I am often asked “Hey Larry, what can I spray for this or that?” Before I answer, I will ask if the weed, insect, fungus or other pest they want to control has been positively identified. The answer is often “no.” Here is a tip: Some garden issues cannot be solved with a spray. Now is an excellent time to collect a sample of the pest or pest damaged plant and have it positively identified. Positive identification can be done by you on some pests such as weeds by pictures and internet research. There are numerous weed identification websites available.…
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ANGLEWOOD CT (144xx block) 09/07/2015 11:00 p.m. – Miscellaneous property stolen from unlocked garage. ARBOR LAKE DR (68xx block) 09/08/2015 8:00 p.m. – Unlocked vehicle entered and at this time nothing reported stolen. AVALON HEIGHTS RD (28xx block) 09/09/2015 7:00 p.m. – Property stolen from vehicle. No signs of force noted. BEECHNUT AVE (57xx block) 08/24/2015 8:00 a.m. – Miscellaneous items reported stolen from residence. BRAMPTON WAY (27xx block) 09/01/2015 8:00 a.m. – Firearms reported stolen from residence. BRIMLEY PL (47xx block) 09/08/2015 8:30 p.m. – Electronics reported stolen from convenience store. CHESTER VILLAGE DR (117xx block) 09/08/2015 6:00 p.m.…
As I write this, I am beginning the final week of a 28-day journey in South Africa. When you read this, I will have been home for about nine days. The Lord has allowed me to see so many things. There is no way that I can tell you everything that I have experienced on this journey, but I will hit the highlights. This journey has taught me many things about the people group that we are working with, known as the BaPedi. They are predominantly located in the Sekhukhuneland District of the Limpopo Province of South Africa. A people…
Belcher, Mrs. Katie Lotts “Kitty,” 77, of North Chesterfield, wife of Wendell Holt Belcher. Bradley, Mr. James Marshall Jr., 69, of Chesterfield, a Vietnam War Marine Corps veteran. Chapman, Mr. Albert “Steve,” 50, of Chesterfield. Daniel, Mr. Donald Jesse “Donnie/Red Rooster,” 69, of South Chesterfield, a Vietnam War veteran, husband of Lorraine Newton Daniel. Dietrich, Mrs. Alethia Anderson, 92, of Chesterfield, widow of William Dalton Dietrich Jr. Hansen, Ms. Kathleen Elizabeth, 62, of Chesterfield. Justice, Mrs. Virginia Anderson, 89, of Chesterfield, widow of Robert Adolphus Justice III. Killin, Mrs. Madonna Blank, 86, of Chesterfield, widow of William George Killin Sr. Littlejohn, Ms. Connie G., 61,…
Deputies with the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office can now be spotted County-wide in new dark-blue uniforms. The Sheriff’s Office recently made the switch from the traditional tan-and-brown uniforms to dark-blue ones featuring a light blue stripe. Sheriff Karl Leonard sought to develop a new uniform that would enable the Sheriff’s Office to stand out from among other agencies in the region and the state, while enhancing a sense of identity, professionalism and pride among the deputies. A new lighter-weight field uniform was also developed in white to be worn on some assignments. Sheriff’s deputies came up with the design ideas…
The Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL) was recognized for winning a Virginia Association of Counties (VACo)Achievement Award for its “Created Equal: Engaging the Community through Conversation” program. In 2014, the library system participated in the grant-funded Created Equal program, which was designed to encourage communities to join in dialogue about the meanings of freedom and equality. The library worked with the school system, local media and local university professors to offer several events and screened three documentaries: “The Abolitionists,” “Freedom Riders” and “The Loving Story.” Participants also watched film clips highlighting historical events and took part in group discussions. The…
The Chester Community Association’s (CCA) Second Thursdays has been completed for the year, but due to an overwhelming turnout, the Southland Band will return to play a special pre-ChesterFest show on Thursday, Sept. 24 on the Village Green, 11801 Centre St. in Chester. “We have had a very successful season so far,” said CCA President Elliott Fausz. “Howard Corey [CCA member] has worked hard to bring a variety of music to the Village.” Southland Band has played at several venues throughout the region and has been a staple at the Chesterfield County Fair. Southland Band plays a range of music…
The members of Chester United Methodist Church want to invite everyone in the community to join them for Gospel on the Green on Sunday, September 20. There will be three food trucks available from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.on the lawn of the Chester Village Green. Featured vendors will include: Boka Taco Cart, Jem’s Caribbean Cuisine, and Smok N Pigz Barbecue. They will have free hot dogs for children, and free bottled water and popcorn for everyone (as long as supplies last). The children are sure to have a blast in our bouncy castles! Bring a lawn chair or blanket…
The Village News Summer Fun photo contest was a big success. Nearly 100 photos were submitted, and a votes online reached in the hundreds. But in the end there can only be one Best of Show; there can only one Winner in each category, although show and place are recognized as well. The Best in Show photograph wins $50; Readers Choice wins $50; first, second and third place win $25, $15 and $5 respectively. Village News has contact information for everyone who entered and winners will hear from us soon. All the winners are shown here. The Best in Show…
The Pocahontas Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society is hosting several field trips in September. The outings are free and open to the public, but there is a limit on the number who can attend. Anyone with an interest in the native landscape is welcome, from novice to expert. On September 19 at 10 a.m. take a walk in R. Garland Dodd Park at Point of Rocks. This has become an annual excursion that allows for comparisons and documentation of the bloom times of different plants from year to year, but you don’t have to be an expert or…