Yes, You Can Go Outside. As Long As You Listen to the Experts

Andy KubisMarch 20, 2020

Go ahead and get outdoors, but we have some good advice from an expert.

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State Park and Forest Facilities Close but Trails Remain Open

Andy KubisMarch 17, 2020

Trails, lakes and roads are still open. DCNR will reevaluate whether to reopen after fourteen days.

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The Minds Behind Louisville’s Riverfront Revival

Ryan Van VelzerJanuary 9, 2020

The Ohio River’s image in Louisville went from from dumping ground and coal barge causeway to natural resource and recreation trail.

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How One Ohio River Town Is Using Recreation to Boost Its Economy

Julie GrantNovember 21, 2019

In Marietta, where the Muskinghum River enters the Ohio, community leaders are hoping their efforts attract more than tourists.

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City Parks Tax Passes Narrowly, with Pledge to ‘Improve Every Park’ in Pittsburgh

Chris PotterNovember 6, 2019

Voters approved an increase of property taxes by one-half of a mill — the equivalent of $50 on a property valued at $100,000. The proceeds will be placed in a trust fund that has yet to be created. 

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Pittsburgh Parks Backers Urge Tax Vote, While Skeptics Worry the Field Is Uneven

Chris PotterOctober 25, 2019

If the ballot question passes, nearly $10 million of new funds would be earmarked for Pittsburgh parks. Is this the best way to set policy?

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Meet the Coal Town Betting Big on Outdoor Recreation

Brittany PattersonOctober 4, 2019

Without a mythical creature and mountain biking, "the hole we would be digging ourselves out of would become so much deeper."

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Inspiring Conservation in Unconventional Ways

Andy KubisAugust 23, 2019

A local nonprofit has figured out that getting kids excited about river conservation can be as easy as giving them a paddle and a board.

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At Public Hearing, Multi-State Compact Asked to Do More to Protect Ohio River

Brittany PattersonApril 2, 2019

ORSANCO is gathering comments on its latest proposal to address water quality standards for the Ohio River. Many are concerned about pollution from the petrochemical industry.

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Lawmakers Question Wolf’s ‘Intricate Web’ Of Environmental Funding

Katie MeyerMarch 8, 2019

Governor Wolf wants to use special environmental funds to pay for the operations of DEP and DCNR. Hunting and fishing groups oppose the move.

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