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Caring, sharing goals Hanover remembers of Christmas Mother vets, past and present By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com

s the 2010 Hanover Christmas Mother, Betty Lee Stanley is steadfast in her position on her role: “With the economic stress that is in our country today, there are so many people who are less fortunate than ourselves, so we need to try to help them in any way we can.” “Christmas is a time of caring, of sharing, of giving, and love to our fellow man,” she said. “Any donation you would like to make is greatly appreciated,” she said of the program, which is supervised by the

Doswell Ruritan Club. “Every cent of the money goes to serve other people,” Stanley said of the 301(c)(3) organization’s operation. And, all monies remain in Hanover County. Last year, the Christmas Mother program served almost 700 families and toys were given to 1,361 children. A Montpelier resident, Stanley is honored to have been selected to be the “face” of the giving program. This year, she said, a Christmas Mother kickoff will get under way at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, at the Doswell Community Center, “with bands playing and choral groups singing.” A first for the program, Stanley said, “They’re giving out free food;

see CARING, pg. 4 `

Donations get oﬀ to a good start The 2010 Hanover Christmas Mother program has kicked off, with the first list of donations being released. Contributors are: Laura Aaron, ACB Construction, Glory and James Adams, Marlene Aigner, Beverly and Margaret Alexander, Barbara and George Allanson. Clyde Anderson, Mr. and

Mrs. Joseph Adkins, Ashcake Association for Family and Community Education in memory of Anne McCue (past Hanover Christmas Mother). Jean Atkinson, James Attkisson, Robert Bailie, Patricia Barnhill, Susan Bateman, Robin Beckstoffer, Mary Bergstrom, Earl and Terry Berkley, Bethany

Baptist Church. Billy’s Collectibles, Albert Bishop, Mary and Ralph Breeding, Nancy Brent, Anne Sullivan Boyd, Billy and Marion Boyd, Janette and Marvin Bridges. Deborah and David Brooks, Elsa and Randall Brooks, Nancy and Norman Bugge, James Bunn Jr., Diane see DONATIONS, pg. 8 `

By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local Supporters and friends of Hanover County veterans gathered on Thursday for a poignant celebration of Veterans’ Day at the Hanover Veterans Memorial at the Wayside Park on U.S. 301. All branches of the military services were represented as residents remembered those who served and the many who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Brig. Gen. Karen LeDoux, commander of the 94th Division at Fort Lee, delivered a keynote address emphasizing the sacrifices made by soldiers in times of war and said she is in “awe of their service.” “All over the nation,

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Brig. Gen. Karen LeDoux and Maj. Rusty McGuire prepare to place the memorial wreath.

Americans are gathering today to say thank you to those that to remember and pay tribute to have answered the call of duty,” our veterans. Today is a chance see VETS, pg. 18 `

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Ashton Will honored at event for gifted children Ashton Leigh Will, a student from open September through November. Students Mechanicsville, recently was honored at a then test in the winter and spring. statewide awards ceremony for gifted children The results of these tests give families held by The Johns Hopkins University Center a better idea of a child’s academic talents, for Talented Youth (CTY) in Baltimore, Md. particularly in comparison to the thousands A fourth grader in his second year with of other academically talented students in the CTY, Ashton said he enjoys playing soccer Talent Search. and guitar, being on the Lego Robotics FIRST Students also can earn recognition at team at Mechanicsville Elementary School CTY’s awards ceremonies, and their test and participating in events at Fairmount scores may qualify them for CTY’s sumChristian Church. mer programs and An avid artist distance education and photographer, courses. he said he may In 2006-07 want to become an alone, more than engineer. 73,000 students Ashton was from 19 states honored at an and the District of awards ceremony Columbia particiat the University pated in the Talent of Richmond on Searches offered Oct. 9. through CTY. He was joined About 30 perat the awards cer- ASHTON WILL AND JENNIFER COLL cent of the second emony by his and sixth graders teacher, Jennifer Coll; his parents, Barry Will who tested this winter earned an invitation to and Karen Smith-Will, his brother Alexander CTY’s Awards Ceremony, and about 25 perWill, a two-time Talent Search award winner and now a student at Stonewall Jackson cent of the 7th and 8th grade testers earned an invitation to an Awards Ceremony. Middle School; and his sister Alexa. “With our annual award ceremonies, we’re Coll is in her third year teaching the Will committed to giving these exceptional young children. people a stage on which to recognize their Because she “loops” along with the fourth academic achievements, just as we celebrate graders, she will teach Ashton again in the achievements in athletics or the performing fith grade. arts, ” CTY executive director, Lea Ybarra The ceremony, sponsored by CTY (www. cty.jhu.edu), celebrates exceptional perfor- said. “Their performance places them in the mance on a rigorous, above-grade-level test top tier of students taking these tests, and given to second through eighth grade Talent they certainly deserve acclaim.” Who gets the credit for success? “The Search participants. students, ” Ybarra said. “They possess an acaSeventh and eighth graders took the demic fearlessness and intellectual ability that SAT or ACT, the same tests used for college will benefit their entire generation.” admissions. Leading them to their success, she said, Second through sixth graders took the SCAT, an above-level test scaled for younger are parents and educators. “Parents who support and encourage their children, and teachstudents. Since 1979, CTY has sought the most ers who inspire through their knowledge and academically able elementary- and middle- passion for a subject, create engaged young school students and encouraged their enroll- people who are well prepared to lead and ment in the annual fall CTY Talent Search, shape tomorrow’s world.”

5 EDUCATION Hanover County Public Schools honored with national budget award.

9 COMMUNITY Mechanicsville Miler described as a “huge success.”

44 BUSINESS Atlee claims first regional volleyball trophy.

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Local man to give up 4 of 6 chimps By Katherine Calos Media General News Service Four of the six chimps at Windy Oaks in Hanover County will have to go, under a compliance agreement that holds owner Curtis Shepperson to his original permit for two chimpanzees in his personal menagerie. The Hanover Board of Supervisors had been scheduled last Wednesday night to consider amending Shepperson’s wild-animal permit to allow four chimps on his property near Mechanicsville, but Shepperson withdrew his application because of opposition from neighbors, county staff, law enforcement and others, including People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. County Attorney Sterling Rives said the terms of the agreement give Shepperson two years to find new homes for the four chimps. Two years ago, Windy Oaks had about 125 animals, including monkeys, zebras, kangaroos, camels, deer, parrots, pigs, donkeys, llamas, goats and porcupines. Shepperson occasionally held fundraising events there for groups such as ASK, a childhood cancer-support organization. His original permit to keep wild, exotic or vicious animals was issued about

a dozen years ago, Rives said. It allows two chimpanzees on the property. Last summer, the six chimpanzees escaped from their enclosure. One Four of the six chimps at Windy Oaks in Hanover County will have to go, under a compliance agreement that holds owner Curtis Shepperson to his original permit for two chimpanzees in his personal menagerie. The Hanover Board of Supervisors had been scheduled last night to consider amending Shepperson’s wild-animal permit to allow four chimps on his property near Mechanicsville, but Shepperson withdrew his application because of opposition from neighbors, county staff, law enforcement and others, including People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. County Attorney Sterling Rives said the terms of the agreement give Shepperson two years to find new homes for the four chimps. Two years ago, Windy Oaks had about 125 animals, including monkeys, zebras, kangaroos, camels, deer, parrots, pigs, donkeys, llamas, goats and porcupines. Shepperson occasionally held fundraising events there for groups such as ASK, a childhood cancer-support organization. His original permit to keep wild, exot-

ic or vicious animals was issued about a dozen years ago, Rives said. It allows two chimpanzees on the property. Last summer, the six chimpanzees escaped from their enclosure. One of the males remained out overnight. In the compliance agreement, Shepperson acknowledges that he has violated the permit and agrees to implement all physical safety changes and protocols recommended by Project ChimpCARE in Chicago. Within 30 days, the two male chimps must be sterilized and double locks will be installed on all primary access doors, Rives said. Protocols must be developed for safe entry into the chimp area, as well as for a response to escape and notification of neighbors. More secure windows and doors and a security vestibule must be installed within three to six months. Shepperson will work with Project ChimpCARE and Hanover Animal Control to find new homes for the four chimps within two years. When Shepperson’s request was removed from the agenda, the public hearing also was canceled, but supervisors allowed one representative of opponents to speak.

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Collections will be taken for nonperishable food items and monetary donations which will benefit the Central Virginia Food Bank. Nursery will be provided for ages 3 and under.

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each, plus they get a food certificate from Martin’s.” Continued from pg. 1 b Distribution covers three sections: Mechanicsville/eastadmission is a new toy.” ern Hanover County, Doswell/ After 32 years as a teacher in the Chesterfield and Henrico Ashland and Montpelier/ Rockville/Beaverdam. school districts, Stanley is Stanley’s public appearimpressed by the involvement ance schedule is filling up fast, of Hanover County Public with participation already Schools, which collects cans planned in the Mechanicsville of food. Christmas Parade and Ashland Donations like food Christmas Parade. Interested are sorted at the Doswell groups or individuals can conCommunity Center and pretact her at 883-6417. pared for distribution. Stanley Anyone wanting to help said clothing certificates are with the sorting and placing provided for children ages food in boxes can call Franklin infant to 15. Toys also are given Jones at 876-3644. to children in that age range. Stanley said she looks forSenior citizens receive food ward to an upcoming visit to certificates “so they can either the Slash Christian Church. buy medicine or groceries,” Members “knit 286 stocking Stanley said. “The families caps for children.” They also get two to three boxes of food give gloves to the Christmas

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Mother. “It’s a wonderful service they provide.” A Hanover County native, Stanley and her husband Carson make their home in the house where he was born. Her son Chris Conklin and his wife Jaime have given her “two wonderful grandchildren,” Peyton and Landon. The Conklins live in Ashland. The Stanleys are members of the Doswell Ruritan Club. She has served as Chesapeake District governor, while her husband has been national director. They also are members of the Montpelier, Eastern Henrico and Farrington Ruritan Clubs. Stanley said she is “very active” in her church, Concord Baptist Church, at Frog Level,

where she serves as a deacon. She also has been a Sunday School teacher, children’s choir director, handbell director and pianist. She participates in Patriotic Presentations, a group that travels the East Coast, “giving presentations on the history of our country. We have about 12 to 15 different programs that we do and I’m the pianist for them.” Stanley received her bachelor’s degree from Longwood University and her master’s from VCU. She has served as a docent at Patrick Henry’s home, Scotchtown, and volunteered at the Ashland-Hanover Visitor’s Center. Her favorite pastime is reading and Danielle Steele is her favorite author.

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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor

Attention now turns to 2011 elections Now that the General Election of 2010 has come and gone, we turn our attention to next year — when Hanover County erupts with the sights and sounds of candidates: Sadly, no matter the city, county or state, there is the official who is always a candidate. (Imagine a grimace at this point.) Maybe there is something to be said about term limits — at least that would ease the number of candidates who are always thinking about the next election rather than what’s best for the people he/she serves. With constitutional officers facing the ballot next year, the political wheels are turning as incumbents and challengers gear up for 2011. Been hearing lots of buzz about who will run and who won’t, so expect to read plenty in the coming weeks and months. Whatever changes our country will be experiencing following the Nov. 2 election, we must look ahead to impacts in our own county. So, for next year, the best advice is simple: Be informed — and get to know the candidates.

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Thanks for helping with JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes On Sunday, Sept. 19, our family participated in our third Walk to Find a Cure for Type I Diabetes. The 11th annual event sponsored by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) welcomed a record crowd of almost 4,000 people. The event is extremely fortunate to have the support of dedicated individuals who walk, fund raise and volunteer as part of the JDRF Family. A huge thank you to the folks at the Mechanicsville store of Channello’s Pizza. After seeing our daughter’s fundraising video on YouTube, they contacted us wanting to know how they could get involved. Without hesitation, they took on an enormous task of donating 300 pizzas for the event. It was not an easy order to fill, staying up half the night and even delivering the last

of the hot pizzas to the walk site themselves. “Thank you” does not even come close to letting them know how much we appreciate their generosity and supsee LETTERS, pg. 8 `

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VANTAGE POINT a newsletter for the patrons & friends of Lee-Davis High School Volume 23, No. 4

Message from the Principal The fi rst nine weeks ended at Lee-Davis High School on November 5, 2010. Report cards were distributed on November 12, 2010 and parent teacher conferences will be held November 18, 2010. Conference day is an early dismissal day for our students. All students in grades 9-11 who had their photos taken in September have received a photo identification card, courtesy of Candid Color. The card contains a library bar code that allows them to scan into the library system by swiping their card in front of the card reader, saving time for both the students and the library staff, and providing an additional security measure for all students. Students who had school pictures taken on the make up date will receive theirs later this fall. Our 52nd BETA and NHS induction ceremony was held on

GOOD NEWS AND CELEBRATIONS … Congratulations to the 2010-11 SODAs, a group of students who serve as role models to fourth-grade students in our corridor elementary schools. Each SODA is part of a team that helps to teach lessons on character, ethics and attitudes to their classes and has undergone a stringent screening process to participate in the program: Hana Adhami, Rebecca Arrington, Hannah Card, Morgan Carlton, Camryn Clevenger, Kristin Cox, Sean Cronley,Melissa Davis, Liz Doninni, Caleb Ebert, Abigail Elliot, Alex Elliot, Caleb Evans, Alinia Fazio, Lacey Franklin, Matthew Franklin, Courtney Goodloe, Cameron Gordon, Katie Grimesey, Lauren Guridy, Courtney Hostetler, Ben Jarret, Bayley Johnson, Ellen Joyce, Julie Kusnerik, Lorien Lambert, Madison Lewis, Ariel Libbon, Spencer Lumpkin, Kaylen McGhee, Sara Messere, Kim Mitchell, Joey Newton, Chrissie Norman, Alexa Oswald, Anar Panjwani, Kelsey Paylor, Samantha Perkins, Ash-Lee Petty, Rachel ,Prestipino, Naveed Quaterman, Christine Rivas, Savannah Scheerer, Rachel Shrull, Valerie Smith, Eric Stewart, Meghan Trice, Lauren Vickers, Jennifer Vieni and Shelby Wingold. THE POWER OF ONE: “Charity begins at home” is certainly the motto that Cadet Hannah Blanco lives by. Through her own initiative, Cadet Blanco received permission through her local church to launch “Operation Gingerbread” that ensured that our military personnel received very special Christmas gifts from home last year. She single-handedly performed all the preparatory work, advertising and coordination of donations with limited assistance. Despite some challenges in shipping care packages overseas, Cadet Blanco used all resources at her disposal, the making of a true leader. Finally, she was able to elicit the assistance of Ms. Ellen Malloy, the local USO coordinator our local USO at Richmond International Airport, “Operation Gingerbread” was a resounding success. Cadet Blanco embodies the core values of the NJROTC program: citizenship, patriotism, and selfless service. Job Very Well Done! The NJROTC Booster meetings take place at 7:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month. Parents and supporters are invited to attend. Congratulations to the following students who were accepted into the National Beta Club: Alexandra Armbrecht, Rebecca Arrington, Lauren Blankenship, Robert Blankenship, Melony Bosdell, Ashley Bowles, Joshua Brown, John Burrows, Zachary Carroll, Rachel Chudoba, Anna Clascock, Travis Cook, Robert Creger, Erin Cronley, Chris Croston, Elizabeth Donnini, Savannah Dotson, Kathryn Duggan, Geoffrey Duke, Caleb Ebert, Emily Edwards, Nena Evans, Caroline Franklin, Matthew Robert Garner, Frank Gerloff, Montasia Golden, Katie Grimesey, Lauren Guridy, Kimberly Hall, Rebekah Hayashi, Amanda Hogue, Courtney Hostettler, Paul Hudnall, John Brie Jackson, Benjamin Jarrett, Bayley Johnson, Brianna Johnson, Libbie Johnson, Scott Lohmann, Taylor Loomis, Jessica Lyon, Eadi Maksad, Sara Messere, Elizabeth Mills, Gerard Mitchell, Kimberly Mitchell, Daryll Morgan, Jennifer Newcomb, Michael Panton, Kelsey Paylor,

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF TRADITION AND PRIDE! November 9, 2010 and 68 new members joined the ranks of BETA as well as 56 new NHS members. We congratulate all new members of these organizations and look forward to their upholding the ideals and goals that both of these national organizations put forth. Following the Thanksgiving weekend, students will return to school on Monday, November 29, 2010. This is a “B” instructional day. Also, please be reminded that opportunities to retake an SOL exam will occur during the week of December 1 – 10, 2010. Any student who failed an SOL but passed the course is required to participate in the remediation recovery program and mandatory tutoring sessions. This includes any end-ofcourse SOL test. Tutorial programs are also available before and after school and for English, math, science and social studies courses. Please contact Gretchen Marr, testing coordinator for more information. December 1-10 is also the testing window for

Samantha Perkins, Colton Powell, Bethany Pursel, Samantha Reed, Mark Reisenweaver, Krystalee Revanna, Tiffany Reynolds, Brittany Savage, Savannah Scheerer, Chelsea Shipp, Taylor Singleton, Patrick Sivils, Shelby Smith, Julia Snipes, Rachel Thinnes, Bonny Turnage, Lauren Vickers and Jennifer Vieni. Inspired by Aristotle’s statement “Educating the mind without educating the heart is meaningless,” the Lee-Davis Beta Club has begun a new program called “Beyond the Classroom: BuiLDing Our World Together.” In this program students will be able to attend sessions during their study hall to hear stories of inspiration, leadership, achievement, overcoming obstacles, honesty, integrity, accountability and friendships from people in our community. All topics are geared to strengthen one’s character. In October, as a response to the heroic work of those involved in the rescue of the Chilean miners and as inspiration to set their goals high when working on scientific research projects, a movie day was offered in which the students watched October Sky on the big screen of the auditorium. December will bring an opportunity to hear stories from Holocaust survivors. Rena Berlin from the Virginia Holocaust Museum will also join us to talk about leadership and tolerance of others. Elliot Jenkins from C+F Bank will work with students in February on basic financial planning. Students will play a game of “life” and see how well they are able to manage their funds. April will bring Matt Pulisic from Ashland Physical Therapy to talk about his experience in Haiti as a member of a medical team that visited the country shortly after the devastating earthquake. At this same time, our own students will share their stories of mission trips to other countries and areas of the United States in which they were able to use their talents to help others. The Beta Club is already gearing up plans for the 2011 – 2012 school year. If you or members of your company feel you have something to offer our students or if you have any questions regarding this program, contact Renee Reisenweaver, Beta Club Advisor at rreisenweaver@hcps.us. 2010 National Honor Society inductees are Benjamin Aaron, Lauren Aicholtz, Jessica Aicholtz, Nicholas Anspach, Hannah Blanco, Aleah Boisseau, Morgan Carlton, Zachary Carroll, Hannah Chenault, Travis Cook, Dustin Crayton, Erin Cronley, Melissa Davis, Elizabeth Donnini, William Dowdy, Ryan Dudley, Geoffrey Duke, Nena Evans, Joshua Gardner, Frank Gerloff, Corey Gilbert, Anna Glascock, Montasia Golden, Courtney Goodloe, Carmeron Gordon, Emily Hall, Rebekah Hayashi, Amanda Hogue, Courtney Hostetler, Brie Jackson, Benjamin Jarrett, Brianna Johnson, Ellen Joyce, Azeemali Kabani, Chase Keech, Nicole Kirkwood, Jessica Lewis, Holly Longest, Gerard Mitchell, Daryll Morgan, Michael Panton, Erin Paolino, Henry Parsley, Kelsey Paylor, Samantha Perkins, Rachel Prestipino, Bethany Pursel, Samantha Reed, Max Rettig, Christine Rivas, Valerie Smith, Julia Snipes, Sarah Troxel, Cody Uliasz, Alexander Vela and Lauren Vickers. Best wishes to all our talented and hard-working students!

