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100 Best Communities Communications plan Hanover receives fourth designation for youth By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Hanover County officially became a four-time winner on Wednesday with the announcement of America’s Promise Alliance 100 Best Communities for Young People presented by ING. With the recognition, the county receives a $2,500 grant, as well as signage iden-

Registrar oﬀering in-person absentee voting on two days The office of Hanover C ou nt y registrar Te r e s a Smithson will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, O c t . SMITHSON 29, and Saturday, Nov. 5, each day for in-person absentee voting. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Applications for absentee ballots and sample ballots will be made available at the Hansee VOTING, pg. 17

tifying the award. In addition to Hanover Virginia has four other communities receiving the designation: Alexandria, Chesterfield County, Prince William County and Surry County. Hanover also was honored in 2007, 2008 and 2010. According to the website, http://www.americaspromise.

org/100best, the program “recognizes the nation’s best community-wide efforts to reduce high school dropout rates and provide youth with an outstanding place to live, learn and grow.” With county leaders including Board of Supervisors chair and Mechanicsville District repsee BEST, pg. 4

gets supervisors’ boost By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com

A coordinated effort in times of emergencies is among items the Hanover County Board of Supervisors will be proposing to the Virginia General Assembly for the 2012 session. Last Wednesday, county attorney Sterling E. Rives III reviewed the Legislative Agenda with the board. He said it “may be a little bit simpler than it has been in previous years.” Under action items, a proposal board chair

Deborah B. Winans of the Mechanicsville District brought to 97th District Del. Christopher K. Peace’s attention targets the impact on emergency communications centers when natural disasters occur. “We believe that it would be beneficial for the state to take a more comprehensive look,” Rives said. Legislation already exists concerning mutual aid. “This is more of a technical problem, logistisee PLAN, pg. 15

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Lee-Davis High School softball team got a preview of their AAA state championship rings as part of a ceremony last Wednesday at the Mechanicsville Moose Lodge. More on page 40.

Dr. Jamelle Wilson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, has received the support of key educational leaders as the budget process starts with the School Board. She also had the pleasure of announcing that 100 percent of the district’s schools have been fully accredited for the 10th consecutive. In other good news, the division has the lowest dropout rate among schools serving 15,000 or more at 2.3 percent. Wilson did say the system experienced a slight dip in on-time graduation rates, going from 95 percent last year to 94.3

percent this year. During the Oct. 11 regular meeting of the School Board, representatives of several organizations voiced their endorsement of her proposed goals for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 in a prebudget public hearing. In January, then-superintendent Dr. Stewart D. Roberson presented a budget of $203.8 million for the 2011-2012 term. Matte Anderson, who serves as chair of the Business Advisory Committee, said, “Stability is something that sometimes we can take for granted. We have had the pleasure of having great stability in our county, espesee BUDGET, pg. 17

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How far can we chunk pumpkins? Find out at the Ashwood Gardens & Nursery’s 6th annual Pumpkin Chunk-AThon to benefit Hanover Arc. The Pumpkin Chunk-A-Thon will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29, at 11374 Ashcake Road. You can win prizes by picking the pumpkin you think will fly the farthest. You can cheer your pumpkin on as it is catapulted from a large wooden trebujet.

Pumpkins will be chunked starting at 10:30 a.m. and then on the hour until 2:30 p.m. The event will feature pumpkin chunking and carving, a pet costume contest, magician, face painting, tattoo booth, hotdogs, games, a corn maze and an alpaca zoo. All proceeds will benefit Hanover Arc, a nonprofit organization that serves adults and children with disabilities and their families so that they may have “A Life Like Yours!” For more information, call Hanover Arc at 798-2400 or Ashwood Gardens & Nursery at 798-2280.

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Liberty Christian School Country Fair to feature store, auctions, crafts and games Liberty Christian School will present its Country Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22, at the school, which is located on U.S. 360 in Mechanicsville, about two miles east of LeeDavis High School. Family fun events include

a Country Store, featuring baked goods, fall plants and crafts); live and silent auctions; indoor Holiday Craft Bazaar; yard sale; games; inflatables; and food. Holiday craft bazaar vendors are needed. The fee is $30 per space. For an applica-

tion, e-mail libertychristianchurch@comcast.net. The fair will be held rain or shine. All proceeds will benefit Liberty Christian School. For more information, visit the website at www.libertychristianschool.org.

The phone number for those interested in participating in the Mechanicsville Christmas Parade should have been 779-7707 in an article in last week’s edition. The incorrect number was submitted. Sponsored by the Mechanicsville Rotary and Ruritan clubs, the parade will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4.

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Debbie Winans, incumbent and independent candidate for the Mechanicsville District seat on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors said she was misquoted in an article that appeared in the Oct. 12 edition. She had participated in a Candidate Forum presented by the Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce. According to Winans, she said she received the board’s approval for a “small area plan” for the village of Mechanicsville in 2010. No grant is involved. She also said

the proposal for a sister locality to switch emergency calls is her idea and has been included in Hanover County’s Legislative Agenda. “Henrico County has nothing to do with it, they don’t even know about it yet. They experienced an overload of calls when a house blew up several months ago, so my idea could help them as well,” Winans said. “[Del.] Chris Peace is helping me get the idea into a General Assembly study committee and hopefully there will be some action on it in the upcoming session.”

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resentative Deborah B. Winans, Ashland District supervisor G. Ed Via, county administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr., deputy county administrator Joseph P. Casey, deputy county administrator Frank W. Harksen and Parks & Recreation director Greg Sager attending, “a great day in Hanover County” was celebrated. Boasting a population of nearly 100,000 Hanover County has a graduate rate of 95.0 percent and youth poverty rate of 5.7 percent. Community programs that brought attention to the county include: ✓ The Kids Intensive Treatment Team, which provides treatment for troubled adolescents and reduces the use of expensive restrictive congregant care placements. ✓ The Graduate Warrantee Program guarantees that students are capable of communication, computation and career skills for employers and post-secondary institutions. ✓ Vocational, Technical and Alternative Education Study drives instructional programming for workforce development and high school curriculum. ✓ Move and Groove brings parents and

----(Editor’s note: The following was submitted on behalf of Sheila Crossen-Powell, director, Hanover County Department of Social Services. The original article was submitted by the Christmas Mother Program.) The article in the Oct. 12, 2011, edition of The Mechanicsville Local regarding the Christmas Mother program indicated “. . . families that receive services from the Hanover Department of Social Services will not be

children together to combat obesity and has reduced the number of “at-risk” children significantly in Hanover. ✓ Teens Care Too has helped to increase awareness of substance abuse prevention among Hanover teens. America’s Promise Alliance chair Alma Powell was joined by ING Foundation president Rhonda Mims and NBC News correspondent Luke Russert in making the announcement from the Knight Studio at the Newseum in Washington, D.C. Hanover County supporters watched a live webcast from the supervisors’ meeting room in the administration building. Before the webcast, a video highlighting the positive programs offered to Hanover County’s youth was shown. Vice president Joe Biden spoke, praising Gen. Colin Powell and his wife for their contributions to the nation. He noted Alma Powell’s “passion and integrity,” as well as her commitment to the education of the country’s youth. He said her devotion to the young people can “only mean good things for our future.” Biden also pointed out that his wife Jill teaches full-time at Northern Virginia Community College while serving as second lady. The vice president said the Obama

served unless they return their release form back to Hanover County.” The information should be corrected as follows: Families with children 17 and under that receive SNAP (Food Stamps) and TANF benefits from the Hanover Department of Social Services (HDSS) have been sent a release form and will not be served unless the form is returned to HDSS. This form must be received by HDSS no later than Nov. 10, 2011. All others must write directly to the Hanover Christmas Mother.

administration was “focusing so much energy on education and investing in our children.” He also said he was “so impressed by the stories I’ve heard about the 100 Best Communities.” During the webcast, celebrations were shown in Bigfork, Mont., Beaufort, S.C., and Abington, Pa. The win in Bigfork was a first. America’s Promise Alliance said that more than 7,000 students drop out of a U.S. school every day, equal to 1.3 million young people a year. The website reported that this year’s 100 Best are raising high school graduation rates all across America and helping prepare young people for success in college, work and life. Other achievements noted by the Alliance include: ✓ The 100 Best winning communities have an average high school graduation rate of 81 percent compared to the national graduation rate of 75 percent. ✓ Twenty-one communities achieved greater than 90 percent graduation rates. ✓ California and Florida tied with seven winning communities, followed by five states with five winning communities each: Kentucky, Massachusetts, New York, Virginia and Washington.

