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DEQ releases Hopewell air quality study - February 23, 2009

Virginia's litter and recycling programs show strength - January 20, 2009

Virginia's recycling rate remains strong - November 24, 2008

Fish kill task force evaluates results of latest studies - November 18, 2008

DEQ completes Virginia mercury study - October 15, 2008

Virginia significantly expands biosolids inspections - September 12, 2008

DEQ to hold public meeting on Staunton River PCB study - July 15, 2008

Virginia issues 2008 water quality report - June 16, 2008

Fish kills have developed more slowly in 2008, Virginia reports - June 13, 2008

Virginia issues solid waste report for 2007 - June 12, 2008

DEQ revises air quality forecast - May 27, 2008

Virginia DEQ reorganizes staff to address budget shortfall - May 6, 2008

VIRGINIA AIR QUALITY RULES FOR OZONE NOW PROVIDE GREATER HEALTH PROTECTION / Air pollution remains low overall, despite stricter standards - April 22, 2008

Virginia launches new air quality monitoring site for Charlottesville-Albemarle area - April 16, 2008

Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards announced - April 3, 2008

State agencies gear up for potential fish health issues - March 28, 2008

Virginia issues 2006 report on chemical releases - March 26, 2008

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