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Bridgewater College to Host Annual Shenandoah Valley Archives Fair
Bridgewater College to Host Annual Shenandoah Valley Archives Fair BRIDGEWATER, Va. — A dozen archival institutions from across the Shenandoah Valley region of Virginia, including the Robert R. Newlen ’75 & John C. Bradford Special Collections at Bridgewater College, will exhibit unique collections that showcase Valley history during the Shenandoah Valley Archives Fair. The free event, hosted this year by Bridgewater College, will be held Wednesday, Oct. 12, on the lower level of the John Kenny Forrer
Deyerle Program Series on Local History Highlights Shenandoah Valley Agriculture
Deyerle Program Series on Local History Highlights Shenandoah Valley AgricultureFree Events Take Place Weekly in October, Registration Requested The annual Deyerle Program Series on Local History returns to MRL’s Central Library with four in-person events during the month of October. Annually, this popular lecture series features local historians, scholars and area experts who explore a broad range of subjects surrounding the history of the Shenandoah Valley. This year’s series focuses on topics related
Rep. Cline to Hold Staff Mobile Office Hours in Elkton - Thursday, October 6th
MEDIA ADVISORY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2022Contact: Charlotte Law Office: (202) 225-5431charlotte.law@mail.house.gov ELKTON – Today Congressman Ben Cline (VA-06) announced that his office will hold Staff Mobile Office Hours in Elkton. A member of Congressman Ben Cline’s staff will hold mobile office hours at the Elkton Area Community Center, (20593 Blue and Gold Drive), on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. A staff member will be available to meet with citizens to assist
Join the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation in Honoring and Remembering the sacrifice of America's Fallen Fire Heroes
Contact: Donna Clark (240-723-0615) Join the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation in Honoring and Remembering the sacrifice of America's Fallen Fire Heroes Nearly everyone knows a firefighter. They are our family, friends, and co-workers. They respond to a stranger’s call for help without hesitation and serve with pride and compassion. They are our local heroes. Every October, a grateful Nation honors its fallen fire service heroes during the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend—the
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EMU, JMU and BC students collaborate on biosecurity research in Australia
The first students funded by a three-year, $300,000 grant from the National Science Foundation spent several weeks this summer on biosecurity research and chemistry education in Australia. The group included six students from area universities: two from Eastern Mennonite University, three from Bridgewater College, and one from James Madison University. EMU students Anika Hurst and Laura Craft, now back on campus to continue their chemistry and environmental science studies, both said their individual
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Casino Night Supporting Children's Healthcare
HCHC Hosts “Raise the Stakes” Casino Night Fundraiser Casino Night and Silent Auction to Support Affordable Pediatric Healthcare HARRISONBURG, VA— Healthy Community Health Centers (HCHC) is excited to host its “Raise the Stakes for Community Health” casino night fundraiser and silent auction on Saturday, October 8, 2022, from 5:30 to 11:00 p.m. at Hotel Madison and Shenandoah Valley Conference Center. The first-time event for HCHC will feature various casino games, including Black Jack, Texas Hold
Regional Property Management Company Wins National Recognition
Regional Property Management Company Wins National Recognition Winchester, VA – Local property management leaderColdwell Banker Premier was recently ranked #6 in the nation for tenants placed and #9 for leased rental listings for 2021. This honor was bestowed as a part of a new initiative from the real estate industry publication giant, RealTrends in partnership with Rent Spree. Coldwell Banker Premier has 16 offices across the Mid-Atlantic and offers short- and long-term rental management, as well as
EMU Chamber Singers announce 2022-23 performances, spring international tour
Eastern Mennonite University’s Chamber Singers, now in their 44th year, have announced their 2022-23 season, culminating in a spring European tour. Chamber Singers is a select choir, directed by Professor Benjamin Bergey, that performs a wide range of choral literature of various periods, styles, and cultures. The choir performs on and off campus in area venues and churches, and also hosts a spring tour in early March. This year performances are planned from March 3-12 in Ohio and Indiana. The
EMU Fall 2022 Suter Science Seminars
This semester’s Suter Science Seminars at Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) includes professionals working in disease ecology, behavioral health and crisis services, animal health, and biology. The events will be held in Swartzendruber Hall of the Suter Science Center, and will be livestreamed for the off-campus community on the EMU Facebook page. [You do not need to be a member of Facebook to view the livestream.] Wednesday, Sept. 14, 4 p.m. — “Emerging Vector-borne Disease in the
