Carolynn Unger

Carolynn graduated from James Madison University with a degree in Media Arts and Design with a concentration in Journalism. She is the Assistant Editor of Rocktown Now as of January 2025.

Simon & Garfunkel Tribute poster
Entertainment
4 months ago
“Forever Simon & Garfunkel: A Tribute” comes to Court Square Theater May 30

Court Square Theater hosts Forever Simon & Garfunkel: A Tribute Friday, May 30 at 7:30 pm.

Brandyn Thomas Long mug shot
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
ACSO arrests man on several firearm charges

Brandyn Thomas Long, 32, was taken into custody at his residence. The arrest stems from an alleged domestic violence incident that occurred on May 14, 2025.

The POW/MIA flag on a flagpole
Local
4 months ago
Youngkin orders to display the POW/MIA flag at full staff on Saturday

Youngkin stated in the order that the display is in honor and remembrance of the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces who are or were prisoners of war or reported missing in action.

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Weather
4 months ago
UPDATE: Severe Thunderstorm Warning until May 15 at 6:45PM

The watch is issued in several counties and cities, including Harrisonburg and Rockingham County

Alert-Conserve Water Now poster
Local
4 months ago
City issues mandatory water conservation notice effective immediately

Harrisonburg’s water supply is safe to use at this time. However, all Harrisonburg Public Utilities customers should take conversation measures as possible.

City of Harrisonburg seal
Local
4 months ago
Harrisonburg City Council reviews report of school enrollment projections

The purpose of the study was to determine future growth in the City of Harrisonburg and how schools can prepare for it.

City of Harrisonburg seal
Local
4 months ago
Harrisonburg City Council passes special use permit on Erickson Avenue

The request was from KP’S CARS LLC for a special use permit to allow multiple-family dwellings and/or mixed-use buildings on 1812 Erickson Avenue.

Bent Mountain Trio poster
Entertainment
5 months ago
Bent Mountain Trio brings Bluegrass to Court Square Theater May 17

Part of the theater’s popular Bluegrass Series, the concert begins at 7:30 pm.

Left to right: Staunton Economic Development Authority Chair Joe Sprangel, Staunton Vice-Mayor Brad Arrowood, Columbia Gas of Virginia President & COO Jennifer Montague, Staunton City Council members Blake Shepherd and Jeff Overholtzer, Delegates Ellen Campbell and Chris Runion and Columbia Gas of Virginia Vice President Aaron Boeke. 
Local
5 months ago
Columbia Gas of Virginia holds groundbreaking ceremony for new Operations Center in Staunton

This facility is set to accommodate more than 70 employees. 

Michelle Smith (left) and Amber Smith (right)
Community
5 months ago
Mother and daughter to graduate from JMU

A Fairfax family will experience a double celebration next week as both mother and daughter graduate from James Madison University.  

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