National

4 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...

4 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...

6 days ago in Entertainment, National, Trending

The Latest: Artemis II fully fueled for NASA’s historic return to the moon

NASA's launch team has loaded more than 700,000 gallons of fuel into the 32-story Space Launch System rocket, setting the stage for the Artemis II mission crew members to board...

2 weeks ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

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Lifestyle

1 day 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

20 hours ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Monday, 4/6

Area High School Scoreboard - Monday, 4/6

20 hours 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.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

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.

3 days ago in Local, Sports

No. 10 Bridgewater Baseball gets road sweep at Randolph-Macon

ASHLAND, Va. (BC Athletics)- The No. 6/10 Bridgewater College baseball team rolled to a sweep in the doubleheader against nationally…

3 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Lacrosse rolls to a 20-10 victory at Charlotte

Ten Dukes found this scoring column as James Madison lacrosse defeated Charlotte, 20-10, in American Conference play at Jerry Richardson Stadium on Saturday evening.

3 days ago in Sports

EMU Baseball drops two games at home to Hampden-Sydney

EMU Baseball drops two games at home to Hampden-Sydney

4 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU Baseball rallies to defeat Louisiana in 11 innings, 6-5

James Madison baseball defeated Louisiana, 6-5, in an 11-inning thriller on Saturday evening at Veterans Memorial Park to even the three-game Sun Belt Conference series.

5 days ago in Local, Sports

James Madison Baseball comes up short against Louisiana, 5-4

James Madison baseball fell, 5-4, in its series opener against the Louisiana Rajin' Cajuns on Thursday evening.

5 days ago in Local, Sports

Area High School Scoreboard – Thursday, 4/2

Area High School Scoreboard - Thursday, 4/2

Local News from Rocktown Now

3 hours ago in Agriculture, Local

Statewide summit in Augusta County addresses food system resiliency

Stakeholders from across Virginia’s food and agriculture sectors gathered Tuesday at Blue Ridge Community College in Augusta County.

4 hours ago in Local

Central Shenandoah Health District holding spring in-school vaccine clinics for middle and high school students

The clinics will be for rising 7th and 12th graders within Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County Public School Districts.

6 hours ago in Local

Crash closes Waynesboro streets due to downed power lines

West Main Street is currently closed between Bookerdale Road and Lew Dewitt Boulevard due to power lines in the roadway.

7 hours ago in Community, Local

VEDA recognizes Harrisonburg Economic Development at the 2026 CED Awards

Harrisonburg Economic Development won the award for the Harrisonburg Entrepreneurship Development Initiative.