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Rain can’t dampen thrill for the tomato By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com

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The 2012 Hanover Tomato Festival was dedicated to Hanover Fire/EMS. Chief Fred Crosby accepted the honor.

Storms may have rolled in for Saturday’s 2012 Hanover Tomato Festival, but they couldn’t dampen the spirits of the 31,000 people who came out to celebrate the county’s favorite fruit. Since 1978 when the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department sponsored the first-ever Tomato Festival, the event has continued to grow — and this year was no different. The grounds of Pole Green Park

in Mechanicsville were filled with activities, entertainment, food, vendors — something for everybody. And, as usual, taking center stage was the Tomato Tent, featuring those famous Hanover Tomatoes. Director Greg Sager of Hanover Parks & Rec said the festival was “probably on track” for a record attendance “had the weather cooperated. The folks Patrick Dobbs for The Local that came out had very positive David Harris, David Lynch an Drew Moser hammer a support in a wall demonstrating a Hanover comments.” see TOMATO, pg. 16

County Habitat for Humanity project during the 2012 Hanover Tomato Festival on Saturday at Pole Green Park. More photos from the event can be found on Community, page 9.

Post 175 celebrates historic season Charlie Leffler/The Local

Mechanicsville Post 175 celebrated after finishing the American Legion regular season with a perfect 18-0 record. With a 2-1 win over South Richmond on Sunday, Mechanicsville became the first American Legion team in 28 years to sweep the regular season. For complete details of this historic season, see page 34.

Gladstone, Millican take top HCSB posts By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local It was out with the old and in with the new at last week’s Hanover County School Board meeting in Ashland. Newly appointed Ashland District representative Hank Lowry attended his first meeting since his appointment two weeks ago, and was heartily welcomed to his new post by his fellow board members. The meeting also represented a change in chairmanship, as John F. Axselle III

gave up the gavel to long-time South Anna representative Ann F.H. Gladstone, who had served two terms as vice chair. Mechanicsville representative Glenn T. Millican Jr. was elected co-chair for the upcoming year. The transition was immediate as Axselle and Gladstone traded seats and good wishes and the proceedings proceeded. The board was temporarily puzzled by the packed house attendance, a rarity during see HCSB, pg. 4

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Atlee 2002 class to reunite Saturday The Atlee High School Class of 2002 reunion will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 21, at the James River Winery at 11008 Washington Highway in Glen Allen. The cost is $50 per person if registering between today and Friday, July 1820. The cost is $60 per person if registering the day of the reunion. To register, and for more information, visit www.wix. com/ahs2002reunion/10year-reunion.

15 EDUCATION Long & Foster volunteers spruce up grounds at Oak Knoll Middle School.

18 BUSINESS Covenant Woods gets ready for $78 million expansion project.

Boy Scout Troop 535 celebrating 40th anniversary Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com 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. They have learned life skills and some have passed their love of scouting to their sons.

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. Refreshments will be served and memories will be plentiful. For more information, contact Emily Gurley, (egurley@ vcu.edu) 382-1666 or Susan Garner, (scoutmom@comcast. net) 387-2351. Gurley asks past and present members to send photos from their scouting experience to be included in a slide show history of the troop.

38 SPORTS Local hero honored by Legion baseball.

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Suspect assaulted victim at location on Castle Tower Place. Unknown suspect damaged property at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident at location on Brooks Farm Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Colony Dr.

Unknown suspect stole items from location on Lesfield Ct.

Suspect stole items at location on Leadbetter Rd.

Unknown suspect stole item from location on Leadbetter Rd.

Suspect stole item at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at location on Marimel Lane.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Lickinghole Rd.

Suspect stole items at location on Mary Ann Lane.

Suspect stole item at location on Chamberlayne Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Bethany Church Rd.

Suspect was found in possession of controlled substance on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspects stole items at location on Atlee Rd.

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Sliding Hill Rd.

Suspect broke into location and stole items on Walnut Grove Rd. Unknown suspect damaged property at location on Garden Park Lane.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Lakeridge Pkwy.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Kings Dominion Blvd.

Unknown suspect damaged property at location on Colonial Estates Circle.

Suspect stole items at location on Theme Park Way.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Beaver Dam Rd. Suspect was found driving after being found a habitual offender at Mechanicsville Turnpike. Unknown suspect(s) fled the scene of an accident at location on Washington Hwy.

Suspects were found in possession of alcohol and under the age of 21. Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s information without permission on Shiloh Place.

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Suspects assaulted each other at location on Kiwi Lane.

Unknown suspect(s) fled the scene of an accident at location on Stronghold Dr.

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

Suspect struck victim’s vehicle and fled the scene at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect stole items at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Unknown suspect struck victim’s vehicle and fled the scene at location on Atlee Rd.

Suspect was driving after being declared a habitual offender at location on Washington Hwy.

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Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Sycamore Dr.

Suspect made annoying phone calls at location on Library Dr.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Old Ridge Rd.

Suspect fled the scene of an accident on Old Church Rd.

Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Washington Hwy.

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Suspect threatened victim at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect(s) broke into location and stole items on Gethsemane Ct.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Lakeway Dr.

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Jim Woodward spoke on behalf of the Hanover Lacrosse Club, but represented a full house of supporters for the growing sport. Parents, players and coaches urged the school board to begin a process that would gain VHSL recognition for the sport. More than 700 youths participate in lacrosse in Hanover County.

sport at any of the county’s schools. Woodward pointed out that the club teams do play by VHSL rules and compete against

VHSL schools, and taking the next step will add the final component. Representatives of club teams from all four high schools addressed the board, and urged them to act quickly so lacrosse could be certified for the 2013 season. That seems unlikely, considering the detailed process required to gain that designation. To achieve that end, Woodward said the parents, players and clubs are prepared to assist wherever needed to make the VHSL designation a reality, including financial support. “Our goal is to work with you to obtain VHSL status for both girls and boys JV and varsity lacrosse at all the high schools in Hanover County,” Woodward said. Woodward said the county is part of a national explosion in the popularity of lacrosse over the past several years, and Hanover teams have competed and been successful against the region’s finest programs. “In Hanover County alone, the number of students playing lacrosse over the last three years has tripled,” Woodward said. With four club teams that attract players on all levels, there are more than 700 students playing organized lacrosse in the county. Millican said he was unfamiliar with the process to establish a sport as VHSL certified. Woodward said he wasn’t sure either. Superintendent Jamelle Wilson said staff would prepare a report outlining that process and would continue the conversation at that time. “The program, the student athletes, the coaches and the parents are ready to take it to the next level, which is VHSL,”

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Ann F.H. Gladstone, right, of the South Anna District was elected chairman for the upcoming year at last week’s Hanover County School Board meeting. She is flanked by newly elected vice chairman Glenn T. Millican Jr. of Mechanicsville District.

dents about watershed issues Woodward said. In other business, science surrounding the Chesapeake Bay. She said the hands-on experiences have led to an increased awareness regarding pollution, wetlands and their ecological balance. Assistant superintendent Michael Thornton presented the board with a long-range plan for 2012-2018 outlining the goals and initiatives of the panel for the upcoming years. A committee that included citizens, staff and school board officials devised the plan over 16 weeks of meetings. The board will vote on the plan at next month’s meeting. School Board members also Jim Ridolphi/The Local Newly appointed School received an update on last year’s Board representative from the efficiency review conducted by Ashland District Hank Lowry an outside consulting firm. attended his first meeting last Terry Stone, director of week. Financial Operations, said the lead teacher Kim Dye presented system expects to implement a slide show highlighting the about half of the 48 recomsixth grade program that edu- mendations within the next two cates county sixth grade stu- years.

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OPINION | The Local Views

LETTERS

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Humble beginnings lead to a premier day When we look back at 1978, the news included U.S. Senate proceedings being broadcast on radio for the first time; serial killer Ted Bundy is captured in Pensacola, Fla.; Los Angeles’ Hillside Strangler serial killer claims a tenth and final victim; “Annie Hall” wins Best Picture at the 50th Academy Awards; Camp David Accords signed between Israel and Egypt; and the New York Yankees won the World Series. For Mechanicsville-area residents, that year is significant thanks to the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department, which started the Hanover Tomato Festival. It began as a small event that has nearly outgrown Pole Green Park. Oscar Watson of the BCVFD has been with the festival since day one. He continues to spearhead the centerpiece of the day: the Hanover Tomato. Since 1978, he has faithfully placed an order with Robby Dodd of Dodd’s Acres Farm in Black Creek. The two have helped to ensure the success of what we here in Mechanicsville consider “the” event of the year. Now that the 2012 festival is behind us, we have once again experienced and enjoyed another successful day filled with family, friends, fun, food and fellowship. Regardless of age, there’s something for everyone at the Hanover Tomato Festival. We are fortunate to have people like Watson and all the folks at the Black Creek VFD, the Tomato Festival Committee and Hanover Parks & Rec, as well as countless volunteers, who work year-round to bring this event together. While most of us show up to check out all the day has to offer, so many work tirelessly to make sure we have a good time. Thanks to all involved. Your efforts are much appreciated. And, after 34 years, without fail, we know that the Hanover Tomato Festival will bring us good times and make fond memories. As usual, that’s what happened on Saturday. We are blessed to have a dedicated community that organizes and supports this great day. Melody Kinser

