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A dedication ceremony for the new Emergency Communications building is scheduled next Wednesday at 7501 Library Drive in Hanover. An open house will be held from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Dedication set for new center Open house planned for Oct. 13 at Emergency Communications By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Next Wednesday, Phil Heins will welcome the community to join in celebrating the dedication of the new emergency communications system and facility in the Hanover County Government Complex. As director of the Hanover County Emergency Communications Department, he also will host an open house between the hours of 12:30 and 5:30 p.m. Located at 7501 Library Drive in Hanover, the center

– funded five years ago in a voter-supported bond referendum – became operational just after 3 a.m. on Aug. 25. According to public information officer Tom Harris, the county now boasts the most high-tech public safety radio communications system in the area. When the change took place in August, Harris said calls were “cut over” from the old radio system to the new state-of-theart digital system in the new center. He also said there were

By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Once again, the success of Hanover County Public Schools has brought accolades to the district. On Thursday, the Virginia Department of Education

announced the system had achieved a 95 percent on-time graduation rate for 2010. It also was recognized as being the highest among the largest school districts in the state (15,000-plus); highest in the metro Richmond area; and third in the state (behind

Clarke County and Falls Church, respectively). Hanover’s 2010 cohort dropout rate came in at 2.2 percent (lowest among the largest school districts in the state (15,000-plus); lowest in the metro Richmond area; and third lowest in the entire

state. Dr. Stewart D. Roberson, superintendent, released the following statement: “The entire community can take great pride in these latest assessments of our see BEST, pg. 4 `

HANOVER COUNTY TEACHER OF THE YEAR

Erin Beard made history this year By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com

Erin Beard made history with the Hanover County Public Schools in the spring by becoming the first teacher to claim the honors of 2005 Beginning Teacher of the Year and 2011 Teacher of the Year. A second grade teacher at Henry Clay Elementary School in Ashland, Erin was surprised by Dr. Stewart D. Roberson, superintendent, and her principal, Teresa Keck, on June 7. To be awarded the distinction of Teacher of the Year, peers vote and then there is a countywide application process. Essays and letters of recommendasee ERIN, pg. 4 `

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Jack Anderson, who was then with the school district’s human resources department. “He was amazing. I interviewed with him and I knew that was where I needed to be.” Erin said Anderson “kind of embodies Hanover and he knew you personally.” She said he did “an excellent job of putting me in a school that’s a good match for me.” “I just really enjoy it,” she said of teaching. “I look forward to coming to work every day. I love seeing the kids make progress and have those moments where it all clicks.” Working with second graders brings a special joy to Erin, especially when reading is involved. “You’re still learning how to read [in the second grade]. I enjoy that kids enjoy reading when they leave me. They will love reading and they

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will love learning and they will continue that.” In 2008, Erin received an R.E.B. Award for Teaching Excellence, which allowed her to participate in professional development conferences in Texas and Australia. The award, according to The Community Foundation Serving Richmond and Central Virginia, serves “to identify, recognize and promote excellence in classroom teaching in area public schools.” The Australian experience, which was nearly two weeks, offered Erin the opportunity “to learn more about the brain and how the brain learns and kind of tying that into differentiation and learning levels so they are all challenged.” When she returned from Australia, Erin said she wanted “to change the way that I do things. I got to see some of

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schools’ effectiveness. Indeed, Hanover’s performance within the state and region and among Virginia’s largest school districts is practically second to none on these key measures. Moving forward, our community’s continued investments in the safety nets necessary to help every child stay in school and succeed will be central to our students’, teachers’, and school leaders’ collective ability to add even more to this already strong record as we all seek to build upon it further.” “I know that our entire county joins the School Board and me in expressing our heartfelt appreciation to all of the dedicated individuals who are behind this latest news of Hanover’s very impressive success story,” he added. According to the Virginia Department of Education, more than 85 percent of students in last year’s class graduated on time with a diploma.

no significant glitches, which brought “a sigh of relief from everyone involved.” “I wouldn’t say I was nervous – we had done an awful lot of testing – but I didn’t know what to expect from the 911 cutover,” Heins said. “We had both centers staffed the whole time. It went extremely well – we had only one test call that went into the old center instead. We also picked an excellent night to cut over – it was very slow. By Wednesday afternoon, we were confident enough to close the old center and now everyone is in the new center and everything is going smoothly.” The new Motorola 700/800 megahertz digital communications system accomplishes what Hanover voters endorsed overwhelmingly in the 2005 bond referendum: It allows public safety providers a radio “lifeline” to communications officers and their colleagues virtually everywhere in the county, Harris said. It also provided Hanover law enforcement and Fire/EMS with a much greater ability to communicate with Henrico, Richmond and Chesterfield. Deputies with the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office also tested the system just after 3 a.m. on Aug. 25. Officers went into areas that were “blacked out” before from Communications dispatchers. Locations tested included in the vicinity of Memorial Regional Medical Center and the Walmart stores in Mechanicsville and Ashland. Officers reported they were able to both talk and hear perfectly.

the things that they did in the schools could easily be done here.” The classroom structure, she said, is more individualized there, “so it was great to see how they met the needs of all their learners.” Going to Melbourne, Australia, also provided a special time for newlyweds Erin and Jeremy, who had married in August 2009. They make their home in Mechanicsville. In her spare time, Erin said she enjoys reading. “I read a lot, a whole lot – that’s what people make fun of me for at work.” She also scrapbooks and likes to cook. “I try to be involved with church (Shady Grove United Methodist Church) as much as I can.” A background in Girl Scouts paved the way for Erin’s desire to work with young children. “It’s just great to teach.”

“All interoperability tests with our regional neighbors have also been passed,” Heins said. “When the Capital Region localities upgrade their systems, Hanover should be able to maintain interoperability with relatively minor modifications to the new system.” Hanover’s new Positron Viper 911 system also makes it able to adapt to the “next generation” of technology, which will allow dispatchers to receive text messages and photographs or video through the 911 system. “We will be ready for those types of calls and technologies when the infrastructure and specifications are developed,” Heins said. By using the latest wireless 911 technologies, Hanover communications officers can determine the approximate location of wireless 911 callers. “Mapping and software technology is in place, which can get us to within 600 meters of where you are calling,” Heins said. The new system includes 15 tower and transmitter sites. Call takers also are working in a new Communications Center, which also was authorized in the 2005 bond referendum. Heins said the process spanned five years. “The planning phase took up most of 2005; 2006 was spent developing the RFP (Requests for Proposal) for the 911 Center and radio system and reviewing proposals for both; 2007 was spent on design. In 2008, we started construction of the call center, tower sites and the ordering of the equipment. In 2009, we were busy with building, installation and testing of the system. In 2010, we have the completion and the cutover. It’s been a very long process and I’m glad that we’re at the end of it.”

Sliding Hill Road improvements complete By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com The completion of a new intersection in the Ashland District “has helped ease the traffic situation,” according to the chair of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. G. Ed Via III, who represents that district, said the New Ashcake Road and Sliding Hill Road project started in April 2009. With a price tag of $5.4 million, Via said it “came in a million dollars under what the county had projected.” He attributed that to “The economy and the lack of work and these big companies needed to keep their people working in order to stay in business.” According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, the estimated cost was $9.3 million. That figure included preliminary engineering,

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Art Linkletter was right about kids As a newcomer in 2008, one of the most impressive education-related revelations came with the start of the school year: The superintendent and key Hanover County School Board members visit every school on the first day. Not an easy task, but one that has become a tradition here. Tuesday, Sept. 7, continued the ritual, with Dr. Stewart D. Roberson being joined by John F. Axselle III, chair; Ann F. Hagan Gladstone, vice chair; Sue Forbes Watson, member; and Dale Theakston, Hanover County Public Schools communications specialist. They held tight to the schedule and, as always, crossed the county with ease. Catching up with them at Kersey Creek Elementary School meant an opportunity for some photos and a few “hellos” and “nice to meet you” to administration and staff. It was a smooth day there. A week later, the four talked about their experiences that day. While some comments appeared in our Sept. 22 edition, a few merit sharing. Reminiscent of the late Art Linkletter, Roberson offered some musings that certainly fall in the category “Kids Say the Darndest Things.” A kindergarten student at Rural Point Elementary School asked the principal after lunch if she served lunch every day. Before the principal could reply, the youngster said, “If you do serve lunch every day, then I don’t think I’ll be back tomorrow because my parents will miss me.” Another kindergartner, this one at Cold Harbor Elementary School, cried at day’s end — because he said he didn’t want to leave his teacher. Roberson said tears can be expected on the first day, but clinging to the teacher usually isn’t the case.

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“Statistics show that when you do have a stop light that you have more accidents than when you have a free-flowing intersection, especially one that’s as well defined as this one is,” he said. “In addition to the realignment, we have those raised concrete medians, which divided the traffic

and we have four-foot bike lane.” With a six-foot paved shoulder, Via said “There’s plenty of room for people to get off the road if they have any problems.” Another bonus, he said, is a precast arch that goes under Sliding Hill Road enabling Totopotomoy Creek to drain. “Then we also have the stub road, which would be an extension into the future expan-

sion of the [Hanover] industrial park.” “The intersection moved about 200 feet to the north, which improved the freeflow of the right turn lane on to Sliding Hill Road,” Via said. While VDOT managed the construction of the job, Via said the Hanover County Department of Public Works designed the project and acquired all the rights-of-way. As he watched traffic move,

he said, “The flow seems to be greatly improved.” Feedback from his constituents has been positive. “Citizens have remarked about how much more efficient the intersection is and how they can get through more readily.”

