Calendar 14 Church 11 Classified 12 Family Album 4 Obituaries 10 Sports 13 THE ENTERPRISE Viewpoints 8 Vol. 145 No. 37 Website: www.theenterprise.net STUART, VIRGINIA WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2021 USPS 523-500 $1.00 VOICE OF THE PEOPLE SINCE 1876 - A PART OF PATRICK COUNTY’S HERITAGE Board sets slate of goals at retreat Simmons By Taylor Boyd Cooper Center for Public it,” he said. Clyde DeLoach, of the to serve The Patrick County Board Service at the University of The goals can be broken Blue Ridge District, said the of Supervisors set nine goals Virginia (UVA), facilitated down into three categories: policy will include a contin- as part of its strategic plan the retreat. finances, board-committee gency plan and will define as Town at a July 23 retreat. The He said the goals can be relationships, and health- what an emergency point goals are to be completed accomplished in six-months care. is and when the emergency Manager before the end of the year. and will help with the Finance funds can be used. Charles Hargrove, di- board’s long-term goals. The board plans to create “We don’t want it to get rector of Virginia Student “Once you get through all a financial policy to prepare as bad as it was,” Crystal Government at the Weldon of this, you’ll be better for for the upcoming fiscal year. (See Board p. 5) County’s broadband plan detailed at meeting

Bryce Simmons will be Stuart’s new Town Manager. His final day working for the Patrick County Economic Development Authority will be Aug. 27. By Taylor Boyd Bryce Simmons, direc- tor of Patrick County’s economic development ef- forts, announced that he will step down to assume the Stuart Town Manag- er position. Simmons, who current- ly serves as the county’s economic development director, told members of the Patrick County Eco- nomic Development Au- Several people turned out to hear a presentation from RiverStreet Networks about the county’s broadband plan. thority (EDA), that his By Taylor Boyd working with the county on county and what it would port fiber, or a fiber ring. final day with the county Representatives of River- a wireless build out several take to build fiber through- “The reason we want to will be Aug. 27. Street Networks presented months ago, and consider- out the county,” he said. do a ring is if we go in there Simmons said he is an informational session ing potentially building out RiverStreet was able to and we have someone cut thankful to the EDA for about the county’s broad- fiber through the county. bid on census blocks of the that fiber, then the infor- guiding him through the band plan to the Patrick “What we’ve done is just county during the Rural mation will travel around last two years and the County Board of Supervi- put together a broadband Digital Opportunity Fund the other direction, so you’ll experience he’s gained sors. extension plan that talks (RDOF) reverse auction. have some resilience,” Tay- along the way. Rob Taylor of RiverStreet, about different aspects Taylor said the compa- lor said. “I want you to know I’m said the company began of service throughout the ny won 4,465 of the 5,825 From the fiber ring, Riv- not going far, and I hope available blocks in Patrick erStreet plans to lay out that we can work togeth- County, costing $5,418,447. different strand counts er in the future,” Sim- Other census blocs were based on the Geographical mons said. won by SpaceX and Charter Information System (GIS) Simmons, who along Communications. provided by the county. The with the Broadband Com- Folk Fair mittee, has been at the Based on information pro- strand count for each mini- vided by the 2020 U.S. Cen- ring ranges from 288 to 12 helm of the effort to in- sus, 83 percent of all U.S. strands to ensure that each crease access in the coun- households and 84 percent location and every home in ty, also offered a report to return on the continued effort. of Virginia households have the county are being passed internet subscriptions. by fiber. In addition to the proj- “In Patrick County, “This plan is a total fiber ect presented by River- there’s 68.3 percent. So, we to the home build. It’s not fi- Street Networks on July August 21 have a digital gap there,” he ber to the end of the street, 26 (see related story), Simmons said Patrick The Meadows of Dan well,” said Trinity Goad, said. it’s not fiber to Stuart, it’s Taylor said broadband is fiber to the home,” Taylor County has an oppor- Community Association who helps organize the tunity to join a regional announced that the an- event. “The Communi- defined by the Federal Com- said. munications Commission The project is expensive project proposed by Riv- nual Folk Fair will return ty Association hopes you erStreet. this summer, better than will come out and sup- (FCC) as being 25 megabits because the plan is based on per second (mbps) for down- putting the fiber lines in the Currently Franklin, ever. port the Folk Fair. It is Pittsylvania, Charlotte, The festival will be held a FREE event. There is a load, and three mbps for ground to help prevent pow- upload. Based on a map pro- er outages caused by storm and Campbell counties on August 21, from 10 lot going on that day.” are included in the proj- a.m. to 4 p.m., with activ- The day kicks off at vided by the FCC, he said damage, he said. no provider in the county “The number of lines to ect. ities continuing after the Mayberry Presbyterian Simmons said River- official end time at some Church, located South on is doing what RiverStreet put in the ground is 1,426.5 considers to be “true broad- miles of fiber that would Street plans to use mon- locations. the Blue Ridge Parkway. ey from the Rural Digital The Folk Fair will be Pastor Jeff Garrison will band, which is 100/100. I need to be installed. That think you might have some would pass 12,587 homes,” Opportunity (RDOF) as held throughout Mead- discuss the Scottish dias- leverage for a 2022 Vir- ows of Dan, beginning at pora and its influence on out there at Primland, but he said. not really anywhere else,” To get all the fiber lines ginia Telecommunication the Baptist Church, and our region at Mayberry Initiative (VATI) grant extending to the Commu- Presbyterian he said. to all of the fiber passes will For the project, River- cost $45 million, he said. To application. nity Center. Church. Mayberry is “That’s basically to be “We even have great one of the six historic rock Street divided the county connect to all the homes in into seven service districts; the county will cost around a part of the regional ap- things going on outside churches founded early in plication, they provided th each will have its own elec- $72 million. If the plan ex- of town, that we hope the 20 Century by the a level of local match to you will participate in as (See Fair p. 5) tronics. The districts also cludes Stuart, a high-densi- will be connected on a trans- (See Broadband p. 5) complete the project for the RDOF blocs that were received in Patrick Coun- ty along with the SpaceX blocs,” he said. Kendrick to seek post in November The state currently pre- Cindy D. Kendrick will seek to fill the “Every taxpayer who calls or comes in fers big projects and are unexpired remainder of retired Com- our office deserves to receive exception- weighing regional proj- missioner of the Revenue Janet Rorrer’s al customer service and be treated re- ects much more favorably term in a Nov. 2 special election. spectfully and fairly,” she said. “I would than individual county Rorrer retired from the post on June be honored to be the next Commission- projects. 30. er of the Revenue and would appreciate “It’s because they are Kendrick, who currently is the inter- the support of the citizens of Patrick able to do more and al- im Commissioner of the Revenue, be- County.” locate more funding gan working in the office as a Deputy Kendrick, a Patrick County native, is to these regional proj- Commissioner in February 2004. She a 1990 graduate of Patrick County High ects then they are sort was promoted to Chief Deputy Commis- School. She obtained an associate de- of piecemeal county by sioner in 2012. Kendrick later obtained gree in business management from the county,” he said. her certification as a Master Deputy former Patrick Henry Community Col- Simmons said with the Commissioner of the Revenue in 2015 lege, now Patrick & Henry Community level of funding available through the Weldon Cooper Center for College. at the state and federal Public Service and a program by the Kendrick lives in Patrick Springs levels, anywhere between University of Virginia. with her husband Rodney. They attend 80 and 85 percent of proj- Kendrick said she feels her experience the Mountain View Church of God of Cindy D. Kendrick is seeking the Commissioner ects costs could be cov- of more than 17 years has prepared her Prophecy, where she has served as trea- of the Revenue position in the November ered by those funds. for the opportunity. surer for more than 10 years. election. (See Simmons p. 5) Page 2 - The Enterprise, Wednesday, August 4, 2021 PetS of the week New Delta variant, record-breaking gas prices cause some to reroute travel plans Summer travel has Americans are now spike in demand shows In early May, 57 at GasBuddy. “How- hit a roadblock this planning to take a road that Americans are percent of Americans ever, while some may year, but not in the trip this summer than still determined to get were planning to take be trimming summer amount of people driv- were in May. Yet, de- out this summer, wa- a road trip, according road trips, demand ing. It’s in the distance mand for gasoline last vering confidence in to GasBuddy’s 2021 for gasoline remains people are willing to week hit the highest road trips says people summer travel survey. strong across the coun- go. GasBuddy released level of 2021, according might be worried about Since then, gas prices try, with GasBuddy This black and white male the results of its first to Pay with GasBuddy budgeting for high gas have risen to a sev- data showing that last with one blue eye found ever Midsummer Trav- transaction data. prices and seeking en-year high, a new week’s consumption on Midway Drive in the el Survey, revealing So, what gives? adventures closer to variant of Covid-19 has reached a 2021 high, Spencer area. that 10 percent fewer While the recent home. spread throughout the topping the busy July country and a pipeline 4 holiday weekend. shutdown brought gas- That will keep pric- P&HCC to use award to close oline shortages to the es from falling much Southeast. Currently, even as Covid anxiety only 46 percent have rises.” The spreading educational attainment gaps or are still planning to Covid-19 Delta variant Patrick & Henry Community Col- RVHI awards as a way to help close hit the road. Gas pric- may not keep people lege (P&HCC) received the Gerald the educational attainment gap be- es have been steadily from driving, but it is L. Baliles Rural Virginia Horseshoe tween the Rural Horseshoe region climbing since early affecting Americans’ Initiative (RVHI) Award – a $50,000 and the state at large. November to prices decision to take road award from the Virginia Founda- Named for the 65th governor of Vir- we haven’t seen since trips. The percentage tion for Community College Educa- ginia, the award honors Baliles’ lega- 2014, with a national of people who are tak- This brown and white tion (VFCCE). The VFCCE provided cy of promoting educational accessi- average of $3.14 per ing less road trips due male pooch was found on P&HCC and ten other schools with gallon. Fifty percent to Covid-19 concerns Ridge Road in Woolwine. (See P&HCC p. 6) of Americans now say increased from 22 per- His eyes also are different colors. high gas prices are de- cent to 28 percent from terring them from tak- May to July. If you recognize or are Reynolds Homestead to accept ing a road trip, up from The GasBuddy Mid- missing them, call the 46 percent in May. summer Travel Sur- Patrick County Public entries for Rock Spring Art Show “With new Covid cas- vey was completed by Animal Shelter at (276) es rising and gasoline 2,409 GasBuddy mem- 694-6259. The Reynolds Homestead is ac- gardless of residence, may also en- prices at their highest bers between July 15 - cepting entries from local artists for ter. level since 2014, some July 19, 2020. Summer PAWS offers a free spay/ its annual Rock Spring Art Show. Entries must be the artist’s orig- neuter program for dogs. motorists appear to be travel is defined as the For information, call (276) The show is open to artists 18 inal work and have been completed re-thinking their sum- period between May 31 694-2378. years or older who live in Patrick, in the past three years. The entry mer travel plans,” said - Sept. 6, 2021 (Memo- Henry, Franklin, Floyd or Carroll fee is $25 per artist; members of Patrick De Haan, head rial Day through Labor Clover Cat Rescue offers counties in Virginia, or Surry or Bull Mountain Arts may enter for of petroleum analysis Day). a spay/neuter program Stokes counties in North Caroli- $20. Each artist is eligible to enter for cats. For information, na. Any Patrick County native, or two works of art. call (276) 694-3598. member of Bull Mountain Arts, re- (See Art Show p. 6) ‘Pardon Our Dust’ Back-To-School shopping meeting set for widening project Virginia Department of Transportation tips for upcoming sales (VDOT) in conjunction with design-build con- tractor Branch Civil Inc. will hold a “Pardon Our Dust” public information meeting to dis- tax-free holiday weekend cuss construction impacts and traffic manage- ment for the upcoming project to widen 7.4 It’s time for the kids to go The NRF survey found that help everyone involved stay on miles of Route 58 over Lovers Leap Mountain back to school. That means it’s families with children in ele- task,” said Julie Wheeler, Pres- in Patrick County. also time for the annual tradi- mentary through high school ident, and CEO of BBB Serving The meeting will be held on Tuesday, August tion of dumping out your purse plan to spend an average of Western Virginia. “Before de- 17 from 5 to 7 p.m., at Patrick & Henry Com- and wallet and trading all your $850 on school items, which is termining what students may munity College, located at 212 Wood Brothers savings for crayons, binders, $59 more than last year. The need for the year, be prepared Drive in Stuart. backpacks, and clothes. Better total back-to-school spending for a shift from one teaching There will be a brief presentation given at Business Bureau (BBB) Serv- is expected to reach a record format to another and set a 5:15 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. Representatives will ing Western Virginia offers $37.1 billion, up from $33.9 bil- budget,” says Wheeler. answer questions and provide information back to shopping tips for the lion last year, and an all-time BBB recommends the fol- about construction phasing and traffic impacts. anticipated record-breaking high in the survey’s history. lowing tips when looking for The $300 million project will improve safety back-to-school shopping sea- College students and their fam- school-related items, either in on the Lovers Leap portion of U.S. 58 by ex- son. ilies plan to spend an average person or online: panding the road from two lanes to four lanes This year, Virginia Sales Tax of $1,200 on college or univer- In-Person Shopping starting 0.3 mile east of Virginia 610 (Cloud- Holiday begins at 12:01 am sity items, increasing $141 over Retailers are eager for shop- break Road) and extending to 0.7 mile north on Friday, August 6, and runs last year. Over half ($80) of this pers to come back but with of Stuart. Construction is expected to begin in through Sunday, August 8, increase is due to spending on restrictions. Mask mandates, fall 2021 with completion in late spring 2026. 2021. electronics and dorm furnish- social distancing, hand sanitiz- For more information about the project, vis- During these three days, pur- ings. The total back-to-college er, and other precautions may it https://www.virginiadot.org/route58lover- chases of qualifying school sup- spending is expected to reach still be in place for some loca- sleap. plies selling for $20 or less per a record $71 billion, up from tions, as well as rules for those The Lovers Leap project will be the fourth item, and purchases of qualify- $67.7 billion in 2020. who have not been vaccinated. section of Route 58 widening between Hills- ing clothing and footwear sell- As families prepare for the When trying on the latest fall ville and Stuart completed under a Public-Pri- ing for $100 or less per item upcoming school year, NRF ex- fashions, contact the retailer vate Transportation Act agreement with will be exempt from sales tax. pects electronics and clothing to ahead of time for their require- Branch Civil Inc. Previous widening phases Retailers may also choose to be the most significant increas- ments. Also, consider follow- include the 2.7-mile bypass at Meadows of absorb the tax on other items es in spending for families with ing CDC guidelines for cleaning Dan completed in 2006, the 5.2-mile bypass at during the holiday period. Still, K-12 students. Back-to-school and disinfecting items upon ar- Hillsville completed in 2011 and the 8.2-mile they are responsible for paying shoppers plan to spend $21 riving home. Tri-County and Laurel Fork section completed the tax on those items to the more on average on electron- Make a list in 2016. Department of Taxation. ics this year compared with You can either wait for the The agreement is in accordance with the According to the annual sur- 2020 and $19 more on clothes. school supplies list to come out Public-Private Transportation Act (PPTA), vey released in July by the Na- Of those planning to purchase or start shopping without it. which was enacted by the Virginia General tional Retail Federation (NRF) electronics, half (49 percent) Even if you don’t have the ex- Assembly in 1995 to allow private entities to and Prosper Insights & Analyt- plan to buy a laptop, followed act list, you should know what propose innovative solutions for designing, ics, consumers plan to spend by a calculator (32 percent) and to purchase regarding school constructing and financing transportation record amounts for both school a tablet (31 percent). clothes and basic supplies. Cre- projects. and college supplies as families “Planning as much as possi- ate a list and stick to it! Im- Anyone requiring special assistance to at- and students prepare to return ble over the sales tax-exempt pulse buying can jack up your tend and participate in this meeting may con- to in-person classrooms this holiday week will help keep overall total in a hurry. tact VDOT’s Civil Rights Office at 540-387- fall. expenses to a minimum and (See Shopping p. 6) 5552, 800-367-7623 or TTY/TDD 711.

