National
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.
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.
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.
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.
8 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Local
Local improv cast to perform “Space Adventure!” at Court Square Theater on November 14
Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 7:30 p.m.





