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Wilson to critics: Central Oﬃce faces cuts too By Jim Fields jfields@mechlocal.com As the Hanover County School Board considers a plan to save jobs originally targeted for elimination in the 2012-2013 budget proposal, the superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools took aim at critics’ claims that positions were not being cut in the

Central Office. During the School Board’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 14, Dr. Jamelle S. Wilson said, “We’ve had reductions at the Central Office in each of the last four years and go there to make cuts before we go to the classroom. In the last four years, we have reduced Central Office staff by 34.1 positions.”

She said five Central Office jobs were cut in 2009-2010 and 14.6 in 2010-2011. The proposed budget, which was presented on Jan. 10, called for 102.2 positions being cut — 14.5 of those in the Central Office. Wilson’s comments stemmed from remarks made to the School Board and Hanover County Board of Supervisors alleging too many

employees at that level. To balance the proposed $191.6 million budget, Wilson and her budget team had to overcome a projected revenue deficit of $13,955,299 and proposed cutting 88.4 full-time positions. The latest proposal for coming up with the deficit is titled “Option 4,” and changes in four of 12 budget areas will save almost all

of the jobs once feared lost. In the original proposed budget, reducing the number of senior teachers by seven would save $536,072. Under Option 4, four of the positions would be restored in middle schools with a savings now of $229,745. By reducing the percentage see WILSON, pg. 4

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Setliﬀ: ‘it was time for a change’ By Jim Fields jfields@mechlocal.com

Tomato Festival seeks sponsors How would you like your business/organization to be a part of one of the most popular events in Hanover? The Hanover Tomato Festival is in search of in-kind and cash sponsorships to support this year’s event on Saturday, July 14, at Pole Green Park in Mechanicsville. This family-friendly event features more than 200 artisans and vendors, food, chilsee TOMATO, pg. 4

fter serving Hanover County for 20 years, former Chickahominy District supervisor Robert R. Setliff decided it was time for a change. “I was on the Planning Commission for 12 years and the Board of Supervisors representing the Chickahominy District for eight,” he said. “When it came time to decide whether or not to run again, I decided it was time for a change.” Setliff said he thinks the new Board of Supervisors — with three incumbents and four new members — is a good mix. One of those new

“When it came time to decide whether or not to run again, I decided it was time for a change.” ROBERT R. SETLIFF Former supervisor

members is Angela KellyWiecek, who now represents the Chickahominy District. “You need people with experience to guide the new members,” he said. “The board has a lot of challenges ahead, and it’s good that the newcomers have experienced incumbents to guide them. Otherwise, they might jump into something they aren’t

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Robert R. Setliff served Hanover County for 20 years as a member of the Hanover County Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. He chose not to seek re-election last year, saying, “it was time for a change.”

ready for and become discouraged.” As for Setliff ’s experience, he said he is ready to share it. “I’m not going to board

meetings and try to impose my thoughts on any of them. If the phone rings and somesee SETLIFF, pg. 4

The Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce, in cooperation with Camptown Charities, will award a $1,000, one-year scholarship to an eligible graduating senior at each of Hanover County’s four high schools. Scholarships are open to graduating Hanover County high school seniors who intend to continue their education in an accredited two- or four-year college, university, junior college or a vocational training school. The scholarships are available only to students who plan to advance their learning in the area of business studies, leadership or specialized skills training. Scholarship applications are see HABCC, pg. 8

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Students and parents explored the program offerings at Universal Technical Institute during Technical School Night. The 51-week technology training program prepares students for careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians.

Technical School Night gives inside look at career potential The Hanover Center for Trades and Technology’s 2nd annual Technical School Night on Thursday, Feb. 2, provided an opportunity for more than 200 students and their parents to see how technical expertise can offer a steady career with high-income potential. Experts from well-known institutions were available to give information and answer questions about successful careers. Keynote speaker Matt Senters from TRANE, who attended a technical school, talked about how his experiences have helped him throughout his career. The following technical schools were represented: ✏ Advanced Technology Institute. ✏ Breath of Fresh Air. ✏ Carter Machinery Company Inc. ✏ J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College. ✏ Johnson & Wales University. ✏ Nashville Auto Diesel College. ✏ Plumbers & Steamfitters Local No. 10. ✏ Richmond Electricians’ Joint Apprentice-

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ship & Training Program. ✏ University of Northwestern Ohio. ✏ Universal Technical Institute- Charlotte. ✏ Virginia College-Cosmetology. ✏ Wyotech. Information submitted by Linda M. Scarborough, Hanover County Public Schools communications specialist.

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Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Bethany Church Rd. Suspect stole items at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect assaulted victim at location on Rural Point Dr.

February 6 X

Unknown suspect damaged property at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect made annoying phone calls at location on King Braxton Ct. Unknown suspect stole items from location on Bethany Church Rd. Unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident at location on Elm Dr. Suspect obtained

prescriptions fraudulently at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect broke into location and stole items on Ford Ave. Suspect stole items from vehicle at location on Elm Dr. Suspect damaged victim’s property at location on King Braxton Ct.

