09/02/2010 by Midlothian Exchange

SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF CHESTERFIELD COUNTY

09.02.10

PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY || ONLINE EVERY DAY EXTRA

EXPLAIN

EXERCISE

•P2 What I did this summer ... your photo essay

•P4 Police remind motorists about traffic safety for holiday, school

•P7 Local rowing team shines at national competition

EXPECT

EXPLORE

•P7 Chesterfield County Fair continues to thrill visitors.

•P10 Bagging lunch? Munch on these healthy meals.

Anderson continues to shine in golf career Anderson will often be the lone girl in contention. On Never mind putterthe 14-person MHS roster, ing along the scenic route; she’s the solo female. Lyberty Anderson is leaving “Being the only girl has rubber in golf ’s fast lane its pros and cons,” she says. to stardom at Manchester “I don’t like being the only High. girl; but it’s kind of cool, Before so much as findtoo, because you get noticed ing her locker or tasting her more.” first slice of cafeteria pizza, Anderson, who caught Anderson was arguably her the golf bug some nine years school’s most talked-about ago while at a birthday party athlete. outing, actually turns heads The talented daughter wherever she totes her bag. of Wayne and Christal In the spring of 2008, Anderson will commence at age 13, following her freshman classes Sept. 7. seventh grade year at Bailey Preceding that, she filed Bridge Middle, she became the best overall score (70-69, the Richmond Women’s 5-under 139) Aug. 24-25 Golf Association’s youngestin the VSGA Foundation ever champ. Invitational at Independence This past spring, she Golf Club. successfully defended her The almost all-boys,’ RWGA private sector title. “by invitation only,” event Now, she’s turning to featured many of the state’s public-school action, and elite high-school golfers, blending in as part of a from some 30 schools, team concept in a largely including reigning Cenindividual sport. tral Region medalist Chris While Lancers’ coach O’Neill of Deep Run. Chris Weaver critiques his Also before the first day ninth-grader’s skill set, he of class, Anderson was a also acknowledges her high medalist (3-under 69 at character. Salisbury) in an Aug. 26 tri“Lyberty is a fabulous match with James River and golfer,” says Weaver. “But Midlothian. she’s an even better person. On the overwhelmingly “She’s very much a part male high-school circuit, of the team aspect and she’s

BY FRED JETER special correspondent

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE VIRGINIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 2005.0138

1903 strike against Virginia Passenger and Power Co., operator of the Richmond and Petersburg streetcar lines, was supported by much of the community. The strike lasted two months and became so violent that the National Guard was called out to protect persons and property, while streetcars continued to run with the aid of strikebreakers. Militiamen guarded the company offices at 7th and Main streets in Richmond (seen on the left in the image), while half a dozen rode the open car leading the line on Seventh Street. Strikers ultimately failed in their efforts to win better pay and hours.

New museum exhibition explores evolution of the state’s Union history More than likely, most Virginia women have never said, “Thank you, Lucy Randolph Mason, for advocating for women’s rights in the 1920s.” Virginia children don’t stop and think, “I could be working in a factory right now if it weren’t for the National Child Labor Committee display at the 1907 Jamestown Exposition.” Many African American workers in Virginia might not realize that the jobs they currently hold could be a result of a strike at Richmond tobacco stemmeries in 1937. And the majority of working Virginians probably have no idea how the 1935 Wagner Act and 1947 Taft-Hartley Act affected the work they do today. In a new exhibition titled “Organized Labor in Virginia,” opening Labor Day, Monday, September 6, 2010, the Virginia Historical Society (VHS) explores the evolution of organized labor in Virginia, from pre-union contracts and apprenticeship agreements in the early 19th century through the 1950s, when the American Federation of Labor (AFL) and the Congress of Industrial Organization (CIO) merged in order to become even more powerful and effective in advancing conditions for working people. “For most people, unless they have someone in their family who has been a union member or has been very involved with union work, they have no idea how organized labor has shaped their working world today,” said William Rasmussen, lead curator at the Virginia Historical Society. “This exhibition will show visitors, especially young visitors, that there hasn’t always been a 40-hour work week, minimum wage, health benefits, and required lunch breaks. Thousands of Virginia workers—white, black, male, female, young, old—have sacrificed and suffered to give us the adequate, healthy, and safe working environment that most of us presently enjoy.” “Organized Labor in Virginia” features more than 75 items, including photographs, union agreements, boycott notices, charters for union groups and associations, membership certificates, plaques and badges, meeting notes, and propaganda posters. A dozen small narratives—spread over time, statewide locations, and different occupations—each encapsulate part of the larger story. The exhibition focuses not only on industrial actions, but also lobbying by unions for improved pay, benefits, working conditions, and social legislation. Presenting sponsors for “Organized Labor in Virginia” include Geoff McDonald & Associates and the Virginia

PHOTO BY ELIZABETH FARINA

Golfer Lyberty Anderson will be attending Manchester High this fall.

quick to help anyone.” Anderson, who plays out of the public First Tee off Route 10, hails from a

middle-class working family. Father Wayne runs an ANDERSON P8

Bailey, Hicks fill deputy county administrator positions

hesterfield County Administrator Jay Stegmaier announced two appointments to fill high-level positions in the county. Dr. Sheryl D. Bailey has been named deputy county administrator for Management Services and Steven W. Hicks will come on board as deputy county administrator for Community Development. Both are slated to begin their new posts in early September. “I am excited that after a national recruitment and approximately 250 applications that Sheryl and Steven have been selected to join our leadership team. The level of interest nationwide in these positions validates our goal of being the employer of choice. Both Sheryl and Steven best demonstrated throughout the search process their interest and ability to serve the residents of Chesterfield County,” Stegmaier said. Bailey brings 20 years of public-service experience to the county, including eight years in high- level positions in Virginia state government. Most recently, she served as executive director of the Virginia Resources Authority (VRA), the state’s independent munici-

pal bond bank, where she served in an outstanding capacity and is credited with quadrupling financial support to local communities, according to Bill O’Brien, retired Rockingham county administrator and chairman of the VRA board. Bailey holds both masters and doctoral degrees in economics from Harvard University. “Chesterfield County is fortunate to have someone of Sheryl’s caliber on its team. She is a gifted leader and knows how to bring out the best in her staff,” said Ron Tillett, former secretary of finance and former state treasurer of Virginia. Sheryl will oversee the county’s internal program functions including Accounting, Internal Audit, Information Systems Technology, License Inspection, Purchasing, Real Estate Assessment and Risk Management and will also serve as the liaison to the county’s constitutional officers. Hicks’ impressive record with the business community in James City County was a deciding factor in his selection as deputy for Community Development. Currently, he serves as a senior member of the county administrator’s executive team, where

COURTESY PHOTO

Dr. Sheryl D. Bailey has been named deputy county administrator for Management Services

he oversees Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Planning and Zoning in James City County. Hicks also oversees locally-administered transportation construction projects. Prior to that, he was acting assistant county APPOINTMENTS P5

Annual barn tour includes home of Secretariat’s grandson

LABOR P5

River Towne Cafe to open on Alverser in September BY AMANDA GALLOWAY special correspondent

River Towne Cafe, an upscale sandwich shop, is set to open on Alverser Drive during the first week in September. It will be located at the previous site of Café Caturra. Kimberly Jenkins and Chris McNeill decided to create the restaurant after meeting each other at another sandwich shop. “I walked into this sandwich shop and met Chris. We talked and talked and talked and we decided to do it - to create this place. I had what he didn’t have, and he had what I didn’t have; so, we teamed up,” Jenkins said. Although Jenkins and McNeill had originally considered a franchise, after some research, they realized the extra costs benefited neither them nor the community. “We decided against the franchise. We had originally wanted to do something like Potbelly’s in Northern Virginia. It is still a similar design, but it is now local because now we can take that extra money and put it back in the community,” Jenkins explained. The menu will feature sandwiches, soups, smoothies, shakes, and several types of drinks. “We want it to be a cozy environment like you have at home. We have off the chart good recipes, and a variety of RIVER TOWNE CAFE P5

PHOTO BY ELIZABETH FARINA

The permanent home of Secretariat’s grandson, Covert Action, will be open for the fourth annual Barn Tour to be held on Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The tour benefits ‘Greener Pastures,’ a Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Second Chances Program at the James River Work Center. Covert Action is pictured above with groom David Hampton Ticket cost is $25 per person and includes admission to six public and private barns that are rarely opened to the public. To preorder tickets, mail to Marshie Davis - 556-4186 - 2391 Broad Street Rd. Maidens, Va. 23102. Day of ticket sales will be at Barn 4, Virginia Equine Clinic and Henebry Farm. More information available at www. midlothianexchange.com. - courtesy of Mary Martin on behafl of Greener Pastures

BON AIR || BRANDERMILL || GENITO || MIDLOTHIAN || ROBIOUS || SALISBURY || WOODLAKE

2 || SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

EXTRA

CELEBRATIONS || LIFE

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

What I did this summer .... Blowing a 'big' bubble

Nate, Kirk and Ellie Fennerty, Pete and Scout Watson, Alex and Caden Clark, Ella and Audrey Williams, and Anna Hartman operate the lemonade stand for charity.

Summertime is for charitable entrepreneurs Ellianna Feher, who was a flower girl for her Aunt Teresa’s wedding, is caught blowing bubble gum before the wedding ceremony. Courtesy photo by Macee Toler at dmfoto.com

The “3rd Annual Neighborhood Kids Summer Lemonade Stand” took place on Aug. 11 on Young Manor Drive to benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand (a pediatric cancer charity). Over $200 was raised, one glass at a time! We are thankful for the many neighbors and families from Robious Elementary who came out to support the kids. Photo submitted by Andrea Amore Clark

Chilled out like a super hero

Cooling down with Spiderman on a 100-degree-plus day. photo submitted by Amir Harvey

Shared my summertime with 'Grammy' I was lucky and blessed to have Madison Joslin, my 8-yearold granddaughter with me this summer for several days each week. We had tons of adventures from Jamestown and the VMFA to the mountains where we visited her great-grandparents and visited a peach orchard. With my watchful eye, she made a homemade peach pie, crust and all! We did so much and had so much fun! Sincerely “the Grammy”, Photo submitted by Cynthia Martin

Headed into deep waters

Remi Cox 13 and brother Spencer Cox 10 performed synchronized diving off a 20-foot dock at Smith Mountain Lake on Aug. 22. Remi will be an 8th grader at Midlothian Middle and Spencer a 5th grader at Gordon Elementary. Photo submitted by Soraya Cox.

