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Health care reform tops HABCC session By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local

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The Mechanicsville Turnpike and Bell Creek Road intersection was the scene of the most crashes in Hanover County in 2010.

Watch out! Top crash sites listed At 25, the Mechanicsville Turnpike and Bell Creek South intersection ranks number one in Hanover County’s top 10 crash locations. According to Capt. Michael J. Trice, the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office annually conducts an analysis of

traffic related fatalities and crashes and subsequently develops information campaigns and selective enforcement details that are intended to reduce the number of traffic related incidents and save lives. see CRASH, pg. 4 `

Chickahominy supervisor will not seek re-election Robert R. “Bob” Setliff, Chickahominy District representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, announced last week that he will not seek re-election. On Wednesday, Feb. 2, the two-term supervisor said he plans to retire on Dec. 31. Setliff, now in his eighth year as SETLIFF

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ation of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce. Samantha Otero and Tom Health Care Reform and Foster of McCandlish Holton PC how it addresscould afed the fect local breakbusifast sesnesses sion, was the which topic for was held the Feb. at the 2 meetIslamor a d a ing of the RestauHanover FOSTER OTERO rant at As s o c i -

Bass Pro Shops in Ashland. Foster told local business professionals that the recently passed “affordable care act” is a complex and changing document. He assists employers with em-ployee benefit plans and said the recent legislation has moved to the forefront of his practice. “Clearly, the change that is occurring in the health care world with the laws that were enacted last year have a major impact on that,” he said. see HABCC, pg. 4 `

HCPS launches phone hotlines Hanover County Public Schools has launched a new service for those individuals that want the latest information on school closings or delays. Citizens will now be able to call 277-4960 to hear information that may affect the regular school schedule due to inclement weather. This option will benefit parents, guardians and students that may not have Internet access or other means to obtain school information via television or radio. Last month, Hanover County Public Schools introduced a new telephone number that provides daily school bus notifications. From changes in bus num-

bers and bus driver substitutes to school bus delays, if regular bus information is altered, the latest details are available by calling the Hanover County Public Schools bus transportation hotline at 441-8274. Elementary school bus information is available by pressing 1. Secondary school bus changes can be accessed by pressing 2 and any last minute variations, primarily in bus numbers will be announced by pressing 3. Situations occur every day that can warrant changes in the regular bus or school schedule. The new telephone information lines enable Hanover County Public Schools to effectively communicate any adjustments that may impact the regular school day or transportation schedule.

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CMS 6th grader takes Bee title After a historical 22 challenging rounds, Yashna Nainani, a sixth grade student at Chickahominy Middle School, was declared the 2010-2011 division spelling champion for Hanover County Public Schools. Last year’s runnerup took the title this year with the word “abacus.” Jenny Droujinsky, a fifth grade student at Rural Point Elementary School, was the runner-up this year. Nainani is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raj Nainani of Mechanicsville. Her awards include a Webster’s Dictionary that was presented on behalf of the Richmond Times-Dispatch. see BEE, pg. 26 `

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Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at location on Lee-Davis Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Verdon Rd.

Unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect stole items at location on Bell Creek Rd.

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Suspect assaulted victim at location on Mountain Rd.

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The other nine are: ✓ Mechanicsville Turnpike and Lee Davis Road — 16. ✓ Chamberlayne Avenue and Atlee Station Road — 12. ✓ Mechanicsville Turnpike and Old Hickory Drive — 10. ✓ Mechanicsville Turnpike and Elm Drive — 8. ✓ Lee Davis Road and Cold Harbor Road — 6. ✓ Pole Green Road and Bell Creek Road — 6. ✓ Chamberlayne Avenue and Atlee Road — 5. ✓ Mechanicsville Turnpike and Creighton Parkway — 5. ✓ Mechanicsville Turnpike and Wynbrook Lane — 5. In 2010, the Sheriff ’s Office investigated eight fatal crashes. One fatality occurred on private property. Five of the crashes were single vehicles crashes. All eight deaths were the

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direct result of either alcohol or speed. Lack of seat belt usage was a factor in three of the deaths. Last year, a high frequency of crashes occurred on the major thoroughfares in Hanover County. The common cause of these crashes continues to be following too closely, followed by red light violations, improper lane changes, DUI, and fail-to-yield. As in previous years, the majority of crashes are occurring midday and during the evening hours between 4 and 8 p.m. Overall traffic crashes throughout the county dropped 11.5 percent from 1,326 in 2009 to 1,174 in 2010. Injuries were reduced by 2.4 percent. Crashes in the top 10 locations were also reduced by 3 percent. For the past three years, the Sheriff ’s Office has conducted an aggressive drunk driving enforcement campaign. In that time 1,152 drunk drivers have been arrested. As a result of these efforts, the number of alcohol related crashes in 2010 decreased by 14.3 percent and injuries related to alcohol related crashes

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Chickahominy’s representative, served about 12 years on the Planning Commission before being elected to the Board of Supervisors. The 74-year-old said “it is time to return the Chickahominy seat to someone younger, who can bring new vigor in representing the good citizens of the district.” Setliff also said he needs more time to devote to his family and other interests. He and his wife Connie have two married sons and two grandchildren and will celebrate their 53rdd anniversary this year. “We need more time than board duties allow,” he said. “I’m very honored and proud to have served the county for these 20 years. There are many, many wonderful people I will miss — citizens, board members, Planning Commission nembers and excellent county staff — but it is time to go and enjoy a new part of my life.”

Foster said his employer clients have experienced minimal difficulty dealing with the new regulations so far. All employers must provide employee health care coverage by 2014. For smaller businesses, there are government subsidies available to assist and larger businesses will incur penalties for not providing coverage. There also are limitations on the type of health insurance coverage provided and limitations on the charge for those services. Also, hospitals and doctors offices will benefit from better efficiency under the new provisions. “It’s intended to be a comprehensive bill, truly not the complex hybrid system that we have in this country,” Foster said. Health care insurance coverage is provided through several mechanisms under the U.S. healthcare system. While some employers pay full benefit costs, others pay partial amounts and employers make up the difference. “We also have some government insured programs, including Medicaid and Medicare, and some government provided healthcare such as the system for veterans,” Foster said. He said the patchwork system of coverage makes it almost impossible for one bill to cover everything. “We have a complex system and this bill is not moving away from that complex hybrid system. It is tying up the rough edges of the current system and giving incentives and regulations for

decreased by 16.6 percent. “Unfortunately,” Trice said, “the fatality rate remained the same as 2009, and DUI as a contributing factor continues to be a problem.” “The Sheriff ’s Office will continue to conduct our traffic safety enforcement with the purpose of making our roads safer,” Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, said. “The reductions in crashes and injuries in 2010 were encouraging; however, the loss of life was unacceptable and the number of crashes along our major thorough-fares continues at an unacceptable rate. “While the Sheriff ’s Office traffic safety enforcement efforts have received state and national recognition during 2010, we are committed to seeking areas to improve,” he added. “The Sheriff ’s Office will continue to raise awareness to address issues related to driver inattention and other traffic safety issues, conduct checkpoints, carry out seat belt enforcement campaigns, and maintain high visibility patrols in congested traffic areas,” Hines said.

dealing with that system,” Foster said. He also acknowledged the constitutional uncertainty of the legislation as judges rule on both sides of the issue. U.S. District Judge Roger Vinson of Florida found the entire bill unconstitutional due to the flaws in the employee mandate portions of the act. Sponsors of the bill failed to include a severability clause in the document, meaning, if one part of the bill is found to be unconstitutional, then the entire bill is voided. Two judges also have ruled in favor of the legislation, and a Virginia judge specifically ruled the employee mandates for coverage to be unconstitutional. “That was from an individual coverage standpoint as opposed to the employer coverage standpoint,” Otero said. U.S. District Judge Henry E. Hudson of Alexandria did not prohibit further implementation of the bill. “We are not experts on the politics,” Foster added. While Foster deals with the impacts the new legislation will have on employers, Otero deals with more specific employer-employee impacts and labor issues. She said many of her clients are exploring the grandfathering portion of the new bill. Grandfathered plans are exempted from the non-discrimination requirements contained in the bill. Staying grandfathered still allows employers flexibility and minor changes are allowed. Otero said all bets are off should the legislation fail to pass judicial tests. “We’re in a waitand-see mode. It will get to the Supreme Court.”

