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Staunton Police Investigating Fatal Stabbing on Orchard Avenue
Officers were dispatched around 4:00 a.m. to a 911 open line in the 300 block of Orchard Avenue. When they arrived, police determined a stabbing had occurred and found two female victims at the scene.
One Injured in Harrisonburg Shooting; Victim Reported Stable After Transfer to UVA
Police first responded around 11:05 p.m. Aug. 29 to the 1200 block of Devon Lane for a reported gunshot wound. Authorities said one victim was found in serious conditionc.
This week’s weather: Temperatures rise along with the humidity
HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – High pressure will move off the coast today, allowing a warmer and more humid air…
Sunny and humid this weekend with highs in the 80’s
Weak high pressure will build into the area, bringing more stable conditions through Saturday night.
2 days ago in High School Sports,
Area High School Football Scoreboard – Friday, 8/28
Area High School Football Scoreboard - Friday, 8/28
James Madison Volleyball begins season with sweep of Loyola Maryland
James Madison volleyball opened the 2026 season with a sweep of Loyola Maryland (25-14, 25-20, 25-23) on Friday night inside the Convocation Center in front of 727 fans – the fifth-largest attendance for volleyball at the facility.
JMU Field Hockey’s rally comes up short in opener against Temple
James Madison field hockey (0-1) mustered up a strong comeback attempt but ultimately fell just short in a 2-1 season-opening defeat at the hands of Temple (1-0) on Friday afternoon.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Nashville’s airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under Tennessee governor’s proposal
Nashville International Airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal announced Friday by Tennessee's governor.
2 days ago in National
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell form in the Pacific Ocean as Dolly churns in the Atlantic
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
2 days ago in National
As super El Nino strengthens, study suggests that climate change is intensifying El Ninos
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
2 days ago in Sports
Roger Federer heads to the Tennis Hall of Fame and says he ‘had the best time’ during his career
Roger Federer will have a chance to reflect back on his career Saturday when he is enshrined in the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. The 45-year-old from Switzerland, who will be honored along with broadcaster and former player Mary Carillo, said it would be his first trip to Newport.
Clouds, sunshine and a scattered thunderstorm today
Temperatures will stay fairly comfortable through Sunday before, and hot and humid air mass arrives next week.
Sun, clouds and maybe a thunderstorm today
HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – The next few days will bring sunshine and humid conditions. Temperatures will stay fairly comfortable…
Showers lingering tonight
Tonight: clouds breaking with a thunderstorm this evening, then fog late and humid. Clouds could make it difficult to see the lunar eclipse. Low 61. Winds light and variable.
JMU Lacrosse’s Shelley Klaes gets contract extension through 2032
James Madison Director of Athletics Matt Roan announced that lacrosse head coach Shelley Klaes has received an extension to keep her under contract through the 2032 season.
Bridgewater picked fourth in ODAC Preseason Men’s Soccer poll; EMU 10th
The Bridgewater College men's soccer team was selected fourth in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference's Preseason Poll released on Thursday.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Prosecutors rest in Tupac Shakur murder trial, putting Duane Davis’ defense up next
Prosecutors rested their case Wednesday in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis after calling 24 witnesses for the nearly 30-year-old killing of Tupac Shakur.
3 days ago in Sports
Brewers starter Dustin May hit by line drive and leaves game after 1 pitch against Mets
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Dustin May left his start against the New York Mets with a bruised right scapula after throwing one pitch Wednesday night.
Dukes picked fourth in MAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll
The annual MAC Preseason Coaches' Poll released Wednesday afternoon as James Madison field hockey was slotted to finish fourth, matching the Dukes 2025 regular season placement.
BC Women’s Soccer selected third in ODAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll
The Bridgewater College women's soccer team was selected third in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference's Preseason Poll released on Wednesday.
