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Elkton woman indicted on involuntary manslaughter charge
According to online records, a Rockingham County Circuit Court grand jury returned the indictment charging Debra Elliot with involuntary manslaughter. Elliot, 66, was charged after an incident on April 16 in the 5500 of Bryant Hollow Road in which Dymond Thacker of Broadway was riding on top of her car, fell off and was struck.
HCPS superintendent named ‘Administrator of the Year’ of Journalism Education Association
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Harrisonburg City Schools Superintendent Dr. Michael Richards has been named Journalism Education Association’s 2024 Administrator of the Year. Harrisonburg High School adviser Val Kibler says the association presents the award to administrators who have shown a dedication to journalism education. “In my 37-year...
Open Doors to host community conversation on future homeless services center
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Open Doors invites the community later this month for a meeting on the future Homeless Services Center on North Main Street. The meeting will be Saturday morning, Aug. 31, at the Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center. Center Community members can expect to network...
Enter to Win VIP Tickets to the Be Happy Beer Fest!
Register to win a pair of VIP Tickets to the Be Happy Beer Festival happening August 31st at BrewHaha Brewing Company off Spotswood Trail in Elkton. The VIP ticket allows you an hour earlier entry, breakfast from Mr. J’s Elkton Express, an additional taster (for 7 total tasters!), a 12 oz pour, AND a tasting glass!
JMU Women’s Soccer drops home opener to Virginia Tech, 2-0
HARRISONBURG, Va. (JMU Athletics) – A pair of first-half goals lifted Virginia Tech past James Madison women’s soccer in its home opener on Sunday night at Sentara Park. The Hokies improved to 2-0 this season, while the Dukes evened their record to 1-1 after playing in front of 787 fans, which was the program’s third-largest crowd at Sentara Park.
Keydets top American for 1-0 victory
LEXINGTON, Va. – Looking for a second straight win to open the season, the VMI women's soccer team accomplished the feat by defeating visiting American University by a 1-0 score Sunday afternoon at Patchin Field. The 2-0 start is the best for VMI since opening the 2018 campaign with...
Royal Vape Smoke Shop in Downtown Clifton Forge Robbed
Royal Vape Smoke Shop, Inc., in Historic Downtown, Clifton Forge was broken into and robbed of cigarettes, vapes, and other items to the tune of approximately $2,500, in the early morning hours of Aug. 10th , according to Mohammad Sarhan, owner. On August 10th at 2:15 am, RVSS’ camera recorded a lone subject break a […] The post Royal Vape Smoke Shop in Downtown Clifton Forge Robbed appeared first on The Virginian Review.
DC region could see showers, thunderstorms Monday afternoon and evening
WASHINGTON - Showers are likely on Monday, with a chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m. The day will be partly sunny with a high near 83 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 70%. We could see showers and thunderstorms on Monday night, likely before 11 p.m., followed by isolated showers...
Connecticut housing official named new CEO of Alexandria’s housing authority
A veteran of housing development in Connecticut will take the reins of the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) next month as the new CEO. Erik Johnson comes to Alexandria from Hamden, Connecticut, where he served as Director of Economic and Community Development. Before that, Johnson oversaw the housing department for the City of Hartford.
Farmers' Almanac winter forecast for Pennsylvania is cold, wet and white
The Farmers' Almanac is predicting this winter will be wet and cold for most locations, but Pennsylvania may be in for more of the white, powdery stuff that kids and skiers crave. Taking this winter's La Nina into account, the Farmers' Almanac is forecasting a "Wet Winter Whirlwind" for the upcoming 2024-2025 winter...
Maryland real estate agents, homebuyers navigate changes under new rules
Under a change to longstanding real estate practice that took effect Saturday, home buyers have to agree upfront to pay their agents, instead of having their agent paid by the seller. It's rattled the industry.
Water Polo: Two Week Free Trial for Girls and Boys
Capital Water Polo is offering a Two Week Free Trial!. Players MUST PRE-REGISTER at the following link: www.capitalwaterpolo.com/register. POOL LOCATION: The St James, 6804 Industrial Rd, Springfield VA 22151. Additional Information:. New players only need a swimsuit and towel. Goggles are optional. Many of our players also swim on a...
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