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As part of the Chester Community Association’s (CCA) efforts to recognize local businesses for exemplary upkeep of their property, Buckingham Court near the corner of West Hundred Road and Buckingham Street was recently honored with the Orchid Award. Dr. Joe Hillier cared for the property when he opened his dental practice there several years ago. But he credits the work of Patty Rudd with Celtic Green for her maintaining the beauty of the landscape. Pictured are Kristi Higgins (CCA) presenting Dr. Joe Hillier with the award.

The Chesterfield County Department of General Services is reminding citizens that free mulch is available at the county’s two convenience centers. General Services operates two convenience centers for waste disposal and recycling. Woody debris that customers drop at the centers is shredded into mulch that is then made available to citizens for free. “Shredding the woody debris into mulch enables us to accomplish two things,” Environmental Manager Jeff Howard said. “It provides a way for us to give back to the community, and it reduces the amount of woody debris that otherwise would be placed in a landfill.” With springtime…

The theme for 2015-2016 at Ettrick Elementary in Chesterfield this year is “Super Heroes.” Utilizing this theme, third grade teachers Maria MacLaughlin and Lynne Johnson applied for a Community in Schools Cynthia Henshaw Grant. The detailed outline included components for each content area. The grant was awarded and third grade students began their super adventure. The teachers named their project “I am a Super Hero!” Third Grade students would be tasked to design, create, and develop a super hero that exemplifies a positive trait they find within themselves. Students would also design and manufacture their super hero at home incorporating…

Former L.C. Bird linebacker and Virginia Tech standout Deon Clarke graduated as a Hokie this past May. Now, he’ll be a bird of flight. The All-ACC performer signed as an undrafted free agent with the Seattle Seahawks. He said via his Facebook page: “From little league to the blue and white and L.C. Bird high, to the maroon and orange at Tech, [I’ve] been waiting for this moment,” Clarke said. “#foryoumom.” On his big day, Clarke paid tribute to his mother, Deborah who lost her battle with cancer with Deon was just nine years old. The former Skyhawk started 24…

After two standout seasons in Richard Bland’s softball program, former L.C. Bird infielder Kimberly Ellis will leave RBC with more than an associate’s degree, she will leave with top honors on the field as well. The sophomore earned First Team All Region X honors along with Prince George’s Whitney Clements for the Statesmen. Known as a defender at second base for RBC, Ellis also hit .297, using her speed to leg out two triples and steal eight bases while driving in 18 runs. Her fielding percentage of .931 ranked second among all starters. Like other locals, Ellis will look to…

Matoaca alum Sam Gunther has already had an excellent career running at Bridgewater College, but for his senior year, he naturally, wanted to go out with a bang. Mission accomplished. This past weekend, Gunther broke his own ODAC and Bridgewater record with a time of 1:50.58 in the 800m run. The record breaking performance occurred at the Wolfpack Last Chance meet at North Carolina state, while Gunther, (affectionately called “Gunna” here at home) placed fourth in the race out of 17 runners, including many Division I athletes. “He’s one of the best athletes I’ve ever coached,” said coach Charles Bailey.…

Thomas Dale wide receiver Brian Bullock, an athlete with Division I potential, will start his college career at Lackawanna Community College in Pennsylvania, joining two other former Knights in Eric Finney and Khalid Morris and a former rival in Daijaune Dorsey (L.C. Bird). “He’s the best wide receiver to play at Dale next to Ricky Hall and James Dean who went on to play in NFL Europe,” coach Kevin Tucker said. “He was a game changer that could take over any game.” Bullock was an elite talent at wide out for Thomas Dale, and his play-making ability was a big…

Another Knight made their college decision this past week too, but this one was from the hardwood. Forward Elena Flowers announced that she would be playing basketball and attending Mount Olive College this fall. “Of all the colleges I visited and that were interested in me, I felt that Mount Olive was the best fit,” Flowers said. “I loved the coaches and the players.” Flowers was a force in the post under third year coach Leon Gholson, who led Thomas Dale back to regionals for the first time in five seasons. “If not for a minor injury, she would have…

Brock’s Bar-b-que Restaurant & Catering has a vinegar base bar-b-que sauce that keeps you coming back. It is the kick – a great mustard/vinegar base with a kick that is distinctive and enticing. You will find it perfect for dipping your bar-b-que chicken, beef or pork. The sauce helped kick-start a successful catering business 41 years ago for Charlie and Doris Brock and a successful restaurant business that is celebrating its 29th anniversary on Thursday, May 12. Now retired for nearly 17 years, their sons, Timmy and Jimmy, continue on with their traditions, recipes, and reputation for good service and…

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