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Love your lawn? Now is time to start assessing winter damage. See page 8 According to the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, Goochland’s 37.8 percent job growth over the last five years is highest in the state.

Diving the Dollars

Dividing the Dollars Debt Service, 6%

Goochland’s outlook Capital Funds, is good, says Budesky, 9% but challenges still Remaining General Fund, loom for county The number of permits issued by building inspections increased by around 66 percent between FY12 and FY16, and that trend is expected to continue.

A look at the numbers

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Public Utilities, 14%

oochland County Administrator John Budesky presented his recommended fiscal year 2018 budget to the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday night, outlining plans to invest in local services and infrastructure while still avoiding any property tax increase for county residents.

FY18 Budget Education, 39%

Public Safety, 12%

VDOC, State Department partnering to help visitors Agreement signed in Goochland formalizes mentoring of foreign correctional officers By Roslyn Ryan Editor

According to a Memorandum of Understanding signed on Feb. 14, the Virginia Department of Corrections (VDOC) is officially partnering with the United States State Department to provide training and mentoring to foreign correctional officials. Department of Corrections Director Harold Clarke and Ambassador Williams R. Brownfield, see Corrections > 1

Human Services, 7%

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$.53/$100

$80.2 million

$720,000

Real Estate tax rate, which remains unchanged in FY18

Total of all funds, including the General Fund of $50.3 million

Projected real property revenue increase above FY17 budget

Pet Lovers hosting campaign kickoff Contributed report

Goochland Pet Lovers, the nonprofit arm of Goochland Animal Shelter, will be hosting a fundraising campaign kickoff event tonight (Feb. 22), at 5 p.m. in the community room of Reynolds Community College. The organization has already begun raising funds to expand Goochland County’s see Pet Lovers > 3

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Bethel UMC hosting Spaghetti Dinner Contributed report

The United Methodist Women’s Fellowship of Bethel United Methodist Church, Oilville, will offer a Spaghetti Dinner from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 10. The menu includes spaghetti, toss salad, home-

made bread, dessert, tea and coffee. The proceeds will benefit the United Methodist Women’s mission efforts in Goochland, and surrounding area. The dinner price is $10.00 per person, and $5.00 for children (ages five and

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under). Ticket information is available at (804) 784-2362 (Bethel’s office number). Bethel United Methodist Church is located at 1981 Cardwell Road, Oilville. For further information or directions, visit www.betheloil. org.

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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 mix, about 1-2 years old; A neutered male Beagle mix, about 3 years old; a neutered male Pit mix, about 3 years old — this sweet boy has been in the shelter since October! The Goochland Animal Shelter is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Call (804) 556-5302 for more information.

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Goochland Free Clinic & Family Services receives $250,000 gift Contributed report

The Richard S. Reynolds Foundation has awarded $250,000 to Goochland Free Clinic and Family Services (GFCFS) to support the ALL.HERE.NOW. Capital Campaign. The gift will go towards funding construction of a new building that will combine eleven critical assistance programs, including medical and dental clinics, food pantry, and Clothes Closet, in one location. GFCFS current facilities at three separate locations with severely limited space are no longer adequate to provide the high level of care for Goochland individuals and families in need. In 2016,

GFCFS services impacted more than 1700 Goochland residents. The Goochland Free Clinic is one of the most effective organizations in this area. All of us at the Richard S. Reynolds Foundation are strongly supportive of its work and pleased to be able to give some assistance to that work especially now that so many members of the family live in the county, said Richard S. Reynolds, III, President of the Richard S. Reynolds Foundation. “We are so grateful for the support from the Richard S. Reynolds Foundation,” added see Grant > 10

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Sisk and Thompson to wed Mr. and Mrs. Mark Wayne Sisk, Sr. of Richmond and Mineral, announce the engagement of their daughter, Meghan Jane Rebekah Sisk to Connor Michael Thompson, son of Mr. Coleman Thompson and Ms. Vanessa Chambers of Charleston, South Carolina. Miss Sisk is the granddaughter of Mrs. Bette Sisk, of Edwardsville, and the late Mr. Kenneth Dwain Sisk, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Willie Walker Whitlock. Mr. Thompson is the grandson of Ms. Marlene Chambers and Mr. Leland Chambers, both of Denver, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Francis Aloysius Thompson. The bride graduated from St. Margaret’s School and Clemson University. She is employed by The Collegiate School in Richmond. The groom graduated from Wando High School in Charleston and Clemson University. He will receive his Juris Doctorate from the University of South Carolina this spring. Photo: Riverland Studios An August wedding is Meghan Jane Rebekah Sisk and Connor Michael Thompson to planned. be married August 2017.

