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flies,” Dawson remarked. public hearing for the fis

those butterflies and those Former CCPS Superintendentthoughts fly on out of the Named

first race.”

the speedway office during officials. Virginia Superintendentoffice hours and sched of the Year LCPS Superintendent Named Regional Superintendent of the Year head out in different direc

al players were off to strong lenges. And finally, you starts offensively. To high have shown that sacrifice By April Hall and Brian Nowlin, intendent for Hopewell City school being accredited to all a different and difficult sit Staff WritersExaminer was “suffocation Public Schools and served as Hopewell schools accredit- you don’t need a license to fish, so it’s the perfect time to get the family out for a day of fishing. If anyone needs info on fishing basics they can visit SOUTHSIDE - Former CCPSschool yearsuperintendent officially com from ed as ofhttps://www.dgif.virginia.gov/fishing/free-fishing-days/ the beginning of the

burg who recently had some fun fishing times! that affects the meals that Charlotte County Public 2003-2013. sophomore outfielder Jordan Bradford Webb 2019-2020 school year. suffocating him. made it to the final stretch, fifth in ERA (1.73). Ferrum’s STATEWIDE - Virginia High School League officials are School (CCPS) Superintendent Hackney has served In a offeringrelease free offici from the Vir- was first in wins (4), sec ond in IP (31.0), and fifth in an effort to find al players were off to strong Dr. Melody Hackney has been Hopewell City Public Schools ginia Associationin officiating at the of School

named Virginia Superinten- for five years and in that Superintendents,Ryan Duphorn was first in it was offering FREE offi ciating courses until July 1 for all officials or those inter dent of the Year. Hackney is time has seen the school di- ested in officiating.” cessed at https://nfhslearn.com/home/officials. Dr. Melody Hackney sons that will benefit you in Charles Berkley Jr. currently servingbeing able to enjoyas the fi super- vision go from only one city See Superintendent on page A3 VSP Seeks Tips on Halifax Shooting Fatal Cumberland Fire

HALIFAX - Virginia State 1999 BMW crashed against vealed the suspect vehicle, Police Trooper D.N. Clark is an embankment off the right described as a gray four- Under Investigation investigating a shooting that side of the road. door sedan, had pulled up occurred in Halifax County The vehicle had been shot alongside the BMW when CUMBERLAND - The Virginia State Police Bureau of early Monday morning. several times and the driver, the shooting took place. Criminal Investigation’s Appomattox Field Office is inves- Trooper Clark was dis- a 20-year-old South Boston Anyone with information tigating a fatal fire in Cumberland County. The fire was patched along with the Hal- man, was located inside the concerning this incident or reported at 11:43 p.m. on May 22, 2020 at a residence in ifax County Sheriff’s Office vehicle suffering from a gun- the suspect vehicle/shoot- the 100 block of Cooks Road. When fire crews arrived on and South Boston Police af- shot wound. The driver was er is encouraged to contact scene, the residence was engulfed in flames. ter a report of a vehicle being transported to Halifax Sen- the Virginia State Police at The resident of the house, Johnson H. Wiley, 99, was shot at by another vehicle on tara Hospital for treatment of 434-352-7128 or by email located inside the residence deceased. His remains were Sinai Road at approximately the non-life threatening in- at [email protected]. transported to the Office of the Medical Examiner in Rich- 2 a.m. Memorial Day. When jury. He has since been treat- gov. mond for examination and autopsy. they arrived on scene, law ed and released. The investigation re- The cause of the fire is undetermined, but there is no enforcement located a black Further investigation re- mains ongoing. evidence to indicate the fire was suspicious in nature. 2020 Livestock Show Goes Virtual - Charlotte County Youth Show Winners Named

BLACKSTONE - The 2020 ticipate in the show. There them – and then answered Piedmont Area Junior Live- were 51 animals (beef, sheep, four questions about their stock Show was scheduled swine, and goats) that par- experience. They told the for April 25 at the Livestock ticipated in the virtual show. judges the weight of their Market in Blackstone, Va. For showmanship the youth animal, the amount of feed COVID-19 changed the plans showed their animals – set- of holding a livestock show ting them up and walking See Livestock on page A7 in person at the market to holding a virtual livestock show. The youth who were registered for the original in person show were invited to submit a showmanship video, an animal movement video and four photos of their an- imal for judging. The judges from the live show – Chris Mackey and Jordan Daigle, both from Tennessee – were contacted and agreed to judge our virtual show. Many of the youth chose to participate in the virtual show. Extension agents from the participating counties offered youth aid as needed to get their videos and photos uploaded to the Goo- gle forms platform to par- Mason Hamlett and Rose – his first in class early Jr. yearling heifer. Hannah Geesaman and her Champion Dairy Feeder Steer.

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Obituaries Dorothy H. Osborne Saxe, Virginia

Dorothy Hailey Osborne, 86, of Saxe went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 25, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Osborne; daughter, Deb- bie Jones; sister, Minia Enger; and brother, Pernell Hailey. She is survived by her daughter, Kim Pillow (Rodney); son-in-law, Jimmy Jones; sisters, Lilian Styers and Gladys Banton; grandchildren, David Jones, Dustin Pil- low (Kendall), and Corbin Pillow (Belen); great-grand- children, Grady and Dawson Pillow; as well as many other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. The family would like to express gratitude to the staff and doctors at Centra Southside Community Hospi- tal for their devotion and kindness. Dorothy was a very caring person. She enjoyed spending time with her family and making the most of each and every day. Graveside service was held Friday May 29 at 2:00 p.m. at Southall Memorial Cemetery in Saxe, Va. Due to Covid-19 all safety protocols will be followed, including social dis- tancing. The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, Va., is serving the family.

John P. Risden, Jr. RAILROAD CROSSING REPLACED: Workers from Buckingham Branch Railroad spent two days last Phenix, Virginia week replacing the rail crossing near the intersection of Highway 40 and Highway 15 Business in Keys- ville. Residents were delighted to have the rough crossing replaced. In spite of the small inconvenience John Paul Risden, Jr., age 65, of Phenix, Virginia passed of having the road closed for two days numerous Keysville residents stopped to thank the workers for away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 in a single car crash on Red their efforts. House Road a few miles from his home. He was born in Il- linois and grew up in New Jersey. He was preceded in death by his father, John Paul Risden, Sr., his grandparents, and his youngest sister Audrey. John is survived by his mother Joyce of Illinois, his brothers Jim(Linda) of New Jersey, Ken(Kathy) of Colorado, sisters Diane of New Jersey and Dottie(Dave) of Colorado, three daughters, Amy, Marisa, and Sierra as well as many family members and friends. John always had a smile and would go out of his way to help a friend. His friends said, “He was a great guy” and “He was like family.” John will be deeply missed. The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, Va. is in charge of the arrangements.

Happy 48th Birthday

Roderick “Rod” D. Bass Buckingham Branch Railroad Workers Give Back June 8, 1972 - November 23, 2013 KEYSVILLE - Three em- bilization several years ago. Friends had replaced the ployees of BBRR assisted in The Depot was trans- foundation, leveled the floor cleaning up the property ad- ferred to the Town of Keys- in the freight room, straight- “From all of us to you” ened the walls and replaced jacent to the historic Keysville ville earlier this year from The the temporary roof. Missing you, Depot. Morty Masey, Johnny Friends of the Fort Mitchell At this time Keysville has The Family Hull and Adam Southall load- and Keysville Depots. not revealed any plans for the ed cribbing left from the sta- Prior to the transfer the Depot.

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Superintendent shared. As a result, teachers emotional support for their As the familiar saying goes, it a financial process that pro- strengthened their commit- students, staff and parents.” takes a village to raise a child, vides consistency and trans- Continued from Front ment to education, students’ As Virginia’s Superinten- and the individuals who work parency to all stakeholders, attitudes toward school be- dent of the Year, Dr. Hackney within our school system play and putting steps in place to stated, “As the chief edu- came more positive, and all of will be eligible for the Nation- an integral part in nurturing promote a positive division cation leader of her small Hopewell’s schools have be- al Superintendent of the Year today’s students to be tomor- and school culture that en- impoverished school di- come accredited. Award, which will be pre- row’s leaders.” sures a safe and secure learn- vision, Dr. Hackney faced More than 150 educators sented next February in New Berkley has been Su- ing environment. many challenges from the and state officials virtual- Orleans, LA by the American perintendent of Lunenburg Other programs and pro- start of her five-year service ly attended the Ceremony to Association of School Admin- County Public Schools since cedures put in place in Lunen- as Hopewell’s superinten- Celebrate Virginia’s Superin- istrators.” September 1, 2014, and has burg County Public Schools dent. The school division’s tendents. The state officials Also honored as Region held a number of positions in during Berkley’s tenure in- culture of having low expec- who participated included VIII Superintendent of the the school division, includ- clude the following: transi- tations for its students, stu- Secretary of Education Atif Year was Charles M. Berkley, ing serving as an agriculture tioning to new online testing dents’ negative attitudes to- Qarni, Board of Education Jr., Division Superintendent, teacher, as secondary Assis- platforms for assessments, ward school, and a poor track President Daniel Gecker, and Lunenburg County. The Vir- tant Principal, and as Director such as Performance Matters; record of only one accredited State Superintendent of Pub- ginia Association of School of Operations/Maintenance/ deploying Managed Securi- school and stagnant SOL test lic Instruction James Lane. Superintendents (VASS) held Transportation. ty Services, which provides scores were just a few of the Although he was unable to a virtual Superintendent of During his tenure as Su- 24/7 security network moni- problems she faced.” attend, Governor Northam the Year Ceremony for the perintendent, the division has toring; and spearheading the In order to turn recorded a message that rec- honorees. Berkley stated, “It seen an increase in the on- creation and development of Hopewell’s situation around, ognized all of Virginia’s su- is very humbling to be rec- time graduation rate and a a new school website, Face- Dr. Hackney focused her stu- perintendents for the great ognized by your peers for decrease in the dropout rate. book account, and automated dents and staff members on job they have done leading doing work that you are pas- In addition, school atten- messaging system. three things: what was be- the changes necessary to sionate about. While I’m the dance rates improved which Berkley was born and ing taught and how; keeping continue their students’ ed- one being recognized, I share allowed Lunenburg County raised in Lunenburg Coun- what was working and elim- ucation during the COVID-19 this award with every mem- Public Schools to meet the ty and is a 1975 graduate of inating what was not; and pandemic school closures. ber of the Lunenburg County standards set by the Virgin- Central of creating success by providing Virginia Board of Educa- Public School’s team includ- ia Department of Education. Lunenburg High School. students with new opportu- tion President Daniel Gecker ing our teachers, adminis- Furthermore, the division He received his Bachelor’s nities and experiences. The reiterated this message when trators, support staff, and was recognized in 2018-2019 degree from Virginia Tech in strategy that proved most he thanked all of Virginia’s the School Board. The many as being one of the top school 1980. He has completed grad- effective was to provide re- superintendents for their ex- successes we have celebrated divisions for attendance. To- uate work with degrees from al-life experiences for her ceptional leadership during and the challenges we have gether with his administrative Virginia State University in students so that they could the COVID19 Crisis. He said, overcome during my tenure team, Berkley implemented a Career & Technical Education see the connections between “ALL of Virginia’s superin- would not have been possible Comprehensive Plan of Ac- and from National Universi- the knowledge and skills they tendents could be considered without the hard work and tion that targets academics, ty in Educational Leadership. were learning and how they Superintendents of the Year dedication of the Board and behavior, and culture and He is married to Paige Bridg- were being applied. as they have gone well above our staff. Lunenburg Coun- which supports the “Profile forth Berkley and has two In her campaign to pro- and beyond the normal re- ty Public Schools is an out- of a Virginia Graduate.” This sons (Chad and Hunter) and mote deeper learning through quirements of their jobs to standing school division that plan called for implementing one daughter (Taylor), as well these experiences, Dr. Hack- ensure that learning contin- thrives thanks to great stu- the Virginia Tiered System of as two grandsons (Cohen and ney fostered an environment ues in their school divisions dents, supportive parents, Supports to decrease behav- Logan) and two granddaugh- of success in which everyone while providing social and and community partnerships. ioral referrals, establishing ters (Cassidy and McKenzie).

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Commentary A Stolen Opportunity

For the first time in my One Black pundit ex- life there has been an inci- plained, “We blacks are emo- dent where everyone I know, tional and we needed an out- everyone on television and let for our anger.” every newspaper appears to Bull crap. The majority of be in agreement. Blacks and Whites in Amer- For the first time in my ica were outraged. Many of life we in America have had us were emotional. No one I Local Law Enforcement Leaders an opportunity to seriously know released their emotions Denounce the Death of discuss police abuses. EDITOR by looting a store, burning a I have to say that I believe building or a police car. George Floyd the majority of police offi- AVERETT JONES Those violent individuals cer are good men and women do not speak for their race. who are doing a difficult job The fascist group Antifa Dear Editor, and are doing it well. Trump spoke out. used the situation for their As leaders of law enforcement agencies who serve this We (the American people) Now we are in danger of own political purposes. great Central Virginia community, we were shocked by were in almost unanimous allowing a comparative few As a country (with the the recent death of George Floyd while in the custody of agreement when the offi- to hijack the situation. exception of a few nutcas- the Minneapolis police. We, along with millions of oth- es) we agree what happened cers involved in the death of Looters, rioters and An- er Americans, have watched the disturbing video of Mr. was wrong. We can have Floyd’s death, and understand and acknowledge that his George Floyd were fired. We tifa do not represent the rest this conversation and resolve unnecessary death has further fueled the smoldering fires were in almost unanimous of us. The few who took some issues. agreement when Derek Chau- this tragedy and used it as The rioters, looters and of mistrust between law enforcement and the communities vin was charged with murder. an opportunity to loot a store those trying to politicize the we serve. We are writing this letter because we want to Police officers, the pub- disgraced and debased the situation are not involved in speak out and let our citizens know that we get it and that lic, politicians and President memory of George Floyd. a solution. we care. We want to assure citizens of our Farmville/Prince Ed- ward/Cumberland/Buckingham County communities, that all of our officers are trained to carry out their duties with “Re- spect” and “Integrity” for all individuals. Integrity is a yard- More Is Not Always Better stick for every community in determining the competence, trust, professionalism, and confidence in their local law en- We all grew up being told [email protected], 434-374- forcement agency. Policing requires consistently high levels more, bigger, and better is 5129, or P.O. Box 332, Clarks- of integrity if any Department is to be accepted by all mem- good. Such phrases as “keep- ville, VA 23927. bers of the community. ing up with the Joneses” was COVID-19 State, Federal, What we have seen reminds us of the tragic consequences the mantra of the 60’s and and Community Websites that can take place when there is a serious erosion of integ- 70’s. If the neighbors got a Governor Northam News rity. new car, then some felt they Releases https://www.gov- Public trust is something that all Departments must hold “needed” to buy a new car. ernor.virginia.gov/VA Dept. The battle went on and on of Health: http://www.vdh. sacred! What we ask every police officer/deputy sheriff to do with much of our society. It virginia.gov/coronavirus/ daily is more than is asked of most professions, and they must continues on in much of what COVID-19 Virginia Re- perform their duties under the most difficult of circumstanc- happens in our world today. sources: https://covid19.vir- es. All of our officers and deputies are trained throughout It made some sense to ginia.gov/ each year with the “Core principles of the Understanding of get the public’s attention Forward Virginia Guide- Cultural Diversity and Non-Biased Policing.” These two con- by closing down things for lines: https://www.virginia. cepts spell out the constitutional safeguard for citizens when at the CDC. a couple of weeks when the gov/coronavirus/forwardvir- our officers are stopping, detaining, searching, or attempting Coronavirus started spread- Likewise, instead of ginia/ to search, or using any force against any person on the basis ing quickly across America. bankrupting businesses with Virginia Employment of their race, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, or It was something that was blanket mandated policies, Commission Pandemic Un- a combination thereof. very deadly that no one knew governors could have giv- employment Assistance: much about. Then, some en suggested guidelines and https://www.vec.virginia. Finally, it’s important that all people are assured that the governors decided that they trusted people to make the gov/html/pua.html protection of their civil liberties guaranteed by our U.S. Con- had to be more compassion- right decisions. Most would Virginia Secretary of Com- stitution is fundamental in the training of all officers and ate than others. Instead of have figured out ways to op- merce and Trade COVID-19 employees of each of our Departments. incrementally extending that erate while protecting cus- Resource: https://www.com- Our heartfelt condolences go out to George Floyd, and his two-week closing of Amer- tomers and employees alike. merce.virginia.gov/covid-19/ entire family. ica, one governor after an- Masks Commonwealth Updates: Anthony Q. Ellington Sr., Chief, Farmville Police Department Some thought that masks other decided to dictate more https://www.virginia.gov/ L.A. “Tony” Epps, Sheriff, Prince Edward County harshly how they could reign would be an excellent way coronavirus/ Col. Robert Beach, Chief, Longwood University Police Department over us, their subjects, than to protect themselves from Virginia Tax Filing: Darrell Hodges, Sheriff, Cumberland County the next state. They made the virus. The experts at the https://www.tax.virginia. Mark Fowler, Chief, Hampden-Sydney Police Department speeches about we had to fol- CDC, who we rely on to be the gov/coronavirus low the science in these de- experts on disease, assured us Virginia State Board of Billy Kidd, Sheriff, Buckingham County cisions. I agree, we do need that masks would do no good; Elections: https://www.elec- Patricia Scales, Cumberland County Commonwealth’s Attorney to follow the science! How- they blocked nothing. Then tions.virginia.gov/ ever, we need to be open to the same people assured us VPAP.org (not a state listening to what the science that the opposite was true; website): https://www.vpap. is telling us. Not just use it that everyone needs to wear org/elections/ to justify decisions already a mask. Centers for Disease Con- made. Now, Governor Northam trol and Prevention: https:// Simplest Is Not Always has taken the step to dictate www.cdc.gov/coronavi- Best that everyone must wear a rus/2019-ncov/index.html Governors made the sim- mask when out in the public. Federal website https:// ple decision that if a couple He did this because it was the www.coronavirus.gov/ of weeks quarantine is good simplest way to do it, not the SBA Disaster Assistance: then months- long quaran- best. If he had been better https://www.sba.gov/di- tines must be great. They focused on not the simplest saster-assistance/coronavi- did not look at the science or solution rather than the best rus-covid-19 the sand eroding around their solution, it might have been U.S. Dept. of Labor Em- feet. While they, and most more helpful for everyone. ployee Rights: https:// of us, have been focused on Showing people how to safe- www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/ the deaths directly caused by ly put on and take off a mask pandemic/ffcra-employ- Coronavirus, some have died would help. Encouraging one ee-paid-leave because medical providers to frequently wash a mask U.S. Dept. of Labor Em- were prevented from closely would help. 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The Media, A Legacy of Disinformation