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Cardiology Keeping your heart a department of Northern Regional Hospital choosenorthern.org | 336-786-6146 closer to home. Northern Cardiology 708 S. South Street, Suite 200, Mount Airy, NC The Enterprise, Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - Page 3 Arrests reported Eviction The Patrick County Sheriff’s Office reported the following: • William Wesley Webb, 34, address unavail- moratorium able, was charged July 24 with probation violation. Deputy D. Hall was the arresting officer. for some • Caleb William Gregory, 20, of Stuart, was Dionte Morris Nowlin Ethan Lewis Dehart charged July 25 with petty larceny. Depu- homeowners ty M.T. Rorrer made the arrest for Carroll County. Duo held without bond • Allan-Michael Lee Bell, 26, of Bassett, was extended charged July 28 with assault. Sgt. Lewis K. in Thursday incident The U.S. Department of Agri- Carroll Jr. was the arresting officer. Two men were arrested day, when two men alleged- culture (USDA) extended through • Brandy Lea Wiseman, 33, of Fieldale, was following an alleged rob- ly entered a home on Mar- Sept. 30, the eviction moratorium charged July 29 with fail to comply with bery that occurred in Pat- tin Farm Lane and held a for homeowners of properties fi- bond conditions. Danville PD made the ar- rick Springs, according to 20-year-old man at gunpoint. nanced or guaranteed by USDA. rest for Patrick County. Patrick County Sheriff Dan The victim alleged his “The United States is still reel- • Jacob Dean Kisamore, 20, of Critz, was Smith. clothing was cut from his ing from a nationwide housing af- charged July 30 with drive while intoxicat- fordability crisis brought on by the ed. Sgt. Lewis K. Carroll Jr. was the arrest- Dionte Morris Nowlin, body with a knife, and sev- COVID-19 pandemic. USDA is tak- ing officer. 19, of 110 Houchins Cove, eral items were taken from Stuart; and Ethan Lewis him, according to Smith. ing this important action today to Dehart, 21, of 1477 Cher- The two men left the allow individuals and families who ry Creek Road, Meadows of home, and the victim was face eviction from homes purchased NC man pleads Dan, were arrested Friday uninjured. with USDA Single-Family Housing and charged with breaking At approximately 11:45 loans more time to maintain safe and entering while armed, a.m. on Friday, Patrick and stable housing, whether it’s in guilty to drug robbery, and use of a fire- County Sheriff’s deputies their current homes, or by obtain- arm in the commission of a executed a search warrant ing alternative housing options,” related charges felony, Smith said. on Nowlin’s home and recov- USDA Deputy Under Secretary for “The suspects and the vic- ered a handgun matching Rural Development Justin Maxson A Dobson, North Carolina man pleaded tim did know each other,” the description of the gun said. “Actions like the one we’re guilty to conspiring to distribute medically Smith said, and added “this used in the robbery. announcing today are part of Pres- illegitimate prescriptions for Schedule II opi- was an isolated incident.” Both suspects are being ident Biden’s strategy to ensure a stable and equitable recovery from oids and Suboxone, as well as conspiring to The charges were in con- held without bond. the disruptions of the COVID-19 use, in the course of the distribution of con- nection with an incident Investigator Oscar Tejeda trolled substances, the DEA registration num- that occurred early Thurs- is assigned to the case. (See Eviction p. 6) ber of another person. According to court documents, Charles Wil- son Adams Jr., 50, worked for “Company L” Southwest Virginia man sentenced for role that operated medical clinics in the Western District of Virginia, including in the Galax, in pandemic unemployment fraud scheme Lynchburg, and Christiansburg areas. The clinic focused on pain management and opioid A Pound, Virginia man, who count of obstructing justice. the Department of Labor, IRS- addiction treatment. conspired with others to fraud- “During a time of nation- CI, Norton Police Department Adams worked as a counselor for Company ulently file more than $499,000 al hardship brought on by the and Russell County Sheriff’s L, though he had not applied to the Virgin- in pandemic unemployment pandemic, the defendant con- Office for their hard work on ia Board of Counseling to become a Certified benefits, was sentenced last spired with others to defraud this case.” Substance Abuse Counselor. Adams was re- week to 108 months in federal the government of funds in- “Gregory Tackett conspired ferred to inside Company L as “Dr.” but has prison. tended to help Virginians that with others to commit fraud never been a medical practitioner or possessed Gregory Marcus Tackett, 28, were truly in need,” Acting against the Pandemic Unem- authority to prescribe controlled substances. pleaded guilty in April 2021 United States Attorney Bubar ployment Assistance Program Adams admitted that he and other non-med- to one count of conspiracy to said. The “significant prison by filing for and receiving ben- ical professionals exerted influence or control defraud the government, one sentence demonstrates that efits that he and others were over medical decisions and treatment of pa- count of conspiracy to commit such serious federal crime will not entitled to receive. The U.S. tients, including the prescribing of Schedule mail fraud, one count of aggra- not be tolerated. I am grateful Department of Labor Office of II pain medications and Suboxone, a Schedule vated identity theft, and one for the determined efforts of (See Fraud p. 6) III drug used to treat opioid addiction. As part of his plea, Adams also acknowl- (See Charges p. 7) Mid-week incidents reported Last Wednesday, two motor- with Virginia State Police. when an acetylene tank ex- Social Security Matters cycles traveling south on Vir- The Stuart Volunteer Fire ploded. Burgess received inju- By National Social Security Advisor at ginia 8, just before the Circle Department maintained traf- ries to his hands and face. He the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit C store, when they attempt- fic control while one lane was was taken to Patrick County arm of the Association of Mature Amer- ed to turn right into a drive- blocked during the investiga- Family Practice then trans- ican Citizens way. The 2nd motorcycle was tion. ported by Patrick County struck from behind by a pick- JEB Stuart Rescue Squad EMS unit 811 to the landing Ask Rusty – Disability vs. Survi- up truck. evaluated the driver of the site, where he was airlifted by The motorcyclist was thrown motorcycle who not seriously Wake Forest Baptist Health vor Benefit from his motorcycle onto the injured, and was able to walk Aircare to Wake Forest Bap- side of the road. away. tist Health Hospital in Win- Dear Rusty: I have a question regarding The first motorcyclist then The accident remains under ston Salem, N.C. Social Security. I’m 54 and applying for dis- pulled a firearm on the driver investigation. The Stuart Volunteer Fire ability. I’ve had rheumatoid arthritis since I of the pickup. Also on Wednesday, James Department secured the area was 19. My son, 16 years old, receives survi- The Patrick County Sheriff’s Burgess, who is a welder on for landing. vor benefits from my deceased ex-husband. Office quickly responded to Timberlake Road (off of Ashby Burgess was treated and We were married for 20 years. I was told by deescalate the situation, along Drive in Stuart) was injured later released. Social Security that my monthly payments, if they found me eligible for disability, would be $1418 a month. When would I be eligible to collect my ex-husband’s Social Security bene- Plan announced to protect employers from fit? He made considerably more income over the years and his benefit will be a good deal paying higher unemployment insurance taxes more than my projected $1418. Signed: Dis- Gov. Ralph Northam an- will also invest $73.6 million to ing,” said Northam. “These ac- abled Widow nounced that the Common- fast-track ongoing moderniza- tions will also propel our mod- wealth will commit $935.6 tion efforts at the Virginia Em- ernization efforts forward so Dear Disabled Widow: Your Social Security million in federal American ployment Commission, includ- the Virginia Employment Com- Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefit is based Rescue Plan funding to replen- ing $37.4 million to boost call mission can better serve those upon your own lifetime work record up to the ish the Unemployment Insur- center capacity, $29.8 million in need of assistance through- point you became disabled. If awarded, the ance Trust Fund and accelerate to upgrade technology, nearly out our pandemic recovery and $1418 amount would be equal to the benefit critical upgrades to the Virgin- $4.6 million to hire additional into the future. Together with you would have been entitled to on your own ia Employment Commission. adjudication officers, and $1.8 the General Assembly, we are at your full retirement age (FRA) of 67. At Northam’s plan will put million for personnel support. taking important steps to en- your FRA, your SSDI benefit will automati- $862 million back into Virgin- “Shoring up the Common- sure Virginia remains a place cally convert to your SS retirement benefit at ia’s unemployment insurance wealth’s unemployment in- where businesses, workers, and the same amount. However, if your SSDI is trust fund, preventing tax in- surance trust fund is a smart families can all thrive.” awarded you will be also eligible to apply for creases on businesses and en- investment that will prevent Virginia, like all other states, your survivor benefit at any time. suring that employers are not Virginia businesses from pay- pays unemployment benefits Normally, age 60 is the earliest a survivor penalized for layoffs during the ing higher taxes and allow (See Plan p. 7) (See Social Security p. 7) COVID-19 pandemic. Virginia our economy to continue surg-

Northam proposes millions to promote Special Election public safety, prevent and reduce crime set to fill vacancy Virginia plans to direct more “We are grateful for Vir- cludes state funding as well as A Special Election ets are available at the than $114 million in federal ginia’s public safety officials federal dollars from the Amer- will be held on Novem- Registrar’s Office or and state funding to support who have worked overtime ican Rescue Plan (ARP). ber 2, 2021, to fill the may be downloaded at public safety initiatives across throughout the COVID-19 pan- Northam’s plan provides vacancy that exists in www.elections.virgin- the Commonwealth, accord- demic,” said Northam. “This hazard pay for local and state the office of the Com- ia.org. ing to a proposal from Gov. critical investment will give law enforcement and correc- missioner of the Rev- The Registrar’s Of- Ralph Northam. The proposal us more resources to recruit tional officers who served enue, Patrick County, fice is located in the includes $62 million in haz- and retain law enforcement during the COVID-19 pan- Virginia, for the re- Patrick County Admin- ard pay and compensation and correctional officers, bol- demic as well as funding for mainder of the unex- istration Building, 106 for public safety officials, $35 ster our efforts to reduce gun recruitment and retention. It pired term. Rucker St., Room 216C, million to address COVID-19 violence, and help ensure the includes $20 million for Vir- The filing deadline Stuart, VA, 24171, and in correctional facilities, and safety of families and com- ginia State Police, $10 million for the office of the is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. $17 million for crime reduction munities across the Common- for the Department of Correc- Commissioner of the Monday-Friday. For and prevention programs and wealth.” tions, and $11 million to ad- Revenue is Aug. 13 at questions, call (276) services for victims of crime. The proposed investment in- (See Northam p. 7) 5 p.m. Candidate pack- 694-7206. HE NTERPRISE VOICE OF THET PEOPLE SINCEE 1876 - A PART OF PATRICK COUNTY’S HERITAGE Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - Page 4 Family Album Patrick Pioneers Leon Cock & the Meadows of Dan Basketball Champs By Beverly Belcher Woody Meadows of Dan first Did you know that the came up against Temper- Meadows of Dan High ance and slaughtered the School basketball team was team 75-11 and then went State Champions for two on to beat Wallace for the consecutive years? Well, state championship 46-25. neither did I, until I had a It was a very exciting time very interesting phone con- for the little mountain com- versation with Leon Cock munity! Sunday afternoon. In 1951, Mr. Spangler Leon Cock was born in became Superintendent of Meadows of Dan, Virgin- Public Schools for Patrick ia to William Taylor Cock, County and Sammy Cox Sr. and Glennie Banks. His took over as coach for the parents ran a country store championship team. The called Agee & Cock General 1951 team pictured above Store near where Rotomet- consisted of, from left to rics is now located. Leon right, Bill Harrell, Mahlon has two siblings, Glendal, Harrell, Rufus Wood, who is a year older than Claude Wood, and Leon him, and Taylor, Jr. who Cock. Pictured on the back passed away in 1983. row is Coach Sammy Cox, In 1950, Glendal was a Wayne Hubbard, Esmond senior at Meadows of Dan Hall, Kenneth Cruise, John and Leon was a junior. Both Shelor, and Manager Jim- boys played on the school my Yeatts. basketball team. They are 1951 was equally success- pictured above with their ful as the Meadows of Dan team from left to right, team defeated Stuart to Front row: Mahlon Harrell, move on to the state cham- Glendal Cock, Dwight She- pionship. The competition lor, Captain, Leon Cock, was held at Virginia Mili- and Coy Helms. Back row: tary Institute in Lexington Jack Agee, Charles Yeatts, which was especially excit- Kenneth Burnette, Claude ing for the Cock family. Af- Wood, and Rufus Wood. ter Glendal graduated from Dorn Spangler was the Meadows of Dan in 1950, coach in 1950 and Meadows he had gone on to VMI to of Dan defeated Critz to earn a degree in electrical earn their spot at the state engineering. He was able to championships for Class C cheer his little brother on schools. The competition as the team battled for their was held at the University second state championship. of Virginia and the team Meadows of Dan first de- got to stay overnight on the feated Cluster Springs, 61- campus. 38, then met Temperance