Family tradition: Welsh receives McDonald’s honor By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Hamburgers may be a big part of the family business, but Whitney Welsh – a recent recipient of the 2010 Ray Kroc Award – said, “We’re in the people business.” She is the third generation of the Bishop family to become a key player in regional McDonald’s operations. Welsh, a Mechanicsville resident, has been managing the Bottoms Bridge McDonald’s at 2138 Pocahontas Trail in Quinton for a little more than a year. In addition to the New Kent County location, her family also operates McDonald’s restaurants on the Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville and at Virginia Center Commons in Glen Allen. According to McDonald’s, the Ray Kroc Award “is given only to the top one percent of McDonald’s USA restaurant managers to recognize their superior performance and

achievement.” As a recipient, Welsh receives a prize package that includes a $2,500 cash award and a distinguished lapel pin. In April, she will be honored during an awards banquet in Chicago. The Ray Kroc Award is based the founder’s commitment to people and recognizing their contributions to the organization he helped establish. She started her career with McDonald’s as a manager trainee in May 2008. She was named restaurant manager in January 2010. Welsh is taking part in the Next Generation program, which will allow her to become a franchise owner/operator. She recently was included on the Dean’s List at Hamburger University, McDonald’s training facility at the corporate headquarters in Oakbrook, Ill. Tim Bishop, Welsh’s father and owner/operator of the Mechanicsville, Glen Allen and Quinton restaurants, said,

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Retiring school leader opens up to The Local The successes of the Hanover County Public Schools have been well documented since Dr. Stewart D. Roberson arrived in 1995 to take the helm as superintendent. But just who is the man behind the accomplishments? For starters, he is humble — quick to acknowledge the contributions of others. He embraces the leadership role and relishes the qualities of those serving the school district. Last Tuesday, Roberson took time out of his busy schedule to talk openly about his life and the path that led him to education and Hanover County. Since this most likely will be a series of articles, you can expect to see his story launch in the coming weeks. Two hours of conversation create many notes — and what will evolve into a compelling story. Roberson said education is part of his DNA — his mother was a teacher. He also cites the influences of three teachers of his home county, Patrick. And his wife Leslie is an educator on the staff at RandolphMacon College. The outgoing superintendent, whose official retirement date is July 31, will remain in Hanover County. Despite some moves along the way with his career, this is home to the Roberson family. This is a mere glimpse at what will be the story you may not know about Dr. Stewart D. Roberson. We are eager to share it with you.

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☞ Surprising news came last Wednesday when Robert R. “Bob” Setliff, who represents the Chickahominy District on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, announced he will not seek re-election. He steps down when his term ends on Dec. 31. Setliff has agreed to share his story in the near future. We wish him well. Melody Kinser

United States — and regardless of what nationalities comprised the flow – has always been accompanied by stagnation or economic regression for black Americans. Elmer Brown Mechanicsville Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s crusade for economic justice was not limited to poor black Americans. see LETTERS, pg. 8 ` His work was aimed at helping all vulnerable Americans of any race or national origin. But King recognized that historic circumstances had left a large, disproportionate share of Black Americans in an The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of economic underclass. interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your Many, like www.numbersUSA.com, believe that address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to Americans whose ancestors were slaves have been the edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be greatest victims of the renewal of mass immigration published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers that has occurred since King’s assassination in 1968. and not The Mechanicsville Local. Readings on the history of both Black Americans Send letters to: and of immigration finds something entirely predictThe Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, able about mass immigration above that of historical Mechanicsville, VA 23111 trends. Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com That is, mass immigration when it has occurred in the

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Schools budget devoted to instruction Hanover County Public Schools leads all of Virginia’s school districts for the percentage of expenditures directed to classroom instruction. Patricia Wright, state superintendent of public instruction, recently announced the findings. “This is a remarkable achievement for which the entire community should be justifiably proud. It is the embodiment of what we mean when we say, ‘the main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing’,’” Dr. Stewart D. Roberson, Hanover’s superintendent of schools, said. Utilizing definitions from and data compiled by the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Bureau of the Census, the report is the result of efforts nationwide and in Virginia to account for the percentage of total spending directed to support classroom instruction within each school district. Roberson said that “what makes this especially significant is that it is clear evidence that our recent deep budget reductions have been steered away from the classroom substantially.” Proposed legislation promoting the “65 percent rule” has prompted deeper analysis

of how America’s 15,500 school complex enterprise. The bulk districts allocate their approved of our remaining expenditures support the operation of the budgets. In Virginia, the analysis 85th largest school transportashows that nine school districts, tion system in America, assure that nearincluding ly 2 milHanover, “This is a remarkable lion meals exceed the achievement for are served 65 perwhich the entire annually, cent stancommunity should and make dard for an annuclassroom be justifiably proud.” al debt expendiDR. STEWART D. ROBERSON payment tures. Superintendent which With Hanover County Public Schools accounts its leading for nearly 67.9 percent expenditure, Roberson said 10 percent of our budget.” While praising the entire Hanover’s school district is similar to all others in that “we are a school community for how it

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Numbers jump for stray dogs I invite The Local’s readers to look at the stray dogs on the Hanover County Animal Control’s website. As part of my rescue efforts, I look at this site every day

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to match their strays with lost reports on Craigslist. I am accustomed to seeing roughly eight to 15 dogs there. But, in the past weeks, the number has jumped to 35 to 45 stray dogs. The site’s pictures show that 90 percent are hunting dogs. I know that with every hunting season dogs end up at the shelter and no one ever comes to claim them.

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One of my own dogs was in that predicament. She had a collar with the hunter’s name and phone number but he wouldn’t come to get her when the staff called him. Why? She was old, had obviously been bred repeatedly, and he’d owe a fine for her not being up-to-date on shots and licensing. So, she was disposable. He’d just breed some more to take her place. As a rescuer, I am frustrated. As a taxpayer, I am angry. Why should the taxpayers pay the tab for these negligent hunters? The expenses incurred at the shelter during this time have surely increased in order to pick up, care for, and ultimately dispose of these dogs. Despite the best efforts of the staff at the shelter and rescuers, the large majority of these dogs will be euthanized. If anyone reading this has an idea for a solution to this problem, please bring it to the attention of the Board of Supervisors. Go to their next meeting and speak to them at Citizens’ Hour when they listen to whatever the citizens have to say. It’s time for this form of cruelty and neglect to stop. Teresa Jacobsen Mechanicsville

