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Midlothian grad takes medicine abroad application was successful. On June 11, she set out with a group edical students need of 17 students and doctors for 11 a lot of practice, days in Pinares, Honduras. After which they usually two days of travel and set-up, the get in hospitals and group began providing care, with training facilities in cities that they part staffing a medical clinic and drive to in cars after a nice mornothers heading out on Children’s ing shower. Health Initiative (CHI) missions Virginia Commonwealth that brought care to schools, often University Medical School student hiking in. Elyse Anderson, who is a 2008 “I will still never know how the Midlothian High School graduate, guide knew where we were going,” got a big dose of real-world experi- Anderson said. “It amazed me that ence this summer that involved the Honduran guides knew that hiking treacherous Central Ameri- one random trail in the middle of can trails to provide medical atten- the mountains would end up at tion to poverty-stricken citizens in the school we needed to go to for CHI.” Honduras. Anderson said she received a lot Anderson’s journey started durof experience while in Honduras, ing her first few weeks in medical school last fall, when she heard an but perhaps the best part of the information session on HOMBRE trip was the opportunity to overcome an issue that could hamper (Honduras Outreach Medical her work. Brigada Relief Effort). The group “You’re going to laugh, but I works in Honduras, the Dominihave somewhat of a blood phobia,” can Republic and Peru to provide Anderson said. “Yes, I am in school free medical care to adults and to become a doctor, but I cannot children. The program intrigued get my blood drawn or watch IVs Anderson, who didn’t have a chance to study abroad during her [intravenous therapy] get put into people.” undergrad years. Competition is stiff for HOMABROAD page 3 BRE missions, but Anderson’s
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Midlothian High School graduate and VCU Medical School student Elyse Anderson is shown with children from Pinares, Honduras, during a June medical outreach trip to the Central American country.
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A special traveling exhibition exploring Abraham Lincoln’s struggle to meet the constitutional challenges of the Civil War opens Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Central Library.
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hanks to the 2012 theatrical release of the Steven Spielberg-directed “Lincoln,” the late president Abraham Lincoln is currently enjoying a resurgence in popularity. Local residents will be able to learn more about the popular president when the Chesterfield County
Public Library’s Central branch hosts “Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War,” a national traveling exhibition. The exhibit opens Saturday, Aug. 10, and will remain on display until Wednesday, Sept. 18. Central Library is located at 9501 Lori Road in Chesterfield. Bonnie Perdue, administrative analyst for community services at Chesterfield County Public Library,
said the library system applied for consideration with the American Library Association to be one of 250 host libraries for the traveling exhibit. “We were awarded the grant and became a host site with ALA coordinating the traveling schedule for the exhibit,” Perdue said. LINCOLN page 4
Seventy-five volunteers from Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Midlothian traveled in July to Wise County in far southwestern Virginia in July to participate in a ministry that provides medical, dental and other services — the Remote Area Medical clinic (RAM). Redeemer’s role in this ministry is to provide clothing. And they literally provide tons of it. With the help of Richmond area businesses, organizations and four other churches, including St. Matthews of Chesterfield and St. Johns of Chester, Redeemer collected 15,000 pounds of clothes in June, including $8,000 worth of new socks and underwear for children, women, and men. Their slogan is “Gently used clothing, for all ages, all sizes, all sexes and all seasons.” Members of the church headed to the three-day event with
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Lou Markwith, a parishioner at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Midlothian and Lion’s Club member, heads up a ministry that provides free clothes for patients at a medical outreach clinic in Wise County, which is located in the far southwestern part of Virginia.
a truck full of clothing. They arrived to find about 1,000 additional pounds of clothing, donated by various Lions Clubs, waiting for them. In just three days at RAM, they distributed 15,500 pounds of clothing. All the new socks and underwear were given out in just two and a half hours. At the end of RAM, volunteers packed up
the remaining clothing and delivered it to Lions Club of Norton for their clothing distribution system. The distribution of clothing at RAM was started 10 years ago by Lions Club member Bill Haddon of Lynchburg. With encouragement from Lions Clubs across the state, the program grew as more HELP page 2
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ecca Hayes joined 12 other Bob Jones University students for a missions trip to Utah and Nevada June 19 through July 22. The team, led by BJU administrator Jon Daulton and his wife, Kim, ministered at nine churches and a camp. The students participated in a variety of ministries, including assisting in church services, door-to-door evangelism, light constructions projects, sports camp, Vacation Bible School and staffing a summer camp for one week. Becca, a resident of Chesterfield, is a senior majoring in Elementary Education. “It was my family’s joy to lead this team,” said Jon Daulton. “The students showed tremen-
dous initiative, flexibility, and servant mindedness in a way that I believe has and will make an eternal impact on the lives we touched.” One of the highlights was designing and building a float for a church in Salina, Utah, to use in the town’s Fourth of July parade. The float was near the front of the parade and team members handed out water bottles wrapped in the church name to those watching the parade. Later in the trip, the team was able to provide counseling and operational staff for a camp. During their five weeks of ministry in the American West, the team traveled 6,650 miles. Located in Greenville, S.C., Bob Jones University is a biblically faithful, liberal arts university.
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Chesterfield resident Becca Hayes, shown second from right in the second row in the pink shirt, was among 12 other Bob Jones University students who recently went on a missions trip to Utah and Nevada.
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These volunteers were among a crew from Redeemer Episcopal who traveled to Wise County in July for a three-day Remote Area Medical clinic, which provides free healthcare to thousands of people.
