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Transfer site regulations will stay the same By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local County regulations regarding who can and can’t enter Hanover County’s various dump sites received a endorsement from the Board of Supervisors at last Wednesday’s regular meet-

ing. The panel voted to retain current guidelines that allow citizens to enter the sites with a county, Town of Ashland or solid waste decal. The decals are available at no charge to county residents and can be obtained at the Treasurer or the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office, the Department of Public Works or at the

county transfer sites. Director of Public Works Michael Flagg presented two options for the board to consider, but said his department recommended keeping things the way they are. Beaverdam representative Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley introduced the idea of allowing citizens to access the sites with proof of county resi-

dency such as a Virginia driver’s license would encourage more people to use the dump. Some residents simply don’t want the decals on their windshields. “I’ve stayed around these transfer stations asking questions,” Stanley said. “They like the idea of see TRANSFER, pg. 4 `

Chalkley plans to Polegreen Foundation seek re-election hosting Day of Prayer event Before 250 had been met. friends and support“I needed to ers at Burkwood answer only one Swim and Racquet question in deciding club, R.E. “Trip” to run again.” That Chalkley III, was ‘Did I keep my announced that he word?’ I can look was running for reyou in the eye and election to the office say without qualifiof Commonwealth’s cation, I did.” Attorney for CHALKLEY Chalkley noted Hanover County. that before he took Briefly addressoffice over one-fourth of the feling the crowd, Chalkley empha- ony indictments were disposed sized that his campaign prom- of by motion to nolle proseises of accessibility of his office qui (drop charges without trial) to the citizens and enhancing made by the Commonwealth’s cooperation between this office Attorney’s Office. More than 25 and the various law enforcement percent of cases where officers agencies that protect Hanover see CHALKLEY, pg. 4 `

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Refreshments will be offered by the Foundation. Organized in 2008, the commemorahe National Day of Prayer tive community program is co-sponwill be observed at 5:30 p.m. sored by several organizations and will on Thursday, May 5, at the represent various walks of life in our historic Polegreen Church community, including Bon Secours site at 6411 Heatherwood Drive in Memorial Regional Medical Center, the Mechanicsville. Virginia State Police and local churches. The Foundation and its community partners mark the 60th annual National Visitors will enjoy prayers offered by Day of Prayer by meeting at the site sig- these representatives for government on the federal, state and local levels, as well nificant to the Great Awakening period of American history, as well as the place as praying for members of the military. The ecumenical event has been where Hanover’s own Patrick Henry received his instruction on the principles attended by community leaders in the past, including Sen. Ryan T. McDougle, of religious freedom and civil liberty. R-4; Commonwealth’s Attorney R.E. The program will be less than an “Trip” Chalkley III; Supervisors G. Ed hour and is free to the public.

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Glen Grambo and his wife Joyce, Community Life pastor at the Hanover Church of the Nazarene, pray together at the church unity station at the 2008 National Day of Prayer observance held at the site of the historic Polegreen Church.

Via III and Robert R. Setliff; and Del. Christopher K. Peace, R-97, who is also the Foundation’s executive director. “Polegreen is the cradle of religious freedom,” Peace said. “I invite you to visit Polegreen and learn more about see POLEGREEN, pg. 4 `

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18 LOCAL NEWS Cole Trexler presented with Certificate of Recognition

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Unknown suspect(s) broke into location and stole items on Bienvenue Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Patrick Henry Rd.

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect stole items at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect stole items at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect stole items at location on Elm Dr.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Coverbrook Lane.

Informational report was taken at location on Atlee Station Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at location on Stumpy Rd.

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Wonderland Lane.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Woodside Lane.

Unknown suspect(s) broke into location on Cheroy Woods Lane.

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Unknown suspect stole item at location on Sliding Hill Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at location on Washington Hwy.

Suspect stole item at location on Ashland Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect stole items at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect fled the

Suspect assaulted victim at location on McClellan Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on I-295.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Clark Circle.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Cedar Lane.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at location on Walnut Grove Rd.

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the little round decal, but there are some people who just don’t want to do that.” He said his research indicated that some counties still allow citizens to enter the sites with a driver’s license as proof. Flagg said Stanley’s suggestion, or option B, would allow attendants to admit citizens who presented a valid Hanover address on their permits. Some members said that would place unnecessary workloads on employees, and could mean long waiting lines at the facilities. Each site would be supplied with an updated list of all Hanover addresses and the process would cause unnecessary delays. “The great thing about the decal is once we give it to them, they don’t have to stop,” Flagg said. In the end, the majority of supervisors opted for retaining the current policy. Ashland District Supervisor Ed Via supported the current policy and said he was concerned that citizens of other counties with Hanover mailing addresses would be able to gain access to the site. “My fear is that we will be having bootleg trash being brought into the county. There would be no way to control it,” Via said. Henry District Supervisor Charles “Chuck” McGhee said the current system

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the first freedoms we enjoy as Americans.” Patrick Henry, one of America’s most influential patriots and well-known for his “Give me liberty or give me death” speech, acquired the gift of oratory at Polegreen from Rev. Samuel Davies. For 12 years, Henry’s mother Sarah took young Patrick to

listen to Davies at Polegreen. Davies delivered his sermons with great conviction and often spoke of the freedom of conscience and individual liberty. After services, legend has it that Henry would recite those sermons back to his mother on their way home to nearby Studley Plantation. Sarah’s dissent from the established church was particularly noteworthy, considering that her brother-in-law and Henry’s namesake was the local

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allows flexibility for those who do not want to display the stickers. “We’re trying to accommodate the largest number of people in the county and get them to use our landfills and keep the people who don’t live here out,” he said. “I have no problem with the decal,” Stanley said. “I just think we needed some more options.” The board passed the measure, retaining the current policy by a 5-2 vote. A group of citizens who have land surrounding the Hanover County Airport watched silently as the board passed a resolution allowing county officials to condemn certain tracts to improve airport safety. The identified areas are located at the south end of the airport and are required by FAA regulations to ensure safety of incoming and outgoing flights. Trees have reached heights that are no longer within safety guidelines and the county must improve the facility. Apparently, the appraised price did not meet the affected landowners’ expectations and negotiations have been ongoing for two years. The approval for condemnation does not mean the county and the landowners cannot continue to attempt to resolve the issue. Flagg said the airport represents an important element of the county’s economic development, but stressed the county’s desire to work with the landowners. “The airport has a significant economic

had probable cause to arrest for a felony, where magistrates issued a felony warrant and a grand jury indicted for criminal activity, no trial was held. In 2010, only slightly more than 7 percent of felony indictments were not tried due to witnesses moving without notice and/or changes in law. “My office tries cases because cases that

impact,” Flagg said. “I’d like to acknowledge the property owners. In some ways, this has been a difficult process for them also, but these folks have been good to us, providing access and have been helpful and cooperative, friendly and considerate. We hope to continue to meet with them as we move through this process. Our goal is to reach agreement with these landowners and compensate them for these easements,” Flagg said. The county’s resolution allows the county to acquire avigation easements for the identified parcels, and does not require condemnation of actual property on the ground. The measure passed unanimously and no one from the public spoke during the hearing. In other matters, board members approved an application allowing the YMCA to construct athletic fields on about two acres near the Rutland subdivision. “I’m pleased that the Y is coming out doing this little project, and, hopefully, there will be additional growth connected to this,” Robert Setliff. who represents the Chickahominy District, said. South Anna Supervisor John Gordon said the committee selected to study highspeed Internet access for Hanover County is up and running. He praised his fellow supervisors’ choices for service on the volunteer committee that will explore highspeed options for the county.

Anglican minister. In recent years, the Foundation has enhanced the site with a timeline of the history of religious freedom, a state historic marker and a new visitor center and office building. Last year, Polegreen unveiled a new marker program called the Road to Revolution Heritage Trail (www.roadtorevolution.org), honoring the life of Patrick Henry. In 1990, the Historic Polegreen Church Foundation

are not tried cannot be won,” Chalkley said. “Every case we try sends the message that crime is not tolerated in Hanover and that criminal cases will be prosecuted,” he added. Chalkley emphasized that the credit for Hanover’s decrease in crime is to be shared between a citizenry that is involved and cares about Hanover, dedicated law enforcement agents and the members of his staff.

began its work to preserve the site now marked by the wellknown steel skeleton that outlines the original dimensions of the meetinghouse. Polegreen’s mission is to preserve the historic Polegreen Church site and commemorate the struggle for civil and religious freedom in Colonial Virginia by Rev. Samuel Davies and the Hanover Dissenters. For more information visit: www.historicpolegreen.org.

“The Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office in Hanover is as talented and dedicated as any such office in Virginia. The credit for the decrease in crime due to increased prosecution goes to my staff,” he said. Chalkley closed by again thanking the citizens of Hanover County and the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, the Ashland Police Department, the Virginia State Police and Hanover Fire/EMS for their support and said he looked forward to serving for four more years.

Hanover County IT firm joins forces with its biggest competitor Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com TecAccess, an information technology company based in Rockville, recently announced a deal that will give SSB Bart Group gradual ownership of a large stake in TecAccess over the next three years. The deal, which brings together two firms that help companies make their websites more accessible to people with disabilities, will give TecAccess a larger, more stable financial backing and will help McLean-based SSB Bart Group round out its product offerings. “We’re working with TecAccess to restructure and reorganize the company,” Tim Springer, CEO of SSB, said. Springer said that his company has been talking to TecAccess for four years about the possibility of the acquisition but that it wasn’t

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“We really felt it in the first half of 2010,” she said. In 2008, the company did $1.8 million in sales, but two years later budget cuts in the federal government, the largest industry the TecAccess serves, dealt a 40 percent hit to its bottom line. “The government pulled back on the type of contracts we provide,” Ruh said. “C o n t r a c t s were put on hold.” Ruh was forced to cut her staff from 25 to 12 over the past two years and needed a way to get back on her feet. “I grew my company to a great level, but I couldn’t get over the hump.” Ruh said SSB is providing some funding to add the new services and help TecAccess grow the business. “They brought stability to us,”

she said. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Springer will remain CEO of SSB and Ruh will remain CEO of TecAccess and take on a new role as chief marketing officer for SSB. SSB employs about 100 people, 50 percent of whom have disabilities. TecAccess will add a team of 11 to its staff that will work among the Richmond, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco locations. Ruh said the goal for the end of the year is $10 million in revenue between the two companies. SSB plans to acquire 49 percent of TecAccess within the next three years. “Now the focus is on how to continue to make a difference and make sure things are accessible to all citizens,” Ruh said.

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Three schools in Hanover County have been selected to receive the 2011 Title I Distinguished School Award from the Commonwealth of Virginia based on student achievement during the 2009-2010 school year. Beaverdam Elementary, Elmont Elementary and Mechanicsville Elementary will receive the award for meeting Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) for two consecutive years without the safe harbor or proxy percentage for all students and in the subgroups; for reaching full accreditation in the second year of making AYP; for exceeding the annual measurable objectives (AMO) for all students in English and mathematics for the current and previous year; and for having a mean score at the 60th percentile in English and mathematics. This is the fifth award for Beaverdam Elementary, the fourth award for Elmont Elementary and the first award for Mechanicsville Elementary School. Shown are, from left, John J. Axselle, Hanover County Public School Board chairman; Larry Hardy, principal of Elmont Elementary School; Dr. Amy Woodward, principal of Mechanicsville Elementary School; Michael Mudd, principal of Beaverdam Elementary School; and Dr. Stewart D. Roberson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools.

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But, nooooo! Our President is deadset on his socialist agenda, of which green energy is at the top of his freedom-robbing list. Did I mention that green energy would cost trillions of dollars to enact? On the positive side: The constant lack of our President’s leadership along with what I mentioned above could be his unraveling of any chance of him getting re-elected, God willing. William Winfrey Mechanicsville

ObamaCare disbelief Often, I shake my head in disbelief over the outrageous, unconstitutional 2010

power grab by the Obama/Reid/Pelosi political machine in passing and enacting this healthcare legislation against the will of the American people. I have often made reference to former Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s now infamous comment, “But we have to pass the bill so that you can find out what is in it.” This was one of the most arrogant and condescending statements ever made by a congressional leader. It was a complete dismissal of the will of the people by an elitist legislator. The truth is, the 111th Congress didn’t want us to know what was in ObamaCare, because it is blatantly unconstitutional, filled with abortion loopholes, overhauls our healthcare system into a socialist-oriented wealth redistribution program, and contains “self-funding” provisions that insure life for ObamaCare over the next 10

years, regardless of the will of the people or any subsequent Congress! Leslie Zodun Mechanicsville

Christian holidays Is it just me or is there anyone else that finds it quite odd that President Obama claims to be a Christian but has failed to honor the National Day of Prayer and refused to offer a Presidential proclamation for Easter Sunday? However, he has gone out of his way to offer a Presidential proclamation for every major Muslim holiday. Oh, and by the way, did you know that out of nowhere a huge bolt of lightning hit the White House on Easter evening? LaToya Brown Mechanicsville

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An ikebana presentation was held on Wednesday, March 9, at Cool Spring Elementary School. Five members of the Ikebana Society of Richmond presented a demonstration of the Japanese art of arranging flowers. They also assisted the students in making their own floral arrangement using live plants and handmade clay pots. Ikebana is a disciplined art form that often emphasizes areas of the plant, such as its stems and leaves, and has certain rules governing its form. Another element of ikebana is the use of a minimal number of blooms interspersed among stalks and leaves and positioned in a triangular form.

Lawn Chair Concerts set this summer Lawn chairs, picnic baskets and families playing on the green will be common sites at Northside Baptist Church at 7600 Studley Road in Mechanicsville this summer. The church will host Lawn Chair Concerts, a series of free family-friendly outdoor concerts for the community, at 6 see CONCERTS, pg. 13 `

Re-enactment scheduled at Scotchtown Photo submitted by Ann Reid

The re-enactment of the Marquis de Lafayette and Capt. Heart’s 1st Connecticut Regiment’s May 1781 set-up at Scotchtown will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 14 and 15 at what was Patrick Henry’s home from 1771 to 1778. Visitors are invited to step back in time and walk among the soldiers, see first-hand what military life was like in the 18th century. At 2 p.m. on Saturday and 1 p.m. on Sunday, they will be able to experience a full company marching and firing drill demonstration. Scotchtown is located at 16120 Chiswell Lane in Beaverdam.

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Edith Waddell Brandt, of Richmond, passed away April 26. She was preceded in death by her sister, Irene Hogard. She is survived by her niece, Edith Hogard; her great-nephew, Chris Splain; her cousin, David Waddell and his wife, Cindy. She was retired from C & O Railroad and a long-time member of First Church of Christ Scientist. She will be remembered in a graveside service at Forest Lawn Cemetery Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 11 a.m. Arrangements by Monaghan Funeral home.

