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HOPEWELL— Drivers headed east into the city along Rt. 36 are met by Hopewell’s LOVE sign, a friendly greeting near the city’s visitors’ center.

Hopewell is a part of the Lovework program, a statewide branding initiative sponsored by the Virginia Travel Corporation.

Seven years ago, the VTC awarded the Hopewell/ Prince George Chamber of Commerce a $1,500 matching grant for this project.

The LOVE theme ties the Hopewell-Prince George area into the “Virginia is for Lovers” messaging, which has been recognized nationally and internationally for 45 years. Each LOVE sign across the Commonwealth is shown on a map on Virginia’s tourism website, encouraging visitors to “follow the LOVE” across Virginia.

For many, it may have seemed that the sign just appeared overnight, and

in a way, that is true. But there is more story to it, and the LOVE greeting sign exists because of the work of six people who breathed life- and a sense of Hopewell- into the sign: Danny Riddle, Kirk Thore, Mark Shornak, Jackie Shornak, Becky McDonough and Steve McDonough.

The sign’s theme leans heavily on Hopewell’s aquatic and manufacturing ties. The “L” was constructed of poles made to look like the pilings of a pier, representing the city’s marina. A bench is built into the L, or dock, for

people to sit down and take photos. Mark Shornak and Steve McDonough designed and constructed that letter of the sign, and, with the help of Jackie Shornak, they all repainted it in a recent restoration effort.

The “O,” which looks like a gear, is constructed of old pipe flange with gear pieces cut out of one-quarter-inch steel. The O represents the local industries that grew Hopewell into a city. Kirk Thore is a welder and created the design of this second letter.

The “V” is made of corrugated metal taken from a

100-year-old barn. Painted blue with flat-metal waves, the V represents the confluence of the James and Appomattox Rivers at Hopewell. Thore created a hammered steel fish that jumps from the top of the V, another tie to the two rivers and marina.

The “E,” which is made of medium density overlay marine plywood, is painted with stars and stripes to represent the area’s strong military presence. Mark Shornak built the E, and Danny Riddle painted the sign. In the recent repairs and maintenance work on the sign, Mark added dimension with the stars, and he and Jackie repainted it.

Danny Riddle founded Riddle Sign Company in 1973 and continues to share his passion by painting and drawing designs on cars. He also taught auto collision repair classes at Hopewell High School for many years. Riddle was raised in Hopewell and is a self-taught craftsman.

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tensive training in welding while working in local industry. He worked 33 years for Allied Signal (now Honeywell). After retirement, he was surprised to find that people would purchase the metal sculptures he creates in his shop from mostly recycled materials, turning “junk” into beautiful displays of artwork

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as H.K. Thore Metal Craft.

His artwork is displayed in Richmond.

Mark Shornak has worked in the construction business for over 50 years as a superintendent. He primarily worked in the residential renovation of older, upscale homes in the Richmond area. Now that he’s retired, he stays busy building and

helping whoever needs help.

Jackie Shornak was a member of Hopewell City Council for 8-1/2 years and also served as Mayor. After retirement from being a paralegal for over 35 years, she continues to work in giving back to her community.

Becky McDonough is the

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CEO of the Hopewell-Prince George Chamber of Commerce. Becky was instrumental in helping obtain the LOVE sign grant from the State.

Steve McDonough is the broker/owner of McDonough Real Estate Company, a career of 38 years in the making.

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Keystone Stonewalled on Tax Exemption COLONIAL HEIGHTS

BY CRAIG RICHARDS LNNUSA.com

COLONIAL HEIGHTS – The Keystone Truck and Tractor Museum maintains a real property tax exemption for the museum property established over two years ago.

Recently the company has acquired 860 West Roslyn Road, the previous Southpark Carpet property, converting it to a receiving and repair facility for the museum.

At the Tuesday, February 8th Colonial Heights City Council meeting, a first reading of an ordinance to approve real property tax exemption was under consideration for that property location.

Councilors held a lengthy discussion which included asking for a representative for the museum to speak on the request. No one from Keystone was in attendance.

Ultimately councilor John Wood drew a com-

parison of the maintenance facility on West Roslyn Road to that of a parsonage on a church property. He believed that, as with a parsonage, the second facility for the museum was not a public access site and therefore should not receive tax exemption. While the argument was made that the property was essential to the operations of the museum, the fact that it is not open to the public was the deciding factor in the 7-0 vote declining the request for the tax exemption.

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Pancake Day REGION STAFF REPORT LNNUSA.com

REGION- Tuesday, March 1st was Mardi Gras. “Mardi” is the French word for Tuesday, and “gras” is the French word meaning “fat”so, Fat Tuesday. Fat Tuesday is also known as Shrove Tuesday and is the final day before the fasting season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Today’s celebration of Mardi Gras- partying and general indulgence- is drawn from the tradition of feasting and merriment just before the more solemn days of the Lenten fasting season begin.

Though pancakes have a long history dating back centuries and can be found in various versions in many cultures around the world, the sweet bready breakfast food came to be closely associated with Shrove Tues-

day. Because of this, today, in addition to being Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday has also been deemed International Pancake Day. In celebration of Pancake Day, IHOP offered guests a free short stack to accompany their order on March 1st. If you missed that chance to do a little indulging of your own, be sure to mark your calendar for Shrove Tuesday next year and plan a trip to your favorite local breakfast spot.

Whether you call them pancakes, griddle cakes, flapjacks, or hotcakes…

Whether you smear them with butter, drown them in syrup, or smother them with jam…

Next time you take a bite of the delicious treats, remember their association with the spring Easter season and the abundance of Mardi Gras, and enjoy them with a smile.

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Bucking for the Best

Vargo Focused on Community Outreach, Service to Benefit Residents PRINCE GEORGE

BY ADRIENNE WALLACE FOR LNNUSA.com

PRINCE GEORGE – He won a close election, replacing former sheriff Bucky Allin who retired from the seat, and took office at the start of 2022.

“I felt truly honored, humbled, and privileged to be elected to serve the citizens of Prince George County as their Sheriff,” said Sheriff R. W. Vargo. “Having been a lifelong resident of Prince George, being Sheriff is something that I had talked about ever since being a young teenager. I believe what may have put me over the top is taking the last few years in talking with the citizens about my plans to run for Sheriff when Sheriff Allin retired and what my abilities are to succeed.”

He explained his experience of having worked in the Sheriff ’s Office, learning the job for the last 23 years of the 35 years with the county. “I felt that, with those conversations, I had gained their confidence and trust.”

Vargo is looking into implementing a new program of exploring options

of having a therapy dog come to the courthouse to assist with juvenile matters.

“Many times, children are put into high stress situations while being called upon in case matters,” the sheriff said. “Having some extra support for them in their difficult time is a priority for our department.”

He is also continuing the Project Lifesaver Program which is set up for families who have a child or children who are autistic, adults with Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease. Also, the Sheriff’s Office plans to have a Home Incarceration Program. This program is for individuals that are given an active jail sentence for their offense.

If they meet a strict set of criteria, one being a nonviolent person and not a risk to public safety, this person could be able to serve the rest of their sentence at home. That person has to pay to be enrolled in the program which covers all fees charged to the county instead of having the taxpayers pay for the subject while they are incarcerated.

“I am working with the John Randolph Foundation to set up a scholarship pro-

gram for students to apply for in any field of education that they decide to pursue, that will be sponsored by the Prince George Sheriff ’s Office,” Vargo noted.

As the department continues to serve the public, on June 25th they are planning a blood drive in connection with the county’s volunteer C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) at Unity Baptist Church from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. along with a Child Safety

Seat Clinic and a Project Lifesaver display. “I will also be continuing to work on having the Sheriff ’s Office fully accredited, a program that both Sheriff Hunter and Sheriff Allin started and worked on,” Vargo said. “I will continue to work on being accredited until it is completed. Plans I have for the future is having food and clothes drive to assist our citizens in need.”

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VARGO FROM PAGE 6 The new sheriff felt confident in his previous preparation for the position.

While serving as Sheriff Allin’s Chief Deputy, Vargo learned the administrative side of the Sheriff’s Office.

He also acted as Allin’s designee during the former sheriff ’s absence from the office, an experience which helped him prepare for the position he’s proud to hold now.

During his term as sheriff, Vargo said the Sheriff ’s Office will continue to participate in doing selective enforcement. “The Sheriff ’s Office has always been a support system unit with our police department.

In doing this, it gives the police department an extra person to use if necessary to assist them. It also benefits our office, showing the public that the Sheriff’s Office is out here to protect them as well as the police,” the experienced law agent explained. “Having both departments from the same jurisdiction side by side slowing drivers down and keeping the highways safe shows the citizen unity for our community and their safety. This helps to cut down on criminal activity as well.”

According to the county native, currently the department does not have community events or programs for young people. That is one of the many things the Sheriff ’s Office wants to change.

“Juveniles and young adults

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are the next generation, and our department wants to provide some type of program to help guide them and show them we are there to support them.”

In one example of community outreach, last year at the Prince George Farmer’s Market, Vargo participated in a children’s day event.

“It was well worth the time and effort that was put into it. Our Sheriff ’s Office will now be participating in the farmer’s market children’s day yearly with displays and offer any assistance to the program coordinator the Sheriff ’s Office can offer,” the sheriff commented.

