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Community
1 year ago
Spotswood High School student receives Walentas Scholarship for UVA

Kolin Dean was named one of 19 recipients of the Walentas Scholarship offered through UVA’s Jefferson Scholars Foundation.

Sheriff Chris Hartless presents a recognition to Staunton City police Sergeant Charles Minix.
Community
1 year ago
Staunton Sheriff recognizes officer for helping child during medical emergency

Sheriff Chris Hartless posted special recognition of Staunton City police Sergeant Charles Minix for his response to a nearby call for help while off-duty last Sunday, May 18th at Ridgeview Park in Waynesboro.

A pool with sprinklers.
Community
1 year ago
Grottoes pool to reopen Memorial Day Weekend

The beloved Grottoes Pool is officially reopening on Saturday, May 24 at 11am.

A restaurant sign.
Community
1 year ago
Two local diners named in Top 10 Roadside Diners by USA Today

Magpie Diner and Thunderbird Cafe cracked the top 5 at number 4 and 2, respectively.

Up close of a candle and flame
Community
1 year ago
Memorial to be held Tuesday evening for 12-year-old who died in Albemarle floods

A memorial will be held tonight at the Crozet Volunteer Fire Department to remember Jordan Sims, the 12-year-old boy who was recently swept away by rising flood waters.

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.
Community
1 year ago
Over 4,000 students part of JMU’s 2025 Spring Commencement

4,084 undergraduates walked the stage this weekend at James Madison University to receive their diplomas.

Two firefighters put out a car fire.
Community
1 year 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.

Ben Cline on the House floor with a poster of the Spotswood Boys Basketball team.
Community
1 year 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.

Headshot of Thomas Gallaher
Community
1 year ago
JMU to present honorary degree to local chemistry professor

JMU President Charlie King and Board of Visitors Rector Suzanne Obenshain will present the honorary Doctor of Science degree to Thomas Gallaher, who retired from the university in 2008.

Augusta County Public Schools seal
Community
1 year ago
Augusta County Schools offering free meals to students in June

AUGUSTA COUNTY, VA (Rocktown Now) — Augusta County Public Schools and the Augusta County […]

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