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2011. Mary leaves behind her beloved husband, Ralph Breeding; her sister, Hazel Frazier and husband, Arthur, of Roanoke, Virginia; children, Joe Breeding and wife, Martha, of Columbus, Ohio, David R. Breeding and wife, Lisa, of Herndon, Virginia, Liz Saniga and husband of Dunkirk, Maryland; her grandchildren, David A., Bryan and Brandilynn Breeding, and Kathy and Patrick Saniga; and multiple nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held Saturday, April 30, 2011 at First Baptist Church of Ashland, at 800 Thompson Street, Ashland, Virginia, with Senior Pastor Robert Thompson. Mary was a loving mother and grandmother that gave freely of her time to the Executive Mansion where she was a docent, the First Baptist Church of Ashland where she taught Sunday School and worked at the church library, American Red Cross disaster relief volunteer, Habitat for Humanity, and helping with activities at The Imperial Plaza and the Plaza library. Her hobbies included traveling, reading and square dancing. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Ashland Building Fund, at 800 Thompson St., Ashland, Va. 23005.

sister, Martha B. Sheally of Hopewell, Virginia. She is survived by her sister, Mary Nelson Neblett of Hopewell; two nieces, Elizabeth Neblett and Frances Medley; one nephew, Walter F. Sheally Jr. Mrs. Charlesworth graduated from Hopewell High School in 1938 and was the valedictorian. She attended Pan American School and Ohio University in Lancaster, Ohio. She retired from Bellewood, United States Government. Mrs. Charlesworth was a former member of the Colonial Dames 17th Century. She was a communicant of Trinity Episcopal Church. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 30, 2011 in the chapel of the Masonic Home of Virginia. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Masonic Home of Virginia, 4101 Nine Mile Rd., Richmond, Virginia 23223, or Trinity Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 86, Highland Springs, Virginia 23075.

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of Richmond passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 20, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Casper and Elva Barden Funkhouser; and the widow of William E. Culp Sr. She is survived by her sons, William E. Culp Jr. and Kenneth P. Culp (Nanci); a grandson Alex Culp; and two devoted sisters, Edith Burnett (Edward) and Dorothy Whitlock. The family received Frances Randolph friends on Thursday, April Batte Charlesworth, died at the Masonic Home of 21, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Virginia on Sunday, April 24, chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, 2011. She was the daughter where a funeral service was of the late Mr. and Mrs. Macon Randolph Batte, and a held on Friday, April 22, 2011. Graveside services followed native of Hopewell, Virat the Virginia Veterans Cemginia. She was predeceased etery in Amelia. by her husband of 63 years, David Charlesworth; and her see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 `

took him to Boca Raton, Fla. In Boca, he started a business sellContinued from pg. 10 b ing decorative tropical plants. He established himself as “The Robert Edward Fulton, “RobPlant Man” in Pawley’s Island, by”, 55, of Boca Raton, Fla., South Carolina and made many departed this life on Wednestreks between there and Boca, day, April 27, 2011. Robby, the hauling and selling his plants. first son of parents, Robert It was also in Boca that he met and Mildred Fulton, was born his lifelong companion, Dawn Nov. 23, 1955, in Richmond, Grungo of New Jersey. TogethVa. Robby grew up in the er they enjoyed the sunshine of Chamberlayne area of Henrico Florida and together they had County where he acquired a beautiful daughter, Jessica many lifelong friendships. He Fulton. Robby was preceded in graduated from Henrico High death by his mother, Mildred School in 1974. He went on to Devilbiss Fulton. Robby is obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in survived by his father, Robert Business Administration from B. Fulton of Mechanicsville, Virginia Polytechnic Institute Va.; his brother, John D. Fulton and state University (Virginia and wife, Pam of MechanicTech.). His love for the open air, sville, Va.; his sister, Mildred the beach, and the ocean waves

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Fulton Walton and husband, Chris, of Mechanicsville, Va.; his niece, Brandy Walton; and his nephews, Christopher Walton, Sam Fulton and Evan Fulton. We will all miss that wonderful carefree chuckle that only Robby could give. The family received friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 5, 2011 at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Pauline Rash Hurd, passed away April 22, 2011. She was the youngest child of David Allen and Sallie Walke Rash of Ivanhoe, Va. She was preceded in

death by her husband of 46 years, Billie Ray Hurd; her daughter, Melissa Carpenter; and 11 brothers and sisters. She is survived by her son, Phillip W. Hurd and wife, Evelyn, of Conyers, Ga.; one daughter, Deborah Wingfield of Richmond; son-in-law, Jack Carpenter of Virginia Beach; and eight grandchildren, Jeffrey and Caitlin Hurd, E.C. Wingfield and Amanda Fuss, Heather, Jason, Christopher Carpenter and Amy Bryan; and four greatgrandchildren; brother-in-law, Charles Hurd and wife, Ramona, of Virginia Beach; many nieces, nephews and a host of wonderful friends. The family received friends one hour prior to the service, which was held Friday, April see OBITUARIES, pg. 12 `

Sheilah BeVille Thank you Mom for all you do! Happy Mother’s Day! With Love, Sarah, Maddie, Eddie, Marley & Smokey-May

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Teresa Haynie: We know you already knew this, but without you we would be hopeless. It must be tough, dealing with us and a 54year-old grown man. You’re totally amazing at everything you do and especially when you make spaghetti. We love you. Gene Brick and James Braden “Being their Mom should be the highest paid job on earth. If it was paid in Love, it would make you a very rich woman.” Their 54-year-old man.

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James S. Latney II, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jimmyâ&#x20AC;?, 67, of Ashland, went home to be with the Lord on April 21, 2011. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Stephanie O. Jackson. Jimmy was a U.S. Army veteran during the Vietnam era and was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church, Ashland. Left to cherish his memory are two daughters, Katrina Jones and Monique Green; one son, James Latney III; five sisters, Berthel, Viola (Charles), Eleanor, Nell (Clint), Elizabeth (Roy); four grandchildren; three sons-in-law; see OBITUARIES, pg. 14 `

Lee Davis Key Club to host a Safety Fair Contributed Report For The Mechanicsville Local The Lee Davis Key Club will be hosting a Safety Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 11 at Pole Green Park in Mechanicsville to promote awareness of valuable safety

tips for children ages 7-12. Advice on fire safety and personal hygiene are some of the activities planned for the day. Students from the Key Club will be volunteering to inform young children about â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stranger Danger.â&#x20AC;?

at the fair. The leaders of Key Club plan to raffle away two new bicycles to attendees. Other prizes will be offered. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be provided, free of cost. Refreshments will be made available.

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Fairmount Christian Church to oďŹ&#x20AC;er free job search seminar people refine their job search Contributed Report For The Mechanicsville Local skills in order to more successfully navigate the current Fairmount Christian job environment, whether it Church is offering a free job be landing a job or getting a search seminar from 9:30 better one. Job seekers will receive to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, guidance to help compete in May 14, in Room 132 of the this difficult economic enviFairmount Christian Church ronment. at 6502 Creighton Road in Job seekers and those Mechanicsville. wishing to further develop The objective is to help

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one aunt, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Family received friends at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, Ashland. Homegoing services were held Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at the Shiloh Baptist Church, Ashland. Rev. Michael Shannon Sr., pastor, officiated. Graveside services were held in Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Va. Online condolences can be made at fedabneyfuneralhome.com.

Barbara Cheryl Luebbert, (Jenkins), went to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 24, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul D. and Louise L. Jenkins. She is survived by her family, Paula and David Propst, Cindy and Wesley Mason; and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her best and closest friend, Linda Olinger and her husband, Warren; and additional W. John Leveridge, of close friends, Sandra Toney and Glen Allen, formerly of Nashua, Joyce Ratliff. The family received N.H., passed away April 24, 2011. friends, on Wednesday, April 27, He was general agent for Conn. 2011 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Mutual Life Insurance for 35 years 412 South Washington Hwy., in N.H. He is survived by his wife Ashland, Va., where services were of 56 years, Anne L. Leveridge; a held on Thursday, April 28, 2011. son, Richard J. Leveridge and his Graveside services were held in wife, Carrie; a daughter, Joanne Roselawn Memory Gardens. In Ellis and her husband, Leith; and lieu of flowers, please make donafive grandchildren. He was a tions to Ashland Church of God, member of Laurel Presbyterian Feed The Homeless Program, P.O. Church in Glen Allen, Va., Lake- Box 611, Ashland, Va. 23005. side Lions Club in Virginia, and past president of Nashua Lions Lawrence Robinson Club, as well as past president of Muse Jr., “Larry”, of Glen Nashua fish and Game Club in Allen, formerly of Urbanna, N.H. He was an avid sportsman Va. Through God’s merciful shooter. Memorial services were grace he completed his joyheld Friday, April 28, 2011 at Laurel Presbyterian Church, 9675 filled life and embarked on his final sentimental journey Staples Mill Rd., Glen Allen, Va. home on April 21, 2011 at the age of 83. He was born

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April 27, 1927 in Saluda, Va., and claimed his promise of resurrection and everlasting life, joining his family members who preceded him in death; his parents, Lawrence R. Muse Sr. and Mary Susie (Robins) Davis Muse; four sisters, Charlotte Banks (Muse) Powell, Thelma (Davis) Mooney, Gladys (Davis) Minotto and Fannie (Davis) Holder; four brothers, Preston, Frank, William and Bernard Davis. Larry is survived by the love of his life, Mary Ann, his wife of 60 years; his daughters, Dr. Marcia D. Muse and her husband, Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Joseph N. Cupurdija of Mechanicsville, Va., Laurie Muse Shelby and her husband, Joseph W. Shelby of Glen Allen, Va.; and his son, Lawrence David Muse and his wife, Maureen Love Muse, of Almont, Colo. He was “Poppy” to his two grandsons, Thomas Muse Wildberger and Marshall Muse Wildberger; and “Peep” to his two granddaughters, Morgan Muse Shelby and Lauren Muse Shelby. He also leaves nieces and nephews who meant so much to him, as well as his church family at Trinity Lutheran Church. In addition, he leaves a very special caregiver and nurse, Robin. Our family joins in saying “thank you” to her. Larry enlisted in the Navy in August 1944. He was 17 years old. After boot camp, he was assigned to

Casu 33 Carrier Aircraft Unit in Los Alamitos, Calif., and served aboard the USS HANCOCK CV 19 air craft carrier in the Pacific Theatre. He and his four brothers served their country proudly at the same time during WW II. After his honorable discharge, he met his future bride. He and Mary Ann were married in 1950. He worked as a plumber with Kane Plumbing Co. He chose plumbing because his brother, Frank, was in the plumbing business and he looked up to his brother. After gaining experience and confidence, he went into business for himself--just him and his wife. Gradually, he added more employees. Lawrence R. Muse Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning Corp. was successful for 45 years in the central Virginia region. Not only did he work with various builders but he also secured the plumbing contract for the Virginia State Fairgrounds and the Richmond International Raceway. Retirement in 1997 to his home in Urbanna, Va., on the Rappahannock River came at age 70. He was a self-made man and enjoyed every aspect of his successful business. He was very proud when his son, David, decided after graduation from Virginia Tech to go into the plumbing business. His greatest joy was seeing his see OBITUARIES, pg. 16 `

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celebrate Larry’s life was held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2315 N. Parham Road, Henrico, Va. 23229, on May 1, 2011. His family received friends at the church. Graveside services took place at Arlington National Cemetery. Donations in Larry’s memory may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church.

service in memory of Richard was held on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at 2801 Mechanicsville Turnpike.

May 1, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, Continued from pg. 14 b 8014 Lee-Davis Road. A funeral service was held on Monday, May children become successful in 2, 2011 at Newbridge Baptist their chosen fields -education, Church. Graveside services plumbing and corporate business. Joyce A. Patterson, 73, of followed at Bethlehem Baptist As a young man, Larry was active Ashland passed away on Tuesday, Church Cemetery on Penick in the West End Jaycees. He was April 26, 2011. She is survived by Road. In lieu of flowers, donations an active member, past President may be made to New Bridge two daughters, Melissa Windsor and Secretary of the Virginia Baptist Church Building Fund. (Daniel), and Brenda Patterson; Association Plumbing, Heating, V. Richard Parham Sr., three grandchildren, Danielle Cooling Contractors; longstand- It is with great sadness that the and Melanie Windsor, Hunter Rod Radivojevic, 75, of ing member of the Richmond Patterson; two sisters, Mary Bailey Richmond, passed away April family of V. Richard Parham Navy League; lifetime member and Jean McBride; two brothers, Sr. announces his passing on 27, 2011 in the presence of his of the USS Hancock Association, Saturday, April 23, 2011 at the Ernest Thomas Jr. and Robert loving son and daughter, Antoni and charter member of the Sons Thomas; former husband, John age of 74 years. Richard will be and Mira Nezar. He will be greatly of Confederate Veterans, Captain lovingly remembered by his wife Patterson. The family received missed by them; and his daughter, William Latane Camp #1690. He of 41 years, Lola Mae Parham; friends on Friday, April 29, 2011 Natica and family of Serbia; his was proud that his grandfather, and his children, Charles Parham, in the Nelsen Funeral Home-Reid son-in-law, Hamid Nezar; and his Richard James Muse, served with V. Richard (Sheila) Parham Jr., Chapel, 412 South Washington loving grandchildren, Amir and the 55th Virginia Infantry and Walter Parham, Jonathan (Felecia) Hwy., Ashland, Va., where funeral Sharif Nezar. The family received as a Courier to General A. P. Hill services were held on Saturday, Parham, Alex (Ola) Slaughter, friends Saturday, April 30, 2011 during the Civil War. Larry was April 30, 2011. Graveside services at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Lonia Ruth Patrick, Douglas confirmed in Trinity Lutheran were held in Elon Baptist Church Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee(Kim) Slaughter. Richard will Church in 1959 and remained a Cemetery. also be fondly remembered by Davis Rd. 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Civil War soldier in the Virginia Theater between 1861 and 1865. One artillery unit that they often portray is the Richmond Howitzers, who in 1864 were forced to fire on Polegreen Church after Union soldiers took up sharpshooter positions in the church. Today, the modern gun crew of the Richmond Howitzers is giving back what the original gun crew was forced to take away. The proposed program schedule is as follows: -- 10 a.m. Camp opens

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Plant and Herb Sale to be held on Sunday, May 8 A Plant and Herb Sale will be presented by Hanover Herb Guild from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 8 at the Sycamore Tavern on U.S. 33 in front of The Montpelier Center for Arts &

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Expo planned for Virginia Senior Games Virginia Recreation and Park Society welcome seniors 50 and better to the 2011 Virginia Senior Games, which will be held Thursday through Sunday, May 5-8, in Richmond and surrounding areas. Seniors will be competing in various athletic, as well as non-athletic games, including canasta, swimming, horseshoes, track and field, archery and basketball. The event will include a Health Expo presented by Bon Secours Virginia from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, at Hermitage High School at 8301 Hungary Spring Road in Richmond. Heath professionals will be in attendance and will provide screenings and important information regarding senior living. This event is free and open to the public and all Senior Games athletes. The Virginia Senior Games are sponsored by Bon Secours Virginia, Virginia Moose Association Inc., Optima Medicare Preferred, YMCA, CiCi’s Pizza, Brown Distributing, Weinstein Jewish Community Center, Claris Financial LLC and Richmond Sports Backers. For a complete listing of all Virginia Senior Games activities, call the Virginia Recreation and Park Society at 730-9447 or visit www.virginiaseniorgames. org or email vsg@vrps.com.

