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Supervisors set hearing on redistricting By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Members of the community will have an opportunity to express their opinions on the redistricting plan for 2011 in a public hearing scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4. The Hanover County Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to seek public input during last Wednesday’s regular meeting. Kevin Nelson, the county’s geographic information system (GIS) manager, appeared before the supervisors to request the hearing. He noted

that less than 7 percent of the county’s voting residents would actually change election districts. Three public information session had been held, with 42 people attending. Nelson said 14 written comments also had been received. The plan recommended to the supervisors, Nelson said, changes the election district for 6,861 people, or 6.9 percent of the county’s population. As recommended, the plan would maintain the existing 34 precincts, but does affect 22 of

voted 6-0 on Wednesday night — Henry District Supervisor Charles D. McGhee was absent — to repeal the county code that requires vehicle decals and their associated see DECALS, pg. 8 `

Services held Monday for development leader

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The smile says it all for this girl who took part in Saturday’s Easter egg hunt at the Northside Baptist Church. She was enjoying some arts and crafts.

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the windshield stickers to By Jeremy Slayton Media General News Service gain entry to the county’s Hanover County residents solid-waste convenience cenare no longer required to pur- ters or display a Department chase county stickers for their of Public Works solid-waste decal. vehicles. The Board of Supervisors But residents may keep

see REDISTRICTING, pg. 8 `

Wade announces bid for re-election Elton Wade, the honor.” Wade supervisor from the said. “Together with Cold Harbor District, the other members has announced his of the Board, I have candidacy for a sixth worked to keep term. taxes low, improve “It has been a our K-12 education, privilege for me to strengthen our pubserve the people of lic safety, and purthe Cold Harbor sue smart growth District and Hanover WADE for the county. We County for the last have worked tire20 years and I look lessly to ensure that the enviforward to serving my constitusee WADE, pg. 4 ` ents for four more years if given

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Massey Cancer Funeral services Center, P.O. Box were conducted at 980037, Richmond 2 p.m. Monday at VA 23298-0037. Congregation Beth Weiss, 60, of Ahabah in Richmond Mechanicsville, for the director of died Thursday Hanover County econight after a brief nomic development. battle with pancreBurial for Marc atic cancer. S. Weiss followed in WEISS On Friday, Signal Hill Cemetery County Adminisin Hanover. In lieu of flowers, contribu- trator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr., tions can be made to Thomas speaking on behalf of county see LEADER, pg. 4 ` Palliative Care Fund at VCU

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Donnie Knowlson, left, senior vice president of Sales and Marketing; joined in recognizing Doswell resident Chris Adams, center, as the District 5 Most Valuable Agent of Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance Services. Also shown is Gerald Gardner, regional sales manager.

Adams named district’s Most Valuable Agent Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com A Hanover County man has been named the District 5 Most Valuable Agent by the Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance Services. Chris Adams, LUTCF (Life Underwriters Training Council Fellow), of Doswell received the recognition during the organization’s annual sales conference at The Homestead Resort in Hot Springs. He also was recognized as a 2011 Master Agent. Adams works out of the Hanover County

office and has been with Virginia Farm Bureau for 16 years. “Chris has been an outstanding insurance professional for many years,” Donnie Knowlson, senior vice president of Sales and Marketing, said. “Service to his customers is a high priority and we are proud of the way he represents our company in the community.” Adams and his wife Tracie have four children, Douglas, Christian, Rachel and Lizzie. Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance has more than 148,000 members and offers financial planning products and services.

Tribute to Mother Earth set Friday at Pole Green Active adults ages 55 and up are invited to join Hanover County Parks and Recreation in a tribute to Mother Earth from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 22, at Pole Green Park at at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane in

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assist in teaching cooking techniques as you prepare portions of your lunch, including Grilled Chicken, Panetta Salad, Homemade Italian Croutons, see EARTH, pg. 4 `

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Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Tiller Circle.

Suspect stole items at location on Cold Harbor Rd.

Unknown suspect stole item at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect was disorderly at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Swindale Ct.

Unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident on Mountain Rd. Unknown suspect threw object from moving vehicle at location on Ashland Rd. Suspect stole items at location on Hennessy Way.

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Suspect assaulted victim at location on Cedar Lane.

Item was recovered at location on County Complex Rd.

Suspect used victim’s information without permission at location on

Property was recovered at location on Washington Hwy. X Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance on Mountain Rd.

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Suspect used victim’s vehicle without permission at location on White Oak Ridge Dr. Suspect was found driving under the influence at location on Mountain Rd. Suspect was found in possession of a concealed

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Suspect damaged victim’s property at location on Grace Lane.

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HABCC seeks comments on redistricting The Hanover County Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce is asking the public to contact the Governor’s Office about the Virginia Senate’s redistrict-

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government, said, “We are deeply saddened by the loss of Marc Weiss. Marc will be remembered for his leadership in developing Hanover’s economic development program into an outstanding organization. He built a great team of professionals and was quick to credit his associates with any success the county experienced.” “Marc will be missed greatly as an employee and friend,” he added. The Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce released the following statement: “It is with

ing plan. The current plan calls for Hanover HABCC urged members and the comto have three different senators represent- munity to contacting Gov. McDonnell at ing the county in a split into three distinct http://www.governor.virginia.gov/, or by sections. calling his office at 786-2211.

deep regret that we inform you that Marc Weiss passed away overnight from his battle with pancreatic cancer. We are all distressed with this news, but will cherish our time with Marc and will remember him for his innovative leadership of the economic development program in Hanover County. Marc is one of those people that made a change in the world, and we are all better for knowing and working with him.” He was born in San Francisco, Calif., a son of Annette Weiss of Redwood City, Calif., and the late Herbert Weiss. As a native of San Francisco, Weiss was well-known for his affection for the Giants, 49ers

and See’s candy. He developed a passion for entertainment, politics and fine wines as a student at the University of California Davis, where he graduated with highest honors. He earned a master’s degree in the Department of City and Regional Planning at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. A passion for basketball and barbeque followed him from there. Weiss joined planning departments in Redwood City, Calif.; Carrboro, N.C.; Wilson, N.C., and Leesburg, Va. In Leesburg, he established his own planning and engineering firm, Marc Weiss and Associates, and

questions on gardening. At the end of the luncheon you will be able to use the knowlContinued from pg. 1 b edge you’ve gained to plant and grow your Muffins and Strawberry Napoleons. own free sample of basil. A local farmer will be on hand with Pre-registration is required and admisseasonal vegetables for sale and to answer sion is $8 per person.

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ronment here in Hanover promotes business growth and continued success for our entire community. As a result of our effort, Hanover was named the nation’s 10th ‘Best Place to Get Ahead’ based on employment and income growth by Forbes Magazine.” Wade serves on the Board’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee and the Board’s Safety and Security Committee. The Cold Harbor District spans parts of Hanover County from Old Church to the Mechanicsville VFW. Now in his fifth term, Wade served as the Board’s vice chair-

man in 1999, and has served on the Hanover County Social Services Advisory Board for 11 years. He has been recognized by local, regional and state agencies and organizations for his leadership over the last 20 years. In 2003, the Hanover Ruritan Club recognized Wade’s leadership skills and awarded him the Community Service Award. Wade is a member of the Cold Harbor Ruritan Club, a former member of the Lions Club and former Black Creek Volunteer Firefighter for 26plus years. “As your supervisor, I will continue to fight unnecessary growth and fight to keep taxes low. Additionally, I will support

was active in his community as president of the Northern Virginia Building Industry Association (NVBIA), president of the local American Cancer Society, president of Bluemont Concert Series and many community organizations. He was a member of the American Planning Association (APA), the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and a Certified Economic Development member (CEcD). Weiss is survived by his wife of 31 years, Joanne Berdall; two children, Jessica and Noah; a brother, Jeffrey Weiss of Corona, Calif.; five sisters-in-law, seven nephews and four nieces.

