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County reveals cyber spruce-up New website intended to offer more interactive experience, transparency By Roslyn Ryan Editor

hose visiting Goochland County’s website over the last few weeks likely noticed some significant changes. The recently completed redesign of the site now offers users easier, more streamlined access to the information they are searching for, said Qiana Foote, county Information Technology director, who was on hand Oct. 8 during the District 5 Town Hall meeting to share information on the project. “The idea was to be more transparent,”

Foote said, noting that information should now be easier to find and the different pages easier to navigate. The site also is now more interactive, Foote said, allowing residents to raise issues they are concerned about and offer feedback on county issues. One particularly popular new feature, the My Government Services button, provides information on the nearest government services based upon location within the county. Users type in an address or click a spot on the map, and immediately receive detailed inforsee Website > 2

The new Goochland County homepage, inset, features an idyllic county landscape, as well as numerous new features and buttons for users to explore.

District 4 still without Planning Commissioner replacement. sors will vote on the appointment. According to Bob Minnick, District 4 “This is similar to how all boards and representative on the Goochland County commission positions are filled,” Minnick Nearly two months after former District Board of Supervisors, three residents are said in an email last week. “Sometimes you 4 Planning Commissioner Joe Andrews left being considered for the position. see Planning > 3 his position, the search continues for his Once a candidate is selected, the superviBy Roslyn Ryan Editor

After 21 years with schools, division leader plans to retire DeWeerd will remain with GCPS until the end of the current school year Contributed report

When Tom DeWeerd looks back on his 36 years in public education, the word that comes first to his mind is “rewarding.” “While I feel tremendous pride in having been a part of preparing so many students for their future endeavors,” DeWeerd said, “it is a true gift to have learned so much from them over the years.” This is exactly how so many of his colleagues feel about their work with DeWeerd, describing him as a knowledgeable, kind DeWeerd and generous leader who has helped innumerable young educators navigate the challenges of leadership. DeWeerd, currently the director of Technology and Administration, recently announced his plans to retire effective Feb. 1, though he intends to remain a part of the school leadership team on a part-time basis for at least the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year. DeWeerd has been with Goochland County Public Schools for 21 years and a resident of the county for 18 years. He began his education career immediately upon graduating from see DeWeerd > 3

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Goochland Fall Festival set for Oct. 31 The Goochland County Fall Festival will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Goochland Sports Complex. This event is free and volunteers are needed. For more information, contact Goochland Parks, Recreation & Facilities at 804-556-5854.

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The Goochland Animal Shelter, located at 1900 Hidden Rock Lane in Goochland, has the following pets available to a good home: A male beagle/basset mix, about 3 to 6 years old; a female beagle mix, about 1 to 3 years old; a neutered male orange tabby, about 5 years old. Anyone interested in adopting a pet is urged to visit from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The facility has many lost dog and cat fliers posted. For more information on these pets, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Goochland Animal Shelter, call (804) 5565302. You also can visit the shelter on Facebook at “Goochland County Animal Control.”

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the nearest post offices, libraries and schools. continued from >1 Foote said she has been mation about government loca- pleased with reaction to the tions and other areas such as changes so far, but added that the project is a work in prog-

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ress. “If there are any ways we can help improve [the website], let us know,” she said. To see the changes, visit the County website at www.goochlandva.us/.

Roslyn Ryan Editor (804) 339-7956 Billy Fellin Sports Writer (804) 598-4305 Fax: (804) 598-7757 Cindy Grant Classifieds (804) 775-4616 Fax: (804) 730-0476

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Planning continued from >1 get â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;volunteersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; who indicate an interest in a board or commission on the county website application link and sometimes you have to seek â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;volunteersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.â&#x20AC;? Minnick added that several people approached about filling the vacancy had declined to apply. Andrews, who was honored with a recent resolution by the BOS praising him for his service to the county, vacated his position because he and his

