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“From the local government perspective, the recession isn’t over until real estate values start climbing back up.” — DAN GECKER, CHESTERFIELD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAIRMAN
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hesterfield County Public Schools has a vision for the future that extends beyond shading in the correct bubble on a test. The school system is focused on equipping students with the skills necessary for success in life. The school system’s proposed innovation plan, the Design for Excellence 2020, details how blended learning, project-based learning and service learning will change the face of education in Chesterfield County. What does the plan mean for students? It means they will have access to anytime, anywhere learning and will understand and solve real-world situations. The plan is available at mychesterfieldschools.com. The Chesterfield County School Board invites community members to discuss the Design for Excellence 2020 during a public engagement session from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 16, at the Fulghum Center at 4003 Cogbill Road.
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Dan Gecker, Midlothian District representative and Chesterfield Board of Supervisors chairman, addressed last week’s meeting of the Western Chesterfield Business Alliance at Village Bank headquarters in Midlothian.
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or business leaders waiting to exhale after four years of a challenged economy, Chesterfield Board of Supervisors chairman Dan Gecker had some cautionary words at last week’s meeting of the Western Chesterfield Business Alliance. “We’ve had substantial decline in real estate values in the community for the past four years,” Gecker said. “From the local government perspective, the recession isn’t over until real estate values start
climbing back up. It’s only then that we can begin to fund those things that we’re looking to fund and continue to the infrastructure improvements that we want to do. We are still forecasting a real dollar decline in revaluations in the county.” While federal government officials declared the recession over after two years, experts predicted the effects on the real estate market would last closer to five years. That proved true, and Gecker said county officials foresaw that problem and planned for it in the budget process. The chairman said supervisors ad-
dressed the oncoming downturn early in an effort to make necessary cuts only once and not nibble at county services each year. That foresight has allowed the county to avoid serious financial challenges facing neighboring localities. “The reason is not that we didn’t have those struggles,” Gecker said. “The reason is we dealt with them at a prior time period. The philosophy was to deal with it once and try to do it for the long term.”
Oct. 14 tournament lets public support group while having fun Alma Powell is greeted by Chesterfield Schools Superintendent Dr. Marcus Newsome with Gail Johnson, chair of the Women’s Leadership Initiative, in the background. Powell is the wife of former Secretary of State Colin Powell.
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ach year, Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Crime Stoppers, a local community involvement program, helps to solve crimes using tips provided by the public, but public support is a vital part of the group’s efforts. The 2nd annual Jim Bourque Crime Solvers Fundraising Bowling Tournament, which will get underway with registration at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14, at Bowl America at 7929 Midlothian Turnpike in Chesterfield, will give area residents a chance to support the outfit while having some fun at the same time. Bowling begins at 2 p.m. Tracy Connor is the second vice president of Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Crime Solvers and the tournament’s chairperson. “We are a nonprofit organization that pays out rewards for any information given that will help to solve a crime in Chesterfield County or Colonial Heights,” Connor said. Since the organization’s inception in 1984, it has helped to bring criminals to justice and put victims’ minds at ease. To date, it has helped solve 6,744 crimes, seized $908,253 in illegal drugs and recovered $1,986,447 in personal property. All tips made to Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Crime Solvers are anonymous, and the cash rewards it pays for clues are worth up to $1,000 if they are used in the successful resolution of a crime. But,
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r. Marcus J. Newsome, superintendent of Chesterfield County Public Schools, introduced keynote speaker Alma J. Powell, chair of America’s Promise Alliance, at a United Way Women’s Leadership Initiative breakfast in September. The Women’s Leadership Initiative is a movement of more than 1,000 women across the Richmond region that are com-
mitted to giving, advocating and volunteering on behalf of all children so that they enter school ready to succeed. For the past decade, Alma Powell and her husband, Gen. Colin Powell, have committed their time, energy, creativity, financial resources and leadership to improving the lives of the nation’s children. The alliance is committed to seeing that
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County looks to recognize centenarians BY KOREY HUGHES Special Correspondent
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o you know a Chesterfield County resident who will celebrate his or her 100th birthday in the near future? Well, the Chesterfield County Office of the Senior Advocate wants to honor these people with its newly created Centenarian Club. Debbie Leidheiser, senior advocate for the Office of the Senior Advocate, said her inspiration for honoring Chesterfield County residents who attain the milestone is those super seniors themselves. The fact that they will reach their hundredth birthdays soon is reason enough to celebrate. At the same time, she also needs help to find centenarians who live in the local area. “I guess it’s just because I’ve been reading about places where they’re recognizing residents who are 100 years old,” Leidheiser said. “We don’t know exactly how many we have in Chesterfield County, but I think it’s time to recognize them.”
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Parkinson’s Disease Education Day informs about the disorder of late, but many people still don’t understand why it can be so debilitating arkinson’s disease is a brain for patients who suffer from it. disorder that is characterized “Well, because it’s neurological, and by visible symptoms such as you get the lack of rigidity and can’t coordination problems and move because it affects the nerves,� body tremors. Morton said. “Therefore, you can’t On Saturday, Oct. 13, speakers at walk or can’t swallow, and it can affect the Parkinson’s Disease Education Day your speech, and you can lose the abilat the Sheraton Richmond Park South ity to communicate.� Hotel at 9901 Midlothian Turnpike Although there was once a time in Chesterfield will present speeches when Parkinson’s disease was considabout the illness that will inform ered to be a disorder that only affected sufferers, their loved ones and their elderly adults, it does not solely target caretakers. Registration starts at 8 a.m., specific age groups. Morton said her with the program being held from 9 mother was diagnosed with the disease a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at age 50 and the symptoms typically The event will be presented by only show up with the tremors. the Metro Richmond Chapter of the “It’s usually adulthood, but we used American Parkinson’s Disease Asto say 65 and older, but now it is diagsociation, the American Parkinson’s nosed earlier, and it can be because of Disease Association Information and early detection,� Morton said. “Most of Referral Center at University of Virthe time, an MRI can be performed to ginia Charlottesville, Virginia Comdetermine whether someone has it.� monwealth University Parkinson’s and What are some of the other widelyMovement Disorder Center, and the held misconceptions about ParkinParkinson’s Disease Research, Educa- son’s disease? According to Morton, tion and Clinical Center at McGuire bystanders often think that people who Veteran’s Administration Medical exhibit the associated symptoms are Center. inebriated instead of ill. Kathy Morton, the president of “I think people often are seen as the Metro Richmond Chapter of being drunk,� Morton said. “We’ve the APDA, said the event is aimed at had young persons that have not been people who either have the disease or steady on their feet, and people think care for someone who copes with it. that they have an alcohol problem, and “It is for people with Parkinson’s, that’s not it at all.� their families and their caregivers,� “I don’t think people easily recogMorton said. “It is also for people in nize it, either. They see someone who the medical profession who want to has it, but they can’t tell what’s wrong learn more about Parkinson’s.� with them.� Parkinson’s disease has been more If you want to learn more about prominently featured in the media as Parkinson’s disease and ways to live
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with it, Saturday’s event will be a rare opportunity to hear from a wide range of medical professionals on the subject. Confirmed speakers for the Education Day event include Charles F. Bryan Jr., president and chief executive officer emeritus of the Virginia Historical Society; Tim Ford, chaplain at VCU; Dr. Samuel M. Goldman of the Parkinson’s Institute and Clinical Center in Sunnyvale, Calif.; Mary Spremulli, a Port Charlotte, Fla.-based speech pathologist; and Dr. Fred Wooten, medical director of the Information and Referral Center at UVa. Physical therapists Jeffrey Hoder of VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder Center and Elmer Ligh of McGuire VAMC will lead movement breaks during the proceedings. Morton said the planned intermissions will help participants who have Parkinson’s disease to remain comfortable throughout the day. “Most people (who have) it have a hard time sitting because they get stiff and rigid, so we have planned exercise breaks,� Morton said. “Tai Chi is easy and smooth for people with Parkinson’s to do, and they will lead us in those 15 minutes of exercise.� Morton said interested parties will receive valuable information if they attend the event. “I think they will learn more about the disease and how to cope with it,� Morton said. For more information about the Metro Richmond Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association, call 804-730-1336 or visit www. parkinsonrichmond.com.
