Shannon releases anti-gang platform

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Attorney-general candidate Steve Shannon today announced his comprehensive plan to reduce gang crime and recruitment in Virginia. “Gang violence and recruitment are a top threat to public safety here in Virginia,” said Shannon. “As attorney general I will work with schools, community groups and parents to stop gang activity before it starts. I will also…

Gene Hart, Greg Marrow and John Lesinski | A(n)other failure of leadership for the Valley

Chris Graham

As veterans in our country’s military service, we each learned about leadership and how to get things done. But rarely, if ever, have we witnessed such a profound failure of leadership as that shown by the Shenandoah Valley’s current delegates at last week’s special session of the General Assembly.

Chamber names interim president

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The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce has named an interim president. Richard “Dick” Morin will serve in the position until a new president is named, the chamber announced today. Morin replaces James Berg, who stepped down for undisclosed reasons on Aug. 18. Morin’s appointment is effective Thursday.

Stimulus funds to boost efforts to convert to propane

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Gov. Timothy M. Kaine this week announced the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 has appropriated significant funding for the Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy’s Paving the Way with Propane: The AutoGas Corridor Development Program. The AutoGas Corridor Development Program is a unique, progressive project aimed at building the infrastructure for public…

TSSI announces staff additions

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Tactical & Survival Specialties Inc. has announced the addition of several new managers to its staff. Harrisonburg-based TSSI is a multi-functional, team oriented corporation dedicated to the logistic support of military, law enforcement, and disaster response professionals worldwide. TSSI is recognized as a leader in providing tactical and operational support equipment as well as product…

Stimulus funds to go to programs for infants, toddlers with disabilities

Chris Graham

Gov. Timothy M. Kaine on Friday announced the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 has appropriated significant funding for Virginia’s Early Intervention Program under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The U.S. Department of Education awarded more than $10 million for Virginia under the Part C Grants for Infants and…

RMH receives regional award for contribution to EMS

Chris Graham

The Central Shenandoah Emergency Medical Services Council (CSEMSC) recently presented Rockingham Memorial Hospital with its annual regional award for outstanding contribution to emergency medical service. RMH was honored along with eight individuals, one regional EMS agency and one coalition at a July 22 ceremony.