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Learn More About The Second Chance Act: An Interview With Attorney Rodney Rose

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Last week I was very happy to write about The Second Chance Act, legislation that offers non-violent offenders the opportunity to have their criminal record expunged in order to help them find gainful employment. I have to say, this ground-breaking bill can literally change lives—and already has—which is what Horizon Goodwill is all about! Recently, I had the opportunity to discuss the details of The Second Chance Act with Attorney Rodney Rose, Horizon Goodwill Industries’ Director of Regulatory Compliance and In-House Council, who actually helped write new verbiage to be added later this year within the existing bill. I suggest you take a few minutes to read what Attorney Rose had to say regarding The Second Chance Act, Horizon Goodwill’s Legal Expungement Assistance Program (LEAP)and how both are helping to improve the unemployment rate in Washington County. [Read more…] about Learn More About The Second Chance Act: An Interview With Attorney Rodney Rose

There Is Such A Thing As A Second Chance

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In last week’s article, “The Lessons Our Fathers Teach Us”, I mentioned second chances. I think we would all agree, everyone has had a lapse in judgement at one point or another, usually in our younger years before we realized the negative consequences our actions can have.  Imagine, just for a second, how would your life be today if you were caught and charged for stealing that stop sign at the corner of 5th of Main? Your friends thought it would be a cool idea, and it would look amazing hanging on your bedroom wall—but what if that missing sign caused a horrible traffic accident? Not such a cool souvenir now.  Remember that graduation party? You know the one, where you had a few too many beers but decided you could still drive, and somehow made it home, but for the life of you, there is no recollection of actually being in the car. What could have happened? Pretty scary… [Read more…] about There Is Such A Thing As A Second Chance

The Horizon Goodwill Awards Dinner—An Eye Opening Experience

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This past Wednesday, my wife and I attended Horizon Goodwill’s 60th Annual Awards Dinner, our first time having just moved to the area from Pittsburgh a little less than a year ago. We were both so moved by the event that I felt compelled to dedicate this week’s blog to our experience, sharing what we learned about this incredible organization, the spirit of community and yes, my disappointment about choosing the wrong week to start my diet. [Read more…] about The Horizon Goodwill Awards Dinner—An Eye Opening Experience

Horizon Goodwill To Hold 60th Annual Awards Dinner

 

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Horizon Goodwill Industries (HGI) will hold its Annual Power of Work Awards Dinner on Wednesday, May 6th at the Fountain Head Country Club in Hagerstown. The event begins with a reception at 5:30 p.m. and the dinner and awards ceremony will follow at 6:15 p.m.

The individuals and organizations being recognized at this event are being singled out for their personal achievements and commitment to the Goodwill mission of helping people in our communities that want to work but experience barriers to employment.

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It’s No Joke! Great Finds At Goodwill Lead To Employment Opportunities!

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Yes, it’s April Fools’ Day, and I have to admit I’ve played my fair share of pranks throughout the years, but what I’m about to reveal to you is honestly not a joke. No, I’m serious, what I stumbled across in my newsfeed this morning not only brought a smile to my face, it actually reinforces the fact that savvy shoppers can find some serious treasures when browsing the aisles of their local Goodwill store. Check this out! [Read more…] about It’s No Joke! Great Finds At Goodwill Lead To Employment Opportunities!

Can You Smell It? Spring Is In The Air!

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With snow still covering the grass and brisk temperatures requiring gloves, hats and scarves, it may seem hard to believe, but it’s coming. In fact, brighter, warmer days are just around the corner! You can feel it, can’t you? Daylight seems to be lingering just a bit longer every day, the Super Bowl has passed and baseball’s Spring Training is underway and you’re starting to get that itch…that Spring Cleaning Fever! [Read more…] about Can You Smell It? Spring Is In The Air!

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