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It does not have the weight of law. It merely says what the Constitution is about. Notice the word Promote not provide was used, as is Promote the general welfare, not Provide. The Constitution is a contract between the several states creating a central government to do what the several states could not do singly. Such as defending the nation as a whole, promoting the well-being (i.e., welfare) of the people, and seeing that the several states worked together. There is nothing in the Preamble that requires the central government to hand out money to anyone, require anyone to buy anything, or to provide anyone health care, Or any-

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Immanuel Episcopal Church in Old Church invites area residents, former students of The Cherub School and their families to purchase a personalized brick for a new entrance to the historic property and literally leave their mark on history. Personalized bricks will become a permanent part of the “Welcome Wall,” which will be constructed this year around a new perennial garden and sign at the entrance to the church and The Cherub School, a preschool for children ages 2½ to 5. The school was established as a nonprofit ministry of Immanuel Church in 1988 to meet the demand for preschool education in Hanover, New Kent and

Steve Sneed took a mighty swipe at the letter by Gary Allen. I would like to continue that discussion, but will limit my response at this time to his first issue, the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States. The Founders were opposed to a strong central government and that is why they included the Bill of Rights, also referred to as the first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution. They wanted a limited government that could not intrude into their everyday lives. As you read the Constitution and these 10 amendments, no

where will you find wording that industry is too large or difficult or that individuals choose not to perform. Those words are from the Progressives, another name for Socialists. The Progressive Movement had its birth and growth during the administrations of Teddy Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson and Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR). Wilson and FDR were able to appoint social progressive judges to the Supreme Court who made rulings from the bench that reinforced Progressivism. And now, our current President has taken the Progressive policies to heights unacceptable to average Americans. The Progressives believe that only the central government knows what is best for the common man and that power should be in the hands of the central government.

Your description of social justice, social security, Medicare and healthcare were not issues for the Founders. Rather, it was and is the responsibility of the community through the churches to provide for the poor, the sick and indigent. “The power under the Constitution will always be in the people. It is entrusted for certain defined purposes, and for a certain limited period, to representatives of their own choosing; and whenever it is executed contrary to their interest, or not agreeable to their wishes, their servants can, and undoubtedly will, be recalled.” — George Washington. With the acceptance of the editorial staff, I would like to respond to your other charges at a later date.

King William counties. Bricks cost $60 each and may be engraved in honor of someone or with words and numbers of your choice such as family names, initials, important dates, Bible verses, your favorite hymns or songs, love or thank you notes, etc. Each brick is approximately 4x8 inches and may be engraved with as many as three lines of text and up to 16 characters per line. Spaces count as characters. Order forms are available from immanueloc.org or 779-3454. Gift certificates also are available. Orders must be received by Sunday, Oct. 17. The Rev. Ryan Kuratko said, “We are excited to offer the community a chance to participate in this project, leave their mark on Immanuel and help beautify Old Church Road. We

also hope the new entrance will help more people realize that we are an active, growing congregation. We welcome everyone to join us for Sunday worship at 9 and 11 a.m. and Church School at 10. Nursery services are provided and we offer refreshments after the 11 a.m. service.” Im m anu e l C hu rch is a Virginia Historical Landmark and has been placed on the National Registry of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior. The origins of the church date to the early 18th century, when a frame church structure was shared with several other local congregations. The present brick church was constructed in 1853, largely due to the efforts of George Washington Bassett, grandnephew of Martha Custis Washington.

The church is considered to be the best example of Gothic Revival architecture in the county, and it represents the revitalization of the Episcopal Church in Virginia and the United States during the two decades prior to the Civil War. During the Civil War, the property served as a field hospital and army headquarters. Immanuel Church is located at 3263 Old Church Rd. in eastern Hanover County. Directions: Fr o m Mechanicsville, go east on U.S. 360 and turn right on Route 606 (Old Church Road) at West Store. Immanuel will be about 1.5 miles on the right. For more information, visit www.immanueloc.org or call 779-3454 (church office) or 779-7874 (The Cherub School).

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Sea Cadets get real world experience While many kids talk about joining the military when they graduate from high school, five Mechanicsville teens are already trying it out through a program known as the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps. Russel Jarvis, Ryan Pellegrino, Ryan Socha, Joe Weggen and Nick Weggen are members of AMERICA Division, the Richmond area unit of the Naval Sea Cadets. The Naval Sea Cadets is a congressionally chartered nonprofit youth organization supported by the Navy, Coast Guard and Marine Corps, and sponsored by the Navy League of the United States. Cadet Seaman Apprentice Socha, a sophomore at Lee Davis High School, attended his first Sea Cadet training this summer, graduating from Recruit Training (“Boot Camp”), held at Camp Pendleton State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach. Sea Cadet Boot Camp is developed by the U.S. Navy, modeled directly after the Navy Recruit Training in Great Lakes, Ill. Recruits learn how to make a military rack with hospital corners, shine shoes, march in a unit, and work as a team. They also learn about Navy Heritage and Customs. Many of the staff officers are active duty or retired military. When asked about the training, Socha said, “Attending was a great experience. I would definitely do it all again. I didn’t miss home, but I did miss eating at McDonald’s.” This summer Cadet Seaman Pellegrino, a sophomore at Atlee High School, participated in a 13-day Basic Airman Training, held at Naval Station

Norfolk. Cadets from all over the United States, as far away as California, traveled to Virginia to get this opportunity. “I learned what it means to be an Airman and what their job is in the Navy. We learned about aerodynamics, fixed and rotary winged aircraft, jet engines and teamwork. I got handson training with the men and women of HM-14, a squadron that is one of two airborne mine countermeasure squadrons in the Navy. HM-14 uses the powerful MH-53 Sea Dragon helicopter for mine countermeasure and transport of personnel and equipment. I was proud to be part of serving my country and working with the men and women of the U.S. Navy.” Cadet Seaman Jarvis, also a sophomore at Atlee, attended Field Operations (Hand to Hand Combat) training in Matthews, N.C. The objective of this training is to expose the cadets to hand-to-hand self-defense techniques. Hand-to-Hand included striking and grappling instruction, techniques for disarming an attacker, and an overview on how to deal with multiple attackers. The training also included daily fitness instruction, including training in the functional movements of fitness and dietary recommendations and lecture. Seaman Jarvis said he feels very fortunate to have been able to attend this training and really enjoyed being taught by the ex-KGB world champion. This was a very physical and demanding training that required each cadet to be in tiptop shape. Cadet Petty Officer Second Class Nicholas Weggen, a junior at Atlee, had a different experience, getting to

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serve as a staff member helping run the Master at Arms Academy at Naval Air Station Oceana. “I attended the Academy last year and learned so much I wanted to come back and staff. The Master at Arms (MAs) are the Navy’s Military Police. The Navy MAs serve all over the world to provide security for our military as well as for our national interests overseas. They teach how to apprehend suspects, search vehicles and buildings, and how to shoot weapons. We also learned how the security force works on a large Navy ship when we toured the USS OAK HILL. I was there to make sure the cadets learned the basics of what a Cadet Master at Arms needs to help run a Sea Cadet unit, which means a lot of regulations, discipline and attention to detail.” As a rising senior at Atlee High School, Cadet Petty Officer First Class

Joseph Weggen wanted to spend his last summer as a cadet at training related to a potential college major. He attended Photojournalism Training at Navy Submarine Base King’s Bay, Ga. “At Photojournalism, I worked with the Navy photographers and

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals Andrea Carol Brown Ambrogi, 53, of Ashland, passed away on Friday, Oct. 1, 2010 after a long battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her mother, Jean M. Brown. She is survived by her parents, James T. and Gloria Brown; her former husband and best friend, Michael Ambrogi; a daughter, Niki Cowan (Jason) and their children, Julia, Ashton, Ainslie, and Ian Cowan; and a son, John T. Ambrogi (Rebecca) and their children, Reed and Samuel Ambrogi. She is also survived by a sister, Danita Tiller (David); a brother, J. David Brown (Donna); her stepsiblings, Ann Ogden, Blair, Robert, Susan, and Amy Gardner; numerous nieces and nephews; and a devoted friend, Wayne Panton. Andrea worked for many years for Meade and Company in Ashland. A Christian lady, she was dedicated to her children and grandchildren. The family received friends on Monday, Oct. 4, 2010 in the Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, where the funeral services was held Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010. Graveside services followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park.

Factory Mill Rd., Maidens, Va. 23102. Rev. Gregory Washington, pastor. Graveside services were held at Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen, Va. In lieu of flowers, make contributions to the St. Mark Baptist Church Building Fund.

