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JMU Lacrosse falls to No.1 Northwestern in NCAA Tournament Second Round

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James Madison Baseball gets swept by No. 12 Southern Miss

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Harrisonburg–Rockingham Relay for Life Shines with “Festival of Hope” Theme

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US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns

The U.S. State Department will begin revoking the U.S. passports of thousands of parents who owe a significant amount of unpaid child support. The department told The Associated Press on Thursday that the revocations would begin Friday and be focused on those who owe $100,000 or more.

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A note a former cellmate says he found after Epstein’s suspected suicide attempt is released

A note Jeffrey Epstein's former cellmate claimed he found after the millionaire sex offender's first suspected jail suicide attempt was made public Wednesday, years after being sealed and locked in a courthouse vault as part of an unrelated legal dispute.

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Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history

The first baby boomer on the Supreme Court hit a milestone on Thursday, becoming the second-longest serving justice in history at a time when his influence has never seemed greater.

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Some iPhone owners could get up to $95 payment after Apple agrees to settle case for $250 million

Owners of some iPhones are in line to get cash payments of up to $95 from Apple after the company on Tuesday reached a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit for false advertising of its artificial intelligence capabilities.

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USPS unveils Route 66 centennial stamps, born from a photographer’s 42 trips

The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels — many since preserved or restored — along with breathtaking vistas and wide horizons of the open road.

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Pediatricians group finds kids of all ages need regular recess for physical and mental health

Recess isn't just a fun break for grade schoolers. It's crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That's the message from a leading pediatricians group, which just released the first new guidance in 13 years about this unstructured time at school and how it needs to be protected.

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Where Flavor Meets Comfort: Why Gobbler Grill Is Broadway’s Hidden Gem | Shen Valley Deals

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Gobbler Grill in Broadway, Virginia, serves up mouthwatering burgers and fries in a friendly, down-home setting that keeps locals coming back. See why this hometown favorite is turning heads—and how you can grab a $50 gift card for just $25 through ShenValleyDeals.com.

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Olivia and Liam top the list of most popular US baby names for the seventh year running

Olivia and Liam for a seventh year in a row topped the list of names for babies born in the United States in 2025. The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state, with lists dating back to 1880.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Restaurants celebrate authentic Mexican culture and history this Cinco de Mayo

Nayomie Mendoza has become accustomed to how Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the U.S.: the platters of tacos, the pitchers of margaritas and the jubilant sounds of mariachi bands.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Money Happens: What to do when becoming a homeowner feels out of reach

Anxiety about the possibility of never being able to own a house can make some people give up on organizing their finances altogether, says John Hankins, a certified financial therapist. If you hope to buy a house in the future but don't know where to start, here are some expert tips for you

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Bridgewater Baseball makes NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2014

Bridgewater College Eagles baseball team celebrating a win with high-fives at the dugout, players in black jerseys and white pinstriped pants.

The Bridgewater College baseball team landed a spot in the NCAA regionals for the first time since 2014 and the first time under Ben Spott's tenure. The Eagles will face Scranton in a double-elimination format in the Washington and Jefferson regional in Washington, Pa., beginning on Friday, May 15.

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Former JMU DE Xavier Holmes signs with the New England Patriots

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Former James Madison defensive end Xavier Holmes has earned an NFL contract with the New England Patriots following a successful rookie minicamp tryout.

8 hours ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Monday, 5/11

Area High School Scoreboard - Monday, 5/11

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JMU Lacrosse falls to No.1 Northwestern in NCAA Tournament Second Round

The James Madison Lacrosse team fell to top-seeded Northwestern, 17-5, in the second round of the NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship on Sunday afternoon at the Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball gets swept by No. 12 Southern Miss

James Madison was outlasted by No. 12 Southern Miss, 10-4, in Sun Belt Conference baseball on Sunday afternoon to be swept at Veterans Memorial Park.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Baseball loses second straight game to No. 12 Southern Miss

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James Madison fell to No. 12 Southern Miss, 11-1, in eight innings on Saturday afternoon in Sun Belt Conference baseball at Veterans Memorial Park.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Bridgewater Softball falls to No. 1 Virginia Wesleyan in ODAC Championship Series

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Bridgewater Softball falls to No. 1 Virginia Wesleyan in ODAC Championship Series

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Dukes Lacrosse rallies from five-goals down to defeat Notre Dame in NCAA Tournament opener

Girls' lacrosse team in white uniforms huddle with sticks on a sunny green field; jerseys show JMU and numbers.

EVANSTON, Ill. (JMU Athletics) – #22 James Madison overcame a five-goal deficit and used a pair of goals late in…

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Bridgewater Baseball gets knocked out of ODAC Championship Weekend

Baseball batter in black swings at home plate as teammates watch from the dugout; Bridgewater College Eagles insignia bottom-left.

The Bridgewater College baseball team dropped both games in the second day of the ODAC finals round to Shenandoah and Lynchburg Friday night which ended their impressive conference tournament run.

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Gov. Spanberger signs new FMLA law

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Woman in a black suit stands at a wooden podium delivering a speech, with a blue poster reading 'Virginia Is For Families' in the background and flags nearby.

Governor Spanberger has signed legislation creating a FMLA program to support more than 3 million workers across Virginia.

7 hours ago in Local, Sports

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