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If you have high speed Internet, be grateful Several years ago, I wrote a column about being spoiled by conveniences. That holds true today. While attending the Oct. 5 public meeting hosted by the High Speed Internet Committee, the reality of how dependent we are on the latest technologies — and that we should expect those services — hit home. Fortunately, I have a service provider that enables me to connect at a decent speed without worries or delays. Listening to some of the residents’ concerns reminded me of the early days of “the world wide web” and uploading news content at the end of a shift. It was the early 1990s and that meant dial-up. I can still hear that squeal as the attempt to connect kept the editors waiting and waiting and waiting. It didn’t take long to get the data prepared, but the actual upload seemed like an eternity. Surprisingly, we have neighbors in our county who endure that waiting game. That is, if they even have the option for Internet service. And then there are some who have to depend on dial-up. Having not had any dependence on dial-up for several years, I would expect it has improved. But, there’s that speed issue addressed in the meetings in Montpelier and Mechanicsville. Some residents operate their businesses from their homes. High speed Internet access is an issue in the success of their ventures. Internet service costs mentioned were astronomical. So, where are we now with this? The committee will be presenting its report to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors in December. Can our county afford to fund accessibility? What arrangements can be made to entice providers to bring the service to residents from one end of the county to the other? More than a decade into the 21st century means the conveniences we expect are not unrealistic. Our hope is that the committee and the supervisors will be able to persuade service providers to invest in a growing and prosperous Hanover County. Time will tell. Melody Kinser

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a newsletter for the patrons & friends of Lee-Davis High School Volume 24, No. 3 Great football weather and an exciting lineup brought out enthusiastic crowds to the 2011 Homecoming Football Game last weekend. The Homecoming Parade began at 6:00 pm with a performance by the awardwining Lee-Davis Confederate Marching Band and floats from our Freshman, Sophomore, Junior and Senior Class Councils; JV Football, Girls Volleyball; Key Club; S.A.D.D.; JV and Varsity Cheerleading; PRIDE Club; African-American Studies Club; Cross-Country; Softball; Homecoming Nominees; DECA and SCA. At half-time, the 2011 State Softball Champions received their state rings and our 2011 Homecoming Royalty was crowned! Congratulations to seniors King Israel Vaughan and Queen Ann Lewis, Juniors Prince Naveed Quarterman and Princess Krystalee Revanna, sophomores Duke Andy Ordaz and Duchess Hannah Lyttle, and freshmen Count Jonathan Chudoba and Countess Jordan Martin. L-DHS also welcomed back the Classes of 1971 and 1981 who had alumni groups in the stands as they celebrated their reunion weekend. Lee-Davis has been designated a Virginia Naturally School for the third year by expanding its Outdoor Classroom to include a butterfly garden, herb garden, vegetable and fruit selections, and a compost bin. Tables were constructed by senior Brandon Stroble as part of his Eagle Scout project. Virginia Naturally Schools is the official environmental education school recognition program of the Commonwealth, administered by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (DGIF) with support from the Department of Education, Department of Environmental Quality and other resource agencies. This program recognizes the wonderful efforts of many Virginia schools to increase the environmental awareness and stewardship of our youngest citizens. We are happy to recognize senior Ann L. Lewis as a Commended Student in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. Commended students represent some of the most academically talented students in the country, placing among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who participated. Ann has received a certificate and congratulations on her achievement. Congratulations to the L-DHS Horticulture/FFA students for their 3rd place finish in the Student Garden Competition at the State Fair for their interpretation of the theme, “Pickin’ in the Garden”. Students used a variety of musically named plants and musical instruments used as planters to construct their garden. Students contributing to this year’s garden were Bobby Garner, Chris Loving, Matt Longest, David Adams, Travis McLaughlin, Michael Doggett, Dylan Brooks, Nicole Hite, Austin Wilson, Court Hamilton, Cameron Chevalier, Tyler French, AJ Johnston, Trevor Jessie, Brice Moore, and teachers Jessica Kreye and Zane Fessler. Congratulations to FFA member Bayley Johnson for placing 5th in the state in the Agri-science Demonstration contest at the State Fair. Bayley’s demonstration included a physical demonstration of team steer roping. Assistant Principal Charles Stevens was a presenter at the VHSL Regional Publication Championships October 7 at the Richmond Convention Center. A former yearbook sponsor with numerous awards and recognitions during his tenure, he led sessions on Sports Coverage and Publications Advising for novice advisers. Congratulations to the 2011 Confederate yearbook staff under sponsor Kathleen Trace for earning a VHSL Trophy Class Award. The Confederate received two Virginia High School League (VHSL) awards. The 2011 Confederate Yearbook was among only 36 Virginia schools awarded a VHSL Trophy Class ranking, the highest possible. Congratulations go out to the 2011 editors: Montasia Golden, Ashley Johnson and Maddie Muse. The Confederate also received a Charles E. Savedge Award for Sustained Excellence in Scholastic Journalism. To be eligible for the Savedge award a school must have received five Trophy Class rankings within a seven-year period. Only six Virginia schools received this honor. As a reminder, the 2011-12 yearbook is still available; the price for the yearbook is now $70. Checks can be made payable to Lee-Davis High School. Senior Lee-Davis football player, Israel Vaughan, has been selected as Week 5’s Richmond Metro Impact Player of the Week. Israel will receive a plaque commemorating the distinction. “Israel is being honored for his performance in [L-D’s] thrilling 30-28 win over Henrico High where he rushed 29 times for 195 yards and one TD; and threw for two more scores. Schilling & Esposito believes that the student athletes in our area are the best around” and they are very proud to be sponsoring this awards program for the second year. Congratulations!

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF TRADITION AND PRIDE! The string orchestra program is hard at work preparing for their fall concert which will take place on October 27 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. This concert will include the SJMS string orchestra groups and will surely delight audience members of all ages. There will be a Fall Festival before the concert, including games and activities for children and a bake sale. All proceeds help fund the orchestra program. As always, the concert is free. Parents and community members interested in supporting the orchestra program should consider becoming a member of the Orchestra Boosters. Please contact mhawley@hcps.us for more information about joining the Boosters. The popular Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show sponsored by the Lee-Davis Band Boosters will be held on Saturday, November 19 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Commons. There will be handcrafted items, wood crafts, jewelry, candles, Thanksgiving and holiday items, bake sale and silent auction. For more information or to reserve a space, e-mail LDCraft@comcast.net or call 852-0017. The Lee-Davis Players proudly present a rollicking retelling of the beloved children’s play, Jack and the Magic Beans, November 17 and 18 at 7:00 in the evening. Join us for a special Family Performance on Saturday, November 19 at 11:00 am with a following show at 3:00 pm. Children are encouraged to stay after the show for a meet and greet with cast. Admission is $5.00 and tickets will be sold at the door. Experience Jack’s adventure as he spins the tale of trading the family cow for magic beans and let your imaginations soar as Jack climbs the magic beanstalk to confront the angry and frightening Giant. We hope that you will join us for the magical adventure, Jack and the Magic Beans. Grandparents with a Hanover County Gold Card will be admitted free to this and all HCPS school events! For details on the Gold Card program, please call the school at 723-2200. On September 23, 2011, Lee-Davis NJROTC was among a select group of other NJROTC Units to have the esteemed privilege of meeting some members of the Navy’s Blue Angels at Granby High School, Norfolk, Virginia. The Blue Angels is the Navy’s precision flight demonstration team, a very elite aviation team. The program honored the Bicentennial anniversary of Naval Aviation. The crewmembers enforced the importance of education, commitment, and discipline during high school and throughout life. The cadets were enthralled by the commitment, hard work, physical prowess, and discipline required not only to be a naval aviator, but also a Blue Angels team member—the best of the very best. The cadets left the program inspired; they also had the rare opportunity to take a group photo with the Blue Angels team. Cadet/CPO Justine Taylor lost her life as the result of a tragic car accident September 23, 2011. Justine is remembered and celebrated by her NJROTC family, where she was an integral member during her tenure at Lee-Davis. She embodied all the principles and values the program endeavors to instill; very few ever achieve such a feat. Cadet Taylor was a cadet’s cadet and a role model to all. Her smile spoke volumes and her quiet strength was demonstrated through her discipline, athleticism, and love of animals and life. Justine will always be remembered and celebrated by her NJROTC family, and in keeping with Navy tradition we SALUTE her and bid her Fair Winds and Following Seas. Our first drill meet of the season will be in honor of Cadet/CPO Justine Taylor. Lee-Davis High School has partnered with Bill Talley Ford for a Drive One 4 UR School event as part of a public relations project coordinated through DECA. This event will take place at Lee-Davis High School on Saturday, October 22, 2011 and will start at 9 a.m. The goal of the event is to attract people to Lee-Davis for a free test drive of a Ford vehicle. Ford will donate twenty dollars for every test drive, up to $6,000, to the Lee-Davis Athletic Department as part of this community event. For the test drives, participants will have the choice of several different cars including the Ford F150, Fiesta, Fusion, Focus, Escape, Edge, and Explorer. The cars will be shown off at Lee-Davis’ home football game on October 21 and community members will have an opportunity to sign up for a test drive. In addition to the test drives, there will also be fun activities for the whole family. Events may include a punt, pass, and kick competition, a rock climbing wall, a moon bounce, a tug-of-war competition, face painting, and much more! Food and vendors will also be available. Test drives are by appointment only and drivers must be 18 years of age or older. To sign up for a test drive, or for more information on becoming a vendor, please

