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A tragic shooting in Richmond County has left two young children critically injured after a child found an unsecured gun, according to the sheriff's office. Heavy rain is expected throughout the day with highs near 95 degrees, so plan indoor activities accordingly. The NHRA Nationals kick off Friday at Rockingham Dragway, and Independence Day weekend festivities begin Thursday with Plaza Jam in Rockingham.

1. SUN 7/05

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   Heavy rain
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2. MON 7/06

                
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   Overcast
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3. TUE 7/07

                
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   Overcast
   95°75°
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4. WED 7/08

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   Light drizzle
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5. THU 7/09

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6. FRI 7/10

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7. SAT 7/11

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8. SUN 7/12

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9. MON 7/13

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10. TUE 7/14

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• NHRA Nationals at The Rock - Friday
  FRI 9/25 · 03:30 · Rockingham Dragway
• NHRA Nationals at The Rock - Saturday
  SAT 9/26 · 03:30 · Rockingham Dragway
• NHRA Nationals at The Rock - Sunday
  SUN 9/27 · 03:30 · Rockingham Dragway

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