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VOICE The hometown newspaper of the Colonial Heights area

Vol. 12 No. 2 FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THURSDAY,

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Christmas Parade applications available COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Planning and preparations have begun for this year’s 62nd annual Christmas Parade – a longtime Colonial Heights tradition that will occur on Tuesday, Dec. 2, on the Boulevard. If your business or organization would like to sponsor or participate in the parade, applications are now being accepted and are available online, www.colonialheightsva.gov

Holiday gala PETERSBURG — Rosecrest Garden Club will hold its fourth annual “Holiday Gala” beginning at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, at the Country Club of Petersburg, located at 1250 Flank Road. There will be a floral demonstration by Lu Cavallaro, master VFGC Flower Show judge of Richmond; a luncheon; a fashion walk by Ann’s Dress Shoppe of Waverly; a silent auction, and door prizes. Doors open at 8:45 a.m. Tickets are available for a donation of $30. For tickets or more information about this event, contact Barbara Smith, 526-2609, or Marie Crites, 265-5923. PATRICK KANE/PROGRESS-INDEX PHOTOS

Fire hydrant flushing continues COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Utility Division of the city’s Department of Public Works is testing and flushing fire hydrants throughout the city. Flushing will continue through Oct. 22. The city has been divided into four sections. Starting Friday, Sept. 19, workers are concentrating on the northwest section, which includes areas west of I-95, from north city limits, south to Old Town Creek. Flushing in this area will continue through Oct. 6.

Drug take back event COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The city’s Police Department is sponsoring a drug take back event on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot of Colonial Orthopaedics, located on Charles Dimmock Parkway at Jennick Drive. No needles and no Epipens; no medical clinics or medical offices. This event is for individuals only. For more information, call contact Officer Sophie Benkendorf at benkendorfs@colonialheighsva. gov or by phone at 804-520-9318.

Rabies clinic COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The city’s Animal Shelter will host a rabies clinic from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at the animal shelter, located at 301 Charles Dimmock Parkway. The cost is $10 per animal (cash only). For more information, call 520-9397.

This fall, Colonial Heights will add another turn lane going from Temple Avenue to Charles Dimmock Parkway. Construction crews are working at the intersection of Temple Avenue and Charles Dimmock Parkway from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Monday through Friday. There will be lane closures on westbound Temple Avenue and at the intersection with Charles Dimmock Parkway. Construction will continue through Oct. 24.

Work begins in Colonial Heights to improve Temple Avenue FROM STAFF REPORTS

onstruction crews have started work at Temple Avenue and Charles Dimmock Parkway to add a left turn lane and repair depressions on the westbound side of Temple. The work, which started Aug. 25, will go through Oct. 24. Chuck Henley, director of public works and city engineer, said the contract for the work is worth $425,000. He said the additional turn lane will help with congestion on the road, which has been caused by “growth and developMotorists roll across fresh asphalt that filled in deep bumps on Temple Avenue ment in the area.” The work will also remedy the near Wawa. The city will soon add another turn lane going from Temple Avenue “continuing subsidence in Tem- to Charles Dimmock Parkway. ple Avenue pavement,” which was caused by the consolidation of compressed materials under the road, Henley said. Temple will see more work in the future, including Work hours are from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. during the week. interconnecting traffic signals to “improve traffic flow” There will be lane closures on Temple Avenue west- and extending the right turn lane on Temple westbound and at the intersection of Charles Dimmock. bound at Conduit Road, Henley said.

Election candidates’ profiles start next week FROM STAFF REPORTS

tarting next week in The Colonial Voice, we will profile candidates seeking office this fall. City Council and the School Board will have new faces, although the elections will be essentially uncontested due to the number of open seats. Mayor C. Scott Davis, Councilor John T. Wood and newcomer John E. Piotrowski are running for three seats on City Council, while incumbent Richard “Mike” Yates and Krishan Agrawal, a newcomer, are seeking two School Board slots. Two challengers, Democrat Elliott Fausz and Libertarian Bo Brown, are challenging U.S. Rep. J. Randy Forbes, R-Va. 4th.