Brown Edwards Named Top 50 Construction Accounting Firm
Brown Edwards Named Top 50 Construction Accounting FirmFor the fourth year in a row, Brown Edwards has been recognized as a Top 50 construction accounting firm by Construction Executive Magazine. Now in its 20th year of publication, Construction Executive is the leading trade magazine about the business of construction. In itsJuly/August 2022 issue, CE published a comprehensive ranking of The Top 50 Construction Accounting Firms™ in the nation, featuring breakouts and analysis. Brown Edwards
Bridgewater College Announces Esports Program, Begins Recruitment for Varsity Team
Bridgewater College Announces Esports Program, Begins Recruitment for Varsity Team BRIDGEWATER, Va. — With the launch of its varsity esports program, Bridgewater College joins more than 350 colleges and universities across the country who are at the forefront of one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. Esports—competitive online gaming—draws more than 400 million participants and viewers each year from around the world. As esports interest has grown on college campuses across Virginia,
EMU Homecoming Oct. 7-9 features Girl Named Tom, Fall Festival, fun for the family
World-renowned entertainment, concerts, theater performances, food trucks, Royals athletics in action, and learning opportunities — alumni, parents, and students are invited to join Eastern Mennonite University’s celebration of Homecoming and Family Weekend Oct. 7-9, 2022. “This year’s event includes some new celebrations to highlight our alumni award and Hall of Honor recipients, and we’re thrilled to announce Girl Named Tom as our special concert guests,” said Jennifer North Bauman, director of alumni
University Presidents Eye 'New Normal' As Semesters Begin
University Presidents Eye 'New Normal' As Semesters Begin DNR 8/26/2022 The four area college presidents addressed the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce Thursday at Spotswood Country Club.Collaboration among local businesses and universities are important for the community as a whole, according to Christopher Quinn, president and CEO of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce, who gave opening remarks.“Having us all rowing in the same direction gives us the ability to be nimble on so
Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission (CSPDC)
Central Shenandoah Pandemic Recovery and Resiliency Plan Now Available The Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission (CSPDC)’s new Pandemic Recovery and Resiliency Plan has been published. The purpose of this economic development plan is to assist local governments in the region with their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and their resiliency efforts to protect their communities from future economic shocks. In the summer of 2020, the CSPDC applied for and received “Coronavirus Aid, Relief,
Make Medicare Easier Webinar by Everence on October 6
You can make Medicare easier when you attend a live webinar hosted by Everence on Thursday, Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. You'll be able to gain confidence and clarity and be able to make informed decisions as you approach or are already retired. The online Zoom event will cover key steps to enroll, how to move from current coverage, enrollment details and deadliness, and the different plans or "parts" to Medicare and associated coverage options.
Brown Edwards Ranks on Inside Public Accounting’s Top 100 List
Brown Edwards Ranks on Inside Public Accounting’s Top 100 ListFor the 6th year in a row, Brown Edwards has been recognized as a top accounting firm on the INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA) Top 100 List, moving up another five spots on the list this year to number 73. The IPA 500 recognizes the top U.S.-based accounting firms and is the most comprehensive list of North American public accounting firms available. Each year, IPA ranks the largest public accounting firms in the U.S. based on
Goodwill Programs Have Highest Employment Placement Rates Ever
Goodwill Programs Have Highest Employment Placement Rates Ever Goodwill Industries of the Valleys is committed to having a greater impact on individuals, families, and communities in the areas they serve. Goodwill is able to help individuals with a hand up, not a handout through Mission Services training and employment programs. Goodwill’s recent five-year Strategic Plan set the foundation for making programs even more accessible to individuals. Goodwill is covering the majority of expenses for the
Bridgewater College and Shorelight Launch New Program for International Students
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 3, 2022 Media Contact: Logan Bogert Communications Coordinatorlbogert@bridgewater.edu (540) 828-5486 Bridgewater College and Shorelight Launch New Program for International Students BRIDGEWATER, Va. — Bridgewater College and Shorelight have announced a new partnership that will broaden global access to BC’s undergraduate and graduate programs for international students, as well as provide interested international students the ability to enhance and fast-track their
F&M Bank – Farmers & Merchants Bank Announce Investment in BankTech Ventures Fund