DeWeerd continued from >1 Rutgers University in 1979. After several years teaching English in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, DeWeerd came to Virginia in 1986, where he taught at Varina High School in Henrico County for the next five years. He left the classroom in 1991, assuming the roles of assistant principal and director of Vocational Education in Hopewell and Prince George, respectively. He came to Goochland as principal of Goochland High School in 1995, where he remained for five years before assum-

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wife decided to move out of the county. The terms of current Planning Commissioners John Myers (District 1); Matt Brewer (District 2); Derek Murray (District 3); and Tom Rockercharlie (District 5) will expire March 31, 2016. The news that a new Planning Commissioner has been found will certainly be welcome news to a number of District 4 residents, some of whom have expressed concern in recent weeks that they do not have representation when

it comes to matters of planning and zoning. Chuck Bent, who lives near land in Centerville that could soon be rezoned to make way for a subdivision â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a plan he is very concerned about â&#x20AC;&#x201D; questioned in early October how he and others who did not want to subdivision could feel their concerns were being addressed if they had no voice on the Planning Commission. The next Goochland County Planning Commission meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the County Administration Building.

ing district-level leadership as a director. Over the past 16 years he has held a variety of leadership positions, serving as director of Technology, Career & Technical Education, Secondary Education and Administration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tom DeWeerd has been an integral part of the leadership of this school division for a very long time,â&#x20AC;? superintendent Dr. James Lane said after the board officially accepted the retirement letter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;While I personally congratulate him on a long overdue break from an extensive career, we will miss his spirit and his expertise terribly.â&#x20AC;? When asked about his plans during retirement, DeWeerdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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School Board candidates quizzed at NAACP forum By Roslyn Ryan Editor

Several Goochland County School Board members spent last Thursday evening taking questions from the very people most impacted by their decisions and policies: county students. During a candidates’ forum organized by the Goochland Branch NAACP, school board members John Lumpkins (District 3); Kevin Hazzard (District 2); and John Wright (District 5) were asked questions by members of the organization’s Goochland Youth Council (GYC). The focus of the forum, moderated by Goochland Political Action chairman Sekou Shabaka, was on issues pertaining to the AfricanAmerican community of Goochland. Over the course of the twohour event, held at Second Union Baptist Church in Hadensville, GYC members LaMya Cowan, Darius Carroll, Askia Mealy, Jailin Cox and Kayla Maben pressed the school board representatives about their views on topics

ranging from school discipline to providing after-school tutoring. Asked to offer comment on the number of black teachers and administrators in Goochland County schools, each school board member stressed that diversity among school staff remains a priority. The schools are actively working to improve the recruiting of African American teachers, said Lumpkins, though he did caution that it may take time to reach their goals. Hazzard, too, agreed that more needs to be done. “We know that the school does not accurately reflect the communities we serve,” he said, “but we are confident the numbers can improve.” Fielding a question about how the school system was working to ensure fairness when disciplining students, Wright shared some encouraging statistics. In the past year the number of suspensions has gone down, Wright said. “When we see that, we know we are on the right track. The first suspension might be the thing

that causes a student to disengage … we need to avoid that.” Advocacy groups nationwide have questioned in recent years whether black students are often subjected to harsher punishments, including suspensions and expulsions, than white students who commit the same infractions. To Wright, the numbers tell the story. “Last year there was not a single long-term suspension,” he said. “That invariably helps everyone in the community, particularly the African American males.” While school board members did not have answers to every question — and deferred to school superintendent James Lane, also in attendance Thursday, for some information — all said they remained open to community feedback and suggestions about how they can better serve both students and parents. “The success of our students depends on the community,” said Lumpkins. “I hope as a result of the meetings like tonight you know you can reach us.”

