The popular swimming hole right off U.S. Route One between Richmond and Petersburg, was the most refreshing refuge from humidity and sweltering dog days west of Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. It was a mecca for locals seeking a few hours of blessed relief and a major vacation destination for tourists from throughout the state. Folks were drawn by its enormous sand beach, water slides, the high diving board where giggling girls congregated to watch the boys show off, and the adjacent dance hall that filled the evening air with Big Band melodies. Everyone entering the bath house received…
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JULY 6 CHESTER CHOICES BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – 10:30 a.m. until Noon. “Mercy Snow” by Tiffany Baker will be discussed. No registration required. CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex JULY 8 THE EMBERS FEATURING CRAIG WOOLARD IN CONCERT – 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. Pocahontas State Park Amphitheater, 10301 State Park Rd. Gates open at 6 p.m. Bring a good pair of dancing shoes and a chair. Concessions available. Free admission, vehicle charge for parking. Details: 748-1992 or [email protected] BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION – 7 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Brighter Living Assisted Living in partnership…
The greatest story teller of our life time, Charlie Brock, has gone to be with the Lord. Born in Highland County, Va. near the Blue ridge mountains, Charlie had a larger than life personality that will be missed by all his friends and family. Always a world changer since birth, he joined the Navy at 18 years old, married Doris McLaughlin and began to raise three sons, Tom, Jim, and Tim. After four years in the U.S. Navy he joined the Virginia State Police where he protected and served the citizens of Virginia. All the while raising his boys to…
Hello, everyone, and happy belated Independence Day. July 4 is the mid-point of gardening season, too, as gardeners typically enjoy their hobby from April through October. By now, the early blooming plants are spent and the mid-season blooming plants are thriving. Half-way does not mean cruising to the finish line. Now is the time to give your landscape the mid-season jolt that can provide benefit for many weeks to come. Summer annuals require a little TLC at this time so they continue to produce the blooms which make them so attractive. Remove spent blooms and cut back weak stems. Fertilize…
The Chesterfield County Department of Youth Planning and Development is seeking adults to serve on the Youth Services Citizen Board for the 2016-17 year. The board is composed of two adults from each magisterial district. Board members attend monthly meetings and help plan programs throughout the year. They serve a three-year term and can reapply for a second term. The board calendar year runs from Sept. 2016 through June 2017. The following positions are available: Bermuda District, two adults; Clover Hill District, one adult; Matoaca District, two adults; andMidlothian District, two adults. To download an application, visit www.chesterfield.gov/YSCB. Mail completed…
Chesterfield County Public Library has received several nature backpacks for each of its 10 libraries. The backpacks are part of a partnership with the Library of Virginia, Virginia State Parks, and the Science Museum of Virginia. They include a free parking pass to any of the Virginia State Parks and are stocked with tools for customers to use to better explore and learn about nature. Available during library hours at all library locations. For more information call 751-CCPL or visit library.chesterfield.gov.
Chesterfield County Public Library will offer a unique summer learning program with dozens of prizes to encourage students to learn while having fun. The 10-week program is based on the popular game Minecraft. Go into any Chesterfield Library and get your first gold ticket to start the adventure. Available during library hours at all library locations. For more information call 751-CCPL or visit library.chesterfield.gov.
ALCOTT RD (25xx block) 06/26/2016 10:30 p.m. – Vandalism-Motor Vehicle ARBOR CROFT WY (111xx block) 06/26/2016 11:00 a.m. – Front door entry. Jewelry, electronics, and miscellaneous items stolen. BARNWOOD TL (57xx block) 06/25/2016 6:00 p.m. – Money and miscellaneous items stolen from vehicle. BECKINHAM DR (59xx block) 06/28/2016 9:00 p.m. – Vandalism-Motor Vehicle BEULAH RD (64xx block) 06/26/2016 10:00 a.m. – Vehicle parts stolen from residence. BIRCHS BLUFF RD (36xx block) 06/23/2016 6:00 p.m. – Miscellaneous items stolen from residence. BIRDBROOK DR (39xx block) 06/27/2016 12:45 p.m.- Weapons Violations-Illegal Discharge BRAMPTON WY (28xx block) 06/23/2016 6:00 p.m.- Miscellaneous items stolen…
Anderson, Ms. Virginia Austin, 92, of Chesterfield. Broaddus, Mr. Orride Temple, 73, of Chesterfield. Brock, Mr. Charles Franklin, 81, of Chesterfield, a Navy veteran, husband of Doris M. Brock. Brown, Mr. Harry, 65, of Chesterfield, husband of Velma Lynch Brown. Corbett, Mrs. Kirsten Louisa, 41, of North Chesterfield, wife of Matthew Q. Corbett. Davis, Ms. Denice “Niecy” C. Poellnitz, 32, of Chesterfield, fiancée of Jason George. Edwards, Mrs. Katherine Johnson, 85, of Chester, wife of Lloyd Edwards. Fowlkes, Mr. Earl A. Sr., 85, of Chesterfield, an Army veteran, husband of Jean M. Fowlkes. Gilliam, Mrs. Erner Virginia Mason, 96, of Chesterfield, widow…
Fire departments are dealing with an increased number of calls caused by issues with pool chemicals. There have been responses to both privately owned and public pools. While it is important to maintain pool water at proper levels, it is equally important that pool owners and mangers understand the chemicals that they are using. It is not my intent to make you hazardous materials specialists, but to prevent a hazardous environment. I will attempt to approach this from two directions: the cause and effect of problems associated with pool chemicals and the actions that you must take when a problem…