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Vol. 11 No. 25 FEBRUARY 28, 2009 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2014 THURSDAY,

IN THE COMMUNITY ‘Refuse To Be A Victim’ crime prevention seminar COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Dunlop House Assisted Living & Specialized Alzheimer’s Care will host “Refuse To Be A Victim” from 1-5 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, at Dunlop House, located at 235 Dunlop Farms Boulevard. “Refuse To Be A Victim” is a seminar full of crime prevention and personal safety strategies you can use to develop your own safety plan. Information will be given about home, automobile, phone, technology, personal safety — and more. This event is being sponsored by Dunlop House & TAC-Solutions. The cost is $45 per person. The event is open to teenagers and adults. Please register by contacting D e e D e e Va n B u r e n a t Deedee@Tac-Solutions.com or by calling 804-874-2343.

A world of difference Passionate about helping senior citizens age in their own homes, Corliss Williams opens a ‘home care’ center

City surplus inventory public ‘yard sale’ COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The city of Colonial Heights will hold a public “yard sale” of surplus inventory from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 1, inside the old Courthouse, located at 401 Temple Ave. Items will include chairs, desks, file cabinets, and data processing equipment. This sale will be cash and carry only. Please be prepared to remove any item you purchase immediately. The city will not provide any equipment to move items. For more information, contact Larry Melvin, purchasing agent, at 520-9333, or by email at melvinl @colonialheightsva.gov .

Lecture series continues March 12 COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Historical Society continues its 2014 Lecture Series on Wednesday, March 12. “The Raid That Wasn’t — The Alligator and the Appomattox River Raid” will be presented by historian Scott Williams at 7 p.m. March 12 inside the large meeting room of the Colonial Heights Public Library, located at 1000 Yacht Basin Drive. Williams is a military historian with the Chesterfield Historical Society. All lectures are presented by the Colonial Heights Historical Society and take place on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the large meeting room at the Colonial Heights Public Library. All lectures in the series are free and open to the general public.

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Understanding the need for personalized, home care services for senior citizens, Corliss Williams opened a branch of ComForcare Senior Services in September 2013. The business serves the Tri-City area.

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ou don’t know until it happens to you. Realizing the truth behind that phrase led Corliss Williams from quieter retirement plans to running a center that offers home care services to seniors. At first, Williams, who lives in Chester, retired from a longtime job at a telephone company and dabbled in retail and substitute teaching. Things changed when her mother-in-law took a turn for the worst. The 74-year-old had lived on her own for some time, and even played tennis. But the red flags started showing after she took a fall. “It started with the bills, and Corliss Williams op then she wasn’t eating really well,” ened a branch of Co mForcare in her ho Williams said. me in September 20 13. When her mother-in-law began she said. “Your home is eating out of cans and then putting the where you thrive. And it is the difference this year. cans back in the refrigerator, Williams One type of caregiver, who is available between one person taking care of ten knew something had to be done. 24 hours a day every day of the year, can people and that person getting individu“You don’t realize that they are deteriperform services that involve touching a alized attention.” orating,” Williams said. “When you are person, such as bathing or providing So the 58-year-old chucked retirement close to a situation, it is easier to be in assistance in and out of a wheelchair. and opened up a branch of ComForcare denial.” Other types of caregivers, called comhome care in September 2013. The busiWilliams said she knew the need for panions, can do light housework, medicaness she runs out of her home serves the personalized, home services went beyond tion reminders, meal preparation, among Tri-City area. Founded in Bloomfield, just her mother-in-law. “If we can help and keep them in their Mich., the company has 145 franchise Please see HOME CARE, Page 3 owners and plans to add 40 new locations homes, it makes a world of difference,”

- Ted Williams, community volunteer Ted Williams sees volunteering as a way to give back to the city he loves. For 26 years, the 58-year-old has served Colonial Heights in numerous positions in academics and recreational sports.

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What sort of volunteer activities do you do?

Well, I’m the junior governor of the Colonial Heights Moose Lodge; we have dances and bingo twice a week to fund efforts such as scholarships and we give to the library. I’m in the

Colonial Heights Quarterback Club. I’ve been in that for 26 years; and I have been in the Colonial Heights Soccer Association for 26 years. Another place I help is the schools.

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What is the Quarterback Club?

The Quarterback Club is a volunteer organization that does concessions in the city. We take that money and give it to the youth in the city. The Colonial Heights Soccer Association does the same thing with scholarships for kids in the

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Where do you find the time?

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Do you ever get overwhelmed?

I’m retired so I have time. When I retired it opened up the daytime to where I could help out in the schools. city. I’ve been refereeing high school soccer and the recreation league for 14 years.

Why do you volunteer?

I had a good education and I had a good environment

in this city. They gave me a lot so I want to give to them. Everything I have received from the city is so positive. My son took culinary arts for four years at the high school which is how he learned to be a chef. Now he is the head chef at Wabi Sabi. So we are grateful to this city.

I never get tired of it. I’m excited every time I go to the Moose Lodge whether we have dinner or bingo. Even after 26 years I’m still excited.

For the past 26 years, Ted Williams has served Colonial Heights in numerous volunteer positions in community organizations, recreational sports and city schools.

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Snowflake Ball: Party of the year for Area 16 athletes & friends

ust the mention of snowflakes could send some shivering in the wake of a very cold, snowy winter. But a recent gathering of hundreds of area athletes for the Special Olympics produced a heartwarming event. The Snowflake Ball is a special night for the athletes in the Area 16 Special Olympics. Last month, volunteers and members of the Area 16 Special Olympics, which serves the Tri-City area, transformed the American Legion Post 284 into a winter wonderland for the annual event. Hundreds of snowflakes dangled from the ceiling, runway lights lined the stage and young to middle-aged athletes entered in ballgowns and tuxedos through a decorated arch. Within an hour, the dance floor was standing room only as athletes danced with family members and dates. Special Olympic athlete Eddie Martin looks forward to the ball every year as a night that he and his long-time girlfriend, who he met at the Special Olympics casino night over a decade ago, get to spend time together. The ball has become an annual reason that his girlfriend travels from Farmville. “There’s the prom for the high school students, but there is never a dance for children or adults with intellectual disabilities,” said Fred Lowery, the co-coordinator of the event. “The first words out of the majority of the kids’ mouths is ‘you are doing this next year, right?’ And it’s not just teenagers, it’s adults in their 30s, 40s, and 50s.” The decade-old event started out with just 30 athletes, but now has spilled over into the larger American Legion facility with 145 athletes and about 300 total attendees. Some residents in group homes as far away as Richmond travel to Colonial Heights to attend the ball. The crowning of a king and queen picked from a random drawing ends the event that — for organizers and attendees — is a day-long adrenaline rush. Private donations plus proceeds collected from the Helping Hands Carnival put on by the Oak Grove United Methodist Church helped fund the event. Carol Morgan with the church said that a portion of the $10,000 carnival proceeds go toward the Snowflake Ball. The Snowflake Ball is a wonderful event for hundreds of Special Olympics athletes and their families. And like winter, it will be back again next year.

