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.

water dripping frozen pipes
Local
9 months ago
UPDATE: Harrisonburg officials declare local emergency due to water treatment issues

Harrisonburg officials are meeting today at noon to considering declaring a local emergency while the city remains in a mandatory water conservation after severe storms impacted the water treatment plant earlier this week.

Two firefighters put out a car fire.
Community
9 months ago
Harrisonburg Firefighters Foundation launching “100 Club” to support first responders

The Harrisonburg Professional Firefighters Foundation, established to support local firefighters and first responders in times of need, is launching a new initiative, The 100 Club.

A black pit bull, a grey cat, and a tortie cat.
Pet of the Week
9 months ago
Meet Diesel, Peaches, and Louise | RHPSCA Pets of the Week

Meet Diesel, Peaches, and Louise, the RHSPCA Pets of the Week sponsored by Bob Wade Subaru.

Mugshot of James McClaugherty
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Waynesboro man charged for alleged commercial burglaries and larcenies

A Waynesboro man has been arrested for alleged involvement in several commercial burglaries and associated larcenies.

Ben Cline on the House floor with a poster of the Spotswood Boys Basketball team.
Community
9 months ago
Congressman Ben Cline honors Spotswood Boys Basketball for State Title

6th District Congressman Ben Cline honored the Spotswood Boys Basketball team during a House session this week.

Part of a road and a tree in high rise water.
Local
9 months ago
Shenandoah National Park issues temporary trail and area closures due to flooding

Shenandoah National Park has issued temporary trail and area closures due to hazardous conditions from the recent storm that impacted the entire region.

water dripping frozen pipes
Local
9 months ago
Water conservation efforts extend to parts of Rockingham County

The water conservation efforts have extended to Smith Creek and Lilly in Rockingham County, since those areas receive their water supply from the City of Harrisonburg.

An overview of the inside of the Atlantic Union Bank Center with grads sitting on chairs on the floor and the stands full of people.
Local
9 months ago
JMU graduation could cause traffic delays this weekend

James Madison University Graduation will take place on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Expect increased traffic around the city, especially in the area of the Atlantic Union Bank Center on University Boulevard and around campus.

flag at half staff
Local
9 months ago
Youngkin orders flags at half-staff for Thursday

Governor Glenn Youngkin has ordered that all U.S. and Virginia flags be flown at half-staff today in memory and respect of Peace Officers’ Memorial Day.

A headshot of Antonio Petty.
Local
9 months ago
Harrisonburg Police searching for missing teen

Antonio Petty was last seen in Harrisonburg on May 10th wearing a white t-shirt and black pants.

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