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our fi rst Benchmark tests. All students taking an SOL tested course will take a Benchmark Assessment. The assessment provides teachers with valuable information regarding student learning that will guide instruction in the upcoming weeks. In closing, a sincere Congratulations! is extended to all our fall sports team for a successful season. Thank you for representing our school with pride and a tradition of good sportsmanship. Winter sports practices began this month and we look forward to a successful sports season. As always, please check our online calendar at www.highschoolsports.net for the most current school scheduling information and sign up for the e-mail connection to have updated school news bulletins and school closing information delivered to your e-mail address. Respectfully, Carol Moore, Principal

LEE-DAVIS HIGH SCHOOL – DEC 2010 Please see our complete online calendar at highschoolsports.net for up-to-the-minute schedules

FINE ARTS NEWS . . . Sheilah BeVille, art teacher, has an exhibit called Five Mile Radius currently on display at Art Works in Richmond. It is a series of oil and acrylic paintings derived from the Hanover County landscape within a five mile radius of her home. Mrs. BeVille says, “I’m interested in the relationship between the lines and shapes of objects within the confines of a compositional space. More importantly, I’m interested in how these places and objects document the community’s journey from rural farm land to suburban neighborhoods and strip malls.. In some ways the growth of a community is like creating a painting. Progress changes the landscape with structures and lines much like the marks of a brush or the scrape of a palette knife. It is the art within which we live.” Don’t forget – the Lee-Davis Players will open their Theatre Season with Greater Tuna on November 18, 19, and 20. Curtain is at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, and 7:00 p.m.on Friday and Saturday. Admission is $5.00 and tickets will be sold at the door. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.on Thursday and at 6:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Performers: Break a Leg! The Lee-Davis Players traveled to Reston, Virginia to attend the Virginia Theatre Association’s (VTA) state conference and spent the weekend attending theatre workshops and viewing competitive high school theatre. Nine seniors auditioned for college programs for acting and musical theatre performance: one of the largest numbers from any high school in the state. All nine were called-back for one or more competitive programs, and most for three or more programs. L-D seniors were regarded by the college adjudicators as one of the most consistently talented groups at the auditions. College representatives commented on not only on the breadth of talent displayed by our seniors but also on their professional behavior and appearance. Congratulations to these seniors: Amanda Chisholm, Brittany Gifford, Eryn Mann, Shelby Smith, Teddy Blue, Jayson Williams, Michael Thibodeau, Donald Evans, and Kyle Brent.

F.Y.I. . . . Parents and community members are invited to join Carol Moore for the second Principal’s Coffee and Conversation: at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, November 19. In addition to topics that parents may raise, Director of Guidance Jessica Vogt will answer questions about the registration process. Coffee and Conversations will take place in the Faculty Dining Room. The Lee-Davis FFA is conducting its annual fruit and nut sale now through November 19. Delivery is scheduled for the week of December 6. Please contact Jessica Kreye at 7232245 or jkreye@hcps.us for more information or to place an order. Thank you for your support! Plan now for semester examinations! Please note that students must take the examination in order to pass the course, and that there are no early dismissals during the exam period. Secondary schools are dismissed at 1:15 each exam day. More detailed information will be provided in January. The exam schedule is as follows: January 24 (A1 and A3); January 25 (B2 and B4); January 26 (A2 and A4) and January 27 (B3 and B1).

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

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Opponent PHHS PHHS PHHS PHHS Sub-Varsity Meet Tournament King William King William vs. King William Hopewell Tournament Atlee Atlee Tournament v. Greensville Highland Springs Highland Springs Highland Springs Highland Springs Tri-Meet @ Armstrong: “Holocaust Survivors” Maggie Walker GS Maggie Walker GS Sub-Varsity Alliance Deep Run Maggie Walker GS Maggie Walker GS “Holocaust Survivors” J R Tucker J R Tucker J R Tucker J R Tucker Glen Allen Dinwiddie Glen Allen Deep Run & Goochland Armstrong Armstrong Armstrong Sub-Varsity Alliance Armstrong LDHS Holiday Classic PHHS PHHS (Make-Up Day) LDHS Southerner Classic

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Responding to separation issue In response to Mr. Reichert’s letter in the Nov. 3, 2010, edition, let me first say that you got the caption wrong. It should have been, “Separation clause Christianized”, for that’s what Mr. Reichert’s misinterpretation of the First Amendment actually is. He also continues to confuse the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. No, Bob, the words “wall of separation” are not part of the text of the First Amendment. However, the concept of a wall of separation between religion and state first appeared not in Jefferson’s letter to the Baptist

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and Dick Burgess, Paul Byrnes, Alice and Harry Caccia. Barbara and David Camper, Carter Properties, W.A. Cauthorn, Willie Chappell, Lillian Chenault, Jimmy Cherry, Albert Christiansen,Jr., Garnet Christoph, Robert Clarke, Tom and Linda Clark. Christine Colvin, Lorena and Richard Coates, Janet Cobb, Stuart and Barbara Cook, Beverley Cosby, Dorothy and John Cox, Shirley and Harold Crisp, Verna and Leroy Crowder, Bill, Joyce and Julia Czerniakiewicz in memory of Ed Czerniakiewicz. Susan Darling, Colene and John Deacon, Ed and Iris DeFord, Dorothy Delvecchio, Altamont and Margaret Dickerson, Barbara Dixon, Doswell Women’s Club (founder of Hanover Christmas Mother), Frank and Virginia Dressler, Annie Dunkum,. James and Jane Durbin, Claire and A.B. Durham, Edith and James Durrett, Verna Durvin, Margaret and Gene Eaves, Earnest Eddleton, Enon United Methodist Women, Betty Elmore, Farrington Ruritan Bingo, Joyce Flagg, Frank Flippo, T. Nelson Flippo. Katherine Flowers, Joan Floyd, Jean Francis, Clay Springs Ruritan, Thomas Fritter, MG Fulghum-Palmer, Joseph and Ruth Giles, Lois Giles, Martin and Patricia Giles, Tom and Esther Gilman, Felicia and William Glave, Richard Goodman. Mary and Bob Grattan, Bettie and Robert Grose, Norita Guild, Cary Hall, Melvin Hall, Virginia Hall, Lois Hatch,

congregation as is commonly believed — it was mentioned years earlier in the Federalist Papers, by the father of the constitution, James Madison. The founding fathers’ writings — not only Jefferson’s famous letter but many, many others by all of the major players — make it completely clear to anyone capable of studying history with an open mind that the idea of a wall of separation was exactly what the founders intended — and is why that sentence is called the Separation clause of the First Amendment. This is not what many Christians want to hear, nor is it what the churches prefer to preach, but it is historically factual. All of the lies and misinformation spread by those with a

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religious view to push doesn’t change history. (Oh, and I watched the debate you mentioned; Mr. Coons’ quotation of the First Amendment in his debate with Ms. O’Donnell was accurate. He did not reference the “wall of separation” phrase, but instead quoted the first sentence of the Amendment as written when he quoted to her the part of the Constitution she clearly did not know. That Ms. O’Donnell did not know that is but one example of how woefully unqualified she is to hold high public office, and typifies most conservative’s ignorance and misinformation about the founding of our country.) see LETTERS, pg. 13 `

memory of Brandon Islip, Ethel Sketchley. Jean Skinner, Michael Skinner, Richard and Sandra Shirey, Norman J. Sklar Inc., Zula Slusser, G.M. Slater, Gladys Smith, Jay and Linda Small, Katherine Small, George and Connie Smith, James and Ruth Smith, Jim and Eleanor Smith. Katherine Smith, Dorothy Southworth, Doris and Willard Spicer, Carolyn Simpkins, Gary and Mary Spruill, Andrew and Mona Stahling, Gladys and Ernest Stanley, Laura Stanley, Frances and Robert Stansbury, Carol and James Stevenson. Edward and Robbin Stiles, Joseph and Elizabeth Stiles, Harold Stills, Studley Ruritan Club, John Talley Motors Inc., Sally Talley, Wayne and Deborah Tennent, Page Thompson, Mary Helen Thurston, Richard Thurston, Touch Points Public Relations. TRIO Fasteners Inc., Margaret Tucker, Margaret Tudor, Beverly Loving Vaughan, Peggy and Robert Vaughan, Margaret and Stuart Wade, Dale Waldrop in honor of Judy and Bobby Chiles, Barbara and Keith Waldrop. Walnut Grove Baptist Church, Deborah Ward, Norman Warinner, Gwendolyn Weinberg, Louise West, Mary Wiblin, G.M. Williams, Betty and Russell Williams, Catherine Willis, Mary and James Winters, Helen Wood. Wayne and Sandy Wood in loving memory of our dear parents, Arthur and Carolyn Campbell and Emmett and Alma Wood, Patricia Young, and Jeannine and Beverley Yowell. Donations may be made to: Hanover Christmas Mother, P.O. Box 39, Doswell VA 23047.

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And they’re off! In the photo above, enthusiastic participants in the Mechanicsville Miler started the race at Mechanicsville Elementary School. At right, the winners of the 3-mile awards were from left, Ashton Herndon, Haley Williams, Alicia Todd and Brent Swiney.

Mechanicsville Miler called a ‘huge success’ Once again, the Mechanicsville Miler — hosted by Mechanicsville Elementary School — has been described as a “huge success.” Held on Oct. 30, 222 runners and walkers of all ages and ability levels participated in the 3-mile race, enjoying a course that began and ended at MES and passed through surrounding neighborhoods.

Eighty-eight students sprinted to the finish in the 1-mile fun run and the 100-yard dash. The 3-mile awards went to overall winners Brent Swiney (18:15) and Alicia Todd (23:07) and 12 and under winners Haley Williams (38:14) and Ashton Herndon (28:09). The 1-mile medals went to Reilly Ball (8:10) and Zachary Chessor (7:

23). Principal Amy Woodward said school and community support was outstanding. She thanked the dedicated faculty and staff who organized the event, parent and community volunteers, and the 51 sponsors. Woodward gave special thanks to the gold level sponsors: Bargain Boutique & Giggle Me Green, Bath

Fitter, Brad’s Automotive, Bennett’s Funeral Home, ChemTreat, Houston Electric Contractors, IBEW Local 666, Isshin Ryu Karate, K&B Tattooing, River City Recovery, Target Marketing, and TBL Networks. Participants also enjoyed a Health and Fitness Fair, and more than 40 businesses contributed to a Silent Auction.

Assistant principal Alicia Todd said the event “showcases our fantastic school, family and community support, and commitment to fitness while allowing us to raise funds for special projects for our school.” For complete race results, photos and sponsor listings, visit the school’s website at http://hcps2.hanover.k12. va.us/mes/.

Basic Needs Program to be presented to Ashcake Woman’s Club Ashcake Woman’s Club will present The Basic Needs Program by Richard Hubbard at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18, at the Vineyard Christian Fellowship at 12290 Washington

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals Callie, Graham and Emory Smith. Ray graduated from Warwick High School, attended Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School and received his BA in economics from Randolph-Macon College. He was an enthusiastic member of Tau Chapter, Phi Kappa Sigma, and had many cherished memories of his alma mater and fraternity. Throughout his life, he was an avid participant in sports. He was a stand-out backcourt player in basketball for Warwick High School, N.N. Shipbuilding Apprentice School, N.N. Blue Devils and RMC. He was also an avid fisherman, skier and tennis player, had a deep appreciation for music and had a lifelong love of the Chesapeake Bay where he was fortunate to have a “Rivah” home. During a 40year career in the financial Ray T. Benton Jr., 76, of field, he was vice president with Virginia Federal SavAshland, passed away Nov. ings & Loan, mortgage offi11, 2010 after a couracer with Virginia First Savgeous battle with cancer. ings Bank and BB&T. Ray Born July 23, 1934 in was involved in community Newport News, for over service activities, especially 50 years, he was proud to those associated with youth call Hanover County his sports, and was a dedicated home. He was preceded supporter of RMC. Though in death by parents, Ray extended illness changed and Margaret Benton, and his usual active lifestyle, he son, Scott Benton. He is never lost his appreciation survived by wife, Patricia for his dear family, RMC Benton; daughter, Pamela sports and the humorous Gurley (Bill) of Lancaster; son, Wesley Benton side of life. Most of all he cherished his 10 years with (Michelle) of Glen Allen; brother, Dwight Benton of adored wife, Pat. A memorial service will be held in Newport News; stepsons, Randolph-Macon Alumni Philip Smith (Sherry) of Gym on Friday, Nov. 19, Savannah, Ga. and Dr. Michael Smith (Jennifer) of 2010 at 2 p.m. Memorial Kenbridge; grandchildren, gifts may be made to RanMacon and Hunter Gurley, dolph-Macon College Yellow Jacket Club or ChesaSarah and Allison Benton; peake Bay Foundation. and step-grandchildren,

Frances M. Armstrong, 93, of Mechanicsville, passed away Monday, Nov. 8, 2010. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Louise LaTuga of New York. She is survived by her son, James M. Armstrong and wife, Carol, of Florida; daughter, Patricia A. Carter of Mechanicsville; grandchildren, Donna Olsen, Scott Armstrong, Mary Jane Evans, Debra Powell, Robert Ferber and Lisa Gelderman; and eight great-grandchildren; niece, Louise Schaedler; nephew, Frank Solitto; and great-niece, Tracey Magner. The family received friends Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee Davis Rd. Funeral Mass was celebrated Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010 at Church of the Redeemer Catholic Church. Graveside services were held at Signal Hill.

Dorothy Cox Eborn, of Hanover, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Eborn. She is survived by two daughters, Sherry Eborn-Fovel (Brian) and Connie Goodman (Bill); three grandchildren, Jennifer Bennett (Bruce), Elizabeth Storelli and Lee Goodman (Courtney); five great-grandchildren, Joshua, Justin, Anthony, Naomi Dot and Gabriel William; and two sisters, Naomi Boyd and Geraldine Scott. Dorothy was a retired employee of the Accounting Department of Sears Roebuck & Company. The family received friends on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 at Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, Va. Funeral services were held on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010 at Poplar Springs Baptist Church, 5270 Charles City Road, Richmond, Va. Graveside services followed at Washington Memorial Park, Sandston, Va. Contributions may be made to Poplar Springs Baptist Church, Children’s Ministries, where Dorothy was a member for over 50 years.

in Mechanicsville, Va. He was a member of Scottish Rite and Legion of Honor ACCA Shrine. The family received friends Monday, Nov. 15, 2010 at Bliley’s - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. Graveside services were held Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at Riverview Cemetery.

Nancy S. Kouri, left us to be with her beloved George on Nov. 7, 2010. She is survived by a brother, James R. Pigg and wife, Jean; sister, Bev Chipouras and husband, Pete; nieces, Patsy, Jennifer, Betsy and husband, Mark; nephews, Jimmie and wife, Angela, Michael and wife, Angie; six great-nieces, 12 great-nephews, four great-great-nieces, three great-great-nephews and dear friends, Caryl and Mami.

