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County gets AAA rating Financial service upgrades Hanover to highest bond status Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Moody’s Financial Service, one of the three major municipal bond ratings agencies in the U.S., has upgraded Hanover County to a “AAA” rating, the highest possible. Hanover was already rated “AAA” by Fitch Ratings and Standard & Poor’s. The Moody’s evaluation makes Hanover County one of a small number of county governments nationwide with “Triple A” bond ratings. It also may be the smallest “Triple A” county measured by population.

“There is a very short list of counties our size that have been able to achieve two AAA bond ratings, let alone three.” G. ED VIA III Chairman Hanover County Board of Supervisors

Since the recession begun in 2008, ing a recession. Hanover has now been upgraded to AAA “This is a great day for Hanover County,” by two of the rating agencies; a great said Board of Supervisors Chairman G. Ed accomplishment during normal economic times and a remarkable achievement dursee AAA, pg. 26 `

Habitat fulfills hopes, dreams with new house By Jim Ridolphi news@mechlocal.com The Hanover Habitat for Humanity organization continues to change lives, one family at a time. Last week, the group dedicated its 38th house in the area, and the owner couldn’t have been more appreciative of their efforts. Jill Tribble, the single mother of two daughters, said the new home would transform her family’s life. “It’s a life-changing experience for us,” she said. “Just to have our own bedrooms and a place we can truly call home is almost unbelievable.”

Hundreds of volunteers, including Tribble, donated hours of sweat equity to make the project a success. The result is a three-bedroom rancher located on Ashcake Road near Center Street that any homeowner would be proud to call home. “We try to build homes that fit the neighborhood,” said Habitat executive director Tim Bowring. “The people who own these houses have jobs and conJim Ridolphi tribute sweat equity in the proj- New homeowner Jill Tribble, accompanied by her daughters Danielle and Desirae, cuts the ribbon on her new home on ect to construct these homes.” Bowring said this house Ashcake Road. Hanover Habitat for Humanity built the home, its see HABITAT, pg. 28 `

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Deborah Altizer, right, was determined to locate her brother, David Allen (born Stuart Wayne Stephens), who had been placed in foster care and then adopted in the 1950s. They are shown with their sister, Betty Adkins.

38th in the area, and Tribble and many volunteers provided the sweat equity.

Reunited: 35-year search successful By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com

Sitting in the swing on her front porch on New Ashcake Road, Deborah “Debbie” Altizer kept watching this new man in her life. David Allen was moving about the porch and the front yard. The date was May 4 and Debbie excitedly talked about the relationship she had already forged with David, who had been born

Stuart Wayne Stephens. While they had only met a few days before, the connection was immediate and strong. They are, after all, sister and brother. David had been placed in foster care in 1953 and was adopted by a Henrico County couple in 1958. “He was raised right here under my nose,” Debbie said. David see REUNITED, pg. 4 `

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Pepsi grant helps provide care to families in need By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Mechanicsville native Theresa Farina Sirles literally believes in opening her home to those in need. With her conviction to help others, she was awarded a Pepsi Refresh grant in March. Her work through Because We Are Sisters will bring some holiday cheer to patients at McGuire Veterans Hospital later this month when personal care items are delivered to them on Memorial Day. Sirles is joined by Kim Durrer Williams of New Kent on the McGuire project. Kim is the project coordinator. Both women are 1986 graduates of Lee-Davis High School. “The ladies from Mechanicsville are really stepping up to help us make a difference in lots of lives,” Theresa said. Her personal dedication to the work has included providing a home for a young mother who was expecting her second child. Theresa said the woman didn’t have a support system in place and her family “helped her prepare to welcome a child. She didn’t have any transportation to the hospital; she didn’t have anyone to care for her daughter when she went into labor and then she had a complicated pregnancy with a C-section.” Theresa and her husband Steve, who she said is very supportive of Because We Are Sisters, have a 3- and a 5-yearold. With two young children of her own, Theresa said “that was the real challenge when we brought the children into our home.” Thinking back on the moment when she realized she want to provide housing for the soon-tobe second-time mom, Theresa said, “Basically, I

came home and said I had this idea.” She said Steve is “the logical one, but he’s very supportive.” She did say opening their home to the family would not have happened without him. Also lending help were Theresa’s friends and members of her church. “She needed care when I went to work,” she said about the expectant mother. “It was really a community effort. That’s a really big part of the organization. Our goal is to bring that spirit to every day life.” When they brought the family into their home, she said they converted a playroom into temporary housing for the mom-to-be and her 2-year-old child. Theresa, who is employed by the Richmond Department of Justice Services, said the mom she helped is “on her own. We are still in contact. They come to our house; the children play together. She’s still struggling, but she did get through the birth of the child and she does have support. She can pick up the phone and just have a listening ear or get advice.” Theresa received $5,000 through the Pepsi Refresh program. Her goal is to cover the City of Richmond and Hanover, New Kent, King and Queen and King William counties. “I live in West Point,” she said, “so that’s kind of a center hub.” “The struggle when you’re working with families in crisis is a lot of the time they are coming from backgrounds that were also challenging,” she added. “So, for this Pepsi project, we’re working with Healthy Families [Virginia]. They work with families with a child age 0 to age 5 and they help develop goals and resources to help them reach those goals.” Healthy Families Virginia is an affiliate of see PEPSI, pg. 26 `

5 NEIGHBORS Lindsey Palmen honored as Animal Control’s Officer of the Year.

9 COMMUNITY Reese Klauer, left, and ReeseStrong Foundation joined in ASK walk.

40 SPORTS Lee-Davis soccer heads toward a district championship.

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lost a good friend Monday morning at 4:11. He got his “early release” pass from school down here on earth and went home victoriously to be with Jesus after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer. You know, you can learn a lot about living by spending time with those who are dying. They have no time for the trivial, meaningless stuff that clutters up life for those of us who are still denying our mortality. They are past the delusion that keeps the rest of us from thinking or talking about the big ugly bully that hides just behind all fears… death. Words have more meaning when they flow from a man who knows they might be his last. This man used his final quota of words to bless and not curse. He could have been bitter, angry, and selfish, and the world would have said, “He has a right to be!” but he wasn’t. He was gracious, thankful and kind. He said “I love you” to his friends and family – probably a whole lot more than he ever did before. He told his friends about his faith – a faith that grew and deepened right up until that faith became sight – a faith that did not disappoint him but ushered him into the glorious hope that awaits all those who believe.

ou see, he had found a treasure near the end of his road- a pearl of great price. He came to understand that he had a Heavenly Father who loved Him, a Father who sent His Son to die for him. He learned that through faith he could be adopted into God’s family and that the Son who died and rose again was now his big brother who has already whipped that ugly bully named Death. When we grasp that truth, there is nothing to fear. The real truth is, I didn’t lose a friend, we’re just going to be separated for a little while. King David said it this way about the death of his infant son, “He shall not return to me, but I shall go to him.” Many years later when King David faced his own death, he spoke these words to his son Solomon who would soon be King himself: “I am about to go the way of all flesh.” No denial there. Deep down we all know it’s true. Every living thing dies. Wrapped up in the very definition of life is the expectation of death. Ernest Hemmingway wrote: “Every true story ends in death.”

grew up in the Lakeside area. Debbie, the youngest and speaking on behalf of David and their sister Betty Adkins, said they started their lives in Highland Springs, where Betty still resides. There is another brother, Vernon Lee, who lives in Lynchburg. Their mother, who Debbie asked not to identify, had suffered a nervous breakdown and underwent shock therapy in the early 1950s. Debbie, who was born in the late ’50s, promised her mother she would “do the best that I could do” to locate Stuart. “She told us that she didn’t put him up for adoption, that she had a nervous breakdown. Social Services had stepped in and they put the children into foster care.” Betty returned to the home, but Stuart never did. Debbie said she was “real young” when she learned about Stuart. “I wasn’t old enough to understand. I had gotten hold of his baby picture and I took it out of the frame. I was just amazed by this baby. When I got old enough to understand, she told me what had happened. She used to pray for him that he

was in good hands, that he was in a good home.” When Debbie started what she calls the “journey” to find her brother, her mother told her he would “probably have light hair and definitely blue eyes.” David has strawberry blonde hair and blue eyes. With adoption records being sealed, Debbie knew locating the brother she knew as Stuart would not be an easy task. She was determined though and started her search on the Internet. First, she tried to enlist the aid of searchers, but said they “want to charge you astronomically.” She then joined “a bunch of different support groups.” This final search, Debbie said, “got started against after 35 years.” By coincidence, Debbie had become friends with a woman who had knowledge of the adoption process in the Greater Richmond area. Due to medical issues, siblings have rights in learning about family members. “If you’ve got any kind of a physical health problem that’s genetic, and it could be proven that is, we could make contact with him.” Debbie has had breast cancer. Her illness enabled her to pursue locating her brother.

ld Ernest was almost right. Every true story ends in death … every true story, that is – except one! And it is in that one true story that ends in life that we place our hope! Jesus conquered death. He raised Jarius’ daughter and the widow’s son. He called Lazarus from the tomb. And at the end of His earthly story there is an EMPTY tomb. He died and rose again! “But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. But each in his own turn: Christ, the first fruits; then, when he comes, those who belong to him. So will it be with the resurrection of the dead. The body that is sown is perishable, it is raised imperishable; it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; it is sown a natural body, it is raised a spiritual body. I declare to you, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable. Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed – in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed. For the perishable must clothe itself with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality. When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: “Death has been swallowed up in victory.” “Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” (1Cor. 15:20-23, 42-44, 51-58)

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Despite the assistance of a case worker, Debbie faced another hurdle. “When they tried to make contact with him, they couldn’t find him. I can’t believe this after all this time.” She then turned to craigslist, where she placed ads seeking information. She was contacted by Elizabeth Farr, an adoption investigator in Missouri. “She and I worked night and dad,” Debbie said, “and it only took two weeks to find him.” When Elizabeth contacted David, she told him “You’ve got two sisters who have been looking for you.” “It blew me away,” David said. He also said he knew he was adopted and his name was Stuart Wayne Stephens. “After 35 years, it’s a relief,” Debbie said. “The entire month of March we had so many people [helping]. We had to go through hundreds of telephone numbers. We basically found him on his date of birth, but some of these searchers out there they have got a deep database.” Debbie is encouraging to others who may be looking for a family member. “I just want people to know -- don’t give up. If you’ve got basically your facts, you can go to a specific courthouse where the adoption went through and look at special proceedings books, go to libraries and look on microfiche if you know what you’re looking for. At the time I was looking I couldn’t seethe forest for the trees. It overwhelmed me -- I didn’t know what I was looking for.” Their first conversation had Elizabeth as a go-between David and Debbie in a conference call situation. “After we made contact and we talked a little while I gave him Betty’s number and he called Betty,” Debbie said. David had recently moved to a new apartment in St. Louis, Mo., and didn’t have a phone. Debbie sent a track phone with 440 minutes on it. “We talked them off in two days,” David said. “Then she sent some more and we talked them off. I didn’t know how to put minutes on it. That’s how it got started.” His recent relocation had been a stumbling block in the

search. Candidly, David said he had been living in a recovery house. “I was running from my past is what the doctor said and that’s why I was hard to find. I moved into my apartment in September.” Their first official contact was on March 13 and the brother met his sisters face-to-face on April 22. “I was standing out there with a flashlight so that he would know [he had arrived],” Debbie said. “All we had all these years were baby pictures.” The reunion has brought David full circle in his life. He said the connection he has made with his family has prompted him to return to the Richmond area. Even though they did not grow up together, Debbie said “We all have so much in common. We all like the same food, same kind of cooking, same kind of activities, sports. It’s amazing.” Debbie’s husband Ronnie piped in: “He’s a good horseshoe pitcher – beat me in my backyard.” “I don’t think I could put into words [what this visit means],” David said. “My adopted family was good. These people here have just bent over backwards. I’ve never felt love before. My brothers and I didn’t quite click, he said referring to his adoptive siblings. A self-described loner, David said he wants to find a home in the country. “I got stuck in the city and couldn’t find a way to get back to the country. I love it out here.” In St. Louis, he had been working as a union roofer until he suffered an injury and was placed on disability. The ordeal of locating her brother, Debbie said, “was like pulling teeth.” When David pulled into Debbie’s driveway, he was driving a blue Corvette. To his surprise, she had one just like his parked nearby. “I drive 1,000 miles or whatever and they’ve got one just like it in the front yard,” David said with a grin.

Animal Control honors Palmen as Oﬃcer of Year Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Hanover County Animal Control has recognized its outstanding personnel during 2009, with Lindsey Palmen receiving the Fleming Blunt Award as Officer of the Year. Palmen is a “dedicated and driven individual with both integrity and devotion to duty,” Chief Kevin M. Kilgore said. “Lindsey answered more calls for service than any other officer, did more written enforcement and had the highest law enforcement statistics of any officer. She also performed more cruelty investigations than any officer on the force.” “Lindsey demonstrated professional skills with appearance, work ethic and compassion,” Kilgore added. “She has set an excellent example of what an animal control officer stands for.” A two-year veteran of Hanover Animal Control, Palmen was a volunteer at the

Animal Pound before being hired as a kennel attendant and working her way up to Animal Control Officer. Fleming Blunt’s name is on the plaque for Excellence in Service and Dedication to Duty because he was the very first Animal Control professional in Hanover County, dating back to 1959. For many years, Blunt worked with little or no funding while performing the duties of animal control in Hanover, helping to find homes for many stray pets in Hanover. Kilgore also recognized several other people during the ceremony on April 14 at Hanover Courthouse: ✓ Jeff Parker was named Most Improved Animal Control Officer. He captured and saved more wildlife and pets (total dogs and cats) than any other officer in 2009 and was also commended several times as being extremely customerfriendly. ✓ Jessie O’Keeffe received the Super Support Staff Award

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Hanover County Animal Control recognized, from left, Jessie O’Keeffe, Super Support Staff Award; Jeff Parker, Most Improved Animal Control Officer; and Lindsey Palmen, Fleming Blunt Award as Officer of the Year.