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Chesterfield schools to honor 62 Teachers of the Year today Florence Jenkins, Greenfield; Amy Miller, Harrowgate; Colin Wharton, Hening; Jan Fletcher, Hopkins; Kristen Davis, Jacobs Road; Virginia Van Keuren, Matoaca; Kathryn Lyda, Providence; Dru Mische, Reams Road; Kelly George, Robious; Crystal Elementary schools: Abel, Salem Church; Mitchell Amanda Moody of Wells Early, Elizabeth Scott; Mary Elementary is Chesterfield’s Beth Lowery, Alberta Smith; Elementary School Teacher of Terri Shepherd, Spring Run; the Year. Representing their Jennifer Booker, Swift Creek; schools are: Ashley Carneal, April Maurer, Watkins; Bellwood; Denise Mitchell, Margaret Seitz, Bettie Weaver; Bensley; Cindy Peppers, Beu- Amanda Moody, Wells; lah; Sonya Smith, Bon Air; Gretchen Bassett, WinterKimberly Ehle, Chalkley; Kim pock; and Barbara Schaedel, Corley, Marguerite Christian; Woolridge Kristen Reynolds, Clover Hill; Darlene Lerch, CrenMiddle schools: shaw; Melissa Crim, CrestBen Davis of Bailey Bridge wood; Anne Trask, Curtis; Middle is Chesterfield’s Patty Pippenger, Davis; Cindy Middle School Teacher of Staneart, Ecoff; Sandi Wiley, the Year. Representing their Enon; Kara Collins, Ettrick; schools are: Ben Davis, Carolyn Martin, Evergreen; Bailey Bridge; Jessica Hawkes, Kathy Hicks, Falling Creek; Carver; Amy Prenavo, ElizaKimberly Cundy, Gates; beth Davis; Courtney Wirt, Kathy Snead, Gordon; Kristin Falling Creek; John Ferrucci, McDonald, Grange Hall; Manchester; Evelyn Didlake,
Matoaca; Taylor Bernard, Midlothian; Rebecca Harmon, Providence; Rebecca Propts, Robious; Corey Talbott, Salem Church; Rhea Calfee, Swift Creek; and Don Mugford, Tomahawk Creek. High schools: Paul Daszkiewicz of Meadowbrook High is Virginia’s Region 1 Teacher of the Year, Chesterfield’s Teacher of the Year and Chesterfield’s High School Teacher of the Year. Representing their schools are: Michael Entsminger, Lloyd C. Bird; Deirdra Hairston, — Chesterfield Community; Dana Carson, — Chesterfield Technical Center; Christopher Wahrman, — Clover Hill; Merel Williams, Cosby; Emily Hill, Thomas Dale; Bob Benway, James River; Renee Fernandez, Manchester; Stacy Bradshaw, Matoaca; Paul Daszkiewicz, Meadowbrook; Jim Wilson, Midlothian; and Melinda Carson, Monacan.
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Newspaper’s ties with community only get stronger BY JIM RIDOLPHI Special Correspondent
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hen American author Mark Twain heard his obituary had been published in the New York Journal, he responded with the famous quote, “The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.” The same could be said about the newspaper industry in America. For more than a decade, the death of newspapers has been reported as almost a certainty, and the delivery of news on a one-to-one printed arrangement seemed doomed. But, something strange happened along the way, and newspapers have survived and even flourished in some cases. That revival is partially based on a community relationship that newspapers enjoy, nurture and value. Publishers and editors discovered that amidst the gloom and doom scenarios, the community still valued a publication that covered compelling news and focused on local news. Readers in these communities realized that newspapers do play a valuable role in the fabric of everyday American life. Opening the paper and reading stories about people and places easily recognizable to the community did not go out of style, and many readers expressed a desire to hold that news in their hands. It’s a solemn responsibility that newspapers take seriously, and solid reporting and fact-checking, it seems, are values that do not go out of style. Having a local reporter at government meetings, official events and community activities delivers news on a level that appeals to a community.
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It’s a relationship that provides communities with a voice in the decisions made by publicly elected officials. There’s no doubt that the newspaper business is an evolving industry, and, in some cases, publications have struggled to compete in a “new media” environment. Publications that refused to yield and transform to social media, Internet-delivered news and changing demographics fell by the wayside. The future will present additional challenges for local publications, but the basic premise of the fourth estate remains. Researching and telling important news stories means something to the communities they serve, and --although the delivery system may change or adjust -- the content remains the same. Thankfully, the relationship with the community hasn’t changed, and many consider their hometown newspaper as an informed friend who presents the facts in an unbiased and concise manner. Equally important, the attitude of news editors and publishers hasn’t changed either, and the idea that good journalism will sell itself is alive and well across America. The importance of community involvement is a key element in that equation. Newspapers like the Midlothian Exchange have blended a traditional approach of print journalism with a collection of social media and effective and up-to-date websites to serve their communities. It’s an evolving strategy that most certainly will see changes in the way we deliver the news, but it won’t alter the basic responsibility of the newspaper and its ability to cover and report important community events.
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.
23120 Sept .26 1900 block of Otterdale Road Possible known suspect entered detached garage and stole items at a residence. 11300 block of Weeping Cherry Lane Unknown suspect(s) entered unlocked vehicle. Items were reported stolen. 6900 block of Bears Breech Drive Unknown suspect(s) entered vehicle and stole items at from vehicle at a residence.