Registration forms can be found online at www.co.hanover.va.us/parksrec or on the back page of Discover Recreation! For more information, contact Hanover Parks and Recreation at 365-7150 or e-mail parksandrec@co.hanover.va.us.

our Sheriff ’s Office, fire and EMS, as well as our education system to provide teachers and administrators the resources needed for our children’s education,” Wade said. Wade cites achievements such as the county’s AAA bond rating, nationally accredited school system and numerous awards for best community and best place to get ahead as examples of how he and his fellow board members have worked hard for the citizens of Hanover. Hanover recently was named “Top 100 Best Communities for Young People” by America’s Promise, something Wade said he is honored to recognize as young people are vital for the

future development of Hanover County. “It is important that we provide a world-class education for our children, and equip them will the resources to contribute to our community and raise their families,” Wade said. Before his public service on the Board of Supervisors, Wade worked as a bus driver for Hanover County Public Schools for 26 years. He is employed as a traffic guard for the school district, a job he has held for 23 years. Wade also is a retired small business owner. For more information on the candidate, visit www.eltonwade.com or on Facebook at Elton Wade.

Community receptions to honor retiring schools superintendent Two community receptions are scheduled next week to pay tribute to Dr. Stewart D. Roberson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, as he prepares to retire. Roberson, who accepted the helm of Hanover County Public Schools in 1996, will be retiring at the end of the 2010-2011 term. He has served as a K-12 educator for 25 years, 16 of those as the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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11th superintendent of schools. The first reception will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26, in the library of Hanover High School at 10307 Chamberlayne Road in Mechanicsville. A second reception is planned from 3 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 27, in the Board Room of the Hanover County School Board Office at 200 Berkley St. in Ashland.

Council on Aging to hold Senior Resource Fair The Hanover Council on Aging will coordinate a Senior Resource Fair on Thursday, April 28, at Hanover Tavern. Older adults, their family members or caregivers are encouraged to attend to learn

more about local services to enhance their quality of life at this free event. Representatives of various human service organizations and businesses serving the needs of older adults will be

conducting brief presentations and will be available to share information and answer questions. The Senior Resource Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 see SENIOR, pg. 15 `

Search for superintendent progresses The search for a new superintendent started earlier this year following Dr. Stewart D. Robersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s announcement that he would be retiring from the position he has held with Hanover County Public Schools for 16 years. Hanover County School Board members have been working with BWP & Associates, a search firm that specializes in assisting boards seeking superintendents. The first step in the process was to identify the essential characteristics desired in the new superintendent. Community members were invited to participate in more than 50 scheduled meetings with the representatives from BWP & Associates to provide valuable input. An online survey also was made available on the Hanover County Public Schools website from Feb. 16 through March 7.

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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor

Volunteers are special to us in so many ways Last week, volunteers were recognized for the time they give and how they impact our lives. Their efforts merit the acclaim and we should never take them for granted. Memorial Regional Medical Center celebrated its volunteers on Friday as National Volunteer Week neared its end. While it isn’t unusual to pay tribute to the men and women, distinguished by their blue smocks, the 2011 appreciation luncheon at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (an oops here — had Gardens in last week’s edition) celebrated the approach of a milestone. Since opening its doors in Mechanicsville in 1998, the volunteers at the Bon Secours facility have logged nearly 500,000 hours. Wow! So impressive. Volunteers are a key element of many successes throughout Hanover County, including our fire departments and rescue squads, support groups in the Sheriff ’s Office, and the many community-minded civic organizations. By the way, congratulations to the Hanover Ruritan Club as it celebrates its 75th Anniversary. More on that group on Community, page. 9. As for these devoted and dedicated residents who volunteer, they deserve a hearty “Thank you” because the jobs they do matter so much.

Etc. ☞ Our sympathies are extended to the family of Marc Weiss, who died Thursday. He served well as Hanover County’s economic development director. Whenever he addressed the Board of Supervisors about plans or projects, you knew he was keeping our county on the right track — and to our benefit. He was a gentleman and a leader. He will be missed. ☞ Interviews with superintendent candidates for Hanover County Public Schools were conducted Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at Virginia Crossing Conference Center in Glen Allen. Melody Kinser

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LETTERS | Reader Views Society to deliver on its mission of helping people stay well, helping people get well, finding cures and fighting back against the disease. Relay provides the Society with money to support Just as the effects of a challenging economy are felt by vital, cutting-edge cancer research, such as the Virginia families in every community, cancer, too, has a far-reachsee LETTERS, pg. 13 ` ing impact. No matter how the stock market is performing or what the current unemployment rate may be, there are still many people battling a cancer diagnosis and many others who are lending support alongside loved ones every day. These realThe Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of ities make the dollars donated and volunteer hours devoted interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your to the American Cancer Society – a part of Hanover for address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to many years – critically important. edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers Local volunteers are a huge part of a nationwide effort and not The Mechanicsville Local. to save lives from cancer, but additional people are needed for the progress to continue. Send letters to: Plans are under way for the Society’s annual fundraiser, The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Relay For Life of Mechanicsville, which will be held LeeMechanicsville, VA 23111 Davis High School on May 21. Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com The money raised at Relay enables the American Cancer

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Celebrations... Congratulations to our L-DHS Teacher of the Year for 2011-12, Katherine Facemire! Ms. Facemire is (to quote her nomination) “a pivotal part of the Lee-Davis community” through her work with her students, the drama productions and interactions with her colleagues. One teacher remarked, “When most of us are packing up our bags to go home, Katie Facemire’s day is really just beginning. The work she puts in after school with the kids in the drama department is phenomenal.” Kudos, as well to the other nominees for this honor: Brian Canady, Cindy Cattoi, Jessica Kreye and Chris Martinez. Congratulations, as well, to our New Teacher of the Year: Ms. Kristen Lahocki! Richmond-East Moose Lodge has announced that freshmen Ryan Cross and Lana Ferguson have completed the Moose International Youth Awareness program requirements for 2010-2011. They both were awarded $750.00 scholarships at a celebration dinner in March. In addition, Lana has been selected to participate in the Moose International Youth Awareness Student Congress in Charlotte, NC. With this achievement, Lana has earned an automatic $1,000.00 scholarship from the Virginia Moose Association and the all-expense-paid trip to Charlotte where she will compete with students from the US and Canada for additional scholarship funds. Lana and Ryan have the unique opportunity to continue with youth awareness for three more years and compete for additional scholarship funds each individual year. Great news from the science department! Senior Dana Griffin and freshman Arjun Jaini were second place finishers in their respective fields at the Metro Richmond Science Fair and then went on to the state science and engineering fair (VSSEF) at ODU. Dana’s project was electrical engineering. He built a model of an electromagnetic catapult as a futuristic replacement for rockets to use as a method of launching payloads into space. Arjun’s project was chemistry. He wanted to find the best way of ‘washing’ biodiesel made from vegetable oil. The problem is making the cleaning procedure fast, cheap and environmentally friendly. The level of competition at ODU was much higher as they competed against regional fair winners from across Virginia. In this competition, Arjun placed First in the state in chemistry. While Dana did not bring home any additional gold, he has been accepted to three of his four top colleges engineering programs, in part due to his entrance and showing at the regional fair. Dana also won the Air Force’s engineering award and Army’s engineering award. Arjun also took a special award from the American Chemical Society. In addition, twelve students attended the University of Richmond’s Physics Olympics where Sawyer Barksdale, Joey Berssett, Chad Baron, and Mark Reisenweaver finished third. There were sixteen teams in all. These sophomore boys only lost by 3 points behind Atlee who brought their senior AP Physics students!! Congratulations to all our outstanding science students and their amazing teachers. Students and faculty had the opportunity to hear internationally known archaeologist Dr. Semir Sam Osmanagich, in partnership with Bridging Boundaries International. Dr. Osmanagich presented a program, “Are the Bosnian Pyramids the Discovery of Our Generation?” to IB and AP History students and other interested students and staff. Many thanks to Hanover County Public Schools and Bridging Boundaries International for making this presentation possible. Lee-Davis and Highland Springs High Schools were selected from among a very competitive group to launch the U.S. Army’s 2011 Educational Outreach Program commencing on April 29, 2011 at the Richmond

