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2 hours ago in National, Trending

Flights halted at airports across US due to air traffic control communications problems, FAA says

The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide Friday afternoon because of communications problems at regional air traffic control centers. The FAA notice said the ground stop was being imposed "due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety."

10 hours ago in National

The Microsoft outage means no incessant email chimes or message pings, but still we stayed online

Microsoft 365 teetered on the edge of becoming Microsoft 364 as the global outage stretched from Thursday into, ironically (or fittingly, depending on your personal outlook), Friday the 13th. Thousands used the 21st century technology of social media to complain about the 20th century invention of email.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Is Outlook down? Widespread outage hits Microsoft email and other apps

A widespread outage hit Microsoft platforms including Outlook on Thursday, with many users encountering trouble using their email accounts and other errors across the tech giant's suite of apps.

1 day ago in National

Jensen Huang built the company that powers AI. Now Nvidia must find a way forward without him

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned Thursday, capping a spectacular downfall for a poster boy of the artificial intelligence boom whose exit following reports of extramarital affairs now thrusts the chipmaker into an uncertain future.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Mississippi elects Democrat Scott Colom as state’s first Black US senator since Reconstruction

Democratic nominee Scott Colom defeated Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith on Wednesday in Mississippi's closely contested U.S. Senate race after a prolonged ballot counting process, giving the state its first Black U.S. senator since post-Civil War Reconstruction.

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Lifestyle

1 day ago in Lifestyle

What men need to know after a major update to prostate cancer guidelines

Middle-aged men should undergo regular screening for prostate cancer, the American Cancer Society said Thursday in a major change to its guidelines.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Year-end checklist for small businesses: 15 steps to start in November

Intuit QuickBooks reports that one in three U.S. adults plan to start a business in 2026. 

3 days ago in Lifestyle

A language of belonging: Advice for learning the mother tongue of your ancestors

Losing a tangible connection to your family's ancestral homeland can bring unexpected sorrow, whether through the death of an older relative, the sale of a property passed down for generations gets sold or the destruction a handful of surviving heirlooms.

1 week ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, Native Advertising

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

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.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

5 unique Thanksgiving main dishes to make on the grill

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on unique Thanksgiving grilling recipes from Wildfire Outdoor Living, featuring dishes like Five-Spice Rotisserie Pork and Blackened Tri-Tip.

Sports News

13 hours ago in Community, High School Sports, Local, Sports

Buffalo Gap comes in third place for T-Mobile 5G Lights competition

The school still won a $250k prize, among other upgrades.

20 hours ago in Sports

Top-seeded Bridgewater loses to Lynchburg in ODAC Volleyball Semifinals

Top-seeded Bridgewater loses to Lynchburg in ODAC Volleyball Semifinals

20 hours ago in Sports

EMU Women’s Basketball rallies for a road win at Gallaudet, 74-66

EMU Women's Basketball rallies for a road win at Gallaudet, 74-66

1 day ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

East Rock High School prepares for Region 3C Quarterfinal matchup

Listen to Head Coach Dontae Gholson’s interview ahead of the game.

1 day ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Turner Ashby High School Football getting ready ahead of Region 3C Quarterfinal

Listen to Head Coach Scott Turner’s interview ahead of the game

1 day ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Broadway High School Football prepares for Region 3C Quarterfinal match

Listen to Head Coach Jesse Lohr's interview ahead of the game.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Men’s Basketball wins at Delaware, 71-61

James Madison men's basketball secured a 71-61 road victory over Delaware Wednesday night, marking the Dukes first win of the season.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Women’s Basketball takes care of Navy on Wednesday, 77-61

James Madison women's basketball shot 50.0% (33-of-66) from the field and out-rebounded Navy by 20 (46-26), pouring in 46 points in the paint for a 77-61 JMU win on Wednesday night inside the Atlantic Union Bank Center.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Top-Seeded Dukes fall to South Alabama in OT in Sun Belt Women’s Soccer Semifinals

James Madison women's soccer fell to No. 5 South Alabama in overtime, 2-1, in the Sun Belt Women's Soccer Championship Semifinals at the Foley Sports Tourism Complex on Wednesday night.

Local News from Rocktown Now

3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Blacksburg man arrested following alleged stalking incident at Augusta Health

The incident occurred at Augusta Health today at approximately 7:55 a.m.

4 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Augusta County Sheriff’s Office investigating multiple reports of larceny, including stolen vehicle

Sheriff Donald Smith reports that these larcenies occurred overnight on November 12 in the Emerald Hills Subdivision in Fishersville.

7 hours ago in Local

Augusta County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing woman last seen in July

38-year-old Krystle Renea Rinker was last seen in Staunton on July 20.