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Grand Lodge of Virginia: Petition Approved
My journey reached a turning point with the news of a unanimous ballot at Unity Lodge. This vote of confidence from the Brethren cleared the way for my first degree, moving me from a petitioner to a candidate for initiation. Read More
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Unity Lodge No. 146: Ballot
The night of my ballot was a personal trial of doubt and nerves. Haunted by past “panel interview” anxieties, I felt a profound moment of relief and belonging when the Worshipful Master called late at night to confirm my unanimous acceptance. Read More
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Grand Lodge of Virginia: Background Check
Drawing on my experience with public trust clearances, I authorized a formal background check for the Grand Lodge. I appreciated receiving my own copy of the report and verifying the details of my character before the process moved forward. Read More
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Unity Lodge No. 146: Formal Petition Received
During a Lodge breakfast, my petition was sponsored by two veteran Brothers. Despite my anxieties over listing “physical defects” like false teeth and a pacemaker, I discovered that Masonry values a man’s internal character over his physical machinery. Read More
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Samuels Public Library: Library Lovers’ Month Day of Giving Sponsor
February 2023. Sponsored and matched $3,500 in donations for a public library fundraising campaign. Promoted the event through media interviews and community outreach, helping exceed fundraising goals and directly support renovations to the children’s department during Library Lovers’ Month. Read More
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Library Lovers Month
In this 2023 interview, I joined the Royal Examiner to announce a $3,500 matching grant for Samuels Public Library. Sharing my journey from Atari programming to software consulting, I highlighted the library’s vital role in bridging the community’s digital divide. Read More
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Day of Giving at Samuels Public Library
The Valley Today: I talked about growing up with libraries, supporting Samuels Public Library as a matching donor during Library Lovers Month, and how community giving helps fund programs, technology, and spaces that serve all ages across Warren County. Read More
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Celebrate National Library Lovers’ Month by supporting Samuels Public Library and doubling your library LOVE!
Royal Examiner: During National Library Lovers’ Month, I committed a $3,500 matching gift to Samuels Public Library’s Day of Giving, drawing on my lifelong connection to libraries and belief in expanding free access to learning, technology, and community resources in Warren County. Read More
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Front Royal Council Backs Keeping Historic Building Intact
Daily News-Record: I was nominated to serve on Front Royal’s Board of Zoning Appeals to fill an unexpired term, formally extending my civic role into zoning and land-use oversight. My nomination appeared among council actions taken during a meeting focused on historic preservation and development matters. Read More
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DeDomenico-Payne named to fill Mayor Cockrell’s council seat pending Nov. Special Election, other appointed vacancies also filled
Royal Examiner: I’m mentioned as being appointed to the Front Royal Board of Zoning Appeals during a Town Council meeting that also filled several vacancies following the mayoral transition, marking my formal entry into zoning and land-use oversight for the town. Read More