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Pictured is Boy Scout Troop 503 at the time when Daniel Jackson was just beginning his journey through scouting. Please support Daniel as he continues to climb the ladder to Eagle Scout by attending his Yard Sale Fundraiser on May 7. In order to raise funds for his Eagle Scout Project, Daniel Jackson will be holding a located at the Verdi Lodge, 7342 Verdi Lane in Mechanicsville from 6:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2011. Jackson, a Life Scout and senior at Atlee High School, is hoping to raise funds to build a “Mary Garden” for the Church of the Redeemer.

Shred It Before It Shreds Your Identity Community Shred Day: May 7 at Call Federal Credit Union’s Hanover branch Call Federal Credit Union at Rutland Commons will sponsor a Community Shred Day

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set to run through 2015, but several capital projects are under way or completed. “We think $100 million is a stretch goal, but we hope it will be achievable,” Lindgren said in an interview. “Randolph-Macon has a wonderful alumni constituency and parents who have supported us over the years. We’re just not large. We have just under 10,000 alumni.” The Brock family gift raises its support for the campaign to $19 million. The $10 million is expected to help fund an expansion and renovation of the Brown Campus Center and a state-of-the-art addition to the Copley Science Center. The campus center would be renamed the Brock Commons. Macon Brock is a 1964 graduate of Randolph-

Macon and a former member of its board of trustees. He also is co-founder of K and K Toys and Dollar Tree. The family’s generosity to Randolph-Macon also led to the establishment of the Brock Sports and Recreation Center, the Macon and Joan Brock Professorship in Psychology and the Brock Residence Hall within the Thomas Branch building. “Macon and Joan Brock’s unwavering support and dedication to RandolphMacon College has made an indelible mark on our beautiful campus,” Lindgren said. The commons “project will have a significant impact on our students for generations.” Randolph-Macon, found-

ed in 1830, has seen its enrollment increase to 1,222 students over the past five years, with an expansion to about 1,500 planned over the next five years. Lindgren, who has led the college since 2006, said he expects the college and other peer institutions to eventually grow to 2,000 to 3,000 students. “The percentage of students who think they’re interested in a place with 1,000 is shrinking,” he said. The fundraising campaign is designed to be comprehensive, Lindgren said, bolstering capital facilities, as well as program support to preserve the college’s ratio see Fund Drive, pg. 24 `

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dence,” Goldsmith said. Randolph-Macon’s capital campaign seeks $40 million for endowments, $35 million for facilities and $25 million for annual giving and program support. The goal for annual giving includes $10 million for financial aid, and all contributions to the college’s annual fund are set aside for that purpose, officials say. Following a campus master plan adopted in 2009, Randolph-Macon opened a new, 10-court tennis complex in October and a new baseball field in February. Andrews Hall, a 108-bed residence hall for freshman, is under construction and scheduled for opening this fall. The dorm will provide suite-style housing and allow the college to concentrate all of its first-year students in its “freshman village” along Henry Street near the northern edge of its 125-acre campus. The two-story brick dorm represents the college’s first

new building since 1997 and its first significant studenthousing facility constructed since 1972. Named for the Rev. Ira Andrews III, a RandolphMacon alumnus and former dean of students, Andrews Hall is being designed to environmentally friendly standards and will include a classroom. It’s also being situated to form an L-shape around a corner of the north end zone of a new football field. The field currently stretches east-west, but it’s planned to be reoriented north-south, parallel to Henry, tentatively for the 2012 season. Birdsong Residence Hall is planned to open in 2013 at the south end zone. The two residential buildings are being situated around the field to create a bowl effect, enhancing the Yellow Jackets’ home-field advantage. “It’ll be noisy, but that’s the idea,” said Grant L. Azdell, the college’s dean of students.

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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 3656210 to reserve your spot! Toddler Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library at 10 a.m. Age: 2 years old with adult. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road.

of Prayer at 6:30 a.m. Special speaker for this event is Delegate Chris Peace. The theme for the event is “In God We Trust: One Nation under God” and will emphasize the need for us to turn to God in prayer for our community our nation and for each other. The event will conclude by 7:45 a.m. This event requires an RSVP by calling 559-8070. Fairmount Christian is located at 6502 Creighton Road in Mechanicsville. Mechanicsville TEA Party Potluck Social --Rain or Shine- at 6:30 p.m. at 8493 New Bethesda Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Join us and get to know your fellow Patriots in a relaxed social setting. No business will be conducted, just food, fun and fellowship. Bar-B-Que pork and Bar-B-Que chicken will be provided. Everyone is asked to bring a “dish to share”. Please contact Linda Dean at 723-5048 or racynene@yahoo. com and let her know what you plan to bring. Hope to see you there. For more information visit us on Facebook or call 241-8614.

Preschool Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5 years old. For Salem Presbyterian Church more information call 559-0654 (Studley Rd.) will host it’s or visit the library at 9161 Atlee monthly Sing-A-Long at at 10 Road. a.m. Come and join us as we sing our favorite hymns and Thursday, May 5 “oldies”. Our Hymn of the National Alliance on Mental Month is “There’s A Sweet, Illnes-Central Virginia (NAMISweet Spirit”. Light refreshCVA) is starting a “Survivor of ments are served. Bring a Suicide Loss Support Group,” friend. from 7-8 p.m. at Monument Heights Baptist Church, 5716 Mother Goose Storytime Monument Avenue, Richmond at the Atlee Branch Library at 23226. If you have lost a friend 10 a.m. Ages 6-24 months with or family member to suicide, adult. For more information this bereavement support group call 559-0654 or visit the library is available to you. Contact 285at 9161 Atlee Rd. 1749 or namicva@aol.com. Family Storytime at the Atlee Fairmount Christian Church Branch Library at 10:45 a.m. All will be hosting a free Prayer Breakfast for the National Day see CALENDAR, pg. 27 `

Atlee Community Church is located at 7171 Verdi Lane, Continued from pg. 26 b Mechanicsville, VA 23116. You can call 730-3676 if you ages. For more information call would like more information 559-0654 or visit the library at you can also find us at www. 9161 Atlee Road. atleechurch.org.

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Friday, May 6 Kidstuf is a fun 45 minute production where kids bring their parents to learn. This monthly production coined “First Fridays” is held on the first Friday of every month at Atlee Community It is free 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.

Hanover vs. Lee-Davis at Lee-Davis, American Tradition and Pride Night, Great Baseball, Softball, Soccer and Activities. See LeeDavis High School Website (Athletic Boosters). Patrick Henry High School in Ashland is having their annual plant sale this coming Friday, May 6 from 9:30-3 p.m. and Saturday May 7 from 9-1 p.m. We will have Tomatoes, Green Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, various annual flowers in various sizes and Hanging baskets. Join “Amy Ladd & Friends” for a Bluegrass Gospel Music

Concert at 7 p.m. at Four Mile the Good Karma”Fill A Box” Creek Baptist Church located Non-Perishable Food Drive. at 2950 New Market Rd. For more information please call There will be a Lawn Mower 651-4544. Pull at 10 a.m. Gates open at 7 a.m. To benefit Frog Level Fire Department. The event will Saturday, May 7 Good Karma will be hosting be held at the field on Rt. 30 their Annual Spring Yard Sale and 301. For more information at King William High School please call 690-9585. from 7-1 p.m. (rain date May Hanover Humane Society 14). Yard sale spots are available will hold a dog adoption stand at for $10 each and consist of four student parking spots. Tables its facility at 12190 Washington are not provided. Gates will Highway in Ashland from 9-12 open at 5:30 a.m. and yard sale p.m. Cat adoption stands will spots are offered on a first come be held at the Mechanicsville first serve basis. Yard sale spots and Virginia Center PetSmart must be set up and ready no stores from 11-3 p.m. Please later than 7AM and you must visit www.hanoverhumanesobe prepared to leave the prem- ciety.org for available animals ises no later than 2 p.m. If you and additional adoption inforwould like to reserve a spot or mation. have any questions please conThe Town of Ashland will be tact Lisa Woody at 994-8742. Please note: A $1 discount will giving springtime guided walkbe provided to ALL participants ing tours of the historic railroad who make a 4 can donation to see CALENDAR, pg. 28 `

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town every Saturday morning at 11 a.m. for the month of May. The tours begin from the Visitors Center and are given by knowledgeable volunteer guides who live in the Ashland area, free. For more information you can contact the Visitors Center at 7526766. 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 9-1 p.m., at Immanuel Episcopal Church, 3263 Old Church Rd., Mechanicsville. Dinner for four is $25.00. Individual meals are $6.50. You can also 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.

VFW Battlefield Post 9808 2nd Annual Car Show, at 10-2 p.m., 7168 Flag Lane, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, located on corner of Cold Harbor Rd and Bell Creek Rd (I-295 Exit 37A).Trophies awarded for 1st and 2nd place in each of 8 categories: Ford, GM, Imports, Mopar, Motorcycles, Pre-1972’s, Trucks, & Other, plus Commander’s Choice & People’s Choice trophies. Family fun, food, vendors and events (K9, McGruff, Ident-A-Kid) to please adults and children. Music provided by DJ Fre-Ray Sounds. Car Show registration is $12 day of show and $12 if registering in advance with all spectators admitted for Free! Proceeds go to Hunter Holmes McGuire V.A. Hospital and Fisher House. Rain date is 5/14. Contact Vic Weaver 746-9808 (8-12 p.m. M-F) or Vicki McEwen @ vickimcewen@comcast.net for info and registration forms for vendors and show cars.

Attention all parents! Bring your elementary school-aged children to the Tikes ‘n’ Bikes Bicycle Safety Day Event, from 10-1 p.m. There will be a biking obstacle course and Hanover County Sheriff ’s Deputies will be present to check your child’s bicycle to make sure all safety equipment is working properly. Be sure to bring your bike and helmet! There will also be free door prizes and many other fun things. The event will be held in the Atlee Branch Pamunkey Regional Library parking lot at the corner of Atlee Road and Chamberlayne Road. A rain date is scheduled for May 14. For further information, please email bikerodeomay2011@gmail.com.

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Mechanicsville Elementary School and the MES PTA proudly present their Annual Spring Festival 10-2 p.m. at the school. Games, Bouncehouses, Crafts, Vendors, Silent Auction, Food from Carter’s Pig Pen BBQ and much more. Rain or Shine (everything can be moved inside in the event of rain!) Fun for all ages! $5 buys a wristband for games, snow cones, popcorn, crafts and unlimited bouncing! Net proceeds benefit the Mechanicsville Elementary PTA.

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Meet The Showstoppers of Hanover County at Pole Green Produce (corner of Pole Green and Lee Davis) from 10 – 2pm for your chance to win! With a generous donation from Mechanicsville Home Depot raffle tickets will be sold at this event. This is a Fundraiser event for six Elementary School kids as they prepare for their journey to compete in Destination ImagiNation Global Finals in Knoxville TN. The Fundraiser will help with Registration Fees, Housing and meals. Have a hot dog, drink, and a good time with the Showstoppers, we can’t wait to see you there!

Plant and Herb Sale presented by Hanover Herb Guild at Sycamore Tavern (on Rt. 33- in Front of The Montpelier Center for Arts and Education) from 93 p.m. (rain date- May 14th 9-3 p.m.) Call 883-6580 for more information or e-mail: jpj@dca. net. Clay Springs Ruritan Club will host a blood drive from 10-2 p.m. at Slash Christian Church on Mt. Herman Rd. Also on that same day the club will be selling BBQ dinners for $10 pick up time is between 12-2 p.m. at Slash Christian Church on Mt Herman Rd. see CALENDAR, pg. 30 `

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Faye and James Archer of King William, and Franklin and Sharon Lloyd of Colorado Springs, Colo., proudly announce the engagement of their daughter Nichole Lloyd, of King William, to John Rollins, son of Mike and Wanda Rollins, of King William. Nichole is a 2006 graduate of Hanover High school. She is employed as a mortgage specialist by SunTrust Mortgage located in Richmond. John is a 2002 graduate of King William High school. He is employed as a welder by Crane Masters located in Henrico. The wedding will take place in July of 2011.

For information on Celebrations, or to place your anniversary, birth, engagement or wedding announcement please contact David Lint at 746-1235, ext. 17.

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Mrs. Nancy Blackburn Scott is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter, Miss Anne Katherine Scott, to Mr. Joseph Ryan Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Smith. The bride-to-be is the daughter of the late Mr. Bernard M. Scott, Jr., and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard M. Scott, Sr.; and the late Mrs. Mary W. Blackburn, formerly of Richmond. She is a 2004 graduate of Atlee High School and a 2009 graduate of James Madison University where she received a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Elementary Education She is currently employed as a fourth grade teacher in Richmond. The groom-to-be is the grandson of Mr. Walter H. Smith and the late Mrs. Rose Marie Smith; and Mrs. Peggy D. Dix of Caret, Va., and the late Mr. Richard H. Dix, formerly of Caret, Va. He is a 2001 graduate of Lee-Davis High School and attended Virginia Military Institute. He is currently employed with Gibraltar Contracting as an Estimator and Project Manager. An August 2011 wedding is planned at The Mill at Fine Creek in Powhatan, Va.

