SUMMARY: In the CSRA, summer heat can be intense, with different National Weather Service (NWS) offices issuing heat advisories based on varying criteria. NWS Columbia covers counties like Lincoln and Aiken, issuing heat advisories at heat indexes of 108-112°F for 2+ hours and warnings at 113°F. NWS Charleston uses the same criteria for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale. Meanwhile, NWS Peachtree City/Atlanta covers Wilkes and others, with advisories starting at 105-109°F and warnings at 110°F. These thresholds provide early warnings, helping residents prepare and stay safe from heat-related illnesses. Stay informed and protect yourself this summer.

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SUMMARY: A Cherokee County family is reeling after enduring two devastating disasters within months. First, a fire destroyed a building filled with tools and memorabilia, crippling Shane Laminack’s handyman business. Then, a lightning-struck tree crashed into their longtime home, piercing the bedroom and living room just after his wife had gotten up, narrowly avoiding injury. The uninsured home is now uninhabitable. By day, the family salvages photos and keepsakes, including those of their late daughter. By night, they sleep in a tent or stay with friends. Despite the hardships, community support has offered them hope as they begin to rebuild.

A Cherokee County family is devastated after two disasters in just a few months. First a fire destroyed a building filled with tools and memorabilia.

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SUMMARY: A man impersonating a police officer fatally shot Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband at their Brooklyn Park home, and wounded State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife in a separate attack. Authorities identified the suspect as 57-year-old Vance Boelter and described the shootings as targeted political violence. A fake police SUV and a manifesto listing multiple lawmakers were found. Statewide “No Kings” protests were canceled after related flyers were discovered. Governor Tim Walz and others condemned the attacks. A manhunt is underway, and federal agencies, including the FBI, are involved. Both victims were prominent Democratic legislators.

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