TMDL. No, it’s not some newfangled programming code, but an acronym you’re likely to be hearing quite often nonetheless in the days–and years–to come. Tonight, you’ll have a chance to learn what one local jurisdiction, Fairfax County, is doing to help establish its part of the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for the Chesapeake Bay.
The County will hold a public meeting to address its role in development of the complex EPA initiative, which would set restrictions on nutrient and …
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Ah Christmas, a time to gather the family together, drink hot chocolate and decorate your beautiful tree. Many of my fondest holiday memories include helping dad staple-gun Christmas lights to the outside of our home.
Unfortunately, you might want to shy away from including children and the elderly in these activities in the future. CNN has uncovered a disappointing fact about Christmas lights, they contain a potentially lethal level of lead.
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Winter Squash: Take Three
Apparently, acclaimed cookbook author Martha Rose Shulman and I are on the same wavelength. In November, she too acquired several winter squash and has been cooking them in a variety of ways. You know what they say about great minds.
When it came time for me to devour my two little butternut squash this week, I knew I wanted to avoid the obvious but delicious soup option. I …
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If you’ve been searching Target, Macy’s and the Pentagon City mall for that perfect gift, but you keep leaving empty handed, it’s time to think local. Starting December 4-23, DC will host its annual Holiday Market in Penn Quarter (8th and F Streets NW).
This festive shopping experience brings 150 local artisans and hundreds of unique gifts to downtown DC. The event will be an opportunity to support local businesses while enjoying entertainment and …
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Everyone knows the responsibility of decorating the White House for the holidays falls on the First Lady. For her first year in the role, Michelle Obama is bringing a green flair to her duties by integrating lots of eco-friendly choices into the traditional festivities.
Today, Mrs. Obama unveiled the official White House holiday decorations to the public. The 800 glass ornaments that will decorate the 18 foot Douglas Fur Christmas tree in …
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