09/05/2012 by Mechanicsville-Ashland Local

DELIVER TO: Postal Patron Mechanicsville, VA 23111

PRSRT. STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Mechanicsville, VA Permit No.141

Vol. 26, No. 18 | Richmond Suburban Newspapers | September 5, 2012

STOPS AT EVERY HOME IN TOWN

L-DHS welcomes freshmen Kick-Oﬀ Mentoring program eases students into high school life By Ben Orcutt for The Mechanicsville Local

Ben Orcutt for The Local

Brian Berkey, left, vice president of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer, and Richard Thalhimer, first vice president of the firm that is leasing the property for the owner, are shown in front of the newly renovated Clocktower Office Building in Brandy Hill Plaza in Mechanicsville.

To help make incoming freshman feel more comfortable when they arrived for their first day of high school on Tuesday, Lee-Davis High School introduced its firstever Kick-Off Mentoring program a week in advance. The program is designed to put freshmen into groups where they’re paired with junior or senior mentors to assist them throughout the school year. Ben Orcutt for The Local Other upperclass- Junior mentor Andy Ordaz, who is a member of the Confederates football team, enjoys dancing see L-DHS, pg. 18

with other mentors as they help incoming freshmen get acclimated to Lee-Davis during the school’s Kick-Off day on Tuesday, Aug. 28.

Clocktower gets new VACo honors owner and a facelift HCSO eﬀorts By Ben Orcutt for The Mechanicsville Local The Clocktower Office Building in Brandy Hill Plaza, a Mechanicsville landmark, is getting a facelift. Built in 1987 and located on Mechanicsville Turnpike across from Lee-Davis High School, the property was purchased by a partnership headed by Robert Y. Shasha in October. Shasha is the president of

The Cotswold Group Inc. of Harrison, N.Y., the operating company for the partnership. He said his company is spending more than $1 million to upgrade the Clock tower Office Building and Brandy Hill Plaza. “Well, we like Richmond very much,” Shasha said. “We have another property in Richmond called Midlothian see CLOCKTOWER, pg. 17

with motorists

The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office recently received the 2012 Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) Achievement Award for the Motorist Assistance program. Held annually, the VACo Achievement Awards is a competitive program open to local government members that recognizes local government programs in several award categories that are assessed according to their innovation, cooperation and model practices.

Photo submitted by Sgt. Chris R. Whitley

Col. David R. Hines, center, sheriff, is shown with some of the Motorist Assistance volunteers and a couple of the vehicles utilized in the program.

As part of a growing volunteer initiative, the Sheriff ’s Office currently has 24 trained Hanover residents participating in the Motorist Assistance patrol program. These volunteers work in pairs and drive well-marked Ford Explorers

equipped with yellow emergency lights. Their duties include helping stranded motorists, directing traffic, assisting with traffic hazards, and providing guidance see HCSO, pg. 4

HAPPY LABOR DAY Thank you to all customers and clients who have entrusted in my ability to represent them in what is known as the most “Important Investment” you will ever make! It’s that time again, children will be heading back to school. I wish for each and every child a successful 2012-2013 school year!

JUDY KILGOUR

REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL Call or email today:

2750465-01

569-0238

judy.kilgour@longandfoster.com

judy.kilgour@longandfoster.com Visit Judy Kilgour at the following: www.judykilgour.com or judykilgour.lnf.com

MITCHELL WINDOWS & SIDING # Maintenance Free # • Replacement Windows • Vinyl Siding • Custom Trim • Seamless Gutters —Licensed & Insured—

FREE ESTIMATES

730-1046

Mike Mitchell • Service In Your Area Since 1975

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

INSIDE

The Local Pick:

Ready, Set, School! collection eﬀort a success Oak Knoll Middle School bustled with activity last month as more than 30 volunteers from the community gathered to sort thousands of school supplies donated over the taxfree weekend of Aug. 3-5. Members of the Community Services Board’s RAFT House program, students from the Hanover Youth Service Council, employees of the Department of Social Services and several other community members counted each type of supply -- from crayon boxes, to packets of notebook paper, to backpacks -- and divided them among each Hanover County Public School based on need. The sorting event was organized by Ready, Set, School!, Hanover County’s school supply drive. On Aug. 4, Hanover County school buses were parked outside of the Rutland Kroger in Mechanicsville and the Ashland Walmart. Volunteers were stationed outside of the two supermarkets and collected supplies from patrons. Ready, Set, School! coordinated with area community groups, government agencies, schools and businesses to maximize collection and distribution efforts. Laura Robertson, Youth Services specialist with the Hanover County Department of Community Resources, said she was pleased with the effort’s outcome and thankful for the community’s support. “During the planning and collection phases of Ready, Set, School! I was contacted

9 COMMUNITY High school marching bands gearing up for busy year of performances.

Photo submitted by Tom Harris

Hanover Youth Services Council members Caroline Merrick, Olivia Phillips, Miranda Norvell and Meg Hunt helped with the Ready, Set, School! project in August.

by businesses, individual citizens, parenting groups, youth and faith-based organizations all seeking to help our county’s children to start the school year off with the items they need to be successful,” Robertson said. “They were all very eager to help out and our dedicated volunteers made collection and sorting efforts a breeze. It’s a great feeling knowing that the hundreds of school children will benefit from these efforts.” Ready, Set, School!, a partnership between the Hanover County Department of Community Resources and Hanover County Public Schools, extended its thanks to the Hanover County School Board, all the individuals that generously donated their time and supplies, as well as the following organizations for their support and contributions:

Ashland Churches Emergency Services, Curves of Ashland, First Capital Bank, Market Ashland Partnership, Ashland Kiwanis Club, Pamunkey Regional Libraries, Covenant Woods, The Goddard School of Ashland, Cool Spring MOMS Club, Can Do Specialty Printing, Rutland Kroger, Ashland Walmart, Oak Knoll Middle School, Hanover County Economic Development, Gethsemane Church of Christ, Hanover Church of the Nazarene, Harleysville InsuranceCompany,Milestone Clubhouse, Burkwood Swim and Racquet Club, Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center and Hanover County Public Schools Transportation Department. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

14 PET OF WEEK Dipper needs a home. The Hanover Pound has many animals available.

34 SPORTS Hanover County football teams hit the gridiron.

ALSO… Incident Reports........3 Letters to the editor...6 Obituaries ..........10-12 Calendar ................. 16 Celebrations ........... 20 Church news .......... 25 Classifieds .........26-30 TV grids..............31-33

Gentle Foot Care

SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue Aug. 22

Suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Aug. 23

Suspects assaulted victims on Kings Dominion Boulevard.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Richfood Road.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Rapidan Court.

Suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect was found in possession of alcohol and under the age of 21 on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect fraudulently obtained money on Timberlake Green Drive. Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Daffodil Road. Unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect stole items from a location on Bell Creek Road.

Invitation extended Cub Scout Packs throughout Mechanicsville are welcoming new members.Information will be available during open house or back to school events at elementary schools. For more information, visit www.BeAScout.com or call 804-355-4306.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Charter Creek Drive.

Suspect was found in possession of alcohol and under the age of 21 at a location on Laurel Branch Circle.

Suspect stole item at a location on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect stole items at a location on Fair Hill Court.

Unknown suspect struck victim’s vehicle and fled scene at a location on Beechwood Drive.

Unknown suspect stole items at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect obtained fictitious identification at a location on Washington Highway.

Suspect was found in possession of controlled substance at a location on Old Ridge Road.

Suspect threatened victim at a location on Chamberlayne Road. Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Homehills Road.

Aug. 25

Aug. 24

Suspect assaulted a victim at a location on Skirmish Lane.

Suspect was found in possession of controlled substance at a location on Cold Harbor Road.

Suspect was found in possession of controlled substance at a location on Atlee Road.

Suspect was found in possession of alcohol and under the age of 21 at a location on Shady Grove Road.

Suspect was found in possession of alcohol and under the age of 21 at a location on County Complex Road.

Most Insurance Plans Accepted Including: Medicare, Medicaid, Anthem BC/BS HMO (with referral), United Healthcare, Aetna, Southern Health,Tri-Care, Cigna PPO, MDIPA

Day, Evening And Weekend Hours Available

DR. PAUL J. GREENBERG 730-7089

9291 Laurel Grove Road (Across From Food Lion, Rt. 301)

Board Certified/American Board of Podiatric Surgery

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Agape Lane.

Suspect stole items at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Bell creek Road.

Suspect left without paying for a meal at a location on Sandy Lane.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at a location on Lakeridge Parkway.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at a location on Lewistown Road.

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR MODERN, COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY? LOOK NO FURTHER! 7 Ì > vÀ i ` Þ ÃÌ>vv > ` ÛiÀ În Þi>ÀÃ v iÝ«iÀ i Vi LiÌÜii

ÀÃ° >`i > ` À `] Üi V> iiÌ Þ ÕÀ ii`Ã° ii« } Õ« Ü Ì ÌiV }Þ > ÜÃ ÕÃ Ì ` >} Ãi > ` ÌÀi>Ì > v Þ ÕÀ `i Ì> V ViÀ Ã° `] Ü Ì -i`>Ì i Ì ÃÌÀÞ] Þ Õ V> >Ûi > i> Ì Þ] Li>ÕÌ vÕ Ã i Ü Ì ÕÌ vi>À > ` > Ý iÌÞ°

iV ÕÌ ÕÀ iÜ ÜiLÃ Ìi\

www.haden-elrod.com

Ronald A. Haden, D.D.S. Joseph W. Elrod, Jr., D.D.S.

Çx£È , } Ì > ,`°] iV > VÃÛ i] 6 ÓÎ££È / - "** - / ,

We’re on Facebook: Join in the conversation at www.facebook.com/mechlocal

Ç{È £Îää

Full-Service Hospital • Preventative Medicine • Routine and Elective Surgery • Radiology Bloodwork • Ultrasound • In-house Laboratory • Dentistry • Grooming • Boarding Laser Pain Treatment • 3-Year Canine DHPP Vaccine (Distemper for Dogs)

L i -Ì À>}i Ì> iÀÃ

/ i ÃÜiÀ Ì 9 ÕÀ Û } -Ì À>}i

Look for us in our new location by the end of this summer!

Joint meeting slated

Until then, conveniently located in the Spring Centre Shopping Center. DR. JEFF KILGORE • DR. ELIZABETH BEADLES • DR. CHRIS KALOSKI

559-9800

i ÛiÀÃ Ì 9 ÕÀ V>Ì ° 9 Õ *>V >Ì 9 ÕÀ i ÃÕÀi° ÛiÃ Ì 9 ÕÀ V>Ì À -Ì ÀiÃ 1 Ì 9 Õ½Ài ,i>`Þ° -Ì À>}i Ì> iÀÃ i Ó - âiÃ\ n¿Ý£Ó¿ À n¿Ý£È¿

> v À +Õ Ìi / `>Þ nä{ xxä ÈÈ

2664085-01

The King William and King and Queen Democratic Committeeswillholdajointmeeting at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11, at Don Pedro’s Restaurant at Central Garage. Tyee Davenport of the Tim Kaine for Senate campaign and Rhona Mays, the new field director from Obama for America, will attend.

• Bunion & HammerToe Repair •Treatment Of IngrownToenails, Corns, Heel &Arch Pain, Sports Injuries • Diabetic,ArthriticAnd General Foot Care

Podiatrist

Aug. 26

Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect was found in possession of controlled substance at a location on Chamberlayne Road.

For Children, Adults And Seniors

7138 Mechanicsville Turnpike Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Monday throughThursday 7:30 am-8:00 pm Friday 7:30 am-6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am until Noon

-Ì À>}i - « wi` Ü Ì

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

BANKRUPTCY 13 attorney fee pre-payment of: $00

File “13” with $274 file fee and costs. Filing “7” & “13”. Contracts include full fees.“7” cases need prepayment. 7 fees will vary on facts and start at $991 plus file fee of $299, Debt Relief Agencies 4,000 bankruptcies.

DIVORCE “Plain & Simple” lawyer fee pre-payment: $00 Pay file fee of $84 then 5 monthly $100 payments. No terms and cooperate.

DISABILITY Appeal denial of good claim pre-payment of: $00 804-332-8529 THE DEBT LAW GROUP, PLLC Eleven offices with Saturdays in Mechanicsville

Call for an appointment: L. Jennings 6501 Mechanicsville Pike, Mechanicsville 23111

r Ou g ! n i r rat ea leb 5th Y e C 11

A 115 Year Tradition of Caring

8014 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville • 746-8665 www.bennettfuneralhomes.com Bennett Funeral Home was established in 1897 to serve the needs of Richmond families. Since then, this locally owned and operated business has continued to serve the community with its unique combination of caring and convenience. This tradition of excellence can be seen in four beautiful chapels located throughout the Richmond area: centrally located on Cutshaw Avenue in the city, on Broad Street Road past Innsbrook, on Ashbrook Pkwy. in Chesterfield and serving the Hanover-Mechanicsville area on Lee-Davis Road. All four facilities are under the personal direction of Charles D. Morehead, President. In a time of need, you can turn to Bennett Funeral Home with trust and confidence. It serves families of all faiths with personal service – before, during and after. There is a long tradition of professionalism and caring. One way in which Bennett cares for families is by offering a convenient and personalized pre-need program. Through this program of pre-need planning, you can spare your loved ones the burden of making decisions at an emotional time. Call Bennett Funeral Home at 746-8665 to schedule a preplanning consultation.

Internal audit director appointed administratively to the county administrator. “Mike had the experience and personal qualities we were looking for in this position,” said Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr., county administrator. “We were impressed at the quality of his audit reports and his emphasis on customer service. He TAYLOR will be a great addition to our senior leadership team.” Hanover’s Internal Audit Department performs operational, financial, performance and compliance audits of gounty government and school system, the Pamunkey Regional Library and the Pamunkey Regional Jail. Internal audits are performed according to Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. The department also performs special

reviews as assigned by the board’s Finance Committee and the county administrator and assists the county’s external auditors. The Internal Audit office also maintains a Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline for county employees and residents. This hotline (804-365-6813) provides a confidential means for employees and citizens to suggest improvements or report concerns involving fraud, waste and/or abuse of County and School assets or resources. Taylor also was responsible for a similar hotline in Stockton, which is a city of nearly 300,000 in Northern California. Taylor is a member of the Comptroller General’s Advisory Council on Government Auditing Standards and co-author of Peer Review Guide, issued by the Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA). He also is past president of ALGA and has served as a board member for local chapters of the Institute of Internal Auditors. He and his wife June will be moving to the area soon. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

from the Sheriff ’s Office Citizens Police Academy and have completed additional Continued from pg. 1 training in basic first aid, traffic direcand assistance to those traveling in and tion, radio communications and safety through the county. procedures. Those participating in the Motorist For more information about this and Assistance program have graduated other community programs offered by the

Sheriff ’s Office, visit www.hanoversheriff. com. For more information about VACo’s awards program, visit http://www.vaco.org/ AchievementAwards.html. Information submitted by Sgt. Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has appointed Mike Taylor as internal audit director for Hanover County effective Oct. 1. Taylor, who grew up in Virginia and still has family here, is city auditor for the City of Stockton, Calif., and has 25 years in local government auditing experience. “Hanover County has a great tradition of doing highly professional internal audits that are very helpful to the organizations and to the citizens,” Taylor said. “It’s a great job and I am looking forward to starting.” After getting his accounting degree from Virginia Tech, Taylor worked at a CPA firm in Roanoke for two years and then as controller for the Roanoke ARC for more than three years before being hired as an auditor for the City of Roanoke. He spent 6½ years in Roanoke, becoming an audit supervisor, before being hired as city auditor in Stockton. Taylor spent 18 years in the audit office in Stockton. In Hanover County, the internal audit director reports functionally to the Finance Committee of the Board of Supervisors and

HCSO

Looking to BuyorRent? BELL CREEK VETERINARY HOSPITAL Where your pets receive quality service in a caring environment

Area44 – Lakeway Dr.

Area 44 – Sunnyside Dr.

All Brick Rancher with 3 Car Garage! 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Formal Rooms, beautiful hardwood floors. $169,900

All Brick Rancher with 2,400 sq feet AND 2 car garage! Immaculately kept, Walk out basement could be used for in-law suite. $199,000

Bell Creek Veterinary Hospital is pleased to announce

Susan G.Tate

A friendly face and a helpful attitude in your time of need. Louise Dement, Bennett’s receptionist, greets and answers questions regarding services. The Bennett Funeral Home, now with four locations throughout the Richmond area, continues its tradition of excellence.

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Area43 – King William McCauleyPark 3 Bedroom/2 Bath, great room w/ gas fireplace and sun-room, Available: Now Rancher- $1,295/mo. (or purchase at $169,500)

Appliances convey, Available: October 1st Cape- $895/mo

“Oh by the way, I’m never too busy for your referrals!”

is our new vet!

6150 Mechanicsville Tpk. Mechanicsville, Va. 23111

804-339-6603

animal medicine. 2754355-01

gas fireplace & more. $184,900

2754527-01

Area 43 –TerraAltaDr. Area 43 –King William Long & Foster Dabneys Mill Rd Like New Rancher on 2.7 ACRES w/ 1 car Realtors garage! 3 bedroom/2 bath, hardwood floors, 3 Bedroom/1 Bath, Large eat-in Kitchen,

COME SEE US: 804-730-8545 Monday-Friday 8am-9pm, 8310 Bell Creek Road Saturday 8am-6pm, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Monday-Friday 8-6 Sunday 2pm-6pm

VISIT CARPETONE.COM/SPILLABRATION TO FIND A SPILLABRATION IN YOUR AREA.

spillabration savings event itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a

SELECT STAIN-RESISTANT LEESÂŽ CARPET

SCRATCH, SCUFF & WEAR RESISTANT.

NO STAIN. NO PAIN.

Invincibleâ&#x201E;˘ Hardwood and Laminate with Intensity Surface Shieldâ&#x201E;˘ offer the strongest resistance to scratches, scuffs, wear and stains so your floor will outlast, outperform and look better longer. These products carry our Titanium level warranty, offering 50 years of the ultimate level of performance.**

ÂŽ

Lees carpet is backed by our exclusive â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Exclusionsâ&#x20AC;? Ultra 25ÂŽ Stain Warranty, which covers stains other carpet warranties donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t: pet stains, grease, coffee, cola and more.**

2729670-01

LEESÂŽ CARPET INVINCIBLEâ&#x201E;˘ HARDWOOD & LAMINATE

Locally owned and operated since 1969

730-3016 6156 Mechanicsville Tnpk. â&#x20AC;˘ Mechanicsville, VA 23111

INVINCIBLE â&#x201E;˘ HARDWOOD & LAMINATE

* Subject to credit approval. **See warranty guide for complete details. Seestore for details. At participating stores only; not all products at all locations. Photos for illustrative purposes only. Not responsible for typographical errors. Offer ends 09/30/12. Offers cannot be combined with other discounts or promotional offers and are not valid on previous purchases. ÂŠ2012 Carpet One Floor & HomeÂŽ.All Rights Reserved.

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

OPINION | The Local Views

LETTERS

From the editor

Pollsters ringing — how about I call you? Ah, election season. And the sound of phones ringing throughout the house. Being on the national radar as a battleground state in the Nov. 6 election can certainly be considered a good thing. Let’s keep Virginia in the public eye — it may attract tourism dollars. But, the countless organizations — some whose names and therefore their philosophies elude this writer — seem to have their automated dialing systems calling my home between 8 and 9 p.m. Quite frankly, that’s usually “my time,” as in relaxing and watching a few TV shows before calling it a day. When a call came in after 8 p.m. the other night, and not recognizing the number that popped up on the TV screen, I answered — only to hear some folks yucking it up in the background. Without a second thought, I knew it was going to be about the election. After a couple of “hellos” on my part, I got a “We’re conducting a survey about the upcoming election. Do you have time to answer four questions?” An immediate “No” and the phone call was disconnected on my end. Later that night, my mind wandered back to the years at my hometown paper where I got my start in this business. It was common practice for us to do the random calling at election time. Our questions were pretty much the norm we experience today: “Are you going to vote?” and the usual candidates and party listing. This was before Caller ID, so everybody answered and I don’t have any memory of anyone not taking the time to respond. So, I’ve decided to be a kinder, gentler respondent the next time the phone rings seeking my input. Well, actually, I won’t divulge much. As a journalist, all I will say is I do vote and encourage family and friends to do likewise. Who I support is my business. For those of you who receive these calls, I hope you will take the time to share your thoughts and opinions. Just like those I spearheaded in the 1980s and 1990s, these polls do have a role in the process. But, again, your best voice is heard when you cast your ballot. Melody Kinser

Editorial & Business Office: 6400 Mechanicsville Tnpk. Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1118 Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Phone – (804) 746-1235 Toll free – (877) 888-0449 Fax – (804) 730-0476

The Mechanicsville Local

Joy Monopoli Publisher Melody Kinser Managing Editor Charlie Leffler Sports Editor Brian French Production Manager Tom Haynie Sales Representative Sarah Oswald Sales Representative Online: www.mechlocal.com For news: news@mechlocal.com For advertising: sales@mechlocal.com For classifieds: cgrant@mechlocal.com © 2012 by Richmond Suburban Newspapers. All advertising and editorial matter is fully protected and may not be reproduced in any manner without the permission of the publisher.

September 5, 2012

| Reader Views

Responding to letter about separation of church and state In response to Daniel Gregory’s letter in the Aug. 22, 2012, edition: Ah, yes, the tired old “there’s no mention of separation of church and state in the Constitution” argument. But guess what? There’s no mention of God or Jesus in the Constitution either! The only Constitutional reference to religion in any form is a proscription against judging a person by their religious beliefs when giving them a job or elected position. And that pesky 1st Amendment, of course . . . and the men who designed and wrote it made it quite clear what they intended it to mean. (The common Christian argument here is that the Declaration of Independence did make a reference to a generic God . . . but while the Declaration was an important document for the moment in time it was written, it predates the Constitution by over a decade and is *not* a governing document, and you don’t get to randomly intermix it with the Constitution in any argument about what the Constitution defines.) The whole argument for “America is a Christian nation,” indeed the basis of all of the social and religious issues in conservative politics today, spring from Gregory’s shining example of magical thinking – a way of thinking that ignores facts and discards reality when it conflicts with a desired outcome. This starts with children being indoctrinated from earliest days into believing the inerrant infallibility of myths created 3,000 years ago by pre-scientific sheepherders trying to figure out where the rain comes from. Once you can do that without flinching, any sort of fantastical thinking is not only possible, it’s required. Such as: The historical underpinnings of this country don’t match what we want, so magically invent an alternative, false-to-fact history and find a failed religion teacher with zero historical credentials to be its (now fully disgraced) salesman. We can magically cut the deficit and pay down the debt without raising taxes or cutting the military, and magically put on multiple wars without paying for them. If rape babies throw a wrench into the whole right-tolife spiel, just pretend rape babies don’t exist. If we want to cut down on teen pregnancy and unwanted or unable-to-be-cared-for babies, don’t educate curious kids with raging hormones, just tell them to practice abstinence. Health care for those who don’t have insurance? Not a problem if we just keep repeating, “We have the greatest

health care in the world” (even though we’re ranked 37th.) Never mind that every sane and lucid climate scientist on the planet sees huge man-made problems, just treat it like getting caught cheating on your spouse and deny, deny, deny. The grown-ups look at our world and say: We have plenty of problems with these things, so let’s prioritize and fix them. The magical thinkers look at the same issues and say: There’s no problem, and anyone that says so is a lying socialist that hates America. Mr. Gregory, I have written here several times and have never “hidden my agenda,” but I’ll spell it out again for you now: My agenda is to expose this magical thinking that is heading us rapidly towards a Sharia-style Christian theocracy for the silliness — and often evil — that it is. My agenda is real freedom, the kind our founders envisioned when they wrote the 1st Amendment, where you are completely free to cling to your religious world view but you cannot impose that world view on those of us who recognize it for the magical thinking it is. So, you go right ahead and cling to your magical thinking. I’ll continue to be here to call you on it. Steve Sneed Mechanicsville

Neither party has the magic needed to fix the economy I am under the belief that it is virtually impossible for the White House, undergoing a party change, to turn around the economy in one sitting. The Republican party’s administration was in for two terms prior, creating their vision of America, which didn’t impress most. see LETTERS, pg. 8

Letters to the Editor The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers and not The Mechanicsville Local. Send letters to: The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com

Your Home Team

HOMETOWN REALTY “The Exceptional Exception”

When it comes to finding the perfect home, trust the locals for honesty, expertise and fast results!

Mike Chenault 726-4532

Bonnie Chenault 730-7195

Todd Rogers 730-7195

David Bremner 550-1900

Heather Graves Shurm 730-7195

Marcia S. Thomas 730-7195 x 137

Robbie Tyler 641-6650

Rodney Chenault 249-2820

KING WILLIAM

Navigate from Aylett (Route 360) all the way to the ocean. Custom rancher with fantastic views. Direct river access with private pier.

Experience privacy plus great country living. 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick rancher on 5 acres. 20x52 in-ground swimming pool. Loaded with extras. Don’t miss this one! Wendy Earley 814-1492

Cyndi Wyatt Blake 730-7195

Donna Hines 317-8779

“Berb” 569-1539

Eugene Bordonie 730-7195

Rob Harris 467-8770

C.B. Southward 730-7195

Pam Wood 513-8842

Tripp Heflebower 565-3620

Wanda Garrett 730-7195

Donna Jones Jennings

Debra Gwathmey 730-7195 x 256

804-852-9221

Need more space?

Need a larger acreage??

Village at Pebble Lake

This 5 acre buildable, perked for conventional septic lot located in King William Co off Rte. 30 is ready for you. Call 800-300-8819 and input code 080. Donna Hines 804-317-8779

Try either one of these 2 parcels both approved for subdividing, perked, lightly wooded, level and you decide the builder! 7.5 acres in Goochland Co. or 9 and half acre parcel is located in Westmoreland Co. 800300-8819 input code 060. Both $80,000

Open Sat & Sun 1-5 pm New two and three bedroom townhomes. Near shopping. Open floor plans, pool, clubhouse. 360E, right on Creighton Rd., entrance on right. Mike Peele 690-4684

M ai L nt ow en an ce

MATTAPONI WATERFRONT

Deane Cheatham 726-4533

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

Earl Chappell 357-5915

$189,500

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

Ashland Park

Ly nn ” “T he

$399,500

Starting in the Mid $200s

2746957-01

Open any time by appointment. Just outside the town of Ashland. Spacious 80’ – 90’ wide lots. Many floor plans to chose from. Take I-95N to Route 54W, right on Rt. 1, left on Archie Cannon, right on James. Ashland Park is ½ miles on right Mike Chenault 726-4532\

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

$179,950

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

Carter’s Hill Tr ac ey ”

Jenkins Bluff “T he

“T he

Model Open Daily 1-5pm. New Craftsmen Units. Open Floor Plans. No Exterior Maintenance. Indoor pool with private clubhouse. 295 to Pole Green Road Exit, Left onto Bell Creek continue straight into subdivision Angela Glatfelter 248-0710

3 bedroom, 2 full bath ranch. Vaulted family room. Gas fireplace. From I295, Rt 60 east (Williamsburg Rd.) towards VA Beach. Turn right on Elko Road (second stoplight). 2.5 miles to left on White Oak Road. .25 miles to right on Windsor Road. Jenkins Bluff Entrance will be on left. Rex Sullivan 651-8958

Model Open Thurs-Mon 1-5pm 303 Hillsway Drive. Craftsmen Style. 4 bdrms, 3.5 baths, stone front, fireplace. 95N to Ashland exit 54W, right on Rt 1,left on Archie Cannon,right on James, left on Hillsway Steve Pace 516-6107

$229,500

$266,509

$414,470

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

Cedarlea Park

Ready to move in! 314 Hillsway Drive. Wooded 1 acre lot. 4 bdrms and 3.5 baths. Lanai with stamped concrete. 95N to Ashland exit 54W, right on Rt 1,left on Archie Cannon,right on James, left on Hillsway Grayson Johnson 387-3060

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

The Bluffs At Bell Creek Ac tiv e

Open Thurs – Tues 1-5pm. Maintenance Free. Spacious Floor Plan. 2 car garage. 295 to 360 East, 1 mile past route 30.

