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.

Green grass next to dry, dead grass.
Agriculture
8 months ago
Shenandoah Valley now in “drought” status

After two consecutive years of agricultural drought, the Shenandoah Valley is seeing a relatively dry spring.

HCPS building
Community
8 months ago
HCPS Board members meet with Congressman Cline on Federal Education Policy

Harrisonburg City Public School Board members met with Congressman Ben Cline this week to discuss H.R. 899: The Termination of the Department of Education, a bill Cline co-sponsored.

Mugshot of Katelynn Ann Hipes
Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Nelson County murder suspect arrested in Harrisonburg

22-year-old Katelynn Ann Hipes of Augusta County was arrested on Tuesday afternoon on two different charges in Nelson County including second degree murder and use of a firearm in commission of a felony.

Strickler hardwood flooring refinish
Local
8 months ago
Keeping up with your hardwood floors | Wood floor cleaning guide

Most floors endure a lot of wear and tear. However, with care, wood flooring may last for decades. Part of that care includes understanding how to properly clean and maintain wood floors so they look their best.

Mug shot of John Rose IV
Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Former RCPS teacher indicted on charges of indecent liberties

John Rose IV was indicted by a grand jury in Rockingham County Circuit Court on two charges of indecent acts with a child and two charges of carnal knowledge without force.

Pet of the Week
8 months ago
Meet Grace and Alice | RHSPCA Pets of the Week

Meet Grace and Alice, the RHSPCA Pets of the week sponsored by Bob Wade Subaru.

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank logo
Community
8 months ago
14th Annual School Food Drive provides record-breaking amount of food for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank

The 14th Annual School Food Drive reached a historic milestone, delivering 17,642 pounds of food (the equivalent of 16,791 meals) to individuals and families experiencing hunger. This year’s effort marks the largest collection to date, bringing the total number of meals provided since the drive’s inception in 2011 to 100,766.

Bridgewater College logo
Community
8 months ago
Bridgewater College Announces 2025 Baccalaureate and Commencement Speakers

Dr. Jeffrey W. Carter ’92, president of Bethany Theological Seminary, and The Reverend Carl Fike ’78, Church of the Brethren pastor, will serve as the College’s Commencement and Baccalaureate speakers for 2025, respectively. 

Business
8 months ago
5 steps for starting a business in Harrisonburg

Harrisonburg seems like the ideal place to start a business, but how? The Harrisonburg Economic Development team has put together 5 easy steps to get your business started and can help you throughout the process.

Road sign on rural highway warning that road is closed ahead.
Local
8 months ago
Road delays for the week of April 20, 2025 | Rocktown Now Road Report

Road work for the week of April 20, 2025 in the Shenandoah Valley.

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