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

EXTRA

your photo essay

Photo Gallery ONLINE midlothianexchange.com

Went to the beach with friends

During the school year some of our church members (Crestwood Presbyterian Church) tutor African children who are members of our church. We took a break this summer to do some fun activities with them to give them new experiences and introduce more vocabulary. One of our trips was to Buckroe Beach where the kids such as buddies Emmanuel Irishuye and Maombi Remi had a great time swimming, building sandcastles and even capturing a jellyfish. Photo submitted by Ellen Cross

Made new friends My granddaughter, Madison Bonner, was making friends with a little green tree frog she was holding in her hand when it unexpectedly jumped up on her nose and clung there. Her cousin, Rachel Bonner, who often has a camera in her hand, caught the picture. Photo submitted by Helen Bonner

Zipped through the days Rachael Harvey, a rising sophomore at the Center for the Humanities at Monacan High School, is hooked up and ready to go on a zip-line across a gorge. This photo was taken at Ace Adventure Resort in Oak Hill, WV. We heard about the resort from an ‘Extreme Resorts’ episode on the Travel Channel. Photo submitted by Dorline Davidson-Harvey

Photo Gallery ONLINE midlothianexchange.com

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 || 3

CELEBRATIONS || LIFE

Went to the beach with family

Ben and Chloe Ament relaxed at Virginia Beach in July. Photo submitted by the Ament family

Celebrated summer at the beach Emily and Austin Sybert at North Myrtle Beach celebrating their last day at the beach! Photo submitted by Mary Lou Sybert

And got soaked on the river

One son’s “post rapid” reaction to the guide having made sure he was doused by really cold water as the Rogers Family of Midlothian headed down the Watauga River in Tennessee. Guide is far left. Son Charles Rogers is first one on the right. Photo submitted by Anne Moss Rogers.

EXPLAIN

4 || SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

NEWS || FEATURES

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Thank you for sharing your summer memories! BY ELIZABETH FARINA editor@midlothianexchange.com

Thank you to all who have shared their summer memories in the "What I did this summer ... your photo essay" series. From backyard fun to scenes from your vacations, each of you has highlighted the best summer offers - time with family. The upcoming three-day weekend marks the unofficial end to summer. Chesterfield County Public Schools will be starting the academic year on Tuesday, Sept. 7. It doesn't mean that family time has to come to a crashing halt. Although the schedules will not be as flexible and the responsibilities and activities will increase, remember how much fun you had this summer. Now, create some great new memories.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE

Have a safe Labor Day weekend.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Reader questions 'Is the first choice community for anyone with a paver and a checkbook?' It was not unexpected, but very disappointing, that the planning commission has expressed great admiration for the proposed YMCA on Hull Street Road. When our planning commissioner expresses admiration for a nonprofit, non-tax providing business that will compete with already existing tax providing services in the area, it makes you wonder where his priorities are. It was also telling that the Community Association in the subdivision that will affront the new YMCA opposed it citing traffic, light pollution and the lack of a community need, however, that again fell on deaf ears. I am only assuming that he is looking forward to the future development of a strip mall, which we all know will come, and will provide the obligatory tanning, nail salon, Chinese takeout, and pizza

restaurant; thus enhancing our already vibrant Chesterfield tax base. As any resident can see, when taking a survey of the Hull Street corridor, that due to our extremely low traffic volume, lack of existing basic services, and under abundance of available commercial space, the need for more retail development. Hopefully one day a supervisor or a planning commissioner will ask the questions -- “Does this service make one shop in Chesterfield versus going to shop in Henrico? Does the overall project add value to the quality of life in Chesterfield County? Is it even needed?” While one would hope that the Matoaca Supervisor, who once promoted and promised “Smart Growth’, would question this; the deafening silence from her is telling.

Where would you go on a three-day weekend?

However, one can come to expect that, as she did have a ‘birthday party’ (Fundraiser) at a known developer’s home; which, as a constituent, one could pay to celebrate with her, so her priorities speak louder than her actions. Thus, along with our other supervisors promoting ‘beautification’ projects along a road median (e.g., Midlothian Road) while letting acres of wooded land be paved over or not understanding basic economics with the long term cost of educating a child compared to what the short term proffer ‘revenue’ provides (e.g. Branner Station), Sara Carter Chesterfield County will continue to be SALES a “First Choice” community, not for its scarter@powhatantoday.com citizens, but for anyone that has a paver and a checkbook. I would probably be a Brett Sheffield Road Warrior and go to Midlothian VA Beach… Somewhere not too far away for one last Summer Hurrah!

Elizabeth Farina EDITOR editor@midlothianexchange.com

"To the back porch to grill dinner; Labor Day weekend to me is more about relaxing instead of being a road warrior."

Sara Snyder

Native Virginian, 'Still Water', Brown Passes Over

nough brought Chief Powhatan’s (his brother’s) bones for On Wednesday, August 25, in the burial overlooking the PamunRichmond Times-Dispatch, there was a key River. very small obituary that probably went I would see Still Water again unnoticed by the majority of those at the annual presentation of who read such portions of the paper. the tribute to the Governor of Very short and simply written, it told of Virginia in November 2007. the death of an 82 year old lady at the She seemed pleased to see me Pamunkey Indian Reservation. and introduced me to her son, I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Jeff “Rockman” Brown who, Isabelle “Still Water” Brown in February representing the Pamunkey, had 2007 at the Pamunkey Indian Museum. presented a 4-point buck to the She was quite a host, showing my wife governor. There was definitely and me the various relics and artifacts a gleam in her eye and pride in of her people that went from prehisher heart that day. tory to the present. She spoke with a Still Water’s funeral was held genuine pride of her heritage, and how on Friday, August 27 at the muthere were some who were learning seum on the reservation. I regret the ways of their forefathers in crafting sincerely that I could not attend. the various pots for which the tribe is However, in looking through noted. She mentioned that she looked various sources seeking insight FILE PHOTO BY ERIC MILLIRONS forward to the coming spring when she into this lady’s life, I came across could again work with the pottery like some brief thoughts attributed to Isabelle “Still Water” Brown (Note: Photo her people before her. She told me that a Native American named White taken in Feb. of 2007 at the Pamunkey Indian before she retired, she had worked with Elk: “When you were born, you Museum on the reservation.) autistic children. She also remarked that cried and the world rejoiced. Live she was quite proud of her three sons, your life so that when you die, the the National Museum of the American as any mother would be. Indian in Washington, where a phoworld cries and you rejoice.” Still Water was as charming as she Truly, she lived her life so that it was tograph of her, with her son, stands was intelligent. She could speak about a loss to the world when she passed larger than life, as she continues to tell the “atl-atl” used by her people to hurl the story of the Pamunkey people - her over. Though none will ever again be spears as easily as she could recount the able to speak to her, her face will be a people. tribal oral history of how Opechancaconstant reminder to those who visit

SALES ssnyder@powhatantoday.com

BY ERIC MILLIRONS Special Correspondent.

"Not really sure where the destination would be."

CORRECTIONS & CLARIFICATIONS

Pink Power Triathlon Last week's edition featuring Pink Power Triathlon on page 7 did not include the captions. We regret the omission.

PHOTOS BY PATRICK DOBBS

Above: Abby Basham runs to the transition area.

Above: Theresa Gavigan focuses on her ride. Below: Lesley Grossberg of Philadelphia powers up a hill

Police remind motorists about traffic safety for holiday, school The Chesterfield County Police Department’s Traffic Section is conducting several countywide DUI checkpoints and roaming patrols in conjunction with the Start Safe-Finish Safe campaign. The summer boating and traffic safety initiative began May 28 in which officers targeted drunk driving and boating, speeding, red light and seat belt/child safety seat violations.

Police continue to create awareness among Chesterfield County residents about overall traffic safety and the dangers of drunk and reckless driving. Please celebrate the Labor Day weekend safely whether staying in the area or heading out of town by: Driving and boating sober; Wearing a seat belt/securing children in a child safety seat; Stopping at red lights; Focusing on

the business of driving and utilizing safe driving habits at all times; Being cognizant of pedestrians, bicyclists and other motorists; and Driving the posted speed limit. Also, Chesterfield County schools open Tuesday, Sept. 7 and with that comes schoolzone safety enforcement! There are more than 58,000 students who attend 62 Chesterfield County schools, and police are stressing the

EXCHANGE EX COM

Publisher Editor Sports Editor Sales Manager MultiMedia Sales MultiMedia Sales Classifieds Subscriptions

Joy Monopoli Elizabeth Farina Pam Sanders Sara Carter Sara Snyder Cindy Grant Michelle Wall

importance of traffic safety. Chesterfield County Police are reminding motorists to: Slow down; Heed flashing signs and reduced speed limits within all school zones; Stop for school buses picking up and dropping off students; Be cognizant of students walking or bicycling at or near crosswalks; and Drive cautiously on neighborhood streets. - Courtesy of Chesterfield County Police Department

13702 Village Mill Drive, Suite 203 Midlothian, Va 23114 Office: (804) 379-6451 Fax: (804) 379-6215 Mail: PO Box 420 Midlothian, VA 23113

jmonopoli@mediageneral.com editor@midlothianexchange.com psanders@mechlocal.com scarter@powhatantoday.com ssnyder@powhatantoday.com cgrant@mechlocal.com mwall@mechlocal.com

(804) 562-0626 x14 (804) 381-8071 (804) 746-1235 x18 (804) 201-6071 (804) 908-6086 (804) 746-1235 x16 (804) 746-1235 x10

Above: Anna Stallings of Chesterfield cheers on friends.

Above: Amy Neal of Midlothian gets ready to switch lanes in the swim.

WE WANT TO PUBLISH YOUR ISSUEDRIVEN LETTERS Vol. IV, 32nd edition © 2010 by Richmond Suburban News, a Media General Company. All advertising and editorial matter is fully protected and may not be reproduced without the permission of the publisher.

All correspondence submitted for publication must include first and last name, and for verification purposes only, a street address, and phone number. Letters may be edited for clarity, grammar & space.

EXPLAIN

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

Chesterfield County Fair evening fun

APPOINTMENT from P1 tor, senior assistant to the county administrator and General Services manager. His experience also includes extensive service with the Virginia Department of Transportation. Hicks completed his undergraduate work at VCU and holds a masters in Urban Systems Engineering from George Mason University. Former County Administrator Sandy Wanner praised Steven for the report card that Hicks established to assess how well the county was meeting the needs of the development community. “Steven’s track record as a leader is one of the reasons he is well-respected in the development community. He is not afraid to take on a challenge and is able to rally the right people together to get a job done,” said Wanner. Hicks will oversee the county’s regulatory functions including the departments of Building Inspections, Economic Development/Revitalization, Environmental Engineering, Planning, Transportation and Utilities. Bailey and Hicks join two other recent additions to the county’s executive team. Sarah Snead, former Chesterfield – Colonial Heights Social Services director, was promoted to deputy county administrator for Human Services in June. Jeff Mincks, former deputy county attorney, was named county attorney last month following the retirement of the former county attorney. Together, all four new team members have more than 96 years of public service experience.