H Co ano un ve ty r

Carter’s Hill

H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

O liv ia”

Kennington Carriage Homes

Donna Hines 804-317-8779

GoHTR.COM

H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

Re ad y

Ac tiv e

Furnished Model Open Daily 1-5pm. Maintence Free. Open floor plan with lots of natural light. Patio and backyard. Pole Green and Lee Davis Road. Sean Davis 439-2289

$237,700

GoHTR.COM

N ow !

Ad ult !

Meredith Place

$209,000

Open Thurs – Sun 1-5pm. 1103 Old Scotland Road. 4 bdrm, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage. ia Center Commons. Turn left onto Cedar Lane. Go 2 miles, CedarLea is on the right Dennis Mackey 921-6995

$289,500

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

Hickory Hill H ig h

H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

H an ov er

GoHTR.COM

O pe Plan F n loo r

$259,950

Ad ult !

Wendy Earley 814-1492

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

Open Daily 1-6pm New one & two story homes. Preservation area & walking trails. Five minutes to Ashland. 95 to 54E, Hickory Hill is 3 miles on the left Todd Rogers 512-7195

$300,000’s to $700,000’s

GoHTR.COM H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

Find Your Home at

804-569-1520 R-CI.net WE BUILD ON YOUR LOT Call Patrick Ashley 641-7958

GoHTR.COM

The Mechanicsville Local

H o m e t ow n R e a l t y

September 5, 2012

LETTERS Continued from pg. 6

HAIR • NAILS • FACIALS WAXING

Fab Fingers Twinkling Toes Come in for a fabulous manicure and pedicure

730-5505

2649746-01

7372 Bell Creek Rd. Hanover Sq. Shopping Center (Near Kohl’s) www.EricWinnSalon.com

Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social

pf g f Ice Cream Social?

Head on over to Imperial Plaza on September 23 for a cool, sweet treat. Enjoy unlimited ice cream, cotton candy, popcorn, clowns, face painting, balloon art, petting zoo and a moon bounce! While you’re here, take a tour of our community and see why so many call Imperial Plaza “home.” There’s no better way to spend time with your friends, family and neighbors so don’t miss this sweet summery event!

Sunday, September 23 2 – 4 P.M.

Now there is another knocking on the door who will fail to live up to his turnaround claims while stating “ It’ll take awhile to clean up the mess the Democrats left.” Neither party has the magic to get it done. By the wy, Mr. Romney, you can’t balance the budget without raising taxes unless a lot of programs are going to get the ax (look out, low and middle class). Badger L. Garner Sr. Mechanicsville

Whose dream is being pursued? Youth need to After viewing the movie register to vote 2016, it was factually clear what President Obama’s “dream for America” really is and how he will attain it. It consists of only three very disturbing parts — not in any particular order: * Drastically increase government spending until it’s

KAREN’S ATTIC

September 5, 2012

‘Starting a Business 101’ topic of academy Hanover County Economic Development offers classes aimed at Hanover entrepreneurs and small business owners. There has been a great response to these classes, which are part of the department’s “Business Launchpad Academy.” “Starting a Business 101” will be offered from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. today (Wednesday, Sept. 5). Are you thinking of going out on your own and starting a business but are not sure where to start? There are many things that you should know before venturing out on your own. This two-hour workshop will focus on a feasibility study to determine your potential for success and step-by-step instructions on the necessary start-up tasks, including the recommended outline for a business plan. “Five Practical Tips to see BUSINESS, pg. 13

Made in the USA

Located at 1144 Richmond–Tappahannock Highway The old Haynes Boat Location in Manquin (804) 769–2550

Consignment Shop and Primitive Décor  Antiques   Civil War Relics   Jewelry   Homemade Jam and Jellies 

Independent Living Personalized Assisted Living 1717 Bellevue Avenue Richmond, VA 23227 www.brookdaleliving.com

The Mechanicsville Local

Starting at $699.00

 Collectables And Things 

For reservations, information and to schedule a tour, call (804) 264-1380.

Starting at $299.00

Furniture Store

Also ask about renting a space for our Every Saturday Yard Sale

Fill Your House Without Emptying Your Wallet!

(Right on Rt. 360)

2710421-01

50650-ROP01-0912 SC

Moments of beauty appear in our history: when Jefferson, Madison, and their compatriots wrote out declarations of our freedom and equality; when the 14th Amendment proclaimed that all people are included; and

in 1945, when Germany and its ally Japan surrendered, having threatened the world with extermination of those considered inferior. Americans of all ages laid down their lives in that cause, but especially our youth! In 1964, Americans of all ages, but especially the youth, stood up for freedom and won passage of our Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act. Voting rights are being tested today perhaps as never before, while laws of repression turn young people, old people, the poor and minorities away from the polls, and the beauty of our freedom is put at risk. Our defense once more is in the hands of our youth: For if unregistered young people now step forward and register to vote, and then go to the polls on Nov. 6, we will surely win this prize, and freedom will live on. But it won’t just happen. Young people will begin to make it happen, simply by filling out a registration form! Chuck Hawkins Manquin

Summer Clearance

Complimentary admission and treats!

Your story continues here...

impossible to regain control of the National Debt. * Keep shrinking our military and nuclear arsenals back until our nation is vulnerable to attack from anyone. * Take all of the wealth from everyone in the country until everyone is dependent on the government for support, thus turning America into a “Third World Country.” Bottom line: The November election will be vital because it will be voting for the American Dream or for Obama’s dream. America’s future hangs in the balance on your vote in November. Stephen Brown Mechanicsville

Hours: Wed. – Fri. 10am – 5:30pm Sat. 7am – 5pm Sun. 9am – 5pm

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 6pm • Sunday 12noon - 5pm 2739623-01

Style Beyond the Salon

(804) 769-9910

7283 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy., Aylett, VA WE BEAT OUR COMPETITORS’ PRICES!

| Education, Business & Celebrations

Photos submitted by Barry Flowe

The marching bands at Hanover County’s four high schools — Atlee, Hanover, Lee-Davis and Patrick Henry — are ready for the start of the 2012-2013 perfromance year. Shown are, from left, top, the Atlee Marching Raiders and Hanover Hawks’ Raijon Mason, who is ready with his trumpet, and, below, left, Allison Winterbotham, the drum major for the Confederates, and clarinetist Devin Garcia, front, is on the field with the Patrick Henry Patriots.

High school marching bands ready for Friday night With August comes the pre-season training camps for high school football teams, but it also marks the beginning of high school marching band camps across the country. At this time, untold numbers of

sousaphones, sheet music, drums and marching band uniforms are being issued in an effort to gear up high school musicians as they begin the journey of preparing for performance under the Friday night lights.

The four Hanover County High School marching bands – Atlee, Hanover, Lee-Davis and Patrick Henry — are among the thousands of groups busily preparing for performances this fall.

They also are working hard to sharpen their skills so they are ready to participate in local community parades, compete in Saturday marching band competitions, and represent their schools as they travel to compe-

titions in Florida, Georgia and other exciting locations. Each band has an entertaining program and a full schedule to handle as they diligently strive to help their

The Mechanicsville Local

see BANDS, pg. 21

September 5, 2012

Caregivers Support Group Meeting Are you currently providing physical and/or emotional support for someone in need?

Join us on September 11 • 2 PM New Highland Baptist Church 9200 New Ashcake Road Questions? Call Dr. Bob Fleming 550-9601

2739468-01

VFMA’s

JUMpiN’

BLUEGRASS ’‘12

$5 A DAY

CODE BLUE, COPPER RIDGE, LADD, MILFORD STATION CODE BLUE, COPPER RIDGE, AMYAMY LADD, MILFORD STATION

BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL &

VA STATE BG CONTEST

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

SEPTEMBER 13th-16th

SUNDAY, SEPT 16–BLUEGRASS CHAMPIONSHIP CONTEST

$1,000 to 1st Place Band Lois Gaither

804.399.7620

WWW.VAFOLKMUSIC.ORG Sigrid Williams

804.347.2925

OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals Mabel C. Allen, 89, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, August, 28, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman W. Allen Sr.; and is survived by two children, Herman W. Allen Jr. and Wanda A. Witherow and husband, James; four grandchildren, Jennifer A. Council, Andrew D. Allen, Amanda S. Witherow and Rebecca A. Witherow; two great-grandchildren, Brooks A. Council and Anne Douglas Council; one brother, James Clements; as well as many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Allen was a longtime, outstanding member of Northside Baptist Church and loved singing in the choir there. She was a devoted mother who cared deeply for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, August 30, 2012, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Services were

held 2 p.m. Friday, August 31, 2012, at Northside Baptist Church, 7600 Studley Road, Mechanicsville, Va., 23116. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff and caregivers at Covenant Woods for their unparalleled care during the past several years. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church or charity of your choice.

Evelyn Davis Brooks, 89, of Mechanicsville, died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on August 29, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard C. Brooks. She is survived by her daughters, Margaret B. Alexander (B.W.) and Shirley B. McGhee (Harry); grandchildren, Charles D. McGhee (Cathy) and Rebecca A. McGhee; great-grandchildren, Erin Elizabeth McGhee and Katelyn Rebecca McGhee;

CHENAULT VETERINARY SERVICE, INC. Where your pets receive quality service in a caring environment

Come Catch your Favorite NFL Team on one of our

13 TV’s! WE GOT THE TICKET!

½ PRICE DINNER

Buy one dinner at regular price and receive one of equal or less value for ½ price.

DENTAL CLEANING SPECIAL ALL SEPTEMBER! Let us work with you to ensure your pet has strong teeth and healthy gums to lead a long and happy life. We are offering a 25% discount on dental cleanings scheduled in September 2012.*

Offer ends 9/30/2012. Not valid with other offers.

Sub, Sandwich or Wrap and Get the second at 1/2 price at equal or less value Offer ends 9/30/2012. Not valid with other offers.

any LARGE Specialty Pizza. Offer ends 9/30/2012. Not valid with other offers.

730-9620

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Arthur Broaddus Gravatt Jr. M.D., 96, died on

August 20, 2012, at Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury in Irvington. Dr. Gravatt, a second generation physician, was born December 6, 1915, at Hanover Courthouse, son of the late Dr. Arthur B. Sr. and Hilda Day Gravatt. His father practiced family medicine in an office out of his home in Ellerson, near Mechanicsville, for more than 40 years. Dr. Ronald C. Garland, 67, Gravatt began his medical pracof Mechanicsville, passed away tice in Kilmarnock on October August 21, 2012. He is survived 5, 1945, and retired September by his wife, Diana Garland; six 30, 2000, giving 55 years of children, Steven Garland, Lisa dedicated service to the comOttley, Mark Garland, Stephamunity. Among his many acnie Kowalski, Staci Saunders complishments he established and April Greer; and 10 grand- the Gravatt Medical Center in children. He was in the printing Kilmarnock. Dr. Gravatt served industry for 31 years and made as a county medical examiner friends with everyone he met. from October 1, 1946, until Memorial services were held at 2000, and remains the longest 4 p.m. Friday, August 24, 2012, serving medical examiner in at the Mechanicsville Chapel the state of Virginia. He has of Bennett Funeral Home, served as a member of the 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. In lieu of Medical Society of Virginia, flowers, memorial contributhe American Medical Astions may be made to St. Jude see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 Children’s Research Hospital.

FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY Amanjot Khara, D.D.S., P.C.

804-559-5808

Payment Plans & Special Discounts Available Friendly, Gentle and Caring Atmosphere Over 15 Years Experience!

6372 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Suite 106 • In Cherrydale ofﬁce park

Emergencies and Walk-ins Welcome Now accepting Medicaid

GARAGES

Bell Creek Veterinary Hospital • 804-730-8545 8310 Bell Creek Road Mechanicsville, VA 23116

.00 OFF

Foundation

Chenault Veterinary Hospital • 804-537-5434 351 South Hill Carter Parkway Ashland, VA 23005 2747485-01

Buy One

Available at:

and a sister, Mary D. Garren. The family thanks Heritage Green and Medi Hospice for their excellent and loving care. The family received friends on Friday, August 31, 2012, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 1, 2012. Interment at Salem Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

Ladysmith Veterinary Hospital • 804-448-5151 17298 Jefferson Davis Highway Ruther Glen, VA 22546 *This offer does not include extractions, products or elective procedures.

CALL 516-1978 516 1978

Shingles 2486204-01

Gravatt, Linwood Gravatt and Lee Gravatt; seven great-grandContinued from pg. 10 children, Amelia Belle Gravatt sociation, the Southern Medical Jack, Joey and Lyla Porter and Association and past-president Lucas, Carter and Alexis Grace of the Northern Neck Medical Gravatt. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, August 24, Association. He maintained at Kilmarnock Baptist Church, membership in the American Kilmarnock. Interment will Academy of Family Physicians as a fellow and in 1948 he be in Campbell Memorial Presbyterian Church Cemhelped to found the Virginia Academy of Family Physicians. etery, Weems. Friends called He also served on the Virginia on Thursday, August 23, 2012, at the Currie Funeral Home, State Board of Medicine from Kilmarnock. Memorials may be 1978 to 1983. Surviving are made to Kilmarnock Volunteer a brother, Rev. William D. Gravatt of Vero Beach, Fla.; two Fire Department, P.O. Box sons, A. B. Gravatt III and wife, 1295, Kilmarnock or Kilmarnock-Lancaster Rescue Squad, Diane, of Urbanna and Emerson L. Gravatt and wife, Joan, of P.O. Box 333, Kilmarnock, Va., 22482. Kilmarnock; a daughter, Page G. Hunt and husband, John, Oliver Gene Holmes, of Weems; a daughter-in-law, born May 23, 1941, passed Julie Thurstensen-Gravatt of Lancaster; 10 grandchildren, away on August 27, 2012. He Shawn Latham Gravatt and is survived by his wife, Monica wife, Jill, Kenneth Gravatt, Holmes; their three children Michael Gravatt, Broaddus and four grandchildren. A man Hunt and wife, Mary, Cherbury who gave everything he had Hunt, Amanda G. Porter and to those he loved, he will be husband, John, Latham Gravatt greatly missed by all who knew and wife, Krista, Sabrina him. Visitation will be held on

OBITUARIES

Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, where services will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. Interment at Signal Hill Memorial Park.

Daisy Jones Hundley, 93, of Mechanicsville, formerly of Richmond, passed away August 28, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elton F. Hundley; and son, Raleigh E. Phelps. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Silva and husband, Arthur L. Silva, of Mechanicsville; devoted daughter-in-law, Ina Phelps of Nags Head, N.C.; grandchildren, Sherry Ann Boisseau and husband, Joseph, Krystle Dawn Webb, Jennifer Kercher and husband, Andy, and Mary Scott and husband, Bill; and great-grandchildren, Raleigh Hood, Kelly Scott, Jessica Boisseau, Michael Boisseau, Daisy Kercher and Randy Kercher. Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Friday, August 31, see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

Is your child displaying ADD/ADHD traits?

Certified SHINE Center for helping parents, adults and children with ADD/ADHD using 20% OF ADULTS NATURAL METHODS! & CHILDREN HAVE ADHD

CALL TODAY!

50% OFF SHINE ADD/ADHD Evaluation of Challenges

2742145-01

7360 Creighton Parkway | Mechanicsville, VA 23111

804.559.6818

www.adhdrichmondva.com

Including: Home & School, Digestive & Neurological, Brain HemiShpere Dominance, Nervous System & Biomechanics.

Regularly $270 With coupon only. Expires 9/30/12.

2742802-01

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

OBITUARIES Continued from pg. 11

2012, at Jones-Bunch Family Cemetery in Sunbury, N.C.

to Train e a m Beco cal i Pract e! Nurs

Annie Mae Justice,

Or train for a career in: Dental Assisting Computer Networking Medical Billing & Coding Medical Assisting

Criminal Justice Business Management Medical Billing & Coding Medical Assisting

TWO CONVENIENT CAMPUSES www.CenturaCollege.edu

REVIVAL September 16th thru 19th

100, formerly of Hopewell, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 22, 2012. She was born in Appomattox, and then moved to Hopewell where she lived most of her adult life, until moving to the Imperial Plaza in Richmond in her later years. She was a longtime member of Woodlawn Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Justice is the widow of Philip H. Justice. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Jane Saunders of Reston; her son, Richard â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dickâ&#x20AC;? Justice of Mechanicsville; six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 24, 2012, at the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss and Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Burial was private. A memorial service was held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 25, 2012, at Woodlawn Presbyte-

rian Church, 1201 Blackstone Avenue, Hopewell, Va., 23860. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Woodlawn Presbyterian Church. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

Dorothy Murty Loving, 81, of Mechanicsville, took her final bus trip to Heaven, on August 25, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Nellie Murty, of Hopewell; and her loving husband, Harry A. Loving. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Loving-Bolton (Stuart), and Angela Loving (Hubert); grandsons, Jonathan Bolton (Courtney), and Brandon Bolton; great-grandson, Hunter Bolton; sisters, Sally Ann Bedwell (Wayne), and Mary Miliotis (Angelo); brother, Clifford E Murty; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a retiree of Bell Atlantic after 37 years of faithful service, and was an active member of the C.W.A. Retirees Association. The family received visitors at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., Mechanicsville,

Pole Green Church of Christ 8319 Lee Davis Road, Mechanicsville, VA

Harvey Hacker bringing the Word

W.G. SPEEKS, INC.

Va. 23111 on Aug. 27 from 4 to 6 p.m. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at Signal Hill Memorial Park, 12360 Hanover Courthouse Rd., Hanover, Va., 23069. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Bon Secours Hospice program.

James August â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gus,â&#x20AC;? Nolte Sr., 84, of Mechanicsville, Va., passed away on Friday, August 24, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Nora Nolte; sister, Frances Harmon; former wives, Mildred M. Nolte and Betty Nolte. He is survived by his children, Linda Nolte, James Nolte Jr., Thomas Nolte (Jane), Robert Nolte and Frances Nolte; two sisters, Ruth Connor and Rachel West; two grandchildren, Alyssa and Shawn Walden. He joined the Boilermakers in 1945 and retired in 1992. James proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during WWII. The family received friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, August 26, 2012, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va., 23231, where the service was held at 2 p.m. on Monday, August 27, 2012. Interment followed in the Beulah Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 7252 Beulah Church

Rd., Mechanicsville, Va., 23111.

Virginia Anne Sauer, of Richmond, Va., passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 25, 2012, two days shy of her 90th birthday. She was born on August 27, 1922, and immensely enjoyed her long and healthy journey through life here in Richmond. She was the daughter of the late Reverend Oscar Adelbert and Beata Christine Sauer. Reverend Sauer was the pastor of Bethlehem Lutheran Church from 1921 until 1957. She was also the sister of the late Enno T. Sauer and Lester M. Sauer. Virginia Sauer earned a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree from Westhampton College. She began her business career in the bridal shop at Miller & Rhoads and later moved into the personnel department at Miller & Rhoads. She advanced quickly in the personnel department and was beloved by many Miller & Rhoads associates. She left Miller & Rhoads in June 1972 to partner with her friend Carolyn Marsh who created Marsh Personnel Management, Inc. a career development and placement center. In 1978, Miss Marsh turned over full time operation of the business to Miss Sauer. Miss Sauer was also a very active member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Miss Sauer see OBITUARIES, pg. 16

each evening at

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL

Up to

1,200 Off

Qualifying Complete

Carrier Systems

Chris Gibbs in

* Not valid with any other rebate or special * Must present coupon at time of service * System must include indoor & outdoor units plus thermostat * Offer valid until 9/30/12 * Restrictions apply

Concert each evening at 7 pm

Lic. # 2701012546A Class A Contractor

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

25 OFF

Saturday, September 22

Coupon For Any Service Call

Rain or Shine

* Must present coupon at time of service * Not valid with any other offers * Expires 9/30/12

Our Inventory has been Reduced and Must Go! Enter our Raffle Giveaway!

746-1284 www.wgspeeks.com

HanoverCarpet &VinylShop Large enough to compete, small enough to care!

2752658-01

â&#x20AC;˘ Maintenance Agreements â&#x20AC;˘ Servicing All Makes & Models â&#x20AC;˘ Sales, Service & Installations

2755573-01

7:30 pm

Serving the Richmond Area Since 1989

730-3500 8128 Mechanicsville Tpke

Hours: M â&#x20AC;&#x201C; F 9 til 6 across from the Windmill in the Village of Mechanicsville Sat 9 til 2

Sept. 11 concert to benefit MCEF Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The John Marshall Alumni Band will provide patriotic music starting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11, in a concert at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Road to benefit MCEF (Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions).

BUSINESS Continued from pg. 8

Growing Your Businessâ&#x20AC;? will be offered from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19. (Part one of a four-part series) This class will outline the five disciplines that businesses need to follow today to drive more traffic to their website, generate more leads from that traffic and converting those leads into sales. These include key components needed for successful social media campaigns, targeted lead generation and lead-

Admission is $2 plus a can of food to help MCEF provide financial assistance and food for families in the community. MCEFis a coalition of more than 30 churches in the Mechanicsville area working together. For more information, contact Lynn Saunders, MCEF community liaison, at 804334-6590 or LHS23111@comcast.net.

nurturing best practices. The first five Hanover County business representatives or residents to register for each class get in free (limit one per person per quarter). The class fee is $20 for registrants after the first five and the total class sizes are limited to 15, so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay in signing up now. To register and pay go to www.grcc. com or call 804-783-9314. For more information about â&#x20AC;&#x153;Business Launchpad Academyâ&#x20AC;? classes, contact the Hanover County Department of Economic Development at

804-365-6464 or by e-mail at kosimpson@HanoverVirginia. com. The office is located at 8200 Center Path Lane, Suite E, in Mechanicsville in the Rutland Development on U.S. 301. These classes are funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration/ VSBDC Network, and in partnership with the Greater Richmond Chamber and Greater Richmond Partnership. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

SEREDNI TIRE MECHANICSVILLE Friday, Sept. 7th, 11am-4pm

Save the Date

The VCU Medical Center will be offering the following free seminars at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Education and Library Complex, located at 1800 Lakeside Avenue. Registration is required. Free parking available. PLUS, if you come early, you can tour the gardens before the seminar for free.

Call (804) 828-0123 to reserve your spot today. Tuesday, September 11, 2012 | 5:30 p.m.

A New Hope for Heart Valve Replacement Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a new innovative medical procedure for people who have severe aortic stenosis and who cannot endure traditional open-heart surgery. Join Drs. Derek Brinster and Zachary Gertz as they discuss this minimally invasive approach to heart valve replacement and who can benefit from it.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012 | 5:30 p.m.

The Latest About Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer can be a serious disease, but most men found to have prostate cancer do not die from it. Join Dr. Michael Hagan as he talks about the prevention, causes, symptoms and latest clinical research for the treatment of prostate cancer.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012 | 5:30 p.m.

Antique Cars â&#x20AC;˘ GOODYEAR Show Car

Giveaways from local vendors â&#x20AC;˘ Race ticket giveaway â&#x20AC;˘ FREE hot dogs, chips and drinks â&#x20AC;˘ Music â&#x20AC;˘ Corn Hole â&#x20AC;˘FREE Tire Inspections!

Total Breast Cancer Care Join a panel of renowned breast specialists from the VCU Massey Cancer Center as they discuss comprehensive care for breast cancer from screening and diagnosis to treatment and survivorship.

vcuhealth.org

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Pet of the Week

Photos submitted by Jessie O’Keeffe

The Hanover Pound at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland has this cat and rabbit for adoption. “Dipper” is a 3-month-old brown/tan beagle mix. He is a very friendly pup who loves to play. Dipper gets along with other dogs. He is up-to-date on all shots. He is heartworm (negative) and has been neutered. “Julie” is a 1-yearold female black/tan American Crested guinea pig. She is very friendly and likes to be handled, she also is good with children. Julie also loves to talk. For more information on adopting Sassy and Sandy, or any of the other animals at the Hanover Pound, call 365-6485. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty.animalshelternet.com/.

SHOW CAR

OFFICIAL NASCAR NATIONWIDE® AGENT

PIT STOP

COME SEE THE OFFICIAL SHOW CAR OF THE NASCAR NATIONWIDE SERIES. Grand Opening September 6, 2012 3PM-6PM at 6130 Mechanicsville Tpke., Suite A, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Entrance to Battlefield Green Petting Zoo & Free Windshield Chip Repair

Brandon Hedrick (804) 559-1200 Keep up with the NASCAR Nationwide Series at NASCARnationwideseries.com

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Poker Run to benefit MDA The Jean’s Playhouse and ERA Woody Hogg and Associates Poker Run will be held on Saturday, Sept. 8. The run will benefit the Central Virginia Muscular Dystrophy Association. The ride will begin at the ERA Woody Hogg and Associates office located at 9137 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville. Jean’s Playhouse was formed by Rob Ransome, a realtor with ERA Woody Hogg & Associates, in honor of his mother, Jean Ransome. Mrs. Ransome has battled one of the 43 major diseases recognized as Muscular Dystrophy for the last 24 years. As a realtor with ERA Woody Hogg and Associates, Rob was exposed to the camp that provides children living with Muscular Dystrophy a summer camp experience tailored especially for

them. The camp is located in Wakefield. Since it was a disease that literally “hit home” for him, Rob decided to partner Jean’s Playhouse with ERA Woody Hogg & Associates to sponsor the event, with the hope of making it possible for more kids to be able to attend the summer camp. All proceeds from the Poker Run will benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The MDA is a voluntary health agency striving to find treatments and cures for the 43 neuromuscular diseases. MDA provides help and hope for people living with neuromuscular diseases nationwide and in the Central Virginia area. Support groups, research, summer camps, durable medical equipment and local clinics are only possible through the community’s generosity.

RAKE IN FALL PROFITS Build your customer base and nail down big profits this fall with an ad in our FALL HOME and GARDEN section. This section, filled with easy-to-do DIY instructions and other handy information will appeal to thousands of homeowners and do-it-yourselfers. Your ad will be in the right place at the right time to attract customers looking for just the right products or services.

Reserve your space today by calling (804) 746-1235 Deadline: September 6th Publication Date: September 12th

Fall Home and Garden

2714406-01

A Special Supplement to

www.mechlocal.com

“Peel Off Unwanted Fat, and Increase Your Energy, While Building Firm Muscle – Without Dieting!”

If you are reading this, you are exactly where I was a year ago. Not happy with your reading on the scale or how your clothes look as you see yourself in the mirror each morning. You look in the mirror and wonder how you got this big. You wonder how in the world you can go back to the weight before children came along. You can do it with the Skinny Richmond plan. I went for my yearly physical and my doctor told me it was time for blood pressure medicine. I said no thanks. He said then I needed to lose weight. So I made a commitment to myself that day to find a way to get rid of the fat and keep it off. I read an ad in the paper about losing weight quickly and painlessly with no drugs or purchased foods and I was skeptical. But I was ready to do something and I needed to lose around 90 pounds. I had tried many other times to count points, to drink things, to eat very little and nothing was the right fit for me. I saved the Before After ad and thought about going to the meeting but didn’t take any action. A few weeks later I decided to give it a try. I went and saw the video of others progress but still didn’t believe it would work for me. I went to my follow up and put a lot of thought into it before I joined the program. I was concerned that the program was just too good to be true. I asked about these concerns in the follow up and received information that enabled me to make my decision. I have been losing weight since September 17th, 2011. I work with a wonderful lady named Shannon who is my cheerleader and mentor. She is wonderful to talk to when I need info or to ask a question. I did my first 40 day round and lost 37 pounds. It was amazing. I followed the plan as I was asked to do and on my birthday in June I met my goal of 85 pounds. I went from a size 22 to a 12 in 9 months. People I work with all watched me disappear and cheered me along the way. Some of my friends have signed up and are now on the way down as well. I eat regular foods bought at Kroger and am not hungry all the time. The plan was easy and seeing the scale go down a pound a day was enough to keep me on track. My husband was pleased that he has me back to the weight before children. I feel better and when I went for my yearly physical my blood work was the best I had seen in twenty years. Blood pressure was down, and all my bad numbers were back down into the low normal range. My doctor spent more time asking about the program than we spent on my physical. When I went to pick my son up from college he was shocked to see how small I was. He had never seen me this size. He even posted something on his facebook page about my progress. Now you want to hear some numbers I guess. You weigh every day and take measurements once a week so I know what I did. Fifteen inches off my waist, five off each thigh, and everywhere else the fat disappeared. I do not have saggy skin, or ugly stretch marks. I went from 250lbs to 165lbs in 9 months. I am returning to the sports I used to play and enjoying new ones I have found. Notice there is no mention here of an intense exercise program. I lost the first 50 pounds with out any exercise. You can too. I did join a local gym because I wanted to get stronger for my own health. As I continued to shrink I got stronger with my weight lifting. So if you hate to exercise this is the program for you. The craziest thing is when I see someone who has not seen me for a year or more and they don’t even recognize me. I retired from teaching a year ago and when I went to middle school to substitute some of my elementary kids did not even know I was me until I spoke to them. I was finally ready to lose the weight and now I can shop and not try on the clothes in the store. When I put them on at home the 12’s always fit. There is only one negative to this plan. You will not be able to wear your old clothes any more. You will quickly lose sizes and not have much to wear on the way down to your goal weight. I cinched up my belts and wore baggy pants at times. I had saved a plastic tub of clothes for “when I lost weight.” When I got them out in February I was shocked that they were all too big as well. At this point, I don’t have many clothes that fit me for this coming fall and winter. So now you know the only negative thing about this plan. Read on the web about it at SKINNYRICHMOND.COM. I was skeptical just like you are right now. If you are ready, really ready to lose the weight, the Skinny Richmond plan can help you. Just remember that with any weight loss plan you will never be able to go back to eating the way you did before. I don’t even care about sodas and sugary things anymore. They don’t taste good. I can’t eat huge portions anymore because they make me uncomfortable. I am eating more healthfully and I know this change will enable me live longer. I want to be able to see my grandchildren someday. So what will you do? Come to a meeting. See for yourself where you can be in six months, call and make your appointment today 1-855-FAT-AWAY!!! If you just need to lose 20 pounds, you can do it in less than a month. Yes, one month, If you have thirty pounds to lose you can do it in less than two months. So think about it and when you are ready, come to see Shannon and she will guide you to the new you that is waiting under all that extra you. I did and I’m so glad I took that giant step in September. See you shopping this fall!