CRLC celebrating 10th anniversary Contributed report

The Capital Region Land Conservancy (CRLC) has announced the celebration of its 10th Anniversary protecting and conserving open spaces and historic places throughout Central Virginia. During the past 10 years, CRLC has helped to protect over 6,800 acres of property, including co-holding nine conservation easements on more than 1,200 acres. In

Goochland County, CRLC co-holds three easements on approximately 290 acres along with the James River Association. CRLC’s service area throughout Central Virginia consists of 1.3 million acres of which 16,500 is privately owned property that is currently protected. On Sunday, Oct. 25, CRLC will host an event from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Tuckahoe Plantation (12601 River Road in Goochland) to cel-

ebrate its 10th Anniversary and to welcome its new executive director, Parker Agelasto. The event is open to the public. Speakers, music and complimentary food and beverages will be provided in gratitude for CRLC’s many sponsors, donors, supporters and the community. There is a suggested donation of $25 to attend. For details, contact Jane Myers at jane@capitalregionland.org.

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Community Calendar Minister Laverne Morris, Associate Minister of James River Storytime will be held from Goochland’s Second Union Baptist Church. All 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Goochland women are asked to wear white Branch Library for ages 3 to 5. This early literacy Fauquier Baptist Church’s 21st storytime focuses on rivers, lakes, and other Annual Jerry A. Allen Memorial Education and bodies of water. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit Scholarship Service will be held at 3 p.m. at the library at 3075 River Road West for more 2455 Dogtown Road in Goochland. The theme information. will be “Creating a Positive Image for our Youth” and the guest speaker will be Rev. Cecelia T. Friday, Oct. 23 Rollins, Associate Minister at Anointed New Family storytime for all ages will be held at Life Baptist Church in Glen Allen, Virginia. 10:30 a.m. at the Cochrane Rockville Branch The community is invited to fellowship with Library. Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more infor- Second Union Baptist Church Usher Ministry as the group celebrate its 65th usher’s annimation. versary at 3 p.m. The Jewel Gospel Singers St. John’s Episcopal Church in Columbia of Palmyra will be the special guest. Secwill hold a healing service at 7:30 p.m. A time ond Union Baptist Church is located at 2843 to heal will include prayers, meditation, hymns, Hadensville-Fife Road.. and laying on of hands. St. John’s Episcopal St. John’s Episcopal Church in Columbia Church is located north of the intersection of will hold a Holy Eucharist and Homecoming Washington Street and Route 6. Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. (See Oct. 23 notice). Saturday, Oct. 24 Thursday, Oct. 22

Mizpah Christian Church will be hosting a coat sharing event from 9 – 11 a.m. Anyone in need of a gently used coat this is invited to pick out a coat at no cost (children and adult sizes are available). The church is located at 5257 Old Columbia Rd., just off Hadensville-Fife Road. For more information call (804) 457-4463 Gum Spring United Methodist Church is having a huge yard sale from 8 a.m.- noon. The church is located at 191 Cross County Road in Gum Spring. Saturday, Oct. 24 The Mt. Gilead Purple Hearts Relay Team will be hosting a Bingo Party at 7 p.m. at the Hadensville Volunteer Fire Dept. Hot dogs and drinks will be sold and the suggested $10 donation will benefit the American Cancer Society. Gum Spring United Methodist Church is having a huge yard sale from 8 a.m.- noon. The church is located at 191 Cross County Road in Gum Spring.

Saturday, Oct. 31 The Goochland County Fall Festival will be held from noon until 4 p.m. at the Goochland Sports Complex. Festivities will include a Petting Zoo & Pony Rides, Pumpkin Painting, Make & Take Activities, Bounceables, Carnival Games, Halloween Costume Contest at 1:30pm, Show & Sell Arts & Crafts, and the Third Annual Apple Pie Contest. Participants can dance their shoes off to benefit Social Services and Goochland Free Clinic & Family Services Food Drive! This event is free and volunteers are needed. Contact Goochland Parks, Recreation & Facilities at 804-556-5854 or visit the department online for more information. A Rain Date is scheduled for 2p.m. until 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1.