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Thank you sometimes is just not enough As I write this it 3:30 a.m. on July 4. We still don’t have power, but we are coping. I couldn’t sleep so I am sitting on my bed writing this by the light of a lantern. You know when you have a lot of people to thank you usually start out by saying “First I would like to” and then you continue on to the next and the next. Well, to me, it seems like you are rating them by the order you place them. By no means am I doing that. I am placing them in order of how they interacted in the weather we had the last week of June and first week of July. So thanks to all of you! I would like to thank the true “first responders” to all of our calls for help. I bet you are thinking Fire/EMS, police and Animal Control. Nope. Stop and think for a minute: When you dial 911 or the non-emergency number who answers the phone? In our area it’s Hanover Emergency Communications. They are there for you 24/7 and 365 days a year. They go through weeks of grueling training, refresher training and constant challenges to become a communications officer. You are probably thinking, “Why, they only answer phones.” They do answer the phones and ask a lot of important questions — even though you may think they are stupid, like what is your address. Cell phones normally do not show the address the person is calling from and some phone companies also don’t show the address. They work with your information and enter it into computer systems using codes and numbers that route the call to the right area for dispatching to you. So, see, this is why they are the true “first responders” to your need. Trust me, I am not trying to de-value the importance of Fire/EMS, police and Animal Control. They do fantastic jobs and overcome great challenges while doing it. I had the honor and privilege of being a communications officer with Hanover for 1½ years before I became disabled. A whole lot of us lost our power at times during those storms. Before the power company could work on your lines they had to have people check to see if there were trees on them and broken poles. Help came in from surrounding states and even Canada to help clean up and fix the damage. I watched briefly a crew that was cutting the trees of the lines. Let me tell you something, it did not look like an easy job. They had people holding the trees so they could be cut off the lines, then guys that cut them up on the ground. One crew said they have to be careful when cutting that the tree doesn’t snap back at them or hit someone. They also have to watch the line cause once the tree is removed they are going to move.

The power crews were pulling out broken poles, putting new ones in the ground to start rewiring. It was amazing watching them attach the wires to the new cross beams on the top piece, have it lifted to the top of the pole and then connect it. Both of these crews spent a lot of hours in the heat working to restore our power. Did you ever stop to think that local crews may not have had power at their house? Remember when you see these people to say “Thank you” instead “When are you going to have my power on?” You also could offer them some bottled water to drink. A little kindness goes a long way. Now on to what we endured personally. We lost our power around 6 p.m. on June 26 and it was back on at 8:30 p.m. the next night. Not too bad. The rain was torrential; our front yard looked like a lake. At one point all we could see was rain out our windows; it looked like a wall of water around the house. Then we got nailed, to put it mildly, June 30 around 6 p.m. Thank goodness I had just finished grilling steak about 30 minutes earlier. The television announced that there was a tornado around Studley Road heading towards Quinton. Well, we are sort of in that path so we get prepared to hide in the bathroom with our three dogs. Meanwhile, our neighbor next door is on her back deck getting ready to grill. She said she heard this sound like a train, turned around, and saw the tornado in the sky coming our way. She took cover in her house with her dog. That was too close for comfort. We have a generator running to keep the refrigerator and one fan going. Luckily, we had kept empty jugs and filled them up with water just in case of storms. We have learned in the past to do this since we have a well and no power, no water. You know what that means. Running a generator off of gas gets expensive. We had three family members help us financially to make sure we see LETTERS, pg. 7

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had gas and bottled water to drink and cook with. Thank you Ashley, Larry and Mike for the money. My son Rick and his roommate Melessia offered a cool place to sleep, a place to shower and a home-cooked meal. Thanks, guys. During these couple of days we sat around listening to the radio, talking and laughing. I read some books and colored. When it cooled in the evening we would sit on the front porch with our dogs. I urge families to use times like these to get closer to each other. Talk with each other, not at each other. If you have board games and cards, dust them off and use them. Lots of people have special nights where they do this on a regular basis. There is life without the Internet, game stations and television. Remember, summer has just begun, so be prepared. I wish you all love, health and happiness. Pat Nelson Mechanicsville P.S. We got our power back on at 2:30 p.m. on the 4th. Happy Fourth of July!

To Christians and ministers Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a waste of time trying to respond directly to Raymond Germeroth for the rabid, disgusting bigotry in his letter in the June 27, 2012, Local, so, instead, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll aim my response to the other Christians, especially the ministers, in this area. Is this really the sort of

impression you want made in your name about your faith? The world over, and especially here in the U.S., church membership and attendance is dropping; an annual survey by a major Christian organization shows that those 30 and younger who agree with the statement â&#x20AC;&#x153;I believe in a God or higher powerâ&#x20AC;? has dropped 20 percent over the last decade; non-belief is the fastest growing segment of the religion universe. While there are certainly a lot of reasons for this, both statistics and common sense make clear that the sort of irrational, nonsensical hatred demonstrated by people like Mr. Germeroth may impress the few that share his generation and his hatred, but it alienates far, far more. So, ministers: If you want the descent of Christianity in this country to continue, keep supporting and encouraging this sort of ignorance and hatred. And to those that agree with Raymond, just remember that in the end youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re merely hastening your belief â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s demise. The kids of the current generation see that sort of hatred with the same disgust I had seeing my fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s belief that white men should own women and blacks. I outlived him, and made sure his bigotry died with him . . . and your bigotry will die with you. Steve Sneed Mechanicsville

cians and officials that needed some persuasion to see the light. Usually videos of key people having affairs with young girls or investigations of creative financing thefts were enough to make miracles happen. It is naive commentators and politicians who are claiming that the obviously blackmailed Supreme Court Chief Justice Roberts had a change of heart due to media pressure and compassion for the poor. Roberts knew his vote would enable our government to undo nearly all of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s left of our Constitution. Claims by Republicans that there is a bright side here in that the predicament that Roberts has created will bring about landslide changes in the leadership of our federal government in this November election are beyond ridiculous. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s look at the rapidly growing election fraud business and Republican effectiveness so far: â&#x153;&#x201C; No identification is required at most polling places anymore. â&#x153;&#x201C; Dead people have been voting Democrat by the tens of thousands for decades. In each election the number of dead voters increases by greater margins. â&#x153;&#x201C; Electronic computer voting machines are hacked into during storage, transport or manufacture. â&#x153;&#x201C; Many of these computerized voting machines are from Communist Venezuela. The Venezuelan government purThis smells like the work of chased the largest electronic Bill Clintonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goon squads. They voting machine company in the would dig up the dirt on politi- U.S. a couple of years ago.

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The Board of Directorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Development Committee of Covenant Woods recently awarded the J. Edwin Givens Educational Scholarship in the amount of $1,000 each to employees Rochelle David, Ashley Lofton and Catherine Onoh. In honor of the more than 40 years of service to Covenant Woods, the former Richmond Home for Ladies, by J. Edwin Givens, Covenant Woods raises and distributes scholarship funds to support the continuing education of its employees. This is the fourth year the

J. Edwin Givens Educational Scholarship has been awarded to employees wishing to further their higher education. Board Development chair Emily Elmore said of candidates, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The committee was impressed with all their achievements, their goals, their attitudes, and their desire to care for the health and happiness of the residents they work with.â&#x20AC;? Onoh is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in Health Care and pursuing her degree to become a registered nurse (RN). David is a LPN in Assisted Living and also pursuing her degree to become a RN. Lofton is a certified nursing assistant in Health Care and pursuing her degree

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, died on Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at the age of 85. Ralph was an active member of the First Baptist Church and Ruritan Club of Ashland. He lived in Ashland with his late wife, Mary, for over 20 years before moving in 2008 to the Imperial Plaza in Richmond. He is survived by his sister, Nita Young; children, Joe and Martha Breeding, David and Lisa Breed-

ing, and Liz and Mike Saniga; and his grandchildren, David, Bryan, Brandilynn, Kathy and Patrick. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Ashlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bus Fund. The memorial service was held on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at the First Baptist Church of Ashland, 800 Thompson St., Ashland, Va. 23005.

Leonard W. Gatewood, â&#x20AC;&#x153;PeeWeeâ&#x20AC;?, 69, of Ashland, passed away on July 9, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary L. Gatewood; and his parents, Pearl and Samuel Gatewood. He is survived by his son, William Scott Gatewood; sister, Alyene Clark and husband, Don; numerous extended loving family members; and devoted friends, Marvin and Lois Overby, Marie Johnson, Bill and Jackie Stanley. He retired after 50 years of service with the Ashland Shell. PeeWee attended the Ashland Church of God and was an avid fan of NASCAR. He was an Army veteran, serving with the Combat Engineers in Vietnam. The family received friends on Friday, July 13, 2012 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. A graveside service was held on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at Signal Hill Memorial Park.

