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06/04/2018

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Chesapeake Bay underwater grasses break record, top 100,000 acres

Monday, Jun 4

The amount of underwater grassbeds topped 100,000 acres for the first time since restoration efforts began, 2017 numbers show.

Feds say Newport News gang killed three in 2015 — including 13-year-old girl at party

Three previously unsolved Newport News slayings — including the killing of a 13-year-old girl outside a birthday party — have been cleared by arrests following a long-term investigation.

Virginia fire deaths rise in first part of 2018

As of May 29, 35 people have been killed in fires in Virginia. That is a 40 percent increase from the 28 who died in fires during the same period last year.

Busch Gardens celebrates 40th anniversary of Loch Ness Monster coaster with $40 admission deal

Busch Gardens celebrates the 40th anniversary of roller coaster Loch Ness Monster will deals including $40 admission.

Virginia Zoo celebrates new World of Reptiles exhibit during party

The Daily Press was on hand Saturday night as the Virginia Zoo celebrated its newest exhibit, World of Reptiles, with its annual Zoo To Do party. 

HRA graduate Scott Jones part of Duke football's Habitat mission to Guatemala

Jones and 10 teammates spent a week near the city of Antigua, building a foundation and constructing smokeless stoves.