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF TRADITION AND PRIDE! International Raceway. The program strives to educate youth in the importance of staying in school, setting goals and finding career opportunities. The prestigious U.S. Army Knights Parachute Team will make an appearance and twelve local volunteers will have the opportunity to complete a tandem jump with these amazing professionals. A Lee-Davis teacher is among the list of volunteers for final selection – we wish this individual the very best. NASCAR comes to Lee-Davis! On April 28, 2011, in partnership with Lee-Davis NJROTC, the U.S. Army NASCAR and members of the Pit Crew will set-up an interactive display for faculty and students at Lee-Davis High School from 9:30am - 1:30 pm. Congratulations to the 2010 Confederate Yearbook staff on its Silver Crown Award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. Members of the 2010 staff were on hand at the CSPA Scholastic Journalism Conference in March on the campus of Columbia University in New York City. This is the highest award the yearbook has received from CSPA. 2010 Graduate Olivia Davis was the editor-inchief. Advisers were Jamie Beasley and Charles Stevens. Other members of the staff were Neyra Martinez, Tiel Westbrook, Jessie Spence, Montasia Golden, CJ Stevens, Blake Thompson, Jenny Whiteside, Aubrey Mixner, Kirby Hartley, Brittany Harrison, Lauren Young, Allie Burton, Maddie Muse, Ashley Johnson, Dominic Smith, Stephanie Hubbard, Vivian Hite, Alysia Clark, JP Hudnall, Liz Donnini, Rachel Shrull, Racheal Bew, Caitlin Stallings, Brooke Garrison, Travis Cook, Clayton Kagi, Jake Mills, Madison Norvell, Erin Paolino, Kirsten Joerg, Lindsay Korman, Janelle Wingfield, and Carshae Kimbrough. Lee-Davis hosted an English AP Prep Session in April where approximately 370 students from Richmond City schools, Patrick Henry High School, and Lee-Davis attended. Students received the results of their Mock Exams, taken in January, and strategies for success on the May Advanced Placement exams. Thanks to deBarros Chiropractic for their pre-Teacher Appreciation 10-minute free massages for our faculty and staff. We appreciate their interest in and support of LeeDavis High School!

Fine Arts News . . . Kelsey Paylor, senior, won a National Gold Key in the Scholastic Art & Writing 2011 competition. Kelsey is in Ms. Hanky’s Crafts III class. Her category was Design; she embroidered a 3 in x 3 in cube. She will travel to NYC to accept her award in a special ceremony at Carnegie Hall and the top of the Empire State Building will be lit in gold that day in honor of the students’ achievements. She is one of 1500 National Gold winners. Congratulations, Kelsey! Congratulations to our students for achieving the prestigious Honor Band status for the 12th year! Sophomore Chelsea Shrader represented Lee-Davis at the All-State band event in Charlottesville! Making the All-State event is the highest honor that a high school musician can achieve. In addition, the L-D wind ensemble and concert band got a rating of Superior at their recent concert assessment. Save the date! On Friday May 27 from 7-10 p.m., Lee-Davis’ Photographe students Becca Blade, Charlie Wilson, Erin McKeon, Savannah Ricks, and teacher/ sponsor Madison Fairburn will have their Opening Night at Artworks Gallery in Richmond. “Obsessions” will be on view in the Skylight Gallery until June 19. Please make plans to join us on Opening Night! Thank you to everyone who brought their pets to our Paws for a Cause photo shoots at Pole Green Park. We had a wonderful variety of pets to photograph and are so excited for our final exhibit! Images will be edited, printed and available for purchase on Saturday, May 14, 2011

at Gallery 606 in Ashland. A silent auction and exhibit will be held from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Auction items will be available for pick up at 2 p.m. We hope you can join us for a day of photography and art to benefit the Hanover Humane Society! Thanks to our art students for the wonderful new art displays around school. The IB Art Exam Exhibit features Amanda Chisholm, Michelle Winkler, Kelsey Colgin and Meredith Mauch; a selection of Art II Linoleum Block Prints; and beautifully done charcoal drawings by Art III, IV and IB students that emphasize the technique of chiaroscuro. Chiaroscuro is characterized by strong contrasts between light and dark, usually bold affecting a whole composition. It is also a technical term used by artists and art historians for using contrasts of light to achieve a sense of volume in modeling three-dimensional objects such as the human body. These students studied the renaissance artist Caravaggio and tried to emulate his techniques. We appreciate our wonderful artists.

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F.Y.I . . . Coming soon: L-DHS Spring Plant Sale! Beginning Wednesday, May 4 our greenhouse will offer a variety of annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs and hanging baskets. Hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 4-6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 7, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or until sold out on May 9. Contact Jessica Kreye at 723-2245 for more information. Please check out the Principal’s Blog on the L-DHS website for a monthly message from Mrs. Carol Moore. The blog is replacing the Letter from the Principal that previously was included in the Vantage Point newsletter. Other important sources of school information can also be accessed from the website, including daily announcements, lunch menus and the school calendar. These are all listed under the “What’s New” tab. http://hcps2.hanover.k12. va.us/ldhs/ As we move into warmer weather, the dress code can become an issue for our students. The school dress code for male and female students is detailed in the student planner on pages 11-12 and in the March Principal’s Blog on our website. In addition, since hunting and fishing are popular weekend activities, students should be reminded that Hanover County policy prohibits pocket knives and certain other items at school: be sure to empty pockets and vehicles of all prohibited items before coming onto school grounds. Please help us remind students of these rules. Your support in this area in the past has had a positive influence on the school. Parking Permits Available to seniors and juniors. $75: Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:00 to 8:25 a.m. in the Main Office – see Mr. Puller. All vehicles must have up-to-date registration, licenses, etc. in order to park on campus. All others will receive notification stickers and called to remove their vehicles. Come explore the James River, study Monsters Across the Millennia, or investigate a Crime Scene!! Summer programs are available this year at the Math Science Innovation Center for students in grades 4-9. The programs are weeklong courses and meet for five half days. Many students choose to take both a morning and afternoon class. The MSiC has a supervised lunch and recreation period between classes. There is a $100 fee for each half-day weeklong course. Students can register by using the online registration system. http://msinnovation.info Priority is given to those who register by May 30. Transportation is not provided for these summer classes.

The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Administrator for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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them. The proposal moves four polling places to new locations and drops the number of those in private facilities from five to four. According to Nelson, two other redistricting alternatives were considered, but they did not have as many positive components as the recommended plan. Also, Nelson said, the plan does not dramatically alter any district related to minority representation. He also said the Ashland District still has the highest minority representation, with more than 20 percent. In other business, the board adopted the 2012 budget of

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$390,659,541 million. Deputy County Administrator Joseph P. Casey broke down the proposed budget as follows: / General Fund — $203,067,574 / School Fund — $181,616,335 / Utilities Fund — $35,147,693 / Self Insurance Fund — $31,151,016 / Community Services Fund — $7,207,934 / Food Services Fund — $7,207,934 / School Improvements Fund — $14,500,000 / Comprehensive Services Fund — $6,154,899 / County Improvements Fund — $4,242,000 / Lewistown Commerce

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fees after a public hearing that drew four speakers. County decals, if residents want them, can now be picked up at no charge at the Treasurer’s Office. “I see this as an opportunity to offer some relief to our citizens, however small it might be,” said South Anna District Supervisor John E. Gordon Jr. “I think this is clearly an improvement over what we require today.” The change will cost the county nearly $120,000 in annual decal revenue. Deputy County Administrator Joseph P. Casey said during a brief presentation that the solid-waste decal would not have to be affixed to the vehicle but instead be placed on something like a business card that can

5099, e-mail at wam@co.henrico.va.us or visit www.virginiaseniorgames.org. The Virginia Senior Games are sponsored by Bon Secours Virginia, Virginia Moose Association Inc., Optima Medicare Preferred, YMCA, CiCi’s Pizza, Brown Distributing, Weinstein Jewish Community Center and Richmond Sports Backers.

