The Goochland Gazette – 11/17/2022

Agnew to retire from clerk’s role

Departure will mark end of 40 years of service to Goochland

By Roslyn Ryan Editor

When Goochland Circuit Court Clerk Dale Agnew was appointed as a deputy clerk by D. Louis Parrish Jr. in 1982, she wasn’t envisioning that she would spend her career working there. Four decades later, as she prepares to retire at the end of this year, Agnew says she couldn’t have imagined a role that suited her better.

“I enjoy helping people, and I believe that we have one of the most helpful and professional offices in the state,” said Agnew, who credits her keen eye for detail as one attribute that has served her particularly well over the years. “This has been the perfect job for me, though it has been quite challenging. We have an enormous responsibility here, and I have been committed to ensuring that we do things the right way. The deputy clerks here are top notch, and I have no doubt that this office’s dedication to excellence will continue.”

After she was appointed by Parrish, Agnew rose through the ranks and served

By Roslyn Ryan Editor

Goochland County is set to release the updated drafts of the county’s Small Area Plans, and

The Rotary Club of Goochland launched its first Brunswick Stew fundraiser last Saturday, and by all accounts the event was a smashing success. With the guidance of Goochland’s renowned Brunswick Stew Master, Lloyd Minter, Rotarians produced 190 gallons of stew, and sold 700 quarts, yielding close to $4,000 that will be distributed to area charities.

“This Brunswick stew project could not have been possible without the support of our Goochland community partners,” said project chair Tom Winfree, noting that Tysons Food do-

nated the chicken for the stew and Performance Food Group provided a 50% discount for the potatoes, corn, tomatoes and butterbeans.

“We were very fortunate to have been given permission to prepare the stew in advance at the Boy Scout Camp, and Fire Company 2 in Crozier also supported the project by allowing Rotary to use their facilities,” Winfree added.

Pictured above, from left to right, are stew master Lloyd Minter, and Rotarians Joe Morgan, Mark Jones, Dan Linnaberry, John Aaron and Bonnie Field.

residents are invited to join county staff and representatives from Hill Studios to review, discuss and finalize these plans at two upcoming community meetings. These meetings will consist of interactive and facilitated discussions focused on

the updated draft concept for review. Attendees may participate in person or virtually.

The Centerville Village Small Area Plan meet-

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under former clerk, Lee G. Turner.

In 2014, Circuit Court Judge Timothy Sanner appointed Agnew to fill Turner’s unexpired term, and in 2015 Goochland voters elected Agnew to the top position.

“It’s been my pleasure to work with Ms. Agnew for almost twenty years,” Sanner said Monday, noting the effort Agnew has devoted to modernizing the clerk’s office and enhancing services for Goochland residents. “She has put together a firstrate staff full of public servants in the truest sense, by being not only knowledgeable of their duties, but also by approaching those duties with a willingness to help their fellow citizens. During her tenure, multiple audits have never revealed the first failure to properly account for the funds under her con-

trol. Judges, by necessity, lean heavily upon the assistance of the Clerk, and she, and her office, have never let me down.”

In Virginia, clerk’s offices are responsible for recording and safekeeping all land records, handling probate duties and fiduciary appointments, and assisting circuit court judges in civil and criminal trials. There are more than 800 Virginia laws that prescribe the responsibilities of the clerk’s office.

“I will miss all the people that I have worked with through the years, but I am looking forward to spending more time with my family and helping with volunteer organizations in the county,” Agnew said.

Agnew and her husband, Jim, the retired sheriff of Goochland County, have two children, Michael and Amber, and two young granddaughters, Natalie and Samantha.

Gregory honored for DUI efforts

Recent Property Transfers

183.6 acres; Richmond Advertising Consortium LLC to Berkeley Land Co. LLC, $755,000.

3.59 acres; Cynthia Taylor to Logan Carol Webb, $295,000.

5 parcels; Timothy H. Smith to Tuckahoe Creek Partners LLC, $2,530,000.

3725 Bayberry Lane, Goochland; Chad W. Main to

John Staley, $495,000.

819 Lachlan Road, Manakin Sabot; Boone Homes Inc. to John E. Jennings, $1,180,000.

Lot 30, Tuckahoe Creek; Ellington Custom Homes LLC to Rodger William Rolland, $233,245.

Lot 5, Section 4, Breeze Hill; Breeze Hill Inc. to Jones Homes Inc., $155,000.

150 Lower Tuckahoe Road, Richmond; Tuckahoe Point Farm LLC to John D. Gottwald, $760,000.

Parcel; Riverstone Properties LLC to PWC Properties, $2,138,900.

1609 Reed Marsh Place, Goochland; Boone Homes Inc. to Kenneth David Elliotte, $853,019.

Robby Fletcher Sports Editor (804) 380-0497

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Denine D’Angelo Production Manager (804) 775-4624

Each year, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) holds a statewide ceremony recognizing law enforcement officers from each locality for their outstanding efforts in DUI enforcement. Investigator Traquan Gregory was recently honored as the 2022 Goochland County Sheriff’s Office recipient of the annual award.

