Programs Last week: Kent Leonhardt, West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture, shared some of commissions programs and initiatives. Their mission is to provide a safe, abundant and available food supply. He indicated they focus on education before regulation. This week: Bekah Hayes and Meredith Barrett, S.M.I.L.E. Initiative April 1: Sam Gulland, Torch Clean Energy April 8: Shane Farthing, Director, Martinsburg...
Programs Last week: Dr. Wm. Benjamin Martz, Jr., Dean, College of Business, Shepherd University, spoke about the curriculum of the business school and the rationale behind its development. He also outlined the various actions the University took in response to COVID-19. This week: Kent Leonhardt, West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture March 25: Bill Powell, former U.S. Attorney of...
Programs Last week: Robin Zanotti, President, C&O Canal Trust, discussed some of the challenges and accomplishments faced by the organization during the pandemic. Canal Quarters was a silver lining for the Trust since it is perfect for enjoying the C&O Canal National Historical Park while social distancing. This week: Dr. Wm. Benjamin Martz, Jr., Dean, College of...
Programs Last week: Mark S. Nantz, President & CEO, Valley Health System. The system’s region serves 78 million people with 6,200 employees, 28 percent of whom live in West Virginia. Their economic impact on the region is $1.25 billion. This week: Robin Zanotti, President, C&O Canal Trust Coming up: March 11: Dr. Wm. Benjamin Martz, Jr., Dean, College...
Programs Last week: Bill Bowen, Club member and owner of Bunker Hill Antiques, presented “Antiques: What you need to know about selling.” He also shared stories about some of his sports memorabilia. This week: Dean Thomas, WVUH CEO Coming up: February 18: TBD February 25: Mark Nance, Valley Health CEO Opening – Vickie Elliott led us in the Pledge...
Programs Last week: Buzz Poland introduced Mark Letenzi from the developers of the Shenandoah Hotel. Our club met weekly at the Shenandoah for about 50 years. There are 38 apartments in the upper floors and mixed use retail and office space on the main floor. They are hoping to attract a restaurant as well. The project...
Programs Last week: John Taylor is the District International Service Chair. He discussed the impact of service projects around the world and shared some of his own experiences in El Salvador. This week: Mark Letenzi: Shenandoah Hotel Restoration. Coming up: February 4: Bill Bowen, Estate Sales and Antiques Collections February 11th: Dean Thomas, WVUH CEO February 18th: TBD ...
Programs Last week: There was a short club assembly. We are in a strong financial position with 118 members. Robert Sowell, Sr., gave his member bio. He was with the Fairfax Club for 15 years. Dana Orsini, District Governor Elect, provided a District update. Guests John Gillis, guest of Pete Mulford. Derek Parsons, West Virginia Radio Corporation,...
Programs Last week: Chris Kinsler, Publisher and Editor of The Journal, shared The Journal’s top stories of 2020 both for sports and for news. Their top story for sports was the impact of Covid-19 on sports across the board. The top story for news was Covid-19 taking a toll on the eastern panhandle and the state. Coming...
Note about meeting venue: The Club will continue meeting in person at the Holiday Inn, along with an option to join virtually. Programs: Last week: David Welch of WRNR Radio shared top 10 international and local news stories. Week before last: Berkeley County Basketball Coaches each spoke for a couple minutes. Kelly Church, Hedgesville Boys Head Basketball Coach; Kyle Triggs,...