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Chesapeake Students Pursue Entrepreneurship and Technology


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Governor McAuliffe Announces the Restoration of Rights to Over 5,100 Virginians


Hampton University's Christmas Tree Lighting


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You're Invited: Slover Library Grand Opening Celebration in Norfolk


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Leadership Gets Newport News Firm Through Rough Seas


SPECIAL TO HRM Devon


accepted smiled and


back to Henry


for the camera, humbly


his award, walked


his seat. Upon


returning, his family and staff congratulated him on another


Recently, Henry has been receiving


accomplishment. his share of


accolades. Although they are for his business, they really represent his role as a leader.


The credit goes to his


has announced that Virginia has


the civil


Governor McAuliffe restored


the governor announced major changes


to the


Additionally, restoration


of rights application process for offenders of more serious crimes,


including shortening


the application from 13 pages to just one page and removing burdensome


requirements


such as notarization and letters to the governor.


important Virginia


Governor


“Today marks an milestone


in history,” stated Terry McAuliffe


at the First Baptist Church in south Richmond. “I have always believed that people who have served their time and paid their debts to society should have the opportunity to be contributing members


and


voting rights of over 5,100 ex-offenders, more than any other governor has done in just one year.


of society again. By providing Virginia’s former offenders with a second chance, we can reduce


recidivism, increase


participation in our democratic processes, and build a new Virginia economy.” Governor McAuliffe also personally gave three


former offenders grant


orders that restored their civil and voting rights at the event.


Commonwealth Levar Stoney continued, “While


restoring


Secretary of the Virginia


has traditionally been one of the most restrictive states in


ex-offenders


civil and voting rights, this administration has focused on reducing burdens for those who deserve a second chance. This announcement builds upon the progress our administration made earlier streamlining


the


this year in restoration


of rights processes and will provide more Virginians with pathways to success.”


RESTORATION OF RIGHTS PAGE 15 This Edition’s Highlights


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mother for the support and developing his leadership skills


from beginning. “My mother deserves


a great deal of recognition. She has shown me what hard


work, determination the very


Richmond District Office of the Small Business Administration recognized Devon Henry (right), the President and CEO of Team Henry Enterprises, LLC as the 2014 Small Business Person of the Year. Henry was presented his award by Congressman Bobby Scott (left). Henry also received a 2014 Community Development Award from the Hampton Roads Messenger.


and a will to succeed can get you in life. She taught me skills that have allowed me to succeed in all that I do,” said Henry. “She has always guided me and serve as my mentor. I hope to do the same for my children.”


Henry’s career has taken him from being in a corporate leadership program to owning


his own business. He also volunteers his time to non-profit organizations.


Henry is the CEO and president of Team


Henry Enterprises, LLC, a construction firm specializing in environmental, marine and emergency response services headquartered in Newport News with offices in Virginia,


LEADERSHIP PAGE 3


Is It Time for Your Financial Checkup?


Tips that can help you fine-tune your money management Any time of year, but particularly the


start of a new year, is a good time to reflect on how you are managing your finances and to consider whether you would benefit from some changes. Here’s a checklist of questions and suggestions that can help you better evaluate and meet your goals.


Saving What are my current short-term and


long-term financial goals? Write them down. They may include paying off a debt, buying a home or a car, or financing a child's college education. "With


goals and target dollar


amounts in mind, you may be more motivated to save money and achieve your objectives," said Luke W. Reynolds, Chief of the FDIC's Outreach and Program Development Section.


Can I do better making automatic


transfers into savings? "Arranging for your bank or employer to automatically transfer funds into savings or retirement accounts is a great way to build savings, but don't


just set it and forget it," said Keith Ernst, Associate Director of the FDIC's Division of Depositor and Consumer Protection in charge of consumer research. "Ask yourself whether you should increase the amount you are automatically saving."


Do I have enough money in an


emergency savings fund? The idea is to cover major unexpected expenses or a temporary


reduction in income without FINANCIAL CHECKUP PAGE 14


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