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.

Mug shot of Christopher K. Hibbs
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
ACSO arrests man for felony solicitation of a minor

On April 24, 2025, the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) arrested Christopher K. Hibbs, 39, of Staunton, for felony solicitation of a minor.

Family of Alysia Coffelt
Local
5 months ago
GoFundMe set up for family of victim of fatal crash in Shenandoah County

Alysia M. Coffelt, 28, of Strasburg, VA, died at the scene of Friday’s collision on John Marshall Highway at 8:35 a.m.

Wayne Cupp with Eddie Mason Award
Local
5 months ago
Retired Agriculture teacher receives Eddie Mason Award

Virginia Poultry Federation has presented retired Agricultural Education teacher Wayne Cupp with its prestigious Eddie Mason Award, which recognizes individuals or organizations for support of poultry youth educational programs.

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Community
5 months ago
Peace Pole to be dedicated at the Salvation Army May 1

The Peace Pole was recently installed at The Salvation Army near the intersection of Ashby Avenue and Jefferson Street and is adjacent to the city’s Northend Greenway which is part of the city’s shared use path.

Businessman's glasses on laptop computer
Local
5 months ago
JMU develops technique to better diagnose balance disorders

Researchers in JMU’s College of Health and Behavioral Studies have developed a cutting-edge method to diagnose balance disorders and treat diseases common in middle-aged and elderly Americans. 

flag at half staff
Local
5 months ago
Youngkin orders flags at half-staff in honor of Fentanyl Awareness Day

The flags will be lowered at sunrise on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, and remain at half-staff until sunset.

Police lights
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
VSP Investigating Fatal Crash in Shenandoah County

The crash occurred Friday (April 25), at 8:35 a.m. on John Marshall Highway, two tenths of a mile east of Back Road.

Community
5 months ago
Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 3rd

FCBD is an annual event put on by the comic book industry to grow readership and promote literacy.

Arts Council of the Valley logo
Community
5 months ago
Smith House Galleries Opens Anniversary Exhibition by 25 Artists May 2

This mixed-media show features 25 artists who have each created 25 new works of art (measuring 5″ by 5″) over the past five months.

Photo of Tim Kaine
Local
5 months ago
Senator Tim Kaine discusses tariffs after visiting Daikin Applied Facility in Verona

Virginia Senator Tim Kaine visited and toured the Daikin Applied Facility in Verona today, April 25th.

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