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Emily Eroh, winner of the Cumberland Spelling Bee, is presented with her new dictionary by Caroline Vick, Cumberland Middle School media specialist.
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The 2017 officers for the Cartersville Volunteer Rescue Squad for 2017 are, from left, front row, Sherri Kopp, vice president; Jackie Sobinski, treasurer; Kim Lightfoot, captain; and Penny Melino, secretary; and, back row, Bernie Becker, second lieutenant supply; William Flippen, director; Earlene Canaan, president; Kerry Flippen, first lieutenant training; and Tommy Moore, second lieutenant equipment.
Volunteer’s gear up for 2017 Cartersville Rescue Squad setting goals, confronting challenges on the horizon Contributed report
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n early January, the Cartersville Volunteer Rescue Squad (CVVRS) gathered to start making plans for its 20th year of service to the citizens of Cartersville and Cumberland County. The actual anniversary is in the late sum-
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mer. As the squad met for the first time in 2017, members addressed the critical challenges they face. The foremost challenge is a decrease in volunteer applicants who wish to become Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and/ or drivers. Members were asked to submit their top priorities for the squad’s new year goals. They are: 1. “Attract and support new applicants willing to become EMTs and Drivers.” CVVRS
Eroh star of Cumberland Spelling Bee Contributed Report
is aware of two issues that contribute to the decrease in willingness to become EMTs for a volunteer rescue squad: cost of training and lack of personal financial benefit. To address the cost of training issue, the squad has established a training scholarship to support qualified applicants. Payback is a commitment to be an active running member for a specified period of time. The issue of personal benefit is more complicated. For many, the benefit is personal
Emily Eroh, a fourth grade student at Cumberland Elementary School, won the Cumberland County Public Schools Spelling Bee on Jan. 13. She is the daughter of Ronnie and Jeri Eroh of Powhatan. She competed against other gradelevel winners from grades 2 through 8 and successfully spelled “strange” to win. Runner-up was Nekhijah Thornton, a firstgrader. He is the son of Royeshia Thornton of Cumberland. Other grade-level winners included Logan Elliott, second grade, son of Brian Elliot and Tracy Stinson of Cumberland; Katherine Kinney, third grade, daughter of William and Victoria Kinney
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COMMUNITY: Area company donates $15K to Backpacks of Love. P3 OUTDOOR LIVING: Families enjoy “Lights on the Lake” event. P8
COMMUNITY: Local Woman’s Club visits elementary school. P12 SPORTS: Dukes wrestling finishes 3rd in district. P6
FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK
Keepsakes: When a pile of old ‘stuff’ means the world By Roslyn Ryan Editor
Editor’s note: As I write this final column on the loss of a member of my family, I want to thank all of the readers who have reached out over the past year to share their own stories of loss, and the strange, difficult — and sometimes even beautiful — things that happen in the aftermath. Despite the sad circumstances, it has been a joy to connect with our readers in this way and has offered a true measure of solace during a difficult time. To most people, it probably just looked like a big pile of stuff. After losing my father-inlaw suddenly last January, both my husband and I knew that, rationally, the best thing to do was to set our tremendous grief aside, settle the estate, clean out the house, and handle the entire affair as quickly and efficiently as possible. If you happen to know either of us — or even if you don’t — I’ll bet you can guess how that turned out. And so it was that, almost
an entire year after my husband’s father passed away, we found ourselves moving somewhat reverently through his home, finally facing the seemingly insurmountable task of sorting the things he left behind. If you ever desire to have your heart both warmed and broken into a million pieces at the same time, a good way to accomplish this is to find yourself sifting through the possessions of a loved one after they are gone. My husband and I had claimed a few things already: we had the cherished photos, the mementos, and the dog. He had his father’s favorite well-worn coat, and his watch. But the bulk of it was still there, very much the way he had left it. It seems that in life there is often an arc to our relationship with the stuff we collect. We want it, we buy it, we use it, and then, inevitably, we cast it aside for the next shiny new thing. But some of our most humble possessions, if we are lucky, may have a second act in the lives of the people we
leave behind. As we made our way through the house, there were plenty of “big ticket” items to deal with — the beds, tables, sofas, gadgets and decorative odds and ends. But all of that stuff was pretty easy to let go. The things we really wanted, in the end, were the things most people wouldn’t have looked at twice. Perhaps the true measure of a man is not of the property he amasses, or the number of expensive toys, but rather the number of people who are proud to carry off his favorite old coffee mug, or his coat, or a faded photo of him holding a big fish, simply for the wonderful memories those items hold. In the end, as we closed the book on this part of our lives, we knew we would trade every bit of what we took away for just one more hour with the man we lost. But those things also serve as gentle reminders, every single day, of just how lucky we were to have had him. Not bad for a pile of old stuff.
