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Bon Secours Virginia named great workplace Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Bon Secours Virginia has received the 2011 Gallup Great Workplace Award for having one of the most productive and engaged workforces in the world.

Only 29 organizations worldwide earned the Gallup honor and Bon Secours Virginia, with local health systems Bon Secours Richmond and Bon Secours Hampton Roads, is the only Virginia-based organization on the prestigious, annual list.

The Gallup Great Workplace Award is based on the most rigorous workplace research ever conducted. A panel of workplace experts evaluated the award-winning organizations.

Gallup Great Workplace Award winners span the globe and represent all facets of business from health care to hospitality, retail to manufacturing, see WORKPLACE, pg. 4 ` Photo submitted by Maggie Jackson

New ‘Y’ asks: What’s in a name?

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A new Y — as in YMCA — is coming to the Rutland area of Mechanicsville and residents are invited to help name it.

The polls are open now and will close at midnight on Friday, May 6.

Vote for a name that’s already been submitted or submit one of your own at www.ymcarichmond.org/name.

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submit the final name selected to win a one year YMCA of Greater Richmond Metro Membership.

The YMCA of Greater Richmond Board of Directors About this Y will announce the selected name in late May. “New Y’s are established as Current name suggestions a response to community needs include: and requests, ” Barry Taylor, m Cool Spring Family president and CEO of the YMCA see ‘Y’, pg. 5 ` m Atlee Station Family

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L-DHS yearbook wins silver crown

By Maggie Jackson Special to The Local Nine Lee-Davis High School journalism students recently were honored by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association with the Yearbook Silver Crown Award for The Confederate.

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In addition to accepting the award, the students attended journalism classes.

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tions nationwide, the LeeDavis Yearbook was chosen as one of only 20 Yearbook Silver Crown Award winners.

Publications were judged based on writing/editing, design, content, concept, photography, art and graphics.

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Dr. Amy Woodward, principal of Mechanicsville Elementary School, has received the REB Award for Distinguished Educational Leadership.

The award was established to recognize area principals who go beyond the day-to-day required in their position to create an exceptional education environment.

Qualities exhibited include: / Manage effectively to promote excellence in education; / Demonstrate leadership and exemplify commitment; / Inspire students and be an advocate for

their school and faculty; / Encourage team spirit; foster cooperation between the school and the community; / Maintain dialogue with students, parents, faculty and staff; and / Be a principal within their school for a minimum of three years.

Woodward was nominated by the school community. As an award recipient, she will receive a cash award of $7,500 and an additional $7,500 for school projects.

Information submitted by Linda M. Scarborough, Hanover County Public Schools communications specialist.

Sheriff ’s Office joins in drug take back event On Saturday, April 30, the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, along with other Richmond localities, will be assisting the Richmond District

Office of the Drug Enforcement Administration with the 2nd Nationwide Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative.

The local event will be

held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Transfer Station at 7427 Verdi Lane in Mechanicsville. see DRUG, pg. 8 `

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Honor Flight taking WWII vets to D.C. Honor Flight, a nationwide program, takes World War II veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit the National World War II Memorial.

These trips are free of charge for WWII veterans and are a way to say thank you to that generation.

“Many of these veterans don’t feel they did anything special, they were just doing their job, but we at Honor Flight feel they are very special,” Dana Rivera said. “This day is a chance for these veterans to see the memorial dedicated to them before they die. These veterans are in their mid to late 80s.”

According to Rivera, WWII veterans are passing away at an average of 1,100 a day.

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Triangle Virginia, HFHTVA, of the guards at the Tomb of the formed in 2008, is planning its Unknown Soldier, a visit to the fifth bus trip on Saturday, April Iwo Jima Memorial, the WWII 30.

Memorial, and the Korean War The Honor Flight Network Memorial. formed in On the trip 2005 and back home, the “Many of these has transveterans stop veterans don’t feel at the National ported more than 63,000 Museum of the they did anything WWII vetspecial, they were Marine Corps erans to the just doing their job, at Quantico national for dinner. but we at Honor memorial Each vetFlight feel they are eran is paired that honors very special.” the 16 milwith a guardlion people DANA RIVERA ian, a volwho served Honor Flight unteer that in the United stands in as a States Armed caregiver and Forces during WWII. ensures a safe, memorable and The day begins with a depar- rewarding experience. ture ceremony and includes “For the guardians,” Rivera stops at the Arlington National added, “it is a talking history Cemetery, to see the changing lesson. This is a chance to hear

When class was dismissed, the group visited major NYC landmarks, including Continued from pg. 1 b Ground Zero, Battery Park, Broadway, classes, including editing, photoshop, lead- Times Square, Penn Station, Central Park ership, InDesign, publication law and staff and 5th Avenue. Of their accomplishments, the nine, their fellow 2010 Confederate staff motivation.

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WORKPLACE Continued from pg. 1 b

and banks to insurance.

“Bon Secours Virginia is honored to be considered among the world’s elite businesses,” Peter J. Bernard, CEO of Bon Secours Virginia, said. “We want our employees, our physicians, our patients and community leaders across Virginia to realize that this accomplishment reflects the outstanding commitment to quality care Bon Secours has for its patients and communities.”

The Gallup Great Workplace Award will be presented May 10-12 during the Gallup Spring Summit in Omaha, Neb. During the Summit, Great Workplace Award winners

will present their best workplace practices and will share the business results they have achieved through building an engaged workforce.

“The winners of this award have established a new global standard for engaging people,” Tom Rath, who leads Gallup’s Workplace and Leadership Consulting practice, said.

“When compared to the millions of workgroups we have studied around the world, the awardees have worked tirelessly to create an environment that values people. They go far beyond trivial perks to ensure that each employee has an emotional connection to the company’s mission and growth.”

Michael K, Kerner, CEO, Bon Secours Hampton Roads

directly from someone that participated in the war.”

Sixty veterans from the Richmond area are leaving at 8 a.m. Saturday from VFW Post 9808 at 7168 Flag Lane in Mechanicsville.

There also are buses leaving from Virginia Beach and Williamsburg the same day.

Rivera said, “They will join up and become a total of 110 veterans making this trip with HFHTVA.” The public is invited to come out Saturday morning with their flags to help send off their veterans and salute them.

From the VFW Post, the buses will take Bell Creek Road to Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. 360) to Interstate 295.

For more information on Honor Flight, send an e-mail to www.HonorFlightHTVA.org or call 1-877-424-VETS (8387).

members and the rest of the school shared the pride of their successes.

“I was really surprised that our yearbook, ‘Simplify,’ got an award,” Muse, a junior, said.

“It just proved all the stress and extracurricular time that was devoted to it paid off.”

Health System, said, “Our mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate care, and we have found that this is best accomplished through engaged employees. It is our goal to create a positive workplace that values our employees, so they can then create a positive patient experience.”

Judges named Bon Secours Richmond, the Richmond-based portion of the Bon Secours Virginia Health System, a Gallup Great Workplace Award winner in 2010. It was the first year the Richmond health system had applied for the award.

In 2011, Bon Secours Virginia applied as an integrated health system for the first time, winning the Great Workplace Award for its combined health system.

“Worldwide, there are more

than two actively disengaged employees for every engaged employee. The organizations we are honoring are ones that have worked hard to shatter and reverse what is typical and they average nine engaged employees for every actively disengaged employee,” Jim Harter, Ph.D., Gallup’s chief scientist of workplace management and wellbeing and co-author of Wellbeing: The Five Essential Elements, said. “Engaged employees are more productive, safer, more customer-centric and more profitable. They are also 3.5 times more likely to be thriving in their overall lives, experience better days and have fewer unhealthy days. In short, these winners are improving lives as they improve the overall performance of their companies.”

‘Y’ Continued from pg. 1 b

YMCA of Greater Richmond, said. “This area of Hanover County is one of the fastest growing in our region. Over the past few years, we have seen a marked increase in the requests for a Y here.�

The YMCA of Greater Richmond’s 16th branch will open in November.

The all-new 10,295-squarefoot facility will offer programs for families and individuals of all ages.

Comfortable, accessible locker rooms, a group exercise studio and wellness area fea-

turing state-of-the-art fitness equipment will allow members to pursue healthy lifestyles.

A playful child-watch area will ensure young members have a safe and fun environment to play and make neighborhood friends.

Multi-purpose space will make intergenerational programs available and provide the community’s residents with an area to gather for events and activities. “When this branch opens, the first programs offered will be those most requested by the community,� Blake Carleton, the Y’s vice president of Membership and Programs,

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Taking advantage of the moment The gesture was simple, sincere and spontaneous. The man in the camouflage military garb was the last to enter the elevator. And, while not known to be shy or introverted, as a rule, I try to think before I speak (that’s a story for another day).

Anyway, the encounter took place at a local hospital. The soldier entered the elevator last, carrying a “Get Well Soon” balloon and other items of cheer commonly seen throughout medical facilities.

It was just one of those moments. When we made eye contact, I immediately said, “I’m sorry for the circumstances that brought you here,” referring to a hospital visit and then pointed toward his military type attire, “but thank you for what you do.” He seemed startled and humbled by the acknowledgement. That was the extent of the conversation. When we exited, I saw him approach the Information Desk, no doubt for directions.

I told my mother the other day that it was just one of those moments that was so spontaneous. I don’t know how many times I’ve been in similar situations with those who serve our country and remained silent.

For some reason, two strangers were brought together that day in a confined space and an opportunity we should all take advantage of presented itself. While saddened by the purpose that brought me to the hospital, I felt good about taking advantage of the moment.

And I’ve decided it’s a comment I intend to make more often. I think it’s a recognition we should all learn to live by. The men and women who serve our country deserve our thanks every day.

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| Reader Views Hanover County believe they are informed and feel good about the role they are playing in civil government.

I recently attended a program called “The role of Pastors I’m either misreading the letter from April 6, 2011, ediand Christians in Civil Government.” There were close to tion titled “Eliminating excessive debts,” or it contains a 100 Teavangelicals, one evangelical missionary and 0 pascrucial math error. tors.

Walt Fitzhugh imagines giving a $1 million check to all One of the organizers stated, “What a shame, close to 50 310 million American citizens, and then claims this would see LETTERS, pg. 8 ` be $53 million less than the $363 million 2010 Planned Parenthood budget.

A $1 million check to 310M people would cost $310 trillion (with a “t”), which would fund Planned Parenthood for roughly 1 million years, or the entire federal government at The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your current spending levels for around 100. address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to Adam Rabung edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be Mechanicsville

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+ The filing deadline for candidates in the Aug. 23 primary election is June 7. + The public hearing on Hanover County’s redistricting plan is scheduled for 7 p.m. next Wednesday.

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The Historic Polegreen Church Foundation is dealing with the effects of the recent storm, but, according to executive director Chris Peace, is moving swiftly to repair its welcome kiosk from the heavy falling of a red oak on site. “We welcome any community financial support at http://www.historicpolegreen.org/give/,” he said.

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.

The show will feature more than 20 acts, from a karate demonstration from assistant principal Charles Stevens to singing ballots from the school’s upperclassmene.

Tickets for the show will be sold at the door for $5. Tickets can be purchased in advance this week 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.

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pastors where invited, most by flier but some directly and zero felt it necessary to show for this type of educational program.”

He also stated a number pastors expressed how dire the situation is in America and how important these type programs are; however, even these pastors did not feel this “dire situation in America” was urgent enough to participate.

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The purpose of this initiative is to provide an opportunity for citizens to surrender their expired, unwanted and/or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances.

Unused prescription drugs can pose a significant threat to

So, one would have to surmise by the pastors (lack of) action that they must be comfortable with the role they are playing in our civil government.

Even though the vast majority of their congregations are disturbed by the fact that there is no prayer in the schools, our school’s history books rarely if ever mention the Founding Fathers’ strong Christianity, very few if any Bibles in the public school libraries, divorce rates over 50 percent, homo-

sexuality and pornography running rampant, Islam being taught in World History classes, a country with more than $14 trillion in debt, taxpayers forced to pay for abortion, unemployment rates over 10 percent, and wars and poverty everywhere.

After the initial sadness of the lack of urgency displayed by our local pastors wore off, we were treated with a program that touched most everyone.

The positive energy was electric. It included a passionate

plea for God to save our nation and our churches by an evangelical missionary. A plea for pastors to please get involved by a former Richmond City Council woman. A very educational and informative video by the esteemed historian and lecturer David Barton. Prayers for all those locked into poverty, war, famine, debt, etc. And there was even prayer for our local pastors that are “locked” inside the four walls of their church, “doing the Lord’s good

work” (even though America is burning down on the outside of those four walls).

God Bless us. This country is in bad shape! And very few seem to care!

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Today, the nation’s fastest growing drug problem is the abuse of prescription drugs.

This has led to substantial increases in the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses in our communities.

Studies show that the ease of obtaining these drugs from family and friends, as well as from the medicine cabinet at home, has led to these alarming increases.

Also, many citizens do not properly dispose of these medications and often flush them down the toilet or simply throw them away in the trash.

The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office encourages all citizens of Hanover County to take advantage of this opportunity to help make our homes, communities and environment safe from abused and improperly disposed of prescription drugs.

Citizen identities will be kept anonymous.

Please keep in mind that: 3 Prescription and over the counter solid dosage medications, for example, tablets and capsules will be accepted.

3 Intravenous solutions, injectables and needles will not be accepted.

3 Illicit substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine are not a part of this

Defending conservatives I see Steve Sneed has gone off on another angry diatribe,

beating up on conservatives and Christians again.

I am a conservative and I believe in God, therefore I have something to base my ideology on because a religion has moral principles upon which one can anchor their life. Atheism, on the other hand, has nothing to support any moral or physical belief.

Conservative principles always work every time they are tried. They are what built see LETTERS, pg. 13 `

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CMS Archery Club heading to nationals Middle schoolers to compete in Louisville next month tudents from the Chickahominy Middle School Archery Club Team participated in the 2011 Virginia National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) state competition during February at Meadow Farm.

In the elementary competition (grades 4-6), the Chickahominy Middle’s 6th grade team of 24 students won the state title by scoring 2978 points.

Team participants were: Jessica Brander, Meaghan Comer, Riley Craft, Ryan Daniel, Rylee Evans, Trent Foster, Trey Freeman, Casey Hall, Alex Jones, David Keys, Jonathan Lushbaugh, Jordan Maas, Greg Meisoll, Clay Naff, Jacob Noble, Gabrielle Ott, Claire Reagan, Tyler Rigsby, Gabrielle Ringer, Kyle Robey, William Schroader, Cameron Sims, Zach Taylor and Austin Zicafoose.