2753301-01

Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

Paid Advertisement

“Get Rid Of Your Fat Now!!!” Call and schedule your appointment today! 1-855-FAT-AWAY Skinny Richmond Weight Loss Clinic. 7020 Cold Harbor Rd. Mechanicsville VA

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

CALENDAR

“Providing quality veterinary care in the convenience of your home”

Dr. T. Grammer-Peace CVA, CVCP

| News, Updates & Listings Saturday, Sept. 8

804-306-5819

The Law Offices of

Divorce – Criminal Defense

804.569.3888 8052 Elm Drive Suite E Mechanicsville, VA, 23111 We Protect Your Rights.

dougewesq@aol.com www.dougweatherleylaw.com www.doug-esq.com

FURNITURESALE NO CREDIT CHECK OPTIONS

Up To

5 Yrs*

FREE Financing

Hanover Humane Society will hold a dog adoption stand from 9 a.m. to noon at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For available animals and additional adoption information, visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org.

Tuesday, Sept. 11 The John Marshall Alumni Band will provide a concert of patriotic music to benefit Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions at 7 p.m. at Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Road. Admission is $2 plus a can of food to benefit local families. MCEF is a coalition of more than 30 Mechanicsville-area

will hold a dog adoption stand from 9 a.m. to noon at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from Saturday, Sept. 15 The Hanover Master 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For available Gardener program will hold animals and additional adoption information, visit www. its fall plant sale and garden hanoverhumanesociety.org. fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hanover Human Services Complex located at 12310 Monday, Sept. 17 A blood drive will be Washington Highway in held from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Ashland. The sale and fair features perennial and annual Washington & Henry Lodge plants, composted manure, #344 at 8080 Mechanicsville gently used gardening items, Turnpike. For more informaand horticultural and envi- tion, contact Carter Brown at ronmental information. For chbrown2001@aol.com. churches. For more information, contact Lynn Saunders, MCEF community liaison, at 804-334-6590 or LHS23111@ comcast.net.

more information, contact the Hanover office of the Virginia Wednesday, Sept. 19 Hanover Humane Society Cooperative Extension at 804will hold a veterinary wellness 752-4310. clinic from 4 to 5:45 p.m. at Hanover Humane Society its facility at 12190 Washington

Highway in Ashland. The clinic provides routine vaccines, heartworm testing and other preventive services. The clinic does not treat sick or injured animals. No appointments. For more information, visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org.

Thursday, Sept. 20 MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support) Club of Mechanicsville will hold its 10year anniversary celebration and open house from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Chickahominy Oaks Pavilion in Deer Valley Park. The club is open to all stay-at-home or part-time working moms who reside in the Cool Spring Elementary School District. The open house includes a light dinner for children, a fall-themed craft and door prizes. For more information, contact Chelsea Ferguson at chelsea.ferguson@ comcast.net.

Atlee band selling ‘Spirit Cards’ to buy new instruments up to

60%OFF

FLOOR MODELS

Living Rooms, Dining Rooms, Bedrooms, and Mattresses! All sales are final. Open Hours: Mon.-Fri 10-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5

2754840-01

Your Hometown Discount Furniture Store

8235 Mechanicsville Turnpike Mechanicsville, VA 23111 s r

746-7781

*SUBJECT TO CREDIT APPROVAL

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Once again, the Atlee High School Marching Band is selling “Spirit Cards.” The cards offer discounts to many Mechanicsville area restaurants. They cost $10 each and the money raised will help the

band to purchase new instruments. The discounts are offered by Giovanni’s Pizza, Marty’s Grill, Mi Jalisco, O’Banks Café & Grill, Stevi B’s Pizza Buffet, Sweet Frog, Padow Hams & Deli, Zheng Chinese

Lutheran Church, 2315 North Parham Rd., Henrico, Va., Continued from pg. 12 23229 with the family receivis survived by her sister-in-law, ing friends one hour prior to Elsie Sauer of Mechanicsville, service. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery followed the Va.; nephews, Jim Sauer and service. Memorial contribuwife, Paula, of Worthington Ohio, Ken Sauer and wife, Su- tions may be made to the zie, of Hopkinton, N.H., Tom Canine Companions, or TrinSauer and wife, Mary Ellen, of ity Lutheran Church, 2315 Houston, Texas, Richard Sauer North Parham Rd., Henrico, and wife, Joan, of Warrenton, Va. 23229. Va., Mark Sauer and wife, Carolyn, of Aylett, Va.; and niece, Alice R. Shelton, of Martha Lowe and husband, Manquin, Va., departed this Greg, of Mechanicsville, Va. life Monday August 20, 2012. Funeral services were Tuesday, She is survived by her son, August 28, 2012, at Trinity Elder Merle Moore (Tanya);

OBITUARIES

Restaurant, Lulu’s Creamery, Subway, Tropical Smoothie and several others. For a list of the participating businesses, or to purchase a card, contact Lynn Manley at 804-550-9193.

daughter, Virginia Evans (George); three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; sister, Nellie R. Taylor; and a host of other relatives and friends. Her remains rested at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va., where the family received friends 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 22, 2012. Funeral services were held 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 23, 2012, at Life-Line for Jesus Community Church, 8373 Lincoln Rd., Mechanicsville, Va., 23116.

Richard M. “Dick” Smith, 67, passed away August 19, 2012. A 1968 graduate of Virginia Tech, he retired in 2003 as an Industrial Engineer from Smurfit-Stone. He is survived by wife, Susan Hawa; sister, Barbara (Steve) Rowe; sister-in-law, Faye Smith; children, Bennie Smith (Martha), Rachel von Garrel (Conrad); grandchildren, Summer, Anna Marie, Aaron and Zachary. A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 25, 2012, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville, Va.

CLOCKTOWER Continued from pg. 1

Center. We like the businesslike atmosphere down there and the fact that it’s [Brandy Hill Plaza] on a major road and we very much like working with the Thalhimer organization. They’re very professional and very talented.” Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer, based in Glen Allen, is the leasing agent for Brandy Hill Plaza. Brian Berkey, vice president of the Thalhimer group, said that improvements that have been completed or are in the process of being completed include: a new roof on the office building; a new tenant directory at both entrances; painting of the office building; landscaping throughout the property; paving repairs and striping; elevator repair in the office building; improvements to the façade; replacing or repairing windows; renovations to common areas in the office building; and the installation of a new heating and air conditioning system in the office building. “It’s gone through quite a transition,” Berkey said on-site at the 45,000-square-foot office building. “There was a tenant that occupied the top two floors. They left. They moved

“Groom & Board” for

your best friend

to The Boulders and it was empty and this owner came in and he’s got the money to do the new roof, new HVAC, redo the common areas and we were able to lure a strong tenant. We have LogistiCare [Solutions LLC] moving on to the second floor. They’re going to be taking about half of the second floor, but I think they’re going to have 75 people working out of here. So it is great for the area.” According to its website, –www.logisticare.com, the Atlanta-based company specializes in the management of non-emergency medical transportation. Its Richmond-area office is currently located at 5651 South Laburnum Ave. in Henrico County. Richard Thalhimer, first

vice president of the Thalhimer group, said the color of the Clocktower – now painted a bright yellow – may change in the fall. “It was just very faded and old and kind of dirty looking and [the new owner] wanted to clean it up and make it pop,” Thalhimer said. Thalhimer said office space is “somewhat limited” in Mechanicsville. “So there’s not a whole lot of options if somebody wants 4,000 square feet in a nice building with amenities – elevator, lot of glass overlooking,” Thalhimer added. “The Clocktower’s a great identity. [If you say] ‘I’m in the Clocktower Office Building,’ they’ll find you . . . It’s a nice coup for Hanover and Mechanicsville to be luring a tenant out of Henrico over to

Mechanicsville – LogistiCare.” “We’re hoping with LogistiCare comes additional momentum,” Berkey said. Thalhimer said the Clocktower Office Building was badly in need of repair. “It was in atrocious condition prior to its renovation, so the property looks 100 percent better than it did with all new HVAC, electrical systems, elevator improvements,” he said. “So the property’s 360 degrees different than it was.” New tenants are leasing space in the retail plaza, Thalhimer said, such as Willie’s Barbecue and plans call for the opening of another restaurant, – Juicy Lucy, which will feature hamburgers and sandwiches. “I’ll have a music store opening up fairly shortly,” Thalhimer

added. “It’s under construction. So the only big retail portion I have left is a former Chinese restaurant space, which is a little over 9,000 square feet.” “He does the management himself,” Berkey said of Shasha. “He has an entire team that’s responsible for paying the bills and making sure it’s kept up to Class A [standards].” Shasha said he and his team hope to breathe new life into the Clocktower Office Building and Brandy Hill Plaza. “Basically it thrives on the fact that it’s across the street from the high school and then just very well located and our specialty is taking underachievers and bringing out the best in them,” Shasha said. “Yes. We take high-quality lemons and make them lemonade.”

Eggs-Travanganza set Saturday at park 4-H is going to the dogs and bunnies and chickens during Eggs-Travaganza on Saturday, Sept. 8, at the Hanover Courthouse Ruritan Park. While 4-H members go through the paces of competition, visitors can stroll among Easter Egg chickens and lionmaned rabbits; see if the hard work of training a dog has paid off; “ooh” and “aah” over the decorated egg contest and pick up culinary tips during the Chicken Bake Off and cupcake contest. Guests also can learn to make a feed bag tote and express their creativity at the goofy egg craft tables. see PARK, pg. 19

Say Goodbye to Varicose and Spider Veins!

FREE SCREENING

$50 Off

Cosmetic Sclerotherapy Service for Spider Veins First Time use only. One per person. Cannot be redeemed for cash or be combined with any other offer.

Hanover Your Pet Resort & Day Spa for Dogs & Cats

Private Condos available for kittens.

8533 Meadowbridge Rd. 1.8 miles south of I-295

3 Convenient Locations Richmond

Mechanicsville

Midlothian

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

730-4616 www.hanoveryourpet.com

L-DHS Continued from pg. 1

Skipper Garrett 22 Years - Top Producer

Area Code 804 Cell: 370-4080 Fax: 443-5968 Home: 443-2514 email:agarrett7@aol.com

Tappahannock Area

men, known as the Kick-Off Mentoring Council, help coordinators run the program. About 300 freshmen out a class of about 400 attended the Tuesday, Aug. 28, Kick-Off day at Lee-Davis. Amy Gordon brought her 14-year-old son Matthew to the event and helped him with registration. “I think it’s going to be great,” Matthew said of the Kick-Off event. His mother said she was

somewhat “apprehensive” about Matthew starting high school “He’s going to be starting a new adventure, leaving middle school going to high school,” Gordon said. “He’s going to be taking some more classes, like Spanish and algebra. [I’m] just hoping that the communication continues between parents and teachers.” Gordon also said that she thought having the Kick-Off day for the mentoring program was a good idea. “Absolutely. Absolutely,” she said. “I think it will help with some of the apprehensions that

Senior Homeowners! Worried about retirement income? A Reverse Mortgage loan may help. Gorgeous quality brick cape on 1.3 acre waterfront lot overlooking Rappahannock River. Inground pool, deck, pier, fenced yard. Slate roof, copper gutters, crown moulding, chair railing, granite counters, carpet/hardwood floors. 4 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 half baths. HP/AC. Entrance foyer w/impressive staircase. 2 fireplaces. Sunroom overlooks pool/river. Basement, 2 car heated garage. This is exceptional find. $595,000.

To learn more, call me at

(804) 417-3206 Dale E. Rich

Reverse Mortgage Specialist NMLS #185247

www.skippergarrett.com

Village Bank Mortgage Corp., 9097 Atlee Station Road Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Village Bank Mortgage Corp., is a wholly owned subsidiary of Village Bank, a state chartered financial institution.

the freshmen have going from middle school to high school.” Mentors dressed in orange T-shirts held signs up in the commons area so that the freshmen would know where the groups they were assigned to were gathered. Junior mentor Grant Paylor held up a sign that read “Lloyd” for teacher Crystal’s Lloyd’s group. Teachers assisting in the program are called “coaches.” “I think it’s great,” Paylor said of being a mentor. “This is one of the clubs that I’ve been really excited about, because, having a rising freshman, there are a lot of nerves, but now that everyone’s here, we get to like tell them how high school works and get them excited about it.” Beth Jones, who teaches health and physical education at Lee-Davis and who helped to organize the event, said the Kick-Off Mentoring program is more that just an orientation day for freshman. “They’re going to meet monthly with their mentors – the ninth-graders – and they’re going to be able to discuss the problems they’re having at school,” Jones said. “If they need tutoring, they can get them the right tutor and there are going to be lessons every month about figuring out your GPA, how to study, how to join a club, just things like that.” Amy Couillard, a counsel-

or at Lee-Davis, teamed with ninth-grade history teacher Tamisha Lee to plan and coordinate the Kick-Off Mentoring program and Kick-Off day. “Our hope is that the freshmen feel more comfortable on their first day of school, and, from that, have a support system all school year long to increase success and reduce failures for our freshmen because there’s a lot of anxiety and struggle through transition for a lot of them,” Couillard said. Lee spoke in a similar vein. “I want to make freshmen comfortable here,” she said. “Freshman year is so scary. I really want them to be comfortable and take away some of those first-day jitters. So we make sure that they have a friendly face in the crowd and make sure that they have an awareness of how the building is laid out.” Lee said she thought that Kick-Off day was “wildly successful.” “We have almost 300 freshmen registered and attending out of a little over 400,” she said. “It’s a wonderful turnout.” Mentors met in classrooms with their freshmen groups and participated in various activities, like a special bingo game and learning a dance that all of the freshmen would perform see L-DHS, pg. 19

Subscribe to the Sunday Times-Dispatch with EZ Pay and get

TWO FREE PAPA JOHN’S PIZZAS!

New

That’s right! Order home delivery of the Sunday Times-Dispatch and you’ll also get two free medium one-topping pizzas from Papa John’s!

The Sunday Times-Dispatch is just $9.74 per month on EZ Pay

ONLINE PROMO CODE: P9PIZ

limited time only

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Subscribe now! Call 804-644-4181 and mention offer code PPAJEZ

Subscription offer valid through September 30, 2012. Offer valid for new or upgrading subscribers only. Not available with any other offer. Voucher codes for free pizzas must be redeemed at papajohns.com and cannot be used in conjunction with other specials or offers. Allow ten days for codes to arrive by mail. The Times-Dispatch is not responsible for lost, misplaced or undeliverable mail. Sunday-only, weekend and daily-only subscribers can take advantage of this offer by upgrading to a 13-week subscription with EZ Pay.

Garden club to meet L-DHS Pamunkey River Garden Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 8, in Rooms 111-113 at the Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. Stuart Williams, owner of Crystal Hill Gardens, will discuss “The Joys of Growing and Taking Care of Daylilies.”

PARK Continued from pg. 17

Volunteers will be providing the concessions, including cupcakes from the contest. All proceeds from food sales go to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The Courthouse Ruritan Park is located on Hanover Quarter Road. Gates will open to the public at 10 a.m. For a schedule, check the website: http://offices.ext. vt.edu/hanover/.

Continued from pg. 18

together in the commons. Madison Godsey, a 14-yearold freshman, said she liked the concept of the Kick-Off day event. “I think it’s a good way to get us used to being at Lee-Davis and it’s a good way to get everybody together,” Madison said. “It’ll be less stressful because we’ve already been in here once and we kind of know our way around.” Lucy Vazquez, a 15-year-old freshman, agreed. “I think it’s actually pretty cool how they have the KickOff and stuff for freshmen to understand where they’re going in school,” she said. The mentors planned to wear the same orange T-shirts they wore on Kick-Off day on the first day of school so that freshmen would immediately recognize someone who could help them if they needed assistance.

Austin Diehr, a 16-year-old junior, was decked out in a blue T-shirt that members of the Kick-Off Mentoring Council were wearing on Kick-Off day. “We’ll be around for the kids making sure they’re doing well in school and if they need us for anything, we’re always around to help them out,” he said. Andy Ordaz, a 16-year-old junior mentor and a member of the Confederates football team, said he likes being a mentor because he can help freshmen realize that high school “is a good place to be in. You can have fun in it.” Carol Moore, who is beginning her third year as principal at Lee-Davis, said that Kick-Off day could become an annual event. “Absolutely. Absolutely,” she said. “Being the first year, I think we have three-fourths of the freshman class, close to 300 students that are here today from the freshman class, in addition to 80 upper-class mentors. So it’s a great day here.”

STRENGTHENING Healthy living begins for you and your family with a Y membership

PAY NO JOINING FEE THROUGH SEPT. 17 ATLEE STATION FAMILY YMCA 8017 Rutland Center Boulevard 804.427.9622

With 17 local branches throughout the region.

www.ymcarichmond.org/affordable

REFINANCE TODAY • COMPETITIVE RATES • EASY ONLINE APPLICATION

PERSONAL BANKING

Call 800-971-4671 or visit fcbresource.com to learn more.

That’s the Power of Community. Mortgage products offered by First Community Bank. Member FDIC

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

“If your Insurance Company is forcing you to increase your homeowners deductible OR forcing you to insure both your home and auto with them, we can help. Moncure Agency is a full service agency specializing in Homeowners, Vacation Homes, Rental and Vacant Properties.“ J. Harrison Moncure,

CELEBRATIONS | Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries

Agent Mechanicsvilleresident,owner/operator

8096 Elm Drive Mechanicsville,VA 23111 804-746-0265 www.insurewithmoncure.com Facebook.com/MoncureAgency

(BecomeafanandyouwillbeeligibleforfreeNASCARtickets)

36 YEARS OF

EXPERIENCE WORKING

FOR YOU

Brandon and Danielle Robinson of Mechanicsville welcomed their firstborn Bristol Isabelle Robinson into the world at 1:26 p.m. on June 10, 2012. She weighed seven pounds and 11 ounces and was 20 inches long. The proud grandparents are Sandra and Dennis Carter, Danny and Debbie Thomas, Gene and Sherri Robinson. The greatgrandparents are John and Jackie Nichols and Earl and Ann Nastansky. The family said, “A big thank you to the High Risk doctors at MCV for their care of mom and baby.”

Stevie Faith Farmer was born Sept. 14, 2011, weighing eight pounds and 13 ounces. She is the daughter of Scott and Ashley Estes Farmer and the granddaughter of Margaret and Donnie Farmer and Mary “Pookie” Estates and the late Steve Estes. Grandpa Steve left the family suddenly before Stevie’s birth. She is his namesake.

Daniel and Lori (Powell) Carter are proud to announce the arrival of their son, Dallas Wesley Cater. He was born at 2:27 a.m. on Aug. 2, 2012, at Sentara Hospital in Williamsburg. He weighed nine pounds and four ounces and was 20¾ inches long. The proud grandparents are Mark and Jan Powell and Tim and Tracey Schools of Mechanicsville and Tim and Debbie Carter of New Kent. Dallas was welcomed home by his lovable dog Alaska and two cats.

CUISINE W E

Buy One At Regular Price, Get One of Equal or Lesser Value ½ OFF. Not Valid w/ Lunch Menu, Not Valid w/ Other Discounts. Expires 9/15/12. Fuji Asian Cuisine.

550-9961

fax 804-550-9963

15% OFF

2756709-01

2565079-01

9410 Atlee Commerce Blvd. Suite 2, Ashland

The Mechanicsville Local

Pick Up – Dine In

804.559.2953 (For Pickup and Delivery) 804.559.2968 (For Dine In) 7334 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville D E L I V E R ! (Hanover Square Shopping Center)

½ OFF ENTRÉE

ANY ORDER Not Valid w/ Other Discounts. Expires 9/15/12. Fuji Asian Cuisine.

September 5, 2012

Geisslinger-Kirby wedding planned

NOW OPEN When you need a Lawyer you need Ed Vaughn Attorney at Law

Michael Jared Kirby and Kara Anne Geisslinger to be united in marriage in April 2013

All Sushi Rolls 50% OFF Limited Time Offer

Not Valid w/ Other Discounts. Expires 9/15/12. Fuji Asian Cuisine.

1 Appetizer 2 Soups 3 Dinners

ONLY $19.99 Dine in ONLY. Not valid with other discounts. Expires 9/15/12.

r. and Mrs. John Geisslinger of Midlothian are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kara Anne Geisslinger of Glen Allen, to Michael Jared Kirby of Aylett, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Marc Bryant and the late Michael R. Kirby, all of Mechanicsville. Kara is a graduate of Clover Hill High School and is employed at St. Mary’s Hospital as an M.R.I. Tech. Jared is a graduate of Lee-Davis High School and is an electrician employed at M.W. Butler Electrical in Mechanicsville. An April 2013 wedding is planned.

H VC

HOME VETERINARY CARE ‘The housecall veterinary service for dogs and cats’

DR. KATHRYN HURLEY

779-7071

Shady Grove United Methodist Church to host Church Block Party on Sunday Lori & Charlie at Charlie Family Hair Care Professional Hair Dresser

The Shady Grove United Methodist will host a Church Block Party from 3 to candy, popcorn, snow cones and food. Ladd, Pavlov’s Dog and To Be Found. Church at the corner of Meadowbridge 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 9, featuring Admission is free of charge. Musical For more information, see www.shadyand Shady Grove Roads in Mechanicsville inflatables, a dunk tank, games, cotton entertainment will be provided by Amy groveumc.org.

students develop stronger musical abilities. The band director at Atlee High School is Gloucester native Paul Rosecki. A James Madison University graduate, Rosecki has been the band director at Atlee High School for four years. The Marching Raiders’ halftime show for 2012 is “The Music of Billy Joel.” This season the band will compete at the Hermitage Classic, the Lee-Davis Tournament of Champions, the Midlothian Showcase of Band, and the Virginia Band and Orchestra Director’s Association State Marching Band Assessment.

on Oct. 13. The Lee-Davis High School Marching Confederates are led by Lisa Brininstool. She grew up in Henrico County and graduated from J.R. Tucker High School. After earning her teaching degree from VCU, Brininstool taught at Brookland Middle School before becoming the Lee-Davis band director in 2010. The Confederates’ marching band show this year is titled “Rites of Passage”. In addition to hosting the Tournament of Champions on Oct. 20, the marching band will be competing at the Hermitage Classic, the Tucker High School “Free-forAll,” The Hanover High School Marching Invitational and the Virginia Band and Orchestra

Director’s Association State Marching Band Assessment. Amanda Peters is entering her ninth year as the band director at Patrick Henry High School. She has a music degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and is a graduate of Patrick Henry High School. The Patrick Henry marching band show this year is a salute to famous spies such as James Bond, Inspector Gadget, Inspector Clouseau and the

team from Mission Impossible. You can see the Marching Patriots as they compete at the Hermitage Classic, Deep Run Band Invitational, Hanover Marching Invitational, Virginia Band and Orchestra Director’s Association State Marching Band Assessment, and the Powhatan Fall Classic. Information submitted by Barry Flowe, lead teacher specialist for Performing Arts, Hanover County Public Schools.

7418 Antique Lane

730-2051 • Haircuts • Perms • Color • Highlights All Haircuts $10

Call 291-7985 (cell) or 730-2051 Please Call Anytime Opens at 9:30 a.m.

Thank You. Appointments & Walk-ins Welcome!

7418 Antique Ln. Charlie’s Family Hair Care I-295

H Pole Green Rd.

Continued from pg. 9

Starting her 10th school year as the director of bands at Hanover High School is Amy Birdsong. She is a graduate of Chesterfield County Public Schools and has a music degree from James Madison University. The Marching Hawks’ halftime show this year is “Sons bo brasil” or “The Sounds of Brazil.” The Hanover Band will compete at the Tucker High School “Free-For-All,” the Shenandoah Valley Marching Invitational, the Warhill Classic, and the Virginia Band and Orchestra Director’s Association State Marching Band Assessment. They also will host their own competition, The Hanover High School Marching Invitational,

2664191-01

BANDS

Show Your Support Call now to reserve your space in our upcoming Breast Cancer Awareness Section. Whether your business is focused on cancer prevention, medical treatment or support services, or you simply want to show your support for a cure, this specialized section is where it all comes together. Call (804) 746-1235! Deadline: September 27th Publication Date: October 3rd

804.612.3330

www.interceptyouth.com

2715240-01

2697377-01

A Special Section from

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY John P. Black, Inc. DESIGN/BUILD CONTRACTOR

Since 1971

Roofing

Responsive, Courteous, On-time, Fairly Priced Licensed & Insured Remodeling Electrical Plumbing Carpentry Water Damage Decks Structural Repairs Termite Damage Handy Man/Home Maintenance Painting Honey-Do-Lists

746-5110

No job too small - all types of roofing

www.jpblack.com 804-266-9601

Hall’s Tree Service

FREE ESTIMATES

FREE INSPECTION & Telephone Estimates

HH 5 miles east of Mechanicsville on Route 360 towards Tappahannock HH

Check us out at:

804-746-4809

www.PermaTreat.com for your money saving coupon!

Residential/Commercial Licensed & Insured

Scott Bazemore 908-7349

H H

SPECIALIZING IN:

• Carpet & Furniture Cleaning • Area Rugs • Oriental Rugs

• Hardwood Floors Cleaned & Buff Shined • Quick Drying Time (2-3 Hours)

• No Residue Left in the Carpet • We Take Pride in Doing It Right the First Time!

SUMMER SPECIAL

3 Carpeted Areas Cleaned for $95

2755794-01

FAMILY ROOMS CONSIDERED 2 CARPETED AREAS. EXPIRES SEPT. 30TH, 2012.

5525 MECHANICSVILLE TURNPIKE OVER 80 BUILDINGS ON DISPLAY

Vinyl • Wood Barns • Cottages Built by the Pennsylvania Amish WE ALSO MOVE BUILDINGS Hours: Tues.-Fri. 9:30-5:00, Sat. 9:30-1:00 www.crowdersbuildings.com

Family Owned and Operated Since 1974

Licensed • Insured • Bonded

Owner, Operator

Vinyl Screen Porch

Crowder’s Buildings Inc.

(804) 328-2720

email: ScottPCCS@aol.com Residential & Commercial

Call Phillip Patrick at 804.241.3035

Serving the area since 1927!

