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LOCAL Turkey Trot COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Turkey Trot is a 5K and I Mile Fun/Run/Walk on Thanksgiving morning designed to celebrate healthy living in Colonial Heights and to support our Colonial Heights Public Schools. The event is sponsored by the Colonial Heights Chamber of Commerce and is held at Colonial Heights High School, 3600 Conduit Road. The run/walk begins at 9 a.m. Same-day registration runs from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. The cost is $10 per person. Thanksgiving themed costumes/hats are encouaged. To pre-register or for more information, call (804) 526-5872.
Santa’s Workshop COLONIAL HEIGHTS — City children are invited to join Santa and his Elves to decorate Christmas ornaments, cookies and more while enjoying live holiday music performances. Santa’s Workshop will be held from 5-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Courthouse, located at 550 Boulevard. Ornaments made during Santa’s workshop may be placed on the city’s tree prior to the official tree lighting, which will follow the workshop. The cost to participate in the workshop is $5 each. To register, contact the Recreation and Parks office at (804) 520-9390.
Tree lighting COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The city will host its annual Christmas Tree Lighting at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Courthouse, 550 Boulevard. The event is free and will feature live musical performances and dance routines that begin at 6 p.m. For more information, call (804) 520-9390.
Christmas parade COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The city’s 62nd Annual Christmas Parade will begin at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 on the Boulevard. For more information, call (804) 520-9390.
Meeting date change COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The regular scheduled City Council meeting of Tuesday, Dec. 9, has been changed to Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 5:30 p.m. All meetings are held in Council Chambers of City Hall, 201 James Ave.
Cutest Pet Contest COLONIAL HEIGHTS - The city’s Recreation and Parks is hosting a free Cutest Pet Contest for city residents only. Contest entrants are asked to submit a copy of their favorite pet photo along with contact information and a caption. Photos should be dropped off at Shepherd Stadium, 901 Meridian Ave. Gift cards to Petsmart will be awarded to first through third place winners of the contest. The deadline to submit photos is Dec. 5.
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Colonial Heights High School Band drummer Christian Davis plays at a home football game on Sept. 12. Davis won the opportunity to march in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. LEAH SMALL/PROGRESS-INDEX PHOTO
CHHS drummer to perform in Macy’s Day parade By Leah Small Staff Writer
COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Christian Davis, drummer for the Colonial Heights Marching Colonials, has been playing the drums since sixth grade and has played in front of crowds for years. But this Thanksgiving Day, he will likely perform before the biggest audience he will ever experience. Davis, a senior, will represent Colonial Heights High School as one of 185 student musicians from across the country marching in the 88th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Davis is set to join the drumline of the 2014 Macy’s Great American Marching band to be watched by 2.5 million spectators lining the streets, and 50 million TV viewers. Davis sets off for New York on Nov. 22, and will spend the days before Thanksgiving rehearsing and sightseeing. His face lit up
when he spoke of going to New York for the first time. “I’m definitely excited to see Times Square,” he said. Davis said that he had a hard time even believing that he was selected. “I freaked out and I was really excited. I was super ecstatic and I was really happy. I just couldn’t wait to tell everyone,” he said. His parents, Diana and Allen Davis, are also traveling to New York to watch their son perform. The straight-A high school senior, plans on studying music theory and education at James Madison University. Part of what Davis loves about music is the camaraderie he feels as the member of a band. “I really love just being able to put something together with the whole band and the whole process of making music and bringing it together is really amazing,” he said. Davis started playing the
drums in sixth grade and said that now he can “play anything in percussion” from the xylophone to the snare drum. The musician also dreams of helping other young students realize their musical potential just as Kyle Flohre, Colonial Heights High School band director, has done for him. Under Flohre’s guidance, other students have been selected to perform with well-known bands. In 2013, CHHS band member Lizzy Kunde was selected to perform with the U.S. Army All-American Band at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl in Texas. CHHS band member Brendan Cutrer was selected for the honor the year prior. “I would love to be able to change students’ lives the way my band director has over the last couple of years,” he said. Diana Davis said that a career in the field of music was perfect for her son, even though he also studies drama and sings in the
chorus at Colonial Heights High School. “I can’t really see him doing anything else actually, it’s been such a big part of his life,” she said. To become part of the Macy’s Great American Marching band, high school music students must submit a written application and a video of them playing. The band also accepts 40 students for flagline and dance, in addition to the 185 musicians. The family spent the last few months working to make payments on the $2,500 trip, and also raised funds with bake sales and a profile on gofundme.com. “He’ll make it. We’ll do what we’ve got to do to make sure he gets there. It’s too good of an opportunity for him to pass up,” Diana Davis said. Leah Small may be reached at 722-5172 or lsmall@progressindex.com
COMMUNITY CLOSE-UP
Diane Stark, 2014 ChesterfieldColonial Heights Christmas Mother Q: Tell us about your role with this group. A: I am the Christmas Mother for 2014, and it is a huge honor to carry forward this message to the community. Q: What was the origin of the Christmas Mother program? A: It originated with Lucy Corr. She had, early on, been part of the social services department. In 1972 it was handed over to volunteers. This volunteer committee, since 1972, has been carrying on and providing for the needy children, foster children and needy elderly in Chesterfield County (and Colonial Heights). Our mission is to try to make certain that they all are given
an opportunity to have a joyful Christmas - an opportunity for toys, food and clothing during the holiday Stark season. That’s our mission and that’s where we still find our heart. Q: How long have you been involved with the Christmas Mother group? A: I’ve been with the program for seven years. I’m a short-term member. We have members who have been here since the beginning in the ‘70s! We look forward to anyone who would
like to join us. We are a group of about 55 volunteers. (We have) very little overhead. We are good stewards of the money we get. Q: Tell us about yourself. A: I am a retired nurse. I have worked in several hospitals, the last being Bon Secours School of Nursing. We have lived here for 30 years. We have two children … and one granddaughter. Q: How can people help at this time of the year? A: We need our community support. This is a program that comes about just because of the generosity of people. If you need a place to open up your heart to this Christmas season, the
Christmas Mother would be a good place to put it.
