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Coalition meets today to discuss the 'Age Wave' As people live longer, healthier lives, experts project that one out of four Americans will be 65 or older within 20 years. This phenomenon, dubbed the age wave, will have a tremendous impact on communities. To prepare for the regional changes, a coalition of more than 80 stakeholders from government, nonprofit, business, academia and other sectors are developing the Greater-Richmond Regional Age Wave Plan. The group, spearheaded Age Wave by Senior Connections, Plan for The Capital Area Agency Greater on Aging, and the United Way of Greater Richmond Richmond and Petersburg, in partnerRegion ship with the Chesterfield Senior Advocate, will host the 9-10 a.m. Greater-Richmond Regional Lucy Corr Age Wave Initiative: BuildVillage, 6800 ing a Ready Community, a Lucy Corr program presented by Sara Blvd. in Link, director of the Older Chesterfield Adult Initiative, United Way of Greater Richmond and Petersburg, on Thursday, July 28, 9-10 a.m., at Lucy Corr Village, 6800 Lucy Corr Blvd., Chesterfield. The free program is open to the public. For more information, call (804)768-7878.
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Kelsey Nix and Nick Remes watch as team lead Jordan Pridgen films a scene during the 2011 Richmond 48-Hour Film Project. Pridgen's team 'S.H.I.E.L.D.', as well as 40 other teams, finished the short films on time. The public is invited to view the films of multiple genres premeiring this weekend at The Byrd Theatre in Carytown. Full schedule at www.48hourfilm.com/richmond
Midlothian team repeats adrenaline rush in Richmond 48-Hour Film Project well.” Pridgen said film noir is one of his favorite film genres. ordan Pridgen,22, along with his team “S.H.I.E.L.D.” “We got that last year [for 48HP]. That was really fun,” he whose acronymic name is inspired by the movie Iron Man, said. “I also love darker, edgy comedy-type of stuff.” tackled the Richmond 48-Hour Project with creativity and He said whoever was willing to show up to participate could unique angles. be on the team. The team has grown every year. Pridgen, who is a senior at the University of Virginia, is “Every year people have a really good time doing it and they studying Computer Science and has a minor in film. He has [team members] tell more people about it,” Pridgen said. “The participated in the Richmond 48-Hour Film Project for the past word keeps spreading.” three years. He also participated in UVa’s 72-Hour Adrenaline He said he likes having other people who are just as passionFilm Project. ate about film contributing to a project because as a student He said he first really got into film in high school when he filmmaker it is more difficult to get people to devote time. took a digital video class with Todd Raviotta, an adjunct profes- Pridgen also said the gratification each team gets at the end of sor at VCU and teacher at Maggie Walker Governor’s School. the weekend is a gratifying opportunity. His first film project was a ten-minute zombie comedy. “When you have something that’s organized like this and you “Looking back now, it’s got a lot of flaws and stuff, but I’m still kinda proud of it,” he said. “I thought it turned out pretty FILM page 4 BY KAYLA WAMSLEY special correspondent
Murchison,Stepanich named for leadership roles at Greater Richmond ARC Meleasia Murchison has been promoted to the position of rehabilitation services coordinator within The Greater Richmond ARC‘s Industrial Services division. She was formerly respite program coordinator at The Greater Richmond ARC's Camp Baker in Chesterfield. In her new position, Murchison oversees many of the programs at The Greater Richmond ARC's Westwood location, including its Vocational Community Program that is designed for individuals with developmental disabilities whose interest and stamina does not afford a schedule of working full days. This program is designed to encourage participants’ productivity with activities focusing on Meleasia Murchison volunteerism, community integration, life skills, and the identification and achievement of personal goals. For instance, participants are involved in volunteering weekly at The Science Museum of Virginia, Meals on Wheels of Greater Richmond, and Richmond's Clean City Commission’s Adopt-a-Spot anti-littering program. "Meleasia's work ethic and genuine concern for ARC participants and their ongoing individual progress in a wide range of activities and life skills make her an outstanding addition to the ARC’s Industrial Services program, " says Quintin Mitchell, Director of Developmental Services at ARC. Murchison joined The Greater Richmond ARC in 2006. Matthew Stepanich has been named respite coordinator at The Greater Richmond ARC's Camp Baker in Chesterfield. In his new role, Stepanich will oversee weekend respite "mini-camps" available on designated weekends year-round and emergency respite services that provide temporary housing and care for individuals with developmental disabilities ages 6 and older. Stepanich was formerly a therapeutic mentor department manager for Intercept Youth Services in Richmond, where he managed daily operations of the therapeutic mentor department for at-risk youth ages 7 to 20. He has a Master's in Education in Teaching and Learning from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois, and taught at Leo High School in Chicago. "Matt is an extremely competent individual with a strong background in education and working with children," said Shirley O'Brien, Camp Baker's senior program director. Camp Baker weekend mini-camps schedule for this summer include one for school-age children with developmental disabilities (ages 6 to 21) on ARC page 2
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Families First celebrates reading Families First, a program of Chesterfield County’s Department of Mental Health Support Services for first time mothers, gathered with numerous families at Chuck E. Cheese’s recently to announce the winners of the Race for Literacy, a program to encourage parents to read to their children. From April 1 through June 30, parents read books to their children and maintained a log. For every ten reading sessions logged, the child received a free book and the parent’s name was entered in a drawing. The more the parents read, the greater than chances of being selected for the prize. Gloria Paz earned First Place, having read to her son, Carlitos, 60 times. Jami Callis and Elizabeth Wallace tied for Second Place having read to their sons, 2-year-old son Dominick and 4-month-old Devin, 50 times, respectively. Allison Atkins won the door prize. “The reading program helped strengthen our bond,” said Atkins, who believes the habit will foster a life-long love for reading in her son. Families First partnered with Read Aloud Virginia and local Junior Woman's clubs to provide the free books.
