News Release: 5/21/2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2020 Contact: Ann Leatherwood 540.801.8779 Ann@valleyarts.org Arts Council of the Valley to Suspend Court Square Theater Operations HARRISONBURG, VA – The Arts Council of the Valley (ACV) Board of Directors has decided to suspend operations of its Court Square Theater for at least one year, beginning July 1, 2020. The theater has been closed since mid-March in response to the coronavirus pandemic. ACV was notified in mid-April that the
EMU’s first engineering grads head to work, grad school and service
One master codebreaker and Appalachian Trail hiker, one supercomputer builder and high school soccer coach, one student organization leader headed to doctoral studies, one environmental designer bound for data analysis, and one cross-country athlete and eco-marathon mechanic. Austin Engle, Juan Vazquez, Collin Longenecker, James Paetkau and Ben Stutzman comprise the first graduating class of Eastern Mennoninte University’s engineering program. The program, which was started four years ago, is led by
Class of 2020 grads celebrate May milestone
“Happy what-should-have-been graduation day,” wrote Eastern Mennonite University senior Heidi Grossnickle, dressed in cap and gown, in an Instagram caption to a photo that captured the bittersweet sentiments of a beautiful spring day. Still, in this time of economic uncertainty and social distancing, graduates celebrated where they were, with family and friends through phone calls or in community through virtual means. For Jasmine Johnson, her master’s degree was the culmination of six years of
.png)
Harrisonburg-Rockingham COVID-19 Business Impact and Recovery Survey Results Released
May 8, 2020 Harrisonburg-Rockingham COVID-19 Business Impact and Recovery Survey Results Released In late April, the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Business Support Taskforce distributed a COVID-19 Business Impact and Recovery Survey in order to gain additional insight into the immediate effects of the pandemic on area employers and their sentiment on the economic recovery, while anticipating an economic re-opening in Virginia. Respondents included a good mix of small, medium and large employers. “We,
Re-Opening Virginia Guidelines
On Monday, Virginia Governor Northam announced a tentative plan to re-open Virginia and it’s economy. Look for specific guidelines for various business sectors in the next few days, hopefully.The Governor’s Three Phases for reopening Virginia(each phase ranges 2-4 weeks)Phase 1 for reopening in Virginia would mean: (Estimated start date 5.15.2020)Policies to keep customers and workers separate at in-person businessesConferences and trade shows limited, as short as possibleNo social gatherings of more
Dove Development & Consulting, LLC Named a Recertification Provider for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® HR Credentials
Dove Development & Consulting, LLC Named a Recertification Provider for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® HR Credentials Rockingham County – Dove Development & Consulting, LLC is pleased to announce its Recertification Provider status with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management, to offer programs that qualify for recertification credits for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM–CP®) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®)
EMU team wins KRYPTOS 2020
Five and a half hours, nine back-to-back Zoom calls, and three puzzles later, Eastern Mennonite University’s veteran codebreaker team emerged victorious in the KRYPTOS 2020 challenge, taking first place over 49 teams from the U.S., France, Hong Kong, and the Netherlands. Cameron Byer, Hannah Leaman, and Ben Stutzman made up the winning team. This is the second time competing for Leaman and Stutzman, and Byer’s third year in a row. In 2018, they won gold; last year, the team took second place. This year,
VPM update
We at VPM understand these are uncertain and challenging times for our community. We're listening to leaders and partners in our community and are very concerned with the needs being expressed by families, educators and community leaders. 1) The attached schedule for VPM Learning Plus programming for April 13-17. 2) The attached VPM Home Learning one-sheet. (Note: This includes a different URL from the vpm.org/resources URL). 3) The following link to five short clips that VPM created with the First
Blue Ridge Area Food Bank
Here’s the latest in our response https://www.brafb.org/covid-19/. We are still exempt from Gov. Northam’s Stay-At-Home order. As you can imagine, we’re serving more neighbors, likely due to the increased unemployment rate that we’re currently seeing not only in our area but across the country. Here’s the email that Michael sent out on 4/2. If you do not receive these emails and would like to, please feel free to visit https://www.brafb.org/subscription-home/ and sign up for our e-newsletters. We promise to
Harrisonburg-Rockingham COVID-19 Business Support Taskforce Awards 25 Small Business Grants
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Harrisonburg-Rockingham COVID-19 Business Support Taskforce Awards 25 Small Business Grants April 10, 2020 [Harrisonburg, VA] – The Harrisonburg-Rockingham COVID-19 Business Support Taskforce that formed last month to quickly coordinate support and resources for businesses in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham area in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has awarded $50,000 in grants, funded by the generous donation from F&M Bank, to 20 area small businesses, and another $15,000
The Department Of Labor Published Guidance On The Families First Coronavirus Response Act – Key Take