The individual standings leader at the elementary level was Trey Freeman, scoring 278 out of 300 possible points.

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At the Middle School level, (grades 7 and 8), Chickahominy Middle School’s Club team won the event with a score of 3134 team points.

Team participants were: Cody Bright, Kenny Campbell, Seth Copple, Josh Edwards, Danielle Foley, Allison Greenday, Justin Hall, Gabrielle Hodges, Abby Hughes, Hailey Humphreys, Ethan Letourneau, Holden Maldoven, Wade Markel, Mike Martin, Joshua Ott, Camden Philpy, Logan rickenbach, Robbie Scaplehorn, Sarah Scaplehorn, Isabelle Slaughter, Laken Throckmorton, Andrew Tilton, Kat Vivaldi and Bryce Yacobi.

The individual standings leaders at the middle school level were Danielle Foley with 280 points for the girls and Justin Hall’s 274 led the boy’s individual scores.

Danielle Foley’s 280 was a tie for the highest score in the entire competition and she had the most 10’s (Bulls eyes) in the competition with 15.

The team will compete on May 13 at the 2011 National Competition in Louisville, Ky. Information submitted by Linda M. Scarborough, Hanover County Public Schools communications specialist.

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Bertelle and Mary Elizabeth Bailey Bass. David is survived by his wife, Peggy Watkins Bass; sisters, Betty B. Goode and Joy B. (Walter) Mitterer; two brothers, Robert Carroll his aunt, Marguerite Benand Leon (Janice) Anderson; dall; his children, Barbara B. (Buddy) Blankenship, Leanne one daughter, one son, two B. Follis, John D. (Valerie) grandsons, a host of other Bass, Eric K. Bass and Sheri relatives and friends. He rests at the Henry W. Dabney (Lewis) Daniel; his stepchilFuneral Home, 518 N. Wash- dren, G. Neal (Kim) Whitlow, Eric W. (Janet) Whitlow, ington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005, where funeral services Scott F. Whitlow, Tracy R. were held Tuesday, April 26, (Danielle) Whitlow, Evelyn 2011. Graveside services were V. Whitlow, Keith H. (Jennie) Whitlow and Deborah held in Roselawn Memory W. (Jonathan) Lumpkin; his Gardens, Glen Allen, Va. grandchildren, Stephanie (Jerry) Blankenship-Stauffer, A. Scott Barnett, 93, of Jonathan Blankenship, Katie Ashland, passed away on April 16, 2011. He is survived Follis, John Tyler Ripley Bass, Holden Bass, Austin Bass, by his wife of 70 years, Katherine Barnett. He is also Megan Daniel, Ashley Whitsurvived by his son, William low, Shane Whitlow, Jason Whitlow, Thomas Whitlow, S. “Bill” Barnett (Carolyn); Tyler Whitlow, Kristin Whitand a daughter, Bette Bois low, Brett Whitlow, Taylor (Stan); two sisters, Jean Whitlow and Rebecca WhitAlexander and Ruth Finke; low; his two great-grandchilfour grandchildren and six dren, Ashlee Blankenship and great-grandchildren.

Jerry Stauffer III. He is also survived by a large extended David Eugene Bass, 76, family of nieces, nephews and of Mechanicsville, passed away cousins. The family received unexpectedly into the arms friends on Monday, April 25, of his Lord on April 22, 2011. 2011 and Tuesday, April 26, Born on Sept. 14, 1934 in 2011 at the West Chapel of rural Chesterfield County, he Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 was an uncomplicated man W. Broad St. A funeral service who clung to the simplicity of will be conducted Wednesday, his roots. A 1956 graduate of April 27, 11 a.m. at Christ VPI, he was a member of the United Methodist Church, Army ROTC leaving school 6818 W. Grace St., Richmond, with a rank of Lieutenant. He Va. Graveside services to folserved active duty at Ft. Sill, low in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Okla., and several years of In lieu of flowers, contribuReserve duty in Richmond. tions may be made to the His college degree led to a American Heart Association , long career as an independent Christ UMC Building Fund or accountant, with a varied a charity of your choice. and numerous list of clients.

He loved God, cherished his family and valued his church Carol Jo Brooks, (Daugherty), 63, beloved wife of Leon family, and the many friends Brooks of 127 Sproul Lane, he had. He was preceded in Staunton, went to be with death by his parents, Robert

her Lord on Monday, April 18, 2011 at her residence. She was born April 3, 1948 in Augusta County, a daughter of Vallie (Woods) Daugherty of Staunton and the late Merlin James Daugherty. Mrs. Brooks was a homemaker.

She was a life-long member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Chancel and Celebration Choir. She was the Financial Secretary of the Church and also a member of Church Council and the Finance Committee. Carol was the Church coordinator for the “Women of Faith” Conference. She enjoyed her crafts and especially spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and mother, family members include; a daughter and sonin-law, Wendy and Rick Hale of Mechanicsville; a son and daughter-in-law, Christopher B. and Alicia Brown of Staunton; two step-sons, Mark Brooks and Keith Brooks , both of Stuarts Draft; a brother, Merlin James “Jimmy” Daugherty of Iowa; a sister and brother-in-law, Rebecca “Becki” and Milton Driver of Staunton; seven grandchildren, Stephen, Bethany, Rebekah, and Matthew Hale, all of Mechanicsville, Nicholas and Brooke Brown of Staunton, and Austin Brooks, of Florida; and two nephews, Peter and Paige Driver, and Cameron and Katherine Driver; a great niece, Reagan Driver; and many beloved friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Eric Matthew Brown. A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011 in St. Paul’s United Methodist Church by the Revs Barbara Sawyer and Jeff Allen. Burial will follow in Oak Lawn Mausoleum and Memory Gardens.

Active pallbearers will be John Dillon, Wayne Anderson, Jim Taylor, Bill Campbell, Junior Scott, Clarence Forsyth, Dave Beatty, and Todd Michael.

Honorary pallbearers will be her Grandchildren and JoAnn Conner, Shirley Eagle, Patsy Dillon, and Peggy Cox. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. today, Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at St. Paul’s Church. Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family at www.henryfuneralhome.net.

Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, c/o Mortgage Fund, 2000 Shutterlee Mill Road, Staunton, Virginia 24401 or Relay for Life of Augusta County.

Robert M. Brunson Sr. “Bobby”, of Hanover, president and founder of Brunson’s Funeral Chapel, exchanged time for eternity Wednesday, April 20, 2011. Cherishing his memory are his devoted wife, Yvonne M. Brunson; six children, Talitha Brunson-Bell, Robert Brunson Jr. (Elicia), Terrance Brunson (Mildred), Michael Coleman (Pia), Anthony Coleman (Sherry) and Caren L. Cheatham; 10 grandchildren, a host of other relatives; a devoted cousin, Lillie Mae Wallace; friends, the staff of the Brunson’s Funeral Chapel and the Richmond community.

Viewing was held Friday, April 22, 2011 in the Crystal Chapel of Brunson’s Funeral Chapel, 1st and Federal Streets. The family received friends at the Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 913 N. 1st St. A celebration of life was held Saturday, April 23, 2011 at the Oakwood Cemetery.

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Professional services entrusted to Brunson’s Funeral Chapel. see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 `

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Ruth E. Campbell, 82, of Glen Allen, passed away April 21, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd W. Campbell. She is survived by her daughter, Pat Kaufman and her husband, Bob, also of Glen Allen; three grandsons, Nicholas Fazio and his wife, Lori, Kyle Kaufman and David Kaufman; a brother, Reverend Glenn Elliott; also numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Campbell was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church.

The family received friends Sunday, April 24, 2011 at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Road. A funeral service was held Monday, April 25, 2011 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2315 N. Parham Road, Richmond, Va. 23229, where the family requests contributions to be sent in

lieu of flowers. Interment Greenwood Memorial Gardens. Online condolences at woodyfuneralhomeparham. com.

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Nellie Mae Bishop and her Dooley III, Christopher and husband, Dr. Charles Butler Brooke Cole, all of Ashland, Freeman. She was employed Va.; and seven sisters. A in the payroll department of memorial service was held Standard Oil Company for Wednesday, April 20, 2011 18 years in Richmond, Va. at the Ashland Presbyterian She then spent many years Church in Ashland, Va. In restoring “Rock Springs,� her lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations authentic revolutionary warmay be made to the Ashland era home. She was devoted to her family and her many Presbyterian Church Choir, special friends. She is sur401 Virginia Ave., Ashland, vived by her nieces, Brenda Va. 23005. Reese Funeral Bishop Balchin and her Home, Austinville, Va., is in husband, Mike Balchin, of charge of arrangements.

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Ninety Six, S.C., and Alton B. Homegoing services were Jones III of Tallapoosa, Ga.; held Monday, April 25, 2011 great-great nieces, Courtney at Mt. Zion Baptist Church M. Balchin and Victoria Gail 3909 Holly Grove Rd., BumBalchin-Brown of Ninety Six pass, Va. Rev. Dr. Marion , S.C. The family received Tapscott officiated. Graveside friends April 20, 2011 at services were held at Rosethe Nelsen Funeral Home lawn Memory Gardens. www. and Crematory, 412 South owensfuneralservices.com.

Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005. A funeral service James S. Latney II, “Jimwas held Thursday, April 21, my”, 67, of Ashland, departed 2011 at St. Paul’s Episcopal this life April 22, 2011. Remains Church, 8050 Saint Paul’s rest at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Church Road, Hanover, Va. Home, Ashland. Funeral notice 23069. Graveside services later. fedabneyfuneralhome. were held at Hollywood com.

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Mill Road, Richmond, Va., officiated by Capt. (Ret.) USNR Carroll Londoner. Visitation followed. Cremation with inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Boys State/Girls State, in c/o Westhampton Post 84, The American Legion, P.O. Box 70820, Richmond, Va. 23255.

Betty D. Peace, 73, of Mechanicsville, died Sunday, April 17, 2011. She is survived by her husband, Hugh Peace; her son, Wesley Peace; daughter-in-law, Terry Grammer Peace, D.V.M.; her sister, Jane Frank; her brother, Roy E. Dillon; numerous nieces and nephews, all of Mechanicsville.

The family received friends Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 9271 Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at Black Creek Baptist Church.

Graveside services followed in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

ney Funeral Home, Ashland.

Homegoing services were held Thursday, April 21, 2011 at the funeral home chapel.

Minister Tonia Buruss officiated. Graveside services were private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society in her name.

Online condolences can be made at fedabneyfuneralhome.com.

Dorothy Phillips Swanner, died April 15,

2011 at her home in Glen Allen. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, James E. Swanner, who died in 2009. She was born in Washington, D.C., to Milton L. Phillips Sr. and Emma Schaffer Phillips; and was the younger sister of Milton L. Phillips Jr., all of whom are deceased. Dorothy grew up in Washington and graduated from Eastern High School. She studied business and became an executive secretary with the District Title Co. She married shortly after WW II and became a full-time homemaker. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Joan S. Branch (Bill); three grandchildren, Eric (Christina), Krista Pope (Rudy), Phillip (Brenda); and six great-grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, gardening and decorating until the Mabel V. Smith, 81, of last days of her life. “Dot” Glen Allen, went home to be loved her family, her friends with Lord April 14, 2011. and her church. She enjoyed She was predeceased by her meeting new people and husband, Peyton Smith; and brother, Daniel Jackson. Ms. keeping in touch with old friends. In lieu of flowers, Smith retired from Tyson Foods, formerly Holly Farms. the family suggests donations be made in her memory to Left to cherish her memory Kenwood United Methodare her daughter, Nancy B. ist Church, 11208 Elmont Lugo; sisters, Erma Smith and Hazel Morris; five grand- Rd., Ashland, Va. 23005, the Chesapeake Bay Foundachildren, Dytwand, Aleasea (Sade), Extasis Bouton, Diane tion, or the Smile Train. A Jackson and Cleveland Hunt memorial service was held at Kenwood Church on SaturJr.; one great-grandchild, day, April 23, 2011.

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this country, from its founding till the beginning of the 20th century, that is when the progressives started to take over and it has been downhill ever since. We have not had a free market since Woodrow Wilson was president.

On your rant about abortions, Mr. Sneed, what about personal responsibility? Do you think that if that were taught by parents that the need for an abortion would be nil?

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Do you think that it is compassionate to purposefully create a demographic of the population to depend on a government check for their livelihood in exchange for a vote? That is

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The economies of European countries are close to bankruptcy because of their high unemployment, government dependency and over the top pensions.

The best anti-poverty program going is a job, and this government is doing its best to kill jobs and create another demographic of people dependent on a government check.

Less government regulations, low taxes, a return to free market principles will create all the jobs necessary to recreate American exceptionalism again.

Let us get back to equal opportunity for all without

government interference, small government, individual liberty, personal responsibility, and self-determination.

As for Barack Obama, he is a Marxist. Look at his past associations.

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Kathy Cheeley named Officer of the Year Kathy Cheeley was honored as Hanover County Emergency Communications Officer of the Year for 2010 during a recognition ceremony for emergency communications officers held on April 12 at the new Emergency Communications Center.

Cheeley is a graduate of Liberty Christian School in Mechanicsville and has been a member of Hanover County Emergency Communications since November 1999. She was nominated by her supervisors because of her outstanding dedication, professionalism and leadership ability.

Deputy Director Charlie Udriet said, “Kathy can always be counted on to display superior customer service under the most trying situations and prides herself in getting the job done while keeping a cool, calm and professional demeanor.”

The department also honored Jillian Thomas for Individual Performance during a Critical Incident. On Oct. 27, 2010, while she was working the police radio, a tornado was spotted heading into Hanover directly toward the area where she lives with her husband and children, who were home at the time. She was recognized for her individual performance, composure and courage while working this incident. Also honored for Outstanding Team Performance during this incident were: officer Eddie Eacho, Jillian Thomas, Cynthia Martin, Katie Sprouse, Barbara Burrow, Whitney Trotter, Lorie Saunders and supervisors Nancy Langley, Jude Dawson, Carole Starcher and senior supervisor Arlene

KATHY CHEELEY Hanover County Emergency Communications Officer of the year

Sharpe. These individuals displayed some of the finest examples of how emergency communications personnel pull together during a time of crisis and perform some of the most complex and stressful tasks under some of the most trying conditions imaginable.