Suspect resisted arrest at location on King Braxton Ct.

Suspect robbed victim at location on Lewistown Rd.

Suspect obtained prescriptions fraudulently at location on Bell Creek Rd.

February 7 X

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Suspect stole item at location on Brook Dr.

Unknown suspect(s) stole vehicle at location on Ashcake Rd.

Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect used victim’s vehicle without permission on Erle Rd.

February 8 X

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Comanche Lane. Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s information without permission on Academy Dr. Suspect was found in possession of controlled substances on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect brandished a firearm at location on Market Rd.

Suspect was found in possession of alcohol and under the age of 21 on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect stole item from location on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect was found in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

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have identified 30 percent of the land in Hanover for ecoContinued from pg. 1 nomic development and that’s one has a question and asks for where 80 percent of economic development and growth will help, I’ll do what I can.” Setliff represented Hanover occur. The remaining 70 perCounty on several committees cent of the land will retain the and said they kept him busy. rural characteristics that make “I attended about 60 comHanover County special.” mittee meetings a year,” he Setliff said the last revision said. “It averaged out to just to the Comprehensive Plan was over two a week and then I had in 2007, about a year ahead of all of the Board of Supervisor schedule. meetings and functions. “The county basically ran Between board meetings and out of land for economic develcommittee meetings, I stayed opment and had to designate busy.” more,” he said. “A lot of the “I’m proud of what I did land designated then for ecoand what was accomplished nomic development was south while I was on the board of Doswell along Interstate 95.” and Planning Commission. Setliff said the county’s I believe we did some good AAA bond rating and educathings for Hanover County,” he tion system are areas for resiadded. dents and government to be In his two campaigns for proud. the supervisor’s seat, Setliff said “Hanover County is one of of Hanover County Parks and he made only one promise. only a handful of counties in “The first time I ran, I told Recreation and help offer events the country with a AAA bond to Hanover County’s 100,000 the people that lived in Atlee rating, and our education sysManor that I would work to get residents. tem is considered one of the Sponsorship levels vary and them sewer service if elected,” best in the country. We need to he said. “It took several years, include an array of promotional remember that times are tough, but it was done without any efforts for your organization. cost to the county. The money and we have to work hard to For more information, or to maintain those standards.” for the project came from a obtain sponsorship packet, visit As for his newfound free federal grant, with matching www.co.hanover.va.us/parksrec funds from the residents in time, he has at least one idea. then follow the link on the left Atlee Manor.” “We [Setliff and his wife to the Special Events main page, Connie] like to spend time at the As for the county’s or contact Hanover Parks and Comprehensive Plan, Setliff Outer Banks,” he said. “Maybe Recreation at 365-7150. now instead of just a regular said, “I think the key to it is the way Hanover officials want two-day weekend, we can spend some long weekends there.” to develop the county. They Forest Haze

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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor

Only 2 candidates on March 6 GOP ballot While the Republican presidential campaign has been dominating the national news for some time, the usual clamor about an election in Hanover County is practically muted. Since only two candidates — Ron Paul and Mitt Romney — appear on the March 6 ballot, the normal buzz has been limited. Looking ahead, we can expect more activity as the June 12 Democratic and Republican primaries near. As always, this column will be dedicated to encouraging you to get out and vote. If there’s an election, we should be there — no matter how many candidates or issues are on the ballot. We expect — and welcome — your input and feedback in the forms of letters to the editor and postings on our Facebook page (www.facebook. com/mechlocal). In a sputtering for survival economy, your voice can be heard at the polls. Yes, you can make a difference. These are words that will be repeated. In the meantime, with March 6 around the corner, plan to vote. There may be only two choices, but it’s up to you to determine who proceeds in the process. For more information on the candidates, visit http://www.ronpaul2012. com and http://www.mittromney.com.

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| Reader Views and it was in working with her that these special projects became our goal. We envisioned an all-inclusive play area for all children regardless of their abilities could be built. In working with the Hanover County Parks & Recreation Many of you know me, as I have been actively involved Department, it was felt that there should be two playin many neighborhood, youth, church, school and commusee LETTERS, pg. 19 nity programs for more than 30 years. Due to progressive MS (multiple sclerosis), I have become quite limited physically. My disability has brought me to where I have a different outlook. The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of My life has been incredibly wonderful with my wife, interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your daughters, son-law, grandson, extended family and many address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to friends. edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be I’ve had the opportunity to experience so much, but, published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers in reflecting on things, I wondered how I would feel if I and not The Mechanicsville Local. had had these limitations as a child. It was in sharing this Send letters to: with Katie Stilwell, a college student who was looking for a The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, community project to work on, that Operation Hope was Mechanicsville, VA 23111 created. Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com I have been involved from the beginning with Katie

