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Study Shows Tenfold Increase in Native Bay Grasses in Lower Potomac River
September 8, 2010A USGS study suggests that underwater bay grasses in the Potomac River are increasing due to efforts to reduce nutrient pollution.
Read storyWhat do algae blooms mean for water quality?
September 3, 2010The water appeared unusually murky and quiet and there was a large ribbon of a reddish brown color.
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Some Virginia Waterways Improve, Others Still Impaired
August 31, 2010The health of some Virginia rivers is showing signs of improvement, but many of the state's waterways are still polluted.
Read storyWhere can I find teaching resources about the Chesapeake Bay?
August 20, 2010Eleven Innovative Projects Receive $5.8 Million to Reduce Pollution Throughout Chesapeake Bay Waters
August 5, 2010Eleven projects throughout the Bay watershed have received $5.8 million through the Innovative Nutrient and Sediment Reduction Program
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Local Action Video Showcase Highlights Restoration Work
July 26, 2010What are you doing to help the Chesapeake Bay on a local level?
Read storyHow does buying local food help the Chesapeake Bay?
July 23, 2010
Blue Crab Advisory Report Recommends Continued Conservation Measures
July 19, 2010A Chesapeake Bay Stock Assessment Committee (CBSAC) report notes that blue crabs appear to be making a comeback.
Read storyQuestion of the Week: Where are public access points to the Chesapeake Bay?
July 16, 2010One of the goals here at the Chesapeake Bay Program is to Foster Chesapeake Stewardship and Education.
Read storyQuestion of the Week: How can you tell where sea nettles will be this summer?
July 9, 2010Sea nettles (Chrysaora quinquecirrha) are the most abundant jellyfish in the Chesapeake Bay.
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