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The Town of Ashland will be giving springtime guided walking tours of the historic railroad town every Saturday morning at 11 a.m. for the month of May. The tours begin from the Visitors Center and are given by knowledgeable volunteer guides who live in the Ashland area, free. For more information you can contact the Visitors Center at 752-6766. 2nd annual VFW Car Show from 10-2 p.m. at Battlefield Post 9808, located at 7168 Flag Lane. First and second trophies will be awarded in eight classes of vehicles, Ford, GM, Imports, Mopar, Motorcycles, Pre-1972, Trucks and other. Owners must be registered by 11:30 a.m. This event is free to spectators and includes prizes and drawings, K-9 demonstrations, McGruff Crime Prevention Dog, Ident-A-Kid cards, DJ Music by Fre-Ray Sounds, Vintage Military Vehicle and 1943 Navy Recruiting Station Display, Emergency Vehicles, Free blood pressure checks and blood glucose finger sticks. Food and drinks available for purchase. Proceeds go to the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Hospital and Fisher House. For more information call 746-9808 from 8-12 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Additional information: www. 527-3712 or by visiting www. richmondphilharmonic.org, RelayForLife.org/hanover. 673-7400 or RPO@richmond- Register today! philharmonic.org. Hanover Humane Society will hold a cat adoption stand at the Virginia Center PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www.hanoverhumanesociety. org for available animals and additional adoption information. Dynamo Soccer Club is holding tryouts for the 2011-2012 seasons on May 8-10. Players seeking to tryout must register online at www.dynamosc.com. If you have questions or would like to find out more information, please call 833-2092 or stop by the Dynamo Soccer Office on route 301.

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7 p.m. the Mechanicsville TEA Party will present a video entitled “The Third Jihad, Radical Islam’s Vision for America” by Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, a Muslim American and former physician to the US Congress. This documentary exposes the war the media is not telling you about. It reveals the enemy our government is too afraid to name. Open to the public, this free event will be held in the meeting room of the Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Station #3 at 4428 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Sunday, May 8 Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Join the Richmond For more information visit Philharmonic for its Spring us on Facebook or call 241Great Works Concert at 4 p.m., 8614. at VCU’s Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, in perforThe 2011 Relay For Life mance of 922 Park Avenue at will hold the final Bank Night Hamilton, in its performance prior to the Relay at 7 p.m. of Mahler’s Symphony No. 1. at the Ashland Library, 201 Tickets available for RPO’s Great S. Railroad Ave. Additional Works Concerts. Individual information about how to general seating tickets are $8 in form a team or become advance, $10 at the door. Family involved in the Relay For tickets are $16 in advance, $20 Life planning committee is at the door. Order by mail or available by emailing Faith call 673-7400; pick up tickets Van Goor at fvangoor@gmail. at Will Call before concert. com, calling Andrea Fravel at

Wednesday, May 11 The New Virginians, www.the newva.org, (a club for women new to the Richmond area in the last two years) will have its monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Salisbury Country Club, (13620 W. Salisbury Road, Midlothian, VA 23113). Our guest speaker is Connie Lapallo, author of Dark Enough to See the Stars in a Jamestown Sky. This is the untold story of survival during Jamestown’s starving time. The cost for the luncheon is $25 for club members and their guests. Reservations for the luncheon are requested by noon on May 4. Please contact Sam Gentz – 639-7042. Toddler Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library at 10 a.m. Age: 2 years old with adult. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. Preschool Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-5 years old. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road.

Thursday, May 12 Mother Goose Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library at 10 a.m. Ages 6-24 months with adult. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Rd. Family Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library at 10:45 a.m. All ages. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. The National Alliance on Mental Illness-Central see CALENDAR, pg. 31 `

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8:30

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9 PM

9:30

10 PM

NBA Basketball: Conference Semifinal, Game 2: Teams TBA. World Poker Tour: Sea

11 PM

MAY 5, 2011 11:30 12 AM

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Raymond

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“For Love of the Game”

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301

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6:30

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7 PM

7:30

“Precious Life” (2010) ‘NR’ Å

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Wizards

Hannah

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How I Met

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Need to Know (N) Å

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Sid

Peep

Curious

Clifford

Steves

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(23-PBS) Fetch! With

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WordGirl

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Chris

How I Met

King

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House Occam’s Razor

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NCIS Witch Hunt Å

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CSI: Crime Scene

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Law & Order Exchange

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CSI: NY Help ’ Å

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Raymond

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Seinfeld

King

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Criminal Minds Jones ’

Criminal Minds Å

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Gangland Klan of Killers

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Deadliest Catch Å

Cash Cab

Raymond

Friends ’

Seinfeld

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Big Time

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Good Luck

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’70s Show

Gilmore Girls ’ Å

Still Stnd

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Unsolved Mysteries

Coming Home Å

(AMC)

“Welcome-Moos.”

››› “True Lies” (1994) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jamie Lee Curtis. Å

301

(HBO)

Scooby

›› “Ghosts of Girlfriends Past” ’

320

(MAX)

Peacemakr

(:20) “The Time Traveler’s Wife” Å

The Mechanicsville Local

Good Luck

King

TBA

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(USA)

Lottery

Wendy Williams Show

23 33

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NBA Basketball: Conference Semifinal, Game 3: Teams TBA. Shark Tank (N) Å

Repo

Deadliest Catch Å

››› “Independence Day” (1996) Will Smith. ’ ‘PG-13’ Å

Post Live

NBA

Lopez

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Around

Jim Rome

Suite/Deck

›› “Welcome to Mooseport” (2004) Gene Hackman. Å

World Poker Tour: Sea

NFL Live

Auction Hogs Gone Wild Å

Hates Chris Hates Chris Lopez

“The Suite Life Movie” (2011) ‘NR’

(:45) ›› “Tooth Fairy” (2010) Dwayne Johnson.

(:35) ››› “Catch Me if You Can” (2002) Leonardo DiCaprio.

5 PM

Jail Å

Deadliest Catch Å

Conan (N)

Thorough

Manhunters Manhunters Manhunters Manhunters First 48

Chris

Tonight Show w/J. Leno

Wendy Williams Show

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(:45) Coed Confidential

CSI: NY ’

››‡ “Race to Witch Mountain” (2009)

›› “Drillbit Taylor” (2008) Owen Wilson.

Jungle2

Criminal Minds Å

Criminal

Criminal Minds Å

Breakout Kings Å

››‡ “Star Wars: Episode II -- Attack of the Clones” (2002) Ewan McGregor. ’

Cash Cab

Dual Survival ’ Å

American Loggers (N)

Dual Survival (N) Å

Dual Survival ’ Å

American Loggers ’

Survival

iCarly ’

BrainSurge

iCarly ’

Victorious

My Wife

Lopez

The Nanny

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A.N.T. Farm Suite/Deck

Suite/Deck

The Suite Life on Deck

Good Luck

The Suite Life on Deck

››› “Freaky Friday” (2003) Jamie Lee Curtis.

Pawn Stars

Reba Å

Lopez

››‡ “The Princess Diaries” (2001) Julie Andrews.

Reba Å

Good Luck

The 700 Club Å

Whose?

How I Met

Chris

How I Met

› “88 Minutes” (2007) Al Pacino, Alicia Witt. Å

› “The Hills Have Eyes 2” (2007, Horror) Å

Hills-Eyes 2

(:15) ›› “The Mistress of Spices” (2005) ‘PG-13’

“Cinema Verite” (2011) Diane Lane.

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

Perfect Ge

(:15) ›› “Universal Soldier” (1992) ’ ‘R’ Å

››‡ “Orphan” (2009) Vera Farmiga. ‘R’ Å

May 4, 2011

Brides

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

›› “Basic” (2003) John Travolta.

“Lady Chatterly”

SATURDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM

1:30

COMCAST 4

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

Raceline

Paid Prog.

(6-CBS)

Trollz (EI)

Pre Auction Heal Power-Juicing

College Softball: Tennessee at Florida. (N) (Live) Tennis

2 PM

2:30

MAY 7, 2011 3 PM 3:30

Sport Science (N)

(ESPN)

(CSN)

Wipeout ’ Å

PGA Tour Golf

Year of

Stargate Atlantis Å

Paid Prog.

Fight Camp 360

(35-FOX) Paid Prog.

(12-NBC) Willa’s Wild NHL Hockey: Tampa Bay Lightning at Washington Capitals. (N) ’ (Live) Å

(65-CW) (WGN)

Into Wild

Year of

College Baseball: Maryland at North Carolina. (Live) Paid Prog.

Base

MLB Baseball: Regional Coverage. (N) ’ (Live) Å Adv. Sports

Exploration Animal Adv Animal Atl. “Jungle Boy” (1996) David Fox, Lea Moreno. Law Order: CI

Law Order: CI

1:30

SportsCtr

Baseball

Paid Prog.

Memory

Stargate Universe Pain

Never-Rake Athlete

NBA

(6-CBS)

Paid Prog.

Off Road Racing

Review

PGA Tour Golf

(35-FOX) ››‡ “The Count of Monte Cristo” (2002)

Paid Prog.

(12-NBC) National Heads-Up Poker Championship (Taped)

Adv. Sports

(65-CW) (WGN)

Ugly Betty Zero Worship Eight

Bones ’ Å

Videos

Travel

(23-PBS) McLaughlin Currents

(57-PBS) Kitchen

Victory

Old House

Woodwright MotorWeek

(57-PBS) Cyberchase Fetch! With Need to Know ’ Å

Pre Auction ›› “102 Dalmatians” NHL Hockey

Farming

MLB Baseball: Cincinnati Reds at Chicago Cubs. Heartland

Chesapeake Bay by Air ’ Å Religion

(USA)

Law Order: CI

››› “Sex and the City” (2008) Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall. Å

(USA)

“How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days”

(TNT)

Law & Order Exchange

››› “The Negotiator” (1998) Samuel L. Jackson, Kevin Spacey. Å

(TNT)

››› “Lethal Weapon 3” (1992) Mel Gibson. Å (DVS)

(WTBS)

(11:15) ›› “Jungle 2 Jungle” (1997)

Jim

(WTBS)

››‡ “Step Up 2 the Streets” (2008, Drama)

MLB Baseball: Yankees at Rangers

(A&E)

Flip This House Å

Manhunters Manhunters Manhunters Manhunters Parking

Parking

(A&E)

(10:30) ››› “Troy” (2004) Brad Pitt. Å

The Sopranos ’ Å

(SPIKE)

Trucks! ’

›› “Star Wars: Episode I -- The Phantom Menace” (1999) Liam Neeson.

(SPIKE)

Man vs. Wild ’ Å

MuscleCar

Trucks! ’

MuscleCar

Europe

To Contrary Saving the Bay Å

›› “Drillbit Taylor” (2008) Owen Wilson.

Basketball

››‡ “Bandits” (2001) Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton.

Payne

Law Order: CI

Hometime

30 for 30 Å

(8-ABC)

Simp. Ming Lidia’s Italy Best of Joy Painting Old House

MAY 8, 2011 3 PM 3:30

College Baseball: Rice at Houston. (N) (Live)

Kitchen

Old House

2:30

College Softball: Texas at Missouri. (N) (Live)

(23-PBS) Avec Eric

Europe

2 PM

College Softball: Arizona at UCLA. (Taped)

Walker, Texas Ranger

SUNDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM

COMCAST

›› “National Treasure: Book of Secrets” (2007, Action) Å

MuscleCar

›› “Lethal Weapon 4” (1998)

The Sopranos ’ Å

›‡ “Punisher: War Zone” (2008) Ray Stevenson. ’

(DISC)

Man vs. Wild ’ Å

(DISC)

MythBusters ’ Å

American Chopper

Tuna Wranglers Å

(NICK)

Power

SpongeBob iCarly ’

iCarly ’

SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob Penguins

(NICK)

Power

SpongeBob iCarly ’

iCarly ’

SpongeBob SpongeBob

(DISN)

Wizards

Shake It

Sonny

Suite/Deck

(DISN)

Wizards

Shake it

Sonny

Wizards

(FAM)

“Back-Future II”

››› “Back to the Future Part III” (1990) Michael J. Fox.

Meet

(FAM)

››› “Meet the Parents” (2000) Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller.

(LIFE)

“What Girls Learn” Å

“James Patterson’s Suzanne’s Diary”

(AMC)

››› “The Horse Soldiers” (1959) John Wayne, William Holden. Å

301

(HBO)

(:15) “Cinema Verite” (2011) ’ ‘NR’

320

(MAX)

(11:30) “The Musketeer” (:15) ››‡ “Starsky & Hutch” (2004) ‘PG-13’

Man vs. Wild Alabama Good Luck

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Sonny

6 PM

(ESPN) (CSN)

(8-ABC)

ESPN Sports Saturday Sports anthology. (N)

News

(6-CBS)

PGA Tour Golf

News

(35-FOX) Amer. Dad

(12-NBC) 137th Kentucky Derby From Churchill Downs in Louisville. (N) ’ (Live) Å

(65-CW)

(WGN)

NBA

(LIFE)

“Saving Sarah Cain” (2007) Lisa Pepper. Å

›‡ “Georgia Rule” (2007) Jane Fonda. Å

(AMC)

(:02) ››‡ “Sleeping With the Enemy” (1991)

››‡ “Eraser” (1996) Arnold Schwarzenegger.

301

(HBO)

Watch

320

(MAX)

“National Security” Å

“Land of the Lost” Å

7 PM

Judge

Law Order: CI

The Unit ’ Å News

(23-PBS) Antiques Roadshow

Vine Talk

Currents

(57-PBS) Charlie Rose (N) Å

Place, Own

(USA)

›››‡ “Juno” (2007) Ellen Page. Å

(TNT)

››‡ “The Guardian” (2006) Kevin Costner, Ashton Kutcher. Å

SportsCtr

8 PM

8:30

N. American Poker

College Baseball: LSU at Alabama. (Live)

ABC News

Wheel

Jeopardy!

CBS News

Extra (N) ’ Å

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

Entertainment Tonight

Judge Burt Wolf

9 PM

9:30

N. American Poker

Payne

Law & Order: SVU

News

(:29) Saturday Night Live

TMZ (N) ’ Å

Deadliest Catch Å

Chase Roundup (N) ’

Nature (N) ’

NOVA ’ Å (DVS)

Raymond

Seinfeld ’

King

Parking

Dog

Dog the Bounty Hunter

(SPIKE)

››‡ “Star Wars: Episode II -- Attack of the Clones” (2002) Ewan McGregor. ’

King

As Time...

››› “Crossing Delancey” (1988)

››‡ “Race to Witch Mountain” (2009)

Dog the Bounty Hunter

Storage

Dual Survival Swamped

Dual Survival ’ Å

T.U.F.F.

Victorious

iCarly ’

Big Time

Victorious

(DISN)

Suite/Deck

Wizards

Good Luck

(3:00) ››› “McLintock!” (1963) John Wayne.

301

(HBO)

Robin Hood (:45) ››› “Spider-Man 2” (2004) Tobey Maguire. ’ ‘PG-13’

320

(MAX)

Land

SUNDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

COMCAST

5 PM

5:30

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

(6-CBS)

(35-FOX) (3:00) “102 Dalmatians”

(12-NBC) NHL Hockey: Boston Bruins at Philadelphia Flyers.