24-7

Call Sam 804-638-4638

Piano Lessons One-on-one weekly piano lessons customized to go at For more information visit your pace. mystudio88.com or

H H

784-4354 794-0804 559-5640 WEST END

BON AIR

MECHANICSVILLE

OVER 25 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE & Trim

Free Est. H Lic.& Ins. H Res.& Comm.H

www.hh-heatingcooling.com

HOT SUMMEGRS SAVIN

Now You’re Thinking Smart

50% Off Any Service Call

TO PROMOTE YOUR SERVICES IN THIS DIRECTORY, CALL 746-1235 X3 OR EMAIL: CLASSIFIEDS@MECHLOCAL.COM The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Artist of the Month

“Your Home is My Business”

Michelle Wall/The Local

Doctor of Audiology/Owner Licensed Hearing Aid Specialist 2713903-01

Janice M. Baily is the Artist of the Month at Windemere Art Gallery at 6162 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. A reception to welcome her exhibit, “Nature’s Mystery,” will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 8. The showing of Baily’s watercolor, oil, acrylic and pastel will be presented through Sept. 29. For more information, call 804-730-0384. The gallery’s regular hours are noon to 4 p.m. It is closed on Sundays. Baily, whose interest began in 1998 when she retired, is shown with one of her artworks. She has taken art classes at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Visual Arts Center and the Glen Allen Cultural Arts Center. Baily said some of her art in the exhibit has evoked words for poems that are part of the picture.

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

RDB General Contracting, Inc. FREE

Excavating Excellence

• Specializing in New Home Developments • Rough and Fine Grading • Brush Removal • Snow Removal • Hauling • Clearing • Sand and Gravel Delivery • Environmentally Sensitive Construction

Decks, Garages, Additions, Remodeling, Custom Homes, Kitchens & Baths, Roofs, Vinyl Siding & Windows, Driveways, Yard Grading, Electrical FREE ESTIMATES

Quality - We go beyond industry standards Serving Mechanicsville and Surrounding Areas

J.N.T. Contractors Home Improvement & Renovations

2755798-01

• Additions • Garages • Flooring • Siding Jay Moody, President

• Roofing • Windows • Drywall • Decks

Cell: 804-477-5937

Lic/Insured • Free Estimates • Owned & Operated out of Mechanicsville

LICENSED CLASS B FULLY INSURED

TO PROMOTE YOUR SERVICES IN THIS DIRECTORY, CALL 746-1235 X3 OR EMAIL: CLASSIFIEDS@MECHLOCAL.COM The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Grief Share Group meetings start Sunday

BARNES

Grief Share Group meets Fairmount Christian Church from 5:30 to 7 p.m. begin- at 6502 Creighton Road in ning on Sunday, Sept. 9, at the Mechanicsville.

ELECTRICAL, INC.

Don’t Move – Improve

All Residential. Commercial and Farming Electrical Needs Electrical Service and Repair Generator Panels Service Upgrades

Free Estimates

Class A Electrical and Building Contractor Fully Licensed and Insured

Serving Goochland, Louisa, Hanover, Powhatan and Surrounding Counties

Call Dan Mitchell

Call (804) 457-3415 or (804) 928-4400

Did

• Vinyl Siding • Replacement Windows • Roofing • Aluminum Trim • Seamless Gutters

730-1016

Member of BBB www.mitchellsidinginc.com email: dan@mitchellsidinginc.com

know? w?

Public meeting scheduled to address voting issues Hanover County will hold a public information meeting on several voting-related issues at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 8, in the Board of Supervisors meeting room at Hanover Courthouse at 7516 County Complex Road in Hanover. Attendees will be invited to ask questions about changes in Virginia’s voter identification requirements and Hanover’s petition for exemption from the pre-clearance requirements of the Voting Rights Act. Information will be presented about the proposal of the Board of Supervisors to cooperate with the Department of

Justice in filing a petition to exempt the County from the preclearance provisions of the Voting Rights Act. Currently, the county is required to obtain prior Department of Justice review of every change in voting practices, including all adjustments in boundary lines for precincts and changes in polling places. The county must demonstrate to the department and to the federal district court that it qualifies for the exemption from that process. The registrar and county attorney will present information on this topic and answer

questions from any interested parties. The registrar also will present information about changes in Virginia’s election laws effective this year, especially the changes in voter identification requirements, and about the roles and responsibilities of election officers and poll watchers. For more information about this meeting, call the county administrator’s office at 804365-6005 or the office of the general registrar and Electoral Board at 804-365-6081. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

‘Raise the Roof’ concert to benefit HAAC repair fund The Hanover Concert Band will offer a “Raise on Sunday, Sept. 9, on the center’s lawn at 500 S. the Roof ” concert to benefit the Hanover Arts Center St. in Ashland. Tickets are $5 at the door. and Activities Center’s roof repair fund at 6 p.m. For more information, call 804-798-2728.

SUNDAY

SEPTEMBER 9 3PM-5:30PM

Mechanicsville

Kings Charter

Laburnum

Immediate scheduling available. We participate with most health insurance carriers.

MUSIC PROVIDED BY PAVLOV’S DOG, AMY LADD & FRIENDS, AND MORE

CORNER OF SHADY GROVE AND MEADOWBRIDGE ROAD 24

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES ASSEMBLY OF GOD

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Mechanicsville Christian Center: Sundays 9am & 11am; Small Groups throughout the week; Students - Sun. & Thurs. nights. 8061 Shady Grove Rd. (804)746-4303 www.mccag.org

Hanover Baptist Church ( 3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall). Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club. Family oriented & God-centered. Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior. 798-7190 www.hbcva.org

Solid Rock Ministries, 8166 Ladiestown Road Sunday Morning Contemporary Worship- 10:30am "Come As You Are!" Child care provided. 779-7904, Dr. Michael R. Howard, Pastor

The Bridge – We want to build a Bridge to Christ, to spiritual maturity, and of hope to the world. Our vision is to be “less church, more fulfilling.” No matter where you are or what season of life you’re in, be our guest on Sunday mornings at 10:30. We are located at 8026 Walnut Grove Road, 442-6565. Please check us out online at thebridge2hope.org

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST Trinity Christian Church 8469 Atlee Road, 746-4838 Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Nursery Provided Dr. Rick Harrison, Pastor Helen Simpson, LCSW, Associate Pastor Donna Lewis, Director of Music www.trinitychristianchurch.com

EPISCOPAL ALL SOULS CHURCH Worshipping at 9:30am, Sundays at Messiah Lutheran Church, 8454 Atlee Road, The Rev. Amelie Allen Wilmer, Vicar, 804559-9302, www.allsoulsepiscopalva@gmail.com

All Souls Episcopal Church Worshiping at Messiah Lutheran, 8154 Atlee Rd, 9:30am Holy Eucharist • 10:45am Christian Ed Nursery Provided • 804-559-9302 Wednesday Evening Bible Study, 7pm The Rev. Amelie Allen Wilmer, Vicar Email: allsoulsepiscopalva@gmail.com Visit our website: www.allsoulsva.com Immanuel Episcopal Welcomes You! 779-3454 3263 Old Church Rd. Summer Schedule: Sun 10 am Holy Eucharist. Nursery 10-11. Refreshments after 10am service. immanueloc.org St. Paul’s Episcopal Church , Rte 301 & 54, Hanover Courthouse, VA 23069, Summer Schedule: Sunday Service will be at 8am & 10:00am with coffee hour after both services. A nursery is available for infants & toddlers at the 10:00am service. Rev. Jack Sutor 537-5516. stpaulshanover.org

The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered, Biblically Focused 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 10:00 am Holy Eucharist Nursery provided @ 10:00 am www.creatorfamily.net email: creatorcontact@comcast.net

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

Email us at news@mechlocal.com

LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295. "The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter. Find out more on our web: landmarkbaptistrichmond.org Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170

COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11am, Contemporary 9:30am, Bible School ay 8:15, 9:30am & 11am. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Mike Langley, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Mike Campbell, Youth Minister; Rose Williams, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org Gethsemane Church of Christ 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike Sunday Worship 8:30 & 11:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM 804-779-2044 Bill Wines, Senior Minister www.gethsemanechristian.org Pole Green Church of Christ 8319 Lee Davis Rd. 746-3376, 9am Sunday School; 10am Morning Worship; 7pm Wednesday Bible Study 746-3376 Senior Minister, E. L. Jones www.pgchurchofchrist.com

LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 www.mlcas.org Sunday Service- 8:00 am & 11am, Sun. School 9:30. Preschool for 3 -5 yr olds. Child Care 7am-6pm St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor; Sunday School 9:15am, Worship Service 10:30am, Nursery Available.

NAZARENE Hanover Church of the Nazarene 8391 Atlee Rd, (hanoverlife.com) Atlee Christian Academy -- PK-5th grade atleechristianacademy.com (746-3900)

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

PRESBYTERIAN

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

GINTER PARK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3601 Seminary Ave., Richmond. Many Hanover members. Thoughtful, joyful, diverse. 8 minutes south of I-295. GinterParkPC.org. 804-359-5049

Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev.Tim Madison Sunday Schedule: 8:30am Contemporary Worship, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Traditional Worship

MECHANICSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN Atlee & Signal Hill Rd. Nancy Clark, Interim Pastor 746-5496 www.mechpres.org Summer Worship: 9 am Contemporary ~ 10 am Traditional

New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am. Bible Study/Youth activities; 6:00 pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org

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

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

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church , 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday School, 9am; Worship 10:15am (Nursery prov.); Wed. night prayer service 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Children in Action, Preschool to 5th grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Youth Pastor, Reverend Craig Secor. Church 781-0330. www.blackcreek.org Broadus Memorial Baptist Church , 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship, Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 broaduschurch.org Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.cool spring.org or call 746-0800 FCC - Fellowship Community Church Teaching the Word of God and watching for the miraculous. Hanover High School 9:45am www.fellowshipcc.com Grace United Family Church

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 Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Rev. Mark Miller Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth Alyx Christian, Minster to Children 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; 746-4719 Rev. Dr. Jeff Harlow, Pastor Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) Sunday Afternoon Faith Exploration, for all ages 4:30-5:30pm www.enonumc.org enonchurch@verizon.net 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 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

“Where Grace Unites Us” 8700 Bell Creek Road Mechanicsville 23116 Sunday Worship 10:30 AM Get connected in one of our small groups; “Communities of Hope” to begin soon. Contact: 335-6728 /graceunitedfc@gmail.com “Come as you are” -- See you Sunday! Glenn Hawkins, Pastor

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

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

Sheriﬀ ’s message as schools open: ‘Lead the Way’ (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Col. David R. Hines, sheriff of Hanover County. With a Sept. 4, 2012, date, he addressed his letter, titled, “Lead the Way,” to parents and students.) As the sheriff of Hanover County, it is my honor to write to you at the start of this 2012-2013 school year. You can be assured that the safety of our students remains the chief concern HINES of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, and we will continue to provide the best law enforcement services nec-

essary. As students you are our future leaders. Embrace this mantle, understanding that leaders have one thing in common: a passion for the promises of life and the ability to move forward with that passion. Becoming a leader isn’t easy but learning to lead is a lot easier than most of us think, as the capacity for leadership can be found within each of us. It is this capacity I challenge you to strive for not only as students but wherever life leads you. As a leader be a good role model.

USDA helps protect nation’s natural resources By Ken Upshaw County executive director Depletion of our natural resources is one of the most significant problems facing America today. The United States Department of Agriculture is dedicated to preserving the environment. Therefore, USDA offers a variety of programs to aid agricultural producers and landowners in conservation resources on their farms. A new initiative, the Highly Erodible Land Initiative (HELI), is available for a limited time. The initiative encourages landowners and operators to offer sensitive cropland for enrollment in certain conservation practices that will reduce soil erosion, restore wildlife habitat, improve water quality and provide other environmental benefits.

Sign-up for the Conservation Reserve Program is underway until Sept. 30 at the Hanover / Caroline County FSA office. CRP provides cost-share and annual rental payments to participants who install conservation practices on their farms to protect environmentally sensitive land. HELI provides a consistent and reliable income source for participants throughout the life of the 10-year contract. Visit your local Farm Service Agency office for more information and to enroll in this program. The Farm Service Agency, in cooperation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, wants to work with you to find a practice ideal for your operation. You can contact the office at 804 537-5225, ext. 2 or 3. However, a visit will be necessary to review field

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

True role models are those who possess the qualities that we would like to have and affect us in such a way that drives us to achieve the impossible. A good role model will inspire others to strive for and achieve their goals. A good role model will set the example. Lead by example with your friends and others. A friend cares about your well being and will not put you into situations that may be harmful. Remember to keep in mind the tools and strategies you have been taught to deal with negative peer pressure. Please drive responsibly. Al-ways

remember to buckle up, drive the speed limit, and pay attention to the road and not to your passenger. Avoid using electronic devices which can distract you while driving. Know the rules of the road and obey all traffic laws. You will then lead by example and influence those who trust you with their safety when you are behind the wheel. As you know, underage drinking, use of illegal drugs, or the misuse of prescription drugs often results in catastrophic consequences. Lives and

futures can be instantly changed by making poor choices. Lead the way by making the right choices and not taking part in these behaviors. As the men and women of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, we promise to continue to work hard to keep your school drug and alcohol free so that you can reach your greatest potential in a safe learning environment. May you have an outstanding year and continue to strive to be the best while leading the way and making sensible choices. It is my pleasure to serve all of you and be a part of our great Hanover community.

Vitamin Shoppe bringing 174 new jobs Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com On Friday, Aug. 31, Gov. Bob McDonnell announced that The Vitamin Shoppe Inc. (NYSE: VSI), a leading specialty retailer and direct marketer of nutritional products, will establish a distribution operation in the Town of Ashland in Hanover County. The company will create 174 new jobs. The total project, including jobs, capital and indirect investments will be a commitment of $39.4 million. The Vitamin Shoppe will lease the building from Johnson Development, who will undertake the construction. Virginia successfully competed against North Carolina for the project. McDonnell said, “The Vitamin Shoppe continues to expand its storefronts across the U.S., and Virginia provides the perfect mid-Atlantic market reach to serve the company’s growing customer base. The Town of Ashland in Hanover County offers the right location with visibility to Interstate 95 and a low business cost, factors that lead The Vitamin Shoppe to make a significant commitment in its first distribution operation in the Commonwealth. We warmly welcome our newest corporate partner and remain ready to do what we can to facilitate your success.”

“Not only will The Vitamin Shoppe create 174 new jobs, this operation will also help diversify the workforce base in Hanover County,” said Jim Cheng, Virginia Secretary of Commerce and Trade. “This project is a great win for the Commonwealth and I am confident in the success of the company’s new distribution center.” The Vitamin Shoppe is a leading specialty retailer and direct marketer of nutritional products based in North Bergen, N.J. The company sells vitamins, minerals, nutritional supplements, herbs, sports nutrition formulas, homeopathic remedies, green living products, and health and beauty aids to customers located primarily in the United States. The company carries national brand products as well as exclusive products under The Vitamin Shoppe, BodyTech and True Athlete proprietary brands. The Vitamin Shoppe conducts business through more than 550 company-owned retail stores, national mail order catalogs, and website, www.VitaminShoppe.com. Customers can follow The Vitamin Shoppe on Facebook at http://www. facebook.com/THEVITAMINSHOPPE and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/#!/ VitaminShoppe. “The Vitamin Shoppe is extremely

pleased to partner with the state of Virginia to bring our new distribution center to this area,” said Richard Tannenbaum, senior vice president of Supply Chain for The Vitamin Shoppe. “At The Vitamin Shoppe we are dedicated to helping people and families reach their health goals. We are excited to bring The Vitamin Shoppe’s enthusiasm about health and wellness to Ashland and Hanover County.” The Virginia Economic Development Partnership worked with Hanover County, the Town of Ashland, and the Greater Richmond Partnership to secure the project for Virginia. McDonnell approved a $200,000 grant from the Governor’s Opportunity Fund to assist Hanover County with the project. Through its Virginia Jobs Investment Program, the Virginia Department of Business Assistance will provide funding and services to support the company’s recruitment, training and retraining activities. “We are very pleased and honored to welcome The Vitamin Shoppe to Hanover County,” said Ed Via, chairman of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. “We look forward to the incredibly positive impact The Vitamin Shoppe will have on our community and are committed to a long term partnership to support them as they grow their business in Hanover.”

CLASSIFIEDS Homes for Sale HANOVER CO.: AREA 44 For Sale By Owner 3 BR 1 BA ranch w/ siding. 1,040 sq ft. 2 car detached garage on 3 acres in Hanover High District. New heat pump, roof, plumbing, hot water heater. Brick FP w/gas logs. 12 X 24 screened porch. Half open, half wooded lot. Zoned AR 3. Asking assessment $166,000. Call 359-0439

CHILD CARE

Mechanicsville Now Leasing 2-bdrm/1-ba. spacious apts. Starting at $730/mo. incl. water, sewer & trash. Additional discount for seniors. Call 746-5525 for details

Loving Mother of two in Battlefield Green has child care openings for infant - afterschool. Full Time and Part Time. Pole Green bus line. Tax deductable. Call Janet, 728-8469

Windmill Way, 2-bedrooms, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher in the island, balcony or patio. From $785 to $845. www.windmill-way.com Open 7-Days a week by Appointment Call 804-340-2828

WATERFRONT Recently Reduced Waterfront Property on Rappahannock River. 1440 sq. ft. 2-bedroom, 2bath with 200 ft river frontage. 3-levels with front & rear decks. 100ft. pier with additional deck. SeaDoo Lift, 2-sheds, covered concrete patio area. $299,950. Call CB Southward, Hometown Realty 804-514-6000. WATERFRONT Chesapeake Bay-Affordable building lots with private access to sandy beach on the Bay. Located near the quaint fishing village of Reedville. Build your beach home or just enjoy weekends on the community beach with your family. Lots starting at $16,000. Community water and sewer available. Virginia Waterfront Inc. Burgess, Va. Ray Lewter Owner/Agent 804-357-2800 or 804-559-6627

Residential for Rent ∫ APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED Gethsemane Court Apt. 2-Bedrooms, 1-bath. 2-story with range, refrigerator, HVAC & washer/dryer hook up. $725/month. Available September 1st! Section 8 approved. Call Dennis 746-8630 or 513-0717. King William - Colonial Square 2-bdrm, eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer, excellent location. From $715/mo. Call 804-769-0867, www.colonial-squareapartments.com LakeRidge Square Apartments , Voted Hanover’s Best for 2011! "Superior" Resident Satisfaction Award! "Go With The Best!" Spacious 2BR/2BA Apartment Homes. Washer/Dryer /Alarm and all Appliances included. Prices from $880! www.lakeridgesquare.com 866-610-1221 804-550-3566 Fax 2 miles from VCC Mall and all conveniences!

Great 3 BR 2.5 Bath - in Fox Head/Hanover High area. Large eat-in kitchen and separate dining room. Hardwood floors. $1600 per month. No smoking. Call John D’Amore at 804-839-3605, Napier Realty. Mechanicsville - Nice 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with garage. 3 private wooded acres. Updated with Hardwood/Tile throughout, new baths, paint & fixtures. No Smoking/Pets. $1200/mo. Call 513-2402

WANTED RESIDENTIAL ALL CASH for your house immediately.... Call Larry Powers with ERA Woody Hogg and Assoc at 804-740-9120

Business & Service Directory AC & HEATING 100% WOOD HEAT, no worries. Keep your family safe and warm with an OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Ellis Contracting 804-366-9536.

ADULT CARE ADULT PRIVATE CARE. 6 to 24 hours in your home. 20+ yrs exp. Refs on request . 804-397-3602 ALL NURSES CARE, INC. SENIOR IN-HOME CARE We’re dedicated to our seniors in the community and the chronically disabled who aren’t ready to leave their home. Licensed, Bonded & Insured. BBB. Free In-Home Assessment. 20% off the first week of services. We accept Medicaid LTC & Private Pay. 559-0322 Companion/Aid will care for your elderly loved one in your home - Available part time, days. 35 years experience & references available. Call 804908-3738.

CHILD CARE After school care in my home. Snacks and homework help provided. BPES bus line. For more info, please call 779-0818. FT/PT openings in a Great, Learning & Loving Day Care. 25 yrs exp. Call 909-2333.

(804) 746-1235 ext. 3

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

APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED

HOUSES UNFURNISHED

Homes for Sale

PLACE YOUR AD TODAY

Mechanicsville area -experienced mom has opening for infants to preschool. Call 347-1249. CLEANING & HOUSEKEEPING

Call Kelly Cleans 938-5181

We Specialize in Church Cleanings Residential and Commercial T-N-T Cleaning Inc. offers regular & Spring cleaning for res/comm. & new construction. Bonded. Ins. Call 746-8805

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Merchandise FIREWOOD & FUEL Firewood - Oak & Hickory. Small & Large Load Delivered. 804-746-1281

FURNITURE & HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Furniture for sale, 804-296-9552 - Computer Armoire, $400 OBO. The 2-piece armoire is on rollers & has a keyboard tray, tray for desk use, area for printer & tower, and has a built-in safe, shelves & drawers for storage. 4’ W x 7’ H x 2’D; Entertainment Center, $400 OBO. TV side is 43" W x 59"H x 24"D has disappearing wooden doors & 2 lg drawers. Component side is 23"W x 59"H x 24"D, has a glass door, 7 separate shelves.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Hi, I’m LaClaire Sanders with Sanders Concierge! I offer weekend errand services to residents of Henrico and surrounding counties. Please call for more information 982-6447 or email us at sandersconcierge@yahoo.com

Announcements AUCTION SALES PUBLIC AUCTION - Atlee Station Self Stg., 9285 Cool Spring Rd., Mechanicsville, VA, 746-7867. The following will be sold at public auction @ 10:30 a.m., Sept. 8, 2012 for non-payment of rent. B079, S. Zaidi; D240, D. Warren. Misc. personal property. Cash Only, We reserve the right to reject all bids.

YARD & ESTATE SALES 23228 - Yard Sale, Sat. 8-1. BENEFITS ANIMALS. MOOSE LODGE, 1207 HILLIARD RD. GARAGE SALE - Friday & Saturday, September 7th & 8th, 8am-1pm (both days). 6301 Bonniefield Court, 23111 off Cold Harbor Road. Tools, Toys, Clothing & Much More! MOSTLY NEW!!! MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM 9108 HUDNALLS ROAD CRANEY ISLAND FARMS Yard / Moving Sale Sept. 8th, Sat. 8 - 2 pm 7048 & 7063 Brooks Hollow Parkway Brooks Hollow Sub. Pole Green / Lee Davis Rd Housewares, collectibles, furniture, wall pictures, home decor, clothes - men’s, plus women, teen/child all sizes, much more. Rain Date Saturday 9/22

Bed - New Mattress Set in Plastic w/ warr. Full $99, Queen $109, King $189. Delivery/Lay -A-Way. Call 804-218-0680. 2009 20ft Trailer, Copper River Fabricators, 2/13 Inspection, 14,000GW. $3,500 Cash or Certified Check; 2007 John Deere 3320 Tractor, 110 hrs 32 1/2hp, W.R. Long 4 in 1 bucket. $18,000 Cash or Certified Check. Call 804-640-5010

Generac 5500 generator with cord. Like new $450. 26" boys bicycle $75. Turbo kerosene heater $55. Truck toolbox - fits 8’ bed. $85. Call 436-4712 or 436-4729 for more information Queen Size Tempurpedic Ergo Adjustable Box Spring with remote control & leg extensions. Mattress Not Included! Brand New. Excellent Condition. $500. OBO. Call 804-672-8082

Pets & Animals DOGS STANDARD POODLE - 3 year old male, black in color. Registered. Not neutered, asking $100. Call 804-253-3909. Must meet qualifications.

Farmers’ Markets HORSES & CATTLE HORSE TRAINING & Equine Dentistry- (804)305-7782. Training for most breeds & disciplines. Reg. Paints for sale -(804)457-3858 . See www.painteddreamsranch.net

ADVERTISE Advertise with The Mechanicsville Local Call 746-1235 to ﬁnd out about upcoming opportunities to advertise with The Local in print and online!

Email us at news@mechlocal.com or sports@mechlocal.com

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS

Recreation CAMPERS & TRAVEL TRAILERS 2008 Jayco Jay Feather 30U, excellent condition, giant slide with sofa and dinette area, bedroom with queen size bed, double bunks, lots of countertop space and storage areas, AC/heat, elec awning, lots of extras. $15,000. 804-357-5918

Recruitment SKILLED LABOR General Contractor is seeking Full Time HelpersMust have experience in carpentry and siding work. Submit your resume to rdbcontractinginc@ yahoo.com

Drivers: Great flatbed opportunity. Great wages & Benefits. GUARANTEED HOME EVERY WEEKEND! Offering tuition reimbursement. New trucks soon! 877-611-9716

HEALTHCARE Chiropractic office seeks energetic and health conscious assistant with desire to help & educate other regarding health and wellness. Assist with exams, exercise programs and marketing. Experience a plus but will train the right candidate. 32 hrs/wk. M, W and TH 8:15am - 6:15, T 7:15am10:15 $10 – 12/hr. Email a brief paragraph to 2chirodocs@comcast.net about why you would be an asset to our business. Please copy your resume in the body of your email & not as an attachment.

Hanover Health & Rehabilitation Center

TECHNOLOGY

Looking for a new and fun place to work?

Sr. Programmer Analysts sought by Progressive Software Solutions, Inc., Glen Allen, VA. Exp’d w/ in a Manufacturing Execution System environment. 30% US/Int’l travel. Resume w/ subject line "Sr. MES PA" to recruiting@ASECO.net

We are looking for people who love what they do for the following positions:

INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE

Electrical Helpers Good Driving Record & Own Transportation. Call 746-3122 HVAC HELPER Helper needed for heating and air conditioning company. Experience a plus but not required. Clean driving record required. Good opportunity to learn a trade. Health, Dental & Life Insurance. 401K with match. Apply at Comfort Systems, Inc. 11081 Air Park Rd., Ashland, Va. 804-752-7087.

TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS

Must have a Class A CDL & 1 year experience. We have a lease purchase program with down payment assistance.

Mini Warehouse Assistant/Handyman with CDL & basic computer knowledge. Please send resume to: Applicant, P.O. Box 1134, Mechanicsville, VA. 23111 Part-Time Counter Clerk for cleaners Must have own transportation. Call 550-2991

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

DELIVER TO: Postal Patron Mechanicsville, VA 23111

PRSRT. STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Mechanicsville, VA Permit No.141

Vol. 27, No. 15 | Richmond Suburban Newspapers | August 11, 2010

STOPS AT EVERY HOME IN TOWN

Need for help grows

Cheering on Atlee

Social Services oﬃcers discuss beneﬁts, demand in demand for the agency’s services. Lynn H. Saunders and David With a mission to help those who are least able to help them- W. Fuller moved into their new selves, the newly-elected chair positions on July 27. Both are and vice chair of the Hanover now in their seventh year on CountySocialServicesAdvisory the board. Saunders represents the Board talked about the increase

By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com

Cold Harbor District while Fuller is from Mechanicsville. Four-year terms are appointed by the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. Saunders, in the role of chair, said she sees firstsee NEED, pg. 25 `

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

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

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

School district again expects full accreditation For the ninth consecutive year, Hanover County Public Schools will again receive 100 percent full accreditation. According to Dale S. Theakston, communications specialist, the accreditation is determined based on the 200910 Standards of Learning assessments. Preliminary information from the Virginia Department of Education indicates the accreditation status. Final accreditation reports are expected on Sept. 15.

County receives VACo honor Hanover County has been recognized by the Virginia Association of Counties as the recipient of the 2010 Achievement Award for the Dominion Resources Greentech Incubator. The county was honored for its model local government program in the category of Community/Economic

Development. VACo received 60 entries for the statewide contest. Former Hanover County assistant administrator Marilyn Blake joined Lane Ramsey, former Chesterfield County administrator, and Tedd Povar, associate director of the Virginia Institute of Government, in judging this see HONOR, pg. 4 `

...Online every day!

www.chewningandwilmer.com

YOU READ THIS. So will thousands of others. Call

746-1235 to place your ad here!

New York Life Insurance Company District Agent’s office located in Mechanicsville is looking for an extraordinary individual to serve in the role of Executive Assistant. We desire an individual with strong administrative experience and successful sales or marketing background. College education preferred. Serious inquiries should forward their resume with references to Office Manager, Phyllis Martin at pmartin0a@ft.newyorklife.com EOE M/F/D/V

Published Wednesdays...

see TEEN, pg. 14 `

Chewning & Wilmer, Inc. offers competitive salary, health insurance, company car and 401k plan. If you meet these requirements and would like to seize this opportunity, send your resume to info@ chewningandwilmer.com or fax to 804-565-3989.

Veterinary Technician Full-time and/or Part-time tech needed for busy clinic and weekend emergency service in Mechanicsville. Must be flexible with scheduled, includes weekends. Experience is required. Fax resume to 804-746-7805 or call 730-2565.

