VADAR celebrates Washington’s birthday

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The Virginia Daughters of the American Revolution (VADAR,) Regent’s Club of Richmond presented the 75th annual George Washington Birthday Luncheon Feb. 18 at the Meadowbrook Country Club in Richmond. This is a much-anticipated event; this year, with over 195 attendees, did not disappoint. The group, which includes members from across the region, celebrated the birth and life of George Washington (Feb. 22, 1732 – Dec. 14, 1799,) a general and commander in chief of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783,) the first and a two-term President of the United States (1789 to 1797.)

Prestigious members of the VADAR, including State Regent Laurie P. Nesbitt, were present from all over the state. Lovely ladies, some in flamboyant hats or fascinators, were in attendance. The speaker was David O. Stewart, historian, and author of “George Washington: The Political Rise of the Found- ing Father.” His presentation was enthralling and entertaining with many moments of joyful expression from the audience. A most successful celebration for the anniversary of the 291st birthday of George Washington.

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Years ago, I had written a column on then Governor Jimmy Carter’s speech to lawyers at a Law Day event at the University of Georgia. At the time, the young Georgian was in his third year of his first term as governor. Not only did he pinpoint the challenges of public service, he addressed the group with a bare bones sense of reality in a South still not fully recovered from segregation and reluctant to accept the reality of equality.

“Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was perhaps despised by many in this room because he shook up our social structure that benefited us, and demanded simply that black citizens be treated the same as white citizens, wasn’t greeted with approbation and accolades by the Georgia Bar Association or the Alabama Bar Association. He was greeted with horror,” Carter told the stunned group.

“I don’t want to go on and on; I’m part of it. But the point I want to make to you is that we still have a long way to go. In every age or every year, we have a tendency to believe that we’ve come so far now, that there’s no way to improve the present system,” he continued in his address.

A man’s worth on this planet should surely be judged on the impact made on the lives touched, and Jimmy Carter reached quite a few in a variety of ways from all walks of life. Perhaps, those who are unwilling to give this man the credit he is due are obscured by the blurred vision of politics and the cruel reality of public opinion.

But, those lawyers in Athens left Carter’s speech that day in 1974 with a crystal clear understanding of the man from Plains, his commitment to the good of mankind and his willingness to admit and acknowledge their shortcomings.

The message of hope was impactful, and Americans decided to trust the instincts of this good man. Less than two years later, Carter was elected president.

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Secretariat

From 1 monument on the R-MC campus next to the CSX train tracks, across from the Ashland-Hanover Visitors Center.

The effort to bring the monument to Ashland is being led by Secretariat for Virginia (SECVA), a committee made up of Ashland residents, fundraisers and historians. Per the lease signed by the town and college, when and if funds are raised by the Secretariat for Virginia Committee to purchase the monument, R-MC has agreed to lease the selected property to the town. Once the monument is in place, the town and college will share fiduciary responsibilities for maintenance of this public artwork.

“Secretariat is a beloved American figure, and the Town of Ashland is very proud of our connection to him and the Chenery family,” said Steve Trivett, Mayor of the Town of Ashland. “We are pleased to join with Randolph-Macon College in presenting an accessible, high-visibility placement for this impressive work of art. Secretariat will bring long-term tourism benefits and further enhance our town motto as the Center of the Universe.”

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The legend of Secretariat

Here are a few reasons why Secretariat is so extraordinary and still relevant to racing.

„ secretariat, widely considered the greatest racehorse of all time, was born and trained at Meadow stable in caroline county, Virginia. The track records of his Triple crown races of 1973 – the Kentucky derby, Preakness and Belmont — have never been equaled.

„ esPn named secretariat as one of the Top 50 athletes of the 20th century, actually #35. his astounding 31-length win in the Belmont is universally hailed as one of the greatest moments in the world of sports. he was horse of the year in 1972 and 1973 and inducted into the national racing hall of Fame in 1974. In the List of the Top 100 U.s racehorses of the 20th century, secretariat is second only to Man O’ War. his birthplace at The Meadow, including the foaling shed and other lege deeply values our longstanding ties to the Chenery family, many of whom attended R-MC, and with Meadow Stable,” said Robert Lindgren, R-MC president.

“This magnificent monument to Secretariat will be an exciting attraction for the public on our campus next to downtown Ashland, and an excellent reminder of the equine history of this region.”

The Chenery family, who owned and raced the legendary Thoroughbred, has deep ties to Ashland. Christopher of ellerson Mill road. barns, is even listed on the national register of historic Places and is a Virginia historic Landmark.