Corrections continued from >1 Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) signed the agreement at the at the DOC’s Academy for Staff Development in Crozier. The plan lays out the framework for federal-state cooperation with the international correctional counterparts. “The ability to tap into the tremendous expertise of VADOC will be a major asset in our efforts to safeguard Americans from dangerous crime which, in today’s globally connected world, often originates beyond our borders,”

Brownfield said. VADOC has hosted corrections officials from several foreign countries in recent years, sharing best practices and offering advice regarding corrections matters. The partnership with the Department of State calls for VADOC to provide assistance in the form of training, mentoring and advising to foreign governments relative to international criminal activities. “I think Virginia was chosen for this partnership because we have demonstrated to the nation and to the world that we are leading in the area of corrections in many respects,” Clarke said. We are on the cut-

continued from >1 humane shelter and enhance programs, and the Board of Directors recently announced that a total of $542,992 has been committed in early gifts by generous individuals toward the goal of $1,500,000. With these early commitments, the Board is launching a community-wide effort to invite the support of all interested individuals, businesses, foundations and civic organizations. When completed, the expansion project will elevate a new and efficient animal rescue to a state-ofthe-art adoption and rescue center that is an anchor for the county’s rural community. With Goochland Pet

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Lovers’ support, the animal shelter will be able to add features to promote more adoptions within the no-kill shelter. The community’s involvement through Goochland Pet Lovers will help provide support to the planned 12,900 square-foot facility with airy and inviting public areas, a state of the art adoption center, and a homey visitation rooms for meeting prospective pets. The organization has also made it a goal to provide education programs and create a pet exercise trail and dog parks in at least two locations in the county. Goochland’s Reynolds Community College campus is located at 1800 Dickinson Road in Goochland.

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Community Calendar Ongoing Storytimes at the Goochland Branch Library will be held on Thursdays from March 2- 23. Times are as follows: Toddler Storytime (2 years old w/ adult) at 10 a.m.; Preschool Storytime (3-5 years old) at 10:45 a.m.

Family Storytime at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library (all ages) will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays, from March 3- 31. Call (804) 7493146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Friday, Feb. 24 Mother Goose Storytime (624 months w/ adult) at 11:30 A Youth Art Month a.m. Call 804-556-4774 or visit Reception will be held from the library at 3075 River Road 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Cochrane West for more information. Rockville Branch Library, fea-

turing creative student art from South Anna Elementary and Liberty Middle Schools. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Rockville Library. Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Auction in the Dining Hall of the BSA Cub Adventure Camp, located at 1723 Maidens Road in Maidens. Doors open at 5 p.m. with a silent auction. The live auction begins at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the door or from your local Boy Scout. Auction Saturday, February 25 items include two-night hotel Goochland Boy Scout accommodations for two Troop 710 is hosting their adults at Wyndham Property Annual Spaghetti Dinner Hotel; a voucher for fly fish-

TOWN HALL MEETINGS The Goochland County Board of Supervisors and School Board have scheduled joint Town Hall Meetings in March as follows: Districts 2 & 3, Tuesday, March 21, 7:00 p.m. Central High School, 2748 Dogtown Road, Goochland Districts 4 & 5, Thursday, March 23, 7:00 p.m. Hermitage, 1248 Hermitage Road, Manakin-Sabot District 1, Thursday, March 30, 7:00 p.m. Fire Station 6, 4810 Three Chopt Road, Louisa

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ing lesson for two, provided Thursday, March 9 by Orvis; a Kenmore serger Comic fans will be able sewing machine; and a Poulan to create their own webcombrand chain saw in full work- ics from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the ing condition. Goochland Branch Library.This program, part of Teen Tech Week, is for children ages 11Thursday, March 2 18. Pizza will be provided by Point of Fork Daughters the Friends of the Goochland of the American Revolution Library. Call (804) 556-4774 or will hold its March meet- visit the library at 3075 River ing at 3 p.m. at Fork Union Road West to sign up or for Baptist Church. The program more information. will feature the presentation of winning essays submitted Monday, March 13 in the DAR annual nationwide essay contest. The contest is An Art Opening Reception open to students in grades five will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 at through eight. This year’s topic the Goochland Branch Library, centers around the establish- offering participants a chance ment by Congress in 1916 to enjoy artwork created by the of the National Park Service. students of Goochland County Certificates and medals will Public Schools. Refreshments be presented to the winners. will be provided by the Friends Guests are welcome. For more of the Goochland Library. Call information, contact Marianne (804) 556-4774 ofor more Hill at (434) 842-9079. information. Friday, March 3 First Friday Films will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library for all ages. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Rockville Library. Call (804) 749-3146 for more information. Saturday, March 4 The Goochland Tea Party will host David Barton at the group’s general meeting at 6 p.m. at the Glen Allen Cultural Arts Center. Barton is the founder and president of Wallbuilders, a national profamily organization that presents America’s forgotten history and heroes with an emphasis on our moral, religious and constitutional heritage. The meeting is free, but due to limited seating, registration is required. Tickets are available at www.eventbrite.com or call (804) 784-0380.