Education is key when it comes to being on top of changing regulations. Every year, county deputies attend in-service classes either at Crater Criminal Justice Academy or on-line for recertification. Every July the Commonwealth’s Attorney holds a legal-update class to make the department aware of new laws that took effect as of July 1st. Emails are also sent from the Virginia Sheriff ’s Association, keeping staff members up to date on the various relevant legislation that the General Assembly has passed into law.

Whatever the program or project may be, Vargo, his command staff, and the entire department will jump in to help the residents of Prince George- serving the taxpayers, working towards a safer county, and making the community the best it can be.

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Outlines Budget Priorities in Letter to General Assembly Conferees RICHMOND MEDIA RELEASE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

RICHMOND- On Friday, March 4th, Governor Glenn Youngkin sent a letter to the General Assembly budget conferees, Delegate Barry D. Knight and Senator Janet D. Howell, outlining his final budget priorities that will help address priorities that are beneficial for all Virginians.

“As you begin your conference deliberations, I urge you to consider the unprecedented financial position of the Commonwealth and the unique opportunity that this creates for all of us to accomplish many important goals at the same time. The opportunity to address so many of our shared priorities, including significant tax relief, in this timeframe is extraordinary and we will be able to do so while not only maintaining, but also strengthening the Commonwealth’s triple A credit rating through sustainable structural balance and a fortress balance sheet,” wrote Governor Glenn Youngkin.

Governor Youngkin’s priorities include: • Reducing the tax burden on Virginians by doubling Virginia’s standard deduc-

tion to $9,000 for single filers and $18,000 for joint filers.

• One-time rebate of $300 for individuals and $600 for families.

• Excluding a portion of veteran retirement income from state income taxes.

• Increase State funding to aid localities with police departments.

• Ensure disabled Virginians have access to the care they need, by fully funding an additional 1,200 developmental disability waiver slots.

• Repeal temporary COVID-19 workplace restrictions will help Virginia stay open for businesses and make our economy stronger.

• Creating academic opportunities by providing $150 million for lab schools.

• Protecting the safety of our students, faculty, and staff by supporting emergency funding for campus security at Virginia’s HBCUs. • Supporting the Virginia Talent Opportunity Partnership and Innovative Internship Fund.

• Supporting the Virginia Business Ready Sites Program.

Governor Youngkin’s full letter can be read at www. governor.virginia.gov.

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Updating to Keep the Sheriff ’s Office Moving Forward New Security Technology Will Benefit Hopewell HOPEWELL

BY ADRIENNE WALLACE FOR LNNUSA.com

HOPEWELL – He won the election, defeating the incumbent for the city’s sheriff position. Travis Stanley didn’t take time to relax and bask in the victory.

Instead, Sheriff Stanley hit the ground running.

On day one, the Hopewell native began looking at security and technology, as well as other programs and policies that may need to be updated. One of his top priorities was updating the FOBs system, which is a part of the courthouse security that gives deputies and staff an individual electronic key, providing secure access to the facility.

“The system was antiquated and the technology used to operate the FOBs was outdated to the point it was being phased out all together,” Stanley noted.

With the help and input of his command team, the Sheriff completed a new set of policies. While the current policies are outdated – last officially updated in 2014, Stanley is still holding off implementing the new policies until April 15th.

“We wanted to provide time for deputies to go over the new policies and provide

any input and get answers to any clarification they may need,” the new sheriff explained. “There were many items that needed updates and others just were outdated and not necessary to be in the policy.”

Setting terms will define the planning process to provide for the formulation, review, and annual updating of the written goals and objectives. It also informs those impacted by the changes of the local sheriff ’s chain of command, sets professional responsibility, addresses loss or damage of equipment, code of conduct, and much more.

According to Stanley, most of the office’s technological system had been ignored and is extremely outdated.

Therefore, he wants to bring in improved systems that will help keep the courthouse safe and enable the

law enforcement agency to better serve the community.

That includes a new camera system to provide better images and visual coverage.

Under Stanley’s leadership, the department purchased a PowerDMS program to create quick access even for the deputies on the road, instead of writing information and then manually entering the ticket or any other paperwork. “This will streamline all processes,” the veteran law enforcement provider noted at an interview a week ago. “This will be implemented next week.”

Stanley will also address the I-295 arrangement with the city, as selective enforcement allows the Sheriff ’s Office to assist police with enforcement of traffic rules and violations in targeted areas like Interstate 295.

“We plan to increase the number of tickets to 82 percent,” said Stanley, who began his career with the Petersburg Police Department. “This program was all but abandoned. It will bring money back to the city, benefitting citizens by keeping the tax rate lower, while these funds can help with capital improvements and get the tax rate where it was before that funding stream was not available.”

While the sheriff continues

to look into different areas that need improvement, there is at least one area of the department that he hasn’t touched- staff. Stanley worked in the Hopewell Sheriff ’s Office until his predecessor was elected to the office and let the former deputy go. That’s when he moved his skills to Sussex County’s Sheriff Office.

Next on Stanley’s list of goals is to fill vacancies and, whenever possible, promote within the department. He is also busy with the new budget, a process underway across the city.

In addition to these projects, the sheriff is working with the interim police chief on a crime reduction initiative, with a goal of developing a complementary plan for the Sheriff ’s Office.

While Stanley admits the job offers challenges, the primary one he faces is adjusting to a more administrative role when he is more accustomed to field duties. However, taking the post seriously, the courthouse leader welcomes the challenges and has not only adapted, but thrived.

“You have to keep moving forward while focusing on how to best serve Hopewell citizens,” Stanley said.

“That’s my goal.”

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Hopewell Shares Marina Details with Public

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HOPEWELL- On Monday, March 7th, the City of Hopewell will host an information session for the public, with details on the Hopewell Marina Concept Plan. The proposal would remove the marina from direct competition with nearby private marinas by eliminating long-term slip rentals. The plan aims to improve public access to the wa-

terfront with an emphasis on recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and public events. It would also eventually connect the marina area and all that it offers with the current Hopewell River Walk. The public information session will begin at 6:30pm in the City Council Chambers at 300 N. Main Street.

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Hopewell Swimmer Heads to 2022 USA Summer Games

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HOPEWELL- One Hopewell native is making a splash for his hometown this summer. Zach Brown has been swimming with the Special Olympics for over twenty years, and now, he will join Team Virginia, swimming in the 2022 USA Summer Games in Orlando.

Zach has won more than

20 gold medals in his swimming career and on February 28th, he was honored

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Zach’s love of the water goes beyond just swimming himself. He also loves teaching others to swim. Zach is the Assistant Coach for the Wood Dale Summer Swim

Team and has worked with the YMCA’s Learn to Swim program as well. Out of the pool, he is also the 13-year manager for the Hopewell High School Football Team.

Fans can tune in to watch Zach and his teammates compete in the Summer Games on ESPN Wide World of Sports, June 6th through June 10th.

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CH Chamber Lends a Hand with Spring Cleaning COLONIAL HEIGHTS STAFF REPORT LNNUSA.com

COLONIAL HEIGHTS- The Colonial Heights Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free community shredding, drug takeback, and electronics recycling event on April 30th.

Community members can shred sensitive documentation, safely dispose of prescription drugs, and responsibly recycle old electronics. The event will run from 10am to 2pm at 1500 Boulevard in Colonial Heights. Electronics that can be recycled include desktop and laptop computers, monitors, printers and scanners, DVD and Blu-Ray players, flat panel tvs, video game consoles, and more. For more information, visit colonialheightschamber.com/events

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PAAL to Feature Tantrum Artists PETERSBURG STAFF REPORT LNNUSA.com

PETERSBURG- On Friday, March 11th, the Petersburg Area Art League will be hosting a unique gallery artist. Five resident artists from Tantrum Tattoo will be featured, including owner George Archer. The teams’ artistic style ranges widely, so be sure to stop in to chat with them during Friday for the Arts that evening. The event also includes music, food, and a cash bar, and the evening’s celebrations will have a hint of green and orange in honor of St. Patrick’s Day.

