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Lorie in the News
Lorie speaks to over 100 seniors at the first annual Waynesboro Senior Forum
Lorie comments on Operation Medicine Cabinet event at Augusta Health (Courtesy of Augusta Free Press)
The better budget approach: Zero-based or results-based?
Augusta Free Press Posted on April 29, 2010
Mike Harris has tried to seize the momentum in the marquee race in the upcoming May 4 local elections with a proposal that revolutionized government budgeting 40 years ago.
Education group announces Waynesboro endorsements
Augusta Free Press Posted on April 27, 2010
“One thing we like about Lorie is that she looks also at all sides and works to find a balance, that we’re not leaning to one side or the other or one specific issue or the other,” Wagoner said.
Lorie Smith: Moving forward with a tourism strategy
Augusta Free Press Posted March 28, 2010
We are surrounded by stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, historic spots, outdoor recreation, wineries and so much more. It’s time that Waynesboro capitalizes on our assets and brings tourism revenue to our city. Tourism can play a key role in growing our economic base, developing new job opportunities and keeping our taxes low.
City Council candidates meet at forum
Augusta Free Press Posted on April 22, 2010
“We know how much a fan belt on a garbage truck costs. You can’t get much more zero-based budget than that,” Smith said in her closing remarks.
AUDIO: Listen to Lorie Smith's candidate interview
News Virginian Posted on April 19, 2010
Councilwoman Lorie Smith answered questions from The News Virginian today as part of a series of candidate interviews leading to the May 4 election.
Smith running on jobs, low taxes platform
Augusta Free Press Posted November 20, 2009
“I feel so strongly about the message that I carry, and I feel so strongly about this city, as a native of Waynesboro, and the plans that I want to see to fruition, with the work that I started in 2006, that really, I’m not done. It’s important that I let the citizens know that I’m here, and that I’m here for the long term,” said Smith...
Watch AFP YouTube interview with Lorie Smith
Waynesboro Developer Plans 3-D Theater
NBC 29 Posted November 10, 2009
"I think Mr. Hayes’s approach is one that's unique," added Smith. "And I think he's totally dedicated to the effort, and I think he'll pull it off."
AFP Focus: Operation Medicine Cabinet
Augusta Free Press Posted October 29, 2009
“We are thrilled that we have been able to bring a model program into our community for the citizens, and hopefully we can remodel this in years to come,” Smith said.
Big Plans for Downtown Waynesboro
NBC 29 Posted October 26, 2009
"Piece by piece, the downtown venue continues to progress very nicely, and we're excited about that," said Smith.
Watch the NBC 29 video clip
Waynesboro OKs Plans for 'The Mill'
Staunton News Leader Posted September 15, 2009
"As a native of Waynesboro, this is exciting to see," said Councilwoman Lorie Smith when a public hearing was conducted on the plan in August. "Just seeing the potential for this site is extremely exciting."
Waynesboro Halfway to Green Designation
NBC 29 Posted August 5, 2009
Smith said, "If we're going to be serious as a locality about being sustainable, long-term, and green, then we need to take a good hard look at what we're currently doing and where we're deficient."
Developers Look to Transform Waynesboro Mill
NBC 29 Posted June 18, 2009
Waynesboro City Councilor, Lorie Smith, has high hopes for the proposed project. "I am excited about it. I think it's got tremendous potential for this neighborhood and this city," she says.
The Waynesboro Circulator
Augusta Free Press Posted May 11, 2009
“We know we’re going to reach more citizens with the same amount of money that we’ve been allocating,” Smith said.
Augusta Free Press Posted on April 29, 2010
Mike Harris has tried to seize the momentum in the marquee race in the upcoming May 4 local elections with a proposal that revolutionized government budgeting 40 years ago.
Education group announces Waynesboro endorsements
Augusta Free Press Posted on April 27, 2010
“One thing we like about Lorie is that she looks also at all sides and works to find a balance, that we’re not leaning to one side or the other or one specific issue or the other,” Wagoner said.
Lorie Smith: Moving forward with a tourism strategy
Augusta Free Press Posted March 28, 2010
We are surrounded by stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, historic spots, outdoor recreation, wineries and so much more. It’s time that Waynesboro capitalizes on our assets and brings tourism revenue to our city. Tourism can play a key role in growing our economic base, developing new job opportunities and keeping our taxes low.
City Council candidates meet at forum
Augusta Free Press Posted on April 22, 2010
“We know how much a fan belt on a garbage truck costs. You can’t get much more zero-based budget than that,” Smith said in her closing remarks.
AUDIO: Listen to Lorie Smith's candidate interview
News Virginian Posted on April 19, 2010
Councilwoman Lorie Smith answered questions from The News Virginian today as part of a series of candidate interviews leading to the May 4 election.
Smith running on jobs, low taxes platform
Augusta Free Press Posted November 20, 2009
“I feel so strongly about the message that I carry, and I feel so strongly about this city, as a native of Waynesboro, and the plans that I want to see to fruition, with the work that I started in 2006, that really, I’m not done. It’s important that I let the citizens know that I’m here, and that I’m here for the long term,” said Smith...
Watch AFP YouTube interview with Lorie Smith
Waynesboro Developer Plans 3-D Theater
NBC 29 Posted November 10, 2009
"I think Mr. Hayes’s approach is one that's unique," added Smith. "And I think he's totally dedicated to the effort, and I think he'll pull it off."
AFP Focus: Operation Medicine Cabinet
Augusta Free Press Posted October 29, 2009
“We are thrilled that we have been able to bring a model program into our community for the citizens, and hopefully we can remodel this in years to come,” Smith said.
Big Plans for Downtown Waynesboro
NBC 29 Posted October 26, 2009
"Piece by piece, the downtown venue continues to progress very nicely, and we're excited about that," said Smith.
Watch the NBC 29 video clip
Waynesboro OKs Plans for 'The Mill'
Staunton News Leader Posted September 15, 2009
"As a native of Waynesboro, this is exciting to see," said Councilwoman Lorie Smith when a public hearing was conducted on the plan in August. "Just seeing the potential for this site is extremely exciting."
Waynesboro Halfway to Green Designation
NBC 29 Posted August 5, 2009
Smith said, "If we're going to be serious as a locality about being sustainable, long-term, and green, then we need to take a good hard look at what we're currently doing and where we're deficient."
Developers Look to Transform Waynesboro Mill
NBC 29 Posted June 18, 2009
Waynesboro City Councilor, Lorie Smith, has high hopes for the proposed project. "I am excited about it. I think it's got tremendous potential for this neighborhood and this city," she says.
The Waynesboro Circulator
Augusta Free Press Posted May 11, 2009
“We know we’re going to reach more citizens with the same amount of money that we’ve been allocating,” Smith said.