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High court denies petition BODIES DUMPED IN VILLAGE Convictions in boy’s death upheld ‘We don’t think they were killed there’

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found in a wood“Despite a ed area around 7 considerable a.m. on June 5, amount of media 1990, by “a genattention and tleman waiting countless hours on a ride”, Dover by investigators, said. They had this case remains last been seen the unsolved,” Col. evening of May David R. Hines, 18 by his roomsheriff, said. mates at his resi“However, we dence on South are committed to DEBORAH S. FERGUSON reviewing all the JAMES RICHARD SHERRIN Vine Street. “She showed case information, Anyone with information on the 1990 up there and they interviewing wit- deaths can call the Hanover County talked for about nesses, re-evalu- Sheriff’s Office at 365-6110 or Crime an hour, an hour ating the forensic Stoppers at 780-1000 or visit www. hanoversheriff.com and a half on evidence with the front porch,” today’s standards, and do everything we can to bring this Dover said. “He went inside and picked something up – presumably his keys, a case to a successful conclusion.” “Unsolved is not acceptable,” the pack of cigarettes.” As he left, James told his roommates he would see them in sheriff added. Deborah’s and James’ bodies were about an hour. “Whatever they talked about on the porch – nobody was there to witness it — but they had a task to do,” Trice said. “And we’re not really sure what that task was, but they went out to do this task and we believe their attackers were known to them.” “Whatever situation they got themselves into attributed to their deaths,” the captain said. The June 20, 1990, edition of The File photo/Hanover County Sheriff’s Office Richmond News Leader reported that

Vehicles still use the lot in Old Mechanicsville for a park-n-ride location, but 20 years ago, the bodies of two Richmond residents were found there. Mystery still surrounds the deaths of Deborah S. Ferguson and James “Jim” Richard Sherrin, both 21, and law enforcement officers remain tight-lipped about some of the particulars, including how they were killed. As for how they died, DOVER the only statement released from the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office was “The manner of death is a homicide.” “We don’t think they were killed there, said Capt. Michael J. Trice. “We think they were left there.” Investigator Shawn Dover, a 19year veteran of the Sheriff ’s Office, was The bodies were found in a wooded area at the park and ride site. assigned the case in May.

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conviction and sentences are affirmed,” Hanover County Commonwealth’s Attorney Trip The Supreme Court of Chalkley said. Virginia has denied “I again state my the petition of John appreciation to the Bradley Crawford to numerous witnessset aside his convices, law enforcement tions for the abducpersonnel and the tion and murder jurors for the sucof Alexander Paul cessful prosecution Glanz. of such complex The high court’s cases,” he added. order came down on Chalkley said, Monday, Nov. 15. CRAWFORD “My office is obvi“In effect, this ously pleased with ends the appellate the results and trust this conprocess in Virginia to oversee PETITION, pg. 4 ` turn the convictions and the

Parade grand marshal named By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com A local TV personality will serve as the grand marshal for the 2010 Mechanicsville Christmas Parade. According to co-chairmen Harold Padgett and Ronnie Planz, Tracy Lynn, NBC12’s traffic reporter, has accepted the invitation to participate in the Sunday, Dec. 5, parade. The parade will kick off at 3 p.m. in the Village of Mech-

anicsville, with a tree lighting ceremony to follow by the EVB windmill branch. This LYNN y e a r ’s theme is “Christmas Around the World.” see PARADE, pg. 4 `

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L-DHS grad to introduce documentary about giving A Lee-Davis High School graduate will introduce a documentary, “A Small Act,” at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 21, at the Byrd Theatre. In addressing the official selection at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival, Jonathan Roberts will tell the story of Chris Mburu, a young man from Kenya whose astonishing journey from an impoverished vilROBERTS lage boy to international human rights lawyer shines a light on the incredible power of giving no matter how small the gift. Roberts, a 2009 graduate of the University of Virginia, has been teaching the past year and a half at The American School of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. He also has been working with an orphanage in Kenya called Lipela Childrens Home the past four years. In addition to introducing the documentary, Roberts will follow up with a question and answer session after the screening as he shares his story and experiences. He also will be available to talk to guests one-on-one after the screening. Mburu grew up in a rural village, too poor to afford the $15 school fees his primary school required each term. But with the help of an elderly Swedish sponsor named Hilde Back, who contributed the cost of his school fees, Mburu ends up not only finishing primary school, but graduating from the University of Nairobi and then Harvard Law, which launches him into his role as an attorney for the United Nations. Without his education and Hilde’s gift, Mburu said he would most likely be picking coffee instead of fighting crimes against

humanity. Hoping to replicate the impact of the Swedish sponsorship program, he works to pay forward Back’s generosity by starting his own scholarship, which aims to rescue bright, needy kids in his home village from a bleak future. Mburu names the fund for Hilde Back and meets her for the first time at the fund’s dedication ceremony. It is here that he discovers Back is not Swedish, but a German Jew who escaped the Holocaust. She, in turn, discovers that the young boy she helped through primary school grew up to fight genocide. Today, the young students in Mburu’s village exemplify both his past and Kenya’s future. Kimani, Ruth and Caroline are the top three students in Mukubu primary school but are mocked by friends and relatives because they can’t afford the roughly $500 per year that high school costs; the kids and their families only earn about $1.50 per day. They each pin their hopes on winning one of Mburu’s scholarships, and as he prepares to accept applications, the documentary shows how the three children throw themselves fervently into their studies. In October, Roberts spent a day with the Hilde Back Education Fund in Nairobi and was able to meet with the Board of Directors, visit the schools and visit with some of the children from the documentary. He also attended the premiere screening of “A Small Act” in Nairobi. The donation price for the local screening is $10 per ticket, with all proceeds being split between the Hilde Back Education Fund and Lipela Childrens Home in Kenya.

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The Fatherhood Initiative, formed by a community church, Head Start and the Hanover Preschool Initiative (HPI), encourages fathers and male role models to become more active at children’s schools through events such as Father Fridays, Breakfast with Dad and Family Fitness Night. The five promises Hanover County has pledged to provide youth are: - To provide ongoing positive relationships with adults, - To offer youth safe places with structured activities, - To provide youth with a healthy start and future., - To promote marketable skills through effective education and - To provide opportunities to give back through community service. For more information, call

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guilty of first-degree murder and abduction with intent to Continued from pg. 1 b defile in the 1981 death of the 6clusion brings some peace to year-old from Henrico County. the family of the victim.” The boy’s body was found on In November 2008, in his Dec. 6 by a man walking in a field third trial, Crawford was found near trees on Cold Harbor Road.

Glanz had been taken from his home on Dec. 3 when he returned home from school. Hypothermia claimed his life sometime between those dates. He was discovered wearing only socks and underwear. He

had been sexually assaulted. Diane Glanz relived the loss of her son after Crawford’s previous trials — in March 2007 and March 2008 — were declared mistrials.

Middle and high school students from the Hanover County Youth Service Council (HYSC) and students from the Positive Action Club at Henry Clay Elementary School will march in the Mechanicsville Christmas Parade on Sunday, Dec. 5, showcasing their appreciation to community members for keeping the five promises Hanover County has pledged to provide youth. They participated in the Ashland parade on Sunday, Nov. 21. Before the Mechanicsville parade, Jordan LaPier, The America’s Promise Alliance’s senior director of the 100 Best program, will present Hanover County with a trophy at the judges’ stand. G. Ed Via III, chair of the Hanover Board of Supervisors, and Debbie Winans, vice chair,

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A holiday favorite, the Mechanicsville Christmas Parade is sponsored by the Mechanicsville Rotary Club and Mechanicsville Ruritan Club. Lynn was raised in Richmond and graduated from Varina High School and Liberty University. She worked in radio before joining NBC12. Padgett, a Rotarian, said 120 entries are accepted. High school bands from Atlee, Lee-Davis, Hanover and Highland Springs will return to perform this year. And, for his second year, Bobby Mawyer will delight the children as Santa Claus, assisted by his wife as Mrs. Claus and his daughter as an elf. John Clodfelter, who started the parade more than 20 years ago for his own children, had donned the readily recognizable red costume until 2009 when he decided to

retire as the jolly old elf. For Mechanicsville, the Christmas Parade is a tradition, always scheduled for the first Sunday in December. Being part of the parade is an enjoyable experience for Padgett, who said Mechanicsville is “one of the finest places to live in the country.” While he and Planz share the duties of chair, he said, “At least 75 people basically work on this thing to make it happen — almost 30 from the Ruritan that came out and about the same number in the Rotary and some other volunteers.” Also key to the success of the parade organization is the involvement of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, with deputies helping with traffic control. With microphone in hand in the vicinity of the Mechanicsville Drug Store, Jack Ward will continue as emcee, announcing the parade participants as they approach.

Committees working on the 2010 Mechanicsville Christmas Parade include: Capt. Dave Vermeer, Sheriff ’s Office, route coordinator; Harold Padgett, permits and judging; John Monacell and Karlis Graubics, bus transportation from the Recreation Center; Trey Hayden, radios; Harrison Moncure and Ronnie Planz, registration for units and invitations; Harrison Moncure and Andrew Morehead, fundraising and donations; Mark Baird, finance; Dave Fuller, parade day staging; Tim Johnson, registration and information command post; Dave Fuller, division signs for units; Ronnie Planz, unit signs; Melody Kinser and Harold Padgett, publicity; Billy Wells, decorations and judging platform; Wendell Smith, Rob Green, Bill Givier, Phil Kersey, Kevin Smyth and Tim Amos, cleanup; Steve Rue, utilities; Bill Givier, tree/lights; Ronnie Planz, awards; Harrison Moncure, order and pickup; and Ronnie Planz, bands.

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The need is great and you can help by giving As we officially enter into the holiday season, Betty Lee Stanley, the 2010 Hanover Christmas Mother, is helping Ruritans spread the word about the need of our fellow Hanoverians. During our recent interview, she offered a straightforward request: If you are blessed, please help the less fortunate in a time of economic strife. Caring and sharing are key words in her reign. Based on the donor listings submitted by the Doswell Ruritan Club, which spearheads the Christmas Mother program, we can be proud of our charitable families, friends and neighbors. And, yes, it is a case where every dollar counts. Monies stay in Hanover County and provide a joyous Christmas celebration for so many people, both young and old. Of course, you will be seeing Mrs. Stanley in the Mechanicsville Christmas Parade on Sunday, Dec. 5. A Montpelier resident, she is looking forward to taking part in one of the major events we enjoy here. For three years, it’s been a pleasure to meet the women selected for this outstanding honor — and Laura Stanley, Gigi Foster and Betty Lee Stanley each brought to the role a heartfelt commitment to helping make Christmas merry for everyone. So, if you’d like to help, please send your donation to: Hanover Christmas Mother, P.O. Box 39, Doswell VA 23047.

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Etc. + In closing, Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your family, your friends, your feast — and, most of all, remember that first Thanksgiving in 1621. We’ve certainly come a long way since then, but being thankful never changes -- and we have so many blessings as Americans. If you’re in the mood for some shopping, have fun on Black Friday. Like the Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce says: Buy Local. Melody Kinser

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| Reader Views school. I have done this show for the past four years and it is one of nicest shows that I am involved in. At the Veterans’ Day program at Hanover Wayside Park It is very organized and the band members are right on Thursday, Nov. 11, something very special happened. there to help you unload and load your vehicle. When Brig. Gen. Karen LeDoux, United States Army see LETTERS, pg. 7 ` commander, started her speech, an American bald eagle made three passes above the trees, over the ceremonies. A few people saw the eagle, but at a special time like this, it wasn’t the time to point at it. What a perfect time for a visit from an American eagle The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of at a Veterans’ Day program. interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your Patrick Garlin, USAF retired address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be Mechanicsville

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It is great to get that kind of service and especially from the young people. So many times people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recognize the good in our young children, so I wanted to take this opportunity to give a shout out to all of the children who helped today. Thank you! Good job! See ya next year! Shirley Delbridge Mechanicsville

DECA: thanks for support On behalf of Hanover High School DECA, I thank you for promoting our Armed Forces basketball tournament. We appreciate all of your support.

I also would like to personally thank the men and women who helped in our Armed Forces basketball tournament. Teams were organized by the following recruiters: SSG William Partrea, U.S. Army, EN1 David Winker, U.S. Navy, SSgt. Joel Billingsley, U.S. Marines, and SFC John Lewis, National Guard. Our head official was Ronnie Lamb and the National Anthem was sung by Charles McGhee. We would like to thank the Atlee/Hanover JROTC under the direction of MSgt. Monge for presenting the Colors. The thank you books that were given to each team were made by students of the following teachers and schools: Battlefield Elementary (Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Bakeman, Mrs. Watkins, Mrs. Parker,

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4-year-olds explain how a turkey is prepared Cory: “She spices it and whispers about it.” Dori: “Mommy puts sauce he late radio and and ham on it . . . grapes and TV personality Art sugar too.” Linkletter said it Elizabeth: “She cooks it in best with these five the oven for 15 hours, then she words: “Kids Says the Darndest cuts it and then we eat it.” Things.” Jacob: “She walks the turkey To get a child’s perspecand then she cooks it.” tive on Thanksgiving, preLuke: “She puts it in the kindergarten students at The oven and roasts it for a little Primrose School of Atlee bit.” Commons in Mechanicsville Madison: “She cooks the shared their thoughts on the turkey in the oven, probably for upcoming holiday. Only the first names of the like 10 minutes, then she puts it on a plate and says, ‘OK, you 4-year-old students are being can eat it now.’ ” listed. Michaela: “Daddy puts it in They were asked “How the oven, then we put it in the does your mommy prepare a microwave to warm it back up Thanksgiving turkey?” because it got cold.” Their responses were: Ti: “She puts sugar and Barbara: “Daddy and roast beef on the turkey, then mommy cook it together.” Brayden: “We don’t eat tur- cooks it in the stove.” Trever: “She puts eggs and key. Daddy shoots a deer and then we eat it. ” milk in it then she tells my

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Hanover Tavern hosting open house Hanover Tavern’s Annual Holiday Open House will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, at 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road (U.S. 301) in Hanover. The family event, which is free of charge, will include the following: - Craft and Vendor Fair all day. - Colonial Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet

and Greet from 10 a.m. to noon. - Magic Show performed by William Penn Russell from noon to 1 p.m. - “A Christmas Carol” performed by Eric Douglass from 1 to 2p.m. - Hanover High School Orchestra will be performing from 2 to 3 p.m. - Development Studies will be performing carols from 3 to 4 p.m.

until the beeper goes off.” Zoe: “She rolls it out and then she puts it in the microwave.”

The teachers are Anna Kennedy, Kathy Reed and Katrina Vasquez. Lauren Bruce is the director at the school.

Pictures with Santa slated Dec. 4 Santa has scheduled his annual visit to the King William Moose Lodge at 15870 King William Rd. (Route 30), 3.4 miles east of Route 360, towards West Point. The King William Women of the Moose will be sponsoring pictures with Santa during his visit from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals Eleanor Sahhar Bazuzi, 91, died peacefully at home Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010, in Glen Allen, Va., after a brief illness. A memorial service was held Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010 at Bliley’s-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice of Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Suite 100, Richmond, Virginia 23226. Alma Miles Berry, 85, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at Hanover Health Care. She was born May 12, 1925 in King William, Va., on the Pamunkey Indian Reservation. She was the daughter of the late Junius and Juliet Miles. She retired from the American Tobacco Company after 19 years of service. She was preceded in death

by her husband, Herbert F. Berry; and sister, Audrey M. Bryan. She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Thelma Childress Sutton and husband, Chris, of New Kent and Mary “Lois” Snyder of Philadelphia; two stepsons, Richard Berry and wife, Sharon, of Varina and Thomas Berry and wife, Carolyn, of Chesterfield; eight grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mildred Moore of King William and Louise Pasko of Chesapeake; and one brother, Donald Miles of Philadelphia. A memorial service was held on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010 at the Pamunkey Indian Baptist Church, on the Pamunkey Indian Reservation in King William, Va. Graveside services were held at the church cemetery.