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HELP from page 1 and more members brought clothes for distribution to patients at the clinic, which is held at the Wise County Fairgrounds. Haddon was in his 80s and legally blind when he started the effort. His wife would drive Haddon to Wise County each year and, with the support of Virginia Lions working in the tent, people who could not afford new clothes had the opportunity to pick out “gently used” clothes to wear. Redeemer parishioner and Lion’s Club member Lou Markwith met Haddon at RAM in 2009, where Haddon was “holding court” in a 35-by-70-foot tent directing volunteers who were displaying clothing for distribution. The next year, Markwith encouraged Redeemer members to support the clothing distribution and started taking donations. In 2010, Redeemer volunteers brought a cargo van twothirds full of clothes. In 2011, they collected enough to fill the cargo van. In 2011, Haddon was unable to return to RAM because of health problems. Members of Redeemer stepped up and helped the Lions to distribute the clothing. That year they brought a cargo van plus two mini vans and a pickup truck full
Patients at the Remote Area Medical clinic in Wise County browse through thousands of pounds of clothes donated by Central Virginians.
of clothes. In 2012, the Lions asked Markwith to take over responsibility for the clothing distribution. “I agreed, as long as my congregation would accept the project as an outreach mission,” Markwith said. Redeemer’s Vestry approved the project. Markwith and the members of Redeemer have been amazed by the response to this effort. A volunteer who drove the truck told his father in Norfolk about the
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At schools elsewhere, students with local roots continue to be honored for their work with academic recognitions and receive diplomas. Those include: Kelli Hutcheson of Midlothian received the Randolph College Book Award from Randolph-Macon Academy, where she is a junior.
Erin Bartholomew of Midlothian graduated from Whittier College with academic distinction in Spanish, received the Martin Ortiz Award for Academic Excellence in Spanish and was named to the Spring Dean’s List. Kievina Haynes of North Chesterfield graduated from the University of Delaware.
project. His father collected clothes and brought them to Richmond. An 84-year-old grandmother from Pennsylvania heard about the project from her daughter who was attending RAM as a volunteer. She began knitting sweaters for children up age 10. The sweaters were brought to Richmond and distributed by her daughter. Redeemer also has a prayer shawl ministry supported by knitters in the parish. Each stitch represents a “prayer for
the healing” for the person who receives a shawl. Each year, they select a medical professional to receive a shawl because they are volunteering to help others and seldom receive the care and comfort they may need. Redeemer also worked with Mount Olivet Baptist Church in Beaverdam, Va., on their Shoe Ministry. This was their first year at RAM. Redeemer collected 500 pairs of shoes for their effort.
Midlothian resident: VCU helped meet career goals CONTRIBUTED REPORT
Oscar Martin of Midlothian is now leading efforts to develop innovative products at a world leading chemical company. Martin, who earned his Ph.D. in chemical engineering in 2009 from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Engineering, credits the graduate program for helping him excel on his career path. He was recently promoted to Chief Innovation Officer at DuPont Teijin Films Americas in Hopewell. “My studies at VCU were extremely invaluable, as it helped me to see technology and innovation through a different lens,” Martin said. “The Ph.D. program showed me how to research technology at its infancy and develop it into a commercially viable product that has value in the marketplace.” Martin holds several patents for materials, including
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his invention of a multi-layered water blocking cable armor laminate. He was previously technical manager at Convenience Packaging, and has worked in various management and engineering positions at DuPont over 15 years. Martin is president of the VCU School of Engineering Foundation Alumni Board.
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Tim Joyce: taking a leap of faith working well as he leads local YMCA operations with an organization he said he truly loves. fter living most of his life Joyce said it’s a story that could in Raleigh, N.C., packbe potentially repeated hundreds ing up and moving to of times as the Y reaches out to Richmond was a difficult kids of all backgrounds and ethnic decision for new regional YMCA preferences. chief executive officer Tim Joyce “You don’t know how many and his wife Diane. little Tim Joyces there are out there As it turned out, he said it might that -- if staff keeps dedicating time be one of the best decisions they’ve and volunteers keep raising money ever made. so they can go that one day -- one Six months on the job, Joyce of these kids could grow up and said he is convinced he made become your CEO,” Joyce said. “I’m the right decision, and displays a poster child. I’ve seen what can an enthusiastic confidence as he happen at the Y.” assumes the reins overseeing 19 After college, Joyce began worklocal YMCA facilities in the metro ing at a YMCA summer camp in area. southeastern North Carolina called A graduate of the University of Camp Seagull. North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Joyce While teaching school in 1985, formed a strong and lasting bond Joyce got the call he’d been waiting with the YMCA at an early age -for and began a full-time career and it never went away. with the YMCA organizing summer The story begins early. camps throughout North Carolina. “I showed up at a YMCA when In a life that revolved around the I was 7 years old,” Joyce said. “From Y, the Joyces raised three boys and that age on, I was involved in some found themselves empty nesters type of YMCA program -- whether when the Richmond opportunity it was after school, sports or teens.” came along. Joyce turned that love of the Y “All the boys were grown up and into a job at age 16 when he took out of the house,” Joyce said. “One’s his first part-time position. That married, one’s at Duke Divinity began 27 years of local involvement School and one’s at N.C. State.” BY JIM RIDOLPHI
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The empty nest syndrome opened other possibilities for the Joyces who, up until that point, had spent their entire YMCA career with the Raleigh chapter. “After the boys left, we found ourselves empty nesters and a lot of my friends and colleagues urged me to take a look at the Richmond job which was opening up,” said Joyce. At first hesitant, Joyce and his wife gave careful thought and prayer to the possible move north. The decision came to them after prayer and reflection, and neither has looked back. “It’s what I call faith,” Joyce said. “We absolutely know that we were called to be here.” The move also provided his sons with a clear message about their dad. “It showed them that if God calls you to do something, you get up and do it,” Joyce said. “It’s never too late to make a change.” The transition was made even easier, according to Joyce, by the professionalism of his Richmond support team. He said chief operating officer Karen Keegan has been instrumental in familiarizing him with the region and “showing him the ropes.”
