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Doing Hard Things...

Doing Hard Things...
Doing Hard Things...
Doing Hard Things...

ANNANDALE, Va. — I'm super proud of my wife who continues to spread the word about the importance of both Tyler's Law and Malcolm's Law. Hopefully, our current elected officials will see today's television interview and pass this legislation to help save lives.

 
 

Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park

Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park
Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park

MIDDLETOWN, Va. — Located in Virginia’s scenic Shenandoah Valley, the Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park preserves a landscape rich in both agricultural heritage and Civil War history. The site encompasses the historic Belle Grove Plantation, a grand 18th-century manor built in 1797, as well as the fields of the pivotal Battle of Cedar Creek, fought on October 19, 1864, where Union forces secured a decisive victory that helped solidify control of the Valley. Visitors can explore the beautifully restored plantation house, walk the battlefield trails, and learn about the lives of the diverse people who lived and worked on the land, making the park a powerful place to reflect on the region’s cultural and historical legacy.

📸: absolonkent.net/photogallery/index.php?/category/6

 

New Market, Virginia

New Market, Virginia

NEW MARKET, Va. — This charming Shenandoah Valley town is best known for its role in the American Civil War. Founded in the late 18th century, New Market was the site of the Battle of New Market on May 15, 1864, where Confederate forces—including cadets from the Virginia Military Institute—secured a notable victory against Union troops in one of the war’s most unique engagements. Today, the town preserves this rich heritage through well-maintained historic buildings, the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park, and the Hall of Valor Museum, offering visitors a vivid glimpse into 19th-century life and the enduring legacy of the conflict that shaped the nation.

📸: absolonkent.net/photogallery/index.php?/category/665

 

Tyler's Law Advances in the United State Senate

Tyler's Law Advances in the United State Senate

ANNANDALE, Va. — I am deeply grateful to Senator Mark Warner for his leadership and support for Tyler’s Law and helping advance the bipartisan legislation through the United States Senate. This represents a critical step forward in helping ensure that hospitals include fentanyl in routine drug screenings, closing dangerous gaps in care that have led to far too many preventable tragedies.

My family knows firsthand how important this change is, and we are thankful for Senator Warner’s commitment to protecting other families from experiencing similar loss. His dedication to addressing the opioid crisis with meaningful, life-saving action gives us hope that lives will be saved in the future.

🔗: warner.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/3/warner-celebrates-senate-passage-of-legislation-to-prevent-deaths-from-fentanyl-overdoses