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We can do something to find a cure for cancer Richmond was abuzz on Saturday with the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, with Brown’s Island being a hub of activity for those doing their part to help the American Cancer Society. Locally, two Relay for Life events are coming up in Hanover County. On Saturday, May 22, The Supply Room at 14140 Washington Highway in Ashland will be the location of the Western Hanover Relay for Life. The Relay is scheduled to get under way at noon. On May 20, Bank Night and T-Shirt Night will be held at 6:30 p.m. at The Supply Room. According to the ACS website, www.cancer.org, the person that raises the most online money by that date will win a Relay for Life couch chair. Chairing the May 22 Relay are Trent Mills, event chairman, mills4ofus@ yahoo.com, 798-7812; and Faith Van Goor, co-chairman, fvangoor@gmail. com. On Saturday, June 5, at 5 p.m., the Relay will start at Lee-Davis High School at 7052 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. A planning meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday, May 13), with team captains meeting at 7 p.m. The person that raises the most online money by June 3 wins the Relay couch. The team that raises the most online money per team member by June 3 also will win a prize. Event co-chairman of the Mechanicsville Relay for Life are Jamie Koertge, event co-chairman, archistue@hotmail.com, and Faith Van Goor, crazyladysfriend@yahoo.com. Representing the American Cancer Society with the Relay for Life events is staff partner Andrea Fravel. She can be contacted at andrea. fravel@cancer.org or by calling 527-3712. These events are major fundraisers for the American Cancer Society and your involvement and participation are key to their success. One of the most poignant moments during the Relay for Life comes with the Survivors Lap. We all know someone who has been affected by cancer. Now we can do something to help find a cure. Melody Kinser

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LETTERS | Reader Views approvals come ahead of the capacity of infrastructure to support them. Over the years it took to get to this point, the Coalition for Hanover’s Future and many concerned citizens pushed In the last two weeks of April, Ashland’s Town Council for greener, more sustainable planning. We believe that such and the Hanover County Board of Supervisors approved see LETTERS, pg. 8 ` rezoning for East Ashland, the mammoth mixed-use (MX) development to be located at the juncture of I-95 and Route 54. These historic votes now set the stage for changes that will unequivocally impact quality of life in Hanover The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of County. interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your East Ashland, along with the existing Woodside Estates address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to and the proposed Providence Creek mixed-use developedit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be ment, will add 33,000 to 35,000 daily vehicle trips, more published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers than 1 million square feet of commercial and retail space and not The Mechanicsville Local. and approximately 1,300 residences – impacts roughly Send letters to: comparable to Virginia Center Commons a few miles south The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, – to an already stressed interchange. Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Though an MX zoning like East Ashland is appropriFax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com ately located in the county’s Suburban Services Area, these

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dogged involvement improved the final product aesthetically and environmentally, particularly in the area of watershed management. But the issues of traffic volume, road capacity and economic impacts remain unsatisfactorily addressed â&#x20AC;&#x201D; despite the millions of dollars that the developers have proffered. Could this project have been better? Yes. Unfortunately, a sense of urgency or resignation imposed itself on the process and the votes have closed off any further input â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the April 28 supervisorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vote being taken without a public hearing. Hanover citizens will now wait to see the real impacts. Will East Ashland be â&#x20AC;&#x153;fiscally positive?â&#x20AC;? Will the county name a citizen to the East Ashland architectural review committee? Meetings with the Virginia Department of Transportation for proposed road improvements are promised. Will citizens have a voice?

ored sweatshirt, a black baseball style cap with a Nike swoosh on the bill, and sun glasses. Investigators are seeking additional information on a white two0door sedan with a distinctive rear spoiler that was seen in the area immediately before and after the robbery. That day, they received information that the suspect was travelling north on Interstate 95 and possibly in the area of the Pilot gas station on Route 207 just off Exit 104 in Caroline County. That area was searched for the suspect, with the assistance of Caroline County Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office and the Virginia State Police, but the suspect was not located. Anyone with information on the identity of the suspect is urged to contact the Hanover County Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office at 804-365-6140 or Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000.

We believe citizen participation is vital for a healthy community. We commend all those citizens, officials and staff who advocated for higher standards as the East Ashland case evolved. Good planning like this does not just happen, but the process can be better in the future with greater energy and commitment to communitybased planning coming from our county leadership. Coalition for Hanoverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Future Board of Directors Pattie P. Bland, chair; Patricia Bailey, Douglas Boardman, Caroline T. Cooke, Melissa Dopp, D. Reber Dunkel, James Ellis, Andrea Ferment, Ann Marie Martin, Russ Pond, Jean St. John, Lynn Wingfield and Martha Wingfield

issue of Pole Green Road yet again. I feel that many people in Mechanicville have forgotten the basic principals learned in kindergarten: Be kind and take turns. After a very exhausting day, I found myself on Pole Green Road at 5:45. The traffic in the right hand lane is backed up to the 295 entrance. I decide to use the left hand lane, and this is when I find out how rude many people can be. It is my turn at the alternate merge and someone in a large SUV refuses to let me merge. To make matters worse, the next person blocks me from merging too. Why can people not understand that this is an alternate merge? If you choose to use the right hand lane and wait in the long line on Pole Green road, you are supposed to take turns at the merge. I know this has been written There is no need to be rude about many times, however, I feel compelled to bring up the see LETTERS, pg. 15 `

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ReeseStrong helps in fight to outrun cancer Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com he efforts of a Mechanicsvillebased organization contributed to the 5th annual Family Fun Walk and 5K on April 24 at the Short Pump Town Center. ReeseStrong Foundation, established to honor the life and spirit of namesake Julia Reese Klauer, made its second appearance in the ASK-sponsored event. She was diagnosed with a brain tumor in January 2009. The nonprofit helps families of children with cancer. According to its website, www.askweb.org, ASK was founded in 1975 by a small group of parents of pediatric cancer patients at MCV Hospital in Richmond. Its mission is to continue to search for ways to make life better for children with cancer. ASK provides direct financial, spiritual, social and emotional support to children with cancer and their families. The ReeseStrong Foundation entered the race with 85 team members. With their hot pink shirts, ReeseStrong made a presence. Last year the ReeseStrong team made its debut. This year, more than 1,500 people registered for the event that circles the Short Pump Town Center. After the race, many headed into the mall’s main plaza for a family festival that featured live music from the Jangling Reinharts, as well as free food samples and children’s activities New to the race this year was a Victory Lap for the ASK kids. Kristin Mudd, who is involved with the ReeseStrong Foundation, said, “There wasn’t a dry eye, as the cancer warriors walked their lap as the band played ‘Don’t Stop

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Reese Klauer, photo above, and her father Walter enjoy the victory lap in the 5th annual Family Fun Walk and 5K. They joined in supporting ASK, a local nonprofit that helps children with cancer. Reese was diagnosed with a brain tumor in January 2009. At right, some of the participants took time out for a group photo. The photo below right shows walkers along the route.

Believing’.” She also said that the top 5K runners and fundraisers were recognized for their hard work. “Every dollar raised makes an enormous impact,” Kristin said. “Individual participation is welcome but many of the biggest contributions come from those who get support ‘teams’ involved.” The ReeseStrong team had many returning participants this year, as well as many new supporters who, Kristin said, “are inspired by Reese’s strength, courage, determination and

perseverance.” According to Kristin, the ASK 5th annual Fun Walk and 5K was a huge success. She said they raised more than $145,000. All proceeds from the event will directly support children battling cancer in the area through ASK’s many programs. To learn more about ASK, visit www.askweb.org. ReeseStrong is developing programs for families, planning fundraisers, and raising awareness of childhood cancer everyday.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals Henry Bailey, of Ashland, departed this life May 2, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Angela Bailey; daughter, Alondra Bailey; stepchildren, Chenka and William; and countless other relatives and friends. The family received friends at the Owens Funeral Services, 104 Green Chimney Ct., Ashland Va. 23005. Funeral services were held Friday, May 7, 2010 at the Brown Grove Baptist Church Ashland, Va. www.owensfuneralservices.com.

Elizabeth Jane Wright Baylor, 85, of Mechanicsville, departed this life April 30, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stewart W. Bay-

lor Sr., and granddaughter, Kendra E. Otey. She leaves to cherish her memory one daughter, Elizabeth Otey (Mansfield); two sons, Stewart W. Baylor Jr. (Marian) and Darryl E. Baylor; four grandchildren; four sisters, Marinda Lewis, Ella Robinson, M. Esther Brooks and Frances Hopson-Johnson (Robert); a foster daughter, Betty Lindsey; a host of other relatives and friends. The family received friends at the March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing was held Wednesday, May 5, 2010. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 6, 2010 at First Shiloh Baptist Church, 8150 Walnut Grove Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. Rev. Dr. Don J. Hayes

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that time and in retirement he spoke nationally on research in Virginia records. Mr. Clay was a member of The Order Robert Young Clay, age of First Families of Virginia, The Order of First Families 73, of Richmond, Va., and a Ruth B. Berkley, 84, native of Dixon Springs, Tenn., of North Carolina, the Order of Richmond, went to be of the Crown in America and with the Lord on Saturday, died May 6, 2010 in Richmond. he was a fellow of the Virginia He was born September 4, May 8, 2010. She was a Genealogical Society. He was devoted and loving mother 1936 to the late Robert Bell and a member of the Church of and was preceded in death Ruth Young Clay. Through his Christ. He is survived by three life, Mr. Clay was a heraldic by her husband, Curtis aunts, Gracie Nichols (Frank) artist, producing hundreds A. Berkley; and a son, Young of Pulaski, Tenn., Sara of paintings of coats of arms. Charles C. Berkley. She Ezell (Gilbert) Young and After retirement, he returned Frances Hickey (Odell) Young is survived by her daughto landscape paintings, sold ter, Tracy Brooks and through galleries in Richmond of Nashville, Tenn. Recently deceased was his aunt, Maurine husband, Rodney; sons, and Alexandria. He also conTimothy R. Berkley and ducted a lifetime of research on Shivers (Elbert) Young of his wife, Tina, and Russell the Clay genealogy. He received Nashville, Tenn. He is also a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree survived by first cousins, Anne O. Berkley Sr.; grandchilEscue Early (Loyd) Frashier of in 1960 from the University of dren, Russell O. Berkley Malibu, Calif., Joanne Paschall Tennessee, Knoxville, havJr., Christie M. Grambo (Ferris) Harmon and Elaine ing studied painting under C. and Brandi C. Brooks; Young (James) McGuire of AtKermit Ewing and Walter H. great-grandchildren, lanta, Ga., Janet Young Watson Stephens, after which he was Drake and Evan Berkley and Paul D. Young of Pulaski, employed by the UT Library. and Cody Ray Grambo. In 1969, he received his Master Tenn., Dr. Larry D. Young of The family received of Library Science degree from Mocksville, N.C., Linda Young friends Monday, May, 10, (Grady) Bogue of Knoxville, George Peabody College in 2010 at the Mechanicsville Nashville. From 1970, when Tenn., Glenda Young (James) Hutchenson and Jane Young of Chapel of Bennett Funeral he moved to Richmond, until Nashville, Tenn., and Martin Home, 8014 Lee-Davis retirement in 2001, he worked Young of Oxford, Miss. Mr. Road. Graveside services as a genealogical reference were held Tuesday, May archivist with the Virginia State Clay will be buried with his 11, 2010 at Washington Library and Archives, now the parents and grandparents in the Clay family plot in the Dixon Memorial Park. The family Library of Virginia. During of Springfield Baptist Church, Eulogist. Graveside services were held in the church cemetery.

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Jean Voorhees Conway, 79, of Mechanicsville, passed away May 4, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey A. Conway Sr.; and her parents, Carroll and Marion Voorhees. She is survived by her sons, Arnold Conway and his wife, Faye, Stephen Conway and his wife, Sandy and Mark Conway and his wife, Cynthia; six grandchildren, Raine O’Brien and her husband, Matt, Nicole Conway, Stephen Conway Jr. and his wife, Anna, Marion Conway, Danielle Conway and Michelle Conway; one great-grandchild, Lucas O’Brien; sister, Ann Cooke and her husband, Gene; sisters-in-law, Eleasee OBITUARIES, pg. 12 `

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nor Sharpe, A. Jean Conway, Mary Singleton and her husband, Jack, Priscilla â&#x20AC;&#x153;Patâ&#x20AC;? Myers and her husband, Floyd, Carolyn Midkiff and her husband, Bob and Brenda Rogers; and a special friend, Kenny Rankin. Mrs. Conway was a lifetime member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and retired from GRTC. The family received friends Thursday, May 6, 2010 at Blileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sStaples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road, where funeral services were held Friday, May 7, 2010. Graveside services were held in Greenwood Memorial Gardens.

Jacob Goldstein, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jakeâ&#x20AC;?, age 68, of Mechanicsville, went victoriously to be with his Savior after a long battle with cancer on May 3, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda S. Goldstein; a daughter, Denise Hamer; two sons, Michael and Jake; two grandchildren, Laura

and Joey; a sister, Norma Sledge. Jake retired from Lucent Technology after 34 years of service in Baltimore and Richmond. The family received friends Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy, Mechanicsville. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 6, 2010 at the Hanover Friends Church, Mechanicsville. Graveside services were held at Hanover Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hanover Friends Church Building Fund.

Allan D. Jones, 72, of Glen Allen, passed away May 7, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dwight and Hattie Jones; and his sister, Ann Jeffries. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Marlys â&#x20AC;&#x153;Katieâ&#x20AC;? Jones; his children, Terri Jones-Cassell (James), Michael Jones (Nicole); two grandchildren, Taylor and Morgan; his sister-in-law, Karen Rogers; twin nieces, Cindy Barr and Cheryl McCall;

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Judith Dale Gilmore Lightner, of Glen Allen, passed this life May 6, 2010 in the comfort of her beautiful home. Known lovingly to her family as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dale,â&#x20AC;? she was born March 29, to Jessie and the late Julius L. Gilmore of Birmingham, Ala. She attended Virginia Union University and retired from Philip Morris. She

was a member of All Souls Presbyterian Church, where she served as an Elder and Trustee. She is survived by her daughter, Rashaun K. Minor and her husband, Jonathan; son, Rayford H. Lightner IV and his wife, Jharman, who are expecting their first child in June; their father, Rayford H. Lightner III; mother, Jessie B. Gilmore; two grandchildren, Jonathan and Hannah; three sisters, Andrea Luke, Grace Johnson and husband, Lee, and Joyce Bryant; brother, Archie â&#x20AC;&#x153;Leonâ&#x20AC;? Smith; nephew, Julian V. Luke and wife Victoria, and their son Jaylen. A memorial service was held Monday, May 10, 2010 at All Souls Presbyterian Church, 19 Overbrook Road.

Mildred Lipscomb Noel, of Mechanicsville, died on Thursday, May 6, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Noel, and is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Richie and Karen Noel; one grandson, Ryan Noel; four

sisters, Irene Baldwin, Grace Gammon, Helen Fudela, and Lois Mundy. A funeral service was held at the Beulah Baptist Church, 4805 West River Road in Aylett, Va., on Monday, May 10, 2010. Graveside services were held in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Beulah Baptist Church. B.W. White Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Helen Virginia Perry, 80, formerly of Highland Springs, passed away Monday, May 3, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Perry, and was retired from Business Equipment Center. Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Claudia Perry; grandson, Drew Perry and his wife, Jennifer, and their children, Zach and Allie; brother, Mallory D. Robinson and his wife, Ann, and their children. Graveside services were held Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at Westhampton Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

Maurice I. Robinson Sr., departed this life May 3, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Robinson; a son, Marvin A. Robinson; and a brother, Linwood Robinson. He is survived by a daughter, Beryl C. Robinson; two sons, Maurice I. Jr. and Linwood Robinson; four grandchildren; a sister, Lavinia Robinson Pollard; a brother, Charles Tyler (Francenia); and a devoted girlfriend, Shirley Lewis. The family received friends at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005, where public viewing was held on Friday May 7, 2010 and where funeral services were held Saturday, May 8, 2010. Graveside services were held in Rocky Ford Cemetery. Barbara-Jeanne Smethers, passed away peacefully May 6, 2010. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Philip R. Smethers, Sr. and son Chuckie. She leaves behind to cherish her memory; three sons, Philip R. Smethers, Jr., Keith Smethers and his wife Cindy, and Mickey Smethers and his wife Teresa; five daughters, Cindy Gatewood and see OBITUARIES, pg. 13 `

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On Wednesday, April 21, Hanover County Public Schools, in partnership with the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, Hanover 911 Communications, and Hanover County Fire/EMS, conducted a special needs bus evacuation exercise at Hanover County Fleet Services. Despite inclement weather, nearly 100 individuals, including first responders, school administrators, bus drivers and others, assisted with planning, observed or participated in this exercise. Goals for the exercise were: ✏ to expand training for Hanover County Public Schools special needs drivers and attendants and other observers/participants; and ✏ to test employees’ awareness and ability to address special needs, to utilize and test existing communication mechanisms, to strengthen partnerships, and to identify areas for improvement. The exercise was conducted using National Incident Management and Incident Command as recommended by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and as a result, each of the goals was met. The scenario involved a school bus transporting students with special needs that was struck by a large vehicle

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while en route to school. The Fleet Services driver’s education area was designed to simulate the corner of LeeDavis Road and Mechanicsville Turnpike. The exercise simulated several injuries, responses by law enforcement and fire/EMS, media, parent and bystander interactions, and included assistance to five students with various special needs. As a next step, the lessons learned from this exercise will be included in a follow-up

training for Hanover bus drivers, many of whom observed the exercise. The school division thanks everyone who assisted in making the April 21 exercise a success.