RIVER TOWNE from P1

PHOTO BY ELIZABETH FARINA

Riders, such as Garrett from Prince George (center), take flight to the night sky on the Scrambler at Chesterfield County Fair. More photos on page 11.

at the Virginia Historical Society until December 30, AFL-CIO. Additional sup2010. Admission to the VHS port for the exhibition was museum is free. provided by Injured WorkThe VHS is offering severs Pharmacy, International eral programs to accompany Association of Machinist & the labor exhibition. On Aerospace Workers, TeamNovember 4 at noon, Scott sters Joint Council No. 83, Michie Hamlett Lowry Ras- Nelson will give the Banner Lecture “Steel Drivin’ Man: mussen & Tweel, PLLC, and International Brotherhood of John Henry, the Untold Story of an American Legend.” Teamsters. On December 1 at 7:00 p.m. “The Virginia AFL-CIO Gregg Kimball, Jackie Frost, has been involved with the and Sheryl Warner will presVirginia Historical Society ent “We Shall Not Be Moved: on this project since the Virginia Songs of Labor.” beginning, which was back There are two gallery walks in 2007,” said Jim Leaman, scheduled for the exhibition. President of the Virginia The September 8 walk will be AFL-CIO. “This exhibit led by William Rasmussen, gives Virginians the chance and the December 1 walk will to learn about the history be given by VHS President of labor struggles and hear the stories of union workers and CEO Paul Levengood. Banner Lectures and gallery from across the state. I also hope it will encourage people walks cost $6/adults, $5/seniors 55+, $4/students and who have been involved in children under 18, and are organized labor activities to free for VHS members. Resthink about donating their ervations are not required. items to the VHS so we can “Labor unions get a bad keep educating generations rap because people think all in the future about our hard they do is strike,” Rasmussen work.” added. “We look at some “Organized Labor in highly publicized strikes in Virginia” will be on display the exhibition because they

brought the plight of the worker to management and to the public, and in that way they advanced the cause of labor. Unions had to be formed and demands had to be made in order to change conditions that no American would consider tolerable. You can’t understand American history without understanding the labor movement.”

LABOR from P1

Courtesy of Virginia Historical Society

drinks. We’ll have our ABC license, but we don’t want to be a bar,” Jenkins said. River Towne Café’s signature sandwich will be a turkey Reuben with cole slaw and a chipotle sauce. Other sandwiches will include classics like meatball, Italian, and pizza subs. There will be daily soups that remain constant, as well as a soup of the day. Jenkins spoke highly of the café’s soup recipes, including a roasted red pepper soup with Gouda cheese, and a butternut squash and apple soup. “The [butternut squash and apple soup] may sound strange, but it is like trying

Cleans Mold, Mildew & Dirt

Equipped to wash any size house, deck, roofs, brick or cement! Ed Waggoner O: 378-4207 C: 437-3335 Lic.

Ins.

We’re here for you when you need us!

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY EMPLOYEES NIGHT 4 p.m.-11 p.m.

SATURDAY, 9/4

TM HEUSTANG SOUTHLAND AND CAR CBLUB Country/Oldies/Beach PARADE

WBBT 107.3 RADIO

THE SConcerts OUTHLAND areBAND Country/Oldies/Beach FREE 8 p.m. with daily admission. Concerts are FREE with daily admission.

INFO LINE —

(804)768-0148

Women’s Health

www.weoc.com

FRIDAY, 9/3

8 p.m. 7

music,” Jenkins explained. She hopes to eventually feature a number of local acoustic musicians. River Towne Café will open for friends and family on August 16. Their grand opening will take place during the first week in September. “I still have the first sketch Chris and I did over dinner, on a napkin. It is funny to look at all of the blue prints now,” Jenkins said. River Towne Café will be open seven days a week, from 11 AM – 9 PM. They are located at 1282 Alverser Plaza near Chesterfield Town Center.

Power Wash

FINAL THREE DAYS

Pop Country 8 p.m.

chocolate ice cream for the first time,” she explained. River Towne Café will also feature handmade smoothies and milk shakes, as well as pralines, a traditional southern dessert. “They are based out of Savannah, Georgia and Charleston, South Carolina,” Jenkins said, explaining the pralines they will serve. “They are the size of a bear claw, and I don’t think anyone will be able to come in without having one of them.” The menu will also offer children’s items, and a number of sides. “I want it to be a friendly place to have a sandwich and a great bowl of soup. We also have free wifi and live

- courtesy of Chesterfield County

New Advanced Biodegradable Degreaser / Soap Solution! FOR THAT EXTRA CLEAN LOOK!!!

97th CHESTERFIELD COUNTY FAIR

CHRIS ADAMS BAND

Other members of Chesterfield County’s executive leadership team are Thierry Dupuis, police chief; Loy Senter, fire chief; Marilyn Cole, assistant county administrator; Allan Carmody, director of Budget and Management; Don Kappel, director of Public Affairs; Mary Martin Selby, director of Human Resources Services; and Scott Zaremba, director of Human Resources Programs. “The citizens of Chesterfield County deserve the very best talent available and the Board of Supervisors is pleased that the county administrator has assembled a strong, well-balanced team that is capable and ready to move the county forward,” said Dan Gecker, chairman of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors.

Safe Wash

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS (Courthouse & Krause Roads)

THURSDAY, 9/2

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 || 5

NEWS || FEATURES

PRESENTS

FLASHBACK CONCERT Motown, Rock and more 8 p.m. Richmond Times-Dispatch “Press Pass” event

chesterfieldcountyfair.org Being a woman means juggling many challenges in life. At Rockwell Physicians, we don’t think that should include the number of physicians that you see. Dr. Kelly McDonald has joined our team to provide a complete health care perspective for women. This means considering the unique health aspects women experience in the context of your overall family history and season of life. Call us today and let us schedule an appointment with our newest physician.

CALL AHEAD OR WALK IN. 5:30pm to 9:00pm, Monday through Friday 8:00am to 12:00pm, Saturday

After-hours orthopaedic care is now available in an environment that is as comfortable as your doctor’s office and as convenient as the ER, but at a lower cost. Major insurances are accepted (referral may be required). • Suspected fractures

• Tendonitis and bursitis

• Strains and sprains

• Acute onset low back and leg pain

• Sports-related injuries

• Acute onset neck and arm pain

St. Francis Medical Center Campus 13700 St. Francis Blvd., Suite 103 The Neighborhood Doctor is Back!

2410 Pagehurst Drive • Midlothian, Virginia 23113 info@rockwellphysicians.com [804] 897-6140

Midlothian, VA 23114

804-897-2170

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

EXPLAIN

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 || 6

NEWS || FEATURES

STUFF TO DO E-mail your event to editor@midlothianexchange.com. Subject line: EVENT

SUNDAY, SEPT. 12

TUESDAY, SEPT. 7 First Day 2010. First Day began in prayer and stays in prayer because it is all about prayer... so please keep praying for the hearts of women within our communities to desire a connection with other praying moms, grandmothers, guardians, etc. This year’s event will be held from 10 – 11 a.m. at the following locations: Bon Air Baptist Church, located at 2531 Buford Rd., Richmond; Colonial Heights Baptist Church, located at 17201 Jefferson Davis Highway in Colonial Heights, and KingsWay Community Church, located at 14111 Sovereign Grace Dr., Midlothian. For more information, contact First Day Ministry and Area Coordinator for Moms in Touch International in Chesterfield County at (804) 379-3520

The Richmond Orchid Society will hold its annual orchid auction in the Discovery Room of the Virginia Science Museum. Many exotic orchids from all over the world will be sold to the highest bidder. In addition, a fully licensed Orchidwiz program (software) will be sold at auction as well. The doors open to the public for inspection of the plants at 1:00 PM and the auction starts promptly at 1:30. Payment must be in the form of cash or check. This is a once in a year event and a true opportunity to buy something extraordinary for yourself or as a gift. If you have any questions please call: (Days) 804-3601963 (Evenings) 804-360-1625, or go to the ROA website: http://www.richmondorchidalliance.com/

SATURDAY, SEPT. 11 In conjunction with National Recovery Month, The McShin Foundation is hosting its 6th Annual Recovery Fest and Barbeque Cook-off, rain or shine, noon-5 p.m. Sept. 11, at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, located at 11220 Nuckols Rd., Glen Allen, Va. 23059. Live music line-up features Grammy award-winning Judy Collins, Janet Martin Band, Spiritual Connection Band, Hickory Hill Band, Homeward Bound, Deliberate and Houston Scott Band. Children activities and more. On Saturday, September11, the Shady Grove Coffeehouse kicks off its 10th season with a concert by award-winning singer-songwriter David Roth. David Roth strikes many chords, hearts, and minds with his unique songs, offbeat observations, moving stories, sense of the hilarious, and powerful singing and subject matter. The concert starts at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance; $15 at the door. Children 12 and under are admitted free of charge; teens 13-18 are admitted at half price. Net proceeds benefit UUCC. For advance tickets, or more information, call (804) 323-4288, visit the Shady Grove website at www.shadygrovecoffeehouse.com, or send e-mail to info@shadygrovecoffehouse.com.

MONDAY, SEPT. 13 The Bon Air Rotary Club of Richmond, Virginia is holding its 17th Annual Memorial Charity Golf Tournament on Monday at Stonehenge Golf & Country Club in Richmond. The tournament includes lunch, dinner and a cash bar, along with a raffle and silent auction. All proceeds from the event will benefit local charities: The Alexander Kalata Memorial Fund, The Bon Air Elementary PTA and the Jim Mims Foundation. Approximately 135 golfers and volunteers to attend this fundraising event. For more information on participating in the tournament or providing a sponsorship, call (804) 379-0239 or (804) 5130616.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 14

terfield Youth Encounter will take place at the Southside Church of the Nazarene from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The theme for the Metro Richmond YEC is “Epic,” based on the scripture of John 10:10. Activities in Chesterfield will include paintball, skateboarding, inflatable games, and Wii on the big screen. In addition to a tattoo artist and a caricature artist, the Chesterfield YEC will feature motivational speaker Craig Tackett, a passionate Christian who not only understands the needs of teenagers today, but also has

FRIDAY, SEPT. 17 2010 Charity Bachelor Auction & Shop for the Cure, presented by River City Charities & Rigby’s Jig Dance Studio, will be held at 7:30 p.m. at Center Stage/Rhythm Hall. Hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, great vendors and 18 bachelors to bid on for a date to the Pink Tie Gala (Oct. 23). Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door and may be purchased at Rigby’s Jig Dance Studio or www.charitybachelors.com. Questions, call Susan Groves at (804) 745-0006. Concerts for a Cause presents A Hymn Festival featuring renowned church organist, conductor, composer and improviser, David Cherwien on Friday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Salisbury Presbyterian Church, located at 13621 W. Salisbury Rd. Midlothian. A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the OASIS after school tutoring program for at-risk students at Overbrook Presbyterian Church. For more information, call (804) 794-5311

SUNDAY, SEPT. 19

Greater Southport Business Association will hold its Quarterly Networking Luncheon featuring speakers: grpva.com, Chesterfield Economic Development, COSTCO WHOLESALE, and Shop Chesterfield First at the Holiday Inn Koger Center. Networking @ 11:30 – Program begins at noon. Advanced Registration Cost: $15 Member / $20 Non-Member Guest At Door Registration Cost: $20 Member / $25 Non-Member Guest. Pre-Register www.SouthportAssociation.com by Sept.

