The Goochland Gazette – 12/05/2019 by Goochland Gazette

INSIDE Christmas Mother among those making a difference in their community > page 6 Volume 64, Number 47 • December 5, 2019

Goochland native’s new venture aimed at helping clients thrive. See page 3

GHS student honored for video project

New rules on signage set to take effect soon

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On to the Academy Awards? A budding young local filmmaker was recently awarded one of the top prizes in a state-wide student video contest. Goochland High School student Caden Peck learned this month that his submission to the Virginia School Boards Association’s (VSBA) eighth annual student video contest had earned him

Changes were needed after Supreme Court ruling rendered local policy unconstitutional

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By Roslyn Ryan Editor

Fife holding Santa Breakfast

When it comes to the many signs seen around Goochland County, changes are coming in January as the county ushers in its newly revised zoning ordinance regulations. Thanks in part to a 2015 United States Supreme Court ruling that deemed localities could not regulate signage based on the type of information conveyed, communities across the country have been working to rewrite their own local ordinances governing signs. As Goochland’s Director of Community Development Jo Ann Hunter explained to

Goochland’s Fife Fire Rescue Auxiliary (Co. 4 Firehouse), located at 2397 Hadensville Fife Road, will be hosting its annual free Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Dec. 7. This cherished annual event will offer the chance to visit with friends and neighbors and enjoy breakfast — and, of course, children will have the chance to visit with Santa and receive a treat. For more information on this and a number of other Christmas events, see the Gazette’s Holiday Happenings on page 8.

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’Dogs do it again

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Above, Bulldogs’ quarterback CJ Towles makes a spectacular run as Goochland defeats James Monroe 20-7 to claim the Class 3 Region B championship. The Bulldogs travel this week to face Hopewell in the state semifinals. For more on the win—and what’s next—see page 10.

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Pets of the week After a two-year effort, Goochland’s code ‘facelift’ done By Roslyn Ryan Editor

Thanks to an intensive, two-year effort on the part of the county’s Community Development office, Goochland residents looking to find key information in the county’s Zoning Ordinance will likely have a much easier time starting this January. On Nov. 6, county supervisors unanimously agreed to adopt an overhauled version of the county’s Zoning Ordinance, officially ushering in what Director of Community Development Jo Ann Hunter explained is a more clear, user-friendly, and easier to navigate version of the document that had been in use for the past 50 years. Simply put, Hunter explained, the goal of the project was to “modernize, simplify and clarify” all areas of the code, as well as to correct long-standing errors. But while it was obvious to many why the document needed to be reworked, actually getting to the finish line of the project proved to be a complicated and lengthy process. All told, Hunter said, she and her team participated in over 20 Planning Commission work sessions focused on the rewrite, and held three citizens meetings to gather feedback from the public. That was in addition to many hours spent discussing the project among themselves in the Planning Department, Hunter said, describing meetings during which she and her staff vigorously debated how best to clarify certain sections and what would improve

usability. The final product, she explained, includes vastly improved charts and graphics, new definitions to help improve clarity, and streamlined sections that have been arranged in a way that makes far more sense than the previous document’s haphazardly placed information and often confusing terminology. Several rarely-used zoning classifications were also removed, including those for Forrestal Conservation Districts and Planned Office Parks. Finally, in addition to fewer headaches for residents who regularly consult the code, there was a financial upside to the many hours Hunter and her team put in: According to Goochland County Administrator John Budesky, the county saved around a half a million dollars by not paying an outside firm to take on the project. In concluding her presentation, Hunter thanked Environmental Planner Leigh Dunn for her help on the rewrite, describing Dunn as her “right hand woman.” Also key to getting the project completed were Deputy County Administrator for Utilities and Community Development Todd Kilduff, County Attorney Tara McGee, paralegal Cristina Neale, Assistant Director of Community Development Debbie Byrd, Principal Planner Tom Coleman, Zoning Administrator Anita Barnes, Deputy Zoning Administrator David Lloyd and Building Official Gary Fisher.

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The Goochland County Animal Shelter has temporarily relocated to the County’s Central High School Cultural and Educational Complex located at 2748 Dogtown Road, in Goochland. The temporary Animal Shelter will operate at the rear of the Central High School Complex until the new shelter is completed. Citizens can continue to contact the Animal Shelter by calling (804) 556-5302. The shelter currently has the following pets available to a good home: Top row, a male brown Tabby kitten, about 9-10 weeks old; a female white/tan kitten, about 9-10 weeks old; and a black male kitten, about 9-10 weeks old. Bottom row, Small male beagle, about 4-6 years old; a small male, beagle, also about 4-6 years old; and a male black kitten, about 16 weeks old. Please note: All cat and kitten adoption fees are $25 from now until Dec. 30. The Goochland Animal Shelter is open 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) 556-5302. You also can visit the shelter on Facebook at “Goochland County Animal Control.”