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The Ashland Firehouse Theater, managed and operated by the Ashland Community Theater Foundation (ACT), will open its spring season of Firehouse “Free-for-All” movies on Saturday, Feb. 25. The movie, starting at 7:30 p.m., will be the 1966 Academy Award Best Picture, A Man for All Seasons. In addition, the winners of The Ashland Oscars (Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Actress) will be announced before the movie. The slate of Firehouse movies covers drama, comedy, several family movies, a foreign film, and, for the first time in more than 80 years in Ashland, a silent film accompanied by piano. All these Firehouse movies are free to the public. Doors open at 7 p.m. and all the movies will start at 7:30

p.m. These upcoming movies, and the 11 Firehouse films screened last fall, are the consequence of the support received for the Firehouse Theater from individuals and businesses in the community. The Fall 2011 fundraising campaign exceeded its goal and enabled ACT to increase the number of free movies. In addition, plans are underway for several civic events aimed at raising funds for charitable causes. Ragan Phillips, spokesman for ACT and the Firehouse, said “Selecting the movies to be screened is quite an interesting task. If you ask five people to select five great movies, you may very well get 25 different films. Everyone has favorites so we try to balance our listings. One goal is to maintain our core value by showing movies

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that deliver a thought–provoking message.” Phillips added, “For example, our opening movie is A Man for All Seasons and our final movie is The Caine Mutiny. The main characters in these two movies, Sir Thomas More played by Paul Schofield and Lt. Cdr. Philip Francis Queeg by Humphrey Bogart, have vastly different personalities but, in the end, both are severely judged by a jury. And Judy Holiday as the irrepressible Emmie ‘Billy’ Dawn in our March 3 movie, Born Yesterday, has a lot to say about political lobbying. Judgment, corruption, human values and moral issues; we hope that our movies will serve as a catalyst to encourage thought and dialogue about these matters.” The family-oriented movies are ET-the Extra Terrestrial on March 10, and The Black

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Center in Mechanicsville, Va. She spent her life serving othContinued from pg. 10 b ers, offering encouragement, guidance, and unconditional William Fred Dotson, love to everyone around her. age 62, of Sandston, originally She had an unfailing faith in from Pound, Va., passed away her Lord, and prayerful words Feb. 12, 2012 after a short of wisdom to those she knew illness. Fred graduated from and loved. She enjoyed workPound High School where ing in the garden and being he was known for both his in the company of family and academic achievements and friends. In her final 14 years, All District tackle for the Anita was a devoted memPound Wildcat football team. ber of Walnut Grove Baptist He graduated in EngineerChurch in Mechanicsville, Va. ing from Virginia Tech in She was preceded in death by 1972 and retired from VDOT her husband, Everett Hamby; Bridge Management in 2004, three brothers, Chester, Ben after 30 years of service. Fred and J.D. High; two sisters, was preceded in death by his Bess Smiley and Alva May mother, Rena Meade Dotson; Hester; and one grandchild, and father, William Albert Cynthia Renee Kyzer. She is Dotson. He is survived by survived by three daughters, three sisters, Brenda Salyer, Nora Alexander and husband, Lynda Hubbard of Pound, Va., Anita Hamby, 91, born Butch of Bryant, Ark.; Pat and Helen Dotson of Braden- Feb. 22, 1920 to the late ton, Fla.; and many nieces and Horace and Lena Mae High of Bounds and husband, Carl nephews. A memorial service Lonoke, Ark., went to be with of Belton, Mo.; and Nancy Agee and husband, Randy of will be held at a later date in the Lord on Feb. 12, 2012 Mechanicsville, Va. 10 grandPound, Va., to be announced. while under the watchful, children, Shonna Johnson and Arrangements by Monaghan loving care of the east wing Funeral Home. staff at Hanover Health Care see OBITUARIES, pg. 15 `

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Gilbert L. Favaro Jr., of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 14, 2012. Gil is survived by his wife, Sandra B. Favaro; his sons, Gilbert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Traeâ&#x20AC;? L. Favaro III (Emily), Jacob D. Favaro (Carrie) and Brandon S. Favaro; and his three grandchildren, Camryn, Dawson and Lillian. He is also survived by his mother, Dosha Malinczak; and brothers, Rodney and Tony. Family received friends at Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd., Friday, Feb. 17, 2012, which was followed by a memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

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Stephanie Craig of Mechanicsville, Va., Cheryl Helton, Jim Bounds, Carla Robb, Kelly GarDella and Shannon Finch of Missouri, and William Kyzer Junior, Karen Halbrook and Gary Felts of Arkansas; 20 greatgrandchildren, 16 great-great-grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends who will miss her dearly. Family received friends at Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee Davis Rd., Mechanicsville, Va.; on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012 Graveside services followed a gathering of family and friends to celebrate her life at Griffin Leggett-Forest Hills Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 10200 Highway 5, Alexander, Ark. on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012.

Joan K. Hamner, (Tuthill), passed into Glory on the other side Jan. 19, 2012. Ms.