Bluefield College and Virginia Baptists event Sept. 25 Bluefield College is partnering with the Virginia Baptist Mission Board again, to offer Virginia’s youth an encounter with Christ, through a series of fall Youth Encounter (YEC) worship and adventure events across the Commonwealth. Designed to give preChristian youth an opportunity to hear the gospel and challenge current Christian youth to live out their faith more dangerously, the fall YEC events will take place in four locations across Virginia this fall, including Chesterfield on Sept. 25. The Ches-

8. Questions: Contact Crisha Thomas 804-359-8754 X 3005 or E-mail Cthomas@newgenfcu.org Thursday, Sept. 16 The NAMI-CVA monthly meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m., Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave. Dr. Ananda Pandurangi, Chairman In-patient Psychiatry, VCU Medical Center, will address the subject of “Update of Schizophrenia Treatment Options.” The meeting is free and open to the public. For further information call (804) 285-1749.

an unusual ability to bring the Bible to life in a way that students can understand and put into practice. Leading worship at the event, will be The Jonathan Project, a talented group of worship leaders who love to have a good time and display the friendly character of Christ to students through worship music. For more information about this or other Virginia Baptist Mission Board and Bluefield College YEC events, visit www.yec.org, or call (800) 255-2428.

VMFA’s Jumpin’ Bluegrass 2010 Championships will be held at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds; Admission is $5 per day (three-day event – Friday through Sunday) $1,000 to 1st place winner. Bands include Copper Ridge, Remington Ryde, Easy Street, Big Country, Homew and Bound with featured bands on Friday and Saturday. For more information, visit www. vafolkmusic.org

WASABI THE SUDOKU GAME WITH A KICK!

- Courtesy of Chris Shoemaker

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

CALL 746-1235 X3 OR EMAIL: CLASSIFIEDS@MECHLOCAL.COM TO PROMOTE YOUR SERVICES IN THIS DIRECTORY.

Standard Roofing

BANKRUPTCY Debt Workout without Bankruptcy or “13” Debt Adjustment & “7” Full Bankruptcy. Stop bill collector phone calls, lawsuits, judgments, repossessions, garnishments and even the IRS. Richard Oulton, a U.S. Congress designated Debt Relief Agency. Since 1973 he filed over 3,000 bankruptcies.

Knowledgeable in all types of roofing. • Copper • Tin & Cedar • Shingle • Slate We appreciate all your support. Proudly Serving Chesterfield & Powhatan.

“No Terms” divorce: separated one year & cooperate.

784-7027 837-7240

334-6265: 7825 Midlothian Turnpike 23235

Call for a Free Estimate

COOPERATIVE DIVORCE

Mark Plummer Roofing Advisor

• Behind on Payments • Immediate Debt Relief • Foreclosure Assistance • Problem Properties • Discretion Assured

800-677-7544 CALL TODAY!!!

Licensed & Insured

Backyard Buildings and More • Sheds and Play Systems built ON SITE • Value Sheds starting at $799 installed

SERVICES

• Interior & Exterior • General Carpentry & Repair • Drywall Repairs • Power Washing CONTACT

8502 Brook Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060

(804) 794-9740 Home (804) 514-9097 Cell Phone (804) 794-9745 Fax

804-266-2996

www.VirginiaRealtySolutions.com

ROBERT S. BRUCE, PAINTING Scott Bruce, Owner

Licensed & Insured

UT—

—2010 MODEL CLOSEO

We will beat any written or advertised price!

L W E B E AT A N Y D E A 2010 Model Closeout Starting from

749cc V-TWIN ENGINE WITH DIGITAL FUEL INJECTION

1,299

BF7503X3BW

8321 Midlothian Tpk • RICHMOND, VA 23235 • Tel 804.330.4800 • www.UlitmateCycle.NET KAWASAKI CARES: Warning: ATVs can be hazardous to operate. For your safety: Always wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. Never carry a passenger. Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Never ride on public roads or pavement. Avoid excessive speeds and stunt driving. Be extra careful on difficult terrain. Kawasaki ATVs with engines over 90cc are recommended for use only by persons 16 years of age or older. Kawasaki also recommends that all ATV riders take a training course. For more information, see your dealer, call the ATV Safety Institute at 1-800-8987-2887 or go to www.atvsafety.org. 2010 Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

scott’s lawn care service

Choose Your Own Path.

8321 Midlothian Tpk • RICHMOND, VA 23235 • Tel 804.330.4800 • www.UltimateCycle.NET KAWASAKI CARES: Always wear protective gear appropriate for the use of this vehicle. Never operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Protect the environment. The Kawasaki MULE™ utility vehicle is an off-highway vehicle only, and is not designed, equipped, or manufactured for use on public streets; roads or highways. Obey the laws and regulations that control the use of your vehicle. Specifications subject to change without notice. Availability may be limited. ©2009 Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

Housewashing

FREE ESTIMATES

Roof Fungus Removal Deck & Driveway Washed & Sealed

Complete Lawn and Landscape Service

Call the experts at

Designing and Planting • Residential & Commercial Aerating • Seeding • Fertilizing • Lawn Treatment

Virginia Powerwash

Licensed & Insured

SCOTT BRUCE

at 804-639-0700 Licensed & Insured • Est. 1998 www.Virginiapowerwash.com

15+ Years of Experience Mulch • Topsoil • Gravel Landscape Rock • Compost Specializing in re-mulching, cleaning beds, small trees, trimming shrubs & hedges, re-edging, light brush hauling & cleanup. Spreading gravel for driveways. Screen topsoil for trouble spots. Delivery also available. Lic/Ins • Free Estimates

804-794-1474 Locally Owned & Operated Serving Powhatan & Midlothian Areas

*Example1: On a purchase where the Amount Financed is $2,099, your Down Payment is $0 with 36 monthly payments of $63.76 each. ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE 3.9% (Effective APR 5.90%). **Example2: On a purchase made 3/1/2010 where the Amount Financed is $2,099, your Down Payment is $0; no FINANCE CHARGE FOR 6 months and no payments FOR 7 MONTHS. Thereafter, 48 consecutive monthly payments of $57.30 each. ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE 12.95%. [Effective APR 11.15%] ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE subject to increase after promotional period. Note: The above financing programs are offered by Sheffield Financial, a Division of BB&T Financial, FSB. Subject to credit approval. Approval, and any rates and terms provided, are based on credit worthiness. Other financing offers available See your local dealer for details. A promotion fee of $50 will be added to the Amount Financed. Financing promotions void where prohibited. Offer effective on all new and unregistered 2009 and prior year KYMCO ATVs, Motorcycles and Scooters purchased from a participating KYMCO dealer between 3/1/10 and 4/30/10. Offer subject to change without notice. ©KYMCO USA 2010 KYMCO vehicles meet all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety and EPA standards. Always wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. Avoid excessive speed. Never engage in stunt riding. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Take a riding skills course. For the course nearest you, call the Motorcycle Safety Foundation at 1-800-446-9227

10 OFF up to $250 in FREE options on all custom built & in stock barns.

BUGGY TOP BARNS 8' x 8' ................... $1,000 8' x 12' ................. $1,300 10' x 12' ............... $1,650 10' x 16' ............... $1,950 10' x 20' ............... $2,350 12' x 16' ............... $2,350 12' x 20' ............... $2,850

We also build garages, carports, pole Highway 60, 1/2 Mile West of Cumberland Courthouse, Virginia buildings and horse sheds.

PHONE 492-4444

www.BuggyTop.com

HOME (804) 794-9740 CELL (804) 514-9097 FAX (804) 794-9745

DAVID’S LANDSCAPING & HAULING

8321 Midlothian Tpk • RICHMOND, VA 23235 • Tel 804.330.4800 • www.UlitmateCycle.NET

7>Þ i E i V Ã *> Ì } ÌiÀ À E ÝÌiÀ À *> Ì } Þ >À«i ÌÀÞ * ÜiÀÜ>Ã }

iV -i> > Ì E ,i«> ÀÃ

nä{ x n äÇ{ -iÀÛ } * Ü >Ì> E -ÕÀÀ Õ ` } Õ Ì iÃ

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

EXERCISE

SPORTS || FITNESS

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 || 7

Jason Park to play golf at Pebble Beach BY JIM MCCONNELL special correspondent

To a teenage golfer from Midlothian, the hallowed Pebble Beach Golf Links may as well be a world away, and not just because of the 5,700-mile coast-tocoast roundtrip. Many of the sport’s greatest champions – names like Jones, Nicklaus, Watson and Palmer -- have challenged the breathtaking oceanside layout since the course opened on Feb. 22, 1919. Tiger Woods’ 15-stroke victory at Pebble Beach in the 2000 U.S. Open still shares the event’s all-time scoring record. And yet, while his friends back home spend the Labor Day weekend preparing for the start of a new school year, 16year-old Jason Park will be busy walking in the footsteps of those golf legends. As one of 78 junior golfers selected to play in the Home Care & Hospice First Tee Open at Pebble Beach, an official Champions Tour event that will be televised nationally on the Golf Channel from Friday through Sunday, Park knows he has received an opportunity about which most golfers can only dream. “I think it will be a spectacular course and the best I’ve played so far,” said Park, a rising sophomore at James River High School. Entering its seventh year, this unique event features junior golfers and amateurs competing side-by-side with Champions Tour players at Pebble Beach and the neighboring Del Monte Golf Course. It’s a national showcase for The First Tee, an organization dedicated to promoting character development and life-enhancing values through golf. Two hundred forty-five junior boys and girls (ages 15 through 18) that participate at The First Tee Chapters nationwide applied for this year’s tournament. Fifty-one junior boys and twenty-three junior girls received invitations; four others received special exemptions through the Monterey Peninsula Foundation. “The opportunity these young people will receive by participating in the tournament will be something they remember for life,” said Joe Louis Barrow, Jr., CEO of The First Tee, in a press release. Participants were selected based on an assessment of their playing ability and comprehension of the core lessons learned in The First Tee program. Grades and community service were other considering factors, as was a written application that Park said took more than four hours to complete. “It was a long process, but it was well worth it,” he added with a laugh. Park was 9 when he joined The First Tee of Richmond and began working with PGA professional Craig Wood. From the beginning, Wood noticed that Park was extremely focused and willing to work as hard as he could to improve his golf game. “You don’t always see that kind of drive and determination in someone that age,” Wood said. “I think this was one of his goals and he’s going to achieve it … it’s very satisfying to see that come to fruition.” Park is an equally unabashed fan of The First Tee program, noting that “it helped me in golf a lot, as well as life in general.” “It helped me be more confident in myself, especially when I meet new people,” he said. Confidence is one of The First Tee’s nine core values that will serve Park well this year, as he makes the transition to a new school following his family’s move from Henrico to Chesterfield. Unlike last year, when many of his middle school friends joined him at Mills Godwin, the only people he knows at James River are his teammates on the golf team. First-year James River golf coach Scott Hartman said the “getting to know you” process has been a two-way street since the team began practicing in early August. “I’ve talked to the [golfers] who were here to make an effort and include him in everything, and I’ve talked to Jason about making sure you’re available – if they ask you to go out and do something, try to make arrangements to go hang out with them for a little while,” Hartman added. While Park doesn’t spend much time “hanging out” – if he’s not in school or studying, the straight-A student is usually hitting balls at a driving range or playing a practice round – he’ll certainly have a ready-made conversation starter once he returns from Pebble Beach. To avoid being overwhelmed by the facility’s history and prestige, Park said he’s approaching it as if it’s “just another regular course I have to deal with.” Good luck on that one. Of all the words used over the years to describe Pebble Beach, “regular” is probably the last one anyone would choose.

