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Giles Farm project a go, finally By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local After a decade of hearings, community meetings and revisions, a plan to develop the Giles Farm tract on Atlee Station Road gained approval from the Hanover Board of Supervisors at last Wednesday’s meeting. Ten years in the making, the final version finally receiving

the panel’s nod did not include a provision that allowed connectivity between adjacent neighborhoods, including Atlee Manor. Many residents of that subdivision, established in the 1960s, objected to a plan that would have connected their quiet streets to the entrance of the new development. Deputy county planner

David Maloney said his department was in favor of the plan that provided that connectivity, but the developer’s representatives said they could live with an option that did not connect the developments. The Virginia Department of Transportation approved both plans. Hanover planners have included connectivity in many

projects in recent years. The concept provides easy access between developments that eases traffic on main thoroughfares. In this case, residents said the cost of that connectivity was too high, and feared a signifiJim Ridolphi for The Local cant impact on their peaceful Many residents in Atlee Manor, established in the 1960s, said they felt their peaceful existence would be threatened if cars lifestyles. see GILES, pg. 13 `

were allowed to cut through their neighborhood in order to access the new Giles Farm Subdivision.

Lap Band giveaway taps two Hanover winners Secours Lap Band Weight Loss procedure giveaway and will have the operations performed at no cost. Two Hanover residents will undergo lifeThe two were chosen from more than 500 changing surgeries in the upcom- area residents who submitted applications for ing weeks at St. Mary’s Hospital the free surgery, designed to raise awareness in Richmond. of the obesity epidemic. Sarah Steele and John Steele will take the leap first entering the Greene are the recipients of hospital in the next few days for the Bon overnight surgery. The Jim Ridolphi for the Local local hairstylist said she John Greene, left, entered the contest after and Sarah Steele hearing about it on the address the press conference. radio. In addition to the obvious health benefits of the surgery,

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her motivation for seeking the operation is an unselfish desire to care for her infant son Evan. He was born with a serious kidney condition that could eventually require a transplant. At four feet, 11 inches, Steele was not a viable candidate to supply the needed organ due to her weight. “We’re happy to provide this for Sarah so she can go on and help her child,” said Dr. Matthew Brengman of Dominion Surgical Associates, the bariatric surgeon who will perform Steele’s operation. Steele, 26, said the surgery will allow her to donate a kidney to her son should that become necessary. “My main motivation for doing this is to see LAP BAND, pg. 13 `

Health care reforms guidelines a moving target for employers By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local To describe the recently passed Health Reform legislation as complicated might be an understatement. With different aspects of the program phased in over numerous years, it’s hard for the seasoned professional to understand the complicated guidelines. Members of the RASH

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Barksdale Theatre ready for 2011 at Hanover Tavern he 2011 season of the Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern will open on March 11 with “A Thousand Clowns” by Herb Gardner. Directed by Steve Perigard, the production will be presented through April 23 at Hanover Tavern, located at 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. Described as a benchmark of Broadway comedy, “A Thousand Clowns” produced one of the theatre’s most beloved roles: unconventional Murray (played in the Barksdale production by Scott Wichmann), uncle to precocious nephew, Nick. Tired of writing cheap comedy gags for “Chipper the Chipmunk,” a children’s television star, Murray finds himself unemployed with plenty of free time with which to pursue his pursuits. Lectured by his conventional brother Arnold and hounded by “the system,” Murray is paid a visit by bickering, uptight social workers Sandra and Albert, and finds himself solving their problems as well as most of his own. Tickets are $38, full price; and $24.75 to $28.50 for subscribers. On July 15, “Boeing-Boeing” will open under the direction of Bruce Miller. Running through Sept. 4, the play is by Marc Camoletti and adapted by Beverley Cross. Revived on Broadway in 2008 in a Tony-winning production, this 1960s French farce adapted for the Englishspeaking stage features self-styled Parisian lothario Bernard, who has French, German and American fiancees, each beautiful airline hostesses with frequent “layovers.” He keeps “one up, one down and one pending” until unexpected schedule changes bring all three to Paris and Bernard’s apartment at the same time. Tickets are $38, full price; and $24.75

to $28.50 for subscribers. “Bad Dates” by Theresa Rebeck is scheduled to run Sept. 23 to Nov. 6. “And then I realize, in this sort of strange, hallucinatory moment, that the bug guy is looking kind of good, and the things he’s saying about bugs are really kind of fascinating and it is then that I realized that maybe it has been too long since I’ve been on a date.” That is the confession of a single mother and self-described restaurant idiot-savant in what is being called a “thoroughly charming and slyly sweet one-woman play” by the author of “The Butterfly Collection” and “Spike Heels.” This idiosyncratic journey of self-discovery involving the Romanian mob, a Buddhist rainstorm, a teenage daughter, shoes — lots and lots of shoes — and a few very bad dates was a smash hit OffBroadway. Tickets for “Bad Dates,” which is being directed by Billy Christopher Maupin, are $38, full price; and $24.75 and $28.50 for subscribers. “Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas” by Bruce Craig Miller, with musical arrangements by H. Drew Perkins, is scheduled for Nov. 25 through Jan. 8. Directed Bruce Miller, the new musical is Inspired by the warm-hearted comedy of Appalachian folk tales, and filled with traditional carols played and sung live. The holiday heart-warmer brings to merry life the Christmas culture of southwest Virginia. Miller and Perkins, director and music director of the Barksdale’s “Smoke on the Mountain” trilogy, are creating this world premiere specifically for Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern. Tickets are $38, full price; and $24.75 to $28.50 for subscribers. To order tickets, call the Box Office at 282-2620 or purchase them online at www. BarksdaleRichmond.org.

9 COMMUNITY Abram Dean’s career is heating up since he headed West.

14 EDUCATION Hanover County Public Schools joins in historic kindergarten agreement.

38 SPORTS Local youth makes a Major League connection.

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School Board adopts $203.8 million budget By Katherine Calos Media General News Service The Hanover County School Board voted unanimously on Tuesday, Jan. 25, to adopt a $203.8 million budget that gives a 2.25 percent raise to teachers. The operating budget is $189.3 million, an increase of 1.6 percent. The board also adopted a 10-year capital improvement plan totaling $225.5 million. Next year’s school budget includes $14.5 million of that amount. More good news came in an analysis of instructional spending by all school districts in the state. Hanover County ranked at the top, with 67.9 percent of its budget spent on classroom instruction. Sue Forbes Watson, Ashland District board member, said she found it a significant accom-

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It’s time to get oﬀ the phone and drive OK, true confession time. Who hasn’t talked on a cell phone while driving? Here’s one who is guilty — and will admit it. While attempts are usually made to keep the conversation at a minimum, that’s not always the case. And who hasn’t seen someone dash through a light as it changes to red without any regard to the traffic in the intersection while talking on the phone? This is really frustrating when you become the near-victim of said driver. Three delegates — Vivian E. Watts, D-39; Charniele L. Herring, D46; and Kenneth R. Plum, D-36; — and two senators — Janet D. Howell, D-32; and Mary Margaret Whipple, D-31 — are the patrons of a bill that would amend and re-enact a state code pertaining “to the use of wireless telecommunications devices in motor vehicles.” The legislation reads: “It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a moving motor vehicle on the highways in the Commonwealth while using any cellular telephone or other wireless telecommunications device to: 1) Initiate or answer any call or talk on the device, regardless of whether it is configured for hands-free operation; 2) Manually enter multiple letters or text in the device as a means of communicating with another person; or 3) Read any email or text message transmitted to the device or stored within the device.” It will not apply to: 1) The operator of any emergency vehicle; 2) An operator who is lawfully parked or stopped; 3) The use of factory-installed or aftermarket global positioning systems (GPS) or wireless communications devices used to transmit or receive data as part of a digital dispatch system; 4) Any person using a cellular telephone or other wireless telecommunications device to report an emergency; or 5) The use of two-way citizens band radio devices. It’s doubtful anyone would disagree with those exceptions, but what are your thoughts on the “unlawful” part? Melody Kinser

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Pastor thanks Morehead, staff On behalf of the members of St. Paul Lutheran Church, I want to take a moment to thank and commend Charles Morehead and the staff of Bennett Funeral Home for being wonderful corporate citizens. Over the past five and a half years they have welcomed us into their chapel each and every Sunday morning allowing us to hold our Sunday School, Bible Study and Worship Services there. It was a blessing to the ministry of our congregation to be able to use their facilities. And it was truly a joy when we would arrive and be warmly greeted and welcomed by the caring staff there. They were always willing to do what was needed to help make us comfortable. Because of their assistance we have been able to boldly and faithfully proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ each week. I cannot express our gratitude enough. It is truly a joy to be in a community where such kindness is shown.

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Old Church TGIF event set Feb. 11 Some of the best cooks in Old Church will serve a homemade TGIF Supper on Valentine’s weekend at the Immanuel Episcopal Church from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 11. The menu will feature homemade Chicken Pot Pastry (chicken and vegetables baked in cream sauce wrapped in pastry), fresh green salad, red velvet cake and beverages. Dinners are $10 per person. Free hotdogs and chips will be available for kids. The meals are served on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not necessary, but advance orders are suggested. To place an order, or for more information, send an e-mail to immanoch@verizon.net or call 779-3454. Be sure to include your name, number of dinners requested and if you’d like take-out. Everyone is welcome. Get yours to go or dine in the parish house with your neighbors. Additional TGIF dinners will be scheduled throughout the year. Immanuel Church is located at 3263 Old Church Rd., in eastern Hanover County. Directions: From Mechanicsville, go east on U.S. 360 and turn right on Route 606 (Old Church Road) at West Store. Immanuel will be about 1.5 miles on the right. For more information, visit www.immanueloc.org or call 779-3454.

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HANOVER COUNTY Announces the 2011 CITIZENS’ PLANNING ACADEMY This is an opportunity for you to learn more about the planning process, the rules and regulations governing zoning and subdivisions, the legal bases for planning, planning for capital improvements, and ethics in the planning process. The course will include an opportunity for each participant to discuss the County’s future. The class will be limited to no more than thirty (30) participants and will meet on the following dates, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.: February 22, 2011 March 1, 2011 March 8, 2011 March 17, 2011 March 22, 2011 April 13, 2011 Each participant selected must commit to attend all the sessions. There is a fee of $30 per adult participant, to cover the cost of materials and refreshments. In selecting participants for the class, an effort will be made to achieve a broad-based representation of the community. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 4. 2011. Applicants selected to participate will be notified by the Hanover County Planning Office shortly thereafter. For additional information and to request an application form, contact: Sharlee K. D. Mills, Office Manager Hanover County Planning Office 7516 County Complex Road P.O. Box 470 Hanover Courthouse Hanover, Virginia 23069 365-6169 (Hanover, Doswell, Mechanicsville, Richmond) 227-3377 (Beaverdam, Montpelier) 798-6160 (Rockville) (Fax 804-365-6232) sdmills@co.hanover.va.us

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Appreciation for generosity I would like to express my sincere appreciation on behalf of the individuals and families that are served through Hanover Community Services Board’s Case Management/Supports Coordination Department, to all those who donated gifts to some of our struggling individuals and their families during the holidays. As in years past we have again been blessed with the generosity of others in our community. Hanover Community Services Intellectual Disabilities Support Coordination Services assists individuals with intellectual disabilities with navigating the system of care and getting connected to a wide array of services. Each Christmas the Case Management /Supports Coordination Department connects interested individuals, organizations and churches with the individuals we serve who have no family and/ or who are in need. This year, under the coordination of Darcy Umstead, support coordinator, 11 sponsors assisted a total of 49 individuals. We would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous donations: Saint Ann’s Catholic Church, Ashland Presbyterian Church, Lee-Davis High School’s Interact Club, Atlee High School’s JV & Varsity Girls Basketball Team, employees of the Virginia Auditor of Public Accounts Office, Owens Funeral Home in Ashland, Glinis Holcomb, Ellen Gilley, Kathleen Hudson, Kayellen Reisinger, and Anna Antell. The outpouring of support was phenomenal and some of the sponsors even dropped off gifts during the snow storm! On behalf of Hanover

Community Service’s Intellectual Disabilities Supports Coordination Services, I would like to give you all a great big “thank you!” You truly made the season brighter for many! Michele Elliott Program coordinator for Supports Coordination Hanover County Community Services Board Ashland

Double standard I feel compelled to respond to Toni Radler’s letter titled “It’s time to look past the Political rhetoric”. First of all, it is clearly evident to everyone that the tragic shooting in Tucson was committed by a deeply disturbed individual who was completely detached from reality, including any political rhetoric. It has been widely reported that Jared Loughner has harbored ill feelings toward Congressman Gabrielle Giffords and other authority figures, including the teachers and professors at Pima Community College, for a period of time that predates the Tea Party and the national emergence of Gov. Sarah Palin. The premise that individuals on the far right are responsible in any way is so flawed it should embarrass the Democratic vice chair. Radler, who is silent about the vitriolic hatred of President George W. Bush, which the left spewed for eight years, is more than happy to trash those Americans who have merely attempted to persuade and argue passionately for their political beliefs. She contends the peaceful uprising of a concerned citizenry opposed to the policies and ideology of our Democratic president and both houses of Congress have contributed to a climate of hate.

I might add that given the results of the election in November, the majority of us share these concerns. I agree with Radler when she calls on all to stop demonizing and vilifying our leaders but the difference being that she and many of her fellow Democrats would only have us tone down our criticism of elected officials when they are members of her party. According to her logic, we should check our constitutional rights of speech, peaceful assembly, to petition our government for a redress of grievances, and, yes, the right to keep and bear arms at the door and blindly and obediently follow our dear leader Obama and his regime. Rahm Emanuel has trained the Democrats well; they never fail to take advantage of a crisis and they certainly do not let the facts stand in their way. This tragic and heinous act resulted from the failure of the family and the community to identify and commit a very sick individual in their midst and had nothing to do with political rhetoric. Joseph Nowlin Hanover Republican Committee Ashland Magisterial District chair Mechanicsville

Embarrassed by letter As a moderate Democrat, I must admit that I was very embarrassed by Toni Radler’s extremely one-sided agenda laden letter that was entitled, It’s time to look past the political rhetoric. After essentially laying blame on things like Thomas Jefferson quotes, Sarah Palin, the TEA Party, and gun owners for the Arizona shooting spree, she proceeds to make the statement, “It’s time for all of us to look at our words and images.” After picking my jaw up off

the floor, I thought this article should have been entitled, It’s time to overlook the past political rhetoric from my side and her quote should have read, “It’s time for all of us except me and mine to look at our words and images.” This title and her quote could easily be justified when she was willing to so blatantly overlook recent quotes by, of all people, the president of the United States of America! “If they bring a knife to the fight, we bring a gun” “If you get hit, we’ll punch back twice as hard” “Argue with your neighbors, get in their faces” “The Republicans can come along but they have to ride in the back” In November’s elections, he urges Latino voters to, “punish our enemies . . . “ LaToya Brown Mechanicsville

Senate needs a change The rules governing how business is done in the U.S. Senate need to be changed. The filibuster is not in the Constitution. It takes only 41 senators to completely obstruct/ prevent debate and prevent an up or down vote. Sen. Tom Udall and his colleagues have proposed a strong package to change this. The proposed rule change would end filibusters on motions to begin debate and would force senators waging a filibuster to actually stay on the floor and engage in debate. That would give the minority the right to be heard but would also allow the Senate to conduct its business without endless delays. The Senate should approve this package. Sen. Mark Warner has already co-sponsored this reform and I hope that Sen. Jim Webb will see fit to do likewise. Roger Hildreth Richmond

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Abram Dean’s career continues to heat up The Christmas season proved an exciting time for the teen. He recorded “The Greatest Gift for Me,” ince relocating to Dallas to which was posted on his Facebook fan pursue an entertainment page — http://www.facebook.com/#!/ career, Mechanicsville native abramdean — and is available on Abram Dean has been making iTunes. The song is his first to make the rounds on the West Coast. its way into the iTunes library. Last month, he participated in When he learned his song would the National Association of Music be published by iTunes, Debbie said Merchants (NAMM) event in her son was “three feet off the ground Anaheim, Calif., and also accompanied Linda Septien, whose entertain- today.” He wrote, sang and played guitar ment group is guiding his career, to for the recording. Hollywood Records. But that’s not all for Abram. He also has been approached about submitting a song to Happy Madison Productions, which is owned and operated by Adam Sandler. That song, his mom said, could become part of a movie starring Sandler, Jennifer Aniston and Nicole Kidman. The movie is now in post-production. “We haven’t heard back from them Photo submitted by Debbie Lunsford yet as to if it will be used,” Debbie Abram Dean, a Mechanicsville teen who moved to Dallas last summer to pursue a career in the entertainment said, “but Abram is ecstatic that they industry, has had a busy winter. would even ask for him to submit the in Dallas. Family movie entitled “A Cinderella His mother, Debbie Lunsford, who song.” “We haven’t heard “Needless to say,” his mom added, Story.” She said the movie “takes place moved with Abram to Texas last sumback from them “he’s really excited about that!” During the Christmas holidays, mer, said NAMM is “the largest show in Hawaii and the song he was asked (Adam Sandler’s “We are loving Dallas and things he performed at Six Flags Over Texas, to submit is ‘Aloha Baby’,” which he of its kind.” She said it was a “who’s company, Happy are going great, but, ” Debbie added, with other master students in the who” of celebrities, with singers, musi“there is certainly no place like Madison Productions) cians and actors. home!” Abram Dean is on Facebook at as to if it will be used, Abram, who decided to follow his As her son continues on his career www.facebook.com/#!/abramdean dream after capturing the Hanover but Abram is ecstatic path, Debbie also said “It’s so nice to Junior Idol title, played back-up guitar that they would even have people back home rooting for at NAMM. ask for him to submit him.” Linda Septien Entertainment Group performed for the first time at the One of his personal favorites in the song.” A new website — http://www. class. Hanover Tomato Festival. the industry – Mechanicsville’s own DEBBIE LUNSFORD abramdean.com/ — for Abram will And, he will be showcasing his talAbram’s winter schedule also Jason Mraz – also attended the event Abram Dean’s mother ents on June 12 at the House in Blues be available in the spring. included an audition for an ABC in Anaheim.