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March 2022 Locality Calendar March 2022

03/01 Petersburg

Special City Council Meeting

12:00 PM Via Zoom

Petersburg

Regular City Council Work Session

5:00 PM

Via Zoom

Prince George

Board of Supervisors Budget Work Session

5:00 PM

Administration Building

03/02 Petersburg

School Board Meeting

6:00 PM

255 South Boulevard East

03/04 Prince George

Board of Supervisors Strategic Planning Retreat

8:30 AM

Central Wellness Center

03/05 Prince George

Board of Supervisors Strategic Planning Retreat

8:30 AM

Central Wellness Center

03/07 Prince George

School Board Meeting

6:30 PM

Administration Building

03/08 Petersburg

Special City Council Meeting & Budget Workshop 3:00 PM

Via Zoom

Prince George

Board of Supervisors Closed Session

5:00 PM

Administration Building

Prince George

Board of Supervisors Work Session

6:00 PM

Administration Building

Prince George

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 7:00 PM

Administration Building

Colonial Heights Regular City Council Meeting

7:00 PM

City Hall Council Chambers

Hopewell

Regular City Council Meeting

7:30 PM

Via Zoom

03/09 Petersburg

Architectural Review Board

6:00 PM

Via Zoom

03/10 Hopewell

School Board Meeting

5:30 PM

103 N. 12th Avenue, Hopewell

9:00 AM

Technical Center

7:00 PM

Central Wellness Center

03/14 Colonial Heights School Board Budget Work Session Prince George

Community Emergency Response Team Meeting

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March 2022 Locality Calendar Industrial Development Authority Board Meeting

12:00 PM Human Services Building

Prince George

Board of Supervisors Budget Work Session

5:00 PM

Administration Building

Petersburg

School Board Meeting

6:00 PM

255 South Boulevard East

ARWA & SCWWA Board of Directors Meeting

2:00 PM

21300 Chesdin Rd, S. Chesterfield

Economic Development Authority Meeting

5:00 PM

Via Zoom

03/18 Regional

Petersburg Area Regional Tourism Board Meeting

11:00 AM 1964 Wakefield Street

03/21 Prince George

Planning Commission Work Session

5:30 PM

Administration Building

03/22 Prince George

Board of Supervisors Closed Session

5:00 PM

Administration Building

Colonial Heights School Board Closed Session

5:30 PM

Technical Center

Prince George

6:00 PM

Administration Building

6:30 PM

Technical Center

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03/17 Regional Petersburg

Board of Supervisors Work Session

Colonial Heights School Board Regular Meeting Prince George

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 7:00 PM

Administration Building

Hopewell

Regular City Council Meeting

7:30 PM

Via Zoom

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting

2:00 PM

Via Zoom

Planning Commission Meeting

6:30 PM

Administration Building

Board of Supervisors Budget Work Session

5:00 PM

Administration Building

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03/29 Prince George

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Disciplinary Committee of the Board of the Petersburg City Public Schools will hold special meetings on March 8, March 9, and March 10, 2022, at 5:30 p.m., in the school division’s administration building at 255 South Boulevard East to convene closed sessions pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(2) of the Code of Virginia to address student disciplinary matters.

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USA Today Bestselling Author

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HOPEWELL- Join The Hopewell-Prince George Friends of the Library for their Annual Spring Meeting. The Saturday, April 2nd meeting will feature guest speaker and USA Today bestselling author Donna Everhart.

Donna Everhart is the USA Today bestselling author of Southern fiction, including the Indie Next List selection The Education of Dixie Dupree, The Forgiving Kind, The Moonshiner’s Daughter, and the Southeastern Library Asso-

ciation Award-winning novel The Road to Bittersweet.

This will be an in-person event and will follow current public health guidance.

Please note that the event will be available to attend free via zoom and that because of the ongoing pandemic this program is subject to change. The meeting begins at 2pm; email mkitchen@ arls.org to register via zoom.

Fountain Bookstore will have copies of Donna Everhart’s titles available for purchase at the event. For additional information on events and resources at the Appomattox Regional Library System, please visit www.arls.org or call 804-458-6329.

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Petersburg 41, Hopewell 40

Classic Boys Basketball Rivalry Does Not Disappoint NORFOLK

BY JEFF BUTLER For LNNUSA.com

NORFOLK- Tuesday night at the Norfolk Scope, the Petersburg Crimson Wave and the Hopewell Blue Devils squared off for the 3rd time this year.

Hopewell, having lost by 13 in game one and in overtime in game two, was hoping that this third time would be the charm… and they were almost right.

It didn’t start off well for the Blue Devils (15-8) as they fell behind 17-6 after the first quarter. They could not come up with a way to stop the Wave’s big man, Chris Fields who dominated with 10 of their 17 points. Hopewell fought back gallantly though, and Petersburg’s lead was cut to 4 at halftime 26-22 behind 8 of Hopewell’s Sincere James’ 12 first half points.

The second half saw an incredible surge in defensive intensity from both teams- the guard play from Petersburg (18-3) was impressive as Clarence Claiborne and Kaymeigh Lundy put steady pressure on the Hopewell guards - particularly their leading scorer Soph. Cameron Mise, who was limited to 5 pts after three quarters. However, senior Tyheim Love managed to score 9 of his 12 game points in the third quarter, helping bring Hopewell to within 2 points after three quarters 37-35.

As impressive as the quality of play was for those three quarters, the fourth quarter drama - particularly the final

three minutes- was something to behold. First, with some 3 minutes left in regulation, Mise stole the ball (he leads the team in steals, rebounds, and points), drove coast to coast, but was called for a charging foul - his fourth.

However on Petersburg’s next possession, Hopewell guard Samauri Tinch stole the ball and found Mise in the left corner for a three pointer, which gave Hopewell its third one point lead 40-39 with 2:45 left. Mise was also fouled on the shot, but an additional double foul was called on him and the defender for mouthing off. Mise would head to the bench with his fifth foul and his replacement missed the foul shot.

However, Hopewell maintained possession of the ball and proceeded to milk some 50 seconds off the clock before a 5 second violation was called on Hopewell for their player not moving the ball to a teammate fast enough.

On the next possession, Hopewell’s Anthony Greene, who off the bench had played a great defensive game on Fields, fouled out, putting Fields at the line, who made one out of two to tie the game at 40-40 with 1:11 left.

As Hopewell had another chance to milk the clock for a possible last shot, James had an open look at a layup, but it was contested enough that he missed. Now with 40 seconds left, Petersburg had a chance to play for the last shot. They worked some 20 seconds off the clock until

the ball was knocked away and picked up

by Hopewell’s Christian Johnson who fed Love for a driving layup that missed, a follow up tip missed as well before Petersburg came down with it with 9 seconds left.

Jamarii Garnett drove down the left side, but Tinch knocked the ball out of bounds with 3.4 seconds left.

Claiborne inbounded the ball to Fields at the top of the key who returned a pass to Claiborne down low who missed the shot as time expired, or so it seemed; the officials determined that Claiborne was fouled before the buzzer. They put 0.6 seconds back on the clock. Claiborne missed the first of his two shots and made the second for the Petersburg win.

Hopewell fans were left wishing for instant replay. (Perhaps one day with streaming services this will happen.) While it was an extremely tough loss for the Blue Devils, the silver lining is that they are still in the tournament because their two previous victories allow both the winner and runner up to advance. They play Friday, March 4th at 7pm at Skyline High School in Front Royal, while Petersburg will host James Monroe, also at 7pm. If they both win, they will face each other for a fourth time!

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In the meantime, Petersburg can claim a well-deserved Regional Championship, and a chance to add to their now 13 wins in a row.

There is something special about a Petersburg-Hopewell basketball game. Many still remember legendary coaches Bill Lawson of Petersburg and Bill Littlepage of Hopewell leading their respective teams year after year. How wonderful it is coming out of this pandemic to return so much of our attention to this great game that now has two first class coaches of its own in Petersburg’s Ryan Massenburg and Hopewell’s Elvin Edmonds. Last year both teams lost huge chunks of their seasons because of Covid. One of Hopewell’s four regular season victories was over Petersburg on their way to a playoff run that led to a State Championship. Friday night, hopefully both teams will take another step forward in their quest for this year’s state championship.

Will a fourth meeting between these two great teams occur?

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Cavs Top Wolves in Season Opener PETERSBURG

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PETERSBURG—The Petersburg Cavaliers opened their 2022 season with a win over the Winston Salem Wolves on Saturday, February 26th. The high-scoring affair saw the Cavs control the game from tip-off to the final buzzer.

The Cavs, led by three-year veteran Elijah Moore, kicked out to a 20 to 12 lead in the first, finishing the quarter ahead of the Wolves 25-17.

The Cavs maintained their lead through the second period capping off the fist half with a 49-38 lead, including a 12-2 run late in the period to extend their lead.

The third period saw much of the same as the Cavs gained more ground with an eight point run early in the opening minutes of the second half.

That run remained unanswered by the Wolves until four minutes into the third, leaving the Winston-Salem-based squad down by as much as 18 in the third period. The Wolves were able to cut into the lead before the end of the period, and the teams began the fourth 72-59..

The Cavaliers’ depth played a huge role in Saturday’s victory as the bench racked up fifty-four percent of the teams total points in the contest.

Walter Williams came off the bench with 20 points and was the second leading scorer for the Cavaliers behind Moore’s 23 points of the evening.

With a strong presence on the

glass, an early season emerging defense, and a combination of fast breaks and solid half court offense, the Cavaliers had an impressive overall showing in game one of the season. The Wolves made a run cutting into the lead halfway through the fourth period but were unable to pull close as the Cavs ran away with the game 109-81.

With the first contest in the books, the Cavs look to have

picked up on last season’s momentum and show promise for a run for the title. But with the strength of the East Coast Basketball League, the season also looks to be set up for quite a few challenging games for the 2022 Petersburg Cavaliers.