Lawrence Matthew Kersey III, 62 of Hanover County departed this life on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at his home. He was born April 10, 1950 in Alexandria, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence M. Kersey, Jr., Corrinne M. Kersey and son, Lawrence M. Kersey IV. He is survived by two daughters, Dawn R. Johnson and her husband Scott and Dana M. Kersey; his wife of 38 years, Virginia M. (Sue) Kersey; two brothers, Vernon E. Kersey and Carlton J. Kersey; sister, Ann M. Kersey; grandchildren, Ashley L. Buck,

Samantha M. Tingen, Britany L. Tingen; 8 nieces and nephews; 18 great nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral service was held Thursday, July 12, 2012 at Storke Funeral Home, Bowling Green. Graveside services followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park, Hanover Courthouse. The family received friends at the funeral home, Wednesday, July 11 and Thursday, July 12, 2012. Flowers are welcome or memorial contributions may be made to VCU Massey Cancer Center P.O. Box 843042 Richmond VA 23284.

Grotto, serving as President of the Ladies Auxiliary, and was a member of the clown unit. She is survived by her son, David Martin; daughters, Lynn Collier and husband, Lowell, Carolyn Bennett and husband, Bobby; grandchildren, Andy Martin, Melissa Horton and Mark Collier; great-grandchildren, Hannah Martin, Jacob Martin and Mason Horton. The family received friends Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services were held Thursday, July 12, 2012. Graveside services were held at Ruth D. Lamb, 82, of Aylett, Signal Hill Memorial Park. formerly of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, July William V. McNemar 10, 2012. She was preceded in Jr., 89, of Richmond, passed death by her parents, Bennie and away July 6, 2012. He was preAddie Dorrier; her husband of 57 ceded in death by his wife, June G. years, Harry B. Lamb; and a sister, McNemar; and daughter, Kathryn Clara Deeds. She is survived by G. Brini. He is survived by his her children and their spouses, son, William V. McNemar III of Harry and Marlene Lamb and San Francisco, Calif.; daughters, Carolyn and Rev. James Newton Sara L. Palik of Mechanicsville Sr.; one brother, Maynard Dorrier; and Peggy G. Liddle of Richnine grandchildren, numerous mond; seven grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and many numerous great- grandchildren. other loving family members and He was born in Logan, W. Va. friends. She is also survived by a on Dec. 27, 1922, to Helen and special cousin, Evelyn Deeds; and William V. McNemar Sr. He a former daughter-in-law, Marwas a graduate of West Virginia garet Lamb. Ruth was a member University, a U.S. Army veteran, of Winns Baptist Church. After a Scottish Rite Mason, retired her retirement, she sewed for half Federal judge, and member of of Hanover County, but mostly River Road United Methodist loved spending time with her Church. The family received family and catching fish. The friends on Tuesday, July 10, family received friends Thursday, 2012 at the Parham Chapel of July 12, 2012 at Blileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Staples Woody Funeral Home, 1771 Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road, N. Parham Road. Services where funeral services were held were held on Wednesday, July Friday, July 13, 2012. Graveside 11, 2012 at the funeral home. services were held at Winns Graveside services were held Baptist Church Cemetery. atWesthampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions Leila Johnson Martin, may be made to the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 83, of Mechanicsville, passed away Hospital of Richmond, Brook Road Campus. Condolences at: at home on Sunday, July 8, 2012. She was preceded in death by her www.woodyfuneralhomeparham. husband, Richard Mason Martin. com. She was a member of the Samis see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 `

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Judy Jones Melton, 49, of Ashland, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 12, 2012. She was preceded in death by her mother, Christine Jones Sullivan. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Michael J. Melton; daughter, Jessica Lynn Melton; son, Christopher Bryan Melton; sister, Patricia Jones Wyant and her husband, Bill; mother-in-law, Louise Melton; brother-in-law, Steve Melton; sister-in-law, Lisa Tworek and her husband, Troy; and nieces and nephews, Beth Bailes, Erica Duggins, David Spratt, Laura Tworek, Matthew Tworek and their families; and her best friend, Amy Webb Kern and her husband, George. Born and raised in Fredericksburg, she graduated from Stafford High School in 1981. Judy worked at the National Bank of Fredericksburg with her mother Christine, who often had to come downstairs from her office and tell Judy to keep the laughing to a minimum. She was loved by all who met her. Judy’s warm and engaging personality instantly won over anyone she met. She touched the lives of many with her kind personality and genuine love for others. It was through that relationship at the bank that she and her husband, Mike, began dating, starting a relationship that lasted 29 years. After marriage they traveled together and lived in Germany for three years with the U.S. Army. Throughout their life together, Judy’s proudest accomplishment was that of being called “Mom” by her two children. Her nurturing, encouragement, and never ending support of her children through endless sessions of sports, academics, and social activities, proved time and again that they were the most important part of her life. Her time with us was cut unexpectedly short, but her enduring impact on her family, friends, and co-workers will never be forgotten. The family received see OBITUARIES, pg. 12 `

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sister, Ann Nunnally Gray, sistersin-law Helena C. Lewis, Judith Continued from pg. 11 b H. Lovic (Bob) and many nieces friends on Tuesday, July 17, 2012. and nephews. Mel was a lifetime member of Northminster Baptist A memorial service followed in Church as well as a member of the the Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Men’s Ready Sunday School Class for more than thirty years. He Ashland, Va. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory was a graduate of the 1944 class of old John Marshall High School of Judy to the American Cancer Society , 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen and was a member of F Company Allen, Va. 23060; or The Ashland in the John Marshall Corps of Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box Cadets. Following high school, he served for two years in the 667, Ashland, Va. 23005. United States Navy, being honorably discharged in 1946. Upon Melvin Baugh Nunnally returning to Richmond, Mel went Jr., 85, of Mechanicsville, passed to RPI (VCU) graduating in 1950 away peacefully at home on with a BA degree in Business Sunday, July 8, 2012. He was Administration. He worked for a devoted husband, father and Southern Biscuit Company in the grandfather. He is survived by Caribbean area, for Colgate Palhis wife of 58 years, Jacqueline molive, and in 1963 went to work Crump Nunnally; four sons and for Sun Life Assurance of Canada, daughters-in-law; Melvin (Binky) and retiring in 1987. During his B. Nunnally, III. (Debbie); David career, he qualified for numerous Crump Nunnally (Cathy); Lee insurance Leader awards. Mel, Stovall Nunnally (Amy); Scott from the time he was a child, Thomas Nunnally (Amy) and loved raising homing pigeons and seven grandchildren, Holly Held later in life exotic pheasants and (Chad), Justin, Melvin IV (Max), water fowl. His hobbies and interJessica, Avery, Sophie, Connor; est made possible his serving as a

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charter member of the Carolinas/ Virginia Pheasant and Waterfowl Society as well as secretary/treasurer and editor of the Wing Tips Magazine. He and his wife, Jackie, hosted the Carolinas/Virginia Water Fowl society International annual meeting and the Virginia Poultry Association many times. He was an avid gardener with a special interest in growing banana plants. Their travels included an African Safari to Tanzania, white water rafting down the Colorado River, Gauley River and exploring the Galapagos Isles. Mel was present for a celebration of his life on April 14, 2012, at his home. Services were held at Woody Funeral Home - Atlee Chapel, 9271 Shady Grove Rd. Mechanicsville on Monday, July 16, 2012 followed by a Service of Inurnment at Signal Hill Memorial Park, Dr. Charles B. Nunn officiated. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to SPOHNC.org (Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer).

Jacquelin Smith Sampson , If there was ever a woman who

embraced life and all its blessings, then Jacquelin Smith Sampson emulates all that defines courage, sacrifice, family, life, and love. As a lover of the water and the sport of fishing, Jackie knew a person would never catch much of anything standing on the bank. In fishing as in life, there’s a thrill to the anticipated catch. She hooked herself five grand citations: She was a faithful wife to her beloved husband, Jim, for 34 years; she was a devoted mother to her two dear daughters, Casey (Sampson) Bass, Melissa Sampson, and her son-in-law, Troy Bass; and she was an affectionate grandmother to her precious granddaughter, Raegan Abigail Bass. Regardless that Jackie fought a 20-year battle with cancer, she still remained optimistic, hopeful, and was always willing to cast her line out there and aim for what she wanted - a full restoration of her health. Our Jackie always put another hook on the line and got it back into the water; she had a will to win - a will to live - and refused to give in to defeat. Amongst family and friends in the comfort of her home on Saturday morning, June 30, 2012, this amazing woman, Jacquelin Smith Sampson, age 55, became one of God’s angels. Jackie was born July 25, 1956 in Richmond, Virginia, and she was a Hanover County girl all her life. She graduated from Lee-Davis High School in 1974, and she had successful careers in both the nursing and real estate industries.

Survivors include her parents, Arthur Smith (Pansy) and Dorothy Wade; and siblings, Jeff Smith, Tammy Vincent (Nicholas), Michele Lempke (Ted); motherin-law, Corine Sampson; and several other adoring relatives. She was preceded in death by her younger brother and best friend, Jimi Smith; and her father-inlaw, Hugh Sampson Sr. Relatives and friends are welcome at 8356 Raven Run Drive, Mechanicsville, Virginia 23111 on Saturday, July 28, 2012 from 5-8 p.m. for a Celebration of Life. Special thanks to her sisters, Tammy Vincent and Michele Lempke, to her sisterin-laws, Deb Cousins and Kathy Smith, and a dear family friend, Rachel Snoddy, for their help and support during Jackie’s transition from this beautiful life to her eternal life. Watching the river flowing so perfectly, so purposefully onward toward its ultimate destination can remind us all that we’re all headed somewhere - to Jackie’s heavenly paradise where she can listen to the birds and be in the spirits of the angels. Jackie now flows with ease, onward toward her individual paradise.

