Eastern Mennonite School Golf Tournament Raises Funds and Spirits
This year’s April 30 Eastern Mennonite School Fore the Flames Golf Tournament felt a bit like a family reunion. For many, it was the first outing after a long separation as participants emerged from pandemic-induced seclusion to a safely spaced outdoor setting to support EMS. More than 140 golfers registered for the event, and, thanks to 41 generous sponsorships (see below), raised more than $25,000 to support EMS athletics and student financial aid. A newly added feature, powerball and mulligan fee
Legislators Reflect On Hybrid General Assembly Session
By JESSICA WETZLERDaily News-Record 4/23/21 It wasn’t the first time Valley lawmakers gathered virtually for the annual bruncheon hosted by Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce, but it could be the last.During Thursday’s post-legislative session breakfast event, more than 40 people signed on to listen to legislators representing Harrisonburg and Rockingham County as they shared their thoughts on the past session and concerns over the legalization of marijuana.Panelists included state Sens. Mark
VIRGINIA’S STABLE CRAFT BREWING AT HERMITAGE HILL TO BECOME FIRST BREWERY ON EAST COAST TO LAUNCH ZERO FOOD WASTE INITIATIVE
VIRGINIA’S STABLE CRAFT BREWING AT HERMITAGE HILL TO BECOME FIRST BREWERY ON EAST COAST TO LAUNCH ZERO FOOD WASTE INITIATIVE WAYNESBORO, VA – (April 22, 2021) - entral Virginia’s Stable Craft Brewing at Hermitage Hill, an authentic working farm brewery and winery, will become the first brewery on the East Coast to launch a zero food waste initiative for its award-winning brewery, restaurant and wedding and banquet facility. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22 at 11:00 am
It’s Up to Us! Let’s Raise $1 Million for our Community
April 19, 2021 For Immediate Release Contact: Amanda Bomfim, amanda@tcfhr.org Website: www.greatcommunitygive.orgIt’s Up to Us! Let’s Raise $1 Million for our Community It’s HERE! The fourth annual Great Community Give, Harrisonburg and Rockingham County’s community wide giving day, arrives this Wednesday, April 21, 2021. Over the past three years, Great Community Give has funded over $1.6 million in support of local nonprofit agencies. GCG2021 has a challenge to raise $1 million for 116 participating
GCG: It’s Up to Us! Let’s Raise $1 Million for our Community
It’s HERE! The fourth annual Great Community Give, Harrisonburg and Rockingham County’s community wide giving day, arrives this Wednesday, April 21, 2021. Over the past three years, Great Community Give has funded over $1.6 million in support of local nonprofit agencies. GCG2021 has a challenge to raise $1 million for 116 participating nonprofit organizations and is open for gifts of credit card, checks or cash of $10 or more. For those who prefer to donate by cash and/or checks*, they may send their
Virginia Chamber Foundation Announces Blueprint Virginia 2030 Regional Tour
Virginia Chamber Foundation Announces Blueprint Virginia 2030 Regional Tour Virtual Economic Briefing and Listening Tour Scheduled to Facilitate Policy Recommendations of Leaders from Across the Commonwealth for Virginia's Next Statewide Strategic Plan, Blueprint Virginia 2030 RICHMOND, Va., April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Moments ago, the Virginia Chamber Foundation announced the Blueprint Virginia 2030 Regional Tour, with virtual meetings scheduled in every GO Virginia region. As part of the Blueprint
Patricia Koogler achieves Circle of Success Recognition at Ameriprise Financial
Patricia Koogler Achieves Circle of Success Recognition at Ameriprise Financial Waynesboro, VA – April 8, 2021 – Patricia F. Koogler, CPA, CRPC®, CLTC® a Private Wealth Advisor with Koogler Financial Group a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. in Waynesboro and Harrisonburg, has qualified for the company’s Circle of Success annual recognition program and will be honored for this achievement. To earn this achievement, Koogler established herself as one of the company’s
Koogler Financial Group Earns Ameriprise Client Experience Award
Koogler Financial Group Earns Ameriprise Client Experience Award Waynesboro, VA – April 8, 2021 – Koogler Financial Group, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC in Waynesboro, and Harrisonburg, has earned the 2020 Ameriprise Client Experience Award. This award was given to Koogler Financial Group because their ability to consistently deliver personalized, goal-based advice and exceptional client service. Award recipients earned an overall client satisfaction rating
The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce announces their new President & CEO, Christopher “Chris” Quinn
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThe Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce announces their new President & CEO, Christopher “Chris” Quinn April 2, 2021 – The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Christopher “Chris” Quinn has been selected as the Chamber’s new President & CEO. Quinn will start his new role as President & CEO on April 29, 2021, working remotely until May 24, 2021. Quinn said, “I’m both honored and thrilled to be part of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce will present ValleyFest; Shenandoah Valley's Beer and Wine Festival on September 18, 2021