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Gloria Paz and her son Carlitos enjoyed their special reading time together.
Fraternal group continues tradition of philanthropy BY KAYLA WAMSLEY special correspondent
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reemasonry, a fraternal organization that has been around since the 16th century, has drawn curiosity from non-members based on literary references regarding secretive traditions. Yet, even though Freemasonry has been misunderstood for many years, including during modern times, the organization continues its mission of charitable work within the local community. The Midlothian Masonic Lodge No. 211, A.F. & A.M., located in the historic Village of Midlothian, exemplifies the core of freemasonry with approximately 280 PHOTO COURTESY OF MASTER DARRELL SMITH OF THE MIDLOTHIAN MASONIC LODGE current members. “The history of masonry, the fellowship and the Mason,” Master Darrell Smith said. nial traditions that are only for its members; fulfillment of helping people in Smith said that in the digital age it is otherwise, its fraternal organization proudly need are the some of the benefits nearly impossible to keep secrets, but the that I have received by becoming a Midlothian Lodge does maintain ceremoMASONS page 4
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Chesterfield County Chesterfield dancer Kirtley wins champion Fair to open with title at Irish Dance National competition more attractions
The 98th Chesterfield County Fair will offer more daily attractions this year during its run from Aug. 26 thru Sept. 3, along with the usual nightly free grandstand entertainment shows (entertainment schedule posted at county fair’s website www.chesterfieldcountyfair.org). The wild animal zoo and the Star Family Circus & Thrill Show also return as well as the nearly two dozen exciting Jolly Shows Mid-way rides. Animal activities will be plenty with the 30 wild animal farm and petting zoo, camel and pony rides, poultry displays as well as the popular K9 show. New this year will be a captivating live alligator show called “Water Walkers Ball”, the challenging mechanical bull, the hilarious “racing pigs” and the Great Lakes Timber Show. Bingo and Karaoke will also be offered nightly throughout the nine-day fair. Also, exhibits include arts & crafts, model train display, the chainsaw art attraction and the usual antique tractor and farm equipment, with the Chesterfield Tractor Club members providing barrel rides and wagon rides for the kids. The popular children’s tent will be open again offering a world of fun activities including “Airbrush Gypsy” and the Dimples and Honee-Bee clown shows. The Monkey Motion Ride will be on site as well. An educational Civil War exhibit will also be on display. Daily fair admission remains the same as last year: $ 7 adults; $4 seniors and $ 3 for children ages 6 thru 12. Tickets are sold only at the fairgrounds ticket booths. Daily admission includes that dates grandstand entertainment. Fair hours are 4 p.m. to 11p.m. weekdays and 11a.m. to 11p.m. Saturdays and 1 to 11p.m. on Sunday. For fair information, call the 24 hour info line at (804)768-0148 or visit the fair website at www.chesterfieldcountyfair.org.
Sydney Kirtley, a dancer with Celtic Reflection, the Irish dance company of Swift Creek Academy of the Performing Arts, is the North American Irish Dance Federation (NAIDF) National Champion for Advanced Beginners age 11. Sydney competed at the NAIDF Nationals in Valley Forge, Penn. on July 16. Several other Swift Creek Academy dancers also placed at the national competition: Ciara Smith – 3rd place Novice age 10; Olivia Walker – 3rd place Novice age 11 & 12; Elizabeth Reale – 3rd place Novice age 15; Brittany Forehand – 2nd place Novice age 17 & 18; and Aleise Matheson – 2nd place Novice age 22 and up. Dancers competed in levels based on age and experience, from Beginner, Advanced Beginner, Novice, Prizewinner, and Preliminary Champion to Open Champion. All 13 of Swift Creek Academy’s Celtic Reflection dancers qualified to compete at this year’s NAIDF Nationals.
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Irish dancer Sydney Kirtley wins 1st place National Champion at NAIDF Nationals on July 16.
Swift Creek Academy of the Performing Arts (SCAPA) is a multi-discipline performing arts school located in Brandermill. Swift Creek Academy offers classes in dance, drama and music. For more information about SCAPA, visit our web-
site at www.swiftcreekacademy.org or Like Swift Creek Academy of the Performing Arts on Facebook. For more information about NAIDF, visit their website at www. naidf.com.
