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ICE HOUSE had a big fishing tournament every Bank until 1982, and in the bait shop Chester rents
month. It was my favorite. But it
business until 2000. Afterward she built
was long hours,” Jean Fulghum her husband’s welding business, MFI, increased moderately
said. “Sometimes after midnight. I into a $5.5 million business with over
Continued from page 1 remember one lasted until four in the
are of Nester Vaughan, one of the morning before all the tallying was 60 employees, but for most locals it was over the past month
her time as proprietor of the ice house
regulars. “He would go fishing and completed.” where she is best remembered.
come back and cook up fish for 10 to 15 Theirs was a pro-am tournament Fulgham is retired and she will be According to Andrew Woo, Apart-
people. Sometimes he would cook deer with prize money that would draw celebrating her 76th birthday July 27. ment List, “Chester rents have increased
meat,” Hawkins said. “I also remember anglers from Maryland to North 0.4 percent over the past month, and are
going to the Western Sizzlin every night Carolina topping out with 225 anglers up slightly by 1.8 percent in comparison
after the store closed.” The Western to compete. They also had Chuckie’s to the same time last year. Currently, me-
Sizzlin was located at the entrance of Tournament, a tournament once a year dian rents in Chester stand at $1,070 for
the Breckenridge Shopping Center. in honor of Fulgham’s son who died in a one-bedroom apartment and $1,240 for
Fishing tournaments were a big 1991. a two-bedroom. Chester’s year-over-year
part of life at the ice house. “We Jean Fulghum worked at F&M rent growth is level with the state average
of 1.8 percent, but lags the national aver-
age of 2.9 percent.

Aspiring Homeowners’
Education class

Virginia Commonwealth Bank will
be hosting a Free Aspiring Homeown-
ers’ Education Class June 14th at the
Chester Public Library, 11800 Centre
St. Chester, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. At-
THE CHESTER ICE HOUSE LOGO
tendees can come learn about Budget-
ing and Building Credit to purchase a
Explore Educational, home, as well as the Prequalification/
Training Options during Application process, and what to expect
Open House at JTCC when working with a Realtor. RSVP to
Brandon Luebbers 518-2710 or email
bluebbers@vacommbank.com
The community is invited to vis-
it JTCCs campuses during Open House
events on July 31, and August 1 during goals. Those ready to attend Tyler will also
these events, attendees will have the op- receive assistance with their application,
portunity to learn about Tyler’s programs class registration and the financial aid pro-
and services; get tips on how to pay for cess. July 31, 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the
college; tour campus; and discuss educa- Chester Campus. Aug. 1 11 a.m. – 6:30
tional options that align with their personal p.m. at the Midlothian Campus.

JEAN FULGHUM, ENJOYING RETIREMENT, OWNED THE CHESTER ICE HOUSE
FOR 22 YEARS, AND ALTHOUGH IT IS NO LONGER AN ICE HOUSE OR A BAIT
AND TACKLE SHOP MOST PEOPLE REMEMBER THE BRICK BUILDING ON JEF-
FERSON DAVIS HIGHWAY NEAR OSBORNE ROAD THAT WAS ONCE SYNONO-
MOUS WITH FISH AND FISHERMEN.

JULY EVENTS {You’re Invited!}

Join us for free entertainment, outings, and seminars designed for seniors and their families. Call ahead
to sign up or learn about staying as a Respite guest. For trips, ride along with us on our mini-bus.
Tuesday, July 11 • 3:30 pm Survival Skills for Healthy Aging: Safe Banking for Seniors
Wednesday, July 12 • 10 am A Journey through Germany: Assisted Living & Memory Care
A Historial Presentation by Mr. Crinkley
Friday, July 14 • 6:30 pm Singer and Entertainer Craig Anders Performs 804-520-0050
Thursday, July 20 • 3:30 pm German Sweets and Treats: DunlopHouse.com
A sampling of German Chocolates and Cakes 235 Dunlop Farms Boulevard
Saturday, July 22 • 1 pm Cooking Class: Traditional German Foods Colonial Heights, VA 23834

Call 804-520-0050 to RSVP or to schedule your personal tour. Coordinated Services Management, Inc. - Professional
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