Paul Alan Marquis, 69, of Ruther Glen, passed away on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Paula D. Marquis; four daughters, Margaret E. Marquis, Catherine V. Marquis, Shamin L.D. Marquis and Tara Kern; two sons; Charles Boswell and James Boswell; a son-in-law, Robert K. Morton; one brother, Gregory G. Marquis; a sister-in-law, Donna Walker Hutson Farmer, Marquis. He is also survived “Hut”, 89, passed away on by eight grandchildren. Paul Nov. 12, 2010. He was preserved his country in the U.S. ceded in death by his wife, Marines during Vietnam. Inez Dowdy Farmer. He is The family received friends survived by a brother, Byrd on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at Farmer and his wife, Becky; Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid sister, Marguerite Farmer Chapel, 412 S. Washington Carlson; sisters-in-law, Lou- Hwy., Ashland. A Mass of the ise and Barbara Farmer; and Resurrection will be held 11 many nieces and nephews. a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010 He was a World War II Navy in St. Anne’s Catholic Church, veteran and Past Master Ashland. Graveside services of Washington and Henry were private. Lodge No. 344 AF&AM

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Lawrence Witcher of Glen Allen and Curtis Brooks of Continued from pg. 10 b Richmond; and a host of Sherry Witcher Robinson, other relatives and friends. The family received friends surrounded by her loving at the Henry W. Dabney sons, went to be with the Funeral Home, 518 N. Lord Saturday, Nov. 6, Washington Hwy., Ashland, 2010. She was preceded in death by her mother, Helen Va. 23005, where public R. Witcher. She is survived viewing was held Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010. Funeral serby her father, George T. vices were held Friday, Nov. Witcher; two sons, Aaron 12, 2010, at First Union and Jamaal Robinson of Upper Marlboro, Md.; three Baptist Church, Mechanicsville, Va. Graveside services sisters, Darlene Johnson were held in the church of Upper Marlboro, Md., cemetery. Debra Strother of Glen Allen, Va., and Bridget Witcher of Richmond, Percy F. Satterwhite Jr., Va.; two brothers-in-law, 60, of Ruther Glen, died John Strother of Glen AlSunday, Nov. 7, 2010 at his len and Chuck Johnson; home. He had retired from two grandchildren, Erin Verizon in Ashland. Surviand Jordan Robinson of vors include his daughters, Upper Marlboro, Md.; two Billie Satterwhite of Richaunts, Vernell Giles and mond and Faye Ayers of Bertha Lewis of Mechanic- Mechanicsville; his brother, sville, Va.; and two uncles, Michael Satterwhite; his

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chanicsville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Buford and Mollie E. Hooks; and was also preceded in death by her son, William H. Spell of Richmond; and a brother, Frederick D. Hooks, Cmdr. U.S. Navy Ret. She is survived by her devoted husband of 66 years, Billie C. Spell, Capt. U.S. Navy Ret.; a daughter, Susan Abrahamson and her husband, Dale; a daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Spell of Richmond; grandchildren, Katherine Louise Abrahamson, Eliza Spell, Molly Spell and Ashley Spell and her husband, Chris Einolf; great-grandchildren, Beatrice Spell and Henry Spell. Her love story with her husband began when they met on a Railways bus ride from San Diego to Long Beach, where it was love at first sight and 38 days later, they were married. A memorial service was held on Monday, Nov. 15, 2010 at Covenant Woods, 7090 Covenant Woods Dr., Mechanicsville. In lieu of

Mildred Spencer Van Tuyle, age 89, of Glen Allen, died Nov. 8, 2010. Mildred was born in Abington Township, Pa., on June 2, 1921, and lived most of her life in Harding, Pa. She moved to Richmond in 1993 to be closer to family. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Leon Van Tuyle. She is survived by two daughters, Noreen Flaherty and her husband, William, and Nadeen Van Tuyle and her husband, Gilbert Feinberg; and son, Glenn Van Tuyle and his wife, Patricia; and grandchildren, Cynthia Pauley and her husband, Ray, Jessica Van Tuyle and her husband, Shawn Borich, Scott Sharpe and his wife, Donell, Paul Van Tuyle and his wife, Ruth, Tripp Westbrook and his wife, Michelle and Cabell Westbrook; and 11 greatgrandchildren, Jessica Pauley, Chance Pauley, Bailey Sharpe, Alea Sharpe, Jac Borich, Hope Van Tuyle, Aaron Van Tuyle, Hollyn Borich, Mark Van Tuyle, Kaitlin Westbrook and Riley Westbrook. Mildred was

a warm and loving mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. She was an avid reader, a knowledgeable birder, nutrition expert, extraordinary cook and self-taught seamstress. She loved attending music and sports events involving her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who all knew her as “Mimi.” A ceremony celebrating her life was held Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010 at Westhampton Memorial Park Chapel Mausoleum at 10000 Patterson Ave., Richmond, Va. 23238. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to the Central Virginia Food Bank, 1415 Rhoadmiller Street, Richmond, Va. 23220.

Barbara VanCura, age 72, of 8609 Freestone Ave., Richmond, died Nov. 9, 2010. She is survived by her husband, George VanCura; her daughter, Kathie Longbricco; a beloved granddaughter, Kimberly; and a brother, Richard Bradley of Tennessee. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010 at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 9000 St. Martins Lane, Richmond,

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Denise Baylor Winfield , departed this life suddenly on Nov. 3, 2010 at MCV Hospital in Richmond, Va. She is survived by a devoted daughter, Tinika Baylor; a son, Brandon Winfield; her husband, Randy Winfield; one brother, Kyle Johnson; her father, Jerome Baylor; three grandchildren, two godchildren, one niece, one nephew, and a host of other relatives and friends. The family received friends at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005 on Monday, Nov. 8, 2010. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at Second Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Graveside services were held at Signal Hill Memorial Park.

Lee Word, “Dick”, of Wake Forest, N.C., departed this life Nov. 5, 2010. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Barbara T. Word of Wake Forest, N.C.; daughter, Misty M. Word of Vernon, Conn.; two sisters, one brother, and countless other relatives and friends. Family received friends at the Owens Funeral Services, 104 Green Chimney Ct., Ashland, Va. Funeral services were Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 at the Friendship Chapel Baptist Church, Wake Forest, N.C. Graveside services were held Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010 Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen, Va. www. owensfuneralservices.com.

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The other fallacy you keep buying into, Bob, is the idea that the founding fathers were almost exclusively Christians and Jews. In fact, some were Christian, yes, but as many were Deists, and others were agnostics and free-thinkers of various stripes. The lone reference to “Nature and nature’s God” in the Declaration was carefully chosen to encompass all of the common faiths of the time, several of which were decidedly not Judeo-Christian; there are exactly zero references to God in the Constitution, and only two to religion in any form (the prohibition of a religious test for any government job, and the First Amendment) nor are there any references in any of the documents to Jesus or any of the other trappings specific to Christianity. On the contrary, the widelyheld view in historical circles today is that Franklin was an atheist. That bible you mentioned Jefferson carrying? He wrote it himself, because he couldn’t abide the miracles and other nonsensical parts of the Bible. Madison and Washington and Hamilton all made it plain how fearful they were of the same sort of state-church atrocities that had gone on not only in England, but right in their own back yard with the atrocities perpetrated by some of the Puritan groups and others. These men were astute politicians, but they were also intelligent, open-minded and very aware of their recent history — which is more than can be said for many voters around here. Bob, I understand that your need to believe in something larger than yourself drives you to accept nonsense as fact. And I will always defend your rights to believe as you like and speak your mind. But that applies to

me as well, and as long as people try to peddle your sort of revisionist silliness, I will continue to point out how the emperor has no clothes. Steve Sneed Mechanicsville

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I’m not sure where to start! Typically I read the editorials and absorb that which is said by all sides of the argument de jour, but after reading the Nov. 3 edition, there were too many folks grasping at too little and then stretching it to make a point. First, why is it that any cartoon or criticism of our president ends up being deemed “racist”? I have learned over my lifetime that judging, and especially prejudging anyone, is wrong. The way to learn about a person’s character and integrity is to examine the character and integrity of those people with whom he chooses to surround himself, and then study his actions and reactions when challenged. Our president has chosen known communist and Marxist thinking people to make up his administration. I can easily elaborate but it would take a

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M.L. Bell Construction of Ashland recently received the honor of being named the 2010 Hanover County Business of the Year Award by the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce. The award was presented for M.L. Bell’s “significant impact on the Greater Richmond regions’s economy, contributions to the community, contributions to the lives of their employees and innovation in their industry.” M.L. Bell was founded in 2003 as a commercial general contractor. The company was recognized for having “strategically persevered through an economic

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The Hanover Arts & Activities Center (HAAC), continuing with its many green initiatives, is having a Funky and Fabulous Recycled Online Art Auction. The auction got under way on Saturday, Nov. 13, and will be available until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20. Recycled masterpieces in person from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13, during Train Day at HAAC at 500 S. Center St. in Ashland. All proceeds will support the Hanover Arts & Activities Center, a 501c3 organization. Details are available at www. hanoverarts.org. Photo submitted by Faith Boyle For more information, A windchime is among the call 798-2728 or email info@ items being offered in HAAC’s hanoverarts.org. online auction.

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Christian school to host open house With the mission, “To Know God and Make Him Known,” Classical Conversations (CC) in Mechanicsville provides a learning opportunity for students and parents. The school, which provides a positive, rigorous Christian education, is a national home educating movement. It builds upon the classical model of grammar, dialectic and rhetoric stages in which students are given age-appropriate instruction in a well-rounded, engaging program. Early years’ instruction focuses on memorization and comprehension, while older students learn to analyze and apply what they have learned to a variety of contexts. The foundation’s program provides instruction grades pre-kindergarten through 6 and emphasize facts from history, geography, Latin, English grammar, math, science and the arts. Students also develop oral presentation skills, learn Bible verses, and participate in weekly sci-

ence projects. The Essentials program is geared toward 4th through 6th graders and provides a rigorous English grammar program, as well as systematic writing instruction. For older students, the Challenge program includes instruction in Latin, literature, science, history, geography, the arts and logic. The Mechanicsville location offers classes for 12- to 15-year-olds, with plans to expand next year. Future high school classes also will include the study of Spanish and Christian apologetics. For more information, CC of Mechanicsville is hosting an open house from 9:10 a.m. to noon on Monday, Nov. 22, at the Mechanicsville Christian Center. For program or curriculum information, visit www.classicalconversations.com. For local information, or to RSVP to the open house, contact Jennifer Adkins, CC Mechanicsville director, at ccmech@me.com or 512-5808.

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branches and representing numerous struggles of the past. Continued from pg. 1 b They all had a story to tell. Joe Nuckols was in the she said. LeDoux said the sacrifice middle of Pearl Harbor when continues today in various por- all hell broke loose on Dec. tions of the world, and recog- 7. William “Snapper” Harris nized the families of those servicemen. “It’s not only our veterans who have answered our nation’s call to duty, but also our veterans’ families,” she said. “These individuals may not carry a rifle on their shoulder, but they have carried the weight of worry. They carry that burden until their loved one returns home.” LeDoux said military service members have served all over the world in some of the most challenging positions. “Our veterans have crouched Jim Ridolphi for The Local in the many trenches of Europe, William “Snapper” Harris wore confronted the enemy on the his World War II uniform. rocky crests of the Italian Alps and struggled up the sandy beaches of Normandy. They’ve of Mechanicsville was on the frozen through the bitter win- beaches at Normandy as Allied ters in the mountains of Korea, forces reclaimed a conquered Bosnia and Kosovo and steamed Europe. Harris showed his allegiance in the jungles of Vietnam, Panama and the Philippines,” by donning the same uniform he wore more than 60 years LeDoux said. The audience was filled with ago. Jack Ward, co-founder of the veterans from all the military

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Hanover Veterans Committee, led the crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance. VFW Post 9808 provided the military honors for those who served and those who never returned, including a solemn wreath laying and the playing of Taps. John Hubbard, a paratrooper with the 101st Airborne on D-Day, and Buddy Kelly joined LeDoux in laying a memorial wreath at the base of the memorial, which opened in 2007. Dr. Gary Stewart of the Beaverdam Baptist Church opened the service with an invocation, and church member Amy Stewart delivered a moving rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. Brig. Gen. William Jones served as the master of ceremonies for the tribute. LeDoux reminded the group that the mission continues, and many are still answering a call of duty that is as old as the nation itself. “While the mission and location of the theatre of operations may have changed from generation to generation, throughout the world, our veterans are the ones who have answered their nation’s call.”

Benefit to support Greens A pancake breakfast and balloon release will be held at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18, at the Fairfield Presbyterian Church on Cold Harbor Road as a show of support for Scott and Jean Green. On Aug. 14, Lyla Ann Green arrived – after much elation and preparation for the addition to the family. Sadly, she did not survive. The Greens have what is described as “a never-faltering faith in God.” To help the couple through this difficult time, several events are planned for Dec. 18, ranging from a bake sale to a Christmas Gift Auction. Organizers are hoping Santa Claus will make an appearance, so children are invited.

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Those wanting to support the Greens, but are unable to participate on Dec. 18, can send an e-mail to breakfastforacause@gmail.com and put “Donation” in the address line for further instruction. Tickets for the event are now on sale at $10 per person and can be purchased from Amber Joyce at Dr. Haden and Dr. Elrod Office Building at 7516 Right Flank Rd. in Mechanicsville and West Store at 4225 Mechanicsville Turnpike. Those planning to attend also can send an e-mail and a ticket will be held at will call the day of the event. For more information, call Amber Joyce at 687-0085.

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Bank to host Business After Hours A Business After Hours Social will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17, at Union First Market Bank at 9665 Sliding Hill Road in Ashland. Catering will be provided by Colony Club Catering, a division of Homemades by Suzanne. These Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce networking events usually attract more than 100 people.

Members are encouraged to invite a guest or bring a valued customer. The cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. If you are a new member in 2010, there’s no entry fee; and if you sponsored a new member in 2010, your admission is free. For more information, including registration, contact the HABCC at 798-8130 or habcc@ habcc.com.

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Seat belt use leads to APD honor Shanna Penley received the Virginia Saved by the Belt Award on Nov. 2 from the Ashland Police Department. She was involved in what was described as a serious crash on Jan. 3 in the Town of Ashland. The impact caused the air bags in her vehicle to deploy. Penley was wearing her seat belt and did not receive any injuries as a result of the crash. The Ashland Police Department, along with the Virginia Highway Safety Office, recognized Penley for wearing her seat belt. According to the Virginia Highway Safety Office, in 2009, there were 756 crash related fatalities. Of those, 333 of the fatalities were not wearing restraints.

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Hanover County high schools students are invited by Mechanicsville Post 175 of the American Legion to compete in the 73rd annual American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program. The invitation to enter the competition is extended by Post Commander James Kickler and Post Oratorical Chairmen Sean Davis and Raymond McCoy. The contest is open to students in grades 9 through 12 who attend public, private or home schools. The subject of the prepared oration portion of the contest must be about some phase of the

Constitution of the United States, emphasizing the duties and obligations of a citizen to the United States government. The prepared oration must be the original effort of each contestant and must be 8 to 10 minutes in length. In addition to the prepared presentation, there are four assigned topics. This year these topics are dealing with amendments to the U. S. Constitution. One of these topics is selected at each contest level. see POST, pg. 23 `

L-DHS DECA to host Quidditch Tournament Lee-Davis High School DECA will be hosting a Quidditch Tournament from 2 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18, at the Lee-Davis High School football field at 7052 Mechanicsville Turnpike to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Quidditch, based on the popular Harry Potter book series by J.K. Rowling, is the fastest growing sport in the United States, being a mixmatch combination of rugby, dodge ball, and lacrosse, and is increasingly popular on college campuses such as VCU, JMU, UofR and George Mason, among other schools. Players will participate in the sport, while running on broomsticks, attempting to make a score through one of the three goal posts on the opposite end of the field. The games ending when either the game’s “Seeker” catches the “Golden Snitch,” the point limit of 100 is reached, or the 30-minute time limit is reached. The tournament is the perfect precursor to the Nov. 19 release of the new Harry

Potter movie “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows”. This event will feature authentic Harry Potter cuisine, including “Butterbeer” and “Pumpkin Juice”, as well as a variety of baked goods available for purchase. The tournament is open Quidditch, based on the popular Harry Potter book series by J.K. Rowling, is the fastest growing sport in the United States, being a mix-match combination of rugby, dodge ball, and lacrosse, and is increasingly popular on college campuses such as VCU, JMU, UofR and George Mason, among other schools.

to the public to watch; admission is $3, with all proceeds benefiting the MDA, DECA’s national charity. The event will be complete with referees and commentators from the VCU Quidditch team. “Muggle Quidditch” as it

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Post 175 awards medals and scholarship money for First Place ($500), Second Place ($300) and Third Place ($200). Scholarship funds are available at the higher levels of competition (District, Regional, State and National levels). College scholarships awarded at National level are $14,000, $16,000, and $18,000. Each state winner who competes in the first round of the national contest will receive a $1,500 scholarship. Participants in the second round who do not

is referred to, is present in more than 400 colleges, 300 high schools and more than 13 countries. “There is no wonder why an event would be so popular: Who wouldn’t want to come watch a bunch of kids run around on broomsticks, chasing one another, and fighting for the glory of a victory in this magnificent sport?” Daryll Morgan, LeeDavis DECA vice president of Chapter Activities, said.. ----DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges across the globe. A vital part of MDA’s financial support comes from strong partnerships, including DECA, which makes MDA a primary beneficiary of its activities. During the 20092010 school year, Lee-Davis DECA raised both awareness and funds to help send local children to MDA Summer Camp. Aimée P. Walters is the marketing education coordinator at Lee-Davis High School.

advance to the National final round will receive an additional $1,500 scholarship. The three top students who have won all previous elimination rounds of the contest will vie for top honors in the national contest April 15-17, 2011, at the IUPUI Conference Center and Hotel in Indianapolis, Ind. The American Legion will pay the expenses of the state winner to attend the national competition. The competition at Post 175 will be held on Dec. 7. Students and parents interested in this program may contact Sean Davis at 439-2289 or Raymond McCoy at 779-4888.

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The Northside Baptist Church held its Community Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 30, with children of all ages enjoying a hayride by Howard Cross, facepainting by Debbie Scott, a cake walk, costume contest, games, inflatable bouncy house, trunk-r-treat, and a magic show by Dr. Jeff Scott. “We had double the attendance that we had last year, thanks to good weather and an ad in The Mechanicsville Local,” Dr. Scott, Northside Baptist senior pastor, saidt “I’m looking forward to what we have planned on Dec. 12 at 5:30 p.m. as we welcome the community for a carol sing around a bonfire with s’mores and hot chocolate for all. It’ll be s’more fun than you can imagine!”

Emergency preparedness class scheduled Nov. 30 at library Last month’s tornado reminded residents of the need to be ready for emergency situations. If disaster strikes, are you and your family ready? If not, learn how on Tuesday, Nov. 30. Hanover County will present an “Are You Ready” class from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Library. This training will prepare citizens to have an awareness of what to do and how to be informed about hazards and emergencies that may affect them and their families if disaster strikes.

Instructors from the Hanover Sheriff ’s Office, Fire/EMS, Health Department, Public Information, Social Services and Schools will explain how you and your family can become self-reliant for three days by getting a kit, making a plan, and staying informed. The class is free but advance registration is required because seating is limited. To register, call 365-4822. For more information, call Sgt. Chris Atkinson of the Hanover Sheriff ’s Office at 365-6110 or email rcatkinson@co.hanover.va.us.

Santa to visit Moose Lodge Santa will visit the King William Moose Lodge from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, at 158709 King William Rd. The King William Women of the Moose will be sponsoring pictures. Photos are $5 each. and proceeds will benefit local charities. For more information, call 769-1401.

Hanover named natural disaster area USDA declaration stems from losses caused by drought that started in April Hanover County is among 59 counties designated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as natural disaster areas due to losses caused by drought and excessive heat that began on April 1 and continues. The independent city of Suffolk also was included in the declaration.

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training and equipment. The breakfast is an event for the entire family. Equipment will be displayed and tours will be offered. Also, the fire company welcomes interest in volunteering. Adult meals are $50 and children’s are $3. Photos with Santa Claus will be available for $4. For more information, call 365-4902.