Tuesday, March 14 The Cochrane Rockville Branch Library will host a Teen Make and Take Movie Night from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. For children ages 11-18. Participants will have the opportunity to make a Tron: Legacy-themed craft while watching the movie with their friends. This event is part of Teen Tech Week, and pizza and beverages will be provided by the Friends of Rockville Library. Call (804) 749-3146 for more information. Thursday, March 16 Read 2 Rover will be held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Read 2 Rover provides comfort and motivation for beginning readers as they read aloud to therapy dogs. Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

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Obituaries DONALD D. BISHOP Donald D. Bishop, 87, died on Feb. 17. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Edith â&#x20AC;&#x153;Edieâ&#x20AC;? Bishop; his parents, Reed and Helen Bishop and Vi Ridenour; and his brother, Rodney Bishop. He is survived by his sons and their families, Brent, Debbie, Michael and Sarah Bishop and Mark, Tracy and Sebastian Bishop; his sister-in-law, Nita Bishop; and his other brother and family, Bob, Donni, Dale, Dane and Karli Ridenour. Born on Beech Run Hill, West Virginia, Don grew up in Preston County and moved to Virginia after marrying Edie. He graduated from West Virginia University with a degree in forestry and served the U.S. Army as part of the post-war reconstruction efforts in Germany. He also served as forester in Sandston and Goochland. He retired from Jake Alexander Wood Yard. Don was a long-standing member of Gum Spring United Methodist Church, where he served the Lord in multiple capacities over the years and loved and was loved by the congregation. He was passionate about woodworking, reading and his family. Visitation was held on Sunday, Feb.19, at Gum Spring United Methodist Church. The celebration of his life was held at the church on Monday, Feb. 20. Interment followed in the church cemetery. If you wish to honor our Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life, you may send flowers or make a donation to a charity of your choice to help someone in need. Visit www.lacyfh.com for online guestbook.

Connel A.; great-grandchildren, Connel A. Jr. and Izaiah; and a host of other relatives and friends. His remains rested at the Robert Mealy Funeral Home in Goochland. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Feb. 18, at Second Union Baptist Church in Goochland.

DEBRA S. RAGLAND Debra Susan Ragland, 58, of Henrico, died Friday, Feb. 10. She is survived by a daughter, Holly Portis; a sister, Wendy Means; four aunts, Alberta Duncan, Diane Johnson, Anne Johnson and Joy Davis; two grandchildren, Jalen and Blake Portis; one niece and two nephews; and a good friend, Ricky Bishop. She was a member of Perkins Baptist Church in Goochland. The family received friends on Tuesday, Feb. 14, at Perkins Baptist Church. Services were held at 2 p.m. Interment church cemetery. Norman Funeral Home assisted the family.

IRENE S. URBAN

Irene S. Urban, 85, of Richmond, formerly of New Haven, Connecticut, passed away Feb. 11. She is survived by her daughter, Jeanine Lecznar (Bill) of Goochland; sons, David Marotta (Sherry) of North Chesterfield, Walter Urban (Zaida) of Hawaii; brother, Charles Urban of Texas; 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. A Funeral Mass was Urban held Tuesday, Feb. 13 at St. Edward Catholic Church in CLAXTON F. JACKSON Mr. Claxton F. Jackson, 87, of Sandy Hook, Chesterfield. Interment was held in Branford, departed this life Feb. 14. He is survived by Connecticut. Online condolences may be made son, Connel L. Jackson (Lynne); grandson, at bennettbardenfh.com.

Recent Property Transfers 2551 Blacksmith Shop Road, Jane F. Whaling, $599,000. Goochland; Gerald E. Aubin to 2212 Parkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hill Drive, Johnny B. Young Jr., $165,000. Maidens; David C. Aldridge to 11400 Brickview Lane, Jeremy James Raley, $479,400. Oilville; John D. Hughes 4633 Shannon Hill Estates to Howard F. Simmons, Road, Kents Store; Michael M. $360,000. Gambill Jr. to Eric J. Cook, 557 Hill Grove Road, $165,000. Manakin-Sabot; Robert 4000 West Chapel Drive, Elberfield to Edward G. Dolan, Goochland; Elaine B. Markey to $610,000. Keith B. Berringer, $207,000. 707 Milstead Lane, Manakin 7184 Yare Street, Glen Allen; Sabot; Robyn Ann Nelson to Eagle Construction of Virginia

LLC to Andre A. Moenssens, $434,801. 7194 Yare Street, Glen Allen; Eagle Construction of Virginia LLC to Stanley K. Joynes, $479,708. ÂŽ

2511 Bucknell Lane, Maidens; CCS Inc. to Michael S. Gibson, $292,025. 155 Honey Locust, Richmond; Anna L. P. Nease, trustee to Richard Fleming, $705,000.