Leroy Savage, 85, left this earth on July 11, 2012 to join his precious children, Cheryl Harris and Keith Savage in Heaven. Mr. Savage is survived by his loving wife, Ann Savage; grandchildren, Seth Harris, Caleb Harris and Rebekah Harris; sisters, Barbara Chandler and Joyce Durbin; sisof controlled substance at location on Mountain Rd.

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Floyde E. Seay, 72, of Doswell, passed away on Saturday, July 7, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Barbara K. Seay; three children, Sandra Scott, B.J. and Mark Seay; four stepchildren, Paula Buck (Mark), Karla Tuckwiller (Matt), Karon Mills (Mark) and Kevin Kump (Christine); sisters, Muriel Walton, Ann Sacra, Peggy Satterwhite, Sandra Thomas and Donna Skinner; brothers, Thomas Seay and George Seay; 12 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Floyde was a mechanic and driver for C.W. Jackson Hauling for many years and he ended his working career with #1 Towing. The family received friends on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, where a memorial service was held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Doswell Volunteer Fire Company, P.O. Box 85, Doswell, Va. 23047 see OBITUARIES, pg. 13 `

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July 19, 2012 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 CreighContinued from pg. 12 b ton Pkwy, Mechanicsville. Graveside services will take Charles Sullivan, 84, of place in Illinois. Carrie was Mechanicsville, and formerly an avid scrapbooker, crossof Florida, passed away on stitcher, and coupon clipper. Wednesday, July 11, 2012. He She loved quilting, sewing and proudly served our country in Words with Friends. both the Army and the Navy. Charles loved being a fireman. Janet L. Vaughan, of He retired from Richmond City Fire Department, where Ashland, passed away peacefully Friday, June 29, 2012. She is they knew him as “Gasurvived by her sister, Evelyn tor.” Charles was extremely A. Lumpkin; nephew and his devoted to his family. He is family, J.B., Teresa, Jessica and survived by his loving wife Brad Atkinson. A memorial of 61 years, Helen Sullivan; service was held Friday, July sons, Neal Sullivan (Susan) and Charles Sullivan (Peggy); 6, 2012, at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 9271 daughter, Cindy Shifflett Shady Grove Rd., Mechanics(Dale); seven grandchildren; ville, Va. 23116. Condolences three great-grandchildren, may be offered at woodyfuincluding Toby and Mackneralhomeatlee.com. enzie. The family received

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friends at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23231, on Friday, July 13, 2012. A funeral service was held on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at the Nelsen Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services followed the service at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Highland Springs Church of the Nazarene, 6003 Hawks Lane, Sandston, Va. 23150.

Carrie Ann Van Buskirk, of Mechanicsville, passed from this life in the early hours of July 15, 2012 after a courageous battle with nonHodgkin’s Lymphoma. She is survived by two sons, Nathan and Austin Van Buskirk; a daughter, Devon Van Buskirk; her parents Bill and Billie Van Buskirk; a brother Chad (Angie); niece Ashley; nephew, Cade; grandmothers Maudie Church and Marilyn Van Buskirk; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Carrie was a faithful member of Fairmount Christian Church. A celebration of Carrie’s life will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday,

Mary Alice Vickery, 80, of Mechanicsville, passed away July 8, 2012, with her family by her side. She is survived by her daughter, Beth Ludeke and her husband, Jeff, whom she had lived with for the past 13 years; her son, John Vickery Jr.; two sisters, Margaret Gentry and Barbara Jean Bozzell; four granddaughters, Wendy, Laura, Meagan and Krista; five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mary will be missed by all of those whose lives she touched. She was a volunteer at St. Mary’s Hospital for the past 17 years and a member of Northminster Baptist Church. Her family received friends Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd., where services were held

Wednesday, July 11, 2012. Graveside services were held at Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society . Online condolences may be made at woodyfuneralhomeparham. com.

Family received friends at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va., where public viewing was held Friday, July 13, 2012, and funeral service were held Saturday, July 14, 2012. Graveside services were held at Roselawn Memory Gardens. Rev. J. Leo Coles officiated.

West and wife, Charmaine, of Ashland and John West and friend, Lisa Cooke, of Littleton, N.C.; six grandchildren that knew her as “Nanny West,” Christy Schwartz, Craig Epps, Wesley Schwartz, Whitney Schwartz, Scott Epps and Kacey West; and one brother, Clarence Hall Jr. Joyce enjoyed a passion for cooking, baking, and collecting cookbooks that will Ethel D. Wattie, of Beabe missed. The family received verdam, departed this life at Joyce Hall West, 75, friends at the Nelsen Funeral her residence July 10, 2012 at passed away on Monday, July Home, Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washage 101. She was preceded in 9, 2012 at her home in Glen ington Hwy., Ashland, Va., on death by her husband, SherAllen surrounded by her Wednesday, July 11, 2012. The man M. Wattie; two children, family. She was predeceased Fannie Elizabeth Meredith by her parents, Elizabeth and service was held in the chapel on and Ollie (Dan) Wattie. She Clarence Hall. She is survived Thursday, July 12, 2012. Graveside services followed at Winn’s leaves to cherish her memory by her husband of 58 years, Baptist Church in Glen Allen. In three children, Ethel Gladys Raymond “Bernard” West; Taylor of Mineral, Va., Franher children, Conde Schwartz lieu of flowers, please make doces Towsend of Arlington, and husband, Robbie, of Ash- nations to the American Cancer Va., and Sherman Wattie Jr. land, Betty Epps and husband, Society , 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. (Shirley) of Pleasantsville, N.J. Ronnie, of Dunnsville, Pete

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Swimathon to help send kids to camp Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ERA Woody Hogg and Associates, Ryan Homes, Royal Dominion Homes, Willie Goode’s Colonial Homecrafters LTD, Metropolitan Real Estate and Honey Meadows Subdivision are joining to sponsor a Swimathon next month to raise money to send children to the Muscular Dystrophy Association camp, which is held every year in Wakefield. The Swimathon will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11, at the Honey Meadows Pool and Clubhouse, which is located behind Chickahominy Middle School. In addition to the Swimathon, other free activities will be provided, as well as food and drinks. Participants do not have to swim. There will be prizes for the three top swim associations for their fundraising. To register to participate in the Aug. 11 event,

forms are available at the model homes in Honey Meadows, which is located off Atlee Station Road behind Chickahominy Middle or at ERA Woody Hogg and Associates at 9137 Chamberlayne Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-559-4644. The MDA camp is a week-long event for children that have Muscular Dystrophy. It is a chance for the children to get together and meet other children and have fun for a week. There are lots of activities they are able to enjoy that week that are not available to them. Participants said one of the most favorite things is their time at the pool. For most children, time at the pool is fun but many can enjoy it all summer long where many kids with Muscular Dystrophy only have that week. With that in mind, the sponsors decided to sponsor a Swimathon to help raise money to send kids to camp for the week.

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“I appreciate that the folks were understanding,” he said. “I was just impressed that they hung in there — what a resilient attitude.” Attendees held firm in taking in the sights, sounds and offerings of the event, which runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Even as storm clouds gathered and “a little bit of lighting was seen in the distance,” Sager said the crowd “let it go and went ahead and continued their activities. People were still smiling on their way [as the worst storm came in].” He summed up the day by saying, “We had an event where everyone enjoyed themselves — and they got home and it was a safe day.” Traffic, which has been an issue in recent years, “flowed freely and easily” into the event, Sager said. “Back-ups on Pole Green were minimal.” With the support of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s

“It took us a long time to extinguish the fire due to the collapse of the floor and the roof,” he added. “After we finally got it to where we could control it,” Jones said, “we entered the house safely.” He said it was “probably around 7 o’clock before we finally had it out.” Firefighters had to use 3,000 feet of hose. “That’s a task in itself,” Jones said. Five engines, an aerial ladder and a pumper responded to the scene. “Everyone was fine,” Jones said. “Very fortunate everybody was safe.” Three occupants of the house were taken by the American Red Cross to a hotel Sunday night. There were no injuries and Jones said crews rescued two newborn kittens. They were taken to a nearby veterinarian. The call was received at 3:49 p.m.

Office, Hanover Fire/EMS, the Tomato Festival Committee, Parks & Rec and volunteers, Sager said that entry traffic “was never more than a mile long. It’s the quickest we’ve ever gotten folks in, so that’s a testament to them — and the access road [used to exit] worked.” Chief Fred Crosby of Hanover Fire/EMS accepted the honor with the festival being dedicated to his department. Also recognized during opening ceremonies were Oscar Watson and the Black Creek VFD for their ongoing efforts with the 34-year-old festival. A highlight of the morning is the crowning of the Little Miss and Tiny Miss Tomato Festival Pageant. This year’s winners are Julia Reed, Little Miss, and Alexis Peele, Tiny Miss. The pageant, held on June 23, is directed by Lynn Watson. Winners and the contests are as follows: Coloring Contest: ages 5 through 7 — Sarah Meyer, 6, first place, and Maci Zazzaretti, 6, second place; and ages 8 through

10 — Samantha Marie Fishpaw, 10, first place, and Madison DuRocker, 9, second place. Tomato Recipes: Page Reece, Best Tasting; Donna Treacy, Best Overall Large, Reber Dunkel, Best Overall Small; Jennifer Dennison Mull and Dylan Mull, Smallest Ripe Tomato; Meredith Powell, Best Tasting Salsa; Meredith Powell, Best Tasting Hot Salsa; and Donna Treacy, Best Tomato Recipe. Best Dressed Tomato Contest: ages 4 through 6 — James Forrest, first place, and Surya (no last name), second place; ages 7 through 9 — Kelsey McGrath, first place, and Mikaela Higgs, second place; and ages 10 through 12 — Samantha Fishpaw, first place, and Amanda Carroll, second place. The Best Dressed Tomato is judged by the Optimist Club. The Hanover Tomato Festival, held the second Saturday in July, is presented by the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Hanover Parks & Recreation, The Herald Progress and The Mechanicsville Local.