For More Information: You can contact the Christmas Mother office by phone at (804)748-1183, by e-mail at cchchristmasmother@gmail. com, online at http://www. cchchristmasmother.com or contributions may be mailed payable to the ChesterfieldColonial Heights Christmas Mother, PO Box 2500, Chesterfield VA 23832 or on the website. The ChesterfieldColonial Heights Christmas Mother is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, charitable organization.
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A lesson from history: We must care for veterans
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ne hundred years ago, World War I began. The end of that horrific conflict on the 11th day of the 11th month at 11 a.m. spawned the American tradition of Veterans Day, a national holiday where we honor everyone who has served in the US Armed Forces. This year, as in the past, we will hold ceremonies honoring those that served. But we must do more. As the number of veterans increase as we bring home soldiers from the battlefields of Afghanistan — who are joining their comrades that recently returned from the battlefields of Iraq — there is much we need to do. In addition to welcoming home our troops, we as a nation need to make sure they have the support systems in place to transition them to civilian life and to heal the wounds of war — both physical and mental. As with the veterans of World War 1, we have not done well by our troops. As World War I drew to a close in 1918, millions of American veterans returned home to the promise of a cash bonus — compensation for their overseas service. There was a catch, though: The money would not be paid out until 1945. With the Great Depression leaving many out of work, the veterans needed help. So they marched on Washington in 1932 as a “Bonus Army.” And how did we treat them? We used federal troops to rout the veterans from their camps. Now, veterans are returning from war to a Veterans Affairs health system mired in scandal. Investigations found that over 100,000 veterans across the country at multiple VA hospitals never received treatment following interminable waiting times. Criminal investigations found that VA officials were falsifying data on wait times. In the past years, bills have been passed, reforms have been announced, and a new Secretary of Veteran Affairs has been appointed. But will that be enough? With the number of suicides at a record high in the military and with the recognition that Posttraumatic Stress Disorder afflicts many returning from combat, is the nation prepared to help the increasing number of veterans returning from war? Unfortunately, the short answer appears to be no. But that may be changing. At least the issue has the attention of lawmakers and the public. And with public pressure, lasting changes can be made. But it will take the continued effort of all of us to keep the pressure on Washington so that veterans get the treatment they have earned. This year, let’s make sure Veterans Day is not just one day of ceremonies.
YOUR VIEWS
Congress believes veterans are not worth the dollars The elections are over, back to business with Congress as they have many unsettled issues in need of attention. The VA scandal is still a priority for Congress to settle. Although the VA has made some progress toward veterans care and benefits improvements, it is not yet 100 percent thought out. Our Congress needs transparency in bipartisanship and held accountable. A quote by Theodore Roosevelt, "A man who is good enough to shed his blood for the country is good enough to be given a square deal afterwards." We veterans need a square deal for survival and better quality of life; is it not too much to ask for? Many thousands of veterans are sick with PTSD and severe illnesses with little to no resolve. the most critical of our veterans groups is the Vietnam War veteran. Tens of thousands continue to combat illnesses associated with the herbicide Agent Orange. The group of veterans mostly ignored by the VA are thosewho served at sea in that war known as Blue Water Navy; many are infected with Agent Orange. House Bill HR-543 is still active in Congress with over 55 percent Congressional support it is stalled in the Veterans Affairs Committee. Financial support for this bill amounts to approx. $7 to 9 billion spread out over seven to 10 years; after that there will be none of us left. We give hundreds of billions to foreign countries some of which hate us, yet not a dime to our veterans; what is wrong with this picture. It goes to show veterans are low priority. Americans call your members of Congress demand they pass HR-543. John J. Bury Media, Pa.
