2018 Laurel Ridge graduate Michael Mallery’s keychain has a special significance. On it, are the keys to the homes of families who saved him from homelessness. A 2015 graduate of…
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A United Way of Northern Shenandoah Valley Community Impact Grant awarded to the Laurel Ridge Educational Foundation will help students facing challenges meet critical personal needs. The $12,000 grant is…
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2018 Laurel Ridge grad Brianna Sine is doing a job she loves right in her hometown. She was recently sworn in as a police officer for Luray Police Department.
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The past year has been a challenging one for so many people, including 2021 Laurel Ridge graduate Donna Kelley. The newly-minted registered nurse overcame significant hurdles with grit and grace,…
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When Laurel Ridge nursing student Mackenzie Hoover graduates with her associate of science degree in nursing in spring 2022, she will also be receiving her bachelor’s degree from George Mason…
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Before coming to Laurel Ridge, Azriel Lee had never had a formal art class. This fall, she will be heading off to the highly-regarded Ringling College of Art and Design…
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Seven years ago, Top of Virginia Regional Chamber CEO Cynthia Schneider found herself at a crossroads. Her job had ended and she was 58, but she wasn’t ready for retirement….
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When Cross Junction resident Kelly Himelwright first started studying cybersecurity at Laurel Ridge, he only planned to get a career studies certificate. This Saturday he’s graduating with his bachelor’s degree, plus three career studies certificates, and transferring to Old Dominion University to finish his bachelor’s degree.
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This Saturday, Winchester resident Andrea Portillo will become the first person in her family to graduate from college. She is one of about 1340 students celebrating their commencement this week….
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Faith Dellinger has dedicated much of her life so far to community service, and she plans to stay on that path of service in her future. This fall, she is…
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