The Company 3 Volunteer Fire-Rescue Dept. has rescheduled the group s Open House. Virginia Blood Services will be in attendance for a blood drive and attendees can enjoy an inflatable Smoke House, and live fire safety demonstrations. The open house will be held from 3-5 p.m. followed by a Trunk or Treat event until 9 Sunday, Oct. 25 p.m. These events are open to all and are free. Fauquier Baptist Church (2455 Dogtown Company 3 is located at 52 Broad Street Road Rd) will be hosting the Annual Missionary Ministry - Baptist General Convention at 11a.m. Beulah Baptist Church (1633 Kents Store The theme will be Lord Strengthen Our Secret Closet Prayer Life” and the guest speaker will be see Calendar > 16

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Will someone stand up for District 4 residents? By Roslyn Ryan Editor

hough they put in countless hours and conduct plenty of research, county planning commissioners, for the most part, don’t often make headlines. Still, the fact that District 4 remains without a planning commission representative nearly two months after the departure of former Planning Commissioner Joe Andrews is troubling. Andrews, who was, by all accounts, a hard-working and dedicated public servant who served his district with distinction, is sorely missed by the residents of District 4, a group that now has no representation when it comes to matters of planning and zoning. It is hoped that this can be remedied soon. Being a Planning Commissioner is a tough job, to be sure, but for the sake of all of the residents of District 4, someone needs to do it. *** Last Thursday evening I had the distinct pleasure of attending the second candidates’ forum sponsored this year by the Goochland Branch NAACP. While the first event offered a chance to hear from candi-

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dates for supervisor and constitutional officer positions, last week’s forum was all about the school board. And while none of the incumbents on the board are being challenged for their seats this election season, they were certainly challenged by the young people from the Goochland Youth Council who were asking the questions. The board members, for their part, did well, offering the kind of honest, thoughtful and detailed answers many in the audience seemed to be seeking. The real standouts on the evening, however, were the kids. Their civic engagement at such a young age certainly bodes well for their future success, and the community’s as well. *** We hope our readers enjoy this week’s special Voter Guide, which offers a wealth of information on the fast-approaching election in Goochland. As is well-known, Goochland voters rarely need urging to get out to the polls — turnout in 2012 was over 87 percent — but that fact of the matter is that the importance of casting your ballot can never really be overstated. It’s your right, it’s your duty — on Nov. 3, get out there and make your voice heard.

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Fright Night coming to the Byrd By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist

othing says spooky more than a scary movie in a movie theatre whose appearance evokes a feeling of timelessness. The Byrd Theatre sits majestically on Cary Street as a tribute to a lost era in American culture, the grand old movie theatre. Throughout the country, these masterpieces are being reclaimed, saved from the wrecking ball by virtuous groups formed to protect their unique history. Almost as many have gone the way of the wrecking ball. In 1928, the Byrd was not unique, and its architectural detail and finely positioned murals were common fare for theatres across the United States. And the mighty Wurlitzer organ that still resides in its original spot was more of a necessity than an extravagant option, as silent movies dominated America’s cinema culture. Even at the time it opened, the Byrd’s $900,000 price tag was hefty for its time, and it was immediately clear to all who visited that the theatre, named for Richmond founder William Byrd, was the recipient of a no detail overlooked blueprint. It welcomed its first visitors in 1928 for a showing of “Waterfront,”

and has been almost continuously operated ever since. That’s a testament to the theatre’s loyal fan base, and many locals who grew up attending functions at the Byrd. Eddie Weaver and others thrilled an appreciative audience as they rose from beneath the stage, and filled the room with an enormous wall of sound that was penetrating. At some shows, the audience sang along with words on the screen guided by a bouncing ball to old standbys. It’s much too corny to explain. Fine chandeliers imported from Czechoslovakia adorn the auditorium, featuring 5,000 crystals lit by 500 bulbs. The fixture was too big to fit through the door and required assembly on-site. The French Empire-style theatre is perhaps most unique for its original and period perfect architecture, which has changed little since its construction. The fact that it has never been remodeled or gutted and renovated ensures the Byrd a place in architectural history, and ensures that it remains the perfect period peace with its unchanged dignity and ambiance. This Friday, Oct. 23, the old theatre returns to its roots with a showing of “Phantom of the Opera,” starring Lon