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Famous photo speaks to need for unity By Roslyn Ryan Editor

Even if you don’t know the name of the photographer, you almost certainly know the photo. In fact, on this very date in 1945, when Joe Rosenthal aimed his camera toward the six United States Marines raising an American Flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima, he created an image that would become among the most famous in history. The photo, which was later used to sculpt the Marine Corp War Memorial, earned Rosenthal the Pulitzer Prize for photography.

Seven decades later, it offers timeless lessons in the meaning of courage and perseverance. Dig a little deeper into the stories behind the image, and you also begin to understand the profound sacrifices it represents: of the six men pictured, three would be killed in action shortly after it was taken. Over the years, Rosenthal’s photograph—titled, simply, “Raising the Flag in Iwo Jima” — took on a life of its own. It was subjected to controversy (thanks to the eventually debunked claim that it was staged), recreated in movies, and featured on a postage stamp. These days, I have found myself

seeing it a little differently than perhaps I have in the past. As I look at that famous photo, I find it hard not to notice that we don’t actually see the Marines plant the flag. Instead, they are left for all eternity as a group of men striving to accomplish a task, pushing ahead with everything they have toward a common goal. I consider that at the time the photo was taken, the armed forces were soon to be integrated. Women were poised to begin entering the workforce in greater numbers and African Americans were organizing a movement that would fundamentally alter the social fabric of the

United States. From the war raging across Europe and the Pacific to the battles at home, so many millions of Americans were reaching, striving and fighting for what they believed. And we still are. Today, as we look back on the day this photo was taken, I hope we can all consider one other thing about it, something that is impossible to ignore. The men in the photo, who eventually raised that glorious flag, were able to do it because they were all working together. If we truly want to accomplish great things as a nation again, we’re going to have to learn how to do that too.

Friends may pass on, but memories remain By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist

Almost 50 years ago, I was embarking on what turned out to be the first in a long series of spring break adventures. In those days, Daytona Beach was the preferred destination to escape the doldrums of a harsh winter, and celebrate the rites of spring. Admittedly, we were too young for the mission, but we readily accepted the challenge and four of us headed off in a 1965 Camaro owned by Scott Elias, headed for

the Hawaiian Inn in Daytona Beach, Florida. The trip didn’t take as long as I anticipated, and Scott did most of the driving, a large amount of it at high speed. We didn’t worry about numerous radar traps or pesky state troopers because Scott was always older than the rest of us, not in years but in maturity and experience, and we arrived in record time to sunny skies and warm temperatures. It was a week filled with wild parties, a dog named Budz and a realistic preview of what the next

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few years of our lives could look like, at least the vacation portion of it. But, the next spring brought higher expectations, and Scott’s older Camaro had been replaced with a shiny new fancier edition of the classic complete with a convertible top. And this time we set our sights farther south in Fort Lauderdale, the all-time destination of destinations for spring break insanity. It was 1969 and the atmosphere was more than electric on the streets of the most times sleepy resort town. As an army of students from across

the country engulfed every motel and hotel in the town, the locals stood and marveled at the bridled debauchery. Music blasted from motel balconies, and psychedelic lights reflected from over-stuffed rooms filled with over-zealous students. As high school seniors, we somewhat observed the wildness from a distance. Truth be told, we had our moments, but again left after a week, tired, tanned, and amazed at what we had witnessed. see Friends > 7

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‘Right things in the right places’ remains goal of county’s leaders By John Shelhorse District 4 Planning Commissioner

Editor’s note: The following submission represents Mr. Shelhorse’s views, and was not written on behalf of the Goochland Planning Commission. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect when I was appointed Planning Commissioner for Goochland County’s District 4 by the Board of Supervisors in the fall of 2015. This district encompasses the northeastern section of the county including Centerville Village. Along with District 5, the southeastern section, this is the most populated area of the county and includes the expansive West Creek Business Park bisected north to south by Route 288. I knew that the Planning Commission was a citizens’ committee tasked with “mindful stewardship of the environment, natural resources and appropriate planning and development of the county.” The operable phrase and focus is “appropriate planning and development of the county”. We are, in essence, an advisory panel for the Board of Supervisors serving at their pleasure. What I have learned over the past year is that the real challenge for the Planning Commissioners and Supervisors is how to balance good policy with good economic decisions. Unlike our state government with committees and boards assigned the responsibility of dealing with either policy or economics and to bring their recommendations to the Senate and House of Delegates, we must consider all of the issues involved with governance, growth and development and be fiscally responsible. Goochland County, like every see Shelhorse > page 7

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Friends continued from >6 When high school ends, most friendships become lasting memories with brief interludes of reacquaintance. But the closeness often disappears with years of changing lives. That didn’t happen with Scott, also well known by now as the Fish for his enormous attraction to anything gambling. From the time I knew him as a freshman in high school, Scott spent time at Triple Triangle, the local pool hall. In the fall of 1970, Scott and I ended on the campus of Southwood College in Salemburg, North Carolina. It was your typical junior college campus compiled mostly of kids from up north where opportunities were limited for students not able to gain admittance to larger universities. It was a place where you went to college so you get into college later.