And that change seems to be working for Joyce. His enthusiasm and excitement are contagious, and his love for children and the YMCA mission are evident.
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It’s never too late to make a change. At a recent outing at Camp Gooch near Shannon Hill in western Goochland County, Joyce was surrounded by dozens of young campers. The smile on Joyce’s face said it all. “Sometimes, I can’t believe I get paid to do this.”
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Tim Joyce, a youthful 57, said he is sure he made the right move when he decided to take the Greater Richmond YMCA chief executive officer job.
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ids can learn about history and archaeology at an upcoming day camp offered by the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia. Diggin’ in History Archeology camp will be offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 19 through 23 for boys and girls ages 8 to 12. The camp will provide an introduction to archaeology with engaging, hands-on activities allowing students to learn about site surveys, excavations, artifact repair and reconstruction using clues from the past. A field trip to Prince George is included. Snacks and water will be provided. The camp will be held at the Magnolia Grange Museum House, which is located at
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Elyse Anderson was among 17 students and teachers from VCU and VCU Medical School who spent 11 days on a health outreach trip in Honduras. Below, Anderson conquered a fear of needles on her recent trip to Honduras. She is shown pricking a child’s finger to check for anemia.
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Anderson conquered a fear of needles on her recent trip to Honduras. She is shown pricking a child’s finger to check for anemia.
they were still so happy!” That, Anderson said, will help her remember to appreciate what she has. Anderson said she still isn’t sure what field of medicine she’ll end up in, but said the trip taught her lessons that will serve her in any field. At one point, Anderson watched a pharmacy student showing written directions for medication to a patient. Partway through the discussion, the student asked the patient if
she could read. The patient, who was in her 30s, shook her head “no.” “I was honestly dumbfounded,” Anderson said. “Being able to read is just something I don’t even think about at home, so I think that says a lot about the fact that I should never make assumptions about a patient’s abilities and understanding.” To learn more about HOMBRE, visit www.hombremedicine.org.
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A doctor on the trip taught Anderson how to give injections—a big deal for the budding physician. “I was so excited that I was able to handle seeing a needle without freaking out!” Anderson said. Later, her new skills were put to the test. Anderson ended up working the anemia station at a children’s clinic all day, which meant pricking children’s fingers. That was a big victory, especially since children are often more emotional about needles than adults, she added. The trip was emotional for Anderson, who bonded not only with her travel mates but also with Honduran patients, including a group of children from a school near the HOMBRE camp. When the group loaded up to leave, they were asked to wait for several hours because a surprise was coming. “They had prepared a speech, songs and dances to say thank you and goodbye to us. It was the cutest thing ever!” Anderson said. “At the same time, though, that was when the reality hit me hard enough to almost make me cry. We were all so excited to go back to our showers and beds, but the kids were staying on Pinares,” Anderson said. “They may never even know what a shower looks like or live how we do. And what amazed me was
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ur country was founded and has prospered on an abundance of opportunities. We are free to learn anything we want, attempt to do almost anything we want and can achieve something we call the American Dream by displaying an openness to almost any new idea. While they’ve been doing it longer on the other side of the Atlantic, we’ve been doing it with more freedom and flair. And those opportunities present a chance to succeed, or -- in other cases -- a chance to fail miserably. But having those choices is what makes the country great. Kayaking down an out of control rapids is not necessarily the safest thing in the world to do, but we trust you enough to let you try. Jumping out of an airplane doesn’t seem like a good idea to me, but hundreds of reasonably minded Americans do it every week. But, there are a few cultural celebrations our European neighbors enjoy that are not celebrated here in the good old USA. Up until this year, the running of the bulls was reserved for a hearty bunch of thrill seekers in Spain. Admittedly, there are imitations in some other parts of Europe, but the art of daring a bull to trample you has largely gone unnoticed and uncelebrated in America. But, in perfect American entrepreneurial motif, someone has determined that there is a market here for folks who want to test fate, dare Mother Nature, and attempt to outrun a fourlegged creature that jogs for a living. Enter The Great Bull Run scheduled later this month in Dinwiddie County at Virginia Motorsports Park, the usual home of muscle dragsters roaring down a quarter-mile track. But, this time it’s bulls, and your first question
might be will anyone actually sign up for the unequal race between bull and human. More than 5,000 have penned their names on a sacrificial list to be possibly trampled, and it’s growing daily. I guess it’s a case of the more, the merrier -- certainly true for the bulls. The Dinwiddie event is the first in a series of bull-challenging races at venues across the nation. Organizers say the runs will not be quite as hairy as the ones in Pamplona, Spain, and runners will have notches in fencing to evade the charging animals. But, still, I’m thinking you get a dozen or so bulls running full speed directly at a group of inebriated daredevils and you could have the potential recipe for disaster. It’s a case of round-up the usual suspects when it comes to folks who oppose the runs. Animal rights groups say it’s cruel to the bulls. I suppose they could get hurt running over a drunk, but it certainly beats their fate at the traditional running in Spain. Organizers say veterinarians will be on duty to monitor the bulls and their well-being. In a recent Richmond Times-Dispatch story, one of the organizers said, “You can go running down the street anytime you want, but to run with the bulls, that’s something that doesn’t come along very often.” A point well taken, my friend, and so you can run with bulls right here in America -- a little slice of Spain right here in Dinwiddie County. And while running with, on or away from the bulls is not my thing, I applaud your right to do it. And, in a display of perfect American cynicism, some of the spectators will be rooting for the bulls. After all, it’s all a matter of choices -- that’s what makes America my kind of place.
