The Goochland Gazette – 05/10/2023

Early voting has begun for June 20 primary

COMMUNITY REPORT

Early voting has begun for the 57th House of Delegates District June 20 Democratic Primary Election. The 57th House of Delegates District Democratic party primary in Goochland only includes Precincts 402 Centerville, 501 Manakin, and 502 Blair in eastern Goochland. Registered Goochland County voters in these specific precincts can vote:

„ Early in-person 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., daily at the Goochland County Registrar’s Office, 1876 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland, VA 23063

1. Friday, May 5 through Friday, June 16 (Monday – Friday) from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Saturday, June 10 and Saturday, June 17 from 9 a.m. –5:00 p.m.

3. Sunday, May 7 from noon – 4 p.m.

Early voting will only be available at the Goochland County Registrar’s Office for the June primary election. No other locations will be open for early voting.

To view a complete list of acceptable IDs, please visit the state Department of Election’s

INSIDE: Randolph students honored for essay contest wins. SEE PAGE 2

Volume 67, No. 19 • Wednesday, May 10, 2023

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Open houses will focus on small area plans

COMMUNITY REPORT

Goochland County is inviting the community to attend the upcoming Small Area Plan Open Houses to learn more about the Courthouse Village and Centerville Small Area Plans, ahead of upcoming public hearings.

The Centerville Small Area Plan Open House will occur on Tuesday, May 16 at 6 p.m. and will be held at the Residence Inn at the Notch located at 1800 Wilkes Ridge Circle, Richmond, VA 23233.

The Courthouse Village Small Area Plan Open House will occur on Thursday, May 18 at 6 p.m. and will be held at the County Administration Building located at 1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland, VA 23063.

HOOKING A BIG ONE AT ANNUAL KIDS’ FISHING DAY

Copies of the Centerville and Courthouse Village Small Area Plans will be released on Wednesday evening, May 10 and will be available at www.goochlandva.us/VillagePlans2022. Hard copies will be available in the Community Development Office and County Administrator’s Office at the Goochland County Administration Building and at the Goochland Library.

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Goochland’s Dewitt Clinton Lodge makes donation to GoochlandCares Clothes Closet.

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE GOOCHLAND COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

A participant in the recent Goochland County Sheriff’s Office Kids’ Fishing Day shows off his impressive catch during the April 29 event held at Camp T. Brady Saunders in Goochland. For more photos from the event, which drew

eager anglers, see page 3.

Voting

Voting In-Person page available at https://www.elections.virginia.gov/castinga-ballot/in-person-voting/.

Goochland County residents can submit applications for a ballot to be mailed, in-person or by mail to the Goochland County Office of the General Registrar located at 1876 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland VA 23063 or by mail to the General Registrar at P.O. Box 1013, Goochland, VA 23063, by fax to 804-556-6323 or by email to vote@goochlandva.us.

Residents can also apply for an absentee ballot online at https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation.

„ Registered voters seeking a ballot to vote by mail (absentee ballot) for the June Primary have until 5 p.m. June 9 to submit their application.

„ The last day to register to vote, or update existing voter information, to participate in the June Primary is May 30.

Registered Goochland voters can return their voted

Plans

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Following the Small Area Plan Open Houses, the Goochland County Planning Commission will hold a special meeting and public hearing on the Courthouse Village Small Area Plan on Monday, May 22, at 6 p.m. and on the Centerville Small

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ballot in the following ways:

„ By mail to P.O. Box 1013, Goochland, VA 23063.

„ In person at a drop off location at the Goochland County Office of the General Registrar located at 1876 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland, VA 23063

1. During normal business hours Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Saturday, June 10 and Saturday, June 17 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

3. Sunday, May 7 from noon – 4p.m.

„ Drop off locations will also be available at Goochland County polling places on Election Day, Tuesday, June 20 from 6 a.m. – 7 p.m. Please visit the District Information page at www. goochlandva.us/vote for a list of those addresses.

The 57th House of Delegates District Democratic Primary will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, in Goochland County. Precincts 402 Centerville, 501 Manakin, and 502 Blair will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you are in line at 7 p.m. you will be allowed to vote.

—Submitted by Goochland County

Area Plan on Wednesday, May 24, at 6 p.m. The Goochland County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting and public hearing on the Courthouse Village Small Area Plan on Monday, June 12, 2023, at 6 p.m. and on the Centerville Small Area Plan on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at 6 p.m. in the Board Meeting Room.

GEF announces essay contest winners

COMMUNITY REPORT

The Goochland Education Foundation and the Goochland Rotary Club recently announced the winners of the 6th annual essay contest for fourth and fifth grade students in Goochland County Public Schools.

The essay contest encourages students to strengthen their 21st century skills by writing about different topics each year. This year’s topic

was “In what ways would you use technology to make Goochland County better?”

All three winners of this year’s contest are in fourth grade at Randolph Elementary School in Mrs. Ferguson’s and Mrs. Hadd’s classes. The winners:

First place — Georgia Lindemann

Second place — Addison Trego

Third place — Gavin

PROPERTY TRANSFERS

15 acres; Peggy C. Ford to Manakin Road Properties LLC, $1,500,000.

2.37 acres; Carl Frank Wentzel III to Mirza spahalic, $375,000.

48.99 acres and interest in 10 acres; sauer Boscobel LLC to RTs Boscobel LLC, $1,225,000.

