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Community
2 years ago
JMU President Alger departing GO Virginia group

The recent changes come as the Council bids farewell to four longstanding members, who have played pivotal roles in the program’s success over the past seven years.

Community
2 years ago
James Madison University appoints Wood Vice President of Enrollment Management

Wood served as JMU’s Associate Vice President for Access and Enrollment Management and Director of Admissions since July 2021.

Community
2 years ago
Shenandoah County School Board votes to restore original Confederate names for two schools

The Shenandoah County School Board moved to restore the school names in a 5-1 vote, effectively changing both of the Quicksburg schools from Mountain View back to Stonewall Jackson High and Honey Run back to Ashby-Lee Elementary, respectively.

Community
2 years ago
Mother and son to both graduate from James Madison University this weekend

LouAnn Leonard will walk across the stage first during the 1:30 p.m. ceremony on Friday for JMU’s College of Education, the School of Professional and Continuing Education, and University Studies. Her son, Bryce, will follow during the College of Business commencement at 4:30 p.m.

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Community
2 years ago
Harrisonburg City Public Schools considering rezoning Elementary Schools

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Harrisonburg City School Board is considering a redistricting […]

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Community
2 years ago
Harrisonburg City Public Schools recognizes many students, teachers, and staff members at Board meeting

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — Many students, teachers, and staff were recognized at Tuesday […]

Community
2 years ago
Thomas Harrison Middle School Cafeteria Manager named Manager of the Year

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — A Harrisonburg City Public Schools staff member has been […]

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Local
2 years ago
James Madison University debunks reports of roof collapse

JMU spokesperson Mary Hope-Vass confirmed that Warren Hall, which houses the student union, did experience minor water damage resulting from leaking ceiling tiles, but there was no “collapse” of any kind.

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Community
2 years ago
UPDATE: Keister and Waterman Elementary Schools events postponed

HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – *Update: Both events that were originally May 9 have […]

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Local
2 years ago
Rockingham County School Board discusses next steps of Supplementary Materials Policy

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – The review of books and media for sexually […]

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