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Comprehensive Plan update underway By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local Carving out a Comprehensive Plan for Hanover’s future is a long and arduous process that began earlier this month with a joint meeting of the county’s Planning Commission,
Economic Development Authority and Board of Supervisors. With memories of the previous update fresh in some minds, officials said they hope this process will go smoother and result in less controversy than it produced in 2007. More than 900 citizens attended a public hearing
Ethan Cruikshank was the only student in Virginia to reach three perfect scores in the WordMasters vocabulary challenge. He was among 220,000 students participating.
Cruikshank among best in WordMasters Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com A Chickahominy Middle School student is among only eight eighth-graders in the United States to achieve a perfect score on all the challenges in the WordMasters vocabulary competition. In addition to his national achievement, Ethan Cruikshank was the only student in Virginia to reach three perfect scores. He was among 220,000 students participating. In the fall, Ethan will be attending the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School in Richmond. Throughout the 2011-2012 school year, Chickahominy Middle students took part in WordMasters. They were challenged to solve complex analogies using sophisticated vocabulary.
on that plan, created with the aid of a consulting firm. This year’s process is an in-house operation. “I just got over the 2007 plan yesterday,” Beaverdam District supervisor Aubrey M. “Bucky” Stanley joked. “Sometimes, we left meetings not speaking to each other. It just wasn’t a
very good thing.” In spite of the less than harmonious process, Stanley said the plan worked, and hoped for a smoother experience this time around. “It’s an important process, one we take very seriously,” county administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. said.
“We want to make sure it’s an inclusive process. We’re looking for the general thoughts of the three bodies represented here today.” Acting planning director David Maloney facilitated the recent meeting, see PLAN, pg. 4
Pageant brings out the cutest and funniest By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com
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ute was the word of the day on Saturday, June 23, with contestants ranging in age from 3 to 7 taking part in the Tiny Miss/Little Miss Hanover Tomato Festival Pageant at the East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad in Mechanicsville. As director Lynn Watson said, “Hanover grows the best tomatoes in the world and the cutest little girls.” A tradition of the annual Hanover Tomato Festival, the pageant has two
divisions: Tiny Miss for ages 3 and 4 and Little Miss, 5 to 7 years old. The winners will be announced at the 2012 Hanover Tomato Festival at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 14, at Pole Green Park at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane in Mechanicsville. In addition to serving as pageant director, Watson is emcee. Mary Catherine Piland is the assistant director. A Hanover County tradition, the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department started the Tomato see PAGEANT, pg. 19
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Hannah Grace Matthews listens as director Lynn Watson asks her a question during Saturday’s Tiny Miss and Little Miss Tomato Festival Pageant at the East Hanover Volunteer Fire Department. The winners will be announced at 11 a.m. on July 14 at the 2012 Hanover Tomato Festival at Pole Green Park.
Local dance student making Broadway debut in ‘Annie’ Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com A student at the Ann Catherine Cross School of Dance in Mechanicsville is making her Broadway debut in “Annie.” Taylor Richardson, the daughter of Tiffany Richardson and Scott Kennedy, is appearing as Duffy and is the under-
study for Annie. The Richmond resident has been dancing at the Ann Catherine Cross School of Dance since the age of 3. She has won multiple dance titles and awards across the region. She takes voice lessons from Cathy Motley-Fitch and plays piano and accor-
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Local man honored in American crafts directory make period-appropriate furnishings and accessories for displays, collections and use. “The judges look for authentic design and ark E. Elliott of Mechanicsville workmanship, whether the piece is a faithful won the highest award as a tradireproduction or the artisan’s interpretation of tional holiday artisan in this year’s period style,” Tess Rosch, publisher of Early Directory of Traditional American American Life, said. “Scholarship, as well as Crafts. His work is showcased in the 2012 use of period tools and August issue of Early techniques, is particuAmerican Life magazine. larly valued in this comHe ranks top in petition.” his field, according One goal of the directo a panel of national tory is to help preserve experts convened by the traditional handcrafts, magazine. The experts part of our culture that is — curators from such rapidly being lost in the prestigious institutions digital age. Many of these as the National Trust, skills were passed down Museums of Colonial from master to apprenWilliamsburg, American tice for hundreds of Folk Art Museum, years, but now few new George Washington’s people choose to learn Mount Vernon, Historic and master them. Hudson Valley, Museum “If our traditional arts of Early Southern Submitted photo are lost, we have forgotDecorative Arts, Old Mark E. Elliott of Mechanicsville has ten a part of who we are Sturbridge Village, been recognized by the Directory as Americans,” Rosch Hancock Shaker Village of Traditional American Crafts as a said. and Shaker Village of traditional holiday artisan. The August 2012 Pleasant Hill, Strawbery issue of Early American Banke Museum, and the Frontier Culture Life, which arrived on newsstands on June 19, Museum, as well as antiques dealers, independent scholars, and professional instructors lists all artisans selected for the directory, as well as contact information for those wanting — selected the top craftspeople working with to own their work. traditional tools and techniques for the magThe directory layout features color photos azine’s 27th annual Directory of Traditional of many of these artworks photographed at American Crafts. Renfrew Museum and Park in Waynesboro, Elliott’s handcraft showed mastery of the Pa. art form, heritage techniques and workman“The directory is a source for collectors ship, according to the judges. and historic museums eager to own fine, The Directory of Traditional American handcrafted, period-accurate objects and also Crafts is a special listing that appears in the a means of supporting those who perpetuate August 2012 issue of Early American Life, a the art forms that are such an important part national magazine focusing on architecture, decorative arts, period style and social history of our nation’s heritage,” Rosch said. To learn more about Early American Life, from colonial times through the mid-19th for subscription information, or to purchase a century. copy, visit www.EarlyAmericanLife.com. The directory has been used for nearly More information on Elliott can be found three decades by curators at living history at http://www.markelliottva.com and http:// museums, owners of traditional homes and www.markelliottphotography.com. motion picture producers to find artisans to
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9 COMMUNITY Mechanicsville Lions honored for contribution.
16 ASHLAND Gandy Elementary students meet the challenge.
35 SPORTS Trio of Atlee graduates looking for Olympic glory.
ALSO… Incident Reports........3 Obituaries ..........10-12 Celebrations ........... 29 Calendar ............30-31 Church news .......... 32 Sports ................33-39 TV grids..............40-42 Classifieds .........43-47 Keep up with Hanover County news and sports at www.mechlocal.com.
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Person was found deceased at location on Candleberry Dr.
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Suspect trespassed at location on Patrick Henry Blvd. Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Country Club Dr.
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Unknown suspect damaged property at location on Gun Barrel Rd.
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Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Greywood Dr.
June 7
Suspect stole items from location on Black Creek Dr.
Suspect was found in possession of stolen property at location on Bell Creek Rd.
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Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike.
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Suspect stole items at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.
Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Bell Creek Rd.
Unknown suspect threatened victim at location on Brickerton Dr.
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Unknown suspect threatened victim at location on Atlee Rd.
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Suspect brandished a firearm at location on Studley Rd.
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Unknown suspect damaged victim’s property at location on Kings Charter Dr.
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Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Atlee Rd.
Suspect used profane language to victim at location on County Complex Rd.
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Suspect assaulted victim at location on Whispering Wind Circle.
Suspect assaulted victim at location on Courtland Farm Rd.
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Unknown suspect broke into location and stole items on Cross Corner Rd.
Suspect forged a check at location on Courtland Farm Rd.
June 8 X
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Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Cold Harbor Rd.
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Unknown suspect damaged victim’s property at location on Washington Henry Dr.
June 3
Suspect stole items at location on Stonewall Dr.
Suspect stole items from location on Bell Creek Rd.
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Suspect broke into location and stole items on Foxal Rd.
Suspect stole items at location on Dunn Rd.
Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at location on Old Church Rd.
Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Pinhook Rd.
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Suspect assaulted victim at location on Trail of Tears Lane.
June 10 X
Suspect damaged victim’s property at location on Trail of Tears Lane.
Suspect stole items at location on Bell Creek Rd.
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Suspect assaulted victim at location on Theme Park Way.
Suspect assaulted victim at location on Water Way Dr.
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Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Brandy Hill Terrace.
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which was designed to establish some guidelines for the upcoming process and establish some starting points for discussion. Although the county population has remained low, around .5 percent in recent years, the overall growth rate for planning purposes will remain at 2 percent. How to accommodate that growth over the next 20 years is the devil in the details. Maloney said raising the county’s density levels in the Suburban Service Area could provide options for future development. Raising those levels to three units per acre would mean less land necessary to accommodate future growth. In 2007, the county added 14,000 acres to accommodate growth. To ensure the county retains its rural nature, Maloney said about 11,000 acres would be required. Those numbers change with higher densities in some areas. Maloney said there is a shortage of available land for MALONEY multi-family type development in the four to eight units per acre category. Chickahominy District supervisor Angela Kelly-Wiecek asked if the current thoroughfare pan would support that type of development and increased traffic. “I’m just trying to keep the discussion moving along. It’s all well and good to talk about what we are planning for housing and the growth that is coming, but I’m just trying to hammer away at that infrastructure piece, specifically the roads portion,” she
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Members of the Hanover County Planning Commission, Economic Development Authority and Board of Supervisors are working on a Comprehensive Plan for the county’s future. They recently met at the Times-Dispatch Hanover Plant.
said. “I’m not comfortable going from two to three units per acre until I have seen that roads piece.” Henry District supervisor Sean Davis said the county needs to utilize the acres it has designated for development, and Mechanicsville supervisor Canova Peterson said increased density would maximize the county’s limited infrastructure. “It only makes good sense to be economical as possible when building infrastructure,” Peterson said. “The only way to ensure the rural nature of this county is to maximize use in the Suburban Service Area.” Planning Commission chairman Harold Padgett said the county has not achieved the desired 70/30 ratio between rural and residential development. Maloney said the infrastructure is in place and answers should become apparent within the next five years as to whether the adjustments have achieved the targeted effect. Many participants said future planning in the county would require flexibility and creativity, a concept endorsed by Harris. “Flexibility is something we want to offer the community,” he said. The group reached consensus on most starting points, including leaving the county’s Rural Conservation Area at 40 percent. They also agreed there is a need for down-
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sized housing for an increasing retirement community and aging population. “We need to look at our diverse housing needs and see where those higher density areas are appropriate,” said Cold Harbor planning commissioner Ashley Peace. There was disagreement over the county’s Small Area Plans (SAPs). Maloney said some of those plans would need to be reviewed and possibly adjusted, but suggested the process focus on the general land use plan and the Comp Plan update first. “I suggest we continue with this process and then go back and evaluate the individual SAPs,” Maloney said. Peace said she couldn’t consider a Comprehensive Plan that did not include updates to the current SAPs. Harris assured that update would happen, but said taking on the two projects at the same time could be burdensome Maloney said the county is gearing up for a January 2013 completion date on the current update. Hanover citizens got their first opportunity to hear the preliminary plans at three community meetings last week. The Planning Commission will continue work on the proposed update. The Comprehensive Plan is updated every five years and projects growth on a 20-year cycle.
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Re-enactors bring Battle of Gaines’ Mill to life By Ben Orcutt news@mechlocal.com The Civil War Battle of Gaines’ Mill on June 27, 1862, was brought to life on Saturday as part of a National Park Service living history program at Richmond National Battlefield Park. Re-enactors portrayed Union forces and Confederate soldiers on the same ground
ening the Confederate capital, Litterst said. On June 26, 1862, Gen. Robert E. Lee, commander of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia, led his troops to a victory in the Battle of Beaver Dam Creek, which set the stage for the Battle of Gaines’ Mill the next day. Litterst said that “it’s Lee’s overwhelming victory here on June 27 that firmly convinces
George McClellan that he needs to fall back from the gates of Richmond, establish a new base down on the James River, and, very importantly, take that Union pressure off of the Confederate capital.” Lee’s victory at Gaines’ Mill was “in many ways,” Litterst said, the beginning of Lee’s legend as a great general. Civil War re-enactors from a number of states helped bring
the battle to life on Saturday. Perhaps the most colorful among all the troops was the group portraying the 5th New York Duryee’s Zouaves in their authentic red and blue uniforms. Steve Thompson, a member of the group from Fairfax, said Duryee is the name of the man who founded the regiment in 1861 and Zouave is the style of uniform. “This regiment has been in
existence since 1971, so it’s one of the oldest Civil War re-enactment regiments in the country right now,” Thompson said. A history buff all his life, Thompson said it’s one thing to read about the Civil War and another to put on an authentic uniform and portray a soldier. “So, it’s a whole different experience to be able to come out here and wear the gear and actually participate in the drills
and the battle re-enactments and it kind of gives you a little bit closer feeling and flavor of what they were experiencing,” Thompson said. Several spectators on hand for one of Saturday afternoon’s re-enactments said they were pleased with what they saw. “It was neat. It’s very cool,” see BATTLE, pg. 28
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Members of the Liberty Rifles re-enactment group portraying Company H of the 4th Texas charge up the hill, showing how Confederate troops broke through during the Battle of Gaines’ Mill.
where 15,000 troops — out of more than 100,000 combined — lost their lives 150 years ago today. For many, the site where the Battle of Gaines’ Mill took place is hallow ground. “Gaines’ Mill is significant for a couple of reasons,” said Mike Litterst, a public affairs specialist with the National Park Service. “It is the largest battle to take place up to that point in the war,” he said. “So it is the size and the scope and the magnitude of what takes place here that really sort of gets people’s attention and this is the battle probably more so than any other that saves Richmond.” Under the command of Gen. George B. McClellan, the Union Army had moved within four miles of Richmond, threat-
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Tomato Festival to honor Fire/EMS Recently had the opportunity to catch up with Greg Sager and Marcy Durrer of Hanover County Parks & Rec. Of course this time of year the conversation centered on the 2012 Hanover Tomato Festival. The 2012 event will be dedicated to Hanover County Fire/EMS. Without question, this is an excellent — and most deserving — choice. The men and women who serve us in fire, rescue and medical situations are to be commended and praised. Sager said the selection was made based upon “the many years of support they have given to the event, as well as the extraordinary good they do on a daily basis.” Chief Fred Crosby will be at the July 14 festival to receive the designation. On Saturday, we had the pleasure of attending the Little Miss/Tiny Miss Tomato Festival Pageant. As always, director Lynn Watson and her support staff did a great job. And the participants are just too cute. In the “new” category, Hanover Habitat for Humanity will be conducting a build day on the grounds of Pole Green Park. How cool is that?! Also new this year is Papa John’s Favorite Tomato Pizza. Papa John’s has gotten “tomato fever” with a “Vote for Your Favorite Tomato Pizza” contest. Go to www.pjrva.com and vote for the pizza you want served at the festival. Voting is available through Friday, July 13. Marty’s Grill is again working with the festival’s Tomato Recipe Contest. The winning entry will be featured on the restaurant’s August menu. Of course, you will be reading more about the Tomato Festival as the big day nears. When you talk about the Tomato Festival, Sager sums it up well: “Folks from all walks of life come together for the one event that is uniquely Hanover.” Most would agree it is “the” event in Mechanicsville. And certainly one you don’t want to miss. The 2012 Hanover Tomato Festival will be presented from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, at Pole Green Park in Mechanicsville. We’ll see you there. Melody Kinser
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Via and supervisors thanked for School Board choice I would like to thank Ed Via for his leadership and his fellow Board of Supervisors members in selecting Hank Lowry as a School Board member. The Board of Supervisors made the best choice. I have worked in education as an educator for 25 years, not in Hanover. I have worked in a school system where the network of board members has always been about the entire school system and not slanted to just families and how one can help this family or that family. The school system has treated the school system like a business where its goals were to think about their students, families, teachers and administration. This business has included tricky budgets, creative planning, statistics, marketing and relationships to the community and businesses. Teachers are hired to educate students and parents are the child’s best advocate. Our administrators are in school divisions to support our families, teachers and staff. This support may be in the form of educational support, monetary support through the budget process, insuring our schools are safe, etc. Our School Board is there to support all of these team members, but, most importantly, they are appointed to insure the business of education is maintained on daily basis through the budgetary process, personnel process, and educational process. They are the process and policy team. This is where I have to state that Hank Lowry has the experience to support Dr. Jamelle Wilson, superintendent, in the day-to-day business of Hanover County Public Schools. I know Hank has been a business person in Ashland for years, whether in real estate or owning his own business. He has been a great advocate for getting projects through in the Town of Ashland. Projects that were stopped because our legislative body and town leadership could not shape and form in a timely fashion around the limited budgetary funds. However, Hank could assist all in seeing how to complete a project with limited funds in a timely fashion. Therefore, we do have him to thank for many projects such as the Plaza and Ashland Street Parties. He will do the same with Hanover County Public Schools. We need someone like Hank to think “out of the box,” especially with limited budgetary funds these days, which school divisions are certainly struggling with limited funds. I have known Hank for a number of years. He is someone who I have agreed with at times and there are times I don’t always agree with him. However, he is a man who always listens. He will listen
to what is being stated to him before making important decisions. Hank speaks to anyone and everyone on the streets of Ashland. He will listen to each. He is an extremely nice person and has a huge heart. According to recent editorials, it appeared there was much support for the appointment to the School Board between Lorie Foley and Hank Lowry. I wish had written earlier, pre-appointment, as I would have had my letter of support in the paper and can only hope that my letter of support for him will be in the paper this week. Before the appointment was decided, I would have pointed out Hank’s qualifications and the fact he is polite in speaking to his fellow neighbors versus someone who may not be quite as polite and could take a lesson from Hank in speaking to thy neighbor. The appointment of the Ashland District School Board member is an important decision for Hanover County Public Schools as this might be the largest of all the districts in Hanover with 13 or 14 schools. Therefore, I am glad the Board of Supervisors reviewed each appointee in detail and made the right appointment. As I have lived here all of my life, I have seen people move in and move out. Hank has spent much of his life here in the town and majority of it in some sort of leadership role whether it was a committee member, town council member or other leadership roles he may have had. He has the best and most experience for this local leadership role. I am happy to know Hank and think others could learn from him. Since Mrs. Foley and Rev. Michael Shannon were not appointed to the board, I do hope they will support Mr. Lowry as a leader in this position. He needs the Ashland District to support him and assist him in this position. I am sure Mrs. Foley and Rev. Shannon will be the first two citizens to set that example for all of us. In conclusion, I wish Sue Forbes Watson all the best. She has been a good leader, but it is time for a change. see LETTERS, pg. 8
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there was no hospital building to support these services. Then in 1928, the children’s hospital building on Brook Road opened. From those humble beginnings, significant advances have been made. From recruiting additional specialists, to establishing new pediatric programs, from groundbreaking research to expansion projects, Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU remains committed to
improving pediatric care in the community. On November 8, 2011 a team of VCU pediatric surgeons successfully completed the separation of 19-month-old conjoined twins Maria and Teresa Tapia of the Dominican Republic. The complex, 20-hour procedure was the first surgery of its kind at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU. Led by Dr. David Lanning, professor in the VCU Department of Surgery and surgeonin-chief, the team was made up of about 45 physicians and pediatric subspecialists who volunteered their time. “Few children’s hospitals in the world today could or would attempt the separation of the conjoined twins that was successfully performed at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU. This should serve as a constant reminder of the commitment to advancing children’s health that has already been made by the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU and our pediatric specialists,” said John Duval, CEO of MCV Hospitals. But the
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU is not resting on its laurels. “Children’s care is a priority for VCU Medical Center, as evidenced by our multiyear investments in the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU,” said Dr. Sheldon Retchin, CEO of the VCU Health System and vice president for VCU Health Sciences. “In the past two years, Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU has increased its pediatric specialists by 20 percent, improving access to care for children in Central Virginia. “In 2008, we opened a critical care hospital, which includes a unique 40bed private room NICU. In 2010, we opened a new pediatric emergency room, the only one in Central Virginia to offer 24-hour access to all pediatric specialists for the care of acutely ill and injured children.” This fall, Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU will break ground on a state-of-the-art ambulatory pavilion for children to meet the growing demand for outpatient services. The new pavilion will include a multistory parking deck, physician clinics and pediatricdedicated imaging and surgical services, among other features to improve care coordination and the patient experience. Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/chrichmond
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I see good things with our current superintendent and glad she is a part of Hanover. I see Hank looking at the entire picture. Being on the School Board is not all about bake sales and PTA. It also is not all about statistics. Dr. Wilson can provide those. It is about the business of education. Therefore, once again, I am glad Hank Lowry was appointed as the Ashland District School Board member. W. Christopher Martin Ashland
Increasing gas tax easier I read with interest the letter to the editor in the June 13, 2012, issue of The Mechanicsville Local sent in by M. Scott Gregg concerning the proposed $1 monthly fee that the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) hopes to charge for operating the transponder program for collecting tolls in Virginia.