The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Administrator for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

OCTOBER 2011 call Della Childress at (804) 723-2203 or come out to Lee-Davis High School on October 21 at the home football game to sign up. Spaces are limited - so act fast. Sophomore (grade 10) health screenings are scheduled for November 9 and 10. Please be sure that all grade 10 students are present for this very important event. On behalf of the L-DHS PTSA, thanks to all who have already started sending in Box Tops for Education labels. For those who may have missed the PTSA table during orientation or Back to School Night, we are collecting the box tops for LDHS. If you have labels and would like to send them in with your student, they can be dropped off in the main office. The first cutoff date to redeem the labels is at the end of this month. If possible, please drop off any labels you may have on hand no later than October 28. Our next cutoff date will be in the spring so please continue to cut and send in the labels all year long. . A big thank you to all of you who have joined the PTSA for this school year: the large number of faculty and staff memberships is greatly appreciated. Membership is still open for all students or parents; forms are available on the Lee- Davis website or in the school office. The cost to join is $6 per individual. Scholarships are given at the end of the school year to four seniors. Both the senior student and at least one parent must be a member of the Lee-Davis PTSA in order to be eligible.. The VFW Audio Essay contest is currently underway at Lee-Davis. Students may check with their History or Government teacher for details. The top three essays will receive the following scholarships: First Place $2,500, Second Place $2,000, Third Place $1,500. Did you know that daily announcements and menus are on our web page! Just go to the “What’s New” tab at the bottom left of the page and click on “Announcements” or “Lunch Menu.” The all-inclusive school calendar is also linked here: just go to “Events” and the calendar link will appear. Parents, please be aware that balloons, flowers and fast food may not be delivered to students at school. Essential items such as homework and lunch money may be given to the school secretary who will notify the student to pick up the article. The school cannot accept deliveries of flowers, balloons, fast food and other non-essential items. This school policy is designed to support the academic and instructional activities. Thank you for helping us stay focused on instruction as we “Build Community!” Date 11/1 11/1 11/2 11/2 11/3 11/3 11/4 11/4 11/5 11/5 11/7 11/4 11/8 11/9 11/10 11/10 11/11 11/11 11/12 11/14 11/17 11/17 11/18 11/18 11/18 11/19 11/19 11/19 11/22 11/22 11/22 11/22 11/23 11/23 11/23 11/24 11/25 11/29 11/30 11/30 11/30 11/30

NOVEMBER 2011 Event Boys Varsity Volleyball Girls Varsity Volleyball Girls Varsity Volleyball Boys Varsity Volleyball Choir Fall Concert l JV Football Early School Closing Varsity Football Varsity Cross Country SAT Test Center Daylight Savings Ends Winter Sports Begin Student Holiday10th Grade 10th Grade JV Football Report Cards Varsity Football Varsity Cross Country Athletic Booster Meeting Early School Closing Parent-Teacher Girls JV Basketball Girls Varsity Basketball Fall Play Performance NJROTC Band Fall Craft Show Fall Play Performance Boys JV Basketball Girls JV Basketball Boys Varsity Basketball Girls Varsity Basketball Electives Fair Senior Class Meeting Early School Closing Schools ClosedSchools ClosedFall Sports Boys JV Basketball Girls JV Basketball Boys Varsity Basketball Girls Varsity Basketball

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In the photo at left, Hanover County administrators and educators prepare for a “frightful” evening at Kings Dominion. They are, from left, front row, April Rhyne; Jackie Minter; Debbie Winans, chairman of the Hanover Board of Supervisors; William Noel, director of finance at Kings Dominion; Owen Matthews; Sara Bottorff and Rebekah D’Ascoli, and, back row, Rob Patton, Mikael Giese, Jennifer Cohodas, Brian Maltby, Karl Lippa and Charles Stephens. Monster 101 Class participants, photo above, are Charles Stephens, April Rhyne, Sara Bottorff, Rebekah D’Ascoli, Jackie Minter, Karl Lippa, Jennifer Cohodas, William Noel, Mikael Giese and Rob Patton.

Hanover Partners in Education scare up good times ings Dominion in Doswell and the Hanover Partners in Education recently teamed up to have a “scary” good time and raise money. On Sunday, Oct. 9, 12 Hanover County high school administrators and educators joined

the ranks of more than 500 Kings Dominion’s Haunt Monsters. However, the evening’s event was not all fun and games. Participants started their evening with the “Monster 101” training class, where they learned

the art of the scare. They also got a sneak peak at the haunted mazes for reference and then it was off to costuming and makeup. Each person was cast and costumed for a specific maze in the park.

In all, the administrators and educators spent around two hours in the Haunt XI mazes. They attempted to scare Kings Dominion guests and possibly their own students. Information submitted by John Pagel, Kings Dominion marketing manager.

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bingo, and more. There will be two seatings for breakfast – one at 8:30 a.m. and one at 10:30 a.m. Space is limited. Tickets are $5 each (with a cap of $20 per immediate family members) and there are a limited number of tickets available. Principal Rhonda Epling

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said, “We welcome current and former students, parents and teachers.” Tickets went on sale for current students and families on Monday, Oct. 17, and will go

on sale to the general public on Monday, Oct. 24. “We also are offering vendor space at the festival for a fee,” Epling added. Anyone interested in purchasing tickets, or for vendor information, can contact Sherrie Tribble via e-mail at sherrietribble@verizon.net.

Trunk or Treat Night Trunk or Treat Night will be presented on Sunday, Oct. 30, at Enon United Methodist Church at 6156 Studley Road in Mechanicsville. A hot dog dinner will be served from 5:30 to 6 p.m. Trunk or Treat will start at 6:15 p.m. There will be prizes for the most original, scariest and prettiest costumes.

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2011. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Jean; daughter, Sandra; son, Alan; and sister, Rose Martin. Graveside services were held on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011 at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, Va. 23060.

Robert Wayne Elliott, 54, of Richmond, entered into rest on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Elliott. He was a U.S. Army veteran, reaching the rank of Sergeant. He is survived by his wife, Deborah Elliott; mother, Eleanor Elliott; sons, Chris Carrington and Robert E. Elliott; daughter, Lauren Mosier; grandson, Noah Mosier; twin brother, Walter Elliott (Dwan); and brother, Michael Elliott (Patty); and other beloved family members. The family received friends Friday, Oct. 14, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel James R. Dranchak, “Jim”, 75, of Mechanicsville, passed of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 away after a courageous battle see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 ` with cancer on Friday, Oct. 7,

