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Board approves raises for two top positions By Ken Odor jodor@goochlandgazette.com

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Goochland Board of Zoning Appeals members Harriet Phillips, left, Richard Carchman and Yasmine Hamad chat before Monday’s hearing. Goochland County and Benedictine urged the board to dismiss an appeal of the school’s proposed plan of development by neighbors on River Road but the board agreed to hear more arguments on June 17.

BZA will consider appeal of Benedictine development plan By Ken Odor jodor@goochlandgazette.com

Benedictine College Preparatory School’s plans to open for the fall semester got a setback when the Goochland Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) refused to throw out an appeal by neighbors of the school to overturn the Plan of Development (POD) approved by the county in January. Attorneys for Benedictine and Goochland County argued that the neighbors did not have standing to mount an appeal, nor did the BZA have jurisdiction to hear such an appeal. “This body does not have the

authority -- that’s the long and short of it,” Benedictine attorney Darvin Satterwhite told the four members. And Satterwhite said according to Virginia law only the applicant, in this case Benedictine, would have standing to appeal a plan of development (POD) if it were rejected. Attorney Patrick Taves, hired by the county to represent it, agreed. “This board does not have jurisdiction to hear this case,” he said, and argued further that But attorney for the four plaintiffs Patrick M. McSweeney said the General Assembly could not have intended to prohibit such an appeal. “The General Assembly has

always given aggrieved landowners a right to appeal,” he maintained in answer to a question from the board. After a brief recess to confer with their attorney, Maynard Sype, the board moved to continue its deliberations on the appeal and scheduled a hearing for June 17, asking the parties to address several points in the suit at that time, including whether failure to refer the POD to the county zoning administrator and alleged non-compliance with county code concerning possible damage caused by increased stormwater runoff to neighbors’ property do not constitute grounds for rejecting the POD.

Goochland’s supervisors unanimously approved 7 percent salary increases for County Administrator Rebecca Dickson and County Attorney Norman Sales at their Tuesday meeting. Effective July 1 this year, once the changes to the employment agreements have been signed, Dickson will earn $164,841 yearly, up from $153,913 and Sales will earn $155,780, compared to his current salary of $145,453. Deputy County Administrator for Financial Services John Wack said money for the increases was included in the FY2014 budget adopted by the supervisors in April. Both individuals also receive $10,000

annual deferred compensation packages; in addition Dickson is provided a $12,000 yearly automobile allowance by the county. “One of the county’s key objectives is to attract and retain high quality employees,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Ken Peterson. “The county is fortunate to have a great team of professionals that report to work each day. The compensation adjustments contained in the fiscal year 2014 budget are designed to reward good performance, relieve some salary compression pressures that have been building, and with respect to our contract employee positions, including the County Administrator and County Attorney, to help the county remain competitive with changing market conditions.”

Trial set for man accused of beating school teacher By Ken Odor jodor@goochlandgazette.com

A Henrico man charged with beating a Goochland Middle School teacher last December will stand trial next month in Goochland Circuit Court. Uriah K. Harris, charged with attempted murder and malicious wounding plus two misdemeanor charges, will face a jury June 18 for the attack on the morning of December 5 last year, when he allegedly lay in wait for his former girlfriend in the parking lot of Goochland Middle School and began to beat her. Two other teachers pulled Harris off the woman and he fled, turning himself

into the Goochland Sheriff’s Office later that day. Sheriff James Agnew credited the two teachers who came to their coworker’s aid with possibly saving her life. Harris, accompanied by his attorney John Amos, pled not guilty to all four charges and requested a jury trial at the arraignment before Judge Timothy K. Sanner last Friday. Goochland Commonwealth’s Attorney Claiborne Stokes told the court he anticipated calling three witnesses and said the trial could be completed in one day. Harris is being held without bail at the Henrico County jail.

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Goochland Board of Supervisors Ken Peterson presents a plaque to Constance M. Reid honoring her for her induction into the Goochland County Parks and Recreation Wall of Fame. Reid was accompanied at the Board of Supervisors meeting by two sisters, Helen Wingate at left, who traveled all the way from Philadelphia for the ceremony and Christina Williams.

‘Miss Connie’ is the latest face to grace Parks Wall of Fame By Ken Odor jodor@goochlandgazette.com

Goochland Parks and Recreation and Facilities Management added a new face to their Wall of Fame last week with the addition of Constance M. Reid. Reid was honored both at a dinner at the old gym and later at the evening session of the Board of Supervisors meeting. “Ms. Connie as she is called by those who know her has professionally and voluntarily served the Goochland community for upwards of 15 years,” said Director Derek Stamey. “She’s worked for Parks

and Recreation in a number of various roles. She’s done it all, run programs, operated the office at times, answered questions from the public, assisted with Department special events, and even served French fries from the concession stand. “Her service to the community doesn’t stop with her contributions to Parks and Recreation. Ms. Connie served as a founding member of Goochland’s Court Appointed Special Advocates, where she worked to provide a voice for abused and neglected children, both in the courtroom and in the community. Her work with CASA spanned over a decade

and included numerous efforts to fundraise for the organization. “In addition to CASA, Ms. Connie has served on the board for the Goochland Christmas Mother for over 10 years, and as its President for 2.5 years. Thanks to her selflessness, hundreds of families in Goochland have received a Christmas when they may not have otherwise.” “Her induction to the Wall of Fame and more importantly her service that got her there can serve as an example to everyone on what service to your fellow citizen looks like,” he concluded.

