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A popular beach on Chincoteague Island is preparing for a major change as the recreational beach is set to relocate about 2.5 miles north, according to the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service. 

The roughly mile-long beach draws more than 1 million visitors each year. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Assateague Island is naturally moving toward the mainland by about 10 to 13 feet each year.

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A backyard could soon become another housing option for families in Salisbury as the city considers allowing accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, on residential properties.

The Maryland Legislature adopted HB 1466 that establishes a statewide policy to encourage the development of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in order to expand housing opportunities throughout the state.