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National PTA honors CMS and PGES as Schools of Excellence teachers, and the community to support the students of Chickahominy," said Mark Beckett, CMS principal.

"The Chickahominy PTA is proud to receive the National PTA School of Excellence des-

The National PTA School of Excellence designation recognizes the commitment of schools and PTAs in building an inclusive and welcoming school-community where all families contribute to enriching the educational experience and overall well-being for all students.

only 326 schools and PTAs in the nation to achieve this prestigious status this year.

"It is an honor to work with such a dedicated group of individuals serving the school and community. To receive the National PTA School of Excellence Award is a testament to their commitment of building strong working relationships among parents,

ignation. By participating in this program, we have gained invaluable perspectives on our strengths and areas of improvement. This recognition is a reflection of the dedication of our PTA, families, and school to enhancing the educational experience for all students," Crescent Apostolides, CMS

Wife turns to social networking sites to find husband a kidney

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

“I am trying daily to find a kidney for my husband, Scott Nininger.

(He is an O+, but any blood type can be used through cross-pairing.”

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ECHANICSVILLE – Debbie Nininger is desperate – her husband Scott needs a kidney transplant, so she took to the social networking service Nextdoor in her quest to locate a donor.

Her email, which reached 45 neighborhoods in the Mechanicsville area, read: “I know that this forum is used for neighbors reaching out to one another.

This being the case, I thought I might take a chance and see if I could get some help with outreach. My husband, Scott Nininger, is in need of a kidney transplant. If anyone would consider helping, please message me. If anyone has any ideas as to how to get this message out, again, please message me. Thank you in advance for any assistance. We really need some help soon. This is what I posted on Facebook with all the information, thank you for taking time to read my post. I am trying daily to find a

DEBBIE NININGER

DEBBIE & SCOTT NININGER kidney for my husband, Scott Nininger.

(He is an O+, but any blood type can be used through cross-pairing). I do not know if anyone has come forward to look into the possibility, but, if anyone has, thank you so very much. Feel free

to contact me if you have any questions.

You can message me or call me at (804) 432-2558.”

She also welcomed any suggestions as to how she could find a living kidney donor. She said she planned to continue to post her contact information “in hopes of finding help, but I am open to any ideas.”

Anyone interested in helping Scott is urged to go to the website, https:// henricodoctors.com/service/transplantservices. To learn about eligibility and qualifications, visit www.henricodoctors. com/signmeup. see KIDNEY, pg. 4

see PTA, pg. 4

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MECHANICSVILLE -Hidden in Plain Sight, a free community initiative suitable for parents, grandparents, other community members and any adult who works with or cares about young people, will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 30, at New Song Church located at 7450 Colts Neck Rd. in Mechanicsville.

A replica of a teenager’s bedroom will be on display for participants to browse and observe, becoming familiar with where and how teens might hide drugs or paraphernalia. Seemingly innocent items commonly used by youth could actually indicate a substance abuse problem. Would you be able to recognize signs of substance use and effectively intervene? Do you know what a lottery ticket is used for, or what about a mason jar or a dryer sheet? Don’t know the answer to these questions? Then this event is for you. It will allow you to be more knowledgeable and proactive in helping a young person who might be using drugs, but also prevent youth from even starting.

This event is hosted by the Teens Care Too Coalition, which is comprised of Hanover County high school students dedicated to educating their peers and parents about the dangers of substance use.

Heather Johnson, Adolescent Development Specialist with Hanover

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County Community Services serves as one of the group’s advisors.

“Parents in our community are often told to watch for warning signs that their teen might be vaping or using tobacco, alcohol or other drugs. Sometimes those signs are hard to see, even when they are right in front of you. Our teens know what’s going on, and that’s why we always have them onsite to help parents snoop through our mock bedroom,” Johnson said.

The success of this event is due to the collaboration of the community partners.

Hanover Cares is comprised of concerned organizations and citizens that raise awareness of substance abuse issues and work towards reducing substance use among underage youth.

Hanover Cares Executive Director Octavia Marsh said she is excited to continue to bring this event to Hanover and partner with the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, Hanover County Public Schools and Hanover Community Services.

“The Hanover County Sheriff’s Office will have an officer lead a presentation and ‘reveal’ over 75 items hid-

den in the bedroom, along with discussion of trends and signs of possible drug and alcohol use. I believe parents will be amazed at what is happening now with our youth,” Marsh said.

“Youth experience peer pressure much more now than 10 or 20 years ago, and often have a perception that all their peers are using drugs and alcohol, or even vaping, when in fact that is not the social norm in Hanover,” she added. “We need everyone in our community to become prevention advocates, because prevention starts in the home. Our goal of this event is to educate the community, encourage engagement and conversation at home, and connect people to community resources.”

Hanover County Intervention Counselor Majken Whitaker will provide a special presentation to parents called “Talking Tips” to prepare parents to effectively discuss this difficult topic with their teen.

“Parents always state that they have learned things at these events they would have never thought of. As parents, we all need a little help, guidance and support to prevent negative consequences while navigating through these important teen years,” Whitaker said.

Because of the sensitive nature of Hidden in Plain Sight, it is not recommended for children.

There is no cost to attend the event, but pre-registrasee HIDDEN, pg. 4

6 OPINION Our world changed in a flash 18 years ago.

15 COMMUNITY Parents share photos of first day back to school.

16 ASHLAND Garden club relocates plants to police station.

ALSO… Incident Reports........3 Letters to the editor...6 Obituaries ..........10-12 Calendar ................. 17 TV grids..............18-20 Sports ................21-23

Registration deadline nears for CERT HANOVER -- The registration deadline is Monday, Sept. 16, to receive Hanover County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training this fall.

The CERT team consists of citizens who help during times of emergencies.

Basic CERT training classes will be held on Wednesday nights, beginning Sept. 25 through Oct. 16, as well as on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Farrington Fire Station at 14582 Mountain Rd. in Glen Allen.

These classes are free. You must be 18

years of age. Times are from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the Saturday class on Oct. 5.

Attendance at all sessions is necessary for graduation.

There is no physical requirement for this hands-on class.

You will learn about the origins of CERT, how to identify risks in your home and neighborhood, disaster preparedness, fire extinguishers, basic first aid and light search & rescue, among other subjects.

Over 200 Hanover residents have already taken this class and more than 50 have gone on to join the CERT Unit as volunteers under Hanover Fire/EMS. Members assist in events and, with higher training, can also be deployed to incidents such as search and rescue, traffic control, etc.

To sign up, please e-mail HanoverCoCERT@gmail.com.

Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

SHERIFF’S REPORTS

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Non-criminal report was reported in the 10100 block of Kings Dominion Boulevard, Doswell.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 8300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny from an auto was reported in the 10200 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Breaking and entering a structure to commit larceny and assault was reported in the 16200 block of Short Cut Road, Doswell.

Possessing forged coin or bank notes, 10, was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 15400 block of Abner Church Road, Glen Allen.

Identity fraud, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 6500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

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Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 13400 block of Independence Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10000 block of Kings Dominion Boulevard, Doswell.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 6400 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Breaking and entering at night with the intent to commit a felony was reported in the 8200 block of Flannigan Mill Road, Mechanicsville.

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Failure to appear on a felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Courthouse Road, Hanover.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 7400 block of Antique Lane, Mechanicsville.

Non-criminal report was reported in the 10400 block of Cobbs Road/Washington

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Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 10200 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 6400 block of Cardinal Way, Mechanicsville.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Non-criminal report was reported in the 10300 block of Sadisco Drive, Ashland.

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Debbie said potential donors also may call Melissa Van-Syckle at 804-289-4941.

“We will be meeting with the doctor again soon to see where we stand in regards to dialysis. I pray that we will not have to go that route. Please, please help” was how Debbie wrapped up her email plea.

According to the website, www.Henricodoctors.com, “Living kidney donations have been performed successfully, safely and routinely for decades. At our transplant center, kidneys are removed from living donors using minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, which allows for a faster, less painful recovery. Additionally, a transplant coordinator guides our living donors through the entire process, from evaluation through surgery and follow-up.”

Twenty-one years ago, Debbie donated a kidney to Scott. When they learned he needed a transplant, they were not aware of any medical issue that put Scott on the path to need a kidney.

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that keep the organ from strep as a child, but really they rejecting can actually work on do not know for sure,” Debbie the kidney over time.” said.

“Due to Scott being a comScott started having issues pliant patient and striving to with his blood pressure in do everything he could to stay December 1997. Physicians healthy, eat properly and exerprescribed medication, but, cise, he was able to have a long Debbie continued, it didn’t run with the kidney,” Debbie lower his blood pressure.

“He told his doctor he said, adding that it’s “never wanted blood work because long enough.” something didn’t seem right. He “I naively never knew was informed when the results there was an end game to the came in that kidney I just his kidney was thought once While Debbie Nininger failing. His it was done creatine was at has primarily been dealing he would with Henrico Doctors 12.5 and nornever have to Hospital, she said she mal is around do this again. will be contacted UNOS 1,” she said.

Needless to In January (United Network for Organ say, a lot of Sharing).

1998, Scott tears have and Debbie flowed,” she were told that said. he would need to start dialysis.

Since that initial Nextdoor That was when they decided email, Debbie said she has to pursue a transplant. received “a lot of shares of my “His parents, his brother post and many prayers. I did and I were tested,” Debbie have one person contact me said. “I was the only blood and say they wanted to be a match, I am an O-, Scott is an donor. I only pray that this O+. At that time our daughter happens and for that person [Haley] was 2 years old, and it to know how grateful I am for was scary to think of both of the possibility.”

In addition to using her parents being in surgery Nextdoor, Debbie has repeatat the same time but we went edly posted on Facebook as the forward. God blessed us with search continues for a donor. “I a successful transplant-- at am also going to try to call the least for 21 years.”

National Kidney Foundation to As they find themselves see if they can help. I welcome once again searching for any suggestions.” a match, Debbie said “the While she has primarily immunosuppressive drugs

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250 in the 10200 block of Radford Mill Terrace, Mechanicsville.

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been dealing with Henrico Doctors Hospital, Debbie said she will be contacting UNOS (United Network for Organ Sharing).

Scott’s need is ever-increasing, as his kidney function has fallen to less than 10%.

“The kidney donation process has been greatly improved since I donated my kidney,” Debbie said. “I encourage you to visit the Henrico Doctors Hospital living donor site at www.Henricodoctors.com to learn more.”

She said the site explains “Most people are born with two healthy kidneys but only need one to function normally. A healthy person may choose to undergo surgery to donate a kidney to someone in need. This act is known as a living kidney donation.”

The site also said: “Sometimes a willing kidney donor is unable to give their kidney to a specific recipient, such as a friend or relative, due to incompatible blood types. When that happens, we find another donor-recipient pair in the same situation and ‘swap’ kidneys between the pairs. This is called a paired exchange kidney transplant.

Virginia Transplant Center has more than five times the paired exchange kidney transplant experience than any other transplant center in Virginia.”

Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 8000 block of Darva Glade, Mechanicsville.

Embezzlement, $200, was reported in the 6100 block of Brashier Boulevard, Mechanicsville.

Issuing bad checks, $200, was reported in the 6200 block of Pine Slash Road, Mechanicsville.

DWI, first offense, was reported in the 11500 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported

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Celebrating the National PTA Schools of Excellence from Chickahominy Middle School are, from left, front row, Andrea Herndon, assistant principal; Alyson Bruhn, senior teacher; Dawn Chenault, PTA vice president; Crescent Apostolides, former PTA president and current coordinator; Kristin Donaldson, PTA coordinator; and Katie Masinick, PTA president; and, back row, Jon Patterson, assistant principal; Ashley Owen, PTA secretary; Melissa McGuiggan, PTA treasurer; Cary O’Brien, PTA coordinator; Katie Sprouse, PTA coordinator; and Mark Beckett, principal.

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Pole Green Elementary School Principal Rhonda Voorhees also said was proud of their achievement.

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OPINION | The Local Views

LETTERS

From the managing editor

| Reader Views

Our nation changed forever 18 years ago

Reader suggests history lesson for African Americans

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

B

efore Sept. 11, 2001, the date that always stood out in my mind was Nov. 22, 1963, when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. I was a mere 7-year-old second grade student when that tragic day rocked the country.

Fast forward 38 years to what I assumed would be a fairly routine day at the daily newspaper in Williamson, West Virginia, where I served as editor. As was the norm, I grabbed the phone to check with the news editor before I would get ready to head to the office.

Audrey asked if I had the television on. I said “No” and she said “Turn it on.” “What channel?”

“It doesn’t matter -- turn it on.” A scene unlike any image I’d ever seen covered the TV screen.

We shared our shock and start planning for coverage. I knew I had to get to the office as soon

as possible.

The airplanes striking the Twin Towers in New York City was repeated over and over in a surreal airing.

My mind was swirling as I hurried to get ready for what I knew would be a long, busy news day; the adrenalin had already kicked in.

Audrey and Charlotte, our senior writer, had mapped out a plan, with both having contacts in the affected areas, including the Towers and the Pentagon. It was remarkable to learn how many local connections there were to what had been taking place in three locations.

We were cool and organized, knowing what we had to do. There wasn’t time to free ourselves of the emotions stirring within us.

Staff members were coming in and out of my office to view any updates on the TV news. I was continually following Associated Press content.

Despite the horror that we all knew had

occurred that morning, the newsroom was buzzing with the goal of providing as much local coverage as possible about a national disaster. I still have that edition in a box among other career mementos. If memory serves me correctly, we had five or six local stories. The AP article was in the lead position, with a 200 point headline (that’s really big!).

As we prepared to release the pages to the press crew, exhaustion settled over us. But we were satisfied that we had given our best to our readers. That’s always the priority.

Our world changed that day 18 years ago, and for those of us that worked diligently to inform our community it was a day we’ll never forget.

Yes, we did take time as the presses started rolling to offer prayers for the victims, survivors, families and friends of all involved.

Where were you on Sept. 11, 2001? It’s a date we’ll never forget . . .

Smokey Bear still delivering a message 75 years later

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist Product mascots have certainly changed over the years, and today’s icons associated with our favorite products bear no resemblance to the ones that first appeared in television

ads years ago.

Most did not stand the test of time, while a few have remained ingrained in our collective memories.

My early memories of television and product mascots include a distinctive episode that I found utterly confusing at the time.

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Our family watched the variety shows of the era like I love Lucy and The Jackie Gleason Show, and television commercials were often live productions associated with the show.

The weirdest, to me anyway, was the appearance of a less than four-

foot-tall bellhop who belted out “Call for Phillip Morris.” I never could figure exactly why he was calling for a name associated with cigarettes.

Turned out he was, and Johnny Rovantini worked for the tobacco see SMOKEY, pg. 8

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In response to the article “Rallies” in The Mechanicsville Local on Aug. 26, it does not seem to me that the NAACP lawsuit is not actually about African American students First Amendment rights being violated or exclusion from sports because of the mascots’ names. This article sounds more like the NAACP bullying until they “have it our way” as stated in the article; it was a desire to resolve this matter before trial date. Because the outcome previously made by the Hanover County School Board did not go Robert Barnette’s or the NAACP’s way, does not mean it was not resolved.

Interviewing one African American student and his opinion does not warrant a name change because one group feels the students did not get a proper education or excluded from extracurricular activities.

Let’s just stop with the negative comments as to why the schools were given these names but understanding that the names were selected to, yes, honor these great men who fought for their homeland and their means of living that were being violated by the North.

Seems to me that there is no difference in selecting those names than naming a building, a park, a street after such people as John Gandy, Martin Luther King, Arthur Ashe, Barack Obama, which may offend many others outside the African American race. Just as the African Americans and their special groups look at the positive things accomplished by these men, maybe they should all have a history lesson and look at the positive accomplishments of Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis and Stonewall Jackson. see LETTERS, pg. 8

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giant for more than 40 years serving as its living trademark in print, radio and television commercials.

Those elaborately produced commercial live spots provide a stark contrast to our heroes of the day. Let’s face it, a gecko talking to a crab is

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The NAACP is constantly talking about doing away with

amusing, but I’m not sure I want either associated with my company — but it works.

One of those icons that has remained fresh and vital throughout the decades has his beginnings before television, but still attained national recognition.

Smokey Bear turns 75 this month, and, truth be known, the years have been kind to the

sharp-dressed bear.

Smokey also is unique in that his creation was not brainstormed at some ad agency conference table, but was inspired by actual events.

When Forest Service workers arrived at a fire in the Capitan Mountains of New Mexico, they discovered a badly burned three-month-old bear cub.

New Mexico game warden Ray Bell and his wife nursed the cub back to health. They named him Hotfoot Teddy.

The small recovering cub captured the emotions of a nation, and Forest Service officials quickly realized the value the cub could provide as a spokesman of sorts for fire prevention.

Renamed Smokey, the bear

was flown to the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., where thousands flocked to see the national icon.

Throughout the decades, the Smokey we associate with forest fire safety has undergone major transformations, but his message has remained clear.

“Only you can prevent forest fires” is a warning that, when delivered by a bear, seemed to

hit close to home.

For millions, Smokey represents the beauty of our nation’s outdoor wilderness and the importance of preserving these national treasures.

For 75 years, Smokey has diligently delivered the message, and, with any luck, his timely delivery will never get old.

what they believe is painful to the African Americans yet they recently had a celebration ceremony in Jamestown regarding slave trade and was quoted as wanting the African

American children to know their history. Sounds a little lopsided to me!

We are in a society where we are constantly trying to teach our children not to be bullied and yet here we are as adults doing the same. I encourage the Hanover County School Board to stand firm in its decision to keep the school names.

If we continue to go along the path of whining until we bully someone into changing things their way, racism will never end. In my opinion, you are only making it grow!

Mary Louise Smith Mechanicsville

School division treats all people special

to continue making HCPS one of the finest school systems in our state. A main emphasis was to take each child and encourage each one to “be the best you can be”.

The county is committed to developing a curriculum that will provide the opportunity for each child to meet and exceed his or her potentials.

I have been in a number of schools in this county and to see the smiling faces and laughter from these young people clearly states that each one feels that they are special.

To see the interaction of

the teachers and students is a testament that each person is special.

Why is Hanover County Public Schools rated so high in the state?

Why do parents have as their goal to get my child into Hanover County Public Schools?

Why is there such a low turnover rate in staff?

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Angel will do best with an active owner. She does great on a leash. For more information, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty.gov/Animals/ Adopt-a-Pet/.

HANOVER -- To increase efficiency to customers, beginning on Sunday, Sept. 15, citizens bringing mattresses to Hanover County’s Solid Waste Convenience Centers are being asked to fold them length-wise.

This requirement applies to any mattress that is larger than a twin size.

Folding your mattresses will increase the speed at which they can be compacted and reduce wait times.

If the mattress cannot be folded in such a way for any reason, you are asked to take it to the Courthouse Solid Waste Convenience Center for disposal.

For more information, call the Department of Public Works at 804-365-6181.

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Stephanie Beardslee added, "It is an honor to receive the recognition as a National PTA School of Excellence. We are fortunate to have such strong support and positive relationships with our parents, school, and community. Our focus remains on enriching our children's lives through learning and activities. A special thank you to Ms. [Carrie] Marston-Jennings for all her hard work on this project.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals BECK, Jeane Rowe, 85, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 5, 2019. She was preceded by her husband of 62 years, Bill Beck. She is survived by her children, Gail Ellis (Ralph), Steve (Terri) and Scott

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predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Lois S. Brooks; his son, Wayne T. Brooks; and two stepgranddaughters, Tanya Tingle Creel and Kristina

(Heather); grandchildren, Michelle Mayton (Chris), Kyle Ellis, Lauren, Kendall and Jordan Beck; and greatgrandchildren, Alyssa and Olivia Mayton. Also her sister, Faye Grainger. Jeane’s main love in life was her family.

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This tradition of excellence can be seen in four beautiful chapels located throughout the Richmond area: centrally located on Cutshaw Avenue in the city, on Broad Street Road past Innsbrook, on Ashbrook Pkwy. in Chesterfield and serving the Hanover-Mechanicsville area on 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.

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She also enjoyed gardening, quilting, cooking and the beach, collecting shells and seaglass. A special thanks to the wonderful care provided by her sister Faye, her caregivers, Keisha and Vanessa and the staff at VCUHS Neuro ICU, Palliative Care Unit and Hospice Care Team. The family received friends on Monday, September 9, 2019, at 11 a.m., followed by a service of remembrance at 12 p.m. at Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Road. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the memory of Jeane Beck to the American Red Cross.

DeJARNETTE, Charlotte Martin Brown, went to be with the Lord on August 31, 2019. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Thomas Amos DeJarnette Sr.; and her son, Thomas Amos DeJarnette Jr. “Tad.” She is survived by her daughter, Amy DeJarnette Caccia and her husband, Mike; daughter-in-law, Pam DeJarnette; and four grandchildren, Crosby and Jai DeJarnette, Courtney Caccia Liddle and her husband, Jamie, Kimberly Caccia and her fiance, Daniel Ravan. She was born in Schley, Gloucester County, Virginia on October 2, 1931, to the late Charles and Maude Brown. She loved to reminisce about growing up on the river in Ware Neck with her three sisters, the

BROOKS, Walker Thomas, 95, of Studley, departed this life on September 2, 2019. He was

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The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services were held 3 p.m. Friday, September 6, 2019. Interment followed in Salem Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

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Sunday, September 8, 2019, with services beginning at 2 p.m. Interment followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park.

