Virginia Tornado Outbreak Marks State's Worst On Record
On this date in 1993 Virginia faced an intense five hour outbreak totaling 18 tornadoes, the largest and most destructive in state history. The event left widespread damage and prompted emergency responses across multiple counties and communities.
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Weather forecast for major regions shows storm risk
Rain and strong thunderstorms develop north of a frontal boundary from the Central Plains to the Southeast. Additional storms are expected from the Ohio Valley to the Mid Atlantic, while a cold front brings active weather to the Upper Midwest.
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Janesville digs for 1947 missing girl case
Investigators on Monday opened a dig in an empty Janesville lot chasing new tips in the 1947 disappearance of Georgia Jean Weckler from a Jefferson County farm. Canine units aided as crews shovel by shovel search into darkness, with long effort expected to resume Tuesday.
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Brodhead mural debut to highlightFestival weekend events
Elmer anticipates a 12 by 32 foot mural unveiling at First Center Avenue and Exchange Street at 12 30 p m Saturday as part of Brodhead s mural project. The event follows music and a disc jockey show starting at 11 30 a m with local residents involved in planning. The town hosts its Third Annual Wildflower Art Festival at Veteran s Park plus a garden tractor expo and antique displays with free family activities and a noon parade on Sunday.
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Monroe considers financing options for parking ramp project
City officials discuss long term bonds, trust fund loans, and tax money to fund the downtown parking ramp. A 20-year bond of 1 million would cost about 54 000 to 58 000 annually, with Rath advising waiting until next year after recent wastewater plant bonding. A public meeting at 4 30 pm Aug 6 at the Monroe Public Library will present Joe Lawniczak s rendering for a possible surface lot to replace the ramp.
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