Grants seek to preserve church buildings

he Cameron Foundation has launched a new grants program that could go a long way in preserving the architectural and spiritual history of our community. Typically, The Cameron Foundation — which was formed due to the sale of Petersburg’s public hospital — has focused its grants on health and social service initiatives. But the new grant program is intended to help churches maintain their physical facilities and to preserve important landmark buildings for future generations in the Tri-Cities. The new program is one of the few such being offered by foundations nationally. “To my knowledge, The Cameron Foundation’s support for historic religious buildings is one of very few such efforts nationally,” President J. Todd Graham said in a statement. Graham said the foundation recognizes historic buildings used for more than just regular worship services. “They also play an essential role in providing space for community-serving programs, equally significant as contributors to the historic fabric of the region,” Graham said. The foundation researched sacred landmark grant programs throughout the nation as part of the development of this new program. To be eligible for the grant: the structure must be located within the foundation’s service area; it must have been originally constructed as a religious institution; it must be owned by a religious institution and actively used for religious services; and it must be listed on the state or national register of historic places or designated historic by local laws. Additionally, only exterior preservation projects are eligible for the grants. According to Risha Stebbins, senior program officer with The Cameron Foundation, the maximum grant award will be $25,000. The foundation has two competitive grant cycles in 2014. A recent survey by the foundation found that historic preservation of churches is important. The Petersburg area has many historic churches and now a new grant program will help to preserve those historic and spiritual landmarks that are important to the quality of life in our community.

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Why our region wins with a new U.S. Route 460

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To the Editor: Vital highway networks are central to thriving regional economies. Building the new Commonwealth Connector, the U.S. 460 Bypass project, is a critical project for the future of our region. Economic studies on the relationship between highways and economic development conclude significant economic benefits due to travel efficiencies, strategic economic development plans, tourism, and the attraction of new service businesses. The new Route 460 will enhance the offerings our communities currently enjoy by providing a four-lane, limited-access highway linking our region directly with Hampton Roads. Simply stated, our region wins with the development of the Commonwealth Connector. But, why? • Job creation. Our communities, like many across our country, have faced some tough years recently. The construction of the project is estimated to generate an annual average of $559 million and more than 4,000 jobs. Long-term job creation is estimated at more than 14,000. These jobs represent tangible opportunities for our families. • Attraction of new businesses. Businesses such as hotels, gas stations, retail stores and restaurants often cluster around interchanges to better serve local residents and motorists. The Project’s economic impact report estimated that local governments on the corridor will receive tax benefits of $3.7 million annually. • Tourism. Our tourism base depends upon accessibility. Transportation investment helps increase tourist volume, length of stay and spending per visitor. Ease of access, multiple access points, reliable road conditions and reduced congestion play significant roles in attracting visitors to our variety of attractions. • Strategic economic development. Our business community relies on an efficient transportation network to be successful. This direct connection of

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Route 460 between Interstate 295 in Petersburg and the Route 58 Bypass in Suffolk will provide a critical link to our region, boosting the potential for significant growth in assets such as the Prince George Commerce Park. The total annual economic impact of the Project is estimated to reach more than $7 billion. • Connections for our military. The Tri-Cities region is fortunate to host Fort Lee, a community, a workplace and a home to hundreds of military families. The new Route 460 will support federal defense preparedness needs by improving mobility and interconnectivity among all of the region’s military installations. My colleagues and I in the legislature designated this corridor as a high priority corridor in 2000. We knew then how instrumental this corridor was to the enhancement of economic development opportunities in our state. We knew then how critical this project would be to our families and generations to come. These needs have only intensified since those early days of the Project’s inception. Let’s continue what we started over a decade ago. Let’s build the Commonwealth Connector now. Delegate Riley Ingram 62nd District Virginia House of Delegates

Clean snow and ice off your vehicles before traveling To the Editor: On Jan. 4, 2014, my wife and I drove from Hopewell to Savannah, Ga. At 8:30 a.m., we left Hopewell headed south on Interstate 295 and then Interstate 95. We drove in the right lane at the speed limit. There were ice chunks as large as footballs along the highways. The temperature was below freezing until we got well into North Carolina. There was no snow accumulation in Hopewell or our routes. Cars and tractor trailers would pass us. Ice and snow would blow off the passing vehicles. We were lucky: our auto was not ice-balled. Drivers, please clean the snow and ice off your vehicles before traveling. Leonard Hughes Hopewell

Traditional marriage should be upheld To the Editor: The people of Virginia are greatly troubled by the recent decision by Judge Wright Allen. The majority of Virginia citizens are for traditional marriage. Not only has social science proven that children do best in a home with a mom and a dad, it is obvious to even a casual observer that this is the case. There is absolutely no reason for the state to support gay marriage. What’s next? Polygamy? Bestiality? Sure, it seems “out there,” but this is exactly the type of thing that apparently some of our courts would support. Judge Wright-Allen’s decision will only serve to further degrade the God-ordained institution of marriage. Traditional marriage should be upheld. Caleb Brauer Glen Allen, Va.