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Richmond, died peacefully in her sleep on Jan. 25, 2011. She was predeceased by her son, Dr. R. Pryor Baird III in 2010; and her husband, Roger P. Baird Jr. in 2000. Her survivors include Anne Baird Newman and her husband, Dr. Robert Joseph Newman, of Greenville, N.C., and their daughters, Lesley Pryor Newman of Tucson, Arizona, and Sara Virginia Newman of Seattle, Washington. Sara graduated from Jackson High School in Georgia in 1938, and received a B.A. degree in journalism at Mercer University in 1942. She was employed by the Army Air Corps at Warner Robins Field, Macon, Georgia. Before leaving the U.S. Air Force she was a Civilian Personnel Officer at Andrews Air Force Base. While living in Washington, D.C., she received a Master of Arts degree in government and public administration. She married Roger Pryor Baird Jr. of Richmond on Jan. 21, 1950. In 1961, she began work as a teacher at Collegiate School. Sara took additional course work through the University of Virginia, University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University, including classes in economics. Her last years of work at Collegiate involved developing an economics education program for K-12 grades. As the administrator of this program supported by the E. Angus Powell Endowment, Sara trained teachers and assisted other schools in developing economic programs. Sara enjoyed being active in River Road Church, Baptist, the Republican Party, the Tuckahoe Woman’s Club, the Tuckahoe Artists’ Association and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, where she studied

painting for many years. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to River Road Church, Baptist. There was a graveside service at Westhampton Memorial Park Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011.

and husband, Milton Douglas; brother, Mickey Fleming, and family; and two precious dogs, Genie and Holly. She was preceded in death by father, Jim C. Fleming, and brother, Jimmy Fleming Jr. Tudie was born on Oct. 15, 1949 in Newton Grove, N.C. William Randolph Black, 88, of Mechanicsville, She met Jack at Bill’s Barbeque in Virginia in 1968. They were passed away Wednesday, Jan. wed on Nov. 8, 1969. Tudie 26, 2011. He is survived by his and Jack were happily marloving, devoted, best friend of ried for 42 years. She enjoyed over 68 years, his wife, Helen a warm cup of coffee and O. Black; daughter, Joanne B. finding a bargain anywhere Sanders (Richard Robinson); possible. The family received son, Randy Black (Barfriends on Tuesday, Jan. 25, bara); sister, Ruby Lee Black; 2011 at the Mechanicsville brother, Harold Black (Ann); Chapel of Bennett Funeral grandchildren, Jeffery S. Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Sanders, Lauren M. Cochran A private memorial will be (Mike); and great-grandchilheld for the family at a later dren, Owen Michael Carpendate. ter and Ryleigh Elise Cochran. The family would like to give a special thank you to Roy Thomas Edwards, caregivers and special friends, 67, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Danielle Clark, Brenda Silva and Nancy Williams. William Jan. 21, 2011. He was the was district manager for over son of the late Norville and Ruth Lee Edwards and was 40 years for VEPCO Power preceded in death by his first Company and was an Army wife, Margaret Bradshaw veteran, serving during WW Edwards. He is survived by II in the European Theatre. his wife, Susan Chadwick The family received friends Friday, Jan. 28, 2011 at Nelsen Edwards; children, JoEllen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Labur- Osiecki, David Edwards and num Ave. A graveside service Stacey Atkinson; stepchildren, Nathan Campbell and Ashley was held Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011 at Washington Memorial Ellis; grandchildren, Matthew, Andrew, Katelyn, Lisa, Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Brandon, Ashleigh, Steven American Heart Association, and Fallon; sister, Betty Ruth 4217 Park Place Ct., Glen Al- Martin; and brother, Bobby Edwards. He was the founder len, Va. 23060. and owner of Roy’s Auto Susan Fleming Combs, Body Shop of Glen Allen, Va. He was a Harley enthusiast “Tudie”, lost her battle with and a proud owner of Gercancer on Jan. 22, 2011. Her man Shepherds. The family precious memories are left bereceived friends on Monday, hind with her loving husband, Jan. 24, 2011 at the MechanJohn W. Combs III “Jack”; deicsville Chapel of Bennett Fuvoted children, Angie Young neral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis and Ernie Combs; grandson, Road, where a funeral service Christopher Combs; mother, was held on Tuesday, Jan. 25, Virginia Fleming; sister, Alice

2011. Graveside services followed at Signal Hill.

William Staples Engleby Jr.,“Dink”, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011. Son of W.S. and Mary Will White Engleby, Dink was born August 9, 1924 in Bedford County and grew up in Roanoke, Va. He trained as a Navy pilot during WW II and graduated from Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 1948. Dink and his wife, Jeanne, lived the past 44 years in Ashland. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed hunting, was a member of Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church and was active with the Ashland Kiwanis Club. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jeanne Moore Engleby; sister, Jane Engleby Haynie of Roanoke, Va.; children, Lynn Engleby Foster of Henrico, Va., Kay Engleby Chelena and her husband, Vince, of Charlotte, N.C., William Staples Engleby III and his wife, Laura, of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Leah Engleby Moss and her husband, Ray, of Montpelier, Va.; and grandchildren, Elizabeth Engleby Foster, Matthew Charles Foster, Steven Daniel Foster, Sallie Will Foster and their father, Steve Foster, Jennifer Rae Moss, Jamie Leah Moss, Sara Jeanne Chelena, Carl Vincent Chelena IV and William “Wilson” Wainwright Engleby. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the charity of your choice. A celebration of Dink’s life was held Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, at Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church, Ashland, Va. The family received friends immediately following in the church fellowship hall. see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 `

E. Heath Sr. and his wife, Deanna; eight grandchildren; Continued from pg. 10 b 10 great-grandchildren; and her half-brother, Melvin Joe E. Evans, “PaPa”, 86, Martin. Her family wants of Mechanicsville, went to to thank Anita Webb, her be with the Lord on Suncaregiver, and her family who day, Jan. 23, 2011. He was took such wonderful care of preceded in death by his wife, her in her last few years. The Ethelyn Evans, both retired family received friends at from American Tobacco Woody Funeral Home-Atlee Company. He was a member Chapel on Wednesday, Jan. of VFW Post #10657 and is 26, 2011. A graveside service survived by his sons, Denwas held Thursday, Jan. 27, nis (Debbie) and Danny; 2011 at Gethsemane Church grandchildren, Joey (Jessica), of Christ Cemetery. In lieu of Kristy, Jimmy and Dawnee flowers, please make dona(Ryan); eight great-grandtions to Pole Green Church children; his brother, Sam; of Christ or a favorite charity. and sisters, Ada, Annie and Ruth. The family received Patricia H. Giannotti, friends Wednesday, Jan. 26, 69, of Mechanicsville, went 2011 at the Mechanicsville to be with the Lord on Chapel Bennett Funeral Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011. She Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, was the daughter of the late where funeral services were held Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011. Andrew “Skeeter” Thomas Graveside services were held Jr. and Dorothy Luck Harris. at Signal Hill Memorial Park. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Michael Edward Giannotti Jr.; a daughMartha Elizabeth ter, Pamela Sweeney and her Floyd, “Beth”, passed away husband, John. She was a peacefully at the age of 99 devoted and loving grandon Jan. 24, 2011. She was the mother to her grandsons, widow of Robert Raymond Michael and Jack. She is also Heath, L. Herbert Gentry survived by a brother, Tom Jr. and Harry L. “Pop” Floyd Harris III and his wife, Pam; Jr. She was predeceased by a and a nephew, Justain Murson, Robert Walker Heath. phy. She was retired from the Surviving are her son, Lewis International Mission Board,

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Betty J. Harvey; a daughter, Wendy H. Marks (Jeff); two sons, Charles D. Harvey (Kathy) and John B. Erby (Linda). He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 1 deceased great grandchild (Sydney) and 1 living great grandchild. “Moose” was a retired fixer from Philip Morris. Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011 at the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 and Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville, Va., with visitation one hour prior to service. The family will also receive friends at their home following the service. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Diabetes Association P.O. Grace Daniel Hardin, Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 85, of Glen Allen, beloved sis22312. Condolences may be ter and aunt, went to be with made at: www.woodyfunerher Lord on Tuesday, Jan. alhomeatlee.com. 25, 2011. She is survived by her sister, Betty Londeree; Terry Cottrell Henly, and extended family. Having no children, she took to 63, of Ashland, passed away heart with much love many on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011. He is survived by his brother, nieces, nephews and greatnieces and great-nephews as Thomas Henley and wife, Elher own. She will be greatly sie; and sister, Mary Haymes and husband, Lester. We missed, as she touched the would like to thank Ashland hearts of many with her kindness, her grace and her Convalescent Center for the special care of our brother smile. The family received for the past 15 years. A friends at the Parham graveside service was held Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd., on Friday, Jan. 28, 2011, in Westhampton Memoon Friday, Jan. 28, 2011. rial Park. Dr. Bob Fleming Her funeral service was officiated. In lieu of flowheld on Saturday, Jan. 29, ers, please make donations 2011 at the funeral home. Graveside services followed to your local SPCA society to honor Terry’s love of at Hillcrest Cemetery in animals. Louisa. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions Alice Bryant Lenz, 82, of may be made to Parham Mechanicsville, passed away Road Baptist Church, 2101 Monday, Jan. 24, 2011. She N. Parham Rd., Richmond, was preceded in death by her Va. 23229. www.woodyfuhusband, Julian C. Lenz Jr.; neralhomeparham.com. and sisters, Dessie R. Frock, N.C., Buddy Worsham of Richmond, Ray Worsham of Quinton and Bruce Worsham of Richmond; two sisters, Iris Semple of Hialeah, Fla., and Brenda Mason of Gwinnett, Ga. Through her battle with cancer, there was always a song of praise on her lips and love in her heart. The family received friends Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville. Her funeral service was held Friday, Jan. 28, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Baptist Church. Graveside services were held in Washington Memorial Park.

Myrtle Y Fowler and Elizabeth F. Sach. Alice is survived by her brother, William E. Bryant Jr. of Richmond; sisters, Virginia Becker of Murfreesboro, Tenn., Rose Marie Kniffen of Zephyrhills, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. The family received friends Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave. Services were held Friday, Jan. 28, 2011 at St. John’s Catholic Church. Graveside services were held at Oakwood Cemetery.

elsen was a retired clerk for the Hanover County Court Systems, an avid Bingo player and a fan of the Richmond Braves. Mrs. Spreckelsen is resting at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. The family received friends on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011 at the funeral home, where services were also held Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011. Graveside services follow at Greenwood Memorial Park.

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John Stephen Webb,

of Richmond, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie W. Rowley, and was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in World War II and Korea. He was the former owner of Elsie’s Restaurant in Gordonsville, The Rock Shop in Amelia, and the Dew Drop Inn in Scottsville. He is survived by his three children, Robert Melton (Robin), W. Lee Melton (Tena) and Evelyn E. Masters; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family received friends Sunday, Jan. 30, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 31, 2011. Graveside services were held in Riverview Cemetery.

Esther Spreckelsen, “Jackie”, entered in the Lord’s Kingdom on Friday, Jan. 21, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Louis and Sarah Walpert Aaron, and is survived by a son, George Paul Spreckelsen; grandson, Bryan Andrew Spreckelsen; and friend, Jennifer Marchetti; adopted great-granddaughter, Kaitlynn, and her parents; nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. Spreck-

who would have been 70 years old Monday, departed this life Friday, Jan. 21, 2011, and finally is at peace after many years of illness. Retiring from the Richmond Police Bureau after 20 years of service, he then went to work for the Law Enforcement Department at the Federal Reserve Bank until becoming ill in October 2003. Surviving Mr. Webb is his wife of 32 years, Mary Jane Tyree Webb; three daughters, Cheri Furhman, Kim Dowdle (Doug) and Tracee Murphey, all of the Richmond area; two stepdaughters, Kim Ravan (Dale) of Boiling Springs, S.C. and Andrea Hollins (Tim) of Bumpass, Va.; nine grandchildren, Amanda and Daniel Ravan, Dillon, Cole and Griffin Hollins, Shelby and Emma Lee Dowdle, Jason Murphy and Gabriel Bowles; one sister, Judy Credle (Harvey) and their children, Blair and Alex Credle. A personal note from our heart, our dear granddaughter, Amanda has helped her MeMa in the care of her PaPa for over 5 years. We could never have managed without her. Family received friends on Monday, Jan. 24, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where funeral services were held on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011. In lieu of flowers, please donate, in John’s memory, to Meals on Wheels, 1600 Willow Lawn Dr., Richmond, 23230, or Central Food Bank, 1415 Roadmiller St., Richmond, 23226.

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Originally planned with 498 units, the final plan includes 442 units with a density of 1.65 units per acre on the land located across from Atlee High School. The land is located in the Suburban Service District and features more than 20 percent open space. Most neighbors acknowledged that growth will arrive at the targeted area, but pleaded with supervisors to exclude the connectivity aspects of the project. “Our streets are our sidewalks and our cul-de-sacs are our playgrounds,” said Atlee Manor resident Donald Garstang. “It’s going to be a very dangerous thing for them. My main concern is the safety of the children.” Donald Underwood, a Chickahominy resident, said he wasn’t against development, but did not support this project. “This will increase the risk of accidents. I’m for progress, but, to me, this is not progress,” he said. In the end, supervisors heard their concerns and approved the alternative plan that did not include connectivity. Connections at Coleman and Howard roads were removed, leaving two main access points for the subdivision, which

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be as healthy as I can be so I can give a kidney to my son and allow me to go forward and live a healthy life,” she said. The self-employed hair stylist also is seeking to reclaim a life that excessive weight has robbed her. “My self-confidence has taken a huge hit since I’ve gained this weight,” Steele said. “I’ve never been thin, but I always felt I looked good and I was very active, so I always felt good . . . My weight has made me much larger that I

includes town homes, cluster houses and single family dwellings. Chickahominy District supervisor Robert R. Setliff said he believes in the theory of connectivity but not above all other concerns, especially those of his constituents. “I agree that connectivity is good,” he said. “I do try to react to my citizens,” he added. Setliff said the Atlee Manor residents would already have to deal with increased traffic on Atlee Station Road due to the new construction. “The least we can do is not force them to deal with something we can control,” he said. The alternative plan featuring no connections to Atlee Manor was approved by a unanimous vote, but not without some objection. “I will reluctantly support this motion,” said supervisor Charles D. “Chuck” McGhee, who represents the Henry District. “We have missed so many opportunities to relieve stress on our primary roads. We need to look at future needs.” The developers plan a fiveto 10-year build-out for the project. In other business, the board approved a revised cash proffer policy for the county that allows homeowners and builders extra time to pay the fees. The new policy, to go into used to be, but I am only about 25 percent of the woman I used to be.” Hanover firefighter John Greene’s weight has gradually increased over the past few years, and he found himself tipping the scale at around 320 pounds. “Each time I am at the fire station, I will risk my life to rescue and save those that are in need,” he said. “The time is now that I need to rescue myself and get control of my health and weight. The odds of me dying because of health issues is far see LAP BAND, pg. 16 `

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Elementary schools unite for interactive camping An interactive curriculum night called “A Camping We Will Go!” will be presented at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 24, at John M. Gandy Elementary School at 201 Archie Cannon Drive in Ashland. The students and families of Henry Clay Elementary School and John M. Gandy Elementary School will participate. The evening will highlight math, reading, physi-

The Mechanicsville United Methodist Church at 7356 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville will present its annual Super Bowl Brunswick Stew and Bake Sale starting at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Feb 5. In addition to the stew, fresh home-baked goods will be for sale. The cost of the stew is $7 per quarter and pre-sales are accepted by cash or check (payable to “MUMM”). For more information, call the church office at 746-5118.

