January 25, 2019

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Locally Owned And Operated Governor details budget proposals for education By Benjamin West Northam proposes teacher Capital News Service pay hike, expanded broadband RICHMOND - Gov. Ralph Northam outlined internet, funds for school his budgetary proposals to educators Wednesday: for a 5 percent teacher pay increase, expanded resource officers and broadband internet, funding for school resource counselors and bump officers and counselors, and a major bump in the state's rainy day fund. in state’s rainy day fund. "There is power in every child out there, and every child needs the same opportunity, and that event, members will do just that - meeting face to is access to a world-class education," Northam face with their representatives at the Capitol. said. Northam identified fields in which Virginians Seated at circular tables with their district's will find the "jobs of the 21st century." He named name printed neatly on a card, elected members science, technology, engineering, the arts, math of school boards from around the state listened to and health care and fields such as cybersecurity, speakers discuss the budget and policy proposals biotechnology, data analysis and artificial intelli- at the 2019 Virginia School Board Association gence. Capital Conference. "How do we educate our children so that they VSBA President R. Tyrone Foster said it's can be on a pathway for those exciting job oppor- important for attendees "to meet with your local tunities and careers?" the governor asked. legislators to make sure that we advocate for our He said Virginia's growing economy is giving children." On Thursday, the second day of the See NORTHAM, page A2 Weekend Weather ‘Beatle Guy of B’burg’ to host Saturday Sunday event for area‘Fab Four’ fans Mostly sunny, with a high near Partly sunny, with a high near 35. Light southwest wind 40. By MIKE WILLIAMS increasing to 5 to 9 mph in the Sunday Night - Mostly cloudy, The Patriot morning. with a low around 28. Saturday Night - Mostly "The Beatle Guy of Blacksburg" - better known cloudy, with a low around 24. to many in these parts as Pulaski native Fred Lark - has been a fan of the "Fab Four" since he was in elementary school in the 60's. For the now 60-year-old, 1976 graduate of Pulaski County High School, his passion for the British rock band hasn't waned one bit, and may have actually grown stronger. Next week, Lark will share his knowledge and interest in Paul, John, George and Ringo with other like-minded Beatles fans from the area in what Lark is calling the "Fab Four Fan Forum." The forum is set for Thursday, Jan. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Blacksburg Public Library. A flyer promoting the event urges other Beatles fans and those with an interest in learning more about the group to "Roll up for a 'Magical Mystery Tour!'" - borrowing from the title of the band's 1967 album of the same name. "Experience a rediscovery of everyday fab with a little help from some friends," the flyer continues. The forum will feature news, music, discussion and more about the band which got its start in Liverpool, England in 1960. While the Beatles broke up as a band in 1970, each of the four members - Paul McCartney, John

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Continued from page A1 the commonwealth funds that said. can be put toward educational His financial proposals goals. Northam said changes in include: the federal tax code and a proposed internet sales tax will • $50 million per year over contribute to the increase in five years "to make sure that government revenues. everybody across Virginia has "The question is: What will access to broadband." The gov- we do with it?" he said. ernor said, "If our children are Northam highlighted the working on a computer at importance of the rainy day school during the day and then fund, which he said accounted have an assignment at night, for $500 million of last year's and they don't have access to budget. broadband, their hands are liter- "Our economy right now is ally tied." doing well, but you never know • A 2 percent pay raise for what it's going to do next year," teachers on July 1 in addition to he said. the 3 percent already planned. Northam said he hopes to "That will be the largest one- save 8 percent of the budget by time pay raise for teachers in the end of his administration. over 15 years," Northam said. For current taxpayers, the governor addressed his plans for • $36 million per year for a fully refundable earned "hiring and supporting" school income tax credit "for those counselors. "Our children are making $54,000 or less" and a exposed to a lot of different Capital News Service photo raise in the Virginia standard tax things these days. They rely Gov. Northam reads his proclamation recognizing February 2019 as School Board Appreciation deduction. heavily on their counselors," he Month. Also pictured: VSBA President R. Tyrone Foster. Lastly, Northam addressed said. the future. • Several million dollars for "We pay them to teach, not to be Alena Yarmosky, the budgetary enhancing school safety and "We really are at a unique school resource officers. "I real- law enforcement." proposals were based on recom- ensuring the well-being of opportunity here to be able to ly don't think it's a good idea for • $80 million for school reno- mendations from the Children's Virginia's students," established invest some of this revenue into our teachers to be law enforce- vations and new construction. Cabinet, "a diverse group of by executive order last year. the future of Virginia," Northam ment officers," Northam said. According to press secretary stakeholders focused on Lark

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Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr - con- during next week's forum. tinued on with solo careers for several years. A semi-retired investor, Lark also plans next And Beatles music lives on to this day. week to talk up a dream he has of McCartney Only McCartney and Starr are living today, actually performing in Blacksburg - possibly and both are still performing. Lennon was shot even during his current "Freshen Up" world tour and killed in December 1980 in New York City as a stopover when the tour travels close to this by Mark David Chapman. Harrison died of can- area for its Raleigh and Greenville, S.C. con- cer in November 2001. certs. The Beatles still hold the record for being the According to Lark, McCartney - or more offi- best-selling band in history, with estimated sales cially Sir James Paul McCartney HC MBE - of over 800 million records worldwide. also performs what Lark describes as "ambient, "For four guys who didn't read or write music, alternative, mostly instrumental" music under they did pretty good," Lark said, noting that the the name of "The Fireman." Lark has introduced "Fab Four" still outsells 65 percent of today's listeners of Virginia Tech's student-run WUVT current artists. radio to "The Fireman" during his many guest He describes their music as always being appearances on the station. about "peace, love and understanding with a lit- Lark has a vision of McCartney appearing in tle bit about debate in there too." Blacksburg in a non-coliseum setting. Lark said he is finding today that high school McCartney, he reasons, would spend the first students are starting to gravitate to Beatles half of the show performing some traditional music more than college students. With that in hits from his Beatles days as well as from his mind, he recently visited his high school alma time with the band, Wings. Lark said the second mater and posted some flyers promoting next half would feature selections from "The week's forum. Fireman." Lark believes with all the promotion he's Lark has tried several times to pitch his con- done, the newspaper articles and radio mentions cert idea to McCartney's "people," but so far he's obtained a crowd next week of 300 or so is with no luck. But he's still holding out hope his possible. vision of a concert in Blacksburg can someday As any super fan, Lark owns all sorts of become a reality. Beatles memorabilia including magazines, For more on Lark's dream of Sir Paul coming albums, "45's," posters - you name it. Lark plans to Hokieland and more on the Beatles, don't to give away two or three items as door prizes miss next Thursday's forum. The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 - Page A3 Tuggle joins Insurance Center of Dublin as agent Brad Alley, owner of the Insurance Center of Dublin has announced the addition of veteran insurance agent Karen Tuggle to the agency. Tuggle has a strong insurance background, and will mark 40 dren and grandchildren. her aboard." years in the business in June. Karen is married to Gerald Many will remember her Tuggle and the couple resides in Tuggle joins Brad Alley and from her work with Buggs Dublin. They have three chil- Lynn White at the Insurance Tickle for 21 years at State dren together, Christopher Center of Dublin, which is in its Farm in Pulaski. She later Lewis, Kayla Hartley and third year of operation at 611 E. opened her own agency in Amanda Tuggle, and three Main Street in Dublin. The Dublin, which she operated for grandchildren, Eli, Gianna and agency represents major insur- seven years. Gage. ance companies such as Erie, "We are delighted to have Safeco, Loudoun Mutual and After that she moved to Karen join our team," said Assurity Life. Greensboro where she worked Alley. "She brings another You can reach them at 540- at Nationwide Insurance. dimension professionally to our 674-4678 or visit them online at In December she moved back agency. She has tons of experi- www.insurancecenterofdublin.c to the area to be near her chil- ence and we're happy to have om Warming Station in Pulaski again in search of volunteers By LINDA WILLIAMS guests, including serving meals ple/single or sisters and brothers The Patriot provided by area churches and in Christ teaming up together to Mike Williams photo Brad Alley, owner of Insurance Center of Dublin is flanked by volunteers, providing clothing volunteer, or families," said agents Lynn White and Karen Tuggle. The Warming Station in from the onsite clothing bank Barbettini. Pulaski is in immediate need of and light housekeeping," said volunteers. Volunteers willing Pastor Charles Barbettini of According to Barbettini, 4-H Teens in Action seeking members to stay overnight at the Taking It To the Streets sleeping quarters are available Warming Station to provide for Ministry. for volunteers or if volunteers Interested in hanging out with world what they are made of! the needs of overnight guests. Volunteer applicants must would feel more comfortable your teen friends while having Our goal is to reach out into our Volunteers are required also agree to a background they are invited to sit in the tel- some 4-H fun? community and make things hap- between the hours of 6:30 p.m. - check. "We are sure everyone evision room and read while Then join Pulaski County 4-H pen, to show the adults and lead- 7 a.m. understands why we must ask volunteering throughout the Teens In Action! (TIA!), a leaders how much we care about our "Women and men sleep in interested volunteers to agree night. ership and service learning club cities and communities. We even separate apartments. We are in with us on this point," said where teens and tweens plan enjoy fundraising to pay for most particular need of women vol- Barbettini. If anyone is interested, please activities and service projects to of our activities and events like unteers. Duties include provid- "This a great opportunity to contact Barbettini at 276-620- undertake in their towns, cities, eating out at restaurants, playing ing general care for overnight serve God whether it is as a cou- 4293. communities and take action!. laser tag, going to the movies and 4-H TIA! is a club for those attending weekend leadership that want to make a difference in retreats. Of course we also learn Giles early educators recognized their community and show the See 4-H, page A9 From Bethany Mott cial reward and incentive for pro- deprived families. ABCs was cre- Alliance for Better fessional development and reten- ated to foster high-quality fulltime Childcare Strategies tion, both G.I.F.T. and P.E.R.C. childcare, an essential infrastruc- reinforce early educators' profes- ture for a healthy community. On Thursday, January 24, nine sional status and help shape and Quality childcare infrastructure early educators in Giles County support career paths for our most benefits two generations. It sup- will be rewarded with cash valuable teachers. ports working families and can stipends that recognize their pro- The Alliance for Better end multi-generational poverty. At fessional development and dedica- Childcare Strategies is a local the same time, research shows that tion. 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission young children who can access The launch of this rewards pro- in the N.R.V. is to quality childcare arrive at kinder- gram, known as G.I.F.T. (Giles " Build the capacity of high- garten ready to succeed both in Incentives for Teachers), provides quality childcare and early educa- school and in life. bonuses to incentivize and reward tion throughout the region For more about G.I.F.T., early educators for attaining pro- " Support quality improvement P.E.R.C. or the Alliance for Better fessional credentials. G.I.F.T. rec- of all childcare and early educa- Childcare Strategies, contact ognizes that the most effective tion programs Bethany Mott, Executive Director, way of supporting our young chil- " Create affordable options and ABCs at [email protected] dren is to support our early educa- supports for economically or 540-494-7175. tors. On Thursday, January 24, three teachers at Kids & Co. and six teachers at Imagination Station will receive their first stipends that recur every six months. These twice-a-year cash awards recognizing credentials and professional development range from $500 for teachers achieving a C.D.A., $900 for teachers with an A.A. to $1200 for teachers with a B.A. The awards celebrations will take place at Imagination Station at 1:30 p.m. and 2:15 at Kids & Co., both in Pearisburg. Funding for G.I.F.T. came from an anonymous donor associated with G.E.E.P. (Giles Early Education Project). The Alliance for Better Childcare Strategies helped to create the program and manages the tracking of professional credentials and payments. As a part of the G.I.F.T. program, research is being conducted through classroom assessments and observations on the effective- ness of the stipend program in increasing higher-quality education in the classroom. G.I.F.T provides a significant financial incentive for early education teachers to develop professionally and remain in the field. This pilot project is a potential model for use statewide, as several states have similar incentive or tax credit systems. The G.I.F.T. incentive program has also served as an inspirational model for other New River Valley regions. Pulaski is currently fundraising for a program, P.E.R.C. (Pulaski Early Educator Rewards for Credentials) to support and sustain high-quality early education in Pulaski County. P.E.R.C. will also supplement the critically low earnings of early educators (generally $8 - $10.50 per hour without benefits). As well as providing a twice-yearly finan- Page A4 - The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019