EAVES, Carroll Thomas, 85, of Mechanicsville, Va., went to be with our Heavenly Father, Wednesday, August 28, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Carolyn G. Eaves; his son, Tommy Eaves (Barbara); and daughter, Dorothy Toby; three grandchildren, Lindsay Ballance, Joshua Eaves and Jacob Eaves; and six greatgrandchildren.

Carroll was the last to be born and raised on the family farm. He proudly served the U.S. Navy as a Boatswain Mate 3rd class.

After his military service, he joined the staff of Virginia Power where he retired as Director, General Services, Central Division after 32 years of service. Carroll spent his life after retirement with his wife, Carolyn, working on their beloved farm. He was also a longtime member of the Hanover Ruritan Club, see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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where he served in many positions including, Chapter President and Zone Governor.

He also was the founder of Hanover Fire Department Company #3, of which he was very proud. The family received friends Tuesday, September 3, 2019, 6 to 8 p.m. at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

A funeral service was held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 4, 2019, at Fairmount Christian Church, 6502 Creighton Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, with interment following in Hanover Memorial Park.

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MELTON, Betty Lou, 84, of Mechanicsville, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George R. Melton; and is survived by her daughter, Robin Taylor (Bill); son, Brian Moyer; grandson, Jonathan Keith Moyer; and brother, Garland Sale. A graveside service was held 11 a.m.

Saturday, August 31, 2019, at Signal Hill Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the International Mission Board, 3806 Monument Ave., Richmond, Va. 23230. For online condolences, please visit bennettfuneralhomes. com.

MINOR, Judy Carter, of Henrico, passed away peace-

fully on August 30, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry W. Carter Sr. and Mary B. Carter; her husband, Philip A. Minor Jr.; three brothers, Harry MINOR Carter Jr., Woodrow Carter and Robert Lewis Carter; one brotherin-law, O’dell Shockley; and two sisters-in-law, Daisy S. Carter and Shirley Carter.

Judy is survived by her dear sister, Dorothy C. Shockley; many nieces and nephews; two sisters-in-law, Frances Carter and Kathy Minor; and one brother-in-law, George R. Minor. Judy was employed by Southside Bank in Aylett, Va., after she graduated. Judy was a lifelong member of Mizpah United Methodist Church, Walkerton, Va. She served her church in many leadership roles, including Sunday school teacher and membership in Mizpah’s UMW. She was a member of the King & Queen Jr. Woman’s Club, the King & Queen Historical Society and for many years was a great fund raiser for and supporter of the Walkerton Fire Dept.

After marrying the love of her life, “Phil,” she moved to Richmond and belonged to many clubs and organizations in Richmond and Henrico.

Judy was owner with her husband, Phil, of Minor’s Jewelers, Inc. and Phil Minor Ltd. She and her husband worked together for 32 years doing what Judy loved best, “selling.” Judy was a frequent visitor at Skipwith Baptist Church. She felt so blessed with a large loving family and a large circle of friends, including her church friends.

Judy will truly be missed by her family and friends. She

will always be remembered for loving life and living it to the fullest. Judy had a priceless smile, a dynamic personality and a beautiful heart. She never met a stranger. A funeral service was held 2 p.m.

Thursday, September 5, at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Ave. Interment followed in Westhampton Memorial Park, 10000 Patterson Ave.

MULLENS

MULLENS, David, 74, of Mechanicsville, was ushered into God’s Kingdom Thursday, August 29, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Romie Dallas and Audrey Ruth Mullens; and is survived by his wife of 50 years, Frances Mullens; two children, Angela Harvey (Kevin) and Michael Mullens (Allison); four grandchildren, Daniel, Grace, Bailey and Jack; sister, Sandra VanNess; and brother, Keith Mullens.

David was a master carpenter who was well known for his craftsmanship of work. He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather.

The family received friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where services were held 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Interment followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 2201 W. Broad St., Richmond, Va. 23220, or the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va.

THORPE

THORPE, Stuart Bryant Sr., 89, of Mechanicsville, passed into Glory Sunday, September 1, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hunter M. and Pearl T. Thorpe; and is survived by his loving wife of almost 52 years, June Bunch Thorpe; two sons, Stuart Bryant Thorpe Jr. (Brenda) and Hunter Todd Thorpe (Lydia); daughter, Beth Thorpe Rowe (Mike); and grandsons, Thomas Banks Thorpe and Pierce Bryant Thorpe. Stuart was a graduate of John Marshall High School, where he was a member of the Cadet Corps. He was Past Master of Henrico Union Lodge #130 and a member

of Meridian Lodge #286 AF & AM. Stuart was employed at Fuel Oil Corporation and was a Deacon and longtime faithful member of Fairmount Christian Church, where he loved to sing with the choir.

He enjoyed his “U and I” class, which brought him much happiness and dear friendships. Libbie Park and the Outer Banks were two of his favorite places.

The family wishes to extend special thanks to Carrie Waltman and all the wonderful staff at Autumn Care of Mechanicsville. They are also grateful for Asera Hospice Care and for all the friends and family that have loved Stuart so well. Stuart can be remembered as one of the kindest, music loving, gentle men, who loved God, country, family and friends with his whole being. A Celebration of Life was held 12 noon Saturday, September 7, 2019, at Fairmount Christian Church, with a visitation period an hour prior. In

lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairmount Christian Church/U and I Class, P.O. Box 788, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

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VALENTE, Elsie Gibson, 98, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, August 28, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph R. Valente; and is survived by two daughters, Beverly Starke (Steve) and Bonnie Gibson (Danny); two grandchildren, Wesley Starke and Wendy Jenkins (Michael); see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

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Naturalization Ceremony set Tuesday

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A Naturalization ceremony will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown at 16120 Chiswell Lane in Beaverdam. This event is free and open to the public. The house, grounds and gift shop will be open for visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree will act as color guard and one of its members, Vincent J. Eikmeier, will sing the National Anthem. For more information, go to https://preservationvirginia.org/events/naturalization-ceremony/.

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three great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Doris Gibson;

Staff Report news@mechlocal.com DOSWELL -- The Doswell Ruritan Club will host a Salt Fish Breakfast from 6 to 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 16433 N. Washington Hwy. in Doswell.

The All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast includes as well as several nieces and nephews. Elsie was the longest member of Fairmount Christian Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother

scrambled eggs, bacon, hashbrown potatoes, spiced apples, biscuits, cornbread, coffee, and juice. Takeout is available.

The cost is $9 for adults and $4 for ages 4 to 10.

Proceeds support the Doswell Community Center.

and great-grandmother. The family received friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home,

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8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services were held 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 3, 2018. Interment followed in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairmount Christian Church, P.O. Box 788, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

ASHLAND – An 18-yearold Ashland man was taken into custody late last month and charged in a July 25 shooting.

Officer Chip Watts, Public Information & Community Police for the Ashland Police Department, said investigators arrested Preston Borst on Wednesday, Aug. 28.

According to Watts, Borst is charged with attempted robbery, conspiracy to commit robbery, and use of a firearm during the commission of a felony. The suspect was transported to Pamunkey Regional Jail without incident and remains in custody.

Watts said the officers responded around 11:46 p.m. to the South Taylor Street Park in the 700 block of South Taylor Street in Ashland for a reported shooting.

PRESTON BORST The investigation led officers to Borst.

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The John Marshall Alumni Band will be again performing a Patriotic Concert to honor military service men and women and to remember those fallen on 9/11 2001. This concert is to benefit the Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Function (MCEF), an organization that provides food, clothing on other services for families in need here in the community. The program will start at 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, Sept. 11) at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. Admission is $2 per person and a non-perishable canned or box food item. All proceeds go to the MCEF food pantry. American Legion Post 175 Honor Guard will present a special Flag Folding Ceremony. There will be Patriotic Music, a variety of show tunes and big band music.

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School crisis: Is compromise possible?

Now fully immersed in the reformation initiative to change the identity of Lee-Davis High School and Stonewall Jackson Middle School, Hanover County faces a difficult dilemma.

After the county was rattled by declarations that the identity of the schools were offensive to African-Americans, a public vote rejected the restructuring initiative.

Subsequently, the Klu Klux Klan fueled the impasse when members from North Carolina invaded Hanover and held a demonstration. Then the Klan allegedly harassed some Hanover citizens in an effort to step up its trouble-making agenda.

The Hanover NAACP filed a lawsuit against the Hanover County School Board and Hanover County based on the identity of the schools violating First Amendment rights.

While the litigation is underway, the school board’s attention will be diverted from its primary mission. And irrespective of any courtroom outcome, more damage to Hanover’s citizens is likely.

If the names remain unchanged, the NAACP, social reformers throughout America and liberal media outlets will step up claims that Hanover is a Dixie-whistling haven for racists and racism sympathizers.

If the school identities are restructured, Hanover will expose itself to an invasion of white supremacists similar to that which occurred in Charlottesville and which ended tragically.

Regrettably, a large number

of people on both sides of the issue likely know little about the men whose names are the crux of the confrontation, relying mainly on the perception that Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson and Jefferson Davis were racists who supported the oppression of AfricanAmericans.

That discernment is correct in the case of Jefferson Davis.

If he could be raised from the dead to face racism charges in a neutral courtroom today, he would undoubtedly be found guilty.

Davis, who was a Democrat congressman from Mississippi and a United States Secretary of War prior to switching sides and becoming the only President of the Confederate States of America, operated a large plantation in Mississippi with more than a hundred slaves. Simply stated, Davis exploited Negroes to enrich himself.

He also was alleged to have been an active participant in the Knights of the Golden Circle, an assemblage of racists that aspired to split the nation in two parts with the South expanding its territory and its role in slavery.

However, if Robert E. Lee and Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson could be tried today, proving allegations of racism against them would be very difficult, if not impossible.

Yes, the record shows that Lee and Jackson owned slaves, but the motivation and circumstances surrounding their involvement were fundamentally different than Davis as were their views on slavery, the Negro race and the future of African-Americans.

Although Lee inherited about 60 slaves, a common estate-settlement practice in the middle of the 19th Century, he stated that slavery was a “moral and political evil in any country.”

He accepted the institu-

tion in America as the best option to maintain a workable relationship until the Negro race gradually assimilated into Caucasian society under the influence of Christianity.

He was pragmatic about the prevailing social, economic and educational disparities between the races in America prior to and during the War Between the States, believing the situation was harmful to both races with potentially disturbing consequences.

With respect to that opinion, history has proven Lee to be prophetic.

And Lee’s gut-wrenching decision to side with the South over the Union, the other political body he treasured, was based on his loyalty to Virginia.

Following Virginia’s secession, in a letter of resignation to General Winfield Scott, Lee stated, “Save in the defense of my native State, I never desire again to draw my sword.”

And after the Civil War ended, Lee opposed the erection of memorials, again proving him to be a man of vision given the trouble that monuments have instigated in modern America.

As for the devout Christian, God-fearing Jackson, the six slaves who entered his household were treated decently, and they came to be there under different circumstances: Two teenage sons and their mother were given to the Jacksons as a wedding present; another requested that Jackson purchase him and allow him to work for his freedom; another, knowing Jackson’s good reputation, requested that he purchase her in a public slave auction; the sixth, a 4-year-old orphan with a learning disability, was given to Jackson’s second wife.