Sydney College and earned his masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in English from Continued from pg. 10 b the University of Virginia. He Lee-Davis Rd., where services taught and completed his coursewere conducted Saturday, Oct. work for his Ph.D. at Vanderbilt 15, 2011. Graveside services were University. He also studied for held at Hanover Memorial Park. a year at Cambridge University. â&#x20AC;&#x153;God Bless America.â&#x20AC;? Mr. McIlwaine began teaching at Randolph-Macon College in 1955 and retired in 1994. In addition to Stanley Krzak, 72, of teaching English, he introduced Aylett, went to rest in the hands William Meade McIlwaine, film studies to Randolph-Macon. of the Lord on Oct. 11, 2011. These courses eventually develprofessor emeritus of English He was preceded in death by oped as a minor in film studies. at Randolph-Macon College, his father, Stanley Krzak Sr.; and His love and knowledge of films died on Oct. 14, 2011. Born in sister, Wilma Smallwood. He is survived by his wife, Sheila Phipps Farmville, Va., in 1929, he was the led him to be involved in Flick, Krzak; his mother, Helen Wenix; son of the late Thomas Jones Mc- the Richmond film society, and into participation in the annual Ilwaine and Carrie Galusha Mcthree daughters, La Shell and Ilwaine. He was also predeceased Virginia Film Festival in Charlother husband, Chuck Bangert, tesville. His passions were books, by his brother, Parke Galusha Monica and her husband, Larry films, music, family, and friends. Snow, Melinda and her husband, McIlwaine. He is survived by his sister, Caroline McIlwaine Schutte; He cherished and held fast to his Sonny Tyler; 10 grandchildren, friendships from his boyhood in and by his beloved nephew and Danielle Duffer (Brad), Stosh Bangert, Michael Snow (Sherry), nieces, Thomas Parke McIlwaine Farmville, his college and graduate school days, his colleagues at Wulf and his wife, Ellen, Susan Joshua Tyler (Sarah), Jackie Randolph-Macon, and friendMcIlwaine Wulf Williams and Snow, Cory Tyler (Christa); 10 ships with many others from all her husband, John, Kate Schutte great-grandchildren, Katelyn Kirkpatrick and her husband Bill, walks of life. A memorial service Smith, Christina Brotherton, Alexis Bangert, Victoria Bangert, Caroline Schutte Harrup and her will be held at Duncan Memorial husband Greg. He is also survived Methodist Church in Ashland at Colton Duffer, Zachary Tyler, 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 19, Dakota Duffer, Emma Tyler, Tyler by many beloved great-nieces 2011. The family received friends and great-nephews and by his Atkins and Jordan Atkins; three at home on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011 sisters, Margaret Johnson (Doug), sister-in-law Janie Wulf and her husband Harro. Mr. McIlwaine Eleanor Hayes (John) and Libby see OBITUARIES, pg. 12 ` Fletcher (Gary); and two brothers, was a graduate of Hampden-

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and in the fellowship hall of the church following the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hampden-Sydney College.

Walter Jackson Owen Jr., “Jack”, 73, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011. He was the son of the late Walter J. Owen Sr. and Olive Grimmet Owen. He is survived by his children, Walter J. Owen III (Jennifer) and Kimberly Owen; grandchildren, Thomas, Emma and Calvin; sisters, Jeanette Lane and Helen Owen; ex-wife and friend, Violet Owen; and a number of nieces and nephews. He was an avid gardener, big NASCAR fan and enjoyed birdwatching. Jack had retired after 40 years of dedicated service to AT&T/Lucent. The family received friends on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2011 at the Mechanicsville chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. A

graveside funeral service was held on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011 at Pioneer Baptist Church Cemetery, 3140 Darbytown Rd., Richmond, Va. 23231-7144.

Wanda Breeden Shupe, 46, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Oct. 7, 2011. She was preceded in death by her father, Granville Breeden. She is survived by her mother, Anna Belle Breeden; Earl C. Reid Sr., “Billy”, of husband, Bryan Shupe; and other Glen Allen, passed away Monday, beloved family members. The family received friends at the Oct. 10, 2011. He retired from Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett RF&P Railroad after 41 years of service. He was also a member of Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., on Friday, Oct. 14, 2011. the American Legion Post #244 for over 56 years. He was preceded Graveside services were held at in death by his wife, Lottie L. Reid. Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be He is survived by a son, Earl C. Reid Jr. and his wife, Emmie; and made to your favorite charity. a daughter, Barbara R. Melton; four grandchildren, Carole, Erin, Montaleto M. Stanley, Lyle and Lottie; four great-grand- “Monty”, 34, of Ashland, passed children; two sisters, Wilnett and away on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011. He Mary Lee; and numerous nieces is survived by his parents, Fred and nephews. The family received and Pat Stanley; one brother, friends Wednesday, Oct. 12, Curtis Stanley; one sister, Sabrina 2011 at Bliley’s- Staples Mill, 8510 Stanley; and numerous aunts, Staples Mill Road. A graveside uncles, cousins and close friends; service was held Thursday, two faithful friends, Bobby Lee Oct. 13, 2011 at Westhampton and Jennifer. The family received Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, friends on Friday, Oct. 14, 2011 memorial contributions may be at the Nelsen Funeral Home, made to West Hanover Volunteer Reid Chapel, 412 S. WashingRescue Squad. ton Hwy., where services were

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held on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011. Graveside services were private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Monty Stanley Memorial Fund, in care of Union First Bank, 302 Ashcake Road, Ashland, Va. 23005.

William H. Thomas Sr., departed this life Oct. 8, 2011. He was preceded in death by his son, Isaac Thomas; and mother-in-law. He is survived by his devoted wife of 68 years, Alice Irene Thomas; two daughters, Minnie Robinson (James) and Toritha Burrell; four sons, Deacon William H. Thomas Jr. (Margie), Donalee (Patricia), Dale (Shirley) and James Khalilallah (Ronda); 27 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews; one sister, Mary Dabney; one brother, Joseph Thomas of Williamsburg, Va.; one sister-in-law, Mable Thomas; and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St. Funeral services were held Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011 at Rock Hill Baptist Church, 4271 Rock Hill Road, Mechanicsville, Va. Rev. Phillip E. Knight Sr., pastor, officiated, and Rev. E. E. Warren assisted. Graveside services were held at the church cemetery. Remains will lie in church one hour prior to the service. Phyllis M. Tinsley, 88, of Richmond, passed away on Friday, Oct. 14, 2011. She was the widow of Bernard Tinsley and is survived by her daughter, Pat Rowe (Bobby); grandchildren, Teresa Talley (Tim) and Tina Friedhoff ; great- grandchildren, Heather Friedhoff, Forrest Friedhoff and Ashton Talley; sisters, Betty Edwards (John) and Gayle Pruitt. Graveside services were held on Monday, Oct. 17, 2011 at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences may be registered at www.bennettfuneralhomes.com.

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R-MC update presented to BOS President shares the successes, goals and role of school in Hanover County By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Randolph-Macon College president Robert R. Lindgren told the Hanover County Board of Supervisors last Wednesday that being part of Hanover County is valued highly and marketed at every opportunity. During his update to the board, Lindgren called the Ashland school “a national residential liberal arts college of high quality that resides in Hanover County.” He said it is in an “absolutely fabulous location” and serves as a “magnet for students” due to its proximity to Richmond and Washington, D.C. He said the college has worked closely with the town and the county through the years, as well as the Ashland Police Department and Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office. According to Lindgren, cultural and sporting events at R-MC are “always open to the public.” He also pointed out that the “citizens can reserve rooms and facilities on campus for meetings and events.” The Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce regularly uses Randolph-Macon for its monthly networking breakfast. The college also works closely with Hanover Fire/EMS and Hanover County Public Schools provides practice teaching opportunities for R-MC students. High school students also can take advantage of the offerings at R-MC through

dual enrollment courses. Lindgren said the school “values local roots.” Now in its 182nd year of service, he said they are celebrating 40 years of co-education. This term, R-MC has 1,257 students enrolled, with 90 percent of them living on campus. The student population has 68 percent coming from Virginia, as LINDGREN well as 31 states and 15 foreign countries. Founded in Boydton in 1930, RandolphMacon, Lindgren said, is the oldest Methodist-related college in the United States. It moved to Ashland in 1868 after the Civil War. The president also said R-MC enjoys the oldest football rivalry — 117 years — in the South with Hampden-Sydney College. He said the school offers a more comprehensive liberal arts curriculum, with a focus on experiential learning. Emphasis is placed on travel study, internships, Shapiro Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) and First-Year Experience (FYE). Recent faculty successes include Kelly Lambert being named 2008 Virginia Professor of the Year, and Brian Sutton receiving the Leslie Fox Prize in Numerical Analysis, an international prize in mathematics, in 2009.

A Phi Beta Kappa chapter was established at Randolph-Macon in the 1920s. Last year, Lindgren noted, the local chapter was recognized as the Liberal Arts College in the Country. Strategic goals, he continued, include: improving facilities, expanding and enhancing programs, focusing on post-graduate success, and growing the college modestly. Notable growth includes Andrews Hall, a 108-bed residence hall for freshmen that was completed in August; a library pavilion that is to start construction in December, with an expected 2012 completion; a new student center proposed at Brock Commons; and improvements to the Copley Science Center that was built in 1971. He called the student center one of the most important buildings on campus. “We’re hopeful to build a facility that lasts 50 to 75 years, with a great space for students.” Lindgren said fundraising has wrapped up to build a new football and lacrosse field. That project also includes a new residence hall, Birdsong Residence Hall, which will built on the south end for seniors. Targeting a goal of 1,500 students in five years, Lindgren said the college has been successful in fundraising efforts. With a $100 million campaign goal, he said they have reached $74 million, due to “alumni contributing in record numbers in recent years.” For more information on RandolphMacon College, visit http://www.rmc.edu/.

