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Is Outlook down? Widespread outage hits Microsoft email and other apps
A widespread outage hit Microsoft platforms including Outlook on Thursday, with many users encountering trouble using their email accounts and other errors across the tech giant's suite of apps.
24 hours ago in National, Trending
Mississippi elects Democrat Scott Colom as state’s first Black US senator since Reconstruction
Democratic nominee Scott Colom defeated Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith on Wednesday in Mississippi's closely contested U.S. Senate race after a prolonged ballot counting process, giving the state its first Black U.S. senator since post-Civil War Reconstruction.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
The 2027 Coachella lineup is here: Dua Lipa, Tame Impala and SZA to headline
Three acts who are no strangers to Coachella will headline the annual festival in the California desert next April, the organizers announced Wednesday.
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3 weeks ago in Features, Trending
‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition
When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, "Farmer Mike," also known as the "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers."
Lifestyle
16 hours ago in Lifestyle
What men need to know after a major update to prostate cancer guidelines
Middle-aged men should undergo regular screening for prostate cancer, the American Cancer Society said Thursday in a major change to its guidelines.
3 days ago in Lifestyle
Year-end checklist for small businesses: 15 steps to start in November
Intuit QuickBooks reports that one in three U.S. adults plan to start a business in 2026.
3 days ago in Lifestyle
A language of belonging: Advice for learning the mother tongue of your ancestors
Losing a tangible connection to your family's ancestral homeland can bring unexpected sorrow, whether through the death of an older relative, the sale of a property passed down for generations gets sold or the destruction a handful of surviving heirlooms.
1 week ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, Native Advertising
Where Flavor Meets Comfort: Why Gobbler Grill Is Broadway’s Hidden Gem | Shen Valley Deals
Gobbler Grill in Broadway, Virginia, serves up mouthwatering burgers and fries in a friendly, down-home setting that keeps locals coming back. See why this hometown favorite is turning heads—and how you can grab a $50 gift card for just $25 through ShenValleyDeals.com.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
5 unique Thanksgiving main dishes to make on the grill
Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on unique Thanksgiving grilling recipes from Wildfire Outdoor Living, featuring dishes like Five-Spice Rotisserie Pork and Blackened Tri-Tip.
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Register NOW to Win Pentatonix Tickets at JPJ on November 28th!
Ring in the season with a jolly, holiday-inspired show–Pentatonix is coming to the John Paul Jones arena on November 28th,…
Enter To Win Tickets To See “Americana Women” at The Wayne Theatre!
WMQR “Enter to Win a Pair of Tickets to See Americana Women” Online Giveaway “Americana Women” is coming to The…
Boo Bash 2026
Join More 96-1 and the rest of Harrisonburg Media Group at this year’s BOO BASH, sponsored by Domino’s and Rockingham…
HMG Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Tee
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month! To raise awareness and encourage women to schedule their annual mammogram, we have a…
Mid-Week Treat with McKee Foods! Win Little Debbie Treats
We know as soon as Monday hits, you’re already thinking about Friday! We want to give you something to look…
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Today’s weather: Cloudy and breezy
HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – Low pressure will bring clouds and wind to the Shenandoah Valley today. I wouldn’t rule…
3 hours ago in Local
Harrisonburg Planning Commission approves proposed zoning changes for commercial marijuana production and sales
City Council recently requested written rules for deciding where in Harrisonburg marijuana retailers will be allowed to set up shop.
3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Augusta County woman arrested for alleged shoplifting escapes jail time
Casey Napier of Crimora reached a plea deal with prosecutors this week.
3 hours ago in Local
City of Staunton announces Thanksgiving schedule
The schedules for City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
3 hours ago in Community, High School Sports, Local, Sports
Buffalo Gap comes in third place for T-Mobile 5G Lights competition
The school still won a $250k prize, among other upgrades.
21 hours ago in Community, Local
Berry Family Blanket Drive kicks off this weekend
A charitable Blanket Drive kicks off this weekend to help those in need in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County areas.
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23 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Gram Parsons celebrated in song by Emmylou Harris, Elvis Costello on eve of his Rock Hall induction
Joy and sorrow were in harmony at a musical tribute to Gram Parsons, the country-rocker who on Saturday will enter the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 53 years after his death at age 26.
23 hours ago in Entertainment
Yacht captain on reality show ‘Below Deck’ arrested in Turkey after teenager dies
A participant in the U.S. reality TV show "Below Deck" has been arrested in Turkey over a fight in the resort city of Bodrum that left a 17-year-old dead, local media reported Thursday.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
The 2027 Coachella lineup is here: Dua Lipa, Tame Impala and SZA to headline
Three acts who are no strangers to Coachella will headline the annual festival in the California desert next April, the organizers announced Wednesday.
2 days ago in Entertainment
The ‘Hunger Games’ are back, with an A-list cast and brutal origin story for Haymitch
Three years ago, new cinematic life was found in a "Hunger Games" adventure without Katniss. Now, the franchise is back, jumping through time again to check in on another major character from the original films in his teenage years: Haymitch Abernathy.







