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Sunshine For young pageant contestant Jamilette James, taking home trophies in only part of the goal By Roslyn Ryan

rom the moment you meet her, it’s not hard to see: there is something special about two-year-old Jamilette James.

Plenty of others, it seems, have also fallen under the bouncy Cumberland resident’s spell. As a contestant in numerous beauty pageants, Jamilette has already racked up enough trophy’s and awards—one trophy is literally twice as tall as she is—to fill up the mantel in her family’s home. “To my surprise, she loves it,” says Jamilette’s mother Jacqueline, who tries to make sure that competing in pageants is just one of her daughters many creative and social outlets. “It’s a lot of fun for her.” see Sunshine > 1 Two-year-old Jamilette James proudly wears the tiara she won in a recent pageant. Her mother, Jacqueline, says her only goal when it comes to pageants is for her daughter to enjoy competing. Photo by Roslyn Ryan

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SCHOOLS: Cumberland students learn ABCs of nutrition. P4 HEALTH: Why walking poles may boost your workout P10

Cumberland High School Wrestlers take on Districts. See page 8.

County students shine in spelling bee. See page 4.

Sing it! Second round of Cumberland Idol, benefitting Relay, will be held Feb. 24. See page 6. COMMUNITY: Patriot Day organizers seek volunteers P6 SPORTS: Albrecht named Wrestler of the Year P10

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK

Controversy over Black History Month dampens well-intentioned observance

By Roslyn Ryan Editor

For as long as this writer can remember, the practice of observing February as Black History Month has been the source of controversy. Even though that controversy has often been overshadowed by the positive aspects of the practice—the lessons taught to school children, the public

acknowledgment of accomplishments that might otherwise be lost to history— some anger still simmers in the background. “[It’s] ridiculous,” said the actor Morgan Freeman, an outspoken critic of Black History Month. “You’re going to relegate my history to a month?” There is certainly no way for a 32-year-old white woman to begin to understand the perspective of a 74-year-old black man. But it would seem to me that Freeman’s issue with the designation of BHM has perhaps more to do with its name than with its true spirit. No, certainly a month is not long enough to encompass all that black Americans have contributed to the success of this country, and

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all the achievements made long before America was founded. To say otherwise would be preposterous. February should instead, therefore, be a celebration not of history, but of achievement. More specifically, the achievements of black Americans. Is there really anything wrong with holding up and celebrating the work and sacrifices of Americans who managed, in the span of only a few generations, to go from not being able to vote to having a representative in the highest office of the land? As the famed poet Maya Angelou suggested last week, Black History Month may have, at this point, outlived its true usefulness. But the version of history taught to our school children and

shown in popular media, at its best, is an imperfect document. Until that document truly reflects the full scope of American history, meaning that it integrates Black History more fully into American History, it seems unwise to discard February’s designation. Finally, it may be important to remember that Black History Month also serves not only to highlight the achievements of black Americans but also to highlight the oppression so many of us found so abhorrent today. If nothing else, it provides a picture of a past we never want to return to, and of the wealth of scientific progress, artistic achievement and literary greatness the world might have missed out on if things had remained the same.

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The James family, (from the left) Jacori, Jerome, Jacqueline, and Jamilette. The family has faced a number of obstacles over the years, including Jacori’s health issues, but has always remained positive, says Jacqueline. Photo by Roslyn Ryan

see Sunshine > 3 If Jamilette’s list of pageant honors is impressive—she has already been crowned 2011 Tiny Miss Eastern Virginia, and the 2011 Toddler Miss Autumn Dream, among other wins —perhaps even more noteworthy is the cause, or “platform” in pageant speak, she represents. Whenever Jamilette competes, says her mother, she does so in part to help raise awareness of Failure to Thrive, or FTT, a disorder in which children fail to meet growth and weight standards for their age, often due to digestive or behavioral difficulties. It is a disorder her older brother Jacori, 4, has dealt with nearly all his young

life, and one that has shaped his sister’s life as well. While little Jamilette can wow judges from the stage, she also knows how to connect a feeding tube so her brother can get the nutrition he needs. While she is blazing a trail as one of the few young black contestants in many of the pageants she competes in, she also understands the very real needs of the children served by the Children’s Hospital Feeding Program (the place that was so instrumental in helping Jacori). “I’m so proud of the commitments she has made,” says Jacqueline, a former financial consultant who left her career see Pageant > 3