DOROTHY JOAN will receive friends from 1:00 main#!/donation/checkout friends. Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski. (STURGILL) MCNALLY until 2:00 prior to services at the Surviving are: Dorothy Joan (Sturgill) church. In lieu of flowers, JAMES "JIMMY" WILLIAM His wife and caregiver, Martha STEVEN DALE MEEK II McNally passed away Tuesday, memorial contribution can be QUESENBERRY (Marty) Beckner Kemp. Steven Dale Meek II, age 2 of January 22, 2019 at made to the Alzheimer's James "Jimmy" William Daughter, Ashley Comerford and Christiansburg passed away Commonwealth Assisted Living Association (www.alz.org). Quesenberry, 71, of Draper, VA grandsons, Collin and Cole and Sunday, January 13, 2019 at the in Fairlawn, Va. She was two Arrangements are by Stevens passed away peacefully at home their father Dr. Matthew Roanoke Memorial Hospital. days shy of reaching her 88th Funeral Home, Pulaski, Va. on Sunday, January 20, 2019, Comerford of St. Augustine, FL. Born July 14, 2016 in birthday. She was born January after a long battle with cancer. Daughter, Leslie Steger and hus- Montgomery County he was the 24th, 1931 in LYLE THOMAS COMER He was born on October 25, band William Steger of Allisonia son of Kimball, Lyle Thomas Comer, 79, of 1947 to the late Clyde and and Granddaughter, Candace Steven Dale W estPulaski, passed away on Nannie Quesenberry. He was in Linville and husband, Jon Meek & Virginia, to Monday, January 21, 2019 in the Army and was a veteran of Linville and great-grand-daugh- Kayla the late Pulaski, VA. the Vietnam War. He worked at ter, Rachel Elizabeth of Nicole Walter and Lyle Thomas Comer was born Xaloy for 40 years. Hiwassee. His brother and Thomas. Clemmie in Rockbridge County to Charles Jimmy is survived by his wife friend, Lonnie Kemp and wife, He is sur- Sturgill. She Edward Comer Jr. and Mattie of 49 years, Bonnie Lewis Shirley, Pulaski. Sister-in-law, vived by his graduated Bell St. John on May 20, 1939. Quesenberry, and daughter Brenda Viars and husband Father & McNally from Bristol He graduated from Pulaski High Susan, son-in-law Joe, and Mickey, Brothers-in-law, Jerry Step-Mother V irginia School. He served in the Air grandson Hunter Shrewsbury, Beckner and wife, Janie and Meek S teven High School in 1947 and Force playing in the United along with a special granddaugh- Lewis Beckner. Several nieces Dale Meek Radford College in 1951, and States Air Force Band from ter Hope Lewis. and nephews. He was a loving & Michelle Meek taught elementary school in 1959-1963. He graduated from He is also survived by sisters: and caring father and grandfather Mother Richmond and Pulaski for over King's College. He worked as an Betty and her husband the late and will be missed by all who Kayla Nicole Thomas 25 years. She was preceded in ammunitions inspector for the Charlie Akers; Ruby and her hus- knew him. Paternal Grandparents death by her sister, Jane George. US Government until his retire- band the late Earl Hughes; We would like to thank the John & Elaine Digiovanni Surviving family members ment. He was a Shriner, where Juanita and husband Virgile staff and nurses of Carilion Maternal Grandparents include brother Byron Sturgill; he served as a volunteer driver to Hughes; Janet and husband Clinic Hospice for their support Ronnie Thomas husband of 68 years Robert Greenville Shriners Children's James Copenhaver; and Gail and and care. C.J. & Melinda Chrisley McNally; son Stephen and Hospital and circus, a Mason for husband Perry Kipps. Jimmy Funeral services were at Numerous aunts, uncles, daughter-in-law Debra Brunson over 50 years, a past Commander was also survived by brother, Stevens Funeral Home in Pulaski nieces, nephew and cousins McNally; daughter Valerie and of the American Legion in 1997 Buddy and wife Pat Quesenberry. Wednesday, January 23rd with Memorial services were held son-in-law Jabe Monroe; grand- with over 50 years membership, Jimmy was proceeded in death Pastor Dennis Trail officiating. January 19, 2019 at the Bower daughter Amanda Monroe; two a life member of the Disabled by one bother-in-law Charles Burial followed the service at the Funeral Home-Chapel, Pulaski great grandchildren (Julian and American Vets Association. (Wanda) Lewis. Jimmy was also Farris Mines Christian Church in with Pastor Jason Vaughn offici- Chloe), as well as several nieces Lyle is preceded in death by survived by brother-in-laws: Allisonia. ating. and nephews. his father and mother, former John and wife Dottie Lewis; Arrangements by Stevens To sign the online guestbook, While residing in Pulaski, Joan Chief of Police Charles E. Comer Reverend Bobby and wife Irene Funeral Home, Pulaski, VA. please visit www.bowerfuneral- participated in various garden Jr. and Mattie Bell Comer, sister, Lewis; Lee and wife Jan Lewis; home.com clubs and bridge clubs. Joan and Jean Comer and son, Ed Comer. Reverend Kent and wife Dianah REV. JAMES WILLIAM Bower Funeral Homes, Pulaski husband Bob were active mem- Lyle is survived by his daugh- Lewis; Larry and wife Tammy ALLEY is handling the arrangements for bers of First United Methodist ter, L.E. Burchett, son-in-law, Lewis; Reverend Hal and wife Rev. James William Alley, age the family. Church. Upon retirement, Joan Mike Burchett, granddaughter, Lisa Lewis; Randy and wife 74 of Pulaski, died Friday morn- and Bob moved to Mt. Dora, Hannah Burchett, and grandson, Wendy Lewis; and Dwight ing, January 18, 2019, at his res- Florida in 1991. After moving Heath Burchett Lewis. He was also survived by idence. PCHS to back to Roanoke in 2001, they Visitation will be 6-8 pm sister-in-law Robin Lewis. He was joined and were very active with Friday January, 25, 2019 at Family received friends born in Windsor Hills United Methodist Stevens Funeral Home. Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Pulaski on hold course Church. Funeral services will be 2 pm Stevens Funeral Home. Pastor November Joan loved recreational activi- Saturday January 26, 2019 at Steve Willis presided over the 12, 1944, ties such as gardening and golf, Trinity Baptist Church in service immediately following. and was the selection but she was also passionate about Robinson Tract with the Graveside will be Friday, January son of Hazel teaching young students and par- Reverend Johnny Howlett, offici- 25 at 11 AM at Dublin Veterans Bowman meeting ticipating in church ministries. ating. Arrangements are by Cemetery. Alley and The scheduling process for She always put family and Stevens Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family Alley the late friends above her own wishes. Memorials may be given to requests donations be made to James Henry 2019/2020 school year will She was the embodiment of self- Disabled American Vets New Dublin Presbyterian Alley. begin with a parent meeting to lessness, kindness and an eternal- Association at www.dav.org or Church. In addition to his parents, he provide registration information ly positive spirit. Shriners Hospital for Children was preceded in death by 3 to parents and assist with student Funeral services will be held Greenville, S.C. at SHIRLEY RAY KEMP brothers and 3 sisters. He is sur- course selections. Sunday January 27 at 2:00 PM at https://donate.lovetotherescue.or vived by his wife, Elaine Albert An evening meeting for all the First United Methodist g/give/119312/?utm_source=shc Shirley Ray Kemp, 76, passed Alley: his only son; James parents and their eighth grade Church of Pulaski, Va. Family away at his home on Sunday, Anthony Alley (Stephanie) of student will be held Monday, January 20, 2019. He was born Fairlawn; brother Everett February 11, from 6:00 p.m. on January 22, 1942 in Carroll "Sonny" Alley (Jolene) of until 8:00 p.m. at Pulaski County Co. and was preceded in death by Fairlawn; two grandsons; Bryce High School in the Little his father, Glenn Pierce Kemp Jerrad Alley and Reese Anthony Theatre. and mother, Virginia Mae Kemp. Alley. Funeral services were held The snow date for this meeting He was a member of Farris January 22, 2019, at Jordan's is set for February 18, 2019. Mines Christian Church in Chapel United Methodist The purpose of this meeting Allisonia, a place he loved. He Church. Interment followed at will be to discuss the high school worked as a supervisor for 29 Thornspring Cemetery. Online curriculum and potential 9th years at Burlington Industries condolences may be sent to the grade course and later at Renfro in Pulaski, family by visiting www.seaglefu- selections.Additional discussion where he made so many close neralhome.com Arrangements by items include graduation requirements, CTE options and SOL verified credits. High school administrators, Career Counselors and School Counselors will be available to answer parent/student questions. Following the presentation, all parents and students will have the opportunity to tour the campus of Pulaski County High School if interested. The Patriot 808-3949 www.pcpatriot.com www.pcpatriot.com OPINION The Patriot - January 25, 2019 - Page A5 Partial Busy First Full Week Of Senate The first full week of the 2019 enrollment. General Assembly Session has come Ben I am a co-patron on legislation with Government and gone. Long committee meetings Delegate Kilgore and Senator Carrico into the evening hours, full debates Chaffin that will expand access to the lower over legislation on the Senate floor, in-state tuition rate to all residents of and many meetings with constituents the federally defined area of Shutdown were all part of this past week. 38th District Appalachia. This innovative measure Highlighting one of my bills, my State Senator will increase enrollment, thus bring- I have heard questions from constituents regarding the Senate Bill 1495, which recently ing more students to the region to also operations of the Federal Government that will continue passed its first committee meeting, work and live in the region after col- operating during the partial government shutdown. While will create the first information tech- rience with a mentor, the company lege. some departments remain unfunded, some were covered nology apprenticeship program in then commits to hiring the apprentice. On a different note, of all the issues by appropriations bills that have been signed into law. Southwest Virginia. Higher education This public-private partnership will before the General Assembly this For example, the Department of Defense has been fund- and workforce development are key give residents and the youth of Session, I have received more calls, ed, meaning servicemen and -women in the Armed Forces factors to growing our economy and Southwest Virginia new opportunities emails, and other communication will continue to receive their paychecks. Similarly, creating new jobs. We have some of to gain job experience while continu- from constituents about fighting President Trump signed into law spending for the the finest higher education institu- ing to work in Southwest Virginia. It Governor Northam and the Department of Veterans Affairs, so VA facilities remain tions in Virginia and the nation here in is my expectation that the new pro- Democrat's gun control agenda than open to treat our country's heroes. Southwest Virginia. We need to uti- gram will help slow down the rate in any other issue. During the last Americans dependent on Social Security will continue lize these economic engines to attract which the youth of Southwest Courts of Justice Committee meeting, to get their checks, because the Social Security new jobs and train the next generation Virginia are exiting for other opportu- on which I serve, Republicans were Administration was funded. of the workforce. The program will nities by directly providing technolo- able to defeat the vast majority of the Other functions of be housed at the Higher Education gy workforce development that is legislation before us that was aiming the government are Center and will partner with area guaranteed to lead to a job. to restrict your gun rights. Morgan not funded, but the community colleges to ensure all of Working with my General Whether it be banning minors pos- Griffith T rumpthe regions has the chance to partici- Assembly colleagues in Southwest sessing a weapon effectively ending Administration has pate. Virginia, I have partnered with hunting before the age of 18, limiting committed to mini- The newly formed Rural Delegate Kilgore and Senator Carrico how many weapons a law abiding cit- mizing the pain Information Technology on measures supporting UVA-Wise. izen can purchase during a month, or 9th District inflicted by the par- Apprenticeship Program will help One of our several approaches to banning many common rifles and Representative tial shutdown. small technology companies in growing the economy and creating handguns that can hold ten rounds in National parks Southwest Virginia and will directly new jobs in the region is expanding a magazine, I will continue to fight remain accessible, lead to new jobs. After eighteen our higher education institutions by these measures and stand up for our and the National Park Service has used fees to provide months of working with a small tech- connecting new programs to work- upkeep. The National Flood Insurance Program continues nology firm gaining on-the-job expe- force development and increasing See CHAFFIN, page A8 to sell new policies and renew expiring ones. Such actions represent a break from the past administration, which seemed to want Americans to feel government shutdowns as much as possible. Still, shutdowns cannot help but disrupt the lives of the employees going without paychecks, such as those at United States Prison Lee and the National Weather Service in Blacksburg. So while the Trump Administration is trying to reduce the harm of the current partial shutdown, it has also sought in good faith to make a deal that would end it. Just this past week, some Democrat Members of Congress, including Virginia's Abigail Spanberger, joined the President at the White House to talk about a compromise. Although no deal was reached, they should be com- mended for showing up and for respecting the importance of the office of the Presidency. The same cannot be said for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. While the President has offered concessions to the Democrats to address the pressing need for security on the southern border, Speaker Pelosi mockingly offered to give him one dollar. These actions will do nothing to reopen the government, never mind make progress in ending the humanitar- ian and security crisis on the southern border. A compromise means both sides have to give some, but the Democrat leadership appears to view compromise as them giving nothing and the other side surrendering. Republicans stand ready to accept a reasonable compromise. In my last column, I urged Nancy Pelosi to come to the table to negotiate and reach a compromise. I am sorry to report that she has not, but I would again urge her to do so immediately. Too much is at stake for the American people.