Election Day is Nov. 4 — Remember to register to vote by Oct. 14 for the Nov. 4 election! — On the ballot: • U.S. House of Representatives 4th Virginia — Incumbent U.S. Rep. J. Randy Forbes, a Republican; Democrat Elliott Fausz; and Libertarian Bo Brown • City Council (three open seats) — Mayor C. Scott Davis, Councilor John T. Wood, and newcomer John E. Piotrowski • School Board (two open seats) — Incumbent Richard “Mike” Yates and Krishan Agrawal, a newcomer

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 OUR OPINIONS

Transparency needed in probe of police shooting

lthough a Virginia State Police investigation is ongoing, the initial information about a Colonial Heights police officer who shot a South Carolina woman makes it sound like the shooting may have been justified. However, it is important to stress that no determinations should be made in the shooting until the Virginia State Police investigation is complete – that information will be turned over to a prosecutor who will then determine if the shooting was justified or not. But what we know now is that a Colonial Heights police officer shot the woman “several times” Aug. 24 after she had aimed a semiautomatic handgun at him, according to court documents. A search warrant request from the Virginia State Police provided details of a shooting that initially left Melissa Alexander, 43, in critical but stable condition at VCU Medical Center. The search warrant was filed in Colonial Heights Circuit Court to search the woman’s 2014 Dodge Avenger. According to the affidavit, police seized a cell phone, two .380 caliber cartridges and prescription medication from the car with South Carolina tags and is registered to a man in South Carolina. Colonial Heights police officer Greg Thinnes attempted to stop the Dodge Avenger, which was going 60 mph in a 35 mph zone on Aug. 24, according to the affidavit. The car failed to stop for the police cruiser and ran a red light before stopping at a house on Yacht Basin Drive and Wildwood Avenue. When the driver stopped, Thinnes parked his car about 20 feet behind the vehicle and ordered the woman to show her hands, which she didn’t do, the affidavit said. “Approximately one minute later, the female suspect suddenly opened the driver’s door of her vehicle, stepped out facing the officer and raised a black semi-automatic handgun directly towards the officer,” according to the affidavit. Alexander has been charged with attempted capital murder of a police officer and use of a firearm while attempting to commit capital murder. She was charged with both felonies after her release from VCU Medical Center last week, Virginia State Police said. Thinnes wasn’t injured in the incident. He is a 10-year veteran of the Colonial Heights Police Department. The state police probe of the shooting was requested by the Colonial Heights Police Chief Jeffrey Faries. Sgt. Steve Vick, public information officer with Virginia State Police, said cases like this take time to process and pursue. While we understand the need for time to complete a thorough probe into the shooting, law enforcement authorities need to be mindful of transparency in the case. The public has a right to know the circumstances in which a Colonial Heights police officer shot and wounded a person. And the Colonial Heights commonwealth’s attorney should be forthcoming about the shooting and whether it was justified or not. After the police shooting in Ferguson, Missouri, recently, the public has become concerned about the use of force by police. Transparency is the best way to allay those concerns.

A long overdue football victory for Colonials

t took a few years, but the long nightmare for the Colonial Heights football program is over. Joy and relief swept over the Colonials last month after the team scored a decisive 20-0 victory over Thomas Jefferson. It was the first victory in 28 games for the football team. “It’s everything. Winning means everything,” Colonial Heights coach Remus James said following the victory. “I tell our guys all the time that losing is like dying. For the past 27 games, I felt like I was dying.” Brian Gwaltney, a 5-foot-11, 165-pound senior, rushed for two third-quarter touchdowns, including a 35-yard romp. Gwaltney also recorded a third-quarter interception. It was the first victory for Gwaltney in varsity football. “Brian’s our captain on offense; he’s our captain on defense,” James said. “He was anxious. He’s never won a varsity football game — that was hurting his heart. ... He takes a lot of pride in scoring those touchdowns tonight. That kid works hard.” The Colonials had gone winless since defeating Armstrong/Kennedy 14-12 on Sept. 26, 2011. The victory has given the Colonials some new found confidence. “On to the next one,” he said. “Our guys saw tonight. They know they’re capable of winning. They’re not just playing games, they’re capable of winning games. That’s a big difference.” And one thing to remember — once you realize you can win, and you do win a game — then winning the next one will be a lot easier.

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YOUR OPINIONS

Make time to take artspace survey To the Editor:

I am writing in regards to the survey that is being conducted by the Cameron Foundation. After talking with many people in the area I believe that most are not aware of the survey or are under the impression that the survey doesn’t apply to them. This is something that applies to all of us and would definitely benefit our area. The Cameron Foundation website (camfound.org) has a link to the artspace survey which states at the bottom of that section “ Spread the Word! A large response is critical!” The survey was scheduled to run through early September but the date has now been extended to October 3rd. So, we have been given a little extra time to make this a large response. The survey can be accessed through the Cameron Foundation website or by going directly to: www. creativespacesurvey.org. The survey lists nearly 40 different categories of arts that you might be interested or involved in: everything from the usual theatre arts, music, dance and festivals to such things as woodworking, culinary arts and healing arts/art therapies. An art space could be a tremendous asset to this area. I encourage everyone to check out the website and take the survey and also to “spread the word” to as many others as possible. Let’s all respond to the survey and make this extended time count. Ginia Sullivan Petersburg

