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Springsteen, Bono and Stevie Wonder will help the Obamas open their presidential museum

Former President Barack Obama is getting a little help from his friends in celebrating the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago. The guestlist for Thursday's dedication ceremony includes Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Christina Aguilera and Bono, along with former Presidents Joe Biden, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton.

1 day ago in National

A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week

Whenever historian Geoffrey Ward visits the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum to do research, he finds himself caught up in the spirit of FDR himself, the sense of landed contentment and cheerful disarray that helped define his public image.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Rain along the Gulf Coast could become the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season

A cluster of storms along the Gulf Coast could become the first named tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the National Hurricane Center said.

2 days ago in National

Blanche set for July confirmation hearings for attorney general as Republicans weigh support

The Senate Judiciary Committee has scheduled confirmation hearings for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in mid-July, even as some Republicans remain undecided about whether to support him for the post.

2 days ago in National

McDonald’s is serving fried apple pie again for America’s 250th birthday

McDonald's is frying up some apple pies to honor America's 250th birthday. The company said Tuesday it's bringing back fried apple pies for the first time in more than three decades. They'll be available at most U.S. restaurants for a limited time starting June 23.

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Lifestyle

2 days 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.

3 days 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.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

The skills people still perform better than AI, according to workplace experts

Many workers fear machines will supplant them as adoption of artificial intelligence accelerates. But what if people have qualities both unmistakably human and essential to career success that AI could not easily replace them?

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Travel skin care 101: Simple tips to follow before, during and after a trip

Massage Envy reports that nearly 45% of Americans plan summer vacations in 2026 which impacts skin care routine, adding that simple tips can help maintain healthy skin before, during, and after travel.

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending

How to stay safe while traveling during extreme heat

As travelers prepare to set off on summer trips, scorching temperatures lie in wait. Above-average temperatures could be on the books this summer, according to forecasters, and a developing El Nino event could spell out warmer weather later in the year or next summer.

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Tuesday, 6/16

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Tuesday, 6/16

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Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Tuesday, 6/16

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Tuesday, 6/16

2 days ago in Local, Sports

East Rock announces new interim head football coach

Dontae’ Gholson

Dontae’ Gholson, who is a teacher and a coach, will coach the Eagles this fall.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Monday, 6/15

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Monday, 6/15

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Monday, 6/15

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Monday, 6/15

3 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Men’s Basketball will play at Kentucky in November

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The James Madison men's basketball program announced on Monday morning that it will travel to Lexington, Ky., to battle the Kentucky Wildcats as part of its 2026-27 non-conference schedule.

4 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Sunday, 6/14

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Sunday, 6/14

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Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Sunday, 6/14

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Sunday, 6/14

5 days ago in Local, Sports

TA and Broadway fall short in state championship Baseball and Softball games

They outhit Turner Ashby 16-7.

Local News from Rocktown Now

1 hour ago in Local

JMU receives $600,000 gift to support nursing students

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The two-year investment will support Virginia residents with financial need who are in good academic standing.

3 hours ago in Local

Governor Spanberger signs reproductive rights and contraception access bills into law

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Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed a package of legislation aimed at protecting reproductive freedoms, expanding access to contraception, and reducing cost barriers for reproductive healthcare in Virginia.

4 hours ago in Agriculture, Local

Virginia drought expected to persist through September

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Virginia’s deepening drought is now expected to last through the entire summer.

5 hours ago in Local

Bridge work on Route 778 in Augusta County starts June 22

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Extensive bridge work is scheduled to start Monday, June 22, on Route 778 (Knightly Mill Road) in Augusta County between New Hope and Weyers Cave.