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.

scrapyard fire
Local
5 days ago
Woodstock Fire Department responded to scrapyard fire Tuesday

At approximately 4:00 PM, the Woodstock Fire Department, Edinburg Volunteer Fire Company, Toms Brook Fire Department, and Shenandoah County Fire and Rescue were dispatched for a structure fire on Old Valley Pike south of town.

Assistant Chief Deputy Clerk of Rockingham County Court Alena Almeida delivers the Oath of Office to new HFD firefighters
Local
6 days ago
Six new firefighters join ranks of Harrisonburg Fire Department

The swearing-in ceremony took place August 22. Family and friends were invited to take part in a ceremony held at James Madison University’s Memorial Hall.

Fog covering trees
Weather
6 days ago
Dense Fog Advisory in effect until 8:00 AM

Visibility is expected to have one quarter of a mile or less in dense fog.

gavel
Crime & Safety
6 days ago
“Shopping Cart Killer” sentencing continued until December

The sentencing hearing for Anthony Eugene Robinson has been continued until December 23, 2025, in Rockingham Circuit Court.

RHSPCA Fall Pets
Fall Guide
7 days ago
RHSPCA’s “Pick a Pumpkin, Pick a Pet” event

Have a furry friend join you for fall activities!

Harrisonburg City Public Schools logo
Local
7 days ago
Harrisonburg City School Board presented Emergency Action Plan

The phases of EAP were presented, including the current on-going phase.

ACV Free Community Concert poster
Community
1 week ago
Free Court Square Theater concert features Advancing the Arts recipients

Three performing groups – Good Company A Cappella, The Hot Mamas, and TimeStamp Jazz Sextet – bring three very different musical styles to Court Square Theater Friday, Sept 19 in a free 7 pm concert celebrating Arts Council of the Valley’s 25th anniversary.

Tanzanite Acrobats poster
Entertainment
2 weeks ago
Tanzanite Acrobats to perform at the Wayne Theatre October 18

The Wayne Theatre will present a one-night performance by the Tanzanite Acrobats on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.

Ashley Lopez and Allison Matute-Murillo
Local
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Both juveniles have been found safe

According to an online post, the girls are believed to be in the City of Harrisonburg and not in any danger.

HFD member Leslie Pullen assists a community member with a car seat safety check. A recent VDH grant will support HFD's efforts to conduct more child safety activities in Harrisonburg
Community
2 weeks ago
HFD awarded grant to support child safety programs

The $10,000 grant from the Virginia Department of Health to support efforts aimed at strengthening public health and emergency response capabilities.