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UPDATE: Aftershocks felt after 5.8 earthquake hits southwest and central Virginia; Quake felt up and down the east coast
Updated 8:20 p.m.
We've been getting reports of aftershocks from Tuesday afternoon's earthquake that affected much of the east coast.
The U.S.G.S. says the latest aftershock happened a little after 8:00 and had a 4.2 magnitude.
Aftershocks are often...Tags: Natural Gas, Interior Policy, Science, Science and Technology, Natural Resources
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Virginia sets up relief fund for disaster victims
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Virginia has a new fund to help victims of disasters.
Gov. Bob McDonnell said Wednesday that the Virginia Disaster Relief Fund will be made a permanent part of the state's disaster relief tools. Officials say it will serve as a...Tags: Relief and Aid Organizations, John Griffin, Economy, Business and Finance, Meteorological Disasters, Executive Branch
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Trail Stories: Poor Mt. Natural Area Reserve
News7 News DirectorIf you are both a hiker and a plant lover, one trail marries them. The Poor Mountain Natural Area Preserve in Roanoke County features a series of trails and also contains the world's largest population of a globally rare plant. Most hikes begin at the...Tags: Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Roanoke County, Natural Resource Industry
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New trailer in Henry County to aid pets after natural disasters
ReporterWhen a natural disaster strikes our region can you be certain your pet will survive? Leaders in one local county believe they have the answer to keep you and your pet safe when bad weather strikes. Henry County now has an animal shelter on wheels....Tags: Disasters, Meteorological Disasters, Natural Disasters
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Governor announces conservation grant for Roanoke River Greenway in Salem
The City of Salem is receiving a grant from the Virginia Land Conservation Foundation to acquire nine acres to complete the Roanoke River Greenway project between Rotary Park and the city line. Another grant was awarded to the city for the trail...Tags: John Smith, Essex County, Executive Branch, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Natural Resources
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Appalachian Power asks for higher rates; Utility seeks 9.6% increase
Appalachian Power today asked to increase the base rate charged to customers. The utility filed a rate review and increase request with the State Corporation Commission for an overall increase of 9.6% that would take effect early in 2012.
The utility...Tags: Natural Gas, Economy, Business and Finance, Marketing, Natural Resources, Litigation
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Roanoke sees first rabies case of 2011
ROANOKE, Va. (AP) -- Health officials have confirmed Roanoke's first rabies case of the year.
The Virginia Department of Health said Monday that a rabid raccoon was found Friday in the city.
The state agency is asking residents to contact the...Tags: Health, Diseases and Illnesses, Animal Attacks, Rabies, Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia)
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Civil War anniversary celebrated in Appomattox
ReporterThe War Between the States began 150 years ago. It ended four years later in Appomattox. A new Confederacy Museum is in the works in Appomattox; it's just one way the anniversary of the Civil War is helping garner interest in the town. "In this county...Tags: Wars and Interventions, Unrest, Conflicts and War
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Goats for hire in Virginia
ReporterGot weeds? Hire a goat. The animals are part of a growing business in Virginia and they're pros when it comes to clearing land. "People come up to us all the time and they're just amazed at what they do and how good they are at it," says Clay Trainum...Tags: Invasive Species, Staunton (Staunton, Virginia)
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Rabies cases increase in New River Valley
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Rabies cases are increasing in the New River Valley.
The New River Health District said Tuesday that 15 cases have been confirmed this year. That matches the 15 cases confirmed in all of 2010.
Two cows and a bobcat are...Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health, Diseases and Illnesses, Giles County, Rabies
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Rabies cases up this year
WDBJ-TV Anchor/ReporterRabies Cases on the rise in the region. The New River Health Department is reporting more rabies cases in this region than in past years. It has reported 15 confirmed cases of rabies already this year, compared to six confirmed cases at the same time...Tags: Health, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Diseases and Illnesses, Rabies, Viral Diseases and Infections
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