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Partner with Charlottesville’s Premier Soccer Experience This Summer
Hello Charlottesville! I hope this message finds you well! I'm Brian Krow, Co-Owner of Charlottesville Blues FC. As a pre-professional soccer franchise in the USL League, we proudly field both men's and women's teams, embodying the spirit of competition and community. Last season, we were honored as "Best Family Attraction" by Charlottesville's Finest Magazine, a testament to our commitment to creating a vibrant community hub. Our season runs from May to July at the Charlottesville High School stadium,
Virtue Solar is now a FranklinWH certified installer
We’re excited to announce that Virtue Solar is now a FranklinWH Certified Installer! This means we can now offer FranklinWH’s aPower 2 battery systems to homeowners looking for reliable battery backup solutions. If you’ve been considering adding battery-backup to your solar setup, this is a big deal.Who is FranklinWH? FranklinWH is a US-based company that makes home batteries to help people store and manage their electricity. They started in 2020 and are based in San Jose, California. Their main
News Release: Kimberlee Barrett-Johnson Earns Ameriprise Client Experience Award
CHARLOTTESVILLE,VA – March 6, 2025 – Kimberlee Barrett-Johnson, CFP, CDFA, CKA a Private Wealth Advisor with ArkWise Wealth, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. in Charlottesville, has earned the Ameriprise Client Experience Award for 2025. Barrett-Johnson was honored with this award because her ability to consistently deliver personalized, goal-based advice and exceptional client service. Award recipients earned an overall client satisfaction rating equal to or
Hospice of the Piedmont Honored with National Award for Innovative Multimedia Campaign - Award-winning campaign engages the community and helps families reimagine hospice care
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Hospice of the Piedmont (HOP) has been named the winner of the Best Multimedia Campaign in the Hospice & Palliative Care category of the 2025 Aspect Awards, a national recognition celebrating excellence in healthcare marketing and communications. The award acknowledges HOP’s groundbreaking Make Every Moment Count campaign, which was designed to reshape public perceptions of hospice care and encourage earlier engagement. “Hospice of the Piedmont is dedicated to changing the way our
Michael Hancock Achieves 2025 Circle of Success Recognition at Ameriprise Financial
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – March 4, 2025 – Michael Hancock, CFP®, JD a Private Wealth Advisor with OakHeart Financial Group, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. in Charlottesville, has qualified for the company’s Circle of Success annual recognition program and will be honored for this achievement in 2025. To earn this achievement, Hancock established himself as one of the company’s top advisors. Only a select number of high-performing advisors earn this distinction. He
Is Solar Dead in 2025?
Virtue Solar, a leading solar installation company in Richmond VA, has released a timely blog post exploring the future of solar energy in 2025 amidst political and economic uncertainties. Titled "Is Solar Dead in 2025?", the article delves into the implications of recent political developments and the potential impact on solar energy incentives. The blog begins by addressing a surge of inquiries following the 2024 election, highlighting widespread concerns about the future of solar incentives like the 30%
Home Standby Generators vs. Battery Backup Systems
Virtue Solar, a leading solar company in Virginia, has released an insightful new blog article addressing the critical topic of home backup power solutions. With power outages becoming increasingly unpredictable, homeowners are seeking reliable methods to keep their households running seamlessly during interruptions. Virtue Solar's article delves into the two primary backup options: battery backup systems and standby generators, providing a comprehensive analysis to help homeowners make informed decisions
Tesla Powerwall Alternatives for 2025
Virtue Solar, a prominent solar company serving Richmond and Charlottesville, VA, is excited to announce its latest blog article exploring alternatives to the Tesla Powerwall 3. Known for their commitment to building high-quality solar systems, Virtue Solar offers insights into the evolving landscape of home solar batteries. In the article, Virtue Solar acknowledges the appeal of the Tesla Powerwall 3 due to its reliable performance and flexibility, having successfully installed many units in 2024.
Kimberlee Barrett-Johnson Achieves Circle of Success Recognition at Ameriprise Financial
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – February 13, 2025 – Kimberlee Barrett-Johnson, CFP, CDFA, CKA a Private Wealth Advisor with ArkWise Wealth, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. in Charlottesville, has qualified for the company’s Circle of Success annual recognition program and will be honored for this achievement in 2025. To earn this achievement, Barrett-Johnson established herself as one of the company’s top advisors. Only a select number of high-performing advisors earn this
Kimberlee Barrett-Johnson Honored as One of the Best-in-State Women Wealth Advisors by Forbes
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – February 13, 2025 – Kimberlee Barrett-Johnson, CFP, CDFA, CKA, a Private Wealth Advisor with Ameriprise Financial, Inc. in Charlottesville, was named to the list of “Forbes Best-in-State Women Wealth Advisors” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, professionalism, and success in the business. The rankings are based on data provided by thousands of the nation’s most productive advisors. Barrett-Jo was chosen
Do Solar Home Batteries Make Sense in Virginia?
Charlottesville-based Virtue Solar, a top solar installer in Virginia, is proud to present a new educational blog post exploring the benefits and practicality of home solar batteries for Virginia homeowners. The article, titled "Do Home Solar Batteries Make Sense in Virginia?," delves into the advantages of integrating a battery system with your solar panels. One of the key highlights is the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act, which now allows home batteries to qualify for a 30% federal solar tax
