Postcards as Art and History
0Deltiology is the collection and study of picture postcards. Chester Library will be hosting the Old Dominion Postcard Club as they present a House of Postcards exhibit. The Club has invited you to view and enjoy an amazing display of postcards throughout the Chester Public Library, highlighting the wonderful world of postcard collecting. Included in the show will be cards of local historical interest, beautiful artistic cards, unusual postcards, and a special children’s display, as well as possibly the world’s first “House of Postcards” will be exhibited! The show will take place from July 1 – 31 during normal Chester…
Annual “Get Your Butts to Broadway” Festival on June 25
0The third annual “Get Your Butts to Broadway” Festival in downtown Hopewell is right around the corner. Featuring some of the best backyard pork butt cookers in the region, this festival puts BBQ cookers to the test, unleashing the best butts known to man. With beer, live music, and plenty of food, this signature event is one you don’t want to miss. This year there will be nine competitors all competing for the title of “Best Butt on Broadway.” For $10, patrons will be able to taste a sample of each of the competitors BBQ and vote for the winner…
Former teacher racks up 1,194 volunteer hours
0Alice Robinson was nominated as an Outstanding Volunteer. She accumulated 1,194 hours after age 60, and she taught for 39 years. Ms. Robinson volunteers her time and talents with Chesterfield County Public Schools, where she helps struggling readers feel successful. At Curtis Elementary, she tutored individual first graders reading below grade level and set up a checkout system for books in the reading room. Now at Harrowgate Elementary, she continues individual tutoring with first graders. She schedules her physical therapy sessions around her volunteering schedule so as not to disappoint the children. Mrs. Robinson was nominated by Taffy Jones-Hayes, Harrowgate…
Weekly Calendar
0JUNE 22 CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex DOMINION FLY ASH PONDS MEETING – 7 p.m., The Virginia DEQ will hold an informal information session at Thomas Dale High School. After spills at huge fly ash ponds in North Carolina and Tennessee. T he EPA is requiring such fly ash ponds to be closed. A public hearing will be held at the school July 6 at 7 p.m. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS – 3 p.m. Public Meeting Room at Chesterfield County Complex JUNE 25 CHESTER FARMERS MARKET – 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Chester Village…
Route 10 Speed Limit is 35 mph
0To the Editor: I am writing this letter concerning the speed limit on West Hundred Road in both directions. The speed limit is 35mph not 55 or 60 mph. Why are you speeding every day? I see drivers of cars, pickup, FedEx, postal delivery and dump trucks as well as school buses speeding, also there is a work zone on Jefferson Davis Hwy past Lowe’s posted 35mph. Why are you speeding? I hope the police will start taken action as these speeders are breaking the law. I suppose they are late for work, school, doctor or dentist appointments, shopping, etc.…
Trump speaks for me
0To the Editor: In my 70 plus years,I have never seen a political candidate such as Donald Trump. He has his opponents, some in the media and even the RINO’S in the Republican Party. So far he has overcame them All. He has turned his back on Political Correctness, A Disease that is destroying America today) that some of our people and Politicians seem to be infected with. Speaking as a long-time member of the National Rifle Association, as Trump and his son are also members, our 5 Million member organization just Endorsed Trump for President. You can be sure…
Safely repelling the Odocoileus virginianus
0Odocoileus virginianus – or the white-tailed deer as it is commonly known – will certainly cause people to stop and gaze at its activities. Many will comment on its beauty and grab their cell phone for pictures. Now put that same deer in your garden or manicured landscape, and your opinion may change. For over a decade, I have established my landscape while cohabitating with these guys. Here are a few lessons I have learned, as well as some cooperative extension research results that may serve you. Start with planting deer-resistant plants. I planted a few hostas when I first…
4507 Lee Street wins Orchid Award
0The Chester Community Association (CCA) presented the business owners and property owner of 4507 Lee Street with the Orchid Award for exemplary care and upkeep of their property. The Orchid Award is given to recognize businesses that have excellent landscaping and curb appeal. Pictured from left: Les Blackwell, LC and Company; Kristi Higgins, CCA board member; Leonard McAdams, Edward Jones; Cindy Mizelle, LC and Company; and Hugh Cline, property owner. For more information about the Chester Community Association and its mission visit chestercommunity.org