Sending heartfelt sentiments is a large part of celebrating Valentine’s Day, and most people cherish the day for the opportunity to bestow gifts on the ones they love.

Friday night high school basketball scores from around the state.

The National Chicken Council recently released its annual Chicken Wing Report, projecting Americans will consume 1.48 billion chicken wings while watching the New England Patriots battle the Seattle Seahawks.

Despite a fourth-quarter surge, No. 19 James Madison lacrosse was unable to overcome its deficit as the Dukes fell to No. 1 North Carolina, 19-11, at Sentara Park on Friday afternoon.

James Madison softball opened the 2026 season with a thrilling 4–3 win over Saint Joseph’s on Friday at Anderson Softball Stadium, throwing out the game-tying run at the plate to end the game.

The Staunton Farmers’ Market will open its 2026 season on April 4 at a temporary new location, 2020 West Beverley Street, marking a significant shift after more than three decades at The Wharf.

Korean-inspired restaurant Mashita will be closing at the end of the month.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Harrisonburg-Rockingham County will hold their ‘Under the Sea’ Bowl For Kids’ Sake fundraiser February 27th and 28th, at Interstate Bowl North in Harrisonburg.