Gregg indicates that there are currently 12,000,000 transponders in the Virginia. I find this hard to believe when the Federal Highway Administration’s 2010 Highway Statistics publication reports that there are only a total of 6,148,794 motor vehicles registered in the Commonwealth which includes autos, buses and trucks. This would mean that every vehicle in the state would have to have nearly two transponders each. It would be nice if VDOT could capture $144 million from this program to help in the maintenance and construction of highways in Virginia, but it just is not going to happen. It would be much better and easier just to increase the gas tax, another true user tax, in lieu of tolls to get the much needed funds for our highways. The $1 fee that VDOT proposes would seem to be a logical fee considering the effort required and the benefits to those using the transponders in the ability to rapidly pass through the toll booths and not having to keep change in their vehicles to use the exact change lanes or having to get change
each time they pass through the gence of pregnant women. booths. After all, most pregnant Robert F. McCarty women know they are pregMechanicsville nant and don’t need the state to remind them of this by showing them a picture. Democrats, often criticized for thinking government can fix anything, understand this and In her June 13 letter to The see no need to use the power of Mechanicsville Local, Patricia the state to force doctors to show Lassiter distorts the Democratic them one. Republicans and the position when she says it baffles Party of Small Government, her that “anyone should object apparently, not so much. to a pregnant woman having an R. Stanton Scott ultrasound prior to undergoMechanicsville ing an abortion,� and asks why Democrats would deny ultrasounds to these patients. No Democrat objects to pregnant women undergoing ultrasounds prior to having an I have watched as public abortion, and none would deny budgets have been slashed in their right to do so. an effort to help our strugDemocrats do, however, gling economy. The media are object to the State of Virginia constantly vigilant in reportrequiring it, whether or not ing everything, good and bad. doctor and patient believe it is I realize that nearly all public medically necessary. budgets are suffering. There are As a general matter, Lassiter examples everywhere. correctly notes that more inforBut I have been watching in mation helps people make better horror as the budgets for educadecisions. But her application tion are being cut so drastically. of this principle to mandated This cut alone will be affecting ultrasounds for women seeking our economy for years to come. abortions shows a disrespect for see LETTERS, pg. 15 and lack of faith in the intelli-
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Mechanicsville Lions honored for contribution Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The members of the Mechanicsville Lions Club recently were recognized with a cookout to honor them for their contribution to the Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind Volunteer Council. They contributed funds to purchase commercial grade outdoor furniture for the campus of the Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired (VRCBVI). Thanks to the club’s generosity, there is now an array of sturdy, attractive and accessible outdoor furniture that can be used and enjoyed by students at VRCBVI. Citizens of the Commonwealth who are blind
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Jerry Pochily, president of the Mechanicsville Lions Club, addresses the gathering at the “thank you” cookout.
or vision impaired come to the center for education and training, and some live in the dormitory for months at a time. “Having the furniture is a
true gift to the students, as being outside and enjoying the fresh air and sunshine is a wonderful thing after a long day of classes,” said Melody Roane, director of the VRCBVI. Five tables are on a patio adjacent to the recreation building. Two of the tables are accessible to individuals using wheelchairs, and all tables have large umbrellas to provide shade. Matching commercial grade benches and large trash receptacles also are part of the Lions’ gift. Blind and vision impaired students prepared the food for the cookout, which included skewering shish kabobs, barbecuing hotdogs, preparing salads and fresh fruit. Students also helped serve
and welcome guests. Students at the center are encouraged to participate in social activities along with receiving training in mobility, technology, job-seeking skills, Braille and many other life skills. Speakers at the event included Volunteer Council vice president Liza Bruce, Commissioner of the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired Ray Hopkins, VRCBVI director Melody Roane, student Sandra White, and Mechanicsville Lions Club president Jerry Pochily. As an added surprise, the members of the Mechanicsville Lions Club presented a check for $500 to the Volunteer Council to be used for planting trees on the grounds of the center.
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The Mechanicsville Lions Club contributed funds to the Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind Volunteer Council to purchase commercial grade outdoor furniture for the campus.
International Lions president Wing-Kun Tam has challenged Lions around the world to plant one million trees from July 2011 through June 2012 to demonstrate the strength of the global
Lions network. This donation from the Mechanicsville Lions will both beautify the center and add to the more than nine million trees that have been planted by Lions around the world.
CMS raises funds for heart, cancer groups Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com During their physical education classes on May 17 and 18, Chickahominy Middle School students had the opportunity to participate in one of two fundraisers to benefit the American Heart Association. For the third year, the school has raised money through Dodge for Heart. Added this year was the CMS Relay 4 Life to raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society. “It is safe to say that we will
continue these worthy fundraisers in years to come,” Laurie Hall, CMS physical education teacher, said. Students that participated in the Dodge for Heart fundraiser played dodgeball for their entire physical education period. They raised just over $1,500 for the American Heart Association. They students were recognized on a red heart that was placed in the hallway for everyone to see. The Relay for Life students donated funds in exchange for a paper foot they could write
on to recognize a person that has been affected by cancer. The feet were put on a bulletin board dedicated to the Relay for Life for all to see. Among those recognized were people that have survived cancer, are still living with cancer, and those that have lost their battle with cancer. Each recognition had a particular color foot: survivor was pink, lost the battle with cancer was yellow, and living with cancer was green. There was even a blue foot for those that just wanted to donate to the cause.
“The wall took on a life of its own — its own memorial of sorts,” Hall said. “Some of the messages that were written on the feet would bring a tear to your eye. Even though this was a small tribute, it had a huge affect on our students. Our students raised over $4,000 for cancer research.” When their physical education class met, Hall said the participating students went to the track and walked for 50 minutes. “We were blessed with beautiful weather and Kona Ice,” she
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Chickahominy Middle School students took part in Relay 4 Life to raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society.
added. “Thank you to Kona cause,” Hall said. Ice for being at our 1st Annual “Thank you to all of the stuRelay 4 Life and donating a per- dents and families that donated centage of the proceeds for our to our two causes,” she added.
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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals Perry Leroy Barbee, “Pop”, 73, of Mechanicsville, passed away June 14, 2012. He is survived by the light of his life and companion, Bettye; children, Patricia, Hazel and Calvin; sisters, Audrey, Judy and Rose; brother, Harry; three grandchildren, one great-grandchild; Bettye’s children, Sharon and Vicke; and five grandchildren. The family received friends Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 LeeDavis Rd., where a funeral service was held Wednesday, June 20, 2012. Graveside services were held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Benjamin Ernest Burnett , age 70, passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at his home in Henrico County. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Francis and Mildred Burnett. He is survived by his son, Matthew Burnett; daughter, Rachel Burnett; granddaughters, Lane McDonnell and Marissa
McDonnell; brother, Bill Burnett; and nephew, Michael Burnett. Born in Maysville, Ky., on Sept. 15, 1941, he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from Kenyon College in 1962, followed by a Master of Business Administration from Indiana University. Following these, he worked as a Systems Analyst for the J.C. Penney Corporation in New York, New York, before moving his family to Virginia in the 1960s to work for the Wards Company. Corporate life did not suit his restless and inquisitive nature, and after a few years working for Wards, he decided to open his own retail hardware store in Mechanicsville, Virginia, which prospered until its sale in 1982. Following the sale of the store, he traveled widely throughout the United States and Europe, making friends and memories along the way. Upon completion of these travels and return to Virginia, he pursued a career in commercial real estate as well as his interests in sailing, investing, mentoring, golfing, baking bread, and the !
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Beatrice P. Byrd, 86, of Richmond, died June 17, 2012. She is survived by her daughter, Lauryn Boyd of Richmond; brother, Robert G. Holton of Mississippi; five nephews and three nieces; and was predeceased by her husband of 68 years, Francis L. Byrd. Bea was born and raised in Norfolk and moved to Richmond in 1990. A memorial service will be held on
Saturday, June 30, 2012 at The Church of Epiphany, 8000 Hermitage Road, Richmond, Va. 23228. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association , 4600 Cox Road, Suite 130, Glen Allen, Virginia 23060.
Robert E. Dunn Jr., of Shacklefords, died unexpectedly on June 14, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Shortt Dunn, also of Shacklefords. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert E. and Phyllis Dunn Sr., both of Richmond. He leaves behind two daughters, Lisa Taylor and Stacy McRae; and a son, Robert E. Dunn III; also, a sister, Janet Vaden and her four children; as well as two stepdaughters, Tammy S. Elrod and Sheila M. Norden; 13 grandchildren and one greatgrandchild. Visitation with the family was held on Friday, June 22, 2012 at Bennett Funeral Home in Mechanicsville, Va. A memorial service was held at the same facility on Saturday, June 23, 2012. see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 `
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Charles Linwood Garnett, 88, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2012. He is survived by his son, Gary Garnett; and a granddaughter, Katelin Garnett. A graveside service was held at Washington Memorial Park on Tuesday, June 26, 2012. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. Elizabeth Roberts Waldrip Patton Haggard, 92, a longtime resident of New Orleans, and a recent resident of Heritage Oaks Retirement Community, died June 20, 2012 at Manor Care in Henrico, Lakeside, Va. She was preceded in death by parents, Asa Milton Waldrip and Vida Martha Roberts; sister, Mary Louise Johnson; brother, Edmund Asa Waldrip; husband, Wesley Burton Haggard, a retired U.S. Navy veteran; former spouse, Norvel Lloyd
Patton. She is survived by four children, Suzanne Martha Williams of Frederick, Md., Penelope Gay Warner, son-inlaw, The Rev. David M. Warner of Richmond, Va., Norvel Lloyd Patton Jr. of Hong Kong and Ronald Edmund Patton and daughter-in -law, Chantal Patton of Germany; nine grandchildren, Sheryl Kimerling of Birmingham, Ala., Camille Havelka and Suzanne O’Hara of Cypress, Texas, Gregory Williams of Frederick, Md., William Shuff of Philadelphia, Eric Williams of New York and Meika Pope of Burlingame, Calif., and Christopher and Ben Patton of Germany; and 13 greatgrandchildren. Mrs. Haggard was a 1940 graduate of Charity Hospital School of Nursing in New Orleans and Stephens College in 1976. She retired in 1982 from the VA Hospital in New Orleans and then continued working as a psychiatric nurse, her preferred specialty. She was a member of Shady Grove United Methodist
Church, Mechanicsville. Final arrangements made through the Cremation Society of Virginia.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Audrey and Thomas McCarthy; and his sister, Carolyn Walker. He is survived by his wife, Sherry James Payton Hazelwood A. McCarthy; a daughter, Sara Sr., “Papaâ€?, of Mechanicsville, M. Dickerson (John); a son, Matthew C. McCarthy and passed away June 23, 2012. He fiancĂŠ, Mackenzie Ingram; he was predeceased by his wife, was a beloved Papa to grandLucille Hazelwood; and is surdaughters, Maddison McCarvived by two sons, Jim (Joan) thy and Annalyse Dickerson; and Bill (Ann); six grandchilone sister, Janet Carl (Kevin); dren, Jamie, Joey, Rob and and brother-in- law, James Ray Hazelwood, Bonnie Hill Walker. Ron was an avid fishand Amanda Dean; 13 greaterman, loved NASCAR and grandchildren; and one sister, most of all his four Boykin Lois Loving. He had over 50 Spaniels. He was a Vietnam years in the steel industry. veteran serving in the U.S. The family received friends Navy. He was a respected on Sunday, June 25, 2012 engineering construction and Monday, June 26, 2012 consultant. There will be a at the Monaghan Funeral memorial celebration of Ron’s Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., life on Sunday, July 1, 2012 at Mechanicsville. A graveside 2 p.m. at the Hanover Tavern service was held Tuesday, June on Route 301. Donations may 27, 2012 at Signal Hill Memobe made to the Boykin Spanrial Park. iel Society in Ron’s memory. www.boykinspaniel.org. Ronald E. McCarthy, 60, of Mechanicsville, passed see OBITUARIES, pg. 12 ` away Thursday, June 21, 2012.
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Gertrude Miskimon, “Trudy”, of Mechanicsville, passed away June 20, 2012. She was predeceased by a son, Bartholomeus William Miskimon Sr. and is survived by two daughters, Deborah M. Davis (Jeffrey) and Susan P. Sweder (Leonard); son, Matthew S. Miskimon (Belinda); sister, Angela Lymberg; brother, Bartholomeus Lymberg (Sue); seven grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. The family received friends Friday, June 22, 2012 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville.
