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Tornado confirmed No serious injuries reported; trees uprooted By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com The freight train-like sound signaled a warning to several neighborhoods in Mechanicsville last Wednesday, and heralded the arrival of a tornado. On Thursday, Col. David R. Hines, Hanover County sheriff, said, “Hanover found itself in the center of the storm yesterday evening; and in true Hanover tradition, neighbors came out to help

neighbors and the full public safety resources of the county were available to respond to the area. We are all truly blessed that no one was seriously injured.” The only injury, which was not serious, reported by the Sheriff ’s Office was a woman struck by a tree branch as she exited her vehicle. Capt. Michael J. Trice said more than 70 structures received damage. At least two houses see TORNADO, pg. 14 `

Hanover vs. Atlee Charlie Leffler/The Local

Atlee senior wide receiver R.J. Price (9) went soaring over the top of Hanover senior defensive back Marzae Brooks (3) in an attempt to pull in a touchdown pass. Brooks managed to deflect the ball away from Price and No. 2 Hanover went on to defeat No. 7 Atlee 39-27 before a record crowd of 6000. For complete details on the game and more photos, turn to page 39.

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Last Wednesday’s tornado flipped a camper over on Little Sorrel Drive.

Bolling says jobs number one issue By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling brought a positive message of economic development to a breakfast meeting of the Greater Richmond Chamber’s InVision Hanover at Randolph-Macon College on Thursday. The Mechanicsville resident said the economic climate is improving, but there’s still a long way to go. In addition to the usual responsibilities associated with

the second-in-command position, Bolling also is the state’s chief Jobs Creation Officer and is charged with coordinating the state’s vast economic development and workforce enhancement resources. “Creating jobs and getting the economy moving again is the number one priority of our administration. It is not just a priority of the administration, it is the priority for this administration,” Bolling said. He told the Hanover

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Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling addressed the Greater Richmond Chamber’s InVision Hanover on Thursday at RandolphMacon College in Ashland.

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Historian brings Henry’s roars of revolution to life As partners on the Road to Revolution Virginia, Henry learned from an early age State Heritage Trail, Hanover County, the the importance of liberty and individual Historic Polegreen Church Foundation, rights. He went on to practice law and be a the Hanover County Historical Society and the Hanover Tavern Foundation delegate to the Continental Congress beinvite the community to attend a free fore being elected Virginia’s first governor, a position that allowed public lecture and book him command of the signing at the Historic military and the opporHanover Courthouse tunity to promote reliwith renowned historian gious liberty and the end Harlow Giles Unger who of the slave trade. brings Patrick Henry’s Campaigning for the roars of revolution to rights of all Americans, life in his latest release Henry was offered the Lion of Liberty: Patrick positions of U.S. senator, Henry and the Call to a Secretary of State and New Nation. chief justice of the U.S. At 5 p.m. on Sunday, Supreme Court, among Nov. 7, the author will others. He declined make this Hanover visit them all, along with a for his book tour and fifth term as the goveroffer remarks. nor of Virginia, in favor Afterwards, until 7 HARLOW GILES UNGER of advocating freedom p.m., Unger will be available for a book signing in the Arch Room at from invasive government. A skilled orator and fascinating storythe Historic Hanover Tavern. Books will be teller, his legacy lives on through his memfor sale at the Tavern gift shop. Patrick Henry’s great call — “Give me orable speeches. Lion of Liberty follows Patrick Henry’s liberty or give me death” — is well-known as a catalyst to public and private life from his humble bethe American ginnings in the Virginia frontier where he ran a failing tobacco farm and store, to his Revolution. L e a d i n g 18 children, to his death at the age of 63. Along the way, Unger traces Henry’s the way in o p p o s i n g first forays into becoming a lawyer as well government as the dramatic way he was able to comtyranny and mand not only a courtroom but a nation, d e f e n d i n g persuading its citizens to fight for liberty i n d i v i d u a l and freedom from all oppression. ----freedom, Harlow Giles Unger — veteran journalHenry was the first of ist, broadcaster, educator and historian the Founding — is the author of more than 15 books, inFathers to cluding The Last Founding Father: James call for a re- Monroe and a Nation’s Call to Greatness volt. His voice was not only instrumental and four other biographies of America’s in the development of the new nation, Founding Fathers. He was the 2008 Distinguished Visiting but laid the philosophical groundwork for many of today’s most prominent political Fellow in American History at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Unger lives ideologies. Raised in the frontier hill country of in New York City.

9 COMMUNITY Mechanicsville American Legion Post 175 breaks ground on new building.

20 NEIGHBORS Hanover Fire/EMS shows “softer side” to support breast cancer awareness.

41 SPORTS Former Hawk Connor Miles enjoying diverse life as a Hoo.

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Hanover man arrested on Robbery charges On October 27, 2010, at approximately 2:05 p.m., Larry D. Hooper and Deberoe Walls, Jr. entered the Bank of America, located at 8001 Patterson Avenue armed with an assault weapon and a handgun. After

forcing everyone to the floor, the subjects committed the robbery taking an undisclosed amount of currency. Hooper and Walls fled the scene in one vehicle, but later separated. Shortly thereafter, Hooper

was spotted by Investigator Howdyshell traveling on Patterson Avenue. A traffic stop was executed using multiple patrol units and Hooper was taken into custody without incident. Information and evi-

dence gathered at the scene not only implicated Walls, who was later taken into custody, but also linked them both to the takeover style robbery occurring at the Village Bank on October 8, 2010.

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✓ 2 persons- $1,579 ✓ 3 persons- $1,984 If the only source of household income is Social Security Disability, the income limits do not apply. For more information on household size and limits or to request an application, call Hanover Social Services at 365-4103. Applications for the crisis assistance program will be accepted through March 15, 2011. Energy Share through Dominion Virginia Power also is managed locally by Hanover Social Services. Eligible households may receive help paying for the applicable source of heat (electricity, gas, oil, wood or kerosene). Call 365-4103 for information on requirements and to determine if funding is available.

Team Sklar wages war against cancer Team Sklar is waging a war against cancer, one step at a time, by using their running skills to achieve victory. Led by Randy Sklar, president of Sklar Technology Partners, this group finds a nonprofit agency or person fighting this ravaging disease and then

collects donations for them by running in a marathon. The fight began last year when Randy Sklar’s friend, Robert Mann, discovered his wife Marcy had been diagnosed with stage four colon cancer. Hearing such a diagnosis was devastating and far-reaching,

affecting not only their two children (then ages 2 and 8 months), but promising to place a crushing financial burden on the family as well. Randy Sklar organized a team that would receive donations on behalf of Marcy Mann, for running in the Richmond

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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor

Tornado was too close for comfort Sometimes you just really wish the meteorologists weren’t right. Well, as we all know, they were last Wednesday: A tornado rolled through several Mechanicsville neighborhoods. Fortunately, there were no significant injuries reported in Hanover County. Unfortunately, significant damage was done to some of our neighbors’ homes and properties. TV news reports kept updating the movement of a storm and the threat of a tornado. Yes, the meteorologists were right: A tornado did arrive. Officials with the National Weather Service confirmed the status on Thursday. The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office and Fire/EMS personnel set up a command post at the VFW Post on Cold Harbor Road. They were situated near some of the worst-hit areas, where a few houses and an apartment complex received structural damage. Co-worker Cindy Grant just happened to be at her sister’s house in Travellers Run when the tornado approached. She confirmed the oftrepeated comment of “It sounded like a freight train.” Thanks to the communication of Capt. Michael J. Trice of the Sheriff ’s Office, some updates were shared on our Facebook page. And residents posted photos they were taking of the tornado and its impact that evening. This is just another example of the influence of social media. Driving around Mechanicsville Thursday morning was an eye-opening experience, especially after seeing the camper on its side in a yard in Travellers Run. Trees were downed, even uprooted, along Cold Harbor Road. A common sight as repairs began was coverings on roofs, a sign of the force of those winds. Another excursion on Saturday was heart-warming though, seeing neighbors helping neighbors. There seemed to be a sense of camaraderie in the aftermath of a destructive weather event. But, that’s the thing about neighbors: It’s all about being there in times of need. Melody Kinser

