Across Appalachia

Environmental and cultural news briefs

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red area shows fire ants inhabiting much of the South

Fire Ants Adjust to Higher Elevations

A recent study indicates that fire ants, an invasive species in Appalachia, are becoming acclimated to cooler conditions.

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West Virginia Wants Your Help to Track Turtles and Fireflies

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is asking citizen scientists to report sightings of firefly and woodland box turtles to aid research efforts.

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Seen a Hellbender? Tell the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is asking people to report sightings of the large aquatic salamanders to aid in conservation efforts.

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Virginia Commits to Environmental Justice Council

Gov. Ralph Northam permanently established the Virginia Council on Environmental Justice in March.

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Kentucky Awards $4.7 Million in Environmental Grants

In June, Kentucky announced about $4.7 million in grants to fund 78 recycling, composting and household hazardous waste projects.

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