Sept. 27 5400 block of Remuda Drive Unknown suspect(s) entered locked vehicle with no signs of forced entry and stole items from vehicle at a residence.
Sept 26 05000 block of Alan Drive A known suspect entered residence without permission and stole items. 800 Boulder Springs Drive Unknown suspect(s) entered and stole items at from vehicle at a residence.
Sept. 27 3200 block of Mill Race Road Victim discovered an unknown suspect attempting to enter her apartment by removing the AC unit. Nothing reported stolen at this time.
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6900 block of Westwood Street Unknown suspect(s) pushed in window AC unit and stole currency at a residence. 5600 block of Hopkins Road Report of larceny -- gas drive-off at a service station.
23831 Sept. 26 12000 block of Chestertowne Road Unknown suspect/s pried open front doors and vandalized interior of business.
3000 block of Brentwood Circle Report of Larceny from of TV’s, Radios, Cameras and Computers at a residence.
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Sept. 30 8100 block of Iron Bridge Road A Dangerous/Vicious Dog was reported at a residence. 2600 block of Mangowood Drive Unknown suspect/s kicked in front door and stole items at a residence.
6400 block of South Beulah RD Unknown suspect(s) pried open doors of four residences. Two residences were vacant. One victim discovered suspect(s) in his residence. Currency, jewelry, TVs, radios, cameras and computers were stolen.
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23235 Sept. 30 10600 block of White Rabbit Road Report of an assault with a cutting instrument was reported at a residence
3900 block of Cogbill Road Unknown suspect/s pushed in screen of open window and stole items at a residence. 11300 block of Corte Castle Road An Abduction of an Adult was reported at a residence.
2200 block of Druid Drive 11300 block of Sunfield Court Unknown suspect(s) broke out rear Sexual battery was reported at a door window and store firearms from residence. a residence.
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Sen. John Watkins, R-10, urged citizens to read and study the proposed amendment to the Virginia Constitution that addresses eminent domain issues. The measure will appear on the Nov. 6 ballot.
he added. After extended meetings with school officials, Gecker said a plan has emerged that will address those school rehabilitation needs. Parks and Recreation as well as transportation also will be involved in the plan to upgrade facilities. “The program that would allow us to rehabilitate the schools on the Priority One list is not inexpensive. Depending on whose numbers you use, it’s somewhere between $240 and $250 million,” Gecker said. “Come January, I’m going to ask our board to advertise at least that two-cent raise. I think it is essential going forward that we take care of our infrastructure and understand that we’ve had, in real terms, a tax decrease in this county of at least 15 percent as assessments have come down. To raise the rate two cents when it’s geared toward a specific program is not a bad thing to do,” Gecker said. State Sen. John Watkins, R-10, also addressed the gathering at the Village Bank Community Room in Midlothian, outlining proposed amendments to the Virginia Constitution that will appear on this year’s ballot. One of those garnering the most attention is an amendment that would alter the state’s approach to the controversial subject of eminent domain. Following a Supreme Court
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decision that established eminent domain issues should be addressed by the states, the Virginia General Assembly began a process to revamp the state’s guidelines. In 2006-2007, the legislature enacted statutes that limited what localities could do with acquired property in addition to the just compensation requirements. “The statute that we did in 2007 provided adequate protections to property owners, but it became evident that some wanted to push it a little bit further,” Watkins told the group. The result is the constitutional amendment that will appear on the ballot on Nov. 6. The proposal states that eminent domain can only be exercised when the property is for public use and where the primary goal is not private gain, benefit, an increase in jobs or increasing tax revenue. Watkins said he thinks that’s a bridge too far. “I think the for-profit element will also eliminate our ability to engage in public-private partnerships for things like road construction.” The senator urged all voters to read and acquaint themselves with the amendment that could have farreaching effects. In order for passage of a constitutional amendment, it must pass in two consecutive sessions of the legislature and then be approved by the voters.
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he Chesterfield County Fair Association has presented four $1,000 scholarships to members of the Class of 2012. Winners year represent four high schools and exhibit a diverse range of abilities and pursuits. Mackenzie Gray graduated from Cosby High School and is attending Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Business, with a goal of opening her own fashion boutique. She said this was a dream that developed through
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her special relationship with her grandmother. Hannah Hoffert is a 2012 graduate of James River High School’s Leadership and International Relations Specialty Center. She is attending Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pa., studying Civil and Environmental Engineering while also being a member of the women’s varsity swim team. According to CCFA secretary, the organization “is very proud of these wonderful graduates and wishes them the very best in their future endeavors.”
Schools and put together the Design for Excellence 2020. In addition to the Oct. 16 session, the School Board will consider the Design for Excellence 2020 at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 23, at the Fulghum Center at 4003 Cogbill Road with Model County Government students; at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 6, in the public meeting room at 10001 Iron Bridge Road; and at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13, in the public meeting room at 10001 Iron Bridge Road, when the School Board is expected to vote on the plan.
