John 1

1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
2 The same was in the beginning with God.
3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men.
5 And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.
6 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John.

Bacon Up

Fry bacon, remove from pan, saute onions in grease; add tomato paste, water, salt, sugar, pepper. Cook slowly until mixture measures two cups, then add it to rice in top section of steamer. Add 1/2 cup additional grease; steam for 1/2 hour, then add bacon, crumbled, and stir with a fork. Cook 30-45 minutes longer. Serves 6-8.-Charleston Receipts

Rivanna Trail Reopens

road closed sign
A quarter mile section of the Rivanna Trail paralleling the river has reopened.
The section of trail was shut down following a wastewater overflow a month ago (January 10).
Surcharged Rivanna wastewater interceptor
January 10 the river came out of its banks.

If you are in a wheelchair, beach tires are advisable. 100 feet of the path has a 4″ layer of sand deposited on top of the asphalt walkway. The sand makes narrow wheel passage a challenge.

NOTE! February 12 Parks and Recreation staff were out early Monday morning (2/12/2024) and did a commendable job of clearing sand from the trail in Riverview Park. It is now easy to pass with skinny tires (wheelchairs, strollers, road bikes)