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Sentara RMH still operating despite worldwide IT outage
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Sentara RMH officials say they were not directly impacted by the international IT outage linked to cybersecurity early Friday morning. Mike Kafka, Director of Corporate Communications & Public Relations for Sentara Health, issued a statement in an email to the media. “We are closely...
Applications open for 2024 Harrisonburg Citizen Academy
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – The Harrisonburg Citizen Academy is preparing for another season of bringing City of Harrisonburg staff closer to the community. The 13-week program allows participants to visit City of Harrisonburg departments and partner organizations to learn about the services, programs and events available to community members. The program is held one night each week from Aug. 22 to mid-November.
The Secret Lair celebrates a decade of business
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – This year marks ten years since The Secret Lair Comics opened their doors back in 2014. To mark the occasion, the comic store will host a 10-year anniversary event for all customers to enjoy this Saturday, July 20. The celebration will include sales, giveaways and the return of their 10-cent comic comics and the recyclable store comic bag, which will be free to the first 100 customers in the store.
St. John’s Drama Club Prepares to Unveil “Clue” This Weekend
St. John’s Drama Club, a community-focused theater group for teens, is excited to present its latest production, “Clue.” Based on the classic board game, the play promises a fun and engaging experience for the audience. Performances are scheduled for this weekend at Father Rule Hall. About St....
Harrisonburg Farmers Market hosting Sunset Market on Thursday
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - The Harrisonburg Farmers Market is in its second year of hosting its monthly evening ‘Sunset Market’ on the third Thursday between June and September. Sarah Golibart Gorman, a marketing strategist with HFM said even bigger crowds than last year are filling Turner Pavilion for...
Crews respond to reports of morning structure fire on Deyerle Ave in Harrisonburg
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Harrisonburg fire officials were called out to an assisted living facility this morning after an outdoor fire sent smoke inside the building. Fire Chief Matt Tobia reports on what happened shortly after 10:30 a.m. in the 2100 block of Deyerle Avenue. “They started a...
Skyline Middle School Welcomes New Principal Chad Burk
Skyline Middle School is buzzing with excitement as it welcomes its new principal, Chad Burk. With 17 years of experience in the Harrisonburg City Public Schools, Mr. Burk brings a wealth of knowledge and a fresh perspective to the Warren County community. “I’ve felt so welcomed by everyone I’ve met...
VSP investigate a fatal ATV crash involving a Strasburg woman
Virginia State Police (VSP) report by email the investigation of a single vehicle fatal crash in the 600 block of Barbour Lane Clarke County. On July 12 at approximately 7:15 p.m. a Kawasaki Side-by-side All-Terrain Vehicle attempted a sharp turn on private property and overturned. Neither person riding was wearing...
Scott Thomas Jones
Scott Thomas Jones, 51, passed away July 16, 2024 at Harrison House of Pleasant View, Inc, in Harrisonburg VA. He was born May 18, 1973 in Harrisonburg VA, to Samuel Paige and JoAnn Jones of Timberville. Scott is also survived by his devoted brother Mark (Emily) and numerous aunts, uncles...
Lisa Currie: Never is a time that never really happens
When I was a girl, my mother had this huge vegetable garden. In fact, at one time, she had two vegetable gardens, long rows of beans, corn, tomatoes and peppers. Pulling weeds and picking that produce was what I considered, during most of my teenage years, as some form of horrible torture dished out by a cruel and wicked mother, thus, promising myself that I would "never" have a garden because in my youthful wisdom, I knew food came from grocery stores.
Planners recommend denial of Sperryville tourist home
The Rappahannock County Planning Commission on Wednesday unanimously recommended denial of an application to make a barn on Sperryville Pike a one-bedroom tourist home. The application will next go to the Board of Supervisors for its review.
Ernestine Barbara “Barbie” Bowles
Ernestine Barbara “Barbie” Bowles Ernestine Barbara “Barbie” Bowles, 61, of Middletown, VA, died July 14, 2024 at Winchester Medical Center. Barbie was born September 18, 1962 in Newton, NJ; daughter of the late Ernest William Charles Jr. and Patricia Ann Gunderman Charles. She loved spending time her family, friends, and her pets. She was caring, transparent, and always cared for those in need.
Katherine V. Thomas
Katherine V. Thomas, 81, of New Market, passed away at home on Monday, July 15, 2024, with her husband by her side. Katherine was the daughter of the late Guy and Virginia Wine. She was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Wine. She is survived by her husband, Johnny;...
Gary Wayne Harold
Gary Wayne Harold, 67, of Verona, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was born on November 16, 1956, and was a son of the late Watson Harold, and Audrey (Rodgers) Harold of Harrisonburg. Gary retired from Shenandoah's Pride, and was a member of the Verona United Methodist Church.
Rockingham Family Physicians joins Augusta Health
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Rockingham Family Physicians in Harrisonburg will join Augusta Health. This new addition marks Augusta Health’s second location in Harrisonburg as the practice will join Augusta Medical Group on September 1. According to a news release from Augusta Health, it reflects ongoing efforts to expand access to high-quality healthcare services while maintaining the standard of care and service that patients expect.
Brinda Jane Dean
Brinda Jane (Berry) Dean, 73, of Elkton, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg. She was born September 21, 1950 in Harrisonburg, Virginia and was the daughter of the late George R. and Louise Turner Berry, and was raised by her grandmother, Dorothy Turner.
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