Committee Assignments Committees are where much of the business of the FBI Tramples Our Political Order House is conducted. They are where Members of Congress hold hearings on topics and consider legislation, The FBI took it upon itself to deter- the chief executive. The president providing a venue for some of the most substantive work mine whether the president of the gets to fire subordinate executive we do. United States is a threat to national branch officials. He gets to meet with Throughout my time in Congress, I have served on the security. and talk to foreign leaders. He gets to Energy and Commerce Committee, most recently on its No one had ever before thought make policy toward foreign nations. Subcommittees on Health, Energy, and Oversight and that this was an appropriate role for Especially important to the current Investigations. the FBI, a subordinate agency in the investigation, he gets to say foolish, Energy and Commerce has a broad portfolio covering executive branch, but Donald Trump ill-informed and destructive things. many issues that affect Americans in their everyday lives, isn't the only one in Washington tram- If the president wants to tilt toward especially in the Ninth District. Some of these issues are pling norms. Russia (not that Trump really has, among the most controversial in politics today, but others The New York Times reported the except in his words), he can. If he provide the basis for significant bipartisan cooperation. As astonishing news: wants to butter up China's dictatorial a result, it is highly productive. "Counterintelligence investigators that have been widely misunderstood. president during high-stakes trade In the 115th Congress, which met from 2017-18, 57 had to consider whether the presi- Among the bill of particulars: negotiations, he can. If he wants to E&C bills were signed into law. One hundred forty-eight dent's own actions constituted a pos- -- During the campaign, he urged announce a precipitous withdrawal passed the House, 93% of which received bipartisan sible threat to national security." U.S. the Russians to hack Hillary Clinton's from Syria and make it slightly less votes. We also held 180 hearings and 36 markups for leg- presidents over the decades have email. Trump clearly meant this line precipitous in a fog of confusion, he islation. made many foolhardy decisions that sardonically, though. can. Because of the new Democrat majority in the House, have undermined our security; never -- The GOP platform allegedly was And the FBI should have nothing the number of Republican members on E&C subcommit- before have they been deemed a fit softened toward Russia. Never mind to say about it. tees was reduced by over 30%. However, I am pleased to subject for an FBI investigation. that, as Byron York of the The Times story is another sign that have been reappointed to the Subcommittees on Health, The proximate cause for the probe Washington Examiner has demon- we have forgotten the role of our Energy, and Oversight and Investigations for the 116th into Trump was his firing of FBI strated, this didn't actually happen. respective branches of government. It Congress. Director James Comey, which the -- And in his Lester Holt interview is Congress that exists to check and Congressman Greg Walden (R-OR), the Republican FBI considered both a potential crime after the Comey firing, Trump said investigate the president, not the FBI. Leader of E&C, said, "Morgan Griffith has proven to be and a national security matter because that "this Russia thing with Trump one of the most diligent, hard-working members of the it might shut down the investigation and Russia is a made-up story." The Perhaps the Times report is exag- Energy and Commerce Committee, and with his reap- into Russian efforts to influence the president added, it's worth noting, gerated, or the FBI has serious evi- pointment, he will continue to be an asset to our commit- 2016 election. that he knew firing Comey probably dence of a criminally corrupt quid pro tee and for his Virginia constituents." Even if they were shocked by the extended the investigation rather than quo between Trump and Moscow that I am thankful for the trust Congressman Walden and the treatment of Comey, top FBI officials shortened it. there's no public indication of yet. Republican leaders placed in me by returning me to these should have been able to quickly More legitimately, agents were dis- Otherwise, the Times story is a damn- Subcommittees. And I am ready to get back to work on ascertain that the Russia investigation turbed by Trump's continual praise ing account of an offense against our them for the people of the Ninth District. continued unimpeded -- indeed, it is for Vladimir Putin. These comments political order, and not by Donald still ongoing today. were blameworthy, but not a federal Trump. If you have questions, concerns, or comments, feel free If the Times reporting is correct, offense. to contact my office. You can call my Christiansburg the FBI grew more suspicious of As part of the executive branch, the Rich Lowry is editor of the office at 540-381-5671. Trump's conduct based on comments FBI should brush up on the powers of National Review.

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From The Writings of Billy Graham Live To Please God Trust in God before Malachi was the last of the you. If ye will not hear, and if Old Testament Prophets. His Teach Me you will not lay it to heart, to book is the last book in the Old Your Word give glory to My Name, saith it’s too late Testament. The Book of Malachi O Lord the Lord of Hosts, I will send a was written to correct the negli- curse upon you, and I will curse Q: During the Christmas gent, careless religious and your blessings: yea, I have season my family visited the My social behavior of the Jews - Terry cursed them already, because ye Creation Museum. It was fas- Answer particularly the Priests - in post- McCraw do not lay it to heart." cinating. The children learned exilic Jerusalem. The Priests were responsible more truth about creation Billy While God demanded that ani- for directing the spiritual life of than they will ever learn in ence for questioning God's jus- Graham mals sacrificed to Him were to the people. God said to the school. The question remains, be "without blemish," the tice. He reminded them that God Priests and the people, if you why did Noah find grace in Priests, were offering blind, IS just, and exhorted them to be will not listen. If you will not the eyes of the Lord? -- C.E. faithful. Malachi pointed out immersed in sin. The flood was lame and sick animals for sacri- take my commandments into fice evidently thinking that no that the people of that day had your hearts. If you do not honor A: This is an epic story -- one not a natural catastrophe but a not been faithful to God. They moral tsunami. God brought one would notice. My Name; you will bring a that fascinates everyone. God But even when no one else had failed to fear God. The peo- curse down on yourselves. God told Noah to "build an ark." judgment on people who disbe- ple had not been giving God all lieved Him. Noah's building seems to notice when something said, I'm going to turn your Noah was perhaps the most wrong is going on, rest assured, that God deserved and required. blessings into curses. Even that unlikely seaman. He knew project took 100 years as peo- Just as the Priests had neglected ple heard Noah declare God's God notices. He notices it when which ye have already shall not nothing about sailing the high we fail to pay our whole tithes. to offer up acceptable sacrifices, profit you. seas, and he certainly was at a warning, but only Noah and his so the people had been neglect- family climbed aboard the great He notices it when we fail to These Priests had stirred up loss as to how to build a boat. attend Church for frivolous rea- ing bring the whole tithe (10%) the wrath of God against them But he believed God. boat with the animals. It had into the storehouse of God. The never rained upon the earth. sons. He notices it when we and against the people that they Noah chopped down trees to compromise with the world. The result of these shortcomings was were supposed to lead spiritual- build an enormous ark on dry People scoffed, but Noah poverty and failing crops. believed God and survived the bible says, "Be sure your sins ly. The people were spiritually land -- far from any ocean -- will find you out." As the song Because of these hardships, bankrupt. because God was going to send greatest catastrophe the world the people came to claim that no has ever known. says, "There's an all seeing eye God said to the Priests, I will a great flood. Destruction was watching you, there's an all see- good comes out of serving God. not accept your sacrifices and coming to a godless society. This is a call to those who do But the truth is that no good not know that Christ wants to ing eye watching you; Every will throw them back into your People laughed and mocked step that you take, this great eye comes from not serving God. faces. I will drive you away Noah, but through his obedi- save those from drowning in God is good, all the time. And if sin. He wants to lift them up is awake. There's an eye watch- from My presence. Since you ence and faith in God, he was ing' you." (J.M. Henson) we serve God faithfully, we will have despised Me, I will despise the first person in the Bible to out of the turbulent waters and be blessed by God. He opens up set them on higher ground. A man told a little boy, you you. And ye shall know that I be called righteous. show me where God is, and I'll the windows of heaven and have sent this commandment Centuries after Noah lived Don't delay in accepting His pours us out blessings that are so salvation. give you a dime. The little boy unto you, that my covenant Jesus spoke of him. The Bible said back to him, Mister, you abundant, we won't even have might be with Levi, saith the says that in the days of Noah room to hold them all. So much (This column is based on the show me where God aint, and LORD of hosts. the world was filled with vio- I'll give you a dollar. Now that good comes from serving God. Levi was the third son of lence. People loved sin -- they words and writings of the late Malachi 2:3. "And now, O ye Rev. Billy Graham.) was a smart kid. idolized sin; they were Malachi criticized his audi- Priests, this commandment is for See MCCRAW, page A7 The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 - Page A7 Church Directory Worship Each Week In The Church Of Your Choice