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Few slots available in local summer film camp this August Central Virginia Film Institute, a nonprofit, 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to bringing film educational opportunities to the region, will conduct its 2011 Southern Mystique Film Camp Aug. 7-13 in Petersburg. Tuition is $595 and includes the application fee, tuition, all production and instructional materials, snacks and lunches. The
camp is open to anyone between the ages of 14 and 24 who wants to become involved in film. Classes include instruction that leads to a project in which students will conceive, script, rehearse, shoot and edit a film. Call (804) 898-2496 or visit www.cvfi. us for more information and a registration form.
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Be a 'rock' star this Saturday The Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering two geology programs on Saturday, July 30, at Midlothian Mines Park, 13301 North Woolridge Road. At 10 a.m., take a guided stroll through the park, and learn about the pioneer coal industry in Midlothian, the site of one of the first commercial coal mine operations in North America. The cost for the tour is $8 per person. Webelos can earn their Geologist Activity Pin from 2 to 4 p.m. at Midlothian Mines Park. Scouts aged 9-10 will learn the different rock types, how coal is formed, and the impact of coal to the region during the 18th- and 19th-centuries. The cost for the program is $10 per Scout. Preregistration is required for both programs, and may be done by calling (804) 748-1623.
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Mullenholz to lead Mid-Atlantic Affiliate Board in 2011-12 The American Heart Association’s Mid-Atlantic Affiliate has announced its board officers for the 201112 fiscal year, which began July 1. John J. Mullenholz will serve as chairman. Mullenholz earned his JD at Georgetown University Law Center and was admitted to the bar of the State of Maryland in 1967. He practiced law with the Department of Justice and several firms, but in 2000 he ceased practicing law to devote his full attention to the affairs of StaffWise Legal, Inc. the first staffing agency for lawyers in the United States, which he opened in 1980. In March 2008, he founded Stonehouse Medical Staffing, a staffing company that specializes in placing
temporary medical personnel in hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing homes and doctors offices. Mullenholz is past Chairman and a current member of the Greater Washington Region Board of the American Heart Association. He is also past Chairman of the Board of the Georgetown Symphony Orchestra. The association has also announced its 2011-12 officers. David C. Goff, Jr. MD, PhD, will serve as president. Dean F. Morehouse is immediate past chair, and Eric M. Aldrich, MD, PhD, is immediate past president. Gail Letts will serve as treasurer, and W. Stuart Smith will serve as secretary. “We are a volunteer-led organization, and are for-
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Adult Continuing Education: register Aug. 15 to learn a new workforce skill Workforce classes can help residents prepare for jobs as nurse assistants, medical assistants, medical billing and coding employees, dental assistants and heating, air conditioning and refrigeration workers. Details are included in the fall program guide, which is available online at chesterfield.k12.va.us and will be available Aug. 1 in county libraries. Workforce classes fill quickly, with registration on a first-come-first-served basis. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 15 at door 3 of the Chesterfield Technical Center, 10101 Courthouse Road. Mail-in registration is not accepted for workforce classes. Share your knowledge Adult Continuing Education needs teachers this fall in these areas: medical assistant, Dreamweaver and basic guitar. To apply for these jobs, go to chesterfield.k12.va.us, click the community tab near the bottom of the screen, then click Adult Continuing Education. Try something new The fall program guide also includes enrichment classes that offer opportunities to learn about flying, sign language, interior design, golf, cooking and many other topics. Registration for enrichment classes starts at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 15 and will be accepted via mail or in person at the Chesterfield Technical Center, 10101 Courthouse Road.
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Aug. 12 -14, and for adults with developmental disabilities (ages 18 and older) July 29-31, Aug. 5-7, and Aug. 26-28. Cost is $593.86 or the equivalent in Medicaid waiver hours. Weekend mini-camps are also available on select weekends throughout the year, and for upcoming dates, program costs and an application, call Camp Baker Services at (804) 748-4789 or visit The Greater Richmond ARC's website at www.richmondARCorg.
In partnership with families, the Greater Richmond ARC creates life-fulfilling opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. It is an organization created by families, for families; an organization that has grown to provide a continuum of programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities across the lifespan. The Greater Richmond ARC provides a variety of innovative services and programs designed to meet the needs of its clients and
their families. The services span the lifecycle and assist people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to live happy, successful and meaningful lives. Our core areas of service include: Infant & Child Development Services; After School & Day Support Services; ARC Industrial Services; and Camp Baker Services, a full service respite and camp facility. For more information, please visit www.RichmondARC. org.
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All data are based on the publicly available Chesterfield County Police Department daily arrest and crime releases and are reported according to Federal Incident Based Reporting rules.
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Center Boulevard Victim reported victim’s unlocked vehicle was entered and property was stolen while parked at the location.
July 23
11500 block of Sunfield Drive Suspect(s) pushced in the rear window to gain entry to the victim's residence. Property was stolen.
23236 July 21
11400 block of Parrish Creek Lane Suspect(s) removed screens from the rear window and gained entry through an open window. Victim reported property was stolen from the residence.
July 18
11100 block of Hull Street Road License plates reported stolen from victim’s truck while parked at the location.
12100 block of Bromwich Drive Victim reported two unlocked vehicles were entered and property was stolen.
July 18
400 block of Eastman Road Victim reported fuel was stolen from victim’s Ford Taurus while parked in victim’s driveway.
