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Billy Stubbs celebrates 97.

Celebrating 97 with memories

By Press release on December 16, 2020 Announcements

William “Billy” Stubbs of Bensley, celebrated his 97th birthday, Friday, Dec. 11. Billy always like to talk and bring up memories of his time at Benedictine High School. When time came for his daughters, Susan and Gwen, to think of the perfect gift for his birthday they wanted to give him a varsity jacket from Benedictine. “They did not have jackets for athletics in 1942,” Susan said. “He earned three letters and a trophy in 1942.” She added that Father Dan, then principal, gave him a game ball the team won against St. Christopher. “Father Dan gave it to him…

Briefs

By VN Staff on December 3, 2020 Announcements, Community

Chester Baptist Church is offering a “To-Go” lunch on Thursday, December 3. You can pick up your meal between 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. A reservation must be made by November 30 Call 748-2939, to RSVP your “to-go” lunch. This is open to the community. There will only be one meal offered in December. Maiya Pencile is one of 22 Shenandoah students recently selected for the Shenandoah University chapter of the Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Society. The society recognizes juniors, seniors and graduate students who excel in both academics and leadership. Four area teachers received a $750 grant as…

Keep bright outlook, says 104-year-old

By VN Staff on December 3, 2020 Announcements, Community

Carrie “Evelyn” Samuel celebrated her 104th birthday this month. Born Nov. 3, 1916 in the mountains of Kentucky, she lived through the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic. The 1937 flood of the Ohio River claimed the city of Cincinati and left her family to be rescued from the family barn by row boats. Samuel saw the introduction of many inventions and said the most important for her was the washing machine. “I needed it for all the clothes, bedding, and towels my children used,” she said. She has also adapted to social media. “I enjoy the fact that I can have…

Adelbert Baker celebrates 100th birthday

By Press release on June 25, 2020 Announcements, Community

Adelbert Baker was born in 1920 in New York and has lived a long and rich life in the past century. Baker will celebate 100 years on June 20. He served in WW ll and then later worked at Dupont for 42 years and volunteered as a firefighter in his free time. He was married to the love of his life, Kitty, for 64 years and together they had one daughter. Baker loves to reminisce about his well-lived life, especially traveling around the U.S. in a camper. Baker is a resident at Magnolias of Chesterfield. “His spirit has held strong…

Christmas Mother live, silent auction Nov. 16

By Caleb M Soptelean on October 29, 2019 Announcements, Charity, Community, Holiday

The Christmas season is quickly approaching, and the Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Christmas Mother Committee is hard at work preparing for the upcoming holiday. The charity’s mission is that no local child is without food, clothes, toys and books, and that no elder forgotten during the holidays. The group’s 12th annual live silent auction will be held the evening of Saturday, Nov. 16. The fundraiser is sponsored by local businesses, so proceeds from ticket sales and bidding items and cash sponsorships can go directly to helping children and elders in need. The auction is a festive event with delicious heavy hors d’oeuvres,…

VSU hosting Ginger and Turmeric Field Day Oct. 24

By Caleb M Soptelean on October 8, 2019 Announcements

It’s been in the news for years. Ginger has been hailed a panacea for whatever ails you, from nausea, muscle soreness, inflammation and arthritis to cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and even the common cold. But a new finding from Virginia State University has proven the polyphenols and antioxidants—the good stuff—contained in ginger are significantly higher in young, or “baby” ginger. In fact, VSU research confirms immature ginger contains about twice as many polyphenols and has two to three times more antioxidation activity than the mature ginger found in most grocery stores. That means if you’re eating ginger for its health benefits,…

Anti-human trafficking event coming Sept. 30

By Press release on September 24, 2019 Announcements

The Richmond Justice Initiative is hosting an anti-human trafficking event Monday, Sept. 30, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Christian Life Church, 12501 Life Trail in Chester. The evening will feature a movie and discussion panel that includes police chief Jeffrey Katz, assistant commonwealth’s attorney Erin Barr, House of Refuge director Linda Addison and RJI director of development Heather Caleb. The event is free, but note that adult material will be presented, with footage from red light districts and re-enactments of what some victims experience. It is recommended for mature audiences. Parental discretion is advised. No child care will be…

Tree removal related to airport runway extension

By Press release on September 24, 2019 Announcements, Chesterfield Government, Transportation

Work is currently underway at the Chesterfield County Airport to ensure the landing and takeoff airspace in the vicinity is clear of obstruction. As part of this planned maintenance, trees were cut or removed from the area. The project is also the first step in the county’s effort to extend the runway length from 5,500 feet to 6,300 feet, which will enhance safety and increase opportunities for utilization of the airport. The Federal Aviation Administration and the Virginia Department of Aviation are providing financial support and oversight on this project, which is expected to be completed in October. For more…

60th wedding anniversary

By Public Comment on August 13, 2019 Announcements, Community

Dale and Earl “Wimpy” Knapp will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 17. The couple have lived in Chesterfield since the early 1960s. Their children are: Debbie Bragg, Susan Knapp and Cliff Knapp.

VN celebrates a birthday

By Public Comment on August 13, 2019 Announcements, Community, Travel

Cliff and Sally Noe and Mary and Bryan Schiano are pictured with Jo Noe, who celebrated her 90th birthday at Sunset Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., recently.

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