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Visiting group elevates acoustic gospel music By Korey Hughes Special Correspondent

Acoustic choral singing is a somewhat neglected art these days, but the Higher Ground Quartet is keeping the rich and soulful sound of a capella gospel music alive. And, local residents will get the chance to hear the group perform live when the Virginia-based singers perform at Goochland Baptist Church at 2454 Manakin Road in Manakin-Sabot at 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 19. Brothers Jared and Rodney Heatwole, the group’s founders, grew up in the Shenandoah Valley, and originally, the first and second tenors started singing two-part harmonies together. Then, the pair formed its first group, the Streets of Gold Quartet, in its local area and began recording. But, when the duo relocated to McDowell, Va. in 2003 after their father started a mission church there, they started the Higher Ground Quartet with members Joe Shell and Timothy

Heatwole, who provided a third tenor part and a bass sound, respectively. Although current member and baritone Jeff Freed eventually replaced Shell, the group found the signature sound that it is now known for, and it has been performing at churches throughout the state for several years. In fact, Sunday’s appearance is a stop on the group’s current tour. Since its inception, the Higher Ground Quartet has released five albums, including “Better Than Life,” “Brothers Forever,” “Jesus, Our Jubilee” and “Land of the Living.” And, its most recent release,“Wonderful Savior,” is now helping the group to find new fans. Incidentally, Sunday won’t be the first time that the group has lifted the spirits of church goers at Goochland Baptist Church. Adam Phlegar, the pastor of families and music, said that the Higher Ground Quartet has performed there in the past and that he has seen one of their skillful shows before. Phlegar also men-

tioned that the group has connections with members of Goochland Baptist Church’s congregation, which is how it was introduced to the church in the first place. “They were absolutely phenomenal,” Phlegar said. “Everything they do is a capella, and listening to them blend and make their own music and not be covered by an instrument is pretty remarkable.” The performance is open to Goochland Baptist Church members and the general public alike, so if you enjoy acoustic vocal performances and soul-stirring gospel music, you won’t be disappointed. And, according to Phlegar, it will be the kind of uplifting performance that families can enjoy listening to together. “They’re a very talented group,” Phlegar said. “And, it’s a family-friendly atmosphere with good music and good fellowship.” The performance is free, but a love offering will be collected for the group.

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The Higher Ground Quartet, from left, Timothy Heatwole, Jeff Reed, Rodney Heatwole and Jared Heatwole will perform May 19 at Goochland Baptist Church.

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Poet John Blake encourages students’ efforts By Ken Odor jodor@goochlandgazette.com

Poet John S. Blake sat quietly last Thursday afternoon as the members of the Goochland High School Dead Poets Society worked on their assignment. Sitting quietly doesn’t seem to come naturally to Blake, who exhibited a wealth of energy at the afternoon session, encouraging the six students to validate the emotion that their short poems revealed. “Yes,” he hollered, as one student was moved to tears by the lines she had written. “Go through the pain,” he said, encouraging the young writers to validate their feelings. “Don’t deny it if you feel it he said. “Crying is like taking your soul to the laundromat.” Blake spent two weeks this month speaking to 31 English classes. “More than 700 students have seen John,” said English teacher Emily Holloway-Costa, who brought Blake to the school. Blake, 43, now lives in

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John S. Blake works with members of the Goochland High School Dead Poets Society Mollie Ball, left and Freida Turner last week. Blake spent two weeks at the school working with English classes.

Richmond after a turbulent life that began in New York City, where he experienced family tragedies due to AIDS and drug addiction. Poetry saved his life, according to an account on his web site. He was ready to overdose when he heard a poem being read on the television that prompted him to stop short. Life and death was the subject of one poem Blake used in his presentation to the poets

