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.

City of Harrisonburg seal
Local
4 days ago
Harrisonburg City Council follows up on correspondence regarding federal immigration law enforcement

Vice Mayor Fleming, who added the letter to the agenda, said they ask for clarity on federal immigration over policies and practice. 

Clay and Paula Greene receive award from Zippy Duvall (r), President of the American Farm Bureau Federation
Local
5 days ago
Augusta County Young Farmers recognized for outstanding achievements at national convention

Augusta County couple Clay and Paula Craun Greene took third place in the AFBF Achievement Award competition.

Sarah Amanda Grover
Local
5 days ago
Missing Staunton woman has been safely located

39-year-old Sarah Amanda Grover is a white female who is 5’7″ and weighs 180 pounds. She has sandy blonde hair and brown eyes.

Jane Austen's Persuasion poster
Entertainment
5 days ago
Wayne Theatre presents “Jane Austen’s Persuasion”

The play opens Friday February 27 at 7:00 PM.

Court Sqaure Theater entrance
Local
5 days ago
Housing Authority announces fundraising update and community meetings for Court Square Theater

HRHA will host three community meetings in February 2026 to gather community input regarding the future direction of Court Square Theater.

Hilary Irons
Local
5 days ago
Rockingham County School Board introduces Hilary Irons

During school board comments, Irons said she is most excited about being part of the Massanutten Technical Center, bringing up reading skills and bringing back cursive handwriting. 

Colorful bright sunrise
Local
6 days ago
Rockingham County teacher recognized for inspiring Virginia’s next Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry

Katie Frazier was involved in local 4-H and FFA as a teenager, which ultimately impacted her professional life.

Robert Edward Lee Cooley
Local
6 days ago
UPDATE: Missing Churchville man has been safely located

24-year-old Robert Edward Lee Cooley is a white male who is 6’0″ and weighs 210 pounds. He has brown hair and hazel eyes.

James Madison statue in the snow
Local
6 days ago
JMU receives $2.72 million nationwide civic discourse grant  

JMU is one of only 16 universities and colleges selected for the civil discourse funding from a highly competitive and deep pool of applicants.  

Miss Piggy and Medusa
Pet of the Week
6 days ago
Meet Medusa and Miss Piggy | RHSPCA Pets of the Week

Meet Medusa and Miss Piggy, our RHSPCA Pets of the Week.