Chaney. Michael Britt will accompany at the massive keyboard, and audiences will once again marvel at the 1925 silent classic. Benefits will assist in the restoration of the old Wurlitzer organ. Many of its numerous functions and features are inoperable, and the Byrd Theatre Foundation plans a full restoration of the historic instrument. The Cary Street landmark seemed certain to follow its counterparts into disrepair and eventual destruction, but the neighborhood and city it served would not allow it. The Byrd Theatre Foundation purchased the theatre in 2007 and began a lifelong effort of restoration. Its marbled walls and original seats provide Richmonders with a glimpse into the past and trip down memory lane as they take seats that have been occupied for 90 years. And this Friday, those seats will be filled with an audience who will enjoy a movie in exactly the same manner moviegoers viewed it in 1928. The mighty Wurlitzer will once again provide the audio, and the atmosphere will be classic Byrd Theatre. The chills and thrills of watching a scary movie in a classic movie house are a timeless reminder of what the Byrd meant to Richmond’s past, and the promise it holds for the future.

Letters to the Editor Dale Agnew has experience needed to serve county as clerk Dear Editor, Some of you may remember that I wrote a similar letter eight years ago in support of Lee Turner because we needed a Clerk with the experience necessary to fulfill the important duties of this office. The same still applies. I have worked in the Goochland Courthouse area as a legal assistant for over 50 years and in connection with my job have regular and frequent experience with the functions

of the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office. The Clerk of the Circuit Court is responsible for the proper recordation of all documents in the land records, probate of wills, filing and maintaining accurately all chancery, civil, and criminal actions, maintaining the Circuit Court docket, attending court proceeding, and maintaining accurate records of funds under the control of the Court among other duties. Carrying out these duties, requires an individual with knowledge of Virginia Code provisions as they apply to office of the Clerk, and hands-on experience in all of these area. Having worked in the Clerk’s

Office for 35 years, Dale Agnew has that knowledge and experience. The only reason not to vote for her would be to elect someone who is more qualified. I don’t have any reason to doubt that her opponent may be an excellent manager but the office of Clerk is more diverse in its function than any of the other constitutional offices and as such, requires a Clerk that possesses the experience and knowledge to implement and carry out these vital and statutory duties. We have that person in Dale Agnew, who, with her qualified staff, is serving efficiently and see Letters > page 7

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Letters continued from >6 professionally in this capacity. Party affiliations should not be a consideration in selection of local constitutional officers. Catherine Waldrop Goochland

Agnew has served community well in many areas Dear Editor, This letter is in support for my vote for Dale Agnew to continue as Clerk of Circuit Court of Goochland County. Dale Agnew has extensive experience in operating the Goochland County Circuit Court. After the timely retirement of the previous circuit court clerk, Lee Turner, Judge Timothy K. Sanner, the Circuit Court judge immediately

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October 22, 2015 appointed Dale Agnew as the Goochland County Clerk of Circuit Court. Dale Agnew was Goochland County’s Christmas Mother in 2011. She was the Goochland County Fire and Rescue Volunteer of the year in 2013. Also she has been the coordinator of Crozier Company 2’s Delicious Brunswick Stew Fundraiser for the past eight years. I am sure Mr. Flannagan is a nice fellow and I would want to be the first one to welcome him from his native Florida. I am sure that Mr. Flannagan has good experience in the construction trade and is a very good member of the Goochland Master Gardeners. Being in charge of a construction cement mixer and knowing how to grow tomatoes does not give you the expertise to be able to run the Goochland County Circuit Court. John P. Casey Jr. Crozier

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Candidate making improper use of taxpayer money Dear Editor, As a Goochland resident and concerned citizen, it’s very disturbing to hear reports of possible improper use of taxpayer’s money that was happening in the office of Commissioner of Revenue. This prompted me to submit a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to either confirm or refute these reports. The results from this very recent FOIA confirms some alarming facts: This FOIA response shows that we have a current employee who is a candidate for the Commissioner of Revenue office, Mrs. Brown, using county time and thus the county’s money to run her campaign. This is not what our taxes are supposed to pay for! Who’s see Mail > 8