MES continues tradition with annual Miler slated on Oct. 29

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Mechanicsville Elementary School will continue the tradition this fall by sponsoring the Mechanicsville Miler. The run/ walk is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 29, at the school, located at 7425MechanicsvilleElementary Drive in Mechanicsville. The 3-Mile Run/Walk will get underway at 9 a.m., with the 1-Mile Fun Run starting at

Fas Mart #1 at 9200 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville will sponsor a blood drive from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27. Residents are urged to stop by and give the gift of life.

10:30 a.m. The 100-yard dash begins at 10:15 a.m. The 3-mile course is designed for runners and walkers of all ages and ability levels. It is mostly flat terrain through nearby neighborhoods. The Mechanicsville Miler raises funds for playground see MILER, pg. 16

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cal problem,” he added. As an example, he cited an overwhelmed call center. For instance, a county like Albemarle, which is at a distance from Hanover and may not be affected by the same emergency, could assist with calls. Neighboring counties like Henrico may be impacted by the same emergency. Winans said the assisting locality should be pretrained “and we would be pretrained, so we would be familiar with their roads.” The request the supervisors will present on Dec. 2 to the Hanover County delegation – Senators Ryan T. McDougle, R-4; Walter A. Stosch. R-12; and Donald A. McEachin, D-9; and Delegates Peace and John A. Cox, R-55 – asks that “the General Assembly direct the appropriate state agency to conduct or coordinate a study of whether and how it would be possible to improve the ability of local emergency communications centers to handle high call volumes during public emergencies, through mutual assistance or otherwise.” Another action item on this year’s Legislative Agenda seeks to amend the state code “to clarify that a family member of a government employee may

enter into a contract to supply goods or services to the government agency as long as the employee has no control or influence over the contract.” The county’s position on legislation anticipated to come before the General Assembly next year includes: ❍ Supporting legislation that would provide counties with the same local taxing authority as cities in order that counties might reduce their dependence on real estate and personal property taxes. ❍ Opposing legislation that would eliminate or phase out the authority for machinery and tools taxes or business professional occupation license taxes unless alternative and equiva-

lent additional revenue sources are made available to localities. ❍ Opposing legislation that would expand the categories of students whose parents do not reside in Hanover for whom Hanover would be mandated to provide free public education. ❍ Supporting amendments to establish a defined contribution plan through the Virginia Retirement System as an option for localities, in lieu of the defined benefit plan. The school issue, Rives said, would expand categories of students whose parents do not reside in Hanover County. In some cases, parents are unable to care for their children, who may be placed in guardianship situations, or kinship, where the

children may live with other relatives. “The problem that we perceive with that,” he continued, “is Hanover is blessed to have a very sought-after school division. It takes a lot of money to educate those children.” Rives also said that the county’s position is that Hanover schools are available to students who live here. Outof-county students who come into Hanover can pay a tuition fee, which, he said, is “designed to cover local costs, designed to reflect local costs.” With the VRS, Rives said the position is that the county should make the determination. The desire is for the board see PLAN, pg. 17

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Relay For Life meeting set The 2012 Relay For Life will hold a Relay committee meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20, at the Ashland Library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. All team captains, participants and survivors are encouraged to attend.

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equipment. The fees for the 3-Mile Run/Walk are: $20 for 13 and up and $50 for 12 and family by Oct. 7 and $25 for 13 and up and $60 for 12 and family after Oct. 7. All registrants before Oct. 14 are guaranteed a t-shirt. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult (relative, friend, teacher). Family rate is for parents and students 18 and under; all members of the family receive a t-shirt. Recognition will be given to top male and female finisher as well as top K-2 and 3-5 boy and girl. Fees for the 1-Mile Fun Run are: $10 for fifth grade and under. All registrants before Oct. 14

VFD hosts bingo The Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad will sponsor bingo as a charitable fundraiser starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 21, at the rescue squad building at 203 Duncan St. in Ashland.For more information, call Nancy Baughan at 798-7792.

are guaranteed a t-shirt. Runners will run according to grade level. Recognition will be given to top K-2 and 3-5 boy and girl. For the 100-yard dash, there is no fee for second grade and under and no registration is required. Runners will run according to grade level on school grounds. All participants will receive a ribbon. A t-shirt may be purchased for $6. Packet pickup and late registration is scheduled from 2 to 6 p.m. Oct. 28 and 7:45 to 8:45 a.m. Oct. 29 in the school lobby. For more information, contact Tamara Letter at tletter@hcps.us or 723-3640 or visit http://hcps2.hanover.k12.va.us/mes/ Mechanicsville%20Miler/Miler%20page. htm.

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to have more options and not be state mandated as to how benefits are structured. Legislative Policy Statements, which are unchanged heading into the 2012 session, are: ❍ Support the protection of existing authority regarding local budget decisions and oppose any shifting of funding responsibility from the state to

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location of revenue and service responsibilities between the state and localities to provide for ongoing stability in taxation and the delivery of government services. ❍ Support the development of alternative funding sources, in lieu of cash proffers, for capital improvements required to serve new residential development. The supervisors also agreed to support a move for a third urban at-large

seat on the Commonwealth Transportation Board that would represent the RichmondPetersburg area. Two at-large seats are usually filled by residents of Northern Virginia or Hampton Roads. In another matter, Del. Cox and supervisor Robert R. Setliff, who represents the Chickahominy District, presented proclamations in honor of the late Marc S. Weiss, who served as economic development director.

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students with disabilities in the life of the school. Wilson’s proposal is as follows: I. Manage the influences of prevailing enrollment trends. a. Maintain appropriate regular elementary, middle and high school academic classroom ratios to promote the value of the individual child. b. Target the Hanover Standard for resource teacher and other school and nonschool staffing needs. c. Emphasize staffing and other resource needs at schools challenged to meet NCLB/AYP standards. d. Assure a responsive level of transportation services. e. Provide appropriate levels of instructional time, materials, and equipment. f. Provide responsive and timely support to instructional and programmatic needs. g. Assure appropriate levels of school safety resources. II. Form salary/benefit proposals that support Hanover’s competitive position and reflect market adjustments where necessary. III. Promote instructional programming in the following areas, among others. a. Professional Development for instructional, support, and administrative staff. b. Curriculum Development in all content and program areas.

c. Career and Technical Education. d. Alternative Education. e. Standards of Learning/No Child Left Behind Instructional Support. f. Special Education Services. g. Technology Integration. h. Parental and Student Engagement, including co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. i. Pre-school Education. j. Dual Enrollment. IV. Develop and implement multi-year action plans of the 2012-2018 Long-Range Plan. V. Develop and maintain a responsive, systematic approach to long-term building maintenance, construction, custodial services, furniture/equipment replacement, technology (information) system upgrades, other operating efficiencies, and longrange financial stability. VI. Identify the impact of emerging issues and mandates upon the school budget, including, but not limited to a. No Child Left Behind Act. b. Graduation Requirements c. Review of flexibility with available federal and state funding d. Influences of living in a changing world see BUDGET, pg. 28

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Two Mechanicsville residents have opened a 24-hour co-ed fitness franchise at Virginia Center Station. Robin Elder and Lauren Mayle own Anytime Fitness at 1070 Virginia Center Parkway in Glen Allen. They have scheduled a grand opening celebration from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22. At Anytime Fitness, Elder said, members can work out any time of the day or night, every day of the year. They use a proprietary security-access key to enter the club, even when it is not staffed. Once inside, members have full use of stateof-the-art strength training and cardiovascular equipment. Anytime Fitness also offers membership reciprocity among its clubs, which allows members to use any of the 1,600+ clubs in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.

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The equipment options at Anytime Fitness include circuit and cross-training machines, free weights, stationary bicycles and treadmills. Private showers and dressing areas also are available at the club. The club also features the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first installation of Fitness On Request. The state-of-theart system allows members to select an exercise class via a kiosk. The class then plays on a 133-inch screen, allowing members to take classes anytime. To celebrate its grand opening, Anytime Fitness will waive the enrollment fee during this month. Elder and Mayle said they are enthusiastic about opening the new club in Glen Allen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The convenience and affordability of Anytime Fitness canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat,â&#x20AC;? said Mayle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Choosing this club makes it easy for members to stay committed to their

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fitness goals. Your fitness, your way â&#x20AC;&#x201C; anytime! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anytime Fitness clubs are pared down to the essentials necessary for a great workout,â&#x20AC;? Elder added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cut corners is in our personal service and commitment to our members. We are excited to be in Glen Allen, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our goal to become an active member of the community. THS

Construction did a fantastic job on the club. We were passionate about utilizing local businesses for every aspect of the construction, and Terry Shoemaker of THS made that happen.â&#x20AC;? Club tours will be available now and during the grand opening celebration. Membership information is available at the club, by calling 658-3725 or by visiting www. anytimefitness.com.