Hamner was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on Feb. 19, 1925. Mrs. Tuthill taught in the Richmond City Public Schools as an art teacher until 1987. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Joan Carroll Tuthill. She is survived by her three sons, Edward Hamner Tuthill, William Carroll Tuthill and Peter Hamner Tuthill. Graveside services were held in Springhill Cemetery, Lynchburg, Va. on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be designated to Bon Secours Hospice at www.bsvaf.org/supporthospice, or mailed to the Bon Secours Richmond Foundation, 5875 Bremo Rd., Suite 305, Richmond, Va. 23226.

Donald H. Holbrook, 64, of Hanover, passed away on Monday, Feb. 13, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Claire B. Holbrook; his children, Chris Holbrook and wife, Lesley, Melanie Costin and husband, Roddy and William Holbrook;

grandchildren, Mackenzie, Amanda and Hunter Holbrook and Christine Costin; sisters, Marsha Honeycutt (Monty) of Greensboro, N.C., and Lisa Porter (Tom) of Kernersville, N.C. He was retired from Universal Leaf Tobacco Company. The family received friends on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services were held Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012. Graveside services followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St Jude Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital.

Emma Lee Lindamood, 76, of Mechanicsville, entered into rest on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Lindamood; and retired after 17 years of service with VCU. Surviving are her children, Mark Boggs and Jackie Parsons; grandchildren, Brittney and Wesley; and her

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Bass Pro Shops presented Hanover Arc & Hanover Community Support Services a check for $5,205 from Breakfasts with Santa. The Santa Breakfasts were served in the Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant at Bass Pro Shops during the holiday season. Guests enjoyed a buffet along with visits and photos with Santa. “Hanover Arc and Hanover Community Support Services are so grateful to Bass Pro Shops for their support” Marilyn Gibbs, Hanover Community Support Services board member, said. W. Hamilton Holloway, president of the Hanover Arc Board of Directors said, “Bass Pro’s support benefits both nonprofit organizations as we work for “A Life Like Yours” for children and adults with disabilities. Shown at the check presentation are Bass Pro Shops general manager Greg Bulkley, Daniel Hardy, Debra Taylor, Holloway and Gibbs.

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well as a B.S. degree in Business from V.C.U. The family received friends Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012 at the Mechanicsville chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. A memorial service was also held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ashland Little League. bennettfuneralhomes. com.

Ashland, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012. He is survived by his mother, Juanita Newman Phelps; father, Cecil W. Phelps Sr. (Anne); sister, Wendy J. Mayhew (Kenny); his nieces, Stella and Sydney, who were his breath of fresh air; girlfriend, Angie Harlow; steadfast friend, Chris Wells; as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. Wayne had an associate’s degree in Landscape Architecture from J. Sargeant Reynolds as

Eldon Ray Thornton, 74, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and sister. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Fredia Thornton; children, Janice Inge of Ashland, Robin Jester of Elizabeth City, N.C., Crystal Main and Cody Thornton of Mechanicsville; seven grandchildren, four greatgrandchildren; sisters, Ann Smith, Alice Matthews

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Michael E. Watson, 48, of Mechanicsville, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012. He is survived by his mother, Patricia J. Watson; father, Oscar Watson (Sandy); wife, Katherine Watson; children, Kellie M. Watson, Megan B. Watson, Ashleigh C. Koopmann (Josh), Michael R. Childress; sister, Lynn Watson

(Johnny); mother and fatherin-law, Alfred F. and Margaret Dowdy; first wife, Diana D. Watson; lifelong friends, David Wickstead and Jimmy Stitzer; and Sydney R. Tate, who was like a daughter to Michael. He was a Richmond City firefighter for 23 years and a member of Black Creek V.F.D. for 33 years, an avid hunter and fisherman and a member of Virginia Waterfowl Association. He will be greatly missed by all, including his beloved pets, Poo, Bubba and Tink. The family received friends on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012 and on Friday, Feb. 17, 2012 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., and where funeral services were held on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012. Graveside services followed in Washington Memorial Park.

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grounds within a reasonable travel distance for families in Hanover County. The playground at Poor Farm Park is about threefourths complete, but another $35,000 is needed to finish it. The playground at Pole Green Park is now complete. When I visited it a few weeks ago on a cold Sunday afternoon, to my surprise, it was in full use with kids and parents everywhere. It’s rewarding to see children with and without disabilities side by side enjoying the playgrounds. This spring it will be eight years since the beginning of Opeartion Hope. The overwhelming involvement of so many individuals, student groups, civic associations and businesses is another example of Hanover County being such a true premier community. There are other communities not only here in Virginia but as far away as in Michigan that have followed our lead. You can read about these on our website: www.operationhopeplayground.com. Spring is right around the corner and wouldn’t it be wonderful to get the job finished now? If every family in Hanover could donate to this wonderful

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cause it would take very little to We will be praying for our neighborhods as we walk get the job done. Please visit the website and through our neighborhoods. Love in Christ, the playgrounds to see how Pastor Mark Miller and you can truly touch the lives Members of Shalom of others. Please mail your supBaptist Church port to Operation Hope, 10085 Mechanicsville Leadbetter Place, Ashland, VA 23005. Dana Nelson Mechanicsville

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Prayer ‘a first line of defense’ In light of the recent tragedies in our county, we, as a church, felt a deeper burden to pray more intentionally for our community. We have decided to work at not viewing prayer as a “last resort,” but rather as “a first line of defense.” And we will be taking that to the streets.