14100 block of Old Fort Drive Miscellaneous property was reported stolen from a construction site.
July 29 1500 block of Huguenot Road Unknown suspect/s removed a window to gain entry into a business. Miscellaneous items were reported stolen.
23224 July 27 3300 block of Tanners Way An unlocked vehicle was entered. Firearms and miscellaneous items were reported stolen.
23225 July 26 7700 block of Belasco Drive Property was reported stolen from an unlocked vehicle.
23227 July 27 8000 block of Iron Bridge Road Unknown suspect/s attempted to force open a rear door at a residence.
23234 July 28 2800 block of Emblem Drive Property was reported stolen from a victim’s unlocked vehicle. Property was also reported stolen from outside the victim’s residence.
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Unknown suspect/s broke the rear window and gained entry into a victim’s residence. Miscellaneous property was reported stolen.
23237 July 21 8500 block of Dorsey Road Unknown suspect/s entered an open shed. Household goods were reported stolen.
July 24 4300 block of Inca Drive Unknown suspect/s entered a residence through an unlocked front door. Property was reported stolen.
July 25 2800 block of Avalon Heights Road Known suspects entered a residence through an unlocked window in the kitchen. Property was reported stolen.
July 26 2500 block of Alcott Road A victim’s bicycle was reported stolen from a residence.
23832 July 16 3500 block of Pierson Drive Unknown suspect/s broke out a glass pane on the front door to gain entry to a residence. Property was reported stolen.
July 26 9300 block of Knightwood Lane Miscellaneous property was reported stolen from a victim’s unlocked vehicle outside a residence.
July 27 3400 block of Hollow Wood Court A victim’s bicycle was reported stolen from a residence.
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Brittany Marie, above, and headliner Janet Martin, right, will take the stage on Aug. 10 at the Boulevard Flower Gardens concert series.
Divas and Daisies concert showcases female performers Bill Slaughter, the show’s promoter and the owner of 29 Promoountry and rock tunes tions, which is based in Colonial will fill the air at the Heights and Atlanta, Ga., said the Divas and Daisies con- series is designed to establish The cert, set for 6 to 10 p.m. Farm as a concert space. on Saturday, Aug. 10 at Boulevard “The Boulevard Flower Gardens Flower Gardens. concert series was put together to The showcase will feature coun- bring a wonderful new outdoor try performer Brittany Marie and venue to the area,” Slaughter said. headliner and rock musician Janet “We want to bring new upscale enMartin. Saturday’s performance tertainment, not the same acts that is an installment in an ongoing you see everywhere, and, so far this summer concert series at Boulevard summer, we have done that with Flower Gardens, which is located great success.” at 2100 Ruffin Mill Road in South Novak noted that the first show Chesterfield. in the series, which was titled According to Sherry Novak, the Buds and Blues and featured Blues community program coordinator Brotherhood, a Blues Brothers for the venue, the series is meant tribute band, was rained out. She to bring a sensational selection of mentioned that Buds and Blues may performers from different musistill be rescheduled for a later date cal genres to the stage. “We’re just this year and that tickets for that trying to mix it up to give people a performance will be honored at that variety,” Novak said. time. The concert will happen in an That concert was followed by area called The Farm, a wide open the Bloomin’ Beach Blowout that space Boulevard Flower Gardens happened on Saturday, July 20. has always owned. It just made That show was a Jimmy Buffett sense to host musical acts in the tribute show that featured Tom multi-purpose space, Novak said. Watt, better known to his fans as “It’s very beautiful there,” Novak “The Buffettman,” and his band, the said. “A lot of people have had wed- Fruitcakes. dings, receptions and parties there.” Divas and Daisies will be a first “And, we had a bandstand built for the concert series since it only just for the concerts. So, it’s a beau- features female artists. tiful scenery and view.” “Anywhere you look in music BY KOREY HUGHES Special Correspondent
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LINCOLN from page 1 Perdue also said that the exhibition will mainly focus on Lincoln’s life, leadership and constitutional vision through the turbulent years of the Civil War. Yet, as Perdue pointed out, the exhibition’s release preceded production of Spielberg’s film. “The Lincoln exhibit was planned to coincide with the sesquicentennial of the five-year period of the Civil War, from 1860 to 1865, and to deal with issues raised by the war and confronted by Lincoln as president,” Perdue said. “The Lincoln exhibit has been touring since 2009 and will continue through 2015.” “We aren’t aware of any connection to the Spielberg film. It’s a nice coincidence, especially given Richmond’s connection to the film,” Perdue added. Grand opening festivities for the exhibit will run Saturday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit’s first day will include a screening of the Steven Spielberg-directed movie, “Lincoln,” will feature re-enactors to help bring the history to life. “The re-enactors are county employees that are well-versed in the day-to-day routines and activities of soldiers and civilians during the period of the Civil War,” Perdue said. “Reenactors will be in period clothing, and exhibit visitors will be able to engage in conversation with re-enactors inside the Central Library during opening day.” Library docents will also be available on opening day to answer questions about the Lincoln exhibit. After that, the docents will be available on Saturdays from 10 a.m.
