The VMI men’s track and field team posted strong results at the John Weaver Invitational despite rainy conditions on April 25. Several athletes achieved personal bests as they look forward to competing in the Southern Conference Outdoor Championships.

Enrollment in Highland County schools increased by 5.8% in the 2025-26 school year, according to the Virginia Department of Education.

These former Central Shenandoah area high school standouts will be active on Sunday, April 26.

The VMI women’s track and field team started well at App State’s John Weaver Invitational, highlighted by wins from Morgan Fraser and multiple personal records from other athletes. The Keydets will continue competing on Saturday.

The VMI men’s track and field team started strong at App State’s John Weaver Invitational on April 24, achieving several top finishes across multiple events including pole vault and steeplechase. The competition continues Saturday.

VMI Baseball lost to High Point University after mounting a late-game comeback effort but falling short by two runs. Grayson Fitzwater tied his own school record for home runs while Owen Prince extended his on-base streak.

James Madison University softball won both games of its doubleheader against Georgia State to claim its final home series of the season. Key performances included strong pitching from Kirsten Fleet and multi-hit games from several players.

Saturday, April 25 will see these former Central Shenandoah area high school stars in competition.

A bill sponsored by State Del. Terry L. Austin that bans hotels from refusing stays to local guests for health or safety reasons has cleared both the Virginia House and Senate.

The VMI track and field teams will close out their regular season at Appalachian State’s John Weaver Invitational on April 24-25. Head Coach Zack Scott says building momentum ahead of conference championships is key.

James Madison University has added freshman guard Ashton “Ace” Meeks from DeMatha High School to its men’s basketball team. Head Coach Preston Spradlin praised Meeks’ abilities and accomplishments as he joins with four years of eligibility.

Rockbridge County schools enrolled 1,523 students in the 2025-26 school year, according to the Virginia Department of Education.

A bill led by Sen. Mark D. Obenshain to adjust Virginia’s medical malpractice damages cap has been approved by both the House and Senate.

James Madison University’s softball team has moved its upcoming Georgia State matchup from Saturday to a Friday doubleheader due to forecasted bad weather. Both games will be played at Veterans Memorial Park and streamed live.

VMI lacrosse will face Detroit Mercy on April 23 seeking its first playoff berth since 2022. A win secures a tournament spot while both teams enter after consecutive victories.

VMI Baseball heads to High Point for its final non-conference series of the season starting April 24. Both teams share matching records as they prepare for their first meeting since leaving the Big South Conference.

A bill from state Del. Justin Pence, requiring tradespeople to inform property owners about invasive plant species, has received approval from both the House and Senate.

These former Central Shenandoah area high school athletes are set to compete on Friday, April 24.

James Madison fell to Appalachian State by a score of 19-10 on April 18 at Veterans Memorial Park. The Dukes recorded strong individual performances but could not overcome early deficits as they suffered their sixth straight loss.

James Madison University’s women’s golf team ended its season placing tenth at the Sun Belt Conference Championship. Freshman Klára Sionková led individual performances while several underclassmen made notable contributions.