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LETTERS | Reader Views Thomas Jefferson to a group of ministers in response to their fears that the individual states might restrict the free practice of religion. In his letter of Sept. 22, Steve Sneed said, “I understand It is also a fact that religion played a major role in the that you prefer to forget about the separation clause of the formation of our government. First Amendment, but it does exist and the writings and The opening paragraphs of the Declaration speak actions of the founding fathers make it abundantly clear to anyone with open eyes that both religious pluralism and see LETTERS, pg. 8 ` the complete separation of the state from any religion were their goal.” He got it wrong, as did Delaware Democratic Senate candidate Chris Coons during his debate with Christine The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of O’Donnell at the Widener University Law School on Oct. interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your 18. address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to What is clear is that you will not find anywhere in the edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be Declaration or specifically within the First Amendment published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers and not The Mechanicsville Local. any reference to a “wall of separation between church and state.” Send letters to: You will, however, find that clause contained in a The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, letter written in 1802, 26 years after the Declaration of Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Independence was signed. Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com The clause was included in a letter from then President

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Obama cartoon questioned I was sad, angry and disappointed to see the cartoon you carried in the Oct. 20 issue of The Local. You have carried other questionable cartoons in the past, but this one went beyond all bounds of good journalism, good taste and decency. The cartoon portrayed President Obama holding several communist books . . .

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Complete Works of Karl Marx, Mao, Castro. Our president is not a Communist and you know that. To portray him as such is a disgrace. In addition, I think the cartoon is racist . . . you have so distorted the president’s features. I know you don’t create your own cartoons; you buy syndicated ones. But you do have a choice of which cartoons to use. I would ask you in the future to use better judgment and to apply the same journalistic ethics and standards to selection of cartoons that you apply to articles in the paper. After all, a cartoon says as much as a thousand word article. As a community newspaper, The Local needs to be held accountable to a basic level of journalistic standards, which it did not meet in this case. Toni Radler Mechanicsville

Tucker family says thanks On behalf of the Tucker family, I would like to express our gratitude to the Mechanicsville community for your support and prayers regarding my mom’s passing Mrs. Joyce Tucker. Special thanks to Pole Green and Gethsemane Churches, also to the athletic families of Hanover, Atlee and especially Lee-Davis High Schools. She loved local sports — not just the games she loved — she adored the kids who competed on the field and court.

study acting, singing and dance. Clinton is the son of Clint and Deborah Roane of Mechanicsville. “The Scottsboro Boys” opened on Oct. 7 for previews at the Lyceum Theatre in New York City and opens officially on Oct. 31. For ticket information, visit www. ScottsboroMusical.com.

Mama loved the Lee-Davis boys’ volleyball team and Coach Smith and I would like to send out a heartfelt thanks for kind words and support during this difficult time. High school baseball will again start this spring and there will be a void where she sat on the front row, cheering on her boys as my dad heckled the umpires. She will be missed by family and friends. Thanks again for your thoughts and prayers. I will miss her every day. Tommy Tucker Jr. On behalf of the Tucker family Mechanicsville

Sprawl brings economic pain When I read that the county is considering another subdivision on Atlee Station Road (or for that matter any road), I wonder why? I understand the issues with traffic and so on. To me, though, there is a more fundamental reason to slow down development. Drive through practically any existing subdivision and see how many homes are for sale. See also the many recent subdivisions that have available lots. Why add even more inventory and depress house prices in Hanover County further? Why not wait a few years until the inventory works off and help county residents recover from these economic times? Jeff Miller Mechanicsville

Responding to other writers In response to the letters from Mr. [Emmet] Dene and others in recent past issues: Thanks for transcribing (and creatively abridging) the Preamble and Article I of the Constitution. You needn’t have done so; I keep a copy on my desk at all times, and the bookcase behind it is full of books on the founders, the times they lived in and collections of their writings. I’ve read every one of them, most several times. I don’t turn to goons like Glenn Beck and morons like Sarah Palin for my history — I get it from actual historians. But to Mr. Dene’s point: You are right that the Constitution does not “compel” the government to provide healthcare to all. The Constitution “compels” very little in the way of what services the government may, should or must provide; for example, it does not compel the creation and forever-more maintenance of a standing army. It does provide for the possibility of one, by the call in the Preamble to provide for the common defense . . . but that provision could have been satisfied by simply having the government providing a working musket to every citizen (don’t laugh, as that’s exactly what some countries do). Someone — actually, many someones over a considerable period of time — worked out what defines “provide for the common defense,” that definition has changed dramatically see LETTERS, pg. 13 `

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AL Post 175 breaks ground on new building Mechanicsville American Legion Post 175 broke ground on Oct. 16 on its new building on Bell Creek Road. Community, local and state leaders joined a large crowd of veterans and their families in celebrating the event. James E. Kickler, commander, said plans are being made to hold a dedication, possibly in the fall of 2011, when the building is completed. He also said the efforts of 16 World War I and World War II veterans led to the organization of the Post in 1945.

The Post’s first home was a house across the street from the Mechanicsville Recreation Building. The Post later moved to a house in front of a motel on U.S. 301 next to the Timberlake Realty Co. Later, the Post moved to the back room of Johnson’s Grocery Store, located directly across the street from the Post that was located on Atlee Road. After being in the Atlee Road location for more than 30 years, the Post agreed by vote to sell the property and move

Photo courtesy of Mechanicsville American Legion Post 175

Participating in the ground-breaking ceremony were, from left, Sen. Ryan T. McDougle, R-4; Col. David R. Hines, Hanover County sheriff; Del. Christopher K. Peace, R-97; Elton J. Wade Sr., Cold Harbor District, Hanover County Board of Supervisors; Del. John A. Cox, R-55; and Dave Chapman, American Legion district commander.

again. Plans were made to construct a 10,000-square-foot building on Bell Creek Road. The new building will provide additional space to accommodate the increasing needs of the veterans, as well as service

to the community. Kickler noted the Post’s community involvements, including sponsoring the Post 175 baseball team, the American Legion oratorical contest in Hanover County’s high schools, the American Legion Boys’ and

Girls’ State program, JROTC and Boy Scouts. The Post also presents yearly Law Enforcement and EMS awards. From that first group of 16 veterans in 1945, the Post has grown to more than 260 mem-

bers. Veterans interested in becoming a member can call Kickler at 814-4597 or Sean Davis at 730-5648. The Post also can be contacted by mail at P.O. Box 3309, Mechanicsville VA 23116.

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ovember will be a busy month for the Hanover Tavern, with several events planned. From 7 to 8 p.m. today (Wednesday, Nov. 3), the Heritage Music Series will feature The Original Dixieland Strutters in the Pub or Taylor Room. The New Orleans jazz performance is appropriate for all ages. There is a $3 suggested donation per guest. Harmony in Hanover will present a Cocktail Party and Concert with the Richmond Philharmonic from 6 to 9 p.m. in the theater. The Richmond Philharmonic will again join

in celebrating the spirit of the holidays and finish off the Harmony in Hanover Fundraising Concert Series of 2010. The historic floor will host a cash bar and provide appetizers for all ticket holders during the cocktail hour. The concert is appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $25 and can be reserved by emailing Laura at lcurzi@hanovertavern.org. Ritchie Watson is scheduled to address Recognizing the 150th Anniversary of the American Civil War from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, as part of the Speaker Series. The local author will talk about his

new book Normans and Saxons: Souther Race Mythology and the Intellectual History of the American Civil War. The program is appropriate for ages 8 and up, and is free of charge. An art workshop, Photogram, will be presented from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, in the Post Office. Participants will use the science of light and shadow to make their own masterpieces. The cost is $15 for non-members and $12 for members. The ticket includes all supplies and instruction. All ages are welcome. For tickets, contact Laura at lcurzi@hanovertavern.org. A Boxwood Wreath Making Workshop

