Police Blotter
0ALMER LN (122xx block) 03/20/2016 2:15 p.m. – Trespassing (Including Prowler)-Residential BELLWOOD RD (25xx block) 03/18/2016 5:00 p.m. – Money and miscellaneous reported stolen. BEN FRY DR (128xx block) 03/18/2016 12:00 a.m. Front window entry. BERMUDA TRIANGLE RD (126xx block) 03/17/2016 7:00 p.m. – Miscellaneous items stolen from garage. BRANNER PL (124xx block) 03/17/2016 9:00 p.m. – Vandalism-Motor Vehicle BRANNER WY (124xx block) 03/22/2016 12:00 p.m. – Vandalism-Motor Vehicle BRIMLEY PL (47xx block) 03/21/2016 1:00 p.m. – Vandalism-Residential BROADWATER WY (149xx block) 03/22/2016 4:00 p.m. – Vandalism-Motor Vehicle CENTRALIA RD (64xx block) 03/18/2016 6:00 p.m. – Vandalism-Motor Vehicle CHESTERFIELD AVE…
Crime of the Week
0Crime Solvers is asking for your help with solving an indecent exposure case. Shortly after 1 a.m. on March 3, 2016, a man entered the 7-Eleven convenience store at 13866 Village Place Dr. The suspect walked through the store and exposed himself to the woman working behind the counter. She immediately demanded the suspect leave the store and he did so without incident. The man is described as a white male, about 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 200 pounds. He appeared to be 30-35 years old. For more, including photos of the suspect, please visit crimesolvers.net. If you have…
Recently Deceased
0Bowen, Mr. Frederick Henry, 91, of Chester, an Army veteran of World War II, husband of Lillian Bowen. Brown, Ms. Tyra Marie, 16, of Chesterfield. Cloninger, Mr. Robert Clayton, 86, of Chester, a Korean War Air Force veteran, husband of Elizabeth “Betty” Cloninger. Flippin, Mrs. Ada F., 96, of South Chesterfield, widow of William Thomas “Billy” Flippin. Joyce, Mrs. June Elizabeth, 81, of Chesterfield, wife of Rannie R. Joyce Sr. Kohlhepp, Mrs. Kathryn Nichole, 28, of South Chesterfield, wife of Christopher Scott Kohlhepp. Hess, Mr. Ronald Dean, 57, of South Chesterfield. Holt, Mr. Mark Christopher, 48, of Chester, husband of Nancy Dobrilovic-Holt. Jones, Mrs. Lucrezia “Sissy,” 54, of Chesterfield,…
Soft Targets
0Before I start, my prayers go out to the people in Brussels. As we were returning from a popular vacation spot in this country, we saw images of the bombing attack of the airport in Brussels, Belgium, while sitting in an Arby’s. I am not a military strategist; I say that because I am not an expert on this issue. I have heard terminology used during my fire service career, as well as by watching the same news stations that you may watch. Airports, like many other locations around the world, would be considered a soft target for someone to…
Kiwanis 5k Set for May 7
0The Kiwanis Club of Chester has scheduled the date for its Third Annual Kiwanis Chester 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk and Chester Community Health Expo. Presented by the Kiwanis Club of Chester and Bon Secour, the run/walk is scheduled Saturday, May 7 with an 8 a.m. start time. With a start/finish at the Chester Library located in the Village Green at 11800 Centre St.; the one-mile run will have a start at 8 a.m. followed by the 5K run/walk at 8:30 a.m. All ages can participate in the one-mile run/walk. All participants will receive a 1-Mile t-shirt, sponsor giveaways and all…
Carnival fun at Curtis
0Curtis Elementary PTA is inviting the community to its 2016 Curtis Carvival. Students and former students will enjoy carnival games, face painting, arcade games, an obstacle course, moon bounce and an chance to throw a pie at your favorite or former teacher or if a pie is too messy try soaking him or her. The event will take place at the bus loop and blacktop on Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Game armbands will be sold at $15 an individual with game tickets at 25 cents each. The arm bands will get the buyer unlimited game…
Ecoff to Celebrate 25 Years
0Ecoff Elementary is celebrating it’s 25th anniversary with a free community carnival. Join Ecoff Elementary School for a night of fun as they celebrate with the community on Friday, April 8, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. An open house will take place from 5 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. followed by a carnival from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. There will be student work on display, free carnival games, popcorn, cotton candy, activities, and prizes. Food will be available for purchase from Brock’s BBQ, Carytown Burgers and Fries, and Kona Ice. This event will take place rain or shine. Families are encouraged to bring blankets or…
Fashions and luncheon for service
0A woman’s club in a community is not just about fashion shows and luncheons; they help build a community. But fashion shows are important as a fund raiser to support a club’s community activities. On Saturday, April 9, at 11 a.m., the Woman’s Club of Chester will hold their annual fund raiser, “Travel into Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon.” A hot lunch, raffles and door prizes will be part of the activities along with fashions provided by Peebles Department Store. Held at the Chester Baptist Church at 4317 School St., tickets are $20 with all proceeds supporting scholarships at three…