State, regional groups push for stronger Virginia fracking protections
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Four environmental organizations joined forces to call on Governor Terry McAuliffe to conduct a comprehensive review of the state’s safeguards on fracking.
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Farming’s future is bright, but challenges lie ahead
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It’s a great time to be a part of agriculture, according to American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Barry Bushue, and U.S. farmers have access to numerous new technology and trade opportunities.
Regulatory reform lawsuits proving necessary, farmers told
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In 2015 the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation joined several legal cases in support of the organization’s policy positions.
Albemarle County announces hiring of Natural Resource Manager
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Albemarle County has named David Hannah as its new Natural Resources Manager, effective December 1.
Robert Hurt votes for House resolution criticizing EPA Clean Power Plan
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Congressman Robert Hurt (R-Virginia) released the following statement after voting in favor of S.J. Resolution 23 and S.J. Resolution 24, which express congressional disapproval of portions of the President’s Clean Power Plan.
From Virginia to Paris: Two ’Hoos take on climate change
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Youth movements to address global climate change can wield great power. One group is suing the U.S. government for not doing enough to ensure a safe planet for future generations; another cohort is on the ground in Paris, pressing the countries of the world to do the same.
Computational thinking will help students become better scientists
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A team of researchers led by a Virginia Tech faculty member has received $1.25 million from the National Science Foundation to introduce computational approaches to help students learn chemistry in an environment that encourages scientific discussion.
How to green up your holiday decorations, lights
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Sipping eggnog, listening to carols by the fire and enjoying the beauty of colorfully decorated homes are all warm memories the holiday season conjures.
Virginia Tech study on New River trotlines reveals changing traditions in fishing
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While the popularity of fishing for smallmouth bass is on the rise in Virginia’s New River, the decades-old practice of fishing for catfish using trotlines is fading.
Groups seek to block new natural gas export facility in Maryland
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Several groups have filed arguments against the continued construction of the Cove Point liquefied natural gas export facility on the Chesapeake Bay at Lusby, Maryland.