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HOME CARE Civil rights icon Dr. Dorothy Cotton to highlight Continued from Page 1

other things. “They get to pay close attention to you. They get to learn your specific needs,” Williams said. The home care services are available on an hourly, daily, weekly, or live-in basis. “There a whole lot of these types of businesses centrally located, but the further out you go, the less services there are,” Williams said. “We want Colonial Heights to know we are here.” As the business expands, she hopes to extend services to the Prince George and Dinwiddie areas. Right now, one of the ComForcare caregivers has a case in McKenney. ComForcare also has its own outreach program to educate family members on how to help care for their elderly relative. For more information, call 804-454-0137 or visit http:// serichmond.comforecare. com • Vanessa Remmers can be reached at 804-722-5155 or vremmers@progress-index. com

Founder’s Day at Virginia State University Event is planned for March 19 at Anderson-Turner auditorium

ETTRICK — Virginia State alumna and Civil rights icon, Dr. Dorothy Cotton will serve as the keynote speaker for VSU’s 132nd Founder’s Day convocation. The University will celebrate Founder’s Day on Thursday, March 13, at 4 p.m. in Anderson-Turner Auditorium. Recognized as “the highest ranking woman in SCLC during most of the 60s”, Dr. Cotton served as Director of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference’s (SCLC) Citizenship Education Program at the peak of the civil rights movement, a position that situated her in Martin Luther King, Jr.’s inner circle of executive staff. In recognition of a lifetime dedicated to service and fostering educational opportunities for all, the National Civil Rights

BRIEFLY ‘Big River’ FORT LEE — The Theatre Company at Fort Lee announces auditions for “Big River,” a musical with music and lyrics by Roger Miller and book by William Hauptman. Auditions will be held at 7 p.m. March 3-4 at the Lee Playhouse, Building 4300, Mahone Avenue. Director Amy Perdue and music director Alisa Erway are seeking 25 African-American and Caucasian men and women, ages 15-65, for a variety of principle and secondary roles. Those auditioning should prepare a song and bring sheet music

in the correct key (accompanist provided) and be dressed for movement. Readings will be from the script. Rehearsals will begin in late March for a May 2-18 run. No performers paid. For information, call 804-734-6629.

Fort Clifton 150th anniversary event COLONIAL HEIGHTS — An event to commemmorate Fort Clifton’s 150th anniversary will be held from 12 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 22 at Fort Clifton, 100 Brockwell Lane. Heritage Day will be sponsored by Dearing-Beauregard SCV Camp 1813. The event will feature educational and entertainment events for all ages. Therre will be encamp-

tuition as a housekeeper for the school’s President Robert Prentiss Daniel. When Dr. Daniel assumed the Presidency of Virginia State, Cotton followed. After graduation, she continued to work in the school’s library. During this time, she met the man who would change the course of her life: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Cotton had become involved in the Civil R i g h t s m ove m e n t i n Petersburg. She worked with Rev. Wyatt Tee WalkCONTRIBUTED PHOTO er to organize the demonDr. Dorothy Cotton, a Virginia State strations that ultimately alumna and civil rights icon, will serve led to the integration of as the keynote speaker for VSU’s Pe t e r s b u r g ’s l i b r a r y, 132nd Founder’s Day convocation. schools and businesses. Upon a visit to the city, Dr. King was so impressed that he asked Dr. Cotton to Museum honored Dr. Cotton with become education director for the its 2010 Freedom Award. SCLC. Education opened many doors Her work included teaching, but for Dr. Cotton. She began her col- also challenging, the oppressed to lege career at Shaw University in stand up for their rights. She led Raleigh, NC, working to pay workshops focusing on education

and non-violent means of protest. In April 1968, Dr. Cotton accompanied Dr. King to Memphis. Just hours before his assassination, Dr. King had urged her to leave to set up workshops, saying he would soon follow. Dr. Cotton did not allow Dr. King’s death to deter her. On the contrary, she re-doubled her efforts to ensure all Americans received equal opportunities. She worked for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, before being appointed by President Jimmy Car ter as the Southeaster n Regional Director of ACTION, the Federal Government’s agency for volunteerism. Alfred W. Harris founded present-day Virginia State University in 1882. It was then known as Virginia Normal and Collegiate Institute, the nation’s first, fully stateassisted, college for blacks. Today, VSU has grown into a global, comprehensive, four-year institution of nearly 6,000 students. Students can earn degrees in 52 undergraduate and graduate programs.

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ments, firearms demonstrations, music, food, Old Brunswick SCV Camp cooking demonstrations, displays, infantry drilling, musket volley and tours of the Fort. At 5 p.m. Stan Clardy will present a one-man play, “Soldiers in Gray,” a musical journey. The play will be performed at Tussing Elementary School, located at 5501 Conduit Road. According to a spokesperson for Dearing-Beauregard SCV Camp 1813, Fort Clifton was under constant long range artillery fire and turned back several attempts by gunboats to get up the Appomattox River leading to the sinking of the USS Brewster by the fort in 1864. The earthworks there have survived the 150 years in excellent condition.

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COLONIAL HEIGHTS — American Legion Post 284, 505 Springdale Road, holds bingo every Friday. Doors open at 5 p.m., and games start at 7. Food is available for a nominal fee. For directions, or information about membership requirements or activities of the American Legion, visit the Post 284 website, http://mysite. verizon. net/legion284 or call 526-5656. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The National Alliance on Mental Illness Connection Recovery Support program meets each Friday from 1-2:30 p.m. in the conference room at the Colonial Heights Library, 1000 Yacht Basin Drive. Groups meet for 90 minutes and offer a structured group process designed to encourage, support and empower. All diagnosis welcome. For more information, contact Gina at 804-605-5010 or towritegina@yahoo.com.

SATURDAY MARCH

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Stress and Anger

Management by Yoga and Meditation is being held 5-6 p.m. each Saturday at 914-A Hardy Ave. For more information, call Dr. J. Upadhyay at 5240589 or 943-8688. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2239, 14705 Jefferson Davis Highway, holds bingo every Saturday. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 7. There are six to eight chances to win $500 or more. Food is available. For directions or questions about this event, call 748-4896 and ask for Tom Gore. For information about VFW membership or other activities, call Tom Ferguson, 748-4896. PRINCE GEORGE — The Prince George Heritage Center will welcome internationally acclaimed Petar Maric’ for a special program of accordion music. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Heritage Center, located at 6406 Courthouse Road. Maric’ will play both classical and popular Czech and Slovak music. A reception will follow the program where attendees will have a chance to meet and welcome Maric’ to the area. The program is a collaboration between the Prince George Heritage Center, the Virginia Czech/Slovak Heritage Society, and the Dinwiddie Historical Society. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call (804) 863-0212 or e-mail PGHistory@aol.com. PRINCE GEORGE — Prince George High School will host a professional wrestling event at 7 p.m. Saturday at the high school, located at 7801 Laurel Spring Road. Sixteen-time World Champion “Nature Boy” Ric Flair will be headlining the event, which will also feature Big Van Vader, Matt Hardy, “Hurricane” Shane Helms and The Patriot. A woman’s match will feature Reby Sky vs. Amber O’Neil. Doors open at 5 p.m., with wrestling action beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at Big Time Wrestling and www.brownpapertickets.com/event/530407.

All proceeds from the event will beneﬁt Prince George athletic programs.