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

∂ Dedicated Runs ∂ Year ’round, Recession-Proof ∂ Roundtrip Miles Paid ∂ 100% Fuel Surcharge to the Driver ∂ Industry Leading Pay

DriveForGreatwide.com

To apply, please visit our website www.lifeworksrehab.com

Full Time Green Energy Salesperson Chewning & Wilmer, Inc. has an opportunity for a qualified individual. Duties include but not limited to: ∂ Generate green energy sales leads to commercial customers; ∂ Promote C&W to new customer base via website & social media; ∂ Coordinate project plans with our project managers Requirements: ∂ Sales/Marketing Experience or a degree in Sales/Marketing; ∂ Proficient in the following: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; ∂ have a valid Virginia driver’s license; ∂ provide a current DMV driving record with application; ∂ pass initial, random & annual drug testing; ∂ be reliable, punctual and self-motivated; ∂ have a great attitude and strong work ethic

LEGAL DISPLAY ADS

OWNER OPERATOR

Call Today! 866-817-8777

Housekeeping Director Discharge Planning Assistant RN Staff Development Coordinator Occupational Therapist/COTA LPNs - CNAs

SALES

www.mechlocal.com facebook.com/mechlocal LEGAL DISPLAY ADS

HANOVER COUNTY 2012 REAL ESTATE TAX NOTICE SECOND HALF Due October 5, 2012 Notice is herewith given that all second half 2012 Hanover County real estate taxes are due and payable on or before October 5, 2012. Anyone owning property who has not received a bill and whose real estate taxes are not processed by their Mortgage Company may go on-line to www.hanovercounty.org/default.htm to pay, review, and/or print their bill(s), or may call the Hanover County Treasurer’s office at 365-6050 or 730-6050. Failure to receive a bill does not relieve the owner of penalty and interest if payment is not made by the due date. Tax bills are sent to owners of record on January 1, 2012; therefore, if property was conveyed by you in 2012, you should forward the bill to the new owner. If you purchased a parcel during 2012, contact the Treasurer’s office to have a copy of the tax bill forwarded to you. If you are 65 years old or over, or are permanently disabled, you may qualify for real estate Tax Relief. There are very specific criteria which must be met, including residing on the property for which you are applying. You must apply for tax relief each year between January 1 and March 1 with the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office. For questions, phone 365-6128 or 730-6128. M. Scott Miller, Treasurer Hanover County

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

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

CONCRETE/BRICK D & P Concrete Patios, Sidewalks, Driveways, Garages, Agerate & Footings. Call 572-4510 or 221-2342

DRIVEWAYS 10% off with this ad - DRIVEWAY SEAL COATING Hand Applied - Commercial Grade Call Seal This! LLC 248-1654 www.richmondsealing.com

ELECTRICAL Affordable Generator Installations Sales, Service, and Repairs Free Estimates Call 746-4350 www.mallory-electric.com Always Call Brent Electric Master Electrician 30 yrs. exp. Lifetime Mech Res. Free Est. Lic/Ins. 804-833-5184 CRH Electric - Licensed Master Electrician Affordable rates. Service change, additions, receptical replacement, all trouble shooting. www.crh-electric.com or Call 439-3470 BBB Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044 Electrical Services and Back Up Generators Licensed & Insured. Lic #VA 2705101311 804-356-5068

EXCAVATING A SUPERIOR LANDSCAPE Commercial and Residential Excavation Clearing & Site Work, Road & Driveway Construction & Repair, All Size Ponds, Grading, Shore Line Repairs & Erosion Control. Lic. Fully Ins. 746-2605

FENCING Farm-Home-Business FREE ESTIMATES 804-994-4108, Fencing Unlimited, Inc. Licensed-Bonded-Insured *SUPERIOR FENCE CO* for the BEST VALUE on a Quality Wood Fence. Call 559-2211 Repairs & Improvements of All Sizes Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Winters Fencing 627-2935 Best Prices! Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Advertise with The Mechanicsville Local Call 746-1235 for more details!

FLOORS Flooring Installation - Hardwood, Laminate, Refinishing. Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Call William, 804-640-1153 Better Business Bureau Accredited Hardwood, Laminate & Tile Flooring – Floor Refinishing, Rejuvenation & DUST FREE options More than 15 years of experience - Lic. & Insured Call Derrick 804-928-6564 or 804-426-5989

GARAGES/GARAGE DOORS

Mechanicsville Garage Door

HEATING/AC

LAWN CARE

Heating & Air Conditioning -Repairs & Installation Licensed & Insured. Lic #VA 2705101311 10% Discount on New Installations 804-356-5068

A SUPERIOR LANDSCAPE Commercial and Residential Landscaping Including design installation & maintenance, 12-month contracts, irrigation installation & maintenance, hardscapes, driveway stone, drainage issues, outdoor lighting, mulch delivery & leaf removal services with curbside pickup. Licensed and insured. (804)746-2605

HOME REPAIRS Stanley Home Improvement Repairs inside & outside your home. No job too small. 20 years experience. Licensed & Insured Ken 262-8845 or 840-0464 Drywall Repairs- Small jobs welcome. Clean & Dependable. Licensed & Insured 30 years experience. Dean~ 803-8417

BRUCE’S Affordable Lawn Care Cell 658-6606

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

KJLC Landscape Management Commercial & Residential Landscape Grading, Pavers, Sidewalk, Patios & Retaining Walls, Drainage, Weed Control, Fertilization, Aeration, Seeding, Pruning, Mulch. Call 746-0827, ext. 2.

Garages, Additions, Remodeling, Repairs & Homes DUKE CONSTRUCTION, INC. Call 804-556-6992 www.dukeconstructioninc.net

Seward’s Home Repairs Residential & Rental Property Painting & Repairs. No Job too small! Licensed/Insured. Call for all your handyman needs, Larry 402-6548.

LAWN CARE PLUS Complete Lawn Care & Storm Damage Cleanup Affordable Lawn Maintenance & Weed Control. Fully Lic/Ins. Certified. Free estimates. 730-2367

Locklear Construction - Renovations, Additions, Siding, Decks, All Types of Repairs everything from replacing windows, doors, siding to rot repair and Storm Damage Repair. No job too small or too large. Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Member BBB. Call 730-0589 or 382-7570

HOUSEWASHING

Sales & Service. Licensed & Insured. 254-0398

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Purcell Construction Call Hunter Purcell 972-2215 www.PurcellConstruction.Biz Home Repairs ∂ Additions ∂ Barns Siding & Windows ∂ Roofing Decks ∂ Porches ∂ Historical Renovations ∂ Insurance Claims Welcome Free Est. ∂ Lic/Insured ∂ Res. & Comm. ∂ BBB

GUTTERS ALL ABOUT GUTTERS ∂ Family Owned & Operated Cleaning ∂ Repair ∂ Guards ∂ Installation Free Estimates ∂ Lic/Ins. ∂ aagrichmond.com Gutter Cleaning Special $79*. Call Today 248-6759

HANDYMAN Virginia Repair Services Any of your Home Repair Needs siding, sheetrock, plumbing, decks, roofing, etc. Free estimates. Call Brandon @804-477-4258

HAULING BERBERICH HAULING Serving Mechanicsville Since 1988 Trees, Bushes, Junk 779-3118 or 334-0919 R.C.’s Disposal Hauling, recycling of metal/cardboard, small demo; licensed and insured 804-572-8690

HEATING/AC BELL CREEK Heating- Cooling Service & Preventative Maintenance. 31 yrs exp. Lic. BBB 559-1045. FRESH AIR Heating, Cooling, & Indoor Air Quality - Call for Service or Replacement Estimates www.freshairva.com 804.730.1999

Mulch - 746-1281 Bark Mulch Shredded & Colored Mulch. Small/Large Loads Delivered.

Affordable Powerwash Houses, Roofs, Decks, Lic & Ins. 550-2345 Serving Mechanicsville for over 15 years Hanover Handy Services - P o w e r w a s h i n g Houses, Decks, Gutter Cleaning Licensed & Insured. Call 363-8393 JAY-M’S POWER WASHING Houses, Decks, Driveways Free Estimates - Licensed & Insured 730-4969 / 363-6988 Lee-Davis Powerwashing Homes, Decks, etc. Free Estimates. Licensed/Insurance Call Keith Lowry 690-9387 Mark W Johnson Powerwashing Cleaning of all surfaces: houses, decks, driveways /sealing, etc. Gutter Cleaning & Covers. Lic/Ins. Free Est. 16 years experience. Call 683-9866 Mobile Perfection Auto Detailing & Powerwashing. Locally Owned & operated for 10 Years! Lic/Ins. Autos, Houses, Decks & Much More! Comm/Res. 804-539-9682. www.mpadrichmond.com Perdue’s Power Washing Est. 1995 Res/Comm. House, decks, sealing, gutter cleaning, fences, cement, roofs. Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates Senior Discount! Call Ernie Perdue, 328-1668

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-Call for all your Lawn Care needs. Mulching, Leaf Removal & more. Insured. Free Est. L & J Landscaping & Tree Service, LLC. Call 229-2694 A-Plus Lawn Care - Friendly & Professional. Grass Cutting-most yards $45. Other services offered. Mechanicsville & Richmond Resident 40+ yrs. Lic. & Ins. Call for a free estimate, 833-4539

Sandy Valley Lawn Care - Insured Yard Clean Up Mowing, Pruning, Trimming 779-7046

PAINTING Affordable House Painting & Repairs Int. & Ext. Painting, Staining, Power Washing, Textured Ceilings, Sheetrock & Wall Papering Lic. & Ins. - Kevin Taylor, 241-5016

ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential. Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531

DAVE’S PAINTING COMPANY CALL 730-4263! GENERAL CONTRACTORS

WINDMILL BUILDING CORP. COM CORP. We built our first home in 1986

Deck Sidins Free Kitchg Estimates Gara ens Estimates ges Total Renovations

ows Wind fing Roo ons i Addit ths Ba

Handicap Conversions

Custom Home Builder — Your lot or ours! References Available! Licensed & Insured! Create your own project wish list on our website! Fill out a work request & we will contact you for your FREE estimate.

2614892-01

CARPENTRY

or Call 804-640-5144

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS PAINTING

TREE SERVICE

PLUMBING SEPTIC TANK PUMPING - 730-7867

E.J. HornungExcellent References. Interior & Exterior. Great Rates. 746-5613

A SUPERIOR LANDSCAPE COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL TREE REMOVAL SERVICES Pruning, Stump Grinding, Emergency Services and Grapple Trucks available. Certified Arborists, Free estimates, licensed and insured. 804-746-2605

Guy Stinchfield Painting & Repair Int./Ext. Painting, Carpentry, Drywall Repair, Pressure Washing, Wallpaper Removal Lic/Ins. 20 yrs exp. Refer . Free Est. 804-439-7700

Painting By George Interior & Exterior Reasonable Rates. Call 550-3260

ROOFING

Painting, Powerwashing & Carpentry Repairs. Interior & Exterior. Major credit cards accepted. Call Diane’s Painting 651-6134 or call Kathy 804- 437-0612. www.dianespainting.com

A W Austin/ Q R & R Vinyl Siding, Thermal Windows, Seamless Alum. gutters, Roofing & Painting, 5 yr. warr. Free Est. Class A #2705042498A. Insured. Call 226-9293.

Ernie’s Tree Service - Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding. Free Est. 75ft. Bucket Truck. BBB. 730-6563 or 833-9663 Pay it Forward Tree Service - Full Service, Log Split & Storm Damage. Pay what your budget will allow. Minimum climb price. Line Clearance Certified. 18 yrs. exp. Insured. Call or Text Troy 804-387-3434

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

PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352 R & R Painting - Interior & Exterior. 25 years experence. Licenced & Insured. Free Estimates. Call Charles at 908-0847 or 247-5847

PLUMBING Browning Plumbing Services, Inc. Home & Commercial Plumbing Repairs Backflow Testing and Repairs Serving Mechanicsville & Surrounding Areas Reasonable Rates. Call 559-4766

R. Miller, Inc. - 75’ Bucket Truck, Removal, Trimming, Stumps. BBB. Free Quotes. Insured. 730-6563. Now operated by Ernie’s Tree Service

This is YOUR Community. This is YOUR Newspaper.

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

TREE SERVICE

Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, etc. No Job too BIG or small. Lic/Ins. Free Estimates.

1 Call For All Your Tree Needs L & J Tree Service, LLC. Stump Removal, 24 hr. Emergency Service Free Est. Fully Ins. Call 229-2694

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.

Place your ad here and it will be delivered to over 25,000 households. Call 746-1235 or email sales@mechlocal.com for advertising information.

ADAM S. MEDEK MEDEK TREE SERVICE, INC. Resid. & Comm. 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

Trimming ∂ Topping ∂ Removal ∂ Storm Damage Stump Removal ∂ Landscaping ∂ Snow Removal Fully Insured ∂ BBB ∂ Credit Cards Accepted! Call 539-4858

A People’s Tree Service- Professional work at a reasonable rate. Ins. Free Est. Mulch. Call 730-2163 1% DONATED TO ST. JUDES CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

Trimming, Topping, Tree & Stump Removal, Firewood. Lic. & Ins. / Res. & Comm. 804-937-3671 William A. Silva Jr., Owner/Operator

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.

Wallpaper Hanging & Removal. References. Reliable. Call Jane Watkins 746-9025

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012

For the latest in... Community News, Business News, Sports, Engagements and Weddings, Birth Announcements, Student News, Letters to the Editor, Calendar, Obituaries, and Classified Advertising read the only weekly newspaper that reaches over 30,000 homes in Hanover County... The Mechanicsville Local!

WALLPAPERING

Place your ad here and it will be delivered to over 25,000 households. Call 746-1235 or email sales@mechlocal.com for advertising information.

Community News In Focus

(804) 746-1235 | Toll Free (877) 888-0449 Fax (804) 730-0476 P.O. Box 1118, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 News: news@mechlocal.com Advertising: sales@mechlocal.com Classifieds: classifieds@mechlocal.com

WEDNESDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

5:30

COMCAST 4

(ESPN)

(CSN)

8 9

6 PM

6:30

7 PM

7:30

8 PM

8:30

9 PM

9:30

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

NFL Live (N) Å

Around

Interruption SportsCenter (N) Å

NFL Kickoff E:60 (N)

World/Poker

Baseball Tonight (N)

SportsCenter (N) Å

SportCtr

World Poker Tour

Game Plan

Redskins

SportsNet

College Football: Georgia Tech at Virginia Tech.

10 for 80: Redskins

SportsNet

Redskins

Game Plan

SportsNet

(8-ABC)

Dr. Phil (N) ’ Å

8 News

News

ABC News

Wheel

Mod Fam

Democratic Convention

News

Nightline

J. Kimmel

(6-CBS)

The Dr. Oz Show Å

News

CBS News

CBS6 News Extra (N)

Big Brother (N) Å

Democratic Convention

News

Late Show W/Letterman

So You Think You Can Dance (N) ’ (Live) Å

FOX News at 10 (N)

Two Men

Big Bang

Family Guy

News

Jay Leno

(35-FOX) Maury ’ Å

(12-NBC) News

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Jeopardy!

World/Poker The Middle

Judge Judy Judge Judy Simpsons

Family Guy

Two Men

Big Bang

News

NBC News

Ent

Football Night

Judge Mathis (N) Å

Judge B.

FamFeud

News

Payne

Walker, Texas Ranger

Law Order: CI

30 Rock ’

News

Business

Inside Ed.

Suburg.

Criminal Minds Hit ’

SportsTalk

NFL Football: Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants. (N) ’ (Live) Å

Oh Sit! (N) ’ Å

Supernatural ’ Å

TMZ (N) ’

Funniest Home Videos

WGN News at Nine (N)

King

(23-PBS) Fetch! With

WordGirl

Electric

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

Democratic National Convention The 2012 Democratic National Convention.

(57-PBS) Caillou

Tiger

Super Why! Dinosaur

Charlie Rose (N) Å

Burt Wolf

Royal Memories

Masterpiece Mystery! Å (DVS)

Wild Kratts

As Time...

Equitrek

King

30 Rock ’

Friends ’

Funniest Home Videos

Chris

Song of the Mountains

C. Rose

Democratic National Convention (N)

(USA)

NCIS ’ Å

NCIS Knockout Å

NCIS Hide and Seek ’

NCIS Enemies Foreign

NCIS Enemies Domestic

Royal Pains (N)

(:01) NCIS Masquerade

(:01) NCIS Jack Knife ’

(TNT)

The Mentalist ’ Å

The Mentalist Å

The Mentalist ’ Å

CSI: NY ’ Å

CSI: NY ’

(WTBS)

Friends

Friends ’

King

Seinfeld ’

Family Guy ’ Å

Family Guy

Big Bang

Conan (N)

Sullivan

(A&E)

The First 48 Å

Storage

Hoggers

Storage

(SPIKE)

Auction

Friends Auction

Friends ’ Auction

(DISC)

American Guns Å

(NICK)

SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob Victorious

(DISN)

Good Luck

Jessie ’

American Guns Å

King

American Guns Å

Seinfeld ’

Big Bang

American Guns Å

American Guns (N) ’

Dirty Jobs: Down Under

American Guns Å

Dirty Jobs

Victorious

Figure It

Splatalot

Friends ’

Friends

Friends ’

Jessie ’

Gravity

Shake It

››‡ “Spy Kids 3: Game Over”

Austin

Phineas

Jessie ’

A.N.T. Farm Wizards

Jessie ’

Phineas

Good Luck

Reba Å

Melissa

››› “Pretty Woman” (1990) Richard Gere, Julia Roberts.

Friends ’

(FAM)

Reba Å

(LIFE)

How I Met

Wife Swap ’ Å

Trading Spouses

Wife Swap Silver/Pitney

(AMC)

CSI: Miami ’ Å

CSI: Miami In the Wind

CSI: Miami ’ Å

CSI: Miami L.A. Å

›› “Behind Enemy Lines” (2001, Action) Owen Wilson. Å

301

(HBO)

››‡ “Fast Five” (2011) Vin Diesel. ‘PG-13’

(:15) ››‡ “Dinner for Schmucks” (2010) Å

320

(MAX)

››› “Grease” (1978) John Travolta. ‘PG’ Å

(5:50) ›› “Sucker Punch” (2011)

THURSDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

5:30

COMCAST 4

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

(6-CBS)

6 PM

6:30

Face Off

24/7

7 PM

7:30

8 PM

8:30

Around

Interruption SportsCenter (N) Å

College Football Live (N)

Cruise In

Ravens

Redskins

SportsNet

MLS Soccer: D.C. United at Real Salt Lake.

Dr. Phil (N) ’ Å

8 News

News

ABC News

Wheel

The Dr. Oz Show Å

News

CBS News

CBS6 News Extra (N)

(35-FOX) Maury ’ Å

(12-NBC) News

(65-CW)

(WGN)

››› “My Best Friend’s Wedding” (1997)

Wife Swap LaBrie/Zaring

Jeopardy!

Wife Swap Å

››‡ “Horrible Bosses” (2011)

(:45) ››› “The Terminal” (2004) Tom Hanks. ’ ‘PG-13’ Å

NFL Live (N) Å ACC

Big Bang

9 PM

Prince

Wife Swap Å

Wife Swap

Boardwalk

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

››› “Crazy, Stupid, Love.” (2011) Steve Carell.

9:30 Beauties

SportsNet

Black Swan Dirty

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

College Football: Pittsburgh at Cincinnati. (N) (Live) SportsNet

The 700 Club ’ Å

›› “Basic” (2003, Suspense) John Travolta. Å

SportsTalk

SportsCenter (N) Å

SportCtr

Redskins

Purple

SportsNet J. Kimmel

Wipeout Rats! (N) Å

Rookie Blue I Never ’

Democratic Convention

News

Nightline

Big Bang

Two Men

Big Brother (N) Å

Democratic Convention

News

Late Show W/Letterman

New Girl

Glee Goodbye ’ Å

FOX News at 10 (N)

Two Men

Big Bang

News

Tonight Show w/J. Leno

King

30 Rock ’

Judge Judy Judge Judy Simpsons

Family Guy

Two Men

Big Bang

Raising

News

NBC News

Ent

Inside Ed.

America’s Got Talent (N)

Judge Mathis (N) Å

Judge B.

FamFeud

News

Payne

The Vampire Diaries ’

The Next Chicago (N) ’

TMZ (N) ’

Walker, Texas Ranger

Law Order: CI

30 Rock ’

Funniest Home Videos

How I Met

WGN News at Nine (N)

News

Business

Inside Ed.

Royal Pains

How I Met

Democratic National Convention (N) ’ (Live) Å How I Met

King

Family Guy Friends ’

Funniest Home Videos

Chris

Infinity Hall Live ’

C. Rose

(23-PBS) Fetch! With

WordGirl

Electric

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

Democratic National Convention The 2012 Democratic National Convention.

(57-PBS) Caillou

Tiger

Super Why! Dinosaur

Charlie Rose (N) Å

Burt Wolf

American Masters Life of composer Philip Glass.

Great Performances ’

Democratic National Convention (N)

Wild Kratts

Wait...

(USA)

NCIS Dead Reckoning

NCIS Toxic ’ Å

NCIS Semper Fidelis ’

NCIS Tense reunion. ’

NCIS Shalom ’ Å

NCIS Escaped ’

NCIS Singled Out Å

Covert Affairs

Just Not

(TNT)

The Mentalist Å

The Mentalist ’ Å

CSI: NY Murder victims.

CSI: NY ’

(WTBS)

Friends ’

King

Seinfeld

Family Guy

Big Bang

Sullivan

Conan (N) Å

Sullivan

(A&E)

The First 48 Å

The First 48 Caught Up

The First 48 Å

The First 48 Underworld

The First 48 Å

(SPIKE)

Jail Å

iMPACT Wrestling (N) ’ Å

Auction

Friends ’

King

Seinfeld Jail Å

Family Guy

Big Bang

The First 48 Å

Big Bang

The First 48 (N) Å

(:01) The First 48 Å

First 48

UFC Unleashed ’

MMA

Ways Die

(DISC)

Auction

Property Wars ’ Å

Auction

Texas Car Wars Å

Auction

Car Wars

(NICK)

SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob Victorious

Victorious

Figure It

Splatalot

Friends ’

(DISN)

Good Luck

Austin

Phineas

Good Luck

Jessie ’

Gravity

Shake It

››‡ “16 Wishes” (2010) ’ ‘G’

(:10) Jessie

Phineas

Jessie ’

A.N.T. Farm Wizards

(FAM)

Reba Å

Melissa

››› “Mulan” (1998) Voices of Ming-Na Wen.

(LIFE)

Project Runway Å

Project Runway Starving Artist (N)

(AMC)

CSI: Miami Getting Axed

CSI: Miami Dishonor ’

CSI: Miami ’ Å

CSI: Miami Backfire ’

›› “Four Brothers” (2005, Crime Drama) Mark Wahlberg. Å

301

(HBO)

Hearts

(:15) › “D.O.A.: Dead or Alive” Å

320

(MAX)

››› “Death Becomes Her” (1992)

Conchords

FRIDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

COMCAST 4

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

Dr. Phil (N) ’ Å

(6-CBS)

2012 U.S. Open Tennis

(:40) ››› “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” (2001) ’

(:45) ››‡ “The A-Team” (2010) Liam Neeson. ‘NR’ Å

5 PM

5:30

6 PM

6:30

2 Days

Hard Knocks

››‡ “The Bone Collector” (1999) ’ ‘R’ Å

7 PM

7:30

8 PM

8:30

24/7 Road

9 PM

9:30

Around

Interruption SportsCenter (N) Å

Countdown NASCAR Racing

Redskins

SportsNet

WNBA Basketball: Sparks at Mystics

Mystics

8 News

News

ABC News

Wheel

Stand Up to Cancer (N)

(:01) 20/20 ’ Å

News

CBS News

CBS6 News Extra (N)

Stand Up to Cancer (N)

CSI: NY Sláinte Å

Blue Bloods ’ Å

(35-FOX) Maury ’ Å

(12-NBC) News

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Cathouse

Real Sex

Change

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

Purple

Runway

››‡ “Man on Fire” (2004) Denzel Washington. ’ ‘R’ Å

NFL Live (N) Å

Jeopardy!

Prince

›› “Four Brothers” (2005) Mark Wahlberg. Å

Mystics

Cavalier

The 700 Club ’ Å

Project Runway Starving Artist Å

’net Impact

Baseball Tonight (N)

SportsCenter (N) Å

SportCtr

SportsNet

Redskins

Ravens

SportsNet

News

Nightline

J. Kimmel

News

Late Show W/Letterman

Two Men

Big Bang

News

Tonight Show w/J. Leno

King

30 Rock ’

SportsTalk

Judge Judy Judge Judy Simpsons

Family Guy

Two Men

Big Bang

Stand Up to Cancer (N)

Bones ’ (PA) Å

News at 10

News

NBC News

Ent

Inside Ed.

Stand Up to Cancer (N)

Grimm Quill ’ Å

Dateline NBC (N) Å

Judge Mathis (N) Å

Judge B.

FamFeud

News

Payne

America’s Next Model

Nikita Shadow Walker

TMZ (N) ’

Walker, Texas Ranger

Law Order: CI

30 Rock ’

Funniest Home Videos

How I Met

WGN News at Nine (N)

Funniest Home Videos

Chris

News

Business

C. Rose

Inside Ed.

How I Met

FOX First King

Family Guy Friends ’

(23-PBS) Fetch! With

WordGirl

Electric

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

Washington McLaughlin Great Performances (N)

Royal Memories

Austin City Limits Å

(57-PBS) Caillou

Tiger

Super Why! Dinosaur

Charlie Rose (N) Å

VCU Ins.

Antiques Roadshow

Doc Martin ’ Å

Market Warriors Å

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

Great Perf.

Law & Order: SVU

CSI: Crime Scene

CSI

Law & Order ’

Law & Order Disciple ’

The Mentalist Redacted

The Mentalist ’ Å

›››‡ “Inglourious Basterds” (2009, War) Brad Pitt, Mélanie Laurent. Å (DVS)

Friends

Friends ’

King

Seinfeld ’

Stand Up to Cancer (N)

(USA)

(TNT)

(WTBS)

(A&E)

(SPIKE)

Friends

Criminal Minds Å Gangland

Wild Kratts

Friends ’

Criminal Minds Å

(:25) Gangland ’ Å

King

Criminal Minds Valhalla

(:32) Gangland ’ Å

Served?

Seinfeld ’

Criminal Minds Lauren

Worse

Coma Healthy patients slip into comas. Å

(:39) ›› “Without a Paddle” (2004, Comedy) Seth Green. ’

Worse

(:20) “Braveheart” (1995) ›› “Daddy’s Little Girls” (2007)

(9:51) Coma Healthy patients slip into comas.

›› “Super Troopers” (2001) Jay Chandrasekhar.

Coma

(:15) Gangland Chicago. ’ Å

(DISC)

Bering Sea Gold Å

Yukon Men ’ Å

Bering Sea Gold: Under

Yukon Men (N) ’ Å

Bering Sea Gold: Under

Yukon Men

(NICK)

SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob Victorious

Victorious

Figure It

Splatalot

Victorious

Friends ’

(DISN)

Good Luck

Fish Hooks

Wizards

Phineas

Good Luck

Austin

Vampire

A.N.T. Farm Jessie (N)

Phineas

Gravity

A.N.T. Farm Good Luck

Code 9 ’

Jessie ’

Good Luck

(FAM)

Reba Å

››‡ “The Princess Diaries” (2001) Julie Andrews.

(LIFE)

How I Met

To Be Announced

(AMC)

(3:30) “Rambo: First Blood Part II”

301

(HBO)

››‡ “Monte Carlo” (2011) Selena Gomez. ’

320

(MAX)

›‡ “Red Riding Hood” (2011) ’

Bering Sea Gold: Under

Victorious

›› “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement” (2004)

America’s Most Wanted

››‡ “Rambo III” (1988, Action) Sylvester Stallone. Å ›› “The Dilemma” (2011) Vince Vaughn. ‘PG-13’

(:45) ››‡ “Cowboys & Aliens” (2011) Daniel Craig. ‘NR’

Friends ’

America’s Most Wanted

››› “First Blood” (1982) Sylvester Stallone.

