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8 hours ago in National

Jet crashes into a South Florida neighborhood, killing all 9 on board and leaving a fiery crater

A business jet crashed into a South Florida neighborhood and erupted into a ball of flames, killing all nine people on board and leaving a fiery crater. The cause was not immediately clear, but federal investigators are expected to provide an update Monday.

9 hours ago in National

November highlights Native American cultures, from salmonberry picking to traditional tattoos

National Native American Heritage Month celebrates the diverse histories and cultures of hundreds of tribal communities across the U.S. in November.

3 days ago in National, Trending

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.

2 weeks ago in National

Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their future

The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.

2 weeks ago in National

Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail

Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.

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Lifestyle

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Generations of anglers have made the pilgrimage to Montauk to catch striped bass

On most October nights, fishing guide Bill Wetzel can be found navigating the shores of Montauk, New York, in a modified 4x4 pickup truck, rumbling over boulders and thick sand as he scans the surface of the Atlantic for signs of life.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Make no bones about it, the giant skeleton has become an American Halloween fixture

It reared its bony head in 2020, during that first, chaotic pandemic year that was rife with grief and fear but also toilet paper hoarding and questionable lockdown-inspired purchases. Behold Skelly, the 12-foot, 90-pound skeleton with glowing LCD eyeballs, on sale for $299 from Home Depot, just in time for Halloween — at least, if you can get your hands on one.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Tours offer Halloween enthusiasts visits to former psychiatric hospital and funeral home

It's not enough these days for some Halloween enthusiasts to be scared by actors dressed up in spooky getups at makeshift haunted houses: They want the "real" thing.

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less

Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.

Sports News

20 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater sweeps the weekly ODAC football honors

Bridgewater College swept the ODAC Football Player of the Week awards on Sunday after defeating Roanoke 51-48 on Saturday. Parker Burke earned the league's offensive award, Oscar Whitely earned the defensive award and Shane Glenn was named the special teams player of the week.

20 hours ago in Sports

JMU Women’s Soccer earns draw at Georgia Southern

After giving up a goal in the first half, James Madison women's soccer found a late equalizer to finish level with Georgia Southern, 1-1, in Sun Belt play on Sunday afternoon.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Glenn’s FG as time expires lifts Bridgewater past Roanoke, 51-48

The Bridgewater College football team outlasted Roanoke 51-48 on Saturday afternoon thanks to a game-winning field goal as time expired. Parker Burke also broke the program record for single-game passing yards with 497.

2 days ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Broadway defeats East Rockingham 35-10

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The Broadway Gobblers remain unbeaten and took the Valley District Championship in Broadway on Friday night

3 days ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Football Scoreboard – Friday, 10/30

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Area High School Football Scoreboard - Friday, 10/30

3 days ago in Sports

JMU Men’s Soccer plays ODU to a 1-1 draw in Norfolk

After a scoreless first half, each side stung one another with a goal in the second half as James Madison men's soccer (7-5-4, 4-1-3 SBC) played ODU to a 1-1 draw in a feisty Royal Rivalry clash Friday evening at the ODU Soccer Complex.

3 days ago in Sports

Bridgewater Volleyball takes down Shenandoah on the road in three sets

Bridgewater Volleyball takes down Shenandoah in three sets

3 days ago in Sports

James Madison Volleyball falls at home to Coastal for fifth straight loss

James Madison volleyball dropped a back-and-forth battle, 3-2, to Coastal Carolina on Friday night at the Convocation Center.

3 days ago in Sports

JMU Field Hockey comes up short at No. 4 UMass, 3-0

Overwhelming offensive pressure from No. 4 Massachusetts forced James Madison field hockey (8-8, 7-2 MAC) into a 3-0 loss at the Gladchuk Field Hockey Complex Friday afternoon.

Local News from Rocktown Now

13 minutes ago in Local, Weather

Your work week forecast: Warming temperatures with rain late in the week

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HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – High pressure will keep things dry through Wednesday. A southerly flow will allow temperatures to…

2 hours ago in Community, Local

UPDATE: Anicira Veterinary Center’s “Paws on the Floor” spay and neuter event has reached capacity; all appointments are now filled

Appointments are no longer available for Anicira Veterinary Center's Paws on the Floor event.

7 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Staunton man arrested on 35 counts of knowingly possessing child pornography

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71-year-old Timothy J. Snyder was arrested as part of a joint investigation involving the Staunton Police Department and the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

7 hours ago in Community, Local

Rockingham County appoints new county attorney

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Rockingham County officials have appointed Danielle L. Smith to the position of County Attorney effective January 11, 2027.