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After 146 years, circus will soon be a thing of the past By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist
Turn out the lights the party’s over. The fat lady has sung! You pick the cliché, but most would accurately describe the feelings of millions as they heard the news that Ringling Brothers will be making its last tour this winter and closing up shop forever. After 146 years of capturing imaginations of the young at heart, owners of the famed circus announced the curtain will fall for the last time in May with a closing show in Uniondale, New York. Fortunately, Richmond is on the final schedule and the circus will come to town one final time for local devotees in March. Officials are urging folks to get their tickets early for the farewell performances. Apparently, the circus doesn’t hold the same appeal for current generations as it does for those who remember the good old days when the “Greatest Show on Earth” represented excitement and a chance to experience exotic people and places. As a youth, the circus was the central theme in a number of movies, and the city celebrated its arrival with a
huge parade, complete with elephants and juggling acrobats taking to the streets of Richmond. One of the first movies I saw was “Trapeze,” a circus thriller starring Burt Lancaster, Tony Curtis and Gina Lollobrigida. I suspect it was the last mentioned name that was the real attraction for my father, but the entire family was thrilled with the high-flying action. And, a number of other films followed, all capturing the high energy and intrigue of circus life. I got my first real experience of that life up-close when I interviewed a member of the traveling show for a story in the 1980s. I trekked down to the long train parked near Riverside Drive that housed some of the crew and many of the animals. Looking back, I suppose the circus had already begun its period of decline, but you wouldn’t have known it judging by the collection of characters I met on that brief visit. Many employees were kids who fulfilled a dream many of us thought of as a child: to grow up and join the circus and travel around the world. I even spoke briefly to a small man whose job lacked
dignity in the eyes of many. He was responsible for walking behind the elephants and cleaning up the resulting debris. The train was a lively hub of activity, full of camaraderie and social interaction, and I left thinking these people were a band of brothers who truly enjoyed their jobs. Upon reflection, I consider myself lucky that I got to see the operation before it changed into a mass market appeal, public relations minded marketing event and somehow lost the flavor of the old sawdust and canvas. For many generations, the circus has been a staple of Americana that I suppose we took for granted, and we never envisioned the words “Ladies and Gentlemen and kids of all ages” would fade into obscurity. Experts say the circus didn’t change with the times and short attention spans and rising admission prices finally sunk the giant operation that employed more than 500 people. Circus officials say high operating costs and sinking attendance dealt the final blow. In an effort to appease social see Circus > 3
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Cobb Technologies raises $15K for Backpacks of Love Contributed Report
RICHMOND – Cobb Technologies’ nonprofit division, Imprint, hosted a golf tournament in October in support of Backpacks of Love. The initiative teamed with over 40 businesses to raise $14,989.93. The golf tournament was held at The Crossings in Glen Allen and featured sponsorships from over 30 local businesses. More than twenty companies participated in the tournament, with Tappahannock Medical Group taking first place. Each team contributed to the nearly $15,000 donation, which is Imprint’s biggest since its inception earlier in the year. “It took eight months of planning and lots of manpower to ensure that everything was in order and the event could run smoothly,” said Andrea Warren, Imprint’s outreach coordinator. “Our Imprint board and committee, marketing department, sales team, customers, sponsors, and surrounding businesses all contributed to the success of this event.” The charity, Backpacks of Love, is a Powhatan-based organization that focuses on
Circus continued from > 2 concerns and ease expenses, the circus removed elephants from the show last year. It was too late to help. Like many, I didn’t dismay when the operation moved from the big top to modern coliseums and brick and mortar venues. I also didn’t lament when the elephants were 86ed. But, there’s something inherently sad about Ringling Brothers shutting down the Greatest Show on Earth that
eliminating hunger in schoolaged children by providing bags of food for them on weekends. The organization began delivering the bags in 2011, and has steadily expanded its operations into surrounding counties. “The reason behind it is mainly to make sure these kids have nutrition through the weekend [until] they can get back on their school lunch programs,” said Rich Napier, president of Backpacks of Love. “The whole idea is that if you’ve got a child that’s not hungry, hopefully they’ll learn more in school and eventually break the cycle of poverty.” With its first large event in the books and by all means successful, Imprint will focus on its upcoming slate of community service endeavors. Within the next few weeks, Imprint begins the next phase of its long-term partnership with Backpacks of Love and will embark on other projects designed to help make a positive impact on children in the community. “We will continue our long-term partnership with Backpacks of Love as their satellite office, packing and distributing supplemental food tugs on the heartstrings of anyone who experienced the magic of the big top and the feeling it evoked in, well, children of all ages. When the news was announced earlier this month, I couldn’t help but think of that happy little man with the shovel. And, somewhere, that iconic tear that appears just below the eye of one of the most famous clowns who appeared on posters all over the globe seems real. The circus comes to town one last time March 23. Get your tickets early.
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Cobb Technologies held a golf tournament last fall to raise funds for Backpacks of Love, which is based in Powhatan. Taking part in the check presentation were, from left, Andrea Starr, chairman of Cobb Imprint; Toni Gorveatt, president of Cobb Technologies; Bobby Fulcher, founder of Backpacks of Love; Rich Napier, president of Backpacks of Love; and Brenda Fulcher, co-founder of Backpacks of Love. For more on the event, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_MtwS5PkzE.
bags to surrounding counties,” said Warren. “We will also be hosting a silent auction, and a book/food drive with a different twist. We have formed some new relationships with Partnerships for Families, Reach
and Read, as well as our own exciting new program, Imprint Scholar.” Planning has already begun for the 2017 Imprint Golf Tournament, which Warren said is shaping up to be more
innovative than the first tournament in terms of fundraising efforts. “Now that we have the first one under our belt, the groundwork has been laid,” said Warren. “Some fresh and fun
ideas for fundraising will be implemented to raise as much money and awareness as possible. Our goal is to exceed our expectations by far surpassing our fundraising efforts, just as we did this year.”
Two Piedmont officers honored for saving inmate Piedmont Regional Jail officers James Caddell, right, and Robert Williams received honor pins and certificates during a luncheon at the jail on Dec. 14. The jail honored Caddell and Williams for their heroic actions in saving an inmate’s life by administering first responder CPR. PRJ Superintendent Donald Hunter saluted these two officers for their dedicated services. Photo submitted by Lorita Dodson
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR WEDNESDAYS The World War II Round Table holds meetings beginning at 7 p.m. at the Father Val Hall of St. John Neumann Catholic Church located 2480 Batterson Road in Powhatan. Cumberland County Public Library will hold Mother Goose on the Loose, a new story time option for all children from birth to age 3. It meets at 10 a.m. Wednesdays. The story hour will Incorporate songs, nursery rhymes, lap-sit activities, movement and music and integrate the latest early literacy techniques into the library program.
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Participants in the Cumberland County Spelling Bee incuded, from left, front row, Nekhijah Thornton (Grade 1), Logan Elliott (Grade 2), Katherine Kinney (Grade 3) and Emily Eroh (Grade 4), and, back row, Annabelle Rico (Grade 5), Willa Boyer (Grade 6), Brady Mitchell (Grade 7) and Muzzammi Fulani (Grade 8).