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Even with the long term planning, he said if the reduced real estate receipts continue for another year, the county would face additional cuts to the budget. Gecker addressed key issues facing Chesterfield County, including proffers, the Comprehensive Plan, revitalization, schools and other issues affecting the area. After a four-year process, Gecker said the revised Comprehensive Plan is scheduled for board review and approval this month. One of the primary goals in this rework was to make the plan more user-friendly, and allow citizens to easily read and understand the plan. Initially designed to address growth management issues, the revised plan also emphasizes revitalization. “The board takes very seriously the obligation not only to manage growth in the county, but also to maintain the value of what we have,” Gecker said. While the first plan approached the process with a “cookie cutter approach, the revised plan recognizes and addresses differing parts of the counties, each with unique needs.” “It doesn’t shy away from the fact that we are a suburban community,” Gecker said. “It is not a plan that seems to urbanize it, but recognizes the strengths that we have and build on those strengths.” Proffers are a longstanding controversial subject in Chesterfield County, and Gecker indicated it might be time to eliminate them. The current system allows the county to collect fees from developers to mitigate the financial impact of projects on public services and facilities. Clearly indicating that his position did not necessarily reflect a consensus opinion of the board, Gecker said those costs are “real,” but hebelieves the system is broken. The Midlothian representative said he favors a system where developers provide the infrastructure for projects. “If a road needs to be built, zoning will be predicated on that road being built,” Gecker said. “It clearly decreases the value of land, and puts the burden of all future growth on a single class of taxpayer, those with vacant land. I don’t think that’s a fair way to do this.” Gecker also said a two-cent increase in the county’s tax rate is needed to fund a revitalization of county schools. “It is clear that we have -- for a fairly substantial period of time – under-maintained a number of our school facilities,”
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reaths Across America is a national charitable effort that places holiday wreaths on the gravestones of military service members. On Saturday, Oct. 13, the local organization will host the Wreaths Across America Poker Run motorcycle ride that will depart from the Steel Horse Harley-Davidson at 11501 Hull Street Road in Midlothian. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. and the first bike will leave at 10:30 a.m. Rocky Angone is the director for corporate giving for the national Wreaths Across America association. He also started the Central Virginia chapter before handing over the reigns to Jim Biehl, the group’s current director. As Angone said, Wreaths Across America hosts various fundraisers throughout the United States before the holiday season. The funds help local organizations to host local wreath laying
ceremonials, and the most prominent of those events is the one that takes place at Arlington National Cemetery each year. “Wreaths Across America is a national organization,” Angone said. “We lay Christmas wreaths in America and in Europe, and, as far as ceremonies, the big one, obviously, is the one in Arlington every year.” Proceeds from the Poker Run will go towards the purchase of wreaths to be placed on the graves of fallen soldiers during a ceremony that will occur at noon on Saturday, Dec. 15, at Richmond National Cemetery. Mary Biehl is the treasurer of the local Wreaths Across America division and the organizer of Saturday’s event. Biehl has attended the rites with her husband Jim in previous years, and she said the wreath-laying ceremony is an emotional experience. “It’s touching,” Biehl said. “They put together a really nice program.” “Rocky leads it with a
prayer, and my husband has spoken at it. We try to have people who have been veterans themselves there, because these soldiers have given everything for their country.” According to Angone, the date is important because former Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine originally proclaimed that the second Saturday in December would be known as Wreaths Across America Day in the state during his tenure. “Richmond was the first city in the country where it was actually recognized as a special day here in Virginia, and – out of all the states – we lead in that category,” Angone said. Saturday’s motorcycle ride will begin and end at Steel Horse Harley-Davidson, and Biehl said participants will draw cards at various area small businesses. The rider with the best hand at the end will win a prize, which is a 50-50 split, where the winner receives half of the monetary winnings and the other half will go to the charity.
Although Biehl couldn’t share the other locations that riders will travel, she said the total round-trip distance won’t exceed 40 miles. “People won’t know where they’re going until they get there,” Biehl said. “The run itself will probably take an hour to an hour and a half to complete.” Biehl said a few other rewards such as gift cards and
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“Well, we couldn’t do anything in this country without the soldiers who are willing to give up everything for us,” Biehl said. “So, I think it’s important for people to remember them and not to take anything for granted.” The entry fee is $15 per poker hand. For more information, call 804-651-0721.
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utumn is here and area birds will soon migrate toward warmer climates. But, that annual occurrence provides a unique opportunity for local fans of flighted fowl to learn more about bird banding, a tracking method that helps naturalists to follow bird migration patterns. On Saturday, Oct. 13, the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation will host a bird banding demonstration that will leave from Henricus Visitor Center in Chester. Then, participants will travel by van to the Dutch Gap Conservation Area. Mark Battista is the naturalist for Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation who organized Saturday’s class. According to Battista, banding is when a small metal loop is attached to a bird’s leg, which helps naturalists to track its movements. “They put a band on their leg with a number on it, and it’s unique,” Battista said. “The information goes to the U.S. Department of Fish and Wildlife.” “With that information, you can tell where they’ve been, where they’re going or what age they are. It gives us information about migration patterns.” How are naturalists able to attach the straps to the birds’ limbs? Battista said the birds fly into special nets first and the bands are attached to their appendages after they’ve been caught. “They use a net that looks like a volleyball net, but the nets are about 40 feet long, and the netting material is really fine,” Battista said. “The net has three pockets in it, and, when the birds fly into it, they get wrapped up in the pockets.” But, the nets don’t have to be placed at high altitudes. That’s because birds often forage for food at this time of year, which is why they fly into the nets so easily. “The nets are only maybe five feet off the ground, so they can catch them,” Battista said. “There’s no bait or anything like that.” “They just find an active area where birds hang out, and they clear the way for the net. At this time of year, they’re migrating, so they will be everywhere.” Battista said the bands don’t hurt the birds. In fact, they’re so small it’s hard for humans to see them. “Well, without really some good binoculars, you
can’t notice them,” Battista said. “They’re metal, but they’re not snug on the legs, and different sized birds have different sized bands.” Master bird bander Bob Reilly will attend Saturday’s seminar. Battista said Reilly has trained many of the bird banders who operate in Virginia. “Just being in the naturalist field, I’ve known Bob for many years,” Battista said. “I found out that he was a bird bander, and I asked if he would mind doing a demonstration, and (he and his group of apprentice banders have) been doing it for at least 10 years for us.” Participants will travel by foot to a location in the Dutch Gap Conservation area. Battista said they should dress accordingly for the trek, which means they should wear comfortable shoes. “When folks come down, they’ll have to hike down and they get to see how bird banders do it,” Battista said. “And, when they’re done putting the bands on, they will actually release the birds.” Although two bird banding seminars will take place on Saturday, registration is limited for both of them. “There will be between 15 and 18 people in each separate session,” Battista said. The program will give attendees a unique chance to hold wild birds in their hands, if only for a few moments. Blue jays, cardinals, Carolina wrens, mockingbirds and thrashers are just some of the birds Battista said participants might see up-close during the class. Because of that, he shared an important piece of advice for the participants. “Definitely bring a camera, because you’ll regret it if you don’t,” Battista said. “There are a lot of reasons, especially for the kids, and, after they’re done doing the measurements, instead of the researchers releasing them, the kids can release them, so it’s pretty cool.” The bird banding seminar will leave on Saturday, Oct. 13, from the parking lot at the Henricus Visitor Center at 251 Henricus Park Road in Chester. The first seminar will depart by van at 8 a.m. and the second seminar will leave at 9 a.m. Registration is required and will be open through Friday, Oct. 12. Admission is $3 per person. To register, or for more information about the program, call Mark Battista at 804-318-8735.
