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3 days ago in National

Utah restricts fireworks, declares state of emergency as largest US wildfire grows

Utah restricted fireworks and declared a state of emergency Friday ahead of July Fourth celebrations as the United States' largest wildfire mushroomed in size.

4 days ago in National

Key inflation gauge jumps to 3-year high in latest sign of affordability challenges

The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge rose to a new three-year high in May as gas prices peaked, a sign rising costs could pose political problems for President Donald Trump and his political party as midterm elections near.

6 days ago in National

Savannah Guthrie says family remains ‘in agony’ over missing mom, begs the public for tips

"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal to viewers Tuesday to come forward with any information about her missing mother, a day after news organizations said a ransom note received months ago had indicated that she was dead.

6 days ago in National

A shooter kills 2 at a Northern California library and an 18-year-old suspect is arrested

A shooting at a library in Northern California left two people dead and an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested, police said Tuesday. Police responded to a 911 call soon after 5 p.m. Monday.

1 week ago in National

A plan to sell artifacts from the Titanic faces US government opposition

A plan to auction more than 100 artifacts salvaged from the wreckage of the Titanic — including personal belongings, currency, kitchen items and decor — is facing pushback from the U.S. government, according to newly unsealed court documents.

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Lifestyle

7 hours ago in Lifestyle

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea

You've likely heard it since childhood: Don't scratch that bug bite or rash, you'll make it worse. But why would something that feels so good be bad?

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic

To someone who is getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, "Don't panic!" may be difficult to heed, even if that's exactly what you should do. But lifeguards say to not only relax but flip over and float out of the danger.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

$75 caviar-topped tots. A day’s pay worth of beer. Here’s the World Cup menu — and prices

World Cup tickets are expensive. Flights to North America are expensive. Hotel rooms in many places are expensive. Then there's the price of beer.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Why eat junk on a camping trip? Tips and recipes for nutritious food on the trail

Few things feel better than a long hike in the woods, exhausting yourself as you soak in the fresh air and tranquility. Then, back to camp, where you chip away at those health benefits with packaged hot dogs slapped into a white-bread bun with a slice of plasticky processed cheese food.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

The world wants more high-protein products, but there’s not enough whey to go around

Athletes and older adults have long used smoothies and shakes blended with whey protein concentrate – a powdered byproduct of cheese-making – to build or maintain muscle. More recently, food companies have sprinkled it into everything from breakfast cereals, Pop-Tarts and potato chips to bagels, tortillas and Starbucks drinks to meet growing consumer demand.

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18 hours ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Sunday, 6/28

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Sunday, 6/28

18 hours ago in Local, Sports

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Sunday, 6/28

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Sunday, 6/28

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Friday, 6/26

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Friday, 6/26

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Friday, 6/26

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Friday, 6/26

4 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Thursday, 6/25

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Thursday, 6/25

4 days ago in Local, Sports

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Thursday, 6/25

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Thursday, 6/25

4 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU’s Robinson to represent Canada at FIBA U23 3×3 Nations League 2026

JMU player (#11) in purple dribbles the ball as a white-blue defender reaches in, in a crowded basketball arena with a visible scoreboard and crowd.

James Madison guard Bree Robinson earned a spot on Canada's roster for the FIBA U23 3x3 Nations League 2026 – Americas North in Ñuñoa, Chile, from June 27- July 3, as announced by Canada Basketball on Thursday afternoon.

5 days ago in Local, Sports

East Rock graduate Nickel selected in the second round of the NBA Draft

White jersey player #5 shoots the ball over a purple-jersey defender as the ball arcs upward.

East Rockingham High School graduate Tyler Nickel was selected with the 47th overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft on Wednesday in Brooklyn.

5 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Wednesday, 6/24

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Wednesday, 6/24

Local News from Rocktown Now

1 hour ago in Elections, Local

Sal T. Romero, Jr. announces Harrisonburg City Council candidacy

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Sal Romero

Romero is running as an independent.

2 hours ago in Community, Local

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Harrisonburg-Rockingham County honored with national award

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Executive Director Lindsey Douglas with 2025 Impact Award

The organization has been recognized as a Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Impact Award Winner for program excellence in 2025.

3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

UPDATE: Staunton man has been arrested

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26-year-old Kavon L. Robertson has been arrested.

3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

UPDATE: Three individuals arrested in relation to shooting in the Town of Grottoes

Kenneth Roberston (left) and Michael Bosserman (right)

The arrests are in relation to the shooting incident on Dogwood Avenue in the Town of Grottoes on June 22, 2026.