Shelhorse continued from >6 other county, city and town in this great nation faces cultural and economic challenges. Virginia localities are bound by the Dillon Rule, adopted by the Virginia Supreme Court in 1896, that states local governments can pass ordinances only in areas where the General Assembly has granted clear authority. Simply stated, we are bound by the laws of the state of Virginia. We can’t make them up as we go along. Goochland County updated the Comprehensive Plan in 2015 (“the Plan”) with guiding principles to promote balanced development and preserve rural character; anticipate and prepare for population growth; guide development to village areas and designated growth areas; ensure new development does not exceed the county’s ability to provide the needed services and infra-

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And we made the transition or, more aptly put, culture shock, of life in Salemburg compared to our familiar haunts in Richmond quite nicely. We accomplished this by spending much of the week in neighboring Fayetteville, and when Friday arrived, we were on the road to Richmond. That freshman year of college contained enough good stories to fill a book, or maybe a couple of volumes, and Scott was almost always at the center of our adventures. I most remember the nights sitting around the dorm and debating about who could beat who in tennis. More times than not, the dispute ended in a caravan of cars heading to the Roseboro Country Club and the only two lighted tennis courts in the county. It was usually well after midnight when we arrived, and the club was deserted. Being the decent and trusting individuals

they were, the owners of the club didn’t lock the box that controlled the lights on the court. Why would they think that a crowd of mostly Yankees would invade their club in the dark of night and stage tennis matches with gambling involved? And Scott, not to my surprise, never disappointed. First appearance did not divulge his athletic prowess, but, in reality, Scott was a talented athlete, proficient in most anything he pursued that involved hand-eye coordination. Once the year was over, Scott and I lost touch with each other, and, over the years, we only passed briefly as he pursued different restaurant and club ventures, moved away, married and had a family and finally returned to Richmond and opened a deli in the far West End. A year ago, I stood outside Boychik’s Deli waiting for a friend to arrive, when the door

swung open and Scott walked out. We immediately made eye contact and it was if those many years disappeared, and we were back in that Camaro headed for Spring Break or on that tennis court in Roseboro. We spent some minutes catching up but he was on his way to the doctor and I was having lunch with a friend, so we exchanged a hug and briefly talked. He shared his latest challenges and diagnosis and I offered my words of encouragement. As it turned out, it was our last meeting — the final episode in a life of shared experiences that spanned five decades, a slew of friends, a few heartbreaks and lots of laughs. My friend lost his battle with cancer last year, and a powerful, witty, thoughtful and kind man was silenced but will exist and live in the memories and the minds of his beloved family and the friends who are left to mourn … and miss him.

structure; and protect natural, scenic and historic resources. These principles underlie the deliberations and evaluations of the Planning Commission in our recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. As noted above, the eastern end of our county is directly adjacent to Henrico, which is pretty much built out to the boundary. So, as progress and growth will have it, we are directly in the face of encroaching development. That’s both good news and bad news. Good news in that we are a very attractive location for both commercial and residential development with water and sewer services of the Tuckahoe Creek Service District in place, and bad news in that we have to, note the above guiding principles, “preserve rural character, not exceed the ability to provide needed services and infrastructure, and protect natural, scenic and historic

resources.” This would seem to be a quandary but thanks to the good work of the county administration, planning staff, and prior planning commission and board of supervisors we have the updated Comprehensive Plan that provides a detailed roadmap for the future. Development of the well planned and ideally located West Creek Business Park bisected by the Rt. 288 corridor provides an extraordinary location for commercial development as identified in “The Plan.” The Centerville, Manakin, Oilville and Courthouse villages are also designated for commercial development. Recent interest by well qualified and experienced developers to build up-scale residential, commercial and multi-use projects along this corridor in West Creek will provide both tax revenues necessary to support infrastructure improvements and expansion and rein-

force “The Plan” to maintain our rural character in those areas so designated throughout the county. I am advised and believe that the inclusion of retail businesses in the northern and southern ends of the corridor will enhance the demand and continued growth of West Creek, which is the principle economic driver for the county. We should all recognize and be grateful for the opportunity it provides us to manage growth in such a way as to maintain the rural character of Goochland that we so favor and are committed to preserve in accordance with “The Plan.” Again, simply stated, development is inevitable and we strive to get the right things in the right places. I’m sure I speak for my fellow commissioners when I say that we need and encourage your input as well as your understanding as we go about our deliberations and recommendations.

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Mt. Gilead Baptist preschool now accepting registrations Contributed report

Mt. Gilead Baptist Preschool is now registering for the 2017-2018 school year. The preschool offers programs for 2-year-olds ( must be potty trained), 3-year-olds, and PreKindergarten students. Mt. Gilead Preschool is located two miles south of I-64 on Shannon Hill Road.

