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After Atlantic Coast Pipeline construction began in Virginia with cutting thousands of trees, on March 16 the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality issued ACP a notice of violation for illegal work along streams and wetlands.
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Just when I finally purged my kitchen of non-stick cookware due to the risks posed by Teflon, I now learn that my rain jacket and waterproof boots are also putting my health at risk from exposure to similar “hydrophobic” chemicals. What’s a concerned outdoors person to do about staying dry and comfortable on a rainy hike?
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The Chesapeake Conservancy is thanking Congress for supporting continued success in restoring and conserving the Chesapeake Bay.
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As many of us believe, there is no room for superstitions in 21st century. Well, one industry is still largely dependent on them. The gaming industry is centered around a world of superstitions in which you can attract good fortune on your side and in which everybody has at least one lucky charm or talisman with them at all times.
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Now Trump is going to allow the importing of elephant “trophies” after all! Where do things stand overall now in the fight to protect endangered species, especially as wildlife now also face threats from climate change?
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As annual flu shot patrons know, immune systems are not perfect and must be constantly reinforced to protect against rapidly evolving pathogens.
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Americans use 500 million plastic straws—or 1.6 per person on average—every day. Based on this, a typical American will use more than 38,000 plastic straws over the course of a lifetime.
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Shenandoah University will mark Women’s History Month in March with a series of events celebrating women’s leadership and empowerment.
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The James River Association, in partnership with Robert E. Lee and Thomas Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation Districts, will be planting 3,000 native tree seedlings at eight farms in Albemarle, Amherst, and Nelson counties this spring with volunteers as part of the James River Tree-Athlon.
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Shenandoah National Park is honoring its philanthropic partner, the Shenandoah National Park Trust, and highlight the tremendous support it has received during its 10-year partnership.
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