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| Death Notices & Funerals ville, Linda-Lee Bowman and husband, Paul, of Baltimore, Md., and John Barret and wife, Toni, of Madison. There are now 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild from that faithful marriage. She was also preceded in death in June by her sister, Jean Mann McClure of Richmond; and by her two brothers in previous years. In addition to her progeny, she is survived by her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Stuart and Claire Barret of Richmond and a sister-in-law and brother-inlaw, Helen and Chuck Geddy of Georgia. Mildred was born in Richmond, where she lived until 1961, when she and her family moved to Culpeper, living there for 38 years. They then returned to Richmond to be near their children for the remainder of their years. She had been an employee of Culpeper National Bank and had continued her faithful involvement in Culpeper Methodist Church until their Mildred M. Barret, 92, of return to Richmond. She left her children a legacy of Mechanicsville, died peaceencouragement, forgiveness fully at her home with her children near her on Oct. 25, and generosity, of loving her husband and family, and of 2010. She was preceded in unwavering commitment death in 2003 by her husto them. Her entertaining band of 62 years, Bill Barret. family stories and laughter Together they had four and love of life will be missed. children, Bette Jean Chick of Richmond, Ralph Barret and The family received visitors at Bennett Funeral Home, wife, Marsha, of Mechanics-

Colleen F. Autry, “Collie”, 77, of Ashland, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, William R. Autry; two sons, Mike Whittemore (Cynthia), Robert Lynn Whittemore (Brenda); three stepchildren, Beverley Rogers (Bob), William Autry Jr. (Barbara) and Beth Dunkum (Rick); also two half-brothers and two half-sisters; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Collie retired from C&P Telephone with over 30 years service and was currently office manager for 25 years at Ashland Veterinary Hospital. The family received friends on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010 at the Nelsen Funeral Home Reid Chapel and services were held Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010 with graveside services being held in Woodland Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to Hanover Humane Society, P.O. Box 1011, Ashland, Va. 23005.

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8014 Lee-Davis Rd., Mechanicsville, on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010. A brief graveside service was held on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Bon Secours Hospice.

Daniel Russell Bowers, 64, of N. Myrtle Beach, S.C., formerly of Mechanicsville, passed away on Oct. 28, 2010, at Agape Hospice in Conway, S.C. Born on April 9, 1946, in Omaha, Neb., he was the eldest son of the late Dr. Russell Vernon and Jeanne Matthews Bowers. Daniel was a loving and devoted son, husband and father. He was an active participant in the Boy Scouts of America, a loyal member of the Hanover Ruritan Club, Mechanicsville, Va., and South Strand Ruritan Club, Myrtle Beach, S.C. Mr. Bowers also proudly served in the Virginia Air National Guard for 23 years before retiring as a Master Sergeant in 1990. Dan was raised in Richmond where he attended Highland Springs High School and went on to graduate from Lynchburg College. He retired from Cliff Weil, Inc. in 1999 and spent the last 11 years with his wife in South Carolina. Before his illness, Dan loved to hunt, cook, play golf and garden. Mr. Bowers is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Elizabeth “Betty” Johnson Bowers of N. Myrtle Beach, S.C.; son Christopher R. Bowers of Ellicott City, Md.; daughter Amy E. Bowers of Mechanicsville, Va.; two brothers, John M. Bowers of Las Vegas, Nev., and Robert D. Bowers and wife, Malinda, of Chesterfield, Va.; two sisters, Pamela Atkinson and husband, Steve, of Richmond, Va.; and Martha Bowers of Las Vegas, Nev.; as well as many nieces and

nephews. The family received friends on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at Bennett Funeral Home, Mechanicsville, Va. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010 at Bennett Funeral Home. Graveside services followed at Washington Memorial Park, Sandston, Va. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association , Palmetto Chapter, 2999 Sunset Blvd., Suite 102, West Columbia, S.C. 29069.

Lucille Snyder Brown, “Aceal”, of Mechanicsville, was called home on Oct. 24, 2010. She was born June 13, 1930 to Martin Luther Fitzgerald and Tiney Lena Fitzgerald. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Edward Snyder. Lucille is survived by her daughters, Shelby Moncure (Bill), Sandy Castorani (Bob) and Kim Ketner (Mike); grandchildren, Mike Fainter (Susan), JT Brown (Shelly), Paiton Moncure, Krista Ormsby (Kris), Michael Ketner, Russ Moncure (Missy); and great-grandchildren, Owen, Lucas and Tessa Fainter, Abigail and Bethany Brown, Ryan and Kailey Ormsby, Will and Ally Moncure; sisters, Rachel Smith of Mechanicsville and Gladys Parcell of Dearborn, Mich.; and sister-in-law, Jackie Fitzgerald. She will be remembered for her love of family and her devotion and love as a child caregiver. The family received friends Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010 and Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 at Bennett Funeral Home, Mechanicsville. Services were held at the funeral home on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010. Graveside services were held at Signal Hill. see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 `

in Ashland. Sheila was an avid reader and traveler. Preceding her Continued from pg. 10 b in death was her father, William Patrick John Clarke, of C. Hall. She is survived by her mother, Ella E. Hall; her loving Daleville, Va., formerly of Ashland, died on Oct. 10, 2010 at the husband, Paul; two sons, Will and Garrett Howe; three sisters, Joyce age of 77 after a short illness. Pat is survived by his wife of 52 years, and Barbara Cooke and Betty Brenda Clarke; their four children, James; two brothers, Anthony and 11 grandchildren, and his sister in Greg Hall; father-in-law, Vincent South Africa. A memorial service Ennas; a host of extended family will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13, members; and many coworkers. 2010 at 11 a.m. at The Glebe, 200 Family and friends held a celebration of life to share remembrances The Glebe Blvd, Daleville, Va. 24083. Questions can be directed of Sheila at Western Hanover Church, 16050 Mountain Rd., to 540-591-2100. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that dona- Montpelier, Va., on Thursday, tions be sent to the Cystic Fibrosis Oct. 28, 2010. A funeral services was also held there on Friday, Oct. Foundation, P.O. Box 96305, Washington, D.C. 20090-6305 or 29, 2010. Pastor Terry M. Sharpe officiated. A private graveside the charity of your choice. service follow the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests Sheila M. Hall Ennas , gifts be made to Western Hanover 56, of Hanover County, MontChurch. Arrangements entrusted pelier, Va., entered into eternal to Beaverdam Funeral Home. rest peacefully on Oct. 26, 2010, Visit online guestbook at legacy. after a long battle with cancer. Born Sept. 15, 1954. She loved her com/obituaries/timesdispatch family, friends, garden, nature, Regina Helen Bialkowski and animals. She was a 1972graduate of Patrick Henry High Gregory, 93, of Mechanicsville, School and was a loving, caring passed away Monday, Oct. 25, wife and mother. Sheila never 2010, at her home. She was preknew a stranger. She made friends ceded in death by her husband, with everyone she met. She would Stanley J. Gregory Sr.; and daughlike to express her thanks for help ter, Emilie Gregory Snavely. She from family, many close friends is survived by three sons, Wilford and customers from her prior em- P. Gregory (Betty), Joe Gregory ployer, The Ironhorse Restaurant (Wanda) and George W. Gregory;

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was held Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 which was followed by a graveside service in Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christian Aid Missions, P.O. Box 9037, Charlottesville, Va. 22906. Please memo “Canaan Children’s Home 568CCTC” on any contributions.