Contact the church at (804) 457-2938 or Glenda Hawk at (804) 432-6868 for more information or to schedule a visit. Visit the preschool website at www. teacherpage.com/mtgilead to learn more about the many opportunities available at the preschool. Early registration will be held through April 1.

DAR hosting annual essay contest Contributed report

Point of Fork Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its March meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 2 at Fork Union Baptist Church. The program will feature the presentation of winning essays submitted in the DAR annual nationwide

essay contest. The contest is open to students in grades five through eight. This year’s topic centered on the establishment by Congress of the National Park Service in 1916. For more information, contact Marianne Hill at (434) 842-9079.

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IN THE GARDEN: Helping to keep things growing

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Springtime garden events Workshop for Farmers Market vendors March 8

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Calling in an expert to help with your lawn may be a good idea, isince professional landscapers can identify the culprits behind many types of damage and provide the most effective solutions to restore your lawn to its greenest glory.

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awns are exposed to the elements throughout the year, and each season brings its own unique set of challenges. Summer heat waves can make it hard for lawns to maintain their lush green appeal, while the falling leaves of autumn can threaten root systems if not handled properly. Winter frost and snow also can pose a threat to lawns, leaving homeowners

with some work to do when spring arrives. Spring is a season of revival, and that spirit of rejuvenation extends to lawns. When the last vestiges of winter begin to disappear, homeowners can dust off their gardening gloves and start taking steps to revitalize their lawns for the months ahead.

homeowners to look for signs of damage before they begin planning any springtime landscaping projects. Salt damage can occur in areas that received heavy snowfall over the winter. Many communities use rock salt to de-ice snow- and icecovered roads, and that rock salt is largely made up of sodium chloride, which can draw moisture from grass and cause Look for signs of dam- it to brown. Salt trucks used age. Winter can be hard on during winter storms often spit lawns, so it’s important for salt out onto lawns, so don’t be surprised if you notice brown spots on your grass, especially in those areas closest to the road. Winter lawn damage may also be caused by voles, burrowing mouse-like rodents that make paths beneath the snow to hide from predators and feed on grass blades and roots. Lawns with distinctly matted areas may also have

Starting now on lawn maintenance will pay dividends down the road

been damaged by snow mold Remove debris. A light that can weaken turf. raking can help remove any debris that accumulated over Consult a professional the winter. Such debris, which landscaper. Homeowners with may include fallen branches considerable experience tend- and fallen leaves left behind ing to damaged lawns can no from the final days of fall, can doubt identify and address prevent lawns from getting problems on their own. That’s the sun and water they need because many problems are a to thrive. Remove this debris, result of the weather, which but make sure the grass is not tends to be similar and pro- frozen when you do, as walkduce similar problems from ing on frozen grass can cause one year to the next. But further damage. inexperienced homeowners should consult professional Let the grass grow. landscapers before attempting Mowing the lawn is a chore to address problems on their that’s reserved for spring, sumown. Winter lawn damage may mer and maybe early fall, but be caused by a variety of fac- it’s important that homeowntors that can produce similar ers don’t jump the gun and symptoms, and professional mow too early after winter. A landscapers can identify the patient approach allows the culprits behind such damage grass to reestablish itself, so let and provide the most effective solutions to restore the lawn. see Lawn > 9

Farmers, growers, and other vendors who sell their goods at farmers markets are invited to a Farmers Market Vendor Tune-up from 6-8 p.m. on March 8, at the Powhatan Village Building auditorium. Speakers will discuss SNAP/EBT options for vendors, food handling guidelines, and market regulations and guidelines. Those who would like to have scales certified by Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS)are asked to drop them off at the Powhatan Extension office by Monday, March 6. The program is free. Register by March 1 by calling (804) 598-5640 or emailing johns59@vt.edu.

Equine Seminar will help prepare horses for spring On March 28, the Goochland and Powhatan Cooperative Extension Offices in partnership with the Goochland Southern States will be holding a Spring Readiness Equine Seminar. The event will be held from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at the Powhatan Rescue Squad (3920 Marion Harland Lane in Powhatan). This event will help prepare owners and horses for the spring season with confidence. Dr. Emily Olson of Virginia Equine, PLLC will talk about ulcers, and Extension agents Rachel Grosse and Charlotte Maxwell will help landsee Spring > 20

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EDUCATION: School Board and Academic News

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Goochland Middle announces February Students of the Month

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Goochland Middle School has announced it Students of the Month for February. Pictured above, from left to right, are Kameron Holman, Grade 8; Leslie Dunevant, Grade 7; Andy Chen, Grade 7; Tea Marshall, Grade 8; Makayla Nash, Grade 7; Laura Lee Baldwin, Grade 6; and Hayden Raley, Grade 6. Ashley Johnson, right, an 8th grade student at GMS has been recognized as the Virginia Representative for the Be Strong Program. The Be Strong Program is a non-profit organization whose primary goal is to provide resources to stop bullying and help teens who are facing depression. Ashley is a member of the Bully Prevention Team at GMS and is dedicated to speak against bullying and support those who are being bullied. Ashley was recently recognized at the February School Board meeting and was presented a certificate from the Be Strong Program.

