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amantha Marquez, a 16-yearold junior from the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School in Richmond, has been selected as one of four national recipients of the 2013 Neuroscience Research Prize. The award is sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology (ANN) and the Child Neurology Society to reward the Best of the Best high school students who explore the world of the brain and nervous system through laboratory research. In early December, a select panel of physicians and neuroscientists interviewed all 10 finalists in order to name the four award recipients. Samantha’s project was titled “Neuro-Celloidosomes.” Her research shows a new way of designing ex-situ neural-network tissues for potential brain repair and function regeneration.
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Samantha and one of of MLWGS’s teachers will be invited to present her research project at the 65th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology, which will be held March 16-23 in San Diego, Calif. Samantha also is the founder and president of the new Neuroscience & Psychology Club (NeuroPsi Club) that is scheduled to start activities early this year.
After seeking and receiving input about the proposed calendar for 2013-2014, the Chesterfield County School Board has revised the proposal and is seeking additional comments from parents, employees and the community. The revised proposal accompanies is available online at mychesterfieldschools.com. Before Feb. 7, comments may be emailed to calendar@ccpsnet.net or mailed to Proposed Calendar, Chesterfield County Public Schools, P.O. Box 10, Chesterfield, VA 23832. Here are some of the changes from the first proposal: Students will be dismissed three hours early on six days, rather than nine. Nov. 4 is a regular day of school, rather than a student holiday. Nov. 5 remains a student holiday but will be used as a parent-teacher conference day instead of a teacher workday. Instead of Nov. 27 being an early-release day, it will be a holiday for students and all REVISED page 1
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n Tuesday, Jan. 8, during its first meeting of 2013, the Chesterfield County School Board elected a chair and vice chair and scheduled meetings for the rest of the year. David Wyman, who represents the Dale District, will serve as chair for 2013. Patricia Carpenter, who
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represents the Midlothian District, will serve as vice chair. The other School Board members are Carrie Coyner, representing the Bermuda District; Dianne Smith, representing the Clover Hill District; and Tom Doland representing the Matoaca District. On these dates, the Chesterfield
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County School Board will hold a work session at 4 p.m. in the boardroom of the School Administration Building at 9900 Krause Road then hold a business meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the public meeting room at 10001 Iron Bridge Road: Jan. 22, Feb. 12, Feb. 26, March 12, March 28, April 23, May 14, May 28, June
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25, Aug. 13, Aug. 27, Sept. 10, Sept. 24, Oct. 8, Nov. 12 and Dec. 10. Also, the School Board will meet for quarterly work sessions at 10 a.m. on March 22, May 31, Sept. 27 and Dec. 13 in the boardroom of the School Administration Building at 9900 Krause Road. Other School Board meet-
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ings for the coming year include a retreat on Jan. 29, budget work sessions on Feb. 5 and Feb. 19 and a discussion session on Oct. 22 with Model County Government students. Information submitted by Leigh Ann McKelway, Chesterfield County Public Schools community relations officer.
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ix additional Chesterfield teachers have achieved National Board certification, which is one of the highest credentials in education, and three of Chesterfield’s National Board Certified Teachers have renewed their certification. The new NBCTs were honored on Thursday, Jan. 10, during a regional pinning ceremony at Virginia Commonwealth University in the Singleton Center for the Performing Arts at 922 Park Ave. One hundred National Board Certified Teachers are now working in Chesterfield County Public Schools; 83 are teachers and 17 hold other positions, including principal, assistant principal and technology integrator. Here are the school system’s newest NBCTs: Cathy Cauthorn, language arts teacher at Tomahawk Creek Middle School. Hunter Clark, history teacher at Clover Hill High School.
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uilts donated to veterans Boy Scouts from Troop #876, chartered by Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church in Midlothian, display two quilts they donated to wounded veterans at McGuire Veterans Hospital in Richmond. The scouts wrote messages of gratitude and encouragement on the quilt blocks to express their appreciation to the veterans for their sacrifices made for our freedom. The quilts were designed and pieced by Troop Committee chair Dee Klotz. Troop 876 is a member of the Huguenot Trail District.
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eaders from the “MidloCanics” robotics team from Chesterfield County picked up robot components and learned their mission for the 2013 FIRST Robotics Competition on Saturday, Jan. 5. Gathering at the Virginia Commonwealth University Student Commons, teams from across Virginia heard they’ll have just six weeks to design and build remote-controlled robots that can fling Frisbeetype discs through goals and climb 10-foot pyramids. TEAM page 2
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Fairy Godmother Project helps pediatric cancer patients Cure 5K Race, another charitable effort that raised funds for pediatric cancer research, in For area families that include children Chesterfield County. who suffer from pediatric cancer, the Fairy Yet, Leporati said she felt that more could Godmother Project, a Fredericksburg-based be done to help the parents and children nonprofit organization, has been a godsend. while they were receiving their treatments, Since its inception in 2011, the group has which is why she thought the Fairy Godprovided hot meals and much-needed house- mother Project needed to exist locally. hold services to moms, dads and youngsters “I just really liked that it was helping local who are otherwise preoccupied with the families,� Leporati said. pursuit of cancer treatment. Throughout Dec. Laura Leporati is the coordinator of the 2012, the Richmond Richmond chapter of the Fairy Godmother chapter of the Fairy Project. Godmother Project Leporati started the chapter in 2012 after collected gift cards that she contacted the organization’s co-founder went to local families. Andie McConnell about setting up a satellite And, according to location in the Central Virginia region. Leporati, the Rich“What we do is to help families who have mond chapter, which is based in Midlothian, children with pediatric cancer,� Leporati collected more than $500 in cards during the said. “We provide meals, do housecleaning effort. and lawn care, and a few other things to help Because those families need help throughthem on a day-to-day basis.� out the year, Leporati said the organization Leporati said she was inspired to expand will continue to accept gift card donations. the Fairy Godmother Project into Central “The official drive was all of December Virginia after she organized the Journey for a during the Christmas season, but we accept
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CONCERT from page 1 The concert is free and open to the public, and there is plenty of free parking. The purpose of this event is to offer a free appreciation concert for the people in the Greater Richmond area. Representatives of the Salvation Army said, “This is our way of saying ‘Thank you’ for helping the Army’s Christmas mission and ‘We couldn’t have done it without you.’ � The Band and Songsters, made up of the finest Salvationists musicians from across the 15 Southern states, have performed extensively in the U.S. and internationally, and produced numerous recordings. The Southern Territorial Band, led by bandmaster Nick Simmons-Smith, is a 30-member British-style brass band that performs a wide variety of instrumental music, including marches, hymn arrangements, solos and major works for band.
