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Volume 60, Number 3 • January 22, 2015

After outcry, School Board repeals controversial policy on exemption Under old rule, students could have been asked to testify about their beliefs By Roslyn Ryan Editor

Responding to a groundswell of public outcry over a policy that could have required children 14 and older to profess their desire to be exempted from the state’s compulsory education law — even when their parents were driving that decision on religious grounds — the Goochland County School Board made the decision Jan. 13 to

repeal the policy and suspend any pending action against parents in violation of it. At the outset of the meeting, which drew a crowd so large that the proceedings had to be broadcast into other rooms of the County Administration Building, see School Board > 5

Byrd Elementary named ‘Virginia Naturally’ school

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oochland’s Byrd Elementary School (BES) has been recognized by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries as a Virginia Naturally school for the fourth year in a row. The Virginia Naturally award is given to schools that are committed to environmental education and stewardship of Virginia’s natural resources. Byrd was one of 51 schools recognized in 2014 in the state. As a fourth year winner, the school received a pennant featuring an oyster, the Virginia state shell. This year BES is continuing to raise environmentally responsible citizens by educating students on the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Students have learned about the importance of the Chesapeake Bay and their responsibility to protect it. A Fall Farmers Market was held in November at Byrd, with all money earned donated to the James River Association to be used to help the environment. A check for $1,877.91 was presented to Georgia Busch from the James River Association prior to Byrd’s winter holiday program.

County CASA volunteer has seen value of job first-hand Goochland High graduate Katie Presson now serves with county organization that once came to her aid By Roslyn Ryan Editor

When she decided to become a volunteer with Goochland’s Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program — an organization that works with the courts on behalf of juvenile victims of abuse or neglect — Goochland resident Katie Presson was already familiar with the program. In fact, unlike most volunteers she serves alongside, Presson, 21, had seen the program from the other side. As a teenager, Presson found herself embroiled Presson in a custody case that pitted her parents against her older sister, who had petitioned the court to become Presson’s legal guardian. It was a wrenching situation, Presson remembers, fraught with confusion and anxiety. What she also remembers, however, is meeting CASA volunteer Ann Casey. “She just came in and she was really calm, and she showed us that she really cared,” Presson remembers. “She was able to explain to us what was going on, and she was always there for us when we had questions.” Fast forward five years and Presson is now see CASA > 8

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Gum Spring United Methodist is sponsoring its 16th Annual Chili Cook-off on Jan. 31, in the Church Fellowship Hall at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults , and $4 for children

age 5-10. A discount of $1 per person will be offered for each non-perishable food item donated. Proceeds benefit the Goochland Free Clinic & Family Services Food Pantry. Call 5563315 for more information.

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volunteers turned out to shop for recipient gifts on Shopping Day, and over 100 came to make those gifts beautiful on Wrapping Day. Forty bicycles and helmets were donated, as were meals for working volunteers, and so much more. The children’s bicycles are donated each year by the Richmond Area Bicycle Association. Goochland’s Christmas Mother program provides food, clothing and other special gifts and support to meet the needs of each approved family. The work of hundreds of volunteers is required to organize the donated and purchased food and supplies, shop for and wrap gifts, and deliver the items to each family. Volunteers from other county organizations, like the Rotary, the Goochland Woman’s Club and the Goochland Sheriff’s Office support the effort along with many businesses, schools, families and individuals. Volunteers are key to meeting the need, and it is a community effort that many enjoy participating in each year. A county resident is asked to serve as the Goochland Christmas Mother during the season, and the 2014 Christmas Mother was Meta Potts. Potts worked hard to raise funds and contributions in support of the program. As of the end of December, her fund raising efforts had reached $66,282. Contributions are accepted throughout the year and are still coming in. To read more about the Goochland Christmas Mother and learn about volunteer opportunities, visit the organization’s web site at goochlandchristmasmother.org

Those who gave James H. Bowles American Legion Aux. Post 215 Dover Baptist Church Dominion Foundation Sheila Smith Carmax Foundation Hilaire and Michelle Beck Pam Schwartz Goochland Woman’s Club Frank and Alice Lennon Edsel and Dale Wilkinson Paul & Nancy Springman Richard & Vivian Murad H.J. Warthen, III Mr. & Mrs. Coleman Perrin Mr. & Mrs. John WIlliams Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Chapman Stephen Esbach Mr. & Mrs. C.B. Robertson III Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Dykers Pauline & Howard Satterwhite Diane Halley Kristin Carter Nancy Morton Jamie & George Wigginton Betty C. Dirks Mr. & Mrs. Knight Bowles Richard. W. Nuckols Daniel’s Heating & Refrigeration Richard & Kathy Williford Randy Reynolds Jean Harris Wanda S. Coleman Cable Design Company Annie B. Agee Anne Branch Beverly Kee Diane Bishop

