Local beekeeper is sweet on his job
2Terry Rosvall wanted a home garden. But there was a hitch: there weren’t enough bees to pollinate the garden plot. So the Rosvall family adopted two beehives in 2012. “Beekeeping and everything associated with the pollinators have become my passion,” Rosvall said. What began as a hobby to save a home garden has now blossomed into a small business and a growing abundance of hives now known as Reedy Creek Apiary. The beekeeper’s fascination and devotion to bee life and work is for a good reason. According to Reedy Creek Apiary, bee populations are currently on the decline, with beekeepers…
John Tyler Community College adds new programs
0CHESTER – John Tyler Community College now offers additional options for students interested in pursuing careers and credentials in manufacturing, health care, the performing arts, or unmanned aircraft systems. Starting this fall, the college’s major list includes an associate of applied science in advanced manufacturing technology, an associate of fine arts in theatre, and an associate of fine arts in theatre with a technical theatre specialization, as well as career studies certificates in massage therapy and nurse aide/medication aide. Manufacturing technology The advanced manufacturing technology program expands on Tyler’s advanced manufacturing offerings and was developed to help meet workforce demand.…
Cinema Cafe’s plans include bar in lobby, food served in theater
0After the area going years without a movie theater, one is planned for Chester next year. A new Cinema Cafe complex, located off Route 1 in the Bermuda Crossroads Marketplace, is slated to break ground this fall for an opening in late 2019. The free-standing establishment will also feature a spacious bar and lounge located in the lobby, which will provide guests with an ideal hangout before and after the movie where they can enjoy one of 20 different beers on tap or a signature cocktail. “We couldn’t be happier to bring our newest theater to Chester. After visiting the…
Local LDS teens spruce up Petersburg park, high school
0PHOTO: Olyvia Harter from Surry (kneeling) and Estella Kirby from Chester work at Poplar Lawn Park in Petersburg. Forty-four Latter-day Saint teens and 21 adult leaders from Chesterfield, Chester, Colonial Heights and Petersburg gathered together July 13 in a volunteer effort to clean up Poplar Lawn Park and paint the interior of Petersburg High School. The event was part of the youth group’s annual youth conference July 12-14 at Richard Bland College. This year’s theme was “Serving God by Serving Others.” “We wanted them to be able to see the direct impact they would have on the community and help them…
Battle’s recruiting stock on the rise
0L.C. Bird High School’s basketball program is no stranger to developing college prospects. From the days of Chuck Tester to Chevette Waller’s success with the girls’ basketball program, Chuck Thomas to Troy Manns, athlete after athlete has signed on the dotted line. Although there have been mega recruits such as Taja Cole (Louisville/Georgia) and Kenny Williams (North Carolina), there have been many Division II and Division III recruits as well. Rising senior Jamon “Doc” Battle’s stock has steadily risen, as he’s collected 15 offers during recent times. The athletic guard has a cornucopia of mid-major offers, most recently from Longwood…
Chesterfield Baseball Clubs prep for international competition
0PHOTO: Team members: Max Altieri, Briggs Barribeau, Cole Caffall (not pictured), Jalen German, Patrick Gibrall, Keegan Hager, Nolan Harris, Nick Hayes, Conner Hedgepeth, Riley Lorenz, Dylan Meyer, Gabe Smith, Davis Waite, Keller Williams and Michael Williams. Coaches: Jack Horner, Bill Yates and Randy Womack. Since its inception in 2009, the Bronco-II World Series, hosted by Chesterfield Baseball Clubs, has provided area youth baseball enthusiasts a look at international baseball. The tournament will take place July 27-30 at Harry P. Daniel Park. “It’s just an exciting event,” said CBC coach Randy Womack. “It has helped to enhance the facilities at Harry P.…
Recently deceased
0Bales, Ms. Karen Diane, 61, of North Chesterfield. Berry, Mr. Herman Wade, 86, of North Chesterfield, widower of Ruby Berry. Boykin, Mrs. Rita Ryan, 72, of Chesterfield, wife of John Boykin. Guerra, Mr. Randall “Randy” Desi, 61, of Chesterfield, husband of Michelle A. Guerra. Hazelgrove, Mr. James Littleton, 66, of Chesters. Jackson, Mrs. Jo Ann, 83, of Chesterfield, widow of Marvin Gray Jackson. Patterson, Mr. Charles Wayne, 73, of Chesterfield, husband of Robin Patterson. Pumo, Mr. Jerome Thomas “Jerry,” 77, of North Chesterfield, a Marine Corps veteran, husband of Lucy Rebecca “Becky” Pumo. Whitfield, Mr. Paul V., 43, of North…
Two fires, two causes
0Two fires in two different localities recently caused 14 people to be displaced. The causes of these fires are common and warrant further discussion. As I sift through the information that has been reported, there are plenty of lessons to be learned. The first fire occurred in Vinton. A juvenile and some dogs were at the home when a fire started in the front room of the house. Fire officials have determined that the fire was caused by improper disposal of smoking materials. The juvenile and dogs got out safely before firefighters arrived. The house was heavily damaged by fire…