Take action on illegal drivers Following up on my recent letter dealing with the deaths of two Virginians at the hands of drunken or unlicensed illegal drivers in our county and asking people to get involved in what to do about the situation, I can now give you specifics on how you can accomplish that involvement. Here are bills in the House of Delegates of our General Assembly that need passage in dealing the matter: HB 1465 to prohibit Virginia colleges and universities from admitting illegal aliens to their

schools. HB 1601 would increase the penalty for driving under the influence without a valid license and causing the death of another to an aggravated involuntary manslaughter felony, punishable by a minimum one year in jail and up to 20 years of imprisonment. Due to recent unfortunate incidents where citizens of the Commonwealth have lost their lives due to illegal immigrants driving under the influence and unlicensed. this bill honors those killed by drunken or unlicensed illegals. HB 1420 – Immigration laws; State Police to enter into agreement with U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement. Introduced by Del. David B. Albo, R-42. HB 1421 – Immigration laws, federal; enforcement by State, political subdivisions, or localities. Introduced by Del. Albo. HB 1430 – Arresting officer to ascertain citizenship of arrestee; supplements existing law. Introduced by Del. Albo HB 1601 - Aggravated involuntary manslaughter; punishment when committed by unlicensed driver. HB 2332 – Arresting officer to ascertain citizenship of arrestee. (Variant of HB 1430 above). Introduced by Del. L. Scott Lingamfelter, R-31. HB 1934 – Enforcement of immigration laws; agreement with United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Introduced by Del. Jackson H. Miller, R-50. HB 1468 – Citizenship or legal presence required for public assistance; verification required. Introduced by Del. Albo. HB 1727 – Virginia Fair Employment Act; certain public contractors, etc., to enroll in E-Verify Program. Introduced by Del. Charles W. Carrico Sr., R-5. HB 1859 – Public Procurement Act; state agencies to include in contract that con-

tractor use E-Verify Program. Introduced by Del. Richard L. Anderson, R-51. HB 2333 – Virginia Public Procurement Act; preference for Virginia firms using EVerify program. Introduced by Del. Lingamfelter HB 1781 – Street gang; punishment for predicate act. Introduced by Del. C. Todd Gilbert, R-15. HB 2330 – Secretary of Public Safety; information exchange program. Introduced by Del. Lingamfelter. HB 1775 – Immigration status; parent enrolling student in public school must indicate citizenship. Introduced by Del. Gilbert. HB 1777 – Fake birth certificate; penalty. Introduced by Del. Gilbert. HB 1465 — Higher educational institutions; admission of illegal aliens. Introduced by Del. Christopher K. Peace, R-97. HB 1651 — Driver’s licenses, permits, and special identification cards; issuance only to U.S. citizens. Introduced by Del. John A. Cosgrove, R-78. Please pick up the phone and call Del. John A. Cox, R55, at 698-1055 and Sen. Ryan T. McDougle, R-4, at 698-7504 demanding passage of these bills. By so doing you will honor the memories of not only those two residents from our county but all those who have been killed in Virginia and the nation as well from illegal immigrants and bring them to justice they so desperately desire and deserve. Richard W. Firth Mechanicsville

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does not mean you should always use it. Transparency and the rule of law will be the touchstones of this presidency.” Since that day, the American people watched legislative processes being taken “behind closed doors” time and time again by radical congressional leaders working in concert with Obama Administration arm-twisters. They have used backroom deals, unconstitutional power grabs, legislative trickery, and Chicago-style tactics in burdening us with plagues like ObamaCare, socalled “Hate Crimes” legislation, and the repeal of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) policy prohibiting open homosexuality in our armed forces. Now, it is widely reported that President Obama plans to use Executive Orders and federal regulatory agencies to sidestep the Republicancontrolled House. President Obama is determined to circumvent the United States Congress on issues that he cannot pursue through legislation. He has surrounded himself with extremist, agenda-driven “czars” and other unelected, unvetted officials to whom he can dictate policy. He is blatantly manipulating federal agencies to sidestep the constitutionally prescribed checks and balances at the heart of our form of government. How can this travesty be stopped? We, the American people, must be united in purpose in calling for constitutional authority, accountability, transparency and respect for the rule of law. We demand transparency and accountability. LaToya Brown Mechanicsville

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Voice of Democracy scholarships awarded VFW Post 9808 presents more than $20,000 to county students usty McGuire, chairman of VFW Post 9808’s Voice of Democracy & Educational Awards Committee, has announced the 2010-11 competition scholarship winners and awardees from their district. He also said the Post awarded more than $20,000 in scholarships to students at three Hanover County high schools: Atlee, Hanover and LeeDavis. Numerous students from across the county competed for the top prizes and, according to McGuire, the winners are: Atlee — Brandon Wear, first place, $2,500; Matthew Rohr, second place, $2,000; and Michael Verdiccio, third place, $1,500. Hanover — Christina Cox, first place, $2,500; Joel Goodloe, second place, $2,000; and Stephan Martin, third place, $1,500. Lee-Davis — Hannah Card, first place, $2,500; Hannah Blanco, second place, $2,000; and Brian Ketchem, third place, $1,500. At VFW Post 9808’s award banquet, two R.O.T.C. students from each program in 9808’s district also were honored. This year’s recipients are:

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Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9808 of Mechanicsville recently recognized students at three Hanover County high schools with scholarships through the Voice of Democracy competition. The Post awarded more than $20,000 in scholarships to students at Atlee, Hanover and Lee-Davis. Rusty McGuire, left, front row, serves as chairman of the Voice of Democracy & Educational Awards Committee.

Senior Scholarship Underclassman Scholarship Atlee — Jacole White, $1,000 bond; and Spencer Degenaars, $100 bond. Lee-Davis — Robert F. Evans, $1,000 bond; and Hannah Blanco, $100 bond. During the program, VFW Post 9808 also took the time to recognize the teacher of the year from each high school in their district. This year’s awardees are:

Atlee — Fred Doctor; Hanover — Donald Kalinowski; and Lee-Davis — Ginger Palmen. Judges for this competition come from the business community, education community, and communications. “Their participation,” McGuire added, “helps make the program a success.“ Serving as judges this year were Ed Via, Alexandra Beck, Sean Davis, Lindsey Henley, Crystal

Driggs, AJ Lagoe, Catie Beck, Bob Hundley, Kacie Jacobs and Emily Richardson. ——The Voice of Democracy competition is endorsed by the National Association of Secondary Principals (NASSP) and provides high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors the opportunity to write and record a broadcast script on a patriotic theme, competing for more than $2.3 million in college scholarships

and incentives. State winners will travel to Washington, D.C., to compete for the $30,000 grand prize. “Watching these young men and women made me proud of our education system in Hanover County,” McGuire said. “Christina Cox not only won for Hanover High, she won the district and placed third in the state. Hanover’s commitment to education is second to none.”

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Daniel Banton, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scottâ&#x20AC;?, 44, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife, Erika; son, Erik; daughter, Danielle; mother, Joan Poe; brother, Kenny and wife, Janet; sister, Debbie Green; â&#x20AC;&#x153;brother,â&#x20AC;? Dean Martin and wife, Peggy; and many relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Herman Banton. Scott graduated Hermitage High School in 1984 and VCU in 1988 and received his MBA from VCU in 1997. Captain Banton was a veteran of Desert Storm, where he served with Second Marine Division. His awards include the NAM, NDSM, SASM, SSDR and the KLM. Family received friends at Woody Funeral Home, 9271 Shady Grove Rd., on Monday, Feb. 7, 2011. Memorial services were held Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2011 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church on Nuckols Road. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Banton Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College Fund, c/o M&T Bank, 9695 Sliding Hill Road, Ashland, Va. 23005.

Frances Fullen Chasen, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011 at her home. Born in the Southwestern part of Virginia 91 years ago, she was the daughter of Mary B. Fullen and Aker Fullen. She was the youngest of seven children. Mrs. Chasen moved to Ashland, Va., to live with her oldest sister, Iva Fullen Granger, when she was a teenager. She attended John Marshall High School, where she met her partner for life, Irvin Chasen. After high school graduation, she was employed with Reynolds Tobacco Company, where she worked until she wed. She was a founding member of Phi Sigma Alpha, Epsilon Chapter, where she later was honored as their Woman of the Year and their president. Mrs. Chasen is survived by her husband of 66 years, Irvin J. Chasen; daughter, Bette Chasen Boone of Whitsett, N.C.; son, Richard Jeffrey â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jeffâ&#x20AC;? Chasen of Richmond; grandson, Jeremy T. Boone and his wife, Dawn, of Christiansburg, Va., Adam Gregory Chasen of Raleigh, N.C., and Nathan Michael Chasen of Athens, Ga.; granddaughter, Allison Chasen Rauch and her husband, Spencer, of Charlotte, N.C.; and great-grandJoel Taylor Blanton, daughter, Lindsey Taylor Boone 21, of Beaverdam, passed away of Christiansburg, Va. A graveside on Friday, Feb. 4, 2011. He was service was held Saturday, Feb. 5, preceded in death by his father, Taylor V. Blanton. He is survived 2011 at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. by his mother, Julie D. Henry; stepfather, Bruce Henry; a sister, Katie Blanton; a brother, Lucas Walter Scott Cox II, went Parrish; his paternal grandto be with his Savior on Feb. 1, mother, Betty Wade; maternal 2011. He was born Sept. 30, 1927 grandmother, Yvonne Craig; to Margaret Wilson Shive and a nephew, Jacob T. Sadler; also Frederic Hamilton Cox of Ashseveral aunts, uncles and other land. He is survived by his beloved family members. Memorial wife and companion of 57 years, services were held Tuesday, Feb. Constance Young Cox; two sons 8, 2011 at the Nelsen Funeral and their wives, Walter Scott Cox Home-Reid Chapel, 412 S. III and Elaine Thoren Cox, Dr. Washington Hwy., Ashland. In Robert Young Cox and Katherlieu of flowers, donations may ine Tennent Cox; five grandchilbe made to the Special Olymdren, Lauren Susan Cox, Robert pics, 3212 Skipwith Road, Suite Wilson Young Cox, Kimberly 100, Richmond, Va. 23294. Garland Cox, Abby Elizabeth

