Recent News: #Anacostia River
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June 14, 2019
Annual Anacostia report card finds river not immune to record rainfall
Despite falling to an F grade, experts remain optimistic
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April 04, 2019
On a stream and a prayer
Pope Branch has benefited from restoration and caring residents
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November 20, 2018
The Forgotten River's forgotten people
From its original inhabitants to the community today, artwork celebrates the people who live along the banks of the Anacostia
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October 18, 2018
Dishing on fish consumption
2018 Festival del Rio Anacostia provides a taste of safe prep for local fish
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September 28, 2018
A community telling its own story
“Anacostia Unmapped 2.0” helps change the narrative around a southeast D.C. neighborhood
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September 19, 2018
Boldly going where oysters can't
New restoration efforts are boosting freshwater mussels for their ecosystem benefits
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August 23, 2018
Cleaning up the “Forgotten River”
An innovative trash trap in Washington, D.C., aims to highlight the Anacostia River’s litter problem
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August 09, 2018
A new environmental organization offers women support
HerChesapeake serves to connect professionals and address unique challenges
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June 22, 2018
Anacostia River receives passing grade of “D” for the first time
The “Forgotten River” is starting to make a comeback
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May 18, 2018
Raising awareness through art
Painted storm drains highlight the link between our actions and the environment
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