Smartphone Addiction? America is experienc- This cycle is common in ing information overload our daily lives and is an more than ever before important function of and it looks like it’ll only nature, such as the ba- increase. With increased sic necessities of life and and crushed them again, ferred to Oklahoma where cluding every state in the knowledge comes in- companionship. But what this time 53-19. Their last he was a flight instructor. union. He said that no mat- creased responsibility. about in the case of smart- match was Boydton, who Leon married his Oklaho- ter where he goes, Patrick Technology has boomed phones? they trounced 68-27! ma sweetheart and began County is the most beauti- over the centuries but The reason why it’s eas- Upon graduating in 1951, a long career at ALCOA ful of all. we’re not here to say that ier to become addicted to Leon Cock followed his aluminum in marketing Thank you, Leon, for technology itself is a bad technology than it is to brother Glendal to VMI and sales, living in twelve sharing your wonderful thing. You may have even other things is because we and earned a degree in civil different states, including memories and to Betty Lou been able to access this ar- never truly become “full” engineering. After gradua- Florida and Nevada before Banks and LaNita Harris ticle through your phone, as we do when we eat a tion, Leon joined the United settling in Denton, Texas. for the photographs. or through a shared link. meal. This causes less sat- States Air Force and trained Leon said that he and his (Woody may be reached Technology is very helpful isfaction, and our desire to be a jet pilot. After earn- wife have been blessed to at rockcastlecreek1@gmail. and benefits our lives. It to seek out more becomes ing his wings, he was trans- travel to many places, in- com.) is a part of our jobs, social stronger. network, emergencies, Of course, none of us finding useful informa- like to think we’re ad- Sunglasses and sunscreen: tion. dicted to our phones. We But, and this is a big but reason that we need our How to beat the heat this summer – Just as we can become smartphone because this addicted to alcohol, drugs, e-mail, that text, or that Slathering on sunscreen from skin cancer in 2021, it’s block harmful rays, partic- and other things, we can viral video is important. isn’t only for a day at the important to stay mindful ularly if they’re sun-protec- become addicted to our That is true some of the beach; it’s just as essential about combating the sun’s in- tive. screens. Has your phone time, but there are a few on the farm and at other tense rays. In addition to sun expo- replaced your brain? tell-tale signs of when we outdoor work settings. Regularly apply broad sure and sunburns, Fisher The concern now lies in are in control of our phone The Centers for Disease spectrum, sweat- and wa- added there are other risks how integrated our smart- use, and when it is in con- Control and Prevention re- ter-resistant sunscreen tied to working outside in phones have become in trol of us. ports skin cancer is on the with a sun protection fac- scorching temperatures. our lives. We now rely Cell phone addictions rise. Each year 4.3 million tor of 15 or higher to all “With pressure to take on our phones for basic involve: people in the U.S. are treat- exposed skin—including advantage of sunny days human functions. Do you Sleep disturbances and ed for basal cell cancer and ears, hands, neck and lips— for making hay and tend- find yourself not able to insomnia caused by heavy squamous cell skin cancer, and reapply at least every ing other crops, farmers are recall how to navigate to phone usage and in 2018, there were an two hours. Broad spectrum always pushing their per- destinations without us- Reliance on the phone estimated 1.3 million people sunscreens offer protec- sonal limits,” Fisher said. ing a GPS system in your to experience satisfaction living with skin melanomas. tion against both UVA and “Heatstroke and dehydra- phone? I’m reminded me and relaxation Farmers and their em- UVB rays, two types of ul- tion can happen quickly if of the times when I’d have Feelings of anxiety or ir- ployees are among the traviolet rays that cause farmers do not take mea- to pull out my folding ritability when separated groups most at risk. While sunburns, premature skin sures to keep themselves map, squint, and call out from the phone or when experts advise everyone to aging and increased skin cool and hydrated.” directions using the map. faced by the inability to limit time spent outdoors cancer risk. Follow the di- Signs of heatstroke in- Relying on landmarks was use it (for example, when during the hottest part of rections on the sunscreen’s clude weakness, confusion, necessary, and “paved” you realize your phone is the day—between 10 a.m. label to ensure proper appli- nausea and headache. the way for us to remem- low on battery) and 2 p.m.—many farmers cation. Fisher advised taking fre- ber how to get around. Feelings of loneliness or need those crucial daylight Wearing long sleeves, quent breaks to cool off, and Now, our reliance on swift mood changes when hours. pants, broad-brim hats and drinking lots of fluids when smartphones has discour- you’re unable to send “The major factor is the sunglasses also can help working in the heat. aged our ability to reason messages or receive im- amount of time that farm- and analyze and have in- mediate responses ers spend in the sun,” ex- stead increased our desire Continued and con- plained Dana Fisher, chair for instant gratification. scious phone use in dan- of the Virginia Farm Bu- Now, we’re hardly able to gerous situations, such as reau Federation Farm Safe- cope without our phones while driving, and loss of ty Advisory Committee. in our hands. interest in other activities “Whether it is planting in Are you addicted? Preference of using the the spring, caring for fields Addiction works on do- phone instead of personal and animals in the summer, pamine levels. It’s what interaction harvesting in the fall, or causes us to seek out plea- (Submitted by Betty the fall and winter calving surable experiences, and Dean. Used by permission seasons, any exposure to it encourages us to keep from www.lifeandhealth. the sun without protecting seeking pleasure once we org. Courtesy of LifeS- your skin can lead to an in- receive the “reward.” And pring – Resources for creased risk of skin cancer.” so, we find ourselves in a Hope and Healing Stuart, With the CDC projecting cycle of seek-and-reward. VA) 106,110 new cases of skin melanomas and 7,180 deaths The Enterprise, Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - Page 5 Simmons Broadband (cont. from page 1) they choose to be part of that re- (cont. from page 1) said he is going to ask for $700 mil- gional application or not,” Simmons lion instead of $50 million for the “And any other funding that is added. ty area, and has a 100 percent con- state. out there at this point, we are go- Glenn Roycroft, member of the nection rate, the cost is $67 million. “What we want to try and do is ing to be looking at paying 50 to EDA board, said broadband is a Taylor said RiverStreet would take some of our funding, take some 70 (percent). 50 percent is basical- critical and sensitive project for the cover the connection costs of homes federal funding, take some money ly the best we will probably get if county. less than 2,000 feet from the road, from the county and go to VATI and these programs are not used at this “It is my sincere hope that the and also would be an Internet Ser- say, ‘here’s your plan, here’s what time,” he said. board of supervisors and county ad- vice Provider (ISP) after all of the we want to build, here’s the funding If Patrick County chooses to not ministration carries this thing for- lines are connected. we have, and here’s the funding we participate in the regional applica- ward,” he said. “If we build it, we want to be the need from you,’” he said. tion, the county still can apply for In other matters, the EDA: ISP providing services on in, our Cramer said while Phase I con- funding. *Approved the financial report current rate is 100/100 at $89 dol- struction is going on, RiverStreet “It is in the county and the board and paid the bills. lars, so your costs should go down” and the county will pursue funds of supervisors’ hands on whether *Voted to renew the line of credit from current internet service costs, for Phase II. with Blue Ridge Bank. Taylor said. “The fact that this county has a The project is expected to take plan, we now know what the cost is, five years to complete once work and we need to go after the funding Board officially begins to install the fiber for it,” he added. ous boards. (cont. from page 1) lines. In other matters, the board: Healthcare Eric Cramer, President and CEO *Approved the transfer of Pat- The board’s main concern right Harris, of the Smith River District, of RiverStreet, said he believes Riv- rick County Public School funds for now is improving healthcare in the added. erStreet and Patrick County will July. county. Denise Stirewalt, of the Peters hopefully have the funding lined *Approved the refund of $33,412 “We are working on telehealth to Creek District, said another goal is up for Phase I of the project by this to First Horizon’s Bank. see if we can use each fire and res- to review the option of a cigarette time next year. He added funding is *Approved a resolution operating cue building to get people to that far tax. “This would raise more tax- available for broadband. the preparations filing an applica- that can’t go in, or are afraid to go es for the county” and would raise “When we first participated in tion for community development into a doctor’s office,” Harris said. funds for future budgets, she said. VATI (Virginia Telecommunication grant. A vital part of healthcare is ap- Board-committee relation- Initiative) with Patrick County two *Heard questions and statements proving the county’s comprehensive ships years ago, they had $19 million. about the broadband project and plan, which looks at demographics, The board plans to do some inter- Last year they had $35 million. Be- Critical Race Theory (CRT) and trends, and resources, and projects nal housekeeping in the upcoming ginning of this year, they had $50 transgender bathrooms in the coun- what they will look like in the fu- months and develop some stan- million set aside for this year and ty schools. ture. The plan will also provide dards of conduct for its employees $50 million set aside for next year,” *Appointed Chandler McGravey information for infrastructure and and committees. The group also he said. of the Blue Ridge District, to the other long-term projects. consented that a policy on the ac- Cramer said money from the Tourism Advisory Council (TAC). Jane Fulk, of the Dan River Dis- countability and expectation of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) *Appointed David Lusk to the trict, said the Planning Committee appointed boards is needed. also can be used for broadband. Economic Development Authority and the West Piedmont Health Dis- Hargrove said the supervisors Last Friday, Gov. Ralph Northam (EDA) to replace Pam Smith. also wish to implement a workplace trict (WPHD) are currently working culture change. He said the change on the plan and hope to bring it be- is a long time coming that Coun- fore the board for a public hearing ty Administrator Geri Hazelwood before the end of the year. Fair hasn’t had time to start yet. Hargrove suggested the board (cont. from page 1) churches represented animals, jewelry, Mary “Geri hasn’t had much time to be reenergize its plans and look for this year in the Folk Kay, walking sticks, Rev. Bob Childress. here in her role, and also there’s the other partners to help with health- Fair, from a prayer metal signs and local For centuries, Scot- business of the pandemic that’s tak- care. “We’re going to come up with tent at Meadows of authors. land has exported peo- en a lot of time and energy on every- a board-approved legislative plan. Dan Baptist Church Youngsters will sell ple. First, many head- one’s part,” he said. So, we can share that with our state and Mountain View their wares in the ed to Northern Ireland. Clayton Kendrick, of the Mayo and federal partners and say, ‘these Methodist Church pro- Young Entrepreneurs Their descendants River District, said this goal should are the most important thing for viding water to help section and the MoD would later migrate be easy to accomplish because the Patrick County,’” he said. keep fair-goers hydrat- Salon is hosting an to the United States, county now has an employee dedi- Healthcare transportation is also ed. open house. The Roy- where they became cated solely to human resources. needs to take priority, Stirewalt Two local bands will als (a local family) will known as the Scot Stirewalt said the board plans to said. perform at the Com- be making Peach But- Irish. Starting in the restructure the roles of some of the “We can’t rely totally on the vol- munity Building: The ter in a copper kettle at 18th Century, they departments, with the Economic unteers for this because not a lot Country Boys, from Jane’s began to migrate to the Development Authority (EDA) and of people can volunteer since they noon to 2 p.m., and the Café and selling mountainous regions of Tourism Advisory Council (TAC) work fulltime, and we have less Rock Castle Rambles, their products there. Virginia and surround- being at the forefront of that goal. paid staff than what’s needed,” she from 2 to 4 p.m. Bring Outdoor Entertain- ing states. After the “The EDA has the mindset that said. your flatfootin’ shoes ment will be providing failed 1745 Jacobite they’re going to run the board of Stirewalt said the board could do and join the dancing. entertainment for the Rebellion, many High- supervisors, and you’re going to do an incentive plan to get people to In between the children. landers from Scotland what we want you to do. That’s a volunteer or join the EMS career or bands, Gene Smith The grand finale will joined the migration struggle for me, is not feeling like restructure the department to en- will tell local stories. be an old fashion sing- to the New World. The we’re players on both sides of the sure the county could have paid staff Timmy Davis and ing at Concord Prim- Scottish influence can issue,” Stirewalt said. to cover what the volunteers can’t. Wally Augustine, itive Baptist Church, be seen in religion, mu- She added that some members of Hargrove said the board should along with the Mead- located on Concord sic, and folklore of the TAC are upset at the supervisors also talk to neighboring counties ows of Dan Elementary Road. The Primitive region. because long-term committee mem- about doing a regionalized approach School PTO, will host a Baptists do not have Mayberry Presbyte- bers were not reappointed to vari- to fire and EMS. fish fry at the Commu- instruments in their “Honestly, you sort rian Church is located nity Building. church services at of have to band togeth- on Mayberry Church “We also will have Meadows er” since geography Road, just north of Shans Concessions, of Dan, just singing. PUBLIC MEETING and distance are the the Mayberry General and PoBoys Que for Come sit in the historic biggest challenge for Store. You can reach other food options,” church and sing along NOTICE rural counties, he said. the church from Mead- Goad said. “Also, don’t to the old hymns. You In other matters, the ows of Day by traveling forget we’ll have plen- will feel transported in The West Piedmont Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard board: south three miles on ty of vendors that will time during the sing- Mitigation Plan is undergoing a 2021 update. A *Discussed its the Blue