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Anonymous Christmas gift meant more meals for Goochland residents in need By Roslyn Ryan Editor

Thanks to the generosity of one Goochland family, a grant obtained through the Richmond Christmas Mother program will have an even greater impact. Seeing a news report about a donation of $5,000 given to the Goochland Education Foundation (GEF), the family — who wishes to remain anonymous — decided to match the donation.

According to Elizabeth NelsonLyda, president of GEF and the one who applied for the initial grant through the Community Foundation, the money will be used to help support the Goochland County Schools’ Brown Bag Program, an effort that provides food for children in need when they are not in school. Nelson-Lyda said she was very pleased when she got the news that GEF had received the funds — and even more thrilled when she learned of the matching donation.

“When I filled out the application, I said we’d never done anything like this,” Nelson-Lyda said. “We’re very grateful. We’re very fortunate to be able to disperse funds in this way. We’re hopeful that it does have an impact.” The good deeds did not stop there. Once Food Lion representatives found out that the funds were going to be used to purchase supermarket gift cards for 143 families with children identified as nutritionally needy, they donated an additional 5 percent — $500 — to the cause.

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Tea Party to host Town Hall with Brat Contributed report Goochland. The Goochland Tea Party Brat will provide his conwill host a Town Hall for stituents with an update from U.S. Rep. Dave Brat (R-7th) Washington, D.C., and listen at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23, to concerns. at 2955 River Road West in Brat, a professor of eco-

nomics at Randolph–Macon College, defeated Democratic nominee Jack Trammell and Libertarian nominee James Carr in the November 2014 General Election.

based. Speaking on behalf of the Home School Legal Defense Association, attorney Scott A. Woodruff attempted to outline why the board was not in danger of being sued in the future by those denied an education due to their parents seeking an exemption from compulsory education. “Parents are the custodians of their child’s right to an education, and religious exemption is just one more way for a parent to waive that right,” Woodruff said. “The statute does not need to be fixed — all that needs to be fixed are the people who can’t read it.” After dozens of people had spoken against the policy, several board members expressed their agreement that the policy was too intrusive and infringed on parents’ rights. This drew a thunderous round of applause from the audience, as did the final vote to appeal the rule. In the newly revised policy, written by District 1 representative Michael Payne, the school board will require only a letter from a school age child’s parents requesting exemption from school on religious grounds. By code, the board is required to accept the letter.

One audience member, who earlier in the meeting had echoed many of the other attendees’ sentiments about preserving personal liberties, said, “This is the closest thing I’ve seen to 1776 in all my 70 years. Thank you all.” In a statement released on the Goochland County School System’s website on Wednesday, Jan. 14, the board called the meeting “an amazing example of the democratic process,” and reiterated that they understood how the previous policy could be seen as “overreaching.” “We believe the newly proposed policy complies with the both letter and the spirit of the law,” the statement read, “including acknowledgement of the child, without being overly intrusive.” A second and final reading of the revised policy will occur at the Jan. 27 school board meeting, during which the board will hear any additional public comment.

continued from >1 newly elected chairman John Lumpkins insisted that much of the ire in recent weeks had been stoked by misinformation. “This board fully supports parents’ rights to choose what is best for their children,” Lumpkins said, but added that it also was incumbent upon the board to uphold the law. Lumpkins explained that some confusion had arisen between the schools’ LBD policy, which applies to homeschooling, and the LBE policy, which covers exemption from education based on religious grounds. Lumpkins’ remarks drew a swift rebuke once the board opened the public comment period, with one speaker insisting that those angered by the policy “know injustice when we see it.” “We are not in the least bit confused as to why we are here tonight, and, frankly, I am insulted by your remarks,” the man continued. “We know, sir, that our rights are being trampled on. This is a shameful act and we know exactly what it is.” The vast majority of those in attendance reported that they either currently, or had in the past, home-schooled their children, and most expressed the concern that under the policy — which was put in place in 2013 — children could essentially be pitted against their parents. Many also questioned the board’s interpretation of the law on which the policy was