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Hanover County Public Schools is collaborating with nine other school districts to hold kindergarten registration on a common date in April. Dr. Stewart D. Roberson, superintendent of schools for Hanover County, left, seated, joined other superintendents from Charles City, Chesterfield, Henrico, New Kent and Powhatan counties and the cities of Colonial Heights, Petersburg and Richmond for the announcement.

Hanover County Public Schools is collaborating with nine other school districts to hold kindergarten registration on a common date in April. For the first time in history, the counties of Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent and Powhatan and the cities of Colonial Heights, Petersburg and Richmond are working together to conduct kindergarten registration on the same day. This effort is geared to enhance school readiness for the 12,000 incoming kindergartners throughout the region. This year, parents and guardians will be able to register their children on April 7. Every year children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 30 are eligible to enter kindergarten in the fall. Among the localities included in this agreement, it is estimated that in excess of 4,000 kindergarteners did not register on time in the 2010-2011 school year. Registering late sometimes causes attendance delays for the child, who then misses important orientation during the first few weeks of school. On-time registration also gives the school a chance to give the parent important information

about events and activities that will help their child feel comfortable when school starts. A health exam is required in order to attend school and sometimes this exam identifies developmental delays or the need for vision or hearing correction. Early identification of special needs and making sure a child is healthy can prevent the child School readiness is about children being prepared academically, emotionally, physically and socially to enter kindergarten ready to succeed.

from experiencing problems in the classroom. “This common date will give the 10 regional school systems involved the opportunity to assure that parents and students are better prepared for their child’s first encounter with the educational system,” Dr. Stewart D. Roberson, Hanover’s superintendent of schools, said. In addition, parents and caregivers need to know that school readiness is more than just see KINDERGARTEN, pg. 19 `

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Relay For Life of Mechanicsville accepts a check for sponsorship of the 2011 Relay For Life event from Beyond Bangz Salon. The staff of Beyond Bangz, led by owner Cheryl Furr, will be a Bronze Sponsor and form a team to participate on May 21 at Lee-Davis High School. Patti Jackson, American Cancer Society area executive director, and staff partner Andrea Fravel said they welcome the support. Shown are, from left, Sheila Hetlebower, Cheryl Belfield, Nichole Dixon, Lindsay Body, Esther Doggett, Fravel, Furr, Tiffany Gentry and Patti Jackson. Amanda Ravan and Kristen Shepperson also were involved.

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greater than going into a burning building,” Greene, 46, said. The father of two said he wants to be around for his two sons, Felipe and Nicolas, and the weight is hindering his ability to keep up with the boys. The Bon Secours Center for Bariatric Excellence has performed more than 2,300 lap band procedures during the past six years. “Obesity is the number one health concern in the U.S. today,” said Charlotte Perkins of the Bon Secours Virginia Health System. “Obesity is a major cause of premature death and is at the root of many medical conditions such as diabetes,

heart disease, high blood pressure and cancer.” Perkins said the hospital sponsored the program to demonstrate that a change in lifestyle can result in a healthier future. In addition, the giveaway highlights the advantages of bariatric surgery as a viable option for some obese patients. “We wanted to demonstrate that weight loss surgery can and does save lives,” Perkins said. Greene said the weight and the subsequent resulting conditions, including sleep apnea, were jeopardizing his colleagues’ ability to sleep at the firehouse. “If I’m snoring while I’m sleeping and keeping them awake, how are they supposed to get up in the middle of the

night and go rescue someone else?” he asked. Greene is a volunteer fireman at the Chickahominy station and also works as a programmer. Steele and Greene have tried numerous weight loss programs and supplements to no avail, and they now follow strict eating guidelines leading up to the surgery. “To make the surgery safer, we place the patients on a short, two-week diet prior to the operation that helps the operation go safer and allows for better outcomes,” Brengman said. Dr. Eliseo Bautista of Commonwealth Surgeons will perform Steele’s surgery this week. Both patients will receive nutritional counseling as part of the procedure, which usually

amounts to about $16,000. In addition to promoting community awareness on the dangers of obesity and the options available, the surgeries will provide two local patients with a new lease on life, according to Bon Secours bariatric surgeon Gregory Schroder. “It is important to build awareness around the effect obesity has on health, life expectancy and many disease processes. Oftentimes this surgery can mean the difference between life and death for patients,” he said. “We are thrilled to help Sarah and John achieve their goals of living healthier and happier lives, and we are grateful to them for sharing their stories,” he added.

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Greater Richmond Chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hanover Networking Breakfast got some expert advice on the just what the new legislation could mean for business owners and other professionals in the county. Despite inclement weather, the meeting room at Estes Hall at Randolph-Macon College was filled to capacity, as interested businessmen and women were eager to get a real world glimpse into the new regulations. Susan Maley Rash, a Human Resources specialist at BB&T Insurance Services, waded through the process, highlighting aspects of the legislation that directly affect business owners. Rash said some key aspects of the bill took effect in September, including allowing children to remain on their parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; policies until age 26 and no pre-existing exclusions for children. Lifetime limits and annual limits on coverage also have been eliminated. In 2011, over-the-counter drugs not prescribed by a physician are no longer considered a qualified medical expense, a point of contention for many citizens. Even with the possibility of more revisions and a pending lawsuit by the Commonwealth of Virginia, Rash said employers should pay close attention to the new guidelines. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is the law of the land and there are a lot of changes that will affect your businesses,â&#x20AC;? Rash said. As for the possibility of repeal, she said thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guess and one thing is for sure: â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will be changes.â&#x20AC;? You should also go away with an understanding of the complexity of the law.â&#x20AC;? The requirements on employers become more complex as the plan phases in over the next few years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have kind of cascading, as I call it, regulations and things that will happen over the next eight years,â&#x20AC;? Rash said. According to Rash, new changes in the guidelines are coming in weekly from the Department of Health and Human Services. Those include mandates on the employer and individuals. Revenues from the employer

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Fire claims home 3 stations respond to Talley Pond Road A farmhouse on Talley Pond Road received extensive damage in a fire Sunday evening. Lt. William Bryant of the Hanover County Fire Marshal’s Office said three companies – Eastern Hanover, Mechanicsville and Black Creek — responded to the blaze in the 5200 block between 5:30 and 6 p.m. When firefighters arrived,

Bryant said the occupants were outside, with the fire spreading through the first and second floors. He also said the back of the structure “sustained some damage.” The house, he added, was reported to be at least 100 years old. Bryant said the fire “appears to be accidental. We believe it started in the walls as a result of a defective chimney.”

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Armstrong to address county Democrats’ pancake breakfast Del. Ward L. Armstrong, D-10, the Minority for 42 years. The delegate has been an attorney and small Leader of the House of Delegates, will be the guest speaker at the Hanover Democratic Committee’s businessman in Martinsville since 1981. He was elected to the House of Delegates in Annual Pancake Breakfast at 1992 and was elected House Minority 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Leader in 2007. Ashcreek Recreation Center at 10857 He is a 1980 graduate of The T.C. Linderwood Drive in Mechanicsville. Williams School of Law, University Armstrong, whose name is often of Richmond, and a 1977 graduate of mentioned as a possible gubernatoDuke University, where he earned a rial candidate in 2013, will discuss the degree in business. major issues of the 2011 session of the Armstrong is a recipient of the Virginia General Assembly and how A.L. Philpott Award for Leadership. Virginians can elect more Democrats. The pancake breakfast is free and Armstrong’s roots run deep in ARMSTRONG open to the public. Virginia. His great-great-grandfather Along with the breakfast, the settled in Hillsville in the 1850s. His father worked at Stanley Furniture for 30 years, Hanover Democratic Committee also is sponand his mother played the organ at their church soring a silent auction.

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registering children for school. One in seven children in the Richmond region enters kindergarten already behind in language and literacy skills. School readiness is about children being prepared academically, emotionally, physically and socially to enter kindergarten ready to succeed. This preparation needs to begin long before a child reaches a classroom. In fact, children begin acquiring cognitive, motor and social skills rapidly from the moment of birth.

The 10 school systems involved in the joint kindergarten registration day came together under Smart Beginnings Greater Richmond to plan and advertise the April 7 registration date. Promoting the enrollment of the region’s nearly 12,000 incoming kindergartners and developing a regional definition of school readiness are among the priority strategies in Smart Beginnings’ Regional Plan for Children’s School Readiness. For more information about kindergarten registration, go to www.readychildren.net or dial 2-1-1. When you call 2-1-1 you will be connected to a trained professional who can provide information and referrals.

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Bumper sticker collection added to silent auction Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not often that someone regifts a much loved present, especially when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s from his own daughters. But Mo Moretz of Studley is doing just that. With his daughtersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; blessings, Moretz is parting with a prized collection of more than a dozen bumper stickers his daughters gave him for Christmas. Moretz is donating them to the Hanover Democratic Committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s silent auction, which will accompany the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual pancake breakfast at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Ashcreek Recreation Center at 10857 Linderwood Drive in Mechanicsville. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are all Democratic

bumper stickers. They have slogans like: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Obama 2012;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I hope, I voted, I believe;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Annoy a Republican, Think for Yourself,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; quirky messages like that,â&#x20AC;? Moretz laughed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really like the bumper stickers, but I only have one bumper. So I wanted them to go to a good cause. And my daughters wholeheartedly approve,â&#x20AC;? he added. It was an unusual Christmas gift to begin with. But Moretzâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughters, Sabena Van Namen of Studley and Anne Stanger of Marquette, Mich., wanted to give their dad something unique. Like their dad, they are both lifelong Democrats and they

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Garden club program targets Valentine theme The Hanover Towne Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 10, at the New Hanover Presbyterian Church on U.S. 301 in Mechanicsville. Ellen Lewis will present a Valentine Topiary Workshop. Guests are always welcome. For more information, call Rene at 569-9453.

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16 county schools receive state performance awards Gov. Bob McDonnell and the Board of Education announced that 16 schools in Hanover County have been honored with Virginia Index of Performance (VIP) awards. Throughout the Commonwealth, a total of 728 schools earned 2011 VIP awards for advanced learning and achievement. The incentive program, which was created by the Board of Education in 2007, recognizes schools that achieve excellence goals and far exceed minimum state and federal accountability standards. “The VIP awards program provides an incentive for schools and school divisions to set ambitious goals for raising student achievement and meeting the needs of diverse learners,” Board of Education president Eleanor B. Saslaw said. The Hanover County schools earning 2011 VIP awards – which are based on student achievement and other performance indicators during 2009-2010 – include:

certifications, and participation in the Virginia Preschool Initiative. Schools and school divisions also earn bonus points for other performance measures, including the Governor’s Nutrition and Physical Activity Scorecard.

2011 Governor’s Award for Educational Excellence:

Beaverdam Elementary, Elmont Elementary and Laurel Meadow Elementary. Schools earn the Board of Education Competence to Excellence Award for meeting all state and federal benchmarks for at least two consecutive years and are making progress toward the goals of the governor and the board. “These recognitions complement the commonwealth’s accountability program by recognizing performance that far exceeds minimum state and federal standards,” Patricia I. Wright, superintendent of public instruction, said. The VDOE website now has a section that provides details on VIP incentive program awards criteria: http://www.doe.virginia.gov/statistics_reports/va_index_performance_awards/ index.shtml.

Chickahominy Middle, Cool Spring Elementary, Kersey Creek Elementary, Mechanicsville Elementary, Oak Knoll Middle, Pearson’s Corner Elementary and Rural Point Elementary. To qualify for the Governor’s Award for Educational Excellence, schools must meet all state and federal achievement benchmarks for at least two consecutive years and achieve applicable excellence goals for elementary reading, enrollment in Algebra I by the eighth grade, enrollment in college-level courses, high school graduation, attainment of advanced diplomas, increased attainment of career and industry

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and practical with city, county and state governments operated by the students elected to the various offices. Activities include legislative session, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies plus band, chorus and sports recreational programs. Candidates are not required

Enon UMC Men to sponsor spaghetti dinner Feb. 11 The Enon United Methodist Church Men will sponsor their annual spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 11, in the church fellowship hall at 6156 Studley Road in Mechanicsville. Drive-by takeouts will be available at the shed. All proceeds support outreach ministries. The dinner includes baked spaghetti, salad,

bread, beverage and dessert. Tickets, which must be purchased in advance, are $8 for adults and $4 for children. To reserve meals, call the church office at 746-4719 or e-mail enonchurch@verizon.net. Leave name, phone number and number of meals needed. For more information, or to place orders, call 240-4251.

2011 Board of Education Excellence Awards: Atlee High, Battlefield Park Elementary, Hanover High, John M. Gandy Elementary, Pole Green Elementary and Washington-Henry Elementary. Schools must meet all state and federal accountability benchmarks for at least two consecutive years and have made significant progress toward goals for increased student achievement and expanded educational opportunities set by the board. 2011 Board of Education Competence to Excellence Award:

to attend a Hanover County high school. Students who do not attend a Hanover County high school but reside in a Hanover County high school district also may apply. Interested students are urged to visit the Boy’s and Girl’s State websites: www. vaboysstate.org and www. girlsstate-va.org. Applications are available by contacting C.B. Arnett,

Boy’s State coordinator, or Pat Arnett, Girl’s State coordinator, at hgstatehanover@gmail. com. Applications also are available from the counselors at Hanover County high schools. American Legion Post 175 is building a new facility on Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. A late summer completion date is expected.

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J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College will host another “Around the World Through Books” discussion, featuring “Dying for Heaven” by Ariel Glucklich, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 17, in the Gallery of Georgiadis Hall on the Parham Road Campus. “Dying for Heaven” explores the questions “What is it that truly motivates people to be religious?” and “When do religious feelings and choices lead to self-destruction?” The program is a free community event sponsored by JSRCC’s Multicultural Enrichment Council for the purpose of encouraging cultural diversity throughout the Reynolds campuses and communities. For more information, contact Wendy Gray at 523-5621 or wgray@reynolds.edu.

Financial advisor to address market recovery at luncheon What’s the outlook for stocks, bonds and that stimulate growth, and low inflation, which the economy? Financial advisor John W. buoys consumers, the U.S. stock market could Maloney, vice president/ wealth management see another good year,” Maloney said. “How individual investors handle volatilat Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, ity along the way could determine said he thinks the outlook is good much of their success.” for investors. Janney is sponsoring the lunch “We survived the calamity of presentation, to be held from noon 2008-2009, and the recovery is to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 8, at the building steam,” Maloney said. Ironhorse Restaurant in Ashland Building wealth or just being for the first 45 respondents. retired in this era of market swings The outlook for investment calls for considerable patience, markets will be the topic of the judgment and insight. presentation, and a brief question“It takes more than sound bites MALONEY and-answer period will conclude on TV or the last day’s market data the program. to choose one’s investments – it To reserve a seat, call Annie Eide at 595takes long-term perspective to make the right 9443 or e-mail John Maloney at jmaloney@ calls,” Maloney said. “Against a backdrop of low interest rates janney.com.

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Rabies vaccination clinic to be held on Saturday Hanover County Animal Control will hold its final rabies vaccination clinic of the fall/winter season from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 5, at the East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad building at 8105 Walnut Grove Road in Mechanicsville.

