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Brewers fans flood Milwaukee streets for a long-awaited World Series victory celebration
It was only fitting that the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their first World Series title with a beer-soaked celebration worthy of their name. "We've had way too many parade beers," team captain and designated hitter Christian Yelich said Friday at a rally that capped a daylong party with fans.
20 hours ago in National, Trending
Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election
Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.
2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Make no bones about it, the giant skeleton has become an American Halloween fixture
It reared its bony head in 2020, during that first, chaotic pandemic year that was rife with grief and fear but also toilet paper hoarding and questionable lockdown-inspired purchases. Behold Skelly, the 12-foot, 90-pound skeleton with glowing LCD eyeballs, on sale for $299 from Home Depot, just in time for Halloween — at least, if you can get your hands on one.
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5 days ago in Features, Trending
‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition
When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, "Farmer Mike," also known as the "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers."
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9 minutes ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Shenandoah County classified as certified crime prevention community
Sheriff Tim Carter reports that the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Committee voted to approve the historic certification this week in Richmond.
Cooler this weekend with clouds and sunshine
Conditions should be good for all the trick or treaters this evening, although it will be cool.
6 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports
Area High School Football Scoreboard – Friday, 10/30
Area High School Football Scoreboard - Friday, 10/30
12 hours ago in Local, Weather
Cooler this weekend with partly cloudy skies
Halloween will bring lower temperatures and some clouds.
14 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
What is the process for getting a speed limit changed? | Rocktown Now Crime Report
Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson answers the question what is the process for getting a speed limit changed with the help of VDOT.
15 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Staunton Police seeking information to identify individuals involved in several larcenies
The Staunton Police Department is attempting to identify three individuals involved in several larcenies.
