Augusta County Urgently Needs a Data Center Ordinance
Augusta County’s new Comprehensive Plan, approved last October, calls for the immediate creation of a data center ordinance as a...
Roadless Rule at Risk: Speak Up Now to Protect GW National Forest
The federal government has issued a proposal to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, posing a threat to the clean water and tourism economy that the George Washington National Forest provides to the Shenandoah Valley.
Warren County Data Center Public Hearing
On July 8, 2026 at 7pm, Warren County Planning Commissioners will be considering a proposal for a zoning amendment to allow data center development in industrial zoning by conditional use permit.
Shenandoah Supervisors Approve Data Center Ordinance
Shenandoah County took an important first step to set guardrails for data center development.
Shenandoah-Moving Forward on a Vital First Step
Shenandoah County is taking important steps to set guardrails for data center development.
Big First Step on Local Data Center Development
Good news! Shenandoah County took an important first step in setting guardrails for data center development within the county.
Harvesting Potential: How Ag Labs are Cultivating a New Generation of Leaders
The future of land stewardship is moving out of the classroom and into the barn. Through Agriculture Land Labs, students...
2025 Annual Report
If 2025 was a test, it was also a proof of concept. Our deep-rooted relationships kept vital projects moving in creative ways. When funding was at its most uncertain last spring, community members like you stepped up to ensure we didn’t miss a beat.
Tracking Conservation in the 2026 General Assembly
Halfway through this year’s legislative session, our focus remains on bringing a rural perspective to Richmond, grounded in what matters...
Planning for Responsible Data Center Development in the Valley
The rapid expansion of data centers across Virginia presents complex challenges for local governments. While these facilities can contribute to...