laws of God were followed. They of its charred walls. had, in fact, departed from the law God said, Return unto Me and I McCraw themselves and caused others to will return unto you. If a person Continued from page A6 stumble. grieves the Holy Ghost by sinning, the Holy Ghost will leave them, Jacob and Leah, and the founder of Now it's bad enough when we sin because He will not dwell in an the Israelite Tribe of Levi (the against God ourselves, but even unclean Temple. If we are saved, Levites) and the grandfather of worse when and if we should cause our bodies are the Temple of the Aaron and Moses. All Israelite reli- others to sin against God. There Holy Ghost. gious and political functions were must be a deeper place in the Bottem Line! If we live our lives reserved for the Levites. regions of Hell, for those who cause in accordance with the word of God, The Levitical Covenant was a others to sin against God. Any it will please God, we will prosper, covenant agreement based on their place in Hell is going to be beyond and we will make Heaven our eter- obedience whereupon, God would miserable. No one in their right nal home. If we don't we won't. make them His "special treasure", a mind should want to end up there. "kingdom of priests" and a "holy No one would even want to visit the nation". With their consent to the regions of Hell for a moment if they covenant, they were given His laws knew anything about the horrors of which they were to obey. (Exodus Hell. Hell is a forlorn place of sty- 19:7-8). gian darkness. Where the screams These wicked, slothful Priests of and cries of forgotten men and 808-3949 that day had failed to make sure the women will forever reverberate off Page A8 - The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 Panel Takes Step Toward Legalizing Casino Gambling By Alexandra Zernik that emerged from the General Capital News Service Laws and Technology Committee also specifies that RICHMOND -- The Senate only one license can be issued General Laws and Technology per city. Committee approved legislation Gov. Ralph Northam previ- this week to allow casino gam- ously called for a study on casi- bling in five cities in Virginia. no gambling. The committee's Next stop: the Senate Finance substitute bill adopted that idea Committee. and said a "review of casino The General Laws Committee gaming laws in other states" modified SB 1126 to allow the would be conducted concurrent- possible establishment of a casi- ly with local efforts toward pos- no not just in Bristol, sible referendums. No casino Pulaski Police Department photo Portsmouth and Danville but license could be issued until also in Richmond and Norfolk. July 1, 2020, according to the Police Department Gives Local Schools Clothes The panel then voted 9-3 in legislation. Police officers know how important protecting the community is, but they also know how important it is favor of the measure, which "It doesn't look like it's a to take care of the community. The Town of Pulaski's Police Department brought boxes of clothing to sev- supporters say would increase study to me. It looks like it's just eral of our local schools today, for children who are in need. Now, if a child needs a pair of socks or some- jobs and tax revenues in eco- a first step in a few-year process thing goes wrong while they're at school, they will have this stockpile of emergency clothing to help them nomically distressed areas. to making it happen," said Sen. out. Police Chief Gary Roche and Officer Megan Jennings hand delivered the clothes, much to the joy of But the bill won't go immedi- David Suetterlein, R-Roanoke the school officials who met with them to receive them. Pictured with Chief Roche and Officer Jennings ately to the full Senate for con- County, a member of the is Critzer Elementary School Principal Amy Williams. sideration. Instead, the General General Laws and Technology Laws Committee sent the legis- Committee. "This is a gambling lation to the Finance Committee bill that has a small provision Senate kills bill to raise minimum for a look at its fiscal impact. for a study in it, so that's why I Under SB 1126, a city could will be against advancing the have a casino if it meets certain bill at this time." wage in Virginia party-line vote criteria of economic need, such SB 1126 would require that as high unemployment and counseling and other services By Maryum Elnasseh, voted against it Monday. He said is 35 years old. poverty levels. Bristol, be made available for problem Capital News Service that raising the minimum wage to McPike was one of 10 Portsmouth and Danville meet gamblers. It would also create a $12 would cost Virginia 24,000 Democratic senators who spoke those criteria. "voluntary exclusion program" RICHMOND -- A Senate bill jobs. in favor of the bill, sharing sto- The General Laws and in which people could sign up that would have raised Virginia's "If we raise the minimum ries of their constituents who are Technology Committee incor- for a list to be barred from casi- minimum wage is dead -- much wage in the manner described in unable to meet their needs, as porated into SB 1126 aspects of nos. to the dismay of more than two this bill, those jobs, opportunities well as research conducted on two other bills -- SB 1503 and As outlined in the bill, dozen advocates who braved the and learning experiences are states with higher minimum SB 1706. SB 1706 said cities Virginia would collect a casino cold to rally for the bill Monday gonna disappear," Obenshain wages. with more than 200,000 resi- tax of 10 percent -- a lower tax morning. said. "And we're not gonna be Sen. Richard Saslaw, D- dents also could have a casino if rate than in every state but Introduced by Sen. Rosalyn able to provide that to the kids Fairfax, said that a recent study it is operated by a federally rec- Nevada and New Jersey, Dance, D-Petersburg, SB 1200 graduating from high school, shows that Arizona raised its ognized Indian tribe. The according to Sen. Scott would have increased the mini- people entering the workforce. minimum wage but did not lose Virginia Pamunkey tribe has Surovell, D-Fairfax. That's an mum wage to $10 on July 1 and We're gonna hurt an awful lot of any jobs. expressed interest in establish- issue the Finance Committee eventually to $15 in July 2021. It businesses that depend on pro- Before the Senate convened ing a casino and could consider will discuss. was defeated Monday afternoon viding those opportunities to Monday afternoon to vote on the Portsmouth, Norfolk or "MGM has been sucking hun- in a 19-21 party-line vote. those just entering the work- bill, constituents rallied outside Richmond under the bill. dreds of millions of dollars out "It's been 10 years since force." the Capitol in support of HB "The one thing I've pushed of this state up in Maryland, Virginia workers received an Countering Obenshain's view, 1200. Organized by the labor for the most is that it puts the right across the river from my increase in wages," Dance said. Sen. Jeremy McPike, D-Prince union SEIU Virginia 512 and the ultimate decision in the hands house, for four or five years "Meanwhile, the price of every- William, said there is a miscon- organization New Virginia of the people in the jurisdiction now," Surovell said. "I've been day goods continues to go up. In ception that the majority of Majority, the rally drew more directly impacted, including saying for four years, since I've 2009, the average price for a gal- workers who earn less than $15 than two dozen people. those associated to the gotten to the Senate, supporting lon of gas in America was $1.78 an hour are teenagers working "You can't survive on 7.25," Pamunkeys," said Sen. Charles my colleague from Portsmouth, -- today, it's $2.41." part-time jobs. the group chanted, as senators Carrico Sr., R-Grayson. that we need to do something There are 30 states with a min- "In fact, many of these workers See WAGE, page A10 Under the bill, local voters about it." imum wage higher than are adults working full time, try- would have to approve a casino Virginia's $7.25 -- which is the ing to earn enough to support gaming establishment in a refer- federal minimum wage. their families and their futures," Chaffin endum before it could get a McPike said. "Without the The Patriot Speaking in opposition of the license from the Virginia opportunity to earn a living bill, Sens. Mark Obenshain, R- Continued from page A5 Lottery Board. The measure 808-3949 wage, these workers have to Rockingham, and Thomas work two and three jobs to make Constitutional Rights. Norment, R-James City, argued ends meet. That means time This week, many of my pieces that SB 1200 would hurt busi- away from their kids." of legislation have been sched- nesses and working Virginians. According to the Economic uled for their first committee Norment voted last week in the Policy Institute, the average age hearings. I will make sure to Committee on Commerce and of workers who would be affect- keep you up to date about my Labor to advance the bill, but ed by a minimum wage increase bills and other important issues before the General Assembly. Thank you for your continued support. It is an honor to represent Southwest Virginia in the General Assembly. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with your questions and comments during session. You can contact my office by phone at 276-889- 1044 or by email at dis- [email protected]. Be on the lookout for my weekly General Assembly Session update in your local paper and on my Facebook page. If you would like to schedule a visit to Richmond, please let me know. My office can assist with tours and setting up meetings. The 38th Senatorial District includes all of Bland, Buchanan, Dickenson, Pulaski, Russell, and Tazewell Counties, the Cities of Norton and Radford, and por- tions of Montgomery, Smyth, and Wise Counties. The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 - Page A9 Man charged in murder of 2-year-old boy From Christiansburg Police Department

Man charged with felony murder in 2-year-old boy's death; Boy's mother also faces charges On Friday, Jan. 11, at about 9:15 p.m., Christiansburg Police and Christiansburg Rescue responded to call in reference to child who had fallen and was unresponsive at a residence at 430 Zinc Lane. Upon arrival, Christiansburg Police Officer Aaron Lusk found 25-year-old male McKenzie Kyle Hellman seated on the living room floor next to an unre- Virginia.org photo sponsive child, later identified as The LOVEworks sign in Spotsylvania, Virginia. two-year-old Steven Dale Meek II. At the time of the incident, McKenzie Kyle Hellman Hellman resided at the residence Public involvement continues on Zinc Lane with Steven and commission of another felony. Steven's mother, Kayla Thomas, The other felony in this case is 25. Hellman is Thomas' child abuse. With regards to this on Pu-LOVE-ski initiative boyfriend, and is not related to charge, the investigation is con- her son, Steven. Thomas was at tinuing, and it is likely this The Town of Pulaski and LOVEwork in downtown of personal time spread over this work at the time of the call. charge will be upgraded as the Pulaski On Main, the Virginia Pulaski. period. Shortly after Officer Lusk's investigation progresses.) Main Street affiliate, once again "This second of two public arrival, members of •18.2-67.3 - Aggravated sexual invite town residents to offer information meetings offers resi- According to the VTC, the Christiansburg Rescue arrived, battery of a child less than 13 ideas and inspirations to con- dents the opportunity to become LOVEworks program is a state- and, along with Officer Lusk, years of age (2 counts). (The sec- struct Pulaski's own LOVEwork. involved," offers Catherine Van wide branding initiative designed began ond charge is for the battery of The LOVEwork campaign oper- Noy, Interim Director for Pulaski to promote travel in Virginia and This Story to per- another victim whose name is ates through the Virginia is for on Main. "Attendance at our first strengthen awareness of the First Appeared form not being released at this time.) Lovers tagline, which is support- meeting in November was ham- "Virginia is for Lovers" message. On Our car- •18.2-374.3 - Solicitation of a ed by the Virginia Tourism pered by a pending ice storm. In 2019, the VTC is celebrating Website At diopul- minor less than 15 years of age Corporation (VTC). The second Here's hoping the Jan. 31 weath- 50 years of LOVE. www.pcpatriot.com monary for sexual purposes of three public engagements for er will be favorable for folks to resusci- •18.2-67.2/18.2-18 - the sculpture will take place once come out to our historic down- Domestic travel expenditures tation (CPR) on the child. CPR Accessory to inanimate object again at the historic Pulaski town theatre, which is, in itself, a across Virginia increased 4.4% to was performed for about 25 min- sexual penetration of a person Theatre, 14 W. Main Street, this community treasure." $24.8 billion in 2017, directly utes before a pulse was detected. less than 13 years of age time on Jan. 31 from 6:30 - 7:30 The meeting will enlist citizens supporting 232,200 jobs, accord- Steven was transported by ambu- •18.2-67.1/18.2-18 - p.m. The program will involve interested in working on the ing to a study conducted by the lance to LewisGale Hospital Accessory to forcible sodomy by viewing examples from across Pulaski LOVEwork, a four- Research Department of the U.S. Montgomery and later airlifted to engaging in fellatio with a child the Commonwealth and then dis- month volunteer effort involving Travel Association for the Carilion Roanoke Memorial less than 13 years of age cussing various concepts for a approximately five to six hours Virginia Tourism Corporation. Hospital. •18.2-374.1:1 - Possession of While treating Steven, medical child pornography personnel, including a forensic •18.2-374.1:1/18.2-18 - 4-H nurse, discovered bruising and Accessory before the fact to distribution of child pornography injuries that did not appear to be Continued from page A3 consistent with the preliminary •18.2-374.1:1/18.2-18 - information that the child had Accessory before the fact to pro- how to "Make Our Best Better" by fallen from a toddler bed or crib. duction of child pornography writing resume's, cover letters, A criminal investigation began •18.2-371.1 - Child abuse preparing for an interview as well and ultimately revealed evidence (*charged on Jan. 13) as balancing our 4-H Teens In indicating that Steven had been Kayla Thomas was charged on Action! checkbook. the victim of physical abuse. As a Wednesday, Jan. 16, with the fol- 4-H TIA! is a club created by result, on Sunday, Jan. 13, lowing felonies: and made up of teens and tweens - McKenzie Hellman was arrested •18.2-67.1 - Forcible sodomy they thought it up, they get togeth- and charged with one count of by engaging in fellatio against er, they run meetings, and best of felony child abuse. the victim's will by force, threat all, they have all the fun! Medical evaluation at or intimidation Who can be a teen member? Roanoke Memorial revealed •18.2-67.2 - Inanimate object Any 4-H'er who is soon to be 11 minimal brain activity, and penetration of a person less than years of age and in the 6th grade. Steven was placed on life sup- 13 years of age 4-H TIA! meets the 2nd port in the Pediatric Intensive •18.2-374.1 - Production of Monday of the month, 6-8pm, at Care Unit. At about 7:40 p.m. on child pornography involving a the Extension Office. Sunday, Jan. 13, Steven Meek II, child less than 15 years of age For more information, contact died. •18.2-374.1:1 - Possession and us at the Extension Office at 540- Preliminary forensic evidence distribution of child pornography 980-7761 or pulaskicounty4- indicates Steven died from •18.2-371.1 - Being a parent or [email protected]. extreme blunt force trauma to the guardian, committing a willful head, but the medical examiner's act so gross and wanton as to MEMBER OF THE official report has not yet been show a reckless disregard for returned. Christiansburg Police human life - Child neglect detectives discovered evidence Both Hellman and Thomas are indicating Steven was not only being held without bond at the victim of physical abuse that Western Virginia Regional Jail. resulted in his injuries on Jan. 11, but also the victim of sexual "We are fortunate to live in a abuse at the hands of both community where violent crime McKenzie Hellman and his is rare," Christiansburg Police VIRGINIA PRESS mother, Kayla Thomas. Chief Mark Sisson said. ASSOCIATION As a result of the evidence dis- "However, that same good for- covered in the investigation, on tune makes it all the more shock- Thursday, Jan. 17, McKenzie ing when things like this happen Hellman was charged with the in our community. We can only following felonies: imagine the pain felt by the loved •18.2-33 - Felony murder ones of Steven Meek II, and our (Felony murder is when the vic- thoughts are with them during tim accidentally dies during the this difficult time."