SUNDAY MARCH

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Colonial Heights Moose Lodge 1783, 170 Moose Ave., holds bingo every Sunday. Doors open at 4 p.m. each day. Bingo starts at 6 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Thursday. Food is available for a nominal fee. For directions, visit the website at www.chmoose. com or call 526-1537. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Society for Creative Anachronism meets every ﬁrst and third Sunday at the Colonial Heights Public Library meeting room, located at 1000 Yacht Basin Drive. Activities run from 3:30 until 6 p.m. This is a historical living history group. Calligraphy and illuminations, apothecary, dancing, armoury, cooking, and many other subjects are studied and re-created. All are welcome. For more information, contact Cynthia Cole at Cyndyanne00@aol. com or visit www.SCA.Atlantia.Org DINWIDDIE — The National Park Service will present a lecture about Union General Phillip Sheridan and the role his cavalry played in the April 1, 1865 Battle of Five Forks, which occurred in Dinwiddie County. This is a free program suitable for all ages. The presentation will begin at the Five Forks Visitor Contact Station at 2 p.m. on Sunday. The Five Forks unit of Petersburg National Battleﬁeld is located at 9840 Courthouse Road near the intersection of Courthouse Road (Route 627) and White Oak Road (Route 613) in Dinwiddie County.

MONDAY MARCH

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — American Legion Post 284, 505 Springdale Road, holds bingo every Monday. Doors open at 5 p.m., and games start at 7. Food is available for a nominal fee. For directions, or information about membership requirements or activities of the American Legion, visit the Post 284 Web site, http://mysite. verizon.net/legion284 or call 526-5656.

TUESDAY MARCH

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Quilter’s group program meets every Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. at the Senior Center, 157 Roanoke Avenue. We have tables for your workspace. Bring with you your fabric and sewing notions, sewing machine,

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Food Pantry and the Colonial Heights Chamber of Commerce will present the second annual “Colonial Heights Has Talent” from 7-9 p.m. on March 8 at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, located at 3110 Greenwood Ave. The talent show will feature local and regional talent of all kinds; including singers, dancers, and other entertaining acts. Tickets are a $10 donation. All proceeds will be used to support the Colonial Heights Food Pantry. Tickets will be available at the Food Pantry, 530 Southpark Boulevard, the Colonial Heights Chamber office, 201 Temple Ave., or on the Chamber

extension cord and work in progress. For more information call 804-520-9220. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Public Library is offering its winter/spring story time sessions on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. through May 14. Each session includes stories, music, lots of movement and a craft. This is a family story hour, and all ages are welcome. No registration is necessary. A parent or caregiver must attend with the child. For more information, call Chantal Emerson at 804-520-9384. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The city’s Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in City Council Chambers. This meeting is open to the public. For more information, call 520-9275. CHESTER — The International Association of Administrative Professionals, Tri-City Chapter, will hold its monthly meeting at John Tyler Community College, Chester campus, 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway, Bird Hall, Room B132 at 6 p.m. Tuesday. For more information, call Edith at 804733-7566 or Crystal at 768-7596. CHESTERFIELD — The Chesterﬁeld County Senior Advocate and Lucy Corr Village invite anyone who is caring for an adult with physical or cognitive deterioration to attend Caregiver Connection, a monthly support group that helps address caregivers’ needs and concerns. It meets on the ﬁrst Tuesday of each month, 4-5:15 p.m., in the Friendship Room at Lucy Corr Village Assisted Living, 6800 Lucy Corr Blvd. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 804-768-7878 or 706-5657.

WEDNESDAY MARCH

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — DivorceCare divorce recovery seminar and support meets at Colonial Heights Baptist Church in Colonial Heights at 6:45 p.m. each Wednesday. The group is designed to be “open” so that a person can begin coming any week. Childcare is provided. The church is located at 17201 Jeff Davis Hwy. DivorceCare features nationally recognized experts on divorce and recovery topics. For information, call 526-0424. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) No. 485 meets each Wednesday morning at Colonial Heights Library, 1000 Yacht Basin Drive. Weigh-ins begin at 8:15 a.m. and the meetings start at 9. For information, call Evelyn at 748-2607. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Optimist Club of Colonial Heights, 916 Meridan Ave., holds bingo every Wednesday evening. Doors open at 5 p.m. and early bird games start at 6:45 and regular games start at 7. Food is available for a nominal fee. For directions, or details call 5260689. Monies raised support youth projects in the community. CHESTERFIELD — Chesterﬁeld County Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center hosts a free, ongoing support group for survivors of domestic and sexual violence from 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays. New members are welcome to join at any time. For information or to enroll, call 706-1281. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Public Library is offering its winter/spring story time sessions on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. through May 14. Each session includes stories, music, lots of movement and a craft. This is a family story hour, and all ages are welcome. No registration is necessary. A parent or caregiver must attend with the child. For more information, call Chantal Emerson at 804-520-9384.

Youth talent show extravaganza SOUTH CHESTERFIELD — The Youth Ministry of Shiloh Baptist Church, 6711 Hickory Road, will sponsor its “Youth Praise & Worship Talent Show Extravaganza” from 6-8 p.m. March 14, at Matoaca High School, 17700 Longhouse Lane. This event will feature area youth praise dancers, mime and steppers ministries, Christian soloists and more. Admission to the show is $5, adults; $3 youth (6-7 years); and free for (5 and under). For tickets, contact Janique Christian at 804-605-3469 or Pearl Cheeks at 804-943-2136.

