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Patriot’s Path says it’s time fore its Annual Golf fundraiser

August 30, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Patriot’s Path says it’s time fore its Annual Golf fundraiser

Charles Town, WV – Hear ye, hear ye. (Remember how events were announced back in the Revolutionary War days?) On September 24, 2010, HMS Technologies, Inc. will be presenting the 2nd Annual Patriot’s Path Foundation Golf Tournament at the Locust Hill Golf Course in Charles Town, W. Va. In discussing the decision to be the presentation sponsor for...
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Goodlatte holding “America Speaking Out” town hall tomorrow

August 30, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Goodlatte holding “America Speaking Out” town hall tomorrow

Washington, D.C. – If you’re in Virginia – or wherever – now’s the time to stand up and be heard. “Politicians” are supposed to be working for us, not the other way around. Congressman Bob Goodlatte has announced that he will be holding an “America Speaking Out” town hall meeting in the Shenandoah Valley tomorrow - where he...
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Fort Valley Lyceum hosting Virginia citizen forum on Hydrofracking on Aug. 28

August 19, 2010
By Press_Release
Fort Valley Lyceum hosting Virginia citizen forum on Hydrofracking on Aug. 28

Fort Valley, VA – Come learn about an issue that’s sure to affect families across the Valley. On Saturday, August 28, 2010, The Fort Valley Lyceum will present a special citizen information session entitled; “Marcellus Shale Natural Gas Exploration in the Valley.” The event will be held from 10 to 11 a.m.. (The organizers...
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Volunteers Needed to Harvest Vegetables to Feed the Hungry

August 19, 2010
By Press_Release
Volunteers Needed to Harvest Vegetables to Feed the Hungry

Woodstock, VA – It’s great exercise and a sure way to help others. The Volunteer Farm of Shenandoah is calling for volunteers to help harvest tons of vegetables needed to feed the hungry people through two food banks serving about a third of Virginia. Get Ready to Volunteer The farm is harvesting beans, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes,...
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Greenpeace sends ship to Gulf on expedition to independently document effects of BP spill

August 10, 2010
By Press_Release
Greenpeace sends ship to Gulf on expedition to independently document effects of BP spill

Washington, D.C. – Here’s a letter just released today from Dan Howells, Greenpeace Deputy Campaign Director: Arctic Sunrise sets our for Gulf “White House energy adviser Carol Browner has recently been making the talk show rounds and telling the public about a new government assessment that shows that 75 percent of the oil from BP’s drilling...
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“Striking 12” runs August 28 – Sept. 25 at Wayside Theatre

August 10, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
“Striking 12” runs August 28 – Sept. 25 at Wayside Theatre

Middletown – Out with the old. In with the new. Today, Wayside Theatre Artistic Director Warner Crocker announced the third play of the 2010-2011 season – Striking 12 – as well as its cast and performance schedule. Written by Groove Lilly, the musical comedy Striking 12, will run August 28 through September 25, 2010. “Wayside...
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Operation Purple Summer Camp serves children of deployed soldiers

August 9, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Operation Purple Summer Camp serves children of deployed soldiers

Harrisonburg, VA – Last winter, The National Military Family Association chose Camp Horizons as the host of their popular Operation Purple Summer Camp for 2010.  The Association developed a free summer camp program in response to the need for increased support for military children, especially those whose parents are or will be deployed this...
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Readers of Entangled, new novel by Graham Hancock, experience time from a new perspective

August 9, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Readers of Entangled, new novel by Graham Hancock, experience time from a new perspective

From the bookshelf – Entangled is the first fantasy adventure novel from the bestselling non-fiction author Graham Hancock. He writes: “This is a fantasy adventure time-slip novel, and as you can see this is quite a departure for me – fiction instead of non-fiction. But between the lines of what (I hope) is a non-stop action...
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Don’t like hydrofracking? Neither does New York

August 3, 2010
By Lauren Tabor
Don’t like hydrofracking? Neither does New York

The local area that has been picked out by a company for hydrofracking is somewhat out of the way, though still important. However, central New York is, well, in the middle of everything, and, more importantly, provides water for one of the largest cities in the world: New York City. The dramatic...
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Teasel – a Weed or a Godsend?

July 30, 2010
By Melissa Manning
Teasel – a Weed or a Godsend?

