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First Lady of Virginia Suzanne S. Youngkin launched the program at Sentara Park for the Dukes’ men’s soccer game.

The Harrisonburg Fire Department will be visiting residences from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM to check smoke alarms.

Meet Boe and Drake the RHSPCA Pets of the Week!

Sergeant Evan Kierce stated in a video on the department’s social media pages that Police Officer Testing is coming up soon.

Sophomore Ginny Lackey notched a pair of scores as JMU women’s soccer defeated George Mason, 4-1, at George Mason Stadium on Sunday night.

A give-and-go goal in the 26th minute dropped James Madison men’s soccer against Gardner-Webb, 1-0, on Sunday night in the finale of the Fairfield by Marriott Invitational at Sentara Park.

The Secret Lair Comics will be hosting a meet-and-greet to meet comic book writer/artist, Bee Swatosh.

JMU will cut the ribbon on Potomac Hall, the university’s newest residence hall.

Rockingham County Public Works will conduct a one-day waterline repair in Penn Laird on Wednesday, September 3rd, near Wild Rose Drive and Watertower Road. Residents and businesses may experience reduced water pressure or temporary service interruptions. The project is part of essential maintenance to ensure long-term reliability of the county’s water system.

The 2025 JMU Block Party brought thousands of students to downtown Harrisonburg for an afternoon of music, games, and community engagement, marking a lively start to the school year. Highlights included interactive booths, a petting zoo, and the symbolic handprint mural, all aimed at strengthening ties between JMU and the local community.