The Patriot - 808-3949 [email protected] www.pcpatriot.com Page A10 - The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 New redistricting maps for Virginia favor Democrats By Daniel Berti tricting map. this year’s election. Capital News Service The U.S. District Court’s deci- On Wednesday, the Virginia sion is the latest in a years-long NAACP issued a statement in RICHMOND — Democrats redistricting case that reached the support of the maps selected by could have a better shot picking U.S. Supreme Court in 2017. The the court. up seats in this year’s legislative high court ruled that 11 districts “While we think the court elections under a redistricting in Virginia had been racially ger- could have done more to fully map that a U.S. District Court rymandered by the 2011 General remedy the effects of the 2011 has selected for the Virginia Assembly to dilute the voting unconstitutional racial gerryman- House of Delegates. power of African-American vot- ders, we are overall pleased that If enacted, the new map would ers. voters will have fairer maps place at least five Republican The court has asked the “spe- when they vote later this year,” delegates in districts where a cial master” appointed to oversee NAACP spokesman Jesse majority of voters chose the redistricting process to inte- Frierson said. Democrat Barack Obama in the grate the new districts into the 2012 presidential election — statewide map and to submit the “We are pleased that the court including the 66th House District final plan by next Tuesday. sees the need to incorporate represented by Republican Republicans have appealed the another district where voters of Speaker of the House Kirk Cox. U.S. Supreme Court ruling and color will be able to elect a can- Democratic districts affected asked the court to delay the didate of their choice.” by the maps appear less likely to redrawing until it hears their The District Court’s map selec- change hands based on those appeal later this spring. The tion will impact only the 2019 election results. Supreme Court denied that election. District lines will be In a statement issued shortly request, giving the U.S. District redrawn statewide after the U.S. after the court’s decision, Cox Court the green light to complete Census Bureau releases new said that the maps chosen by the the redistricting process before demographic data in 2020. court aimed to give Democrats an advantage. State Police photo “The [maps] selected by the Wage AVirginia 2020 inspection sticker with tear-off safety message. Court target senior Republicans, myself included, without a sub- Continued from page A8 stantive basis in the law,” Cox State re-designs said. passed by to enter the Capitol. effective July 1, 2019): In 2012, 37 percent of voters in There are several other bills 01/21/19 - Senate: Defeated by Cox’s district voted for Obama. this session that would also Senate (19-Y 21-N) inspection stickers Under the new map, that number increase the minimum wage: YEAS - Barker, Boysko, is much higher — 53 percent. •HB 1850 would raise the min- Dance, Deeds, Ebbin, Edwards, RICHMOND - The Virginia remain unchanged. The new maps would affect a imum wage to $9 on July 1 and Favola, Howell, Lewis, Locke, State Police Safety Division is total of 25 districts primarily in eventually to $15 in 2023. Lucas, Marsden, Mason, rolling out a newly-designed Another new feature of the the eastern part of the state •HB 2157 would raise the min- McClellan, McPike, Petersen, vehicle safety approval inspec- inspection sticker enables State between Richmond and Hampton imum wage to $10.10 in 2020. Saslaw, Spruill, Surovell - 19. tion sticker that now includes a Police to reach an estimated 8.2 Roads and could present favor- •SB 1017 would raise the min- NAYS - Black, Carrico, traffic safety message. Effective million motorists annually with a able conditions for Democrats to imum wage to $8 on July 1 and Chafin, Chase, Cosgrove, Jan. 1, 2019, all certified Virginia reminder about Virginia's "Move gain control of the House in eventually to $11.25 in 22. DeSteph, Dunnavant, Hanger, inspection stations began issuing Over" law. This portion of the 2019. How They Voted McDougle, Newman, Norment, the sticker which has been sticker is not for display on the Currently, Republicans hold a Here is how the Senate voted Obenshain, Peake, Reeves, Ruff, reduced from 2.75 inches in front windshield. Instead, it is slim majority in the House, 51- Monday on SB 1200 (Minimum Stanley, Stuart, Sturtevant, height to 2 inches and from 4 detached by the inspector and 48. All 100 seats are on the ballot wage; increase to $10 per hour Suetterlein, Vogel, Wagner - 21. inches in length to 3 inches. The provided to the customer. in this year’s election. year of expiration is now perma- Virginia's "Move Over" law Democrats have not had a nently affixed to the right side of requires motorists to move over a majority in the House since 1998. the sticker, with the only insert lane when approaching an emer- Under the new map, the 94th being the month of expiration. gency vehicle stopped alongside House District, a majority-blue Even though the overall size has the road. If unable to move over, district represented by Del. been reduced, the month has then drivers are required to cau- David Yancey, R-Newport News, been enlarged to provide better tiously pass the emergency vehi- would become even more visibility. cle. The law applies to all vehi- Democratic. The 2017 election "The change in size is in cles equipped with red, blue and between Yancey and Democrat response to the feedback State amber lights. Shelly Simonds ended in a tie, Police received from Virginians The placement of the sticker and Yancy was awarded the seat following the sticker's relocation was changed in 2018 from the after his name was drawn from a to the bottom left corner of the center of the windshield to the bowl. windshield in 2018," said bottom, left corner due to safety Del. Chris Jones, R-Suffolk, Captain R.C. Maxey Jr., Virginia concerns related to automotive chairman of the House State Police Safety Division innovations in recent years. The Appropriations Committee, Commander. "We heard from a center placement of the sticker would also see his district number of motorists who had dif- could prevent a vehicle's crash become more Democratic. In ficulty seeing around the sticker, avoidance system from operating 2012, 44 percent of the voters in so we worked to reduce its size to properly. Jones’ 76th House District voted slightly smaller than the average for Obama. That number is 58 credit card." percent under the proposed redis- The sticker's security features have also been enhanced in order to discourage and prevent unau- thorized removal, tampering and counterfeit practices. The changes in size and design do not 808-3949 apply to motorcycle or trailer safety inspection stickers. [email protected] Vehicle rejection stickers also www.pcpatriot.com SPORTS The Patriot - January 25, 2019 - Page B1 There will be no changes in VHSL practices A motion that would have thing take place. It was just should also be mentioned that able to have an open gym during eliminated out-of-season prac- accepted. But if two guys were Locker PCHS coaches are understand- football season and basketball tices by VHSL member schools spotted passing a football in the ing when it comes to family players can shoot around and was soundly defeated by an parking lot outside the band Room vacations. work on various skills if they executive committee vote of 29- room, you just might have got- So you must do the work. But desire. In the fall if the weather 3-1 Wednesday, but VHSL offi- ten turned in for illegal out-of- if there was another down period is nice, the baseball team can hit cials have decided to develop a season practice. Do not laugh. Dan and everybody adhered to it, that the batting cage and workout. It committee to monitor the effect That happened to Pulaski Callahan would take off some of the pres- is an equal opportunity rule, and of out-of-season practices and County High School. sure and demand. This is the it was put in place in 2011 pri- see if maybe there can be some The issue is more about the type thing that the VHSL will marily because football was not middle ground that would be availability of coaches, the over- coming summer Pulaski County explore. However, one of the receiving an equal opportunity. satisfying to all. all quality of coaches, and the will take a 10-day break from primary reasons out-of-season There are legitimate concerns Make no mistake, this rule, fact there is no compensation for June 28 until July 8th. But main- practice was adopted in 2011 for at smaller schools about having any new ones, and any old ones, additional time for coaches. taining a year-round program is all schools was because some of enough qualified coaches and are about football. For years There will be an effort to find very time consuming, and there them were not going by the enough players to fill all their other sports could pretty much some middle ground. is pressure. If you do not have a same rules and it's virtually programs. That is certainly do whatever they wanted when- Currently there are dead peri- serious off season weight train- impossible to discover all the understandable and something ever they wanted to do it, and ods during the calendar that pro- ing and physical conditioning violators. that should be considered. But it even if it was in violation of hibit out-of-season practices program in high school football But this also effects other VHSL rules, seldom did any- around July 4. For instance this you will not be successful. It sports as well. You will still be See CALLAHAN, page B2 Pulaski Yankees announce 2019 coaching staff From Pulaski Yankees

The Pulaski Yankees today announced the coaching staff for the 2019 season, as assigned by the New York Yankees. Luis Dorante, Pulaski's manager in 2017, returns to Calfee Park after spending the 2018 season with the Trenton Thunder. He is joined by pitching coach Gerardo Casadiego, hitting coach Scott Seabol, defensive coach drafted free agent in 1986 by Teuris Oliveres, athletic trainer Boston, Dorante played six Manny Ozoa, and strength and minor league seasons in the Red conditioning coach Larry Sox organization. Adegoke, all of whom have Pitching coach Gerardo served on the coaching staff in Casadiego returns to Pulaski for Pulaski in past seasons. his third consecutive season and Elks photos Dorante enters his eighth sea- his seventh overall in the Christopher Gallimore, Jeremiah Turner and Logan Fleenor are seen with Gold First Place son in the Yankees' organization Yankees organization. Casadiego Trophies. Lodge officers are James Chitwood and Leslie Turpin. and second at the helm of the served in the same role for the Pulaski Yankees. He was named DSL Yankees 1 from in 2014 and 2017 Appalachian League 2015 and with the DSL Yankees County youth bring home gold, Manager of the Year during his 2 in 2016. Casadiego played over first stint in Pulaski. He spent the 10 minor league seasons with the 2018 season as the bullpen coach Expos, Yankees, Rockies, and silver in SW Va. Elks Hoop Shoot for the Trenton Thunder Orioles organizations. Pulaski Elks Lodge #1067 (Double-A), where he previously After spending 2018 with the brought home the gold and silver served as pitching coach for the RiverDogs, hitting coach Scott as Pulaski County students par- 2012 and 2013 seasons, helping Seabol returns to Pulaski, where ticipated in the Southwest the Thunder to an Eastern League he began his professional coach- Virginia District Hoop Shoot this Championship in 2013. Dorante ing career in 2017. Seabol was past Saturday. was manager of the Charleston selected by the Yankees in the Flu, high fever, and colds took RiverDogs (Single-A) from a heavy toll on the contestants of 2014-2016. Signed as a non- See YANKEES, page B2 the Elks District Hoop Shoot in Bedford. Of the Pulaski Lodge's three invited girls one did not make the call and was under strict doctors' orders to stay in bed. Taylor Goble finished silver in a very tight match for her group. Reese Nolan was tied with her competitor at the end of 25 shots, requiring further shots to decide Taylor Goble, alternate to compete in State Hoop Shoot, shown the contest of being an alternate. with Lynn Rutherford Snow State Hoop Shoot Chairman and Reese missed the slot for her age Scott Craig District Chair at the new Liberty Middle School group by 2 points. Gym. The three boy contestants were running somewhat of a invited to shoot off with other aelks.org for details of hoop fever too, a basket hitting fever! Virginia District champs to see shoot and other Elks youth pro- Logan Fleenor, Jeremiah Turner, who the top Elks Hoop Shooter grams. Christopher Gallimore shot hot in the State of Virginia will be in Follow the Pulaski Lodge on and accurate and winning as dis- early February at Charlottesville. Facebook, for details on the com- trict champions. These guys are Please go to check out virgini- petition. Page B2 - The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 legal action against the NFL this society for some reason just sit back and let things hap- recruit kids for three and even Callahan belongs in the bars on Bourbon wants to keep adding rules and pen. Recruiting used to be for four years. Even after players go Street. regulations. Let our own govern- the most part college coaches to other colleges, you still keep Continued from page B1 So yes, I agree. A badly ment be an example. There are coming to high school stadiums recruiting them. What a wonder- missed call. Now for some more ramifications to everything. Just around the country and finding ful world. is the age of specialization in reality. The Saints still kicked a read the item below if you need talent. It was great to see the And what does all this mean? athletics, and just because you field goal to take a three-point proof. And the next time it hap- coaches come around. Great vis- See if you can keep up with just prohibit one program from prac- lead. Now all you have to do is pens, and the same type play its. I remember the Friday after- what it means at the quarterback ticing during the off season does kickoff, hold the Rams and you gets "reviewed'' it just might be noon that three West Virginia position. 1- Justin Fields trans- not necessarily mean they will win. The Saints could not do it. to the benefit of the opponent coaches came to a Pulaski fers from Georgia to Ohio State. play another sport. The Rams tie and it's off to the Saints happen to be playing County football game in Dobson 2- Jalen Hurts transfers from There are plenty of outlets for overtime. The Saints get the ball that day. Stadium. They got there early, Alabama to Oklahoma. 3- Tate athletes to train, be it on their first. Drive and score a touch- The frustration continued with and stayed long after the game Martell transfers from Ohio school campus or elsewhere. down and you win. The Saints Andy Reid and Kansas City. He had ended. They wanted King State to Miami. 4- Austin However, the feeling here is that could not do it. In fact, they was upset because a Chief was Harvey to play football for the Kendall transfers from it's something that should be threw a pick! But the ball is still called for being off sides against Mountaineers and he did, and Oklahoma to West Virginia. 5- looked at. How about allowing a on the Rams' side of the 50. the Patriots. He said you don't may his kind and wonderful soul Kelly Bryant moves from school so many hours in the Hold them and you can still win make that kind of call in a play- rest in peace. Clemson to Missouri. 6- summer and use those hours the game. The Saints could not off game. Why not? The guy Now it's different. Recruiting Brandon Wimbush transfers however you want? How about do it. was horribly off sides, not is national and it comes at four from Notre Dame to UCF. 7- thinking about having a football So the argument that the tricked, didn't jump, lined up a levels, not just high school. First Cam Rising leaves Texas for camp for maybe a two or three- missed call simply ended all full yard off sides! That's dumb. you get the youngster out of the Utah. 8- Ben Hicks leaves SMU week period of time? There chances the Saints had to win Trying to get a jump on a quar- neighborhood school or more for Arkansas. 9- Shawn could be viable options, but the the game is simply not true. terback sack. Same thing. The frequently with each passing Robinson transfers from TCU to world of sport has changed in Overcome! Great teams over- Patriots had the ball and had to year from a private school pro- Missouri. The Tigers cash in how it trains its athletes and it's come! The Saints could not, and drive 80 yards to score in regu- gram. That's phase one. Next twice. 10- Alex Dalton leaves not going to turn back. had numerous opportunities still lation. KC couldn't stop them. you can get a player from junior TCU, they are heading out fast to win the game. When the chips The Patriots won the toss in college. Usually a kid that didn't in Fort Worth, and will now play Saints Still Could Have are down and you need to make overtime, took the ball and make the grades, but went for Kansas State. That's enough. Won: a stop. Make a stop. The Saints drove 80 again to win. Don't JUCO and got himself eligible. There will probably be more, I'm about to upset some Saints couldn't, and on the most impor- complain about one of your Phase three. There is the trans- and this is just the quarterback fans who are certainly still mad tant possession of the game, guys getting called for lining up fer. A player transfers from one position. There will be a total of their team will not be playing in they threw a pass interception off sides, make a stop! Moral of college to another after one, over 200 transfers before it's the Super Bowl. First, bad calls and then the defense didn't hold the story. KC fired its defensive two, or three years, sits out a over. Hope you can keep up come throughout a football again. Yes, bad call, unfortunate coordinator this week and when season and becomes eligible to with who's on your team. game. Some of them get fixed, no doubt. But to say the Saints the score is tied and Tom Brady play two years later. Remember the old complaint some of them don't. You remem- didn't have a chance to win the has the ball, you're in a bit of And now we have the dreaded about professional teams? "The ber the last one because it was game because of the bad call is trouble. fourth level of recruiting. The names on my team keep chang- the last one. And yes, it was simply not true. "Grad Transfer.'' If a player has ing every year.'' How about that. pass interference and yes, the And now the legal action? Here We Go Round in enough credits to graduate he official, who had apparently fall- The people have gone nuts. Circles: can leave a school for another Whataburger? en to the ground missed it. It Hopefully it will be thrown out College football is even put- and become immediately eligi- It wasn't a good evening was a call that should have been of court if it gets there, and ting soap operas to shame these ble. So now you have three Monday for former Dallas made, but it was not reviewable. hopefully the NFL will not make days. Nobody could have envi- ways to recruit undergraduates Cowboy running back Darren I find it hard to believe some- any more stupid replay rules that sioned what the world of the as well as the graduate. Is it safe McFadden. He was arrested for thing isn't reviewable these stop the games even more than college quarterback was going to assume the "grad transfer'' DWI. The police picked him up days. One of these days they they are already being interfered to turn into. College has its own doesn't apply himself a great after he fell asleep in the fast will video how players squat in with. I don't care what team free agent system it seems, and deal academically his first and food drive thru lane at the huddle, those of them that you're a fan of, or for what rea- you wonder why all these edu- only season with his new Whataburger! How's that for a still do. The thought of taking son, and just like in life when cated people with "great'' minds school? I think so. So now you legacy.