Vilsack: new program will help victims of natural disasters faster Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced a package of program improvements that will deliver faster and more flexible assistance to farmers and ranchers devastated by natural disasters. Vilsack announced three significant improvements to decades-old USDA programs and processes related to Secretarial disaster designations: a final rule that simplifies the process for Secretarial disaster designations and will result in a 40 percent reduction in processing time for most counties affected by disasters; a reduced interest rate for emergency loans that effectively lowers the current rate from 3.75 percent to 2.25 percent; and a payment reduction on Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) lands qualified for emergency haying and grazing in 2012, from 25 to 10 percent. “Agriculture remains a bright spot in our nation’s economy and it is increasingly important that USDA has the tools to act quickly and deliver assistance to farmers and ranchers when they need it most,” said Vilsack. “By amending the Secretarial disaster designation, we’re creating a more efficient and effective process. And by delivering lower interest rates on emergency loans and providing greater flexibility for haying and grazing on CRP lands, we’re keeping more farmers in business and supporting our rural American communities through difficult times. With these improvements, we’re also telling American producers that USDA stands with you and your communities when severe weather and natural disasters threaten to disrupt your livelihood.” A natural disaster designation makes all qualified farm operators in the designated areas eligible for low interest

emergency loans. The Secretary of Agriculture is authorized to designate disaster counties to make disaster assistance programs available to farmers and ranchers. Previous to these changes, the process had been in place for more than two decades and regulations had not been substantively revised since 1988. The final rule for Secretarial disaster designations is amended as follows: ● Nearly automatically qualifies a disaster county once it is categorized by the U.S. Drought Monitor as a severe drought for eight consecutive weeks during the growing season. Effective July 12, 1,016 primary counties in 26 states will be designated as natural disaster areas, making all qualified farm operators in the designated areas eligible for low interest emergency loans from USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), provided eligibility requirements are met. ● Streamlines the USDA Secretarial designation process, which is expected to provide better service to farmers and ranchers by reducing by approximately 40 percent the amount of time required for designating a disaster area. ● Removes the requirement that a request for a disaster designation be initiated by a state governor or Indian tribal council, increasing the likelihood that counties will be covered. Indian tribal councils and governors may still submit a request for a designation, but it will not be required in order to initiate a disaster declaration. ● The same criteria currently being used for triggering a disaster designation will apply: a county must either show a 30 percent production loss of at least one crop countywide, or a decision must be made by surveying producers to determine that other lending institutions are not able to provide emergency financing. During times of need,

USDA has historically responded to disasters across the country by providing direct support, disaster assistance, technical assistance, and access to credit. USDA’s low-interest emergency loans have helped producers recover from losses due to drought, flooding and other natural disasters for decades. While the current emergency loan interest rate was set in 1993 at 3.75 percent, commercial farm loan and other FSA farm loan interest rates have since been reduced without a corresponding reduction in the emergency loan rate. By reducing the interest rates to 2.25 percent, emergency loans immediately come into line with other rates in the marketplace and provide a muchneeded resource for producers hoping to recover from production and physical losses associated with natural disasters. As part of ongoing efforts to provide greater flexibility in service to American agriculture, USDA also announced that the annual rental payment by producers on CRP acres used for emergency haying or grazing will be reduced to 10 percent in 2012, instead of 25 percent, in response to the seriousness of the drought gripping large portions of the United States. USDA encourages all farmers and ranchers to contact their crop insurance companies and local USDA Farm Service Agency Service Centers, as applicable, to report damages to crops or livestock loss. In addition, USDA reminds livestock producers to keep thorough records of losses, including additional expenses for such things as food purchased due to lost supplies. More information about federal crop insurance may be found at www.rma.usda.gov. Additional resources to help farmers and ranchers deal with flooding may be found at http:// www.usda.gov/disaster.

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the new expansion,” Tim Johnson, president and CEO of Covenant Woods, said. “Interest in the new expansion has come from as far north as Rhode Island and as far south as Florida, although 70 percent of our depositors or ‘Trailblazers’ come from the greater Richmond area.” This is the second expansion undertaken by Covenant Woods since opening its doors in Hanover in 2001. With the senior living market seeing double-digit growth over the next decade and the Baby Boomer generation turning 65, it was clear to Covenant Woods’ leadership to move forward in breaking ground. “Our 75-acre campus gives us enough room to increase the size of the community while maintaining the beautiful and open natural setting that residents enjoy,” Johnson said. The expansion is scheduled to take two years to complete with the 22 freestanding cottages expected to be completed by the end of 2013 and The Lodge and its amenities to finish by the end of 2014. For more information, call 804-5698000 or visit www.covenantwoods.com.

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The Hanover Pound at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland has this cat and dog for adoption. “Jo” is a 5-year-old long hair Orange Tabby and “Gingerbread” is a 10-year-old long hair Calico. Both of these girls have been housemates. They are very friendly and love to cuddle. They are up-to-date on all shots. They both have been spayed and are FELV/FIV (negative). “Radar” is a 2-year-old brown and white Pitbull mix. He is a very handsome and friendly fella. He is up-to-date on all shots. He has been neutered and is Heartworm (negative). For more information on adopting Missy or Jam, or any of the other animals at the Hanover Pound, call 365-6485. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty.animalshelternet.com/.

The time has come to start planning for the 2012 National Night Out in Hanover County, which will be observed on Tuesday, Aug. 7. “If your community is planning to have a National Night Out event on Aug. 7, or you would like more information about National Night Out, we would like to hear from you,” Sgt. Chris R. Whitley of the see NIGHT, pg. 19

Workshop to focus on home-based food production It happens all the time. Someone makes Grandma’s pickles or Aunt Betty’s chowchow and people admire it and say, “You should sell this.” But producing acidified foods such as pickles may not be as easy as it sounds, and, if not done properly, harmful bacteria may be present in the foods. Thanks to the Food Science and Technology Department of Virginia Tech and Virginia Cooperative Extension, there is help on the horizon. The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) is announcing a training workshop designed for those home-based cooks with a must-sell product: the Better

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Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office said. Those planning to participate, or seeking additional details, can contact Deputy Barry Bland at 804-365-7116 or by e-mail at bwbland@hanovercounty.gov by Tuesday, July 24. Whitley said the July 24 date is necessary “so that we can make plans to stop by and thank the community for their support in keeping our com-

Process School will be presented Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 15-16, at the Virginia Tech Richmond Center at 2810 Parham Road, Suite 300, Room 333, in Richmond. The deadline for registration and submission of full payment is Wednesday, Aug. 1. The registration fee includes a student text book, training, lunch on both days and examinations. The cost is $250 per person and space is limited to 40 people. Certificates of completion will be prepared and mailed to each person who successfully completes the course Topics include Microbiology of Thermally Processed Foods, Acidified Foods, Food Container Handling, Equipment Instrumentation

and Operation for Thermal Processing Systems, Principles of Food Plant Sanitation, Principles of Thermal Processing, Recordkeeping for Product Protection and Container Closure Evaluation for Glass, Flexible and Semi-rigid Containers. Instructors will give examinations throughout the course and will grade them quickly so that students are aware of their progress. Successful completion of the Better Process Control School certifies supervisors in the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Part 114, which states: “All plant personnel involved in acidification, pH control, heat treatment, or other critical factors of the operation shall be under the

operating supervision of a per- the Hanover County Extension Office at 804-752-4310. son who has attended a school approved by the Commissioner [of Agriculture] for giving instruction in food handling techniques, food protection principles, personal hygiene, plant sanitation practices, pH controls, and Critical factors in acidification.” “During the previous legislative session, several producers expressed an interest in having this training available,” said Matthew J. Lohr, VDACS commissioner. “I am delighted that Virginia Tech is able to offer these courses at a lower than normal cost and to offer a course in central Virginia. ” For more information, contact Dr. Karleigh Bacon at 540231-6806, kbacon@vt.edu or

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flowers and plants; Chili Llama Farm, vegetables and plants; Deer Run Farm, vegetables and berries; Dragonfly Farms, grassfed beef, lamb, eggs, vegetables and plants; Mike Wiblin, vegetables and plants; Philhower Farm, vegetables; Rain or Shine Greenhouse Gardens, hydroponic lettuce and greens, bagels and soft pretzels; Sandridge and Sons Honey, comb honey; and Village Garden, vegetables and plants. Lee said the idea for a local farmers market came as a result of a church-wide strategic plan-

ning process that was approved in 2010. “We are excited about the opportunity to help local growers with a midweek market,” he said. The market’s ministry goals are threefold: ❍ NHBC seeks to share the Good News by helping to build community within our local neighborhoods specifically by providing a healthy way for neighbors to gather and connect with each other and with NHBC on a regular basis.

