Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Families caring for children with rare and complex conditions gathered at Deep Run Park Sunday for the Halloween Hustle 5K and Kids Run to support Better2gether programs — the event featured races, refreshments, games and a dunk tank.
🏛️ Government
Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced that pink-dyed diesel (a tax-exempt fuel normally used off-road) will soon be allowed on state highways to boost fuel supplies amid rising prices.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed an executive directive lifting restrictions on red-dye diesel for public road use — typically reserved for farming equipment — through Dec.
31 to ease rising fuel costs. The temporary change aims to reduce pressure on drivers and industries.
🏥 Health
Former NFL offensive lineman Damien Woody (an Ashland native) shared his health scare over the weekend when a colonoscopy led to removal of his appendix and part of his colon at Morristown Medical Center, urging fans to get regular checkups.
🏈 Sports
NASCAR star Denny Hamlin is chasing his first Cup Series championship this season after earning four wins and a strong points lead at Richmond Raceway.
He has deep ties to Virginia auto racing (growing up near the track) and continues to draw local support in every race.
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