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CF Dinner to be held today at Texas Roadhouse The annual CF (Cystic Fibrosis) Dinner fundraiser is scheduled from 5 to 8 Pope said they will be handing out twill be held today at Texas Roadhouse by p.m. shirts and collecting donations. Virginia Center Commons. Ten percent of sales will go to support From 5 to 6 p.m., the restaurant will offer two for $15 dinners. According to Penny Pope, the the CF Foundation.

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and block people from merging. I found myself extremely frustrated and upset at how unkind people can be. Finally, a nice mom in a minivan let me merge. We are all tired and want to get home, but remember those principles that we learned in kindergarten next time you are on Pole Green Road. Shannon Flounders Mechanicsville

Socialism picks up steam Wake up, America! The slow progression of our free republic toward socialism has now become an accelerating, runaway freight train. We have taken the bait of social programs for decades and now this once great nation is careening toward bankruptcy and financial ruin if we don’t reverse course. Chaos looms? Glenn Lucy Mechanicsville

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is extremely insulting to those who gave their lives and service to the cause of Southern Independence, their descendants and all who believe in constitutional government and oppose tyranny. There seems to have been an editorial shift in your publication that endorses political correctness above historical accuracy. We Virginians know that our state voted first to remain in the Union and only in response to federal coercion was the resolution to succeed passed. Nothing regarding the issue of slavery changed between those votes. We also know that the Declaration of Independence gives the people the right to change, alter or abolish our government, although that part of the preamble is often omitted in current invocations. The horrible war that was forced upon our state was the U.S. president’s response to Southern succession. He stated early in the crisis that his goal was to force the southern states back into the union with or without slavery. Where is your compassion for the families whose lives were forever altered, their homes destroyed, and their persons violated? Where is your empathy for the soldier who continued to fight despite overwhelming odds, hunger and disease?

Can you understand why we, their descendants, are so deeply injured by your mockery of their sacrifice? I know there are some who seek political gain by insisting that any discussion of Southern Independence be diluted with the issue of slavery. They believe that the greatest challenge to federal authority should always be tainted as just a desperate maneuver to preserve a racist power structure. Unfortunately, this historically incorrect propaganda is espoused by the government through its schools, control of historical sites, and its taxpayer supported media. In turn these fabrications are championed by those who know the government will maintain their victim status and greatly reward their faithful support. Today as we witness the continued growth of government at the expense of our liberties, we should periodically reflect on the generation who gave so much for the cause of individual freedom, constitutional government and the rights of the people of the states to safeguard their liberties. I applaud our governor for his decision to recognize this need. It is time we stop appeasing those who seek attention and validation at the price of our heritage. David Bryant Mechanicsville

Taking aim at noise ordinance Hanover Youth I just finished reading your “From the editor” and by what I am reading with this law when I get home from work and take my dogs out for play time for a half hour to an hour and my dogs are barking up a storm from their play time I will be breaking the law. I was wondering if Sterling Rives would give me hand at a noise issue that I have. I moved to River Road 17 years ago and it was a really nice quiet neighborhood, but since then Hanover County has built this gun range and all evening I have to listen to a barrage of gunfire every evening when I come home. Sounds like a bunch of hunters in the woods right next to me. The other problem I have is Hanover County also built this park that used to be nice and quiet but now it’s a sports park and all I hear is screaming kids and yelling parents and amplified telecasters during the evenings and on weekends all day. Now they are installing all these lights so they can annoy me at night even. You people are getting a little out of hand with this noise issue see LETTERS, pg. 17 `

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Golf tourney raises $28,000 for schools Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com With32teamscompeting,the 13th Annual Superintendent’s Business Advisory Committee (BAC) Golf Tournament brought in more than $28,000 to support Hanover County Public Schools. The event was held on April 26 at the Hanover Country Club. For the seventh year, the tournament was divided into two flights. 2010 tournament winners were: AM Flight 1st Place — Riverbound Café – Michael Cohan, Robbie Watkins, Josh Rahman and Scott Wright. 2nd Place — Cavalier International Inc. – John Leber, John Grooms, Scott Miller and Frank Pritchett. 3rd Place — Rutherford Janitor Supply Company – Kevin Hare, Bob Koehler, George Butler and Tom Vaughan. PM Flight 1st Place — BB&T Insurance Services Inc. – John Witt, Steve Martin, Dave Cheek and Jeff Weller. 2nd Place — AMF Hanover Lanes – Darren Hawker, Nathan Lash, James Thompson and Chris Hans. 3rd Place — Herff Jones Company – Jay Roudabush, Reed Schweickert, Eric Lyons and Chris Romig. The following businesses supported the event through sponsorships and donations: BB&T – breakfast sponsor; Coventry Health Care; Trane – lunch sponsors, Hanover Country Club, Scott & Stringfellow Inc. and The Supply Room Companies Inc. – gift sponsors; Coca-Cola Enterprises Bottling Companies

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Jamie Mullenaux’s fourth-grade class at Mechanicsville Elementary School recently wrote letters to businesses and families to raise $1,400 to purchase a SMART Board for the classroom. According to the website, www.digitalwish.com, the SMART Board is an interactive whiteboard that “has a large, touch-sensitive display on which you and your students can explore a website, give a science presentation or take a virtual field trip. You simply touch the surface to select menus and icons.” The website also said the SMART Board “helps you improve student motivation and performance by making inquiry-based learning a dynamic classroom experience.”

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Teams needed for tailgate toss event Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The corn toss craze has swept the college campuses, tailgate parties and social gatherings and has now landed at Hanover Tavern. This nonprofit foundation has organized a bean (corn)-bag toss competition as a fund raiser for the 18th century building. Beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday May 21,

the contest will match 48 teams competing for a cash prize of $250. Corn Toss is similar to horseshoes except for the use of wooden boxes called corn toss platforms and corn bags instead of horseshoes and metal stakes. Contestants take turns pitching their corn bags at the platform, 30 feet away, until a team reaches the score of 21 points. A corn bag in the hole scores 3 points,

while one on the platform scores 1 point. Get your teams together and visit www.hanovertavern.org for registration forms. You also may contact Laura Curzi 804-537-5050, ext. 21, or lcurzi@hanovertavern.org to register. Registration fee is $50 per team. Hanover Tavern is located at 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road (Route 301 across from the county complex) in Hanover.

Sale to benefit CVFD Auxiliary Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com A yard sale to benefit the Chickahominy Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 15. To participate, a space can be purchased for $15. Payment is due upon set-up. According to the Auxiliary,

anything can be sold at the sale, including Tupperware, Mary Kay, Avon, arts and crafts, etc. Leftover items must be disposed of by the sller. The location is at the corner of Sliding Hill and Leadbetter roads. For more information, call Cathy Garrett at 396-9579 or Renee Thompson at 393-6145.

Prevent Child Abuse event set Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Kohl’s Department Store in partnership with Prevent Child Abuse Virginia will host its annual Territory Prevent Child Abuse event on

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Saturday, May 15, from 9 a.m. to noon. The event will include local fire and safety, crafts, presentations and healthy snacks. Kohl’s is located at 7390 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. national chairman Jerry Lewis said in a letter to Hogg. The 2010 tournament is being held in honor of Jim Bybee, a realtor with ERA Woody Hogg and Associates, who passed away unexpectedly in October of 2007. “Our hope is to provide a great day of fun at one of Richmond’s premier golf destinations and support a great cause,” Hogg said. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit MDA.

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Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Lee-Davis Band will present its 2nd Annual Car & Craft Show on Saturday, May 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. .In addition to craft vendors, there will be a car show competition with various types of vehicles, including antique, historic and custom. Motorcycles also are welcome. Food and drinks will be available for purchase through the band concessions. There is no charge for admission and the public is welcome. Drivers can call Jon Lewis at 690-2128 or e-mail jlewis@ spindrifttech.com. Craft vendors are asked to call Donna Cowherd at 8520017 or e-mail LDCraft@ comcast.net. For more information, visit the Lee-Davis band’s website at http://www.lee-davisbands.org/.

Romp n’ Roll to open May 17 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

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Randolph Macon College students Lauren Wood, left, and Desiree Anderson recently visited 55th District Del. John Cox to discuss issues related to citizens in the community with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The students have been assisting the Hanover Arc through a program sponsored by R-MC. “The Hanover Arc and the Community Services Board go a long way in filling the much needed gap, but much more needs to be done in this vital area of importance to our community,” Cox said. The delegate welcomed the students to his new district office located on Dow-Gil Road in Ashland.

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Animal Control oﬃcers checking for dog tags Contributed Report You can be fined $25 for failing to purchase a dog tag. A news@mechlocal.com Animal Control officers are license costs only $6. They are enforcing Hanover County’s on sale throughout the year and requirement that all dogs four must be on the dog at all times. Dog licenses are sold at the months of age and older are county treasurer’s office and at licensed. All dogs and cats four 10 additional locations throughmonths of age and older must out the county. For more information on be vaccinated for rabies as purchasing a dog tag, visit required by law. “We are especially vigilant http://www.co.hanover.va.us/ in neighborhoods that we’ve treasurer/etc-dog.htm Any dog found without a gotten calls and concerns in,” valid Hanover dog tag is conKevin M. Kilgore, chief of sidered “unlicensed” until his Animal Control, said. “We try to be proactive and help owner can prove otherwise. Wearing a tag of any kind keep our community safe from both free-roaming animals and also ensures the safety of the dog or cat is it rabies.” does happen to All dogs All dogs four months get lost or stofour months of of age and up len. age and up are are required “If people required to have to have tags would simply tags and a valid and a valid license. put a tag on license, which, their pet, then it if shown on the dog, indicates to everyone that would help us save the lives of they have been vaccinated for hundreds of animals each year,” rabies, a deadly disease that is Kilgore said. Dogs are not allowed to untreatable in animals and is run free anywhere in Hanover 100 percent fatal. County through June 30. There have been more than The county’s leash law 190 cases of rabies in Hanover County in the last 10 years, applies to residents of the Town of Ashland, Hanover’s Suburban including 33 in 2009 alone. In the last three years, 89 Services Area, any Hanover cases of animals being infect- County Park area, any Hanover ed with rabies here have been County School property, and confirmed, a dramatic increase any area zoned residential throughout the year. from previous years. For more information, Seven cases have been concall Hanover County Animal firmed so far this year, involving Control at 365-6485. five raccoons, one skunk and Information about rabies one bat. Rabies is a preventable viral “The bottom line is that disease that infects the cenpeople need to have their tral nervous system, causing pets licensed and vaccinated,” encephalopathy (altered brain Kilgore said. “It’s a public health see TAGS, pg. 23 ` issue.”

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harmless. You can’t determine if an animal has rabies by looking at them or observing their behavior. When a person is bitten, the Health Department may recommend testing or observation of the biting animal, if it is available. In situations where the suspect animal cannot be located, the Health Department may recommend rabies prophylaxis. Rabies prophylaxis is a treatment that may prevent rabies in humans if administered before symptoms develop. The following steps can be taken to prevent rabies: ■ Make sure that cats and dogs get and stay vaccinated;

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Portaiture event raises funds for Humane Society Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Jessica Robertson Photographic Artistry held its Second Annual “Pet Portraiture Event” in its Ashland Studio in March to benefit the Hanover Humane Society. The event, held over a two-day period, allowed proud pet owners to have professional portraits taken of their pets. The studio resembled a pet parade as small Yorkshire Terriers to large German Shepherds were ushered in to the studios to have their pictures taken with a variety of props and settings. Owners reviewed the

proofs and ordered portraits so they could proudly display their “cute canines” to friends and family. Robertson, an animal lover and supporter of the Hanover Humane Society, presented the organization with $650, which represented the sitting fee from each portrait session. Given the success of this fundraiser, the studio has partnered with Hanover Humane moving forward and will donate the session fee from any pet portrait package handled by the studio. For more information, contact the studio at 7987980 or visit www.jessicarobertson.com.

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Historical Society schedule listed Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Hanover County Historical Society has announced its program schedule for 2010. The Hanover County Historical Society Inc., a non-profit, 501 ©(3) corporation, was formed April 2, 1967. The Society’s mission is “To promote Hanover County’s rich history and heritage,” which is fulfilled through research, assistance to citizens and organizations, educational programs and advocacy in historical site preservation. The Society works hand in hand with other Hanover associations, such as The Hanover Tavern Foundation, Historic Polegreen Foundation, and The Hanover County Black Heritage Society, as well as in statewide and National initiatives.

According to Christopher K. Peace, the Society’s vice president of programs, the Society’s theme is “Uncovering Hanover’s History.” Presentations will include information on past and present archeological research performed here as well as the significant preservation activities taking place in the county. The schedule is as follows: ● May 16 — Tom Hobbs on the Broaddus Digat St. Paul’s Church in Hanover. ● July 18 — Gordon Lohr on Pine Slash Restoration (Patrick Henry’s Honeymoon Cottage). ● Sept. 19 — Nick Luccketti Archaeologist on Studley, Henry Store and other special sites. All programs begin at 3 p.m. and the public is welcome.

The Society will have a member/guest social in the Fall and has invited Dr. Paul Levengood of the Virginia Historical Society to headline the event. Membership is open to anyone who is interested in the mission of the Society. As a member you receive The Hanover County Historical Society Bulletin, invitations to regular meetings, and exhibit, program and workshop information. Dues are for one calendar year. Checks are payable to: Hanover County Historical Society, Inc. P.O. Box 91, Hanover VA 23069-0091. Please include your name, address, phone and e-mail. Individual memberships are $20 and couples $35. For more information on the Society and to become a member, visit www. hanoverhistorical.org and e-mail hanoverhistory@hotmail.com.

Paws for a Cause to benefit Humane Society Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Lee-Davis NAHS and Photography Department would like to announce its First Annual Paws for a Cause photography fundraiser. All proceeds will benefit the Hanover Humane Society. Three photo shoots were

held around the community Humane Society and Pole Green where resiPark in March dents brought and April. With neartheir pets to Images will be on display have pictures and available for purchase ly 40 dogs, the taken by L- at an exhibition and silent students were auction event on May 22 busy from DHS photography stu- at Gallery 606 in Ashland. start to finish to capture dents. every jump, These informal photo shoots were held at the Hanover shake and tail wag.