Isabella Marie Bruce. Our family was blessed here on earth with our beautiful Isabella Marie Bruce who was born Oct. 22, 2009. We shared one year, 18 days and 18 hours of her precious life until God decided to bless our angel, Isabella, with her wings Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010. She is survived by her father, Daniel Bruce of Mechanicsville, Va.; mother, Anne Shatil of Lauderhill, Fla.; sisters, Victoria McKrosky of King William, Va., Alexandra Faulkner of Richmond, Va.; brother, Nathaniel Faulkner of Richmond, Va.; aunts, Brittany Bruce of King William, Va., and Trinity Wall of Mechanicsville, Va.; uncle, Robbie Carlton of Mechanicsville, Va., and Daniel Cregar of Richmond, Va.; grandmothers, Stephanie Ann Jackson of Mechanicsville, Va., Naomi

Wall of Mechanicsville, Va. and Rita Cregar of Nashville, Tenn.; grandfathers, Stevie Carlton of Mechanicsville, Va., and Michael Cheney of Florida; great- grandmothers, Melody Williams of South Carolina and Trudy Carlton of Mechanicsville, Va.; greatgrandfather, James Harvey of Richmond, Va.; and a vast number of family and friends too great to mention. Special thanks to Stephanie White of Mechanicsville, Va., Laurie Humphries of Richmond, Va., and the Shatil family of Lauderhill, Fla. A memorial service was held to celebrate the life of Isabella Marie Bruce at the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010. In lieu of flowers, please support our fight against SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy), the

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Ann Gladding Carreras, 73, of Richmond, passed away on Nov. 14, 2010. She was a beloved and devoted mother and grandmother. As a faithful servant of the Lord and intercessory prayer, she witnessed to the Lord’s love and mercy even to the end of her life. Born on April 21, 1937 in Maryland, Ann was the daughter of the late Tobe and Agnes Gladding of Tappahannock. She was a graduate of St. Margaret’s School and Pan American Business School. She retired from Saxon Mortgage, where she worked as a receptionist. She is survived by two daughters, Sharon Harris of Palmyra and Sheila Gee of Richmond; their husbands, Carter Harris and Thomas Gee Jr.; four

grandchildren, Madelyn and Hayden Gee and Jessica and Joshua Harris; and a sisterin-law, Frances Gladding of Franklin. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, Nov. 19, 2010 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Glen Allen. A graveside service was held at Essex Cemetery in Tappahannock on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010.

William N. Chisholm Jr., 86, of Glen Allen, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Jeanette M. Chisholm; and his best friend, “Shorty.” He is survived by his two sons, Warren Chisholm (Susan), William N. Chisholm III; and his daughter,

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Ellen Maxwell (Donald); nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; brother, John R. Chisholm; as well as many other loving family and friends. Bill proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was an active member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church. Family received friends at the Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel in Ashland, Va., on Friday, Nov. 19, 2010. Services were held on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010 at the Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel. Graveside services followed at Woodland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan

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Bernice K. Cousins, born in Richmond on Nov. 24, 1911, departed this life on Nov. 4, 2010. She is survived by her son, Chester L. Cousins and his wife, Betty; a grandson, Daniel L. Cousins; and four nephews. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Virginia or Lakeside Baptist Church. Arrangements by Monaghan Funeral Home, Mechanicsville. William H. Edwards Jr., 86, of Mechanicsville, passed away Friday, Nov. 19,

2010. He is survived by two daughters, Susan Browning and Jane O’Connell; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family received friends Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010 and Monday, Nov. 22, 2010 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010. Graveside services were held at Signal Hill Memorial Park.

Brittamart Monroe Elliott, “Berta”, completed her journey here on earth on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010. Brittamart was born in Stafford County, Va., on Feb. 13, 1919 to Robert M. Monroe and Mary Jane Foster. Brittamart

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of Richmond, and Gilbert M. Elliott and his wife, JoAnn, of Mechanicsville. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family received friends Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services were held Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010. Brittamart was interred at the Hartwood Presbyterian Church in Stafford County Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010 where she was laid to rest with her beloved father and other family members.

Marie Dabney Fletcher, 84, of Mechanicsville, passed away Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Daniel D. Fletcher; son, Paul Fletcher; grandson, Trevor Fletcher; brother, William Keeton; sister, Alene Wheelhouse. The family received friends Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. Graveside services were held Monday, Nov. 22, 2010 at Signal Hill Memorial Park.

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Washington Hwy., Ashland, where funeral services were Mechanicsville, departed this held on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010. Graveside services life on Nov. 14, 2010. He is were held in Signal Hill survived by one son, Clarence D. Holmes Jr. (Doniel) of Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may Hatsfield, Pa.; one daughter, be made to the American Beatrice Lewis of Vorhees, Cancer Society in memory N.J.; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He also of Michael Jaconski at cancer.org. The family would leaves to cherish his memlike to give special thanks to ory his devoted and loving his physicians, nurses, caremother, Lena Clarke; sister, takers, family and friends Janet Claiborne (Richard); one brother, Herbert Pettiford who helped us in our time of need. (Mary); and a loving and devoted aunt, Garland Henley; Marion Cowardin a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Lazzuri, 94, of MechanicsThe family received friends ville, passed away Nov. 16, 2010. on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010 at She was preceded in death by B.W. White Funeral Home, her husband, Anselmo Lazzuri; Aylett, Va. Services were held daughter, Barbara L. Stanley; and Monday, Nov. 22, 2010 at son-in-law, James A. Thorpe III. Third Union Baptist Church. She is survived by her children, Reverend Wilbert Tally ofMarie L. Thorpe, Frederic A. Lazficiated. zuri and his wife, Janet, Katherine L. Bosch; grandchildren, KimMichael J. Jaconski, 67, berly A. Stanley, James A. Thorpe, Jessica L. Kelley, Caryn A. Lazzuri, of Glen Allen, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. Ashley M. Jarrells and Lindsey D. Matthews; great-grandchild, Jack16, 2010, surrounded by son B. Kelley; and sister, Virginia his loving family. He was Murphy. The family received preceded in death by his father, Al Jaconski; mother, friends Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010 at Rose; and a brother, Bobby. Bliley’s-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples He is survived by his loving Mill Road, where a funeral service wife of 34 years, Myanna C. was held Friday, Nov. 19, 2010. Jaconski; a daughter, Tracey Graveside services followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park. Butler and her husband, Chris; beloved granddaughters, Dillyn and Kennedy; Robert E. Matthews, 92, a sister, Maureen Bauberof Richmond, died Nov. 14, 2010. ger and husband, Charles; He is survived by his wife of 73 a beloved son-in-law of years, Eloise Spicer Matthews; his Frances Humes. He was also daughter, Janette Bridgers and her a beloved uncle to many husband, M. W. “Buddy” Bridgers nieces and nephews; and Jr.; two grandchildren, M. Warren a brother-in-law to Jackie Bridgers III and wife, Trish, and and Clyde Humes; and not Amy Bridgers Grenevicki and to forget his faithful little husband, Lance; three greatbuddy, Marty. Mike enjoyed grandchildren, Katy Bridgers, spending time with family Anna and Lance Grenevicki; and and friends, bowling, NAS- many nieces and nephews. Mr. CAR, his beloved New York Matthews retired from DuPont Giants and everything inand was a hunter, fisherman and volving his granddaughters. gardener. He served as Master of The family received friends Masonic Lodge Fitzgerald #299 on Friday, Nov. 19, 2010 at and was currently a member the Nelsen Funeral Home of Westhampton #302 and a - Reid Chapel, 4132 South

member of Fairmount Christian Church. The family received friends at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010 and where services were held Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010. Graveside services followed, with Masonic graveside rites at Washington Memorial Park. The family extends special thanks to Hospice at Retreat Hospital, the nurses and doctor who cared for him; and special caregivers, Sharonda Pate, Lyn Streeter and Annette Johnson.

Clarence Wayne Martin, age 62, of Colonial Heights, entered into the presence of the Lord on Nov. 17, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Marsha Boulier Martin; five children, Christine M. Martin, Jennifer G. Martin, Robert W. Martin (Pamela), Clarence J. Martin and William H. Leake (Joan); his father, Clarence Lee Martin; and stepmother, Phyllis A. Martin; one sister, Patricia Wetzel; two grandchildren, Alex and Nathan Leake; and three great-grandchildren, Charles, Embrea and Landon Morgan; and their mother, Dawna H. Pearson. Dr. Martin was a minister of the Gospel, used by God to lay the foundation of The Upper Room Chapel, located at 7013 Dyer Lane, Richmond, Va., where he served as pastor for 13 years and spent most of his time “mending broken people.” The family received friends Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010 at The Upper Room Chapel, where services were held Monday, Nov. 22, 2010. Graveside services followed at Dale Memorial Park. Arrangements by Monaghan Funeral Home.

Aurelia Houchins Starke, 90, of Ashland, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010. She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Harold E. Starke Sr.; five children, Judith Anne Upton (James), Harold E. Starke Jr., Jane Starke Sims (Robert), Susan Starke Keane (Daniel) and see OBITUARIES, pg. 33 `

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By Forrest H. Gladstone For The Mechanicsville Local In high school, the week of Thanksgiving break tends to be something of a formality. Few students are worried about getting ahead on their work, and most are carefully calculating exactly how many classes they can excusably miss in order to kick off the holiday weekend as early as possible. But for two Atlee juniors, this Thanksgiving means packing and collecting their schoolwork in advance as they prepare to travel to Singapore with the Air Force JROTC exchange program. Sponsored by the Singapore government, the program offers two syllabi options: one, an 18day leadership course; the other, a 10-day cadet exchange that focuses more on camaraderie. Josh Fabian arrived in Singapore on Monday, Nov. 22, for the 18-day course, while classmate Evan Harris will join him on Thursday, Dec. 2, for the 10-day trip. Travel time for both will be around 28 hours — and electronics are not allowed on the base, so they’ll have to go back to basics to keep themselves entertained while traveling.

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Atlee High School JROTC cadets Josh Fabian, left, and Evan Harris are preparing to head to Singapore as part of an Air Force exchange program.

“Yeah . . . that’s what homework is for,” Fabian joked. Once there, the boys will be housed with other cadets in open barracks on a guarded Singapore military base. There will be cadets from all over the world participating in the program, and, for Harris, the international aspect is one of the most appealing things about the trip. “I’m really looking forward to the opportunity to experience a different culture, and to meeting new people,” he said. And since the stated goal of his program is camaraderie,

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Deborah “had been holding thousands of dollars for a drug dealer,” attributing the information to police sources and acquaintances. Sources also told the News Leader that “the drug dealer, Mark Miller, has acknowledged to police that Miss Ferguson was keeping money for him early this year.” Miller told police “a few thousand dollars was not returned, but friends of Miss Ferguson have said the amount was greater.” The News Leader also reported that some of Deborah’s friends said she told them all the money had been stolen from her apartment. On June 21, the News Leader reported that Deborah “had been holding at least $60,000

for a drug dealer.” The newspaper also said “she made large bank deposits and ran up her American Express bill.” Deborah and James were identified through dental records, the article reported. James’ driver’s license was found with his body, but no identification was found with Deborah. At the time, Lt. Howard L. Wray Jr. of the Sheriff ’s Office said reports of drug deals had been made in the area where the bodies were found. He also said “there is no concrete evidence to link the slayings to drugs.” The victims “and their circle of friends,” according to the News Leader, were said to frequently use marijuana and cocaine. Deborah’s Ford Escort was located on Edgewood Avenue in Richmond on May 27. There

were no signs of foul play or anything suspicious. Her keys were not with the vehicle, which, the News Leader reported, was not locked. James’ blue Jeep, which police and friends told the News Leader did not run, “remained parked in front of the house.” James Ferguson came to Richmond from Fairfax County, where his daughter was raised, to file a missing person’s report. He went to her apartment, located her address book, and started calling friends. In taking a new look at the cold case, Trice said, “We believe somebody knew both Sherrin and Ferguson and their killer(s), and that’s why we believe the public can provide more information on this case.” “We don’t believe it involved a stranger. We don’t believe it was a random crime. We believe they were targeted by some-

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Deborah and James had a history: They had dated. Her appearance at his home took place after their break-up. Dover said the couple’s contact had been “very sporadic from the time they broke up until this date in May.” Deborah had just returned from a week’s vacation and her roommates were, the investigator added, “unfamiliar with what she was doing or where she was going.” According to the News Leader reports, Deborah “and a male friend, who also was an acquaintance of Miller, made a ‘spur-of-the-moment’ trip to Florida.” Over the course of the investigation, “probably 100 people were interviewed,” Dover said. “I personally believe that this is a solvable case, just based on what I’ve discovered so far.” An art major and dean’s list student at Virginia Commonwealth University, the 5-foot-5 red-haired Deborah was a rising senior. She was preparing for an opening at the Pope Gallery. She lived in the Chesterfield Apartments at 900 W. Franklin St. and was a part-time employee of The Tobacco Company in

downtown Richmond. A native of Midwest City, Okla., James – standing at 6foot-6 and weighing 240 pounds — had been a standout football player and also had All-State honors in basketball. He was a part-time student at VCU and had sporadic jobs. The News Leader said James came to Virginia when his mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. Bradley P. Coats, moved to western Henrico from Houston. “Since January,” the newspaper reported, “he had worked a variety of construction and other odd jobs and frequently had been low on money. Friends said he also owed small amounts of money – usually $15 or $20 – to many people.” As he continues with the investigation, Dover said he welcomes input “from those who were around at the time this occurred.” He can be contacted at 365-6281. Information also can be provided through Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. For more information on cold cases being investigated by the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, visit www.hanoversheriff.com.

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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has announced that the popular GardenFest of Lights annual show has been renamed the Dominion GardenFest of Lights to recognize its title sponsor for the past 12 years. This year’s event begins on Friday, Nov. 26, and ends on Monday, Jan. 10. “GardenFest of Lights has become a family tradition for many and our ongoing partnership with Dominion helps keep it fresh and exciting each year,” Frank Robinson, executive director of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. said. “It’s a natural fit for Dominion to be title sponsor of an event powered by electricity while at the same time focused on energy savings.” The annual event will be made possible through 2013 by a grant from the Dominion Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dominion. “Each year during the holiday season Richmonders and out-of-towners alike enjoy going to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden for

the spectacular GardenFest of Lights display,” William C. Hall Jr., a vice president of Dominion and president of The Dominion Foundation, said. “With this grant, The Dominion Foundation is pleased to continue this Richmond holiday tradition.” The light show has become one of Central Virginia’s favorite holiday events, with attendance growing from 8,500 in 1998 to more than 44,000 in 2009. This year it will begin with a special guest turning on a giant “light switch” at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 26, the night after Thanksgiving. Opening night will include hundreds of candle luminaries, ice sculpting demonstrations and, new this year, a “Fire & Ice” theme incorporating Glorious Glass in the Garden sculptures, with more lights than ever bringing illumination. More than 40 miles of light strands with approximately 700,000 bulbs are used this year. About half are LEDs (light emitting diodes) see LIGHTS, pg. 17 `

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rather than traditional incandescent lights. “We continue to add more LEDs each year because they use less power but have great intensity and flexibility,” Robinson said. “A new use this year is a light curtain that is part of the train display; more than 1,600 twinkling LEDs will create a ‘starry night’ backdrop.” GardenFest runs nightly from 5 to 10 p.m. daily except for Dec. 24 and 25 at the nonprofit Garden located at 1800 Lakeside Ave. in Richmond. The event includes family-friendly

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“I won’t have to do Thanksgiving in a foreign country. And at least they speak English in Singapore!” Fabian’s 18-day program incorporates various leadership training activities into the schedule, along with the same sort of adventure training that is in the shorter program. The additional classes include a session on “Ethics & Decorum” and First Aid training. Although there will be American chaperones on the trip, courses for both programs will be led by Singaporean cadets, who are responsible for making sure the participants understand the city’s rules and regulations.