THURSDAY MARCH

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Colonial Heights Moose Lodge 1783, 170 Moose Ave., holds bingo every Thursday. Doors open at 4 p.m. each day. Bingo starts at 6 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Thursday. Food is available for a nominal fee. For directions, visit the website at www.chmoose. com or call 526-1537. CHESTER — The Chester Village Sunshine Club meets at 9:30 a.m. every Thursday at Chester Village Clubhouse, 11701 Chester Village Drive. This is for seniors 62 and older. Coffee and refreshments are provided. CHESTER — Commonwealth Power Sports presents every type of Bike Night 6-8 p.m. each Thursday at Steel Horse Bar & Grill, 1920 W. Hundred Road. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Rotary Club of Colonial Heights meets at the Hilton Garden Inn, Southpark Boulevard, each Thursday at 7 a.m. HOPEWELL — St. Joseph Catholic School holds bingo every Thursday at AHEPA Hall, 810 W. Poythress St. Doors open at 5 p.m. Games start at 7 p.m. Food is available for nominal fee. For more information, call St. Joseph School at 732-3931. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Southside Regional Medical Center sponsors a free bereavement support group at 7 p.m. Thursday at Southside Rehabilitation Services, 430 Clairmont Court, Suite 120. For information, call Chaplain Don Phelps at 765-5593. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Senior Citizens Club will meet at 1:15 p.m. Thursday. Entertainment will be provided by minister/artist Ivan Perkinson. Any resident of Colonial Heights, age 50 and older, are invited to join this club, which meets each Thursday. For more information, call 526-3497. PETERSBURG — A Stroke Support Group is held the ﬁrst Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Petersburg, 95 Medical Park Blvd. All stroke survivors and their families/friends are invited to attend. For more information, contact Tangela Bass at 504-8100 or tangela.bass@healthsouth. com COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Intimidators Quilt Club holds their monthly meetings at 7 p.m. on the ﬁrst Thursday of the month at the Colonial Heights Public Library. For information, call Caddie, 526-3909, or Dink, 804-520-8224. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — New caregiver support groups meet at 5 p.m. at Colonial Heights Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, 831 Ellerslie Ave. Dinner provided if you RSVP no later than the morning of the group meeting. For information, call 804-526-2359.

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In Memory SHIRLEY B. ARRINGTON

Shirley Bass Arrington, of Colonial Heights, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2014. She was born Jan. 10, 1943, in Richmond, Va., to the late David Binford and Magaline Cash Bass. Mrs. Arrington was a member of Mount Hermon Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, William L. Arrington Sr.; son, William L. “Bill” Arrington Jr.; one brother; Robert Howard Bass of Henderson, N.C.; and one sister, Paula B. Strickland of Nashville, N.C. A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014, in Liberty Baptist Church, 4498 Bible Road, Crewe, Va., with Pastor Lee Ellison and Pastor Marvin Busie officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, 2014, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. M e m o r i a l d o n at i o n s may be made to the American Lung Association of Virginia, 9221 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond, VA 23235. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall. com.

STUART A. FINK

Stuart A. Fink, 67, of Colonial Heights, died Sunday, Feb. 23, 2014, at his residence. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

LOUISE A. GIBSON

Louise A. “Bootsie” Gibson, 94, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Monday, Feb. 17, 2014, at Colonial Heights Health Care Center, where she had been a resident since 2008. Mrs. Gibson was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Cecil M. Gibson Sr.; and daughter, Delores G. Lamantia. She was a native of Petersburg, Va., and was the daughter of t h e l a t e K i rk P a r i s h Aldridge and Emma Arleen Whitmore. Mrs. Gibson had resided in

Miami for 40 years prior to returning home to be near her family. She is survived by her two sons, Cecil M. Gibson Jr. and Edward W. Gibson, both of Petersburg; son-inlaw, Joseph J. Lamantia of Stafford; nine grandchildren, Cindy Sanford, Chip Sanford, Vince Lamantia and wife, Cathy, Connie Hill and husband, Jeff, Carl Gibson, Renee Gibson, Stacey Gibson and Adam Gibson; 20 greatg randchildren, Jessica Hill, Amanda Sanford, C h a n d l e r H i l l , M ckoy Lamantia, Kyle Lamantia, Joey Sanford, Concetta H i l l , L u ke L a m a n t i a , Sabrina, Brian, Martina, Mor ris, Sladen, Piper, Rose, Veronica, Ronald, Randall, Cody and Ashley Gibson; sister-in-law, Viola Gibson; brothers-in-law, Tommy Peedin and Jim For ney; and numerous nieces and nephews. T h e f a m i ly re c e ive d friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, 2014, at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service was conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014, at the funeral home. Interment followed in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss. com.

MERRILL E. MYERS

Merrill Edward “Ed” Myers, 74, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Friday, Feb. 21, 2014, at his residence. Born in Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Merrill E. and Harriet Harrigan Myers. Ed was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus Council #6372 and the Colonial Heights Lion’s Club. He is survived by his wife, Elaine S. Myers; a daughter, Charice M. Myers of Chesterfield; a son, Paul E. Myers of Rehoboth, Mass.; four grandchildren, Anna, Lauren, Christopher and Joshua Myers; a sister, Mary Lee Myers; a brother, Jim Myers; numerous nieces and nephews. A rosary was held in the Daily Chapel at 10 a.m. with a memorial Mass to follow at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014, at St. Ann Catholic Church, 17111 Jefferson Davis Highway, Colonial Heights, Va., with Father Lou Ruoff, cele-

brant, and Father Brian Capuano, con-celebrant. Burial of cremains followed in St. Ann Catholic Cemetery, Beechwood Avenue, Chesterfield. Memorial contributions may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 1503 Michaels Road, Richmond, VA 23229. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall. com.

BETTY G. NOTO

Betty G. Noto, 89, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2014, at Southside Regional Medical Center. Born in Syracuse, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late George and Gertrude Christian Perks, and the widow of Dominick M. Noto Sr. Mrs. Noto was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by her son, Dominick M. Noto Jr.; two grandchildren, Brittany and Cory Noto; two brothers, Clifford and Paul Perks; two sisters, Linda G. Hotchkiss and Brenda Lannie; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services are private. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

EMILY SPENCE

Emily Spence, 58, passed away Feb. 1, 2014. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hudson of Colonial Heights. She is survived by brothers, Robert Hudson Jr., Roland Hudson, Tony Hudson; and sister, Faye Caish. Emily has four surviving children, Daniel Seward, Ke v i n A l f o r d , Ro b e r t Alford and Amanda Wood. Surviving grandchildren include Hunter, Holden, Dylan, Caleb and Eric Alford, Gavin, Andrew, Jacob, Brianna and Hudson Wood. Emily will be deeply missed by friends and family, and loving friend Tom Aldridge.

LEONA O. THOMAS

Leona Owensby Thomas, 87, of Colonial Heights, passed away Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014, at her residence. She was born July 14, 1926, in Packolet, S.C., to the late Vance Edward and Vinnie Louise McAbee Owensby. Leona was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Harry Lee Thomas Jr., and two sisters, Sara Bennett and Elise Sweigart. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Willmer of Richmond, Brenda Vincent and husband, Buddy, of Chester, Linda Maillard and husband, Mike, of Richmond, Deborah Ballard and hus-

band, Stephen, of Dover, Del.; nine grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren; one new great-great-granddaughter; and a dear sister in Christ, Glenice Archer. A funeral service was held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014, in the Crosslight Assembly of God Church, 27 Seyler Drive, Petersburg, Va., with the Rev. David S. Wiley officiating. Interment followed in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George, Va. The family received friends 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall. com.

