News Maker Tony Carter on Warren Heritage Activities
The Warren Heritage Society has a number of activities planned for spring and Summer.
They also have one last winter event on Mar. 15 with a celebration for their volunteers.
We spoke to archivist Tony Carter about it in our latest news maker.
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Tony tells us about the Mar. 15 event and that you can get in on it if you volunteer by Mon. Mar. 13.
He also tells us that you can do several different things as a volunteer.
Tony also tells us of the upcoming summer History Camp that you should start thinking about now as it fills up fast.
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News Maker Todd Jones on the upcoming SRT meeting
A public meeting for input and information on the proposed Shenandoah Rail Trail (SRT) is scheduled March 23 at 7 p.m. at Samuel’s Public Library.
We spoke to Warren County’s Director of Technology Todd Jones about the meeting in our latest news maker.
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Todd tells us the scope of the proposed project and money allocated to accomplish it.
He also tells us how important it is to attend the meeting and let our thoughts on the project be known.
Todd also has some information on projects at the county pool.
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News Maker Jennifer Parker of DSS on SNAP relief options
Concerns have been raised about the loss of funds after the last of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP emergency funds were delivered.
Beneficiaries are facing financial shortfalls when once those emergency funds are exhausted.
Regional Departments of Social Services are offering assistance in this situation.
We spoke to the Director of Clarke County’s Department of Social Services Jennifer Parker about it in our latest news maker.
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Jennifer tells us even if you receive SNAP benefits you are also able to take advantage of food pantries in your area.
She also tells us that there are mobile opportunities that help to reduce the travel concerns in Clarke County.
Jennifer also reminds us that no matter what your personal situation is you can always reach out your local Department of Social Services for help.
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News Maker Megan Gordon of PACA on their Polar Plunge
Page Alliance for Community Action (PACA) will hold a Polar Plunge on Feb. 18 at Lake Arrowhead.
We spoke with PACP Program Director Megan Gordon about the event in our latest news maker.
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Megan tells us of the event and why it is important to sign up before Jan. 31.
She also tells us of the major incentives to participate in the Polar Plunge and the reasons to attend even if you don’t want to take the plunge.
Megan also tells us of the services that PACA provides for the community.
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News Maker Con Burch on Windsong Community Chorus
The Windsong Community Chorus will host 2 open houses and recruitments for additional singers Jan. 9 and 16.
We spoke with Windsong Artistic Director Con Burch about the opportunity in our latest news maker.
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Con tells us about the open houses to be held at the Opequon Presbyterian Church at 217 Opequon Church Lane.
She also tells us a potential singer will need to bring their COVID-19 Vaccination Card.
Con also gives us a little history behind the singers and organizations that benefit from their performances.
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News Maker Joanne Koszyk on final figures from CFH
The donations collected at the bus itself from the week of Camping For Hunger (CFH) have been calculated.
We spoke with the Executive Director of the Congregational Community Action Project (C-CAP) Joanne Koszyk in our latest news maker.
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Joanne gives us the final numbers from the week on the CFH bus.
She also expresses her and all of C-CAP’s gratitude for a tremendous community effort.
Joanne also explains that donations are still being accepted here.
The River 953 and Fox Sports Radio 1450 owner staff and management are also very grateful for the Community support of the annual week long CFH campaign again this year.
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News Maker William Huck on a Special Olympics fundraiser
A special Olympics’ fundraiser is planned for this Sat. Feb. 5 and a local team hopes to participate.
The event is a Polar Plunge to take place in Virginia Beach.
We spoke with William Huck about the fundraiser in our latest news maker.
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William tells us about the event and the team effort to be a part of it.
William also tells us how you can get involved to help out this worthy cause.
He also tells us how important the event is to Special Olympics.
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Find out more about it at William’s C&C Frozen Treats 409 East Main Street Front Royal.
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News Maker Jason Craig of VH on COVID-19 testing locations
As we have mentioned and Gov. Northam has confirmed in an email COVID-19 testing cannot be performed at hospital emergency rooms.
We spoke with Valley Health’s (VH) Director for Community Health Jason Craig about it in our latest news maker.
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Jason confirms that emergency rooms are for emergency situations and not for COVID testing.
He tells us where test are to be preformed all across our region including Frederick, Warren, Shenandoah and Page Counties.
Jason not only tells us where testing is being done but what has to be done before you get that test.
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News Maker Elise Stine-Doliner on the UWNSV grant applications
The United Way of the Northern Shenandoah Valley (UWNSV) is accepting applications for impact grants.
We spoke to the UWNSV’s Senior Director of Advancement Elise Stine-Doliner about it in our latest news maker.
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Elise explains the process for deciding who receives the grants and the qualifications.
She also explains the deadlines involved in applying.
Elise also has information on how to become a volunteer to process and help decide who gets a grant.
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News Maker Lavenda Denney on Winchester SPCA’s paws and pages
The Winchester Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is introducing a program that could be relaxing for both humans and adoptable pets.
We spoke to Winchester SPCA Executive Director Lavenda Denney about the program Paws and Pages in our latest news maker.
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Lavenda explains how reading to the adoptable pets has a real reaction from the animals.
Lavenda also tells us how it can relax the person doing the reading as well.
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