drains, and into the ocean. Ocean currents can carry it thousands of miles away, contaminating the environment and endangering human and wildlife along the way. Every year, debris kills thousands of marine mammals, fish and birds. Coral reefs and critical marine environments can be damaged. Triad is a statewide network of public-safety and older-adult organizations that works to enhance the quality of life for, and reduce crime against, senior citizens. For more information about Chesterfield Triad, call 804-768-7878 or email Leidheiserd@chesterfield.gov. to 5 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Perdue said this service is provided firstcome, first-served with no appointment required. Other themed activities will also take place to promote the exhibit. On Tuesday, Aug. 27, Trent Nicholas with the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts will lead a panel discussion about film portrayals of Lincoln at 7 p.m. The panel will include local actors, cinematographers, directors and writers, some of whom were involved with the Spielberg production. A public question-and-answer session will follow. On Saturday, Sept. 14, Andrew Talkov will speak about the topic “Who Freed the Slaves?” at 2 p.m. Talkov, the Virginia Historical Society’s head of program development and coordinator for Virginia’s Civil War Sesquicentennial Exhibit, will present his lecture and lead a public question-and-answer session. Perdue thinks people remain fascinated by Lincoln’s life because he is a relatable figure. “Abraham Lincoln has always been known as the everyman or common man’s president,” Perdue said. “His popularity is appreciated by school children and historians alike.” “In 2009, we celebrated Lincoln’s 200th birthday anniversary, bringing him even more into the spotlight. Lincoln is relatable and, for that reason, remains a popular iconic figure.” For more information about these programs or to register for them, go to library.chesterfield.gov or call Central Library at 804-748-1603.
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today, no matter what genre, from Taylor Swift to Adele, women are leading the way,” Slaughter said. “With Divas and Daisies, we are showcasing two amazing ladies in the music world.” “Janet Martin is an incredible, accomplished and world-renowned artist, and Brittany Marie is a diamond in the country world (who) is on her way to big accolades. We are so proud to have them on the same show and even prouder to share their music with the area.” Novak said that vendors will be on hand for food, wine and beer. Radio stations WBBT – Big Oldies 107.3 Oldies and WLFV – The Wolf 93.7 will be there for giveaways, he added. According to Novak, locals should check out the Boulevard Flower Gardens concert series because they bring much-needed attention to local talent. “I think they’ll really enjoy it,” Novak said. “We’re hosting local entertainment in our own area, and we’ll stick with our community base and continue to have these concerts.” Tickets for Divas and Daisies are $15 in advance and $20 at the gate. For advance tickets, visit www. bfgconcerts.com. For more information, visit Boulevard Flower Gardens’ Facebook page.
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FRIDAY, AUG. 9 Paddle Henricus Historical park’s tidal lagoon from 5 to 8 p.m. Participation costs $13. Meet at the Henricus Visitor Center, 251 Henricus Park Road. Register by calling 804748-1623. For details, call Mark Battista, 318-8735.
SATURDAY, AUG. 10 Sunset Paddle Saturday will allow participants to paddle and ride with the high tide to explore the tidal lagoon at the Dutch Gap Conservation Area from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Participants will meet at the Henri-
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cus Visitor Center, located at 251 Henricus Park Road. The event is only for ages 10 and up, and participation costs $18. Registration took place one week in advance by calling 804-748-1623. For details, call Mark Battista, 318-8735. Spend the day getting to know Abraham Lincoln at the Central Library as a new exhibit is unveiled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tours will be offered with strolling re-enactors all day. From 10:30 a.m. to noon, a lecture will be given by historian Mike Gorman on Lincoln in the Capital of the Confederacy, then Steven Spielberg’s recent film on the 16th president will be screened. For more informa-
tion, call 804-751-CCPL. Teens can learn to make a handmade book in a daylong Teen Studio workshop set for 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Clover Hill library. Writer and printmaker Aijung Kim will show participants how to create a simple, bound pamphlet, and then use the Japanese stab binding technique to create a sewn journal or sketchbook. Participants must be 12 to 16 years old. Registration is required. Register online at library. chesterfield.gov or by calling the library at 804-751-CCPL.
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presented at 6 p.m. at the Bon Air Library. The Chesterfield County Office of Virginia Cooperative Extension is opening this free public workshop. For more information, call 804-751-4401. An informal old-time jam session will be held noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Central Library. County employees and others are welcome to bring an instrument and play along! If you’re not familiar with a “jam session,� it is an informal, anyone-canplay-along musical practice session. This is not a performance, but an activity for musicians. All skill levels are welcome to play old-time music. For more information, call 804-751-CCPL.
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CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, trust those around you as they can be a valuable source of support and encourgagment. Work to be there for them as much as they have been there for you.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, someone close to you puts their faith in your ability to get a job done. Devote all of your attention to completing this task, and it will only enhance your resume.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, tight deadlines at work will have the pressure on you and your coworkers. But stick to the task at hand, and you will reap the rewards in the near future.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Many positive things are on the horizon, Taurus. You just have to get through a few rough spots before it is clearer sailing this week. Pisces is a pivotal player.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, a travel opportunity is just over the horizon, so have your bags packed and ready to depart at a moment’s notice. You can certainly use some time away.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, others are quick to look to you for help because of your work ethic, experience and attention to detail. Embrace these opportunities as they can help your career.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Hard work will get you ahead, Aquarius. Don’t shy away from an opportunity that comes your way, even if it seems less than promising at first glance.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Challenge yourself this week, Gemini. Now is a great time to take on a new hobby or task and test your mettle. You will be glad you did when you accomplish your goals.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, once you think you have everything figured out, a few variables get thrown into the mix. You will show your ability to solve problems if you can handle the task.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, it could be in your best interest to remain out of the spotlight at the next social gathering. You might have a more enjoyable time as a fly on the wall.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you may find yourself in a leadership role this week and will be called on to make a lot of decisions. Take advantage of this opportunity.
