Visitors and residents alike sought ways to stay cool as the heat wave settled over the region last weekend, with Weather Discovery Center employee Larry Martin reporting highs of 91 on Saturday and 94 on Sunday.
But as they say, it’s not just the heat, it’s the humidity.
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