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Virginia Tech researchers study link between large solar installations, property values
Cardinal News - Virginia
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July 2, 2025
A new study from a Virginia Tech-led team of researchers explores how large-scale solar power plants affect the value of agricultural and residential properties. Researchers analyzed millions of real estate transactions around thousands of...
$67 million awarded to Virginia communities for flood preparedness
WSLS - Virginia
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July 2, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin announced $67 million in grants and loans from the Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund to help communities across the state prepare for flooding. “The devastation experienced in Southwest Virginia during Hurricane...
Local recycling bin glut; Alligator Alcatraz woes; FHP needs helpLetter writers
Treasure Coast Palm - Florida
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The proposed "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center in the Everglades faces opposition due to environmental concerns and existing infrastructure. Florida's education policies removing books with explicit content from schools spark debate about...
Flood Watch in effect for Hampton Roads ahead of potential severe weather
WVEC - Virginia
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On Wednesday, between lunchtime and evening, the rain will become heavy and widespread. Heavy downpours could lead to flash flooding in Virginia and North Carolina. NORFOLK, Va. — A strong but slow-moving cold front will bring a change to our hot...
As climate changes, lovebug swarms are likely new normal
Korea JoungAng Daily
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July 2, 2025
Published: 02 Jul. 2025, 16:11 A swarm of lovebugs fly near the summit of Mount Gyeyang in Incheon on June 29. [YONHAP] What looked like scorched earth on Mount Gyeyang last weekend was something far more alive — and far more unsettling. Swarms of...
Lawmakers push for ban on dangerous food packaging: 'We must curb anything that will negatively impact the health and environment of the citizens'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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July 2, 2025
In the United States, several states have taken action. by Catherine WilkinsJuly 2, 2025 Following other environmental bans in Africa, one Nigerian state may soon add itself to the list of locations that no longer allow Styrofoam for food...
Headlines from across the state: Court partly reverses Virginia ban on efforts to change minors’ sexual orientation; more …
Cardinal News - Virginia
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July 2, 2025
Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall: Politics: Court partly reverses Virginia ban on efforts to change minors’ sexual orientation. — Richmond Times-Dispatch...
Balloons Sent Heavenward Create Hell on Earth for Wildlife
The Valley Times-Star - Pennsylvania
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Releasing helium-filled balloons in celebration, remembrance or promotion has become trendy over the past four decades. It’s a dangerous practice, born of ignorance and bereft of justification. Last Memorial Day a balloon release was held in Upper...
Wildlife on the Rebound
MKE Lifestyle - Wisconsin
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It’s easy to think of conservation as a trite topic in today’s society. Americans have never been more aware of the damage caused by centuries of unrelenting industrialization and human population expansion. The loss of species such as the...
DC, Maryland, Virginia weather: Severe thunderstorms slam region
FOX 5 DC - Maryland
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ST. MARY'S COUNTY, Md. - Severe storms are moving across D.C., Maryland and Virginia Tuesday evening. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 9 p.m. for D.C., Maryland and northern Virginia. The main hazard will be damaging wind. A tornado...
Virginia School Fails History: Never Go the Full Hitler
Hot Air
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July 1, 2025
Let's try to be fair up front. Education is more an art than a science, and different approaches can yield unexpectedly positive results. With that being said, though -- when students begin drawing pictures of Adolf Hitler as a role model for...
New Virginia laws now in effect impacting education, crime and consumer protection
WTVR-TV - Virginia
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July 1, 2025
RICHMOND, Va. — Dozens of new laws are now in effect in Virginia as of Tuesday, covering everything from education policies to crime penalties and consumer protections. Several new education laws will directly impact Virginia students and schools....
Severe Weather Throws Wrinkle in 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Vote
Newsweek
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July 2, 2025
Severe weather including "torrential rainfall" and thunderstorms in the mid-Atlantic and Northeast has snarled travel Tuesday, prompting flight delays and cancellations for House lawmakers racing back to D.C. to vote on the massive and...
Virginia Opera Appoints John-Paul Schaefer as General Director and CEO
Lake Gaston Gazette-Observer - North Carolina
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Virginia Opera is pleased to announce the appointment of John-Paul Schaefer as its new General Director and CEO, effective July 1, 2025. The appointment was approved by the company’s Executive Committee following his six-month service as Interim...
Virginia K-8 School Hit With Civil Rights Complaint, School Environment Is 'Hostile to Jews'
Red State
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July 1, 2025
The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Since the October 7, 2023, attack on Israelis by the terror group Hamas, the rise in antisemitism, not just around the world, but even...
Virginia AG says enforcing Virginia’s ban on ‘ex-gay therapy’ for minors would violate religious freedoms
WVTF - Virginia
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July 1, 2025
Virginia’s attorney general office says it won't enforce the state’s ban on so-called ‘ex-gay therapy’ for minors. The notice comes after a consent decree was announced between the state and a Front Royal County counselor who wanted to engage in...
22nd Century Technologies Adding 880 Jobs At Virginia HQ
Business Facilities
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July 1, 2025
In Fairfax County, Virginia, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. will invest $1 million to expand its headquarters. The fast growing IT service integrator and workforce solutions company expects to create 880 new jobs at the McLean, VA location....
On the road to recovery: Rebuilding the Virginia Creeper Trail
Appalachian Voice
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July 1, 2025
Bikers can visit and enjoy the first stretch of the trail from Abingdon to Damascus, which reopened quickly following the storm. Photo by Jimmy Davidson Hurricane Helene devastated numerous beloved public lands and recreational areas in Central...
Virginia Beach opens grant applications for local nonprofits until July 31
South Tidewater News - Virginia
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July 1, 2025
All Virginia Beach administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Fireworks displays are scheduled at Mount Trashmore Park and the Oceanfront at 9:30 p.m. Waste and recycling services planned...
Buc-ee's Opens First Virginia Location
Convenience Store News - Illinois
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July 1, 2025
The 70,000-square-foot-plus store held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on opening day. Attendees included Buc-ee's CEO Arch "Beaver" Aplin III, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, Rockingham County Administrator...