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What to do with fallen leaves: Consider local environment and community needs

Determining where leaves can be left alone and where cleanup is necessary can help you strike a reasonable compromise between yard maintenance and land stewardship. Although the advice comes from a Stafford County news release, it is applicable here too,

VDACS asks for residents’ help to stop invasive plants and pests from invading Virginia

April is National Invasive Plant, Pest and Disease Awareness Month and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) is alerting residents about the threats that invasive species pose to the state’s agricultural and natural resources.

Gardening events canceled; VCE Master Gardeners to answer lawn & garden questions remotely

Prince William's Virginia Cooperative Extension Office's Environmental and Natural Resources staff and the Horticulture Help Desk staff are ready to answer your lawn and garden questions from a distance. Spring plant clinics, Saturdays in the Garden, Ask a Master Gardener service at plant sellers and farmers' markets as well as Earth Day events are canceled.

Virginia’s Governor sends resources to aid Florida in disaster response

According to a news release from the Governor's Office, Virginia's response will focus on preserving life, preventing destruction of public and private property, and protecting the environment.

Ten localities get outdoors tourism grants

Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that 10 Virginia communities will launch new tourism programs to boost their outdoor recreation economies. Each was awarded up to $20,000.

I-66 westbound lane closures start at 10:30 tonight for sign removal in Rosslyn

Weather permitting, westbound I-66 will have single-lane closures tonight between Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Bridge and Rosslyn Tunnel 10:30 p.m.-5 a.m. to remove overhead signs, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

I-66 westbound lane closures start at 10:30 tonight for sign removal in Rosslyn

Weather permitting, westbound I-66 will have single-lane closures tonight between Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Bridge and Rosslyn Tunnel 10:30 p.m.-5 a.m. to remove overhead signs, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Many firefighters dispatched to fight 39 outside and brush fires since noon today, March 20

Matt Smolsky, Assistant Chief, reported at 6 p.m. Tuesday, "It’s been a very busy afternoon. Earlier today, the National Weather Service issued a “red flag” warning for the entire region up until 8:00 PM.

I-66 westbound lanes to close in Rosslyn at 10 p.m. March 12

Traffic adjustments will occur off and on until sometimes in 2025 as part of the Rosslyn Tunnel rehab project.

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