In addition to mastering the dos and don’ts of Singaporean etiquette, Fabian and Harris also will be adjusting to the day-to-day realities of living in Singapore, such as cold showers and menus comprised largely of fish and rice. Harris was quick to point out that after the third day, they would be allowed off the base to eat. “And they have fast food. They have McDonald’s and KFC, so it should be all right,” he said. The trip, more than anything, is an immersion into Singaporean culture and an opportunity for students to do something on their own with a level of personal responsibility that would be difficult to grant

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in a less policed city. Besides being allowed to explore the city on their own, both boys also will be contributing money they made this summer toward the cost of the trip. Upon their return, they will both be required to give a brief, five-minute talk on their experiences to their JROTC class. Since Fabian and Harris are both planning to continue their military training through college, this trip offers a glimpse of the scope of opportunity the military can offer. And, of course, it should be fun. When asked what he was looking forward to most, Fabian grinned. “I read somewhere there is a zipline . . . .”

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Argument preceded death By Bill McKelway Media General News Service An elderly Hanover County woman who died of suffocation this year had been arguing with her boyfriend hours before she was discovered in the couple’s rental home in Cold Harbor, court testimony showed Thursday. But Hanover investigators also revealed that 67-year-old Helen A. Dickerson’s alleged killer, a longtime boyfriend who towered as much as 18 inches over the frail widow, told them she was breathing when he last saw her. Hanover Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Shari L. Skipper said after a preliminary hearing Thursday that her office still is waiting for toxicology results and medical

examiner estimates of how long Dickerson had been dead when she was found by investigators May 20. The death was the first homicide in Hanover in 27 months. Her head bent slightly to the right, Dickerson was found sitting upright on a couch with her left shoulder covered with an afghan that draped across her torso. A search warrant states that investigators were told that pills had been placed in the woman’s mouth “to make it look like a suicide.” Thursday at a Hanover Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court hearing, see DEATH, pg. 21 `

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The Third Annual Nativities Display known as “No Room at the Inn” will be presented from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5, at Church of the Redeemer at 8275 Meadowbridge Road in Mechanicsville. The event will kick off with a preview Gala for adults from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Dec 3. This festive event offers attendees the opportunity to preview the nativities exhibit and enjoy light refreshments, live music and silent and live auctions. Tickets are $5 for adults and $1 for children and students 18 and younger and can be purchased at the nativities exhibit. Gala tickets are $20 and can be purchased during office business hours or by mailing a check to Church of the Redeemer (attn: No Room at the Inn) for pick up at the Gala. Photo submitted by Sheila Rollins

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The King William Moose Legion’s objective of supporting local community volunteer organizations has helped the Mattaponi Volunteer Rescue Squad, the King William Sheriff ’s Department and the Mangohic Volunteer Fire Department. This year the organization’s efforts will benefit the King William Volunteer Rescue Squad. The Outback Steakhouse in Mechanicsville will donate a Steak Dinner with all the trimmings.

The dinner will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at the King William Volunteer Rescue Squad building. The dinner is $12 per person (children under 12 years of age can eat for half price.). Tickets are limited, and may be purchased at the King William Moose Lodge, located at 15870 King William Rd. (U.S. 30) or at the King William Rescue Squad building, located just off of U.S. 360 in Aylett. For more information, call 769-3605, 769-1401 or 3663091.

County show that Chalkley has a history of at least a dozen felony arrests, and court records Continued from pg. 19 b are replete with protection orders gained by Hanover investigator Shawn Dover testified Dickerson. She alleged on multiple occasions, that Russell C. Chalkley, 48, told him that he according to the records, that Chalkley beat had briefly forced a pillow over Dickerson’s her and threatened to kill her. He “threatened to snap me in half,” she mouth. But Chalkley, in one of several versions wrote in one, accusing Chalkley of stealing of events he related, said finally that he and from her to support a drug habit. “I am just scared. I don’t want to be near Dickerson argued about girlfriends he had and drugs!!!” she wrote, successthat on the couch “he pushed a fully gaining a protective order pillow into her face and held it that expired a month before there less than a second. “I am just her death. “He said he saw her take a scared. According to the search breath and let it out” before he I don’t want warrant, Chalkley was arrested left the home, Dover testified. to be at a Caroline County gas station A murder charge against after he called a relative who near drugs!!!” Chalkley was certified yestertold police that Chalkley had HELEN A. DICKERSON day to a grand jury; a trial date said he “purposely smothered Victim is not expected for at least four his girlfriend” and arranged months. Chalkley is not related her death “to make it look like to Hanover’s commonwealth’s a suicide.” attorney, Ramon E. “Trip” Chalkley III. There was no mention in court yesterday Russell Chalkley and Dickerson, a former about the call to the relative. restaurant hostess with scores of friends, had Detectives found a sliding glass door ajar an unusual relationship that lasted some 11 when they arrived at the home; Dickerson was years. in a nearby room on the couch with pills scatCourt records in Hanover and Henrico tered around her body.

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Clinical services gets new director Lisa M. Beitz started with Hanover County as intern working on master’s Lisa M. Beitz came to Hanover County Community Services as a graduate school intern in 1993 and liked it so much that she has spent most of her professional career here. The feeling is mutual: climbing the ladder steadily, she has now been named director of clinical services. “I am glad to be in Hanover,” Beitz said. “I love the sense of community, both in the CSB and in the county. Community members often grow up here, go to school here, they may go off to college but often they came back here and raise a family. There is such a great respect here for people and tradition and our community.” A Virginia Beach native, she first stepped foot into Hanover when she was earning her master’s in social work from Virginia Commonwealth University. She spent her internship here working as part of the children’s team providing mental health and substance abuse outpa-

tient services to young people. Beitz returned in 1997 as a clinician before being promoted to Comprehensive Services Act (CSA) coordinator. She left for another professional opportunity in 2001 but returned in 2003 as a clinical supervisor for children’s outpatient services. She has stayed here since, moving up to coordinator for children’s services before her most recent proBEITZ motion, which took effect on Nov. 1. As director of clinical services, Beitz is responsible for the divisions of children’s services, adult services, crisis services and prevention services. She replaces Margaret Sellers, whose last day was earlier this month.

“The beautiful thing about moving into this position is that the coordinators of these services are experts in their areas,” Beitz said. “They know what is best for their clients and how to deliver the services most efficiently and effectively. They are very good at what they do, which has made the transition very smooth.” “It’s very exciting to have grown up with Hanover Community Services,” she said. “People have been really supportive and encouraging, it’s been incredible. I love Hanover.” “Lisa is a great addition to our management team,” Community Services executive director Thomas M. Slaven said. “She is a respected colleague and will do a great job moving services into the future.” Beitz and her husband Bill have two sons, Sammy and Jake. Information supplied by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information specialist.

ACS starts planning Western Hanover Relay Exciting changes are coming to the 2011 Western Hanover Relay For Life. The community’s 14th annual event, which is sponsored by the American Cancer Society, will be held on Friday, May 13, 2011, at a new venue, on the grounds John Gandy Elementary School in Ashland. The event will continue as an overnight event, starting at 7 p.m. on Friday and continuing until 7 a.m. on Saturday. Relay For Life is a lifechanging event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the

disease. At Relay, teams of people camp out and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Because cancer never sleeps, Relays are overnight events up to 24 hours in length. Anyone can participate in Relay For Life. Friends, families, co-workers, church groups, classmates or any other group can form their own teams. No matter who you are, there’s a place for you at Relay. The only requirement to participate in Relay For Life see RELAY, pg. 23 `

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is the $10 commitment fee that is due upon registration. After that, anything raised through individual, team or online fundraising is accepted. Each participant is encouraged to set a personal goal to raise at least $100, but participation is welcomed no matter the funds raised. To be part of Relay, you can start a team or join an existing team. You can also make an online donation. Relay For Life opens as cancer survivors walk or wheelchair the first lap (golf carts also are provided). Highlighting the evening is the Luminary Ceremony held after dark to honor cancer survivors and to remember those who have lost the battle against

and in the quality of life followcancer. The luminaries line the track ing cancer treatment.” The 2011 Relay For Life and are left burning throughout the night to remind participants kickoff and informational of the incredible importance of meeting, is scheduled from 7 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 30, at their contributions. the Ashland “Relay Library For Life is at 201 S. as much an Railroad awareness “Relay For Life is Ave. raiser about as much an A ny o n e the progress awareness raiser interested against canabout the progress in formcer as it is a against cancer as ing a new fundraiser,” it is a fundraiser.” or returnFaith Van FAITH VAN GOOR ing team or Goor, the 2011 Relay For Life co-chair participating 2011 event in the event c o - c h a i r, planning is said. “Many encouraged of the participants will be people who have to attend the kickoff. The $10 commitment fee dealt with cancer themselves. Their involvement is proof of for participants who register in the progress that has been made person at the kickoff will be in reducing cancer death rates reduced to $5. The offer is only

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Secours received the honor in the large employer category. HYPE connects young professionals from across the region through networking, social events and professional development and community service initiatives. This is the third year HYPE has recognized local businesses for their support and development of young professionals. Young’s role is to assist Robinson in all areas of strategic development and has direct responsibility for environmental services, security and food services at MRMC. “Bon Secours is committed to my success,” Young said. “The mentoring and

coaching have been rewarding and reassuring, both personally and professionally. It makes such a difference when you know that the team you work with supports you and wants success for you.” Bon Secours also sees to it that Young and other employees receive professional development from outside the health system. University based courses, national professional meetings and “boot camps” along with legacy and leadership classes at the Bon Secours Health System at the headquarters in Marriottsville, Md., are regularly available to young professionals. “Young professionals will someday be leading this organization, and it’s important to educate and prepare them,” Stephanie Davidson, administrative director of orga-

available on Nov. 30. Refreshments will be served at the event. Additional information about how to form a team or become involved in the Relay For Life planning committee is available by e-mailing Faith Van Goor fvangoor@gmail. com, calling Andrea Fravel at 527-3712, or by visiting www. RelayForLife.org/hanover. The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. For information about cancer, call 24 hours day, seven days a week 1.800.ACS.2345 or log onto www.cancer.org.

nizational development and learning for Bon Secours Virginia, said. “We have worked hard for the past three years to make our programs stronger and more successful for the health system’s youngest workers.” HYPE also cited the many ways Bon Secours creates a young-professionalfriendly work environment as one of the reasons for its selection. Those features include access to executives, professional development, flexible work schedules and wellness programs. Bon Secours also offers numerous programs just for young people who are starting their careers, including the Early Careerist Program which is geared toward the development of identified future leaders in the field of health care administration.

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or several months now I have been expecting Israel to launch a preemptive strike against Iranian nuclear sites to keep the apocalyptic death-cult followers who run that country from perpetrating a second holocaust – not millions of Jews dying in Nazi death camps over torturous years but millions perishing in an instant from a death-rain of Iranian warheads. A few weeks ago I shared my view as to why it had not yet happened: covert operations over the summer involving a computer worm known as “Stuxtnet” had slowed the Iranian march towards the bomb giving Israel more time before a strike was necessary. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is no shrinking violet when it comes to making tough decisions, but he is waiting till the last possible moment to make this one. And who could blame him! If he takes military action and launches a first strike on Iran, the international reaction and condemnation of Israel will be overwhelming! The whole world will be down their throats and on their backs!

he Bible, in Ezekiel 36:24-38 predicted the re-creation of Israel - God would bring them home from the many lands and nations to which they were exiled for nearly 2000 years. This prophecy was partially fulfilled in 1948, and then completely fulfilled by victories in the ’67 and ’73 wars! In the following chapter, (Ez. 37) Ezekiel sees a valley of dry, disconnected bones coming together and coming to life. This is a word picture of these 20th century events! Then, in the very next chapter, Ezekiel predicts that many nations will gather against Israel led by “Persia” …none other than modern-day Iran! (Ezekiel 38:5) Could this next chapter be about ready to unfold?

he world-wide media machine continually spews out anti-Semitic and anti-Israel propaganda. Israel is hounded as an “occupier” and branded as an illegitimate interloper in very the land that God Himself gave to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob by an everlasting covenant over 3,000 years ago. Recently, the Obama administration once again pressured Israel to stop settlements in certain areas within the west bank that were not under Israeli control prior to the 1967 six-day war. Netanyahu’s cabinet is right now discussing a 90-day moratorium on such construction. I was shocked to learn that they might be bowing to such pressure…until I heard what the U.S. was offering in return: 20 new F-35 fighter jets, and perhaps just as powerful, an extended security agreement between the U.S. and Israel which included promises from the U.S. to oppose in the United Nations Security Council any proposed resolutions that may come forward in the near future seeking to de-legitimize the sovereignty of Israel.

o what do we make of this? Should we conclude that the current administration has undergone a change of heart towards Israel? I don’t think so. If that were the case, the U.S. would simply offer the planes and the UN support without any strings. It seems that the Obama administration wants to look like it’s getting “tough” on Israel while at the same time doing some things that the President wouldn’t normally do to help Israel. Why? Of course, I don’t know…but my view is that last week when Netanyahu was in Washington he gave them the strike timetable. On Aug. 22, the Russians, after many years of trumped-up delays, finally delivered on their promise to provide nuclear fuel to Iran. It’s now loaded up into their reactor. On Nov. 3, the top Israeli general in charge of military intelligence reported to the Israeli parliament his evaluation is that Iran can now build at least one bomb and will soon have two. Without some unforeseen miraculous intervention, Mr. Netanyahu will very soon be caught between the devil and the deep blue sea - strike Iran and unleash a firestorm, including perhaps a large scale multi-front conventional war of retaliation, or see his nation obliterated by a nuclear missile. We should all be praying that Netanyahu will be like one of the son’s of Issachar described in the Old Testament

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Planners nix subdivision plan By Katherine Calos Media General News Service The Giles Farm subdivision was opposed by the Hanover County Planning Commission Thursday night because of concerns about a single access road to 228 lots in the back section of the proposed development. The project will go on to the Hanover Board of Supervisors with a recommendation for denial. The prospect of cut-through traffic in Atlee Manor was a major concern of speakers, 13 of

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‘Holiday Angels’ program now accepting donations Many homebound seniors and disabled adults who rely on Meals on Wheels for nutritional meals and in-home services also count on them for daily necessities. Often their “Holiday Angels” wish list provides the only holiday remembrances that they and their grandchildren will receive. Meals on Wheels and partner McKesson MedicalSurgical, the Richmond-based national distributor of medical supplies and equipment, strive to brighten the holidays for these less fortunate neighbors through the “Holiday Angels” gift drive. McKesson’s employees provide specially requested items

for children, as well as larger items for homebound adults. However, with more than 5,500 items requested each year, the public’s support is needed to meet the remaining holiday needs of the Central Virginia community. Individuals, organizations and companies may donate the following new, unwrapped gifts, now through Friday, Dec. 10: - Safety and security items – night lights, radios, alarm clocks, smoke detectors, flashlights and batteries. - Toiletries – shampoo, lotion, toothbrushes, deodorant, shaving cream and razors. - Household items – towels, washcloths and blankets. - Generic gifts – stamps,

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A performance of The Parsons’ Cause — Prelude to Revolution will be presented at the historic Hanover Courthouse (U.S. 301/Hanover Courthouse Road) at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4. In 1763, in a court case known as The Parsons’ Cause, which took place in the same

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eat free of charge. The cost for children 5 to 10 is $4 and those Continued from pg. 26 b over 10 pay $6. Photos will be available. Leadbetter Road in Ashland. For more information, call A tradition of the fire company, families and friends are 365-4910. invited to join in celebrating the Doswell Volunteer holidays. Fire Company Proceeds from the fundraiser will support the company’s The Doswell Volunteer Fire emergency response effort and help fund firefighter training Company will present Pancakes and Pictures with Santa from 8 to and equipment. Tours and equipment dis- 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, at the plays will be available. Those firehouse at 16243 Washington attending also are encouraged Highway in Doswell. Families and friends are to ask about joining the emerinvited to join in the holiday gency service team. A family event for all ages, fun. Proceeds from the breakfast the breakfast will feature Santa fundraiser will support the fire Claus. Children under the age of 5 company’s equipment, training

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The Onset, a local indie rock band featuring a lead female singer, Charlie Kennedy, from Hanover High School, will perform today (Wednesday, Nov. 24) at The National in Richmond. The group will perform songs from their new self titled album, which was recorded after receiving thousands of dollars in donations from fans. The Onset has performed at the University of Mary Washington, The Camel and Randolph-Macon College. The band appears regularly at The Canal Club in Richmond’s Shockoe Bottom. The Thanksgiving eve performance will precede Against Grace, another Richmond-grown group that performs nationally. “Each performance gives us the opportunity to test out our talents and get a feel for what the audience loves,” Christian Oguchi, lead guitarist and cosongwriter, said. The band’s music blends rock with subtle soulful rhythms. Charlotte “Charlie” Kennedy, guitarist and lead vocalist, attributes the band’s sound to its major influences: Thrice, Paramore and The Beatles.