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group. “At the End of Life, a Secret” by Reginald Dwayne Betts was one of the poems Blake read to the group before their writing assignment. In it, a bored coroner processes a body, weighing each part and comes up 21 grams short, the weight of what some think is the soul. “all that moves you through this world.” – ends Betts’ poem. Holloway-Costa said The Dead Poets Society sprang from a student’s suggestion. And she found out about Blake after going to a “poetry slam.” She got funding from the Central Office and brought Blake to GHS for his two-week stay. Blake’s writing assignment for the group this afternoon was to create a poem with a turn – to go in one direction and then change the message at the end for dramatic impact. As they read, Blake praised each students’ effort, even while chiding several about trying to issue “disclaimers” before they read their work aloud. “Mr. Blake opened up the eyes of the sometimes close-

minded Goochland population. He showed us that there are more things out there than gossip and long, hard to understand poems,” said student Mollie Ball. After the session Blake talked about what he hoped to accomplish with his seminars with the GHS students. “I want you to write about what matters to you,” he said was his message to students. “Then the technical stuff comes,” referring to style, rhyme and meter. “It’s got to have some risk,” he concluded. “Mr. Blake effected a significant impact on the students here at GHS and made them view poetry, and perhaps their own lives, in a whole new light,” said Holloway-Costa. “For so many of our students, this experience was as positively therapeutic as it was educational. I am so glad and grateful to Mr. Blake for the gifts of poetry and empathy he shared with all who had the opportunity to see him in action and to my department for welcoming Mr. Blake with open arms and open classrooms so that he could touch the life of nearly every student at this school.”

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JSR garden benefits Goochland Free Clinic By Ken Odor jodor@goochlandgazette.com

The Goochland Food Pantry has a new source of fresh produce, thanks to the efforts of a group of interns and students at J. Sargeant Reynoldsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Goochland Campus. According to Toni Gregory, who is coordinating the Organic Vegetable Garden under the direction of Horticulture Department Director David Seward, the garden has already produced 116 pounds of fresh organic produce for the pantry, which is operated by the Goochland Free Clinic and Family Services Agency. New Goochland Food Pantry manager Terri Lynn Smith said the produce is delivered to the

food pantry, which is virtually across the street in Goochland Courthouse, each Wednesday. â&#x20AC;&#x153; You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get any fresher than that,â&#x20AC;? said Smith. On a recent Wednesday afternoon students were harvesting cool weather vegetables. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Part of what draws me to farming is to feed people who are in need,â&#x20AC;? said Tracy Aiello, a student from Charlottesville who was helping out with the harvesting. Gregory said Seward reached out to the food pantry to find out what they needed most and fresh produce was the answer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a learning opportunity for the students,â&#x20AC;? said Gregory, as well as an chance to help out the community.

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No, I’m not talking about taking to the streets to protest, smoke pot, or badmouth Uncle Sam. I’m talking about resisting the insidious, constant pressure to replace people with machines. And the destructive effect on human society of such a process. For example, when returning from the always entertaining evening meetings of the Board of Supervisors or School Board in Goochland County, I often stop in a the local supermarket for a late night treat – say some chocolate ice cream. As those meetings often run late, there may not be too many cashiers on duty but there will always be those soulless automatic checkout machines waiting. I don’t use them. I won’t use them. How come? Because every time I do I help deprive someone of a job running a cash register at that grocery store. Running a cash register at a grocery store was one of the first jobs I had as a teenager after being a paper boy. It was fun -- one of the most enjoyable jobs I ever had. They made me the express register operator ’cause I was pretty fast back then, believe it or not. I got to see all the folks in the neighborhood -- flirted with the girls, joked with the boys, and said “Yes, ma’am” and “Yes, sir” to their parents. Likewise at my local supermarket, there are some folks I see regularly working the registers. I ask

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how they’re doing and we chat a little. I like that and I think they do too. The auto checkout machines talk too, but it’s not quite the same. Somehow I don’t think they are really interested in me. They don’t know how to flirt -- that’s for sure! Or, for another example, I recently had the unpleasant experience of trying to track down a package shipped through one of our two major national parcel post companies. It soon became quite clear that great effort had been taken to prevent a caller from talking to a human being, which had me checking via computer at any number of locations to see where the small cardboard parcel might be lurking. I finally did get a person on the phone and a tentative location. But when I asked for a phone number to verify the parcel was in fact there, the clerk told me there was no phone number for this location. This, I maintained, could not be true and demanded I be given a phone number. I got one; I phoned and was told by an actual living person that the package was there. I’ll find out later this week if it’s true. Is it more efficient to use recordings and the computer to run a business? Maybe. Is it worth it? I don’t think so, do you? -Ken Odor

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Shalita Randolph turns the first shovelful of dirt where her new home will stand.

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, May 5 Habitat broke ground for its 19th house to be built since its inception in 1997 with the latest partner family of Shalita Randolph and her two children, Nydja, a girl aged 8 and Corey, a boy aged 6. Shalita handled the shovel in front of 10 of her family, who came to cheer her on and help her with the 300 hours of sweat equity she will have to put into the building of her new home to qualify to receive it. She applied to Habitat in 2011 and kept applying until accepted this year. Shalita is 30 years old and looking forward to her first home of her very own to give a better life to her children. She has been living with her parents and one of her sisters and her family in a happy but very crowded home. Her father works in commercial construction for Platinum Enterprises and so should be a big help in the work on the house as the volunteers progress with the construction. Shalita works in Louisa at Tridem Corporation where she has been for the last three years. She is working on her GED and hopes to soon take courses at J. Sargeant Reynolds to help her to make a better life for her family. Habitat welcomes such a positive and hardworking partner family.