Although the present and other like agencies pro- mainstream media comes mulgated by the media now across as the militant arm of idden bject requires a listener of the O the Democratic party, abun- H news to become an investi- dantly Left wing and biased gator of the “facts” that fre- against Trump, the press has Game quently are not facts. In this always been a bunch of po- age of information, the truth litical assassins. As far back must be sought after, cross as Andrew Jackson, when examined and researched. June Hidden Object - Tie Davy Crockett was running Nothing can be believed on for office, the press back then KARL face value. Objectivity for the HOW IT WORKS: Each month there will be a new Hidden unfairly accused Crockett of media doesn’t enjoy a flat- Object to find within the pages of the Southside Messenger, being a drunk among other SCHMIDT tering history from the birth two in the A section and two in the B section. Find all of things! Abe Lincoln had an of America. 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Amer- gets laundered through a bias ing likewise, but has learned media and presented to the and announced the last week of each month, and the new to bypass the press, speaking ica has presently reached a point where every issue big public as a truth! monthly Hidden Object will be announced. Winners will his mind through “tweets.” It is no wonder Ameri- Likewise, Lincoln did much or small has become a politi- receive in the mail a gift card to a local shop or restaurant. cal point of contention! More ca was so divided during the the same in his time by hav- Civil War fueled by inflam- Happy Hunting! ing chosen members of the than ever, politics propagated by the various media outlets matory journalism. Ran- press receive favorable/pro dolph Hearst and Joseph Lincoln news leaks of private has become a struggle for the ------hearts and minds of the vot- Pulitzer through their disre- letters and stories. Lincoln gard of responsible journal- became masterful at combat- ing public. There was a time June 4-10, 2020 in America where we could ism are commonly credited ting the press, able to fight with leading the U.S.A. into the Civil War with one hand put considerable confidence Hidden Object Entry Form in certain Andy Rooney/Paul the Spanish American War! while fighting the war of Americans today are still vic- public opinion with the other! Harvey reporters of more Section A objects are on pages ____ & ____ than a generation ago. Those tims of journalistic deceit, but Certainly, freedom of the what we have over those from press for America started out days and men are gone for- Section B objects are on pages ____ & ____ ever. 1865 and 1895 is the ability to as a good idea with reporters fact check much faster, but policing the behavior of pol- Lies and distortions from those in Congress along with how many will take the time iticians. It didn’t take long, to do it? Name ______however, for the press to re- our FBI, Justice Dept., CIA Address ______When the Mob Rules Most of us have seen the era crew was arrested by po- in 2020. Aren’t we glad the City ______State_____ video of a Minnesota police lice covering this story while supporting public of these officer making an arrest of those looting, vandalizing slain officers didn’t loot, a black man by the name of and committing acts of arson fire bomb and vandalize the Zip Code ______Phone______-______-______George Floyd. On face value, paraded before cameras with communities of the people the knee of the officer on the impunity, defying any arrest? who killed these officers! In neck of Floyd as Floyd calls for Democrat mayor and gov- 2019, police killed 370 whites Send this entry form to: help looks excessive and bru- ernor running this state and and 235 blacks. Considering tal. Floyd dying later certain- community were so intim- blacks make up under 13% of ly compounds what was seen. idated by the uprising they the population, this statistic P.O. Box 849, Keysville VA 23947 The near instant firing of the sent their police away run- is disproportionate against four officers involved in the ning for their lives! Incredi- blacks. There is another FBI ATTN: Hidden Object Game arrest indicates an internal bly, the authorities permitted stat taken from 1980 to 2013 review swiftly concluded the mob rule with the unbridled that shows out of all police officers had exceeded their pillaging of these commu- murdered in the line of duty, authority. The officer using nities. Some National Guard 52% were by whites and 41% his knee to hold Floyd down units were sent in. A coward- by blacks. Once again, con- has a history of 18 complaints ice response by the authori- sidering less than 13% of the lodged against him for using ties. Don’t we have a Posse population, there is a dis- excessive force. Still, until a Comitatus Act that forbids the proportionately high figure THIS MONTH’S PRIZE comprehensive investigation military from being used as a of black violence against po- of this matter is concluded, police force? Are we a nation lice. Do “Black lives matter?” all the officers involved in the of laws to be respected and Not in Chicago it appears! The Scoop, CCH, VA arrest and death of Floyd en- upheld by the police or is it From Jan. 1 to Apr. 5, 2020, joy the Constitutional right of just a veneer of enforcement 453 blacks were shot and over being presumed innocent un- intimidated by a mob holding 100 killed … by other blacks. $20 GIFT CARD til proven guilty. bricks and matches? Trump Where are the protesters? 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May Winner have laid waste to stores and Trump endorsed the armed Meanwhile, we see a lone businesses, burning cars, militia protesting the pan- surfer on a deserted beach and a police station, reduc- demic lock downs, but called arrested in handcuffs by the George Tharpe, Drakes Branch, VVAA ing their communities to a the George Floyd protesters “pandemic patrol!” In the war zone of destruction. How “thugs.” What NPR negated city of Chicago, it’s an accept- does this destruction improve in their report was the mili- ed norm for black men to kill race relations? These acts of tia were orderly and respect- black men by the score every Where in the Messenger is vandalism have greatly miti- ful. The “thugs,” however, week without any public out- gated the death of Floyd. The burned, vandalized, looted rage at these numbers! Take people who owned, worked and laid waste to police cars note, Democrat supporters for and needed these busi- and even a police station. The who advocate gun confisca- the Toilet Paper? nesses for their livelihood “thugs” even went to the Al- must be wondering why they amo in Texas to vandalize tion. When social order fails, ------have been punished and trau- that national monument! when the police can’t even matized for an event in which To date, Google says 307 protect their own precinct, they played no part! police officers in the U.S. where does the average dis- Week of June 4-10, 2020 How is it that a TV cam- were killed in the line of duty armed individual stand? Page ______

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Red, White and Blue Greek Yogurt Bark Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 12 3 cups plain non-fat Greek yogurt 1/3 cup honey, plus additional for drizzling (optional) 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced into rounds 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup raspberries, halved In medium mixing bowl combine Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup honey and vanilla. On parchment paper-lined baking sheet, spread Greek yogurt mixture to 1/4-inch thickness. Press strawberries, blueberries and raspberries into yogurt. Freeze at least 3 hours. Break into pieces upon removing from freezer.

Red, White and Blue Greek Yogurt Bark

FAMILY FEATURES nacks are a way of life for people of all ages, but especially children, who consume about 25% of their daily calories from snacks, according to research published in the “Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.” Providing nutritionally Dairy: Did You Know? balanced snacks for your children at home can make for a happy and healthy day. SPlanning snacks that are as delicious as they are healthy is a winning solution, and Dairy foods can add taste and versatility to your n Milk, cheese and yogurt are good sources of snacks are a simple way to add more nutrition to your child’s diet. plate, but they also deliver a unique package of high-quality protein, which is essential for For example, low-fat and fat-free dairy foods are essential to children’s growth and essential nutrients important for good health. growth and maintenance of muscle and other overall wellness. They provide calcium and vitamin D, two nutrients kids don’t get enough n Milk has a unique combination of nine proteins within the body. of, according to the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The guidelines recommend essential nutrients: protein; calcium; potassium; n Enjoying dairy foods like milk, cheese and 2-3 servings of low-fat and fat-free dairy foods every day, depending on the child’s age. phosphorus; vitamins A, D and B12; riboflavin yogurt as part of a healthy diet is associated Giving kids a role in the preparation can give them added incentive to enjoy healthy and niacin. Each of these nutrients is a key with many health bonuses, including reduced ingredient of milk and they all work together to risk of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and high treats, and these recipes are all easy enough that kids can make them on their own (or with help keep bodies healthy. blood pressure. minimal assistance). Giving your kids the ability to play a role in the kitchen and create is a gift that can last a lifetime. The culinary skills they develop early in life can give them the confidence and know-how to cook nutritious meals for themselves as teens and adults. Get more ideas to get kids cooking and snacking smart at milkmeansmore.org.

Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 4 3/4 cup vanilla Greek yogurt 1/4 cup peanut butter 1 dash cinnamon apples, graham crackers or other dipper of choice In bowl, six Greek yogurt, peanut butter and cinnamon until smooth. Serve with apples, graham crackers or another dipper of choice.

Good Morning Yogurt Parfait Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 1 1/2 cup sliced or diced fruit, any variety 6 ounces low-fat or fat-free vanilla yogurt 1/4 cup granola or other cereal (optional) In small bowl or cup, layer fruit and yogurt, starting with fruit on bottom. Top with cereal or granola, if desired. Note: This recipe can be made using low-fat or non-fat cottage cheese sweetened with honey and cinnamon. Good Morning Yogurt Parfait Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

Frozen Banana Pops Prep time: 2 hours Servings: 8 4 large bananas, peeled 8 wooden ice pop sticks 2 cups vanilla non-fat Greek yogurt 1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter Cut each banana in half and carefully insert wooden ice pop stick in bottom of each, about one-third into banana. Place bananas on large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze bananas until partially frozen, about 30 minutes. Carefully dip each banana in tall pint glass of vanilla yogurt to coat, leaving 1/2-inch at bottom of banana uncoated. Return yogurt- coated bananas to parchment paper-lined baking sheet and freeze until completely firm, about 1 hour. Microwave peanut butter until smooth and creamy, about 30-45 seconds. Drizzle peanut butter evenly over bananas then place on baking sheet to freeze until peanut butter is firm, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately or wrap each banana in plastic wrap and store in freezer up to 3 months. Frozen Banana Pops

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The Woodland Launches ‘Economic Stimulus Package’ for Employees

FARMVILLE – The Wood- residents and fellow employ- cottages and a state-of-the- demic, The Woodland is com- landinc.com or connect with land, Farmville’s premier re- ees safe during this pandem- art rehabilitation facility and mitted to offering this “thank The Woodland on Facebook @ tirement community, has en- ic,” said Greg Cole, president wellness center. Through the you” to its staff for rising to TheWoodlandIncVA or Insta- acted an economic stimulus and CEO of The Woodland. years, the ultimate goal has the challenges the pandemic gram @thewoodlandincva. for its employees in the form “We’ve started calling our remained unchanged: com- has presented. of $100 per employee, esti- employees ‘Woodland War- munity-focused care in a set- mated to circulate $30,000 in riors’ and we think they are ting that feels like home. About The Woodland, Inc. the economy. Staff members incredibly deserving of some- “Helping our local econo- Since 1970, The Woodland are encouraged to spend that thing uplifting during this my and helping individuals in has provided a combination bonus with local businesses difficult time.” need is The Woodland Way,” of skilled professional care, a and nonprofits to help stimu- This year, The Woodland said Cole. “Our founders were full spectrum of choices, and a strong sense of family and late the economy and bolster celebrated its 50th anniver- all local business owners and community. The Woodland local organizations. sary. What started as a simple professionals with a deep de- has blossomed from a sim- “We are continually 60-bed nursing facility now sire to serve our community.” ple 60-bed nursing facility to blown away by the dedication includes long-term nurs- Despite the increased become what it is today: the of the healthcare profession- ing facilities, assisted-liv- costs to adjust operations region’s premier senior care Buying or als working tirelessly to keep ing units, independent living during the COVID-19 pan- community with long-term Selling a nursing facilities, assist- ed-living units, independent Home? living cottages, a memory care tension Office would like to nior Sheep Showmanship, center, as well as a state-of- Livestock congratulate Mason Ham- and Champion Senior Swine rd the-art rehabilitation facility Continued from Front lett with his 3 place Inter- Showmanship. Hannah also and wellness center. Through Dempsey Jones, ABR, GRI mediate Beef Showmanship showed the Champion Market the years, the ultimate goal RE/MAX Advantage Plus and where it came from, what and first place in class with Hog, Champion Market Lamb, has remained unchanged: 318 S Main St, Farmville, Va 23901 Offi ce: (434)392-1999 they liked best about their both of his heifers. We con- Reserve Champion Ewe Lamb, community-focused care of Cell: (434)391-4663 animal and what they would gratulate Hannah Geesaman Champion Dairy Feeder Steer, the highest level in a setting Home: (434)392-1053 change. The videos submit- on her 4th place Senior Beef and Reserve Champion Feeder that feels like home. For more Fax: (800)886-2429 [email protected] ted for the first virtual show Showmanship, 5th place Se- Steer. Congratulations! information, visit thewood- were really well put together Single Sided $14/each - Double Sided $16/each and the youth did an amaz- ing job showing off their an- 24X18 GRADUATION SIGNS imals through the computer. A huge thank you to all of the Double- parents, leaders, extension Sided agents, and supporters who with made this experience possible Stepstake for these young show persons to be able to participate and not lose an entire season of showing their animals. The “show” is normally the cul- Small Business Owners mination of the year for most $15 – this year it was a results Can Get A FREE “zoom” – a lot different then e can help you get through this crisis by starting your own busin“WE ARE OPEN SIGN” the normal of past years but ANY SCHOOL! a new and doable normal for Covid 19 safety signs available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! this one. ~ Free Local Delivery The Charlotte County Ex-

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The Word “The Apple of My Eye”

