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he Chesterfield County School Board recently elected a chair and vice chair and scheduled meetings for the rest of the year. Patricia Carpenter, who represents the Midlothian District, will serve as chair. David Wyman, who represents the Dale District, will serve as vice chair. The other School Board members are Carrie Coyner, representing the Bermuda District; Dianne Smith, Clover Hill District; and Tom Doland, Matoaca District. Looking ahead, Carpenter said, “We face this coming year with optimism and gratitude. We have much to be thankful for here in Chesterfield County. We enjoy an excellent quality of life and a reputation for providing high quality instruction and being a leader in public education throughout the Commonwealth.” “We will continue to strive for excellence in all that we do. Complacency is not an option. We live in a time of fast paced change, increased demands and decreased resources,” she added. “It is this board’s intention to continue our commitment to high standards and high quality.” She also said that the continued support of the public – both internal and external stakeholders – is crucial to the school division’s success. “This is the community’s school division; these are the community’s facilities. As elected officials, we must make decisions that are in the best interests of our students. And that, in turn, is in the best interest of the long-term vitality of our community,” Carpenter said. In other business, the School Board agreed to meet at 7 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road, on Feb. 14, Feb. 28, March 13, March 27, April 24, May 8, May 22, June 26, Aug. 14, Aug. 28, Sept. 11, Sept. 24, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11. Work sessions also are held before every regular meeting, starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Central Office Board Rooms, 9900 Krause Road. The School Board will hold a retreat on Feb. 3. The School Board will hold budget work sessions starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Central Office Board Rooms, 9900 Krause Road, on Feb. 7 and Feb. 21. The School Board will hold a public engagement session starting at 7 p.m. at the Fulghum Center, 4003 Cogbill Road, on Oct. 23 (Model County Government). The board will hold quarterly work sessions in the Central Office Board Rooms, 9900 Krause Road, on March 23, May 25, Sept. 28, Dec. 14. Visit the school division’s web site at mychesterfieldschools.com for additional information about School Board meetings.
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Above: USCIS Norfolk Office field director Stephanie Reither administers the oath to 25 applicants seeking citizenship at Tomahawk Middle School last week. Below left: Octavio Wilson displays a big smile as he displays his official document certifying his new citizenship. Below right: Tomahawk eighth grader Frankie Urcia read the new Americans her award-winning essay on citizenship.
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itizenship is something many take for granted, but − for 25 naturalized immigrants − it’s the culmination of a dream. “Today exceeded all my expectations,” said Octavio Wilson, originally from Venezuela and one of the applicants who became a citizen at a ceremony last week at Tomahawk Creek Middle School near Midlothian.“This will allow me to vote and to pursue my dream of becoming a police officer, something I’ve wanted to do since I arrived in 1998.” The auditorium at Tomahawk was packed as the school hosted its first naturalization ceremony, but it was not the students’ first exposure to the process. “I have taken students to the federal court building for ceremonies for the past three years,” said event co-organizer and social studies teacher Rebecca Fox. “The Honorable M. Hannah Lauck, today’s presiding judge, has supported and hosted us at the court building in the past. My students have always commented on what an amazing experience it is to go there. My only regret is I have only been able to take 30 students at a time and wanted to do something more,” she added. Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli was the keynote speaker and struck a patriotic message for the new citizens as well as an appreciative
student audience. “You’ve come from all corners of the world to be here in America to become part of this diverse, complex and great American family. Welcome to all of you,” Cuccinelli said. “Today, you share in the promise of the American dream,” he added. Cuccinelli did not underestimate the resolve of citizens who leave their homelands to become Americans. “To renounce all allegiance to your former home is not something to be taken lightly. To swear loyalty and allegiance to the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America against all enemies, foreign and domestic is a DREAM page 2
No stone unturned for Va. State Parks set economic development overnight visitation
County’s recovery plan highlights new technology, traditional customer service BY JIM RIDOLPHI Special Correspondent
Chesterfield County is open for business. That’s the message the county’s economic development director Will Davis delivered last week for a group of local businessmen and women at the Chesterfield Business Council Networking breakfast at Johnston Willis Hospital. While other counties throughout the region are still struggling with declining housing starts, a decrease in commercial development and less than average job growth, Chesterfield appears to be on track for a full economic recovery, and Davis said that prognosis is due in part to the economic development team in the county. “Economic development is the consummate team sport,” Davis said. He noted that projects such as Meadowville would not have been possible without the support of the county administrator and the county’s elected officials. “If it wasn’t for that interchange, it (Meadowville) wouldn’t be there,” Davis said. Projects like that also would not have been possible without the support of the Richmond Chamber’s Chesterfield Busi-
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Will Davis, economic development director for Chesterfield County.