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Mail continued from >7 doing her job, while she’s conducting her personal political campaign? The FOIA reveals numerous emails where Mrs. Brown has been using County resources and even using a county letter head design on her campaign material and mailed out to residents asking for support and votes. These are deeply concerning, misleading and unethical practices. To be fair, Mrs. Brown might have been unaware that this is improper conduct, but based on her many years of service, that in itself is disturbing. Experience indeed is very important, but many years in one

particular government office can lead to a false feeling of entitlement and complacency. I for one do not see the advantage for Goochland on this one. Instead, I see actions that indicate ineffective stewardship. It’s my understanding that the state does require, in some instances, that a candidate either step down, take temporary leave or leave of absence while pursuing an official state office. It seems apparent this would help eliminate any possibility of improper use of taxpayer’s money during a campaign process. I submit this to the citizens of Goochland to decide for themselves whether this is appropriate or inappropriate behavior!

Charlotte Whitmire which was in financial dire Goochland straights, and suffering one embarrassment after another to one which is now considered a Bishop, Flannagan model for good local governwill put residents’ ment, not just in Virginia but best interests first from other states far and wide. In the upcoming election Dear Editor, Our county government two more citizens have taken has made great strides in the up the challenge and are offerrecent past. People who had no ing themselves to serve the peoprevious experience in govern- ple of Goochland. Ira “Buddy” ment or had held elective office Bishop is the candidate for saw a need, had a vision of Commissioner of the Revenue what could be made better, and and Keith Flannagan is candistepped up to offer themselves date for Clerk of the Court. and their services to the citi- Neither of these candidates has zens of Goochland. The vot- served in a government capacing citizens of Goochland chose ity before. Buddy is a computer to accept their offer and since technology specialist and Keith then we have seen Goochland a successful businessman. Neichange from being the county ther has further political goals or the desire to get and hold a position until retirement. They are, if anything, stepping up out of a sense of duty and sacrifice to help make their county the best it can be. Neither has attacked nor denigrated their opponents. They have,

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instead identified areas which can and should be improved and pledged to do just that. Under Buddy Bishop all of the deputy commissioners of revenue will be expected to become certified through the Cooper-Weldon Center in Charlottesville. This comes as a sign of commitment to the highest standards of practice as well as out of respect for the office and the people of Goochland. His opponent has worked in the office for many years but has only recently begun to seek certification. In the Clerk of the Court race the elephant in the room must be addressed. The candidate is the Sheriff’s wife. Having any husband and wife in these two positions in a small county like Goochland is unseemly at best; it presents what would be called in private businesses, a “moral hazard.” In addition, the office budget is bloated, according to the statistics available from the

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Agnew’s experience is what Goochland residents need Dear Editor, I am writing to endorse Mrs. Dale Agnew for Circuit Court Clerk in the upcoming election. Obviously, with more than 33 years of experience, she is well qualified to serve the Court. In addition, she supports the 2nd Amendment and performs the duties of her office with the rights of her constituents in mind. I have found her office to be extremely helpful compared to other localities and would like to see her remain see Election > 9

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OBITUARIES: Death Notices

October 22, 2015

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Obituaries MICHAL CRAIG-GORDON Michal Paula Craig-Gordon, of Goochland, passed away in the early hours of Oct. 16, after a two-year battle against cancer. She is survived by her husband, Leigh S. Gordon; her two sons, Andrew Gordon and Daniel Gordon; and her sister, Kristin Risberg. She enjoyed a 46-year career with Delta Airlines. Michal was a faithful member of Byrd Presbyterian Church in Goochland, where services were held on Oct. 20. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Goochland Fellowship & Family. HARVEY SALMON JR. Harvey Salmon Jr., known by many as “Mr. Harvey,” age 74, died on Friday, Oct. 9. The cause was a lengthy battle with cancer. Born Sept.7, 1941 in Goochland County, Harvey began a very lucrative and popular career in custom auto upholstery in 1957. He was a kind, loving husband to his wife, Mary Harvey Ellen, a dedicated father,