Photo courtesy of Goochland County Sheriff’s Office

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Three new Goochland County Public Schools (GCPS) buses will be yellow on the outside, but inside, these buses will be green and run on electricity rather than diesel fuel.

The school division will use a $1,185,000 grant awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency in their 2022 Clean School Bus Rebate program to make the bus purchases. The School Board accepted the grant award at their Nov. 8 meeting. It authorized the superintendent to negotiate a

15-year participation agreement with Dominion Energy in exchange for turn-key installation and maintenance of needed charging infrastructure. The charging station will be included in the new Goochland Elementary School construction plans.

“For the price of one diesel bus replacement, with the grant funding, we will be able to purchase three electric school buses and the needed infrastructure improvements,” said Debbie White, the division’s chief financial officer.

Purchasing electric school buses aligns with the division’s Engage 2026 Strategic Goal to maintain and create sustainable facilities and equipment.

“We’ve reviewed this for several years, and I think it is positive for our school division,” said division superintendent Jeremy Raley. “This is the right time.”

The school division was notified in October that it was granted a full award following a national lottery of all submitted applications. Twelve other school divisions received grant

funding, and 51 divisions were waitlisted.

“These buses are cleaner and quieter and require less maintenance,” GCPS director of transportation Rosa Holman said. “We also won’t have to worry about diesel shortages, like we are seeing now.”

The electric buses will cost 11 to 12 cents a mile to recharge, far less than current diesel prices, and will have a range of 130-140 miles. A typical GCPS bus averages 60 miles each day

Pet of the week

Why would you need a leaf blower when you could have Hamilton, a neutered male Vietnamese potbelly pig whos favorite snack is leaves.

Hamilton is exceptionally sweet and could make for a good indoor companion as well as being a farm friend. Vietnamese potbellies are known for being intelligent, affectionate and having a rather playful nature.

Hamilton is all that, he loves being scratched and getting all the attention from our

staff and volunteers. He even knows a few tricks. So come see him in action and make sure to bring some leaves!

The Goochland Animal Shelter, located at 1900 Hidden Rock Lane in Goochland, has many pets available to a good home. For more information on these pets, call (804) 556-5302. The shelter’s hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. -2 p.m.

Lawn mower fires remain a threat to homes

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Fall is here and leaves are falling from the trees. Many homeowners will use their lawn mower to cut up and chop up the leaves in the yard. When doing so, it it important

to use caution and be on the watch for fire starting underneath the mower. Dry leaves can pile up under the mower and are easily ignited by the hot muffler and/or friction and sparks from belts and pul-

lies, setting the mower on fire.

It’s a good idea to clean off dry grass and leaves from the mower deck prior to putting the mower away. Allow the mower time to cool off outside prior to storing inside the

shed or garage. Goochland County Fire-Rescue has already responded to one lawn mower fire in recent days!

A few more tips:

Photo by Sidney Warren

Photo courtesy of Goochland Fire-Rescue

Thursday, Nov. 17

The Goochland County Branch NAACP will hold the election of its officers on Nov.

17. Polls will be open from 4 to 8 p.m. and will take place electronically through the National Office.

Family Storytime will be held at the Goochland Branch Library from 10 - 10:30 a.m. for

ages 2-5 with caregiver. Enjoy a fun time with books, singing, rhymes, and much more!

Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Read 2 Rover will be held at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. for those in grades K-2. Read 2 Rover provides comfort and motivation for beginning read-

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Know your mower, know how it works and be familiar with the electrical system.

Do your routine maintenance every year.

Know what type of battery you have and check it, with the increase in LithiumIon battery fires make sure you know how to care for your battery and what the manufacture recommendations are on maintenance and charging the battery.

After using your mower, allow it to sit outside and cool off before putting it in the garage.

When parking your mower in the garage, make sure the area around the mower is clear of stored items, any flammable liquids or combustible materials. A good practice is to make sure you have at least 3 feet of clearance around your mower.

Refuel and clean your mower after its has cooled down and do not refuel it in the garage.

Ensure that your home has a working smoke alarm. Smoke alarms are available at no cost, including free installation, by contacting your local Fire-Rescue Station or by calling Goochland County Fire-Rescue Administration (804) 556-5304.

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ers as they read aloud to the library’s therapy dogs. Space is limited. Registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal. com/event/9562747. Call the Rockville Branch at (804) 7493146 for more information.

Friday, Nov. 18

Family Storytime will be held from 10:30 -11 a.m. at the Cochrane Rockville Branch

Library. Participants will enjoy a fun time with books, singing, rhymes, and much more. Family Storytime is for children up to 5 and their caregivers. Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Saturday, Nov. 19

The American Legion will be hosting a Brunswick Stew

sale and will be selling stew from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Goochland’s American Legion Post 215 is located at 3386 River Rd W, in Goochland.