30, 2010. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fairfield Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 6930 Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville, 23111.

her siblings, Patricia Turner of Colorado, Cheryl Emmel and Susan Gerdes (in-law), both of California, Rick Wagner of Washington, as well as David and Donald Wagner, both of California; three grandchildren, Kathryne DeVoe, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kittyâ&#x20AC;?, Ashauni Young, Laila Rainey and Serenity Morgan-Bumpass. 86, passed away Sunday, Sept. Deborah was predeceased by 26, 2010 after a brief illness. her father, Donald E. Wagner. She was born in Avenel, N.J. Services and interment are for to Gladys Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell and Ralph immediate family only and Bliss Sadler Sr. Kitty was a private. Contributions may be member of Mechanicsville United Methodist Church. Mrs. made in Deborahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to the Virginia Cancer Institute: Attn. DeVoe is survived by three children, Ralph Crain (Brenda), Carol Thurston, 6605 W. Broad St., Suite C, Richmond, Virginia Mary Enscore (Larry), all of 23230. Henrico, and Nancy McEwen (Bill) of Mechanicsville; four grandchildren, Jason, Lisa, Alex James Richard Garner and Eric, are left to cherish her Jr., â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dickâ&#x20AC;?, widower of Hazel memory; and a brother, Ralph H. Garner, died Thursday, B. Sadler. The family received Sept. 30, 2010. Mr. Garner friends at the Mechanicsville was a former employee United Methodist Church, of English Boiler for 44 7356 Atlee Rd., Mechanicsville, years, where he served as Va. Funeral services were held an engineer and boilerWednesday, Sept. 29, 2010 at maker. He was a native and the church by the Rev. Kerry regular weekend resident Boggs. Graveside services followed at Washington Memorial of Lewisetta, Va., where he loved to fish the bay and Park. Family requests, in lieu be near the water. He is of flowers, contributions be made to Mechanicsville United survived by two children, James R. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jimâ&#x20AC;? Garner III Methodist Church. Online condolences at woodyfuneral- and Anne Spicer (Wally); his sister, Martha L. Rowe; homeatlee.com. his brother, Clarence Garner Deborah Ann Fehr, 51, (Ann); two grandchildren, Helen Adams (Darren) of Glen Allen, passed away on and Rachael Barker; and Sept. 29, 2010, surrounded by one great-grandchild, Jack her family. Deborah worked Adams. The family received in the banking industry as a friends Sunday, Oct. 3, customer service representa2010 at the Mechanicsville tive. She is survived by her Chapel of Bennett Funeral loving husband, Michael T. Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., Fehr of Glen Allen, Va.; her where funeral services were mother, Barbara Wagner of Santa Ana, Calif.; her attentive held Monday, Oct. 4, 2010. Graveside services were daughters, Jennifer and Holly held at Signal Hill MemoFehr of Garden Grove, Calif.; and loving sons, Michael Bum- rial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to pass of Chesterfield, Va., and American Cancer Society . David Bumpass of Richmond,

Hattie Davis, (Underdown), 81, of New Kent, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010. She is survived by Stuart Davis, her husband and loving caregiver of 11 years; three sons, Gerry Underdown (Celeste), Jeff Underdown (Robin), Tony Underdown; two stepchildren, Karen Davis Westphal (Jeff), Mike Davis (Mary); eight grandchildren, Brett Underdown (Katy), Jamie Underdown Eftekhari (Josh), Kasey Underdown, Rachel Underdown, Chris Westphal, Ryan Westphal, Claire Davis, Gabi Davis; two great-grandchildren, Kendall Underdown and Keelyn Underdown. She is also survived by two sisters, Mildred Staton and Margaret Henderson, both of North Carolina; and numerous nieces and nephews. Hattie was retired from Thalhimers Department Store. During her 50-plus years as a member of Fairfield Presbyterian Church, Mozelle N. Brooks, she served as a Sunday school departed this life Sept. 28, 2010. teacher, deacon, elder, and presShe is survived by three loving ident of Women of the Church. children, Sandra Robinette Despite her years of medical Hobson, Ernest Jr. (Michelle) and physical challenges, she and Floyd Brooks (Michelle); stayed active and enjoyed seven grandchildren, six great- traveling with her husband grandchildren, three brothers, and some special friends and three sisters, four sisters-inspending time with her family, law, a host of nieces, nephews, especially at the river. We will family and friends. The family miss her. The family received received friends at the Henry friends on Wednesday, Sept. 29, W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 2010 at Bennett Funeral Home, N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, MechanVa. 23005, Friday, Oct. 1, 2010. icsville. A memorial service was Funeral services were held on held at Fairfield Presbyterian Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010 at St. Church on Thursday, Sept. Va. Deborah is also survived by Mark Baptist Church, 4596

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2010 in the Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel, 412 Continued from pg. 10 b S. Washington Highway, Ashland, Va. Memorial Judy Currie Godwin, services will be held at 2 of Hanover County, died Monday, Sept. 27, 2010. She p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010 was preceded in death by her in First Baptist Churchson, Wilton Dale Godwin Jr. Ashland. In lieu of flowers, She is lovingly remembered please make memorial gifts to the Building Fund of First by her husband of 46 years, Wilton Dale Godwin Sr.; two Baptist Church-Ashland, 800 Thompson Street, Ashland, daughters, Laura Godwin Va. 23005. Lantz and Regina Godwin Nolte; her mother, Myrtle Norris Currie; sister, Priscil- Edward Lewis, passed la Ward; two brothers, Neil away on Oct. 1, 2010. He is Calvin Currie Jr. and Ricky survived by his wife of 60 Van Currie; seven grandchil- years, Lorraine; two sons, dren, Amber, Claire, Melissa, Milton and Gary; four grandMichelle, Matthew, Michael children and eight greatand Mason; and other famgrandchildren. Edward was a ily members and friends. plumber for 46 years. Family The family received friends received friends on Monday, Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010 at Oct. 4, 2010 at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, Bliley’s-Staples Mill, 8510 9271 Shady Grove Road, MeStaples Mill Road. Funeral chanicsville. Funeral services services were held Friday, Oct. 1, 2010 at Shady Grove were held on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010 in the chapel. Graveside United Methodist Church, services followed in Signal 8209 Shady Grove Road, Hill Memorial Park. Online Mechanicsville, Va. Gravecondolences may be made at side services were held at woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com. Signal Hill Memorial Park.

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Rueben Thomas Lipscombe III , “Sonny”, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 27, 2010. He is survived by his sister, Doris Lipscombe Green; a niece, Cherilyn Green Riley and her husband, Thomas, and their children, Nathan and TJ. The family received friends Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7311 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville. Graveside services were held Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Mr. Lipscombe started Sonny Services, Inc. October of 1971, where his devoted friend, Buddy Hattorf, continues his legacy. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 1214 Wilmer Ave., Richmond, Va. 23227.

Hannah G. Rapp, age 85, of Mechanicsville, passed away Monday, Sept. 27, 2010. She is survived by the love of her life for 65 years, Harold Rapp; three daughters, Mara-Beth Loving, Britanya Ellen Rapp, Sheri Rapp Cox; three grandchildren, Rachael Lynn Loving, David Adam Beloff and Brandon James Cox; and one great-grandchild, Noah William Owens-Loving; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Rapp was known by many as the cofounder of Frame-Art Gallery, where she never met a stranger for over 35 years. A chapel service was held Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010 at Richmond Beth-El Cemetery, 4000 Pilots Lane, Richmond, Va. 23222. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Odyssey Healthcare, 8000 Franklin Farms Dr., Suite 100, Richmond, Va. 23229.

Edith Elgin Rowh, 89, passed away on Oct. 2, 2010. She was born Jan. 17, 1921 in Cumberland County, Va. and was predeceased by her parents, Claude and Thettie May Elgin, and husband, James Fred Rowh. Mrs. Rowh was fortunate in having 10 siblings, Elmo, Edna, Bill, John, Nellie, Doris, Burke, Frankie, Alan, and Lorraine who brought her great comfort and laughter. She is survived by two daughters, Sandie Bouldin (Dave) of Florida and Dianne Rowh of Richmond; grandchildren, Jay, Bruce, Jim, Nikki, Jessi, and Michael; as well as multiple great-grandchildren. The family received friends Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral, 8014 LeeDavis Rd. Graveside services were conducted Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010 at Westhampton Memorial Park. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of the Memory Care Unit of the Windsor Assisted Living and Medi Home

