Augusta County Library Calendar

Chris Graham

Ongoing at the Augusta County Library this month. Tuesday, Sept. 8, 4 pm: Second Tuesday Book Club. Ages 18 & up. Free. Augusta County Library, Fishersville 949-6354 or 885-3961 Tuesday, Sept. 8, 4 pm: The Buzz on Beez: Hive Alive! Kevin Jones brings a live hive and talks about the not-so-secret life of bees. The…

Chris DeWald | Impulsiveness and Stroke Survivors

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According to the American Stroke Association, some survivors experience apathy and don’t seem to care about anything. “People often mistake this for depression because survivors are content to sit and stare at the wall all day.” “The best response is to get them active and moving. Give them a choice of what to do or…

The Latest

Chris Graham

Friday, Aug. 28 – State News: Civil liberties group says Residency Task Force proposal contains some advances, but also significant setbacks for registration by students and others – Local News: Seniors advised to get flu shots Thursday, Aug. 27 – Local News: Progress Augusta meeting set for next week Wednesday, Aug. 26 – State News:…

Updates from The Hill

Chris Graham

Wednesday, July 29 – Perriello joins Dairy Farmers Caucus – HUD grants approved for affordable rental housing in Virginia Tuesday, July 28 – Warner hosts broadband summit – Perriello bill to extend medical benefits to people who care for disabled vets passes Monday, July 27 – Perriello discuss progress on legislation to protect D-Day Memorial

Tom Perriello | Fifth District Report

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I’d like to report on two pieces of legislation I’ve introduced in Congress. As a member of the Health Subcommittee of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, I’ve had the privilege of working to provide the best health care not just for our veterans but also for their families, who join in this incredible sacrifice for…

Tom Perriello | Fifth District Report

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Most Americans take deep pride in the quality of our nation’s medical care, but also share deep concerns about the skyrocketing cost and shrinking accessibility of health care. The rising price of health care and insurance is crushing many of our local businesses and our working families, while entitlement programs related to health care threaten…

Brain-injury group wins state grants

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Crossroads to Brain Injury Recovery Inc. was awarded $144,966 in state general funds to provide case management for individuals affected by brain injury. The funds are administered by the Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services, and the contract will run from July 1, 2009, through June 30, 2010, with an option to renew for up to…