Center CDA Fund — $562,000 / Airport Fund — $698,377 / Bell Creek CDA Fund — $405,000 / Economic Development Fund — $256,190 / Textbook Fund — $509,736 / Total — $495,935,685 / Less Transfers — ($105,276,144) / Total Without Transfers — $390,659,541 South Anna District Supervisor John E. Gordon Jr. talked about the “challenges of this budget” and commended County Administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. and his staff for “providing quality services for our citizens within the constraints that we anticipate.” He followed his remarks by

be shown to a solid-waste center attendant. There was some initial confusion that repealing the vehicle-decal requirement would also eliminate the need to have a sticker or decal to use the solid-waste centers. Chickahominy District Supervisor Robert R. Setliff supported getting rid of the fee but keeping the decal. “I don’t think it’s fair to our employees to say that someone can come there forever, through that landfill, without at least holding the sticker,” Setliff said. “But to ask someone to keep looking at the ID for someone, just because they don’t want to carry (the decal) in their pocket, I think is doing a disservice to our own employees.” County Administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. clarified that the option to show proof of residency, rather than displaying

making a motion to approve the budget. Ashland District Supervisor G. Ed Via III, in seconding Gordon’s motion, said the supervisors would “keep in mind that we stay conservative with our taxpayers’ hard-earned funds.” Chickahominy District Supervisor Robert R. Setliff, who recently announced he would not seek re-election, noted it would be his last budget cycle and recognized the “great relationship between [Hanover County Public Schools superintendent Dr. Stewart D.] Roberson and Rhu and their staffs working together.” Without that relationship, he added, “Our job on the board would have been much, much tougher.”

the solid-waste sticker, is a separate action and not tied to Wednesday’s public hearing. “I think there is a slight confusion that they are all rolled together; they’re certainly part of the overall implementation of the program, but without action on this particular item in front of you, you will continue to have a $10 permanent decal charge,” Harris said. During the public hearing, Beaverdam District resident Andy Schaeffer said he was opposed to having to display a decal on his vehicles to gain access to the solidwaste center. He asked the board to allow residents the option of showing proof of residency at the centers. “I have my license, I have the registration for the vehicles — I feel like that is enough,” he said.

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Hanover Ruritans to celebrate 75 years T

he Hanover Ruritan Club will hold its 75th Anniversary celebration on Tuesday, May 17, at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church in Mechanicsville. Ruritan National President Jayson Duncan, Chesapeake District Gov. Sewell Rowley and Zone Gov. Tom Foster are scheduled to attend. The club was charted on May 19, 1936, and was the 23rd club charted by Ruritan National. Two major fundraising functions are the annual Steak and Race, which is held the second Saturday in October, with a steak dinner and lawn

mowers racing with speeds up to 65 miles per hour, and the annual Christmas Tree Sales, held after Thanksgiving until Christmas. The Hanover Ruritan Club is part of Ruritan National, an organization dedicated to improving communities and building a better America through â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fellowship, Goodwill and Community Service.â&#x20AC;? Hanover Ruritan meets the third Tuesday of each month at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church. For more information about Ruritan membership, contact Paul Hirsh, club president, at 781-0474 or visit www. hanoverruritan.org.

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Members were recognized for their Perfect Attendance in 2007 at a meeting of the Hanover Ruritan Club.

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The photo at left appeared on the cover of the Ruritan National in July 1955. The event was being held at what is now Battlefield Park Elementary School. At that time, it served as Battlefield Park School. Above, youngsters affiliated with Ruritan programs listen to a program on plantings.

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Chris B. Clary, 30, of Richmond. An employee of Richmond International Raceway, passed away on April 10, 2011. He is survived by his father, Bernard E. Clary, Jr.; his mother and stepfather, Jack and Diane Cahoon; his grandmother, Ethel Clary, and grandfather, Hugh Childress. Two sisters, Wendy Hott and her husband Craig, of Montpelier, Va. and Holly Hannah and her husband Lee of Mechanicsville, Va.; step-sister, Dawn Look and her husband Duane of Portsmouth; step-brother, Jack Cahoon, Jr. of Belfair, Washington;one nephew, Ben Chick and six nieces, Grace and Caroline Hott and Lauren and Emma Hannah, Krystal and Zoe Cahoon. He is also survived by the love of his life, Suzanne Longest, her children, Ellie, Clay, Campbell and Jack; and his best friend Layla. Chris was employed in the operations department of Richmond International Raceway for the past 15 years. He enjoyed hunting and loved boating with his friends in the summer. Chris was a caring person who had a large family of friends who he always made time for and cherished the time he spent with them. The family received friends today, Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 and Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Funeral services were held on Thursday, April 14, 2011 at the funeral home. Graveside services were held in Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Victory Junction Gang (www.victoryjunction.org). Condolences may be made at: www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.

wives Jeffrey and Evelyn, Isma Dooly Munn Gathright, 92, passed away Tom and Danease Jay and peacefully in Richmond on April 13, 2011. She is survived by her children, Carroll Conway Gathright III, Rebecca Gathright Hedrick and husband, Steve, William Heath Gathright Sr. and wife, Netti; and grandchildren, William Heath Gathright Jr., Emily Gathright Purdum, James Norman Gathright, Sarah Elise Gathright, Isma Blake Hedrick, Stephen Goldsmith Hedrick, Nicholas Kyle Gathright; and four great-grandchildren with two more on the way. She is also survived by nephews, Robert Nicholas Josephson and wife, Sally, Warren A. Josephson Jr. and wife, Cheryl; niece, Susan Josephson Willer and husband, Rick; grandnephews, Robert Nicholas Josephson II, Edward Collins Josephson; and several great-grandnieces and nephews. In 1936, Isma moved to Richmond bringing her beautiful Savannahstyle drawl, cooking and hospitality. Isma’s gracious spirit and loving heart will be missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Duke University Athletics, P.O. Box 90581, Durham, N.C. 27708. A private service will be held at the family’s Norvue Cemetery in Louisa.

Jim Gresch, 81, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on April 15, 2011. A native of Milwaukee, Wis. but made his home in Mechanicsville, for the last 40 years. Jim was born on June 29, 1929, son of the late Stanley and Agnes Gresch. He leaves his wife Vivian three sons and their

Merri, and 4 grandchildren; Jeff, Robert, Ashley, and Taylor; sister Irene Phipps; sisters in law, Lorna Visvader, Darlene Martineau, and extended family and friends around the country. With his career in the food business working for A&P Grocery chain, Allied Supermarkets, Vice President of the Meat Division at Richfood and Sales Account Manager at High Grade Meats. Jim retired from both Richfood and High Grade Meats. Jim will be missed by his wife and three sons the most. Jim was an outstanding Father who always cared about and truly loved his family. He loved fishing and golf spending most of his younger years teaching his sons camping and fishing. Work was his life and identity. Jim always spoke kindly of everyone he knew and worked with. The corporate world left little time for the development of hobbies, outside interests, to occupy him during his retirement. Jim stayed as busy as he could and made the best of everything with the love and devotion of his sweetheart and wife Vivian. In business Jim had a strong work ethic, if you want to get ahead you have to work harder than everyone else, treat everyone as you would want to be treated, and help others to be successful. Jim was a loving father and will truly be missed by his family as he was the rock that gave us solid footing in the road of life. The family received friends on Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at the Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 and Shady

Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Services were held on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at the funeral home. Graveside services followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences: www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.

John A. Loving Sr., 74, of Ruther Glen, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2011 after a battle with cancer. He worked for Phillip Morris for 37 years and was preceded in death by his first wife, Peggy W. Loving; brothers, Stuart Loving, Melvin Loving, Wilbur Loving and Raymond Loving; sisters, Alberta Douglas and Pearl Chenault; and a stepson, Mark Whittaker. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Virginia Irene Loving; son, John A. Loving Jr. and wife, Rhonda, of Prince George, Va.; daughter, Connie Rush and husband, Bill, of Powhatan; stepchildren, Junior Whittaker of Ruther Glen, Lois Smith of Partlow, Faye Light of Mechanicsville and Dennis Whittaker of Ruther Glen; sisters, Lucy Mackey of Richmond, Shirley Camp of Petersburg and Erma Garrett of Palmyra; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The family received friends Monday, April 18, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. Graveside services were held Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Frog Level Volunteer Rescue Squad. see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 `

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Peggy Jean Messer, of Sandston, went to be with the Lord April 12, 2011. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Tammy A. Carroll; and her father, Raley Adams. She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Dwight L. Messer; her children, Rusty Adams, Darlene Martin, Davis “Pete” Andrews (Pauline), Tina Andrews and Roy Andrews (Lena); grandchildren, Misty Adams Thomas, Stephanie Tate (Gene Jackson), April Shufflebarger (Sgt. David Stone), Jennifer Rabon (David), David Andrews (Kathleen), Dwight and Peggy Andrews, Christopher Carroll, Brittany and Stevie Andrews; greatgrandchildren, C.J. and Brice Tate, Matthew Williams and Mariah Stone, David Rabon Jr. (Shug) and Bria Rabon; her mother, Charlotte Lohr; sisters, Evelyn Davis (Scooter) and Carrie Lohr; brothers, Rawleigh Adams (Mary Lou) and Robert Adams (Leizel); and many nieces, nephews, and other family friends. The family received friends Thursday, April 14, 2011 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville, where funeral services were held Friday, April 15, 2011. Graveside services were held at Washington Memorial Park.