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Filing an accurate acreage report for all crops and land uses, including failed acreage Enrollment for the 2010 and prevented planting acreage, Direct and Counter-cyclical can prevent the loss of benefits Program (DCP) will continue through June 1, 2010. USDA computes DCP Program payments using base acres and payment yields established for each farm. Eligible producers receive direct payments at rates established by statute regardless of market prices. For 2010, eligible producers may request advance direct payments based on 22 percent of the direct payment. For more details, contact Susan Tate FSA office staff before the June David Johnson 1, 2010, enrollment deadline. The ACRE program The Average Crop Revenue Election (ACRE) is a new program authorized by the 2008 Farm Bill that began in crop year 2009. Maryann Nuckolls Mike Grim Through ACRE, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) offers producers an alternative to Direct and Counter-cyclical (DCP) payments. The ACRE alternative provides eligible producers a stateJames Richardson Diane Hayden level revenue guarantee, based on the five-year state Olympic average yield and the two-year national average price. ACRE payments are made when both state- and farm-level triggers are met. Glenn Grambo Lucy Treado By participating in ACRE, producers elect to forgo counter-cyclical payments. Producers also elect to receive a 20-percent reduction in direct payments and a 30percent reduction in loan rates. A decision to elect ACRE Meghan Richards Susie Russell binds the farm and the producer to the program through the 2012 crop year, the last crop year covered by the 2008 Farm Bill. For more details, contact FSA office staff before the June 1, 2010, enrollment deadline. Andrew Bobbitt Timothy Kirven Acreage reporting

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Acreage reports on crops for which NAP assistance may Continued from pg. 25 b be paid are due in the county corn. office by the earlier of May 31 ❍ July 15 is the deadline for small grains and June 30 for for reporting tobacco, grain sor- all other crops, or 15 calendar ghum hay, pasture, CRP and days before the onset of harvest soybean acreage. or grazing of the specific crop

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the original build day when the weather killed us,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I enjoy working with the homeowners. It really makes a difference for them.â&#x20AC;? For Tribble and her daughters Danielle and Desirae, the day marks the beginning in a new chapter of their lives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thank you to Habitat for allowing me and my daughters to be one of the partner families,â&#x20AC;? Tribble said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will be a moment I will never forget. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s such a wonderful feeling of accomplishment to know that an average single working parent can achieve her dream, with the help of volunteers and Habitat.â&#x20AC;? Katrina Farrell was Tribbleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advocate and helped through the tedious and sometimes overwhelming process of completing the project. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been there for me throughout the whole process and she helped put my mind at ease on many occasions when I was feeling anxious.â&#x20AC;? Bowring said the agency has weathered financial hard times by seeking new forms of financing for these important projects. The group now teams with the United States Department of Agriculture to secure the lots. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We like to think of it as the new Habitat model,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I knew we would need additional sources of funding when the economy took a turn, so we partnered with USDA to make the program work.â&#x20AC;? He said the past model of locating the poorest family, building the most inexpensive home possible, and then basically walking away is history. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are hard-working people who would never have the resources to buy a home on their own,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re building homes that fit well in the communities they are located, and giving people a lifechanging opportunity. Jill Tribble will certainly attest to those observations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This has been a long exciting journey for me and my girls â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a dream come true!â&#x20AC;?

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Wednesday, May 12 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 The Boathouse at Sunday Park (4602 Millridge Parkway, Midlothian, VA 23112). Our luncheon features a guest speaker from the Virginian Holocaust Museum. The cost for the luncheon is $25 for club members and their guests. Reservations for the luncheon are requested by noon on May 5. Please contact Kathy McEntee at 784-9956.

Thursday, May 13 Shrimp ‘n Suds feast will be held at Kings Dominion from 4:30-8 p.m. Tickets are $25 each. Ticket sales end April 30, 2010. Book of 6 for $125 saves you $25. This event is a Hanover Rotary Club Foundation Fundraiser to benefit Hanover County youth and family charities. Tickets are sold at West Store and Union Bank and Trust. You can also call Hanover Rotary member Bruce Perretz at Perretz and Young, 550-3098.

affect your ability to land your dream job and what you can do about it. Call 417-6721 to sign up! The Central Virginia Masterworks Chorale will present two performances of its 2010 spring concert featuring Mozart’s Coronation Mass and Randall Thompson’s Frostiana: Seven Country Songs. There will also be a guest performance by members of the prestigious American Youth Harp Ensemble. The first performance will be Thursday, May 13, 7 p.m., at Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church, 201 Henry Street, in Ashland. The second will be Sunday, May 16, 7 p.m., at Grace Baptist Church, 4200 Dover Road, in Richmond. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students. They may be purchased in advance at Cross Brothers’ Grocery in Ashland or from any Chorale member, and may also be purchased at the door prior to each performance. To reserve tickets, call 804-798-3283. Visit www.cvamc.org for additional information about the Chorale. The Hanover Towne Garden Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the New Hanover Presbyterian Church on Route 301. The program will include a design presentation by Jean Ray and a sale of plants from member’s gardens. Guests are always welcome! Please call Rene at 569-9453 for more details.

Travis Cottrell will be in concert at Cool Spring Baptist Church located at 9283 Atlee Station Rd. Tickets available online only at Your Dream Job and Your www.itickets.com/events/242144. Credit. Presented by Virginia The event will be held at 7 p.m. Supportive Housing; 2–4 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Employment Center located at 7147 Brandy Friday, May 14 The Mechanicsville UMC Run Dr. (off of 360 E. near Players present “Summer in Walmart). Learn how your Cricket County”. The event is credit can

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a dinner theater event. It will be held Friday, May 14 and Saturday, May 15 Dinner is served at 6 p.m. and the play begins at 7 p.m. There will also be a matinee Sunday, May 16 at 3 p.m. The cost is $15 per ticket for the May 14 and 15 show. $8 for the May 16 show. For tickets please call Nancy Forrest at 559-8140 or the church office at 746-5118.

River Band playing a wide variety of Country music, 50’s and 60’s dance tunes. This band is a “Dance Band for All Occasions”. Entry fee is $20 per couple or $10 for singles. Come out to your VFW Battlefield Post 9808 with your dancing shoes! Contact VFW Mon-Fri mornings from 8-12 p.m. at 746-9808 for more info.

The 6th Annual “Evening of Jazz” will be presented at Lee-Davis High School in Mechanicsville. This year a spaghetti dinner will be served from 5:30-7 p.m. with jazz musicians taking the stage from 710 p.m. New Orleans native Mike Gourrier, known as “Mr. Jazz,” will emcee the event. The concert will benefit the Lee-Davis High School band program, including lessons, instrument repair, instructor fees and more. Tickets are adults, $10 in advance and $12 at the door; age 12 and under $5; ages 5 and under, free. For tickets, contact Beth Marker at 539-2480 or email bmarker812@comcast.net. For more information, visit the Lee-Davis band’s website at http:// www.lee-davisbands.org.

Enon United Methodist Church Annual Fish Fry is being held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The menu is Baked/Fried Fish, Hush Puppies, Corn Bread, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw and a Dessert. Adults $10 and Children $5 (Fish Dinner). Enon United Methodist Church is located at 6156 Studley Road, Mechanicsville, Virginia 23116. For tickets please call Jimmy Atkinson at 730-7391.

Minnieland at Pebble Creek, located at 7386 Creighton Parkway, is having a Spring Fling from 11-2 p.m. There will be Moon Bounces, Games, Food, Balloons, Prizes and much more. They will also be accepting enrollments for Summer Local actor, stand-up come- Camp. For more information dian, singer, and DJ, Garet please call 569-1717. Chester, will be giving the local Mechanicsville community a free The Lee-Davis Band will presgift of a “Vegas” show to kick off ent its 2nd Annual Car and Craft the start of his new ministry, JOY Show from 9-2 p.m. In addition InC. After going on mission trips, to craft vendors, there will be a entertaining senior citizens, visit- car show competition with variing hospital patients, and spread- ous types of vehicles, including ing giggles and laughs through his antique, historic and custom. many character impersonations, Motorcycles also are welcome. Garet would like to go into fulltime ministry. The public is invit- Food and drinks will be available ed to Mechanicsville Christian for purchase through the band Center at 7 p.m. to kick off the concessions. There is no charge for admission and the public is welJOY InC show. come. Drivers can call Jon Lewis at 690-2128 or e-mail jlewis@ Saturday, May 15 VFW Post 9808 Monthly spindrifttech.com. Craft vendors Band Night is from 8:30- are asked to call Donna Cowherd 11:30 p.m. and is open to the at 852-0017 or e-mail LDCraft@ public featuring The Coal comcast.net. For more informa-

tion, visit the Lee-Davis band’s Rt. 1 and Doswell Rd. Tickets website at http://www.lee-davis- for sale thru club members or call Franklin Jones at 370-8577 bands.org/. or Ron Reed at 227-3219 to Guided Walking Tours are reserve tickets at the door. offered to the public on Saturday There will be a yard sale mornings in May, leaving from the Ashland/Hanover Visitor at the corners of Sliding Hill Center at 11 a.m. Tours are and Leadbetter Rds. from 7-1 given by knowledgeable vol- p.m. Yard Sale Space Available unteer guides who live in the $15.00 Each to be paid upon Ashland area. The tours are free. set-up. Funds from spaces being Come join the guide on May 15, sold to benefit Chickahominy 22, 29 For more information or Vol Fire Dept Aux. You can to sign up for the tour call the sell anything. Yard Sale Items, Tupperware, Mary Kay, Avon, Visitor Center at 752-6766. Arts and Crafts and anything Troop 544 is having a pan- you would like to sell. Left over cake breakfast fundraiser from items are the to be disposed of 8-11 a.m. at Shady Grove United by the sellers. If any questions Methodist Church. Proceeds please call Cathy Garrett at 396from the fundraiser are benefit- 9579 or Renee Thompson at ing Laurel Meadow Elementary 393-6145. School’s Interior Courtyard. Cost Kohl’s Department Store in is $5 donation for people over the age of 10 and $3 donation for partnership with Prevent Child Abuse Virginia will host its those 10 years old and younger. annual Territory Prevent Child Celebrate Hanover Heritage Abuse event from 9-12 p.m. Day at the Tavern from 10-3 Kohls is located at 7390 Bell p.m. Pick out unique gifts at the Creek Road in Mechanicsville, Craft and Vendor Fair and tour Va. The event will include local the historic Tavern at 11 a.m. and 2 Fire and Safety, crafts, presentap.m. The whole family will enjoy tions and healthy snacks. All this free day of fun, music and are invited to attend and parhistory! For complete details on all ticipate. upcoming events, visit www.hanovertavern.org or call 537-5050. Sunday, May 16 The Central Virginia The Pamunkey Baptist Masterworks Chorale will presAssociation’s annual May Day will ent two performances of its be held at the PBA Center across 2010 spring concert featuring from Acquinton Elementary Mozart’s Coronation Mass and School, King William. The parade Randall Thompson’s Frostiana: will start at 10 a.m. Bring your Seven Country Songs. There lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy will also be a guest perforthe day with us. The public is mance by members of the preswelcome Directions: 360 East to tigious American Youth Harp Route 30 turn right on Rt.30 keep Ensemble. The first perforstraight approx. 5 miles building mance will be Thursday, May on left. Rain date is June 5, 2010. 13, 7 p.m., at Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church, 201 Doswell Ruritan Club Henry Street, in Ashland. The Roast Beef Dinner will be held second will be Sunday, May 16, from 5-7 p.m. at the Doswell 7 p.m., at Grace Baptist Church, Community Center located at see CALENDAR, pg. 33 `

will be held at 3 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Welcome Sign, Continued from pg. 32 b on Mechanicsville Turnpike by 4200 Dover Road, in Richmond. the windmill. Please bring a Tickets are $15 for adults and lawn chair. $5 for students. They may be Rocky Fretz in Concert at purchased in advance at Cross Brothers’ Grocery in Ashland 7 p.m. at Northside Baptist or from any Chorale member, Church located at 7600 Studley and may also be purchased Rd. Mechanicsville, VA at the door prior to each per- 23116. Rocky was an original formance. To reserve tickets, cast member, served as vocal call 804-798-3283. Visit www. director, and was a featured cvamc.org for additional infor- pianist of the Carolina Opry in Myrtle Beach for 17 years. mation about the Chorale. Come join us for an upliftThe Centennial Maury, ing and inspirational service Colonel John Mosby and – you will be truly blessed! A Hanover Chapters of the love offering will be accepted. United Daughters of the Call the church office at 746Confederacy invite you to 4952 for directions or more attend a sign dedication of their information.

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person. Fee covers fees, cart, prizes and meal. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams plus more. Proceeds benefit Miss Greater Richmond Scholarship Fund. Enter now - deadline for teams is May 14, 2010. Still accepting hole sponsors at $100 through May 12, 2010. The Honorable Christopher K. Peace is the tournament’s Honorary Chairman. Come meet Miss Greater Richmond, Caitlin Uze. Miss Greater Richmond is an affiliate of Miss Virginia and Miss America - the largest resource for women’s scholarships in the Tee it up for the 6th annual world. Miss Greater Richmond Golf Learn more about foster care Classic. 1 p.m. shotgun start Captain’s Choice. The Golf Club and adoption during an inforat Brickshire, Providence Forge, mational session at the Tuckahoe VA. $300 per team or $75 per Area Library. “Foster Care and

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Are you a Mom that wants to connect with other local Moms and their children for fun and friendship? The MOMS Club of MechanicsvilleCentral welcomes Moms and children to their meeting at 9:30 a.m. at Shady Grove United Methodist Church. The club offers support for Moms with play groups, parties, activities, Mom’s night out and more! Contact mechanicsville_central_ moms@yahoo.com.

Adoption: Is It for Me?” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Representatives from Children’s Home Society of Virginia and the Foster Care Division of the Henrico County Department of Social Services will be on hand to present information and answer questions. Registration is not required, and the event is free. The Tuckahoe Library is located at 1901 Starling Drive. For details, call Pat Muller with the County of Henrico Public Library at 652-3227.