Signs continued from >1 supervisors recently, Goochland used the recent overhaul of the county’s 50-year-old Zoning Ordinance as an opportunity to also rework the county’s signage policies. Because the court ruling essentially rendered all sign ordinances referring to content-based signs unconstitutional, Hunter said, the county’s new code does not feature any use of that term. The revision also reworked the rules on sign construction and added definitions for everything from “feather sign” to “flashing sign.” And while content may be off the table, the county can still regulate with regard to location, size and other factors. Signs now expressly prohibited include those that move, and those that emit smoke, scent or sound. Carried signs are prohibited, as are signs that are considered “off premise,” meaning . Temporary signs, although they do not require a permit, cannot exceed 32 total square feet and must be no higher than 10

feet. Businesses may only display a temporary sign for 180 days in any one-year period. As one might expect, the signs most tightly regulated are the electronic message boards, those flashing signs often seen outside of banks and occasionally schools. According to county rules, those signs may be used only in agricultural, commercial and industrial areas, provided the sign owner receives a Conditional Use Permit from the county. Building and electrical inspections are required, and the signs must be located in an area where they will not compete with traffic signals. When it comes to the message displayed, the signs must not change more than once a minute, or display a different message on each side. They cannot shine toward any dwelling, and must feature an automatic dimmer that kicks in between 11 p.m. and sunrise (unless the business is operating during those hours). While the changes are not expected to impact signs already in use, any new signs will be expected to adhere to the new regulations.

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McLaughlin: Goal is to help people overcome, thrive By Roslyn Ryan Editor

A former Goochland County resident has begun a new business venture, hoping to use her own past challenges to help others live happier, healthier lives. Jasmine McLaughlin recently founded Empowered to Thrive Counseling and Wellness LLC, a therapy practice focused on mindfulness-based, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused therapies. McLaughlin held an open house last weekend, and is currently accepting new patients. When it comes to the spark that led her to leave her fulltime job as a behavioral health care coordinator at Anthem, Inc and step out on her own, McLaughlin said she felt the timing was right. Having seen firsthand as a teen the kind of positive impact therapy could have, McLaughlin says she knew early on that it was a path she wanted to follow.

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“I know it sounds cliché, but I love helping people,” she said. And I knew I wanted to help people to realize that they could overcome the challenges that they face in their lives. After graduating from the Maggie Walker Governor’s School in 2008, McLaughlin went on to earn a degree in Sociology from the College of William and Mary in 2012, and a Masters in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2015. Now fully licensed, McLaughlin said she wants to spread the message that therapy can be useful for anyone, regardless of the kind of challenges they face in their lives. “You don’t have to have something ‘wrong’ with you,” McLaughlin said, explaining that there are a number of misconceptions and myths she and others in her profession work to dispel. “People go to therapy for all kinds of reasons.” McLaughlin’s new office, located at 221 Ruthers Rd. in Chesterfield, offers individual therapy sessions, as well as wellness consulting. For Contributed photo more information, visit the com- Jasmine McLaughlin recently opened her own pany’s website at www.empow- therapy practice, Empowered to Thrive Counseling eredtothriverva.com. and Wellness LLC, in Chesterfield.

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Lot 2, Block D, Section 3, Meadows at Manakin; Brian John Rafalowski to Style Craft HOomes Inc. of Virginia, $365,000. Lot 4, Block B, County Line Estates; C. Susan Dwyer, trustee to Ralph Conway, $420,000. Lots 1, 12, 38, 42 and 44, Section 1, Readers Branch;

Readers Branch Partners LLC to Eagle Construction of Virginia LLC, $625,000. Parcel; 2187 Ashland Road LLC to Allan Myers Va. Inc., $1,300,000. Parcel, Section B, Rockville Commerce Center Industrial Park; Rockville Commerce Center LLC to Melbourne Enterprises LLC, $150,000.

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Obituaries MARY N. HAYDON Mary Nuckols Haydon, 92, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2019, in Richmond, Va. She was born in Goochland, Va., on September 8, 1927. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvah Edison Haydon Jr.; her son, Stephen Nuckols Haydon; and her parents, HAYDON Diana Berger Nuckols and Stuart Mays Nuckols. She is survived by her son, Michael Edison Haydon, his wife,