JAMES E. YATES

James E. “Junnie” Yates Jr., 88, of Colonial Heights, passed away on Monday, Feb. 17, 2014, at John Randolph Medical Center. Born in Remington, Va., he was the son of the late James E. Yates II and Margerite Cmilansky Yates, and was preceded in death by a sister, Cathleen Johns. He was a member of Highland United Methodist Church, the Colonial Heights American Legion Post 284 for 54 years, and the Colonial Heights Senior Golf Association. Mr. Yates was a United States Army veteran, having served in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II, where he received two Purple Hearts and four Bronze Stars, and was retired from the State of Virginia Alcohol Control Board. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Helen Lingerfelt Yates. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21, 2014, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with the Rev. Dorothy O’Quinn officiating. Burial followed in Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, with military honors. An American Legion service was held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014, with visitation following the service until 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Colonial Heights Food Pantry, 530 Southpark Blvd., Colonial Heights, VA 23834. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall. com.

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House budget increases money for education enhancing the quality of an educational experience and improving job opporCOMMENTARY tunities. By Del. Kirk Cox We have added $6.2 R-Colonial Heights million dollars to create 1,700 additional instate slots at The ColEditor’s note: Delegate Cox sends weekly updates lege of William & Mary, during the General Assem- Virginia Tech, James Madbly session. This is his latest ison University, and the University of Virginia. report. We’ve also committed $20 ast week was bud- million in new funding to help mitigate increased get week at the tuition costs. Tuition General Assemincreases for the last two bly. In addition to years, at 4 and 4.7 percent, addressing roughly 2,300 are some of the lowest pieces of legislation this tuition increases in the last session, the General decade. Our goal is to conAssembly must pass a tinue with this trend so biennial budget for 2014more Virginia students can 2016 spending levels. attend the commonI am pleased to report wealth’s world-class unithat the House has presentversities. ed a fiscally responsible K-12 education will see budget that is structurally nearly a $531 million net balanced and invests in the increase in the House budcore functions of governget. This additional fundment that best meet the ing for students, teachers, needs of Virginia citizens. and our school systems Our budgeting approach accounts for approximately works. Since 2007, we have 25 percent of the new cut nearly $7 billion in spending in the budget. A spending. Virginia’s gener- majority of the funds will al fund spending has help cover increased congrown at a rate of less than tributions to teacher retire1 percent. ment funds and teacher Our cautious, conservahealth care benefit premitive approach has netted um rates. The spending Virginia nearly $2 billion includes $25 million that in surpluses over the last will be used for new school four years. As is Constituconstruction loans and $7.5 tionally-required, we have million will go towards included a $243 million reading and math initiaRainy Day Fund deposit tives, the Teach for Amerithat bring the fund to over ca program, and National $900 million. We have also Board Certification bonusset aside nearly $140 miles for teachers. lion for a revenue reserve We also value our state fund to offset any potential employees for their service economic slowdown. This to the commonwealth and revenue reserve will be want to reward them for used to absorb any future their hard work. If Virginrevenue reductions. ia’s economy continues to As chairman of the grow, and we meet our revAppropriations Higher enue projected costs, the Education Subcommittee revenue reserve will be and with two boys in colused to provide a 2 percent lege, I have a keen interest bonus, effective July 2015, in Virginia’s public univer- to state employees. sities. The dollars invested While the House has put in this year’s proposal are forth a responsible budget, focused on increasing all of this is in jeopardy access for Virginia stubecause the Senate has dents, keeping college injected Medicaid expanaffordable for Virginia Please see BUDGET, Page 8 middle class families,

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Delegate Cox reaches some 1,800 constituents in second town hall Messages were left at another 6,400 households

RICHMOND — Just past the half-way point of the 2014 General Assembly session, Delegate M. Kirkland “Kirk” Cox, R-Colonial Heights, hosted his second telephone town hall of the year with some 1,800 households participating. Cox was able to leave messages with another 6,400 households. T his call included constituents from the 66th District, which includes Colonial Heights and portions of Chesterfield County. “I am pleased to use the telephone town hall format to reach you directly,” said Cox during his introduction, “By staying on the line, you assure me that you find this hour as beneficial as I do.” Cox also noted “Crossover is the mid-point of the General Assembly session. Each chamber must complete action on all bills, with the exception of the budget, introduced in their chamber for the other body’s consideration.” During the call, Cox fielded 11 questions from constituents on several topics to include Sunday hunting, Medicaid expansion, transportation, and education. The call also included a chance for participating constituents to “cast their vote” on a number of major issues facing the General Assembly. Poll questions addressed many areas to include those raised by callers, as well as ethics reform, mental health, minimum wage, budget priorities, and Virginia’s one term Governor. The major issue in this

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Del. Dave LaRock, third from left, and his staff, standing, observe House Majority Leader Kirk Cox, R-Colonial Heights, second from right, during his latest telephone town hall. General Assembly session is Medicaid expansion under the federal Affordable Care Act, commonly known as ObamaCare. Cox and the Republican House leadership support an independent audit of the current Medicaid system before any expansion. They want to put in reforms aimed at improving care for those in the current Medicaid system. Participants were asked if they supported auditing Medicaid before expansion. Eighty-eight percent agreed with Cox that Medicaid must be audited. The bipartisan ethics package, supported by Cox and House Minority Leader David Toscano, D-Charlottesville, places a $250 per item cap on tangible gifts that legislators and their immediate family may receive from lobbyists. It also establishes a State Ethics Advisory Commission to review all financial disclosures and creates a number of reforms to modernize the disclosure system, promote greater transparency, and require man-

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datory training. Cox noted this plan represents many months of hard work from a bipartisan ethics work group. He stated “I believe the bill is a positive step forward and allows us to keep an open dialogue on how best to maintain transparency in government.” Seventy-eight percent of participants supported this approach. When asked if a reduction in SOL tests by 23 percent for third- through eighth-grades was a step in the right direction, 86 percent of respondents agreed. The House unanimously passed a bill sponsored by Delegate Tag Greason, RLoudon, to reduce SOL tests for third- through eighthgraders from 22 to 17 tests. The “A” through “F” grading system was favored by 74 percent of those polled. This approach would grade schools based on student progress and the school’s ability to meet state and federal benchmarks so that parents would have a simple way to understand how their child’s school is performing. HB 1237 introduced by Delegate Todd Gilbert, R-Shenandoah, would allow hunters to hunt on Sundays only on private land with written permission of the landowner and not within two hundred yards of a place of worship. Cox’s constituents were evenly divided on this issue — 51 percent in favor and 49 percent against. Another prevalent issue this session is a

