Henrico, Richmond, and Chesterfield firefighters teamed up yesterday to train for emergencies, specifically tornadoes. Knowing that if a tornado ever ripped through our area we would be ready to pull local forces together and save lives quicker.
According to NBC12 -
Several fire departments and FEMA teamed up today in Henrico County. The scenario: a tornado has blown through the area leveling the Wal-Mart on Brook Road and hundreds of people are potentially trapped inside.
Read more from http://www.desastres.org
On March 14th, Police said the man was walking on the train tracks when he was struck by a southbound train. The injured victim was transported by Med-Flight to VCU Medical Center. Police are still investigating
Seriously, I just posted a news release on a woman being struck by a train. I think the lesson learned here is that when there is a competition between a human and a train, always bet on the train.
From the minute you set foot inside this stucco building, you know you’re in for a treat. We were greeted quickly by a friendly host, and immediatly seated in a booth that was surrounded by colorful murals on the wall. From our seat, we got a great view of a large decorative fountain at the center of the restaurant. After delivering a water and a large Dos Equis, our server brought out the standard, yet always delicious chips and salsa. At Mi Hacienda they also give you a spicy bonus, a delicious Mexican style ranch dip. (more…)
Update: Here are some pictures from the tour, taken by InertialGeek
Saturday, March 15, noon-4 p.m.
Falling Creek Ironworks
Join us for an exciting exploration of America’s first iron furnace, the 1619-22 ironworks on Falling Creek. Tour guides will lead you through the archaeological ruins of both the 1619 ironworks and Archibald Cary’s colonial grist mill. Activities will include guided tours, exhibits, costumed interpreters, living history, demonstrations such as period cooking, blacksmithing, shoemaking and candle making, and special performances by Virginia Indians and the Press Gang. Food and drinks will be available. Admission is free.
Details: (804) 751-4946
Chesterfield County settles with Mr. Murmer after firing him for painting with his body parts on his free time and off of school property. Ultimately this is probably more money than he originally would have gotten from one of his paintings, I would think. However, I bet they are pretty expensive now.
“I am pleased with this settlement,” said Stephen Murmer. “I hope my case will cause schools to think twice before they fire a teacher for expressing himself outside the classroom. This settlement represents a vindication of me and the First Amendment.”
Read more from ACLU
Police are searching for a man who robbed the Call Federal Credit Union at 3640 Call Federal Drive at 1:11 p.m. today. No one was injured during the robbery.
Police said the man entered the credit union, approached a teller and demanded money. The suspect fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of money. Click more for pictures and description. (more…)
The Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry’s Bluff Road, on Saturday, March 15, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. There will be four age groups for the Easter Egg Hunt: infants to age 2, 3- to 5-year-olds, 6- to 9-year-olds, and 10 and older. Each group will have specially marked eggs that may be redeemed for prizes. There also will be door prizes, a clown, barrel train rides, a disc jockey and the Easter Bunny.
This event is free and is open to the public. For more information, call (804) 275-5321.