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| Education, Business & Celebrations

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George Sadler, on the left in the photo at left, principal of Hanover High School, attends the pinning ceremony to support his newest National Board Certified teacher, Frannie McMillian. She is in the English Language Arts Department at Hanover High School. At right, Rhonda Epling, center, principal of Pole Green Elementary School, congratulates Laura Cooper, a science teacher at Lee-Davis High School, right, and Melissa Throckmorton Taylor, left, the art teacher at Cool Spring Elementary School, as they achieve National Board Certification.

9 teachers attain national board certification The Metropolitan Education Training Alliance (META), a partnership among Hanover, Chesterfield, Henrico, Richmond City Public Schools and the School of Education at Virginia Commonwealth University, recently honored this year’s teachers who achieved National Board Certification. Nine Hanover County Public School educators attained the certification and participated in an official pinning ceremony on Jan. 12 at VCU. They are: Jodi Anderson-Jones, Henry Clay Elementary School; Laura Cooper, LeeDavis High School; Julie Goode, Pole Green Elementary School; Faith Johnson, Beaverdam Elementary School; Amy Lott, John M. Gandy Elementary School; Frannie McMillian, Hanover High School; Allison

Silva, Stonewall Jackson Middle School; Erin Sommar, Mechanicsville Elementary School; and Melissa Taylor, Cool Spring Elementary School. Hanover has 72 National Board Certified teachers employed with the division. Through the process, teachers participate in a rigorous systematic analysis of their teaching practices. This advanced learning opportunity enables educators to deepen their knowledge of subject matter and become more skilled in their daily classroom instruction and student assessment. The National Board Certificate demonstrates that the individual has met the highest standards established for the profession. Information submitted by Linda M. Scarborough, Hanover County Public Schools communications specialist.

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Brent Woogen, photo above, scales the climbing wall at Atlee Station Family YMCA. The Oak Knoll Middle School student goes up and then across to the other side of the room to finish his climb. The school and “Y” recently collaborated with OKMS physical education students using the facility and equipment. Below, Amber Alexander, left, and Katie Bowling received instruction on the proper use of training equipment from personal trainer Jane Azdell at the “Y.” The joint venture between the school and the YMCA was offered to the students for a week.

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Charles “Chip” Joseph, right, principal of Beaverdam Elementary School, attends the pinning ceremony to support his newest National Board Certified teacher, Faith A. Johnson.

Hanover County Parks and Recreation to host annual Easter Egg Hunts on March 24 at Pole Green and Montpelier parks What is Easter without an outdoor Easter Egg Hunts at 10 a.m. at Pole Green Park and 1 p.m. at ning through the early spring grasses to hunt for hunt? Hanover County Parks and Recreation Montpelier Park on Saturday, March 24. Easter eggs at Pole Green Park and Montpelier will once again be hosting its annual Easter Egg Kids up to age 8 can enjoy the fun of run- Park.

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The day will feature games, crafts and the see EASTER, pg. 21

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be denied. I offered the two referrals that they requested, and allowed our complete veterinary records to be opened to them to provide proof that my husband and I take the placement and care of our own pets very seriously. I know that my reference (they only contacted one), and my veterinary office gave us the highest recommendation for care of our pets. It seems the facility would prefer to house animals in small cages over placing them in loving homes. I have e-mailed the facility to inquire why my husband and I were denied. I have not received a response. We should not be forced to

look outside the heart of our community to seek animal adoption. The processes need to be changed! Carole Raikes Montpelier

How can public pay for stadium? In successive weeks the Richmond Times-Dispatch has pushed for regional cooperation for a new baseball stadium. A recent editorial said “the public sector likely would play a role and certainly could afford to.” With Hanover County anticipating a $7.4million shortfall (and Richmond and Henrico even more), I am confused as to just exactly how the public sec-

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Easter Bunny. The Egg Hunts are free and open to the public with no pre-registration necessary. Pole Green Park is located at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane in Mechanicsville and Montpelier Park is located at 17203 Sycamore Tavern Lane

tor can afford to build a replacement for the Diamond. With pending consideration of reducing teachers and public safety employees in Hanover County during these lean economic times, I strongly oppose any taxpayers’ funds for this project. The recent unprecedented violence in Mechanicsville was met with swift closure by our Sheriff ’s Office. As Hanover County citizens, can we afford to reduce these resources? Currently, my grandson’s kindergarden class has 26 students. In preparing these young people for the future, can we take the chance of raising the student teacher ratio? A.S. Powell Mechanicsville