❍ Connecting God’s call to environmental stewardship to the foods we eat, stewardship of resources, and reducing the carbon footprint of what we eat. ❍ Educating patrons with practical ways to maintain the connection with the sources of their food; and helping to fill the growing demand for fresh, locally grown and prepared foods. For more information, visit the church website at www. newhighlandbaptist.org or call 804-550-9601.

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Middle school students are invited to participate in the 2012 Summer Book Chats at Hanover County middle school libraries. This year’s theme will be “Responding to Disasters.” Students will be able to join in a book discussion with Hanover County first responders about how they and others, including the characters in the books, respond to the challenges of disasters.

The books and schedule are as follow: ✏ “Life As We Knew It” by Susan Pfeffer — 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 22, at Oak Knoll Middle School. ✏ “Earthquake Terror” by Peg Kehret — 11 a.m. to 1p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 22, at Liberty Middle School. Students are urged to bring a lunch. ✏ “Dead and Gone” by Susan Pfeffer — 3 to 4 p.m. on

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The Hanover County Cannery at 12491 Taylor Complex Road in Ashland is open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays in July and most of August. It also will be open on Saturdays in September and October. Hours for processing foods are: ❍ 4 to 7 p.m. Mondays (the Cannery closes at midnight). ❍ 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays (closes at 3 p.m.). ❍ 8:30 to 10 a.m. on

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The New Highland Baptist Church has joined with local farmers and producers to launch a community Farmers Market, which is held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays through Sept. 5 on the church’s recreation field adjacent to its picnic pavilion at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in the Atlee area of Hanover County, directly across from the Ashcreek subdivision. Items offered include fresh honey, locally grown fruits and vegetables, eggs, meats, herbs and handmade crafts. The market manager is Trevor Buckley, who oversees the operations, and the point of contact from the church is Mike Sandridge, of Sandridge and Sons Honey. New Highland applied for and received a grant from the Dover Baptist Association to help with start-up funds for the market. This enabled funding for advertising, signs and administrative costs. According to Dr. Robert Lee, senior pastor, 11 vendors have been participating and the list continues to grow. Those vendors are: B&H Farm, vegetables; Bluebird Produce, vegetables; Blue Ridge Companies, cut

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Emily Oliver is the recipient of the 2012 Pamplin Leader Award at Atlee High School. The Pamplin Leader Award is a one-year, $1,000 tuition scholarship to Virginia Tech. It is presented annually to a top student from each public high school in Virginia. It was established by Robert B. Pamplin Sr. (VT Class of 1933) and Robert B. Pamplin Jr. to acknowledge students with a record of outstanding academic achievement that is balanced with a commitment to community service and leadership experience.

L-DHS Class of ’87 seeks alumni Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1987 is looking for alumni for its upcoming 25th year class reunion, which is scheduled for Oct. 6. If you are a classmate or know someone who is and no longer in the area, go to leedavisreunions. com to update information.

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Animal Control officers are enforcing Hanover County’s requirement that all dogs four months of age and older are licensed. All dogs and cats four months of age and older must be vaccinated for rabies as required by law. “We are especially vigilant

and up are required to have tags and a valid license, which indicates to everyone that the animal has been vaccinated for rabies, a deadly disease that is untreatable in animals and is fatal in 100 percent of occursee DOG, pg. 24

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The Northside Baptist Church in Mechanicsville recently presented Vacation Bible School with the theme, “Discovering God in Nature.” These photos show the children participating and enjoying the many activities and events offered. In the photo above, Scott, who is the senior pastor at the church, is a ventriloquist who incorporates his characters into his ministry.

in neighborhoods that we’ve gotten calls and concerns in,” Kevin M. Kilgore, chief of Animal Control, said. “We try to be proactive and help keep our community safe from both free-roaming animals and rabies.” All dogs four months of age

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Local goes to China Photo submitted by Les Kirby

Les and Carolyn Kirby of Mechanicsville recently visited China and took along a copy of The Mechanicsville Local. The couple, who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary, visited the Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Summer Palace and Tiananmen Square in Beijing, the Great Wall at Badaling, and the cities of Shenyang and Tianjin. The Kirbys are shown at at the Temple of Heaven in Beijing.

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Senior Travel Commission gets ready for fall trips

he Hanover Senior Travel Commission has three trips planned this fall, starting with an Oct. 8-9 excursion to the American Mountain Theatre in Elkins, W.Va. American Mountain Theater considers itself West Virginia’s first and only “Branson style” music and comedy variety show. The show is being partnered with a four-hour train ride aboard the “New Tygart Flyer.” The bus will depart from the Shady Grove United Methodist Church and Ashland Shopping Center. The cost of the trip is $450 single, $390 double, $370 triple,

$360 quad, and includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, overnight hotel accommodations, baggage handling (one large bag per person), one continental breakfast, one enhanced continental breakfast, two lunches, two full course dinners, History of American Music Show, American Mountain Theater Production, four-hour train ride aboard the “New Tygart Flyer,” driver gratuity, and refreshments aboard motorcoach. A registration form along with $100 deposit is due at registration. The remaining balance must be paid in full by Sept. 5. The next trip will be an Oct. 25 fall tour with lunch at the Peaks of

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for lunch, and refreshments served aboard the motorcoach. Three trips — American Payment in full is due by Oct. 4. Mountain Theater, A candlelight Christmas tour of Peaks of Otter and Murfreesboro, N.C., is scheduled for Murfreesboro, N.C. — Thursday, Dec. 6. are scheduled. Once arriving in Murfreesboro, you’ll stroll along the Historic District’s candlelight streets and Otter as well as a private, guided walkways (encompasses about four tour through the National D-Day city blocks). Memorial situated at the base of the Visit 12 historically significant Blue Ridge Mountains. homes and buildings where you’ll The cost per person is $99 and be served traditional holiday food at includes round-trip motorcoach each stop with your last stop, includtransportation, lunch at Peaks of ing a plated, sit-down Christmas Otter Lodge, admission and tour at dinner. D-Day Memorial, stop at Orchard Each site will have seasonal decoFarm, driver gratuity, tax and gratuity

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“The bottom line is that people need to have their pets licensed and vaccinated,” Kilgore said. “It’s a public health and safety issue.” You may be fined $25 for failing to purchase a dog tag. A license costs only $6 for one year, $11 for two years and $15 for three years with a valid rabies vaccination throughout each period. They are on sale throughout the year and must be on the dog at all times. Dog licenses are sold at the county treasurer’s office and at 10 additional locations throughout the county. For more information on purchasing a dog tag, visit http://www.co.hanover.va.us/ treasurer/etc-dog.htm Any dog found without a valid Hanover dog tag is considered “unlicensed” until his owner can prove otherwise. Wearing a tag of any kind also ensures that the Animal Control authorities know that may have a legal owner and may greatly assist Animal Control if the dog or cat does happen to get lost or stolen. “If people would simply put a tag on their pet, then it would

rations and musical entertainment. The cost per person is $89 and includes round-trip motorcoach transportation, candlelight Christmas tour with dinner, holiday snacks, tax and gratuities on inclusions, and driver gratuity. Payment in full is due by Nov. 9. For a detailed itinerary, or more information on this trip, call Connie Alexander at 804-749-4592 or Hanover County Parks and Recreation at 804-365-7150. Information submitted by Lisa Walker, Hanover Parks and Recreation, recreation coordinator, Marketing Media/Athletics.

help us save the lives of animals every year,” Kilgore said. For more information, call Hanover County Animal Control at 365-6485. Information about rabies Rabies is a preventable viral disease that infects the central nervous system, causing encephalopathy (altered brain function and/or structure) and ultimately death (www.cdc.gov/ rabies/about.html). It is usually transmitted in saliva by the bite of an animal that has the disease (you cannot get rabies from blood). Only mammals can get rabies. Snakes, fish, birds and other animals that are not mammals do not acquire rabies (www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/ kidsrabies/FastFacts/rabies. htm). Animals that have the virus may not act normally. Some may act very aggressively and others may appear tame and harmless. You can’t determine if an animal has rabies by looking at them or observing their behavior. When a person is bitten, the Health Department may recommend testing or observation of the biting animal, if it is avail-

able. In situations where the suspect animal cannot be located the Health Department may recommend rabies prophylaxis. Rabies prophylaxis is a treatment that may prevent rabies in humans if administered before symptoms develop. The following steps can be taken to prevent rabies. ✓ Make sure that cats and dogs get and stay vaccinated. ✓ Never approach or play with wild animals. ✓ Avoid contact with strays. ✓ Properly secure trash and pet food so that it does not attract wild animals. ✓ If bitten, wash the wound well with soap and water, report the incident as soon as possible to Animal Control and the Health Department, and seek medical attention. ✓ Encourage children not to approach stray or wild animals. For more information, call the Hanover County Health Department or Hanover County Animal Control or visit www.vdh.virginia.gov/ Epidemiology/DEE/Rabies/. Information submtited by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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County seeks support for school supply drive The school year may have just ended, but plans are already in motion to ensure that all students are prepared to go back to class next fall. The Hanover County Department of Community Resources and Hanover County Public Schools have teamed up to launch Ready, Set, School!, the county-wide school supply drive that benefits children in need attending our local public elementary, middle and high schools. To help collect donations, school buses will be parked outside of Walmart Supercenter at 145 Hill Carter Parkway in Ashland and the Rutland Kroger at 9351 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday,