Ridge be on site selling their ing, from 4:30 to 5:30 public meeting will be held on Thursday, August 5, strengths, identified Parkway (keep an delicious homemade p.m. eye for the church on 2021 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. via a virtual Microsoft as communication be- snacks, and breads.” “We hope everyone your left), or via Squir- Teams meeting (https://bit.ly/2UD4XoJ). A brief tween the board, staff, Musical performanc- will come. We believe rel Spur Road to May- overview of the planning process will be given, and administrator, es will be held at Villa the events at the two berry Church Road. along with a walkthrough of the updated plan. and day-to-day plan- Appalachia Winery, churches and the mu- ning. It’s one weakness Turn right, and the which is located North sic at the Community There will be time allotted for the public to ask church will be at the questions and provide feedback. The draft plan will was planning. of Meadows of Dan Building will be excep- top of the hill on the along the Blue Ridge tional this year,” Goad be posted on the Planning District Commission’s *Discussed long- right. Parkway, and Stan- said. “While you are Hazard Mitigation Planning webpage at https:// term goals, including Parking is available burn Winery will be on visiting the Folk Fair, westpiedmontpdc.org/hazard-mitigation- broadband, improved next to the church and site at the fair for take- don’t forget to shop and planning/ prior to the meeting. Contact the infrastructure, and across the street at the home purchases and support local business- West Piedmont Planning District Commission at tourism, and attract- ing local businesses. Community Hall. tastings. es in the area. They (276) 638-3987 or by email at [email protected] Also, look for other Craft and food ven- will be grateful to have with any questions or if you require reasonable dors will be set up you.” accommodations. around town, as will an For information array of local artisans, about the event or with handmade wood how to participate, working items, crochet call Goad at (540) 230- Tired of items, Thirty-One, live 7943. driving to the landfill? We’ll pick it up at your curb! Wilderness - Stuart, Inc. Household pickup once a week - $20 month Buying Logs Dumpsters for residential and business use available. Standing Timber or Timberland Stuart, VA Contact Ronnie Bolt at WE ARE NOW OFFERING (276) 694-4432 ROLL-OFF CONTAINERS. Please call for pricing. 276-251-1303 RURAL SERVICES Residential & Commercial Garbage Collection in P.C. [email protected] [email protected] Page 6 - The Enterprise, Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Fraud P&HCC The Department of Labor Office funds will be used to provide aid and (cont. from page 3) of the Inspector General, Internal (cont. from page 2) cover the cost of tuition and books for Inspector General will continue to Revenue Service – Criminal In- bility. The primary goals of the RVHI at-risk students. The funds help meet work closely with the U.S. Attor- vestigation, Norton Police Depart- program are to reduce the number of the financial needs that threaten to ney’s Office, the Virginia Employ- ment, and Russell County Sheriff’s rural residents without a high school inhibit retention and completion of a ment Commission, and our many Office investigated the case. diploma and to increase the number program. law enforcement partners to safe- Assistant United States Attorney of rural residents with an associate’s “From our experience and our re- guard the integrity of all unem- Daniel J. Murphy prosecuted the degree, diploma, or certificate. search, coaching and wrap-around ployment assistance programs,” case. “Rural Virginia needs a targeted support are truly the two tools that stated Syreeta Scott, Acting Special On May 17, 2021, the Attorney investment to take care of its next make the most impact on student Agent-in-Charge of the Philadel- General established the COVID-19 generation so the entire Common- retention,” says Meghan Eggleston, phia Region, U.S. Department of Fraud Enforcement Task Force to wealth can prosper,” said Stewart P&HCC’s Director of Dual Enroll- Labor Office of Inspector General. marshal the resources of the De- Roberson, VFCCE’s board chair. ment and Off-Campus Administra- “Tackett discovered how costly partment of Justice in partnership At P&HCC the funds will be used tion. “This award enables us to do stealing pandemic unemployment with agencies across government in two ways to serve two different exactly that.” benefits truly is. We will contin- to enhance efforts to combat and populations. First, the college will use By investing in rural education, ue to work with our investigative prevent pandemic-related fraud. the funds to support Career Coaches the VFCCE is working with Virgin- partners to hold accountable those The Task Force bolsters efforts to who work directly with high school ia’s Community Colleges to promote who rob programs aimed at helping investigate and prosecute the most students to encourage high school opportunities to pursue higher ed- individuals struggling through this culpable domestic and internation- completion, transition to college, and ucation and a more equitable Com- global crisis,” said Darrell J. Wal- al criminal actors and assists agen- college completion. The remaining monwealth. don, Acting Special Agent in Charge cies tasked with administering re- of the Washington D.C. Field Office lief programs to prevent fraud by, According to court documents, among other methods, augmenting Art Show Tackett admitted to conspiring with and incorporating existing coor- (cont. from page 2) art show has been held since 2009 others, including his girlfriend, dination mechanisms, identifying in partnership with Bull Mountain LeeLynn Danielle Chykta, to com- resources and techniques to un- Art may be submitted in the fol- Artists. mit fraud against the United States cover fraudulent actors and their lowing categories: oil painting, The Reynolds Homestead, once in connection with a scheme involv- schemes, and sharing and harness- acrylic painting, watercolor paint- known as Rock Spring Plantation, ing the filing of fraudulent claims ing information and insights gained ing, drawing, and 2D mixed and was the home of the Hardin Reyn- for pandemic unemployment bene- from prior enforcement efforts. For 3D media. There is no restriction olds family and numerous enslaved fits. more information on the Depart- on size; however, 2D art must be men, women and children. The Tackett, Chytka, and others, ment’s response to the pandemic, framed and wired for hanging. All property’s rock spring once provid- conspired to collect personal iden- please visit https://www.justice.gov/ 3D artwork must be freestanding or ed the water essential to everyone tification information of more than coronavirus. include its own display apparatus. who lived on or visited the property. 35 co-conspirators, including 15 in- Anyone with information about Quilts should have a sleeve on the The show’s opening reception and mates in the custody of the Virginia allegations of attempted fraud in- back for a hanging dowel to be in- awards ceremony will be held Sept. Department of Corrections, and to volving COVID-19 can report it by serted. 9 at 6 p.m. at the Reynolds Home- file fraudulent claims of pandem- calling the Department of Justice’s Submissions of artwork will be ac- stead. Art will be exhibited through ic-related unemployment benefits. National Center for Disaster Fraud cepted at the Reynolds Homestead Oct. 29. Over the course of nine months, (NCDF) Hotline at 866-720-5721 on Aug. 21 from 1-4 p.m.; Aug. 22 For more information about the Tackett and Chytka filed fraudu- or via the NCDF Web Complaint from 1-4 p.m.; Aug. 23 from 9 a.m.- Rock Spring Art Show and to reg- lent claims for at least 37 individ- Form at: https://www.justice.gov/ 4 p.m., and Aug. 24 from 9 a.m.-4 ister artwork for submission, please uals, with a total actual loss to the disaster-fraud/ncdf-disaster-com- p.m. visit reynoldshomestead.vt.edu. United States of at least $499,000. plaint-form . The name of the show, former- If you are an individual with a ly known as the J.E.B. Stuart Art disability and desire an accommo- Show, was updated this year to dation, contact Lisa Martin at mar- reflect a deeper connection to the [email protected] during regular busi- Shopping Reynolds Homestead and all who ness hours at least 10 business days (cont. from page 2) Consider buying in bulk resided on the property, where the before the event. If classes will be in person, some Shop your home teachers may ask parents to buy You may already have some of the bulk items (paper towels, tissues, items needed for this year hidden Eviction wipes, hand sanitizer) for the entire in your home. So why purchase the September 2022 in rental assistance classroom to use throughout the (cont. from page 3) same thing twice? for very-low-income tenants. year. 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Mark Pendleton Jason Pendleton • Battery Replacement The Enterprise, Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - Page 7 MyPlate launches first Alexa skill The U.S. Department of an early age.” One-fifth of American chil- source, families receive sci- from the five food groups – Agriculture announced the The MyPlate Alexa skill dren currently suffer from ence-based food and nutri- fruits, vegetables, grains, launch of its first ever Alexa is the latest addition to obesity, which research tion advice to set their child proteins, and dairy or soy skill, a digital tool for par- MyPlate’s extensive suite shows is directly linked to up for life-long healthy eat- alternatives. MyPlate.gov ents and caregivers of in- of resources aimed at help- adult obesity and adverse ing habits.” offers a wide variety of re- fants and toddlers between ing Americans achieve a health impacts. With nearly The agency plans to ex- sources to make healthy four and 24 months old. healthy, attainable diet that three in four adults current- pand the MyPlate Alexa eating guidance easily ac- Families who use the My- fits their individual lifestyle ly experiencing some form skill to include additional cessible to all Americans. Plate Alexa skill receive nu- and budget. The new Al- of a diet-related illness, it is life stages, starting with Additionally, USDA’s Start trition information on what exa skill helps parents and crucial that we take steps to children two years and old- Simple with MyPlate and how to feed their child caregivers introduce sim- promote good nutrition. er and eventually covering app helps users set and based on their age. ple, tasty, and nutritious “USDA recognizes that older adults. complete easy-to-obtain Agriculture Secretary foods while helping to es- nutrition is vital to combat- MyPlate – originally goals, based on the MyPlate Tom Vilsack said the “US- tablish healthy eating hab- ing the onset of diet-related launched in 2011 – is the food groups, that encourage DA’s MyPlate Alexa skill its starting at a young age. illness,” said Stacy Dean, consumer-friendly transla- healthy eating habits in a leverages technology to It is accessible to all Alexa USDA’s deputy undersec- tion of the Dietary Guide- fun and motivating way. meet American families device owners and iOS and retary for food, nutrition, lines for Americans and More information can be where they are and foster Android users who down- and consumer services. provides a general guide on found at www.myplate.gov/ healthy eating habits from load the free Alexa app. “Through this new re- what and how much to eat myplateassistant. Social Security Northam (cont. from page 3) will have a choice - to take your (cont. from page 3) ment, ventilation modifications in correctional facilities, quarantine smaller SSDI benefit and allow dress critical staffing shortages at benefit can be claimed, but those spaces, and tents to enable outdoor your survivor benefit to continue to local and regional jails and sheriff’s who are disabled can apply for sur- visitation. grow, or to take your survivor ben- departments. This also includes vivor benefits as early as age 50. The COVID-19 pandemic has efit early and accept the permanent compensation for medical contrac- Whether to apply for your survivor exacerbated the demand for do- 28.5% reduction to that survivor tors, cafeteria and janitorial work- benefit from your ex-husband this mestic violence and sexual assault benefit. You will need to compare ers, and other support staff. The early is a question you should care- programming and support services those two benefit amounts to de- two-year budget that Northam sub- fully consider, because the amount for crime victims in the Common- cide which course to take. For clar- mits in December will include an of your survivor benefit will be re- wealth. Since 2019, the number ity, you can switch to your higher additional $20 million to address duced by 28.5% if you claim it now. of individuals seeking shelter and survivor benefit at any later time, pay scale compression for the Vir- And to be clear, if you have remar- contacts to the Virginia Statewide but you shouldn’t wait beyond your ginia State Police. ried and remain married you are Hotline has risen significantly. The FRA (when the survivor benefit “The last year and a half has been not eligible for a survivor benefit funding proposal includes $12.2 reaches maximum) to claim it. tough on everyone and this invest- from your deceased ex-husband million in new resources for victims (This article is intended for infor- ment in public safety will provide (even though your minor son is). of crime and survivors of sexual mation purposes only and does not much needed relief to local and Your survivor benefit from your assault, domestic violence, elder represent legal or financial guid- state law enforcement agencies and ex-husband will not reach maxi- abuse, and child abuse. An addi- ance. It presents the opinions and help localities to continue support- mum until you have reached your tional $1 million will be dedicated interpretations of the AMAC Foun- ing victims of domestic and gun full retirement age. At your FRA to the Virginia Sexual and Domes- dation’s staff, trained and accred- violence,” said Secretary of Pub- you would be entitled to 100% of tic Violence Victim Fund, which ited by the National Social Securi- lic Safety and Homeland Security the benefit your ex-husband was re- will provide funding for prosecution ty Association. The NSSA and the Brian Moran. “This funding is in ceiving (or entitled to receive) when and victim support. AMAC Foundation and its staff are recognition of the critical jobs they he died but taken at any age earlier The funding proposal designates not affiliated with or endorsed by perform.” than your FRA your survivor ben- $2.5 million for gun violence reduc- the Social Security Administration “Recruitment and pay compres- efit will be permanently reduced. tion initiatives within the Office or any other governmental entity. To sion issues have led to an increasing The reduction is 4.75% for each full of the Attorney General and more submit a question, visit amacfoun- number