Robbin Reinhardt Haydon and their children, Thomas Michael Haydon and Lindsay Elizabeth Haydon. Mary was a graduate of Mary Washington College and worked for many years as an administrative assistant for Virginia State Senators when the General Assembly was in session. She was a board member of the AAA regional board, a member of the Tuckahoe Woman’s Club, Country Club of Virginia, Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club and River Road Church, Baptist. A farm girl at heart, Mary traded in her saddle for a fishing pole and enjoyed her summers at her Irvington home and fishing

loved ones, on the Rappahannock River aboard human and feline, the “Queen Mary” with Cap’n Eddie. on November Mary’s kindness, generosity and loy22, 2019. Elise alty will live on through her family as Noel was born they strive to be a little more like her. and raised in A memorial service will be held on Rockville and Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. at River Road Church, graduated from Baptist, followed by a reception in Madison College the fellowship hall. In lieu of flowNOEL (JMU). Her ers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research career with Virginia Cooperative Extension as an Extension Agent and Hospital. 4-H Leader took her to Albemarle, ELISE V. NOEL King and Queen, Nottoway and Elise Virginia Noel, 91, was wel- Goochland counties. She was active comed in Heaven by her Lord and in her communities and traveled Savior, parents, brothers and other extensively with many friends. After

her retirement, she was a resident of Lakewood in Henrico for 24 years, where she enjoyed an active life until her final illness. Her nieces, Elsie N. (Terry) Towler of Dillwyn and Jane N. (Millard A.) Rice of Phenix and their families survive and will miss her quirky sense of humor. In lieu of flowers, her family requests consideration of a donation to one of the churches where Miss Noel was an active member: Berea Baptist in Rockville or Cambridge Baptist in Henrico. A memorial service was held at Berea Baptist Church in Rockville, Va., on Wednesday, Nov. 27, at 11 a.m. Family received friends following the service.

Community Calendar Preschool, 10:45 a.m.; Mother Friday, Dec. 6 Goose, 11:30 a.m. Call (804) Storytimes at the The Rotary Club of Goochland Branch Library 556-4774 or visit the library at Goochland will welcome are as follows: Toddler,10 a.m.; 3075 River Road West for more guest speaker A. Lynn Ivey, III, information. Principal, Homekeepers, who will be speaking on “25 Ways Kitchens/Baths to Make Your House Safer and Patios/Decks More Convenient.” The meetNew Construction ing starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Doors/Windows Richmond Country Club and Sidewalks/Pavers all are welcome. Thursday, Dec. 5

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Goochland County Parks and Rec will kick off December with the county’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting, featuring s’mores, crafts, hot chocolate and more. For a special treat, Santa will ride in at 7 p.m., and children can sign up to take a picture with him. The Tree Lighting will take place at NAPA Field, and is a free event. For more information, contact Parks and Recreation at (804) 556-5854.

The Fife Fire Rescue Auxiliary (Co. 4 Firehouse), located at 2397 Hadensville Fife Road in Goochland, invites all to attend the annual free Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. This event will offer a good time to visit with friends and neighbors and enjoy breakfast, and children can visit Santa and receive a treat. All are encouraged to bring a camera to take photos. For more information, call Venna Brown at (804) 457Family Storytimes at the 4238. Cochrane Rockville Branch Library are held at 10:30 a.m. Local author Lynn Raven Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the will be signing her book, “The library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Reluctant Farmer of Whimsey Hill,” from 2 to 4 p.m. at River Road for more information. Road Cottage (2905 River Road The Cochrane Rockville West). Her family ‘farmoir’ is a Branch Library will host First first-hand account about start-

ing a farm in rural Virginia. When returning from their honeymoon, her father faced a barn full of quirky rescue animals and how they turned him from a young, love-struck engineer from the city into a better human. For more information, call (804) 556-0783.

ago with highly accomplished players including the principal trumpet in the Richmond philharmonic orchestra. The group has over 175 years of combined experience and has played at the National Cathedral and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. All are welcome to celebrate with The Cochrane Rockville the congregation. Branch Library will host Outbreak: Microbes! from 11 Grace Episcopal Church a.m. – noon. This program will will be hosting a Lessons and explore the world of microbes, Carols Service at 7 p.m., and including what they do, what all are welcome. A reception they are, and how they work. of Holiday Cookies & Hot Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the Chocolate will follow in the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Parish Hall. Grace Episcopal Road for more information. Church is located at 2955 River Road West in the heart of Goochland Courthouse. Sunday, Dec. 8 For more information about Byrd Presbyterian Church Grace Episcopal Church, please invites all to attend the Lessons visit our website at www.graceand Carols Worship service at churchgoochland.org. 11 a.m. at the church. Byrd is located at 2229 Dogtown Monday, Dec. 9 Rd. in Goochland. During the service, the story of the birth The Cochrane Rockville of Christ will be shared from Branch Library will be hostScripture, carols and choir ing a Cookie Exchange from music, and complemented 1 - 2 p.m., offering the chance with music by the renowned to try new recipes and share Commonwealth Brass Quintet, your favorites, just in time for a Midlothian-based group see Calendar > 14 that was established 15 years

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Field Day of the Past’s popular annual holiday festivities include tours, Santa ‘Celebration of the Season’ will be held Dec. 14 Contributed report

Field Day of the Past will celebrate the holiday traditions of giving and sharing on Dec. 14, as it once again lights up the show grounds on Ashland Road in Centerville. Each year, volunteers deck the halls and many of the permanent structures on the grounds in glittering, glimmering holiday attire. Icicles drip from the Short Pump Garage and Short Pump Grocery, a huge star beams from the fire tower. The gold mining equipment, the sorghum building, the smoke house and other buildings twinkle and shine. Springfield