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unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 19, 2012, in Mechanicsville, with his family by his side. Tim was born in Sacramento, Calif., to Alice and Rick Rohrer Dorothy E. Robinson, on December 9, 1968. He is 69, of Doswell, departed this life survived by his son, Gavin; June 14, 2012. Remains rest at partner, Heather Magrini; John Paul Patina, 74, of Gordonsville, Va., died Friday, the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, her children, Madelynn and Christian; Gavin’s mother, 600 B St., Ashland. Homegoing June 8, 2012. He is survived Kym Rohrer; mother, Alice services were held Thursday, by his two sons, Michael A. Rohrer; stepmother, Linda Patina and wife, Amy, of Me- June 21, 2012, Jerusalem Baptist Rohrer; father, Rick Rohrer; Church, 16210 Short Cut Rd., chanicsville, Va., Kris Patina sister, Melissa Rohrer; and Doswell. Rev. Dr. E. Richard and wife, Traci, of London, Swan, pastor, officiated. Graveside her son, Eric; brother, Mike England; and one daughter, Rohrer; stepbrother, Bryan Ann P. Sheridan and husband, services were held at Belmont McDaniels; stepbrother, Chris Cemetery. Visit website for full Patrick, of Troy, Virginia; obituary at fedabneyfuneralhome. McDaniels and his family; five grandchildren, Michael, and a host of aunts, uncles, Robert, Elizabeth, Henry and com. nieces, nephews, and cousins. Timothy. A memorial service was held Saturday, June 23, Timothy Mark Rohrer, Tim was a 1989 graduate of Poquoson High School, 2012 at the Gordonsville Pres- “Tim”, aged 43, passed away Poquoson, Va. He had been a resident of the Greater Richmond area for many years. He embraced life, rising to each and every adventure and challenge. Tim was a compassionate, kind, and gentle man, who always offered a hand to others in need. He was an excellent cook who enjoyed
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survived by many nieces and nephews, and was most appreciative of the support she received from many of them in recent years, including Velma Hickman, Frances Ann Cooper, Leah Gibbs, Lee Williams, Brice Williams, Leon Jennette and Fred Smithwick. Stella was born and raised in Sladesville, N.C., where she was a star high school basketball player. She later trained as a nurse and served in many hospitals over the years. She loved needlecrafts, Bridge and was a lifelong gardener. The family would like to thank the staff of Covenant Woods for their care and support of Stella and of her husband, Edwards, over the several years of their residence. A cryptside service was held Friday, June 22, 2012 at the Stella J. Schlieser, 94, Mausoleum Chapel of Holof Hanover County, passed lywood Cemetery. Funeral away June 12, 2012. She was arrangements are being hanpreceded in death by her beloved husband, A. Edwards dled by the Mechanicsville chapel of Bennett Funeral Schlieser; and by her 12 Homes. brothers and sisters. She is
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The 10U Cobras of Mechanicsville recently took some time away from the baseball field to begin their service with the Virginia Department of Transportation’s “AdoptA-Highway” project. Members are shown proudly displaying several bags of trash collected along their newly adopted stretch of AMF Drive in Mechanicsville. “If you happen to see the Cobras out cleaning up along AMF Drive in the months to come, please give them a little space to work, a wave, and a hit from your horn to encourage their service,” Keith Jenkins, coach, said. Shown are, from left, Cole Jenkins, Austin Moody, Nick Burton, Robert Fraley, Kyle Whitlock, Noah Smith, Adam Kelly and Jackson Stewart. Trey Baker and Caleb Grubbs also are members of the team.
Scouts mark 40 years Boy Scout Troop 535, sponsored by the Episcopal Church of the Creator, is celebrating 40 years of service this year. Created in 1972, more than 400 boys have passed through the ranks of this troop. Fiftyone boys have achieved the coveted rank of Eagle Scout. All have enjoyed camping, hiking, canoeing and biking from Maine to Florida and many places in between. To celebrate this milestone, the troop would like to invite all former scouts, leaders and parents to an Open House from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 22, at the Church of the Creator. For more information, contact Emily Gurley, (egurley@ vcu.edu) 382-1666 or Susan Garner, (scoutmom@comcast. net) 387-2351. Photos submitted by Jessie O’Keeffe
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Here in Hanover, the “Gifted and Talented” budget may be cut. These children are our hopes for the future. These are the future graduates who will be our scientists, economists, medical researchers and other leaders in their fields of interest. Do we really want to hold them back? How much will their futures be affected? How much of our future economy will be affected? At the reverse edge, budgets are being cut for learning disabled programs. Are we ready to accept the affects of these students not getting the help they need? Without these programs, these children will be thrust out into a world they will not be able to handle. Frustrations will land many in jails, institutions and on welfare. Are we economically ready to accept that expense? We cannot leave out the rest of the student body who are the majority. Lack of funds to their education will affect the futures of the majority who will be the taxpayers who support the government and most of the commercial businesses in our country and others. How much of our future growth are we willing to sacrifice to these budget slashes? Our standing in educational
DMV 2 Go offers supplemental services The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ mobile customer service center, called DMV 2 Go, will offer supplemental services at the Hanover County DMV Select location for the first time from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today outside the Hanover Government Complex located at 7497 County Complex Road. The full service office provides all DMV transactions, including applying for and renewing driver’s licenses, ID cards and Virginia’s new veteran’s ID card.
standards in the world is already dropping. This will affect our value to the world and the way the world looks as us. Can our economy stand the blows to educating the minds of the future? Jo K. King Mechanicsville
Recent events need comment Two recent events in neighboring areas are troubling and need comment. Once again, the will of the people have been trahsed by the politically correct crowd led by radical liberal activists. The appointment of Tracy Thorne-Begland to be ajudge on the General District Court bench by the Richmond Circuit Court after the General Assembly turned him down
is totally irresponsible and immoral. Why did local media and other liberals openly campaign to ignore the will of the people expressed through the duly elected delegates of the General Assembly? Gov. McDonnell should be ashamed of himself for joining this crowd to disregard the will of the General Assembly. We remember another activist homosexual judge like Begland in California recently who, after hundreds of thousands of voters voted against a same-sex marriage referendum, ruled against the will of the people. Unbelievable that one radical gay activist judge could nullify the will of hundreds of thousands of people. In every single state that same-sex marriage has been
put up for a vote — and that has been over 30 states — the voters have always said that marriage should only be between a man and a woman as ordained by God in The Bible. And, yet, in many of these states, radical liberal activist judges have tried — and many times succeeded — in overturning the will of the voters. Is Virginia setting itself up for the same miscarriage of justice by the slimy appointment of this openly gay activist judge? The second event to comment on is the effort to put a large mosque in a Henrico neighborhood. It has recently been reported that two more mosques are slated to be built in Henrico County. We all know that you walk very softly around Islam and don’t dare criticize anything
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Gandy students read their way to a million minutes By Ben Orcutt for The Mechanicsville Local Pupils at John M. Gandy Elementary School have been reading and reading and reading. In fact, reading specialist Christina Saunders challenged the roughly 315 pupils in grades 3 through 5 at the Ashland school to read collectively for a total of 1 million minutes for the 2011-2012 school year. The kids met the challenge and then some, recently hitting 1,065,000 minutes. Their reward was a bucket football tournament, which was played with some teachers and volunteer parents participating
More than 300 students were challenged to read collectively for 1 million minutes. They hit 1,065,000 minutes.
along with the pupils, who were grouped according to their homerooms. “I thought it was really cool,” said 10-year-old Savannah Wood, who was on the winning team of Joanna Parks’ fourthgrade home room. Savannah said she thinks she read about 2,000 minutes, which she said amounted to about 15 books. Classmate Quayon Yarrell, 10, also enjoyed being on the
winning bucket football team, where the object is to throw a Nerf football into a plastic basket held by a team member while members of the opposing team try to block the attempts. “It was a great day,” Quayon said of the tournament. He also performed well in the reading challenge, reading about 6,500 minutes. His favorite book, he said, was “There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom,” by Louis Sachar. Dylan Flournoy, 9, a fellow team member, also was pleased with how the team fared. “It was awesome,” Dylan Ben Orcutt for The Local said. Joanna Parks’ fourth-grade homeroom at Gandy read the most minutes — 123,000 — and also see READ, pg. 17
won the bucket football tournament.
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Bella Moncure, left, Miss Strawberry, and Little Miss Strawberry Berkley Diana, center, and Kat Dabney, right, Jr. Miss Strawberry, were crowned with a wispy handmade laurel decorated with strawberries and long flowing ribbons and given a star-shaped strawberry scepter with ribbons and a sash. The Strawberry Faire was held June 2 in Ashland.
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Virginia artist to present exhibit at Montpelier Center “Art Journey: An Exhibition of Paintings” by Virginia artist Barbara Duke Jones will be presented July 3-Aug. 29 at The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education at 17205 Mountain Road (U.S. 33) in Montpelier, with an Opening Reception to be held from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 8. Jones’ “Art Journey” includes paintings that represent three themes: “Piedmont Idylls,” “Still Life and Interiors” and “Travel Observations.” Living and working in rural Hanover County, Jones said she experiences daily the natural beauty of the Virginia countryside. While her work is representational, her approach to paint and surface is that of an abstract painter. Her work has received
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Barbara Duke Jones’ “Still Life with Onions” will be featured.
awards in juried art shows on the East Coast. It is included in numerous corporate collections in the U.S and private collections throughout the world. A collaborative Studio Show, “Conversations with Barbara,” will be featured in August at Gallery Flux in Ashland during August. For more information on the gallery, visit www.galleryflux.com. More information on the exhibit can be found by calling 804-883-7378 or visiting www.montpeliercenter.org. The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education is a 501(c)3 nonprofit.
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‘Freedom’s Apostles’ to be presented on Saturday
Hanover’s six solid waste convenience centers and the U.S. 301 Transfer Station will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The convenience centers and transfer station will reopen at their regular times on Thursday, July 5.
The Parsons’ Cause Foundation Inc. will continue the 2012 season with “Freedom’s Apostles – The Trial of the Spotsylvania Baptists” at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 30, at the Historic Hanover Courthouse on Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover.
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Dylan said he read about 3,000 minutes, but he didn’t have a favorite book. “No, they were all really good,” he said. Parks’ class not only was good at bucket football, but the students also registered the most minutes read of any homeroom class at 123,000, according to Saunders. Amanda Sanders’ thirdgrade homeroom class finished second with 119,000 minutes, Saunders added. Just like reading, Parks said, her homeroom pupils were prepared for the bucket football tournament. “They are awesome, but let me tell you,” Parks said, “they strategized and came up with a plan, had a job and stuck to it.” Her pupils also worked hard putting in their reading minutes, Parks said. “They’re readers,” she said. “They read every day and we read in the classroom for 30 to 40 minutes every day, so they’re
readers.” Based on Gandy’s enrollment, if each pupil read for 20 minutes every day, they knew they would hit their millionminute goal, Saunders said. Saunders said the pupils turned in coupons each time they hit 500 minutes for a chance to spin a wheel to claim a prize. This was the first time during her four-year tenure as a reading specialist that pupils at Gandy had taken on a reading challenge, Saunders said. “It is and I think it got the kids really excited about reading and what was really nice,” Saunders said, “some of our reluctant readers really tried to read and it took them awhile, but they hit the 500-minute mark.” Gandy principal Leigh Finch said the reading challenge was successful. “I think it was awesome,” Finch said. “We tried to accomplish two things. We tried to build community in our school and so this was like a common goal and the second thing, they
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Her summer plans also her dad. “I do Just Dance with two dogs. She recently visited but did say she tries to swim, going to the pool and Myrtle The judges are John include playing with her “baby my mom.” When asked about “but I can’t seem to do it.” She Beach, S.C.. Her favorite toys the zoo. “There’s two that I Fibbiani, Sandy Watson and dolls.” She said she “puts them foods, she said, “I love all kinds went to, the Virginia one and goes to the beach and plays in are Barbie dolls. She also has Kellie Watson. of vegetables, cooked carthe sand. She has “just like one in a stroller and rolls them American Girl dolls. the one in New York. I saw a Contestants for Tiny Miss rots, my great-grandmother’s or two” Barbie dolls. She shook around.” She enjoys Busch Scarlett McCauley-Sedloff, giraffe.” She also saw the penwere: homemade macaroni and her head yes when asked if she Gardens, especially the fireguins, and said, “They’re pretty 7, talked her baby sister. “Her Caroline Atkinson, who cheese.” She enjoys amusement cool.” “Broccoli with cheese” is name is Julia and she’s 1 year works and rollercoasters. wears different shoes every will celebrate her 4th birthday Little Miss contestants were: parks, saying, “I go to Kings her favorite food. She also likes old.” She said she does help on June 27, said she planned to time she goes somewhere. Anna Grace Collins, 7, who Dominion and I’m going to Alexis Peele, 3, said she likes chocolate and vanilla ice cream. with her, but when asked about have a “big” party. She said she Her response to summer plans changing diapers, she said, likes to ride the horses “at gran- deer. “I just saw one last night. said she has two dogs, Princess Disney World one day.” Skyla Luzane Fultz, 7, will Minnie Muffin and Princess It was in the woods when we was “Go to the river. Go to my “Not really.” She does feed her ny’s and grandpa’s.” This sumbe a flowergirl in a wedding Cookie Monster. She said she river house. We’re going to the sometimes. “Tomatoes” was mer, she said, she was “going to were driving down the road.” likes princesses and dresses the this summer. She said had her answer to favorite food. She river house and we have a hot play with my horses, my chick- As for food, she is a fan of ens at my grandpa’s house. I get “strawberries out of granddad- dogs. She likes strawberries and gone to California “on a plane.” tub and a pool.” She likes to go also likes pizza. She plans to go plans to go to summer camps. 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meal. She also likes ice cream and cake. “Chocolate, vanilla Continued from pg. 19 b and strawberry” are her favorContributed Report of Medicaid fraud and two to the beach and “have fun.” ite flavors. She plans to go to news@mechlocal.com summer camp and go to the counts of obtaining money She said she has a doll house. pool. She likes her Barbie dolls by false pretenses, all of “It’s kind of a big one.” She Investigators with the Hanover County and has “a lot” of them. which are felonies. Shortly plays with Barbie dolls. Sheriff ’s Office have arrested Martha A. Nicholas, Julia Reid, 5, plans to play thereafter, Nicholas was Isabella Ogden, 7, went to 42, of the 9400 block of Stone Spring Drive in soccer in school. When asked Busch Gardens with her cousin arrested by the Sheriff ’s Mechanicsville on five felony indictments in conabout her favorite food, she Office and transported to Eva and they rode the rollernection to an ongoing fraud investigation. said, “S’ghetti.” This summer, coaster. She likes tossed salad Pamunkey Regional Jail in The investigation was initiated by the Sheriff ’s she said she will “go to the park with ranch dressing. She also Hanover County. Office in April 2011 after receiving an anonywith my daddy or my babies Nicholas is free on likes macaroni and cheese and mous tip indicating that Nicholas was falsely and my mom. We go look at peeled shrimp. Her summer NICHOLAS bond pending an arraignclaiming to have cancer. the slides. We go to the river. plans include swimming in the ment at 9 a.m. today in On Tuesday, June 19, Nicholas was indicted pool. She has a doll named Fat We go in our pool and catch by a Hanover County grand jury on three counts Hanover County Circuit Court. fish.” She said she likes to play Baby. dress-up as “firefighters and Madelyn Powell, 6, likes ballerinas and princesses.” to build snowmen. She said Watson asked her about fireshe built one this year. “It was bigger than my dad.” She takes fighting. “Do you have a hose?” “Yes, ma’am, I spray my daddy.” gymnastics. “I do cartwheels She likes ice cream. “The twist, and jump on the trampoline with sprinkles on it.” “After we and I do handstands.” She likes shrimp, “but they have to go to the river, we can go on the boat to go on the beach.” be very, very, very spicy.” She Peyton Reyes, 6, likes also likes crabs, pickles and ice cream, especially chocolate camping. Her favorite food is “tomatoes.” She also likes chip ice cream. She plans to spaghetti. “I went to Kings go to Nags Head and “play in Dominion. I rode the Hurler the pool every day and I’m going to go to the beach.” “My and Scrambler.” When asked American Doll” is her favorite if she screamed on the rides, toy. “I like to go hunting [with she said, “Only on the Hurler.” American Girl Dolls are her her father] deer and turkey.” The Festival has been attended by more than 40,000 visitors favorite toys. She also has a She said she has her own bow in the past, with 200+ arts and crafts vendors. The festival teddy bear named Michael. and practices with a target. takes place July 14th at Pole Green Park. The Mechanicsville Local Corinne Verlander, 5, plays When she goes hunting, she will distribute copies of this special section to visitors from our booth said she wears “boots and a lot cars with her little brother. She at the festival and mail it to over 29,000 households. likes tacos. This summer she of clothes.” plans to go camping and swimLeah Marie Ramey, 6, said she likes to eat carrots and oat- ming. “My Easy Bake Oven” Advertisers, this is the perfect opportunity
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is her favorite toy. She likes to bake cookies and cupcakes. She also likes to play with Barbies. “I like to sing.” She said a favorite song is “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star.” Mackenzie Westfall, 6, said, “I play in the pool with grandma,” when asked about summer activities. She also said her grandmother takes her shopping “to get toys.” She likes pizza, cereal and vegetables. Camping at the beach tops her summer plans. “We play in the water in the ocean. I like to make sand castles.” She also said she likes to play Barbies and plays school as the teacher. Katie Bendle, 5, has a dog “Holly,” a dachshund. This summer she plans to “go to the pool and we play and I like to catch lightning bugs.” She also likes to make mud pies. “I dump them out [after she makes mud pies].” Her favorite toy is “my dog Holly.” She dresses her up like “a firefighter.” She also likes to go to the beach, where she digs and makes sand castles. Her favorite food is strawberry breakfast pastry. The Hanover Tomato Festival is presented by the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Hanover County Parks & Recreation, The Herald-Progress and The Mechanicsville Local.
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Boutique style bookstore opens on Bell Creek Road Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Books, Beads and More has opened at 8324 Bell Creek Rd. #100 in Mechanicsville. The small boutique style bookstore offers 32 full cases filled with used paperback and hardback copies of America’s favorite literary gems, including children, mystery, paranormal, Western, true crime, cookbooks, romance, chapter books, step books, young adult fiction, and Christian. DVDs and CDs also are available. Sisters Erin Schilling and Dr. Kelly Hagan, who own Books, Beads and More, offer hand-
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Hanover High School Graduating Class of 2012 (Editor’s note: Unfortunately, the list of graduates for Hanover High School included in last week’s special commencement supplement was from 2010. Officials with Hanover County Public Schools have expressed their apologies for the error in submission. The lists are provided to The Mechanicsville Local by the Hanover County School Board’s Central Office, which coordinates directly with the schools.) Alisha Summer Afsharie
Harley Madison Cully
Aaron Kendall Hall
Hailey Elizabeth Kitchen
Shavon Alexis Parker
Kenneth Lloyd Spurlock, Jr.