of vacancies at State Police year earlier than your FRA that than $500,000 for the Department dation.org/programs/social-secu- over the past several years—these the survivor benefit is claimed to a of Forensic Science to increase ca- rity-advisory or email ssadvisor@ issues were only magnified by the maximum reduction of 28.5%. pacity to analyze firearms evidence. amacfoundation.org.) COVID-19 pandemic,” said Wayne So, if your SSDI is awarded you An additional $800,000 for the De- Huggins, Executive Director of the partment of Criminal Justice Ser- Virginia State Police Association vices, which will administer a one- (VSPA). “VSPA is encouraged that time grant to the City of Hampton Charges this issue is being addressed in an to support an employment program continue to work with our federal, ongoing and comprehensive man- (cont. from page 3) for court-involved youth and adults state and local law enforcement ner. We appreciate the Governor’s edged Company L employees pre- facing barriers to employment, ex- partners to keep our communi- support and commitment.” signed blank prescriptions for dis- pand services for those participat- ties safe from illegal prescription This investment also includes tribution to patients without office ing in or at risk of participating in drugs.” $35 million to address COVID-19 visits. Further, at the direction of gun violence, and provide counsel- “Our investigation into Adams’ within facilities operated by the Company L’s owner and others, ing or mental health services for illegal distribution of highly addic- Department of Corrections and De- employees used DEA registration those exposed to violence. These tive pain medication at the height partment of Juvenile Justice. Fund- numbers of medical providers to programs will work in conjunction of an overdose epidemic, emphasiz- ing will allow for rate increases for prescribe Suboxone to patients, with Northam’s proposal to invest es his criminal indifference for hu- medical contractors and staff posi- even when those providers were in ARP funds in community-based man life,” said Jared Forget, Special tions to support COVID-19 man- other cities or states and did not see services and substance abuse treat- Agent in Charge of the DEA’s Wash- agement. It will also provide testing the patients. Adams was aware of ment. ington Field Office. The “guilty plea supplies, personal protective equip- Company L’s practices and their emphasizes our commitment to the illegitimacy yet took part in them tireless work of investigating and anyway. prosecuting those responsible for Plan “Adams chose to use his position fueling opioid addiction and deadly (cont. from page 3) processing of unemployment claims. to assist in the illegal distribution of overdoses in our area – saving lives The special session budget included powerful opioids rather than their in our communities.” from its Unemployment Insur- $210 million to backfill the Unem- use for legitimate medical purposes, Adams pleaded guilty to one count ance Trust Fund, which is financed ployment Insurance Trust Fund and thus causing additional harm to the of conspiring to use, in the course through payroll taxes paid by em- the 2021 budget dedicated an addi- community,” Acting United States of the distribution of controlled ployers. When higher numbers of tional $15 million to increase call Attorney Daniel Bubar said. “We substances, the DEA registration workers are laid off and apply for center staffing levels and support are grateful for the extensive inves- number of another, one count of unemployment insurance, taxes long-overdue IT system upgrades at tigation conducted by federal, state conspiring to distribute Suboxone, on businesses increase based on the Virginia Employment Commis- and local law enforcement located and one count of conspiring to dis- a formula to help replenish the sion. in three states, whose hard work is tribute oxycodone, hydrocodone, trust fund. Because these taxes are Despite being underfunded for holding the defendant accountable morphine, methadone, and fentan- based, in part, on a company’s histo- decades, the Commonwealth’s un- for his crimes.” yl. He is scheduled to be sentenced ry of laying off or reducing staff, the employment insurance system suc- “This individual put the health on October 29, 2021. A federal dis- businesses most impacted by pan- cessfully distributed $12.9 billion of patients and his community in trict court judge will determine any demic-related workforce reductions in benefits to more than 1.3 million jeopardy by participating in the sentence after considering the U.S. face the most significant increases eligible Virginians between the start prescribing of dangerous drugs and Sentencing Guidelines and other in future unemployment insurance of the pandemic in March 2020 and other medical treatments indis- statutory factors. taxes. May 2021. Approximately 85 percent criminately when he was not quali- The Drug Enforcement Adminis- “The Commonwealth’s unemploy- of Virginia applicants receive bene- fied to do so,” said Attorney General tration, including offices in south- ment insurance system has served fits within 21 days of filing an initial Mark Herring. “The opioid crisis west Virginia, North Carolina, and as a critical lifeline to thousands of claim, making Virginia sixth in the continues to devastate communi- South Carolina, Virginia Medicaid out-of-work Virginians over the last nation—and first in the Mid-Atlan- ties and families across Virginia, Fraud Control Unit, and the De- year,” said Secretary of Labor Megan tic region—for delivering unemploy- and we will not tolerate healthcare partment of Health and Human Healy. “This continued investment ment insurance to eligible individu- providers who do not handle or pre- Service are investigating the case, will ensure the long-term viability als. scribe highly addictive drugs appro- with the assistance of the Carroll of the trust fund and allow Virginia In May 2021, Northam issued Ex- priately and safely. I want to thank County (Va.) Sheriff’s Office, Mt. businesses to put their limited re- ecutive Directive Sixteen, which our local, state, and federal part- Pleasant (S.C.) Police Department, sources towards hiring workers rath- directed the Virginia Employment ners for their help on this import- Christiansburg (Va.) Police De- er than paying taxes.” Commission invest $20 million to add ant case as well as my award-win- partment, Mt. Airy (N.C.) Police These investments build on the 300 new adjudication staffers, make ning Medicaid Control Fraud Unit Department, Amherst County (Va.) Northam Administration’s ongoing immediate technology upgrades, and for their continued hard work and Sheriff’s Office, and the U.S. Attor- work to implement long overdue complete a full modernization of the dedication.” ney Offices of the Middle District improvements to Virginia’s unem- Commonwealth’s unemployment in- “Prescription drugs are to be of North Carolina and District of ployment insurance system and surance system by October 1, 2021. prescribed for legitimate medical South Carolina. address rising unemployment tax Northam and General Assembly reasons by appropriately licensed Assistant U.S. Attorneys S. Cagle rates resulting from the pandemic. leaders released a joint statement in medical professionals,” said Special Juhan, Janine Myatt, and Randy Governor Northam signed Executive May outlining shared priorities for Agent in Charge Maureen Dixon of Ramseyer are prosecuting the case, Order Seventy-Four in December allocating the $4.3 billion in feder- the Office of the Inspector General with assistance from Trial Attor- 2020, which held businesses harm- al funds available to the Common- for the Department of Health and ney Andrew Barras, ARPO North, less for lay-offs that occurred during wealth from the American Rescue Human Services. “HHS-OIG will Criminal Division, Fraud Section. the pandemic and protected Virgin- Plan (ARP). Northam and state leg- ia businesses from having to pay an islators previously announced plans additional $200 million to restore the to invest $353 million to boost recov- depleted Unemployment Insurance ery among Virginia’s small business- Trust Fund. es and $700 million to expedite the Visit us Online Northam and the General Assem- deployment of last-mile broadband bly have also worked together to infrastructure to unserved areas www.theenterprise.net support out-of-work Virginians in and close the digital divide within by need of assistance and speed up the 2024. HE NTERPRISE VOICE OF THET PEOPLE SINCEE 1876 - A PART OF PATRICK COUNTY’S HERITAGE Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - Page 8 VIEWPOINTS

Voice of the people Charade Blood Drive set By Morgan Griffith I’ve been reminded recently of my another Republican she had previ- The Patrick County Blood Drive ensure all donors, volunteers, and trip to China back in the late 90s ously appointed as one of her picks. is scheduled on Tuesday, August staff are protected during their with the American Council of Young These two were the only two Repub- 10, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the John visit. Political Leaders to study the Chi- licans, in my opinion, who she could D. Hooker Building, Rotary Field. The American Red Cross recom- nese government. While there, I count on to toe the Pelosi political The American Red Cross encour- mends that all donors: Get a good learned more about the logistics line on this matter. ages donors to make an appoint- night’s sleep; eat a well-balanced, of how their ruling party operates. While things are not as bad here ment for your time to donate via nutritious meal; and drink lots of The Chinese Communist Party as they are in the Chinese National internet at redcross.org or by call- fluids 48 hours before donating. (CCP) secures its rule by controlling People’s Congress, denying the mi- ing 1-800-733-2767. Walk-ins are Looking forward to seeing you at all aspects of the government. nority a true and independent voice welcomed, but please know that Patrick County’s oldest Red Cross The ruling party elders decide in the Select Committee’s work your donation might take longer Blood Drive Tuesday, August 10. who gets a seat on the most pow- looks more like communist China as those with appointments are erful council in their country. And than the United States of America accommodated first. Gene Stirewalt, that election is considered a formal- I was raised in. The American Red Cross follows Stuart ity. The Chinese Communist Party The House of Representatives is current guidelines of the CDC to reserves two-thirds of the seats in not supposed to be one-party rule. China’s legislature, the National Currently, the Democrats have People’s Congress, for the party’s a slim majority margin with 220 First strike capabilities members, but allows only one-third Democrats and 212 Republicans. for individuals that are members of Nancy Pelosi’s personally selected I’m not sure if hypersonic mis- by offering and/or establishing any of China’s eight rubber-stamp committee is a charade. siles or Iran’s drones have a chance increased trade while threaten- “opposition” parties. Inflation Charade of first strike capability. If so, or ing increased sanctions, with the While the minority parties are It is no coincidence that consum- if some countries will think so, spread wide enough so that they permitted to be a part of the Nation- er prices have been on an upward and/or don’t fear a second strike, won’t want to chance our missing al People’s Congress and the legis- trend every month since January. then we need to take preventative any of the sites. lative process, they do not serve as In June, consumer prices increased steps. The same applies to nuclear (For Russia, we might also try real political opposition. The mi- by the largest 1-month price margin weapons (with or without these,) diplomacy like a NATO invitation. nority parties can make restrained in 13 years. and perhaps likewise even poison Alternatively, increased econom- recommendations and proposals, The price of gas has skyrocketed gas. ic ties might forestall destruc- but the ruling party automatically and everyday household goods like If there is a chance of conquest tion. For North Korea, perhaps we outnumbers them under the rules of milk, fruit, and bacon -- all have by China, Iran, or North Korea— might also give them a choice be- the legislature. The mere presence gone up as well. or a chance of destruction by any tween de-nuclearizing the Korean of the smaller parties is condition- The Biden Administration contin- of those countries or by Russia, peninsula or putting enough arms al on their support for the Chinese ually blames the rising prices on the we need a freeze on new missiles in South Korea and nearby to de- Communist Party. economy resuming after COVID. and/or weapons of those sorts; stroy them.) They are only welcome as long However, this is not the only factor. there should be immediate in- Perhaps we can bring about hu- they agree to go along with the cha- Inflation has increased every month spection of any suspicious sites in man rights, such as freedom of rade. since Biden took office. order to verify this. (If they don’t religion; and perhaps we can get The Chinese Communist Party Don’t be fooled – this steep price fear a second strike, or would fur- China to stop supporting North applauds this one-party rule sys- increase is fueled in large measure nish to terrorists, we need to have Korea if nothing else works with tem. This kind of governance is not by bad policies of the Administration them dismantle what they already the latter. for the people. It is not democratic, and this Congress, both of which have—again with immediate in- and it is not unifying. But that’s are controlled by Democrats. While spection.) Alvin Blake, how the Chinese Communist Party additional spending was necessary Perhaps the way to do this is Stuart runs their country. due to COVID, the Democrat’s reck- But America is a democratic re- less increase in government spend- public that strives to achieve a more ing continues to escalate the cost of “Crisis is the rallying cry of the perfect union. As Abraham Lincoln living for hard-working Americans. said of America, “A government of In the following years, it’s likely tyrant,” wrote James Madison, the the people, by the people, for the America will reap the economic re- people...” percussions of the Democrats’ mas- “Father” of our Constitution. In recent weeks, Speaker Nancy sive spending with more inflation Barack Obama’s advisor, Rahm nounced the administration would Pelosi has started a committee to in- and higher taxes. Republicans will Emmanuel, modernized the sen- be sending out “strike teams” vestigate the events that took place continue to fight for lower spending timent: “Never let a crisis go to door-to-door to convince those who on January 6th and to ensure noth- and lower taxes, but it will be diffi- waste.” have not taken the shot to relent. ing like this happens again. Histori- cult to stop the negative impact of The Biden Administration (some The ominous term strike teams cally in the United States Congress, these