Teach children about healthy relationships I’m writing in response to a recent article about teen dating abuse that appeared in The Progress-Index. Thank you for helping to raise awareness about this important issue. When young people are involved in unhealthy relationships, there is a good chance that as adults they will continue the pattern and become involved with abusive partners. Teaching children about healthy friendships, dating relationships, and respect for self and others can seem like a daunting task. If you are a parent, teacher, or youth group leader and would like assistance in addressing these issues, Flor Lopez, Children and Youth Education coordinator, at the James House can provide support and information to help you get those conversations started. She is also available to facilitate interactive educational presentations for children and teens, giving them the knowledge and tools to identify, build, and maintain healthy relationships. Flor can be reached by calling 804-458-2704 extension 230 or by emailing flor@ thejameshouse.org. Celebrating 25 years of exemplary service, The James House provides support, advocacy and education for people affected by sexual violence, domestic violence and stalking, to
empower them to become healthy, safe, and self-sufficient. The only nonprofit agency in the Tri-Cities area accredited by the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance, all James House services are cost-free and confidential. To learn more, call 458-2704, visit www. thejameshouse.org; or email helpline@ thejameshouse.org. Our new online video series, The 26th Story, commissioned for our 25th anniversary, will tell 25 stories from survivors that we have helped and community members who have helped us to make a difference. We will release a new video on YouTube every 2 weeks throughout 2014. What will the 26th story be? Stay tuned to The James House YouTube Channel and Facebook page to find out. Jane Clayborne Director of Community Relations The James HouseHopewell
Require presidents to submit a balanced budget Although the United States faces two years of divided government, having a Democratic president and Republican Congress need not bring total gridlock. This is an opportunity to pass reforms that will not take effect until 2017 or later, when either party may hold the White House or Congress, and the partisan impact of such reforms is unclear. One such bill would reform the budget process by requiring future presidents to submit a balanced budget to Congress. This could be phased in, allowing the president to show steadily shrinking deficits for perhaps the first five years, and a balanced budget from that point forward. A balanced budget proposal from the president would provide an important starting point for the debate over government spending. It would force the president and his cabinet to determine priorities. Congress, in their budget debates, would have to explain why additional spending was so important that it would justify running a deficit. The last time that this nation had a Democratic president and a Republican Congress, they balanced the budget while also cutting taxes. Surely President Obama and the 114th Congress can agree on this modest legislation, a small first step toward a balanced budget. Peter J. Thomas Chairman Americans for Constitutional Liberty/ The Conservative Caucus Warrenton, Va.
Five things you never knew about Veterans Day Daily, we are surrounded by heroes. There are men and women in our neighborhoods, sitting next to us in our churches, coaching our children's soccer teams, and standing next to us at the gas station, who have made selfless commitments, faced harrowing situations, and borne the weariness of battle. On Veterans Day, we are once again reminded of the ways in which our freedoms and liberties have been preserved by the dedicated service of the men and women in our Armed
Forces. How much do you know about the history and vision behind Veterans Day? Here are five things you may not have known about this federal holiday. ■ Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day and it’s always on November 11th. On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918, fighting between the Allied nations and Germany ceased with an armistice. Armistice Day, established in 1919, was set aside to honor veterans of World War I. Decades later, Veterans Service Organizations pushed for Congress to replace Armistice with the word Veterans. It wasn't until 1954 that Veterans Day became a day to honor all Veterans. When President Woodrow Wilson issued the declaration for the observance, he said the day should “be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service, and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations...” ■ Veterans Day and Memorial Day are similar, but serve different purposes. Memorial Day honors those individuals in our U.S. Armed Forces who died while serving our nation. Veterans Day honors all of those who have served in our Armed Forces honorably during war or peace, either living or deceased. ■ The first unknown soldier was buried at Arlington National Cemetery on November 11, 1921. Arlington National Cemetery now holds a Veterans Day National Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier each year on Veterans Day. It begins precisely at 11 a.m. Engraved on the tomb are the words, “Here rests in honored glory an American Soldier Known but to God.” ■ Americans often wear poppies on Veterans Day. This vibrant red flower is known for thriving on disturbed soil and symbolically represents those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Although poppies are traditionally associated with Memorial Day, many individuals choose to wear poppies on Veterans Day, too, in honor of those who lost their lives in service. ■ There are over 89,000 veterans living in Virginia's Fourth Congressional District and nearly 800,000 veterans living in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our congressional district has one of the highest veterans’ populations in the nation. That’s 89,981 unique reasons we, as citizens of the Fourth District, have to observe Veterans Day. As you go about your day this Veterans Day, take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices our service members have made for our nation. Fly an American flag. Shake hands with veterans to say thank you. Participate in local parades to honor the living. Wear poppies to remember the fallen. Talk to your children about how we’re free because of the brave. Read more about the history of Veterans Day on the Department of Veterans Affairs website. Show our veterans that we are grateful to be surrounded by men and women of such courage. Congressman Randy Forbes R-4th District Chesapeake, Va.