Brittany Paige Allen
Daina Pauline Cummings
Ashley Renee Hall
Samantha Pearl Kline
Taielir William-Raymond Parsons
Kayla Ann Stanard
Ross Jordan Althizer
Adrienne LaShawn Dandridge
Lindsay Ryland Hall
Joshua Austin Knestaut
Krishna Patel
Madison Elizabeth Stanley
Hannah Christine Andrzejewski
Kirsten Laine Daniels
Shawn William Hamlin
Elek Earl Kondakor
Ian Randolph Patterson
Laurel Valentina Stegeman
Shawn Michael Anson
Joanie Letha Davenport
Kyle Andrew Hammond
Bailey Ann Lambert
Justin Alan Payne
Christina Alexandra Stephens
Kaitlyn Marie Archer
Jalil Ra’Jit Davis
Kyle Elaine Hammond
Nathan Scott Landers
Courtney Evelyn Pearce
Kaytlyn Brooke Stewart
Briar Mackenzie Attkisson
Jordan Kayla Davis
Randall Dallas Hardy
Collin Alexander Landrum
Madison Elizabeth Peay
Ashley Blair Stramaglia
William Robert Atwood
Malcolm Calvin Davis
John Ryan Hare
Shannon Nicole Lane
Tyler William Peck
Carly Lewis Stratton
Grace Louise Aylor
James Robert Dawson, III
Paige Nicole Hargrave
Michael Townsend Langford
Mario Fiore Piccolomini
Alexander Lee Taddiken
Kelly Victoria Balderson
Kristen Michelle de Barros
Kendall LeAnne Harper
Scott Lawrence Lata
Joshua Stanley Pittman
Michael Keith Talley
Latesha Olivia Banks
Nicole Amani Debnam
Christopher John Harper, Jr.
Rachel Leighann Laux
James David Poyer
Rosalia Benedetta Taormina
Mallory Jeanette Banton
Ann Chapman DeRusha
John T. Harrell
Oliver Cedric Lawrence, Jr.
Julia Rose Poyer
Jordan Wesley Tatro
Demi Anne Barber
Christopher Cody Dickinson
Austin Gregory Harris
Jacob Kyle Lee
Joshua Samuel Press
Erika Marie Taylor
Jonnie Louise Barden
Colin Bruce Dillard
Joshua Robert Harris
Khalil Wilson Lemons
Sydney Brett Prezioso
Nicholas R. Taylor
Erica Akiko Barrett
Austin Thomas Edward Dodd
Kayla Michelle Harris
Aaron Robert Lindsey
Benjamin James Price
Benjamin Nathaniel Tehan
Malcolm Jamal Becton
Joshua James Donohue
Rebekah Ann Harris
Taylor Ann Liptak
Benjamin Scott Pruett
Ben Cole Tetrault
Martin Jamir Becton
Justin A. Dore
Bradley T. Harris, Jr.
Hunter Moore Locks
Rachel Katherine Rack
Jessica Helen Tharp
Kimberley Marie Beiter
Mariah Kristan Douglas
Mitchell Aaron Hart
Bryant Michael Lowry
Shealor Ann Raikes
Joniesha Jonay Thomas
Abby Gail Bellows
Julia Marie Dry
Rachel Victoria Haupt
Steven Joseph Mack
Erin Ashley Reaves
Micah Fae Thomas
Amanda Michelle Blankenship
Elizabeth Ellen Duke
Robert Lynn Haworth, Jr.
Logan Taylor Majewski
Zachary Alexander Reed
Noah Alexander Thomas
Laurajane Blaser
Patrick E. Dwyer
Erica Lynn Hess
Jesse Burton Marshall
John Henry Reeves, IV
Shakia Rene’ Thomas
Samantha Louise Blizzard
Elizabeth Rose Easter
Shanna R. Hodges
Kelsey Noelle Martin
Dylan Braxton Renick
Stephanie Kay Thompson
Jordan Elizabeth Blount
Kaitlin Michelle Easter
Cameron Allan Holl
Sarah Alyssa Martin
Berkeley Jean Robinson
Rashard DeMonté Thornton
Benjamin James Blunt
Todd Whitman Edstrom
Nicholas Hunter Holloman
Shayna Renée Maust
Brittany Leahann Robinson
Leah Brooke Throckmorton
Emily Anne Bogaev
Katherine Lauren Elam
Brittany Amber Holloway
Margaret Olivia Mayes
Laura Catherine Rodman
Hannah Paige Tibbett
Tim Anthony Corpus Bonjoc
Brittney Ann Ellett
Darian Perry Holmes
Savanna Leigh McGann
Diamond Nicole Rogers
Christopher Michael Tignor
Travis Michael Borkey
Matthew David Elliott
Walker Page Holmes
Kaitlyn Rebecca McGhee
Sadé Lavina Rogers
Tanner Edward Tinsley
Joseph Hunter Bradford
Mark Allen Ellis, Jr.
Shelby Lane Hooe
Spencer Brian Menditto
Auguste Amelia Rohle
Andrew Stephen Toms-Lucy
Deborah Taylor Lewis Bray
Charles Thomas England
Meredith Ann Hopper
John Michael Midyette
Hernando Rojas
Aaron Keith Torok
Maurice Juwan Brooks
Zachary Daniel Erb
Joelle Yvonne Howard
Alice Barrett Miller
Sierra Marie Rozsahegyi
Megan Elizabeth Tripp
Meagan Jessica Brown
Tayler Christine Essigman
Bryant Norman Howland
Kara Brooke Millner
Courtney Leigh Ryan
Katelyn Lorraine Trussell
Courtney Annette Browning
Olivia Brooks Faber
Angela Kay Huckstep
Justin Michael Molter
Logan Nathaniel Ryan
Barbara Maria Valentine
Kendall Martin Burgess
Lauren Renée Faison
Sara Gatewood Hudson
Courtney Moody
Michael Boyd Sale, Jr.
Nathan Brandon Van Buskirk
Deanna Rachel Burroughs
Thomas Bradley Farber
Griffin Quinn Hundley
Connor Rose Moore
Matthew Alexander Santucci
Anna K. VanHuss
Lynnse Leanne Caler
Sarah Jewell Faust
Thomas John Hurst
Juliana Franck Anderson Moore
Sara Michelle Scarborough
Carter Alderson VanHuss
Jarrett Alexander Carter
Jessica Anne Flagg
Neilsen Clarke Inge
Mallory Lynne Moore
Catherine Lindsay Schumacher
Emma I. Vicenti
Nicholas Patrick Carter
Robert Conner Flinchum
Kevin Solis Inocencio
Robert Lee Moore
Mackenzie Lee Scott
Kristen Loraine Walls
Walker Ross Caskie
Samuel Artrip Flournoy
Ashley Sara Ireland
Danielle Nicole Morris
Emily Rachel Seal
Rachel Sue Walters
Addison Victoria Chenault
Jacob Matthew Forkey
Cecil Kamal Jackson
Destiny Nicole Morris
Mallori Ryann Seelmann
Jordan Rae Warner
Shay Lynn Chenault, Jr.
Andrew Tyler Foxwell
Ebonee Sheree Jackson
Mary Jane Morris
Jonathan James Seidita
Austin Nathaniel Wash
Christopher Bryant Childress
Christian Tyler Franklin
Adam S. Johnson
Jay Christopher Moss, Jr.
Gabrielle Jenine Sergi
Adam Joseph Watkins
Alexander Jennings Clark
Aaron Alexander Frisbie
Jessica Lyn Johnson
Tyler Lee Mull
Jared Charles Shanks
Melanie Marie Watkins
DeVante´ Montel Clark
Charles Edwin Frise
Martin Lewis Johnson, III
Rudy John Muradian
Tyler McLain Shannon
Daniel Scott Watson
Madelyn Hope Clark
Justin Taylor Fulwider
James Catesby Jones
Lucas Scott Nachman
Raven Angelica Sharrieff
Dylan Michael Watson
Amber Noelle Cleveland
William Chase Garnett
Amber Nicole Keller
Taylor Maxwell Napier
Roger Lee Shepherd, III
Alayshea Cheyenne Webb
Evan Lewis Coldiron
Frederick Lyndon-Tyler German
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Catherine Elizabeth Newman
Kyle Meredith Simon
Virginia Ann Webster
Lydia Lewis Coleman
Savannah Marie Giannasi
Mayoula Lindzey Keosombath
Thomas Jeffer Newton
George Slavov
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Ashley Nicole Collins
Tabitha Rose Gibson
Lauren Blake Kesler
Samuel Denver Nowlin
Tyler M. Slayton
Kelsi Rae West
Lindsey Paige Conley
Matthew Scot Glore
Ellis Carl Kessler
Joseph Bradley Oliva
Kelsie Lee Smith
Nicholas A. White
Taylor Lindsey Coombs
Julia Lorraine Graham
Johnna Michelle Marie Keyser
Cameron Michael Ostrander
Shannon Lee Snare
Halee Nicholle Winston
Christina Marie Cox
Sarah Margaret Grammer
Anthony Munir Khoury
William Alan Overby, III
Spencer Cole Snider
Abigail Lyn Wisner
Madison Victoria Cox
McKenzie Caitlin Gray
Mara Michele Kiger-Nelson
Matthew David Palmen
Patrick Tyler Sorey
Taylor Nichole Woolard
Brenna Jean Crawford
Amber Marie Grealish
Tim Earle Killough
Julie Lynn Palmer
Travis Lee Southworth
Adam Nathaniel Worley
Kaitlin Diana Crawford
Ashley Louise Gregory
Geoffrey Kyle King
Kristen Hudgins Palmer
Angelique Nikole Sparacio
Taylor Elise Worton
Xavier Marquis Crocker
Lee Michael Grider
Xavier Marquis King
Justin Edward Palmore
Tylor Justin Sparow
Coleman Thomas Wright
Shianna Kapryce Crumbley
Joshua Robert Hadley-Goggin
Erin Jane Kinsley
Ashley Elizabeth Parker
Blake Preston Spiers
Robert Bracey Wright
Chandler Grace Culley
Taylor Joseph Hall
Shawna Madison Kirby
Jessica Erin Parker
Roy A. Sprouse
Helen Mariah Yorke
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Jeff Roberson, right, reached the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania on Wednesday, June 20, with five other University of Virginia Jefferson Scholars. He is the son of Stewart and Leslie Roberson of Hanover County. Jeff is a graduate of Atlee High School.
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Matthew, who said he just finished studying about the Civil War in school, was equally impressed by the Gaines’ Mill event. “It’s pretty cool,” Matthew said. “It’s not something you see every day.” Peggy Loos of Williamsburg, who works for the National Park Service, attended Saturday’s event. “I thought it was great,” she said of the battle re-enactment. “I’m in the administrative department and so I don’t get out on the actual battlefields much so it’s really nice to get out here and see all the things that I hear about all the time.” Penny Loukakos of
Woodbridge spoke in a similar vein. “I thought it was awesome,” she said. “I loved it. It’s wonderful to just step back into history and understand what really happened and how it’s so different than what we expect a war to be or a battle to be and just kind of see what’s going on and to understand the political aspect of it and then the actual tactical aspects of it.” Michael Clarke of Frederick, Md., is a member the Liberty Rifles, a re-enactors group that portrayed Company H of the 4th Texas on Saturday. Clarke said he and his comrades do think about what it was like to charge up a hill like
the one at Gaines’ Mill and reenact a battle where so many lost their lives. “And honestly, sometimes you get a better feeling of that just with the solitude of being on the battlefield and original ground and being by yourself and being able to contemplate it, but it adds like a physical component to it that you don’t necessarily get if you’re just on the battlefield by yourself,” Clarke said. “I think all of us are constantly kind of, in our head we have our own idea of what we think it was like and I think we probably don’t even get close to what it was really like, but I
suppose a vain attempt to try and understand and make a connection with the research and the education that we’re doing here.” Cold Harbor resident Hilliary Turner, who portrayed a civilian who lived at the time of the Battle of Gaines’ Mill, also enjoyed participating in the living history. “This does mean everything because Gaines’ Mill has always been my favorite battlefield and the Gaines family has always been my inspiration, so to be here for the anniversary is especially quite moving,” Turner said. “It gives me chills.”
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Squad); and Chiquitta Harris of Patrick Henry (West Hanover). Fire Chief Fred Crosby welcomed the graduates to “the brotherhood and sisterhood” and expressed his great pride in them. “As we get older we start to wonder if our young people hold the same values as we held dear,” Crosby said. “You have proven that you do.” The keynote speaker at
the graduation ceremony was Battalion Chief Kevin Bartal of the Henrico Fire Department. A Lee-Davis graduate, Bartal began volunteering with the Mechanicville VFD in 1983. He urged the graduates to “strive to be the go-to crews . . . then you are heading in the right direction in your career.” Bartal stressed the virtues of courage, commitment and professionalism and noted that public service would have its great highs and lows. “You will have some of the best days of your life and you will have some of the worst days of your life,”
he said. The High School Firefighter/EMS program is offered by Hanover Fire/EMS through its’ partnership with J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and Hanover Public Schools. The graduates earned college credit and their registration fees and books for related classes at JSRCC were paid for by Hanover Fire/EMS. The graduation ceremony was held at Hanover High School. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.
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SALLY BROOKE SMITH and TIMOTHY SCOTT SANDERS to be married October 2012
Thomas and Kathryn Smith of Mechanicsville, are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sally Brooke Smith to Timothy Scott Sanders of Scotch Plains, N.J., son of Robert and Lynn Sanders. The bride-to-be is a 2003 graduate of Lee-Davis High School. Sally completed her undergraduate and Master’s Degree at James Madison University in 2007 and 2008 as a member of the Division I softball team. The bride works for Hanover County Public Schools as a Special Education teacher. The groom-to-be graduated from Scotch Plains - Fanwood High School in 2003. Tim also completed his undergraduate and Master’s Degree at James Madison University in 2008 and 2009 while being a dedicated member of the Marching Royal Dukes. The groom works for Henrico County Public Schools as a Special Education teacher, specializing in autism. The couple met while teaching together and after many adventures the groom proposed on July 13, 2011. The couple’s wedding is planned for October 2012 at Cross Keys Vineyard in Mt. Crawford, Va.
ANNA MARIE BOGGS and JONATHAN RAY FERRELL to be married July 2012
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Wayne Boggs are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Anna Marie Boggs, of Charlotte N.C., to Jonathan Ray Ferrell, son of Carolyn Ferrell Stewart of Mechanicsville. Anna is a graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor Associate Degree in Elementary Education and Reading K-12. Anna is currently employed as a kindergarten teacher in Greenville, NC. Ray is a 2007 graduate of Lee-Davis High School and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He is currently employed with Namco as an IT Support Specialist in Tarboro, NC. A July 2012 wedding is planned.
Barksdale and Theatre IV to merge to form Virginia Repertory Theatre Effective July 1, Barksdale Theatre and Theatre IV, two nonprofit theaters, will formally merge under the name Virginia Repertory Theatre (Virginia Rep). With a budget exceeding $5 million, four distinct venues and an annual audience of more than 550,000, Virginia Rep will become the largest professional theater and one of the largest performing arts organizations in Central Virginia along with the Richmond Ballet, Richmond Symphony, and the Virginia Opera.
Barksdale and Theatre IV celebrated the announcement and the unveiling of the new Virginia Rep sign on Sunday, May 20, at the November Theatre (formerly the Empire Theatre) in Richmond. Virginia Rep will transition into the new organization between May 20 and July 1. With 47 full time employees and more than 400 parttime and contracted actors, teaching artists, administrative personnel and production staff, Virginia Rep provides consistent employment to
many of the area’s finest professional theater artists and is Central Virginia’s only professional theater to perform under a seasonal contract with Actors’ Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers. Annual mainstage productions total more than 450 performances on four stages and the touring arm reaches more than 400,000 students annually in Virginia and 32 states. According to external calculations by Virginians for the
Arts in 2008, the combined economic impact of Barksdale and Theatre IV exceeds $23 million, the largest of any independent arts organization in Central Virginia. Managing director Phil Whiteway said the process has been years in the making. “We are thrilled to finally bring our two theaters together. The merger reflects the real impact that our organizations make on the Central Virginia community and creates a more efficient and sustainable non-
profit structure, eliminating duplication and positioning us for national funding. Our new single identity with a common website and messaging better serves all our constituents and establishes a clear continuum of programming for children, families, schools and adults.” Bruce Miller, artistic director for Virginia Rep, said the mission of Virginia Rep will not change. “While the merger positions the theater as a more solid, forward thinking organization, our artistic goals
have not wavered. We will continue to provide high quality theatre that speaks to us artistically and appeals to the entire Richmond community, including new works, dramas, musicals, children’s theater, comedies and classics. Our commitment to produce art for the community’s sake has only been elevated and we are more dedicated than ever to enhancing our community through theater arts and outreach.” The new website is www. va-rep.org.
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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, June 27 The Pamunkey Regional Library Board of Trustees will meet at the King and Queen Branch Library at 8:30 a.m. The library is located at 450 Newton Rd., St. Stephens Church, Va. 23148. This meeting is open to the public.
Sept. 5 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. (except July 4). Special Market Day July 4 – 8-11 a.m. There is parking available in the church parking lot.
Thursday, June 28 Blue Sky Puppets: “Goldy Bear and the Three Locks, Readin’ and Dreamin’ Big!” at the Hanover Branch Library at 10 a.m. For more information call (804) 365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive.