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H O P E W E L L P O L I C E AC T I V I T Y R E P O RT ON 02/23/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 200 BLK OF JACKSON ST FOR A REPORTED ASSAULT. OFFENDER ASSAULTED VICTIM, BREAKING ARM. ON 02/26/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 3300 BLK OF IVOR ST FOR A REPORTED VANDALISM. KNOWN OFFENDER ENTERED RESIDENCE BY PUSHING PAST RESIDENT, ASSAULTED ANOTHER RESIDENT CAUSING NO INJURIES AND DAMAGED WINDOW. OFFENDER ARRESTED. ON 02/22/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 400 BLK OF S MESA DR FOR A REPORTED DRUG OFFENSE. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF AN ILLEGAL DRUG WHICH WAS SEIZED FOR DESTRUCTION. ON 02/26/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 500 BLK OF E RANDOLPH RD FOR A REPORTED VEHICLE COLLISION AND SHOTS FIRED. KNOWN OFFENDER HIT VEHICLE AND UTILITY POLE WHILE DRIVING, FIRED SHOTS, FLED ON FOOT, WAS APPREHENDED AND FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF NARCOTICS AND WAS ARRESTED. ON 02/27/2022, POLICE LOCATED A SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE IN THE 200 BLK OF ATWATER RD. DRIVER WAS FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF NARCOTICS AND WAS ARRESTED. ON 02/22/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 1300 BLK OF LIBERTY AVE FOR A REPORTED ATTEMPTED ABDUCTION. JUVENILE REPORTED A DARK COLORED VEHICLE WITH TWO OCCUPANTS APPROACHED THEM AT BUS STOP. JUVENILE RAN FROM AREA. NO FURTHER LEADS OR DETAILS DEVELOPED AFTER IN-DEPTH INVESTIGATION.

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ON 02/24/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2600 BLK OF RICHMOND ST FOR A REPORTED DISTURBANCE. KNOWN OFFENDER ASSAULTED VICTIM AND REFUSED TO LET VICTIM LEAVE. OFFENDER LATER LOCATED AND FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF NARCOTICS AND WAS ARRESTED. ON 02/22/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 200 BLK OF S 13TH AVE FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER ENTERED EQUIPMENT TRAILER

BY REMOVING BOLT AND STOLE POWER SAWS. ON 02/23/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO HEADQUARTERS FOR A REPORTED LARCENY THAT OCCURRED IN THE 2400 BLK OF GRANT ST. KNOWN OFFENDER STOLE WALLET FROM RESIDENCE. ON 02/26/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 400 BLK OF N MAIN ST FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE PURSE FROM COMMERCIAL RESTROOM. ON 02/21/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 200 BLK OF N MAIN ST FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE ALCOHOL FROM BUSINESS. ON 02/23/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 300 BLK OF E BROADWAY FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE PERSONAL ITEM FROM BUSINESS. ON 02/26/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5100 BLK OF OAKLAWN BLVD FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. OFFENDER ENTERED VEHICLE AND STOLE FIREARM.

ON 02/21/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 3400 BLK OF BOSTON ST FOR A REPORTED VANDALISM. OFFENDERS BROKE SHED WINDOWS BY THROWING ROCKS.

2021001240 ANTONIO TAYLOR (38) of HOPEWELL REVOKED OR SUSPENDED LICENSE,M CONTRIBUTING TO THE DELINQUENCY OF A MINOR,M

ON 02/23/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2700 BLK OF JACKSON ST FOR REPORTED SHOTS FIRED. UNKNOWN OFFENDER FIRED SHOTS, DAMAGING RESIDENCE. NO INJURIES REPORTED.

2022000528 KAYLEE GREGORY (22) of HOPEWELL ASSAULT & BATTERY -FAMILY MEMBER,M

ON 02/24/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 4600 BLK OF WESTERN ST FOR REPORTED SHOTS FIRED. UNKNOWN OFFENDER FIRED SHOTS, CAUSING NO REPORTED DAMAGE OR INJURIES. ON 02/24/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2300 BLK OF DUBLIN ST FOR REPORTED SHOTS FIRED. KNOWN OFFENDER FIRED SHOT, DAMAGING RESIDENCE BUT CAUSING NO INJURIES, AND WAS LATER ARRESTED. ARRESTS 2022000521 MICHAEL COLE (48) of HOPEWELL ASSAULT & BATTERY,M TAMPERING WITH VEHICLE,M ABDUCTION & KIDNAPPING,F

2022000295 KYLE DAVIS (25) of PRINCE GEORGE GRAND LARCENY,F RECKLESS DRIVING,M 2022000082 TAVARSHIA JONES (31) of COLONIAL HEIGHTS ASSAULT & BATTERY -FAMILY MEMBER,M 2022000481 DA`QUAN LUNDY (25) of EMPORIA DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE,M 2022000540 RASHAWN TATUM (18) of PETERSBURG PASSENGER FAIL TO REPORT HIT AND RUN WITH INJURY,F RECKLESS DRIVING,M DRIVING WITHOUT LICENSE PROHIBITED; PENALTIES,M

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DINWIDDIE ARREST REPORT Jonathon Seth Ramsey, 21 years old of the 3800 block of Johnson Road, North Dinwiddie, Virginia was arrested on February 18, 2022, for domestic assault.

Richard Copeland Fisher, III, 40 years old of the 1800 block of Powhatan Avenue, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on February 18, 2022 for unlawful use of, or injury to, telephone and telegraph lines; copying or obstructing messages

Ashley Dawn Wray, 29 years old of the 7900 block of Boydton Plank Road, North Dinwiddie, Virginia was arrested on February 20, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court.

Michael Lee Sheffield, 34 years old of the 3800 block of Susie Drive, North Dinwiddie, Virginia was arrested on February 21, 2022 for grand larceny.

Tracy Anne Wills, 49 years old of the 2200 block of Chesdin Lake Road, Church Road, Virginia was arrested on February 22, 2022 for two counts of violation of protective order.

Madalyn Alexandra Hull, 20 years old of the 3800 block of Johnson Road, North Dinwiddie, Virginia was arrested on February 22, 2022 for trespassing.

Robert Bruce Sullivan, 59 years old of the 16000 block of Branches Road, Dewitt, Virginia was arrested on February 22, 2022 for improperly regulating the burning of woods or brush.

Benjamin Lee Mullins, 42 years old of the 7600 block of Colemans Lake Road, Church Road, Virginia was arrested on February 23, 2022 for abduction and kidnapping, two counts of shooting at or throwing missiles, etc., at train, car, vessel, shooting in or across road or in street and use or display of firearm in committing felony.

Rebecca Ann Carines, 42 years old of the 1600 block of Johnson Road, Petersburg, Virginia was arrested on February 22, 2022 for violation of protective order.

Richard Dwayne Davis, 54 years old of the 100 block of Ruger Street, Prince George, Virginia was arrested on February 22, 2022 for contempt by failing to appear in court and contempt by failing to obey court order.

Fugitives of the Week: 1965 | February 28, 2022 This week, Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers needs your help with locating the following two fugitives: Kelvin J. Ruiz Paredes is wanted for taking indecent liberties with a child. Ruiz Paredes, 32, is a 5-foot 7-inchtall Hispanic male who weighs 185 lbs. Ruiz Paredes has brown eyes and black hair.

Brandy M. Spears is wanted for credit card fraud. Spears, 38, is a 5-foot 5-inch-tall white female who weighs 135 lbs.

Spears has brown eyes and brown hair.

If you have seen one of these most wanted fugitives, call Crime Solvers (804) 748-0660, or use the p3Tips mobile app.

We guarantee you will remain anonymous and could receive a cash reward up to $5,000.

You can like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter @CrimesolversCCH and subscribe to our YouTube Channel.

I am Det. Baldwin with the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers and these are your Fugitives of the Week.

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P R I N C E G E O RG E C O U N T Y I N C I D E N T R E P O RT S 202202140001 Welfare Fraud, Identity Theft ON 02/14/2022, OFFICERS RESPONDED TO THE 14900 BLK OF LEBANON ROAD FOR REPORTED FRAUD. UNKNOWN OFFENDER USED VICTIMS INFORMATION TO OBTAIN WELFARE BENEFITS. 202202140002 Embezzlement ON 02/14/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5400 BLK OF OAKLAWN BLVD FOR A REPORT OF EMBEZZLEMENT. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS ENTRUSTED TO MAKE DEPOSITS ON BEHALF OF THE BUSINESS AND DID NOT. WARRANTS OBTAINED. 202202140003 Larceny - Theft from Building ON 02/14/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 7800 BLK OF LAUREL SPRINGS ROAD FOR A REPORTED LARCENY. ONE PAIR OF HEADPHONES WERE STOLEN. 202202140004 Assault - Simple ON 02/14/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5000 BLK OF OWENS WAY FOR A DOMESTIC ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS IDENTIFIED AS ASSAULTING SPOUSE. ARREST MADE. 202202150003 Assault - Simple ON 02/15/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 8000 BLK OF LAUREL SPRING ROAD IN REFERENCE TO A DISTURBANCE. TWO PARTIES ASSAULTED EACH OTHER. WARRANT PROCESS ADVISED . 202202150006 Assault - Simple ON 02/15/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5100 BLK OF CHUDOBA PKWY FOR A

DOMESTIC ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS IDENTIFIED AND ARRESTED FOR SAME. 202202150005 Larceny - All Other Larceny ON 02/15/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 7100 BLK OF WEST QUAKER ROAD FOR AN ATTEMPTED LARCENY. NUMEROUS MAILBOXES WERE LEFT OPEN. NO KNOWN ITEMS MISSING AT THIS TIME. 202202150008 Larceny - Shoplifting ON 02/15/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5200 BLK OF OAKLAWN BOULEVARD FOR A SHOPLIFTING. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE ALCOHOL. 202202150010 Assault & Battery ON 02/15/2022, OFFICERS RESPONDED TO THE 8000 BLK OF CLOVERHILL LANE FOR A REPORTED DOMESTIC ASSAULT. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS IDENTIFIED AND ARRESTED FOR SAME. 202202160005 Disorderly Conduct, Assault & Battery ON 02/16/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 7800 BLK OF LAUREL SPRING ROAD FOR A REPORTED DISTURBANCE. THE INVESTIGATION REVEALED A KNOWN OFFENDER WAS BEING DISORDERLY AND ASSAULTED VICTIM. ARREST MADE. 202202160006 Larceny - All Other Larceny ON 02/16/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 16000 BLK OF LANIER ROAD FOR A REPORTED LARCENY FROM A MAILBOX. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE AND CASHED A CHECK FROM THE VICTIMS MAILBOX.