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Friday and Saturday ■ The Colonial Heights
High School Theatre Department will present “Mirrors” and “Voices” at 7 p.m. Friday and at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday in the Colonial Heights High School Jane Bryant Auditorium, 3600 Conduit Road, Colonial Heights. Some content may not be suitable for small children. The cost is $5 for students with ID and $7 for adults. For tickets, email Genese_Gee-Schmidtke@ colonialhts.net
Saturday ■ A portion of East Cawson Street in Downtown Hopewell will be closed for the inaugural “Market Mingle,” a Farmer’s Market and Harvest Festival, from noon to 4
p.m. Saturday. The event will run in conjunction with the annual Kiwanis Wine Festival at the Beacon Theatre and will include live music, craft beer, fresh produce, meats, seafood, food trucks, and more. The event is free. For more info: www.hopewelldowntown. com/market. For tickets and info on the wine festival, www.hopewellwinetasting.com.
KEYSTONE TRACTOR WORKS • COLONIAL HEIGHTS All photos by Patrick Kane/Progress-Index Photos
■ St. John’s Episcopal
Church, located at 505 Cedar Lane, Hopewell, will hold its annual holiday bazaar & Brunswick stew sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. The event will feature Christmas crafts, vendors, handmade items, Elephant room items, baked goods, beautiful hand-made afghan raffle and St.John’s Brunswick stew for $6 per quart (same stew master). For more information, call 804-458-8142. ■ “Tinsel Town Bazaar”
will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Tussing Elementary School, 5501 Conduit Road. This event, sponsored by the Tussing Folks check out row after row of tractors at the Keystone Tractor Works in Colonial Heights Thursday, Nov. 6. The museum opened its doors to local veterans for tours and lunch. Elementary PTO, will also include a silent auction, food vendors and a kid zone for children ages 4-11. The bazaar is free, but there is a charge of $3 for each child to enter the kid zone, which includes games and inflatables in the gym as well as crafts for the kids to make as a gift for loved ones. Pictures will Santa will be available for $1. For more information, contact Carol Bennett at 804-240-5679 or email tussingpto@colonialhts.net
BRIEFLY
Living history programs at Petersburg National Battlefield PETERSBURG — Coming up on the weekend of November 22, Petersburg National Battlefield will be offering three different living history programs: • “Thanksgiving in the Trenches” — an annual event that focuses on what this day of thanks meant to those caught up in the Siege of Petersburg - will be held Saturday. Guided lantern tours will begin from Tour Stop 3 of the Eastern Front Unit. Tour times are 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8 p.m. Rangers will guide visitors through living history scenarios portraying a family at home, Confederates in camp and on the picket line, and a Union chaplain carrying out his duty. Each of these scenarios has a musical theme in telling the stories of these personal Thanksgiving experiences. Tours are free and reservations are required by
calling 804-732-3531, ext. 205 or email Randolph_ Watkins@nps.gov. The Eastern Front Unit is located at 5001 Siege Road. • “Mid-wifery during the 19th Century” - This program, which puts the spotlight on the life of Hannah Crawley, a 19thcentury midwife from Prince William County, will be presented from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Gen. Grant’s Headquarters Unit of Petersburg National Battlefield, in the laundry/ kitchen dependency of Appomattox Plantation, 1001 Pecan Ave., Hopewell. • On Sunday: Pegram’s Company of Virginia Light Artillery, a Civil War living history unit, will demonstrate the firing of a reproduction 12-pounder Napoleon cannon on the Petersburg National Battlefield. The demonstrations will take place at Tour Stop 3, Eastern Front Unit, 5001 Siege Road, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Between firings the cannoneers will give visitors a chance to participate in a non-firing artillery drill.
Almond Thompson leads Lonnie Walton Jr. through the Keystone Tractor Works in Colonial Heights Thursday, Nov. 6.
Chesterfield Sheriff Karl Leonard chats with veterans during a visit to the Keystone Tractor Works in Colonial Heights Thursday, Nov. 6.
You could lose track of the bright green John Deeres on display at the Keystone Tractor Works in Colonial Heights.
Dinwiddie Sheriff D.T. ‘Duck’ Adams, Keith Jones chats at the Keystone Tractor Works in Colonial Heights Thursday, Nov. 6.
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SAFE TO DRINK
Water authority warns of ‘earthy’ taste water supply. Officials also stressed that the water was CHESTERFIELD safe to drink. — Last week, the Appo“This taste is likely a m a tt o x R i v e r Wa t e r result of lack of rain and Authority said they were thus low water flows working to correct a musty through the Chesdin resor earthy taste in the local ervoir, along with certain From Staff Reports
types of algae that were in higher concentrations in the Chesdin reservoir at the end of the summer,” according to a statement issued Friday, Nov. 14. “The authority is working with our utility member’s
technical staff, including an outside expert, to quickly address this issue.” The algae organisms grow and multiply, excreting small amounts of harmless compounds into the reservoir water
that can cause a taste and odor. The taste and smell is more noticeable to some people. The water remains in compliance with federal and state standards, and ARWA said on Nov. 14 that
the changes should impact the taste and smell within a few days. ARWA provides water to Petersburg, Colonial Heights and parts of Chesterfield, Prince George and Dinwiddie.