July 17
10100 block of Dakins Drive Suspect(s) gained entry to victim’s residence by unknown means. Property was reported stolen.
23114 July 20
12600 block of Lancey Court Property was reported stolen from the victim's open and unlocked garage.
23832 July 24
23120 July 17
5500 block of Marsh Light Victim reported preoprty was stolen from victim’s locked 2003 Mazda Tribute. No signs of forced entry were noted.
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2500 block of Professional Drive Police responding to an alarm call, discovered a window forced open at the location. A lock was also cut from the storage shed and at this time, nothing has been reported stolen.
July 20
11300 block of Briamont Road Victim stated suspect(s) entered victim’s apartment by unknown means and stole property. No signs of forced entry were noted.
4800 block of Junilla Lane Suspect(s) kicked open the rear door to gain entry to the victim's residence. Property was reported stolen.
July 20
8000 block of Kempwood Drive Complainant reported property was stolen from the bed of victim’s truck.
4900 block of Genlou Circle Suspect(s) broke the screen door window and kicked in entry door to the victim’s residence. Once inside, the interior was vandalized. At this time, nothing has been reported stolen. 6400 block of Statute Street Victim reported a detached shed was entered and property stolen.
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8200 block of Marwood Drive Suspect(s) broke the rear window to gain entry to victim’s residence. Once inside, suspect(s) rummaged through the victim’s residence and stole property.
Benedictine a step closer to western move to Goochland
usage figures are expected to be much lower, according to Benedictine representative Darvin Satterwhite. Current A conditional-use application filed water usage at Goochland High School by the Benedictine Society of Virginia is about 6- to 8-gallons a day per person raised more questions than answers as opposed to the 16-gallon per person regarding the private school’s move to Department of Health guideline. Goochland County. Satterwhite said the school could stay With a 100-year tradition in downunder the 10,000 gallon-a-day allottown Richmond, the school is request- ment that is enforceable by a condition ing Goochland County’s approval to in the application that caps the school’s move its 274 students to the Abbey student capacity at 90 percent of water on River Road beginning in the fall usage. of 2012. Over 35 cadets reside in the Water usage was not the only comMidlothian area. plaint that aired at a public hearing that The 50-acre tract that now houses lasted nearly four hours. Long-time the Benedictine monks is already used residents of River Road said the increase by most of the school’s athletic proin traffic with a potential of 500-plus grams, but neighbors along the River students was substantial. Road corridor said the school’s move Mike Bannon said he represented would impact their neighborhoods in a about 50 to 75 Benedictine alumni dramatic fashion. The site is bordered who did not support the move. He said by Route 288, the James River, River the academic institution is financially Road and the Pembroke subdivision. strapped and could not afford upgrades Goochland County planner Tom to the private sewer system the property Coleman told a packed meeting room utilizes. that the application did raise some Bannon said the sewer system has a concerns. Goochland County planning useful life expectancy of 35 years and staff recommended approval of the has been operating for more than 50. application with numerous restrictions He urged the commission to defer any and proffers. One planning staff recom- action. Estimates vary on how much it mendation included a student cap at would cost to replace the facility’s aging the school to meet its water needs. sewer, running as high as $6 million. Coleman said the school would be “We’re trying to be realistic. We’re very allotted 10,000 gallons a day, but actual concerned about financing,” he said. BY JIM RIDOLPHI Special Correspondent
Another alumnus and chairman of the Benedictine Board of Directors, Paul Kitchen expressed an opposing view. “The alumni support this move, financially and personally,” he said. Following the extended public hearing, there was little discussion on the application by the county’s planning commission. Goochland District 5 representative Courtney Hyers said there were just too many unanswered questions regarding the water, sewer, traffic and impact to take action and moved for a deferral. Although seconded, the motion failed. “The application filed by Benedictine High School presents the county with the most consequential decision it has made about the River Road corridor and its neighborhoods in more than 30 years,” Hyers said. Goochland Planning Commissioner James Atkinson moved for approval seconded by fellow commissioner James Crews, who amended the motion removing the 15-year time limit on the conditional-use permit as recommended by staff. The commission recommended approval of the application by a 6-3 vote. Commissioners Ty Querry and Lowe Lunsford joined Hyers in opposing the recommendation. The application now moves forward to the Goochland Board of Supervisors consideration at its September meeting.
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6500 block of N. Stevens Hollow Drive Suspect entered the residence through the unlocked front door, walked into the victim’s bedroom and took property.
10100 block of Midlothian Turnpike Locked gray 1993 Toyota Corolla was entered and property was stolen. No signs of forced entry were noted.
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7000 block of Lake Caroline Drive Suspect(s) attempted to gain entry to the victim’s garage by breaking the side window. Entry was not gained and at this time nothing has been reported stolen.
Col. Aimee L. Kominiak, right, receives the unit colors from Brig. Gen. Gwen Bingham, Quartermaster School commandant, to signify her acceptance as commanding officer, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade on July 21. PHOTO BY KEITH DESBOIS
The 23d Quartermaster Brigade trains over 23,000 students annually, consisting of enlisted personnel from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force, as well as foreign countries. The brigade enforces high standards of training and discipline to produce Quartermaster Soldiers of character who are physically fit, technically competent, highly disciplined and have a warrior spirit. The brigade also prepares Soldiers, Marines and leaders to sustain U.S. Forces in peace and war.