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School Board’s actions renewed faith of many By Roslyn Ryan Editor

If you needed a reason to believe that the democratic process is alive and well in the County of Goochland, the County Administration Building was a good place to be on Jan. 13. Provided you could find a seat in the packed meeting room, you would have witnessed a small group of motivated individuals demanding — and getting — action by their local government. The policy that drew so many out on a frigid January evening (and kept many of them there until after 11 p.m.) dealt with students claiming a religious exemption from compulsory education, specifically stating that children 14 and older had to confirm that they themselves wanted to be exempt. The policy had drawn fire from many parents who stated that they — and not the Goochland County School Board — had the right to make decisions about their children. The meeting was contentious from the outset, but followed the usual trajectory. The board spoke. The people spoke. Then however, the board, weighing what they had heard,

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did something I have rarely had the opportunity to witness during my years of covering government proceedings: They admitted they had been in error and reversed themselves, a move that was met with booming applause. Regardless of whether you saw the policy as a simple, inadvertent misstep by a board bent on following its interpretation of the law, or, as at least one person in attendance said, the harbinger of the county becoming “a totalitarian state,” it was hard not to leave the meeting feeling as though you had witnessed something special. Personally, I cannot say that I agree with the sentiment that parents are always the ones who know best, or that they can always be presumed to have the best interest of their children at heart. I have seen far too many incidents — and written far too many stories — involving child abuse to believe this is true. But in the case of parents failing to live up to their obligations to educate their children, it is not the local School Board that should be tasked with correcting the situation. The School Board made the right call, not just in repealing the rule, but in responding to the voice of the people they serve.

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One quick question ... The Goochland Gazette recently asked supervisor Manuel Alvarez to describe the working relationship the five board members share ... “We have had three excellent years. I think our success is due in great part to the fact that we trust each other and we leverage each other’s skills. Each of us focuses on what we know best or on those things we are passionate about. We are very supportive of each other and work very well together as a team and with our county administration. From the first day we focused on rebuilding our citizens’ trust in county government. We started by increasing transparency and strengthening our financial policies. We want to be known for our excellent financial management. We’ve also been very open to our citizens’ input. We’ve held 30 Town Hall meetings in three years and the input we’ve received has been invaluable. We are also working with County Administrator Rebecca Dickson and County staff to make our agencies more efficient and effective; I believe we’ve made great strides. I have no doubt that District 2 the coming year will be even better than Supervisor the last three.”

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Letter to the Editor Action on exemption policy showed leaders do listen to residents Dear Editor: First we would like to thank the Gazette for providing a place where citizens can reach other citizens with their concerns, opinions or thanksgiving. We are writing to do the latter. We would like to thank the citizens of Goochland County and those from surrounding areas who came out to support the effort to repeal the religious exemption policy and to replace it with a liberty-affirming alternative. We were humbled by the turnout and by the quality and passion with which each person spoke. Mothers, fathers, lawyers, pastors, young adults, senior adults and children all provided a unique and significant voice to the corporate message. We were in awe as we saw the power of God unfold through the many who stood to speak. We thank the Lord for all of you.

We also want to thank the Goochland County School Board for listening patiently and intently to each speaker. We were struck by the genuine humility expressed by the board in overturning the policy. They acted honorably to tear down a wall of tension that had been erected by the old policy. They acted as good neighbors and as people who value freedom. We are proud to be citizens of a county where our elected officials are willing to correct a wrong and to do so with grace and humility. We know this issue has gained national attention. And for this we are thankful, as it may stir others to examine policies and laws that may also be at odds with the Constitution and the freedoms it guarantees. Ultimately, our prayers are that the end story of all this will show that Goochland rose to

[The Board]acted honorably to tear down a wall of tension that had been erected by the old policy. — Doug Pruiett the occasion and set an example for other communities both in the citizen participation in the process and the board’s response to their community . . . a great example of civics in action. We do encourage all to attend the Jan. 27 board meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Goochland County Administration Building, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd., to ensure that the repeal of the old policy and the adoption of the new policy are finalized by the “second reading” vote. May God bless you all. Sincerely, Doug and Carla Pruiett and Family Goochland