9199 Bellini Crescent, Richmond; style Craft Homes Inc. of Virginia to allan Mark Cohen, $542,617.

Due to a typographical error, an article in last week’s Goochland Gazette incorrectly stated that Goochland County Sheriff Steven Creasey was elected in 2009. In fact he was elected in 2019. We sincerely regret the error.

2429 Cheney Creek Road, Goochland; Christopher d smith to Michael J. atkinson, $389,000.

2189 ellis Farm Way, Manakin sabot; W.V. McClure Inc. to Ryan

W. Crouch, $684,611.

1496 Hockett Road, Manakin sabot; Bulldog LLC to Cameron T. young Jr., $370,000.

Lot 12, dovershire; Cedar Cross LLC to Wonderview LLC, $345,000.

Lot 6, Block a, section a, Bellview Gardens; Patrick H. Matthews Jr. to Titoni Levon Crenshaw, $1,000,000.

202 Maymont Way, Manakin sabot; Raymond e Honeycutt to William J. Cocchiola, $540,000.

Parcels, Readers Branch; Readers Branch Partners LLC to e agle Construction of Virginia LLC, $5,130,000.

Melton

A ceremony and reception were held on May 2 to celebrate the winners. The winners read their essays and enjoyed the culinary delights of Goochland High School Chef Erlenbach and his students. The essay winners are also invited to attend the Rotary Club of Goochland’s June 2 meeting to share their essays.

—Submitted by the Goochland Education Foundation

1601 Reed Marsh Place, Goochland; Boone Homes Inc. to Kevin Bermingham, $701,570.

3023 s w anns Inn Crescent, Goochland; Lisa strauss to Brian Rojas, $700,000.

12017 Talavera Terrace, Richmond; HHHunt Homes LC to Kusum R. shial, $559,865.

4340 Valley Lane, Kents store; Caleb Bickley Gibson to Robert L. Callahan, $325,000.

444 Wood acres Road, Manakin sabot; archie L. James sr. to Thien Vien Luu, $444,000.

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE GOOCHLAND EDUCATION FOUNDATION

Goochland education Foundation essay contest winners, from the left, addison Trego, Gavin Melton and Georgia Lindemann were honored at May 2 reception.

Kids’ Fishing Day reeled in plenty of fun once again

It was another fantastic day for fishing as over 200 attendees gathered on Saturday, April 29 at Camp T. Brady Saunders for the annual Goochland County Sheriff’s Office Kids Fishing Day.

In a message posted on the Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, the department extended “our sincerest thank you to the high school students who volunteered their time to assist with this event, to Performance Foodservice for providing food, American Legion Post 215 for preparing it, Boy Scouts of America for providing the venue, North River Outdoors for bringing extra bait the day of the event, and Bass Pro Shops for providing raffle prizes and bait. All of your contributions are so appreciated.”

Hebron Presbyterian Church hosts spring revival

COMMUNITY REPORT

Hebron Presbyterian Church, a small church with big ideas, hosted an outdoor tent revival on Friday, April 21. Set in the beautiful countryside of eastern Goochland and open to all, this event drew a diverse audience from many different faith communities.

Uplifting music was provided by Glennroy Bailey, flute, and Markus Compton, piano; Paul Muller, vocals and guitar; and members

of the Jerusalem Baptist Church worship team. Traditional hymns, contemporary songs of praise and even country-gospel selections helped stir and inspire listeners.

Messages of hope and encouragement were shared by Lori Alford, director of engagement at River Road United Methodist Church. Minister and missionary, Rev. Andrew Fuller, now director of operations for Al Massira and director of

development for World Horizons USA helped attendees think globally and look deeper at the love, majesty, and kingship of Jesus Christ.

Rev. Emanuel Harris of Jerusalem Baptist Church challenged all present to a spirit of unity and togetherness across our many different communities and encouraged those new to the faith, as well as those seasoned believers, to hear the Gospel fresh and anew.

Rev. Shelly Barrick-Parsons,

current Covenant Pastor at Hebron Church, introduced and facilitated the entire evening. The SandTopia food truck was onsite with food for everyone.

Hebron church is located at 1040 Shallow Well Road in Manakin-Sabot. All are encouraged to join them for worship Sunday mornings at 10 a.m., get involved in a local faith community and be encouraged by God’s word.

—Submitted by Hebron Presbyterian Church

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE GOOCHLAND COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

FRIDAY, MAY 12

The Rotary Club of Goochland will hear from Victor Carpenter, Goochland County administrator. The meeting starts at 7:30 a.m. and is held at The Residence Inn short Pump at the notch, 1800 Wilkes Ridge Circle.

SATURDAY, MAY 13

The Fauquier Baptist Church (located at 2455 dogtown Road) Women’s Ministry is sponsoring a pre–Mother’s day fellowship service on saturday May 13, 2023, at 10 a.m. There will be two inspirational speakers with great singing and a brunch to go. The ministry is taking a count for the meals. If attending, please contact the president Vickie n ash (804) 514-0540.

