Sen. Warner introduces companion legislation to protect Chesapeake Bay watershed
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More than 150,000 streams and rivers thread through the Chesapeake Bay’s 64,000-mile watershed., the largest estuary in the United States.
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Norfolk, Pamunkey Indian Tribe meet to get on same page for HeadWaters casino project
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Plans for a resort and casino along the Elizabeth River in Norfolk are moving forward after a meeting today to set a schedule to develop the property.
High water levels possible on Roanoke River downstream of Leesville Dam beginning today
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Appalachian Power wants boaters and recreational users downstream of Leesville Dam to know water levels on the Roanoke River could rise rapidly starting today.
Green floater freshwater mussel at risk of endangerment; Virginia at center of saving them
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has found that the green floater, a freshwater mussel found in 10 states including Virginia is likely to become endangered.
Failed Fukushima system should cancel wastewater ocean dumping
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From the Fukushima-Daiichi triple-reactor meltdown wreckage, Japan’s government and “Tepco,” the owner, are rushing plans to pump 1.37 million tons (about 3 billion pounds) of radioactive wastewater into the Pacific.
Virginia State Parks offer summer getaway complete with water, stargazing
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Virginia State Parks is reminding travelers there is still time to book a lodge or yurt for an overnight stay this summer.
In the Chesapeake Bay, summertime striped bass fishing is in hot water
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Chesapeake Bay anglers are facing a stark future — a future in which summertime fishing for striped bass, once a hallmark of Bay fishing, may become a distant memory.
Chesapeake Bay’s underwater grasses expanded 12 percent in 2022, remain far from goal
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The Chesapeake Bay’s underwater meadows continued to expand in 2022, aided in part by cooler temperatures that prompted a resurgence of heat-sensitive beds in parts of the lower Bay.
Milk as a recovery beverage? Study finds it is more hydrating than water
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A new study has found that water may not be the best choice after a game or rigorous workout.
Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority discontinues drinking water from North plant
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After tests revealed PFAS at low levels at the North Rivanna Water Treatment Plant, water is discontinued until further notice.
