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Greenspring Residents Host a Candidate Forum with State Senate Candidates

On Tuesday, October 4, the resident Democratic and Republican Clubs of Greenspring hosted a candidate forum with state senate candidates for Virginia's 39th district.

On Tuesday, October 4, the resident Democratic and Republican Clubs of Greenspring hosted a candidate forum with state senate candidates for Virginia's 39th district.  The forum included incumbent Senator George Barker and his challenger Miller Baker, and was moderated by veteran journalist, Bruce DePuyt, producer and host of “NewsTalk” on NewsChannel 8. 

Almost 200 Greenspring residents attended the hour-long forum and had the opportunity to write down questions for use by the moderator, as well as meet the candidates after the conclusion of the forum.

Greenspring has been its own voting precinct since 2003 and traditionally produces the highest voter turnout of any precinct in Virginia.

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ABOUT GREENSPRING:  Greenspring, one of 16 Erickson Living full-service retirement communities, is situated on a scenic 108-acre campus in Springfield, Virginia.  The community is home to 2000 residents, many of which reside in the 1405 independent living units.  At Greenspring, a robust complement of resident programs and facilities promote an engaged, fulfilling lifestyle that is reflected in resident satisfaction levels that exceed the industry average.  Life at Greenspring offers a true sense of community and is an exciting alternative to the typical retirement community.  Additional information about Greenspring can be found at www.ericksonliving.com.

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