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Meet Master Gardeners at Teaching Garden May 4 for tool tips and plant sale

Take along your garden tools and get answers to questions on how to maintain them

PWC Issues new inspection guidelines for commercial projects effective April 29, 2024

Prince William County has announced it will have New Inspection Guidelines for Commercial Projects that will go into effect April 29, 2024

Blacksburg Regional Teacher of Year said to be pioneer for women in career and technical education

“Mrs. Carrier epitomizes the characteristics of the ideal teacher that we all want for our children,” said Bernard Bragen Jr.. Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent “Her passion and enthusiasm for teaching and children is reflective in the performance of her students. We are grateful to have her as a member of our faculty. “

Effect of weather changes: USDA revises planting zones for Virginia

Revised USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is important to farmers and gardeners because the map recommends when and what to plant based on weather conditions/hardiness zones. Virginia a half-zone warmer.

Celebrate Earth Day by participating in one of 50+ events at Virginia State Parks

From educational programs to hands-on conservation efforts, the parks invite visitors of all ages to join in honoring our planet and taking action for a sustainable future. There will be something for everyone this Earth Day at Virginia State Parks. To learn more, go to virginiastateparks.gov/earthday.

York River State Park reopens boat ramp with floating dock and sidewalk

The project also included replacing all dock structures and dredging the area. The docks are made of composite materials and provide ADA accessibility to visitors.

Va. Cooperative Extension to teach how to start native plants from seed

If you're interested in knowing how to start native plants from seed, join Virginia Cooperative Extension on Wednesday, April 17, at 11 a.m. VCE will host long time Master Gardener Pat Lust for a ZOOM talk on the steps necessary for growing your native plant garden from seed.

Retired State Sen. Frank M. Ruff Jr. honored with Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award

Ruff held seats on key committees in the Virginia General Assembly that influenced policy impacting farmers, including the Agriculture, Appropriations, and General Laws & Technology committees. He also chaired the Virginia Tobacco Region and Revitalization Commission and the Center for Rural Virginia board of trustees.

Eastbound I-66 lance closures in Rosslyn tonight, March 26

Eastbound I-66 will have single-lane closures at the Rosslyn Tunnel, weather permitting, tonight--between 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 and 5 a.m. Wednesday, March 27.

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