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Virginia groundwater report highlights areas of concern for Hampton Roads
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1191+ words) A new state report finds groundwater resources are heading toward unsustainable levels in the eastern part of Virginia, including Hampton Roads, raising concerns for increased saltwater intrusion in drinking wells and the stability of aquifer recharge projects. Virginia’s coastal plain…...
Virginia Residents Are Taking Desperate Measures to Block Out Sounds From Local Data Center
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (369+ words) In a CNN News video posted to X, residents in Virginia shared the constant noise that comes from the nearby data centers. In the video, you can hear it for yourself. It’s a loud, constant buzzing noise. “Neighbors have put…...
Residents Wrangle Over Transmission Line Proposal for Rural Virginia
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (1099+ words) GOOCHLAND, Va.—Deborah Blackburn leaned on her cane in a line to enter the Central High Cultural and Educational Complex, angst-ridden over a giant transmission line proposal for reasons that are common refrains here: It’s all to benefit data centers…...
Virginia Beach has more than 900 lakes and ponds. Caring for them can be a challenge.
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (687+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH — The city is home to over 900 lakes and ponds, and while scenic, the water can be a source of frustration. Problems can include flooding, trash, erosion or even an influx of mosquitos and snakes, but when homeowners or…...
“I couldn’t believe it”: Bear seen in Virginia Beach neighborhood
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (54+ words) A black bear sighting in Virginia Beach’s Alanton neighborhood surprised residents this week, with some saying they never expected to see one so close to hom... A black bear sighting in Virginia Beach’s Alanton neighborhood surprised residents this week, with…...
Bobcat pair released into wild after months at Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (526+ words) Rachel Lucas, Anchor and Health Reporter Roanoke – Two bobcats that have been featured on WSLS.com are back in the wild. The pair — a male and a female — had been at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in Roanoke since last…...
Virginia Beach approves preservation of land near Pleasure House Point
5+ mon, 4+ day ago (552+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH — City Council unanimously approved the acquisition of less than an acre of land near Pleasure House Point Natural Area and Crab Creek, preventing the development of up to 10 duplexes or five single-family homes. The city was awarded two…...
Trees take root as Virginia’s frontline defense against urban heat
5+ mon, 6+ day ago (221+ words) (VIRGINIA MERCURY) - As temperatures climb, some parts of the commonwealth are heating up faster than others — a result of too few trees and too little shade. Neighborhoods without tree canopy can be up to 15 degrees hotter than those with tree…...
How has the recent rain and snow affected Southwest Virginia reservoir levels?
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (321+ words) Southwest Virginia has been hit with both massive snowstorms and rain showers since the start of the year. All of the rainwater, melted snow, and water run off get collected into reservoirs and dams. It then gets put through a…...
Boat ramp renovation in Virginia Beach draws complaints from boaters
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (58+ words) A newly renovated boat ramp at Owl Creek in Virginia Beach is drawing complaints from boaters who say the project has created new problems instead of solving old ones. A newly renovated boat ramp at Owl Creek in Virginia Beach…...