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Well-known Asheville music tradition returns in a sign of hopefulness after Helene
Read full article: Well-known Asheville music tradition returns in a sign of hopefulness after HeleneA well-known Asheville musical tradition has returned in a sign of hopefulness a week after Helene battered the mountain city.
Hurricane Helene temporarily knocked out severe weather radars in Jacksonville, NWS had to go to backup
Read full article: Hurricane Helene temporarily knocked out severe weather radars in Jacksonville, NWS had to go to backupHurricane Helene knocked out power to 4.5 million Americans across the lower South Eastern U.S., leaving the National Weather Service stranded.
Search crews with cadaver dogs wade through muck of communities ‘wiped off the map’ by Helene
Read full article: Search crews with cadaver dogs wade through muck of communities ‘wiped off the map’ by HeleneRescuers are scouring the mountains of western North Carolina for anyone still unaccounted for since Hurricane Helene’s remnants caused catastrophic damage across the Southeast.
AT&T reaches tentative agreement with union to end work stoppage in Florida
Read full article: AT&T reaches tentative agreement with union to end work stoppage in FloridaAT&T announced that it reached a tentative agreement with the Communications Workers of America in District 3 in the Southeast, bringing the work stoppage to an end Monday morning.
South Carolina governor signs into law ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors
Read full article: South Carolina governor signs into law ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minorsSouth Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has signed into law a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors.
New owner says Sun-Ray Cinema lease has expired, won’t be renewed
Read full article: New owner says Sun-Ray Cinema lease has expired, won’t be renewedDespite pushback from the community when the sale was announced, the new owner of the building that houses Sun-Ray Cinema says the decades-old theater’s lease has expired and won’t be renewed.
Biden administration restores threatened species protections dropped by Trump
Read full article: Biden administration restores threatened species protections dropped by TrumpThe Biden administration has restored rules to protect imperiled plants and animals that had been rolled back under former President Donald Trump.
Body of canoer missing since Saturday in St. Johns County found 7 miles from where he was last seen
Read full article: Body of canoer missing since Saturday in St. Johns County found 7 miles from where he was last seenVolunteers will head back out on the water Tuesday to search for a missing canoer who was last seen Saturday morning.
Temperatures expected to plunge into mid-40s this weekend in first cold snap of the season
Read full article: Temperatures expected to plunge into mid-40s this weekend in first cold snap of the seasonAn early cold snap will see temperatures drop dramatically across the Nation and into the Southeast by the weekend,
Biden administration moves to restore endangered species protections dropped by Trump
Read full article: Biden administration moves to restore endangered species protections dropped by TrumpThe Biden administration has proposed new rules for protecting imperiled plants and animals as officials move to reverse changes under former President Donald Trump that weakened application of the Endangered Species Act.
DEA agent says mass overdoses continue to be problem in Southern Georgia
Read full article: DEA agent says mass overdoses continue to be problem in Southern GeorgiaThe Atlanta DEA division on Wednesday spoke about the latest drug threats and trends impacting Southeastern Georgia, including stealthy ways dealers are smuggling narcotics.
One tank trip to MegaCon next weekend
Read full article: One tank trip to MegaCon next weekendMEGACON is the Southeast’s ultimate comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming convention bringing together fans for four days of celebrity encounters and endless programming at the Orange County Convention Center on Thursday, May 19 to Sunday, May 22, 2022. Guests can also experience family-friendly programming, shopping, workshops, enhanced anime programming, cosplay contests, video game tournaments, and immersive attractions
Muscogee return South nearly 200 years after forced removal
Read full article: Muscogee return South nearly 200 years after forced removalNative Americans whose ancestors were forced out of the Southeast almost 200 years ago are back for a festival with a name that sums up its purpose: “We have come back.”.
Umbrella Days are returning to Jacksonville
Read full article: Umbrella Days are returning to JacksonvilleWednesday similar to Tuesday, generally nice, until the mid-afternoon hours as just west of Jacksonville, afternoon and evening downpours with rumbles of thunder possible. Highs on Wednesday a little cooler as clouds and a stronger sea breeze will keep afternoon temperatures maxing out in the 80s.
Pipeline operator says ‘normal operations’ have resumed
Read full article: Pipeline operator says ‘normal operations’ have resumedThe operator of the nation’s largest gasoline pipeline that was hit with a ransomware cyberattack says it has resumed normal operations and is now delivering millions of gallons of fuel per hour.