Letters to the Editor Dogs can’t run free in April and May A reminder to owners of dogs in Goochland that there is a littleknown restriction during certain months. It is copied here from the Code of Ordinances - Goochland; Chapter 3 - Animals; Article 3 Dogs; Division 1 - Generally; Section 3-53 Running at large prohibited during certain months. It shall be unlawful for any dog to run at large in the county during the period of April 1 to May 31, inclusive of each year. For the purpose of this article, a dog shall be deemed to be running at large while roaming, running or self-hunting off the property of its owner or custodian and not under its owner’s or custodian’s immediate control. Any person who permits his dog to run at large or remain unconfined, unrestricted or not penned up during the period specified shall be deemed to have violated the provisions of this section.

Cuccinelli on our side says supervisor

One thing we have always known for sure: Ken Cuccinelli is on our side. He was on our side against an overreaching federal government seeking to impose unwanted health care mandates. On our side against an EPA exceeding its authority to regulate water as a pollutant at a cost to counties of tens of millions of dollars, and seeking to eliminate desperately needed jobs in Virginia’s coal industry. And now, on our side against high taxes and budget-busting spending that drive away employers and create burdens on Virginia families. Ken’s growth plan would cut tax rates while closing loopholes to benefit job creators and working families alike without wrecking the budget. It would also make sure that Virginia government tightens its belt with the rest of us by holding spending increases to inflation plus population growth. As a leader in a small county, I’m proud to support a candidate for governor who I know will always stand Mary Ann Cisne up for our interests against ever-growPartridge Hill ing state and federal governments. Ken

Cuccinelli’s economic growth blueprint is just one more piece of evidence that he is the right man to lead our commonwealth into the future. Susan Lascolette Member, Board of Supervisors, see Letters > page 7

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Memorial Day coming May 27 This coming Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th again finds Americans serving our Nation in the Armed Forces of the United States locked in battle half way around the world. These brave men and women did not make the decision to defend our National interest in Afghanistan, or in any other corner of the world where they are called to serve. Selflessly, they do so, voluntarily and willingly following the directions and orders of those placed above them in the chain of command and ultimately as directed by the President of the United States and the Congress of this Democratic Republic. Far to many of these warriors do not return home safe and intact in body, mind and spirit, but are damaged by war. Many make the supreme sacrifice on our behalf.

Unfortunately, it seems to have always been this way and history would suggest that freedom will never be free, or without immense sacrifice to those who would fight to be free. Here in lies the purpose of Memorial Day and Veterans Day, one day set aside to honor those who have lost their lives for this Nation and the other to honor all who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States. Today, less than one percent of our Nations population serve. Fortunately, for the last 30 years, our warriors have had the most sophisticated and effective equipment and systems to defend freedom that any Nation has ever had. But, most important, the quality, capability and dedication of our protectors has never, since 1775, been greater than today. It is therefore appropriate that we honor this generation which has been called on to make greater sacrifices than we have ever previously asked of our active, reserve and guard forces, by recognizing those who have made

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OPINION: Editorial, Letters to the Editor the supreme sacrifice with their lives for our freedom throughout our history. Any person who has ever been in harms for this Nation will tell you that they are NOT heroes for having served, but that the true heroes are those who did not return home and those who have endured great physical and mental wounds. Let us honor them and all who serve this Memorial Day. Before you light the fire for the family barbecue, or begin the baseball game, consider the following. Pick up a poppy from the veteran at your local shopping center. You may wish to attend the Virginia War Memorial’s Memorial Day Ceremony, or stay right here at home in Goochland and on Monday, May 27 at 10 a.m. be at the Goochland Courthouse for the finest Memorial Day event in many years (Goochland High School Auditorium is the inclement weather site). The guest of honor and speaker is Hugh Keogh a Lt. Cmdr Navy veteran who served in direct combat

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there are other ways that individuals not interested in following the law can and probably will get these weapons. I know that Mr. Agnew and his capable staff have many things to deal with and I am not one to divert them from their important responsibilities, which they have If it’s a machine gun, ably performed. But for me, if I he’s calling the law hear automatic weapon fire in the neighborhood, I will call his office. I appreciate Mr. Ligon pointIt then becomes their responing out my error in stating that sibility to decide what course of automatic weapons were illegal. action if any to pursue. As he correctly points out a citizen can through legal means Richard Carchman obtain such weapons. Columbia I guess, like other weapons,

honor those who have honored US through their service and join American Legion Post 215, Goochland this Memorial Day Monday May 27 at 10 a.m. a Joe Wadle Manakin-Sabot, VA

