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City Manager Takes Elmwood Park Plan “On The Road”

Inside Roanoke’s ECC

Ahead of a vote by Roanoke City Council on approving $300,000 for a consultant’s study of Elmwood Park, City Manager Chris Morrill said he is willing to state his case concerning a park makeover to whatever group wants to welcome him. After presenting his vision City Gov’t for the park to Council early last week, Morrill made a stop at a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, a citizens group that weighs in on proposals. Morrill spent 30 minutes showing slides of re-born urban parks from all over the country, including Ellis Square in downtown Savannah, a project he worked on while assistant city manager there. “Good downtown parks are something that cities all over the country have invested in,” said Morrill to a group that also included Roanoke Parks & Recreation director Steve Buschor. Morrill wants council to approve the $300,000 for a study from $1.2 million that had been earmarked for the now-shelved Elmwood Park amphitheater; $4.7 has been set aside in the city budget for Elmwood Park renovations as a whole. The city manager, on the job for a year now, wants to see more synergy with the

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Downtown P3– Roanoke’s second annual “Down by Downtown” music festival kicks off this weekend with music and events for all tastes and ages.

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P4– Mike Keeler says that in spite of its recent economic planning woes, the Federal Government is finally making good on one very old promise.

Roanoke County’s Emergency Communications Center (ECC) handles more than 200,000 calls each year and now citizens will have an opportunity to see the facility and meet the dedicated employees who answer those 9-1-1 calls that can make the difference between life and death. In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, Roanoke County is hosting an open house at the ECC on Saturday, April 16 from noon to 3 p.m. The 9-1-1 dispatchers in the ECC are first responders who with emergency medical service, fire, and law enforcement officers work to save lives, protect property, and combat crime by providing cross-agency communication and public education. Roanoke County’s ECC is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. It is one of only 63 public safety communications centers nationwide with this distinction. All ECC personnel are certified in CPR and have their Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification by the time they finish their initial training program. The ECC is located at 5925 Cove Road in Roanoke. For more information, call 562-3265.

Many Neighbors Say They Will Support the Proposal Now That it’s Known

A prominent Healthcare Company’s first property choice for their state of the art “PACE Center” is the city-owned Countryside Golf Course. But somehow no one seemed to know about it while the fate of the controversial property was being debated and planned over the last several months.

It was a happenstance lunch with the the property at city council’s direction. CEO of Roanoke headquartered Kissito The city-owned golf course was closed Heathcare, Tom Clarke, recently that March 1, 2010. contradicted the Roanoke City Planning The luncheon revealed that on SepDepartment’s claim that no one had in- tember 21, 2010 Planning Department quired about doing anything staff along with Assistant City with the city-owned CounManager Brian Townsend Development tryside golf course property. gave Kissito representatives a The contradiction stemmed presentation on the property. from repeated inquiries by Countryside Kissito then shared their vision with property owners and Planning Com- them. At the time Mr. Clarke stressed mission members. For months they that time was of the essence. were collaborating on a Master Plan for Approval for “Program for All-inclu-

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sive Care for the Elderly” (PACE) came for Roanoke’s Kissito Healthcare the last week of March. Kissito is a nonprofit that runs a series of nursing homes, assisted living facilities and medical facilities in Virginia, Texas and Arizona. They have 800 employees. Virginia’s state approval was based on Kissito being able to open their PACE center by the summer of 2012. That > CONTINUED P2: Expansion

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It has taken more than 20 years of dreaming and planning but members of historic Greene Memorial United Methodist Church in downtown Roanoke soon will be poised to offer more help to people in the inner city community. A year’s renovation to much of the 1892 stone building and more than $2 million has updated facilities which members showed off at an Open House on March 20. Some construction is still under way and there wasn’t enough money to build a south portico and long ramp for wheel chairs yet, but an upstairs room is ready for meetings of community groups, showers are in place for those who may need temporary housing, offices are conveniently located near the new entrance foyer on the south end of the building and an elevator goes from basement fellowship hall to the nursery on the third floor. With its new construction, Greene Memorial > CONTINUED P3: Greene

The National Colzona claims to be the lege Blue Ridge Mara‘Toughest Road Marathon, set to be held thon in the World,’” this weekend, survived Eshelman says. “We the prospect of a Fedthink ours is tougher, eral Government shutand in the spirit of down that would have friendly competition, closed the Blue Ridge we are offering free Parkway and is now entries in the National fully on and ready to College Blue Ridge go. Registrations have Marathon to anyone been running 20 perwho finished last year’s cent ahead of last year. Mount Lemmon Mar“We’re already apathon, as well as an proaching more than all-expense paid trip 1,000 runners from to Roanoke for the 36 states, up from 34 top male and female states last year,” said finisher in the Mount Photo by Stuart Revercomb Lemmon race co-director Pete Marathon Eshelman, who also Runners begin last year’s race. so they can participate serves as the director in our marathon.” of outdoor branding for the Roanoke Erin McGregor, Mount Lemmon’s Regional Partnership, a race sponsor. top female finisher in 2010, already “We expect that number to has accepted the invitation, continue to rise as the event as have more than 20 other Marathon nears, including a sizeable Mount Lemmon finishers. number of walk-up registraThey will soon have the tions the day before the race.” chance to sample a course with 7,234 Last year’s inaugural marathon drew feet of elevation change. more than 900 participants. Because of the number of people the To help stir up national interest in event brings to the Roanoke Valley – this year’s marathon, race organizers in addition to > CONTINUED issued a unique challenge. “The Mount runners, their P2: Marathon Lemmon Marathon in Tucson, Ari- friends and fam-

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the Elmwood Park Morrill feels an landscape is another outside consultant goal. Buschor also is necessary (not all envisions adding agree on that point), another “signature because “we probpark” near the Carably can’t build one ilion medical comin-house.” He noted a plex on South Jeffertensile-roofed strucson, and linking that ture (stretched fabric to Elmwood Park, similar to the Charthe Farmer’s Marlottesville Pavilion) ket and another City Manager Chris that went up in Saplanned park Morrill makes his case vannah but suffered space at Wachovia for Elmwood Park. from poor acoustics Plaza behind the because of columns City Market building. “It could near the stage. An experienced be one of the most interesting consultant can help avoid those urban walks in the country,” kinds of problems, he said. noted Morrill. Forsyth Park in Savannah, at As for Elmwood Park, Mor- any time of day, “is packed … rill wants to build “a better com- an active space all the time,” said munity amphitheater,” rather Morrill at the Parks and Recrethan the larger, more expensive ation advisory board meeting. one first envisioned. Elmwood “I think that is what we want to should be an active, vibrant go for.” Roanoke City personnel park first, Morrill cautioned, for will oversee any renovations, downtown residents and visi- said Morrill. tors, “that also [just] happens to Before leaving, Morrill asked have an amphitheater.” Never- the Parks and Recreation Adtheless, the concert area would visory Board for guidance on probably be the first phase built, Elmwood Park: “I’m really perhaps starting after this year’s looking for your input on this.” slate of events, if a plan is ap- Not all of the board members proved by City Council. are gung-ho about development