ness Council. “If it wasn’t for the people in this room, we wouldn’t be where we are today,” Davis said. The county’s economic outlook has brightened thanks to the addition of several major projects in the county. “New announced investment for last year was $143.6 million. That’s an 18 percent increase,” he said. PLAN page 2
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ocahontas State Park in Chesterfield County had an overnight attendance of 107,473 in 2011 as Virginia State Parks set an overnight visitation record. Day use attendance hit 276,047, with total attendance topping 383,520. The economic impact to Pocahontas State Park for 2011 was $12,477,227. In 2011, the state parks system celebrated its 75th anniversary with contests, special events and near-record attendance. The parks also hosted more overnight visitors than any year in history. Overnight attendance in state park cabins, campgrounds and lodges increased 3 percent last year to 1,055,875, up from 1,022,698 in 2010. “Year after year, Virginia State Parks continue to host record numbers of visitors,” Virginia Department of
Conservation and Recreation State Parks director Joe Elton said. The 2011 overall attendance of 7,836,246 visitors was the second highest in the state park system’s 75-year history, down slightly from the record-high attendance of 8,065,558 in 2010. “Hurricanes and tornados briefly closed a number of parks, in some cases for several weeks, and yet our daily attendance was the second highest in history, only a modest decline from 2010,” Elton said. “In fact, our daily attendance increased in nearly half of our 35 parks. Virginia State Parks remain a primary vacation destination for millions of people looking for affordable opportunities to enjoy Virginia’s great outdoors.” Because Virginia State Parks generally are in less developed areas, they remain
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profound duty,” he added. The Attorney General urged the new citizens to let their neighbors know the contrasting values of governments from their home countries when compared to the United States. “It is something powerful you can share with your fellow Americans. It’s easy to take for granted what we have in America,” Cuccinelli said. Judge Lauck said the ceremony officially recognized the 25 applicants as citizens, but the choice of whether to become patriots was up to them. “Today, each of you becomes an American citizen, but you must also choose whether to become a patriot,” she said.“A patriot welcomes both the benefits and the burdens of citizenship.” Fox said the ceremony is a poignant lesson for her students, well worth the extensive planning it took her and fellow teacher Matt Porter to complete. “This ceremony is important because we teach citizenship − duties and responsibilities, how one becomes a U.S. citizen (through birth or naturalization), and character traits of a good citizen,” she said. “Citizenship is something so many people take for granted. It is important for our students to witness
the efforts of immigrants from around the world and the sacrifices they make to become American citizens,” she added. Porter said the effort was well worth it. “I think it was a great turnout for an excellent ceremony and it was great for the kids to witness this. It’s so much better than just reading about it in class,” he said. Eighth grader Frankie Urcia delivered a message of citizenship to the new citizens in the form of an essay that earned her first place in the school’s essay contest. She also acknowledged the hard work and commitment required to become naturalized citizens. “We admire the hard work that each of you have put forth to earn what all Americans should view as an honor − being an American citizen,” Urcia said. Tomahawk Creek principal David Ellena said this year’s ceremony was a meaningful and important lesson for his students, and hinted the ceremony could become an annual event. “The students actually got an idea and sense of what they (the applicants) had to go through to get what they were given at birth. That’s a whole different perspective for them to have,” he said. “This is the first time we’ve had the ceremony here, and hopefully we can continue to do that.”
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That increase is attributed to six projects, five expansions that resulted in 2,149 new jobs in 2011. Davis said he has a simple strategy when it comes to economic development. “Our most effective development strategy combines a comprehensive online presence with personalized faceto-face service,” he told the audience. Davis said his department has the ability to match potential businesses with locations that are shovel-ready, complete with infrastructure and services. Another important element in the economic development picture is revitalization, and Davis said his department is taking an expanded role in that area too. He said they are focused on corridors along Midlothian Turnpike, Jefferson Davis Highway and in Ettrick. A comprehensive approach is the key to successful economic development, according to Davis. “To be competitive, a economic development organization needs to deliver its content through as many channels and to as many targeted audiences as possible,” Davis said. That includes Internet marketing, social media networking, direct mail, traditional avenues and other methods.
The county will unveil a new website with comprehensive information for tourism, and recently posted a new website highlighting opportunities along the Route 1 corridor. VisitChesterfieldva.com will offer visitors complete information on sites, facilities and recreation opportunities, and should be up and running within 90 days, Davis added. The county has several gateway We are really projects underway fortunate to that have promisbe where we ing potential for are right now. continued growth Chesterfield is in the county. growing. Watkins Centre
much of which is designated in one of the county’s Enterprise Zones where incentives for economic development are available to new and existing businesses. Meadowville, the county’s industrial and technology park, will welcome a new Amazon Distribution Center within a year, a project that represents an $80 million investment and will create 1,000 jobs in Chesterfield. The company selected Meadowville after considering 350 other sites across the nation. According to Davis, the massive project is a win-win situation for the county. Roads and infrastructure needed to accommodate Amazon will enhance economic development opportunities at Meadowville. “Amazon and all their needs, infrain Midlothian structure and roads, are opening up Will Davis features a new Bon Meadowville,” Davis said. Secours Health Along Route 10, the Richmond Center and The Aquatic Center opens in March and Shoppes at Westshould attract visitors from across the chester. region. “The shops at Westchester are startDavis said it all adds to a positive ing to fill up and there are a number of outlook for business in Chesterfield opportunities we’re working on there at County. Watkins Centre,” Davis said. “We are really fortunate to be where The largest Kroger in the state is we are right now. Chesterfield is growslated for the Cloverleaf Mall area, ing.”