Cox and Margaret Elaine Cox; brother, Frederic Hamilton Cox Jr.; and sister, Mary Garland Cox Johnston. He was a graduate of Riverside Military Academy of Gainesville, Ga., and RandolphMacon College in Ashland. He was a graduate of both the Infantry Officer Candidate School and Paratrooper School at Fort Benning, Ga. Lt. Cox served with the 32nd Infantry Regiment in Korea. He received a battlefield promotion, was recommended for the Silver Star by his regimental commander, and he received the Bronze Star with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vâ&#x20AC;? for valor. Cox was employed by Exxon for 10 years and operated his own distributorship for 30 years. He was a strong follower of Jesus Christ, and a very active member of First Presbyterian Church of South Boston, Va., serving as a Sunday School teacher, treasurer, deacon and elder. He served on the Halifax Regional Hospital Board for 34 years and was hospital president for five years. He was also an active board member with Hargrave Military Academy for 20 years and was made an honorary graduate. He was a life member of the Commonwealth Club. Besides a passion for his faith, Cox was a gifted financier and loved to study the stock market. His wise advice and openhanded generosity benefited many. He was also a beloved father, grandfather, sage, and friend, and he will be missed by all who knew him. The funeral was held Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011, Third Presbyterian Church, 600 Forest Avenue in Richmond. A reception followed at the church. The family received friends Friday, Feb. 4, 2011 at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Road. Graveside services were private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Third Presbyterian Church. Condolences may be offered at woodyfuneralhomeparham.com.

Helen Jones, wife of Dickie Jones, passed away peacefully on the morning of Jan. 22, 2011 at her home. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Dickie Jones; her daughter, Karen Harley and son-in-law, Walter Harley lll; grandchildren, Jeff Harley and his wife, Michelle, and Wendy Hale and her husband, Randy; and five great-grandchildren, Emily and Jacob Hale, and Kyle, Kasey and Kayla Harley. Mrs. Jones was a school secretary for Henrico County for 20 years. Mrs. Jones was a very devoted person and was loved and liked by everyone. Memorial services were held Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where the family received friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bon Secours Hospice.

Jane Parker Lipscomb, 90, of Covenant Woods, formerly of Richmond Home for Ladies, died Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard Waters and Mayme Jones Lipscomb; brother, Bernard Waters Lipscomb Jr.; and sister, Mary Lipscomb Kennon. She is survived by her nieces, Elizabeth Kennon Shuey, Constance Kennon Harriss and Mary Kennon McDaniel; in addition to numerous other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-greatnieces and nephews. Arrangements are being handled by Bennett Funeral Home, Mechanicsville. A memorial service was held at the chapel at Covenant Woods on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011. Burial followed at Hollywood Cemetery. The family wishes to express its sincerest appreciation and gratitude to the entire staff at Covenant Woods and especially see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 `

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her Health and Wellness caregivers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Covenant Woods, 7090 Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

Lovetta Serry Martin, passed away Jan. 22, 2011. She is survived by her husband, Travis Martin; mother, Salimatu Veronica Kamal of Sierra Leone, W. Africa; mother-in-law, Tammie Ellington; sisters, Phebean Samura and Henrietta Kamara; brothers, Henry Serry and Joseph Serry-Kamal, all in the U.S.; beloved aunt, Hephzibah Maray of Canada; nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles and the Sierra Leonean Community in the U.S. and abroad, the Martin family of Glen Allen, and the Serry-Kamal family worldwide. Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011 at Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church. Graveside services followed in Westhampton Memorial Park.

Richard M. Martin, “Dick”, 82, of Mechanicsville, passed away Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Leila J. Martin; son, David M. Martin; two daughters, Lynn Collier and husband, Lowell, and Carolyn Bennett and husband, Bobby; three grandchildren, Andy Martin, Melissa Horton and Mark Collier; as well as two greatgrandchildren, Hannah and Jacob Martin. Dick was a Past Master of Washington and Henry Lodge #344 AF&AM, Past Monarch of Samis Grotto and was a retired printing equipment repairman. Family received friends Friday, Feb. 4, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services were held Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011. Graveside services were held at Signal Hill Memorial Park. bennettfuneralhomes.com.

Theodore F. Miles Jr., “Teddy Buck”, 86, of Mechanicsville, passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 31, 2011 at home, with his devoted wife, JoAnn, of 40 years and family at his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Denny and Margie Miles of Newport News; his sister, Jean Rowell; and his son, Ted F. Miles III of Hampton. He is survived by his three children, Stephanie Winston (Kenneth), Elaine Wren and Carlton Dodd Coleman Jr.; grandchildren, Ashley Wren, Hudson Coleman, Kenneth Winston (Donna), Shannon Winston (Monica Evans) and Crystal Winston; great-grandchildren, Lindsay, Kerstin, Carter Winston, Maddax and Cooper Winston-Evans; and a niece, Beverly Bowden (Sterling). Ted served in the U.S. Navy during WW II in the Pacific on the U.S.S. Canberra. He was a member of the VFW Post 9808, the Hanover Ruritan Club of Mechanicsville since 1993, was active with the Pamunkey Regional Library in Mechanicsville, and a friend of Bill W. for 42 years. Ted was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He leaves a legacy of love, honesty and kindness. The family received friends Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., a memorial service with military honors was held. Graveside services were private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pamunkey Regional Library, 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. bennettfuneralhomes.com.

Phillip Leroy Mutchie, age 83, of Mechanicsville, passed away Feb. 3, 2011. He is survived by his wife, of 43 years, Sarah Logreta Mutchie, and son, David L. Mutchie of Pahrump, Nev. Mr. Mutchie served 22 years in the U.S. Navy.

in death by her husband, Walter Parker; a brother, Nick Mills; and a sister, Virginia McLeod. She is survived by her children, Catherine P. Williams and Joe Parker; three grandchildren, Shannon V. Williams, Beth Ann Harman and Charles Parker; and four great-grandchildren. The family received friends Friday, Feb. 4, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011 at Immanuel Episcopal Church, 3623 Old Church Rd., Mechanicsville. Graveside services were held at the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to the American Cancer Society.

Irene Zicafoose Pitts, 76, of Ashland, died Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011 at her home. Born in Buckingham, she was the widow of William R. “Peter” Pitts. She was a caring person who helped everyone and lived life to the fullest. She is survived by her four daughters, Cynthia Oakes of Maine, Wanda Edwards of Glen Allen, Sandra Dalton of Montpelier and Melanie Wilson of Ashland; two brothers, Julian Zicafoose of Glen Allen and James Zicafoose of Ashland; 13 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Zicafoose; and a sister, Marie Leslie. A funeral service was held Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011 in the chapel of Storke Funeral Home, Bowling Green; burial followed in Mt. Hermon Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends Friday, Feb. 4, 2011 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Hermon Cemetery Fund or Gwathmey Baptist Church in Ashland. Sign register book online at storkefuneralhome.com.