Tween Bingo will be held at the Goochland Branch Library from 2 - 3 p.m. for those ages 8-14. Calling all “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” and “Dork Diaries” fans to the Goochland Branch Library for Tween Bingo. Call

(804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Tuesday, Nov. 22

Mystery Book Club will be held at the Goochland Branch Library from 10 - 11 a.m. for those ages 18 & up. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Drivers urged to be aware of deer danger

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Autumn is here and along with colorful leaves, crisp air and shorter days, deer are on the move. Fall is the breeding season for deer, so deer will be more active over the next couple of months than at any other time of the year.

Motorists will also be driving more often in the dark, increasing the likelihood of encountering a deer on the road. Colliding with a deer can cause considerable damage to the animal, people and property.

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) recommends the following tips to avoid hitting a deer: Slow down and be attentive, particularly at night (from dusk to dawn).

If you see one deer, watch out for others.

Deer habitually travel the same areas. Use caution when you see deer crossing signs installed in these areas.

Apply brakes, even stop if necessary, to avoid hitting a deer, but never swerve out of the lane to miss a deer. A collision with another vehicle, tree or other object is likely to be more serious than hitting a deer.

Always wear a seat belt! Even if a collision is unavoidable, you are more likely to avoid injury or death if you are wearing a seat belt.

If you hit or kill a deer or bear while driving, immediately report the accident to a Conservation Police Officer or other law enforce-

ment officer in the county or city where the accident occurred.

If you kill a deer or bear while driving, you may keep it for your own use if you report the accident to a law enforcement officer where the acci-

dent occurred and the officer views the animal and gives you a possession certificate.

For more information, see this page and video on deer/ vehicle safety: dwr.virginia. gov/blog/drivers-stay-alertdeer-are-on-the-move/.

Carlsen re-elected director of Virginia Chiropractic Association

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Dr. Eric R. Carlsen was recently reelected the Unified Virginia Chiropractic Association’s (UVCA) director of District IV at the group’s annual meeting in Arlington.

Carlsen said he is honored to be able to continue his commitment to making the UVCA stronger and

relevant as a board member.

“Raising chiropractic awareness and creating unity among Richmond area chiropractors is foundational for staying focused on key issues,” Carlsen said. “The chiropractors I serve are some of the most dedicated people I have met. Supporting our doctors in every way I can so they can continue to offer services to their communities is something I truly look forward to.”

Carlsen earned a Bachelor of Science from the State University of New York at

Geneseo in 1993. He graduated summa cum laude from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1997 and became licensed in Virginia that same year. He owns and practices at Family Chiropractic Center of Richmond in Manakin-Sabot. Carlsen is a member of many professional and local organizations and is often sought out for his expertise in chiropractic and wellness in the profession and community. Carlsen was awarded UVCA District Director of the Year in 2019.

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ing is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 28 at 6 p.m. at Grace Chinese Baptist Church (850 Broad Street Road, ManakinSabot, VA 23013). To submit questions or comments prior to the meeting, email centervilleplan22@goochlandva.us.

The Courthouse Village Small Area Plan meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. at Goochland County Administration Building Board Room (1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland, VA 23063). To submit questions or comments prior to the meeting, email courthouseplan22@ goochlandva.us.

These updated draft plans are the result of a nearly year-long process to create small area plans with vision and identity for these two villages as it relates to land use now and in the future for the county. The village plans will also provide guidance for economic and physical growth, recreation, public facilities and community development. Once complete, these plans will be adopted and incorporated into the county’s Comprehensive Plan.

Updated draft plans will be available for review on the county’s website prior to the community meetings. For more information regarding the small area plans and community meeting Zoom links, contact Goochland County Community Development at (804) 556-5840 or visit www.goochlandva.us/ VillagePlans2022.

For school board, a chance to catch up with local students

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Goochland County School Board members headed “back to school” on Nov. 11, taking the opportunity to see all the exciting things happening in classrooms across the county. Pictured here, starting clockwise from the top, are school board members Angela Allen enjoying a gym class activity at Goochland Elementary School; Karen Horn (far right) visiting a classroom; Mike Newman helping out with classroom assignment; John Wright chatting with students; and Sandra Barefoot-Reid observing a lesson.

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Remembering the smallest warriors among us

By Roslyn Ryan Editor

Americans, as they say, love an underdog – someone who faces incredible odds, stares down the most daunting challenge and simply refuses to give up.

You can find these unlikely heroes in every walk of life: business, academia, sports and more. And while you probably wouldn’t think of an underdog as a very big person, what many of us forget is that so many of our most amazing warriors are incredibly small.

Today, and on every Nov. 17 since 2008, the United States joins over 100 other countries around the world in marking World Prematurity Day. It is a day set aside to call attention to the issue of preterm birth and the challenges faced by preterm babies and their families worldwide.

According to the European

Foundation for the Care of Newborn Infants (EFCNI), 15 million babies are born premature each year worldwide, which equals out to around one in 10 children. And while many of us know at least one family that has faced the challenge of a premature birth and triumphed, this is not the reality for millions of families around the world.