EVENT PRESS RELEASE CONTACT INFORMATION:Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of CommerceSara Wittigsara@hrchamber.org540.434.3862 x 108800 Country Club RoadHarrisonburg, VA 22802 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HARRISONBURG-ROCKINGHAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES DATE CHANGE FOR VALLEYFEST; SHENANDOAH VALLEY'S BEER & WINE FESTIVAL TO SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 (SATURDAY) Harrisonburg, VA – The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce will present ValleyFest; Shenandoah Valley's Beer and Wine Festival on
New Dining Write-off: Business owners will receive a 100% deduction for any qualifying business meals
New Dining Write-off: Business owners will receive a 100% deduction for any qualifying business meals.WE WANT TO BE SURE YOU TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A GREAT NEW PERK FOR YOUR BUSINESS! Business owners will receive a 100% deduction for any qualifying business meals. Thanks to recent legislation, your business can now deduct 100% of food or beverages “provided by a restaurant” for entertaining clients from now through January 1, 2023. Did you know that Congress recently passed a Temporary Allowance of Full
Governor Northam Increases Capacity Limits for Outdoor Sports and Entertainment Venues as COVID-19 Hospitalizations and Infection Rates Continue to Fall, Vaccinations Rise
Governor Northam Increases Capacity Limits for Outdoor Sports and Entertainment Venues as COVID-19 Hospitalizations and Infection Rates Continue to Fall, Vaccinations RiseIndoor capacity limits to remain in place, overnight summer camps can open May 1 with mitigation measures RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that as COVID-19 hospitalizations and infection rates continue to decline and vaccinations rise in Virginia, certain outdoor sports and entertainment venues may begin to operate at
B-CUBED BEGINS New Program To Offer Grants To Minority-Owned Businesses
By IAN MUNRODaily News-Record 2/23/21 The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce is rolling out a new program to support minority-owned businesses.B- Cubed, which stands for the Black and Brown Owned Business Growth Program, is meant to support and “incubate” growth among such businesses in the city and county, according to Chris Jones, chair of the chamber’s Diversity Business Council and a member of City Council.Businesses eligible for the grants must be at least half owned by a person of color,
Black and Brown Owned Business Growth Program Launched in City & County
For Release – February 23, 2021 Contact: Christopher Jones, Chair, Diversity Business Council Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce 540-437-7788 Christopher.Jones@whsv.com Black and Brown Owned Business Growth Program Launched in City & County HARRISONBURG, VA – B-Cubed, or B³, is an initiative of the Chamber’s Diversity Business Council that seeks to encourage increasing investment from existing Black and Brown
Governor Northam Announces Personal Protective Equipment Manufacturer to Locate in Harrisonburg
Governor Northam Announces Personal Protective Equipment Manufacturer to Locate in Harrisonburg ~ Valley Guard Supply to invest $1 million in new facility, create 45 jobs ~ RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Valley Guard Supply LLC will invest $1 million to establish a personal protective equipment manufacturing facility in the City of Harrisonburg. A service-disabled, veteran-owned company, Valley Guard produces three-ply disposable masks that are 100 percent made in the
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2021 Economic Outlook - Harrisonburg- Rockingham Chamber of Commerce
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce2021 Economic OutlookFebruary 19th, 8:00 – 9:30 am Driving the Economy After a WreckAssessing the Damage – 2020Needed Repairs – 2021Just Like New? The Big PictureTom Barkin, President, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Presentation/Remarks followed by Q&A time The Local EconomyBrian Shull, Economic Development DirectorCity of Harrisonburg Casey Armstrong, Assistant County AdministratorRockingham County For Immediate
Virginia Enacts First-in-the-Nation Permanent COVID-19 Workplace Safety and Health Standards Amid Pandemic
Commonwealth of VirginiaOffice of Governor Ralph S. Northam FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE · January 27, 2021 Office of the GovernorAlena.Yarmosky@governor.virginia.gov Virginia Enacts First-in-the-Nation Permanent COVID-19 Workplace Safety and Health Standards Amid Pandemic ~ Governor Northam approves standard recently adopted by Safety and Health Codes Board, rules are effective beginning today ~ RICHMOND—Virginia’s permanent COVID-19 workplace safety
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10 Under 40 - Shenandoah Valley Business Journal
Meet 10 Valley Business Leaders who have gone above and beyond - all before the age of 40. Congratulations to all 10 of these amazing people for their hard work and dedication. Side note we are proud to mention that ALL 10 are Chamber Members. Here is the link to the Daily News-Record:Shenandoah Valley Business Journal - November 2020 by Daily News-Record - issuu
Patricia F. Koogler Honored As Top Wealth Advisor Mom by Working Mother Magazine
Patricia F. Koogler Honored As Top Wealth Advisor Mom by Working Mother Magazine Waynesboro, VA – October 1, 2020 – Patricia F. Koogler, CPA, CRPC®, CLTC® a Private Wealth Advisor with Ameriprise Financial in Waynesboro and Harrisonburg, was named to the list of “Working Mother Top Wealth Advisor Moms” published by Working Mother Magazine. The list recognizes women financial advisors with children in the home under the age of 21 who represent high levels of ethical standards, professionalism and success
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