202202160007 Larceny - All Other Larceny ON 02/16/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 5300 BLK OF MICA DRIVE IN REFERENCE TO SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY. INVESTIGATION DETERMINED MAIL WAS STOLEN FROM A MAILBOX IN JANUARY. 202202160008 Larceny - Shoplifting ON 02/16/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 2000 BLK OF WATERSIDE DRIVE FOR A SHOPLIFTING. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE WIRE. 202202160009 Larceny - All Other Larceny ON 02/16/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 11900 BLK OF OLD STAGE ROAD FOR A LARCENY FROM MAILBOX. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE MAIL. 202202160011 Larceny - Shoplifting ON 02/16/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 1900 BLK OF COLONIAL CROSSINGS DRIVE IN REFERENCE TO A SHOPLIFTING. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE FOOD AND ALCOHOL. 202202160012 Larceny - Shoplifting ON 02/16/2022, OFFICERS RESPONDED TO THE 1900 BLK OF COLONIAL CROSSINGS DRIVE FOR A REPORTED SHOPLIFTING. UNKNOWN OFFENDER ATTEMPTED TO STEAL ALCOHOL AND WAS CONFRONTED. THE ITEMS WERE RETURNED AND THE OFFENDER FLED THE AREA PRIOR TO POLICE ARRIVAL. 202202160014 Larceny - Shoplifting ON 02/16/2022, POLICE RESPONDED

TO 1900 BLK OF COLONIAL CROSSINGS DRIVE IN REFERENCE TO A SHOPLIFTING. KNOWN OFFENDER WAS IDENTIFIED AS ATTEMPTING TO STEAL FOOD AND WAS APPREHENDED. ARREST MADE. 202202160015 Welfare Fraud, Identity Theft ON 02/16/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO 14000 BLK OF FAIRWOOD ROAD FOR A REPORT OF FRAUD. UNKNOWN OFFENDER USED VICTIMS SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER TO CLAIM WELFARE BENEFITS. 202202180004 Assault - Simple ON 02/18/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 4100 BLK OF ROBERT E LEE DRIVE FOR A 911 HANG UP. INVESTIGATION REVEALED AN ASSAULT OCCURRED BUT BOTH PARTIES WERE UNCOOPERATIVE WITH THE INVESTIGATION. 202202180006 Destruction/Damage/Vandalism ON 02/18/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 15000 BLK OF LOVING UNION ROAD FOR A REPORT OF VANDALISM. UNKNOWN OFFENDER DAMAGED A BUILDING IN CONSTRUCTION WITH A BB GUN. 202202180007 Destruction/Damage/Vandalism ON 02/18/2022, POLICE RESPONDED TO THE 10000 BLK OF SOUTH CRATER ROAD FOR A REPORTED VANDALISM. UNKNOWN OFFENDER DAMAGED THE DRIVER SIDE PANELOF VICTIMS VEHICLE. 202202180009 Larceny - All Other Larceny ON 02/18/2022, OFFICERS RESPONDED TO THE 6800 BLK OF BIRCHETT DRIVE FOR A

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PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY POLICE DEPART PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS

P R I N C E G E O RG E COUNT Y INCIDENT R E P O RT S REPORTED LARCENY. UNKNOWN OFFENDER STOLE MAIL FROM THE MAILBOX.

February 21, 2022 – February 27, 2022

February 21, 2022 – February 27, 2022 February 7, 2022 – February 13, 2022

For the period February 21, 2022 – February 27, 2022 o 299 criminal other types calls for service were assigned  For the period February 21, 2022and – February 27,of2022 o Total calls for service: 523 202202190001o 299 criminal and other types of calls for service were assigned

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For the period February 7, 2022 – February 13, 2022 service were assigned

Destruction/Damage/Vandalism o calls forand service: 523 of calls for o Total 375 criminal other types ON 02/19/2022, POLICE RESPONDED oSTREET Total calls for service: 596 TO THE 6000 BLK OF DOVE Police FOR A REPORTED VANDALISM. UNKNOWN Police Accident Property Damage OFFENDER DAMAGED VICTIMS Police Hit & Run Property Damage VEHICLE. Damage MVA with Entrapment 202202200001 Accident Property Assault & Battery Hit & RunProperty Property Damage MVADamage with Possible Injuries Accident ON 02/20/2022, POLICE RESPONDED Traffic Stop MVA Entrapment & with Run Property Damage TO THE 11000 BLK OF SOUTHHit CRATER TotalInjuries ROAD TO MVA MVA with with Possible Entrapment INVESTIGATE AN ASSAULT. Traffic StopPossible Injuries MVA with INVESTIGATION DETERMINED TWO Traffic Stop SUBJECTS ARGUEDTotal OVER A CELL PHONE. BOTH PARTIES Animal Services Total REFUSED TO PURSUE FURTHER OR CONTINUE OBTAINING CHARGES IN Animal at Large THE INVESTIGATION.

13 2 13 11 41 175 11 195 180 206

Animal Services Animal Call 202202200003 Animal Carcass False ID to LEO,Animal Identity Theft Services Animal at LargeAnimal Livestock/Horse Call 12 ON 02/20/2022, POLICE OBSERVED Animal Sick/Injured A SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE IN THE 4000 Call Animal 33 Animal Aggressive Animal Trap BLK OF Animal 16 Animal Carcass at LargeAnimal Wildlife COMMERCE ROAD. WHEN CONTACT WAS MADE, THE DRIVER PROVIDED Animal Call 23 Animal Livestock/Horse Call Total FALSE Animal Sick/Injured 73 Animal Carcass IDENTIFICATION TO LEO AND WAS YALE, VA 202202160001 2 ARRESTED FOR SAMEAnimal Total Trap 15 AGE 44 DRIVING AFTER FORFEITURE OF Animal Wildlife202202150007 2 LICENSE DEANDRA L M WILLS DRINKING WHILE OPERATING MOTOR 29 PRINCE GEORGE, VATotal

AGE 36 202202140004 ASSAULT & BATTERY – FAMILY MEMBER CAROLYN MYEISHA PARHAM COUSIN PETERSBURG, VA AGE 27 202202150006 ASSAULT & BATTERY – FAMILY MEMBER TALISMAN FELANDA ROSE

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DANNY LEE LOWERY NORTH CHESTERFIELD, VA AGE 60 202202150010 ASSAULT & BATTERY – FAMILY MEMBER COURTNEY LEE BROGGIN PETERSBURG, VA AGE 29

DAVID ANDREW HILTON FREDERICKSBURG, VA AGE 19 202202160014 SHOPLIFTING, CONCEALMENT, PRICE ALTER MERCHANDISE DAVID AUSTIN MOODY PRINCE GEORGE, VA AGE 33 202202160005

13 2 1 4 175 195

12 3 1 2 7 2 2 29 ASSAULT & BATTERY DISORDERLY CONDUCT TARIQ ISHMAIL MAYERS PETERSBURG, VA AGE 30 202202180001 VIOLATE PROTECTIVE ORDERS BRITTANIE ROSE THOLKE HOPEWELL, VA AGE 29 202202200003 FALSE ID TO LE.

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Missing Person: 1965 | February 28, 2022 This week, the Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers program needs your help to solve a missing person case in Chesterfield County.

Ashley Lynn Huddleston was reported missing by her family on Feb. 20, 2018. They had last spoken to her on Feb. 7, 2018, and she was last seen on Christmas Day in 2017. Ashley is a 5-foot-5-inch-tall, white female with blond hair and green eyes; she weighs about 140 pounds.

Ashley has a profile on the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System website. For more information, please visit the site at www. namus.nij.ojp.gov.

The Chesterfield County/Colonial Heights Crime Solvers program has released photos related to Ashley’s case. To see them, visit our Facebook page or our website at crimesolvers.net and look for “This Week in Crime Solvers” on the homepage.

If you can help solve this case or have information about any unsolved crime or wanted person in Chesterfield County or Colonial Heights, call Crime Solvers at 804-748-0660 or use the P3-Tips mobile

app or website. We guarantee you will remain anonymous and could receive a cash reward up to $5,000.