display reptiles and creepy crawlies while educators from the Alliance of Wild Animal Rehabilitators will present educational programs centered around their animal friends including an owl, opossum and more. CONTRIBUTED REPORT Children will have the opportunity he Friends of Pocahontas State to handle gooey sensations, eat yummy Park is sponsoring a creepy treats, decorate a pumpkin and enjoy a fun event at Pocahontas State wagon or barrel train ride. Park from 6 to 9 p.m. on Volunteers and park staff will stage a Saturday, Oct. 13. trunk-or-treat so children are encourPark after Dark is a fundraising opaged to wear costumes. portunity for the Friends group and is Trunk-or-treat is a safe way for a night filled with fun activities for the children to trick-or-treat by going trunk entire family. to trunk. Off the Arc, an exotic pet store, will Park after Dark will be held through-
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he Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, in partnership with the Chesterfield Department of Parks and Recreation, presents programs in support of homeschooling families. These programs, designed for all grade levels, are fun and engaging while covering specific learning objectives. Discovering Chesterfield’s Past – 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, Oct. 12, at the Chesterfield Museum at 6813 Mimms Loop in Chesterfield. This program addresses life in rural Chesterfield long ago with a visit to a country store, a tour of the
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the Midlothian Junior he 31st Annual Woman’s Club donates the Midlothian Vilproceeds from the festival lage Day Festival to local charities. Proceeds and Craft Fair, support the Cinderella sponsored by the nonDreams Project and are profit Midlothian Junior donated to commuWoman’s Club, will be held nity organizations such as from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Richmond Friends of the Saturday, Oct. 20, at the Homeless, Warren’s Hope Midlothian Middle School (a nonprofit group dedicaton Midlothian Turnpike. ed to helping children with All activities are outspecial medical needs), the doors, and the event is held YWCA women’s shelter, rain or shine. and Meals on Wheels. More than 10,000 people The Midlothian Junior have visited the festival Woman’s Club also will throughout the day. be hosting a raffle/silent As a member of the auction table at the festival General Federation of and invites local businesses Women’s Clubs, the world’s to help members in their largest nonprofit women’s efforts to raise money to service organization, support local charities. CONTRIBUTED REPORT
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Courthouse Green and a lesson on Chesterfield’s role in the Revolution. Chesterfield Coal – 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, Oct. 26, at Midlothian Mines Park at 13301 North Woolridge Road in Midlothian. Tour the site of the first commercial coal mines in North America while learning of the impact this industry had on the region. This activity addresses geology and coal mining. The cost is $5 for children 6 and older. There is no fee for adults. Reservations for these programs can be made by visiting the Chesterfield Historical Society website at www.chesterfieldhistory.com and
using PayPal. For details, call Bryan Truzzie at 804-751-4946 or truzzieb@chesterfield.gov The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia serves as the center for Chesterfield history. Established in 1981 as a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, its mission is to collect, preserve, interpret and promote the county’s unique past for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations. For more information on CHSV, or to volunteer, visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com, on Facebook at www. facebook.com/ChesterfieldHistory or call 804-796-7121.
The tournament is named for the late Jim Bourque, the founder of Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Crime Solvers. Connor said Bourque, who passed away only a few months ago, was a lieutenant colonel for the Chesterfield County Police Department. As Connor said, sanctioned and nonsanctioned bowlers will only compete against other competitors who share their respective skill levels. “Sanctioned bowlers include people who do tournaments and already have an (established) average, so they have an advantage over non-sanctioned bowlers,” Connor said. “So, we split it into two groups.” Connor said the sanctioned bowlers will play for monetary prizes, and those amounts may vary based upon the number of those bowlers who participate in the contest. Non-sanctioned bowlers will play for trophies. If children who are already sanctioned bowlers win as part of a team, their winnings will be awarded in the form of a scholarship instead of a cash prize.
The tournament is a noted occasion, because it will mark the debut of the Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Crime Solvers’ new mascot, Watson. Watson will be used in the group’s future promotional campaigns. “We’ll have Watson, our mascot, who is a tree frog, and he’ll make his debut at the bowling tournament,” Connor said. “This will be his first time to be seen by the public.” Door prizes and a 50-50 raffle, where half of the winnings go to the ticket holder and the other half goes back to the organization, will round out the day’s activities. Connor said the event will be such an enjoyable time for sanctioned and non-sanctioned bowlers alike. “It’s all about the fun and the atmosphere and knowing that it’s going towards a great cause,” Connor said. Registration is $30 per person, or $120 per team, which includes three games of bowling, shoe rental and a pizza. For more information, call 804-7481278 or visit http://crimesolvers.net/.
recently earned an America’s Promise all children experience the fundamental Alliance 100 Best Communities for Young People award for the sixth time in as promises they need to succeed. Those many opportunities”, Dr. Newsome said. Five Promises are: Caring Adults, Safe Chesterfield County is among only six Places, A Healthy Start, Effective Educalocalities in Virginia to receive the distion, and Opportunities to Help Others. “I was especially honored to introduce tinction in 2012, and one of only about Mrs. Powell because Chesterfield County a dozen to have earned the recognition
each time it was awarded. Mrs. Powell’s remarks about her life growing up in Alabama and stories about women who have changed the lives of others inspired the Women’s Leadership Initiative members to ensure that more young people explore their full potential and Promise.
those rewards are generated through fundraising, and that’s where public help becomes necessary. “Well, since we’re a nonprofit, we don’t get funds from government agencies, so the participation from the public is the only way that we get funds to pay out the reward requests,” Connor said. And, bowlers should know that because Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Crime Solvers is completely operated by volunteer personnel, all of the proceeds raised during the tournament will benefit the group’s community educational needs and its reward program. “After we have paid the fees to the bowling alley, everything else is 100 percent towards the organization,” Connor said. “We really don’t have any maintenance because the board of directors is all-volunteer.” “But, we also have scholastic clubs in the middle schools in the area, so it goes back to help the children and towards paying requests. And, we get up to $3,000 per month in requests.”
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out the park and registration is required by calling the park office at 804-796-4255. The cost is $6 per person and $18 for a family of four or more. Only cash and checks will be accepted for payment. Admission fee goes to the Friends of Pocahontas to support park programs. Other sponsors include Chesterfield Tractor Club and the Chesterfield Berry Farm. The Friends of Pocahontas is a Citizen Support Organization made-up of volunteers that have a special interest in supporting projects and programs for the park. CSO organizes special events, raises money, schedules workdays and partners with local businesses.
American Legion Post 186 will present a Bingo Event and Vendor Show at 901 Otterdale Rd. in Midlothian. Doors open at 2 p.m. and games start at 3 p.m. Prizes include gift cards, vendor’s choice and gift baskets. RSVP is required as seating is limited. Concessions will be open. No outside food or drink will be allowed. For more information, contact Ann Robins at 804-794-9785 or email post186brick@yahoo.com. A multi-reunion for the Thomas Dale High School classes of 1969-1975 is scheduled from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. at the Cultural Center of India in Chester. For more information, contact Kathy Dosier Canada at 804-241-2811 or at tdknightreunion@verizon.net. An Agile Writers workshop is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. at Martin’s Food Market at 11361 Midlothian Turnpike in Richmond. The title of the seminar is “The First Sixty Pages” presented by writing coach Greg Smith. The cost is $29. For more information, visit http://writersclub.us.