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Shield-Roy wed at Fullstream Farm Mr. and Mrs. Henry A. Shield of Manakin-Sabot, Virginia announce the marriage of their daughter, Miss Stephanie Brooks Shield, to Mr. Jesse Michael Roy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Raul Roy of Middlebury, Vt., on May 18, 2013 at Fullstream Farm. The Reverend David P. Dwight conducted the service. The bride, given in marriage by her father, is the granddaughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. James Asa Shield, formerly of Manakin-Sabot, Va. and Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Stanley Meade formerly of Richmond, Va. The groom is the grandson of Mrs. Janet Leggett and the late Mr. Robert William Leggett of Middlebury, Vt and Mr. and Mrs. Raul Joseph Roy of

Middlebury, Vt. Sister of the bride, Mrs. Katherine Shield Applewhite of Richmond, Va. was the matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Elizabeth Turner Shield of Richmond, Va, Mrs. Mary Chandler Carter Obrecht of Millington, Md., Miss Susan Scott Thompson of Venice, Calif., Mrs. Natalie Andreoletti Miller of Washington D.C., Mrs. Lesley Watson Rabbit of Washington, D.C., Mrs. Molly Sheehan Daly of Hinesburg, Vt., Ms. Annelise Mae Loevlie of Golden, Colo., Mrs. Leigh Hemphill Chrisinger of Victor, ID. Brother of the groom, Mr. Wesley Roy of R.I. was the best man. Groomsmen were Mr. Henry A. Shield of Richmond, Va., Mr. Will R.

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Leggett of Oradell, N.J., Mr. Nathaniel P. Cole of Jackson, Wyo., Mr. Jesse Emilo of Jackson, Wyo., Dr. Andrew J. Daly of Ferrisburg, Vt., Mr. Nicholas J. Atwood of Caratunk, Me., Mr. Nicholas M. Dolpp of Lancaster, N.Y.. Flower girl was Miss Cecile Elizabeth Shield of Richmond, Va., niece of the the bride. Ring bearers were Master Henry Anderson Shield III, Thomas Turner Shield, Ashton Pevensey Applewhite of Richmond,

Va., nephews of the bride. Miss Shield is a graduate of The Collegiate Schools in Richmond and received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Vermont. Mr. Roy is a graduate of Middlebury High School in Middlebury, Vermont. and received a bachelor’s degree from Norwich University in Norwich, Vermont. Following a honeymoon in the Barbados, the couple will reside in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

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May 16, 2013 Henshaw Shirley Jean Henshaw, 62, of Richmond, passed away May 4, 2013. Shirley was born in Richmond to Minnie Smith Riccitelli on August 25, 1950. She is survived by her mother, Minnie Riccitelli and her brothers and sisters; Bill Fat, Bobby Fat, Susie Ray, Anita Barnes, Minnie Shifflett and Winnie Chenault. She is also survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Debra and Trey Stevens and her two grandchildren, Ryan and Brandon

Stevens. Her services were held at the Cremation Society of Virginia on Thursday, May 9, 2013. Shirley had a passion for Nascar racing, fishing, and helping out and watching her grandchildren participate in their band activities. She is a woman who knew and touched the lives of so many around her and will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Glen Allen Band Boosters in the memory of Shirley Henshaw. Donations can be sent to Glen Allen

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www.goochlandgazette.com Goochland, Va. passed away Saturday, May 11, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Wesley Powell. She is survived by five children, Robert L. Culbertson Jr. (Cheryl), Kathy L. Ballard (Larry), Donna E. Agee (Mark), Richard A. Culbertson (Wendy) and Elizabeth Ann Powell, also seven grandchildren. Remains rest at the Norman Funeral Home where the family received friends, Monday May 13, 2013. Services were held Tuesday, May 14 at Smyrna Baptist Church. Interment

Chiropractors support local food pantry friends at Goochland Free Clinic and Family Services.” Dr. Eric Carlsen and Dr. Kevin Ruff provide comprehensive family chiropractic services on Broad Street, just west of Short Pump, less

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Family Chiropractic Center of Richmond held a two-day in-office food drive in late April to help raise food and monetary donations for the Goochland Free Clinic and Family Services. The patients and staff have been busy raising donations for our community at a time of year when food pantries are in need. “This is the sixth year that

we have asked our patients to help fill the Goochland Food Pantry. We are so grateful for the generous donations and support from our amazing patients to support our community,” says Dr. Eric R. Carlsen, owner of Family Chiropractic Center. The doctors and staff at! Family Chiropractic Center collected non-perishable food and cash donations from all patients being treated at the office for two selected days

at the end of April. By the end of the second day, the patients donated over 730 food items and household supplies, along with over $600.00 in cash donations for the Goochland community. “Giving back to Goochland is part of the mission of our office.” says Dr. Carlsen. “We are so thankful to our patients who help support our mission by giving so selflessly. It is also a true pleasure to continue to work with our