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Goochland High School will be hosting the Goochland Faculty Talent Show at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds from the Faculty Talent Show will support the Goochland Middle School and Goochland High School Band Program. This show, which will last approximately one hour with a short intermission, features Goochland County Public School faculty. There will be singing, dancing, magic and acting for attendees to enjoy and concessions will be available. Curious George Storytime will be held from Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door 7 to 8 p.m. at the Cochrane Rockville Branch and can be purchased by e-mailing shardy@ Library. This special Winter Read Aloud cel- brvgs.k12.va.us. ebration will include stories and a special craft featuring that mischievous monkey, Curious George. Refreshments will be provided by the Sunday, Jan. 25 Friends of the Rockville Library. For more St. John’s Episcopal Church, Columbia will information, call 804-749-3146 or visit the hold a Holy Eucharist service at 10:30 a.m. A library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road. covered dish luncheon will follow the service at the Parish House located at 43 Cameron St. Friday, Jan. 23 Family Storytime for all ages will be held at Thursday, Jan. 29 10:30 a.m. at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Storytimes will be held at the Goochland Library. For more information, call 804-749Branch Library. Toddler Storytime, for 2-year3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey olds with a parent, starts at 10 a.m. Mother Tract Road. Goose Storytime, for children who are 6 to The Goochland Tea Party will host a Town 24 months and accompanied by a parent, will Hall for Congressman Dave Brat (R-7th) at 7 begin at 10:45 a.m. Preschool storytime, for p.m. at 2955 River Road West in Goochland. children who are 3 to 5 years old, starts at Brat will provide his constituents with an 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 804update from Washington, address any ques- 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West. tions and listen to concerns.

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GITTMAN, Diane C., 72, of Manakin Sabot, loving wife, mother, grandmother, departed this life to be with the angels on Jan. 13. She was born to the late Harry and Irene Fleming Sr. on November 8, 1942. Diane was a registered nurse at Beaumont Correctional. She was preceded in death by her sister, Margaret Covington; and a brother, Harry (Flip) Fleming Jr. Diane is survived by her beloved husband of 50 years, Howard E. Gittman; her children, Howard E Gittman Jr. (Lynne), Susan Renee Larry, Debra Mae Vickers (Bobby) and Shirley Faye Rexrode; grandchildren, Logan-Ann Gittman, Peyton-Ann Gittman, Devin Pettiford, Jason Rollins, Joshua Rollins, Brandon Patenaude and Erika Kenney; and three great-grandchildren, Brandon (Beau) Patenaude, Paislee Patenaude and Jordan Kenney; one sister, Kathryn “Kitty” Durity. The family received friends and held funeral services Friday, January 16, 2015, at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd., Richmond. Interment followed at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Richmond Chapter,

CASA continued from >1 a senior at the University of Richmond, majoring in Sociology. She completed the required 30 hours of training to become a CASA volunteer and was sworn in during a court ceremony on Aug. 14, her 21st birthday. She also recently completed an internship with Goochland CASA, where she found a very familiar face. Casey, who is now the exec-

4600 Cox Rd., Suite 130, Glen Church, 2843 Hadensville-Fife Allen, Va. 23060. Condolences Rd., Goochland, Va. may be left at www.woodyfuWayne Hitchings neralhomeparham.com HITCHINGS, B. Wayne, Hoover Glover 66, of Goochland, passed away GLOVER, Hoover G., of peacefully on Saturday, Jan. Goochland, 85, transitioned 10, surrounded by his famto glory on Tuesday, Jan. 13 ily. Born February 14, 1948 in at the Envoy at the Meadows Portsmouth, he was the son of in Goochland. He was pre- A.L. and Betty Jean Hitchings. ceded in death by his parents, He was preceded in death by Langston and Nettie Harris his father. Wayne retired as a Glover; four brothers, Willie mechanical designer from Glover, David Harris, Lloyd the former Reynolds Metals Glover and Warren Glover; Company in Richmond. He two sisters, Susie Monroe and was a talented woodworker, Janie Moore. Hoover leaves to mechanic, gardener, problem cherish his memory his devot- solver and story teller. So many ed and loving wife, Pauline people have been blessed by “Marie” Daniels Glover; four his talents and thoughtfuldaughters, Deloris (James) ness. Wayne is survived by Shelton, Katie Cox, Helen his wife of 44 years, Linda (Robert) Payne and Laurine Watts Hitchings; his mother, Wade; two sons, Steve (Chong) Betty Jean Hitchings; his son, Glover and George “Michael” Jason Hitchings; his daughGlover; nine grandchildren, ter, Courtney Carballeira six great- grandchildren; one and her husband, Adam; his sister, Louise Glover; one sis- three grandsons, Talon, Eliot ter-in-law, Hazel Herndon and Lucas Carballeira; his Glover; and a host of nieces, sister, Cheryl Marks and her nephews, cousins and friends. husband, Woody; and many His remains rested at the beloved brothers-in-law, sisRobert Mealy Funeral Home, ters-in-law, nieces and nephGoochland, where family ews. He was a loving and comreceived relatives and friends mitted husband, father and on Friday, January 16, 2015. grandfather who will be dearly Homegoing services were missed. The family would like held on Saturday, January 17, to thank the staff at the Emily 2015, at Second Union Baptist Couric Cancer Center and the

