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.

Students learning from a teacher about computers.
Non-Profit Spotlight
8 months ago
Local students honor educators in scholarship program | McSpotlight

For over 20 years, Shenandoah Valley McDonald’s Family Restaurants have asked local high schools to identify qualified seniors to apply for the AP Boxley McDonald’s: Student & Teacher Achievement Award.

A photo of a blue light on top of a police vehicle.
Crime & Safety
8 months ago
ACSO responds to public intoxication call, suspect dies in custody

The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office responded to multiple calls Monday morning about a Staunton individual which led to him being unresponsive in-custody.

A map with the highlighted area that is part of the Route 42 survey.
Local
8 months ago
VDOT seeking input on Route 42 planning study in Harrisonburg

VDOT is seeking feedback on a transportation study assessing potential solutions on Route 42 (Virginia Avenue) between Gay Street and the Harrisonburg city limit.

Road sign on rural highway warning that road is closed ahead.
Local
8 months ago
Traffic delays for the week of May 5, 2025 | Rocktown Now Road Report

Road work and construction that could affect traffic in the Shenandoah Valley.

A photo of Ronald Lee Mitchell.
Local
8 months ago
Augusta County man found safe

68-year-old Ronald Lee Mitchell is a white male, is 5’6″ in height, and weighs 135 pounds. He is bald and has brown eyes. He also goes by “Ronnie”.

A headshot photo of Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson
Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Trespassing someone from your property | Rocktown Now Crime Report

Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson answers the question “how do I trespass someone from my property?”

A person with tongs over a grill turning meat.
Lifestyle
8 months ago
Ensure a ‘clean grill of health’ when cooking outdoors

As barbecue season heats up ahead of Memorial Day, consider incorporating grill cleaning and maintenance methods into those standard safety practices

A close up of an open sign on a door.
Community
8 months ago
Shenandoah County celebrates National Small Business Week with free events to help local businesses

Shenandoah County will be celebrating National Small Business Week from May 5-9 with free workshops, networking opportunities, and expert-led sessions to help businesses owners grow and succeed.

All of the nominees for the Harrisonburg Dog Mayor election.
Community
8 months ago
Harrisonburg hosting first Dog Mayor Election

Voting is open now and will close on May 31.

Multiple flags flying half-staff on flag poles.
Local
8 months ago
Youngkin orders flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day

All United States of America flags and Commonwealth of Virginia flags should be lowered at sunrise on Sunday, May 4 and remain at half-staff until sunset.

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