Anita Schwartz Lett, 71, originally from Oregon Hill, passed into eternity where there is no more suffering on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010. She was the daughter of the late George Schwartz Jr. and Ella Weaver. She is survived by her daughter, Judy Ghavam Charles L. Lambert Jr., and her husband, Hamid; son, 65, of Mechanicsville, went to be Robert Lett Jr.; granddaughter, Tara Ghavam; sister, Carol Lee with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Parrish; brother, Larry Weaver; Oct. 25, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles L. and a special aunt, Sarah Harris. and Hawse Estelle Lambert. He is The family received friends on survived by his wife of 32 years, H. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 at Bennett Jeannine Lambert; sisters, Shirley Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville. A graveside L. Peach and Jean L. Halterman; five nieces and their families. Mr. Lambert was a retired clerk with see OBITUARIES, pg. 12 ` CSX Railroad. He was a devoted and loving husband, brother, uncle and friend. He served enthusiastically in the Presbyterian Church in America, where he gave himself to building others up for the Lord. The family received friends Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 at Bliley’s-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where a funeral service

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Seminole, Fla.; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandContinued from pg. 11 b children; her brothers, Sidney funeral service was held on Satur- Christian of Suffolk, Warren day, Oct. 30, 2010 at Forest Lawn O. Christian of Richmond; and her sister, Jacquelyn Cemetery. Christian of La Jolla, Calif. A memorial service was held Jean S. Loving, 79, of Mechanicsville, passed away Oct. Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, at New 26, 2010. She was preceded in Found Church of Christ, death by her husband, C. Ber- 14166 Gordons Lane, Glen Allen. Graveside services nard Loving. She is survived were private at Woodlawn by her children, Ken Loving (Susan), Cathy Langton (Bill), Cemetery, Ashland. In lieu Lenny Loving (Patsy); grand- of flowers, donations may be children, Jason Loving (Erin), made to the American Cancer Krystal Hawke (Kyle), Stefanie Society ‘s Making Strides Langton, Colin Campbell (Ni- towards Breast Cancer, 11835 Canon Blvd., Newport News, cole), Nicole Simkin (Will), Va. 23606, or the New Found Elizabeth McCray (Matt), Emily Wolford (Matt); great- Church of Christ, 14166 Gordons Lane, Glen Allen, grandchildren, Brooke Loving, Evelyn and A.J. Campbell Va. 23059. Arrangements are by Weymouth Funeral Home and Baby McCray. She was a in Newport News. devoted member of Broadus Adolphus Moran Jr., Memorial Baptist Church. age 89, of Hanover County, The family received friends entered into eternal rest Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at Oct. 25, 2010. He is surthe Atlee Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 and vived by his wife, Jeanette Moran; three daughters, Shady Grove Road. Services Vivian Eason (Marvin), Sylvia were held on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 at the funeral home. Vincent (Calvin) and Sheila Graveside services followed at Brown (Tony); five sons, Leo Signal Hill Memorial Park. In (Geronimo), Oneal (Kathleen), Allen (Teresa), Preston lieu of flowers, contributions (Myra) and Adolphus (Lisa) may be made to the Cancer Moran; 15 grandchildren, 33 Society . Condolences may be made at woodyfuneralho- great-grandchildren, 16 greatgreat-grandchildren, a host meatlee.com. of other relatives and friends. Family received friends at Jane Laverne Luck, 86, Walter J. Manning Funeral formerly a Richmond native, died Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, Home, 700 N. 25th Street, where funeral services were at Warwick Forest Nursing Home in Newport News. Jane conducted Saturday, Oct. 30, was a member of New Found 2010. Bishop Melvin Williams officiated. Graveside services Church of Christ and the were held Monday, Nov. 1, American Legion Auxiliary 2010 in Quantico National Post #244 of Glen Allen. She was a loving homemaker and Cemetery. worked briefly for Friendship Tours of Richmond. She Warren Farnum Pace, was preceded in death by her of Mechanicsville, passed away Oct. 20, 2010. He was husband, William E. Luck; preceded in death by his her daughter, Carol Diane; parents, Johnny and Grace and 10 sisters and brothPace; and brother, Larry Pace. ers. She is survived by her Warren is survived by his sons, William E. Luck Jr. of Richmond, Thomas F. Luck of sons, Jesse R. and Christopher Suffolk and Ronald E. Luck of W. Pace (Jennifer), grandsons,

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Ashton and Aidan; sister, Joyce Yates; and brother, Randy Pace. Memorial donations can be made to Save A Dog A Day (memo: Rottie Rescue), 510 Young Dr., Sandston, Va. 23150.

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since the start of the 19th century, and even today it continues to change with each administration, each advance in military technology, every ebb and flow of adversaries arrayed against us. Lots of factors play into those adjustments, including what the people are willing to tolerate and what they consider moral. So it goes with the Preamble’s clauses to establish justice and promote the general welfare. Over time we the people have determined what defines justice and the general wel-

fare, and among other things that includes basic protection for the elderly against poverty and illness (social security and Medicare.) It also already means healthcare for all, because the law requires hospitals to provide care to all regardless of their ability to pay. So we already have government-mandated healthcare — we just have it in the most-expensive and least-efficient fashion possible. Civilized and moral behavior towards our fellow man dictates that do better than we have done — the other civilized nations of the world know this, which is why we are the only nation in the civilized world that does not provide healthcare

to all. You can wrap all the conservative nonsense around it that you want, you can paint it with meaningless buzzwords like “socialist” if you like, but in the end, if the Preamble’s call to promote the general welfare does not include the most basic things like healthcare, calling ourselves a civilized and moral society is the height of hypocrisy. Moreover, doing so does not mean more individual expense. Money is fungible; it makes no real difference whether you pay some number of dollars to a private insurance company or the same number of dollars to a government agency (other than

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were left uninhabitable after trees or large branches crashed into them. Those homes are located on Aquarius Loop and Senn Way. Trees also were uprooted along Cold Harbor Road. Little Sorrel Drive in Travellers Run fell victim to the tornado. A camper landed in the yard of Beth Livermore. According to Trice, the camper was owned by Randy Agee. Fencing in the neighborhood was downed by the winds. Confirmation of the single, low-intensity tornado came on Thursday from the National Weather Service. According to the Friday edition of the Richmond TimesDispatch, the tornado “traversed a path from just east of The Diamond in North Richmond into central Henrico County and the Cold Harbor

area of Hanover County late Wednesday afternoon, with wind speeds of 80 to 90 mph.” NWS officials from the Wakefield office surveyed the damage on Thursday and determined the tornado’s path extended 11.5 miles in an eastnortheastward direction from about 5 to 5:20 p.m. The Times-Dispatch reported that the tornado’s rate of strength was rated an EF0 to an EF1, the first and second lowest ratings on a scale of 0 to 5. The Sheriff ’s Office and Hanover Fire/EMS had set up a command center at the VFW Post 9808 on Cold Harbor Road Wednesday evening. To help homeowners avoid becoming the victim of contractor scams, Hines offered the following tips: ❍ Work only with trusted local contractors. ❍ Check references. ❍ Get all agreements in writing.

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Hanover Fire/EMS, said. “We were very fortunate not to have significant injuries, sheltering needs, or more damage.” However, I am confident that if the storm had been more widespread or severe, the resources were in place to respond,” he added. Mark Bowes and Rex Springston of Media General News Services contributed to this report.

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Hannah Purvis recently completed her service project as a student at Master Cho’s World Class Tae Kwon Do in Glen Allen. Her service project involved selling lemonade and yielded a $113 donation for Hanover Humane Society. Following a tour of Hanover Humane’s facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland, Hannah presented Hanover Humane with the check. Her donation will be used by Hanover Humane to provide food, veterinary care, supplies, etc., for the animals in Hanover Humane’s adoptions programs until they find a forever home.

Roger Mitchell, left, and Bill Jeter are shown planting a tree at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. The tree replacement was a service project of the Hanover Ruritan Club’s Environment Committee. The Ruritans replaced a tree that was a victim of this year’s drought. Club members are very active in the Mechanicsville community and welcome new members. For more information about the club, visit www.hanoverruritan. org.