Communications officer Preston Main was recognized for receiving the highest number of peer recognition cards during the past year; Communications officer Casey Barnette was selected as the Communications Training Officer of the Year for 2010; and senior supervisor Stacey Adams was recognized as the Supervisor of the Year for 2010.

Several were recognized for years of service: Officers Stuart Baughan, 20 years; Clay Barret and Corina Nuckols, 15 years; officers Diane Branch, Julie Cooper, Tiffany Dowdy, Kimberly Martin, Bruce Moore and Megan Nixon (five years).

The department also recognized communications officers Casey Barnett and Jillian Thomas for their out-

standing performance utilizing the department’s automated Emergency Medical Dispatch Protocols and having the highest annual EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch) scores. Debbie Winans, chair of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, read and presented the Communications Department with a proclamation honoring them for their dedication, service and sacrifice during National Telecommunicator’s Week.

The Board of Supervisors established the second week in April as Hanover County Emergency Communications Officer Week.

Winans praised all Hanover County Emergency Communications personnel for their service, noting the stress and demands placed on them each and every day, along with the great job they do.

For more information about Hanover County Emergency Communications, call Charlie Udriet, deputy director of Emergency Communications at 365-6311.

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ers, especially through political means. I am fully aware that, as an atheist, I am automatically hated by many who know absolutely nothing about me, and that’s OK. Even though we don’t share it, I – and I think most atheists — can respect the sort of quiet, calm faith Miller demonstrates.

It’s the rabid, mean protests of faith, betraying the weakness and uncertainty that underlie them, that raise our ire. To those people, I say, If you want our respect for your beliefs, demonstrate some for ours.

Now, to respond to Jenna Hawk’s letter: I love that $5 trillion figure conservatives take glee in throwing around, but, as usual, they skip the part that puts the lie to their argument. They conveniently forget that almost $4 trillion of it was accrued during the previous war years of George W. Bush’s reign but held off the books until an honest president came along and forced it to be accounted for.

Do we have too much debt?

Of course. But paying it down on the backs of the poor, the elderly, the downtrodden and the infirm while making the rich richer is heartless, selfish, and not the American Way. Let’s dispel some myths.

First, let’s dispel the myth that the debt will ever be paid off. It will not – indeed, doing so would be disastrous. Why? Almost half (currently 42.2 percent) of the debt is held by you, me and the rest of the citizens and companies of the US of A in the form of T-bills in our pensions, 401Ks and other investments. Paying off all that debt would take away a major form of safe, secure investment to a lot of people’s retirement plans, college funds and other portfolios.

Contrary to popular conservative rhetoric, China will never “own” us – while various inter-

ests in China currently make up the largest single foreign country of holders of our debt, interests in Great Britain and Europe combine to hold more, and Japan, Australia and other countries hold a considerable amount.

But a solid majority of our debt — about 60 percent — is held by either the U.S. government itself or by the people and corporations of the United States, and most people don’t want those debts paid in full because they want that interest to keep coming into their investments.

Myth #2 is that debt is something new. At the end of the very first Congress, the U.S. was $75 million in debt, and we have never been out of it – not one year, although we got it down to $34,000 once in

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By Forrest H. Gladstone For The Mechanicsville Local

inger/songwriter Katie Costello had just finished a sound check for a show at Higher Ground in New York City before the interview began. Asked whether she was nervous, she answered honestly.

“You know, I’m not nervous yet — but that kind of worries me. Like it’s going to suddenly hit me before I go on.”

She recently brought her talents to Hanover

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County, with a performance at Ashland Coffee and Tea at 100 N. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. The local concert included Ari Hest.

It’s hard not to listen when Costello performs. In the musical tradition of artists like Regina Spektor and Sara Bareilles, the 20-year old has a clear, rich voice that is light in its touch, encouraging listeners to hear her lyrics as clearly as her vocals.

“I’m actually drawn to the writing aspect more than anything else,” Costello said.

“I’d liken it to a diary, in a way.”

Ashland police taking part in drug take back Born in Hermosa Beach, Calif., Costello moved to NYC two days after her 18th birthday in the middle of her senior year of high school.

She finished her senior year KATIE COSTELLO

through online classes, and turned her attention to her music.

“I knew I wanted to pursue music wholeheartedly, and I had fallen in love with New York when I was recording my first album. I felt like I was surrounded by like-minded people, and the see SINGER, pg. 17 `

The Ashland Police Department will partner with the Drug Enforcement Agency to take part in the first nationwide prescription drug take back from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, at 601 England St. There will collection sites operating around the nation to include the Ashland Police Department where Americans can turn in their unused, unneeded, expired prescription medications.

“We will not ask questions concerning prescription drugs needing to be disposed; we do ask not to bring syringes or any other street drug,” Chief Doug Goodman said. “Drugs can stay in their original sealed container or emptied in the bin.”

Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue, leading to accidental poisoning, overdose and abuse.

It is highly suggested not to hold on to expired medications.

Homes containing children or elderly are especially vulnerable to this danger and need to take preventative steps, including getting rid of old medications.

Every day, on average, 2,500 teens use prescription drugs to get high for the first time.

Fifty-six percent of teens believe that prescription drugs are easier to get than illicit drugs. Sixtythree percent of teens believe that prescription drugs are easy to get from friends’ and family’s medicine cabinet.

To learn more about the dangers of prescription drugs, visit the following websites: http://www.justice.gov/dea/index.htm http://www.getsmartaboutdrugs.com/ http://www.dare.com/kids/index_3.htm For more information pertaining to the event occurring at the Ashland Police Department, contact Officer Tommy Gilbert at 412-0615 or visit www.ashlandpolice.us.

‘Race the Rail’ in Ashland’s 33rd Railroad Run Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Have you dusted off your running shoes and hit the pavement? If so, it’s time to register to “Race the Rail” in Ashland’s 33rd Railroad Run. This year’s Run will take place on Saturday, April 30.

The 10K component of the race is a U.S. Track and Field Certified 10K Course. New to the 10K Race is the use of Chronotrack Bib Tag Timing presented by KaleRunning. com.

According to race chair Dave Klisz, “We’re very excited to be utilizing KaleRunning’s chip timing this year because of the large amount of runners the

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race attracts. We think it will take the 10K race to a higher level. In the past, it took runners a minute or so to clear the starting line. Now, it doesn’t matter because the chip will provide people who are going for a personal record (PR) a real finishing time tailored to them.”

The race also includes a 5K Fun Run/Walk and a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run for ages 3 through 12.

In addition, this eco-friendly race includes a Green Fair, featuring environmental vendors, as well as local farmers and suppliers.

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Race organizers encourage runners to be green and do their event registration online at http://www.raceit.com/register/ ?event=3123.

Online registration closes at

midnight on Thursday, April 28. Race registration forms also can be mailed in.

Registration forms can be found at the Richard Gillis Library in Ashland and can be printed by visiting www. hanoverarts.org.

The 10K Run has a 9 a.m. start time. The registration fee is $25 per person if received by April 16, or $30 per person on and after April 16. For the “no t-shirt option,” deduct $5 from each registration.

The 5K Fun Run/Walk has an 8 a.m. start time. The registration fee is $35. For the “no t-shirt option,” deduct $5 from each registration.

The Kids 1 Mile Fun Run is

$10 per child and includes a free t-shirt with registration. Parents may accompany children at no additional charge for this race.

Packet Pick-up Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 29, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center or on race day morning, beginning at 7 a.m.

Runners also can register for all races at Packet Pick-up Day on Friday and on Race Day morning for the 1 Mile and 5K until 7:45 a.m. and for the 10K until 8:30 a.m.

For more information, call 798-2728 or e-mail info@ hanoverarts.org. Visit www. hanoverarts.org for all race details.

Green Fair slated Spring brings a Green Fair to the lawn of the Hanover Arts and Activities Center in Ashland on Saturday, April 30, for the third year during the 33rd Ashland Railroad Run. Environmental exhibits, as well as local farmers, nurseries and suppliers are invited to participate at no charge.

Vendors can set up starting by 10 a.m. on Friday, April 29.

Ceck-in begins at 7 a.m. on Saturday. The Green Fair will be open to the public from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.

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city just really inspired me.”

She also said there was a need to fly the nest, and a desire to start making it on her own.

“I think everyone gets jumpy legs after awhile, and needs to really get away from home. I’m just so lucky to have parents as

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percent corporate tax rate is a myth all on its own, as no company pays it; the average effective rate is less than 10 percent and many if not most pay little or nothing.

Heck, thanks to President Bush, the multinationals get to bring their overseas-generated profits back to the U.S. and pay only 5.25 percent tax on them. The current corporate tax structure promotes taking and hoarding of profits, not job creation or debt reduction.

Ask any big corporate CEO what he would do if his corporate tax rate was increased on profits, and you know what he would say? He would invest those profits back into the company – hire people, build facilities, etc. — so he wouldn’t have to pay taxes on them! We need to change the tax code to encourage the companies to invest back into America, not encourage them to send work overseas and hoard the profits!

Myth #4 is that raising the income tax on the uber-rich is going to somehow kill their ability to create jobs. First, the uber-rich (and the pretty rich, and even the just nearly-wannabe-rich, if they’re smart) have their personal accounts completely separate from their business accounts, and if they’re smart they know better than to make business-investment decisions based on their personal tax issues.

The small-business sole proprietor is a separate kettle of fish, but, again, a proper tax code that encourages that small-business growth and investment works best. Lower

supportive as mine.”

Costello’s first album, “Kaleidoscope” (2008), was released when she was 17, and she said that recording was more of a natural evolution than an end goal.

“I never thought I’d share my music,” she said. “I write when I feel something very powerfully, and it’s different each time.

A song can take months, or it can take five minutes.”

taxes are not automatically the answer – smarter taxes are.

And for those who drive the no-tax-is-good jalopy, all I can say is: How was the rest of your trip to Fantasy Island? Because you’re sure not living in the real world.

Finally, Myth #5 is that we can fix this debt by cutting discretionary spending and support programs (they are not “entitlements,” they are obligations!) while leaving military

The unpredictability, however, is part of what Costello loves about the process. Her second album, “Lamplight,” was released this year. She pauses and becomes thoughtful when asked how she thinks she’s grown since her first album.

“The second time around I knew my way around making an album, and I was really able to execute ideas in the way I see SINGER, pg. 19 `

spending and revenue increases off the table. No one of any knowledge in economics and our finances believes that, and I will call a fool to his face anyone who tries to argue otherwise.

Even the Secretary of Defense is begging for his budget to be cut!

Ending these ridiculous wars and appropriately reducing military spending is a necessity.

Social Security is not a drain on us; Medicare and Medicaid

definitely need work, but the best work that could be done there is to make it Medicare for all and eliminate the insurance companies.

We can never pay it off completely, but we can lower our debt to a manageable level, without crippling our social obligations and in a manner that is fair and equitable to both people and companies. It will take work. What it won’t take

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Music, food, tours planned at church In addition to garden plants and baked goods, the Old Church Plant and Bake Sale will offer an open jam for local musicians, homemade chicken barbeque, historic church tours and a chalk-in for kids from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, at Immanuel Episcopal Church at 3263 Old Church Rd. in Mechanicsville. â&#x20AC;&#x153;God only knows what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll findâ&#x20AC;? is the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slogan.

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Local musicians are invited to participate in the open jam session from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bring your instrument and make some music while your neighbors shop for plants and baked goods.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d rather listen than play, pull up a chair and tap your feet while you enjoy homemade pulled chicken barbecue for

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Meals will include pulled chicken smothered in homemade barbecue sauce with coleslaw, baked beans, pasta salad and rolls. Dinner for four is $25.

Individual meals are $6.50. You also can buy barbecue by the pound for $8 and freeze it for later. Advance orders are suggested. Call 779-3454 to place your order for pickup at the event.

For dessert, choose from a large assortment of homemade cakes, pies, cookies, breads, see CHURCH, pg. 21 `

introspective and weighty themes, there is a delicacy to Costello’s vocals and her pianodriven music which, combined with the cleverness of her lyrics, keeps her songs from ever seeming too heavy.

The emotional force of Costello’s music has been put to advantage in television shows like ABC’s Private Practice and the CW’s 90210 and One Tree Hill, — an experience Costello said never grows familiar.

“It’s so weird! It’s like hearing yourself stuck inside a television,” she said laughing. “It’s great to have that kind of association, but whenever it comes

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wanted them to be executed,” she said. “And aesthetically, I think [‘Lamplight’] is more musical, more complex. It’s more mature than ‘Kaleidoscope,’ richer. It’s also a bit more introverted and dark.”

Lines like “We all hide from our minds/When the lamplight goes out and dims/We all try to de-rust the hinges squeaking deep inside,” from “Lamplight’s” “Old Owl,” certainly support Costello’s own analysis of her work.

However, despite her often

on I can’t listen to it, it’s too bizarre.”

Talking about the Ashland show, she said: “There is a power in expressing something perfectly, and having someone connect with what you’re saying,” crediting artists like Missy Higgins and Fiona Apple with reaching her in this way when she was a teenager. If she has a goal with her music, it is to do the same with her audience.

“I’m not saying I’m doing it,” she laughs, “but it’s worth trying.”

Costello’s website is www. katiecostellomusic.com.

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Firefighters with Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Station 7 recently assisted with an installation project at Cold Harbor Elementary School. The school installed a man-made pond as part of a grant awarded Joyce Crown-Wilkins, the art teacher. The Aquatic Habitat provides several hands-on learning opportunities for the students. For the safety of the students, a fence needed to be erected around the pond. The grant does not allow for money to be spent on capital improvements, such as the purchase and installation of a fence. Custom Ornamental Iron in Glen Allen donated the materials for the fence.

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HHS to present ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ 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 family musical “warms hearts, tickles funny bones, and captures the imagination with its witty script, acrobatic antics, lively dance routines, and unforgettable show tunes.”

This production is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

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are available.

You also can find out how you can volunteer to help with the new community garden, where produce will be grown to feed the hungry.

And be sure to make time for a tour of the 1853 landmark church building with local historians Jane Ruffin, Lindsay Ryland, Tilghman Broaddus, Steve Colvin and Jean Longest.

Learn about the history of Old Church and find out who’s who in the graveyard.

Free tours will be offered every hour.

Immanuel Church is a Virginia Historical Landmark and has been placed on the National Registry of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior.