Spelling Bee continued from > 1 of Cartersville; Annabelle Rico, fifth grade, daughter of Patrick and Heather Higgins of Cumberland; Willa Boyer, sixth grade, daughter of Ian and Tina McMichael of Farmville; Brady Mitchell, seventh grade, son of Randy and Kathy Mitchell of Cumberland; and Muzzammil Fulani, eighth grade, son of Ismael and Aisha Fulani of Cumberland. The event took place in the Cumberland Elementary School media center. Two students, Sydney Winslow and Anthony Worrell, served as announcers for the event. Caroline Vick, the CMS Media Specialist, called the
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spelling words. The panel of judges included Pat Allard (library volunteer), Tamatha Gordon (elementary reading specialist) and Ellen Maclin (guidance counselor). Emily received a MerriamWebster’s dictionary, courtesy of Scripp’s National Spelling Bee and the Richmond TimesDispatch. She will advance to the regional competition to be held at 1 p.m. on March 11 at the Library of Virginia in downtown Richmond. The winner of the Regional Spelling Bee will receive a $1,500 scholarship and an all-expenses-paid family trip to the 2017 Scripps National Spelling Bee. The Scripps National Spelling Bee is the nation’s largest and longest-running
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educational promotion, having been conducted for over nine decades, and is sponsored by the E.W. Scripps Company. Local competitions are co-sponsored by newspapers, such as the Times-Dispatch, or other high-profile community organizations and businesses. The spelling bee was established to “help students improve their spelling, increase their vocabularies, learn concepts, and develop correct English usage that will help them all their lives.” To participate in the contest, students must be under 16 years of age, be enrolled in eighth grade or below, and attend a school that has officially enrolled in the program.
Cumberland County Public Library will hold Reading with Ellie Mae at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays. Ellie Mae the Reading Dog visits the library to lend a friendly paw and ear for Preschool Story Time. Pre-school age children and their caregivers are invited to an hour of stories, nursery rhymes, songs and crafts.
THURSDAYS Rotary Club of Farmville meets at noon at Charley’s at 201 B-Mill St. in Farmville.
SATURDAYS The Cartersville Volunteer Rescue Squad holds a Bingo game on the third Saturday of each month. Doors open at 4:45 p.m. and games start at 6 p.m. Jackpot depends on the number of players. All proceeds benefit the rescue squad. No children under 12 allowed. For more information, call Ann at 804-3140966. The Farmville Area Community Emergency Services (F.A.C.E.S.) Cumberland branch food pantry is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on
Saturdays except the fifth Saturday on Fleming Road. Donations of food or money accepted to help support the program. The first time they come, new participants should bring proof of residency in Cumberland County, a photo ID and proof of income. For more information, call 804-492-4115. “Christian Motorcyclists Association Powhatan” chapter Living Wheels meets at 6 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month. Members of the public are invited to join the members at Company 1 Fire Station at Old Buckingham Road and Mann Road. For more information, call 804598-1834 or 804-357-6730 or 804-512-8835.
MONDAYS The Cumberland chapter of the NAACP meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of the month at Cumberland Public Library. Contact 804-9090049. A free health screening is offered from 4 to 7 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at 2294 Cartersville Road in Cartersville (the old Cartersville Medical Building). The screening includes checks for blood pressure, BMI, weight, glucose, height, and cholesterol. No appointment is necessary. Contact 804-375-9850. The Loaves of Love Food Pantry will be open from 5 to 7 p.m. the first Monday and from 3 to 5 p.m. the third Sunday of each month at 2294 Cartersville Road in Cartersville. For more information, contact 804-512-7547 or go to www. loaves-of-love.com.
TUESDAYS The Powhatan Moose Lodge will host smoke-free Bingo
with doors opening at 6 p.m. and games starting at 7 p.m. every Tuesday and every third Friday. For more information, call 804-598-2809. H.O.P.E. – Helping Others Prepare for Eternity -- is a Ladies Group that meets at 7 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month in the Fellowship Hall at Cartersville Baptist Church. All women are invited to join. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at the Powhatan Moose Lodge. For more information, call 804598-2809. Cumberland Clothes Closet is open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month. The CCC is located in the Community Center Building C-7 (Old Cumberland School building) and has gently used clothing, glassware, shoes and small appliances for sale.
ONGOING Backpacks of Love, a nonprofit committed to eliminating hunger in schoolage children by providing nourishing food for their weekend, needs help. In addition to the constant need for donated individualsized food items, adults or students are needed to double bag the plastic bags the group packs in, which will help expedite the packing process. (This job can be done at home if people pick up bags at the pantry office.) The group also needs help breaking down boxes for recycling. This job should be done weekly preferably on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or Thursdays after packing days. These are great jobs for students looking for community hours. Contact Gloria at 804-598-2723.
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SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY REPORT Dec. 19 Deputies respond to a wellness check on Cumberland Road. Deputy responds to a vandalism report on Stoney Point Road. Deputy responds to a hit & run on Thompson Road. Deputy assists with livestock in the highway on Frenchs Store Road. Deputies respond to burglary alarm on Trents Mill Road.
Dec. 20 Deputy assisted a possible disable motorist on Cooks Road.
Deputy responds to a larceny report on Cartersville Road. Deputy responds to a disorderly conduct on Kens Way. Deputy responds to a burglary alarm on Clinton Road. Deputy responds to a family dispute on Kens Way. Deputy responds to a suspicious vehicle on Cumberland Road. Deputies respond to a domestic on Pinegrove Road.
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Dec. 21
Deputy responds to stranded citizen on Holman Mill Road.
Deputies respond to a burglary alarm on Anderson Highway.
Deputy responds to gun shots being heard on Jenkins Church Road.
Deputy responds to a B&E on Cumberland Road.
Deputy responds to reckless driver on Anderson Highway.
Deputies attempt to locate a reckless driver on Anderson Highway.
Dec. 25
Deputy responds to a disable vehicle on Anderson Highway. Deputy assists with a wellness check on Foster Road.
Deputy responds to suspicious vehicle on Deep Run Road. Deputy responds to a domestic on Anderson Highway.
