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Despite fire, some in Big Sur refuse to evacuateAssociated Press - July 3, 2008 7:43 PM ET BIG SUR, Calif. (AP) - An explosive wildfire is ravaging the hillsides above Big Sur, California, leaving the popular tourist region mostly deserted...
Military: Freed American hostages in good shapeAssociated Press - July 3, 2008 5:03 PM ET FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas (AP) - Military officials say three U.S. hostages rescued from leftist guerrillas in Colombia are in good condition.
Nebraska Beef Ltd. recall now 5.3 million poundsAssociated Press - July 3, 2008 9:23 PM ET OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Nebraska Beef Limited is expanding a recall announced earlier this week.
The recall now includes all 5.3 million pounds of...
Virginia senator urges new national speed limitAssociated Press - July 3, 2008 8:53 PM ET WASHINGTON (AP) - Is it time to return to the 55 mile-per-hour speed limit?
Republican Senator John Warner of Virginia is suggesting a...
Henderson News
Monticello Gets Tourism Boost
President Bush's visit is bringing new attention to the house that Thomas Jefferson built. Monticello says all of the coverage is putting them on the map.
Preparation in Full Swing at Monticello
Monticello is preparing for the big presidential visit. Crews have spent the better part of the past two days setting up thousands of chairs on the lawn.
Fireworks Rules Differ in City and County
Thousands will watch across the city as fireworks shoot up from Charlottesville's McIntire Park on Friday.
Camp Unali Offers Relaxation for Cancer Survivors
Hospital visits, chemotherapy and medication can rob a child of months, even years, of valuable time just being a kid.
Special Sessions Getting Expensive
The Virginia General Assembly has been through a regular session and a special session and still not solved a billion dollar transportation shortfall.
Kroger Beef Recall
Kroger is voluntarily recalling ground beef products in more than 20 states, including Virginia. The Ohio-based grocery chain says the meat might be contaminated with e-coli.
School Project Bids Lower Than Expected
The soft economy has been tough on contractors and construction workers but central Virginia school districts, and your children, might benefit from it.
Nelson County Man Facing Drug Charges
Over 100 marijuana plants found by the Rockfish River have landed a Nelson County man in trouble with the law.
Charlottesville Boards and Commissions Application Deadline
Thursday was the deadline to submit an application for a host of positions on Charlottesville boards and commissions.
Heavy Traffic for July 4 Expected
VDOT has a plan to combat traffic congestion during the biggest event in Central Virginia on July 4: the president's visit at Monticello.
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