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adjacent library, where permanent bathrooms could be added and made accessible to Elmwood Park users from the building exterior. “[It’s] an incredible opportunity for the library to relate better to the park,” said Morrill, who would also “like to do it for less [than $4.7 million] if possible.” The amphitheater could include a terraced grass hill, making it easier to sit in lawn chairs, and some “hard seats” near the stage. Morrill and Buschor also talked about permanent electrical connections, grease dumping stations and other utilities that could be buried along the part of Bullitt Avenue in the park that is used by food vendors, keeping their costs down. Public spaces “evolve over time,” noted Morrill, who wants to see more people in the park, other than for concerts. “We need to make the park part of our urban core,” added Buschor, who acts as a liaison between the city and the advisory board. Finding some way to integrate the adjacent Social Security office building in to

there however: Duane Howard said he will recommend to other board members that nothing is done at this time, considering all of the other needs in Roanoke and the budget shortfalls. “Given the failures of such major capital investments like the Taubman [Museum of Art] and Ivy Market [Ukrop’s] we should give the Market Building a chance to see how successful it’s going to be before we start another major investment like Elmwood,” said Howard, who expressed those feelings to Buschor and fellow board members. He would like the board to craft a letter expressing those sentiments for City Council, which meets again on April 28. Roanoke’s City Manager indicated that he is ready to move ahead, and he is willing to make that case to neighborhood groups and others if invited. “In the last 20 years we’ve learned a lot about how people use public space,” said Morrill; “the potential [for Elmwood Park] is just incredible.” By Gene Marrano gmarrano@cox.net

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Plans showing the proposed layout for Kissito Healthcare if Roanoke City approves the project. elder foster care. They have already spent $100,000 on architectural design concepts for the property by Roanoke’s John Fulton Associates, LLC. It is about “keeping people safe and healthy … that is the real part of a health care reform solution,” said Rasoul. It is a wellness-based model. If a PACE participant went to a hospital it could cost up to $5000 a day. According to Vice-Mayor and Geriatric Psychiatrist Dr. Dave Trinkle, Clarke has been working with Dr. Aubrey Knight and Carilion’s Geriatric Department. They “will at some point probably have an agreement with them.” The PACE model has been around since 1985. The closest one in Virginia is in Lynchburg. Participants are primarily on Medicare and Medicaid. Kissito, as a PACE provider, would receive about $6000 per participant. Medicare compen-

sates about $3500 and Medicaid $2700. Instead of being in a nursing home they would be cared for at a PACE center costing less while receiving the level of care they need. Virginia would save on a daily basis 25 to 30 percent of nursing home costs. It is even possible to give family members a small stipend to stay home with their elderly relative rather than having someone come in from outside. The dilemma for many children of aging parents is time. Often both children work and are struggling with their own finances. Rasoul said, “something’s got to give … we have an aging demographic.” It is stretching Medicare and Medicaid to the limit. These are people that just need assistance with activities of daily living that are placed in nursing homes as an only option. Kissito will be the only PACE

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ily and race spectators – it’s estimated that last year’s marathon had a positive economic impact on the Roanoke Region of nearly $350,000. Several new initiatives are aimed at increasing that amount this year. “We’re encouraging marathon participants to eat at local restaurants, shop in our stores and see the attractions during the race weekend,” Eshelman says.” The marathon is partnering with Downtown Roanoke, Inc. to provide discounts to marathon runners. “All they have to do is wear their finisher medal to the establishment to receive the discount,” Eshelman explains. The race schedule also is designed to maximize participation throughout the weekend. On Friday, April 15, there’s live music and a silent auction for a commemorative painting commissioned exclusively for the marathon, along with vendors, food and other attractions during the race packet pick-up from 4-9 p.m. at the Taubman Museum of Art. Meanwhile, the Down by Downtown Music Festival will feature numerous bands at venues throughout the city. The events continue Saturday. In addition to the main attraction, there’s a Kids Half Marathon, pro road cycling race in the Roanoke Twilight Criterium, live music, a beer garden, food vendors, and children’s activities. To encourage visitors to both participate in

provider is this region. A region serves participants within a one-hour radius of a center. Former Governor Tim Kaine was the first to welcome the PACE program to Virginia and was an avid supporter. Under the PACE program it is a “logistical operation … we use a combination of tactics,” said Rasoul. A Kissito PACE program participant could use in-home help or be picked up from their home and taken to the adult daycare center. One doctor is always on staff. Kissito Healthcare International also operates as a nonprofit in Africa, the Philippines, and Haiti. Kissito Healthcare International serves the world’s most vulnerable people. CEO Tom Clarke is currently in Africa. By Valerie Garner info@newsroanoke.com

From page 1 and chronicle the race weekend’s activities, marathon organizers have unveiled the event’s first photo contest – “26.2 JPEG.” Amateur and professional photographers are encouraged to submit digital images that capture the marathon and its excitement, challenge, achievements and beauty, with the top prize of $300 and publication in The Roanoker magazine. Many race participants say that one of the features that attract them to this race, in addition to the challenging course, is the stunning natural beauty. With that in mind, and considering the Roanoke Region’s many outdoor assets and scope of outdoor adventures, Eshelman says it only makes sense to ensure the race has a small environmental footprint. “This year, the marathon is recognized by the Commonwealth as a ‘Virginia Green Event,’” he explains, “in part because we’ve taken additional steps to help protect our environment by providing recycling, minimizing the use of disposable food service products and printed materials, and reducing waste wherever we can.” As just one example to reduce printed materials, virtually every detail associated with the marathon, including schedules, course maps, and photo contest information, can be found online at www.BlueRidgeMarathon.com.

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> Greene joins several other downtown Roanoke houses of worship where extensive renovation has been completed in the 21st Century, including Beth Israel Synagogue and St. John’s Episcopal Church. Other groups have plans. The Rev. Gary Robbins, Greene Memorial’s pastor for the past four years, said congregations serving old downtown neighborhoods have to upgrade or die. And even as the worst economic recession in 80 years struck, members, many active in the parish for their long lives, came forth with the money to undertake the renovation, he noted. As was true at St. John’s several years ago, the interior of the church has not been significantly changed. To the relief of some older members, who see screens eliminating hymnals as an intrusion on interior beauty, any recently installed will be out of sight except when needed for computer-generated programs. But there are new ideas aplenty in the south end of the building, which is brighter now that the old Downtown Learning Center for child day care is no longer there. The old asbes-

From page 1 tos tile has been replaced with newer wood materials, the obsolete stage is now open space in the fellowship hall, though a pull-down screen can be used when needed, and the kitchen is twice as big since the oil tanks long unneeded are gone. One of the major needs of a church today, program director Debbie Brown pointed out, is nursery and child space similar to what young parents look for in secular facilities. And though it hasn’t many children, there are plenty living in rental property nearby who will be able to benefit when church outreach groups put on events for them and their parents. The second and third floor space has been renovated for younger age groups. The communications / community center is there as well, including a lounge that leaders hope will be inviting to young adults that live downtown. Most noticeable is the entrance hall carved out of cluttered small rooms on the first floor; the main access, with stairs, has been moved a few feet toward Luck Avenue. Architect Rife and Wood, like other firms who do a lot of church building

plans, have provided an inviting gathering place. It’s especially important that church goers have these foyer spaces to meet for coffee after worship, they say. Formerly, Greene Memorial worshipers crowded into a tiny dark hall as they exited the nave to Second Street. For the record, Greene Memorial on Second Street with its landmark clock tower was once St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. A financial panic 110 years ago resulted in a trade between the Lutherans, who couldn’t afford the new stone structure, with the larger Methodist group. The Methodist’s dynamic young pastor, Leonidas Rosser Greene, died of typhoid fever at 33 and a shocked Roanoke Methodist congregation named the newly acquired building for him. But the congregation itself goes back to 1859 and is considered the “mother church” of the denomination in the city though parishes in Fincastle, Salem and Vinton antedate it.