The 16-voice Songsters, led by songster leader Stephen Burn, perform choral music by composers from both inside and outside the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army operates youth music programs for underprivileged kids in many centers across the Richmond and Washington, D.C., metro areas. It is particularly well known for its brass music programs, and many top-level professional musicians have come from Salvation Army youth music programs. A donation will be collected at the event to support these great programs. For more information, contact David Delaney at the Salvation Army at 202-4972924 or e-mail David_Delaney@uss.salvationarmy.org or Delores Kimbrough at the Bon Air Baptist Church at 804-370-7115 or dmbkimbrough@gmail.com.
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he Kiwanis of Chesterfield will present Diamonds ‘N Dice Casino Night from 7 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, at The Positive Vibe CafĂŠ at 2826 Hathaway Road in Richmond. According to past president Charlie Adams, proceeds will benefit Positive Vibe CafĂŠ, which teaches mentally and physically challenged adults to work in the food service industry, and The Miracle League of Richmond, which offers accessible recreational opportunities for children with special needs so that they can participate in a team sport as a member of an organized baseball league The evening will provide three hours of gaming fun. Participants can win prizes and enjoy a variety of games and levels to satisfy the novice or the expert. Per person cost is $100 and reservations can be made via the club’s website at www.kiwanisofchesterfield.org. Food and beverages will be hosted by The Positive Vibe CafĂŠ. For more information, call Charlie Adams at 804794-1019 or e-mail govadams@aol.com. Early registration is encouraged.
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he Friends of the Chesterfield County Public Library-La Prade will sponsor a Big Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, at La Prade Library at 9000 Hull Street Road. Gently used fiction and non-fiction books, DVDs, CDs, audio-tapes and more will be available. Friends members receive a 10 percent discount. Become a Friend of the Chesterfield County Public Library on the spot or visit chesterfieldfriends. org to join. For more information, call 804-745-2915.
them at all times,� Leporati said. If people are interested in donating gift cards to the Fairy Godmother Project, Leporati said the organization needs American Express, MasterCard and Visa gift cards that families can use for various provisions or gas cards that can help them with their transportation needs. “We give them to our families because it’s an ongoing need,� Leporati said. “It helps to offset the cost of traveling to and from treatment, because the families go to other states and to hospitals.� But, if interested parties would prefer to donate their time instead of the cards, the Fairy Godmother Project also is looking for dedicated volunteers. Because the unpaid helpers will be expected to visit private homes, however, the application process is quite thorough. “There is a volunteer application on our website,� Leporati said. “Once they do that,
they’ll need to get two references, and they’ll do a waiver and a background check in order to go into the homes.� “There’s also an instructional video, and they have to take a quiz. And, we do volunteer training every couple of months.� According to Leporati, participating in the Fairy Godmother Project isn’t a time-consuming activity, but it helps the families out immensely. “It’s something that’s really easy for people to do,� Leporati said. “It doesn’t require a lot of time.� “They can just double up on the meals that they’re already making for their families. And, it helps the families out more than we could imagine because it takes a big load off their shoulders.� For more information about the Fairy Godmother Project’s Richmond chapter, email Laura Leporati at richmond@fairygodmotherproject.org. To donate gift cards, mail them to The Fairy Godmother Project, P.O. Box 1909, Midlothian, VA 23113.
Raise SAT scores Two free sessions offered SAT guru John Swann is coming to Chesterfield County Public Schools two more times to help students achieve higher scores on the SAT reasoning test. Students are welcome to register for either of these free and popular sessions, which run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Saturday, Jan. 19, at Clover Hill High School at 13301 Kelly Green Drive. Saturday, March 2, at Meadowbrook High School at 4901 Cogbill Road. Swann will provide nuts-and-bolts information to help students at all levels achieve their highest possible scores in math and reading. Students will leave with a better understanding of the SAT, test-taking strategies and a booklet of practice materials. The information is designed to be espe-
cially helpful to high school juniors. In addition, parents are invited to a free presentation about the college application process: 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, at Clover Hill High School. 11 a.m. Saturday, March 2, at Meadowbrook High School. There is no fee, but students who want to attend must register online at mychesterfieldschools.com: click on SAT Academy at the bottom of the page, then click on the John Swann link (students) or the parent session link (parents) and follow the directions. The student’s ID number, which is printed on report cards, is required. For more information, call 804-594-1743 or 804-279-7319.
Earn a GEDÂŽ - take a class Adults who do not have a high school diploma can take their first step toward earning a GED by registering for a class offered through the Adult Continuing Education Office: -- On-site registration, which includes orientation and evaluation, continues today (Thursday, Jan. 17) at the Chesterfield Technical Center at 10101 Courthouse Road. GED seekers should arrive at 6:30 p.m. and plan to stay until 9 p.m. -- Online registration for GED classes and other educa-
tional opportunities has been available at ace.mychesterfieldschools.com since Jan. 7. For details about additional on-site registrations for GED classes, call 804-768-6140 or review the Adult Continuing Education program guide at mychesterfieldschools.com. Chesterfield County Public Schools offers GED classes at a variety of times and locations to help adults 18 and older prepare to take the GED test, which covers reading, writing, social studies, science and math.