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grandfather, brother and wonderful friend to all. His devotion to those in his life and his passion for his craft were impeccable and he will be dearly missed in the Richmond community. Details concerning a celebration of his life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice. VIOLET T. KEMBLE Violet T. Kemble., 87, passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on Sept. 23, 2015. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Gloria Klich and Elaine Shackleford. She is survived by three daughters, Bonnie Faulkner, Violet Hodge and Patricia Kaczmarczyk. She always displayed unconditional Kemble love and care for others. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend. She will be deeply missed. MOM, you are our Angel. We love you and miss you so very much and we will see you in Heaven! A memorial service was held at 12:30 p.m. on

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as our Circuit Court Clerk. I urge all citizens of Goochland County to support Mrs. Agnew Dear Editor, on Election Day. If Dale Agnew being the Tyler Charles Clerk of Court is a conflict, Goochland County would the Chief Judge of the

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October 22, 2015

SPORTS: Youth, High School, College, Recreational, Professional

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Goochland’s Marcus Burton (7) took a handoff on Goochland’s first play from scrimmage and raced 54 yards to the endzone. The running game was extremely effective for the Bulldogs in the win.

Bulldogs run all over Cougars By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Writer

oochland dealt Nottoway a triple dose of defeat coupling a quick hitting running game with a potent passing

attack to sink the Cougars 388. A stingy defense did not allow the visitors a point until late in the contest. It was just the kind of bounce back game Goochland needed as the team heads

toward a final push that will hopefully result in a highly seeded playoff spot. “We are pleased with the way we played in all three phases of the game,” Goochland coach Joe Fowler said. “We got

off to a great start on offense by scoring on our first two plays of the game and the defense was playing physical against a bigger Nottoway team,” he added. On the first play from

scrimmage, Bulldog running back Marcus Burton cleared the line and broke left for a 54yard touchdown run to open the scoring with only seconds off the clock. Not be outdone, Calvin

Martin made quick work of the 32 yards that separated the junior and the Nottoway end zone, putting the Bulldogs up 14-0 with more than 11 see Bulldogs > 13

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Bulldogs continued from >12 minutes remaining in the first period. Cougar running back Thomas Parrish poked and prodded Nottoway down the field on the ensuing possession and gained his team a first down from the Bulldog 20 yard line. A fumble picked up by an alert Bulldog defense ended the threat. “Last year, Thomas Parrish had a big night against us,” Fowler said. “ But our kids did a great job of keeping him in check for most of the night. He got some yards, but he never found the end zone,” the coach added. Shortly in to the second quarter, the Bulldogs gambled on a fourth down and five yards to make, and came up big when Cordell Mattox gathered in a long pass from Reid Chenault and set the Bulldogs up at the Cougar 3-yard line. Chenault connected with Daric Clarke on the next play and the Bulldogs led 21-0. Goochland threatened again late in the first half, but the Cougar defense stiffened and Sullivan Young booted a 26 yard field goal. On Goochland’s second possession of the second half, Chenault found Mattox with a 37 yard scoring strike for a 31-0 Bulldog lead. The Cougars threatened again late in the third quarter but a stubborn Bulldog defense stopped them on a fourth down and two yards to make. “Those fourth down stops were huge because they swung the momentum back our way,” Fowler said. Wyatt Smith capped the scoring with a 25-yard run up the Nottoway middle early in the fourth quarter. Nottoway spoiled the shutout with a late game touchdown. Chenault continues to