By Frances Stebbins info@newsroanoke.com

Second Annual "Down By Downtown" Festival Kicks Off This Week in Roanoke

The 2nd Annual and Sculptor, Kurt SteDown By Downtown ger, will offer brief, inFestival celebrating the spirational remarks at culture and diversity of points along the way. the up and coming muThe idea for Down By sic scene in Roanoke will Downtown grew from run from Wednesday, the 2010 CityWorks/ April 13 through SaturRoanoke City sponday, April 16. This year's sored Creative Connecexpanded event will tor’s initiative based on feature four days of live Richard Florida’s book music at eight downon the Creative Class – town venues and an out- A band performs during Down By Downtown. and has become a large door stage coordinated collaboration of music ful Arthur's Downtown, Blues with the second running of the BBQ and Corned Beef & Co will venues, community leaders and successful Blue Ridge Marathon. make it truly a downtown-wide downtown businesses. Sound The festivities will begin at Kirk event. equipment for the live stage is Avenue Music Hall on WednesFrom 11am to 5pm on Sat- provided by Sound Stage and day evening with The Newton urday, April 16, the festival will EventZone has partnered with Awards -- named after Wayne host a FREE outdoor stage locat- P.A. Short to supply the beveragNewton – Roanoke’s first big ed directly behind the City Mar- es for Saturday’s outside events. breakout artist. Saturday’s live ket Building near the finish line Additional volunteer support stage will feature young local of the 2nd Annual Blue Ridge is being provided by area ormusicians from The Music Lab Marathon. Offering an excit- ganizations including Habitat at Jefferson Center and the Sa- ing lineup for the thousands of for Humanity, Skyline Music, vannah Shoulders Band. There runners, spectators and festival- City Magazine, 101.5 the music is no cost to attend most events goers -- the afternoon will reach place, Viziworx Creative and the – including the outdoor stage. a fevered pitch with sets from Roanoke Symphony Orchestra. "There has been outstanding the Jamie McLean Band, The “Supporting the initiatives support from the downtown Coal Men, and Drew Holcomb and efforts of young professionbusinesses and a great partner- and The Neighbors followed by als is exactly how we keep them ship with the Blue Ridge Mara- a performance from My Radio excited about living in Roanoke,” thon," said Bruce C. Bryan, – the popular Roanoke based said Councilman and venue owner of B2C Enterprises and a band who has enjoyed national owner, Dave Trinkle. “Events member of the Down By Down- acclaim with their hit “Yeah like Down By Downtown add town organizing team. "Each Yeah Yeah”. to the great vibe of the city and participating venue from last The event will come to a close secures our reputation as a great year is on board and we've add- on Sunday at 3pm with the 2nd place to live and do business,” he ed three new stages, so we’re of- Annual Bridgewalk from the adds. fering almost 60 live acts in four O. Winston Link Museum over days." For more information or to the railroad tracks on the WilFor a second year in a row, liamson Road Bridge and down volunteer contact bruce@b2cEnBlue 5, Martin's Downtown, Salem Blvd to the Martin Lu- terprises.com or visit: Facebook/ Kirk Avenue Music Hall, Jef- ther King Bridge. The one-hour DownByDowntown ferson Center and Fork in the event is meant to recognize and City will be featuring a strong transform the historical barriline up of musical experiences ers that once divided the city from rock, pop, and hip-hop to into new symbols of unity and classical, bluegrass and Ameri- promise. Local cultural dignitarcana. As newcomers to the 2011 ies including Artist Jane Lillian Down By Downtown event, Aw- Vance, Reverend Carl Tinsley

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Decision On Virginia’s Healthcare Lawsuit Expected Friday On Friday it is expected that nine U.S. Supreme Court Justices will decide whether to expedite Virginia’s case against the Affordable Healthcare Act - though the decision could be delayed until Monday. Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli will then know whether he is headed directly to the U.S. Supreme Court or taking the more traditional path via the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals. Cuccinelli has narrowed Virginia’s lawsuit to the mandate that requires all Virginians to purchase health insurance or be penalized. Concurrently he is proceeding with the case in the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals. Cuccinelli speculated on his facebook page that “if we don’t hear by Monday then someone is writing a dissent to the decision whether to expedite. If the decision is to expedite the case, then the case in the appellate court will cease immediately.” On February 7, Governor Bob McDonnell wrote to Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary on Health and Human Services, arguing that the Affordable Healthcare Act “infringes on personal choice and would undermine the insurance industry.” He characterized the Obama Administration’s opposition to fast track the lawsuit as being “irresponsible and indefensible. A litigation process potentially taking years to resolve is bad for America, and will potentially cost the states tens of millions of dollars.” If fast track fails then Cuccinelli expects the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals to hear the case sometime in July, and if he loses he will then appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. If the federal government loses he believes they will probably try to slow it down with another review that could push it to June 2012. Oral argument is presently scheduled for May 10th before a three-judge panel of the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals. Cuccinelli, at his office in Roanoke on March 18 claimed the Department of Justice knowingly

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Attorney General Cuccinelli details the case. makes a number of misstatements in their briefs defining the meaning of the Commerce Clause. “To win they really need the world to be as they wish it to be and not as it is,” he said. The Commerce Clause is interpreted to mean “economic activity” or “physical activity” across state lines. “If our mental activity – our decision not to do something is regulatable by congress … that’s incredible. But there are judges out there ready to grab from that incredible power,” he said. If the federal government fails in their “commerce clause” argument, the fall back for them is that the health care mandate is a tax not a penalty. If it’s a tax under that power then it saves the provision. “I don’t believe a single judge or justice in America will rule that penalty a tax,” said Cuccinelli. “It’s truly radical – if that is all they have to do then congress could do anything,” he said. To implement the PPACA will be costly and time consuming. The Democrats left out a severability clause, which means if the mandate is struck down then the entire bill dies. “That’s why it is so important to me that congress be thinking ahead saying, OK what can we implement if this goes down. I don’t think they should wait,” he said. By Valerie Garner info@newsroanoke.com

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vailable immediately; sponsibilities described in short one highly motivated, detail and references have to be salesperson/writer, contacted. Some of my former familiar with the Roanoke mar- employers are out of business, ket and recently released into yet others have somehow manthe wild. Hardworking and aged to carry on without me. brimming with experience, this Every job site on the Internet shining example of efficiency is wants to offer me advice on my available to discuss employment resume. How nice of them. I opportunities at your have just been deposconvenience. Don’t ited into the street and wait! Operators are these angels of recastanding by! pitulation have flown Last week my former to my aid. Despite this employer launched a generous offer, I have tsunami of nationwide opted to soldier on and lay-offs which swept keep what little money away my livelihood, my I have left. health insurance, and In an effort to Jon Kaufman my reason for waking change a negative into up before noon. Una positive, I have dedaunted by this sticky predica- cided to join a gym. This is a big ment, I have launched myself step for a person who retires his upon the job market, hoping to recliner every couple of years. find employment before my sep- My son Will, an amazingly fit aration package heads out to sea young man, emailed me a workas well. As many of you already out schedule to provide me with know, it’s pretty scary out there a guideline for success. Upon in the unemployment abyss, and reviewing this well meant docuthis sudden departure has left ment, I realized that Will was eime a bit unprepared. ther trying to put me out of my First, my resume needed misery or that his months away some updating. Nearly thirty at college have somehow addled years of work is difficult to en- his memory. Considering my capsulate into a single piece of present situation, a substantial paper. Names and dates need death benefit cannot possibly to be accurate, duties and re- be a motive. The truth is that I