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seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; three siblings, Leroy Foster Sr. (Joyce), Cheryl Houston and Frances R. Foster; a host of nieces, nephews, Norman Scruggs, “Earl”, cousins, other relatives and of Caroline County, went to be friends. The family received friends at March Funeral with the Lord Oct. 1, 2010. He Home, 2110 E. Laburnum was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Tildman Scruggs Ave., where viewing was Jr. He is survived by his mother, held on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010. Funeral services were Odell Scruggs; a daughter, Cherie Rolfe and her husband, held Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at Alan; his granddaughter, Alexis; Union Baptist Church, 310 Snead St., Ashland, Va. Rev. a stepson, Steve Williams; a Darryl Leftwich officiated. brother, A.T. Scruggs (ElGraveside services were len); two sisters, Joan Tucker held at Roselawn Memory (Lonnie) and Patricia MeckesGardens. sel (Bob); and a longtime companion, Helen Bass. The family received friends at the Joyce Jackson Tucker, Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 84, of Mechanicsville, went Creighton Parkway, Mechanics- to be with her Savior on Sept. ville, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010 where 30, 2010. She was preceded in a service was held Monday, Oct. death by her parents, George 4, 2010. Graveside services were and Lara Jackson. She is surheld at Maury Cemetery. vived by her loving husband of 65 years, Thomas M. Tucker; sons, Thomas M. Tucker Jr. Sylvia J. Shelton, 49, and his wife, Vickie, and Tracy of Ashland (Brown Grove), D. Tucker and his wife, Anne; went home to be with the Lord Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010. grandsons, Mike Browning Remains rest at the F.E. Dabney and Thomas M. Tucker III; and brothers, Melvin Jackson and Funeral Home, 600 B Street, Billy Jackson. She was a loving Ashland. Homegoing services wife and mother. She enjoyed will be Wednesday, Oct. 6, supporting the local student 2010 at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, 800 Thompson athletes at Lee-Davis High School, the American Legion Street, Ashland. The family Post #175, and the Mechanicsreceived friends Tuesday, Oct. ville Little League. Mrs. Tucker 5, 2010 at the Brown Grove Baptist Church, Ashcake Road, retired from the Federal Reserve Bank in Richmond. The Ashland. Online condolences can be made at: fedabneyfuner- family received friends Friday, Oct. 1, 2010 at the Mechanicsalhome.com. ville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., Brenda Lee Foster where funeral services were Spindle, 64, of Ashland, held Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010. departed this life on Sept. Graveside services were held at 27, 2010. She was preceded Signal Hill Memorial Park. in death by her parents, Ern F. Sr. and Frances M. Carlton L. Vaughan, age Foster. She leaves to cherish 81, of Glen Allen, died peaceher memory a loving and devoted husband, William T. fully on Sept. 29, 2010 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife Spindle Sr.; three children, of 57 years, Joyce Tate Vaughan; William T. Spindle Jr., Everette A. Spindle (Florence) daughter, Bonnie Vaughan and Pathenia Fields (Kevin); Sjostrom (John); two grandchil-

dren, Julie Elizabeth and John Everett; three sisters, one brother, and numerous loving nieces and nephews. Carlton was born on Dec. 6, 1928 to William Preston Vaughan and Carrie Giddings, and was a 1948 graduate of Highland Springs High School. He served in the National Guard, worked for A&P for 27 years, and later for Ukrop’s until he retired. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Richmond #10. Carlton was known for his loving spirit, sense of humor, and quick wit. The family received friends at Bliley’s - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road, on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010. A graveside service was held Friday, Oct. 1, 2010 at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Good Sheppard United Methodist Church or Bon Secours Hospice at St. Mary’s.

David Lynn West, 47, of Mechanicsville, went to be with his Heavenly Father Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010. He was preceded in death by his mother, Pauline P. West; and is survived by his wife, Teresa Lynn West; son, Joshua T. West; daughter, Kateland E. West; father, Willie West Jr.; father-in-law, Wayne K. Hemp Sr.; brother, Willie C. West III; sister, Mary Sue West; brother, William L. West and wife, Carol West; granddaughter, Mariah G. Labonte; nephews, Hunter West and Jeff Courtney; nieces, Hope West Ridell and husband, Ryon Ridell, Jennifer C. Wall and Chelsea West; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. David was very happily employed as a school bus driver for Hanover and Henrico County Schools for the past 29 years. David loved everyone especially God and Jesus. The family received friends Friday, Oct. 1, 2010 at Bliley’s - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where the family assembled Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010 for a procession to the Episcopal Church of Our Savior church cemetery in Montpelier, where a graveside service was held.

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This year’s State Fair of Virginia at The Meadow Event Park in Caroline County once again highlighted Hanoverians’ long and continuous contributions to the fair, particularly in the Heritage Village. From the Virginia State Agricultural Society’s first State Fair of Virginia in Richmond’s 11-acre “Western Square” (Monroe Park) to this year’s fair, Hanoverians have always been there. Richard Wallace and Art Taylor’s 19th century Virginia Implement Exhibit in Heritage Village featured several native Hanoverians who were awarded cash premiums at that first State Fair. In the Agricultural Implements competition as reported in the Nov. 17, 1853, Richmond Daily Dispatch and the January 1854 Southern Planter Magazine. John Haw (ca. 1802-1873)

of Spring Grove Farm and Haw’s Shop was awarded the $30 premium for best sweep horse power, patented by him March 14, 1845, and George Watt (1815-1884) of Springfield Plantation (Watt House) of Geo. Watt & Co. of Richmond was awarded the $6 premium for Watt’s cuff and brace cultivator, which had elements of his Cuff and Brace Plow patented April 11, 1842, while a resident of Gainesville, Ala. Many other Hanoverians exhibited and were awarded premiums in the different branches and classes from livestock, poultry, vegetables, agriculture crops to canning, sewing, cooking, etc., at that first fair. This year’s fair featured many of the same branches and classes with ribbon awards as opposed to cash premiums. Many Hanoverians such as Charlotte, Everett, Gene Scott and children, Danny and Jason Talley, Jim Perkins, Carl

Allen, Wesley Carneal, Danny O’Steen, Andy Britton and Art Taylor more recently, are responsible for some of the core makeup of the volunteer exhibits from the “Americana” late 19th century, early 20th century collections to the early “hit and miss” one cylinder gasoline engines that replaced steam power to the more modern farm tractors. Many of the volunteer exhibitors have been plying their trade for as many as 20 to 25 years. It is through the efforts of these many Hanoverians and the many other at-large volunteers that the State Fair of Virginia remains the success it is today in its second year at this wonderful and spacious new location. It still enjoys the same reputation that was established in that very first State Fair that was closed by former President of the United States John Tyler on Nov. 4, 1853. Art Taylor is president of the Hanover County Historical Society.

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On Tuesday, Sept. 14, the School Board paid tribute to his 50 years of service to the children of Hanover County. 7035 Mechanicsville Turnpike • Across from Lee-Davis High School The year was 1961 when Dr. Stewart D. Roberson, Emergencies and Walk-ins Welcome Elton J. Wade Sr. became an superintendent, and John F. employee of Hanover County Now accepting Medicaid Axselle III, School Board chair, Public Schools. presented Wade with a proclamation recognizing his years of service. Wade started his school system career as a bus driver and Full-Service Hospital • Preventative Medicine • Routine and Elective Surgery • Radiology then became a crossing guard Bloodwork • Ultrasound • In-house Laboratory • Dentistry • Grooming • Boarding in 1988. The proclamation said Wade “has remained steadfast in his commitment to the safety of MECHANICSVILLE ANIMAL HOSPITAL is pleased to be the first DR. JEFF KILGORE students and Hanover citizens.” to introduce a drug-free, surgery-free alternative to your pet’s pain-the DR. ELIZABETH BEADLES ® “School transportation serCompanion Therapy Laser System. DR. CHRISTINE L. SCHWARTZ These are some of the disorders that respond to the new vices are an integral part of the laser pain management we offer: DR. GRAMMER PEACE school district, and Mr. Wade • Arthritis • Lacerations/Abrasions HOURS OF OPERATION has been a constant representa• Numerous Skin Conditions • Hip Dysplasia MON., WED., THURS., 7:30 AM-8 PM • TUES., FRI. 7:30 AM-6 PM, SAT. 8 AM-12PM tive of Hanover County Public • Post Surgical Pain Relief • Wound Healing Conveniently located in the Spring Centre Shopping Center Schools in the community for • Degenerative • Otitis Boarding and Joint Disease • Cystitis Grooming nearly five decades.” • Insect Bites/ • Burns Services He was described in the Stings And More... Available 7138 Mechanicsville Turnpike, proclamation as being “a stellar Mechanicsville, VA 23111 ambassador for the schools and www.MechanicsvilleAnimalHospital.com role model for generations of children.” Wade represents the Cold Harbor District as a member of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. In other recognitions, the School Board honored Erin E. Beard, a second grade teacher at Henry Clay Elementary School, 2011 Teacher of the Year; Jim Triemplar, in-school suspension coordinator and head track coach at Atlee High School, 2010 Support Employee of the Year; and Austin Beazley, health and physical education teacher at Cool Spring Elementary We want to thank all of our new friends in Ashland, Mechanicsville School; Crystal Winn, grade 6 and Hanover County for 2 wonderful years of support and success. language arts teacher at Oak Knoll Middle School; and Jaime We look forward to many more years of service and the Deitz, special education teacher opportunity to help you with your storage needs. at Patrick Henry High School, 2010 Beginning Teachers of the Blue & Gray has been serving the Richmond Area for over Year. 35 years and we are here when you need us. Taylor Sanderford, a sixth grade student at Chickahominy TRUST | RESPECT | QUALITY SERVICE Middle School, was recognized for placing third in the Virginia 10665 Charter Hill Court, Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 550-4848 PTA Citizenship Essay Contest. www.blueandgraystorage.com

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The theme for the 2009-2010 contest was “Strong Citizens -- Strong Communities.” Students are allowed to express their views and opinions on “Character or Citizenship” in the essay project. Chickahominy Middle School’s FFA Chapter captured several blue ribbons in the State Convention held in June at Virginia Tech. In its inaugural year, the FFA -- under the guidance and supervision of Nick Robinson, CMS agriculture teacher -- brought home the following honors: -- State Champions in Plant Science: Cole Sims, Michael Dellaripa, Eric Scruggs and Derek Henderson. -- Small Animal Care Blue Ribbon Winner: Coral Throckmorton. -- State FFA Quiz Bowl Blue Ribbon Winner: Sarah Colombo. -State Champion Agriscience Experiment Winner: Ben Bowers, who will represent Virginia at the National Agriscience Fair in October in Indianapolis. Eleven Hanover County students took part in the Summer Residential Governor’s School, which provides gifted high school juniors and seniors with intensive educational experiences in visual and performing arts; humanities; mathematics, science and technology; medicine and life science; immersion in a foreign language; or through mentorships in marine science or engineering. During the Summer Residential Governor’s School, students live on a college or university campus for up to five weeks. They are involved in classroom and laboratory work, field studies, research, individual and group projects and performances, and seminars with noted scholars, visiting artists and other professionals. Students participating were:

Andrew Catanese, Atlee High School, Visual Performing Arts, Visual Art; Elizabeth Kerver, Atlee High School, Humanities; Brittany Allen, Hanover High School, Humanities; Allyson Schettino, Hanover High School, Humanities; Emily Seal, Hanover High School, Visual Performing Arts, Dance; Nena Evans, Lee-Davis High School, Life Sciences and Medicine; Elizabeth Mills, Lee-Davis High School, Agriculture; Carly Harman, Patrick Henry High School, Visual Performing Arts, Visual Art; Nicholas Harrison, Patrick Henry High School, Math, Science and Technology; Kailey Miller, Patrick Henry High School, Visual Performing Arts, Music; and Zachary Vaughan, Patrick Henry High School, Math, Science and Technology. Five county students – Bryan Elliott, Atlee High School, Spanish; Isaac Mackey, Atlee High School, German; Laura Tarbox, Atlee High School, German; Lauren Carroll, Patrick Henry High School, Spanish; and Katherine Coleman, Patrick Henry High School, Latin -- were selected as Foreign Language students for the 2010-2011 academic year. Eighteen Hanover County middle school students took part in the Mathematics and Science Regional Governor’s School, which serves identified gifted middle school students – in grades 6, 7 and 8 – from 13 school divisions for 13 days of exploration in science. There is an emphasis on group problem-solving, field experiences, communications and developing strategies for living lives of quality. The county students were chosen for these programs: Building Beyond Earth, CSI: Student Academy, Fractals: Where Math, Art and Science Meet, From the Group Up, I Am Nano, and RoboQuest. see SCHOOL, pg. 18 `

Hanover Firefighters to visit South Anna Elementary School for National Fire Prevention Week Firefighters with Hanover County Fire-EMS Station 8 will visit South Anna Elementary School students on Thursday, Oct. 7, during National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 3-9).

Kindergarten, first grade and second grade students will participate in presentations and activities with the Forestry Division and Smokey the Bear, the engine crew with their fire trucks and

equipment, and members of the emergency response team with an ambulance. Students will learn about fire prevention, “stop, drop and roll,” and calling 911 in an emergency.

Canine Capers to be held at Myers’ Farm in Ashland Working Aussies of Virginia, a local Australian Shepherd Club, will host its fourth annual “Canine Capers” event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, and Sunday, Oct. 10, at Myers’ Farm in Ashland. The two-day event will feature hands-on workshops and demonstrations on Sheep Herding, Flyball, Disc Dog, Agility and

additional categories such as Grooming, Canine Freestyle, Rally Obedience, Conformation and Canine Good Citizen testing. Admission to the event itself is free. Classes are open to all breeds on a pay-as-you-go basis. “ ’Canine Capers’ has grown exponentially as we have helped dog lovers find new ways to

enrich their quality of time with their canines,” event organizer Alice Coleman said. “This year, for example, we are introducing popular Disc Dog and Canine Freestyle sessions.” For more information, contact Robin Carneal at rcarneal@yahoo. com or visit the Working Aussies of Virginia website at www.workingaussiesofva.org.

Hanover Courthouse Volunteer Fire Company to hold open house Saturday, Oct. 9 The Hanover Courthouse Volunteer Fire Company will hold an open house and yard sale from noon to 4 p .m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, at the firehouse at 13326 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. With the fire company cel-

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WordMasters Challenge, a national language arts competition for students that encourages growth in vocabulary and verbal reasoning. The competition addresses higher-level word comprehension and logical abilities by: challenging students to solve analogies based on relationships among words they have learned and drawing these analogies from special vocabulary lists that students study two weeks before each meet. Students who received perfect scores were: Patrick Florey, Battlefield Park Elementary School; Andrew Donaldson and Luke Sturm, Kersey Creek Elementary School; and Cody Bright, Ethan Cruikshank, Aiden Gowland, Evan Heiter, Rachel Jessup, Kevin Lawlor, Alek Lichucki, Kelly Martin, Gaby Monasterio, Savannah Wilson, Katie Smith and Nirali Jantrania, Chickahominy Middle School. Also honored by the School Board was purchasing specialist Angela Melton, who recently earned the designation of Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) by the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPCC). She was among 144 professionals who successfully completed the CPPB examination administered in May.

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Carson serving in Afghanistan with US Army Airborne Division A 2006 graduate of Lee-Davis High School is serving in the Kunar Province of eastern Afghanistan. Ryan Carson is with the 101st U.S. Army Airborne Division based in Fort Campbell, Ky. He was deployed in May and, according to his mother Cyndi Stevens, “hopefully (he) will be home by summer 2011.” “I am sure there are a lot of Mechanicsville soldiers protecting us,” Cyndi said, “and we just need everyone to keep praying for their strength and safe return.” Calling herself “a very proud mom,” Cyndi said she sends Ryan care packages monthly “and put The Local in there for him to keep up on what’s going on in ‘The Ville’.” In March, Ryan married Meredith Rickards Carson, a 2006 Atlee High School graduate. Ryan attended South Anna Elementary School in grades one through five followed by sixth through eighth at Stonewall Jackson Middle School. While at Lee-Davis, he was a member of he golf and track teams and participated in the German exchange program. Cyndi said her son “is very outgoing, loves being outside and enjoys spending time with his family, friends and going fishing. His friends have described him as loyal, funny and caring. He enjoys meeting new people and trying different things.” She also said he is “just very outgoing and [has] a great personality. research and communitybased breast health and education programs. She has raised $1,712 so far, and has $588 to go. To help Bieger reach her goal by making a donation or joining her team, “Pinking of You,” visit www.the3day. org, click on “Donate to a A Mechanicsville woman Participant” and search for will be participating in the 2010 “Debby Bieger” or call 800Susan G. Komen Washington, 996-3DAY. D.C., 3-Day for the Cure Oct. 8-10 in Washington, D.C. Debby Bieger joins thousands of breast cancer supporters in preparing for the event. “This is my first year participating in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure,” Bieger said. “My grandma had The Black Creek breast cancer years ago, and Volunteer Fire Department through my participation in will present its annual this event, I know I am mak- Turkey Shoot, starting ing a personal impact on the at 7 p.m. on Saturday, breast cancer movement. The Oct. 9, and running every Komen 3-Day for the Cure is Saturday night through challenging, but the oppor- Nov. 20 at the Firehouse tunity to have an impact is at 6229 McClellan Road in huge.” Mechanicsville. More than 1.3 million Family and friends are women will be diagnosed invited to participate. with breast cancer globally Prizes, good and wholesale each year. family fun will be provided. Bieger has agreed to For more information, call raise $2,300.00 to help make 781-0432. an impact on breast cancer

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The Hanover County School Board and the Han ove r E du c at i on Foundation (HEF) have collaborated on the publication of A History of Education in Hanover County, Virginia 1778-2008, authored by retired Hanover educators Rebecca Bray and Dr. Lloyd Jones. The publication is a point of reference for Hanover citizens and others who share an interest in the school district’s beginnings and growth to achieve state, national and international prominence. The HEF is offering the book for sale ($34.95) as a fundraiser to support professional development scholarships for teachers and creative classroom grants. To purchase a copy, call Anita Floyd at 365-4560.

Lee-Davis Road. All four facilities are under the personal direction of Charles D. Morehead, President. In a time of need, you can turn to Bennett Funeral Home with trust and confidence. It serves families of all faiths with personal service before, during, and after. There is a long tradition of professionalism and caring. One way in which Bennett cares for families is by offering a convenient and personalized pre-need program. Through this program of pre-need planning, you can spare your loved ones the burden of making decisions at an emotional time. Call Bennett Funeral Home at 746-8665 to schedule a pre-planning consultation.

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AARP to conduct Driver Safety Course AARP will conduct a two-day Driver Safety Course from 1 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 12-13, at the Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church at 201 Henry St. in Ashland. The course, targeted to meet the needs of drivers age 50 and over, is considered an excellent refresher to bring all drivers up-to-date on the many changes that have been made to vehicles and highways, along with suggestions on how to compensate for the effects of aging on driving skills. The cost of the class is $14 ($12 for AARP members with a valid membership card). The course meets the requirements of the Commonwealth of Virginia to qualify for an insurance discount. For more information, or to register for the course, call the church office at 798-7224 or call 550-3325.

Here2Hear hosting fundraising dinner and auction Oct. 9 Here2Hear, a not-for-profit organization, will host a fundraiser, with dinner and auction, from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Hilton Garden Inn (Airport) in Sandston. To understand hearing loss, individuals with normal hearing will be asked to wear ear plugs during the entire event. Proceeds from the event will go to Here2Hear to assist with the purchase of hearing aids, assistive listening devices and to increase resources for individuals with hearing loss. Tickets, which are $20, may be purchased by calling 237-3570. For more information, visit the website, http://www.here2hear.org.

