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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.

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Community
4 days ago
Rockingham County appoints new county attorney

Rockingham County officials have appointed Danielle L. Smith to the position of County Attorney effective January 11, 2027.

Sergeant Wayne Westfall retires
Crime & Safety
4 days ago
Harrisonburg Police Sergeant Wayne Westfall retires

Sergeant Westfall began his career at HPD in July 1990. Since then, he has served in many roles in the department, but is best known for his role as traffic supervisor.

Harrisonburg Fire receives carbon monoxide detectors.
Community
4 days ago
Columbia Gas of Virginia donates nearly 600 carbon monoxide alarms to 15 fire and emergency departments in Virginia 

November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, and today, Columbia Gas of Virginia donated nearly 600 carbon monoxide alarms to 15 fire and emergency departments across the Commonwealth.

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High School Sports
6 days ago
Broadway defeats East Rockingham 35-10

The Broadway Gobblers remain unbeaten and took the Valley District Championship in Broadway on Friday night

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Crime & Safety
6 days ago
Strasburg man arrested for allegedly stealing e-bike in Woodstock

The Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office says at approximately 7:30am, deputies were initially dispatched to a residence in the area of Fairview Drive, in Woodstock after receiving a report of a larceny of a stolen electric bike.

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Agriculture
6 days ago
Virginia corn harvest exceeding expectations after drought-stressed start

Virginia’s corn harvest is finishing stronger than expected despite a spring and early-summer drought.  

A Trick or Treat bowl full of candy corn on a table with black and white lollipops.
Local
6 days ago
Authorities share reminders ahead of trick-or-treating tonight

Authorities are calling those getting ready to celebrate Halloween to always be aware of their surroundings, look out for others, and make safe choices.

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Crime & Safety
7 days ago
What is the process for getting a speed limit changed? | Rocktown Now Crime Report

Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson answers the question what is the process for getting a speed limit changed with the help of VDOT.

staunton burglary
Crime & Safety
7 days ago
Staunton Police seeking information to identify individuals involved in several larcenies

The Staunton Police Department is attempting to identify three individuals involved in several larcenies.

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Local
1 week ago
Speed trailers installed on East Market Street bridge

Speed trailers have been installed on East Market Street going over the bridge in Harrisonburg.