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Graduation for 23 seniors at seventh citizens academy The Chesterfield County Police Department's Senior Citizens Academy held its seventh graduation ceremony on Tuesday, July 19. The class' 23 graduates joined the more than 600 county residents who have already completed the Senior Citizens or Citizens academies, which were first offered in 1999. The academy includes visual presentations, question-and-answer sessions, tours and a variety of practical exercises. The department believes graduates of the Senior Citizens Academy play an important partner role in helping it ensure that Chesterfield
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County is the safest and most secure community of its size in the U.S. Tuesday's graduates included: Harry L. Armstrong, Samuel R. Ashman, Jr., Lawrence C. Bertch, Sr., Steve Burgess, Archie L. Burns, Christine Marie Caton, Stewart E. Farrar, Cheryl A. Fox, Shirley J. Hawthorne, Antoinette B. Hiltz, Joann K. Laing, Elizabeth W. Lampe, Dianne L. Locke, Edith Lumpkin, Deborah C. Martin, Patricia J. Noble, Gilbert C. Parker, Nancy M. Partridge, C. Thomas Payne, George Reynolds, Rosalind J. Roane, Judy R. Valente and Mary Kay Wakefield. Chesterfield County
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Looking forward to an August tradition weekend that have parents itching to tackle “The List.” he countdown for back to school At midnight on the first Friday of August begins in earnest next week. until midnight on Sunday, parents will shop It’s not that the summer break for three days at Virginia retail stores with is over for students in kinderone, two, three, five or more school supgarten through twelfth grade. That day is plies lists for their students. Yes, it’s one of still over four weeks away. It’s not that the three Virginia’s Sales Tax Holidays and it’s college students, who are ready to roll back not limited to only parents. In this tough to campus for another round of academic economy, every nickel and dime counts. fodder, are returning to campus mid-AuMost shoppers will be seeking bargains gust. And it’s definitely not the teachers, in the tax-exempt categories of clothing who may look forward to the epiphany under $100 and school supplies under moments in their classrooms, but are thor- $20. Many will also be vigilant in findoughly enjoying the break of the school-day ing any retailers willing to absorb the routine. Commonwealth’s sales tax for all purchases. It’s the parents who have started the For some, the shopping experience may countdown to school – and it’s not because be a savings of a few dollars (I’ll be saving the children are driving moms and dads $16.50 in taxes for one student). For others, insane with endless summer activities. It’s the supplies lists quickly add up to considthe looming holiday that is coming up next erable savings (my neighbor with a family
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of five students will save over $130 dollars!). Of course, the tax holiday is not just limited to elementary and secondary school supplies. Although the school supply list is all-inclusive and priced too low for the allowed reference books and musical instruments, it is a helpful advantage for finding a new fall wardrobe. Clothing items, with some exceptions, are a lot easier to identify. For first-time parents, it’s a savings on baby clothing, bibs, blankets and diapers. Clergy can save on vestments as well as the church choir clothing. And although a mouth guard is not exempt during the tax holiday, athletes can purchase athletic supporters without dishing up sales tax. Yes, it’s an odd and unusual list of clothing that does leave a consumer wondering why a bathing suit is exempt, but goggles are not exempt. Even more odd is that hats and caps are acceptable, but lawmakers
drew the line in sales tax holiday with wigs and hair pieces (the sales tax holiday list is online at www.midlothianexchange.com). However, the Sales Tax Holiday is becoming a fine August tradition to look forward to just like the Perseid meteor shower, which will peak Aug. 12 and 13. This sales tax holiday is unlike the four days in October when Energy Star and WaterSense exemptions come into play (not everyone needs an appliance). And it isn’t like the seven-day event in May for Hurricane Preparedness that offer tax exemptions for consumers on specific emergency items priced $60 or less or generators and cords that sell for $1,000 or under (although it is best to stock up before the hurricane hits). Yes, there is something more appealing about shopping for everyday items and pocketing the change.
College President Marshall Smith to speak at WCBA August meeting Western Chesterfield Business Alliance is opening its Aug. 4 meeting to everyone in the community to come hear the featured speaker. The Thursday morning meeting presents Dr. Marshall Smith, who has led John Tyler Community College for over 20 years, more than half of the school's 40-year history. John Tyler's original campus was built in Chester in 1967, but under Smith's leadership the organization has surrounded Midlothian with new educational opportunties. The two-year community college now has four locations. The Midlothian location opened in 2000 and continues to expand. The school also has its Community College Workforce Alliance on Huguenot Road and the JTCC Nursing Education Center is in Bon Air. Next week's WCBA meeting starts at 7:30 a.m. with coffee and bagels at the Village Bank Headquarters Community Room, located at Route 60 and 288 interchange. Also, Central Virginia's RideFinders executive Antionette Haynes will also be speaking about the program that is a free employer-based service that includes telework consulting, trip planning, employee commute surveys, transportation fairs, density plot analysis, on-site transit media sales, company relocation assistance, vanpool formation, swipecard consultation and more. Please email info@wcba.biz for more details or questions about the business association's socials, WCBA membership or sponsorships.
