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.

A group of people at a table with Bojangles food and drinks.
Local
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 months ago
Meet Lincoln and Lulu | RHSPCA Pets of the Week

Meet Lincoln and Lulu the RHSPCA Pets of the Week!

Road
Local
4 months ago
UPDATE: Old South High Street reopens after deck collapses

Harrisonburg public safety officials are responding to a deck collapse in the 300 block of Old South High Street.

water dripping frozen pipes
Local
4 months ago
Boil water advisory lifted in Staunton

Water samples have been tested for both residual chlorine and bacteria. All samples collected from Friday through Sunday were absent of both total coliform and E. coli bacteria.

Local
4 months ago
Wildlife Center of Virginia online auction now open

The Wildlife Center of Virginia’s 2025 Online Gala Auction is officially open now through Saturday, August 23 at 8:00 p.m. EST.

This year’s auction features nearly 100 items, from handcrafted goods and wildlife-inspired art to one-of-a-kind experiences. Several of the items were even crafted with the help of the Center’s animal ambassadors.

Amanda DePoy holding a gift bag.
Community
4 months ago
Wayne Hills Preschool Educator selected for Statewide Kimochis Trainer Program

Wayne Hills Preschool Center’s Amanda DePoy was among a select group of educators from across the state who were given the opportunity to present research and practicum projects to fellow trainers and VDOE leaders.

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