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18, of the 1300 block of Princeville Court, Silver Spring, Md., was charged with fail to appear on Feb. 17. • Barker, Adam Nicholas, 22, of the 3900 block of Windcry Drive, Chester, was charged with violation of court order on Feb. 18. • Bethune, Corey Shandell, 33, of the 300 block of Terrace Ave., Petersburg, was charged with trespass: general on Feb. 18 in the 400 block of E. Roslyn Road. • Brooks, Cherry Lynn, 43, of the 5900 block of Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, was charged with probation: violation on Feb. 18. • Cagle, Dana Piley, 45, of the 14700 block of Happy Hill Road, Chester, was charged with driving under the influence and refuse breath test on Feb. 18 at Conduit and Park. • Carr, Lenale Scott, 34, of the 3300 block of Cedar Road, Petersburg, was charged with probation violation on Feb. 18. • Coleman, Brandon Jermell, 24, of the 3900 block of Robinhood Drive, Hopewell, was charged with throw missile at occupied vehicle on Feb. 18. • Hans, Kya Alexis, 18, of the 700 block of Parkside Drive, Newport News, was charged with fraud: credit card, larceny: credit card theft and receive goods by fraud on Feb. 18. • Henderson, Royal Russell II, 23, of the 2600 block of Amherst Ridge Court, Colonial Heights, was charged with fail to appear on Feb. 18. • Parrish, Patrick S., 23, of the 500 block of Greensivlle Ave., Petersburg, was charged with possess firearm by convicted felon on Feb. 18. • Thrash, Daniel Tyler, 27, of the 3000 block of Farris Ave., Colonial Heights, was charged with violation of court order on Feb. 18. • Blevins, Coy Edward, 26, of the 3700 block of Yard Arm Drive, Chester, was charged with driving under the influence on Feb. 19. • Winfield, Melvin Maurice, 30, of the 600 block of Roberson St., Petersburg, was charged with fail to appear on Feb. 19. • Carabin, Caleb Hunter, 22, of the 1600 block of Irvenway Lane, Chester, was charged with violate conditions of release on Feb. 20. • Coleman, Craig E., 45, of the 300 block of Ridge Road, Colonial Heights, was charged with unauthorized use on Feb. 20. • Daniels, Britania P., 32, of

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Allen and Marcia Birdsong Friends and family would like to wish Allen and Marcia Birdsong a happy 50th anniversary. The couple married February 28, 1964, in Colonial Heights. Marcia has retired from Virginia Department of Education and Allen is working at ProVen. The couple has two children and two grandchildren. Their love, humor, and commitment to each other are an inspiration to us all.

Ronnie and Maxine Newton Congratulations to Ronnie and Maxine Newton, of Colonial Heights, in celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married in Halifax, N.C., on February 24, 1964. They are the parents of Ron Newton Jr., Kimberly Newton Bostain and Bryant Newton. They are the very proud grandparents of Brittany Newton, Kimberly Newton and Maggie Bostain. May God continue to bless them and their marriage. We love you both, Your children and grandchildren

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Brian Maloney, Lamier Thomas and Zachary Criswell announed their plans to play college football during a signing ceremony Feb. 18 at Colonial Heights High School. Maloney will play at NAIA Benedictine (Kan.) College. Thomas (Shenandoah) and Criswell (Hampton-Sydney) will both play on the NCAA Division III level.

Colonials sending 3 to next level BY NEIL FULLER SPORTS EDITOR

Three Colonial Heights players secured their football futures this past week. Two — Zach Criswell and Lamier Thomas — elected to remain close to home, playing on the NCAA Division III level. Brian Maloney chose a different route. A much longer route. Maloney, a 6-foot-5, 210pound linebacker, will be making the move to Atchison, Kan., to play at NAIA Benedictine College. Atchison is located 54 miles northwest of Kansas City, Mo. “I’m very excited to be in a new place,” Maloney said. “I’m not concerned about being in a new environment. I’m just very excited to have the opportunity to play for Benedictine College.” The Ravens went 10-2 in 2013, winning the Heart of America Athletic Conference championship for a sixth time. They advanced into postseason play and finished No. 9 in the final NAIA poll. Larry Wilcox has been coach at Benedictine since 1979, compiling an impressive 236-130 record during his tenure. “What gave Benedictine an advantage is the great football tradition with Coach Wilcox. The winning percentage there is phenomenal,” Maloney said. “And with Benedictine, I can tell the coaches will be invested in me and my future as both a student and football player.” Maloney is one of 42 incoming freshman — from 13 different states — for Wilcox and the Ravens. “These student-athletes

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Teammates and friends of Colonials Brian Maloney, Zach Criswell and Lamier Thomas offer their support during a ceremony Feb. 18, when Maloney, Criswell and Thomas announced their future plans. have selected Benedictine for the opportunity to experience the quality academic environment that will be afforded them during their college careers,” Wilcox said in a statement. “They are also excited about the tradition of Ravens football and the many future successes that they will be a part of. “Our staff welcomes the opportunity to be part of their continued growth and future success.” Maloney recorded 18 solo tackles and forced two fumbles during his senior season with the Colonials. He also assiste d o n 2 4 t a ck l e s a n d recorded a sack. Criswell signed with Hampden-Sydney and Thomas signed with Shenandoah. • Sports Editor Neil Fuller can be reached at nfuller@progress-index.com and followed on Twitter: @NFullerPI.

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Remus James, Colonials coach, speaks during a signing ceremony for three of his players — Brian Maloney, Zach Criswell and Lamier Thomas — Feb. 18 at Colonial Heights High School.

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Tuxedo history

he origins of the modern tuxedo remains a topic for debate, but one of the more widely known tales of the tuxedo’s beginning traces this classic look to a wealthy tobacco magnate of the 19th century. Pierre Lorillard lived with his family in a residential colony called Tuxedo Park, which was roughly 40 miles northwest of New York City. The Lorillards were popular in social circles, and Pierre helped establish the area as a prime hunting and ﬁshing destination. Lorillard also developed a social organization called the Tuxedo Club, which regularly hosted balls. At the time, men wore dinner jackets with long tails to formal events. However, Lorillard wanted something different and modern, and he commissioned a tailless black jacket to wear to the Tuxedo Club’s Autumn Ball. Lorillard got cold feet in time for the ball and did not wear the shorter jacket. However, his son, Griswold, did wear the short jacket and received much praise. Soon the style was copied and worn in various social circles across the country. The “tuxedo” was born, and soon became a timeless classic.