A veterinarian will administer the vaccine for $7 per dog or cat. All dogs and cats four months of age and older must be vaccinated and have tags and a valid license proving the vaccination. The veterinarian will administer the

Benefit breakfast to support Hanover Arc An All-You-Can-Eat Benefit Breakfast will be held from 6:45 to 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 12, at the Independence Ruritan Club Community House on Independence Road. The club is located behind the Independence Christian Church, which is

west of Ashland. The menu includes salt herring fillets, scrambled eggs, bacon, grits, spiced apples, cornbread, orange juice and coffee. The cost is $8 per person. Proceeds will go to support Hanover Arc.

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Hanover County Animal Control reports that 23 cases of animal rabies were confirmed last year in Hanover. For more information, call Hanover County Animal Control at 365-6485 or visit www.co.hanover.va.us/anmlctrl/ rabiesct.htm.

Sklar Technology Partners welcomes new comptroller Kathy Wells has joined the staff of Sklar Technology Partners. As the company’s newest comptroller, she is providing advice or guidance about basic accounting questions, as well as the Sage Accpac software program. Wells started college as a computer science major but soon discovered — after just a couple days in her required accounting course — that she had found a new passion. Her teachWELLS ers saw her natural abil-

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King William Democrats plan community outreach drive The new task force of the King William Democratic Committee will launch a community outreach drive at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 15, at the Pamunkey Baptist Association Center at 18627 King William Road, across from Acquinton Elementary School. The committee is inviting all local Democrats to either join as new members or just offer support by dropping in and sharing ideas.

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Youth project deadline extended For the fourth consecutive year, Hanover County has been selected by Youth Service America to serve as one of the nation’s 79 Global Youth Service Day Lead Agencies. Celebrated in more than 100 countries, GYSD is an annual world-wide event that mobilizes millions of young people to improve their communities through service and service-learning. GYSD will be held April 15-17 this year. Hanover has a GYSD Youth Planning Coalition that includes more than 30 Hanover County youth and their parents. The coalition has been preparing for GYSD 2011 and Hanover’s “Fairtastic” kickoff celebration for the event, which will be held on March 5 at The Ozone in the Hanover Industrial Air Park. The Hanover County Department of Community Resources is hoping for Hanover’s most successful Global Youth Service Day to date and is seeking project proposals that would engage Hanover youth in volunteer service for Global Youth Service Day 2011. These proposals can be

submitted from community groups, nonprofits and individuals. If you would like to host a project or reserve space for a booth at the “Fairtastic”, the deadline is Monday, Feb. 7. Go to www. co.hanover.va.us/commres/default.htm to download the project application directions and sign-up form. E-mail the completed form to larobertson@co.hanover.va.us or fax it to 356-4299. Submissions will be reviewed by staff and uploaded to a special section of the County’s volunteer recruitment website, www.hanovervolunteers.org by the beginning of March. Youth and parent volunteers will be directed to the website to sign up for projects. Projects that have their own volunteer support also can be included. Last year more than 18,000 Hanover County youth and parent volunteers participated in GYSD. Youth volunteers painted classrooms, did home repairs and yard work for seniors, made blankets for hospice patients, picked

up litter, created flower gardens and collected thousands of pounds of food for local food pantries and the Central Virginia Food Bank. Partnerships with Hanover County Schools, 4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, church groups, non-profits, other community groups and individuals were essential in making the event a success. Project hosts are invited to set up a booth at the GYSD “Fairtastic” on March 5. The free event will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Ozone, which is located at 11169 Air Park Road. At the “Fairtastic”, youth will have the opportunity to learn about GYSD, get information on hosting their own project, register to volunteer for a project, play games, participate in mini-service projects and meet other young people who want to give back to their community. For more information call Laura Robertson at the Department of Community Resources at 365-4300.

Hanover Fire/EMS honors Firehouse Firehouse Subs in Mechanicsville recently was awarded a Business Partners Certificate at the Hanover FIRE-EMS for community spirit and support at the Fire Association’s annual holiday dinner. “Our friends at Firehouse Subs do a great job of representing and promoting our department day in and day out,” Cris Leonard, volunteer membership and public relations coordinator of Hanover Fire/EMS, said. “We’re extremely thankful to have their continuous support.” Hanover Fire/EMS is a combination of volunteer and career emergency responders, serving 100,000 residents of Hanover County. Firehouse Subs was recognized with the certificate for its great work relationship, representation and increased awareness of the Hanover Fire/EMS. The founders’ 200-year firefighting heritage inspired the formation of the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, which provides funding and support to public safety entities. Each restaurant recycles leftover, five-gallon pickle buckets and sells them to customers for $2. Donation canisters on register counters explain the nonprofit’s mission and collect spare change.

Customers also have the option to roundup their orders when paying with credit or debit. In 2005, Firehouse Subs created the nonprofit, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, with the mission to provide funding, life-saving equipment and educational opportunities to aid first-responders. Through the non-profit 501(c)(3), Firehouse Subs has given more than $2 million to hometown heroes, including fire and police departments and EMT organizations. Firehouse Subs, founded in Jacksonville, Fla., by former firefighting brothers Chris Sorensen and Robin Sorensen, is a 400-unit fast-casual restaurant chain. The restaurants reflect the authentic firefighter heritage, as well as the founding family’s 200 years of firefighting service. Firehouse Subs was named “National Chain” winner of the National Restaurant Association’s (NRA) Restaurant Neighbor Award for its overall dedication to community service. For more information on Mechanicsville Firehouse Subs, visit Firehousesubs.com, Facebook.com/firehousesubs or follow on Twitter at @firehousesubs.

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Covenant Woods announces an expanded list of activities for the winter 2011 Cultural and Recreational Program Guide. The program guide enables friends, family, residents and staff to be informed of the events, speakers and outings that Covenant Woods offers. Covenant Woods invites the public to take part in many of the happenings on and off campus. The events run through the end of April. A sampling of classes, outings, speakers and music are as follows: Feb. 21: Author Fritz King, “There’s No Escaping Globalization: How the Changing World is Affecting Christian Missions.”

March 3: Recognize, Prevent, Report, Stop Fraud, a Free Fraud Prevention Forum for seniors. March 7: Dr. Dianne L. Reynolds-Cane, Director of Virginia Dept. of Health Professions. March 30: Glenn Winters, Virginia Opera’s Community Musical Outreach Director, presents “Puccini’s Madame Butterfly.” April 14: Celebrate Spring at Monticello. If you are interested in receiving a copy of The Covenant Woods’ Cultural and Recreational Program, would like to sign up for an event, or just have questions, contact Elizabeth Pace at epace@covenantwoods.com or 569-8007.

‘Cruise to Nowhere’ slated Feb. 11 Hanover County Parks and Recreation announces a “Cruise to Nowhere” themed luncheon for those 55 and up from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 11, at the Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. Tickets are on sale for $8 per person and include food, door prizes and activities.

Registration forms are available in the Hanover County Parks and Recreation Winter/Spring 2011 “Discover Recreation” brochure or register online by visiting the Parks and Recreation page at www. co.hanover.va.us/parksrec. For more information, call 365-7150 or email parksandrec@co.hanover.va.us.

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skills. Students are encouraged to explore Hanover County’s history to better understand the complexities of the Civil War. Students can examine the social impact of the Civil War on women and African Americans on the home front, using events at, and people living and working at the

Randolph-Macon College will host National Public Radio’s award-winning legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 24, in Blackwell Auditorium, RMC Center for the Performing Arts. She will present “The Supreme Court and Its Impact on You.” The event, sponsored by the Watkins Lecture Series, is free and open to the public with a required general admission ticket. Totenberg’s reports air regularly on NPR’s critically acclaimed newsmagazines, All Things Considered, Morning Edition, and Weekend Edition. Her coverage of legal affairs and the Supreme Court has won her widespread recognition. Newsweek said, “The mainstays [of NPR] are Morning Edition and All Things Considered. But the crème de la crème is Nina Totenberg.” She also is a regular panelist on Inside Washington, a weekly syndicated public affairs television program produced in the nation’s capital. She also has been hon-

colonial-era Hanover Tavern as well as other resources. Students must register for the competition. Registration deadline is Monday, Feb. 7. Essay entries must be postmarked by Friday, March 25. First, second and third place awards will be presented to both middle school and high school winners. The winners will be announced on June 1.

ored eight times by the American Bar Association for continued excellence in legal reporting, and has received a number of honorary degrees. A frequent contributor to major newspapers and periodicals, she has published articles in the New York Times Magazine, the Harvard Law Review, the Christian Science Monitor, Parade magazine, and New York Magazine. Totenberg has won every major journalism award in broadcasting, and is the only radio journalist to have won the National Press Foundation award for Broadcaster of the Year. The Watkins Lecture Series was established in 1999 by Marion Watkins Herget and Dr. George D. Watkins, Class of ’44, and is named in honor of their parents. The program has hosted a number of notable speakers, including civil rights leader Julian Bond, journalists Bob Woodward and David Gergen and Rubin “Hurricane” Carter. For more information on this event, visit www.rmc. edu or call Robert Patterson at 752-3605.

In addition to receiving Hanover Tavern Foundation memberships, first, second and third place winners will be awarded cash prizes of $250, $100 and $50, respectively. A registration form, rules and essay prompts may be obtained by e-mailing the Hanover Tavern Foundation at info@ hanovertavern.org. For more information, call the Hanover Tavern Foundation office at 537-5050 and ask for the executive director.

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BRIDGETTE VIRGINIA HOLLAND born Aug. 26, 2010

Bobby and Bernice Holland are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Bridgette Virginia Holland, born Aug. 26, 2010, at Memorial Regional Medical Center. She weighed 8 lbs and 8 oz. She was 20.5 inches long. Bridgette was welcomed home by her brother Brayden, and her sisters Bronte, Bella Rose, and Bristol. She is the granddaughter of Garry and Betty Smith, Dave and Cathe Holland, and Harold and Diane Lunde. The family extends a special thanks to Dr. Thomas Mead and Dr. Danny Shaban of Dominion Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health. Also, a special thanks to Dr. Mike Petrizzi of Hanover Family Physicians. ASHLEY NICOLE KINGSBURY and THOMAS MEYER WOODY JR. to be married May 2011

Larry and Sharon Kingsbury of Mechanicsville are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Ashley Nicole Kingsbury, to Mr. Thomas Meyer Woody, Jr., (TJ), son of Tom and Bonnie Woody of Mechanicsville. Ashley is the granddaughter of Richard and Theresa Spade of Warrenton, Va., and Charlotte Kingsbury of Warrenton, Va. She graduated from Lee Davis High School and is now attending JSR to become a registered nurse. TJ is the grandson of the late John and Mary Anne Woody of Mechanicsville; and Gail Spicer Tomney of Mechanicsville; and B.A. Tomney, Jr., of Mechanicsville. He graduated from Atlee High School, and is a recent graduate of Radford University with a degree in Criminal Justice, and is planning a career in law enforcement. A May 2011 wedding is planned.

JEAN and LONNIE ELLIS

Jean and Lonnie Ellis of Mechanicsville celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with family and friends Calabash / Midway Restaurant and Lounge on December 11th, 2010. They have four children, one deceased (Cheryl Hager), eleven grand children, one great grand child and one on the way. Pictured from left to right are, Lonnie Jr., Teresa, Jean, Cynthia and Lonnie Sr.

Richmond Orchid Alliance to hold presentation Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com At 2 p.m. on Feb. 13, the Richmond Orchid Alliance will host a presentation by Roger Horman of King George about Orchid Viruses at the Hermitage at 1600 Westwood Avenue in Richmond. Orchid viruses can be present in a purchased orchid, which seems to be a perfect specimen of health. They can infect and destroy your entire collection, whether it is a few on a windowsill or many hundreds in your greenhouse. They are lethal to orchids. There are simple means to determine if a plant is dis-

eased and some plants from showtable will be tested during the presentation. Horman also will address the proper things to do with diseased plants, and what to do if you decide to keep them. The meeting is open to the public. Orchids will be for sale. For more information, call Susan Horman, president of the ROA, at 540-775-4839, or send questions to roa4u@ richmondorchidalliance.org . Information about this and other upcoming events can be found at the ROA website, richmondorchidalliance. org.

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Wednesday, Feb. 2 Free tax returns will be prepared and e-filed by AARP/ IRS trained volunteers at the Powhatan Library on Mann Road. Call one of our volunteers with questions or for an appointment at 598-7577. Appointments begin Feb. 2, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 to 3:30. Bring a copy of last year’s taxes and Social Security cards for yourselves and all

dependents. Although special attention is given to those age 60 and older, we will do anyone regardless of age. AARP membership is not required. We are trained to do most returns that lower and middle-income people file.

Thursday, Feb. 3 Children’s Home Society of Virginia is offering an orientation for people interested in finding out more about adopting older children (ages 10 and older) from the foster care system. Participants will discover the myths surrounding the adoption of older children and can view photos of waiting children. There will be time for questions. The orientation is free and will begin at 5 p.m. at the agency’s Richmond office, 4200 Fitzhugh Ave. For details, call

353-0191 or visit www.chsva. m. at the Sandston Baptist org. Church, 100 W. Williamsburg Rd, Sandston, VA. 28-year-old Salem Presbyterian Church Chad has received a double-lung (Studley Road) will host its transplant at Duke University monthly Sing-A-Long at 10 a.m. Medical Center in Durham, Come and join us as we sing North Carolina. Funds are “love” hymns and songs. Light being raised to assist with transrefreshments will be served. plant-related expenses. Bring a friend. Mechanicsville Community Mechanicsville TEA Party Salt Fish Breakfast will be held meeting, 7 p.m., 8493 New at Enon United Methodist Bethesda Road, Mechanicsville, Church, 6156 Studley Rd. from Va. 23111. All are welcome, 8-9:30 a.m. The cost is $5 for please join us. For more infor- adults (including fish, $7) and mation, please visit us on under 12 $2.50. Family limit Facebook or call 241-8614. is $14. Profits go to the Heart Havens Fund (residential housing for the mentally handiSaturday, Feb. 5 A benefit concert, “Take A capped). For more information Deep Breath”, will be held in or to set up reservations, please honor of Chad Scott Southward, call 746-4719 or 730-4956. a Henrico area man who has The Mechanicsville United had a double-lung transplant. Methodist Church (7356 Atlee The event is planned for 7 p. Rd) is holding its annual Super Bowl Brunswick Stew and Bake Sale. Come discover why this stew is the best in town and the fresh home-baked goods are delightful. The sale begins at 8 a.m. Stew cost is $7/qt and presales are accepted via cash or check (payable to “MUMM”). Contact the church office at 746-5118 for more information.

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Nancy Elkins traveled to Kalispel, MT in October with The Local. Nancy visited her sister and brotherinlaw at their home in Marion, MT. They previously lived in Northern VA, and moved to Montana and built their log house.

The Hanover Democratic Committee’s free annual Pancake Breakfast--pancakes, sausage, applesauce and all the trimmings--will be held at 9 a.m. at the Ashcreek Recreation Center, 10857 Linderwood Drive. Featured at the breakfast again this year is a silent auction. Old things, new things, neat things from the attic and even some exciting gift baskets. In addition, Delegate Ward Armstrong, the House Minority Leader, will be our guest speaker. see CALENDAR, pg. 32 `

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301 BP 9159 Chamaberlayne Road

Han Co Admin Bldg 7516 County Complex Road

BB & T - Lee Davis 7016 Mechanicsville Tpke

Atlee Branch Library 9161 Atlee Road

Hanover Co Sheriff’s Office 7522 County Complex Road

BB & T - Mech 8074 Mechanicsville Tpke

EVB (Kings Charter) 9495 Charter Gate Drive

Houndstooth Restaurant 13271 Hanover Courthouse Rd

Covenant Woods 7090 Covenant Woods Dr.

Hogg Professional Building 9137 Chamberlayne Road

Pamunkey Regional Jail 7240 Courtland Farm Road

Colonial Pharmacy 7510 Mechanicsville Tpke.

La Bella Hair Design 9369 Atlee Road, Ste 3105

Wickham Bldg 7515 County Complex Road

EVB Bank (Mechanicsville) 8123 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Nacho Mamas 7610 Left Flank Road

EVB Bank (Old Church) 4241 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Owens and Minor 9120 Lockwood Blvd

Hanover Cleaners 8092 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Padows Deli 8161 Atlee Road

Hanover Health & Rehab 8139 Lee Davis Road

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Long & Foster 6150 Mechanicsville Tpke Mechanicsville Drug 8077 Mechanicsville Tpke. Mech Local Lobby 6400 Mechanicsville Tpke

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McLeans Restaurant 10372 Leadbetter Road Rite Aid 607 England Street Sheetz/Ashland 12341 N. Washington Hwy. Sheetz/Leadbetter Dr 10037 Sliding Hill Road

Martins 7324 Bell Creek Road

Village Bank (Old Mech) 8051 Mechanicsville Tpke.