The EFCNI estimates that preterm births complications are the main cause of death worldwide for children age 5 and under, and, as one might expect, children born to economically disadvantaged families face far worse outcomes. In those situations, the EFCNI estimates, half of the babies born at or below 32 weeks die due to a lack of feasible, cost-effective and basic care.

As healthcare workers and researchers rush to address the many challenges faced by preterm

infants and address worldwide disparities in maternal health, there are a number of ways to support families facing the myriad challenges posed by a premature birth. According to the Seleni Institute, a New York-based nonprofit aimed at supporting maternal mental health, the following reminders can be helpful:

Jump in where you can. Drop off a meal or organize a meal train, help out with carpool or simply offer to take care of a pet so that parents can focus on all of the other challenges they are facing. “What I found the most helpful was that my mother-in-law took care of us as opposed to taking care of the baby,” says Elisette Carlson, whose son was born three weeks premature, spent 11 days in the NICU, and then required close monitoring at home. “She knew what food we liked, she bought us groceries, she cleaned our house. It

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made it that much easier to focus my attention on my son, where it needed to be.”

Keep in touch. Even once the immediate danger has passed, parents still need support. “I’ve worked with countless women whose friends say, ‘The baby’s home; time to put it behind you and move on,’” says psychotherapist Sarah Best. “But often, mom is still feeling stressed and helpless, like something bad could happen at any minute. It’s not something you just get over right away.”

Remember the rest of the family. According to mental health experts, it’s common for entire families to feel the strain when a child is sick as a result of frustration, guilt, fear and communication problems. It’s important not to overlook the risk factors for the entire family, and to help them through the challenging time together.

Get off my lawn?

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist

There’s a new controversy stirring in college football. It doesn’t involve late hits on the quarterback or over aggressive defensive backs. In fact it doesn’t even focus on any activity that occurs during the actual game, or any players participating in the game.

No, it’s the fans who are drawing the attention of some conference officials who are concerned that recent storming the field incidents have bordered on bedlam; and on-field security has been overwhelmed with the influx of fans invading their space following a big win.

Dear Editor,

When my children were young they loved to do Meals On Wheels during the summer, visiting the local

nursing homes for the holidays and volunteering with nonprofit organizations. My oldest loved being with his grandmother almost every day who also volunteered in the community at least once a week. This allowed my children to learn how to be helpful with many small tasks.

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Being kind to people of all ages was something that was expected in my home from a young age of 4 years old.

Today my two adult sons continue to volunteer in their communities. The needs today are great for volunteers to build and foster a

strong community.

In Goochland County today there are volunteer opportunities for families, groups and individuals of all ages.

Here are just a few volunteer opportunities in Goochland County see Letter > page 7

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Several weeks ago when Tennessee beat Alabama for the first time in 14 seasons, Neyland Stadium in Knoxville erupted and stands emptied, depositing thousands of enthusiastic – and in some cases inebriated – celebrants on ground usually reserved for players, coaches, officials and properly credentialed sideline support staff and press.

An overhead shot of the stadium following the game was spectacular as large fireworks exploded atop a stadium filled to capacity squeezed onto the field.

“This isn’t going to end well,” I thought to myself.

And it didn’t. Southeastern Conference officials reacted last week with a release stating their intent to investigate field security and review current policies.

That press release came after the conference fined Tennessee $100,000 for the recent storming at Neyland and indicated stronger security might be necessary.

Like everything else that happens in college football, other fan bases noted the takeover and there will inevitably be more incidents of students and fans storming the field following big wins.

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Workshop will offer advice on publishing

By Roslyn Ryan Editor

An upcoming workshop will help would-be authors to turn their dreams of writing a book into reality. Organizer Ernest Porter, himself a published author, said Sunday that the goal of the Nov. 19 program, which will be held at the

Goochland Cultural Arts Center, is to help those who have always wanted to write but aren’t sure how to navigate the often daunting challenges involved in creating a finished work and getting it in front of readers.

The workshop will feature a panel of published authors who will discuss such topics as formatting manuscripts and connecting with a

publisher. The session will run from 3 to 6 p.m. and is expected to include a Q&A session. The Cultural Arts Center is located at 2748 Dogtown Road in Goochland.

“Everybody has a story to tell,” said Porter, “and we want to help them tell it.”

For more information on this free workshop, contact (804) 888-2073 or (804) 252-4233.

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It’s not a new occurrence. Growing up as a college football fan, it wasn’t unusual to see fans tearing down goal posts following a win on their home field. After several fans were seriously hurt by falling goal posts, that practice became a seeming relic of the past akin to swallowing gold fish or marathon dance contests.

But, Tennessee fans didn’t hold back last month as they not only stormed the field but tore down a goal post, paraded it through the stadium and eventually deposited the trophy in the Tennessee River.

I would agree that college football is the most exciting game in town, and the enthusiasm of dedicated fans is an important element in the magical environment surrounding the contests.

I also contend that enthusiasm should be limited to the stands, and the field should remain a sanctuary to the purity of the game.

