News Maker Jacob Matz explains how BRAFB supports pantries
Blue Ridge Area Food Bank (BRAFB) supports food pantries like the Front Royal Warren County Congregational Community Action Project (C-CAP).
In fact BRAFB supports Food Pantries throughout the Shenandoah Valley.
We spoke with BRAFB’s Partner Encouragement Manager Jacob Matz about supporting the effort to feed those in need in our latest news maker.
News makers are sponsored by Warren County.
Experience Warren County Where History, Nature, and Family Come Together.
Jacob explains how the need has grown since the end of COVID-19 relief benefits and inflation.
He also tells how BRAFB works to combat food insecurity valley wide.
Jacob also tells us that supporting Camping for Hunger is one of the best ways to help in the effort.
Click here for Jacob’s news maker.
For more news from across the Shenandoah Valley, click here.
Frederick Water and Administrators reinstate the Drought Emergency
Frederick Water in coordination with the Frederick County Administrators have once again instituted a Drought Emergency effective November 15.
Where it has rained Frederick County only received 25 percent of the average rainfall in October.
With no significant rain forecasted in the near future the drought conditions persist.
The most server conditions are concentrated in the Shenandoah Valley.
Despite plenty of rain in September groundwater levels have continued to decline thus the drought emergency.
Access to reliable water supply is not only critical for health and safety of our community but also imperative for fire suppression among other uses.
Much like in the summer citizens are asked to conserve water and reduce consumption by 20 percent for rural customers and by 25 percent for non-residential customers.
Water conservation tips are found here..
For more news from across the Shenandoah Valley, click here.
SVERN and FCSO rescue 11 animals in Frederick County
The Shenandoah Valley Equine Rescue Network (SVERN) assisted Frederick County Sheriff’s Office with a seizure of 11 animals from Stephens City.
The equine are various shapes and sizes 4 of them are in critical care three require round the clock feeding.
Five of the animals have a degree of blindness and three are blind.
One needed eye removal surgery which was preformed last November 9.
All the equine needed emergency care for their feet.
SVERN receives no support from the commonwealth for the care of these animals.
This year alone the SVERN with Law Enforcement have acquired almost 40 animals total.
Donations from the community both monetary and feed will be graciously accepted at SVERN website here.
For more news from across the Shenandoah Valley, click here.
Frederick County’s Fire Marshal discourages open fires
Due to the dry conditions both the National Weather Service and Frederick County’s Fire Marshal announced that they strongly discourage outdoor burning of any kind.
Conditions across Northern and Central Virginia and Eastern West Virginia are expected to be conducive for taking fire out of control.
Winds by the afternoon of November 15 are expected to gust to 30 miles per hour at times and the lack of moisture could be dangerous.
Those conditions coupled with the lack of rain along with fallen leaves as ready fuel citizens are asked to be cautious with any and all open flame.
Residents are urged to exercise caution with equipment that emits sparks as well.
Cigarette butts need to be disposed of properly and keep vehicles off grassy areas.
Many communities have bans on open air burns and that continues until further notice.
For more news from across the Shenandoah Valley, click here.
Stephen City man arrested in Frederick Maryland for solicitation
Frederick County Maryland Sheriff’s Office (FCMSO) report the arrest of a Stephens City man.
On November 11 FCMSO arrested Stephens City resident Brian Brooks on eight separate counts of sexual solicitation of a minor.
The 43-year-old Brooks was targeted by the Internet Crimes Against Children Frederick County Maryland Division on October 11.
At that time Brooks made unsolicited contact with a person he believed to be a 14-year-old through a cellular device.
The 14-year-old was in reality a detective working undercover who warned Brooks several times that he was speaking to someone underage.
Despite the warning Brooks continued to engage in a conversation soliciting numerous sex acts.
Brooks stated that he would travel from Virginia to Frederick County Maryland to engage with the minor.
After making the trip and meeting at an arranged location Brooks was arrested upon arrival without incident.
FCMSO Lieutenant Andrew Crone stated that Brooks knew without a doubt that he was talking to a minor.
Brooks was taken to the Frederick County Maryland Adult Detention Center for booking.
His charges include crossing state lines for intent of sexual acts with a minor.
For more news from across the Shenandoah Valley, click here.
BCSO arrest a son for the death of his mom
The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) reports an investigation of a suspicious death in Bunker Hill.
Nellie West was found deceased in her home on Warrior Drive on November 6.
Investigators noted the 72-year-old West had injuries consistent with neglect.
Her body was transported to Charleston for an autopsy and official confirmation of neglect as the cause of death.
A warrant for the arrest of West’s son, Mark, was secured by authorities.
Mark West was arrested Thursday November 9 and has been charged with neglect of an incapacitated adult causing death.
Anyone with any information in this incident should contact Berkeley County Sheriff’s office at 304-267-7000.
For more news from across the Shenandoah Valley, click here.
News Maker Carrie Hill on DRA help with Camping for Hunger
During the Camping for Hunger campaign, invaluable help is offered every night by the students of Dominion Ridge Academy (DRA).
We spoke with Saturday morning newsperson Carrie Hill about it in our latest news maker.
News makers are sponsored by Warren County.
Experience Warren County Where History, Nature, and Family Come Together.
Carrie is also an employee of DRA where she wears a number of hats that include coordinating the students for the monstrous effort of stacking and packing the food the community brings us.
She also gives us a little history behind the continual endeavor that we are eternally grateful for.
Carrie also gives us a preview of what to expect from the school this year.
Click here for Carrie’s news maker.
For more news from across the Shenandoah Valley, click here.
Sports: Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Area Teams Getting Ready For Regional Semis, Caps Blank Knights, CFP Rankings
Dylan Strome lights the lamp for the Caps in a 3-0 win over Vegas. Courtesy Capitals Radio Network…