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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.

9 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.

1 day 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.

Features

2 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

2 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.

2 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. 

2 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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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…

MORE 96.1 Supports Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

For less than $30 you can provide a child of the Shenandoah Valley a book a month through Dolly Parton’s…

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6 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.

7 hours ago in Local

Turner Pavilion parking lot to be impacted by Municipal Building project in Harrisonburg

Parking permits will no longer be available for purchase in the lot starting January 1, 2027.

8 hours ago in Community, Local

Renew Rocktown and Friendly City Food Co-op to host film screening of “How to Live on Earth”

The screening will be on November 19 at Community Mennonite Church from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

8 hours ago in Local

Mobile home deemed total loss after overnight fire in Crimora

A family has been displaced following a nighttime blaze in Augusta County.

10 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

East Rock High School prepares for Region 3C Quarterfinal matchup

Listen to Head Coach Dontae Gholson’s interview ahead of the game.

10 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Turner Ashby High School Football getting ready ahead of Region 3C Quarterfinal

Listen to Head Coach Scott Turner’s interview ahead of the game

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Entertainment

9 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.

9 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.

1 day 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.

1 day 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.