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Church sponsors peanut butter drive “would like to do 10 times that amount by the end of the month.” Peanut butter, which Thornton said is one of the Richmond Food Bank’s biggest needs, can be dropped off between 10 a.m. and noon on Saturdays at 201 N. Courthouse Rd. in Richmond and from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Sundays at 530 Courthouse Rd. in Richmond. For more information, call the church at 874-3269 or visit relaxedchurch.com.
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The New Venture Christian Church is sponsoring a community wide collection of peanut butter for the Richmond Food Bank. According to organizer Steve Thornton, the collection has been going on throughout the month of January. The church has delivered about 2,000 postcards seeking donations. As of Jan. 17, about 400 jars had been received. Thornton said they
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managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation and offer dozens of festivals and concerts and thousands of educational programs across the state. For more information about state park activities and amenities, or to make reservations in one of the 25 parks with camping facilities or 18 parks with cabins or family lodges, call the Virginia State Parks Reservation Center at 800933-PARK or visit www. virginiastateparks.gov.
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2100 block of Burroughs Street Jan. 4 Victim stated he awoke to an 11500 block of Hull Street explosive sound and discovRoad ered his vehicle on fire in his Unknown suspect/s rummaged driveway. through multiple unlocked vehicles on the lot. Nothing 9400 block of Midlothian reported stolen at this time. Turnpike Item was stolen from location.
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4600 block of Millridge Parkway Items were taken from the victim’s vehicle.
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900 block of Pocono Drive Suspect broke the rear window at the location and Jan. 6 gained entry to the business. 14700 block of Waters Shore Once inside, several desk drawers were open and at Drive this time nothing has been Suspect/s removed a screen reported stolen. and gained entry to the victim’s residence through the unlocked front window. Prop- Jan. 7 erty was reported stolen. 00000 block of Providence
Road South The manager and an employee were inside the manager’s vehicle watching another employee as he waited on the sidewalk for his ride to arrive. One suspect approached Jan. 8 that employee as a second 2300 block of Oak Lake came up to the manager’s Boulevard Items were taken from victim’s vehicle. Suspects forced all three employees back inside unlocked vehicle. and demanded the safe to be opened. When finally convinced the safe could not Jan. 3 be opened, the suspects took 300 block of Perimeter Drive property from the office and left. Item taken from victim’s unlocked vehicle.
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3400 block of Courthouse Road Item was stolen from the victim’s unlocked vehicle.
7100 block of Courthouse Road Victim stated known suspect entered his residence and stole property. 5900 block of Tuskwillow Drive Suspect/s broke open the rear door and gained entry to the victim’s residence. Property was reported stolen.
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9200 block of Midlothian Turnpike Items were stolen from victim’s unlocked vehicle. Suspect was later apprehended.
9200 block of Lady Anne Lane Victim had both her unlocked vehicles rummaged through and items were taken from one of the vehicles.
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Va. emergency personnel receive training at EMS expo BY KOREY HUGHES
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Where do Central Virginia’s emergency medical services personnel go to get the training that they need to provide urgent medical care? Well, the instruction that they require to become certified isn’t easy to acquire, and that’s why many of them will attend the 3rd annual Central Virginia EMS Education Expo on Saturday, Jan. 28, and Sunday, Jan. 29. Kelly Schaaf, a registered nurse with the Henrico County Division of Fire, is the organizer of the expo. She also is an EMS quality assurance coordinator, which makes her an ideal choice to spearhead a program that helps EMS professionals learn to provide a higher standard of care. According to Schaaf, the depressed economy has made it difficult for many EMS personnel to be able to afford to receive or renew their certifica-
tions. For that reason, the free event is a godsend for them. “Most continuing education credits are offered with a registration fee, so the current economy has affected their ability to earn those credits,” Schaaf said. “And the state of Virginia still has a large volume of (EMS) volunteers who work at other places or are retired, so having to pay for continuing education credits can become a burden for them.” 2011’s event attracted more than 250 professionals who registered for the 78 different classes that were available. Schaaf said more than 300 people have already registered in 2012 and the most popular courses were already been filled more than a week before the expo’s planned dates. This year’s event, which has been co-sponsored by Henrico County Division of Fire and Bon Secours Richmond
for the last two years, will be joined by a new third cosponsor, Chesterfield County Fire and EMS. “We’re trying to provide a regional event, and it just made sense for Chesterfield to come aboard so we could reach out to that area,” Schaaf said. Dr. Alan Yee, the medical director for Chesterfield County Fire and EMS, helped to secure many of the medical professionals who will teach Saturday’s and Sunday’s courses. Schaaf said Yee will teach two classes and Chesterfield County Fire and EMS also will provide additional EMS staff to help with logistics during the weekend. While it might not be easy for the general public to understand why an event like this is necessary, it actually has further-reaching effects than most people might realize.