Group pickets fast-food restaurants to protest minimum wage To the Editor: The recent rally at the Henrico County McDonald’s was designed to bring attention to the low wages that its employees receive. Over 30 concerned citizens joined the protests which began at 8:30 a.m. at the Chamberlayne Avenune McDonald’s and Burger King. After the early morning rally, we gathered at a local church for breakfast and a briefing on the noon-day rally. Cassandra Shaw, who is in leadership, was adamant about maintaining a peaceful atmosphere for our rally and advised us not to resist, if arrested. Picketing for 45 minutes, the first Henrico County police officer arrived and advised us to get out of the highway. When the majority complied, 10 civil disobedient volunteers remained in the highway. Now there were over 20 local and state police cruisers on the scene. Refusing to leave the highway, the Henrico County police then handcuffed them, arrested them, and took them to the police station to be booked. But Shaw was true to her word, and was able to have them released by 5:30 p.m. that afternoon. Although the minimum wage rally may not have increased the wage from $7.25, I believe more demonstrations like this will prosper. L. J. McCoy Jr. Chesterfield Branch NAACP Chesterfield County

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A sad day for the state of Virginia To the Editor: When I awoke on September 5th to see the front page of The Progress-Index with former Gov. McDonnell and his wife’s’ picture on the front page I was suddenly unsure if this was the result we in the state of Virginia wanted. I had talked with my local representative a week or so ago and he made a statement that backs up my feelings. He said that Gov. McDonnell in his opinion was a good and honest man. With the newspaper articles I have been reading there were obvious misjudgments made but I wonder if the end justifies the means. It seems to me that the prosecution was out to destroy the governor, not resolve the issues and give an impartial rendering of the evidence. I hope when the federal lawyers go to bed at night they can sleep without some sadness that they have destroyed a man and his family. Not just the family but the overall level of respect for the state of Virginia. Would it not have been in the best interest of the state and the image for Virginia to have levied a financial burden such as fines equal to the so-called infractions than to take away the good Gov. McDonnell has done for the state? Time will only tell if the image and respect our state had nationally will suffer was worth the $700,000 plus dollars it cost to bring the governor down. The law is an unusual animal. Some crimes of much more severe and violent actions result in little punishment and others just seem to be a prosecutor’s delight. Such a shame that with all the problems in society we as humans are more hungry for revenge than preventing such an event from happening in the future. I would like to add if I might that I have never met the governor and have no ulterior motive for this letter than to convey one man’s feeling on a sad day for the state of Virginia. Please keep the McDonnell family in your prayers. Bill Thompson Hopewell

The 4th District is ... To the Editor: At critical moments in our nation’s story, many of us find inspiration in places where we sense the life that is America. The uncertainty we see in Washington is tempered by tracking the steady heartbeat of our American story. In those moments, I am reminded of words that author C.S. Lewis penned: “What you see and hear depends a good deal on where you are standing...” Washington may have lost track of

the heart of America. But I know the heartbeat of America is strong because I am reminded of it every time I stand in Virginia’s 4th Congressional District. Virginia’s 4th District is unique. Sweeping from the south-central portion of the state and near the south-eastern shorelines, the 4th District is home to major agricultural areas including large peanut and corn fields, treasured coastal waterways like the James, Nansemond, and Elizabeth rivers, and one of the largest military installations in the state. It’s one of Virginia’s most diverse regions. The 4th District is geographically diverse, but it’s not just our landscape that creates a vibrant region. The 4th District is home to several industries that bring a wealth of value to our nation. In our day-to-day lives, these unique qualities may escape us. We see and hear of industrial sites, small businesses, family farms, and technology centers every day, either in our commutes, in our workplaces, or in our interactions with family and friends. We see their individual value, but we may not see how they fit into the bigger picture of our nation. However, the 4th District plays an integral role in keeping our nation running. We have a lot to be proud of, and our ability grab hold of a vision for our future will determine our ultimate success as a region. Here’s what the 4th District is to me: • The 4th District is defending our nation. The 4th District and the surrounding region comprise some of our nation’s most important military assets and installations. Our region is a national leader in ensuring a strong defense and a secure America. The 4th District isn’t dependent on defense; America’s national security is dependent on the 4th District. • The 4th District is an innovation hub. Our manufacturing industry is leading the way in incredible product development and production. It is ripe for global competitiveness, as well as national innovation and job creation. Likewise, the 4th District is home to a modeling and simulation industry that allows entities to train for natural disasters with sophisticated technology or perform virtual surgery using state of the art robotics. America needs the 4th District because its innovation is expanding our economy and enhancing national preparedness and security. • The 4th District is steeped in agricultural heritage. Our region is home to multi-generation farmers who care for acres of cotton, soybeans, peanuts, wheat, corn, and others. America needs the 4th District because it provides important agricultural resources to the world. It encourages a love for our environment and countryside, and a resolve to work hard and succeed. • The 4th District is technologyfocused. Our universities are looking to advance STEM education and technology-focused programs, particularly in underrepresented areas. America needs the 4th District because we are focused on equipping our nation’s future leaders to be the next generation of scientists, technologists, and inventors. • The 4th District is community driven. At the heart of each of these industries is our people. The people of Virginia’s 4th District are as diverse as the landscape of our region. Yet, all across our region, citizens come together to overcome barriers, rise to challenges, partner across communities, and fight for a strong future for our region. The 4th District is an important vessel in the collective heartbeat of American communities. My message to you is this: remember you are standing on a bedrock of value to our nation, because our nation thrives when we do. Congressman Randy Forbes R-4th District Chesapeake, Va.