SWIMMING SCHOLARSHIP
Magnusson signs with Liberty University
Elizabeth Magnusson of Colonial Heights High School signs her papers to attend Liberty University on a swimming scholarship during a ceremony Wednesday at CHHS. ONLY ONLINE: Check out a video of Magnusson’s signing ceremony at www.progress-index.com. PATRICK KANE/PROGRESS-INDEX
HOLIDAY CHEER
Allusions partners with Squad Up and LEAD for annual community food/clothing/toys drive From Contributed Report
PETERSBURG — Allusions Barber and Beauty, along with Squad Up Entertainment, are gearing up for the “5th Annual Food/Clothes/Toys Drive” to help Petersburg families enjoy the holiday season. T his year, L .E.A .D Me n t o r i n g h a s b e e n added as an organizer and the group’s goal is to raise 100,000 pounds of donations. Allusions and Squad Up Entertainment have made some major contributions to help the community over the past few years, and they say this 2014 holiday season will be no
different. Shahid Shabazz, owner of Allusions, said, “I feel blessed to be in the position to use my business as a tool to help the community; without the community I wouldn’t be in the position to give back, so it’s only right.” Shabazz said Allusions has worked hard to become a backbone to the citizens and communities of Petersburg by coming through year after year with events like this food/ clothes/toy drive, annual free haircuts for the business’ “Back 2 School” drive, and with constant mentoring of area youth. He said his business has also influenced other
small businesses, groups and churches to give back to their community. Kenard Williams, founder of Squad Up Entertainment, uses the Internet to help the city. “I use my internet power to inform and uplift my city; if we are all on social media, then why not use it for more than a good joke or negativity; this is an outlet to help Petersburg,” he said. Keonte Owens, founder of the LEAD mentor program (which stands for Lead by Example, Achieve by Determination), said, “The youth in Petersburg
needs help in mentoring with everyday topics and emotions, that’s where we come in.” The mentor program is for the youth in the greater Petersburg area. Shabazz calls on the community to join Allusions, Squad Up and LEAD in helping area families. Clothing, food and toy donations can be dropped off at the following sites: ■ Allusions Barber and Beauty, 33 West Washington St. ■ The Tilted Kilt, 2070 Waterside Drive, Prince George.
■ BP, 1932 East Washington St., Petersburg (down Route 36) ■ Starbucks, 790 Southpark Blvd., Colonial Heights ■ Bland Funeral Home, 137 Harrison St., Petersburg All gently used clothing and toys should be
cleaned first and all food donations should be nonperishables. Shabazz said, “We have also picked up heavy support from the social club community; there’s just too many to name ... We want to thank [everyone] in advance for helping us raise 100,000 pounds.”
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Friday, Nov. 21
DINWIDDIE — Al-Anon Family Groups for family and friends of alcoholics meets from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. each Friday at Kenwood United Methodist Church, 25200 Ritchie Ave., Petersburg. For more information, call 733-7395.
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 1-2:30 p.m. each Friday 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.
PETERSBURG — Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held each Friday at 10 a.m. at: Second Presbyterian Church, 419 W. Washington St. (round the back come upstairs). Meetings are also also held at 5:30 p.m. each Monday-Friday at the Tri-City Club, located at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in the rear of the building, (access through North Market Street in the large parking lot. The doors are at the top of the ramp). Call 24/7 for the AA hot line and more information, 452-1959.
Saturday, Nov. 22
COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2239, 14705 Jefferson Davis Highway, holds bingo each 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.
Sunday, Nov. 23
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 more information, call Evelyn at 748-2607.
COLONIAL HEIGHTS — Colonial Heights Moose Lodge 1783, 170 Moose Ave., holds bingo every Sunday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Bingo starts at 6 p.m. Food is available for a nominal fee. For directions, visit the website at www.chmoose.com or call 526-1537.
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 526-0689. Money raised supports youth projects in the community.
PETERSBURG — Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at the Tri-City Club, located at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in the rear of the building, (access through North Market Street in the large parking lot. The doors are at the top of the ramp). Call 24/7 for the AA hot line and more information, 452-1959.
CHESTERFIELD — Chesterfield County Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center hosts a free, on-going support group for survivors of domestic and sexual violence 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays. New members are welcome to join at any time. For information or to enroll, call 706-1281.
Monday, Nov. 24 COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The “Colonial Square Dancers,” a nonprofit organization, meets from 7-9 p.m. each Monday at the Colonial Heights High School cafeteria on Conduit Road. Square dancers and visitors are welcome. For more information, call 804-720-2340. 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 http://mysite.verizon. net/legion284 or call 526-5656. PETERSBURG — Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held each Monday at 10 a.m at Second Presbyterian Church, 419 W. Washington St. (round the back come upstairs). Meetings are also held at 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Tri-City Club, located at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in the rear of the building, (access through North Market Street in the large parking lot. The doors are at the top of the ramp). Call 24/7 for the AA hot line and more information, 452-1959.