University of Virginia Hospital who have been so supportive throughout his illness. Special thanks to Dr. Rahma for his help in extending our time together. The family received friends on Thursday, January 15 at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home at 201 N. 1st St. in Charlottesville. A memorial service followed. The family continued visitation following the service at Hill and Wood. In lieu of flowers or donations, the family asks that you remember Wayne by simply extending kindness. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hillandwood.com.

utive director of Goochland’s CASA program, said Presson is a perfect fit for the program. “She brings that extra edge as a volunteer, because she knows so clearly the importance of family and a support system,” Casey said. “Her empathy and her belief in how she herself can make a difference in the life of a child are part of the foundation she brings to become an outstanding advocate.” Presson said she knows

ence and I know I’m coming out stronger because of it,” Presson said. “While I’m there I will keep control, but then I know that I will leave, and I will go home, and I will cry.” She says this in the matterof-fact, confident manner of a young woman who knows herself and has learned to face life’s challenges head-on. “It’s hard to see kids in situations like that,” Presson said. “But it helps to know I’m making a difference.”

her background will help her relate to the young people she works with and she doesn’t mind sharing it with others. Last November, she attended the annual state CASA conference, where she addressed a group of over 200 attendees as a guest speaker. When it comes to her work with CASA, Presson admits that the work may force her to relive things it would be easier to leave behind. “It’s been difficult, but it’s been a learning experi-

Earl Salmon SALMON, Earl C., 88, of Manakin Sabot, departed this life Jan. 12, and is now in the fullness of Jesus and Heaven. He was a World War II veteran and a retired maintenance supervisor for Tucker High School. He is survived by his loving wife, Jean J. Salmon; four children, Zachary C. Salmon of Goochland, Brenda Salmon Harris, Vivian Salmon Childress of Rockville, and Kim Salmon Doleba of Montpelier. In addition, he leaves behind nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held for the family.

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ENTERTAINING: Recipes, Tips and Advice

January 22, 2015

Ask Fern A Dear Fern, Like millions of other people around the world, I am trying to make a fresh start in the New Year and really clean up my diet. The problem is that I love sweets — and when I say “love” I mean I seriously don’t think I could make it an entire day without eating at least something chocolaty. I also love to bake, so I could really use a recipe or two that I can make that will help me satisfy my sweet tooth without destroying my new diet. Any ideas?

Dear Resolute Reader, You, me and the rest of America are fresh on our quest to conquer cravings, reflect on the changes we would like to make in this new year and muster every morsel of resolve we have to follow through on those self-improvements. Now if only there were a recipe for all of that! Many choose to give up sweets altogether during such cleansing pilgrimages but you seem more realistic. You should not have to give up your beloved chocolate but you must not let it get the best of you either. And there is no magic wand or personal trainer to keep your hand out of the cookie jar, so the question is “How can YOU keep better tabs on YOU?” I am excited to offer up some guilt free sweet recipes but do remember what we all know, “everything in moderation” or you’ll