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Central Virginia landowners can learn more about actively managing their forestlands during the 8th annual Forest Landowners’ Retreat, to be held March 17-19 at Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center near Appomattox. Topics will include forest management planning, timber sales, wildlife management, invasive plant control, basic tree identification and measurement skills and more. A tour of the AppomattoxBuckingham State Forest will showcase pine and hardwood management, wildlife practices and water quality protection. Sponsoring partners

Grant continued from >2 Lisa Luck, Capital Campaign Chair, GFCFS, “and for understanding our vision to provide highest quality of services and to prepare to meet our community’s needs – now and in the future - here in Goochland.” The Richard S. Reynolds Foundation was established in Richmond, Virginia, in 1955. It has provided $50 million in grants to community and worldwide organizations, supporting a broad range of causes such as education, the

for the retreat include the Virginia Department of Forestry, Virginia Cooperative Extension and the Virginia Forest Landowner Education Program. “This program provides an excellent introduction to forest management issues, especially for those new to land ownership,” said Ellen Powell of the Virginia Department of Forestry. According to Jennifer Gagnon of Virginia Tech’s Forest Landowner Education Program, the retreat offers “a combination of classroom and field sessions, taught by experts, to get participants fully engaged in learning. The weekend retreat format also enables people to share their experiences with other landowners.” The program starts early Saturday morning, so Friday night lodging is available and encouraged. Three registration options are available, including Friday

and Saturday night lodging at $90 per person or $170 per couple; Saturday night-only lodging at $65 per person or $120 per couple, and a commuter option without lodging at $40 per person or $70 per couple. Meals included with all options are Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Sunday breakfast and lunch. To register online or to download a brochure, visit

arts, health, science, history, the environment and those in need. From scientific research to educational initiatives, the Foundation is devoted to building strong communities and creating a positive and enduring impact on the world. GFCFS plans to build a 20,000 square foot building on the current site of the Family Services’ offices at 3001 River Road West as well as convert the existing main building into emergency housing. This central site was chosen to make it easier for clients to access all services. Goochland Free Clinic & Family Services is a

non-profit organization that provides access to health care and basic human services to Goochland residents in need. GFCFS is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation supported by individuals, churches, grants, and businesses who share its vision. For more information, visit www.Gooch landFreeClinicAndFamilyServi ces.org or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/gfcfs. For more information about supporting GFCFS, or the ALL. HERE. NOW. Capital Campaign, contact Adair Roper at 804.556.6260 or at aroper@goochlandcares.org.

http://forestupdate.frec. vt.edu. The deadline to register is March 3. For more information, contact Jennifer Gagnon at (540) 231-6391 or jgagnon@ vt.edu. Those with disabilities who desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity should contact Gagnon during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations, no later than March 3. The TDD number is (800) 828-1120.

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

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Benedictine’s Brady Biller wrestles with Norfolk Collegiate School’s Miles Edmonds in the 132 class during the finals of the VISAA State Championships. Biller won the title over Edmonds by an 11-6 decision.

Cadets win fourth consecutive VISAA crown By Billy Fellin Sports Editor

Benedictine wrestling reached the pinnacle of Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association competition once again on Feb. 18 in taking home its fourth state

championship in a row. But, it certainly wasn’t easy. The Cadets were pushed to the limit by St. Christopher’s, with the two teams meeting up six times in the championship matches. It came down to the 182weight class, with Bailey Coats

facing off against Carter Davis of the Saints. Coats was the fifth Cadets wrestler to go up against the Saints and it was his 3-2 win over Davis that clinched the tournament title for Benedictine. “We went in there as a slight

underdog,” coach Ryan Hall said. “We needed to wrestle well and we did. Hats off to St. Christopher’s for a well-wrestled tournament, they brought their A-game. It came down to the wire. We got the job done and it feels really, really good. I’m just happy for the boys and

proud of the boys for winning our fourth straight state title.” In the finals, Benedictine won five state championships, including Coats’ clinching win over Davis. Gabe Slate, a freshman, got the win at the 106-pound weight class by pin over Bishop

Ireton’s Jackson Ahearn in just 40 seconds. Brady Biller won the title at the 132-pound weight class as he defeated Norfolk Collegiate’s Miles Edmonds by an 11-6 decision. see Wrestle> 12

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Bulldogs wrestling, swimming compete at states By Billy Fellin Sports Editor

