Invasion: They live among us
They're beautiful– sometimes even a little seductive. But they replicate– quickly– and they're poised to choke the life out of some Central Virginia natives.
They're invasive plant species, and the threat is considered so serious that federal officials are studying the problem and the Virginia General Assembly has created an Invasive Species Council. Even Charlottesville is ready to launch a formal study of every park to formulate a plan to deal with weeds gone wild– although some people will quibble with the very idea of calling them "weeds."
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Animal acts: Evan's diverse cast
Starstruck Crozetians aren't just abuzz about celebs like Steve Carell and Morgan Freeman in their midst. Evan Almighty, the modern day remake of the story of Noah and the ...
Bodo's sold: Three managers buy the bagel biz
After 20 years at the helm of Bodo's, the legendary bagelry that has become a Charlottesville institution, owner Brian Fox is calling it quits. “That’s enough,” says ...
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Fifeville blitz! Six houses up in six days!
On Saturday morning, June 3, the start of the "Blitz," six foundations lined the new, still-dirt Nunley Street– created and named to honor the Nunley family, owners o...
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Starsia gazing: Lax coach savors national title
Head coach Dom Starsia knew for sure his team had the NCAA lacrosse championship under control when players dumped the Gatorade bucket full of ice water on his head with tw...
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