Farmers’ Market to be held at New Highland Baptist Church located at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville. Multiple local growers bringing you their fruits, vegetables, herbs, plants, cut flowBlue Sky Puppets: “Goldy ers, meats, eggs, honey, and baked Bear and the Three Locks, goods. Every Wednesday through Readin’ and Dreamin’ Big!”
at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 7 p.m. For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.
p.m. at Friday Night Kids Club. Tonight we’re playing hide n’ seek (well…sort of…) Parents: Drop your kids off at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. For more info call 746-5081 or visit www.walnutFriday, June 29 Blue Sky Puppets: “Goldy grovebaptist.com. Bear and the Three Locks, Are you a caregiver in need Readin’ and Dreamin’ Big!” at of resources? Caring Health the Atlee Branch Library at 1 p.m. For more information call Alternatives (Uncle Norm’s 559-0654 or visit the library at Place) is having a caregiver resource fair from 11-1 p.m. 9161 Atlee Road. at RxConnex Pharmacy in Walnut Grove Church hosts Ashland. The event will have a free event for children ages local agencies and care provid4 – grade 5 from 6:30–8:30 ers offering information on
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at 564-5929. We also are selling tickets for are crab feast for $30 for adult and $10 for children 12 and under. Its all You-CanEat and Drink. Music by The Everwilde Band, Please No coolers allowed. All Proceeds will go to Frog Level Volunteer Rescue Squad.
Gospel Music 7:30-9 p.m. at Hanover Tavern as they present “A Frog Level Vol. Rescue Journey Through Gospel Music” Squad is Seeking Vendors for With The Village of Faith Choir. our crab Feast from 12-5 p.m. Featuring Minister of Music Jason Please Contact Phyllis Harris see CALENDAR, pg. 31 ` at 982-9316 or Geraldine Jones
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Baxter and Director of Drama Valerie Davis. Tickets are $10. Reserve your tickets today by calling 537-5050. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. music starts at 7:30 p.m. For more information see www.hanovertavern.org. A free public performance of Freedom’s Apostles—The Trial of the Spotsylvania Baptists will be presented at 11 a.m. at the historic Hanover Courthouse (Rt. 301/Hanover Courthouse Road). In Colonial Virginia there was but one established, government-supported religion – The Church of England. But religious dissenters began to test the system. In 1768, Patrick Henry defended three preachers who faced imprisonment for publicly proclaiming the Gospel at the Upper Spotsylvania Meeting House. His defense helped paved the way for the passage of Virginia’s Statute for Religious Freedom. Freedom’s Apostles is a reenactment of Henry’s defense of the Baptists. Call 837-4900 for more information.
Sunday, July 1 Hanover Humane Society will hold a cat adoption stand at the Virginia Center PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www.hanoverhumanesociety. org for available animals and additional adoption information.
Tuesday, July 3 Happy Birthday, America at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate America’s birthday with stories, songs, and crafts. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.
Wednesday, July 4 The Friends Of The Library would like to notify everyone that “The July 4th Book Sale” will be
held this year in the Community Room at The Richard Gillis Library on the tracks in Ashland. We will also have tables set-up on the sidewalk in front of the Library as well. Just look for the Red, White and Blue Balloons. Also don’t forget to bring your gently used VHS, Tapes, Books on Tape, CD’s, Paper Backs - all sizes, Textbooks with Workbooks, Hardbacks, Childrens Books, and Coffee Table Books. The hours of the sale are 10-2 p.m.
at 7:30 p.m. nightly! There will be guest speakers each night! There will be a picnic from 12-6 p.m. on Saturday July 14, 2012. Please call 769-1192 or Hanover Humane Society email cfm23086@yahoo.com will hold a dog adoption stand for more information and at the Ashland Walmart from directions. 11-2 p.m. Please visit www. Wildlife Center of Virginia: hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and addi- “Whoo’s Awake in the Night?” tional adoption information. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 4 p.m. Learn how creatures of the night use Sunday, July 8 There will be a blood drive amazing adaptations to thrive from 12-2:30 p.m. at New Bethesda in the dark and how our Baptist Church located at 9019 actions during the day affect New Bethesda Rd. Virginia Blood those who stay up all night. services desperately needs blood For more information call during this holiday week. Call the 746-9615 or visit the library church office at 779-2101 for fur- at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place. ther information. visit www.hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information.
Hanover Humane Society will partner with the Hanover Arts and Activities Center for the annual July 4 Activities in the Town of Ashland on Center Street. The event will feature a July 4 Parade with a Patriotic Pet Brigade; the parade line-up begins at 10:15 a.m. A Patriotic Pet Costume Contest Hanover Humane Society will will be held at 11:45 a.m. Please hold a cat adoption stand at the visit www.hanoverhumanesociety. Virginia Center PetSmart store org for additional information. from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional Thursday, July 5 Wear your red, white, and blue adoption information. and join us at 10 a.m. for our monthly “Sing-A-Long” at Salem Monday, July 9 Presbyterian Church (Studley Register for Vacation Bible Road). We will be celebrating the School at New Highland birthday of our country and sing- Baptist Church. Come join us ing all of the patriotic favorites. for Sky - Where Everything Hymn of the Month is “America, is Possible With God! July the Beautiful”. Light refreshments 9-13 from 9-12 p.m. Ages 4 provide a time of fellowship. through 5th grade. Register online through July 3 at www. newhighlandbaptist.org (click Friday, July 6 It’s game on as Walnut Grove the VBS link) or call 550-9601. Church hosts a free event for 9200 New Ashcake Road, children ages 4 – grade 5 from Mechanicsville, Va. 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Friday Night Wildlife Center of Virginia: Kids Club. Parents drop your kids off tonight at 7046 Cold “Whoo’s Awake in the Night?” Harbor Rd. For more info call at the Atlee Branch Library at 746-5081 or visit www.walnut- 7 p.m. Learn how creatures of the night use amazing adaptagrovebaptist.com. tions to thrive in the dark and how our actions during the Saturday, July 7 Hanover Humane Society day affect those who stay up will hold a dog adoption stand at all night. For more informaits facility at 12190 Washington tion call 559-0654 or visit the Highway in Ashland from 9-12 library at 9161 Atlee Road. p.m. Cat adoption stands will Christian Fellowship be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart Ministries will be hosting their stores from 11-3 p.m. Please annual Tent Revival! Services start Monday July 9-15, 2012
Thursday, July 12 Cake Decorating for Tweens at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 7 p.m. Learn basic cake decorating techniques and decorate your own personal-sized cake to take home Pre-registration required. Supplies provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information call 7469615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.
org for available animals and additional adoption information.
Monday, July 16 Computer Basics I at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 9 a.m. Learn the parts of the computer, how to use a mouse, and try out some basic computer tasks. You must call 746-9615 or visit the library to sign up for this class. For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.
Friday, July 13
We’re Best Friends Forever (BFF) at Friday Night Kids Club! Walnut Grove Church welcomes children ages 4 – grade 5 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. for this free event at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. For more info call Tuesday, July 10 746-5081 or visit www.walThe King William nutgrovebaptist.com. Democratic Committee will hold its monthly meeting at Saturday, July 14 6:30 p.m. at the Pamunkey How to Use OverDrive eBooks Baptist Association Center, at the Mechanicsville Branch 18627 King William Library at 10 a.m. Find out more Road, directly across from about the library’s new eBook and Acquinton Elementary audiobook lending service with School. Membership is free, OverDrive. You can try out your and new members are wel- eReader, tablet, smartphone, or come! For information, go to other device and get answers to www.kwdems.org or call 804- your questions. You must call 450-0346. 746-9615 or visit the library to
Movie Mania at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 3 p.m. All ages. See a great movie on the big screen. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place. Teen Movie, Munchies, and More at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 5:30 p.m. See a great movie on the big screen with your friends. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.
sign up for this class. For more Tuesday, July 17 Visit StarLab at the Atlee information call 746-9615 or visit Wildlife Center of Virginia: the library at 7461 Sherwood Branch Library at 11 a.m. StarLab is a portable planetari“Whoo’s Awake in the Night?” at Crossing Place. um where you can examine the the Hanover Branch Library at 10 a.m. Learn how creatures of the Hanover Humane Society stars and constellations in the night use amazing adaptations to will hold a dog adoption stand at night sky. For more information thrive in the dark and how our its facility at 12190 Washington call 559-0654 or visit the library actions during the day affect those Highway in Ashland from 9-12 at 9161 Atlee Road. who stay up all night. For more p.m. Cat adoption stands will be information call 365-6210 or visit held at the Mechanicsville and Wednesday, July 18 the library at 7527 Library Drive. Virginia Center PetSmart stores Hanover Humane Society from 11-3 p.m. Please visit www. will hold a veterinary Wellness Farmers’ Market to be held hanoverhumanesociety.org for Clinic at its facility at 12190 at New Highland Baptist Church available animals and additional Washington Highway in located at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. adoption information. Ashland. The clinic provides rouin Mechanicsville. Multiple local tine vaccines, heartworm testing, growers bringing you their fruits, Sunday, July 15 and other preventive services. vegetables, herbs, plants, cut flowHanover Humane Society The clinic does not treat sick or ers, meats, eggs, honey, and baked will hold a cat adoption stand injured animals. The clinic begins goods. Every Wednesday through at the Virginia Center PetSmart at 4 p.m. and concludes at 5:45 Sept. 5 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. There store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit p.m. No appointments. Please visit is parking available in the church www.hanoverhumanesociety. see CALENDAR, pg. 42 ` parking lot.
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MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES INDEPENDENT BAPTIST
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Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com
Mechanicsville Christian Center: Sundays 9am & 11am; Small Groups throughout the week; Students - Sun. & Thurs. nights. 8061 Shady Grove Rd. (804)746-4303 www.mccag.org
Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170
DISCIPLES OF CHRIST Trinity Christian Church 8469 Atlee Road, 746-4838 Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Nursery Provided Dr. Rick Harrison, Pastor Helen Simpson, LCSW, Associate Pastor Donna Lewis, Director of Music www.trinitychristianchurch.com
EPISCOPAL ALL SOULS CHURCH Worshiping at 9:30am, the 2nd, 3rd,& 4th Sundays at Cool Spring School, 9964 Honey Meadows Rd., The Rev. Amelie Allen Wilmer, Vicar, 804-559-9302, www.allsoulsva.org Immanuel Episcopal Welcomes You! 779-3454 3263 Old Church Rd. Sun 9&11am Holy Eucharist. Education for all ages at 10am. Nursery 10-12. Refreshments after 11am service. immanueloc.org St. Paul’s Episcopal Church , Rte 301 & 54, Hanover Courthouse, VA 23069, Fall/Winter Schedule: Sunday Service will be at 8am & 10:30am with coffee hour after both services. A nursery is available for infants & toddlers at the 10:30am service. Rev. Jack Sutor 537-5516. stpaulshanover.org
The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered, Biblically Focused 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 10:00 am Holy Eucharist Nursery provided @ 10:00 am www.creatorfamily.net email: creatorcontact@comcast.net
INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Hanover Baptist Church ( 3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall). Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club. Family oriented & God-centered. Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior. 798-7190 www.hbcva.org LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295. "The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter. Find out more on our web: landmarkbaptistrichmond.org
MECHANICSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN Atlee & Signal Hill Rd. Nancy Clark, Interim Pastor 746-5496 www.mechpres.org Sunday Schedule: 9 am Contemporary 9:45 am Education 11 am Traditional
Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11am, Contemporary 9:30am, Bible School ay 8:15, 9:30am & 11am. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Mike Langley, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Mike Campbell, Youth Minister; Rose Williams, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org
Meadowbridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7400 Antique Lane Mechanicsville, Saturday Services: Sabbath School, 9:30am. Worship Service 11am. Wed. evening Prayer Meeting & Kids Clubs for Children of all ages, 7pm. Church phone #746-2788
Pole Green Church of Christ 8319 Lee Davis Rd. 746-3376, 9am Sunday School; 10am Morning Worship; 7pm Wednesday Bible Study 746-3376 Senior Minister, E. L. Jones www.pgchurchofchrist.com
Black Creek Baptist Church , 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday School, 9am; Worship 10:15am (Nursery prov.); Wed. night prayer service 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Children in Action, Preschool to 5th grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Rev. John Johnson. Youth Pastor, Reverend Craig Secor. Church 781-0330. www.blac kcreek.org
LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 www.mlcas.org Sunday Service- 8:15 & 10:45am, Sun. School 9:30. Preschool for 3 -5 yr olds. Child Care 7am-6pm St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor; Sunday School 9:15am, Worship Service 10:30am, Nursery Available.
Hanover Church of the Nazarene 8391 Atlee Rd, (hanoverlife.com) Atlee Christian Academy -- PK-5th grade atleechristianacademy.com (746-3900)
Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk. 804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sundays 8:30 or 11am, w/Sunday School @ 9:45. Daily preschool & after school child care.
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NON-DENOMINATIONAL Solid Rock Ministries, 8166 Ladiestown Road Sunday Morning Contemporary Worship- 10:30am "Come As You Are!" Child care provided. 779-7904, Dr. Michael R. Howard, Pastor TMH/The Master’s House. Meeting at Patrick Henry High School, Ashland, Sundays 10 AM, Jim Langlois, Pastor; 368-7592 www.tmhnow.org
PRESBYTERIAN GINTER PARK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3601 Seminary Ave., Richmond. Many Hanover members. Thoughtful, joyful, diverse. 8 minutes south of I-295. GinterParkPC.org. 804-359-5049 SALEM Presbyterian Church - Loving members, biblically-based teaching & preaching. Join us in our historic sanctuary! Worship 11AM, fellowship after. 5394 Studley Rd. Pastor: Sandi Shaner 746-0732
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Broadus Memorial Baptist Church , 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship, Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 broaduschurch.org Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.cool spring.org or call 746-0800 FCC - Fellowship Community Church Teaching the Word of God and watching for the miraculous. Hanover High School 9:45am www.fellowshipcc.com Grace United Family Church “Where Grace Unites Us” 8700 Bell Creek Road Mechanicsville 23116 Sunday Worship 10:30 AM Get connected in one of our small groups; “Communities of Hope” to begin soon. Contact: 335-6728 /graceunitedfc@gmail.com “Come as you are” -- See you Sunday! Glenn Hawkins, Pastor Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hanover Courthouse Rd. 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sun 11am Svc 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. hbchanover.org Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev.Tim Madison Sunday Schedule: 8:30am Contemporary Worship, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Traditional Worship
SOUTHERN BAPTIST New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am. Bible Study/Youth activities; 6:00 pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church Worship 8:30 am & 11 am, Sunday School 9:45am Pastor Robert Lee 9200 New Ashcake Road, Mech. 550-9601 www.newhighlandbaptist.org Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Rev. Mark Miller Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth Ryan Greene -Youth Min, Jean M. Dart, Music shalombaptist.net
SOVEREIGN GRACE BAPTIST New Hope Baptist - Located at 5452 Spotslee Circle, Mechanicsville. Sunday school 9:45 am, Morning worship 10:30 am, afternoon 1pm, Wednesday Prayer & Bible study 7:30 pm. L. Ronald Staley, Pastor. For more info 321-2110. www.sovereigngraceinmechanicsville.org
UNITED METHODIST Enon United Methodist Church 6156 Studley Rd; 746-4719 Rev. Dr. Jeff Harlow, Pastor Mark Roscoe, Youth Director Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) Sunday Afternoon Faith Exploration, for all ages 4:30-5:30pm www.enonumc.org enonchurch@verizon.net Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am. Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118 Shady Grove United MethodistCelebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:00. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00- All Ages. Nursery for preschoolers at all services. Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org
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Shutouts end, winning does not for Post 175 Powhatan becomes first team to score on Mechanicsville By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local Mechanicsville Post 175 began the 2012 American Legion baseball season like a juggernaut, steamrolling its competition and winning its first six games by a combined score of 80-0. Some team was bound to break the streak, however, and Powhatan Post 201 managed to do just that. Fortunately for Post 175, it continued in steamroller mode on offense, drubbing Post 201 18-6 Thursday night at Powhatan High School. Mechanicsville’s pitching staff had a bet – whoever gave up the first run would lose his next start. Starting pitcher Patrick Holler drew the short straw. “I’m not really worried about it,” Holler said. “It’s probably the coach’s decision. It’s all good. I’ve just got to shake it off and move on.” The shutout streak ended when Holler yielded a run in the bottom of the first inning, giving up back-to-back, twoout singles to Post 201 shortstop Charles Anderson and catcher Nicky Maielo. Maielo’s hit drove Anderson in. Holler gave up two more runs over the next four innings, but despite the ribbing he could expect from his teammates, he walked away with a win. “I’ll take it from the team. I’m big enough to handle it.” Holler said. “As long as we get away with a win, we’re okay. No big deal.” The final outcome looked in doubt through the first six innings. Even though Mechanicsville scored six runs in the first two innings, Powhatan slowly chipped away
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At left: Post 175 pitcher Patrick Holler and first baseman Ryan Bettinger (18) try to pick off Post 201’s Patrick O’Neil. Six games into the season, Holler became the first Post 175 pitcher to give up a run, but it was more of a relief than a setback. Mechanicsville broke open a tight contest to take an 18-6 win over Powhatan. Above: Post 201 first baseman Colin Lawless (13) keeps Mechanicsville’s Andrew Knizner close to base.
at the lead. “We can hit. We’ve got a lot of guys in our lineup that are going off to play or are already playing [in college],” said Post 201 coach Bryan Hannum, who played in college at RandolphMacon. “We were missing a couple of guys tonight. But even so, [Post 175] only had nine. We’re looking forward to seeing them again, because I believe that our team here, 201, is going to be special.” Post 201, scoring two in the bottom of the sixth to close within a run of Mechanicsville, 6-5. “Made me lose all my hair,” said Mechanicsville coach Eddie Gates. Despite the stress of a touchand-go game, Gates was not disappointed by the end of the shutout streak. “I’m glad it is over,” Gates said. “Now we can harass the pitcher that gave it up, but we knew we weren’t going to go much longer without someone scoring on us. The odds are against you.” Holler said the team should benefit now that the streak is over.