That is, this kind of educational opportunity ensures that the many paid and volunteer EMS professionals in the region will be able to continue to respond to medical emergencies. “It’s important for EMS providers to be able to earn the credits they need to obtain their certifications,” Schaaf said. “And (emergency medical services) allows for medical treatment to begin in the field, which impacts patient outcomes and helps them to get on the road to recovery sooner.” The Central Virginia EMS Education Expo will be presented from 7:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Henrico Training Center at 7701 E. Parham Road in Henrico County. Early last week, the event was full and no longer accepting registrations from EMS personnel.
Annual festival celebrates the art of dance BY KOREY HUGHES Special Correspondent
If you’re a fan of skillfully planned dance performances, check out the 13th annual Virginia Dance Festival on Saturday, Jan. 28, at James River High School. On that day, dance companies from all over the state will show off their talents during two shows. For Jessica Morgan, the event’s organizer and the owner of Jessica Morgan’s School of Dance, Saturday’s occasion is a culmination of her students’ efforts. But, in addition to running her school, Morgan also has been planning this year’s show since October. Not only is the Virginia Dance Festival an opportunity to get most of the Central Virginia region’s major dance companies under one roof, it’s also an important charity event. Since its inception, the showcase has been a benefit for the Children’s Hospital Foundation. “Well, 13 years ago, I felt
that my dancers needed an opportunity to use their talents for something other than our recitals,” Morgan said. “And we did a show for the children (at the Children’s Hospital Foundation), and it touched my heart.” “Some of the children that we performed for couldn’t walk, much less dance. So, I decided that I would do something that would bring the dance community together for the foundation.” According to Morgan, more than 40 groups are scheduled to perform. On Saturday, the dance companies will cover a range of styles, including ballroom, classical, jazz, musical theater and tap. Other local professional dance organizations such as Richmond Ballet’s Minds in Motion have been invited to perform. And student groups from local schools, including the Appomattox Regional
Governor’s School and Thomas Dale High School, will show off their moves as well. In addition, cultural dance groups such as the Colonial Dance Club of Richmond and the Richmond Renaissance Dancers will present historical performances. Because so many acts are involved, matinee and evening shows have been planned to accommodate them. According to Morgan, having two shows ensures that each of the groups will get a chance to show off their talents. At the same time, it also means that both exhibitions will showcase completely different lineups. A portion of the proceeds from the ticket sales will go to the Children’s Hospital Foundation, and a silent auction also will take place during the event. Artwork, Kings Dominion tickets and restaurant gift certificates are just some of the items that will be up for bid.
When asked why dance touches people so deeply, Morgan said she thought it was an art form that offers a lot to them. “When you watch it, you feel excited or passionate,” Morgan said. “The beauty of it takes you into your own venue, and it’s a wonderful way to escape and just have an enjoyable time.” The 13th annual Virginia Dance Festival will be held on Saturday at James River High School in Midlothian. The first show will get underway at 3 p.m., with the second to start at 7 p.m. Tickets for the individual performances at either 3 or 7 p.m. are $10 for children ages 3 to 11 or $12 for adults. Combined ticket prices for both shows are $15 for children ages 3 to 11 or $18 for adults. For more information, go to www.virginiadancefestival. com or call 739-7600.