I returned home this weekend to catch the final seconds of what was billed as the game of the year as top ranked Tennessee took on #3 Georgia. The Bulldogs pulled off an impressive win, and a fan base known for their wild enthusiasm did not storm the field.

I was puzzled so I called a former colleague, a Georgia alumni, and inquired why storming the field in Athens is not acceptable.

“We’ve had a lot of big wins so we like to act like we’ve been there before,” he said. “And, you run on Dooley field and you’re probably going to be face to face with a hefty Georgia State Trooper.”

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Effort underway to pack boxes for children in need

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Operation Christmas Child will once again collect shoeboxes in November for needy children throughout the world. The Samaritan’s Purse project collects and delivers the gifts to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way. For many of these children, it is the first present they have ever received. This ministry provides an opportunity to share the gospel of Jesus Christ, not only to the children, but their parents and other family members as well.

Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind, has collected and delivered more than 198 million shoebox gifts to children across the world. In 2022, Operation Christmas Child hopes to

collect enough to reach another 11 million children worldwide, with 9.4 million of the boxes coming from the U.S. Locally, the 2022 goal in Richmond is 55,122.

Anyone can pack a shoebox. Individuals, families, churches and groups fill empty shoeboxes with school supplies, personal hygiene items and toys, such as stuffed animals, dolls or soccer balls. Learn how to pack a shoebox and view gift suggestions at samaritanspurse.org/ occ. Participants are encouraged to donate $10 per shoebox for shipping. You may include a check in the box or pay online through Follow Your Box. Those who pay online will receive a tracking label which enables tracking to its destination. Do not include candy, toothpaste, used

or damaged items, war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures, seeds, chocolate or food, liquids or lotions, medications or vitamins, breakable items, such as snow globes or glass containers, or aerosol cans. Those who prefer contactless delivery of boxes may build custom shoeboxes online for a donation of $25 per box. The URL for these contactless options is: www.samaritanspurse.org/buildonline.

During National Collection Week (Nov. 14 – 21, 2022), Samaritan’s Purse will collect the boxes at more than 4,000 drop-off locations in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Drop-off Locations may be found at https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/dropoff-locations/.

Others tell me my objection to the longstanding tradition of storming the field is just a symptom of old age, accusing me of being the disgruntled old man who yells at kids for being on his lawn.

That just might have some merit.

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21, 2022), Samaritan’s Purse will collect boxes for children at more than 4,000 drop-off locations in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 198 million shoebox gifts.

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Want to take a big chunk of the stress out of holiday entertaining? Start your prep work ahead of time and remember that simple can be elegant.

Tips to simplify Thanksgiving

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Preparing Thanksgiving dinner for a houseful of close friends and relatives can be a tad overwhelming. Thanksgiving is a food- and tradition-centric holiday, and all eyes will are typically on the dinner table. Pulling off a feast of this magnitude - multiple courses, side dishes and desserts - takes considerable effort. These tips, tricks and timesavers can be a Thanksgiving host’s saving grace.

Pick the menu early

Don’t leave menu planning and shopping to the last minute. Decide what you’ll be cooking in addition to turkey several weeks before the big day. Select two or three side dishes, preferably items that can be prepared in advance and then reheated on

Thanksgiving. These can include a baked macaroni-and-cheese casserole, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables and a cornbread stuffing.

Brine your bird

Turkey is the centerpiece of the feast, so give it every opportunity to shine. No one wants a dry turkey, but unfortunately this lean poultry can dry out easily. Meats typically lose about 30% of their weight during cooking. However, by soaking the turkey in a brine prior to cooking it, you can reduce this moisture loss to as little as 15%, according to Dr. Estes Reynolds, a brining expert at the University of Georgia. Brining the fowl for a day or more can infuse flavor and moisture. Food Network personality Alton Brown has a fan-favorite roast turkey recipe with an aro-

matic brine that has garnered five stars and was featured on his show “Good Eats” (www.foodnetwork. com/recipes/alton-brown/goodeats-roast-turkey-recipe-1950271). A simple salted water soak also can work.

Start your prep work a few days before

Take some stress out of Thanksgiving by cutting all vegetables and/or preparing some dishes a few days early. Label and organize prepared ingredients by recipe and store in the refrigerator. Make extra room in the fridge by removing nonessential items and placing them in a cooler with ice and cleaning out any old food or condiments. Plan your table settings and label which bowls and other serving dishes will be used

for which items. This will make it much easier to set the table on Thanksgiving.

Try serving guests batched cocktails

It can be challenging and expensive to have a full bar for guests. Mulled wine, hot cider and punches are ideal ways to service a crowd looking for delicious spirited drinks.

Create lovely, simple table centerpieces

Use seasonal sights for your centerpieces or place settings. These can include small squashes, gourds, citrus fruits, nuts or acorns. A hollowed-out pumpkin filled with fresh flowers also can be eye-catching. MetroCreative

GivingTuesday offers new spin on generosity

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The period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is widely referred to as the holiday season. Holidays such as Chanukah, Christmas and Kwanzaa all take place in this typically six-week window. During this period, there’s another, possibly lesser known, event that can elicit many of the same warm feelings generated by more recognizable holidays.