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“I think it will help us, yes,” Holler said. “But I think we shoot to shut them out. We’ve got a good pitching staff, so it should help us keep the runs scored down. We’ve just got to keep putting [runs] up.” Mechanicsville put plenty of runs up, batting around in three different innings – the second, seventh, and eighth. The bottom half of the batting order got each eruption started. Ryan Bettinger, batting eighth, scored three runs on a single, two walks and an error. Zack Broaddus, batting seventh, scored two runs on a hit-by-pitch, fielder’s choice and two errors. The top of the Post 175 order did its share of offensive work, too. It’s first three batters – Bryan Johansen, Andrew Knizner and Bryant Lowry – scored three runs apiece. Johansen walked three times and singled. Knizner had four hits and a walk, and Lowry had two hits and was hit by a pitch. “Any time you can score runs against a team like this, it’s good,” Gates said. “They had their pitcher come in – (Nathan) Kirby – who’s gong to UVa. He kind of shut us down. We hadn’t
really seen anybody like that.” The four innings Kirby pitched, he held the line on Post 175, giving up no runs to the Mechanicsville team. “Kirby came in, on short [rest], he didn’t have much time to warm up today,” Hannum said. “I had to take him out in the sixth after four innings of pitching just to give him some rest. He’s on a strict regimen with UVa.”
Hannum said Post 175’s seventh inning burst took the fire out of Powhatan. “Once [Mechanicsville] put up that five spot in the seventh, it was kind of hard – you could see the wind come out of the sails a little bit,” Hannum said. “I did my best to keep [Post 201] up – and we got one or two more [runs], but it’s hard.” Mechanicsville was also short-handed on Wednesday
night when the traveled to Ashland Post 206 (4-5). But despite only have nine players available due to Beach Week, Post 175 came away with a 21-0, seven inning win. Post 175......... 240 000 57 – 18 13 1 Post 201......... 110 102 10 – 6 8 3 Holler, Bettinger (6), Johansen (7), Childress (8) and Lowry. Schaller, Convicka (2), Kirby (3), Lanciani (7), Paz (8), Wood (8), and Maielo. W – Holler. L – Schaller.
Jordan Walton makes professional debut Staff reports On June 22, Jordan Walton, who played baseball for American Legion Post 175, Randolph-Macon and LeeDavis High School, got the first start of his professional baseball career. Walton got the starting nod in left field for the Batavia Muckdogs when they took on the Jamestown Jammers in a New York-Penn League contest. On the night, Walton was 2-for-4 with a run and RBI in the contest. JORDAN WALTON After playing in three games, batting .400 with a .800 on base The Muckdogs have a 3-4 Walton is second on the team in percentage. record on the season.
Relentless Fentress going the distance By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Eighteen year old Rodney Fentress has spent nearly half of his life focused on one specific goal; to become an Olympic swimmer. This weekend, that dream will take a major step towards becoming reality when he travels to Omaha, Neb. for the Olympic Swim Trials. On July 1, the recently graduated Atlee student will swim against the country’s best in the 1500 Meter Freestyle for a trip to London as part of the 2012 USA Olympic Team. Becoming an Olympian was not predestined for Fentress when he first got into the sport as a three year old growing up in Virginia Beach. His mother Vanessa pointed out that he was certainly no prodigy and did not show particularly skillful talent in the pool. “No, not at all,” she said. “It was just something that he did. He enjoyed it and had a love for it.” However, that all changed eight years ago. “I saw Michael Phelps swim in 2004 and that’s when I wanted to get serious with swim-
ming,” Fentress said. “I always enjoyed it before but when I saw what he was doing, he was a good inspiration.” What Fentress lacked in refined skill, he made up for in determination and his relentless work ethic began to pay dividends in the pool. “He was always a hard worker and in the water, you know he just gave it 110 percent,” Vanessa said. “They started saying when he came into his own- he was just going to be phenomenal.” That transition began at age 14. “That’s when I started getting pretty good, I guess” Fentress said. “I started taking the sport real seriously and started putting all my time and effort into it.” For the past year, Fentress has trained at Burkwood Aquatic Club in Hanover County under his longtime mentor, Coach Craig Clift. Clift feels Fentress’ passion for the sport allowed his talent to surface. “This is his love, his life and he’s said from Day 1, he’s always wanted to get better and that’s something that he’s tried to do. Each year see FENTRESS, pg. 36 `
Atlee alums Glass and Gastrock making most of their chance Two former Raiders head to Olympic Trials By Chris Harris Richmond Times Dispatch Sometimes, all an athlete needs is one more chance. Four area swimmers took that chance and swam their way to Omaha, Nebraska. The Poseidon Swim Club held The Last Chance
Invitational on June 22-23 at the Collegiate School Aquatic Center. Former Atlee swimmers Sidney Glass and Ben Gastrock, former Trinity Episcopal swimmer Andrew Strait and the University of Richmond’s Lauren Hines qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials beginning June 25 at the CenturyLink Center in Omaha. The trials will run through July 2. The top two swimmers in every event, plus four more
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This week a trio of Atlee High School graduates will make their way to Omaha, Nebraska for the Olympic Swim Trails. Above: On July 1, Rodney Fentress, a 2012 graduate of Atlee, will try to reach the London Olympics in the 1500 Meter Freestyle. At far left: William and Mary rising senior Sidney Glass, will look to join the Olympic Swim team when he competes in the 100 Meter Backstroke on June 26. At left: Also swimming on June 26, Virginia Tech rising sophomore Ben Gastrock will look to finish among the top four when he competes in the 200 Meter Freestyle.
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was forced to train under a new coach as a freshman at Green Run High School. “I wasn’t getting to where I wanted to be swimming wise and wasn’t reaching my goals and my dreams,” Fentress said. Instead of giving up the sport, he made regular trips north to visit Clift. Following his freshman year, Fentress spent an entire month training in Maryland and soon realized there was only one way he could step back on the path to reach the Olympic Trials by his senior year of high school. “After that month (Coach Clift) offered to let me go and move in with him,” Fentress said. “I couldn’t say no.”
As difficult as it was for the young man to move away from home, it was even more difficult on his mother. But Vanessa opted for what was best for her son’s future. “It was hard because he’s an only child and being a single parent-“ she said. “But I knew what he wanted and I believe in Coach Craig and what he said- the abilities he had to achieve to be an Olympic Trail qualifier his senior year of high school. “Rodney also wanted to go to a Top-10 college in the country and as a single parent, we know that will be hard to do,” Vanessa said. “We want our children always to do better. It made it where I needed to at
least try it.” Along with Clift, Vanessa set guidelines for Fentress both in the pool and classroom. Rodney excelled in both, maintaining a high GPA and reaching his marks in the water. “After that first year he was right on track where they planned on being and I had no discipline problems,” Vanessa said. “So it was easier to let him stay there and live with him under his direction.” Nearly every weekend, Vanessa traveled to wherever Rodney was swimming. “I’m pretty much at all his meets,” she said. “There’s very few that I’ve missed. Any of his big travel meets that we’ve gone to across the country I’m always with him.” When Clift took over as head coach for Burkwod last June, Fentress also made the move to Mechanicsville. But as he continued working towards his goal, Fentress faced unexpected obstacles that were disappointments rather than setbacks. The first came when he was ruled ineligible to swim for Atlee High School even though he had not competed on a VHSL level for two years. “I think they were trying to stay away from the, ‘Bringing in the ringers,’ per se,” Clift
pretty good shot,” Strait said. “I guess I knew probably about 75 meters to go during the breaststroke and I was feeling confident. “And I touched the wall, looked over and saw the coaches celebrating so I knew I got it. It was pretty exciting. “It was kind of one of those goals that I didn’t want to tell myself out loud. I didn’t want to make it too real until it actually happened and now it’s definitely exciting to go and swim in Omaha with the best swimmers in the country.” Strait also qualified in the 100 breaststroke, touching the wall in 1:04.40. The qualifying
time was 1:04.69. Gastrock, a rising sophomore at Virginia Tech, qualified for the trials in the 200 freestyle Saturday, touching the wall in 1:52.29. The qualifying time to reach Omaha was 1:52.89. “For me, it wasn’t that I touched the wall and looked, but I touched the wall and heard people yell so I knew I had hit (the qualifying time). I was like ‘yes,’” Gastrock said. “I really don’t know how to put the feelings into words. It’s just that I get to that level now, where you can see all of the people that you’ve always heard about, inspiring to be someone like them.”
“We’re going to be there (in Omaha) as cheerleaders,” said Keith Gastrock, Ben’s father. Glass, a rising senior at William and Mary, cut it close in the 100 backstroke. Glass qualified in 57.54, five one-hundredths of a second better than the qualifying mark of 57.59. “It (qualifying for the trials) has been a goal of mine ever since I began swimming, so to actually do it is so exciting,” Glass said. “I’ve been swimming since I was 4 years old, so it has been a long time coming.” Hines qualified in the 100 backstroke with a time of 1:02.55, easily surpassing the qualifying time of 1:03.99.
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he’s progressed to where he’s at this point.” As a senior at Atlee, the past year was a real test in endurance for Fentress. He started each day with a 4:50 a.m. training session. After putting in two hours of morning pool time, it was off to school only to return in the evening for two more hours of training. Fentress then lifted weights for an hour and was usually in bed by 9:30 p.m. so he can start the process all over again. During a normal week, he puts in about 25 hours of training. “He trains 11 times a week,” Clift said. “He does dry lands and weights five times, sometimes six times a week. The training schedule is rigorous, sometimes four and half-five hours a day.” Coach and swimmer first connected when Fentress joined Clift’s Tide Swim Team as a pre-teen in Virginia Beach. “He’s pretty much been with me since he’s been nine years old,” Clift said. At 14, Fentress’ future reached a pivotal point when Clift moved to Maryland to coach the Coastal Aquatics Team and the young swimmer
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in the 100 and 200 meters, will represent America in the London Olympic Games beginning July 27. Strait, who just finished his sophomore year at William and Mary, touched the wall in 2 minutes, 5.68 seconds to win the men’s 200 individual medley, surpassing the trials qualifying time of 2:06.59. “I swam a 2:08 in the morning, which is a pretty good swim for the first swim of the meet when I was trying to get into the atmosphere of the meet, so I felt that I had a
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Rodney Fentress, a 2012 graduate of Atlee, will be looking for a trip to London when he competes in the 1500 M Free Olympic Trial on July 1.
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said, “Which he wasn’t a ringer…Even though he is living with me and I am his guardian, (they) wouldn’t allow him to swim.” Even though Fentress trained at Burkwood every day with almost 30 Atlee swimmers, he could not join them on the team. “He wanted to be a part of that,” Clift said. “That’s the one thing that I think took away from his high school senior year.” Fentress admits he was very disappointed at first. “I only wanted a ring- a state ring,” he said. “I guess in the long run it’s not that big of a deal.” But the lows were followed by highs when Fentress made a college commitment to continue his swimming career at the University of Virginia. Then disappointment struck again when Fentress learned he would not be able to compete in his three planned events at the Olympic Trials. Though he had already qualified for the 1500 Free, he intended to also swim the 200 Fly and 400 Freestyle time trials. “There’s 800 more athletes qualified for Olympic Trials than there were in 2008,” Clift said. “They’ve cut the time trials out. Those events would have been his other time trial cuts that he would have gotten while
he was there.” Now with a chance to make the Olympic team rapidly approaching, Fentress focus turns towards Omaha. After competing in major national meets over the past few years, he doesn’t feel he’ll be daunted in Nebraska. “I’m like, ‘Oh, it’s the Olympic Trials’,” he said. “But then a lot of other people are like, ‘It’s THE OLYMPIC TRIALS!’ It’s a big thing!’ I don’t know why? It’s me.” Therefore Fentress heads west with realistic expectations. “Getting to it’s pretty cool but I would like to be successful at it,” he said. “If not this year than in four years I’ll be at the top. This year is, ‘Go, get a feel for it’, except for next time, hopefully, I’ll be ready to be up at the top.” Through it all; training, build up and exposure, Fentress has retained his modesty. “If you didn’t know him, you wouldn’t even know that he’s a swimmer of the caliber he is,” Vanessa said. “He doesn’t like people even knowing his GPA, that’s just his whole personality about him. He’s very, very humble.” In fact, Fentress doesn’t even think of himself an elite swimmer. “I don’t consider myself really good,” he said. This week the Olympic Trails may prove otherwise.
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Rising senior Sidney Glass will complete in the 100 M Backstroke during this week’s Olympic Trials.
Gastrock and Glass both swam in the Olympic Trials on Tuesday after press deadline. For results go to www.mechlocal.com or https://www.face-
book.com/#!/mechlocalsports. Both Gastrock and Glass were regional swimmers of the year during their careers at Atlee.
Post 175 bounces back in battle for first After trailing 5-0, Mechanicsville downs Lakeside 8-7 By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Colonial Heights– The American Legion Post 175 baseball team found itself in a decidedly new situation on Saturday when they took on Post 125 in a battle of the league’s top two teams. For the first time this season Mechanicsville trailed- and it was not by a minor margin. The Lakeside squad took advantage of precise hitting and an uncanny three Mechanicsville errors to jump out to a quick 5-0 lead in the top of the first. But despite the unaccustomed situation Mechanicsville showed resiliency. Led by big hitting of their own, Post 175 bounced back to take the win 8-7 and remain undefeated on the season as they head into the second half of their schedule. “It was pretty shocking at first but we battled through,” said pitcher Chris Childress who picked up the win for Mechanicsville. “We knew we had to battle nine innings. It wasn’t going to be another 20-0 game. They gave us everything we thought.” College Scout Day brought all of the American Legion teams to Shepherd Stadium in Colonial Heights for a full day of baseball though Mechanicsville benefited little from the special event. Virtually their entire roster is already in college or has made college commitments. Scouting aside, it was a midseason must-win game for Post 175. The noon-time contest stood as Mechanicsville’s home match-up against the team considered most likely to challenge them for the District 11 title. A loss to Lakeside would put the two teams in a tie with Post 175
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Stealing second, Post 175’s Bryan Johansen (5) slides in safely as Post 125’s Chris Lewis tries to pull in the pickoff throw.
scheduled to play on Post 125’s home field in a 4 p.m. contest this Sunday, July 1. Four Post 175 players came up with extra base hits in the game. Andrew Knizner was on fire at the plate, going 3-for4 with a walk, three doubles, a run and 2 RBI. But he was not alone. Childress went 2for-4 with a double, two runs scored and a RBI. Conner Hall was 2-for-4 with a double and Mitch Keeler went 2-for-3 with a double and RBI. Yet, as hot as the Mechanicsville bats were, it was Hanover products Childress and Allen Ellis on the mound, pitching under the blistering midday heat, who gave Post 175 a chance to win. After giving up five runs (three unearned) on four hits in the top of the first, Childress settled in, limiting Post 125 to two hits over the next six innings to finish with nine strikeouts in seven innings of work. “It was a hot game,” Childress said. “You don’t play a lot of
middle of the day games in high school.” Ellis came on as a closer in the eighth and was equally strong; getting each of the first three batters he faced in a 0-2 hole. He took out the side with two strikeouts and a pop fly. Facing the top of the 125 lineup in the ninth, Ellis gave up a two hits and a run but then struck out the final two batters to end the contest. “There’s probably not anybody else I’d rather be out there in that situation,” Childress said of Ellis. “He throws hard. He throws strikes. He battles. You have all the confidence in the world when a kid like that is behind you.” Lakeside went through their lineup in the top of the first as Benedictine standout and VMI signee David Geary (3-for-5, 2B, run, RBI) got things going with a double down the right line. Freeman’s David Dwight reached on a shot to third that was misplayed and a double to right by St. Christopher’s Jansen
Fraser (2-for-5, 2B, RBI) sent Geary home. With one out, Benedictine graduate and Hampden-Sydney commitment Sam Slough singled up the middle plating Dwight and Fraser for a 3-0 lead. Slough went on to score on an error and St. Christopher’s Thomas Osgood did likewise to push the lead to 5-0. Post 175 had not given up three errors in a game this season, let alone a single inning. “I don’t believe we have,” said Coach Eddie Gates. “We just lost a little bit of focus.” However, despite trailing for the first time, Childress said the team remained focused. “It was pretty quiet in the dugout at first. But we have a lot of guys that are in college and a lot of senior leadership so we just kept working together, kept everybody’s heads up and keep battling at the plate and it will come.” Two nights earlier, Powhatan 201 scored the first runs of the season against Mechanicsville
and it may have played in their favor facing the quick 5-0 deficit. “Giving up those runs the other night was a big weight off of us,” Gates said. “Then we knew when we gave up the runs today, we knew we were going to score some.” With Benedictine standout Ryan Millican on the mound, Post 175 made the margin manageable in the bottom of the first. Bryan Johansen was walked, stole second then scored when Knizner sent his first double of the day down the third base line. A double by Childress plated Knizner then Childress came home when a pickoff throw to third went high. Geary pushed the 125 lead back to 6-3 in the second when Slough’s shot to right was misplayed. But 175 got the run back in the bottom of the inning. With one out, Zach Broaddus was hit by a pitch, stole second then scored when Knizner once again blistered a double past third. Mechanicsville then tied the game in the bottom of the fourth. Keeler got things going on a hustle play, turning a shot to center into a double. Broaddus joined him on base with a shot to left and both runners advanced on a pitch in the dirt. Patrick Holler plated Keeler on a groundout to short and Broaddus came home to tie the game 6-6 on Johansen’s grounder past second. When Knizner was walked on four pitches, it signaled the end to Millican’s day, but 175 was not through. Benedictine’s Zachary Joseph got Bryant Lowry to fly out to right, but it allowed Johansen to reach third. Knizner then turned a busted play into a scoring opportunity
for Mechanicsville. In a steal gone wrong, Knizner found himself in a rundown between first and second but delayed the tag long enough to allow Johansen to score for a 7-6 lead. Still leading by only a single run in the bottom of the seventh, Gates emphasized the need for his team to score. The team responded. Childress reached on a one out single past short and Brent West was hit by a pitch to put runners at the corners with two out. Keeler then came to the plate and tagged a shot to left center that sent Childress home for an 8-6 lead. Lakeside made things interesting in the top of the ninth. After Ellis walked Freeman’s Greg Hollis Jr., Geary reached on a shot past short. “That last inning, they got the first two guys on and I just had to bear down and try to get out of it,” Ellis said. Knizner tagged Geary in a double steal but the play sent Hollis to third from where he scored on a Dwight gapper to pull Lakeside within one, 8-7. But Ellis then caught Fraser in a standing strikeout and struck out St. Christopher’s John Reinhardt to end the game. On Sunday afternoon, Post 175 got back into runaway mode with a seven inning, 121 win at Midlothian Post 186. Ryan Bettinger picked up the win in six innings of work as Mechanicsville scored 12 runs on 12 hits. On offense, a trio of Post 175 players came away with extra base hits. Hall went 2for-4 with a double and two RBI. Keeler was also 2-for-4 with a double, three RBI and a run scored. Lowry went 2-for5 with a double, RBI and two runs scored.
