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Virginia State University schedules 23rd Annual Agriculture Field Day
      Cooperative Extension at Virginia State University (VSU) will hold its 23rd Annual Agriculture Field Day on Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m., on the school's Randolph Farm, which is located on River Road in Ettrick.
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Hot weather advisory for older adults
      Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging, is encouraging people to take time to check on the well-being of older family members, friends and neighbors, especially those living alone, to ensure their comfort and safety during hot, humid weather.
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Summer reading is good for mind and soul
      Whether you're traveling for vacation, or staying home while the temperature soars, summer is a good time to catch up on some reading. Summer is one of two big seasons for publishers and booksellers, according to Tom Shepley, publications and promotions manager for Chesterfield County libraries.
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New 10-U baseball team forming
      A new 10-U baseball team is forming in Chesterfield with tryouts in August. For more information, call Jeff Newman at 283-6242 or e-mail newmanzx2@live.com.
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Pigcasso
      Smithfield, an 11-year-old pig, paints on a canvas during a recent appearance at the Central Library as part of the summer reading program. Smithfield was trained by his owner, Fran Martin, a teacher at Thomas Dale High School with no previous experience training animals.
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