am not in very good shape. The only person that might be attracted to me at this time would be an indiscriminate, famished cannibal with plenty of freezer space. Setting aside the weight lifting portion of Will’s program, which seemed painful, my baby steps began on the treadmill. Regardless of outward appearances, I can walk and did so for ten minutes, glancing occasionally at the person next to me who had been sprinting on this apparatus since I entered the building. Maybe that could be me someday? Next, I rode a stationary bicycle and watched “Regis & Kelly” on a television stationed in front of my motionless vehicle. No sweat. Finally, I spied a contraption which simulates the actions of a cross country skier, called an Elliptical. Many of my new gym mates were using this piece of equipment and not one of them appeared to be near death. I climbed on. Before me was a bank of flashing red lights coming from the data board of the elliptical. I should have taken this sign as a warning, but didn’t. Programming the device for “Weight Loss,” I began my workout. I found my first thirty seconds were quite invigorating when, without warning, the upper part of my legs staged a revolt. As my calves continued to truck, everything north of my knees unconditionally surrendered. Stepping off the machinery I stumbled and spun like Trevor Berbick the night he lost his title to Mike Tyson. Had it not been for a helpful bystander, I would have plummeted to the carpet for a ten count. Steering clear of devices unknown to me, I continue to frequent the gym in hopes of dulling my jobless misery. My job hunt has yielded few prospects. Still, I remain positive that somewhere, someone can benefit from the diversity of my skills and experience. Operators are still standing by, please save me from the gym before it is too late.

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My Big College Miracle

omecoming at Mary Baldwin College was last weekend. The campus has expanded since my college days, but the hills are the same! Whoever said that “MBC” stands for “Mighty Big Calves” – the result of constant climbing those steep hills – was especially observant. After over fifty years away from Staunton, my pace has slowed considerably, and as I walked, I found myself remembering how I happened to become a Mary Baldwin alum. I’m embarrassed to admit that I did not really choose to go to Mary Baldwin College as a day student. I preferred to go away from home, but without money that was impossible. Mary Baldwin was the rational solution. It chose me. Thanks to my geometry teacher, Lillian Eisenberg, who was an MBC alumna, I received a small scholarship to Mary Baldwin. I also learned that the Commonwealth of Virginia was offering scholarship money to students who would agree to teach within the state. I applied and received funds to cover the rest of tuition for my freshman year. A job in the college library would help pay for my books. So despite my fears that I would stand out like a poor relation among “all those rich girls,” I became a Mary Baldwin girl. My fears were unfounded for I was accepted and soon made many friends. The classes were stimulating, the professors

challenging, and I knew Mary to check my mailbox, for each Baldwin was the right college week I received another friendfor me. Despite my precon- ly reminder. ceived disfavor, I looked forOne morning in March the ward to four great years until note was different. It said to graduation. see the bursar right But now I faced anaway. I trembled as other hurdle. I could I approached his ofreapply for another fice, certain that he State Teacher’s scholwould require me to arship, but each year leave the campus. To I received assistance my surprise, he said required my promise that someone, who to teach in Virginia wished to remain for two years. Did I anonymous, had apMary Jo Shannon really want to tie myproached him and self down for eight years after asked if he knew of any worthy graduating? I wasn’t even sure student with financial difficulty. I would like teaching. What He told her about my situation, if I wanted to get married? So and she paid the remainder of many changes can take place in my bill. He smiled and shook eight years. my hand. I wept. The more I considered the Later, I received a notice that situation, the more I hesitated the State was changing the reto apply. Finally, I decided to quirements for the Teacher’s raise the money I needed. I Scholarships. Only one year worked during the summer of teaching would be required repairing text books for the for each year of assistance, and Augusta County school system this action would be retroacand saved most of the money tive. Now three years is doable, I earned. When the school I said to myself as I reapplied year began, I resumed my job two more times. in the library, and worked at a During the years since I Staunton theater selling candy graduated, I have given back to and popcorn in the evenings. I Mary Baldwin College through managed to pay the first semes- the annual fund more than the ter’s tuition on time. $150, and I’ll continue to do so, During Christmas holidays, for Mary Baldwin offers assisI worked in sales at a depart- tance to those who need it. And ment store, but despite my best each time I write a check, I reefforts, I was unable to pay member the miracle that saved the bill in full. The bursar was my college career. understanding and allowed me extra time, but despite my Contact Mary Jo at best efforts, I could not raise info@theroanokestar.com the $150 difference. I dreaded

Government Makes Good on A Very Old Promise

t involves a small tract est? Well, back in 1863, some of land, set amid rolling gray-clad soldiers were walking foothills, adjacent to a over this property (then owned world-famous tourist destina- by farmer Emanuel Harman), tion. For many years headed towards a it was a nine-hole small town nearby to golf course, but that get some shoes. Sudhad gone out of busidenly, a second group ness. Plans had been of soldiers dressed in drawn to redevelop blue savagely attacked the land into building them. Over the next Contact Jon at lots, each 3.5 acres, several hours, the two Jon.Kaufman@sprint.com for single-family resiforces - which history dences. There were recalls were the 26th even designs for a North Carolina and local casino. But, at the "Iron Brigade" Mike Keeler the last minute, Inteof Michigan and rior Minister Ken Salazar rode Wisconsin literally fought each Abdominal muscles (abbr.) in (wearing a cowboy hat, no other to death, with 70% casualWhat falls less) with a check for $1.6MM, ties on both sides. The smoke Get the ----- touch (slogan) Office and announced the land had and noise drew the attention Affirmative been purchased by the federal of two massive armies nearby, Leach government. Adjacent private which quickly arrived from east Siamese properties have also accepted and west, and which slammed Grain height restrictions limiting their into each other in multiple locaSingle future development. And the tions. Because of the prolonged Danish krone (abbr.) Tactless casino just rolled snake-eyes. bloodbath at Harman Farm, Vague The land will remain pristine. the blue army had time to set Perching What's Washington's inter- up strong defensive positions,

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first along a place called Seminary Ridge, and later along a line running from Culp's Hill, across Cemetery Ridge, and up Little Round Top. This positioning allowed the blue army to fight off the gray army for three days. Which essentially saved the Union. Our dedication to our national history just grew by 95 acres. After two decades of hard work and coordinated negotiation by the Civil War Trust, the Conservation Fund, the National Trust and the Park Service, the Harman Farm property is finally part of Gettysburg Battlefield. Said Secretary Salazar, "With the addition of the Emanuel Harman Farm to the Gettysburg National Military Park, we are able to include another important chapter in the story that helped shape our country." And just in time. This month marks the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War. Lots of folks will be headed to Gettysburg over the next 4 years. Harman Farm will provide a natural starting point for their tour, and a whole new venue for reflection. And, most importantly, it refreshes the challenge that Lincoln threw down at Gettysburg so long ago. "We cannot dedicate, we cannot consecrate, we cannot hallow this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract . . . It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us . . . That from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion . . . That we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain-that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom-and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." Contact Mike at info@theroanokestar.com

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Terrible Twos or Feisty Fourteens?