Wednesday, May 19 Hanover Tavern will host the Heritage Music Series featuring the Old Dominion Songsters. Gregg Kimball and see CALENDAR, pg. 34 `

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Thursday, May 20 Covenant Woods will be offering its second session of Tai Chi with certified instructor Jo Ann Widner, RN. The classes will be held Thursdays from May 20 through July 1 from 10-11 a.m. in the Covenant Woods Multi-Purpose Room. This Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program uses easy to learn, gentle movements that improve

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Friday, May 21 The Friends of Atlee Library needs donations of CDs, DVDs, and gently used books, especially paperback books and young childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books, for our Annual Spring Book Sale. We would be very appreciative of donations from the community which you can bring to the circulation desk of Atlee Library during their regular hours. If you would like a receipt for your donation, a library staff member will be glad to help you. Your donation may be tax deductible as the Friends of Atlee Library is a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All proceeds from our Book Sales directly benefit the library. The Friends provide support for summer reading programs, many other special programs

for children and adults and acquisitions beyond the scope of the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regular budget. Posters are on display in the library and on our website of many of the items we have been able to purchase for the library. The Annual Spring Book Sale will be held Friday, May 21, from 10-6 p.m. and Saturday, May 22, from 10-4 p.m. in Atlee Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting rooms. A Preview Sale for Members Only (You are welcome to join at the door!) will be on Thursday, May 20, from 6-9 p.m. A quilted wall hanging, currently on display at the library, is being raffled during the Book Sale with the lucky winner being drawn at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 22. Tickets which are only $1 each will be available at the Book Sale and can also be purchased any time prior to the Book Sale by calling Betty Britton Johnston at 746-5036 or Marion Lacker at 994-2127. Hanover Tavern will host a Tailgate Toss Tournament. Enter your own team or come out to watch from the sidelines! Team entry fee is $50 and all proceeds benefit Hanover Tavern

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yard sale items. During your Spring cleaning, decorating, and reorganizing, save those “treasures” you no longer desire and contribute to McKendree’s yard sale. Dates for drop off are as follows: April 24, May 1, May 8, and May 15, (every Saturday before the yard sale). You may drop off your donations on the Saturday dates any time between 10-2 p.m. or by appointment if necessary (contact Donna Townsend at (7691366). The location is the same as the yard sale--204 Dabneys Mill Road, Manquin, VA MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

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23106. Your support is greatly to sign up for the tour call the e-mails to adepass@hanover.k12. va.us or call Cyndi at 559-0095. Visitor Center at 752-6766. appreciated! Come celebrate EMS week with Ashcake Volunteer Rescue Squad from 11-3 p.m. at 8375 New Ashcake Rd. Mechanicsville. Come join everyone for free food and fun. Guided Walking Tours are offered to the public on Saturday mornings in May, leaving from the Ashland/Hanover Visitor Center at 11 a.m. Tours are given by knowledgeable volunteer guides who live in the Ashland area. The tours are free. Come join the guide on May 15, 22, 29 For more information or

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The Lebanon United Methodist Women are holding their annual yard sale from 7:301:30 p.m. at 8492 Peaks Road in Hanover. Hot Dogs, Chips, Sodas, and baked goods will be sold as well. Battlefield Park Elementary School PTA Spring Carnival from 10-2 p.m. Games, Moon Bounce, Hot Dogs, Raffle and Prizes. Vendor spaces available for $20. Spaces are 10x10, outside with no electric. Vendors will need to supply your own table, chairs, tent, etc. For more information please send

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The Piano Academy will be having an open house from 6-7:30 p.m. The event will be held at 9109 Dickey Dr. Mechanicsville. For more information please visit www.pianoacademyva.com or call U13 Boys Travel Soccer 427-7747. Team is looking for strong players to join their talented team. Play for an experienced and dedicatTuesday, May 25 Hanover County Department ed coach, who has played for 35 of Social Services Board meeting years+, and coached for 6 years, will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the con- who will also offer free personal ference room, Hanover County training sessions, and summer Social Services, 12304 Washington skill development programs. Highway, Ashland. This meeting Tryouts for U13 Travel - will be held at Pole Green Park from 6is open to the public.

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The Newcomers (club for women new to the area) will hold its monthly luncheon at 11 a.m. at the Sheraton on Midlothian. It will be a Murder Mystery Luncheon. Reservations are due by May 19, call Brenda at 754-0460.

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The Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce presents Business After Hours at the Hanover Habitat for Humanity RESTORE, 8177 Mechanicsville Turnpike. Network with nearly 100 local business owners; invite a guest or bring a valued customer. Cost is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. Register online at www.habcc.com or call 798-8130.

MLB Baseball: Boston Red Sox at New York Yankees. (Subject to Blackout)

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7:30 p.m. Field #2 in center of park, behind playground. Rain date 6/2. For more info about the program, call 822-8054, and register to tryout via email to manny@ mechanicsvilleunitedsoccer.com

Wednesday, May 26

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UPCOMING EVENTS

05 2010

Girls tennis Capital District Championship at Lee-Davis 5:00 p.m.

05 2010

Boys tennis Capital District Championship at Varina 5:00 p.m.

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Confederates complete sweep of Hanover Lee-Davis defeats Hawks 7-4 By Jim Ridolphi sports@mechlocal.com With Atlee currently residing at the top of the Capitol District baseball heap, Hanover and Lee-Davis met last week to possibly decide the number two slot as the regular season winds down. The Confederates walked away with the bragging rights, capturing a season sweep over Hanover with the 7-4 victory. Lee-Davis came into the contest still stinging from last week’s 11-1 loss to Atlee that was ended by the mercy rule. But against Hanover, the Cfeds seem destined to solidify a claim for no worse than second when district playoffs begin.

“I think we bounced back well tonight,” said L-D head coach Kenny Lewis. “The kids were really down after the Atlee loss and I think we regained some of our confidence tonight.” The Confederates relied on a stellar pitching performance by Jordan Boze, who got the complete game win. “He really carried us tonight with his performance,” Lewis said. The coach said Boze answered the call when it was most needed. “We’re having some problems with our pitching depth right now,” Lewis said. “One of our guys has a sore arm and another is just coming back after an injury, so we really needed Jordan to step up. He certainly did that tonight.” Hanover threatened in the

bottom of the first inning when Jared Lipscombe launched a triple. However, with one out, Ryan Long hit a hot shot to the shortstop Billy Steel that bounced off his chest and into the glove of second baseman Jacob Perks, ending the inning with an unlikely double play. The Hawks didn’t let opportunity escape in the bottom of the second when right fielder Lew Johnson singled in Andrew Knizner, who was pinch-running for catcher Eric Mayers. Lee-Davis leveled the score in the top of the third when Steel drove in Brandon Angus on an infield error. Will Connerley hit a hot shot down the third base line to plate Perks and Steel, making the score 3-1. Then Michael Thomas singled in Connerley to give the Confederates a 4-1

lead. Lee-Davis added to that lead with runs in next two innings. In the fourth Steel singled in Angus from second base. Then in the fifth, the Confederates added another run when Boze drove in Connerley to give LeeDavis a 6-1 lead. The Hawks scored two in the bottom of the fifth when catcher Eric Mayers launched a two run single that scored Lipscombe and Bryan Johansen, but Boze slammed the door on the potential comeback. The C-Feds added an insurance run in the top of the seventh inning when Steel singled see BASEBALL, pg. 39 ` Jim Ridolphi

Hanover’s Andrew Knizner (1) slides in home to beat the tag of L-D catcher Will Connerley and give the Hawks a 1-0 advantage. Lee-Davis came back to win the contest 7-4.

Haleigh’s hit, Hawks’ error changes game C-feds seal No. 1 seed with 6-1 win over Hanover By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Some people consider softball to be a game of perfection. One simple mistake can be the difference between a win and a loss. At no time was that more evident than when the Lee-Davis softball

team traveled to Hanover on Friday night. In the battle between the Capital District’s top two teams, a single Hanover error in the second-inning was the ultimate game-changer, leading to a 6-1 Confederates’ win. The Hawks came into the home contest trailing Lee-Davis by a half game in the district standings and from the beginning the contest looked as if it was going to be a close battle throughout. Between both teams, one batter reached base

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in the first inning. But the top of the second proved pivotal. Hanover pitcher Auguste Rohle, who was a C-fed killer last season, began to show chinks in her armor due to still not being fully recovered from injury. It did not help that Rohle was facing a potent C-fed offense. LeeDavis’ Meredith Holmes led off the inning with a single up the middle. Next up, Taylor Melton sent a half-swing shot towards short. The Hawks’ Marybeth Sciolino scooped

up the ball and fired towards second where it appeared both the ball and Holmes reached the bag at the same time. The umpire ruled in favor of the Lee-Davis runner. Rohle bounced back to get the next two C-fed batters to fly out but a single up the middle by Rachel see SOFTBALL, pg. 39 ` Charlie Leffler

Hanover’s Julie Palmer, left, pulls in a throw to force out Lee-Davis’ Casey Price (14) at first.

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Above: In a second inning toss up play, the ball reached Hawks’ second baseman Clara Adkins, left, at virtually the same instant Lee-Davis’ Meredith Holmes slides into the bag. At right: Erica Barrett came to the mound in the top of the sixth and shut down the Lee-Davis offense. In two innings, Barrett carded four strikeouts and gave up no hits.

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Houff loaded the bases for the Confederates. Next up, Lee-Davis freshman, Haleigh Cottrell, changed the game with a short shot to right. When Hanover’s Brooke Throckmorton raced in to field it on a bounce, the ball caromed past her and to the right field fence. As soon as the ball touched down the Lee-Davis runners were off. In came Holmes followed by Melton then by Houff. Because she had not seen where the ball went after she made contact, Cottrell was surprised when C-feds coach Jackie Davis signaled her to keep rounding the bases. “I didn’t think she was going to send me home,” Cottrell said. “I didn’t know where the ball was. I was just listening to her (Davis). I was like, ‘All right, if I’m out it’s your fault.’” The Lee-Davis freshman reached home safely on a play that went in the books as a hit, an error and four runs scored. “That was key for us, getting that ball down, it getting by her and us getting all the runs in,”

Davis said. “That just helps out when you jump on a team like that with four runs.” Davis said the play clearly put the momentum behind the C-feds. “It just gives us a little more confidence and I think it deflated them a little bit.” With the lead, Lee-Davis pitcher Kelly Heinz stepped up the attack from the mound. “They can pitch a little more aggressively when they have that run lead,” Davis said of Heinz. “They’re not having to pitch so tight and not give up a mistake.” Heinz, who finished the game with eight strike-outs while giving up three hits, took out the Hawks’ order in the bottom of the inning and the C-feds added two more runs in the top of the third. After Lacie Madison and Holmes reached base on singles, Hanover head coach Chris Pace made the call to replace injured pitcher Rohle, with Shannon Albright, who had recently also suffered from an injury and saw limited duty. “The inning she got tonight, that’s about as much as she can go right now,” Pace said. Lee-Davis’ Melton took an Albright pitch up the middle of the field, driving in Madison and

Holmes for a 6-0 C-fed lead. Hanover finally got on the board in the bottom of the fifth after Shawna Kirby blistered a double to the left center fence. Kirby took third on a wild pitch then scored on a Julie Palmer RBI single to create the final margin. With the dark cloud of pitching ailments that the Hawks have suffered this season, Erica Barrett brought a ray of sunshine when she stepped to the mound in the top of the sixth. Over two innings of relief work, Barrett shut down the Cfed bats, carding four strikeouts while not giving up a hit. “She looked very good,” Pace said. As important as Cottrell’s offensive play was for LeeDavis, she was equally as big behind the plate. The freshman catcher made two outstanding catches at the fence to retire Hanover batters. Most impressive was a play in the bottom of the fifth when the home plate umpire lost track of a ball fouled back. Cottrell showed no qualms about shoving aside the man more than twice her size to reach the ball for an out. “It didn’t really help, but I got him

to move,” Cottrell said. After suffering a close loss to the C-feds earlier in the season, Pace feels Lee-Davis is a different team as the post season draws near. “They’ve improved a ton offensively,” Pace said. “From the first game, we handled their bats. We made some defensive mistakes that cost us that game. We made a big error in tonight’s game but there were three runners on base when that error was made. “Between the two meetings, they’ve gotten better,” Pace said. “They’ve turned into a lean, mean, softball machine. They’re thinking about the region, we’re thinking about scrapping our way into it.” Likewise, Pace feels that in comparison the Hawks have been spinning their wheels and the greatest detriment to their cause has been a seemingly unending string of injuries. “We just haven’t been able to build momentum because we continue to be dinged up,” Pace said. “Juggling a lineup with a young team is just not a recipe for success.” With the win, Lee-Davis locks up the No. 1 seed for the

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Capital District tournament and is virtually guaranteed to take the outright regular season title when they play Henrico and winless Highland Springs next week needing only a single win. The No. 2 seed was determined in a matchup between Atlee and Hanover on Tuesday night.

Lee-Davis…......... 042 000 0—6 7 0 Hanover….............000 010 0—1 3 2 Heinz and Cottrell; Rohle, Albright (3), Barrett (6) and Smith. L: Rohle. Highlights: Meredith Holmes (L-D) 2 for 4, 2 runs; Casey Price (L-D) 1 for 3, 2 RBI; Shawna Kirby (H) 1 for 2, 2B, run Records: Lee-Davis 8-0 Capital, 15-1; Hanover 5-2, 8-8

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Lewis said the win was a team effort, but he didn’t underestimate his young pitcher’s performance. “We’re probably asking him to pitch more innings than he should,” he said. “We had good offensive production tonight, but the pitching performance really anchored us tonight,” Lewis said.

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in Angus once again. When the Hawks came to bat for the final time, they were trailing 7-3 and Boze again answered the call, working his way out of a final inning jam that resulted in one unearned Hawk run. “I’m proud of the kids and the way they played tonight,” Lewis said. “The Atlee loss was tough for the kids, and tough for me and I’m an adult,” he said. “We’re still in a good position in the district.”

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At right: Junior Jordan Boze turned in a complete game performance and got the win for the Confederates.

Lee-Davis.......... 004 111 0— 7 11 2 Hanover..............010 020 1— 4 9 2 Boze and Connerley; Chalkley, Childress (3), Smith (6) and Mayers. L: Chalkley Highlights: Brandon Angus (LD) 3 for 4, 3 runs, 2 SBs; Billy Steel (LD) 2 for 4, 2 RBI; Jordan Boze (LD) complete game, 7 K’s; Jared Lipscombe (H) 2 for 4, 2 2Bs, 2 runs; Andrew Knizner (H) 2 for 3, run; Eric Mayers (H) 2 for 3, 2 RBI Records: Lee-Davis 5-2 Capital, 13-3; Hanover 4-3, 12-4

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C-feds battle way to regular season title

Hawks fall 2-1 in typically aggressive match-up By Dave Lawrence sports@mechlocal.com A Confederate embarrassment of offensive riches overwhelmed Hanover’s defense Friday night as the visiting LeeDavis boys soccer team defeated the Hawks 2-1 and cemented its claim for the Capital District regular season title. Travis Cook led Lee-Davis with a goal and an assist. Chris Kunca scored the winning goal for the Confederates with assists from Cook and Blake Thompson. Lee-Davis remains undefeated in the Capital District with an 8-0 record (11-1-2 overall). The Confederates’ closest challenger is Atlee with a 4-2-1 district record and with no way

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Above: Players collide when Lee-Davis’ Caleb Lewis drives a header towards the goal and Hanover keeper Aaron Phillps races out toe defend. Phillips was assessed a penalty on the play but blocked the ensuing kick from Lewis.

to overtake Lee-Davis before the regular season ends. Hanover fell to 3-3-1, 5-7-1 with the loss. The Hawks are left fighting for a second place finish with Atlee and Henrico

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(3-3-0 in the Capital District). The game featured a lot of contact, as members of both teams fought hard for the ball, but according to Cook the aggressive play was typical. “We just came more aggressive, I think,” Cook said. “The games have always been hardfought between us – it’s a really big rivalry here. I think that we came here with the mentality that we could do it and we just showed them that.” Cook said one thing the Confederates have worked hard on is moving the ball around. “We’ve been practicing – making practice passes,” Cook said. “I think we just connected

real good and found the goal.” Cook scored the first goal of the evening in the 10th minute when he took a pass from Tyler Womble and broke behind the defense. “I was gone,” Cook said. “I just was there all by myself and just took on the goalie one-onone and found the goal.” The Hawks tied it up in the 27th minute with an unassisted goal by Alex Taddiken that slipped just beneath the cross bar and the outstretched arms of leaping keeper C.J. Stevens. The Confederates were determined to get back on top, however, and went ahead for good just before halftime on

Kunca’s goal in the 39th minute. Cook passed the ball to Thompson, who had a long run through Hanover’s defenses before finding an opportunity to pass to Kunca. “Blake played it in,” Kunca

said. “That’s what we’ve been working on – the far person has to crash the goal. ... Blake played an amazing ball across and I was just there at the right time.” For Hanover coach Joe see LEE-DAVIS, pg. 41`

Athletes pulling their weight in Push-Pull Annual Lee-Davis event continues despite organizer’s departure By Jim Ridolphi sports@mechlocal.com Lee-Davis High School hosted its third annual PushPull weightlifting competition last Saturday, continuing a tradition initiated three years ago by departing head football coach Jason Meade. “We think it’s a great event and thought it would be a good idea to continue the competition,” said L-D strength coach Mike Craven. “It give the kids something to focus on and allows them to compete against athletes from different areas.” Indian River High School in Tidewater sent a team to Mechanicsville and adult competitors from throughout the region also participated in the AAU endorsed event. The event also featured a competition for Paralympics lifters. The athletes seemed more focused on the bar than the event, as they routinely hoisted more than 500 pounds off the

ground and locked it in. Some national marks were bettered during the competition, and many L-D athletes confirmed the benefits of off-season weight training. The Virginia Powerfifting Association and the AAU sanctioned and staffed the event, and director Judy Wood said the group plans continued support for the competition. “Even though the numbers are down some this year due to the economy, this is still a great event for this area and we plan on doing again next year,” she said. Wood said the group will continue the good work Meade began three years ago. “He’s done so much for this event and we’re going to miss him, but we plan on coming back next year with a bigger event,” Wood said. “Maybe Coach Meade will even bring a team up from Georgia.” The VPA presented Meade with a plaque expressing their appreciation for starting the Push-Pull championships three years ago. Craven said the event filled a unique void in the scholastic weightlifting community.