News

(65-CW)

(WGN)

6:30

Law-SVU

7 PM

Lopez

The Nanny

“Lemonade Mouth” (2011) Bridgit Mendler. ‘NR’

Suite/Deck

Good Luck

›› “Paul Blart: Mall Cop” (2009) Kevin James.

›› “Happy Gilmore” (1996) Adam Sandler.

“Sins of the Mother” (2010, Drama) Jill Scott. Å

›› “Reindeer Games” (2000) Ben Affleck. Premiere. Å

8 PM

Lady Gaga Presents the Monster Ball Tour

8:30

9 PM

9:30

10 PM

10:30

Baseball Tonight (N)

College Baseball: Kansas at Oklahoma. (Taped)

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operating costs, the purchase of medical supplies and volunteer training needs. Doors open at 6 p.m. Our cost is $20 for 15 games. Prizes/winnings based on game sales. A snack bar is available. No smoking or alcohol allowed. All children must be accompanied by a parent. Any questions may be directed to Nancy Baughan 798-7792. Parking is available at the rear of our building, on Hanover Avenue, and on Duncan Street by the town hall. MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

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0583 or visit gxwwrestling.com.

Saturday, May 14

CALENDAR

Dolphin Dash 5K and 1 mile Kids Fun Run. 5K starts at 9 a.m., 1 mile run starts at 8 a.m. at Cool Spring Elementary School. Register online at Active.com, search key word Mechanicsville Dolphin Dash or download paper registration form from CSES Web site (www.hcps.us, search for Cool Spring). Questions: email dolphindash2011@gmail.com.

Graphic Novel Book Talk at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 2 p.m. Ages 11-18. Bring your favorite graphic novel, manga or comic books to share and discover new ones. Find out more about the library’s great graphic novel and manga collection, too. Refreshments served courtesy of the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information Live Pro Wrestling at Club call 746-9615 or visit the library Aurora located at 401 E. Grace St., at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Richmond, Va. 23219. $10 general Place. admission, $12 ringside and $5 Hanover Humane Society for children 8 and younger. GXW Wrestling, bell time at 6 p.m. for will hold a dog adoption stand at more information please call 356- its facility at 12190 Washington 5 PM

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Land Conservancy, will be the guest speaker at the next meeting of the Hanover Democratic Committee at 9 a.m. at Ashland Coffee and Tea. She will discuss conservation easements, a way to conserve and protect natural and historic land and water resources for the benefit of future generations. This is a most important issue for Hanover County as a historic, rural county that is continuing to suburbanize, and now even more so as the field of announced Republican candidates for the Board of Supervisors election in November includes a realtor/developer and an architect who do business in the county.

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. Memorial Regional’s Nursing 5K Challenge at Pole Green Park. Family, friends and dogs on leashes are welcome. To sign up, visit www.bsvaf. org/mrmc5k. Be sure to register early, only $20 until April 27. Tara Quinn, the program manager for the Capital Region

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In addition to Ms. Quinn, one of the prospective Democratic candidates interested in running for the 7th Congressional District seat now held by Eric Cantor will also be present. The coffee is on us. The Lee-Davis NAHS and Photography Department’s Second Annual Paws for a Cause photography fundraiser will be held at Gallery 606 in Ashland. Pet photographs will be edited, printed and available for purchase at an exhibition and silent auction event. The event starts at 11 a.m. and will conclude at 4 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Hanover Humane Society. MAY 9, 2011 11:30 12 AM

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UPCOMING EVENTS

05 2011

Boys lacrosse Atlee at Hanover 7:00 p.m.

05 2011

Girls/boys soccer, softball, baseball Hanover at Lee-Davis 5:30/7:00 p.m.

For more information go to www.mechlocal.com

| Youth, High School, College, Recreational & Professional

Joe Gibbs Racing sweeps Richmond

Photos by Charlie Leffler/The Local

Joe Gibbs Racing turned in a dominating performance at Richmond International Raceway last week. Deemed a rising star in racing by team president JD Gibbs, 17-year-old Darrell Wallace Jr. (left) found victory lane in the Blue Ox 100 K&N Pro Series East race on Thursday. Only a late wreck kept Wallace from taking the lead in the Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown later in the evening. Instead, race namesake Hamlin, (center left), fought his way from last to first. Hamlin found victory lance once again (center right) on Friday night in the Bubba Burger 250 Nationwide race. Teammate Kyle Busch, (right) capped off the weekend for Gibbs by outrunning Hamlin down the stretch in the Crown Royal Presents 400 Sprint Cup race.

Hamlin and Wallace start week with a bang Hamlin two for two with Busch completes sweep By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local Denny Hamlin felt like he conceded any chance to win his namesake Short Track Showdown before it even started. Even though he qualified 10th, the former Chesterfield resident would have started in the pole position for the race because NASCAR changed the starting order out of safety concerns. Therefore Hamlin responded by putting himself at the back of the field. He felt it was the right thing to do. Hamlin needn’t have worried, however. Working steadily forward throughout the 75-lap race, he took advantage of a couple of late wrecks and slipped around a fading Kyle Busch in the final lap to win. “Basically, we had a qualifying lineup that we agreed kind of upon, but it didn’t work quite as good as what I hoped,” Hamlin said. “What we had is all the Cup guys, wherever they qualified, they were going to line up on the inside. We had everybody else line up on the outside. So a lot of guys who qualified fifth or sixth got put back to, like, 16th on the start. The way it worked out, I was going to start on the pole.”

The intent of the plan was to put RIR veterans on the more hazardous inside line at the start. Under the circumstances, Hamlin did not think it fair for him to get the best position, so he moved to the back. Despite the best of intentions, the first wreck happened in the back of the pack in turn two before the first lap was complete. Hamlin deftly avoided getting trapped by the collision, but his tired suffered. Because of the rules of the Late Model event he had to wait until nearly half way through the race to change tires. “I just kind of picked up a few positions and got to the top 10,” Hamlin said. He seized the advantage on restarts following two late wrecks to get behind Kyle Busch, then took advantage of what Busch called a “fuel-line problem” in the final lap to win. “I thought it was the tires at first, but I noticed he was shaking his car after the restarts,” Hamlin said. “We were coming off turn two when I got to his bumper. I’m glad he ran out of fuel, because it might have got ugly anyway.” The second two finishers in the race came at opposite ends of the age spectrum. A grizzled see SHOWDOWN, pg. 36 `

Bubba Burger 250 win

with spring repeat

By JP Beauchamp For The Mechanicsville Local Friday night under the lights at RIR in the NASCAR Nationwide Series usually spells excitement for race fans. This year, the 24th Annual Bubba Burger 250 was no different with former Chesterfield resident Denny Hamlin pulling out the win in a showdown with driver Paul Menard. Emporia’s Elliot Sadler, driving the #2 One Main Financial Chevrolet finished fourth behind Nationwide points leader Justin Algaier, to now trail him by six points. Brad Keselowski finished fifth. Starting from the 11th position, hometown favorite Hamlin, in the #20 SportsClips Haircuts Toyota, overtook pole winner, Carl Edwards, by lap 43. Edwards’ earlier prophecy of the day that “Denny will be coming” certainly came to pass. Hamlin continued pulling out front, dominating the remainder of the race for all but a few laps (199 on the pole) even after being told to slow down by crew chief, Adam Stevens. Edwards’ Mustang was fast but not enough

By JP Beauchamp For The Mechanicsville Local After wins on both Thursday and Friday, former Chesterfield resident Denny Hamlin was looking for a rare weekend sweep of races at RIR. Not this time. It was teammate Kyle Busch, who seems to have a lock on three race sweeps, that claimed the Crown Royal Presents the Matthew & Daniel Hansen 400 at RIR. Busch led a majority of the laps and pulled away from Hamlin down the stretch to give owner Joe Gibbs a four for four sweep in Richmond. Darryl Wallace Jr.’s, racing under the Gibbs umbrella, took the win Thursday night in the K&N Pro Series East Blue Ox 100. Hamlin took the Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown charity race later the same evening, beating out Busch. Hamlin found victory once again in the Bubba Burger 250 Nationwide race on Friday but it was Busch in Victory Lane on Saturday night. But after struggles throughout the early season, second place for Hamlin was not a bad

see HAMLIN, pg. 36 `

see BUSCH, pg. 36 `

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BUSCH Continued from pg. 35 b

Charlie Leffler/The Local

Mechanicsville’s Frank Deiny Jr., left, gives instructions to Kyle Busch during practice for the Short Track Showdown. Busch drove one of Deiny’s cars in the Late Model race.

SHOWDOWN Continued from pg. 35 b

veteran two days shy of his 48th birthday, Michael Waltrip, stayed in the top five throughout the night and finished second. The third place finisher was 15-year-old Chase Elliott. “It’s so cool, being an old guy like me and seeing all these kids,” Waltrip said. “The kids are getting to race, and some of these guys are going to be the stars of our sport. Darrell Wallace Jr. is an amazing competitor. Just looking at Corey LaJoie charging to the front at the end, and getting to see Chase Elliott—I mean, these are kids of the dads I used to race against. Just to see their enthusiasm makes me feel good about our sport going forward.” Waltrip was not too happy with one of the young drivers. He found the aggressiveness of Max Gresham, in car No. 71, something of a nuisance. “I don’t know where the hell he thought he was going,” Waltrip said. “It was like we weren’t even there and he was just going to go through us. So, I’m glad he wrecked.” The night was special for Chase Elliott—it was the first time he raced against his father, NASCAR legend Bill Elliott. The elder Elliott was knocked

out in a wreck on lap 29. “It was the first day I raced against my dad,” Chase Elliott said. “It was pretty cool. I wish he’d have been battling up front with us and that I’d have been able to race against him a little bit more than just that one corner I got to run with him. I was looking forward to it.” Mechanicsville’s Frank Dieny Jr. finished fifth. Earlier in the evening, 17year-old Darrell Wallace Jr., a Gibbs racing teammate of Hamlin’s, who owner JD Gibbs describes as a rising star in the sport, battled Gresham for the lead through most of the rain-interrupted Blue Ox 100, a NASCAR K&N Pro Series East race. Gresham led the first 22 laps, when rain forced a halt to the racing. After a two-hour delay, the two drivers renewed their battle. Wallace slipped round Gresham in lap 80 and never yielded. Gresham faded, allowing Brett Moffit to finish second and Corey LaJoie to claim third. “[Gresham] was a little tight coming off of two and snapping loose, so I was just able to go in wide on one and zoom in across the bottom coming off,” Wallace said. “I was able to get a better run than him … I took it away from him, moved up my line into three and took the win away.”

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thing. “I am ecstatic,” he said. Pole winner, Juan Pablo Montoya managed to hold the lead for only 25 laps before falling back. By lap 228 he was in 35th place, and finished 29th for the night…but not without a cloud of controversy overshadowing him. As temperatures cooled making for a faster track, tempers got hot between drivers running in close quarters on RIR’s short track and they began to to deal with damage from jostling. After an extended run of green flag laps, the first caution flew as did the debris from Montoya’s damaged spoiler when Ryan Newman made contact causing his left rear to smash against the outside wall. Montoya’s team replaced the spoiler put during a pit stop and retaliatory action ensued. On lap 235, Newman was spun out from Montoya’s contact and into outside retaining wall. The flustered Newman, trying to complete a u-turn back into traffic came back up and got tagged a second time by an irate Kurt Busch who braked to avoid him. Newman,hotfromMontoya’s

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as he continued falling back, identifying problems to his crew, finally pitting, then began moving back up the pack by mid-race, only to run out of fuel and coast into the pits. Adding to Edwards’ frustration his car stalled coming out of the pits because no fuel was left in the carburetor bringing a penalty for pitting out of the assigned pit box. Edwards finished 25th in the race, five laps off the lead. Hamlin took advantage of the unusually long consecutive green flag laps to pull away from

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NASCAR drivers Juan Pablo Montoya, left, and Ryan Newman continued their on-going feud at RIR on Saturday night, adding to the race excitement.

retribution vowed to handle the matter following the race. With the race over he headed straight for the NASCAR trailer saying Montoya “didn’t show much class” and that he would try to represent the Army and “see what we can do with him.” Montoya declined comment, heading straight for his hauler. Hamlin pointed out that Montoya smash-ups are nothing new to the races. “I don’t like it, but every time Montoya has damage, you usually see whoever did it,

they end up getting wrecked,” Hamlin said. “You usually know that’s coming. You’ve got to realize, and Montoya—I like him, I think he’s a hell of a driver—you can’t wreck everyone every time you get in an accident. Accidents happen. Guys make some mistakes. Why hold grudges and wreck guys. I don’t understand that. It makes it tough to get in the Chase that way, too.” Adding to the tension and excitement was a spectacular series of contacts involving 10 vehicles at the 300 lap mark.

The sequence began when Jeff Gordon took a hard side swipe into the inside wall where there is no SAFER barrier - something that Gordon seems to have had a propensity to do. “Jeff has been the guy to find it at every race track we’ve had,” Busch said. Gordon did not return to the race. “I find the worst frickin place to hit the wall,” Gordon said. “It knocked the wind out of me. I hit the worst angles on walls. Somebody got into my left rear and around I went.”

the field without pitting until lap 100 for tires. By lap 110, he was sitting out front again. The first caution flag did not fly until lap 123 when Kelly Bires, running 15th, spinning after contact with Jason Leffler’s left rear. Hamlin took advantage of the yellow to pit for fuel, came out ahead of the pace car to keep the lead…and the green flag laps continued. By lap 169, Menard was chasing Hamlin from second. With such long green flag laps fuel became a concern. On lap 242 Ricky Stenhouse Jr. ran out of gas having just passed the entrance to pit row bringing out a yellow and Hamlin took to pit

road for the third and final time for tires and much needed gas. On the restart Menard and Hamlin were side by side as the green came back out for the short two-lap run to the checkered flag, but it wasn’t enough to allow Menard to get to the front. Losing ground, Menard could not pull off his strategy for the win. “The last restart was wild, for sure,” Menard said. “I figured if I could have gotten a fender on him, I might have been able to roll around to the outside, but he got a better restart than me.” Hamlin proved worthy of being deemed the one to watch

during the race, having won his own charity benefit Thursday night starting from last place. As he rejoiced in victory lane, his thoughts were already on Saturday night’s Cup race. “A sweep is not out of the question,” he said.