Although Jackson did not apologize for slavery nor did he speak in favor of it, like Lee, he understood that

African-Americans were in a greatly disadvantaged predicament, and he believed the pathway to break the stranglehold of their bondage was Christianity.

A key supporter of the Negro Sunday school at his church in Lexington, Virginia, Jackson helped to advance slaves. And this commitment didn’t end when he was immersed in the War Between the States.

While Jackson was engaged in the Battle of First Manassas, he sent a note and a check to his pastor, stating that “… after a fatiguing day’s service, I remembered that I had failed to send my contribution for our colored Sunday

school …”

Dishonoring the memories of Lee and Jackson by comparing them to white supremacists like Davis or those we see in modern America would be blatantly unjust.

History is the best tool to avoid repeating humanity’s mistakes, and the record of these men should be preserved accurately.

Hanover County is one of the unique places in our nation that citizens can visualize the sacrifices made for human rights.

Battlefields like Cold Harbor and Gainesville often connect visitors to the warriors that willingly slaughtered each other over divergent ideolo-

gies, something rarely if ever seen on the scale of America’s Civil War. As such, Hanover’s history has inestimable value to present and future generations.

Perhaps a compromise solution exists that would preserve Hanover’s tradition, yet assuage the sensitivities of those offended and also appease many of those against reformation.

Hanover is now at a crossroads with potential trouble in each direction.

Hopefully, the selected pathway delivers a peaceful outcome unlike the debacle in Charlottesville.

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Students return for the 2019-2020 school year

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Lilly Glass started the first grade on Sept. 3 at Battlefield Park Elementary School. Her teacher is Kathy Watkins.

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Twins Emma, left, and Ella Carlson started their sophomore year at the Health & Sciences Specialty Center at Hanover and Atlee high schools, respectively. Liam Carlson is a first-grader at Pearsons Corner Elementary School.

Thanks to all the parents and guardians for sharing photos of their children’s first day back to school.

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Collin and Corinne Verlander entered the fourth and seventh grades last week.

Photo submitted by Amanda Porch Photo submitted by Erik and Heather Hastings Submitted photo

Levi Miles, 5, started kindergarten on Sept. 3 at Mechanicsville Elementary School.

Brooke and Johnny Hastings headed back to the classroom on Tuesday, Sept. 3. She is a fourthgrader and he is in the second grade at Cold Harbor Elementary School in Mechanicsville.

Caroline, Logan and Ethan Hardy, sixth, eighth and 10th grade, respectively, took time for a photo before starting the new year at Grace Christian School in Mechanicsville. Their parents are Jimmy and Christine Hardy.

Levi and Lane Porch were ready to head off to first grade as the new school year started at Cool Springs Primary in King William.

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Station upgrades Plants relocated from Train Station and start date unknown Visitors Center to Ashland Police Department

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

ASHLAND -- An Amtrak project aimed at improving the railroad station platform in Ashland still has no start date announced, and town officials have received no word on when the project might begin.

With Train Day less six weeks away, it’s still unclear if the construction will disrupt plans for the event that attracts thousands of visitors each year.

Last week, Mike Jennings, director of Public Works, told Ashland Town Council members that he had received no word from Amtrak regarding the upcoming project regarding start dates.

“We are still waiting to receive a construction schedule and a work plan from Amtrak’s contractor,” Jennings said.

Council member Kathy Abbott said it might be better for construction to begin after the Nov. 2 scheduled event, but acknowledged the project will

impact the event either this year or next.

“My view is it’s going to disrupt Train Day, whether it’s this year or the next year; so we’ll just have to roll with the punches,” Abbott said. “My view is that it would be better if things haven’t progressed very far if it happened now.”

Jennings also updated council on the Trolley Line Trail. “Unfortunately, that has snagged . . . because we ran into a construction issue with the drainage component of that project,” he said. “We have met with Timmons and we are working with them on a redesign. That project is at a standstill right now.”

The original design for construction allowed drainage to run on the walkway. “We also thought there might be an erosion problem,” Jennings said.

He said the delay in the Trolley project allowed con-

By Ann Martin Special to The Local ASHLAND -- Knowing that construction to build ramps and make ADA (American with Disabilities Act) improvements to the Ashland Train Station & Visitors Center was scheduled to begin in mid-August, members of the Conservation & Beautification Committee of the Ashland Garden Club began searching for possible locations in town in which the plant material from the station’s gardens could be relocated.

The train station gardens had been developed by the garden club with the assistance of the Town of Ashland as well as other civic entities.

Designed and planted by the Ashland Garden Club, the

Photo submitted by Ann Martin

see PLANTS, pg. 20

Plants previously located at the Ashland Train Station & Visitors Center have been moved to the Ashland Police Department.

see STATION, pg. 31

Complete Streets, regional pilot program Harvest Run/Walk to be held on Oct. 19 Staff Report in Ashland to be discussed on Sept. 23 news@mechlocal.com Staff Report news@mechlocal.com HENRICO – Complete Streets and a regional pilot program in the Town of Ashland will be discussed from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 23, at the Tuckahoe Library at the Tuckahoe Library at 1901 Starling Drive in Henrico.

Those attending will learn about how the region can work together to make streets function effectively for everyone, regardless of age, ability or mode of travel.

Complete Streets will be facilitated by Smart Growth America, Michael Baker International, and PlanRVA. The open house will provide the general pub-

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lic, TPO Policy Board and committee members the opportunity to review recommendations for undertaking a more comprehensive process for implementing complete streets practices in the Town of Ashland and the region.

Three sessions are scheduled at 4, 5 and 6 p.m.

Included will be a 15-minute overview of Complete Streets and break-out stations for hands-on exercises for Urban, Suburban, and Rural areas.

For more information on the event and Complete Streets, including the presentations from Ashland workshops, call 804-798-1073 or go to https://planrva.org/transportation/complete-streets/.

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ASHLAND – For 16 years, the GFWC Ashcake Woman’s Club has been holding the Ashland Harvest Run/Walk.

This year’s race is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 19. The race departs from Carter Park and weaves through Ashland, past Randolph-Macon College, and along the railroad tracks.

The race offers a 10K run and a 5K run/walk. Both courses are certified and timing chips are used.

The 10K starts at 8 a.m. and the 5K starts and 8:10 a.m.

2017 file photo

Runners leave the staring line for the 10K event of the annual Ashland Harvest Run.

To register, go to www.

AshlandHarvestRun.com.

Proceeds from the race

benefit The ARC of Hanover and the Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad.

Rural Plains to offer 300 years of history with Harvest Day Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND — On Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Richmond National Battlefield Park invites the public to experience 300 years of history at its second annual Harvest Day. Offered in partnership with the American Battlefield Trust and the Rural Plains Foundation, this event features the Trust’s signature Generations program, games and crafts, artisans, living history and historic weapons demonstrations, and more.

The event is free and open to the public.

“We appreciate the outpouring of support we received from the community and are excited to bring this event back,” said park Superintendent Doyle Sapp.

“Rural Plains holds a special

place in our local and national history, and we look forward to seeing everyone there again.”

With roots dating back to the 1700s, the Rural Plains property witnessed the birth of America, experienced the ravages of the Civil War, and transitioned from a working plantation to a 124-acre National Park Service site.

Throughout Harvest Day that rich history will be reflected in a variety of living history demonstrations and activities.

The event kicks off at 10 a.m. with Revolutionary War and Civil War camps and historic weapons demonstrations.

At 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. the American Battlefield Trust will conduct Generations programs where adults and kids can experience the lives of American soldiers and civilians by learning how to charge

on a battlefield and exploring battlefield tactics.

Visitors also will have the opportunity to meet Patrick Henry and learn about his connection to the Shelton family.

Kids can enjoy crafts and play popular games of the 18th and 19th centuries.

A full schedule of activities can be found at www.nps. gov/rich.

Free parking is available at Rural Point Elementary School, located at 7161 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville, with free shuttle bus service running continuously from 9:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Accessible parking is available on-site at 7273 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Food and drink are not available at Rural Plains, so visitors are encouraged to bring their own snacks or pack

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Harvest Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Rural Plains. The free event includes games and crafts, artisans, living history, and historic weapons demonstrations.

a picnic lunch.

Harvest Day is sponsored, through the Rural Plains Foundation, by Davenport and Company, LLC, Robert B. Giles, Executive Vice President

CALENDAR Church of the Redeemer at 8275 Meadowbridge Rd. in Mechanicsville will hold its Annual Gian Indoor “Yard and Bake Sale” from 7 a.m. to noon.

All profits will fund the ministry with Haiti. Donations are being accepted. For more information, text Beth at 804-357-9494.

Sunday through Wednesday, Sept. 15-18 First Shiloh Baptist Church will celebrate its annual homecoming and revival beginning with morning worship at 9:45 a.m. on Sunday and afternoon worship at 2:30 p.m. Pastor R. Neal Siler will deliver the morning service message and the guest pastor and church for

the afternoon service will be Rev. Maurice Vincent and the New Chestnut Baptist Church.

Revival services will be held at 7 p.m. Monday through Wednesday. The revival preacher will be Dr. Michael Kelsey, pastor of the Good Samaritan Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. The community is invited to celebrate Homecoming and Revival with the First Shiloh congregation.

Saturday, Sept. 14 Kelly Merrill will lead a tour of the Richmond Trail of Enslaved Africans from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those taking part are to meet at 8:45 a.m. at the Ashland Museum. They will depart by car/van for Richmond at 9 a.m. The tour will make several stops in Richmond and

For more information, contact Richmond National Battlefield Park at 804-2261981, or visit online at www.nps. gov/rich or www.Facebook. com/RichmondNPS.

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– Investments and Sharon Giles Jett, Assistant Vice President Investments; William Jeffrey’s Fine Diamonds and Jewelry; and Pasta House Italian Restaurant.

does require some walking.

The group will return around 1 p.m. to Museum. Registration is required. Information and details may be found at ashlandmuseum.org.

Tuesday, Sept. 17 Join the Ashland Museum for a guided walking tour of historic Ashland at 6 p.m. Preregistration is required. Details may be found at ashlandmuseum.org. The tour is free of charge but donations are accepted.

Hwy. in Ashland. The meeting is open to the public.

Wednesday, Sept. 25 The Colonial Farm Credit blood drive will be held from 8 to 11 a.m. at 7104 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. To set up an appointment, call Megan Arrington at 804-746-1252 or visit the Red Cross website at www.redcrossblood.org and search for the Colonial Farm Credit drive using the 23111 zip code. The Red Cross highly encourages appointments.