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improve his passing game, and he was on target against Nottoway. “Reid was putting the ball right where it needed to be all night long. He had a big night despite the fact that there were three or four dropped passes,” Fowler said. He also credited the offensive line for allowing Chenault the time he needed to make the connections. “There were some matchups on their linebackers and defensive backs that we felt really good about and our line gave him time in the pocket. If he has time back there, he can put on a show” Fowler said. Chenault finished the game with 208 passing yards and two touchdowns The Bulldogs are on the road this week with a matchup with Lunenburg. Fowler is taking them one game at a time, but does see a clear path for his maturing Bulldogs. “Right now we are in the fourth seed out of sixteen playoff spots,” he said. “In order to hold that and possibly, move up, we need to finish strong.” And he won’t take the Chargers lightly. “Lunenburg is always a tough place to play and they are having a good season at 52. We will need to play our best to have a shot at them. They have the ability to grind a lot of clock and shorten the game.” The game begins at 7 p.m.

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Josie Summitt (8) puts up a set for Alexis Wiggins (13) earlier in the season. Erixon says to be successful in the postseason, “they really need to come together as a team.”

Volleyball’s perfect season rolls on By Billy Fellin Sports Editor

o far, so perfect for the Goochland girls volleyball team. The Bulldogs haven’t even dropped a set all season, continuing their torrid pace over the past four games, defeating William Monroe on Oct. 5, Cumberland on Oct. 6, Randolph-Henry on Oct. 5, Prince Edward on Oct. 13 and Buckingham on Oct. 15. Nottoway 0 0 0 8— 8 Against Buckingham on Goochland 14 10 7 7 — 38 Oct. 15, Madelyn Ott had 11 kills and four aces. Maddie G — Burton 54 run (Young kick) G — Martin 32 run (Young kick) Parker had four kills and three G — Clarke 3 pass from Chenault aces, while Alexis Wiggins (Young kick) added six kills. G — FG Young 23 Ott had nine kills and four G — Mattox 37 pass from Chenault aces in the three-set win over (Young kick) G — Smith 24 run (Young kick) Prince Edward on Oct. 13, N — Walton 45 pass from Robert- while Casey Spencer added son (Robertson run) four aces and three digs and Wiggins had five kills. RECORDS Nottoway 1-6 “I love the fact that the girls Goochland 4-3 are undefeated,” Goochland

head coach Jennifer Erixon said. “They love that fact. However, it presents a rather challenging task to keep them focused and motivated at times. I am constantly trying to find drills, games, and situations to put the girls in to challenge them.” Erixon said that she’s been happy with the performances in the matches recently, but mistakes and bad games still occur and there are still things that the Bulldogs can work on to up their game even more. “It’s important for them to know how to mentally push past the mistakes and make things better on the next play,” she said. “They can always improve. The girls need to work on better communication on and off the floor, moving the ball around when hitting, setting a good block, consistent serve-receive passes, block-hitter coverage and game knowledge.” All of those skills will come

in handy with the upcoming playoffs, as there are just three games left in the regular season for the Bulldogs. For those playoffs, Erixon is already starting to get the team prepared for what they will face once it is do-or-die time. “I’ve been trying to put the girls in various competitive drills, each one with a different goal on which to focus,” she said. “We’ve done some conditioning for strength and endurance as well as drills where they have to come from behind to win. I’ve been trying to come up with drills to make it as game like as fast paced as possible. I’ve also had many talks and discussions with the team about how much it will take to get further in the playoffs, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.” One thing the Bulldogs have going for them is experi-

ence. Goochland went 21-3 last season and had a deep playoff run, as well as five seniors on the roster with that playoff experience. That experience will tone down the awe-factor that can take some first-time playoff teams and players by surprise. Erixon said that the team needs to play as one during the playoffs and realize that mistakes are made and move on from them. “It’s just how they react and respond to the mistake,” she said. “Coaching the mental and emotional part of the game is the hardest part of it. So, the girls really need to figure out how to push past their mistakes and frustrations, and focus on the task at hand, which is to go as far as possible in the postseason. They are most than capable of performing well in the post-season, as well as we function as a team and help each other get there.”

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