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NASCAR Notes from RIR By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com No rest for the victorious Thursday turned into a long night of racing at Richmond International Raceway. With a two-hour rain delay, crashes and post race media responsibilities following his win in the Short Track Showdown, it was far past midnight before driver Denny Hamlin was able to get away from the track. Friday morning came early with the Nationwide garages opening at 7 a.m. preceding practice which was followed by Sprint Cup practice, qualifying for both races then running the Bubba Burger 250. Hamlin’s win in the Nationwide race meant additional media responsibilities. Therefore it took little time for Hamlin to calculate how much rest he was able to get over the previous two days. “None,” he said. “This has been a long day. I’m ready to go to bed.” Only the best win at Richmond Looking over the list of winners at RIR one will find a virtual who’s who of racing. What one will not find is a single ‘One-hit-wonder’, providing evidence that only the best win in Richmond. According to Clint Bowyer, driver of the #33 BB&T Chevy, Richmond is a track where drivers make the difference. “On some of these bigger tracks, if you don’t have the equipment you’re not going to win the race,” he said. “You can have the best driver in the world, if the car’s not capable of getting the job done he’s not

going to get the job done. “This is a place where you can truly make up the difference and get up on the wheel and make the difference,” Bowyer said. Racing legend Kyle Petty confirmed Bowyers’ statement. “Only the cream of the crop will lead here Saturday,” he said. “Only the best drivers will lead at a place like this because it’s a race track.”

CARL EDWARDS

Is marriage a good thing? Drivers often field oddball questions during sessions with media but NASCAR driver Carl Edwards was asked about his recent marriage in a manner that left those wedded members of the press shaking their heads in dismay. “I just wonder if you’ve had any difficulty adjusting to doing not just what I want to do but doing something that is mutually agreeable to the wife?” the reporter asked Edwards. “I’m just saying when you have a selfreliant lifestyle I would imagine there’s a fundamental change that will have to take place.” A briefly confused Edwards paused then explained, as he could only do, about the benefits of marriage. Afterwards the reporter confirmed he had never been married. see NOTES, pg. 41 `

Taking to the air with Kyle Petty By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com A man who rarely minces words and one that judges a restaurant superior by the fact that is serves PBR, NASCAR racing legend Kyle Petty made an early trip to Richmond last week. Whether it was hopping around town for media appearances, visiting his daughter in Goochland or guitar shopping on Cary Street, the visit was pure Petty. Now retired from driving, Petty shares time between his charity efforts and providing race commentary for television. Compared to his NASCAR connections, Petty’s other accomplishments fall by the wayside but are no less notable…or entertaining. For instance, Petty helped pilot his plane into Richmond, which caught his PR rep Tara Gudger by surprise. Until that day she did not know Petty even had a pilot’s license. Once they were in the air and seeing him in the cockpit behind the wheel she was too afraid to ask. But back on solid ground Petty elaborated on his flying history. “I always wanted to learn to fly but I never took the time,” he said. After retiring from racing, Petty decided there was a faster way to visit his daughter in Nashville rather than enduring the seven and one half hour drive. “I started looking online for an airplane that I could learn to fly,” he said. “Then in typical Kyle Petty back-asswards way of doing things, I decided I would buy the fastest single-engine airplane that you can buy.” What Petty found was a 220 knot single engine composite plane that would carry him to Nashville in an hour and a half. However, he quickly discovered a major problem. “You’re not supposed to learn in that kind of plane,” he said. “You’re sup-

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Retired NASCAR legend Kyle Petty now splits time as a television commentator and raising money for charity. Last week, Petty made an early visit to Richmond and shared moments from his entertaining background.

posed to learn in like a 150172.” Petty did find someone who would teach him on his newly purchased plane even though had to convert to the slower model to get his license. “So really I learned to fly my plane then I learned to fly a 172,” he said. “I got my pilots license then went back to flying my plane. Exactly backwards. My plane, you land at about 90-100 knots. The 172 you land about 45-50 knots. The first time I landed a 172 I thought I was going to crash. It came in so

slow I thought we were going to fall out of the air, I swear.” A natural transition from flying the plane came in jumping out of one, which Petty attempted on a whim last year. He included Gudger in this venture. “We were at Daytona last July, they had a rain delay,” he

said. “Summer storm comes through so we’re sitting in the TV compound, had about four hours to kill. We were like what can we do and some guy said, ‘They’ve got a skydiving school over in Deland, you want to go over to Deland, which was like 12 miles away’. I was like, ‘Let’s go’. “So we went over, watched the video, they put us in a parachute and we went up and tandem jumped,” Petty said. “We were back to the racetrack within and hour.” But Petty pointed out that this particular jump came with an added thrill. “About two weeks before we got there they had an accident,” He said. “A plane had hit a guy. He had jumped out and they had no way to tell him there was another plane coming. He jumped into a plane basically. “The guy falling through the sky had the right away,” he added.

In next week’s Mechanicsville Local: Kyle Petty talks about the history of his Charity Ride, which will make a first-time stop in Virginia this June.

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No. 7 Raiders hold oﬀ No. 5 C-fed surge 7th inning grand slam not enough for Lee-Davis By Arthur Lee Thompson IV For The Mechanicsville Local The orange and blue versus the royal blue and black. A championship winning coach versus his former championship winning pupil turned coach. Neighboring communities separated by an athletic contest. Last Friday’s baseball game between the No. 7 Atlee Raiders and the No. 5 Lee-Davis Confederates offered the drama and tension of a movie. Atlee held a seemingly insurmountable lead going into the bottom of the seventh inning. But after an unearned run and a grand slam by LeeDavis junior outfielder Michael Thomas, they found themselves tied 7-7 going into an eighth inning. In three previous games the Raiders loss leads turned into the loss of the game. However, this time the Raiders maintained their composure. Junior outfielder Chop Pulisic drove in a run and scored off a Lee-Davis error. Senior Connor Overton closed the game on the mound and preserved a 9-7 win for Atlee (8-3 3-2) over the home-standing Confederates (94, 4-1). C-Feds head Coach Kenny Lewis was disappointed in the mistakes and lack of execution but was happy his team did not give up. He said both teams aggressive style of play worked for Atlee and not Lee-Davis this game. His team looked to be aggressive against his former pupil, Atlee head coach Kevin Elrod, on offense as well as on defense by picking them off on base. “We try to be aggressive on the bases because it is to your advantage,” Lewis said. “It does put pressure on the other team.

It is kind of like full court pressure in basketball. I coached Coach Elrod and I know he likes to be aggressive. He likes to hit and run, likes to steal bags, and he likes to advance on dirt balls. So when you know a kid’s mindset is to be aggressive you really want to pick him off. But the one we threw away we don’t do that. That was something they made up right here on the spot.” There were mistakes on both sides but Atlee seemed to make the most plays consistently in the game. “The only thing I can say redeeming about our kids tonight is that there was energy and we didn’t quit,” Lewis said. “However, that’s about it. I thought in every other regard it was very disappointing. Physical errors are a part of the game. They got into the fourth inning before they had their first strike out. When you break it down we messed up on the little things and Atlee did not mess up on the little things. I thought Atlee deserved to win the game.” The Raiders seemed to think the same, especially in the top of the fourth and seventh inning. In the fourth inning Senior DH/ pitcher Ryan Bettinger rocked Lee-Davis pitcher Jordan Boze with home run. In the seventh Junior Brent West blasted a 3-run homer to put the Raiders up 7-2. “We knew that we could hit the kid that was pitching,” Bettinger said. When asked about the range of emotions from hitting well to giving up the tying grand slam he responded quickly. “I just wanted to get out of the inning and win the game,” he said. “Baseball is a game of mistakes. I just made a mistake on that pitch and he hit a home run.” The mistake almost made the Raiders draw defeat from the jaws of victory once again. But instead, the victory means they currently own a five game win-

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Atlee’s Brent West slides into second, beating the tag. West blasted a 3-run homer in the top of the seventh to give the Raiders, what appeared to be, a commanding 7-2 lead.

ning streak. “We almost did it again because errors killed us,” West said about splitting with LeeDavis this year. “This time we came out and kept our heart at the end of the game. Most teams when they blow a lead to be tied it is hard to come back from. We just had the heart to do it tonight.” Cross town rivalries mean a lot in the Mechanicsville area. Although happy with his team’s win. The race for the Capital District is tight with Atlee, Lee Davis, and undefeated Hanover. Therefore, this game had some personal satisfaction for West as well as his coach. “It is a big cross town rivalry,” said West about his game changing 3-run shot in the seventh. “It was awesome to be able to do this for my team. It was crazy.

It is probably one of my most memorable moments in my high school career.” “A lot of respect goes to Kenny Lewis and his great program,” Elrod said. “I have taken

a lot from what I have learned here when I played at Lee-Davis. I utilize it over here at Atlee with a twist I would say. The kids work hard day in and out. Atlee baseball has turned around in

the last couple of years. And I am trying to keep it going. Atlee................. 001 101 42 — 9 9 4 L-D................... 001 100 50 — 7 8 4 Walsh, Bettinger (7), Overton (8) and Keeler; Boze, Thomas (6) and Parsley. W — Bettinger. L — Thomas. S — Overton.

Confederate softball continues to roll Lee-Davis 7, Atlee 0 Atlee.............. 000 000 0 — 0 0 2 Lee-Davis...... 700 020 x — 9 8 0 Holte and Hall; Heinz and Cottrell. Highlights: Haleigh Cottrell (L) 2 for 4, 3B, 2 RBIs; Rachel Houff (L) 2 for 3, RBI; Kelly Heinz (L) no hitter, 12 K’s. Records: Atlee 9-4, 3-2 Capital; Lee-Davis 13-0, 6-0 Frank Straus/For The Local

Lee-Davis’ Casey Price gets under a shot to left field. The Confederates kept their record perfect with a 7-0 win over Atlee on Friday night.

Tires, Twitter and going against the ﬂow More notes from NASCAR

“I’ve raced on bias ply tires pretty much the whole beginning of my career, but that would be like asking you to By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local got back in time and do your job without your computer,” I’m tired of it all Harvick told a group of journalMichael Waltrip, who fin- ists in Richmond International ished second Thursday night in Raceway’s Media Center Friday. the Denny Hamlin Short Track “I think that’s ridiculous.” Showdown, had a suggestion for making Sprint Cup competition more fun to watch. “I tell you, if you put the Cup cars on bias-ply tires and watch those guys race, it would be amazing—I promise,” Waltrip said. “It would look more like a dirt race than an asphalt race. They would be so sideways. … We always talk about what would be cool to do in Cup., that’s something that would be CLINT BOWYER fun to watch.” Waltrip admitted that Twitter no party for Bowyer NASCAR was unlikely to follow Clint Bowyer entered the his suggestion. The idea certain- world of new media recently did not impress one Sprint ly, spending an hour online Cup star- Kevin Harvick. exchanging “tweets”—short

messages no more than 140 characters long—with fans on the Web site Twitter. Bowyer was not overly impressed. “What a joke!,” Bowyer said. “I was involved in a Twitter party. Did I host the Twitter party? I attended a Twitter party. I don’t know why we didn’t get on the phone and talk to each other.” Kyle Busch not going against the flow Kyle Busch took a rare break from the Nationwide series Friday night—the last time he sat out a Nationwide race was in 2008 in Michigan. When asked about his plans for the evening, he suggested that interested reporters should ask his wife, Samantha. He acknowledged that going out to dinner might be an option, but there are downsides to a night out with one’s spouse.

“You go out and have dinner or something like that and you try to come back to the race track,” Busch said. “They’re all one lane in and even sometimes they don’t let you back in. They cut all lanes to go out. So that would be pain … to try to get back in here after a race gets let out. You’re better off just staying put.”

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No matter what the eventwhen Hanover and Atlee get together it is intense. This Thursday will be no different. At 7 p.m. the Raiders and Hawks will take the Hanover football field to compete under the lights in the fastest growing sport in America- lacrosse. The sport is new to both schools. Atlee has had a school team for two years and this is Hanover’s first. Both teams evolved from the Hanover Lacrosse Club which basically introduced the sport to the county over ten years ago. The game will be played at Hanover High School’s stadium. “This is going to be awesome” said Raider Coach John Kuchta. “We normally play at

the ball in the net. Captian Dan Purvis is a potent midfielder and brother Joe lead the Atlee attackmen. Junior captian Adam Blakely is always a threat to score as well. “Thanks to the great support and effort of our Athletic Director Bob Stratton, lacrosse is finally a reality at Hanover High School” said Hanover head coach Don Kalinowski. When you hear the names of the Hawk players announced you might think you are at a Friday night football game. Deane Cheatham, Shreve Rohle, Patrick Sorey, David Crytzer, Henry Reeves, Stu Maines and Todd Edstrom are all standouts from the gridiron team and have teamed up again this spring to play Lacrosse. “Coach (Joshua) Just’s

praise for someone at the other end of the age spectrum. “I tell you who impressed me—Michael Waltrip. Where did he come from?” said Gordon. “That was impressive to see him run as well as he ran in that late model race.” Waltrip finished second in the Short Track Showdown. It’s all you can ask for Denny Hamlin has been holding his Short Track Showdown race to raise money to benefit families and individuals by cystic fibrosis. This year, he decided a portion should also be devoted to assist people affected by the deadly tornado outbreak that struck the South last week. Organizing such an event is a see NOTES 2, pg. 41 `

CHASE ELLIOTT

Never too young, never too old Jeff Gordon spent Thursday

The lights go on for lacrosse this Thursday Chickahominy Middle School and they play at Courthouse Park. These two schools playing under the lights at in that venue is the beginning of something huge.” Both coaches describe their teams as very young. “Thanks to the leadership from our seniors we are maturing quickly” Kuchta said. “Our young guys are starting to step up.” The Raiders’ trademark is defense and their high pressure style has strangled opponents all season. Led by senior captian Jim Woodward, his younger brother Will, Cole Sydnor and goalie Fitz Rogers the Atlee defenders hope to do the same to their arch rivals. On The offensive side of things, the Raiders look to another pair of brothers to put

night watching the races rather than competing. The first race Thursday, the Blue Ox 100, a K&N Pro Series East race featuring host of potential future NASCAR stars. The second race, the Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown, featured a mix ranging from teenagers to literally grizzled veterans. Gordon was impressed by some of the young talent, starting with Blue Ox winner Darrell Wallace Jr.. “Wallace, he had a shot at winning both of those races. I was impressed with that,” Gordon said. “You had (Max) Gresham—he impressed me. I know Chase Elliott, things didn’t go well for him in the K&N race, but it went pretty well for him in the other one.” Gordon had the highest

football program has taught these guys to work hard and compete at such a high level,” Kalinowski said. “Their intensity is contagious”. The young Hawks have had an up and down season, but have improved tremendously during the year. Hanover looks to control possessions with senior face off specialist Zack Atkinson and ground ball hogs Rohle and Brandon Faust. The attack pairs freshmen Casey Cook and Alex Fisher along with Cheatham. The defensive duties are handled by Sorey, Maines, Crytzer, and Edstrom in the goal. Both teams have been waiting for this one all season and you can be sure that they will both be ready to play. Gates open at 6 p.m. and admission is $5.00.