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, try not to pick sides when asked for your opinion on a dispute between close friends. Giving the impression of picking sides may strain a friendship.
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Former teammates, now rivals “I’ve only gotten a handful of hits off JACK in five years and he’s a great pitcher and only continues to get better.”
“MAC is a great hitter and I would be relieved just to get him out, let alone strike him out.”
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Left, former James River High School standout Mac Caples, who will play baseball at Virginia Tech this coming spring, prepares for a pitch during an away game. Right, Jack Roberts, who will officially become a Cavalier this fall, takes a warm-up cut in the on-deck circle. ALEX WINFREE Contributing Writer
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ormer James River High School teammates Mac Caples and Jack Roberts will be going from teammates to rivals next season. Caples will play at Virginia Tech and Roberts will attend the University of Virginia.
Caples is a three-time All-Dominion District selection at third base. He was named first team all-region, all-metro, and all-state as a junior. He was also named to the Louisville Slugger pre-season All-American team in 2013. He received offers from schools including Old Dominion University, The College of William & Mary, the University of Maryland, the University Connecticut, Michigan State
University, Notre Dame, the University of Virginia, and Georgia Tech. He ultimately decided on Virginia Tech. “I wanted to play in the ACC and I felt like I had the best chance to make an impact at Virginia Tech,” Caples said. Roberts will follow his brother, Will, to the University of Virginia. Jack was the Dominion District co-player of the year in 2013, as well as the Central Region player of the year. He was also all-district all four years of high
school at either first base or pitcher. He spent most of the recruiting process talking to UVa, Stanford, and North Carolina. He decided that UVa “was the right place for me because of the baseball atmosphere and the educational value of the school.” Of course, it helped that his brother played ball for the Hoos. RIVALS page 7
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ootball is in the air and the Redskins aren’t the only team holding football camp. Several local high schools are hosting summer youth camps including Clover Hill High, which held its camp July 24-26. Included in this year’s camp were many local youth that came to learn skills and techniques from high school and college level players. Several former Cavaliers that are now playing at the college level came out to assist. Clover Hill Football Head Coach Sean O’Hare has found this midsummer camp to be a big benefit for the youth and his current players. “This is kind of the first move toward the 2013 season for us. Most all the players show up so it gives us a chance to get on the same page. Meanwhile we get to work with many area youths that may be future Cavaliers themselves. “It also helps develop our players’ people skills. It’s fun to watch these tough football guys break down a little and work with these kids ... football is not just about the game it’s also about working with others and passing on what you learn. This camp gives us a chance to do just that,” said O’Hare.
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Grandmaster Jung addresses a group of taekwondo students who listen attentively. The belt ranks of the students ranged from yellow to brown.
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ast Saturday at Dynamic Taekwondo – located in Woodlake, just off Hull Street – one of the most well-respected taekwondo artists of the last 30 years gave a comprehensive, threehour sparring tutorial in front of a group of approximately 40 eager and enthusiastic students. Before Grandmaster Jung came out of the dressing Master Lee room, Master Lee gave a few words of wisdom to the members of the class. “You’re never going to get another chance like this,” Lee said. “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity. So try and take something out of it. Learn something new.” The class consisted mostly of young
Grandmaster Jung gives a student a target to shoot for during a stretch. Right, Two young members of the taekwondo seminar put on by Grandmaster Jung engage in an excercise meant to limber up the spine.
children between the ages of about 6 and 12. But several adults participated, too, and seemed to enjoy themselves just as much – if not more – than the young tykes dressed up in their taekwondo apparel. The belt ranks for those in attendance ranged from yellow to brown,
with blue, red and green sprinkled throughout. There are 11 different belt ranks in the world of taekwondo, with each color representing the student’s knowledge TAEKWONDO page 7
A day at Redskins Training Camp organization. Griffin seems to have become a One of the first things you brand all his own – separate from notice after walking through the the Redskins yet tied to the heart maroon overhang that reads “The of the team. He may be described Washington Redskins Welcome as the face of the franchise – and, You to Training Camp” is the sheer if he can stay healthy and continue abundance of Robert Griffin III his meteoric rise, he may become jerseys – which is to be expected, the next face of the NFL. considering his significance to the Nowhere is Griffin’s exponen-
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tial popularity more apparent than within the confines of Redskins Training Camp in Richmond. When he steps onto the field with his yellow practice jersey pulled snugly over his bulging shoulder pads, the crowd immediately gives a hearty round of applause. After REDSKINS page 7
Above, A maroon archway welcomes fans to the Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center. Right, Robert Griffin III finishes his pre-practice lap around the practice field. Griffin slapped the hand of every fan standing along the fenceline.