I am Police Specialist Ron Coombs with the Chesterfield County/ Colonial Heights Crime Solvers program and this is your crime of the week.

“Take the Time to Solve the Crime.”

POLICE SEEK MISSING EDANGERED JUVENILE CHESTERFIELD COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield Police are searching for a missing juvenile female, Chanay Smith, of the 6500 block of Philbrook Road. Smith was last seen in the area of this address on Sunday afternoon, February 27th. Smith was captured on video getting into the rear of a silver or gray vehicle.

Smith, 17, is described as a black female, about 5’ 8” tall and weighing approximately 300 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. She

was last seen wearing a pink sleeveless shirt and black leggings. Smith may be in the company of a non-custodial adult male. Smith needs medicine, failure to get that medicine can result in a life-threatening situation.

Anyone with information about Smith’s whereabouts should contact the Chesterfield County Police Department at 804-748-1251, or Crime Solvers at 804-7480660 or through the P3 app.

Authorized by: Lieutenant James Lamb, Uniform Operations Bureau.

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DEATH!

SENATOR FRANK RUFF

15TH SENATE DISTRICT Sometimes readers wonder if what happens in Richmond and Washington will really affect their lives. This past week, there are horrible examples of the consequences of poor decisions.

In Mecklenburg County, we needlessly lost a young man that had his future before him in a needless wreck, leaving loved ones to mourn. To understand what happened, one needs to look back two years ago when the Democrats took control of both the House and the Senate and controlled a compliant Governor. Liberals decided that traffic laws were racist. They looked at statistics showing minorities were being stopped at a disproportionately higher rate than other drivers. They didn’t try to research the data beyond race to determine what type of stops were occurring and were there mitigating factors.

Their sole interest was to do something with no consideration of the safety of others on the road.

The “something” they chose to do was to tie the

hands of law enforcement.

Among the actions they chose to take was to change many traffic offenses into secondary offenses rather than primary offenses. Put another way, an officer can visibly see that the law is being broken, but they are barred from stopping a driver unless they catch them speeding or driving recklessly.

This brings us to the wreck that killed a young man. The driver of the other vehicle had modified it to raise the front illegally higher than the rear. This limits the driver’s sightline directly in front of them. When one crests a hill, frequently they can see nothing but sky. Reports are this is exactly what happened last week. By the time the driver may have been able to see the road ahead, he had crossed onto the wrong side of the road, crashing headon into the path of the other driver. His jacked-up vehicle going over and crushing the innocent driver and his vehicle.

This has many asking why there is no law against what is referred to as the “Carolina squat” modification. There is! It has been on the books for decades. Experienced State Troopers told me they always carry a measuring

rod. If a vehicle appeared to be above the legal limit of about 20 inches from the road surface, they wrote them a ticket. Their goal and the purpose of the law was not to harass but rather for the safety of others on the road. If one vehicle’s bumper is significantly higher or lower than the norm, then the bumper cannot do that for which it is designed.

This week, the Senate Judiciary Committee will hear a bill that would return focus to safety rather than equity.

The House has agreed, now the Senate must.

Meanwhile In Washington As in Richmond, when Washington is focused on the wrong things it leads to disastrous results. After President Biden was sworn into office, he blocked avenues that had made America an energy exporter. Such as blocking the Keystone Pipeline and limiting the opening of new areas for the exploration of oil and natural gas.

This has caused prices to skyrocket, which in turn has enriched Russia, enabling Putin to bring war and death to the people of Ukraine.

The prices that we see at the gas pumps today will be dwarfed if the war continues for long.

An American economy that

has struggled to recover from the impact of Covid and the questionable policies stemming from the virus will once again push our economy to the brink.

After our deadly retreat from Afghanistan, Putin and President Xi Jinping of China concluded that America has been weakened under the presidency of Joe Biden. We should expect that the attack on Ukraine will be followed by continuing threats toward Taiwan.

In Summary Public policy is important to each and every one of us. Some think that what we do in the political process means nothing to them.

They believe they can ignore what is happening in Richmond and Washington. They believe they don’t need to vote.

The results of what happened in the elections of 2019, 2020, and 2021 are perfect examples of why you need thoughtful people representing you. All must be aware that elections have consequences, and those consequences can be a risk to you and your family.

We love to hear from you!

You can reach us at Sen. Ruff@verizon.net, 804-6987515, or P.O. Box 396, Richmond, VA 23218.

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What’s the Purpose of Wards?

The ward map debate in the City of Petersburg has sparked conversations, both in-person and on social media, about political districts and the process followed to redraw those districts to ensure fair representation of the population. One question recently asked in a Petersburg issues-based online forum is, “What’s the purpose of having wards?”

This question is both legitimate and timely, and the citizen who asked it should be applauded for seeking to understand their local government at a deeper level. Only by periodically reviewing the structure of our representation can we ensure that it is fair, thus the redistricting process that Petersburg is navigating.

Localities can elect officials to represent them in one of two ways, either by electing those officials at-large or by electing officials according to political districts. A city or county that chooses to elect at-large representatives would elect a certain number of officials who could reside in any portion of the locality and not be limited by their residence’s geographic location. Localities that elect officials at-large are not required to redistrict every decade simply because they do not have political subdivisions to redraw; the citizens of that locality have automatic equal representation because each official represents all of them.

If a city or county opts to

subdivide itself into political districts instead of electing leaders at-large, there are generally two routes that they can choose. The locality may choose to have officials elected to represent one area each.

For example, in Petersburg, each member of city council represents one ward. The City of Hopewell has the same system, where one council member represents one ward within the city.

Contrast that with Prince George County, which is subdivided into just two political districts- District 1 and District 2. (Note that there are 10 total voting precincts in the county, but that each district contains multiple precincts; voting precincts are not necessarily equivalent to political districts.) Prince George is governed by a Board of Supervisors made up of five members; two supervisors represent District 1 and three represent District 2. Even though that division may seem unequal, there is a reason for it as District 1 has a lower population than District 2.

In Prince George’s two-district system, multiple board members represent the same area and population; it’s a compromise or blend of the at-large and “one ward, one representative” systems.

So why divide a locality into wards or districts? Electing at-large leaders seems simpler and more streamlined than having to divide up the city or county and then redis-

trict every ten years. But the key importance of political subdivisions is to ensure the distribution of representation.

Imagine if the City of Petersburg were to transition to atlarge representation. Where would those representatives likely be from within the city?

With no ward lines to help manage that, the likelihood that most- if not all- of the candidates running for and elected to council would be from one or two areas of the city increases drastically. If all of city council lives in the same neighborhood, it is not a stretch to imagine that other areas of the city may not receive the same attention as that neighborhood.

Yes, city council votes on many matters that impact the city as a whole. But some matters are ward-specific, and each current member is supposed to be a voice for their ward; after all, they should be invested in the area that they not only represent but also reside in.

Are there any downsides to the ward system?

Of course; there are pros and cons for all systems. In the case of wards with one representative, the downside is that it can become more difficult to replace ineffective leaders. If one particular representative is making poor decisions for the locality or is simply not performing the duties of their elected office, it can become difficult to vote them out of office if they are particularly entrenched in

their ward. Some constituents aren’t concerned with their representative’s overall performance if they like the official as a person, or are friends or family of that person; if a representative has been in office for a while and built a ward base of loyal voters with no concern for results, other less satisfied or complacent voters will be hard-pressed to elect new representation.

The official does not have to make decisions that please much of the locality as long as a majority of voters in their small section of the city will continue to vote for them.

The district system implemented in Prince George is a solid compromise between at-large representation and Petersburg- or Hopewellstyle ward representation.

It prevents the domination of the county’s governance by one particular area of the county while simultaneously preventing too much political entrenchment by any one board member.

Ultimately, each system has pros and cons. While enduring the excruciating process of redistricting in Petersburg is prompting citizens to question the importance of having districts in the first place, there are solid reasons for subdividing a locality. Kudos to the curious citizen who asked the question for being involved in their local government and for taking steps to learn about the system we all live and operate within each day.

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Global Financial System on the Brink STEFAN GLEASON MONEY METALS NEWS SERVICE

The global financial system is on the brink of being thrown into chaos.

The United States and Europe moved to target Russian central bank reserves and sever the country’s banking system from the SWIFT global financial network.

It is the financial equivalent of the nuclear option – something the Biden administration had explicitly declined to invoke last week before abruptly announcing the move on Saturday.

Moscow considers it to be an act of war. An increasingly bellicose Russian President Vladimir Putin could retaliate against the U.S. and its allies in a number of ways, including cutting off energy supplies, launching cyber-attacks on financial institutions, and further partnering with China to create alternative payments platforms that challenge U.S. dollar hegemony.

Geopolitical and financial analyst James Rickards tweeted his prediction: “If you ban SWIFT payments, Russia will stop selling oil.

That’s about 9% of global

output. There’s an energy shortage already. The result will be a global depression.”

Even if global energy markets stabilize over time as new sources of supply come on board, trust in the global financial system could be permanently impaired.

Mutually assured confidence in counterparties is the only thing underpinning transactions conducted in fiat currencies.