F&M Bank – Farmers & Merchants Bank Announce Investment in BankTech Ventures Fund F&M Bank is excited to embrace banking innovations through its involvement in the recently launched banktech-focused venture capital fund. For Immediate Release | Timberville, VA. August 2, 2022 – F&M Bank, also known as Farmers & Merchants Bank, announced today that it has committed to be an investor in BankTech Ventures, LP (“BTV” or the “Fund”), a strategic investment fund with the mission to support community banks
Applications For Nonprofit County Funding Open
The application period has opened up for local nonprofit agencies seeking funding from Rockingham County. Assistant County Administrator Trish Davidson announced last week that the county's community contributions process is now open for the 2024 fiscal year, which begins July 1, 2023. To be considered for funding, Rockingham County requires nonprofit organizations to submit applications, which are available on the county's website, by Nov. 18. The funding comes from Rockingham County's general
SVEC Committee Awards Grants to 12 Organizations
SVEC’s Operation Round Up Committee has selected a dozen community organizations as the latest group of grant recipients. The total amount to be distributed in July is $12,000. Operation Round Up is SVEC’s charitable program that features a pool of money that grows as members voluntarily “round up” their bills to the nearest dollar each month. Applications for the next grant cycle are available at svec.coop/ORU and due Oct. 5. The latest grant recipients are: Augusta CountyCommunity Foundation of
SENTARA COMMUNITY INVESTMENT IN 2021
CONTACT Alyssa Pacheco Brand Engagement Consultant axpache1@sentara.comSENTARA COMMUNITY INVESTMENT IN 2021 Harrisonburg, VA – Sentara RMH Medical Center is pleased to announce grants totaling more than $1,200,000 have been awarded to programs, foundations, and groups within the community in its 2021 grant cycle. In all, ten organizations focusing on the health and wellness of area residents were honored in this community. The grants are part of Sentara Healthcare's commitment to strengthening
Top Chef Harrisonburg - Winner Dan Evans
Like the cutthroat television series “Top Chef America”, only one winner emerged from a recent evening competition held at the idyllic Frieden Farms event venue in Mount Crawford. Top Chef Harrisonburg pitted six local chefs against one another to prepare and serve the best tasting plate to over 200 guests and a panel of judges. Dan Evans, the 35-year old Executive Chef of Ridge Room, located atop the Hyatt Place hotel, and a newcomer to the competition, beat out five other chefs from the Harrisonburg
Brown Edwards Announces New Partner
Brown Edwards is pleased to announce the addition of one new partner to our growing firm; Megan Meador, formerly a Director in our Bristol, VA office. “Throughout her career, Megan has demonstrated the hard work, expertise, and commitment necessary to become a partner at Brown Edwards. Regularly, she has delivered five-star client service with a one-firm mindset which is foundational to the success of our firm,” states CEO, Jason Hartman. Megan Meador, CPA – Megan joined Brown Edwards
The Country Café & Bakery Offers Lunch Specials, Tea Parties Tucked In Antique Store
The Country Café & Bakery Offers Lunch Specials, Tea Parties Tucked In Antique StoreBy JILLIAN LYNCH Daily News-RecordJun 8, 2022 Tucked away in J & B’s Country Store -- an antique mall on Broadway’s North Main Street -- is a tiny café that does a big lunch business.Open since 2005, the Country Café & Bakery has loyal customers and a heaping helping of newcomers, who are surprised they haven’t heard of it before.“It’s Broadway’s little hidden secret,” said Susan Moreno, who owns and runs the café.
Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Mainstay of Shenandoah Valley Agriculture Expanding
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 14, 2022 CONTACTS: Office of the GovernorContact: Macaulay PorterEmail: Macaulay.Porter@governor.virginia.gov Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Contact: Michael Wallace Email: michael.wallace@vdacs.virginia.gov Rockingham Cooperative Contact: Adam Ford Email: aford@rockinghcoop.com Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Mainstay of Shenandoah Valley Agriculture Expanding ~ Century-old
David Sheaffer Named Construction Financial Management Association Rising Star
David Sheaffer Named Construction Financial Management Association Rising StarDavid Sheaffer, a Director in Brown Edwards’ Lynchburg office, has been honored as a Rising Star by the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA). This year marks the second class of CFMA Rising Stars, who are selected from a national group of eligible honorees. To be eligible the honoree must be under 40 years old, a leader in their community, and have positively impacted their company and the construction
Virginians vote Brown Edwards as Best Accounting Firm
Virginians vote Brown Edwards as Best Accounting FirmVirginia Living released its eleventh annual Best of Virginia issue, announcing Brown Edwards as the first place Accounting Firm in both the Shenandoah Valley and Southwest regions. More than 56,000 ballots were cast in 103 categories across 5 different regions in the commonwealth. With 9 of our 12 offices in the commonwealth, we are proud to have been chosen first by our Virginia community. “Thank you Virginia for voting us as a top accounting