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County leads region in economic development By the way, Maruchan makes Ramen Noodles and produces almost one-half of the product eaten merica’s recovery from one of the worst worldwide. economic downturns since the Great In addition to the standard selling points, ChesDepression is a process that is slow and terfield officials evoke a message that welcomes still painful for many who are still unem- business, removes obstacles for perspective compaployed or underemployed. nies. In some cases, they partner with the state to A reduction in jobless claims or a slight upturn increase incentives or improve interchanges. in business activity means little to the worker who The county has a cooperative business comcan’t meet his mortgage payment or pay the car munity, well represented in organizations like the payment. To him, the recovery can’t come fast Chesterfield Business Council sponsored by the enough − and sometimes it’s difficult to find good Richmond Chamber. They join a dedicated and news in a slow moving economy. innovative economic development team that is While other counties in our area are still expeutilizing the latest technology to attract new clients. riencing the economic funk, most will agree the The results are obvious. Bon Secours, Amazon system has bottomed out and is on the rebound. and countless retail outlets continue to seek their That’s especially true for Chesterfield County, and futures in Chesterfield. Improvements planned for economic development can only be described as the county’s industrial complex, Meadowville, will booming. enhance the area and offer prime sites for other That relates to jobs for Chesterfield citizens, al- businesses to follow. most 4,600 of them in the last year created by new The county’s airport is another strong selling business or expansion in the county. The robust point for interested companies. A new interchange economy in Chesterfield raises a question other at Meadowville offers easy access for employees and localities are asking themselves. If it can happen in vendors. Chesterfield, why can’t it happen in my county? So, what’s the secret behind Chesterfield’s ecoThe answer is not simple, but it’s obvious some- nomic success? It’s a combination of answers. That thing is going right when it comes to economic subtle mix of technology, homespun hospitality, development in Chesterfield. There are the obvious cooperative government and citizens and expandamenities, including good roads, a quality educaing infrastructure are producing healthy results for tion system and first class infrastructure. Those its citizens. elements have helped attract world-class businesses For those out of work, the good news can’t come in the past year. fast enough, but there’s no doubt new businesses Firms like Sabra Foods and Maruchan have in Chesterfield are creating thousands of jobs anrealized Chesterfield is a great place to do business. nually. BY JIM RIDOLPHI
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Chamber celebrates achievements during annual awards banquet efforts of the organization’s best and brightest members and their The Chesterfield County Cham- achievements in the local business ber of Commerce will host its ancommunity. nual awards Darcy Warren, CCCC combanquet munications and events director, and dinner spearheaded the planning for the on Friday, awards banquet. Jan. 27, at “Every year, we pick a motivathe Holiday tional and inspirational theme and Inn Koger use it throughout the entire year,” Conference Warren said. “And we also wanted Center, with to get someone from NASA to a NASA enappear at this year’s banquet, so we Grigsby gineer as the chose that theme for 2012, and we keynote speaker. went with it.” Donner Grigsby, who was Manufacturer DuPont is one of recruited by NASA for its six-year- the major co-sponsors of the banlong Engineering Technician Apquet, and the company will present prentice Program to learn to design its Community Heroes awards to vehicles for the space program, was local residents. K.C. Sehlhorst will named NASA Langley’s Speaker of receive Firefighter of the Year, John the Year in 2004, 2005 and 2006. S. Farmer Jr. will be honored as PoOn Friday, he will talk about lice Officer of the Year and Nancy the theme “Lessons Learned from Hoover will be given the Teacher of Exploration” and discuss how the Year award. space exploration concepts can be The identities of the chamber’s metaphorically applied to successes Business of the Year and Member of in the business world. the Year recipients, however, are still With a theme of “All Systems Are under wraps. Those names won’t Go,” the chamber will celebrate the be revealed until Friday evening’s BY KOREY HUGHES Special Correspondent
awards ceremony. The chamber is focused on creating solidarity in the local business community. And Friday night’s awards presentation will highlight the ways that members have helped foster economic development in Chesterfield County during the past year. “Well, we’re pro-business, and I think a strong business community provides jobs and attracts other businesses − like Amazon − to Chesterfield,” Warren said. “And if we’re more desirable, it will bring many more to the county, and that will make Chesterfield grow.” The celebration and installation of officers will be held from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday at the Holiday Inn Koger Conference Center at 1021 Koger Center Boulevard in Chesterfield. The event, black tie-optional, will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a networking mixer. The banquet dinner and awards program will start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $60 for members and $75 for non-members. For more information, call 7486364, ext. 2.
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The Chesterfield County Public Library’s Central branch library is temporarily closed as of 5 p.m. Jan. 14 for necessary maintenance. The anticipated reopening date is late March. Customers are encouraged to use
CCPL’s other eight branch locations. On a temporary basis while Central is closed, LaPrade, Chester and Meadowdale libraries will offer Thursday hours beginning today (Thursday, Jan. 26) from 1 to 9 p.m. Customers may always take advantage of CCPL’s remote services
such as free eBooks, eAudiobooks and electronic databases by visiting the library website at library.chesterfield.gov. Customers may call 751-2275 for information regarding programs and services. For more information, call 751-CCPL or visit library.chesterfield.gov.
