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Sweaty corn is making it even more humid
Corn sweat is the process by which corn plants release moisture into the air to stay cool, and it brings the Midwest a surge in humidity every summer.
It's official, the census says: Gay male couples like San Francisco. Lesbians like the Berkshires
Gay male couples tend to gravitate toward big cities, while lesbian couples prefer more pastoral smaller cities or towns, according to figures from the 2020 census.
They walked away from a Missouri cult. Now they’re warning anyone who’ll listen.
The reemergence of Anthony Merseal in Festus, a town south of St. Louis, is making former followers nervous. They've started a public campaign.
GETTING THERE: Update on Stafford roundabout project set
Stafford County plans to build a roundabout at a busy intersection and will host an informational meeting to provide an update on the project.
Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for September 2
Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.
Watch: Newborn rattlesnakes at Colorado 'mega den' are making their live debut
A “mega den” of hundreds of rattlesnakes in Colorado is getting even bigger now that late summer is here and babies are being born.
Grieving, angry Israelis take to streets, demand cease-fire with Hamas
Israel’s largest trade union called a strike Monday following the deaths of six hostages in the Gaza Strip. The Histadrut represents some 800,000 workers in health care, transportation and banking.
Paying to get your own cash: Some big retailers charge for cash-back requests, federal agency finds
Many retailers offer the option to get cash back when you make a purchase, but some charge a fee for that convenience. Economically vulnerable families may be hit hardest.
Rep. Schiff on hostages killed: 'These sons of bitches who did this ought to be hunted down'
On "State of the Union," CNN's Dana Bash is joined by Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA), who discusses learning that the bodies of six hostages held by Hamas, including an Israeli-American, were recovered from an underground tunnel in Gaza, according to Israel’s military.
Hamas Makes Israel Pay for West Bank Raids? 6 More Israeli Hostage Bodies Found In Rafah
In a dramatic escalation, Hamas has reportedly intensified its response to Israeli military actions in the West Bank, with the latest blow being the discovery of six Israeli hostages' bodies in Rafah. These hostages were brutally murdered shortly before Israeli forces could reach them. The r…
In Nebraska towns where VP candidate Tim Walz grew up, local reaction to him is mixed
Democratic vice presidential nomineeMinnesota Gov. Tim Walz has touted his Nebraska roots and values. In the Nebraska towns where Walz was raised, not everyone is ready to claim him.
Journalist gives background on bodies of 6 hostages recovered
Israel’s military said it recovered the bodies of six hostages killed by Hamas militants in Gaza – including an Israeli-American captive. Journalist Elliot Gotkine gives insight into each hostage.
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Veterans and first responders share stories
Open house will focus on fun, Food Bank mission
Event spotlights the work the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank does with about 150 community partners.
Local News
GETTING THERE: Update on Stafford roundabout project set
Stafford County plans to build a roundabout at a busy intersection and will host an informational meeting to provide an update on the project.
Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for September 2
Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.
Once controversial Spotsylvania solar facility running smooth after four years online
There was a lot of noise in 2018 and 2019 when a massive solar facility was proposed for rural western Spotsylvania County.
Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for September 1
Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.
UVa changes policies in wake of pro-Palestine protest
“It was purposeful that all of this was done in the darkness of summer when faculty are on hiatus, and they dump them on faculty right before classes start.”
Pipeline rupture caused by manufacturer's defect, Mountain Valley Pipeline report says
The failure in May happened on Bent Mountain during pressure testing before the pipeline went into operation.
Virginia plant linked to deadly outbreak broke food safety rules dozens of times, records show
Inspections at the plant have been suspended and it will remain closed “until the establishment is able to demonstrate it can produce safe product,” federal officials said.
Kennedy on Virginia ballot, but West disqualified
Independent candidate Cornel West did not qualify for the presidential ballot in Virginia, but Robert F. Kennedy Jr. did, despite suspending his campaign and supporting former President Donald Trump.
Sweaty corn is making it even more humid
Corn sweat is the process by which corn plants release moisture into the air to stay cool, and it brings the Midwest a surge in humidity every summer.
It's official, the census says: Gay male couples like San Francisco. Lesbians like the Berkshires
Gay male couples tend to gravitate toward big cities, while lesbian couples prefer more pastoral smaller cities or towns, according to figures from the 2020 census.
They walked away from a Missouri cult. Now they’re warning anyone who’ll listen.
The reemergence of Anthony Merseal in Festus, a town south of St. Louis, is making former followers nervous. They've started a public campaign.
Watch: Newborn rattlesnakes at Colorado 'mega den' are making their live debut
A “mega den” of hundreds of rattlesnakes in Colorado is getting even bigger now that late summer is here and babies are being born.
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Crime
Stafford man indicted in Spotsylvania on racketeering charge involving an auto sale
Brandon Eugene Morton, 32, was arrested Thursday on a charge of participating in racketeering. He had been indicted earlier this month by a Spotsylvania County grand jury.
Stafford man arrested Friday after allegedly trying to run over woman with a U-Haul
A man who allegedly tried to run over a woman on a Fredericksburg walking trail Thursday was taken into custody Friday in Stafford, police said.
Fake gun, fake argument lead to real arrest for Caroline High student Wednesday
A Caroline High School student was placed in detention Wednesday following an incident that turned out to be horseplay involving a toy gun, police said.
Stafford man, a former Marine, facing federal prison time for child p*rnography conviction
A Stafford resident is facing a mandatory minimum of five years in federal prison after being convicted Monday of receiving and possessing child sexual abuse material.
Politics
Deal sealed to extend passenger rail in Southwest, Northern Virginia
Virginia has approved a deal with Norfolk Southern Corp. to extend passenger rail service to the New River Valley and expand commuter rail options in Northern Virginia, while saving the state time and money.
License of Virginia pediatrician suspended for comments including desire to have sex with newborn
Among the complaints: The doctor commented on a mother’s “amazing boobs” during a discussion about breastfeeding and told the mother of an 18-year-old patient that he needed to “get laid.”
Staff departures, more reviews of business tax returns caused backlog in corporate refunds
A trend of more corporate tax returns needing more intensive review and departures of top tax department experts delayed refunds to businesses.
Fantasy sports could be Virgina's next battle over gaming
A fast-growing corner of the booming gambling business wants more Virginia regulation — and for at least some companies, to be taxed.