The county is at capacity for reusable water based on data center projects that are approved or awaiting approval from the county.
Shut-off valve: Spotsylvania’s recycled water supply at capacity for data center cooling
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No-fish story: Milde afraid that lack of menhaden is dooming osprey
The Republican lawmaker says Democratic partisanship is preventing a study of the fishing industry.
Fredericksburg Planning Commission unanimously recommends disapproval of Gateway data center
Concerns over transmission line routes led commissioners to vote 7-0 against the project, which was intended for the 84-acre ‘Hylton tract.’
Downtown Greens receives grant for ‘community beautification’
Grant will cover planting of native plant species, installation of educational signage.
Developers see ‘huge win’ for their proposed White Oak campground
Opponents, however, are not giving up their fight.
Celebrating Otters!
World Otter Day, observed annually on the last Wednesday of May, is a day dedicated to raising awareness about otter conservation and celebrating otters.
WATCH: Extended work for the Old Mill Park goats
The goats will stay until next March.
‘We’ve got to stop saying no to everything’: King George supervisor suggests residents must embrace projects — or higher taxes — in future
The board kept the real estate tax rate at 68 cents per $100 of assessed value, but Supervisor David Sullins warns that increases are coming.
A foot in both camps: Supporters, opponents of Crow’s Nest Outdoor Adventure make case to Stafford Planning Commission
Public hearing concerned changing campgrounds to require a conditional-use permit on agricultural land.
City hires Taylor to lead sustainability efforts
She’ll guide Fredericksburg’s pursuit of using 100% percent renewable energy for municipal operations by 2035.
Amazon taking fight with King George supervisors to court
The company filed a petition requesting a King George Circuit Court judge review a decision by the county’s board of zoning appeals at its March 25 meeting.
PHOTOS: Earth Day on the Rappahannock at Old Mill Park
Sights and scenes from this year’s festival, which featured a variety of vendors and educational opportunities.
City, Stafford farm pursue a GOATed solution to unwanted vegetation
Furry, eco-friendly landscaping project at Old Mill Park is part of 60-day trial program.
City investigating cause of Rappahannock Canal drainage
Cause of drainage unknown, and residents could soon smell previously-submerged microorganisms.
WATCH: Earth Day tour around Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak
Rich Larochelle leads a tour of the Stafford County farm where fresh food is grown and donated to groups and agencies with feeding programs.
PHOTOS: Earth Day principles up close at Rappahannock Education Farm
Rich Larochelle led a tour of Rappahannock Education Farm in Stafford on Earth Day.
LISTEN: Earth Day this Saturday at Old Mill Park
Callie Brown, Amanda Richardson and Courtney Mersiowsky preview the event.
Rappahannock named to list of America’s most endangered rivers
American Rivers report cites declining groundwater, population and development growth as issues affecting river.
WATCH: Downtown Greens adds permeable walking path to the upper garden
Downtown Greens cut the ribbon for the path in the upper garden along Dixon Street between Princess Anne and Charles Streets.
King George Planning Commission defers action on 356-acre data center project
Project is expected to generate nearly $19 million in annual tax revenue and more than $560 million over 30 years.
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