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Peoples Income Tax Inc. founder and CEO Chuck McCabe announced that his firm will open a new permanent office at 1520 Huguenot Road, Suite 111 in Huguenot Place in Midlothian. Peoples Tax has operated in Chesterfield Towne Center on a seasonal basis each year for the past 20 years. The new Peoples Tax office, which is just north of the mall, will operate year-round, providing individual and small business tax preparation, as well as small business bookkeeping and payroll services. The grand opening was on Tuesday, Jan. 17, the first day IRS will accept e-filed tax returns. “We’ve been moving away from seasonal offices for several years and this year all of our offices will be permanent locations providing yearround client service,” McCabe said. “Our tax professionals, some of whom also write tax course curriculum and teach taxes for our sister company, The Income Tax School, have a very strong base of tax knowledge. We can prepare any individual or small business tax return, no matter how complex, for about half the price of a large accounting firm,” he said. New clients receive a 20 percent introductory discount and prior clients receive a Loyal Client Discount
of 3 percent per year returning, up to 15 percent. McCabe said Peoples also offers a Triple Guarantee of Accuracy, Yearround Service and Satisfaction or you pay no fee. During the tax season the Huguenot Place office will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Service will be provided throughout the off-season during normal business hours. Appointments may be arranged by calling 974-8729. Walk-ins also are welcome. About Peoples Income Tax Peoples Income Tax Inc. is a Richmond-based company established in 1987 to provide income tax preparation for individuals and small businesses, as well as small business accounting and payroll services. Peoples Tax operates six tax offices in the Richmond area. Peoples’ sister company, The Income Tax School, published tax course texts for live instruction by tax and accounting firms and colleges and career schools nationwide. The Income Tax School also provides e-learning tax courses and seminars to teach tax preparation to CPAs and tax professionals nationwide. For more information, visit www. peoplestax.com or call 204-1040.
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The Kiwanis of Chesterfield will present Diamonds ‘N’ Dice Casino Night from 7 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, at The Positive Vibe Café at 2825 Hathaway Road in Richmond. Proceeds will benefit The Positive Vibe Cafe and The Miracle League of Richmond. The cost is $100 per person and reservations can be made at www.kiwanisofchesterfield.org. Food for the event will include assorted fine cheese and fresh fruit platter; hot spinach and artichoke dip with fine crackers; salmon
mousse petit fours; spiced shrimp with key lime cocktail sauce; peppercorn crusted filet mignon; chicken satay skewers with a roasted peanut sauce; grilled winter vegetables; double chocolate mousse; and apple cinnamon fruit tarts. As for beverages, two drink tickets will be given to each attendee. The evening is black tie optional The phone number for The Positive Vibe Café is 560-9622. For more information, call Charlie Adams at 794-1019 or e-mail govadams@aol.com.
Women’s club announces scholarships The Midlothian Women’s Club, founded 20 years ago, is pleased to announce two $500 scholarships or one $1,000 scholarship for a female at Midlothian High School. The eligibility requirements are as follows: A) Have attained a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better; B) Have attended a Chesterfield County Public School for at least M
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hris Lane, in his first year at Trinity Episcopal, has become big man on campus … that is, if you don’t count TitanTron. Lane is a bouncy, agile 6-foot-6 junior who dominates inside, outside and on every floorboard in between. TitanTron is the school’s dark, menacing 9-foot-6 mascot who looks like he’s stepped off the page of a Marvel Comics superhero magazine. Lane is arguably the Prep League’s most intimidating big man. “Tron,” hovering at end lines, makes Darth Vader look like a cuddly kitten, by comparison. And that’s not all first-year coach Rick Hamlin has going for him on the south slope of the James River. The Titans, 14-2 after a 74-71 loss to Christchurch last week, remain undefeated in their new playpen – the sparkling Estes Athletic Center, with double the seating capacity of the old facility. What’s more, the private school has 445 students (grades 8-12), and you’d swear every last one of them is at full voice for home games, supporting the team and razzing foes Duke-style. Then there’s the blaring pep band in the end zone and Richmond City Council president Kathy Graziano on the front row
(rooting for grandson Joey). What’s more, Lane’s supporting cast features: Quick, spring-loaded guard Jaylen Hinton, by way of San Antonio, Texas, and Cosby High; Turbo-charged defensive pest Torey Burston, borrowed from the football team, and; Josh Brown, the precocious 6-3 freshman already in his second varsity campaign. “We’re looking at it as a ‘new beginning’ – new year, new coach, new gym,” said Hamlin. At the same time, Hamlin (after 10 years as JV coach) is attempting to rekindle old spirit. The Titans won nine Prep League crowns, 1981-97, and were Virginia Independent Schools champs in ’96. Now bearded, Hamlin was the ace playmaker on the ’96 team and is a member of Trinity’s Wall of Fame. “Coach is always pointing up to that banner,” said Hinton, acknowledging the ’96 placard. “We’re trying to bring back the glory.” Hinton, who averages 15 points and 6 assists, made the Cosby varsity two years ago as a freshman. Last winter he was in San Antonio before returning to the area. The 225-pound man-child Lane, a transfer from MeadowTRINITY P6