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Hanover Green Veterinary Clinic, having a special interest in oncology, now offers chemotherapy for patients with cancer. Pet owners have an alternative to the stress, inconvenience, and expense of going to veterinary schools or referral facilities when seeking information about treatment options, expected costs, and prognoses. The most up to date information regarding treatment doses and intervals, as well as careful patient monitoring, have markedly reduced the complications that once made chemotherapy unsafe. Nonetheless, a decision to treat a pet with cancer should also be based on compassion and each individualʼs circumstances. We will work closely with owners and their family veterinarians in making the most thoughtful and caring decisions for each patient. With early detection and treatment, many patients can expect a greatly improved quality and quantity of life.

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EVB employees were honored be a recipient of the 2010 Junior Achievement volunteerism award and pleased to participate in this program again this year. Joining forces with other dedicated volunteers, collectively they were able to serve more than 20,000 students throughout the greater Richmond area. Twelve classes were involved in the 2010 JA program at the Mechanicsville, Cold Harbor, Kersey Creek and Elmont elementary schools. President and CEO Joe Shearin said, “This was truly a gratifying experience for EVB employees, and we look forward to being active participants in this worthwhile program again next year.” Shown are, from left, Cheryl Thompson, Amy Hooper, Wayne Eaves, Taryn Wesson, Debbie Harris, Michele Hottle, Paula Salyer, Lisa Dailey, Ranee Clifford, Kate Kikta and Daphne Swanson.

Reality Rescue Fundraiser scheduled for Oct. 9 Reality stars from Survivor, The Amazing Race, Big Brother, Rock of Love Bus, Hell’s Kitchen, American Idol, Kid Nation, VH1’s Frank The Entertainer, Pirate Master, The Bachelor, The Bachelor Pad, The Mole and The Apprentice will be participating in a Reality Rescue Fundraiser Festival on Oct. 9 at the James River Cellars Winery in Glen Allen. Proceeds from the event, to be held from 3 to 9 p.m. (rain or shine), will go to the Angel Dog Rescue Inc. and

Heavenly Hounds Rescue groups. There will be four book signings featuring Austin Carty of Survivor Panama; Mike Skupin of Survivor Australian Outback; Bob Crowley, winner of Survivor Gabon; and Sean Kenniff of Survivor Borneo. Musical guests include Madison Wolf, the daughter of Tracy Wolf of Survivor Micronesia; Aras Baskauskas, winner of Survivor Panama; Alex Jacobs of The Mole 5; and special guest Janell Wheeler of American Idol

Season 9. A surprise musical guest also is scheduled to appear. Survivor’s first two-time winner, Sandra Diaz Twine, is scheduled to attend. Also coming are Richard Hatch of Survivor Borneo, the first winner of the show; Aras Baskauskas, winner of Survivor Panama; Bob Crowley, winner of Survivor Gabon; Todd Herzog, winner of Survivor China; Jordan Pious, winner of The Amazing Race 16; and Gia Allemand and Gwen Gioia of The Bachelor Pad, which

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Doswell Fire Station seeking vendors to participate in Fall Festival Doswell Fire Station 4 is seeking Event to be held from 10 a.m. to 2 is required. up. arts and crafts vendors to partici- p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9. Those planning to participate For more information, call pate in a Fall Festival Community A $15 prepaid registration fee are asked to arrive early for set- Doris at 876-3817.

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Air National Guard Airman 1st Class David R. Ames graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of David and Wendell Ames of Mechanicsville. Ames is a 2008 graduate of Atlee High School.

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Michael Daniel Callahan Jr. was appointed Naval Aircreman Avionics Third Class Petty Office in the United States Navy. After graduation in Jacksonville, Fla., and completion of SERE training in San Diego, Calif., Michael headed to his permanent duty station at Kaneohe Bay on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, where he is assinged to Squadron VP-4, the world famous “Skinny Dragons.” Michael is a 2008 graduate of Lee-Davis High School. He is the son of Greg and Sherry Bryant of Mechanicsville and Dan and Patty Callahan of Glen Allen.

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STAGE I: The cancer is no larger than 2 centimeters and has not spread beyond the breast to lymph nodes.

STAGE IIA: The tumor can be larger than 2 centimeters but no larger than 5. Or, the cancer is not larger than 2 centimeters, but has spread to up to three auxiliary underarm lymph nodes.

STAGE IIB: The tumor has grown between 2 and 5 centimeters and has spread to up to three auxiliary underarm lymph nodes. Or, the cancer is larger than 5 centimeters but has not spread.

STAGE IIIA: The tumor is between 2 and 5 centimeters in size and has spread to at least 9 auxiliary underarm lymph nodes.

STAGE IIIB: The tumor has spread beyond the breast to tissues nearby, such as the skin, chest wall, ribs, muscles, or lymph nodes in the chest wall.

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Understanding breast cancer Each year, Mother’s Day in the United States helps shed light on the problem of breast cancer. Heightened efforts at raising awareness of breast cancer around Mother’s Day include the cooperation of many corporations, including Major League Baseball, whose players use pink bats in a show of support for breast cancer victims and survivors. But breast cancer is an issue that extends beyond the month of May, and many people might be surprised to learn of breast cancer’s prevalence. In the United States alone, breast cancer incidence in women is 1 in 8, or roughly 13 percent. In fact, among women in the U.S., breast cancer rates are higher than those of any cancer besides lung cancer.

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a tumor. In the case of breast cancer, cancerous cells gradually invade nearby healthy breast tissue and make their way into the underarm lymph nodes, which are small organs that filter out foreign substances in the body. If the cancer reaches the lymph nodes, it then has a pathway into other parts of the body. Upon diagnosis, a patient will be told what stage of breast cancer they are in, which tells how far the cancer has spread beyond the original tumor.

Breast cancer is an uncontrolled growth of breast cells. Any type of cancer is the result of mutations in genes responsible for regulating the growth of cells and keeping them healthy. In a healthy body, the cells replace themselves in an orderly fashion, Is Breast Cancer as healthy new cells take over as Hereditary? old ones die out. When mutations occur, changed cells gain According to BreastCancer. the ability to keep dividing with- org, a nonprofit organization out control or order, producing dedicated to providing reliable, more similar cells and forming complete and current information about breast cancer, only 5 to 10 percent of cancers are due to an abnormality inherited from a parent. While all breast cancers are caused by a genetic g abnormality, roughly 90 percent Now offerin for booth rental ist of breast cancer cases are the yl st al on professi result of genetic abnormalities Ca ll Ta ra that are a result of the aging process and the wear and tear of Saturday, October 23 everyday life. 4 pm - 8 pm

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Are There Risk Factors for Breast Cancer? BreastCancer.org notes that there are factors a woman or man can control that might lessen their risk for breast cancer. Those risks include: Weight. Post-menopausal women in particular can reduce their risk of breast cancer by maintaining a healthy weight. Fat tissue is the body’s main source of estrogen after menopause, and having more fat tissue means higher estrogen levels, which increases breast cancer risk. Diet. Many cancers are

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Practicing breast self-awareness Ruby Nails Early detection of breast cancer is the single-most effective way to beat the disease. That is why it is essential for women to conduct their own breast exams to discover any potential anomalies early on. While doctors stress the importance of self-examination, many women still show up for routine wellness visits admitting they don’t do examinations because they simply don’t know how. Perhaps because the practice was given the formal name “breast self-exam.” Today, however, doctors tell women to have “breast self-awareness.” That means women don’t have to follow a set protocol regarding checking for breast changes, and simply being aware of how the breasts look and feel is key. Why the change in the formalities? Doctors have determined that most women notice a lump in their breasts while doing routine activities, such as bathing or dressing. They also figured out that a formal method of examining the breasts was not necessary. Lumps can be found simply by touching the breasts in any pattern, as long as the entire breast is checked. To demystify the process even further, follow these guidelines.

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linked to diet, but studies have yet to show for certain which types of foods increase the risk for breast cancer. In general, it’s good to restrict sources of red meat and other animal fats, such as fats from dairy products. Some studies have shown that eating a lot of red and/or processed meats is associated with a higher risk of breast cancer. Eating a diet low in fat and rich in fruits and vegetables is often recommended to reduce cancer risk. Exercise. The American Cancer Society recommends engaging in 45 to 60 minutes of physical exercise 5 or more days per week, as evidence continues to mount that exercise can reduce breast cancer risk. Alcohol and smoking. Alcohol limits the liver’s ability to control blood levels of estro-

their appearance and shape. Recognizing subtle differences can help alert a doctor if something is amiss. Be conscious of these changes: • changes in breast size, shape, skin texture, or color • dimpling or puckering of the breast • discharge from the nipples • scaliness of the skin • nipple pulling to one side • lump or mass in the breast • enlarged lymph node under the arm Any changes or questions about breast condition should be promptly brought up with a doctor. Credit - Metro Creative Women should know their risk for Breast self-awareness can help women breast cancer. While there isn’t a definitive notice changes in the breasts and alert a genetic correlation, the high rate of breast doctor promptly. cancer in one family may mean a particular woman is more at risk. Get routine screenings at a doctor’s Breasts are best checked for changes office. Women over the age of 40 should get directly after a menstrual period. At this a mammogram every year. time the breast tissue will be softer and less tender due to diminishing hormone levels. —Metro Creative Look at the breasts every day and notice

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How many women get breast cancer? National organizations and Web sites

The American Cancer Society’s most recent estimates for breast cancer in the United States are for 2010:

American Cancer Society Toll-Free number: 1-800-227-2345 Web site: www.cancer.org

About 207,090 new cases of invasive breast cancer in women

National Breast Cancer Coalition Toll-free number: 1-800-622-2838 Web site: www.stopbreastcancer.org

About 54,010 new cases of carcinoma in situ (CIS) will be found (CIS is noninvasive and is the earliest form of breast cancer).