“For our album, we wanted to convey how heartbreak hinges on the hope for a new start,” Kennedy, who is also the band’s chief lyricist, said. ——About The Onset The Onset began as a collaborative band in December 2008. The band members are: + Eric Bandy, 21 — drums/ percussionist. He received an A.S. degree in social sciences from J. Sargent Reynolds Community College, A.S. Social Sciences. + Charlie Kennedy, 18 — guitarist and lead vocalist. She is a senior at Hanover High School. + Devin McLean, 21 — bass guitarist. He is a student at Virginia Commonwealth University, pursuing a B.S. degree in business marketing for music. + Christian Oguchi, 21 — lead guitarist. For more information, contact The Onset at theonsetva@ yahoo.com or 398-9077. Their music can be found on iTunes and CD Baby under The Onset or visit www.myspace.com/ bandtheonset.

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Luck-Goellner announce marriage The marriage of Miss Megan Nicole Luck, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Luck, Jr. of Mechanicsville to Mr. Nicholas Alexander Goellner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Goellner, Jr., also of Mechanicsville, took place Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 at Northside Baptist Church. The ceremony, officiated by Pastor Mark Tapscott, took place in the evening and was immediately followed by a reception at the Church of the Redeemer. The Bride is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Luck, Sr. of Mechanicsville, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Green of King William, and Ms. Sandra Green of Richmond. The Groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Goellner, Sr. of Mechanicsville, Mr. Ernest Perry of Cleveland, Ohio, and the late Joanna Perry of Cleveland, Ohio. Miss Makenzi Luck, sister of the Bride, served as Maid of Honor, and Caitlin Kidd, Kerry Jussen, Lindsay Salyers, and Wynn Baird, all friends of the Bride, served as bridesmaids. Megan was escorted and given in marriage by her father and mother. Mr. Jim McGuckin, longtime friend of the Groom, served as Best Man, and Eric Livengood, Phillip Watson, and Anthony Fauth, all friends of the Groom,

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of ceremonies was Karen Brazier, aunt of the Bride. The couple will honeymoon in Turks and Caicos and reside in Mechanicsville.

The marriage of Judy Cornwell and Charlie Brown took place Oct. 2, 2010 at Mechanicsville Presbyterian Church. Dr. Carol Fisher Officiated. The bride was escorted by her son, Jared Cornwell. Laurie Walton was her mother’s honor attendant. The groom’s son, Wesley Brown, was best man. Ushers were Joshua and Alex Brown, sons of the groom and Justin and Jeffrey Cornwell, sons of the bride. The groom’s daughter, Angela Brown, provided a scripture reading. Wedding music was provided by Dr. Ken Kraft. Tanya Cornwell, the bride’s daughter-in-law was the wedding director. A reception was held at Hanover Country Club in Ashland.

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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

CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Fax submissions to calendar to 730-0476, e-mail to events@mechlocal.com, or mail to 6400 Mechanicsville Tnpk., Mechanicsville VA 23111. Deadline is 3 p.m. Friday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Local.

Wednesday, Nov. 24 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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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at Hanover Courthouse and 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

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Sunday, Nov. 28 Hanover Christmas Mother Kick-off from 6-8 p.m. at the Doswell Community Center at the intersection of Rt. 1 and Doswell Rd. Admission is a new, unwrapped toy for ages birth to 15 or a $10 per person donation at the door. Children 15 and under get in free. Free hot dogs, chips, drinks and cookies to the first 200 people. Entertainment provided by “Homeward Bound” and “Amy Ladd

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Tuesday, Nov. 30 Hanover County will present an “Are you Ready” class at the Mechanicsville Librar y from 6:30-8:30 p.m. 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 D e p a r t m e nt , 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. This class is free but advanced registration is required because seating is limited. To register, call 365-4822. For more information please call Sgt. Chris Atkinson of the Hanover Sheriff ’s Office at 365-6110 or e-mail rcatkinson@co.hanover.va.us. The 2011 Relay For Life kick-off and informational meeting, is scheduled from 7–8 p.m. at the Ashland Library, 201 S. Railroad Ave. Anyone interested in forming a new or returning team or participating in the event planning is encouraged to attend the kick-off. Refreshments will be served. Additional information about how to form a team or become involved in the Relay For Life planning committee is available by emailing Faith Van Goor at fvansee CALENDAR, pg. 32 `

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Thursday, Dec. 2 Salem Presbyter ian Church, Studley Rd., will host the annual “Christmas Sing-A-Long” at 10 a. m. Come join us as we sing the beloved carols of Christmas and other favorite songs of the season. Light refreshments are served. Bring a friend! Church of the Creator Pre-School is hosting its annual Craft Fair at 7159 Me chani c s v i l l e Tnpk, Mechanicsville 23111 on Thursday, Dec. 2 from 8:3012:30 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 3 from 8:30-12:30 p.m. Thursday night from 6-8 p.m. will feature Santa Claus for hol-

iday pictures for a nominal fee of $5. **Please have an email address available to access your picture(s). Vendors include handmade jewelry, ornaments, crochet items, 31 Gifts, Scentsy candles, and others will be showcased. The public is welcome to stop by and visit. Proceeds from the Craft Fair go directly to the school for improvements and school supplies. 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. Meeting, 7 p.m., 8493 New Bethesda Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Dr. Sam Graham will be our guest speaker featuring “The Health Care Reform Bill - What it really means”. All are welcome,

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Friday, Dec. 3 Kidstuf is high octane fun packaged in a 45 minute production. This monthly production coined “First Fridays” is held on the first Friday of every month at Atlee Community Church. Kidstuf is virtue driven where character and faith are taught by emphasizing a monthly virtue. It is free to the community and there will be a variety of activities to enjoy before Kidstuf beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Kidstuf theatre opens its doors at 7:15 p.m. for the production. This event unites families while providing a fun environment filled with laughter and learning. Atlee Community Church is located at 7171 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23116. You can call 730-

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The Beaverdam Volunteer 3676 if you would like more information you can Fire Company will hold also find us at www.atlee- Holiday Breakfast with Santa from 8 -10 a.m. at their church.org. Firehouse, 16150 Trainham in B eaverdam The Eighteenth Annual Road Madrigal Dinner (a musi- (23015). The Community cal dinner) will be held Event will usher in the on Fri Dec 3rd and Sat Holiday. Bring your famDec 4th both at 7 p.m. ily and friends to partake. The event will be held Proceeds from this breakin the PHHS Commons fast fundraiser will support area which the Choral the emergency response Dept will transformed into effort and help fund a castle. Tickets are $18 Firefighter training and and include the show and equipment. Please be sure meal. There will be a Jester to inquire about volunteertoo! Contact information ing at our Station. This is a is Stephanie Ransome, family/all ages event. We PHHS Choral Director at will display equipment and 365-8000 or email at sran- offer firehouse tours. For additional information call some@Hanover.k12.va.us 365 – 4902. Adult meals are $5. Children’s meals are Saturday, Dec. 4 Santa has scheduled his $3. Photos with Santa are annual visit to the King available for $4. William Moose Lodge. Mechanicsville Community The KW Women of the Salt Fish Breakfast will Moose are sponsoring pictures with Santa during his be held at Enon United visit, from 10-12 p.m., and Methodist Church, 6156 from 1-3 p.m. Bring your Studley Rd. from 8-9:30 children, pets, and even a.m. The cost is $5 for Grandma! There will be adults (including fish, $7) cookies and coloring pages and under 12 years old for the children. Photos $2.50. Family limit is $14. are just $5 each. Proceeds Profits go to the Heart to benefit local charities. Havens Fund (residential For additional informa- housing for the mentally tion or questions, please handicapped). For more call 769-1401. The King information or to set up William Moose is located reservations, please call at 158709 King William 746-4719 or 730-4956. Rd. (Rt. 30), just 3.4 miles east of route 360, towards Sunday, Dec. 5 West Point. Mechanicsville Presbyterian Church’s Pre-Parade Palooza Holiday Make ‘n’ Take at with music, hot chocolate, the Mechanicsville Branch popcorn and restrooms. Library at 3 p.m. Children The event will be located at 3-12 years old are invited Atlee and Signal Hill Rd. to make a crafts, listen to holiday stories and enjoy The First Baptist refreshments. Sponsored Church Choir, One Accord by the Friends of the Ensemble and Orchestra Mechanicsville Librar y. will present a concert For more information of Christmas music 7 call 746-9615 or visit the p.m. in the sanctuary of library at 7461 Sherwood Richmond’s First Baptist Crossing Place. Church, Monument Avenue at the Boulevard. The con-

cert is free and open to the public. The program includes many favorites of the season, including the Hallelujah chorus and “And the Glory” from Handel’s Messiah, Joy to the World, the Dream Isaiah Saw, and This Christmastide. The program will be videotaped and will air on WRIC-TV8 Sunday morning, Dec. 26 at 11.

Monday, Dec. 6 The Hanover County Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hanover County School Board Office, 200 Berkley Street, Ashland, VA 23005. The Special Education Advisory Committee’s mission is to seek to promote educational excellence for students with disabilities. All meetings are open to the public. Following the Dec. 6 meeting, the next SEAC meeting for the 2010-2011 school year will be held on Feb. 7, 2011. For more information about the Special Education Advisory Committee, c o nt a c t Cynthia Hartung, SEAC Chairman, at 651-2708 or the Hanover County Public Schools Parent Resource Center at 365-4596 or go to the Hanover County Public Schools website at http://hcps2.hanover.k12. va.us/instruction/parentResource/SEAC.htm.

Tuesday, Dec. 7 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 see CALENDAR, pg. 34 `

Lead Usher, Treasurer, Lay Leader Ashland, Va. Bill was preceded and Sunday school teacher. He in death by his son, Jeffrey S. Continued from pg. 12 b was Scout Master of Troop 590 Wightman; and his parents, W. for over 18 years and led a group A. and Helen S. Wightman. He John Gregory Starke (Ruta); one of scouts on a trip to Philmont is survived by his loving wife of sister, Anne Doggett. She is also Scout Ranch, New Mexico. He 62 years, Mary Alice; son and survived by her grandchildren, loved fishing and camping and daughter-in-law, Cary A. and Michael Bruce Upton, Michelle Cindee Wightman; daughter and had a great talent and love of Halbig, McKeen Starke, Mary woodworking, enjoyed many son-in-law, Janet W. and Bruce Crawford Starke, Lauren Page Smith, Robin Elizabeth Sims and Eppers; and daughter-in-law, Jean building projects, large and small, including his cabin in the Benjamin Patrick Keane; also five M. Wightman; three grandchildren, Eric B. Wightman and wife, mountains. The family received great- grandchildren, Rebecca, Shannon, Zachary D. Wightman friends Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010 Natalie, Mary McKeen, Thomas at the Mechanicsville Chapel of and wife, Susan, and Shannon and Lane. Aurelia Starke was a Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Leelifelong member of Ashland Pres- Lynn Eppers; four great-grandsons, Dylan C., Caden S., Gavin S. Davis Rd. Funeral services were byterian Church and a member and Jeffery D. Wightman; sisters, held Monday, Nov. 22, 2010 at and volunteer leader of various Jane W. Howard, Betty W. Trump Mechanicsville United Methodcommunity organizations. The ist Church. Graveside services family received friends on Thurs- and husband, Fred; brother, Dr. were held at Signal Hill Memorial James P. Wightman and wife, day, Nov. 18, 2010 at the Nelsen Park. Bill was a lifetime Trustee Funeral Home - Reid Chapel, 412 Juanita; and cousin, H. R. “Jack” South Washington Highway, Ash- Stebbins Jr., Bill and Jack grew up of Westview-On-The-James. Memorial contributions may land. Memorial services were held in the family home as brothers; brother-in-law, Stuart A. Shipley; be made to Westview-On-TheFriday, Nov. 19, 2010 at Ashland Presbyterian Church, 401 Virginia and many loving nieces, nephews, James Camp and Retreat Center, 1231 Westview Rd., Goochland, Street, Ashland. In lieu of flowers, other cousins and friends. Bill Va. 23063. served proudly in the U.S. Navy contributions may be made to during WWII with P.T. Boats Ashland Presbyterian Church, in the Pacific. Bill was known as or the Aurelia & Harold Starke Gertrude Howell Wilson, “Monk” at C&P Telephone Com- 95, of St. Stephens Church, was Scholarship Fund at Randolphpany, where he retired after 38 Macon College. called home to rest on Nov. 16, years of service. He was an active 2010. She was a devoted wife, member of Mechanicsville United mother, grandmother and Charlie F. Walker, of Methodist Church for 61 years. great-grandmother. Gertrude Mechanicsville, went to be Through the years, he served as was a member of St. Stephens with the Lord on Nov. 18, 2010. He was predeceased by his parents, Herbert T. and Liza Walker. He is survived by his wife, Gerry Walker; a son, Thomas H. Smith Jr. and wife, Rebecca; grandson, Thomas H. Smith III and wife, Cicek; three sisters, Call them today to make an appointment Patsy Walker, Liz McMullin and Alice Dudley; and two brothers, to learn how you can reach over 63,000 Johnny and Lewis Walker. The households in print and 140,000 each family received friends on Friday, month online! Nov. 19, 2010 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville, where Sarah Oswald and Tom Haynie services were held Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010. Graveside services were Multi-media Advertising Representatives held at Hanover Memorial Park. Mr. Walker was a member of the 804-746-1235 ext. 28 804-746-1235 ext. 27 VFW Post 9808 and the Moose soswald@mechlocal.com thaynie@mechlocal.com Lodge of Mechanicsville.

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Mother Goose Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 10 a.m. Ages 6 - 24 months with adult. For more information call 746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place. The Origin of Nutcrackers at the Hanover Branch Library at 5 p.m. Local artist Glen Crider will talk about the origins of nutcrackers and display some of his work. We’ll have a Nutcracker-themed

Storytime for children, too. Hanover Branch Library ornaments will also be on sale. Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information call 3656210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. Parkinson’s Disease – Support Group – Meeting for Parkinsonians and caregivers held at Circle Center, 4900 W. Marshall Street at 7 p.m. Contact Kathy H. Morton at 730-1336 for more information.

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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.

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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 ser ved. Sponsored by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information call 559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road.

Children’s Christmas Musical and Bir t hday Party for Jesus at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. The event is located at New Highland Baptist Church, 9200 New Ashcake Road, Mechanicsville, Va. 23116. For more information please call 550-9601 or visit www.newhighlandbaptist.org.

December 31 is approaching rapidly! Check your insurance benefits. Many will expire at the end of the year. Call to schedule an appointment for the care you need and to take advantage of your remaining dental benefits!