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or Midlothian YMCA 10k Training Team member Gina Gentilini, running hasn’t always been a part of her life; it’s a passion she has discovered rather recently. Gentilini first became involved in the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue10k last year when her neighbor asked if she would join her in the community event. The 39-year-old completed the 6.2-mile race in one hour and 13 minutes. “A 10k is something that had always been on my bucket list, so I went for it,” she said. The looks on her boyfriend and mother’s faces as she crossed the finish line last April are images that remain with her to this day. Ever since then, Gentilini has been hooked. She finds herself being most drawn to the competition of it all. “I know you are competing against yourself, but I wanted to prove to myself that I could do it," she said. "I wanted to do something that was outside of my comfort zone.” It was her cousin that first encouraged her to join a training team. Last year she was on the Novice team at the Midlothian YMCA, but this year she has stepped it up a notch and joined the Intermediate training team. Gentilini acknowledges that her coach from the training team, Jeff Wilmoth, has played a huge role in her success. Wilmoth made her want to keep going especially when she was having feelings of doubt at the beginning of her journey. “He was such a good motivator and made the experience light hearted as we were running up the Grove Hill," Gentilini said. She continues to train on her own and enjoys running through Rosemont in the Salisbury subdivision. And, while she may not look forward to the large hills in the area, they are proving to be great for Gentilini’s endurance and strength training. In the midst of completing her first 10k and continuing to train for her second, Gentilini has also accomplished another great TRAIN P6
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ne sequence early in the fourth quarter of last Thursday’s Dominion District game against Clover Hill perfectly encapsulated the attitude Larry Starr has instilled in his Monacan High girls basketball players. The Chiefs led by 24 points and were well on their way to maintaining an unbeaten record against district competition. But that mattered little to Micaela Parson after she knocked the ball away from the Cavaliers’ Bria Carlisle near the midcourt stripe. Carlisle scrambled to retrieve the ball. So did Parson, launching herself headlong onto the floor before alertly flipping the ball to teammate Raven Williams for a breakaway layup. Parson’s incredible effort put an exclamation point on Monacan’s 61-31 victory and spoke volumes about the commitment the Chiefs
have made to the full-court pressure defense that has stifled so many opponents this season. “The team just plays with so much heart from beginning to end,” Starr said. “These girls don’t care if we’re up by 40 in the last two minutes; that’s the mentality they play with all the time.” Starr said Monacan plays up tempo on both ends of the floor out of necessity. The Chiefs use their quickness, athleticism and perimeter shooting to make up for the fact that they’re one of the smallest teams in the Central Region. 5-10 senior Rebecca Deichman, the tallest player in Monacan’s regular rotation, is out for the season with a knee injury. At 5-8 and 5-7, respectively, versatile wings Williams and Gabby Harris are the closest thing these Chiefs have to “bigs.” Still, Monacan’s defense was at its relentless best against Clover Hill, which CHIEFS P6
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sure-handed Carlisle. “I do feel bad [for the had one distinct advantage other team] sometimes, but (in the paint) but too often we just do what our coach was unable to get the ball tells us to do,” Williams said. into the hands of its leading “We’re just trying to win.” scorer. Since defense is key to Skye Jefferson, a 6-1 cenMonacan’s success, Starr ter, finished with a doublereserves most of his intensity double of 11 points and 12 for when the Chiefs don’t rebounds, but Monacan’s have the ball. vertically-challenged lineup Every time Clover Hill made her work hard for managed to get the ball everything she got. inbounds, he called out “Too “That’s been our whole easy!,” then loudly exhorted focus,” Clover Hill coach Jim his players to “Deny! Deny!” Wahrman said. “We’ve been Starr’s message is clear: most successful when we get at Monacan, you either play the ball inside to her. When defense or you don’t play. she gets the ball, she can do “It doesn’t matter who some terrific things.” you are. He won’t hesitate to Wahrman, who led Prince pull you,” said Harris, who Edward’s girls squad to a earned a brief trip to the Group A state title in 1999, bench after the player she acknowledged it was difficult was assigned to guard scored to simulate the quickness and two quick buckets. aggressiveness of Monacan’s For most of the game, defense in practice. putting the ball in the basket “Until you actually see it was a much more monumenin person, it is kind of hard tal task for the host Cavaliers. to prepare for,” Wahrman “You can do a good job against their pressure in the added. first quarter. You can do a The Chiefs did such a good job in the second quargood job of denying Clover ter. By the third quarter, you Hill’s players access to the start getting sick of it. Then ball, they made it a nightin the fourth quarter, when mare for the Cavaliers to you’re tired, it’s really tough,” even get the ball inbounds. Wahrman said. And that was just the first “There was a stretch in step; actually getting it across the midcourt stripe to the third quarter where we played pretty good. Mentally, prevent a 10-second violation was a chore even for the they just wear you down.”