When the financial system is used as a large-scale weapon of war to freeze assets and deny transactions, it’s not just the immediate targets of the sanctions who will lose confidence in it.

The system itself becomes less trustworthy.

Russian authorities had been preparing for a financial doomsday scenario long before they decided to launch an offensive in Ukraine.

They have steadily boosted their central bank gold reserves and developed alternative systems for transacting with trading partners – though it remains to be seen how effective their preparations so far will be.

It seems clear that China, which depends on Russia for oil, coal, grains, and other commodities, will continue doing business with Putin. Will the U.S. cease doing business with China?

The reality is that the

American economy is highly dependent on cheap Chinese imported goods. The shelves of every Walmart would be nearly empty without them.

If China began to fear global sanctions, it could start demanding payment in a hard currency with zero counterparty risk such as gold. Given the sheer size of China’s economy (several times larger than that of Russia), any significant new move by the Chinese to de-dollarize would be difficult for the U.S. and its allies to counter.

Uncertainty about what happens next is itself enough to trigger strategic shifts in asset allocation by countries, businesses, and individuals alike.

To the extent that people are less confident about holding their wealth in banks or in rubles, yuan,

euros, or dollars, they will seek out sounder alternatives.

There is no sounder, more durable store of value than precious metals. No war or global financial reset of any kind can diminish the universally recognized status of gold and silver as the ultimate money.

Stefan Gleason is President of Money Metals Exchange, the company recently named “Best Overall Online Precious Metals Dealer” by Investopedia. A graduate of the University of Florida, Gleason is a seasoned business leader, investor, political strategist, and grassroots activist. Gleason has frequently appeared on national television networks such as CNN, FoxNews, and CNBC and in hundreds of publications such as the Wall Street Journal, TheStreet, and Seeking Alpha.

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When gathering family and friends for a weekend toast or just winding down after work, these Prune, Mozzarella and

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Prune, Mozzarella and Basil Skewers PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES | SERVINGS: 5

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2. Wrap one basil leaf around each mozzarella ball then thread onto skewer. Thread one prune or prosciutto-wrapped prune onto each skewer.

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Karen Atkins

Everett Millard Cleaton, Jr.

Jo Anne Ellington

Karen Sue Atkins, 63, of Colonial Heights, VA passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022.

Sue was preceded in death by her mother, Pearl Blevins; brother, Joseph Blevins; and her sister, Emma “Shelly” Blevins. She is survived by her devoted husband, Billy Atkins; son, Chris Atkins and wife, Melanie; daughter, Tiffany Clary and husband, Jamal; stepsons, Chad Murdock and Brandon Chapple; 15 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren; sister, Marcia Grimsley and husband, Marvin; father, James Blevins; brother, Scott Blevins; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Sue was a member of Way Church in Prince George.

Her passion was to help others and spread the word of God. She loved the Lord and her friends and family. She served her Lord as a licensed minister and touched so many lives. Sue loved traveling and taking trips with her husband and grandchildren.

Everett Millard Cleaton, Jr., 74, a lifelong resident of Dinwiddie, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022.

Born in Richmond, he was the son of the late Everett Millard Cleaton, Sr. and Elizabeth Baicy Cleaton.

Everett was a proud veteran, having served his country in the U.S. Army Reserve. He was employed with VDOT as a Maintenance Manager, retiring after more than 40 years.

He enjoyed sports, especially racing, but most of all he loved farming which was his lifelong passion.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Marjorie Glover Cleaton; daughter, Donna Cleaton Smith; beloved granddaughters, Kathryn Elizabeth Smith and Miriana Limao Smith; and dear friends, Charlie Yates, Henry Easley, Richard Beville, Gordon Winfield, and Jim Aultman.

Jo Anne Ellington, 81, of Chester, passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2022. Born in Petersburg, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Ferdinand Ellington and Gladys Madeline Vaiden Ellington.

Jo Anne was employed with Ukrops grocery store, retiring after more than 20 years. She will be missed by her family and friends.

She is survived by her sons, David Springfield and his wife, Valerie, and Jonathan Springfield; and granddaughters, Sarah Springfield and Courtney Springfield.

February 22, 1959 - February 28, 2022

Mrs. Doris Hunt

April 28, 1928 - March 2, 2022 Mrs. Doris Hunt, 93, of Petersburg, VA went home to be with Lord on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at her residence.

December 20, 1947 - February 28, 2022 November 25, 1940 - February 27, 2022

Lowell Glenn Brubaker

March 23, 1945 - February 26, 2022

Glenn Brubaker peacefully passed away on 02/26/2022 Mr Thomas Manly surrounded by family and loved March 16, 1951 - February 27, 2022 ones. Born on 3/23/1945, Glenn Mr. Thomas Manly, was preceded in 70, passed away death by his parpeacefully at his ents, Lowell and residence on FebFlora Brubaker; brother, John; and nephew, ruary 27, 2022.

Christopher. Glenn is survived by his loving wife, Mary; children, Mari (Dennis), Scott, Michael Swagger (Adam), Brian Swagger (Crissy), Wayne Nolan; and daughter-inlaw, Christi. Glenn loved and cherished his grandchildren, Garrett Palmatier, Danielle Griffin, Lindsey Brubaker, Allison Brubaker, Marianna Swagger; and great-grandchildren, Rowan Griffin and Swayer Griffin.

Glenn leaves behind Loris and Brenda Longest and many other lifelong friends. Glenn will also be missed by his beloved Maltipoo, Hope, who was at his side to the very last day. Glenn served in the Army from 1966 to 1969. Additionally, Glenn worked in the transportation business for 50 years. He loved playing golf with friends and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

Glenn was a wonderful man who will be deeply missed by many who were able to experience his light. CAROLYN DAY CHAI PRUETT GALLAHUN LNN News

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Shirley Ann Johnson Curry July 31, 1941 - March 2, 2022

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Damian J. Warren

October 1, 1974 - March 2, 2022

Mr. Damian J. Ms. Giovanna D. Mrs. Shirley Ann Warren of PetersPoindexter (GiGi) Johnson Curry burg departed this of Petersburg, of Petersburg life on Wednesday, VA, gained her departed this life March 2, 2022 at wings on Saturday, on Wednesday, his residence.

February 26, 2022 March 2, 2022 at at VCU Medical her residence.

Center, Richmond, Virginia. GiGi was born September 26, NONYA in Richmond, Virginia but lived majority of her life in Petersburg, VA. GiGi was life and joy at the same time. She Jimmy S. Young was always the life of the party. She was fun- Dianna Hill June 23, 1942 - March 1, 2022 ny, strong and always encouraging others.

January 5, 1953 - March 2, 2022 Gigi was a loving mother, sister, grandServices for Mr. mother (GaGa), and friend. She was very Mrs. Dianna Hill Jimmy S. Young ambitious. She was an entrepreneur and departed this life who departed this also received a degree in Medical Billing on Wednesday, life on Tuesday, and Coding. She was very creative and she March 2, 2022 at March 1, 2022 at loved to decorate and design things. GiGi Southside RegionSouthside Regionwill continue to live on in our hearts, our al Medical Center, al Medical Center, memories and in spirit.

Petersburg.

Petersburg, Giovanna was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth B. Poindexter; father, Garland R. Poindexter; daughter, Desiree Moweta; sister, Eva (Edem) Ayoube; brothers, John J. Willams, Stanley L. Poindexter, and Robert E. Poindexter.

Deacon Emery E. “Shorty” Gant She is survived by her five children: one Nickea L. Stith son, Markco Stith; four daughters, Chyreal October 30, 1960 - February 28, 2022 July 8, 1976 - February 26, 202 Stith, Inga Frost, Hijaze Frost, and Ayanna Moweta; seven grandchildren, Destani Services will be Ms. Nickea L. Stith Stith, Deyoni Stith, Markayla Evans Stith, held 1:00 P.M., of Hopewell, deKenzo Stith, Dimarco Stith, Khalil Stith, Tuesday, March 8, parted this life on and Bella Frost; five sisters, Shirley A.S. 2022 at Mt. Olivet February 26, 2022 Poindexter Dyer, Nadine Quick, Vanessa R. Baptist Church, at Chippenham Marshall, Phelanisse Relaford, and Yolanda 800 Augusta AveHospital, RichMills; seven brothers, Garland R. Poindexnue, Petersburg, mond. ter, Jr., Earl Poindexter Sr., Richard PoinVA. dexter, Herman Williams, Hollis Williams, Renaldii Dealfordii, and Delmah Poindexter; along with many devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many special friends, among them Patricia Rives, Adolph Alvarado, Laura Kentish, and Annette Jerome E. Jackson Brian K. Wade II Walker.

November 6, 1989 - February 28, 2022

December 19, 1967 - February 27, 2022 Services will be held 1:00 P.M., Monday, March 7, 2022 at the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue,

Mr. Brian K. Wade II departed this life on Monday, February 28, 2022.

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Mr. Matthew G. Mansfield May 12, 1969 - February 28, 2022

Mr. Matthew G. Mansfield, 52, of S Prince George, VA, departed this life Monday, February 28, 2022 at VCU Health Medical Center.