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Parkway Restaurant 7211 Stonewall Parkway Shoneys 7137 Mechanicsville Tpke.

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GLEN ALLEN 23059 Green Top Sporting Goods 10193 Washinghton Highway Hill City Chop House 10099 Brook Road Bank Essex/Va Ctr 9951 Brook Road

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Medi Home Health and Hospice is having hospice volunteer training from 12:30-6:30 p.m, and Sat. Feb. 12 from 12:306:30 p.m. at the VCU University Student Commons. Medi Hospice has many patients in the Mechanicsville area in need of volunteer support. If you would like to lend your support, please consider joining us. This is a 2 session training, so participants must attend both sessions. For more information, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Andy Wichorek, at 282-4301, or awichorek@ msa-corp.com.

be available for pick up at the Studley Store/Post Office (on the corner of Studley Rd. and Williamsville Rd.) between 9-11 a.m. Order early before it sells out, and stock up your freezer for the Cold Winter ahead. The price is still $6/Quart. Proceeds go to benefit the community. Call Ronnie Gooch at 730-9786, Douglas Newcomb at 7300570, or any Studley Ruritan Member.

Sunday, Feb. 6 Enon Methodist Church will be celebrating the Korean New Year through a time of worship, fellowship and sharing of culture. Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m. followed by worship service in the Sanctuary at 11 a.m. and fellowship after the service. For more information contact us via our website www. enonumc.org or by phone at 764-4719.

Make It from the Heart at the Atlee Branch Library at 1 p.m. Make a Valentine for someone special and this fun drop-in event! Refreshments served courtesy of the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more Tuesday, Feb. 8 information call 559-0654 or Toddler Storytime at the visit the library at 9161 Atlee Mechanicsville Branch Library Road. at 10 a.m. Age: 2 years old w/ adult. For more information The Studley Ruritan Club’s famous “Super Bowl Chili” will see CALENDAR, pg. 33 `

Driscoll named to Dean’s List Dawnee Driscoll a 2008 Lee-Davis high school graduate, was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2010 semester at High Point University. Dawn is currently a junior and is majoring in Interior Design.

Lauren Dunnevant graduates Summa Cum Laude from VCU Lauren Michelle Dunnevant, daughter of Janet H. Dunnevant of Mechanicsville and Donald A. Dunnevant of Gaithersburg, Md. graduated Dec. 11, 2010 from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Business. Lauren graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems. She is currently employed by Hewlett Packard and living in Dallas, Texas. Previous employment included positions as IT architect for IBM and Well Point. Her future plans include (after a year of travel) pursuing a Masters degree in Business Management from either the University of Virginia or Southern Methodist University.

located at 6395 Mechanicsville Turnpike. Members of East Continued from pg. 32 b Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad will be at the meeting call (804) 746-9615 or visit to give information on some the library at 7461 Sherwood life saving measures. Guests are Crossing Place. welcome to come to the meeting. At 7 p.m., The Mechanicsville Tea Party will present the video documentary, “”Fire from the Heartland: The Awakening of the Conservative Woman”. Learn how women may be Christian Denmark, son of last line of defense in leadDan and Debbie Denmark of ing America out of darkness Mechanicsville,recentlybecame by fanning the flames of liban Eagle Scout. Christian is a erty across the nation. Open member of Troop 523, sponto the public, this free event sored by Cool Spring Baptist will be held in the meeting Church. Christian’s Eagle projroom of the Eastern Hanover ect included creating an outVolunteer Fire Station #3 door patio area that the particiat 4428 Mechanicsville pants of Hanover Adult Care Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Center could enjoy. A large Va., 23111. For more informahandicap accessible picnic table tion, visit the Mechanicsville with removable benches was T.E.A. Party on Facebook or built to accommodate 8 people. call 241-8614. The privacy fence surrounding the patio area was stained. A The Web of Hope a knitlarge 10x4 raised flower box ting ministry through the Red was built and filled with dirt so Cross, meets on the second that the participants will be able Monday of each month at 10 to do therapeutic gardening. a.m. at Black Creek Baptist A sitting bench was also built, Church at 6289 McClellan as well as four smaller flower Rd. Yarn donations are needed. boxes to line the sidewalk in Contact Linda Southward at the front of their building. The 779-3453. participants of the program are now able to enjoy a relaxing AARP Mechanicsville time in their new cheerful outChapter 5407 will meet at 10 door area. a.m. at Shalom Baptist Church

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Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the New Hanover Presbyterian Church on Route 301. The program will include a Valentine Topiary Workshop presentation by Ellen Lewis. Towne Guests are always welcome! Please call Rene at 569-

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Brenda Boldin along with her husband Bill, visited their son, Private Alexander Boldin, at Fort Sill, Okla. They brought The Local along for the trip.

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CALENDAR Continued from pg. 33 b

Monument Ave. Jeremy L. Pryor, Esq., Associate with Carrell Rice Garrett and Van Horn, PC will speak on “Special Needs Trusts.” The meeting is free and open to the public. For further information call 2851749. Make Your O wn Va l e nt i n e s at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Share a little creative love as you make your own Valentines at the library. For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.

Friday, Feb. 11 TGIF Supp er on Valentine’s weekend at Im m anu e l Epi s c op a l Church, from 6 to 8 p.m. Ever yone is welcome. Dinners are $10 per person. Free hotdogs and chips will be available for kids. Meals are served on a first-

come, first-served basis. Reservations are not necessary, but advance orders are suggested. To place an order or for more information, send an e-mail to immanoch@verizon.net or call 779-3454. Be sure to include your name, number of dinners requested and if you’d like take-out. Immanuel Church is located at 3263 Old Church Rd., in eastern Hanover County. From Mechanicsville, go east on 360 and turn right on 606 (Old Church Road) at West Store. Immanuel will be about 1.5 miles on the right. For more information, visit www.immanueloc.org or call 779-3454. Enon United Methodist Church Men located at 6156 Studley Road in Mechanicsville, will sponsor their annual spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. Drive-by takeouts will be available at the shed. All proceeds from the dinner support outreach ministries of the United Methodist

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Men. The dinner includes baked spaghetti, salad, bread, beverage and dessert. Tickets, which must be purchased in advance, are $8 for adults and $4 for children. To reserve meals, call the church office at 746-4719 or e-mail enonchurch@verizon.net. Leave name, phone number and number of meals needed. For more information, or to place orders, call 2404251.

Saturday, Feb. 12 Medi Home Health and Hospice is having hospice volunteer training from 12:30-6:30 p.m, and Sat. Feb. 12 from 12:30-6:30 p.m. at the VCU University Student Commons. Medi Hospice has many patients in the Mechanicsville area in need of volunteer support. If you would like to lend your support, please consider joining us. This is a 2 session training, so participants must attend both sessions. For more information, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator,

Andy Wichorek, at 282- tion, whether it is a few on 4301, or awichorek@msa- a windowsill or many huncorp.com. dreds in your greenhouse. They are lethal to orchids. Pamunkey River Garden The meeting is open to the Club will meet at 10:30 public. Orchids will be a.m. at the Mechanicsville for sale. For more informaBranch Librar y, 7461 tion, call Susan Horman, Sherwood Crossing Place, president of the ROA, at Mechanicsville, Va. The 540-775-4839, or send speaker/floral designer questions to roa4u@richwill be Laura Ann Brooks. m on d orc h i d a l l i an c e . org . The title of the program Information about this and will be “Winter into Spring other upcoming events can – Classic Designs”. Anyone be found at the ROA webinterested in gardening, site, richmondorchidallifloral design and horticul- ance.org. ture are welcome to attend. Any questions, please con- Monday, Feb. 14 tact Susan Blankinship, Richmond CenterStage President, at 932-3451. is proud to welcome Balé Folclórico da Bahia to the historic Carpenter Theatre. Sunday, Feb. 13 The Richmond Orchid Founded in 1988, the comAlliance will host a presen- pany presents the region’s tation by Roger Horman of most important cultural King George about Orchid manifestations under a Viruses at the Hermitage at contemporar y theatrical 1600 Westwood Avenue in vision. Visit www.baleRichmond. Orchid viruses can be present in a purchased orchid, which seems to be a perfect specimen of health. They can infect and destroy your entire collec-

folcloricodabahia.com.br to learn more about this talented dance company. This performance is presented through a generous contribution by Altria. Tickets: $25 (Discounts available for students, military and groups). To buy tickets: http://www. t i c k e t m a s t e r. c o m / e v e nt / 01004552F3E9A0CF.

Tuesday, Feb. 15 Genealogy Day at the Hanover Branch Library from 9-4 p.m. See live demonstrations of our genealogy databases, Ancestry Library Edition and HeritageQuest. Join us for an interactive class at 4 p.m. on how to use our genealogy databases. Call (804) 365-6210 to sign-up. For more information call 365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. see CALENDAR, pg. 37 `

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Criminal Minds Å

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Heartland Å (DVS)

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(23-PBS) ›››‡ “The Pink Panther” (1964, Comedy)

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Funny Kids

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“The Flintstones” (1994)

››› “Open Range” (2003)

›‡ “Our Family Wedding” (2010)

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The Tiffany Rubin Story

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››‡ “Terminator Salvation” (2009) ‘PG-13’

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“Taken From Me: The Tiffany Rubin Story” (2011)

››› “Open Range” (2003, Western) Robert Duvall, Kevin Costner.

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“Living With the Enemy” (2005) Sarah Lancaster.

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›‡ “Couples Retreat” (2009) Vince Vaughn.

›‡ “Land of the Lost” (2009) ’

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cial evening storytime with Jan Brett’s Hedgie. Milk and Continued from pg. 34 b cookies provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. The Hanover Republican For more information call Women’s Club meets the 559-0654 or visit the library 3rd Tuesday of each month. at 9161 Atlee Road. The February meeting will be Feb. 15th at Calabash Restaurant 6-7:30 p.m. Call Tuesday, Feb. 22 Winter Read Aloud Mary Sulser at 746-0331 or Storytime at the Hanover Email m.sulser@hotmail. com for details web site Branch Library at 6 p.m. Listen to stories read by Sheriff HRwomen.com. Hines at this special evening storytime. Refreshments proThursday, Feb. 17 vided by the Hanover Branch Snuggle up with Hedgie Library Friends. For more at the Atlee Branch Library information call 365-6210 at 6:30 p.m. Join us in your or visit the library at 7527 PJs and slippers for a speLibrary Drive.

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NoveList Plus Day at the Mechanicsville Branch Library from 10- 5 p.m. See live demonstrations of NoveList Plus, an online resource that helps you find your next favorite book! Want to know more after that? Join us for an interactive class at 6:30 p.m. on NoveList Plus. Call (804) 746-9615 to sign-up. For more information call 7469615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.

new to the area) will hold more information call 746a morning coffee at 10:30 9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing a.m. at the Place. River Road Presbyterian Church. The cost of the Friday, April 1 event is $5. Reservations The Friends of the are required by Feb. 16. Mechanicsville Librar y Call Brenda, 754-0460. are having their Second Annual Used Book Sale at Tuesday, March 1 the Mechanicsville Branch Dr. Seuss Birthday on April 1 and 2. The Party at the Mechanicsville Friends of the Library raise Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. funds to support programCelebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with a special evening ming at the Library, such Storytime and activities. as, the Summer Reading Ref reshments provid- Program, Teen Movie Wednesday, Feb. 23 The Newcomers Club ed by the Friends of the Nights, Antique Appraisal of Richmond (for women Mechanicsville Library. For programs, and many oth-

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ers. Donations of good condition, used books, CDs, and DVDs for the sale will be gratefully accepted at the accounts desk during regular library hours. At this time they cannot accept magazines, encyclopedias, or Reader’s Digest Condensed books. The Mechanicsville Librar y, located at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place, is on Route 360 behind the Arby’s and Pizza Hut near Lee Davis High School. If you have any questions you can contact the Mechanicsville Library at 746-9615. FEBRUARY 7, 2011 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Central Region Gymnastics at Henrico 10:00 a.m.

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Capital District Wrestling Championships at Lee-Davis 10:00 a.m.

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Injury leads to Major League connection Local youth oﬀers rehab tips to MLB rookie sensation By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Ten-year-old baseball player Michael Warley could find little to be enthusiastic about when he suffered ligament damage to his right elbow in mid-July. But over the course of the past six months, Warley has learned the age-old lesson that dark clouds have a way of containing a silver lining. On July 12, Warley was practicing with his Atlee All-Star teammates as they prepared for the Little League 9-10 Year Old State Tournament. Though not a regular in the pitching rotation, the Atlee coaches decided the team needed more depth on the mound if they were to advance. Therefore, Warley, who normally played left field, was undergoing a short workout as pitcher. After a few pitches, Warley turned to pitching coach Mike Goleski to say that his arm felt funny. Because Warley was on his 16th pitch of a 20 pitch practice, Goleski and Michael’s father Stephen agreed it was safe for him to finish out his final throws. On Warley’s 17th pitch something in his elbow made an audible pop. “Coach Goleski thought it was something like

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A mid-July arm injury saddened Michael Warley because he was unable to play with his Atlee All-Star Little League team in the Virginia state championship or the Southeast Regional. But the 10 year old had no idea the same injury provide a connection that would lead to an unexpected friendship with Washington Nationals pitching sensation Stephen Strasburg.

hitting his glove on his side,” Stephen said. “Nobody else heard it but he (Michael) went down on one knee and he was just screaming.” Michael was not screaming in pain but rather frustration. “I was mostly mad and shocked that I got hurt,” he said.

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“It broke my heart,” Stephen said. “He kept screaming, ‘No! I don’t want to be hurt. I want to play’.” Michaels’ doctor diagnosed that he had suffered an ulnar collateral ligament tear, but because of his age surgery was not required and he would

instead go through prescribed core-building muscle exercises and rehab therapy. However, it did mean Michael would not be able to play baseball again that season. “I think when Michael got hurt, any one of us would have taken his pain because he was

so excited to be on that team and do so well,” Stephen said. Michael traveled with his Atlee team to Abington and watched them win the Virginia State Championship. But because he was undergoing rehab, Michael did not travel the Southeast Regional and the

Tournament of State Champions in Huntington West Virginia, where his team finished third in the eight state event. The absence from baseball was especially troubling for Michael because he is such a big fan. As a toddler, Michael crawled around the Warley’s home with a baseball glove and batter’s helmet. More recently, the die-hard Yankee fan woke his parents after suffering a baseball nightmare. “He was in his bed and he was screaming,” said his mother Terrianne. When Stephen asked what the terrifying nightmare was about, Michael’s answer was simple. “I was pitching for the Red Sox.” As Michael underwent stretches and exercises to strengthen his core muscles, he was also suffering from the disbelief, confusion and anger associated with being unable to play. But then he came across news of someone suffering in a similar fashion; Washington Nationals rookie sensation Stephen Strasburg, who’s season ended in August with a ligament tear. As Michael’s father read the newspaper story detailing Strasburg’s emotions upon learning he would require Tommy John surgery in September, Michael found a see WARLEY, pg. 39 `

R-MC picks up 12th straight ODAC win Taylor Wieczorek powers Jackets past Marlins 67-52 By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local On Saturday afternoon, Virginia Wesleyan bottled up host Randolph-Macon for awhile, but eventually the Yellow Jackets picked up the pace, overcoming the Marlins’ press and running away with a 67-52 ODAC women’s basket-

ball victory. Taylor Wieczorek led the Yellow Jackets with 16 points and 14 rebounds, picking up her sixth double-double this season. Maggie Roy and Molly Brown scored 13 points apiece to help pace Randolph-Macon to its 12th straight conference win. The game did not begin well for the Yellow Jackets (12-1 ODAC, 14-4). They quickly fell behind 6-0 before their offense settled down and began to put

points on the board, but despite evening the score twice, the Marlins (7-6, 9-9) led for most of the first 16 minutes of the game. Wieczorek scored two free throws with 3:48 in the half to give Randolph-Macon a 2019 lead with 3:48 in the half. The Yellow Jackets held onto the lead the rest of the game. As they sped up, the Marlins had a harder time keeping up. “We tend to start out slow in the first half. We played

