It’s been a battle that has been ongoing for years. The vultures who call Dutch Gap home and the problems they cause have caused many to scratch their heads in frustration. Conservationists don’t want the birds, who are protected under the Migratory Bird Act, harmed, boaters at Dutch Gap don’t like their vehicles being pecked at or bird droppings landing on the vehicles, and Dominion Power has faced some dangerous challenges from the birds that are attracted to Dutch Gap. But, there is a positive update to this man against nature challenge, Bo Bottoms, a supervisor and operator at Dominion…
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We are seeing more rezoning applications and submitted site plans along the Iron Bridge Road corridor than in a long time, said a Chesterfield County planning official. Four site plans have been submitted for a retail center, restaurants and grocery stores. Aldi, a discount grocer, continues to work on its new store near the Kroger grocery on Iron Bridge Road only one-quarter of a mile from the Kroger Market Place. Kroger has taken notice to new discount grocery stores. According to Super Market News, officials at the Kroger Mid-Atlantic Division announced that prices on thousands of items have been lowered…
SEPTEMBER 7 ICE CREAM SOCIAL – 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. The Shepherd’s Center of Chesterfield invites the community to their annual ice cream social. This free event is the kickoff to the 2016 Adventures in Learning program. Chester Baptist Church, 4317 School St. CHESTER CHOICES BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Chester Library. “The Heart Goes Last” by Margaret Atwood will be discussed. Registration not required. CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex SEPTEMBER 10 HARVESTING AND USING HERBS IN COLONIAL DAYS – 10 a.m. – Kathy Chain of The Herbs…
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) will be a participating member in a free Time Travelers Weekend offering visitors a “passport” to explore several historical sites in Chesterfield. Magnolia Grange, built in 1822 by William Winfree, is a handsome Federal-styled plantation house named for the circle of magnolia trees that once graced its front lawn. Noted for its distinctive architecture, the mansion contains elaborate ceiling medallions as well as sophisticated carvings on mantels, doorways, and window frames. The house has been carefully restored to its 1820s look and feel. Magnolia Grange will be open from 10 a.m. to 2…
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) and Chesterfield Parks and Recreation will present “Daniel Trabue: Remember the Revolution.” The event at Magnolia Grange, to be held at noon Saturday, Sept. 24 is part of the Saturday Lecture Series program, whose goal is to further provide both historical and educational programming in an effort to increase awareness of the historical site. Noted interpreter William Richard Rose will be portraying Daniel Trabue. He will be reflecting on Trabue’s French Huguenot ancestry and early life in Chesterfield County. Rose will also be sharing details about Trabue’s service during the American Revolution and…
A lesson that guarantees you can win at life By M.A. Fuller, Reiki Practitioner & Stress Management Coach Whew! What a week, the kids are back in school, there is more traffic than you remembered, and joyful memories of a not-so-distant summer are waning. This is an extremely stressful time of year, and not just for parents. Whether you stay at home, you work with someone who has school-aged children, or you are a student yourself, it is important to remember your stress management techniques to keep your mind and body healthy this time of year. With the timely spirit…
Presquile National Wildlife Refuge can be toured this fall, offering visitors an opportunity to explore the 1,329-acre island refuge and the native plants and animals it supports as well as the sustainably-designed education facilities of the James River Ecology School. The state fish and wildlife service announced last week the upcoming event scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 24 at the Wildlife Refuge. Visitors will be shuttled by boat across the James River to Presquile Island. In an effort to prevent long wait lines, pre-registration is required for all participants. To those registered in advance, Access will be provided to the island…
ALDERWOOD WY (31xx block) 08/25/2016 6:00 a.m. – Rear window entry. Clothing, money, and jewelry stolen from residence. ALDRIDGE AVE (25xx block) 08/24/2016 12:01 a.m. – Electronics stolen from vehicle. ARBOR LAKE DR (67xx block) 08/25/2016 5:33 p.m. – Weapons Violations-Carrying Concealed ARUNDEL AVE (47xx block) 08/25/2016 12:01 a.m. – Strong-arm robbery. Consumable goods taken. BRANDYWINE AVE (101xx block) 08/26/2016 10:00 a.m. – Vandalism-Motor Vehicle BURNT OAK DR (49xx block) 07/21/2016 8:00 a.m. – Electronics stolen from residence. CALDWELL AVE (50xx block) 08/08/2016 12:01 a.m. – Attached garage entered. Miscellaneous items stolen. CHESDIN RD (215xx block) 08/24/2016 12:30 p.m. –…
Anderson, Mrs. Virginia Mae Austin, 92, of Chesterfield, widow of Benjiman William Anderson. Conlon, Ms. Joselyn “Josie” Rahne, 27, of Chesterfield. Elliott, Mr. Roy M. Sr., 88, of Chester, a World War II Army veteran and an Air Force veteran, widower of Clara Mae Elliott. Glover, Mr. William Parks, 79, of Chesterfield, an Army veteran, husband of Beverly C. Glover. Goubran, Mr. Rudy S., 69, of North Chesterfield. Grover, Mrs. Lois Banton, 76, of Chesterfield. Johnson, Mr. Archie Gregory, 64, of Chesterfield. Lambert, Mr. Jonas W., 33, of Chesterfield. Medlin, Mr. John “Stan,” 60, of Chesterfield. Monk, Mr. Robert A.,…
As we prepare to leave for the beach tomorrow, I am thankful that Invest 99L has not materialized into more than a rainmaker at this point. We are now at the height of hurricane season. Tropical waves come off of the west coast of Africa and make their track across the Atlantic. Even with superb, advanced technology, there is still no way to know exactly what these storms will do. Some waves will encounter favorable strengthening conditions, becoming a hurricane, while others will encounter things like wind sheer and have a hard time developing into a tropical depression. Whatever the…