Company 5 will be hosting the Hometown Hero 5K at Tucker Park starting at 8:30 a.m. This event will serve as a fundraiser for the Company 5 station renovation. Registration is $15 for children under 12; $20 for adults; and $35 the day of the race. Those wishing to run or walk can register online at www.courthouse5firerescue.org up until May 7, or visit the website for more information. The entry fee includes admission, course hydration station, post-race refreshments and a medal.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS FOR THE GOOCHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY

Goochland Bridge Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Mondays, May 1, 8, 15, & 22, 3 – 5 p.m. a ges 18 & up . The Goochland Bridge Club is for those that want to learn how to play or those with a basic knowledge of the game. each week there will be instruction and play time. Call ((804)) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Read 2 Rover at the Goochland Branch Library. Tuesday, May 2, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. Grades K-5. Have your child practice reading in a relaxed environment with a trained therapy dog from Caring Canines. Call the Goochland Branch Library to reserve a time. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

yoga at the Goochland Branch Library. Wednesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31, 4- 5 p.m. For ages 18 & up. Bring your mat and join us for a yoga session that aims to promote strength, flexibility, and balance. Led by certified instructor, Kathleen Tsengas. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Writing for Joy at the Goochland Branch Library. Wednesdays, May 3 & 17, 7 — 8:45 p.m. For ages: adults 18 & up a creative writing discussion group for those that are interested in sharing original writings, participating in prompted writings,

and encouraging others in their pursuit of writing. This program is open to “would be” writers, experienced writers, and writers of all skill levels. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Free Comic Book day. s a turday, May 6, 1 — 2:30p.m. ages: 2-12. Join us as we celebrate Free Comic Book d ay by participating in our “superhero Training” course. This course will have you warding off villains, picking your very own superhero name, testing your superhero skills, and so much more. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Friday Book Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Friday, May 12, 11 a.m. — noon. ages 18 and up. Join us to discuss our monthly book choice! Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Mystery Book Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Tuesday, May 23, 10 — 11 a.m. ages 18 & up. Join us to discuss our chosen mystery title for the month.

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

UPCOMING PROGRAMS FOR THE COCHRANE ROCKVILLE LIBRARY

First Friday Films at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Friday, May 5, 4 — 6 p.m. Round

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up the neighborhood crew and catch a full-length feature film the first Friday of every month!

Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Free Comic Book d a y at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. saturday, May 6 (all day) a ll ages. Celebrate Free Comic Book day with us at the library! stop by the branch for your free comic book, fun crafts, and a super-powered scavenger hunt! Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Read 2 Rover at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Thursday, May 18, 4:30 — 5:30 p .m. Grades K-2. Read 2 Rover provides comfort and motivation for beginning readers as they read aloud to Colby or Pepper, our therapy dogs. space is limited. Call the Rockville Branch Library at (804) 749-3146 or visit the library for more information to register for this rewarding program!

Paint a Rock! at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. s aturday, May 20, 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. Unleash your creativity by painting a rock (or several!). your finished project will help beautify our front garden! a ll supplies will be provided. Call (804) 7493146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Thursday Month Day,

ATHERHOLT, Mrs. Patricia Ward, 89, devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on Thursday, april 20, 2023. she was born on november 17, 1933, to nell Landward Ward and ar thur Ray Ward, in salt Lake City, Utah, where her father was Chief of the salt Lake City Fire department. she was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Helena Ward dover; and two nephews, Ray and Ron dover. Pat graduated from south High school in 1952 and went on to earn a teaching degree with honors at the University of Utah in 1956. While in college she married Kenneth Thomas atherholt, a fellow south High alumnus. The young couple relocated to southern California and raised their family in Long Beach until 1977. While in California, Pat taught in the public schools, and completed her master’s degree at California state University, Long Beach in 1975. she was active in many activities with her daughters, susan (born 1959) and Judith (born 1962), with extended family and with lifelong friends from Kallin avenue. The family moved to Virginia in 1977, living in Goochland County except for a brief return to California from 1981 to 1985. Back in southern California, they enjoyed their extended family and new friends from Fullerton First United Methodist Church, where they started and mentored a young adult group, resulting in a marriage and eventual namesake. In 1985 Pat and Ken returned to Virginia, settling in Goochland at the home they named Compromise. although she enjoyed teaching, Pat found her true calling as the e xecutive director of the Historic saint John’s Foundation. she and Ken were also active members of River Road United Methodist Church, serving as youth leaders, President of the United Methodist Women and many other roles over the years. Pat had many organizations she supported passionately, chief among those The elizabeth Kates Foundation and the Friends of the Goochland Library. she was extremely proud of the Goochland Branch Library, to which she devoted many years of fundraising. Goochland rewarded that devotion by naming her Christmas Mother in 2007, a role she cherished. nothing made Pat prouder, however, than her family, particularly her grandchildren, davis Ward showalter, Thomas Fox showalter and Kenna yan Wong. she is survived by her husband, Ken; daughters, sue (eric Wong) and Judee (edward showalter); grandchildren, davis, Thomas Fox and Kenna; niece, Catherine dover Ishikawa (yoshi); three great-nieces and their families; and a host of godchildren and extended family, as well as devoted friends from church, Goochland, California and beyond. Family and friends are invited to gather for a Memorial Celebration at River Road UMC on May 27 at 2 p.m., with a reception following in the social hall. Interment at st. John’s Church will be private. In lieu of flowers, the donations may be made to the elizabeth Kates Foundation, P.O. Box 64, Goochland, Va. 23063.

Patricia

Goochland conservation director announces bid for District 5 BOS seat

COMMUNITY REPORT

Jonathan Lyle, a conservation director for Goochland and current Chairman of the Monacan Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Directors, has announced his candidacy for the 5th District seat on Goochland’s Board of Supervisors.