Baptist Church stands in a soft glow, a lit tree hangs from one of the water towers and candles blossom in the windows of the Pullman car. “A Celebration of the Season” invites visitors to join in a family fun time celebrating the holidays. Inside the Educational Building, a huge tree awaits some helping hands to decorate it. Visitors are invited to the tour the grounds on the tram. A bonfire lights up the night, adding a sparkle to the surroundings, and youngsters are invited to enjoy the warmth and roast marshmallows over the fire. In addition to the Educational Building, the Short Pump Grocery is open to visitors, as is the Short Pump Garage, the log cabin, and Springfield Baptist

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Church. Avis and Dr. Jim Lavender will be greeting visitors in the church, where Avis will be at the piano playing holiday favorites. Stop in for some caroling! Inside the Educational Building, hot dogs, drinks — both hot and cold — and chips can also be purchased, with proceeds from the sale benefiting Goochland Relay for Life. It has also been reported that Santa will be appearing during the evening. Kids (of all ages) will be able to visit with Santa, and afterwards visit the Field Day of the Past Post Office and put their wishes in writing. Letters will be mailed to the Jolly Ole Elf, St. Nick, and Santa has been known to reply to all who write to him from Field Day. Admission to the event

is canned goods for the Goochland Food Pantry. Last year visitors brought in 190 pounds of food stuffs, and this year’s goal is to top this — so please support them with your donations. “A Celebration of the Season” will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Field Day of the Past showgrounds, located at 1741 Ashland Road in Goochland. Take I-64, exit #173 (Rockville-Manakin), go approximately 1/8 of a mile and enter the grounds through the Wise Choice Convenience Center on the corner of Rts. 623 (Ashland Rd.) and 622 (Three Chopt Rd.). For more information, call (804) 908-1412 or visit the Field Day website at www. fielddayofhtepast.net. Also, keep up to date on Facebook.

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Scouts help fight hunger in Goochland Thanks to an annual effort titled “Scouting for Food,” this group of dedicated young scouts from local Pack 710 recently collected 1002 pounds of food for GoochlandCares — enough to provide 795 meals to families in the Goochland community.

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Goochland Christmas Mother Robin Hillman had many helpers to fill up Mae Higg’s county school bus with food donated by students and their families to support the organization’s food drive this year. The bus travelled to all five schools to pick up the collections, and the volunteer students loaded, unloaded, sorted and boxed. The many hands making light work included Dakota Higgs, Elijah Higgs, Robin Hillman, NyJavion Timberlake, Mae Higgs, Quincy Snead, Khalil Holman and Eli Bowman. Contributed photo

Can one person truly make a difference? By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist

It all seems so overwhelming at times, and, in a society filled with challenges, the idea of one person making a difference appears, at best,

remote. And, at this time of the year, the needs of less fortunate people become more visible, and a joyous season reminds all of the plight of many of our fellow Americans. Giving has become part of our holiday tradition, and many groups

highlight efforts to assist the underprivileged and provide cheer during a season that would otherwise be joyless. The efforts come in all shapes and sizes, just like the people they serve. There are coat and shoe drives,

blanket collections, gifts for children donation programs and food collection, just to name a few. For decades, Christmas Mother programs though out the region see Difference > 7

For iconic toy, newest accessory may raise eyebrows loving and supportive partner, a great career (over 200 of them, actually), and the world’s most enviable All Barbie wants for Christmas closet. this year, apparently, is nothing. And now, it seems, she has added The iconic doll, created by Ruth the ultimate one percent accessory: Handler in 1959, already has a a private jet. By Roslyn Ryan Editor

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Yep, that’s right. In addition to the host of other whirring, buzzing, blinking toys that will jostle for the top spot on every kid’s list this year, one of the hottest items is reportedly a perfectly pink plane reserved solely for the world’s most beloved

diva doll. Cue the grumbling? Possibly. While I haven’t expressly heard anyone decry Barbie’s new wings, it isn’t hard in this day and age to imagine see Barbie > 7