GED stands for General Educational Development, and a GED certificate is equivalent to a high school diploma. GED tuition for the spring semester is $30, which is due at registration. Cash and money orders are accepted during on-site registration. GED seekers who register online may pay their tuition online by credit card; there is a 2.99 percent fee. The textbook for GED classes costs about $25, and the required calculator costs about $15.
REVISED from page 1 employees so that Thanksgiving break will be Nov. 27-29. These details remain unchanged from the first proposal: Classes begin Sept. 3, the first Tuesday after Labor Day. Classes end June 13. There are 180 student days. Winter break is Dec. 23-Jan. 3. Spring break is April 14-18. Information submitted by Leigh Ann McKelway, Chesterfield County Public Schools community relations officer.
Ropelewski named to Dean’s List Nathan Ropelewski of Midlothian has been named to the 2012 fall semester Dean’s List at West Virginia Wesleyan in Buckhannon, W.Va. Wesleyan’s Dean’s List requires students to earn a grade point average of 3.5 to 3.9 in 12 or more semester hours.
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Kathy Ward, left, mentor; is shown with Jon Hostetler, E.J. Cunningham, Holand Bressler, Sam Leeper, Chad Jackson and Nancy Lee, mentor; at the kickoff event.
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January Jig Irish dancing BY KOREY HUGHES
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of space, but we’ve danced in small and intimate venues like nursing homes, and we plan steps that don’t move about a lot.” At the same time, the school travels with its own dance floor. That is, Matheson said it owns an 8-foot by 16-foot flooring extension with equally-spaced squares that can withstand hard shoe routines since native surfaces aren’t always conducive to those types of fast movements. Matheson also said that, in her experience, people often have misconceptions about Irish dancing. For instance, she said that age and heritage are some reasons that people believe that they can’t learn the intricate steps, but it’s simply not true. “Well, a very common misconception is that you need to be Irish,” Matheson said. “But, anyone can do hip-hop, jazz and ballet, so it’s open to anyone.” “Another misconception is that you have to be young, but anyone of any age can learn. So, your goal might
FRIDAY, JAN. 25 An Organ Concert with Crystal Jonkman begins at 7 p.m. at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church at 8706 Quaker Lane in Bon Air. A $10 donation is suggested (to support St. Michael’s Worship Ministries). The program will be followed by bon-bons and bubbly.
MONDAY, JAN. 28 be physical fitness, exploring your heritage or just getting Chesterfi eld Senior Center program: Brain Aerobics out of the house.” Chesterfi eld Senior Center will be presented from 10 to Matheson said she hopes program: Intermediate Line 10:45 a.m. (Mondays, Jan. FRIDAY, JAN. 26 the January Jig attracts people Dancing will be presented 28 to Feb. 25). This class Ringling Bros. and Barnum who are interested in learning from noon to 1 p.m. (Thursprovides brain-challenging & Bailey and Chesterfi eld more about Irish dancing. At days, Jan. 17 to Feb. 21) games and mental exercisCounty Public Libraries will at the Chesterfi eld Senior es, and will include a variety the same time, it also will be be Reading with Ringling Center at 4000 Stigall Drive of activities. The fee is $10. a chance for her less-expeBros.! program. For more in Midlothian. This class Course 26484. rienced students to publicly information, including times is designed for those with and registration information, perform the routines that they experience. The fee is $38. Chesterfi eld Senior Center call the library at 804-751have honed for an enthusiastic Course 26497. A full list program, Brain Aerobics, CCPL. For more information of programs can be found will be held from 10 to 10:45 crowd of onlookers. about the Reading with online at www.chesterfi eld. a.m. This class provides “We hope that they have Ringling Bros.! program, gov. To register, call 804brain-challenging games a pleasant afternoon of free visit www.readingwithring748-1623 and mental exercises, and ling.com. entertainment and that it will include a variety of piques some interest in having SATURDAY, JAN. 19 activities. The fee is $10. The Friends of the Chesterstudents join the studio and Course 26484 fi eld County Public Library“How to Apply Feng Shui enjoy Irish dance,” Matheson La Prade will have a Big to Clear the Clutter in Your FRIDAY, FEB. 1 said. “But, we also wanted to Book Sale from 10 a.m. to Home” educational seminar provide a forum for our newer 3 p.m. at La Prade Library will be presented from 11 Bon Air Artists Association’s at 9000 Hull Street Road. a.m. to noon at 12160 Ironmonthly meeting will be held students to dance.” Gently used fi ction and nonbridge Road in Chester. at 9:30 a.m. at the Con“So, this is sort of our first fi ction books, DVDs, CDs, gregation Or Ami located idea of a studio-wide perforaudio-tapes and more will Cub Scout Geology Pin at 9400 Huguenot Rd. in mance for everyone. Also, it’s be available. Friends memWorkshop will be presented Richmond. Holly Markhoff the first opportunity for our bers receive a 10 percemt from 2 to 4 p.m. at the will present “Getting to discount. Become a Friend Midlothian Mines Park at Know You, Using Unusual new students to see our comof the Chesterfi eld County 13301 N. Woolridge Road. Materials in the Mixed Mepany dancers perform and see Public Library on the spot or The Chesterfi eld County dia Process!” Markhoff is a what lies ahead for them.” visit chesterfi eldfriends.org Department of Parks and contemporary, mixed media Admission to the event is to join. For more informaRecreation program is artist. free and open to the public. tion, call 804-745-2915. geared for scouts aged 8 to 10 years who are looking to For more information, call 804-464-8190 or visit www. heartofirelandschool.com. 1ST AND 3RD TUESDAYS
The cost is $5 and registraChesterfield Historical tion is through the CHSV Society of Virginia offers history program website at www.chesterfieldhistory.com. for Cub Scouts
FACES (Family Advocacy Creating Education and Services) meets the fi rst and third Tuesdays of each month at 11601 Lucks Lane in Midlothian. For more information, call 804-378-0035 or visit www.FACESVA.org. The Al-Anon meeting Awaken to Hope meets at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays at St. John Neumann Catholic Church at 2480 Batterson Road in Powhatan.