“Since 2012, Goochland has been fortunate to have Ken Peterson serve as the fifth district supervisor,” Lyle said. “With Ken’s announced retirement, I hope to continue serving Goochland, but in a different role, via service on the Board of Supervisors. Ken – and his fellow board members – have set a high bar for the board members who will be elected in November. Goochland’s finances have never been stronger. Our schools have made tremendous advancements in academic performance. Goochland has made continuous investments in public safety these past twelve years. Ken cannot be replaced, but his hard work and

efforts can be continued.”

Lyle noted that, if elected, he will work to see county government focus on three fundamental deliverables: public safety, traffic and roads, and public education.

“There is a bona fide role for government in our daily lives, but I do not believe that government can meet – or try to solve – every life challenge an individual faces,” Lyle said. “I believe Goochland’s budget outlays should begin with those services that benefit the county’s residents as a whole.”

Lyle said that he considers public safety to be about more than law enforcement. “It is also our fire-fighters and emergency medical services providers,” Lyle said.

“While the County can’t park an ambulance and fire truck in every homeowner’s driveway, there is a need to measure and enhance

Goochland’s evolving First Responder services as practicable.”

Lyle also commented on the need to manage growth in the county, especially as it impacts traffic and the county’s road system.

“I am an advocate for ‘growing gracefully’ in Goochland” Lyle said. “I do not believe Goochland’s growth should occur by seeing undue disruption and a degrading of services to current Goochland citizens. When new developments and rezoning requests are presented to the board, a fundamental question I will ask is: ‘Will Goochland as a county be better off if this rezoning or new development is approved?’ I believe in property rights: I recognize growth will occur, but a request for a change in zoning does not guarantee approval.”

Lyle also emphasized his interest in seeing Goochland broaden its business tax base.

“In 2023, 85% of the tax revenue received by the county comes

from residential real estate and personal property taxes,” Lyle said. “I would like to see growth in business tax revenue so that the county’s revenues are 30% business based and 70% residential based. That will decrease the burden on homeowners to fund needed county services.”

Lyle also noted his support for balanced funding for Goochland’s schools.

“Goochland’s schools have done a brilliant job in ‘doing more with less’ the past decade,” Lyle said. “Sixty-three percent of Goochland schools’ $40 million annual operating budget comes from the county. That is almost $10,000 in local funding per year per student in Goochland’s schools. That’s a significant number. But done properly, that $26 million will be an investment that pays dividends” Lyle said.

Lyle and his wife Larisa have lived in Manakin Sabot, where they raised their three children, since 1991. Sons Duncan and

Courtland reside in Binghamton New York and Indianapolis, respectively. Daughter Jane lives in Sydney, Australia.

Lyle is an Army veteran, having enlisted in 1972 after graduating from high school and served with the 194th Armored Brigade. Upon completing three years of active duty, he enrolled at Bridgewater College where he received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Economics and Business Administration.

His career path includes working with Southern Bank/Jefferson Bancshares and with North American Communications Group. In 1986, he was a co-founding partner in Response Marketing Group (RMG), a direct marketing agency that grew to 120 employees and 10 offices across the United States, with satellite offices in Australia, Russia and Canada. After the sale of RMG, Lyle started Metis/ American Marketing in 1996, and

COMMUNITY REPORT

GoochlandCares is currently among the 11% of non-profits nationwide that have achieved the distinction of both integrating volunteers in meaningful and strategic ways and creating a welcoming and supportive experience for the volunteers themselves.

As a Service Enterprise, GoochlandCares can fulfill its mission to provide basic human services and health care to Goochland neighbors in need. “Because volunteers and staff work side-by-side we can effectively increase our impact in our client’s lives,” said Dominic Alexander, GoochlandCares volunteer engagement director.

GoochlandCares is recognized

for an exceptional culture of volunteer engagement, as evidenced by the 200 regular volunteers who come week after week to ensure that clients get the food, clothing, health care, and support they need. Furthermore, GoochlandCares relies on volunteers in leadership roles like training new volunteers, supervising group projects and providing special skills. Sincere thanks and congratulations to GoochlandCares’ fantastic volunteers, staff members, and Board of Directors. Questions about volunteering should be directed to the GoochlandCares website, GoochlandCares.org or to Dominic Alexander at (804) 556-0400, dalexander@ goochlandcares.org.

COMMUNITY REPORT

Hurricane season is June 1 to Nov. 30 each year. Now is the time to get ready. See the Hurricane Preparedness Checklist below to know what to do before the storm, during the storm, and after the storm. Resources to help prepare are provided at the end of the checklist.

Before the storm

„ Review or create your emergency plan.

„ Put together a family communication plan.

„ Sign up for Goochland’s Code Red alerts at www.goochlandva.us.

„ Build an emergency kit.

„ Check or get flood insurance.

„ Remember the needs of your pets.

During the storm

„ Keep in mind impacts can be felt far from the coast.

„ Secure your home.

„ Continue to follow alerts and warnings.

„ If safe to do so, check on your neighbors.

„ After the storm

„ Continue to follow alerts and warnings.

„ Don’t drive through roads covered in water – “Turn Around, Don’t Drown!”

„ Practice generator safety.

„ Protect yourself while cleaning up and wear the right gear.