“Just what is the big deal hearing the word … NO. This with the terrible twos?” a mom of course causes significant levrecently asked. She had been els of frustration in the child. talking with other mothers who In other words, most children were discussing avoiding the at this point are not “happy”. terrible twos. Several of them Little Johnny who has had every had prided themselves on the need and want satisfied for the fact that they had little struggle last two years of life, his only at that time in their two years of life, now child’s life and were begins to understand encouraging her that that he is no longer the if she was having sigcenter of the universe nificant issues, she must and he doesn’t like it. be doing something Johnny is upset and wrong. She was feeling often Mom is upset guilty that her child was about now having to not happy with her at deal with a surly, whiny times and seemed very Keith McCurdy two year old ……. this demanding. What was is the terrible twos. she doing wrong? The odds are that this Mom is So what are the terrible twos doing her job. When she began anyway? For the first two years setting boundaries, her son was of a child’s life, Mom hov- not happy and let her know it. ers around meeting all of the This is how it should be. The needs without hesitation. This process of a child learning to is a requirement due to the very handle not getting everything nature of the developing child. they want and that others exAt the age of about two, this all ist outside of themselves is vihas to begin changing. Between tal for healthy development. I the ages of two to three, Mom have noticed over the years that has to begin detaching from when parents report never havthe complete caretaker role and ing terrible twos, they often end begin the transition to that of up with terrible teens. When a part-time Mom. Remember, a child has not learned how to they do leave at 18. For this to handle boundaries and frustrahappen successfully it is im- tion early in life, it will come portant for the child to begin up again. Often it is during the

Preacher’s Corner

e can be very attached to places, like a home, or town, or house of worship … these places have significance beyond the cost of the bricks or the street signs. As I understand it, the prophet Ezekiel is writing to Israelites who had been captured and taken from the place they believed God gave them as a home to share. It felt as if their connection with God was ripped in two. Without God and the temple at Jerusalem, spiritually, they died. “Can these bones live?” This is God’s question to Ezekiel as he envisions a valley full of dry bones stretching out before him. Ezekiel seems unsure, so the Lord says, “Prophesy to these bones, and say to them: O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord. Thus says the Lord God to these bones: I will cause breath to enter you, and you shall live. I will lay sinews on you, and will cause flesh to come upon you, and cover you with skin, and put breath in you, and you shall live; and you shall know that I am the Lord” (Ezek. 37:4-6). The Smithsonian’s Museum of Natural History is full of bones. In an exhibit about human history, you can watch a series of videos about Shanidar Cave in Iraq, where the skeletons of nine Neanderthals were discovered. One skeleton gives clues of old age, so that anthropologists discern that this person was well cared for by the rest of the group. Scientists use clues to think backwards and put skin back

STOP IN FOOD STORES

teen years when the yearning for freedom is at one of its strongest points. The problem at this time in their life is that a timeout won’t work and they are as big as we are. When I have dealt with parents who made a significant effort at setting boundaries with their children during the two to three year transition, the teen years are significantly smoother and enjoyable. Not only are the “terrible twos” not to be avoided, they actually are to be initiated by Mom. This process of separation, and the ensuing demonstration of authority in a child’s life, sets the tone for the next sixteen years. This clear demonstration of authority begins the process of developing an obedient and respectful child. Yes, some children adapt with less conflict, but most are quite frustrated at this vital time of transition in life. Just remind yourself, this is necessary. Would you rather have an irate two year old, or an irate fourteen year old? If your answer was the former, you probably haven’t gotten to the latter yet. Contact Keith at psycyou@msn.com

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on bones, like they did in these videos, or with the Pterodactyl in the dinosaur exhibit. Dry bones also have a message for us about the future. Together, God and Ezekiel use the power of words to re-construct life. It’s like a video in reverse, but it’s actually moving forward: “Suddenly there was a … rattling, and the bones came together, bone to its bone.” Ezekiel looked, and then ligaments and muscles were attached and then all these sets of bone and muscle were enveloped by blankets of skin. It was an amazing sight, but incomplete, because “… there was no breath in them.” Have you ever felt like you were a body walking around with no breath to give you life? Christians have been in the season of Lent for well over a month now. Perhaps our practices have led not to a deeper experience with God but a sense that we are so far from where we want to be. Can these bones live? If this were the end of the story, we would feel hopeless indeed. But God is not finished and tells Ezekiel to “Prophesy … and say to the breath: Thus says the Lord God: Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live.” As Ezekiel obeyed God, “the breath came into them, and they lived, and stood on their feet, a vast multitude” (vv 9-10). Ezekiel and God work together again, and through the power of the word, the wind, the breath—in Hebrew, it’s the same word, “ha ruach”—the divine

wind breathes life back into the inanimate bodies, and they live. We need the power of these words. When our son was younger he was climbing a tree and fell out, flat on his stomach and it knocked the wind—the breath—out of him. Have you ever had the wind knocked out of you? Either physically or emotionally? Most of us have at one time or another, and we feel stuck and we feel lifeless and we feel like things will not change for the better, but Ezekiel tells us that’s not true. Life and breath will return. There is hope. Wait for the Lord and hope in the Lord (Psalm 130). Can these bones live? Yes, they can. Donna Hopkins Britt is pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Roanoke’s Downtown West: 608 Campbell Avenue, SW; web site, calvaryroanoke.org.

rom the day humans “His Mightiness.” Just as there came to the realization are today, political wags would survival depended on poke fun at President Washcommunal living, "who is go- ington and called him “His ing to lead," must have been Rotundness.” Finally, calmer the first question the assem- heads prevailed and they setbled group asked. In the caves tled on “Mr. President.” We or on the savannah it was the are now in our 44th iteration strongest and the fastest. Over of a chief executive; some have many millennia the qualifica- been totally forgettable; some tions for leadership changed have saved our nation. and planning replaced physiA century and a half ago cal strength. That’s when the America came close to losing trouble began. It was whatever ideals they not hard to decide had carried from the who was the biggest Constitutional Conand therefore the best; vention in 1787. The knowing who is the Civil War had its beginbrightest is more difnings long before the ficult to determine. Declaration of IndeOf all the forms of pendence was penned, governance humans long before George have tried every one Hayden Hollingsworth Washington sat as our has had major shortfirst President. The comings. In the Middle Ages question of slavery, of federal the feudal system worked well versus state power had been for centuries until a more cen- brewing for more than a huntralized rule was needed. The dred years. The answer had kingdoms made their appear- been avoided and delayed for ance and there was a period of decades until it finally blew up The Benevolent Despot who into the worst war our country soon added to their power has ever seen. More men and The Divine Right of Kings and boys died between 1861 and morphed into the Malevolent 1865 than all the other wars Despot. Need we look farther of America combined . . . over than Libya or Iran for present 618,000. We had leaders who day problems with tyrannical guided the nation (and some rulers? who did not!) through those Two and half centuries ago tumultuous times. the experiment in democracy In The War To End All Wars budded and has blossomed we had Woodrow Wilson. into some unexpected flow- Seventeen years later we had ers. In an address at Roanoke Winston Churchill and FrankCollege, Joseph Bottum, a lin Roosevelt. Since then one philosopher and writer, lik- could argue endlessly about ened the emigration to North the quality of leadership we America as a Second Exodus . had in Korea, in Vietnam, in . . a people fleeing the wrath Iraq, in Afghanistan, and now of unfriendly rulers to a new in Libya. We have been monPromised Land, the New Is- umentally inconsistent but we rael where we are The Chosen. have also set alight fires that That’s an interesting Bibli- may lead to freedom. Concal comparison but one with gressman Goodlatte once told which one might quarrel: If me, when I was suggesting we some are chosen then some are not, a metaphysical concept that goes beyond what some are willing to accept. When George Washington was chosen . . . who else could it have been . . . there was much discussion about what his title should be. Predictably, there were those who favored “His Royal Highness;” much too European. Others preferred

