Recent News: Features
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July 16, 2021
Trailblazing local leader advocates for clean water in Virginia
A conversation with the new Chair of the Bay Program’s Local Government Advisory Committee
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July 08, 2021
As an Anacostia tributary is restored, D.C. residents reap the benefits
The transformation of Marvin Gaye Park is linked to that of Watts Branch
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July 01, 2021
Growing a passion for an unusual native species
Native to the Chesapeake, the passionflower is a cousin of the tropical passionfruit.
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June 07, 2021
The more the merrier when it comes to underwater grass species in the Bay
A new study demonstrates how SAV biodiversity improves ecosystem health
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June 02, 2021
12 things to do during Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week
Find a way to celebrate the Bay from June 5-13.
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May 14, 2021
An environmental leader realizes the power of her own backyard
Noelle Chao reflects on empowering volunteers and working through turmoil in the Asian-American community.
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April 23, 2021
How to use your yard to save birds and bugs
Native plants are key in supporting local wildlife
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April 08, 2021
How does wind impact the Chesapeake Bay?
Wind influences the water, land and people of the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
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March 25, 2021
A tale of two lakes and their segregated past
A group of hikers stumbled upon a Virginia park steeped in civil rights history
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March 09, 2021
Life under the fallen leaves
Bees, butterflies, moths and other insects use leaf cover to weather the winter
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