Pamela Coleman Sheer, 67, of Mechanicsville,

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loving family on Feb. 2, 2011. She was preceded in death by her

parents, Cecil Aunard Coleman and Claudia Blackwell Coleman. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, George M. Sheer; her sons, Alan Coleman Sheer and Adam Gregory Sheer; her daughter, Aimee Sheer Hyten; son-in-law, Dr. David Lee Hyten Jr.; granddaughter, Julia Rose Hyten; grandson, David Lee Hyten III; and her first cousin and lifelong friend, Dr. Carole Diane Royall. Pamela loved her family and enjoyed many years of their companionship. She delighted in the beauty of nature and, in her youth, spent many happy summers on her grandparent’s farm in Dolphin, Va., where she enjoyed riding her horse, Bud. She grew up in New Bern, N.C. and graduated from the University of North Carolina with a B.S. in International Studies. In 2009, she retired from the VA Department of Social Services after 23 years of state service. Funeral services were

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‘The Crucible’ to be presented Feb. 10-12 at Hanover High Hanover High School Theatre will present “The Crucible,” Arthur Miller’s relentlessly suspenseful, vastly moving and edgy masterpiece, at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10, 11 and 12, in the school auditorium at 10307 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville. “The Crucible” centers on what takes place when a vengeful teenager accuses a rival of witchcraft. High school students

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definitely didn’t earn it by myself.” She also brags on her staff. “My management team and crew team at Bottoms Bridge are amazing — they’re intelligent, motivated. They know exactly what teamwork means and they strive for excellence and that’s how we’ve been so successful this past year.” On March 1, the Quinton location, off Interstates 60 and 64, will become a 24/7 operation. The potential with the traffic prompted the decision. The Bishop family does close its McDonald’s restaurants on Christmas Day and is only open half a day on Thanksgiving. “As long as we own the companies,” Welsh

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between the White House and most Americans — who aren’t as fluent in Big Government — is growing. Not five minutes into his remarks, the president took a beautiful legacy of U.S. innovation and diminished it by suggesting that it couldn’t have happened without Washington’s help. Like his party, he fails to understand that our nation’s progress didn’t happen because of the government, but in spite of it. While he may be content to regift the same tired agenda, our nation — as evidenced by last November’s elections — is not. Throwing more money at our problems hasn’t worked the last two years, and there is no reason to believe it will now. It’s time for the administration to drop the failed ideology that our government is the source of this nation’s greatness and foster an environment that will allow the true sources of America’s exceptionalism to flourish. Only then will we be more competitive in the global marketplace. For starters, our country needs to get its financial house in order by lightening the economic and regulatory burdens on families and businesses. William Winfrey Mechanicsville

said, “we’ll never be open on Christmas Day.” Welsh’s family also works closely with the school districts in its operating areas. She plans to get teachers more involved in school night activities. “And this fall we’d like to get a vaccine program for the students going to kindergarten.” In September 2007, the Bottoms Bridge McDonald’s moved into a new building, across the street from its former location. “I think the customers really appreciate the new building,” Welsh said, with fireplaces, a large seating area and three flat-screen TVs. Looking ahead, Welsh said, “We’d love to expand our drive-thru with side-byside or tandem,” which would provide two

order points. She also holds to a continuing goal of improving quality, service, cleanliness and value, “which is what McDonald’s is built on.” “When you talk about McDonald’s, we want our customers to think service with a smile, because we’re in the customer service business as well,” she added. “Without customers, we don’t have a business. My managers are so professional and they are proud to work at McDonald’s. I’m proud to be a restaurant manager.” Welsh’s community involvement with McDonald’s includes arranging an H1N1 vaccine clinic for customers and staff. She also has supported local churches, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Boys and Girls Club, charities, golf tournaments and Special Olympics.

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Crossen-Powell to head up social services in county Sheila Crossen-Powell because I knew how wonderful has been named acting direc- Hanover was,â&#x20AC;? she said. tor of the Hanover County Crossen-Powell said she Department of Social Services, is proud of the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s replacing Donna T. Douglas, accomplishments but has a who has been appointed by number of goals. For examGov. Bob McDonnell as deputy ple, she said she would like to commissioner for the Virginia improve outcomes in child welDepartment of Social Services, fare. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are not doing as well effective Feb. 9. as we should be doing.â&#x20AC;? Crossen-Powell has been She also said she would like with the department since 2001 to strengthen family partneras assistant director. She has ship programs and find more been responsible for manag- foster parents. ing the â&#x20AC;&#x153;internalâ&#x20AC;? functions â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have some great foster of Hanover Social parents but we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Services, including have enough,â&#x20AC;? she Child Welfare, Child said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to see Protective Services, us develop a really Adult Protective strong group of fosServices and Benefit ter parents that are Eligibility. willing to take teens She has been into their homes.â&#x20AC;? active in the develCrossen-Powell opment of part of received her docthe countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Human torate in counselCROSSEN-POWELL Services Strategic ing from William & Plan. Mary, her masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crossen-Powell came to in administration of justice Hanover Social Services from from Virginia Commonwealth the City of Richmond, where University and her undergradshe was acting manager of Child uate degree in history from and Family Services. William & Mary. She is a nationally board cerShe also was instrumental in the creation of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tified counselor, a member of â&#x20AC;&#x153;second responderâ&#x20AC;? program, the International City/County Association in which social workers are Management stationed in police precincts (ICMA) and has been a U.S. so that they can more quickly Senate Productivity and Quality respond to situations involving Award (SPQA) examiner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The recession has put a domestic abuse. She has lived in Hanover severe strain on the Department County for 26 years and it was of Social Services,â&#x20AC;? Cecil R. her love of the county that â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rhuâ&#x20AC;? Harris Jr., county adminbrought her to Hanover Social istrator. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are fortunate to have someone with Sheilaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was very difficult leaving experience and skill to manthe city but when I saw that ad age the department during this in the paper about the assistant transition period. I am confidirector position in Hanover dent that she will do an excelbeing available, I was so excited lent job.â&#x20AC;?

But until he stops emphasizing choice, there will be no Continued from pg. 15 b destiny. Jackie Lee In this instance, we do need Mechanicsville government â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a government that wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t devalue family or stand in the way of its formation. A government that is more committed to affirming the family than infirming it. Here we go again. A superWe need a president who visor moves to the top spot and believes that â&#x20AC;&#x153;winning the first thing on the agenda is to futureâ&#x20AC;? means not killing the offer everyone a raise. futureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaders. What is the raise for? Is it In the last two years, this in just case you may need their administration has done more to promote the taking of life vote in November? Could it be to keep the spotlight off the than the protection of it. For every empty chair left board as they take a raise they by the Tucson tragedy, there know the taxpayer wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t are millions more that could approve of so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hidden in with have been filled by children the others? The new chair of the board destroyed under his watch. While the president high- says it is for â&#x20AC;&#x153;tightening their lighted Arizonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heartbreak budgets and belts, they worked more than once, he missed really hard, they worked extra the opportunity to mention hours (did they get overtime another: the brutal murders in pay?), they moved around to Philadelphia, where abortionist where there was something to Kermit Gosnell thrived under do. policies that his administration And for all this they havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t makes possible. gotten a pay raise, cost of living Fortunately, Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wisc., in his rebuttal, made or anything. So sad, in most professions, a point of recognizing that the those things are what you are real role of government is â&#x20AC;&#x153;to already getting paid for. protect innocent life.â&#x20AC;? Did they get anything put Meanwhile, this president says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our destiny remains our into the retirement fund? Did they get any help with health choice.â&#x20AC;?