The Department Of Labor Published Guidance On The Families First Coronavirus Response Act – Key Take Since the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) was enacted, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) published guidance for employers to understand their obligations under this new unprecedented legislation. A summary of the provisions of the FFCRA affecting employers can be found in our earlier blog post titled: The Newly Enacted Families First Coronavirus Response Act: What Does it Mean for
Part 2: The Small Business Exemption And Other Key Takeaways For Employers From Updated Guidance On The Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Part 2: The Small Business Exemption And Other Key Takeaways For Employers From Updated Guidance On The Families First Coronavirus Response Act Authors: Lauren R. DardenPartner 540.438.5377 ldarden@wawlaw.comView Bio Ashley H. WaterburyAssociate 540.438.5332 awaterbury@wawlaw.comView Bio On March 28, 2020, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) published further guidance on certain provisions of the paid sick leave and expanded FMLA provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“FFCRA”), which
ValleyFest20 Beer & Wine Festival is postponed until September 19, 2020
ValleyFest Beer and Wine Festival has been postponed until September 19, 2020. After careful consideration, consultations with local authorities and following published guidance from the CDC with the ongoing Coronavirus (COVOD-19) developments, the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce is postponing ValleyFest20, with a new date of September 19, 2020 at Massanutten Resort. Rescheduling of ValleyFest20 will enable us to provide the experience that our attendees, vendors, volunteer, sponsors, partners
Truist will be donating $100,000 to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank
I am pleased to announce that Truist will be donating $100,000 to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. It serves 25 counties and eight cities along the Blue Ridge. Prior to the pandemic, it provided food to 103,500 people each month through a far-reaching network of 200 food pantries, soup kitchens, schools, churches and other nonprofit groups. Their programs will be an integral part of the Coronavirus recovery effort. Chris Ellis Market President 540/801-1246 (Work)
Harrisonburg-Rockingham COVID-19 Business Support Taskforce Launches Small Business Grant Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Frank Tamberrino: 540- 434-3862 Frank@hrchamber.org Brian Shull: 540-432-7701 Brian.shull@harrisonburgva.gov Andrea Dono: 540-432-8934 Andrea.dono@harrisonburgva.gov Harrisonburg-Rockingham COVID-19 Business Support Taskforce Launches Small Business Grant ProgramF&M Bank Seeds Fund with $50,000 Donation March 27, 2020
The Newly Enacted Families First Coronavirus Response Act: What Does It Mean For Employers?
The Newly Enacted Families First Coronavirus Response Act: What Does It Mean For Employers? On March 18, 2020, the President signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “Family First Act”), which will go into effect on April 1, 2020. The Family First Act contains unprecedented provisions that will effect employers with 1-500 employees, including federally mandated paid sick leave for qualifying employees and an expansion of leave available under the Family and Medical Leave Act
Capital Ale House sale of gift cards to support their staff
ATTENTION Beginning today we will be promoting our gift card sales as a means to support our staff. Today you will see social media posts and e-newsletters stating that 100% of proceeds from all gift cards sold while we are closed will be directed to paying staff. Links and posts can be found below in addition to all of our social media channels. Thank you. We’ve received an outpouring from fans of Capital Ale House wanting to know how they can help our staff who are impacted by our restaurant’s
Regional COVID-19 Business Support Taskforce Formed
Regional COVID-19 Business Support Taskforce Formed March 19, 2020 [Harrisonburg, VA] -- Regional agencies and organizations have teamed up to coordinate support and resources for businesses in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham area. The Regional COVID-19 Business Support Taskforce started meeting weekly to brainstorm ideas, curate resources, share information, and unify their efforts as they address business and employer concerns. Taskforce members include representatives from the City of
COVID-19 Community Response Fund
In partnership with The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County, we have jointly established a relief fund that will allow for a central place for people to donate that will serve people most affected in our community. Give Now Collectively we have already raised over $100,000 thanks to the support of local donors. Thanks to all who have already committed to helping meet the most pressing needs during this time. If you are able to support, please click the link
Sentara RMH COVID-19 Information & Updates (Video)
HARRISONBURG, VA – Please see the video linked below for a message from local government, hospital and public health leaders about the importance of everyone in the community pulling together to help lower the spread of COVID-19. Feel free to share this video on your social media channels and by any other means that might be appropriate to help spread this important and potentially life-saving message. https://bcove.video/33xhbPN
Tune in for the Peacebuilder ‘CJP at 25’ podcast!
A time capsule of Eastern Mennonite University’s Center for Justice and Peacebuilding (CJP) is in the works – not to be buried, but uploaded. The artifact in question is a podcast, which will feature ten CJP faculty and staff members reflecting on the history of CJP and their own peacebuilding work. The 10-episode series is set to launch on Wednesday Jan. 22, 2020, with a new episode dropping every other week on the Peacebuilder website. Patience Kamau The podcast is the creation of Patience Kamau, a