The origins of the church date to the late 17th century.

The present brick church was constructed in 1853, largely due to the efforts of George Washington Bassett, grandnephew of Martha Custis

Washington.

The church is considered to be the best example of Gothic Revival architecture in the county, and it represents the revitalization of the Episcopal Church in Virginia and the United States during the two decades prior to the Civil War. During the Civil War, the property served as a field hospital and army headquarters.

Old Church Parish also has connections to The Rev. Patrick Henry, who officiated here from 1737 to 1777, and actress Katharine Hepburn, whose grandfather, Sewell Hepburn, was rector of the church from 1881 to 1904.

——To get to Immanuel from Mechanicsville, head east on U.S. 360 and turn right on Old Church Road (Route 606). Go about 1.5 miles. Immanuel is on the right.

For more information, visit www.immanueloc.org or call 779-3454.

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jams and jellies at the bake sale.

Kids of all ages will have a chance to show off their artistic talents at the chalk-in. Chalk will be provided.

If the wind is good, you also may want to bring a kite and fly it in the field next to the church.

Shop for Mother’s Day at the popular plant sale, which will feature perennials and cuttings from the gardens of parishioners, many of whom are master gardeners.

Bedding plants, garden flags and accessories also will be available.

Personalized bricks for the Welcome Wall at the entrance to the historic church campus also may be ordered at the event.

Bricks cost $65 each and may be engraved with family names, anniversaries, quotes from the Bible, love or thank you notes, etc. Gift certificates

Auction scheduled A Live Online Auction to benefit Hanover County Young Life will be held the week of April 30 through May 7. The live auction website — ylauction.com — is simple to use and easy to place bids on some products and services. For more information, contact tomsibiga@gmail.com or visit www.hanover.younglife.org.

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Wyoming, according to the Virginia Landmarks Register, is located in the Etna Mills vicinity.

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“The board and I feel very fortunate to have found someone of Sue’s caliber to help support our wonderful organization. She brings a tremendous amount of experience and energy to our team”, HABCC executive director Jennifer Y. Scott said.

The HABCC is Hanover County’s largest business association, representing the county’s strong entrepreneurial spirit.

For details about upcoming meetings and events, visit www. habcc.com.

Special recycling event set Saturday Hanover County will get into the spirit of “Earth Day” by holding a special recycling event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, at the Mechanicsville Solid Waste Center.

During this event, Hanover County residents can bring for free recycling: 3 Electronic (‘e-waste’).

3 Household hazardous waste.

3 Personal information or documents to be shredded.

Also, expired, unwanted or unused prescription drugs will be collected by the Sheriff ’s Office as part of the second National Take Back Initiative, being conducted by the Drug Enforcement Administration

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For liquids, aerosols and solids, which are classified as household hazardous wastes, there will be no charge but a five-gallon limit. These are based on container size.

Examples of materials are: flammables, organic liquids, aerosols, oxidizers pesticides, herbicides and corrosive liquids and solids, including: pool, hot tub and spa chemicals, household cleaners, muriatic acid, acetic acid, drain openers, oven

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Mercury thermometers and switches also will be accepted.

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No paints, batteries, tube fluorescent light bulbs, explosives or radioactive materials will be accepted.

Up to four boxes (10” by 12” by 18”) of documents also will be accepted for shredding.

This event is for Hanover County residents only. No businesses will be permitted.

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“E-waste” items accepted at no charge will include computers, computer accessories (cables, wires, keyboards, mice, speakers, etc.), printers, scanners, copiers, fax machines, telephones and cell phones, VCRs, camcorders, stereos, microwaves and up to 10 compact fluorescent light bulbs per vehicle.

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Charles Hogge, 23, of the 300 block of North Snead Street in Ashland; Stewart Curtis Baker, 32, of the 200 block of North Snead Street in Ashland; and Ashley Rasnake, 21, of the 15000 block of Melody Hills Drive in Hanover were arrested on 23 felony charges, including breaking and entering and grand larceny.

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This tradition of excellence can be seen in the four beautiful chapels located throughout the Richmond area: centrally located on Cutshaw Avenue in the city, on Broad Street Road past Innsbrook, on Ashbrook Parkway in Chesterfield and serving the HanoverMechanicsville area on Lee-Davis Road. All four facilities are under the personal direction of Charles D. Morehead, President.

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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@ mechanicsvilleunitedsoccer. com.

Thursday, April 28

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Retirement Club presents an exciting fun filled mystery trip. For more informaWednesday, April 27 The Newcomers Club of tion please call 379-6500.

Richmond (for women new to Providence Baptist Church the area) will hold their monthly luncheon at 11 a.m. at Ginter announces 140th Church Bot. Gardens. Includes social Anniversary Celebration starthour, business meeting, lunch ing Thursday, April 28 at 7:30 and program. Cost is $23. p.m. Rev. Robert D. Brown at Attorney Kelly Hall will bring St. Paul; Friday, April 29 at 7:30 us up-to-date on the many p.m. Rev. Dr. Ed. Shepard at changes to medical directives. Beulah; Saturday, April 30 at Reservations are required by 5 p.m. Rev. Dr. Wilbert Talley April 20. Call Brenda, 754- (Banquet); Sunday, May 1 at 10 a.m. Church School and 0460.

Worship, Pastor Evans White Tryouts for Mechanicsville and at 3 p.m. Rev. Ulric Eley United travel soccer teams will and First Mt. Olive of Newtown.

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Pole Green Elementary School is ten years old this year, and what a great reason to celebrate! At 6:30 p.m., all current and former PGES staff are invited to join us for a casual time of catching up and reconnecting with friends. The cost is $15 per person, which includes dinner and soft drinks. Please RSVP by Friday April 22 to Alaina DeHaven at ajdehaven@gmail.com or Heather Jarvis at heather.jarvis@comcast.net. We will fill you in on additional details once you email. Please spread the word! We want to invite all PGES staff from 2000-today!

Saturday, April 30 New Bridge Academy located at 5071 Elko Road, Sandston VA 23150 is holding a Spring Fling 2-6 p.m. They will have live auction, silent auction, BBQ

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For other info call church clerk dinner and lot of activities for at 769-2951. the kids.

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Members of the Three Rivers Livestock 4-H Club of Hanover County will be having a Krispy Kreme Doughnut Sale Fundraiser at the following locations. Mechanicsville Kroger’s (on Route 360) from 7 – 11 a.m.; Mechanicsville Food Lion (on Route 360 across from LeeDavis High School) from 7 – 11 a.m.; Bass Pro Shop from 9 – 12 p.m. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts will be $5 per dozen. Money raised will help pay registration fees for local and state 4-H activities members participate in, community service projects, purchase t-shirts/jackets for club members, annual awards banquet, and much more. Please come out and support the fundraising efforts of this great club.

The Three Rivers Livestock 4-H Club consists of members from all over Hanover County. The club also has Senior and Junior Stockman’s Teams that participate in contest throughout the state.

Karaoke Night at Gloria’s Café, there will be a cake sale and Easter egg prize basket to benefit Dawn Library. For more information please call 3388697.

Yard Sale from 8-1 p.m. at the Greater Nazarene Baptist Church, 11435 Georgetown Rd. Mechanicsville, 23116.

Household items and baby clothes, etc. are among things to be sold.

River Café will have a “Subs and Songs” at 6 p.m. at Mechanicsville Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Atlee and Signal Hill Rd. We’ll have some do-it-yourself subs to enjoy while the praise band see CALENDAR, pg. 32 `

CELEBRATIONS | Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries

Pitts-Taylor celebrate wedding The marriage of Miss Leslie Ryland Pitts and Mr. Adam Curtis Taylor took place on Saturday, April 9, 2011, at Elsing Green, in King William, Va. The Reverend J. Lytle Buckingham officiated.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Wayne Pitts of Aylett. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. Thomas Burns Simpkins and Mrs. Marjorie Mitchell Coleman, and Mrs. Louise Davis Pitts and the late Mr. Ernest Bray Pitts, all of Aylett.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Glen Taylor of Walkerton. He is the grandson of Ms. Peggy Dix and the late Mr. Richard Hugh Dix, of Caret and Mrs. Eva Lee Taylor and the late Mr. James Alton Taylor, of Mechanicsville.

Miss Marilyn Grace Edmonds, friend of the bride, was Maid of Honor. Miss Emily Lauren Pitts, cousin of the bride, Miss Sarah Griggs Reilly and

Miss Logan Marie Spruill, friends of the bride, were bridesmaids.

Miss Abigail Lynn Taylor, niece of the groom, was the flower girl.

Mr. Bruce Glen Taylor was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Mr. William Bray Pitts, cousin of the bride, Mr. Travis Glen Taylor, brother of the groom, and Mr. Kyle Andrew Wilson, friend of the groom. Derek Blake Pitts and Hunter Ray Semones, cousins of the bride, were ring bearers.

The mistress of ceremonies was Mrs. Wendy Eubank, cousin of the bride. Miss Taylor Ashcraft, cousin of the groom, was the reader.

The bride graduated from Longwood University with a B.S. in Elementary Education.

She is currently employed as a Kindergarten teacher at Aylett Country Day School.

The groom graduated from ATI. He is currently employed at James River Equipment as a technician.

After a honeymoon in the Bahamas, the couple will reside in Bruington, Va.

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ISABELLA GRACE BEAHR born March 24, 2010

MRS. ADAM CURTIS TAYLOR the former Miss Leslie Ryland Pitts

Curtis and Brandy Beahr of King William happily announce the birth of their daughter, Isabella Grace, born March 24, 2010 at Henrico Doctor’s Hospital. Bella was born at 11:16 a.m. weighed 9 lbs. 4 oz. and measured 20.5 inches long.

Proud Grandparents are Paul and Nancy Winters of Mechanicsville and Jimmy and Glinda Beahr of King William. The family would like to thank Dr. Weatherford and all the wonderful nurses at Henrico Doctor’s who helped bring Bella into the world.

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Atlee High School Boys Indoor Track team wins their first VHSL Track Championship Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Atlee High School Boys Indoor Track team has won their first Virginia High School League (VHSL) Track Championship. The Virginia AAA State Indoor Track and Field Championships were held during February at the Boo Williams Sportsplex in Hampton, Virginia. The Atlee boy’s team became the first Central Virginia Boys Indoor Track team to win the Group AAA Virginia Indoor State Championship since Thomas Jefferson in 1952 (59 years ago). The Raiders scored 57 points in winning the championship and beat the second place team by 11 point.

Members of the Boy’s State Championship Team who competed at the state meet were: - Marques Atkinson – First place 3200 Meter Relay Team, First place Boys 500 Meter, and First place 1600 Meter Relay Team.

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Cross Brothers Grocery 107 South Center Street

The community is invited to attend an Earth Day festival at Washington-Henry Elementary School from 2-4 pm (rain or shine). There will be many activities for both children and adults, including a book exchange, petting zoo ($), horseback riding ($), crafts and games. Raffle tickets for two incredible gift baskets will be for sale, green vendors will be on hand, and popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase. The first 200 attendees will receive a free gift! Washington-Henry is located at the intersection of Mann Drive and Shady Grove Road.

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. see CALENDAR, pg. 33 `

Local girl collects $300 for SCAN

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

Martins 7324 Bell Creek Road

Village Bank (Old Mech) 8051 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Ashland Visitor Ctr 112 N. Washington Hwy.

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.

Sunday, May 1

Henry Clay Shopping Center Rt. 54

Parkway Restaurant 7211 Stonewall Parkway Shoneys 7137 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Ashland Coffee & Tea 100 N Railroad Ave.

Han Community Svc 12300 Washington Hwy.

Lee Davis B & P 7051 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Lee Davis Pharmacy 7023 Lee Park Road

ASHLAND 23005

The Doswell Ruritan Club is having a Roast Beef Dinner and silent auction from 5-7 p.m. at the Doswell Ruritan Community Center at the intersection of Rt. 1 and Doswell Rd. Tickets are $9 for adults, $4.50 for children 4 to 10 years old and free for children under 4. Proceeds will benefit college scholarship administered by the Doswell Ruritan Club.

The newly formed non-profit association, Hanover Hounds K-9 Search and Rescue, will be holding a “Super Saturday” of training. Certified Hanover Hounds personnel will teach CPR/AED and Basic First Aid for both you and your canine.

The Hounds will continue to hold these classes at a rate of one per month. These classes are certified by the American Safety and Health Institute, and part of the class fee will go as a donation to the SAR group. The fee for all classes is $85, and the location will be at the Chickahominy Volunteer Fire Department, 10414 Leadbetter Road, Ashland, VA 23005, at the start of the Hanover Air Park. The class will start at 8 a.m., and finish approximately 5 p.m. Lunch is on you, but drinks and snacks will be served throughout the day. For additional information and to register for the class, please go to www. hanoverhounds.com, or call 387-2705.

Skateland 516 N. Washington Hwy.

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

STUDLEY 23162 Studley Store 5407 Studley Road

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Chic-fil-A 10176 Brook Road

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Sarah Nathanson, a 7th grader at Chickahominy Middle School, collected $300 for Greater Richmond SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now). With the help of Mechanicsville Elementary School 4th graders, they “planted” 300 pinwheels to show their support of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Sarah participated in this project as part of Global Youth Service Day.

CALENDAR Continued from pg. 32 b

Tuesday, May 3 Parkinson’s Disease – Support Group – Roundtable discussion for Parkinsonians and caregivers held at Circle Center, 4900 W. Marshall Street at 7 p.m. Contact Kathy H. Morton at 730-1336 for more information.

Learn Hebrew and Greek and become a better student of the Bible. Free DVD Course through Logos Software -- Tuesdays, 8-11 a.m., May 3 through June 21 at TMH/The Master’s House, 303A Ashcake Road (Hanover Business Center), Ashland, VA 23005. Great for Bible Students, Homeschoolers, Study Groups and Individuals!

For more information call 3687592.

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CALENDAR Continued from pg. 33 b

Wednesday, May 4 Picnic with Pamunkey – 11:30-1:30 p.m. Join us as we celebrate our patrons with a special picnic lunch and musical performance by the Hanover High School Jazz Band. This event is sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends.

Call the Branch at 365-6210 to reserve your spot!

Toddler Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library at 10 a.m. Age: 2 years old with MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

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adult. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road.

