by jravirginia | Jul 7, 2025 | Advocacy, News |
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 7, 2025 CONTACT: TOM DUNLAP James RIVERKEEPER™ tdunlap@thejamesriver.org New PFAS Report Highlights Widespread Contamination in Virginia and Nationwide On June 26th, the Waterkeeper Alliance released a report (1) outlining the...
by James River Association Intern | Jul 3, 2025 | News, Wildlife of the James |
The Brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis), affectionately known as “brookies,” are a beloved species found in the cool, spring-fed streams of the Blue Ridge Mountains, particularly in the upper James River watershed. They thrive in remote, shaded headwater...
by jravirginia | Jun 27, 2025 | James River Watch, News |
In the midst of the heatwave, how does air and water temperature impact the health of the river? Temperature plays a critical role in the river’s ecosystem. Both air and water temperatures influence the delicate balance of life within the James River watershed. Even...
by jravirginia | Jun 25, 2025 | News, River Hero Home |
Summertime is here and the James River Association is offering FREE rain barrel and native plants workshops to City of Petersburg residents. These workshops are intended to educate residents about stormwater management and empower them to implement river-friendly...
by jravirginia | Jun 25, 2025 | Community Conservation, Conservation Tips, News, River Hero Home |
Summertime in Virginia comes with hot and, at times, dry weather that can be very stressful for trees. Heat stress and drought conditions can make trees more susceptible to insects and disease problems. Trees have become increasingly important in the face of a...
by jravirginia | Jun 20, 2025 | News, Wildlife of the James |
This week, in our James River Spotlight, we’re turning our eyes to the sky and focusing on an incredible group of wildlife that depends on the health of our river: raptors. While we often think of clean water as a human need, for drinking, recreation, and agriculture,...