“It gives each school a chance to be competitive in weightlifting,” Craven said. “All the schools participate in weight training so this gives them a chance to compete against each other.” Craven pointed out that the event provides instructional benefits for young athletes. “It teaches safety and how to perform the various lifts,” he said. “They don’t develop bad habits if they know the correct way to lift. Plus, it gives each kid a chance to put it on the line.” Several members of the LeeDavis team took advantage of that opportunity by recording personal bests. Calvin Davis, Wes Tuck and Devonte Scott set American records. “All of these guys are pulling over 500 pounds,” Craven said. “That’s quite a feat in high school.” Craven credits Meade with organizing a year round program at L-D that “teaches kids what it takes to be winners.” Furthermore, the coach’s influence will live on long after he moves to a new position in Georgia. “He instilled in these kids that you have to work hard

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to be a winner,” Craven said. “He told them are no breaks when you are pursuing that goal and that you have to work all the time to succeed.” Craven pointed to one athlete’s improvement in one year of training. Quarterback William Colson lifted 405 pounds last year but pulled over 500 pounds this year. “That improvement comes from continuous training with no stops or starts,” Craven said. It all pays off when the athletes hit the field to play sports. “Strength is an important component, and events like this keep the kids motivated and focused.” Jonathan Munn currently plays baseball and football for the Confederates, but continues to train in the weight room. He said the work on the bench pays off big-time on the field. “You definitely can feel the benefits in the fall,” he said. “When you come out of a three point stance, you can tell the difference in strength and speed and it makes you better at what you do,” Munn said. “It really Jim Ridolphi helps everything in the long Jonathan Munn, who plays both football and baseball for Leerun.” Davis, lifted his personal best at this year’s Push-Pull Meet.

we get caught off position and they slip in and get a goal. So we just wanted to not push too many people forward.” The more cautious strategy worked. Despite a more vigorous Hawks attack in the second half, the Confederates defense was solid. Hanover came close, but never found the net. “I think we improved, much more so in the second half. It was much more of a team effort going into that second 40 minutes,” Broscious said. “I thought maybe we could have pulled something Photos by Charlie Leffler out, but we just ran out of time at Left: The action was intense as Antonio DeOlivera (9) and Michael the end.”

Broscious, intensity made the difference. “I think we came out a little flat. They took advantage of it,” Broscious said. “There were a couple of defensive miscues that we had that led to their two goals. In the second half, we weren’t able to take advantage of the opportunities that we had.” The Confederates were less aggressive in the second half, preferring to emphasize defense rather than offense. “They stepped up. I think we had the mentality that we were already ahead, so we wanted to Lee-Davis.................................. 2 0 – 2 play safe,” Cook said. “We toned Hanover..................................... 1 0 – 1 it down because if we go too far, LD: TCook, Kunca, H: Taddiken

Midyette battled for the ball. Above: Hanover keeper Walker Rice (0) slips a foot in to defend the attack of Caleb Lewis (7).

Saves: Stevens (LD) 9; Phillips (H) 10; Records: Lee-Davis 8-0 Capital, 11-1-2; Rice (H) 6. Hanover 3-3-1, 5-7-1.

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It’s chemistry that has Raiders riding high Faith, continuity and talent has lifted Atlee baseball By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com By the time most people read this article the fates will be decided. The Atlee baseball team will either have completed a historic season sweep of their Hanover County competitors or else they will have come one game short. In either case the accomplishments of this season’s Raiders squad will go in the books as notable. For years, Atlee has been the perennial also-run team in the Capital District. Seeming in a perpetual lock for third place, the Raiders reach for the regionals seemed to come up just short season after season. But this year is different. This year Atlee appears to not only be headed toward regionals but also in the driver’s seat to claim only the school’s third district title in the past two decades.

Several factors have contributed to the Raider’s seemly sudden success this season and one of the most prominent is the lack of succession. For the first time in three years, Atlee has had the services of a head coach in back to back years. Furthermore, when Kevin Elrod took over the Raiders’ program last season he had a long-range plan for what it would take to succeed. First and foremost, Elrod knew he had to create a winning mentality among the group of players who were unused to success. “I think the thing about it, it’s all about building that program,” Elrod said. “We’ve had like three or four coaches in the last couple of years and it’s tough. “We have a good group of underclassmen and on top of that I’ve been here for two years in the program,” he added. “When you have different coaches they have different philosophies. My philosophy is different from Will Hicks. It’s

different from Tommy Harris. It’s different from Charlie Dragum. So the thing of it is, once the kid gets used to the coach and the coach gets used to the kid, that’s good team chemistry.” And clearly, chemistry appears to be on everyone’s mind. For the first time in his high school career, senior Austin Young has the benefit of playing under the same coach in back to back seasons. “A bunch of different coaches,” he said. “So we finally got one to be here for two years. (He) got to implement stuff last year and it carried over this year. “We have pretty good chemistry,” Young said. “Everybody clicks on one cylinder; big team bonding.” As head football coach, Roscoe Johnson saw unprecedented success with his team last f a l l. This spring Johnson joined the R a i d e r ’s

baseball staff as an assistant coach and he recognized the similarities in success due to the same reasons. “This is one of those seasons that no one ever thought we’d do anything or the kids would do well,” Johnson said. “They’ve bought into the system of playing as a team and not individuals.” “A sound baseball team is that every kid has faith in each other,” Elrod said. Nowhere was that more evident than when Elrod as ked his players who were the team leaders. “I thought they’d pick like one or two kids,” he said. “They randomly picked eight people to lead this team. “That’s a good thing,” Elrod added. “That’s a real good thing.” Likewise, the faith has to run between players and coaches and what has helped Atlee’s chemistry lesson is the interaction between players and coaches. The players not only trust the decisions made by the coach, but the Raiders coaches

have complete faith in the talents of their players. “One through 16, everybody can play the game,” Elrod said. “I can put them in at any time and have confidence that they’re going to get it done.” On Tuesday night, (prior to press deadlines) Atlee hosted Hanover in a chance to complete their sweep of the county baseball teams. In two wins over Lee-Davis and victories at Patrick Henry and Hanover, Atlee has outscored their county opponents 30-9. However, remove wins over county competition and Atlee sports a 7-6 overall record. One local reporter asked Elrod if his county success was simply luck. “You don’t beat Lee-Davis twice on luck,” he said. “You don’t beat Hanover once on luck. It ain’t about luck. It’s about getting kids out to play the game. This is only my second year here and I’m starting to get a group of kids, at a school I don’t teach at and call it a program. “That’s why I’m getting

excited, some of the parents are getting excited and the community is starting to get excited because, yeah, we realize what’s at stake here,” Elrod added. “Lee-Davis has a history of winning games, winning districts, winning state championships. Hanover, lately they had a tradition of winning district titles and this and that because they’ve got good programsGood sound programs. I think it’s all important for Atlee High School to have one itself.” Having seen much baseball success during his playing days at Lee-Davis, Elrod wants his players to feel what he felt. “Four of the four years in high school I either won the district title, went to the regionals or won the state championship,” he said. “I never settled for just getting by.” He said he now sees the mentality developing at Atlee. “I just like the scrappy, tough, rough player that ain’t afraid to stick his head out for the see ATLEE, pg. 43 `

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The surprise success of this year’s Atlee baseball program can not only be contributed to talent but to the development of team chemistry and faith among players and coaches.

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Local athletes compete in Southern Track Classic By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Last week’s Southern Track Classic at Sports Backers Stadium gave select Hanover County athletes a chance to see how they measured up not only against regional competition but some of the best in the state. At the Classic, Atlee junior pole vaulter Chris Pillow was the only county athlete to come a way with a win. Pillow cleared 14-03 to edge out Stafford’s Matt Haelgren. Despite the lack of victories, the local competition measured up well at the event. In other men’s field competitions, Patrick Henry junior

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On May 2, 2010, Mechanicsville resident Cindy Dunivan caught this 45-pound 46-inch citation Rockfish aboard the Providence II captained by Jeff Adams out of Smith Point Marina. Dunivan was fishing with other Local Residents Gayle Webster and her husband David Dunivan. It was her first citation and she hopes for many more to come.

Tony Green took fourth in the triple jump with a leap of 46-05.25. In the discus, Atlee senior Hunter Brooks finished eighth with a throw of 146-05, while Lee-Davis junior Wes Tuck came in 10th. Tuck took a sixth place finish in the shot put with a throw of 47-06.00. In the long jump, Lee-Davis junior Caleb Wyatt claimed eighth with 20-03.25. In running events, Atlee junior Marques Atkinson finished fourth with a time of 38.85. Raiders Michael Atkinson, Shao-wei Tu, Matt Combs and Marques Atkinson claimed fourth in the 4x400 relay with a time of 3:23.02. C-feds Wyatt, Bryan

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Purcell, Josh Rogodzinski and Israel Vaughn took 10th in the 4x100 relay. In the 1600 Sprint Medley, Lee-Davis’ Purcell, Rogodzinski, Vaughn and Travis Dawson took third with a time of 3:39.16. Atlee’s Trevor Elie, Trevon Baker, Wes Steenburgh and Tu took fifth in the event. Lee-Davis junior Cody Snyder came in 11th in the 1mile. Atlee’s Andrew Catanese took eighth in the 2-mile. In women’s field competitions, Patrick Henry seniors Lizzie Powell and Sydney Hobart claimed second and third in the pole vault. Powell cleared 12-00 while Hobart cleared 10-03. Atlee junior Kala Page took sixth in the triple jump, clearing 35-02.75. Hanover sophomore Madison Pachner took 10th in the discus while Atlee sophomore Makayla King came in 10th in the shot put. In running events, Patrick Henry sophomore Shyra Molton took second in the 100 meter with a time of 12.28.

Molton also finished sixth in the 200. The Patriots’ Jessica Shelton, Brooke Perdue, Lynnell Fisher and Logan Harrington claimed a second place finish in the 1600 Sprint Medley with a time of 4:21.38. Lee-Davis junior Montasia Golden took second in the 300 hurdles with a time of 45.27. In the 100 hurdles, Golden took fourth with a time of 14.98. Teammate Tiel Westbrook took eighth in the 800. C-fed senior Amanda Lineberry came in ninth in the 1-mile. Teammate Stephanie Cario took ninth in the 2mile. Atlee’s Savannah Sargent, Kaliece Green, Katie Bean and Taylor Henderson took eighth in the 4x100 with a time of 50.13. Raiders Katie Bland, Meg Bowers, Kati Peak and Ann O’Toole took 12th in the 4x400 relay. Lee-Davis freshman quartet Bonny Turnage, Jennifer Vieni, Lexie Binner and Lauren Blankenship took 10th in the 4x800 relay.

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team and you know we have kids like that,” he said. “I think it’s changing how it used to be. “I picture myself on this team,” Elrod added. “I’m going to see if anybody plays the way I play this game. Works at it the way I work at it.” And because the Raiders share the common chemistry of their coach, they could go far this season.

Photo submitted by Michael McMillion

From front left: Cole Bowers, Nicklaus McMillion, Matthew Swierczewski, Jayce Catterton and Justin Powers. Middle: Michael Snead, Logan Ranson, Landon Hensley, Trevor Waters and Jimmy Starnes. Back: Chris Waters, Jim Starnes and Michael McMillion.

Photo submitted by Cheryl Guess

From front left: Molly Sheffield, Hannah Beverley, Peyton Slater, Victoria Bernardini, Grayson Radcliffe, Alyssa Phipps. Back: Ella Alvis, Heather Childress, Sydney Guess, Ashley Roberts, Gracie Jones. Coached by Johnny Sheffield, Chad Radcliffe and Ricky Bernardini.

Submitted by Cheryl Guess The 10U Hanover Lady Hornets won the NSA Chesterfield Classic on April 11 at L.C. Byrd High School. They rallied in the bottom of the last inning for a come from behind victory in the championship game against the 10U Galaxy of Smithfield, VA. The final score was 6-5.

Submitted by Michael McMillion The Hanover Sports 9U baseball team finished runnerup at the Quest for the Best Tournament on April 10-11. They competed against six other teams that traveled from as far away as Gainesville, VA. On Saturday, the Sports beat two local area teams and on Sunday defeated the defending state champion Gainesville Cannons in the semi-finals before falling in a close game to the Virginia Thunder in the championship.

Eash Sports victory was won by the mercy rule. As a team the Sports batted .346 and had an on-base percentage of .490 during the weekend. Jimmy Starnes was the team’s leading hitter for the weekend. The pitching staff stayed strong in this tournament, striking out 21 batters behind a strong defensive effort by all players. Nicklaus McMillion led the pitching staff in victories over the weekend with two, while Michael Snead led the team in innings pitched.

Correction Charlie Leffler

Lee-Davis’ Casey Price races in to make a big catch in left field. .

In last week’s article, “Raiders Romp…” the photo of the Atlee player was labeled incorrectly. The Atlee runner sliding home was Kenner Berry, not Cody Farrar.

