News Maker Taryn Logan on a new sports complex
Warren County is proposing a new full sports facility in Rockland.
As with any development of this magnitude the county needs the public’s input.
We spoke with Warren County’s Deputy County Administrator Taryn Logan about the facility in our latest news maker.
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Taryn tells us about the size and scope of the facility.
She also tells us where the complex will be located and how it will be funded.
Taryn also explains where your input should be submitted before June 10.
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News Maker Kristin Derflinger of SCCF on mircroloans
Shenandoah Community Capital Fund (SCCF) is offering microloans to new and small businesses and entrepreneurs.
We spoke with SCCF Microloan Program Manager Kristin Derflinger in our latest news maker.
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Kristin tells what the loans are for and how to apply.
She also tells us how the loans are awarded and number uses for the loans.
Kristin also tells us of the other programs and services provided by SCCF.
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News Maker Jen Avery on The Empty Bowl Supper and more
The House of Hopes Empty Bowl Supper is set for April 30 on Main Street Front Royal.
We spoke with coordinator Jen Avery about the event in our latest news maker segment.
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Jen tells us about the event and how you can help in creating the hand made bowls for the event.
She also tells us about some of the other events that are coming up in the Warren County community.
Jen is also a member of the Warren County Rotary Club and reminds us that the Bike Ride with Rotary is set for Apr. 9.
The bike ride benefits Reaching Out Now and Cars Changing Lives.
Also the Women’s Resource Center plans their Dare to Dream Awards event on Mar. 24 that includes an online auction to benefit the center.
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News Makers Larry Elliot and Joanne Koszyk of C-Cap
The Warren County Economic Development Authority (EDA) and the Front Royal Warren County Congregational Community Action Project (C-Cap) have finalized a deal on a new facility.
We spoke with Larry Elliot and Joanne Koszyk of C-Cap about the latest development in our latest news maker segment.
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Larry and Joanne tell us about the new facility and what it means to C-Cap’s clients.
They also tell us about how the new facility will open up opportunities at C-Cap.
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News Maker Garrett Jackson on free tax preparation
People Inc. of Woodstock is offering free tax preparation for anyone making less than $58,000 a year.
We spoke with People Inc. Volunteer Services Coordinator Garrett Jackson in our latest news maker segment.
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Garrett explains how we can connect with the free tax service anywhere in the northern Shenandoah Valley.
He also explains that People Inc. hopes to offer in person tax service soon.
Garrett also talks about how you can volunteer to help with the service if you would like.
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News Maker Eric Anderson on how Red Cross is progressing
The American Red Cross is asking for patience as they continue to struggle with donations and staffing issues.
We spoke again this week with the Executive Director of the American Red Cross for the greater Shenandoah Valley Eric Anderson in our latest news maker.
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Eric tells us of the difficulties the Red Cross has faced with the pandemic, drive cancellations and staff shortages.
He also tells us that some progress is being made but it is a slow processes.
Eric tells us the best way for us to help is to keep making those donation appointments at redcrossblood.org.
Making an appointment using your zip code will help you find a blood drive near you.
Eric also tells us how useful that website is in finding other donation opportunities.
Eric also tells us about a 72 year old first time donor who wishes she had given years before.
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News Maker Barbara Dickinson on a Handley Library event
Handley Regional Library Systems and Friends of Handley Library are hosting a virtual event Sat. Feb. 12 at 11 a.m..
We spoke with the Executive Director of the Friends of Handley Library Systems Barbara Dickinson about the event in our latest news maker.
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Barbara tells us about the Creative Women of Fisher’s Hill session at the library.
Barbara tells us of the origin of the historical discovery of three ladies that lived in and around Fisher’s Hill at the turn of the century.
She also tells us about how successful the ladies were.
Barbara also includes information about future plans for a genealogy workshop at the library.
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Registration for Sat’s. event and information about future events at Handley Library Systems can be found here.
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News Maker Bret Hrbek on 100 years of Edward Jones
Edward Jones is celebrating one hundred years of service this year.
We talk with Bret Hrbek of the Front Royal Office about the planned celebration coming in our latest news maker.
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Bret tells us a little history behind Edward Jones.
He also tells us about the continued commitment to the community.
Bret also tells us about the celebrations of 100 years that will be coming in 2022.
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News Maker Preston Knight of SVEC elections for the Board of Directors
Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) has several board seats open in the up coming Board of Director’s elections.
As we do the first Friday of each month we talk to an SVEC representative about upcoming events.
Today Communications Manger Preston Knight checks in with us on our latest news maker.
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Preston tells us about the openings on the SVEC Board of Directors.
He tells how you can apply and when the elections will be held.
Preston also has details on a trip and scholarships for students from SVEC.
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News Maker Dr. Riley of BRWC on wildlife and winter
Although today is a little warmer than it has been winter isn’t done yet.
We spoke with Dr. Jen Riley of Blue Ridge Wildlife Center (BRWC) about how animals adapt to cold weather in our latest news maker segment.
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Veterinarian Dr. Riley talks about how the animals adapt and survive the winter.
She also tells us things that we should and shouldn’t do to “help” the wildlife.
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