Recently Deceased
0DOBB, Mr. Stuart R. Jr., 60, of Chesterfield, husband of Donna T. Dobb. DONLAVEY, Mr. Charles Richard, 68, of Chesterfield, husband of Sandra Donlavey. GOODWIN, Mrs. Judith D., 80, of Chesterfield, widow of Raymond E. Goodwin Sr. GUASTELLA, Mr. Ernest Louis, 85, of Chester, formerly of Brooklyn, N.Y., a Korean War-era Army veteran, widower of Angela Louise Guastella. KEETON, Mrs. Helen, 74, of North Chesterfield, wife of Forrest Henry Keeton. KLOW, Mr. Richard Edwin “Rick,” 64, of North Chesterfield, husband of Shirley Ann Linebarger Klow. MC CARNEY, Mr. William Lee Ray, 85, of Chester, a Navy veteran, husband of Silvia Ann Hange McCarney. NOTTINGHAM, Mr. Coleman Lee, 81,…
Dutch Gap vultures not out of the woods yet
0To some, the vultures claiming Dutch Gap as their rest and roost area are a nuisance. To others, the protected birds are a treasurer. They have been a source of controversy for years. Chesterfield County renewed a contract on July 1 with USDA Wildlife Division that allows for the monitoring, harassing and – if the county deems it necessary – even euthanasia of the birds. The two species of vultures that have called Dutch Gap home for decades are the black and turkey vultures. Vultures are not predators; they are scavengers and feed on carrion. The Dutch Gap area offers…
Chores and Crafts of the Past on July 30
0The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) will present a family-friendly event at the County Museum on Saturday, July 30. Drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to learn about chores and crafts of long ago. Candle dipping will be demonstrated from 11 a.m. to noon; learn about hand -rolled bees-wax candle making from noon to 1 p.m. Experience butter churning and make an herbal sachet to take home, anytime during event hours. CHSV’s event is appropriate for all ages. While the event is free, donations are welcome. Tours of the 1892 Jail will be available during the…
LC Bird bigman receives first college offer
0Attending a high school (L.C Bird) stockpiled with college basketball prospects, it would make sense that forward Tyrek Williams plays for a prospect-laden AAU team: the River City Reign. The 6-8, 205-pound rising junior picked up his first offer which came from the Division I school, Mount St. Mary’s. News of the offer came from River City Reign’s twitter account – @RiverCityReign. To a casual sports fan, Williams name may not ring a bell. The younger brother of 2016 L.C. Bird graduate and hoopster Tahkey Williams missed all of last season with a broken bone in his leg. That being…
Interest in Wiley, Falden gaining steam this summer
0As the summer wears on, there may not be a hotter sports story in South Chesterfield than the collective heat that L.C. Bird boys’ basketball is generating on the recruiting trail. In addition to Tyrek Williams, two other Skyhawks have picked up recent offers in Johquin “Pinky” Wiley and 5A State Player of the Year Charles Falden. Wiley, a rising senior, has been the recipient of two mid-major offers and added Campbell University of the Big South Conference to his tally this past week. Previous offers came in from Longwood and James Madison. L.C. Bird’s point guard, Wiley plays his…
Author incorporates local places in new novel
0Following a deeply moving dream 14 years ago, Lesley Beiro planted the seedling of a story idea took root in her imagination. This lone sprout has since transformed into a garden – her novel, “The Kiss.” Drawing from her own life, the inspirational story is teeming with relatable characters and real emotions. The plotline follows Linda Reynolds, a mother of three boys who discovers her husband’s adulterous acts. Motivated by resentment and focused on revenge, she quietly leaves their home in New Jersey, fleeing with her sons to Prince George, Va. Readers of the novel will experience Linda’s spiritual journey…
Fruity tomatoes in the Dogpound
0Hello and welcome back to the wonderful world of the Dogpound. With summer, come visions of fresh veggies from the garden or from the local farmer’s market. I don’t have a garden now… too many pests to fight off, but I do have six potted tomato plants that I keep up close to the garage away from prying eyes and mouths. They are primarily cherry tomatoes, and the first few have ripened and been devoured. There is nothing like a tomato right off the bush. As a footnote, tomatoes are actually a fruit, but in 1893 the Supreme Court ruled…
Pokemon Fever
0Brothers Connor, 14, and Colin, 12, Sullivan check-in at the Village News PokéStop to collect PokéBalls and other items for the latest app craze Pokemon Go, an augmented reality mobile game. The game allows players to capture, battle, and train virtual Pokémon who appear throughout the real world. Hundred have stopped by the Village News office since the game’s release last week.