Environment Health & Safety Local Government Real Estate Nature and the Outdoors
What to do with fallen leaves: Consider local environment and community needs
FROM Stafford County News 11/13/24 / Environment / Health & Safety / Local Government / Real Estate / Nature and the Outdoors /
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,
Few of nature’s animals are as misunderstood as bats, says US Fish & Wildlife Service
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By Courtney Celley, US Fish & Wildlife Service 11/03/23 / Education / Environment / Federal Government / Health & Safety /
Though often feared and loathed as sinister creatures of the night, bats are vital to the health of our environment and our economy.
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State fish hatchery discovers disease among trout—but still safe to eat
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FROM Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) 10/19/23 / Breaking News / Environment / Good Eating / State Government / Nature and the Outdoors /
trout anglers are likely to see a reduction in trout stocking, particularly in Dickenson, Buchanan, Wise, Lee, Scott, Russell, Washington, Smyth, Tazewell, and Grayson Counties. DWR is working to reallocate fish as feasible to make up for shortfalls and is implementing measures to reduce the future impact of this parasite on trout production.
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Va. Dept. of Energy gives kudos to Bull Run Quarry for safety record
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FROM Va. Department of Energy 06/22/23 / Breaking News / Business / Environment / Health & Safety / State Government /
Virginia mines recognized for exemplary safety and rclamation measures.
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Devlin Corridor Town Hall Feb. 2
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01/30/23 / Breaking News / Bristow / Environment / Health & Safety / Local Government / Real Estate /
Because this project has raised so much community concern, I will be hosting a town hall to discuss developments relating to the Devlin Technology Park rezoning, as well as include a transportation update for Balls Ford Road and Devlin Road. Join me to learn more about the future plans, ask questions, and share your thoughts about these important issues.
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Devlin Corridor Town Hall Feb. 2
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01/30/23 / Breaking News / Bristow / Environment / Health & Safety / Local Government / Real Estate /
Because this project has raised so much community concern, I will be hosting a town hall to discuss developments relating to the Devlin Technology Park rezoning, as well as include a transportation update for Balls Ford Road and Devlin Road. Join me to learn more about the future plans, ask questions, and share your thoughts about these important issues.
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Abduction and malicious wounding charged
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FROM STAFF REPORTS 01/11/23 / Business / Environment / Health & Safety /
Three arrested in separate incidents.
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Virtual town hall on growth/housing Dec. 5 - with Brentsville Supv. Jeanine Lawson
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FROM Brentsville Supervisor Jeanine Lawson 11/30/22 / Breaking News / Environment / Local Government / Money & Taxes / Nokesville /
Virtual Town Hall on Vint Hill Housing Development
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Va. veterans involved in Beirut or Granada 1983 incidents wanted for movie
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11/16/22 / Breaking News / Environment / History / Military / State Government /
Va. veterans on active duty in Oct. 1983 wanted for movie.
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Earlier darkness means drivers must be extra careful—really looking for pedestrians and bike riders
It is getting dark earlier each day which means it is more difficult for drivers to see pedestrians and bicycle riders--especially the ones who wear dark coats.
Prince William Police urge drivers to drive more carefully and pay extra attention to be on the outlook for pedestrians and bike riders,