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insurance cost? Do they have use of county cars with fuel? Do they have recession proof, bad economy proof jobs? Has the board considered the people that pay for all this from their paycheck? We havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had a raise, cost of living increase either, but still we have to pay $319 for 100 gallons of heating oil, $60 for a vehicle fill-up, increase in health insurance, increase in food cost. You guys need to get real. Some people are broke, cold, hungry and still have to pay taxes to keep the government living in the manner they have become accustomed. Try a 10 percent salary and budget cut all the way to the president of the United States and if that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get our budgets and debt in line, do it again next year. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s my suggestion (again). The seven of you on the board put up your own money for the county budget, spend it like you do now, bring your receipts to a panel of local business people who will approve and reimburse you for logical and reasonable spending. The unapproved receipts will be yours to pay. I bet the budget would shrink. The county is searching for another schools superintendent. I hope they remember that our

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Hanover County Public I’m writing this letter to set Schools is offering evening the record straight. courses at The Hanover Center The Hanover Health Department also will “Are You Ready” if a disaster strikes? The shooter in for Trades and Technology in Whether it’s a man-made disaster, a flood or provide information about pandemic flu and Arizona had been stalking March and April. “just” a major snow or ice storm, you can learn how to sanitize your water. The following coursCongresswoman Gabrielle This is the first of several “Are You Ready?” how to prepare for it by attending a presentaes will be offered: Basic Giffords since 2007. tion at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 17, in the classes that are planned to be held in various Haircutting Techniques, Lawn There was no Sarah Palin, Recreation Center on the second floor of the locations throughout the county in 2011. Equipment Care and Repair, no Tea Party, Fox News was The next class will be held in May at the Cool Spring Baptist Church on 9283 Atlee Automotive Upkeep, Beginning not as popular as it is today and Montpelier Arts and Education Center. Station Road in Mechanicsville. Conversational Spanish, Glenn Beck was on MSNBC To sign up for this “Are You Ready?” class, Representatives from the Hanover County Introduction to Microsoft TV because I watched him. Sheriff ’s Office, Hanover County Fire/EMS, call Dana Davis of Hanover Fire/EMS at 365Word 2003, and Culinary Let’s get real, people, and Hanover County Public Schools and other 4822. Fundamentals. start telling the truth – it wasn’t If the class has to be cancelled due to county agencies will teach the free “Are You All courses will be conthe gun who shot all of those inclement weather, the “snow date” is Feb. 24 Ready?” class. ducted from 6 to 8 p.m. on people; it was the man who You will learn what should go into a disas- at the same location, same time. March 15, 22 and 29, and April pulled the trigger on the gun. For more information, call Sgt. Chris ter supply kit and how to develop a family 5, 12 and 26. Tuition is $100 and Please, let’s make people disaster plan, what steps you should take to Atkinson of the Hanover Sheriff ’s Office at includes all materials. responsible for their actions and protect your pets, what to do if you are caught 365-6110. Classes are limited to a maxstop shifting the blame. Information supplied by Tom Harris, in a several storm and where to go to get inforimum of 10 students with the To all of you out there, let’s Hanover County public information officer. mation and help. exception of Spanish (limited to stop and say a special prayer 20 students). for the victims’ families and Complete course descripfor Congresswoman Giffords tions and the registration form that next year at this time she are available at www.hcps.us. will be sitting in her seat in p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 15, at the Elementary School. The comThe new task force of the The registration form and Congress. King William Democratic Pamunkey Baptist Association mittee invites local Democrats payment should be submitted Dorothy Loving Committee will launch a comCenter at 18627 King William to either join as new members by March 11. Mechanicsville munity outreach drive at 7 Road across from Acquinton or sharing ideas. For more information, contact Linda Samp at 723-2020 or OPEN STUDLEY ROAD / BURKWOOD AREA SUNDAY via e-mail at lsamp@hcps.us. DRASTICALLY REDUCED $30,000 2-4 Spacious vinyl and brick cape cod w/ basement on lg. Information supplied by Where your pets receive quality service wooded lot. Featuring: 4 B/R’s, 3.5 baths, lg. kitchen, Linda M. Scarborough, Hanover in a caring environment den, L/R, D/R, hardwoods, ceramic, new carpet, whirlpool, central vac, 2-car garage, deck, irrigation, County Public Schools commupaved drive and more. $399,950 $369,950 nications specialist.

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Ashland squad to sponsor bingo The Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad will sponsor bingo at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 18, at 203 Duncan St. in Ashland. The fundraiser helps the squad with operating costs, the

purchase of medical supplies and volunteer training needs. Doors will open at 6 p.m. The cost is $20 for 15 games. For more information, call Nancy Baughan 798-7792.

Free tax preparation help oﬀered Department of Social Services will assist lower-income families, individuals Through April 13, the Hanover County Department of Social Services is offering free tax preparation for individuals and families making less than $49,000. The assistance is offered through the VITA Volunteer Tax Preparation Program and will be available from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Those seeking assistance must bring all W-2 and 1099 forms, photo identification, Social Security cards for all persons claimed on the return and any other income and/or documented deductions that are needed to file the tax return. If married and filing jointly, both husband and wife must be present. You also may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), a federal

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Returns that cannot be prepared due to their nature or complexity will be referred to partner Greater Richmond EITC sites that specialize in more difficult returns. Hanover County is a member of GREITCC/MetroCASH, a regional partnership that works to educate people about EITC and to increase the availability of free tax-preparation services. If you would like to know if you qualify for EITC or what refund amount you could receive, go to www.irs.gov/eitc. You also can call 1-800-TAX-1040 for more information about the EITC. For more information, call the Hanover Department of Social Services at 365-4109. Information supplied by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

Senior Travel Commission plans trips The Hanover Senior Travel Commission has three spring trips planned: “Hairspray” on March 2 in near Fredericksburg; Springtime in the South” April 12-15; and a Cruise aboard the “Schooner Alliance” on May 25. Lunch and a matinee performance of “Hairspray,” set in 1962 Baltimore, are on tap at the Riverside Dinner Theatre near historic Fredericksburg.

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Goddard accepting scholarship applications Goddard Schools in the Mechanicsville area are calling out to all Goddard School alumni. The organization is accepting applications for its annual $10,000 Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is given to one Goddard School alumnus each year and helps to finance the tuition of the college or university of the student’s choice. The Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship is named in memory of the founder of The Goddard School, an entrepreneur who started several other well-known franchise companies, including Aamco Transmissions Inc. and Maaco Auto Painting and Bodyworks Inc.

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The Master’s House marks 7 years TMH/The Master’s House will be celebrating its seventh anniversary at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 13,, at 303A Ashcake Road in the Hanover Business Center. Guest speakers will be Brian Wills of Healing for the Nations and Eric Casto of Global Reach Ministries. The Master’s House, known

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located adjacent to Nick’s. Excitement unfolds as you board The Schooner Alliance, Yorktown’s only tall ship. Once aboard, your two-hour cruise takes you past the Yorktown Battlefield were our country won its independence. Relive sailing’s golden age when young Americans clambered aboard vessels similar to the Alliance to find adventure. Your knowledgeable crew harmonizes the past with present as you view “Victory Monument” along the banks of the York River, possibly see dolphins or osprey, sail by working watermen or perhaps cruise past a naval warship or submarine. The cost per person is $93 and includes round-trip motorcoach transportation, cruise aboard the Schooner Alliance, lunch and Nick’s Riverfront Restaurant, tax and gratuity for lunch, refreshments aboard motorcoach and driver gratuity. Payment in full is due by May 4. For a detailed itinerary, or more information on these trips, call Rudy Ingroff at 7468654 or Hanover County Parks and Recreation at 365-7150.