Stand Up to Cancer (N)

Stand Up to Cancer ’

››› “Collateral” (2004) Tom Cruise. ’ ‘R’ Å

America’s Most Wanted

The 700 Club ’ Å

Prince

Women Went

Wanted

›› “Rambo: First Blood Part II” (1985) Å

Rambo III

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

Hard

Strike Back (N) Å

Skin-Max

The Mechanicsville Local

Strike Back ’ Å

September 5, 2012

SATURDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 2 PM 2:30 3 PM 3:30

1:30

COMCAST 4

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

College Football: Penn State at Virginia. (N) (Live)

(6-CBS)

2012 U.S. Open Tennis: Men’s Semifinals. From the USTA National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (N)

College Football: Auburn at Mississippi State. (N) (Live)

Score

SportsNet

College Football

MLS Soccer: Portland Timbers at Colorado Rapids. (Taped)

Football

(35-FOX) ACC Blitz

(12-NBC) PGA Tour Golf: BMW Championship, Third Round. (N) ’ (Live) Å

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Into Wild

College Football: Ball State at Clemson. (N) (Live) Exploration On Spot

Law Order: CI

Football

Law Order: CI

(ESPN)

(CSN)

8 9

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012 2 PM 2:30 3 PM 3:30

1:30

Sunday NFL Countdown College Football Final Redskins Kickoff (N)

College Football

(8-ABC)

Va Tech

Paid Prog.

(6-CBS)

The NFL Today (N)

Game Day

CrossFit

Stargate Universe Å

Athlete

Paid Prog.

(35-FOX) FOX NFL Sunday (N)

NFL Football: Regional Coverage. (N Subject to Blackout) ’ (Live) Å

(12-NBC) Paid Prog.

Ryder Cup

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Pillow

Golf

PGA Tour Golf: BMW Championship, Final Round.

›› “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” (2006), Luke Wilson

“40 Days, Night”

›‡ “D2: The Mighty Ducks” (1994, Comedy)

Videos

MLB Baseball: Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates. (N) (Live)

(23-PBS) Mexican

Kitchen

Simp. Ming Lidia’s Italy Best of Joy Oil Painting Travel

Steves

(23-PBS) Moyers & Company ’

Currents

Farming

The Greatest Duets: It Takes Two ’

(57-PBS) Thomas

Angelina

This Old House Hr

Antiques Roadshow

Kitchen

Victory

(57-PBS) Tiger

Martha

Arthur

Wild Kratts WordGirl

NCIS Minimum Security

NCIS ’ Å

(USA)

NCIS The Curse Å

NCIS Sub Rosa Å

(TNT)

Law & Order Refuge

›››‡ “Inglourious Basterds” (2009, War) Brad Pitt. Å (DVS)

(WTBS)

(11:25) ››‡ “American Pie 2”

(A&E)

Flip This House Å

Criminal Minds Å

(SPIKE)

Tenants

Sid

Currents

Cyberchase Electric

(USA)

(11:05) ››› “Enchanted” (2007)

(TNT)

›››‡ “We Were Soldiers” (2002) Mel Gibson, Madeleine Stowe. Å

Valentine

(WTBS)

(11:00) ›› “Valentine’s Day” (2010)

(:02) Criminal Minds ’

(:04) Criminal Minds ’

(A&E)

Intervention Ashley.

Beyond Scared Straight

Tenants

(SPIKE)

Bar Rescue ’

(:25) ››‡ “Fun With Dick & Jane” (2005) Tenants

Paid Prog.

NFL Football: New England Patriots at Tennessee Titans. (N) (Live) Å

Football Law Order: CI

CrossFit

Dew Tour

Pregame

Animal Atl. “The Gatekeeper” (2002) John Carlos Frey.

Law Order: CI

SUNDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM

COMCAST

Tenants

›› “He’s Just Not That Into You” (2009) Ben Affleck. Å

“Saving Private Ryan”

MLB Baseball: New York Yankees at Baltimore Orioles. (N)

(DISC)

Almost, Away

(DISC)

Auction

(NICK)

Power

SpongeBob Parents

Parents

Rock

Big Time

(NICK)

Winx Club

iCarly ’

(DISN)

Wizards

Good Luck

Austin

Shake It

Gravity

(DISN)

Wizards

Good Luck

Austin

Shake It

A.N.T. Farm Phineas

(FAM)

“Cinderella Story”

(FAM)

(11:00) ›››› “The Sound of Music” (1965, Musical) Julie Andrews.

(LIFE)

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

(LIFE)

“The Cutting Edge”

(AMC)

Two Mules

(:15) “Hang ’Em High”

(AMC)

(11:30) ›‡ “Mission to Mars” (2000) Å

301

(HBO)

(11:45) ››‡ “Unknown” (2011)

(:45) ›› “Breakin’ All the Rules”

(:15) “Fast Five” (2011)

301

(HBO)

(11:45) ›› “Hop” (2011) ‘PG’ Å

320

(MAX)

(11:35) ›››‡ “Midnight Run”

(:40) ›› “Johnson Family Vacation” (2004) Å

320

(MAX)

Hangover II ›› “You Got Served” (2004) Å

Almost, Away Good Luck

“Another Cinderella Story” (2008) Selena Gomez.

“The Princess Diaries”

››› “The Capture of the Green River Killer”

(:45) ››› “High Plains Drifter” (1973) Clint Eastwood. Å

SATURDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

5:30

COMCAST

6 PM

(ESPN)

(CSN)

(8-ABC)

(3:30) College Football: Regional Coverage. (N) (Live) Å

(6-CBS)

(12:00) 2012 U.S. Open Tennis: Men’s Semifinals.

(35-FOX) MLB Baseball: Regional Coverage. (N Subject to Blackout) ’ (Live) Å

(12-NBC) (3:30) College Football: Purdue at Notre Dame. (N) ’ (Live) Å

(65-CW)

(WGN)

6:30

The Eagle

7 PM

7:30

8 PM

8:30

(3:30) College Football: Florida at Texas A&M. (N) (Live)

Score

College Football: Washington at LSU. (N) (Live)

(3:00) College Football: North Carolina at Wake Forest. (N) (Live)

SportsNet

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

9:30

Score

CBS News

Extra (N) ’ Å FOX

College Football: Illinois at Arizona State. (N) (Live) 8 News

48 Hours Mystery Å

College Football: Nebraska at UCLA. (N) ’ (Live) Å

Entertainment Tonight

Grimm ’ Å

Payne

Campmeeting

Saving Hope (N) ’

Law Order: CI

Funniest Home Videos

Judge B.

Payne

Funniest Home Videos

“Dawn Treader”

SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM SportsNet Central (N)

2012 U.S. Open Tennis: Women’s Final. (N) Å

Judge B.

Boardwalk

(:05) ›››‡ “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” ‘R’

10 PM

College Football: Kent State at Kentucky. (N) (Live)

›› “Pathfinder” (2007, Adventure) Karl Urban.

Law Order: CI

9 PM

›‡ “Bride Wars”

›››‡ “Apollo 13” (1995) Tom Hanks. Å

Countdown NASCAR Racing: Sprint Cup: Federated Auto Parts 400. (N) (Live)

News

“Willy Wonka”

››› “Lying to Be Perfect” (2010, Drama) Å

Cage Wars 17 (:35) CSI: Miami Å

News

(:35) Without a Trace ’

News at 10

Touch Teller visits Jake.

Law & Order: SVU

News

(:29) Saturday Night Live

TMZ (N) ’ Å

30 Rock ’

WGN News at Nine (N)

Funniest Home Videos

Doc Martin ’ Å

EastEnders EastEnders Nature ’

Sunny Chris

(23-PBS) Antiques Roadshow

The Desert

Currents

BBC World

Lawrence Welk

Served?

(57-PBS) Old House

Old House

Hometime

Charlie Rose (N) Å

Nature Å (DVS)

NOVA ’ Å

››› “Dark Passage” (1947) Humphrey Bogart.

Globe Trekker ’

Royal

NCIS Reveille ’ Å

NCIS Forced Entry ’

NCIS Twilight ’ Å

NCIS Kill Ari Å

CSI: Crime Scene

CSI

Seinfeld ’

Big Bang

Old House

Burt Wolf

(USA)

NCIS Bete Noir Å

(TNT)

Inglourious

(WTBS)

(3:30) ›› “Valentine’s Day” (2010) Jessica Alba.

King

(A&E)

(:06) Coma Healthy patients slip into comas. Å

Coma Healthy patients slip into comas. Å

(SPIKE)

›› “Without a Paddle” (2004) Seth Green. ’

(:13) ›› “Super Troopers” (2001) Jay Chandrasekhar. ’ Å

NCIS Dead Man Talking

(:20) ›››‡ “Braveheart” (1995) Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau. Å King

Keeping Up Wait...

As Time...

NCIS Kill Ari Å

›››› “Saving Private Ryan” (1998, War) Tom Hanks, Edward Burns. Å

Seinfeld ’

Big Bang

››› “Independence Day” (1996) Will Smith, Bill Pullman. Å

(DISC)

Fast N’ Loud ’ Å

Texas Car Wars Å

(NICK)

iCarly ’

Victorious

How to Rock ’ Å

You Gotta

(DISN)

Jessie ’

Good Luck

Austin

Shake It

Vampire

(FAM)

(3:00) “The Princess Diaries” (2001)

(LIFE)

(2:00) “The Capture of the Green River Killer”

(AMC)

(3:15) ››‡ “Hang ’Em High” (1968) Å

301

(HBO)

(3:15) ››‡ “Fast Five” (2011)

320

(MAX)

(3:20) “The Eagle” Å

SUNDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

(ESPN)

(CSN)

›› “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement” (2004)

Friends ’

Jessie ’

A.N.T. Farm Vampire

Shake It

Jessie ’

“Killer Among Us” (2012) Tess Atkins. Å

Killer

›››‡ “Apollo 13” (1995) Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon. Å ››› “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” Å

6 PM

(6:50) ›››› “Jaws” (1975) Roy Scheider. ‘PG’

6:30

7 PM

7:30

8 PM

8:30

Baseball Tonight (N)

SportsCenter (N) Å

SportsNet

College Football: Maryland at Temple. (Taped)

(8-ABC)

Ball Boys

Wipeout Batter Up ’

News

ABC News

Once Upon a Time Pilot

2012 U.S. Open Tennis: Men’s Final. (N) (Live) Å

›‡ “Mission to Mars” (2000)

(:45) Boxing: Chad Dawson vs. Andre Ward, Super Middleweights. (N) Å

Strike Back ’ Å

9 PM

›› “The Hangover Part II” (2011)

9:30

SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å

MLB Baseball: Los Angeles Dodgers at San Francisco Giants. (Live) Once Upon a Time ’

SportsNet Once Upon a Time ’

SportsNet

Once Upon a Time ’

(6-CBS)

(35-FOX) NFL Football: Regional Coverage. (N Subject to Blackout) ’ (Live) Å

(12-NBC) PGA Tour Golf: BMW Championship, Final Round.

News

NBC News

Football Night/America

(:15) NFL Football: Pittsburgh Steelers at Denver Broncos. (N) ’ (Live) Å

(65-CW)

›› “Cheaper by the Dozen 2” (2005, Comedy)

Paid Prog.

Ricki

Heartland Å (DVS)

The Closer Å

10th Inning

Law Order: CI

30 Rock ’

Royal Memories

Globe Trekker ’

(WGN)

Videos

Law Order: CI

(23-PBS) ››› “Dark Passage” (1947) Humphrey Bogart.

(57-PBS) Washington Need

60 Minutes ’ Å The OT (N)

To Contrary The Greatest Duets: It Takes Two ’

Religion

How I Met Currents

The Good Wife Å

The Mentalist ’ Å

News

(:35) Brothers & Sisters

News at 10

Big Bang

Ring of Honor Wrestling

How I Met

Broadway or Bust

Family Guy

How I Met

News/Nine

Replay

The Unit Paradise Lost

Currents

Served?

How I Met

Masterpiece Mystery! (N) ’ Currents

(WTBS)

Baseball

›› “Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail” (2009)

››‡ “Tyler Perry’s I Can Do Bad All By Myself” (2009)

(A&E)

Beyond Scared Straight

Storage

(SPIKE)

Bar Rescue ’

Bar Rescue Bar Fight ’

Bar Rescue ’

(DISC)

MythBusters ’ Å

Scanning the Skies

(NICK)

SpongeBob SpongeBob How to Rock ’ Å

You Gotta

Austin

Shake It

Jessie ’

Storage

Comedy.TV

Friends ’

(2:50) ›››› “Saving Private Ryan” (1998) Tom Hanks. Å Payne

Inside Edit.

Friends ’

King

(TNT)

››› “Gran Torino” (2008, Drama) Clint Eastwood. Å

News

King

Michael Feinstein Law & Order: SVU

Two Men

The Closer Help Wanted

Payne

Poker

(:35) Law & Order Rage

Family Guy

Simpsons

› “Good Luck Chuck” (2007) Dane Cook. Å

Payne

News

(:01) Big Brother (N) ’

(USA)

Law & Order: SVU

Redskins Post Game

Simpsons

Law & Order: SVU

(:45) Strike Back Å

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

Austin

“Killer Among Us” (2012) Tess Atkins. Premiere.

SportsNet

Ball Boys

Chopper

Friends ’

“Fatal Honeymoon” (2012) Harvey Keitel. Å

5:30 CrossFit

Texas Car Wars Å

Friends ’

Into the West Jacob and Nathan Wheeler. ››‡ “Klitschko” (2011) ‘NR’ Å

CrossFit

American Chopper ’

iCarly ’

WillyWonk

Redskins Post Game

CrossFit

Independ

››› “A Bug’s Life” (1998), Kevin Spacey

Redskins Post Game

CrossFit

Storage

(10:56) ››‡ “Stripes” (1981) ’

››› “A Bug’s Life” (1998), Kevin Spacey

(:15) ›› “Marked for Death” (1990) ’ ‘R’ Å

5 PM

A.N.T. Farm Good Luck

“How Stella Got Her Groove Back” Storage

››‡ “MacGruber” (2010) Will Forte. Premiere. ’

COMCAST

“Flags of Our Fathers”

›› “Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail” (2009)

The Greatest Duets: It Takes Two ’

Monk

Keeping Up Broadway Equitrek

Mystery

Law & Order: SVU

White Collar Å

Leverage (N) Å

Leverage Å

››› “Gran Torino” (2008) Å

Storage

Law-SVU

(:35) “Tyler Perry’s I Can Do Bad All By Myself” Storage

Storage

Bar Rescue (N) ’

Flip Men

Bar Rescue ’

Survivorman Ten Days

One Car Too Far Desert

MythBusters ’ Å

One Car Too Far Desert

MythBuster

You Gotta

Friends

Friends ’

Jessie ’

Austin

“Adventures of Sharkboy”

Jessie ’

Austin

Gravity

A.N.T. Farm Wizards

Friends ’

Storage

Storage Bar Rescue

(DISN)

Gravity

(FAM)

“Willy Wonka”

››› “Matilda” (1996, Comedy) Mara Wilson.

›››‡ “The Incredibles” (2004, Adventure), Holly Hunter

(LIFE)

(3:00) “Bride Wars” Å

›› “Made of Honor” (2008) Patrick Dempsey.

›‡ “The Ugly Truth” (2009) Katherine Heigl.

Drop Dead Diva Å

Army Wives Onward

(:01) ›‡ “The Ugly Truth” (2009)

(AMC)

(2:00) “Apollo 13” (1995)

Into the West Jacob and Nathan Wheeler.

Into the West Manifest Destiny (Part 2 of 6)

Hell on Wheels (N)

Hell on Wheels

Breaking Bad Å

Hell on

301

(HBO)

“Dawn Treader”

›› “First Daughter” (2004) ’ ‘PG’

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

What Nbr

320

(MAX)

(:15) ››› “RoboCop” (1987) Peter Weller. ‘R’

Gravity

Good Luck

The Mechanicsville Local

Good Luck

(:45) ››› “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” (2011) Å

››‡ “Point Break” (1991) Patrick Swayze.

September 5, 2012

›››‡ “The Incredibles” (2004, Adventure), Holly Hunter

››› “Bridesmaids” (2011) Kristen Wiig. ‘R’ Å

››‡ “Underworld” (2003) Kate Beckinsale.

›› “The Hangover Part II” (2011)

J. Osteen

(:45) “Sexual Quest” ’

Open house event set Saturday at Shelton House An open house will be held on Saturday, Sept. 8, at the Richmond National Battlefield Park’s Rural Plains unit on the Totopotomoy Creek battlefield in Hanover County. The 18th century Shelton House, which is open only during special events, will be available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. During the free event, NPS Rangers will explore the role of the house and the property in Hanover County’s history, especially during the May 1864 Battle of Totopotomoy Creek. Rangerled tours of the property will be proMONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

COMCAST 4

(ESPN)

(CSN)

8 9

Around

vided at 10a.m. and 2 p.m. The Rural Plains unit is located at 7273 Studley Road in Mechanicsville. On May 29, 1864, during Gen. Ulysses S. Grant’s Overland Campaign, Union troops arrived at Sarah Shelton’s home in rural Hanover County to inform her that a battle would soon take place on her farm and to offer to help the family — which ranged in age from 14 to 35 — to relocate. Mrs. Shelton resolutely denied the offer and the family remained, sheltering in their basement as the house became a headquarters for Maj. Gen. Winfield S.

5 PM

5:30

6 PM

6:30

Interruption Monday Night Countdown (N) (Live) Å

Hancock. A signal station on the roof of the house attracted Confederate fire, and 51 artillery shells hit the building on May 30 alone. After the Battle of Totopotomoy Creek (May 30-31, 1864) produced no conclusive results for the Federals, Grant began to extend his line southward toward Cold Harbor. The site, which includes not only the Shelton home but also well-preserved Civil War earthworks, was transferred to the National Park Service from the Totopotomoy Battlefield at Rural Plains Foundation in 2006. Since then, the Park Service has performed stabili-

7 PM

7:30

8 PM

zation work on the house, conducted historical landscape and archeological surveys, and is about to complete a structural and historical analysis of the house. The Open House program – entitled, “The Shelton House at Rural Plains: History and How We (Think) We Know It” – will explore what the Park has been learning as it has studied the property. No house in Hanover County has a more distinguished history than Rural Plains. In addition to its remarkable Civil War experience, the home

8:30

9 PM

9:30

hosted the 1754 wedding of Patrick Henry and Sarah Shelton. Multiple generations of the Shelton family were proud stewards of the property. The last descendant, William R. Shelton, Jr., died at age 85 on May 5, 2006. Many of the original furnishings that were present during the 1864 battle were purchased by the National Park Service and will remain with the home. For more information, contact 804226-1981 or visit the website at www. nps.gov/rich and on Facebook at www. Facebook.com/RichmondNPS.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

NFL Football: Cincinnati Bengals at Baltimore Ravens. (N Subject to Blackout)

(:15) NFL Football: San Diego Chargers at Oakland Raiders.

10 for 80: Redskins

Redskins

SportsNet

Ravens Kickoff (N) (Live)

Boxing: Zab Judah vs. Vernon Paris.

Ravens Postgame Live

SportsNet

SportsTalk

SportsNet

(8-ABC)

Dr. Phil ’ Å

8 News

News

ABC News

Wheel

(:01) Castle Always ’

News

Nightline

J. Kimmel

(6-CBS)

The Dr. Oz Show Å

News

CBS News

CBS6 News Extra (N)

Hawaii Five-0 ’ Å

News

Late Show W/Letterman

FOX News at 10 (N)

Two Men

Grimm (N) ’ Å

News

Tonight Show w/J. Leno

(35-FOX) Maury ’ Å

(12-NBC) News

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Inside Ed.

Jeopardy!

Bachelor Pad (Season Finale) (N) ’ Å How I Met

CBS Fall

Broke Girl

Mike

Judge Judy Judge Judy FamFeud

FamFeud

Big Bang

Hell’s Kitchen

News

NBC News

Ent

Inside Ed.

The Voice Vocalists tackle blind auditions. Å

Payne

News

MasterChef

Simpsons

Judge Mathis (N) Å

The Ricki Lake Show ’

TMZ (N) ’

News

Payne

The L.A. Complex (N) ’

America’s Next Model

The Ricki Lake Show (N)

Rules

30 Rock ’

Walker, Texas Ranger

Law Order: CI

Chris

Funniest Home Videos

WGN News at Nine (N)

30 Rock ’

News

Business

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

Antiques Roadshow

Great Performances at the Met Wagner’s Dream

Yangtze River

C. Rose

Globe Trekker ’

Nature Å (DVS)

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

Perform

(23-PBS) Fetch! With

WordGirl

Electric

(57-PBS) Caillou

Tiger

Super Why! (:45) Richmond City Council

Wild Kratts

Currents

NOVA Childbirth injuries.

Friends ’ Rules

(USA)

NCIS Reunion ’ Å

NCIS The Inside Man ’

NCIS ’ Å

(TNT)

The Mentalist Pink Tops

The Mentalist ’ Å

The Mentalist Red Scare

The Mentalist ’ Å

Major Crimes Å

Major Crimes (N) Å

Perception Shadow (N)

Major Crimes Å

(WTBS)

Friends ’

King

Seinfeld

Family Guy

Conan (N) Å

The Office

(A&E)

The First 48 Å

Beyond Scared Straight

Intervention

(SPIKE)

(DISC)

Almost, Away

(NICK)

Victorious

SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob Dora...

(DISN)

Good Luck

Gravity

Shake It

Phineas

(FAM)

Reba Å

Switched at Birth Å

Switched at Birth (N) ’

(LIFE)

How I Met

Frasier ’

“Killer Among Us” (2012) Tess Atkins. Å

(AMC)

(2:00) “Sahara” (2005)

301

(HBO)

(3:30) “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” ’

320

(MAX)

X-Men 2 ’

CSI

Friends ’

The First 48 Å

(ESPN) (CSN)

(8-ABC)

(6-CBS)

Seinfeld

Intervention Katie Å

CSI: Crime Scene

››‡ “I, Robot” (2004) Will Smith, Bridget Moynahan. ’

American Chopper ’

Good Luck Frasier ’

Jessie ’

Team Umiz. Victorious Austin Frasier ’

›› “Hall Pass” (2011) ’ ‘R’ Å

6:30

7 PM

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

7:30

8 PM

Around

Interruption SportsCenter (N) Å

E:60 (N)

Redskins

SportsNet

College Football: Penn State at Virginia.

Dr. Phil ’ Å

8 News

News

ABC News

Wheel

The Dr. Oz Show Å

News

CBS News

CBS6 News Extra (N)

(35-FOX) Maury ’ Å (12-NBC) News

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Inside Ed.

Intervention Diana (N)

Family Guy

Beyond Scared Straight

8:30

World/Poker Jeopardy!

The Middle

(:45) ››‡ “I, Robot” (2004) Will Smith, Bridget Moynahan. ’ American Chopper ’

American Chopper ’

My Wife

George

Friends ’

(:10) Jessie

Phineas

Vampire

Austin

Wizards

My Wife

›› “Bring It On: All or Nothing” (2006, Comedy)

›‡ “Dream House” (2011) Å

9 PM

Last Man

Happy

The 700 Club ’ Å

“An Officer and a Murderer” (2012) Gary Cole.

9:30

World/Poker

NCIS Up in Smoke ’

Apt. 23

NCIS: Los Angeles ’

Prince Killer

›››‡ “The Green Mile” (1999)

Boardwalk

24/7

››› “Unstoppable” (2010) ‘PG-13’

10 PM

Chopper

Boxing (:40) “Sexy Assassins”

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

Baseball Tonight (N)

SportsCenter (N) Å

SportCtr

SportsNet

Redskins

Ravens

SportsNet J. Kimmel

SportsTalk

Private Practice Å

News

Nightline

CSI: Crime Scene

News

Late Show W/Letterman

Judge Judy Judge Judy FamFeud

FamFeud

Big Bang

So You Think You Can Dance Top 4 Perform (N)

FOX News at 10 (N)

Two Men

News

NBC News

Ent

Inside Ed.

The Voice (N) ’ Å

Parenthood ’ Å

News

Tonight Show w/J. Leno

Payne

News

Go On ’

Normal

Simpsons

Judge Mathis (N) Å

The Ricki Lake Show ’

TMZ (N) ’

News

Payne

Hart of Dixie ’ Å

The Next Chicago Å

The Ricki Lake Show ’

Rules

30 Rock ’

Friends ’

Walker, Texas Ranger

Law Order: CI

Chris

Funniest Home Videos

How I Met

WGN News at Nine (N)

30 Rock ’

Rules

News

Business

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

NOVA ’ Å (DVS)

(23-PBS) Fetch! With

WordGirl

Electric

(57-PBS) Caillou

Tiger

Super Why! Dinosaur

Charlie Rose (N) Å

VCU Ins.

Wild Kratts

How I Met

Great Performances at the Met Alberich forges a powerful ring. (N) ’ Å

Keeping Up The National Parks: America’s Best Idea Theodore Roosevelt.

Tree Safari

Perform

(:02) Royal Pains

Collar CSI: NY ’

Law & Order: SVU

(TNT)

Bones ’ Å

The Mentalist Red Bulls

The Mentalist ’ Å

Bones ’ Å

Rizzoli & Isles Å

CSI: NY ’ Å

(WTBS)

Friends ’

King

Seinfeld ’

Big Bang

Conan (N) Å

(A&E)

The First 48 One Heart

Storage

Shipping

(SPIKE)

Flip Men

(:27) Bar Rescue ’

(DISC)

Deadliest Catch Å

(NICK)

SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob Victorious

(DISN)

Good Luck

Code 9 ’

(FAM)

Reba Å

(LIFE)

Dance Moms Å

(AMC)

Deep Blue

Flip Men

Friends ’

The First 48 Å

(:44) Flip Men ’

Flip Men

Deadliest Catch Å Jessie ’

Jessie ’

Phineas

Bones ’ Å

(:45) Bar Rescue Weber’s of Lies ’

(:01) Covert Affairs (N)

(9:54) Bar Rescue ’

(:03) Bar Rescue ’

Bar Rescue

Deadliest Catch Å

Deadly Seas ’ Å

Deadliest Catch Å

Seas

Victorious

Figure It

Splatalot

Victorious

My Wife

George

Friends ’

Good Luck

Jessie ’

Austin

A.N.T. Farm “Let It Shine” (2012) Tyler James Williams. ‘NR’

Phineas

Vampire

Austin

Wizards

Victorious

My Wife

››› “Hercules” (1997) Voices of Tate Donovan.

››‡ “Pocahontas” (1995, Fantasy) Premiere.

››‡ “Pocahontas” (1995), Judy Kuhn

Dance Moms Å

Dance Moms Nationals 90210 Å

301

(HBO)

›› “Happy Feet Two” (2011) ‘PG’

320

(MAX)

(:15) ››‡ “Going the Distance” (2010) ’ ‘R’

Storage

Deadliest Catch Å

Dance Moms Å

››‡ “Highlander” (1986) Christopher Lambert. Å

The Office Shipping

Deadliest Catch Å

(:36) Bar Rescue ’

White Collar Gloves Off

C. Rose

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

(USA)

Perception

American Chopper (N)

(:15) ››› “Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang” (2005) ’ ‘R’

SportsNet

Family Guy

A.N.T. Farm “Radio Rebel” (2012) Debby Ryan.

NFL Live (N) Å

Victorious

(:05) ›‡ “The Condemned” Å

›››‡ “The Green Mile” (1999, Drama) Tom Hanks, David Morse, Michael Clarke Duncan. Å

›› “Elvis and Anabelle” (2007) Max Minghella.

6 PM

American Chopper ’

Harbaugh

Family Guy

Almost, Away

(:45) ››‡ “Tower Heist” (2011) Ben Stiller.

5:30

WWE Monday Night RAW (N) ’ (Live) Å

The First 48 Å

›‡ “The Reaping” (2007) Hilary Swank. Å

TUESDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

King

The First 48 Å

(:42) CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

COMCAST 7

NCIS ’ Å

Dance Moms Solo Fever

The 700 Club ’ Å Women Went

›››‡ “The Green Mile” (1999, Drama) Tom Hanks, David Morse, Michael Clarke Duncan. Å

(:45) ››‡ “Fast Five” (2011) Vin Diesel. ’ ‘PG-13’ Å ››‡ “Kingpin” (1996) Woody Harrelson. Å

REAL Sports Gumbel

››› “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” Å

›› “The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen”

Will/Grace

Dance

›››‡ “The Green Mile” (1999)

24/7

›› “American Wedding” (2003) ’

The Mechanicsville Local

Prince

(:45) “The Change-Up” Skin-Max

Strike Back

September 5, 2012

FOOTBALL

Patrick Henry at Hanover 7:00 p.m.