Elbert L. Mines, 74, of Doswell, formerly of Baltimore, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 14, 2011. He was predeceased by five brothers and one sister. He was a barber his entire life. Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Daiscel Tucker; two sisters, Sarah E. Hinton and Ann Thomas (Horace); two brothers, Earl Douglas (Hattie) and Eddie Mines

(Barbara); sister-in-law, Evelyn Mines; one grandson, one granddaughter; devoted friend, Mary Tucker; devoted cousin, Joseph Mines; and a host of other relatives and friends; Family received friends at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, Ashland, Va. Homegoing services were held Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Beaverdam, Va. Rev. Dr. John Kinney, pastor, officiated. Graveside services were held at the church cemetery. Online condolences can be made at fedabneyfuneralhome.com.

er relatives and friends. He rests at the H. W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 North Washington Hwy., Ashland, where public viewing was held on Friday, April 15, 2011. Family received friends one hour prior to the service on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 8175 Pleasant Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Rev. Joseph Brown, eulogist. Graveside services was held in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Richmond.

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Boswell and husband, Richard Jr., of Clear Spring, Md.; a Continued from pg. 11 b sister-in-law, Harriet Nuckols; a special niece, Carolyn Alvis; Patricia Anne Smith, also several other nieces and 57, passed away on April 14, nephews. Dorothy was a long2011. She is survived by one time hairdresser and member son, Ashley Smith; and three of Kenwood United Methoddaughters, Rebecca Flippo, ist Church. The family would Erin Valiani and Elaine like to thank the caregivers Smith; two grandchildren, at Manor Care Stratford Hall Dahnish and Shawn Valiani. and Hospice of Virginia for In lieu of flowers and cards, their love and attention given contributions can be sent to Mrs. Terrell. The family to Angelus Funeral and received friends on Friday, Cremation Traditions, 3009 April 15, 2011 in the Nelsen Layfayette Ave., Richmond, Funeral Home Reid Chapel Va. 23228. A reception will 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashbe held on April 23, 2011 land, where funeral services from 2 to 4 p.m. Call 616were held Saturday, April 16, 0790. 2011. Graveside services were held in Woodland Cemetery.

Norfolk and graduated from Old Dominion University in 1964. She was very active at Shady Grove United Methodist Church and the Old Dominion Chapter Train Club. The family received friends Friday, April 15, 2011 at the Shady Grove United Methodist Church, 8209 Shady Grove Rd., Mechanicsville 23111, and where funeral services were held. Graveside services were held at the church cemetery, reception followed. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Capital Campaigns at Shady Grove United Methodist Church, or Old Dominion Chapter NRHS, P.O. Box 8583, Richmond, Va. 23226.

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Marc S. Weiss, 60, of Atlee, died after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Marc was born in San Francisco, Calif. where his affection for Giants’ baseball, 49er football, and See’s candy began. His passions for entertainment, politics, and fine wines were developed at UC Davis where he graduated with highest honors. He earned a Master’s degree in the Department of City and Regional Planning at the UNC Chapel Hill. A passion for basketball and barbeque followed him from there. Marc joined Planning Departments in Redwood City, California; Carrboro, North Carolina; Wilson,

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widow of William N. “Will” Terrell, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Taylor and Lettie W. Nuckols; three brothers, Cecil, Lewis and Tom Nuckols; three sisters, Nelda Pearce, Goldie Shanholtzer and Pearl Bateman. She is survived by her daughter, Willa Faye Terrell; one granddaughter, Elizabeth Yurkovich and husband, Jason; three grandsons, Jonathan, Michael and John Henshaw. She is also survived by two sisters, Blanche N. Alvis of ManakinSabot, Va., and Beulah N.

“Peggy”, 69, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord suddenly on Monday, April 11, 2011. She is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years, Bill Todd; her loving family, including her mother, Nellie Davis, 97, of Mechanicsville; her three children, Elizabeth Jones (Brian) of Minnesota, Richard Todd (Maggie) of Illinois and Peter Todd (Vicki) of Nebraska; her sister, Mary Lewis Bergman (Ron) of Delaware; six grandchildren, Tom, Nicholas, Ian, Sara, Shaina and Gwen; and several aunts, uncles, nephews and cousins. Peggy grew up in

North Carolina, and Leesburg, Virginia. In Leesburg he established his own planning and engineering firm, Marc Weiss and Associates, and was active in his community as President of the Northern Virginia Building Industry Association (NVBIA), President of the local American Cancer Society, President of Bluemont Concert Series and numerous community organizations. He was a member of the American Planning Association (APA), the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and a Certified Economic Development member (CEcD). Marc was Director of Economic Development for Hanover County. Greater than his love for work and community, was Marc’s love for his family. He was married to his wife Joanne Berdall for 31 years and his greatest pride and love was for his children, Jessica and Noah. He was preceded in death by his father, Herbert Weiss and leaves behind his mother, Annette Weiss of Redwood City, Calif.; his brother, Jeffrey Weiss of Corona, Calif.; 5 sisters-in-law, seven nephews and four nieces. Services were held at Congregation Beth Ahabah, Monday, April 18, 2011. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Thomas Palliative Care Fund at MCV.

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Thanks volunteers It is with sincere gratitude that I recognize the tireless efforts of Fresh Air Fund volunteers in Eastern Virginia as the country celebrates National Volunteer Week (April 10-16). Their commitment to helping New York City children is exemplary for all community members and truly

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from East Carolina University in music. She was a percussionist and that takes up a lot of space,” Bluford noted. “She needed a place to keep her stuff. There was an abandoned Presbyterian church in Laurel [in Henrico County] that was being used by a man as a storage building. I asked him if he was willing to sell it.” “He said, ‘I’ll give it to you if you’ll take the building next to it.’ That resulted in my moving both buildings across the Laurel golf course,” he added. Bluford researched the structures. The other building was the former home of the superintendent of the Richmond Industrial School for Boys. The buildings were saved from destruction, restored and are now part of the Laurel Community Historic District. “One thing led to another,” Bluford said. In the 1980s, Bluford led a long and sometimes frustrating quest to preserve the lands around the site of the Historic Polegreen Church, where another Presbyterian pastor, the Rev. Samuel Davies, once preached and launched the battle for the right of Colonial Virginians to worship how they saw fit. Rev. Davies went on to become president of the College of New Jersey (now Princeton

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University), but not before inspiring young Patrick Henry with his ideals of personal and religious freedom. Bluford said he became alarmed that so many historical sites in Hanover County and elsewhere in Virginia were falling under the bulldozer blade of residential and commercial development to be lost forever. He succeeded in obtaining 3.4 acres of land though the Hanover Presbytery. “They said, ‘All right, Bluford, you’ve been interested in this a while. Come here and tell us what to do with it.’ Within a year, I came back with a plan and created the Historic Polegreen Church Foundation,” Bluford said. The original church building had been destroyed by artillery fire at the beginning of the Battle of Cold Harbor in 1864, so the site had additional significance as a Civil War battlefield. An archaeological study helped locate the church foundation and, in 1991, Bluford obtained drawings of the original structure made by a Union soldier. The striking structural sculpture that now stands at Polegreen Church was modeled on those sketches by architect Carlton Abbott. Bluford researched the life of Samuel Davies and wrote the historical novel, “Living on the Borders of Eternity,” which was information, e-mail Lisa Adkins at ldadkins@co.hanover.va.us or call her at 804-365-4302. ----The Hanover County Council on Aging consists of residents appointed by the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. The Council on Aging serves as a consultative and advisory body for the Board and other county boards, commissions, agencies and departments on issues pertaining to the quality of life of Hanover residents aged 50-plus.