Dec. 27 Deputies respond to a domestic on Frenchs Store Road. Deputy responds to trash being thrown on property on Game Farm Road. Deputies respond to a B&E on Spillman Road. Deputy speaks to citizen receiving intimidation call by phone. Deputy takes complaint from citizen about credit card fraud. Deputy responds to gunshots being fired on Anderson Highway.
Dec. 28 Deputy responds to a car illegally parked in a handicap space. Deputies respond to a accidental gunshot wound on Brown Road. Deputy responds to a house check on Hollman Mill Road. Deputy responds to a domestic on Anderson Highway.
Deputy responds to a reported theft on Anderson Highway.
Deputy responds to a B&E on White Road.
Deputy responds to a possible B&E on Hallik Lane.
Deputy responds to a reckless driver on Anderson Highway. Deputies respond to a vehicle accident on Anderson Highway. Deputy responds to a burglary alarm on Raines Tavern Road. Deputy responds to a reckless driver on Anderson Highway. Deputy responds to a vehicle in the ditch on Cumberland Road. Deputy responds to a reckless driver on Cumberland Road.
Deputies attempt to locate a wanted person on Stoney Point Road. Deputy investigates a suspicious vehicle on Cumberland Road.
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library at (804) 492-5807 Those filing taxes should bring the following: Social security card. Photo ID for self, spouse and ALL dependents. Last year’s tax return. ALL income tax documents.
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ence that opens the door to possible employment. The demand for medical transport agencies and paid rescue squad employees has increased over the past five years and continues to this day. Anyone living in the area in or near Cartersville who wishes to join as a member and/or take the first step toward creating an employment opportunity can call and leave a message at 804375-3399.
continued from > 1 satisfaction in being of service to people in the community who are in need. To others, there is the thrill of entering a critical situation and helping to resolve it satisfactorily to the benefit of others. One thing that people don’t usually consider, however, is that volunteer rescue squad involvement is an opportunity for training and experi-
Deputy responds to a suspicious vehicle on Cartersville Road.
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Deputy responds to a wellness check on Foster Road.
AARP Free Tax Preparation will once again be provided from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondays at the Cumberland County Public Library. The service will begin Feb. 6 and continue through April 10. Appointments are encouraged and can be made by calling the
Deputy responds to a B&E on Sawmill Road.
Deputy responds to a prowler on Gospel Lane.
Deputy responds to a wellness check on Anderson Highway.
Free tax preparation will be available at county library
Deputy assist motorist on Stoney Point Road.
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Deputy responds to a B&E on John Randolph Road. Deputies respond to a suspicious person on Duncan Store Road.
Deputy investigates a B&E on Claybank Road.
Deputies respond to a report of a citizen with a firearm on Bigger Road.
Deputy assists a stranded motorist on Community Center Drive.
Deputies respond to a vehicle accident on Stoney Point Road.
Deputy investigates a larceny on Jenkins Church Road.
Deputy responds to gunshots being fired on Guinea Road.
Deputy responds to a traffic hazard on Cumberland Road. Deputy responds to vandalism on Game Farm Road.
Dec. 30 16 Deputy responds to a report of a lost gun unknown location. Wellness check on Agee Lane. Deputy responds to a wellness check on Stoney Point Road.
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Cumberland’s Thomas Trowbridge attempts to pin an opponent from Goochland during the James River District tournament. Trowbridge won the 220 pound district championship for the Dukes.
Dukes wrestling finishes third in district By Billy Fellin Sports Editor
The Cumberland wrestling team participated in the James River District tournament on Jan. 23, along with fellow district
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teams from Amelia, Bluestone, Goochland, Nottoway and Randolph-Henry. And, the Dukes did not leave the district tournament empty handed. Led by district champion-
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ships from Ricky Kirby, Kavon Foster and Thomas Trowbridge, the Dukes finished in third place in the James River District with 135 points, behind Nottoway’s 196 and Randolph-Henry’s 157.
“We’ve been doing very well this season,” coach Charles Taylor said. Ricky Kirby at the 113 weight class had a stellar day for the Dukes at the James River District tournament.
Kirby started off in the second round after a bye in the first round and pinned Travis Adams of Randolph-Henry to advance. Then, Kirby faced Wanya Crowder of Bluestone and won
that match by pin as well to secure his district title. Kirby is 21-0 this season and also won first place at another tournament that the Dukes parsee Dukes > 7
Senior leadership key on court for Dukes By Billy Fellin Sports Editor
There is no secret to the Cumberland girls basketball team’s success this season. No, the answer can be found just by glancing at the Dukes’ roster and seeing how many seniors are present on the team. Six seniors are present for the Dukes and all six provide vital leadership and experience for Cumberland, both of which are paying dividends on the floor. “We’re 10-5 right now,” coach Omar Liggins said. “A lot of good things can happen over the next few games in the season. We’re doing pretty well right now.” One senior in particular, Bria Anderson, is leading the Dukes on the floor. She’s averaging 16 points per game, along with eight rebounds per game, six steals and six assists per game. “That’s how she’s playing, like she’s a senior,” Liggins said. “Right now, we’re playing together well. The six seniors are definitely leading the team in the right direction. Bria is the head of our body right now. I’ll play Bria anywhere on the court.”