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8 The World War 11 Round Table of Central Virginia will host a B-24 ball turret gunner credited with 50 missions flying out of Italy. Sgt. Irvin Davis in his 90’s well remembers those three very rough missions to the oil refineries Miss Chesterfield Outstanding Teen in 2011 and now current Miss Blue Ridge Outstanding Teen Ms. Savannah Lane will lead in the singing of the Star Spangled Banner and tap dance and sing a few war era songs. All meetings are open to the public beginning at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 8 at Father Val Hall of St. John Neumann Catholic Church located 2480 Batterson Road (behind Flat Rock Shopping Center) and conclude with a social. For more information visit www. ww2rtcva.com. Murphy’s PAWS. Murphy the Reading Dog visits the Library at 10:00am – 12:00pm to lend a friendly paw & ear for Preschool Story Time, led by Murphy’s “mom,” Marjorie Robison. During the month of February program has been extended to include a craft hour. Cumberland County Public Library Children’s Area 804-492-5807

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Rotary Club of Farmville Meeting at 12:00pm at Charley’s at 201 B-Mill Street, Farmville, VA. Virginia Cooperative Extension is offering a comprehensive VEGETABLE GARDEN SERIES that will be held the Thursday evenings of February 2, 9, 16 and 23 at the Prince Edward Extension Office. The workshops will be from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Come learn what you need to know about raising your own vegetables. The main topics covered will be planning your garden, soil and soil amendments, common diseases and pests of all major vegetables, minimal pesticide use and more. The optional $10 fee covers a printed reference notebook. Please call 804492-4390 to register by January 30th to get a headcount for the materials. There will be a twelve person minimum and a twenty-five

Pageant continued from > 2 to home school Jacori and Jamilette. Concerning the pageant world portrayed on shows like Toddlers and Tiaras—in which tiny, would-be

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Cumberland Extension Office at 804-492-4390 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. TDD number is (800) 828-1120

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Join the Cumberland County Public Library for our craft hour, during our Winter Reading program on Saturday Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Also, participate in our Winter Reading program by picking up a reading log and earning stars for every book you read!

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Murphy’s PAWS. Murphy the Reading Dog visits the Library at 10:00am – 12:00pm to lend a friendly paw & ear for Preschool Story Time, led by Murphy’s “mom,” Marjorie Robison. During the month of February program has been extended to include a craft hour. Cumberland County Public Library Children’s Area 804-492-5807

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Rotary Club of Farmville Meeting at 12:00pm at Charley’s at 201 B-Mill Street, Farmville, VA.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 “Christian Motorcyclists Association Powhatan” chapter LIVING WHEELS meets the third Saturday of each month at 6:00 p.m. You are invited to join us at Company 1 Fire station, Old Buckingham Rd. and Mann Rd. Come find out what we’re doing, and where our next ride or event will be. For more information call 598-1834 or 357-6730 or 512-8835 Join the Cumberland County Public Library

beauty queens are sometimes nudged onto the stage by frighteningly competitive parents—Jacqueline says some of it is, unfortunately, real. “What you see on television, yes, it does happen,” she admits. “But you as a parent are the ones who can change that.” In keeping with

for our craft hour, during our Winter Reading program on Saturday Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Thomas Chapel Beacons – Silent Auction with food at the Cumberland Elementary school. Fundraiser for Relay for Life Cumberland.

Time, led by Murphy’s “mom,” Marjorie Robison. During the month of February program has been extended to include a craft hour. Cumberland County Public Library Children’s Area 804-492-5807

THURSDAY, MARCH 1 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 H.O.P.E. – Helping Others Prepare for Eternity is a Ladies Group that meets every third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm in the Fellowship Hall at Cartersville Baptist Church. All women are invited to join us. H.O.P.E encourages Christian development of ladies in our church and community through missions, spiritual outreach, community involvement, and Christian fellowship.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Murphy’s PAWS. Murphy the Reading Dog visits the Library at 10:00am – 12:00pm to lend a friendly paw & ear for Preschool Story Time, led by Murphy’s “mom,” Marjorie Robison. During the month of February program has been extended to include a craft hour. Cumberland County Public Library Children’s Area 804-492-5807

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7 Murphy’s PAWS. Murphy the Reading Dog visits the Library at 11:00am to lend a friendly paw & ear for Preschool Story Time, led by Murphy’s “mom,” Marjorie Robison. Cumberland County Public Library Children’s Area 804-492-5807

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Jacqueline and her husband Jerome’s wishes, Jamilette does not wear glittery makeup or don outfits that would be considered inappropriate for a child her age. The way Jamilette’s parents see it, “she’s two when she walks in and she’s two when she leaves.”