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few occasions to contact Elton Wade, the supervisor of my district. Usually my need has been for information, albeit information that was not necessarily easy to get. Once, however, I wanted to improve the traffic flow from I-295 on to Creighton Road, which involved his calling in people from VDOT and taking time for meetings. Once I told him about a mistreated child I had heard about from another high school student. In every case, Mr. Wade did what he said he would do. In every case the issue was resolved, not necessarily, however, finding my information correct. Mr. Wade has proven to be to be a man of his word, even when my request involved effort on his part. We citizens have been fortunate to have Mr. Wade as our supervisor, and I hope he is reelected this November. Hawthorne A. Davis Mechanicsville

Thanks for helping friend My best friend Josiah fractured the radius of his arm on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011. He was playing football with some

friends at his Nana’s birthday party, when he tackled the one with the ball and another one fell and landed on his arm, which was on a root. I am writing this to thank Dr. Bowman, orthopedic doctor at Memorial Regional Medical Center, for doing such a good job with Josiah’s arm. Josiah is very grateful. James Harrell Mechanicsville

Congrats on easing traffic I would like to congratulate the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office on the excellent job they did on keeping the traffic flowing so smoothly on U.S. 360 (Mechanicsville Turnpike) on Sunday, Aug. 28, after the wake of Hurricane Irene that left 360 without traffic lights. Thanks to each and every one of you who took the place of the traffic lights, and, in spite of the heat, kept the traffic moving. Congratulations again to all involved on a job well done. Kathleen Hirtzel Mechanicsville

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and today. Towards this end, Hanover Habitat celebrated its faith community partnerships during “Building on Faith Week” in September. Key events included a Pastors’ Build Day and a Pastors’ Luncheon. Event sponsors included Chick-Fil-A of Virginia Center Commons, Martin’s of Mechanicsville and The Mechanicsville Drugstore. The Build Day, held at Habitat’s Burley home site, included “hands-on” experience installing the home’s exterior siding. “It was a lot of fun”, said Pastor Mark Tapscott, director of Extension Ministries at Atlee Community Church. “I was amazed at the camaraderie, teamwork and friendship that you develop with people that you have just met. Everyone is made to feel welcome, and people just jump right in, skilled and unskilled alike. I bet a lot of people don’t realize that volunteers come out every single week to give their time to build homes. There’s a lot of grace in that.” The Pastors’ Luncheon offered participants the opportunity to learn more about Habitat, meet staff, tour a home under construction on Ashcake Road in Ashland, and talk with a recent homeowner who shared her Habitat experience with them. “ I really enjoyed the luncheon and am deeply appreciative of the efforts Hanover Habitat is making to renew and strengthen their ties with churches in the county. It was enlightening to learn about all they are doing”, said Dr. Steve Starzer, pastor at Fairfield see HABITAT, pg. 24

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in the national elections three years ago, you have to agree that two things lacking in today’s politicians are honesty and stability. I guess that’s why I’ve never considered John Gordon, who is running for re-election to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, a “politician.” John Gordon is one of the most stable and honest people I have ever known. For over the last four decades, John has served Hanover, and the citizens of the South Anna District, as a member of the Hanover County School Board and the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. As a life-long resident of our county, John shares the heritage of Hanover and is a product of Hanover’s award-winning school system – a school system John worked hard to improve and clearly supports today. As a result of John’s leadership, Hanover County enjoys a strong financial position,

balancing a reasonable tax rate with the services our citizens need and deserve. Like the vast majority of my fellow citizens, I love living in Hanover. Thanks to John’s support of our law enforcement efforts, Hanover is a place of low crime. And because of the controlled growth policies John developed and championed, Hanover is known as a county of well planned development and open farm land. Hanover County is a place where many others want to call “home.” I’m not going to bore you sharing a list of Mr. Gordon’s accomplishments, endorsements or achievements. If you want, you can go to his website, www.gordonforsupervisor.com, for that information. But the one thing I will tell you about John — the reason why I’m voting for him again — is when I call John, he responds. John loves Hanover and he loves the citizens he serves. He

knows how important it is to hear — and respond — to the citizens he represents. And it is that love of county and citizens that continues to drive John Gordon’s desire to fill one of the most difficult jobs I know – the job of being a member of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. So, in closing, I ask my fellow citizens of the South Anna District to join me in again supporting John. We need to continue the “change” of stable and honest representation on our Board of Supervisors. Charles M. “Chuck” Utley Montpelier

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e. Energy Conservation and Management. f. Reevaluation of program and service reductions in prior fiscal years. g. Discontinuation and reduction of funding sources. h. Fall 2010 AdvanceED required actions. i. Spring 2011 School Efficiency Review recommendations. j. Teacher Evaluation. VII. Incorporate fiscal requirements and leadership focus (instruction/human resources/support services) for the implementation of the federally mandated No Child Left Behind Act. The School Board Legislative Program 2012, as drafted by legislative liaison Wade A. Valentino, was presented at last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting by Dr. Michael Thornton, assistant superintendent of Business and Operations. Positions addressed on state educational include: â&#x153;? Urging the General Assembly to fully fund the Standards of Quality

Working Aussies of Virginia, a local Australian Shepherd Club, will host its Sixth Annual Canine Capers from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22-23, at Myersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Farm in Ashland. Workshops and demonstrations are scheduled. Admission is free and classes are open to all breeds on a pay-as-you-go basis. Alice Coleman is the event organizer. For more information, contact Robin Carneal at rcarneal@yahoo.com or visit www.workingaussiesofva.org. Rebenchmarking. â&#x153;? Supporting allocating a fair share of the Fiscal Year 2011 state budget surplus to K-12 public education. â&#x153;? Opposing tuition assistance/voucher programs for private schools. â&#x153;? Urging the state to increase teacher salaries. â&#x153;? Opposing any binding arbitration legislation. Recurring national education issues include:â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x153;? Supporting the goals of the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. â&#x153;? Urging the Federal Government to fully fund No Child Left Behind (NCLB) mandates currently in effect. â&#x153;? Supporting efforts of the State Board of Education and General Assembly to secure approval of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accountability systems to meet current accountability requirements of No Child Left Behind (NCLB). â&#x153;? Urging the Federal Government to fully fund IDEIA 2004 (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1975) â&#x153;? Supporting the Liberty Bill Act.

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The marriage of Miss Lauren Marie Richardson and Mr. Jason Eric Laws took place on Saturday, June 25, 2011 at New Bethesda Baptist Church in Mechanicsville. The Reverend Todd Combee officiated. The bride is the daughter of Kenneth and Kathy Richardson of Mechanicsville. The groom is the son of Rochelle Miller of Boydton and Doug Laws of Mechanicsville. After a wonderful honeymoon at Sandals in Jamaica, the couple resides in Mechanicsville.

Jackson Kent Sims is happy to announce the birth of his younger brother, Aidan Christopher Sims. Proud parents are David and Haley (Gouldin) Sims. Aidan was born at Henrico Doctors Hospital on April 18, 2011 at 2:15 p.m. He weighed 7 lbs. 14 oz. and was 20.5 inches long. Proud grandparents are Don and Bonnie Gouldin of Mechanicsville and Jerry and Elizabeth Sims of Ashland. Greatgrandmothers are Nancy Bebb of Lakeland, Fla. and Nancy Gouldin of Mechanicsville. Aidan was also welcomed home by his aunt and uncles Kent Gouldin of Mechanicsville, Chris Sims of Ashland and Jared Sims and Amy Alvarez of Boston, Mass. The family would like to thank Dr. Miller and all of the amazing nurses who took such great care of their family.

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

Joseph and Emily Payne are proud to announce the birth of Samuel Benjamin Payne, who was born at 1:50 p.m. on June 6, 2011. Samuel weighed 7 lbs. 14 oz. and was 20 inches long. He was welcomed home by sister, Lily Grace. Grandparents are David and Jeanette Mosley of Hopewell and Barrett and Angie Payne of Reedville. Great-grandparents are Fred and Janet Bates of Hopewell. The family would like to thank Memorial Regional for their outstanding care!

Arthur Baldwin celebrated his 91st birthday on Oct. 5 with a visit to see his four day old great-granddaughter, Emma Jean Tanner born on Oct. 1.

Correction: Last week in the Alexander Anniversary, we misidentified Braxton Pohlig as Austin Pohlig. We apologize for the error.

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Friday, Oct. 21 The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1991 will be celebrating its 20th reunion the weekend of Oct. 21-22, 2011. Alumni are invited to attend the LeeDavis High School home football game on Friday, Oct. 21, with a tail gate gathering prior to the game. The Reunion Gala will be held on Saturday, Oct.

