UMW Professor’s Online Initiative Attracts Tens of Thousands
The University of Mary Washington is among countless educational institutions worldwide that have switched to virtual classes due to the coronavirus threat, or COVID-19. Suddenly, students are at home, and so are their teachers. The transition has been daunting for many professors, especially those who have never taught online. But one UMW faculty member saw […]
Copyright Issues With Livestreaming Worship Services During COVID-19 Pandemic
Authored by attorney Jane D. Tucker, jtucker@vanblacklaw.com; 757.446.8625 Religious organizations around the world are searching for ways to continue offering religious services in light of the COVID-19 prohibitions against physically gathering in places of worship. This is particularly true right now as people seek to worship during Easter, Passover, and Ramadan, all of which occur […]
Averett University Announces Don Aungst as New CFO
Averett University is pleased to announce Don Aungst has been hired for the position of vice president & chief financial & operating officer. He started with the University this month. “After an exhaustive national search,” says Averett President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks, “we found the absolute best person for this position. Don is unassuming and […]
MASSMUTUAL GREATER RICHMOND PROVIDING UNIQUE PROGRAMS FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES DURING CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – When routine interaction with employees is changed, productivity and employee satisfaction can suffer. Add uncertainty and fear to daily life and this will compound the situation. The global COVID-19 pandemic will have to play out without any input from business owners, however, steps can be taken to mitigate the negative impacts the […]
Shentel Introduces a New Product Offering: 25 Mbps Flex Internet Service Package
This new pre-paid, contract-free, budget-friendly, fast Internet service allows customers more speed, flexibility and convenience EDINBURG, VA (March 30, 2020) – Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) (NASDAQ: SHEN), a leading provider of telecommunications and broadband services in Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Kentucky and Ohio, today announced a new pre-paid Internet service, the 25 Mbps Flex […]
National Park Service to Temporarily Suspend Park Entrance Fees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: March 18, 2020 Contact: newsmedia@nps.gov National Park Service to Temporarily Suspend Park Entrance Fees WASHINGTON – After careful consideration, Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt directed the National Park Service (NPS) to temporarily suspend the collection of all park entrance fees until further notice. “I’ve directed the National Park Service to waive entrance […]
University of Mary Washington Postpones 2020 Giving Day
The University of Mary Washington has postponed its fourth annual day of online fundraising, Mary Wash Giving Day, originally set to take place Thursday, March 19. In light of the unparalleled impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on UMW, the Fredericksburg community – and the nation, the University instead encourages its constituents to focus on each […]
Experienced Community Associations Attorney Joins Vandeventer Black
Norfolk, VA (March 17, 2020) – Vandeventer Black LLP is pleased to announce the addition of attorney Kathleen W. Panagis to the firm. Kathleen will be a member of the firm’s Community Association’s practice group. Kathleen has extensive experience as general counsel to homeowners and condominium associations located in Virginia. “Kathleen is a great addition […]
Vandeventer Black Donates over $12k to the United Way of South Hampton Roads
Norfolk, Va. (March 11, 2020) – Vandeventer Black LLP joined efforts with the United Way of South Hampton Roads 2019 campaign where the firm successfully raised a total of $12,920 which will help provide: 600 meals for the homeless 50 month-long bus passes 40 support group sessions for a sexual assault victim 40 nights of […]
AVERETT STUDENTS TO RECEIVE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FROM AMERICAN NATIONAL HONORING FORMER BOARD CHAIR FRANKLIN MADDUX
verett University today announced that American National Bank and Trust Company has established the Dr. Frank W. Maddux Endowed Scholarship for Averett students. The scholarship was created in recognition of Maddux’s 17 years of service on the Board of Directors at American National, as well as his years of service and former chairman position on Averett’s Board […]
