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 toddler hiding behind a couch.
Non-Profit Spotlight
5 months ago
Valley Children’s Advocacy Center: Bringing Hope and Healing to Child Abuse Survivors | McSpotlight

The Valley Children’s Advocacy Center (Valley CAC), based in Staunton, Virginia, serves child victims of sexual and severe physical abuse across Staunton, Waynesboro, Augusta County, Lexington, Rockbridge, and Buena Vista. As the only accredited center of its kind in the region, Valley CAC provides trauma-informed, no-cost services to help young survivors heal and navigate complex legal and emotional systems.

Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Two dead after stabbing during home intrusion on North Valley Pike

The Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office responded to an emergency call at 11:58 pm for service involving a home invasion with an armed intruder in the 13000 block of North Valley Pike.

The new team at Stable Craft Brewing.
Lifestyle
5 months ago
Stable Craft Brewing welcomes new leadership, expands employee benefits, & introduces lodging

The new roles arrive on the heels of Craig Nargi’s 26-year journey at the helm. Six new lodging suites will also be added, alongside new benefits for employees.

Pet of the Week
5 months ago
Meet Bogey, Tobi, and Giorgio | RHSPCA Pets of the Week

Meet Bogey, Tobi, and Giorgio, the RHSPCA Pets of the Week.

Gypsy Hill Pool
Local
5 months ago
Construction to begin on new Gypsy Hill Park pool house

The City of Staunton is set to begin construction on a new pool house at the Gypsy Hill Park Pool, marking the start of a transformative project that will significantly enhance accessibility and modernize facilities for the community.

A photo of a blue light on top of a police vehicle.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
16-year-old shot after alleged road rage incident in Waynesboro

Waynesboro Police are currently investigating a shooting that happened Sunday afternoon at Moonshine Market.

Up close of a copperhead snake
Local
5 months ago
Copperhead snake rescued in Charlottesville by Wildlife Center of Virginia

A snake was brought into the wildlife center from Charlottesville after being found entangled in a net.

Mugshot of Nickolas Alexander Yale
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
19-year-old Stuarts Draft man arrested for alleged stabbing

Deputies say they responded to the 1300 block of Christians Creek Road for a domestic disturbance at approximately 3:49 a.m. on Saturday, and were notified a juvenile had been stabbed multiple times.

Police Lights
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
HPD hosting large scale active shooter training at Thomas Harrison Middle School on Wednesday

The Harrisonburg Police Department and other public safety partners in the area will be participating in a large-scale active shooter training scenario at Thomas Harrison Middle School on Wednesday, August 6.

water dripping frozen pipes
Local
5 months ago
Water shutoff coming to Forest Hills neighborhood on Wednesday

Harrisonburg Public Works will be shutting off water temporarily in the Forest Hills neighborhood on Wednesday, August 6 from 8am to 6pm.

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