JD Slade with 103.1 WJMA welcomes Hero’s Bridge CEO, Molly Brooks, back to his studio for an update of the Village project and the affordable housing crisis our aging veterans face. Listen to the interview.
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Last month, we proudly celebrated our Vietnam Veterans during the annual 5K Run/Walk—and what a celebration it was! The turnout this year was simply amazing. We were especially pleased with the event’s new location. Participants enjoyed the flat, out-and-back course,...
A sneak peak: Hero’s Bridge Village releases plans for veterans’ community The nonprofit still needs to raise $10M needed for the affordable housing project By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer Apr 23, 2025 After months of contentious debates, Hero’s Bridge has finally...
Our Village Vision Comes To Life! We are excited to finally reveal the renderings for the Hero’s Bridge Village. It has been a labor of love over the last few years, but through all the battles, it turned out almost exactly as we had envisioned: a special place...
On the Wreaths Across America Radio Morning Show, Michael W. Hale chats with Molly Brooks, CEO and Co-Founder of Hero’s Bridge. Molly shares information on upcoming events, including the National Vietnam Veterans 5K Initiative. Molly is a registered nurse and...
Our entire community was so elated when we achieved our rezoning in December of 2024. So many people have reached out with a new enthusiasm and lots of questions! We realized it was time to issue a new set of FAQ’s. This information is accurate as of March 2025 but...
Decision comes despite Planning Commission’s recommendation to deny proposal By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer A plan to build affordable housing for 44 senior military veterans took a huge step forward last week when Warrenton Town Council approved a rezoning request for...
I am thrilled to update those who haven’t heard that the Warrenton Town Council has approved our rezoning request with a vote of 5-2. We are grateful to council members McGuire, Hartman, Hamby, Sutphin, and Mooney for carefully evaluating the complex facts and...
The Warrenton Town Council voted 5-2 Tuesday to approve a zoning map amendment for a 44-unit affordable housing development for senior military veterans. The decision came after a three-hour public hearing where nearly 50 speakers addressed the proposal,...
Dear Supporters, The rezoning process is undeniably complex, requiring the Planning Commission to balance numerous competing interests. We deeply appreciate their thoughtful consideration during both work sessions and public hearings. We made several changes to the...
The impact of our Hero Helpers, those who make a recurring monthly donation to Hero’s Bridge, is immense. Making your support recurring gives the Hero’s Bridge team consistent and predictable support as we plan and implement our vital services. The...
Read the full September newsletter. Thank you to everyone who attended our first public hearing last week. With this complex project, it is easy to concentrate on stormwater management, sidewalks, and architectural details; however, we must remain focused on the...
Twenty-two people addressed the Town of Warrenton Planning Commission in favor of the Hero’s Bridge Village during the September 17, 2024 Public Hearing. Below are some of the comments they made. (Comments have been edited for brevity.) To watch the full Public...
Two big changes have been made in plans for Hero’s Bridge Village, which was pitched last year as a “pocket community” of affordable housing for 44 military veterans, aged 65 and older. The changes: The development will be scaled down, and future residents will not...
We are happy to share that our first of two public hearings is scheduled for September 17th at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall 21 Main St. Warrenton. We Need You!! This will finally be your chance to make your voice heard. Public opinion is one of the the most important...
Listen to the podcast. This week we’re talking with Molly Brooks and retired Coast Guard Officer Sean Hagerty from the veteran support organization Hero’s Bridge. They work to help aging veterans find affordable housing, healthcare, and even coordinate rides to...
A public hearing on the development is slated for Sept. 17 Should Warrenton make it easier for Hero’s Bridge to build 44 affordable housing units for military veterans? Or should zoning laws be interpreted strictly, which would block the project? And does a 2020...
Two Warrenton Town Council members are under fire after a voicemail sent accidentally to the wrong person raised questions about whether a proposal for a new veterans’ housing project can get a fair hearing. Council member Bill Semple, who thought he was leaving a...
Prior military service, especially in combat, has been shown to greatly affect the aging process. While some veterans do well, many others experience chronic illnesses from Agent Orange and other wartime exposures. The loss of a spouse, retirement, or illness often...