Tuesday, Nov. 25 PETERSBURG — Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at: the Tri-City Club, located at St.
Colonial Heights Lions Club President Billy Potter, left, presents a $500 donation for the Lions Leader Dog Program to Lions District 24b Vice District Governor Lee Winder. Winder, his wife and granddaughter, attended the Oct. 9 Colonial Heights Lions Club meeting. Winder conducted a presentation about the Lions Leader Dog Program. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Paul’s Episcopal Church in the rear of the building, (access through North Market Street in the large parking lot. The doors are at the top of the ramp). Call 24/7 for the AA hot line and more information, 452-1959. 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 to 7:30 p.m. If you are interested in attending, call 804-318-8265 for more information. 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 monthly support group meeting at 11 a.m. the fourth Tuesday at Care Advantage, 3509 Boulevard. COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The Colonial Heights Public Library is offering its fall story time sessions on Tuesdays and 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. CHESTERFIELD - The Community Criminal Justice Board will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Chesterfield County Courthouse, located at 9500 Courthouse Road. Meetings are held in the Commonwealth
Attorney’s Conference Room. For more information, call 804-318-8217.
Wednesday, Nov. 26 COLONIAL HEIGHTS — The 12th Virginia, Co. C, Petersburg New Grays meet at 7 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Colonial Heights Public Library, 1000 Yacht Basin Drive. For more information, contact C.L. Helmer at 526-0724. 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.
PETERSBURG — Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held each Wednesday at 10 a.m. at: Second Presbyterian Church, 419 W. Washington St. (round the back come upstairs). Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are also held at 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at: the Tri-City Club, located at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in the rear of the building, (access through North Market Street in the large parking lot. The doors are at the top of the ramp). Call 24/7 for the AA hot line and more information, 452-1959.
COLONIAL HEIGHTS - The Colonial Heights Public Library is offering its fall story time sessions on Tuesdays and 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.
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Friday, Nov. 21, 2014 | The Colonial Voice, Petersburg, Va.
BOYS VOLLEYBALL
Colonial Heights’ Stuart Crinkley (13) hits during Tuesday night’s Conference 26 game hosting Midlothian. PATRICK KANE/PROGRESS-INDEX PHOTOS
Colonial Heights’ Tyler Gingerich (4) sets during Tuesday night’s Conference 26 game hosting Midlothian. PATRICK KANE/PROGRESS-INDEX PHOTOS
Colonials perfect season ends; Matoaca falls to Deep Run From Staff Reports
Colonial Heights’ Blake Cox (3) bumps during Tuesday night’s Conference 26 game hosting Midlothian.
Colonial Heights brings it in during Tuesday night’s Conference 26 game hosting Midlothian. PATRICK
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COLONIAL HEIGHTS — These Colonials cruised through regularseason play unblemished, claiming the Conference 25 championship in the process. The magical ride ended last Tuesday night. Midlothian defeated Colonial Heights 3-1 (22-25, 25-21, 25-20, 25-16) to earn a rematch against Hanover in the VHSL Class 4A Western final. The Hawks beat Maggie Walker to advance. The Colonials finished one victory shy of a berth in the state tournament. In other boys volleyball action, Deep Run swept Matoaca, 3-0 during the VHSL Class 5A South quarterfinals Tuesday, Nov. 11 at Mills Godwin High School.
NINETY-NINES
Christmas Toy Airlift collects toys for military families From Contributed Report
CHESTERFIELD — Since 2009, the Virginia Chapter of the NinetyNines has sponsored a Christmas Toy Airlift to collect toys for military families who need help in providing for their children, many of whom are injured, ill or struggling financially. In November
and December, new and unwrapped toys are taken to local airports throughout the state. Gifts are needed for children of all ages. O n S a t u r d ay, D e c . 13, pilots will fly the donations to Richmond Executive Airport, 7427 Airfield Drive, where soldiers from Fort Lee will pick them up and
transport them to the Holiday Helper Association for distribution. In Chesterfield County, a donation box is located in the lobby of Richmond Executive Airport. Residents are encouraged to bring gifts at any time from now through Dec. 13. Santa also will be flying in on Dec. 13, 10 a.m., to
visit with children and receive their donations. Entertainment will be provided throughout the day by the L.C. Bird C horus, the Bon Air Strings and Walt Street, a retired singer from the Air Force Band. King’s Corner restaurant will be open for lunch. In addition to toys,
gifts and gift cards (Visa or MasterCard preferred, or cards to Target, WalMart, local restaurants or stores) are needed for the veterans at McGuire Veterans Hospital. They also need clothing (larger sizes of men’s and women’s underwear, socks, sweat pants and shirts) and toiletries (8-12 oz. containers of
deodorant, body wash, lotion, alcohol-free mouthwash, toothpaste and denture cleanser and adhesive) For more information, contact Barbara Headley, 804-580-4624 or barbaraheadley@ va.metrocast.net, or Joyce Meier, 804-9323641 or joyce.meier@ n4mw.com.