Fall Concert set tomorrow The Lee-Davis Choral Department will present its Fall Concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, in the school auditorium at 7052 Mechanicsville Turnpike in

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In my opinion your readers, and President Barack Obama, Continued from pg. 13 b deserve better. Lyn L. Hodnett anyone that actually pays attenAshland tion that before too long that system is going to crumble and the government will be supporting everyone’s healthcare by default. We can do better. And we An open letter of thanks to must. Steve Sneed the six angels at the Fas Mart Mechanicsville on Atlee and Meadowbridge Roads Sunday evening, Oct. 24. Mechanicsville is still a heavenly village. That evening I almost ran out of gas and stopped there I take objection to the to purchase a small amount to scathing, unfair political make sure I would get home. cartoon published in The My Sunday School class had Mechanicsville Local on Oct. given me a Fas Mart gift card 20, 2010. Misinformation such and I thought I would use it. The cashier tried several as the cartoon professes causes not only misunderstanding, times to put the card through but can serve to do serious without any results. At 82, I am in no condition damage. The message expressed to walk home or push my van. I had put my head down tryin your cartoon thwarts the hope that both political parties ing to think what I should do. can work together in a spirit Suddenly, money appeared on of cooperation for the greater the counter in front of me. good. The angels behind me Many people join me in purchased $21 worth of gas perceiving President Obama as for me. What a blessing. I courageously working for good, told them that and I hugged solid middle-class America, each one. They, in turn, told for the working woman and me they had the blessing as man. Together we hope that our this had united them in one country will be a democracy, thoughtful act. not a plutocracy, a government Again, thank you, my where only the wealthy and angels. privileged rule. Just think, Mechanicsville is There is strong evidence most likely full of angels we that our economy is moving don’t know about. forward. It is unfair to expect Oh, yes, the next day my gift that we can climb out of a hole card was good for $25. that took eight years to dig in Ernestine Rapp less than two years. Mechanicsville

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Adopt a Senior Pet Month November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and I encourage people who are ready to add an animal to their family to consider some of the many benefits of adopting an “oldie but goodie” from their local animal shelter: ❍ What you see is what you get. There are no mysteries about a senior animal’s adult size, personality, energy level, or grooming needs. ❍ They know the ropes. Experienced animals are often pros at basic skills such as walking on a leash and sharpening their claws on a scratching post instead of on your couch. ❍ Less mess. Most adult animals are housetrained and well past the destructive chewing phase. ❍ They have social graces. Boisterous puppies and kittens sometimes don’t know their limits and may annoy the dogs and cats who are already part of the family. Older animals learn and respect their boundaries more quickly. ❍ A lifetime of love. Many people who have adopted older animals find that they are especially affectionate and eager to bond with the person who rescued them. To learn more about adopting, visit www.PETA.org. Lindsay Pollard-Post Research specialist The PETA Foundation Norfolk

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Based in Mechanicsville, the Zeta Gamma Chapter of the National Homeschool Honor Society recently doubled its membership with the induction of seven new members on Sept. 24. Qualifications for membership include a 3.5 grade point average as well as scoring 90 percent or better on standardized testing. New members are, from left, front row, Jake Wagner, Scott Redfern, Sarah Garner, Holly Bard, Caleb Cameron and Lamar Johnson. David Zaronas also is a new member. Current members are shown in the back, from left, Micaiah Landrum; John Filegar, historian; Hunter Sjogren, president; Bethany Smith, vice president; Nikki Cameron, secretary; Christian Lamas, photographer; and Brian Webb, treasurer. The chapter participates in service projects annually at Covenant Woods and supports Operation Christmas Child and other projects around the globe.

PHHS to host CoďŹ&#x20AC;ee House event The 1st Annual E. A. T. (Experience Art Together) Concert will be presented from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 4, in the cafeteria of Patrick Henry High School. Those attending will be able to â&#x20AC;&#x153;feed your soulâ&#x20AC;? with live music from Susan Greenbaum and The John & Jack Winnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;tet. The PHHS cafeteria will be transformed into a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coffee Houseâ&#x20AC;? for the evening. There will be art on display from the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Studio 54a Gallery,â&#x20AC;? as well as live poetry reading between the music sets.

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Mechanicsville resident Robbie Grubbs recently collected more than 500 CDs for the United Service Organizations, the congressionally chartered nonprofit organization that supports U.S. military troops and families. He called the drive â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tunes for the Tough.â&#x20AC;? A community service project was part of his black belt testing at Master Choâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tae Kwon Do. He will be meeting Mary Moyer, a USO director at the new Ft. Lee USO center where the CDs will be used.

DECA hosting Armed Forces basketball tourney On Saturday, Nov. 6, the DECA Club of Hanover High School will serve as host to its first Armed Forces Basketball Tournament. Teams of active personnel representing the U.S. Army, the U.S. Marines, the U.S. Navy and the National Guard will participate in a four-game tournament.

Opening ceremonies will begin at noon in the Hanover High School gymnasium. Tickets will be sold for $5 and children under 10 will be admitted free. All proceeds will go to the Richmond Fisher House, a temporary home for families of veterans receiving care at the Richmond Veterans

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Santa to take part in holiday bazaar A special guest will be participating in the 29th Annual Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13, in the Lee-Davis High School commons. Santa Claus will be on hand from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. He will be available for photos, which will be taken for $5 and placed on a CD.

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As Veterans’ Day nears, the Annual Buddy Poppy campaign of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9808 and the Ladies Auxiliary will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at several business locations in Mechanicsville. The VFW “Buddy” Poppy is a symbol of the sacrifices made by the nation’s war dead in the great conflicts for peace. According to Bill Elliott, the campaign benefits needy veterans and orphans of deceased veterans in this community. For more than 70 years, the little red buddy poppy has been distributed to benefit America’s veterans and their families. The poppy has become a nationally known and recognized symbol of sacrifice and is worn to honor the men and women who served and died for their country in all wars.

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Senior Resource Fair set tomorrow The Hanover County Council on Aging, in partnership with Jerusalem Baptist Church, will be coordinating a Senior Resource Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 4, at the Jerusalem Baptist Church at 16210 Short Cut Road in Doswell. Resource information and brief presentations will be offered by a variety of human service organizations and county departments. The Hanover County Council on Aging is partnering with the community to host various Senior Resource Fairs throughout the county. The fairs will be hosted by local senior clubs, civic and

faith-based organizations and are open to all older adults and caregivers. The goal of these programs is to offer an array of resource information to help ensure older adults and their families have a greater awareness of local opportunities to stay active, address their current needs, plan for the future and enjoy an enhanced quality of life. To RSVP your plans to attend this event, or if your organization in interested in hosting a future Senior Resource Fair at your location, call 365-4302. The Hanover County Council on Aging consists of residents of Hanover County

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Master Naturalist Training set Tuesday Interested persons are cordially invited to an informational open house for the Virginia Master Naturalist program at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at the Tuckahoe Library in Henrico County. The classes will be held in Hanover County beginning Jan. 13, 2011. The 2011 training class runs from 5 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursdays. The dates will be Jan. 13, 20 and 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17 and 24;

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Monsanto Fund helping farmers As the leaves on trees begin to change and evenings become shorter, farmers throughout Virginia are busy harvesting crops. While they are hard at work in the fields, farmers also are working hard to make a positive impact in their communities by participating in Monsanto Fund’s America’s Farmers Grow Communities. This program offers farmers in more than 1,200 counties across 38 states, the unique opportunity to designate a $2,500 donation to their favorite local nonprofit organization. “We nominated 4-H simply because that is an organization that we are involved with ourselves,” Hanover County farmer Joel Stanley said. “Our county’s 4-H has been mainly equinefocused but is looking to start a Dairy Club, which we feel is important since we operate a dairy farm. Our hope is that the funds would assist in making that new club a reality.” The program benefits nonprofit community groups such as agriculture youth organizations, schools and other civic groups in an effort to strengthen rural America. In Virginia, $35,000 is expected to be donated in 14 counties. Whatever the need, $2,500 could mean saving a school program facing budget cuts or helping a volunteer fire department purchase new safety equipment. “We created the America’s Farmers Grow Communities program to show the Monsanto Fund’s appreciation for all the American farmer does,” Deborah Patterson, Monsanto Fund president, said. “Just one donation can touch the lives of so many people in the community. The positive impact

reaches the organization, the farmer and, most importantly, the community as a whole.” Farmers can apply online at www.growcommunities.com or by calling 1-877-267-3332. Farmers, age 21 and over, who are actively engaged in farming a minimum of 250 acres of corn, soybeans and/or cotton, or 40 acres of open field vegetables, or at least 10 acres of tomatoes, peppers and/or cucumbers grown in protected culture, are eligible. The application period runs through Dec. 31. The program is open to qualifying farmers, and no purchase is necessary in order to enter or win. In Virginia, one winner will be drawn from each of the state’s 14 participating counties. Monsanto Fund will announce winning farmers and recipient organizations in February 2011. In addition to Hanover, eligible counties in Virginia include Accomack, Caroline, Chesapeake City, Ess-ex, Isle of Wight, King William, Northampton, Northum-berland, Rockingham, Southampton, Suffolk City, Sussex and Westmoreland. Visit www.growcommunities.com to sign up and to learn more about the America’s Farmers Grow Communities program. The program is part of a broad commitment by Monsanto Fund to invest in farm communities, in order to highlight the important contributions farmers make every day. To obtain a copy of the official rules for this program, visit www.growcommunities.com or send a written request to Eileen Jensen, 914 Spruce St., St. Louis, MO 63102.