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The Chesterfield Historical The Chesterfield Historical Society Society of Virginia (CHSV), in partnership with the Ches- of Virginia serves as the center for county terfield County Department of Parks and Recreation, will history present “What Makes America Special” to help Cub Scouts earn their badge, part of the Bear rank, from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Jan. 19, at the County Museum at 6813 Mimms Loop in Chesterfield. This activity focuses on famous Americans who made contributions to Virginia. Community history is illustrated by a visit to the 1917 Courthouse Green and Magnolia Grange museum house.
Chesterfi eld Senior Center program: Beginners Line Dancing will be presented from 11 a.m. to noon (Thursdays, Jan. 17 to Feb. 21) at the Chesterfi eld Senior Center at 4000 Stigall Drive in Midlothian. Learn basic line-dancing steps to a variety of music. This class is for those with no experience. The fee is $38. Course 26481. A full list of programs can be found online at www. chesterfi eld. gov. To register, call 804748-1623.
Virginia Dance Festival will be presented at 3 and 7 p.m. at James River High School. Richmondarea dance groups will be performing tap, hip-hop, jazz, ballet, classical and ballroom. Ticket prices are $12 for ages 12 and up and $10 for ages 3 to 11. Tickets are only sold at the door the day of the show. For more information, visit www. VirginiaDanceFestival.com or call 804-739-7600.
The Bon Air Baptist Church Moms of Tots to Teens (MOTTS) group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at 2531 Buford Road. All moms are welcome. Preschool childcare is available. Meeting topics include Christian parenting, self-defense skills, home organization and fall crafts. For more information contact Loretta Sherwood at tiandlo@aol.com.
Established in 1981 as a private, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, its mission is to collect, preserve, interpret and promote Chesterfield county’s unique past for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations. To volunteer, or for information, call 796-7121, visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com or follow CHSV on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ChesterfieldHistory.
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The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV), in partnership with the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation, will explore the paranormal world from 8 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19, with a tour of the 1917 Courthouse Green at 6819 Mimms Loop in Chesterfield. Conducted by Spirited History, a team of professional paranormal investigators, participants will learn the history and haunted activity of the 1892 historic jail and the Courthouse Green. Participants must be age 8 or above. The cost is $20 and registration is through the CHSV website at www.chesterfieldhistory.com. The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia serves as the center for county history. Established in 1981 as a private, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, its mission is to collect, preserve, interpret and promote Chesterfield county’s unique past for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations. To volunteer, or for more information, call 804-7967121, visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com or follow CHSV on Facebook at www. facebook.com/ChesterfieldHistory.
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complete the requirements for the Geology pin. The cost of the workshop is $10 per scout. Preregistration is required. To register, call 804-748-1623 and request course 26250.
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f you’re interested in learning more about the art of Irish dancing, the Heart of Ireland Dance School will host its January Jig event at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 110 N. Union St. in Petersburg. The school, which is located at 14257 Midlothian Turnpike in the Ivymont Square Shopping Center in Midlothian, teaches the traditional art to pupils of all ages. And, on Saturday, members of its Celtic Beats and Celtic Pulse dance companies will entertain the crowd. Aleise Matheson and Andrea McCarney are the coowners of the Heart of Ireland Dance School. Matheson said that age and experience levels are the main differences between the Celtic Beats and Celtic Pulse groups. “The Beats are our younger group of dancers from ages 7 to 10, and they are beginner and intermediate,” Matheson said. “The Pulse (includes students) from ages 11 to 18, and they are high intermediate through prize winners.” Both groups will exhibit their soft shoe dancing techniques on Saturday. The event will happen in the fellowship hall at St. Paul’s, and Matheson said the two groups are trained to perform in a variety of venues. “Sometimes, there can be challenges in different venues,” Matheson said. “Sometimes, it’s the amount
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Past haunted houses Sites were really haunted met their demise on the winding staircase in the foyer. ven with all the high-tech devices, Of course, there were there the obligatory blood game-held video games and phones that droplets on the wall, and the strange sounds that alsometimes seem smarter than their own- ways went bump in the night. Both teens and spirits ers, teenagers today don’t enjoy the same were thwarted when local police put up a chain at entertainment we did as adolescents. the entrance, and issued regular patrols throughout In most cases, that’s a good thing, and the long the property at night. list of activities of previous generations of teens is Of all the less than supernatural experiences I probably not a shining example for today’s youth. had as a youth, the most significant required a drive I’m speaking of a bygone phenomenon called the to West Point, Va., home of the infamous “Light.” haunted house. It was nothing for a carload or two Just outside the sleepy town, a tiny railroad crossof teens to pile in a car and head to one of our local ing called Cohoke Crossroads was the scene of many houses of horror in the Richmond area. a frenzied Friday night, and, on some evenings, it I missed the sad saga of the River City’s famous was difficult to find a spot to park. Blue Shingles, a once beautiful estate built on the The attraction was a ghostly light that traveled bluffs along the James River behind the Carillon. In the tracks mysteriously at unpredictable times of the early ’60s, the abandoned mansion became the the night. The legend that accompanies this mystery home of partying youths who nearly destroyed the is twofold. One theory states the yellowish light once stately home, all in an attempt to be scared out is a headless railway worker searching for his lost of their wits. extremity. Another explains the phenomenon as The home featured a bricked courtyard with the result of a phantom Civil War train carrying octagon pool at the end of the winding road that wounded soldiers. led up to the house. It was by that very pool that I’m not sure about the legend, and locals claim Lorenzo Evans Jr. shot and killed himself on Easter the light is the result of swamp gas reflecting off Sunday 1955. car headlights from a distant train crossing. I’m The rest is predictable, and legend had it that the not sure. The sight is off limits now and located on war veteran’s ghost haunted the grounds. That was private property. the initial attraction, but teenagers soon realized the As a youth, we made the drive to West Point on estate provided an unsupervised, out-of-the-way several late night adventures. It always scared our party spot, the copper blue shingles long turned dates, and, quite honestly, unnerved us all. I saw green. it several times, sometimes just a glimmer off the It wasn’t the only accessible haunted venue tracks and sometimes a lightning-like flash. in Richmond. An old farmhouse near Ellerson’s I’m pretty sure what I saw wasn’t a ghost, but the crossroads was widely known for its ghosts, and adventure of searching sure was exciting. Kids today, teens quickly latched on to the spot for day and I suppose, have better things to do than ghost bust. night house parties. The big old house, located near But, make no mistake, the fear of the first step Henrico High School, held lurid tales of a butler’s into a haunted house at midnight is an experience murder, and a less than devoted farmer’s wife who you won’t soon forget.