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Record breaking Walton paces Yellow Jackets Former LD star is focused on winning By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local Former Lee-Davis baseball standout and current RandolphMacon first baseman Jordan Walton is having the kind of record breaking, championship season most can only dream of… and he may be saving his best for last. Last week, the junior broke the D3 NCAA record for most doubles in a season against Shenandoah. Facing York College, Pa. in a double header this weekend, Walton broke the ODAC record for most hits in a season. The records are nice, but anyone who knows or spends a few minutes with .453 hitter, knows team success is number one in his mind. Walton secured the ODAC hits record with a double in the sixth inning of the second game against York. It was his 79th of the year. In three weekend games, Walton was 6-for-10 with two doubles, a triple, three RBI, five runs scored, a walk and a stolen

base. But more importantly, he is leading a Yellow Jacket squad poised to make a legitimate run in the post season. R-MC has already secured a slot in the May 18 NCAA regional by capturing the ODAC crown at last week’s tournament in Lynchburg. In Saturday’s opener against York, Walton wasted no time beginning an offensive display that resulted in a 4-for-6 afternoon, including a double, homerun and an RBI. “We wanted to come out and take care of business today,” Walton said. “We wanted to put them away early and that’s what we did.” After an early season up and down start, the Jackets seem to be peaking at just the right time, and the late season streak is providing post season confidence. “We did get off to a slow start at the beginning of the season, but the tournament convinced us that we are a team that can win,” Walton said. “We have the best arms, one through four, in the conference and the hitting to back them up.” The quest for the records was low priority for the junior, who hopes to attend law school

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The bat of former Lee-Davis standout Jordan Walton has exploded in his third season at Randolph-Macon. Walton has broke the D3 NCAA single-season doubles record and set a new ODAC record for hits in a single season.

after graduating next year. “It really hasn’t been on my mind,” he said. “I have just concentrated on winning and figured those things would come along with that.” After breaking the NCAA doubles record of 27 last week, Walton noted some added notoriety on campus. “I’ve had

some teachers come up and tell me they are following me, and a few extra emails,” he said. Due to depth at first, Walton saw limited action his freshman season, but was a regular on last year’s squad. Settling into the number four slot in the batting order is more familiar for the Lee-Davis alum, and

has accounted for the increase in his output at the plate. “Last year, I was hitting fourth for the first time in my life, and I put too much pressure on myself to do more,” he said. “This year, I’m coming back more relaxed, and I’m letting everything happen without stressing too much about

Ashland is only a short drive from Mechanicsville, but Walton said it seems like a long way away in his approach to the game. “I’m enjoying the game more now and just relaxing, enjoying the years I have left in the sport,” he said. “At LeeDavis, it was more competitive and I was always thinking about getting to the next level. Now I’m here, I figure I’ll just enjoy it.” He still follows the C-feds and he contacted his former head coach Kenny Lewis when Lewis won his 300th game recently. “I sent him my congratulations a few days ago,” Walton said. “I loved playing for him and he is a great coach.” The Jackets finished their regular season with a win against Mary Washington on Sunday, and Walton thinks the 24-18 Jackets just might be in a perfect storm situation entering regional play. “Right now, everything is playing to our favor,” Walton said. “We have the new stadium, the ODAC championship, so hopefully good things will happen for us.”

A new outlook for Dale Earnhardt Jr?

Pressure to win continues despite improvement By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com

With four top ten finishes in his first nine races and currently fourth in Sprint Cup points, there is significant evidence that this could be a turn around season for NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. Though he continues to suffer through a 102 race winless streak, spanning from July 15, 2008, the driver of the #88 Amp Energy Chevy appears to be back on the right track where victory will only be a matter of time.

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A product of or root cause of Earnhardt’s improved success appears to be a change in demeanor. While many factors could attribute to such a change, one need look no further than the garage to gauge its origins. This season, Crew Chief Steve Letarte made the move to Earnhardt’s pit box after holding the same position with Jeff Gordon for the past five years. And helping drivers out of losing streak is nothing new to Letarte. After all it was he who crewed Gordon out of his 66 race winless streak, the longest of his career. But according to Hendrick motorsports teammate Jimmie Johnson, Letarte’s means to a cure involves much more than

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a mechanical approach. “I think a big factor in their consistency, in the confidence that I see in Dale Jr. today, is the chemistry between he and Steve,” Johnson said. “This sport is about people. We always say that.” NASCAR legend Kyle Petty agrees. “What Stevies done for him is helped his head a lot,” Petty said. “Even if they don’t get the finish they want, Stevie’s good enough to make him feel good about the finish that he had. So I think he’s more comfortable with what he’s doing on the racetrack. He seems like he’s alleviated Charlie Leffler/The Local some of that pressure to have to win, win, NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. is off to a much improved win, win, win.” see EARNHARDT, pg. 41 `

start this season but he may never escape the pressure of his name.

that stuff that kind of hurt his feelings as much as anything. Continued from pg. 40 b He’s a shy guy and a fairly In Petty’s opinion, Letarte sensitive guy too, he can’t just has helped Earnhardt come to slough things off like that.” Many people believe if anyterms with his racing situation. “I think it’s allowed Junior to be one knows what it is like to a lot more honest about where walk in Juniors shoes it would he’s at,” Petty said. “He runs be Petty, the son of the King of second at Martinsville and he NASCAR, but Kyle says that said ‘honestly we had a sixth is not so. “I don’t understand or seventh place car, Stevie just him,” he said. “We’re both the put us in a place where we same from the aspect that both could race at the end’. That was our fathers were great race car honest. He didn’t have a win- drivers.” Beyond that, Petty ning race car. But he’s honest said there is little comparison enough he can sense that now as far as pressure. “The times, so I just think he’s in a better media wise and public wise are so different,” he said. “When I place in his head.” Still, Earnhardt’s problems started there were like 30,000 are far from cured. “I am happy coming to Richmond and to be consistent but we still 15,000 to a place like North have another step to go,” he Wilkes-Bare. “I think said indithe media cating that pressure and outcomes at some tracks “To me, his story is the hype of where he’s at could have one of the hardest, is totally difbeen better. saddest stories ferent,” Petty Wi t h o u t in racing.” added. “He a doubt, no and I have sports figKYLE PETTY talked a lot ure in hisRetired NASCAR driver during the tory has been years about faced with a lot of stuff the relentless pressure of Dale Earnhardt Jr. but I told him, I can’t fathom With a racing father who was what you go through. On my nearly deified by his followers, level there wasn’t anything near Junior has been saddled with that. “That’s why I say if his the ever-growing expectations name was Jimmie Johnson, Jeff of the Earnhardt name. “To me, his story is one of Gordon he would be a lot betthe hardest saddest stories in ter race car driver,” Petty said. racing,” Petty said. “Let’s just “I believe that. He’s a good race say (if) his name is Jimmie car driver, but the other stuff Johnson. There’d be no expec- makes him not a good race car tations. He could just go drive driver.” Though Earnhardt has a race car and he could do what he wanted. But what hap- shown consistency and pens is all those people in the improvement this year, the grandstands they point all their question remains whether the hopes and dreams, their expec- added pressure will forge a diatations, their dreams, where mond or eventually break him. they want to be rides on his “I don’t have time to be worried about anything else other than shoulders. “I think he feels that now just trying to keep it going,” he where 10 years ago he didn’t said. “So, it’s a lot of pressure to feel it,” Petty added. “I think try and keep going and try to all of the stuff he went through keep up the expectations that with Teresa (Earnhardt) and all everybody has for you.”

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NOTES 2 Continued from pg. 39 b

difficult undertaking. NASCAR colleague Tony Stewart, who will be holding his own charity event, the Seventh annual Prelude to the Dream race at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio, in June, can appreciate the effort involved. “It’s a hard thing,” Stewart said Friday afternoon. “The event last night that Denny had was a lot more complicated because you have a lot different mixture of people involved, where our deal is an invitation race, so it’s easier for us. “But I thought they did a good job with it, considering all the rain they had last night. They had a great race and a great finish to it. Anytime

NOTES Continued from pg. 37 b

you’re putting on a charity race them had ever raced on. The like that, it’s all you can ask NASCAR drivers, on the other for.” hand, had to contend with cars that handle quite a bit different from the Nationwide and Sprint Cup cars they are used to. NASCAR veteran Michael Waltrip described the late model difference. “They are fun to drive, you just drive it,” Waltrip said. “You remember back in the ‘50s when you had TV driving in the movies? MICHAEL WALTRIP “They drove down the road like this”—Waltrip held his That old time driving feeling hands up as if they were on a All of the competitors steering wheel—“even though in the Denny Hamlin Short they weren’t turning. That’s Track Showdown Thursday how you drive these cars, literfaced challenges. The local ally. You go straight then you late-model drivers had to con- let off, then you back into a tend with a track that few of corner. You just spend a whole Tharpe asked the media for questions, “In Spanish only please,” Montoya added. A chuckle filtered through the media center and Mechanicsville Local correspondent JP Beauchamp took the mic to field the first question. But instead of asking in English as expected, Beauchamp fielded his inquiry in fluent Spanish which left Montoya’s stunned and the media rolling in laughter.

As exciting as watching grass grow Carl Edwards, driver of the #99 Scotts eZ Seed Ford, has long been known for his adventurous lifestyle and willingness to accept any challenge. So, perhaps the reporter’s question was well founded in asking if marriage had tamed him. “I’m glad Scotts is on board,” Edwards said. “I just got a bunch of grass seed from them that we’re going to plant He who has the last laugh… At the close of Montoya’s here in the next couple of days so we’ll find out how well this press conference, Tharpe, who is known for his occasional stuff works. I’m excited.” jibes, looked to his podium then turned to driver. “I’ve I need a translator Because of his Columbian just got a text where someone heritage, Juan Pablo Montoya, would like you to give that driver of the #42 Target Chevy, answer in Spanish,” he said. Montoya gave Tharpe a regularly makes statements to the press in both English and dubious look but answered as Spanish. After winning the pole instructed. As he was leaving the platfor the Crown Royal Presents, the Matthew & Daniel Hansen form, Montoya took a good 400 at RIR, he was required look at Tharpe’s phone. “Hey, it to make a second appearance really does say that,” Montoya of the day in the media center said. “He wasn’t bull--- me.” After Montoya left the on Friday. Montoya immediately took control when press room, Tharpe turned to the conference coordinator Kerry press. “That’s an old text I keep

on there,” he explained. Who says golf is a slow sport During his initiation into NASCAR at Fontana, Matthew Hansen explained the fastest vehicle he got to ride in was a golf cart. At RIR, the namesake of the Crown Royal Presents the Matthew and Daniel Hansen 400 got his first pace car ride. How did he compare the two? “I was out in a pace car this morning, did numerous laps,” he said. “It was great however I still think they’ve been getting those golf carts to go pretty darned fast.” A hard road to travel NASCAR driver Jennifer Jo Cobb was hoping to make a successful debut in Richmond on Friday night and become only the sixth female driver to run a Nationwide at the track. But Cobb’s day ended before it began. Instead of driving in one of the biggest races of her life she faced disappointment and never even touching the track. A driver without major corporate sponsorship, Cobb

lot of time TV driving.” Don’t push me Aric Almirola ran in the top five for most of Friday night’s Bubba Burger 250, but three pit road penalties on Lap 248 dropped him to 14th place. Two of the penalties make sense, one for excessive speed exiting pit road, another for running the stop and go light at the exit. But the first one seems rather impossible. The infraction? Excessive speed entering pit road. The problem with that penalty was that Almirola ran out of gas in turn two after a yellow flag on Lap 246. He did not make pit road under his own power. He needed a push from Brad Keselowski to make it to the pit road entrance. had a new Ford Mustang build specifically for Richmond. But in pre-practice inspection it did not meet the template therefore the race team could only pack up and head back home. Though hugely disappointed Cobb tried to take the setback in stride. “Obviously we didn’t plan or expect this to happen,” she said. “It’s been one of the toughest years of my career with everything that has happened. But, I know God has a plan and we’ll keep moving forward. “We all want to be competitive on the track,” Cobb said. “That’s why I do this. So, yes, it’s frustrating. But, I try to keep things in perspective. We had 300 lives lost in storms this week. Peoples lives are lost or ruined. So, you think about that and that puts things in perspective quickly. For us, we are going back to the shop in North Carolina, fix our issues and move onto the next race.” Cobb plans to return to Richmond in September and once again enter the Nationwide race.

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Sights and stars of NASCAR at Richmond International Raceway

Photos by Charlie Leffler/The Local

Clockwise from top left: The flag flies in for the opening ceremonies at RIR. Kyle Busch shares a victory kiss with his wife Samantha. Denny Hamlin signs an autograph on his way to pit road. Joey Logano’s late model carburetor gets a quick adjustment. Dale Earnhardt Jr. climbs from his car. Joey Logano gives Michael Waltrip a sideways glance. RIR President Doug Fritz takes in the Thursday night action. South Boston’s Jeff Burton rides in a parade convertible. Emporia’s Elliott Sadler shares a moment with his daughter before hitting the track.

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

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church , 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday School, 9am; Worship 10:15am (Nursery prov.); Wed. night prayer service 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Children in Action, Preschool to 5th grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Rev. John Johnson. Youth Pastor, Reverend Craig Secor. Church 781-0330. www.blackcreek.org 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. "The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter. Find out more on our web: landmarkbaptistrichmond.org Rural Point Baptist Church Independent Baptist (KJV) 6548 Studley Road, (804) 730-3226 Sunday School - 10 am, Sunday Worship Services - 11 am & 6 pm Wednesday Evening Adult/Teen Bible Study - 7 pm Children’s Music Scripture Class 4-10 yr. old Check us out on the web, or better yet, come visit us! www.ruralpointbaptist.com

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. Join us in our historic sanctuary! 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. Bible Study/Youth activities; 6:00 pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org

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In Loving Memory of Robin Celeste Boyd, Our Precious Angel May 9, 1996 – May 9, 2011 Fifteen years ago, May 9th, 1996 our precious loved one was called to be with her heavenly father, Jesus Christ. We miss hearing you say, “I Love You.” Robin, your dearest friend, Denise Fain, Her Dad and Mom, Mandew and Loretta Fain, sent a gift of love (A Samantha Doll with Jesus Loves You) to a child in North Carolina with cancer. The doll was named in memory of someone very special and dear to our hearts – Robin. What a special gift in memory of you by Mandew and Loretta Fain. We thank the Lord for the 33 years and 7 months we cared for you and loved you unconditionally; the very love you shared with everyone, your ways of life will always be remembered as long as your Dad and Mom live, Robin. Robin Celeste, you touched so many lives while here on this earth. We have many loving memories of you, Robin Celeste. You will never be forgotten. Lots of Love Dad - Eugene Mom - Verna And Sisters Gayle and Renee

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May 4, 2011

HEALTHCARE

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

RN/ Full time position for Adult Specialty practice. Monday through Friday 8:30 to 5:00 competitive salary/benefits. Must be able to work at a fast pace, be detailed oriented, have strong venipuncture skills, vitals and be personable, energetic. IV infusion experiences a must. Fax all interest to 804-323-1850.

