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 prompt on a phone that says scam alert.
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
ACSO warning residents of jury duty scam calls

The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that it has taken several reports and calls from concerned citizens about someone calling portraying to be Lieutenants or Deputies from the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office.

Community
2 months ago
Harrisonburg Media Group hosting second annual UVA Health Children’s radiothon

Harrisonburg Media Group will host the second annual Valley Cares for Kids Radiothon from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, September 10, on eight of its radio stations to raise money for UVA Health Children’s.

A patient getting their blood pressure taken.
Community
2 months ago
Augusta Medical Group consolidating three locations

The healthcare facility has decided to consolidate Weyers Cave Urgent Care, Buena Vista Primary Care, and Churchville Primary Care. Patients from these locations will be transitioned to nearby practices.

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Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Staunton Police investigating alleged kidnapping at Gypsy Hill Park

Police say that at approximately 5:15 pm, they received a 911 call reporting that a child was approached by an unknown male in Gypsy Hill Park who alleged attempted to grab them.

A white cat, a calico cat, and a mostly white husky with brown spots.
Pet of the Week
2 months ago
Meet Calypso, Gigi, and Anastasia | RHSPCA Pets of the Week

Meet Calypso and Gigi, the RHSPCA Pets of the Week.

Crime & Safety
2 months ago
UPDATE: HPD now offering higher reward in search for suspect involved in Spotswood Country Club break in

The suspect was seen on security footage breaking into the facility in July and spilling chemicals used for golf course maintenance.

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Community
2 months ago
Staunton City Schools jumps to 35th place in state SOL rankings

The division is now ranked 35th out of 131 school divisions in the state, moving up 70 places in seven years, according to the latest SOL data released by the Virginia Department of Education.

Up close of Lucy the possum.
Local
2 months ago
Wildlife Center welcomes new animal ambassador

The Wildlife Center of Virginia has a new face on its animal ambassador team—Lucy the Virginia Opossum!

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Community
2 months ago
Bridgewater College welcomes over 500 new students for Fall semester

Bridgewater College welcomed more than 500 new students to campus this fall that were able to take advantage of BC’s tuition transparency initiative.

Ask the Expert
2 months ago
How to prepare for Medicare open enrollment

Every year, Medicare open enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7. This is the period when individuals can make changes to their Medicare plans. Preparing ahead can make the process smoother.

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