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23112 Dec. 29 12200 block of Chattanooga Plaza Unknown suspect approached the victim in the parking lot at the listed location and stole her purse after a struggle.
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often provide emotional support to each other during tough times. aton twirling is an activ“Recently, we had a twirler who ity that combines dexter- graduated college and got marity and stage presence. ried, and then her husband died,” And, on Saturday, Jan. Groves said. “And, had it not been 19, the Royalettes Baton Twirling for her baton family, she would Corps, a local organization, will have been lost.” host its 6th annual Snow Festival “The baton world just gathered Open Contest in the gymnasium around her and helped her durat Cosby High School at 14300 ing that difficult time. So, in my Fox Club Parkway in Midlothian. opinion, it’s just a good group of Along with Diane Gunnels, people.” the creator of the Royalettes, Groves said the Snow Festival Rhonda Groves is a co-director of will kick off the Royalettes’ season the Snow Festival Open Contest of monthly competitions that will competition. conclude with a national competiGroves has been involved with tion in July. the organization for 10 years, And, according to Groves, the and she said baton twirling helps judges that arbitrate the contests participants to become more con- provide constructive criticism that fident people. helps the contestants to improve “The main purpose is to learn their routines. to be a baton twirler,” Groves said. “The judges are very good “But, it’s a good way for young about putting positive comments women and young men to set on the score sheets,” Groves said. goals, and it makes them have “Even if you go out there and drop more self-confidence.” the baton, they will say that they Groves also said that the twirl- see potential in you.” ers in her organization start perShe said Saturday’s event will forming at a young age and often feature about 125 contestants and remained involved in the pastime that some of those twirlers will through their college careers. For come all the way from Japan. that reason, baton twirlers tend “Five years ago, we found to be a tight-knit group, and they choreographers from Japan, and BY KOREY HUGHES Special Correspondent
they teach routines,” Groves said. “Starting with the third year, they decided to bring their students from Japan to our contest, and it’s a very hopeful experience for them.” Baton twirlers will compete in four different levels – novice, beginner, intermediate and advanced. Additionally, the Miss January and Miss Snow Queen sections also will include modeling components. All in all, for fans of baton twirling, the Snow Festival Open Contest should be quite a sight. And, Groves said her twirlers practice several hours per week to perfect their techniques, so it will be a great opportunity for them to show off their skills. “It takes a lot of training, no matter what level you are,” Groves said. “And, we’ve got 125 contestants, so there will be several people competing against you, and as in life, there’s always someone who’s better than you.” Admission is free for spectators. Doors open at 7 a.m., and open presentation starts at 8 p.m. For more information about the Royalettes Baton Twirling Corps, visit www.royalette.com.
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10200 block of Dakins Drive Victim’s locked vehicle had the window broken out with a rock and items were reported stolen.
11500 block of Midlothian Turnpike Suspect stole items from a department store. 6800 block of Temie Lee Parkway Unknown male suspect handed the pharmacist a note stating he had a gun and wanted some pills, after receiving the pills the suspect fled on foot out the front door of a store.
23225 Dec. 30 700 block of Boulder Springs Drive Three unknown suspects were observed inside the victim’s unlocked vehicle. Items were reported stolen.
23234 Dec. 30 3200 block of Meadowdale Blvd Unknown suspect/s entered residence with no signs of forced entry. Items were reported stolen.
Jan. 4 5000 block of Little Creek Lane Unknown suspect/s kicked in rear door of residence. Items were reported stolen. 5000 block of Little Creek Lane Unknown suspect/s kicked in rear door of residence. Items were reported stolen.
23236 Dec. 30 800 block of Rosegill Road An undetermined death at a resi-
Dec. 28 2900 block of Sherbourne Road Unknown suspect/s pried open a rear window of a residence. Items were reported stolen.
Jan. 3 9100 block of Greatbridge Road Unknown suspect/s entered shed. Nothing reported stolen, but items were moved from the shed to the yard. A vehicle was also vandalized.
23831 Jan. 3 5400 block of West Hundred Road Victim discovered an unknown suspect in his garage. Nothing reported stolen at this time.
23832 Dec. 29 10900 block of Brandy Oaks Boulevard Victim reported an unknown suspect entered her vehicle while at a residence and items were reported stolen.
23834 Dec. 28 2700 block of Timberline Court Known suspect stole listed items from the residence.
Dec. 29 4100 block of Mariposa Drive Unknown suspect/s forced entry through side door of shed. Items were reported stolen.