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Operation Christmas Child countdown event

2 Ukrainian orphans will share ‘their inspiring stories’

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — A special Operation Christmas Child 2014 Tri-Cities countdown event will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Covenant Christian Fellowship, located at 542 Southpark Blvd. Pastors, church groups, mission coordinators, civic organizations, as well as the general public, are encouraged to attend the event, which will feature two 16-year-old Ukrainian orphans who will share how a simple shoebox

Woodlawn Baptist Church group holding ‘Prayer Walk’

changed their lives. Pat Mcgowan, coordinator for the Shoebox Angels in Colonial Heights, said “come and hear Ira and Rostik share their inspiring stories from abandonment to hope. Neither teen could speak English when they were adopted by a Virginia family last November,” she said. “Now, they would like to express their gratitude in a presentation about how a small gift from the ‘outside world’ gave them hope. “... hear how you can give a child hope in one of the darkest corners of the earth by packing a shoebox filled with school supplies, hygiene items and toys,” said Mcgowan. The Southeast Virginia team is preparing to collect more than 9,100 shoeboxes this year.

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WEEKLY CALENDAR TODAY SEPTEMBER

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 SEPTEMBER

in the artwork exhibits. For more information, call 804-536-0011 or go online at www.sidestreetgallery127.com . COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The public is invited to join members of Woodlawn Baptist Church at 9 a.m. Saturday as they walk through neighborhoods praying for their friends, neighbors, schools and community. Woodlawn Baptist Church is located at 3120 Woodlawn Ave. For more information, call the church at 526-2179.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER

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. CHESTER — The Southern Knights Cruisers Inc. car club holds a weekly cruise-in from 5 to 9:30 p.m., weather permitting, at Hardees off Old Stage Road in Chester. Over 150 antique cars, street rods, classics, muscle cars, and custom cars and trucks can be seen. Music from the 1950s and ‘60s from Wolfman John can be heard. Event is free to the public. For more information, call Ricky Williams at 804-526-8865 or visit www.southernknightscruisers.com. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Oldies But Goodies Classic Cruizers Inc., based in Chester, holds a weekly cruise-in in Colonial Heights from 5 to 9 p.m. each Saturday at the parking lot in front of Ashley’s Furniture and Books-A-Million next to Southpark Mall. This is open to all car and truck enthusiasts that enjoy reminiscing about their antiques, muscle and custom cars, classics, and hot rods. For more information visit the website at www.obgcc.com, or call Bill or Jane Bennett at 307-3425. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Side Street Gallery, located at 127-129 Pickwick Ave., will host a first anniversary party from 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the gallery. There will be live music provided by Jean LaBelle. The event will also include originial artwork on display, a raffle and refreshments. Proceeds from beverage sales benefit the Colonial Heights American Legion Auxiliary. Artwork from the Chester Art Association will be included

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 — Wesley United Methodist Church will dedicate its new ﬂag poles with the Scouts and special visitors from Fort Lee following the 11 a.m. service on Sunday.

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Stress and Anger

MONDAY SEPTEMBER

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. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Square dancing classes, sponsored by Colonial Heights Parks and Recreation, will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. at Colonial Heights High School. The ﬁrst two nights are free. For more information, contact Martha Newton, 804-733-4663.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER

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, extension cord and work in progress. For more information call 804-520-9220. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Public Library is offering its fall story time sessions on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. through Dec. 10. 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.

