Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Cooper Alexander endorses Andria McClellan for lieutenant governor
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Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Cooper Alexander has endorsed Andria McClellan for lieutenant governor.
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What are greenhouse gases?
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Greenhouse gasses have become a global concern because of the effects they have on our macroenvironment.
JMU expert: Don’t blow off statewide tornado drill
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Tornadoes may be rare in Virginia compared to some other parts of the country, but that’s no reason to shrug off the state’s annual tornado drill on Tuesday, said Mace Bentley, a JMU professor of geographic science with a background in weather and climate research.
Virginia boosts funds for Chesapeake cleanup: Bans on balloon releases, foam containers pass
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Virginia lawmakers voted to ban releases of nonbiodegradable balloons and phase out the use of polystyrene foam food containers in a recently-ended legislative session.
Pelosi taps Beyer to chair Joint Economic Committee
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is recommending Eighth District Congressman Don Beyer to chair the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee.
Northam releases report from Interagency Environmental Justice Working Group
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Gov. Ralph Northam has released a report from the Interagency Environmental Justice Working Group, a body that was established in 2020 through a budget amendment to advance environmental justice within executive branch state agencies.
Zasti Inc. to invest $5.9M, create 60 new jobs in Loudoun County
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Zasti Inc. will invest $5.9 million to establish its U.S. headquarters and operations in Loudoun County.
Flood Awareness Week: Virginians urged to know their flood risk, protect their property
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Virginia Flood Awareness Week, being marked this year the week of March 14-20, is a time for Virginians to learn about their flood risk and protect their homes and property with flood insurance ahead of spring rains and hurricane season.
Virginia cotton growers optimistic about their ability to work with new Biden-Harris administration
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Virginia cotton growers are optimistic that they can work with members of the Biden administration.
How are bee population numbers doing these days?
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One-quarter of the world’s 20,000 bee species are in precipitous decline or have already gone extinct since 1990.
