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More sunshine and lower humidity Tuesday

Tuesday is also a much more comfortable day across the area, and that’s good news for all those kiddos heading back to school. We’ll start the morning in the 60s before temperatures climb into the mid to upper 80s during the afternoon. A few spots could still touch 90, but overall, it won’t have an oppressive feel. The lower humidity will make a noticeable difference. Sunny skies will dominate the weather game Tuesday, so just grab the backpack, throw on the shorts and short sleeves, and you’re good to go kiddos!ee

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Aftershock Rattles Alleghany County As Governor Cooper Visits

A magnitude 2.9 aftershock on Tuesday rattled the North Carolina town where a 5.1 earthquake on Sunday shook items from grocery store shelves and caused damage to homes and businesses, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

Powerful Derecho Leaves Path Of Devastation Across Midwest

A rare storm packing 100 mph winds and with power similar to an inland hurricane swept across the Midwest, blowing over trees, flipping vehicles, causing widespread property damage and leaving hundreds of thousands without power as it moved through Chicago and into Indiana and Michigan.

Apt Bible Passage At Catholic Mass Coincides With Earthquake

The Scripture quite literally came to life for several Catholic churches in North Carolina as a rare earthquake rattled portions of the state over the weekend.

Strongest NC Earthquake in 100 Years Rocks Carolinas

The 5.1-magnitude quake was the strongest shock to hit the Carolinas since 1916 and could be felt as far away as Chicago.

A Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Shook Sparta, North Carolina Around 8AM

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake occurred in Sparta, North Carolina around 8 a.m. on August 9th, according to a news release.

Hurricane Alpha? Amped Up Season Forecast, Names May Run Out

Already smashing records, this year’s hyperactive Atlantic hurricane season is about to get even nastier, forecasters predict. In the coming months, they expect to run out of traditional hurricane names and see about twice as much storm activity as a normal year.

Tropic Storm Isaias Whips Up Eastern US, Killing At Least 7

At least seven people were killed as Tropical Storm Isaias battered the U.S. East Coast with rain and fierce winds after making landfall as a hurricane in North Carolina. Millions of people were without power on Wednesday after felled trees downed power lines.