CHESTERFIELD — Chesterfield County Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center is facilitating an anonymous community-support group for victims of domestic and sexual violence on the second and fourth Tuesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. If you are interested in attending, call 804-318-8265 for details. This support group is confidential. Anything you say is kept in strict confidence, as is the location. You do not need to use your name unless you choose to do so. The group’s goal is to support, encourage and provide resources to participants. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Alzheimer’s Association will sponsor a support group meeting at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Care Advantage, 3509 Boulevard. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course begins Tuesday. The training will run from 6-10 p.m. at the PSB - Fire Administration, 100-B Highland Ave. Training is free and will include disaster preparedness and response, basic fire safety, first aid, search and rescue techniques, emergency communications, and disaster psychology. For more information or to register, call 524-8773. CHESTERFIELD — The Chesterfield/Colonial Heights Community Criminal Justice Board will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Commonwealth Attorney’s Conference Room at the Chesterfield County Courthouse, 9500 Courthouse Road. For more information, call 804-318-8217.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER

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 fall story time sessions on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. through Dec. 10. 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 12th Virginia, Co. C, Petersburg New Grays will meet at 7 p.m. at the Colonial Heights Public Library, 1000 Yacht Basin Drive. For more information, contact C.L. Helmer at 526-0724.

The public is invited to join members of Woodlawn Baptist Church at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 20, as they walk through the neighborhoods praying for their friends, neighbors, schools, and community. This group meets on the third Saturday of each month. Woodlawn Baptist Church is located at 3120 Woodlawn Ave. For more information contact the church at 526-2179.

PETERSBURG — The American Lung Association Better Breathers Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Petersburg, 95 Medical Park Blvd. All patients with chronic lung conditions, as well as their families/friends are invited to attend. For more information, contact Kim Brandveen at 504-8100 or kim.brandveenAhealthsouth.com.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Dunlop House Assisted Living and Dementia Care will join Crater Community Hospice in presenting a Caregivers Support Group starting Thursday. The group will meet every other Thursday through Dec. 4. Registration is required in advance as dates and locations are subject to change. This Thursday meeting will be held at Dunlop House, located at 235 Dunlop Farms Blvd. The event is free and open to the public. For more information or to register, contact Cox at 804-840-6454 or by email pcox@cratercommunityhospice.org 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 — 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 — The Colonial Heights Senior Citizens Club will observe its fourth Thursday tradition, a luncheon at the Great China Buffet restaurant. Reservations must be made in advance by calling Joan Light at 526-5884. Any resident of Colonial Heights, age 50 and older, are invited to join this club, which meets on Thursdays. For more information, call 526-3497. 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 Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Dante’s Pizzeria. For more information, call Ralph Dunn, secretary, at 748-4810.

Calendar listings

The Colonial Voice will publish a listing of events in the community each week. The goal is to highlight the nonproﬁt, social, fraternal or self-help groups in the region. The deadline for submitting items is at noon Monday for the Friday newspaper. Submit calendar items to newsroom@progress-index. com or to The Progress-Index, 15 Franklin St., Petersburg, VA 23803.

Survival Skills for Healthy Aging

Assisted Living and Specialized Alzheimer’s Care

804-520-0050

235 Dunlop Farms Blvd., Colonial Heights www.DunlopHouse.com Coordinated Services Management, Inc. Professional Management of Retirement Communities Since 1981

Dunlop House Assisted Living and Dementia Care hosts another Survival Skills for Healthy Aging “Dash and Dine” educational event:

Medicare and Open Enrollment Tuesday, September 30th from 3 - 5 PM

Presented By Mike Mason, Independent Insurance Agent Light Refreshments will be provided RSVP required by calling (804) 520-0050 THE EVENT WILL BE HELD AT DUNLOP HOUSE 235 DUNLOP FARMS BLVD., COLONIAL HEIGHTS. THIS IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

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CRIME The following information was provided by the Colonial Heights Police Department. • Lambert, Travis Sherrel, 29, of the 5700 block of Church Road, Petersburg, was charged with fail to appear on Aug. 28. • Payne, Travis Alexander, 26, of the 100 block of Charlotte Ave., Colonial Heights, was charged with trespass: general and vandalism on Aug. 28. • Vaughan, Richard Ray Sr., 50, of the 1200 block of Pondola Lane, Colonial Heights, was charged with possess unavaccinated dog/ cat, possess unlicensed dog/ cat, fail to provide vet care and giving false reports to police on Aug. 28. • Dixon, Jean, 54, of the 1400 block of Meridian Ave., Colonial Heights, was charged with drunk in public on Aug. 29 at Meridian and Charlotte. • Eaton, Kenneth L., 46, of the 3000 block of Cicero Pkwy., Chester, was charged with brandish a firearm on Aug. 29 at I95 and Temple. • Maupin, Amber Marie, 21, of the 3300 block of Boston St., Hopewell, was charged with larceny: petit on Aug. 29 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • Ferrell, James Daniel, 41, of the 2500 block of Mountain Road, Glen Allen, was charged with larceny: petit on Aug. 30 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • Freeman, Anita K., 44, of the 20500 block of Cox Road, Sutherland, was charged with driving under the influence on Aug. 30 at Snead and Temple. • Hawkins, Nicholas D., 35, of the 500 block of Lyons Ave., Colonial Heights, was charged with burglary: felony intent, assault & battery: family member, larceny: grand and kidnapping/ abduction on Aug. 30. • Jones, Cherlyn Danita, 53, of the 2400 block of Gainsborough Court, Parkville, Md., was charged with larceny: petit on Aug. 30 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • Middleton, Cinnamon Patrice, 21, of the 200 block of N. Sycamore st., Petersburg, was charged with larceny: petit on Aug. 30 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • White, Roderick Lamont, 24, of the 3100 block of Wester n St., Hopewell, was charged with fail to appear on Aug. 30. • Coleman, Ebony Evon, 30, of the 21300 block of Rutledge Ave., Chester, was charged with fail to appear on Aug. 31. • Coleman, Kenya Clarita, 18, of the 15000 block of Broadwater Way, Chester, was charged with larceny: shoplifting under $200 on Aug. 31 in the 100 block of Southgate Square. • Lynch, Ebony C., 30, of