Avenue, Richmond 23226. If you have lost a friend or family member to suicide, this bereavement support group is available to you. Contact 285Preschool Storytime at 1749 or namicva@aol.com. the Atlee Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5 years Fairmount Christian old. For more information Church will be hosting a call 559-0654 or visit the free Prayer Breakfast for the library at 9161 Atlee Road. National Day of Prayer at 6:30 a.m. Special speaker for this event is Delegate Chris Thursday, May 5 National Alliance on Peace. The theme for the Mental Illnes-Central Virginia event is “In God We Trust: (NAMI-CVA) is starting One Nation under God” and a “Survivor of Suicide Loss will emphasize the need for Support Group,” from 7-8 p.m. us to turn to God in prayer at Monument Heights Baptist for our community our Church, 5716 Monument nation and for each other.

5 PM

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at 10 a.m. Ages 6-24 months with adult. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Rd.

The event will conclude by 7:45 a.m. This event requires an RSVP by calling 5598070. Fairmount Christian is located at 6502 Creighton Road in Mechanicsville.

Family Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library at 10:45 a.m. All ages. For more information call 5590654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road.

Salem Presbyterian Church (Studley Rd.) will host it’s monthly Sing-ALong at at 10 a.m. Come and join us as we sing our favorite hymns and “oldies”. Friday, May 6 Our Hymn of the Month Kidstuf is a fun 45 minute is “There’s A Sweet, Sweet production where kids bring Spirit”. Light refreshments their parents to learn. This are served. Bring a friend. monthly production coined “First Fridays” is held on the Mother Goose Storytime first Friday of every month at the Atlee Branch Library at Atlee Community It is free

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to the community and there will be a variety of activities to enjoy before Kidstuf beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The Kidstuf theatre opens its doors at 7:15 p.m. for the production. This event unites families while providing a fun environment filled with laughter and learning.

Kidstuf is a “no drop off zone”. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Atlee Community Church is located at 7171 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23116.

You can call 730-3676 if you would like more information you can also find us at www. atleechurch.org.

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MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES ASSEMBLY OF GOD Mechanicsville Christian Center, 8061 Shady Grove Road – Sundays 9 & 10:30 am; Wed. Children & Small Groups 7pm, Mid & HS Ministries Sunday & Thursday Nights. 746-4303 or www.mccag.org

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST Trinity Christian Church, 8469 Atlee Rd. 746-4838.

A Gateway to God’s Transforming Loving Grace.

Sunday School 9:30am, Worship 10:45am & a Tues. Service 8am Gregory L. Ott, Pastor Amantha Barbee, Minster of Music Helen Simpson, LCSW, Minister of Counseling

EPISCOPAL All SOULS CHURCH Worship at 9:30am on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sundays at Cool Spring Elem. School 9964 Honey Meadows Rd. Mech. Barbara Marques, Interim Vicar www.allsoulsva.org Immanuel Episcopal Welcomes You! 779-3454 3263 Old Church Rd. Sun 9&11am Holy Eucharist.

Education for all ages at 10am. Nursery 10-12. Refreshments after 11am service. immanueloc.org St. Paul’s Episcopal Church , Rte 301 & 54, Hanover Courthouse, VA 23069, Fall Schedule: Sunday Service will be at 8am & 10:30am with Christian Education for all ages at 9:15am. A nursery is available for infants and toddlers at the 10:30am service.

Rev. Jack Sutor 537-5516. stpaulshanover.org

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INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170

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

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Worship Service 11am. Wed. evening Prayer Meeting & Kids Clubs for Children of all ages, 7pm.

Church phone #746-2788

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church , 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday School, 9am; Worship 10:15am (Nursery prov.); Wed. night prayer service 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Children in Action, Preschool to 5th grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Rev. John Johnson. Youth Pastor, Reverend Craig Secor. Church 781-0330. www.blackcreek.org Broadus Memorial Baptist Church , 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116.

8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship, Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 broaduschurch.org Cool Spring Baptist Church , 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For information, activities & service times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800.

Fairmount Memorial Baptist Church Celebrate Jesus with us on Sundays in Bible Study for all ages at 9:15am. Morning Worship 10:30am. Child care is available for all services. The church is located on Mech. Trnpk, Hwy 360, just east of Laburnum Ave., and 2.2 miles west of 295. For info., call 329.5420.

Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk.

804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sundays 8:30 or 11am, w/Sunday School @ 9:45.

Daily preschool & after school child care.

Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 www.mlcas.org Sunday Service- 8:15 & 10:45am, Sun. School 9:30.

Preschool for 3 -5 yr olds. Child Care 7am-6pm

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St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor, Sunday School 9:15am, Worship Service 10:30am, Nursery Provided.

First Union Baptist Church, 6231 Pole Green Road (3 miles east of 295) We invite you to worship and grow in the spirit with us. Join us for church school at 8:45am & morning worship at 10am, community bible study 11am & 7:30pm each Wed. 746-4095

LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295.

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NON-DENOMINATIONAL Solid Rock Ministries, 8166 Ladiestown Road Sunday Morning Contemporary Worship- 10:30am "Come As You Are!" Child care provided.

779-7904, Dr. Michael R. Howard, Pastor TMH/The Master’s House, 303A Ashcake Road, Ashland, Sun. 10AM, Wed. 7PM, "KIDMO" Kids Ministry, Youth Media/Gaming Center 368-7592. www.tmhnow.org.

PRESBYTERIAN MECHANICSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN Atlee & Signal Hill Rd. Nancy Clark, Int. Pastor 746-5496 www.mechpres.org Sunday Schedule: 9am Contemp.; 9:45am Education; 11am Tradional SALEM Presbyterian Church - Loving members, biblically-based teaching & preaching.

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Worship 11AM, fellowship after.

5394 Studley Rd. Pastor: Sandi Shaner 746-0732

Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Rev. Mark Miller Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth Ryan Greene -Youth Min, Jean M. Dart, Music shalombaptist.net

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

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Family Life Baptist Church. Come Join the Family!

Laurel Meadow Elementary School, 8248 Lee Davis Rd., Mech. Sundays, 10:30am. Pastor Glenn Hawkins 335-6728. www.familylifehanover.com

Hanover Baptist Church ( 3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall). Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club. Family oriented & God-centered. Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior. 798-7190 www.hbcva.org

Northside Baptist, 7600 Studley Road 746-4952 www.northsideva.org Worship 10:15am, Bible Study 9:00am Wed. activities for all ages: 5:30-7:30pm

Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hanover Courthouse Rd. 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sun 11am Svc 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. hbchanover.org

Enon United Methodist Church, 6156 Studley Rd. Mech. VA. 23116 Rev. Kanguk Lee. 746-4719. Come & Join us for Worship each Sun. 11am (Nursery prov) Sun. School, 9:45am for all ages.

Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am.

Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118 Shady Grove United MethodistCelebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings.

Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:00. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00- All Ages. Nursery for preschoolers at all services.

Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

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Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev.Tim Madison Sunday Schedule: 8:45am Contemporary Worship, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Traditional Worship New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Emily Swartz, Minister of Youth & Education Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am.

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Short Track Showdown made the right move Charity benefits from Southside shutdown

By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Charity rarely finds benefits from the misfortune of others, but such cannot be said in the case of Denny Hamlin Foundation. For the past three years, NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin, a former Chesterfield resident, has hosted his Short Track Showdown at Southside Speedway, the venue where he cut his racing teeth. But when Southside announced it was not going to open this year, the benefit was left without a home.

Ironically, that could have been the best thing that could have happened to Hamlin’s charity race.

In a mere three years, Hamlin’s event had clearly gotten bigger than Southside. With a regular sellout of tickets, seating capacity was pushed to its limits leaving many race fans outside the fence wishing they could get a closer look.

“Obviously the roots of the Short Track Showdown are at Southside Speedway and always will be but we outgrew it,” Hamlin said. “We outgrew the seating capacity and the demand that people had to want to come to this race.”

In search of a new home for his charity event, Hamlin approached Richmond

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At left: NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin prepares his Late Model stock car for this year’s Short Track Showdown. The charity race moved from Southside Speedway to RIR this year. Above: Mechanicsville’s Frank Deiny Jr., left, and car owner Travis Kiker go over preparations during testing at RIR last week.

International Raceway and out here or people from across arrangements were made to the country being able to see it host the race this Thursday, on TV, now they get to do that.

April 28. Hamlin’s Short Track For me it’s exciting to be able to expand Showdown this event made an “Obviously the and make already busy roots of the Short it even bigweek into a Track Showdown ger.” super race are at Southside With weekend at Speedway and a virtual RIR. Teamed who’s who up with the always will be, but of racNASCAR we outgrew it.” ing signed K&N Pro DENNY HAMLIN up for the Series East NASCAR driver race, there Blue Ox 100 is a good earlier in the evening, Hamlin’s charity event chance the Short Track also picked up national televi- Showdown will draw a larger audience share than the offision coverage on Speed TV. “Ultimately we wanted peo- cial NASCAR race that preple to be able to view it,” Hamlin cedes it. Joining Hamlin on said. “Whether it be coming the track will be Joe Gibbs

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teammates Kyle Busch, Joey Logano and Darrell Wallace Jr. (pulling double-duty by running the Blue Ox 100 prior to the charity event). Also locked in for the race are NASCAR’s Tony Stewart, Michael Waltrip, Trevor Bayne, Hermie Sadler and Aric Almirola as well as motocross legend Travis Pastrana and Martinsville Speedway president Clay Campbell.

Hanover County will have a connection to the event in the presence of Mechanicsville Late Model legend Frank Deiny Jr. and FDJ driver Clint King.

FDJ Motorsports will also be providing the cars that Busch, Logano and Greg Pursley drive giving them five chassis in the event.

But regardless of who finishes the race first, the big winners of the event are the charities that benefit from the Denny Hamlin Foundation.

“Last year we were over the $100,000 mark, which was good considering the size of the venue that we were at,” Hamlin said. “Obviously coming here (to RIR) we hope to double that.”

The money raised by the Denny Hamlin Foundation goes to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Victory Junction Gang and The NASCAR Foundation but also does work closer to home. “We were able to build a wing onto the Richmond Children’s Hospital with some of the money that was donat-

ed from the Denny Hamlin Foundation,” the driver said.

“That just shows that people from the Richmond area, and not just Richmond but all over Virginia that come to support this event, it helps right here in your home town.

“It’s big for me because the foundations and the charities that we support don’t always get a whole lot of recognition through the year other than the events we put on,” Hamlin said.

And while the charity events of most NASCAR drivers take place on a golf course or bowling alley, Hamlin chose to stick with his heart when he created his main fund raiser. “For me Late Model stock car racing see CHARITY, pg. 39 `

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is what I love to do,” he said.

“It’s what I grew up wanting to do. I always grew up saying if I was just a great Late Model stock car racer I’d be happy. I remember saying that if I was just a local short track hero I was going to be happy.”

Hamlin admits his goals have changed since that time but his love for the origins of the sport have not. “It’s a winwin for me because I get to go back and do things that I love and that’s Late Model stock car racing,” he said. “In the same breath you use the fans in the stands to help take that money and put it to these different children’s charities.”

The last time Late Model stock cars ran at RIR, Hamlin was in the stands watching as a youngster. Now being part of a four race weekend at the same venue is beyond his childhood dreams. “My mom would have our race tickets on the refrigerator and I was always just waiting for the races to come in town,” he said. “Now to have all these races in one weekend is a big deal because I’m still a huge race fan at heart.”

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Photos by Charlie Leffler/The Local

Above: Last week, Late Model stock car drivers got the rare opportunity to test at RIR in preparation for this Thursday’s Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown. The charity event, to benefit the Denny Hamlin Foundation, has grown substantially in three years of existence. Now at RIR and with a national television audience, the event should get even bigger.

Showdown is not just a Sunday drive. Having never won the event that is his namesake, Hamlin is putting in nearly as much work for the race as he does for the Sprint Cup, which was evidenced by coming to RIR for testing last week.

When not turning test laps, Hamlin was under the hood, hovering over crew members and in the fender wells to make sure he was placed in the best situation to win.

Free shuttle service to RIR The Richmond Coliseum parking area at North 7th Street in downtown Richmond opens and begins offering free shuttle rides to fans at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 30. The shuttle service back to the Coliseum parking area resumes immediately after the conclusion of the Crown Royal Presents The Matthew & Daniel Hansen 400 race from the track’s main entrance. The shuttle is free, but a $6 parking fee applies at the Coliseum lot.

The Richmond Coliseum parking area is conveniently located less than five minutes from the intersections of I-95 and I-64. To see a detailed map of the Richmond Coliseum area visit: http:// www.rir.com/About-The-Track/SeatingChart-and-Maps/Shuttle-Map.aspx.

Fans can also park their cars and RVs at The Showplace and take a free

“I hope just coming out here today and using this test day is an advantage,” Hamlin said. “I feel like if we didn’t have today we were going to be in trouble (this) week.”

Hamlin was not alone on the track as several other Late Model drivers brought their cars to RIR to run laps on the legendary track for the first time. For most it was an opportunity to see that their cars can push untouched limits

shuttle ride to Richmond International Raceway. The Showplace is conveniently located less than three miles from Richmond International Raceway at 3000 Mechanicsville Turnpike and is just ¼mile off of I-64 at exit 192.

The cost for parking at The Showplace on Saturday, April 30 is $10 per car and $25 per RV. The complimentary shuttle to and from the track begins at Noon and operates continuously with pick-up and drop-off points at The Showplace and the main entrance to Richmond International Raceway at Richmond-Henrico Turnpike.

To see a detailed map of The Showplace area visit: http://www.rir.com/AboutThe-Track/Seating-Chart-and-Maps/ Shuttle-Map.aspx. Fans can also contact The Showplace at 804-225-8877 with any questions.

Local NASCAR events Wednesday, April 27 from 12 p.m. – 6

due to the track length which should lead to an exciting night of racing. Many of the Late Model drivers will be traveling at speeds they have never raced before. However, NASCAR driver/announcer Hermie Sadler did not think the drivers will notice the difference while racing. “When they wreck, that’s when they’ll notice how fast they were going,” Sadler smiled.

Hamlin believes holding

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the event on a track that is new to all of the drivers will make for a completely unpredictable event. “That’s the one unknown is how this race is going to play out,” he said. “Obviously this is a bigger facility. Wrecks might be bigger, things like that. Who knows how it might turn out but I know that each one of these guys that participates is going to want to go out there

and win and that’s special for us.”

