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WINA’s Chief Economic Analyst Ed Burton breaks down the reason oil prices are fluctuating and also provides a prediction for the stability of the economy moving forward.
The Philanthropy Director at the Center at Belvedere talks about the physiological and financial benefits of charitable giving, and financial education programs at the center that help you learn how to effectively use your retirement account in giving.
The Director of Communications for Albemarle County discusses the process for citizens to amend the comprehensive plan, sign on bonuses geared at recruiting law enforcement, rental tax incentives for developers and more.
The Director of the bi-annual Crozet Arts and Crafts Festival provides details for the family friendly event happening on Mother’s Day weekend.
The Fundraising and Events Manager at the Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA discussed their largest annual fundraising event, the Bow Wow walk, which is Saturday May 9th at the Boars Head Inn.
Charlottesville City Councilor Lloyd Snook discusses the state of homelessness report, the status of the low barrier shelter, an approval of a student housing development and the proposed 501 Cherry Avenue grocery store project.
Fire Marshall and Deputy Chief of the Charlottesville Fire Department Joe Phillips discussed the recruitment of women into the fire service as well as a new camp they have developed for young women and girls to learn about a career as first responder. He also discussed the collaboration between local emergency response agencies.
CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses the current state of gas prices and how long this may last as well as recent job market statistics and more.
Sebastian Tephanel, the Chapter Service Officer/Treasurer for the local chapter of the Disabled American Veterans or DAV, and Gary Becker, a member of the chapter and counselor discuss the important work of supporting all veterans in our community and more.
◦ For more information, visit their FB page @ DAV-Charlottesville and DAV33VA.org
◦ To donate directly to Chapter 33, please send a check to 1155 Seminole Trail/ P.O. Box 6816, Charlottesville, VA 22906
WINA Chief Education Analyst and CEO of Clayborne Test Prep and Tutoring, Lee Elberson and Rachel McElroy, owner of Rachel McElroy Coaching and former special education teacher engage in a long form conversation regarding ways to help students manage their social -emotional health, and self-esteem amidst the pressure to perform academically and get into the college of their choice.