The Beaverdam Volunteer Fire Company will host a Holiday Breakfast With Santa from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, at the firehouse at 16150 Trainham Road in Beaverdam. The fire company’s community event will usher in the holiday. Families and friends are invited to enjoy a breakfast featuring pancakes, sausage, baked apples, juice, milk and coffee. Chickahominy Fire Company Proceeds from the breakfast fundraiser will support the fire company’s emergency Chickahominy Fire Company-Station response effort and help fund firefighter 10 will host a Community Breakfast with

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Santa from 8 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18, at the firehouse at 10414 Leadbetter Road in Ashland. A tradition of the fire company, families and friends are invited to join in celebrating the holidays. Proceeds from the fundraiser will support the company’s emergency response effort and help fund firefighter training and equipment. Tours and equipment displays will be available. Those attending also are encouraged to ask about joining the emergency see FIRE, pg. 26 `

Get your child in the holiday spirit, and show Mechanicsville what the season truly means “Through the Eyes of a Child.” The Mechanicsville Local is sponsoring a drawing contest in the month of December. We are seeking entries from children in the Mechanicsville area grades K-5. The topic for the drawings is

Entries must be on 8 ½ x 11 unlined white paper, done in color, freehand, original artwork. Winners’ art will be published in the December 22nd edition of the Local. Each drawing must be accompanied by the entry form below FILLED OUT COMPLETELY AND TAPED TO THE BACK OF THE DRAWING. All submissions are non-returnable and will become property of The Mechanicsville Local. Help us celebrate the holiday season by participating in our “Through the Eyes of a Child” Contest. Entries must be received by Friday, December 10, 2010. You can mail or drop off your entry, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike Mechanicsville, VA 23111. 1st and 2nd place prize will be awarded for both K-3 and K-5 grade groups.

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Miss Hanover Competition to be presented on Dec. 11 available on the website at www.misshanover.com. The winner of the Miss Hanover Competition will be awarded in scholarship money, which funds for her college or graduate school education. She also will receive additional prizes provided by local sponsors. During her year of service, Miss Hanover will travel across Virginia, speaking to government officials, business leaders, community groups and all

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The marriage of Miss Ashley Renee Edmunds, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Edmunds and Mr. and Mrs. Mike Moore of Mechanicsville, to Mr. John Brian Gulak, son of Mr. Roger Gulak of Mechanicsville, and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Zehringer of Varina, took place June 5, 2010 at The Historic Mankin Mansion in Richmond. The Rev. Andrew Mutter officiated. The bride is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Gresham of Urbanna, and Mr. Leslie Edmunds of Mechanicsville, and the late Ms. Elizabeth Edmunds formerly of Mechanicsville. The groom is the grandson of Ms. Barbara Patterson of Mechanicsville, and the late Mr. Keith Patterson Sr. formerly of Henrico, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Dmytro Gulak formerly of Ashland. The matron of honor was Kelly Brewer of New Kent. The bridesmaids were Crystal Wilson of Jacksonville, Fla., Michelle Puckett of Mechanicsville, Becky Counterman of Chesapeake, Amy Farmer of Mechanicsville, all friends of the bride, and Amber Patterson of Mechanicsville, cousin of the groom. The flower girls were Brianna Puckett and Madisen Farmer both of Mechanicsville. The best man was Buzz Brewer of New Kent. The groomsmen were Larry Wilson of Jacksonville, Fla., Ricky

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Charles and Ernestine Rapp celebrated their 63rd Anniversary on Nov. 1, 2010. The couple has three children, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

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Link of Varina, Keith Garrett of Richmond, all friends of the groom, Neal Moore of Mechanicsville, brother of the bride, and Barry Patterson of Mechanicsville, uncle of the groom. The rehearsal dinner, hosted by the parents of the groom, was held

Cory Hall announced to Mechanicsville

at The Water Grill, in Richmond. The reception, hosted by the parents of the bride was held at The Historic Mankin Mansion following the ceremony. After a honeymoon to Aruba, the couple will reside in Mechanicsville with their two dogs Maggie and Oscar.

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

Fifty years ago, on a beautiful sunny Sunday just before Hurricane Donna arrived, Donna Bruckner and L. Edward Stansbury were married on Sept. 18, 1960 in Johnstown, Pa. They have lived in Mechanicsville for 10 years and have two daughters, two sons-inlaw and four grandchildren. Throughout their 50 years of marriage, they have been blessed by God, family and friends while living in Silver Spring, Md., Salem, Va. and Mechanicsville. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 18, 2010 in Annapolis, Md.

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The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hall 4-Wheelin Clubâ&#x20AC;? of Beaverdam would like to welcome its newest member Cory Barnette Hall. Born Dec. 2, 2009 at 11:23 a.m. at Memorial Regional Medical Center, Cory weighed 9 lbs 8 oz. and was 21 inches long. He was excitedly welcomed home by his big brothers Ryan and Wyatt and parents Timmy and Brandy (Barnette) Hall. Proud grandparents are Richard and Judy Barnette of Mechanicsville, Alfred and Linda Hall of Beaverdam, and Great-Grandmother Audrey Bosher of Mechanicsville. Aunts and Uncles include Casey Barnette and Keith Lawrence, Adam Barnette and Christe Lemon, and James and Hayley Vaughan. Special thanks to Dr. Schraa and staff for helping us bring another bouncing baby boy into our lives.

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The Salvation Army has been “Doing the Most Good” in Central Virginia since 1885, and its programs include drug and alcohol rehabilitation through the Adult Rehabilitation Center, before and after-school programs for at-risk youth at The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, food and financial assistance through our Family Services program, an ----emergency shelter, disaster assistance, the Corps About The Salvation Centers for worship and Army Central Virginia service, and Christmas Assistance Programs. Area Command Area Command, said. “Every donation made to the Online Red Kettle campaign allows us to continue meeting the most urgent needs of the community and we are confident that this $25,000 goal will be easily surpassed.” To donate to the campaign, visit http://give. s a l v at i o n a r my u s a . o r g / goto/CentralVA.

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Wednesday, Nov. 17 2010 Teen Game Night at Hanover Branch Library – 6:30 p.m. - Teens and tweens, join us for an evening of fun. The Friends of the Mechanicsville Library will hold their next meeting on at 6:30 p.m. at the Library. Please join us. 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. Our next meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m., at 8493 New Bethesda Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Election of officers for the Mechanicsville Tea Party will be held so come out and vote. There will also be discussion regarding our Hanover County Board of Supervisors. All are welcome, please join us. For more information, please visit us on Facebook or call 769-8884.

Come by Dara Horn. As usual, “bring your lunch and bring a friend.” Dessert and beverage will be provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. We will meet in the multipurpose/meeting room at the Hanover Branch Library. Sheltering Arms Hospital will hold a Masquerade jewelry and accessories sale on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 18 and 19 from 7-5 p.m. The cost of the jewelry is $5. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. Sponsored by Sheltering Arms Circle. Proceeds benefit Hospital Patients and other Circle Projects. Sheltering Arms is located at 8254 Atlee Rd. Hanover High School Theatre will present Karel and Josef Capek’s “The Life of Insects” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18, 19 and 20, in the school auditorium at 10307 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville. Tickets are $5 each at the door. For more information, visit Go to hhstheatre.wordpress.com.

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Laughter is like medicine! See Christian Comedian, Barry McGee, three performances! Youth Night – Friday, Nov.19, 7 p.m., Family Night – Saturday, Nov. 20, 7 p.m. and Sunday Morning, Nov. 21, 10 a.m. at The Master’s House Church, 303a Ashcake Road, Hanover Business Center, Ashland, VA 23005; For more information please call 368-7592 or visit www. mastershouse.net. Clean fun Thursday, Nov. 18 Lunchtime Book Club for the whole family! at Hanover Branch Library Hanover Country Clun – 12:30 p.m. – We will be Presents: Shop-A-Palooza discussing The World to

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from 6-9 p.m. Get your holiday shopping started early. Vendors coming are Mary Kay, Pampered Chef, Stella and Dot, Gwen’s Friends, EtCessories and many more! During the Shop-A-Palooza, they will be collecting can food to support the local food bank.

Saturday, Nov. 20 Gates E lement ar y Holiday Bazaar from 9-2 p.m. Vendor space is available. For more information please visit their website at www.worknotes/VA/Gates/ PTA. The event is located at 10001 Courthouse Rd, Chesterfield, Va. 23832. Concord Baptist Church 4th annual Christmas Bazaar and Bake sale from 9 -1 p.m. Come and shop early for your Christmas gifts and enjoy homemade baked goods. The event is being held at 15625 Concord Rd., Ruther Glen, Va. 22546. Food will be provided. For information on a table contact Fran Satterwhite at 9945942 or 512-8838.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. Doswell Ruritan Club is having a Salt Fish Breakfast from 6:30-9 a.m. at the Doswell Community Center at the intersection of Rt. 1 and Doswell Rd. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children 4 to 10 years old, and free for children under four years old. Breakast includes salt fish, scrambled eggs, hash browns, stewed apples, muffins/biscuits, juice and coffee. Carry outs are available. Wi n d e m e r e Art Gallery located at 6162 Mechanicsville Turnpike will hold a reception from 2-5 p.m. Featured artist for November - Helen Foos Watercolorist “Sixty Years of Painting Fun”. For more information please call 7300484. VFW Post 9808 Monthly Band Night is from 8:3011:30 p.m. featuring the Midnighters Band. Entry fee is $20 per couple or $10 for singles. Everyone is invited to come out to your local VFW Battlefield Post 9808 with your dancing shoes! Contact VFW Mon-Fri mornings from 8-12 p.m. at 746-9808 for more information.

Hanover Humane Society will hold a dog adoption stand at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland from 9-12 p.m. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11-3 p.m. Please visit www.hanoverhumanesociety.org for available aniArizona Joe’s Pub and mals and additional adopGrille and Jimmy Suarez tion information. Sr. present Rebecca Lear Saturday Cinema at the Sauvager Cancer Benefit Atlee Branch Library at 1 at Arizona Joe’s Pub and p.m. Enjoy a great movie Grille located at 7526 filled with laughter and Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. adventure for all ages. The event will be held from Popcorn and drinks served. 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. The cost is

$10. Blind Rooster, GeezR, Alleyways and Avenues, High Groove, Cha Cha’s Cadillac, Crush and Little Ozzy will all perform. Come out and support the cause and have some fun. There will be a raffle for a gift certificate from Enigma Studios in the amount of $100 off a tattoo. The raffle tickets will be $2 each and six for $10. Scott Parsons will personally match whatever is made on the raffle as a discount to Rebecca’s next tattoo for radiation treatments. If you cannot make it and want to send a donation, checks can be writted to Rebecca Lear Sauvager or James Suarez Sr. and mailed to P.O. Box 354, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. For more information please visit www.arizonajoespub. com or call 723-5582.

is limited, so please RSVP by Nov. 15 by calling 7462788. The church is located at 7400 Antique Lane, Mechanicsville. Hanover Humane Society will hold a cat adoption stand at the Virginia Center PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www.hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information. Community Thanksgiving Service at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored by Hillcrest Baptist Church, Lebanon United Methodist Church, Mt. Hermon United Methodist Church, New Highland Baptist Church, and Slash Christian Church. Nursery is provided for age 3 and under. Collections will be taken for nonperishable food items and monetary donations which will benefit the Central Virginia Food Bank. The service will be held at New Highland Baptist Church located at 9200 New Ashcake Rd., Mechanicsville. For more information please call 550-9601 or visit www. newhighlandbaptist.org.

The Church Of The Redeemer, 8275 Meadow bridge Road, Mechanicsville, will hold its 29 Annual Craft Bazaar at 9-5 p.m. children to shop, and visits with Santa. All proceeds benefit the ministries of Redeemer. Over 90 vendors, offering unique homemade crafts, bake sale, cakewalk, food, raffle, Secret Parkinson Disease – Santa Shop. For Information e-mail Bazaar@churchre- Richmond Metro Chapter – Meeting for Parkinsonians deemer.org. and caregivers. Our meeting will be planning our 2011 Sunday, Nov. 21 calendar. Come with sugThe Meadowbridge gestions/topics for speakers Seventh-day Adventist for next year. Contact Kathy Church is hosting a H. Morton at 730-1336 for Community Vegetarian more information. Thanksgiving Dinner and Concert to benefit MCEF (Mechanicsville Churches Monday, Nov. 22 Resume Workshop at the Emergency Functions) at 4 Mechanicsville Branch Library p.m. The program is free, at 6:30 p.m. Learn tips on how and everyone is welcome. Please bring non-perishable to improve your resume for canned goods to restock the today’s job market. Space is food pantry at MCEF! Space see CALENDAR, pg. 33 `

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limited. Call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place to sign up.

Tuesday, Nov. 23 R ichmond’s First Baptist Church will host a Thanksgiving dinner and worship service. The service is at 6:30 p.m. There are two seatings for dinner – 5:30 and 7:30. The cost for the dinner is $6 per adult, $4 per child, with an $18 maximum for families. Dinner tickets are available by calling the church office at 355-8637. The dinners and worship service are open to all and the community is

Suspect damaged victim’s vehicle at location on Landora Bridge Rd.

Suspect damaged victim’s vehicles at location on X Suspect stole item from Greenwood Church Rd. victim at location on Erle Rd. X Suspect was in

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invited. The church’s senior pastor, Dr. Jim Somerville, will preach and the Church Choir will sing. Han ove r C ou nt y Department of Social Services Board meeting will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the Conference Room, Hanover County Social Services, 12304 Washington Highway, Ashland. This meeting is open to the public.

Suspect broke into location, stole items and damaged property on McClellan Rd. Unknown suspect(s) broke into location and stole items on Crown Hill Rd.

gin of Thanksgiving? Does the Constitution really say “separation of church and state”? What is the historical record? 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

Suspects stole items at location on Kings Dominion Blvd.

Suspect stole items at location on Quaker Church Rd.

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Hillcrest Baptist Church will jointly hold a special Thanksgiving Eve Service at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s. The two congregations welcome the public to thank God for our blessings and welcome our neighbors. The service will be officiated by The Reverend Jack Sutor of St. Paul’s and The Reverend Dr. Clarke Hawkins of Hillcrest Baptist. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is located on St. Paul’s Church Road, near the intersection of Rts. 54 and 301 in the Hanover Courthouse area. For more information, call the Church office at 537-5516 or email stpaulshanover@comast.net Hillcrest Baptist Church is located at 1342 Hillcrest Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information call 804-3701500 or www.hbchanover. org.

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There will be a Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner at Friends Meeting House, 4500 Kensington Ave. (Kensington and Commonwealth Aves.) at 4 p.m. Members, no charge; non-members $3. Please bring a vegan dish to share and the recipe. Call 344-4356 by Monday, Nov. 22 for reservations and information, or see www. vegetarianrichmond.org.

The Lee Davis High School Class of 2000 Ten Year Reunion will be held from 7-10 p.m. The event will be held at Blackfinn Restaurant in the Troutman Sanders building in downtown Richmond, VA. Tickets are required for entry. To purchase a ticket, and for more complete details, please visit the following web site: http://leedavis2000. eventbrite.com/. Deadline for purchasing tickets is Nov. 8, 2010.

Friday, Nov. 26 Tropical Smoothie Café will have a blood drive from 11-3 p.m. Please sign up for an appointment time to donate, online at www.vadonor.com. If you have questions please call Celie Thomas at 569-9707. As a thank you all donors will receive a t-shirt and a coupon for a free 24 oz. Tropical Smoothie. Please bring a valid ID or VBS donor card and drink plenty of fluids before donating.

Hanover Humane Society will hold cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11-3 p.m. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information.

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Atlee Community Church is located at 7171 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23116. You can call 730-3676 if you would like more information you can also find us at www. Thursday, Dec. 2 Salem Presbyterian atleechurch.org. Church, Studley Rd., will host the annual “Christmas Saturday, Dec. 4 Sing-A-Long” at 10 a. m. Santa has scheduled his Come join us as we sing the annual visit to the King beloved carols of Christmas William Moose Lodge. The and other favorite songs of KW Women of the Moose the season. Light refresh- are sponsoring pictures with Tuesday, Nov. 30 Hanover County will ments are served. Bring a Santa during his visit, from 10-12 p.m., and from 1-3 present an “Are you Ready” friend! p.m. Bring your children, class at the Mechanicsville pets, and even Grandma! Library from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3 This training will prepare Kidstuf is high octane There will be cookies and citizens to have an aware- fun packaged in a 45 minute coloring pages for the chilness of what to do and how production. This monthly dren. Photos are just $5 to be informed about haz- production coined “First each. Proceeds to benefit ards and emergencies that Fridays” is held on the first local charities. For addimay affect them and their Friday of every month at tional information or quesfamilies if disaster strikes. Atlee Community Church. tions, please call 769-1401. Instructors from the Hanover Kidstuf is virtue driven The King William Moose Sheriff ’s Office, Fire/EMS, where character and faith is located at 158709 King Health Department, Public are taught by emphasizing William Rd. (Rt. 30), just Information, Social Services a monthly virtue. It is free 3.4 miles east of route 360, and Schools will explain to the community and there towards West Point. how you and your family will be a variety of activiHoliday Make ‘n’ Take at can become self-reliant for ties to enjoy before Kidstuf three days by getting a kit, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The the Mechanicsville Branch making a plan and staying Kidstuf theatre opens its Library at 3 p.m. Children informed. This class is free doors at 7:15 p.m. for the 3-12 years old are invited to but advanced registration production. This event make a crafts, listen to holiis required because seating unites families while provid- day stories and enjoy refreshis limited. To register, call ing a fun environment filled ments. Sponsored by the 365-4822. For more infor- with laughter and learning. Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more informamation please call Sgt. Chris tion call 746-9615 or visit OPEN HOUSE O Sun., Nov. 21 2-4 pm the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.

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and equipment. Please be sure to inquire about volunteering at our Station. This is a family/all ages event. We will display equipment and offer firehouse tours. For additional information call 365 – 4902. Adult meals are $5. Children’s meals are $3. Photos with Santa are available for $4. 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 go to the Heart Havens Fund (residential housing for the mentally handicapped). For more information or to set up

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Local teen taking talents to Texas By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com real thing” in Abram Dean’s “first this ing paid off earlier terms of perform the title of Hanover year when he captured Junior Idol. ement from Thanks to some encouraghe took the , Lunsford Debbie his mom of music. And now leap into the world is from Mechanicsville the 16-year-old his to Texas to pursue preparing to move dream. and his mother On Aug. 20, Abram he has been where Dallas to will head skills — and hone his accepted to study Septien Entertainment — with the Linda Group. d Abram enter Debbie said she suggeste and Activities Centerthe Hanover Arts ion because he competit Idols d sponsore let’s this music thing, so “wants to get into see TEEN, pg. 14

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School district again expects full accreditation ive For the ninth consecut Public year, Hanover County receive 100 Schools will again tion. percent full accredita Dale S. According to ications Theakston, commun tion is specialist, the accredita 2009on the determined based assess10 Standards of Learning information ments. Preliminary Department from the Virginia the of Education indicates status. tion accredita reports Final accreditation 15. are expected on Sept.

