My wife and children (and others) poke fun at me for loving to mow so much. On the mower, with my iPod – for two hours (yep the yard is pretty big) I am in solitary bliss! They have often kidded me that I reminded them of Mr. Douglas (Eddie Albert) from the 60’s comedy… Read more »
Coronavirus Economic Aid Resources
Congress’s passage of the CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act) stimulus package on Friday, March 27 is a hopeful sign that our nation will take the necessary steps to mitigate the suffering of the Coronavirus pandemic and set the course for lasting recovery. The $2 trillion emergency stimulus package provides crucial relief… Read more »
Letters From Leton: Do You Believe in Miracles?
1979 had not been a good year. The Three Mile Island plant had imploded throwing the Nuclear Power Industry into turmoil. Russia invaded Afghanistan sending ripples of fighting that continues to this day. Americans were taken hostage in Iran, and the country seemed impotent to get their release, and gas prices soared due to oil… Read more »
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans for Coronavirus Related Economic Disruptions
Through the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program, Small Business Owners are eligible to apply for a low-interest loan due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). This loan is intended to allocate for a sufficient amount of funds to cover 6-months of operating expenses for the small business. Loan Application Process The Small Business Administration has… Read more »
Message From The FTC Regarding Coronavirus Scams
A Message From The Federal Trade Commission Regarding Coronavirus Scams: “As the Coronavirus takes a growing toll on people’s pocketbooks, there are reports that the government will soon be sending money by check or direct deposit to each of us. The details are still being worked out, but there are a few really important things… Read more »
Cybercriminals Taking Advantage of Coronavirus
The vulnerability and anxiety spreading alongside the Coronavirus (COVID-19) present an opportunity for cybercriminals. Over the last few weeks, there’s been an increase in social engineering and phishing campaigns targeting Americans, and Coronavirus-themed phishing kits have emerged for sale on the Dark Web. Taking advantage of widespread fear, cybercriminals have launched fake websites made to… Read more »
Letters From Leton: In Flew Enza
“I had a little Bird Its name was Enza I opened up the window and In flew Enza” In 1918 a terrible world flu outbreak occurred. In America alone, over 600,000 folks passed. Dr. Joseph Smiddy shared with me that he had asked his great aunt about the times and the impact on folks in… Read more »
Letters From Leton: My Favorite Marten!
As a kid growing up in Appalachia, the woods (nature) were like a second home. Traipsing up and down hollows, ridges, being in the woods was as natural, well as nature. I was around 8 or 9 year of age walking down a mountain road from my uncle’s house when about 50 or so yards… Read more »
Coronavirus Update: PVB Is Here For You
An update from our President, Chairman, & CEO, Leton Harding, acknowledging the seriousness of the situation, the strength of our region, and the ways PVB is here to help. “Coronavirus, COVID-19, presents a unique challenge for our Country and Economy. As an institution founded in 1888, having sustained 29 economic recessions and depression, World Wars,… Read more »
Letters From Leton: When Things Click!
Have you ever tried to do something that was very hard for you but seemed easy for others? Maybe it was learning to play an instrument. Solve a math problem. Ride a bike. Work a farm tractor. I suspect that frustration welled up in you-internal doubt about your capabilities. Maybe even anger! Perhaps this was made… Read more »