City of Harrisonburg ARPA Public Input Process Update - Phase Two Now Open
ARPA Public Input Process Update Phase Two of the ARPA Public Input Process is finally here! It is Time to Prioritize! Phase Two Survey Now Available After three weeks of rigorous analysis performed by the ICAD team, Phase One (see below) is complete and our second and last step for presenting community priorities to City Council has begun. Click below to enter this brief survey to rank your community
Interstate 81 Exit 243 to 247 Mile Markers 242 to 248.8
Interstate 81 Exit 243 to 247 Mile Markers 242 to 248.8City of Harrisonburg Widening Project Design Public HearingTuesday, June 28, 2022, 4 – 7 p.m. Pleasant Valley Elementary School 215 Pleasant Valley Road Harrisonburg, VA 22801Find out about the proposed improvements for the section of Interstate 81 northbound and southbound that extends from mile marker 242.0 to mile marker 248.8 in the City of Harrisonburg. This is in the area of Interstate 81 exit 243 to exit 247.This project will involve a change
Dates and Deadlines Announced for National Philanthropy Day 2022
For Immediate Release | June 1, 2022 |Dates and Deadlines Announced for National Philanthropy Day 2022 Contact: Janet Wendelken, RMH Foundation, 540 689-8543 jtwendel@Sentara.com Award nominations to recognize philanthropic support and generosity in our community are being accepted for National Philanthropy Day 2022 (NPD) now through August 31. Individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations are invited to submit their nominees online at tinyurl.com/shenandoahNPD. Membership in AFP is not
Broadway Farmers Market To Reopen With New Name, Eclectic Offerings
Broadway Farmers Market To Reopen With New Name, Eclectic OfferingsBy JILLIAN LYNCH Daily News-RecordMay 19, 2022 The Broadway Farmers Market is reopening this season with a new name: the Broadway Community Market.The name reflects the diverse vendors who will sell their wares at the event that takes place weekly, said Cari Orebaugh, director of marketing and development for the town.“A [vendor] can be a business that’s selling grass-fed beef and local produce from their farm, or it can be someone who does
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce & Town of Elkton Announce Partnership Agreement
For Immediate Release May 20, 2022 Contact: Christopher Quinn Phone: 540-442-3936 e-mail: Chris@hrchamber.orgHarrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce & Town of Elkton Announce Partnership AgreementCommunity Outreach and Entrepreneurial DevelopmentHarrisonburg, VA — May 20, 2022 — The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Elkton have officially announced their partnership to promote entrepreneurial development and increased engagement with the local business community. The
SVEC has announced 11 high school recipients of scholarships valued at $1,000 each
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Preston Knight PHONE: (540) 820-0809 EMAIL: pknight@svec.coop SVEC has announced 11 high school recipients of scholarships valued at $1,000 each. The recipients, by name and school, are: Alicia Bare, Mountain View Alex Bogner, Luray Erin Brendel, Highland County Morgan Dellinger, Turner Ashby Ava Grace Flory, Turner Ashby Savannah Goodloe, Fort Defiance Tyler McDonald, Sherando Corrina Peachey, East Rockingham Marshall Rao,
Complimentary Heat Stress Training Now Required by OSHA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ashley Gordon-Becker, Business & Industry Liaisonagordon@telamon.org, 540-235-1900 NATIONAL EMPHASIS PROGRAM ANNOUNCEDProtecting Workers from Indoor and Outdoor Heat Hazards HARRISONBURG, VA (May 6, 2022) – Last month, Secretary Marty Walsh, joined Vice President Kamala Harris to announce the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration first National Emphasis Program, to protect workers from indoor and outdoor heat illness
Chamber Introduces New Nonprofit Award At Annual Ceremony
The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce holds its first in-person awards banquet since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic at Brix and Columns Vineyards in McGaheysville on Thursday.For Peirce MacGill, winning the Diversity Leadership Award at the annual Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce ceremony is not about him, but his team.The assistant director of economic development for the city of Harrisonburg said the award represents hard work by many shareholders in developing the B-Cubed
Broadway Pool Construction Coming Along Swimmingly
SUMMER SPLASHBroadway Pool Construction Coming Along SwimminglyBy KELLEN STEPLER Daily News-RecordTop of FormBottom of FormBROADWAY — Construction on the Broadway Community Pool is going along just swimmingly, according to town officials.The 50-year-old northern Rockingham County institution is undergoing a $900,000 transformation, including a renovation and expansion of the existing the pool house building, said Kyle O’Brien, Broadway town manager. It is completely paid for by American Rescue Plan Act
On The Road Collaborative Expanding To Kate Collins Middle School In Waynesboro
