National
6 hours ago in National
Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in Georgia
Republican Clay Fuller on Tuesday won Marjorie Taylor Greene's former U.S. House seat in Georgia, turning back a Democratic challenge with the help of President Donald Trump's endorsement despite uneasiness over the war in Iran.
6 hours ago in National
Rex Heuermann to plead guilty in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending long search for a serial killer
A Long Island architect accused in a string of long-unsolved slayings known as the Gilgo Beach killings is expected to plead guilty on Wednesday, closing a case that bedeviled investigators, agonized victims' relatives and tantalized a true-crime obsessed public for years.
6 hours ago in National, Trending
Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100
Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to it to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip and soak in its neon lights, kitschy motels and attractions, and culinary offerings.
5 days ago in National, Trending
US employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February
American employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 new jobs last month, rebounding from a dismal February. And the unemployment...
5 days ago in National, Trending
The Latest: US and Israel are trying to rescue fighter jet crew in Iran, Israeli source says
The U.S. military launched a rescue operation Friday after Iranian state media reported that an American fighter jet went down and at least...
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Lifestyle
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Can a single therapy session make a difference? Experts say yes, with the right mindset
Experts say an increasing number of people who, at least for now, have decided to forgo the weeks, months or even years that traditional therapy implies in favor of a more targeted approach.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use
In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around
Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
As demand for GLP-1 pills and shots surges, healthy habits are still key
Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health. About 1 in 8 U.S. adults say they are taking a GLP-1 drug, according to a recent survey by the health research group KFF.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme and more react to the death of Chuck Norris
The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and...
Sports News
Dukes take down No. 13 Virginia in 10 innings for first win over Hoos since 2007
James Madison baseball knocked off No. 13 Virginia for the first time since 2007, scoring the winning run on a wild pitch in the 10th inning on Tuesday night for an 8-7 win at Disharoon Park.
No. 9 Bridgewater Baseball falls at home to No. 5 Shenandoah, 13-4
No. 9 Bridgewater Baseball falls at home to No. 5 Shenandoah, 13-4
15 hours ago in Sports
EMU Baseball drops two games against Washington and Lee
On Tuesday, the Diamond Royals marched into Lexington to do battle with the Generals of Washington & Lee, completing a suspended game from two weeks ago before the originally scheduled ODAC night game. Sadly, EMU came home empty, losing the suspended game 10-6 before dropping a 3-2 heartbreaker to the Generals.
Cauthorn sets single-game strikeout record in BC Softball’s sweep of EMU
Cauthorn sets single-game strikeout record in BC Softball's sweep of EMU
Area High School Scoreboard – Tuesday, 4/7
Area High School Scoreboard - Tuesday, 4/7
15 hours ago in Sports
EMU Men’s Volleyball upsets No. 3 Lynchburg in ODAC Quarterfinals
EMU Men's Volleyball upsets No. 3 Lynchburg in ODAC Quarterfinals
Area High School Scoreboard – Monday, 4/6
Area High School Scoreboard - Monday, 4/6
2 days ago in Sports
JMU’s Root, Cuviello earn weekly American Lacrosse honors
James Madison lacrosse attacker Payton Root and defender Reese Cuviello have been named American Conference Attack Player and Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, the conference announced on Monday.
JMU Baseball takes down Louisiana, 5-1, to win series
Solid pitching and timely hitting led James Madison baseball to a 5-1 victory over Louisiana, securing the series on Saturday afternoon at Veterans Memorial Park.
Local News from Rocktown Now
3 hours ago in Local
UPDATE: Runaway teen has been safely located
17-year-old Rhiannon "RJ" Marie Wiley was last seen Friday night at her Staunton home.
3 hours ago in Community, Local
Dayton to host 17th annual Redbud Festival Saturday
The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will take place throughout downtown Dayton.
4 hours ago in Local
Sunnyside Communities launches BrainGymAI
Sunnyside Communities is the first retirement community in Virginia and only the second in the nation to introduce BrainGymAI.
5 hours ago in Local
Waterline work to impact service and traffic around Court Square in Harrisonburg
Temporary work to take place April 11-13; larger project expected to begin April 20