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8014 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville • 746-8665 www.bennettfuneralhomes.com Bennett Funeral Home was established in 1897 to serve the needs of Richmond families. Since then, this locally owned and operated business has continued to serve the community with its unique combination of caring and convenience. 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. Call Bennett Funeral Home at 746-8665 to schedule a preplanning consultation.

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November 3, 2010

‘Nunsense’ opening Nov. 26 at Barksdale NOVEMBER 11, 2010 A proud salute to America’s Armed Forces Past and Present The Mechanicsville Local will publish pages dedicated to all veterans in our November 10th edition If you or your business would like to show support for our veterans... Call to reserve your space today! 804-746-1235 sales@mechlocal.com

“Nunsense” will be presented Nov. 26 through Jan. 23 at the Barksdale Theatre at Hanover Tavern at 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. Starring Catherine Shaffner, Jan Guarino, Debra Wagoner, Brittany Simmons and Shalimar Hickman-Fields, “Nunsense” is being directed by John Moon. Book, music and lyrics are

by Dan Groggin. “Nunsense” is called one of Barksdale’s biggest hits. The show is a fundraiser put on by the Little Sisters of Hoboken to raise money to bury sisters accidentally poisoned by the convent cook, Sister Julia (Child of God). The production has been updated with new jokes, additional lyrics and new musical

arrangements. It is suggested for ages are 10 and up. Tickets are $38 for adults and $35 for seniors (65+) and students. Special group pricing is available. To purchase tickets, call Barksdale Theatre’s Box Office at 282-2620 or go online at www.BarksdaleRichmond.org.

Solid waste service facilities to close on Veterans Day Hanover County’s solid waste convenience centers and the U.S. 301 Transfer Station will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. On Friday, Nov. 12, the centers will reopen at 7 a.m. and the U.S. 301 Transfer Station will

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of the week a student registers if paying in person, or by midnight if paying online or by telephone. Late registration runs Jan. 10-14. Payment is due daily by the close of business if paying in person, or by midnight if paying online or by telephone. JSRCC has three campuses: Parham

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Town defers action on hotel/motel regulations Ashland Town Council has deferred any action on a revision to the Town Code regulating hotel and motel operations. During its Oct. 19 meeting, additional research and recommendations were presented to council. According to Chief Doug Goodman of the Ashland Police Department, council members agreed to defer any action on the proposed code revision until the Nov. 16 council meeting. Goodman said the deferment will allow staff to conduct more research and ensure input from key stakeholders in the community.

HHS Orchestra to perform at Disney World Big plans are in motion for the young musicians who comprise the Hanover High School Strings Orchestra. In April 2011, the Orchestra is scheduled to perform for hundreds or resort guests to help celebrate Disney Magic Music Days. The students who will represent Hanover County at the national event have been working since last year to raise the thousands of dollars needed to transport them to Orlando, Fla. Moving beyond the traditional fundraising projects, Orchestra members are

making themselves available to perform at special events for Hanover residents and businesses to help make the Disney trip a reality. These skilled musicians can provide live music of all types for restaurants, parties, weddings, dances, reunions, etc. For those who may wish to book the HHS Orchestra, or a smaller strings ensemble, contact Lucretia Davis, director, at lldavis@hcps.us, or send your request to hanoverorchestra@gmail.com. These students are seasoned performers who have played for the Hanover

Tavern, Flying Squirrels games, Christmas at the Bass Pro Shop, County School Board functions, and Covenant Woods. The Orchestra consistently receives â&#x20AC;&#x153;Superiorâ&#x20AC;? ratings at District 1 festivals, and the students have distinguished themselves as members of All County, Regional and State orchestras. Recent graduates of this program are now majoring in music at the Shenandoah Conservatory of Music and Indiana State University. As the Orchestra prepares for the Disney trip, preparation for two full

Holiday assistance opportunities released The Hanover County Departments of Community Resources and Social Services are joining forces again this year to share information on a wide range of ways to assist those in need within our community this holiday season. Citizens, schools, faith-based and

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a letter to: Hanover Christmas Mother, P.O. Box 39, Doswell, VA 23047. For more information, call the Department of Community Resources at 365-4300 and ask to speak to Lisa Adkins, or e-mail her at ldadkins@ co.hanover.va.us.

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Center on Brook Road and Dubose Hall on Palmyra Avenue. For more information about registration or new student orientation, call 371-3000. A complete course schedule is available at www.reynolds. edu/classes. Serving more than 20,000 students annually, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College is the youngest and third largest of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college operates three campuses serving residents in Hanover County, as well as the City of Richmond and Henrico, Goochland, Powhatan and Louisa counties.

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Annual sale slated The Mechanicsville United Methodist Church at 7356 Atlee Road will hold its annual Brunswick Stew and Bake Sale on Saturday, Nov 13, starting at 8 a.m. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event also will include a garage sale. For more information, call the church office at 746-5118.

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Robert Mansfield and Linda Mansfield both of Long Island, N.Y. announce the engagement of their daughter Melissa Lillian Mansfield to Mark Daniel Blackwell. Melissa is a 2004 graduate of Adelpi University in Garden City, N.Y. with a B.A. degree in Psychology and a 2005 MA degree in early education, also from Adelpi University. Melissa currently works for Henrico County Public Schools as a first grade teacher. Mark is the son of Mr. and Mrs. R. Wayne Blackwell of Mechanicsville. He graduated from Lee-Davis High School in 1996 and is a 1999 graduate of E.C.P.I. He currently works in Marketing in Henrico County. A March 2011 wedding is planned at The Colony Club in Richmond.

Bailey-Kinner wed in Florida The marriage of Miss Erika Leigh Bailey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Bailey of Richmond and Mr. and Mrs. Randy Wingfield of Mechanicsville, to Mr. Shane Andy Kinner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Andy Kinner of Melbourne, Fla. and Mr. and Mrs. Mike Overman of Marion, Ind., took place Oct. 30, 2010 at the Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort in St. Pete Beach, Fla. The Reverend Tom Greene officiated. The bride is the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. William Barr, Ms. Linda Barr, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bailey and Mrs. Dorothy Wingfield and the late Bill Wingfield. The groom is the grandson of Mr. Larry Kinner of Marion, Ind., Ms. Sue Lowe of Melbourne, Fla. and Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Eccles of Jonesboro, Ind. Miss Allison Harvey, childhood friend of the bride, was maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Emily Bailey and Amy Wingfield, sisters of the bride, and Sarah Templeton and Melissa Lowry, friends of the bride. Mr. Corey Wilson, brother of the groom, served as best man. The groomsmen were Conner Wilson, nephew of the groom, Wyatt Kinner, brother of the groom, Colin MacLaren, Bryan McCarty and Jay Berry, all friends of the groom. The flower girls were MacKenzie Tewell, cousin of the bride, and Avery Wilson, niece of the groom. The ushers were Jonathan Bailey, Matthew Bailey and Scott Wingfield, all brothers of the bride. The bride is a graduate of Atlee High School and received her Doctorate of Pharmacy from Virginia Commonwealth

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Wednesday, Nov. 3 Hanover Branch Library Friends will meet at 5 p.m. Please consider joining us to discuss ways to support the Hanover Branch of the Pamunkey Regional Library!