Do I have an apple in my trait seem to be looking at eye? I’ve always wondered him. Or better, we could say, what the phrase, “the apple it is like feeling the gaze of of my eye” meant--mainly another person, feeling the because I’m a “word nerd,” gaze without seeing the oth- who loves learning where our er’s eyes. Or it can be like interesting words and phras- meeting the gaze of another. es originate. Grammarists Or it can even be like looking describes it thus: into the eyes of another and The apple of one’s eye seeing there the pupil, the describes a thing or person pupilla, the “little doll,” the which someone loves above tiny image of oneself reflect- all others, someone’s favorite ed in the other’s eyes.” person or thing, a person or Today, I’m thinking of thing that he is proud of. The all the “pupils” I’ve had in phrase the apple of one’s eye my life--my own children dates back at least to the ninth (biological and not), church century, first seen in King father says to his son, “Keep family that I was blessed to Aelfred of Wessex’ Gregory’s my commandments and live; serve as their pastor, clients Pastoral Care. It was probably keep my teaching as the apple that I now care for. When I used in conversation long be- of your eye.” Zechariah 2:8 look at each one, very close- fore that time. Originally, the (NIV) says, “For thus said the ly, I can see a tiny image of apple of one’s eye referred to Lord of hosts, after his glory myself reflected in their eyes. facebook.com/churchmouseuk/ the pupil of the human eye. sent me to the nations who I’m reminded that, if I want It was believed that the pupil plundered you, for he who to see this remarkable thing, was a round, solid object. In a touches you touches the apple I’ve got to get very close. You time without proper eye care, of his eyes.” don’t make an impression on Be Kind sight was a precious com- So the “the apple of your someone from a distance-- modity. It wasn’t long before eye” means something or you’ve got to get close in or- Anger seems to be more the apple of one’s eye became someone very dear to you. der to change someone’s life. prevalent in today’s culture. a metaphor for something It’s a mistranslation, and But be careful, what you say To be heard, we must yell precious. This metaphor was means “little person” or “lit- and do--because those “little louder, be more radical, write used several times in the tle doll” of the eye, and refers dolls” in your life will nev- something more controver- King James version of the Bi- to the fact that when you get er forget the difference you sial, or simply be rude. If you ble, as in Psalms: “Keep me really, really close to anoth- made, for good or for evil. don’t do these things, people as the apple of thine eye, hide er, you can see a tiny reflec- The Bible says you are the will not listen to the message me under the shadow of thy tion of yourself in their pupil. apple of God’s eye. The Di- you’re trying to convey. I’m wings.” Shakespeare used In The Reasons of the Heart, vine Loving Parent has shown pretty sure that God didn’t the phrase in A Midsummer John Dunne writes: you how very precious you intend for us to communicate RICK Night’s Dream: “…Hit with Nicholas of Cusa in his are, in God’s sight. Do oth- our thoughts or display our Cupid’s archery, Sink in ap- Vision of God, while speaking ers know how precious they contentment with exactly the STANFIELD ple of his eye.” The term was of our inner vision of God, are, in your eyes? I hope actions we condemn. resurrected when Sir Walter speaks...of God’s vision of us. that, with every interaction, Although it’s not what Scott used it in his novel Old He has it that our seeing God you might not just see other God has taught us, we have Mortality, published in 1816: consists of our having a sense people--but that you might created a world that only pays but until we make this news “Poor Richard was to me as of God seeing us: to see God see them, seeing you, seeing attention to bad behavior. To relevant and newsworthy, it an eldest son, the apple of my is to see one who sees; it is them. And that they might change this, we must change will not happen. eye.” to have an experience of be- know, from your perspective, our culture and that’s not go- The United States is the Three different times in ing seen. It is like looking how lovely they are. ing to be easy. I say repeat- greatest nation on earth but, Scripture, we find the phrase. at one of those portraits, he © Gregory T. Smith. Greg edly, we are all descendants of with that greatness, we have David writes in Psalm 17:8 says, where the eyes are so is a caseworker serving the Jesus Christ and the blood of also become a target for those (NIV), “Keep me as the apple contrived as to follow the be- homeless community in the the King of Kings is running who are unrighteous. Many of your eye; hide me in the holder wherever he moves. Pacific Northwest. To read through each of our veins. will continue to vilify our so- shadow of your wings.” In No matter where the beholder more of his articles, log onto It’s more popular to report ciety, but don’t let that hap- Proverbs 7:2 (NIV), a loving stands, the eyes of the por- revgregsmith.blogspot.com. “bad” news, so we over-re- pen. port evil people, while we let Be kind, do good, follow the “good” deeds go unno- Jesus, punish the bad, protest ticed. When this happens, a peacefully, and promote vir- culture begins to believe that tuous behavior. Anger is Contagious the world is wicked when this What random acts of is not true. kindness have you witnessed It’s simple. Some people lately? I lost my temper. Again. ever get this back!” I scream. are bad and that will never Rick Stanfield is a syn- Before I knew it, I was Doors are slammed and change, but we create more dicated columnist, profes- raising my voice, trying to more unkind words follow. malicious individuals by sor, motivational speaker and talk over my daughter. Our From both of us. I term hers making them famous. Then, author. His latest book is “I discussion was heating up disrespect, and mine justifi- we harvest anger among the Can and I Will.” For more and I was tired of listening. able. Anyone would respond good. If this continues, we information, visit his website In my mind, she was saying the way I did under the same will manufacture such a cha- at www.rickstanfield.com the same thing over and over. provocation. otic culture that the devil will Rick and Tina are avail- I, of course, had fresh new Sin is ugly and I wonder sit back laughing. able for book signings and things to say. how I ever got here. Blaming The solution is simple, but speaking engagements at As far as I was concerned, everyone else for my sin and not easy. We have all become churches, community func- I needed to be heard. I didn’t letting my tongue run un- reporters of news because of tions, and any gatherings need to hear. Which was the controlled. My words roll out the influx of social media. where their story may be a heart of the problem. faster than I can think as my The outlets of national news- good fit. For more informa- I’ve been thinking about anger boils over. VANEETHA RENDALL casters need to blend the good tion, contact rickstanfield1@ the need to listen for a while, Hours later we talk again. news into their presentations, yahoo.com particularly since I finished RISNER That is much more to the our Bible Study on James last story than I had known. But fall. In it, James exhorts us to I had jumped to conclusions. be quick to listen. listen, and my anger spills Jumped down her throat. As- Quick to listen, slow to out everywhere. sumed the worst. speak, slow to become angry. My daughter is trying to I was so busy trying to be Peace in the Uncertainty I can recite that verse from explain what happened. Ex- heard that I didn’t hear her at memory. I’ve always thought plain why she didn’t do what all. While I was supposed to “But his delight is in the it had great wisdom. Wisdom I asked of her. Explain why I be listening, I was just think- law of the LORD, and on his for other people. should offer her grace. ing about my response. Look- law he meditates day and Learning Scripture is an I feel I have heard it all ing for a flaw in her logic so I night.”—Psalm 1:2 entirely different thing from before. Excuses for disobedi- could be right. Looking for a We’re all still being quar- ence. Reasons why this time living it. way to win. antined, but the effects of this is different. I’m impatient In the heat of a discus- When I do that, no one period in our lives is really sion, all of my knowledge and confiscate her phone in ever wins. We both leave feel- the process. beginning to be realized by all goes out the window. I am ing disappointed, slighted, of us, isn’t it? I know there is quick to speak and slow to “I’m not sure when you’ll misunderstood. a lot of anxiety and worry out We both want to be un- derstood. And no one wants there. We know that these are to understand. For my part, really hard times. . . there was so much to under- So, I wanted to share a lit- tle something with you today stand. So much I didn’t know. patterns, and our thoughts I didn’t know all the facts. that I think will be helpful. I throughout the day. What exactly happened. What discovered this myself when I was a Christian for many motivated her to do what she our son, Christopher, was years before that tragedy did. How she was feeling in suddenly called to Heaven. I happened. I knew the Bible, our argument. can only explain that season and I’m grateful for that. But My friend Florence says, in my life as one of the dark- “In every argument, there is how I used the Scriptures est, most difficult, and deeply at least one piece of informa- made all the difference. I re- challenging times to my faith. tion that you don’t know.” ally had to drill down into my I was in a state of mourning That slows me down when- heart if what I said I believed and grief. People are saying ever I think about it. There’s was actually real or not. And that this pandemic has been one piece of information I I did this through meditat- don’t know. Perhaps some- like a season of grief in our ing on God’s Word. Medita- thing that could change my lives. The whole aspect of tion is a bridge between Bible mind. Keep me from arguing. grief affects us so profound- study and our prayer life. It is ly—our emotions, our sleep See Risner on page A9 See Laurie on page A9 WE PREFER EMAIL! Send your letters, releases and photos to [email protected]; ad inquiries to [email protected]; calendar listings to [email protected] The Southside Messenger June 4-10, 2020 A9

Laurie pendent; I am helpless; I am give me what I need when I how God was ministering to presence, and you will have weak; I need guidance; and I need it.” me at that moment. that peace you are looking Continued from page A8 need provision. But God is my And then it says, “He I want to encourage you for. taking the Word of God and Shepherd. And a shepherd is makes me lie down in green to take a passage of Scripture Cathe Laurie is the wife anchoring it in your heart in everything to his sheep. He’s pastures” (see verse 2 ESV). and commit it to memory. of Greg Laurie, Senior Pastor such a way that His word be- saying to me, “Cathe, I am Where is God taking me? Was Savor each word because each of Harvest Christian Fellow- comes alive. It moves beyond your Shepherd.” Make it per- it to some horrible place? No! word is there for a reason. ship. Cathe is also the found- just the intellectual exercise sonal. It was in this moment, this It’s meaningful, it’s impact- er and director of Virtue, the of knowing and understand- Then the next words say, season of my life, that God ful, and it’s life transforming. women’s ministry at Har- ing the words or the history “I shall not want” (see verse was saying, “Lie down. I’m So, in those moments when vest Christian Fellowship. To of the passage and begins to 1 ESV). What did I have need taking you by green pastures. the fears, worries, and doubts learn more of this ministry, affect how you think and feel. of? I needed everything. I I’m taking you to still wa- the Enemy uses to affect your log onto www.virtue.harvest. So how do you do that? needed a hope for the future. ters.” emotions and outlook for the org. Let’s look at one of my I needed a way through. I was Then, “He restores my future come crashing in, you favorite passages, Psalm 23. concerned. I was worried for soul” (see verse 3 ESV). What will be able to combat that “The Lord is my Shepherd, my family, for my daughter- does it mean to restore my with the Word of God. When I shall not want” (see verse in-law, for my grandchil- soul? And so on. I drilled your mind is so occupied with 1 ESV). What is a shepherd? dren. And I would say, “But down on every single word, trying to apply God’s Word If the Lord is God and He is Lord, You are my Shepherd. thought about the meaning, and taste the sweetness and saying He is my Shepherd, And You say I shall not want. and applied it to my life. This assurance of it, it’s very dif- then I am His sheep. I am de- That means You’re going to allowed me to understand ficult to stay gripped by fear and worry. You can’t wor- ry and be anxious and also 1. Is the book of 2 Chronicles in the Old or New Testament or neither? Risner so very slow to listen. cious words promote instruc- be tasting and savoring the 2. How many pieces of silver did When I respond in anger, tion. meaning of God’s Word. Joseph’s brothers get when they sold Continued from page A8 everything escalates. Imme- When I calm down, lower I know at first you may him into slavery? 0, 2, 19, 20 diately. I lose control of the my voice, really listen, every- think that it’s not work- 3. Where does it command brides to From assuming the worst. situation and my emotions in thing changes. When I speak ing or having an impact. But shave their heads and manicure their Why don’t I remember an instant, and before I know words of grace, choose my please just persevere in it. We nails? Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, that during an argument? Deuteronomy it I find myself in an ugly words carefully, seek to build need to learn the discipline Why do I assume I know all mess, wishing I could pull it up, something shifts. When 4. From Exodus 28, what fruit was of meditating on God’s Word the facts, know how someone all back. My accusing words I humble myself, admit I used as a design on priestly garments? else is feeling, know why they spill out everywhere; voices was wrong, seek restoration, and allowing Him to speak to Grapes, Pomegranates, Pears, Fiwgs acted the way they did? Why are raised, hateful words ut- grace overflows. us in this season. I promise 5. In which Psalms does it talk about grease? do I behave as if the only new tered, and doors slammed in Ironically, when I seek to you that His Word is suffi- 1, 23, 119, 150 information is how I feel? cient. 6. From 1 Kings, which prophet was retaliation. understand, I am understood fed by birds? Paul, David, Elisha, Elijah I’m appalled at my behav- It feels like an explosion. for the first time. Don’t miss this opportu- ior. Just like the apostle Paul: ANSWERS: 1) Old; 2) 20; 3) Deu- Ann Voskamp says, “An- Vaneetha Rendall Risner nity to drill your roots down teronomy 21:12; 4) Pomegranates; 5) I do the very thing that I hate. ger is contagious. So is grace.” is the author of “The Scars into those streams of living 119:70; 6) Elijah. I seek to be understood rath- Grace is contagious. Of That Have Shaped Me, How water and truly find that no er than to understand. I jump Comments? More Trivia? Gift course. God’s kindness leads God Meets Us in Suffering”. matter what the season, He to conclusions before I extend ideas? Visit www.TriviaGuy.com us to repentance. A soft an- To learn more, log onto www. is with you. You will have His grace. I am quick to anger yet swer turns away wrath. Gra- vaneetha.com. © 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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• Antioch Baptist Church, 6700 Barnesville Hwy., Red Oak; followed by fellowship meal. Mens and Womens Bible Study 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Classes 6:30 p.m. 434-735-8101; Sunday prayer time 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 Every Tues @ 7pm, Friday, 10 a.m. Robert Perrin, Pastor. Baptist Church, 2082 Roanoke Station Road, a.m.; Sunday service 11 a.m. Pastor Kristen White. • Rocky Branch • Gilfield RZUA Church, 722 Mecklenburg Ave, Victoria, VA Red Oak; Morning services 2nd Sunday each month 11:30 a.m. • Apostolic Faith Chapel, 215 Wise Ridge Rd., Dillwyn, 434- 23974, (434) 696-4100; Services 1st and 3rd Sunday each Rev. Dr. James E. Scott; Youth service 4th Sunday each month, 414-2976; Sunday school 11:30 a.m., service 12 noon; month at 12 noon. Rev. Anthony Scott. Wednesday bible study 6:30 p.m. Pastor Lynwood Baldwin • Hanes United Methodist Church, 1171 Copper Mine Rd., Dill- • Rocky Mount United Methodist Church, 248 Rocky Mount • Ash Camp Baptist Church, 8687 Church Street Keysville, wyn; (434) 983-2400. Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship Service Rd., Dillwyn; (434) 983-2400. Sunday School 9 a.m.; Wor- 434-736-9344; Sunday School for all ages 10:00 A.M., Worship 10 a.m. Rev. Evelyn Penn, Pastor, [email protected]. ship Service 10 a.m. Rev. Evelyn Penn, Pastor, evelynpenn@ Service 11:00 A.M. (nursery provided); Mission Friends (Ele- • Keysville United Methodist Church, 9290 Church Street, vaumc.org. mentary Children), Youth Meeting-2nd Sundays 5:00 P.M. fol- Keysville, 434-736-9685; Sunday School 10 a.m. - all ages; • Safe Haven Christian Ministries, 5150 Three Sixty Highway, lowed by Pot Luck Dinner at 6:00 P.M. for all ages. Pastor-Ted Sunday worship 11 a.m. Freedman Kim, Pastor Meherrin; every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Gloria Eanes. R. Smith • Ledbetter Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 4346 Dou- • Aspen Hill Baptist Church, 515 Francisco Road, Brookneal; • Salem Baptist Church: 4050 Tobacco Hill Road, Red Oak, ble Bridges Rd., Meherrin, VA; Sunday School 10 a.m.; Wor- Virginia 23964; (434) 735-8827; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School every Sunday 9:45 a.m., service every second ship Service 11 a.m. Rev. Kenny Hall, Pastor and fourth Sunday, 11 a.m. Rev. Dr. Maurice Finney. Sunday worship service 11 a.m.; Bible Study Wednesdays at • Liberty Baptist Church, 1709 Church Street, Appomattox, 7 p.m. • Beulah United Methodist Church, 12123 County Line Rd., 434-352-2336, libertybconline.com. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; • Shiloh Baptist Church, 125 Shiloh Church Road, Drakes Keysville; 434-223-8237; Sunday School 9:15 am; Worship Sunday services 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Sunday evening Awa- 10:15 am; Rev. Pat Kelley, [email protected]. Branch; 434-735-8232; Sunday School 9 a.m.; Prayer and na & youth Bible study 6 p.m., evening services 7 p.m. Dr. Praise 10:15 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:30 a.m. • Black Branch Baptist Church, 3370 Hwy. 47, Chase City 434- Rusty Small, pastor • South Boston Church of Christ, 3105 Halifax Road, South 767-2259. Sunday School 9 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.; • Macedonia Baptist Church, of Rice, Virginia, church services Boston; 434-575-7138; Sunday morning Bible study 10:00 Wednesday bible study 10:30 a.m. at the parsonage (across on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sunday of each month, 11 a.m. from the church). a.m.; Worship services 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 • Meherrin United Methodist Church, 97 Stagecoach Road, pm. Wednesday Bible study 7:00 p.m. • Briery Presbyterian Church, 181 Briery Church Rd, Keys- Meherrin, Sunday school 10 a.m., Sunday service 11 a.m., ville, Virginia. Sunday service 11 a.m. Pastor Kyla Silver • Southall Memorial United Methodist Church, 6220 Saxkey • Browns Chapel United Methodist Church, 1711 Gravel Hill Road, Saxe, Va. 23967. Sunday School 9 a.m.; Children’s • Mercy Seat Baptist Church, 5 Kingsville Rd. Farmville, Virgin- Church 9:45; Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Pastor Phillip Hong. Rd., Dillwyn; (434) 983-2400. Sunday School 9 a.m.; Wor- ia; Sunday School 9:30 a.m. ; Regular service every 1st, 3rd ship Service 10 a.m. Rev. Evelyn Penn, Pastor, evelynpenn@ and 5th Sunday 11:00 a.m. ; Bible Study Wednesday 7:00 • Spring Creek Baptist Church, 918 Darlington Heights Rd., vaumc.org. p.m.. Rev. Walter M. Fells, pastor Cullen; (434) 248-6819; springcreekbaptistva.org Sunday • Calvary Chapel Farmville, 302 Industrial Park Rd., Farmville, School at 10 a.m., Worship at 11 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study • Midway Baptist Church, 2595 Midway Road, Phenix, 434- at 6:30 p.m. Rev. Paul McLinden 434-315-0406; Sunday services 10 a.m.; Wednesday services 376-3574: Sunday Worship Services 11:00 a.m.; Sunday 6:30 p.m.; Marv Fisher, pastor. school 9:45 a.m.; Youth Meeting 7:00 p.m. on Sunday and • St. Andrews Baptist Church, 2100 Taro Road, Cullen; Sun- • Central Baptist Church, 57 Merryman Dr., Victoria; Sunday Wednesday. day School every Sunday 9:45 a.m.; service every first and third Sunday 11 a.m. Rev. Dr. Maurice Finney. School 10 a.m.; Worship Service 11 a.m.; Jerry M. Horning, • Morrison Grove Baptist Church, Charlotte Court House, Va.: Pastor. Services 1st and 3rd Sunday each month at 11 a.m.; Rev. Sam- • St. Luke COGIC, 95 Arvin Street, Keysville. Sunday School • Concord Baptist Church, 3225 Germantown Road, Charlotte uel F. Trent, Pastor. 9:00 a.m., Sunday worship 10:00 a.m., Bible study Tuesday 7 Court House: Sunday School 10 a.m., worship service 11 a.m. • Mossingford Baptist Church, Saxkey Road, Saxe: Services p.m. Pastor William E. Mosby, Jr. Dr. Bob Davis, Pastor. 11 a.m.; Sunday school; 10 a.m.; Reverend John L. Craighead • St. Michael Baptist Church, 4160 Drakes Main Street, Drakes • Cullen Baptist Church, 202 Taro Road, Cullen, 434-610- • Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 792 Mount Calvary Rd., Brook- Branch. Sunday School 10:00 a.m., Sunday worship 11:00 9859; Sunday School 10 a.m.; service 11 a.m. Pastor Guy neal, 434-376-5478. Sunday school every Sunday 10 a.m.; a.m., 2nd and 4th Sundays each month. Pastor Rev. James Stockslager service 11:30 a.m. 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday each month; Bible E. Goode. • Crewe Baptist Church, 400 E. Virginia Avenue, Crewe, 434- Study 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month at 11 a.m. Rev. • St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 1361 Free State Rd., Meherrin, 645-7464; Sunday School, 9:30 a.m., Worship Service, 11 a.m., L.S. Otey. 804-691-8539, Sunday services 1:30 p.m. Rev. Matt Sorenson. Children’s Programs: King’s Kids, Sunday 5 p.m.; Children’s • Mt. Harmony United Methodist Church, 505 Mt. Harmony • Thrifts Chapel Church, located at the intersection of Poor- Choir Sunday 7 p.m.; Bible study Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., Fel- RD, Keysvill; 434-223-8237; Worship 9:15 am; Sunday School house and Marshalltown Roads between Victoria and Ken- lowship Hall; Fellowship Dinner, 3rd Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., 10:15 am; Rev. Pat Kelley, [email protected]. bridge, gospel singing and guitar music by the “Poorhouse Fellowship Hall. Rev. Alden Hicks, Pastor • Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, Abilene, Sunday school 10:00, Boys” during each Sunday morning service 10-11 a.m. Along • Drakes Branch Baptist Church, 4525 Main St, Drakes Worship 11:00, Prayer Meeting Wed. night at 7:00 p.m. Bible with Pastor Mike Johnson. Branch, Virginia; (434) 568-4021; Sunday School 10:00a.m., Study 2nd and 3rd Sunday night at 7:00 p.m. Tony Reeves, • Trinity Baptist Church, 435 Four Locust Hwy., Keysville; Worship Service 11:00 a.m., Wednesday evening Adult Bible Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Sunday evening Study and TeamKid (grades K-6) 7:00 p.m. • Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church, 5083 Mt. Pleasant worship at 6 p.m. • Emmanuel Bible Church, 401 Southern Drive, Keysville; Road (Just off Rt.15), Meherrin, 434-223-8237; Sunday school • Triumph Baptist Church, 2756 Darlington Heights Road, Sunday school 10 a.m., Sunday services 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., 10:30 a.m., Sunday service 11:30 a.m.; Rev. Pat Kelley patkel- Pamplin; Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Sunday Worship 11:00 Bible study Wednesday 7 p.m. [email protected]. a.m. Prayer/Praise & Bible Study Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Rev. • Empowering Word Ministry, 591 Patrick Henry Highway • Mt. Tirzah Baptist Church, 174 Thomas Jefferson Hwy., Char- James W. Morris, pastor. ALL CHURCH SERVICES CAN- (Hwy. 360), Keysville: Sunday worship 10:30 a.m. Pastor Sam- lotte Court House, 434-542-5904, Sunday services at 10 and CELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. uel C. Mills, Sr. 11 a.m.; Bible study Wednesday 6:30 p.m.; Men’s breakfast the • The Worship Center, 1001 South of Dan School Road, South • Eureka Baptist Church: 4757 George Washington Hwy. first Saturday of each month at 7:30 a.m. Rev. Charles Maney Boston; 434-470-1498; Sunday morning worship 10 a.m (Rt.#40) Keysville: Sunday Worship Service: 10:45 a.m.; Sun- • New Hope United Methodist Church 6101 Scuffletown Road, • Union Grove Baptist Church, 2006 County Line Road, Keys- day School All Ages 9:30 a.m.; Bible Study and Prayer Wed. Randolph, 434-542-4166, Sunday school 10 a.m., Sunday ser- 6:30-7:30 p.m. Choir Practice Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Matthew ville; Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m. rev. vices 11 a.m., Bible study every Thursday at 7 p.m., United Charles David Vaughan, Pastor. Homan, Pastor. Methodist Women meet third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m., • First Baptist Church, Highway 607, Wylliesburg, 434-735- youth meetings monthly call for details • Upper Room Outreach Ministry, 3875 S. James Madison Hwy., Farmville; Sunday School 1st, 2nd, 3rd Sunday 9:45 2111; Sunday School 10 a.m., Sun- • Oak View & Rough Creek Shared Ministry, Oak View, 1454 a.m.; Morning Praise Service 10:45 a.m., Service 11 a.m., 4th day Service 11:30 a.m. Reverend Opie Crawley Road, Cullen; Rough Creek, 110 Rough Creek Road, Sunday early service 9 a.m. casual dress. Rev. Stanley Wesley. Terrell, Jr. of Lewisburg, North Carolina Phenix; 434-542-5787 or 434-542-5287. Sunday School 10 • Friendship Baptist Church, 239 Friendship Church Rd., a.m. at both churches, worship services Oak View 11:15 a.m. • Village Presbyterian Church, 140 Legrande Ave., Charlotte Drakes Branch, 434-736-8572; Sunday Services 10 a.m., 11 first & third Sunday of the month, Rough Creek 11:15 a.m. sec- Court House; Sunday service 9:30 a.m. a.m., ond & fourth Sunday. • Wylliesburg Baptist Church, 655 Barnesville Hwy, Wyllies- • Generations Church, 580 Commerce Road (Southside • Public Fork Christian Church, 1720 J.E.B. Stuart Hwy., Red burg, VA 23976; Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 YMCA Building) Farmville; 434-942-4925. Sunday Service & Oak; Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Service 11 a.m.; D.M. a.m., Wednesday night Worship Service 7 p.m., Bible study children’s church 11 am; Sunday school 9:45-10:30 am. PastorFritz. 7:45 p.m. Billy Tatum, Pastor Barry Thornsbury. • Piedmont Church of Christ (a cappela): 1405 North Main St., • Wylliesburg Presbyterian Church, 506 Jackson Vaughan • Grace Community Church, George Washington Hwy., Char- Farmville; 434-392-5895; Sunday Bible Classes 9:30 a.m.; Road, Wylliesburg; 434-735-8155. Wednesday Bible study lotte Court House, 434-609-1168. Sunday Service 11 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 7:30 p.m. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday service 11 a.m.