„ Save your phone battery

for emergencies. Text instead. Planning Resources

„ www.Ready.gov

„ www.nhc.noaa.gov

„ www.weather.gov/hurricanesafety

„ https://www.floodsmart. gov/

„ https://hurricanestrong. org/

„ http://www.ready.gov/ animals

„ https://www.redcross. org/

Contact Goochland County Fire-Recue and Emergency Services (804-556-5304) if you have emergency preparedness questions.

—Submitted by Goochland County Fire-Rescue

County's GoochlandCares recertified as Service Enterprise Organization and Point of Light

Goochland Fire-Rescue urges residents to prepare for upcoming hurricane season

Lyle

Finding time to hit the road

ROSLYN RYAN

Here’s a question for you: When was the last time you went for a drive?

Has it been a while?

A quick clarification: I’m not talking here about your daily commute to work, or your weekly pilgrimage to the store for groceries, or even your last trip out of town. I’m asking, more specifically, about the last time you walked out of your house,

got in the car with no destination in mind, and just drove. In the interest of full disclosure I must note that it’s been a while for me too. In fact, if I’m thinking back to the last time I found myself out on the roads just for the sheer joy of driving—radio on, window down, no particular destination in mind—the distance would best be measured in years.

I doubt that I’m alone on this. For so many of us,

the pace and pressures of life these days necessitate that time behind the wheel must be productive. When we drive, most of us are definitely going somewhere, preferably as quickly and efficiently as possible, with a focus on getting things accomplished. Some of us take this a step further and somehow manage to return phone calls (handsfree, hopefully) and have “meetings” en route from

one place to another, though I’ve never quite gotten the hang of that. Maybe part of the reason many of us don’t think to “go for a drive” is that we often take our own surroundings somewhat for granted. Over the course of my driving life I’ve had the very good fortune to have lived in a few places where going “out for a drive” meant taking in some of the most beautiful and inspiring

scenery one could imagine. During a few months spent in New Mexico there were long, late-afternoon drives through the desert, where the setting sun reflecting off the rock formations created a glow and a color palette that is hard to describe to this day.

I also lived in Maine, for a time, a state that rewards visitors with

Please see RYAN, Page 7

Search for perfect dress ended at home

MARY LONG MOBLEY

Contributing Columnist

Editor’s note: The following is part of a continuing series in which we ask readers to share a true story with us—any story— as long as it happened to them or a family member. Do you have a story to tell? Send it news@powhatantoday.com.

When my husband and I were invited to a semi-formal work-related event, I sailed into dress mode like a 16-year-old dreaming of

prom night, envisioning chic bliss in the perfect dress, albeit in a Beverly Hillbillies sort of way. Thus the search began. I ransacked racks of clothes at department stores and dress shops where I found selections in small sizes a pittance compared to the abundance in size 16. My choices were also limited by my ever-pragmatic frame of mind that refused to let me pay an outrageous amount for an outfit I would likely wear

only once.

When my shopping efforts produced no workable results and my options were dwindling, I dropped in on a secondhand boutique of gentlyused designer castoffs. There I came close to snatching a spaghettistrapped bargain but its floor-length made it too formal, and shortening the hem would have ruined the lines. Next I persuaded my husband to come with me to a bridal shop where the sweetest

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salesgirl hung a mix of styles in my fitting room, including some that were cut to flatter Marilyn Monroe’s curves or Tina Turner’s legs. After flinging more than half a dozen dresses off hangers and over my head, I walked out the door empty-handed alongside my husband, both of us downtrodden and exhausted.

On the way to the car, he said to me, “As well as you can sew, you ought to just make a dress.” I responded by telling him

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that I would not even consider such an undertaking, even though I could handle a needle and thread quite well and had been in stitches most of my life.

I reminded him that I grew up poor and wore homemade clothes out of necessity, and that I still associated one with the other, and that through hard work I had risen above my meager beginnings and left my homemade clothes

Please see MOBLEY, Page 7

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dan Linnabary, Worshipful Master of dewitt Clinton Masonic Lodge #141, recently provided a donation of over 115 pairs of socks to Rhonda Weaver, GoochlandCares Clothes Closet Manager. dewitt Clinton Masonic Lodge is located at 1800 Hawk town Rd, in Maidens. The Lodge meets on the third Thursday of each month, with dinner starting at 6:30 p.m. anyone interested in what the lodge is all about is encouraged to join the group for dinner or send an email to dwclinton@gmail.com.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Extension Office a true asset to Goochland

Dear Editor,

My wife and I had the pleasure of attending the Goochland County Ag Fair this spring, and recently I was able to attend a Pond Workshop coordinated by the Goochland County Extension Office. I was impressed by the great information available for residents at both of these programs. Particular thanks to Bob Whitehead, Nicole Shuman, and Mackenzie Gunn for the expertise they shared. The Extension Office offers many wonderful programs and services from which residents will benefit.

Doug Knapp Goochland

PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY THE DEWITT CLINTON MASONIC LODGE #141

Group urging farmers to monitor mental health

COMMUNITY REPORT

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is reminding farmers that a small gesture can go a long way for a loved one who’s not OK.

The AFBF is focusing on the power of relationships this year—both as a tool for helping farmers cope with stress, and as a lifeline for those struggling with depression, suicidal thoughts or substance misuse.

During May, AFBF is challenging members to reach out to friends, neighbors and fellow farmers by send-

ing a text or note, or calling to check on them.