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14 WW2 Veteran’s Meeting. Second Wednesday of each month at St. John Neumann Catholic Church. All meetings are open to the public beginning at 7:00 PM at Father Val Hall of St. John Neumann Catholic Church located 2480 Batterson Road, Powhatan (behind Flat Rock Shopping Center) and conclude with a social. For more information visit www.ww2rtcva. com.

What Jacqueline wants most for her daughter, she says, is for her to enjoy her pageant time and to gain from it a sense of accomplishment and pride. “If [she wins], great,” says Jacqueline. “If she walks away with just some life lessons, that’s even bet-

ter. For readers with questions about Jamilette James’ cause, Failure to Thrive, or competing in pageants, Jacqueline James can be reached at (804) 237-2752.

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SCHOOL NOTES bee was established to “help students improve their spelling, increase their vocabularies, learn concepts, and develop correct English usage that Michaela Woodson, a fifth will help them all their lives.” grade student at Cumberland Basically the contest is open Elementary School, won the to all students under 16 years Cumberland of age who have not reached C o u n t y grade 8 and who attend schools P u b l i c which have officially enrolled Schools in the program. Spelling Bee Students who participated held January in the Cumberland Spelling 24, 2012. Bee will be recognized at an Michaela is upcoming School Board meetWoodson the daughing. ter of Ms. BreAnn Woodson and Mr. George Chapman of New Cumberland Canton. She competed against County Schools other grade-level winners join with Scouts to from grades 2-8 and successfully spelled “perseverance” to fight hunger win. Other grade-level winA school-wide effort ners included Dylan Myers, by the students and staff of 2nd grade; Rakwon Minter, 3rd Cumberland County Public grade; Brian Simpson, 4th grade; Schools to collect food for the Preston Sutton, 6th grade; Reese hungry resulted in the accuSummerall, 7th grade; and mulation of approximately Amatul Fulani, 8th grade. 3000 food items. All student Michaela received a organizations, classes, and Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, groups were asked to particicourtesy of Scripp’s National pate in the program. Bags and Spelling Bee and the Richmond boxes were placed in all areas Times-Dispatch. She will around school to collect the advance to the regional com- food items, which were then petition to be held on Saturday, donated to FACES (Farmville March 10, 2012, at 1:00 P.M., Area Community Emergency at the Library of Virginia. The Services). winner of the Regional Spelling Mrs. Judith Chambliss, the Bee will receive a $1,500 schol- CMS science teacher who coorarship and an all-expenses paid dinated the joint effort between family trip to the 2011 Scripps CUCPS and the scouts, said, National Spelling Bee. “This year’s Cumberland The Scripps National County Public Schools and Spelling Bee is the nation’s Cub Scout food drive was an largest and longest-running unqualified success! Despite educational promotion and is difficult economic times, we sponsored by the E. W. Scripps were able to top last year’s Company. Local competitions count by 16%.” are co-sponsored by newsMrs. Chambliss noted papers, such as the Times- that many people worked to Dispatch, or other high-pro- make the initiative a success. file community organizations She thanked the principals and and businesses. The spelling administrators, Mrs. Margaret

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Cumberland Middle School teaches nutrition As part of the Health and Physical Education program at Cumberland Middle School, instructor Walker Carter taught a unit on good nutrition. During the week of January 23 through 27, 2012, he brought in guest speaker Christina Knowsley, the Family Nutrition Program Assistant from the Virginia Cooperative Extension Office for Buckingham and Cumberland Counties. Mrs. Knowsley taught students about nutrition, the importance of being healthy, and the relevance of staying active. Throughout the week, students made yogurt dip with fruit, a tomato and onion salad, omelets, oven baked fried, and mini-pizzas on English muffins. Courtesy Photo