Dukes continued from > 6 ticipated in recently, the Rural Retreat Invitational. Taylor said that Kirby is one of three seniors on the team that have been leading Cumberland this year along with Trevon Foster and Raheem Rumsey. Kavon Foster at the 170 class also had a bye in the first round and claimed a major decision over Jerry Eddy of Nottoway to
Tayziana Booker is averaging 11 points and nine rebounds per game, another senior providing significant production for Cumberland. Angel Parran, another senior, is averaging eight points per game as well as three rebounds and three steals. Olivia Sims, a junior is averaging seven points and four steals per game, while Tonishea Ford comes off the bench averaging six points per game. Cumberland sits in third in the district as of this publication, with room to move up if they’re successful over the final stretch run of the season. The Dukes fell in a close one, 38-36 to Prince Edward on Jan. 24, which broke a three-game winning streak. Despite the loss to the Eagles, Cumberland has shown they can win the close games more often than not. A few of their wins, such as against Bluestone and Amelia earlier in the season, were captured by three and one point, respectively. Other close contests against, Goochland on Jan. 13 and against Prince Edward on Dec. 14 also went the Dukes’ way. Liggins said that he was expecting the type of success
that Cumberland has been enjoying this year. “I knew the group of seniors that I had,” he said. “They’ve been playing for me all four years and they’ve been starting for me since they were freshman. I figured once they became seniors, matured a bit and understood the game a bit better, which they are, I thought that we could be pretty good.” With leadership and experience in spades across the board for Cumberland, Liggins said that he feels a bit spoiled by what he has on the roster. “I do feel real spoiled,” he said. “I have a group of seniors where I can just sit back because they know what I expect because they’ve been playing for me for the last four years. I can just sit back and they can coach for me because they know what to expect. I expected us to be good this year.” Yet another benefit to the group of Dukes this year is that they’re teaching and experience will no doubt trickle down to the underclassmen on the team and provide the same thing in terms of game-time experience and moxie for the 2017-18 team. “Right now, they’re follow-
advance to the championship bout. There, Foster earned a decision win over Spencer Parrish of Randolph-Henry to win the title. Trowbridge pinned Gus Payne of Goochland to move on the championship match and there he pinned Darius Wilson of Nottoway to win the district 220 weight class title. Rumsey, who is 16-3 on the year, was second place in the 182 class, falling to Bryan Herrera
of Goochland by pin. He was also second at the Rural Retreat Invitational. Kaijhaun Trent, with his 175 record, was also a runner-up at the district tournament after he was pinned by Caleb Calhoun of Randolph-Henry. Trent finished third at the Rural Retreat Invitational. Davidrick Brooks, Trequan Trent and Isiah Johnson each finished third at the district tournament. Taylor said that the team’s
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Cumberland’s girls basketball team has been on a hot streak this season, including the gem of winning their holiday tournament championship in December.
ing the lead of those seniors,” Liggins said. “The seniors are getting those girls to understand how Coach Liggins wants things to go for Cumberland girls basketball. By those younger girls following those six seniors, these younger girls are going to understand what I understand and those seniors are guiding them in the right direction.”
As the home stretch of the regular season approaches and with the postseason right around the corner, the Dukes don’t have an easy path the rest of the way. Cumberland travelled to Buckingham on Jan. 27, and was followed by home games against Bluestone on Jan. 28 and Nottoway on Jan. 31. They finish the season
on Feb. 3 against Central Lunenburg. Liggins said he’s well aware of the big issue Cumberland needs to clean up. “Our main issue right now is free throws,” he said. “That’s what cost us the game against Prince Edward. For us, to be successful and to go deeper into the playoffs, we have to make free throws.”
success this season isn’t a surprise to him. “Last year, we were doing very well,” he said. “I came in the middle of the season after I finished college. I had higher hopes, but I’m very proud and happy with what we’ve achieved this season.” Cumberland participated in a meet on Jan. 24 against Amelia, L.C. Bird and Meadowbrook as well as an invitational at Nottoway on Jan. 28 that served as final tune-ups
for the Conference 43 tournament, which is today. The Region 1A East tournament is Feb. 10. Taylor said that he feels the team is hitting its stride just when they need to be. “I feel like everything is coming to a head,” he said. “We’re reaching a great point at this point in the season. I’m trying to find ways to give guys a bit of a rest, but keep that drive and motivation so we can continue on, placing as high as we are and
have as many wrestlers placing as high as they are and doing well in these tournaments.” In order to be successful as the conference and region playoffs come along, Taylor believes that hard work and more conditioning are the ways the Dukes will succeed. “We have to continue running. In practice,” he said. “We have to work on moves that we’ll see in the higher levels to prepare them for what is upcoming.”
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Families enjoy Bear Creek’s ‘Lights on the Lake’ event
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he 2016 Lights at the Lake event held the first two weekends of December at Bear Creek Lake State Park in Cumberland proved that generosity and the spirit of the holiday season only grows bigger each year. Toys and monetary donations to the Cumberland Christmas Mother surpassed 2015 giving. More important was the efforts of so many volunteers who assisted the Friends of Bear
Creek Lake park support group in arranging an even brighter and better display for the community to enjoy. Despite the much cooler weather the second week, families still turned out to enjoy the spectacle. Park staff thanks all who came out and hope to see them again next year. Some of the displays are shown, as well as some of the volunteers who made the event possible.
Photos submitted by Thomas Knepp
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HONOR ROLL Contributed Report
Cumberland High School’s second quarter honor roll has been announced.Those with Principal’s HR beside their name are the students who made all “A’s”.
9th Grade Jasmine Allen Blake Barker Ka’Tyra Brown Tanner Cochran Hannah Collier Jason Cooke Jordan Cooke Graceyn Cubbage (Principal’s HR) Adam Finch Blessin Franklin Raheema Fulani Cesar Gamez Sydney Gilbert Jack Giles Sade Gregory Nikki Hurt Tony Ingram Alexis James Conner Jensen Ikia Johnson Tykierra Kidd Jason Laong Caitlin Mayo Amir McClinton Natalie McConkey Elizabeth Newman Jordan Newman William Pada Valeriya Petrechkiv (Principal’s HR) Gabrielle Phelps Diamonasia Rose Caroline Seal (Principal’s HR) Brian Simpson Cal Smith Jordan Smith Ryan Stimpson Destiny Terry Carly Thompson Alondra Tovar Alexis Trent Faith Tucker Maximus Van Cleave Kevin Williams Annabelle Williamson Grace Witt 10th Grade Parrish Angle Owen Baldwin Lawrence Bolden Maria Bonilla-Olmos (Principal’s HR) Teyanna Braxton (Principal’s HR) Tiera Butler Keandra Chambers
Kirsten Daniel Jacob Dunagan Nadia Elasha Cole Filman (Principal’s HR) Jalen Foster Munirah Fulani (Principal’s HR) Cassandra Garrett (Principal’s HR) Abigail Heath Autumn Holman (Principal’s HR) Cailey Hurley (Principal’s HR) Rickeysha James Garrett Jensen Tyler Kingsley Zoe Leonard (Principal’s HR) Justin Long Mason Ludgate Ashlee McHenry Veronica Nelson (Principal’s HR) Nicholas Overston Destiny Pace Jacob Raby Caterra Randolph Laura Shuart (Principal’s HR) Leighann Sims Ayana Speas Justin Stimpson Tristan Stinson Raelynn Stone Mary Thompson Gloria Tuttle Justin Weeks Michaela Woodson (Principal’s HR) Hallye Workman JaShyra Wortham Nikolas Yoder (Principal’s HR).
