Community
1 year ago
Bridgewater College recognizes outstanding alumni

Bridgewater College honored three alumni at the College Awards ceremony on Saturday, April 20, for their professional achievements and humanitarian service.

Local
1 year ago
Harrisonburg observes National Volunteer Week

Today is the start of National Volunteer Week, and the City of Harrisonburg is inviting folks to get involved in local initiatives.

Local
1 year ago
Harrisonburg Electric Commission highlights green programs ahead of Earth Day

HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – With Earth Day just around the corner, the Harrisonburg […]

Local
1 year ago
Harrisonburg Parks and Recreation to hold open house on Spraygrounds at Ralph Sampson Park

The Spraygrounds at Ralph Sampson Park – which will feature a splashpad – is expected to open to the public in summer 2025.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Hearing delayed for Elkton woman charged in fatal crash

Online records show that a hearing for Debra Lynne Elliot was delayed until July 31 in Harrisonburg-Rockingham General District Court.

Community
1 year ago
JMU to honor outgoing president and retiring employees by renaming campus building and streets

The Board of Visitors voted Friday to rename Spotswood Hall after President Jonathan Alger and two streets after Athletics Director Jeff Bourne and Vice President of Access and Enrollment Donna Harper, respectively.

Sports
1 year ago
Rocktown Museum exhibit commemorates 100 years of county baseball league

The display opens to the public Friday and will run through October.

Community
1 year ago
Charlie King appointed as JMU Interim President

King previously served as JMU’s Senior Vice President of Administration and Finance for 25 years until his retirement in 2021.

Local
1 year ago
DEA National Drug Takeback Day at Valley Mall

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — Harrisonburg Police Department will be setting up at the […]

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
City hiring firefighters to staff new station

Fire Chief Matt Tobia explained during a recent meet and greet recruitment event that they are looking for individuals who thrive in team-challenging environments.