PHOTO COURTESY OF USROWING

Local club strikes silver at national rowing championship The Virginia Boat Club wins silver and bronze medals at the 2010 USRowing Masters National Championships, raising visibility of competitive rowing in Richmond area. Fourteen athletes from the Virginia Boat Club (VBC) competed in the 2010 USRowing Masters National Championships held in Camden, N.J. mid-August, winning 8 silver medals and one bronze. The wins were a strong showing for the Richmond-based club and highlighted the level of competitive rowing in the central Virginia area. The VBC entered 13 races and advanced to the finals in 12 of these events, ultimately medaling in 9 of the races -- with 8 silver and 1 bronze. In the overall team points standing, the VBC place 26th out of 138 clubs, outperforming larger more established programs. The USRowing Masters National Championship is a four-day regatta featuring master’s level competition with participation from rowing clubs across the country. This year’s event was held on August 12-15 in Camden, NJ and consisted of 199 races with over 1,400 entries from 138 rowing clubs in 32 states and 3 countries. Athletes competed in age categories with the oldest competitor at 86 years old. “The level of competition is extremely high at this regatta and it brings out the best rowers from around the country,” according to VBC rower Shannon Conner. “It’s not unusual to race against former Olympians and national team members at this event.” The event helped to raise the visibility of competitive rowing in the

OVERHEARD By performing well in a national venue like Masters Nationals, we’re sending a message that says competitive rowing is strong in central Virginia,” says Mark Wills, president of the VBC

Richmond area by drawing attention to the VBC in a national spotlight. “By performing well in a national venue like Masters Nationals, we’re sending a message that says competitive rowing is strong in central Virginia,” says Mark Wills, president of the VBC. “The James River is one of the best venues on the east coast for rowing,” adds Willis. “However, awareness is low among the rowing community. By increasing the visibility of rowing in Richmond, our goal is to attract more interest to the area from clubs in the D.C., Baltimore, and Philadelphia area.” VBC hosts two regattas each year - the Rocketts Landing Sprints in June and the Head of the James in October. For more information on these regattas and rowing in Richmond, visit the web at http://www. virginiaboatclub.org. Courtesy of Laura Georgiadis on behalf of Virginia Boat Club

High school football fever in the cool air BY ARTHUR LEE THOMPSON IV special correspondent

Good bye summer. Hello fall. Not just the temperature changes as the season passes from summer to fall. The smell of summer cookouts will make way for the aroma of tailgating, frenzied, football fans. High school football goers will travel around Chesterfield County to watch the pigskin fly. They will be privy to the nation’s passion, not just its pastime. The start of the season has several Dominion District teams primed to make their mark on the season. Manchester and Cosby look to erase what their coaches think, based on their lofty standards, were failures. In addition, Clover Hill ushers in a new school and stadium. Monacan, which passed the ball more than usual last year, envisions a more balanced attack this year. James River looks to get better while Midlothian ushers in the Rob Thomas era. Midlothian Trojans Longtime assistant Kevin Thomas takes over for former coach David Cooper. Thomas does not think there will be any problems with the coaching transition and credits Cooper, now the Athletic Director, for the smooth transition. “We’re all kind of getting used to one another,” said the former 11-year assistant under Cooper. “I learned a lot in terms of my relationship with the players from what he did and what he has always done. I think they responded to that during summer practice. I got a good group of guys.” The Trojans however, may struggle early,

due to limited starting experience among their players. Midlothian replaces nine starters on defense and seven on offense. Leading receiver Ryan Hamner, who makes the move from flanker to split end, will be counted on heavily this year. Quarterback Jimmy Whitten will look to connect early and often with Hamner. On defense, the Trojans will look for a total team effort to offset their inexperience. Thomas tabbed his father, longtime Colonial Heights high school coach John Thomas to be his offensive coordinator. The elder Thomas is known for orchestrating great passing offenses during his coaching tenure. Head coach Kevin Thomas hopes to keep team as balanced as possible. “Most of the regional coaches will tell you he liked to throw the ball. I am having a hard time keeping him under wraps,” joked Thomas about his father, but added “He has come in there and created a lot of excitement.” “I am really excited about what I have seen in practice. A lot of these guys have not played on the varsity level and it is just a matter of how we step up,” said the head coach. First game: at home Sept. 10 against Powhatan

Cosby Trojans During Cosby’s four-year existence, Pete Mutascio has been the only head coach the team has ever known. While he says last year’s record (7-3 overall record, 6-2 district), was an overall success. Mutascio also looked at the past season as a missed opportunity. “The season overall was a plus,” reflected Mutascio on last year. “Our goal is to get better every year. It

was a little disappointing because we had the best team we’ve ever had here. We did have a chance to win the district. We just didn’t get it done.” Like Midlothian, the Trojans will be young and slightly inexperienced. However, team speed will be a point of emphasis for the Trojans’ attack. According to Mutascio, Garrett Bimbaum will lead the team on offense and defense, filling in at the quarterback and linebacker positions. Cosby boasts a speedy backfield with versatile weapons such as Jainard Lambert and Jawaun Ferrell. They will play at both the wide receiver and running back positions, as well as provide a pass rush on defense. Matt Daugherty will see action at the linebacker position and some at the quarterback position. “We won’t use youth as an excuse,” stated Mutascio on the upcoming season. “The first game is a big game. You always have butterflies in your stomach, this year even more so, from the standpoint that we are going to be so young. We have been harping on the kids about playing with attitude and effort. They are buying in to what we are talking about. We are going to find out exactly what we got.” According Coach Pete Mutascio the recipe for success is simple. “We know what we have seen in practice and what we should be able to do offensively and defensively. And now we just have to execute.” First game: at home Sept. 10 against Hopewell James River Rapids Despite a few losses from last year’s team, James River head coach Greg DeFranchesco FOOTBALL P9

September football schedule* FRIDAY, SEPT. 3 Football Cosby at Lee-Davis, 7 p.m. Trinity Episcopal at St. Christopher’s School, 4:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 10 Football Prince George at Clover Hill, 7:30 p.m. Hopewell at Cosby, 7:30 p.m. James River at Douglas Freeman, 7 p.m. Thomas Dale at Manchester, 7:30 p.m.

Powhatan at Midlothian, 7:30 p.m. Mills Godwin at Monacan, 7 p.m. Collegiate School at Trinity Episcopal, 4 p.m.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 16 Football Norfolk Academy at Trinity Episcopal, 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 17 Football

Cosby at Clover Hill, 7:30 p.m. Midlothian at James River, 7:30 p.m. Manchester at Matoaca, 7:30 p.m. George Wythe at Monacan, 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 24 Football Clover Hill at Midlothian, 7:30 p.m. James River at Cosby, 7:30 p.m. Manchester at Monacan, 7:30 p.m. Trinity Episcopal at St. Anne’s-Belfield, 7 p.m.

EXERCISE

8 || SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

SPORTS || FITNESS

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

London looks for 'a steady work in progress' for UVa football program BY JAY JENKINS Media General News Service

James River Girls' Volleyball Jamboree Photo Gallery ONLINE midlothianexchange.com PHOTOS BY KENNY MOORE

Girls’ volleyball squads from eight area high schools participated in the annual James River Girls’ Volleyball Jamboree on Saturday, Aug. 28. Matches varied in length among teams from James River, Cosby, Midlothian, Hanover, Atlee, Lee Davis, Powhatan and New Kent. Each played three matches at the same time on three different courts as parents and court dividers shuffled among the games. ANDERSON from P1

auto-body repair shop off Hull Street and mother Christal operates a cleaning service. A younger sister, Jurnee,9, is more into dance than golfing. Nicknamed “Libz,” Anderson dabbled in baseball in elementary school, but golf has been a passion most of her young life. Her rewards include a certified VSGA handicap of a skinny 1.7. “I wouldn’t say golf has taken over my life, but it is definitely first priority,” she said. “Away from school, I don’t have much time to hang out. “After getting home, I just eat dinner and sleep.” She travels to out-of-town golf tournaments many weekends; thus, a majority of her friends are from the far-flung golfing circuit. “That’s another good thing about being on the

high-school team – I’ll get to meet new people,” she said. Perhaps due to her singleness of purpose, she hasn’t always fit in among peers. She admits to being “a little scared” about enrolling at Manchester where she will be one of the Class of ‘14. Just about any golfer would be envious of her booming 280-yard drives, with Adams woods. The blonde-haired, hazeleyed athlete packs oodles of power in her well-shouldered, 5-foot-5 frame; she combines brute force with the delicate hand-eye coordination of a spinal surgeon, and a relentless work ethic. Competing against boys, she is allowed to tee off from “85 percent” of the distance to the green. Given the advantage, she’s a threat to reach the fringe of just about any par 4. At Independence, during the Foundation event, she put her tee shot on the green

of the 10th hole, a par 4. On the debit side, the “85 percent” sometimes makes her more vulnerable to catching near-the-green bunkers. Tom Dolan, Assistant Director of the Virginia High School League, said girls have the choice of hitting from “85 percent” or straight-up with the boys. “But if you start from the longer tees, you’ve got to stay with them,” said Dolan. “You can’t pick and choose.” Anderson attacks the links with skill and grit – and also with a flair for style. She wears her golfing cap with what she calls an “A-frame” brim, bent sharply down the middle. Away from the links (“like when I go out to dinner,” she says), she prefers wearing her caps with brim off-center. From afar, spectators view

When the media in late July predicted a last-place finish for Virginia in the Atlantic Coast Conference, it reinforced what many Cavalier fans, former players and students anticipated was on the horizon. The presentation that aired on Comcast Sports Net provided fans an indepth look at how first-year coach Mike London was attempting to turn around a product that saw attendance figures slide drastically and managed just three wins in 2009 under former coach Al Groh. Firing Groh was costly. The school paid $4.33 million to cover the two years that remained on his contract. It was a move deemed necessary after Virginia had losing seasons in three of his final four seasons and slipped to 49th nationally in average attendance to fewer than 48,000 per game. Virginia officials did not reach far, hiring University of Richmond coach Mike London. He had been an assistant at Virginia on two separate occasions and was known in football circles for his passion for the game, his players and his personality.

her as a serious competitor this: is the wonderful young lady who chews up rivals like on a “If all you see is her golf her parents have developed.” feeding frenzy. side you don’t know Lyberty,” MHS coach Weaver adds he said. “What you’re missing

L L FA OME ENT H OVEM R & ge P y n M da

o cha T n Ex a t a ian h h t o Pow dl i M

Huge Inventory & Endless Access to Special Order Items New & Used Bike and ATV Sales, Repairs • Routine Maintenance Oil Changes • Tire Mounting & Balancing • Chrome • Pipes • Batteries Lift Kits • Lowering Kits • Jackets & Helmets • Gloves • Sportbikes Cruisers • Customs • Mules • Teryx’s • Power Commanders • Muzzy Parts Kuryakyn • Wheels & Tires up to 30 in. by ITP Maxxis Outlaw & Others

Trade-ins Welcome / Financing Available

E D I U G

Advertise your best home improvement deals and improve sales the easy way...before winter hits!