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HANOVER Baptist FAIRMOUNT Christi- Church (3 mi from Va Ctr Commons an Church, 559-8070 Mall). Practical Bi6502 Creighton Rd. preaching & Sunday AM Worship ble saTraditional 8:15 & conservative, 11am, Contemporary cred music. Active 9:30am, Bible School teens & children’s ay 8:15, 9:30am & master club. Family & God11am. Rick Raines, oriented EmphaSenior Minister Chris centered. size personal salvaSantasiere, Associate Minister, Mike Lang- tion through repentley, Associate Minis- ance and faith in Jeter, Tracy Thomas, sus Christ as Lord & 798-7190 Worship & Music Savior. Minister, Joe Thomp- www.hbcva.org son, Youth Minister, Rose Williams, Child- LANDMARK BAPTIST ren’s Director. CHURCH fairmountchristian.org 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295. "The Church With Liberty Christian Your Family At Church Heart" 8137 Liberty Circle Sunday School 9:45; 746-8412 Worship 11:00 Sunday Services: Evening Bible School 9:45am Service 6:00 AM Worship 10:45am Wednesday Evening Youth(Sept-May) AWANA (KJV) 7pm, 5:30pm Prayer Service 7:30 PM Bible Study Pastor Don Sumpter. 6:00pm Find out more on our Minister: web: Shawn Williams landmarkbaptistrichmond.org Liberty Christian School Rural Point Preschool-7th grade Baptist Church 746-3062 6548 Studley Rd. LCS Administrator: Are we the missing Margaret Greer piece in your life? libertychristianschool.org Sunday School 10:00a.m. Morning Service 11:00 Pole Green Church Sunday Evening of Christ 6:00p.m. 8319 Lee Davis Rd. 746-3376, 9am Sun- Wednesday 7:00p.m. Adult Bible Study day School; 10am Morning Worship; Champions for Christ ages 5-12 7pm Evening WorYouth in Motion ship; 7pm Wednesfor teens. day Bible Study SePlease Come! nior Minister, Danny Pastor Gregg Parisher Stalls Stephanie (804) 730-3226 Cutter, Children’s www.ruralpointbaptist.com Director 746-3376 www.pgchurchofch CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING rist.com WORKS! EMAIL CLASSIFIEDS@MECHLOCAL.COM

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Truth Baptist Church Hanover Church of BROADUS Memorial Independent, friendly the Nazarene - Baptist Church, We are a new church Come Exper. the 5351 Pole Green Rd. that loves people! Transformational M e c h - a n i c s v i l l e Meeting at: Life. Relevant 23116. 8:45am TradiThe Meadowbridge Teaching & Vibrant tional Worship 7th Day Adventist worship each week 10am Bible Study Church at 10:45 AM. 8391 for all ages, 11am 7410 Pole Green rd. Atlee Road Mech. Contemporary WorSunday SchoolVA 23116 746-3900. ship, Phil Peacock, 9:40a.m. www.hanoverlife.com Pastor. #779-2700 Worship servicebroaduschurch.org 10:30a.m. Sunday evening Presbyterian COOL Spring Baptist 6:00p.m. Church, 9283 Atlee Pastor Erik Hastings Station Rd. 746-0800. MECHANICSVILLE Call for Wed. location For information & PRESBYTERIAN (804) 627-2170 activities, call or visit Atlee & Signal Hill www.truthbaptistonline.org www.coolspring.org Rd. Carol C. Fisher, Pastor 746-5496 www.mechpres.org FAIRMOUNT MemoriLutheran Sunday Schedule: al Baptist Church 9 am Contemporary Celebrate Jesus MESSIAH Lutheran 9:45 am Education with us on Sundays Church & School 11 am Traditional in Bible Study for all 8154 Atlee Rd. ages at 9:15am. 746-7134 Morning Worship Sun. Service- 8:15 & SALEM Presbyterian 10:30am, & evening - Loving 10:45am, Sun. Sch. Church members, biblically- worship at 5:30pm. 9:30. Preschool for based teaching & Child care is availa3 -5 yr olds. preaching. Join us in ble for all services. Child Care 7am-6pm our historic sanctu- The church is locatwww.mlcas.org ary! Sun. Sch. 10am, ed on Mech. Trnpk, Worship 11AM, fel- Hwy 360, just east St Paul Lutheran lowship after. 5394 of Laburnum Ave., Church (LCMS) Studley Rd. Pastor: and 2.2 miles west @ Bennett’s Chapel Sandi Shaner 746- of 295. For info., call 8014 Lee Davis Road 329.5420. 0732. Phone 427-7500 Rev. Rod Bitely, PasFAMILY Life Baptist tor, Worship Service Church. Meeting at Southern Baptist 10:30am. Nursery Laurel Meadows ElProvided. ementary School, saintpaul-lcms.com BLACK Creek Baptist 8248 Lee Davis Rd. Church, 6289 Mech. Sunday ServNon-Denominational McClellan Rd. Sun- ice, 10:30am day School, 9am; Pastor Paul McDaniel Worship 10:15am 804-803-0363 (Nursery prov.); Wed. Speaking Spirit familylifehanover.com night prayer service Ministries 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Non denominational Children in Action, Mechanicsville Bap worship services tist Church, 8016 to 5th Sundays 11am Wilder Preschool grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Middle School Dr. Rev.Tim Madison Rev. John Johnson. 6900 Wilkinson Road. Sunday Schedule: Church 781-0330. 804-254-0123 8:45am Contempo www.blackcreek.org www.speakingspirit.org rary Worship, 9:45 Bible Study & 746-1235 ex.3 REACHES THE Advertise Here: CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 11am Traditional classifieds@mechlocal.com DEPARTMENT! CALL TODAY! Worship

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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

Northside Baptist 7600 Studley Road 746-4952 www.nsidebc.org Worship 10:15am Bible Study 9:00am Wed. activities for all ages: 5:30-8:00pm

LEBANON United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 7460980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am. Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org

Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hanover CH Rd. 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.Dinner & Study, Sun 8:30 & 11am Svc 9:45 a.m. Sunday S c h o o l . hbchanover.org

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

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. 7465118.

New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda NEW SONG CHURCH Sovereign Grace Rd. 779-2101 Contemporary worTodd Combee, Pastor Baptist ship band, quality Sun. School 9:30AM, ministries for chilWorship 10:45 am. dren & youth, casuNew Hope Baptist Bible Study 6 pm. al dress. Chad Located at 5452 Prayer Service, Pastor. Spotslee Circle, Me- Herndon, Wed. 6:45pm. 7450 Colt’s Neck Rd, chanicsville. Sunday Youth activities; Sun school 9:45 am, Sun. at 9 & 10:30 day 6-7:30 pm, 559-6064 Morning worship a.m. Wed. 6:45-8:00pm. 10:30 am, afternoon www.newsongumc.org Wednesday NEW Highland Bap- 1pm, tist Church 9200 prayer & Bible study Shady Grove United 7:30 pm. L. Ronald New Ashcake Rd. CeleStaley, Pastor. For Methodist5 5 0 - 9 6 0 1 brate Christ on Sunwww.newhighlandb more info 321-2110. day Mornings. Traaptist.org Robert www.sovereigngra- ditional worship: Lee, Pastor. Sunday ceinmechanicsville. 8:15 & 11:00. Conorg AM Contemporary temporary worship: Worship-8:30am, 9:45, Sunday School: Blended Worship9:30 & 11:00- All 11am, Sunday United Methodist Ages. Nursery for School 9:45am, preschoolers at all Nursery & Childservices. corner of ren’s Church provid- ENON United Meth- Meadowbridge & ed. Sunday PM: odist Church, 6156 Shady Grove Rd, Youth "Go-Time" 6- Studley Rd. Mech. M e c h a n i c s v i l l e . 7:30 Wednesday VA. 23116 Rev. Brooke Willson PM: Dinner 5:15- Kanguk Lee. 746- P a s t o r . 7 4 6 - 9 0 7 3 6:30pm; Childrens 4719. Come & Join shadygroveumc.org choir 6pm; Youth us for Worship each Choir 6:30pm. Bible Sun. 11am (Nursery Advertise Here: Study for all ages prov) Sun. School, classifieds@mechlocal.com 6:30-7:30pm 9:45am for all ages.

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On March 25 2010, Pack 544 awarded the Arrow of Light Award to 16 of its members. This is Cub Scouting’s highest award and signifies that boys are prepared for the transition to a Boy Scout Troop. The boys who received the award include: JonJon Carroll, Josh Daley, Logan Edwards, Jacob Fitzgerald, Vinny Guthrie, Parker Hohman, John Kelley, Dylan McKercher, Connor Moses, Christopher Pelletier, Hunter Prince, Tyler Rigsby, Justin Robins, Justin Snead, Robert Stimpson and Graham Williamson. Pack 544 is sponsored by Shady Grove United Methodist Church and meets on Thursday nights at 7 p.m.

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CERTIFIED Teacher providing summer care with lots of activities in Pebble Creek area 723-4251

CHILD Care - FT & PT openings. Infant to preschool. Exc. Care. & Ref. N/S. 730-2507 EXPERIENCED m o m has full time openings, infant to preschool. 347-1249. FT/PT openings in a Great, Learning & Loving Day Care. 25 yrs exp. 909-2333.

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Fun-loving, married Junk, Trash Removal couple eager to adopt. Appliances, furn, com- Large extended family. plete clean out, attics & Call Rebecca & Sean at basements. 559-3074 1-888-726-9505 or rebeccaandsean@gmail.com

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Auctions

Large On-Site Estate Auction Sat. May 22, 2010 @ 10AM 10062 Studley Farms Dr. Mech., Va. 23116 Selling the estate of Nancy Willis Antiques, country collectibles, Biggs, Henkel Harris, and other quality reproduc tions, rugs, glasswear, tools, Nice collection of Indian Artifacts, etc. www.grindstaffauctions.com

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BRAXTON FAMILY REUNION The Braxton Family Reunion will be held July 9th-11th in Fort Washington, Maryland. If you are descendants of George Braxton and Marie Pryor formally Furniture of Hanover County, VA. Please contact Dr. Hezekiah Braxton III. BED - ALL New Pillow(misterhb3@yahoo.co m) or call (301) 203- top Mattress Sets in plastic F- $95; Q-$105; 8681. K-$185; Call 543-8686

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Yard/Estate Sales

BED - New Mattress Set in Plastic w/ ENGLISH BOXWOOD warr. Full $99, 17-19", 15 gal. nursery Queen $109, King container.$25.769-3777 $189. Delivery/Lay A-Way. 218-0680

Medical Equipment

Bedroom Set - real handcarved mahogany. 4 post bed, 2 nitestands triple dresser, tri-fold mirror & chest of drawers. Perfect cond. Willing to deliver. Retails for $10,500. Sell $2,950 804-398-8424

DINING - Chippendale, Real Hand carved Mahogany, Henredon Quality, Hand carved ball & claw. Double Pedestal Table, 10 Chairs, 2 piece China Cabinet & Sideboard. Like new. Under warranty. Retail $18,000. Sell for $5,900 Can deliver. 804-398-8424

Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD Oak & Hickory. Small & Large Load Delivered. 746-1281

Jewelry & Watches ROLEX SUBMARINER Watch - 2 tone, gold, w/champagne dial, diamonds & rubies. Original owner with all papers & box. $6,500. 804-937-9664

Rascal Mobility Scooter 400T Brand New Batteries Great Condition! Electric lift available also $850 (804)4675240

Merchandise for Sale 2005 Singer Sewing Machine, 6-stitching options, $65, OBO; 12Wine Glasses, 2- boxes of 6 - $20/each box; 23 10oz. beverage glasses $1/each, OBO. 804-366-1569.

COMPOSTED Cow Manure & Mulch. Call for prices. 804-513-3748

Merchandise Wanted WILL buy used furni ture in good condition. Call 347-4943

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23111*Big Yard Sale* Multi-family, Linens, Clothes, Handbags, Shoes, Longerberger Décor, Camping, Auto, Antiques, Appliances, Electronics, Jewelry 8am-8pm, 5/21 & 5/22 7007WindIng Wood Rd.

ATLEE Springs Community Yard & Bake Sale, off Atlee Rd. 5/15, 7:30-12. AYLETT- MULTI Family Yard SaleFri. May 14th & Sat. May 15th. 8 - 3pm. Choctaw Ridge Sub., Route 360. Household items, clothes, books, etc. CHERRYDALE Subdivision’s Annual Yards & Yards of Yard Sales is set for May 15, 8:00 - 1:00 Rain Date 5/22

MAY 15th, 8029 Darva Glen, 7am-until. Books, Clothes, Furniture, toys & more! MULTI-FAMILY Yard Sale 7264 Hidden Lake Estates Dr, Sat. 5/15, 7am-12noon. Electronics, toys, clothes, tools & much more!

MULTI Family Yard Sale May 15th 8am-2pm to benefit Hanover X-treme Softball Team Colonial Farm Credit, Mech Tpke.

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Yard/Estate Sales Neighborhood Yard Sale. Sat. 5/15, 8am-1. Totopotomoy Sub Div. SAT. 5/15 8am-12pm 7295 Brandy Creek Dr. Household & More!

**SHERRINGTON** HUGE MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE ON PIMLICO DRIVE ! May 15th 7-12am (Rain or Shine) FOLLOW THE SIGNS! WINDSOR Neighbor hood Yard Sale Sat. 5/15, 8am - 1pm Rain or Shine Something for Everyone! Look for signs throughout the neighborhood.

pets & animals

Dogs SHIHTZU Puppies. Beautiful Color. $450 /each. Call 305-3205

recreation

General

TRAVELER - ’88, 15’, 60hp Johnson, galv. Shorelander trailer, V-haul, center console, walk-around, power trim, 2 fishfinders, reel-in anchors, livewells, built-in cooler, trolling motor, onboard charger, many rod holders, life jackets. Used in freshwater only. Great fishing or fun boat! $4,295. 804-241-0096.

employment

General B l a c k Creek Baptist Church 6289 McClellan Road Mech., VA is looking for a part time Youth Leader. Experience w/teens preferred. Will need own transportation. Background check & clean driving record required. Approx. 15-20 hours per week Sunday AM & Wed. PM. Extended hours will be required in summer. $15.00 per hour. Call Rev. Johnson at 804781-0330 to discuss. Need individual for weekend yard work. Call 746-4617

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BOOKKEEPER needed for small Construction Co. Must have knowledge in QuickBooks A/P A/R Payroll Taxes AIA Pay apps and schedules. Gyn907@yahoo.com

AGRIBERRY FARM

Hiring 14 yrs. old & up for Part time Summer Farm work. Apply Fri 4-6pm at 4456 River Rd 23116.

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NEED someone to assist PT w/ meals, baths & tranfer to wheelchair. Must be able to use Hoyer lift. Call 723-5484

PART-TIME position available for clean ing. Flexible Hours. Great Pay. 305-4068 PART-TIME YOUTH M I N I S T E R : Sharon Baptist Church wants to employ a part-time youth pastor. Experience working w/ teenagers is preferred. A calling to Christian ministry is essential. We are willing to share youth pastor with another church. Contact the church at 769-2320, M-Th., 9 am-3 pm. Send resumes to Tracy Robinson, Personnel Co. at sharonbc@verizon.net or Sharon Baptist Church, 901 Sharon Road, King William, VA, 23086.