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Letters to the Editor Goochlanders again showed what it means to take voting seriously Dear Editor, Official returns from November 5th’s election show Goochland’s turnout was 59.1 percent of active voters, 14.5 percent higher than the 44.6 percent statewide average, and two points better than the county’s lead a year ago. Once again Goochland leads the Commonwealth in voter turnout. Every single precinct exceeded 50percent turnout; Three Square led the county with 59.6 percent. We are thankful that voters throughout the county were able to exercise their franchise without any serious difficulties or impediments. We are grateful for the goodwill of voters across the county who often stood in line patiently for more than 20 minutes to cast their ballots. Please remember your neighbors whose civic responsibility made this possible. Their performance embodies the five ‘Rs’ of their training: Responsible • Resilient • Resourceful • Respectful • Resolute. At Fife, please thank Chief Robbin Bryce, Asst. Chief Sara Reed, Venna Brown, Shirley Foutz, Ron Jenkins, Mara Hilliar, and Deb and Ginny Loving. At Hadensville, please thank Chief Shirley Christian, Assistant Chief Shannon Grayson, Deloris Shelton, Willie Dickerson, Colleen Bishop and Darryl Payne. At Three Square, please thank Chief Larry Finnegan, Asst. Chief Lois Salmon, Debra Ware, Shawn Bruce, Sonja Johns and Bonnie Field. At Sandy Hook, please thank Chief Shauna Sprouse, Haywood Pace, Diane Lively, Penny Athey, Thelma Hughes, Sarah Powers, Shirley Lewis, Susan Dambrauskas-Hodges, and Diana see Letters > page 7

Letters continued from >6 Nixon. At Goochland Court House Precinct One, please thank Chief Yvette Thomas, Asst. Chief Susan Brooking, Geraldine Woodson, Kris Hutchinson, Robert Walker and Patricia Carrier. At Goochland Court House Precinct Two, please thank Chief Patti Rosner, Asst. Chief Fred Dunevant, Cyndi Young, Patricia Hutchinson, Virgil Kopf and Jamie Royer. At Shallow Well, please thank Chief Cindi Alvis, Asst. Chief Caleb Fisher, Don Darr, Elizabeth Martin, Wanda

Difference continued from >6 have provided countless smiles and hope for families who could not afford those extra gifts for their children, or that turkey in the oven. Their efforts are in full speed mode as Christmas approaches, and giving to one of these programs means your help will stay in the community and help folks who are your neighbors. These group efforts are a sure sign that goodness and compassion still are important to a society that sometimes moves too fast to notice the ones who are being left behind. But, what about that one person and what difference can they can make?

Barbie continued from >6 the umbrage some might take. A few might point out that, having been a scientist, Barbie would be expected to pay a bit more attention to her carbon footprint, and the environmental impact of fly-

Green, Ginger Lowery, Bev Thurston, and Billy Mullins. At Centerville, please thank Chief Patricia Bolling, Asst. Chief Julia Norris, Patricia Hendy, Pat Fleming, Frances Mitchell, Trakita Brooks, Rogelia Stark, and Marc Vallario. At Manakin, please thank Chief Andy Williams, Asst. Chief Marie Austin-Johnson, Ursel Huber, Jeff Keil, Yvette Fleming, Charlotte Whitmire, Paul Miller and Leigh Paulin. At Blair Road, please thank Chief Sue Weeks, Asst. Chief Jennifer Palmore, Bob Gilliam, Fred Roensch, Valerie Ayers, Maggie Antoine, Connie Snead, Kitty Williams

OPINION: Editorial, Letters to the Editor and Daniel Thompson. At the Central Absentee Precinct, please thank Chief Barbara Shelton, Asst. Chief Sam Bailey, and Bob Swinson. In the Goochland County administration we had unstinting help from dedicated staff in the IT department and the Department of Buildings and Grounds who prepared the polling places for voters. Throughout the year the Board of Supervisors and County Administrator have provided the financial and material support essential to an efficient operation. They all deserve our thanks. The Goochland Sheriff ’s Department and State Police

Troopers provided unobtrusive but dependable and reassuring security through the day for which we were extremely grateful. At the very hub of the operation, please thank Director of Elections/General Registrar Ryan Mulligan and Assistant Registrar Kendall Hutchinson who created a formidable team that worked seamlessly and tirelessly to ensure Goochland voters could exercise their democratic franchise. And speaking of “Resolute”… Special recognition must go to Sandy Hook Precinct’s Assistant Chief Karen Gentry whose

I have been fortunate to witness the efforts of one of these heroes who spends countless hours, money and effort helping less fortunate individuals. He’s an old friend and colleague who now has dedicated his life to assisting homeless and underprivileged people in his neighborhood. You can regularly catch him at the local McDonald’s purchasing breakfast and hot beverages for people residing on the street. He visits lines of people waiting for shelters to open and hands out clothing items or toiletries. His efforts have become well-known to those who know him and his goodness. His efforts are pure and from the heart, and he seeks no attention of recognition for

his efforts. Knowing this man’s history, a long and frustrating struggle with drugs, I understand his insight and willingness to delve into a problem that, to most of us, seems overwhelming and unsolvable. After dedicating his life to his faith, he was freed from his bonds of addiction and made a commitment to help those who need a hand-up. He knows first-hand that one act of kindness can transform a life, and it’s never too late to change a life for the better. His work is not as glitzy as a mall Christmas tree or as visible as a bell ringer, but the rewards of his tenacity and dedication yield no less important results. I write this story without

naming this individual for several reasons. Primarily, it’s his message and work that are important, not his name. And, secondly, I know he doesn’t seek publicity or public validation of his efforts. His small network of friends contribute clothes and food to ensure the work reaches more and more people, and he continues to spend his hours before and after work, doing what he considers the Lord’s work, visiting with and contributing to his fellow humans with acts of kindness and generosity. It’s a message that is especially poignant at this time of the year, but, as displayed by his efforts, is important 365 days a year. So, that’s what one person can do.

ing just her and her dog to a ski holiday in Gstaad or a girl’s weekend in Sonoma. It’s not as though the crafters of the Barbie universe had exhausted all transportation options: I have yet to see her tooling around in an electric car, or availing herself of a city bus.

