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2 days ago in National

Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports

Cornell University suspended parties at fraternity houses until next year and is giving state police a role in investigating reports of sexual assault on campus in the school's latest response to outrage over its handling of a gang rape allegation.

3 days ago in National

A man falls to his death from a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia

Police are investigating after a man fell to his death from a roller coaster at a Six Flags near Atlanta, watched by other visitors to the amusement park as he was catapulted from the ride.

7 days ago in National

Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast

Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts

Isaias surged toward the U.S. Gulf Coast on Thursday as the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, prompting mandatory evacuations, school closures and local government shutdowns in parts of Florida.

1 week ago in National

Christa Pike is angry and confused after surviving execution attempt, attorney says

Christa Pike was "angry and confused" in the hours after regaining consciousness following Tennessee's failed execution attempt, first asking, "Where am I?" her lawyer said Wednesday.

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Lifestyle

11 hours ago in Lifestyle

Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it

GoodRx reports that maintaining muscle during weight loss is crucial for health.

1 day ago in Lifestyle

When is it too late to get a flu shot?

GoodRx reports it's almost never too late to get a flu shot, as it provides protection even if flu season has started, lasting until May.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

How to spot imposter scams

Wells Fargo reports imposter scams surged in 2024, costing $2.95 billion. 

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Caregivers need to take care of themselves, too

Nearly one in four adults in the United States, or 63 million people, provided care to adults or children with medical conditions or disabilities in 2025, a total that jumped by almost 50% in 10 years, according to a report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

One income, two retirements: How couples can protect their future

For a lot of people, a one-size-fits-all retirement plan just doesn't fit. Their family circumstances call for a more custom-made approach.

Sports News

13 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Turner Ashby Football Head Coach Scott Turner previews game against East Rock

Turner Ashby Football Head Coach Scott Turner previews this week's game against East Rockingham.

13 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

East Rockingham Football Head Coach Dontae Gholson previews matchup against Turner Ashby

East Rockingham Football Head Coach Dontae Gholson previews this week's matchup against Turner Ashby.

23 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Women’s Soccer wins rivalry game against EMU, 6-0

Laney Fayard scored twice on headers as the Bridgewater College women's soccer team unleashed a five-goal second half to defeat Eastern Mennonite 6-0 Wednesday afternoon at the Bridgewater Soccer Complex.

23 hours ago in Sports

EMU Men’s Soccer comes up short against Batten, 3-1

EMU Men's Soccer comes up short against Batten, 3-1

23 hours ago in Sports

BC Field Hockey blanks Batten on Wednesday night, 2-0

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (BC Athletics) – The Bridgewater College field hockey team took down Batten on Wednesday night in ODAC…

24 hours ago in Sports

Eastern Mennonite Field Hockey falls at home to Randolph-Macon

Eastern Mennonite Field Hockey falls at home to Randolph Macon.

2 days ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 10/13

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Tuesday, 10/13

2 days ago in Sports

James Madison’s Louisell named 2025-26 SBC Female Athlete of the Year

The Sun Belt Conference announced on Tuesday evening that James Madison volleyball standout Kennedy Louisell was named the league's 2025-26 Female Student-Athlete of the Year at the annual Sun Belt Honors Banquet.

2 days ago in Sports

EMU Volleyball falls at home to Washington and Lee

EMU Volleyball falls at home to Washington and Lee

Local News from Rocktown Now

7 hours ago in Local

James Madison University launches Centers for Civic Life program

James Madison statue on East Campus

Through the Madison Center for Civic Engagement, JMU has partnered with the National Issues Forums Institute to launch the Centers for Civic Life program and its inaugural national cohort of Faculty Fellows.

10 hours ago in Local

Several featured speakers in attendance at GOP “Oysters with Obenshain”

Senator Mark Obenshain

Senator Mark Obenshain hosted his annual seafood social on Wednesday, October 14 at the Rockingham County Fairgrounds.

10 hours ago in Agriculture, Local

Local counties declared free of drought conditions; water table is rising

For the first time in many months, most of the Shenandoah Valley and Piedmont are officially “drought‑free,” according to a new update from the U.S. Drought Monitor.

11 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Traffic stop leads to pursuit in Page County, suspect now in ICE custody

A suspect is now in ICE custody following a traffic stop and pursuit in Page County Thursday morning.