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Virginia Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Night results for July 12, 2024
The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at July 12, 2024, results for each game:. Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here. Pick 3. Night: 3-7-3, FB: 2. Day: 5-1-7, FB: 9. Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings...
Dangerously hot weather continues, storms possible: First Alert Day
The heat wave continues as it prompts another heat advisory on Tuesday.It is in effect from noon to 8 p.m. in several areas across central North Carolina. The highs will be in the mid-90s to around 100, and there is a storm risk in the afternoon.Record Heat in Raleigh Monday, Raleigh experienced its hottest July 15 on record.Download the ABC11 App and get weather updates and breaking news 24/7The previous high of 99 degrees was set back in 1997. The temperature at Raleigh-Durham International Airport reached triple digits Monday afternoon. This comes 10 days after Raleigh experienced its hottest day...
Winding Down! My last days of being a Promotions Intern
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — My time at WAVY-TV 10 is beginning to come to an end. This week we focused on what our final projects will be by next month. Time has flown by so fast and I have met an array of great, intelligent, outgoing, creative and like-minded individuals like myself. I always used to watch WAVY when I was a little boy with his grandmother, but actually having the opportunity to work there has been a surreal experience!
First Warning Forecast: Cranking up the heat through midweek
Meteorologist April Loveland's First Warning Forecast. Drier today, but temperatures will be on the rise. Highs will soar to the low 90s, with heat index values near 101°. There is a slight chance for a spotty afternoon shower or storm. Today, will not be a washout by any means.
Sunday is the start of some steamy days in the Heart of Virginia
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Sunday we really start to crank up the heat. As the ridge of heat really gets going, we'll make a run into the middle if not upper 90s across the area on our Sunday. It wouldn't shock me to see some backyards hit 100. The...
Six killed in traffic crashes on Va. highways during July 4 holiday
RICHMOND – Preliminary data indicates six individuals lost their lives in six traffic crashes during the five-day statistical counting period designated for the July 4, 2024, holiday. Of those who died, one was a pedestrian struck in a hit-and-run crash, four were drivers and one was a passenger. The fatal crashes took place in the City of Richmond and the counties of Bedford, Charles City, Henrico and Wythe counties. Two of the fatal crashes occurred in Bedford County. During the two-day statistical counting period for July 4, 2023, traffic crashes claimed seven lives on Virginia’s highways.*
Cameron Craddock Howe running as Independent for Ward I City Council seat
Lynchburg native Cameron Craddock Howe officially announced her entry into the race for the Ward I City Council seat on Tuesday, with the goal of succeeding Councilor and former Mayor MaryJane Dolan, who decided not to seek a third term after serving eight years on council. Howe will be running...
Virginia Tech Class of 2025 recruiting ranking soars after recent commitments
There have been a lot of things going right for the Virginia Tech football team recently, but right now the biggest success that head coach Brent Pry and his staff are having is with recruiting. They have made it a point to mend fences within the state of Virginia and they have done in the Class of 2025 with 10 of their 14 current commits from the Commonwealth.
Weekend Kicks Off with Earthquake Near North Carolina / Virginia Border
The weekend kicked off with an earthquake near the Virginia border in northern North Carolina early Saturday morning. According to USGS, at 5:44 am on Saturday morning, a magnitude 2.2 earthquake struck from a depth of 5.9 km near Sparta, North Carolina. The epicenter was located in the northwest corner of the state, just west of I-77 and north and west of Winston-Salem.
Roanoke Fire Marshal investigating cause of Grayson Ave NW residential fire
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)– Roanoke Fire-EMS responded to a residential fire on Grayson Ave NW early morning on Saturday, July 13. Although details remain limited at this time, crews were dispatched at 4:25 a.m. to the 1700 block of Grayson Ave. There were no injuries reported from the scene. The...
Remkes 'frames' tenure with Bertie Arts Council
Bertie County Arts Council President Susie Remkes stepped down from the BCAC Board last month after serving in various board positions over the past ten years. Prior to that, Remkes volunteered behind the scenes for the council. Her beginnings at the organization can be attributed to the Rev. Joe Cooper, who invited her to a BCAC Featured Artist reception years ago. ...
Cool things happening on the Shore this weekend
No Carnivals Scheduled this weekend. The Chincoteague Vol. Fireman’s Carnival will resume Friday July 19 and run each night except Sundaty through Saturday July 27. Eastern Shore Rural Health’s Express Care offering sick child pediatric appointments. Eastern Shore Rural Health’s Express Care is offering sick child pediatric appointments...
Dozens flock to Franklin County Trump store after assassination attempt
BOONES MILL, Va. (WDBJ) - News of the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump led to an influx of customers Saturday night at the Trump Town store in Boones Mill. Store owner Whitey Taylor said 60-70 customers went into his shop that has gained notoriety for its Trump-themed merchandise.
Pinpoint Weather: Hitting 100 then cooler with showers
After morning low temperatures in the 60s and 70s, Monday will be hot with near-record high temperatures in the 90s to around 100. Normal highs range for this week from around 82 to 89. This hot weather poses a health risk to those not acclimated to the heat, outdoor workers,...
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