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Reclassification takes a toll
The human side of the school system's budget cuts
Rodney and Patricia Pendergrass have lived the American dream. Now in their mid-50s, they've raised three sons and enjoy playing with their three grandchildren as often as they can. They've worked hard all their lives, and often sacrificed to make ends meet. But their dream is showing some cracks, and they're hoping to keep it from shattering. More...
Spring is here and so are the flower shows
By Joan Tupponce CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Elaborate interiors, historic homes and a ghost. These are just three things you'll find on the "South of the James By Invitation Only" home tour and flower show. Members of the Chester Garden Club are working diligently to make the upcoming event a huge success. More...

Looking for money
County may restore some services slated to be cut
By Greg Pearson STAFF WRITER

County leaders are trimming around the edges of the FY10 proposed budget scheduled to be approved April 15 and relying heavily on the recommendations of the Budget & Audit Committee [BAC]. More...

 News
• article has image Board member sues Brandermill Association
A member of the Brandermill Community Association (BCA) Board of Directors has filed a lawsuit against the board and 20 unnamed persons for libel. More...
• Family sues developer, association for $2.3 million
• John Tyler summer registration begins
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 News Briefs
• Slot machines are unlucky for two men
After an investigation, police have seized slot machines from Meadowbrook Barbecue, located at 5714 Hopkins Road, and arrested the owner and another man. According to police, the restaurant owner, Jack W. Taylor Jr., 63, of the 12200 block of Carbon Hill Court, turned himself into police, who charged him with conducting an illegal gambling operation, illegal possession of a gambling device, money laundering and permitting gambling on the premises. More...
• Commercial real estate leases
• DMVs to close temporarily next month
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 Family
• article has image Fleet management model helps schools save money
In response to concerns about its longstanding practice of using fuel markups to subsidize reduced labor rates, Chesterfield County's Fleet Management Division has overhauled its accounting system beginning with the FY10 budget (starting July 1). More...
• article has image "Home" work halfway around the world
• article has image Painting the past
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 Mindscapes
• article has image Art & athletics merge at James River talent show
In this economy, it seems that everyone is in need of a bailout. Fortunately, James River High School's athletic department will soon be the recipient of a much-needed "stimulus package," courtesy of some very talented students. Late last month, James River's Beta Club presented its Eighth Annual Talent Show. More...
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 Crime Watch
• Quick reaction drives bad guys away
It was just about 10:30 p.m. on March 27 when a woman arrived at a parking lot in the 5900 block of Hopkins Road to meet a friend. She parked in a space and waited. After a few minutes, she noticed two people walking toward her car. More...
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 Loose Ends
• article has image Just trying to shop
Last week I was looking at shoes in a discount store, and I decided to try on a pair of those high heels that are an invitation to see an orthopedist. I held on to the shelves and slipped the first shoe on. Clearly I couldn't hang on, and changing my other shoe while standing on one was an accident waiting to happen. More...
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 Opinions
• Police department budget is not enough
Dear Editor, The county administrator's proposed budget reduction for the Chesterfield County Police Department (CCPD) is detrimental to public safety in this county. This reduction results in officer safety issues with limited backup availability, increased response time and a decrease in prevention and resolution of crime. More...
• Cosby student questions dancing standards
• Corrections & Amplifications
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 Calendar
• article has image Preschoolers can search for the sounds of spring
In the Spotlight What Do We Hear in Spring?, Wednesday, April 15, 10-11 a.m., Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Road. Identify the sounds of springtime animals during a short nature hike. Part of the Exploring Nature with Small Hands series for children ages 3-4. A parent or guardian must accompany each child. $4/child. Denise Flora, 674-1629. More...
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