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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,
Natural resource conservation, environmental studies scholarships available
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02/26/15 / Education / Environment /
Four $1000 scholarships are available for students majoring in or showing a strong desire to major in a course curriculum related to natural resource conservation and/or environmental studies. Deadline to apply is March 13.
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Kudzu, bamboo and privet are on new list of invasive plants in Virginia
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FROM STAFF REPORTS 02/25/15 / Environment / State Government / Nature and the Outdoors /
Gardeners considering adding English ivy, golden bamboo or Japanese barberry to their yards in Virginia may want to reconsider. These plants — and 87 others — are on the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation’s (DCR) new list of non-native invasive plants of the state, according to a news release.
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PWC School events on for tonight, Feb. 19, but schools closed tomorrow, Feb. 20
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02/19/15 / Education / Environment /
Prince William County Schools' scheduled Thursday night events (February 19) will take place as planned. Friday, February 20, 2015: All Prince William County Public Schools will be closed, code green for employees, due to predictions of dangerously cold temperatures.
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Prince William County School opening 2 hours late today, Feb. 19
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02/19/15 / Education / Environment /
All Prince William County Public Schools will open two hours late due to the cold, resulting ice, and other weather-related conditions.
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Local Mom pushes bike and skateboard park in Lake Ridge community
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By JEANNIE BOTTERI Observer staff 02/18/15 / Environment / Parks & Recreation /
The Lake Ridge community is home to over 7,000 residents who enjoy playgrounds, tot lots, tennis courts, basketball courts, and swimming pools. Wendy Boone would like to add one more outdoor feature to the community - a bike and skateboard park.
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County residents asked to clear sidewalks of snow and “adopt” a fire hydrant
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FROM A Prince William County Report 02/17/15 / Environment / Local Government /
While there is no legal requirement in Prince William County to do so, residents and businesses are encouraged to remove snow from sidewalks, if they are able.
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McAuliffe declares “State of Emergency” for winter storm response
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02/17/15 / Environment / State Government /
In declaring a state of emergency, the governor authorizes state agencies to identify and position resources for quick response anywhere they are needed in Virginia. This action does not apply to individuals or private businesses.
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Va. Nat’l Guard prepared for possible call out for winter storm assistance
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02/17/15 / Environment / Military / State Government /
The Virginia National Guard has been authorized to bring up to 300 Soldiers, Airmen and members of the Virginia Defense Force on state active duty for possible assistance with the state’s severe weather response operations.
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Manassas Council names Steve Burke as new Manassas City Manager
Steve Burke, an Assistant City Manager and Director of Public Works for the City of Manassas, has been named City Manager by Manassas City Council effective February. 3, 2025. Interim City Manager Douglas Keen will return to his post as Police Chief and an Assistant City Manager.