Tuesday, Sept. 24 The Hanover County Department of Social Services Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. in the Conference Room of Hanover County Social Services at 12304 Washington

Nicole Unice, women’s ministry speaker, will appear at 6 p.m. at the Fairfield Presbyterian Church at 6930 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The event is free and dinner will

ax submissions to calendar to 730-0476, email to mkinser@mechlocal.com, or mail to 8460 TimesDispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville VA 23116. Deadline is 3 p.m. Wednesday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Local.

be included. Tickets may be obtained at Fairfieldpcusa.org.

Thursday, Sept. 26 A Blood Drive will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 175 in the Main Hall at 8700 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville. To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter American Legion.

Saturday, Oct. 19 Crafters and vendors are wanted for the 29th Annual Short Pump Ruritan Club Bazaar, which will be held at Short Pump Middle School

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at 4701 Pouncey Tract Rd. To obtain and application and/or more information, call 804387-6804 or email suebzink@ aol.com.

Saturday, Sept. 28 A Flu Vaccine & Health Fair will be held from 7 a.m. to noon at Hanover High School at 10307 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville. Vaccines will be administered as long as supplies last. Protect yourself and loved ones (ages 6 months and older) from the flu by receiving the vaccine for free. Please wear short sleeves. For more information, call 804-365-4316. see CALENDAR, pg. 20

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39

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The Shop: Uninterrupted

September 11, 2019

To Be Announced

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(:20) ››‡ “The Mule” (2018) Clint Eastwood.

››‡ “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” (2005) Brad Pitt. ’

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(:35) ››› “Tully” (2018) ‘R’ Å

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››‡ “San Andreas” (2015) Dwayne Johnson. Å (DVS)

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2019 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

11

(:25) NFL Football: New Orleans Saints at Los Angeles Rams. (N) Å

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››‡ “The Mule” (2018) Clint Eastwood. ‘R’

6 PM

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(8:50) ›››‡ “Ratatouille” (2007) Voices of Patton Oswalt.

“The Cheerleader Escort” (2019) Cynthia Preston.

›››‡ “The Fugitive” (1993) Harrison Ford, Tommy Lee Jones. Å

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September 11, 2019 19

CALENDAR Continued from pg. 17

A Community Yard Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to noon at Trinity Christian Church at 8469 Atlee Rd. in

PLANTS Continued from pg. 15

gardens have been under their stewardship for more than five years.

Several options as to where the plants might be moved were discussed by the ladies with the consensus being that the Ashland Police Station would be the perfect

Mechanicsville. To rent a space, $15 for one or two for $25, call the church office at 804746-4838. The sale will include baked goods and Rada knives, as well as taking orders for Billy Moore’s “All Stewed Up”

Brunswick stew to pick up on Oct. 5. For more information, go to www.trinityccdoc.com.

location. Several existing garden areas in front of the station had become bare brown spots with little plant material remaining from previous landscaping.

As the police station is located along the gateway into downtown Ashland, moving the over 60 plants and flowers to this location would not only provide a much improved

MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

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COMCAST (ESPN)

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at $8 a quart to raise funds for presenting college scholarships to Hanover High students. The car show will feature cars made in 1985 or before. A trophy will be awarded to the most crowdpleaser car.

Sunday, Oct 13

The Studley Ruritan Club will be hosting uits first annual

antique car show in conjunction with a Brunswick stew sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Enon United Methodist Church at 6156 Studley Rd. Mechanicsville. Local chefs will be preparing the stew for sale

visual image, but now could be seen and enjoyed by the many residents and visitors making their way down England Street.

While the ladies can do almost anything, it was through the help of others that this task was accomplished. A recent article thanked Mike Hildebrand and the men of James River Nursery for dig-

ging, wrapping and moving the plant material to the police station.

The story continues as the Ashland Garden Club wishes to thank Todd Evan and his crew from the Town of Ashland who placed, dug, and planted the many, many varieties of bushes and plants.

Each hole was enriched with soil amendment while, in the

heat of August, these wonderful men carefully planted each bit of plant material. An exclamation point will finish this story when the town places new mulch on the areas.

As any gardener knows, one of the constant struggles in gardening is keeping the material alive. In this instance, it was made even more difficult with the plants having

been transplanted in the heat of summer.

The town crew has remained diligent and dedicated as they water the plantings every few days. If you see them doing this task, please thank them for their care and hard work, as we join together to make Ashland a special and beautiful place to live, work, and visit.

Saturday, Oct. 12

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2019 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

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A Fall Family Festival will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. at Broadus Church at 5351 Pole Green Rd. in Mechanicsville, with food, games, bounce house, petting zoo, prizes and face painting.

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Wildcats wear down Raiders in 2nd half fade pass to Warren on fourthand-16 to set Atlee up with a first-and-goal at the 4-yard line.

“They were bringing pressure so it’s good that our line gave [Ohl] time to throw,” Warren said. “He put it up where I could get it and I just came down with it.”

The big play couldn’t spark a score, as Deep Run kept the Raiders out of the end zone and ran out the clock.

Kite accounted for 279 yards of total offense, including 146 on the ground to lead Deep Run. For Atlee, Warren accounted for 140 yards of offense.

Jonathan Howard can be reached at sports@mechlocal. com.

By Jonathan Howard For the Times-Dispatch MECHANICSVILLE – After two interceptions killed potential first-half scoring drives against Atlee, the Deep Run Wildcats and quarterback Bo Kite knew what it needed to accomplish after receiving the second-half kickoff.

“We knew we needed to come down here and score [on the] first possession,” Kite said. “We got the kickoff and we were going to take it down and score.”

Kite led an eight-play, 70-yard drive that ended with a 20-yard touchdown run for the quarterback. The score gave Deep Run (2-0) a two-score lead in a 21-7 victory on the road over No. 9 Atlee (0-1).

Deep Run found its way onto the scoreboard early in the game. After the defense forced a three-and-out on the game’s first possession, Kite found a wide-open Miles Ellis deep along the left sideline on the Wildcats’ first play. The slot receiver raced to the end zone for an 81-yard touchdown and an early 6-0 lead for the visitors.

The offensive fireworks stayed on the sideline for the rest of the first half. Deep Run’s defense continued to hold Tyler Warren and the Atlee offense in check, but failed to make noise of its own. The next three Deep Run possessions ended with a

Deep Run Atlee

6 0 8 7 — 21 0 7 0 0— 7

DR—Ellis 83 from Kite (run failed) DR—Kite 20 run (Kite run) ATL—Warren 3 run (Ashworth kick) DR—Kite 1 run (Foy kick) RUSHING DR: Ellis 1-(minus 4), Kite 20-153, Rose 14-70, Gensone 1-30.

ATL: Wilson 14-91, Ohl 2-(minus score, a 3-yard run by Warren. 26), Slade 2-35, Warren 11-103, Rankin 2-11, Nash 6-11, Fox 4-10, However, Kite responded by Robinson 3-10, Green 2-3.

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Atlee’s Carter Nash (14) runs at Deep Run defender Gabriel Henderson (10) after picking off a pass from Deep Run quarterback Bo Kite in the second quarter of the visiting Wildcats’ 21-7 victory over the Raiders Friday night.

turnover on downs and a pair of interceptions.

Atlee appeared poised to take advantage of the second interception – made by Carter Nash – which set up the half ’s final possession on the Deep Run 35. The Raiders drove deep into the Wildcats’ red zone, but a fourth-and-goal pass attempt

from Kody Ohl to Tyler Warren was broken up as time ran out.

When Deep Run began the first drive of the second half, it became obvious to coach Chad Hornik that he had the better conditioned squad. The Wildcats gashed the Atlee defense, ending in Kite’s touchdown run.

“The second half the biggest thing was being in better game shape. I definitely think we were the more in-shape team,” Hornik said. “We weren’t cramping. We weren’t doing any of that. I think that helped us out and our boys gave an A-plus effort.”

Atlee answered with a

leading another scoring drive, ending with a 2-yard score and a 21-7 lead. The Raiders had an opportunity to counter and get back within a touchdown, but another drive into the red zone fell short.

Ohl completed a 27-yard

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PASSING DR: Kite 3-7-2-133. ATL: Wilson 4-7-0-28, Ohl 3-5-1-41, Warren 4-71-27.

RECEIVING DR: Ellis 1-81, Henderson 1-21.

ATL: Wilson 1-27, Slade 1-3, Oliver 2-17, Engel 1-11, Stevens 1-8.

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Hawks show grit in opening loss to Monacan

By Rob Witham For the Mechanicsville Local MECHANICSVILLE – The scoreboard read Monacan 27, Hanover 0 as the young Hawks ran back onto the field for second-half action in their 2019 opener at home Friday night.

When they shook hands at midfield to end the evening with the Chiefs, the score remained the same. While disappointed in not being able to score, the Hawk defense made a stand in the second half, keeping Monacan’s offense out of the end zone.

For interim head coach David Butler, it was a night to discover a level of grit, intensity, and competition not seen in recent seasons by Hanover.

For new offensive coordinator Sam Rogers, operating without perhaps his best lineman in Stephen Castle, out for the game due to injury, it was an opportunity to watch a very young group execute some fine plays in the midst of the expected growing pains.

There are only four seniors listed on the Hanover roster this year. So, while the future has to be now for the Hawks, it gives some talented youngsters the chance to gain invaluable experience as this team looks to be the foundation for the return of the program to perennial postseason contenders.

Monacan (1-0), also counting on newcomers in key positions, found its new quarterback as sophomore J.J. Allen threw for 199 yards and a touchdown on the game’s opening drive, finding Kyjuan Pettis in the middle of the end zone for a 28-yard strike with 9:12 left in the first quarter.

Hanover (0-1) answered with an impressive opening drive of its own. Quarterback finding Jackson Currie on a hard hit by Pettus jarred the ball After a 5-yard penalty, Josiah Levi Huesman led the Hawks pass completion inside the 20. out of Currie’s hands and the Nelson hit a hole and raced up deep into Monacan territory, But 5 yards after the catch, a Chiefs recovered. a middle, using a stiff-arm to

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Above, Hanover quarterback Levi Huesman (6) looks to set a screen pass during the Hawks’ 27-0 season-opening loss to visiting Monacan Friday night. Huesman registered 85 yards in the air during the game. Left, Hanover running back Emory Farmer runs for yardage in the Hawks’ opening drive. Farmer finished with 70 yards of total offense and an interception for the Hawks.

quell his last would-be tackler, for an 81-yard touchdown run to increase the Chiefs’ lead to 13-0.

Nelson, who would finish the night with 133 yards and three touchdown runs, the others from 10 and 13 yards, like Allen, is a new starter looking to continue Monacan’s playoff tradition. Head Coach Jim

Henderson was pleased with the glimpse of the future he saw from the sidelines.

“We told this team from day one, we’ve done nothing,” Henderson noted. “The guys before them have put us in the position we’re in. We always have a target on our backs.”

Butler is looking for leaders, too. One of them undoubtedly will be junior Emory Farmer, who earned 70 yards of total offense and stopped a wouldbe Monacan touchdown drive, stepping in front of a Chief receiver at the goal line for an interception midway through the third quarter and returning the ball 50 yards to midfield.

