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  1. Recent Stories

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Chesapeake Stewardship Partnership News Restoration Spotlight Travel, Recreation and Culture Watershed Science Wildlife

Between two rivers, a city’s hopes are tied to healthy waters

September 15, 2022

The Clean Water Act revived the James and the Appomattox, allowing Hopewell to seek its own renewal

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A man fishes from the James River in Hopewell

Maple farmer plants trees for the next generation

April 8, 2021

850 new trees bring sweet environmental benefits

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Chesapeake Bay sees health score decline by one point, but retain D+ grade

January 6, 2021

Chesapeake Bay Foundation praises nutrient reductions; raises concerns over striped bass

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Bay Foundation grades health of the Chesapeake Bay a D+

January 8, 2019

Record rainfall in 2018 contributes to first decline in 10 years

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A new form of funding helps cities finance green

March 28, 2018

Baltimore becomes the first city in Maryland to finance through environmental impact bonds

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Reef restoration tells a story about more than oysters

October 20, 2017

Fishing tournament highlights the recreational benefits of oyster reef restoration

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Oyster restoration soon to be complete in Lafayette River

September 26, 2017

Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund provides almost $400,000 to fund oyster restoration efforts

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The rebounding Lafayette River is first when it comes to oyster reefs

September 25, 2017

With a grant from the Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund, the Virginia tributary will reach goals for oyster restoration

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Chesapeake Bay Foundation reports modest improvement in Bay health

January 9, 2017

Biennial report card measures decrease in water pollution, growth in fisheries

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Going green at the Gunston School

June 9, 2015

High school uses a student-centered philosophy to thread environmental stewardship across disciplines

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