If you’ve traveled MacCorkle Avenue recently, you’ve probably noticed that the General Charles Yeager Rocket has been refurbished.  The rocket was dedicated on July 4, 1970 by then Mayor Averil Ramsey, with the main address being made by US Congressman John Slack.  Some may not know this, but with in the pedestal in which the rocket stands is a time capsule.  Members of the Explorer Scout Post No. 376 completed installation of the capsule by placing mementos of the era in the base.  The purpose of the monument is to honor then Air Force Brigadier General Charles “Chuck” Yeager, who was the first person to fly an aircraft faster than the speed of sound.  The rocket still stands today as a reminder of this accomplishment by General Yeager.  The St. Albans City Council honored the St. Albans JRROTC under the direction of Gunnery Sergeant and Councilman Steve Donelson for the work done in refurbishing the monument.  So as you approach St. Albans Roadside Park, we remind you to look at a job well done. 
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