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Classifieds SERVICES FOR SALE HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Cliborne’s Home Repair NEED GRAVEL? 10 Ton CrushRun...... $210 434-568-4027 10 Ton #57 ...... $280 Free Estimates Delivered & Tailgate Spread (Local) • Roofing • Siding • Painting • Decks Call 434-420-2002 HELP WANTED • Replacement Windows & More (9-2817) Charlotte County Public Schools Buy One Get One SERVICES FREE on Select The Charlotte County School Board is now accepting applications for the following Recliners! part-time position: POWER CHAIRS START AT $299 School Bus Drivers & Bus Aide 12 PIECE LIVING ROOM SET $1199 Preference will be given to applicants with appropriate licensure. Bus driver Heritage House applications can be obtained at the School Bus Transportation Office located behind South Boston, Va. the Randolph-Henry High School Athletic Field at 225 Evergreen Road in Charlotte 434-575-8700 SERVICES Court House, Virginia. Phone: (434) 542-5659

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Call William Lynn The driver position will be a permanent, daily route for the purpose of transporting 434-547-8082 students to and from school. There are opportunities to earn additional money through field trip and athletic competition routes. SERVICES Any individual employed by a public school division in Virginia will have their criminal HOUSE FOR SALE history record (from the files of the Federal Bureau of Investigation) reviewed through the submission of fingerprints (Code of Virginia, §22.1-296-2). Exceptionally clean, 3 bed., 2 bath, one story Permanent Bus Route Salary: $13,696 per year on 2 acres on private Anticipated Starting Date: August, 2020 Application Deadline: Open until filled road in Keysville area. Return completed Asking $89,500 application packets to: Charlotte County School Board Office Serious inquiries only. Mrs. Carolyn Hamilton, Transportation Supervisor PO Box 790 434-390-9710 Charlotte Court House, VA 23923 YARD SALE (6-11-20)

YARD SALE HELP WANTED In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all SAT., JUNE 6 positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or disability. FARMVILLE PROBATION OFFICER ANTIQUES, CRAFTS Piedmont Court Services Local (6-4-20) Probation. Resp. for supervis- & MORE ing misd. & felon cases, court at- NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE Reserve your space tendance/testimony, documen- tation of adult nonviolent pro- only $10.00. bationer progress, compliance Call 434-223-1677 with state stds. Detail oriented. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Office/field visits reqd. Use of TOWN OF KEYSVILLE personal car reqd. Assigned to any of 9 cos. served, including Pr. Edward. Bachelor’s de- PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 gree or equivalent experience required. Experience in case The Town of Keysville will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2020, at the town office management of probationers located at 120 J Street to hear citizen comments on the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2020-2021. preferred. Beginning salary $35,700., co. benefits, health REVENUE EXPENDITURES Need a Classified Ad? insur., VRS, state holidays. A Piedmont Court Services appli- GENERAL FUND $441,587.00 $441,587.00 CALL 434-736-0152 cation is avail. at 1012-G West Third Street, Farmville, by call- ing 434-392-8161, or at http:// www.co.prince-edward.va.us/ WATER FUND $179,950.00 $179,950.00 piedmont_court_services_ pcs-employment.shtml. Dead- line: Until filled. EOE. (6-25-20) SEWER FUND $168,341.00 $168,341.00

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The Lunenburg County Airport Commission is DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND THE NEED TO FOLLOW THE SAFETY CDC GUIDELINES, WE accepting applications for the position of Airport STRONGLY URGE THAT THE PUBLIC DOES NOT ATTEND. SEATING WILL BE VERY LIMITED AND SEATING Manager. This is a part-time position, currently WILL BE AT LEAST SIX FEET APART FROM ANY OTHER PERSON IN ATTENDANCE. funded at less than $100 per month. The current (6-4-20) manager is retiring. Duties include: maintain facility and grounds, being on-call to fuel aircraft and collect payment, maintain FAA/Department of Aviation compliance and records. Southside Bee Supply The initial application deadline is June 11, 2020 at noon. State applications are available at the County located at the Administration office. A State application should be submitted to: County Administrator Tracy Gee, Southside Messenger County of Lunenburg, 11413 Courthouse Road, Lunenburg, Virginia 23952 or electronically to 434-736-0152 [email protected]. Position remains open until filled. Lunenburg County is an Equal Opportunity ask for Averett Employer.

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keep costs down for those we Letters serve. Processing fees have Continued from page A4 not increased since 2012. Money is always part of Keep STEPS the equation, but there is a human element that is more Employees challenging to quantify. Is it valuable to employ workers Working with disabilities? We believe so. Value comes in the smiles Dear Editor, on their faces, the joy they get In the face of COVID-19 earning and spending their uncertainty, STEPS tem- own money and witnessing porarily shut down recy- their sense of purpose and cling operations in March. self-fulfillment. It was a tough decision but Plus, they are doing their one we had to make to as- part to save the environment sure the safety of our six in the community they live. workers.During our oper- They are productive, contrib- ational hiatus, Prince Ed- uting members of this com- ward County has been us- munity. This is inclusion in ing an alternate recycling its most elementary form. vendor. We understand We want to stress that this. The paper and plas- we are part of the Farmville/ tic flow doesn’t stop, even Prince Edward Community. for pandemics. We restart- Our corporate headquarters ed operations June 1, but are located here. Our recy- the Prince Edward Coun- cling operation is here. Our Limited Reopening for Public Beaches and ty Board of Supervisors is program services are centered scheduled to decide at their here. We are part of you. You Race Tracks, DMV Offices Have New Guidelines June 9 meeting whether to are part of STEPS. end a decades-old rela- If you reside in Prince Ed- STATEWIDE - Governor Governor Northam also Governor Northam also tionship with STEPS. ward County, please consider Northam announced late last announced that race tracks, amended Executive Directive We pray they will not reaching out to your elected week that Virginia’s public including NASCAR, other ve- 7, which covers actions by the choose to do so. representative and request beaches and racetracks will hicle racing, and horse tracks, Department of Motor Vehicles What will the loss of that STEPS be retained as the be able to re-open on a limit- will be allowed to run sin- to fight COVID-19. Virginia’s the partnership mean for recycling processor. ed basis, starting May 29. gle-day events, under strict DMV is reopening customer STEPS? Simply, a lower This is quite an emotion- Public beaches have been guidelines. service centers slowly, and recyclable volume would al topic for STEPS because we restricted to fishing and ex- Race events cannot be with appointments required. translate into a permanent ercise only. They will be al- open to the public, and no Due to demand for license are passionate about the right loss of jobs for some of our lowed to open to other rec- spectators will be allowed. and ID services, the governor of citizens with disabilities to reational activities, but social Detailed guidance on re- is extending the time Virgin- employees with disabil- work. Some our employees distancing and cleaning will strictions for beaches and ians have to renew expiring ities. These are jobs that with disabilities have been be required. Other restrictions race tracks can be found in driver’s licenses or ID cards. mean the world to them. with STEPS for over 30 years. include no gatherings of more the Amended Executive Order If a license or ID expires be- Prince Edward Coun- Please, let’s keep them than ten people, no tents, no 61 and Order of Public Health fore July 31, you have until ty, the Town of Farmville, working. alcohol, and no group sports. Emergency 3. August 31 to renew it. Hampden-Sydney Col- Sharon Harrup lege and others have long (Sharon Harrup is the President worked with STEPS to & CEO of STEPS Inc. STEPS’ cor- keep the recycling opera- porate offices are located at 225 Face Coverings Mandated as State Remains in Phase 1 tion going while aiding our Industrial Park Road in Farm- mission to “Move Lives ville.) STATEWIDE - Following establishments, except when 2. Northern Virginia and Ac- Forward.” an announcement last week eating comack County moved into STEPS has partnered Southside Messenger from Virginia Governor Ralph -On public transportation Phase 1 on May 29. with Prince Edward County Office Hours Northam, face coverings are -When accessing state or Northam stated, “We are for approximately 21 years. mandatory in certain set- local government services making progress to contain Mon.-Thurs. 9am - 5pm We have done our best to tings starting Friday, May 29. The following are the only the spread of COVID-19 and Friday Closed Area towns such as Kenbridge exceptions to this require- now is not the time for Vir- shared the information signed ment: ginians to get complacent. Executive Order Sixty-Three, -While eating or drinking Science shows that face cov- that requires Virginians to -While exercising erings are an effective way to wear face coverings in public -If you have trouble prevent transmission of the indoor settings to help con- breathing or are unable to re- virus, but wearing them is tain the spread of the novel move the mask without help also a sign of respect. This is coronavirus in an abbreviated -If your health conditions about doing the right thing format. prohibit wearing a face cov- to protect the people around Face coverings will be re- ering us and keep everyone safe, quired as follows: The Virginia Department especially as we continue to -Applies to everyone age of Health is the mandating slowly lift public health re- 10+ enforcement agency for this strictions in our Common- -Inside ALL brick and new requirement. wealth.” mortar retail establishments Governor Northam also -Inside ALL personal care stated that the Common- and grooming establishments wealth has only been in Phase -Inside places where peo- 1 for less than two weeks and ple congregate numbers have not subsid- -Inside food and beverage ed enough to move to Phase

Southside Virginia COVID-19 Cases Update SOUTHSIDE - Coronavirus most cases in this area with took a backseat to the protests well over 200 now confirmed. around the country this week, County Positive Cases but cases have continued to Breakdown from the VDH: climb around the state and in Amelia: 25 - +4 from last Southside Virginia. The total week number of cases in the state Appomattox: 31 - +5 that have tested positive are Brunswick: 25 - +4 45,398 while people having Buckingham: 459 - +9 to be hospitalized has grown Charlotte: 23 - +4 to 4,694. Deaths linked to Charlottesville: 116 - +12 COVID-19 are now 1,392. Chesterfield: 1,548 - +398 From last week to this Cumberland: 37 - +11 week, Charlotte Coun- Goochland: 99 - +9 ty jumped to above 20 cases Halifax: 30 - +1 so far while Lunenburg in- Lunenburg: 13 - +5 creased to double digits as Lynchburg: 80 - +3 well. Prince Edward had one Mecklenburg: 217 - +17 of the bigger increases with Nottoway: 29 - +10 nearly 30 new cases. Meck- Powhatan: 35 - +6 lenburg continues to have the Prince Edward: 134 - +26 WE PREFER EMAIL! Send your letters, releases and photos to [email protected]; ad inquiries to [email protected]; calendar listings to [email protected] A12 June 4-10, 2020 The Southside Messenger