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Korrow (CHS science teacher and director of the Cumberland branch of FACES), Major Peter Amico and the 7th period JROTC cadets, students (especially the CMS 8th graders and the 7th grade TAG students), parents, and Cub Scout Pack 6560. Special recognition was given to Ms. Anna Wieder’s 6th grade class, which collected 268 items, and Mrs. Stephanie Hammond’s 2nd grade class, which collected 248 items. Also receiving special recognition were those Cub Scout parents who helped pick up and deliver the bags of food to the food bank. Mrs. Chambliss said, “It is a huge undertaking and would not happen without all of us working together. What we accomplish with this food drive has an enormous impact on our community and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping to make it a success.”

School foundation will sponsor gospel celebration On March 3, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. the Cumberland County Public Schools Foundation, Inc. will sponsor a Gospel Celebration at the Cumberland High School Cafetorium with the proceeds used to fund scholarships and teacher grants for the students of Cumberland County. Since its beginning in 2002, the Cumberland County Public Schools Foundation, Inc. has given $132,500 in scholarships and $70,974.00 in teacher grants. Much of the money distributed comes from private donations and fund raisers such as the annual Walk for Education and the Golf see Schools > 5

Schools continued from > 4 Tournament. This year there is a new addition to the fund raising activities – A Gospel Celebration including singing, praise dancing, and praise mime. One of the featured groups in the program is the Tri-County Youth Choir, a group of young people from the counties of Cumberland, Buckingham, and Prince Edward. “To me, performing in this program, is more than just singing”, said Justin Wilkes, Director of the choir. “This is an event needed for the community, for the schools, for the teachers.” That’s because many of the students who receive scholarships would not be able to go on to post-secondary education without the additional money. The Foundation provides not only assistance for four-year colleges and universities, but for certification programs such as automotive technician and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). “When children do not have adequate funds for higher education opportunities, there is a ripple effect” says Jeff Dingeldein, Principal of Cumberland High School. “As the job market is tighter, people competing for jobs are expected to have post-secondary credentials. We want the students who graduate from Cumberland High School to be able to compete on all levels. This is not just an event for high school parents but the entire community. We hope that all parents, extended families, church groups, and community leaders will attend and show their support for life-long learning in Cumberland County.” The Foundation supports a variety of students in a diverse

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Cumberland residents are invited to attend the second of four Cumberland Idol contests, all being held to raise money for Relay for Life of Cumberland. The event will be held on Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Cumberland Community Center. The cost for contestants to enter is $5, and admission to the event is $3 at the door. Cumberland Idol is open to kids ages 3-19, with two winners selected from three age groups. The Idol night also features a 50/50

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taking place where additional help would be appreciated mechanical bull and the orbitron are among the many new attractions for this year. Steve Bassett will be performing outdoors on stage this year on the main stage and there will also be various indoor stage acts that are being still being scheduled. For additional information, please contact Stephany Johnson or Corrie Hurt at 804-492-3251.

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raffle, with half the proceeds going to the winner and half donated to Relay for Life. The winners from the first Cumberland Idol night, which raised over $1,200, were: 3-8 age group: Johnna Stevens (Judges’ Choice) GeorgieAnna Martin (People’s Choice) 9-13 age group: Tristan Stinson (Judges’ Choice) Group Anonymous (People’s Choice) 14-19 age group: Holly Cook (Judges’ Choice) Shannon Spillman (People’s Choice)

Adult Karaoke Roulette winners: Adult Male Winner: Cumberland Elementary School Principal Jeff Scales Adult Female Winner: Bonnie Mitchell The next two events will be held on March 23, 2012 and April 28, 2012. Winners of first four contests will compete for the 2012 Cumberland Idol title at Relay for Life. For more information, or to register, please contact Kathy Duffie at (804) 678-9493. For more information on Cumberland’s Relay for Life, visit www.relayforlife.org/cumberlandva.com.

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Cumberland Today Sports Spotlight on: Cumberland High School Wrestling Cumberland Today photographer Anjie Henley took in the action at the District Wrestling Tournament held at Cumberland High School.

Top: Rodney Richardson. Bottom: Glenn Patterson

Arthur Byrd stays one step ahead of his opponent.

