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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.

Overhead view of fire.
Local
3 months ago
Local fire departments battle fire in Bridgewater for 30 hours over weekend

A massive multi-agency response battled a structure fire on Spring Creek Road for more than 30 hours over the weekend, using over 200,000 gallons of water and extensive manpower in what officials say was the largest fire in the Bridgewater area in recent memory.

Workers replacing a pipeline in the ground.
Local
3 months ago
Columbia Gas of Virginia upgrades natural gas infrastructure in Staunton

Drivers in Staunton are asked to exercise caution when traveling through work zones as Columbia Gas of Virginia upgrades natural gas infrastructure in the area.

People Donating Clothing To Charity Collection In Community Center
Financial Expert
3 months ago
When money is meant to do more: how churches, nonprofits, and individuals can plan with purpose

Financial planning, when guided by mission and values, helps churches, nonprofits, and individuals in the Shenandoah Valley use their resources with clarity, sustainability, and purpose—supporting both long-term impact and meaningful generosity.

Road sign on rural highway warning that road is closed ahead.
Local
3 months ago
Traffic alerts and delays for the week of February 9, 2026

VDOT’s list of maintenance and construction work that may affect traffic in the Shenandoah Valley for this week.

Donna Barber receiving award.
Community
3 months ago
Bridgewater honors local couple with ABLE Award

As part of its annual Charter Day Celebration, the Town of Bridgewater presented the 2026 ABLE Award to longtime community servant Donna Barber and posthumously to her late husband, Larry Barber, recognizing their decades of dedication to improving life in the town.

Chicken wings in a bowl on a table.
Local
3 months ago
Virginia farmers help fuel Super Bowl snacks 

The National Chicken Council recently released its annual Chicken Wing Report, projecting Americans will consume 1.48 billion chicken wings while watching the New England Patriots battle the Seattle Seahawks.

A photo of a blue light on top of a police vehicle.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Harrisonburg man facing charges following suspicious fire at rest area

A Harrisonburg man is facing charges following a suspicious fire that occurred at the rest area on I-81 NB at the 262-mile marker in Rockingham County.

Several tent canopies set up in a parking lot with different vendors.
Local
3 months ago
Staunton Farmers Market temporarily relocating to West End

The Staunton Farmers’ Market will open its 2026 season on April 4 at a temporary new location, 2020 West Beverley Street, marking a significant shift after more than three decades at The Wharf.

Chef Mikey Reisenberg stands beside the Mashita food truck.
Community
3 months ago
Mashita not renewing business license, final day February 28

Korean-inspired restaurant Mashita will be closing at the end of the month.

Tyr running with his handler.
Community
3 months ago
Retired HPD K9 passes away

The Harrisonburg Police Department is mourning the passing of retired K9 Tyr.

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