Mr. Steven D. Brooks

May 8, 1967 - February 26, 2022 Mr. Steven Douglas Brooks, 54, of South Chesterfield, VA departed this life on 2-26-2022 at the Battlefield Park Healthcare Medical Center, Petersburg, VA.

Myrtis Hood Rhodes

January 17, 1926 - February 26, 2022 (age 96) Myrtis Hood Rhodes, 96, of Colonial Heights, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 26, 2022.

She was born January 17, 1926, in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Frank and Ethel J. Hood.

She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Melvin Rhodes, two sisters, Louise Scott and Frankie Mae Stroud. Ms. Rhodes was a longtime member of Lakemont Baptist Church in Petersburg. She is survived by a daughter, Patricia Rhodes Moody (Robert), sons, Melvin “Pete” Rhodes (Sheryl), Frank Harry Rhodes (Sandra), Charlie Steven Rhodes, eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, one sister Jeanette Carwile and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gary Dean Langster

October 4, 1949 - March 1, 2022 (age 72) Gary Dean Langster, 72, of Chester, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Born on October 4, 1949, in Petersburg, Virginia, he was the son of the late Garland Wyatt Langster Sr. and Ann Phillips. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Rita Bowe; brothers-inlaw, Jack Moore and James Bristow; and Ginny Langster.

Gary served in the United States Navy for four years as a Petty Officer Third Class.

He served on the Honor Guard for two years, and also served on the U.S.S Nitro in Vietnam for a year. He was a member of Petersburg Fraternal Order of Eagles #882, and a member of American Legion Post #284 in Colonial Heights. Gary retired from Chesterfield County Public Schools after working for several years.

He is survived by his daughters, Deanna L. Langster and Tammy King, and his siblings, Sharon L. Bristow, G.W. Langster Jr. (Patricia), and Lynn L. Moore.

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Allan Charles Story Sr.

February 4, 1940 - February 28, 2022 (age 82) Allan Charles Story Sr., 82, of Disputanta, Virginia, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022.

Born on February 4, 1940, he was the son of the late Kenneth Albert and Florence Badger Story. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth W. Story and his sister, Alice M. Brache. Allan was a faithful member of Newville Baptist Church, 7710 Beef Steak Road Waverly, Virginia 23890.

He was a United States Navy Veteran, and later retired as the proprietor of A.C. Story Plumbing in Colonial Heights. He was also a Past Commander of American Legion Post #284 in Colonial Heights, a member of forty and eight, and a member of American Legion Post #2 in Petersburg. He is survived by his loving wife, B. Floraine “Flo” Story; children, Madora Sheffield (William), Allan Story Jr. (Crystal Wolford), Natalina Harris (Lewis), Kimberly Gregory (Donald), and Theresa Story (Harry Andrews Jr.), and Aaron Story (Pamela Browning); 14 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

Mary Lowe Wise

June 21, 1942 - February 25, 2022 (age 79) Mary Lowe Wise, 79, of Colonial Heights, passed away Friday, February 25, 2022.

She was born on June 21, 1942 to the late Adam and Mary Elizabeth Lowe. She enjoyed cooking, shopping, and caring for her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, John William Wise Sr.; children Dorothy Lipford, Charles Wagoner, and Steve Wagoner; stepson, John Wise Jr.; and four siblings. She is survived by her son, Anthony W. Wise (Shannon); stepdaughter, Darlene Harris; grandchildren, Steven, Summer (Ronnie), Corey, Michael, Milton (Brunna), Shelbi, Gavrielle, Jessica, MaKayla, and Anissa; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; two sisters, Stella and Virginia; and one brother, Ed.

Ms. Sarah E. Faulker

June 17, 1997 - February 28, 2022 Ms. Sarah E. Faulkner, 24, of S Chesterfield, VA., departed this life on Monday, February 28, 2022.

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In Loving Memory of Our Mother, Grandmother & Great Grandmother Esther T. Reese On her 22nd birthday in Heaven March 7, 2022

My Mother kept a garden. A garden of the heart.

She planted all the good things that gave my life it’s start.

She turned me to the sunshine and encouraged me to dream.

Fostering and nurturing the seeds of self esteem.

And when the winds and rains came, she protected me enough.

But, not to much, the knew I’d need to stand up strong and tough.

Her constant good example always taught me right from wrong; Markers for my pathway to last my whole life long.

I am my Mother’s garden. I am her legacy.

And I hope today she feels the love, Reflected back from me.

From: Leon and Vanessa Crawford-Daughter and Son-in-Law Cornell, II and Tonya Prince, Courtney Prince-Grandchildren Cornell, III, Christian and Chloe Prince-Great Grandchildren

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CDC Under Fire for Not Publishing All COVID-19 Data It Collects ZACHARY STIEBER & PETR SVAB

A top U.S. agency is under fire for withholding some of the COVID-19 data it collects.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed to The Epoch Times that it hasn’t published some of the data it has collected on COVID-19 reinfections.

[The CDC should] help Americans understand the data in context and provide guidance to improve the lives of all Americans.

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, professor The spokesperson said the agency dropped plans for publishing a paper based on the data “given other response priorities” and because part of the same data was already presented in a published manuscript. An agency representative told The New York Times that it has also withheld other information, including details on how COVID-19 vaccine booster doses have affected young people.

The data hasn’t been released or has been released slowly because it takes time to make sure that “it’s accurate and actionable,” the representative said, noting that there are fears that the information might be misinterpreted.

Multiple experts say the CDC should make all data available.

Dr. Robert Malone, who helped create the messenger RNA technology used in some of the vaccines, said the CDC’s actions are a type of fraud.

“Withholding data, key data, is scientific fraud,” Malone told The Epoch Times.

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a professor of medicine at Stan-

ford University, said the CDC shouldn’t “withhold information in order to manipulate behavior.”

The agency should “help Americans understand the data in context and provide guidance to improve the lives of all Americans,” he wrote on Twitter.

Paul Mango, a former official at the Department of Health and Human Services, said the CDC’s role should be collecting and disseminating data, not analyzing it itself.

“The CDC just doesn’t have the capacity to conduct research as quickly as the pandemic is moving,” Mango told The Epoch Times.

As one example, the Cleveland Clinic has been publishing papers since mid-2021 on the natural immunity that many of its employees enjoy after recovering from COVID-19. The CDC didn’t publish a major study on the subject until January.

Mango, whose book on his time with Operation Warp Speed will be published soon, said the federal government would have done things differently if the role of natural immunity was better known in the wake of the COVID-19 vaccines being authorized.

Instead, the government led efforts that resulted in many people who had immunity getting some of the early doses, ahead of people who were more at risk.

The CDC has been collecting data on so-called breakthrough infections— COVID-19 cases among the vaccinated—a spokesperson told the NY Times, but the agency hasn’t published the figures because people may interpret them as the vaccines not performing effectively— the same reason given by Scottish health officials recently in halting the publication of some data.

On April 30, 2021, the CDC published data on breakthrough infections for the last time. The data show that at least 9,245 people

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Dr. Robert Malone in Washington on June 29, 2021. had suffered breakthrough infections and that 132 of the patients had died.

Those numbers were reported by 46 U.S. states and territories but were described as a likely undercount because the reporting system is passive and doesn’t require reporting, in addition to the jurisdictions that didn’t report any data.

The CDC kept reporting hospitalizations and deaths among the vaccinated, but it transitioned from publishing raw numbers in the fall of 2021 to reporting rates of cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.

As of Oct. 18, 2021, juris-

dictions reported more than 30,200 hospitalizations and more than 10,800 deaths among the vaccinated.

Breakthrough infections and reinfections are important to check because they’re barometers of how strong immunity is against the CCP (Chinese Communist Party) virus, which causes COVID-19.

A CDC spokesperson told The Epoch Times that it’s holding unpublished data on reinfections that it received from the Emerging Infections Network, a group made up of roughly 3,000 medical professionals.

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The CDC didn’t provide a response to the criticism by press time, but some experts say the agency is working under constraints and has already published a lot of data.

“The fact is that the CDC website and publications have extensive information, and many of the limitations reflect the reality of working in the U.S. health care and public health systems,” Dr. Tom Frieden, a former CDC director who’s now president and CEO of Resolve to Save Lives, told The Epoch Times in an email.

Dr. Roger Klein, a health policy expert who has advised the CDC and other federal health agencies, said transparency is a good idea, but information conveyed by agencies needs to be accurate and put into proper context.

Holding back incomplete datasets is appropriate, according to Peter Pitts, a former Food and Drug Administration associate commissioner.

Mango believes the CDC should move to release the data while emphasizing which numbers agency experts feel comfortable with and which numbers they don’t.

helped create the messenger RNA technology used in some of the vaccines, said the CDC’s actions are a type of fraud.

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A CDC spokesperson told The Epoch Times that it’s holding unpublished data on reinfections that it received from the Emerging Infections Network, a group up TIME of roughly 3,000 Emade PO CH S medical professionals.

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CDCControl Under FireWarn for About Not Publishing All Poison Centers Toxic COVID-19 DataCOVID-19 It Collects Chemical in At-Home Test Kits

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Mango believes the CDC Saturday, Marchthe 5, 2022 should move to release data while emphasizing which numbers agency experts feel comfortable with and which numbers they don’t.

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