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might keep our national nose out of other nations’ business, that all of Western Europe now has some type of representative government. Those democracies may look very different from ours, but the basic idea came from us, a consequence of World War II. What is happening in North Africa and the Middle East today is an outgrowth of our idea of freedom. How that will play out no one knows; for certain, it will not be quickly or easily done. "So much depends on our leaders. The President and Congress need all the help they can get. The last weeks have not inspired much confidence. Since January there has been more than enough petty bickering and name-calling. They have argued endlessly over window dressing (actually a tiny window pane) in the Budget Building while the walls are threatening to crumble. Lest we become too depressed about the whole thing, remember two quotes from Winston Churchill: “Democracy is the worst possible form of government . . . except for all the rest.” Additionally, “Americans can be counted upon to do the right thing . . . after they have exhausted all other possibilities.” I hope he is right on both counts and our leaders will truly lead, not toward their own agendas and reelection but for the good of all people both here and abroad.

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Celebrating Easter

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Roanokers warmed up for Easter with the annual “Eggstravaganza” at Highland Park last Saturday. Children searched for plastic eggs filled with candy, played on inflatable games and met the Easter Bunny. The yearly event, staged by Roanoke City Parks & Recreation, also featured face painting, story telling, crafts and exhibit vehicles from the Fire/Rescue and Police Departments. Rainy weather may have held attendance down somewhat but hundreds still showed up. - by Gene Marrano

Alan Mower and 1-year-old daughter Emily enjoyed the Easter egg hunt.

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Nestled Egg Muffins

love Easter and as my children get older it is refreshing that their Easter experience is more about the activities that they are involved with at church – the real Easter story, as opposed to bunnies and chocolate, etc. But then again, the OTHER Easter activities make for wonderful memories out in God’s glorious spring creation . . . Egg hunts in the bright green spring grass, warm breezes, flowers in bloom, birds singing and peepers peeping - all that new life, a wondrous reToddler and parent enjoy the egg hunt. flection of the Risen Christ. There is no escaping the true meaning of Easter, God’s sovereignty is all around us. This recipe is delicious for

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Sports

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Colonel Classic Track And Field Meet Wild Bill’s Weekly Sports Roundup

The Patrick Henry boys captured the team championship in the inaugural Colonel Classic track and field meet Saturday

at William Fleming. Runners, coaches and spectators alike came away with superb reviews of the eight-lane rubberized track on the Fleming campus. Fleming finished fourth in the team competition among

14 schools. On the girls side, Christiansburg won the championship, while Cave Spring and Hidden Valley finished second and third respectively. PH and Northside tied for eighth.

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William Fleming's Malik Bonds readies at the starting line on his way to winning the boys 400-meter.

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High school sports fell victim to the rains in the last week as most games and matches were postponed by the heavy downpours that became commonplace. Athletic directors will be put to the test with all the required rescheduling. In high school baseball, Northside has jumped into the Wild Bill Top-3. At 7-3, the Vikings join Hidden Valley (51) and Salem (6-2) as the top teams to watch. Other contenders poised to make a move include Patrick Henry, Lord Botetourt and North Cross. The sizzling game of the week belonged to Northside with its 22-0 thumping of Shady Springs (WV) on Saturday. Viking hurler Lucas Nowlin threw a perfect game in the victory, retiring all fifteen batters he faced in the contest shortened to five innings due to the run differential. Obviously, Nowlin had superb control as the Northside sophomore retired all 15 batters he faced via a strikeout. In softball, the Wild Bill Top3 is led by Northside at 8-1, followed by William Byrd (7-3) and Salem ( 6-3). Teams will be tested as rainout makeups will pile up the games as well as strain the pitching arms. Our Salem Red Sox finally got their Carolina League season underway after a couple of battles with Mother Nature. Last Friday night’s home opener looked set to go with sunny skies 45 minutes prior to the scheduled first pitch. But, word filtered to the dugout that a major storm was heading to-

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North Cross Takes Down Red Sox Split Doubleheader With Hargrave 15-6 In Boys Lacrosse Frederick As Opening Day Arrives The North Cross Lacrosse team came out strong on Tuesday and never looked back - scoring 5 unanswered goals in the first quarter and knocking off Hargrave Military by a final score of 15-6. Attackmen Chris Pollock and Paul Ross each scored 3 goals as did Midi George Revercomb. The Raiders improve to 4-3 on the season and will face VES in Lynchburg on Friday night.

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Family Service Joins International Effort in Global Youth Service Day Family Service of Roanoke Valley (FSRV) will join over one hundred organizations around the world in sponsoring the 23rd annual Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) taking place this Saturday. Global Youth Service Day is the largest volunteer initiative in the world and the only day of service dedicated to children and youth. Students from throughout the Roanoke Valley join millions of youth in the US and in 120 other countries who have planned community service projects and special events. Celebrating the spirit of community and the value of our youth, FSRV aims to mobilize 600 young volunteers as they participate in a variety of service projects designed by youth who have been planning this event throughout their school year. Family Service of Roanoke Valley has been selected for the tenth year in a row by Youth Service America as one of the country’s lead agencies to organize Global Youth Service Day. This event offers simultaneous service projects for youth and families. This year’s theme is Bullying Prevention and Awareness. The Global Youth Service Day celebration will kick-off on Friday, April 15 with an American Red Cross Blood Drive which will be held from 2:00pm-6:00pm in the old Stein Mart location at Tanglewood Mall. Saturday’s events will last from 12:00pm-3:00pm and the featured service project will be a bullying prevention and awareness walk that will begin on Williamson Road at the Civic Mall and will end at Breckinridge Middle School. Other projects fall under the themes of hunger and homelessness, health and nutrition, helping the environment, veterans and senior citizens, children’s health and welfare, animal care, education and awareness, and restoring our community. In line with the mission of Family Service of Roanoke Valley, Global Youth Service Day is meant to empower youth, ages 12-25, to transform their communities through volunteering efforts and events. For decades, leaders have recognized the strengthening effects of volunteer service on individuals, businesses and the community. Jameea Bailey, a student at Patrick Henry High School, shares her experience as a returning volunteer, “I volunteer for Global Youth Service Day because it is so fun. I love making a difference for what I care about in my community.” This annual event is a partnership with Youth

Roanoke Republican Women Earn Gold Award

The Virginia Federation of Republican Women (VFRW) held their 58th Annual Convention in Richmond-Short Pump over the weekend. Members of the Roanoke Valley Republican Women (RVRW) attended the three day convention and earned the VFRW's highest award, The Gold Achievement Award. The Gold Achievement Award is earned by activities and contributions made throughout the year by the local RVRW club. The women donated money to local candidates, held fundraisers, donated books to the Barbara Bush Literary Fund and the Mamie Eisenhower Literary Foundation, supported our troops overseas, donated stuffed animals to sick service member’s children as well as many other charitable activities. The start of the three day event was a reception held at the Governor's Mansion, hosted by Governor Bob McDonnell and his wife Maureen. It featured great food and drink and offered all in attendance a chance to speak with the Governor and his wife. Later that evening hospitality suites were hosted by many local politicians. Saturday's keynote speaker at the luncheon was Congressman Eric Cantor, who had just arrived from Washington, D.C.,