SUNDAY, OCT. 14 The Bon Air Volunteer Fire Department/Station 4 will hold its annual open house from 1 to 4 p.m. in recognition of Fire
Prevention Week. Station 4 is located at 2600 Polo Parkway behind the Bellgrade Shopping Center. This year’s theme is “Have 2 Ways Out.” The open house emphasizes keeping your family safe by providing a fire safety questionnaire for children; experiencing Chesterfield’s Smoke House simulator so that children and adults can better understand the effects of fire and smoke; using the 911 simulator; and a CO2 demonstration. Families can get on a fire engine, pick up fire safety brochures and enter into a drawing for prizes. The open house is free and open to the public.
TUESDAY, OCT. 16 The Jubilation Senior Adult Community Choir will present a free concert at 11 a.m. at Salisbury Presbyterian Church at 13621 W. Salisbury Road in Midlothian. The music varies from sacred and secular to patriotic and show tunes. For more information, call the church office at 794-5311.
SATURDAY, OCT. 20 The Chesterfield County Public Library and the Friends of the Chesterfield County Public Library will present the annual Teen Read Week Masquerade from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Central Library. The theme
for this year’s masquerade is “Once Upon a Time,” featuring dancing, games, food, a photo booth, door prizes and a jousting game. A NOOK Tablet will be awarded as a grand prize. Attire is formal, semi-formal or costume, and masks are encouraged for everyone. This program is for middle and high school students. Register online at library.chesterfield. gov. For more information, call 804-751-4401.
SATURDAY, OCT. 27 Agile Writers will sponsor “Marketing Demographics for Your Book” from 1 to 3 p.m. at Martin’s Food Market at 2250 John Rolfe Parkway in Richmond. Seating is limited to 50 people. To register, visit http://tinyurl.com/agilewriters01 or for more information, go to http://writersclub.us.
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meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 11601 Lucks Lane in Midlothian. For more information, call 804-378-0035 or visit www. FACESVA.org. Bridge is played from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at St. Mark’s Church at 11551 Lucks Lane in Midlothian. Players of all levels are welcome. No advance sign-up is required. Call Carol at 804-5940995 for more information. The Al-Anon meeting Awaken to Hope meets at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays at St. John Neumann Catholic Church at 2480 Batterson Road in Powhatan.
FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAYS The Bon Air Baptist Church Moms of Tots to Teens (MOTTS) group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at 2531 Buford Road. All moms are welcome. Preschool childcare is available. Meeting topics include Christian parenting, self-defense skills, home organization and fall crafts. For more information, contact Loretta Sherwood at tiandlo@aol.com. MOTTS will not meet Thursday, Dec. 20 or April 4.
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On Monday, Oct. 15, Millwood School will host its annual Golf Classic at Brandermill Country Club, with all proceeds benefitting the students at Millwood School. Registration includes a box lunch, beverages on the course, and an awards dinner.
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The Millwood School in western Chesterfield County will host an Admissions Open House at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 16. Parents are invited to visit and learn more about the Millwood School, which is located adjacent to the Woodlake community. The school offers grades junior kindergarten through 12. The event will include a brief informational session, a guided tour of the campus and a time to ask questions particular to your child. For more information, go to www.millwoodschool.org or call 804-639-3200.
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The DAV Mobile Service Office will be available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 16, at Disabled American Veterans, Al Bartraw Chapter #50, at 6221 Newby’s Bridge Road in Chesterfield. Counseling and claim filing assistance will be offered. Like all DAV services, help from the Mobile Service Office is free to all veterans and members of their families. For more information, contact NSO F. Gidget Rizzo at 540-597-1731.
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100 from page 1 Although Leidheiser said she has not encountered a large population of local residents who are over 100, she said she has spoken to a few on the phone while executing her duties as senior advocate. “They don’t come to the office, but I get a lot of calls from older adults,� Leidheiser said. As Leidheiser said, the main reason why it’s difficult to determine exactly how many citizens are older than 100 is that the available United States Census data isn’t specific enough. That is, the sample only keeps track of U.S. residents based on ranges of ages, which doesn’t tell how much older than 85 senior citizens might be. “The census data only provides the number of seniors that are 85 years and older, and that’s why we don’t have a good idea,� Leidheiser said. “But, we’re interested in identifying them and doing some recognition for them.� Seniors are living longer than ever before. Leidheiser attributed the longer lifetimes of older adults to a variety of factors. “I guess it’s just good nutrition and the way that they’ve taken care of themselves over their life spans,� Leidheiser said. “But, it could also be good genes and luck.� After Leidheiser locates the would-be centenarians, she said she plans to write letters to government officials on their behalves. For that reason, she said it would be ideal if seniors who are approaching their hundredth birthdays or their loved ones completed their applications at least two months before those dates arrive. “They need to fill out the application and send it
in two months before their birthdays, and we would contact the White House greeting center to get a letter from the President for them and ask the Virginia legislative delegation to recognize them on their birthdays,� Leidheiser said. “From there, it depends on the person and what they want to do.� “If the family is having a party, we could show up with those letters, or if they want us to take it to them in a facility, we could do that. But, considering what district they’re in, we would send (their legislators) a letter and information on the person and request a letter for them or a certificate in reference to their birthday.� And Leidheiser said she wanted to make it clear that centenarians don’t have to nominate themselves. “Anybody can nominate somebody – a neighbor, a friend, a family member, a caregiver or a facility,� Leidheiser said. When asked what it means for someone to celebrate a landmark such as living to be 100, Leidheiser said anyone who lives that long deserves recognition. “I think they hold the key to quality of life, and – not only can we recognize them – but we can also learn from them,� Leidheiser said. To nominate yourself or a centenarian that you know, submit a completed application along with proof of age and proof of Chesterfield County residence no more than two months before the centenarian’s birthday. For more information or for an application, call 804-768-7878 or visit http:// chesterfield.gov/seniorservices.
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Cyclists Coralyn Good (front) and Leigh Anne Smith (back), conquer the hills and curves offered by Robious road in Midlothian during the Martin’s Tour of Richmond on Saturday. The event drew about 1,000 bicyclists from as far away as Massachusetts and Washington State.