Strasburg, VA – Weeds, weeds, and more weeds. Teasel is a weed that you will see in the Shenandoah Valley along the roadsides. Look for a tall, thistle type weed with little green or brown pineapples on the top. This familiar weed is actually an import from the Mediterranean area or the Balkans, which...
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God’s own “Back to the Future” found in a timeless, personal moment of creation

July 27, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
God’s own “Back to the Future” found in a timeless, personal moment of creation

Earth – What in the world is happening lately? Want to gain some “newly-found” insights on the way the world operates and your role in it? How our collective past meets future in the evolving moment? The Gnostic Gospel of Thomas reveals Jesus’ words on the Kingdom of God. You could say that it’s...
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Route 11 Yard Crawl on August 14 is the longest yard sale in Virginia

July 23, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Route 11 Yard Crawl on August 14 is the longest yard sale in Virginia

Shenandoah Valley, VA – On Saturday, August 14, 2010,  beginning at 7 a.m., the Route 11 Yard Crawl will return for its sixth year.  From New Market, Virginia in the South to Stephens City to the North, the “Crawl” has grown into a 50-mile  junk & treasure adventure. The Shenandoah County Chamber Advisory Group, along...
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Innovation: Shenandoah County schools compete for energy savings

July 21, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Innovation: Shenandoah County schools compete for energy savings

Woodstock, VA – An innovative program in the Valley has involved students in helping to save energy in the Shenandoah County School District. The results: Through the efforts of school and division energy management teams, the Shenandoah County Public Schools were able to save $47,551 in electrical service costs during the months of January, February, March,...
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Scam: Charged $2,425 per-minute for dialing area codes 809, 294 or 876

July 20, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Scam: Charged $2,425 per-minute for dialing area codes 809, 294 or 876

U.S.A. – AT & T has verified the existence of a phone scam that can result in charges of more than $2,000 per minute by calling area codes 809, 294 or 876. Do not ever dial numbers with the following area codes: 809, 294, 876. Residents in Virginia this week are reporting a scam. “I actually...
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Weekend of music spots Mary Chapin Carpenter and the Saw Doctors in Orkney Springs

July 19, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Weekend of music spots Mary Chapin Carpenter and the Saw Doctors in Orkney Springs

Orkney Springs, VA – The Valley Music Scene – The third weekend of the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival in Orkney Springs, Va. on August 13 and 14, 2010,  will feature: one of the nation’s best known Grammy-winning singer/songwriter on her first summer tour in years, and a chart-topping Irish folk-rock band. ***** On Friday, August 13...
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Tour WV hydrofracking site; See what Virginia will look like if Carrizo drills without regulations

July 16, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Tour WV hydrofracking site; See what Virginia will look like if Carrizo drills without regulations

Wetzel County, WV and Bergton, VA – PHOTO ESSAY – What does the 1st proposed hydrofracking operation in Virginia have to do with the water supply for citizens of the Shenandoah Valley and the Greater Washington D.C. area? A lot. A Four-Hour Tour “Sit right back” and ride with me through rural WV. See for yourself...
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A Shining Light Across America; nationwide events to celebrate Boy Scouts 100th year (July 25-31)

July 15, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
A Shining Light Across America; nationwide events to celebrate Boy Scouts 100th year (July 25-31)

Fort AP Hill, Va – For the first time in the history of the Boy Scouts of America, the entire Scouting community will be brought together for a single, nationwide event to celebrate the organization’s 100th birthday, and reflect on what the organization has meant to millions of  America’s youth. Shining Our Light Across the...
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Steven Thomas court date in Staunton tomorrow; privatized prisons under the spotlight

July 13, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Steven Thomas court date in Staunton tomorrow; privatized prisons under the spotlight

Staunton, VA – 7Bends received this open letter from Steven L. Thomas about his trial that is scheduled to begin tomorrow, July 14, 2010, at the Augusta County Courthouse, located at 1 East Johnson Street in Staunton, VA 24402. We print it here. Decide For Yourself Read and form your opinion about whether justice is being...
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Irony: California Legislation could save big energy companies money, as oil still flows in Gulf

July 11, 2010
By Press_Release
Irony: California Legislation could save big energy companies money, as oil still flows in Gulf

Reported on July 11, 2010 by Jack Dolan, of the Los Angeles Times - “Sacramento -  A plan to let oil companies leave large parts of decommissioned drilling rigs in the ocean off California’s coast, saving them hundreds of millions of dollars, is sailing through the California Legislature at a time when the Gulf of...
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Air France jet, passengers and crew, experience bomb scare landing

July 11, 2010
By Press_Release
Air France jet, passengers and crew, experience bomb scare landing

The Associated Press on Sunday, 11 July 2010, issued report that an: “Air France passenger jet heading from Rio de Janeiro to Paris made an emergency landing in north-eastern Brazil, following a bomb threat. All 405 passengers and 18 crew members were safely evacuated from Flight 443, said Jorge Andrade, a spokesman for airport authority Infraero. A...
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