Thursday, Dec. 9

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Mechanicsville Recreation Association will hold their Annual Santa Breakfast. The event is located at 8175 Elm Dr. from 8-10:30 a.m. Adults are $6, kids (2-10) $4, children under 2 eat free. Proceeds will benefit medical expenses for a Mechanicsville child. Pool membership is a great gift idea - $100 off during holiday season. Save an additional 10% if membership purchased at Santa Breakfast. There is a $5 charge for photo with Santa. see CALENDAR, pg. 37 `

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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, MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

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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 Presbyter ian 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.

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Friday, Dec. 18 The Chickahominy Fire Company – Station 10 will hold a Community Breakfast With Santa. From 8– 11 a.m. at their Firehouse, 10414

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VFW Post 9808 New Year’s Eve dance from 8-1 a.m. featuring live music at 8:30 p.m. by the Blue River Band playing country, 50’s and 60’s tunes. Entry fee is $40 per couple or $20 for singles. Ticket includes entertainment, set-ups and heavy hors dóeuvres buffet with 1 champayne bottle/table. Everyone is invited to come out to ring in the new year at your local VFW Battlefield Post 9808 with your dancing shoes! For reservations and information, contact VFW Mon-Fri mornings from 8-12 p.m. at 7469808.

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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.

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.

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Division 5 Central Region Football Championship Dinwiddie at Hanover 7:30 p.m. For more information go to www.mechlocal.com

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Wave crashes against Hawks’ onslaught 56-26

www.mechlocal.com See slideshow online! Photos by Charlie Leffler/The Local

Above left: Hanover’s Deane Cheatham (7) drags Petersburg’s Mardell Abrams (28) on his way to a long gain. Above: Quarterback Sam Rogers (10) breaks out for a 45-yard run to set up the Hawks’ first score of the game. Left: There was little that Hanover’s Aaron Hall (21) could do to defend a remarkable backwards diving catch from the Wave’s Devondre Pollard. The catch set up Petersburg on the 5-yard line, however the Hawks’ defense did not allow a score.

By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local Petersburg’s Crimson Wave broke against a Hanover juggernaut. In a rematch of last year’s Central Region championship game, the Hawks – led by sophomore quarterback Sam Rogers – pounded away and eventually wore down visiting Petersburg 56-26 in a Central Region Division 5 football semifinal. Both teams demonstrated big-play potential, but the Hawks (11-0) did a better job of controlling the ball. As the

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Petersburg (7-2) defense spent most of the night keying on Hanover senior running back Deane Cheatham, they opened up opportunities for Rogers. Rogers was particularly deadly running off tackle, finishing the night with 16 carries for 269 yards and one touchdown. He completed 4-of-7 passes for 128 yards and three touchdowns. Cheatham drew his share of Crimson blood, however, rushing 17 times for 110 yards and three touchdowns. “We knew they’d be keying on Deane. Deane’s a (heck) of

a running back,” Rogers said. “We’ve got an awesome offensive line. Our offensive line just dominates, dominates all the time.” Hanover’s victory cast a pall on an otherwise spectacular performance by Petersburg quarterback Kevin Green. Green, playing with an injured knee, completed 32-of-53 passes for 502 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. “Defensively, we made some mistakes here and there, but that kid can throw the football,” see HAWKS, pg. 39 `

Hampden-Sydney gets cut oﬀ at the pass Tigers’ bid to tie it late ﬁzzles short as two-point attempt falls incomplete By Eric Kolenich Media General News Services HA M P DE N - SY DN EY — When it comes to playing Montclair State, HampdenSydney apparently is cursed by two-point conversions. The second matchup between the Red Hawks and the Tigers ended much like the first one. A failed two-point conversion cost Hampden-Sydney, which lost 16-14 Saturday in the first round of the NCAA Division III playoffs. The first matchup, the 1970 Knute Rockne Bowl, resulted in 7-6 H-SC loss when the Tigers failed to make a two-point

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Hanover coach Josh Just said of Green. “He was winging it around there, but I thought our guys came up and made plays when we needed to, made a couple of key stops that allowed us to get more points.” Petersburg coach Mike Scott knew his team was going to face a tough opponent. “We knew we were coming up against a very physical offense at Hanover,” Scott said. “We came up against a two-headed – a three-headed – monster that was on fire tonight.” Scott said the two teams worked together in the off-season, and that work helped the Crimson Wave reach the Central Region playoffs. “My hat’s off to [Hanover coach] Josh Just. It was great working with him,” Scott said. “What you saw tonight, the display from our guys offensively, we had a lot to owe to Hanover

conversion late in the fourth quarter. Yesterday, Montclair jumped out to a 16-0 lead and held the Tigers scoreless until the fourth quarter. Then Evan King scored the first touchdown for HSC, and Andy Bruckner (L.C. Bird) snagged a pass from Travis Lane (Mills Godwin) on the Tigers’ first two-point attempt of the day to make it 16-8. “Coming out of halftime, there wasn’t one of us who thought we’d lose the game,” said linebacker Trevor Ikwild, who finished with a game-best 19 tackles. With 5:14 left, Lane completed a 9-yard pass to Bruckner to make the score 16-14. But on the two-point conversion, Lane’s pass left his hand a little too late, and it fell incomplete. H-SC would get the ball back, but MSU’s Gary Knoeppel

intercepted Lane with 3:18 left, allowing the Red Hawks to run out the clock. MSU travels to Wesley for the second round of the playoffs. In the first half, HampdenSydney struggled to find any rhythm, going 0 for 5 on thirddown attempts. “That was the best defense I’ve seen in a couple years,” HSC coach Marty Favret said of the Red Hawks. MSU dominated time of possession in the first half, holding the ball for more than 20 minutes. “We were trying to play field position and keep the ball away from them,” Montclair State coach Rick Giancola said. “They can score from anywhere.” Montclair State jumped out to a 10-0 halftime lead when Matt Jimenez charged in from 17 yards, and Jake DelVento

later kicked a 24-yard field goal. “We were lucky just to be down 10 at half,” Favret said. But the Tigers’ fortunes changes in the second half. With the lead, MSU turned to its running game, which HSC was able to stop. Then MSU quarterback Tom Fischer was forced to pass, and he threw two interceptions, one to Bill Doody and one to Ikwild. But each time, Hampden-Sydney wasn’t able to take advantage. “We — at times — forced the run,” Giancola said. “We didn’t want them to have the ball.” Lane finished 30 of 49 for 314 yards with one touchdown and one interception. “They’re as good as anybody we’ve played — including Mount Union,” Giancola said of the Tigers’ offense.

from working with them in the off-season. We still had the best regular season record we’ve had in 31 years.” The two teams’ big play potential was evident early on. Petersburg’s second touchdown came on a 63-yard pass from Green to Keith Johnson with 2:42 remaining in the half to close the gap to within two points, 14-12, of Hanover. But the Hawks responded with an 86-yard kickoff return by Xavier Crocker 17 seconds later. Matt Palmen’s kick made it 21-12. The Crimson Wave was determined to strike back in the remaining seconds in the half. They were knocking on the end zone door when a pass interference call on the Hawks as time ran out gave Petersburg another chance to score from the Hanover 10. Green’s pass failed to find its mark, however. The big plays continued to play a role after the break. Rogers began the first drive of the second half with a 29-yard run.

Cheatham followed with a 22yard run, and the Hawks capped it with Cheatham’s 4-yard scoring run with 9:50 left. On their next drive, Rogers’ 41-yard run set up a 6-yard touchdown by Cheatham with 7:20 in the third quarter that put the Hawks up 35-12. “As an offense, we just know we just have to come out there and score every chance we can,” Rogers said. “We can’t really worry about what’s happening with our defense. They stepped up and made big plays tonight.” On the next possession, a 53-yard pass from Green to Demonte Gregory helped set up Petersburg’s third touchdown, which came on a 1-yard run by Elvin Briggs with 5:44 in the third quarter. Green connected with Devondre Pollard for the 2-point conversion to close to 35-20. But the Hawks kept pounding away and scored on three successive possessions at the end of the third quarter and begin-

ning of the fourth to seal the Crimson Wave’s fate. “Sam Rogers make plays all night long. When we needed a play, he was there to make it” Just said. “I thought Deane in the second half got going a little bit. And when Deane and Sam are both going, we’re going to be tough to stop.” This Friday in the Division 5 final, the Hawks host Dinwiddie, a 43-21 winner over Clover Hill,.

The Tigers have lost at home in the first round of the playoffs two years in a row. “Coach Favret always stresses, you don’t lose at home,” wide receiver Sean Cavanaugh [Clover Hill] said. Cavanaugh finished with nine catches for 160 yards and made a handful of diving grabs. “We don’t expect to lose — ever,” Cavanaugh said. “On the sidelines, no one gets worried. Then it’s over. You don’t expect it.”

(kick failed) H-SC —King 1 run (Bruckner pass from Lane) H-SC – Bruckner 9 pass from Lane (pass failed) RUSHING MSU — Jimenez 29 carries, 113 yards, Scoppa 13-28, Fischer 5-26. H-SC—Lane 7-23, Shembo 2-13, King 5-2.

PASSING MSU — Fischer 18 completions, 33 attempts, 270 yards, 1 touchdown, 3 interceptions. HEric Kolenich is a staff SC—Lane 30-49, 314, 1, 1.

writer for the Richmond Times RECEIVING Dispatch. Montclair State ......... 0 10 6 0 — 16 Hampden-Sydney......0 0 0 14 — 14 MSU—Jimenez 17 run (DelVento kick) MSU—FG DelVento 24 MSU—Keegan 81 pass from Fischer

MSU — Keegan 6 recpetions, 149 yards, Roesing 6-85, LaSala 3-22, Tejada 1-8, Clapp 1-8, Lewin 1-minus-2. H-SC — Cavanaugh 9-160, King 8-62, Vance 5-58, Bruckner 5-32, Goad 3-2.

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P – Briggs 1 run (run failed) H – MarzaeBrooks 25 pass from Rogers (Palmen kick) H – Underdown 22 pass from Rogers (Palmen kick) P – Johnson 63 pass from Green (pass failed) H – Crocker 86 kickoff return (Palmen kick) H – Cheatham 4 run (Palmen kick) H – Cheatham 6 run (Palmen kick) P – Briggs 1 run (Pollard pass from Green)

Hanover’s Xavier Crocker (1) soars in to break up a potential touchdown pass intended for Petersburg’s Devondre Pollard.

H – Cheatham 21 run (Palmen kick) H – Facison 52 pass from Rogers (Palmen kick) H – Rogers 41 run (Palmen kick) P – Robinson 21 pass from Green (run failed) RUSHING: Petersburg – Green 1 carry (minus 1) yards, Briggs 2-2, Gregory 4-11, Abrams 1-7, Turner 3-9. Hanover – Rogers 16-269,

Cheatham 17-110, Jones 7-31. PASSING: Petersburg – Green 32 completions 53 attempts 502 yards, 2 interceptions. Hanover – Rogers 4-7-128-0. RECEIVING: Petersburg – Mitchell 1 reception 1 yard, Pollard 6-95, Pair 8-88, Gregory 6-93, Johnson 8-148, Robinson 1-21, Briggs 1-11, Harris 1-23. Hanover – MarzBrooks 1-25, Underdown 2-51, Facison 1-52.

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Central Region volleyball teams sent home Atlee, Deep Run fall shy of playing for state title

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By Arthur Utley Media General News Services Semifinal night in the Virginia High School League Group AAA girls volleyball tournament didn’t turn out so good for Central Region champion Atlee and runner-up Deep Run. Stone Bridge of Ashburn defeated Atlee 25-22, 30-28, 25-18, and Kellam of Virginia Beach eliminated Deep Run 2518, 25-21, 21-25, 25-21 at the Siegel Center last night. Northern Region champion Stone Bridge will meet Eastern Region champ Kellam at 7 p.m. tomorrow in the final. It’s the first time in the championship match for both teams. It’s the third year in a row since Deep Run won the second of back-to-back state titles that a team from the Central Region hasn’t made it to the final. Atlee (26-2) met its match against the Bulldogs. One of Atlee’s strengths is its balanced attack. Points can come from anywhere. Stone Bridge is equally balanced and taller. Middle hitter Alexandra Heyn, who is headed to Ohio State, is 6-4. “They could attack from anywhere, and they had big swingers across the front,” Atlee

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Above left: Atlee head coach Curtis Carpenter offers instructions to Meg Bowers during the VHSL state semifinal match. Above right: Atleeís Courtney Booth and Meg Bowers (99) watch as a kill attempt from Stone Bridge’s Christine Beckham caroms off the out-of-bounds pole.

outside hitter Meg Bowers said. Added outside hitter/setter Karlie Suber, “We hadn’t played a team with a strong middle.” The Raiders had lost just five sets this season. The first set last night was tight throughout. The score was tied at 20, 21 and 22 before the Bulldogs won the last three points and the set. “We tend to start slow, not by choice, and feel the other team out,” Stone Bridge coach Jill Raschiatore said. “All of a

sudden we turn it on.” The second set was an uphill climb for the Raiders, who fell behind 17-11. With Hailey Brooks, Katy Stiles, Suber and Bowers contributing points, Atlee rallied. The Bulldogs regained the momentum and led 24-21. Kills from Brooks and Stiles and ace from Brooks knotted the score. The teams traded points to 28-28. Atlee errors gave the Bulldogs the winning two points.

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The Bulldogs raced to a 9-1 lead in third set, but the Raiders rallied again to tie at 13 on back-to-back aces by Brooks. She served what appeared to be a third straight ace, but the serve was called out. Stone Bridge outscored Atlee 11-5 from there. Jitters from the first time in a state semifinal affected the Raiders more than the Bulldogs. “We weren’t as composed as we have been,” Atlee coach

Curtis Carpenter said. “We had a pretty good season. We exceeded expectations but came up short.” Kellam won the first two games and appeared in control against Deep Run, but the Wildcats (24-7) out-battled the Knights in the third game. “If we had started sooner, I think we would have seen better results, but we stayed together when we were down,” said Central Region player of the year Chaney LaReau, who

had 19 kills and 16 digs in her final high school match. Kellam bolted to a big lead in the fourth set, but Deep Run closed to 21-20 before another kill by Cheyanne James and Wildcats’ errors ended the match. James, a junior, logged 23 kills, eight digs and four blocks. “When we all walked in, we knew Kellam would be tough, but I thought we could do some things to counter them,” said see ATLEE, pg. 41 `

R-MC splits games in Tip-Oﬀ Classic Jackets’ inconsistency leads to Panther win 70-63 By JP Beauchamp For The Mechanicsville Local On Saturday afternoon, the Randolph-Macon women’s basketball team came into the second round of their Tip-Off Classic still high from beating No. 14 Mary Washington the day before. Yet, it quickly became apparent that they had difficulty finding their groove against Ferrum College, falling to the Panthers 70-63. “We played hard last night,” said R-MC head coach, Carroll LaHaye. “We had a great win against the nationally ranked team.” But facing a solid Ferrum squad as a follow-up tested the Yellow Jacket’s ability to do so on a regular basis early in the season. “We’re still finding ourselves a little bit,” LaHaye said. “Right now we lack some consistency. We’re playing a lot of different combinations. Sometimes

those combinations work, and sometimes they don’t. Tonight we just never did get the right combination.” The Panthers on the other hand, were eager to put their Friday loss to Roanoke behind them. By the close of the first period, they had run out a nine point lead, largely due to shooting 45 percent to RMC’s 32 percent. “I think that they executed their offense to perfection,” LaHaye said. “The scouting report that we had on them was ‘block, low block, low block, low block.’ And I thought that we were prepared to play against that, but we certainly didn’t show that tonight. I think that we didn’t pressure the ball enough and they were allowed to run their offense the way they wanted to, and they did very well at that.” Panthers’ head coach Bryan Harvey knew his team had their work cut out for them coming into the Classic. “We knew coming down here this weekend that all four teams were going to be quality teams,” he

said. “They were good opponents for us, and a chance for us to see where we were. We felt like last night (Roanoke) we kind of let it get away from us down the stretch…didn’t execute…weren’t very disciplined. And today, we knew we were going to have to play a lot better.” The Jackets made a second half rally with short bursts of scoring combined with a pressing defense to get within a couple of points of the Panthers. But without the consistency they were looking for, they fell further behind as the game progressed. “We just put that press in the other day, so I wasn’t even quite sure we should do it, but I was pleased with the effort,” LaHaye said. Jennifer O’Briant was an example of R-MC’s shooting woes, going 1-for-6 on the evening. “It was a rough shooting night for us; but overall I think that we didn’t come out with enough intensity that we had last night,” she said. “I think we made some runs, but we

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Randolph-Macon sophomore guard Madison Dulaney goes inside for the running jumper against the Ferrum defense.

