Local
1 year ago
Route 42 in Rockingham County blocked due to crash

*UPDATE: All lanes are now open as of 12:45 p.m., Monday.  ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, Va. (ROCKTOWN […]

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Crime & Safety
1 year ago
State Police investigating Shenandoah County crash that killed bicyclist last week

The bicyclist died while in transport to Shenandoah Memorial Hospital. He was not wearing a helmet.

Local
1 year ago
Local Salvation Army chapter gives back to first responders

The week is designed to remind the community about the many services the Salvation Army provides in places like the Shenandoah Valley.

Local
1 year ago
Valley Program for Aging Services celebrates Golden Anniversary

Over the last half century, VPAS has supported older neighbors during periods of major economic and societal change, with the two most significant impacts happening in the past decade.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Extension service sponsors pressure canner testing

Every summer local gardeners look forward to gathering fresh produce from their gardens.  Many enjoy canning these items to enjoy during the winter. 

Local
1 year ago
Harrisonburg Parks and Rec invites public to share more feedback on Spraygrounds

The informational meeting is set for next Wednesday evening, May 15, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Lucy Simms Center.

Local
1 year ago
Harrisonburg Soap Box Derby to return this weekend

Rockingham County Rotarian Jim Elmore said on the Mike Schickman Show yesterday that helping young drivers get in the race is great, but being able to teach them lifelong skills is even better.

United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County logo
Local
1 year ago
United Way now accepting volunteers for annual ‘Day of Action’

The event has brought volunteers together to make a difference in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County for nearly 30 years.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Augusta County Sheriff’s Office arrests Stuart’s Draft man in connection with reported shooting

Officers arrested Raymond Gregory Allen, 35, of Stuarts Draft. Authorities were searching for Allen in the Wilda Lane area on Wednesday.

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

Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson explains the details behind the Rockingham-Harrisonburg Regional Jail’s sudden temporary closure this week.