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Rehearsals have been under way since the middle of January for the 2011 Ashland Musical Variety Show. In this photo, participants are shown practicing “Sing a Song” by Earth, Wind and Fire. Featured in this number are area pastors and church music directors. They are, from left, Fred Horn, music director, First Baptist Church; Robert Thompson, retired pastor, First Baptist Church; Elaine Brown, pastor, Ashland Presbyterian Church; and Kathy Reinger, pastor, Ashland Christian Church. Several other community members join in the number to help “set the mood” for the event. The 2011 show will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 24, 25 and 26, in the Blackwell Auditorium on the campus of Randolph-Macon College in Ashland. Tickets will go on sell on Tuesday, Feb. 15. For reserved seating, call 798-2881. General admission tickets will be sold at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center, Cross Brothers Market or at the door. For more information, visit the website at www. hanoverarts.org.

A Performance Music major from Mechanicsville was among the 850 students recently honored by the State University of New York at Potsdam. Bethany Gilbert excelled academically in the Fall 2010 semester and was named to the President’s List. To achieve the honor of being on the President’s List, each student must have satisfactorily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours that semester with a minimum grade point average of between 3.5.

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Tavern to present Corn growers place in contest Civil War camp Three from county take part in national organization’s yield event A Civil War camp will come to life at 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, Feb. 9) in the Hanover Tavern Theatre with “Life of the Civil War Soldier: a Live History Presentation.” The entire family is invited to attend the program, which will highlight the life of the average Civil War soldier. From flags to firearms, food to musical instruments, rally ‘round and learn about Civil War camp life in Hanover County. A healthy dose of humor will be woven into the presenta-

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Three Hanover-area growers placed in the 2010 National Corn Growers’ Association’s (NCGA) Corn Yield Contest in Virginia. Gary C Martin of Hanover won third place in the No Till/Strip Till Irrigated division with Pioneer brand hybrid P1615HR, which yielded 258 bushels per acre. Edwin A Mills of Hanover won first place in the Irrigated division with Pioneer brand hybrid P1615HR, which yielded 270 bushels per acre. Robert L Newcomb of Hanover won third place in the Irrigated division with Pioneer brand hybrid P1184HR, which yielded 266 bushels per acre. Martin, Mills and Newcomb earned three of the 359 state titles won by growers planting Pioneer hybrids. The NCGA awarded 522 state titles in this year’s contest. Growers planting Pioneer hybrids dominated the contest and won 69 percent percent of all state awards presented.

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“We’re excited about the diversity of hybrids represented in this year’s contest by growers planting Pioneer products.” PAUL E. SCHICKLER Pioneer president

classes, including non-irrigated, no-till/ strip-till non-irrigated, no-till/strip-till irrigated, ridge-till non-irrigated, ridgetill irrigated and irrigated classes. “Each year, we continue to see growers planting Pioneer corn hybrids succeed in the NCGA Corn Yield contest, and we’re thrilled that these growers

The Spelling Bee was held on Wednesday, Feb. 2, at the School Board Office in Ashland. Sponsored annually by Richmond Times-Dispatch, the challenging event is the second of four levels as part of the National Spelling Bee competition. Also participating in the Bee were: Battlefield Park Elementary — Cole McAndrew, grade 5; Beaverdam Elementary — Corbin Patrick, grade 3; Cold Harbor Elementary — Abigail Carter, grade 5; Cool Spring Elementary — Sean Ellis, grade 5; Elmont Elementary — Shehzad Shah, grade 3; Henry Clay Elementary — Liam Riener, grade 2; John M. Gandy Elementary — Andrew Datovech, grade 5; Kersey Creek Elementary —Robert Boswell, grade 5; Laurel

choose Pioneer products for these winning yields,” Pioneer president Paul E. Schickler said. “These results continue to demonstrate the impressive yield potential that Pioneer genetics bring to our customers, and it also demonstrates what growers can achieve by planting the right product on the right acre.” “We’re excited about the diversity of hybrids represented in this year’s contest by growers planting Pioneer products,” he said. “It shows that Pioneer is advancing hybrids locally to help growers succeed across diverse environments.” ----Pioneer Hi-Bred (www.pioneer.com), a DuPont business headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, is the world’s leading developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics, providing high-quality seeds to farmers in more than 90 countries. Pioneer provides agronomic support and services to help increase farmer productivity and profitability and strives to develop sustainable agricultural systems for people everywhere.

Meadow Elementary — Aaron Matthews, grade 3; Liberty Middle — Adam Cheek, grade 7; Mechanicsville Elementary — Allison Stanley, grade 4; Oak Knoll Middle —Will Overman, grade 7; Pearson’s Corner Elementary — Logan Christian, grade 4; Pole Green Elementary — Dalton Lyons, grade 5; South Anna Elementary — Carter Prillaman, grade 4; Stonewall Jackson Middle — Brittany Young, grade 7; and Washington-Henry Elementary — Sierra Barbett, grade 5. As division spelling champion, Nainani will represent Hanover County Public Schools at the Richmond TimesDispatch Regional Spelling Bee at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, at The Library of Virginia in Richmond. The Scripps National

Spelling Bee is the largest and longest running educational promotion, administered on a not-for-profit basis by the E.W. Scripps Company located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The National Spelling Bee originated in 1925 by the Louisville (Ky.) Courier Journal. The competition is open to students who have not yet completed the eighth grade, reached their 15th birthday, nor won a previous National Spelling Bee. The purpose of the event is to help students improve their spelling, increase their vocabularies, learn concepts, and widen their knowledge of the English language. The winner of the regional competition will advance to the finals held in Washington, D.C., during June.

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ready for the new season. Ten display gardens will offer the sights, sounds and fragrances of a world in bloom. A stroll down “The Great White Way” will be included. “Container Challenge,” new this year, allows everyone from master gardeners to children to try their hands at container gardening. The program will include a contest to create the most beautiful garden-in-a-pot. The wares of hundreds of vendors will be spotlighed in the Garden Marketplace. Home and garden demonstrations will be featured, as well as ideas for remodeling, advice from building experts, and examples of the latest in green-living products. Show attendees will receive a complimentary one-year subscription to Better Homes & Gardens magazine (one per household).

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forests of Virginia.” A violation of this law is a Class 3 misdemeanor punishable by up to a $500 fine. In addition to the criminal violation, those who allow a fire to escape are liable for the cost of suppressing the fire as

The law prohibits burning before 4 p.m. each day until April 30 if the fire is in, or within 300 feet of, woodland, brushland or fields containing dry grass or other flammable materials.

well as any damage caused to others’ property. In 2010, there were 897 wildfires that burned 8,485 acres of forestland in the Commonwealth. This was a seven percent increase in the number of wildland fires compared to the number (837) of fires in 2009. Similarly, the amount of acreage burned increased 13 percent when

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Jimmy and Doris Elliott of Laneview, Va. celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Dec. 31, 2010. They have two children and four grandchildren.

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Mrs. Jane H. Crowther of Reedville, Va. and Mr. James W. Harper, Jr. of Hanover, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennah Wade Harper, to Jon Eric Fisher the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Craig Fisher of Mechanicsville. Miss Harper is the granddaughter of Mrs. Florine Headley of Lottsburg, Va., the late Travers Headley and Mr. and Mrs. James W. Harper of Callao, Va. Mr. Fisher is the grandson of Mrs. Dolores Salazar of San Diego, Texas and the late Jose Salazar, Mr. Thomas E. Fisher, and Joyce Foreman. Miss Harper is a 2003 graduate of Northumberland High School and a 2009 graduate of Virginia School of Dental Assisting and is employed by Dr. Andre and associates in Richmond. Mr. Fisher is a 2000 graduate of Lee Davis High School and a 2004 graduate of Virginia Tech and is employed as a manager for Verizon in Richmond. A September 2011 wedding is planned.

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Brooke and Billy Fulwider are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Lucy Anyce Fulwider. Lucy was born on May 28, 2010 at Henrico Doctors Hospital, weighing 7 lbs. 14 oz. and measuring 20 Â˝ inches long. She was welcomed home by big brother, Micah. The Fulwider family would like to thank Dr. Edmund Schoeffler and the Maternity staff for a fantastic birth experience.

