This is not a subject that I write about often, but it is still a hazard that must be respected. We do not deal with this very often, so that is all the more reason to talk about it. Flash flooding comes from a number of different reasons. Heavy rains over a short period of time, tropical systems, dams that break and sometimes water mains that break can all lead to a flooding situation. Drainage systems and creeks can handle a lot of water, but at some point they, too, will be overwhelmed. Some places are prone to flooding. Those…
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Aylward, Mrs. Rita Ryan, 96, of Chesterfield, widow of Arthur Thomas Aylward. Bodsford, Mr. Howard Franklin, 78, of Chesterfield, husband of Ruth H. Bodsford. Bottoms, Mrs. Margie L., of North Chesterfield, wife of Lofton Bottoms. Boyd, Mr. Elton Ray, 61, of North Chesterfield, husband of Christeen P. Boyd. Case, Mr. Barry J., 74, of Chesterfield, husband of Donna P. Case. Coleman, Mr. Eric Ross, 48, of North Chesterfield, companion of Joyce Hawkins. Bohannan, Mr. Thomas Wayne, 44, of Chesterfield, husband of Rebecca Ann Bohannan. Dodson, Mr. Kim Mark, of Chesterfield. Gray, Mrs. Joyce Miller 86, of Chesterfield, widow of Elzie H. Gray Sr.…
More than 4,400 Chesterfield students received their high school diplomas June 4 through June 8 during graduation ceremonies at VCU’s Siegel Center. Only one high school principal is retiring: This year’s graduation was Principal Steve Cunningham’s 11th and final Matoaca High School graduation ceremony; he has worked 36 years in Chesterfield County Public Schools. The ceremonies were streamed live online during the graduation ceremonies. Each graduation will be re-broadcast exactly two weeks later on Comcast Channel 96 and on Verizon Fios Channel 26. Meadowbrook 368 graduates Valedictorian: Shivan Shah Salutatorian: Hien Vo L.C. Bird 421 graduates Valedictorian: Dai’Ja Kiera Reed Salutatorian:…
Midlothian Middle students mastered 213,181 words and won second place in a 2014-15 vocabulary competition. More than 204,000 students in 16,369 schools located in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and nine Canadian provinces competed throughout the school year in the annual Vocabulary Bowl sponsored by Vocabulary.com. During an assembly at 2 p.m. on June 8, Midlothian Middle celebrated and received a Vocabulary Bowl banner, marking the school’s achievement and medals for the top 20 students. “The entire school got behind the vocabulary effort, and we are very proud of our students’ achievement,” said Principal Patrick Stanfield.…
Respect, Responsibility, Effort and Achievement are the elements students need for success. Mega Mentors fills the bill for those in need of some guidance. Mega Mentor Phil “Philly Phil” Daniel stressed these four words about the Mega Mentors program in his opening statement at the Mega Mentors’ fourth annual banquet and awards program on May 28, at the Chesterfield Technical Center. Under the leadership of Greg Cummings, Mega Mentors is an all-volunteer organization where 98 percent of the contributions go toward providing materials, field trips, grants and recognition awards for the students. The organization’s mission it to teach life skills,…
A visiting artist is working with art students at Marguerite Christian Elementary to create a mural focusing on Virginia animals the wall outside art classes. Marguerite Christian Elementary is thrilled to welcome visiting artist Charlotte Rodenberg. Rodenberg is an adjunct VCU professor and local artist who has written, illustrated and published two children’s books: Bronto and the Pterodactyl Eggs and Bronto, Friend of Ceratops. Amy Tirrell is the art teacher at Marguerite Christian Elementary and has been the heart of the project. As the school’s 2014 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Tirrell is using the funds she earned to sponsor…
Public school funding in Virginia has been falling fast. Chesterfield County has felt it in its battle to squeeze all the Franklins out of every shrinking budget. Management has been a concern for a good many citizens, but when you look at state funding you wonder where the shrinking cash is going. Per the report “Is School Funding Fair? A National Report Card,” public school funding in most states continues to be unfair and inequitable, shortchanging the nation’s 49 million public school students, especially those living in poverty, out of the educational opportunities they need to succeed. Despite an economic…
Hello and welcome back to the wonderful world of the Dogpound. Max is making a slow recovery from his Max Attack that happened a few weeks ago. He has his decent days (for a dog that is over 14 years old), and he has his bad days when he is a bit disoriented, and his ability to stay upright is a challenge. Since I live close to work, I can come home at lunch time to check on Max and make sure he is OK. I have a walk out basement, so he stays down there during the day. That…
A little heat, a little steam and a little rain is to be expected, but, on the other hand, the weather should not matter that much. You know they make hats with fans in them, a cold one helps and praying for a cool breeze cannot hurt. This is the time of year when you do not have to sit in the house. Remember when we were saying, “I cannot put up with another day of cold and snow.” Well, it is gone. No more snow and no more cold. We should not be sitting inside the house waiting for…
The election primary season is coming to a close and candidates are fervently working in the 11th State Senatorial District. While Senator Steve Martin remains the incumbent, two others are in contention for Martin’s seat. A Village News series of articles focusing on the primary election, in the 11th, which will take place on Tuesday, June 9, has highlighted the aspirations and issues of two candidates running against Martin. A pitch for your vote from Martin is last in the series. Martin has a lot of experience in the political arena, starting his political career as a delegate in 1987…