The Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission, as part of its programming to support regional businesses with technical assistance and training programs, encourages small business owners…

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The Middle Peninsula region includes many local waterways including the Rappahannock, Mattaponi, Pamunkey, York and Piankatank Rivers. And that doesn’t even count the numerous tributaries located…

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The Chesapeake Bay is one of the most vital natural resources the United States, and an effort to keep it clean means supporting safe drinking…

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Native vegetation are plant species that occur naturally in a habitat. They provide essential environment for native insects and animals. Native species are naturally resilient…

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Pet waste is ugly, smelly (EW!!) and unhealthy for our waterways. It poses a health risk to pets, bodies of water, and people. Pet waste…

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Capturing rainwater that comes down on your property is an easy way to manage stormwater runoff and protect local water quality that is so important…

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As the Commonwealth continues to experience flooding and extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change, Governor Ralph Northam today announced new executive actions to improve…

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is recognizing the Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission (MPPDC) in Saluda, Virginia for excellence and innovation for creating a living…

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Thinking about flood insurance and wondering what it covers? You’re not alone. It’s important to know what is and what isn’t covered by a flood…

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Sure, many homes and families on the Middle Peninsula and across rural coastal Virginia have yet to experience flooding. If you haven’t had water where…

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