Of course, even when Barbie is a touch tone deaf, she still remains one of the most cherished holiday toys of all time. By this point, at least three generations of girls have gone to bed on Christmas Eve with visions of the iconic fashion plate dancing in their heads.

So maybe Barbie isn’t as woke as she might be, and the optics on her latest acquisition are not great. Having weathered controversy before, she’ll likely just keep on keeping on, flashing that permanent megawatt smile that never fades. Not a bad model to follow.

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www.goochlandgazette.com sense of duty and devotion to the democratic process set a higher standard for every single election officer across the Commonwealth. Despite a severe fall on her way to the polls she insisted on attending, helping prepare her precinct, ensuring it opened on time. Only then did she agree to seek medical attention and was treated for multiple fractures and contusions, requiring surgery and hospitalization. In Goochland, we have every reason to give thanks. Keith Flannagan, Chair Wanda Taylor, Vice Chair Robin Lind, Secretary

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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS Friday, Dec. 6 Goochland County Parks and Rec will kick off December with the county’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting, featuring s’mores, crafts, hot chocolate and more. For a special treat, Santa will ride in at 7 p.m., and children can sign up to take a picture with him. The Tree Lighting will take place at NAPA Field, and is a free event. For more information, contact Parks and Recreation at (804) 556-5854.

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Sunday, Dec. 8 Byrd Presbyterian Church invites all to attend the Lessons and Carols Worship service at 11 a.m. at the church. Byrd is located at 2229 Dogtown Rd. in Goochland. During the service,

the story of the birth of Christ will be shared from Scripture, carols and choir music, and complemented with music by the renowned Commonwealth Brass Quintet, a Midlothian- based group that was established 15 years ago with highly accomplished players including the principal trumpet in the Richmond philharmonic orchestra. The group has over 175 years of combined experience and has played at the National Cathedral and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. All are welcome to celebrate with the congregation. Grace Episcopal Church will be hosting a Lessons and Carols Service at 7 p.m., and all are welcome. A reception of Holiday Cookies & Hot Chocolate will follow in the Parish Hall. Grace Episcopal Church is located at 2955 River Road West in the heart of Goochland Courthouse. For more information about Grace Episcopal Church, please visit our website at www.gracechurchgoochland.org.

Express.” Food and drink will be available for purchase along with sweet treats at the Hot Chocolate and S’mores Station. All ages are welcome at this free event, and anyone who would like to attend is asked to register by Friday, Dec. 6. For more information, contact Parks and Recreation at (804) 556-5854.

Saturday, Dec. 14 The Hadensville Fire Station will be hosting Breakfast with Santa from 8 -10:30 a.m., offering the chance for area children to enjoy breakfast with Old Saint Nick himself. Canned food will be collected for the GoochlandCares food pantry during this event, and donations are appreciated.

Hebron Presbyterian Church, located at 1040 Shallow Well Rd, Manakin-Sabot, will be hosting Friday, Dec. 13 Goochland County Parks and Rec will a free Breakfast With Santa from host Holiday Family Fun Night at the 8:30-10:30 a.m. Activities include Central High Cultural and Educational breakfast, a Christmas craft, writing Complex, featuring the film “The Polar see Happenings > 9

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Saturday, Dec. 14 Field Day of the Past’s “A Celebration of the Season” will take place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the Field Day showgrounds, 1471 Ashland Rd., Rockville, VA. Admission is nonperishable items or monetary donations to the Goochland Food Pantry. For more details, call (804) 908-1412 or visit the organization’s website at www.fielddayofthepast.net.

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4596 Factory Mill Road in Maidens, cordially invites the public to help usher in the Christmas spirit. Service will begin with Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. that will include a dramatic presentation of the play, The Birthday Party, and poetry readings and recitations. The day will end with a special musical concert featuring spiritual songs of the season by the St. Mark Combined Choir at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 24 Bethel United Methodist Church, located in Oilville, will host a Christmas Eve Service of Candlelight at 5 p.m., and Holy Communion will be commemorated. The service will include the reading of the Christmas story from the New Testament book, Luke, and the lighting candles of each person during the singing of “Silent Night.” Bethel Church is located at 1981 Cardwell Road, Oilville. For more information, visit the church’s website at www.betheloil.org.