With a top-notch facility, television audience and a regular all-star list of drivers, this year’s Short Track Showdown could be only the beginning as the race should quickly speed into one of the nation’s top athletic events for charity. “Who knows where this thing can go,” Hamlin said.

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Wilson a shining light for Yellow Jackets

By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com

coach Kevin Proffitt.

A glimmering of anticipaThe college softball season tion came midway through the brought surprise both good and spring when Proffitt’s team got bad for Randolph-Macon head off to a 14-1 start and the coach

anticipated a team first.

“Our program here has steadily gotten better over the years and one thing we’ve never had- we’ve had some good years

2011-12TravelIceHockeyTryouts The Richmond Royals Hockey Club is the premier Tier II travel ice hockey organization that serves the greater Richmond metropolitan area. For 16 years, we have fielded competitive travel teams from the Mite to the Midget age group. The travel season starts the first week in September, 2011 and runs through the end of February, 2012.

Our teams play as part of the Chesapeake Bay Hockey League (“CBHL”), which consists of 22 organizations that geographically cover a region from Charlottesville and Hampton Roads, VA to Easton and Hagerstown, MD. Last year, the CBHL consisted of 195 teams divided into 23 divisions across six age groups.

The CBHL is the only Tier II league in Virginia/Maryland that is sanctioned by the Potomac Valley Amateur Hockey Association (“PVAHA”), an affiliate of the USA Hockey Southeastern District. We play in a highly structured league environment, play additional non-league games against area and out-of-state USA Hockey sanctioned teams, and compete in various invitational tournaments throughout the Eastern United States and Canada.

The Richmond Royals are proud to announce evaluation and tryout dates for the 2011-12 season.

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May 12 (5:10-6:30pm)

May 17 (5:30-6:50pm)

Squirt (2001-2002)

May 19 (5:10-6:30pm)

May 24 (5:30-6:50pm)

PeeWee (1999-2000)

May 12 (6:40-8:00pm)

May 17 (7:00-8:20pm)

Bantam (1997-1998)

May 19 (6:40-8:00pm)

May 24 (7:00-8:20pm)

U16 Midget (1995-1996)

May 19 (8:10-9:30pm)

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U18 Midget (1993-1994)

May 12 (8:10-9:30pm)

May 17 (8:30-9:50pm)

We encourage all players to attend both sessions at their respective age groups, but it is not mandatory. Players must attend at least one tryout session. U16 Major birth year players (1995 birth year) may elect to try out at the U18 level.

For Mite age players, the Richmond Royals will follow the USA Hockey and CBHL ADM model for development.

Tryout fees are $35 for Mite, Squirt and PeeWee age players ($25 if paid prior to May 6), and $75 for Bantam and Midget players ($60 if paid prior to May 6). Open house meetings will be held at the rinks during tryouts to provide additional information and answer questions. In the interim, general Royals information and tryout applications can be found at:

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but never had a 30-win season,” Proffitt said.

But then the rains came and games were canceled, shortening win opportunities and stalling out momentum. “If we hadn’t lost some games to rain I think this would have been the year,” Proffitt said.

Further dark clouds appeared as the offense disappeared down the stretch, seeing the Yellow Jacket team that was 21-7 end their year 21-13. After beating Emory & Henry 12-0 on April 9, R-MC scored only three runs over their final six games.

But one shinning light that cut through it all came in the form of a highlight season from a highly unexpected source- freshman pitcher Brandi Wilson.

Not even considered a potential impact player when the season began, Wilson finished the year with 55.2 innings pitched, notched 54 strikeouts and only gave up only three walks.

How impressive are those numbers? In comparison, the NCAA requires a minimum of 80 innings to categorize their D-III statistical leaders. Emory’s Bridget Holloway leads the nation at 0.25 walks per seven innings. Wilson’s numbers would place her at 0.38 over seven innings to

be ranked second in the nation.

Her 1.38 ERA would rank her 21st in D-III. And though walks versus strikeouts are not categorized, Wilson’s 54 Ks against 3 walks would place her by far as the leader in the ODAC conference and among the best in the nation.

But what makes Wilson’s standout season so impressive is where she came from.

Wilson was not a prized recruit coming out of high school, far from it.

In her

senior season at Goochland, Wilson’s Bulldogs went 8-9 and she was not a player who drew raves from college coaches, among those Proffitt, who admits he had not considered recruiting her. “I won’t lie to you,” he said. “I don’t mean like we looked at her and didn’t like her, she just wasn’t on our radar from a recruiting standpoint.”

Wilson contacted Proffitt late last spring about becoming a Yellow Jacket and made the team on the strength of references. “I knew enough people who knew her and we felt comfortable with having her come out in the fall,” Proffitt said.

As such Wilson had no expectations coming to R-MC. “I thought I could help them if they needed help and stuff,” she said. “Other than that it was kind of 50-50. I kind of didn’t know what I would be doing until the games started.”

During fall ball, Proffitt felt Wilson threw well but did not give an eye-catching performance. Therefore he had no plans to use her extensively when the season got under way.

Ironically, the opportunity for Wilson to prove herself was during the team’s first loss of the season. In a lopsided affair, No. 9 ranked Salisbury jumped out to a 6-0 lead in the first two innings in the initial game of an extended weekend for the see WILSON, pg. 41 ` Charlie Leffler/The Local

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R-MC freshman pitcher Brandi Wilson developed into an unexpected surprise for the Yellow Jacket softball team this season. Completely off the radar coming out of Goochland High School, Wilson finished the season with numbers that rival the nation’s best.

Yellow Jackets take ODAC Championship Jordan Walton earns MVP honors after tying NCAA doubles record Contributed report For the second time in four years, Randolph-Macon Baseball captured the ODAC Championship and the automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. On Saturday afternoon Lynchburg, the Yellow Jackets downed Bridgewater College 6-2 to cap a historic weekend. The championship marks the first time that R-MC has picked up four ODAC titles in the same year; swimming, man’s basketball, women’s basketball and baseball.

R-MC first baseman and Lee-Davis alum Jordan Walton was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player and tied the NCAA single season doubles record with his 27th double. Walton was joined

Photo courtesy of ODAC

The Randolph-Macon baseball team captured the 2011 ODAC Tournament championship in both dramatic and record-setting fashion.

on the first team by DH Cory Jackson (Patrick Henry), second baseman Greg Mitro and pitcher Dale Langford.

R-MC’s tournament run began in dramatic, record-setting fashion with a 1-0, inning win over Washington and Lee.

It was the longest game in the 35-year history of the ODAC Tournament.

With two out in the top of the 14th, Jackson led off with a single to left and Dustin Baellow took his place on the bag as a pinch-runner. With two outs,

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team. Therefore Proffitt decided to give Wilson a shot. “At that point we just said, ‘You know what, let’s get her some innings’,” he said.

Making her first appearance against a ranked team, Wilson was stunning. In four innings pitched the freshman gave up three hits, one run and six strikeouts and did not walk a batter.

“She completely shut them down,” Proffitt said. “They hadn’t made a bunch of substitutions, so it wasn’t like they had a different lineup in the game. It was the same lineup that scored seven runs in the first three innings. It really kind of turned our heads a little and we were like, ‘Wow!’ “It was really kind of a breakthrough game,” he said.

From that point on, Wilson became a regular part of the

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Though the R-MC offense stalled at season’s end, head coach Kevin Proffitt, above, could not be more pleased from the unexpected production of freshman pitcher Brandi Wilson.

rotation, going from reliever to starting four games. “She’s ended up getting a few more starts than honestly we probably would have anticipated,” Proffitt said. “She’s just throwing well.

She’s got good movement on the ball. She’s got nice velocity.

She’s got just enough difference between her fastball and her offspeed pitches.”

But it’s Wilson’s mentality that impressed Proffitt the most. “The big thing about her is her composure,” he said. “She doesn’t seem to get flustered

Brian Jordan (Goochland) singled to center to drive in Baellow for the win.

Starting on the mound, Kyle Hicks (Goochland) scattered five hits over eight scoreless innings.

Langford earned the win throwing six innings in relief. at anything…That’s one of the things that kind of jumps out to us as a coaching staff. She’s just real even keel. Nothing seems to bother her. She doesn’t get too excited when she does something extremely well and she certainly doesn’t show any signs of frustration or getting flustered if something’s not going her way.”

Wilson learned to stay composed playing against high-level competition night-in and nightout on her summer travel teams.

“I played travel ball since I was 10 so I’m kind of used to the level of intensity,” she said. “I was playing 18 and under since I was 15 so I got used to it really quick.

“Here you’ve got a very high level of intensity with the teams and stuff that you put a battle on,” she said. “You try to stay ahead every inning but the intensity level for me is not really that big of a change.”

Facing Lynchburg in their second round contest, Walton led R-MC to a 9-5 win, going 3-for-4 with two RBI to compliment his three doubles. Walton broke the ODAC single season record for doubles which was set in 2002. Peter Culver also finished 3-for-4 and drove in two runs. Jackson plated two with a double and a single while Jake Fletcher chipped in with three hits including a double.

In the tournament semifinals, R-MC reliever Dale Langford got out of a bases loaded, no out jam in the bottom of the ninth to secure the Yellow Jackets’ 6-5 win over Bridgewater College and earn a berth in the championship game.

Mitro paced R-MC at the plate going 3-for-5 with two RBI. Jay Lichter also totaled three hits and drove in a run. Walton went 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI and a stolen base. Jeb Weymouth see ODAC, pg. 43 `

It is clear that Wilson has found a home away from home in Ashland, showing the same enthusiasm for school as softball. “I like it down here,” she said. “The school is really nice.

Everywhere you walk to you say hi to somebody and they say hi back.”

Whether it’s academics or softball, Proffitt could not be more pleased with what he has seen from Wilson in her first season. “I think the sky’s the limit,” he said. “She has a really good work ethic. She’s not the kind of kid that’s going to take the success and treat it kind of stale. She’s going to keep working.

“As a person in general, she just seems hungry and always wants to do the very best she can,” Proffitt said.

And why not if you’re enjoying yourself? “I love it,” Wilson said. “The team’s great. The coaches are great.”

County players honored on AllODAC teams

JEB WEYMOUTH

Contributed report Randolph-Macon second baseman Greg Mitro and center fielder Jeb Weymouth (Hanover) were named First Team All-ODAC Baseball last week.

Mitro, a Second Team AllODAC choice in 2009, hit .315 with a homerun, 12 doubles and 23 RBI. The senior righty started at second base in all 34 of the Yellow Jackets’ games this season.

Weymouth, who was selected Second Team All-ODAC as a freshman last season, earned a spot on the 2011 First Team after batting .343 with a homerun, a triple, 11 doubles and 26 RBI. The sophomore boasts a .442 on base percentage while also swiping five bases.

First baseman Jordan Walton (Lee-Davis) earned a Second Team nod after leading R-MC and ranking second in the ODAC with a .438 batting average. Walton led the league in three offensive categories with 63 hits, 21 doubles and 47 RBI. Brian Jordan (Goochland) and Cory Jackson (Patrick Henry) joined Walton as second teamers. Jordan batted .341 with two homeruns, two triples, seven doubles and 20 RBI. Jackson posted a .333 average and also knocked two homeruns, two triples, 11 doubles and 26 RBI.

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Tournament brings top teams to Mechanicsville Lee-Davis’ Lewis gets win #300

By Jim Ridolphi Special Correspondent Playing through their vacation is nothing new for the Lee-Davis varsity baseball team.

While most of their classmates were taking it easy with a week off, the Confederates hosted four games in two days as part of their annual Spring Break Tournament.

The event formerly known as the North-South Tournament featured eight teams, most from within the region. Lee-Davis along with Douglas Freeman, Mills Godwin and Hermitage hosted games for the two day event while St. Christopher’s, Steward, Benedictine and Stafford took on the visitor’s roles making the short journey between venues.

“This is a great tournament and it’s great to have these schools participating,” said Lee-Davis coach Kenny Lewis.

“It’s always good baseball and a good learning experience for the kids.”

Lee-Davis and Benedictine

Photos by Jim Ridolphi/For The Local

Above: Lee-Davis’ Adam Smith dives back to second under Benedictine’s second baseman.

Right: Lee-Davis hurler Jacob Perks pitched five strong innings for the C-Feds in the opener against Benedictine.

got things started in the opener at Mechanicsville. The C-Feds entered the game ranked fourth in the region and the Cadets slotted at ninth. The matchup reflected the top to bottom competitiveness of this year’s lineup for both teams.

The Cadets and Confederates wasted no offensive time in their matchup. Both teams pushed

across a run in the first inning.

The Cadets added another in the second. They seemed poised to add to the lead in the third until L-D second baseman Chad Woodell pulled off a spectacular triple play to end the threat.

The C-Feds added one in the third and two in the fourth and went up 5-2 by the end of five innings.

Photos by Frank Straus/For The Local

At last week’s Commonwealth Challenge, Randolph-Macon seniors Eric Pugh and Danny Jones got to hoop it up with the state’s best and sign autographs for fans. At right: Jones, second from right, shares some pregame moments with teammates Jamie Skeen (VCU), Dan Geriot (UR), Joey Rodriguez (VCU) and Brandon Rozzell (VCU).

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That set the stage for Cadet catcher Zach Matthews, who used his behind the plate knowledge to launch a Michael Folds curve ball over the left field fence.

“I knew it had to be a curve coming,” Matthews said. “He’d thrown two straight fast balls.”

Cadets coach Sean Ryan said it even more simply. “Zach hit a

mistake.”

Lewis said the curve ball that caught the fat part of the plate is a mistake you can’t make on the mound. “It’s just something you can’t do. That pitch shouldn’t even be close,” he said. “But the

tournament is a learning experience and all you can do is learn from your mistakes.”

Benedictine scored another run on a Michael Childress single that plated Griffin Flinn and see C-FEDS, pg. 43 `

ODAC Continued from pg. 41 b

(Hanover) and Peter Culver chipped in with two hits each.

Randolph-Macon starter Michael Helbig picked up the win after allowing four earned runs on ten hits and striking out four in eight innings on the mound. Langford gave up just two hits and no runs with one strikeout for his third save of the season.

Andrew Hacker (Lee-Davis) chipped in with two hits for Bridgewater.

The Yellow Jackets raced out to a 5-0 lead by the fifth inning then watched as the Eagles climbed back into the contest.

BC led off the bottom of the ninth with a pair of singles from Brett Howell and Jake Wade.

