Mel Gurtov: Cease fire in Gaza? Obstacles and opportunities for Israel, Hamas
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Appeals for a cease fire in Israel’s war with Hamas are growing louder.
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Fire Marshal: Burn ban issued in City of Waynesboro ‘until further notice’
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The City of Waynesboro has issued an open burning ban running from 5 p.m. tonight until further notice.
Crews fighting Matts Creek Fire in Bedford County: Burning on 15 acres, 0 percent contained
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Forty firefighters and support staff are working to get control of the Matts Creek Fire, which is burning on 15 acres south of the James River in Bedford County within the James River Face Wilderness on the Jefferson National Forest.
Staunton Fire & Rescue issues citywide burn ban due to drought conditions
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Staunton Fire & Rescue has responded to numerous brush and wood fires over the past week due in large part to the drought conditions in the region.
George Washington & Jefferson National Forest issues Stage 1 fire restriction order
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The USDA Forest Service is implementing a Stage 1 fire restriction in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest through Dec. 31.
Lack of rain fueling wildfires throughout Virginia; all outdoor burning should be delayed
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The Virginia Department of Forestry continues to battle several wildfires in central and southwest Virginia.
Suspect sought in alleged Augusta County road rage incident, assault with firearm
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Police are searching for a suspect in an alleged road rage incident that took place at 10:47 p.m. last night in Stuarts Draft.
Blue Ridge Parkway bans backcountry campfires due to increased fire risk
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Effective immediately, the Blue Ridge Parkway is temporarily banning backcountry campfires due to an increased danger of fire.
Shenandoah National Park closes Rapidan camp area, trails due to wildfire
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Shenandoah National Park has closed the Rapidan camp area near the eastern boundary in the central section of the park due to a wildfire.
Virginia man wanted for April incident involving firearm finally in police custody
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A Schuyler man wanted related to an April 6 incident involving a firearm and assault is in custody, according to an update from the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office posted today.