That’s where the growing pains come in, as Hanover was not able to take advantage of the short field. It was one of several times where, while Henderson was pleased his defense pitched the shutout, he did not like Hanover’s ability to sustain several drives.

Freshman Cole Elrod, at 6-3, has a bright future in the passing game. Honor Derricott, one of the team’s few seniors, brings an aggressive style to both the backfield and the defense. There are pieces all around for Butler and his staff to work with.

But the roster is short, just 27 players listed on opening night, so avoiding injuries isn’t just key, it’s everything. Hanover takes to the road to battle Chancellor in Spotsylvania County Friday night. The Chargers are one of five teams in the new 16-team Region 4B who have started the season 0-2.

Chancellor will be hungry for victory. For the Hawks, it’s an opportunity to take another step forward, win or lose, in the first stages of a project intended to return Hanover to its glory days. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

Patriots get top 10s in Pole Green XC Classic

By Ashley Wood Richmond Times-Dispatch MECHANICSVILLE – Hurricane Dorian could not keep dozens of cross country athletes descend upon Pole Green Park Saturday morning for the Pole Green XC Classic.

If anything, Dorian brought in unseasonably pleasant weather for the morning’s runs.

And local teams took advantage, with the Midlothian girls and L.C. Bird boys both claiming early-season victories.

Patrick Henry’s runners made the most of the conditions, too, with the Patriot boys finishing eighth and the girls finishing ninth. The Lee-Davis and Atlee boys finished 13th and 14th, respectively, while Hanover’s boys finished 19th.

The Hawk girls finished 12th in the championship race.

“It was a super-fast meet.

You couldn’t ask for better conditions for a Saturday in September,” said Patrick Henry head coach Jeremy Dobrinski.

While the best finisher from Hanover County was Hanover High School freshman Alli Crytser, who finished third in the girls championship race in 18:59.0, the Patriots had their own medalist: senior Emily Morris, who finished 11th in 19:49.4.

“She ran her best time by, I think, about a minute faster than her previous best time,” Dobrinski said. “She put in a whole lot of work this summer and I’m excited to see where she can go with that.”

James River junior Lindsey Hester finished fifth in the girls championship race with a time of 19:07.0. Midlothian sophomore Gabriella Garcia finished fourth with a time of 19:00.8, and Maggie Walker senior Mary Caroline Heinen finished second at 18:44.5.

Heinen said she hopes this is

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Hanover’s Alli Crytser finished third in the girls championship race in the Pole Green XC Classic at Pole Green Park Saturday. She finished in 18:59.0, pacing the Hawks to a 12th-place finish.

the start of a big season.

“My big goal is the Foot Locker Nationals at the end of the season,” she said. “I want to qualify for that. Just getting better throughout the season and peaking later instead of in

the middle.”

Bethany Graham, a senior from John Champe in Ashburn, won the girls championship race in 17:39.3. She said she is ready to win a state meet after a minor setback last season.

“I’ve been injured most cross country seasons, so I haven’t been able to get to that level yet.”

Graham said. “I’m doing a lot of strength training and a lot of recovery stuff.”

Midlothian’s Kylie Bonser

and Caroline Bowe also finished in the top 10. Bowe finished sixth with of time of 19:13.2, and Bonser came in eighth with 19:17.9. Annabel Schepker finished 13th in the championship race in 19:59.2 and Deep Run’s Eva Brooks wasn’t far behind, finishing in 17th in 20:24.5.

Three places behind her was Maggie Walker’s Brenna Luczak in 20:31.2.

Local schools dominated the boys top 10. L.C. Bird came out on top, followed by Glen Allen (second), Deep Run (fourth), Maggie Walker (fifth), Midlothian (sixth), Saint Christopher’s (ninth), and James River (10th). Deep Run was led by senior Colby Burcham’s second-place finish of 15:55.0. “[The race] went on a little faster than I expected it to,” Burcham said. “Mile 2 is a little rough in the woods. I lost someone but managed to catch back up to him and ended up getting second.”

Burcham said he wants to improve this season by running close to 15 minutes and 20 seconds and winning a state title again.

“I’ve been doing a lot of mileage this summer and trying to hit 55-60 miles each week,” he said.

Virginia Episcopal’s Daniel O’Brien won the championship race. He said it was a fun day and there was some great competition.

“It was a good race. It was definitely what I wanted, definitely a great beginning of the season race,” O’Brien said.

In addition to Burcham, L.C. Bird junior Jacob Plummer finished sixth at 16:11.4, and Cosby senior Garrett Schultz came in seventh with 16:13.1.

L.C Bird senior Brendan Taylor was right behind, finishing in eighth at 16:13.6, followed by Atlee junior Ian Sellors in ninth

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place with 16:15.1. Maggie Walker senior Carter Morgan came in 10th at 16:16.9.

Patrick Henry’s Trevor Mason finished 15th in 16:32.3.

Mechanicsville Local sports editor Dave Lawrence contributed to this report.

Ashley Wood can be reached at awood4@timesdispatch.com.

Pole Green XC Classic results Boys top 10 finishers: 1. Daniel O’Brien, Sr., Virginia Episcopal, 15:24.5; 2. Colby Burcham, Sr., Deep Run, 15:55.0; 3. Bryce Lentz, Jr., Colgan, 15:56.2; 4. Branden Wood, Jr., Louisa, 16:02.7; 5. Tristan Brodie, Sr., Stone Bridge, 16:06.7; 6. Jacob Plummer, Jr., L.C. Bird, 16:11.4; 7.

Garrett Schultz, Sr. Cosby, 16:13.1; 8. Brendan Taylor, Sr., L.C. Bird, 16:13.6; 9. Ian Sellors, Jr., Atlee, 16:15.1; 10. Carter Morgan, Sr., Maggie Walker, 16:16.9.

Boys teams scores: 1. L.C. Bird 108; 2. Glen Allen 125; 3. Stone Bridge 141; 4. Deep Run 145; 5.

Maggie Walker 169; 6. Midlothian 216; 7. Louisa 224; 8. Patrick Henry 254; 9. Saint Christopher’s 264; 10.

James River 316; 11. John Champe 318; 12. Virginia Episcopal 326; 13. Lee-Davis 335; 14. Atlee 354; 15. Cosby 356; 16. Fauquier 367; 17. North Stafford 424; 18. Colgan 478; 19. Hanover 485; 20. Pacers 511; 21. Western Branch 549; 22.

Massaponax 588; 23. Liberty 610; 24.

Hickory 621; 25. Matoaca 677; 26.

Stonebridge 721; 27. Mills Godwin 727; 28. Clover Hill 738.

Girls top 10 finishers: 1.

Bethany Graham, Sr., John Champe, 17:39.3; 2. Mary Caroline Heinen, Sr., Maggie Walker, 18:44.5; 3. Alli Crytser, Fresh., Hanover, 18:59.0; 4.

Gabriella Garcia, Soph., Midlothian, 19:00.08; 5. Lindsey Hester, Jr., James River, 19:07.0; 6. Caroline Bowe, Jr., Midlothian, 19:13.2., 7. Hope Frost, Jr., Stone Bridge, 19:16.2; 8. Kylie Bonser, Fresh., Midlothian, 19:17.9; 9. Cierra Caicedo, Sr., Louisa, 19:30.2; 10. Suzie Muller, Sr., Stone Bridge, 19:44.0.

Girls teams scores: 1. Midlothian 52; 2. John Champe 91; 3. Stone Bridge 108; 4. Maggie Walker 157; 5.

Glen Allen 214; 6. Deep Run 228; 7.

Cosby 233; 8. Pacers 238; 9. Patrick Henry 292; 10. Colgan 300; 11.

Fauquier 302; 12. Hanover 303; 13.

James River 319; 14. Louisa 334; 15.

Mills Godwin 397; 16. Hickory 400; 17. Trinity Episcopal 400; 18. Clover Hill 411; 19. North Stafford 494; 20.

Western Branch 513.

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MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES EPISCOPAL

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN

All Souls Episcopal Church Worshiping at Messiah Lutheran 8154 Atlee Rd Sunday Worship 9:15 am Holy Eucharist 10:50 am Adult & Children’s Formation We are a welcoming, Inclusive faith community Nursery Provided 804-559-9302 Rev. Katherine G. Dougherty, Priest Rev. Karla Hunt, Deacon allsoulsepiscopal@gmail.com www.allsoulsva.org

Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11:00, Contemporary 9:30, Modern 11:15, Bible School at 9:30 & 11:00. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Seth Wortman, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Ryan Card, Associate Worship Minister; Davis Ellenberger, Youth Minister; Ashley Sears, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org

Immanuel Episcopal Church Worship @ 10AM on Sundays 3263 Old Church Road www.immanueloc.org 804-779-3454

Gethsemane Church of Christ 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike Sunday Worship 8:30 & 11:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM 804-779-2044 Bill Wines, Senior Minister www.gethsemanechristians.org

The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered All Are Welcome 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 9:30 am Youth & Adult Sunday School 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Nursery provided @ 9:15 & 10:15 Please visit our website www.creatorchurch.net

EVANGELICAL FRIENDS Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk. 804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sun. 10:30AM Sunday School @ 9:15AM

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Hanover Baptist Church (3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall).

Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club.

Family oriented & God-centered.

Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior.

798-7190 www.hbcva.org LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295.

"The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter.

Find out more on our web: lbcrichmond.com Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com

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INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170 COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

LUTHERAN St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 ∂ 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor; Sun. Sch. 9:15am, Worship 10:30am

NAZARENE Hope Community Church 8391 Atlee Rd, www.hopenow.cc Atlee Christian Academy PK-5th grade, (746-3900) atleechristianacademy.com

PRESBYTERIAN Fairfield Presbyterian Church Worship: 9am Contemporary 11am Traditional 6930 Cold Harbor Rd, 23111. www.fairfieldpcusa.org

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Meadowbridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7400 Antique Lane Mech., Saturday Services: Sabbath School, 11 am.

Worship Service, 12 pm.

Wednesday evening Prayer Meeting, 6:30pm.

Church phone: 746-2788

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday - Bible Study for all ages, 9:45am10:45am; Worship 11a.m.-12 noon (Nursery Prov.) Wed. Night Activities: Family Dinner 5:45 p.m., Youth 6:15 p.m. Children in Action Mission Time and Adult Bible Study 6:30 p.m., Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Pastor, Randy Rains, Youth Director, Travis Tyler www.blackcreek.org or call (804)781-0330

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Broadus Memorial Baptist 1 Church - 2 Locations!

5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116.