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explains its motto. Smith said Freemasons are not a church, but in order to become a mason, aspiring members must believe in a Supreme Being. Freemasons also do not seek members, valuing free will of its members who show interest in the organization. “We are not a political organization, merely a philanthropic one,” he said. “We value high morals and our motto is ‘We make good men better.’” Smith said he has been a Freemason since 2007. He decided to join the fraternity two years after his father, who was also a Freemason, passed away. “My father, who was a great influence on my life, was a Mason for over 30 years, as well as a Shriner,” Smith said about the two fraternal organizations that have been an influence in his family’s history. “I believe that part of my decision was partly to honor my father and to try to become the role model that he was for me.” Smith said that the youth groups with Masonic connections are: DeMolay for young men closely modeled after Freemasonry, the International Order of Jobs Daughters for young women as well as Eastern Star for women with a Masonic connection. The lodge also awards two scholarships to students every year. One scholarship goes to a senior at Midlothian High School and the other to a senior with a Masonic connection. They have also raised money for several charities including Masonic Home of Virginia, Shriners Hospitals for Children, and Scottish Rite Childhood Learning Center. The long-time historic role of the Midlothian Masonic Lodge extends back to 1866 when the main part of the lodge was built, Smith explained. The lodge will celebrate 150 years of service in 2016, Smith said. According to Smith, Masonic Lodge holds regular meetings at a fixed location with published dates. They also hold monthly meetings proceeded by dinner and a short program for the families and guests of the Freemasons. The Midlothian Masonic Lodge No. 211’s website is www.midlothian211.org. The Midlothian Masonic Lodge next community event will be distributing ChildID kits at community booth at the Chesterfield Farmers Market at Chesterfield Towne Center in August. M
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THURSDAY, JULY 28 Crestwood Presbyterian Church, located at 1200 Charter Colony Parkway in Midlothian, is hosting special training event from 7 - 9 p.m. led by Reverend Chris Walker on the topic of "Growing Beyond the Invitation to Sharing Your Faith." Walker, a missionary to Panama has developed a ministry which he calls EvangelismCoach. All are welcome to attend this free event. Register online at www.crestwoodchurch. org. Questions? Call (804) 897-3458.
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Johnson denied Modified sweep at Southside Mike Rudy was all that separated Chris Johnson from sweeping the triple 30-lap features in the Modified division Friday at Southside Speedway. Thanks to a redraw after the second race, Johnson started in seventh for the third race. He worked his way up to second by lap 10 and was eyeing the top position, but couldn’t get around Kyle Wood in turn 4 on lap 12. Johnson nudged Wood in the turn. Wood spun, causing a chain reaction crash that put Ryan Wilbourne in the wall for a long caution. Rudy took advantage, moving from the third spot into first. Rudy won the race followed by Chris Hopkins, Joe Scarborough, Brad Davis and Wood. In the first race for the division, Johnson took first followed by Scarborough, Rudy, Hopkins and Wood. Johnson grabbed the top spot again in the second race. He was followed by Hopkins, Scarborough, Rudy and Wood. In the Street Stock division, Mike Ganoe took the top spot and broke a tie at the top of the points standings between Ganoe and Brian Smith. Smith finished third in the race. Gary Turner took second, Justin Dunkam took fourth and James Loving took the fifth spot. Rette Causey led the Legends division to Victory Lane. He was followed by Brendan Queen, Brad Hancock, Cameron Patrick and Michael Edwards. Causey, however, was disqualified in post-race inspection for an inoperable alternator, lifting Queen into the first position and Scotty Edwards into fifth. Dillon Brockwell pulled off a sling-shot move in the final lap to take the checkered flag. In second was Bailey Moore followed by Stanley Holmes, Jason Higginbotham and David Emory. Michael Hall won the U-Car division followed by Mike Chapman, Daniel Thomas, Jamie Hite and Frank Silva. Racing at the 1/3-mile oval will resume Aug. 5 with six events, including a pair of 50-lap features for the Late Model Division. Southside Speedway press release
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Tyler Carrico overcame a broken back to become a standout baseball player.
serious injury on the football field nearly ended Tyler Carrico’s baseball career before it began. Carrico was in the eighth grade when he suffered a broken back while playing for Robious in the Chesterfield Quarterback League. He underwent three operations to repair the damage and missed four months of his freshman year at Midlothian High while recuperating. Unable to join his friends on the baseball diamond that spring – or do much of anything, for that matter – Carrico sat and wondered if he’d ever again
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play the game he’d loved for most of his life. “I can’t even put into words how miserable that was,” he said. “It was the most terrifying experience I’ve ever had.” Looking back on that time, nearly four years later, the depth of his despair only serves to make Carrico that much more appreciative of how far he’s come. Not only is Carrico now a key member of the pitching staff at James River, having earned the victory in the Central Region final against Mills Godwin that sent the Rapids back to the state tournament, the rising senior is committed to play college baseCArriCo p8
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midlothian's Steve Serrao follows the progress of his long putt as the ball rolls toward the cup during the SunTrust State open at Independence Golf Club.