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Chesterfield’s newest National Board Certified Teachers and teachers who renewed their certification were honored during a regional event Jan. 10 at VCU. Front row, left to right: Thomas Dale High librarian Katharine Lehman, Cosby High history teacher Nicole Winter, Tomahawk Creek Middle language arts teacher Cathy Cauthorn and Elizabeth Davis Middle math teacher Karen Johnson. Back row, left to right: Carver Middle teacher for students with autism Karen Dunsmore, Clover Hill High history teacher Hunter Clark, Chesterfield County Public Schools Superintendent Marcus Newsome, Cosby High math teacher Roger Lattimer and Jacobs Road Elementary first-grade teacher Meghan Whitney. Cauthorn, Johnson, Dunsmore, Clark, Lattimer and Whitney are Chesterfield’s newest National Board Certified Teachers. Lehman and Winter renewed their National Board certification, as did Swift Creek Middle history teacher Pamela Rockenbach Plahs (not pictured).
certification in 2003. National Board certification is Karen Dunsmore, who teaches considered the gold standard for students with autism at Carver excellence in teaching. Middle School. A voluntary assessment program Karen Johnson, math teacher designed to develop, recognize at Elizabeth Davis Middle School. and retain accomplished teach Roger Lattimer, math teacher ers, National Board certifi cation is at Cosby High School. achieved through a performance Meghan Whitney, first-grade teacher at Jacobs Road Elementary based assessment that typically takes one to three years to comSchool. plete. Here are the teachers who reCertification lasts 10 years, then newed their certifications: may be renewed for an additional Katharine Lehman, Thomas 10 years. Dale High School librarian who More information is available at earned certification in 2003. www.nbpts.org. Pamela Rockenbach Plahs, Swift Creek Middle Schoolhistory Information submitted by Leigh teacher who earned certification in Ann McKelway, Chesterfield County 2003. Public Schools community relations Nicole Winter, Cosby High offi cer. School history teacher who earned
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Remember the Battle of Trent’s Reach BY KOREY HUGHES Special Correspondent
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lthough the Battle of Trent’s Reach that occurred in January 1865 is one of the most exciting naval battles in Virginia’s history, it isn’t one of the most well-known. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19, the skirmish will OVERHEARD be highlighted John Pagano when Henricus Historical Park at 251 Henricus It took place Park Road in right in our Chester combackyard, and memorates the battle’s anniver- that battle has sary. a place in our John Pagano, culture. It took the historical interpretation place on the supervisor at river between Henricus, said the counties the Battle of that represent Trent’s Reach was one of the Henricus. last great naval battles of the Civil War. He also said it is a significant part of Chesterfield County’s history because the clash took place on the James River. “Trent’s Reach is by far one of the largest naval engagements,” Pagano said. “Everyone has heard of the Battle Civil war re-enactors at Henricus Historical Park help us remember The Battle of Trent's Reach of the Monitor and the Merrimack in 1862, but no one’s and, for that reason, Pagano been there during January And, at 1:30 p.m., Taft Kiser, information about, and they cookies will be served, and heard of Trent Reach, and said Thorn should be remem- 1865,” Pagano said. “We’ll archeologist with Cultural enjoy sharing it with the pub- they are included in the adthat battle, which happened in bered. have Union soldiers and civil- Resources Inc., will present lic.” mission price. 1865, was just as significant.” “He won the Medal of ians, and we’ll take a look at his lecture, “The Battle of “We’re talking about fightVan tours of the battle site “It took place right in our Honor at a time when there how they would have been liv- Trent’s Reach.” ing ships from the North and are scheduled for 10 and 11 backyard, and that battle has (was) a lot of animosity be- ing following Trent’s Reach.” Incidentally, Pagano said the South in a river that some a.m., and pontoon boat tours a place in our culture. It took tween white troops and black Civil War artifacts such as he didn’t know much about people aren’t sure that they of the site will be offered at 1 place on the river between the troops,” Pagano said. “He Confederate shell pieces that the Battle of Trent’s Reach want to bring their fishing and 2 p.m. Van tours are $10 counties that represent Hen- found out that his black were found on the property before he started working at boats into, and they’re bring- per person and boat tours ricus.” troops were in harm’s way, will be exhibited. Henricus, but, like the lectur- ing them in to have a pitched are $30 per person, and both On Saturday, the event will and he risked his life and got Additionally, historical ex- ers, he said he has become a battle. But, people will real- tours include access to the exalso recognize 2nd Lt. Walter everyone to safety.” perts will give one-hour lec- student of the battle. It’s quite ize that it’s one of the most hibitions, lectures and living Thorn, a white officer who Historical interpreters will tures. At 11 a.m., John Coski, likely that attendees will gain significant naval fights that history demonstrations. led the 116th United States perform living history dem- historian and library director a greater respect for the en- happened in Virginia, and Space for both tours, howColored Troops, for rescuing onstrations on Saturday that at the Museum of the Confed- counter during Saturday’s so many men lost their lives ever, is limited and available a sentry atop the bulkhead of depict the lives of the soldiers eracy in Richmond, will pres- event, too. in that battle, so maybe we on a first-come, first-served the canal at Dutch Gap before and the women who helped ent “The Confederate James “Many of our speakers be- should remember it more.” basis. it exploded. the wounded after the battle. River Squadron.” lieve that the Battle of Trent’s The event is free for HenTo register for the tours, Thorn’s efforts saved each “If the weather is accomAt 12:30 p.m., Russ Mor- Reach should be brought to ricus Foundation patrons, but call 804-318-8727 or e-mail of the soldiers who were pres- modating outside, we’ll have rison, museum docent at the more prominence,” Pagano admission for the public is $8 beasleyds@chesterfield.gov. ent there. Although his efforts a few interpreters demon- Mariners’ Museum in New- said. “They love the fact that for adults and $6 for children For more information were deemed controversial strating military and civilian port News, will discuss “Life these are unknown entities ages 3 to 12. Refreshments about Henricus Historical at the time, they were heroic, personalities that would have Aboard the U.S.S. Monitor.” that people don’t have much including cider, coffee and Park, visit www.henricus.org.