11th Grade Allison Amos MaKayla Amos Rachel Armstrong Markel Blakey Ta-Quorsha Brooks Jacey Burley Brandon Caban Dustin Clark Brandon Cottrell Acadia Czeizinger Sonny Dominick Crystal Dowdy Kearsten Duncan Alexis Ellis Maria Gamez McKinley Giles (Principal’s HR) Matthew Hazlegrove Isaiah Johnson Jamie Jones Canaan Keesee Darius Kyle Elizabeth Ledford Kayla Ousey (Principal’s HR) Elizabeth Rhoten Darron Ridley
Caylor Scales Dominique Scott Olivia Sims Kaylyn Sparkman Elena Sustaita Michael Sutton Brandon Swann Matthew Thompson Holly Tillett (Principal’s HR) Sadei Trent John Turner Bobbie Umburger (Principal’s HR) Alyssa White Ruby Yarborough
12th Grade Infinity Anderson Matthew Bapties Karissa Blackwell Tayziana Booker Shakiera Branch (Principal’s HR) D’Anthony Brooks Kaia Brown Kiara Cokeley Richard Duncan Jordan Finch Tonishea Ford Lorraine Foster Kasie Fowler Allison Gilbert (Principal’s HR) Chelsea Giles Riley Giles (Principal’s HR) Jaylen Gilliam Ciara Gilman Jared Halvorsen Makayla Hampton (Principal’s HR) Katey Hougland (Principal’s HR) John Jefferies Madaline Johnston Brandon Leabough Jeryl Lewis Rhiann Mann-Stunz Harleigh Marion John Marion Shadeja Morgan Kaylah Paras (Principal’s HR) Angel Parran Mary Perry Brittny Price Aleya Robert Danielle Rosas Danielle Royall Zion Salmon Lindsey Spillman Rebekah Stevens Shayna Swanson Taylor Thomas Trevis Trent Deanna Ward Quentasha Williams Demory Williamson (Principal’s HR)
Library set to host presentation about area railway history Free High Bridge program titled ‘Faith and Poverty’ will focus on Farmville-Powhatan Railroad Contributed Report
PRINCE EDWARD — High Bridge Trail State Park invites you to attend a “Come in from the Cold” winter programming partnership with the Farmville-Prince Edward Community Library on West Third Street. Gather in the comfort of the library’s warm meeting room interior at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 6, as Ranger Bob Flippen presents a PowerPoint presentation on “Faith and Poverty” The Farmville-Powhatan Railroad. This forgotten narrow gauge railroad served the citizens of Powhatan, Cumberland and Farmville for 25 years before becoming defunct and the rails taken up to be sent to France for use in World War I. See images of items and maps associated with this forgotten railroad that terminated at what is now High Bridge Trail. The program is free and refreshments will be available afterwards. All are welcome to attend. The library is located at 1303 W. Third St. in Farmville. For more information, call the Park office 434-315-0457 or email highbridgetrail@dcr.virginia.gov. The award-winning Virginia State Parks are managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. For more information about Virginia State Parks’ activities and amenities or to make reservations in one of the more than 1,800 campsites or 300 climate-controlled cabins, call the Virginia State Parks Reservation Center at 800-933-PARK or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
Commonwealth Chorale seeks singers for spring Mozart requiem concert Contributed Report
Interested singers are invited to join the Commonwealth Chorale in rehearsal for spring performances of Mozart’s Requiem. Rehearsals will get underway from 7 to 10 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Farmville Presbyterian Church at 200 W. 3rd St. All are welcome; no auditions are required. Performances will be presented at 3 p.m. March 26 at the Farmville United Methodist Church and 3 p.m. April 2 at College Church at Hampden-Sydney. Young singers ages 12 and over also are invited to rehearse with the adults. For more information, call 434-392-7545 or visit the Chorale’s website at: www.commonwealthchorale.org.