Hokiesports.com Hokie sophomore guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 19 for Tech. Tar Heels’ first half run too much for the Hokies Hokiesports.com way on the offensive end for with 10 minutes left and Tech, pulling down a career-high Robinson picked up his third foul CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - 17 rebounds, including 10 offen- with nine minutes remaining in Despite scoring 80-plus points in sive, and pouring in 19 points. the first half. consecutive league games, the Ahmed Hill recorded a team- The guards would head to the No. 10/8 Virginia Tech men's high 20 points, Nickeil bench in foul trouble, and the Tar basketball team fell on the road Alexander-Walker owned 19 Heels would proceed to go on a to No. 11/12 North Carolina 103- points and Justin Robinson post- 27-9 run to take a 45-31 lead into 82 Monday night at the Dean ed 17 points. halftime. Smith Center. Tech got off to a fast start, Tech would cut the deficit to The Hokies (15-3, 4-2 ACC) scoring 19 points in the first 14 points after Blackshear sank were led by four players in dou- seven minutes of play, with 15 of two free throws at 16:16, but that ble figures, but the Tar Heels (15- those 19 points coming from would be as close as the Hokies 4, 5-1) had five of their own with downtown to gain an eight-point got it after intermission. 10-plus points, including Coby lead at 19-11. After the flurries White's game-high 27 points. from beyond the arc, Alexander- NOTES Kerry Blackshear Jr. led the Walker earned his second foul - Blackshear topped his previ- ous best rebound performance by two boards when he had 15 against The Citadel on Nov. 12, 2017. The 17 rebounds against the Tar Heels was the third-most by an ACC player this season and it marked his third double-double of the season. - Alexander-Walker was feeling it early on before his two fouls, knocking down three 3- pointers the first seven minutes of the game. He went on to finish with five triples, marking a career high. - Hill's 20 points marked his fourth 20-point game of the sea- The Patriot - 808-3949 son and his first in conference [email protected] action. The graduate student has now had five games this winter www.pcpatriot.com of four or more 3-pointers, hit- See HOKIES, page B3 The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 - Page B3 Austin vs. Montgomery: The ‘Great” Debate My last column on the charac- and took pride in using his felt erected a long picnic counter and to reach the women. ter, Isaac (Hogtoe) Austin follows hat to "take up collection" for Woods, a smallspeaker's platform for the Then it was Lawrence today. It is a debate he and whoever the' speaker happened to debators. This event taking place Montgomery's time to speak for Lawrence Montgomery had at be. Water & one mile east of my birthplace, I the money side. Standing straight Camp Whippoorwill owed by Besides farming, bee hunting, waited until the eating was over and tall, not moving or shifting S.B. Steger of Pulaski at the and game hunting, his greatest Wildlife and then walked down to hear the about, his adam's apple bouncing Alum Spring on Little Walker thrill was his ability to publicly W.A. “Doc” debate, as did several other peo- up and down as he humorously Creek. Hope you enjoy. debate various subjects with his Davis ple. Isaac Austin and Lawrence spoke and laughed. Lawrence ISAAC AUSTIN, neighbors. These debates will be Montgomery were there getting made a strong argument for the A LEGEND elaborated on in a special chapter. some final whispers from Mr. Sid negative side. He related how he Isaac had a vocabulary almost His brand of chewing tobacco knew him. Steger. You see, he wanted the had worked mining coal at all his own. Why his "by word" was "Brown's Mule." He said he debators to mention certain peo- Bimkton Mines owned by D. was "I Hogtoe," I have no I idea, liked something with a little kick THE "GREAT" DEBATE ple's names in the audience. Isaac Gray Langhourne lying flat on his but he scarcely related a sentence to it! Usually the rural mail carri- During the years of the "Great Austin was walking the speaker's back in 24" seams of coal, all for without using it. Sometimes he er from Long Spur to Poplar Hill Depression" 1929-39, the finest: platform as he had only one sup- money for a livelihood. But would substitute with "booken would deliver Isaac's and many entertainment for both black and porting speaker to show up. Isaac Lawrence brought the house thing." A good example would be others their chewing." white in the community was a was always the affirmative cap- down, so to speak, with his clos- as follows: "My ole hound dog, debate. Most were conducted on tain in every debate and had ing words, reminding us that the named Soop-em-babe jumped a LAWRENCE a warm summer evening, at the always won. love of money dominated people hog-toed rabbit, chased it and just MONTGOMERY black people church. Isaac Austin Since the picnic was over and of all walks of life-- doctors, scooped up the booken thing." He Lawrence Montgomery and his was always the captain of his all were seated in lawn chairs and lawyers, politicians and even was a great mimmicker, and wife Josephine lived in a log team and Lawrence Montgomery wooden benches, Isaac Austin ministers. Then he said preachers could demonstrate with his arms house located on land that joined was captain of the opposing team. began to speak. "Mr. Chairman, today will buy a new Dodge, pull and legs haw his dog "put the fan Isaac Austin. They were parents Each captain having two col- Honorable Judges, my worth up to the front door of the church, en" and overtook the rabbit. Isaac of a large family of girls and leagues making a total of six opponents, Ladies and go inside and preach a big ser- owned one blue mare named boys. speakers. I remember two of the Gentlemen, the subject to be dis- mon and then say--as we take the Mabel, but no cows because he Of course, Lawrence was the subjects that were debated, hav- cussed is: Resolved: That Man offering, "Give me your money did not like milk. son of Larkin Montgomery and ing been present for both occa- Will Venture Further For the and the Lord your troubles, " Isaac was the san of Jim and the father of James T. "Bunts" sions. Love of Woman Than for the Lawrence won the debate, Isaac Mary Austin. Be met his wife, Montgomery. Lawrence, a 1. "Resolved--that nature is Love of Money. I find myself on Austin left for home early and Fannie Brown, over across humorous man, worked many more attractive to the eye of man the affirmative side which is there was never another debate. A Walker's Big Mountain. She was years for N. F White to drive the than art." going to be the winning side." minister was present who has just a house worker for Mr. Teeb 1928 truck. 2. "Resolved--that man will After reminding the people that purchased a new car. Francis, a prominent farmer in venture further for the love of Mr. J. Frank Wysor, with all of Giles County. They were parents He and his son "Bunts" and woman than for the love of his money and wealth, employed CONCLUSION of several girls and one son, others later worked at Bemkdom money." pretty ladies as secretaries, clerks, In conclusion I feel that people Percy Lee Austin. Mines walking the "Crow Path" My vivid recollection of the and book-keepers, he made a could fellowship and enjoy life Other words .of his vocabulary across Little Walker Mountain last debate held under the large very strong presentation. way be fore television of today. were: Flour or meal to him was daily. After this mining operation beech trees at Alum Spring is Hogtoe's strong point at the Also, people, white and black, got "bread stuff." A doctor was a "pill by D. Gray Langhorne closed, clear and exciting. You see, Mr. close of his l5-minute opening along much better than today. Mr. peddler." Of course Dr. P.C. Lawrence and sons obtained jobs S.B. Steger, Jr. of Pulaski had statement was well delivered. Austin was a good steward of this Carbon was pronounced "Dr. in West Virginia mines returning built a summer home named Saying that if you situated all the community and church. The good Carbon." He was an expert game home on weekends. "Camp Whipporwill” near the women on top of Big Mountain Lord would like all of you read- hunter. Using his 12-gauge shot- This man, with all his splendid spring. His good wife had invited and placed all the men and ing this to be good stewards of gun and 22-rifle, grouse and joking remarks, was certainly the her First Pulaski Methodist money on top of Little Mountain your community and church. ground hogs were easily slain. most jovial man I ever knew. His women over for entertainment. and filled the valley with water, "But be ye doers of the word, Isaac was absolutely honest. He love of life, family and friends Mr. Sid Steger, using newly sawn men would die like flies in butter- and not hearers only…" James was a good steward of the church brightened the lives of all who boards from my father's sawmill milk,' leaving their money trying 1:22. PCHS Sports Schedule Hokies Continued from page B2

Tuesday 01/29/19 ting exactly four tonight. WHAT IS NEXT Boys Basketball: Pulaski Co. @ Cave Spring JV @ 5:30, Varsity to Follow (@Cave Spring Middle School) - Tech has been shooting lights - The Hokies will head back to Girls Basketball: Cave Spring @ Pulaski Co. JV @ 5:30, Varsity to Follow out at the charity stripe as of late, Blacksburg for a Saturday night Swim: @ Christiansburg Aquatic Center 6:30 making 47 of 55 (85.5 percent) matchup with Syracuse (13-5, 4- from the free-throw line its last 1) at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN at Wednesday 01/30/19 three games. Tonight, it owned a Carilion Clinic Court at Cassel Wrestling: Pulaski Co. @ William Fleming 5:30 15-of-16 clip (93.8 percent). Coliseum.