GivingTuesday is held on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving every year. Though that typically means the day is celebrated after the calendar turns to December, this year GivingTuesday takes place on Tuesday, November 30.

What is GivingTuesday?

GivingTuesday organizers describe the event as a “movement that unleashes the power of radical generosity around the world.” GivingTuesday is often characterized as hashtag activism, which involves social media users employing Twitter hashtags to show support for a cause. Twitter hashtags do not utilize spaces between words, so GivingTuesday references adhere to this practice.

How can people participate in GivingTuesday?

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You may become impatient with the slow progress of a project at work, Aries. Before you get your feathers all ruffled, figure out if bringing more people on the team may help.

It may have taken a while, but you’ll start to see some results from actions you initiated weeks ago, Taurus. Your steady pace will pay off in a big way.

Lean on all of your social contacts this week, Gemini. If you’re looking to get out of the house and have fun, they will probably have some ideas on where to go.

Be on guard with issues concerning your love life and relationships, Cancer. Things that were working out smoothly may need a little extra attention for the time being.

Luck will manifest itself in some surprising ways over the course of the next few days, Leo. Seemingly out of nowhere you will have a good turn of events that propel you forward.

Negotiations will go in your favor this week, Virgo. Therefore, if you’ve been seeking a raise or a promotion, you may see that the tides have finally shifted in that direction.

Watch out for overspending that can derail the careful budget that you have set in place, Libra. It may be wise to leave a credit card at home for the next few days.

Brace yourself, Scorpio, as things could get a bit wild this week. Energy levels rise and tempers may flare. Figure out the best way to stay calm amid this confusion.

Plenty of good vibes are coming your way, Sagittarius. You just need to figure out if you’re going to share some good fortune with others and when that will occur.

A sweet connection with someone else could happen this week, Capricorn. This may be the start of a lasting relationship, whether it is romantic or platonic.

Don’t be afraid to showcase your natural talents, Aquarius. Your unique skill set enables you to have a little fun with others and show off a bit at work.

Figure out ways to connect with the life force that is all around you, Pisces. Try meditation in the outdoors to blend two experiences.

Cadets heading back to VISAA title game

By Clark Forster Special Correspondent

St. Christopher’s offense sat a yard short of the end zone during the waning moments of what was a scoreless first half at Benedictine.

Points were at a premium throughout Saturday’s VISAA semifinal, and the Saints looked poised to take a commanding 7-point lead into halftime. All that was standing between them and paydirt was a big, green brick wall.

Two runs into the teeth of the Cadets defense went nowhere, and the Saints went to the air on third down.

Or at least they tried. A swarm of Cadets ambushed Saints quarterback Kahlil Nash and brought the signal caller to the ground as the final seconds ticked off the first-half clock.

Benedictine (8-3) rode that momentum into the second half and never looked back. The Cadets’ dominant defense forced five turnovers after halftime en route to a

convincing 20-0 victory and a spot in the VISAA championship game.

“It was just heart,” Benedictine senior defensive

tackle and North Carolina recruit Joel Starlings said of the game-altering goal-line stand. “We wanted it so bad. We were on that 1-yard line,

and we knew we had to stop them to win this game.”

Benedictine 14th-year head coach Greg Lilly credited the stop as a catalyst to

what was to come from his team in the second half.

“The defense made a great set of plays there to be able to hold them to nothin’, ” Lilly

said. “If nothing else I think we felt a little flat in the first half. That gave us a little bit of emotion, a little bit of enthusiasm going into the locker room.”

What ensued in the second half was a series of St. Christopher’s errors, only one of which was unforced. A muffed snap on a punt attempt at the beginning of the third quarter was scooped up by Cadets linebacker John Garbett before the senior galloped to the end zone for the game’s first score.

The Saints (7-4) offense was quickly back on the field, but not for long. An interception by junior cornerback Khamari Veney on the very next possession set up a 1-yard touchdown run by Benedictine sophomore tailback Ryker Cook to put the Cadets up 14-0.

St. Christopher’s wouldn’t go quietly but couldn’t evade the costly mistakes. A 51-yard connection from Nash to junior wideout Jacob Zollar marked the Saints’ biggest play of the afternoon and had

Collegiate roundup: Cougars have success in VISAA playoffs

Staff Report Goochland Gazette

The Collegiate Cougars had a postseason to remember, with the athletic program bringing home three state titles at the end of the fall season.

The Cougars field hockey, cross country and tennis teams all dominated their VISAA competition en route to state championships, while the boys soccer team fell in the state semifinals.

The field hockey team’s state title was the ninth in pro-

gram history and its first since the retirement of coach Karen Doxey, with the Cougars topping the Norfolk Academy Bulldogs in a 4-0 final. In her first year as head coach, Kelsey Smither’s team finished with a 17-5 record.

