Two Harrisonburg Fire Department firetrucks in a parking lot
Local
8 months ago
Harrisonburg Fire Department responded to structure fire Wednesday, March 26

The structure fire occurred on the 1000 block of Chicago Avenue.

water dripping frozen pipes
Local
8 months ago
Utility rates in the City of Harrisonburg will increase

Water rates will increase by 5% in 2026 and 2027 while sewer rates will jump by 2.25% in 2026.

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Entertainment
8 months ago
Court Square Theater announces April “Wednesdays at the Movies!”

Court Square Theater rolls out its schedule, featuring six different titles.

A map of Shenandoah Valley Rail with Trail Assessment
Community
8 months ago
VDOT invites public feedback on Shenandoah Valley Rail with Trail Assessment

The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold a series of public engagement meetings to gather feedback on Phase 1 findings from the Shenandoah Valley Rail with Trail Assessment. An online survey will also be available to the public from Thursday, March 27 until Friday, April 25. 

Frontier Culture Museum logo
Local
8 months ago
Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia awarded Preserving America Grant from Americana Corner

With this grant, the museum will install 15 interpretive signs highlighting the architectural features, cultural heritage, and historical significance of two farms.

A cat with bright blue eyes and a grey, tan and white body and a black and brown dog with a frisbee in its mouth.
Pet of the Week
8 months ago
Meet Arizona and Choji | RHSPCA Pets of the Week

Harrisonburg, VA (RocktownNow) – Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes, and […]

Road
Local
8 months ago
East Market Street repairs will cause overnight lane closures

Harrisonburg Public Works says nightly road repairs will be taking place on East Market Street in the right westbound lane from University Boulevard to just east of Linda Lane.

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank logo
Community
8 months ago
Staunton “Shop to Stop Hunger” event at Kroger Thursday morning

A supermarket sweep for charity is taking place in Staunton Thursday morning. The city’s “Shop to Stop Hunger” event to benefit Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is kicking of today at 10am at the Kroger on Statler Boulevard.

Several men pour and smooth pavement on a road.
Ask the Expert
8 months ago
How Construction Zones and Road Conditions Can Impact Your Vehicle | Ask the Expert

As road construction ramps up throughout the Shenandoah Valley, especially along I-81, it’s important to be mindful of how these changing conditions can affect your vehicle. While construction zones are necessary for improving roadways, they can also pose risks to your car’s alignment, tires, and overall safety. Here are a few key points to keep in mind to protect your vehicle while driving through work zones.

A James Madison University softball player gets ready to swing at the softball.
Local
8 months ago
James Madison Softball gets run-ruled by California, 16-2

Cal used a 15-run third inning to run-rule James Madison softball in five innings, 16-2, in a Wednesday midweek matchup at Veterans Memorial Park.