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8014 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville • 746-8665 www.bennettfuneralhomes.com Bennett Funeral Home was established in 1897 to serve the needs of Richmond families. Since then, this locally owned and operated business has continued to serve the community with its unique combination of caring and convenience. This tradition of excellence can be seen in four beautiful chapels located throughout the Richmond area: centrally located on Cutshaw Avenue in the city, on Broad Street Road past Innsbrook, on Ashbrook Pkwy. in Chesterfield and serving the Hanover-Mechanicsville area on Lee-Davis Road. All four facilities are under the personal direction of Charles D. Morehead, President. In a time of need, you can turn to Bennett Funeral Home with trust and confidence. It serves families of all faiths with personal service – before, during and after. There is a long tradition of professionalism and caring. One way in which Bennett cares for families is by offering a convenient and personalized pre-need program. Through this program of pre-need planning, you can spare your loved ones the burden of making decisions at an emotional time. Call Bennett Funeral Home at 746-8665 to schedule a preplanning consultation.

Richmond Health System has been named to Working Mother’s second annual list of Best Companies for Hourly Workers. This was the first year the health system applied to this award program. “This honor is incredibly meaningful and speaks so closely to our mission,” Peter J. Bernard, CEO, Bon Secours Virginia Health System, said. “The majority of our employees are hourly workers. They are at the heart of what drives our health system and what makes our exceptional, compassionate care possible. We strive to live up to the value that they deserve, and we are honored to see that our efforts are creating a meaningful work culture.” The only initiative of its kind, Best Companies for Hourly

minimum of 50 percent hourly workers in order to submit their data for this distinction. Bon Secours Richmond employs about 7,000 workers. “Bon Secours’ stalwart comlicense, taken classes in anatmitment to employee growth omy and math, and has been has earned them a coveted spot reunited with his family. on this year’s Best Companies At 50, Leroy Grant is for Hourly Workers list,” Jennifer finally hitting his stride. The Owens, director of the Working patient care tech who had Mother Research Institute, said. trouble finding minimum “By encouraging high-potenwage jobs five years ago is tial employees to apply for now working full-time and on-site nursing and medical going to nursing school. career-training programs, this He was the valedictorian Richmond-based health care of his SAW (School@Work) system pushes hourly workers class, which gave him the to envision — and firmly grasp confidence to take advantage — the next rung on the corpoof the countless opportunirate ladder.” With nearly half the see EMPLOYEES, pg. 26 ` U.S. workforce — 73 million Americans — punching in and cation, flexibility and work-life out as hourly employees every balance. Best Companies for Hourly day, companies like Bon Secours see MAGAZINE, pg. 28 ` Workers honorees must have a

Employees share stories how hospital has changed their lives Ten years ago, Rodrick Darby was alone and in a downward spiral. Today, he works 40 hours a week as a radiologic technologist after graduating from the Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital School of Medical Imaging. He owns his own home and is a getting his bachelor’s degree in clinical radiation sciences at Virginia Commonwealth University. Along the way he has learned to drive again and gotten back his driver’s Workers celebrates businesses working steadfastly to provide family-friendly benefits that promote health/wellness, edu-

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HHS play slated The Hanover High School Theatre Arts Department will bring to life the magic of a 1920s Hollywood soundstage as it presents “Singin’ in the Rain” at 7 p.m. on April 28, 29 and 30 and 2 p.m. on April 30 in the school auditorium at 10307 Chamberlayne Road in Mechanicsville. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door. This production is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). It is based on the MGM film with original choreography by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen.

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ment’s guidelines, you should receive your refund in five to seven days from the processing date. Through online access to the Department of Taxation Information System, the Commissioner’s office also can inquire about the status of your refund and offer assistance in reviewing adjustments or correspondence from the Department of Taxation. “Our staff is well trained and remains current on filing requirements and regulations,” Scott Harris, Commissioner of the Revenue, said. “We will be happy to provide information or assistance on any questions our taxpayers may have.” The Commissioner of Revenue’s office is located in Room 112 of the Wickham Building at the Hanover government complex at Hanover Courthouse. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Filings also may be mailed to the Commissioner of Revenue at P.O. Box 129 Hanover, VA 23069. For more information, call 365-6129 or visit the Commissioner’s website at www.co.hanover.va.us/comrevnu/default.htm.

Hanover DECA recognized Twenty-eight members of Hanover High School’s DECA chapter recently attended and competed in the Virginia DECA Leadership Conference in Norfolk. The weekend of March 4-6 started off with the opening session where Hanover High’s DECA received the Fortune 500 award for its Program of Work Annual Report that detailed the many activities the membership took part in this school year. HHS DECA also received recognition for its participation with Y Street, the youth activist organization and a plaque for reaching Platinum Superstar status for increasing membership this year to more than 170 members, which include student, professional and alumni members. Oliver Lawrence, District 23 president, also was recognized on stage. Saturday included all 28 teams competing

in various marketing and entrepreneurship related events. During the afternoon the entire chapter delegation cheered on Oliver Lawrence, William Overby, Kristen Palmer and Halee Winston as they competed in the DECA Quiz Bowl. The team finished in the Top 4 within the entire state. The evening included the Grand Award Session where the following HHS DECA members received awards: Oliver Lawrence – Top 10 Role Place Finalist – Retail Merchandising Series. Savanna Giannasi and Melanie Watkins – Top 10 Presentation Finalist – Fashion Merchandising Promotion Plan. Halee Winston – Top 10 Exam Finalist – Travel & Tourism Team Decision Making. see DECA, pg. 21 `

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804-746-7737 Shalom Baptist Church will celebrate the last hours of Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; life through a service of remembrance in its Maundy Thursday service on Thursday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. As part of the service, the Chancel Choir will share the cantata, The Living Last Words, which tells the story of Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; crucifixion through music and monologues. This service promises to be a memorable part of Holy Week.

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A Taste of Hanover benefits Hanover Arc & Hanover Community Support Services, two nonprofits that join together to improve the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal is to raise $25,000 for children and adults with disabilities. These funds will improve lives by: H Providing adaptive equipment such as communication devices, wheelchairs, ramps, etc.

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Project Plant It!, a program developed by Dominion to educate children and improve the environment by planting trees on Arbor Day, which is April 29. Deaton’s presentation, which is described as interactive, offers some visuals of the kids acting out the life cycle of a tree

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Curtis Tomlin, left, of Mechanicsville, recently received the prestigious James Madison Public Service Certificate from Dr. Christopher Howard, president of Hampden-Sydney College on behalf of the Wilson Center for Leadership in the Public Interest.

