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Record high ocean temperatures put the entire region at risk
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A dip in the water to cool off isn’t as cool as it used to be. From the Chesapeake Bay to the Atlantic Ocean and around the globe, ocean temperatures have been at record highs this year. “So the at this point, we...
Jasper Drilling explores gender and identity in Shenandoah Valley Art Center exhibit
WAYNESBORO – Jasper Drilling, an accomplished oil painter, delves into the intricate relationship between gender and the body through his evocative self-portraits. More: Staunton boy is Soap Box world champion; back-to-school haircuts; Waynesboro celebrates summer programs: Chalkboard ...
Eight is enough: Fishburne Military is going from the traditional 11-man to 8-man football
WAYNESBORO – With dwindling numbers of students interested in football and a rash of injuries last season, Fishburne Military School has decided to switch from the traditional 11-man football to the eight-man variety. "It was strictly numbers," Coach Chip Crabill said about the decision. ...
A “Luxe in Lexington” Weekend
A small town with an easy, laid back vibe that also offers upscale shopping and dining. Found: Lexington, Virginia, where your luxe getaway awaits. Brimming with sights and smells, historic downtown Lexington features red brick sidewalks, locally owned boutiques, art galleries where the artists themselves work the counter, niche salons and places of pampering, and free wine sips every Friday. In Lexington, posh accommodations dot Main Street and every corner has a bit of history to tell. For the best narration, let the horse-drawn carriage be your guide.
New Block of Homes Coming to Old Trail Near Route 250
Builders in Crozet’s Old Trail development have been clearing land for a new block of homes at the intersection of Rt. 250 and Old Trail Drive across from Western Albemarle High School. The plan is for about 52 single-family detached units on 20 acres just south of the recently completed Bishopsgate Lane block. David Brockman, executive vice president of March Mountain Properties, which has owned and developed Old Trail, said the aim is for a “nice landscape border” along Rt. 250.
Elkton woman charged with involuntary manslaughter to face grand jury decision
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – The Elkton woman who was arrested in April on five charges, including involuntary manslaughter after a fatal crash in Rockingham County, had a hearing this week. Debra Elliot, 66, was arrested and charged after a passenger who was riding on top of her...
Community Foundation receives anonymous matching donation to Dolly Parton imagination Library
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) — The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County has received an anonymous $250,000 donation to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library that was matched, creating a $500,000 permanent fund for the program. According to a social media post on Friday from the Foundation, the endowment...
JMU engineering major earns prestigious national scholarship
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) — Julia Larson, a third-year engineering major at JMU, is one of 49 students nationally to receive a $5,000 scholarship from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). “I feel extremely grateful about being awarded the scholarship,” Larson said. “I am grateful...
James Madison University nursing program receives national recognition
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – A nursing education website has ranked James Madison University’s nursing program as the second best in the state. RN Careers said this ranking further cements JMU’s reputation as a nationally recognized Nursing School of Distinction. The nursing website evaluates 1,700 schools annually...
Harrisonburg County Health Brief: Here are some habits that can lower your dementia risk. Doctors Explain
Healthy Insights: Expert driven. Evidence-Based. Actionable Health Guidance. From our team of medical experts. A recent report by the CDC provides some important insights about dementia diagnosis rates among older adults. Understanding these findings is crucial for Harrisonburg County residents. The findings underscore the importance of awareness in promoting early detection and improved cognitive health management.
Women’s Golf: Women’s Golf Unveils 2024-25 Schedule
HARRISONBURG, Va. – The James Madison women's golf team has unveiled its schedule for the 2024-25 season, Head Coach Tommy Baker announced on Friday afternoon. For the second straight season, the Dukes will begin their campaign in West Lafayette, Ind., at the Lady Boilermaker Classic (Sept. 2-3). After a week off, JMU will travel to Louisville, Ky., for the Cardinal Cup (Sept. 13-15), followed by the Cavalier Regional Preview (Sept. 23-24) at Virginia's Birdwood Golf Course in Charlottesville, Va. The fall portion of the schedule will conclude with trips to Norfolk, Va., for the Evie Odom Invitational (Oct. 4-6) and...
JMU’s Ryan Hanson named to Ray Guy Award watch list
AUGUSTA, Ga. (JMU Athletics) – James Madison punter Ryan Hanson has been named to the 2024 preseason watch list for the Ray Guy Award, as announced Friday by the Augusta Sports Council. The Ray Guy Award honors the nation’s top collegiate punter at the Football Bowl Subdivision level.