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Central Virginia heroes recognized by Red Cross

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April 24, 2024

Central Virginia heroes recognized by Red Cross

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – The American Red Cross of Central Virginia is recognizing nearly a dozen people for their work. It held its “Help Can’t Wait 2024: Celebration of Heroes” event on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

The event honors heroes who have saved a life, performed an act of courage, or served and provided leadership in the community.

One of the recipients is Curt Bean. He was honored with the Services to the Armed Forces Hero for his work with Guitars for Vets. It gives veterans free music lessons and guitars.

“By learning to play the music, it helps not only the veteran but the family. And music uses a different side of the brain than PTSD does,” said Recipient of the Services to the Armed Forces Hero Award, Curt Bean.

As a veteran himself, Curt received his award for the impact he brings to the military community in Charlottesville.

“Curt had several nominations. He is an amazing man. We’re just so happy to honor him today. He’s actually got three tables of supporters here to you know, just celebrate the good work that he does with the military that trends in the community,” said Board Member of the American Red Cross Central Virginia Chapter, Catherine Chapman.

From helping veterans to saving an elderly lady’s life in a sinking car.

Nine people were recognized for their acts of courage.

“We have three lifeguards that actually saved the life of an elderly woman whose car was submerged. And so it’s so exciting to have young people that have really stepped up to the plate to serve their fellow man and to honor them,” said Chapman.

All funds raised from the event go back to the American Red Cross.

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Virginia basketball lands transfer guard from Florida State

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May 4, 2024

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Virginia basketball lands transfer guard from Florida State

CHARLOTTESVILLE – Virginia has its first transfer portal pickup of the offseason, adding Florida State guard Jalen Warley on Saturday.

Warley, a 6-foot-7 former McDonald’s All-American, averaged 7.5 points, 2.8 assists and 2.6 rebounds per game last season for the Seminoles, and can play both point guard and shooting guard.

Warley, who grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, visited UVa on Thursday as coach Tony Bennett continues his work to remake a roster that loses point guard Reece Beekman and forward Ryan Dunn to the NBA draft, forwards Jordan Minor and Jake Groves to exhausted eligibility and wing Leon Bond III and guard Dante Harris to the portal.

Inside the redshirt years of Virginia’s Christian Bliss and Anthony Robinson

Warley was a starter for FSU the past two seasons and gives Bennett his first in-conference transfer. UVa has seen guard Casey Morsell (North Carolina State) and forward Justin McKoy (North Carolina) transfer to other ACC schools, but, until now, the players the Cavaliers had brought in had all been from outside the league.

With two incoming freshmen and the addition of Warley, Bennett and his staff still have three scholarships open for the 2024-25 season. They’re hoping another McDonald’s All-American prospect, point guard Trent Perry, accepts one of those.

Perry, who decommitted from Southern California after coach Andy Enfield left for SMU, visited Virginia in April.

Virginia has two players – point guard Christian Bliss and forward Anthony Robinson – who redshirted last season. But the Cavaliers, who finished third in the ACC, then lost in the First Four to Colorado State, are still in the market for another guard and post player.

In addition to handling the ball, Warley could address another need for UVa – offensive punch. He scored in double figures nine times this past season, including putting up a career-high 23 points for FSU in a road loss at Louisville.

Warley also had six points, seven rebounds and two assists in a home loss to Virginia on Feb. 10.

The Seminoles’ leading scorer in that game and for the season, VCU transfer Jamir Watkins, is also in the portal.

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Virginia “Ginger” Lee Horning

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May 4, 2024

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Virginia “Ginger” Lee Horning

Cedar Rapids

Virginia “Ginger” Lee Horning, 74, of Cedar Rapids, died May 2, 2024 at Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy. Services: 10:30, Monday at Teahen Funeral Home by Pastor Levi Andersen. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery, Vinton. Friends may visit with the family on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m., at the funeral home and after 9:30 a.m. before the service. Ginger’s family would like those attending the visitation and or the funeral service to feel free to wear Chicago Cubs attire or Cubs colors.

Ginger is survived by her husband, Garth Horning; son; Garth and Jaylene Horning of Cedar Rapids; daughter, Greta and Trevor Sholes of Walker; grandchildren, Garth and Brianna Horning of Marion, Annika Horning of Alamosa, CO, Grace Ingram of Valparaiso, IN, Rylea Sholes, Andrew Sholes of Walker, Caryn Horning of Ames, Eisa, Torsten, Jurgen, Kjersten, Harm and Soren Horning all of Cedar Rapids; great-grandchildren, Garth, Maggie, Toby, Lucy and Caleb Horning and Georgia Ingram; sister, Michelle and Bob Kuder of What Cheer; brother, Kyle and Karen Reynolds of Cedar Rapids; sister, Kitty Reynolds of Cedar Rapids; brother, Paul and Kim Reynolds of Cedar Rapids; brothers-in-law, Larry Horning and Craig Horning both of Deming, NM; nieces Jaime Boesen and Eunice Turner; and nephews Matt Reynolds and Jarod Reynolds.

She was preceded in death by her father Jonathan Horst; mother Ruth Reynolds; in-laws, Lewis Horning and Maxine Lint; grandson, Wyatt Ingram; and sister-in-law Barb Horning.

Virginia “Ginger” was born on July 29, 1949, the daughter of Jonathan and Ruth Marshall Horst in Iowa City. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1967. On December 14, 1966, she married Garth Horning at Olivet Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids. Ginger was the matriarch of the Horning family. Later in her life, she worked as an antique dealer and as a Scentsy consultant.

Ginger enjoyed gardening, traveling and spending time with her family. She always made time to attend her grandchildren’s activities as they brought her a lot of joy. She was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs and Green Bay Packers. Ginger was the glue that held her family together and she will be missed dearly.

Instead of flowers, memorials may be directed to Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy or Olivet Neighborhood Mission.

Online condolences can be left at www.teahenfuneralhome.com.

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City by City: Virginia, Washburn, Keewenaw Peninsula

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May 3, 2024

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City by City: Virginia, Washburn, Keewenaw Peninsula

Virginia Minn.- The Virginia Police Department has released a quick public service announcement as we head into the end of spring. In a post on social media, law enforcement has asked residents to keep their distance from bears this spring and to not approach them. They added if a bear climbs a tree it will come down on its own once it no longer feels threatened. The reminder comes after they say they’ve received several reports of a bear on the North side of town.

Washburn, Wis.- Registration is open for the 18th annual Superior Vistas Bike Tour. Riders start in Washburn and travel anywhere between 13 to 100 miles. There is also a fat bike route and for the first time, it will also offer a mountain bike option. There are rest stops along the routes and some overlap so riders can alter their distances and turn back if needed. The event is not a race, just a fun ride. Riders will hit the road on June 22 rain or shine.

Copper Harbor Mich.- In the Keweenaw Peninsula, mountain bike enthusiasts will be happy to know trails up there are now open. At least a good portion of them. The Copper Harbor Trails Club says the core network of trails near town is open, but East Bluff trails are still too damp. Saturday, May 4 is International Women’s Mountain Biking Day so the club will is hosting a ride at 3 p.m. at the Michigan Tech Trails. All are welcome to join.

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