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In a visit to Capitol, Jessie Diggins and other Olympians push for climate change solutions
By Jennifer Mcdermott, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 24, 2026
· 5 min read
Olympian Jessie Diggins visited Capitol Hill with her four medals in hand Wednesday to advocate for clean air, clean water and a healthy planet.America’s most decorated cross-country skier is part of “Protect Our Winters,” an athlete-driven environmental group that sent a coalition to Washington ...
Key takeaway ”Diggins retired from professional ski racing this year after earning bronze in the women’s 10‑kilometer interval start at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
As Olympian Jessie Diggins visits Capitol Hill to advocate for climate change solutions, her message resonates with the San Antonio area, where residents are increasingly concerned about the impact of environmental degradation on local ecosystems. The weakening of key climate, water, and pollution regulations by the Environmental Protection Agency has significant implications for Bexar County, where Alamo Heights is located. The area's natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities, such as hiking and fishing, are vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Diggins' efforts to push for bipartisan support to strengthen the EPA may have a direct impact on the community's ability to protect its natural resources and ensure a healthy environment for future generations. As a community that values its parks and green spaces, Alamo Heights residents may be particularly interested in the outcome of Diggins' advocacy efforts and the potential for local initiatives to address climate change.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Olympian Jessie Diggins visited Capitol Hill with her four medals in hand Wednesday to advocate for clean air, clean water and a healthy planet.America’s most decorated cross-country skier is part of “Protect Our Winters,” an athlete-driven environmental group that sent a coalition to Washington ...
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