Alex Nuttycombe then singled down the left line to plate Howell and pull the Eagles within two at 6-4. Bryan Sanderson followed

Photo courtesy of ODAC

Randolph-Macon junior Jordan Walton stretches out for a play at first during the ODAC championship game. Walton, a Lee-Davis alum, tied the NCAA single-season doubles record and earned Tournament MVP honors.

with an RBI single to cut the advantage to one. A bunt single from Devon Snow then loaded the bases with no outs and the heart of the Bridgewater lineup due to the plate.

Langford then induced a

comebacker groundout before striking out Jonathan Mason for the second out of the inning.

Hacker then stepped to the plate and hit a fly ball to right which was tracked down by the Jackets’ rightfielder Jake Fletcher for the

33rd Railroad Run on April 30 C-FEDS forms can be found at the Contributed report Have you dusted off your running shoes and hit the pavement? If so, it’s time to register to “Race the Rail” in Ashland’s 33rd Railroad Run. This year’s Run will take place on Saturday, April 30. The 10K component of the race is a US Track and Field Certified 10K Course. New to the 10K Race is the use of Chronotrack Bib Tag Timing presented by KaleRunning.com.

The race also includes a 5K Fun Run/Walk and a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run for ages 3-12. In addition, this eco-friendly race includes a Green Fair featuring environmental vendors as well as local farmers and suppliers.

Race organizers encourage runners to be green and do their event registration online at http://www.raceit.com/ register/?event=3123. On-line registration closes at midnight on Thursday, April 28.

Race registration forms can also be mailed in. Registration

Richard Gillis Library in Ashland and can also be printed off by visiting www.hanoverarts.org.

The 10K Run has a 9 a.m. start time. The registration fee is $30 per person. For the “no tshirt option” deduct $5.00 from each registration.

The 5K Fun Run/Walk has an 8 a.m. start time. The registration fee is $35 per person. For the “no t-shirt option” deduct $5.00 from each registration.

The Kids 1 Mile Fun Run is $10 per child and includes a free t-shirt with registration. Parents may accompany children at no additional charge for this race.

Packet Pick-up Day will be held at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center on Friday, April 29 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. or on race day morning beginning at 7 a.m.

For more information call 804-798-2728 or e-mail info@ hanoverarts.org. Visit www. hanoverarts.org for all race details.

Continued from pg. 42 b

knotted the game at five.

The teams couldn’t score in the seventh, but the Cadets took advantage of extra innings and pushed two across in the top of the eighth. Andrew Woods who started the game at third but finished on the mound, hit a sac fly that scored Flinn. Colton Konvicka scored on a throwing error and the Cadets had a tworun lead entering the bottom of the inning.

The C-Feds didn’t go down without a fight and loaded the bases but couldn’t produce the final hit they needed.

“We put ourselves in a position to win and that’s all you can really ask for,” Lewis said. “It was a good close game,” he added.

The coach said the third inning triple play was the first in his 19year coaching career.

The teams didn’t have time to ponder the results, as both prepared for the second contest of the day, followed by two more on Thursday. It was a challenge

third and final out.

The Yellow Jackets faced off against Bridgewater once again in the championship. James Bierlein started on the mound for R-MC and allowed two runs on six hits while striking out five for coaches and players, and required maximized efficiency, according to Cadet coach Sean Ryan.

“You have to play team baseball to compete well in a tournament like this,” he said.

“Everyone on the team has a chance to contribute and it requires team effort.”

Escaping Mechanicsville with a victory, Ryan said the short time for reflection might be a good thing. “I didn’t think we played well at the beginning of the game,” he said pointing to four errors on the Cadet scorecard. “But I really liked the way we came back at the end and played solid. I guess you could say I hated the way we played early but loved the way we played late.”

Lee-Davis rectified a shaky first day of competition with two victories on Thursday. The team’s second win of the day ended Steward’s 17-game winning streak but that wasn’t the only milestone of the day for the Confederates as Lewis recorded his 300th career win.

to pick up the 6-2 win. Langford retired all three batters he faced in the ninth to secure the title.

Walton finished Saturday’s contest 3-for-5 with a double and an RBI to tie the NCAA record for single season doubles.

Mitro went 3-for-5 in the championship game with two RBI. BC jumped ahead in the fourth when Kevin Kirk led off the inning with a single, stole second and then scored on a Hacker groundout.

R-MC tied the game in the top of the seventh after Walton led off with a single then advanced to third on a Mitro double before scoring on a Lichter groundout.

The Eagles re-tied the game in the bottom of the seventh when Jay Thompson scored on a Wade RBI single.

But R-MC rallied for three runs in the eighth, two coming on a Mitro single to left after Weymouth gave the Yellow Jackets the lead with a sacrifice

fly.

“For a high school coach to win 300 games is quite an accomplishment,” said LeeDavis activities director Della Childress. “It shows the kind of program he’s run in his 19 years as a head coach.”

Overall, Lewis was pleased with seeing what his team could show him. “Day two did go well..got some real good pitching from Michael Thomas in game one and Jordan Boze in game two,” he said.” Bats also came to life in the second day.. overall, I think we are set to come down the home stretch of the season..the tournament gave us some answers we were looking for.”

Highlights: Casey Fox (SC) 2 for 4, HR, 2B, 2 RBIs, 2 runs, 6 K’s; Jack English (SC) 3 for 4, HR, 2B, 2 RBIs, 2 runs; Sean King (LD) 1 for 2, SB. Records: St. Christopher’s 12-3; LeeDavis 6-3 Lee-Davis 10, Steward 0 Steward................ 000 00 — 0 2 2 Lee-Davis............ 301 42 — 10 13 0 Phillips, White (4), Sizemore (5) and Simms; Boze and Parsley. L — Phillips.

Records: Steward 18-1; Lee-Davis 8-3 Lee-Davis 8, Stafford 3 Stafford.............. 200 001 0 — 3 6 1 Lee-Davis........... 300 104 x — 8 9 1 Harley, Salyers (5) and Sullivan; Thomas and Parsley. L — Harley.

Highlights: Ryan Leake (S) 1 for 3, 2run HR; Josh Lam (L) 2 for 3, HR, 3 RBIs, 2 runs; Jordan Boze (L) 2 for 4, 2B, RBI; Michael Thomas (L) 15 K’s.

Records: Stafford 6-7

Benedictine 7, Lee-Davis 5 Benedictine....110 003 02 — 7 12 4 Lee-Davis...... 101 210 00 — 5 5 2 J. Wood, Milliken (5), Woods (7) and Matthews, Wood (5); Perks, Folds (6), Thomas (7), Smith (8) and Parsley. W — Woods. L — Smith.

Records: Benedictine 13-2; LeeDavis 6-2 St. Christopher’s 7, Lee-Davis 3 St. Chris............ 000 034 0 — 7 13 2 Lee-Davis.......... 010 011 0 — 3 3 0 Fox and Stanchina; Lam, Lavin (5), Folds (6), McCullough (7) and Parsley, Caudell (7). L — Lavin.

A Culver run scoring sacrifice fly and an RBI single from Walton stretched the R-MC lead to 6-2 heading into the bottom of the ninth.

2011 ODAC Baseball All-Tournament Team Most Outstanding Player: Jordan Walton R-MC P: Dale Langford R-MC P: Joesph Lucas BC C: Devon Snow BC 1B: Jordan Walton R-MC 2B: Greg Mitro R-MC SS: Alex Nuttycombe 3B: Hunter Lewis OF: Brian Bialecki GC OF: Mike Walters LC OF: Jonathan Mason BC DH: Cory Jackson R-MC

R-MC has three home games remaining in their regular season. On Saturday, April 30 the Yellow Jackets host York , Pa. in a double-header at 1/3:30 p.m..

The Yellow Jackets then close out the regular season with a Senior Day matchup against Mary Washington on May 1 at 1 p.m.

WEYMOUTH Continued from pg. 41 b

Catcher Jay Lichter (Varina) picked up an Honorable Mention nod after batting .307 with seven doubles and 20 RBI. Hampden-Sydney’s Beau Flinchum (Hanover) was named to the All-ODAC second team as a second baseman.

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HANOVER COUNTY ELECTION DISTRICT REDISTRICTING PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has scheduled a public hearing on the proposed reapportionment of County election (magisterial) districts, including changes in election district and precinct boundaries, and polling place locations, for Wednesday May 4, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover Virginia.

THE REAPPORTIONMENT OF ELECTION DISTRICT BOUNDARIES HAS ABSOLUTELY NO EFFECT ON SCHOOL DISTRICT BOUNDARIES. Recommended Redistricting Plan Changes The recommended redistricting plan changes the election district for 6,861 people (6.9% of the County’s population). A summary of population additions to each election district is as follows: Ashland District – add 2,175 population from the Kings Charter area along Atlee Station Road (presently in the Chickahominy District).

Beaverdam District – add 988 population from the US-301 corridor in the Hanover High School area (presently in the Ashland District). Add 813 population from the Montpelier area (north of US-33) (presently in the South Anna District).

Chickahominy District – add 272 population from the area between Verdi Lane and Shady Grove Road. Add 920 population from Crown Colony/Royal Glen subdivision area (both areas presently in the Henry District). Add 262 population from Pearson Corner area (presently in the Ashland District).

Cold Harbor District – see Mechanicsville and Henry Districts for population adjustments.

Henry District – add 742 population from the old church area (southeast of US-360 north of Old Church Road) (presently in the Cold Harbor District).

Mechanicsville District – add 16 population from Creighton Parkway/Walnut Grove intersection area (presently in the Cold Harbor District).

South Anna District – add 673 population in the Cobbs Road, Kosmo Village, and north Elmont areas (presently in the Beaverdam District).

The recommended redistricting plan maintains the current total number of precincts at 34, but affects 22 of 34 precincts (12 have no change). The proposal moves four polling places to new locations. A summary of the precinct and polling place changes is available on the County’s web page.

Copies of redistricting information are available for review at the Hanover County Administration Office, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover,VA 23069, and on the County’s redistricting web page at www.co.hanover.va.us/board/ redistrict/default.htm. For more information, please contact Kevin Nelson, Hanover County GIS Manager, at knelson@co.hanover.va.us or contact the Planning Department between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at (804) 365-6171. Alternative redistricting proposals may be considered by the Board of Supervisors at the May 4, 2011 public hearing.

Kevin R. Nelson Geographic Information Systems Manager

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HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS CARPENTRY Affordable Home Repairs Carpentry, Roofing, Siding, Replacement Windows Gutters & Decks.

Lic/Ins. Jim Martin, 347-3812

FLOORS

HOUSEWASHING

Hardwood Installation & Refinishing. Laminate & Tile flooring also. Licensed & Insured.

Call Derrick 804-928-6564.

BL&G Powerwashing Lic / Ins. Houses, Decks, Fences etc. Deck Sealing & Staining avail. Free Est, Donald Cassity 317-9156, 779-0349.

GARAGES/GARAGE DOORS

CHIMNEY CLEANING

Mechanicsville Garage Door Sales & Service.

254-0398

Hanover Chimney Sweeps - Serving area since 1981. Ins. Chimney & Gutter Cleaning. 746-1056

CONCRETE/BRICK

GENERAL REPAIRS

Mechanicsville Masonry Free Estimates. Licensed and Insured Small Residential Projects (804) 754-6722

Parmelee Construction & Trim Int/Ext Doors, Windows, Interior Molding/Trim Decks, Custom Carpentry. Call 678-9606

Hanover Handy Services - P o w e r w a s h i n g Houses, Decks, Gutter Cleaning Licensed & Insured. Call 363-8393 JAY-M’S POWER WASHING Houses, Decks, Driveways Free Estimates - Licensed & Insured 730-4969 / 363-6988

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Mobile Perfection Auto Detailing & Powerwashing.

Locally Owned & operated for 10 Years! Lic/Ins. Call Now for Spring House & Deck wash SPECIALS, 804-539-9682. www.mpadrichmond.com

10% off with this ad - DRIVEWAY SEAL COATING Hand Applied - Commercial Grade Call Seal This! LLC 248-1654 www.richmondsealing.com

New Homes, Additions, Florida Rooms, Garages, Decks, Interior Trim, Masonry, Pole Barns, Railings & More. Licensed/Insured. Call Murphy & Toland Inc. for your free estimate, 804-912-5222.

Steve’s Professional Power Washing visit www.stevespowerwashing.net Res. & Comm. Exteriors- vinyl sidings, decks, fences, & more. Lic & Ins, Free estimates- 833-4875

Charles Stanley, Jr. Paving & Sealing Early Bird Special!

Free Estimates. Call 804-925-3999

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

LAWN CARE

DRIVEWAYS

ROCK DUST FOR SALE For Pricing to Your location Call Harold, 339-5537

HANDYMAN

Stoneman Paving Co. Inc. Res/Com. Asphalt, Concrete, Seal Coating & Striping, Driveways, Patios, & Pool Decks. Lic/Ins. 20 yrs. exp. 746-9102 stonemanpaving.com

ELECTRICAL Always Call Brent Electric Master Electrician 30 yrs. exp.

Lifetime Mech Res. Free Est. Lic/Ins. 804-833-5184

Lloyds Electrical Service Inc. For all your wiring needs.

Res. & Comm. Class-A, Lic & Ins. Free Estimates. 746-3650 / 909-2253

BERBERICH HAULING Serving Mechanicsville Since 1988 Trees, Bushes, Junk 779-3118 or 334-0919

HEATING/AC BELL CREEK Heating- Cooling Service & Preventative Maintenance.

31 yrs exp. Lic. BBB 559-1045.

HOME REPAIRS Stanley Home Improvement 10% off Winter Special All repairs done thru Mar Repairs inside & out, No job too small.

Licensed & Insured Ken 262-8845

FENCING **Fence Scapes** Custom Wood, Chain-Link, Vinyl, Aluminum & Railings. Lic. & Ins. Free Estimates. 559-8797 *SUPERIOR FENCE CO* for the BEST VALUE on a Quality Wood Fence. Call 559-2211 Repairs & Improvements of All Sizes Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates.

Winters Fencing 627-2935 Best Prices!

Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates.

FLOORS Carpet, Vinyl, VCT, Wood, Laminate, Ceramic Virginia Flooring Specialists Free Estimates (804)-244-1239 Check out our Specials & Photos on Facebook

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HAULING

Hauling of Junk and Scrap Metal Call Russ at 572-8690

Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service.

Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044

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BY GEORGE HANDYMAN SERVICES, LLC. No Job Too Small. Free Estimates.

804-357-5552

C.A.E. Home Repair & Renovation Services specializing in Siding & Trim, Replacement Windows & Doors, Storm Damage, Rotten Wood, Painting, Carpentry & flooring. Copper & aluminum Guttering.

Save BIG Bucks, call now 804-267-9374.

DAC Home Improvements Carpentry, Tiling, Wood Floors, Painting, Patios No job is too small! Call 339-2476 Drywall Repairs- Small jobs welcome.

Clean & Dependable. Licensed & Insured 30 years experience. Dean~ 803-8417

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Herring Home ImprovementWindows, Decks, Sheds, Repairs.

Licensed & Insured. Call 537-5755

Affordable Yard Work.

Average size yard, $30. Cut & Trim.

Call 804-402-8918 RJ. Davis Lawn Care, Inc.

TREE SERVICE ELLIS TREE SERVICE, LLC. Mike Ellis, Cert. Arborist MA-5162A Take Downs, Trimming, Stump Grinding 24 Hr. Emergency Services Available Competitive Pricing - Over 18 yrs. Exp. Insured / Free Estimates 746-4408 Ernie’s Tree Service - Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding. Free Est. 75ft. Bucket Truck. BBB. 730-6563 or 833-9663 Howard Tree Service Trimming & Take Downs.

Stump Removal. If it’s tree work - we do it! Insured. Free Est. Michael 746-7546 or 779-7011 day/night. MC/VISA/Discover.

L & J Tree Service, LLC. Bucket Truck & Climbing Services Stump Removal, 24 hr. Emergency Service Free Estimates. Fully Insured.

10% Discount for Military & Seniors Call 687-6442 or 798-5004

Trimming, Topping, Tree & Stump Removal, Firewood. Lic. & Ins. / Res. & Comm.

804-937-3671 William A. Silva Jr., Owner/Operator

Complete Lawn Care Service,

www.ElliottTreeService.com Pruning & Removals Residential & Commercial Fully Licensed & Insured Certified Arborist -MA-0454A Call for FREE Quote 804 559-8733 Prepare your trees for April showers.

Soaked grounds cause trees to uproot easily.

798-0492 rjdavislawncare.com NORMAN’S TREE & LAWN CARE SERVICE. GRASS CONTRACTS, SEEDING, AERATION, MULCHING, LEAF REMOVAL, TRACTOR WORK & MORE. FREE EST. LICENSED & INSURED. CALL 769-7197 1-Call for all your Lawn Care needs. Mulching, Aerating, Grass Contracts & more. Insured. Free Est. L & J Landscaping & Tree Service, LLC. 687-6442 or 798-5004

Affordable and Dependable Lawn Care & Yard Work Lance’s Lawn Care, Call 833-1560. Free Estimates A-Plus Lawn Care - Friendly & Professional.

Grass Cutting-most yards $45. Other services offered. Mechanicsville & Richmond Resident 40+ yrs. Lic. & Ins. Call for a free estimate, 833-4539

TREE SERVICE

Spring Special 20% Off Any Job Over $500

TREE SERVICE Norman’s Tree Service Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, etc.

No Job too BIG or small. Lic/Ins. Free Estimates.

Call 769-7197 or 387-3161 ADAM S. MEDEK MEDEK TREE SERVICE, INC. Resid. & Comm. Services Tree Removal, Pruning, Stump Grinding Emergency Services Class A VA License Fully Insured – accepting VISA/MC/AmEx Call today for your FREE EST.746-8580 A People’s Tree Service- Professional work at a reasonable rate. Ins. Free Est. Mulch. Call 730-2163 1% DONATED TO ST. JUDES CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

“Where Value Exceeds The Cost”

Dangerous Tree Removal Lot Clearing Storm Cleanup Snow Removal www.alltreeandstump.com

(804) 387-0660 Free Estimates

Discounts for Senior Citizens, Military, Firefighters and Police Officers

Veteran Owned & Operated • Licensed & Insured

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HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS LAWN CARE BUBBA’S grass cutting & trimming.

Small garden plots.

Call 382-6394 Complete Lawn Care - Mowing, Driveways Graded, Bushhogging, & General Tractor Work. Call 338-1664.

Greendale Home & Lawn - Comm/Res. Lawn Cutting, Seeding, Fertilizing, Mulch Delivery, Gutters, Pressure Washing. Lic/Ins. Call 873-9722 KBLC Lawn Care, LLC. Resid. & Comm. Services Mulch installation & Delivery Grass cutting & Yard Clean Up. Call Today for your FREE Estimate@ (804) 779-2860 10% Off Spring Cleaning for New Customers. Fully Insured.

KJLC Commercial Grounds Maintenance Commercial & Residential Landscape Grading, Pavers, Sidewalk, Patios & Retaining Walls, Drainage, Weed Control, Fertilization, Aeration, Seeding, Pruning, Mulch. Call 746-0827, ext. 2.

LAWN CARE PLUS - Complete Affordable Lawn Care from weekly yard cuts to complete yearly maintenance. Fully Lic/Ins. Certified. Free estimates. Locally Owned & Operated. 301-8626 LAWN CARE - Residential & Commercial.

Locally Owned & Operated.

For Free Estimate, call 721-4922 Mulch - 746-1281 Bark Mulch Shredded & Colored Mulch.

Small/Large Loads Delivered.

MULCH-Double Shredded Hardwood & dyed mulch. Screened Top Soil.

Call 994-2878 or 339-0722 Neat & Green Lawn Service Fully Insured Call 543-9979 Sandy Valley Lawn Care - Insured Pruning, Yard Clean Up, Mulching Mowing, Complete Lawn Care 779-7046

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT Community Day Support Coach Part-time Position Hanover Adult Center in Mechanicsville accepting applications for the following positions: PT Community Day Support Coach. Hours are Monday Friday, 8:00am -2:30pm.

Individual to provide community day support to individuals who are intellectually challenged. Must have completed high school and have excellent verbal and written skills. Must have use of personal vehicle to transport individuals into the community (current VA vehicle insurance and positive VA driver’s license required). Resumes may be sent to 7231 Stonewall Parkway, Mechanicsville, VA. 23111 and applications accepted between the hours of 10-12 and 2-4.

LAWN CARE

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT KING WILLIAM COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT WATERWORKS OPERATOR/UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER

PAINTING

Need your lawn mowed, your flower beds mulched, shrubs trimmed? Call Leatherheads Lawn Care for a free quote. Owned & operated by a professional firefighter offering honest, trustworthy, services. We are dedicated to your happiness. Call Chris (804)221-3485 leatherheadslawncare@gmail.com

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

PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting.

Licensed/Insured. 264-9352

PLUMBING Browning Plumbing Services, Inc. Home & Commercial Plumbing Repairs Backflow Testing and Repairs Serving Mechanicsville & Surrounding Areas Reasonable Rates. Call 559-4766 Gary’s Plumbing Repair Service. Lic./Ins. 218-1467 It Fitz Plumbing 30 Years Experience Repair & Renovation Call 804-767-0979

ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential.

Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531 A Women’s Touch to make your home Beautiful!

Inter/Exter. Comm. & Res. Painting. Call for FREE estimate & color consultation Diane’s Painting 651-6134 or 437-0612. www.dianespainting.com Berberich General Contracting - Local Interior & Exterior Painting and Powerwashing Servicing Mechanicsville Since 1988 Call 779-3118 or 334-0919 C.M.T. Painting & Powerwashing Fence and Deck Staining & Sealing Interior & Exterior - Licensed & Insured 901-1593 or 447-0787

DAVE’S PAINTING COMPANY 730-4263 E.J. HornungExcellent References.

Interior & Exterior. Great Rates. 746-5613 John Saylor’s Painting - 35 years experience.

Free estimates. Licensed & Insured.

Call 795-2164 or 305-5396.

Painting By George Interior & Exterior Reasonable Rates. Call 550-3260

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT Landscape: Assistant Gardener PT- 15-20 hrs/wk $8.50-10/hr Enjoy gardening & landscaping duties at beautiful estate settings.

Must be on time, flexible, enthusiastic, responsible, and able to work independently.

Good DMV record/ valid driver license a must Experience or will train the right candidate Email - e.burrell@comcast.net www.givingtreeltd.com Medek Tree Service, Inc. is currently accepting applications for Bucket Operator, Climber, and Grounds Person. Must have Drivers License (CDL a plus) Benefits include: Paid Vac. Holidays, Medical & 401K. (804)746-8580

Paul Brown Plumbing - 28 years in business.

New Residential, Light Commercial, Renovations, Additions & Service. We do it all! Senior Citizen Discounts. Call for free estimate, 804-746-5030.

ROOFING A W Austin/ Q R & R Vinyl Siding, Thermal Windows, Seamless Alum. gutters, Roofing & Painting, 5 yr. warr. Free Est. Class A #2705042498A. Insured. Call 226-9293.

King William County is now accepting applications for the full time permanent position of Waterworks Operator/Utility Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department. Primary functions include but not limited to assistance in the operation and maintenance of the county waterworks systems, operations of chemical feed equipment for treatment processes, water meter reading and water sampling for compliance with VDH requirements. Knowledge of Miss Utility and construction practices of waterworks. Works with staff, engineering and contractors for upgrades or repairs to waterworks systems. Other responsibilities include assisting the Public Works staff in support efforts with buildings and grounds maintenance.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from high school and 3 to 5 years work experience in waterworks and building and grounds maintenance or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Personal computer experience required. Must have excellent oral and written communications skills, ability to work independently and as a member of a team. A class V waterworks license is required. Position requires ability to be on call for emergencies.

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The hiring range is expected to be approximately $26,000 to $31,000. Applications may be accessed online at http://king williamcounty.us/employment opportunities.htm, picked up in the Public Works Department in the Administration Building at the Court House Complex or requested by telephone at (804) 769-4962.

Open until filled.

PCT Remodeling Tile / Kitchens & Baths Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. Call 264-9352

King William County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, or physical handicap.

WALLPAPERING

Hair Stylist - 2-Booth Rentals Available & Nail Tech - 1- Booth Rental Available. Low Rent & 1st Month Free! Make own schedule. Great Money & Many Extras. Call Mickey, 339-7993 .

Davidson Roofing Co. Residential roofing & repair specialist. Lic/ Ins. GAF authorized installer. Free Est. George Davidson 804-672-0540 / 804-263-5121.

BBB. www.davidsonroofing.com

Wallpaper Hanging & Removal. References.

Reliable. Call Jane Watkins 746-9025

Email us at news@mechlocal.com or sports@mechlocal.com

Golf Course Maintenance Employees Mattaponi Springs Golf Club in Ruther Glen, VA. is currently seeking employees to work as grounds staff. Call John Destino 633-2828.

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT Wait Staff & Golf Staff Mattaponi Springs Golf Club is seeking enthusiastic, outgoing, reliable individuals to join our team as (part-time/seasonal) Wait Staff (must be at least 21). Cook, Golf Shop and Outside Golf Staff.

Playing Privileges on an Award Winning Course, Discounted Meals, Uniforms Provided. Apply in person at 22490 Penola Rd Ruther Glen, VA. or Call 804-633-7888.

WANTED PEOPLE TO GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT! Do you want to lose more than 10 pounds? Join our weight loss challenge and get paid $1.00 for every pound you lose in 30 days. Contact Lisa at (804)836-2629 or innerfitness@ymail.com

Legal Notices PROPOSALS, SEALED BIDS, RFPS HANOVER COUNTY, VA ITB #11-021305-2188TP - Sealed bids for Grass Cutting and Grounds Maintenance Services, Hanover County Department of Public Utilities, due prior to 2:00 p.m., May 13, 2011. A pre-bid conference will be held for this solicitation in the Board of Supervisors’ Auditorium, County government Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, VA at 11:00 am, April 29, 2011. Details: Hanover County Purchasing, PH: (804) 365-6105, also: www.co.hanover.va.us and eVA -VBO website: www.eva.virginia.gov.

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Almost 2,100 sq. ft. vinyl-sided Colonial in Atlee High School District, 4 BRs plus a sitting room off master, walk-up attic and garage (perfect for storage), 2-zone heating & cooling, formal rooms w/wood f loors, front country porch, paved drive and OneYear ERA Warranty. $229,900.

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VIRTUAL TOUR $374,950

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

Well maintained featuring almost 3,300 sq ft with additional 648 unfinished sq ft, formal living & dining rooms, family room w/ brick fp, huge kitchen with all appliances conveying, 5 BR’s including a master suite with a jetted tub, rec room, full size utility room, 3 car garage, 2 zone heating & cooling sitting on an ACRE LOT! This is truly a VIRTUAL TOUR must see! $375,000

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AMAZING 2 ACRE LOT TONS OF PRIVACY

Over 2,200 Sq Ft, 4 BR’s including a master suite w/ a jetted tub, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen w/ granite & gas cooking, family room w/ gas fp, wood floors throughout first floor, full size utility room, vinyl siding & windows, 2 car garage, 2 zone heating & cooling, front porch, rear deck plus one year ERA warranty.

VIRTUAL TOUR $294,950.

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Almost 2,400 sq ft, vinyl siding & windows, new dimensional roof, kitchen w/Maple cabinets, new Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances & huge breakfast nook, large great room w/ brick FP, formal DR w/ wd flrs, big Florida room, fresh landscaping, 2 car garage, and more on a huge lot w/ privacy. Turn Key Ready! $277,500 VIRTUAL TOUR

Open & Spacious Transitional Ranch Style Home w/ over 1,700 sq. ft. formal dining room w/ wd flrs, eat-in kitchen w/all appliances conveying, family room w/wd flrs & brick fp, 3BR’s including a master suite w/ it’s own bath & walk-in closet, front porch, detached tool shed, rear deck, paved drive, and a park like setting fenced VIRTUAL TOUR backyard. $188,500

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Renovated brick & vinyl-sided Rancher with open floor plan! Three bedrooms with an unbelievable master suite with two walk-in closets, two full baths, updated kitchen, wood floors throughout, three car detached garage, electric heat pump & central air, cull front porch, huge rear deck, fenced back yard plus one year ERA Warranty.

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Almost 1,300 sq. ft., and why pay new prices if you do not have to. New carpet, everything is freshly painted, and all kitchen appliances stay. New heat pump, central air, and hot water heater. Low monthly fees. Hanover High School District.

VIRTUAL TOUR Only $153,500.

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