Bethel United Methodist Church, located in Oilville, will present a Christmas cantata, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” at 11 a.m. “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” is a classic celebration of the heartfelt stories and familiar songs of the Christmas season. Bethel Church is Beulah Baptist Church, located in Kents located at 1981 Cardwell Road, Oilville. For Store (1633 Kents Store Way) invites all to more information, visit the church’s website at join them for their annual Christmas Eve www.betheloil.org. Candlelight Service at 7 p.m. For more information, call (434) 589-2245.

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Goochland Community Theatre will Tuesday, Dec. 24 present “A Good, Old Fashioned, Redneck The St. Mark Baptist Church, located at Country Christmas,” a play by Kris Bauske, 4596 Factory Mill Road in Maidens, cordially directed by Jennifer Layton, at 7 p.m. in The invites the public to attend a Christmas Eve Eagle Theater at Central High Cultural and Educational Complex (2748 Dogtown Road service at 7 p.m. in Goochland). Tickets may be purchased at Tuesday, Dec. 31 the door or online at gvatheatre.org. General Admission is $15, and $10 for Seniors. The St. Mark Baptist Church, located at 4596 Factory Mill Road in Maidens, cordially Sunday, Dec. 22 invites the public to welcome the new year at The St. Mark Baptist Church, located at the Watch Night Service on at 10:30 p.m.

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Annual Jingle Bell Bazaar set for Dec. 10 Contributed report

On Tuesday, Dec. 10, GoochlandCares will once again welcome shoppers to its annual Jingle Bell Bazaar, offering a chance to finish your Christmas Shopping while helping your Goochland neighbors The popular event, presented by the Richmond Country Club, will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Over 40 exhibitors, including Linda’s Wreaths, Dementi Studios, Stella and Dot, Cutco, Claville Fashion Truck, Rivah Breeze, Creative Ahoy, Style Delivered,

and Boo Bug Jewelry, will feature one-of-a-kind items, including clothing, jewelry, artwork, food, toys, glasswork, home decor, themed gifts, and more. Happy Hour Shopping, featuring hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, will take place from 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Offering a truly unique selection, the Jingle Bell Bazaar is “the perfect place to shop for the hard-to-please folks on your list,” says Margaret Nuckols, event co-chair. In addition to free admission, plentiful free parking is also available on site. The alwayspopular Holiday Luncheon

and Fashion Show will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. The cost to attend one of the shows is $25 per person, and reservations are required. Tickets are available at www.bit.ly/JBBLuncheon2019 or by calling (804) 5560708. Proceeds from the Jingle Bell Bazaar benefit GoochlandCares, a private, 501(c)(3), non-profit organization that provides health care and basic human services to Goochland area residents in need. Visit us at www. GoochlandCares.org for more information.

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Goochland wins Region 3B championship By Jim Ridolphi Special Correspondent

s teams move up in postseason play, the importance of eliminating mistakes and keeping turnovers to a minimum becomes more telling with each game. James Monroe learned that lesson the hard way as it dropped a 20-7 decision to Goochland in the Class 3, Region B championship game. Goochland had seven takeaways, and the Yellow Jackets’ lack of ball control prevented them from establishing any rhythm against a Bulldog defense that resembled a heatseeking missile. “The defense was everywhere and really made their quarterbacks feel our presence, which forced mistake after mistake,” coach Alex Fruth said after the win, adding: “Those seven turnovers were unbelievable! Many of those were forced, which was nice to see the things we practice show up on the field.” As the playoffs continue, Fruth said the team’s ballhawk ability is a recipe for success. “Football is all about the ball, which is totally a cliche, but if you can protect it, they can’t score,” Fruth said. “If you can take it away, they can’t score. We have to do better protecting it, but man did we get after them and make good things happen for us on defense.” Quarterback CJ Towles complemented that stellar defensive performance by running an efficient offense that challenged a stout Yellow Jacket defense. The sophomore completed 10 of 13 passes for 145 yards and two touchdowns. The Bulldogs set the tone

