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Monica’s Story, But God’s Glory

AFP

Monica is one of two recipients of the 2013 Youth in Philanthropy for the Shenandoah Chapter. She will be recognized the week of her birthday on November 25th. Monica and her mother will visit James Madison University and speak with their chapter of National Student Speech-Language Hearing Association.

Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival comes to Harrisonburg

Chris Graham

Wild Virginia is proud to be hosting the Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival “On Tour.” Wild and Scenic On Tour brings together a selection of short films that tell a story about our planet, our beautiful and precious wildlands, and the people of the communities who love and defend them.

Matt Lohr

Matt Lohr: New grant fund recognizes needs of ag-based business

AFP

Ever since I became the Commissioner of Agriculture two years ago and gained a broader view of agriculture throughout the entire state, I have noticed that Virginia really values its farmers. Of course agriculture is the state’s largest industry, and I’m sure that earns us some points right there. But I think there is a deep-seated appreciation of our farmers in Virginia and a realization of how much they contribute to our quality of life.