Hollywood star drawing attention to pollutant plaguing local waters Emma Thomas February 28, 2023 1 min read MGN An actor best known for playing a massive, green superhero is taking the time to shine a spotlight on the “forever-chemicals” polluting the nation’s waterways — including those in the Valley. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: Share: Continue Reading Previous: State Senator John Edwards will not run again in NovemberNext: Philosopher says politics preventing real K-12 education discussions Related Stories 1 min read Man pronounced dead following incident at Smith Mountain Lake Clark Palmer July 4, 2025 2 min read Carilion launches Public Phase of $100 Million Campaign to Transform Cancer Care in Southwest Virginia Clark Palmer July 4, 2025 1 min read Salem Fair is back through July 13; fireworks on the 4th Gene Marrano July 3, 2025