WEMC trio
Staff Report
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They are three men on a mission – seeking to serve up an appetizing smorgasbord of eclectic music that may otherwise not hit the local radio airwaves.
John L. Horst, Ted Grimsrud and Jim Bishop produce and host weekly programs on public radio station WEMC, 91.7 FM. They do it on a volunteer basis because they believe there are sufficient numbers of people hankering for their special brands of music.
And, while they acknowledge that their programs appeal to a “niche market,” they get enthusiastic listener response to shore up their conviction. Read more
Exchange Club works to raise awareness of child abuse
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During this week, Monday, Nov. 30 through Saturday, Dec. 5, the Waynesboro Exchange Club will be distributing helpful informational brochures on child abuse and free blue light bulbs as part of its Blue Light of Hope Campaign to promote prevention of child abuse.
Unfortunately, child abuse is widespread, affecting children of all ages – from babies only a few months old to teenagers. It happens to both boys and girls, and often results in life-long trauma or death. Tragically, the majority of child abuse occurs in their homes — due to such factors as parental stress, unrealistic expectation of a child, lack of understanding of child development, drug and alcohol abuse, marital difficulties, domestic violence and mental illness. Read more
Casual comments
Column by Nan Russell
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“Nana, when I get older, I want blue eyes,” my nearly 3-year-old granddaughter remarked, prompting a discussion about eye color followed by praise for her dark brown eyes. Still she persisted in her wishful thinking, telling to her grandfather, mother, and father that she was going to be getting blue eyes soon.
It was nearing the end of a weekend visit when I realized why. Her newborn sister appears to have blue eyes and a casual comment by her mother about how nice it would be if they stayed blue like her father’s, triggered my granddaughter’s determination to achieve the same eye-standing as her tiny sister. Read more
Concerns regarding terror trials
Column by Rob Wittman
www.wittman.house.gov
Recently we all have learned that Attorney General Eric Holder has planned to bring several of the 9/11 attack masterminds to New York City for trial. As you know, I’ve been a voice from the beginning, against bringing these terrorists to the Commonwealth for trial or detention, and I hold the same feelings towards their arrival to any location in the U.S. Many of us in Washington, including the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Ike Skelton, have deep concerns and objections to bringing these enemy combatants to be tried in civilian courts on U.S. soil. Read more
Fifth District Report
Column by Tom Perriello
www.perriello.house.gov
As we enter the holiday season, we take the time to give thanks for our blessings, and to remember those less fortunate and how we can help our neighbors who are struggling to feed their families during this economic downturn. The need for help at our local food banks this year is grave, with many local food organizations reporting a 30 percent increase in demand since last year. People seeking assistance from food banks include those who have lost their jobs, as well as the working poor – folks who work two or three jobs but are still being crushed by the costs of housing, health care, and energy bills. Read more
Historical markers focus of book release
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Markerhistory.com recently announced the release of Virginia Marker History – Volume V – Shenandoah Valley Region as part of its Historical Marker Collection series.
“The Shenandoah Valley region guidebook brings history home, eliminating the danger of being rear-ended while slowing down or pulling over on busy roads to read the markers.”, according to Richard Harrison, publisher, markerhistory.com. “For people who view and read images of historical road markers online, it adds and an element of convenience and enjoyment by removing the requirement to be in front of a screen.” Read more
Vision and brain injury
Posted November 30, 2009
Column by Chris DeWald
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Filed under Blogs · Tagged with brain injury, cerebral vascular accident, cva, tbi, traumatic brain injury