“You never quite know what someone is going through,” said Jeremy Daubert, a Virginia Cooperative Extension agent and recent guest on Virginia’s Young Farmers Podcast with Laura Siegel, AgriSafe health communications officer.

AgriSafe, a national network of agricultural resources and trainings, created the AgriStress Helpline, which is available 24/7 in Virginia. Farmers can call or text 833-897-2474 to speak directly with a healthcare professional, and crisis

specialists have access to a Virginia-specific database of agricultural and health resources. Hosted by Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers Ashley Kuhler and Morgan Slaven, the podcast episode emphasized the importance of recognizing stress in a friend or a loved one, particularly among farmers.

“They can’t just take a week off here or take a month off there. It’s day in, day out, and that stress really has a detrimental impact on mental and physical health,” Daubert said.

The farming population is

3.5 times more likely than the general population to die by suicide, according to Siegel.

Poor mental health also can lead to increased risk of injury on the farm, according to Becky Broaddus, a member of the VFBF Farm Safety Advisory Committee and a leader of mental health trainings for those who work with farmers.

Common barriers to farmers seeking mental health counseling include accessibility to counselors, the need to take time away from the farm, admitting that a problem exists, and the stigma associated with seeking help,

said Broaddus.

A 2021 AFBF survey suggests that stigma surrounding mental health among rural adults has decreased by 11% since 2019, but 61% of the 2,000 rural adults surveyed still agree it is an obstacle to seeking help.

“The farm community can help fight this stigma by working together to recognize signs and symptoms, encouraging those who need help to get it, supporting those who are struggling, and by not being afraid to say something or do something,” Broaddus said.

Any change in behavior

can be a sign that a loved one or friend is struggling. Common signs of distress include nervousness, agitation or irritability, excessive crying or sleeping, changes in personal relationships, or avoidance or withdrawal.

“If you know someone is struggling but you’re not sure what to do, start by just listening to them,” Broaddus said. “You don’t have to fix the problem; just listen, and be there.”

Visit AFBF’s Farm State of Mind website for more information.

—Submitted by Virginia Farm Bureau

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incredible scenery at any time of year, but most notably in the fall when the leaves change and the winding roads beckon.

Perhaps it’s because I’ve lived in this area for so many years that I forgot how good our own roads can be for driving, especially once you get out past the more densely populated areas.

I know I’m certainly guilty of being so caught up with whatever task I’m trying to accomplish or problem I’m

Mobley

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behind. I further explained that my sewing skills were cut out for quilts and crafts and that making a proper garment, like baking the perfect pound cake, takes practice.

My cry-me-a-river dis-

trying to solve that I forget to take notice of anything else.

Last Saturday, however, after an afternoon spent with a few good friends, I found myself driving home just as the sun was dipping low and the light dappling the trees was golden. The road was winding gently, the window was down and there was bluegrass on the radio. For a moment I felt that familiar joy of having miles of unexplored road ahead and no particular place to be. While years ago I might have just kept driving, this time I did go home. I fed my dogs. I answered some

sipated into the wind as my husband’s negotiation skills kicked in. He can be persuasive at times and at times I can be receptive. The next thing I knew, we were in Piece Goods collaborating on a pattern, even though I had not sewn a dress since Mr. Carter’s presidency.

Back at home I pulled

e-mail. I threw in a load of towels, made a grocery list and went about the business of being an adult with the kinds of responsibilities that can sometimes crowd out the ability to do things “just because.”

But I also vowed that I would do what I could to find time every once in a while for a good long drive, not for any particular reason other than the pure joy of it. Hopefully, I’ll see you out there too.

Do you have a favorite place to drive, or memories of a special road trip? Tell us about it at news@powhatantoday.com.

several yards of sunshineyellow gabardine from a stash of relics and made a prototype of the asymmetrical one-shouldered dress, learning again that following directions is easy but obtaining the right fit is challenging. Undeterred, I pinned and re-pinned before heading to the fabric store again

LDVnet in 2000. Both companies continued a focus on financial services and business-tobusiness direct and database marketing.

In 2009 Lyle’s new firm, Highway Information Media (HIMedia) was hired by Virginia’s Department of Transportation and Virginia’s Tourism Corporation. HIMedia’s assignment was to create a distribution system and manage

to purchase two yards of satiny black fabric and a zipper.

I cut out the dress a second time then pressed the foot pedal of my Kenmore with tenacity and apprehension. My perseverance paid off and soon a dress that I liked emerged from my sewing machine but it lacked pizzazz. After yet

the tourism marketing and messaging at Virginia Tourism’s 12 Visitor Welcome Centers and at VDOT’s 33 Safety Rest Areas across Virginia.

Lyle was elected by Goochland’s voters to the Monacan Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Directors as a Goochland Director in 2011.

He was re-elected in 2015, and again in 2019.

He currently serves as Chairman of the sixmember board. In 2020

Lyle was also elected a Director of the Gooch -

land Farm Bureau by the c ounty’s Farm Bureau members.

Lyle is a member of the Goochland Rotary Club; the Goochland Chamber of Commerce; the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging Travel Association (VRLTA); the Goochland NAACP and the Goochland County Republican C ommittee. He is a Life Member of the NRA, and has been a member of the Sports Backers’ Marathon Training Team since 2009.

—Submitted by Jonathan Lyle

another shopping trip, I spent two hours handstitching a sequinned trim around the neckline, across the shoulder and back. When the time came for the once-in-a-lifetime affair, I put on the dress and zipped it up, free of any homegrown shame or psychological snags.

