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A December Ember: How One Wind-Whipped Spark Rewrote Laborie’s Future in a Single Afternoon

by Michael Jameson
December 20, 2025

A quick spark, fanned by a wild wind, turned Laborie’s peaceful afternoon into a fiery nightmare. Giovanni’s restaurant, fancy suites, and even some vineyards were gobbled up by the flames, causing millions in damage. This disaster left 120 workers without jobs and changed Laborie’s plans for the future in a flash. But from the ashes, the community rose, showing incredible spirit and hope for rebuilding.

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