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atching Steve Serrao play golf, you can almost imagine him rolling out of bed at 7:15 a.m., slipping on his soft spikes, hitting his first tee shot at 7:40 and shooting par while still in his pajamas. Now 43, the University of Virginia alumnus is long past the point of trying to impress anyone by hitting the ball a mile off the tee. He has a controlled, compact swing that lends itself to finding fairways, which invariably leads to hitting greens in regulation, which is – and always has been -- the preferred route for shooting low scores. Serrao, who lives in Midlothian with his wife and two children, hit just about every fairway and green during the opening round of the
SunTrust State Open of Virginia July 14 at Independence Golf Club. He also holed enough putts to make four birdies and an eagle in a round of 4-under 68, which left him only three shots off the torrid pace set by fellow amateur Roger Newsom. Serrao knows all too well, though, that golf is never as simple as even the greatest players can make it appear – and it’s that much more difficult for amateurs with families and day jobs who have to squeeze time for playing golf into jam-packed schedules. Serrao got to 5-under for the tournament with a birdie early in his second round, but dropped four shots over the next 14 holes and never recovered. He was the least surprised person on the course serrAo p7
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omohundro saves best for last at nationals Local athlete's late rally secures third-place finish
on the last lap and posted a sixth-place finish, securing third place in the overall he mercury was pentathlon standings. hovering around “I was going all-out on 100 degrees on July the last lap. I dug deep and 12 as young athletes finished strong. It was pretty from across the nation conamazing,” said Omohundro, verged on the Disney Wide who will enter sixth grade at World of Sports complex in Robious Middle in the fall. Orlando for the 2011 AAU Remarkably, the only two National Track and Field boys to beat Omohundro Championships/ESPN Rise – three-time multi-event Games. champion Derrik Allen and But Elby Omohundro runner-up Aron Cruickshank wasn’t concerned about -- both broke the national Florida’s typically stifling sub-bantam pentathlon midsummer heat and hurecord set three years ago. midity. “It was some really tough The Midlothian 11-yearcompetition and I was really old was determined to garner surprised I was able to get a top-three finish in the third place,” Omohundro pentathlon, a competition in PHOTO COURTESY OF BUDDY OMOHUNDRO said. “It was a big, big accomwhich athletes are awarded Elby omohundro (in green), a rising sixth-grader at Robious plishment for me.” points for their results in five middle, secured a third-place finish in the pentathlon at the Omohundro got off to a events: 80-meter hurdles, AAU nationals with a strong effort in the 1,500 meters. flying start by posting a perlong jump, high jump, shot sonal-best time of 14.5 secput and 1,500-meter run. Jamaica, N.Y., and Georgia’s personal goal. onds in the 80-meter hurdles, Heading into the final Myles Marshall. So when the It didn’t look good for event, Omohundro’s father youngster toed the starting much of the race, but some- good enough for fourth place and coach, Buddy, told him line and waited for the gun how Omohundro summoned behind Allen, Cruickshank exactly where he stood in to begin the 1,500 meters, the will and strength to keep and Brown. comparison to his closest he knew who he had to beat pushing. He stormed past competitors, Tai Brown of eLBY p8 if he wanted to reach his both Brown and Marshall By JIm mCConnEll jmcconnell@midlothianexchange.com
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lancers' anderson to play in Futures tourney Chesterfield's Lyberty Anderson has accepted an invitation to play in the LPGA Futures Tour Eagle Classic Aug. 12-14 at Richmond Country Club. Anderson, a rising sophomore at Manchester High School, tried unsuccessfully to qualify for the event as an 11-year-old. This time, she's guaranteed a spot in the field of players who are all trying to make it to the LPGA Tour. “I’m not going in with any more expectations than making the cut,” Anderson told the VSGA's Andrew Blair. “If I make the cut, we’ll see where it goes from there. I just want to play well and am excited for the opportunity – especially in my hometown.” Anderson already has had a successful summer, winning her third consecutive Richmond Women's Golf Association Amateur title. She also played for the victorious Virginia squad at the Virginia-Maryland Girls' Team Matches in early July.
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The Weaver Fury 12U fastpitch softball team went 14-0 during the regular season and won the CYSA Gold Division Championship in June. Team members were: (Front row, left to right) Annah Walsh, Taylor Cuthbertson, Emily Aurelius, Erin Kasemersky, Michaela Morris, Nora Mulroy, Erin Aurelius, Lara Ann Douglas, Kylie Riekel and Kelly Bernard. (Second row, left to right) Jenna Gravins, Katlin O’Connell and Taylor Knabel. The team was coached by Scott Douglas, Steve Mulroy, Brian Knabel, Thom Riekel and Tom Walsh. Not pictured was Tedd Aurelius.