Colonial Pipeline initiates restart, will take days for deliveries to return to normal
Read full article: Colonial Pipeline initiates restart, will take days for deliveries to return to normalThe Colonial Pipeline initiated the restart of its operations Wednesday at 5 p.m., but a news release notes that “it will take several days for the product delivery supply chain to return to normal.”
Drivers wait in lines at Southeast gas stations after pipeline hack leads to distribution problems, panic-buying
Read full article: Drivers wait in lines at Southeast gas stations after pipeline hack leads to distribution problems, panic-buyingDrivers waited in long lines at gas stations in the Southeast on Wednesday after a hack of the nation’s largest fuel pipeline led to distribution problems and panic-buying, draining supplies at thousands of gas stations.
Strong to severe storms possible making Thursday a Weather Alert Day
Read full article: Strong to severe storms possible making Thursday a Weather Alert DayJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A low-pressure will track across the Southeast, driving a potent squall line across the area through the afternoon and early evening hours, exiting over the Atlantic around sunset. WARM AND WINDY WITH SEVERE STORMS POTENTIAL THURSDAY AFTERNOON/EVENING. Weather Authority Alert: Noon-7 p.m. A low-pressure will track across the SE US, driving a potent squall line across the area through the afternoon, early evening hours, exiting the Atlantic around sunset. The squall line and storm arrival around noon along I-75, 2p along I-95, with SW wind increasing to 20 to 30 mph with peak gusts of 40 to 45 mph. Scattered storms with isolated tornadoes possible across SE GA. Clearing and cooler overnight.
Weekend outlook: Keep your umbrella handy
Read full article: Weekend outlook: Keep your umbrella handyJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you had big plans this weekend, you may need to include an umbrella. Friday’s forecast eases us into a wetter weather pattern with a few rounds of showers, especially in the afternoon and evening hours. It will not rain the entire weekend, but we will have to dodge a few rounds of rain. A cold front will sag through the Southeast on Friday, making for early chances for showers in Southeastern Georgia on Friday. The rain is expect to be done Sunday night, with temperatures dipping down into the chilly 40s.
Coliseum of Comics New Location! | River City Live
Read full article: Coliseum of Comics New Location! | River City LiveOrlando-based Coliseum of Comics, the largest comics and collectibles retailer in the Southeast, announced today that, effective immediately, it has purchased and will be assuming operations of the former Borderlands Comics & Games in Jacksonville. The move will bring the number of stores in the Coliseum chain to nine. According to Phil Boyle, President of the Coliseum chain, the new ownership will mean an expanded selection of merchandise and back issues in the revamped location at 10230 Atlantic Blvd, which will be renamed Coliseum of Comics Jacksonville Arlington. “Borderlands has a long and storied history in Jacksonville and we’re thrilled to be bringing this location into the Coliseum family,” Phil Boyle, owner of Coliseum of Comics said. For more information, interviews, or graphics, contact Coliseum PR Rep Moshi by phone at 407-761-2732 or e-mail at moshi@coliseumofcomics.com.
Chilly holiday weekend forecast
Read full article: Chilly holiday weekend forecastJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The forecast for the long weekend calls for long sleeves- at the very least. Frost is possible over inland areas, but the elevated overnight winds make frost less likely. Saturday starts out in the cold upper 30s. Expect mostly sunny skies and temperatures only climbing into the mid 50s despite mostly sunny skies. Expect lighter winds and mostly sunny skies, with afternoon temperatures only climbing into the mid 50s.
Forestview Pop Warner team caps off perfect season with title game shutout
Read full article: Forestview Pop Warner team caps off perfect season with title game shutoutHours after one area team claimed a Pop Warner football championship, another one followed. The mitey mite Forestview Outlaws beat the Sarasota Sun Devils 19-0 to win the Mid-America/Southeast championship on Wednesday in Winter Garden. The Outlaws beat Sarasota 39-8 in the regional championship. COVID-19 forced the cancellation of the full Pop Warner Super Bowl and moved what championships were left out of Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex. Instead of a traditional Super Bowl which includes qualifiers from eight regions across the country, only two regions played this year.
