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Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Seth J. Ragosta was recently elected as a Board of Governors Member of the Family Law Section of the Virginia State Bar. The section provides information regarding family law to the public through its website and its publications (including Children and Divorce, Marriage in Virginia, Divorce in Virginia, Spare the Child, and Financial Issues in Divorce). The Virginia legislature periodically seeks ...read more
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Thursday, August 07, 2025
Blue Ridge Safety Association Recognizes OSHA 10 General Industry RecipientsWorkforce safety strengthened as local employees complete OSHA 10-Hour training program   Tony Estela - Production Coordinator, Tyanna Taylor - Quality Assurance & Safety Technician and Nick Garrety (not pictured) Quality & Safety Manager with Friendship Industries proudly display their OSHA 10-Hour General Industry ...read more
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Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Retired educator Cynthia Prieto plans to leverage the next two years of her time as board chair at The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham to increase knowledge, action, and access. Prieto takes over from professional advisor Kevin Flint, who concluded his service June 30. TCFHR manages more than $88 million in assets on behalf of charitable citizens. Since 1998, the foundation ...read more
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
  7/22/2025 Brain Injury Connections of the Shenandoah Valley is calling on compassionate individuals in the Shenandoah Valley to enrich the lives of brain injury survivors through companionship and social engagement.   As a PALS volunteer, you’ll be paired with a survivor to enjoy community outings, leisure activities, and social events of your choosing. This experience fosters a ...read more
Monday, July 21, 2025
Most people don’t know that community foundations are required to have a board of directors comprised of local residents. These representatives direct the foundation’s work, investing themselves and their expertise through the philanthropic initiatives that support and benefit the community. The relationship between the community foundation’s board members, staff, donors and the residents they ...read more
Tuesday, July 08, 2025
Virtue Solar, a leading solar installation company in Virginia, has released a new blog post titled “What the “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Solar in Virginia”.  It explores the implications of the recent "One Big Beautiful Bill" on the solar industry, particularly for Virginia residents. Signed into law on July 4th, 2025, this significant piece of energy legislation introduces several changes to ...read more
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Monday, July 07, 2025
For Immediate Release: Blue Ridge CASA for Children Seeks Volunteers to Advocate for Vulnerable Children Harrisonburg, VA — Blue Ridge CASA for Children is calling on compassionate individuals in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County to step up and make a life-changing difference for children in need. We encourage you to “Change a Child’s Story” by becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate ...read more
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Monday, June 23, 2025
Virtue Solar, a trusted local solar installer serving Central Virginia since 2015, has published a new blog post explaining important developments in Congress that could significantly affect the federal solar tax credit. The post outlines proposed changes in the Senate that would shorten the timeline for claiming the 30% federal tax credit—especially for homeowners. Under the current ...read more
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Friday, June 13, 2025
In the not-so-distant past, a business transaction often came with a smile, a shared moment, maybe even a conversation about the weather or the kids. But the growing dominance of touchscreens, chatbots, and home-office routines has dulled those sparks. Small businesses—the ones built on trust, neighborhood familiarity, and human presence—now face a digital frost. The irony is stark: as the world ...read more
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025
New Blog: What Do Watts, Kilowatts, and Kilowatt-Hours Really Mean for Solar?If you're looking into solar for your home, you've probably come across numbers like “10kW system” or “produces 12,000 kWh per year.” And if those numbers feel a bit abstract, you’re not alone.  We’ve been installing quality solar in Virginia since 2015, and just published a new article to break it all down in plain ...read more
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Friday, May 16, 2025
Virtue Solar, a leading solar installation company serving Harrisonburg, VA, has released a new blog post discussing critical proposed changes to Virginia's net metering policy by Dominion Energy. As a company committed to building high-quality solar systems, Virtue Solar highlights the significant implications of these changes for homeowners looking to install solar, as well as commercial solar ...read more
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Wednesday, October 09, 2024
In today’s competitive business environment, identifying and utilizing the right expertise is crucial for growth. Success in sales and marketing goes beyond having a strong product or service; it requires strategically addressing gaps with the right professionals. Finding these experts can significantly impact your business's trajectory. This article provides practical steps to help you make ...read more
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