Faith Baptist Address: 1226 W. Roslyn Road. For more information call 526-8189 or visit mysite.verizon.net/ FBC316/. Faith and Hope Outreach Center Address: 101 Highland Avenue. For more information, call 526-3667. Fellowship Baptist Church Address: 21000 Chesterfield Avenue, Ettrick. For more information call 526-6184 or 590-2277. Highland Methodist Address: 125 E. Westover Avenue. For more information, call 526-3870. Immanuel Baptist Address: 620 Lafayette Avenue. For more information, call 526-3276 or www.ibc4family.com. Ivey Memorial U.M. Church Address: 17120 Jefferson Davis Highway. For more information, call 526-1350. Life Church
Address: 16801 Harrowgate Road. For info on Sunday services and other Life changing ministries and activities go to www.visitlifechurch. org, or e-mail wanda@ visitlifechurch.org or call 526-7000. Lifeline Fellowship Church Services are held at Salem Church Elementary School, 9600 Salem Church Road, in Chesterfield. For more information, call 804-839-3136. Lyons Avenue Bible Church Address: 516 Lyons Avenue. For more information, call 520-7813. Lutheran Church of our Redeemer Address: 1769 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg. For more information, call 732-8567 between 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Mount Calvary Baptist Church Address: 19600
Halloway Avenue, Matoaca. For more information, call 590-2094. Mount Pleasant Baptist Address: 3110 Greenwood Avenue. For more information, call 526-0816. Oaklawn Baptist Address: 7925 Hickory Road, Chesterfield. For more information, call 804-526-5649. Prayer Vigil Ministry The Tri-Cities Prayer Vigil Ministry has a prayer line open for prayer requests seven days a week including holidays from 7 p.m. to midnight. Local number is 804-4256370, 804-861-2609 and toll-free long distance 1-800-443-3155. Someone is always available to take calls. Prince of Peace Outreach Center Address: 107 Pickwick Avenue. For more information or transportation, call Overseer Walter J. Mason at 834-2356. St. Ann Catholic Church
Address: 17111 Jefferson Davis Highway. For more information, call 526-2548. St. Michael’s Episcopal Church Address: The corner of Ellerslie Avenue and Old Town Drive. For more information, call 526-1790. Swift Creek Baptist Church Address: 18510 Branders Bridge Road. For more information, call 520-1211. Walthall Baptist Church Address: 14001 Woods Edge Road. For more information, call 530-8011. Wesley Methodist Address: 3701 Conduit Road. For more information, call 526-3700 or visit www.wesley.col-hts. org. Woodlawn Baptist Church Address: 3116 Woodlawn Avenue. For more information, call 526-2179 or 541-3514.
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. Cameron Avenue Church of Christ Address: 601 Cameron Avenue. For more information, call 526-5286. Celebration of Life Church Celebration of Life Church of God meets at 123 Pickwick Ave. in Colonial Heights. For more information please call 221-2915. Chesterfield Community Church Address: Meets at Greenwood Presbyterian Church, 7110 Woodpecker Road. For more information, call 796-1040 or visitccc4jc2007@aol.com. Colonial Christian Address: 295 Dunlop Farms Blvd. For more
information, call 5204988 or visit www. colonialchristianchurch. com. Colonial Heights Baptist Address: 17201 Jeff Davis Highway. For more information, call 526-0424 or visit www. chbaptist.com. CH Nazarene Church Address: 601 East Ellerslie Avenue. For more information, call 526-6920. Colonial Heights Presbyterian Address: 211 Lynchburg Avenue. For more information, call 526-0929 or visit http://www.colonialheightspres.org. Community Christian Fellowship Address: Meets at Matoaca Middle School, West campus. For more information, call 526-8260 or visit www.ccfnet1.org. Covenant Christian Address: 542 South Park Blvd. For more information, call 526-0634.