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What happened to talking? Consider this: It is a drizzly Sunday afternoon in a neighborhood in Hanover County. Two brothers, both clean-cut white young men, one of whom is days away from his birthday,

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In light of the recent tragedies in our county, we, as a church, felt a deeper burden to pray more intentionally for our community. We have decided to work at not viewing prayer as a ‘last resort’ but rather as ‘a first line of defense’. And we will be taking that to the streets. We will be praying for our neighborhoods as we walk through them. Love in Christ, Members of Shalom Baptist Church

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your decision . . . the punishment for this, in my opinion, far outweighs the â&#x20AC;&#x153;crime.â&#x20AC;? It is easy to sit inside and anonymously use social and telephonic media to affect those that are supposed to be our neighbors. Just an opinion . . . Leslie Smith Mechanicsville

Responding to hateful diatribe This letter is in response to the hateful diatribe against Steve Sneed of Mechanicsville. Mr. [Raymond] Germeroth, there are millions of people who do not believe as you do, but we do get along. Mr. Sneed, I thank you for your letters of honesty and reason. As someone said recently, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You are a breath of fresh air.â&#x20AC;? Kathryn Andrews Mechanicsville

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Department of Health and Human Services, ObamaCare will savage Medicare by cutting $575.1 billion in this decade alone. â&#x2014;? ObamaCare will affect all aspects of health care for seniors â&#x20AC;&#x201D; coverage, prices and access. â&#x2014;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Medicare Advantageâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the popular program which gives seniors more choices in healthcare â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is already being decimated by ObamaCare with major insurers dropping the plan altogether and Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actuary projecting a 50 percent reduction in the program by 2017. â&#x2014;? And then thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the reality of healthcare rationing that will be implemented by ObamaCareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Independent Payment Advisory Boardâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; appointed by Obama with the power to make Medicare rationing decisions without Congressional oversight! Of course, many seniors have been kept in the dark â&#x20AC;&#x201D; even deceived about ObamaCare by the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest membership association of seniors, AARP. From the onset, the AARP aggressively lobbied for passage of ObamaCare. Even as these troubling details emerged, AARP continued its staunch support of Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan... The reason?

AARP stands to reap billions in profits by offering gap coverage as a direct result of deep cuts in Medicare. This â&#x20AC;&#x153;grand deceptionâ&#x20AC;? created by Obama and aggressively promoted by the AARP that seniors support ObamaCare is a lie now threatening the health care of every senior and the solvency of our nation. With American seniors now at serious risk due to ObamaCare, and AARP essentially turning their backs on the concerns of seniors. buyer beware. Daniel Gregory Mechanicsville

Thanks for never faltering I would like to thank Steve Sneed for his wisdom and reason, and also for never faltering in his belief of the truth. I have to admit that I have held back my beliefs for the rudeness that I have encountered. Now I find that it is time for those of us to come forward and be counted. Thanks, Steve, for your letters, and I look forward to reading many more. Kathryn Andrews Mechanicsville

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Hanover High School’s Environmental Science Club will be hosting a screening of the sustainable food documentary Fresh at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28, in the school cafeteria. The evening starts with dinner, courtesy of Chipotle. Attendees will have the opportunity to talk with local sustainable growers from organic/sustainable farms in and around Hanover County. The screening of the film, “celebrating the farmers, thinkers and business people across America who are reinventing our food system,” will get underway at 7 p.m. and end at 8:15 p.m. Afterwards, time will be allotted to discuss

the documentary and ask questions about practical, sustainable food options. Directed by Ana Sofia Joanes, the documentary is presented by ChiknEGG Productions and sponsored by Chipotle and Lulus Local Food. The Environmental Science Club invites everyone in the community to attend the dinner, screening and discussion, and learn more about healthy options available to them locally. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased online at www.getfreshhanover. eventbrite.com. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Environmental Science Club’s Scholarship Fund.

4-H members attend livestock forum stockman’s clinic offered to the leaders and parents of the 4-H members. For more information, call Rita J. Schalk, 4-H youth development agent for Hanover County, at 752-4310 or e-mail her at rjschalk@vt.edu.

Hanover County 4-H members Kasey Mundy, Rachel Davis, Jolene Davis and Rachel Waggie from Three Rivers Livestock Club participated in Virginia Tech’s first-ever Livestock Leadership Forum, which was open to senior 4-H

members from across the state. Lessons includedpreparing meals from livestock, agriculture in the media, dining etiquette, and administering medications to animals. Leaders Amanda Lickey and Regan Waggie also attended a

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PRINCIPAL’S LIST 5th grade Wajiha Hashmi, Megan Bower, Kayla Rinderle, Kennedy Billups, Karoline Thurman, Colton Jones, Parker Morris, Russell Odor, Joey Turner, Kellan Beaver, Maddie Blessing, Brianna Bull, Sierra Balthuis, Collin Cameron, Marshall Dalton, Helena Jimenez-Elder, Hayley Gregory, Jacie Kirk, Owen Faw, Anthony Reaux, John Shields, Austin Utz and Shea Sager.

