National
7 days ago in National
What’s next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?
Investigators are just beginning the lengthy process of determining why a business jet plummeted from the sky in Florida after encountering a thunderstorm and slammed into the ground with such force that it created a crater and shattered the plane.
7 days ago in National, Trending
Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate
Democrats are riding their sweep of Congress into a new era, eager to meet voter demands for change with plans to tackle high costs of living and confront President Donald Trump's final years in the White House.
1 week ago in National
A referendum on Trump, election monitors and a Democratic shift: What to watch on Election Day
President Donald Trump has repeatedly encouraged voters to pretend he's on the ballot this Election Day. He's not, of course. But there is reason to believe that Tuesday's midterms, above all, will be a referendum on his performance over the last two years.
1 week ago in National, Trending
Election Day arrives after a surge in early voting, with observers keeping close watch at the polls
The final day of voting in this year's midterm elections arrived Tuesday against a backdrop of uncertainty after a year in which President Donald Trump has tried to interfere in how states run their elections and sown doubts about the outcome should Republicans lose.
1 week ago in National
Jet crashes into a South Florida neighborhood, killing all 9 on board and leaving a fiery crater
A business jet crashed into a South Florida neighborhood and erupted into a ball of flames, killing all nine people on board and leaving a fiery crater. The cause was not immediately clear, but federal investigators are expected to provide an update Monday.
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Lifestyle
22 hours 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.
7 days 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.
7 days 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.
7 days ago in Lifestyle
Shorter days and dark afternoons can trigger depression. Here’s how to fight back
As winter approaches and daylight hours grow shorter, people prone to seasonal depression can feel it in their bodies and brains.
7 days ago in Lifestyle
The daily habits that have the biggest impact on healthy aging
Fatty15 reports that healthy aging relies on consistent daily habits such as a nutritious diet, regular physical activity, sufficient sleep, stress management, and social connections.
Sports News
Top-seeded Bridgewater sweeps Randolph in ODAC Volleyball Quarterfinals
The top-seeded Bridgewater College women's volleyball team swept No. 8 seeded Randolph in the ODAC quarterfinals round at home to advance to the semifinals in Nininger Hall.
10 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports
Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 11/10
Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Tuesday, 11/10
10 hours ago in Sports
Bridgewater Women’s Basketball rolls past Stevenson, 78-54
The Bridgewater College women's basketball team used big nights from Jaiden Polston and Jasmine Griffin to roll past Stevenson 78-54 on Tuesday night.
JMU Women’s Soccer blanks Southern Miss to advance to the Sun Belt Semifinals
A steady offensive attack allowed James Madison women's soccer to take down No. 8 Southern Miss, 2-0, in the quarterfinals of the Sun Belt Women's Soccer Championship at the Foley Sports Tourism Complex on Monday night.
1 day ago in High School Sports, Sports
Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Monday, 11/9
Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Monday, 11/9
1 day ago in Sports
Bridgewater Men’s Basketball wins season opener at Gallaudet, 103-59
Bridgewater Men's Basketball wins season opener at Gallaudet, 103-59
Dukes’ Suarez named Sun Belt Special Teams Player of the Week
James Madison kicker Morgan Suarez has been named the Sun Belt Conference Special Teams Player of the Week, the league announced on Monday.
2 days ago in Sports
JMU Men’s Soccer loses in double OT to Coastal Carolina in SBC Quarterfinals
A golden goal in double overtime by Coastal Carolina ended JMU's 2026 season as the Dukes fell to the Chanticleers, 2-1, in the SBC Championship Quarterfinals on Sunday evening.
James Madison Women’s Basketball falls at Virginia Tech, 59-43
James Madison women's basketball owned an 11-8 edge at the end of the first quarter, but Virginia Tech outscored the Dukes by 13 (18-5) in the second and held on the rest of the way to hand JMU a 59-43 loss in non-conference action at Cassell Coliseum on Sunday night.
Local News from Rocktown Now
1 hour ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Rockingham County School Board seeks dismissal of former principal’s lawsuit
The Rockingham County School Board is asking a federal judge to throw out a lawsuit filed by the former principal of Peak View Elementary School.
2 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Rockingham County authorities continue searching for shooting suspect
Joseph Lee Jenkins III is wanted on several warrants in connection to a shooting that happened in the Elkton area Tuesday morning.
2 hours ago in Local
Harrisonburg City Council approves request to amend Zoning Ordinance to amend the definition of “shopping center”
The request was to amend the definition of “shopping center” and to provide a parking calculation for shopping centers.
Today’s Weather: Sunny and mild
An area of low pressure approaches the Shenandoah Valley Thursday, with clouds and showers through Friday.