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HUNGER RELIEF
FeedMore receives 1,000 turkeys from Martin’s Great Turkey Give Back Total of 3,500 turkeys to be donated companywide by Thanksgiving From Contributed Report
RICHMOND — To ensure those in need have a warm holiday meal, MARTIN’S Food Markets Great Turkey Give Back donated 1,000 turkeys to FeedMore – Central Virginia Food Bank on Nov. 12. The donation took place at the new MARTIN’S in Midlothian. T his Thanksgiving season, a total of 3,500 turkeys will be donated to seven regional food banks and local hunger organizations throughout MARTIN’S operating area. “ T he fight against hunger occurs year round for far too many in our local communities and MARTIN’S Great Turkey Give Back helps to provide a holiday meal for those who may have otherwise gone without,” said Chris Brand, manager of community and
public relations. “As part of our company’s ongoi n g b e tt e r n e i g h b o r efforts and in the spirit of giving this holiday season, this marks our largest donation of turkeys ever and hopefully jump-starts holiday food drives for our regional food bank partners.” As a grocer, MARTIN’S is committed to fighting hunger across its operating area, including partnering with approximately 100 regional food banks and local pantries. To date this year, MARTIN’S customers, associates and vendor partners have donated over $7 million in product and funds towards local hunger relief efforts. “MARTIN’S has been helping fight hunger in Central Virginia for years and FeedMore is very appreciative of its leadership. This most recent gift of turkeys will make this a wonderful Thanksgiving for 1,000 families in need,” said FeedMore President and CEO Doug Pick. “Hunger knows no bounds and impacts so many of our friends and neighbors here in Richmond and throughout
o u r 3 6 c o u n t y a n d and Salvation Army of city service area. I am Williamsburg. pleased to extend our gratitude to MARTIN’S, their customers, and associates on behalf of the many families who depend on the generosity of individuals, corporations, and organizations, especially at this time of year.” FeedMore is Central Virginia’s hunger-relief leader made up of the Central Virginia Food Bank, Meals on Wheels Serving Central Virginia and the Community K i t c h e n . Wo r k i n g together to efficiently and effectively fight hunger to enhance lives in the local community, FeedMore’s programs provide hunger relief to Central Virginia’s most vulnerable populations, particularly children, families and seniors. MARTIN ’S is also fighting hunger with its annual Share a Holiday Meal register campaign which runs now through December 6. Share a Holiday Meal funds support Christmas Mother campaigns in Chesterfield/Colonial Heights, Hanover and Henrico, Salvation Army Central Virginia Command
HANDEL’S MESSIAH
Petersburg Symphony Orchestra to present holiday concert From Contributed Report
PETERSBURG — The Petersburg Symphony Orchestra will present its second concert for this 2014-2015 season on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014, at 4 p.m. in the Petersburg High School auditorium. The Orchestra, with the One Voice Chorus, will perform Handel’s Messiah. Also featured will be guest soloists Anne O’Byrne, soprano of
Richmond; Bekah Davis, alto of Richmond; and Harold Haughton, bass of Petersburg. The public is encouraged to attend. Under the direction of Ulysses Kirksey, the Petersburg Symphony Orchestra, now in its 35th year, is committed to confirming a permanent cultural musical institution in Petersburg, serving the Tri-Cities area and surrounding counties
for the expression of the talent of its members and for the enjoyment and inspiration of all who will seek the privilege to hear it. Tickets are $18 for adults, $8 for students with I.D. and may be purchased at the box office the day of the concert. For more information, contact the PSO office at 804-732-0999 or visit the website at www.psova. net.
HARVEST TIME
College starts timber management plan From Contributed Report
PETERSBURG — Timber harvesting of 164 acres of mature pine and hardwoods began on Wednesday, Nov. 12, on western parcels of land owned by Richard Bland College. The harvesting is a part of the Virginia Forest Stewardship Management Plan designed to guide the management activities of the College’s natural resources. “This harvest is not only beneficial to the College, but also to the whole community because it will improve the overall health of the forest,” says Heather Dowling, area forester, Virginia Department of Forestry. “The timber in the harvest area is over-mature and in declining health. Because the College has decided to take a more active role in forest management, the land will be reforested and harvested timber will be converted into useful products,” Dowling says. Timbering the land will also benefit wildlife, reduce the likelihood of the spread of beetle damage and encourage plant growth. “The College should be commended for their proactive stance on managing the health of their forest and for their cooperation with the Department of Forestry on accomplishing this goal,” says Toni Noreika, Eastern regional forester, Virginia Department of Forestry. RBC President Debbie L. Sydow says, “Partnering with the Department of Forestry’s industry experts has added tremendous value to the College’s ability to advance both environmental and historic preservation goals. Proper reforestation is a major goal of the project, and one acre of land
surrounding the historic Globe Tavern site will be preserved for future archaeological digs and restoration.” The College will reinvest all monies received from the timber harvest toward meeting strategic goals, which include replanting timber as recommended by the VDOF; creating a new, pecantree lined entrance along either side of Carson Drive; developing environmental learning opportunities for students; and expanding academic programs for a growing student body. The forest replanting will establish a long-term consistent stream of revenue for future growth at RBC. The timber harvesting project is expected to last for eight weeks. During this time, RBC officials are asking drivers to slow their speed and watch for signs along Halifax Road regarding work vehicles in the area. About Richard Bland College Richard Bland College of William & Mary is a selective, residential, two-year College that provides a rich learning experience at a reasonable cost for students preparing for transfer to highly ranked colleges and universities. Richard Bland students rate the professors among the best in the region, yet tuition and fees are among the lowest. The academically rigorous programs are grounded in the liberal arts tradition of The College of William & Mary. The College boasts NJCAA intercollegiate athletics, signature programs, and a small and diverse student population of 1,500 on a 750-acre campus located just outside historic Petersburg. For more information, visit www.rbc.edu.