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Clockwise, from top left: Rodney Richardson Head Coach Robbie Wendell speaks to the team before Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s James River/Dogwood Sectional Tournament at Cumberland. Michael Albrecht (senior). Michael won his 100th match of his career on Saturday Senior Arthur Byrd

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YOUR HEALTH

Walking with poles—no, really—may help pump up your daily workout By Linda Stollings

Cumberland’s Albrecht named Wrestler of the Year

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Cumberland. wrestler Mike Albrecht (145 lb) was named the James River District Wrestler of the Year following the JRD championships at Cumberland. Cumberland finished second to Nottoway in the team results, ending a run of three straight district titles for the Dukes.

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CES implements QuickStart Tennis Contributed report

Cumberland County Public Schools began participation in the QuickStart Tennis program at the beginning of the 20112012 school year. Through the program, tennis equipment is supplied to schools and teachers are trained to incorporate tennis skills into the regular physical education program. Students are able to learn the rudiments of tennis without having a real tennis court. The program uses an age-appropriate progression to

introduce students to tennis basics and employs the “play to learn” concept. The drills and activities improve fitness by working on agility, coordination, balance, reaction time, and footwork. QuickStart Tennis enthusiasts claim that, in addition to learning tennis skills, students are taught important character-building skills such as sportsmanship, determination, dedication, and teamwork. Students at Cumberland Elementary School have been

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eager to participate in the program. According to Health and Physical Education teacher Glenda Grubbs noted that the students all seem excited that they have access to the tennis equipment and look forward to being able to complete the assigned tasks. She said, “The skill level and ball control increases with every class visit! QuickStart Tennis is a tremendous opportunity for our very rural youth to explore an activity not generally available to them.”

Media General News Service You have certainly heard of skiing with poles, but have you ever heard of walking with poles? Yes I am talking about walking with a pole in each hand, not necessarily in the snow either. My oldest daughter Jessica came in the house one day and asked me if I had ever heard of Leki Sticks. Well I gave her an odd look and asked for a little more information. She had been on a trip with her husband, Jesse, and his parents. They all love to walk, so they did a little hike and used something called Leki Sticks as Jessica called them. She was very impressed with the poles and the way they added intensity to her workout. Of course, I had to do some research on these poles to see just what they were all about. Leki is a European-based manufactures of poles for Nordic walking, trekking, and skiing poles and accessories. Their fully adjustable spin poles are a popular item with both beginner and veteran Nordic walker. They are made with ultra-lightweight aircraft grade aluminum and high modulus carbon. The lengths of the poles are easy to adjust with a simple twisting motion and remain stable throughout the walks. These Leki Nordic walking poles are marketed as an easy, full body workout and a way to strengthen your upper body, create resistance for building bone density easy and burn 40 percent more calories compared to regular walking (without poles). Nordic walking is the activity of walking for fitness using these specially designed poles to give you a full-body workout. Okay let’s back up; burn up to 40 percent more calories than regular walking. Is that possible or just another marketing ploy to make money? You have my attention now! The American Council on Exercise

(ACE) is the largest nonprofit fitness certification, education and training organization in the world with nearly 50,000 certified professionals who hold more than 55,000 ACE certifications. ACE put the Leki poles to the test, and after research by leading wellness authorities the editor’s review in June of 2010 concluded the following: ACE experts agreed that the most challenging part of using these poles was getting the hang of Nordic walking but after reviewing the helpful instructional videos on the Leki website and using the poles on a few 2-4 mile walks — they got it down. Leki touts Nordic walking as a way to get a “surprisingly easy, full-body workout,” and experts are in full agreement. With the spin poles, you are able to work up a serious sweat and reach target heart rates, even for those with orthopedic limitations that prevent them from running. Experts also agree that it is a better workout than traditional walking because using the poles works the upper body. Nordic walking is a great way for fitness walkers of all ages and abilities to boost the intensity of their workouts. Following is what the ACE experts really liked. » Lightweight body and easily adjustable length. » Comfortable handgrips with quick release straps for easy access to water bottle, or phone. » Instructional video clips on manufacturers website. » Vigorous full-body workout with reduced joint strain. So if you are looking to step up your walking program in 2012 the Leki poles might be just what you are looking for. See you on the roads. Linda Stollings is a personal fitness trainer in Bristol, Tenn. Email her at lstollings@fitprescriptions.com.

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