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Tradition behind tossing rice

s any holiday host can attest, timing is crucial to getting a meal out hot and ensuring each course is ready for the table. Timing is equally important when planning a wedding. Various elements must come together in the right order to create a seamless day for couples and guests alike. In addition to organizing ﬂoral deliveries, ensuring the wedding party arrives on time, and getting hair and makeup done promptly, couples who will be having their ceremony in a different location from the reception will need to spend more time factoring timing into their wedding day equations. Factors like traveling to and from the site, as well as hunger pangs and potential weather-related complications, will need to be considered.

Many couples choose to have their ceremonies and receptions at the same site, a decision that makes scheduling much easier. Once the ceremony is over, guests simply go inside or to another area of the grounds to begin the reception. Some traditionalists, though, prefer to have their ceremony in a place of worship and then travel to a separate reception location afterward. Both scenarios are acceptable, but the latter option requires a little more planning. Couples will need to know when the church or temple is available for the ceremony and when the reception hall will be open to guests. Some weddings are held after daily masses or other religious ceremonies. An afternoon wedding may end a few hours before the cocktail hour begins at the reception site, leaving guests with time to kill before the reception. Couples can try to remove as much time between the reception and ceremony as possible by coordinating with their catering managers. If ﬁnances allow, couples can request the wedding reception begin early. This

way guests can arrive at the cocktail hour and comfortably mingle among themselves. These requests are common, and many catering managers will be happy to meet requests to keep a bride and groom’s business. If this is not possible, couples have a few alternatives. If the reception site is a good distance away, the travel there may take up the idle time. Otherwise, the bride and groom may need to come up with another plan. In some instances, a family member opens his or her home up to some of the guests, who may enjoy light refreshments. It may be possible to use a cafeteria or gathering space at the ceremony site for a little while as well. If the photographer plans to take outdoor photos between the ceremony and reception, the couple can invite some guests along to witness the shots or be a part of the photo shoot. Thoughtful couples also can provide other accommodations, such as letting guests know about local restaurants where they can spend a little time and grab a small bite to eat before the reception begins. Hotels afﬁliated with the wedding party may be able to host guests during these in-between hours as well. The hotel bar or a conference room might be ideal spots for guests to kill some time.

nce a couple has been married, tradition states that they be covered with tossed rice upon exiting the ceremony. The idea of throwing rice began during the Middle Ages, when rice symbolized fertility. Rice was tossed at the married couple in the hopes they would have many children and be blessed with prosperity as a family. A false rumor spread that rice was harmful to birds who would eat the discarded rice and explode, so many people now use birdseed or rose petals as alternatives. However, rest assured that the rice myth has been debunked by The Cornell Lab of Ornithology.

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Day to get a special waiver from the state Department of Education. HB333, introduced by Delegate Tag Greason, R-Loudon, would allow school districts to start the school year prior to Labor Day without getting a waiver. Seventy-three percent of respondents supported this idea. Cox asked constituents about a proposed statewide Virginia Virtual School that would allow students to take online courses and 60 percent of respondents supported a statewide virtual school. To see more poll results from Cox’s telephone town hall visit his website www.kirkcox.com. This town hall had an added dimension. As Majority Leader, Cox works with freshmen Republican Delegates to get them acquainted with different ways to stay in contact with their constituents. As part of this effort, freshman Delegate Dave LaRock, R-Loudon, and his staff sat in on this call to learn the ins and outs of the telephone town hall system. LaRock said, “The hour spent with Cox was well worth our time.” Cox closed the call by thanking participants for allowing him to represent their voices in the House of Delegates. “I hope that you have found this town hall format informative and beneficial,” Cox said. “I am very grateful for your participation and I hope you will join me in future town hall meetings.”

the 5400 block of Centrallia Road, North Chesterfield, was charged with larceny: petit on Feb. 20 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • Greene, Charles Guy Jr., 20, of the 400 block of Hamilton Ave., Colonial Heights, was charged with larceny: petit on Feb. 20. • Jackson, Thomas Leon Jr., 39, of the Dutch Gap Court, Fort Lee, was charged with trespass: general on Feb. 20. • Johnson, Robert Walter, 21, of Colonial Court, Colonial Heights, was charged with drunk in public on Feb. 20 in the 1200 block of Boulevard. • Lamm, Meredith M., 37, of the 19800 block of Kelsey Lane, Sutherland, was charged with driving under the influence on Feb. 20 at Boulevard and West Ellerslie. • Savage, Barrington, 24, of Hill Drive, Neptune, NJ, was charged with larceny: shoplifting under $200 and vandalism on Feb. 20 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • Yeager, Megan, 39, of the 100 block of St. Mark St., Petersburg, was charged with fail to pay fines on Feb. 20. • Information is provided by police and sheriff’s departments. This information may or may not be all inclusive. Arrests include summons. Arrests do not imply guilt.

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sion into their budget. They are putting funding for teachers, firefighters, police officers, state employees, hospitals, colleges and others in danger so they can get Medicaid expansion passed. This is unacceptable and we will hold strong in the House against expansion. We need to improve the services for current Medicaid recipients before we potentially add hundreds of thousands of people. As one of six House budget conferees, I will be meeting with Senate counterparts to work out differences until we can present an amended budget that will pass both cham-

bers and be signed into law by the governor. Veterans and active military and families make up roughly 40 percent of the 66th district. 16 members of the Republican Caucus are veterans. I and several House members are carrying legislation that supports our veterans and military members. We held a press conference this past week to highlight 15 bills, budget amendments, and other initiatives that have passed the House or are included in the House budget that will promote greater job opportunities, increase access to education and training certifications and provide better service to veterans, members of the armed forces, and their families. Last week, I held my sec-

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ond telephone town hall of the 2014 session. I was able to talk with some 1,800 constituents on issues ranging from minimum wage to Sunday hunting and a few questions on the budget. If you’d like a full results report from my second telephone town hall, please email delkcox@house.virginia.gov. This past week I hosted two student groups from Manchester High School, where I formerly taught before retiring, for their visit to the capitol. I also met with Chesterfield resident Omar Rajah, Arc South of the James families, and Dominion employees from the 66th District. • Delegate Kirk Cox, R66th, is the House majority leader and represents Colonial Heights and parts of Chesterfield County.

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