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Kerri Furey visits G.A. Treakle Elementary Career Day!

Kerri Furey — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:18:59 +0000

When I was invited to take part in G.A. Treakle Elementary School’s career day, I figured, what better way for the kids to learn about being part of the WAVY-TV/FOX43 News Team than to give it a try! I had my Flip cam in hand, and put it in their hands. Brave volunteers found out what it is like to arrive at an event and gather information. Each of my “reporters” conducted an interview with a classmate, then finished with a “standup” from the scene. Here’s their work!

I hope you kids had as much fun as I did…have a great summer

Kerri Furey

Kerri Furey Emcee’s LLS Man and Woman of the Year Gala

Kerri Furey — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:49:50 +0000

Big congratulations are in order for Kevin Long and Katie Imel for being named the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Man and Woman of the Year for 2009!

LLS was kind enough to ask me to emcee their gala in Virginia Beach to honor Kevin and Katie’s fundraising efforts. Every dollar earned enables life saving research to find a cure for blood cancers and to support the families and friends of those who battle these diseases. Kevin represented Compo Construction and Katie stood proud for Dominion Virginia Power. They had tough competition but over all the “Man and Woman of the Year” Campaign raised over $22,000 for the local chapter.

My favorite part of the evening was hanging out with the “Boy and Girl of the Year”, Jackson and Hannah. These two kids know first hand what the Leukemia and Lymphoma society is all about…Hannah just completed chemotherapy and Jackson has a couple of treatments left. Jackson has battled cancer TWICE. They do the hardest part, but LLS does whatever it can to make the cancer journey a little easier for them and their support group.

Thanks again LLS and Congratulations Kevin, Katie, Hannah and Jackson!

Kerri Furey has fun at Portsmouth Catholic’s fun day!

Kerri Furey — Mon, 11 May 2009 13:14:00 +0000

Hi everybody…make sure to visit the “School Desk” section under the Community tab at WAVY.COM to see videos from Portsmouth Catholic’s Fun Day on Friday May 8th! I got to speak with some kids and take part in a cake walk! The first graders made me an awesome sign to take home too! Thanks PC!!!

Please tell me you saw that…

Kerri Furey — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:32:24 +0000

Did you see that!?!?!? Bayonet blades whizzing by my face, rifle butts (I said butts spinning next to my noggin…just another day at work right?

Today on Fox 43 News at 7 we had the Unites States Army Drill team here to promote the 2009 International Tattoo and these guys were AWESOME… they asked if I wanted to stand in while two soldiers hurled their rifles back and forth just a few millimeters in front of my head and I said, “SURE.” I don’t know if it was actually millimeters or inches but they were close mmmkay?

We also learned how to arrange flowers today, and next time you see Kelly Gaita…don’t just say “Hi”….say “Hi-YAH!” as she is now officially a trained killer. We sent her to find out if she could learn Karate and while our little grasshopper does needs to work on looking intimidating….she did snap a board like a saltine cracker. You can watch that video too at www.fox43tv.com

This no ordinary morning newscast people. See you at seven!

You did it!

Kerri Furey — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 18:03:33 +0000

You made this year’s walk a complete success! Jimmy and I were so excited to see such a great turn out at 24th street park this morning after finishing the last 8 miles of our walk from Williamsburg. Hopefully everybody enjoyed the weather, the walk along the ocean, and the knowledge that what you did today will save the lives of babies tomorrow. See you next year!

See you tomorrow!

Kerri Furey — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 23:41:24 +0000

Hi everybody! I have to say Jimmy and I were all business today! We started our 12 mile trek at the Norfolk side of the Midtown tunnel and made our way through Ghent to pick up Virginia Beach Bvd. Thanks to everyone who waved and honked to show their support for the March of Dimes. It’s not too late to sign up to walk tomorrow morning…registration at the ocean front starts at 8:00 and the walk starts at 9. Don’t forget there are walks all over Hampton Roads Sunday…visit www.marchofdimes.org to find the one closet to you!

Jimmy and I start again tomorrow at 6:00am and we’ll see you at the 24th street park at 8:00!

Kerri

2 More Days, 20 More Miles for the March of Dimes!

Kerri Furey — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:58:53 +0000

Today was the day Jimmy and I had been waiting for, a 20 mile stretch that really puts us to the test! We made it, but as usual we couldn’t have done it without all of the support from the Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s department, and the Police Departments of Suffolk, Chesapeake and Portsmouth.