Just by qualifying for the Group 2A state wrestling meet, Goochland’s Brian Herrera had cemented his name in Bulldogs athletics history by being the first wrestler to appear in the state meet. Herrera made his time count while wrestling at the Salem Civic Center on Feb. 17-18. “I think he did really well,” Goochland wrestling coach Ken Bouwens said. “Even making it to states is a big deal and a big accomplishment that he and everyone involved should be proud of.” He started his state meet run against Anthony Desefano of Appomattox, who won by decision 7-3. Herrera bounced back in the first round of the consolation bracket with a pin of Danny Parrish of RandolphHenry in 3:30. His next win was also by pin and in very quick fashion, taking just 46 seconds to defeat John Battle’s Dylan Carrier. Herrera then faced off against Desefano in the third-place match and improved on their first matchup, but fell to a 6-5 decision and a fourth place finish overall. “It was really close,” Bouwens said of the third-place match. “They

Wrestle continued from >11 Trevor Hayes took home the 152-pound crown with a 3-2 win over Peninsula Catholic’s Galilee Kissell. Josh Wyland rounded out the title winners with a 16-7 major decision over Paul VI’s Matt Wright. Hall described his team as “relentless” in their pursuit of the VISAA state championship. “I’ve got just really good kids,”

went back and forth the whole time. (Desefano) had to take a few injury times because it was getting so aggressive. He fought a tough match the whole time. There’s not much more I can say, I wasn’t disappointed in him at all. He left it all out on the mat. We were really proud of him and his performance.” Bouwens said that while Herrera’s appearance shows that the system is working for the young program. “It gives us confidence as a coaching staff,” he said. “There’s no reason we can’t do well in this sport even with how young we are. Brian is just in his second year. That makes me really excited for some of the guys that I’ve got right now that are sophomores. I’ve got a lot of freshman this year. What we were able to accomplish with Brian, it makes me excited for what the team will look like in the next year or two.” The performance by Herrera gives the Bulldogs as a whole a boost of confidence, according to Bouwens. Bouwens also said that Herrera’s work ethic and mentality about the sport sets a high bar for future Bulldogs wrestlers. “I hope it draws more attention to the sport and brings our numbers up for next year,” he said. “It was definitely a good thing and a fun experience.”

Just up the road from Salem in Christiansburg, the Goochland swim team participated in the Group 2A state swim meet and had success as well. The girls 200 freestyle relay team of Sophie Summitt, Hannah Keeter, Aishlinn Hyman and Meredith Hickey finished sixth with a time of 1:54.30. In the 200 medley relay, Hickey, Summitt along with Victoria Spooner and Campbell Ferguson finished 13th with a 2:17.71. Hickey was also 16th in the 50 free with a time of 28.24. On the boys side, the 200 freestyle relay team of Payton Harrigal, Zack Abbott, David Tremain and Garrett Kemmerly also placed sixth in their state meet appearance with a time of 1:40.64. Kemmerly was 11th in the 500 freestyle with a time of 5:55.80 and was 12th in the 100 breaststroke. Harrigal was 15th in the 50 free with a time of 24.86. Both teams finished 15th overall.

he said. “They’re gritty. That’s what it comes down to at the end of the day. It’s about the hard work. Throughout the season, ups and downs, the belief never left and we continued to work every day. For them to be rewarded for that, it gets me excited, because they saw the end result and it was the result they wanted. If they didn’t want it, if they didn’t work as hard as they could to get there, it honestly wouldn’t have been achieved. It was so close at the end. St. Christopher’s is a great

program and they’ve been chasing us for a while. It was just a good battle.” One big aspect of the Cadets win wasn’t all about the five wrestlers who won the state championships, but the wrestlers who, as Hall described, wrestled “above their seed.” “My 170-pounder, Alex Choate, was a sixth seed and won by double overtime in the quarterfinals and then won the semifinals and finished state runner-up,” he said. “My 195 pounder, a first year wrestler, was a

BASKETBALL The Bulldogs girls and boys basketball teams had representatives on the Quad Rivers All-Conference 34 team. File photos by John Beebe Lanaysia Gonzalez and Jack Goochland’s Brian Herrera (top) finished fourth in the state, while Aishlinn Hyman Twombly were first team honorees.. (bottom) placed sixth with the 200 freestyle relay team.

five seed and ended up taking third for us. Both of those guys stepped up for us was huge and important for us to get it done.” While the VISAA high school season is over, the Cadets have one more match on their schedule for the year. Benedictine will head on Feb. 24-25 to the 82nd National Prep Wrestling Championships at Lehigh University in Pennsylvania. The tournament hosts the top private school wrestling programs in the nation and has been a hurdle for the

Cadets in previous years. However, last year, the team broke new ground and finished 12th, the highest they’d ever finished. “We’re refocused,” Hall said. “We have big goals, we want to be Top-10. We had two big goals this year, to be state champs again but also to do something at Prep Nationals. I think we’re very capable of being Top-10. It’s hard to do, but we’re taking at least 12 of our guys who qualified, possibly 13 out of 13. We really want to be Top-10.”

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