the 21300 block of Rutledge Ave., Chesterfield, was charged with fail to appear on Aug. 31. • Nalls, Margaret Varney, 30, of the 9500 block of Benbow Road, North Chesterfield, was charged with driving under the influence and refuse breath test on Aug. 31 at Boulevard and Ellerslie. • Washington, Denzel Avery, 23, of the 15900 block of Templeton Road, Disputanta, was charged with fail to appear on Aug. 31. • Carter, Xavier Marquez, 35, of the 5300 block of County Drive, Petersburg, was charged with larceny: petit on Sept. 1. • Cutchins, Ray Loving Jr., 47, of Colonial Heights, was charged with drunk in public on Sept. 1 in the 3100 block of Boulevard. • Smith, Angela Dawn, 36, of the 500 block of Highland Ave., Colonial Heights, was charged with larceny: petit and vandalism on Sept. 1 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • Smith, Torina Aislynn, 18, of the 9100 block of Whirlaway Trail, Midlothian, was charged with larceny: petit and vandalism on Sept. 1 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • Wright, Aleesha L., 27, of the 1700 block of Johnson Road, Petersburg, was charged with larceny: petit on Sept. 1 in the 600 block of Southpark Blvd. • Anderson Steven Lamont, 45, of the 300 block of Charlotte Ave., Colonial Heights, was charged with perjury on Sept. 2. • Brown, Rondale, 26, of the 1200 block of Grant Ave., Petersburg, was charged with fail to appear on Sept. 2. • David, Brian Prosphere Jr., 22, of the 14700 block of Turner Wotton Pkwy., Upper Marlboro, Md., was charged with larceny: petit on Sept. 2 in the 2700 block of Conduit Road. • Wynn Floyd L. III, 23, of the 500 block of Owens Way, Prince George, was charged with probation: violation on Sept. 2. • Brandenburg, Dylan Matthew, 22, of the 1300 block of Central Ave., Hopewell, was charged with fail to provide shelter, allow K9 to run at large and possess unlicensed dog/cat on Sept. 3. • Frazier, Jason Christopher, 33, of the 9600 block of S. Chesterfield, was charged with probation: violation on Sept. 3. • Gonzalez, Josue, 28, of the 14200 block of Gala Court, Chester, was charged with fail to appear on Sept. 3. • Harrell, Amanda Margaret, 32, of the 16500 block of Harrowgate Road, Chesterfield, was charged with probation: violation on Sept. 3. • Sokol, Sheila Kay, 48, of the 1200 block of Boulevard, Colonial Heights, was charged with fail to appear on Sept. 3. • Cochran, Regina Leigh, 37, of the 900 block of Hardy

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Fort Lee honors those who lost their lives on 9/11 BY KATHERINE JOHNSON STAFF WRITER

FORT LEE — A former Marine and New York City firefigher spoke about how he escaped the rubble at the World Trade Center 13 years ago during a regional remembrance ceremony Thursday morning, Sept. 11, in honor of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks. Clarence Singleton recounted the events of Sept. 11, 2001, for emergency responders from the Tri-

Cities and the military community at the ceremony. Singleton served as a firefighter for 22 years and retired in 2000. On the day of the attacks, he was acting as a volunteer when he went to Ground Zero and helped other emergency responders. It wasn’t his first time responding to an attack at the World Trade Center. Singleton’s unit responded to an attack in 1993 and saved several lives. Please see HONOR, Page 6