The dress still hangs in

the archives of my closet, nestled between skirts and blazers leftover from my office years. As predicted, I only wore it once, but a few dollars and a trifle of hours turned out to be well spent.

A little bit of grit goes a long way, especially when you throw in some sequins and satin.

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Rollison’s walk-off beats Titans in defensive thriller

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

There was something different about the Trinity Episcopal Titans when they stepped onto Newell Field to take on the Collegiate Cougars just days after hosting them at their own ballpark.

In the first matchup on May 2, the Cougars dug the Titans into a 9-0 hole by the bottom of the third inning and ultimately ended the game in five innings with a 16-3 win led by Hayden Rollison’s pitching and a fourRBI evening from Miles Prusek.

With the Cougars at 15-4-1 on the season and ranked third in the last VISAA polls, it made sense they’d overpower the 3-14-1 Titans with ease, but with a quick turnaround and a rematch awaiting them on May 5, they surprised everyone in attendance and gave the Cougars one of their most thrilling battles of the season.

In a game that featured a combined six hits between the two teams, just one run separated the two opponents, with that run coming in clutch fashion on a walk-off single from Rollison that sent home a jubilant Jett Bristow and handed the Cougars a 1-0 win to move to 17-4-1 on the year.

While the result came down to Rollison’s go-ahead ground ball, the battle was defined by the three pitchers that controlled the game and the defenses behind them that continually impressed with play after play to crush potential on-base chances.

For the Cougars, efforts from Mason Quigley and Malcolm Pace helped maintain the shutout, with Quigley getting the start and putting in excellent work in his four-inning appearance that included four strikeouts and just two hits allowed.

When Pace entered the game in the top of the fifth, he closed the game out brilliantly, striking out three batters and not allowing a

single Titan to reach a bag.

Pace entered the game with two outs and runners on first and second, but kept the Titans from creating further damage thanks to a line out caught by senior Hank Shield.

In the top of the sixth inning, he delivered two strikeouts, one on a 3-2 count for the first out and later throwing three consecutive strikes for the third out. Pace and the defense continued to deliver when the Titans trotted back onto the field in the top of the seventh, where a Hartley Rahman throw to first baseman Jack Callaghan got the first out and Mitchell caught a shot down left field for the second. Need -

ing one more out, Pace again was up to the task, getting another strikeout on a 3-2 count to give his team a chance to win at the very end of the game.

On the Trinity side, senior Carter Schuma was instrumental in keeping Collegiate scoreless until the seventh, tossing six strikeouts and allowing four hits during the entirety of the game.

Two of those hits came from Bristow, who recorded a triple in the fourth inning with a deep shot down right field that the Titans outfielder struggled to locate and later a double in the seventh with a center field slam.

If Bristow’s hitting gave the

Collegiate offense life, it was sophomore Carter Mitchell who gave them hope, hitting a ground ball where he wasn’t able to make it to first, but got Bristow safely to third with Rollison coming up next with just one out.

With all eyes on Rollison and Bristow eagerly awaiting the chance to book it to home, it took just one pitch for Rollison to connect with an in-play hit, which got him to first, Bristow to home and their teammates out of the dugout and back onto the field to celebrate the gamewinning play.

It was the second time this season that the Cougars have

had a game decided by one run, with the other also coming at home and resulting in a win against Highland on April 19.

With two games remaining on the regular season schedule and the VISAA State Tournament starting its first round on May 15, the Cougars have a few more chances to gain more momentum before the postseason, where they’re slated as a favorite to win it all among a handful of strong contenders like Benedictine, Cape Henry Collegiate and St. Paul VI.

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

PHOTO BY ROBBY FLETCHER

Collegiate sophomore Jett Bristow slides into third on a hit by Carter Mitchell and soon after makes it to home on a seventh inning walk-off single by Hayden Rollison that gave the Collegiate Cougars a 1-0 win over Trinity episcopal on May 5.

Gators nearly stage second half comeback against Veritas Lions

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

The Veritas Lions have had few hiccups during the course of the 2022-23 season, currently holding onto a 13-3-4 record, a third place standing in the LIS and the No. 2 spot in the mo st recent VISAA Division II polls.

One team that’s given the Lions some of their toughest battles this year has been the Saint Gertrude Gators, who have lost in both meetings, but played some of their best soccer of the season against them.

The first meeting was decided by a single goal from Veritas sophomore Keira Goodlett on April 3, but the second meeting on May 3 would showcase much more offense from both sides, this time seeing the Lions jump out to a 2-0 lead before the Gators cut that deficit in half early in the second half and nearly tied the game before the final whistle.

Both of Veritas’ goals came before the midway point of the first half, with goals from Eleanor Martin and Sarah Grace White putting them on top.

Despite the 2-0 deficit, it was a promising half of play from the Gators, who moved the ball efficiently with crisp short passing and sound spacing that led to shots on goal that made the keeper work.

In the second half, that ball

movement carried over, with players like Erin Shaia, Alexa Marshall and Madeleine Winkelmann working together in the attacking half to generate some truly threatening runs inside the 18-yard box.

Controlling the middle of the field was Shaia, who was active in sending runs to her forwards and even putting a few shots toward the net, including a long-range free kick that nearly soared over the outreached glove

of the keeper five minutes into the half.