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The Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad will hold a Bingo Game, a charitable fundraiser at 7 p.m. At their Rescue Squad Building, 203 Duncan Street in Ashland (23005). This Fundraiser will help with their operating costs, the purchase of medical supplies and volunteer Winnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Baptist Church will training needs. Doors open at 6 p.m. The cost is $20 for 15 be host for a gospel music congames. Prizes/winnings based see CALENDAR, pg. 32 `

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cert at 7 p.m. Ministering to us with their music will be 4 the Lord and Ron Porter (former lead singer with Southern Gold). 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.

Liberty Christian School Country Fair from 9-3 p.m. Family fun events include: Country Store (featuring baked goods, fall plants, crafts) live and silent auctions (the live auction will feature a car), indoor Holiday Craft Bazaar, yard sale, games, inflatables, food and more. Event will be held rain or shine. Holiday Craft Bazaar vendors needed $30 per space. Email libertychristianchurch@ comcast.net for vendor application. All proceeds benefit Liberty Christian School. Located on Rt. 360 across from Kroger in Mechanicsville, about two miles east of Lee-Davis High School. Christian Village is having For more information please their Fall Yard - Craft - Bake Sale visit www.libertychristianfrom 8:30-1 p.m. Many items to school.org. choose from including a sofa. The Lee-Davis Class of The event will be held at 7105 Brooks Farm Rd. The sale will be 1976 will hold its 35th reunion at the Mechanicsville Moose held in the community room. Lodge from 7-12 a.m. The cost Crafters are wanted for is 25 single and 45 couple. We the 22nd Annual Short Pump are extending the invitation to Ruritan Club Craft Show on Oct. other classes. We would appre22 at Short Pump Middle School ciate receiving your prepaid at 4701 Pouncey Tract Road. For reservation no later than Sept. an application and more infor- 30 to prepare. For an electronic mation, call 360-2371. Download a copy of the Atlee 2001 RSVP word document to your computer, print it out, fill it out, and mail it back to our PO Box as indicated on the RSVP form. 2. Visit raceit.com and locate the Atlee 2001 RSVP page where you can instantly RSVP online. If you will be bringing a guest, two separate registrations will be needed. Please note, there is a $2.50 fee from raceit.com to use their services. https://www.raceit.com/register/ ?event=6438. Please contact Jim Driggs at DriggsJC@gmail.com for any questions regarding the event.

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GLEN ALLEN 23059 Green Top Sporting Goods 10193 Washinghton Highway Hill City Chop House 10099 Brook Road Bank Essex/Va Ctr 9951 Brook Road

STUDLEY 23162 Studley Store 5407 Studley Road

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The Mechanicsville Local made a trip around South Dakota while touring with Carolyn and Butch Shortt (of Mechanicsville) and friends on their Harley Davidson bikes.

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invitation and hotel information, please e-mail pakowar@aol.com (Peggy Anderton Kowar). The Ashland Volunteer Fire Company will hold an open house from 10-2 p.m. at their Firehouse, 501 Archie Cannon Drive in Ashland (23005). This Fundraiser will help with our operating costs, small equipment purchases and volunteer training needs. This community activity is a family/all ages event. Please join us for fun and learning. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll offer tours and equipment displays, demonstrations, kids games and entertainment, fire safety information, free food and more. For additional information call 798 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8416. Working Aussies of Virginia a, local Australian Shepherd Club, will host its Sixth annual Canine Capers event on Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23 from 9-4 p.m. at Myerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm in Ashland, V.A. The two day event features hands-on work shops and dem-

onstrations on Sheep Herding, and much more. Admission to the event is free. Classes are pay as you go. For more information please contact Robin Carneal at rcarneal@yahoo.com or visit the Working Aussies of Virginia website at www.workingaussiesofva. org.

Sunday, Oct. 23 Fall Festival from 3-5 p.m. at Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. Wear your costumes and play games as well as trunk or treat. For more information please call 781-0330.

for prizes and give-a-ways. Please feel free to contact me at 366-4970 or e-mail at fitnessgrl1@verizon. net or check out Zumba.com for more information. Cullens Cove is donating the use of their facility for this event and the DJ and many others are donating their time and resources to support this event. You can also visit partyinpink.com for more information.

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Monday, Oct. 24 Sheltering Arms Hospital will have a Masquerade $5 jewelry sale from 7-5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. Event is held at Sheltering Arms Hosptial Lobby located at 8254 Atlee Rd. Sponsored by International Order of the Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Daughters and Sons. Proceeds benefit Hospital Patients and other Circle projects.

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There will be a Party In Pink Zumbathon Charity Event benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure and its global non-profit partners in honor of national breast cancer awareness month. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s groove for the cure! The Tuesday, Oct. 25 event is being hosted by Tammy Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association Poore, certified Zumba Instructor Caregiver Support Group at 7 and will be held at Cullens Cove p.m. at Covenant Woods locat6233 Mechanicsville Pike from 2- ed at 7090 Covenant Woods 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. see CALENDAR, pg. 34 ` There will be drawings and raffles

Promote your business in this special section and advertise your hunting supplies and specials. Contact your local sales representative for more information!

HUNTERS! Submit photos of you and your trophy game! Send your photo and attached submission form to: Lindsay Deadrick P.O. Box 1118, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

October 22nd 2011 7:30 pm to 12:30 am at the Richmond Marriott Downtown

Or email photo to: ldeadrick@mechlocal.com (Please include all information on submission form in your email. Children under 18 must have permission by parent or guardian to submit a photo.)

Fins, Fur, and Fowl Submission Form

www.pinktiegala.org

(804) 745-0006

Name: Who is in the photo? (And age if child) Town where you are from? Describe your trophy (Species, weight, length of fish, spur and beard size, points, etc.) How was trophy harvested? (Bow, Rifle, Shotgun, Rod & Reel, etc. What brand, etc.)

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Friday Night Sing at Rural Point Baptist Church, 7 p.m. Drive, meets the 4th Tuesday with the “Master’s Hand of each month. Contact Linnea Quartet” and the “Rural Beason at 447-3007 for more Point Trio”. 6548 Studley Rd., information. Mechanicsville. Please come! Continued from pg. 33 b

Smackdown Youth Wrestling sign ups on Tuesday, Oct. 25 and Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 6-7 p.m. at Stonewall Jackson Middle School.

Wednesday, Oct. 26 The Newcomers Club of Richmond welcomes ladies new to the area to attend our Charity Card Party at 10 a.m. at the Jefferson Lakeside Country Club. Many games will be played and lunch is included, $15. Reservations are required by Oct. 19. Call Brenda, 754-0460 or visit us at newcomersrichmond.org. The Mechanicsville Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Shoney’s Restaurant on Mechanicsville Turnpike. This will be our normal business meeting. The Mechanicsville Lions Club is a very worthwhile organization as we provide eye exams, eye glasses, hearing exams and hearing aids for those in our community who are financially challenged. If you are interested in learning more about what Lions do for our community or interested in joining the Mechanicsville Lions Club, please call Lion President Jerry Pochily at 7467405 or Lion Jay Baumgardner at 569-1677. The Pamunkey Regional Library Board of Trustees will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Montpelier Branch Library located at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane Montpelier, Va. 23192. The meeting is open to the public.

Celebrate Fall at Graves Mountain Lodge with Mechanicsville AARP Chapter 5407 and Covenant Woods. For more information please call Larry Gooss at 559-8010. Cost per person is $75. Tales in the Telling at the Mechanicsville Branch Library, held on the fourth Friday of every month at 10 a.m. Relax and enjoy light and lively tales at this Storytime for adults. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.

Saturday, Oct. 29 Frog Level Volunteer Fire Department is seeking vendors for its fall festival from 10-3 p.m. For more information please call 338-8697 or email crozell@verizon.net. Atlee Ruritan Club will be selling Brunswick Stew at the Ashcake Rescue Squad at 2 p.m. till the stew is gone. The cost is $6 per quart. Mechanicsville Baptist Church, located at 8016 Atlee Road, invites everyone to join us for our Fall Festival from 4-6 p.m. Enjoy free hot dogs, cotton candy, and games. “Trunk or Treating” and costume contest will be held. Come and enjoy. This is a family focused, community event and we welcome you!

Old Time Country Fair and Community Fall Festival from Fas Mart #1 at 9200 11-2 p.m., rain or shine. The Chamberlayne Rd. in event will be held at the grounds Mechanicsville will sponsor a see CALENDAR, pg. 37 ` blood drive from 5-8 p.m.

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››› “Slither” (2006, Horror) Nathan Fillion. Å

301

(HBO)

“A Cinderella Story” ’

REAL Sports Gumbel

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320

(MAX)

“ET Extra-Terr.”

