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Cole Looking and Listening in First 80 Days
New Park Authority director takes the measure of her 420 parks.
New Park Authority director
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Virginia Tech Studies Promising Tree of Heaven Control
The Tree of Heaven (TOH) may appear to most as just another pretty tree. With airy frond-like leaves...
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Korean Bell Garden Ceremony Marks 10 Years
Ambassador applauds South Korean-U.S. Alliance
Ambassador applauds South Korean-U.S. Alliance
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Police Advise: Avoid, Deny, Defend in Active Attacks
Would you know how to respond in critical minutes?
Recent news reports of active shooting events in distant locations, like Uvalde Texas and Buffalo New York, and...
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Working to Control Water Chestnuts
Volunteers needed to pull the non-native invasive aquatic plants from local waters.
Volunteers needed to pull the non-native invasive aquatic plants from local waters.
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Americans Show Love For Ukraine
Northern Virginia family in Germany assists in aid to refugees.
Aid for Ukraine
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Holiday Shows ‘Light’ Up the Season
NOVA Parks Offers Three Popular Light Festivals
Festival of Lights
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Injured Ukrainian Soldiers Enjoy a Fishing Adventure
Assistance goes beyond prosthetics
Assistance goes beyond prosthetics