Local
9 months ago
Flood Watch in effect through early Wednesday

A prolonged period of moderate to heavy rain showers, accompanied by embedded thunderstorms, is forecasted to persist through the evening.

Sports
9 months ago
James Madison Women’s Basketball adds two SMU transfers

James Madison Head Coach Sean O’Regan announced the addition of Kylie Marshall and Bri McLeod to the women’s basketball roster for the 2025-26 season.

Sports
9 months ago
Former Dukes Pitcher Donovan Burke signs first pro contract

Former James Madison pitcher Donovan Burke signed his first professional contract, inking a deal with the Gateway Grizzles of the Frontier League as he made his debut over the weekend.

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Community
9 months ago
HCPS receives national recognition for Music Education Support for 10th Year

Harrisonburg City Public Schools has been presented with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for their outstanding support and commitment to music education for the tenth time.

Community
9 months ago
Staunton City Schools to host first Back-to-School Bash July 21-22

Staunton City Schools are inviting families to get ready for the upcoming school year at its first annual Back-to-School Bash on July 21 and 22. The event will offer a wide range of free services and resources for families and students of all ages.

Local
9 months ago
Flood Watch issued for tonight and Tuesday

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

Local
9 months ago
JMU Baseball loses home finale to Old Dominion, 4-2

James Madison had its home finale of the 2025 season spoiled by Old Dominion, falling, 4-2, on Sunday afternoon in Sun Belt Conference baseball at Veterans Memorial Park.

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Local
9 months ago
Road delays for the week of May 12, 2025 | Rocktown Now Road Report

Road delays and construction in the Shenandoah Valley for the week of May 12.

Local
9 months ago
Dukes come up short in Sun Belt title game to Coastal Carolina, 3-2

Tied 2-2 in the bottom of the seventh inning after a three-hour rain delay, a bases-loaded walk-off wild pitch ended James Madison softball’s season, as Coastal Carolina claimed the SBC Softball Championship with a 3-2 win against the Dukes on Saturday evening at the Troy Softball Complex.

Local
9 months ago
JMU Baseball drops second straight game to Old Dominion

James Madison baseball fell in game two of its weekend series with Old Dominion, 9-6, at Veterans Memorial Park in Sun Belt Conference action on Saturday afternoon.