Valley River Humane Society Announces Largest Adoption Event in Shelter History
By Marge Farrington | Published 2026-08-13T18:13:22.166Z
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Murphy -- Agust 13, 2026: Big changes are underway at the Valley River Humane Society (VRHS) following the appointment of new Shelter Director Marnie Fitzgerald in June 2026. Taking the helm with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, Fitzgerald was greeted by 200 hopeful animals awaiting forever homes—including several long-term residents who have waited months, and even years, for a family.
Murphy -- Agust 13, 2026: Big changes are underway at the Valley River Humane Society (VRHS) following the appointment of new Shelter Director Marnie Fitzgerald in June 2026. Taking the helm with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, Fitzgerald was greeted by 200 hopeful animals awaiting forever homes—including several long-term residents who have waited months, and even years, for a family.Among them is Loca, the shelter’s longest resident, who arrived at VRHS in May 2023. At four years ol