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connection. “That’s the way I felt,” Michael said. Because Michael expressed the same emotions as Strasburg his parents suggested he write to the young Major-Leaguer. At the end of August, before returning to school at New Hanover Christian, Michael mailed a get-well card to Strasburg care of the Wa s h i n g t o n Nationals , detailing how he was dealing with the injury and what he was doing to rehab. Michael did not expect anything more than a reply in return. When nothing came through the month of September the Warleys assumed Michael’s letter was simply lost in the shuffle. But then at the beginning of October their son received a package in the mail. Michael was stunned when he saw the Washington Nationals logo. “He was frozen,” Terrianne said. “He couldn’t do anything. He was just like…. mom?” When Michael finally mustered the courage to open the

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Among items that Stephen Strasburg sent to Warley were an autographed baseball and hand written letter.

package he found a Stephen Strasburg autographed baseball, but of more meaning was the enclosed letter from Harolyn Cardozo, Assistant to the General Manager of the Washington Nationals. Because Strasburg was still unable to write well following surgery, Cardozo typed a reply on the player’s behalf. The letter thanked Michael for his card,

wishing him a speedy recovery as well and indicated that the baseball was sent as Strasburg’s get well token to Warley. With appreciation, Michael penned a follow-up letter to Strasburg, thanking him for the baseball and included photos of his rehab therapy. It was around Thanksgiving that an even bigger package arrived at the Warley household, with a return address of San Diego, California. Terrianne along with Michael’s older sisters Amanda and Anna could not wait to see his expression so they took the two-pound package, hopped in their truck and went to pick him up at school. Once again Michael was shocked. “I was frozen even

down to their tempo,” Roy said. “When you play slow against their press, they’re going to get their hands in the passing lane. So in the second half, we got the ball to the ball handler and just took it up the court. That’s what broke their press—we were playing fast.” see JACKETS, pg. 41 ` Charlie Leffler/the Local

At right: R-MC’s Taylor Wieczorek (20) goes up for two points as part of her sixth double-double of the year.

more,” he said. “It made me scream.” Inside Michael found a Stephen Strasberg autographed game jersey and a hand-penned letter from the player himself. “I had to read the letter to him,” his sister Anna said. Strasburg thanked Michael for his letter but added a personal note. “So many times the mail I get is from people asking for something in return. It was great to finally read a note from a true fan like yourself. You are a tremendous young man and are destined for greatness!” Furthermore, Strasburg asked that Michael keep in touch and gave him his personal email address. “Stephen is a class act,” Terrianne said. “He really is.” But the surprises for the Warley’s were not yet over. While online two weeks ago, Stephen Warley came across a Washington Post article written by Adam Kilgore describing Strasburg’s work toward rehabilitation. As he continued to read, Warley nearly fell out of his chair. Near the end of the article, Strasburg talked about the support he received in the form of prayers and rehab advice he’d gotten from a young man in Mechanicsville, Va. Recently the Warley’s sent off another letter to Strasburg. Enclosed were photos of Michael draped to his ankle’s in Strasburg’s jersey

and a Christmas ornament from the Warley’s hometown, which was ironically enough Cooperstown. On the back was written; “You are in my Hall of Fame already.” On Dec. 22, Michael completed his rehab, better conditioned and stronger than he was before the injury. He also came away with an established understanding that there are positives in every bad experience. “Even though (the injury) happened, we all look at this as a blessing,” his father said. “Now he’s got a very strong core for

when he gets older. This could have happened in high school and been devastating.” This summer Michael plans to go watch Strasburg pitch in person for the first time. He then has baseball plans of his own. Michael, along with his Atlee All-Star teammates have their future sites set on Williamsport and the Little League World Series, where Michael hopes Strasburg will have a chance to see him play. David Lint contributed to this story.

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Lewis burns Raiders for 36 in Hawks’ win Hanover runs past Atlee 82-58

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By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Friday night’s matchup between county rivals Hanover and Atlee was billed as a faceoff between two of the best guards in the region, the Hawks’ Greg Lewis and RJ Price of the Raiders. And though the guard matchup lived up to its billing, it was Lewis who drew everyone’s attention, blistering the nets for 24 first half points and finishing with a career high 36 points, 11 rebounds and three steals in Hanover’s 82-58 win. “My shots were falling,” Lewis said. “My teammates were getting me the ball and everything was going my way.” Atlee head coach Phil Reynolds knew it would be a tough task shutting down Lewis after he burned the Raiders for 33 points in their previous meeting. But even with the concentrated effort, Lewis scored more than any Atlee opponent in recent memory. “He was the best player on the court tonight,” Reynolds said. “That’s the most points

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Hanover senior Greg Lewis (12) drives through nearly the entire Atlee team for a score. Lewis exploded for 24 first half points and a career high 36 in Hanover’s 82-58 rout of visiting Atlee.

we’ve give up in, I don’t know when the last time someone’s done that.” However it wasn’t the scoring that Hanover head coach Troy Manns was most pleased with. “The thing that impresses most about Greg is his rebounding,” Manns said. “He’s learn-

ing how to be a point guard, he’s sharing the basketball. He’s another guy that’s bought into our defensive philosophy so by buying into it he’s reaping the benefits of it.” Price, who last week received recognition as a McDonald’s All-American

nominee, finished the game with 22 points but he got little support from his Raider teammates. “That’s about his average but he had to work really hard for that 22,” Reynolds said. “I think tonight, really for the first time, we kind of stood around and watched him.” On the other hand, Lewis was only one standout figure among a solid team effort that allowed the Hawks run away in a rout. When the two teams met on Atlee’s court earlier in the season, the Raiders pulled out an overtime win. “We felt like we got a lot better since then,” Lewis said. “We felt like that wasn’t our best basketball.” Manns felt that the previous loss to Atlee actually helped his team in the long run. “We thought we had played harder (than Atlee) but we didn’t play smarter and that’s why they won,” he said. “Since that game we’ve been learning how to finish games.” In their second matchup of the season, Hanover came out of the gate on fire, racing to a 9-3 lead 2:10 into the game. Lewis scored six of Hanover first 10 points off a three from the right baseline, a steal and layup and a free

throw. Meanwhile Atlee struggled offensively but managed to hang with the Hawks. Instead of scoring, Price concentrated on getting his teammates in the game and Bryan Reiss (12 points) was the only one to take advantage, scoring Atlee’s first nine points of the game. Price finally got his first score with two minutes left in the half when he caught Hanover napping. Inbounding the ball on the baseline, Price bounced it off the back of a Hanover defender, picked it up and scored to pull Atlee within three, 16-13. It was a margin that Atlee would only reach once more in the game. If there was any deficiency in Hanover’s early game it came in form of fouling. The Hawks were whistled for nine fouls in the first quarter alone, putting Atlee in the bonus with more than a minute left in the period. A put-back basket from Lewis gave Hanover a 12 point lead to start the second but Atlee suddenly found a spark. A tip-in by Reiss was followed by see LEWIS, pg. 41 `

Suber is super as Atlee raids Hawks’ nest Raiders escape season sweep by Hanover By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Atlee sophomore Karlie Suber had to sit out the first meeting of the season between her Raiders and the Hanover girls basketball team due to a concussion. In that game the burden of Atlee’s chances fell on senior Taylor Henderson but the Hawks picked up their first ever win over Atlee. On Friday night, Suber got her first opportunity to face the Hawks, but this time Atlee was without Henderson who was lost for the season due to a torn ACL. Therefore, Suber wanted to do everything she could to make certain the squad’s star senior didn’t have

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another bad memory of her final season of high school basketball. “Taking the loss was big for us because it was the first time in school history,” Suber said. “I just didn’t want Taylor to have to lose twice in her high school career and I just really didn’t want to lose tonight. Suber got her chance and evened things up in super-fashion, taking control of the game to score over half of the Raiders points in a 44-42 win. The victory was only the second Capital District win of the season and fourth overall for an Atlee squad that has faced repeated injuries and adversities. Head Coach Anna Prillaman felt the victory was merely an indication of her team’s character. “It was very tough taking that loss at Atlee early in the season,” Prillaman said. “It’s the only time Hanover’s ever beat Atlee in girls basketball so the

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girls were very down after that. And after Taylor Henderson went down with her ACL I think they were even more down. So to come in here and win against a rival, a very good squad. It says wonders for the program. It says wonders for the girls and we couldn’t be more excited about it. “A lot of people would have given up after they saw Taylor Henderson go down because she was really at that time our only scorer,” Prillaman said. “I just told them life throws little speed bumps at you at times and it shows your character in how you deal with them and I couldn’t be more impressed www.mechlocal.com with these 14 and 15 years old are hanSee slideshow online! dling it right now.” It was Suber’s teammates that got Charlie Leffler/The Local Atlee off to a good start in what was a Atlee’s Karlie Suber pushes the ball up court against the tight defense of see-saw battle throughout. Hanover’s Amber Norris. Suber turned in a dominating performance, scoring see SUBER, pg. 41 `

over half of Atlee’s points in the 44-42 win over the Hawks.

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Along with increased speed, Randolph-Macon focused on attacking the basket with layups and short jump shots. This paid off in baskets and fouls. “I’ve noticed before—well this game, actually—they were guarding me pretty hard so I couldn’t shoot the three,” Roy said. “So we got it into Taylor. That’s a high-percentage shot for her and she knocked them down. That’s really what we did today. I was being guarded or other guards were being guarded on the three, we looked

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a free throw from Price. After Lewis hit a free throw it was Price again, this time off a steal, driving to the basket over Hanover’s Dee Taylor who was called for a blocking foul. To compound matters, the reaction of Coach Manns drew a technical. Price hit the plus-one and both technical free throws then scored on a jumper for seven points in a 30 second span trimming Hanover’s lead to 29-26. Manns called a timeout to regroup and when his Hawks returned to the floor there was no looking back. Hanover’s Tyler Shannon drilled a three from the right

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Atlee’s Clarke Tyler connected on a jumper from the free throw line, Cierra Shelton made back to back jumpers, before Suber drilled a three from the left wing then scored on a layup. But Hanover clung close. Atlee held a 15-14 lead with 1:57 to play in the half when Hanover’s Rachel Fehl picked off a pass at midcourt and fed Brooke Throckmorton for an open three. Shelton answered with a

inside or drove to the basket and got fouls.” The Yellow Jackets scored 27 of their points from the foul line, compared to just 15 for Virginia Wesleyan. The aggressive inside play paid off in rebounds, too. Randolph-Macon dominated the boards, picking up 52 rebounds compared to just 32 for the Marlins. “We continued to, I think, give them a lot of second-chance opportunities,” said Virginia Wesleyan coach Stephany Dunmyer. “Randolph-Macon’s such an experienced team and they have so many great players and you can’t take those breaks.

You can’t not box out and expect to get away with it.” One of the key matchups was between Wieczorek and Virginia Wesleyan’s Kristen Blalock. Blalock leads the Marlins’ offense, averaging 15 points and seven rebounds a game. Wieczorek consistently won the battle of the boards, getting nearly three times Blalock’s five rebounds, and keeping the potent scorer from erupting for a big afternoon. For Wieczorek, the pairing was fun. “It’s always fun. I love having a tough defender,” Wieczorek said. “It’s a lot of fun going at

baseline then Lewis put on an exhibition. Driving into the lane Lewis scored on a plus-one field goal, he then added two free throws followed by a three from the left wing to cap an 11-0 Hawks’ run. Price momentarily stopped the bleeding with a jumper but Hanover answered with a putback from Sam Rogers, a steal and layup from Lewis and two free throws by Justin Peebles to pull ahead 46-28 and complete a 17-2 run. Having already scored 22 points in the half, Lewis saved his best for last. With 31 seconds on the clock, Lewis dribbled the length of the court through practically every Atlee defender to score on a layup, giving

Hanover a 49-32 lead. Manns attributed the Hawks’ high offensive output in the first half to their strong defense. “When you play good defense you get easy baskets,” he said. “Our shooting percentage was high in the first half because we shot layups, we got open baskets. That’s pretty much why we scored so many points. People think scoring comes from shooting, it comes from getting defensive stops, shooting layups and free throws.” Coming out of the locker room, Atlee pulled within 10 but Hanover’s Taylor was the one to answer to score nine of 17 points in the third quarter. Like Lewis, Taylor saved his best for last. With 40 seconds remaining

three of her own but Hanover closed out the half on a jumper from Taylor Woolard and three from Mariah Douglas to take a 21-18 lead into the locker room. Atlee stayed in the game by playing an aggressive zone that for the most part neutralized the Hawks’ outside shooters and frustrated Douglas in the paint. “We’ve played zone for a long time now only because our man to man is weak,” Prillaman said. “Our feet are slow and we’re not very good in getting in help defense. We’re not very good playing zone but we’ve just kind

of had to do that with this team and they’ve done such a good job of improving that this season with getting out on the shooters and we proved that tonight because I don’t think they had many threes and Hanover’s got a lot of three point threats.” In the third, Suber showed she was not going to lose without a fight, scoring nine of Atlee’s 13 points in the period to close the Hanover lead to one, 32-31. Suber picked up where she left off in the fourth with a baseline jumper, three from the right wing and free throw to

it together and really fighting it out. She’s a great post.” Understandably, it was not as enjoyable for Blalock. “We committed stupid turnovers and we didn’t finish some of our shots,” Blalock said. “We got killed on the boards, too, so that’s a big factor—turnovers and rebounding. We couldn’t get second-chance opportunities. We had one shot and done.” Wieczorek’s tough inside play was just one of several obstacles to Blalock’s attempts to score. “She didn’t get as many open looks, I think, and she feeds off our outside shot,” Dunmyer said. “They constantly had a hand up

in her face. I think it may have frustrated her a little bit, but she did a great job for us inside and was our consistent scorer.” While Randolph-Macon coach Carroll LaHaye said Wieczorek did a “great job” defending Blalock, she said the Yellow Jackets were capable of better. “We wanted to play behind her,” LaHaye said. “The point we try to get across to our players is not letting the ball come in to her. I don’t think we did a good job of pressuring the perimeter so she was able to get the ball inside. … Allowing her to get the ball is where it all starts. She

is not afraid to shoot. She shoots well.” LaHaye wishes the Yellow Jackets had not gotten off to such a slow start, and that they would have consistently played better against the Marlins’ defense. But she’ll accept the end result. “We knew they played a tough defense, end-line to endline, so we worked on that the last couple of days,” LaHaye said. “I don’t think we handled it as well as what I wished we had. But all-in-all, we pulled out an ugly victory.” For box score go online to www.mechlocal.com. Lewis’ turn to take control again, scoring 11 of Hanover’s final 15 points of the game. With 2:17 to play, Hanover reached their largest margin, 78-52 off an inbounds play to Lewis.

ATLEE (8-8, 5-3 Capital) — Price 22, Pulisic 3, Rucker 6, Gray 2, Drayton 0, Ratchford 2, Reiss 12, Rodgers 1, Hurd 0, Snyder 1, Randolph 5, Cridlin 3. Totals 20 14-24 58. HANOVER (6-6, 3-5) — Taylor 17, Douglass 2, Rogers 5, Lewis 36, Peebles 7, Alexander 0, Shannon 12, Charlie Leffler/The Local Mahmood 1, Gilliam 2, Brooks 0, Atlee’s RJ Price goes over Hanover’s Uzman Mahmood (25) and Atwood 0, Ellis 0. Totals 30 14-24 82. Greg Lewis (12) for a score. Atlee..................... 16 17 15 10 — 58 in the third, Taylor raced down on a dime leaving Reiss to con- Hanover............... 26 23 17 16 — 82 court with the ball. Reiss stayed tinue on toward the basket as 3-point goals — A: Reiss 2, Pulisic, with him on defense and antici- the Hanover senior drilled an Cridlin; H: Lewis 4, Taylor 2, Shannon, Peebles. pated a drive to the basket. At open jumper. Highlights — H: Greg Lewis 11 In the fourth quarter it was rebounds, 3 steals. the last second, Taylor stopped

give Atlee a 37-34 lead. Hanover was hampered shortly into the fourth when Caler left the game with an injury, but like Suber, Douglas continued to put up a fight for the Hawks. Douglas scored on a turnaround jumper and free throw to knot the game at 37 with 4:38 to play. With three minutes remaining, Atlee widened the margin to 42-37 on a perfectly executed give-and-go from Maddie Fitzgerald to Steph Staples. Woolard closed the gap to 42-40 on a free throw, but again it was Suber with an answer.