Thursday 01/31/19 Boys Basketball: Pulaski Co. @ Salem JV @ 5:30, Varsity to Follow Girls Basketball: Salem @ Pulaski Co. JV @ 5:30, Varsity to Follow

Saturday 02/02/19 Boys Basketball: Pulaski Co v. William Byrd (Adam Ward Classic @ Salem HS) 11:45 am Indoor Track: @ Blacksburg HS 10 am Yankees

Continued from page B1 88th round of the 1996 First-Year degree in athletic training from Buccaneers. Player Draft and appeared in 60 Illinois State University and his Major League games with the master's degree in medical sci- Tom Kackley will be the Yankees (2001) and Cardinals ences with a concentration in ath- Pulaski Yankees clubhouse man- (2005). He played 12 minor letic training and adolescent ath- ager in 2019 after serving in the league seasons with the Yankees, letics from the University of same role with the Trenton Brewers, Cardinals, and Marlins. South Florida. He spends his off- Thunder. The Yankees' 2019 Olivares begins his ninth sea- seasons as a seasonal athletic video manager is still to be deter- son in the Yankees organization, trainer for the Tampa Bay mined. returning to Pulaski in the same role he held during the 2018 campaign. He served as defensive coach for the Staten Island Yankees in 2016 and 2017 after coaching five seasons in the DSL. Olivares was signed by the Yankees as a non-drafted free agent in 1995 and played nine seasons in the Yankees farm system before playing six seasons in the independent Atlantic League. Strength and conditioning coach Larry Adegoke and athletic trainer Manny Ozoa return to Pulaski for their second and fourth seasons, respectively. Adegoke earned his B.S. in exercise science from Kennesaw State University and his M.S. in exercise and nutrition from the University of Tampa. Prior to joining the Yankees organization full-time, he served as the team's performance science assistant in the spring of 2017. Ozoa earned his bachelor's Page B4 - The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 540-808-3949 The Patriot Classifieds 540-808-3949

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RICHMOND -- Republicans designed to address the "ambigu- "If there was an armed guard The church's decision came in Supporters argue that allowing voted Monday to advance a bill ous" Virginia laws on the use of inside the temple, they would response to the 2017 shooting at concealed weapons in places of that would legalize concealed guns in places of worship, Black have been able to stop him," First Baptist Church in religious worship is a necessary weapons in places of worship in previously told the Loudoun- Trump said to reporters. Sutherland Springs, Texas, which form of preparation against Virginia. Times Mirror. Eleven were killed during the left 26 dead. potential threats. Critics maintain "I believe Virginians have the attack, which was called the As a means of "warning" indi- that stricter gun laws would bet- The Senate Courts of Justice right to protect themselves," "most deadly anti-Semitic hate viduals, the congregation put up ter prevent attacks. committee voted 7-6 along party Black stated on his website. "I crime in American history" by a sign stating that the property is SB 1024 awaits a vote from the lines to advance SB 1024. The support the right of competent, the Anti-Defamation League. "heavily armed." full Senate before moving to the bill would repeal a Virginia law law abiding citizens to own arms Last year, an identical bill was "Yes we are a church," the sign House. that makes it a Class 4 misde- to defend themselves and their endorsed by Sen. A Benton meanor to carry or conceal "any families." Chafin Jr., R-Russell. 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If passed, sought to remove the additional food stamps available to people HB 1891 would provide SNAP to requirements for drug offenders convicted of drug-related more than 600 new Virginians to meet - court compliance and felonies. who do not reside in SNAP drug rehabilitation - in order to The panel recommended that homes and are not currently eli- be eligible. But the subcommittee the full House Health, Welfare gible for SNAP because of drug- amended the bill to keep the and Institutions Committee related crimes. requirements. approve House Bill 1891, which would expand eligibility for Eighteen states have dropped Supplemental Nutrition the restrictions prohibiting drug FOR SALE Assistance Program benefits, or offenders from receiving SNAP, food stamps, to any drug offend- and 26 states - including Virginia er. - have reduced prohibitions by "We are a nation of second offering benefits if specific chances," said Del. Matthew requirements are met. Virginia James, D-Portsmouth, who spon- requires compliance with crimi- sored the bill. "This is an issue nal court and Department of we need to think about … repeal- Social Services obligations, and ing the lifetime ban on food the completion or active engage- stamps." ment in a substance abuse treat- Under current law, only people ment program. Only three states who are convicted of drug pos- implement a full lifetime ban on session felonies can be eligible SNAP for drug offenders, James for food stamps and temporary said. assistance, if they comply with "I could have a felony as seri- the court and complete a sub- ous as homicide and be eligible stance abuse treatment program. for SNAP benefits," said Pamela James said the legislation Little-Hill, director of social serves as a "safety net for felons services for the city of who have done their time, paid Portsmouth. "There is something