Two Mechanicsville residents are among 18 Bridgewater College students and two staff members who will be spending spring break volunteering as construction workers with Habitat’s Collegiate Challenge Spring Break 2012. They are: Tyler Goss, a senior philosophy and religion and mathematics double major, and Taylor S. Moss, a junior sociology major. The group will leave for Maryville, Tenn., on Sunday, March 4, and return to campus on Saturday, March 10.

For the 2012 Spring Break Challenge, the group will work in partnership with the Blount County Habitat for Humanity affiliate in the Great Smoky Mountains, the local community and partner families. To raise money for the trip, the group held a chili cook-off and sponsored an evening of childcare for Parents’ Night Out. The BC Campus Chapter was established in 1995. This makes the 20th year that Bridgewater College students have used their spring break to work in various Habitat projects.

CELEBRATIONS | Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries

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DAVID and SANDRA GORDON

David and Sandra Gordon celebrated their 50th anniversary on February 10, 2012 at surprise party given in their honor by their family. The couple has two sons and four grandchildren.

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DOUG and DELORES ANDREWS

Doug and Delores Andrews celebrated their 55th anniversary on January 20. The couple has one son, three grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

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SHANNON CURTIN and TIMOTHY GAMMEL II to marry September 2012

Judith and James Kellogg would like to announce the engagement of their daughter, Shannon Curtin to Timothy Gammel II, son of Tim and Deborah Gammel. The bride is a graduate of Ludlow Senior High School in Ludlow, Mass., and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Coastal Carolina University in Conway, S.C. She is employed by the Office of the Attorney General. The groom is a graduate of Landmark Christian School in Richmond, and received a Bachelor of Social Work from VCU in Richmond. He is employed by the Cumberland County Department of Social Services. The wedding will take place at Walt Disney World in Florida in September 2012. The couple will honeymoon on a Disney Cruise. After the wedding the couple will reside in Richmond with their cat Allister.

MICHAEL and KATHERINE LARKIN

Michael and Katherine Larkin of Mechanicsville celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on October 14, 2011. The couple has three children, Peter Larkin (Susan) of Roanoke, Hazel Rice (Tommy) and Sean Larkin (Robin), both of Mechanicsville. They have three grandsons, Nelson Rice, Justin Larkin and Patrick Larkin. Their family hosted a dinner in their honor at the Old Original Bookbinders Restaurant in Richmond.

Thursday, March 1, is the deadline to submit nominations for a Hanover County â&#x20AC;&#x153;Spirit of Volunteerismâ&#x20AC;? award! Awards are granted in the following categories: Spirit of One, Spirit of Youth, Spirit of Dedication, Spirit of Team, Spirit of Family, Spirit of Inspiration (which honors an individual who has volunteered 20 years or more for a specific organization) and Commitment to Community (recognizing a Hanover business which has demonstrated a sus-

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tained commitment to supporting the community). All nominees will be recognized and award recipients will be announced at the Spirit of Volunteerism Celebration at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1, at Hanover High School Auditorium. Nomination forms, online submission information and other details are available at www. hanovervolunteers.org or by contacting the Hanover County Department of Community Resources at 365-4300.

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Friday, Feb. 24 Wednesday, Feb. 22 Join St. Paul Lutheran Church for Ash Wednesday Worship. Theme “God’s Lenten Gifts to Us”. Dinner at 6 p.m. and Worship at 7 p.m., 8100 Shady Grove Rd., Mechanicsville – Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor. For more information please call 427-7500 or visit www.saintpaul-lcms.com. Mechaicsville Presbyterian Church will have a simple Ash Wednesday Service at 7 p.m. The church is located at the corner of Atlee and Signal Hill Roads. Call 746-5496 for more information.

Thursday, Feb. 23 The Arthritis Foundation is offering a six-week Tai Chi class at Covenant Woods in Mechanicsville. The class meets on Thursday mornings from 10:30-11:30 a.m., Feb. 23-March

Strange’s Garden Center would like to invite you to the 6th Annual Orchid Show, presented by the Virginia Orchid Society and held on Feb. 24, 25, and 26. Open Friday - Saturday 8-6 p.m. and Sunday 10-5 p.m. Join us for our Orchid Show Gala Friday night from 6-9 p.m. for a silent auction, plant sales, light fare and beverages. $5 admission. Saturday and Sunday features free lectures, art and orchid vendors, and over 600 orchids in exhibit to see. Event located at 12111 W. Broad St. For more information please call 360-2800. Annual Spaghetti Supper for Boy Scout Troop 531 at Immanuel Episcopal Church, located at 3263 Old Church Rd. from 6:30-8 p.m. The cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children (under 12 yrs). Take out is available. Menu includes spaghetti

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sauce with/or without meat (donated by Italian Kitchen!). Bake sale and a silent auction also. For more information call 357-8774.