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Hampden-Sydney College senior Curtis Walton Tomlin, left, recently received the prestigious James Madison Public Service Certificate from Dr. Area 48 9251 Holly Tree Ln. Christopher B. Howard, presiThis 3 BR, 2 BA vinyl sided dent of Hampden-Sydney Rancher has vaulted ceiling with College on behalf of the Wilson eat-in kitchen, family room with Area 44 Area 44 Center for Leadership in the FP, laundry closet with washer 6319 Draperfield Rd. 7431 Tangle Ridge Dr. and dryer. Two-car detached Adorable 3 BR vinyl sided Rancher 4 BR, 2½ BA Colonial located Public Interest. The Public with large fully fenced backyard. in cul-de-sac. Eat-in kit, FR, garage is a man’s dream! Vaulted ceiling, eat-in kit., FR and Service Certificates are preformal living and dining room. sunroom with built-in bookcases. $146,900. $223,800. $188,000. sented to seniors who have successfully completed a two-year Area 36 concentration of classes, internArea 36 10131 Cool Hive Pl. ship and research and who are Fabulous 3 BR., 2 BA Towne 9346 Pole Green Rd. seriously considering careers in home in Honey Meadows. Lots of upgrades like granite, Custom built solid brick public service. Area 44 Area 32 hardwood and Cherry cabinets. Curtis, a four-year member Cape Cod with full finished 7084 Sunnyside Dr. 2205 Viking Ln. First floor master with tray Basement! All brick 3 BR Rancher Beautiful backyard garden retreat! of the varsity golf team, is active ceiling, master bath and huge with hdwd. floors, eat-in kit., family This 4 BR, 2½ BA home features basement on 13.8 gorgeous room, sunroom, 2 fireplaces plus formal DR, LR, FR, kitchen, walk-in closet. Don’t miss out. with Ducks Unlimited. He is a second family room in basement. sunroom, rec room and workshop. $249,950 $189,950. $218,950. acres. Crown molding member of the honor society Pi Sigma Alpha (political science) throughout; hardwood and tile and Phi Beta Kappa (academics). Kathy Carmichael, Realtor flooring; vaulted ceiling, Curtis completed an internERA Woody Hogg & Associates Phone (804) 683-0011 sunroom, pantry; ship last summer in the U.S. Fax (804) 559-4585 Area 52 Fulbright Office in Prague in Area 32 – 1211 all freshly painted. Email: 2929 Stanwix Ln. Amesbury Ln. the Czech Republic. He plans Better than new! Everything has been In-Law’s Apartment. Solid Brick 3 kcarmichael@erawoodyhogg.com done in this adorable rancher. Large BR, 2 BA Rancher with full finished Minutes from Rt. 295. www.kcarmichael.com master suite with jetted tub, spa-like Basement. Hardwood floors throughout. to attend law school following shower with multiple jets. Brand new Formal LR, DR, family room. Brand kitchen with hardwood floors, huge new roof, replacement windows, large $715,000. graduation. backyard, paved driveway. lot and detached carport. $174,950. $199,000. A government major, he is a graduate of Atlee High School Some of these properties qualify for 100% financing through VHDA, USDA, VA plus the Grant program... please call for more information. and the son of Danny and Joanie Tomlin of Mechanicsville. REALTOR®

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Down to Earth celebration set

The Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Hanover County Public Schools, will host Down to Earth in Hanover County from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, in celebration of Earth Day 2011. The community-wide event will be held outdoors at Hanover High School at 10307 Chamberlayne Road in Mechanicsville. Families and business owners will learn how to be more environmentally friendly in a cost-effective way. Hands-on activities and fun for all ages will teach green living, learning and playing. Children will enjoy environmentally friendly arts and crafts and get the chance to meet Nutzy, mascot for the Richmond Flying Squirrels, and R3, mascot for the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority. The Goodwill Hunting Fashion Show will showcase this season’s hottest secondhand fashions and families can bring color and imagination to trash collecting at the dumpster painting station. Adults will learn about the latest trends in green living, including a composting demonstration from the Hanover Master Gardeners.

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Personnel OK’d by School Board The Hanover County School Board approved the following personnel actions during its March 8 regular meeting: Appointments — Dorothy Pendleton, school psychologist, Atlee High School. Resignations/retirements — Wade Valentino, associate superintendent for Policy and Administration, Central Services; Dennis Minton, athletic/ activities director, Patrick Henry High School; Tim Billups, coordinator, Human Resources/Recruitment, Central Services; Andrea Clarke, library media specialist, Atlee High School; Christine O’Brien, grade 4, Battlefield Park Elementary School; Susan Papenfuse, kindergarten, Battlefield Park Elementary School; Erin Martin, social studies, Hanover High School; Sheryl Brittingham, social studies, Lee-Davis High School; see ASHLAND, pg. 28 `

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Lee-Davis Talent Show to be held on April 28 Students at Lee-Davis High School are gearing up for the annual Talent Show, scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, in the auditorium. The Pride Club and Athletic Boosters are coming together to raise funds for the school’s athletic department. Junior Shane Rodriguez said, “Participating in the school talent show boosts my confidence. By playing an acoustic song and singing, I hope to give my fellow peers an overall good show.” More than 20 acts, from a karate demonstration from assistant principal Charles Stevens to singing ballots from the school’s upperclassmen, the show has something for everyone. Caitlin Daniel, a senior and co-Pride Club

president, said, “We are very delighted to be in charge of the talent show this year. There are some very talented students that will get the recognition they deserve on this night. It is about more than just raising money.” Tickets for the show will be sold at the door for $5. Tickets can be purchased in advance during the week of April 25 at the front office and during lunches in the Lee-Davis cafeteria for $4. Lee-Davis athletes can purchase tickets for $3 each, in advance only. Information submitted by Christine Rivas, a junior staff writer on the Southerner’s newspaper at Lee-Davis High School.

Earth Day Festival planned at Washington-Henry The community is invited to attend the second annual Earth Day Festival from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 1, at WashingtonHenry Elementary School. The PTA “Go Green” committee has planned fun activi-

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‘Our Lands’ exhibit continues at Montpelier he Montpelier Center for Arts & Education in Montpelier is presenting an exhibition of recent paintings by Virginia artist Brenda Bickerstaff-Stanley entitled “Our Lands.” The exhibition will conclude on Friday, April 25. For gallery hours, visit www.montpeliercenter.org or call 883-7378. “For some, it is our own backyard, for others, the lands of our forefathers, and still others, the lands where life began. No matter where, when we love those lands, they become ‘Our Lands’,” the artist said. Bickerstaff-Stanley paints in both watercolor and acrylics with bright bold colors from her surroundings. A resident of Rockville, she said she has the time and peace

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360 Coin Laundry & Cleaners 7040 Mechanicsville Tpke

301 BP 9159 Chamaberlayne Road

Han Co Admin Bldg 7516 County Complex Road

BB & T - Lee Davis 7016 Mechanicsville Tpke

Atlee Branch Library 9161 Atlee Road

Hanover Co Sheriff’s Office 7522 County Complex Road

BB & T - Mech 8074 Mechanicsville Tpke

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Houndstooth Restaurant 13271 Hanover Courthouse Rd

Covenant Woods 7090 Covenant Woods Dr.

Hogg Professional Building 9137 Chamberlayne Road

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Colonial Pharmacy 7510 Mechanicsville Tpke.

La Bella Hair Design 9369 Atlee Road, Ste 3105

Wickham Bldg 7515 County Complex Road

EVB Bank (Mechanicsville) 8123 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Nacho Mamas 7610 Left Flank Road

EVB Bank (Old Church) 4241 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Owens and Minor 9120 Lockwood Blvd

Hanover Cleaners 8092 Mechanicsville Tpke.

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

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Church, located at the corner visit www.immanueloc.org or of Atlee and Signal Hill Rd. For call 779-3454. more information please call 746-5496. Friday, April 22 Historic Immanuel Episcopal New Highland Baptist Church in Old Church announcChurch will have a Maundy es special Holy Week services Thursday Service at 6:30 p.m. and welcomes everyone to parThe event is located at 9200 New ticipate. Services will be held Ashcake Road, Mechanicsville in the landmark 1853 church 550-9601. www.newhighland- building. Good Friday Liturgy baptist.org. at 12 noon. Way of the Cross at 7 p.m. Immanuel is located Come, Worship with St. Paul at 3263 Old Church Rd., in Lutheran Church, 8100 Shady eastern Hanover County. From Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Mechanicsville, go east on 360 Maunday Thursday Worship and turn right on 606 (Old Service begins at 7 p.m. Rev. Church Road) at West Store. Rodney Bitely, Pastor. For more Immanuel Church will be about information please call 427- 1.5 miles on the right. For more 7500 or visit www.saintpaul- information, visit www.immanlcms.com. ueloc.org or call 779-3454.