Thursday, Nov. 4 Salem Presbyterian Church, Studley Road, will host it’s monthly Sing-a-long

at 10 a.m. Come and join us as we sing our favorite Thanksgiving hymns. Our hymn of the month is “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come”. Light refreshments are served. Bring a friend. Tai Chi for Arthritis classes will run Thursday’s Nov. 4 – Dec. 16 (no class Nov. 25) from 10:30–11:30 a.m. This Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is taught by Jo Ann Widner, RN, and uses easy to learn, gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance, and well-being. This fun and interactive class is suitable for every fitness level. Cost is $48 and pre-registration is required. Please call the Covenant Woods Wellness Center at 569-8043 for more information or to pre-register.

The Mechanicsville Tea Party is comprised of Democrats, Independents, Libertarians and Republicans. We are a very active, solutions-oriented group that focuses on educating the public, presenting legislation and defending the Constitution. We will meet at 8493 New Bethesda Road at 7 p.m. For more information, please visit us on Facebook or call 769-8884. “Meaty” Bible topics will be explored at the Cold Harbor Rd. Church of Christ Lectureship from Nov. 4-7. Located at 6856 Cold Harbor Rd. Mechanicsville, the event is free and open to the public. Lectures begin Thursday at 7 p.m. and continue from 9-7:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday and finishing on Sunday at 9:30 and 10:30

a.m. and 6 p.m. For addi- Mechanicsville, VA 23116. tional information please For more information please call 746-8224. visit www.atleechurch.org, or call 730-3676.

Friday, Nov. 5 Kidstuf will be held at Atlee Community Church from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This free family event is open to the community. This is a sight and sound experience combining fun activities, crazy actors, cool music, and storytellers. We teach a new virtue each month for the parents to reinforce at home. This program entertains as well as inspires. Kidstuf teaches something profound for the entire family. It is is a place where kids bring their parents to church, so Kidstuf is a “no drop off zone”. Every child must be accompanied by an adult. Atlee Community Church is located at 7171 Verdi Lane,

Saturday, Nov. 6 There will be a craft show from 9-2 p.m. at Independence Christian Church. The event will feature hand made crafts – jewelry, hand bags, Christmas and lots more. Silent Auction and Bake Sale. IVNA will be there and have flu shots available. The show will be held at the church, 14023 Independence Rd., Ashland. Please come and join us. Crafters interested in participating contact Donna at 798-0643.

Church located at 7291 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. Some of the featured vendors will be Pampered Chef, Party Lite, Discovery Toys, Silpada, Mary Kay, Michee, Thirty One Gifts, Stamp N Up!, and Wreaths by Donna. We will also have handmade jewelry, a bake sale, and a used book/DVD sale. For more information please contact Cheryl Yarbro at 966-5809.

Mechanicsville Community Salt Fish Breakfast will be held at Enon United Methodist Church, 6156 Studley Rd. from 8-9:30 a.m. The cost is $5 for adults (including fish $7) and under 12 years old $2.50. Family limit is $14. Profits The Order of the Eastern go to the Heart Havens Fund Star is hosting a bazaar, from (residential housing for the 10-2 p.m. The event will see CALENDAR, pg. 32 ` be held at Anchor Baptist

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possession of controlled substance on Sporting Lane.

INCIDENTS Continued from pg. 3 b X

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect stole item from victim at location on Pole Green Rd.

Unknown suspect damaged victim’s property at location on Ebaugh Lane.

Unknown suspect damaged victim’s vehicle at location on Hanover Courthouse Rd.

X Unknown suspect hit Suspect was in victim’s vehicle at possession of controlled location on Atlee Rd. substance on Cold Harbor X Suspect assaulted victim Rd. at location on Dell-Ray X Suspect stole items from Dr. victim at location on Bell Creek Rd. X

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Washington Hwy. X

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Ashcake Rd. Suspect assaulted victim at location on Windy River Lane. Suspect stole items from location on Bell Creek Rd.

October 25 X

Unknown suspect broke into location and stole items on Rockhill Rd. Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Old Cavalry Dr.

recklessly on Sherwood Crossing Place.

Suspect was disorderly at location on Antique Lane. Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Bell Creek Rd. Unknown suspect hit victim’s vehicle at location on Howards Mill Rd. Unknown suspect stole items from victim at location on Atlee Station Rd.

October 27 X

Suspect stopped while driving after being declared habitual offender on Pole Green Rd.

Suspect obtained money under false pretenses on Lesfield Ct.

Unknown suspect stole item from victim at location on Meadowbridge Rd.

Suspect handled a firearm

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Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Patrick Henry Rd.

Suspect threatened victim on Patrick Henry Rd.

Suspect assaulted victims on Rocky Ford Rd.

Unknown suspect damaged victim’s property at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect passed bad checks at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Unknown suspect stole items from victim’s vehicle at location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect damaged victim’s vehicle at location on Angela Nicole Lane.

Suspect stole items from victim at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect used victim’s credit card without permission on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect stole item from victim’s vehicle at location on Sujen Ct.

Suspect stole item from victim at location on Karen Dr.

Unknown suspect damaged victim’s property at location on Sujen Ct.

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mentally handicapped). For more information or to set Tuesday, Nov. 9 Computer Basics II Class up reservations, please call at the Mechanicsville Branch 746-4719 or 730-4956. Library at 6:30 p.m. Find The DECA Club of out how to do basic tasks Hanover High School is in Microsoft Word and how honored to serve as host to use Internet Explorer to to its first Armed Forces surf the web. Space is limBasketball Tournament. ited. Call 746-9615 or visit Teams of active personnel the library at 7461 Sherwood representing the U.S. Army, Crossing Place to sign up. the U.S. Marines, the U.S. The East Richmond Navy and the National Guard Association will participate in a four- Beekeepers game tournament. Opening www.eastrichmondbees.org ceremonies will begin at monthly program will be held noon in the Hanover High from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at Fort School gymnasium. Tickets Lee Baptist Church, corner will be sold for $5 and chil- Laburnum Avenue & Charles dren under 10 will be admit- City Road, 2727 Charles City ted free. All proceeds will Road, Richmond, Va 23231. go to the Richmond Fisher The November program House, a temporary home for is: “The Winter Honeybee families of veterans receiv- Cluster”. This program ing care at the Richmond will be presented by Ann Veterans Administration Harman of the Virginia State Medical Center. Our hope Beekeepers Association. For is that many will come to further information consupport families of veterans tact David Stover: 804-782and to also thank our armed 0988, david@davidstover. forces for their dedication to com. Directions to the event our country. For questions are as follows; to the 2nd or more information, please Tuesday meetings, 6:30contact Jeff Fogg, jfogg@ 8:30 pm at Fort Lee Baptist hcps.us or Richard Totten, Church: corner Laburnum Avenue & Charles City Road, rtotten@hcps.us. 2727 Charles City Road, Richmond, 23231. Coming Sunday, Nov. 7 from I-295 or from I-64, you B eulah Presbyterian can exit towards Highland Church celebrates 174 years Springs/Sandston and the serving the Mechanicsville airport, and you will be on community. The day begins Airport Drive. From Airport with Sunday school at 9:45 Drive, turn right (west) onto a.m. and a special church Williamsburg Road (Route service at 10:45 a.m. A 60), follow it to the stoplight covered dish lunch will at Laburnum Avenue. Turn begin at 12:30 p.m. Please left onto Laburnum Avenue. bring a favorite main dish The 2nd light will be Charles and a vegetable or dessert. City Road. Turn left. The Following the lunch at 2 church is on the corner. p.m. enjoy a musical proTurn right into the parking gram featuring local tallot. Meeting room entrance ent! For more information is adjacent to the parking lot. about beulah’s homecomThose not using the expressing, call 746-0776. Beulah ways and coming from Presbyterian Church is points east and west can fol-

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Interested person are cordially invited to an informational open house for the Virginia Master Naturalist program at 7 p.m. at the Tuckahoe Library in Henrico County. The Riverrine chapter is looking for volunteers to begin training for their fifth class, beginning Thursday, Jan. 13, 2011. Classes will meet in the Hanover Community Services Complex. For more information please contact Emily Gianfortoni at riverrinechapter@gmail.com or call 741-9126. At 7 p.m., The Mechanicsville T.E.A. Party will sponsor a video and discussion on the question asked at the founding of America, “A Republic or a Monarchy?”. Learn how Benjamin Franklin’s answer, “A republic, if you can keep it”, has never been more important for Americans to understand. The presentation will be shown in the meeting room of the Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Station #3 at 4428 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va., 23116. This educational event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the Mechanicsville T.E.A. Party on Facebook or call 769-8884.