National Cancer Institute Toll-free number: 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237) Web site: www.cancer.gov

About 39,840 deaths from breast cancer (women) Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer some time during her life is a little less 1 in 8. The chance of dying from breast cancer is about 1 in 35. Breast cancer death rates have been going down. This is probably the result of finding the cancer earlier and better treatment. Right now there are more than 2½ million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure Toll-free number: 1-877-465-6636 Web site: www.komen.org Breast Cancer Network of Strength Toll-free number: 1-800-221-2141 Toll-free number in Spanish: 1-800-986-9505 Web site: www.networkofstrength.org Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Toll-free number: 1-800-232-4636 Web site: www.cdc.gov

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Besides being auctioned for a date, each bachelor also presented a date package for the winning bidder. Rodgers, who also is an arena football player for Richmond Revolution, created a fitness package that included three months free at American Family Fitness and three personal training sessions with him. Rodgers was one of the two auctioned dates for the evening that reached more than $500. For Chesterfield County resident Bill Levitt, stamping out cancer was why he volunteered to be a bachelor. Levitt jokingly said he hoped to “go for more than 25 cents.” He didn’t have to worry with help in the crowd from friend Sherry Venant, who was on hand to help drive up the price.

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Trevor Dickerson, who had a few committed bids before the auction began, had no regrets going into the evening. “It’s just something that I thought would be fun to do, and since it goes towards such a great cause, why not?” Bachelor Drew Wilkins was drawn to the event through friends, who are breast cancer survivors. “I have two friends. Loralyn, who actually is going to be dancing at the Pink Tie Gala. She was 33 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. I also have a friend Gretchen who was diagnosed at a super, super early age. I believe she was 21 or 22, and she had to have a double mastectomy. She was one reason why I came out to support this event too because it was something that was dear to me.” Wilkins was quick to point out that men should be more comfortable talking about breast cancer. “I would say one in 1,000 men will develop breast cancer over their lifetime, so it’s just not a disease that affects women,” he said. In fact, this year the Pink Tie Gala will feature dance team member Hardy Graves of Mechanicsville. The breast cancer survivor has been practicing his Fox Trot for the gala at Rigby’s Jig Dance Studio with other Celebration of Life Dance Team members. Groves also announced the addition of a free Women’s Wellness Expo, presented by Bon Secours Richmond Health System. The expo, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 23, at The Marriott, will provide an occasion for women to speak with health pro-

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fessionals about women’s health issues. The gala will be held later that evening at the same location. The three events benefit the Richmond Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. “We’re always excited this time of year because a lot of folks like Susan [Groves], who raise money for us, and we’re so grateful,” Richmond Affiliate executive director Linda Tiller said. The Richmond Affiliate contributed more than $600,000 to 14 different organizations in Virginia this past year, Tiller said. “It’s so exciting to see how many people donate $15, $20, $25, $50 at a time contribute to Komen and then it all turns into money for $50,000 grants for education, screening and treatment for underserved women that stays in the Central Virginia area,” she said. For information about the Women’s Wellness Expo and ticket or sponsor information for the 4th annual Pink Tie Gala, visit pinktiegala.org. Elizabeth Farina is editor of The Midlothian Exchange.

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Wednesday, Oct. 6 Northside Baptist Church, located at 7600 Studley Rd. will have a blood drive from 3:30-7:30 p.m. Free dinner served from 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Reservation required. Call church to sign-up 746 – 4952. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9808 is forming up a Youth Drill Team & Color Guard. Youth 13 and up interested in participating can join us for practice every Wednesday night from 7-8 p.m. at VFW Post 9808, 7168 Flag Lane, Mechanicsville, VA. First public event will be the Mechanicsville Christmas Parade- December 5, 2010. For more information, contact austinhooe@ymail.com or attend any Wednesday night practices.

Thursday, Oct. 7 Salem Presbyterian Church will host it’s monthly Sing-ALong at 10 a.m. Our Hymn of the Month is “I’ll Fly Away”. Come and join us as we sing our favorite hymns and “oldies”. Light refreshments are served. The Mechanicsville Tea Party is comprised of Democrats, Independents, Libertarians and Republicans. We are a very active, solutions-oriented group that focuses on educating the public, presenting legislation and defending the Constitution. We meet at 8493 New Bethesda Road on Thursday, October 7th at 7:00 p.m. Floyd Bayne who is running for Congress to repre-

sent the 7th District will be our speaker. For more information, please visit us on FaceBook or call 769-8884.

church is located at 6156 Studley Road, Mechanicsville (2 miles east of Rural Point Elementary School) Stew will be $7 per quart and ready at noon with pickup available until 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9 Doswell Fire - Station 4 is Call the church (746-4719) or seeking Arts and Crafts ven- Bob Gibson (723-5971) to ordors to participate in a Fall der. Festival Community Event The Black Creek Volunteer on Saturday, October 9th. A $15.00 prepaid registration fee Fire Department will be havis required. Hours are 10:00a ing our annual Turkey Shoot - 2:00p. Arrive early for set up, starting on Saturday, Oct. 9 and wrap up and depart afterwards. running every Saturday night For additional details call Doris starting at 7 p.m. through Nov. 20 at the Firehouse at 6229 at 876 - 3817. McClellan Road. Please come The United Methodist Men and bring your friends and famof Enon UMC will hold its ily. There will be great prizes, Annual Brunswick Stew. The great food and wholesome fam-

ily fun! You may call 781-0432 ing Jewelry, Candles, Wreaths, Children’s Items, Cosmetics, for further information. and much more! Breakfast and Enon United Methodist Lunch items will be available Church located at 6156 Studley for purchase. IVNA will be on Rd., Studley, Va. and will have site with Flu Shots from 10-12 a bake sale at 8 a.m. Sponsored p.m. For more information visit by Enon United Methodist www.shadygrove.org/specialevWomen. Proceeds to go to local ents. If interested in becoming missions; if you have any ques- a vendor please call the Church tions call Carol at 356-3459. Office at 746-9073. The Shady Grove United Methodist Women invite all to attend our Bazaar & Craft Show from 9-2 p.m. at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. The event will feature a Country Store, Silent Auction, Bake Sale, and Brunswick Stew Sale. There will be lots of crafters and vendors includ-

Craft vendors are needed for the Hanover Ruritans’ Annual Steak ‘n Race (lawn mower racing) at Hanover Ruritan Park. There is no charge to set up a booth, but each vendor is required to buy a ticket for $25 see CALENDAR, pg. 28 `

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which entitles you to the steak dinner, hot dogs and beverages. There will be family fun, music, crafts and children’s activities. Gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. You met set up your booth as early as 8 a.m. The steak dinner will be served from 4-6 p.m. Contact Carol Ware at 746-2356 if you have a craft or product or service you would like to sell. The John Marshall High School Class of 1955 is planning a 55th Reunion on Oct. 9 and 10. The Reunion Committee is looking for lost classmates and asking those who have not yet made their reservations to call Janice Glover Burton at 276-3480 or Jean Ormand Small at 7463096.

The Hanover Ruritan Club is proud to present Steak N Race 2010. Family fun for all ages! Gates open 10- 7 p.m. This year including a King Sized Steak Dinner, Live Music, children’s games, crafts vendor and lawnmower racers on a Daytona Style Track. Tickets can be purchased at www. hanoverruritan.org. Buy Tickets online at www.hanoverruritan. org or at Mechanicsville Drug Store, Lipscombe Appliance, West Store, Meadowbridge Auto Service or Colonial Farm Credit For more information or to signup as a Craft Vendor, call 779-2522. Pamunkey River Garden Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library located at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place. The speaker will be Mary Ann Ritchie. The title of the program

will be “Planning, Planting and Harvesting an Herb Garden”. Ms. Ritchie’s book “A Thyme to Plant” will be for sale and signing. The cost of the book is $13.60. Members will also be displaying their floral designs and horticulture for judging. Anyone interested in gardening, floral design and horticulture are welcome to attend. Beaverdam Heritage Day will feature the Hanover Concert Band in the Historic Beaverdam Train Depot. The band is comprised of local amateur musicians, who perform an assortment of American concert music at local venues throughout Hanover County and the Richmond metro area. The free concert begins at 1 p.m. For more information about the Hanover Concert Band and upcoming concerts, visit www. hanoverconcertband.org.

40th Hermitage High Class Reunion at Lakeside Country Club from 5:30-11:30 p.m. For more info email barbgrl8750@ hotmail.com or Kaharris7@ embarqmail.com or call 7464977 and leave message. Also invited is the class of 1969 and 1971.

