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Stephens City’s Steven Ritter recognized for 50 years of service in Civil Air Patrol
WINCHESTER, Va. (Mar 21, 2025) – Lieutenant Colonel Steven Ritter, of Stephens City, was recognized for serving in Civil Air Patrol for 50 years. Brigadier General David V. Cochran, Assistant Adjutant General and Commander of the West Virginia Air National Guard, presented Lt. Col. Ritter with a plaque at the Winchester Composite Squadron’s annual banquet at Historic Rosemont Springs earlier this month. In December 1974, Steven Ritter and his family had just moved back to Virginia after his father retired
Winchester Civil Air Patrol Cadet Awarded Powered Flight Training Scholarship
WINCHESTER, Va. (Mar 15, 2025) – Civil Air Patrol Cadet Major Madeline Marcelle, of Front Royal, has been selected to receive a $1,500 powered flight training scholarship from The Spaatz Association. The Spaatz Association is a fraternal organization for recipients of the Civil Air Patrol General Carl A. Spaatz Award. Their goals include providing an entity to harness the collective energy, enthusiasm, experience, and talent of General Carl A. Spaatz Award recipients to assist in making the CAP Cadet
Thinking of Starting a Franchise in the Top of Virginia? Read This First
If you're an entrepreneur, it's wise to understand what goes into franchise ownership before launching a franchise business. After all, while franchising can be a great way to expand your business and reach new markets, it's also important to do your research and make sure you're prepared for the challenges and opportunities that go with it. There are a number of considerations to keep in mind when franchising, from the initial investment to ongoing royalties and marketing fees. But with the