expenses. commentators have called it a was deliberate, I believe, for it is when a Select Committee like this While Democrats tout their Regime, and I’m beginning to see very intimidating. Ms. Psaki also is created, the majority party picks big-dollar programs, American fam- why) is demonstrating the truth openly admitted the administra- their members, and the minority ilies will pay the price. As my moth- of those statements daily. I’m re- tion was talking with Big Tech party or parties picks theirs. er always told me, “Money doesn’t ferring to the administration’s about combing through Ameri- However, when House Minority grow on trees son.” increasingly forceful insistence cans’ emails and text messages to Leader Kevin McCarthy selected Saying inflation is not caused by that all Americans take the ex- “correct” what the administration the Republican representatives to government policy or is only going perimental Covid vaccines. Don’t considers Covid “misinformation.” serve on the Select Committee, Pe- to be short-lived is just another make us force you, their rhetoric Think about that. Agents acting losi rejected two of the five Repub- Democrat charade. seems to suggest; just volunteer. on behalf of the President of the lican members, Representatives If you have questions, concerns, I won’t get into the myriad med- United States going door-to-door Jim Jordan and Jim Banks. Accord- or comments, call my Abingdon of- ical or religious reasons why a per- to strong-arm (what other term de- ingly, Minority Leader McCarthy fice at (276) 525-1405 or my Chris- son might refuse the Covid “vac- scribes what a “strike team” would appropriately withdrew his entire tiansburg office at (540) 381-5671, cines” here; that is a topic all its do, other than “force” perhaps?) slate. or via email, visit my website at own. This is about liberty, plain unwilling Americans to undergo Subsequently, Pelosi added a www.morgangriffith.house.gov. and simple, about who controls an experimental medical interven- Republican House Member to join the very essence of our being, us, tion. Why not just send a letter in- or politicians and bureaucrats? stead? Then there’s the President THE ENTERPRISE Whether liberty survives for the admitting he wants telecommu- Established in 1876 coming generation hinges on how nications/social media providers P.O. Box 348 - Stuart, Va. we answer that question now. to spy on and censor private com- 24171-0348 Just to be clear, I’m not an “an- munications of American citizens. ti-vaxxer.” Many vaccines have Where in the Constitution is such Phone (276) 694-3101 helped save countless lives. In- an authority delegated? Donald Fax (276) 694-5110 deed, a crude form of vaccination Trump would have been figura- [email protected] against smallpox quite possibly tively, if not literally, crucified by www.theenterprise.net enabled the Continental Army to the media and Congress had he The oldest continuously keep fighting in the darkest days suggested such things, and rightly operated business in Patrick of our War of Independence. But so. Whether someone’s communi- County. Published each no vaccines are without risk. This cations are “misinformation” ac- Wednesday except the last week is particularly true with the Covid cording to the government or Big in December by The Enterprise, agents, which as of the end of June Tech doesn’t matter; it’s none of Inc., and entered as second class were associated with over 400,000 their business. Nor is it their busi- matter at the post office in Stuart, injuries, 34,000 serious injuries, ness to force medical interventions Virginia 24171. Postermaster: and over 7,000 vaccine-related on anyone. send address changes to The deaths. What’s next, jailing folks who Enterprise, P.O. Box 348, Stuart, That death toll vastly exceeds the refuse the shots or who insist on VA 24171-0348. cumulative deaths from all vac- clinging to unapproved or unau- Publisher Michael Showell cines combined since the CDC’s thorized opinions? That question Editor Debbie Hall VAERS database was established. is not hyperbole. Legally mandating someone in- The Department of Homeland Subscription Rates: cur such a risk against their own Security has sponsored training $30 per year in Patrick County; judgment is the very definition of on how to remove and quarantine $40 elsewhere. tyranny, but it would be no less ty- rural populations. Perhaps that Single copies $1.00. rannical to mandate taking a vac- training is innocuous, but innoc- The columnists’ views appearing on this page do not cine even if it was 100% safe and uous tools are often turned into necessarily reflect the editorial effective, although such a vaccine weapons by would-be tyrants un- position of The Enterprise. has never, and likely will never, der the expediency of crisis. Con- exist. Keep in mind that if the vac- sider that notable public figures Weekly SUDOKU cines are as effective as advertised in media and government have Answer (also another topic for another openly advocated sending Trump time), those who take them have supporters to camps and “re-ed- absolutely nothing to fear from ucating” their children. A NY those who don’t. The vaccine push Times editor recently tweeted that is simply about control—total au- Trump supporters are “enemies of thoritarian control. the state.” What happens to those So adamant are the powers who refuse the strike teams’ per- that be in Washington that every suasions? How long until someone American get this experimental in the administration declares vac- treatment that White House Press cine refusers (which data indicate Secretary Jen Psaki recently an- (See Voice p. 10) The Enterprise, Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - Page 9 PC 4-H Marksmen participate in shooting education competition The Patrick County 4-H Marksmen recent- ly traveled to Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center in Appomattox, Virginia to take part in the 2021 Central Dis- trict Shooting Educa- tion Competition. Nine 4-H shooting clubs from around the state attended, with more than 54 kids competing in six differ- ent events. Competing for the Patrick County 4-H Marksmen were Caleb Murphy, Lau- ren Murphy, Reagan Underwood, Bethany Gilbert, Levi Gilbert, Marksmen Club members pictured are Wade Hooker-Club Leader, Riley Pruitt, Maggie Gilbert, Bethany Gilbert, Levi Gilbert, Levi Corriher, Abby Corriher, Lauren Murphy, Caleb Murphy, Ricky Murphy-Club Volunteer. (Not pictured is Reagan Underwood.) Maggie Gilbert, Abby Corriher, 3rd place, Levi Corriher, 9th Sr – 1st place: Lauren Murphy, Levi Corriher, Jake Bryant, place, Riley Pruitt, 10th place Bethany Gilbert, Caleb Mur- and Riley Pruitt. Air Pistol PPP – Team – 3rd phy, Abby Corriher Individual and team results place: Levi Gilbert, Levi Corri- Silhouettes – Team Small- include: her, Riley Pruitt bore Sr – 2nd lace: Caleb Mur- 3P Air Rifle – Individual: 3P Smallbore – Individual phy, Abby Corriher, Lauren Lauren Murphy, 4th place, Iron Sr: Caleb Murphy, 3rd Murphy Abby Corriher, 6th place, Beth- place, Lauren Murphy, 4th Silhouettes – Team Small- any Gilbert, 7th place, Caleb place, Abby Corriher, 5th place bore Jr – 1st place: Levi Gilbert, Murphy, 10th place 3P Smallbore – Individu- Riley Pruitt, Levi Corriher 3P Air Rifle – Team – 2nd al Scope Jr: Levi Gilbert, 1st For more information on the place: Lauren Murphy, Abby place, Riley Pruitt, 2nd place 2021 Central District Shooting Corriher, Bethany Gilbert, Ca- 3P Smallbore – Team Iron Sr Education Competition results, leb Murphy –1st place: Caleb Murphy, Lau- visit http://www.orionresults. Marksmen Club Junior Team members pictured are Riley BB – Overall Individual: ren Murphy, Abby Corriher com/vt and choose Central Dis- Pruitt, Levi Corriher and Levi Gilbert. Bethany Gilbert, 3rd place, 3P Smallbore – Team Scope trict 2021 under the results sec- Levi Corriher, 7th place, Rea- Jr –1st place: Levi Gilbert, Ri- tion. gan Underwood, 11th place, Ri- ley Pruitt The Patrick County 4-H ley Pruitt, 12th place, Maggie Silhouettes – Individual Marksmen use shooting as a Gilbert, 16th place Smallbore Sr: Caleb Murphy, vehicle to teach youth ages 9-19 BB – 10 and under Individ- 3rd place, Abby Corriher, 6th life skills such as responsibili- ual: Reagan Underwood, 4th place, Lauren Murphy, 10th ty, self-discipline, and team- place Maggie Gilbert, 7th place place work through skills learned in BB – 11 and over Individu- Silhouettes – Individual archery, muzzle loading, pistol, al: Bethany Gilbert, 2nd place, Smallbore Jr: Levi Gilbert, 1st rifle, and shotgun. Through Levi Corriher, 6th place, Riley place, Riley Pruitt, 4th place, these disciplines, youth also Pruitt, 8th place Levi Corriher, 10th place learn firearm safety and marks- BB – 10 and under Team – Silhouettes – Individual Air manship. 2nd place: Reagan Underwood, Rifle Sr: Lauren Murphy, 1st The Patrick County 4-H Maggie Gilbert place, Bethany Gilbert, 2nd Marksmen Club practices in BB – 11 and over Team – 1st place, Caleb Murphy, 3rd place, Stuart and new members are place: Bethany Gilbert, Levi Abby Corriher, 4th place welcome starting in October Corriher, Riley Pruitt Silhouettes – Individual Air 2021. For more information, Marksmen Club Senior Team members pictured are Lauren Air Pistol PPP – Individual Pistol Jr: Levi Gilbert, 1st place call the Patrick County Exten- Murphy, Caleb Murphy and Abby Corriher. 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Follow Us @CommissionVa HE NTERPRISE VOICE OF THET PEOPLE SINCEE 1876 - A PART OF PATRICK COUNTY’S HERITAGE Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - Page 10 OBITUARIES Voice Misty Mae Lawson Mrs. Misty Mae Law- of the home; three (cont. from page 8) son, age 47 of Stuart, sons, Josh Crouse of are mainly conservative Republi- Thomas Jefferson wrote that “The passed away Saturday, Hot Springs, Cody cans) domestic terrorists worthy of natural progress of things is for April 4, 2020 at Caril- Crouse of Covington, internment? Our greatest mistake liberty to yield and government to ion Roanoke Memori- Joey Crouse of Hot would be thinking “that could nev- gain ground.” That statement was al Hospital. She was Springs; one daugh- er happen here.” Those words could never truer or worthier of remem- born on February 26, ter, Madison Setliff of end up being America’s epitaph, for brance than today. 1973 in Front Royal to the home; five grand- if government can force us to take David Robinette Jr., the late Beckner John children, Carson, Mai- the Covid vaccine, it can force us to Patrick Springs Chaplin and Patty sy, Caleb, Camden, do anything. Shiflett Lindsey. Misty and Cason Crouse; had worked as a C.N.A and one brother, B.J. at Blue Ridge Nursing Chaplin. Center. She was full of A Celebration of Critical race theory life and enjoyed being around peo- Life Service will be held on Satur- According to CRT everything that that their children, who are taught ple. She loved shopping, cooking, day, August 14, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. makes up American Society is rac- at home to ignore skin color, are traveling, and especially spending DeHart Park in Woolwine. Online ist. This includes Christianity, free being taught in school to obsess time with her grandchildren. condolences may be sent to www. markets, traditional marriage, rule over it. Parents in suburban West- Surviving are husband, C.J. Lawson moodyfuneralservices.com of law, traditional family struc- chester County NY, where CRT tures, and a representative form of and diversity programs are being Junior David Holt government. White people, children introduced, are coming home ask- included, are inherently and irre- ing questions like “why do we hate Mr. Junior David great grandchildren, deemably racist, and benefit from— black children?” Holt, age 89 of Stuart, Cortez Patton Penn, as well as systematically rig—all The racial training is also un- passed away Monday, Emory Blue, Mayana the social institutions, rules, laws, dermining the institution of the July 26, 2021 at his Penn; one sister and a and norms that white people in- family. Grace Church School in home. He was born in brother-in-law, Fran- vented and keep in place for their New York City sent students and Patrick County on Au- ces and Allen Koger of own disproportionate success and teachers guidelines to eliminate the gust 2, 1931 to the late Patrick Springs; and to maintain their own stranglehold words “mom,” “dad,” and “family” to David Crockett Holt numerous nieces and on power. encourage inclusivity. and Cora Lawson Holt. nephews. CRT has different groups for race, CRT also teaches that anyone In addition to his par- Funeral services will for sexuality, for gender, for women, who disagrees with it does so for ents, he was preceded be held Thursday, July for transgender people, and on and racist and white supremacist rea- in death by four sis- 29, 2021 at 2 p.m. at on. Basically, CRT makes up a theo- sons, even if those people are black ters, Essie Wood, Eva Moody Funeral Home ry for everything that makes a per- (which is also totalitarian) Collins, Nellie Holt; Irene Rigney; in Stuart with Elders Gary Lowe son different than a typical straight To have CRT forced on your kids and three brothers, Charles Holt, and Jerry Cox officiating. Buri- white male. The strategy is once will forfeit their dignity and self-re- Paul Holt, and Lester Holt. Junior al will follow in Patrick Memorial they split people into groups, they spect. Write or call the members of was of the primitive Baptist faith Gardens. The family will receive tell them that they are oppressed the Patrick County School Board and never met a stranger. friends one hour prior to the service victims, and then get those groups below and tell them we don’t want Surviving is his beloved wife of at the funeral home. The family to help overthrow our society and this garbage in our schools. 