June 6, 1944 Parry’s Ponderings In the military, D-Day is with machine guns and other the day on which a combat artillery. Did the unmasking of Gen. Flynn make him (and attack or operation is to be Private Robert “Bobby” those around him) more susceptible to the Corona- initiated. The best-known Johns, at 14, lied about his virus? Just wonderin’ D-Day was during World War age and joined the Army. At II on June 6, 1944 - the day just 16, he was the youngest of the Normandy landings - soldier to parachute into Nor- initiating the Western Allied mandy on D-Day. His frantic Virginia Outreach News effort to liberate mainland family tried their best to lo- Europe from Nazi Germany. cate him while he was fight- Happy Birthday wish- This D-Day was import- ing in World War II. Private es to everyone celebrat- ant for several reasons, the Johns was killed in Le Mesnil, ing a birthday this week! most important being that it France in July 1944 at the age June 4 - Marie Far- marked the first time in the of 16. rar, Chase City; Henriet- war that Allied troops threat- If you visit the National ta Brooks Mosley, Red Oak June 5 - Michael Foster, ened Germany’s control of D-Day Memorial at Bedford, Northern Va.; Cheryl Brod- nology for the day an opera- Europe. Virginia, you can get an un- gon, Randolph; The Normandy Invasion, tion begins, any operation. derstanding of World War II. Beachler Hensley, Ashe- also called Operation Over- There was a 10-mile I urge each one reading this ville, N.C.; Vernell Clark, lord, is the most celebrated stretch between Omaha Beach column to visit this memori- Phenix D-Day of the war because of to the west and Juno Beach al. You will never forget it or June 6 - Sa- the simultaneous landing of to the east. Bad weather on the men who fought to give die Johnson, Red Oak U.S., British, Canadian and June 5 caused this invasion to us our freedom. June 7 - Quanita Roberts, French forces on five separate be moved to June 6, that and This Saturday, June 6th Drakes Branch VIRGINIA beachheads in Normandy, other factors such as the low marks the 76th anniversary of June 8 - Richard Wil- France. tide. Even then, the men met D-Day. The youngest serving liams, Richmond; Martha C. FREEMAN Hoppens, Chesterfield, Va.; With a huge force of over high winds, German opposi- D-Day veteran is 90-year-old Charles Crawley, Dinwid- tion and tidal currents that 150,000 soldiers, these Allies Jim Radford. He was serving die attacked and gained a victory kept the landing crafts off as a 15-year-old “galley boy” June 9 - Julia Mosley, that became the turning point shore. aboard a tugboat on June 6, Randolph prayers and good wish- for World War II in Europe. These soldiers were “sit- 1944. These veterans, all in June 10 - Nan Gee Austin, es go out to all of you in World War II actually be- ting ducks.” One American their 90’s, are concerned that Farmville; Lisa Foster Ham- your time of need. You have gan when Germany invaded said, “Omaha was a killing people, especially students, lette, Madison Heights; our deepest sympathy. Poland in 1939. The invasion zone” and another referred will fail to comprehend the David Pugh, Keysville Thought for the week- began on September 1 but the to it as a “shooting gallery.” HIGH COST OF FREEDOM! Wishing all of you a very Happy Birthday. Enjoy Whatever you decide to do war didn’t officially begin I have visited Normandy and It is up to us, you and me, make sure it makes you until Great Britain and France the bluffs overlooking the to share their legacy, edu- your day, be happy. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! happy. declared war on Germany. beaches are very high with cate people, and to remember concrete bunkers in place The “D” stands for day them for their service to our WE NEED TO SHOW LOVE TRUST STATUS because it’s military termi- where the enemy was perched country to keep us free. TO ONE ANOTHER NOT HATE Trust is like a mirror, GOD LOVES US ALL NO MAT- once it’s broken it’s nev- TER WHAT. HE MADE US er the same. Without trust, ALL AND EVERYTHING GOD you have nothing. Never MADE WAS GOOD. THE DEV- trust someone who wouldn’t IL MAKES YOU DO BAD. YOU stand up for you. It’s Lonely? Change the Tape CAN ONLY SERVE ONE - IT’S hard to trust another per- EITHER GOD OR THE DEVIL. son after you’ve been be- I CHOOSE GOD. HE IS THE trayed by the one you Do you ever feel lone- hurts. Yours is a coun- trusted the most. Never try-western ballad. I’ve been ONE WHO WOKE US UP THIS ly? Pardon the expression, MORNING AND I LOVE HIM lie to someone who trusts done wrong. I’m not putting but you’re not alone. Feel- AND I LOVE ALL OF YOU SO you. Never trust someone ing lonely is a common com- the pain down. My hurts de- LET’S LOVE NOT HATE. who lies to you. Before ly- plaint. Have you listened to fine my life. ing to one who trusts you, remember one of the Bobby Vinton’s song, “Mr. The most significant fac- Get well wishes to all difficult things to do is to Lonely”? How much despair tor in determining how long of the sick and shut in. we live is the strength of a Hope all of you are well build trust after it has been do you have to put yourself in broken. to sing these lyrics? person’s social network. To soon and up and about. You are in our prayers for a speedy Simply put, loneliness is put it another way, if you have recovery. News in to me by Sun. due to a lack of connection. It a durable group of friends, 6 p.m. Call or text me, can be caused by a loss, with- they will support you in such or you can leave me a a way as to extend your life. Sympathy to all of the out replacement, that leaves families who lost a loved message. 434-568- Take the first step to build- a hole. The death of a loved one recently. Our heartfelt 0243 [email protected] one or the end of a relation- ing friendships and stopping ship can be the reason for a a soldier, away from home loneliness. Change the tape broken connection. Moving through no wish of my own. that is playing in your head. to a new city can cause sev- Letters, never a letter. I’ve Tell yourself you are good State Board Holds the Line ered connections. A new job been forgotten. Oh, how I enough. You don’t have to be in a new state creates not only wonder how it is I failed. I’m afraid, the risk will have a re- a physical separation, but if Mr. Lonely. His tape moans ward. Stop making excuses, on Community College allowed, can create emotion- he has nobody, away from you can find the time. And, al separation from family and home, forgotten, and failed. you can learn from the past, Tuition and Fees for Fall 2020 friends. He has no way to talk or com- not make the same mistakes Being in a relationship municate; no phone calls, no and not expect everyone to RICHM0ND - The State Board for Community Colleges, does not guarantee the ab- letters. act the same as the people by a unanimous vote, elected to maintain the current in- sence of loneliness. Marriage Several basic tapes play in who hurt you. And, lastly, state tuition and mandatory fees for fall 2020. The Board’s is not the same as a connec- our minds that lead to lone- learn to communicate. decision means tuition will remain at today’s rate of $154 tion. Couples can lead a lone- liness. Which tape is playing Yes, friendship takes ef- per credit hour – keeping community college tuition and ly existence. Being lonely in in your mind? fort; that is why the phrase is mandatory fees at approximately one-third of the compa- rable costs of attending Virginia’s public four-year univer- a relationship seems odd be- Not having a healthy making friends. Remember, sities. This marks the second year in a row that the Board cause we’re with somebody. self-image. A poor self-im- the effort is worth the re- age can come very quickly, ward. has voted to hold tuition and fees steady for the coming We share space with that per- fall. it does not take much ef- Two people are better off son. However, space does not “We are doing everything we can to be an affordable, than one, for they can help equal connection. fort to emerge. David Burns, accessible resource for Virginians. Some people find them- When the key ingredi- MD, points this out when he each other succeed. If one selves unexpectedly out of work. Others are looking for ent to connection is missing, said, “a poor self-image is person falls, the other can safer, convenient options to pursue their college aspira- and without this element, the the magnifying glass that can reach out and help. But some- tions. We want to be there for them,” said Glenn DuBois, feelings of loneliness can and transform a trivial mistake or one who falls alone is in real Chancellor of Virginia’s Community Colleges. “We’re ask- most likely will occur. Com- an imperfection into an over- trouble. Likewise, two people ing the Board to hold the line on tuition and fees for the munication is the central whelming symbol of person- lying close together can keep fall. We’d like to maintain that rate beyond the fall, if the state funding exists to help us do that responsibly.” relationship/connection in- al defeat.” Your track plays I each other warm. But how Further, the State Board maintained the existing tui- gredient. Communication is am not good enough to be in can one be warm alone? A a relationship. person standing alone can tion rate for out-of-state students, which is $354.10 per the foundation upon which credit hour. all connections are built. The Not willing to take a risk. be attacked and defeated, but Your song is saying, why take two can stand back-to-back feeling of not being heard or TuiTion differenTials listened to breaks the links the chance, I failed before. and conquer. Three are even For the second year in a row, there were no increases to in a communication chain. The risk is too high. It is ok better, for a triple-braided the tuition differential rates charged at eight of Virginia’s Without this chain, there is to live in fear. cord is not easily broken. Ec- 23 community colleges (Germanna, John Tyler, Northern no foundation for the rela- Not recognizing the need. clesiastes 4:9-12 Virginia, Piedmont Virginia, Reynolds, Tidewater, Thom- tionship. The central theme of your re- Cheryl Gowin and Den- as Nelson, and Virginia Western). Tuition differential rates Bobbie Vinton sang .. I’m frain is I don’t need others. I nis Gowin. Call us with your allow colleges to address unique and specific institutional priorities. Mr. Lonely. I have nobody for have too much in my life to feedback, comments, is- my own. I wish I had some- allow time for others. sues, or questions; our phone Not letting go of the past number is 434-808-2637. About Virginia’s Community Colleges: Since 1966, Vir- one to call on the phone. I’m ginia’s Community Colleges have given everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the right skills so lives and communities are The Southside Messenger strengthened. By making higher education and workforce train- ing available in every part of Virginia, we elevate all of Virginia. Together, Virginia’s Community Colleges serve approximately Office Hours: 241,000 students each year. 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VICTORIA - The 2020 school year has been one of Supervisors to many firsts and one of many events missed, but Lunen- burg County Public Schools Hold Budget Michael Stephens and Central High School ad- ministrators and staff made this past week a memorable Public Hearing Zellers Denied one for the seniors. The exciting week of LUNENBURG - The Parole for events for the CHS Class of Lunenburg County Board 2020 included a curbside of Supervisors has set their celebration where seniors public hearing for the fis- Murder in 1993 were recognized around cal year 2020-2021 budget to campus and families could take place at the General Dis- LUNENBURG - In a year drive through and see the trict Courtroom on June 11. where some prisoners have signs for the graduates, a The 2020 current adopt- been able to be released from Virtual Class Night and a ed year budget includes an state facilities, many people drive through graduation overall general fund amount in the area were pleased that event on Saturday where of $10,410,172 and the pro- Charles Edward Zellers was graduates had their name posed general fund revenue not among them. Zellers is called and got to walk and balance for this coming year a Lunenburg man who was receive their diplomas. is $12,011,378. found guilty of the death Central High School The total budget amount and forcible sodomy of his Principal Sharon Stanislas from last year’s adopted bud- 19-month-old stepson Mi- stated, “You made it! This get is $34,864,525 and this chael Stephens in 1993. will likely be one of the year the total budget amount The Virginia Parole Board most memorable years in is $37,667,207. This public was in session for a hearing your educational career. The hearing will be held in con- on Zellers last week and his lives of the entire nation junction with the Board of petition was denied. Victim changed on March 13, 2020. Supervisors regular month- Services Coordinator for the We evolved from a two- ly meeting for the month of Virginia Parole Board Lisa week break to virtual and June. Bowen informed Lunenburg distance learning for the re- The Board of Supervisors Commonwealth’s Attorney mainder of the school year. will then meet on Thurs- Robert Clement last week At this time, there were so day, June 18, 2020 to adopt that the Parole Board made many disappointments and the budget with any changes the decision to deny discre- uncertainties around school from the public hearing. The tionary parole to Zellers and sports, prom, graduation, total budget can be viewed at he was also given a three- and the list goes on. Howev- www.lunenburgva.org. year deferral whereupon he er, you rose to the occasion The meeting will still be will not be reviewed again for and adjusted to the current under guidelines including: discretionary parole until the situation as a result of the -All Supervisors will ad- second quarter of 2023. Pandemic: Covid-19. Thank here to social distancing. Clement had issued a let- you for your patience, co- All citizens/guests who at- ter to the Parole Board re- operation, and dedication tend the Board of Supervi- garding this case stating, during this unforeseen and sors meeting must maintain “As the prosecutor of this unprecedented event in your a distance of at least six feet case against Charles Zellers, See Graduation - Page B4 apart at all times. I am expressing my opposi- -It is requested that ad- tion to the release of him on vance inquiries about agen- parole. During my career as da items be directed to the the Commonwealth’s Attor- County Administrator pri- ney of Lunenburg County for LCPS Superintendent Offers Thoughts on the Class of 2020 or to the meeting at tgee@ 39 years, this was without a lunenburgva.net or by phone doubt the most heinous crime LUNENBURG - In a year nal months and days of your perseverance in the face of where everything was dif- senior year, hanging out with adversity. You have shown at 434-696-2142 to address I ever prosecuted.” your concerns prior to the Clement noted that “With ferent, including the tra- friends, dreaming about one us that poise is an essen- ditional graduation day last summer before you all tial skill that reaps many Board meeting. the jury trial ready to com- -Depending on social mence, the defendant chose events, Lunenburg County head out in different direc- rewards. You have shown Public Schools Superinten- tions. You may lose experienc- strength and determina- gathering (10 or less) limita- to accept a conviction of First tions, we will research elec- Degree Murder and Forcible dent Charles Berkley still es like competing with your tion can overcome chal- wanted to be sure that the classmates on spring sports lenges. And finally, you tronic meeting participation Sodomy.” for citizens. Please watch our Clement also noted that 2020 graduates know how teams, the chance to attend have shown that sacrifice proud the school system and the Junior/Senior Prom, the can strengthen personal Facebook page (Lunenburg Zellers “is still expressing no County, VA) and the website responsibility for his crime community are for their for- chance to go on your Senior capacity. Please don’t look titude in making it through Trip, and most importantly back on your Senior year at www.lunenburgva.org for and no remorse.” updates. The cause of death in the a different and difficult -sit to have the traditional grad- as the year that could have case given by the Medical uation during the last half of uation experiences with Class been. Instead, remember Examiner was “suffocationthe year. Night and walking across the this time as a golden op- School Breakfast and by smothering.” There were Mr. Berkley wrote the stage receiving your diploma. portunity for what might gruesome details about the following letter to the grad- It is natural that you may be be and remember this Lunch Will Continue force used in murdering the uates. feeling sad- this situation quote: “While life is not Through July child and the signs of abuse. has certainly created a sense fair, your possibilities are Clement sent an autopsy re- Dear Central High School of loss. endless.” You have prov- LUNENBURG - With the port and some of the photos Graduates of 2020, You are no strangers to en yourselves to be resil- school year officially - com of injuries to the child, in- I want to express my adversity. Nineteen years ago, ient and it is obvious that ing to a close for students cluding the hole above his lip congratulations to each of you entered the world at an- you come from a strong on Saturday, many people in as a result of his tooth pierc- you on successfully com- other tumultuous time, when heritage of folks who help the area are wondering how ing through the skin from pleting an important mile- the world, post 9-11, was each other when times are that affects the meals that Zellers pressing his hand so stone in what will be just forced to adjust and change tough. Give back to your have been provided to stu- hard against his mouth while one of many accomplish- our way of life as a result community where you dents since the closure for suffocating him. ments in your lifetime. You of the worst terrorist attack may live because our lives COVID-19. New and old injuries were made it to the final stretch, our country had ever expe- should be one of service. Lunenburg County Pub- found elsewhere on his body, rounded the corner, and rienced. You came into the You will forever repre- lic Schools Food Service Su- including injuries at the time you are about to become world during a time of cha- sent your high school and pervisor Claudia Daniel said of death related to sexual as- the 54th graduating class of os, and chaos is now ushering your community so never recently that meals will con- sault. Central High School. Despite you out of high school and forget these two things: tinue as they have been at Clement also sent a pho- the Covid-19 madness that pushing you into adulthood. “CHARGER PRIDE” and the locations and in a drive tograph of Michael stating swirls around us, forcing us You are used to uncertainty “NOTHING IS BIGGER up manner on Mondays and that it was a “reminder of to close schools for the rest and you know how to handle THAN THE HEART OF A Thursdays in Lunenburg the victim who cannot speak of the year in mid-March, unpredictable times. CHARGER!” through the month of July. out against the release of each of you will receive your While the class of 2020 is I speak not only for She noted that on Monday Zellers.” diploma on May 30, 2020. visionary, nobody could have myself, but for the School there will be three breakfasts Clement told the parole I know, and your par- anticipated our current cir- Board and our entire com- and three lunches given out board that he has “never ents and families know, cumstance becoming a real- munity, “Congratulations and on Thursday there will be been able to erase the autopsy you are disappointed, up- ity! While it would never be to each of you and we are two breakfasts and lunches photographs from my mem- set, confused, and sad, this my wish to have our senior all proud of the Class of given out. ory. My interviews with the is not how the last three year disrupted in this man- 2020.” Daniel stated, “As of now, Medical Examiner still linger months of your senior year ner, I can tell you that you Charles M. Berkley, we plan to go through the end in my mind,” thus highlight- was supposed to go. You’re have experienced many les- Jr. -Division Superinten- of July.” The meals are avail- ing the brutal nature of the potentially missing out on sons that will benefit you dent in of Lunenburg County able for any child ages 2-18 crime. being able to enjoy the- fithe future. You demonstrated Public Schools from Lunenburg County. B2 The June 4-10, 2020 SOUTHSIDE MESSENGER Hickory Hill is Latest Elderly Care Facility with COVID-19 Outbreak NOTTOWAY - With COVID-19 numbers continu- ing to increase in Southside Virginia, a facility in Notto- way County has become the latest elder care facility to be hit by numerous cases. The Piedmont District of the Virginia Department of Health began investigating an outbreak at the facility last week. Hickory Hill founder and administrator of Hickory Hill Retirement Community Dee Mullens commented on the SEC HELPS LUNENBURG COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT: situation with a May 29 re- Throughout the COVID-19 health crisis, there have been many people and organizations helping each other with items such lease from the location. as food, protective equipment and other needs. The Lunenburg The release stated, “Hick- order) they implemented a Mullens stated, “The County Sheriff’s Office recently received a donation to help their ory Hill Retirement Commu- rigorous modification to- opHickory Hill Management deputies. LCSO officials stated, “Thank you to Southside Electric nity has recently fallen victim erations which included a to- team is committed to pro- for the donation of hand sanitizer for our deputies.” to the COVID-19 virus. This tal lockdown of the facility. viding the best possible ser- release will provide as much They had a positive test for vice in a safe environment factual information as possi- a worker at the location on for each of its residents. We ble to educate the reader on April 23, but that individual sincerely thank our residents Kenbridge what is transpiring at our fa- has recovered. and family members for their cility and what we are doing The release said that prayers and continued trust Body Shop in response to the immediate Hickory Hill has four health in us to deliver that service. challenge.” care professionals and eight As they say, ‘We are all in this 106 N. Broad St. Hickory Hill officials said residents who have now test- together.’ And together, we Kenbridge, VA 23944 that on March 12th (prior to ed positive for the virus with- will all get through this diffi- (434) 676-2055 our Governor’s stay-at-home in the assisted living wings. cult and challenging period.” • Auto Repairs • Inspections • Full Service Body Shop Lunenburg Elementary Schools Promote Fifth Graders