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one amazing property. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 18 and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 19 at the Rassawek Vineyards. The Goochland Chamber of Commerce hosts the Spring Jubilee. It is a family friendly event including a variety of heritage exhibits, craftsman at work, visitors in period costume, animals, puppet shows, catch and release fishing, and storytelling. Plein Air painters work on site as visitors enjoy, steamboat rides, hearth cooking, spinning, chair caning, antique cars, machinery, outstanding music, food, and samples from ten wineries. Located in western Goochland, Rassawek is at the edge of Virginia’s beautiful Piedmont Region in a landscape that invites everyone to relax and linger. The Wine Festival features 10 Virginia wineries, including Rassawek’s own Byrd Cellars. Attendees can sample some of the region’s best wine while strolling along one of the property’s many lakes or while relaxing on the porch of the historic Cherokee Cabin. Enjoy gourmet food and handcrafted local brews from Midnight and Hardywood. Rassawek also features one of Virginia’s most unusual wine tasting rooms; an original greenhouse from James Madison’s Montpelier. Wineries attending are Saude Creek Winery, Mattaponi Winery, Thistle Gate Vineyard, Grayhaven Winery, Elk Island Winery, Belle Mount Vineyards, Villa Appalaccia, Lake Anna, First Colony Winery and Byrd Cellars. Selected Virginia artists will be on site to inspire and entice participants during the 3rd

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Spring Jubilee. Each artist was selected based on their willingness to share their craft through demonstrations. They represent professional artists and educators who possess the creative thinking needed to develop unique art forms. You will want to visit each artist while at Rassawek

and enjoy the essence of the event from beginning to end! Ryan Gothrup’s mobile glass studio brings the heat with live glassblowing demonstrations. Ryan has demonstrated for First Friday’s in Richmond and at the Virginia Museum. Experience first hand the

art of Glassblowing through narrated demonstrations on both May 18 and 19. Ryan’s glass creations will also be for sale. The work of all the demonstrating artists will be for sale during the event. Don’t miss the two-day line up of other featured artists.

May 16, 2013 Friday, May 17 St. John’s Episcopal Church, Columbia will have a healing service at 7:30 p.m. A time to heal through prayers, meditation, hymns, and laying on of hands. St. John’s is located north of the intersection of Washington St. & Rt. 6 in Columbia. Byrd Presbyterian Church Spaghetti Dinner is from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Church, 2229 Dogtown Road. Dinner includes spaghetti with meatballs, salad, bread and beverage. There will also be a bake sale, featuring tasty deserts and a Silent Auction offering a wide selection of items. Plan now to attend this family event. Tickets are $8.00, and may be purchased in advance from church members, or by telephone at 363-0466. Takeout orders may also be purchased.

Saturday, May 18 Yard Sale to benefit mission trip to Tanzania from 7 a.m. to noon at 1477 Dorset Rd in Powhatan. Furniture, treasures and trinkets galore. Sponsored by Together for Tanzania. Second Annual St. Jude’s Walk-a-Thon will be held in Goochland Courthouse. Stop by the yard sale between 8 a.m. and 12 noon located on River Road beside the Wells Fargo. Parking available across the road in the old bank parking lot. We are having a history of Goochland scavenger hunt while you do your walk to raise funds for St Jude’s Children’s Cancer Research Hospital. Last year we raised over $1000. This year we need more people to reach our goal of $3,000.00. Contact Debbie Hughes 804556-4875 or email deb458jt@ outlook.com for more information. We plan to have a fun day at the courthouse! Car Wash/Bake Sale from 10

a.m. to 3 p.m. at Dover Baptist Church, 635 Manakin Road Manakin Sabot VA 23103 All proceeds go to Robbie Wood Student Ambassador who is going to United Kingdom July 3 to July 21 with the People to People Program. May 18 is the same day as Goochland’s Prom! So all you guys come on out and get your car washed for your gal! If you need any more information on this event or would like to make a donation you can reach him at egwoodfamily@ aol.com or 804-514-7253 or P.O. Box 940 Goochland VA 23063 The Historic Jackson Blacksmith Shop‘s 18th Annual Event & Open House Saturday May 18 at 2 p.m. on the site grounds at 2558 Blacksmith Shop Road. Artist Showcase including Comedian Wendy Lee, Gospel Rap Artist Ty Berkeley, and Anointed Praise dance Ministry. Also prize baskets, Flag raising by Scouts of America, Tours of The Historic Blacksmith Shop (immediately after the program),games and other activities. This year’s program coordinated by Lechele Jackson. For information call 804 556-4309. ECW Book Sale - From cookbooks to mysteries, get your summer reading started early! Proceeds of these sales support ECW and Grace Episcopal Church’s numerous community outreach programs. Grace Episcopal Church has been doing God’s Work in Goochland since 1876 and is located in the heart of Goochland Courthouse area at 2955 River Road West. For more information about the church, its services, and community outreach, please visit www.gracechurchgoochland. org.Also find Grace Church Goochland on Facebook.