09 2012

Hermitage at Lee-Davis 7:00 p.m.

For more information go to www.mechlocal.com

| Youth, High School, College, Recreational & Professional

2012 HANOVER VARSITY FOOTBALL PREVIEW

Hawks oﬀense could be opponents’ nightmare By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com If ever an injury could be considered a blessing in disguise, such was the case for the Hanover Hawks in 2011. For three years, head coach Joshua Just had touted the quarterbacking talents of Andrew Knizner. But Knizner rarely saw important game action serving as backup to talented classmate Sam Rogers. And regardless of how talented a player is in practice, live game action is a completely different beast.

But when Rogers went down to injury early in the sixth game of the season, Knizner was forced to prove himself and he did just that. The elbow injury prevented Rogers from playing quarterback when he returned but he proved equally dangerous everywhere else on the field, not only running and catching the ball but on defense as a linebacker. “I think it showed us how valuable Sam can be on the defensive side of the ball,” Just said. “Not only can h e make an impact

offensively but he can make just as big of an impact on defense.” By diversifying on the field, Rogers, t h e

consummate team player, has also improved his stock among college recruiters. “I think there should be a Division I school taking notice of him in multiple positions,” Just said. However, it’s not just Rogers and Knizner that will once again make Hanover one of the teams to beat in the Central Region. Returning a majority of their skill players and defense from last year’s state semifinalist squad, the Hawks have been ranked as high as No. 5 among Division 5 teams, but Just is quick to discount such accolades. “I don’t think

COACH JOSHUA JUST

we’ve proven anything on the field yet,” he said. “Every team is different. Every team takes on its own personality year to year.” Unlike most teams, Hanover will utilize a majority of its players on both offense and defense, but Just does not see that as a setback. “We’ve gotten better being able to put guys on both sides of the ball,” he said. “Our approach every year has gotten away see HAWKS,

File photos by Charlie Leffler/The Local

Dual threat quarterbacks Sam Rogers, left, and Andrew Knizner, right, will give Hanover head coach Joshua Just unlimited options on offense this season.

SAM ROGERS 34

The Mechanicsville Local September 5, 2012

ANDREW KNIZNER

pg. 35 `

HAWKS Continued from pg. 34 b

from two platoon and now we’re pretty much a one platoon team.” The Hawks will need to be good this season to match or surpass last year’s accomplishments as the Capital District should once again prove to be one of the best in the state. However, if Hanover can emerge among the league’s best it will only benefit them down the road. “I think our district as a whole has gotten better and better the last couple of years,” Just said. “I think that makes us more battle tested going into the playoffs. I thought we played well, especially in the region playoffs and I think part of that was due to how well the district was last year.” OFFENSE When it comes to moving the ball, the possibilities should be a dream come true for Hawks’ offensive coordinator Jason Smith. At the same time, Hanover’s versatility will present nightmares for opponents. Hanover can utilize seniors Sam Rogers or Andrew Knizner at quarterback on any play and both will be on the field together a majority of the time. The pocket options alone are endless because both are proven talents at

they are,” Just said. “You’ve got two kids that are good leaders. They get along together. Their relationship has grown over the last two years, where it went from, it could have been animosity to where they’re really just working together and getting better together.” The talent keeps building outside of the pocket. When it comes to moving the ball on the ground, Hanover can boast one of the best in the state with senior running back Lawrence ‘LJ’ Jones who rushed for nearly 1800 yards last season. “I think he proved that last year and he looks even better this year,” Just said. Jones is a speedy, bruising ball carrier that’s not afraid of contact and can make quality tacklers look inept. In addition, the Hawks can also use junior running back Lamont Stubbs as well as seniors Mason “Buzzsaw” Bazala, Ian Ragland, Mike Holland and Dylan Jackson. Hanover does not have a single star receiver this season and instead will utilize a lot of players that can produce with the ball. Besides Rogers and K n i z n e r,

throwing, catching and running the ball. “It gives us a lot of versatility that a lot of teams aren’t going to have,” Just said. Until Rogers was injured last season, the coaches were unsure of how well the two athletes battling for the same position could play together. “We’re able to do a lot with those guys at multiple positions because LAMONT of the type of kids

STUBBS

Games to watch this season September 7 Patrick Henry at Hanover Essex at King William September 14 Atlee at Patrick Henry September 21 King William at Washington & Lee Patrick Henry at Lee-Davis September 28 Hanover at Highland Springs John Marshall at Patrick Henry October 5 Atlee at Hanover Henrico at Lee-Davis October 12 Deep Run at Patrick Henry October 19 Thomas Jefferson at Patrick Henry October 26 Hanover at Lee-Davis November 2 Atlee at Highland Springs November 9 Lee-Davis at Atlee senior Usman Mahmood is back and has continued to improve throughout his career at receiver. Senior Donte Haynesworth also returns after missing last season due to injury. Holland could also be in the mix along with junior Josh Harris and sophomore Ryan Mallory, any of which are capable of making a big play. After suffering injury, Austin Hartness will most likely miss his senior season. Senior David Crytser, junior Brennan Gary and sophomore Trent Underdown could share time at tight end along with freshman Patrick Tabb. If there is any question mark for the offense it comes up front, where Hanover lost some of its top, unheralded talent from a season ago. However, as usual, Just and his fellow coaches find players that are up to the task. Senior Josh Hutto (6’4”, 270), an all-district and allregion player last season, is back for his third year as a starter to provide leadership on the line. He will be joined by junior Scott Denton (6’0”, 235) who was a physical presence and has contributed since his freshman season. Seniors Maitland Wright

(6’2” 235) and Clay Sorah (6’0”, 200) also bring experience to the line after playing mainly on defense prior to this season. Junior Joe Everette (5’11”, 225) looks to take over at center after starting every game the past two years on the Hawks’ JV squad. “A lot of these guys are stepping up with pretty good experience and a good pedigree,” Just said. “Coach (Derrick) Stoudt’s done an outstanding job the past five years with our offensive line so I have no question they’ll be ready to go.” DEFENSE Like the offense, the defense will display new faces up front. Senior Stu Mains (5’10”, 225) will be the foundation for that group and has been a dominant player at defensive end. “We’re expecting a lot of good things out of him,” said Hanover defensive coordinator Brandon Brakstad. Senior Daniel Fogleman (6’2”, 290) will fill a slot at tackle and could be joined by Maitland Wright and Josh Hutto performing double-duty. Seniors Rene Arechiga, Ross Earl and Spenser Blanton could also see time at the defensive end slots. In his third year as a starter, senior David Cryster will take

7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

the lead role at linebacker. “He’s a playmaker,” Just said. “He doesn’t always make the consistent play but David is going to make a play that’s going to win a game for you every time.” Sam Rogers proved his talent at linebacker last season and he could be joined by Lawrence Jones, Clay Sorah, Dylan Jackson, Scott Denton, Ian Ragland or juniors Bishop Guempel, DJ Johnson and Christian Unger. Brakstad also expects to see good things out of junior Brennan Gary at the Mike linebacker slot. “He’s a special kid. He

proved it last year. He could make plays for us and he’s just gotten better this year,” Brakstad said. The Hanover secondary will also be deep and talented. The return of Donte Haynesworth from injury last season only makes them better. “He’s one of those kids that’s just a lockdown corner for us,” Brakstad said.” “He is electric,” Just said. “He has worked very hard and his leadership has been outstanding.” Junior Josh Harris will see time at the corner along with seniors Dylan Jackson and Mike Holland. “Not very big in stature but he ain’t afraid of coming downhill and playing some football,” Brakstad said of Holland. At safety, the Hawks will look to an interchangeable combination of Lamont Stubbs, Ryan Mallory, Usman Mahmood and Mason Bazala. “Defensively we have a lot of good keys set up for us to do a lot of good things,” Brakstad said. SPECIAL TEAMS Knizner returns as the Hawks’ experienced punter and sophomore Jacob Rozsahegyi will assume the kicking duties this season. Mahmood will be the primary return man for the Hawks.

LAWRENCE ‘LJ’ JONES The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012 35

2012 ATLEE VARSITY FOOTBALL PREVIEW

Raiders reload for another run at regionals By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com The Atlee football program continued on its path of redemption last season, claiming the top seed in the Division 5 playoffs by defeating both Highland Springs and Hanover before falling in the Central Region championship game. Though the Raiders replace a slew of top players from last season, head coach Roscoe Johnson expects no fall off in the level of play. “Believe it or not, we got a lot of guys back that got a lot of playing time,” he said. “We no longer say, ‘Hey, oh wow, how are we going to fill the spots that we lost. For us it’s more reloading now.” The biggest difference is the 2012 Raiders team comes in the proof of knowledge that they can defeat the best teams in the Capital District. “This group right here, nothing changes,” Johnson said. “O u r

goal is to win every game and our goal is to get back to the regional championship. “With this group, they’re like, ‘All right Coach, last year you went 8-2 regular season, 9-3. Every year you’ve been here we’ve been successful on varsity. We’re going to continue that’.” Though Atlee adds new players into the mix this season, those players come in with a winning tradition as well. “I think this group lost twice in JV and added in with the guys I had last year, it’s a good mix,” Johnson said. “I believe this is probably the most talented teams I’ve had since I’ve been here. I know this is definitely the fastest.” OFFENSE The Atlee offense starts with senior quarterback Kenner Berry. Though primarily known as a standout baseball player until last season, Berry proved to be a dangerous passer and runner, gaining valuable experience when starter Ruben

Rucker was lost to injury. Berry’s efforts towards this season started soon after falling to Hanover at home in the regional final last year. “He worked hard in the weight room,” Johnson said. “I think he’s taking it personal with the situation that happened last year. He felt he could have played better and he’s trying to show everyone he can play better.” Atlee lost three starters that were on the offensive line at the beginning of last season but due to extensive changes throughout the year, they return five players who were up front as the season wound down. Junior Nick Clarke (6’3”, 270) is expected to take on the center role while seniors Charlie Aylor (6’4”, 260), Jake Buchanan (5’8”, 235), Jay Hausler (6’1”, 260) and junior Alec Eberle (6’4”, 260) fill out the line. Senior James Scribner (5’10” 230) will also be in the mix. Senior running back

Jackson Morris is expected to take over a majority of the carries this season but sophomore Loumond Dandridge Jr. as well as juniors Austin Eacho and Tye Burris will also spend time in the ground game. At wide receiver, Atlee lost their tall go-to guy Will McCombs, who is now playing for the University of Richmond. And while it is impossible to replace a player of McCombs’ talent, Johnson is happy with the hand he’s been dealt. “We’ve got speed at the receivers and we’ve got a lot of guys that can help,” he said. In fact, Atlee has so many receivers it will be difficult for defenses to pigeon hole what they’re going to do. Two receivers who come closest to matching McCombs build are senior Chad Jacobs and junior Ross Gardner, who are both 6’3”. Both could present problems for the

secondary of opponents due to their height. Jacobs had a breakout season last year and Gardner has shown skills in practice. “He can do a lot of things that all the other kids can do,” Johnson said of Gardner. Senior Nick Montedoro did not see a lot of playing time last season but he has been making up for the absence. “We always knew he had it in him,” Johnson said. “It was just a matter of getting it out and he’s showing everybody, especially in practice, that he wants to be out there and he wants to play.” Loumond Dandridge Jr. will also spend time in the slot along with senior transfer Tyler Thomas. Junior Daniel Glymph and senior Clay McDonald will also be in the mix. DEFENSE Last season, when Coach Richard McFee brought his defensive genius to Atlee, he changed the perception of Raider football, both the internally and exter nally, into a hardnosed, hardhit-

ting, well-executed machine. “Coach Richard McFee is about detail,” Johnson said. “Detail, detail, detail and these kids have picked it up just like that. They are big into detail.” McFee and Atlee live by the motto of defense wins championships and though the Raiders lost some of their best players up front, that does not mean they have no returning experience. “Coach McFee does a good job of rotating his defensive linemen,” Johnson said. “Just because you see one defensive lineman starting, it doesn’t mean he’s going to get a lot of playing time. (McFee) does a great job of rotating them and going with who’s hot.” see RAIDERS, pg. 37 `

File photos by Charlie Leffler/The Local

Above: Atlee head coach Roscoe Johnson, left center, and defensive coordinator

TYE BURRIS

CHAD JACOBS will help the transition of new players this season. .

The Mechanicsville Local September 5, 2012

KENNER BERRY

RAIDERS Continued from pg. 36 b

Two seniors who were hot at the end of last season were defensive end Reid Ramey (6’1”, 225) and lineman Alec Eberle (6’4” 260) saw a lot of playing time. Sophomore Tanner Ramey (5’9”, 205), Reid’s younger brother, will take on an end slot. Senior Jake Walker (6’0”, 210) saw a lot of time inside last year and Tyler Atkins (6’2”, 230) along with sophomore CJ Tilton (6’0”, 255) will also see plenty of time on the field. “We’ve got a plethora of guys that were with us last year that are back and now it’s their time to shine,” Johnson said. Though he will play multiple positions on both sides of the ball, Tye Burris’ natural position is linebacker, from where he can control the opposition. “Tye Burris is an unbelievable athlete,” Johnson said. “He’s a heck of a linebacker.” Joining Burris in the middle will be junior Scott McCombs, who saw more and more playing time near the end of last season. Junior Tanner Bazemore will take on an outside linebacker slot along with Isiah Stroble. Seniors Zac Edwards and Jack Stockhausen are both making the move to outside linebacker from DB last season. The least experienced spot in the Raiders’ defense will be the secondary, where the Atlee replaces everyone. Tyler Thomas, sophomore Chalin Fairly and senior Spencer Jefferson are the front runners to get the start but junior Daniel

Glymph could also be in the mix. Freshman Ja’Qui Givens (6’2”, 155) could give Atlee size in the secondary but will need to gain experience. SPECIAL TEAMS With the graduation of Joseph Pulisic, the Raiders lost one of the best kickers in the Central Region. Pulisic was not only an accurate kicker but his punting abilities gave Atlee the opportunity to flip the field from any yardage marker. Still, Johnson is still confident in his special team capabilities. “We’re like Kicker U,” he said. “When we lose one, we always get another one.” Taking over kicking duties is a young man familiar to putting his foot on the ball, just not an oblong one. Senior soccer standout Chandler Crescentini spent the summer working out with Pulisic and quickly stepped into the vacancy. “He’s phenomenal,” Johnson said. “He is a special kid. He can punt, he can kick off.” Crescentini has talent but his biggest obstacle will be adapting to live-game situations in football. “It’s the whole initial, getting the nerves and just being relaxed, but other than that he’s a thumper. He’s got a leg.” But Johnson has confidence that Crescentini will develop into a game changer just like his predecessor. “Chandler’s going to be able to do some things to help us win some football games,” Johnson said. Atlee could use a variety of players to return kicks and punts.

Atlee volleyball has depth from 2011 team Raiders reached semiﬁnals of state playoﬀs By Billy Fellin Richmond Times Dispatch Looking back on his team’s loss in the VHSL Group AAA state semifinal game last season, Atlee High School girls volleyball coach Curtis Carpenter knows what went wrong that day. “Ocean Lakes was a good team and still is a good team,” he said. “They forced us to play their game.” As volleyball courts come alive across the area for the start of the 2012 season, the defending Central Region champion Raiders remember that game well. “The kids that return, they realize (the reason they lost),” Carpenter said. “It hasn’t set well with them.” The Raiders have made the state semifinals two years in a row, most recently losing to Ocean Lakes 16-25, 26-24, 1925, 25-16, 15-12. Carpenter said the goal for the team this year is to break through and advance to the Group AAA final. “We only had two seniors last CAPITAL DISTRICT Atlee: The defending Central Region champions come into 2012 having lost the All-Metro player of the year, Meg Bowers, to graduation, but will look to All-Metro firstteam selections Hailey Brooks and Karlie Suber for leadership. Experience is not an issue for the Raiders as they return Brooks, Suber and three other starters from the 20season. If they are to make it back to the state semifinals, they will need to work on their mental toughness and discipline. Hanover: Coach Karl Lippa’s Hawks went 15-11 and fell to James River in the

File photo by Charlie Leffler/The Local

The Atlee girls volleyball team returns depth and talent from the Raiders’ squad that has reached the state semifinals the past two years.

year, with a bunch of juniors and a couple sophomores,” he said. “They realized that we still have hard work to do but we can still compete. We still need to work hard to get there, nothing is easy and we want to continue to work hard to get past where we were last year.” One of last year’s seniors cast a long shadow. Meg Bowers, the 2011 All-Metro player of the year, accounted for a 95 percent serving rate, 198 kills and 198 digs. Seniors Hailey Brooks and Karlie Suber are some of the returning veterans that

Carpenter hopes will be able to fill in for Bowers. “Hopefully, we won’t miss a beat. There are some things we need to pick up,” he said. “That’s a big hole to fill. I think these kids, with Brooks and Suber both, they bring some nice leadership to the team. The experience they bring is priceless, especially to the younger kids.” Atlee’s opponent in last year’s region title match was James River. First-year Rapids head coach Carol Hutchings said her team is eager after its taste of state-level of play. “These girls have grown and

Central Region semifinals. Seniors Kristen Black, Mary Dustin and Katie Wolfram will need to provide leadership for the younger players, especially the four freshmen. Areas of emphasis include passing and consistently strong defense. Lee-Davis: Coming off a 17-3 season, including 12-2 in the district, Lee-Davis will look to its strong blocking and hitting skills to propel the team again. The Confederates lost only three starters. They return their kill leader, junior Becca Lass. Expect coach Sharon Gaston’s squad to have a say in how the playoffs are seeded. Glen Allen: The Jaguars are

a young team for first year coach Scott Newton. All the starters return, including outside hitter/libero Emma Goethel. Varina: New coach, Christine Suders. inherits a squad that has four starters returning. The presence of seven seniors should assure experience and maturity. Highland Springs: The Springers bring a strong and athletic team to the floor after a 9-10 record in 2011 Armstrong: Seniors Tashinah Walker in the middle and Kaitlin Scott on the outside will be the hitting, passing and serving threats for Armstrong. COLONIAL DISTRICT

The Mechanicsville Local

matured,” she said. “They know expectations are high. Nobody counted us in (last year) and we’re here to prove a point.” Carpenter thinks Hutchings has what it takes to be successful at James River. “James River probably has some talent, too,” he said. “I’ve known (Hutchings) for a long time. She should be able to take that program and do well.” Along with James River, Carpenter listed teams such as Midlothian, Mills Godwin, Deep Run, Cosby, Clover Hill are just a few in the region that should be strong this season. Atlee’s own district, the Capital, has gotten stronger as well, he said. “Lee-Davis has some younger players that are up-and-comers,” he said. “Hanover is wellcoached and they are in the same boat.” With the abundance of talent across the board, Carpenter said the Raiders can’t view another trip to the state tournament as a given. “We can’t take anyone lightly,” he said. “Whoever is on the other side of the net, whoever it is, we’ll go after them.” Billy Fellin is a staff writer for the Richmond Times Dispatch. Patrick Henry: Seniors Ellen Davidson, Hannah Herbert and Sarah Puckett return for the Patriots and will need to fill leadership roles following the departure of five starters. Juniors Amber Lee, Rachel Adams and Rachel Brannon as well as sophomore Kayla Hall will be learning and stepping up for coach Billy Farmer’s team. —Billy Fellin Note: Capsules are listed in order of predicted district finish. Preview forms were not received from schools not listed. Information was provided by coaches.

September 5, 2012 37

2012 LEE-DAVIS VARSITY FOOTBALL PREVIEW

Confederates look to grind out a good year By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com After reaching the playoffs for the first time in 12 years, Lee-Davis comes into the 2012 season facing the unenviable task of replacing a pair of talented offensive standouts; quarterback Israel Vaughn and running back Tyler Eaton. Both players are currently on college rosters, Vaughn at the University of Virginia and Eaton at Christopher Newport University. “Those two loses were huge for us because they were our most explosive players,” said Confederates’ head coach Zac Hayden. ‘We’re trying to replace them some kind of way with players that we have.” Under Hayden’s leadership, Lee-Davis has continued a steady climb and the coach expects the 2012 squad to continue that trend. “They’ve been enthusiastic,” Hayden said. “They’ve been willing to do everything they need to do…I think each off season the work ethic has gotten better.”

The Confederates also face the unenviable task of playing one of the toughest schedules in the Central Region. LeeDavis starts things off as host to Hermitage, arguably the best team in the state, they then play an improved Hopewell squad on the road and an underrated team from Patrick Henry before kicking off the brutal Capital District slate. “I don’t know of another team around here that plays a harder schedule,” Hayden said. But last year proved, the difficult slate paid off in power points that got them into the playoffs despite finishing the regular season with a 6-4 record. OFFENSE Under Hayden, the LeeDavis offense has developed a trend of improvement throughout the season with the Confederates playing their best at the

end of the year. Hayden attributes the gradual build up to his concentration on the ground attack. “We run the ball and that’s a rhythmic thing,” he said. “It’s something you’ve got to continually work at and try to get better at. You hit your stride late. “Running the ball and what we do on offense kind of predicates getting into it later in the year and that’s kind of what we want to do, what you need to do to be successful.” Likewise, a strong running game can ease the transition of getting a new quarterback up to speed. The foundation of any team’s running attack starts at the line of scrimmage and that is where Lee-Davis could be the strongest. Senior Russell Munn (5’11’, 260) and junior Ryan Cross (6’2”, 215) have both started since their freshman seasons. While the rest of

the line positions are up for grabs, the Confederates are not without experience up front. Juniors Dillon Pearson (5’9”, 185), David Pollock (5’11”, 235), Andrew Sergeant (6’0”, 175) along with newcomers Kevin Mckeon and Blaine Shifflett will all battle for the start. “Those guys are going to plug-in and plug-out and figure out what our best combination is to be successful,” Hayden said. Though Eaton is gone, LeeDavis returns three talented running backs to eat up the turf. Senior Chris Simpson (6’1”, 210) will be a primary ball carrier for the third straight year. Simpson, who has improved every year on the field, has the size and speed to break through tackles and run away from defenses.

Classmates Jordan Prentiss (5’9”, 175”) and the athletic Deshaun Rogers (5’7”, 160) will give the Confederates a threeheaded ground attack. Lee-Davis will work in a quarterback this season but currently three players are in the mix to take the snaps. Hayden could end up playing them all in given situations. Rogers along with senior DJ Ballard (5’11”, 170) and Brandon Sulser have all seen time in the pocket throughout camp and give the Confederates different looks. “We’re going to go through scrimmages and figure out who the man is,” Hayden said. “It may be a combination of all three…It’s not ideal but it’s what your team buys into and b elie ves in and h a s con-

fidence in terms of what they’re trying to do.” When Rogers isn’t playing every other position the field he could see time at wide receiver along with newcomer Tim Hewlett and Colin Stone, who makes the transition from JV. Senior Nick Taylor (5’9”, 165) could also see time as a wideout. Junior Austin Rice (6’4”, 215), who came on strong at the end of last season, will split time between tight end and receiver while classmate Taylor Campbell (6’1”, 190) and senior Austin Rich (6’2”, 185) will play at tight end. Senior Zach Edgett (5’10”, 190) will play the H, which is a position between fullback and slot. “He does a good job in the backfield for us,” Hayden said. Sophomore Dal’quon Mundy could also see time at the H. A talented newcomer to keep an eye on is Sam Newsome. Last fall Newsome, who played running back and linebacker for the Lee-Davis JV squad, was named to the first over OffenseDefense Junior All-American Bowl. DEFENSE Junior all-district, all-region defensive lineman Donald Kidd (6’1”, 225) returns as the top front man from last season. “I think he has the potential to play college at some level,” Hayden said. “He does really well.” Kidd can see C-FEDS, pg. 39`

File photos by Charlie Leffler/The Local

AARON BOLDEN 38

With holes to fill this season, LeeDavis head coach Zac Hayden, center, will look for leadership from returning seniors Aaron Bolden, left, at safety and running back Chris Simpson, right.

The Mechanicsville Local September 5, 2012

COACH ZAC HAYDEN

CHRIS SIMPSON

King William rolls past New Kent 49-18 in opener By Thomas C. Dizier for The Mechanicsville Local KING WILLIAM – Last season, one yard is what separated the King William football team from its second straight Group A Division 2 semifinal game ,and a 13-0 record. That alone was enough motivation this season for the Cavaliers seven returning starters on offense and six on defense. The King William seniors, along with the team captains, got together in the off-season and adopted a mantra – Unfinished Business. According to second-year coach Jim Henderson, that yard and motto motivated the team in the off-season. As a result, the Cavaliers worked hard in the weight room to get bigger, stronger and faster with one goal in mind – to win a state championship. Well, as any team knows, you can’t go 10-0 in the regular season without first going 1-0 and on Friday night King William took care of business in its home opener, and then some. The Cavaliers rocked 453 total yards and rolled to a 49-18 victory over visiting New Kent in a non-district game. “We took what they gave us tonight.” Henderson explained. “They shut down the passing game some so we went to the run in the second quarter and wore them down.” Despite a 25-point first quarter, it was the second

C-FEDS Continued from pg. 38 b

play either the defensive end or defensive tackle slot. Though primarily linebackers, Chris Simpson and DJ Ballard could also see time on the line while Hayden incorporates newcomers. Seniors Austin Rich (6’2”, 185) and Daniel Carey (5’9”, 170) as well as juniors Andy

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

quarter where the Tidewater District team found its rhythm and started to exude its offensive prowess. “The kids understood what we talked to them about before the game, about playing with tempo,” Henderson said. “New Kent is a pretty good and physical football team. We decided we wanted to run right at them and wear them down. We felt we had accomplished that when some of their players were bending over and grabbing their pants legs.” Henderson had three backs – quarterback Freeman McPhearson and running backs

Shawn Chandler and Camarjae Peatross – who flirted with the 100-yard mark. Though none of it would have been possible without the stellar play of the offensive line. Namely three veteran players, – left tackle Brandon Jackson, who moved over from his guard position, Cory Fox and Barton Stone. “I thought our offensive line was outstanding,” Henderson said. “They helped us have three running back putting up big numbers. Defensively, we played well early and then they ran some unbalance-line stuff at us and at times we didn’t adjust ,but in the second half a

Ordaz (5’10”, 310) and Dallas Cosby (6’0”, 200) will also be in the mix on the defensive line. Hayden considers senior linebacker Mark Reisenweaver (5’7”, 165) as the heart and soul of the defense and he should lead the attack again this year. Senior Jason Carter (5’10”, 215) and Jordan Prentiss along with junior Adam Boyle (5’8”, 160) will also take on roles at linebacker.

Senior Nic Taylor and junior Winston Yates (5’11”, 175) and sophomore Dal’qoun Mundy (5’8”, 155) could also see time at outside linebacker. Deshaun Rogers will also bring his talents to the defensive secondary. Hayden is currently looking at Blake Stattleman and Tim Hewlett in the secondary as well. Senior Aaron Bolden (5’11”, 175) will see time at safety.

