RWSA finds PFAS in wastewater discharged from Scottsville plant into James River
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of dangerous contaminants commonly known as “forever chemicals.”
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Groups pushing Virginia DEQ for transparency on AdvanSix pollution permit
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A coalition of environmental advocacy groups is pressing the Virginia DEQ to require AdvanSix Resins and Chemicals to submit a complete and transparent Title V application for an air pollution permit at its plant in Hopewell.
Harrisonburg adds two electric school buses to its fleet; two chargers also installed
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The City of Harrisonburg’s public transportation fleet has added two EV school buses as part of the city’s vision and environmental plan.
Augusta County school citizenship project selects Wildlife Center for $2K donation
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Fifth-grade students at Augusta County Public Schools spent time this winter exploring the idea of citizenship and collaboration through service to others.
Bill would restore U.S. leadership in setting international technology standards
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Legislation has been introduced to restore the United States’s position as a leader in international technology standards-setting.
Mary Baldwin announces appointment of VP of student engagement
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Mary Baldwin University has announced the appointment of a new vice president of student engagement.
Tom H. Hastings: R is for reckless, and for Republican
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Driving at 90 toward the cliff – that is such an irresponsible teen image. That’s the current Republican Party.
Notebook: Tony Bennett addresses late night in Chestnut Hill, court storms
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Virginia hasn’t played a 9 p.m. game all season, which will take some adjusting on the part of Tony Bennett and his squad as they ready themselves for Wednesday’s late-night game at Boston College (9 p.m. ET, ESPNU).
UVA school safety expert: Threats more common in elementary schools than you’d think
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An expert in school violence from the University of Virginia said the fear of violence can lead schools to sometimes overreact to student threats,
Roddy Scheer: Do floodwaters contain toxic chemicals?
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Floodwaters are indeed treacherous, and their murky depths harbor more than just debris and silt. While the immediate risks of drowning and physical injury are apparent, the invisible hazards lurking within floodwaters can pose long-term health threats.