Mr. and Mrs. David Craymer of Mechanicsville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Rebecca Mahon Craymer, to Mr. Dennis Washburn Craft, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Craft of Maidens. Miss Craymer is a 2007 graduate of Hanover High and will graduate from University of Virginia in 2011 with a Biomedical Engineering degree. She will begin the Doctor of Physical Therapy at Virginia Commonwealth University in June. Mr. Craft is a 2006 graduate of Bluestone High in Skipwith, Va., and received his Bachelor of Economics degree from University of Virginia in 2009. He is employed with Dominion Virginia Power as a regulatory analyst. A June wedding is planned.

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Thursday, Feb. 10 King William High School will hold a career fair day from 8-12 p.m. in the King William High School Gym. Anyone that would like to be a presenter should Contact Person: Mr. Howard Hill at hhill@kwcps.k12.va.us or contact him via phone at 769-2708. Please direct all inquires to Mr. Hill by no later than Jan. 24. Hanover High School Theatre presents The Crucible, Arthur Miller’s relentlessly suspenseful, vastly moving, and edgy masterpiece, on Feb. 10, 11, and 12 at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium (10307 Chamberlayne Rd., Mechanicsville, VA, 23116). Come find out what happens when a vengeful teenager accuses a rival of witchcraft! High school students, this is your chance to see this classic of the American theatre that is in the Hanover County literature books for juniors come alive! This entertainment is better suited for mature audiences due to some of the play content. Tickets are $5 each at the door. Go to hhstheatre. wordpress.com for more information. The Hanover Towne 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. Guests are always welcome! Please call Rene at 5699453 for more details.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness-Central Virginia Chapter (NAMI-CVA), is having their monthly meeting at 7 p.m., at the Weinstein JCC, 5403 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.

takeouts will be available at the shed. All proceeds from the dinner support outreach ministries of the United Methodist 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 Make Your Own Valentines orders, call 240-4251. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Share a little Saturday, Feb. 12 creative love as you make your Medi Home Health and own Valentines at the library. For Hospice is having hospice volmore information call 746-9615 or unteer training from 12:30-6:30 visit the library at 7461 Sherwood p.m, and Sat. Feb. 12 from 12:30Crossing Place. 6:30 p.m. at the VCU University Student Commons. Medi Hospice has many patients in the Friday, Feb. 11 TGIF Supper on Valentine’s Mechanicsville area in need of weekend at Immanuel Episcopal volunteer support. If you would Church, from 6 to 8 p.m. Everyone like to lend your support, please is welcome. Dinners are $10 per consider joining us. This is a 2 person. Free hotdogs and chips session training, so participants will be available for kids. Meals must attend both sessions. For are served on a first-come, first- more information, please contact served basis. Reservations are not our Volunteer Coordinator, Andy necessary, but advance orders are Wichorek, at 282-4301, or awichosuggested. To place an order or rek@msa-corp.com. for more information, send an Pamunkey River Garden e-mail to immanoch@verizon. net or call 779-3454. Be sure to Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. at the include your name, number of Mechanicsville Branch Library, dinners requested and if you’d like 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place, take-out. Immanuel Church is Mechanicsville, Va. The speaklocated at 3263 Old Church Rd., er/floral designer will be Laura in eastern Hanover County. From Ann Brooks. The title of the proMechanicsville, go east on 360 and gram will be “Winter into Spring turn right on 606 (Old Church – Classic Designs”. Anyone interRoad) at West Store. Immanuel ested in gardening, floral design will be about 1.5 miles on the and horticulture are welcome to right. For more information, visit attend. Any questions, please conwww.immanueloc.org or call 779- tact Susan Blankinship, President, at 932-3451. 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

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Valentine’s Believer’s Bistro and Variety Show at New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. Mechanicsville, VA. $12 per person limited to 80 seats for more info. and reserve your

seat call Emily at 779-2101. Hanover Humane Society will hold a dog adoption stand at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland from 9-12 p.m. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11-3 p.m. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information.

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Richmond CenterStage is proud to welcome Balé Folclórico da Bahia to the historic Carpenter Theatre. Founded in 1988, the company presents the region’s most important cultural manifestations under a contemporary theatrical vision. Visit www.balefolcloricodabahia.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.ticketmaster.com/ event/01004552F3E9A0CF.

Snuggle up with Hedgie at the Atlee Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Join us in your PJs and slippers for a special evening story time with Jan Brett’s Hedgie. Milk and cookies provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road.

Classic Country Music Dance Featuring “Country Time with Amy Ladd” will be held at The American Legion, 1401 Hilliard Rd. Richmond, Va. 23228. The event will be held from 8-10:30 Tuesday, Feb. 15 p.m. $7 per person. You do not Genealogy Day at the Hanover have to be a member to attend. For Branch Library from 9-4 p.m. See more information call 266-8044. live demonstrations of our genealogy databases, Ancestry Library Sunday, Feb. 13 Edition and HeritageQuest. Join The Richmond Orchid us for an interactive class at 4 p.m. Alliance will host a presenta- on how to use our genealogy datation by Roger Horman of King bases. Call (804) 365-6210 to signGeorge about Orchid Viruses at up. For more information call 365the Hermitage at 1600 Westwood 6210 or visit the library at 7527 Avenue in Richmond. Orchid Library Drive. viruses can be present in a purchased orchid, which seems to be The Hanover Republican a perfect specimen of health. They Women’s Club meets the 3rd can infect and destroy your entire Tuesday of each month. The collection, whether it is a few on a February meeting will be Feb. 15th windowsill or many hundreds in at Calabash Restaurant 6-7:30 p.m. your greenhouse. They are lethal Call Mary Sulser at 746-0331 or to orchids. The meeting is open to Email m.sulser@hotmail.com for the public. Orchids will be for sale. details web site HRwomen.com. For more information, call Susan Horman, president of the ROA, Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 540-775-4839, or send quesHanover Humane Society tions to roa4u@richmondorchi- will hold a veterinary Wellness dalliance.org. Information about Clinic at its facility at 12190 this and other upcoming events Washington Highway in can be found at the ROA website, Ashland. The clinic provides richmondorchidalliance.org. routine vaccines, heartworm Hanover Humane Society will hold a cat adoption stand at the Virginia Center PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information.

testing, and other preventive services. The clinic does not treat sick or injured animals. The clinic begins at 4 p.m. and concludes at 5:45 p.m. No appointments. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for more information.

Mechanicsville TEA Party meeting, 7 p.m., 8493 New Bethesda Rd, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. All are welcome, please join us. For more information, please visit us on Facebook or call 2418614.

Saturday, Feb. 19 Hanover Humane Society will hold a dog adoption stand at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland from 9-12 p.m. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11-3 p.m. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information. Bingo - 25 cents per game at 1717 Old Hanover Road, Sandston, Va. from 10- 2 p.m., by the American Legion Auxiliary Battlefields Unit 144. Lunch will be sold. For more information call 730-4665.

Sunday, Feb. 20 Hanover Humane Society will hold a cat adoption stand at the Virginia Center PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information. Health Fair at Church of the Redeemer 8275 Meadowbridge Rd. 9-12 p.m. Lots of vendors with helpful information; Heart Aware health screenings; give see CALENDAR, pg. 34 `

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New church forming and needs help Church in need of a volunteer to lead worship and music for our Sunday Service. We are a small church looking to grow in all areas. If you are interested in gaining some experience and to help us reach others then please call Pastor Brian at (804)572-0833.

Purchase This Home and Spend a Weekend at The Homestead with Your Valentine Harrison Moncure, agent Personal & Commercial Insurance 8096 Elm Dr. Near the Windmill

804.746.0265

$367,950 - Come see for yourself OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1-5 Steve Pace – 804-516-6107 Lil Chenault – 804-350-5100 Cameron Wood – 804- 347-7153

HOMETOWN REALTY “The Exceptional Exception”

I-95 north to Ashland Rt. 54 West Exit, Right on U.S Rt. 1 to Left on Archie Cannon Drive to Right on North James Street to Carters Hill on Left.

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