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ongratulations to the Richmond Panthers 14U field hockey club for placing first in the region and sixth in the nation. The Panthers competed in the National Club Championships, which took place in Virginia Beach from July 10-18 and featured 16 teams from the east coast and the midwest. Top row: Abby Sloan, Emma Mc-
Cabe, Ella Donahue, Maggie Ellis, Erika Latta, Hallie Larsen, Bethany Fuquay, Emma Walker, Corline Schmigel, Lara Tomenchok. Bottom row: Kaylie Puccinelli, Grace English, Aubrey Scott King, Eve Hader, Addie Nash, Savannah Maestrello, Callie Yost Not pictured: Mary Abbott Pearson Head coach: Betsey Ellis Asst. coach: Emma Pohl
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REDSKINS from 6 scanning around at the fans making the noise, it becomes apparent that every other one of them is sporting Griffin’s instantly recognizable number “10.” There is no specific demographic more inclined to wear a Griffin III jersey than any other. It appears as though Griffin’s appeal spans generations. You’re just as likely to see a boy barely old enough to stand on his own two feet wearing a Griffin jersey as you are to see a 70-year-old grandmother in the same jersey. Part of Griffin’s appeal is his squeaky-clean off the field image, which has won over the hearts of parents who have grown tired of the less-than-admirable actions of some NFL players. “I think he’s a wonderful role model,” Kathy Dixon of Midlothian said. “He’s the best thing to happen to this team in a very long time.” While many would agree that Dixon’s words are true, there is more to this training camp than a Heisman Trophy winner with bobbing dreadlocks and a graceful tongue. So, what is it like to spend a day (or two or three) at the Redskins’ Training Camp? For starters, the fan experience is a relaxed one – nothing like the atmosphere you’d find at a regular season game at FedEx Field. Fans bubble with joy when a receiver makes an acrobatic grab, and innocently jest when a receiver drops a pass or a quarterback makes a poor throw. It’s all in good fun, to be sure.
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A boy in a backwards hat and no shoes knocks the ball loose from a much larger opponent during a game of pick-up football. The Redskins’ practice field looms in the background. Below, a coach and several Redskins’ lineman inadvertently give a lesson in symmetry.
There are no heavyhanded critics around these parts. Some of the most memorable comments made by fans have been about Rex Grossman, the oft-maligned quarterback who has the tendency to throw far too many high-risk passes at inopportune times. “Go deep, Rexy!” “Check downs are for wimps. Throw the long ball!” “Who needs handoffs when you can throw hail Marys!” These comments are meant in jest, and it’s not guaranteed that Grossman will even make the final roster. While he’s certainly the front-runner for the third string
TAEKWONDO from 6 of and progress in Songahm Taekwondo. For example, a white belt is worn by those just beginning their taekwondo journey. It is meant to represent purity, because the student has no knowledge of taekwondo and is essentially beginning with a clean slate. Orange is the next belt in the progression, a color that is meant to represent a sunrise…a budding enlightenment concerning the art of taekwondo that is beginning to take shape. Next up is yellow, because “the seed is beginning to see the sunlight,” and then it’s on to camouflage (the belt where sparring begins), green (“As a pine tree develops, it sprouts green pine needles.”), purple (representing a mountain, because now “the path has become steeper”), blue (“The tree reaches towards the sky for new heights.”), brown (“The tree is firmly rooted in the Earth.”), red (“The sun is setting. The first phase of growth has been accomplished.”), red/black (“The sun breaks through the darkness.”),
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and, finally, the coveted black belt. Grandmaster Jung is a black belt, of course, having accomplished just about all there is to accomplish within the world of taekwondo. He thoroughly dominated the sport during the ‘80s, winning a gold medal in the World Championships from ’82-’85 and ’87-’88. Grandmaster Jung also won a gold medal in the Seoul Olympics in 1988. Remarkably, he is undefeated in registered fights, going a flawless 17-for-17. Grandmaster Jung, who hails from South Korea – where taekwondo is so popular that it may as well be known as the national sport – now teaches at Korea National Sport University, a institution of higher learning that “aims to educate and nurture excellent sportsmen and specialized sports coaches.” After Master Lee finished his thorough and informative introduction, Grandmaster Jung strolled out onto the blue mat – his white Adidas uniform hanging loosely on his slim frame – to a round of spirited applause from the members of the class. He appeared humbled,
and gave a quick bow of gratitude. “Why are we here?” he asked, the class sitting cross-legged before him. “Can anybody tell me?” His English was not great – something he pointed out at the beginning of the seminar – but it was strong enough to convey the message he was attempting to get across. “We want to be able to overcome any situation,” he continued. “And taekwondo gives us the ability to do that.” On the wall to his left hung a large poster of the five Taekwondo Tenets. They are, in descending order, courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self defense, and indomitable spirit. Across the top, in big black letters, the following mantra was clearly visible: MY GOAL IS TO BECOME A BLACK BELT. For the next three hours, Grandmaster Jung led the students in a series of stretches and drills that tested both their physical capabilities and their mental strength. One of the more memorable moments took place when
Grandmaster Jung broke out what looked like two foam-covered tennis rackets. “This is going to test your reaction time,” he said. “Sit on the floor with your eyes closed. When you hear the noise, jump up and sprint to the other end of the mat.” Smack! And then a pitter-patter of little feet. Another smack, another pitter-patter. This process repeated itself for approximately the next 15 minutes, with most of the students wearing big, teethy grins as they ran from one end of the blue mat to the other. The students were at full-attention for most of the seminar, answering Grandmaster Jung’s questions and commands in full-throat. Although many of the students were under extremely young, they seemed to have no trouble grasping the prominence of Grandmaster Jung and what he meant to the sport that they themselves were in the process of mastering. “Grandmaster Jun has given so much to the sport of taekwondo,” said Master Lee. “It was an honor having him here.”