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has Development. entries Hanover County VACo received 60 by the been recognized statewide contest. ion of for the Virginia Associat Former Hanover County recipient administrator Counties as the ent assistant of the 2010 Achievem n Marilyn Blake joined Lane Dominio the Award for former Chesterfield Greente ch Ramsey, rator, and Resourc es County administ direcIncubator. Tedd Povar, associate The county was honored tor of the Virginia Institute of governfor its model local ent, in judging this Governm catego4` ment program in the see HONOR, pg. nomic nity/Eco Commu of ry

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reservations, please call Mother Goose Storytime 746-4719 or 730-4956. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 10 a.m. Ages 6 - 24 months with Sunday, Dec. 5 Mechanicsville Presbyterian adult. For more information C hu rc h’s Pre - Par a d e call 746-9615 or visit the Palooza with music, hot library at 7461 Sherwood chocolate, popcorn and Crossing Place. restrooms. The event will The Origin of be located at Atlee and Nutcrackers at the Hanover Signal Hill Rd. Branch Library at 5 p.m. The First Baptist Local artist Glen Crider Church Choir, One Accord will talk about the origins Ensemble and Orchestra of nutcrackers and display will present a concert some of his work. We’ll of Christmas music 7 have a Nutcracker-themed p.m. in the sanctuary of Storytime for children, too. Richmond’s First Baptist Hanover Branch Library Church, Monument Avenue ornaments will also be on at the Boulevard. The con- sale. Refreshments served. cert is free and open to Sponsored by the Hanover the public. The program Branch Library Friends. For includes many favorites of more information call 365the season, including the 6210 or visit the library at Hallelujah chorus and “And 7527 Library Drive. the Glory” from Handel’s Parkinson’s Disease – Messiah, Joy to the World, Support Group – Meeting the Dream Isaiah Saw, and This Christmastide. The for Parkinsonians and careprogram will be videotaped givers held at Circle Center, and will air on WRIC-TV8 4900 W. Marshall Street Sunday morning, Dec. 26 at 7 p.m. Contact Kathy H. Morton at 730-1336 for at 11. more information.

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The Hanover Branch Library Friends will host a fun program for all ages from 5-6 p.m. Children will enjoy a fun craft and story while adults will learn about the origin of Nutcrackers from guest speaker Glen Crider. There will be an opportunity to get some holiday shopping accomplished as well! Mr. Crider will have items to purchase/order. A seasonal snack and beverage will be provided. The evening promises to be a fun time for all! We ask that all in attendance bring a canned or boxed food item to donate to ACES. We will have a collection box in the Hanover Branch from Dec. 1 – 15.

tions call 721-5958. The New Virginians (a club for women new to the Richmond area in the last two years) will have its monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at The Jefferson Hotel, (101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA). The Club will hold a Silent Auction at the luncheon and The Virginians will entertain the group with holiday songs. The cost for the luncheon is $35 for club members and their guests. Parking is an additional $5. Reservations for the luncheon are requested by noon on December 1. Contact Sam Gentz – 6397042.

Thursday, Dec. 9

6th Annual Make It and Take It Ornament Class at the Atlee Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Grades K-5. Make an ornament to take home or give as a gift. Class size is limited. Registration required by Dec. 2. Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information call 559-0654 or visit Wednesday, Dec. 8 The Falls of the James the library at 9161 Atlee Group, Sierra Club’s Road. 29th Holiday Mistletoe Celebration will be held at Saturday, Dec. 11 6:30 p.m. at the seasonally Mechanicsville Recreation decorated Science Museum Association will hold their of Virginia, located at Annual Santa Breakfast. 2500 West Broad Street in The event is located at Richmond. The evening 8175 Elm Dr. from 8-10:30 includes buffet dinner, hol- a.m. Adults are $6, kids iday music, silent auction, (2-10) $4, children under and features a program by 2 eat free. Proceeds will Dr Jeff Kirwan, VA Tech benefit medical expensProfessor and co-author es for a Mechanicsville of Remarkable Trees of child. Pool membership is Virginia. In addition, the a great gift idea - $100 4th Annual Green Giant off during holiday season. award will be announced, Save an additional 10% if recognizing leadership in membership purchased at environmental stewardship Santa Breakfast. There is and education. Admission a $5 charge for photo with is $25 for members, $30 for Santa. nonmembers. For further information and reservasee CALENDAR, pg. 40 `

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(:15) ››› “Spider-Man” (2002) Tobey Maguire.

››‡ “Army of Darkness” (1992)

›› “I Spy” (2002) Å

NOVEMBER 20, 2010 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

Postgame

SportsNet

Harbaugh

Foot. Final Boxing

College Football: Teams To Be Announced. (Live)

News

Criminal Minds Å

48 Hours Mystery (N) ’

America’s Most Wanted

News at 10

Seinfeld ’

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Fringe Amber 31422 News

Criminal

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(:29) Saturday Night Live

››‡ “Beauty Shop” (2005) Queen Latifah.

TMZ (N) ’ Å

Deadliest Catch ’

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Bones ’ Å

WGN News at Nine (N)

How I Met

South Park

Vicar

EastEnders EastEnders Inning

Served

Funniest Home Videos Keeping Up My Family

NOVA (N) Å (DVS)

(:25) ››‡ “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End” (2007) Johnny Depp. Å

Dirty Jobs ’ Å

“Once Upon a Christmas” (2000) John Dye. Å

››‡ “Sleeping With the Enemy” (1991) Å

College Football: Army vs. Notre Dame. From Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y. ’ (Live) Å Bones Yanks in the U.K.

Auction

Dirty Jobs Buoy Cleaner

Shake it

Holiday

“Talladega Nights: Ricky Bobby”

SportsCenter (Live) Å

Score Caps

Dirty Jobs ’ Å

9 PM

(3:30) College Football: Teams To Be Announced. (Live)

Jeopardy!

Auction

› “Pootie Tang” (2001) ‘PG-13’ Å

(3:30) College Football: Stanford at California. (Live)

Pirates

“Gone in Sixty”

The Civil War Simply Murder: 1863; Universe of Battle: 1863 ’

(USA)

(CSN)

(USA)

››‡ “Beauty Shop” (2005) Queen Latifah.

› “The Avengers” (1998) Ralph Fiennes. ’ Å

(ESPN)

Aviators

Figure Skating: ISU Grand Prix: Cup of Russia. ’

Smoking

Something

(:25) ››‡ “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest”

››› “Tombstone” (1993) Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer. Å

Entertainment Tonight

NFL Football: Oakland Raiders at Pittsburgh Steelers. (Live) Å

››› “13 Going on 30” (2004) Jennifer Garner.

Paid Prog.

Stargate Atlantis Å

(6-CBS)

SATURDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

Paid Prog.

(35-FOX) Fox NFL Sunday Å

Travel

COMCAST

Paid Prog.

Simp. Ming Lidia’s Italy Best of Joy Watercolor

MuscleCar

Replay

Estate

Cook’s

Hometime

Game Day

Football

(23-PBS) Avec Eric

Old House

Sunday NFL Countdown NASCAR Racing: Sprint Cup: Ford 400. (Live)

Judge Judy

Old House

NOVEMBER 21, 2010 2 PM 2:30 3 PM 3:30

1:30

Football

Exploration Animal Adv Animal Atl. ››‡ “A Gentleman’s Game” (2001, Drama)

Walker, Texas Ranger

SUNDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM

COMCAST

As Time...

Red Green

››› “Free Willy” (1993) Jason James Richter.

››› “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian” (2008) Georgie Henley.

How I Met

Globe Trekker ’

TBA

“Pirates of the Caribbean”

(TNT)

(3:30) “Something to Talk About”

››› “The Family Man” (2000) Nicolas Cage. Premiere. Å

(WTBS)

Raymond

King

Seinfeld ’

››› “Shrek 2” (2004) Voices of Mike Myers.

(9:55) ››‡ “Meet the Fockers” (2004) Å

(A&E)

Parking

Billy

(SPIKE)

Gangland ’ Å

Gangland Basic Training

UFC 123 Countdown

UFC Unleashed Å

Jail Å

(DISC)

Lizzie Borden

Cook County Jail Å

Behind Bars Ohio Å

Wreck

(NICK)

Penguins

Fanboy

SpongeBob SpongeBob Big Time

(DISN)

Hannah

Wizards

“Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure”

(FAM)

“Back-Future III”

››‡ “Cheaper by the Dozen” (2003) Å

›››‡ “Ratatouille” (2007) Voices of Patton Oswalt. Å

(LIFE)

“When Secrets Kill”

››‡ “Wicked” (1998) Julia Stiles. Å

“Reviving Ophelia” (2010) Jane Kaczmarek. Å

(AMC)

››‡ “Broken Trail” (2006, Western) Robert Duvall, Thomas Haden Church, Greta Scacchi. Å

301

(HBO)

›› “Amelia” (2009) Hilary Swank. ’ ‘PG’ Å

320

(MAX)

(3:30) “Juwanna Mann”

SUNDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

5 PM

5:30

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

Paid Prog.

(6-CBS)

NFL Football: Indianapolis Colts at New England Patriots. (Live) Å

(35-FOX) Postgame

(12-NBC) Improv-Ice (N) ’ Å

(65-CW)

(WGN)

SportsCenter Å

Redskins Post Game Live (Live) Athlete

SportsNet

Stargate Universe Life

Million Dollar Challenge

“Gone in Sixty”

Scrubs ’

(23-PBS) ››› “Free Willy” (1993) Jason James Richter.

(57-PBS) Circus ’ Å (DVS) (USA)

Wreck Shake it

Billy

(:15) ››‡ “The Holiday” (2006) Cameron Diaz. Å Billy

UFC 123: Preliminaries

7 PM

7:30

SportsCenter Å

Wreck

Victorious

Lopez

Hates Chris

Shake it

Wizards

Hannah Forever

Shake it

Suite/Deck

›››‡ “Ratatouille” (2007) Voices of Patton Oswalt. Å

“One Angry Juror” (2010) Jessica Capshaw. Å

››‡ “Edge of Darkness” (2010) Mel Gibson.

Boxing

Preview

(:15) › “Miss March” (2009) Zach Cregger. ’ ‘R’

››› “Crazy Heart” (2009) Jeff Bridges. ‘R’ Å

Lingerie ’

8 PM

8:30

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9:30

NOVEMBER 21, 2010 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

SportsCenter (Live) Å

Countdown MLS Soccer: MLS Cup: Teams TBA. (Live) College Basketball

Wizards

Terrapin Playback

60 Minutes (N) ’ Å

The Amazing Race 17

Undercover Boss (N) ’

CSI: Miami On the Hook

Two Men

Cleveland

Simpsons

Family Guy

News at 10

NBC News

Football Night/America

(:15) NFL Football: New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles. ’ (Live) Å

America Now Å

Heartland Born to Run

Ugly Betty ’ Å

The Closer Å

King

Friends ’

Just Shoot

Chris

How I Met

News/Nine

Replay

Monk Å

Lost Bird

Roadtrip

Globe Trekker ’

Nature (N) ’

Steves

Served

VCU Insight Currents

John Denver: The Wildlife Concert

Steves

››› “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian” (2008) Georgie Henley.

Simpsons

Chris

Wife Swap

››› “Open Range” (2003)

2010 American Music Awards Musical acts are honored. ’ (Live) Å

ABC News

Billy Mad

The Fairy Jobmother

Funniest Home Videos

News

Glory Daze

Big Time

››› “Open Range” (2003, Western) Robert Duvall, Kevin Costner.

NBA Basketball: Washington Wizards at Detroit Pistons. (Live)

News

23 33

BCS Countdown (Live)

Judge Judy Two Men

››‡ “The Day After Tomorrow” (2004)

6:30

Billy

iCarly iStart a Fan War

“Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy”

››› “Death Becomes Her” (1992)

6 PM

NASCAR Racing

Victorious

› “12 Rounds” (2009) John Cena. ‘PG-13’ Å

›› “Four Christmases” (2008) Å

COMCAST

››‡ “What Women Want” (2000) Å

Cleveland

How I Met

Amer. Dad

How I Met

Masterpiece Contemporary (N) ’

››› “Elf” (2003) Will Ferrell, James Caan. Å

Desert

Seinfeld ’

News

(:35) House 97 Seconds

News

Storm

Enthusiasm Entourage

Family Guy

News

America

Friends ’

Comedy.TV Monk

Keeping Up Contemp

College Basketball

››› “Elf” (2003) Will Ferrell, James Caan. Å

Van Impe

Currents “Narnia: Prince Caspian”

(TNT)

(WTBS)

Talladega

(A&E)

Psychic Kids

Paranormal Paranormal Paranormal State Å

Paranormal Paranormal Paranormal Paranormal Paranormal Paranormal Psychic Kids

Psychic Kids

(SPIKE)

CSI: NY Turbulence ’

CSI: NY ’ Å

CSI: Crime Scene

CSI

(DISC)

Dirty Jobs Gourd Maker

Dirty Jobs Glass Maker

Dirty Jobs ’ Å

Nitty Gritty

Dirty Jobs (N) ’ Å

Brew Masters ’ Å

Nitty Gritty

(NICK)

Penguins

SpongeBob SpongeBob Jackson

Big Time

iCarly iStart a Fan War

My Wife

Hates Chris Hates Chris The Nanny

The Nanny

(DISN)

Fish Hooks

Good Luck

Wizards

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Good Luck

Shake it

Sonny

Wizards

Sonny

(FAM)

“Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001) Kathy Ireland.

(LIFE)

“Interrogation”

(AMC)

(3:00) ››› “Alien 3” (1992) Å

301

(HBO)

(:15) ››› “Whip It” (2009) Ellen Page. ‘PG-13’

320

(MAX)

(3:00) I Spy

(3:30) ››‡ “Last Holiday” Å

››‡ “What Women Want” (2000) Mel Gibson. Å

››› “The School of Rock” (2003, Comedy) Jack Black. Å

Wizards

Sonny

The Grinch

›› “The Bucket List” (2007) Jack Nicholson. ›››‡ “Shrek” (2001) Voices of Mike Myers.

Sonny

“Santa Baby” (2006) Jenny McCarthy. Å

“A Decent Proposal” (2007) Jessica Tuck. Å

›‡ “Sniper 2” (2002) ’ ‘R’ Å

Wizards

Boardwalk Empire (N)

››› “Crazy Heart” (2009) Jeff Bridges. ‘R’ Å

Holiday

“The School of Rock” Paranormal

“Snowglobe” (2007, Fantasy) Christina Milian.

“One Angry Juror” (2010) Jessica Capshaw. Å

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

(:15) ››› “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” (2009) ’ ‘PG’ Å

(:40) ›› “The Time Traveler’s Wife” (2009) Å

Fish Hooks

“Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007) Melissa Joan Hart.

“The Devil’s Teardrop” (2010) Natasha Henstridge.

››‡ “Constantine” (2005, Fantasy) Keanu Reeves. Å

›› “The Bucket List” (2007) Jack Nicholson.

(:25) ››› “Shrek 2” (2004), Eddie Murphy Å

The Nanny Hannah J. Osteen

“Sleeping With the Enemy” (1991)

The Walking Dead Vatos

Break-Bad

Big Love “Free at Last”

Boardwalk Empire ’

It’s Com

››‡ “A Perfect Getaway” ‘R’

The Mechanicsville Local

(:45) “Secret Lives” ‘NR’

November 17, 2010

CALENDAR Continued from pg. 36 b

Sunday, Dec. 12 The Central Virginia Masterworks Chorale will present four performances of its 2010 Christmas concert featuring Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols, as well as other holiday selections accompanied by harpists and highlighted by local soloists. The Chorale welcomes new Artistic Director and Conductor, Larry Heath. Ashland performances will take place Saturday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m., and Sunday,

Church will offer a free Christmas program for the community. The same program will be offered at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. “Light of the World” will feature singers and musicians from the church’s Praise Team, Chancel Choir and Children’s Choir, and the New Hanover JuBELLees bell choir and Ensemble. The program will be offered in the church’s Sanctuary. New Hanover Presbyterian Church is located at the corner of Route 301 and Rural Point Road in Musicians from New Mechanicsville. For more Hanover Presbyterian information, call 730-9700. Dec. 12, at 3 p.m., both at Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church, 201 Henry Street. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students. They may be purchased in advance at Cross Brothers’ Grocery in Ashland or from any Chorale member, and may also be purchased at the door prior to each performance. To purchase tickets, call 347-7310. Visit www. cvamc.org for additional information, and follow the Chorale on Facebook.

MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

5 PM

COMCAST 4

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

5:30

6 PM

6:30

7 PM

Thursday, Dec. 16 6th Annual Make It andTake It Ornament Class at the Atlee Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Ages 11 and up. Make an ornament to take home or give as a gift. Class size is limited. Registration required by Dec. 9. Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road.

Friday, Dec. 18 The Chickahominy Fire Company – Station 10 will hold a Community Breakfast With Santa. From 8– 11 a.m. at their

7:30

8 PM

9 PM

NFL PrimeTime Å

Around

Interruption SportsCenter

Harbaugh

Post Live

Redskins

SportsNet

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NHL Hockey: Washington Capitals at New Jersey Devils. (Live)

Oprah Winfrey

News

8 News

News

ABC News

Wheel

The Dr. Oz Show Å

News

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(35-FOX) Maury Å

(12-NBC) News

(65-CW)

(WGN)

1 Winning

Inside Ed.

Monday Night Countdown Å

8:30

Jeopardy!

Firehouse, 10414 Leadbetter Road in Ashland (23005). The Community Event is an annual tradition. Bring your family and friends to celebrate the approaching holidays. Proceeds from this breakfast fundraiser will support our emergency response effort and help fund Firefighter training and equipment. Tours and equipment displays available as always. Please be sure to inquire about joining our emergency service team. Family/all ages activity. The big jovial guy, in red, will be there. Children under five eat free. 5–10 years old at $4. All over ten at $6. Photos are available. For additional information call 365 – 4910.

9:30

NFL Football: Denver Broncos at San Diego Chargers. (Subject to Blackout)

Dancing With the Stars

Postgame

SportsNet

Redskins

(:11) Skating With the Stars (Series Premiere)

How I Met

Hawaii Five-0 (N) Å

News

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Two Men

House Small Sacrifices

Lie to Me Veronica (N)

FOX News at 10 (N)

How I Met

Family Guy

News

NBC News

Ent

Inside Ed.

Chuck (N) ’ Å

The Event (N) ’ Å

Chase Crazy Love (N)

News

Tonight Show w/J. Leno

News

Rules

Two Men

Mike

Judge B.