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n a humid, late August Sunday morning, during a relentless pouring rain, a group of guys begin their journey back to glory. They range from 18 to 31 years old, some have lost a step or two with age, yet some have not reached their prime. Be it age, a bum knee or past off-the-field troubles, this group of 80 men have pride and determination on their side. They are here for the love of a game that is by all accounts king of the spectator sports, all in hopes of winning a championship and maybe even clearing a new path for themselves. Meet the Richmond
Venom, a new semi-pro football team gearing up for its inaugural 2013 season. They are a mix of former high school athletes from Manchester, Clover Hill, Midlothian, L.C. Bird, Cosby, and even Amelia and Matoaca, all with one goal in mind — to win. The Venom will be new members to the Southern Virginia Division of the ACFA, the Atlantic Coast Football Alliance. Though regular season schedules have not yet been set, the upcoming season will comprise of 8-10 regular season games plus playoffs, and a championship. ACFA rules comply with those of the National Football League, including a 60-minute game clock, a 40-second play clock, rules of the game and field
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Richmond Venom owner Michael Wilson (right) looks on as former Clover Hill running back Dimitri Evans (left) signs a commitment contract to play for the Venom in 2013.
dimensions. River City Sports-plex (formerly SportsQuest) in Chesterfield will be where the Venom are scheduled to play their home games, the first of which is slated to be held the first week in March. The idea for the Venom began over a year ago when Team Owner/Head Coach Michael Wilson decided that
he wanted to create a local football team that was more than just a beer league, where guys drive up on game day, dig their helmet and pads out of the car truck, and go at it. He realized that that through a proper semi-pro team, more players from the Central Virginia area might reach VENOM page 9
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he Central Virginia Hurricanes AAU 14U football team remains undefeated after surging past the defending state champion Good Shepherd Baptist Church Spirits
22-6. Hurricanes quarterback Preston Hutchinson threw for over 200 yards and a touchdown pass to Malik Mars-Scott. Running back Darryl Delaney rushed for over 100 yards and added 2 touch downs. The Spirits only score came in the closing seconds on the first half as QB Terrence Coleman threw a Hail-Mary to WR Anthony Brown who tipped the ball to himself and ran in for a score. The 5-0 Hurricanes, nationally ranked in AAU polls, have secured sole possession of first place in the state 14U AAU rankings. Their next game will be Oct 13th at home against Rich City Spiders. This game will be played at River City Sportsplex (formerly SportsQuest). Kick-off is 2:30p.m.
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Renaissance Man: Clover Hill’s musically inclined Eric Bianchi carries a 4.39 grade-point average and plays violin for the Chamber Orchestra when he isn’t competing in cross country for the Cavaliers.
Cross Country runner making sweet music for Clover Hill Cavaliers fall 41-7 to Manchester
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Manchester’s Devin Cunningham (left) sprints through the Cavalier secondary on his way to a touchdown, as Clover Hill’s Kyle Flaherty (center) and Deron Tyler (right) give chase.
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which had only given up a total of 10 points in their previous two games, was igh school football is all a dominating presence even without about defense. Coaches are Fisher. After beginning the first quarter Manchester 7 20 14 0 — 41 often fond of saying that by holding the Cavaliers to three plays Clover Hill 0 0 0 7 — 7 offense wins games but and out, Manchester opened their first M— Brathwaite 74 pass from Muto (McFadden kick) defense wins titles. Stop the other team offensive series at their own 43-yard M — Brathwaite 64 pass from from scoring, and you can’t lose. line. On their very first play on offense, Moss (McFadden kick) The Manchester Lancers almost senior quarterback Wes Muto’s pass was M— Corey 10 run (McFadden managed to do just that that last Friday intercepted by the Cavalier’s Darius Polk kick) night when the Lancers visited Clover who was tackled at the Manchester 47M — Duhart 20 pass from Moss (kick failed) Hill on their turf. In a matchup of Doyard line. But once again Manchester’s M — Moss 4 run (McFadden kick) minion District rivals the Manchester defense bottled up Clover Hill, surdefense held the Cavaliers scoreless until rendering a mere one yard of offense the closing seconds of the fourth quarto Sean O’Hare’s Kelly Green and Gold ter, while its offense ran up more than clad Cavaliers, forcing O’Hare to once sive back, and was second on the team 450 yards en route to a 41-7 victory. again call on the punting unit. in tackles with 19. His 104 tackles in The game was supposed to have This time, unlike his first punt of 2010 for Clover Hill are thought to be a marked the return of former Cavalier the night that traveled just 27 yards, season school record. linebacker Holland Fisher, who sat Mitchell DeShane angled a near-perfect In the end, Fisher’s absence proved out with a hip injury. A Virginia Tech not to be a factor in the game’s outcome. kick that went out of bounds at the pledge, Fisher had spent the last three Manchester 3 yard line, setting up a first “Fisher wasn’t even on the field, but years at Clover Hill on a waiver because the rest of these guys showed up toand ten for the Lancers deep in their of family he had who attended the night,” said Manchester head coach Tom own territory. school. He returned to his home school Hall. “We’re pretty young on defense but Three plays later, on first down and Manchester at the end of 2011. The 6-1 they came and we’ve gotten better every 10 at their own 21 yard line, Muto 200- pound senior made the transition week and that’s all you can ask.” CAVALIERS page 9 this season from linebacker to defenFrom the onset, the Lancer’s defense,
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lover Hill’s Eric Bianchi is a serious violinist, but you won’t catch him fiddling around on the running trails. The musically-inclined senior has flashed a hip-hop beat with his feet while emerging as one of the area’s most improved harriers. “You could see it in Eric’s work ethic, his off-season training” said Cavaliers coach Jim Wahrman. “It’s been a year-long determination.” A second-generation American of Italian ancestry, the son of Nino and Patricia Bianchi was middle-of-thepack last fall, finishing 24th in Dominion District, 75th at Regions. He was a modest fifth among Cavaliers in the Dominion meet. Since then, mediocrity has been left choking in his dust. In his final go-round in green and gold, Bianchi has whittled nearly a minute off his best 2011 times for the 3.1-cross country distance. “I made a big decision to quit soccer; that was the turning point,” said the 5-91/2, 147-pounder. “Once I decided to focus on just one sport, my times began to fall.” MUSIC page 9
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CAVALIERS from page 8 connected with wide receiver Miles Brathwaite on a 74-yard touchdown. Colin McFadden’s point after was good for the 7-0 lead. Brathwaite’s number would be called on again late in the first half. With 5:06 to play and a first and ten at their own 36, quarterback Ty Moss, who had injured his shoulder two weeks prior in the game with L.C. Bird, came off the bench to connect with Brathwaite on a 64-yard score. The PAT made it 14-0. Manchester would score twice more before the end of the half. Sophomore running back Troy Corey scampered for a 10-yard score, and Moss connected with wide out Jonathan Duhart on a 20-yard touchdown. The PAT failed, but Manchester went in at the half with a 27-0 lead. “We’ve got some great receivers,” said Moss. Miles [Brathwaite] and Devin [Cunningham] and I have been together for a long time and I’ve got great chemistry with them.” The Lancers (3-2, 2-1) scored on six of their 10 possessions. Doing most of the damage for the Manchester offense was Brathwaite, who led the Lancers with 173 receiving yards on 4 receptions and scored two of Manchester’s six touchdowns in the win. Moss completed 5 of 7 passes for 168 yards to lead