On The Road Collaborative Expanding To Kate Collins Middle School In WaynesboroBy KELLEN STEPLER Daily News-RecordMar 29, 2022 A local organization specializing in after-school programming for middle and high school students is expanding to a new location on the road down to Waynesboro.On the Road Collaborative announced Monday it is expanding into Waynesboro Public Schools and will operate its middle school program at Kate Collins Middle School.On the Road’s programming at Kate Collins Middle School will
International firm selects Harrisonburg as U.S. base for high-end gravel bikes
For Immediate Release – April 12, 2022Contact: Michael Parks, Harrisonburg Director of Communications 540.432.7701Michael.Parks@harrisonburgva.govLAUF North America Timothy Rugg, US Operations Manager 202.821.8377timothy@laufcycling.comInternational firm selects Harrisonburg as U.S. base for high-end gravel bikesLAUF, based in Iceland, commits to lease customized space for showroom and distribution center on northern end of Downtown HARRISONBURG, Va. – Mayor Deanna Reed and members of Harrisonburg City
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Brown Edwards’ Emily Signorelli Named Business Information Professional of the Year
Emily Signorelli, a Director in Brown Edwards Charleston office, has been awarded the Beta Alpha Psi Business Information Professional of the Year (BIPOY). Beta Alpha Psi is an honor organization for financial information students and professionals. There are over 300 chapters on college and university campuses with over 300,000 members initiated since Beta Alpha Psi's formation. The primary objective of Beta Alpha Psi is to encourage and give recognition to scholastic and professional
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Rocktown History Continues To Serve, Educate The Community
Rocktown History Continues To Serve, Educate The CommunityBy KELLEN STEPLER Daily News-RecordDaily News Record | Mar 18, 2022 DAYTON — Rocktown History is more than a museum.With 7,274 photographs, 200 archive collections, 3,396 family history books, 4,259 objects, a genealogy and research library and museum galleries and other programming, Rocktown History operates with a goal of being “a resource for the community,” said Penny Imeson, executive director of Rocktown History.“So, just calling us a museum
Valley's Skilled Workforce, Shovel-Ready Sites Key To Recent Business Successes
Valley's Skilled Workforce, Shovel-Ready Sites Key To Recent Business Successes By IAN MUNRO Daily News-RecordDaily news Record | Mar 19, 2022 Casey Armstrong, assistant Rockingham County administrator and director for economic development, gives a presentation about the county's previous year and future in economic development Friday. In this slide is a picture of what the new part of the Merck facility in Elkton will look like after the $1 billion investment is complete.Ian Munro / DN-R Melissa
Goodwill Industries® of the Valleys’ Inspire 2026 – Strategic Plan
Roanoke, Virginia - Goodwill Industries of the Valleys celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2021. Ninety years of serving communities, families, and individuals. As Goodwill’s leadership reflected on the impact of the past ninety years, it was important to focus forward by looking back – to the roots – and find the why behind what Goodwill does. The founder, Edgar J. Helms, began Goodwill with a vision of ‘not charity, but a chance.’ He believed in giving people the opportunity to work as a path to both
FOR THE LAUGHS Woman Entrepreneur Builds Local Comedy Scene With Yearlong Residency
FOR THE LAUGHSWoman Entrepreneur Builds Local Comedy Scene With Yearlong ResidencyBy JILLIAN LYNCH Daily News-RecordMar 5, 2022Top of FormBottom of FormFor many, humor is a defense mechanism.Dawn Davis Womack, an entertainer and woman entrepreneur in Harrisonburg, is turning comedy into her superpower.Her production company, X2 Comedy, is creating an ecosystem for comedy in Harrisonburg and drawing comedians from D.C. and Virginia Beach to local venues.As a teenager, Davis Womack wanted to become an
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce's B-Cubed program aids minority-owned businesses
B-Cubed program aids minority-owned businesses PUBLISHED JANUARY 30, 2022BY EMILY FREEHLING PrePOPsterous Gourmet Popcorn owner Tisha McCoy-Ntiamoah participated in the B-Cubed program. Photo by Norm ShaferA minority business assistance program in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County has helped 15 businesses and disbursed $21,700 in grant money in its first year of operation.With $200,000 in state and federal grant awards announced in October 2021, organizers of the Black- and Brown-Owned Business Growth
Next Generation Payments and Software Company Will Use Capital to Accelerate Growth and Fuel Expansion into New Markets
SpotOn Raises $40 Million Funding Round Led by Franklin Templeton and Dragoneer Investment Group Next Generation Payments and Software Company Will Use Capital to Accelerate Growth and Fuel Expansion into New Markets SpotOn co-founders Matthew and Zachary Hyman (Photo: Business Wire) SpotOn co-founders Matthew and Zachary Hyman (Photo: Business Wire) SpotOn co-founders Matthew and Zachary Hyman (Photo: Business Wire) June 11, 2019 07:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS
