A headshot photo of Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Rocktown Now Crime Report – August 9, 2024

In this week’s Rocktown Now Crime Report, Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson talks about plans and essential information about the Rockingham County Fair, which starts next week. And if you stick around through the end, you might even get a tip or two about how to maximize your fun at the fair. 😉

Local
1 year ago
Electrical failure determined as cause of Dayton Mini Market Fire

According to a news release from the Rockingham County Fire Marshal’s office, the electrical failure started in the storage room near the back of the building.

Local
1 year ago
RHSPCA hosting Clear the Shelters adoption special

Starting August 10, folks will be able to name their price for adult dogs and cats, and kittens will be available for adoption for fifty dollars.

Local
1 year ago
City of Harrisonburg experiencing flooding on major roads

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — As our area continues to see heavy rain from […]

Local
1 year ago
Flood Warning until 8:15 am

* WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE…A portion of western Virginia, […]

Local
1 year ago
Tornado Watch until 7 a.m. Friday

A Tornado Watch has been issued until 7 a.m.

Court gavel with American flag in the background
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Hearing delayed for man charged in connection with Luray abduction

Sean Gregory Jarrett was scheduled to enter a plea yesterday on the three charges he faces. However, online records show that the hearing was continued until September 5 in Page County Circuit Court. 

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Louisiana man guilty of robbery at Harrisonburg 7-Eleven sentenced to four months

According to online records, Tevin White pleaded guilty to a felony count of stealing property during a hearing Thursday morning in Rockingham County Circuit Court.

Glenn Youngkin
Business
1 year ago
Governor Youngkin announces grants for economic development projects in Virginia, including two in the Valley

The city of Staunton will receive $9 million for its Staunton Crossing project while Rockingham County will get $4.5 million for the Innovation Village project.

Community
1 year ago
Shenandoah County School Board joining litigation against social media companies

The Shenandoah County Public School Board is joining other districts and the law firm Timberlake Smith, in a litigation against different social media companies.