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OBITUARIES WILLIAM M. CRUMP William M. Crump, 94, of Chesterfield, died December 28, 2016. Surviving are his daughter, Judy Crump Brown (Bernard); son, Jimmy L. Jones (Brenda); five grandchildren, Logan, Travis, Odell, Theresa and Dominyce; eight great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Mr. Crump was the owner of Crumps Auto Service. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2017, at the Second Baptist Church CRUMP at 1400 Idlewood Avenue, with Dr. James H. Harris officiating. Interment followed in New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery in Cartersville. Online guestbook may be found at www.scottsfuneralhome.com. Scott’s Funeral Home at 115 E. Brookland Park Boulevard was in charge of arrangements. MYRNA GIBSON Myrna Lou Hawkins Roberts Gibson, 78, of Keysville, passed away January 18, 2017, at Marshall Pines Alzheimer’s Special Care Center in Augusta, Georgia, following a courageous struggle with Parkinson’s and dementia. Gibson was born December 15, 1938, in Pulaski. She graduated from Shenandoah Valley Academy at New Market in 1955 at age 16, and received a registered nursing degree from Southern Missionary College at Collegedale, Tennessee, in 1959. She also earned a bachelor’s degree in professional arts from St. Joseph College in Maine in 1985. Gibson enjoyed a long career in health care, working as a registered nurse, director of nurses and nursing home administrator, retiring as administrator of Britthaven Nursing Home in Keysville in 2007. She loved God and spent much of her time over the past several decades as a member of the Farmville Seventh Day Adventist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents, Owen and Ethel Hawkins of Roanoke. She is survived by her husband, Bill Gibson; brother, Alan Hawkins and his wife Oneida; brother, Dallas Hawkins; daughters, Donna Roberts Merkel and Sheila Roberts Sherwin, and sons Bill Gibson Jr., Jack Roberts Jr., Tim Gibson and Lee Roberts. She has six grandsons, three granddaughters, and several great grandchildren. She married her husband Bill in 1970. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, January 26, 2017, at the Farmville SDA Church located at 2086 Cumberland Road
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in Farmville. Interment followed at the church Department of Transportation (VDOT). Bill cemetery. was a proud member of the IR/WA. He served for 20-plus years and held every office. On CLARENCE GILLIAM September 18, 1987, Bill married Denise Mercer. Mr. Clarence Gilliam, age 76, of Cartersville, They celebrated their 29th anniversary with an departed this life on Sunday, December 18, Alaskan cruise. Besides his wife, Bill is survived 2016, in Cartersville. He is survived by his chil- by his daughter, Sheryl Nestor; granddaughdren, Sampson (Darlene), Michael (Latisha), ter, Ashley; and great-grandson, Ashton. Also Mary and Betty; eight grandchildren, four surviving is a brother, Richard (Barbara Ann); great-grandchildren, three sisters, other rela- numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Special tives and friends. Funeral services were held at mention goes to his little buddy Aiden Harlowe; 1 p.m. Friday, December 24, 2016, at the New and a very special little black dog, Reese. A Hope Baptist Church in Cartersville, with the memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, Rev. Keven Caleb officiating. Interment fol- January 20, 2017, at Woody Funeral Home, lowed in the church cemetery. Marian Gray Huguenot Chapel. Graveside service was held at Thomas Funeral Home in Cumberland was in 2 p.m., at Signal Hill Cemetery in Hanover. charge of arrangements.
CAROLINE JOYCE Caroline Key Joyce, born in 1926 to George and Clara Key of Cumberland, went to be with her heavenly Father on January 1, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold; and son, Richard. She is survived by her daughter, Cindy Langley (Brent); grandsons, Nathan and Zach Langley; and two great-grandchildren, all of Massachusetts; daughter-in-law, Darla O’Leary (Pat); two grandsons, Richie and Josh Joyce, all of California; sister, Georgianne Key Matthews of Powhatan; many nieces and nephews; brother and sister-in-law, Aubrey and Elaine Joyce of Powhatan. Caroline was a resident of Highland Springs and a member of the Fort Lee Baptist Church. A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 20, 2017, at the Fort Lee Baptist Church with a private interment at Washington Memorial Cemetery. WILLIAM MEADOR William “Bill” Edward Meador, 70, passed away January 15, 2017, at Thomas Johns Cancer Center in Richmond. He was born December 9, 1946, in Farmville, the son of Harry and Ruby Meador. After graduating from Cumberland High School, Bill began his career in 1966 with the Department of Highways, beginning in the Bridge Division as a technician and working up to Assistant Right-of-Way Manager in the Richmond District. He ultimately was promoted to Acquisition Program Manager in the Central Office. Bill retired 2009 after serving 43 MEADOR years from the Virginia
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EDWARD MOTTLEY Edward Clarence Mottley, age 92, of Farmville, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2016, at his home. He is survived by his wife, Judith; one brother, John and his wife Nancy; one granddaughter, Holly Hamlette of Pamplin. He was preceded in death by six brothers and sisters and Scott Wallace, his stepson. Edward worked as a carpenter and served our country in the United States Army. A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 30, 2016. Interment is to be held at a later date.
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continued from > 10 REV. ROBERT NEW The Reverend Robert Henry New died peacefully from natural causes November 20, 2016, in Portland, Oregon. He was born in Rochester, Minnesota, on September 23, 1927, and was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Gordon Balgarnie New and Ethel Bailey New; brother, Gordon; and sisters, Elizabeth and Marion. He was married in 1951 to Marian Merchant of Minneapolis. Bob is survived by their five children: Gordon “Skip” (Phuong-Ha), David, Douglas (Wendy Jo), Lisa Dearden (James) and Stephen (Kori). There are nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Bob received a B.A. from the University of Minnesota, and Master of Divinity from Bexley Hall Episcopal Seminary. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, then worked seven years for Stouffer’s Restaurants, followed by his Seminary education. After his ordination as a Priest in 1965, Bob served as Assistant Rector in three parishes, Rector in three more and held various positions in 14 parishes in Ohio, Michigan, Missouri, North NEW Carolina and Southern Virginia. Bob ended his active ministry with a five-year term as Rector of St. James Episcopal Church in Cartersville. He retired at age 87, after serving 50 years as a Priest. A memorial celebration was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 28, 2017, at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church at 8706 Quaker Lane in Richmond. Memorials may be sent to St. Michael’s. EDNA NICHOLLS Edna Earle Robertson Nicholls, 93, of Culpeper, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2017. She was born October 12, 1923, in Cumberland County, to Oliefield and Fannie Robertson. In 1948, she married Charles Ernest Nicholls and they shared 65 years together. Among their chief joys were a love of gardening and their deep connection to their family and friends. During World War II, she became the first female radio dispatcher for the Virginia State Police. She was a member of the Edith Burton Circle at the Culpeper United Methodist Church, and served as a Pink Lady for the Culpeper Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. She is survived by a daughter, Cathy (Don Tuttle); and a son, Shane (Jodie); grandchildren, Matthew Mercer, Lori Camden, Allen Nicholls and Rebecca Nicholls; and three great-grandchildren. In addition, her surviving siblings are Herman Robertson, Arlene Partin and Pattie Maples; as well as many loving nieces and nephews and friends as dear as family. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, January 26, 2017, at the Culpeper United Methodist Church. Interment was at 2 p.m. in the Culpeper National Cemetery (New Section). Memorial contributions can be made to the Culpeper United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 1233 Oaklawn Drive, Culpeper, VA 22701. Condolence may be given at cloreenglish.com. Clore-English Funeral Home 11190 James Monroe Highway at Culpeper, VA 22701.