Free color for your ad

Big City Selection with Hometown Service - All Right at your backyard!! We’re 30 minutes from everywhere!

CREWE TRACTORStop B 434-645-9734

Jay Jenkins is a staff writer for The Daily Progress

FILE PHOTO/MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE

Hwy. 360 & 49 N, Crewe, VA 23930

“This is a work in progress,” he said. London’s staff includes former All-American quarterback Shawn Moore and All-American safety Anthony Poindexter, a holdover from the previous staff. He also named former Cavalier offensive lineman Ron Mattes as a graduate assistant and appointed him to run the offensive line. The schedule that awaits London’s first campaign is daunting on paper. The Cavaliers play six opponents ranked in the AP Top 25. Word hopes early stumbles will not discourage fans from supporting the players and the new coaching staff. “Even if we don’t win a lot of games this year, and I hope we do, I’m not convinced that we won’t, I never am, but I think if the coach will come in after the game and talk to you, have a conversation, say what he is thinking, be honest with you, allow other people to talk, I think the fans will appreciate what he is doing and why he is doing it,” he said. “I think they will stand behind him and stand behind the players. “I think it takes everyone to achieve what you want to achieve out there.”

Lyberty Anderson during quarterfinal round of RWGA match play Wed. June 9,2010 at Brandermill Country Club.

THE HOUSE OF ALL THINGS MOTORCYCLE... A TVS... & MULES !

If we don’t have it, give us 48 hours and we can get it!

It has not yet translated into a bump in seasonticket sales. While not apparent in ticket sales, London’s arrival delivered an instant shot in the arm to the athletics department, the community and his locker room. “In any situation when there is coaching transition there will be changes in how different things are done,” said Virginia’s athletics director, Craig Littlepage. “Since Mike London took over there’s been work done in a number of areas and he’s done all of the right things to put his stamp on the football program. “In time, the hard work and the program Mike and his staff have put in place will produce results in all facets of the program (on the field, recruiting, academics, in the community, public relations, etc.),” Littlepage said. “Turning things around won’t happen overnight. We’ve come off of threewin and five-win seasons,” he said, “but I believe Mike London has shown us he has a plan that will succeed.” London, who went 24-5 in two seasons at Richmond, knows there will be bumps in the road initially, and admits as much.

Challen y & ge Us!!

(Note: this applies to both papers)

Publishes: Sept. 15

Advertise in Midlothian Exchange!

Publishes: Sept. 16 Contact us to reserve your space today!

Call Sara Snyder at (804) 908-6086 or Sara Carter at (804) 201-6071 for details.

Sara Snyder - 804.908.6086 Sara Carter - 804.201.6071

E N LI

D ay, A E sd 8th

D edne ber W m te p e S

EXERCISE

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

FOOTBALL from P7 his game to West Point. The cupboard is by no means bare. Retuning running back Kevon White was an All-Dominion District unanimous choice last year. Wide receiver Calvin Jefferson was an All-Dominion District second team selection. The line is fortified on offense and defense with the heavily recruited 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;4â&#x20AC;?, 245 lb., Jasper Coleman. The Rapids finished 6-4 last year, but it appears DeFranchesco wants to up the ante this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There were four or five plays that could have changed our record to 8-2 or 9-1,â&#x20AC;? said DeFranchesco about last season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was pleased overall, but we could have been better.â&#x20AC;? James River looks to improve on finishing games this year. He feels summer practice was the springboard to helping his team take the next step forward. Seven players return on offense and defense for the Rapids. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are hoping we can get over the hump and win more of those close games,â&#x20AC;? informed DeFranchesco. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have been responsive to the coaching and they are a physical bunch of guys. It has been a good camp. We are pleased with our progress.â&#x20AC;? First game: at Douglas Freeman Sept. 10

until the offense comes around. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got some experience coming back,â&#x20AC;? exclaimed Parsons. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Especially on the defensive side of the ball, with six starters returning that will help a lot. We are very optimistic. We want to be tough and compete in every ball game. And we will see what happens in the fourth quarter.â&#x20AC;? First game: at home Sept. 10 against Mills Godwin

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 || 9

SPORTS || FITNESS

Crown â&#x20AC;˘ Chair Rail â&#x20AC;˘ Wall Frames â&#x20AC;˘ Wainscoting

season,â&#x20AC;? added Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare. First game: at home Sept. 10 against Prince George

Manchester Lancers Head coach Tom Hall is calling this past summer camp the best with which he has been involved since he has been at Manchester High. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We worked hard this offseason. Now, it is time to see if the proof is in the pudding,â&#x20AC;? said Hall. Clover Hill Cavaliers Why is Hall calling his 12th season Truly blessed is how head coach Sean as the Lancer head coach the best camp Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hare referred to his football proever? The proof may very well be in gram. The Clover Hill Cavaliers moved the pudding. Manchester has the talent from the old stomping grounds of Hull and experience to improve on last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Street Road to the comfy surround6-4 overall record. Moreover, they are ing of their new home on Kelly Green legitimate contenders to the Dominion Lane. However, the Cavaliers, according District title. 18 starters return to the to Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare, have not let the move deter program. Is a playoff push to the state their efforts to prepare for the upcomtitle possible? With players like Virginia ing season. Tech recruit, offensive lineman Jake â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the end of practice, we have been Goins, anchoring the offensive line and caravanning and moving stuff over a healthy Terrell Hackney at quarterhere,â&#x20AC;? joked Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare. back, the sky is the limit. Dominion â&#x20AC;&#x153;The kids and coaches have done a District leading rusher Brandon Childs great job of not letting the move get in returns at running back. With Willie the way. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a busy task. But we Pugh and Brandon Briggs, Manchester are getting done what we have to get has as good a core of receivers as anyone done on the field,â&#x20AC;? he remarked. in the region. On defense, J. P. Pearson Quarterback Joel Caleb is back to is a defensive player of the year candilead the offense. He will be protected date. Standout linebackers include Jake by an experienced offensive line. Caleb Martin and Javon Booth. The Lancers, will look to get the ball to wide receiver on both sides of the ball, boast size, Monacan Chiefs Tim Thaniel. Joining Caleb in the strength and speed. This is a frightenIf the offensive line for the Monacan backfield at tailback will be Derrick ing combination for any opponent they Chiefs takes a big step forward, the team Wells. On the defensive side of the ball, face. will do well. Head coach Daniel Parlinebacker Peyton Gryder returns, along â&#x20AC;&#x153;According to our standards, last year sons believes this team has more depth with defensive back Craig Sprouse. was a failure. We finished 6-4 last year on the offensive line but is expecting the Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare feels these players and several and lost three games by three points or line to be the barometer of success for other key returnees will propel his team less in the fourth quarter. We did not the team. After a disappointing finish back into the playoffs. finish like the year before. I think the of 3-7 last year, the Chiefs look to elimiâ&#x20AC;&#x153;We won a lot of close games last kids have been motivated by that fact. nate the mistakes of the past. year. We had several close games we Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had one losing season since I â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last year we let some games slip won in the fourth quarter. We lost in have been here. Hopefully, we will not away from us. I was disappointed. My overtime in the playoffs. We feel we have another. All we can ask is for the staff was disappointed. It was self inhave some unfinished business. We kids to do their best. If the kids respond flicted stuff. One of our keys this year, were not pleased with the way things and do their best, the skyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the limit,â&#x20AC;? going into the season, is ball security. ended,â&#x20AC;? said Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare said Hall. So, hopefully we have addressed that The promise of a new home brings First game: at home Sept. 10 against this year,â&#x20AC;? said Parsons excitement to the program. But neither Thomas Dale The Chiefs will have to do without Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare nor his coaching staff forget the linebacker Logan Staib. His toughnostalgic feelings of where they came ness will be missed on the defensive from. end. Chris Turner and Chris Whitlock â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are return to fortify the linebacker corps. several coaches on Dexter Montgomery will play corner the coaching staff and linebacker according to Parsons. that have been at The defensive line is anchored by Will the old Clover Hill Womack and Joseph White. Three more than ten years,â&#x20AC;? starters return on offense, including of- reminisced Coach fensive lineman Taylor Hurley, tight end Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare. Vernon Bradshaw, and wide receiver â&#x20AC;&#x153;But it is exciting. Quinn Bracey. The coaching staff has The kids are excited. big plans this year for the explosive The community is Bracey. Parsons feels optimistic of his excited about it. The Â&#x2014;Ĺş Č&#x2018;Ć?ĹşÉ&#x203A; ÇˇĘŠÉ¤ĹşĘŠÇˇ É?ĘŠÂ¨ÇŹÇ&#x2013;Ę?ĚŹÇ?ÄťÇŹÂ¨É¤É¤ĹşÉ¤ ÄťÇŹČ&#x2018;É¤Ĺş Ę?Č&#x2018; Ç&#x2039;Č&#x2018;ÇˇĹşĆ&#x2122; chances. He is especially encouraged first game is going É&#x203A;Ę?6Â¨ĘŠÉ¤ Č&#x2018;Ć?ĹşÉ&#x203A;É¤ Ĺ É&#x203A;Â¨ĚĽÇ&#x2013;ÇžĆˇĹ&#x2122; Č°Â¨Ç&#x2013;ÇžĘ?Ç&#x2013;ÇžĆˇĹ&#x2122; ÇˇĘŠÇŹĘ?Ç&#x2013;ÇˇĹşĹ Ç&#x2013;Â¨ Â¨ÇžĹ with the experience of his defense. He to big. It will be an ÄťĹşÉ&#x203A;Â¨ÇˇÇ&#x2013;ÄťÉ¤ ÄťÇŹÂ¨É¤É¤ĹşÉ¤ Ć&#x153;Č&#x2018;É&#x203A; Â¨É&#x203A;Ę?Ç&#x2013;É¤Ę?É¤ Č&#x2018;Ć&#x153; Â¨ÇŹÇŹ Â¨ĆˇĹşÉ¤É sĹşĆˇÇ&#x2013;É¤Ę?É&#x203A;Â¨Ę?Ç&#x2013;Č&#x2018;Çž Ć&#x153;Č&#x2018;É&#x203A; hopes for them to help lead the team exciting start to the Ć&#x153;Â¨ÇŹÇŹ Â¨É&#x203A;Ę? ÄťÇŹÂ¨É¤É¤ĹşÉ¤ Ç&#x2013;É¤ ÇžČ&#x2018;ĚĽ Č&#x2018;Č°ĹşÇžÉ

