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1 day ago in National

The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch

The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.

2 days ago in National

Georgia amusement park reopens as scheduled after roller coaster death

Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering roller coasters.

1 week ago in National

Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports

Cornell University suspended parties at fraternity houses until next year and is giving state police a role in investigating reports of sexual assault on campus in the school's latest response to outrage over its handling of a gang rape allegation.

1 week ago in National

A man falls to his death from a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia

Police are investigating after a man fell to his death from a roller coaster at a Six Flags near Atlanta, watched by other visitors to the amusement park as he was catapulted from the ride.

2 weeks ago in National

Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast

Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds.

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Lifestyle

3 days ago in Lifestyle

6 ways to plan fall and holiday travel after the hottest summer on record

Vogo reports that over 70% of U.S. travelers plan to adjust their fall and holiday trips to avoid extreme heat, focusing on cooler destinations and budgeting for comfort.

6 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Pope speaks with Putin, denouncing recent attacks as he shows recovery from lung surgery progressing

Pope Leo XIV gave strong indications Friday that he was recovering well from lung cancer surgery and was very much in charge of running the Catholic...

6 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle

Georgia amusement park to reopen as scheduled days after roller coaster death

Six Flags Over Georgia is set to open its gates Friday for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering...

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it

GoodRx reports that maintaining muscle during weight loss is crucial for health.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

How parents can help a scared child enjoy Halloween

Campus Insights Media on behalf of Pennsylvania State University reports on how parents can help scared children enjoy Halloween. 

Sports News

4 hours ago in Sports

JMU Men’s Soccer loses heartbreaker at Marshall, 1-0

James Madison men's soccer (7-5-2, 4-1-1 SBC) eight-match unbeaten streak was snapped Wednesday as the Dukes fell to Marshall 1-0, surrendering a goal to the Thundering Herd in the 84th minute.

4 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Women’s Soccer rolls past Shenandoah, 4-0

Laura Narby scored twice and Erinn Lockard made five saves as the Bridgewater College women's soccer team defeated Shenandoah 4-0 Wednesday afternoon at the Bridgewater Soccer Complex.

4 hours ago in Sports

EMU Women’s Soccer gets blanked at No. 16 Batten

EMU Women's Soccer gets blanked at No. 16 Batten, 5-0

4 hours ago in Sports

BC Men’s Soccer earns 1-1 draw at No. 18 Washington and Lee

Riley Queen scored a second-half equalizer and Zane Kowalski made six saves as the Bridgewater College men's soccer team battled Washington and Lee to a 1-1 draw Wednesday night at Watt Field.

4 hours ago in Sports

Eastern Mennonite Men’s Soccer loses home finale to Shenandoah, 2-0

Eastern Mennonite Men's Soccer loses home finale to Shenandoah, 2-0

4 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Field Hockey comes up short against No. 22 Shenandoah, 1-0

Bridgewater Field Hockey comes up short against No. 22 Shenandoah, 1-0

4 hours ago in Sports

EMU Field Hockey falls at Sweet Briar in overtime, 2-1

EMU Field Hockey falls at Sweet Briar in overtime, 2-1

1 day ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 10/20

Turner Ashby 3 Harrisonburg 0 Spotswood 3 Rocktown 0 William Monroe 3 East Rockingham 2 Fort Defiance 3 Buffalo Gap…

1 day ago in Sports

James Madison Women’s Soccer sweeps weekly Sun Belt awards

James Madison women's soccer players Ginny Lackey and Selma Rajakangas have been named the Sun Belt's Offensive and Defensive Players of the Week, respectively, the conference announced Tuesday afternoon.

Local News from Rocktown Now

8 hours ago in Local, Weather

Shenandoah Valley Weather: Sunny skies continue. Freezing temperatures possible tonight

Sunny skies and clear nights will be with us through the weekend and the first of next week.

11 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Local

The Secret Lair Comics to host Halloween Part Deux II

Halloween Part Deux II poster

The Secret Lair Comics in Harrisonburg will host their second annual Halloween Part Deux II on November 7, 2026.

17 hours ago in Local

Wayne Theatre Artistic Director named Regional Ambassador for Virginia’s Small Town and Rural Arts Network

Lesley Larsen

The Virginia Commission for the Arts has announced Lesley Larsen will serve as the Region 5 Ambassador for the Small Town and Rural Arts Network.

17 hours ago in Community, Local

Harrisonburg City Zoning Administrator honored by state association

tyler blanks

Harrisonburg Community Development Zoning Administrator Tyler Blanks was honored by the Virginia Association of Zoning Officials (VAZO) with the Certified Zoning Administrator’s Award.