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Left: Atlee’s Katy Stiles (11) and Karlie Suber (2) watch as teammate Hayleigh Moody (4) gets a stuff on a Stone Bridge shot in the VHSL state semifinals.

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No. 2 Yellow Jackets take Gettysburg Tip-Oﬀ R-MC uses balanced attack to take early season tournament Staff reports GETTYSBURG, PA – The No. 2 ranked Randolph-Macon College Men’s Basketball team turned in solid backto-back performances to sweep the Gettysburg Tip-Off Tournament. On Friday, the Yellow Jackets opened up the tournament with an 84-62 win over Shenandoah then followed that with a 56-42 win over host Gettysburg on Saturday.

Shooting 50 percent from the floor in their opener, RandolphMacon featured three players in double-figures, led by 16 points from Danny Jones, (in 14 minutes of action off the bench). Calvin Croskey (13 points) and Brandon Braxton who scored 12 points on 6-of-8 shooting. The Yellow Jackets got off to a good start, taking a 22-8 lead midway through the first half. From there the lead continued to grow, reaching 25 points when Braxton converted a layup with 17 seconds to go in the half. R-MC, which shot 69.7 per-

cent in the first half, took a 50-26 to lead into the locker room and then opened the second half with a 20-5 run in the opening 10 minutes, taking a 70-31 advantage on a threepointer by Croskey. The Randolph-Macon bench outscored the SU subs 39-10, while R-MC held a 45-33 edge on the boards. Facing host Gettysburg, Randolph-Macon finished the game on a 19-8 run over the final six minutes to take the game 56-42. R-MC (3-0) was led by alltournament choice Eric Pugh

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next time.” Molly Brown was in the same boat going 2-for-7. “Her shots were not falling tonight; but normally she is a very good shooter,” LaHaye said. “She definitely has the green light when the ball is in her hands, ‘cause she’s one of our better shooters and she’s not afraid to shoot, and that’s what it takes.” Maggie Roy led the Yellow Jackets on back to back nights, scoring 12 points against Mary Washington and 16 against Ferrum. Roy showed moments of offensive brilliance hitting 7-of-13 field goals and 2-of-5 three-pointers. Lindsay Sharman and Katie Williams added 10 each while Taylor Wieczorek pulled down six rebounds on the night. The final shooting percentages varied little from first half and from LaHaye’s standpoint, the Yellow Jackets needed to just shoot the ball. “We didn’t even take the shots that I thought we had,” she said. “I thought that our shooters stood around a little bit. We’ll work on it. The things that I saw that we can improve on, can be improved on. So, I’m pretty excited about

who had a team-high 19 points. Jones, who was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player, came off the bench to score 16 points and grab seven rebounds in 21 minutes of action. Jones helped R-MC to a 35-26 advantage on the boards for the game. Adam Desgain and Kevin Voelkel also grabbed six rebounds. Gettysburg (1-1) got 24 points and seven rebounds from all-tournament choice Andrew Powers. Defensively, R-MC held GC to just 15 field goals on the afternoon, including 0-for-8 from beyond the

RANDOLPH-MACON (2-1) ROY, Maggie 7-13 0-0 16; WILLIAMS, Katie 3-9 4-4 10; SHARMAN, Lindsey 4-6 2-3 10; WIECZOREK, Taylor 2-4 4-4 8; ASAY, Jillian 1-6 2-2 5; BROWN, Molly 2-7 0-0 4; O’BRIANT,Jennifer 1-6 2-2 4; CANTRELL, Jordan 0-2 3-4 3; DULANEY, Madison 0-4 34 3; PHELPS, Christina 0-0 0-1 0; GRUNE, Stephanie 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 20-57 20-24 63.

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Randolph-Macon’s Taylor Wieczorek (20) goes inside and gets the hard foul from Shea Smith of Ferrum in the Yellow Jackets’ 70-63 Tip-Off Classic loss on Saturday.

the spirit of this group and also the potential of it. “That’s always a tough job for a coach is making sure that your shooters continue to shoot…whether they miss a basket or six baskets,” LaHaye added. “You’ve got to shoot, ‘cause you always miss 100 percent of those shots you don’t take. But the kids, they want to be perfect all the time. They take a lot of pride with their academics, and they do the same thing with their basketball; and they just think that they’re supposed to play perfect all time. Sometime that

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gets in the way.” R-MC plays at Eastern Mennonite on Tuesday night then travels to Lynchburg on Nov. 30. FERRUM 70, MACON 63

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FERRUM (1-2) BULLOCK, Brittney 7-12 1-2 15; KIPPS, Katy 4-7 0-1 8; SMITH, Shea 3-10 22 8; KEITH, Kristen 4-11 0-0 8; GOINS, Kayla 3-6 1-2 7; AKERS, Tesla 3-9 0-0 7; FRAZIER, Kelsey 2-3 0-0 4; CLEMENTS, Ashley 2-4 0-0 4; BURWELL, Boreika 1-2 1-1 3; TERRY, Teara 1-1 0-0 3; FARMER,

Ferrum...................... 37 33 - 70 Randolph-Macon..... 28 35 - 63 3-point goals--Ferrum 3-10 (FARMER, Amanda 1-2; AKERS, Tesla 1-5; TERRY, Teara 1-1; GOINS, Kayla 0-1; SMITH, Shea 0-1), Randolph-Macon 3-17 (ROY, Maggie 2-5; ASAY, Jillian 1-3; BROWN, Molly 0-2; O’BRIANT,Jennifer 0-2; CANTRELL, Jordan 0-1; DULANEY, Madison 0-1; WILLIAMS, Katie 0-3). Fouled out--Ferrum-None, Randolph-Macon-None. Rebounds-Ferrum 42 (BULLOCK, Brittney 8), Randolph-Macon 35 (WIECZOREK, Taylor 6). Assists--Ferrum 18 (KEITH, Kristen 5), RandolphMacon 11 (WILLIAMS, Katie 6). Total fouls--Ferrum 18, RandolphMacon 14. Technical fouls--FerrumNone, Randolph-Macon-None. A-691

three point arc. The game was a defensive battled throughout with neither teams being able to open up more than a seven-point edge through the first 35 minutes of action. After a Powers bucket trimmed the Jackets’ lead to 3734 with just over six minutes, RMC scored the next 10 points, taking a 47-34 advantage on a Pugh three-pointer with three minutes to play in the game. The Bullets attempted to rally when a Powers shot pulled GC within nine at 47-38 with 2:26 to go, but that would be as

close as they would get as R-MC scored the next seven points to seal the game. Randolph-Macon will be back in action on Friday when it travels to Wabash College in Crawfordsville, IN. to take on UW-Lacrosse at 6 p.m. All-Tournament Team: Mitch Dudley (Shenandoah), Andrew Powers (Gettysburg), Alex Zurn (Gettysburg), Eric Pugh (Randolph-Macon), Brandon Braxton (RandolphMacon). Most Valuable Player: Danny Jones (Randolph-Macon).

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a knee injury and will miss the remainder of the season.

Last week, former Hanover standout Chelsea Coward led the Longwood University women’s basketball team with a game-high 19 points in a 6865 loss to High Point. Coward has started every game for the Lancers this season and is the team’s third-leading scorer at 10.5 points per game. Coward is shooting .333 percent from three point range and averaging 5.5 rebounds per game. Lindsey Martin (Atlee) has played in two games for the Lancers this season averaging 3.5 minutes per contest.

As a freshman, former Atlee standout Brittany Hill is one of only two players to start every game this season for Quinnipiac University. In three games Hill is averaging 20.3 minutes of play 3.3 points and shooting .364 from the floor. This Friday, Quinnipiac travels to Vanderbilt and they will play USC or Princeton on Sunday.

Sophomore Sydney Henderson (Atlee) turned in a dominating performance when the Mount St. Mary’s women’s basketball team traveled to the University of Virginia for their season opener. In 24 minutes of action, Henderson scored a career high 17 points on 6-of14 shooting while pulling down three rebounds and getting three steals in the 81-58 loss. But with 12:01 to play in the second half as she scored her 17th point, Henderson suffered

Sophomore Cameron Colquitt (Atlee) has started two of three games for Randolph College this season and is averaging 5.7 points. On the season, Colquitt is shooting 50 percent from the floor and 75 percent from 3-point range while averaging 1.7 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game. Sophomore Dylan Cole (Hanover) and freshman Chris Cook (Lee-Davis) have participated in two games this season for the No. 2 ranked RandolphMacon men’s basketball team. Both players are averaging one rebound a game in six minutes of action for the undefeated Yellow Jackets.

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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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7297 Jackson Ave. Apt H, 2 story. 1-Master Bedroom & 1-small bedroom, 1 Bath. Large kitchen & den with C/A. Water & trash pick up included. $725/month, Available Immediately. Call Dennis 746-8630.

King William Apartment for Rent Aylett Area2nd floor, 1 bedroom apartment in quiet rural setting. Includes stove, refrigerator, and washer/dryer. $510 per month. Year lease. Good credit and verifiable income required. No pets. Available Nov. 1st. Call Joe 804-909-2471. LakeRidge Square Apartments, Voted Hanover’s Best for 2010! "Superior" Resident Satisfaction Award! Your "Home" , Our " Pleasure" Spacious 2BR/2BA Apartment Homes. Washer/Dryer /Alarm and all Appliances included. Prices from $825! www.lakeridgesquare.com 804-550-2676 804-550-3566 Fax 2 miles from VCC Mall and all conveniences!

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7186 Bellspring Dr - 3-bdrm, 2-bath, liv., fam. rms., eat-in kit., laundry rm, 2-car det. garage, Koi Pond, ingrd. pool, privacy fence, lg. deck. Rent or Sale. $1300/mo. + dep. or $235K/purchase price. No Smoking. Small pets w/deposit. Call 385-9296 Hanover High Area - 9189 Swannanoa Trail 3BR 1.5 Bth. No smoking. $1000/mo + deposit. Call 804-730-3012 or 804-334-6208. KIng William - 4-bdrm, 3.5 bath, 3,000sq. ft. w/2car garage. Former model home w/tons of upgrades. Available Decemeber 1st. No Pets. Credit Check. $1695/mo. + $1695 Deposit. Call Balducci Realty, Inc. (804) 730-0033. Old Town Mechanicsville 2-bdrm, 1-bath. $950/mo. + $950/deposit. Available mid- December. Call 874-7020.

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Business & Service Directory CHILD CARE Child Care for All Ages. Infants welcome. Mechanicsville Elementary School district. Lots of Experience. Great Rates! 723-5236

Do you need childcare over Christmas Break? Kitty’s Kids at Shady Grove, Inc. offers part-time Drop-in care for children that do not have to be currently enrolled in our program! We also still have spaces available in several of our classes. For more information visit our website (www.kittyskids.net) or contact Shayna (559-7690 or ShaynaTignor@shadygroveumc.org). FT/PT openings in a Great, Learning & Loving Day Care. 25 yrs exp. 909-2333.

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WANTED: Silver Bullion, Coins, Sterling. Premiums Paid on Collector Coins. Call for current prices but as of 11/11/10 it is 16x face value on 90% silver U.S. Coins. Kurt Butler 338-4705

Electrical Helpers- Tolley Electrical Corp. is seeking electrical helpers with no experience for commercial work. Transportation is required. Please call 550-2666.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Bed - New Mattress Set in Plastic w/ warr. Full $99, Queen $109, King $189. Delivery/Lay -A-Way. 218-0680

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Transportation WANTED AUTOS A. J. ’S JUNK CAR REMOVAL 804-441-4314 WE BUY JUNK CARS $100 & UP!!!

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Happy 21st Birthday Travis Grant!

Merchandise FIREWOOD & FUEL All Seasoned Hardwood. Split & Delivered. Call 730-2163 or 901-2163 (cell) Firewood - Oak & Hickory. Small & Large Load Delivered. 804-746-1281 Seasoned Firewood Delivered Call Ryan 503-8724 Seasoned Firewood For Sale $100. per load Call 513-6525

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Light wood and glass dining room set for sale. Includes table, extension leaf, 4 matching chairs and 1 matching buffet with green marble top. Will seat 4 to 6 people without extension and 6 to 8 people with extension. $400.00 or best offer, cash only. Call Cheryl at 804-678-8280 for inquiries. Advertise with The Mechanicsville Local Call 746-1235 to hear about The Local’s upcoming advertising opportunities!

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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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 Barber Stylist needed at Bob’s Barber Shop High Commission. Call Bob at 730-3036. Drivers: Increased Freight! No-Touch & Have a Home Life! Great Weekly Pay, Benefits! CDL-A, 2 yrs. Exp. Swing Transport: 1-800-849-5378 Heavy Duty/Light Duty Wrecker DriverMust have CDL- Class A & Good Driving Record. Insurance offered. 746-4937

A New Direction in Home Health Care RN/PRN Join our team at Southeastern Home Health Care located in Mechanicsville. We care for patients in Hanover, Henrico, King William, King & Queen, Tappahannock & the City of Richmond. Contact us 769-1380 or fax resume to 769-1377 or visit us at www.sehomehealth.com

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LEGAL NOTICES

Affordable Home Repairs Carpentry, Roofing, Siding, Replacement Windows Gutters & Decks. Lic/Ins. Jim Martin, 347-3812

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HANOVER

CHIMNEY CLEANING

In re: Robert L. Sherrod, deceased

Hanover Chimney Sweeps Serving area since 1981. Ins. Chimney & Gutter Cleaning. 746-1056

#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 I ASK FOR THIS: John D. Bristow (VSB #46687) Armstrong Bristow Farley & Schwarzschild PLC 1807 Libbie Avenue, Suite 200 Richmond, VA 23226 Phone: (804) 282-6170, Fax: (804) 282-6175

HEALTH CARE Medical Facilities of America Hanover Health & Rehabilitation Center has openings for:

û Discharge Planner/Social Worker û Occupational Therapist û Physical Therapist

DRIVEWAYS -SEASON SPECIAL- Load of Driveway Stone, delivered & tailgate spread, $195. Top Soil $175/ per load. Also available driveway grading & bushogging. Call 400-9957 Stoneman Paving Co. Inc. Res/Com. Asphalt, Concrete, Seal Coating & Striping, Driveways, Patios, & Pool Decks. Lic/Ins. 20 yrs. exp. 746-9102 stonemanpaving.com

ELECTRICAL Always Call Brent Electric Master Electrician 30 yrs. exp. Lifetime Mech Res. Free Est. Lic/Ins. 804-833-5184 Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044 Lloyds Electrical Service Inc. For all your wiring needs. Res. & Comm. Class-A, Lic & Ins. Free Estimates. 746-3650 / 909-2253

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û Weekend LPNs & CNAs We are located close to Rt. 360 and I-295 in Mechanicsville. Interested applicants please forward a resume with salary requirements to: Teresa Wallace, Human Resources Mgr. 8139 Lee Davis Road Mechanicsville, VA 23111 804.559.5036 (fax) E-mail: twallace@mfa.net

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**Fence Scapes** Custom Wood, Chain-Link, Vinyl, Aluminum. Lic. & Ins. Free Est. 559-8797 *SUPERIOR FENCE CO* for the BEST VALUE on a Quality Wood Fence. Call 559-2211 Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Winters Fencing 627-2935 Best Prices! Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates.