8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship Hebron Campus 3407 King William Rd. Aylett (at Mangohick) 23009 11am Contemporary Worship Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org Belong, Believe, Become Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800 FCC - Fellowship Community Church Teaching the Word of God and watching for the miraculous. Hanover High School 9:45am www.fellowshipcc.com Grace United Family Church "Where Grace Unites Us" 7252 Beulah Church Road (Historic Beulah Church) Mechanicsville, 23111 Sundays, 10:30AM & Wed. Dinner, Study, Prayer: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

For info, call 335-6728 "Love God, Learn the Bible, Care for People" Glenn Hawkins, Pastor Harvest Christian Fellowship (SBCV) 8080 AMF Dr. - www.hcfellowship.com Sun. School-9:00AM - Worship-10:15AM Wednesday - Youth Gathering - 6:45PM

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hillcrest Road Hanover, VA. 23069 730-1500.

Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sunday 11am Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. www.HillcrestHanover.org Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev. Tim Madison 8:30am Contemporary, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Trad. Worship www.mechanicsvillebaptist.org New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Caleb Bittler, Minister to Students & Family Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am.

Bible Study/Youth activities 6pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church 8:30 am & 11am Worship; 9:45 am Sunday School; 9200 New Ashcake Road, 550-9601 ww.newhighlandbaptist.org Shalom Baptist Church 8116 Walnut Grove Rd. Office: 746-7737 SUNDAYS: 8:30 am Worship 9:20 am HeBrews Café 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship WEDNESDAYS: 6:15 pm Youth, Adult Bible Study 7:30 pm Choir Find us on the web at shalombaptist.net

SOVEREIGN GRACE BAPTIST New Hope Baptist - Located at 5452 Spotslee Circle, Mech. Sunday school 9:45 am, Morning worship 10:30 am, afternoon 1pm, Wednesday Prayer & Bible study 7:30 pm. L. Ronald Staley, Pastor. For more info 321-2110. www.sovereigngraceinmechanicsville.org

UNITED METHODIST Enon United Methodist Church 6156 Studley Rd; 746-4719 ReNe’e Teague, Pastor Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) www.enonumc.org office@enonumc.org Lebanon United Methodist Church 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980 R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Summer Schedule Sunday School - 10 am Worship - 9 am & 11 am Nursery provided Staff Youth Director www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road 746-5118 Kerry Boggs, Pastor Join us in our Hospitality Room at 9:15 am for coffee and donuts Worship Service is at 10:00 am Nursery provided from birth to 3.

Kids Crew ages 4 thru 5th grade.

Wednesday night dinners 6 pm www.mechumc.org Shady Grove United Methodist Celebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:15. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:15am. All Ages. Nursery for infants & toddlers at all services.

Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville.

Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC Church of the Redeemer 8275 Meadowbridge Road 746-4911 www.churchredeemer.org Mass celebrated on Saturday 5:30 PM Sunday 8:00 & 10:00 AM

Homes for Sale Real Estate Policy All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Virginia Fair Housing Law, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, or handicap.”

We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law.

All persons are hereby informed that all the dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

HOME SITES, LOTS, LAND Serine waterview lot with Frontage 2.2 ac. Essex Co. Ready to Build. Evaluated Site, Perked.

For Sale By Owner. $99,900.

804-746-7984

Residential for Rent Apartment Referral Services Policy Apartment referral service companies sell lists of available apartments for rent in your area.

Please read contracts thoroughly to ensure that you understand and agree to all the terms and the cancellation policy of the contract.

APARTMENTS UNFURN. 1-bedroom partially furnished apt.

Cable & all utilities included. Mech Area. Call for more info between 12 noon and 7pm, 804-789-0125

APARTMENTS UNFURN. BACK TO SCHOOL / FALL SPECIAL 2 BDRM UNITS - available now to qualified applicants. 1/2 off first month’s rent. Within walking distance of Randolph Macon and businesses in Ashland. Sec. Deposit & Application Fee required. Contact Brothers Realty (804) 798-5752.

HOUSES UNFURNISHED Mech - 3 bdrm, 2-bath rancher, 1200 sq. ft w/attached garage in Quiet Neighborhood on cul-de-sac behind Kroger on 360. Paved drive w/2-storage sheds, Carport, fenced backyard. Avail. Oct. 1st. $1600/mo + security dep. No pets allowed. Call 625-0229

Business & Service Directory CLEANING & HOUSEKEEPING House Cleaning Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly Reasonable Rates.

References available.

Call Sheila 804-247-2335 Karen’s Helping Hands Residential & Office Cleaning Call for a free estimate, Karen Ward, 804-402-3491

HAULING Hauling - All Types of Light Hauling Trash - Brush - Junk - Clean Out Garages and Sheds - Etc. Reasonable Prices.

Call 347-4943 or 746-8653 Junk Removal Will clean junk from attics, basements, garages, hauling brush piles, furniture & appliances.

804-514-2938

Announcements YARD & ESTATE SALES Back Again! Huge Annual Indoor Yard & Bake Sale Sat. 9/14 7:00am - 12pm. NEW TIMES! Credit Cards Accepted.

THE ULTIMATE SALE for Bargain Hunters!

Catholic Church of the Redeemer 8275 Meadowbridge Road, Mech.

ESTATE SALE, 9/14/19, 9:00-4:00 @ 8276 Varina Rd, Henrico, 23231, indoors & out. Items priced to sell including furniture, household/kitchen items, women’s clothing sz 12-16 (Alfred Dunner, Liz Claiborne), jewelry, holiday décor, books, albums, tools, etc.

To advertise, email us at sales@mechlocal.com

Recruitment COMPUTERS IT Quality Control Advisor sought by Anthem, Inc. in Richmond, VA to develop testing strategy and master test plan to support testing objectives. Requires domestic travel up to 10% of the time. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com ref # 19136.

CONSTRUCTION & TRADES CNC/Manual Machinist Job Shop in Mechanicsville seeking a manual machinist and a CNC lathe machinist 40 hour work week with benefits Minimum 5 yrs. Exp. Contact: Todd 804-746-4156 or thuber@hanovermachine.net

GENERAL Business Data Analyst in Richmond, VA. Dev. recommendations, maintain documentation for improvements to existing data, systems & system config.

Support programmatic analysis, reporting & data mgmt. functions by developing & maintaining databases/data services. Mail resume to A. Haley, Virginia Department of Transportation, 1221 E. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23219.

Church Pianist for Sunday worship in King William. McKendree Methodist 9:30am; Corinth Christian 11am. $200 per Sunday Call 804-238-8595

FAX: (804) 730-0476 or classifieds@mechlocal.com

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Pet Boarding Facility looking for PT Kennel Assistant/ Office Assistant Pet experience helpful.

Early Mornings & Afternoons.

Includes weekends & some holidays. Call 730-4616

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing on the extension of a lease of County-owned real estate, commonly known as the Sycamore Tavern, to The Florence L. Page Fund, a Virginia corporation, for the purpose of maintaining and operating the Page Memorial Library.

All persons desiring to address the Board of Supervisors on the proposed lease extension may appear at the above time and place.

House / Pet Sitter to stay in our home from September 21st through September 26th. Dog Friendly. Call for an appointment 804-513-3367, leave message. Criminal Background check required.

Is a veteran owned and operated lawn management company that strives to provide an exceptional customer experience. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team as IRRIGATION FOREMAN and CREW MEMBERS. We offer a great benefit package and competitive wages. Must have driver license and be willing to work long shifts in all weather conditions and be able to lift up to 60 pounds.

Advancement opportunities available.

We complete background checks and do random drug tests. Please email resume to ... givinghopelawnmanagemen t@gmail.com

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Recruitment HEALTHCARE HELP WANTED- Nurse/caregiver needed for elderly lady in her home. Blind diabetic with mild dementia, incontinent and walks with a rollator. Duties are personal hygiene, PT, lite laundry.

Must have 5 yrs. experience, recent employment references. Sunday 92pm. $14 per hour. Call 746-5925 and leave message.

RESTAURANT & FOOD SERV. Part time or full time Chef\fry cook Experience preferred, also salad bar person and busboys needed.

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Legal Notices LEGAL NOTICES Public Notice - Environmental Permit PURPOSE OF NOTICE: To seek public comment on a draft permit from the Department of Environmental Quality that will allow the release of treated wastewater into a water body in Hanover County, Virginia.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: September 11th, 2019 to October 11th, 2019.

PERMIT NAME: Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit - Wastewater, issued by DEQ, under the authority of the State Water Control Board.

APPLICANT NAME, ADDRESS AND PERMIT NUMBER: Hanover County; 13500 Courthouse Road, Hanover, Virginia 23069; VA0062154; FACILITY NAME AND LOCATION: Hanover Courthouse Sewage Treatment Plant; 13500 Courthouse Road, Hanover Virginia 23069.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The County of Hanover has applied for reissuance of a permit for the Hanover Courthouse Sewage Treatment Plant. The applicant proposes to release treated sewage wastewaters at a rate of 80,000 gallons per day into a water body. The facility proposes to release the treated sewage wastewater into the Pamunkey River in Hanover County, VA in the York River basin in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. A watershed is the land area drained by a river and its incoming streams. The permit will limit the following pollutants to amounts that protect water quality: nutrients, organic matter, solids, and bacteria.

HOW TO COMMENT AND/OR REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING: DEQ accepts comments and requests for public hearing by hand-delivery, e-mail, fax or postal mail. All comments and requests must be in writing and be received by DEQ during the comment period. Submittals must include the names, mailing addresses and telephone numbers of the commenter/requester and of all persons represented by the commenter/requester. A request for public hearing must also include: 1) The reason why a public hearing is requested.

2) A brief, informal statement regarding the nature and extent of the interest of the requester or of those represented by the requester, including how and to what extent such interest would be directly and adversely affected by the permit. 3) Specific references, where possible, to terms and conditions of the permit with suggested revisions. A public hearing may be held, including another comment period, if public response is significant, based on individual requests for a public hearing, and there are substantial, disputed issues relevant to the permit.

CONTACT FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS, DOCUMENT REQUESTS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Ms. Jeanne Puricelli; Piedmont Regional Office, 4949-A Cox Road, Glen Allen, Virginia, 23060; Phone: 804-527-5044; E-mail: Jeanne.Puricelli@ deq.virginia.gov; Fax: 804-527-5106. The public may review the draft permit and application at the DEQ office named above by appointment.

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Cheering on Atlee

Social Services officers discuss benefits, demand in demand for the agency’s ser- Cold Harbor District while

By Melody Kinser Fuller is from Mechanicsville. vices. mkinser@mechlocal.com Lynn H. Saunders and David Four-year terms are appointed With a mission to help those by the Hanover County Board who are least able to help them- W. Fuller moved into their new of Supervisors. selves, the newly-elected chair positions on July 27. Both are Saunders, in the role and vice chair of the Hanover now in their seventh year on of chair, said she sees firstCountySocialServices Advisory the board. see NEED, pg. 25 ` Saunders represents the Board talked about the increase

Local teen taking talents to Texas

By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Abram Dean’s “first real thing” in terms of performing paid off earlier this year when he captured the title of Hanover Junior Idol.

Thanks to some encouragement from his mom Debbie Lunsford, he took the leap into the world of music. And now the 16-year-old from Mechanicsville is preparing to move to Texas to pursue his dream.

