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Still recovering from Hurricane Lala, Hawaii prepares for a possible weekend cyclone

Communities still recovering from last weekend's hurricane in Hawaii could get pounded again in coming days from another tropical system gaining strength over warm Pacific waters.

4 days ago in National

Election takeaways: Donalds joins historic field and progressive scores upset victory in Florida

As the long, contentious primary season nears its end, Democratic voters elevated another progressive Senate candidate in Florida, while President Donald Trump's chosen candidate in his adopted home state, Republican Rep. Byron Donalds, won the nomination to be the state's first Black governor.

5 days ago in National

Trump threatened to bomb Oman because he’s unhappy with country’s deal with Iran, officials say

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Oman because he is unhappy the country is close to a deal with Iran to manage ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, two regional officials said Tuesday, a day after Trump leveled the threat.

5 days ago in National

Penn State frat pledges were made to cut and bag cocaine for college drug ring, authorities say

Penn State fraternity pledges were made to cut and package cocaine for a drug ring that was run out of two off-campus frat houses, authorities said.

1 week ago in National

Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name and close for 2 years, challenging a judge’s order

The battle over the Kennedy Center's future escalated Thursday as President Donald Trump's allies on the board took new steps to commemorate him with physical changes to the iconic performing arts institution that could defy a federal court order.

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Lifestyle

2 days ago in Lifestyle

Fall books: Fiction takes the spotlight in bookstores during the midterm season

Midterm election news will fill the headlines this fall, but, among book buyers, fiction will likely have top billing.

5 days ago in Lifestyle

The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think

When it's really hot out, getting dressed seems pretty simple: Wear something light, loose and made for summer. But textile researchers say it's actually a little more complicated than that.

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois

A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

3 big questions to ask your aging parents

One of the toughest things to go through as an adult is helping your parents as they get older. Life is finite, and both you and your parents might be reluctant to talk about what type of support they might need. But as difficult as these conversations can be, it's important to make time for them.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Heading off to college? Here are some tips for managing your finances

Heading off to college is exciting, but it also involves new adult responsibilities. That makes it a great time to start getting comfortable with credit, building healthy spending habits and learning how to manage money.

Sports News

11 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Football Season Tickets Sell Out for Fourth Straight Year

The sellout comes on the heels of the program's recent College Football Playoff appearance and reflects the continued excitement surrounding Dukes football in Harrisonburg.

23 hours ago in Local, Sports

Dobbs overcomes two turnovers with long TD run as Lions beat Commanders, 17-13

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels started, but he and much of the starting offense left after going three-and-out on the first series.

3 days ago in Sports

JMU Women’s Soccer loses at No. 25 Georgia in front of NCAA record crowd

The #25 Georgia Bulldogs scored three goals in both halves, dropping James Madison women's soccer, 6-0, at Sanford Stadium on Thursday night.

3 days ago in Sports

James Madison Men’s Soccer drops season opener to Rider, 1-0

A 23rd minute goal scored by Rider put the Broncs ahead of the Dukes in the first half as James Madison men's soccer fell 1-0 in the Fairfield by Marriott Invitational at Sentara Park on Thursday night. The result puts JMU at 0-1 while Rider stands at 1-0.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Commanders to play starters in preseason game vs. Detroit, unsure about Jayden Daniels

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn revealed that “a good amount of starters” will play during Saturday’s…

3 days ago in Sports

EMU removes interim tag as Swartz named head men’s soccer coach

EMU Director of Athletics Carrie S. Bert has announced that the interim tag has been removed from Trevor Swartz's title, making him the Royals permanent Head Men's Soccer Coach.

4 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Volleyball picked as SBC East favorite; Louisell named Preseason Player of the Year

James Madison volleyball was voted as the East Division favorite, while Kennedy Louisell was named the Sun Belt Conference Preseason Player of the Year, the league announced on Wednesday afternoon.

4 days ago in Sports

Rogers promoted to James Madison assistant softball coach

James Madison softball advanced Lexi Rogers to the position of assistant coach on Wednesday afternoon, as announced by Head Coach Loren LaPorte.

5 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison RB George Pettaway named to Doak Walker Award watch list

James Madison running back George Pettaway has been named to the 2026 Doak Walker Award Preseason Watch List, given annually to the nation's premier running back, as announced by the PwC SMU Athletic Forum.

Local News from Rocktown Now

48 minutes ago in Local

Traffic delays in the Shenandoah Valley – Week of August 24, 2026

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VDOT's list of maintenance and construction work in the Shenandoah Valley for the week of August 24, 2026.

9 hours ago in Local, Weather

Clear and cool tonight, sunny and 70’s Monday

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Comfortable conditions will continue into Monday and Tuesday.

11 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Football Season Tickets Sell Out for Fourth Straight Year

The sellout comes on the heels of the program's recent College Football Playoff appearance and reflects the continued excitement surrounding Dukes football in Harrisonburg.

22 hours ago in Local, Weather

Flash Flood Watch Until Midnight

STERLING VA: (Rocktown Now) – The National Weather Service has extended a flash flood watch through midnight EDT tonight, warning…