Tryouts for Mechanicsville United travel soccer teams will be held at 6 p.m. at Pole Green Park. Meet at the concession building. For more information about the program, call Manny at 647-6557 and register to tryout via email to manny@ The Arthritis Foundation mechanicsvilleunitedsoccer. is offering a six-week Tai Chi com. class at Covenant Woods in Hanover Humane Mechanicsville. The class meets Society will hold a veteri- on Thursday mornings from nary Wellness Clinic at its 10:30-11:30 a.m., April 21-May facility at 12190 Washington 26. This program uses easy to Highway in Ashland. The learn, gentle movements that clinic provides routine vac- improve physical strength, flexcines, heartworm testing, ibility, balance, and well-being. and other preventive servic- The fun and interactive classes es. The clinic does not treat are suitable for every fitness sick or injured animals. The level. Cost is $48. Registration clinic begins at 4 p.m. and is required due to limited class concludes at 5:45 p.m. No size. Contact Covenant Woods appointments. Please visit Fitness to register at 569-8043. www.hanoverhumanesociHistoric Immanuel Episcopal ety.org for more informaChurch in Old Church announces tion. special Holy Week services and welcomes everyone to particiThursday, April 21 pate. Services will be held in the Come celebrate Passover landmark 1853 church buildwith Dukes Chapel Church at 7 ing. Maundy Thursday service p.m. One mile west of Ashland with Holy Eucharist and foot Berry Farm. Call 883-5792 washing at 7 p.m. Immanuel for more information. Duckes is located at 3263 Old Church Chapel is a non-denominationRd., in eastern Hanover al Church. All are welcome. County. From Mechanicsville, go east on 360 and turn right Come share in the rememon 606 (Old Church Road) at brance of Jesus’ Last Supper on West Store. Immanuel Church Maundy Thursday at 7 p.m. will be about 1.5 miles on the Mechanicsville Presbyterian right. For more information,

Come, Worship with St. Paul Lutheran Church, 8100 Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Good Friday Worship Service begins at 7 p.m. Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor. For more information please call 427-7500 or visit www.saintpaul-lcms.com.

Saturday, April 23 Hanover Nazarene will hold “The Cross” at 4 p.m. and at 9 and 11 a.m. on Sunday, April 24. Celebrate the grace love and freedom found at the place of level ground. Free admission. Nursery and toddler care provided for each performance. Hanover Nazarene is located at 8391 Atlee Rd. There will be a celebration of Earth Day “Down to Earth in Hanover County” from 10-3 p.m. at Hanover High School, 10307 Chamberlayne Rd. There will be a Goodwill Hunting Fashion Show; Dumpster painting, demonstrations from Hanover Master Gardeners and it’s all free. For a complete schedule of events see CALENDAR, pg. 33 `

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please visit www.habcc.com or call 798-8130. Famers Insurance Group will have a grand opening from 11-2 p.m. at 9157 Atlee Rd., Suite A. Stop by for a free lunch. Enter a drawing for a chance to win a door prize. For questions please call 427-5233. Mechanicsville CMN Craft Festival, 9-3 p.m. at Food Lion #337 7095 Mech. Pike. 20+ vendors. Silent Auction, DJ, Smoked BBQ, Yard Sale. Hanover Humane Society will attend an event at Best Buy at Virginia Center Commons from noon until 4 p.m. Volunteers will be in attendance with adoptable animals, retail merchandise, raffle items, etc. For additional information,

please email at info@hanover- Center, A 501(c)(3) organiza- old from 10-12 p.m. at Slash tion to benefit young adults Christian Church on Mt humanesociety.org. over 18 with developmental dis- Herman Rd. HistoricImmanuelEpiscopal abilities. Rain or Shine - Indoor Community Easter Egg Church in Old Church Location. Hunt from 10-11 a.m. For ages announces special Holy Week Clay Springs Ruritan Club birth-5th grade with a parent, services and welcomes everyone to participate. Services will will hold an Easter Egg Hunt rain or shine. Mechanicsville be held in the landmark 1853 for children ages 1-12 years see CALENDAR, pg. 34 ` church building. Holy Saturday service at 12 p.m. Easter Vigil FENCING - The Fastest Olympic Sport with Holy Eucharist at 7 p.m. FENCING teaches Immanuel is located at 3263 Old coordination, focus Church Rd., in eastern Hanover and sportsmanship. County. From Mechanicsville, Come and fence for fun go east on 360 and turn right or train to compete. on 606 (Old Church Road) at Fencing is fast, fun, West Store. Immanuel Church safe, and girls excel as fast as boys. will be about 1.5 miles on the right. For more information, Classes are taught by Nationally Ranked Coaches and equipment is provided. We visit www.immanueloc.org or oﬀer weekly classes for kids and adults of all call 779-3454. levels. Try the most unique sport around. Yardsale for charity from 8-2 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church (Fellowship Hall), 8154 Atlee Rd. Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Multi-Family Yard Sale to benefit the Skills Development

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Master’s House, 303A Ashcake Road (Hanover Business Continued from pg. 33 b Center), Ashland, VA 23005. This service will be held in liu of Church of Christ, 8067 Atlee the regular 10 a.m. service. For Rd. For information call 746- information, call 368-7592. 5765 or visit www.mccforchrist. org. Historic Immanuel Episcopal Church in Old Church announces special Holy Week services and Sunday, April 24 Black Creek Baptist Church welcomes everyone to particiwill have Sunrise Service 6:30 pate. Services will be held in the a. m. at Sweet’s Pond 5463 landmark 1853 church buildMcClellan Road Mech. Va. ing. Easter Sunday service with 23111. For more information Holy Eucharist at 9 and 11 a.m. Immanuel is located at 3263 Old please call 781-0330. Church Rd., in eastern Hanover Come, Worship with St. Paul County. From Mechanicsville, Lutheran Church, 8100 Shady go east on 360 and turn right Grove Road, Mechanicsville. on 606 (Old Church Road) at Easter Sunrise Worship Service West Store. Immanuel Church begins at 7 a.m. and Easter will be about 1.5 miles on the Celebration Worship begins at right. For more information, 10:30 a.m. For more informa- visit www.immanueloc.org or tion please call 427-7500 or visit call 779-3454. www.saintpaul-lcms.com. Crossroad Riders CMA Providence Baptist Church Chapter #934 will have an Easter located at 4570 Dorrell Rd Sunrise Service and Blessing of invites you to worship on Easter the Bikes and Riders in front of Sunday at 7 a.m. Pastor White Officemax, 7266 Mechanicsville will preach, the Sanctuary choir Turnpike, at 7 a.m. under the direction of Eugene Join Mechanicsville Cordew will sing. Breakfast will follow. For more information Presbyterian Church for the celebration of the resurcall 769-2951. rection of our Lord; worship Easter Sunrise Service and at 9 a.m. (contemporary) and Pancake Breakfast, 7 a.m., free 11 a.m. (traditional). Covered to the public. Live Music and dish breakfast at 10 a.m. comCelebration on the lawn of The plete with a children’s Easter

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The Newcomers Club of Richmond (for women new to the area) will hold their monthly luncheon at 11 a.m. at Ginter Bot. Gardens. Includes social hour, business meeting, lunch and program. Cost is $23. Attorney Kelly Hall will bring us up-to-date on the many changes to medical directives. Reservations are required by Tuesday, April 26 The Mechanicsville TEA April 20. Call Brenda, 754Party will present a video entitled 0460. “Keys to Good Government” by David Barton/WallBuilders at 7 Thursday, April 28 p.m. In recent years American The Federal Reserve Bank government has been plagued of Richmond Retirement with scandals and corrupt pub- Club presents an exciting fun lic officials yet for almost two filled mystery trip. For more centuries American govern- information please call 379ment had been characterized as 6500. sound and morally untainted. Join us and find out what caused Providence Baptist Church the change? Open to the public, announces 140th Church this free event will be held in the Anniversary Celebration meeting room of the Eastern starting Thursday, April 28 Hanover Volunteer Fire Station at 7:30 p.m. Rev. Robert D. #3 at 4428 Mechanicsville Brown at St. Paul; Friday, Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA April 29 at 7:30 p.m. Rev. 23111. For more information, Dr. Ed. Shepard at Beulah; visit us on Facebook or call 241- Saturday, April 30 at 5 p.m. 8614. Rev. Dr. Wilbert Talley (Banquet); Sunday, May 1 at The Pamunkey Regional 10 a.m. Church School and Library Board of Trustees will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Atlee see CALENDAR, pg. 38 `

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