Police Blotter
0ALFALFA LN (24xx block) 07/29/2016 8:00 a.m. – Miscellaneous items stolen from residence. APPLEFORD DR (29xx block) 08/20/2016 6:40 p.m. – Miscellaneous property stolen from residence. ARBOR LANDING CT (112xx block) 08/19/2016 9:30 p.m. – Money and miscellaneous items stolen from vehicle. BAILEYS PATH RD (58xx block) 08/20/2016 8:20 a.m. – Attached garage entry. Miscellaneous items stolen. BETZ CT (35xx block) 08/12/2016 5:00 p.m. – Rear window entry. Miscellaneous items reported stolen from residence. BROADWATER RD (36xx block) 08/22/2016 3:00 p.m. – Rear door entry. BURLEY RIDGE TR (30xx block) 08/18/2016 3:00 p.m. – Vandalism-Residential CENTRALIA RD (43xx block) 08/20/2016…
Crime of the Week
0On Aug. 21, alarms activated at the Virginia Commonwealth Bank branch on Courthouse Road after two men shattered one of the building’s side windows. Chesterfield Police responded to the scene and, once inside, officers found many of the drawers and cabinets had been broken open and ransacked. Though nothing was missing from the business, the criminals caused hundreds of dollars in damage. Crime Solvers is now turning to you for help to solve this case. The suspect is described as a black male in his 20s. He was last seen wearing dark clothing and he held a mask over his…
School Days
0As summer comes to an end, many schools have already been in session for the last three weeks. Schools in this area will begin the 2016-2017 school year on Sept. 6. As students get ready to return to school, we, too, must prepare ourselves for their return. What do I mean? Traffic around school zones has not lessened, but has increased, while school buses will be back on the roads, picking up some students in the wee hours of the morning. Drivers must give themselves more time by leaving earlier each day. Most schools have a school crossing, whether or…
Recently Deceased
0Bartlett, Mr. Bobby, 68, of North Chesterfield, a Vietnam War Army veteran. Bischoff, Mr. John Robert, 76, of Chesterfield, husband of Sharon Bischoff. Burton, Mrs. Nita, 79, of Chester, widow of Raymond Benford Burton. Cauthorn, Mr. William Eugene, of Chesterfield, a Marine Corps and Navy veteran who served in the Korean War, widower of Frances Emily Cauthorn. Doliber, Mr. Adam Scott, 21, of Chesterfield. Fielder, Mr. Aaron, 32, of Chesterfield, husband of Bethanie Fielder. Hall, Mrs. Lucy Carlton, 92, of Chesterfield, widow of William F. Hall. Lethco, Mr. Roy D. “Dale,” 75, of Chester, husband of Pam Lethco. Matthews, Mr. Kenneth F. Jr., of Chesterfield, husband of Carolyn Fentriss…
KidsZone complements ChesterFest musical theme
0CHESTER – The KidsZone at ChesterFest promises great fun for kids as it was last year with an added twist. As music drifts across the lawns of the Chester Village Green and area bands bring an eclectic mix of sounds, the KidsZone will not only have an animal petting zoo, but also an eco-friendly musical petting zoo with instruments. “Christian Life will be manning the KidsZone for the fourth time this year and have once again added a fun touch to the Fest,” said Elliott Fausz, organizer of the festival and president of the Chester Community Association. “The idea of…
Home school field trips in September
0CHESTERFIELD – The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, in partnership with the Chesterfield Department of Parks and Recreation, presents programs in support of home-schooling families. These programs, designed for all grade levels, are fun and engaging, and they cover specific learning objectives. Discovering Chesterfield’s Past This program addresses what life was like in rural Chesterfield long ago. Visit a replica of an early 20th century general store and imagine life in a bygone era. Take a tour of the historic Courthouse Green, walk in the footsteps of the Continental soldiers, and learn about the fight for religious freedom during the…
Volleyball, Field Hockey Previews
0LC Bird Boys Volleyball Last season, the Skyhawks boys’ volleyball team played well overall. They finished in the upper half of their district before losing in the first round of the playoffs. This year, they have a new coach, De’Jon Bryant, who is looking to build upon the success they had last season. He believes this can be achieved through mental preparation and consistent learning. “I always tell my players that we’re all given a brain so make the most out of it,” Bryant stated, “That’s why I like to push their mental limits, so we can be a highly…
FOOTBALL RECAPS
0Thomas Dale 36, Cosby 6 Just when doubt clouded the Knights’ season opener and first few weeks of the season, the Dark Zone arrived. Thomas Dale turned two turnovers into touchdowns, amassed eight sacks, and held Cosby’s standout running back (Joe Hunt-put in if it is?) to just 31 yards on the ground en route to a 36-6 victory. Quarterback Gabe McCollin finished 6-18 passing for 130 yards and a touchdown toss to A.J. Lazaro. Running back Max Oxendine scored two touchdowns and freshman Chris Tyree had a solid debut, catching three passes and gaining 57 total yards. Defensive end…