Tuesday, June 8 2010 5:46 PM EDT2010-06-08 21:46:38 GMT
It was a rude awakening for homeowners who wanted flood insurance last week. Congress let the national program lapse, causing confusion and potential big problems.More >>
Tuesday, June 1 2010 5:12 PM EDT2010-06-01 21:12:59 GMT
It's a big time of year for the native fish of the James River. The shad are swimming upstream to spawn. But first they have to pass one big obstacle -- Bosher's Dam.More >>
Tuesday, May 18 2010 5:31 PM EDT2010-05-18 21:31:51 GMT
The oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico continues to grow, with tar balls washing up on Gulf Coast beaches. But some scientists will be watching closely, to see if the oil impacts hurricane season.More >>
Tuesday, May 4 2010 5:33 PM EDT2010-05-04 21:33:40 GMT
Wind farming could be the future of energy. If one company has its way, windmills will soon spin off Virginia's coastline, producing power for millions of homes.More >>
Tuesday, April 6 2010 5:32 PM EDT2010-04-06 21:32:56 GMT
Did you know you can grow a pineapple right here in Virginia? No, they don't grow on trees, but if you follow this advice, you can bring a taste of the tropics to your house.More >>
Tuesday, March 2 2010 5:37 PM EST2010-03-02 22:37:55 GMT
A prehistoric creature is lurking in the James river -- but barely. The sturgeon -- a fish older than the dinosaurs -- may be coming back from the dead.More >>
Tuesday, February 23 2010 6:10 PM EST2010-02-23 23:10:25 GMT
It's been a season of joy for snow-lovers, who run out to the backyard to measure the flakes after each winter storm. But there's a right way to measure the snow.More >>
Tuesday, February 9 2010 5:00 PM EST2010-02-09 22:00:22 GMT
Do you want to take your backyard garden to the next level? It's possible if you have enough room, you are willing to work and if you like to learn.More >>
Tuesday, February 2 2010 5:50 PM EST2010-02-02 22:50:56 GMT
Cold winter weather keeps most people indoors, but not our friends in the animal kingdom. Some of Maymont's residents need a bit of extra care this time of year.More >>
Wednesday, December 16 2009 9:00 AM EST2009-12-16 14:00:59 GMT
If you're still looking for a last-minute way to deck the halls, you don't have to make a trip to the store. There are cheap and easy ways to make natural decorations.More >>
Tuesday, December 8 2009 5:00 PM EST2009-12-08 22:00:41 GMT
The green energy revolution just might be headquartered here in Virginia. A farm in Prince George County may be about to turn into the largest algae project on the East Coast.More >>
Tuesday, November 3 2009 6:07 PM EST2009-11-03 23:07:59 GMT
Don't throw away your Halloween pumpkin just yet. There could be a hidden treasure inside that holiday decoration that you don't even know about.More >>
Tuesday, September 8 2009 5:31 PM EDT2009-09-08 22:31:51 GMT
When you think of an industry that's "going green" wastewater treatment is probably not the first to come to mind. After all, these facilities handle raw sewage on a daily basis. More >>
Lightning kills more men than women each year. The reason: men tend to be outside more often and they tend to take more risks -- ignoring the signs. The sign couldn't be more clear it's called thunder. ThunderMore >>
Lightning kills more men than women each year. The reason: men tend to be outside more often and they tend to take more risks - ignoring the signs.More >>
Wednesday, September 2 2009 8:01 AM EDT2009-09-02 13:01:59 GMT
It's a green way to save money and energy - switching to compact fluorescent bulbs. But these bulbs contain toxic mercury that must be handled carefully.More >>
Tuesday, August 25 2009 11:28 PM EDT2009-08-26 04:28:33 GMT
Richmond's Forest Hill Park is being transformed, as an accidental wetland - turns back into a lake. For now, fences keep interested park-goers at a distance.More >>
Tuesday, August 4 2009 10:18 PM EDT2009-08-05 03:18:01 GMT
A house in the country is a dream for many people but one Richmond family is taking it to the extreme -- a "green" house and a green business at the same time.More >>
Tuesday, July 21 2009 5:31 PM EDT2009-07-21 22:31:31 GMT
It's another major advancement in television weather. Lightning data on-screen with the radar images; tell the meteorologist and the viewer if thunder and lightning are on their way.More >>
First Warning Weather team is now able to show you enhanced images of a storm headed to your neighborhood. It's a clear picture that shows just how intense and dangerous a storm can be. More >>
Who knew a typical day on the deck would turn into an afternoon to remember? It happened to Bess Fifer in Mechanicsville, who saw an "upside down rainbow" in the sky. More >>
It might be time to think twice before you take your recycling to the street. A lot of what's in your bin will end up in the trash if you're not careful.More >>
Friday, August 27 2010 11:45 AM EDT2010-08-27 16:45:26 GMT
It's a compelling subject line in an email, "Pay attention this August, Mars will be as large in the sky as the Moon." It gets your attention, but is it true?More >>
Tuesday, May 26 2009 7:20 PM EDT2009-05-27 00:20:52 GMT
You might see more solar panels on rooftops in your neighborhood soon - that's if your neighbors are anything like Matthew Brown, a green pioneer in Henrico County. More >>
Saving time and money while helping the earth. The Science Museum of Virginia ripped up part of the front lawn. That move will have an environmental impact all the way to the Chesapeake Bay.More >>
A fish called the American Shad is trying to make a comeback in the James River. But it takes a special kind of technology to monitor the recovery of this fish that once dominated the river. More >>
There is good news for fans of the James River. A large chunk has been removed from the impaired list. That means it's safe to swim. But there is still a lot of work to be done before the river is truly clean. See the video!More >>
Thursday, April 9 2009 2:14 PM EDT2009-04-09 19:14:54 GMT
Rain barrels are making a comeback across the country-- and here in Central Virginia. Recent summer droughts and tight budgets have gardeners trying to collect the free water that lands on their rooftops. More >>
Rain barrels are making a comeback across the country-- and here in Central Virginia. Recent summer droughts and tight budgets have gardeners trying to collect the free water that lands on their rooftops. More >>
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