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.

On the Road officials with Shelburne Middle School Principal Lisa Warren.
Community
3 months ago
On the Road Collaborative expands to Staunton

Backed by a $300,000, three-year grant from American Student Assistance, the organization will launch its evidence-based afterschool and out-of-school programs at Shelburne Middle School this fall.

Local
3 months ago
Second 7 Brew location coming to Harrisonburg

Officials dropped the second location off on South Main Street on Wednesday, with a projected fall opening.

Traffic
Local
3 months ago
Overnight slow-roll closures coming to I-81 in Harrisonburg for bridge work

Overnight slow-roll closures will take place on Interstate 81 northbound and southbound near exit 247 in Harrisonburg. The slow rolls are scheduled for Monday through Thursday nights, August 25-28.

Rockingham County Public Schools logo
Community
3 months ago
Rockingham County discusses future of MTC after Harrisonburg withdrawal

On August 20, 2025, Rockingham County Public Schools and the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors held a joint meeting to discuss the future of Massanutten Technical Center, following Harrisonburg City Public Schools’ decision to withdraw from the joint MTC agreement, effective June 30, 2027.

A group of people at a table with Bojangles food and drinks.
Local
3 months ago
It’s Bo Time in the Valley this Friday | Shen Valley Deals

This Friday, August 22, at 9:00 AM, Shen Valley Deals unveils $50 gift cards for $25 in Bojangles credit—perfect for Harrisonburg and Staunton fans. Each $25 purchase nets you five $10 gift certificates to splurge on Bojangles’ delicious offerings.

Local
3 months ago
Staunton Sheriff’s Office receiving reports of scam calls

The phone calls are coming from someone saying they are the Staunton Sheriff and that they missed jury duty and now owe a specific amount of money to avoid going to jail.

Traffic cones on the side of the road.
Local
3 months ago
Overnight crosswalk installation to take place on East Market Street Thursday

Nighttime crosswalk installation work will take place on East Market Street from Sterling Street to Reservoir Street on Thursday, August 21, from 10:00pm until 7:00am on Friday, August 22.

Community
3 months ago
Blue Ridge Free Clinic in Harrisonburg launches mental health and dental services

The Blue Ridge Free Clinic recently introduced a new facility next to its location at 831 Martin Luther King Jr Way in Harrisonburg as it rolls out mental health and dental services to patients.

A volunteer signing people in at a table.
Community
3 months ago
AFP Shenandoah Chapter seeks nominations for National Philanthropy Day 2025

Community members are invited to recognize donors, volunteers, students, and businesses whose generosity and service have made a meaningful impact in the Shenandoah Valley. Nominations close at 4:00 PM on Thursday, August 28, 2025.

A tiger striped domestic shorthair cat and a tan and white spotted dog.
Pet of the Week
3 months ago
Meet Lincoln and Lulu | RHSPCA Pets of the Week

Meet Lincoln and Lulu the RHSPCA Pets of the Week!

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