Westside Wildcats wrap up perfect season with another Pop Warner championship
Read full article: Westside Wildcats wrap up perfect season with another Pop Warner championshipThe Westside Wildcats ended another season with a win, this one a 25-0 rout of the Fort Myers Firecats on Wednesday in St. Knox Annis, CJ Barnes, Ty Keister and Za’khari Greene were all responsible for touchdowns in the championship game win. The Wildcats won the junior peewee Pop Warner Super Bowl in 2019 and the Division I championship in 2018. COVID-19 forced the cancellation of the full Pop Warner Super Bowl and moved what championships were left out of Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex. Instead of a traditional Super Bowl which includes qualifiers from eight regions across the country, only two regions played this year.
Zeta soaks Southeast after swamping Gulf Coast; 6 dead
Read full article: Zeta soaks Southeast after swamping Gulf Coast; 6 deadHurricane Zeta passed through Wednesday with a tidal surge that caused the boat to become unmoored. In Atlanta and New Orleans, drivers dodged trees in roads and navigated intersections without traffic signals. John Bel Edwards said the state sustained “catastrophic” damage on Grand Isle in Jefferson Parish, where Zeta punched three breaches in the levee. Edwards ordered the Louisiana National Guard to fly in soldiers to assist with search and rescue efforts and urged continued caution. Zeta was the 27th named storm of a historically busy year with more than a month left in the Atlantic hurricane season.
Tropical Storm Arthur passes close to Cape Hatteras
Read full article: Tropical Storm Arthur passes close to Cape HatterasJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Tropical Storm Arthur crawled closer to the North Carolina coast early Monday, amid threats of some minor flooding and rough seas as the system moves off the Southeast seaboard. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami issued a tropical storm warning for North Carolina’s Outer Banks on Sunday. | Prepare for hurricane seasonTropical Storm Arthur formed Saturday evening off the Florida coast as the first named storm of the 2020 hurricane season. Early this week, Tropical Storm Arthur is forecast to move generally northeastward over the western Atlantic and likely pass near Bermuda. The full 11 a.m. Monday statement from the NHC:“At 1100 AM EDT (1500 UTC), the center of Tropical Storm Arthur was located near latitude 35.1 North, longitude 75.2 West.
Hurricane Dorian moves north, swipes parts of South Georgia
Read full article: Hurricane Dorian moves north, swipes parts of South GeorgiaHurricane Dorian gained a bit of strength as it moved away from Jacksonville and tracked up the Southeast seaboard off Georgia's coast. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Hurricane Dorian moves north, swipes parts of South Georgia
Read full article: Hurricane Dorian moves north, swipes parts of South GeorgiaGeorgia Power said about 2,800 homes and businesses were without power Wendesday evening in coastal areas of Georgia. In 2017, Hurricane Irma howled into St. Marys, decimating the city's docks and boat ramp. Affected by both Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Irma, St. Marys was prepared for Dorian. As of the 8 p.m. advisory Wednesday from the National Hurricane Center, the storm was moving north-northwest at 8 mph. The center of the storm was about 130 miles south of Charleston, South Carolina.
NAS Jacksonville expected to reopen Thursday after damage assessment
Read full article: NAS Jacksonville expected to reopen Thursday after damage assessmentNAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. - NAS Jacksonville will recall some essential personnel at noon Thursday to begin to reopen base facilities. All normal operations at NAS Jacksonville will resume by noon Friday. As of 5 p.m. Wednesday, Naval Base Mayport was still doing preliminary inspections, looking for possible damage and working to restore normal operations. NAS Jax closedBecause of deteriorating weather forecast relating to Hurricane Dorian, the Naval Air Station Jacksonville Commanding Officer ordered the closure of NAS Jacksonville to non-essential personnel beginning at 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2. Aircraft evacuatedIn preparation for Hurricane Dorian, aircraft at Naval Air Station Jacksonville and Naval Station Mayport have been ordered to evacuate.
Back to school: Camden county students return to security upgrades, new teachers
Read full article: Back to school: Camden county students return to security upgrades, new teachersCAMDEN COUNTY, Ga. - Camden County students and faculty head back-to-school Friday in Southeast, Georgia. Over the summer, the district made a number of changes that parents and students will notice - including everything from renovations to security. The district says Mary Lee Clark Elementary and Camden Middle School both underwent major renovations over the summer. New security doors were installed in every Camden County school. She begins her first day of teaching in the Peach State on Friday and said shes determined to make her incoming students feel at ease.