Jacquelynn Dobrin

Jacquelynn first started as a part time news anchor and reporter for WSVA in 2022. Before the launch of Rocktown Now in April of 2024, she was Assistant Editor and then became Editor-in-Chief in November of 2024.

news
1 month ago
Reserve your Free-Range Thanksgiving Turkey at Sunrise Farms

Looking for a turkey for Thanksgiving that’s more than just grocery-store typical? Sunrise Farms is now taking orders for their free-range turkeys.

Local
1 month ago
Seasonal favorites bring island vibes to Tropical Smoothie Cafe in the Valley

Tropical Smoothie Cafe is celebrating the season with fresh, flavorful smoothies and bites that capture the taste of the tropics — now available in Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, and Staunton. You can snag a $50 gift card for just $25 through Shen Valley Deals.

EMS personnel roll a gurney up to a hospital with doctors and nurses waiting.
Non-Profit Spotlight
1 month ago
Supporting First Responders in the Shenandoah Valley: A Call to Community Action | McSpotlight

First Responders’ work sometimes goes under-recognized, and many come under strain without sufficient support. This article explores ways to support first responders in the Valley.

The United States Marine Band on stage in front of a large American Flag.
Entertainment
1 month ago
United States Marine Band concert in Harrisonburg canceled

UPDATE (10/1/25) The concert has been canceled due to the government shutdown. Officials say it will not be rescheduled.

Marley. Dahlia and Janet
Pet of the Week
1 month ago
Meet Janet, Marley and Dahlia | RHSPCA Pets of the Week

Meet Janet and Marley, the RHSPCA pets of the week!

Up close of acorns
AG News
1 month ago
Virginia Department of Forestry collecting fallen tree nuts for nursery replanting

The D.O.F will be taking collections of a number of tree nuts until October 15.

A marching band on a field.
Community
1 month ago
Harrisonburg High hosting 15th Annual Shenandoah Valley Marching Invitational

High school marching bands from across Virginia will meet at Harrisonburg High School on Saturday, October 11, 2025, for the 15th Annual Shenandoah Valley Marching Invitational.

A dog eating on tile flooring.
Home & Garden
1 month ago
Pet-Proof Flooring: The Best Options for Four-Legged Family Members

Paws, claws, and accidents can be tough on your floors. Stickler Carpet in Broadway has lots of flooring options for pet owners.

Home & Garden
1 month ago
Ancient mosses provide simple groundcover

Though tiny, the ecological role of moss is outsized—providing habitat for insects and other invertebrates, or nesting materials for some bird species.

Road sign on rural highway warning that road is closed ahead.
Local
1 month ago
Traffic delays for the week of September 29, 2025

Traffic delays and road closures for the Shenandoah Valley for the week of September 29, 2025.

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