Youth participate in last year’s Service Day. Service America and is made possible through the generosity of sponsorships from numerous local companies who are working with Family Service in cooperation with dozens of other service sites and youth organizations so that the children and teenagers of the Roanoke Valley can feel valued by their community and have the chance to make a difference. Immediately following the service projects, each volunteer is invited to a celebration held at Breckinridge Middle School. Participants will celebrate the day of service with fellow volunteers, local dignitaries, and WSLS 10’s Dawn Jefferies. Each volunteer will receive a t-shirt, a free week pass to one of several YMCA locations and a free ticket to a Salem Red Sox game. The event is free to the public. Families are encouraged to participate, but volunteers under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Service projects are offered on a first In an e-mail to supporters come, first served basis. Wednesday, Republican Greg Habeeb announced he will For GYSD registration information, please con- seek reelection to the Virginia tact Sarah Jane Lawrence at 540.563.5316 or email: House of Delegates this Nogysd@fsrv.org. Online registration is available at vember. www.fsrv.org/gysd. “All elected officials should ask themselves everyday whether they are the right person for the job. Over the last few weeks I've been asking myself, and many of you, that very question. After much strictly construed against the government, not on private prayer and consultation with Commonwealth and in favor parties. And while the Con- my family and constituents, I of a citizen’s liberty.” He also stitution of Virginia protects am excited to announce that I cited the U.S. Supreme Court’s the right to bear arms, it also am running for re-election this opinion that the Second recognizes the importance of coming November.” Habeeb was elected to the Amendment permits citizens property rights. Churches, General Assembly in a Special to use handguns for the core synagogues, mosques, and lawful purpose of self-de- other religious entities – like fense. Given these and other any other owner of private Experience Your conclusions of the courts, the property – can restrict or ban Dream Today! attorney general has advised the carrying of weapons onto that lawfully carrying a fire- their premises. Home Ownership is arm for self-defense and perEasier Than You Think!! sonal protection constitutes a To read the full opinion You Can Be good and sufficient reason for go to: http://www.vaag.com/ Pre-Approved the purpose of this statute. OPINIONS/2011opns/11-043. Down Payment The attorney general also pdf Not Required notes that the Second AmendPast Credit, ment acts as a restraint on

Roanoke Republican Women at the 58th Annual Convention. right after the historic vote on the federal budget. He explained why he voted the way he did and what he and other conservatives hoped to accomplish later in the year with the 2012 budget, which will feature massive budget cuts. Cantor stated, “You, the women of the VFRW, have always served as the real heart and soul of our Republican Party. You make the difference in every election through your hard work and dedication to the commonsense conservative values that have made our Commonwealth and our Country great.” The evening's reception was hosted by George and Susan Allen. Allen is running against Tim Kaine for the Senate seat being vacated by Jim Webb in this fall's elections. The dinner

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Attorney General Issue's Official Opinion on Carrying Guns in Places of Worship Delegate Mark Cole requested an official advisory opinion from the attorney general as to whether citizens are allowed to carry firearms for self-protection into places of worship. This was the third inquiry from a legislator about this statute in the last year. Virginia statute § 18.2-293 generally prohibits carrying a firearm into “a place of worship while a meeting for religious purposes is being held at such place.” The statute provides an exception to this general prohibition when an individual has a “good and sufficient reason” for carrying the firearm. It is the opinion of the attorney general, based on a thorough review of existing law and relevant prior court decisions, that carrying a weapon for self-defense legally constitutes a “good and sufficient reason” under the statute. This opinion assumes that the citizen is lawfully able to carry a weapon, and if carrying concealed, has the appropriate permit to do so. For his opinion, the attorney general cited a 2010 court decision, Fullwood v. Commonwealth, where the court said, “[A] fundamental rule of statutory construction is that penal statutes are to be

featured many fine speakers, including keynote speaker Lt. Governor Bill Bolling. Honored guests included former First Lady Roxane Gilmore and the Honorable Jim Gilmore, former First Lady Susan Allen and the Honorable George Allen and Jean Ann Bolling, wife of our current Lt. Governor. The VFRW consists of 65 local clubs throughout Virginia. They have a total membership of over 2,000 women and approximately 300 attended the convention. The convention itself offered many great learning experiences with their break-out sessions and discussion groups.

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First Annual Social Change Retreat Takes Action Steps to Break Cycle of Poverty Over sixty community leaders, nonprofit directors, political leaders, and a panel of underprivileged individuals participated in the First Annual Social Change and Nonprofit Capacity Building Retreat hosted by The Advancement Foundation. The goal for the retreat was to develop an action plan that engages citizens, businesses, nonprofits, educators and political leaders to work together to break the cycle of poverty. The retreat provided a forum for dialogue and helped participants gain a better perspective on the causes of poverty. “I really liked that we had a lot of nonprofits get together to meet and discuss these relevant issues,” commented a retreat participant. “It was an effective and energizing experience.” Part of the process involved retreat participants engaging in a poverty-wealth simulation. “I liked feeling rich for the day,” stated Anne Meador, a poverty advisory member who shared her path to poverty and was assigned a role of wealth during the simulation. Another participant who was assigned the role of a wealthy person, “felt uncomfortable being fed first,” and served sweets on a silver platter when surrounded by other participants who had been assigned to poverty. “It was really interesting to see how people reacted to

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The Grandin Village corridor is proving to be a bit of a poster child for continuing neighborhood revitalization. The area is family-friendly, offering all sorts of shops and eateries with outdoor seating and park benches along the curbed street, not to mention the familiar anchors like the Roanoke Co-op, Reid’s Furnishings and the Grandin Theatre. Adding to the mix of destination shops, new retailer F. Geoffrey Ltd. recently opened its doors and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting event that took place last Thursday. F. Geoffrey Ltd., the new family-owned retail store on 1919 Westover Avenue, features estate items, fine jewelry and gifts. Geoff Jennings, owner, closed his Frank L. Moose Jewelers on December 31, moving to a new location that is clearly a good fit for both Jennings and the neighborhood. He is “thrilled to

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Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli is warning Virginians to be vigilant with their email and protect their computer networks in the wake of a massive data breach of consumer information last week. According to online marketer Epsilon, a hacker breached a database of consumer information that included millions of names and email addresses. Epsilon services such companies as Capital

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Roanoke Writer Not Afraid To Tackle Tough Subjects Roanoke resident Eileen Hinkle Rife decided to get serious about writing after home schooling her children for 20 years. When she wasn’t collaborating with her husband Chuck, a counselor, on marriage workshops, Rife started to write a series of Christian-themed novels. Journey to Judah, book one in her “Born for India” trilogy was the first, inspired by her daughter Rachel’s work as a missionary in that country. Rachel lives there now with her three children and husband Nathan, who has helped plant a church there. Restored Hearts was the second book in the series, tackling the subject of homosexuality, “a sin” says Rife, according to the Bible. A character from the first Rife book “wrestles with a same sex attraction,” in Re-

Eileen Rife stored Hearts, but “the Holy Spirit’s working on him. It’s the road to destruction … a dead end street.” Again the book is set largely in India, at a missionary compound for orphans. “I try to show both sides of the debate, although in my mind there is no debate,” says Rife, “the Scriptures are clear this is a sin.” At some point homosexuality “becomes a choice,” she contends. “Restored Hearts was very,