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Trinity Episcopal’s mascot, the 9-foot-6 TitanTron, is a fixture at all of the school’s home basketball games.
TRINITY from P5 brook, averages 22 points and 7 boards while floating about like a rhino with wings. “I was only 6-1 when I started high school,” said Lane. “I wasn’t always big. I learned to play outside, as a guard first.” Today’s Titans are no slow pokes. They demand a hip-
hop pace with a swarming full-floor “diamond press” – similar to the one VCU rode to NCAA Final Four. It’s a vice ‘n’ dice maneuver. The relentless Titans aim to squeeze the fight out of their foes; then carve them up. The Titans feel they are not only faster than their opponents, but stronger, too. Another Estes addition
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keep young children at a distance. “Man, the first time I saw that thing, I thought, ‘what’s that?’” said Lane, shaking his head, as if still disbelieving. “Surprised me!” So much for surprises. TitanTron is for real and so, too, are the Titans, feeling frisky in their new digs and ready to pursue a title.
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TUESDAY, FEB. 7 The Midlothian Garden Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at Bethel Baptist Church, 1100 Huguenot Springs Road at 10:30 a.m. February’s meeting will feature Peggy Singlemann, Director of Horticulture at Maymont, who will give a power-point presentation titled “History of Maymont Gardens.” Horticulture specimens and artistic floral designs will also be displayed by members. Refreshments will be served at noon. The meeting is open to the public; and guests and prospective members are always welcome. For more information, please contact Dolores at 794-3002 or Sandy at 379-4515.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8 The New Virginians (a club for women new to the Richmond area in the last two years) will have its monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Stonehenge Country Club (1000 Farnham Dr., Richmond, VA 23236). The guest speaker for this luncheon is Paul Levengood, head of the Virginia Historical Society. The cost for the luncheon is $25. Prospective members are welcome. Reservations for the luncheon are requested by noon on Feb. 1, 2012. Contact Linda Eggleston at 744-2025 for more information.
THURSDAY, FEB. 9 The Farnsworth Invention by Aaron Sorkin (The West Wing, A Few Good Men and
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The Salisbury Garden Club meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Church of the Redeemer at 9:30a.m. This month, the club will spotlight Eve Roemhildt, “Make and Take: Make Your Own Flower Print Cards.” If you have any questions regarding the Salisbury Garden Club, please contact the president Doris Morris at doriskmorris@ comcast.net.
Monacan Baseball Jr. Chiefs Baseball Camp to be held February 11, 15, 18, 22. Registration form available at www. monacansports.com. Varsity Baseball, Camps and Clinics. The Monacan Chiefs Baseball Program is proud to offer the 3rd Annual Baseball Camp for K-8th graders. This camp will focus on the fundamentals of baseball that will allow each player to play at a higher level this upcoming season. Each player will enjoy 2 or 4 days of baseball instruction that will range from defensive play, hitting, and pitching. Camp instruction will focus on hitting, throwing, catching, base-running, and pitching by focusing on skill development and will integrate a variety of skill games as well. Whether you are a first year player or a returning All-Star, this camp will give you a jump start on the upcoming baseball season.
THURSDAY, FEB. 16 The Economic Development Authority meets the third Thursday of every month at 3 p.m. at 9401 Courthouse Road, Suite B, Chesterfield, VA 23832. Please contact Lori Perez, 318-8567, with any questions regarding this schedule.
MONDAY, FEB. 20 Chesterfield Toastmasters Speech 2012 Contest, at 6:30 p.m. at Haley Toyota of Richmond located off Rt. 288 and Hull Street Rd., 3600 Lonas Parkway, Midlothian, Va. 23112. Event is located on second floor of the building. For directions to the location you may call 545-7411.
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RICHMOND-EAST RICHMOND-WEST RICHMOND-SOUTH 7019 Mechanicsville Tpke. 12642 Broad St. Rd. 13617 Hull St. Rd. 804-746-5500 804-360-8223 804-639-0033 Hours: Monday-Friday 9-8, Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12:30-5 Visit us online at www.floortraderofrichmond.com NEW!
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Less Invasive Surgical Options for Heart Disease
Join Dr. Derek Brinster who will discuss the benefits of minimally invasive cardiac valve repair and other less invasive treatments for thoracic aortic diseases.
February 23, 2012 | 5:30 p.m.
Cardiovascular Health for a Long Life
Join a panel of renowned experts from the VCU Pauley Heart Center as they offer tips for good heart health including controlling high blood pressure and lowering cholesterol. They will also discuss new treatments for cardiac problems and issues regarding women and heart disease.
February 28, 2012 | 5:30 p.m.
Act Fast to Prevent and Treat Stroke
Join Dr. Warren Felton III who will discuss what you should know about stroke, stroke prevention and what you should do if you have a stroke.
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