Saturday, Feb. 25 “Very Vegas,” to benefit the local Children’s Miracle Network, Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU, will be presented from 7-11 p.m. at the Downtown Richmond Marriott at 500 E. Broad St. Tickets are $55 per person or $100 per couple. For more information, call 228-5934 or e-mail info@ veryvegasrva.com. The website is veryvegasRVA.com. 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. Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Road, will hold an Indoor Yard Sale. The Yard Sale is from 8-1 p.m. Coffee, donuts, sausage biscuits, bowls of chili, cornbread, hot dogs and popcorn will also be available for sale starting at 8 a.m. Mechanicsville Presbyterian Church Youth Group Fundraising Spaghetti Supper and Silent Auction. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Music by the River Band. The church is located at the corner of Atlee and Signal Hill Roads. Call 746-5496 for more information. SparkFit, is hosting an open house from 9-12 p.m. at 6372 Mechanicsville Tnpk, Suite 112

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at 6 p.m. and Worship at 7 p.m., 8100 Shady Grove Rd., Mechanicsville – Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor. For more information please call 427-7500 or visit www.saintpaul-lcms.com.

Thursday, March 1 Sunday, Feb. 26

Salem Presbyterian Church (Studley Rd.) will host the annual Sing-A-Long at 10 a.m. The Hymn of the Month is “Sweet Hour of Prayer” and, in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we will be singing hymns of Irish origin as well as some Irish favorites of yesteryear. Light refreshments are served. Come and bring a Christian Fellowship friend. Ministries (CFM) would like to Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Party invite you to help us celebrate our Pastor! This special service at the Mechanicsville Branch will be held in honor of Pastor Library at 6:30 p.m. Join us for Edwards for being an awesome stories, fun, and refreshments servant of God! The service provided by the Friends of the will be at 5 p.m. at Christian Mechanicsville Library. For Fellowship Ministries located at more information call 746304 W. Chinquapin Rd., King 9615 or visit the library at 7461 William County, VA. The guest Sherwood Crossing Place. speaker will be Pastor Daryl Bridges from Revealing Truth Friday, March 2 Church located in Virginia Kidstuf is a fun 45 minute Beach. For more information production where kids bring please contact 687-9912. their parents to learn. This monthly production, coined First Fridays will be held at Atlee Wednesday, Feb. 29 The Newcomers Club of Community Church. It is free to Richmond welcomes women to the community and there will attend our morning coffee at be a variety of activities to 10:30 a.m. at the River Road enjoy before Kidstuf beginPres. Church $5. Reservations ning at 6:30 p.m. The Kidstuf are due by Feb. 19. Call Brenda, theatre opens its doors at 7:15 754-0460 or visit newcom- p.m. for the production. This event unites families while ersrichmond.org. providing a fun environment The Pamunkey Regional filled with laughter and learnLibrary Board of Trustees ing. Kidstuf is a “no drop will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the off zone”. All children must Ashland Branch Library at 201 be accompanied by an adult. S. Railroad Ave., Ashland, Va., Atlee Community Church is located at 7171 Verdi Lane, 23005. Mechanicsville, VA 23116. You Join St. Paul Lutheran can call 730-3676 if you would Church for their midweek like more information you can Lenten Worship. Theme “God’s also find us at www.atleechurch. Lenten Gifts to Us”. Dinner org. 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.

Saturday, March 3 Wa s h i n g t o n - H e n r y Elementary School’s “Heart of the Community” 5K and 1 Mile Heart Hop is being held Saturday, March 3rd at 8:30 a.m. It will be held at WHES. Runners and walkers of all kinds are welcome. The race will be officially timed. Still not interested? Help us in other ways- become a corporate sponsor or just make a family donation! All money raised will go straight into our classrooms next year. Sign up by Feb. 10 to ensure you get a T-shirt! Online registration is located at http:// www.raceit.com/search/event. aspx?event=4d134ad2-184246a0-8f03-24e1b184d7db.aspx. Mechanicsville Community Salt Fish Breakfast will be held at Enon United Methodist Church, 6156 Studley Rd. from 8-9:30 a.m. The cost is $5 for adults (including fish $7) and under 12 years old $2.50. Family limit is $14. Profits go to the Heart Havens Fund (residential housing for the mentally handicapped). For more information or to set up reservations, please call 746-4719 or 730-4956. Teen Program: Minute to Win It! at the Hanover Branch Library from 11-1 p.m. Join for a fun morning of friendly competition. Play Minute to Win It games, visit with friends and enjoy some great snacks! This will be our Kick Off event for Teen Tech Week. 60 Seconds! at the Hanover Branch Library at 11 a.m. Ages 11-18. Play 60-second games in fun, friendly competition and enjoy pizza provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information call 365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. see CALENDAR, pg. 31 `

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