Payne

90210 Age of Inheritance

Gossip Girl ’ Å

TMZ (N) ’

Funniest Home Videos

Dharma

Chris

Funniest Home Videos

WGN News at Nine (N)

BBC News

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

(23-PBS) Fetch! With

Cyberchase Electric

WordGirl

(57-PBS) Arthur

Cat in the

(:45) Richmond City Council

Sid

Business

Chris

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(USA)

Law Order: CI

Law & Order: SVU

NCIS Witch Hunt Å

NCIS Sandblast Å

NCIS Once a Hero ’

WWE Monday Night RAW ’ (Live) Å

(TNT)

Law & Order Return ’

Law & Order Sheltered

Law & Order Marathon

Bones ’ Å

(WTBS)

Friends ’

Raymond

King

Seinfeld ’

(A&E)

CSI: Miami Å

CSI: Miami In the Wind

The First 48 Å

Intervention Shane

Hoarders Å

(SPIKE)

CSI: Crime Scene

›› “National Security” (2003) Martin Lawrence.

Cash Cab

JFK: Inside the Target

Secret Service

BrainSurge

Big Time

iCarly ’

Good Luck

Fish Hooks

Raymond

King

Seinfeld ’

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(DISC)

American Chopper ’

(NICK)

Victorious

(DISN)

The Suite Life on Deck

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(FAM)

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Gilmore Girls ’ Å

Funniest Home Videos

“A Carol Christmas” (2003) Tori Spelling. Å

(LIFE)

Unsolved Mysteries

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How I Met

(AMC)

(3:00) “Undisputed” Å

›››› “Million Dollar Baby” (2004) Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank. Å

301

(HBO)

(3:00) ››› “Sunshine State” Å

320

(MAX)

(3:30) ›› “Gothika”

Cash Cab

SpongeBob Fanboy Hannah

(:10) ››‡ “XChange” (2000) ’ ‘R’ Å

TUESDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM (ESPN) (CSN)

(8-ABC)

(6-CBS)

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(12-NBC) News

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Chris

5:30

SpongeBob My Wife

››‡ “Tinker Bell” (2008) ‘G’

›› “The Box” (2009) Cameron Diaz. ’ ‘PG-13’

COMCAST 7

How I Met

6:30

7 PM

7:30

South Park

Beatles Rocked

C. Rose

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

T. Smiley

(:05) ›› “Street Kings” (2008) Å Men of a Certain Age

Glory Daze

Conan (N)

Lopez

Intervention Robby

Intervention

Family Guy

Hoarders Tami; George

The Kennedy Detail (N) ’ Å

››› “Bad Santa” (2003) ’

Secret Service

Kennedy

Hates Chris Hates Chris George

Lopez

The Nanny

Wizards

Suite/Deck

Good Luck

Fish Hooks

Hannah

Reba Å

Suite/Deck

Good Luck

“Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007) Melissa Joan Hart.

The 700 Club Å

My Wife

“Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal” Å

How I Met

Frasier ’

Treatment

›› “The Uninvited” (2009) ‘PG-13’

8 PM

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9:30

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››› “Crazy Heart” (2009) Jeff Bridges. ‘R’ Å

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College Basketball

Post Live

Redskins

SportsNet

Wizards

NBA Basketball: Philadelphia 76ers at Washington Wizards.

Postgame

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8 News

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ABC News

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The Dr. Oz Show Å

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SportsNet

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Nightline

J. Kimmel

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Dancing With the Stars (Season Finale) Å

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CBS6 News Extra (N)

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NCIS: Los Angeles (N)

The Good Wife On Tap

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Judge Judy Judge Judy Simpsons

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Two Men

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Raising

FOX News at 10 (N)

How I Met

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NBC News

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Inside Ed.

The Biggest Loser (N) ’ Å

Parenthood (N) Å

News

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News

Raising

Wendy Williams Show

Judge Mathis (N) Å

Judge B.

Payne

One Tree Hill ’ Å

Life Unexpected Å

TMZ (N) ’

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Friends ’

Jeannie

Cheers ’

Funniest Home Videos

Dharma

Chris

How I Met

WGN News at Nine (N)

Scrubs ’

Frontline Facing Death

Independent Lens (N)

Bewitched

WordGirl

BBC News

Business

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

(57-PBS) Arthur

Cat in the

Peep

Curious

Clifford

Steves

Sid

Chris

NOVA (N) Å (DVS)

Keeping Up Ken Burns American

How I Met

Frontline Facing Death

The Civil War Forever Free: 1862 ’

Law & Order: SVU

Bones ’ Å

(TNT)

Law & Order Vendetta

Law & Order ’

Bones ’ Å

(WTBS)

Friends ’

Raymond

King

Seinfeld ’

(A&E)

CSI: Miami Man Down

CSI: Miami ’ Å

The First 48 Å

(SPIKE)

Ways Die

(DISC)

American Chopper ’

Cash Cab

Dirty Jobs ’ Å

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iCarly ’

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(FAM)

’70s Show

(LIFE)

56 301 320

Friends ’ Ways Die

Alien Sex

NOVEMBER 23, 2010 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

1 Winning

Jeopardy!

How I Met

“A Few Good Men”

Public Speaking (N) ’ Å

Burning

Cyberchase Electric

King

Family Guy

Profiles

(23-PBS) Fetch! With (USA)

Friends ’ Scrubs ’

››› “Troy” (2004) Brad Pitt. Achilles leads Greek forces in the Trojan War. Å

›‡ “Half Baked” (1998) ‘R’ Å

6 PM

Family Guy

Earl Scrubs ’

My Wife

Wartorn 1861-2010 ’ Å

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Reba Å

Family Guy

Chris

The Closer Å

NFL Live

Inside Ed.

J. Kimmel

CBS6 News Extra (N)

Cheers ’

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Nightline

Family Guy

Cheers ’

’70s Show

Post Live

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Judge Mathis (N) Å

iCarly ’

SportsCenter Å

SportsNet

Judge Judy Judge Judy Simpsons

Jeannie

Friends ’

The New Virginians (a club for women new to the Richmond area in the last two years) will have its monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Maggiano’s Little Italy, (11800 West Broad Street, #2204, Richmond, VA, 23233). January is “Friendship Month” for our club this year. We have planned fun activities for our members to enjoy. The cost for the luncheon is $25 for club members and their guests. Reservations for the luncheon are requested by noon on January 5.Contact Sam Gentz – 639-7042.

NOVEMBER 22, 2010 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

Wendy Williams Show Bewitched

Wednesday, Jan. 12

Raymond

Hannah

King

Currier

Law & Order: SVU

Chris King South Park C. Rose

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

T. Smiley

Psych In Plain Fright

Burn Notice

›› “The Bucket List” (2007) Jack Nicholson.

Southland Phase Three

CSI: NY ’

Family Guy

Glory Daze (N)

Conan (N)

Lopez

The First 48 10 Pounds

Billy

Parking

Ways Die

Auction

Dirty Jobs Horse Tester

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Dirty Jobs ’ Å

Dirty Jobs

Seinfeld ’ Ways Die

Dirty Jobs ’ Å

SpongeBob My Wife

My Wife

Billy Ways Die

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Lopez

The Nanny

Suite/Deck

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Fish Hooks

Hannah

Suite/Deck

Good Luck

Gilmore Girls ’ Å

Holly and Hal Moose

Funniest Home Videos

›››‡ “Aladdin” (1992), Robin Williams Å

Funniest Home Videos

The 700 Club Å

My Wife

Unsolved Mysteries

Chris

How I Met

Reba Å

Wife Swap ’ Å

How I Met

Frasier ’

(AMC)

“The Sum of All Fears”

›››‡ “A Few Good Men” (1992, Drama) Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson.

(HBO)

Starsky

›› “Aliens in the Attic” (2009) ‘PG’

›› “Amelia” (2009) Hilary Swank. ’ ‘PG’ Å

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(MAX)

Scooby

(:20) “The Day the Earth Stood Still”

(:05) ››› “Black Rain” (1989) Michael Douglas.

(:15) ››› “Beverly Hills Cop” (1984) ’ ‘R’ Å

The Mechanicsville Local

November 17, 2010

Chris

How I Met

Reba Å

Wife Swap ’ Å

››› “Top Gun” (1986, Adventure) Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis.

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How I Met

›››‡ “The Terminator” (1984) Å

REAL Sports Gumbel

Boardwalk Empire ’

››‡ “Beverly Hills Cop II” ‘R’

Dennis

“Beverly Hills Cop III”

MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES SOUTHERN BAPTIST

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST

PRESBYTERIAN

Mechanicsville Christian Center, 8061 Shady Grove Road – Sundays 9 & 10:30 am; Wed. Children & Small Groups 7pm, Mid & HS Ministries Sunday & Thursday Nights. 746-4303 or www.mccag.org

Truth Baptist Church Independent, friendly We are a new church that loves people! Meeting at: The Meadowbridge 7th Day Adventist Church, 7410 Pole Green rd. Sunday School-9:40a.m. Worship service-10:30a.m. Sunday evening - 6:00p.m. Pastor Erik Hastings Call for Wed. location (804) 627-2170 www.truthbaptistonline.org

MECHANICSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN Atlee & Signal Hill Rd. Carol C. Fisher, Pastor 746-5496 www.mechpres.org Sunday Schedule: 9am Contemp.; 9:45am Education; 11am Tradional

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST Trinity Christian Church, 8469 Atlee Rd. 746-4838. A Gateway to God’s Transforming Loving Grace. Sunday School 9:30am, Worship 10:45am & a Tues. Service 8am Gregory L. Ott, Pastor Amantha Barbee, Minster of Music Helen Simpson, LCSW, Minister of Counseling

EPISCOPAL All SOULS CHURCH Worship at 9:30am on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sundays at Cool Spring Elem. School 9964 Honey Meadows Rd. Mech. Barbara Marques, Interim Vicar www.allsoulsva.org Immanuel Episcopal Welcomes You! 779-3454 3263 Old Church Rd. Sun 9&11am Holy Eucharist. Education for all ages at 10am. Nursery 10-12. Refreshments after 11am service. immanueloc.org St. Paul’s Episcopal Church , Rte 301 & 54, Hanover Courthouse, VA 23069, Fall Schedule: Sunday Service will be at 8am & 10:30am with Christian Education for all ages at 9:15am. A nursery is available for infants and toddlers at the 10:30am service. Rev. Jack Sutor 537-5516. stpaulshanover.com

EVANGELICAL FRIENDS Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk. 804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sundays 8:30 or 11am, w/Sunday School @ 9:45. Daily preschool & after school child care.

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: landmarkbaptistrichmond.org Rural Point Baptist Church Independent Baptist (KJV) 6548 Studley Road, (804) 730-3226 Sunday School - 10 am, Sunday Worship Services - 11 am & 6 pm Wednesday Evening Adult/Teen Bible Study - 7 pm Children’s Music Scripture Class 4-10 yr. old Check us out on the web, or better yet, come visit us! www.ruralpointbaptist.com

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INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11am, Contemporary 9:30am, Bible School ay 8:15, 9:30am & 11am. Rick Raines, Senior Minister Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister, Mike Langley, Associate Minister, Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister, Joe Thompson, Youth Minister, Rose Williams, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org Liberty Christian Church 8137 Liberty Circle, 746-8412 Sunday Services: Bible School 9:45am AM Worship 10:45am, Wed. Bible Study & Youth 6:00pm Minister: Shawn Williams libertychristianva.com Liberty Christian School Preschool-7th grade 746-3062 LCS Administrator: Margaret Greer libertychristianschool.org Pole Green Church of Christ 8319 Lee Davis Rd. 746-3376, 9am Sunday School; 10am Morning Worship; 7pm Evening Worship; 7pm Wednesday Bible Study Senior Minister, Danny Stalls. 746-3376 www.pgchurchofchrist.com

LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 www.mlcas.org Sunday Service- 8:15 & 10:45am, Sun. School 9:30. Preschool for 3 -5 yr olds. Child Care 7am-6pm St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) @ Bennett’s Chapel, 8014 Lee Davis Rd. 427-7500 saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rod Bitely, Pastor, Worship Service 10:30am. Nursery Provided.

NAZARENE Hanover Church of the Nazarene - Come Experience the Transformational Life. Relevant Teaching & Vibrant worship each week at 10:45 AM. 8391 Atlee Road Mech. VA 23116 746-3900. www.hanoverlife.com

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Speaking Spirit Ministries Non denominational worship services, Sun. 11am Wilder Middle School, 6900 Wilkinson Road. 804-254-0123 www.speakingspirit.org The Master’s House, 303A Ashcake Rd. Ashland, Sun. 10AM, Wed. 7PM, "KIDMO" Kids Ministry., Youth Media/Gaming Ctr., 368-7592 www.mastershouse.net Advertise with The Mechanicsville Local Call 746-1235 for more details!

SALEM Presbyterian Church - Loving members, biblically-based teaching & preaching. Join us in our historic sanctuary! Worship 11AM, fellowship after. 5394 Studley Rd. Pastor: Sandi Shaner 746-0732

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Meadowbridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7400 Antique Lane Mechanicsville, Saturday Services: Sabbath School, 9:30am. Worship Service 11am. Wed. evening Prayer Meeting & Kids Clubs for Children of all ages, 7pm. Church phone #746-2788

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church , 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday School, 9am; Worship 10:15am (Nursery prov.); Wed. night prayer service 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Children in Action, Preschool to 5th grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Rev. John Johnson. Youth Pastor, Reverend Craig Secor. Church 781-0330. www.blackcreek.org Broadus Memorial Baptist Church , 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship, Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 broaduschurch.org Cool Spring Baptist Church , 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For information, activities & service times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800. Fairmount Memorial Baptist Church Celebrate Jesus with us on Sundays in Bible Study for all ages at 9:15am. Morning Worship 10:30am, & evening worship at 5:30pm. Child care is available for all services. The church is located on Mech. Trnpk, Hwy 360, just east of Laburnum Ave., and 2.2 miles west of 295. For info., call 329.5420.

New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Emily Swartz, Minister of Youth & Education Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am. Bible Study/Youth activities; 6:00 pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church Worship 8:30 am & 11 am, Sunday School 9:45am Pastor Robert Lee 9200 New Ashcake Road, Mech. 550-9601 www.newhighlandbaptist.org Northside Baptist, 7600 Studley Road 746-4952 www.northsideva.org Worship 10:15am, Bible Study 9:00am Wed. activities for all ages: 5:30-7:30pm Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Rev. Mark Miller Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth Ryan Greene -Youth Min, Jean M. Dart, Music shalombaptist.net Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Rev. Mark Miller Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth Ryan Greene -Youth Min, Jean M. Dart, Music shalombaptist.net

SOVEREIGN GRACE BAPTIST New Hope Baptist - Located at 5452 Spotslee Circle, Mechanicsville. 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. Mech. VA. 23116 Rev. Kanguk Lee. 746-4719. Come & Join us for Worship each Sun. 11am (Nursery prov) Sun. School, 9:45am for all ages.

Family Life Baptist Church. Meeting at Laurel Meadows Elementary School, 8248 Lee Davis Rd. Mech. Sunday Service, 10:30am Pastor Paul McDaniel, 804-803-0363 familylifehanover.com

Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am. Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org

First Union Baptist Church, 6231 Pole Green Road (3 miles east of 295) We invite you to worship and grow in the spirit with us. Join us for church school at 8:45am & morning worship at 10am, community bible study 11am & 7:30pm each Wed. 746-4095

Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118

Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hanover Courthouse Rd. 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sun 11am Svc 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. hbchanover.org

Shady Grove United MethodistCelebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:00. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00- All Ages. Nursery for preschoolers at all services. Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev.Tim Madison Sunday Schedule: 8:45am Contemporary Worship, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Traditional Worship

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FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS

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Group AAA Div. 5 Petersburg at Hanover 7:00 p.m.

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NCAA Div. III Montclair St. at Hampden-Sydney 12:00 p.m.

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Lee-Davis sacks Atlee’s playoﬀ hopes

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Above: Lee-Davis’ Emmit Atkins, center, carries as Atlee’s Brian Ratchford (29), Cole Woody (50) and Jeremy Epps, (57) closes in on defense. At right: Atlee’s Shaquille Williams (3) stretches to make a tackle on Lee-Davis’ Caleb Wyatt (4). On the night, both Atkins and Wyatt carried for 131 yards leading the Confederates to a 29-27 win over the Raiders and a share of second place in the Capital District.

By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local The war whoops on the LeeDavis buses said all that needed to be said about the outcome of their game with Atlee on Friday night. The Confederates, who had seen plenty of adversity early in the season, had turned their fortunes around and ended the regular season on a high note as one of the hottest teams in the Central Region, holding off host, No. 10 ranked Atlee, 29-27 and earning a share of second place in the Capital District.

