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Wide view of a college graduation ceremony in an arena; hundreds of graduates in purple gowns sit in rows with a large audience surrounding them, stage on left.
Local
6 days ago
JMU Celebrates Record Graduation as Dr. James C. Schmidt Is Inaugurated President

“This is a moment of both celebration and commitment,” Schmidt told the crowd. “We honor the achievements of our graduates, and we also look ahead to the work we will do together to ensure that JMU continues to thrive for generations to come.”

Mushot of Russell Timothy Ropka
Local
7 days ago
Domestic incident ends with arrest on bomb charges

The woman told deputies that a man had been “screeching his wheels” in front of the home and that she heard two loud explosions outside shortly afterward.

Local
2 weeks ago
Frost advisory issued for Tuesday

The advisory, which takes effect at 1 a.m. and lasts until 8 a.m. EDT Tuesday, covers a wide swath of the region.

A festive indoor event in a dim arena with a lit perimeter fence decorated with string lights, lanterns, posters, and purple balloons for Relay for Life.
Local
2 weeks ago
Harrisonburg–Rockingham Relay for Life Shines with “Festival of Hope” Theme

The event had raised over $135,000 to support the American Cancer Society.

Portrait of a smiling older woman with short light brown hair, wearing a floral blouse and necklace.
Local
2 weeks ago
Ellen Shaver Shank passes away after battle with cancer

The face and voice of the annual fair for 11-years and responsible for organizing and marketing the event.

Group of graduates in black cap-and-gown procession outdoors, front center student wearing colorful cords and glasses.
Local
3 weeks ago
Bridgewater College celebrates Spring graduates

Newlen encouraged graduates to pursue joy, embrace unexpected paths, value friendships and extend grace to themselves through life’s setbacks.

Weather
3 weeks ago
Freeze warning early Sunday morning

Temperatures could fall to around 30 degrees between 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. EDT Sunday.

Family Weekend JMU Football vs Ball State
Sports
4 weeks ago
JMU players sign with the NFL

Former safety Jacob Thomas has signed with the Minnesota Vikings, wide receiver Nick DeGennaro inked a deal with the New England Patriots, and cornerback Elijah Culp agreed to terms with the Arizona Cardinals, the players confirmed to JMU.

Voter seated at a table in a gym, casting a ballot at a privacy booth marked 'I Voted'.
Elections
1 month ago
AP: Virginia voters approve redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ seats in Congress

The Virginia referendum is the latest development in a national redistricting battle that began after President Donald Trump urged Texas Republicans to pass a map more favorable to the GOP.

Local
2 months ago
Dayton to host 17th annual Redbud Festival Saturday

The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will take place throughout downtown Dayton.

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