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An experimental Alzheimer’s drug shows some promise as researchers hunt new approaches

An experimental drug might help slow early Alzheimer's disease in a markedly different way than today's treatments — by lowering levels of a brain protein called tau, researchers reported Tuesday.

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Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term

Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been named as his temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate after his unexpected death over the weekend.

6 days ago in National

El Nino powers up as forecasters predict historic strength and a rainier winter for the US South

An intensifying El Nino, nature's heat-releasing thermostat that spikes global temperatures, is heading to historically strong levels, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Thursday.

7 days ago in National

Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case; Trump appeals

The writer E. Jean Carroll can collect $5.8 million held in escrow since a jury found that President Donald Trump sexually abused and defamed her, a federal judge ruled Wednesday. Trump's lawyers immediately appealed to stop the payment.

1 week ago in National

Oil prices rise, and stocks fall worldwide after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is ‘over’

Oil prices are rising, and stock markets are falling worldwide Wednesday after President Donald Trump raised doubts about the temporary truce in the war with Iran.

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Lifestyle

1 day ago in Lifestyle

People have been fermenting food for millennia. Here’s why more people are focused on gut health now

More people are focusing on their gut health, as fibermaxxing goes mainstream, colorectal cancer rises among young adults and personalized gut microbiome treatments become increasingly popular.

1 day ago in Lifestyle

What injured athletes can teach us about recovery and resilience

Serious injuries and medical conditions disrupt people's daily routines and can impact their confidence and sense of identity. Elite athletes know the challenges from an injury that sidelines them from their sport, requires physical rehabilitation and leaves their ability to return to competition in doubt.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Why losing weight isn’t just about counting calories — and what to do about it

Fad diets come and go, but the underlying message almost always follows a simple equation. If you consume fewer calories than you burn, the weight will melt away. In principle, it's true. And counting calories can be a useful tool for managing weight. But it only works if you know what numbers you're counting.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Nutrition apps can help build healthy habits. For some users, their gaming features carry risks

Green means go, red means stop. Trophies or confetti come with good performance, and people who fall behind get nudged to do better. Those brightly colored engagement tactics long ago jumped from smartphone games to everything from online shopping to sports betting and classrooms. So it should come as no surprise that many nutrition-tracking apps like MyFitnessPal and Noom also use gaming features to keep users coming back.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

How to talk about money with your kids

At the grocery store, Jamie Corum sets a two-minute timer for her 10-year-old daughter to look around. Then she resets it to 10 minutes so her daughter can choose one thing to buy, making sure she considers her budget and how much tax she'll have to pay.

Sports News

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Tuesday, 7/15

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Tuesday, 7/15

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Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Tuesday, 7/15

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Tuesday, 7/15

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Football picked to win the Sun Belt East Division

A smiling football player in a purple jersey stands among teammates in gold helmets on the sideline.

James Madison football was voted to finish atop the Sun Belt Conference East Division, and three student-athletes were named to the Preseason All-Sun Belt Team, the league announced Monday.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Monday, 7/13

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Monday, 7/13

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Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Monday, 7/13

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Monday, 7/13

3 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU’s McGrath selected by the Cubs in 18th round of MLB Draft

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James Madison redshirt sophomore pitcher Luke McGrath was selected by the Chicago Cubs in the 18th round (547th overall) of the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft on Sunday, July 12.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Sunday, 7/12

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Sunday, 7/12

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Valley Baseball League Scoreboard – Sunday, 7/12

Valley Baseball League Scoreboard - Sunday, 7/12

4 days ago in Local, Sports

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Saturday, 7/11

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Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard - Saturday, 7/11

Local News from Rocktown Now

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Grottoes man dies in single-vehicle crash in Rockingham County

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The Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal single vehicle crash that occurred this morning, July 15, 2026, on Oak Shade Road.

2 hours ago in Community, Local

United Way announces Tools for School Drive with over 40 collection zones in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County

Donations can be dropped off at more than 40 locations through August 3.

5 hours ago in Local, Weather

Canadian Wildfire Smoke to Bring Hazy Skies to the Shenandoah Valley

The haze is part of a recurring pattern that has affected large portions of the United States in recent wildfire seasons.

5 hours ago in Local, Weather

Shenandoah Valley Weather: Very hot today and Thursday!

Combined with the increase in humidity, it will feel more like 100 to 105 degrees.