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Gulf Oil Rig Explodes off LA Coast

Posted: Sep 02, 2010 11:49 AM EDT Updated: Sep 02, 2010 11:50 AM EDT GRAND ISLE, La. (AP) - An offshore oil rig has exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, west of the site of the April blast that caused the

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Update: Man Wanted for Fleeing Arrested

Amherst Co., VA - Michael McIntosh was arrested in Lynchburg Thursday morning.

DMV Fully Operational, Hours Extended Video included

After being down for about a week, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles says their computers are now up and running.

Martinsville Has Top Jobless Rate in July

Associated Press - September 2, 2010 8:25 AM ET RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The city of Martinsville's jobless rate remained the highest in Virginia in July.

Body Found Along Road in Roanoke

Roanoke, VA - Roanoke Police are working to identify a body found on the side of the road early Thursday morning. Officers responded to the scene in the 400 block of Liberty Road about 6:45 a.m. The

League Says Kids Can't Cheer Video included

Lynchburg, VA - More fallout Wednesday from the eligibility requirements at the Central Virginia Youth Football League. We are told many kids who live in the city of Lynchburg have been kicked off their football or cheerleading teams just days before the first games.

Deputies Looking for Man Who Stole TVs From Bedford County Store Video included

Bedford County, VA - The Bedford County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man they say entered a CVS and walked out with two TVs.

First True Blue Award Given Video included

Lynchburg, VA -  A police organization thought so highly of one of their own, they created an award to honor him.

Lynchburg Teacher Welcomed Home from Iraq Video included

Lynchburg, VA - President Obama has now officially canceled combat operations in Iraq. Lynchburg-based National Guardsmen, who returned last week were some of the last combat soldiers to come home.

Visionary, Icon, Physician: Dr. Bill McCabe Remembered Video included

Forest, VA - His friends called him a visionary. Much of Central Virginia saw him as an icon. 80-year-old physician, Dr. Bill McCabe passed away Tuesday. His family chose not to talk at this time, but his friends are saying plenty about their friend and mentor. They say they looked up to him with great admiration and respect.

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Today's Forecast

Today's Forecast Image
  • 92°
  • 62°

Despite the approach of Hurricane Earl to the North Carolina Coast, the weather in our part of Virginia will remain hot and dry.  Sunshine will send temperatures into the 90s today and Friday, but much cooler air will arrive early Saturday morning.  Gusty breezes from the northwest will accompany the change to cooler and less humid air, and temperatures will drop down into the lower 80s over the Labor Day weekend.

7-Day Forecast: Lynchburg

Thursday
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  • 92°
  • 62°

Sunny and hot

Friday
Friday's Forecast Image
  • 95°
  • 61°

Sun and clouds, breezy

Saturday
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  • 81°
  • 55°

Sun and clouds, breezy

Sunday
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  • 78°
  • 53°

Mostly sunny, cooler

Monday
Monday's Forecast Image
  • 83°
  • 58°

Sunny

Tuesday
Tuesday's Forecast Image
  • 88°
  • 60°

Sunny

Wednesday
Wednesday's Forecast Image
  • 90°
  • 62°

Sunny

Currently in Lynchburg as of

  • 88° (Feels like 90°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: VRB @ 3 mph
  • Barometer: 30.05 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:48
  • Sunset: 19:44
  • Humidity: 45%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Roanoke

Thursday
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  • 92°
  • °

Clear

Friday
Friday's Forecast Image
  • 96°
  • 64°

Partly Cloudy

Saturday
Saturday's Forecast Image
  • 77°
  • 61°

Clear

Sunday
Sunday's Forecast Image
  • 79°
  • 51°

Clear

Monday
Monday's Forecast Image
  • 87°
  • 52°

Clear

Tuesday
Tuesday's Forecast Image
  • 89°
  • 61°

Clear

Wednesday
Wednesday's Forecast Image
  • 88°
  • 64°

Clear

Currently in Roanoke as of

  • 89° (Feels like 91°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: ESE @ 9 mph
  • Barometer: 30.06 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:51
  • Sunset: 19:47
  • Humidity: 41%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Danville

Thursday
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  • 92°
  • °

Clear

Friday
Friday's Forecast Image
  • 97°
  • 63°

Partly Cloudy

Saturday
Saturday's Forecast Image
  • 80°
  • 60°

Clear

Sunday
Sunday's Forecast Image
  • 82°
  • 50°

Clear

Monday
Monday's Forecast Image
  • 88°
  • 52°

Clear

Tuesday
Tuesday's Forecast Image
  • 91°
  • 61°

Partly Cloudy

Wednesday
Wednesday's Forecast Image
  • 92°
  • 63°

Partly Cloudy

Currently in Danville as of

  • 91° (Feels like 93°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: VRB @ 3 mph
  • Barometer: 30.02 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:49
  • Sunset: 19:44
  • Humidity: 38%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Virginia Tech Airport

Thursday
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  • 85°
  • °

Clear

Friday
Friday's Forecast Image
  • 91°
  • 59°

Partly Cloudy

Saturday
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  • 70°
  • 55°

Clear

Sunday
Sunday's Forecast Image
  • 74°
  • 46°

Clear

Monday
Monday's Forecast Image
  • 84°
  • 47°

Clear

Tuesday
Tuesday's Forecast Image
  • 86°
  • 57°

Clear

Wednesday
Wednesday's Forecast Image
  • 84°
  • 60°

Clear

Currently in Blacksburg as of

  • 88° (Feels like 91°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: ESE @ 8 mph
  • Barometer: 30.12 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:53
  • Sunset: 19:49
  • Humidity: 49%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Hot Springs

Thursday
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  • 82°
  • °

Clear

Friday
Friday's Forecast Image
  • 81°
  • 66°

Partly Cloudy

Saturday
Saturday's Forecast Image
  • 62°
  • 53°

Clear

Sunday
Sunday's Forecast Image
  • 66°
  • 49°

Clear

Monday
Monday's Forecast Image
  • 74°
  • 54°

Clear

Tuesday
Tuesday's Forecast Image
  • 79°
  • 63°

Clear

Wednesday
Wednesday's Forecast Image
  • 76°
  • 64°

Clear

Currently in Hot Springs as of

  • 81° (Feels like 81°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: NE @ 7 mph
  • Barometer: 30.24 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:50
  • Sunset: 19:47
  • Humidity: 42%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Martinsville

Thursday
Thursday's Forecast Image
  • 92°
  • °

Clear

Friday
Friday's Forecast Image
  • 94°
  • 66°

Cloudy

Saturday
Saturday's Forecast Image
  • 80°
  • 63°

Clear

Sunday
Sunday's Forecast Image
  • 81°
  • 49°

Clear

Monday
Monday's Forecast Image
  • 87°
  • 51°

Clear

Tuesday
Tuesday's Forecast Image
  • 93°
  • 60°

Clear

Wednesday
Wednesday's Forecast Image
  • 91°
  • 64°

Clear

Currently in Martinsville as of

  • 91° (Feels like 93°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: NE @ 5 mph
  • Barometer: 30.05 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:52
  • Sunset: 19:47
  • Humidity: 39%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

Regional Conditions

Lynchburg
88°
Roanoke
89°
Danville
91°
Blacksburg
88°
Hot Springs
81°
Martinsville
91°
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