FLOORS Carpet Installed $1.19 sq. ft. -Six colors to choose from. 100% Nylon, FHA approved. We also Install: Vinyl, Hardwood, Ceramic, Laminate & Do Repairs. For Free Measurements Call (804)-244-1239 Hardwood Installation & Refinishing. Laminate & Tile flooring also. Licensed & Insured. Call Derrick 804-928-6564.

GARAGES/GARAGE DOORS Mechanicsville Garage Door Sales & Service. 254-0398

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CALL 737-1439 or 305-2491 GUTTERS GUTTER CLEANING Licensed /Insured. Free Estimates. Call Ernie Perdue, 328-1668 Hanover Handy Services - P o w e r w a s h i n g Houses, Decks, Gutter Cleaning Licensed & Insured. Call 363-8393

HEATING/AC BELL CREEK Heating- Cooling Service & Preventative Maintenance. 31 yrs exp. Lic. BBB 559-1045. Heating & Air Conditioning -Repairs & Installation Licensed & Insured. Lic #VA 2705101311 10% Discount on New Installations 804-356-5068

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LAWN CARE NORMAN’S TREE & LAWN CARE SERVICE. GRASS CONTRACTS, SEEDING, AERATION, MULCHING, LEAF REMOVAL, TRACTOR WORK & MORE. FREE EST. LICENSED & INSURED. CALL 769-7197 1 RJ. Davis Lawn Care, Inc. Complete Lawn Care Service, 798-0492 rjdavislawncare.com Johnson’s Lawn Service Retired, looking for lawns that need TLC. Lawn Clean up and Leaf Removal. 746-0234 KJLC Commercial Grounds Maintenance Commercial & Residential Landscape Grading, Pavers, Sidewalk, Patios & Retaining Walls, Drainage, Weed Control, Fertilization, Aeration, Seeding, Pruning, Mulch. Call 746-0827

Drywall Repairs- Small jobs welcome. Clean & Dependable. Licensed & Insured 30 years experience. Dean~ 803-8417

MACDONALD & SON COMPLETE LAWN SERVICE LEAF REMOVAL 779-2123

Herring Home ImprovementWindows, Decks, Sheds, Repairs. Licensed & Insured. Call 537-5755

Sandy Valley Lawn Care - Insured Mowing, Aerate - Seed, Fertilize, Leaf Removal Complete Lawn Care 779-7046

Stanley Home Improvement Repairs inside & out, No job too small. Door/Window Lic/ Ins. Ken 262-8845

HOUSEWASHING BL&G Powerwashing Lic / Ins. Houses, Decks, Fences etc. Deck Sealing & Staining avail. Free Est, Donald Cassity 317-9156, 779-0349.

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PAINTING Affordable House Painting & Repairs Int. & Ext. Painting, Staining, Power Washing, Textured Ceilings, Sheetrock & Wall Papering Lic. & Ins. - Kevin Taylor, 241-5016 SPRUCE UP FOR THE HOLIDAYS! THERE IS STILL TIME! Paint 4-rooms Get 5th FREE. 2-Day Turnaround! We move everything! Call BJ at 357-6419. Throckmortoninc.com

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ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential. Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531 DAVE’S PAINTING COMPANY AFFORDABLE HOME MAINTENANCE NOW AVAILABLE! 730-4263 E.J. HornungExcellent References. Interior & Exterior. Great Rates. 746-5613 Painting By George Interior & Exterior Reasonable Rates. Call 550-3260 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352

PLUMBING Browning Plumbing Services, Inc. Plumbing Repairs and Back Flow Testing Reduced Rates. Call 559-4766

ADAM S. MEDEK MEDEK TREE SERVICE, INC. Residential & Commercial Services Tree Removal, Pruning, Stump Grinding Emergency Services – Class A VA License Fully Insured – accepting VISA/MC/AmEx Call today for your FREE EST.746-8580 A People’s Tree Service- Professional work at a reasonable rate. Ins. Free Est. Mulch. Call 730-2163 ELLIS TREE SERVICE, LLC. Mike Ellis, Cert. Arborist MA-5162A Take Downs, Trimming, Stump Grinding 24 Hr. Emergency Services Available Competitive Pricing - Over 18 yrs. Exp. Insured / Free Estimates 746-4408 Ernie’s Tree Service - Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding. Free Est. 75ft. Bucket Truck. BBB. 730-6563 or 833-9663 Howard Tree Service Trimming & Take Downs. Stump Removal. If it’s tree work - we do it! Insured. Free Est. Michael 746-7546 or 779-7011 day/night. MC/VISA/Discover.

Gary’s Plumbing Repair Service. Lic./Ins. 218-1467 It "Fitz" Plumbing 30 Years Experience Repair & Renovation Call 804-767-0979 Paul Brown Plumbing - 28 years in business. New Residential, Light Commercial, Renovations, Additions & Service. We do it all! Senior Citizen Discounts. Call for free estimate, 804-746-5030.

ROOFING A W Austin/ Q R & R Vinyl Siding, Thermal Windows, Seamless Alum. gutters, Roofing & Painting, 5 yr. warr. Free Est. Class A #2705-042498A. Insured. Call 226-9293. Davidson Roofing Co. Residential roofing & repair specialist. Lic/ Ins. GAF authorized installer. Free Est. George Davidson 804-672-0540 / 804-263-5121. BBB. www.davidsonroofing.com

SNOW REMOVAL SNOW PLOWING COMPANY TAKING ON NEW CONTRACTS FOR SNOW REMOVAL FOR 2010-11 SEASON. RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CALL 402-6531

TILE PCT Remodeling Tile / Kitchens & Baths Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. Call 264-9352

TOP SOIL Top Soil & Fill Dirt. Machine Cleaned & Rich. Willie Cosby Contractor 737-8719 or 737-0246

TREE SERVICE Norman’s Tree Service - Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, etc. No Job too BIG or small. Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Call 769-7197 or 387-3161

R. L. Elliott Enterprises, Inc Residential / Commercial Tree Care Professional Pruning, Large / dangerous Removals Certified Arborist, Class A Contractor Fully Licensed / Insured Over 33 years’ Experience Servicing Mechanicsville 21 years Call for your free quote today (804) 559-TREE (8733) Shady Tree Service Trimming, Topping, Tree & Stump Removal, Firewood. Lic. & Ins. / Res. & Comm. 804-937-3671 William A. Silva Jr., Owner/Operator

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Give homemade gifts from the kitchen this holiday season

Five tips to simplify your holiday shopping on any budget (ARA) - The holiday season is upon us. That means the stress that comes with shopping for that perfect gift is not far behind. So, what’s the best way to go about making a list, checking it twice andv sticking to a budget? Audrey McClelland is the

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gift ideas that will help you conquer your holiday shopping on budget - for everyone on your list. Keep a master list. It can get overwhelming around the holidays when you are trying to decide whom to shop for. Outline everyone you need a gift for, and remember to incorporate any unexpected last-minute gifts. Then write down a realistic number on what you want to spend on each person and stick to it. Seeing it on paper will make it easier to knock items off your list while keeping your budget in check.

Be sure to have gifts on hand that can be given to anyone … regardless of their tastes. For example, Staples carries colorful Omnitech mini speaker pods in jewel tones for only $10 that can plug into any iPod, Sony PSP, or MP3 player, and are perfect for kids and grown-ups on the

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(ARA) - Buttery chocolate cookie dough with chocolate chunks, nuts and marshmallows. Creamy caramels with apple cider and warm spices. These are just a taste of some of the irresistible sweets you could be gifting this holiday season. Homemade holiday gifts deserve special presentations, but these finishing touches don’t have to mean a lot of extra time or money. Break out the crafting supplies, hit up a vintage shop or venture online to gather an inspired collection of packaging materials. With a few simple tips, you can create a memorable presentation worthy of the sweet, buttery goodness inside. * Create a candy cone. To package small, individuallywrapped candies such as Spiced Apple Caramels, find some festive paper at a craft or scrapbook store. Roll it into a cone and tape it shut at the seam. Add ribbon or other decorations and then fill the cone with candy. * Think outside the cardboard box. Consider packaging your gifts in a simple wooden box with a festive bow tied around it. Visit your local craft store for interesting containers to help you break free of the typical cardboard variety. * Take and bake. A readyto-bake treat such as North Pole Cookie Dough is the perfect hostess gift. Consider presenting it in disposable pint-sized ice cream containers. You can find them online or simply ask for a few from your local ice cream shop. Just don’t forget to add a festive tag with baking instructions. * Be sure to label. Use festive gift tags with the name of your recipe so your lucky friends and family know what a special treat they’re receiving. Custom complimentary gift tags can be found at butterisbest.com.

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Directions: Pour cider into small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until reduced to 1/3 cup; approximately 35 to 40 minutes. Set aside to cool. Line 8-inch square pan with buttered parchment paper or Spiced Apple aluminum foil. In small bowl, Caramels combine heavy cream, salt, apple pie spice, cinnamon and reduced Makes about 75 caramels cider; set aside. Ingredients: In large, heavy-bottom sauce2 cups apple cider pan, combine sugar and corn 2/3 cup heavy cream syrup. Cook over low heat, stir1 teaspoon salt ring until sugar dissolves. Insert 1 teaspoon apple pie spice (If you candy thermometer and simmer cannot find apple pie spice, substiuntil syrup reaches 234 degrees. tute 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnaRemove from heat, remove mon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon allspice.) thermometer and very slowly 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon whisk in cream mixture (mixture 1 1/2 cups sugar will foam and may spatter). Add 1/4 cup light corn syrup cubed butter and stir or whisk 1/2 cup (one stick) butter, cubed Freshly ground cinnamon or course

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Gifts from the heart that become traditions (ARA) - The richest memories of Christmas aren’t of things you’ve bought. Something plucked from a store shelf at the last minute doesn’t say much about the giver or the receiver. Christmas is a time of traditions and togetherness, and it’s a little bit different for every family. While the holiday you’re celebrating is the same as what other people are enjoying around the world, you create your own Christmas with the traditions you keep through the years. That’s not to say that the only traditions you observe are the ones that have been passed down generation after generation. With every year comes a new opportunity to make lasting Christmas memories – ones you’ll want to repeat in years to come. Gift giving doesn’t need to be impersonal, either. Whether you’re a savvy crafter or a new hand at making your own presents, creating handmade gifts is a sure way to give something that comes from – and goes right to – the heart. For the giver, there’s the pride of making something beautiful and fun, especially for your loved ones. As the receiver, what could be more meaningful than a gift that someone put their time, effort and skill into, just for you? And gifts like these might just become holiday traditions.

Create a sweet tradition Since baking is a timehonored Christmas ritual, many spend time in the kitchen, readying sweet treats

that guests can nibble on or to give as gifts. One of the most essential necessities during the fun and occasionally messy task of making cookies is an apron, making it a perfect gift for avid bakers. Jennifer AckermanHaywood, columnist, podcaster and blogger at CraftSanity.com teamed up with Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores to design a holiday gift: two aprons at once – one for mom and one for her little baking helper. Of course, they can be used all year round, but keeping mother and daughter holiday aprons in a box with Christmas cookie cutters that get pulled out for the holiday season will give them even more meaning. In future years, those little baking helpers might grow into mom’s aprons and pass their own versions down to their own junior bakers.

Gifts that really keep giving Even some items that you might not expect to pass down can become a holiday tradition. A simple project you can create as a family is just part of the fun: together, see PROJECT, pg. 8 `

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1 2/3 cups flour 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup (two sticks) butter, softened 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks 1 cup roasted almonds or toasted walnuts, roughly chopped 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

Directions: Place 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips in microwave-safe dish. Microwave 30 seconds on high, stir and continue to microwave in 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Set bowl aside and cool to room temperature. In medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. In large bowl, beat butter and both sugars using electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add melted, cooled chocolate and vanilla, blend until fully incorporated. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add flour mixture slowly; mixing until incorporat-

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ed. Fold in chocolate chunks, nuts and mini marshmallows. Fill pint containers with cookie dough and refrigerate up to four days or freeze up to one month. When giving as a gift, attach following baking instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons, or using small cookie

scoop, onto parchment-lined baking sheets, about 1 inch apart. Flatten dough slightly using back of spoon. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are lightly cracked but centers are still soft. Remove from oven and cool slightly on baking sheet before transferring cookies to wire rack to cool completely.

allow you to get a feel of the newest tech products before you Continued from pg. 2 b buy, whether you’re considering go. Digital photo ornaments in a Kindle for your mother-inthe shape of decorative balls law or a Flip video camera for or snowflakes make another that next family vacation. universally likeable gift for less It’s a digital world - folthan $15. These are also timelow your favorite shopsavers to have on hand for office ping places on Facebook Yankee swaps, hostess gifts or any unanticipated presents you and Twitter. Many stores reward their followers with up-to-themay need. minute deals via these social Don’t waste time rush- media outlets. Stores occasioning from store to store. ally post exclusive print-out Try condensing your coupons and deals specifically shopping visits to the fewest for their Facebook friends, and number of stores possible. Pick let you know about upcoming a shopping destination or two, events ahead of time. and commit to buying as many Check out the websites gifts as you can for your list of the stores that you there. If you’re looking for the plan to visit before newest tech items, Staples stores offer interactive displays that heading into the actual store.

You may be surprised by the variety of products some stores offer. It also helps you to become acquainted with the product selection and can help you to nail down specific items for each person on your list, making your trip more efficient. You may even decide to purchase some items directly on the website and have them shipped to the recipient to avoid a trip to the store or post office. For example, Staples.com offers free shipment on items over $50. “Every year, inevitably, I get caught up in the frenzy of the season,” says McClelland. “However, by sticking to these tips, I can focus on the joy of gift giving and the satisfaction of knowing I did it all under budget.”

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Great, aﬀordable gifts for kids (ARA) - Sure they love the cookies and candy, visits to Santa, and drop-ins from family and friends, but let’s face it - for kids, gifts are the real highlight of the holiday season. But if you, like many parents, hope to keep the holidays affordable this year, you may be worried about finding gifts that will thrill your child, but not break your budget. Some creative and expert advice can help ensure the holidays stay bright for your children - and affordable for you. The gift experts at Montgomery Ward offer some guidance on choosing gifts for kids: Sensible stocking stuffing It’s easy to get carried away when it comes to stuffing stockings. Many great items fit easily into a stocking, but small gifts don’t always come with a small price tag. Establish a budget for stocking stuffers, such as $20. Then look for simple, reasonably priced items. Younger children might love sparkly toothbrushes (you can even buy battery-operated ones for less than $10) featuring favorite cartoon characters. Toy cars, stickers or an inexpensive digital watch are great for boys, while girls might enjoy flavored lip balm or a small bottle of glittery nail polish. Older, tech-savvy children could use a USB flash drive to store music and photos. Main-event gifts Watching the joy in a child’s eyes as she unwraps a gift that she really wanted - or discovers the advantages of a toy she didn’t know she wanted - is the reward of creative parents. Certain types of gifts are sure to elicit just that type

of response from a child. * Remote-controlled items have been popular for decades and thanks to advances in electronics and technology, it’s now possible to find an affordable remote-control toy to tickle the fancy of almost any child. Younger children who are dinosaur aficionados may enjoy a Remote Control Dino Buddy - a stylized TRex that stomps around and swings his tail. Nature lovers might adore a remote-controlled skunk that pretends to “spray” without the stink. And of course, who doesn’t love

remote-controlled classics like at the opportunity to play with some fun spy gear. Items like robots, cars and airplanes? the Wild Planet Spy Gear Lie * Personalized gifts are fun Detector, toy night vision gogfor children of all ages, not to gles, a Stealth Voice Changer mention adults. Tots 3 to 8 are and even a Lazer Tripwire, particularly fond of receiving will encourage kids to act out a gift with their name on it as their secret agent dreams. many of them are learning to * If you have a budding recognize their own names. You can have a child’s name artist on your holiday list, art printed or embroidered on supplies like a big pad of blank numerous items, from piggy paper and a case of colored banks and sleeping bags to pencils or markers can be an rocking chairs and even wall- inexpensive way to foster creInstead of pricey store-bought coats and accessories. Visit ativity. paper murals. costumes, consider taking a Wards.com for more gift ideas * Emerging thespians trip to the secondhand store and to shop online. * If your youngster loves kids’ spy movies, he may jump may enjoy playing dress up. to stock up on hats, dresses,

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Annual Santa Breakfast —— 8175 Elm Drive —— SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11TH – 8:00 - 10:30 A.M. ADULTS $6 KIDS (2-10) $4 CHILDREN UNDER 2 FREE SANTA PICTURES $5 Proceeds will benefit medical expenses for a Mechanicsville child. Pool membership is a great gift idea $ 100 OFF during holiday season.