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June 11, 2020 Meeting KES CELEBRATES FIFTH GRADERS MOVE TO MIDDLE SCHOOL: Kenbridge Elementary School had a 6:00PM 1. Call to Order successful 5th grade “graduation” last week as the students that will move on to middle school next year 2. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance: Supervisor Hoover were honored by teachers and administrators. Organizers of the event stated, “We had an incredible 3. Requests for Additions to the Agenda turnout at our 5th grade drive-thru ceremony! It was wonderful seeing so many of our sweet students! 4. Conflict of Interest Statements & Organizational Matters We are sending an outstanding group of students to middle school!” 5. Consent Agenda: A) Minutes of the May 14, 2020 Meeting B) Warrants for Approval May 2020 C) Treasurer’s Reports April 2020 PUBLIC HEARING 6. Public Hearing on Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Lunenburg County Budget 7. Monthly Reports A) VA Department of Transportation B) Lunenburg County School Board 8. County Offices and Departments A) Sheriff's Fund Transfers 9. Nominations and Appointments A) Social Services Advisory Board B) Heartland Regional Authority Board 10. Planning and Economic Development Update 11. Administrator’s Update 12. County Attorney Update 13. Closed Session Items (if necessary) 14. Other Business (per Board approval) 15. Adjournment

GUIDANCE FOR 6-11-2020 MEETING: -All Supervisors will adhere to social distancing. All citizens/guests who attend the Board of Supervisors meeting must maintain a distance of at least six feet apart at all times. -It is requested that advance inquiries about agenda items be directed to the County Administrator prior to the meeting at [email protected] or by phone at 434-696-2142 to address your concerns prior to the Board meeting. -Depending on social gathering (10 or less) limitations, we will research electronic meeting participation for citizens. Please watch our Facebook page (Lunenburg County, VA) and the website at www.lunenburgva.org for updates. -This meeting plan is subject to change, based on further action by the Governor of Virginia and/or the Lunenburg County Board of Supervisors. -It is the intention of the Lunenburg County Board of Supervisors to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Should you need special accommodations, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at 434-696-2142 prior to the meeting date.

VES HONORS FIFTH GRADERS: Victoria Elementary School hosted their Fifth Grade Promotion event last week and students enjoyed the chance to get their certificates and see some of the teachers and administrators again before heading to Lunenburg Middle School next year. Organizers stated, “We had an amazing turnout tonight for our 5th grade promotion drive-thru! We are so proud of our students’ hard work at VES and wish them all the best at middle school!” Parents were able to bring their students to the VES bus loop for an informal promotion ceremony where teachers handed out belongings and certificates. The B3 SOUTHSIDE MESSENGER June 4-10, 2020 The Wright Report

This year has been a challenging one, to say the least. The killing of George Floyd in Minnesota last week is just the latest in what seems to be a series of terrible events happening in the U.S. and around the world. The George Floyd killing set off a frenzy of protests around the nation, including in Virginia that transformed into riots. This Valedictorian: Addison Lillian Salutatorian: Reid William Historian: Emma Kate Reynolds, comes on top of the first McDaniel, daughter of John and Thomas, son of Will and Jayne daughter of Drs. Michael Reyn- days of Governor Northam’s Lori McDaniel of Kenbridge. Thomas of Crewe. olds and Lisa York of South Hill. mask order and the chaotic – at best – rollout and en- forcement of the mandate. There is no doubt that Kenston Forest Hands Out Seventh Grade Awards what happened to George two days of arson and riot- Floyd was horrific anding before declaring a state Frances Farley Farrar demonstrates the same spirit knowledge of their state’s wrong – there is no ex- of emergency. When faced (Fairer) Citizenship Award as David. Lily Grace Coleman, history and instilling in them cuse for it. The vast, over- with a peaceful Second Frances Farley Farrar daughter of Jodi and Charity a deep appreciation for their whelming majority of law Amendment protest in Jan- (Fairer) was a local Coleman of Alberta, is the rich Virginia heritage. This enforcement truly stand to uary, he declared a state of Blackstone citizen, who in recipient of this award. year the recipient of the protect and serve. The few emergency that started two her life, stressed character Virginia B. Crawley Award is who abuse the power of their days before the rally even and contributed generously in Virginia B. Crawley Reid William Thomas. badge should be punished to began and before the firstboth time and love to Kenston History Award Science Award: (Highest the full extent of the law. In person ever arrived on Capi- Forest School students. The Virginia B. Crawley academic average) Reid tol Square. the midst of this we cannot Each year a 7th grade History Award is presented to William Thomas forget the valuable service Governor Northam’s re- student is chosen who has the student with the highest Mathematics Award: our police officers provideactions to both the riots and every day by putting them- the Coronavirus have been shown great citizenship and academic average in social (Highest academic average) selves in harm’s way. a lesson in how not to lead random acts of kindness in studies. PreAlgebra 7: Kenlee Mae Peaceful protest is not during a crisis. our Kenston Forest School Virginia Crawley was Mosher; Math 7: Ashton only allowed but is wel- As we look at the news, community. This year the a long-time resident of Bryant Lafoon comed in the Common- how heartbreaking it is to recipient of the Frances Farley Blackstone, Virginia. She Excellence in Language wealth of Virginia and see the unrest and rioting Farrar Award is Reid William taught seventh grade at the Arts (Highest academic across our nation. Ameri- that is going on in major Thomas. Blackstone Day School for average) Addison McDaniel cans have every right and cities across our land. For many years and at Kenston and Reid Thomas justification for beingthe on third successive night in The Bitsy Hardy Award Forest for one year prior to Seventh Grade Teachers: our own capital city of Rich- the streets peacefully pro- Mrs. S. Gray Hardy (Bitsy) her retirement in 1982. As a Math- Mrs. Sarah Simmons, testing the death of George mond. Where is the peace? was one of many whose efforts teacher, Mrs. Crawley’s first Language Arts- Mrs. Cam Floyd. Arson is not protest- Peace can only come when ing. Looting is not protest- there is the peace of God helped to fulfill the dream love was Virginia history. She Williams, Science- Ms. ing. Vandalism is not pro- in our hearts. The Devil is of Kenston Forest School. was dedicated to providing Brittni Jones, History- Mrs. testing. It is tragic to see playing havoc with us and Her concern and support for her students with a broad Sarah Dunn these protests hijacked by we all must resist his ploys. young people in this area, as outside groups and Antifa Pray for peace... for God to well as her desire to encourage NOTICE TO KENBRIDGE TAXPAYERS troublemakers who want to shed his grace upon us and cultural experiences for our play at anarchy. grant us peace. Help us to youth in the community, has 2020 FIRST HALF PERSONAL PROPERTY AND REAL ESTATE TAXES As Republicans have be unified...regardless of the been an inspiration to those HAVE BEEN MAILED AND ARE DUE JULY 15, 2020. pointed out many times color of our skin. With God who worked with her. Mrs. as our Father, brothers all since January, the right of Hardy served on the Board the people to peacefully as- are we. Taxes Not Paid By This Date Will Be Subject To An Immediate 10% of Directors for fifteen years. semble and petition their I hope you will continue She spent many hours seeking Penalty and 10% Interest. government for the remedy to contact us if there is any way we can be of assistance. funds to provide the facilities of grievances is a funda- If you own property in Kenbridge and have not received a tax bill, mental Constitutional right. You can reach my office we enjoy today; among It is telling that Gov- at 434.696.3061 or DelT- her chief projects was our please call 434.676.2452. ernor Northam waited for [email protected] Kenston Forest gymnasium. Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve you of your The purpose of the Bitsy responsibility to pay. Hardy Award is to recognize the 7th grade student Postmarks after July 15, 2020 will be considered late and will incur Victoria Fire and Rescue Responds who most exemplifiesa penalty the charge. characteristics Kenston Forest to Vehicle Accidents School requires: upholding Marsha A. Nash character, scholarship, Treasurer LUNENBURG - Victoria at the scene by EMS respond- service and leadership. This Fire and Rescue responded to ers, but was not injured. year the recipient of the Bitsy a pair of accidents last week Another accident last Hardy Award is Reid William DAVID C. WATKINS, III involving a driver hitting week involved a vehicle driv- Thomas. ATTORNEY-AT-LAW a fence and another driver en by Emily Zuniga-Leon striking a parked car. that hit a parked car along David Wade Wright Spirit The first accident took Washington Avenue in Vic- Award Criminal Defense ~ Civil Litigation place on May 24 when Law- toria. Victoria Fire and Res- David attended KFS until renceville resident Tiffany cue transported the driver to he passed away at a young age Residential and Commercial Clary crashed her Honda Ac- VCU/CMH. Zuniga-Leon of and in the 7th grade. He was Real Estate Transactions cord through a fence along Kenbridge was charged with not always the best student or Nutbush Road before striking reckless driving. athlete, but he always showed Domestic Law ~ Traffic Law ~ Business Law a tree. Clary was checked out great spirit and tried his best in everything. David’s (including the formation of LLCs) parents, Billy and Daphne Norfleet and Bobby and Judi Wright, and his brother Cory, ELDER & WATKINS, P.C. U.S. Marshals Make Arrest in Victoria are strong supporters of Kenston Forest School. Every 200 David Bruce Ave., P.O. Box 55, Charlotte Court House, VA 23923 VICTORIA - A North man was found and year, Daphne recognizes a 434-542-5005 • Fax 434-542-5114 apprehended near apartments Carolina resident who was graduating 7th grader who wanted by the U.S. Marshals on Main Street in Victoria. HOURS - 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. was arrested in Victoria The U.S. Marshals Fugitive last Thursday. The wanted Task Force noted that Martin violated probation man was identified as Tony following gun charges. Mitchell Martin, Jr., who was He was part of a group of being sought for a federal men who were charged with probation violation. murder following a robbery The 37-year-old and killing in Reidsville, Greensboro, North Carolina North Carolina.

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Graduation Continued from B1 life.” The Valedictorian this year for CHS was Savanna Fowler and the Salutatorian was Dalton Ashworth. The Citizenship Award went to Caleb Bailey. The Honor Graduates for the Class of 2020 were Sa- vanna Fowler, Dalton Ash- worth, Justin Hall, Victoria Simmons, Hannah Breedlove, Marianna Williams, Cole Wil- liams, Kaylee Paler, Grant Fo- ley, Jonathan Hatchett, Emily Franklin, Sorie Scott and Kyle Bailey. The Southside Messenger Tri-County Sports Charlotte, Lunenburg and Prince Edward Co. Athletic News THE SOUTHSIDE MESSENGER • June 4-10, 2020 B5 Silence Broken At South Boston Speedway As Track Opens For Testing

SOUTH BOSTON - Since give drivers and race teams March 13 South Boston Speed- an opportunity to prepare for way sat silent, temporarily the time when we can start closed due to the COVID-19 our season.” pandemic. Dawson said he has been At 11 a.m. on Monday, the preparing himself for the silence was broken. 2020 season by looking after Drew Dawson of Nathalie, his health. Virginia fired up his Limited “I’ve been trying to keep Sportsman Division racer and healthy, be ready for these made the first laps on the .4- hot summer nights,” noted mile oval since state and na- Dawson, who finished fourth tional officials shuttered all in the 2019 South Boston but the most essential busi- Speedway Limited Sportsman nesses across the Common- Division point standings. wealth of Virginia in March. “These hot summers defi- “Being out of the car this nitely work on you if you’re long builds up more butter- not in shape. I’m making flies,” Dawson remarked. sure I drink plenty of water “Going that long without and things like that. I’ve also being behind the wheel of a been lifting weights around car like that, there is so much the house. It’s hard to work technology and so many out when the gyms and so things you need to know, it forth are shut down.” makes you feel like you’re Dawson is optimistic going to forget. As soon as about his chances of having you sit in the driver’s seat, a good 2020 season at South those butterflies and those Boston Speedway. thoughts fly on out of the “I feel pretty great,” window.” Dawson said. Dawson pointed out it “I’ve got a new set of was good to be back at South shocks on the car, and I can’t Boston Speedway. thank Steve Stallings and “It’s great to be back in Stallings Classic Cars enough. the car and see the car on the He has helped me a whole track,” Dawson added. “It’s been hard sitting lot. My dad, Stephen Trickey, at home and not being able and my brothers have put in a to race. You try to not think whole lot of work on the car about it. You try to think over the winter. Trey Crews is about what you can do to try here with us at our test, and to make things better with he is helping me, telling me the car and saving your mon- what I need to do better on ey so you can be ready for the the track to pick up speed.” first race.” in place, is open for teams to the pit area must be clear by must continue to follow the “I feel with the new Due to national and state practice and test. 5 p.m. mandates and regulations set shocks and the other things mandates South Boston Drivers and teams wish- “We hope we can get our by Virginia Governor Ralph we have found out that have Speedway cannot yet open for ing to practice must contact season started soon,” said Northam and state and local made the car faster we will racing. However, the track, the speedway office duringSouth Boston Speedway Gen- officials. be sitting in Victory Lane this with strict requirements for office hours and - sched eral Manager Cathy Rice. “While we cannot hold social distancing, limits in ule practice via telephone or “We are as anxious as races yet, with the proce- year,” added Dawson. the number of persons al- e-mail at least a day in ad- our fans are to get our sea- dures we have put into place “I need to get this car into lowed inside the facility and vance. Practice hours will be son started and see cars back we can safely open the track Victory Lane and show my other preventive measures from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and on the track. However, we for testing and practice and fans we can really do it.” Former Statesmen Among Players Leading ODAC Stats

