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DCR's Office of Public Safety and Law Enforcement achieves reaccreditation from Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (May 28, 2026)Bald Knob Natural Area Preserve now open to the public (May 27, 2026)Governor Spanberger declares May 31 Dam Safety Awareness Day in Virginia (May 21, 2026)Virginia to offer nutrient management training in June and July 2026 (May 19, 2026)Protection of global biodiversity hotspot in Suffolk moves forward (April 28, 2026)Spring guided trips showcasing Virginia natural heritage resources planned (March 25, 2026)Governor Spanberger celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (March 17, 2026)$1.4 million in Recreational Trails Program grants now available in Virginia (March 10, 2026)Department of Conservation and Recreation recognizes Flood Awareness Week (March 02, 2026)Tax-time donations help provide outdoor recreation opportunities in Virginia (January 30, 2026)Governor Spanberger names director of Department of Conservation and Recreation (January 23, 2026)Virginia announces $99 million in Community Flood Preparedness Fund awards (January 16, 2026)$2 million awarded for riparian buffer maintenance projects in Virginia (January 08, 2026)
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