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yard sale is from 8 a.m. to 12 noon at Georges Tavern & Route 6. All proceeds will support people in need.

Saturday and Sunday, May 18 and 19 Rassawek Spring Jubilee Wine and Heritage Festival. Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. One of Virginia’s most unique family-friendly events, visitors will enjoy a blend of two exceptional festival experiences on one amazing property. This second annual event in May of 2012 enjoyed over 5000 visitors. The organizers look forward to years of growth and a continuing effort to provide a unique experience for the entire family. The Rassawek Vineyards on Route 6 in Goochland County is home to both the Wine Festival and Heritage Show. Located in the heart of Virginia’s Piedmont, the vineyard overlooks the historic James River corridor. For more information on the event call (804) 396-3098. For information on sponsorship of the Rassawek Spring Jubilee contact the Goochland County Chamber of Commerce at 804-5563811.

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Bulldogs fall to Statesmen heading into busy week By Jim Ridolphi Special Correspondent

Recent rains have wreaked havoc on this season’s high school baseball schedule, forcing postponement after postponement, putting the once surging Goochland varsity baseball team in a start and stop mode that might not be prompting the best results. That was definitely true in the Bulldogs’ 4-1 home loss to James River District foe Randolph-Henry last week, ending Goochland’s eight game winning streak. “I think we did have to come out and shake some of the rust off, and we just didn’t get it going tonight,” said Goochland coach Wes Farkas. “But, there are no excuses and (Dantae) Eubanks pitched well for them tonight.” The defeat dropped the Bulldogs into a first place tie with Amelia heading into the final week of the regular season. However, Goochland wraps things up with a home showdown against the Raiders this Thursday in what could not be a district deciding battle. Taking the JRD regular season title will place the Bulldogs on more sound footing head-

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Bulldog first baseman Josh Driver, left, attempts a tag on diving Randolph-Henry runner Dantae Eubanks in sixth inning action. Eubanks turned in a solid performance on the mound for the Statesmen holding Goochland to a single run to end the Bulldogs’ recent win streak.

ing into the post season. “We really want to secure that home field advantage,” Farkas said. “It means a lot.” The Statesmen (8-4) got off to a quick start, scoring two first-inning runs as Eubanks scored on a double by Derek Harvath. Drew Jackson added another and the Statesmen led 2-0 before the Bulldogs took a swing. “We left it up to our senior today,” said Randolph-Henry first year coach J.R. Allen. “I don’t know if it was a change-

up, slider or a curve but he was throwing it good today.” Goochland starting pitcher Trace Nixon doubled in Jake King to draw within one in the bottom half of the first, but the Bulldogs could get no closer. Goochland had its opportunities, but lacked key hits throughout the contest. The Bulldogs loaded the bases in the fourth inning, but a close, controversial call out at first base ended that threat. “We didn’t do much offensively tonight,” Farkas said.

“We got some hits but couldn’t string them together.” While impressed with the progress of the Bulldogs’ pitching staff Farkas felt Nixon needed the work to get back in a routine. “He hasn’t had the chance to pitch much with all the rain, but I thought he threw well tonight,” Farkas said. Nixon scattered five hits in five innings of work. After a tough one-run, inning loss in their first meeting, Allen was glad to get out with a win against the Bulldogs this time around. “We beat a good baseball team today,” he said. “We came out and battled and I’m proud of the team effort.” Farkas said the final chapter of the district race would be written this week as his team plays four games in four days, including the crucial showdown with Amelia. “We have to take care of business and I think we will,” he said. “We want to win out. We don’t want to leave any questions about who is going to be where. That Amelia game could mean a whole lot.” On Monday evening the Bulldogs got back on

Eubanks and Moon. Nixon, Chenault (5) and Slater.W—Eubanks. L— Moon. Highlights: Joe Cutchins (G) 2 for 3; Joseph Reed (R-H) 2 for 3, 3 SBs, 2 runs;Donte Eubanks (R-H)CG, 12Ks, 2 for 4, run. Records: Randolph-Henry 9-9, 8-4; James River; Goochland 8-6, 8-2 Goochland....... 262 001 1 — 12 12 0 C. Lunenburg... 000 020 0 — 2 5 3 Bailey, Saunders (4), Parrish (5), Starke (7) and Slayter. Paynter and Tisdale. W— Bailey. Highlights: Jake King (G) 2 for 3, 2 runs, 3 SBs; Joe Cutchins (G) 2 for 3, 3B, 3 runs; Forrest Whitt (G)2for 5,4RBIs, run. Randolph-Henry. 200 010 1 — 4 6 3 Records: Goochland 9-6, 9-2 James Goochland........... 100 000 0 — 1 6 1 River; Central Lunenburg 0-12, 0-11

track offensively at Central Lunenburg, notching 12 hits in a 12-2 win. King went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs scored. Joe Cutchins put up similar numbers going 2-for3 from the plate with a triple and three runs scored. Forrest Whitt was 2-for-5 with four RBI and a run. Freshman pitcher Hunter Bailey picked up the win for Goochland.