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Keith & Susan Hickey New Line Baptist Church L.E. & Phyllis Shepherd Carol Hoffler Liz Culley Pleasant Grove Baptist Church John & Nancy Conkright Charles & Sharon Anderson Joanne & Keith Yonce Ann O. Casey Susan Ford Linda Costanzo Nancy Gottwald Virginia Perrin - in honor of Meta Potts Robert Warwick CASA Lynn Carden Barbara Hughes Susan Meyer Katherine Sarfaty John O’Connor cash donation Marilyn McNamara Mrs. Robert Swinson James Tashjian-Brown Virginia Wayside Furniture Andrea & Keith Gaines Carol Matuschek Kerry Napper Brenda Campbell Jerusalem Baptist Church Tim & Debbie O’Hare Jim Moslow Mel & Bobbi Marchant George & Carol St. Clair Leigh Burke Tom Hoffman Sharon & Patrick Morrison Kinloch Bunco Group Martin Giles Diane McClearen Janet Stanley Vicki Guthrie Julie Calvert Lee Hy Paving Corp. Mary Ann & Richard Steiner Lorrie Hunt R.B. & Katherine Crowl John & Cynthia Murphy Bethel United Methodist Church - Men’s & Women’s Groups Louisa Preston Thelma Pritchett Ronald Wilkins DEAC Auxiliary of Goochland Terry & Rosemary Martin M. Blythe Olivia Garland Dr. & Mrs. L. C. Zacharias Penny Pearsall Alexis Bowden Goochland Rotary Club Foundation

Hal & Doris Costley Mary & Herb Griffith Sandra Walton Anne & Bill Axselle Vernell & William Burton Dan & Debbie Reynolds Robert Hammond Mr. & Mrs. Frank Daylor Clark & Harriet Meader Mark & Cathy Vick Billy Mullins Joe & Kay Higgins Chief Cornerstone Baptist Church E. Steve Fleming Polk M. Neal Dunlora Woman’s Club Michael L. Parrish & Associates Yvette McDermott Thomas Jim & Mary Ellen Murray Kavis & Corey Winston Barbara & Jim Bower Wayne & Pattie Pryor Mr. & Mrs. Marshall Norton Lucy B. Del Cardayre Jim & Pat Anderson Friends of Lee Ware Lynn & Temple Bayliss James R. Popp Emil Williams Dee Phillips Jeff & Laura Spence Eileen Ford & Nancy Parrish Katherine Davison cash donation Susie Smyth Deniz Arinc Kenneth & Beverly Hickey Donna Hodges Tillie Aquior Danetha Kapral Esther Bogin Rich & Peggy Krieger Cathy & Scott Nelson Taylor & Frances Duty Micheal & Jeanne Hollister Lynn Campbell Debbie & George Taylor Ursula Stalker Sally Dawson Maria Romhilt Elliott Krash Cynthia Webb Kathryn Monday Sandra King Anne Halladay Sandra Broome Dr. & Mrs. Sheldon Markowitz Joan Tate Julia Kelly D. Irene Couch James R. Bond Eugenia Roper Jane Cunningham

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Top left, Andrew Craven finished third in the 106-pound weight class with an overall record of 2-1 in the Commonwealth Catholic Classic hosted by Benedictine at Rut Court in Richmond. Top right, Zach Walker placed first in the 138-pound weight class after going 3-0. Circles, Harry Young takes his opponent to the mat. Young finished first in the 182-pound weight class with a record of 3-0. Right, Alex Choate attempts to roll his opponent onto his back. Choate finished third in the 170-pound weight class with a record of 3-1.

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Robert DuPont

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Richard Lovisone

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Bulldogs split two games in two days Girls looking for win after improved play By Jim Ridolphi

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he Goochland boys’ basketball team started off last weekend on a high note, defeating visiting Cumberland 68-62, but the celebration was shortlived as the Bulldogs headed to Altavista for a match up the following day. The Bulldogs dropped the away game against the perennial powerhouse 56-20. Coach Preston Gordon’s team returned home with a

7-7 record entering the final stretch of their schedule. The Lady Bulldogs continued their pursuit of a win last week, coming up short against Cumberland and Powhatan. “Powhatan is always a tough game for us, and they are a great measuring stick to see where we are,” Goochland said coach Dib Oglesby. “Despite the loss, we played what to this point is our best all around game. We were patient but aggressive on offense, and we tightened up nicely defensively.” The team’s play was not as good against Cumberland, but the effort still contained positives in Oglesby’s mind. “I’m encouraged that though we didn’t play our

best game, we stayed within striking distance well into the third quarter,” he said. “Cumberland is better than their record, and is going to have something to say about how the district tournament plays out,” Oglesby added. As the team enters its final stretch, Oglesby said he is pleased with his team’s progress and their improvement. “We have raised the bar for our level of play, especially over the last five games or so. We are playing our best basketball right now, and we all know that we can improve on that further,” Oglesby said. “It took a while for nine players to become one team, and we are seeing the results of that on the court.”

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