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Pope speaks with Putin, denouncing recent attacks as he shows recovery from lung surgery progressing
Pope Leo XIV gave strong indications Friday that he was recovering well from lung cancer surgery and was very much in charge of running the Catholic...
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Al Pacino to get lifetime achievement award from the Screen Actors Guild
Al Pacino has been named the next recipient of the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award. The 86-year-old star of "Dog Day Afternoon," "Scent of a Woman" and a trilogy of "Godfather" films is the 62nd actor to receive the highest honor handed out by the Screen Actors Guild -American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.
Prince Harry and Meghan cheered as they make first joint appearances since returning to UK
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan appeared together in a trio of charity visits Thursday, their first joint public appearance since moving back to England, as they seek to rebuild their brand in Britain after walking away from royal duties six years ago.
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3 weeks ago in Features
Fat Bear Week opens for Alaska’s heavyweight crown. Can Chunk, the 1,200-pound champ, win again?
After a summer spent packing away sockeye salmon, Alaska's heftiest brown bears are ready to throw their weight around. Online voting began Tuesday for Fat Bear Week, the annual contest that pits the rotund residents of Katmai National Park and Preserve against each other for the title of most oversized ursine.
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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…
Want to See “Dancing with the Stars LIVE” at JPJ? We’ve Got Your Tickets!
Have you dreamt of seeing “Dancing with the Stars” LIVE and in person? Now’s your chance to witness amazing dance…
Enjoy the Fall Festivities at Fairview Fun Farm–Register to Win HERE!
Enjoy the pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides and scavenger hunts, slides, swings, corn cribs, the corn maze and even barnyard…
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Register NOW to Win a Pair of Tickets to See “Annie The Musical.” at Court Square Theater
Court Square Theater in Harrisonburg presents “Annie The Musical” at matinee and evening shows on October 10th–a show that’s great…
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23 minutes ago in Community, Fall Guide, Local
Local coffeeshops to visit in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County Fall 2026
Fall is here and so are fall-themed food and beverages.
Shenandoah Valley Forecast: Freeze Watch Saturday night
HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – A strong cold front will move through the Shenandoah Valley on today, bringing the potential…
4 hours ago in Community, Local
Meet Your New Best Friend: RHSPCA heads to Charlottesville
The RHSPCA will be in Charlottesville on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 1–3 pm and November 14, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. at PetSmart at Hollymead in Charlottesville.
5 hours ago in Local, Roads & Traffic
Pavement replacement to impact portion of Water Street Parking Deck in Harrisonburg
The City of Harrisonburg will close a drive aisle and some parking areas on the lower level of the Water Street Parking Deck beginning at 5 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, for pavement replacement.
5 hours ago in Community, Local
Former Eastern Mennonite University President Dr. Myron S. Augsburger passes away
Eastern Mennonite University is mourning the death of Dr. Myron S. Augsburger, who served as the university’s fifth president from 1965 to 1980.
5 hours ago in Agriculture, Local, Weather
Freeze Watch in effect until Sunday morning
A Freeze Watch has been issued until October 18 at 8:00AM by the National Weather Service.
