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Virginia State Parks to hire more than 900 rangers
Virginia State Parks is ready to hire more than 900
rangers.
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Virginia State Parks invites job seekers interested in summer seasonal and hourly wage positions to explore the opportunities available at parks across the state.
Whether someone enjoys working outdoors, sharing their educational or historical expertise, or planning events and programs, Virginia State Parks offers a range of seasonal and wage positions that will allow job seekers to build new life skills, enjoy unique experiences and gain knowledge that is valuable inside and outside of the state park system.
Daily duties, pay rates and employment dates will vary depending on the position and park’s needs. Seasonal and wage positions can lead to full-time careers, so opportunities for advancement are possible. Jobs in demand include:
Administrative assistant
Contact ranger
Education support specialist
Food service ranger
Groundskeeper
Housekeeping ranger
Lifeguard
Maintenance ranger
Office assistant
Park interpreter
Trades technician
For more information about seasonal, part-time and full-time opportunities and how to apply, please go to www.virginiastateparks.gov/jobs.
Mt. Pleasant News
Mt. Pleasant News
Marie Bishop
Correspondent
BIRTHDAYS
Happy Birthday to Dwight Cassell on April 7; Wendy Wohlford on April 9; Tina DeWilde on April 10; Chloe Davis on April 11.
CHURCH NEWS – Mt. Pleasant U.M.C.
March 29 was Palm Sunday. Rev. Paige Wimberly’s message was “From the Holy Seat to the Judgment Seat,” based on Matthew 27:11-26. I was the Worship Leader.
The Easter Egg Hunt at Mt. Pleasant U.M.C. on Saturday went well. There was a big crowd of kids and adults. Lots of eggs were found; there was good food and the Easter Bunny. This was sponsored by the church and the Scouts. Thanks to everyone who helped in any way with this event.
Easter Sunrise Service will be on April 5 at 7 a.m. Breakfast will follow. Sunday School will be at 10 a.m. with our Easter worship service beginning at 11:15 a.m. Everyone is welcome to come and worship with us.
Please remember that your Lenten offering envelope is to be turned in by Sunday morning.
The Mt. Pleasant United Women in Faith will meet on Thursday, April 9 at 5:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
There will be a Spaghetti Supper on Saturday, April 18 from 4-7 p.m.
The Book Club will host a special reading and book discussion with author Michael Abraham on Thursday, April 23 at 4 p.m. The book for April is his book, “Providence, VA.”
Eleven ladies from Mt. Pleasant U.M.C. attended the Soup & The Word on Tuesday at St. Paul U.M.C. Rev. Misti McCreary brought the message “Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow” based on John 12:1-11. This was our last Soup & The Word for this year. I was thankful that I was able to attend 5 out of the 6 services this year.
SAVE THE DATE: Mt. Pleasant U.M.C. will host a car show on Saturday, Sept. 26. More details on this event will follow later.
PERSONALS
SAVE THE DATE: The annual Museum Day is Saturday, May 16. All Wytheville museums (Haller-Gibboney Rock House Museum, Thomas J. Boyd Museum, Great Lakes to Florida Highway Museum, Wythe County Decorative Arts Museum, African American Heritage Museum and Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum) will be open from 12Noon – 4 PM with FREE admission.
The annual BABA Festival will be held at The Homestead on Saturday, June 6.
QUOTE:
“Be bold in what you stand for, but be careful what you fall for.”
BIBLE VERSE:
“And Jesus replied, “I assure you, today, you will be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:43.
RIDDLE:
Q: Why did the elephant quit the circus?
A: He got tired of working for peanuts.
I would like to wish everyone a happy and blessed Easter. Remember Jesus is the reason for this season, also.
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Volunteers stitch the Virginia panel. Stitchers are to take
creative liberties, using prized personal materials to provide a
personal touch. Hand-stitching is being done by community
volunteers and members of the Williamburg Rose and Thistle Chapter
of the Embroidery Guild of America, under the direction of
Catherine Theron – Virginia Tapestry State Director. (Courtesy of
W&M News).
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Submitted photo
Volunteers stitch the Virginia panel. Stitchers are to take
creative liberties, using prized personal materials to provide a
personal touch. Hand-stitching is being done by community
volunteers and members of the Williamburg Rose and Thistle Chapter
of the Embroidery Guild of America, under the direction of
Catherine Theron – Virginia Tapestry State Director. (Courtesy of
W&M News).
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