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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.
JMU Football A Top Contender For 2025 QB JT Kitna, Son of Former NFL QB
Quarterback Jamison “JT” Kitna enters his 2024 high school season uncommitted, but the class of 2025 Ohio prospect currently has his eyes firmly on JMU and UAB. He’s visited both programs this summer, his only two visits of the summer. Kitna, the son of former NFL quarterback Jon Kitna, is leaning toward picking one of those programs despite originally committing to Houston and receiving interest from other Power Four programs. He won’t rule out joining a Power Conference program if they connect with him this fall and make a strong recruiting push, but he’s currently leaning toward the two Group of Five schools.
Virginia Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorms and Flash Flooding Risk Until 10 PM
Wakefield, VA – Virginia is under a slight risk for severe thunderstorms and excessive rainfall today, with the most intense weather expected to last until 10 PM. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wakefield has issued warnings that include the potential for damaging winds and locally heavy rainfall throughout the region. This weather pattern could lead to flash flooding, particularly in urban and flood-prone areas.
Mount Airy man pleads guilty to conspiracy after alleged $1M cattle theft scheme: DOJ
The USDA Office of Inspector General, the Secret Service, Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation and Cleveland and Iredell County Sheriff’s Offices were all part of the investigation.
Kaine, Warner urge government agency to finalize beach umbrella standards, make Virginia beaches safer
Everyone loves sitting back and relaxing at the beach on a warm summer day. However, for thousands of Americans every year, that relaxation can turn into panic and even injury as the result of runaway beach umbrellas.