One such run paid off with a goal, as Winkelmann timed a run perfectly to earn a breakaway opportunity that ended with her poking the ball past the goalie to

make it a 2-1 game with 30 minutes remaining.

After that goal, the Gators continued to put pressure on the Lions defense, nearly tying the game with a chance set up by a sky ball from Shaia to Ava Riddick that was just out of Riddick’s reach before the goalie scooped up the ball.

Later, Riddick sent in an accurate cross that led to clutter in the box that almost benefitted the attacking Gators when Marshall got a shot off that just went past the goal with five minutes remaining.

With time running out, the Gators got one last chance on a run created by Shaia to Winkelmann, who was inches away from running onto the ball with a clear path to the goal before it was cleared again by the goalie.

Though the whistle sounded and Veritas was the one to celebrate the hard-earned victory, it was one of Saint Gertrude’s best battles of the season. Two days later, the Gators ended their regular season with a 2-1 win over Grace Christian School, the top-ranked team in VISAA Division III.

With a 4-11 record entering the postseason, the Gators start off the LIS Tournament with a matchup against St. Catherine’s (3-11-2) and hope their strong play to close the season translates to playoff success.

Saints-Cadets baseball game raises $13,500 for Jacob’s Chance

TIM PEARRELL Richmond Times-Dispatch

The St. Christopher’s and Benedictine baseball teams raised $13,500 in their annual meeting at RF&P Park to benefit Jacob’s Chance on April 15.

Jacob’s Chance is a nonprofit organization that “enriches lives by empowering individuals 5-40 years old with developmental, intellec-

tual, and/or physical disabilities through inclusive programs that promote personal development and positive relationships,” according to its website.

Under Saints coach Tony Szymendera and Cadets coach Sean Ryan, the schools have raised about $63,000 since the fundraising event began in 2010. The teams raise money online

and through “pass the hat” donations at the game. Admission is free.

“The support of St. Christopher’s and Benedictine’s baseball teams and school communities has enabled us to grow and develop many new programs,” Kate Mardigian, founder and executive director of Jacob’s Chance, said in a release. “It’s safe to say that we

wouldn’t be where we are today without their support.”

Players from St. Christopher’s and Benedictine served as buddies for a game played by Jacob’s Chance athletes earlier in the day. Benedictine won the game that night 11-1.

“It’s always one of my favorite days of the year for a lot of reasons,” Ryan said. “One, it gets the kids out in the community. Tony and I have

always worked hard to encourage our players to be involved and to give back.

“And then on top of that, we typically are playing in front of a big crowd and it’s a night game, and there’s always a lot of people within the baseball community who come out to watch. It’s just been a tremendous experience all these years.”

PHOTO BY ROBBY FLETCHER

saint Gertrude midfielder erin shaia looks to send a long ball in the team’s road contest versus Veritas on May 3.

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TheCentervillePlanencompasses a northeastern areaoftheCountygenerallysouth ofInterstate64andwestfromtheHenricoCountyboundary, asshownonMap4, theCentervilleExistingLandUseMap.TheCentervillePlanwould replaceMap4, theCentervilleExistingLandUseMapinthe2035Plan,withMap5,theCenterville ProposedLandUseMap,andamendtheproposedlandusesandlanduseareasas shownonMap5,theCentervilleProposedLandUseMap.WithintheCentervillearea, itwould removetheselandusecategories:singlefamily residential,mediumdensity; suburban residential;commercial;semi-public;primeeconomicdevelopment; county/state/institutional; recreation/openspace;and100-yearfloodplain.

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WHEREAS,theobjectofthissuitistoSeekAllotmentinLieuofPartitionwithrespecttocertainparcelsofrealpropertyinGoochland County,Virginiacommonlyknownas 0River Road,GoochlandCounty,Virginia,andmore specificallyidentifiedasTaxMap#63-2-0-1-0, GPIN7723-38-5212andasTaxMap#63-2-0-20,GPIN7723-38-2027;itistherefore ORDEREDthatArthurEllis;JuliaC.Ellis;and LeroyDavisappearattheabove-namedcourt andprotecthis/herinterestsonorbefore July 14,2023at3:00PM ;

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GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21

A loved one may be hinting at a few things he or she wants to do with you, Gemini. Find the time to make these things happen. Let loose and have fun.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22

It could be tempting to hole up in a bookstore or a coffee shop for hours in the days ahead, Cancer. However, avoiding certain issues is not the way to go. Confront them head on.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, if you are going to leap, do so with both eyes open; otherwise, you may miss some of the dangers along the way. Always take the bigger picture into consideration.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, accept that you may be different from most of the people with whom you associate, and that is perfectly fine. What makes you unique is what others like about you.

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, explore all possibilities at work rather than pigeonholing yourself into one role. How will you know what things are like if you don’t try stuff out?

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

You may need to roll with the punches this week, Scorpio. Things are coming at you at a record pace and it could take a lot of effort to keep up. Learn and adapt as you go.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, even though you have been faced with a number of challenges lately, you have managed to come through with your head held high. Keep up the progress.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20

There’s not much that will bother you this week, Capricorn. It seems you have all of your ducks in a row. Enjoy this good fortune while it lasts.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18

Remarkable opportunities are coming your way, Aquarius. All you need to do is sit back and wait for them to start. There is no need to do much legwork in this situation.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20

Big changes can sometimes be scary, Pisces. But change is just what you need to do right now to spice things up.

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