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Biodegradable plastic is defined as any form of plastic that can break down into its constituent components in the environment within days, weeks or months without leaving behind potentially toxic residue.
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The Shenandoah Valley Art Center, during the month of May, in the Cabell/Arehart Gallery is presenting acrylic paintings by Joan Menard.
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Of the 18 ROTC students chosen to train as U.S. Navy SEALs this year, four are from the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets and the university’s Naval ROTC. Another six Hokies are among the 53 men and women nationwide to begin the rigorous SEAL selection process.
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As state legislators worked to reel in a viable state budget, Virginia’s secretary of agriculture and forestry received industry updates from aquaculture professionals.
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More than 3,400 trees will be planted across Virginia thanks to the teamwork of the Virginia Department of Forestry, the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, U.S. Forest Service Chesapeake Watershed Forestry program, Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation and Altria Co.
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Liberty men’s basketball head coach Ritchie McKay has announced the hiring of Joe Pierre III as director of player development.
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U.S. Sens. Mark Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) joined a group of 37 senators in introducing a resolution calling for the immediate resignation of Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt.
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Two compounds found in red wine, dark chocolate, coffee, grapes, and blueberries can be used to treat depression, according to a study published by a researcher with the School of Neuroscience at Virginia Tech.
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James River Association, partners and community members in Richmond will celebrate World Fish Migration Day – a one day global-local event to create awareness on the importance of open rivers and migratory fish.
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As 64 percent of family travelers gear up for a road trip this summer, AAA warns that the majority of U.S. vehicles are at a higher-than-average risk for a breakdown.
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