Lisa Landram

Nov 22, 2024 | dnronline.com | Lisa Landram

A musician from Shenandoah Valley is living out his dreams on the big stage. Spencer Hatcher, 27, of Broadway, signed with Stone Country Records and is touring across the United States — playing country music and doing what he loves. Hatcher has been surrounded by music since he was four years old, and for the past four years, he has been pursuing his dream professionally. Hatcher said he grew up in a musical family.

Nov 21, 2024 | dnronline.com | Lisa Landram

Derek Hess, 28, of Penn Laird, attributes his success in finance to his experiences. Hess, named to the Daily News-Record’s 10 Under 40 list by the newspaper’s editorial board, said he has lived in the Shenandoah Valley since he was two years of age. He graduated from James Madison University in 2018 with a major in finance and a minor in economics. Hess then took his first job at PBMares, LLP in Fredericksburg in their Wealth Management division.

Nov 21, 2024 | dnronline.com | Lisa Landram

Chief and owner of Mashita shares his humble beginnings of bringing South Korean-inspired food to the Harrisonburg community. Mikey Reisenberg, 38, was born in Seoul, South Korea, and was adopted in the United States when he was young. He attended school at Turner Ashby High and James Madison University before starting his own business. Reisenberg, named to the Daily News-Record’s 10 Under 40 list by the newspaper’s editorial board, has enjoyed cooking throughout his life.

Aug 15, 2024 | dnronline.com | Lisa Landram

After 35 years on the job, a Shenandoah Valley man made a sweet decision. Edward Kirby II of Kir-Bee Honeybee Farm stepped away from a 35-year career as a general contractor to explore other opportunities for himself and his daughter. He decided to become a beekeeper and raise money for research. “I did a program with the Veterans Association for beekeeping for therapy for disabled service-connected veterans,” said Kirby. Kirby got a VA rating, where he no longer works.

Aug 15, 2024 | dnronline.com | Lisa Landram

Health officials are spreading the message that vaccinations significantly protect against infectious diseases. They are doing so now because of National Immunization Awareness Month, which takes place annually in August, highlights the importance of vaccination for all people, regardless of age. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reviews the recommended vaccinations, and Chris Moore, a nurse practitioner for Sentara Community Care, shares detailed information about some of them.