Aug. 4. It’s easy to remember that date because it’s the Saturday of the annual Sales Tax Holiday. Faith-based organizations, community groups and individuals that perform their own collections to support school children are encouraged to drop off their donations at one of the collection locations on Aug. 4. Supplies will then be driven to a central location, sorted by volunteers and distributed to the schools based on need. “We have streamlined the collection and distribution system this year to make it more manageable,” Laura

Robertson, youth services specialist, at the Hanover County Department of Community Resources, said. “In previous years, citizens were encouraged to drop off donations at government locations or directly to the schools. By designating two dropoff points at easily accessible locations we are making it more convenient for citizens to contribute. Also, by further streamlining distribution we are ensuring that more students in need are receiving supplies.” Parents and students in need of school supplies are asked to contact their school counselor for assistance. The list of school supplies that are

Mechanicsville cadet at VMI selected for rank Virginia Military Institute Cadet Thomas Battiata ’13 of Mechanicsville has been named the executive officer of the VMI Corps of Cadets. As second in command of the Corps, his responsibilities include overseeing the training of

the incoming cadet class. The highest cadet rank of captain was assigned to 22 of the 365 cadet leaders selected to guide the Corps through the 2012-13 academic year. Battiata is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph G.Battiata of Mechanicsville.

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most needed can be read at http:// www.co.hanover.va.us/commres/programs_HPromise.htm For more information about Ready, Set, School, contact Robertson

at larobertson@hanovercounty.gov or 804-365-4180. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

Cooling Assistance available to eligible households The Hanover County Department of Social Services is accepting applications for the Cooling Assistance program, which runs through Aug. 15 or until the money has been spent. Cooling Assistance, offered through the Virginia Department of Social Services Energy Assistance Program, helps eligible households meet costs related to cooling one’s home. This can include: ☞ Payment of electric bills (up to a determined maximum) to operate cooling equipment. ☞ Payment of security deposits for electricity to operate cooling equipment. ☞ Repair of a central air conditioning system or heat pump. ☞ Purchase of a wholehouse fan, including ceiling or attic fans. ☞ The purchase and installation of one window unit air conditioner for households where there is no unit or where the unit needs to be replaced. To be eligible, the household must have at least one

vulnerable individual aged 60 or older, disabled or a child under age 6. Assistance is based on the availability of funds and is first-come, first-serve. Renters must have written permission from their landlord to make alterations or improvements to the property in order to be eligible. Sheila Crossen-Powell, director of Hanover County Social Services, said, “We urge anyone who would like to know more about the cooling assistance program to call us at 365-4100.” An eligible household can receive more than one type of assistance per application and may apply more than once during the cooling season, but only one member of a household may apply. Financial eligibility is based on income only. Income levels cannot exceed federal poverty guidelines by more than 30 percent. Applicants must provide proof of income for all household members. Electric utility bills must be in the name of a household member or the ser-

vice address must be the same as the applicant’s address. The Energy Assistance application has been updated and must be used to apply for Cooling Assistance. It can be accessed on the web at or it can be requested by calling the Hanover Department of Social Services at 365-4100 or on the web at www.dss.virginia.gov/ benefit/ea/cooling/index.cgi. The completed application can be mailed, faxed to 3654110 or returned in person. All applications must be signed by the applicant. The Hanover County Department of Social Services is located at 12304 Washington Highway in Ashland. Applications also can be sent to the new DSS satellite office at 8475 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. For more information about the Cooling Assistance program, call the Hanover Department of Social Services at 365-4100 or stop by the office. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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The marriage of Christine Mary Romine of Lynchburg, daughter of Kevin and Dawn Romine, to Travis Scott Anderson of Mechanicsville, son of Scott and Sheila Anderson, took place June 23, 2012 at Auburn Baptist Church in Riner, Virginia. Pastor Shake Smith officiated. The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents. The maid of honor was Miss Monica Romine, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Amanda Scheuerman, Miss Tiffany Romine and Miss Angela Romine, all sisters of the bride. The flower girl was Kate Durant. The best man was Mr. Justin St. Clair. Groomsmen were Mr. Kevin Anderson, brother of the groom, Mr. Aaron Hazelgrove, and Mr. Jordan Pinkard. The ring bearer was Roman Durant. The bride and groom are both graduates of Virginia Tech. She is currently employed at Intrexon. He will be teaching this Fall at Roanoke County Public Schools. The couple honeymooned at Walt Disney World and they reside in Blacksburg.

Brent and Christine Sprouse of Mechanicsville are proud to announce the arrival of their son Carson Allen Sprouse. Carson was born on April 12, 2012 at 10:47 a.m. at Memorial Regional Medical Center. He weighed 7 lbs 15 oz. and was 20.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by his loving big sister Katelyn. Proud grandparents are Dave and Linda Cryer of Urbanna and Ronald and Harriett Tate of Gum Spring. Excited family members include uncle Mike, aunt Carrie and big cousin Colin Sprouse of Glen Allen and aunt Stephanie, uncle Kevin and big cousin Jake O’Dell of Mechanicsville. Special thanks to Dr. Kimberly Galgano, Dr. Kristin Shraa, Mary Ann, Terri Page and the wonderful nurses at MRMC for bringing our sweet baby boy into the world. In loving memory of “Big Daddy” Gerald Allen Sprouse.

Christen and Brandon Baker of Henrico are proud to announce the birth of there son Brandon Louis Baker Jr. born June 29, 2012 at 5:20 p.m. He weighted 6 lbs 11 oz. and measured 20in long. Proud grandparents Joan and Albert Gerbino of Mechanicsville and Paula and Louis Baker of Henrico. Great grandparents Nancy Gerbino and Ann Baker of Mechanicsville. Special thanks to the staff of Memorial regional hospital and godmother Tiffany Fraley.

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Benefit dinner to be held at Grace United Family Church Grace United Family Church will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner in Memory of Haley Marie Moore. A sweet 8 year old child who passed away June 2, 2012 from a chronic Atshma attack. All proceeds will be given to local Atshma Foundations. The cost is $5 per person or $20 for a family of 4

or larger. Event to be held from 6-9 p.m. at 8700 Bell Creek Rd. Mechanicsville, Va. 23116 We are located in the new American Legion Building. Cash only at the door. Silent auction also to be held. For more information or questions please contact Sherri Fincher at Sherri.Fincher@gmail.com.

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Jimmy and Catherine Gray of Mechanicsville celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on July 11, 2012. The couple has four children, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

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Wednesday, July 18

Hanover Humane Society will hold a veterinary Wellness Clinic at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland. The clinic provides routine vaccines, heartworm testing, and other preventive services. The clinic does not treat sick or injured animals. The clinic begins at 4 p.m. and concludes at 5:45 p.m. No appointments. Please visit www.hanoverhumanesociety. org for more information.

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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.

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 7465081 or visit www.walnutgrovebaptist.com. Our Wild World at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 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. Accepting applications for the Holiday Craft Show at AshCreek, Nov. 10, ‘12, 9-3 p.m. Handmade items only. Inside and outside spaces. For more information please email sandragriffin@comcast.net, or call 550-2223.

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Our Wild World at the Atlee Branch Library at 1 p.m. Travel with Animals Unlimited around the world exploring and discovering animals “live!” For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. Join us for a Family Movie under the stars. ‘Toy Story 3’ will be showing. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. Endless free popcorn and lemonade will be served. Event to be held at Shalom Baptist, 6395 Mech. Turnpike, (1 mi. east of L-D on route 360). Contact David at 232-2311 or 7465437 for info.

Atlee High School Class of 2002 10-Year Reunion at James River Winery. For full details visit www.wix. com/ahs2002reunion/10year-reunion. Contact AHS2002Reunion@gmail. com with any questions. Patrick Henry High School Class of 1992 is looking for alumni for our upcoming 20th year reunion happening Oct. 2012. If you are a classmate or know someone who is and no longer in the area please email contact information to PHHS92reunion@aol.com.

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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. A free public performance of The Parsons’ Cause-Prelude to Revolution will be presented at 11 a.m. at the historic Hanover Courthouse (Rt. 301/Hanover Courthouse Road). Audience members are encouraged to participate by assuming roles as jurors, parsons, parties to the case, or gentleman justices. Call 804837-4900 for more information.

Motley at 550-3423 for more tact Sherri Fincher at Sherri. Fincher@gmail.com. information. Learning Microsoft Word at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 9 a.m. Find out how to do more with Microsoft Word, from using templates to formatting. 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.