Woman wounded by officer is charged with attempted capital murder COLONIAL HEIGHTS — A South Carolina woman shot and wounded after pulling a gun on a city police officer has been charged with attempted capital murder of a police officer. Melissa D. Alexander, 43, of Jackson, S.C., was charged after her release from VCU Medical Center on Sept. 9, Virginia State Police said. She also was charged with use of a firearm while attempting to commit capital murder. Both charges are felonies. Following a police pursuit Aug. 24, Alexander exited her vehicle and “threatened the Colonial Heights police officer with a handgun,” Sgt. Steven Vick said in a statement. Alexander was shot several

times by the officer and was treated at VCU Medical Center in Richmond for non-life threatening injuries. Upon her release from the hospital, she was transferred to Riverside Regional Jail in Prince George. The investigation into the shooting continues under the lead of the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Police Shooting Investigative Team from the Richmond Field Office. Colonial Heights Police Chief Jeffrey Faries requested that state police investigate the shooting. Once the investigation is concluded, the findings will be turned over to Colonial Heights Commonwealth’s Attorney William Bray for a final review and decision on prosecution.

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el. Kirk Cox, R-Colonial Heights, held his annual “Thank You Breakfast” on Saturday, Sept. 6, for more than 100 volunteers and elected officials from around the 66th District. Cox, the House of Delegates Majority Leader, said in his opening remarks that “without your support and volunteer effort, I would not have the strong backing of voters in the 66th District that allows me to represent your values in the House of Delegates. I am very fortunate to have so many volunteers that have been with me all CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS these years.” Congressman Randy Forbes, R-4th District, speaks to attendees at Del. Kirk Cox’s annual appreciaCox was particularly pleased that tion breakfast for his volunteers. five young interns who had worked in his office over the summer were able to attend the breakfast. “It is good to see our young people being involved in the political process. I was fortunate to have students from the University of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richard Bland College and Thomas Dale High School working in our office. They were a great help with constituent services, campaign activities, and setting up this breakfast.” While the focus of — Congressman Randy Forbes, R-4th District Congressman Randy Forbes, R-4th District, talks with volunteers the breakfast was on at a breakfast table during the appreciation event hosted by Del. thanking his volunKirk Cox. teers, Cox invited 4th District Congressman most frequently asked questions I medication, positive results were J. Randy Forbes to hear from people today is, ‘Are you uncertain. His father-in-law took the recalled the Democrat majority make keynote remarks. Cox, in his optimistic or pessimistic about the medication and four years later “he used to seat Republicans on either introduction of Forbes, stated they future of America?’ I normally has more energy than he has had served together in the House of Del- side of the majority members in answer that I choose to be optimisfor 20 years.” egates starting in 1990 when Repub- committee meetings so they could tic.” Forbes then used that analogy in not talk to each other. He also recoglicans had just 39 seats in the 100He then told a gripping story of terms of America’s future. “I choose nized Cox for being a “good man” member chamber. Forbes was subhow his father-in-law, Spur, had to to be optimistic. There is no other who stood up for his beliefs even sequently elected to the Virginia make a life or death choice on a nation like America, and I believe when the majority party strongly Senate in 1997 and elected to Conmedical treatment. If he did not that if, like Spur, we make the tough disagreed with his points. gress in 2001. take medication that could have choices, we may just find that a few Forbes opened the main thrust of very serious side effects, he would Forbes elicited chuckles from his Please see COX, Page A6 his remarks saying, “One of the die in six months. Even with the Republican audience when he

“I choose to be optimistic. There is no other nation like America, and I believe that if .... we make the tough choices, we may just find that a few years from now, America has more spring than ever in her step — and the world will wonder again how they doubted us.”

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Colonial Heights Technical Center, 3451 Conduit Road. Check-in will begin at 8 a.m. and the training will conclude by 12 p.m. Survivor Day attendees will learn how to survive in their home without power for at least 72 hours and what to take with them should they need to leave their homes in a hurry. Interested residents should register online at www.SurvivorDay.com. Those without inter net access may call the Richmond Regional Planning

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CHURCH DIRECTORY CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH

Address: Meets at Lakeview Elementary School, 401 Taswell Ave. For more information or directions, call 520-6200, or www.christcommunitychurchva. org.

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he Colonial Heights girls field hockey team outlasted the rainy

weather. And the Indians. The team recorded a 5-3 win over Southhampton on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at Colonial Heights High School. Casey Ridpath and Rebecca Barlow scored two goals each. Taylor Hanson also scored a goal for the Colonials. Top: Fans brave the weather to watch the Colonial Heights girls field hockey team take on Southhampton during a rainy matchup on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The Colonials claimed the victory, 5-3. Right top: Colonial Heights’ Casey Ridpath (7) celebrates one of her two goals against Southhampton during the rainy matchup on Sept. 9 at the high school. Right center: Colonial Heights’ Mikayla McCann (5) and Southhampton’s Savannah Blum (19) face off during a rainy field hockey matchup on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at Colonial Heights High School. Right bottom: Colonial Heights’ Casey Ridpath (7) chases Southhampton’s Miranda Joyner (23) during the field hockey matchup on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at Colonial Heights High School.

COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Chamber of Commerce, along with the Petersburg Chamber of Commerce, are offering local citizens a unique opportunity to experience the Chinese culture, history and business. Through a partnership with Citslinc International, the chambers are offering a trip to China on April 11-19, 2015. The trip includes stops in Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou with opportunities to visit historic sites like the Great Wall of China and Tian An Men Square. There is also an opportunity to visit with a local Chinese business. The meeting is optional and requires filling out an inquiry form indicating what type of business or industry you are interested in learning more about. “We’re excited to work together with the Colonial Heights Chamber to organize a Discover China Tour,” said Danielle Fits-Hugh, Petersburg Chamber president and CEO. “This is an excellent opportunity to be introduced to China. It’s extremely affordable and includes visits to major cities, various economic zones and major historical sites.” The trip includes airfare from New York City, hotel accommodations at 4 & 5 star hotels, three full meals a day, and professional drivers and tour operators. The cost is $2,599 for Chamber members and $2,799 for non-Chamber members. Some of the highlights include visiting the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Ming Tombs, and The Bund. More details about the trip are posted on the chambers’ websites. In Colonial Heights visit www.colonialheightschamber.com or contact Roger in the Colonial Heights Chamber office by phone at 804 526-5872 or Roger.Green@c olonialheightschamber.com.

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years from now, America has more spring than ever in her step – and the world will wonder again how they doubted us.” Forbes highlighted three areas that need hard changes quickly to get American back on the right footing. He said we need to turn around the increasing number of regulations that are running business into the ground leaving so many Americans unemployed, strengthen our military to give the world the American leadership it needs, and we need to ensure we keep the rights guaranteed in the Constitution, like freedom of religion. “America,” he said, “is the backstop for freedom; if we focus on one issue at a time, our nation will come out better.” Forbes’ message resonated with the crowd. Typical of the mood of the crowd was the view of Colonial Heights resident, Al Wagner. “Randy Forbes has the unique ability to reach the normal people he represents, industry leaders and politicians and explain the complex in terms all can understand. He makes me

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It’s “always tough for me to talk about this topic,” he said as he be g an his address. He described the scene in 2001 as a “ghost town” when he arrived; a layer of dust had settled. Singleton worked at the base of the South Tower, which had already collapsed. As he was working, he heard a loud bang and realized the second tower was coming down. He started to

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Del Kirk Cox, R- 66th District, and Congressman J. Randy Forbes, 4th Distirct, pose with the five young people who interned with Cox and attended the breakfast. From left to right are: Athena Dufour from the University of Virginia; Del. Cox; Kirsten Nash from Richard Bland College; Congressman Forbes; Jake Salmons from Virginia Commonwealth University; and Zachary Bramble and Matthew Bartilotti, both from Thomas Dale High School. understand there is much more at stake than politics. He literally inspires me to become a better person and to work to make America better.” Cox ended the program by stating the importance of electing Ed Gillespie to the United States Senate. He noted the positive actions

Forbes outlined, but stated “without a Republican Senate, they will not become law. Mark Warner’s vote keeps Harry Reid as leader of the Senate where he refuses to take up bills passed by the House!” Cox also read a letter from Gillespie who was campaigning in another

area of Virginia. Gillespie made points similar to Forbes. “Our anemic economy is not somehow a matter of fate, but the result of Mark Warner’s job killing policies, and the right policies will turn things around. The ‘new normal’ is the old mediocre, and we can do better.”

run to escape the collapse zone of the building, but fell and dislocated his shoulder. “I was on my hands and knees and I was waiting to die,” Singleton said. He thought he was going to suffocate; that’s when his firefighter training kicked in. He decided to feel his way around and found a wall he was able to scale with his good arm to get out of the rubble. Singleton was treated at a nearby hospital for his injuries and still isn’t sure how he made it out of the destruction. He stayed in

New York City for several years after the attacks, but moved around before settling in Virginia. “It was too much for me,” Singleton, who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, said of the noise and crowds in New York City. Singleton is reminded of the attacks in what can be everyday occurrences, such as watching TV. “When I see dust clouds, I’m back at the World Trade Center,” he said. Singleton is now a motivational speaker and author. He earned a Purple Heart for his service in

Vietnam, where he tried to save the lives of those in his unit during a rocket attack. He married his wife two years ago on Sept. 11 to start a new chapter in life. T h e c e re m o ny a l s o included a wreath laying in honor of the victims, the p l ay i n g o f “A m a z i n g Grace” by St. Andrew’s Legion Pipes and Drums and the 392nd Army Band, and a final roll call for the fallen. • Katherine Johnson may be reached at 804-722-5154 or kjohnson@progress-index. com.

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