Kara Thompson

Denver

Writer at Santa Barbara Life & Style Magazine

Contributing Home Writer at The Everygirl

Writer | ⭐️ In love with New York City, magazines & caramel lattes Instagram: karalynnthompson

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Articles

Pinpoint Weather: Warmer temperatures and hazy sunshine

4 days ago | yahoo.com | Kara Thompson

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — High pressure will continue to bring dry and warm weather to Southwest and Central Virginia through Wednesday. As a high-pressure system moves east of the region, warm southerly flow will increase. Temperatures will be summer-like on Tuesday and Wednesday. Afternoon highs will be in the upper 70s and 80s. Some haziness is anticipated as smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts southward.
Amending CIPA May Limit Litigation, Though Workarounds Possible

5 days ago | privacy-daily.com | Kara Thompson

SB-690 is making its way through the state legislature. It would eliminate wiretapping, pen register and trap-and-trace liabilities from online tracking technologies used for business. The California Senate could vote soon on the bill. A legislative committee cleared it for a floor vote on a 6-0 tally last week (see 2505230062).
Pinpoint Weather: Dry weather, warmer temperatures ahead

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Kara Thompson

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — High pressure will result in fair weather conditions across Southwest and Central Virginia for the next few days. There will be a chill in the air for Monday morning as temperatures start in the upper 30s and 40s. Plentiful sunshine will help temperatures rebound into the seasonably warm upper 60s and 70s. Some haziness is possible as smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts southward.
Pinpoint Weather: Mostly dry and quiet start to June

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kara Thompson

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — A few isolated showers and storms are possible on Saturday afternoon. Calmer and drier conditions are expected across Southwest and Central Virginia for the end of the weekend. A few fast-moving showers and storms may pass through Saturday afternoon. Otherwise, a mix of sun and clouds will be overhead. Wind gusts up to 40 mph are possible. Highs will range from the upper 60s to the 70s. Winds will diminish overnight. Expect a chilly Sunday morning.
11 Lake Vacation Ideas That Are Even Better Than the Beach

1 week ago | theeverygirl.com | Kara Thompson

Whenever I see a video on social media that pokes fun at the dad who pulled their kids on an inner tube without holding back, I promptly send it to my sister. We grew up going to the lake, and our dad (AKA the boat captain) always took us full throttle over the big, white capped waves, launching us off in the process. Years later, the thrill of doing “doughnuts” with the boat and holding onto the tube for dear life still hasn’t left.
Pinpoint Weather: Severe storms possible on Friday

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kara Thompson

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—Showers and storms are anticipated in Southwest and Central Virginia on Friday as a cold front approaches from the west. Strong to severe storms may develop. Some patchy fog may impact your Friday morning commute. Otherwise, it will be a mostly dry start to the day. Temperatures will rise into the upper 60s and 70s under variably cloudy skies. Showers and storms will move west-to-east during the late morning hours through the afternoon and evening.
Pinpoint Weather: Strong storms possible on Friday

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kara Thompson

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—Milder, near-average temperatures will return to Southwest and Central Virginia for the end of the week. Showers and storms remain possible, with a greater chance of rain anticipated on Friday. The wedge setup that kept the region unseasonably cool for the past few days will break down on Thursday, allowing warmer air to move in. Morning temperatures will start in the 50s and lower 60s before rising into the near-average 70s during the afternoon.
Pinpoint Weather: Warming trend ahead, daily rain chances

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kara Thompson

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—Daily rain chances will remain in the forecast through the remainder of the week. However, warmer temperatures are ahead for Southwest and Central Virginia. For Wednesday, widespread rain will gradually exit the region during the morning hours. A few showers and storms are possible for the remainder of the day. Overcast to mostly cloudy skies will be overhead with the cooler-than-average conditions sticking around. It won’t be as cool, though.
Furry Friends: Goofy Goose is ready for a home

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kara Thompson

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Each week, WFXR News highlights adoptable pets filling up animal shelters across Southwest and Central Virginia. This week, on Tuesday, May 27, Aimee Brown with the Franklin County Humane Society brought Goose in for Furry Friends!Goose is a two-year-old English Coonhound mix who weighs about 59 pounds. This handsome boy likes to play and goof around. He loves his toys, especially tennis balls. Goose has learned “sit” and “down,” and is treat-motivated.
Pinpoint Weather: Rainy and unseasonably cool Tuesday

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kara Thompson

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—Southwest and Central Virginia can expect rainy, cloudy, and cool conditions on Tuesday. On Tuesday, east-northeasterly flow off the Atlantic will result in unseasonably cool temperatures and cloudy skies in Southwest and Central Virginia. Temperatures will stay in the 50s for much of the day. A few spots may hit the 60-degree mark. At the same time, a storm system will approach from the west, bringing widespread rain to the region.