Warmer weather: Its effects on flowering seasons, and most importantly – bees

The warming of our planet has had its effect on many different sectors of life. Now, a study is showing that climate changes which have…

Board OKs sludge on PG farms

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterDec 19, 2014, 12:18 PRINCE GEORGE — Farms in several localities in Virginia, including Prince George County, will soon be receiving…

Raising a stink over sludge

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterSep 26, 2014, 11:12 PRINCE GEORGE — Baltimore-based company Synagro Technologies is facing opposition on its proposed plan to spread industrial…

Manatee spotted in Appomattox River

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterAug 15, 2013, 13:27 Virginia Wildlife Officials have searched the Appomattox River in response to a video and photo of a…

Program puts teens to work at Pocahontas Park

By Ashley McLeod, Staff WriterJul 31, 2013, 15:10 CHESTERFIELD — For high school students, summer is usually a time to relax and have fun. But…

Beekeepers buzzing about new grant program

APRIL 11, 2012; 8:24 AM • BY RVANEWS STAFF From Ashley McLeod | Capital News Service Beekeepers across Virginia soon will be able to get government money…

Homeowner groups retain power to ban solar panels

Capital News ServiceApril 24, 2012 RICHMOND — The General Assembly has upheld Gov. Bob McDonnell’s veto of legislation that would have ended homeowner associations’ ability…

‘Solar freedom’ law won’t see light of day

The General Assembly has upheld Gov. Bob McDonnell’s veto of legislation preventing community associations from prohibiting the installation of solar panels on homes. The Senate…