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Former Goochland standout Ben Verlander had another memorable week in the world of baseball. On Saturday, he was named Old Dominion University’s 2013 Most Outstanding Player. On Tuesday, USA Today published a national story on Ben stepping out from the shadow of older brother Justin Verlander. ODU closes out the season at Wofford this weekend.

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Collegiate and St. Catherine’s take LIS titles Staff reports

GIRLS SOCCER Seeley Yoo, Erin Menges and Virginia Jesselson each scored a goal as St. Catherine’s defeated St. Anne’s-Belfield for the LIS championship. St. Catherine’s....................... 2 1 — 3 St. Anne’s-Belfield................ 0 0 — 0 St.C: Yoo, Menges, Jesselson Saves: McGehee (St.C) 5, Wigg (St. C) 1; Gampper (STAB) 15 Records: St. Catherine’s 17-0-1; STAB 9-3-1

Collegiate coach to retire For the past 21 years, Bill Rider has been at the helm of Collegiate girls soccer. That tenure will end at the end of

the season when Rider retires. “I shall be stepping back this season,” he wrote in an email. “Twenty-five spring seasons on the sideline, 21 of which with the Collegiate varsity girls, has been a treat.” Coming into the 2013 season, Rider’s career record stood at 266-78-21. Prior to coaching at Collegiate, Rider coached at Monacan. He wrote that he mountain bikes with members of that Chiefs team from 25 years ago. Under Rider’s guidance, Collegiate girls soccer won the LIS championship from 1996-

for 4 2B; Ashley Harrington (C) 2 for Collegiate 14-6 in the quarterfinals of the state 4; Molly Phillips (StC) 3 for 4, 2B, 3B; BOYS TENNIS tournament. Alex Chriscoe (StC) 2 for 3; Bridget Led by senior captains Trinity Episcopal travels to Kastelberg (StC) 2 for 3, 2B, 2 RBIs. Records: Covenant 8-7; St. Brady Straus and Michael play Cape Henry Collegiate. Perel, Collegiate captured its Catherine’s 12-6 fifth consecutive Prep League Singles finals: Straus (C) d. Cerny GIRLS LACROSSE (TE) 6-1, 6-1; Howells (C) d. Hayes Campbell Brewer, Sydney tennis title Saturday. The (StC) 6-3, 6-2; Perel (C) d. Rogers Cougars won five of the six Cardozo and Mary Weston (StC) 7-6, 7-5; Fernandez (StC) d. DeVoe scored two goals each singles finals and two of the Hulbert (TE) 6-3, 5-7, 6-3; Willet (C) as Collegiate won the LIS title. three doubles championships. d. Carter (StC) 6-1, 6-3; Perkins (C) St. Anne’s-Belfield................ 0 6 — 6 Straus has gone five years d. Locher (StC) 7-6 (6), 7-5 Collegiate.............................. 3 5 — 8 without a singles loss in Prep Doubles finals: Straus-Howells (C) d. Cerny-Clark (TE) 10-2; STAB: Satterfield 2, Speipel 2, Cory, League competition. Fernandez-Carter (StC) d. PerelDiGiacomo C: Brewer 2, Cardozo 2, St. Christopher’s finished Perkins (C) 10-3; Reed- Jain (C) d. DeVoe 2, Hunter, O’Neill Covenant............. 101 110 0 — 4 6 4 Assists: Haney (STAB) 3; Doxey (C), second, winning the No. 4 sin- Hulbert-Fernandez (TES) 10-2 St. Catherine’s..... 030 000 0 — 3 7 5 O’Neill (C) 3 gles and No. 2 doubles matches. Teamscores: 1. Collegiate 58, 2. St. Wright and Steljas; Phillips and Saves: Towers (STAB) 12; Towers (C) Christopher’s 46, 3. Trinity Episcopal Collegiate and St. Christopher’s 37, 4. Woodberry Forest 30, 5. St. Cook. 12 Highlights: Courtney Wright (C) 2 Records: St. Anne’s-Belfield 18-5; will meet Tuesday at Collegiate Anne’s Belfield 15, 6. Fork Union 12

2011. The Cougars were state champions in 2008 and 2010. “My hope has always been that my players would learn and love the game,” he wrote. “I’m exceptionally appreciative of the opportunity Collegiate offered me years ago. I’m a lucky man.” SOFTBALL Molly Phillips went 3-for-4 with a double and a triple, but St. Catherine’s lost the LIS title game to Covenant 4-3.

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