Community
3 months ago
Beverley Street Studio School in Staunton closing in December

STAUNTON, VA (Rocktown Now) — After 33 years of service, the Beverley Street Studio […]

Bridgewater College logo
Community
3 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.

A tractor harvesting a field.
Agriculture
3 months ago
Rockingham County Chairman proposing affirmation of Farmland Protection Law

The Chairman of the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors is set to propose a resolution to affirm support for Virginia’s 2023 “Farmland Protection” Law that prohibits foreign adversaries from acquiring agricultural land in the Commonwealth.

Open sign
Community
3 months ago
Arts Council of the Valley opens venue registration for 2026 First Fridays of the Valley

Locations are asked to provide visual, literary, and/or performing arts experiences the first Friday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m.

) A map of the study area. A meeting will be held Sept. 18 for the public to learn more about this effort and provide their feedback.
Community
3 months ago
Open House to highlight Erickson Avenue Area Study recommendations

The event is an opportunity to review and share feedback in the study.

Headshots of Rebekah Kuller and Josiah Rider.
Community
3 months ago
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce announces new board leadership

Rebekah Kuller and Josiah Rider will lead the Chamber into the launch of its new three-year strategic plan (2025–2028), which officials say is focused on delivering greater member value and strengthening engagement across all areas of Chamber programming.

John's Dream won his 30th race Thursday in Woodstock for owner, trainer & driver Chuck Perry 
Community
3 months ago
Virginia-based pacer John’s Dream wins 30th race during Thursday’s Shenandoah County Fair program

Twelve-year-old gelding pacer John’s Dream received his 30th local win during Thursday’s Shenandoah County Fair race card.  

An overview of the Rocktown High School football field at night
Community
3 months ago
Rocktown High School receives Quality Program Recognition

The recognition is given to programs for implementing and supporting an outstanding athletic department with a commitment to continuous program improvement.

A hand on a quilt
Community
3 months ago
Virginia Quilt Museum now accepting national entries for “No Boundaries” fiber exhibition

The Virginia Quilt Museum is now accepting submissions of original fiber-based artwork for their “No Boundaries” exhibition. Submissions will be accepted until February 2, 2026 for the exhibit, which will run from March 31 to June 27, 2026.

A photo of Doerak and his handler Officer Tim Wright.
Community
3 months ago
HPD mourning loss of retired K9 partner

HPD made the announcement Tuesday morning that K9 Doerak passed away at the age of 14 on Friday.

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