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PART TIME Summer Berry Harvest Labor 14 years old and up Apply in person on Friday 4 to 6pm at 4456 River Rd. 23116

HVAC Service Technician Growing propane company seeks motivated and dependable technician to install and repair HVAC equipment. Must possess minimum 3 years service experience, clean driving record, valid license, CFC card and be willing to get a CDL. Live and work at the river, a sportsman’s paradise with relocation assistance considered. We offer a professional and safe work environment, competitive wages, health and dental benefits, 401k plan and bonus opportunities. Mail resume to Revere Gas PO Box 100 Hartfield, VA 23071 or complete on-line application at www.reveregas.com. (804) 776-9724 Drug Free Workplace, EOE Virginia Home for Boys & Girls is seeking Therapeutic Foster Parents. If you have a willing ness to open your home to youth with a variety of needs, by giving them a safe, stable, loving and nurturing environ ment; you might make a great foster parent! We offer hands-on, evidence-based training, and ongoing support. Requirements include: being a responsible caring adult at least 21 years of age; having a valid Virginias drivers license and good driving record; stable income and housing; and the ability to pass a criminal background check. If interested, please forward resumes to: Human Resources, Virginia Home for Boys & Girls, 8716 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23294 Fax: (804) 270-0479 or email amiller@boysandgirlsh ome.org

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Shady Grove Apartments Unfurnished LakeRidge Square Apartments, Voted Hanover’s Best for 2010! Your "Home" , Our " Pleasure" Spacious 2BR/2BA Apartment Homes. Water/WasherDryer/Alarm and all Appliances included! Prices from $ 7 9 9 ! www.lakeridgesqua re.com 804-550-2676 804-550-3566 Fax 2 miles from VCC Mall and all conveniences!

Custom built all brick home in prime location. This home has been meticulously maintained. Beautiful formal rooms including living and dining rooms. The kitchen opens to great room with a fabulous side and rear deck for entertaining. First floor master bedroom with private bath and walk- in closet. Second floor features two bedrooms and full bath. The walk- out finished basement features laundry room/ mud room and office/exercise room, two- car garage and workshop with electricity and direct side entry with auto door opener. Beautiful private grounds. A wonderful retreat offered for $264,900.

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Mechanicsville Now Leasing 2-bdrm/1-ba. spacious apts. Special Houses Unfurnished Houses Unfurnished $675/mo. incl. water, sewer & trash. Friendly, Quiet com- 301/ATLEE Rd. - 3- BLUE RIDGE AVE munity avail. imme- bdrm, 1.5-baths, Wow alot for the mondiately. Add’l dis- Ranch. Large eat-in ey, 2 bdrms, 1 ba, huge count for seniors. kitchen, fenced yard kit., w/d, fenced yard, 746-5525 for details & deck. No pets/ screen porch, won’t smokers. $1100/ last. $775. 513-4663. mo. Call 730-3131 KING WILLIAM - 4Apartments bdrm, 3.5 bath, Northside/Hanover 3-BDRM, 2ba. rancher 3,000sq. ft. w/2-car on 3 acres in Old Former Church only 7yrs old. garage. New Carpet, Vinyl, model home w/tons MECHANICSVILLE Paint, Large storage of upgrades. AvailaWINDMILL WAY shed, Country porch & ble June 1st. No APTS. 2 bdrm apts. rear deck. No smoking Pets. Credit Check. $645/mo. W/D in or pets. $1300/mo. + $1695/mo. + $1750 Deposit. Call deposit. Call unit. No dogs. Avail. sec. Balducci Realty, Inc. Shannon: 339-4480. now.804-592-2280 (804) 730-0033. Shockoe Properties ajohnston@shockoeproperties. 3 BR 2 BA- Very nice com home in a quiet M E C H - 3 BR 1 BA neighborhood. Lee Ranch. Avail. June Davis School district 1st. $1100/mo Call Overlook at Brook Run W/D/DW $1050. mo. 757-262-8508 Now renting spacious + sec dep. Credit 2&3 bdrm apt. homes check. NS. 559-0535 Rooms for Rent at affordable prices. 804-440-0736. BATTLEFIELD GREEN ROOM- In my Mech. 4 BR 2 BA- Community home. $450. / mo. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING pool, fenced yd. Avail. incl. util. 781-0036 WORKS! EMAIL June 1. $1,250. mo + CLASSIFIEDS@MECHLOCAL.COM dep. Call 804-304-8219

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BRICK & Vinyl Cottage in Village of Mech. 7268 Grace Ln. 4 br 2 ba, 1,353 sf . Hardwood & new carpet. Lg fenced back yd. $159,950.Call 928-5565. JUST REDUCED! 6146 Rosemary Drive

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Classics/Antiques CORVETTE - ’87 convertible, full power with ground effects, $11,950. 804-314-9978 or 804-779-2878

Automobiles for Sale 1996 Mercedes SL320 Convertible. Well Maintained. $10,000. Call 757-262-8508 CADILLAC - ’00 Sedan Deville, pearl white, exc. cond., new inspect., tires, 92K mi., $6995. 804-314-9978 or 804-779-2878

DODGE - ’05 Stratus, 34K mi., exc. cond., pw, Fabulous 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 CD, power door, rear bth home on a cul-de- defrost, $7990. 804sac lot! Fenced-in 382-1127 or 382-1317 backyard w/new shed! Open floorplan and PORCHE - 944 TURBO large garage & bsmt! ’86 model - Chapagne color w/wide rally Must See! $229,900 Exclusive Listing Agent rims. Original owner. 86K mi. gar. kept. Susan Frank $8000. 804-937-9664 (804) 677-0390

TOYOTA - ’04 Matrix XR Wagon, AC, CC, PW, PL, 80K, 1 owner. $9995. 804-730-0539 TOYOTA - ’05 Corolla LE, 4 dr, AT, AC, CC, PW, PL, 1 owner, 86K. $9895. 804-730-0539

PRIVATE bedroom & bath. Avail. June 1st in Mech. $600/mo. incl. all. Call 201-5037

Homesites-Lots 2-BEAUTIFUL Wooded 5-acre lots. Cleared & Soil Work Completed on Smokey Road in King William County. Call Stafford 357-1077

Motorcycles 07’ Harley Davidson Touring Screaming Eagle Road King blue, 6834 miles, always garage kept, well maintained, perfect condition, like new, clear title, 1 owner, $7200, b8jones@gmail.com

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GWENS Island - 3bdrm, 1.5 bath, 2-story. eat-in kitchen, liv. rm. dining rm w/screen porch. 2-add’l outbuildings, detached garage on 2 acres. $245,000. 804-725-0552.

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QUINTON - New active adult community, all brick, maint. free, one level 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached dbl. car garage. Buy direct from builder - no commission - & custom deLegal Notices sign your home. From $269,000 - call 804-3051102 or 804-305-8449 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HANOVER THE 26TH DAY OF MARCH, 2010.

CHEVROLET - ’02 Monto Carlo, silver, 17,450 mi., garaged, $10K. 804-569-9529

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HARLEY DAVIDSON ’08 FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide, Red, 1076 miles, 1584 cc, Excellent Condi tion. $8800. brdbag@netscape.com

Automobiles Wanted ûWANTED û Abandoned junk cars Pay $175 & UP Cash No title needed. 804-677-0156

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PAUL

Order of Publication The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of the parties having lived separate and apart, continuously, without interruption for a period of at least one year. It appearing from an affidavit that diligence has been used by or on behalf of plaintiff to ascertain in what county or city the defendant is, without effect, it is ordered that the defendant appear before this Court within ten days after due publication of this notice, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein and no later than May 14th, 2010 at 9:00am. Enter: 4/2/10 J. Overton Harris, JUDGE An Extract-Teste: Robert H. Smallenberg (VSB #35848) Metropolitan Law Center, PLC. 10035 Sliding Hill Rd. Ste. 204 Ashland, VA. 23005 Tel: 804-368-7612 Fax: 804-368-7615

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HANOVER COUNTY 2010 REAL ESTATE TAX NOTICE 1ST HALF Due June 7, 2010 Notice is herewith given that all second half 2010 Hanover County real estate taxes are due and payable on or before June 7, 2010. Anyone owning property who has not received a bill and whose real estate taxes are not processed by their Mortgage Company may go online to www.co.hanover.va.us to pay, review, and/or print their bill(s), or may call the Hanover County Treasurer’s office at 365-6050 or 730-6050. Failure to receive a bill does not relieve the owner of penalty and interest if payment is not made by the due date. Tax bills are sent to owners of record on January 1, 2010; therefore, if property was conveyed by you in 2010, you should forward the bill to the new owner. If you purchased a parcel during 2010, contact the Treasurer’s office to have a copy of the tax bill forwarded to you. If you are 65 years old or over, or are permanently disabled, you may qualify for real estate tax relief. There are very specific criteria which must be met, including residing on the property. You must apply for tax relief each year between January 1 and March 1 with the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office. For questions, phone 365-6128 or 730-6128. M. Scott Miller, Treasurer Hanover County

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• Residential & commercial service • Preventative maintenance agreements • System replacements • Custom ductwork design • Complete installation of heating and air conditioning systems

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CALL CALL 737-1439 or 737-1439 305-2491 Floors Hardwood Installation & Refinishing. Laminate & Tile flooring also. Lic. & Ins. Call Derrick 804928-6564.

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NORMAN’S TREE & LAWN CARE SERVICE. GRASS CONTRACTS, MULCHING & MORE. FREE EST. LIC/INS. 769-7197

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A F F O R D A B L E Yard work. Average sz. yard, $30. Cut/ Trim. 804-402-8918

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ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing , Sheet Rock Repairs. Gutter Cleaning. 730-6531 / 402-6531

C.M.T. Painting & PowerwashingInt. & Ext, Lic. & Ins. 447-0787 901-1593

PCT Remodeling Tile/ Kitchens & Baths. Free Est. Lic/Ins. 264-9352

Tree Service NOR M AN ’ S Tree Service Lic/Ins. Free Est. Call 769-7197 or 387-3161 1-Call for all your Tree Service needs L & J Tree Service, LLC. Free Est. Ins. 687-6442 or 779-2222 Adam S. Medek MEDEK TREE SVC. Removals/Pruning 24Hr/Lic&Ins/CC’s Free Est. 746-8580 A People’s Tree Srv. Professional work at a reasonable rate. Ins. Free Est. Mulch. Call 730-2163

E.J. Hornung- Excell. ERNIE’S Tree Service Removal Refer. Int/Ext Great Trimming, & Stump Grinding. rates. 746-5613 Free Est. 75ft. Bucket Truck. BBB. 730PAINTING By 6563 or 833-9663 George Int/Ext Reasonable Rates. Howard Tree Service 550-3260 Trimming & Take Downs. Stump Removal. If it’s tree PCT Remodeling work - we do it! InExt./Int. Painting. sured. Free Est. MiLic/Ins. 264-9352 chael 746-7546 or 779-7011 day/night. WRIGHT’S P a i n t i n g MC/VISA/Discover. Hanover Resident, 20 yrs. exp. Lic/Ins. Free Lot Clearing, Tractor Est. Interior, exterior Work, Timber Harvest sheetrock repair, caring, Tree Removal & pentry, and power Fencing. Family Owned washing Call 901-1414 & Operated. 769-9184

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Renovations FOWLERS Home Impr. Decks, Fences... All your home care needs. Free estimates, call Jon 363-4540. Lic & Ins

SHADY Tree Service Trimming, Topping, tree, stump removal Firewood -Lic. & Ins. Res. & Comm. 804-937-3671 William A. Silva Jr. Owner / Operator

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Roofing A W Austin/ Q R & R Vinyl Siding, Thermal Windows, Seamless Alum. gutters, Roofing & Painting, 5 yr. warr. Free Est. Class A #2705-042498A. 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.

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Renovated in 2006 w/ All The Bells & Whistles in the Heart of Bellevue! Tons of refinished wd flrs, spectacular kitchen w/granite & stainless steel appliances, living room w/gas FP, spacious sunny den off the rear w/a full bath & full size utility room, updated electric, thermal windows, studio out back w/ ceramic tile flr & HVAC & So Much VIRTUAL TOUR More! $309,500.

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Over 2,300 sq. ft., 1st-flr. master w/ jetted tub, formal dining room, two-story great room w/ gas FP, eat-in kitchen, 2-car attached and 29’x40’ detached garage w/ a 480 sq. ft. studio/workshop, rear deck, full size utility room, new carpet throughout plus new kitchen floor. Walking distance to the new elementary school. VIRTUAL TOUR $292,500.

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Beautiful brick front Transitional w/ over 3,800 sq. ft., formal rooms w/ wd flrs, two-story foyer w/ turned staircase, two-story family room w/ lots of windows, gourmet kitchen w/ granite & Island, 4 bedrms including a master suite w/ a deluxe bath & sitting area, 3 ½ baths, finished 3rd flr, 2-car garage, 2-zone heating & cooling, rear deck & patio sitting on a private wooded lot. This home is ready to move into! VIRTUAL TOUR $439,950.

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Beautiful Transitional on an awesome cul-de-sac lot, almost 2,900 sq. ft., open floor plan, stately formal rooms, two-story family room & foyer w/wood floors, huge gourmet kitchen w/ granite, 9’ ceilings on 1st floor & master bedroom, large rear deck, ready-to-finish walk-up attic (400 sq. ft.), and a rearentry 2-car garage. VIRTUAL TOUR $369,900.

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Charming 55+ Community - Maintenance Free Living! Wd Flrs thruout, 3 BR’s, 2 ½ Baths, EatIn Kitchen, Living Room w/ Wd Flrs, Double Sided Gas FP & Open to the Dining Room, Sunny Florida Room, large Patio w/ Retractable Awning, 2-Car Attached Garage & More. One Of The Nicest Homes In The Neighborhood! $264,950.

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1,400 sq. ft., new paint inside & out, new kitchen w/ new Granite, tile floors & stainless steel appliances, new windows, relined FP, new Friese carpet in BR’s, formal rooms, dimensional roof, electric heat pump & central air, new Trex stoop w/ vinyl rails, 3 car garage, on a Private & Wooded 3 Acre Lot. $8,000 Closing VIRTUAL TOUR Costs! $227,500.

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Beautiful Transitional in the Private Gated Community of Woodruff! 2,300 sq. ft., 4 BRs, huge kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, formal dining room, large great room w/gas FP, 2-car garage, full front porch, vinyl siding & windows, walk-up attic, 2-zone heating & cooling, dimensional roof, rear deck plus generator hook-up. VIRTUAL TOUR $279,950.

Transitional w/ over 2,700 sq. ft., formal rooms, large family room, eat-in kitchen with new Granite countertops and new flooring, master suite w/ a deluxe bath, finished third floor (could be used as a 5th BR), two-car garage, vinyl siding, detached tool shed, concrete patio, screen porch, fenced backyard plus an ERA Warranty! VIRTUAL TOUR $310,000.

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2,200 sq. ft. Transitional with 4 bedrooms including a master suite, formal rooms, family room w/ a real wood burning FP, eat-in kitchen, two-tiered deck w/ built-in bench & large table, patio, two-car garage, fenced backyard, maintenance free vinyl siding, all appliances convey, natural gas heat/central air plus a oneyear ERA warranty! VIRTUAL TOUR $260,000.

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May 12, 2010