„ assault and battery on a family member was reported on the 4100 block of Parsleys Mill road.

„ The majority of Thoroughbreds competing in today’s top races have secretariat in their pedigrees. For example, in the 2022 Kentucky derby, 17 of the 20 contenders were descendants of secretariat. Moreover, there have been only two Triple crown winners in the 21st century – american Pharoah in 2015 and Justify in 2018 – and they both boast “Big red” in their lineage

„ secretariat was celebrated not only for his racing prowess, but for his equine physique. Many experts have declared that he had the rare gift of perfect conformation, with a flawless anatomy that equipped him with both speed and stamina. he also demonstrated an enormous

Chenery grew up in Ashland, attended RandolphMacon College, and in 1936 founded Meadow Stable in nearby Caroline County, where Secretariat was born in 1970. His daughter, Penny Chenery, who managed Secretariat’s spectacular career, was awarded an honorary doctorate from the college in 2011. Her daughter, author/speaker Kate Chenery Tweedy, a resident of Ashland, is leading the Secretariat for Virginia group.

“Secretariat’s story truly would come full circle if on the 10400 block of Washington highway.

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„ driver did not report accident; damage over $250 was reported on the 12300 block of hanover cove Lane.

„ driver did not report accident; damage less or equal to $1000 was reported on the 11400 block of cedar Lane/Broken Bit Lane.

„ Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported on the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

„ Urinating or defecating in public was reported on the 7100 block

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„ assault and battery on a family member was reported on the 7300 block of Barnette avenue.

„ Petit larceny of parts was reported on the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

„ destruction of property, monument was reported on the 8400 block of Whippoorwill road.

„ Violation of protective order was reported on the 3200 block of Longhorn drive.

„ a simple assault was reported racing stride that could cover over 25 feet in a single bound. But one of his most surprising physical attributes was his great heart, measured at his autopsy in 1989 at 22 pounds, the largest of any horse on record. It truly was the engine that powered his incomparable feats. the monument is placed in Ashland,” said Tweedy. “How fitting it would be to see this happen during this milestone Triple Crown anniversary.”

„ an assault, malicious with a victim injured was reported on the 9400 block of shelley drive.

„ an assault on law enforcement, court, doc, fire, medical was reported on the 11200 block of hill ridge court.

„ Identity fraud-financial loss more than $200 was reported on the 13200 block of Winston road.

„ Petit larceny in a building was reported on the 8200 block of atlee road.

„ Petit larceny from an automobile was reported on the 11000 block of air Park road.

„ In 1973, secretariat hit a publicity trifecta, gracing the cover of TIMe, newsweek and sports Illustrated as “america’s super horse.” he transcended horse racing to emerge as a cultural icon. In 2010, the disney film secretariat introduced a new generation to the great horse and it remains a favorite movie of fans young and old. This year, the national celebration of the 50th anniversary of his spectacular Triple crown will add even more luster to secretariat’s enduring star power.

“I have always wanted this second edition of ‘Secre- tariat – Racing into History’ to come home to Virginia,” said Russell. “This is literally where his history started.”

The first version of the monument was placed in Lexington, Kentucky in 2019. If the funding goals are met, this would be the first and only monument to Secretariat in Virginia.

The cost of the Secretariat monument is $550,000, including transportation to the site. Installation and landscaping are additional costs, for which the group hopes to obtain in-kind contributions. SECVA is accepting pledges online and donations through the Ashland Museum, also a partner in the project.

Additional opportunities for public input on this project will be made available in spring 2023 with more details coming soon. For more information visit the SECVA website or contact the committee at Info@SecretariatForVirginia.com.

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WALLS, Steven Eric . The family of steven eric Walls announce his sudden passing on February 19, 2023. he was born on december 31, 1974, to Liz and Perk Walls; and brother, PJ. In addition to his mom, dad and brother, he is survived by his wife, hope; her children; amber (robert), Zachary (Kayla); and granddaughters, averie, autumn and ainsley; niece, Kristen (Josh); nephews, aaron (alexa) and ryker; stepmom, Brenda, Valerie, amy and their families. a celebration of Life will be held at the sandston Moose on March 4, 2023, at 3:30 p.m., where eric had been a member for over 20 years. a memorial service will be 2 p.m. sunday, March 12, at calvary christian church, 14196 a shland rd., Glen allen, Va. Following service, a meal and visitation with the family will be at Kitchen 33, 13155 Mountain rd., Glen allen, Va. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Mooseheart charities, 155 s. International dr., Mooseheart, Ill. 60539, in eric’s name.