Shelton found Suber running the baseline for a layup and a 44-40 Atlee lead with 57 seconds to play. Battling under the basket, Fehl closed the margin for the Hawks to 44-42 on a garbage goal with 20 seconds left. Hanover got the ball back with a chance to tie or take the lead as the clock wound down. With 15 second remaining, Woolard drilled a three from the left wing, but Hanover had just been awarded a timeout so the basket did not count. The Hawks had one final chance with :04 on the clock.

Inbounding the ball under the Atlee basket, Throckmorton connected with Douglas at midcourt, who dished off to Woolard for a three that nearly wedged against the basket as the clock expired. ATLEE (4-9, 2-5 Capital) — Staples 8, Barry 0, Shelton 7, Tyler 2, Booth 0, Suber 26, Mullen 0. Totals 17 5-7 44. HANOVER (6-11, 3-5) — Woolard 9, Norris 8, Throckmorton 6, Caler 4, Fehl 5, Douglas 12, Lankford 0, Hess 2. Totals 14 12-16 42. Atlee..................... 11 7 13 13 — 44 Hanover ...............11 10 11 10 — 42 3-point goals — A: Suber 4, Shelton; H: Throckmorton 2.

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Nation’s top defense downs Maroons 90-53 No. 9 Randolph Macon wins 12th straight

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By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com The Randolph-Macon men’s basketball team came into Thursday night’s home matchup against Roanoke boasting the nation’s top scoring defense. The Maroons offered little challenge to unseat the No. 9 Yellow Jackets from that ranking as R-MC ran away to its 12th straight victory, with a 90-53 ODAC win. Over the course of the season, Randolph-Macon has limited teams to a nation’s best 54.5 points per game. The Jackets held Roanoke to 35.2 percent shooting in the contest. Meanwhile on offense Macon blistered the nets with 54.2 percent shooting in the first half and finished at 51.9 including 43.5 percent from three point range. “We came out ready to go today,” said senior guard Jordan Brown. “From the beginning we kept the pressure and that was the main thing, not letting them be comfortable and when we got our defense going we got our offense going. Got out, ran early.” As large as the final margin was, R-MC head coach Nathan Davis indicated it could have possibly been worse if the game had not been postponed one day due to weather. “I’d like to say that we weren’t as crisp as we were yesterday,” he said. “We had a great practice yesterday I thought we were ready to go yesterday.” Senior forward Brandon Braxton led four Yellow Jackets (17-2, 10-1 ODAC) in double figures. Braxton finished the evening with 17 points, five rebounds, one block and one steal in 20 minutes of play.

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Former Hanover standout Dylan Cole (44) goes up between a pair of Roanoke defenders for a score in Randolph-Macon’s 90-53 win.

Braxton worked both in the post and stepped outside to hit jumpers on 5-of-9 shooting. “I don’t want to be one dimensional so I worked on shooting over the summer,” he said. “It makes them have to come out.” Adam Desgain chipped in 16 points on 5-of-6 shooting including 3-of-4 from three point range. Calvin Croskey scored 13 and Danny Jones 11 with five rebounds. The Jackets never trailed and used a business-like approach as they repeatedly shut down every Roanoke (8-9, 4-5) offensive run, limiting the Maroons to one field goal in the first 5:48 of play to pull out to an 11-2 lead. Roanoke had a few short spurts to close the gap but RMC always found an answer. The Maroons closed to within 16-11 midway through the first but Braxton reopened the margin by scoring five of the next seven Jackets points for a 23-14 lead.

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Corey Alexander (12 points) and Logan Singleton (11 points) did their best to keep Roanoke in the game, but the Maroons could not stop R-MC penetration without fouling. For the game Randolph-Macon went to the line 29 times for 24 points, led by Braxton who was 7-for-7. With 7:32 to play in the first, Roanoke pulled to within four, 23-19, on pair of Melvin Felix free throws, but from there it was all Jackets as R-MC went on a 21-5 run to finish the half and put the game out of reach. After nearly surrendering a 21 point second half lead at Hampden-Sydney the week before, the Jackets made certain that was not going to happen against Roanoke by going about business as usual in the final period. “You keep playing the game,” Davis said. “You play the right way, you do the things we do which is pressuring the ball, contesting shots, not letting guys get to the rim. Then

offensively you make sure you’re making easy plays, making sure the ball’s getting in the lane, whether it’s post feeds or drives and when they collapse feed it out and be ready to make shots. So nothing really changed.” The Jackets tightened the clamps further by going to the boards. R-MC out-rebounded Roanoke by one in the first half. In the second half they wiped the glass clean, out-rebounding the Maroons 26-14. Leading the way was reserve Jamall Powell who in six minutes of play tied Roanoke’s Jack Hamilton with a game high six rebounds. Former Hanover standout Dylan Cole also logged six minutes, pulling down four rebounds and scoring five points on 2-of-3 shooting. But the play of the game clearly went to freshman Andre Simon. With one minute to play Simon drove in from the left sideline and slammed home a thunderous dunk that brought everyone to their feet and even

earned a smile from the normally neutral face of Davis. “A pretty good play,” Davis said. “Andre’s been playing great.” Braxton agreed. “That was pretty amazing,” he said. “We always tell him to dunk but this time he had a chance. We actually thought he was going to lay it up and he took off so we had to celebrate.” “That was great,” Brown said. “Before the game he said he was going to do it.” Key to the defensive effort was Brown who came away with a game high four steals, two assists and one block. Brown’s quick hands and feet make him the best man to cover the opponent’s top scorer and at times he appears to be too fast for even the eyes of D-III officials. Over the last few games, Brown has repeatedly been called for fouls that appear to come out of thin air. “There’s really nothing I can do about it, I’ve just got to keep on playing my game,” Brown said. “He’s been around,” Davis said. “You’re going to get bad calls from time to time. Nobody’s perfect. You’ve got to figure if you’re going to play 30 minutes- 25-minutes a night like he’s going to get, just by playing hard you’re going to get at least one foul. You’re going to get a bad call, that’s going to be two. Now if you commit a dumb foul you’re in foul trouble. So he’s just got to make sure he doesn’t commit silly fouls.”

Another Jacket that has performed solid work in the shadows of late is senior Kevin Voelkel. Though he did not fill up the scoring column, Voelkel turned in a yeoman performance with four assists, five rebounds and no turnovers in 16 minutes of play. “Kevin’s a very integral part of this team,” Davis said. “If Jordan Brown’s our best defender he’s second…He makes good decisions with the ball. He’s somebody you can count on to defend, rebound the ball and make good decisions on offense so you can always count on him on the floor.” For box score go to www. mechlocal.com. This week R-MC travels to Christopher Newport for a non-conference matchup on Tuesday then returns home to face Washington & Lee in an ODAC contest on Sat. Feb. 5 at 2 p.m.

Little chance left to see the Yellow Jackets There are only two home games left for Randolph-Macon and some fans may be limited to one. Indications are that the regular season closer against Hampden-Sydney on Feb. 19 may be so popular, due to the rivalry and the being the final home game for seven seniors, that there will be no tickets left to go on sale to the general public. Therefore the Feb. 5 game against Washington & Lee may be the final chance many fans have to see R-MC this season.

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INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Hanover Baptist Church ( 3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall). Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club. Family oriented & God-centered. Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior. 798-7190 www.hbcva.org LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295. "The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter. Find out more on our web: landmarkbaptistrichmond.org Rural Point Baptist Church Independent Baptist (KJV) 6548 Studley Road, (804) 730-3226 Sunday School - 10 am, Sunday Worship Services - 11 am & 6 pm Wednesday Evening Adult/Teen Bible Study - 7 pm Children’s Music Scripture Class 4-10 yr. old Check us out on the web, or better yet, come visit us! www.ruralpointbaptist.com

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11am, Contemporary 9:30am, Bible School ay 8:15, 9:30am & 11am. Rick Raines, Senior Minister Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister, Mike Langley, Associate Minister, Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister, Joe Thompson, Youth Minister, Rose Williams, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org Liberty Christian Church 8137 Liberty Circle, 746-8412 Sunday Services: Bible School 9:45am AM Worship 10:45am, Wed. Bible Study & Youth 6:00pm Minister: Shawn Williams libertychristianva.com Liberty Christian School Preschool-7th grade 746-3062 LCS Administrator: Margaret Greer libertychristianschool.org Pole Green Church of Christ 8319 Lee Davis Rd. 746-3376, 9am Sunday School; 10am Morning Worship; 7pm Wednesday Bible Study Senior Minister, Danny Stalls. 746-3376 www.pgchurchofchrist.com

LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 www.mlcas.org Sunday Service- 8:15 & 10:45am, Sun. School 9:30. Preschool for 3 -5 yr olds. Child Care 7am-6pm St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor, Sunday School 9:15am, Worship Service 10:30am, Nursery Provided.

NAZARENE Hanover Church of the Nazarene - Come Experience the Transformational Life. Relevant Teaching & Vibrant worship each week at 10:45 AM. 8391 Atlee Road Mech. VA 23116 746-3900. www.hanoverlife.com

NON-DENOMINATIONAL The Master’s House, 303A Ashcake Rd. Ashland, Sun. 10AM, Wed. 7PM, "KIDMO" Kids Ministry., Youth Media/Gaming Ctr., 368-7592 www.mastershouse.net

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Meadowbridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7400 Antique Lane Mechanicsville, Saturday Services: Sabbath School, 9:30am. Worship Service 11am. Wed. evening Prayer Meeting & Kids Clubs for Children of all ages, 7pm. Church phone #746-2788

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church , 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday School, 9am; Worship 10:15am (Nursery prov.); Wed. night prayer service 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Children in Action, Preschool to 5th grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Rev. John Johnson. Youth Pastor, Reverend Craig Secor. Church 781-0330. www.blackcreek.org Cool Spring Baptist Church , 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For information, activities & service times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800. Fairmount Memorial Baptist Church Celebrate Jesus with us on Sundays in Bible Study for all ages at 9:15am. Morning Worship 10:30am, & evening worship at 5:30pm. Child care is available for all services. The church is located on Mech. Trnpk, Hwy 360, just east of Laburnum Ave., and 2.2 miles west of 295. For info., call 329.5420. Family Life Baptist Church. Come Join the Family! Laurel Meadow Elementary School, 8248 Lee Davis Rd., Mech. Sundays, 10:30am. Pastor Glenn Hawkins 335-6728. www.familylifehanover.com First Union Baptist Church, 6231 Pole Green Road (3 miles east of 295) We invite you to worship and grow in the spirit with us. Join us for church school at 8:45am & morning worship at 10am, community bible study 11am & 7:30pm each Wed. 746-4095 Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hanover Courthouse Rd. 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sun 11am Svc 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. hbchanover.org Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev.Tim Madison Sunday Schedule: 8:45am Contemporary Worship, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Traditional Worship New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Emily Swartz, Minister of Youth & Education Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am. Bible Study/Youth activities; 6:00 pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org

Northside Baptist, 7600 Studley Road 746-4952 www.northsideva.org Worship 10:15am, Bible Study 9:00am Wed. activities for all ages: 5:30-7:30pm Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Rev. Mark Miller Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth Ryan Greene -Youth Min, Jean M. Dart, Music shalombaptist.net

SOVEREIGN GRACE BAPTIST New Hope Baptist - Located at 5452 Spotslee Circle, Mechanicsville. Sunday school 9:45 am, Morning worship 10:30 am, afternoon 1pm, Wednesday prayer & Bible study 7:30 pm. L. Ronald Staley, Pastor. For more info 321-2110. www.sovereigngraceinmechanicsville.org

UNITED METHODIST Enon Methodist Church – Korean New Year Service Join us in celebrating the Korean New Year through a time of worship, fellowship & sharing of culture on Sunday Feb. 6th, 2011. Sunday School begins at 9:45 followed by worship service in the Sanctuary at 11am & fellowship after the service. For more information contact us via our website www.enonumc.org or by phone at (804-764-4719). Enon United Methodist Church, 6156 Studley Rd. Mech. VA. 23116 Rev. Kanguk Lee. 746-4719. Come & Join us for Worship each Sun. 11am (Nursery prov) Sun. School, 9:45am for all ages. Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am. Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118 Shady Grove United MethodistCelebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:00. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00- All Ages. Nursery for preschoolers at all services. Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

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6497 McCauley Lane Stunning 4Bd/2Ba Cape in Mechanicsville. New tile, carpet, hardwood, deck, windows and hvac. Rear fence and shed with electric (220 amp). Original owner has done a wonderful job updating house with "Today’s Buyer" in mind. For more information or to schedule showing call Steve/Ed Landi 467-1015. Neumann & Dunn Real Estate and Development

LakeRidge Square Apartments , Voted Hanover’s Best for 2010! "Superior" Resident Satisfaction Award! Your "Home" , Our " Pleasure" Spacious 2BR/2BA Apartment Homes. Washer/Dryer /Alarm and all Appliances included. Prices from $825! www.lakeridgesquare.com 866-610-1221 804-550-3566 Fax 2 miles from VCC Mall and all conveniences!

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NEW PRICE!!! Beautiful three bedroom maintenance free transitional home located near shopping and entertainment! This impressive 1280sqft single story home contains kitchen with hardwood floors, family room with vaulted ceilings, masonry fireplace, gas logs, large bedrooms, and two full bathrooms with upgraded lighting, private fenced in back yard with paved driveway. This home is priced to sell in this market at $199,950! Contact Alan King at 804-512-9856.

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Homes for Sale - WATERFRONT Meachim Creek- Middlesex County. Waterfront Cottage 2- bdrms, 2 baths, bonus rm, 1150 sq ft, pier, carport, storage shed. Okay for small boat. Asking $229,000. Piankatank River- Upper Gloucester Co. Super views from this 2 bdrm, 2 bath Cottage. Bonus rm, screen porch, on 2 lots, bulk headed, pier with covered slip, 2 jet ski lifts, excellent condition, furnished. Must see! Asking $379,000. Call Irvin Shackelford, Mason Realty, 804-815-8400 or irsone@verizon.net

House For Rent - Mechanicsville $1100. per month. Call 261-5499 KIng William - 4-bdrm, 3.5 bath, 3,000sq. ft. w/2car garage. Former model home w/tons of upgrades. Partially furnished. Equipped with a Bosch Washer/Dryer & refrigerator. Automatic 12KW Generator. Available January 1st. No Pets. Credit Check. $1495/mo. + $1495 Deposit. Call Balducci Realty, Inc. (804) 730-0033. Mechanicsville, Kingswood Court- 3 BR 2 BA Liv. rm, Din. rm, Kit. Refrig., stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer included. Atlee Schools. 1.5 car garage. No pets. $1200. mo + deposit + utilities. Call 804-514-3750 for an appointment.

HOUSES FURNISHED KING WILLIAM - Close to Mechanicsville. Basement Apt. w/ private entrance. 1 BR 1 BA. Family room w/ wood burning fireplace. Kitchen. Storage area. Quiet tenant desired. $575. month plus half utilities. Call 366-5619 or 366-5868.

ROOMS FOR RENT Room For Rent- 3 Bedroom house. $600. month plus deposit. Includes utilities and cable. No smoking. No pets. Call 218-0582.

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HAULING ûFREE TOWING û -No Title Needed. $250/up Cash Paid for all Junk cars/trucks. 804-247-8640 TD40349 ûFREE TOWING û -No Title Needed. $300/up Cash Paid for all Junk cars/trucks. 804-247-8640 TD40349 Junk, Trash Removal, Appliances, furn, complete clean out, attics & basements. 559-3074 TD 40830

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Brick Rancher for rent on Cosby Mill Road in New Kent County. 3-bdrms, 2-full baths, 1-car attached garage, no pets without written permission of the Lessor, no smoking inside the house, $1500/month with lawn maintenance provided, $1400/moth if tenant maintains yard work, grass and trim work must be kept up. One month security deposit required. Personal/Financial references required. call 804-769-0505

Mechanicsville - Milton Woods 4 Bdrm, 2 Bath Cape built in 1995 with Fenced yard. $1050 mo. Carlos & Company Realty Inc. 342-0389

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Announcements AUCTION SALES AUCTION: Atlee Station Self Stg., 9285 Cool Spring Road, Mech., VA., 746-7867, February 7th, 2011 @ 11:00am for non-payment of rent. Charlotte Powell, Ashcake Masonry, D-199 (trash & junk). We reserve the right to reject any bids. Cash/credit card only. RS 45551

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8073 Mechanicsville Turnpike Mechanicsville, Va. 23111 Selling from the estate of Ray Pollard (owner of Gospel Chicken House) Selling farm equipment, antiques and collectibles and personal effects. 3000 Ford Tractor, numerous implements, along with other estate merchandise. Photos and details www.grindstaffauctions.com RS 45552

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YARD & ESTATE SALES Estate Sale by Family - Sat. Feb. 5th, 8 to 3 and Sun. Feb. 6th, 9 - 3. Indoors at 7420 Stuart Drive, Mechanicsville, 23111. Angels, tread mill, refrigerator, Christmas, Avon, salt & pepper shakers, antiques, collectibles, & household treasures at Affordable Prices!