On Aug. 20, Abram and his mother will head to Dallas where he has been accepted to study — and hone his skills — with the Linda Septien Entertainment Group.

Debbie said she suggested Abram enter the Hanover Arts and Activities Centersponsored Idols competition because he “wants to get into this music thing, so let’s see TEEN, pg. 14 `

Photo courtesy of Brian Sizemore/The Wayne County (W.Va.) News

Taylor Dragum, Alex Goleski, Laci Miller, Courtney Chenault and Madison Cox cheer on the Atlee All-Stars on Saturday, July 31, during the opening game of the Tournament of State Champions at Mitch Stadium near Huntington, W.Va. For more, see Sports, page 32.

School district again expects full accreditation For the ninth consecutive year, Hanover County Public Schools will again receive 100 percent full accreditation.

According to Dale S. Theakston, communications specialist, the accreditation is determined based on the 200910 Standards of Learning assessments. Preliminary information from the Virginia Department of Education indicates the accreditation status.

Final accreditation reports are expected on Sept. 15.

County receives VACo honor Hanover County has Development.

VACo received 60 entries been recognized by the Virginia Association of for the statewide contest.

Former Hanover County Counties as the recipient administrator of the 2010 Achievement assistant Award for the Dominion Marilyn Blake joined Lane Resources Greentech Ramsey, former Chesterfield County administrator, and Incubator.

The county was honored Tedd Povar, associate direcfor its model local govern- tor ofthe Virginia Institute of ment program in the catego- Government, in judging this ry of Community/Economic see HONOR, pg. 4 `

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, September 19, 2019, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS C-2-19(c), JAMES P. RAWLS Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to RC(c), Rural Conservation District with conditions, on GPIN 8737-78-9319, consisting of approximately 94.0 acres, and located on the west line of Summer Hill Road (State Route 644) approximately 0.64 miles from its intersection with River Road (State Route 605). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of fifteen (15) building lots for a gross density of one dwelling unit per 6.27 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry C-5-19(c), HWS WEST L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from B-2(c), Community Business with conditions, to MX(c), Mixed Use District with conditions, on GPINs 871478-5898 and 8714-78-6883, consisting of approximately 6.08 acres, and located on the west line of Sherwood Crossing Place (State Route 1340) at its intersection with Old Hickory Drive (State Route 1341). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial and Multi-Family. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for mixed use development that includes commercial uses and 88 residential units, for a gross density of 14.47 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville REZ2019-00014, D. TODD VANDERPOL Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, on GPINs 7758-53-1025, 775842-9941 and 7758-53-5102(part), consisting of approximately 3.12 acres, and located on the west line of Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33) approximately 715 feet north of its intersection with Winns Church Road (State Route 660). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Planned Business. The proposed zoning amendment would allow a contractors equipment storage yard. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2019-00016, WAYNE E. FORD Request(s) to rezone from B-3, General Business District, and R-1, Single-Family Residential District, to RS(c), Single Family Residential District with conditions, on GPINs 8704-84-3613 and 8704-84-2686, consisting of approximately 0.34 acres, and located on the east line of Edgeworth Road (State Route 1101) approximately 55 feet south of its intersection with Dogwood Place (State Route 1119). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Mixed-Use (Low Commercial/High Residential).

(PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville REZ2019-00017, DKD DEVELOPMENT, L.L.C. Request(s) an amendment to the proffers, conceptual plan and elevations approved with rezoning request C-4-03(c), Hard Rock, Inc., on GPIN 7788-85-0527, consisting of approximately 9.8 acres, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions. The property is located on the southwest corner of the intersection of Patterson Park Road (State Route 822) and Air Park Road (State Route 809). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit additional square footage in multiple buildings, new architectural elevations for the proposed structures, and revisions to the proffers. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Ashland REZ2019-00020, JOAN BATIAO AND WILLIAM M. THORNBURG, SR. Request(s) to rezone from B-O, Business-Office District, to RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions on GPIN 870622-2586, consisting of approximately 0.90 acres, and located on the south line of Chamberlayne Road (U.S. Route 301) approximately 250 feet west of its intersection with Rutlandshire Drive (State Route 2320). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3.0 dwelling units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would allow the existing building to be used as a residence. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP-1-19, MILESTONE COMMUNICATIONS Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-174(1) of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a telecommunications tower and related facilities that exceed 140 feet in height, on GPIN 7883-49-2388(part) and 7884-75-2349(part), consisting of approximately 17,377 square feet, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions and located on the north line of Doswell Road (State Route 688) approximately 1,500 feet east of its intersection with Doswell Park Road (private road).

The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial.

(PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam SPECIAL EXCEPTION SE2019-00006, BONNIE M. AND DENNIS W. JORDAN, SR. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit an accessory family housing unit on GPIN 784291-8952 consisting of approximately 3.314 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Cripple Creek Lane (private road) approximately 525 feet north of West Patrick Henry Road (U.S. Route 54). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam SE2019-00007, CALVARY CHRISTIAN CHURCH Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-338 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a sign larger than permitted on GPIN 7749-61-3289, consisting of approximately 1.1 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Ashland Road (State Route 623) approximately 400’ west of its intersection with Chewning Road (State Route 709). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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LEGAL DISPLAY ADS

LEGAL DISPLAY ADS

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing

hearing on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board

in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration

meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516

Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse,

County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia,

Hanover, Virginia, on the following ordinance being proposed for

on the following ordinance being proposed for adoption:

adoption:

ORDINANCE NO. 19-05

ORDINANCE NO. 19-06

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10-9 OF THE

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE HANOVER COUNTY

HANOVER COUNTY EROSION AND SEDIMENT

DRAINAGE DESIGN HANDBOOK DATED NOVEMBER

CONTROL LAW, PURSUANT TO VIRGINIA CODE

12, 2014 AND ADOPTING THE REVISED DRAINAGE

SECTION 62.1-44.15:57, TO CLARIFY THE TYPE OF

DESIGN HANDBOOK. THE HANDBOOK INCLUDES

SECURITY REQUIRED FOR ISSUANCE OF A LAND

SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS,

DISTURBANCE PERMIT.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT REQUIREMENTS AND DETAILS FOR DESIGN OF CURB AND GUTTER,

A complete copy of the proposed ordinance and related information

STORM SEWER, OPEN CHANNELS, LOT GRADING,

is available at the office of the County Administrator any regular

IMPOUNDMENTS AND EMBANKMENTS.

working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

A complete copy of the proposed ordinance and related information

All persons wishing to comment on the proposal may appear

is available at the office of the County Administrator any regular

at the stated time and place.

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TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21 Those who are always looking to the future may not fully embrace the present, Taurus. Focus fully on those things in your life that are meaningful right now.

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you’ll find the right pace to begin a relationship or maintain the one you have. Things are looking good for romance this week, and you may want to step up the seduction.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, when you turn on the charm, you are a force. You exude a natural magnetism that people are simply drawn to. Remember to use your powers wisely.

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23 Add a personal touch to all you do and your efforts will be received more warmly, Libra. Add a personalized note to a gift when visiting a friend or family member.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20 Your professional performance may be under scrutiny for several days, Capricorn. Put your best foot forward. A promotion may be in the works if you play it right.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, look for a balance of activities that satisfy you both physically and spiritually over the course of the week. Getting in touch with nature is one way to achieve this.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, touch base with your support system. You can use some extra muscle behind your ideas, especially as you move into uncharted terrain within the next few days.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18 Don’t get too caught up on your idea of perfect, Aquarius. If you spend too much time on the small details, you’ll overlook the magic of the bigger picture.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22 There is only so long you can put on a brave face, Virgo. Instead of hiding your emotions, let others see what you are truly feeling. Do not keep all of those emotions bottled up.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21 This is the week to reassess your finances, Sagittarius. Figure out how to curb some extraneous expenses, like recurring charges or overage fees.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, be mindful of an emerging power struggle that could affect your daily life. Let your thoughts be known and support those who you think could use your help.

THIS WEEK’S ANSWERS

ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20 Delegation is the best way to complete a complicated project, Aries.

Work with others to achieve a balance so you’re not doing it all.

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Celebrating her 90th birthday Submitted photo

Bennett Funeral Home recently hosted a party for long-time employee Louise Dement, who was celebrating her 90th birthday. She has worked as the receptionist for over 20 years, greeting and answering questions regarding the funeral home’s services. Owner Andrew Morehead said, “Louise’s warm and friendly nature is a comfort to many.”

In this photo, Louise shows “nine” for the crowd that gathered to join in her birthday celebration at Bennett’s in Mechanicsville.

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Ashland Town Council discussed improvements, specifically a start date, for the Amtrak Train Station.

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tractors to immediately address a sewer line problem on North Snead Street that required immediate attention. Council approved $54,000 to correct that problem and work should begin almost immediately.

In early 2018, council approved a wellness program that encourages employees to maintain healthy lifestyles and rewards those who engage in healthy activities and events.

Town Manager Joshua Farrar presented an update to council on the initial year of the program.

“I think it’s largely been very successful,” Farrar said. “Now that we have seen the review, we are going to encourage more participation amongst our employees,” the town manager said. “We’ve genuinely tried to incentivize people to make the right decisions.”

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tier of the wellness guide, they are compensated with cash. Council approved about $25,000 for the initial year of the program and just short of $20,000 was actually used in FY 2018-2019.

Twenty-nine employees from a pool of about 64 full-time workers utilized the program that included activities like running, walking soccer, biking, hiking, skating and canoeing.

Employees get points for having annual physical checkups. “We know that is a preventative measure,” Farrar said. “The better health someone is in, the better employee they are.”

In other matters, Farrar told council that the Hanover Review, a quarterly newsletter published by Hanover County, will now include four pages exclusively of Ashland news.

“We are going to have four pages dedicated to the town,” Farrar said.

“We want to get out public information and we are going to use this the best we can.”

Family History Day: ‘Searching for Your Ancestors’ RICHMOND – The 1619 arrival of Africans marked a pivotal moment in Virginia’s history and eventually caused major shifts in its economy and culture.

The 400th anniversary of this seminal event invites us to examine its influence on the practice of family history as well as the impact of subsequent migrations to, from, and within the commonwealth.

Many American families have ancestors who migrated through Virginia,

crisscrossing the map within historical migration routes. Africans and African Americans suffered the harshest experience of all migrants, experiencing the horrors of slave ships and having their families forcibly separated in the routine transactions of the American slave trade to which Virginia was essential.

Famines, land clearings, poverty, and religious persecution pushed British and European souls out of the Old World to find a new life and new land in

Virginia and beyond, whether as indentured servants or willing immigrants.

In the process, Native people lost much of their land to the colonizers through warfare and forced resettlement.

This year’s Virginia Family History Day Conference, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Library of Virginia at 800 E. Broad St. in Richmond, explores the ways in which the search for ancestors in records is affected by these historical currents.

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