HAMPDEN-SYDNEY - also tied for third in wins (3). The ODAC sports conference Hot at the Dish | Sever- is home to many area ath- al players were off to strong letes who play for schools starts offensively. To high- in that league including light a few -- SU’s Keegan Hampden-Sydney. Many of Woolford was #1 in the ODAC the area high schools send in homers (5), OBP (.600), players to continue their col- and SLG (.927), second in RBI lege careers at ODAC schools (20) and runs (22), and third Free Fishing Days in Virginia This Weekend and the league website re- in total bases (38) and batting cently talked about devel- (.463). Ferrum’s Tim Orte- STATEWIDE - Virginia Department of Game and In- oping storylines and players ga was atop the ODAC in to- land Fisheries recently announced their Free Fishing Days that they would have like to tal bases (39), second in hits event. The days are coming up on June 5-7. On those days, have been able to follow if not (24), and third in homers (3), you don’t need a license to fish, so it’s the perfect time to for the seasons being can- RBI (18), walks (13), and SLG get the family out for a day of fishing. celled. (.684). Hampden-Sydney’s If anyone needs info on fishing basics they can visit Two of the players men- Andrew Kasiski led the ODAC https://www.dgif.virginia.gov/fishing/free-fishing-days/ tioned are former Ran- in hits (28) and batting (.491) for informational videos on how to get started. dolph-Henry standouts as and tied for third with SU’s Pictured are Keith Phillips and his son Luke of Lunen- senior Hampden- Sydney Henry Delavergne in OBP burg who recently had some fun fishing times! pitcher Bradford Webb and (.547). SU’s Grant Thompson sophomore outfielder Jordan Bradford Webb was second in batting (.479). Jones. Webb was among the Guilford’s Isaiah Hairston save leaders while Jones was was second in OBP (.551) VHSL Offering Free Officiating Courses near the top of the ODAC in fifth in ERA (1.73). Ferrum’s and SLG (.865) and third in steals and walks. Drew Calohan led the ODAC homers (3). Emory & Henry’s STATEWIDE - Virginia High School League officials are Below are exerpts from in wins (4) and IP (32.1). Chandler Kezele was second offering free offici- ODAC.com discussing the R-MC’s Michael Zubovich in doubles (9) and tied with ating courses over league leaders. was first in wins- (4),Bridgewater’s sec Jacob Talley for the next month in Crafty on the Hill | Sever- ond in IP (31.0), and fourth fifth in inRBI (17). W&L’s Joe an effort to find al players were off to strong strikeouts (32). Bridgewater’s Gazin led the ODAC in steals people interested starts on the hill. To highlight Tucker Garrison was third in (16). EMU’s Jordan Jones in officiating at the a few -- W&L’s Tom Kellogg wins (3). VWU’s Jacob Pilar- was second in steals (12) and high school level. ski was second in K/9 (13.71) VHSL stated, “As led the ODAC in ERA (0.86). third in walks (13). R-MC’s H-SC’s Chase Mayberry was and fourth in strikeouts (33). a way to say thank second in strikeouts (38) and Bridgewater’s Brett Tharp, Ryan Duphorn was first in you, the NFHS ERA (1.20) and third in IP H-SC’s Bradford Webb, and runs (25) and third in walks Learning Center is (30.0) and wins (3). Lynch- Lynchburg’s Grayson Thur- (13) and steals (11). Bridge- offering FREE - offi burg’s Brandon Pond was man all tied for third in saves water’s Jarret Biesecker was ciating courses until July 1 for all officials or -those inter third in ERA (1.29). EMU’s (3). Ferrum’s Will Davis, second in hits (24) with ested in officiating.” John Judy was third in wins H-SC’s Trenton Tiller, and Hampden-Sydney’s Nick There are 11 courses available to take and can be ac- (3) and strikeouts (34) and Lynchburg’s Kinston Carson Grohowski. cessed at https://nfhslearn.com/home/officials. The B6 June 4-10, 2020 SOUTHSIDE MESSENGER Longwood Basketball Assistant Cited Among Nation’s Best

FARMVILLE - Longwood jor assistants in the nation, men’s basketball assistant earning recognition in Silver coach Donovan Williams was Waves Media’s “50 Impact- cited among the top low-ma- ful Low Major Coaches in DI Men’s Basketball” list. The list was compiled by the editorial staff at Silver Waves Media and included coaches who have not held Lake Country SPCA head coaching positions at PET OF THE WEEK the Division I level and are currently on staff at a- pro gram within one of 13 confer- ences: America East, Atlantic Sun, Big South, Big Sky, Big West, Horizon, Mid-Eastern Athletic, Northeast, Ohio Val- ley, Patriot League, South- western Athletic, Southland and Western Athletic. Williams and Radford as- sistant Donny Lind were the lone coaches from the Big South Conference to appear on the list. Williams, who joined the 2018-19. whose widespread coaching ing sophomores Heru Bligen Lancer bench in June of 2019, Williams’ most recent duties also include academ- and Leslie Nkereuwem, who Now 8 months old, Karter has has more than a decade of successes came in Farmville ic oversight of the program, emerged as key contributors spent all his kitten life here at experience at the Division I where he helped Longwood helped the Lancers achieve a during Longwood’s stretch the shelter, missing a lot of level and boasts a coaching head coach Griff Aldrich -conprogram-record 3.20 grade run, and sophomore forward wonderful experiences. Silly, resume that includes trips to tinue the Lancers’ resurgence point average this past spring. Abraham Deng, who started sweet and irresistible, this the NCAA Tournament with during a 2019-20 season in Heading into the 2020-21 the first 12 games of the- sea which the program earned a season, Aldrich, Williams, and son. young fellow is so gentle in Georgia Tech and Lafayette, a record fourth-place finish infellow assistant coaches Mar- Along with the returners, his play, with soft paws and a Patriot League championship the Big South. The Lancers ty McGillan and Austin Shaver Longwood welcomed four lovely purr. He is never rough with Lafayette, and 20-win seasons with three differentfinished the regular seasonhave assembled a deep roster signees as part of a 2020 re- or aggressive. Karter does programs. He has recruit- winners of eight of their finalbolstered by 10 returners, in- cruiting class that bolsters love a lively game of chase, ed and mentored more than 11 games that year, surging cluding the junior guard duo the program at every posi- and hide and seek though. to a top-four Big South - finof Juan Munoz and DeShaun a half dozen all-conference tion. Making up that group This little cutie takes his ap- ish and a first-round bye Wade, in who combined to av- selections during that time, are guards Justin Hill (Hous- pearance seriously, and is al- the Big South Championship erage 17.9 points per game including Ivy League scor- ton, Texas) and Jermaine ways spotlessly clean without ing leader and All-Ivy first-for the first time in programlast season. Also returning Drewey (Houston, Texas) and a smudge or a spot. He de- team honoree Matt Morgan in history. are junior forward Christian forwards Jesper Granlund lights in himself. Karter is Fe/ his final season at Cornell in Additionally, Williams, Wilson, who appeared in all 32 games and averaged 6.2 (Helsinki, Finland) and Zac LV tested, neutered and vac- points off the bench,- ris Watson (Plano, Texas). cinated. Won’t you think about giving him a forever home? Fourth Street Due to Covid-19, the shelter is not open normal hours, so if Motor Company interested in adoption, please call (434) 374-8076, or email lakecountryspca@yahoo. Body Shop FREE com to make an appt. Mechanical Repairs ESTIMATES! to see pets. 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FARMVILLE - Longwood On the hardwood, he was a men’s basketball head coach two-time all-district first- Griff Aldrich has once again team honoree and the 2018 tapped into the Texas basket- District Co-Defensive Player ball pipeline, this time bring- of the Year, and capped his ing in veteran forward Zac high school career by helping Watson as the fourth signee Liberty to a second district in his 2019-20 class. championship. A 6’7”, 215-pound for- ward from Plano, Texas, Also a 1,000-point scorer Watson will transfer to Long- at Liberty, Watson finished wood after playing his first his career ranked No. 2 on the two seasons of Division I bas- program’s all-time scoring ketball at UC Riverside where list following a senior season he was a key contributor both in which he averaged 16.0 as a starter and off the bench. points and 8.0 rebounds per Now a Lancer, he joins a game. Longwood program that last Off the court, Watson will season earned a school record major at business admin- fourth place finish in the Big istration at Longwood and South. aims to pursue a career in the A decorated high school sports or entertainment in- player from Texas power- dustry after the conclusion of house Liberty High School, are seeking to establish with program.” landers as a freshman in his playing career. Watson’s first two seasonsour at culture and program.” Aldrich and the Lancers 2018-19, logging six dou- Watson’s addition to the the collegiate level saw him Watson becomes the got a first-hand look at- Watble-digit scoring games, 6.1 Longwood program gives average 4.6 points and 3.5 fourth member of Long- son during the first monthpoints and 4.0 rebounds per the Lancers a veteran squad rebounds in 57 career games wood’s 2019-20 signing class of the 2019-20 season when game during that season. heading into the 2020-21 at UC Riverside. His defensive and the third Texan among he contributed five points “Just from knowing coach season, bolstered by a four- presence helped the High- that group, joining incoming and five rebounds in 16 min- Aldrich and the staff for a man junior class that in- landers emerge as one of the freshman guard Justin Hill utes off the bench to help thelittle less than a month, I’ve cludes Watson, point guard nation’s top defensive teams (Travis High School/Houston, Highlanders overcome Long- gotten a good feel of the fo- Juan Munoz, shooting guard in 2019-20, ranking eighth Texas) and forward Jesper wood in the Collegiate Hoops cused culture of Longwood,” DeShaun Wade and forward in the NCAA and atop the Big Granlund (Helsingin NMKY/ Roadshow on Nov. 26. Wat- said Watson, who was also Christian Wilson. Munoz, West Conference by holding Helsinki, Finland), and junior son’s performance in that committed to Ivy League Wade and Wilson all aver- opponents to 60.6 points per guard Jermaine Drewey (Pa- game came during a sopho- member Dartmouth College aged at least 18.0 minutes per game. nola College/Houston, Texas). more season in which he shot in high school before signing game in 2019-20, with Mu- noz leading the team in scor- “We are extremely excit- “Zac will bring a diverse .569 (29-of-51) from the with UC Riverside. “The pro- skillset to our program and floor and ranked fourthgram is on on the rise, and I feel ing, Wade starting 22 games ed to have Zac join the Lancer and Wilson emerging as one be capable of playing a variety the team with 9.93 rebounds like I can jump in and con- basketball family,” said Al- of the top bench scorers in drich, who has led Longwood of positions that will be very per 40 minutes. Among his tribute. I’m just grateful and the Big South. Along with to its winningest two-year valuable,” Aldrich continued. top performances that year excited for the opportunity.” those four juniors, Longwood stretch in more than two de- “He has played at the highest was a 12-rebound, four-as- Watson’s success at UC also returns impact freshmen cades. levels of AAU basketball and sist effort in UC Riverside’sRiverside followed a stand- Heru Bligen, who averaged “Zac is an outstanding for outstanding coaches at season-opening road win at out prep career in North Tex- 13.0 minutes per game, and player, an excellent student the high school and collegiate Power Five school Nebraska. as, where he was a two-sport Leslie Nkereuwem, who ap- and a terrific young man. levels.He We look forward to Zac Watson was also a 22- athlete at Liberty High School peared in all 32 contests and exemplifies much of what wemaking a big impact on our game starter for the High- in basketball and football. led the team in dunks. Hampden-Sydney College Golfers Earn 2020 ODAC Golf Honors

HAMPDEN-SYDNEY - former Director of Athletics eight rounds of par or bet- Hampden-Sydney College as well as football and golf ter. He tied for second at the senior Adam Hade/Richmond coach at Randolph-Macon. Royal Lakes/Oglethorpe Fall was selected as the 2020 Old Hunter Martin ranked 18th Invitational on October 7-8 Dominion Athletic Conference in DIII and sixth in the region in Flowery Branch, Georgia, (ODAC) Men’s Golf Ted Keller with his team-best 71.69 posting a 69-68--137. Fer- Sportsman of the Year, and scoring average through six guson tied for 14th national- third-year head coach Chad tournaments and 16 rounds. ly in DIII first round scoring Eisele garnered Jack Jensen He posted season-low scores (72.33), tied for 15th in par 4 Coach of the Year honors for of 67 for 18 holes (twice), scoring (4.11), tied for 20th in the second-straight year, as 138 for 36 holes and a team- par 5 scoring (4.81) and bird- announced by the confer- best 210 for 54 holes. Mar- ies (51), tied for 21st in av- ence office. Hade was tin alsoearned a one Top Five and erage score (72.94), tied for First Team All-ODAC selec- two Top 10 individual finish- 27th in pars per round (11.00) tion, as were sophomores es among six Top 20 placings and tied for 40th in par 3 es Poll (fifth) and the Golfstat the Year | Adam Hade, Sr., John Hatcher Ferguson/Rocky overall with three rounds in scoring (3.21). John previous- Division III Top 25 (sixth). Hampden-Sydney College Mount and Hunter Martin/ the 60’s among eight rounds ly was named a 2020 NCAA H-SC posted one tourna- ALL-ODAC FIRST TEAM Gloucester Point, while senior of par or better. He tied for Division III PING Honorable ment win among six Top 10 Lance Keiser, Sr., Ferrum Bruce Shober/Appomattox fifth at the Gordin CollegiateMention All-American and (three top five) team finishesCollege was a Second Team All-ODAC Classic on September 30-Oc- to the PING All-South Region in six tournaments, averag- James Mishoe, Sr., Guil- ford College choice. tober 1 in Columbus, Ohio, Team. ing 289.44 per round to rank John Hatcher Ferguson, Adam Hade ranked 57th posting a 67-71-73--211. Bruce Shober ranked 88th fourth in DIII and third in the So., Hampden-Sydney Col- in NCAA Division III and 27th Martin ranked fourth nation- in DIII and 38th in the region region. The Tigers led DIII in lege in the South Region with ally in DIII first round scoring with his 73.88 scoring aver- first round scoring (73.37), Adam Hade, Sr., his 73.44 scoring average (71.00), fifth in par 4 scoring age through six tournaments was second nationally in par Hampden-Sydney College through six tournaments and (4.06), sixth in average score and 16 rounds. He posted sea- 4 scoring (4.14) and pars per Hunter Martin, So., 16 rounds. He posted sea- (71.69), tied for seventh in son-low scores of 70 for 18 round (11.11), third in average Hampden-Sydney College son-low scores of 68 for 18 par 3 scoring (3.06), eighth holes, 141 for 36 holes and 212 score (73.46), fourth in par 3 Brian Peccie, Sr., Wash- holes, 141 for 36 holes and in birdies (58), tied for 14th for 54 holes. Shober earned scoring (3.15), fifth in final ington and Lee University 211 for 54 holes. Hade earned in par 5 scoring (4.79), tied one Top 20 finish overall withround scoring (73.57), sev- ALL-ODAC SECOND TEAM two Top 10 individual finishes for 19th in final round - scor seven rounds of par or better. enth in par 5 scoring (4.94) Zach Evens, Sr., Guilford among three Top 20 placings ing (72.17) and ranked 21st in He tied for 12th at the Golf- and eighth in birdies (226). College Addison Manring, Jr., overall with two rounds in pars per round (11.19). Hunter week Division III Fall Preview The complete 2020 All- Guilford College the 60’s among seven rounds previously was named to the on October 13-15 in Miramar ODAC Men’s Golf Teams and Bruce Shober, Sr., of par or better. He tied for 2020 NCAA Division III PING Beach, Florida, posting a 71- special award winners are Hampden-Sydney College eighth at The O’Briant-Jen- All-America Second Team 70-71--212. Shober tied for listed below. The conference Austin Brooks, Fr., Ran- sen Memorial on October 28- and the PING All-South Re- seventh nationally in DIII pars release can be found here. dolph-Macon College 29 in Greensboro, North Car- gion Team. per round (11.63), was 23rd in ODAC Golfer of the Year Pierce Robinson, Fr., olina, posting a 74-69--143. John Hatcher Ferguson par 4 scoring (4.14), tied for | James Mishoe, Sr., Guilford Washington and Lee Univer- Hade tied for 13th nationally ranked 47th in DIII and 20th 29th in final round scoringCollege sity in DIII par 3 scoring (3.09), in the region with his 72.94 (72.67), tied for 35th in par Jack Jensen Coach of ALL-ODAC THIRD TEAM tied for 15th in par 4 scoring scoring average through six 3 scoring (3.18), tied for 36th the Year | Chad Eisele, Jacob Laughlin, Jr., (4.11), tied for 22nd in pars tournaments and 16 rounds. in average score (73.88) and Hampden-Sydney College Bridgewater College Jason Spaar, Jr., Bridge- per round (11.13), was 29th in He posted season-low scores tied for 49th in par 5 scoring ODAC Rookie of the Year water College average score (73.44), tied for of 68 for 18 holes (twice), a (5.02). Bruce is a three-time | Austin Brooks, Fr., Ran- Jack Lee, Jr., Guilford Col- 42nd in birdies (46) and tied team-best 137 for 36 holes All-ODAC selection during his dolph-Macon College lege for 48th in first round scoringand 212 for 54 holes. Fergu- four years at H-SC. ODAC/Virginia Farm Bu- Harry Hodgert, So., Uni- (73.83). Adam is the first -Ti son earned one Top Five indi- Chad Eisele led the pro- reau Insurance Scholar-Ath- versity of Lynchburg ger golfer since 2007 to garner vidual finish among three Top gram to Top 10 National lete | Brian Peccie, Sr., Wash- Robert Quinilty, Sr., the Sportsman Award named 20 placings overall with four Rankings in both the Division ington and Lee University Washington and Lee Univer- after the late Ted Keller, a rounds in the 60’s among III Bushnell Golfweek Coach- Ted Keller Sportsman of sity

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• On June 18, 1812, the day after the Senate and the House of Representa- tives vote to declare war against Great Britain, President James Madison signs the declaration into law — and the War of 1812 begins. It was partly in response to the forcible induction of American seaman into the British Royal Navy. • On June 15, 1846, Great Britain and the U.S. sign the Oregon Treaty, establishing the U.S.-Canadian border as the 49th parallel from the Rocky Mountains to the Strait of Georgia. • On June 16, 1884, the first roller coaster in America opens at Coney Island, in New York. Known as a switchback railway, the roller coaster traveled at approximately 6 mph and cost a nickel to ride. • On June 19, 1905, some 450 people attend the opening day of the world’s first nickelodeon, located in Pitts- burgh. The storefront theater boasted 96 seats and charged each patron 5 cents to view live vaudeville acts as well as short films. • On June 17, 1958, the Second Narrows Bridge, being built to con- nect eastern and northern Vancouver in western Canada, collapses, killing 59 workers. The bridge rose 175 feet above the water. • On June 20, 1975, “Jaws,” a film directed by Steven Spielberg that made countless viewers afraid to go into the water, opens in theaters. The story of a great white shark that terrorizes a New England resort town became an instant blockbuster and the highest-grossing film ever at the time. • On June 21, 1982, John W. Hinck- ley, Jr., who on March 30, 1981, shot President Ronald Reagan outside a Washington, D.C. hotel, was found not guilty of attempted murder by reason of insanity. Hinckley’s defense argued that he was obsessed with the 1976 film “Taxi Driver” and the lead actress, Jodie Foster. Hinckley was released from the mental institution in 2018. © 2020 Hearst Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved B10 June 4-10, 2020 The Southside Messenger