If you were watching WAVY News 10 and FOX 43 this morning…you may have noticed Delegate Chris Jones walking wih us. We always look forward to seeing his smiling face. He brings fresh energy and we always stop at the Bennett’s Creek Pharmacy (which was super-convenient because I needed some Ibuprofin and sunscreen today!) When we went by the Carrolton Volunteeer Fire Department they pulled a couple of Engines out just to say hi…or maybe they could tell Jimmy’s feet were on fire! Just kidding! He’s actually walking faster than I am! Suffolk’s fire station 5 also met us with some cold water and encouragement, so I thought it was only right to high five them all!!

When we came to the Mills E. Godwin bridge the three of us got kind of quiet, we put our heads down and just focused on trying to get over that thing!!! After that it was smooth sailing to Hall Chevrolet in Chesapeake. The Western Branch Veterinary Hospital brought us $1,000 dollars for the March of Dimes, and we met a couple of once premature babies. First we met Virginia an 18 month old who was born at 23 weeks, and then Brice, who received surfactin when he was born early, and now is a thriving eight year old who loves the Boston Red Sox….atta boy Brice.

After our stop for lunch we went on for the last 7 miles or so to the Midtwon tunnel. Fantastic day…can’t wait to see everybody at the oceanfront Sunday!

Check out our slideshow of walk pictures right here at WAVY.COM.

Bring on day 3!!!

Kerri Furey — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:07:15 +0000

Now that Jimmy Ray and I have 30 miles under out belt we’re really looking to hit the half -way mark and we’ll do it tomorrow! Today we started from Patrick Henry Mall and wound our way into York County, then Hampton, then back into Newport News. Every time we crossed a city or county line the police officers were there to keep us safe. They all do a great job.

Jimmy and I even did a little running today through some construction so we wouldn’t cause too much of a back up. As usual, folks were great, making their donations, giving us water and the ladies at Hampton Foot and Ankle handed us some blister kits!!! So far our feet are holding up well, but we appreciate it!!!

We had another great turnout at Langley Federal Credit Union on Mercury where we stopped for lunch. It’s really great to catch up with the folks who come by every year.

Tomorrow is a big day…20 miles from the south side of the James River Bridge to the Midtown tunnel in Portsmouth. Wish us luck and remember it’s all for the March of Dimes!

14.4 down, many miles to go!

Kerri Furey — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 19:51:02 +0000

What a great first day of the 18th annual “Walk for Babies!” That’s right, Jimmy Ray of Eagle 97.3 has been doing this for 18 years and WAVY TV joined in six years ago to help raise awareness about the mission of the March of Dimes. We felt a few rain drops as we got started from the Williamsburg Country Club, but over all it was great weather for walking. Thanks to the police officers from York County and Newport News who kept us safe today…

…and to all the folks who came out of their businesses to cheer us on. We enjoyed the smiling and waving and lots of horn honking! I really want to thank the folks who couldn’t make it to the “meet and greet” but made a point to find us on the road to give us a donation to the March of Dimes….Becky from Williamsburg, Harley Steel of the U.S. Army, and the tow truck driver…I didn’t get your name, but you know who you are and we thank you…and the March of Dimes thanks you too. We met so many great WAVY/FOX 43 viewers and Eagle 97.3 listeners when we stopped at the Langley Federal Credit Union on Oyster Point. My favorite was Will…he’s just three years old, and is very familiar with Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters.

He was so sweet. We watched a fire truck go by and then he gave me a big hug. When you check out the pictures, he’s the little guy in the red shirt….fire engine red!

Tomorrow Jimmy and I get started at 6:00 am at Patrick Henry Mall and will finish at the Langley Federal Credit Union on Mercury Boulevard. Make sure you tune in to WAVY News Ten Today from 5am – 7am , FOX 43 News at 7am and WAVY News 10 Midday for coverage of the walk. You can also sign up to follow me on Twitter! Please check out the March of Dimes page here at WAVY.COM to find out how you can sign up to March for Babies this Sunday at the ocean front!

See you in the morning!

Kerri Furey visits the DAC Center in Portsmouth

Kerri Furey — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:07:16 +0000

What a great time I had at the DAC center in Portsmouth Monday morning! All the smiling faces ont he students and teachers brightened my day! We read “The Very Lazy Ladybug” and talked about the March of Dimes….this little school is one of the BIGGEST funraisers in the area! Great job DAC ! Jimmy and I will let you know when we’re about to walk by your school!

: Getting ready to listen!