62 years, Mozelle Doss Holt of the would like to thank a very special replace it with their Marxist ideol- home; one daughter, Lynn and fi- angel, Linda Woods and the Moun- ogy. Dan River District ancé, Terry Glenn of Stuart; two tain Valley Hospice Team. Online CRT rejects the civil rights move- Mr. Brandon J.Simmons, Chair- grandchildren, Latisha Blue and condolences may be sent to www. ment. The civil rights movement man wife, Jessica, Anthony Penn; three moodyfuneralservices.com. wanted to make sure there were 1226 Holly Tree Rd equal rights in America for every- Ararat, VA 24053 Joshua Derreck Keith one. That means equal treatment of Home Phone: (276) 251-9970 individuals regardless of race which Cell Phone: (276) 229-7920 Joshua Derreck Keith, shall (Amanda), and does not fit their Marxist agenda. [email protected]. age 35 of Meadows of Amanda Borneman; CRT was created for one reason: va.us Dan, Virginia passed numerous aunts, un- to cause racial hatred among Amer- Smith River District away peacefully at his cles, cousins, and close icans, with the goal of destroying Mr. Walter L. Scott, Vice Chair- home on Monday, July friends. our country so socialism can recre- man 26, 2021. He was born A memorial Cele- ate our nation. All this is based on 140 Valley Lane in Patrick County on bration of Life Service the big lie of “systemic racism.” It Stuart, VA 24171 April 7, 1986. He was was held on Sunday, doesn’t exist. Home Phone: (276) 694-5649 preceded in death his August 1, 2021 at 2:00 Teachers and parents. Please ed- Cell Phone: (276) 229-1144 paternal grandpar- p.m. in Lewis Family ucate yourself about CRT. Many [email protected] ents, Waitman and Cemetery with Pastor schools in our country are teaching Evelyn Keith; mater- Larkin Creech offici- children that our past is terrible Blue Ridge District nal grandparents, Pete ating. Flowers will be and that they have no future. That Mrs. Shannon Harrell and Madeline Marshall (“Pops” and accepted, or memorial donations if they are white, they are racist, 1674 Widow Dr. “Nanny”); one aunt, Joyce “Susie” can be made for the care of the chil- and if they’re black, they’re victims, Meadows of Dan, VA 24120 Borneman; one uncle, Nelson Keith; dren, c/o Penny M. Keith, 536 Lang- and that they should constantly Home Phone: (276) 952-8745 and one cousin, Emily Borneman. horn Mill Road, Meadows of Dan, question their sexual identity. They [email protected] Everyone who knew Josh would tell VA 24120. Moody Funeral Home are teaching kids to hate their coun- you he never met a stranger, was a in Stuart has been entrusted with try and each other. Mayo River District loyal member of the Raider Nation, the arrangements and online condo- So, find out what is being taught Ms. Amy Walker and his world revolved around his lences may be sent by visiting www. in your kids’ school. Take a good, 545 Vias Orchard Road boys. It was a tradition, like clock- moodyfuneralservices.com. hard look at curricula, including Critz, VA 24082 work, every payday to take his boys From a post by his friend Marcus the books they are required to read. Home Phone: (276) 806-2837 for ice cream on Friday. He loved Dalton: One book that is being used in [email protected] his family fiercely, and above all “Sometimes it makes me sad, classroom settings is entitled “Not loved being a Daddy. though…Josh being gone. I have to My Idea: A Book About Whiteness”. Peters Creek District Josh is survived by two pre- remind myself that some birds ar- The book claims having white skin Mr. Ryan S. Lawson cious sons, Jaxon Tatum Keith en’t meant to be caged. Their feath- is a satanic contract that gives its 1359 Animal Clinic Road and Remy Stiles Keith, both of the ers are just too bright. And when signers “stolen land, “stolen rich- Stuart, VA 24171 home; his mother, Penny Marshall they fly away. The part of you that es, and “special favors. Are your Home Phone: (276) 694-2299 Keith (Ricky Conner) of Meadows knows it was a sin to lock them up, teachers pushing a “Diversity, Eq- [email protected] of Dan; his father, Tony Keith of DOES rejoice. But still, the place uity and Inclusion” agenda? If so, Meadows of Dan; one sister, Jes- you live in is that much more drab demand to see what materials the I have a dream that my four little si Thomas (Dustin) of Vesta; one and empty that they’re gone. I guess school is using. children will one day live in a na- niece, “Kinley” Thomas; one neph- I just miss my friend. As CRT is implemented across tion where they will not be judged ew, Deacon Thomas; close cousins, Rest easy, my dude. You are America, classical textbooks in En- by the color of their skin, but by the Brigitte Creech (Larkin), Lee Mar- missed and loved glish, American history, and tradi- content of their character. tional mathematics are being tossed Martin Luther King, Jr. aside and replaced with propagan- Pray for our country da written by progressive activists. Deadline for Obituary Increasing numbers of parents William Salser, in schools are becoming concerned Stuart submissions Monday at Noon

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Serving Patrick County and maxkendalllumber.com surrounding areas. 8261 Mountain Valley Rd HE NTERPRISE PORTS VOICE OF THET PEOPLE SINCEE 1876 - A PART OF PATRICK COUNTY’S HERITAGE S Wednesday, August 4, 2021 - Page 13 Camp attracts more than 30 Varsity team members recognized Members of the PCHS Varsity Softball Team were recently recognized for their ef- forts during the season. Danielle King and Gracelyn Hubbard were named 1st team All Region in soft- ball. Abigail Epperson was named 2nd team Thirty-two girls, in grades kindergarten through 7, attended a Volleyball Camp that was held July 12-14. The girls learned All Region. basic skills and honed their strategies. New ownership movement in NASCAR embraces the sport’s future By Holly Cain car for 2022 presents a kind of fresh For Hamlin, the formation of his ownership mix just two weeks ago. NASCAR Wire Service start or even re-set, for everyone team this season came a little sooner As with Gordon, team ownership Perhaps it is only fitting. The Next on the grid. The timing just makes on the grand calendar than he antic- has always been important for the Gen car rolls into NASCAR Cup sense. ipated. 2012 champ Keselowski. He owned a Series competition in 2022 with an “I think it’s really healthy and I “But the stars just aligned perfect- successful NASCAR Camping World expanding group of Next Gen team think NASCAR is embracing it,” ly with myself and Toyota,” Hamlin Truck Series team from 2008-17 that owners; from a successful 40-year Kaulig said of the new, younger own- said. earned 11 wins and twice finished old entrepreneur to former drivers ership groups. With Toyota essentially ‘losing’ a runner-up in the championship with and current competitors to an NBA “There’s definitely a transition go- team with Leavine Family Racing Ryan Blaney (2011) and Tyler Red- legend and a Grammy winner - all ing on and I’m super excited about closing shop at the end of 2019, Jor- dick (2015). creating a new-look ownership land- it. I want to be one of the guys that’s dan being open to NASCAR owner- Having spent the last 12 years scape in the sport’s premier series. looked at as kind of taking over care ship and Hamlin always seeing it driving for Team Penske - and earn- Yes, the NASCAR “titans” remain for the sport. I know Justin [Marks] as a goal down the road for himself, ing 34 wins - Keselowski will move to still very much in play – from NA- has been pretty vocal about their things just moved more quickly. Roush Fenway Racing at the end of SCAR Hall of Fame owners such as goals to do that too. “It happened certainly at least two this season, assuming an ownership Rick Hendrick to Richard Childress “These longtime owners, like Rich- or three years quicker than I thought role in that famed NASCAR opera- to Jack Roush and Roger Penske and ard Childress, Jack Roush, they’ve it would, but I also thought this was tion. Joe Gibbs. But a group of next gener- been great and I aspire to be like really the right time,” said Hamlin, Roush Fenway Racing President ation ownership including business- them.” whose 23XI Racing Toyota is part of Steve Newmark said several exten- man Matt Kaulig, former competitor To that point, one of the most a Joe Gibbs Racing team alliance. sive conversations took place be- Justin Marks and current racers successful all-around racing organi- Hamlin is hopeful to add a second tween himself and Keselowski about Denny Hamlin and Brad Keselowski zations, Chip Ganassi Racing, has car soon to the 23XI team. Sponsor- the next era of NASCAR competition, will field cars on the grid next season sold its entire NASCAR operation to ship and driver choice are essential long before the idea of Keselowski be- too. Marks, who along with internation- to the expansion. And as with Marks, coming part of the team’s ownership Add to that NBA legend Michael al music superstar Pitbull, debuted he sees the 2022 debut of the Next group. Jordan and Grammy winner Pitbull, their new team, Trackhouse Rac- Gen car presenting the perfect tim- “It was a lot of focus on where we who are lending a decidedly marquee ing this year. Currently Trackhouse ing for all the new teams. were headed with Next Gen and I feel to the grid as well as part of the fields the No. 99 Chevrolet for Daniel “You won’t be starting from behind was able to tell him unequivocally new NASCAR ownership groups. Suarez. Next year, thanks to the Ga- where if you come in two to three that from the Fenway and Roush It’s one of the largest “new class” of nassi purchase, there will be two cars years from now, people have already perspective, we think the Next Gen NASCAR Cup Series ownership and on track for the team, although the started to refine stuff,” Hamlin said. is a pivotal point for the sport and a sure sign that the sport will retain second driver has yet to be named. “You’re not starting at a deficit now, is one that our owners and are com- its competitive foundation for the With essentially a jump on the piv- everyone is kind of starting at the mitted to investing and continuing to foreseeable future. It is Opportunity otal 2022 season, Marks, 40, a former same time, with the same playing build upon,” Newmark said. with a capital O but also a well-re- NASCAR Xfinity Series race winner field. Everyone is starting fresh. The “And I think more importantly garded safety net for the sport’s nat- who has had a successful and versa- drivers and teams, we’re all going to stepping back, we talked about how ural transitions in team ownership. tile driving career himself, is opti- be learning together. I think that’s our ownership group really believes “The sport has a lot of momentum,” mistic about having a year under the the reason now is kind of a critical that NASCAR is going in the right said Hendrick, who in June named team’s belt. He’s especially enthusi- time.” direction and really bullish on the fu- four-time NASCAR Cup Series astic about what acquiring Ganassi’s Hamlin carries no illusions to ture and a lot of that stems from the champion, Hall of Famer Jeff Gor- assets and some of the team’s man- how difficult it has been competing leadership provided by Jim France, don, 49, as Hendrick Motorsports’ power could mean going forward. against the longtime legends of the Steve Phelps and Steve O’Donnell Vice Chairman; essentially his heir Marks also sees the present rise sport in Penske, Hendrick, Chil- and a lot of the initiatives around the apparent. in new ownership as a sort of com- dress, Roush and Gibbs. Unlike those Next Gen, social initiatives, e-sports “We have a whole crop of young petitive evolution. Seeing so many long-tenured, championship owners, and so we talked a lot about the fu- drivers who are winning races and younger team owners is a natural Hamlin doesn’t bring a fortune with ture and why we were coming up developing into stars. We have a and positive sign of progression. And him from success in ventures outside with five and 10-year plans. huge fan base and they’re coming it bodes well not just for a couple up- of racing. He – and many of his fellow “But we also explained that there back in a major way after the pan- coming seasons but, potentially for new, next generation owners – must was kind of a hole in our strategy go- demic. When you see 100,000 people decades to come. rely on sponsorship dollars and the ing forward in that one of the things at Road America, that’s very exciting. “I think where my mind goes is business-sense of racing. that we were looking for at Roush “NASCAR has done an excellent proof of concept for NASCAR’s vi- A renewed emphasis on keeping Fenway is a more solid succession job with the schedule and intro- sion for the future,” Marks said. “It’s costs down is part of the philosophy plan. ducing new venues. The business proof of concept for the new car. This behind the Next Gen car and a real Keselowski said he entered into model is also changing and making is exactly what they were trying to do attraction for potential owners. discussions with the team and set things more attractive for potential with the new car. The business model “It’s very difficult for the new own- certain “deal-breakers” - from his new owners. It’s a great time for the of the sport made the barrier of entry ers coming in because ultimately insistence on securing a long-term sport.” for new ownership higher and higher when you look at us, we don’t have driving contract to having a leader- Team owner Matt Kaulig certain- and higher every single year and it billion-dollar businesses that we can ship role, to having an ownership ly agrees. A former college football was going to take something like this leverage our partners in,” Hamlin ex- stake. All those critical conditions player, whose father was an exec- to ignite a movement like this. plained. “So what is the landscape for were not only met by the Roush Fen- utive at Raybestos Brakes, Kaulig “I think we’re proving that there’s the next owners that come in?” way group, but embraced. grew up around motorsports. In five- a lot of desire to get into this sport, Like Marks and Hamlin, Gordon’s The timing, with the introduction years fielding a team fulltime in the just the mechanism to do that had transition from NASCAR’s FOX tele- of the Next Gen car, made the oppor- NASCAR Xfinity Series, his Kaulig just been too high of a mountain for a vision booth has been well received tunity feel so right that Keselowski Racing organization has scored 10 lot of people to climb. But I think the and a positive sign about the health called it a “no-brainer”. wins and amassed an impressive 142 promise of the new car and the model of the sport in general. “The Next Gen car coming into the top-10 finishes in 283 total starts. of the new car is that opportunity for Gordon was a part-owner on sev- sport should be a significant reset Kaulig has also made a few – high- a lot of owners. en-time NASCAR Cup Series cham- with the technology, a significant re- ly competitive forays – into the NA- “Denny [Hamlin] and I talk about pion Jimmie Johnson’s Hendrick set for the way the processes flow and SCAR Cup Series as well. In April he this and it’s a common theme among Motorsports car. And he has long some of those things that we would announced his team will field a car a number of the new owners that this been heavily involved with major de- need to overcome,” Keselowski said. for his current 22-year old Xfinity Se- is the opportunity to come in when cisions at the team. Beginning Jan. “So I think that kind of taking that ries driver Justin Haley fulltime in the sport is in a big period of tran- 1, however, he will sit alongside Hen- down the course of NASCAR lead- the NASCAR Cup Series. sition and I think the days ahead of drick on the NASCAR team owner ership and some of the things they With a solid track record, his back- the sport and for the new ownership council and oversee the day-to-day have going on, I have a lot of confi- ground as a successful businessman and these new teams are really, real- overall operation of the organization dence in where the sport is heading. and his genuine aspirations of ex- ly bright and I’m very fortunate to be – whose four driver’s average age, by “I think we’re on a big upswing and panding his place in the sport, Kaulig a part of it.” the way, is only 26. I kind of feel like I’m buying into a said he had originally