ROGER STINNETT SR. Roger Lee Stinnett Sr., 70, of Cartersville, departed to his
Heavenly home on January 11, 2017. Born April 10, 1946, in Amherst County, he was the son of the late Eldridge Loving and Blanche Mays Stinnett. Roger retired from Ellis Palmore Lumber Company. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Agnes Martin Stinnett; his daughter, Gracie Connor (Todd); his son, Roger Lee Stinnett Jr. (Laiza); three granddaughters, Sidney Grace, Daniella and Gabriella; two brothers, Melvin and Ralph; three sisters, Arlene, Margaret and Lucy; and many other loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Annie Campbell; and three brothers-in-law, John Fuqua Jr., STINNETT Herbert Neas and Bradley Campbell. There will be no memorial service, but donations can be made in his honor to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.
TIMOTHY TUCKER SR. Timothy James Tucker Sr., 54, of Cumberland, passed away December 30, 2016. He is survived by his sons, Timothy James Tucker Jr. of Amelia and Matthew H. Tucker of Cumberland; and his mother, Margaret Beadles Tucker of Bon Air. He was preceded in death by his father, James O. Tucker “Tucker.” A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Monday, January 2, 2017, in the Powhatan Community Church at 4480 Anderson Highway in Powhatan. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cumberland Volunteer Fire Department. Bennett &
Barden Funeral Home at 3215 Anderson Highway (Route 60) in Powhatan was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com. PATRICIA TURNBULL Patricia S. Turnbull, age 85 of Farmville, died peacefully on December 24, 2016 after a struggle with cancer. Patricia was born January 4, 1931, to the parents of Warren H. and Elizabeth “Betty” Searfoss of South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Patricia was a gifted woman who loved life and filled the room with her beautiful smile and her infectious laughter. She was the oldest of three children. As she told it, she had many wonderful experiences to shape her life. She loved her involvement in many plays, sharing her passion for the arts and music. As a soloist in the Lutheran Church, she met the man who would become her husband. Her time at Lycoming College was brief, as she had met the love of her life, who she missed deeply, wed and moved with him to Indiana. It was in South Bend where she started her life as a devoted wife, wonderful mother, devout Christian and life “cheerleader” for many. She had numerous friends whom she valued throughout her life. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, W. Ford Turnbull; her parents; and her sister, Sylvia “Siber” Sachette. She is survived by her brother, Warren “Sonny” Searfoss; as well as her two daughters, Cindy Montgomery and Kim Hall (her husband, Preston); her four grandchildren, Eric and Paul Montgomery, Emily Keisling (her husband, Gavin) and Lindsey Hall (her fiancée, Adam Desgain); and two see Notices > 12
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Cumberland Woman’s Club members learn about volunteer opportunities at C.C. Elementary School Contributed report
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Cumberland Elementary School principal Ginny Gills addresses members of the Cumberland Woman’s Club.
Volunteer opportunities at Cumberland County Elementary School were addressed by Ginny Gills, principal, at the Jan. 12 meeting of the Woman’s Club of Cumberland County. Members were encouraged to tell friends, neighbors and others in the community about the varied fun and interesting opportunities to give back to the community via the elementary school. Some of the options are: Be a “Reading Buddy” to a struggling student. Be a “Cookie Reader” with a pre-kindergarten student. (Any Monday through Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m.) Cookies are provided. Teach table etiquette to pre-kindergarten students (any day during breakfast or lunch). Be a PBIS Event Planner -- Fun events held to reward positive behavior. Read across America Day -- Share love of reading and travel from pod to pod reading your favorite book. Teacher Helper -- Copying and laminating for the teachers Lunch Monitor - Make a teacher’s day by covering lunch duty. JRFH (Jump Rope for Heart) — Get your heart healthy by supervising children. The annual event will be held March 1. Hours needed are: 7:40 to 8:40 a.m., fourth grade; 9:45 to 10:45 a.m., second grade; and 1:50 to 2:50 p.m., third grade. After School Tutor for Reading or Math – 3:15 to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursdays, as of Jan. 24. Lunch Buddy on Grandparents Day — Not all students have living grandparents or grandparents who can get off work on that day. Fill in and
brighten a student’s day. Prior to the start of the January meeting, woman’s club members participated in the annual Valentine Workshop, making over 220 handmade valentines for the elementary school teachers and staff. They agreed that the teachers love them and they are a lot of fun to make. International Outreach chairman Georgeen Carden reminded members to return their “filled” coin boxes at the February meeting. Funds collected (since last September) will be used to purchase a heifer through Heifer International, a program that works to alleviate hunger and poverty through livestock and agriculture. Carden reminded members that the person with the least amount of money in their coin box will have to “kiss-a-cow.” No details yet on when and how that will take place but groans could be heard among members. Photos are expected to be taken to commemorate the event. The Spring Field trip will be April 27 to Historic Garden Week at Windsor Farms. The cost will be $40 plus lunch. Cumberland community members who would like to join the club are welcome. For more information, contact Carolyn Foran at tobo@ceva.net. Payment is due by March 9. Those interested in visiting or joining the Woman’s Club of Cumberland should contact Linda Lineweaver, membership chairman, at brandyknoll@verizon.net. The club meets at 1:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the Payne United Methodist Church. Visitors are always welcome.
Notices continued from > 11 great-grandchildren, Cole and Kendall Montgomery. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, December 30, 2016, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Farmville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to St. John’s Lutheran Church in Farmville. Shorter’s Funeral Home in Farmville was in charge of arrangements. PATRICIA WILSON Patricia Diane Wilson, age 59, of Prospect, passed away on January 17, 2017. She is the wife of Reed Wilson. She is survived by two sons; Reed Wilson and Matthew Wilson and wife Amy; one daughter, Amber Wilson; one brother, Dennis Gillispie his wife Carla; three grandchildren, Charlotte Sandy, Trenton Wilson and Leighten Folz; and her parents, Earl and Dorothy Gillispie. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 21, 2017, in the chapel of Shorter Funeral Home. Interment followed in Trinity Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to assist family with funeral expenses to Shorter Funeral Home.
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