1. Name the group that had a hit with “Play That Funky Music.” 2. Kenny Loggins’ “For the First Time” was used in the soundtrack of what film? 3. Which artist released “Speedy Gonzales”? 4. Name the group that released “Israelites.” 5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “When I think about those nights in Montreal, I get the sweet thoughts of you and me.” Answers 1. Wild Cherry, in 1976. Unfortu- nately, it was the only hit the group ever had, possibly because they went through over a dozen members in their short run. 2. “One Fine Day,” starring Michelle Pfeiffer and George Clooney, in 1996. The song received a Grammy nom for Best Original Song. Songwriter James Newton Howard has written for over 100 films. 3. Pat Boone, in 1961. Amazingly enough, the song shot to No. 6 on the U.S. charts, and did even better inter- nationally, hitting No. 1 in Belgium, Italy, Norway and others. 4. Desmond Dekker & The Aces, in 1968. 5. “I Just Wanna Stop,” by Gino Van- nelli, in 1978. Vannelli got his first big record deal by racing after Herb Alp- ert in a studio parking lot, hotly pur- sued by security guards, to give Alpert a demo tape. Alpert signed him. © 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

1. HISTORY: Who was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence? 2. MOVIES: Which dwarf wore glasses in Disney’s “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”? 3. MEASUREMENTS: How many years are in a millennium? 4. FAMOUS QUOTATIONS: Which stand-up comedian once said, “There are two seasons in Scotland: June and winter”? 5. GEOGRAPHY: Which country is home to Mount Kilimanjaro? 6. MEDICAL: What is the common condition known as “muscae voli- tantes”? 7. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which university’s athletic teams are known as the Ducks? 8. MUSIC: Which singer/songwriter is known as the “Man in Black”? 9. MONUMENTS: Which U.S. mon- ument is known as the Mother of Exiles? 10. TELEVISION: What was the name of Norm’s favorite restaurant in the “Cheers” sitcom? Answers 1. John Hancock 2. Doc 3. 1,000 4. Billy Connolly 5. Tanzania 6. Eye floaters 7. University of Oregon 8. Johnny Cash 9. The Statue of Liberty 10. The Hungry Heifer © 2020 King Features Synd., Inc. The Southside Messenger June 4-10, 2020 B11

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Community Calendar

ATTENTION READERS: All community Keysville beginning at 6:30 p.m. Call 735- Restaurant, Keysville, 6:45 p.m. Centra Community Hospital, 800 Oak p.m., for grades K-5th, at Drakes Branch calendar events are subject to change 8415 or 696-2202 for info. • VFW Lunenburg Post 9954 & Street, Farmville; Open Discussion Baptist Church. Snacks, homework help in response to the COVID-19 virus • Town of Phenix Council meetings Auxiliary meets monthly on the second • Sunday, 8 p.m.; Lifeboat College Church, by certified teachers, Bible stories and outbreak. Please use contact info to will be held the second Tuesday of each Saturday at 8 a.m. for breakfast and the College Road, Hampden-Sydney; Open lessons, games and crafts. To register or check with the below organizations month. fourth Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. for supper Literature for more information, call the church at before attempting to attend a meeting • GFWC Charlotte County Women’s and business meeting, at 1000 Marshal • Monday, 8 p.m., Not Alone, Farmville 434-568-4021. or event. Club, a Volunteer Community Service St., Victoria. United Methodist Church, 212 High • Bible Study Class every Wednesday National woman’s club, meets second • Calling all “HAMS” The Charlotte Street, Farmville; Open Literature evening, at Drakes Branch Baptist Community Calendar is a free service Tuesday of each month at Central Middle County Amateur Radio Club meets at • Tuesday, 7 p.m., Keysville Reflections, Church, for all middle school students. of the Southside Messenger. We School in Charlotte Court House, 6 p.m. Keysville Fire Station, 500 Osbourne Briery Presbyterian Church, 181 Briery The material used will be AWANA welcome all groups, churches, schools For info, call 547-3305. St., the first Sunday of every month, 3 Road, Keysville; Open Literature material. For more information, call 434- and businesses to send us your events • American Legion Post 99 & American p.m. Experienced hams welcome and • Wednesday, 8 p.m.; Not Alone, 208-8496. and we will publish them free of charge, Legion Auxiliary Unit 99 regular monthly beginners encouraged to attend. Classes Farmville United Methodist Church, 212 • “That the World May Know” Video as space allows. Send your event to meeting will be held the second Monday available, contact Dan (K5KHZ) at 434- High Street, Farmville; Open Literature Series every Sunday evening, 6-7 p.m., [email protected]. of each month. Auxiliary will meet at 6:30 210-8383 for information. • Thursday, 12:15 p.m.; Nooners Big Book at Drakes Branch Baptist Church. Free Be sure to include the date, location, and p.m. with the Post meeting at 7 p.m. • Lunenburg County Republican Benders, Johns Episcopal Church, 400 and open to the public. time of the event, as well as any cost or Location: Sinai Road and Mallard Lane, Committee meets the first Monday High Street, Farmville; Literature Study • Empowerment Bible Study will meet fees. For-profit events will not be included Halifax. For more info, call 434-476-7179 of every month, January-October and • Friday 6:15 p.m.; Women’s Group, first and third Thursday of each month, 5 in this calendar. or 476-1268. December; November will be the first VASAP, 4026 W. Third Street, Farmville; p.m., at Morrison Grove Baptist Church, • Lunenburg Rotary Club meets every Tuesday, at Marion’s Restaurant, Victoria, Open Discussion Charlotte Court House. All women and Meetings Tuesday (except the 5th Tuesday) 12 6 p.m. • Saturday, 1 p.m.; Joy of Living, Meherrin girls are welcome. • Arc of Southern Virginia meets on the noon-1 p.m. Meeting is held the 1st • Charlotte County Republican Presbyterian Church, 4999 Patrick Henry • Drive-In Church at Grace Community first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 in the Tuesday of the month at Mildred’s Meals Committee meets the second Thursday Hwy., Meherrin; Open Literature Church, Charlotte Court House (next to Leggett Auditorium at Halifax Regional in Kenbridge; all other Tuesdays at of each month at the Charlotte Court • Saturday, 8 p.m.; Lifeboat College Dollar General), every Sunday, 11 a.m. Hospital in South Boston. If desired, Uptown Café in Victoria. House Town Office, 325 George Church, College Road, Hampden- Worship and praise God in the comfort participants may bring a bag supper or • Charlotte County Democratic Washington Hwy., Charlotte C.H., 7 p.m. Sydney; Open Literature and safety of your car. Social distancing purchase a carry out supper from the Committee meets on the third Monday For more information, call 434-470-0537. practiced; text prayer request from your hospital’s Bellwood Café. For more info, of each month at 7 p.m. at the Drakes • Habitat for Humanity Charlotte Ongoing Events phone to one of the lay leaders. Sermon call 434-222-8931. Branch Municipal Building. County Committee meets the third • AWAG Shuttle Sign-up Every Tuesday by Pastor Robert Perrin. • Chase City Chamber of Commerce • Jack Garland American Legion Unit Monday, 7 p.m., in the basement of AWAG (Animal Welfare Action Group) will • 2020 Senior Cool Care Program, meets the second Thursday of each 32 & Auxiliary meets the third Thursday Drakes Branch Baptist Church. For more be at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial a partnership of Piedmont Senior month at noon in the Chamber Office. of each month, 6:30 p.m., at the Farmville information, call/text 434-208-0558 or Library from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. For Resources Area Agency on Aging, • Farmville Rotary Club meets every VFW Post, Main St. email [email protected]. more info, call the library at 434-352- Department of Aging and Dominion Thursday from noon to 1:00 p.m. at • Piedmont Area Veterans Council 5340. Energy. This year marks the 30th year of Charley’s Waterfront Café in Farmville. (PAVC) meets the third Monday of every Support Groups • Breastfeeding Class Centra Southside providing fans, and now single-room air • Keysville Lighthouse meets on the month at the Farmville VFW, beginning at • Cancer Support Group meets the third Community Hospital in Farmville will be conditioners, for eligible seniors, age 60 second Saturday at Sheldon’s Restaurant 10:30 a.m. Monday of every month at 5:00 p.m. at holding a breastfeeding class on the and older. For more information, call 434- in Keysville beginning at 9:30 a.m. • VFW Post 7059 holds meetings the Brian’s Steak House, located at 625 E. first Tuesday of the month from 6 to 8 767-5588 or email [email protected]. • Keysville Ruritan Club meets every first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., Atlantic Street in South Hill. This monthly p.m. in the Quad Conference Room at third Monday in Ash Camp Baptist Church Graham Road, Farmville. support group is for adult patients with Centra Southside Community Hospital, Blood Drives Fellowship Hall in Keysville at 6:30 p.m. • Heart of Virginia Classic Auto Club cancer, their families, friends, and Third Street in Farmville. For info and • Drakes Branch Municipal Building, • The Charlotte County Grays, Sons meets the second Monday of each month caregivers. registration call 434-547-9637 4818 North Main Street, Drakes Branch, of Confederate Veterans, meets on the at Merk’s Place, Farmville, at 6 p.m. for • HIV/AIDS Support “Safe Space,” • Dance at the VFW Hall, located at 1055 will be holding a blood drive on Thursday, third Tuesday at Sheldon’s Restaurant in dining and 7 p.m. for the meeting. a group for individuals living with HIV/ L.P. Bailey Highway in Halifax, will hold a June 18, 1-6 p.m. • Central High Museum, Inc. located AIDS, meets on the third Thursday of dance every Friday night from 9:00 p.m. at 515 Thomas Jefferson Highway, every month; location is private for the to 1:00 a.m. Tickets are $25 per couple, Events Charlotte Court House, meeting will be privacy of our participants. For more info $15 for singles. Snacks, ice and sodas Thursday, June 4 held every second Thursday, 5 p.m. and meeting location,. contact Marquis D. will be available for purchase. Music by • Caregiver Support Program for • The 320 Ladies Prayer & Bible Study Mapp at 434-392-9461. D.J. Barry & June. Proceeds will go to caregivers of those living with Dementia/ Group meetings are every Tuesday, • Cancer Connections Meetings are held various programs benefiting veterans. Alzheimer’s, 11 a.m.-12 noon. To 7 p.m., at Mt. Tirzah Baptist Church, the third Monday of every month from 5 to • Food Bank St. Luke Church of God participate, you MUST register by calling Charlotte Court House. We are a diverse 6 p.m. at the Hendrick Cancer & Rehab in Christ, located on Arvin Street in the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800- group from all around the Southside area, Center in South Hill, Va. For more info, Keysville, will sponsor a food bank every 272-3900. You may join via internet or and we love to worship, pray and dig into contact Mary Hardin at 434-774-2417. fourth Saturday from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. phone. For more information, call Marion the Word. For more information, contact • Domestic Violence Support Groups Please bring your own bags or boxes to Kyner at 434-547-7850. Wanda Stewart at 434-547-4405. Tri-County Community Action Agency carry your food. • Latino’s and Alzheimer’s: A Time • American Legion Post #260 meets the hosts Support Groups on the first and • Drakes Branch Music Hall on Main of Sharing and Support 9-10 a.m.. To third Thursday of each month at Sheldon’s third Tuesday of each month. For more Street will be hosting a dance every participate, you MUST register by calling info, call 434-572-1136. Thursday night from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800- • Single & Parenting Support Group sponsored by the Drakes Branch Ladies 272-3900. You may join via internet or We’llWe’ll help you weather life’slife’s storms. meets each Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., at Club. The cover charge is only $5.00 to phone. For more information, call Marion Drakes Branch Baptist Church. For more attend this event. Kyner at 434-547-7850. information, call Barbara at 434-568-4021 • 12-Step Biblical Program Midway Mondays-Thursdays, 4:30-7:00 p.m. Baptist Church, 2595 Midway Rd. in Friday, June 5 • Celebrate Recovery meets every Phenix, Va. will present a 12-step Biblical • Living with Alzheimer’s for Tuesday night from 6:45-8:30 p.m., at program – Celebrate Recovery - every Caregivers-Late Stage-Part 1 an Memorial United Methodist Church, Thursday Night at 6:30 p.m. For more education program, 11 a.m.-12 noon. To Appomattox, in Legacy Hall, for adults info, contact the church at 434-376-3574. participate, you MUST register by calling CORNEORNERSTONERSTONE IINSURANCENSURANCE age 18 and older. Childcare is available Childcare provided. the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800- AAuto,uto, HomeHome,, Health, Life,Life, Traveler’sTraveler’s & ProgressiveProgressive upon request. For more information, • Prince Edward Area Meals on Wheels 272-3900. You may join via internet or contact the church office at 434-352- Fundraiser last Wednesday of each phone. For more information, call Marion Gary DD.. WalkerWalker • 201201 LegrandeLegrande Ave.,Ave., CCCHCH • 4434-542-430134-542-4301 5705. month, 4-8 p.m. at Bojangles, Farmville. Kyner at 434-547-7850. • Recovery Support Group sponsored • TPCC Food Pantry CVFB delivers by NAMI Connection, for adults living on the third Wednesday of the month – Tuesday, June 16 FAMILY OWNED with mental illness, the second Sunday distribution is the next day (Thursday) • Free Virtual Training “Understanding & OPERATED FOR of each month, 2-3:30 p.m., at Central from 9:30-12. Regular hours of TPCC Adverse Childhood Experiences” OVER 45 YEARS Virginia Regional Library, 1303 W. Third Food Bank Mon.-Thurs. 8:30-11:30 (ACEs), 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The training will St., Farmville. Lunenburg County residents only. be interactive and take place via Zoom. • Compulsive Eaters Anonymous- • Women’s Bible Study each Friday at 11 To register visit crossroadscsb.org and HOW meets on Thursday mornings from a.m.-12 noon in the J. Robert Jamerson click on Links to find the ACE flyer to 10-11 a.m. at the Farmville Presbyterian Memorial Library conference room. For register. Church, 200 W. 3rd St., Farmville. For more info, please call 434-352-8574. more information, contact Joan at 434- • Worship Service of the Safe Haven Monday, June 22 607-1576 or Debbie at 518-248-7220. Christian Ministries, each Sunday, 10:30 • Free Virtual Training “Understanding • Online Caregiver Support Group will a.m., at 5150 Three Sixty Highway, Adverse Childhood Experiences” (ACEs), meet via Zoom Meeting, for persons Meherrin. Pastor is Rev. Gloria Eanes. 1-4 p.m. The training will be interactive caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or • Community Prayer Breakfast is held and take place via Zoom. To register visit Dementia, beginning Thursday, March 19 the first Tuesday of each month at Moton crossroadscsb.org and click on Links to and continuing every Thursday at 2 p.m. Museum, 7:30 a.m., in the auditorium. find the ACE flyer to register. Contract Hauling • Excavator Service For more information, call Marion Kyner • Do you need a ride to church? Drakes Front End Loader Service - Both Track & Rubber Tire at 434-547-7850 or email mkyner@kinex. Branch Baptist Church offers free van Saturday, July 18 net. service on Sunday mornings. Call the All types of Sand - Masonry, Concrete, Playground & Horse Arenas • 30 Year Reunion of Randolph-Henry church office at 434-568-4021 or 434- High School Class of 1990. Email Driveway Stone • Landscaping Rock • Mulch • Fill Dirt • Ag Lime Alcoholics Anonymous 208-8496 if interested. [email protected] for further 401 Pisgah Church Road, Rice, VA 23966 • 434-767-4384 • Sunday 9 a.m.; Farmville Support, • Free Kids Club every Monday, 4-5:30 reunion information before June 1, 2020.

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Kenbridge: (434) 676-3275 • Victoria: (434) 696-2139 Blackstone: (434) 292-7676 • Farmville: (434) 392-9425 Keysville: (434) 736-8451 MEALS DONATED: Marble Hill Church of God in Meherrin donated just under 300 packets of instant meals to Piedmont Senior Resources this week. These are shelf stable meals that will www.hawthorne.law be used for emergencies for older adults. “We are so thankful for our faith-based partners,” said Interim CEO Thomas Jordan Miles III. The church also recently donated several five-gal - lon buckets to the agency filled with Bibles, toiletries, canned goods, and other essentials. WE PREFER EMAIL! Send your letters, releases and photos to [email protected];Pictured with ad the inquiri mealses to [email protected];are Miles and Nutrition Site calendar Coordinator listings to [email protected] Akers.