›› “The Medallion” (2003) ‘PG-13’

Wizards Reba Å

Phineas Reba Å

Reba Å

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The Walking Dead What Lies Ahead

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Friends ’

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

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Strike Back ’ Å

Chemistry

Strike Back

The Mechanicsville Local

Skin-Max

October 19, 2011

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1:30

COMCAST

2 PM

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Raceline

Memory

Athlete

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Busytown

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To Be Announced

(35-FOX) ACC Blitz

(12-NBC) Willa’s Wild Pearlie (EI)

(65-CW)

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(35-FOX) FOX NFL Sunday (N)

(12-NBC) Paid Prog.

(65-CW)

Paid Prog.

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Law Order: CI

Sunday NFL Countdown NASCAR Countdown (N) NASCAR Racing: Sprint Cup: Talladega 500. (N)

(WGN)

Game Day

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Kimchi

Lidia’s Italy Best of Joy Painting

Travel

(23-PBS) McLaughlin Currents

(57-PBS) Baking

Victory

Old House

Woodwright MotorWeek

(57-PBS) Cyberchase Fetch! With Need

Hometime

Skin

House

(11:00) “Reign of Fire”

Farming

Heartland

Rugby

›››‡ “The Lookout” (2007), Jeff Daniels

››› “Get Carter” (1971) Michael Caine. Å

Law Order: CI

Kitchen

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Paid Prog.

NFL Football: Washington Redskins at Carolina Panthers. (N) ’ (Live) Å

(23-PBS) Mexico

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Action Sports World

Brown Skin Inside Edit. Lose 30Lbs Paid Prog.

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Exploration On Spot

Law Order: CI

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College Football: ACC Game of the Week: Teams TBA. (N) (Live) Riches!

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UEFA Champions League Soccer

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(WGN)

OCTOBER 22, 2011 2:30 3 PM 3:30

“X-Files: Fight”

Tim Janis: Beautiful America Å

Washington Religion

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(USA)

(11:32) ›› “National Treasure: Book of Secrets”

(:10) ››› “The Bourne Ultimatum” (2007) Å

(USA)

NCIS Kill Ari Å

NCIS Hiatus Å

(TNT)

››‡ “The Mexican” (2001) Brad Pitt. Å

››› “I Love You, Man” (2009) Paul Rudd. Å

(TNT)

Law & Order Gaijin ’

›› “Kindergarten Cop” (1990) Arnold Schwarzenegger. Å

(WTBS)

(11:25) ›› “Meet the Browns”

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(WTBS)

“Fast and Furious-Drift” ››‡ “The Fast and the Furious” (2001)

(A&E)

Flip This House Å

Bordertown Bordertown Parking

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The Sopranos ’ Å

Hoggers

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›››‡ “Die Hard” (1988, Action) Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman. ’

(SPIKE)

Trucks! ’

CSI: Crime Scene

(DISC)

American Guns Å

(DISC)

Gold Rush: Alaska ’

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Power

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iCarly ’

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To Be Announced

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Wizards

Good Luck

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(DISN)

Wizards

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(FAM)

Jumanji

››‡ “The Goonies” (1985) Sean Astin, Josh Brolin.

(FAM)

(11:30) “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”

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(LIFE)

Runway

“Betrayed at 17” (2011) Alexandra Paul. Å

(AMC)

›› “The People Under the Stairs”

301

(HBO)

A-Team

320

(MAX)

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(:25) ››‡ “Madea’s Family Reunion” (2006)

How I Met

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Good Luck

Parking

Flying Wild Alaska ’ Shake It

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Flying Wild Alaska ’ Phineas

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“Flight of the Living Dead: Outbreak” ››› “Diary of the Dead” (2007, Horror) Å

››› “Something the Lord Made” (2004) Å

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301

(HBO)

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320

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5:30

›› “The Saint” (1997) Val Kilmer.

6 PM

6:30

7 PM

7:30

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(3:30) College Football: Auburn at LSU. (N) (Live) Å

Extra (N) ’ Å

8 PM

8:30

Score

(3:00) College Football: Boston College at Virginia Tech. (N)

Pregame

NHL Hockey: Detroit Red Wings at Washington Capitals. (N)

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(WGN)

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Two Men

Gentleman

Two Men

2011 World Series: Game 3. (N) ’ (Live) Å

Ent

College Football: USC at Notre Dame. (N) ’ (Live) Å

›‡ “College Road Trip” (2008, Comedy)

Judge B.

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Law Order: CI

Funniest Home Videos

BBC World

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Vine Talk

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Place, Own

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SportsNet

48 Hours Mystery (N) ’ News at 10

Funniest Home Videos

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As Time...

Antiques Roadshow

NOVA Life throughout the solar system. ’

The Thin Man

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30 Rock ’

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(WTBS)

Friends ’

Big Bang

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(9:50) ››‡ “The Fast and the Furious”

(A&E)

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Storage

(SPIKE)

›› “U.S. Marshals” (1998) Tommy Lee Jones, Wesley Snipes. ’ Å

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(DISC)

Flying Wild Alaska ’

Cuff Me if You Can ’

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(NICK)

“The Boy Who Cried Werewolf” (2010) ’ Å

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(LIFE)

“The Bad Son” (2007) Catherine Dent. Å

(AMC)

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Phineas

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››› “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (2005, Fantasy)

›› “Get Smart” (2008) Steve Carell. Å

Storage

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Monsters in Alaska

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Monsters in Alaska

Alaska

’70s Show

Friends ’

Friends

Phineas

A.N.T. Farm A.N.T. Farm Jessie ’

A.N.T. Farm A.N.T. Farm PrankStars

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Death-Her

“The Hunt for the I-5 Killer” (2011) John Corbett.

“The Alphabet Killer” (2008) Eliza Dushku. Å

“The Hunt for the I-5 Killer” (2011) John Corbett.

Alpha Kill

(3:30) ›› “The Hills Have Eyes” (2006) Å

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›› “From Dusk Till Dawn” (1996) Harvey Keitel.

“From Dusk Till Dawn 2: Texas Blood Money”

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(HBO)

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” ’

(:15) ››‡ “Too Big to Fail” (2011) ’ Å

›› “The Rite” (2011) Anthony Hopkins. ‘PG-13’

24/7

(MAX)

The Saint

›› “Clash of the Titans” (2010) ’

SUNDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

5 PM

5:30

(:15) ›››‡ “Gladiator” (2000) Russell Crowe. ’ ‘R’ Å

6 PM

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

Million Dollar

(6-CBS)

NFL Football: Pittsburgh Steelers at Arizona Cardinals. (N) (Live) Å

(35-FOX) NFL Football: Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings. (N) ’ (Live) Å

(12-NBC) Rugby: IRB World Cup 2011, Final: Teams TBA. ’

(65-CW) (WGN)

6:30

7 PM

7:30

(2:00) NASCAR Racing: Sprint Cup: Talladega 500.

SportsCenter (N) Å

Redskins Post Game Live (N) (Live)

SportsNet

Terrapin Playback

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ABC News

Funniest Home Videos

Football

Dancing With the Stars

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“X-Files: Fight”

Funniest Home Videos

(23-PBS) ›››› “The Thin Man” (1934) William Powell.

(57-PBS) Sinatra at Carnegie Hall ’ Å (USA)

NCIS Sharif Returns ’

(TNT)

(3:30) ›› “Get Smart” (2008) Å

(WTBS)

Jessie ’

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Nature ’

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››‡ “The Addams Family” (1991), Raul Julia

COMCAST

Law & Order: SVU

››‡ “The Longest Yard” (2005) Adam Sandler. Å

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(:29) Saturday Night Live

Law & Order: SVU

Criminal

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“The Bourne Ultimatum”

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(USA)

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Survival

OCTOBER 22, 2011 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

(:45) SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å Postgame

Hawaii Five-0 Kai e’e ’

Big Bang

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(35-FOX) Paid Prog.

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“Nora Roberts’ Carnal Innocence” (2011) Å

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›› “Tales From the Darkside: The Movie” Å

COMCAST

Hoggers

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9:30

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Once Upon a Time Pilot

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The Amazing Race (N)

The Good Wife (N) ’

CSI: Miami Killer Regrets

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NCIS Cloak ’ Å

NCIS Dagger ’ Å

NCIS Legend Å

NCIS Judgment Day

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How I Met

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NCIS Judgment Day

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Criminal Minds Å

Criminal Minds Lucky ’

Criminal Minds Penelope

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CSI: Crime Scene

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Against the Wall Å

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(:40) ››› “The Town” (2010) Ben Affleck. ’ ‘R’

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The Walking Dead What Lies Ahead

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