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Rossi joins the elite as Bryan Trophy winner Winn Alden takes Markel Award By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local Manakin-Sabot– When Anna Rossi touched the Deep Run Horse Show’s Bryan Trophy on Sunday, she ran her finger across the list of winners inscribed in the metal. It stopped at Rodney Jenkins, an equestrian legend – National Show Hunter and Show Jumping hall of famer, a fivetime winner of the American Gold Cup five times and threetime winner of the grand prix at New York’s National Horse Show and the Washington’s International’s President’s Cup. Rossi, a 17-year-old from the District of Columbia, was not just admiring the trophy. As she studied Jenkins’ name,
she was standing in the middle of jumping course on the grounds of Deep Run Hunt Club, with her mount – Second City – and being admired herself by spectators in the adjacent grandstand. She had just achieved membership in a selective peerage by becoming the Bryan Trophy’s 51st win-
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ner. “I know many great riders have won,” Rossi said. “This was just pretty special to me.” Rossi topped a field of five competitors for this year’s trophy, which is awarded based on the rider’s performance during three events – a jumping test, a flat test, and a final jumping test devised by the judges. Nora Jodrey, riding The Golden Compass, came in second, followed by Meghan Kaupp on Wingman, Margaret Luck on Big City, and Michelle Sturtz on Korngold. Despite the small field, Rossi felt the pressure as the start of the competition loomed. “As you get closer and closer, it’s a real challenge. You’ve got to try to stay calm,” Rossi said. “It’s a real test for riders to stay cool under pressure. … I have terrible nerves. I always have. They way I try to control them is to not think about it.” Instead she thought about the course. “I break down the course into sections to rest and calm down,” Rossi said. Rossi had been in the Bryan Trophy before, placing second last year to Savannah Jenkins. Jenkins had finished second two years ago, giving Rossi hope that she could repeat the pattern.
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Above left: Anna Rossi, her mount, Second City, and trainer Winn Alden await their turn in the first run of the Large Junior Hunter competition Sunday in the Deep Run Horse Show at Deep Run Hunt Club. Above: Anna Rossi and Second City clear a fence during the Large Junior Hunter competition. Rossi went on to become the 51st winner of the Bryan Trophy.
Experience is not enough, however. Rossi’s trainer, Winn Alden, provides the mentoring young riders need to become winners. Alden ended the day a winner herself, claiming the $1,000 Markel Award given to current trainers of the top three winners in the Bryan Trophy Horsemanship class. Alden, a second-place finisher in the Bryan Trophy competition herself, said her experience in the competition gives her a valuable edge. “Some people can ride, some people can teach. Hopefully I can do both,” Alden said. “I know how they feel when they walk in there – the kind of pressure they put on themselves.” Alden seems to have the right touch, having trained three other Bryan Trophy winners before Rossi. “That probably is better, probably better than winning yourself,” she said of training winners. She admires what her riders have accomplished.
“They haven’t had easy horses,” Alden said. “They’ve had to work really hard, so that makes [their winning] better.” Rossi said working with horses is always unpredictable. “You can never take anything in this sport for granted,” Rossi said. “They’re animals. They have a mind of their own.” Despite the horse’s unpredictability, Alden finds working with them rewarding as well. “It’s my life. I have a master’s degree. I worked for the government, Department of Defense, for six years, but I came back to riding,” Alden said. “The horses helped me to learn how to communicate. Their therapeutic powers are very good. The horses help you in so many ways.” Sunday’s Bryan Trophy win capped a busy week for Rossi and Alden. Rossi placed first in 22 other classes, including ASPCA Maclay Horsemanship
award, the Blue Canyon Perpetual Trophy, Edwin P. Conquest Challenge Trophy, Susanna Rowe Challenge Trophy, Esther Edwards Perpetual Trophy, Francis Newbill Rowe Challenge Trophy, Constance Tyson Bryson Memorial Perpetual Trophy, Foxy Challenge Trophy, Mr. & Mrs. Stewart Bryan Challenge Trophy, and the Hunter Seat Equitation Championship. Rossi also claimed nine second- and third place finishes apiece. As for her future, the summer will be busy with extended horse-show appearances in Virginia and Kentucky. Despite the boost the Bryan Trophy win gives to her resume, the rising senior is not sure whether she will pursue equestrian competition as a sport when she starts college next year. Athletics are not her top priority. “Grades come first,” Rossi said.
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Rhodes named assistant baseball coach at R-MC Contributed report
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From front left: Josh McGlashan. Standing: Daevon Smith, Nicklaus McMillion, Matthew Swierczewski and Eric Haynes. Back: Donovan Riddick, Jake Stanley, Landon Hensley, Brandon Taylor and Dominic Pastore. Not pictured: coaches; John Swierczewski and Toney Butler, manager: Michael McMillion.
One June 10, the Hanover Sports 11 year old travel baseball team won the Last Day Schools Out tournament. It was a total team effort offensively and defensively as the team went undefeated in the tournament. The Sports outscored their opponents 38 - 6 winning each game by the mercy rule. Submitted by Michael McMillion
Randolph-Macon College Director of Athletics Jeff Burns announced last Wednesday the hiring of C.J. Rhodes as an assistant coach with the Yellow Jacket baseball program. Rhodes will serve as the lead assistant for Ray Hedrick, who just completed his eighth year at the helm of the R-MC program. Rhodes will lead all recruiting efforts, while assisting Hedrick in all phases of the Yellow Jacket program including on the field instruction, conditioning, academic affairs as well as R-MC Baseball Camps. Rhodes replaces Matt McGuire, who was named the Head Coach at Roanoke College in May. Rhodes and McGuire are a part of a coaching stable during Hedrick’s era that has helped R-MC gain success in both the ODAC and the South Regional level, while spring boarding their careers. Evan Brannon (2006-2007) is
currently a Scouting Supervisor with the Tampa Bay Rays, Lucas Jones (2008 – 2010) and Daniel Rollins (2009, 2011) are assistant coaches at George Mason University and Travis Beazley (2011) is on staff at VMI. “Losing coach McGuire was a punch in the gut to say the least,” said Hedrick. “He worked tirelessly to help this program get to the next level, bringing in a tremendous group of student athletes to begin this fall. That being said, we could not have found a better fit this quickly for the position. C.J. has the necessary attitude effort and approach that should carry on the tradition of successful assistant coaches at R-MC. I have little doubt that he will help take our program to a level of success regionally and eventually nationally.” Rhodes comes to Ashland after spending the last two years on Paul Keyes’ staff at nearby VCU. While with the Rams, his primary focus was
Congratulations Dynamo U11
Post 125........ 510 000 001 — 7 8 2 Post 175........ 310 300 10x — 8 11 4 Millican, Joseph (4), Gorman (7) and Austin. Childress, Ellis (8)and Keeler. W— Childress. L — Millican. Highlights: David Geary (125), 3 for 5, 2B, 2 RBI; Jansen Frasser (125), 2 for 5, 2B, RBI; Andrew Knizner (175), 3 for 4, 3 2B, Run, RBI; Chris Childress (175), 2 for 4, 2B, 2 Runs, RBI, 7 IP, 9 Ks; Conner Hall (175), 2 for 4, 2B; Mitch Keeler (175), 2 for 3, 2B, RBI. Records: Lakeside Post 125 7-2; Mechanicsville Post 175 7-0
position, as well as, kicking and punting. After rotating through each position players will participate in a variety of football games. If you would like more information and/or a registration form, please visit www. AtleeRaidersFootball.com or call Coach Johnson at (804) 723-2138.
Congratulations swimmers Last Wednesday the Battlefield Green swim team hosted the Bell Creek swim team for the first meet of the season. Below are the triple and quad winners. Bell Creek Quad: Alex Destephanis and Michael Wilcom. Triple: Riley Austin and Kristin Wilcox. Battlefield Green
Quad: Garrett Gauntt, Katrina Gauntt, Cameron Holl, Kayla Oakley, Michah Rice, Sarah Rice, Jake Thomas and Maddie Walters. Triple: Kellie Brown, Kayla Currie, Cristina Gilbreath, Ben Gordon, Kayleigh Gordon, Brittany Johnson, Holly Loving and Annie Soroka. Submitted by Dyanne Gordon
POST 175 Continued from pg. 37 b
Atlee youth football camp The second session of the Atlee Raiders 2012 Youth and Middle School Football Camp will be held at Atlee High School July 23-25. Cost of the camp is $50 per camper and runs from 9 a.m. – noon each day. Campers are divided into different groups and are taught the fundamental skills relating to every offensive and defensive
coaching the team’s hitters and catchers, as well assisting with daily administrative duties. Additionally, Rhodes served as the director for Rams Baseball Camps, which is associated with PAKCAMP, Inc. “I am extremely excited about joining Coach Hedrick and the Yellow Jacket family,” said Rhodes. “This is a great opportunity to join a baseball program that has built a tradition of winning on and off the baseball field. R-MC provides athletes with everything one would need to be a successful student-athlete. One of the determining factors about joining Coach Hedrick at Randolph Macon College was that R-MC has the necessary parts to have success on the regional and national level. I look forward to beginning that journey.” No stranger to the ODAC, Rhodes joined the Rams after a four-year playing career at Virginia Wesleyan College,
Photo submitted by Lori Vest
Front from left: Olivia Adams, Maggie Sobel, Ruby Harrington, Channing Pitts and Mckenzie Bradley. Back: Mary Pat McCombs, Zoe Capaldo, Mariah McCready, Keleigh Richardson, Isabelle Addison and Coach Charlotte Foster.
Dynamo SC is proud to announce their U11 Girls Red team took second place in the Capital Cup Tournament held May 26-27 at Courthouse Park. As a new team this season, the girls worked hard and it paid off at the tournament despite the heat and tough competition. Congratulations on a great season and tournament showing. Submitted by Lori Vest
Post 175.......... 050 311 2 — 12 12 1 Post 186.......... 000 001 0 — 1 5 5 Bettinger, Lowry (7) and Keeler. Fitch, Oakey (4), Joseph (6), Smigo (7) and Woody.W—Bettinger. L— Fitch. Highlights: Michael McCullough (P186) 2 for 3; DallasWood (P186) 1 for 2, SB; Conner Hall (P175) 2 for 4, 2B, 2 RBIs; Mitch Keeler (P175) 2 for 4, 2B, 3 RBIs, run; Bryant Lowry (P175) 2 for 5, 2B, RBI, 2 runs. Records: Mechanicsville Post 175 80; Midlothian Post 186 2-6
where he earned all-conference and all-region recognition during both his junior and senior seasons. He was named All-Old Dominion Athletic Conference first-team catcher as well as second team All-South Region in 2009 after leading the Marlins with a .383 batting average and .453 on-base percentage. Rhodes started all 40 games and collected 15 doubles, seven home runs and 41 RBI. As a junior, he received second team All-ODAC honors and honorable mention All-South Region accolades after batting .367 with 25 runs, 16 doubles, three triples, four home runs and 43 RBI. The Williamsburg native finished his collegiate career hitting .331 with 48 doubles, 14 home runs and 125 RBI in 152 games. He also helped lead Virginia Wesleyan to a conference tournament title in 2006, as well as runner-up finishes in 2008 and 2009. During the summer of 2011, Rhodes served as the Third Base / Hitting Coach for the Wisconsin Woodchucks of the Northwoods League. Where he coached Tyler Nurdin, a 28th Round Pick by the Cleveland Indians in the 2011 First Year Player Draft. A 2005 graduate of Lafayette High School, Rhodes earned his bachelor’ s degree in communications from VWC in 2009.
Atlee’s Rodney Fentress prepares for Olympic Trials
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with Animals Unlimited around the world exploring and discoverContinued from pg. 31 b ing animals “live!” For more inforwww.hanoverhumanesociety.org mation call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. for more information.
CALENDAR
Thursday, July 19 Dine and Recline for Teens at the Atlee Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. See a great movie on the big screen with your friends. Pizza and drinks provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road.
Summer Spectacular Fun at Friday Night Kids club! Walnut Grove Church welcomes children ages 4 – grade 5 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Friday nights this summer. Tonight: Splashapalozza Too. Wear your bathing suit, bring a towel. Parents: Drop your kids off at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. - for more info call 746-5081 or visit www.walnutgrovebaptist.com.
10:30 a.m. Travel with Animals Unlimited around the world exploring and discovering animals “live!” For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.
Saturday, July 21 Atlee High School Class of 2002 10-Year Reunion at James River Winery. For full details visit www.wix.com/ ahs2002reunion/10-year-reunion. Contact AHS2002Reunion@ gmail.com with any questions.
experience for students: 12 –17 years old from 9:30-12:30 June 2529 or July 23-27 9:30-12 p.m. at Windemere Art Gallery located at 6162 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. Cost is $15 per day or $65 for the week. Monday, July 23 Mickey the Magician with Jack Contact Judy Motley at 550-3423 the Bunny at the Atlee Branch for more information. Library at 10:30 a.m. Classic chilLearning Microsoft Word at dren’s books come to life in a show the Mechanicsville Branch Library full of laughs, magic tricks and a at 9 a.m. Find out how to do more real flea circus. You won’t believe your eyes! For more information with Microsoft Word, from using call 559-0654 or visit the library at templates to formatting. You must call 746-9615 or visit the 9161 Atlee Road. library to sign up for this class. Artistic Fun for Summer 2012, For more information call 746Multimedia Art Camp taught by 9615 or visit the library at 7461 local artist for young people to Sherwood Crossing Place.
If you are a classmate or know someone who is and no longer in the area please email contact information to PHHS92reunion@ aol.com.
Virginia Center PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information.
Hanover Humane Society will hold a dog adoption stand at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland from 9-12 p.m. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11-3 p.m. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for additional adoption information.
Patrick Henry High School Class of 1992 is looking for alum- Sunday, July 22 Our Wild World at the ni for our upcoming 20th year Hanover Humane Society will Our Wild World at the Atlee Mechanicsville Branch Library at reunion happening Oct. 2012. hold a cat adoption stand at the Branch Library at 1 p.m. Travel
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Announcements GENERAL & SPECIAL NOTICES Christ United Methodist Church is currently Seeking Crafters for their annual Fall Bazaar on Sat. Oct. 6th. Contact Lisa 746-4871. Our Bazaar includes Crafters, Blood Drive, Children’s Activities and Bake Sale Vendors Wanted for BAZAAR EXTRAORDINAIRE III Oct. 19th and Oct. 20th Chamberlayne Heights United Methodist Church 6100 Chamberlayne Road For futher information call Joan Williams, 839-4587
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Multi Family Sale Sat. June 30th, 8 am - 1 pm 6423 Mary Ester Lane, 23111. Toys, clothes all sizes, furniture,Christmas items, tools, household misc. Too much list! Rain date July 7th Multi Family Yard Sale Sat. June 30th, 8 am to 12 noon. 10281 Grand Hickory Drive, 23116. Off Atlee Station Road. Toys, boys and men’s clothing, & women’s plus size clothing, kitchen & decorative, Creative Memories, Longaberger & much more. YARD SALE – Sat. 06/30 7:30 am-Noon 7248 Ann Cabell Ln (Bruce Estates) off Cold Harbor Rd. Mech. 23111 Furniture & Household Items!