Tuesday, July 24

Hanover County Department of Social Services Board meeting will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the Conference Room, Hanover County Social Services, 12304 Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. This meeting is open to Sunday, July 22 Hanover Humane Society the public. will hold a cat adoption stand at the Virginia Center Wednesday, July 25 PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Mickey the Magician Please visit www.hanoverhu- with Jack the Bunny at the manesociety.org for available Hanover Branch Library at 10 animals and additional adop- a.m. Classic children’s books tion information. come to life in a show full of laughs, magic tricks and a real flea circus. You won’t believe Monday, July 23 Mickey the Magician with your eyes! For more informaJack the Bunny at the Atlee tion call 365-6210 or visit the Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. library at 7527 Library Drive. Classic children’s books come Grace United Family to life in a show full of laughs, magic tricks and a real flea Church will be hosting a circus. You won’t believe your Spaghetti Dinner in Memory eyes! For more information of Haley Marie Moore. A call 559-0654 or visit the sweet 8 year old child who passed away June 2, 2012 from library at 9161 Atlee Road. a chronic Atshma attack. All Artistic Fun for Summer proceeds will be given to local 2012, Multimedia Art Camp Atshma Foundations. The cost taught by local artist for is $5 per person or $20 for a young people to experience family of 4 or larger. Event to for students: 12 –17 years old be held from 6-9 p.m. at 8700 from 9:30-12:30 June 25-29 Bell Creek Rd. Mechanicsville, or July 23-27 9:30-12 p.m. at Va. 23116 We are located Windemere Art Gallery locat- in the new American Legion ed at 6162 Mechanicsville Building. Cash only at the Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va. door. Silent auction also to 23111. Cost is $15 per day or be held. For more informa$65 for the week. Contact Judy tion or questions please con-

The Pamunkey Regional Library Board of Trustees will meet at the Hanover Branch Library at 8:30 a.m. The library is located at 7527 Library Dr., Hanover, Va. 23069. The meeting is open to the public.

Thursday, July 26 Hanover Lunchtime Book Group at the Hanover Branch Library at 12:30 p.m. Dessert and drinks provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. Please bring your own lunch and a friend! For more information call 3656210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. Mickey the Magician with Jack the Bunny at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 1 p.m. Classic children’s books come to life in a show full of laughs, magic tricks and a real flea circus. You won’t believe your eyes! For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place. The bi-monthly Club will be meeting in the meeting room of the Hanover Branch Library to discuss Cutting for Stone, by Abraham Verghese at 12:30 p.m. Please bring your lunch and bring a friend! Beverage and dessert will be provided by the Hanover Library Friends.

Saturday, July 28 Ronald McDonald House Poker Run, being sponsored by Richmond Harley Owners Group is looking for sponsors. For more information please contact Bobbie Jean Miles at 370-4885. see CALENDAR, pg. 29 `

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Hanover Humane Society will hold a dog adoption stand at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland from 9-12 p.m. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11-3 p.m. Please visit www.hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information. Hanover Tavern’s Magic Mornings continues to bring delight to the whole family from 10-11 a.m. Steve Fuller brings the joy of magic to the Tavern, and some balloon friends too. Bring the family and be treated a one-of-a kind magical journey. This event is free and open to all ages so bring the kids and the kid in you. 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. The Chesapeake District Ruritan will present the 35th Annual Crab Feast and Dance at the Hanover Courthouse

Ruritan Park. Gates open at 2 p.m.; food will be served from 2:30-6 p.m.; beverages are served from 2-7 p.m.; and the dance will be held from 37 p.m. Music will be provided by The Barracudas. Tickets, which are $30, are only available in advance. No tickets will be sold at the gate. To purchase tickets, go to West Store, Cheek and Shockley RV, Mechanicsville Drug, King William Pharmacy in Aylett, Riverbound Cafe, Village Bank, Otis Hall at 779-2055 or 366-3393, Barry Shalowitz at 357-1486, Marty’s, and Studley Store.

6-12th graders and adults will have their own sessions. All are welcome.

Monday, July 30 Go Green with Crafting at the Atlee Branch Library from 1–2:30 p.m. All ages. Learn how to make crafts using everyday items at this fun drop-in program. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road

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Our Wild World at the Hanover Branch Library at 1 p.m. Travel with Animals Unlimited around the world Sunday, July 29 exploring and discovering aniHanover Humane Society mals “live!” For more informawill hold a cat adoption tion call 365-6210 or visit the stand at the Virginia Center library at 7527 Library Drive. PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www.hanoverhuAmericans for Prosperity manesociety.org for available in conjunction with the animals and additional adop- Mechanicsville Tea Party tion information. invite you to a special event: A special showing of the award Bluegrass Gospel Event at 6 winning documentary Waiting p.m. at New Bethesda Baptist for Superman, featuring an Church, located at 9019 New introduction by renowned Bethesda Rd., Mechanicsville, author and political analyst Va. featuring “Amy Ladd & Kate Obenshain. This event is Friends” and special guest part of the Friedman Legacy “The Dixie Bells”. There will for Freedom Day celebrabe an ice cream social after the tions taking place nationwide. concert. All are invited. For Please join at 6 p.m., 8700 Bell more information please call Creek Road, Mechanicsville, 789-0443. Va. 23116. Free Registration: http://waitingforsupermanva. Lee-Davis High School eventbrite.com/. Free Food Class of 1972 will celebrate and refreshments will be its 40th Reunion from 12- provided. Questions, please 4 p.m., at A Taste of Italy email tkeeler@afphq.org or at 13547 Waterford Plaza in call (703) 915-2287. Midlothian. The cost is $20 and includes a buffet and nonWednesday, August 1 alcoholic beverages, cash bar. On Aug. 1, 8, and 15, Holy For more information, contact Cross Lutheran Church will Page Dowdy at 804-744-9280 be hosting a “God’s GPS for or ld1972reunion40@comYou” celebration from 6- 8:30 cast.net. p.m. for all parents and children (Pre K -5th Grade). The Vacation Bible School for church is located at 11515 all ages from 7/29-82/2 at Ashcake Road, Ashland. A Mechanicsville Baptist Church light supper, puppet show, nightly from 6:45-9 p.m. cooking, games, crafts, and Kindergarteners - 5th Graders will hold one session while see CALENDAR, pg. 32 `

MECHANICSVILLE 23111

MECHANICSVILLE 23116

HANOVER 23069

360 Coin Laundry & Cleaners 7040 Mechanicsville Tpke

301 BP 9159 Chamberlayne Road

Han Co Admin Bldg 7516 County Complex Road

BB & T - Lee Davis 7016 Mechanicsville Tpke

Atlee Branch Library 9161 Atlee Road

Hanover Co Sheriff’s Office 7522 County Complex Road

BB & T - Mech 8074 Mechanicsville Tpke

EVB (Kings Charter) 9495 Charter Gate Drive

Houndstooth Restaurant 13271 Hanover Courthouse Rd

Covenant Woods 7090 Covenant Woods Dr.

Hogg Professional Building 9137 Chamberlayne Road

Pamunkey Regional Jail 7240 Courtland Farm Road

Colonial Pharmacy 7510 Mechanicsville Tpke.

La Bella Hair Design 9369 Atlee Road, Ste 3105

Wickham Bldg 7515 County Complex Road

EVB Bank (Mechanicsville) 8123 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Owens and Minor 9120 Lockwood Blvd

EVB Bank (Old Church) 4241 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Padows Deli 8161 Atlee Road

Hanover Cleaners 8092 Mechanicsville Tpke.

The Dance Company 8324 Bell Creek Road, Ste

Hanover Health & Rehab 8139 Lee Davis Road

Valero (Atlee & Sliding Hill Rds.) 10030 Sliding Hill Road

Hometown Realty 7240 Lee Davis Rd, Suite 200 Lee Davis B & P 7051 Mechanicsville Tpke. Lee Davis Pharmacy 7023 Lee Park Road Long & Foster 6150 Mechanicsville Tpke Mechanicsville Drug 8077 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Tropical Smoothie 7152 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Cross Brothers Grocery 107 South Center Street

M & M Pizza - B&P Station 1418 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.

Han Community Svc 12300 Washington Hwy.

360 Hardware & Rental 625 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy

Henry Clay Shopping Center Rt. 54 Rite Aid 607 England Street

KING WILLIAM 23086 Rennie’s Texaco/KWm 5033 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy. Valero (King William) 12132 King William Road

UPS Store 8005 C Creighton Parkway

One Stop Market 2185 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.

Village Bank 6127 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Valero Atlee & Meadowbridge 8188 Atlee Road West Store 4225 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Ashland Coffee & Tea 100 N Railroad Ave.

MANQUIN 23106

Martins 7324 Bell Creek Road

Village Bank (Old Mech) 8051 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Ashland Breakfast & Lunch 539 S. Washington Hwy.

Ashland Visitor Ctr 112 North Railroad Ave.

Mech Local Lobby 6400 Mechanicsville Tpke Shoneys 7137 Mechanicsville Tpke.

ASHLAND 23005

Sheetz/Ashland 12341 N. Washington Hwy. Sheetz/Leadbetter Dr 10037 Sliding Hill Road Skateland 516 N. Washington Hwy.

GLEN ALLEN 23059 STUDLEY 23162 Studley Store 5407 Studley Road

Green Top Sporting Goods 10193 Washinghton Highway Bank Essex/Va Ctr 9951 Brook Road Chic-fil-A 10176 Brook Road

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