ZZZ -XVW0RXOGLQJ FRP Â&#x2122; 3HUIHFW 0RXOGLQJ *XDUDQWHHG Â&#x2122; 1R 'XVW 1R 0HVV Â&#x2122; 3URIHVVLRQDOO\ ,QVWDOOHG /RFDOO\ RZQHG RSHUDWHG )UDQFKLVHV DYDLODEOH

Keeping families and businesses comfortable

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL â&#x20AC;˘ Maintenance Agreements â&#x20AC;˘ Servicing All Makes & Models â&#x20AC;˘ Sales, Service & Installations

Up to

1,10000 Off on new

Carrier Systems Rebates paid only on qualifying products and systems. * Not valid with any other rebate or special * Must present coupon at time of service * System must include indoor & outdoor units plus thermostat * Offer valid until 9/30/10 * Restrictions apply

25 OFF

Coupon For Any Service Call. * Must present coupon at time of service * Not valid with any other offers. * Expires 9/30/10 Powhatan

:H NQRZ Z \RX QHHG WKH EHVW FDUH IRU \RXU FKLOG <RXU FKHFNOLVW 7UDLQHG FDULQJ HDUO\ FKLOGKRRG HGXFDWRUV

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

7RS QRWFK PRGHUQ DQG FOHDQ IDFLOLW\ ,QIDQW FDUH 3UHVFKRRO SURJUDP %HIRUH DQG DIWHU FDUH 7UDQVSRUWDWLRQ WR - % :DWNLQV DQG 6ZLIW &UHHN (OHPHQWDU\ *UHDW ORFDWLRQ &XUULFXOXP WKDW GHYHORSV PLQG ERG\ DQG VSLULW

'LVFRYHU WKH 'LIIHUHQFH :H KDYH ZKDW \RX QHHG SOXV ZH EHOLHYH \RXÂˇOO Ă&#x20AC;QG D VSHFLDO TXDOLW\ LQ UHODWLRQDO EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WV WKDW FRPH E\ RXU VXSSRUW RI IDPLO\ DQG IDLWK G &KLOG LQ D &KULVWLDQ EDVHG 'HYHORSPHQW &HQWHU 2XU SDUHQWV WHOO XV WKDW WKLV LV WKH VSHFLDO GLIIHUHQFH LQ RXU FDUH RI WKHLU FKLOG

897-0262 MIDLOTHIAN TURNPIKE N

ROSELAND 1.8 MILES

HWY 288

D RD.

GSLC&CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

HALLSLEY

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & Child Development Center is conveniently located on Old Hundred Road at Hallsley and Roseland neighborhoods in Western Chesterfield County area.

POWHITE PKWY.

GČ&#x2022;Ç&#x161;Č&#x201A; ĘÉ¨ Ć Č&#x2022;É&#x; Č&#x2022;ĘÉ&#x; ]n V 6]Â&#x2021;x Ĺ? Â&#x20AC;Ç?ĘÉ&#x;É¨Ĺ¤Â¨Ě°Ĺ? xĹžČ´Ę&#x2018;ĹžÇťÄĽĹžÉ&#x; Č&#x2C6; Ć É&#x;Č&#x2022;Çť Ć¨Ç&#x201D;Č&#x2C6; Č´Çť

HAVE ABILITY TO PAY CASH All Inquiries Held In Strict Confidence.

1401 Old Hundred Road, Midlothian 23114 www.goodshepherdmidlo.com

É&#x203A;Ę?6Â¨ĘŠÉ¤ Â&#x2013;Ç&#x2013;É¤ĘŠÂ¨ÇŹ É&#x203A;Ę?É¤ xĘ?ĘŠĹ Ç&#x2013;Č&#x2018; ČĄĆ&#x201A;ČĄČĄ 6ĘŠĆˇĘŠĹşÇžČ&#x2018;Ę? sČ&#x2018;Â¨Ĺ Č?Ę&#x201D;ĚˇĆŽ SÇ&#x2013;Ĺ ÇŹČ&#x2018;Ę?Ç&#x2039;Ç&#x2013;Â¨ÇžĹ&#x2122; Â&#x2013; ĘĄĘ&#x201D;ČĄČĄĘ&#x201D;

Call or write: MAPLEDALE, LLC. 2223 Richmond Tappahannock Hwy. Manquin, Virginia 23106 Office: (804) 769-1153 Fax: (804) 769-0852

Ć&#x201A;ĚˇĆŽÉ Ć&#x201A;Č&#x201E;ÉÉ ĆŽ sÂ&#x20AC;

FUN â&#x20AC;&#x201D; FITNESS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; GYMNASTICS Ages 18 months to 18 years

Fitne

FUN #

HEA

LTH

SUCCESS

Self Esteem Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flipping for Fitness & Fun at the Olympiad! 10701 Trade Rd. 794-2813 7618 Whitepine Rd. 275-7986 (near Chesterfield Airport)

www.richmondolympiad.com

Top CA$H for

$ Gold and Silver $ WE WILL BEAT ANY WRITTEN OFFER FOR YOUR SCRAP JEWELRY BY 10% OR MORE!

GET CASH TODAY FOR BACK TO SCHOOL!

ARMED SECURITY ON DUTY

We are a Virginia company with 20 licensed and bonded locations in Virginia and a proud sponsor of keeping your business right here in our state.

BRING GOLD - GET CA$H TODAY & We Test In Weigh ou Y f o Front

Gold, Platinum, and Silver chains, bracelets, rings and watches. We pay top dollar for your estate, broken or unwanted inherited jewelry. Dental gold, gold and silver coins. Sterling silverware, sterling tea sets.

Clean out your jewelry box and storage!

National Redemption Record High Gold Prices

Hilton Garden Inn Innsbrook

Holiday Inn Koger Center

4050 Cox Rd. Glen Allen, VA 23060

10800 Midlothian Tnpk. Richmond, VA 23235

(Exit 178B off I-64W near Short Pump)

(Between Chesterfield Towne Center & Johnston-Willis)

Thursday, Sept. 2 thru Sunday, Sept. 5 Thursday, Sept. 9 thru Sunday, Sept. 12

10:00am - 6:00pm

RSN

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

at Southside & Chesterfield Airport

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

$ $ $ $Bring $ $ $ this $ $ $ad $ $for $ $an $ $extra $ $ $$5 $ $with $ $ $your $ $ $sale. $$$$$$

Richmond Olympiad Excellence

794-8300 www.wgspeeks.com

Lic. # 2701012546A Class A Contractor

NDRE

Will purchase pine, hardwood or pine thinning anywhere in Virginia. Need 20 acres or more, no tract too large.

Call for more details.

W.G. SPEEKS, INC.

OLD HU

TIMBER WANTED

TAX CREDITS

up to $1,500!

Since 1943

É&#x203A;Ę? 9É¤ 9Çž Â&#x20AC;Ç&#x2039;Ĺş 6Â¨ĘŠÉ¤Ć&#x2122; xÇ&#x161;ĆťČ&#x201A; ĘČ´ VČ&#x2022;ĚŠ Â¨Ę&#x2018;Ĺ&#x153; ĚŠĚŠĚŠÉ&#x2026;Â¨É&#x;Ę&#x2018;Ç?Â¨ĘÉ¨ÇŹÇ&#x161;Ĺ¤É¨É&#x2026;ÄżČ&#x2022;Çť

)5(( '(6,*1 &2168/7$7,216

$ $ $ $Visit $ $ $nationalredemption.com $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ for $ $ a$ coupon. $$$$$$$$$

&RPSOHWH VHUYLFHV UHVRXUFHV DQG VXSSRUW IRU WKH RQHV \RX ORYH KRXUV D GD\ GD\V D ZHHN Â&#x2021; 3K\VLFLDQV UHJLVWHUHG QXUVHV Â&#x2021; 0HGLFDO VRFLDO ZRUNHUV Â&#x2021; &HUWLILHG KRVSLFH DLGHV Â&#x2021; 7UDLQHG YROXQWHHUV Â&#x2021; 3DLQ PDQDJHPHQW Â&#x2021; 6\PSWRP FRQWURO Â&#x2021; 6SLULWXDO FDUH Â&#x2021; %HUHDYHPHQW VHUYLFHV

Richmond | Farmville | Tappahannock Hampton Roads | Fredericksburg

800-501-0451 www.hospiceva.com

10 || SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

EXPLORE

It’sthein bag Tips on packing the most nutrition into your kid’s lunch

YOUR WORLD || TRAVEL

Packing a healthy lunch can be challenging. It’s hard to make the time to pack a lunch or even figure out what to take. In this article you will find ideas and suggestions on packing a healthy lunch for you and your family. Packing a healthy lunch can help save you money, as well as increase the nutrition and health of your family. Here are three good reasons to pack your lunch; Economics: The National Restaurant Association reports the average American, age eight and above, eats out four times per week. Young adults, age 27 and under, eat out even more. Eating out has become a lifestyle! Roberta Duyff, author of “Complete Food and Nutrition Guide,” notes that…“the food service industry gets about 50 cents of every dollar that US consumers spend on food.” The average cost for a lunch and a drink is about $8. If you brown bag it just two times per week, your savings add up to $16 per week or $800 per year; if you pack more than that, you can save a $1,000 or more per year. Eat lunch out occasionally or on special occasions. Nutrition: Americans consume one-third of their calories away from home. When you pack lunch you can have more control over what you and your children eat. Children are more likely to eat healthy foods if they are introduced to them early. “Lunch should provide one-third of the day’s nutritional needs. Avoid the temptation to skip lunch. The mid-day meal fuels the body throughout the afternoon,