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By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Abram Dean’s “first real thing” in terms of performing paid off earlier this year when he captured the title of Hanover Junior Idol. Thanks to some encouragement from his mom Debbie Lunsford, he took the leap into the world of music. And now the 16-year-old from Mechanicsville is preparing to move to Texas to pursue his dream. On Aug. 20, Abram and his mother will head to Dallas where he has been accepted to study — and hone his skills — with the Linda Septien Entertainment Group. Debbie said she suggested Abram enter the Hanover Arts and Activities Centersponsored Idols competition because he “wants to get into this music thing, so let’s see TEEN, pg. 14 `
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Taylor Dragum, Alex Goleski, Laci Miller, Courtney Chenault and Madison Cox cheer on the Atlee All-Stars on Saturday, July 31, during the opening game of the Tournament of State Champions at Mitch Stadium near Huntington, W.Va. For more, see Sports, page 32.
School district again expects full accreditation For the ninth consecutive year, Hanover County Public Schools will again receive 100 percent full accreditation. According to Dale S. Theakston, communications specialist, the accreditation is determined based on the 200910 Standards of Learning assessments. Preliminary information from the Virginia Department of Education indicates the accreditation status. Final accreditation reports are expected on Sept. 15.
County receives VACo honor Hanover County has been recognized by the Virginia Association of Counties as the recipient of the 2010 Achievement Award for the Dominion Resources Greentech Incubator. The county was honored for its model local government program in the category of Community/Economic
Development. VACo received 60 entries for the statewide contest. Former Hanover County assistant administrator Marilyn Blake joined Lane Ramsey, former Chesterfield County administrator, and Tedd Povar, associate director of the Virginia Institute of Government, in judging this see HONOR, pg. 4 `
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WORD SEARCH
HOROSCOPES ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you could find yourself daydreaming this week, which will only make an important decision even harder to make. You need to focus, or the week will be wasted. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Common sense may be what you use to operate, Taurus, but this week a little imagination and spontaneity could be the secret to achieving great success in the next few days. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Be careful with whom you share your goals, Gemini. While there just may be a few copycats who want to steal your thunder, you could find a promotion is stolen away as well. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, explore new ways of doing things this week, especially in your professional life. There’s always room to grow and a new perspective might make things easier.
“WRITTEN IN THE STARS”
CLUES DOWN 1. The genus Rhus 2. The 7th planet 3. 17th century courtance 4. Hill site of Rome’s 1st settlement 5. One of the common people 6. Saccharum bengalense 7. Liquorice-flavored liqueur 8. A waterproof raincoat 9. Actress Thurman 11. An inferior dog 13. A disdainful grimace
16. Actress Bacall 18. Moderate to inferior in quality 21. Atomic #86 24. Queen’s Gambit defense 26. Behave in a certain manner 27. The 17th Greek letter 29. Not achieving a purpose 30. Rubber wheels (Br. var.) 34. Centrally placed 35. Showed submission or fear 36. One of the Greats 37. “Honeymooners” neighbor Ed 38. Money-dispensing machine 39. Actress Zadora 43. Outpouring of gossip 44. Smother 46. Sodium 47. Fraudulent scheme 50. Short literary composition 52. Freshwater mussels 53. Ireland 55. British Air Aces 56. A siemens 57. Cologne
WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters in the word to spell something pertaining to sailing:
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, there is no time for daydreaming right now. There’s simply too much to get done. Start on small tasks and build up to the larger ones. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Sometimes the best growth comes from not knowing where you’re heading, Scorpio. While you may want to have a game plan, let creative energy drive you instead. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, though right now you can probably get away with saying whatever comes into your mind, it’s better to stick to the subject at hand. Censor yourself a little. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, a fear of failure may override your ambition. Don’t let these feelings compromise your plan for doing something new and different. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, it can be a little challenging to figure out what is bothering you, but be patient. The truth will be revealed in due time. Focus on something else.
THIS WEEK’S ANSWERS
51. One who left a dangerous place 54. Fragrant iris rootstock 56. Nothing more than specified 58. Indigo 59. ____ off: dismisses (Br. slang) 60. Own (Scottish) 61. Deep, slimy soil 62. W. African language 63. Office of Urban Development 64. Largest English dictionary (abbr.) 65. Grassland, meadow
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Cosmic fog is clouding your reality, Virgo. It is unlikely you will be able to make a sound decision, so it is best to wait a while before tackling difficult or life-altering projects.
WORD SCRAMBLE ANSWER: ANCHOR
CLUES ACROSS 1. Total 4. Parts per million 7. A Dalton (Physics) 10. Acid causing gout 12. Grad 14. Yes (Arabic) 15. Pallas’scat 17. Tonight’s host 18. Isinglass 19. Frogs, toads, tree toads 20. Solemnly renounce 22. Billiards stick 23. Twin City university 25. Cause to be beloved 28. Illuminated by stars 31. Scratch 32. Skullcap 33. Iron Chancellor Von Bismarck 34. Two things coming together 38. One who imitates another 40. Mistake 41. A shade of a color 42. Evening parties 45. The first canonical hour 48. Examines animals 49. Fed
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, be careful of a misstep when you move into new territory. Don’t leak information before you have fully developed the ideas, or things could get tricky.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you may have some unfinished business to complete, but it won’t get done right away. Focus on the task at hand.
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A Y ER ANT RR WA
Come relax by the pool
Private 10 acres w/plenty of room. Newly refinished hardwood floors throughout first floor. Huge master suite w/his & hers walk-in closets & en-suite five piece master bath & 3 huge bedrooms another four piece bath & laundry room on the 2nd floor. The finished bonus room on the third floor complete w/its own attached full bathroom could be used as a 5th bedroom or game room/media room. Whole house wired for generator, water treatment system included. The “green area” w/lots of mature landscaping, an in-ground fiberglass saltwater pool a rear deck with 5 person hot tub.
Call Chuck at 804-335-5241 to checkout this awesome quiet retreat. A Y ER ANT RR A W
Ivy Banks/ Kings Charter JUST REDUCED $45K
ROYAL GLEN
Absolutely ready to move into! A custom kitchen to die for! Features custom maple cabinets w/granite countertop & a granite back splash. This rear staircase plan features a large breakfast nook w/ceramic tile. Open floor plan w/9-foot ceilings. 4th bedroom currently being used as office. Hwd floors in the foyer & the dining rm. Enjoy the screened porch. This house has many upgraded features in addition to the kitchen: the heat pump has been replaced w/a high efficiency system, a new gas hot water tank & new outside light fixtures. Nicely manicured lot w/a paved driveway. Sellers are providing a one year ERA buyer’s warranty. $273,950
Please call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969 ICE D PR UCE D RE
1233 Mill Road
Come see this maintenance free 3 bedroom, 2 full bath rancher that sits perfectly on 2.18 acres. Exterior offers vinyl siding, country porch, storage shed w/ electricity, circular drive, 16 X 16 rear deck, heat pump, and lots of nature. Interior offers cathedral ceiling in the family room, gas fireplace, French doors from the Dining room open to the large rear deck. Kitchen has lots of cabinet space and a built-in microwave. Master Suite has master bath, large closets, and ceiling fans throughout! $179,950.
Call Kevin Morris 804-652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts 804-382-6899.
Custom Built – PRIVATE LOT Crown Colony
Call Mark 804-840-7022 ERA Woody Hogg and Assoc
804-363-6661
Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969 for more information. A Y ER ANT RR WA
MODEL HOME on 5 ACRES
Custom model home boasts 2,700 sq ft, 4 bedrms, 2.5 Ba, side entry 2 car garage, & sits on 5 private acres. Home is loaded w/ upgrades. Lg family room w/hardwood flooring, brick fireplace, recessed lighting. Custom gourmet kitchen has 42’ cherry cabinets, granite countertops, custom island w/downdraft range & wine rack, wall oven, bright morning room. Master retreat has his & hers closets, sitting area, tray ceiling, & master bath w/ jetted tub, ceramic shower, and double vanity. Included artisan well, rear deck, & maintenance free exterior. $284,950.
Call Kevin Morris for details at 804-652-9025 A Y ER ANT RR A W
Beautiful Rancher As Low As $817 A Month
100% financing available! Three bedroom, 2 full bath, almost 1,300 sq/ft transitional ranch. It offers hardwood flooring & cathedral ceilings in the oversized Family Rm w/large Gas Fireplace. Spacious Eat-in Kitchen w/ Bay Windows, Oak Cabinets, New Dishwasher, New Hot Water Heater, Refrigerator Conveys, and EXTRA Large Rear Deck. The home sits on 1.23 Acres with 1 year home warranty. $139,950.
Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts at 804-382-6899
Hartford Oaks
Beautiful spacious two story home with lake view access on an acre lot in Hartford Oaks! This home features a gas fireplace, oversized ‘heated’ rear entry garage, new ceramic tile floors and counter in all bath room, stainless steel appliances, new granite kitchen counter tops, new carpet, gazebo and much more. This home also has five bedrooms and 2 1/2 bath. Enjoy fishing and boating in the 12 acre community lake. Paved driveway serves as a great basketball court! Seller is providing a one year buyers warranty. All this located in the Hanover High School District! $349,950.
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Black Creek Estates
All brick Rancher on 5 acres with paved driveway! Features 4 Bedrooms 3 Full Baths, finished basement, oversized 2 car garage, updated kitchen with granite countertops. Lovely family room with brick fireplace; the windows were recently replaced. All appliances will convey. The sellers are providing a one year ERA buyer’s warranty. $277,950.
Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969
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Lereve Manor Rancher
Please Call Jeremy Roberts at 804-382-6899 or Kevin Morris 804-652-9025
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With over 3,200 sq ft., this home offers great architectural features with the LATEST in UPDATES. New Stainless Steel Appliances/Granite Brick home has 4/5 bedrooms w/walk out basement or possible/In-Law Countertops. Super layout, with large living spaces and bedrooms. FIRST Suite to unbelievable deck/stone patio/play set. Home is loaded w/upgrades FL LUXURY Master Suite. 4 or 5 bedrooms, 2 full and 1 half bath. 21x21 Granite, Hardwood, Tile and Etc. Great for kids with pools/tennis in great deck. Six person HOT TUB! www.LBartlettRealtor.com $385,000. school district. This home is priced to sale and is a must see. $399,900. Call Laurel Bartlett for more information.
Large vinyl sided, one-owner rancher on a half acre wooded lot! The paved driveway will accommodate several cars. Features 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths! The sunroom leads out onto the deck overlooking the private rear yard. There is a formal dining room and an eat-in kitchen. The family room has a brick, wood burning fireplace. Most of the rooms have gorgeous hardwood floors that look like new! This extremely wellmaintained home awaits your family! $239,950.
Rancher On 5 Acres
Beautiful 3 bedrm, 2 full ba, 1325 sq ft rancher that sits on 5.4 acres. Maintenance-free vinyl siding, large rear deck, a deep well, attached storage shed, and lots of nature!! The interior is pristine w/a nice and bright family room w/vaulted ceiling. The eat-in kitchen has custom 42’ cabinets with crown molding, dishwasher, and lots of counter space. The master bedroom is huge w/a large walk-in closet, ceiling fan, & master bath w/double vanity. $154,950.
New Bethesda
Separate apartment with full kitchen, full bath, living room, den and bedroom. (Restrictions apply so call Woody for details. but this is a first class unit). Main home is all brick with custom cabinets, brick fireplace with 5 bedrooms! This is situated on 2 acres in the Hanover High School District! The 3 bay garage has 12-ft. ceilings, which is perfect for a car collector or will accommodate a large boat. The garage has a half-bath plus it is heated! This is an unusual find and perfect for a family that needs a second dwelling! $364,950
Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969 for more information A Y ER ANT RR WA
FOXLAIR
Loved & cared for 3 bedrm, 2.5 bath home located on a private lot that is great for entertaining! This home offers maintenance free vinyl siding, heat pump/central air, paved driveway, large rear deck, & professional landscaping. Interior boasts family room w/fireplace & new carpet, living room & dining area w/refinished hardwood flooring & formal moldings. Eat-in kitchen w/hardwood flooring, bay window, & lots of cabinets. Large master suite with walk-in closet, ceiling fan, & master bath. $194,950.
Contact Kevin Morris 652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts 382-6899. A Y ER ANT RR WA
Mechanicsville…
This is a must see in Mechanicsville. Very well maintained inside and out brick rancher with paved driveway. Newly remodeled kitchen with a gas fireplace a huge family room in basement with gas fireplace. Also large bonus room /game room and a 16x12 laundry room, 9x12 work shop in basement with a half bath off utility room. And the home comes with a one year (AHS) warranty. Seller will pay $5,000 in closing cost. $199,995.
Call Garry Smith for details at 804-909-9626
New To Market–7387 Park Drive Mechanicsville Brick Ranch w/Apartment/Man Cave/Shop/Office-This Multi-purpose space contains its own HVAC, 220 & 120 AMP Electrical, plus a full ba, great rm, bedroom, plenty of storage, attic, & cabinetry. The Original Home contains: Living Rm, Family Rm. 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, LARGE Eat-in Kitchen w/plenty of cabinet/counter space. Plus Hardwood & Ceramic Tile Flooring. CARPORT/PATIO/FENCED LEVEL LOT!
Call Laurel Bartlett 804-363-6661
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Farrington–Ashland
Private 11.4 acres in Hanover County! Features a 7 stall barn which includes utilities, phone, water and a tack room, with fenced pasture. Perfect for horses or alpacas. This home features a first floor in-law suite with a living room, private bath and separate entrance! Lovely hardwood floors downstairs with a formal dining room. 5 total bedrooms and 3.5 baths! This home has 9-ft cathedral ceilings, two fireplaces: one wood burning and one gas log, a 3-zone heat pump unit and 2 electric hot water heaters. This home originally had a 2-car garage that was converted into a room which could be converted back into a full 2-car garage. Great location in Hanover County! $469,950.
All brick Rancher featuring 2-car attached garage and 1-car detached garage, which could also be used as a large storage shed. This home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac lot. Also features deck, irrigated yard and the home is well landscaped! Transitional floor plan with a vaulted ceiling in the great room. Updated kitchen plus a breakfast nook. Security system. Sellers are leaving all appliances! The Sun/Florida room has great natural light. Sellers are providing a one year ERA Buyers warranty. $329,950.
4999 Hanover Meadow Drive
45 Signboard Road
Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969
Berkeley Forest
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Sandy Valley
Maintenance free rancher on 2.12 acres! Lovely landscaped yard with a rear fenced-in yard and attached 2 car garage. This home has been recently updated with new appliances, new heat pump, new hot water heater and counter top. Large eat in kitchen with custom cabinets! Sellers are leaving the refrigerator and are providing a one year ERA buyer’s warranty! Located minutes from Interstate 295 makes it convenient also with the private feel of being in the country! $269,950.
Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969
Lereve Manor Fantastic 4 BR 3 Full Bath 1992 SF Split Foyer updated throughout. Kitchen with Bamboo floors, new counters, and stainless appliances, renovated bathrooms, double living areas, Rear Deck, Shed, and a One Year Home Warranty! $199,950.
Call John Thiel for details at 467-9022
8253 Prospect Lane
Wonderful solid brick rancher sitting on 5 acres in Hanover High School District. Formal LR and DR, eat in kitchen, family room with masonry fireplace, master bedroom with full bath, 2 other bedrooms and a full guest bath. Awesome 50’ x 26’ detached metal garage with doors that open on either end. $225,000
Steve Wills 427-5129
Rural Crosse
Maintenance free, move-in ready! Spacious great room, vaulted ceiling, gas FP and hardwood floors. Kitchen, dining room, laundry room, three bedrooms and two baths. Two car detached garage, paved driveway, deck, large lot and located in a cul-de-sac. $200,000
Kathy Carmichael 683-0011
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Country Charm in Bumpass, Virginia. This home features 3 nice sized bedrooms, two full baths, family room and huge eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet space. Situated on 1.5 acres, has a nice back deck and huge shed. Only 5 years old. $169,950
Kathy Carmichael 683-0011
June 27, 2012
7300 Jackson Arch Drive
Quality throughout! This home has 3 master bedrooms. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, built in surround sound, custom interior shutters and Closet Factory master closet. 9’ ceilings, gas fireplace, family room, Fantastic home in great condition. 3 Bedroom, 2 full bath transitional dining area, open kitchen, back deck, paved driveway and 1 car garage. ranch with a huge family room and open floor plan. Vaulted ceilings, nice size bedrooms, new roof, fenced in backyard, patio and a paved driveway. Maintenance free community. $3,000 towards closing costs.
Battlefield Green/Hanover High
Kathy Carmichael 683-0011
$179,950.
Call John Thiel for details at 467-9022
Transitional home w/crown molding throughout & a grand loft! Custom kitchen w/granite countertops & 9-ft. ceilings w/lake view! Full finished, walk-out basement, crown molding. The 1st floor has a grand entrance foyer w/double entry doors! The 2nd floor has 4 bedrms & 3 full baths, which includes the master suite w/deluxe upgraded master bath, tray ceilings, fitness room or home office w/French doors! The 3rd floor has a lg bedrm w/private bath. 3-car garage, paved driveway. All of the appliances p freezer. Buyer y warrantyy pprovided! $769,500. , conveyy except
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