third time in the last four years. But, the work isn’t over, and Fruth knows the next assignment gets even harder as the team travels to Hopewell this week. “This is going to be a big task,” Fruth said. “New environment, new opponent and a new opportunity. That is the entire reason we scheduled Lafayette and picked up the Blue Ridge game, in order to have an idea of what it takes to do what we will be doing this weekend traveling to Hopewell.” The Blue Devils sit atop what many consider the toughest region in Class 3. “That Region A is as tough a region as it gets in the state, regardless of classification,” Fruth said. “But it’s going to be a great opportunity to go compete against one of the best Jim Ridolphi/Goochland Gazette teams in the State of Virginia.” Fruth is seeing more than The Goochland Bulldogs celebrate as the Class 3, Region B champions after defeating James Monroe 20-7. victories on the field as his with a game-opening seventeam prepares each week for a minute drive capped by a new challenge. touchdown pass from Towles “One of the biggest aspects to NyJavion Timberlake for a of high school football is the 6-0 lead. fact that you have to keep Later in the opening building and improving each quarter, Towles found Devin week,” he said. “We’ve been McCray with a 12-yard strike able to say that we really have to give Goochland a 13-0 lead. done a good job in this area.” He cautions there’s still Following a Timberlake room to progress. interception, Conner “Now, that’s not saying we Popielarz split the defenare a finished project, but that sive line and rumbled for a we keep striving to really put 41 scoring run. The Bulldogs a product out there that will went up 20-0 at the half. compete,” he said, “and strive Even with the 20-0 score, to improve each day and each the Yellow Jackets remained play.” dangerous with offensive It all comes back to a simple potential, but the Goochland message, repeated many times. defense wouldn’t budge. “Goes back to our year The visitors posted their theme of doesn’t matter, get only score of the day late in better,” Fruth said. “We can’t the game when Tahj Smith settle on the idea that we are Jim Ridolphi/Goochland Gazette scored from one yard out. winning, but rather focus After the regulation clock Conner Popielarz (10) breaks free for a run while Devin McCray (7) attempts to block for him. on what we can do to keep reached zero, the Bulldogs 3B trophy, an accomplish- team made its first entry in Goochland also advanced to improving.” So far, so good. hoisted their first Region ment many doubted as the Class 3 play this postseason. the state semifinals for the

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Goochland wrestlers impress in scrimmage By Nick Vandeloecht Sports Editor

pins, and Nadder was pleased with their new wrestlers who were not afraid to get out there and mix it up. “It was their first time at any type of competition like that and I thought they performed really well,” Nadder said. At 126 pounds, Blake Smith dominated several of his opponents. Nadder said he’s “expecting good things from him this year.” One of Goochland’s veterans, Max Moreno, has been nursing a bad ankle, but Nadder noted how he was still able to get out there and wrestle, and also how his ankle did not seem to bother him. “Overall it was a successful night. Freeman High School brought almost 50 kids so we … knew there would be quite a few wrestlers if you figure in all of the other schools. We were pleased to have Godwin, Henrico and Dinwiddie high schools attend as well,” Nadder said. “Those coaches are my friends and it’s fun to compete against them. At the end of the night we’re all there for the same purpose, which is to expose more people to wrestling.”

GOOCHLAND – Wrestlers from five different schools went head-to-head on the mats rolled-out across Goochland High School’s gym floor in a preseason scrimmage hosted by the Bulldogs. Goochland head coach Mike Nadder, who was running the Nov. 26 scrimmage, thought the night went really well, and his coaching staff could say the same about how several of their Bulldogs wrestled. Nadder said Jon Daly at 170 pounds had a really good night; he was able to watch some of his match with a Henrico wrestler who was much bigger and very athletic, and he noted that Daly wrestled him really tough and had him in trouble a couple of times; his opponent took him down to the mat for a couple of hard impacts, but Daly wrestled through the big blows. “He is a joy to coach,” Nadder said of Daly. “He constantly works hard and is always trying to improve … I’m expecting big things from him this year. His Nick Vandeloecht/Goochland Gazette weight class is very tough, but I think he will be just Goochland’s Abdul Socarras, left, competing in the 160 weight class, wrestles an opponent in a multifine. Grant Heidel also had a good night with several team scrimmage.

GUSA teams take part in MegaBlast tournament Contributed Report

Four Goochland United Soccer Association (GUSA) soccer teams participated in the 24th Annual MegaBlast soccer tournament hosted by the Richmond Kickers the weekend of Nov. 16-17. The U8 Thunderdogs and the U12 Cosmic both lost their first games of the tournament but then battled back to qualify for their respective brackets’ championship games on Sunday afternoon. Despite their best efforts, both teams fell just short of capturing their respective age groups championships and settled for second place finishes. GUSA was well represented in the U10 division with the U10 Wolverines and

At this level, the players really start to understand what it means to play together as a team and they find success when they learn to do their part and trust their teammates to do theirs. — Coach Ryan Boggs

the U10 Jets having just one loss between the teams on tournament weekend. The weekend was highlighted by the Jets winning the U10 tournament championship. After starting the season slow, the Jets reeled off four straight regular season wins and took that positive energy into the tournament where they won all four Contributed Photo of their games including a come Goochland United Soccer Asfrom-behind-win in Game 2, sociation’s Jets won the U10 where the Jets needed three sectournament championship in the 24th Annual MegaBlast soc- ond-half goals in a 3-2 win, and a thrilling championship game cer tournament hosted by the where the Jets prevailed 4-3. Richmond Kickers.

Coach Ryan Boggs attributed the team’s dramatic turnaround and championship run to the resiliency of the players and their commitment to playing as a team, saying: “At this level the players really start to understand what it means to play together as a team and they find success when they learn to do their part and trust their teammates to do theirs.” GUSA is the recreational soccer organization serving Goochland County. For more information, visit https://www.gusasoccer.net/.

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