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Crews hope to resume recovery of 8 bodies from California avalanche after days of dangerous weather

Crews hope to resume efforts Friday to recover the bodies of eight people killed and one still missing in an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada after days of dangerous weather that has hampered safe access to the area.

3 days ago in National, Trending

Iran and the US lean into gunboat diplomacy as nuclear talks hang in balance

Iran and the United States leaned into gunboat diplomacy on Thursday as nuclear talks between the nations hung in the balance....

4 days ago in National

Eight backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche

Crews found the bodies of eight backcountry skiers and are searching for one more who remains missing after an avalanche in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, authorities said Wednesday, making it the deadliest U.S. avalanche in nearly half a century.

5 days ago in National

Federal judge rules Kilmar Abrego Garcia can’t be re-detained by immigration authorities

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia because a 90-day detention period has expired and the government has no viable plan for deporting him, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday.

5 days ago in National

Shooting at Rhode Island youth hockey game leaves 3 dead, including shooter, and 3 more wounded

A shooting during a Rhode Island youth hockey game left three people dead, including the shooter, and three more hospitalized Monday night in critical condition, authorities said.

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Lifestyle

5 days ago in Lifestyle

How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too

Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections

It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Why some women choose Galentines over Valentines. And how they might celebrate

Galentine's Day became a pop culture phenomenon with a 2010 episode of the TV comedy "Parks and Recreation" that celebrated female friendships around Valentine's Day. Amy Poehler's character, Leslie Knope, gathered her gal pals on Feb. 13.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Renters use ‘rent now, pay later’ services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns

Rent can eat up an entire paycheck at the start of the month, so a growing number of renters are turning to a financial product that promises relief by letting them split the bill — for a price.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here’s how to start yours

If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don't travel as far. It doesn't get more local, organic and in-season than a backyard vegetable garden.

Sports News

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JMU Women’s Basketball Rolls Past App State in Front of Record Crowd

The Dukes (21-8, 12-4 Sun Belt) scored 23 points off turnovers and sank 15-of-19 (.789) from the free throw line to top the Mountaineers.

10 hours ago in Local, Sports

Davis’ 27 lead James Madison over Georgia State 80-65

The Dukes are now 16-13 on the season, while the Panthers dropped to 10-19.

10 hours ago in Local, Sports

High school scores from Saturday

HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – Here’s the high school basketball scores from around the state, from Saturday February 21, 2026.…

1 day ago in Local, Sports

High school scores from Friday night

High school scores from Friday.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Field Hockey Coach Christy Morgan announces her retirement after 21 seasons

Head Coach Christy Morgan – a pillar of the field hockey and James Madison Athletics community – has announced her retirement after 21 seasons in Harrisonburg.

4 days ago in Local, Sports

Dukes rally past Coastal Carolina, 67-65, for fourth straight win

James Madison men's basketball picked up its fourth straight win on Wednesday night, coming away with a 67-65 win over the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at the HTC Center.

4 days ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard – Wednesday, 2/18

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard - Wednesday, 2/18

4 days ago in Sports

Bridgewater Women’s Basketball falls at home to No. 4 Washington and Lee

The Bridgewater College women's basketball team fell to No. 4 Washington and Lee 67-38 at home on Wednesday.

4 days ago in Sports

EMU Men’s Basketball defeats Shenandoah, 73-61

EMU Men's Basketball defeats Shenandoah, 73-61

Local News from Rocktown Now

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Bridgewater Pushes No. 2 Randolph‑Macon Before Falling 67–61 on Senior Night

The Eagles closed their season at 7–18 overall and 3–13 in ODAC play, while the Yellow Jackets improved to 23–2 and 14–2 in the conference.

9 hours ago in Local, Sports

JMU Women’s Basketball Rolls Past App State in Front of Record Crowd

The Dukes (21-8, 12-4 Sun Belt) scored 23 points off turnovers and sank 15-of-19 (.789) from the free throw line to top the Mountaineers.

10 hours ago in Local, Sports

Davis’ 27 lead James Madison over Georgia State 80-65

The Dukes are now 16-13 on the season, while the Panthers dropped to 10-19.

10 hours ago in Local, Sports

High school scores from Saturday

HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – Here’s the high school basketball scores from around the state, from Saturday February 21, 2026.…