years old, and if they are still in high school, they must fulfill their high school athletic obligations before they may play for the Venom. “I’m not going to interfere 1. Are there any local players on the Venom with their high school athletroster? Yes. Steven White, ics,” Wilson said. “I have kids Brandon Gough, Teon of my own and school and Lewis, Willie Pugh, Jeffrey education always comes first.” Messenger, Josh Mann, The Richmond Venom Denzel Bragg, (Manchester), Dimitri Evans, Rashon is registered with the state Davis, and Michael Wilson as a 501c3 non-profit. As a (Clover Hill), Willie Belvin non-profit, the entire staff (Midlothian), and John of Venom coaches, board of Ryan Taylor (Cosby). directors and yes even the owner volunteer all of their 2. What’s next for the Venom? Off-season time to the organization conditioning begins today meaning that 100% of the and the team’s first offfunds raised throughout the season practice will be year are used strictly for the held on Saturday at River team and also for its commuCity Sportsplex. All Venom practice sessions are free nity efforts. and open to the public. “We are proud to say that we are a 100% volunteer orga3. How can I find out nization,” said Wilson. more? To learn more you The team pays for some can visit www.richmondvenom.com or contact the expenses such as travel, away team at info@richmondgame meals, hotel, jerseys, venom.com pants, belt, socks, and officiating, but players are responsible for their own equipment hard to get a look from some as far as helmet and pads. of these teams. It’s our aim to Wilson said the team’s give players an opportunity sponsors include, Sports Gear, to develop their skills, play in Renegade Athletics, Glory game situations and create Days Grill, Silva Painting, and a body of work that can be Wing Command. shopped to agents and scouts.” “It’s not about money, Players must be at least 18
it’s for the love of the game,” Team Vice-President and Defensive Head Coach Derek Chisholm said. “It’s to try to help these young men get to bigger and better. Football is based on one thing — fundamentals,” he said. “You can be fast, you can be strong, but if you’re not fundamentally sound, you’re not going to be a successful ballplayer or successful in life. It’s not just about football we want to help them in life in general.” Wilson went on to talk about the Venom code of conduct and creating a family atmosphere. “We have a team code of conduct. We want families to come, so we don’t allow cheap shots or bad language. Profanity is not allowed on our team. Not in practices, not in games. We don’t tolerate it. It’s going to be clean football,” Wilson said. “We strive for perfection not only on the football field, but within our community as well. We are committed to making our community a better place through our community works and emphasis on mentoring young athletes. As our organization continues to grow, so will our commitment to giving back to the community.”
the Lancers through the air. He also carried the football three times for 15 yards. Morales led the way on the ground, rushing nine times for 95 yards. Duhart pulled down four passes for 68 yards and Devin Cunningham had one catch for 53. “I think it was a great effort on all three phases,” Hall said. “We were down actually to our number three QB tonight in Muto. Brandon Allen has been out since Monacan, and Ty hurt himself against Bird. We didn’t want to have to play Ty tonight. Wes did a nice job coming in then Ty said he felt like he could play so he came in and did outstanding. Miles had a huge night, actually the whole receiving corps. It was a great team effort.” Manchester opened the second half with a six play, 55-yard drive, capped by a quarterback sneak from 4-yards out by Mss. The PAT made it 34-0 with 11:53 left in the third quarter.
and I’m proud to be their coach.” Keenen Griffith led the Lancers on defense with 9.5 tackles and a sack. Meanwhile, Clover Hill was led on offense by Robinson who completed 8 of 14 passes for 60 yards. Robinson also ran the ball 23 times for 34 yards. This week Manchester will travel to Cosby for a dominion district showdown while Clover Hill is on the road at James River in another matchup of Dominion District teams.. Both games are 7:30 p.m. kick-offs.
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Clover Hill (1-4, 1-2) had two possessions in the third quarter, collecting 47 yards rushing on seven carries, and a 16-yard pass completion but were unable to dent the scoreboard. Manchester’s Carlos Morales meanwhile added to the Lancers’ final score with 5:01 to play in the third, rumbling 53 yards for a touchdown. With 15.6 left to play in the game and facing Manchester’s defensive reserves, the Cavaliers Reed Haubert pulled down a 22-yard pass from sophomore Kendrick Robinson to prevent the Manchester shut-out. DeShane’s PAT made the final 41-7. “We’re six turnovers away this season from being 5 and 0,” said Hall. “This effort is a tribute to our kids and their character and I told them this yesterday. They could have easily packed it in and felt sorry for themselves after the loss at Bird, but they keep on coming to work every day. They are just a resilient group
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MUSIC from page 8 Until last year, it had been soccer first (Richmond Kickers center-midfielder), running a distant second. Reversing that pecking order has resulted in these performances, scurrying over hill ‘n’ dale: Won multi-school showcase at Collegiate in 17:18, out-legging a field of 106 in Goochland. Placed 10th out of 112 in 16:27 on a 3.0 mile course at Fork Union. Was 45th of 347 in 17:17 on a steamy day at Oatlands in Northern Virginia. In field of 171 at Maymont Festival, ran 16:53, finishing 42nd. Away from racing, Bianchi is President of his senior class, posting a 4.39 gradepoint average and scoring more than On my iPod – Ska, Eminem, 1,300 (out of 1,600) Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hip on SATs. Hop. Another of his campus claims to The thing I like best about cross country? I like how it’s fame is strumming a team sport. Track is more the violin in the about the individual. I like the school’s Chamber camaraderie of distance runOrchestra. ning. “I had some Favorite Number – 17. It was friends who played my number when I played the violin and soccer. thought it was kind of cool,” he said. “I If I could have one Super started in about fifth Power – The ability to fly. grade and it just Person I admire most stuck.” – My dad. He’s a hard worker. Bianchi’s up There’s not a lot of quit in tempo as a runner him. I hope I have some of his has been music to the qualities. CHHS track coach’s ears, too. Last spring, in what amounted to his coming out party in shorts, Bianchi raced a powerful leg on the Cavaliers’ Central Region runner-up (to Mills Godwin) 4-by-800 relay. The fab four of Bianchi, Patrick Thomas, Mike Wertz and Joe Eck was 11th in the State, posting a best of 7:58, and qualified for Scholastic Nationals in New York City. Bianchi, who plans to major in engineering (possibly Virginia Tech) while continuing to run in college, is confident he made the right choice in sports. “In soccer, you really don’t have to be big,” he said. “But in running, size makes almost no difference … you can be small and still kick tail.” Since last year, Bianchi has added a layer of muscle hoisting iron at ACAC and has sprouted nearly two inches. Asked if the added height helped him run faster, he couldn’t help but chuckle. “No,” he said, blue eyes twinkling, “hard work is what makes you run faster.”
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