98 F150-XLT 4.2 liter engine, 2 wheel drive, 8 foot bed, automatic, green, over $3,000 in recent repairs includes rebuilt tranmission, new tires, new battery, etc. Recent diagnostic with documentation for nothing wrong. $3,350. firm. Call 789-9768

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Merchandise FIREWOOD & FUEL All Seasoned Hardwood. Split & Delivered. Call 730-2163 or 901-2163 (cell) Firewood - Oak & Hickory. Small & Large Load Delivered. 804-746-1281 Seasoned Firewood For Sale. Small/Large Loads Delivered. Call 687-6442 or 798-5004

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Bed - New Mattress Set in Plastic w/ warr. Full $99, Queen $109, King $189. Delivery/Lay -A-Way. 218-0680 Signal Hill in Hanover - Burial Plot - double vault crypt for two people. With 24 x 14 memorial marker. Today’s value $5,545. Asking $4,000. or best offer. Call 212-9267.

Pets & Animals DOGS Chihuahua Puppies - AKC. Short Hair & Long-Hair Males & females. 3-5 lbs Full grown. Parents on premises. Call 804-513-2554 Shih tzu Puppies, CKC. Ready for February 2nd, will hold for Valentine’s Day! Brindle & White, Black & Brown. Male & Females. $450/firm. Call 804-514-9086, leave message.

Experienced & qualified auto tech needed. State inspectors licensed required. Please call David or Linda at David’s Automotive, 779-4808. Hair Stylist - 2-Booth Rentals Available. Low Rent. Make own schedule. Great Money & Many Extras. Call Mickey, 339-7993. Kitty’s Kids at Shady Grove, Inc. is seeking a part-time custodian. The position would require approximately 5-8 evening hours per week. For more detailed information and to apply, contact Shayna (559-7690). Mechanicsville area pool is looking for a Pool Manager for the 2011 summer season (approx. midMay - early Sept.) to manage all pool facilities and staff. Previous pool management or related experience is required. The following certifications or equivalents are required: American Red Cross (ARC) First Aid; ARC CPR for professional rescuer; ARC lifeguard training; ARC water safety instructor. Please send resume and/or personal information to OCCC, P.O. Box 182, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 or email to Oldchurchcc@yahoo.com

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HEATING/AC BELL CREEK Heating- Cooling Service & Preventative Maintenance. 31 yrs exp. Lic. BBB 559-1045.

HOME REPAIRS Drywall Repairs- Small jobs welcome. Clean & Dependable. Licensed & Insured 30 years experience. Dean~ 803-8417 Herring Home ImprovementWindows, Decks, Sheds, Repairs. Licensed & Insured. Call 537-5755 Home Improvements & Repairs: Kitchen, Bath, Plumbing, Painting, Carpentry, Window Replacement, etc. Beckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Renovation & Repair. 804-363-0893 Stanley Home Improvement 10% off Winter Special All repairs done thru Mar Repairs inside & out, No job too small. Licensed & Insured Ken 262-8845

LAWN CARE RJ. Davis Lawn Care, Inc. Complete Lawn Care Service, 798-0492 rjdavislawncare.com NORMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TREE & LAWN CARE SERVICE. GRASS CONTRACTS, SEEDING, AERATION, MULCHING, LEAF REMOVAL, TRACTOR WORK & MORE. FREE EST. LICENSED & INSURED. CALL 769-7197 1-Call for all your Lawn Care needs. Mulching, Aerating, Grass Contracts & more. Insured. Free Est. L & J Landscaping & Tree Service, LLC. 687-6442 or 798-5004 Sandy Valley Lawn Care - Insured Pruning, Yard Clean Up, Leaf Removal Mowing, Complete Lawn Care 779-7046

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LAWN CARE KJLC Commercial Grounds Maintenance Commercial & Residential Landscape Grading, Pavers, Sidewalk, Patios & Retaining Walls, Drainage, Weed Control, Fertilization, Aeration, Seeding, Pruning, Mulch. Call 746-0827

804-706-6882

Affordable House Painting & Repairs Int. & Ext. Painting, Staining, Power Washing, Textured Ceilings, Sheetrock & Wall Papering Lic. & Ins. - Kevin Taylor, 241-5016

ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential. Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531 Berberich General Contracting - Local Interior & Exterior Painting and Powerwashing Servicing Mechanicsville Since 1988 Call 779-3118 or 334-0919 E.J. HornungExcellent References. Interior & Exterior. Great Rates. 746-5613 John Saylorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Painting - 35 years experience. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. Call 795-2164 or 305-5396. Painting By George Interior & Exterior Reasonable Rates. Call 550-3260 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352 ~ PERKINS PAINTING ~ Husband & Wife Team Clean, Quick & Affordable Residential/Int. Lic & Ins Free Est. 559-9232 Seay Brothers Painting & Wallcovering Also, Sheetrock & plaster repairs. Interior & Exterior. All work guaranteed. Low Rates. References Available. Lic/Insured. Call 804-994-3898

PLUMBING Browning Plumbing Services, Inc. Home & Commercial Plumbing Repairs Backflow Testing and Repairs Serving Mechanicsville & Surrounding Areas Reasonable Rates. Call 559-4766

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CONCRETE/BRICK D & P Concrete Patios, Sidewalks, Driveways, Garages, Agerate & Footings. Call 572-4510 or 221-0683

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FLOORS Carpet Installed $1.19 sq. ft. -Six colors to choose from. 100% Nylon, FHA approved. We also Install: Vinyl, Hardwood, Ceramic, Laminate & Do Repairs. For Free Measurements Call (804)-244-1239

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Hardwood Installation & Refinishing. Laminate & Tile flooring also. Licensed & Insured. Call Derrick 804-928-6564.

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GARAGES/GARAGE DOORS Mechanicsville Garage Door Sales & Service. 254-0398

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Ritchie Home Improvement - Additions, Decks, Garages, Screened Porches, Sheds, Windows & Siding. Repairs & Improvements of all sizes. Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Call 512-7441

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GUTTER CLEANING Licensed /Insured. Free Estimates. Call Ernie Perdue, 328-1668

HANDYMAN HANDYMAN SERVICES Carpentry, Painting, Drywall. No Job Is Too Small. Lic/Ins 804-338-2436

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HAULING BERBERICH HAULING Serving Mechanicsville Since 1988 Trees, Bushes, Junk 779-3118 or 334-0919 Junk Removal Service (all types) Free Estimates Call Russ at 559-5130

HEATING/AC BELL CREEK Heating- Cooling Service & Preventative Maintenance. 31 yrs exp. Lic. BBB 559-1045.

804-706-6882

Affordable House Painting & Repairs Int. & Ext. Painting, Staining, Power Washing, Textured Ceilings, Sheetrock & Wall Papering Lic. & Ins. - Kevin Taylor, 241-5016

PLUMBING Browning Plumbing Services, Inc. Home & Commercial Plumbing Repairs Backflow Testing and Repairs Serving Mechanicsville & Surrounding Areas Reasonable Rates. Call 559-4766

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

S.F. Barnes IV Home Improvement

CALL 737-1439 or 305-2491

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BRICK FRONT COLONIAL – $50,000 UNDER ASSESSMENT A TY ER RAN R WA

FEATURED HOME OF THE WEEK

BASEMENT HOME IN HANOVER PLAN YOUR SUMMER VACATION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT A TY ER RAN R WA

Breathtaking Transitional w/almost 4,700 sq. ft., full finished basement w/music room, full bath & huge rec room w/kitchenette. Gracious formal rms, kitchen w/ Cherry cabinets & stainless steel appliances, FR w/gas FP, 4 BR’s including a master suite w/luxury bath w/a jetted tub, 26x24 attached garage, finished 3rd flr, dimensional roof, and tons more sitting on over an VIRTUAL TOUR acre lot! $400,000.

Almost 3,800 square feet, brick front, vinyl siding & windows, brand new granite and stainless steel appliances in the massive kitchen, formal rooms with wood floors, two-story foyer & family room, incredible master suite, first-floor office, fresh interior paint, irrigation system, 2-car attached garage & more. Hop, skip & jump to Ash VIRTUAL TOUR Creek pool! $400,000.

Colonial home with over 3,800 square feet sitting on a 3.25 wooded acre lot, 5 BR’s including a master suite with a jetted tub, 3 full baths plus 2 half baths, eat-in kitchen w/ island, wood floors throughout 1st floor, 2 Zone Heat/AC, 2 car garage, walk-up attic, rec room in basement, possibility of 7 BR’s. VIRTUAL TOUR $389,000.

Spectacular home with 5 BR’s, 5½ Bath with its own Private Pool, Soak in the Hot Tub, Rec Room with Pool Table. Enjoy Ocean Views in the Stunning Ships Watch! Conveniently located at Milepost 10.5, only 600 feet to Beach access and walking distance to Shopping and Dining. Perfect Vacation Spot for 2 or 3 Families.

ONE OWNER HOME IN STEPHENS MANOR

FRESH TO THE MARKET – ASH CREEK

PRICED TO MAKE YOU MOVE

PRIVATE 2.8 ACRE LOT – KING WILLIAM

2,600 square feet, two-story foyer, formal rooms w/wood floors, 4 BR’s including a vaulted master w/two walk-in closets, spacious eatin kitchen, awesome fenced backyard w/deck and patio, family room w/gas FP, full size utility room, all appliances convey, and natural gas heat and central VIRTUAL TOUR air. $319,900.

Beautiful Transitional in the Private Gated Community of Woodruff ! 2,300 sq. ft., 4 BRs, huge kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, formal dining room, large great room w/gas FP, 2-car garage, full front porch, vinyl siding and windows, walk-up attic, 2-zone heating and cooling, dimensional roof, rear deck plus generator hookup. $269,950.

BEAUTIFUL RENOVATED ALL BRICK CAPE COD

ALL BRICK RANCHER – 3/4 ACRE LOT!

Over 3,000 sq. ft., brick front & vinyl siding, two-car attached garage, 5 large bedrooms, tons of wood floors, formal living & dining rooms, kitchen w/granite, island & breakfast nook, family room w/two-sided gas FP, Florida room, walk-in storage areas, two-zone natural gas heat & central air plus ERA one-year warranty sitting on over half acre wooded cul-de VIRTUAL TOUR sac lot! $384,500.

Beautiful Transitional w/3,512 sq. ft., dramatic twostory foyer, formal rooms w/wd flrs, vaulted FR w/wood burning fireplace, kitchen w/new Granite & newer stainless steel appliances, 1st flr office, 4 BR’s, rec room, fenced backyard, two-tiered rear deck, full-size utility room, 2-zone heating & cooling, and maintenance-free vinyl siding & windows on a private cul-de-sac VIRTUAL TOUR lot. $379,500.

GREAT PRICE IN ATLEE SCHOOL DISTRICT

VICTORIAN COLONIAL HOME

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Almost 3,300 sq ft w/ 5 BR’s including a master suite w/ deluxe bath, formal rooms w/ wd flrs, kitchen w/ wd flrs, Granite countertops & all appliances convey, sunken FR w/ gas FP, finished third flr w/ a full bath, full size utility room, 2 zone heating & cooling, irrigation system, fenced back yard, vinyl siding & windows plus One Year ERA Home Warranty. VIRTUAL TOUR $374,950

Almost A Half Acre Lot With Lots Of Privacy! 3 BR’s, 2 full ceramic baths, low-maintenance vinyl siding, vinyl replacement windows, FR w/brick wood FP, huge updated kitchen, wood floors throughout, full-size utility room, 1½-car detached garage, spacious paved driveway, fenced backyard, concrete rear patio, central air and heat pump, and mature landscaping. Convenient to Everything! IRTUAL OUR $205,000.

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Almost 2,000 sq. ft., 4 BRs w/a 1st flr floor inlaw suite, 3½ baths, family room w/wd flrs and wood burning brick FP, kitchen w/ceramic tile countertops and wd flrs, formal dining room w/ wd flrs, new vinyl siding, new dimensional roof, maintenance-free front porch and rear deck, tool shed, electric heat pump and central air sitting on a private cul-de-sac lot. $219,950.

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Almost 2,100 sq. ft. vinyl-sided Colonial. Atlee High School District, 4 BR’s plus a sitting room off master, walk-up attic and garage is perfect for storage, 2-zone heating & cooling, formal rooms w/wood floors, front country porch, paved drive and One-Year ERA Warranty. VIRTUAL TOUR $238,950.

Updated Colonial home (2 years ago) with three bedrooms, kitchen with ceramic tile floor, maple cabinets and appliances, newer plumbing and electrical, newer central air and heat pump, newer roof, refinished wood floors, two-car garage, fenced backyard, huge utility room, front and rear porches. Great Investment Property! $119,950.

Well Maintained & Updated w/ over 2,000 sq ft, huge great room w/ brick fp w/ gas logs, kitchen w/ Silestone countertops, tile flooring & spacious nook, master suite w/ large walk-in closet, vaulted Florida room, huge privacy fenced back yard, custom built rear deck w/ hot tub, beautiful front porch, vinyl siding and more. $234,950 VIRTUAL TOUR

TRI-LEVEL PRICED $52,000 UNDER ASSESSMENT

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Over 2,500 Square Feet Transitional Sitting On A Large Wooded Acre Lot! Brand new Granite in the open kitchen plus a new stainless steel dishwasher, formal living and dining rooms, large family room with a wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors throughout first floor, new Friese carpet on the second floor, fresh interior paint, four bedrooms including a vaulted master suite with two walk-in closets, double dormer window seat with storage underneath, two walk-in storage areas and a deluxe bath. Other amenities include a massive rear deck, patio, two-car attached garage, maintenance-free vinyl siding and windows, natural gas heat and central VIRTUAL TOUR air, and a walk-up attic for storage. $299,850.

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Brick/Vinyl Siding Tri-Level w/ over 2,400 sq. ft., 4 BR’s, 3 full baths, formal living & dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, family room w/ brick fp, huge utility room, fenced back yard, rear deck, electric heat pump, central air, detached tool shed, sitting on almost a half acre lot. One year ERA Warranty $199,900.

Almost 1,900 sq. ft., 4 BR’s, new baths, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, full size utility room, all new flooring, fresh paint, new hot water heater, new electric, new HVAC system, new interior doors, dimensional shingled roof, 3 brick FP’s, jaloused porch, 1½ attached garage, and built-in bookshelves & cabinets. This Home Is Definitely Move-In Condition – All You Need Is Your Furniture! VIRTUAL TOUR $175,000.

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BRICK FRONT TRANSITIONAL – MILESTONE

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All brick w/ almost 1,400 sq. ft., 3 BR’s, 2 full tiled baths, beautiful updated kitchen w/ all appliances, large living room w/ entry to family room w/ a wood burning brick fireplace, new hot water heater, new HVAC system, fenced back yard, replacement windows, new shutters, large detached tool shed, and new front door. TRULY MOVEIN CONDITION IRTUAL OUR $179,000.

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Gorgeous & Upgrades Galore! Brick front, vinyl siding & windows, full brick front porch, almost 3,350 sq. ft., wood flrs throughout, vaulted FR, kitchen w/ Granite counters, Florida room, 1st flr master, Huge Rec Room w/ separate entrance, 275 unfinished sq. ft., 3 Zone HVAC System and more! Landscaping Maintained By ComVIRTUAL TOUR munity! $374,900.

Custom brick Transitional with almost 3,600 square feet, stunning kitchen, up to 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, two-story foyer and family room, formal rooms with wood floors, first floor bedroom or office, two-car attached garage, jetted tub, aggregate concrete drive and walkway, dimensional roof, ERA One Year Warranty. All of this and more sitting on a culVIRTUAL TOUR de-sac lot! $419,000.

Renovated Brick Rancher with three bedrooms, new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new wall to wall carpet, new paint, fresh paint, new lighting, new 30-year dimensional roof, new heat pump & central air, new bathroom, new windows, repaved drive, utility room with washer/dryer and carport. $3,000 Closing Costs! $105,950

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