Nevertheless, both teams’ seasons are over. Varina’s 20-12 victory over Highland Springs keeps the Confederates (4-2 Capital, 5-4) out of the Division 6 playoffs. Atlee’s loss, coupled with Petersburg’s 22-21 win over Meadowbrook, ensured the end of the Raiders’ 2010 campaign. Despite the end of the Lee-Davis season, Coach Zac Hayden was happy with what his team had accomplished. “The kids played really, really, really hard,” Hayden said. “They care for each other. They’re a team, they just played

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together, and they kept getting better every week.” The Confederates’ defense came up big, denying the Raiders (2-4, 6-4) despite a 229-yard, two touchdown performance by Atlee quarterback Drew Ferguson. Ferguson completed 19-of 31 passes, but also threw two interceptions. “We knew we had to come up with some stops on defense,” Hayden said. “We came up with stops. We bent, we didn’t break.” Lee-Davis was led by its two running backs, Emmit Atkins and Caleb Wyatt. Atkins ran

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22 times for 131 yards and three touchdowns. Wyatt ran 16 times – also for 131 yards – and one touchdown. The pair combined for two touchdowns in the first half that showed they weren’t intimidated by Atlee’s 14 point-lead in the first quarter. “This was potentially my last game, so there was nothing to hold back,” Atkins said. “I left everything I had out there.” The Confederates proved they could make big plays. A minute after Atlee took a 140 lead, Atkins broke into the Raider defensive backfield for a 57-yard scoring run. He added

a 2-point conversion to make it 14-8. After an Atlee fumble at the end of the first quarter, LeeDavis opened the second quarter with a 46-yard touchdown run by Wyatt. Again, Atkins added two points to give the Confederates a 16-14 lead with 11:50 in the first half. “It just happened. I was just moving,” Wyatt said of his run. “I was ready to score!” The Confederates’ next touchdown – toward the end of the half – came from oldfashioned pounding away at the line-of scrimmage. Starting at

their 44, they reached Atlee’s 9-yard line with the help of back-to-back runs of 26- and 11 yards by Wyatt and Atkins, respectively. Wyatt plunged to the 3-yard line, and Akins finished the drive off with a 3-yard run. This time, the run on the conversion attempt failed, but Lee-Davis took a 22-14 lead into the half. Atlee crept back into contention with a 63-yard scoring drive on the Raiders’ first possession of the second half. Ferguson accounted for almost all of the offense, with a 10see LEE-DAVIS, pg. 46 `

Hanover methodically goes to 10-0 Hanover now prepares for fresh start in playoﬀs By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com There was little celebration on the Hanover sidelines after the No. 2 Hawks downed outmanned host Armstrong 49-14 on Friday night. The players and coaches had a quick chat at one end of the field, packed up equipment then made a quick exit with little fanfare. It was not the expected response from a team that just finished the regular season 100, going undefeated for the first time in school history. But there was little surprise as to the outcome of the game or the challenge that lays ahead for the Hawks (6-0 Capital,10-0). “Going 10-0 is awesome,” said Hanover assistant coach Tom Connolly. “It’s great for the kids. They’ve worked so hard since January-February in the weight room. They’ve really dedicated themselves to this program.” Though Armstrong (06, 3-7) started the season in noteworthy fashion going 3-1, depleted ranks and the challenge of the tough league slate destined them to finish the year 0-6 against Capital District opponents. The Wildcats only fielded 21 players in their final game of the season. Therefore Hanover’s faced more of an internal challenge than one from their opponents when they took the field against the Wildcats. “We just wanted to come out, play a good game, send notice to the rest of the region that we’re her to play good, tough, Hanover football,” said Hawks assistant coach Tom Connolly. “Wanted to make

sure we came here, took care of business and got out with a win.” Check both goals off the Hawks’ list. Hanover ran out to a quick 14-0 lead with sophomore quarterback Sam Rogers carrying most of the load. Rogers, who ran the ball 14 times for 143 yards in one half of action, got the Hawks on the board with a 19-yard keeper for a touchdown minutes into the game. Tre Facison added a second touchdown on a 25-yard scoring run at the 8:17 mark of the first quarter. But the one thing Hanover did not want to see, sloppy play, momentarily reared its ugly head. On Hanover’s first possession of the second quarter, Rogers was picked off and Armstrong returned the ball to the redzone. After having not scored in five of their previous six their games, a Daylin Bolling pass to Cox put the Wildcats on the scoreboard. Bolling then ran in the two-point conversion and Armstrong was within six, 148. “We had some mistakes and we’re going to go back and fix them this week and get ready for our playoff opponent,” Connolly said. Though Armstrong showed momentary life, the score fired up the Hawks, who dominated for the remainder of the game. On their next possession, Hanover widened the margin once again on a 10-yard TD pass from Rogers to Blake Underdown. And Deane Cheatham put a comeback out of reach with a two-yard TD run. The Hawks led 35-8 going into the locker room giving

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Above: Hanover’s KJ Weatherspoon (4) skies to break up a potential touchdown pass to Armstrong’s Jatian McLane (35) as Aaron Hall (21) comes in to defend. At right: Andrew Knizner muscles his way upf ield against the Armstrong defense. With a comfortable lead, Knizner carried the load at quarterback throughout the second half of play.

them the opportunity to play mainly second team members for the remainder of the contest. Sophomore quarterback Andrew Knizner ran the offense over the final two quarters and sophomore running back David Cryster carried the workload (11- 69) to score on TD runs of five and 15 yards. Armstrong added a late game see HAWKS, pg. 47 `

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Atlee volleyball quickly nabs ﬁrst region title

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Raiders knock oﬀ Deep Run in three sets for region win By Arthur Utley Media General News Services That the Atlee girls volleyball team won the Central Region girls volleyball championship is no surprise. What was a surprise was how quickly the Raiders dispatched perennial power Deep Run in the region tournament final last night at Hanover High. Atlee won 2520, 25-20, 25-12. The match took a little more than an hour to play. When Atlee won a regular season meeting between the teams Oct. 25 at Atlee, the match went five sets. The Raiders bolted to a 14-2 lead in the opening game. “We jumped out so quickly, I was worried,” Atlee coach Curtis Carpenter said. “They’re a better team than that, and it showed.”

The Wildcats trailed 21-5 when they put together a 13point streak that closed the gap to 22-18. Carpenter called timeout, but Deep Run scored again to make it 22-19. Atlee regained focus and stretched the margin to 24-19. “We tried not to get too excited and tried to keep calm, and it worked,” Atlee’s Karlie Suber said. Deep Run scored one more point before Atlee closed out the game. “We operate best when we’re relaxed,” Deep Run coach Terra Balla said. “You saw it when we were behind 21-5 and went on the run. You got a glimpse of what we can do when we’re relaxed.” The rally was the high point of the match for the Wildcats. They led for a couple of points in the second set, but the Raiders pulled even at 13 and finished the set with four consecutive points while senior Jordyn Richardson was serving. The third game opened with

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Left: In the Central Region championship, Atlee’s Hailey Brooks (3) goes for a kill against Deep Run’s Stephanie Forshey (9) and Kelly Snarr (13). Above: Atlee’s Katy Stiles hammers home a shot past Snarr. Below: Atlee’s Karlie Suber, right, slips a shot past the defense of Mills Godwin’s Maddei Wood (18) and Caitie Geoghegan in the regional semifinals.

Hailey Brooks jump serving the Raiders to eight consecutive points. Richardson served during a five point run, and Morgan Schute, another of the four seniors on the team, served for the match. “The crowd was cheering. I was nervous, and I wanted to make it a good one. It was nerve wracking, but exciting at the same time,” Schute said. The serve was a good one, and when Meg Bowers put away the return for the final point, the Raiders celebrated their first region championship. “When the girls are calm and playing smoothly they can be scary good,” Carpenter said. “I don’t think I’ve seen them play their best yet.” Atlee will play host to the Northwest Region runner-up Tuesday in a state Group AAA quarterfinal. Deep Run will be kills, 7 digs; Suzy Rosser (DR) 6 kills, kills, 4 blocks; Katy Stiles (A) 7 kills; on the road at the Northwest Dispatch. champion. Deep Run ...........................20 20 12 6 digs, block; Ashley Dintaman (DR) Meg Bowers (A) 6 kills; Courtney Atlee ...................................25 25 25

21 assists, 5 digs; Hailey Brooks (A) 7 Booth (A) 5 kills; Jordyn Richardson

kills, 10 digs, 5 aces; Karlie Suber (A) (A) 5 aces. Arthur Utley is a staff writer for the Richmond Times Highlights: Chaney LaReau (DR) 10 7 kills, 5 digs; Kayleigh Moody (A), 5 Records: Deep Run 24-6; Atlee 25-1

Hanover runners earn All-State honors Breidenbaugh and Gordon excel at Great Meadows By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Both the boys and girls Hanover cross country squads finished the season on a high by turning in noteworthy performances in the Group AAA state meet at Great Meadows last Saturday. Hanover’s Molly Breidenbaugh continued her remarkable first season by claiming sixth place (18:25) on the 3-mile course to finish as the top freshman in the state of Virginia. At the same time, senior Anna Gordon capped an outstanding career by finishing the race 10 seconds behind her teammate, (one second off her personal record) for an 11th place finish to join Breidenbaugh as the only runners from the Capital District, boys or girls, to achieve AllState honors. “Both of them ran an outstanding race,” said Hanover head coach Cameron Hopper. “What’s interesting is that both Molly and Anna run a very different race. Molly likes to go out and hold on in the leader group while Anna holds back a little bit, gets her stride going and picks off individuals as the race progresses. So both of them had very different strategies but very good results.” For Breidenbaugh, it is only the beginning of what could turn into a remarkable career. “It’s really an outstanding feat for her to do so well under big-time pressure situations,” Hopper said. “I think it just shows how talented she is. The challenge for us coaches is to keep her expectations in check. Trying not to let her do too

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Hanover freshman Molly Breidenbaugh (above) and senior Anna Gordon (right) both earned All-State honors this past weekend at the Group AAA cross country meet at Great Meadows. Breidenbaugh finished sixth as the top freshman in the state while Gordon came in 10 second later in 11th place.

much too fast. Trying to hold her back just a little bit and let her progress as each year comes. Sometimes you see the girls do really, really well then fall off a little bit.” Gordon was thrilled to simply be able to run the race she’s always wanted to run. “This is what she’s been shooting for, for four years,” Hopper said. “It seems like she’s been nicked up for four years, something’s been wrong and this year she was healthy. “When she went out that day she felt strong about her race and she felt good about the strategy we set forth for her and she executed extremely well. She was about as happy of an individual as you can get. She was thrilled to have that honor because it is an outstanding group of individuals. She was definitely shooting for the All-State and she was able to pull it off.”

Lee-Davis sophomore Bonny Turnage finished 41st with a time of 19:28. Not to be overshadowed by the Hawk girls accomplishments was a solid performance by the Hanover boys team which made it’s first ever appearance in the state meet. As a team, the Hawks 238 was good enough to claim 12th place, edging out Deep Run by two points. In reaching the state meet as a team, Hanover accomplished one of its major goals of the season. “Our goal all year was to make it to states,” Hopper said. “The boys when they went into the regional meet were unbelievably excited and raring to go. I think we got to states it might have been a little bit over-whelming, they were really excited.” On one of the toughest courses they’ve run, two Hawks set personal records in the final meet of the season. Junior

James Foyer finished ahead of his teammates with a personal best time of 16:30, good enough for a 48th place finish. Senior Baylor Dickerson also set a personal best time of 16:54. “They were really pumped up,” Hopper said. Michael Goolsby finished in 16:45, followed by Dickerson, Lucas Nachman 17:06, Sam Rosser 17:38, Caleb Haneline 18:09 and Joe Jarrells 20:03. “Our team as whole did a solid job and for them to finish 12th in the state is a great accomplishment,” Hopper said. Atlee senior Andrew Catanese finished top among local runners, in 32nd place with a time of 16:15. Lee-Davis’ Robbie Longest came in 57th with a time of 16:41 and teammate Cody Snyder 17:18. Midlothian won both the girls and boys team competitions. Maggie Walker Governor’s School was second

among the girls. GIRLS RESULTS (3.1 miles at Great Meadow) Team scores: 1. Midlothian 104; 2. Maggie Walker Governor’s School 113; 3. Colonial Forge 114; 4. Thomas Jefferson-Alexandria 136; 5. Lake Braddock 160; 6. Albemarle 170; 7. West Potomac 188; 8. Cosby 203; 9. Mills Godwin 222; 10. West Springfield 223; 11. Osbourn Park 234; 12. Princess Anne 250; 13. Mountain View 318; 14. Ocean Lakes 335; 15. Grassfield 377; 16. Kellam 385. Top 15 individuals (all-state): 1. Hannah Lowery, Stafford, 17:41; 2. Sophie Chase, Lake Braddock, 17:41; 3. Megan Moye, Cosby, 18:03; 4. Carolyn Hennessey, Herndon, 18:16; 5. Anna Spiers, Maggie Walker GS, 18:18; 6. Molly Breidenbaugh, Hanover, 18:25; 7. Erica Dobbs Deep Run, 18:28; 8. Lizzie Cornell, Princess Anne, 18:30; 9. Allison Huschke, Albemarle, 18:31; 10. Claire Benjamin, Midlothian, 18:31; 11. Anna Gordon, Hanover, 18:35; 12.

Kara Dickerson, Midlothian, 18:38; 13. Rachel Galton, MWGS, 18:42; 14. Daisy Banta, MWGS, 18:47; 15. Shaina Manuel, Colonial Forge. Other Local finishers: 41. Bonny Turnage, Lee-Davis 19:28 BOYS RESULTS Team scores: 1. Midlothian 46; 2. Colonial Forge 104; 3. Albemarle 125; 4. Stafford 144; 5. Riverbend 170; 6. West Potomac 173; 7. Douglas Freeman 200; 8. Lake Braddock 217; 9. South Lakes 229; 10. Herndon 233; 11. Ocean Lakes 275; 12. Hanover 283; 13. Deep Run 285; 14. Grassfield 290; 15. Western Branch 353; 16. Hickory 386. Other Local finishers: 37. Andrew Catanese, Atlee, 16:15; 48. James Foyer, Hanover, 16:30; 57. Robbie Longest, Lee-Davis, 16:41; 63. Michael Goolsby, Hanover, 16:45; 77. Baylor Dickerson, Hanover, 16:54; 84. Lucas Nachman, Hanover, 17:06; 98. Cody Snyder, Lee-Davis, 17:18; 115. Sam Rosser, Hanover, 17:38; 126. Caleb Haneline, Hanover, 18:09; 135. Joe Jarrells, Hanover, 20:03.

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H-SC rallies to win The Game in rousing style Tigers use big 2nd quarter to keep playoﬀ hopes alive By Will Van Wazer Media General News Services HA M P DE N - SY DN EY — The 116th edition of the matchup known simply as “The Game” lived up to its reputation yesterday. Quarterback Travis Lane scored on a pair of 1-yard runs, and Hampden-Sydney rallied from a 14-point deficit then held off Randolph-Macon to win The Game Ball trophy 3128. In 10 forgettable minutes for H-SC, the Tigers fumbled three times and allowed a blocked punt (David Fetter/Lee-Davis) resulting in a touchdown. Thaddeus Scruggs also ran for the first of his two TDs as the Yellow Jackets bolted to a 14-0 lead. “It was almost like Murphy’s law out there,” said Lane, a former Mills Godwin standout. “Anything that can go wrong did go wrong,” But, with the

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yard pass to Will McCombs and consecutive runs of 49, four and two yards – the latter one for a touchdown. Joseph Pulisic’s PAT made it 22-21. For most of the game, however, Ferguson struggled against the Confederates’ defense. He was sacked twice, but rushing pressure forced him to throw the ball away on several occasions – and helped force interceptions in the second and third quarters. The Raiders closed to within two points, 29-27, in the fourth quarter on a 67-yard interception return by Cody Farrar. A

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Randolph-Macon freshman quarterback Greg Petrohovich (13) made his first start of the season against Hampden-Sydney. Petrohovich was 18 of 34 for 199 yards in the 31-28 loss.

resiliency they’ve shown all season, the Tigers had an offensive explosion, driving for more than 70 yards three times in the second quarter. “We’re a rhythm team, a fast-break offense and we got hot there,” H-SC coach Marty Favret said. “I thought that score before the half . . . took the wind out of their sails for a

little bit.” For Randolph-Macon, the story was the play of freshman quarterback Greg Petrohovich (Benedictine), who made his first career start following the injury to Austin Faulkner on Oct. 16. In the first half, Petrohovich completed just four passes for 16 yards as his team struggled to produce any

2-point conversion attempt that would have tied the game failed. It was gut-check time for Lee-Davis. “I just knew after that that we had to pound them again and do what we do,” Wyatt said. Lee-Davis did just that. Atlee began its final drive on its 27-yard line, driving steadily onward until the LeeDavis defense stopped them on a fourth-and-five from the Confederates’ 20. Pulisic attempted a 27-yard field goal that would have won the game. It sailed wide left. “It happens,” Atlee coach Roscoe Johnson said of the

missed field goal. “He’s a 16, 17-year-old kid, and the moment got to him. Honestly, we shouldn’t have gotten to that point. We should have been taking care of business and we didn’t.”

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kind of offensive output. Midway through the third quarter, Petrohovich (18 of 34, 199 yards) seemed to hit his stride. He led the Jackets on a 14-play, 76-yard drive to cut the deficit to 28-21. As the game wound on, both teams matched each other’s play. With just 2:53 left and the Yellow Jackets’ hopes

(pass failed) RUSHING : Lee-Davis – Atkins 22 carries 131 yards, Vaughan 954, Wyatt16-131, Eaton 1-0. Atlee – Elie 11-41, Ferguson 10-68, Hall 1-0, Doggett 4-10. PASSING: Lee-Davis – Vaughan 0 Lee-Davis ................ 8 14 7 0—29 completions 5 attempts 0 yards, 1 Atlee.......................... 14 0 7 6—27 interceptions. Atlee – Ferguson 19A – Price 60 pass from Ferguson 31-229-2. RECEIVING: Atlee – Price 3-88, (Pulisic kick) A – Williams 7 pass from Ferguson McCombs 4-37, Williams 4-62, Underwood 3-34, Morales 1-0, Elie (Pulisic kick) L-D – Atkins 57 run run (Atkins 3-0, Doggett 1-8. kick) Scott Beaudin/For The Local L-D – Wyatt 46 run (Atkins kick) At right: Atlee’s Josh Doggett L-D – Atkins 3 run (run failed) (42) takes the handoff from A – Ferguson 2 run (Pulisic kick) quarterback Drew Ferguson. L-D – Atkins 3 run (Castelvecchi Doggett finished the night kick) with 4 carries for 10 yards and A – Farrar 67 interception return an 8-yard reception.

dwindling, Petrohovich put together a 62-yard drive in just over two minutes, capped off with a 6-yard sneak to put the score at Hampden-Sydney 31, Randolph-Macon 28. On the ensuing onside kick, Tigers senior free safety Bill Doody recovered the kick to seal the Tigers’ win. While the loss ends the season for Randolph-Macon, Hampden-Sydney is hoping that this win provides an at large bid to the NCAA Division III tournament and a chance to make some history. “Hampden-Sydney as a program has never won a playoff game before,” Lane said. “We’re really trying to put that together and keeping being able to play and practice with our seniors and our whole team.”

H-SC — King 41 run Prizzia kick) H-SC — Bruckner 2 pass from Lane (Prizzia kick) H-SC — Lane 1 run (Prizzia kick) R-MC — Scruggs 4 run (Storm kick) H-SC — FG Prizza 33 R-MC — Petrohovich 6 run (Storm kick) RUSHING Randolph-Macon: Sanders 14 carries 56 yards, Scruggs 13-39, Petrohovich 13-38, Peoples 1-2. Hampden-Sydney: King 9-66, Sparagna 2-10, Vance 1-6, Shembo 2-4 PASSING Randolph-Macon: Petrohovich 18 completions, 34 attempts, 199 yards, 0 touchdowns, 1 interception. Hampden-Sydney: Lane 28-45-299-1 Randolph-Macon......14 0 7 7 — 28 RECEIVING Hampden-Sydney..... 0 21 7 3 — 31 Randolph-Macon: Peoples 8 receptions, R-MC — Scruggs 3 run (Storm 68 yards, Atkinson 6-85, Sanders 1kick) 15, Hendren R-MC — McGhee blocked punt 1-15. Hampden-Sydney: Vance 9recovered 86, in end zone (Storm kick) Canagh 7-125, Bruckner 6-47, King H-SC — Lane 1 run (Prizzia kick) 5-32.

