Roddy Scheer: What is firescaping, and what’s the connection with native plants?
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Firescaping involves designing a landscape to fireproof a property while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
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Charlottesville Police seek public’s help identifying suspect in firearm robbery
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The Charlottesville Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a suspect in relation to a stolen firearm.
Harrisonburg to purchase property for new fire station; expected to open in 2025
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Harrisonburg will soon be home to a new fire station to improve service and reduce response times in the northern part of the city.
Bill would provide firefighters who are veterans VA benefits for career-related illnesses
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U.S. firefighters are more likely to suffer certain diseases and illnesses as a result of their career and experience higher rates of cancer.
Final update issued on Matts Creek fire; full containment reached on Monday
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The incident management team for the Matts Creek fire reported full containment late Monday. They have handed command of the fire to a smaller team.
Virginia man arrested following overnight barricade situation involving firearm
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A man has been arrested by Norfolk Police following an hours long barricade situation in the 8800 block of Semmes Avenue.
Shenandoah National Park reopens trails affected by Quaker Run Fire
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Shenandoah National Park has reopened all trails in the Rapidan Camp area previously closed due to the Quaker Run Fire.
Verizon Frontline supports wildfire response efforts in Virginia
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The Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team recently completed a deployment in support of the more than 200 first responders responsible for battling the Quaker Run Fire.
Virginia drug trafficker sentenced for fentanyl, heroin, firearm possession
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A Midlothian man was sentenced today to five years in prison for possessing a fentanyl and heroin mixture in addition to unlawfully possessing a firearm.
National Weather Service: Elevated risk of wildfires in Virginia, neighboring states
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The National Weather Service has issued a weather statement for Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland and D.C. due to an elevated risk for the spread of wildfires.