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‘Wrestling saved me’ Fox. “He’s become a good student … going from about a 1.7 (grade point average) to 3.5 … and he’s earned some money.” By “money,” Fox is referring to the partial BY FRED JETER Contributing Writer wrestling scholarship Miles has received from Jordan Miles used to suffer from a condition Alderson-Broaddus University, an NCAA Divisome refer to as a “badditude” – a bad attitude. sion II school in Philippi, W. Va. His Sundays are reserved for ushering and “I was a horrible kid,” he recalls, shaking his participating in the youth group at Victory head at some sour memories. Thankfully, before it was too late, he discov- Tabernacle. On the mats, the tightly-muscled Miles ered his Rx in an unlikely location – Clover Hill (nickname “Mathead”) is among the area’s top High’s wrestling room. “Wrestling,” says Miles, “is my gift from God 152 pounders with a 21-2 overall record and a legitimate shot of advancing to States. … wrestling saved me.” He arrived at Clover Hill with absolutely no The senior with the “Noo Yawk” accent organized wrestling background, but with no(grew up on Long Island, N.Y.) and tinted tions or playing football. reddish hair has transformed from chump to Miles had dabbled in football in New York champ – or at least potential champ - under and gained some experience living briefly in tutelage of Cavaliers’ mats coach Jeremy Fox. Newport News, where he suited up for the OysThe consensus is his clouded past, littered ter Bay Association sponsored by NFL quarterwith fighting and other misadventures, has back Michael Vick. been erased by a sunny future. PHOTO BY JIM HASKINS Before devoting himself to wrestling Jordan “Jordan has dedicated himself to wrestling, MILES page 7 Miles suffered from what he calls a "badditude." and it’s turned him around in many ways,” said
Miles dedication to sport has turned his life around
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James River's Hollyn Royster edges past Cosby's Dorothy Adomako for a early score.
Cosby 80, James River 36 COSBY (13-0, 8-0 Dominion) — Triplett 4, Conyers 7, Wilson 0, Morgan 3, Burton 0, Howdyshell 1, Jones 16, Armstrong 6, Trani 0, Vaughan 18, Jefferson 4, Adomako 21. Totals 32 12-18 80. JAMES RIVER (5-9, 2-6) — Ripp 10, Conway 0, Schechter 0, King 1, Fisher 0, Royster 12, Eiriksdottir 4, Jackson 4, Manfredi 0, Gonzalez 0, Thomas 0, Spivey 2, Hartman 0, Guarnera 3. Totals 13 6-13 36. CHS 20 26 22 12 — 80 JRHS 8 6 15 7 — 36 3-point goals — C: Jones 2, Vaughan, Conyers; JR: Royster 2, Guarnera, Ripp. Highlights — C: Adriane Vaughan 7 assists, 7 steals, 8 rebounds; JR: Casey Ripp 7 rebounds; Meredith Jackson 8 rebounds.
James River's Liza Spivey (15) goes up for the shot defended by Cosby's Madison Howdyshell.
Freshman Mackenzie Fills flies high as she cheers on her James River Rapids during last week's game against Cosby.
Sigridur Eiriksdottir, an exchange student from Iceland, earned a spot on the James River roster during the pre-season and a starting position for the Rapids.
The Natural Ward’s size and speed perfect for sport of wrestling BY FRED JETER Contributing Writer
It stands to reason Joshua Ward hails from Fayetteville, N.C., home of sprawling Fort Bragg Army installation. The native North Carolinian is built like a tank and nearly as strong. NATURAL page 6
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Clover Hill sophomore Josh Ward gets the advantage on Cosby's Tyler Powell.
Standout freshman class completes VCU golf team From Staff Reports
Virginia Commonwealth University will head into its spring season with three outstanding freshmen following the signing of highly-touted recruit and Chesterfield native Adam Ball. Ball, the youngest son of VCU Head Coach Matt Ball and brother of current Ram Matt Ball Jr., began classes Monday and will be eligible immediately. Adam Ball was ranked as high as No. 2 nationally in the Golfweek US Junior Rankings in 2011 and is a three-time Virginia State Golf Association (VSGA) Junior Golfer of the Year. Ball was the first four-time VSGA State Junior Champion in history, including both the match play and stroke play titles in 2012. His final round 63 at the VSGA Junior Stroke Play Championship in 2012 set a tournament record and paved the way for a seven-stroke victory. “Obviously, what parent wouldn’t be completely thrilled to have both sons playing on his team at same time, especially when their talent level gives us a chance to win championships and make it to the NCAA Tournament,” Coach Ball said. “Adam will bring a lot more to the team than low scores. He’ll bring camaraderie, leadership and competitiveness.” In 2011, Ball won seven major tournaments and was runner-up at five others. He posted a 69.7 stroke average and was named Virginia Golf Report Amateur Golfer of the Year. He cut his teeth playing at First Tee in Chesterfield. On two occasions during his career he has recorded a low round of 62 and has twice carded 63 in competition. He recently tore through the front nine at his home course of Meadowbrook Country Club in 29 strokes on the way to a 64. Ball drew interest from NCAA Champion Texas, Texas A&M, Oklahoma State, Southern Cal, South Carolina, Wake Forest, Virginia, Virginia Tech and others. His signing completes an impressive freshman class that includes Jake McNulty (Port Perry, Ontario) and Steffen Harm (Gerlingen, Germany). “On a couple occasions, we’ve had a freshman class with two really good recruits, but this would give us probably the best three-recruit class we’ve had, and that gives us best chance to move the program forward today and in the future,” Matt Ball said. “So this should definitely make it one of the best recruiting classes we’ve had during my tenure as golf coach. “With Jake McNulty finishing 12th in Canadian Junior National Championship, Steffen Harm tying for fifth in the British Boys Championship and Adam placing third in the USGA Junior Championship, on paper, it makes this a really good group.” With its roster complete, VCU will return to action Feb. 25-26 when it opens its spring campaign at the Dell Walker Intercollegiate in Long Beach, Calif.