Wednesday, Nov. 10 Accounts of wartime activity are the subject of Salem Christian School’s 10th and 11th grade interviews. Putting together a short documentary highlighting veteran representatives from various past wars, they hope to capture memorable wartime events and see CALENDAR, pg. 34 `

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OBITUARIES Continued from pg. 12 b

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of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 and Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. A memorial service was held immediately following the visitation on Saturday, in the funeral home chapel. Graveside services were private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Mattiponi Volunteer Rescue Squad. Condolences may be made at: www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com

“Butch”, 49, of Manquin, passed away Oct. 27, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 13 years; Kay, his father; Leonard B. Tucker, Sr., his mother and step father; Mary and Carl Mullins, step brother; Joseph L. Mullins (Twana) of Orlando, Fl, step sister; Pamela MullinsTackett of Covington, Va., and numerous aunts, uncles Kathryn Smith Warren and cousins. The family re- , 87, of Richmond, passed ceived friends Saturday, Oct. away peacefully in her sleep, 30, 2010 at the Atlee Chapel Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. She

was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years; Dudley N. Warren. She is survived by her daughter; Cindy Strickler, son; Charles Warren and his wife Bonnie, grandchildren; Teresa and Michael Strickler, Renee, Randy and Ryan Warren, 8 great grandchildren, her brother; Taylor Smith, devoted nieces and nephews, and her loyal Circle friends and luncheon group from Fairmount Christian Church. She was retired from the City of Richmond, Department of Social Services. The family received

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activities and the reactions of those who lived during those critical times. Their videotape will be viewed in a special program beginning at 9:30 a.m. Pat Brannen, who served in a support group in the Air Force during the Vietnam War, will be the speaker, and there will be singing, the video presentation, cards, letters, and refreshments to comprise the remainder of the morning’s tribute to our nation’s servicemen. Salem wants all veterans to come and be Thursday, Nov. 11 The National Alliance honored for a job well done, because you are the ones who on Mental Illness-Central

Virginia Chapter (NAMICVA) will meet at 7 p.m. at the Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave. This is one block east of St. Mary’s Hospital. The discussion will be done by a Consumer Panel on Peer to Peer, In Our Own Voice and Connection Consumer Support Group, programs offered by NAMI. It is free and open to the public. For further information call 285-1749. Understanding the Bible Class will be held at Atlee Branch Library at 7 p.m. Learn how to study the Bible, have questions about the Bible answered and more. For groups of three

or more, please RSVP at Library at 6 p.m. Meet the 779-7158. kid who made “wmpy” cool in a great family movie based Laurel Meadow Elementary on the bestselling novel by School will present A Veteran’s Jeff Kinney. Refreshments Day Salute, a musical per- served. Sponsored by the formed by the fourth grade Friends of the Mechanicsville students, at 6:30 p.m. at the Library. For more informaschool. Community veter- tion call 746-9615 or visit ans are invited as guests of the library at 7461 Sherwood honor. Crossing Place.

Friday, Nov. 12 Stepping Stones Women’s Center is holding a Holiday Open House from 1-5 p.m. at 7575 Cold Harbor Road, Ste 2-D; Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

Saturday, Nov. 13

9th Annual Holiday Craft Show at AshCreek, in the AshCreek Subdivision Clubhouse, 10854 Linderwood Drive, 9-3 p.m. Over 30 crafters with all handmade items: stained Family Movie Night at glass, wooden pens, potthe Mechanicsville Branch tery, hair accessories, team

and college themed items, candles, purses, greeting cards, dips, baked goods, wine bottle art, jewelry, Russian art, and lots of giftables. Free admission; for more information please call show director, Sandra Griffin at 550-2223. Eastern Ha n o v e r Volunteer Fire Department will be holding its annual Brunswick Stew sale -- in a “stew thru”, beginning at 11:45 a.m., at Hanover Fire Station 3. Price for the stew is $7 per quart. For more information, call 779-3908. see CALENDAR, pg. 35 `

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BRUCE DANIEL WENGER JR.

Bruce Daniel Wenger, Jr., earned his Eagle Scout rank at the age of 12 on May 26, 2010. His Eagle Court of Honor was held on October 23, 2010, at Shady Grove United Methodist Church, where Bruce is a member. He is a member of Troop 505, chartered by New Highland Baptist Church. He has served as a Patrol Leader for his Troop and a Den Chief for Pack 505. He has earned 41 merit badges, the 50-miler award, the Historic Trails award, the Paul Bunyan Woodsman award and has been tapped to be a member of the Order of the Arrow.

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Winn’s Baptist Church, 12320 Winns Church Road, Glen Allen, will be sponsoring a barbeque Camp Fundraiser for Children’s and Youth Camps from 4-8 p.m. We will serve a barbeque dinner with pork provided by the Cauthorn Family of Miss Piggy’s Farm and prepared by George Stone with his award winning recipe. Music will be provided by Crusaders for Christ and Winn’s Youth Praise Band. Adults $8 and children eleven and under $5. Takeouts will be available. For more information call Winn’s church office at 798-5512 or call Cheryl Chadwick at 798-5512, Ext. 26. The Mechanicsville United Methodist Church at 7356 Atlee Road will hold its annual Brunswick Stew and Bake Sale starting at 8 a.m. This year’s event also will include a garage sale. For more information, call the church office at 746-5118. The annual Music in the Old Church choral concert will present the Virginia premiere of “Eternal Light – A Requiem,” by Howard Goodall, at 4:30 and 8 p.m., at Grace and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 8 N. Laurel Street, in Richmond. Tickets are $12 – available at the door or from choir members. Sponsored by Immanuel Episcopal Old Church, the concert will feature professional soloists who will combine their talents with about 80 choir members from over two dozen churches in the Richmond area. The choir will be accompanied by an 11-member professional orchestra. Free parking will be available on request at

the VCU deck at Laurel PTA. The event is located and Main. For more infor- at 10001 Courthouse Rd, mation, visit www.imman- Chesterfield, Va. 23832. ueloc.org or call 779-3454. Saturday Cinema at the Atlee Branch Library The 29th Annual at 1 p.m. Enjoy a great Holiday Bazaar and Craft movie filled with laughter Show will be held in the and adventure for all ages. Lee-Davis High School Popcorn and drinks served. commons from 9-3 pm. Sponsored by the Friends There will be over 60 ven- of the Atlee Library. For dors with Thanksgiving more information call 559& holiday items, jewelry, 0654 or visit the library at candles and more! There 9161 Atlee Road. will also be a bake sale and silent auction. Concessions Arizona Joe’s Pub and will be available. Here’s a Grille and Jimmy Suarez great chance to start your Sr. present Rebecca Lear holiday shopping and sup- Sauvager Cancer Benefit port L-D band too! For at Arizona Joe’s Pub and more information call 852- Grille located at 7526 0017 or email LDCraft@ Mechanicsville Turnpike, comcast.net. Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. The Wednesday, Nov. 17 2010 Teen Game Night cost is $10. Blind Rooster, at Hanover Branch Library GeezR, Alleyways and – 6:30 p.m. - Teens and Avenues, High Groove, tweens, join us for an eve- Cha Cha’s Cadillac, Crush and Little Ozzy will all perning of fun. form. Come out and supThe Friends of the port the cause and have Mechanicsville Library will some fun. There will be hold their next meeting on a raffle for a gift certifiat 6:30 p.m. at the Library. see CALENDAR, pg. 38 ` Please join us.

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