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

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT COUNTY OF KING WILLIAM ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN, PART-TIME POSITION King William County is seeking applications for a part-time Animal Care Technician position for the Regional Animal Shelter. The position averages 120 hrs/mo. and must rotate weekends and holidays, $10.00/hr. The Animal Care Technician (ACT) is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary facility for animals and people in accordance with all statutes, ordinances, and regulations pursuant to the operation of sheltering of animals. Lawful, proper, and humane care of animals shall be their primary responsibility. Assures all animalsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; nutrition, sanitary housing and basic medical needs are met on a daily basis. Assists the public when reclaiming, adopting or admitting animals and promotes responsible pet ownership. Assists with office/clerical tasks as may be required, maintains accurate records. Performs related duties as required. Position requires moderate physical effort, including the ability to lift objects up to 100 pounds. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED equivalent; animal care or animal husbandry training or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities to identify signs of animal illnesses, diseases and injuries; identify breeds, age and gender. May be required to obtain applicable certification(s) as deemed necessary by the County. Must possess a valid State driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Send county application form and resume including three professional references to Regional Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 215, King William, Virginia 23086. Application form may be obtained on the county web site at www.kingwilliamcounty.us Closing date May 23, 2011. EOE

Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Malley Timber Products is looking for individuals with loader/ heavy equipment operation experience, and also mechanic/millwright. Please apply in person or fax resume to 804-445-1144. 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.

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Charles Stanley, Jr. Paving & Sealing Early Bird Special! Free Estimates. Call 804-925-3999

DRIVER (TRAINING SPECIALIST) MH/MR - PART TIME. Transporting clients of various ages with disabilities within the county to employment & programs. Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. flexible hrs. which includes split shift, & HS diploma/GED. For more info. visit www.hanovercountyjobs.com or call 804-365-6489 (TDD#365-6140). EOE/MFDV.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS DRIVEWAYS ROCK DUST FOR SALE For Pricing to Your location Call Harold, 339-5537 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 Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044 Lloyds Electrical Service Inc. For all your wiring needs. Res. & Comm. Class-A, Lic & Ins. Free Estimates. 746-3650 / 909-2253

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

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

GENERAL REPAIRS

HAULING 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 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.

LAWN CARE 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

BUBBA’S grass cutting & trimming. Small garden plots. Call 382-6394

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.

Drywall Repairs- Small jobs welcome. Clean & Dependable. Licensed & Insured 30 years experience. Dean~ 803-8417

HOUSEWASHING BL&G Powerwashing Lic / Ins. Houses, Decks, Fences etc. Deck Sealing & Staining avail. Free Est, Donald Cassity 317-9156, 779-0349. www.BLGPowerwashing.com 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 Lee-Davis Powerwashing - Homes, Roofs, Decks, etc. Free Est. Lic/Ins. Call Keith Lowry 690-9387. Mark W Johnson Powerwashing Cleaning of all surfaces: houses, decks, driveways /sealing, etc. Gutter Cleaning & Covers. Lic/Ins. Free Est. 15 years experience. Call 683-9866

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

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

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 E.J. HornungExcellent References. Interior & Exterior. Great Rates. 746-5613

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

DAC Home Improvements Carpentry, Tiling, Wood Floors, Painting, Patios No job is too small! Call 339-2476

Herring Home ImprovementWindows, Decks, Sheds, Repairs. Licensed & Insured. Call 537-5755

PAINTING

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

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 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352

PLUMBING Aguilar Plumbing -For all your Service & Plumbing Needs. Drain Cleaning Included. Licensed/Insured. Free Estimates. Flat Rates. Senior Discounts. Call Jorge 804-503-6530 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

Mulch - 746-1281 Bark Mulch Shredded & Colored Mulch. Small/Large Loads Delivered.

It Fitz Plumbing 30 Years Experience Repair & Renovation Call 804-767-0979

MULCH-Double Shredded Hardwood & dyed mulch. Screened Top Soil. Call 994-2878 or 339-0722

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.

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

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

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

LAWN CARE

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.

NORMAN’S TREE & LAWN CARE SERVICE. GRASS CONTRACTS, SEEDING, AERATION, MULCHING, LEAF REMOVAL, TRACTOR WORK & MORE. FREE EST. LICENSED & INSURED. CALL 769-7197

Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential. Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531

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

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

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

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. 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

TILE

ALLSHOUSE PAINTING

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

WALLPAPERING Wallpaper Hanging & Removal. References. Reliable. Call Jane Watkins 746-9025

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May 4, 2011

REALTOR®

Search all MLS Listings @ www. erawoodyhogg. com

Woody Hogg Bradley Boykin Tripp Hogg Bryan Boykin 427-5104 427-5101 427-5110 427-5126

John Thiel 427-5137

Elizabeth Cullen Sandra Willis Stuart Jackson Jeff Flickinger Gene Seargent Kitty Gathright Kris Boykin Rob Ransome Bray 337-8314 427-5114 427-5124 339-8850 427-5140 241-4525 380-3804 426-4788

Otto Long 427-5115

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Austin 874-1430 Laurel Bartlett Marlene Austin Cornell Fraites J.J. Cox Julie 908-2020 427-5134 437-1253 427-5093 301-8633 Karvelis

Jeremy Roberts Robert Price 427-5121 427-5125

Bill & Sandra Yates Charles Stancil Bob Broaddus Tamara Taylor 513-2254 & 427-5090 427-5145 519-7676 513-6966

Gorgeous 2-story Dutch Colonial on 5.84 acres! This custom built home features 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, family room with brick fireplace, formal living and dining rooms, large utility room with extra cabinets, 20' x 30' unfinished room over garage that can be easily made into a 4th bedroom, large rear deck, 2-car garage, detached carport that is perfect for a boat, and 1-year ERA buyer’s home warranty. $349,950.

Cool Spring Forest

10 ACRES

This gorgeous Rancher features 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, family room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, sunroom, formal living and dining rooms, master bedroom with master bathroom, hardwood floors in common areas, bonus room, 2-car attached garage, and in-ground swimming pool. 1-year warranty provided by seller. $329,500.

Lovely All Brick Transitional Rancher on a private 10 acre lot. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, great room with fireplace, formal dining room, hardwood floors, 2-car attached garage, 2-car detached garage with upstairs workshop, boat access to the Pamunkey river, and 1-year buyer’s home warranty. $429,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100.

Walnut Grove Road

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Pam Hogg 427-5102

Russell Crews 746-5432

Davis Place

Charming vinyl-sided rancher featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook and granite countertops, family room with fireplace, formal dining room, master bedroom with master bathroom, fenced rear yard, rear deck, 2-car attached garage, and seller is providing 1-year ERA buyer’s home warranty! $229,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details.

Just Listed

This lovely home offers 1930’s style with 2011 updates and amenities! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1750 sq. ft. home sits on a large 3/4-acre sub-dividable corner lot with 2-car detached garage with electricity and workshop, new windows and vinyl siding, unfinished 2nd floor, full country front porch and rear deck, refinished hardwood floors, crown molding, updated fixtures, family room w/ recessed lighting and fireplace, formal living and dining rooms, huge kitchen w/ stainless steel stove and fridge, new dishwasher, microwave, cabinets, countertops, and flooring. $139,950.

Call Kevin Morris for more details at 804-652-9025.

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Strawhorn

Don’t miss this beautiful Cape that sits on over an acre parklike private lot in the Hanover High School district! This home features over 1,800 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, eat-in kitchen, huge family room with gas fireplace, master suite with his and hers closets and private balcony, country front porch, huge rear deck, and newer heat pump. $209,500.

Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts at 804-382-6899.

Battlefield Farms

Lovely Tri-Level home featuring 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths, family room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, formal living room, formal dining room, hardwood floors, 2-car attached garage, 1-car detached garage, fenced rear yard, and 1-year ERA buyer’s home warranty. $209,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details.

Atlee High School

Don’t miss this lovely 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1,150 sq. ft. Rancher that sits on a large corner lot. This home offers a 32x30 detached garage with workshop, new vinyl windows, central air, and paved driveway. Interior features custom paint, hardwood floors, ceiling fans throughout, large family and dining rooms, kitchen with new counters, flooring, maple cabinets, and new stove and dishwasher, completely renovated bathroom, master suite with large closet, laundry room, and walk up attic. $148,950.

Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts at 804-382-6899.

BANK OWNED

Horses Anyone? Charming 3 bedrooms rancher that has been completely renovated. Featuring 2 full bathrooms, kitchen with all appliances, living room with fireplace, formal dining room, family room addition, den/office, and hardwood floors. Large rear yard with detached garage. Located in the heart of Mechanicsville. $174,950.

Mechanicsville

Gorgeous brick and vinyl 2-story on 10 acres! This lovely home features 4 bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, family room with fireplace, atrium, formal dining room, and master bedroom with master bathroom. The exterior of this home boasts rear deck, 4-stall barn, and fenced pasture. Seller is providing 1-year buyer’s warranty. $499,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100.

FORECLOSURE This nice Chalet rancher features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, eat-in kitchen, great room with fireplace and vaulted ceilings, and fenced rear yard. Other features include: community clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, and play areas. $160,650.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details.

Davis Place

Mansfield Woods

New homes being built in the new section of Davis Place in Mechanicsville! Ranchers and 2-stories available. Over 40 floor plans to choose from. Several options available. Many lots to choose from. Starting in the $220’s.

Varina’s Newest Subdivision! 2 Stories and Ranchers Available. Starting at $199,000. 1 – 10 Acre Lots. Open House every Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Call Woody Hogg for more details on this great opportunity! 804-427-5100

Mayfield Farms Renovated all-brick Rancher featuring 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, beautiful kitchen with new countertops and fresh paint, formal dining room, formal living room, family room with fireplace and built-in bookshelves, seasonal sunroom, replacement windows, private rear yard, large storage shed, covered patio, and 1-year warranty. $184,950.

Call Kevin Morris for more details at 804-652-9025

or Jeremy Roberts at 804-382-6899.

LAND

Battlefield Green Beautiful 2,024 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 2½ bath 2-story on a culde-sac with one-car garage, Florida room, fenced yard, large rooms, gas fireplace, tile eat-in kitchen, stainless appliances, formal dining room, huge master suite, and community amenities. $224,950.

Call John Thiel at 804-467-9022.

Carolyn Fleischer 370-1144

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Fran McCauley Garry Smith Joe Sperry 909-9626 427-5116 417-1251

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5 Acres, King William, $34,000. Hill Fork Rd – 5 Acres, Mt Olive/Cohoke Rd. $54,000. 10 Acres, Mt. Olive Cohoke Rd, $71,000. 2.23 Acres, includes old grocery store with house, $125,000. Hanover, 5.75 Acres, Spring Run Rd. $125,000. Louisa, 2 Acres, $44,000. 20 Acres, Pauls Virginia, $175,000. Bring Offers! Call Fran McCauley at 804-337-6218 or 804-746-0020.

May 4, 2011

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details.

Quail Creek

Welcome to Charlestown charm in Mechanicsville! This beautiful 2-story home features 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, open family room with gas fireplace, large kitchen with breakfast bar and desk area, 1st floor master suite with luxury master bathroom, 2 paved driveways, rear entry 2-car garage, side privacy fence, irrigation system, and striking front porch with full balcony above. Don’t miss this Southern charm! $306,500.

Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025.

New Kent Great opportunity to own 53 acres close to Richmond. About 14 acres of this lot is open and the rest is wooded. There is a stream located on the edge of the property. This property is great for horses, hunting, or can be divided. Call for more details! $325,000.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100.

Mechanicsville This adorable rancher is perfect for first-time homebuyers or an investor. Featuring 2 bedrooms, full bathroom, kitchen, family room, and fenced rear yard. $89,950.

Call Woody Hogg for more details at 804-427-5100.

Property Management Services Quiet country living but close to everyLet Us Handle the Hassles! thing. Custom built 3 bedroom, 2 bath log cabin, 2,600 sq. ft., upstairs has one Screen Tenants – with Credit large bedroom and very large well lit loft Report. Advertise Property & bedroom that can be used as a home office, one full bath with claw foot tub, downstairs Collect Rent. Inspect Property & Protect Your Investment! has large living room with wood stove, dining room and kitchen includes custom tables. Master bath is handicap accessible. Joe Inge – Property Manager Located in Studley. $1,975 per month. 804-427-5119 Call Joe Inge at 804-389-6655. rentals@erawoodyhogg.com

Battlefield Green

Great house with 2,300 sq. ft., 2-car garage, 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms in the Hanover High district. Updated kitchen, Florida room, Rec room, outdoor patio, deck, and walk-up attic. Community amenities include pool, clubhouse, playgrounds, and tennis. $224,950.

Call John Thiel at 804-467-9022. A Y ERRANT R WA

Beaverdam Bluffs

Charming chalet rancher featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, eat in kitchen with breakfast nook and bay window, open family room with vaulted ceilings and fireplace, master bedroom, fenced rear yard, and rear deck. Seller is providing 1-year buyers home warranty. $162,500.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-424-5100 for more details.

Milestone Beautiful Transitional on 2.6 acres with 2,982 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, 1st floor office in a cul-de-sac. Many updates with new granite countertops, tile kitchen, wood floors, new carpet, double staircase, 2-car garage, fenced rear yard, and so much more! $349,950.

Call John Thiel at 804-467-9022.

FOR RENT

Berkeley Forest Immaculate custom-built Cape Cod style home with superb quality upgrades, priced to sell! FINISHED BASEMENT with fireplace – great media room – and FULL KITCHEN. Perfect for a large family and/or guests/in-laws. Total of 5 bedrooms, kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile flooring, first floor master, master bath with Travertine tile, and loads of storage space. Professionally landscaped lot that is great for entertaining! Great location just across from Burkwood Swim and Racquet. Atlee School district. Call for more information! $419,500.

Call Laurel Bartlett at 804-363-6661.