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quarterback position, a young, athletic scrambler by the name of Pat White is vying for the position as well. White’s chances of usurping Grossman on the depth chart are viewed as relatively slim, so the pundits say, but anything can happen at training camp. As far as seating at the complex goes, there are no bleachers, per se,
but there is a conveniently placed hill about 20 feet from the sideline that lends itself well to fold-out chairs and lawn towels. Beyond the far end zone there is an amphitheatre with stone ledges for folks to relax on, lest they grow weary of trying to jockey their way into a position along the fence. Speaking of those, they run about three to five rows deep – at least on this day, Aug. 3 – and surround about 60 percent of the field. The prime location is a spot up front right at the 50-yard line, but good luck scoring that ticket. Unless you get there three hours beforehand, perhaps even earlier, chances are you’ll have to throw on a pair of shoulder pads and muscle your way through the masses to score such an ideal spot. Here are a few other off-hand observation made during the day at training camp: There is a well-stocked merchandise shop just inside the premises where you can find Robert Griffin III jersey of all colors and sizes. The most eye-catching item in the store? A foam finger with the saying “Hail Yeah!” spelled out across the front. You’ll likely find kids playing touch or tackle football on the make-shift field just above the amphitheatre. If real-time football isn’t enough to hold your attention, there is a tent with Xbox 360 pods where you can play the new Madden 25. Parking at the Diamond costs only $5, and the walk is relatively painless.
Caples and Roberts both say that they have a great relationship off the field. “Jack and I have been good friends since we met in eighth grade,” Caples said. “We have always pushed each other to get better on and off the field and it was great to be a captain with him this year,” Roberts added. Both players agree that facing each other will be a bittersweet experience. Both Caples and Roberts hate losing and say that seeing each other in opposite dugouts will make them that much more motivated to earn a win when the Hokies and Cavaliers face off. Caples and Roberts have a deep mutual respect for each other’s talents. Caples says that hitting a homer off Roberts would feel great. “I’ve only gotten a handful of hits off Jack in five years and he’s a great pitcher and only continues to get better,” Caples said. Roberts looks forward to the potential face off. “Mac is a great hitter and I would be relieved just to get him out, let alone strike him out,” he said. Although the two friends will be involved in a fierce rivalry they both maintain that they will remain good friends and will greet each other before they play. “I think we will definitely talk and catch up before and after games and I’m also interested in following his (Caples) career throughout college,” Roberts said. Caples says that facing Roberts and UVA will be business as usual, but he said he’s sure he will end up shaking hands and talking to Roberts at some point in the game. The Hokie and Hoo rivalry has always been a beloved match up in the state of Virginia, but for the folks of Midlothian it will have an even greater significance in the spring.
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ome along for the ride with Times-Dispatch photographer Bob Brown and columnist Bill Lohmann on a journey through Virginia, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Blue Ridge Mountains and beyond. This hardcover book features a collection of Brown’s favorite photos from the road with insights from Lohmann to tell the story behind the pictures.
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AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SHOP 5 day facility with all equipment. Excellent sales records for 15 years. $2995/mo. Call Oliver, 804-928-4321
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Pet Care Canine Etiquette has just opened a new location in Richmond
14411 Sommerville Court Midlothian, VA 23113
We train dogs within a 160 mile radius of Richmond. We specialize in behavioral issues ranging from puppy behavior, to jumping on people, to service dog training and any form of aggression. Our goal is to let you have a balanced obedient dog so you can enjoy any situation without the worry of embarrassment of having an out of control dog.
www.pet-pleasers.com Office: (804) 320-4395
3057468-01
Special: Guaranteed Results 4-week package.Heeling group class or one-on-one session for $175 first dog;additional dog for only $100 (this can be a friend and their dog or your personal second dog). We offer a money back guarantee. We also offer a doggy boot camp. For your free evaluation All breeds and ages welcome! call (804) 721-6619
Pet Sitting for your valuable pets Serving the Greater Richmond area
Since 1985
For all your advertising needs call Gale Robinson (804) 746-1235 ext 28.
medical • surgical • dental care • laser therapy in-house lab • digital radiography • ultrasound boarding • bathing • cremation service
We treat your pets like family Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Tues, Thurs 8:30 am – 7:30 pm Sat 8:30 am – 12:00 pm info@macvetva.com • www.macvetva.com
Pick up a Midlothian Exchange at any of these locations 23112
THE BOOK EXCHANGE
KROGER: IVYMONT SQUARE
13198 Midlothian Turnpike
14101 Midlothian Turnpike
GOODWILL: HULL STREET
CHICK-FIL-A: WESTCHESTER COMMONS
MIDLOTHIAN APOTHECARY
11749 Hull Street Road
132 Schofield Drive
CLOVER HILL LIBRARY 6701 Deer Run Drive
23113
ANGELO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 11643-B Midlothian Turnpike
DE ROCHONNET DELIGHTS 13228 Midlothian Turnpike
GOODWILL: ALVERSER DRIVE 1211 Alverser Drive
13502 Midlothian Turnpike
STARBUCKS: BELLGRADE 11307-F Polo Place
23114 YMCA
737 Coalfield Road
23235
CHESTERFIELD TOWNE CENTER 11500 Midlothian Turnpike
GOODWILL: N. CHESTERFIELD 8535 Midlothian Turnpike
MONKEY JOE’S 11304 Midlothian Turnpike
23236
LA PRADE LIBRARY 9000 Hull Street Road
SHONEY’S 9963 Hull Street Road
23832
CENTRAL LIBRARY 9501 Lori Road
GOODWILL: WOODLAKE 14740 Hull Street Road
3052212-01
We treat your pets like family