Safety Education Displays will be featured. For a small fee we have spaces available for your yard sale merchandise. Call Chief Tina Fugman at 6989447, or 365 – 4905, for information or to make reservations / donations for the yard and bake sales.

The Hanover Courthouse Volunteer Fire Company will hold an open house and yard sale from 12-4 p.m. at their Firehouse, 13326 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover (23069). At the time of our 57th Anniversary this fun community event will produce funds for our volunteer training and operating needs. A Bake Sale and silent auction / raffle will be included. Firehouse Tours, Children’s Entertainment and

The Town of Ashland will offer guided walking tours of the historic railroad town on Saturday mornings in October, leaving from the Ashland/ Hanover Visitor Center at 11 a.m. Tours are given by knowledgeable volunteer guides who live in the Ashland area. The tours which are approximately an hour and a half long are free. For more information contact the Visitors Center at 752-6766

The Henry Volunteer Fire Company will hold a 50th Year Celebration and Open House from 12-4 p.m. at their Firehouse, 9634 Chamberlayne Road, in Mechanicsville (23116). This Community Event is always great fun. Kids Entertainment, Safety Education, Equipment Displays and Rescue Demonstrations will occur. See the Jaws Of Life in use and experience Hanover’s Fire Safety House. Come meet your local Firefighters, and get to know this organization serving since 1960. This is a family/all ages event. Light food and snacks available at no cost. For additional information call Station Six at 746 – 4769. see CALENDAR, pg. 30 `

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Gerbino-Baker announce engagement plans Mr. Albert Gerbino and Ms. Joan Gerbino of Mechanicsville, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Christen Hope Gerbino of Mechanicsville, to Brandon Louis Baker of Mechanicsville, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis and Paula Baker of Richmond. Miss Christen Hope Gerbino is a graduate of Lee Davis High School. Mr. Brandon Louis Baker is a graduate of Atlee High School. A January wedding is planned.

Patrick A. Harmon and Mr. and Mrs. James A. Fraley of Mechanicsville are proud to announce the engagement of their children Tiffany Marie Harmon of Mechanicsville to Nathan Anthony Fraley of Mechanicsville. Miss Tiffany Harmon is a graduate of Lee Davis High School class of 2005 and is employed at Italian Kitchen. Mr. Nathan Fraley is a graduate of Lee Davis High School class of 2001 and is employed at Automated Air Systems. A September 24, 2011 wedding is planned.

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ANDREW and CORA MOWATT Mr. and Mrs. Andrew R. Mowatt celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 26, 2010. Mrs. Mowatt is the former Cora A. Fenne. An elegant dinner was hosted by their son David and his wife Kimberly. Mr. Mowatt celebrated his 81st birthday the follow day, Aug. 27. Andy is still employed by Sears Roebuck and Company. They have a daughter Andrea McRae (John), two grand daughters and six great-grand daughters.

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Family announces Lila Harper Hostetler

LILA HARPER HOSTETLER born September 11, 2009

Lila Harper Hostetler, daughter of Rebecca Johnson Hostetler and Brian David Hostetler of Virginia Beach was born Sept. 11, 2009. She weighed 7lbs. 15 oz. and was 21 inches long. Lila was welcomed home by happy grandparents Barbara and Jim Johnson and Jan and Dave Hostetler. She was also welcomed by great grandmothers Ann Myers and Louise Hostetler.

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Monday, Oct. 11 Silly Bandz Switch from 11-12 p.m. at Hanover Branch Library – School age children and younger will be able to trade their Silly Bandz, play a silly game and enjoy refreshments. Plan on joining us for this special time!

the video will be shown in the meeting room of the Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Station #3 at 4428 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va., 23116. This educational event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the Mechanicsville T.E.A. Party on Facebook or call 769-8884.

Mechanicsville Elementary School will have a school night at Chick Fil-A from 5:30-7:30 Beds for Kids, a local nonp.m. profit organization whose mission is to provide beds for kids The Mechanicsville AARP in need in our community, is will meet at 10 a.m. at Shalom sponsoring a Penny Drive. We Baptist Church located at need your pennies! In an effort 6395 Mechanicsville Turnpike. to support our local commuVisitors are welcome. nity, Concrete Ideas, 10996 Leadbetter Road, Ashland, VA, will be collecting your pennies Wednesday, Oct. 13 The newly chartered from Oct. 1-29 between normal business hours. We are hoping Testifying Toastmasters meet at to get 400,000 pennies = $4000 6:30 p.m. at Hanover Church this will buy 30 twin beds for 30 of the Nazarene on the secchildren. www.bedsforkids.us. ond and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Toastmasters is an international organization that Tuesday, Oct. 12 trains in the art of public speakThe East Richmond ing and leadership skills. For Beekeepers Association www. more information, please coneastrichmondbees.org monthly tact Sandy Sanders, PR VP at program will be held from 6:30eesjresquire@netscape.net. 8:30 p.m., at Fort Lee Baptist Church, corner Laburnum October is Wine Month in Avenue & Charles City Road, Virginia and Hanover Tavern 2727 Charles City Road, will celebrate with Mitzi Richmond, Va 23231. The Batterson, owner of James River October program will be led Winery and Cellars. Batterson by Jones Tyler. The program is will present “The Craft of titled: “Perspectives of a Newer Wine” from 7-8 pm at the Beekeeper”. For further inforTavern. Learn about the promation contact David Stover at cess of producing wine and get 782-0988. advice on pairing you favorite foods with wine! Tastings will At 7:00 p.m., The be provided, suggested donaMechanicsville T.E.A. Party tion of $3 per guest. For more will premiere in Virginia Part information, call 537-5050 or 1 of the critically acclaimed visit www.hanovertavern.org documentary, “For Liberty: for a complete list of upcoming How The Ron Paul Revolution events. Watered the Withered Tree of Liberty”. Rewind to the 2008 Presidential campaign to see the Thursday, Oct. 14 Goodwill’s Mechanicsville explosive beginnings of grassEmployment Center, 7147 roots America’s revolutionary Brandy Run Dr. is holding Meet march to restore liberty! Part The Employer in Mechanicsville 2 of the video will be shown on Oct. 19, 2010. Parts 1 and 2 of with guest, Bass Pro Shops, at 10 am. This is an opportunity

to hear Management discuss their company, hiring process and employment opportunities. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Doors open at 9:00am. Business casual attire is required. 417-6721 The National Alliance on Mental Illness-Central Virginia Chapter (NAMI-CVA) is having their monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave. This is one block east of St Mary’s Hospital. Katie Van Arnam, LCSW, Director of Housing Access Programs with Virginia Supportive Housing will speak. The meeting is free and open to the public. For further information call 285-1749.

Friday, Oct. 15 Caring and Giving Fall Festival from 6-8:30 p.m. The Primrose School of Atlee Commons is hosting fun festivities and service opportunities for all ages! Petting zoo, music, crafts, food and service projects supporting the Central Virginia Food Bank, Susan G. Komen Foundation, Meals on Wheels, Soldiers serving overseas. Admission: non-perishable food or cash donation ($5 suggested). Call 550-3400 for more information. Winn’s Baptist Church will be host for a gospel music concert at 7 p.m. Ministering to us with their music will be Southern Classics (former Southern Gold members, Dale Buckner, Ron Porter and Chalmer Frye), and Calvary’s Mercy. Winn’s is located at 12320 Winns Church Road, Glen Allen. A love offering will be taken. For more information call 798-5512, 7985513, 798-6179 or Carlton at 651-4544.

Greene at 350-8277 for ticket information. National Feral Cat Day is promoted by Alley Cat Allies. Local author Teresa Adele Bettino will be addressing the need for community involvement with trap-neuter-return programs for feral cats. She will be signing her book, The Cats of Hanover Juvenile Correctional Center, a humorous story of a momma feral cat and her offspring living at our local juvenile prison. Mechanicsville author, Miriam Walker will be signing her numerous books. The event: Coffee Lane Cafe, 746-4647, from 10-12 p.m. Hanover Historic Machinery Club will host a Tractor Pull at Hanover Ruritan Park Scholarship Pull, October 16th and 17th 2010. On Saturday gates open at 7 a.m. Lawn and Garden pull starts at 10 a.m. Consignment Auction starts at approx. 12 p.m. Tractors start after auction- Weight classes 4501lb to 5000lb. Sunday gates open at 7 a.m. Tractor pull starts at 10 a.m. Weight classes 5,001lb to 12,000lb. Food vendor on site both days. Rain date- October 23 and 24, 2010. Admission- $5, kids 10 and under free. Contact Wesley Carneal for more information at 572-6007.

Good Karma will be hosting their Annual Fall Yard Sale at King William High School from 7-1 p.m. (rain date October 23). Yard sale spots are available at $10 each and consist of four student parking spots. Tables are not provided. Gates will open at 5:30 a.m. and yard sale spots are offered on a first come first serve basis. Yard sale spots must be set up and ready no later than 7 a.m. and you must be prepared to leave the premises no later than 2 p.m. If you would like to reserve a spot or Saturday, Oct. 16 have any questions please conLee-Davis Class of 1980 tact Lisa Woody at 994-8742. 30th year Reunion. Please contact Kim Montgomery Agee see CALENDAR, pg. 33 ` at 901-4689 or Tammy Wells

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