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Community
2 years ago
James Madison University to receive state recognition for environmental stewardship

HARRISONBURG, Va (Rocktown Now) — James Madison University is going to be recognized for […]

Community
2 years ago
Harrisonburg and Rockingham school superintendents brief business leaders on ‘State of Education’

City Superintendent Dr. Michael Richards and County Assistant Superintendent Dr. Doug Alderfer spoke at the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce’s State of Education event.

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Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Rocktown Now Crime Report – July 26, 2024

In this week’s Rocktown Now Crime Report, Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson dives into this week’s arrest numbers and answers a question about the legality of flying drones over other peoples’ property in the county. If you have a question for Sheriff Hutcheson, send it to news@rocktownnow.com!

Local
2 years ago
Gas prices in Harrisonburg fell over past week

Triple-A Mid-Atlantic is reporting gas prices in Harrisonburg dropped a nickel a gallon this week and now average $3.48 a gallon.

Local
2 years ago
JMU pollinator program receives state recognition

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Department of Environmental Quality and Department of Wildlife Resources will recognize the school next week during a presentation.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Stuarts Draft woman pleads guilty to child neglect and welfare fraud

Denise Stewart pled guilty to 13 counts of child neglect and 2 counts of welfare fraud.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Man shot in face after alleged road rage incident

The Augusta County Sheriff’s office is investigating a shooting that happened last night in the Riverheads area.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Plea hearing delayed for twin brother of Augusta County Sheriff

A date for a potential plea hearing has been continued for the twin brother of Augusta County Sheriff Donald Smith, who was accused of trying to kill two deputies late last year before the charges were amended.

Local
2 years ago
Harrisonburg opens sustainable certification program for local restaurants

Harrisonburg Public Works has launched a new free Green Restaurant Certification Program.

Local
2 years ago
Harrisonburg City Council opens public comment for homeless shelter naming

The city of Harrisonburg kicked off a 30-day public comment period for the new homeless center during last night’s city council meeting.