Don’t let complex language keep you from drinking tap water, researchers say
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With the rise in bottled water and sugary beverage alternatives, regular tap water is struggling to make its way into the daily U.S. diet.
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Wild and Scenic Film Festival on tap
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Wild Virginia presents the Wild and Scenic Film Festival “On Tour.” The festival spans two evenings and two venues in two cities:
UVA President Teresa A. Sullivan statement on Columbia University Rolling Stone report
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University of Virginia President Teresa A. Sullivan issued the following statement today regarding the findings of the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism review of the reporting and editorial decisions of the Rolling Stone’s Nov. 19 article “A Rape on Campus.”
Bridgewater College celebrates Founder’s Day on April 7
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Bridgewater College will celebrate 135 years of its founding on Tuesday, April 7, presenting three awards during the 11 a.m. convocation in Nininger Hall.
Farm Bureau says waters rule would disregard exemptions for normal farming activities
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Without dramatic alterations, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed Waters of the U.S. rule will result in potential Clean Water Act liability and federal permit requirements for a tremendous number of commonplace and essential farming and forestry practices nationwide, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
Charlottesville mayor competing in national challenge for water conservation
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Satyendra Huja, Mayor of Charlottesville, is once again joining mayors across the country in asking residents to make a commitment to conserve water and cut pollution by taking part in the 4th Annual Wyland Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation from April 1st -30th.
Is backyard firepit smoke a health hazard?
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With summer approaching, many of us are eagerly anticipating the first night we can gather with loved ones under the stars around our backyard firepits.
National Safe Digging Month: Call 811 before you dig
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April is National Safe Digging Month – dedicated to bringing attention to the importance of calling 811 before beginning any digging or demolishing project to avoid damaging underground utility lines.
Bob Goodlatte: FCC net neutrality rule wrecks the Internet
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Net neutrality may seem like a complex issue, but at the core the question is simple. Do you want more or less choice? Do you want more regulation governing the Internet?
VCU Rice Rivers Center partners with Charlottesville restaurants in oyster restoration program
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An oyster shell recycling program through Virginia Commonwealth University’s Rice Rivers Center has expanded its operations to Charlottesville.