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This workshop is sched- uled Friday, February 8, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (class ID #12925). "Excel: Part 2" will cover functions such as ranges, logical, date and text, sort/filter, subto- tals, tables, charts and PivotTables. PivotTables are used to analyze and compare large amounts of data. This workshop will be held Friday, February 22, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (class #12923). All courses will be held at NRCC's NRV Mall site in Christiansburg, room 143. Tuition is $115 per workshop, which will prepare individuals for Microsoft Office Specialist certification. For online, registration, visit www.nr.edu/workforce, Classes & Programs, Non Credit Course Offerings and then search for the class ID number. For more information, call (540) 674-3613. Page B6 - The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 PULSE www.pcpatriot.com January 26 by The Boy Scouts.Hostess for Prevention Center hosts BINGO p.m.; Friday and Saturday at 6 Church of America located at the meeting are Annie Laurie on the 4th Saturday of each p.m. at the First Presbyterian 975 Memorial Drive. Contact NRV Modular Railroad to be James and Peggy Hemmings. It month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Church Annex located at 4th and number 540-980-5233. on display is very important that they be the Ruritan building on 4th and Jefferson St., Pulaski, Va. For The New River Valley Modular notified of your attendance at the Jefferson St in Pulaski. The more information, go to Al-Anon - Pulaski Railroad will be on display in meeting.RSVP by Feb. 1, 2019. building is located near Seagles www.newrivervalleyna.org Pulaski Al-Anon Family Group Tall Oaks Hall at Warm Hearth Funeral Home. Everyone wel- (a support group for friends and Village Center, 2387 Warm February 5 come! AA families of alcoholics) meet Hearth Drive, Blacksburg on Alcoholics Anonymous meet every Monday night at 8 p.m. at Saturday, January 26 from 10 Country Line Dance Lessons to Pulaski Old Time Jamboree Monday at 8 p.m.(closed meet- the Pulaski Presbyterian Church a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, be held A Bluegrass Jam session for ing); Wednesday (noon); and of America located at 975 January 27 from 12 Noon to 4 Cass Long, Instructor has been players of all ages is held every Thursday at 8 p.m. (open meet- Memorial Drive. Contact number p.m.. This fully functional rail- teaching Line Dancing in the Thursday evening 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. ings) at Pulaski Presbyterian 540-980-5233 road train display delights chil- New River Valley for over twen- at the Pulaski Senior Center. Join dren of all ages. Free and open to ty-five years. She teaches all the jam by playing an instrument the public. For more information, ages and a variety of line danc- or singing or just come by and contact Gary Eifried at 540-980- ing. Come join the fun. Pulaski enjoy the music. Call Dee Dean Take nine years 0710 (H), 540-797-2631(C) or Class begins February 5, 2019 at 540-392-3555 for more infor- [email protected]. Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. mation. The center is located at Memorial Baptist Church across the street from the post January 29 located at 995 Peppers Ferry office. off your brain age Road Pulaski, Va. Cost $7.00 Want to boost your mental Draper UMC to hold winter each class Cowboy Church ministry acuity? Get moving and eat your evening Bible study offers food bags to the elderly vegetables. The Draper Circuit United On-going community and shut-in Here's yet another study that Methodist Churches is holding based activities and On the third and fourth week of says we can increase our mental its winter Evening Bible study each month Cowboy Church sharpness by walking or riding a each Tuesday beginning on needs: offers food bags to the elderly stationary bike three times a January 29th in the fellowship and shut -in. On these weeks, week for six months and going the standard healthy diet for WOTM (Women of the Moose) hall of the Draper United interested participants may come on the DASH (Dietary those with high blood pressure. host monthly quarter BINGO Methodist Church located at by the church at 12 noon for pick Approaches to Stop (See MayoClinic.org for more Monthly WOTM Bingo is held 3080 Greenbriar Road. The study up if able. Delivery is available if Hypertension) diet. This Duke information.) There was no push the second Saturday of every will be at 7:00 p.m. each Tuesday necessary. Call Mike and Pat University study has an interest- to intensify the rate of exercise month at the Pulaski Moose unless Pulaski or Wythe Co. Thompson at 540-577-4923. ing result, however: It concluded (participants were told to aim for Lodge, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. There schools are closed. The initial Cowboy Church is located at 520 that we can shave nine years off 70 percent maximum heart rate), are awesome door prizes, FREE focus of the winter study will be E. Main St., Pulaski (across from our brain age. but the exercise intensified over coffee, WOTM donation a survey of the Book of Acts and Downtown Exxon). The study looked at seniors time as participants became more updates, pull tabs, raffles and is being taught by the Reverend who had mild cognitive impair- fit. much more. Come out and play RuthAnne Henley. This study is Pulaski Daily Bread in need of ment and assigned them one of The results: Those with the some quarter Bingo with your open to anyone wishing to attend. volunteers four combinations of activities: best improvements had been Women of the Moose. $10 Buy- Daily Bread is in need of servers the walking/bike exercise, a assigned the walking/bike exer- in: You play unlimited amount of February 3 on several different days, so if DASH diet or both. A fourth cise as well as the DASH diet. cards. you can spare a few hours a week choice was health education They benefited by being more First Baptist Church Pastor's you may contact Debbi Harrell alone. The first three months Volunteers needed at the organized, achieving goals and Aid Ministry to have fundrais- (Director) at 980-2131 between were spent doing exercise under Ratcliffe regulating behavior. Even those er the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 the supervision of the research who only exercised saw signifi- Ratcliffe Transportation Museum On Sunday, February 3, the p.m. Monday through Friday. facility. Later the participants cant improvement. Researchers is in need of volunteers Please Pastor's Aid Ministry of First were released to exercise on their believe this was because of call Ernie or Ron at 540-980- Baptist Church on Magazine St., Celebrate Recovery Support own. increased oxygen to the brain. 2307 for more information, Pulaski invites you to come and group at VHM Specifically, the seniors were If you want to go on the same please leave a message if no one enjoy homemade chili beans. The Valley Harvest Ministries in asked to ride a stationary bike or program, talk to your doctor and answers. meal will consist of chili beans, Dublin is now sponsoring a sup- walk for 35 minutes three times a get advice, especially about the cornbread, crackers, dessert and port group for people who are week following a 10-minute Group sets aside day each intensity rate of exercise. If drink at a cost of $5. You may working through hurts, habits warm up. The DASH diet, for month to pray for County you're concerned about your bal- purchase your food between the and hang- ups. The group meets those who were assigned, pro- ance on a stationary bike, ask A group of citizens of Pulaski hours of 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. You can each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. motes healthy grains, low sodi- about the benefits of a rowing County has set aside the 15th of eat in the fellowship hall of take Food will be served at 6:30 p.m. um, reduced dairy and meat -- machine instead. it out. This is the first of several each month to fast and pray for followed at 7 p.m. with a large events to be held leading up to the county. The group asks that group meeting and then everyone our pastor's anniversary which citizens who are of a like mind will divide into smaller groups at please join them in their effort. Dog training 101: will be celebrated on April 28. 8 p.m. The church is located at 1 The Pastor's Aid Ministry mem- Harvest Place in Dublin. bers look forward to seeing you. Feeding America Distribution of fresh produce and Narcotics Anonymous No more scraps February 4 baked goods at New Life Church The NA group HOW meets each of the Nazarene each Saturday Sunday 6 p.m. at the Christ DEAR PAW'S CORNER: My Count Pulaski Chapter from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (no Episcopal Church located at 144 dog "Itchy" sits right next to my NSDAR to meet charge) on a first-come-first- Washington Ave., in Pulaski. The knee while I'm at the dinner table The Count Pulaski Chapter, served basis. The church is locat- meeting is open to everyone. and begs for scraps of food. At NSDAR will meet on Monday, ed 45 S. Jefferson Ave., Pulaski. first he's quiet, but then he'll start February 4, 2019 at Thornspring N.A. Principles before to whine and make little mini- Golf Club, Lee High Way, Adult Day Care and Fall Personalities barking noises. After five min- Pulaski, Virginia at 5:30 p.m. Prevention Center hosts N.A. Principles before utes we can't hear ourselves talk The program will be presented monthly BINGO Personalities meets Thursday at 7 for all his begging. What can I do Adult Day Service and Fall to stop this? -- Ben K., Madison, Wisconsin calories than is healthy, or eat an DEAR BEN: That's a behavior ingredient that can be harmful to that is very common among most him, such as onion, raisins or house pets. And who can blame avocado. them? There's good food up on The simplest solution is to not that table! let Itchy approach the table at all That doesn't mean Itchy can during dinner. Train him to lay beg loudly while you're eating. down within sight of you during While occasional scraps are OK, the meal and to stay there until feeding directly from the table is you're done. After you finish eat- not, both because it leads to bad ing, feed him his dinner in his behavior and because you can't dish. control what other family mem- You'll be very busy for a few bers or guests feed him. Itchy may eat far too much fat and See PAWS, page B7 The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 - Page B7 Relationships and money Dear Dave, My father-in-law wants to help Dave us with our mortgage. We've been working hard to pay off our home Says early, and we've reduced what we owe to around $35,000. His idea is to pay off the remainder, then let us pay him back over time. In the Dave Ramsey past, he has loaned us much smaller amounts and everything has worked out fine. What do you Sponsored Each think about this? Brianne Week By Dear Brianne, Dublin Baptist I'm sure this seems like a winning proposition all the way Church around. My concern is there's a big (Across From Hardee’s) spiritual and emotional issue that has been left out of the equation. 540-674-6061 Photos courtesy of Glencoe The borrower is always slave to "Cerberus" detail--wood and acrylic work by Ben Crenshaw the lender, and nowhere is that and put an end to this? more true than in a family. Ken Dear Ken, I understand, too, you have a Glencoe Mansion to host You bet there is! File a police solid track record with this kind of report immediately, and if possi- thing. But anytime you borrow ble, have this guy arrested. He has money from family you're playing committed criminal fraud, and it's ‘2018 In Review’ art show with fire. When you do something not something you should take like this, especially with such a lightly. Also, put a fraud victim Glencoe Mansion, Museum & large amount, the money issue is alert on your credit bureau reports Gallery is pleased to announce the likely to be a shadow hovering today. opening of the gallery show, "2018 over your relationship. Family get Don't stop with just alerting the in Review." The show features the togethers, special events, and holi- works of artists who showed their days will feel different when credit card companies about this situation. You should be speaking works in the Gallery during 2018. you're there with your lender The Gallery will host a reception instead of just good old dad. with and communicating via email-plus snail mail, if necessary- on Tuesday, February 5, from 5:30 I assume your father-in-law is directly with the fraud victim divi- to 7:30 pm. doing well financially, since he sion at every credit cardcompany For the "2018 in Review" Show, can afford to make this offer. And involved. Make sure they under- the Gallery will include the works don't get me wrong, it's a very kind stand this is a denial of responsi- of Peggy Amonette, Harriet and generous offer. If I were in his bility and not simply a dispute. Anderson, Jeni Benos, Sandra shoes, I might offer instead to pay Beasley, Bonnie Blackburn, Ben off the mortgage as a gift to my Let them know you're sorry this Crenshaw, Francis Carter, Sandra son and daughter-in-law for work- happened, but explain that all Cauthen, Jane Collins, Rose Mary ing so hard to attain a goal. But it these charges in your names are Cornett, Catherine Cox, Linda would be a gift. No strings the result of a criminal act perpe- Coyle, David Ferrell, Matt Gentry, "Never Enough Time"-- attached. trated against you. You may have Linda Glidewell, Barbara Griffith, photograph by -Dave to stand your ground with the Rebecca Harris, Frank Herzog, Linda Waggaman Dear Dave, credit card companies, because "Musical Tree"--painting by Mack Hilton, Wendy Hodge, which offers a three-in-one experi- We recently learned that my some of them might try to get you Starroot Ginny Jones, Kathryn Kelley, ence with House Museum, History wife's ex-husband used her social to pay it, anyway. Don't do it! Nancy Kent, Kendall Kessler, Exhibits and Art Gallery. There is security number to establish sever- -Dave Bucky Lawrence, Ruth Lefko, always something new to see at al credit card accounts. We've * Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Annyce Levy, Phyllis Long, Katie Francis Staples, Sharon Taylor, Solutions. He has authored seven best-sell- Glencoe. written and called the credit card Susan Trulove, Linda Waggaman, ing books, including The Total Money Monroe, Shirley Paine, William Everyone is welcome to attend companies, and we're disputing Shaun C. Whiteside and Lark Makeover. Follow Dave on the web at dav- Ratcliffe, Rose Rogers, Ernie the reception. There is no admis- the charges, but is there anything eramsey.com and on Twitter at Wojdak. Ross, Jill Sandidge, Valerie sion charge. "2018 in Review" else we can do to protect ourselves @DaveRamsey. Sellers, Joyce Sims, Starroot, The Gallery at Glencoe is a great community venue for local will be on display through March artists to exhibit their talents and 1. for the public to see the artistic tra- Mission Statements ditions of the region. The Gallery The Patriot is just one component of Glencoe 808-3949 I've been feeling nostalgic the owners are looking at Mansion, Museum & Gallery, lately since I spent some time Down To growth of the company, then the with my daughters taking a walk visionaries of the company will down memory lane. Looking Business create a vision statement. The back at old photos, keepsakes Peggy White vision statement will project the and finding things from the old Pulaski County future plans for the business and business reminded me of the Chamber of describe what success will look pressures we faced in trying to Commerce like. The mission statement and find balance between family and the vision statement are vital business. We often had to deal planning tools that take time and with crises, employment, and business serves as a reminder of thought to create, but when they customer issues. Unlike some what the business stands for to are designed carefully, updated jobs, where at the end of the day its employees and what it offers regularly, and referenced consis- you leave it behind, this fol- its customers. The mission state- tently, these guides can help the lowed us 24-7. The way we ment serves as a guide to the company stay on course. managed crisis situations was by business during crisis. The our own moral compasses. longevity of the company "If you can't fly then run, if Relying on your own moral depends on the mission state- you can't run then walk, if you compass is fine for personal ment. When a business follows can't walk then crawl, but what- issues but business decisions and stays true to its mission con- ever you do you have to keep require something broader and sistently, eventually the business moving forward." Martin more detached. A business needs can look towards the future. Luther King Jr. a mission statement. When a business is lucky Work hard, be productive, and The mission statement in a enough to get to the point that above all else stay positive. Paws

Continued from page B6 days or weeks as he will complain and try to approach the table. Be prepared for this. Work extra sessions daily with Itchy on the "sit ... lay down ... stay" commands until he responds well.

Be consistent: He must lay down when dinner starts and stay there without complaining. And he must get his dinner when you're done. With a rou- tine in place, Itchy's behavior should improve.

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Call Us At 808-3949 [email protected] [email protected] Page B8 - The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 - Page B9 Page B10 - The Patriot - Friday, January 25, 2019 Kidd awarded Goodness and Light Alumni Award from Bluefield Bluefield, VA- Bluefield nity in which he serves. Anthony College recently presented its 2nd continues to follow Bluefield Annual Dr. Donna Watson College's mission of transforma- Goodness and Light Alumni tional servant leadership through- Award - a tribute to a pillar of the out his work in public education. Teacher Education Program and Brandy Smith, Assistant Professor former Dean of the School of of Education stated, "We are so Education and Social Sciences. pleased to honor his service The recipient of the 2nd annual through this prestigious award." Let us award is Anthony Kidd, an assis- Mrs. Phyllis Owens was also tant principal at Riverlawn recognized this year with an hon- Elementary School. orary Goodness and Light Award warm up! Created collaboratively by the for her work in the Department of Bluefield College School of Teacher Education. According to Let us warm up, I don't know Education and Social Sciences and Shellie Brown, "Mrs. Owens has if you like cold weather, I don't! Office of Alumni Relations, the made such a positive impact on I have some simple recipes, that Goodness and Light Alumni countless students as a high school you may like! Award is designed to recognize English teacher and as a professor The first one is, take three graduates who are "doing great and mentor to pre-service teachers deboned and skinned chicken things in our schools and class- at Bluefield College. She spreads rooms," according to Shellie goodness and light in everything breasts, par boil chicken in Anthony Kidd, an assistant water with pinch of salt (about Brown, Director of the BC she does." Teacher Education Program. The principal at Riverlawn 10 mins.), remove and cut into Elementary School in ½ pieces. Add in frying pan annual award, she added, will recognize a graduate of the School of Fairlawn, is the recipient of the with three tablespoons of butter. 2nd annual Dr. Donna Watson Add pinch of salt and pepper. As Education who "embodies Dr. Watson's mantra of spreading Goodness and Light Alumni the chicken cooks you need 1 Award. cup of mild cheddar cheese or goodness and light within the field Monterey Jack ½ chopped cup of education." The award gives us onions, 1 green or red pepper the opportunity to recognize mem- has since entered into the role of chopped. Par cook everything bers of our outstanding alumni school administration. except chicken (which is fully base with an honor that best Anthony Kidd has been spread- cooked ). Add chicken to mix- expresses our appreciation for ing good and light into the lives of ture and place mixture on a bed their service to our education com- students since he first stepped foot of tortilla chips, top with more munities. Kidd, the recipient of into the classroom. He is passion- cheese and raw onions, then add this year's award, earned his bach- ate about serving children and salsa, sour cream or chopped down to low boil, add two elor's degree with teacher licen- dedicates personal time and tomatoes. This is an easy meal, chopped onions (white or yel- sure from Bluefield College and resources into the school commu- you can use shopped beef or low), 2 tablespoons of butter, 1/3 pork sausage in place of chick- cup instant mash potatoes flakes, en. if you don't have potatoes use ¼ Here is an easy snack or party cup all purpose flour, and a food, when you are in the house pinch of black pepper. Cook for with the children. At the super- about 4 hours ( add water, when market purchase several vari- needed). eties of cookies, vanilla, choco- In you don't have dried peas late chip, ginger snaps and a use several boxes of frozen peas container of icing. You and the it will only take two hours to kids can make sandwich cookies make. Add these final items, salt for friends and family. I have (kosher salt use ½ teaspoon), add also made cookies using toast, ½ bacon bits or fully cooked toast and cut into triangles, ice ham or chipped ham cold cuts. and cover with chopped nuts (no These are a couple of easy peanuts) or cocoa powder. meal items that your family will The easy one is Pea Soup you love. Remember that Valentine's can get two bags of dried green Day is February 14. So remem- peas, put into 1 ½ quarts of ber your Valentine! water, bring to boil and cook for Good Eats! 20 - 30 minutes, cut temperature Dave Affordable health screenings coming Feb. 1 to Pulaski Residents living in and tion, and more around the Pulaski, Virginia can Screenings are affordable, learn about their risk for cardio- convenient and accessible for vascular disease, osteoporosis, wheelchairs and those with diabetes, and other chronic, trouble walking. Free parking serious conditions with afford- is also available. able screenings by Life Line Packages start at $149, but Screening. 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