Congratulations Hornets 12U

ODAC puts two in D-III tourney and Emory & Henry in 2000. Hampden-Sydney and USA South champion Bridgewater join USA Christopher Newport (6-4) South champion Christopher draws a road assignment against Newport in playoﬀs

Photo submitted by Cheryl Guess

Front from left: Hannah Beverley, Alyssa Phipps, Peyton Slater, Molly Sheffield, Grayson Radcliffe. Middle: Ella Alvis, Jesse Gentry, Sydney Guess, Heather Childress, Gracie Jones, Caroline Grubbs. Back: Johnny Sheffield, Chad Radcliffe, Jeff Guess.

The Hanover Hornets 12U Fastpitch Softball team completed their Fall season by winning the Silver bracket championship game in the NSA Powhatan Fall Classic Tournament held November 67. There were 24 teams competing in the 12U age division. While the temperature plummeted, the Hornet bats stayed hot winning the final game in dramatic fashion 9-8. It was a total team effort. Congratulations to the Hornets for a great 2010 season. Submitted by Cheryl Guess

Congratulations Fisher Dr. Christopher M. Fisher, a former Hanover County resident and Atlee High School track and cross-country athlete, (1992-1996), completed the 2010 ING New York City Marathon in 2:52.46 finishing in 463rd place overall (top 1 percent) and qualified for the Boston Marathon.

The world’s largest marathon, that took place on Sunday, November 7 and boasted 45,000 runners, was Fisher’s first marathon attempt and, according to him, probably his last. Dr. Fisher, 32, the son of J.D. and Judie Fisher of Mechanicsville, now lives in NYC.

No. 1 Hermitage 41, Patrick Henry 28 Staff reports Brendon Riddick had 19 carries for 157 yards and two touchdowns and he connected on four of eight passes for 32 yards and a pair of scores as top-ranked Hermitage (7-0, 100) powered past Patrick Henry (4-3, 5-5) 41-28 in a Colonial District game Friday night. Darian Henley added 11 carries for 102 yards and a score for the Panthers, and Triston Wright returned a kickoff 83 yards for a touchdown. Curtis Grant led the Hermitage defense with seven tackles. Patrick Henry’s Brian

Houchens returned an interception 80 yards for a score. Patrick Henry............ 0 7 7 14—28 Hermitage ................ 7 14 20 0—41 H — Brown 14 pass from Riddick (Stiebel kick) H —Riddick 9 run (Stiebel kick) PH — Mock 29 pass from Waller (Mejia kick) H — Wright 83 kickoff return (Stiebel kick) H —Riddick 8 run (kick failed) H — Clark 5 pass from Riddick H —Henley 25 run (Stiebel kick) PH —Mock 7 run (Mejia kick) PH —Waller 2 run (Mejia kick) PH — Houchens 80 int. return (Mejia kick)

Staff Reports Hampden-Sydney, coming off a 31-28 victory over Randolph-Macon on Saturday, will be at home when the Division III playoffs begin this weekend. The Tigers (9-1) received an at-large bid and will play host to Montclair State (9-1) this Saturday at noon. ODAC champion Washington and Lee (8-2) received the sixth seed with its automatic bid and will visit No. 3 seed Thomas More (10-0), also at noon. The bids for H-SC and W&L mark the first time two ODAC schools will play in the D-III tournament since Bridgewater

HAWKS Continued from pg. 43 b

score on a 35-yard TD pass from Bolling to Jatain McLane to create the final margin. Though the 10-0 mark is a major accomplishment, the footnote to the Hawks’ season is that they accomplished the feat against one of the most talented Capital District slates ever. “I think anytime you go 100 it’s awesome regardless of how tough your competition is,” Connolly said. “But it’s been tough. We have a possible two teams going (to playoffs) for Division 5 and a possible two go from Division 6.” Regardless of what lays ahead, Hanover can claim it’s first ever win over both Highland Springs and Varina, and for the fourth year in a row handling every county opponent. But for Hanover, the regular season is now in the books and they need to focus on the future. “When you go 10-0 it’s

Mary Hardin-Baylor (10-0) at 1 p.m. DIVISION III PLAYOFFS First round Saturday Muhlenberg (7-3) at Wesley (9-

0), noon Montclair St. (9-1) at HampdenSydney (9-1), noon Washington and Lee (8-2) at Thomas More (10-0), noon Wittenberg (10-0) Northern (9-1), noon

Ohio

Trine (10-0) at DePauw (9-1), noon St. Lawrence (5-5) at Mount Union (10-0), noon

Salisbury (7-2) at Delaware Valley (8-2), noon California Lutheran (8-1) at Linfield (8-1), 3 N.Y. Maritime (10-0) at Alfred (8Second round Nov. 27 2), noon Muhlenberg-Wesley winner vs. Montclair St.-Hampden-Sydney Endicott (9-2) at Cortland St. (9- Washington and Lee-Thomas 1), noon More winner vs. Christopher Newport-Mary Hardin-Baylor Christopher Newport (6-4) at winner St. Norbert-North Central winMary Hardin-Baylor (10-0), 1 ner vs. Wittenberg-Ohio Northern St. Norbert (7-3) at North Central winner Trine-DePauw winner vs. (10-0), 1 Franklin-Wis.-Whitewater winner Franklin (9-1) at Wis.-Whitewater St. Lawrence-Mount Union winner vs. Salisbury-Delaware Valley (10-0), 1 winner Benedictine (8-2) at St. Thomas, N.Y. Maritime-Alfred winner vs. Endicott-Cortland St. winner Minn. (10-0), 1 Benedictine-St. Thomas, Minn. Coe (9-1) at Wheaton, Ill. (9-1), 1 winner vs. California LutheranLinfield winner Bethel, Minn. (9-1) at Wartburg Bethel, Minn.-Wartburg winner vs. Coe-Wheaton, Ill. winner (10-0), 2

kind of tough not to look back on what you’ve done but we’re going to look at this as a fresh start because we can’t afford to make mistakes now,” Connolly said. “One loss and you’re out. It’s a fresh season. Everybody’s 0-0. Records don’t matter, points don’t matter, standings don’t matter. So this is a fresh start for us. We’re looking ahead to our opponent, whoever it’s going to be. We’re going to prepare for them.” Hanover hosts Petersburg in the opening round of the Photo submitted by Manny Tavares Div. 5 playoffs Friday night at From front left: Jacob Rehmer-Stephens ,Tyler Blaum, Cameron 7 p.m. Smith, Dan Anderson, Nick Morgan, Tucker Martin. Middle:

Congratulations U13 Sabers

Hanover......................14 20 7 8—49 Armstrong.................... 0 8 0 6—14 H —Rogers 19 run (Palmen kick) H —Facison 25 run (Palmen kick) A—Cox, pass from Daylin Bolling (Bolling run) H — Underdown 30 pass from Rogers (Palmen kick) H —Cheatham 2 run (Palmen kick) H —Cryster 5 run (Rice kick) H —Cryster 15 run (Cryster run) A — Jatain McLane 35 pass from Bolling (run failed)

Garrett Morgan, Abigail Vayette, Kristin Yeager, Mackenzie Finchum, Brandon Rinderle, Reece Theakston. Back: Dean Tyler, Holden Tyler, Preston Gilbert, Brian Rinderle.

MUFC U13 Sabers weren’t immune to being called underdogs this season and heading into this weekend’s tournament, The Capital Fall Classic, with hundreds of soccer clubs in and out of the state competing for a share of the honors. Mechanicsville United FC in its first season producing an 11-game win streak that captured the VA Soccer division title and were crowned Sunday champions of U13 division in the Capital Fall Classic. We are so proud of a fantastic effort by this team and Coach Brian & asst coach Dean in their first season overcoming such adversity being part of a new club in Mechanicsville quoted Manny and Warren co founders. Congratulations team and coaches on a job well done. Submitted by Manny Tavares

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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 `

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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.

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Employment GENERAL HELP AMS of Virginia., t/a Off the Hook (Richmond) , seeks sales & location manager. Resp for financial/acctg, customer service, quality assurance, etc. Directly supervise sales workers in a retail environment. REQ: BS in business/related/equiv. + 12 mos. exp. as sales/operations mgr/related + knowledge of cell phone repair, computerized inventory control & store mgt. Resumes to othwireless@verizon.net Delivery Driver/Warehouse - Goochland based laundry distributor is seeking a person to work in the warehouse & do deliveries. Must have excellent driving record & customer service skills. Must be Drug Free. For an interview call 784-6100, between the hours of 8am to 4pm. Drivers: Increased Freight! No-Touch & Have a Home Life! Great Weekly Pay, Benefits! CDL-A, 2 yrs. Exp. Swing Transport: 1-800-849-5378 General Laborers, Full time year round work. 1 week paid vacation after 1 year of employment. 804-261-0703 Heavy Duty/Light Duty Wrecker DriverMust have CDL- Class A & Good Driving Record. Insurance offered. 746-4937 MACHINIST - CNC LATHE Mechanicsville, Virginia company is looking for a highly skilled person to help set up and operate a CNC Lathe (Siemens controls). CNC Lathe experience is required. Typical hours of operation are 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Clean working environment, benefits and paid holidays. If you are experienced and motivated, send resume to: 8057 Elm Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 or email to jcoggins@wyattseal.com

Terry’s Tire Town is a rapidly growing leader in the tire wholesale distribution industry. We have immediate openings for the following positions: Delivery Drivers Day Shift Warehouse Associates Night Shift Warehouse Associates Applicants must be detail-oriented, friendly, career- minded and possess a professional attitude. Good driving record a must. We offer a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, 401k, paid vacation and holidays. Terry’s Tire Town Applications are accepted Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm. For consideration please apply at 4501 Carolina Ave, Bldg. F, Henrico, VA or send resume via e-mail to hjohnston@terrystiretown.com. Phone calls will not be accepted. EEO

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Legal Notices LEGAL NOTICES VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HANOVER In re: Robert L. Sherrod, deceased #CWF04000330 SHOW CAUSE AGAINST DISTRIBUTION It is hereby ORDERED that the creditors of, and all others interested in, the above estate show cause if any they can, on the 9th day of December, 2010 at 9:00 a.m., before this Court at 7497 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia, against the payment and delivery of the estate without requiring refunding bonds. ENTERED: 11/3/2010 J. Overton Harris, Hanover County Circuit Court Judge

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November 17, 2010

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Woody Hogg Bradley Boykin Tripp Hogg Bryan Boykin 427-5104 427-5101 427-5110 427-5126

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! D L O S Meadowbridge

This lovely home is in great condition! Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, eat in kitchen with breakfast nook, family room with fireplace, first floor bedroom with bathroom, Florida room, replacement windows, paved driveway, rear patio, all appliances convey, and 1 year warranty included! $204,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details!

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Joe Doherty 427-5097

PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR LEASE PURCHASE

Walnut Grove Road Gorgeous 2-story Dutch Colonial on 5.84 acres! This custom built home features 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, family room with brick fireplace, formal living and dining rooms, large utility room with extra cabinets, 20x30 unfinished room over garage that can be easily made into a 4th bedroom, large rear deck, 2-car garage, detached carport that is perfect for a boat, and 1-year ERA buyers home warranty. $378,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100.

7337 Luck Avenue – 3 Bedroom, 2 bath renovated rancher with garage.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5101 for details.

Fran McCauley Garry Smith Joe Sperry 909-9626 427-5116 417-1251

Aylett Come see this beautiful 3 bedrooms, 2 full bath, almost 1,300 sq. ft. Transitional Ranch home! This lovely home offers hardwood floors and cathedral ceilings in the Family room with gas fireplace, spacious eat-in kitchen with bay windows, new dishwasher, new hot water heater, and large rear deck. The home sits on 1.23 acres with a detached storage shed and fenced rear yard. $148,925.

Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts at 804-382-6899 for more details.

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Carolyn Fleischer 370-1144

Pam Hogg 427-5102

Russell Crews 746-5432

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Battlefield Green – 4+ Car Garage

This lovely 2-story home is perfect for a car enthusiast! Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, family room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook and new vinyl, formal dining room, rear staircase, freshly painted, fenced rear yard, rear deck, attached 2-car garage, and detached 2-car garage but big enough for 3 or 4 cars plus it’s heated and cooled! In a great location and seller is offering 1-year home warranty! $259,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details! A Y ERRANT R WA

Spring Meadows This lovely all-brick rancher has been well-kept and features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, family room with fireplace, formal dining room, 2-car garage with attached Florida/Rec room, like new hardwood floors, covered patio with pond, fenced rear yard, and 1-year AHS buyers home warranty. $217,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details.

Sandston Wonderful 4 bedroom, 2 bath, Ranch home in the heart of Sandston! This house would make a great starter home for a growing family. Home sits perfectly on a corner lot with fenced rear yard and storage shed. Convenient to Interstates 295 and 64 and just minutes from downtown Richmond. $174,950.

Call Michelle Davenport at 804-363-7765 for more details. BANK OWNED

Gorgeous 2-Story on 13 Acres in King William

Strawhorn

Gorgeous custom-built home on very private lot. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms, large family room with fireplace, bright and open eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, granite countertops, & double oven, formal living and dining rooms, master bedroom with master bath and walk-in closet, separate apartment that would make a great in-law suite, a bright sunroom that leads out to the patio, gorgeous inground pool, and 2-car attached garage. This home is a must see!

Don’t miss this beautiful Cape that sits on over an acre parklike private lot in the Hanover High School district! This home features over 1,800 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, eat-in kitchen, huge family room with gas fireplace, master suite with his and hers closets and private balcony, country front porch, huge rear deck, and newer heat pump. $214,950.

Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025 for details!

Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts at 804-382-6899. A Y ERRANT R WA

Battlefield Farms Lovely Tri-Level home featuring 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths, family room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, formal living room, formal dining room, hardwood floors, 2car attached garage, 1-car detached garage, fenced rear yard, and 1-year ERA buyer’s home warranty. $209,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details. REDUCED PRICE

Beautiful Cape in Royal Glen Quail Creek Welcome to Charlestown charm in Mechanicsville! This beautiful 2-story home features 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, open family room with gas fireplace, large kitchen with breakfast bar and desk area, 1st floor master suite with luxury master bathroom, 2 paved driveways, rear entry 2-car garage, side privacy fence, irrigation system, and striking front porch with full balcony above. Don’t miss this Southern charm! $309,000.

Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025.

This home sits on a professionally landscaped lot located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Boasting 2,700 sq. ft., this home features 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, fully finished basement, hardwood floors, living room with gas fireplace, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, and master suite with hardwood flooring, Exterior features include country front porch, rear deck, double-width paved driveway, 2-zoned heat pump, rear patio, irrigation system, and fenced rear yard. $249,000.

Call Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025 for more details. A Y ERRANT R WA

Cool Spring Forest – In-Ground Pool This lovely transitional rancher features 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, formal dining room with hardwood floors, formal living room/office, morning room, master bedroom with master bathroom, 2-car garage, rear deck, & IN-GROUND POOL! 1-year buyer’s ERA warranty. $339,900.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100.

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Ridgeview Estates Charming all-brick rancher on quiet cul-de-sac lot featuring 3 nice-sized bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, family room with fireplace, den, attached carport, and 1-year ERA buyer’s home warranty. This is great starter home! $169,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details.

Lease Purchase Option Available This lovely Rancher looks like a Cape but is a one-level beauty and has been updated throughout! This home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, family room with fireplace, refinished hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen with all appliances, formal dining room, office, den which is also part of the addition, rear porch, large rear yard, and detached garage. $193,000.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details! REDUCED PRICE

Battlefield Green

Pebble Creek

Call John Thiel at 804-467-9022.

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Davis Place

10 Acres in Montpelier

This gorgeous 2-story home features 4 bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, hardwood floors, and stainless steel appliances, family room with fireplace, formal dining room with hardwood floors, tray ceilings, and chair railing, Florida room, large recreation room, 2-car garage, large utility shed, 4 stall barn, and tiered deck. 1-year buyer’s warranty included! Bring your horses! $499,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100. OPEN SAT. 12-3 PM

Spicetree

5.75 Acres on Spring Run Road in Hanover!

Mayfield Farms

Extremely immaculate 4 bedroom, 2 full bath Cape with hardwood floors, large master bedrooms, dual heat pumps, paved driveway, rear deck, detached storage shed, gas fireplace, and much more. $214,900.

Beautiful wooded lot offering lots of privacy. Great soil report and no restrictions. Bring your own builder to this great location in Hanover County! Near top of Broaddus’s Hill just off of Route 360. Financing Available. $125,000.

Renovated all-brick Rancher featuring 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, beautiful kitchen with new countertops and fresh paint, formal dining room, formal living room, family room with fireplace and built-in bookshelves, seasonal sunroom, replacement windows, private rear yard, large storage shed, covered patio, and 1-year warranty. $192,950.

Call John Thiel at 804-467-9022 for more details.

Call Fran McCauley for more information at 804-337-6218 or 746-0020.

Call Kevin Morris for more details at 804-652-9025. Jeremy Roberts 804-382-6899

November 17, 2010

Cherrydale Charming all-brick rancher on a large corner lot. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, eat-in kitchen, family room with fireplace, formal living & dining room with hardwood floors, replacement windows, new roof, and new heating system. Also featuring attached garage plus oversized detached garage with separate work place. 1-year warranty included! $199,950.

This lovely 2-story home is on a great and private lot. This home features a great floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook, huge 2-story family room with fireplace and hardwood floors, formal dining room with hardwood floors, master bedroom with bathroom, and lovely rear deck. 1-year warranty provided! $244,950.

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Completely renovated 3,082 sq. ft. 5 bedrooms, 2½ baths, Rec Room and 2-car garage. New wood floors and new carpet throughout. Whole house professionally painted. Aggregate driveway, dimensional shingles, rear deck, and fenced rear yard. $299,950. Come see today!

High Point Farms In-Law Suite

This lovely 4-bedroom, 3 full bath all-brick rancher features eat-in kitchen, formal living room, family room with fireplace, new heat pump, replacement windows, and a huge addition that makes a great in-law suite with a private bathroom. Home also features a 2½-car detached garage and seller is providing a 1-year ERA buyer’s home warranty! $244,950.

New homes being built in the new section of Davis Place in Mechanicsville! Ranchers and 2-stories available. Over 40 floor plans to choose from. Several options available. Many lots to choose from. Starting in the $220’s. Call Woody Hogg for more details on this great opportunity!

804-427-5100

Mansfield Woods Varina’s Newest Subdivision! Two Stories and Ranchers Available. Starting in the low $200’s. 1 – 10 Acre Lots. Open House every Sunday 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-427-5100 for more details.