Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Chesapeake.
📰 Economy
Rising state gas prices are affecting drivers ahead of Memorial Day weekend, and experts warn prices may hit $5 a gallon if the Strait-of-Hormuz remains closed.
AAA expects heavy travel and advises fuel-efficient driving as more than 1.2 million Virginians plan long car trips this summer.
🌲 Environment
A Maryland DNR survey shows Chesapeake Bay's blue crab count rose to 349 million this year, a 46% jump from last year, and more young crabs are expected to help summer watermen.
Adult female numbers fell by 25% — raising concerns about future harvests and prompting renewed focus on sustainable catch limits.
City planners approved an ordinance amendment that requires approved lighting to be shut off from 10 p.m. until dawn at the LS Greenlink facility in Chesapeake.
Bird advocates say the planned 660-ft building still threatens migrating birds, as its bright lights & steady beam may disrupt migration.
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