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MILES FROM page 6 His football career never got off the launching pad at CH. He was kicked off the team as a freshman and politely asked to leave as a sophomore. It was after his sophomore dismissal he was steered to wrestling by football assistant coach John Wiggens. Quickly, his surly attitude brightened. “I just fell in love with wrestling; I love the individual aspect … that you get out of it what you put in it,” he explained. His strength, natural quickness and willingness to learn made him an overnight mats standout. He was 26-8 as a sophomore, setting a school record of 83 takedowns, and 20-3 a year ago. To further polish his skills, last summer he attended the Lycoming, Pa., Camp and posted a 13-7 record in his age group against some of the east coast’s top talent. “Jordan’s become one of our hardest workers; plus, he’s always pushing everyone else to improve,” said Fox.
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To help raise breast cancer awareness, the James River Rapids game against Manchester on Jan. 8 was a "Play for a Cure" pink game. Instead of tickets, donations were taken. The team raised $500 for the Susan G. Koman foundation.
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HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING
He’s been rumbling over his wrestling victims the past two winters for Clover Hill High coach Jeremy Fox. “Josh is so naturally strong, with long arms … when he grabs you it’s like bear claws,” says Fox.The wide-bodied 6-2, 255-pound sophomore improved to 23-1 with an emphatic third-period pin of Cosby powerhouse Tyler Powell. “I just sort of tackled him and put him on his back,” Ward explained. His only loss was a 10-7 decision to Deep Run’s Yousef Malik. Ward, who also plays on the defensive line for CHHS football, moved to Chesterfield prior to his freshman year, weighing more than 300 pounds. “When we first saw Josh, we had no idea he was a freshman, he was so big,” said Fox. One of Fox’s first chores was finding wrestling shoes for Ward. Size 14’s are hard to come by.Ward says he is often mistaken for someone much older than his 16 years. “You ought to see me with my beard,” he said with a smile. “Most of time, other teams think I’m a coach.”
Cosby vs. Clover Hill Cosby 71, Clover Hill 12 106: Chisholm (C) p. Lilovich 2:35; 113: Barton (C) p. Schwartz 0:43; 120: Morgan (C) p. Mitchell 2:50; 126: Yokoyama (C) p. Kaufman 1:49; 132: Schilling (C) wins by forfeit; 138: Dupont (C) wins by forfeit; 145: Cooksey (C) tf. Johnson 16-0; 152: Miles (CH) p. Dunlap 2:21; 160: Powis (C) p. Thompson 1:27; 170: Lilly (C) p. Ackerman 1:24; 182: Lay (C) p. Thompson 3:50; 195: Taylor (C) p. Kretzer 1:15; 220: Parzych (C) p. Hogan 0:53; 285: Ward (CH) p. Powell 4:52.
There was a time, however, when his energy was channeled in the wrong direction. “I used to get in some crazy fights,” he recalled. “I beat up a kid pretty bad when we moved here, and that didn’t help. “Then I got jumped at Genito Glen … I don’t know; maybe they heard I was the tough guy from New York and wanted me to prove it.” Now his only scuffles are wearing a headgear, under adult supervision. That doesn’t mean he lacks flair. Before each wrestling match, Miles gets his groove on with some wild antics that include slapping himself in the face. “I think people are scared of me,” he says. “Like, they’ll ask me what weight I’m in; I know they’re hoping it’s not their weight.” Fox says this of Miles’ pre-match rituals: “I think opponents might be scared ... but not because Jordan slaps himself … it’s because of the reputation he’s earned … actually I think they’re scared of his determination.”
Foursome breaks Trinity school record From Staff Reports
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Trinity Episcopal boys 200 freestyle relay team broke a 13-year-old record over the weekend when the Titans captured a first-place finish in a dual meet hosted by Woodberry Forest. Other schools in attendance were Flint Hill, Liberty Christian and St. Margaret’s. The team of senior Derek Tomenchok, sophomore Patrick Groh, senior Joseph Pankey and senior Thomas Ferguson won in 1:29.64. They bested the previous record (1:31.32) that was set in 2001.
Cosby 48, Midlothian 21 106: Yokoyama (C) wins by forfeit; 113: Chisholm (C) p. Conner 1:12; 120: Morgan (C) d. Kielbowick 5-2; 126: Hogge (M) p. Maguire 3:59; 132: Tavenner (M) d. Yokoyama 3-2; 138: Ronnau (M) d. Dupont 8-4; 145: Cooksey (C) p. Molloy 2:50; 152: Powis (C) d. Dunn 6-0; 160: Lilly (C) wins by forfeit; 170: Gregaitis (C) p. Carney 0:45; 182: Lay (C) p. Hooks 5:40; 195: Parker (M) d. Taylor 11-5; 220: Clarke (M) p. Parzych 1:57; 285: Powell (C) p. Boggio 0:40.
CBL kicks off basketball season Area boys from all ends of the county gathered on the hardwood this past Saturday, including players from the Gordon Athletic Association, as the Chesterfield Boys Basketball League’s first week of the season kicked off with the first scheduled games of the new season. The CBL offers an instructional and competitive basketball program for over 2500 young men throughout Chesterfield County. PHOTOS BY JIM HASKINS
Drew Buckley of the Gordon junior team lays one up.
Gordon's Cameron Goode goes up for a basket.
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