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A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters
The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Ketamine Queen’ gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed him
A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling "Friends" star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100
Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to it to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip and soak in its neon lights, kitschy motels and attractions, and culinary offerings.
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Harrisonburg Vice Mayor Dany Fleming endorses Tom Perriello for Congress
Harrisonburg Vice Mayor Dany Fleming has announced his endorsement for Tom Perriello for Congress.
3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Harrisonburg Police SWAT team training on East Rock Street Friday afternoon
Officials say there will be marked and unmarked police vehicles on location during this time, as well as numerous department personnel.
3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Waynesboro police officer found guilty of felony assault
One of the two Waynesboro Police officers who were accused of on-duty crimes last year was found guilty on one of the two charges he faced.
4 hours ago in Local
HCPS shares statistics in graduation outcomes for historically marginalized student groups
According to a release, as part of its ongoing Strategic Plan (2020–2026), HCPS has placed equity at the center of its work.
6 hours ago in Agriculture, Local
Prescribed burning takes places near Hone Quarry and Briery Branch Reservoirs this weekend
The North River Ranger District is planning prescribed burns today through Sunday, April 12 near Hone Quarry and Briery Branch Reservoirs.
10 hours ago in Local
Trump to visit Charlottesville on Friday
For the first time in over a decade, the President is visiting Charlottesville.