The championship saw an excitingly memorable hat trick performance from Callie Rogers, who also assisted on another from M.K. Brost to dominate the game from the very jump and give the Cougars their deserved championship glory.

The cross country girls team won its title while competing at the course at Woodberry Forest High School on Nov. 10. Just a week after dominating to claim the LIS crown at Pole Green Park, the Cougars continued their excellent form at the Woodberry Forest trail to win their second consecutive state title and their fifth in the program’s history.

As a team, Collegiate finished with 67 points, 22 points ahead of runner-up Norfolk Academy. The Cougars were led

by LIS champion MK Myers, who placed fourth with a time of 20:21.00.

Behind Myers were strong runs from eighth graders Virginia Harris and Rosie Ferrell, who placed 8th and 14th while junior runner Giles Ferrell finished in 16th and senior Nat Lurie placed 25th.

The boys team placed third behind Potomac and St. Christopher’s with 103 points led by a team-best performance from Stan Craig, who placed second at 15:56.00 and earned

all-state honors alongside fellow Cougars Liam Moore and Walker Angus, who finished in 16th and 20th place, respectively.

Much like the cross country team, it was the second straight year that the girls tennis team brought home the state title, as they defeated The Potomac School 5-2 on Saturday, Nov. 12. The win was Collegiate’s third state title in four seasons.

A veteran squad featuring 10 seniors like Claiborne Dillard, Lucy Ottley, Malone Morchower and Caroline Smith, the Cougars

finished the season with a perfect 16-0 record, a LIS championship and now the VISAA Division I championship as they continue to dominate even the strongest competition thrown their way.

The soccer team, which finished its season with a 16-3 record, entered the VISAA semifinals as the top-seeded team, but was upset in a low-scoring 1-0 affair that was decided by a goal in the final minutes versus four-seeded Trinity Episcopal at City Stadium.

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With a win against St. Christopher’s in the VISAA state semifinals, the Benedictine Cadets prepare for a state final rematch with Trinity Episcopal on Nov. 19.

Goochland heads to region semis after victory at Skyline

By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor

It was almost a year to the date that the Goochland Bulldogs football team had to travel into enemy territory in the Class 3, Region B football playoffs to extend their season against the favored Meridian Mustangs, who scored 40 points on an experienced Bulldogs defense to continue their season.

There’s been plenty of turnover since then, with senior starters on both sides of the field departing, replaced with newer, fresher faces that are mostly experiencing life as a varsity starter for the first time. Still, the Bulldogs (5-6) found themselves back in a similar position heading into this year’s 3B playoffs, traveling to take on the Skyline Hawks (5-6) on Nov. 10 for a chance to continue their season.

After last year’s opposing offense slashed its way to a 40-point showing, this year’s Bulldogs defense swarmed and punished the Hawks all game

long, forcing three interceptions and consistently getting off the field with nine third down stops on 11 attempts to help propel the team to a 35-22 win that sets up a semifinals clash versus Warren County.

The opening score was fitting for the theme of lockdown defense, as Nik Cotner added to a superb senior season with a second quarter pick-six that found him blanketing a checkdown option and jumping a throw on the run near the Bulldogs 40-yard-line. With the ball in his hands, Cotner squeezed past multiple defenders and found open field to give his team a 7-0 lead.

The second quarter saw plenty of action go in Goochland’s favor in fact. Soon after the Cotner score, the offense began to get in on the action after Justin Morton intercepted a deep ball to crush a Skyline drive, which led to quarterback Blayke Flaherty bulldozing his way to a 2-yard score to bring the lead up to 14-0.

A 58-yard punt return for a

touchdown cut the Goochland lead in half heading into the halftime break, but with plenty of momentum, the road team had plenty to feel good about with a half of football to go.

In the third quarter, running back Jamason Pryor broke out with a 79-yard score in one of his best runs of the season in a senior year that’s been filled with jaw-dropping highlights. Pryor went untouched as he cut into an open zone created by his offensive line as he outran everyone down the left sideline to bring the Goochland lead back up to 14, 21-7. He later had a 64-yard run and a fourth quarter touchdown run that helped him finish with a gamehigh 190 yards to go with his two scores on just 21 carries.

In the fourth quarter, Baraka Ganyuma got in on the scoring action on his lone run of the evening, with the senior scoring a 10-yard touchdown that set Goochland up with a 28-7 lead. The Hawks were able to get two straight scores and a 2-point conversion in the fourth quarter, but it was too

little too late, and with Pryor’s second score added late in the game, the Bulldogs were able to celebrate a well-earned playoff

victory that gives them at least one more game in their season.

Goochland will look to clinch a spot in the regional

championship when it travels again to take on Warren County (6-5) on Friday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m.

Bulldogs volleyball loses five-set thriller in states

By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor

It’s been an exciting journey seeing the development of Goochland volleyball’s senior class, and after a five-set thriller at the VHSL Class 3 state quarterfinals, it was finally the end of the road.