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when he closed with three consecutive 75s and finished in a tie for 30th place. “That’s what happens to guys like me: the more I play, the more things start to deteriorate,” Serrao said with a laugh. “By the end of a tournament, I’m not sure where I’m hitting the ball. “That comes from not being able to play or practice enough. When you’re out playing with friends and you hit a bad shot, it’s no big deal. When you’re playing in a tournament and you realize you have to post a score, then things start going badly, you start pressing a little.” Serrao acknowledged it’s even more difficult to figure out what’s going on with his swing – and how to fix it during a round – because unlike the vast majority of elite junior golfers, he doesn’t work on his game regularly with a swing coach. It wasn’t always that way. Serrao grew up in Virginia Beach and trained for several years with highly regarded teacher Butch Liebler, a longtime Tidewater-area PGA professional who has worked with many of the top juniors in Virginia over the past three decades. Serrao was good enough on the golf course and in the classroom to land a spot on the golf team at U.Va., where he redshirted as a freshman and wound up a co-captain as a fifth-year senior. But it didn’t take him long to decide his post-graduation plans didn’t include attempting to make a living as a golf pro. “I had All-Americans on my team who didn’t make it as touring pros and it wasn’t a lot of fun for them,” Serrao said. Instead, Serrao got married and settled into a role with the family business. In 2002, he opened the
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Midlothian's Elby Omohundro (in green) joins his fellow competitors on the awards podium after placing third in the pentathlon at the AAU Nationals.
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it is he’s a fierce competitor,” Buddy Omohundro said. He added a surprising “He’s very social and gets fourth-place effort in the along with everyone when shot put, then placed fifth he’s not competing, but in the high jump before when he steps on the track, establishing another personal there’s a fire in him. I’ve seen record. His leap of 14 feet, 7 it before.” ¾ inches gave him second in The younger Omohunthe long jump and put him dro certainly came by his in position to claim third competitiveness honestly. His place in the overall standings. father was a Junior Olympic But that honor wasn’t national champion in the sealed until Omohundro decathlon while a student crossed the finish line in at Clover Hill, then played the fifth and final event, the football at the University of 1,500. Virginia before resuming his “The best way I can put own track and field career in
his 40s. Buddy Omohundro said the pentathlon is a good fit for Elby’s skills because he’s versatile and can perform well enough in multiple events to compile points. He also acknowledged that there’s a challenging psychological aspect to the pentathlon because you can finish high in the overall standings without receiving the satisfaction that comes from winning an event. “There’s only so many hours in a day that you can train. You can’t spend that
much time on any one event, so you feel like you can’t put enough into it,” he added. “You have to be a jack of all trades and be consistent because if you have one bad event, you can go from third place to 10th.” Lately, the younger Omohundro has found motivation for his track career from a fairly unlikely source. He’s a huge fan of the Percy Jackson book series that has sparked his interest in Greek mythology. The ancient Greeks, of course, created track and
field as a means of challenging their warriors and testing them prior to battle. “I can see the glimmer in his eye as he pictures himself as a warrior back in those days,” Buddy Omohundro added. At 11 years of age, Elby can hardly be considered ancient. And Omohundro isn't exactly a traditional Greek surname. But when it comes to track and field, this young man obviously possesses a warrior's mentality.
Bentley will perform during RIR race weekend RICHMOND —The September NASCAR weekend at Richmond International Raceway gets a country kickoff Thursday, September 8, as national country music recording artist Dierks Bentley plays the track’s amphitheater for the first “Rockin’ the Raceway” to benefit the Cullather Brain Tumor Quality of Life Center at Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital.
Bentley’s first five albums have sold more than 5,000,000 copies, producing seven #1 hits. Additionally, he has received 10 Grammy nominations. His song “Sideways” is recognizable among NASCAR fans for its inclusion in FOX’s NASCAR race television promotional ads. The concert, which precedes the September 9, Virginia 529 College Savings 250 NASCAR
Nationwide Series race and the September 10, Wonderful Pistachios 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race, serves as a festive way to drop the green flag on race weekend in Richmond. Tickets can be purchased online at www.rir. com, via phone at 866-455-7223 and at the RIR ticket office, located at 600 East Laburnum Ave, Richmond, VA 23222.
ball for one of the nation’s top programs. After Carrico finished up strong outing for the Virginia Cardinals during a showcase tournament earlier this month in Charlottesville, University of Virginia baseball coach Brian O’Connor offered the righthander a scholarship and he accepted on the spot. It was truly one of the easiest decisions he’s ever had to make. Both of Carrico’s parents, John and Sheri, graduated from U.Va. His family has had U.Va. football season tickets for as long as he can remember. It’s always been his No. 1 college choice. More than three weeks after he made his verbal commitment, Carrico isn’t ashamed to admit the reality of his accomplishment still gives him goosebumps. “I feel like I’m in a dream and haven’t woken up yet,” he said. “Injuries have a way of humbling you. It definitely gave me a whole new perspective on life and how baseball can really affect someone’s life for the positive.” Carrico is the third James River pitcher to commit to a Division I program, joining classmates Nathan Kirby (Virginia) and Kit Scheetz (Virginia Tech). Rising junior Jack Roberts, whose older brother Will pitched for Virginia's team that was seeded No. 1 in the 2011 College World Series, is also a highly sought-after Division I prospect. The older three pitchers will be able to sign national letters of intent this fall, but Carrico insists he's not taking anything for granted just because he's made his college decision. He knows how quickly one's fortunes can change. "I'm definitely not going to be slacking off," Carrico added. "I'm going to keep working hard and do what I have to do to earn a spot in the rotation at U.Va."
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