Chosen Ones is the new book from Eileen Rife. very tough to write,” says Rife, who labels herself an obsessivecompulsive. Many dysfunctions have the same root causes she notes. “I can see some of the same dynamics [in Tim, the homosexual character].” Rife finds that writing often has a healing effect for her. Now comes the third and final novel of the series, Chosen Ones, released last month from Oaktara Press, which published all three (Rife has a commitment already from Oaktara to publish her next novel.) Years ago Rife was told she had “a way with words,” and finally decided to start writing novels. Chosen Ones addresses the issue of human sex trafficking, a subject brought to Rife’s attention by younger daughter Rachel. 12.3 million people, mostly girls, are enslaved worldwide in the practice, including a considerable number in the United States says Rife, who has also written several non-fiction pieces on India. “I’ve dabbled around in a few things over the course of [the past] 12 years and

never thought fiction was something I would get into.” Rife has been to India several times herself on mission trips; she saw a correlation between Rachel and the Biblical story of Ruth, who went to Judah to “share her faith.” Rachel is doing the same in India, preaching the Christian faith since 2004 in a largely nonChristian country. “Rachel’s love story [with Nathan],” was the inspiration for Journey to Judah; the rest was fiction says Rife. Nathan did grow up the son of missionary parents in Cambodia, where the sex trafficking of young girls is not uncommon. Eileen Rife relies on Rachel and Nathan for many of the background details on life in India. “I had no idea four years ago how prolific [sex trafficking] is,” says Rife, who began to think about writing Chosen Ones at that time. “I want the reader to come away more aware of this problem and be moved to action in some way.” That could be via prayer, giving to an organization that addresses the issue, or going on a mission trip to help attack the problem at the source. “Even in Roanoke,” it’s a problem contends Rife, who puts her own Christian theme in to each of her works. “I write what God puts on my heart,” says Rife.

The Science Museum of Western Virginia will continue operations at a Tanglewood Mall location for the duration of Center in the Square’s renovation efforts. The new location on the upper level, next to Payless Shoes, will allow the museum to continue public hours and to offer access to favorite exhibits and services such as day camps, birthday parties and regular educational programs. The museum opening date in this new location is June 14th. “We are very excited about the potential of this space within Tanglewood Mall,” said J. Andree Brooks, Interim Executive Director. “Our educational programs are the true purpose of the Science Museum, and being able to continue meeting our mission goals during this period is the most important focus. We are looking forward to opportunities for summer camp, special Science Saturdays, and other unique events at Tanglewood.” During its 40-year history, the Science Museum of Western Virginia has served millions of visitors, strengthening education and economic development throughout the region. Through hands-on exhibits, programs, and wide-screen films, the Museum nurtures lifelong learning and a greater understanding of science and technology among visitors of all ages. The Science Museum

of Western Virginia is one of fewer than 5% of science and technology centers in the U.S. nationally accredited by the American Association of Museums. The museum says that it recognizes the need for "a total top-to-bottom reinvention" and has embarked on an ag-

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The Outside Adventure Film School will be capturing angles and documenting storylines at Dominion Riverrock in Richmond on May 13-14. Since the school’s inception on Mt. Kilimanjaro in 2007, founder and three time National Emmy Award winner, Michael Brown, has led courses worldwide. Despite having held schools on four continents, this will be the first Outside Adventure Film School course ever held on the East Coast. The Outside Adventure Film School has chosen to attend Dominion Riverrock thanks to the extraordinary subject matter and contagious energy at the games. Students will be given all-access passes to create their own films from conception to final edit, and the school will showcase student films at a special film festival in Richmond on May 17th to conclude the course. One of the unique aspects of the Outside Adventure Film School is that all ages and levels of filmmaker are welcome; past students have ranged from 15 to 60 years old, and while some are just learning to wrangle their cameras into record mode, others boast full-time careers

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Art's Council Announces 2011 Perry F. Kendig Awards

See oaktara.com or eileenrife. com for more on Chosen Ones and other books by Eileen Hinkle Rife books, which are also availThe Arts Council of the Blue able on line. Ridge is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the Perry F. Kendig Award for OutstandBy Gene Marrano ing Support of the Arts. The gmarrano@cox.net 2011 recipients will be George Kegley as Outstanding Individual, Roanoke Symphony Orchestra as Outstanding Arts & Cultural Organization, Woods Rogers PLC for Outstanding Business, Joanne Steele for Outstanding Arts Educator and Douglas Jackson as Outstanding Young Professional. Individual awards for artistic gressive and innovative plan to excellence will be presented to: upgrade and renovate the muErnie Zulia, Performing Artist; seum and its exhibits in conNancy Dahlstrom, Visual Artjunction with the Center in the

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ist; and Sharyn McCrumb, Literary Artist. A new award for Outstanding Emerging Arts Organization will be given to The Shadowbox Community Microcinema in recognition of its impact on our community since opening in 2010. The Perry F. Kendig Award, named for the late Roanoke Valley arts patron and a former president of Roanoke College, was established in 1985 to recognize examples of support, involvement, accomplishment in the arts, and to inform the community about significant contributions to the arts in our

region. The awards are chosen by a committee of community volunteers based on nominations from the general public. A reception and award ceremony will be held at the Taubman Museum of Art on May 11. For information on tickets call 540.342.5790. This event is sponsored by the Newbern Family Foundation and Business Solutions, Inc. This activity is funded in part by the City of Roanoke, the Virginia Commission for the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Roanoke Student Named Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Outstanding Graduating Senior

Virginia Tech has named Jessica Boatwright, of Roanoke, as the Outstanding Graduating Senior in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences for the 2010-2011 academic year. Boatwright is the Spitwads daughter of John and Sandy Boatwright of Roanoke. Little paper cuds we made stuck to unreachable ceilings Boatwright, an agriculture by ripping the corners or edges like the beginnings of nests and applied economics major from homework and class notes by generations of wasps and political science minor, then ruminating them into balls too ignorant to finish them will receive her bachelor's dewe d flick from our fingertips or under desktops with blunt gree in agriculture and applied or catapult with pencils stalactites of chewing gum, economics in the College of or (sometimes after lunch) little white words we learned launch through striped straws to shape and hold in our mouths Agriculture and Life Sciences in May 2011. Boatwright has like deadly projectiles while waiting to let them fly, excelled both inside and outtoward the necks of enemies our most tenacious utterance. side of the classroom, and has and any other target where they participated in various exstick with the tiniest splat, tracurricular, leadership, and I hope you re still there, BY TED KOOSER, U.S. POET LAUREATE, 2004-2006 We who teach creative writing have been known to tell our students that there is no subject so common and ordinary that it can t be addressed in a poem, and this one, by Michael McFee, who lives in North Carolina, is a good example of that.

service activities. Among her academic achievements, Boatwright was a undergraduate researcher for University Honors; was chosen as one of seven students to take part in a summer research internship in Ecuador; served as public relations chair on the Agriculture Economics Club; and served on the Phi Kappa Honor Society, Golden Key International Honour Society, and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Boatwright achieved an overall grade point average of 3.95 (on a 4.0 scale), made the dean's list every semester, and has been in the University Honors program since 2008.

Jessica Boatwright Boatwright is active in an array of extracurricular and service activities. She is a member of the Chi Omega women's fraternity (Sigma

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