hoped to make Hamlin, who partnered with the “I cannot put into words what stock as its about to go up with look- the jump into the NASCAR Cup Se- NBA great Jordan to form 23XI Rac- Hendrick Motorsports means to ing at the landscape.” ries ranks fulltime for the 2021 sea- ing - a nod to Jordan’s famed No. 23 me,” Gordon said upon the June It’s a theme, for sure, and one that son. But, COVID-19 and the exten- jersey and Hamlin’s famed Joe Gibbs announcement of his expanded role is significantly defining the NASCAR uating circumstances the pandemic Racing No 11 Toyota - also sees a with the company. model going forward. created pushed his plans back a year. true transition of sorts in NASCAR. “In many ways, it’s my home and “I’m a big believer in the law of Still, it is the ultimate outcome A three-time Daytona 500 winner the people here are my family. I’ve attraction,” Pitbull said when an- for someone who initially became and consummate NASCAR Cup Se- never lost my passion for the organi- nouncing his ownership at the start involved in the sport as a sponsor, ries championship contender, the zation, for our sport and for the sheer of the season. putting his LeafFilter Gutter Protec- 40-year old Hamlin has managed to challenge of racing and winning at “I want to be involved. There’s no tion company on the hood of cars and both compete in the sport’s highest the highest level. better time to be involved in NA- eventually becoming so involved, he level – he currently leads the cham- “Being part of the competition is SCAR, with Trackhouse, Daniel (Su- bought his own team. pionship standings – and operate his where I’m happiest and feel I can arez), Justin (Marks) and (team exec- He too welcomes the increased lev- own team employing driver Bubba make the biggest contribution to the utive) Ty (Norris) than now. el of competition all around and is Wallace. continued, long-term success of the “It is all about creating awareness. adamant that the ever-burgeoning The latter is something the sport team.” In the same way that music is a uni- group of new teams coming into the hasn’t really seen since the late Dale It’s a similarly optimistic view for versal language, I also see NASCAR sport right now are a valuable and Earnhardt drove for Richard Chil- yet another former NASCAR Cup as a universal language. Everybody visible asset. dress Racing, but also fielded cars Series champion, Brad Keselowski, loves a fast car and a great story, you Certainly rolling out the Next Gen under Dale Earnhardt Inc. (DEI). who formally added his name to the know.” Page 14 - The Enterprise, Wednesday, August 4, 2021

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Sunday-Wednesday, Aug.1-Aug. 4 instruments if they play music, genealogical re- ability and produce, visit Facebook.com/Stuart- The Middle Cross Missionary Baptist Church search, and family photo albums. FarmersMarket. will hold Vacation Bible School from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for children ages 5 to 15. Monday, Aug. 9 The Coffee Break Café will have live music every The Patrick County Board of Supervisors will Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. You can bring an Thursday, Aug. 5 meet at 6 p.m. in the 3rd floor board room of the instrument and join in, or just come and listen. The Russell Creek Community Crime Watch Patrick County Administration Building. Meeting will be at 7 p.m. at the New Hope Fairy Stone State Park will hold a Monday United Methodist Church in Stuart. The guest Tuesday, Aug. 10 Market every Monday through Sept. 6 at Picnic speaker will be Sheriff Dan Smith speaking on The Patrick County Planning Commission will Shelters 3 & 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Vendors will the Sheriff’s Office Operations and changes in meet at 6 p.m. in the 2nd floor conference room accept cash only. the past year. of the Patrick County Veteran’s Memorial Build- ing. Bookmobile Schedule Friday, Aug. 6 The Patrick County Branch’s Library Bookmobile The Vesta Community Center will hold a Quar- Thursday, Aug. 12 offers trunk-side service only until further notice ter Auction with doors opening at 5 p.m. and The Buffalo Ridge Community Crime Watch at the locations, dates, and times listed below: games starting at 6 p.m. $5 includes 2 paddles meeting will be at 7 p.m. at the Sycamore Bap- Monday, Aug. 16: and 1 door prize ticket. Bring travel size toilet- tist Church. The guest speaker will be Sheriff • BB&T Bank of Meadows of Dan, noon to 1 ries to donate and get an extra door prize tick- Dan Smith. p.m. et. The event will benefit the Roanoke Ronald • Meadows of Dan Community Center, 1 p.m. McDonald House Charities. Contact Katlyn to 3 p.m. Boyd at 952-8152 or Connie N. Nester at 952- Sunday, Aug. 15 Tuesday, Aug. 17: 8885 for more information. Ice Cream Social & cruise-in, from 2 to 4 p.m. • Appletree Development Center, noon to at the Smith River Rescue Squad Building in 12:30 p.m. The First Friday Summer Jam will take place Woolwine, sponsored by the Virginia Covered • Rose Window 40 Charity, 12:30 p.m. to 1:15 at Stuart Farmers’ Market and will feature Bridge Festival Committee. p.m. music by Slick Jr. and The Reactors. Gates • Charity- Charity Primitive Baptist Church, open at 6 p.m., and admission is $5 per person Wednesday, Aug. 18 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. with children 12 and under entering for free. Stuart Town Council will meet at 7 p.m. at the • Robert’s Market/57, 2:35 p.m. to 2:50 p.m. Concessions are available for sale. Masks re- Town of Stuart office. Wednesday, Aug. 4: quired for the unvaccinated. • Ararat Fellowship Church, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20 • Trinity Christian School, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Woolwine United Methodist mobile food The Woolwine United Methodist mobile food Thursday, Aug. 5: pantry will be at FairyStone Fire Department pantry will be at Howell’s furniture Store from • Wildwood Acres (off Virginia 694), 11 a.m. from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. to 11:30 a.m. • Circle K, 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7 Wednesday, Aug. 28 • Hardin Reynolds Road (Ramey’s), 12:35 p.m. Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection will W.E.A.R. Book Club Meeting will hold a meet- to 12:50 p.m. hold a Blue Ridge Wilderness & Survival Hike ing at the Spencer Penn Centre from 3:30 p.m. • Patrick Henry Volunteer Fire Station, 1 Experience from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to discuss “The Shell Collector” by p.m. to 2 p.m. Nancy Naigle. A Social Meet and Greet with • Salem United Methodist Church, 2:15 p.m. Meadows of Dan Women’s Club will hold a bin- Naigle will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. A to 3:15 p.m. go night at the Meadows of Dan Community Facebook LIVE Book Club Meeting will be held For questions or comments, call Tammy at (276) Center. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and games from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 694-3352 Ext. 1 or Ext. 2, or via email at tcope@ will start at 6 p.m. Food is available for pur- brrl.lib.va.us. chase. For more information, call 276-952- Friday-Saturday, Sept. 3-Sept. 4 2674. Dominion Valley Park will hold a Labor Day Weekend event, with music performances start- The Rise & Shine Youth Market will be held ing at 5:30 p.m. each day. The cost of admission from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Stuart Farmers’ NOTICE is $25 for each day, or $40 for a two-day pass. Market. Rise & Shine Market is Patrick Coun- All announcements to be included Those eight and under can enter for free. Camp- ty’s youth-led markers and growers’ market ing is available for $20 per night and sites have in the Community Calendar must be for youth entrepreneurs ages 8 to 18. electricity and water. For more information, vis- received by 5 p.m. on Friday the it dominionvalleyllc.com Sunday, Aug. 8 week before publish date. Items The Boyd family Reunion will be held at the Ves- Ongoing are published as space permits. ta Community Building form 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Stuart Farmers’ Market is open every Fri- People are encouraged to bring covered dishes, Email to: [email protected] day from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. For up-to-date avail- Funding aims to strengthen behavioral health system Federal and state funding total- ty,” said Northam. “The pandemic effect on both the mental and phys- year budget Northam will submit in ing $485 will be committed to ad- has led to increases in depression, ical health of Virginians,” said Sec- December for salary adjustments. dress pressing challenges in Virgin- anxiety, substance use disorders, retary of Health and Human Re- The funding proposal also in- ia’s behavioral health system. The and other mental health issues in sources Daniel Carey, MD, MHCM. cludes $150 million to increase plan includes targeted investments Virginia and across the country, “These investments will mean Vir- access to community-based crisis to alleviate pressure on state men- which has added to the strain on ginians will receive the care they services and child and family sup- tal health hospitals, strengthen our behavioral health system and need in the communities where port services, and provide dispatch- community-based services, and in- the valued people who work within they live.” er training for the Marcus Alert crease support for substance abuse it. This funding package is a down The $485 million investment in- program, a new statewide mental treatment and prevention pro- payment that will significantly in- cludes state funding as well as fed- health alert system designed to grams, according to a release from crease support for our state hospi- eral dollars from the ARP and the ensure behavioral health experts Gov. Ralph Northam. tals, community-based providers, Coronavirus Response and Relief are involved in responding to indi- He recently made the announce- and substance abuse prevention Supplemental Appropriations Act viduals in crisis. An additional $5 ment at the Arlington County Com- and treatment programs so they and is broadly focused on three ar- million dollars will be dedicated to munity Services Board as part of can best help those who rely on eas—state mental hospitals, com- providing permanent supportive “Investment Week,” during which their services.” munity-based services, and opioid housing in Northern Virginia to as- the Governor and legislative lead- The plan solidifies the Common- and substance abuse treatment. sist with bed shortages. ers are highlighting proposals for wealth’s ongoing commitment to in- Virginia’s mental health hospi- The plan also allocates $103 mil- allocating the $4.3 billion in Amer- creasing access to community-based tals have faced high census levels lion for opioid and substance abuse ican Rescue Plan (ARP) funding services and ensuring the safety of for a number of years and the pan- treatment services. In 2020, Vir- available to the Commonwealth in staff and patients in Virginia’s 12 demic has made the situation more ginia saw nearly 2,300 overdose advance of the August 2nd special state hospitals and centers. Addi- challenging. The funding package deaths, a 41 percent increase from session. tional capital investments will sup- has nearly $200 million for staffing the previous year, and the 2021 “Every Virginian should have port improvements to state facility at state behavioral health facilities number is projected to be even access to the behavioral health infrastructure, including water and intellectual disability training higher. This funding will support care and treatment they need, treatment, ventilation, and sewer centers. This includes $45 million community-based prevention, peer either in their home communi- systems. to continue staff bonuses and an counseling, and harm reduction ties or in a state-operated facili- “COVID-19 has had a devastating additional $154 million in the two- services.

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Northam’s proposal Ralph Northam last would be distributed week announced that to public institutions he planned to propose through the State an additional $111 Council of Higher Ed- million in need-based ucation for Virginia financial aid for Vir- and the remaining $11 ginia students when million to private in- the General Assembly stitutions through the convenes in a special Virginia Tuition As- session on Aug. 2. sistance Grant. This Flanked by Chris money would be in ad- Hurst, a state dele- dition to the $833 mil- gate, and state Sen. lion that Virginia col- John Edwards, both of leges and universities whom represent dis- already have received tricts that include Vir- in federal funds from ginia Tech, Northam the American Rescue said he is proposing Plan’s Higher Educa- lenges over the past that the money come tion Emergency Relief 16 months, and it was from the $4.3 billion Fund III. an especially difficult in federal aid that Vir- Provided the Gener- time for our students,” ginia received this past al Assembly approves Virginia Tech Presi- spring from the Amer- Northam’s request, dent Tim Sands said. ican Rescue Plan Act the additional fund- “For many who were (ARPA) that passed ing would be welcome already facing finan- in March. Northam at Virginia’s public cial strain, the impact called a special ses- institutions, many of of COVID threatened sion of the General As- which have struggled to push their higher sembly to allocate the financially through the education dream out funding from ARPA. COVID-19 pandemic of reach. We are grate- “Our administra- and lacked the finan- ful to the governor and tion, with legislators cial resources to offer general assembly for like Sen. Edwards and additional financial these additional funds Del. Hurst, have made aid. Approximately to support financial it a priority to invest 40 percent of Virginia aid at this critical time in our education sys- Tech’s students receive and for their contin- tem, and in making it need-based financial ued investment in the more accessible to ev- aid. future of our students ery Virginian no mat- The additional fund- and the common- wealth.” ter who they are or ing also would help state’s strong work- to provide graduates in that draws these busi- Northam’s an- where they’re from in the university toward force and solid educa- computer science and nesses to want to be nouncement came two the commonwealth,” its goal of having at tion system as primary related fields helped to here,” Northam said. weeks after CNBC rat- Northam said. “When least 40 percent of its reasons why. sway Amazon — one “We need to continue to ed Virginia as the No. you are able to get a student body consist of Virginia Tech con- of the world’s biggest do everything, and our 1 state for business for good education, you’re minorities, first-gener- tinues to play a prom- companies — to build administration is com- the second consecutive able to build the life ation college students, inent role in securing its corporate head- mitted to it. 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