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

Quick lunch: Easy Chicken Salad 1 ½ cup cooked chicken diced ¾ cup light mayonnaise 1cup red or green seedless grapes halved ½ cup chopped almonds (optional) Mix all ingredients. Serve or refrigerate immediately. For Curried Chicken Salad omit grapes and almonds and add 1 teaspoon curry powder and ½ cup raisins. Find more tasty recipes online at www.midlothianexchange.com

just as breakfast gets you through the morning.” (Clemson University Extension publication; “Packing Lunches for School and Work”). Plan lunches to meet the nutritional needs of your family; make calories count by packing nutritious foods. Weight: Packing a healthy lunch will help children and teens fill up on wholesome food, which will help them cut back on the high calorie fast foods and convenience foods that contribute to being overweight. “More than 23 million U.S. children and teens ages two to 19 are overweight or obese, a four-fold increase in 40 years. Obesity strains children’s bodies making them susceptible to adult ailments including Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke.” (reprinted from the eXtension article, “Learn and Take Notice in September, National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month” by Ashley Fondren and Lynette Spicer). With a little planning you can pack a delicious and nutritious lunch. Let the kids help in picking items and planning their school lunch. The more input they have, the less likely they will be to trade their lunch. Tammy Roberts, a nutrition and health education specialist with the University of Missouri Extension suggests “letting children pick from a list of healthy foods.” When you plan your lunch menu, your food choices aren’t last minute. Plan a variety of foods; mix it up by sticking with some favorites and trying something new. There are several recipes at the end of this article that will help you plan nutritious lunches. The five parts of a healthy lunch include: lean protein, whole grain, fruit:,vegetable, and calcium. courtesy of Arla M. Halpin Family and Consumer Science Program Assoc. Powhatan County Extension Office

DISCOVER CHESTERFIELD Publication Date October 14 Deadline September 16 Circulation 24,000

Call today to reserve your ad space! Sarah Oswald

Sara Carter

Stephanie Childrey

Tom Haynie

Sara Snyder

804.746.1235 ext. 28

804.598.4305 ext. 18

804.912.5653

804.746.1235 ext. 27

804.598.4305 ext. 15

All Discover Guides will be online!

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

EXPECT

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 || 11

LAST WORD

The 97th Chesterfield County Fair

The Cook brothers attempt to win a pet gold fish at the ball toss at the Chesterfield County Fair.

Lennette and Mason of Chesterfield go on the twirly ride monday evening at the Chesterfield County Fair.

Tracey calls Bingo numbers to the evening crowd gathered at the fair.

Salvadore takes a seat on the merry-go-round after a busy opening weekend.

The ride's quick drop adds to the delight for these kids.

CLASSIFIEDS Residential for Rent ∫ CONDOS & TOWNHOUSES

Merchandise MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS WANTED

Midlothian - Flexible Leasing Available 2 bdrm 2.5 ba. Townhouse. Community conveniently located near 288, Shopping & dining. $1050 804-557-3056

Business & Service Directory CABINETS & COUNTERS Wood Stuff - Custom Cabinets & Wood Furniture. Kitchen Remodeling with laminate, Oak, Hickory, Cherry or new solid wood cabinets. Very Experienced. Call for free estimates, Dan 804-598-2352

CASH PAID Diabetic Test Strips MOST BRANDS Will pay up to $20+ for unexpired, sealed boxes! Karen 592-1238 ezteststrips@gmail.com

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Bed - New Mattress Set in Plastic w/ warr. Full $99, Queen $109, King $189. Delivery/Lay -A-Way. 218-0680

ADVERTISE

CONSTRUCTION

GENERAL & SPECIAL NOTICES NEW 9U SOFTBALL TRAVEL TEAM Looking for 2-experienced players to join the team. Call 804-244-2907 for private tryout.

Call Sara Carter at 201-6071 or Sara Snyder at 908-6086 for information about advertising with Midlothian Exchange weekly in print or online monthly!

Ask how you can reach over 63,000 households in Mechanicsville, Powhatan, Goochland and Chesterﬁeld!

ADVERTISE Advertise with Midlothian Exchange Call 201-6071 or 908-6086 to hear about Midlothian Exchange’s upcoming advertising opportunities!

Advertise with Midlothian Exchange Call 201-6071 or 908-6086 for details!

(804) 746-1235 ext. 3

FAX: (804) 379-6215 or classiﬁeds@midlothianexchange.com

Pets & Animals CATS

Transportation AUTOS FOR SALE 1929 Ford Model A Roadster Convertible w/Rumble Seat. Nice Condition. Runs well. Original motor. $16,500. Call 804-598-2164

Classifieds are on the Move! You now have the option to text a classified ad you read in the paper, right to your phone! Reach a large and continually growing audience of mobile users.

Here’s How It Works: ∂ Enter short code 88788 into your mobile phone.

Construction Unlimited. Most Anything. Excavate, Build, Renovate. Wetland too! Licensed & Insured. bob.smiley@gmail.com 804-556-3835

Announcements

PLACE YOUR AD TODAY

∂ Text the keyword number (example: RS 5555) listed in ad to your phone. ∂ You will receive a text message linking you to the ad. Click that link to view. ∂ You then have the option(s) to click to call, click to email, forward to a friend or save to your phone. For details call

(804) 746-1235.

Employment GENERAL HELP Director-Ask about Sign on Bonus! Learning Care Group is seeking experienced Directors/Ast. Directors for our Richmond/ Midlothian schools. Must have current CDA or min of 48 college credits w/12 ECE hrs. Resumes to:jbrown@learningcaregroup.com EOE Heavy Equipment Mechanic- Must be experienced with heavy equipment service and repair. Grade/Pipe Foreman - Must have min. 5 years experience. Site Concrete Foreman - Must have min. 5 years experience. P i p e l a y e r s - Must be experienced with Storm/Sanitary/Water pipe installation. Fax resume to 804-561-5888 or e-mail to: sitexcav8tor@aol.com Property Manager - Individual or married couple to live on-site and manage small rooming house business. Responsiblities includes rentals plus light maintenance and housekeeping. Reply to propmgr2311@aol.com or call 804-836-7081. Advertise with Midlothian Exchange Call 201-6071 or 908-6086 for details!

12 || SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

MIDLOTHIANEXCHANGE.COM

Paid Advertisement

New to the community, Primrose School of Midlothian at Waterford. High quality preschool experiences lead to future success in school and life

NITY NEW TO THE COMMU Primose School of Midlothian at Waterford

A curriculum that’s as brilliant as your child.

804.639.1011

ildhood Educators

Primrose School of Swift Creek

Best in Class Early Ch

uter Technology

804.744.0787

Music, Spanish, Comp Ongoing customized

student assessment

Each Primrose School is privately owned and operated. Primrose Schools and Leader in Education Child Care are trademarks of Primrose School Franchising Company. © 2010 Primrose School Franchising Company. All rights reserved.

According to the National Scientific Council on the Developing Child, high quality early childhood education is directly related to long term success in life: “The quality and stability of a child’s human relationships in the early years lay the foundation for a wide range of later developmental outcomes that really matter – self confidence and sound mental health, motivation to learn, achievement in school and later in life.” As their child nears their elementary years, parents naturally look for success markers like reading and math proficiency; however, they also want their children to be happy, confident and independent. It’s easy to take these attributes for granted, but they are part of the socialemotional development that needs to be taught during the child’s early years to provide the foundation for success beyond the classroom. Primrose School of Midlothian at Waterford, opening September 7th, offers Primrose’s unique Balanced Learning Curriculum, which blends academics, play and character development. “Preschool education is so much more than just learning numbers and letters. It is also the foundation for a child’s future in life beyond school,” said Leigh Chilmaid, owner of the Primrose Schools of Midlothian at Waterford and Swift Creek. “Character development – understanding concepts like friendship, generosity and honesty – is the heart of our culture at Primrose. Our goal is for each child to develop into a well-rounded individual prepared for learning and enjoying life.” Parents choose Primrose not only because of our outstanding curriculum, but also because of the quality of the teachers. “When you have passionate people, a proven curriculum and the highest standards, there is no limit to what you can do for children,” said Elizabeth Weddle, the kindergarten teacher at the Primrose School of Swift Creek. “We (the Primrose teachers) bring the accredited program to life in our classrooms by providing opportunities for child-initiated and teacher-directed activities every day. The accompanying student assessments provide us with a teaching blueprint so our instruction is meaningful and purposeful. These tools also make it possible for us to focus on each child’s individual learning experience.” Primrose School of Midlothian at Waterford is located off Charter Colony Parkway, just past the intersection of Old Hundred Road and Powhite Parkway. For enrollment information, call 639-1011 or visit www.primrosewaterford.com. Primrose School of Swift Creek was accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in April 2008. For more information, call us at 744-0787 or visit us at www. primroseswiftcreek.com.

4 Day Sale! BIG PACK BIG SAVINGS! Wednesday, September 1 - Saturday, September 4

Ch Charmin i Bathroom Tissue

Bounty Paper Towels

30 Big Rolls

12 Giant Rolls

With Card

Great American Fish Fillets

Kroger Water 24 pk, 16.9 oz Bottles

Frozen, Select Varieties, 2.5-5 lb

$ 99

Low Prices on Produce!

With Card

Jumbo Russet Potatoes

Gwaltney Sliced Bacon

3 Pound Package

3 lb

8 lb Bag

2$ For

With Card

99 With Card

Kroger is your Racing Connection!

FREE

Sprint Cup Tickets!

Up To $

110

Value

The Air Guard 400

Qualify to win TWO FREE VIP Nationwide Series Tickets, to the VIRGINIA 529 COLLEGE SAVINGS 250 at Richmond International Raceway on Friday, September 10th!

(Excludes Fuel, Pharmacy, Alcohol, Tobacco and Gift Card Purchases)

Purchase must include any of the following items: Kraft Mayo, Kraft Miracle Whip, Tostitos Tortilla Chips, Herr’s Chips, Bounty Paper Towels, Charmin Bath Tissue, Old Spice Deodorant or Body Wash, Lipton Tea, Dr Pepper 12 pk or Coca-Cola 8 pk

You automatically qualify to win, with the purchase of any BUBBA burger product using your Kroger Plus card. Each winner chosen, will receive TWO tickets to the Race, and TWO Tickets to the Pre Race Hospitality Area! See more details in store.

Ticket Voucher will print on your Kroger receipt. To redeem Ticket Voucher Call 866-455-Race (7223) Mention KROGER OFFER AND VOUCHER NUMBER FROM RECEIPT (Limit 2 FREE tickets per household) Limited offer while supplies last.

Purchase $145 in a single transaction at any area Kroger store August 29-September 4 and get TWO tickets (While Supplies Last) to

More Ways to Save

Shop Kroger and save

Now get INSTANT fuel savings at Kroger and Shell too!

or up to

At Kroger Fuel Centers and participating Shell locations. See store for details, or visit kroger.com/fuel Items & prices good in Richmond Area through September 4, 2010

WED THURS 1 2

FRI 3

SAT 4

a gallon ll att Shell Sh ll

a gallon att Kroger K

every time you redeem 100 points

every time you redeem up to 1,000 points

Everyday Unlimited Visit our website at www.kroger.com for additional savings.

up to & Including a face value of

Manufacturers

DOUBLE COUPONS

See Store for details