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In the early 1970s, Virginia Beach compacted 640,000 tons of garbage into a 60-foot hill; the dump became America???s first landfill park and now spans 165 acres
2+ week, 6+ day ago (483+ words) In the early 1970s, Virginia Beach compacted 640,000 tons of garbage into a 60-foot hill; the dump became The Times of India...
After Virginia approved a gas-powered data center without public input, residents turned to a local environmental group for answers - AOL
3+ mon, 3+ day ago (1718+ words) STERLING, Va. (DC News Now) – PowerPoint presentations about dense research papers don't typically draw a crowd. At a church in Sterling, Virginia, residents turned up to listen to Michael Cork, a Harvard researcher, break down his findings on the health…...
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…...
At a Virginia vineyard, volunteers are fighting to eliminate this invasive pest
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (85+ words) Breaking news and analysis on politics, business, world, national news, entertainment and more. In-depth DC, Virginia, Maryland news coverage including traffic, weather, crime, education, restaurant reviews and more. The invasive insects, which one winery owner called “vampires,” have wreaked havoc…...
Environmentalist critiques wording of bill to study Virginia’s energy infrastructure
5+ mon, 2+ day ago (877+ words) RICHMOND — Lawmakers this session introduced companion bills to study how the state’s energy infrastructure can be more efficient. These bills come amid growing bipartisan concerns about rising energy costs, greenhouse gas emissions and the use of clean energy. Del. Lee…...
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…...
Virginia Beach City Council votes unanimously to purchase and protect Crab Creek land from development
5+ mon, 4+ day ago (339+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Virginia Beach City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to purchase nearly half an acre of land near Crab Creek, protecting the area from future development. The 10-0 vote will allow the city to finalize the purchase of five…...
Virginia set to rejoin RGGI as utilities prepare to pass the cost back to ratepayers
5+ mon, 6+ day ago (176+ words) (VIRGINIA MERCURY) - Virginia is poised to reenter the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative this summer, a move that could again add a monthly charge to electricity customers’ bills as utilities resume buying carbon credits. State officials expect the commonwealth to participate…...
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…...
Bill allowing balcony solar kits in Virginia awaits governor’s signature
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (479+ words) Michelle Basch | [email protected] March 18, 2026, 4:16 AM Virginia appears ready to flip the switch to allow residents to use small solar panels that will provide power to their home or apartment and shrink their electric bills. Legislation allowing small and portable solar…...