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you can make re-useable gift tags to give your Christmas even more character. They can adorn this year’s gifts, and be addressed to specific gift recipients and then be wiped clean. If you use them within the family, you can keep them with your Christmas decor, and if you use them on gifts for people outside your household, they’re a bonus gift that your receiver can share with their friends and family, too. By following these project instructions from Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, you can add to your holiday traditions and create your very own Christmas. For more information, go to www. Joann.com.

Mother and Daughter Holiday Aprons Supplies and tools: * 1/2 yard fabric A for child’s apron and pockets on adult’s apron, green and red/white stripe print * 1 yard solid red fabric for apron ties on both aprons and waistband on

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APRONS Continued from pg. 8 b

Directions: 1. Cut a 15 1/2 inch by 10 inch piece from fabric A for child’s apron. Fold in half to 7 3/4 inches by10 inches and round the outside corners on one end with scissors. 2. Cut four 5 inch squares from fabric A for adult apron pockets. Stack up pocket pieces and round two bottom corners. With right sides facing, sew two pocket pieces together leaving a 2 inch opening on the side for turning. Turn right side out and press. Use a large basting stitch to gather the top of pocket to measure 3 1/2 inches. Repeat for second pocket. Finish top of pockets with red bias tape trim and set aside. 3. Make a 72 inch by 5 inch strip of fabric B for child’s ruffle. Hem one long edge of

ruffle and set aside. 4. Cut an 18 1/2 inch by 13 inch piece from fabric B for adult apron. Fold piece in half to 9 1/4 inches by 13 inches and round the outside corners on one end. 5. Make a 108 inch by 3 inch strip from white fabric for top ruffle layer on adult’s apron. Hem one long edge of ruffle and set aside. 6. Cut 108 inch by 5 inch strip from fabric C for the bottom ruffle layer of adult’s apron. Hem one long edge of ruffle and set aside. 7. Cut two 4 1/2 inch squares from fabric D for single pocket on child’s apron. Round two bottom corners. With right sides facing, sew two pocket pieces together leaving a 2 inch opening on the side for turning. Turn right side out and press. Use a large basting stitch to gather the top of pocket to measure 3

Maddie Hughes Parents: Cindy and Jimmy Hughes Pet’s Hobbies: Sleeping, Partying, and Riding in the car.

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Parents: Sandra & Folger Tuck Grandparents: Barbara Handy Pet’s Hobbies: Going Bye, Bye with my Family on vacation to the Beach.

1/2 inches. Sew red bias tape around the perimeter of the pocket. Set aside. 8. Cut a 19 1/2 inch by 7 inch waistband out of fabric E for adult’s apron. Turn and press a 1/2 inch hem around perimeter. Fold in half lengthwise with right side facing and press again. Set aside. 9. Cut a 15 1/2 inch by 7 inch waistband out of solid red fabric for child’s apron. Turn and press a 1/2 inch hem around perimeter. Fold in half lengthwise with right side facing and press again. Set aside. 10. From the solid red fabric, cut two 38 inch by 6 inch ties for the adult’s apron and two 25 inch by 6 inch ties for the child’s apron. Fold each piece in half with right sides facing, cut one end on the diagonal, then sew around two long sides and pointed tie end, leaving a 1/4 inch

seam allowance. Leave the non-pointed end of the tie that connects to the apron open for turning. Turn right side out and press. Top stitch around same three sides of each tie. Set aside. 11. Attach two pockets on a slant to main fabric for the adult’s apron. Then attach the single pocket to the child’s apron on a slant. 12. Gather each ruffle by sewing two lines of large basting stitches across the top of each piece of fabric. Pin center of ruffle to bottom center of main apron fabric with right sides facing and then adjust the gather to evenly distribute the ruffle along the edge of the fabric, pinning as you go. For the adult’s apron, pin the shorter white ruffle on first, followed by the longer ruffle cut from fabric C. Sew ruffles in place. 13. On the child’s apron,

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Bonham Lance Scarborough Parents: Bob and Linda Scarborough Grandparent’s Names: Richard and Ann McLaughlin, Tom and Shirley Scarborough Pet’s Hobbies: Being a role model for canine cancer!

sew a piece of white rickrack to cover the ruffle seam on the front of the apron. 14. Using long basting stitches, gather the top of both aprons so that each apron fits its respective waistband. Pin waistband on and stitch in place along the bottom edge, leaving the ends open. 15. Place the flat end of one of the shorter ties about an inch into the open waistband of the child’s apron and sew in place. Attach second tie to other side of waistband the same way. Sew longer ties to adult’s apron. Skill level 2: Some experience necessary Approximate crafting time: 1 1/2 hours per apron

Reusable Gift Tags (Fabric and wood) Supplies and tools: (for fabric tags)

* 1/4 yard holiday-themed fabrics in various prints * 1/4 yard solid white fabric * HeatnBond Ultra Hold iron-on adhesive * Peltex fusible stabilizer * Trim to coordinate with fabrics * Tacky glue * Hole punch * Washable fabric marker * Iron and ironing board * Scissors Directions: (for fabric tags) 1. Cut out the provided patterns. 2. Cut pieces of holiday print fabrics, white fabric and Peltex slightly larger than each pattern. 3. Fuse print fabric to one side of Peltex and white fabric to the other side of Peltex. 4. Use marker to trace around pattern on white side.

Meka & Ellie Parents: Jonathan Suttles and Sarah Oswald . Meka and Ellie enjoy going to the beach, playing with tennis balls and taking naps.

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Tech gifts for her under $100 (ARA) - Sure she smiles politely every time you give her flowers or a new bracelet, but instead of offering her the same old gifts this year, score big with a present that will really knock her socks off. Forget flowers, scented candles or even trendy fashion accessories - this year’s high-impact gifts blend technology’s fun and practical sides. Give the woman in your life a gadget that will make her life easier or inject some entertainment into her day. Whether that lady is your mom, wife, sister or girlfriend, brighten her holiday with a present she is sure to enjoy and appreciate for years to come. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend a bundle to snag her a great piece of technology. From MP3 music players to solar device-chargers, here are four items you can typically find for less than $100:

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Everyone wants to take their music, videos and photos with them wherever they go, and MP3 players are perfect for onthe-fly multimedia enjoyment. New players like the Sansa Fuze+ from SanDisk are easy to use and come loaded with great features such as large, bright LCD screens, touchpads for easy content navigation, microphones and recordable FM radios. The Fuze+ comes equipped with a microSDHC slot, perfect for playing preloaded slotRadio cards or microSD cards loaded with your own music library. The slotRadio cards come preloaded with up to 1,000 songs in genres including ‘80s and ‘90s, classical, health and fitness, rock and more. The Sansa Fuze+ is compatible with most major media formats including AAC/M4A (DRM-free iTunes songs) as well as Windows, Mac and Linux

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operating systems; so your special lady can enjoy virtually any type of content. Available in red, white, black, blue and purple, the 4 and 8 gigabyte versions sell for $79 and $89, respectively (a 16GB version goes for $119). Visit www.sandisk.com to learn more.

Fitness tracker She works hard, plays hard and gives every workout 100 percent. She would probably love to know exactly how much benefit she’s getting from her workout. An array of palmsized devices is available to help her track her personal fitness level. Some measure and record calories burned or miles walked. Others check and record heart rate, blood pressure, body mass index and other health indicators. Look for one that will monitor the fitness measure

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most important to her.

Solar chargers Who hasn’t been caught with a dead battery and no charger? Virtually all our favorite gadgets, from smart phones to GPS devices, have their own charger. And all those chargers need a wall outlet to plug into. A solar charger offers a greener, easier solution to the lost charger dilemma. These devices are designed to use the power of the sun to power up a variety of different kinds of devices. Before you buy any charger, however, be sure it’s compatible with the device she’ll need to charge. Some work with just one or two type of devices from a few manufacturers, while others are more versatile.

Universal remote

You might remember when these units first appeared on the scene - it was around the time that we started connecting multiple devices to our TVs. Suddenly, we had a remote control not just for the television or the VCR, but for the DVD player, surround sound system, Internet device and more. Even someone with multiple college degrees could be forgiven for having a hard time keeping track of all those remotes, or knowing which remote controls which device. Universal remotes used to be somewhat less than universal, but advances in the technology have made it easy to find remotes that will work with multiple types of devices from a variety of manufacturers. With a little online research and some creativity, you’ll be able to give her a technology gift that she’ll appreciate and use all year long.

Foot-friendly gifts can make the holidays relaxing and bright (ARA) - Standing in long checkout lines, climbing up and down ladders to hang decorations, staying on one’s toes so the kids (or the spouse) don’t find where their gifts are hidden - it takes some fancy footwork to stay on top of things throughout the holidays. Even the healthiest among us can wind up with sore, tired feet at the end of a long day leading up to the holidays. “Eight out of 10 American adults have experienced foot pain due to uncomfortable or ill-fitting shoes, according to the American Podiatric Association (APMA),” says Brendan Leonard of Health Enterprises, makers of therapeutic products. “Compound uncomfortable shoes with lots of hours on your feet dealing with holiday demands, and sore fee can really dampen your holiday spirit.” Who wouldn’t love to have their tootsies pampered a little bit at this time of year? Gifts that make the feet feel good are sure to make the whole person connected to those feet feel pretty happy too. This season, consider giving a gift that soothes two of the

most overlooked and underappreciated give the gift of a good foot massage in parts of the body. Here are four foot- several ways, such as a gift certificate to friendly gift ideas to get you started: a spa. Or, make the good feelings last even longer by giving a home massager, such as the Acu-Life Therapeutic Foot Pedicure Massager, which has the APMA Seal of Having your feet and nails cared for Acceptance. by someone else can be a relaxing expeFavored by many major-league rience that leaves feet looking and feel- baseball and NFL trainers, the masing great. Professional pedicures can be sager features a hollow tube that can be inexpensive for a basic trim and polish. filled with hot or cold water for a more Or, for a bit more money, you can add therapeutic massage that addresses difin foot and leg massages, and paraffin ferent kinds of foot pain. The massager or other skin-softening treatments. is available at Walgreens drug stores, A pedicure can be a one-size-fits-all and you can learn more about it online gift, and is appropriate for everyone at www.healthenterprises.com. from your best friend to your grandmother. Even guys can enjoy the treat, Lovely lotions as many salons and spas now offer pedicures designed to pamper men’s It doesn’t take much for overworked, feet. tired feet to become dry, cracked and uncomfortable. Nearly three quarters of Americans suffer from dry, rough, Foot massage cracked or irritated skin, the APMA A foot rub can be the ultimate way reports. More than any other part of to decompress after a stressful and the body, the foot cries out for soothing tiring day. Or, you can start your day moisture. You can find quality lotions, with an invigorating massage. You can polishers and foot scrubs in super-

Keep these extras on hand to ensure your holiday shopping list is complete or friend won’t have to continu- Or, plan to shop online, and ously replace batteries. have the gifts delivered directly to their final destination. You can find plenty of coupon codes Wrapping paper for the gifts on your shopping and supplies list at CouponHeaven.com. Be sure to check your supplies, including tape, ribbons, Gift receipts bows, scissors and gift tags Make a little note at the top early on as you’re creating your of your list, so you don’t forshopping list. get as you’re looking for the shortest checkout line and tryBatteries Shipping materials ing to remember everything; Consider giving rechargeBefore you go shopping, including using any printable able batteries and a charging add any necessary packing and coupons you downloaded from station so your family member shipping materials to your list. ShoppersResource.com. (ARA) - When you sit down to create your holiday list, you might want to add a couple of extra things to make your list complete. That way you don’t need to make an emergency run to the store during the busy holiday season because your gift isn’t quite ready. So what are these extras that need to be on your list?

markets, drug stores and department stores, or from a plethora of online resources. Look for ones that offer optimum moisturization and an aroma that mimic the recipient’s favorite scent - many people find peppermint and vanilla particularly pleasing for foot lotions.

Insoles for the soul Sadly, style and comfort aren’t always in lockstep with each other, and we often wear shoes that look good but don’t feel good on our feet. In fact, the APMA cites poorly fitted, uncomfortable shoes as a major source of foot pain for many people. Fortunately, a host of high-tech shoe inserts has made it easier to ease the discomfort caused by shoes. Insoles can help cushion and support the foot while easing chafing in problem areas. You can even find varieties with gel inside or ridges that purport to massage feet while the wearer walks. You’ll need to know the recipient’s shoe size and in what type of shoe he or

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she will be wearing the inserts. While your foot-friendly gift probably can’t alleviate all the frustrations of the holidays, it can help recipients feel better about their feet. And once their feet feel good, maybe untangling that ball of last year’s holiday lights won’t seem quite so stressful.

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Hanover Sheriff - Colonel David Hines VFW Post 9808 Color Guard Chic-Fil-A of Mechanicsville - Santa Cow & Elf Mechanicsville Rotary and Mechanicsville Ruritan’s Presidents Village Bank Highland Springs Marching “Battalion” Grand Marshall - Tracy Lynn Hanover Christmas Mother Delegate Chris Peace Debbie Winans - Mechanicsville District Supervisor Ed Via - Board of Supervisors, Ashland District Elton J. Wade Sr. - Cold Harbor District Supervisor Moncure Agency, Nationwide Insurance Hanover Ruritan Club Miss Greater Richmond Scholarship Program Edmund W. Hall Ulysses Baird Smith Auto Service Kings Dominion - Snoopy The Mechanicsville Local J Early Wood - Golf Cars Cub Scout Pack 555 Childtime Learning Center MCEF (Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions) Richmond International Raceway Northside Baptist Church Central Virginia Mustang Club Broadus Memorial Baptist Church Hanover Animal Control Isshin Ryu Karate of Richmond, LLC VA Alley #3 Dick Waddell Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Squad 7 - 1995 E-ONE Lee-Davis Marching Band Walkerton Fire Department - Miss Walkerton Richmond Metropolitan Antique Club Pamunkey Jr. Women’s Club Sponsoring Miss, Junior and Future Miss Mechanicsville Rob’s Glass Works / State Farm - Steve Allen Dorn’s Body and Paint McDonald’s “Ronald McDonald” Cub Scout Pack 534 Lee Davis Dance Team East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad Cub Scout Pack 544 Boy Scout Troop 531 & Cub Scout Pack 531 West Store Henry Volunteer Fire Department Station 6 Rods-R-Us Henrico Marching Warrior Band Mechanicsville Towing, LLC. The Troubadours Community Theatre Group Cub Scout Pack 502 Aerial East Gymnastics A Note To Remember Lee-Davis High School NJROTC Unit Beyond Bangz Hanover Pediatric Dentistry Atlee Community Church - Kidstuff Ministry Balducci Builders, Inc. Smart Wire 360 The Goddard School Cub Scout Pack 521 Tuckaway - Harbor Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Engine 7 - 2008 Seagrave

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