Goochland battled in a back-and-forth affair with host-team York High School, but it was the Falcons who ultimately came out on top, ending the Bulldogs’ season with a 15-9 fifth set tiebreaker

that advanced them to the state semifinals and sent the Bulldogs home.

York opened the game with a 25-15 win in the first set, but Goochland regrouped and settled into its own game by taking the second set 25-19.

The Falcons battled back into the lead with 25-17 win in the third set to take a 2-1 advantage, but the seesaw between ties and leads continued with the Bulldogs coming back with a 25-20 fourth set

Oct. 4.

Photo by Joel Brown

Goochland teammates Mason Gregory (25) and Yoshi Da Silva (29) celebrate in a game against Orange County on Oct. 28.

Photos by Joel Brown

Left, the Bulldogs huddle before a game versus Western Albemarle on Oct. 6. Right, senior Layla Ford delivers a strike against Maggie Walker on

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them threatening to cut the Cadet lead in half.

One play later, the ball found the hands of Veney once again for the junior’s second interception of the quarter.

“It all starts out with the D-line,” Veney said of his defense’s thievery. “They keep the pressure on, and the quarterback throws it up to the [defensive backs] and we go get it.”

Cadets defensive back Addison Gosline closed out the third quarter with another interception, the third of the day for Benedictine. And senior quarterback Wes Buleza and junior receiver Jordan Callahan connected on a screen pass for a 32-yard

score to put the game on ice midway through the final quarter.

The final numbers for the Benedictine defense: 149 total yards allowed, five turnovers, zero points and a berth in the state championship.

St. Christopher’s coach Lance Clelland was proud of his bunch but couldn’t help but be discouraged following an uncharacteristic game from his offense.

“We had some turnovers which we hadn’t really had all year long,” Clelland said. “When you have that many turnovers you get beat.”

The Benedictine offense finished the day with 200 total yards, led by 60 on the ground from Cook on 13 carries. Senior tight end Henry Berling led the Cadets with one catch for 40 yards. The two-way player also added

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victory to set up a tiebreaker showdown that went in favor of the Falcons.

Goochland’s senior class, which features Layla Ford, Nicole Brown, Nina Smith and Laura Lee Baldwin, capped off an impressive stint with the team that saw the Bulldogs reach at least the state quarterfinals in each of the past four seasons.

Leading the team in kills was a 10-kill performance from Avery Jastrzemski, who also added 14 digs. From the senior class, Smith pitched in eight kills in her final performance as a Bulldog, while Ford finished her high school volleyball career with seven kills and 12 digs.

Along with four kills and a team-high 24 assists from Brown and a team-high 20 digs from Baldwin, Goochland’s top players stepped up when

the team needed them most, despite York narrowly coming away with the win.

Before their matchup with York, the Bulldogs had a chance at claiming the region title in a championship matchup against Warren County, which the Wildcats were able to win in four sets.

The Bulldogs won the opening set 25-20, but the Wildcats were able to come back and rail off wins in three consecutive sets, with wins of 25-18, 25-15 and a wild 27-25 fourth set that closed out a hard-fought game from both sides of the net.

In that game, the team was led in kills by Jastrzemski yet again, this team recording 15 kills in the region final.

Jastrzemski was also second on the team in digs with 16 that was only behind freshman defensive specialist Marin Pullen, who finished with 20.

Smith again added eight kills during the final on 30

two sacks and 4.5 tackles for loss on defense.

Zollar was the Saints’ main source of offense as he caught five balls for 81 yards while adding an interception on defense as well.

Benedictine’s win sets up a rematch in the state championship with undefeated Trinity (10-0). The two teams faced off in the first game of the season way back on Aug. 27, which Trinity won by a score of 21-7.

Benedictine players and coaches all said they’d enjoy Saturday’s victory for only a few hours before film sessions began.

They have little interest in waiting to set their sights on payback.

“We’ve been waiting on this the whole season to get revenge on Trinity,” Starlings said.

attacks to go with five digs, while Ava Garrison and Ford played a solid game defensively with 15 digs apiece.

Like in states, it was an admirable performance from the team despite the Bulldogs ending up on the losing end.

With the season reaching its conclusion, the Bulldogs had plenty of highs along the way, including a 15-9 overall record, a five-game winning streak to open the year and a regional runner-up accolade that showcased the team as one of the toughest in the region and in the state.

Next year, head coach Rachel Jacobsen will see returnees like Jastrzemski, Amelia Capone, Adele Wheatley and Ava Garrison return with the hopes of returning to the state tournament and filling the shoes of a talented and well-respected senior class in the process.

Robby Fletcher can be reached at rfletcher@powhatantoday.com.

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Photo by Shaban Athuman

Benedictine’s Leo Boehling (9) scored a game-tying touchdown in last year’s VISAA Division I title game against Trinity Episcopal, which the Titans managed to win in overtime.

Photo by Joel Brown

Goochland’s Adele Wheatley serves in a matchup against Western Albemarle on Oct. 6, which the Bulldogs lost in five sets. Wheatley, a junior, will return to a team that has made the state quarterfinals in their last four seasons.

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