At left: Cavalier do-everything quarterback Freeman McPhearson scored passing and rushing while racking up 178 yards of offense. Above: King William quarterback Jacob Jones (11) pushes the ball up the middle of the New Kent defense. In a backup role, Jones threw for two touchdowns and rushed for 75 yards in the 49-18 win.

tip of the hat goes out to them. “They could have laid down [and just let the time run out] but they kept fighting back. Hats off to their players and coach Dan Rounds for the effort. We were forced to make some adjustments.” McPhearson, the focal point of last year’s offense, tossed for 1,856 yards and 29 touchdowns in 2011 in an offense that averaged 43 points per game. McPhearson also toted the ball 140 times for 904 yards and 14 TDs. On Friday, the 6-4, 205-pounder’s numbers looked like this. He was 5-for-7 in SPECIAL TEAMS Sophomore Stephen Hall returns as the starting kicker from last season and punting duties could be split between Hall, Taylor Campbell and Tyler Sergeant. Senior Aaron Bolden will be the primary return man for the Confederates. *Player heights and weights are from 2011 roster.

the air for 92 yards while, on the ground; he carried the ball eight times for 86 yards and a touchdown. He also played defense for the first time in his career and was an integral member of the kicking game. Behind basically the same line that helped the Cavaliers get to a Group A Division 2 quarterfinal game against Goochland, Chandler, who rushed for 482 yards last season, carried the ball 13 times for 90 yards and a TD while the sophomore Peatross chipped in with 94 yards on 12 carries. The Cavaliers defense was replacing more than half their starters but defensive end Jayvon Temple was joined by Chandler and Kevin Waller – each an all-district performer last season to subdue New Kent. King William wasted little time getting on the board as game-time temperature was 91 degrees. On the opening kickoff, the Cavaliers’ Deondre

Lee recovered a fumble. Four plays later, Chandler rambled in from 9 yards out for the first score. Spencer Keaton converted the point-after-attempt to give King William the 7-0 lead. It would be the only extra point of the night for the Cavaliers. However, New Kent had the answer as the Trojans capped a five-play, 43-yard drive with a 9-yard touchdown run by senior running back Trey Lee. The PAT was blocked and King William held on to a one-point lead just three minutes into the contest. It was then that the home team created separation. Less than four minutes later, McPhearson hit Jason Gresham for a terrific 56-yard pass play that took the ball down to the 1-yard line. On the next play, the 6-4 length that McPhearson possesses, dove in for the score and gave the Cavaliers the 13-6 lead as the point-after attempt was no good. see CAVALIERS, pg. 41 `

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012 39

2012 PATRICK HENRY VARSITY FOOTBALL PREVIEW

Patriots should exceed expectations By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com The Patrick Henry football team finished 2011 with a 2-8 record but the wins and losses was not a true measure of the young team’s talent. Not only did the Patriots face early losses from their roster but their schedule developed into one of the toughest in the state as Hermitage, Atlee, Hanover and Lee-Davis all made the playoffs while John Marshall barely missed out on the post season. Patriots’ head coach Sam Hart knew early on he was in for a long year so he made the best of a bad situation, getting experience for young players. “The schedule was tough, then we had a lot of injuries very early in the year,” he said “We weren’t getting those kids back until maybe game nine or 10. We prepared. We went out with what we had. We played with what we had and we tried to compete. That’s something as a high school coach, you cannot ward off injuries. You have to play with what you’re dealt. You can’t go out and recruit players. “Some freakish things happened and there was nothing we

could do,” Hart said. “We just had to move on week to week.” This year the schedule gets no easier and possibly even harder as Patrick Henry starts off by taking on the three Hanover County schools that were playoff contenders last year then wraps up the season at arguably the best team in the state of Virginia, Hermitage, who has already played on ESPNU. Throw in a John Marshall squad that finished 7-3 in 2011 for good measure and the Patriots could become demoralized before the season even starts, but that has not the case. “We’re upbeat in practice this year,” Hart said. “Certainly kids could come in and be down but we haven’t allowed that. We’ve had some good practices and we’ve tried to shore some things up.” Because attitude alone is a major contributor to a team’s success, Patrick Henry could be a team to keep an eye on in 2012. Not

only are they healthy but they return several young players that gained valuable experience last season filling in for injured teammates. “We’re just going to have to step up our game and play like we need to play,” Hart said. “We’ve got to depend on our seniors- and sophomores tag along a little bit and put forth their piece of the puzzle and hopefully it will all come together for us.” OFFENSE Sophomore Chesdin Harrington (6’2”, 165) is a quarterback that plays beyond his years, which could be contributed to being force into a starting role as a freshman. Harrington is mobile and has a good arm but a level head is what separates him from the pack. “One of Chesdin’s best assets is his poise,” Hart said. “He played var-

sity baseball and he was thrown into the fire with us.” Harrington’s best game last season came against the best team on Patrick Henry’s schedule; Hermitage. “Hermitage hadn’t allowed about 14 points all year and he comes in and we score 13 or 14 against them,” Hart said. Junior Travis Phillips started at quarterback last season but was sidelined after suffering a concussion. Phillips could also see time in the pocket but will be an asset in other slots on the field as well. At 6’0”, 160, Phillips would appear to be undersized but he makes up for that with his mobility and elusiveness. The Patriots return only one starter on the offensive line,

sophomore tackle Eli Hanback, but he is one super sophomore. The 6’3”, 261 lineman is already a standout after his freshman season. “Eli’s a very good football player,” Hart said. “He handles himself very well. Unlike any sophomore that I’ve ever coached, especially up front. “Last year we thought he was ready and he came up and played really well for us as a freshman,” Hart said. “I think he’s going to be a heck of a football player for someone on the next level.” Hanback will be the elder statesman on a line of less experienced juniors. Si Strong (6’0”, 220) will occupy the other tackle slot while Tyrek Turner (6’1”, 330) and Chris Branson (5’9”, 260) take over at guard. Senior Cole Potridge (5’6”, 220) will be at center. Returning seniors Otis Harris (5’7”, 160) and Bryson Wong (5’11”, 165) will

take turns at running back. Though near the same size, they have a different character on the field. Harris is speedy and elusive while Wong is more of a bruiser, who is capable to stepping out as a receiver. When not in the pocket, Phillips will play wide receiver along with senior Nathan Boone (5’11”, 180). Hart feels Boone, the son of William & Mary defensive coordinator Scott Boone, is the one player on the team he never has to worry about. “He’s a coach’s son,” Hart laughed. “You don’t have to say too much about him as far as situations.” Talented senior Kahlil Mock (6’3”, 180) should also see time at receiver and could give defensive secondaries fits. Senior Nathan Dunham (5’10”, 185) will step into the tight end slot this season. DEFENSE The Patriot defense is loaded with athletic ability but lacking in experience up front. Patrick Henry returns only two lineman see PATRIOTS, pg. 41 `

File photos by Charlie Leffler/The Local

After going 2-8 last season, Patrick Henry head coach Sam Hart, right center, will look to the

OTIS HARRIS 40

Wong, left center, and Kahlil Mock, far

The Mechanicsville Local September 5, 2012

BRYSON WONG

COACH SAM HART

KAHLIL MOCK

Strong ﬁrst half lifts Johns Hopkins past R-MC 36-13 Blue Jays end half on 20-0 run Contributed report

BALTIMORE – Johns Hopkins scored 20 unanswered points in the final seven minutes of the first-half and bottled up the RandolphMacon offense throughout as the Blue Jays topped the Yellow Jackets 36-13 in football action Saturday afternoon. A big first-half saw the Johns Hopkins defense hold R-MC to 11 yards on 19 carries on the ground, sack R-MC

quarterback Zac Naccarato four times, all helping Hopkins to a 348-42 advantage in total yards during the first 30 minutes. JHU got things going on the first play of the game when John Rigaud slipped out of several R-MC tacklers’ arms and skipped 62 yards to put the Blue Jays at the R-MC 13. Rigaud scored four plays later to give Hopkins the early 7-0 advantage. Things would stay that way until a 13-play, 80-yard drive resulted in JHU score to push its lead to 13-0 with 7:20 to go in the half. The Blue

Jays then tacked on a pair of touchdowns in the final 4:07 to take a 27-0 advantage into the locker room at halftime. The Jackets came out fighting, taking the second half kickoff and promptly driving 70 yards on 15 plays in eight minutes to get on the board at 27-7. Will McGhee carried the ball for 28 yards on the drive including a 10-yard scoring run. On JHU’s ensuing possession, R-MC’s Michael Weldon came up with an interception to give the Jackets the ball back on their own two yard line, but Hopkins would

Local duo part of historic win CAVALIERS Staff reports

Two local athletes were part of a historic moment on Saturday as the Ohio University Bobcats pulled off a 24-14 win at Penn State. Mechanicsville’s Skylar Allen is the starting center for Ohio U. and Hanover alum Blake Jones recorded a solo tackle at line-

PATRIOTS Continued from pg. 40 b

from last season, senior tackle Mart Nutter (5’11”, 225) and senior end Cody Griffin (5’6”, 200). Senior Blake Barnhill (6’2”, 205) will take up the other tackle slot while tall junior Tony Smith (6’6”, 240) will occupy the other end position. From the line back, the Patriots are loaded with explosive, athletic players. Second team all-district senior K.J. Evans (5’6”, 240) returns at linebacker along side senior Kenny McDowell (5’10”, 200). Sophomores Bender Vaught (5’10”, 170) and Parrish Gordon (6’1”, 190) will also both see time at linebacker. There is no fall off with the Patriots’ defensive second-

backer in the Bobcats’ win. The game in Happy Valley was the first since the trial of former PSU assistant coach Jerry Sandusky and the death of legendary head coach Joe Paterno. Penn St. took a 14-3 lead in the first half before Ohio U. closed out the game on a 21-0 run. ary. Seniors Travis Phillips and Bryson Wong give Patrick Henry talent and experience at the corners. Junior B.J. Brim (5’10”, 185) and senior Kahlil Mock (6’3”, 185) bring athleticism to the safety positions. Mock’s size and talent will make it difficult for opponents to go deep on his side of the field. “We’re looking for good things from Kahlil,” Hart said. “He’ll get the opportunity to play on the next level, there’s no question about it.” SPECIAL TEAMS The Patriots return their most experience on special teams. Junior Connor McKee is back as kicker and senior Nathan Boone is back as punter. Seniors Otis Harris and Terrelle Robinson (5’2”, 130) will share duties on returns.

Continued from pg. 39 b

After New Kent went threeand-out, King William recorded its third score of the quarter as Chandler went in from 2 yards out and capped a fiveplay, penalty-laden, 50-yard drive. For the second straight time the PAT failed, and the Cavaliers rout was on. Moments later, King William co-captain Damon Robinson picked up an errant backward pass (lateral) and went in for the fifth touchdown of the first period, the fourth by the Cavaliers. The kicking game continued with its PAT woes but the home team did take a 19-point lead (25-6) into the second quarter. King William, despite a holding penalty, put together its nicest drive of the night with sophomore Jacob Jones under center and McPhearson split out wide. Jones, a 5-8, 145pound sophomore, completed two passes to McPhearson and carried the ball three times for 21 yards, but it was another sophomore, Peatross, who registered the touchdown, his first of the season. The Cavaliers had clearly found their groove. On the

snatch back the momentum sacking Naccarato in the end zone to go up 29-7 with 4:31 to play in the third quarter. Naccarato finished the game 17-of-25 for 165 and one touchdown as he found Luke Sellers for an 8-yard scoring strike as the final gun sounded. Christian Cook caught seven passes for 89 yards, while Sellers had four grabs for 46 yards. Andrew Leonard led the defense with 12 tackles on the days. JHU had three players with at least 70 yards rushing, led by J.D. Abbott’s 123 and Rigaud’s 97. Daniel Wodicka had 11

catches for 108 yards and a touchdown. Hani Annabi had 10 stops for the Hopkins defense that finished the game with seven sacks. Randolph-Macon will open the newly renovated Day Field this Saturday at 1 p.m. when it takes on the Cougars of Averett University. The field dedication ceremony will begin at 11 a.m.

ensuing possession, they took over on their own 6-yard line and with McPhearson back at QB; the team easily pushed the ball into Trojans territory. Ironically, the team entered the red zone and ticked five minutes off the clock but came away with no points. However, the good news was the drive was nearly mistake free. A first for the night. Plus, it set up another fine defensive play when New Kent was forced to punt out of its own end zone. The kick was blocked by a slew of King William players and sophomore Marcus Jackson landed on the ball in the end zone for the Cavaliers, who took a 43-6 lead into the locker room for intermission. At the half, the home team maintained a major advantage in total yardage (401-84). Two QBs were getting action and settling in with the high-octane offense of Coach Henderson. The defense allowed just one score and the only black eye was the five consecutive failed PATs (four blocked). The Cavaliers received to start the second half and Robinson, a 5-6, 140-pound senior, returned it 61 yards and was brought down by a horse-collar tackle and thus

King William received a 15yard penalty that put the ball on the New Kent 23-yard line. The Cavaliers scored five plays later as Jones hit Kevin Waller for the 17-yard TD hookup. Waller became the fourth King William player to score on the night. Then, New Kent handed the ball off often to Lee, and he went 9, 35, 6 and 15 yards (touchdown) respectively to get the Trojans to 12 points on the evening. That was followed up by a heavy dose of Davion Barnes, who had no carries in the first half, but rushed for 86 yards on seven carries in the second half and he set up Lee to register his second TD of the game and provide the final margin. Lee paced the Trojans with 116 yards on 12 carries while quarterback Luke Melching tossed for 108 yards on a 6-for13 effort in the air. With the win, King William improved to 1-0 while New Kent fell to 0-1. The Cavaliers play host to Essex, a team they beat 33-14 last year, on Friday while the Trojans travel to Lafayette in Williamsburg.

R-MC................... 0 0 7 6 – 13 J Hopkins............. 7 20 2 7 – 36

Abbott 15-123; Rigaud 10-97; Cherry 11-70; Matey 7-28; Finkel 1-18; Anderson 1-5; Barletta 3-4. PASSING: R-MC: Naccarato 17 completions, 25 attemtps, 165 yards, 0 interceptions. Hopkins: Matey 15-20-166-2. RECEIVING: R-MC: Christian Cook 7 catches, 89 yards; Luke Sellers 4-46; McGhee 4-28; Midula 1-4; Sanders 1- -2. Hopkins: Wodicka 11-108; Rigaud 2-38; Cherry 1-19/ Abbott 1-1. Net yardage RUSHING: R-MC 32; Hopkins 244

PASSING: R-MC 165; Hopkins RUSHING: R-MC: Drake Sanders 166 20 carries, 35 yards; Will McGhee 10-30; Vance Hendren 1-3; Team TOTAL OFFENSE: R-MC 197; 1-2; Zac Naccarato 8- -34. Hopkins: Hopkins 510.

New Kent............... 6 0 6 6 – 12 King William........ 25 18 6 0 – 49

The Mechanicsville Local

First Quarter KW – Chandler 4 run (Keaton kick) 11:28 NK – Lee 9 run (kick blocked) 9:51 KW – McPherson (kick failed) 7:35 KW – Chandler 2 run (kick blocked) 3:33 KW – Robinson 14 fumble recovery (kick blocked) 2:36 Second Quarter KW – Peatross 2 run (kick blocked) 8:03 KW – Jackson fumble recovery in the end zone (kick blocked) 2:43 KW – McPhearson 2 pass from Jones (kick blocked) Third Quarter KW – Waller 17 pass from Jones (kick blocked) 7:03 NK – Lee 15 run (pass failed) 4:32 Fourth Quarter KW – Lee 30 run (kick blocked) 7:14 RUSHING New Kent: Lee 12-116, Mechling 5-minus 23, Barnes 7-86, Chalmers 2-8, Dunn 1-3. King William: McPhearson 8-86, Chandler 13-90, Peatross 12-94, Jones 6-15, Robinson 1-2, King 1-6. PASSING New Kent: Mechling 6-14 – 108. King William: McPhearson 5-7—92; Jones 9-14—75. RECEIVING New Kent: Dunn 4-64, Chalmers 15, Robinson 1-39. King William: Robinson 3-57, Gresham 2-58, McPhearson 3-19, Simons 3-32, Waller 2-21, Smith 15.

September 5, 2012 41

Keselowski leading NASCAR’s youth movement By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Over a span of a little more than 18 months, NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski has completed a turnaround. Not only has Keselowski been burning doughnuts on the track but he has also completed a 180 in the public eye as well. Throughout his early career, Keselowski was saddled with a bad boy image by wrecking drivers to gain an advantage; an image that even he admits was somewhat justified. But in early June of last year, Keselowski began winning, not through contact but by simply proving his ability as a driver. By late August he had made three trips to victory lane and race fans got a chance to see the sunny side of Keselowskihis quirky sense of humor and good nature. With that his popularity grew. However, Keselowski’s biggest moment in the spotlight of

his young career came not from driving but from the use of his cell phone. Following Juan Pablo Montoya’s fiery crash into a track dryer at Daytona in February, Keselowksi happened to be in the right place at the right time with the right tool in his hands. As drivers parked under a red flag during cleanup, Keselowski began Tweeting directly from the track and suddenly a social media star was born. Though NASCAR would normally frown upon a driver having a phone on hand during the race, Keselowski actually promoted the organizations social media efforts better than they themselves could have ever dreamed or planned. “Social Media is a very important initiative, not only for myself, but for the sport of NASCAR, to engage the fan base and show them what we’re all about,” Keselowski said. “The little more access that we can

ing.” Social media also allows Keselowksi to track his own popularity. His national demographics shows he is most popular in Texas, Florida, California, Ohio, Tennessee, North Carolina and his home state of Michigan. One unexpected demographicfromTheMechanicsville Local web site show Keselowksi’s fan base is made up of 58.6 percent women, the majority of which are aged 35 and older. Even Keselowksi appeared surprised by those numbers but quickly explained his popularity online among women. “I think our female fans are more tech savvy,” he said. Despite local demographics, because of his social media Charlie Leffler/The Local exposure, Keselowski has pretty NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski, above right, was caught off guard by the corn hole talents much become the poster boy of Rams’ Associate Head Basketball Coach Mike Rhoades when the two faced off on the VCU campus last week. for the youth movement in proprovide, the better experience leaders on that front. name on Twitter spotlighted, moting NASCAR. Last Monday, it’s going to be for our fans. I’m “Certainly Daytona was a with so many things I took pho- he dropped in at the Commons committed to being one of the special moment with having my tos of. That was very interestsee KESELOWSKI, pg. 43 `

For the sake of this country, JJ must not win Sixth Cup could spell catastrophe By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com

File photo by Charlie Leffler/The Local

Could another NASCAR title by Jimmie Johnson lead to the end of civilization as we know it?

While political pundits fling mud and extol their personal virtues to gain advantage in the public eye, dedicated Americans should turn their focus towards a far different, and in my opinion, more important race heading into November. Along the campaign trail Democrats and Republicans rant and rave that the country’s economic future is balanced on the outcome of this year’s presidential election. However, in reality the financial future of the United States does not hinge on either Barack Obama or Mitt Romney’s victory but rather on making sure

The Mechanicsville Local September 5, 2012

that Jimmie Johnson does not win another Sprint Cup title. When the US economy began to falter in 2006 many economists contributed the slump to banking and the housing market. What people fail to recognize is 2006 also marked Johnson’s first Sprint Cup Championship. In 2007 the economy continued to slide as Johnson won a second time. From 2008-2010 things were no better and Johnson continued to claim title after title. Finally there was light on the horizon and the economy began to rebound in 2011. Was it because Tony Stewart won the Sprint Cup title? No. It was because Johnson lost. Now here we are in 2012, the economy is once again headed south and it doesn’t take a genius

to see that Johnson is once again poised to take the Sprint Cup title. Therefore, I feel it is the patriotic duty of every true American to make sure Johnson does not win again. The future of this country could depend upon it. While Johnson exudes the perception of being All-American, Americans can easily be misled by their own perceptions. I mean how else can you explain Taylor Hicks winning American Idol Season 5? Besides, can you really trust a man from modern day California that grows a beard? Really? I don’t want to say Johnson is unAmerican, but let his beard grow out and put him in a shapka and he does look a little, well… Eastern Blockish. So if race fans should side against Johnson, who should they root for

to fuel-inject the economy? Tony Stewart is the guy who bracketed Johnson’s five-title streak. His win appears to have initiated a small rebound in the economy last year. He was born and raised in the heartland of Indiana. He is as All-American as they come, but so is Bob Knight and Stewart showed a little of that flinging emotion at Bristol. Enough said. Kasey Kahne is another driver that would seem a prime candidate with his good looks and easy attitude. But he may be a little too laid back with snowboarding and wakeboarding as hobbies. We’re looking for someone to resuscitate the economy, not do an inverted Nollie frontflip. Even though he is another California guy, Kevin Harvick has a see JOHNSON, pg. 43 `

Sadler has Nationwide title in his sights By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Coming into the stretch run towards the Nationwide championship, Emporia’s Elliott Sadler has proven to be not only one of the most consistent drivers in his but any NASCAR Series this year. Salder is one of only three drivers in the top three NASCAR Series with four wins. He is averaging a 7.3 finish in 23 races with 10 Top-5s and 17 Top-10s. How hot is Sadler? He is currently one win away from tying his career total prior to 2012. With 10 races to go he is also close to topping his winnings for all of last year. Ironically, Sadler did not win a single race last year but finished second in Nationwide points, -45 behind champion Rickey Stenhouse Jr. For Sadler, the difference this season has simply been winning, which feeds itself. “Winning races has been big for us,” he said. “It gets momentum

to know what position we’re going and it gets mojo going. “It’s something we live off of. in, who we’re racing. We’ve got Something that we missed last to understand the environment year.” he said. “It’s such a long around us; Situational racing. If season. If you can’t hang your we’ve got a chance to go for the hat on a win here or there, the win, we need to win the race.” The NAPA Auto Parts 200 attitude and mojo just kind of goes downhill. But if you get a road race in Montreal was one win every once in a while it just such case where Sadler had to evaluate his environment. really changes things.” Sadler held a four point Sitting in fourth place on the final lap, Sadler lead over had a chance Stenhouse to pass Jacques when he Villeneuve and came to “I’m so jealous pick up addiRichmond of Denny Hamlin tional points in the to be able to win but decided betspring. Five at your home ter of it due to months track.” Villeneuve’s hislater that ELLIOTT SADLER tory of wrecking lead has NASCAR driver drivers. grown to “We need to 12 points take that fourth and Sadler’s and not get third strategy on and risk everything to finish the track has changed. “I think we got to know 30th,” Sadler said. “You’ve got to which tracks that we’re going know who you’re racing. “I think we’ve just got to be to and if it’s a strong track for us or not,” he said. “We’ve got very smart the next (9) races

KESELOWSKI

Basketball Coach Mike Rhoades and VCU Athletic Director Ed McLaughlin into a competitive corn hole match. It was a competition that Rhoades dominated as the VCU pair took the win. But Keselowski hoped to address the local competitiveness in promoting NASCAR to the student body. “You talk about basketball here, you’ve got to like their passion for basketball,” he said. “Hopefully we can share that with racing.” Following Daytona, Keselowski’s popularity has continued to grow. He completed the transformation from overly aggressive driver to simply a hard-nosed competitor; which was clearly shown as he battled Marcos Ambrose to the checkered flag at Watkins Glen. Despite finishing second, Keselowski was exhilarated with

Continued from pg. 42 b

on the campus of VCU to talk to students. “I’m 28 years old so I’m still not too old for college in a way,” he said. “It’s great to always try to bring in young fans, especially with Richmond being one of the few tracks we got to that’s really located in the city. “We want to get all of the younger guys out that we can and show them what we’re all about,” Keselowksi said then added a hint of his trademark humor. “Certainly there’s a lot of similarities between racing and the college crowd. We both like to drink a lot of beer.” While at VCU, Keselowski teamed with Richmond International Raceway President Dennis Bickmeier to take on Rams’ Associate Head

sive to his efforts. Sadler has often said he would rather win in Richmond than win the Daytona 500. “God, I would love to win at this place once, somehow, someway,” he said. “I’m so jealous of Denny Hamlin to be able to win at your home track. Everybody dreams of winning at your home track and we’d

love to make that happen.” At Richmond, Sadler’s car will sport a special paint scheme commemorating the 100th anniversary of his sponsor One Main Financial. “We have like a chrome car,” Sadler said. “It is neat looking and I’m very proud to be able to have that here at Richmond close to home.” Somewhat surprisingly, for those who do not know Sadler well, with the Nationwide season drawing to a close and a championship on the line, his mind is not completely on racing. “I judge it differently than most people because hunting season’s starting up,” Sadler said. “I’ve got a lot of work to get done in the (9) weeks before hunting season starts. “On one part of my life, racing, (9) weeks are going to be kind of long,” he said. “On the other part of my life, the (9) weeks before hunting season starts, I’ve got to get a lot of work done.” However, on the track at Richmond, Sadler will have his sights set on one target; victory lane.

doesn’t need is more confusion. Martin Truex Jr. could be a dark horse in this campaign. He showed he’s not afraid to get his hands dirty by working on a clam boat for his father. He’s even got that beard that almost Lincolnesque. Hmmm. Matt Kenseth is a man on the move. He’s definitely going somewhere. The problem is, he isn’t telling anybody and America’s hiding too many secrets already. When it comes to down home, play-in-the dirt AllAmericans, no one can top Clint Bowyer. Heck, he’s even a huge Elvis fan. But at the same time that gives you get a sneaking suspicion that he’s got a sequined jump suit hiding in one of his closets. That’s not the

type of thing you want to see come out when you’re on the road to recovery. You can rule out Brad Keselowski because few people can pronounce or spell his name correctly. That leaves Denny Hamlin and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Hamlin is young, energetic, good looking and likeable. The one disadvantage Hamlin has is he is not Junior. “Dale Jr. won in Michigan and it seemed like a holiday,” Keselowski said. How much more American can you get than that? But it doesn’t really matter who comes out on top in November as long as everyone sticks to the plan that Jimmie Johnson must lose.

The Mechanicsville Local

September 5, 2012 43

File photo by Charlie Leffler/The Local

Emporia’s Elliott Sadler, left, would love nothing better than winning a NASCAR race at RIR. He comes into this weekend as the Nationwide points leader.

on pit strategy and me being a smart race car driver and me not putting us in a bad situation. We still want to win races and we’re going to win a couple more races. We’ve just got to take it when it comes.” And there is nowhere Salder would rather win than how the race played out. in Richmond, but it is the one “I do take a lot of pride in track that has proven most elubeing known as a hard-nosed racer,” he said. “Racing is supposed to be tough and I want to Continued from pg. 42 b make it tough on my competitors. They’re going to make it grittiness that many American’s tough on me and at the end of admire. However, give him a the day may the toughest man handlebar mustache and black top hat and he would resemble win.” Keselowski sits sixth in Professor Fate, Jack Lemon’s points coming into Richmond, character in ‘The Great Race’. but he has achieved that mark Fate won that race while underby crossing the fine line between mining his opponents along the way. If this was politics, Harvick wreckless and hard-nosed. Just as last year, Keselowski would be a shoe-in, but this is comes into Richmond with racing. Kyle Busch as a figure of three wins and a lock for his second Chase. But this year he stability? I don’t think so. Greg Biffle recently elimihopes to truly challenge for the nated himself from contention championship. “I think the #2 team is better by stating his dislike for being than ever,” he said. “We have just politically incorrect…which as much energy. There’s youth. was, well, politically incorrect. There’s passion and now a little Besides, his name is too close to baffle and one thing this country bit of experience.”

JOHNSON

2754506-01

Search all MLS Listings @ www. erawoodyhogg. com

Kevin Morris 427-5138

Sandra Willis 380-3804

Elaine Taton 427-5132

Woody Hogg 427-5101

Mark Farmer 840-7022

Bradley Boykin 427-5104

Gene Seargent 427-5124

Tripp Hogg 427-5110

Kitty Gathright 339-8850

Bryan Boykin 427-5126

John Thiel 427-5137

Logan Ryan Rob Ransome 241-4525 427-5088

Kathy Carmichael 427-5106

Ryan Mabie 427-5139

Austin 874-1430 Laurel Bartlett Marlene Austin Cornell Fraites Julie 908-2020 427-5134 437-1253 427-5093 Karvelis

J.J. Cox 301-8633

Fran McCauley 427-5116

Jeremy Roberts Robert Price Chuck Shepherd Charles Stancil Bob Broaddus Lizzy Hogg Losi Carolyn Fleischer Pam Hogg 427-5090 427-5121 335-5241 427-5099 370-1144 427-5102 427-5125 427-5145

Otto Long 427-5115

Garry Smith 909-9626

Joe Sperry 417-1251

Becky Morgan Sonny Haynes 334-8064 357-3921

Morning Glory

The Virginian Plan Features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, family rm, eat-in kitchen, custom oak cabinets, granite countertops in kitchen and bath, vinyl siding, brick front porch with aluminum railings, rear deck, and paved drive. $199,950 with $2,000 closing cost paid by seller. This home can be finished in 30 Days.

The newest community with homes finished by Balducci Builders and features ranch plans starting at $199,950 and 2story plans starting at $229,950. Builder is offering $2,000 towards closing cost. 31 lots to choose from. Open every Sat and Sun 2-5pm

Call Bradley Boykin for more info. 427-5104

1233 Mill Road

Come see this maintenance free 3 bedroom, 2 full bath rancher that sits perfectly on 2.18 acres. Exterior offers vinyl siding, country porch, storage shed w/ electricity, circular drive, 16 X 16 rear deck, heat pump, and lots of nature. Interior offers cathedral ceiling in the family room, gas fireplace, French doors from the Dining room open to the large rear deck. Kitchen has lots of cabinet space and a built-in microwave. Master Suite has master bath, large closets, and ceiling fans throughout! $179,950.

Call Kevin Morris 804-652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts 804-382-6899.

ATLEE HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Dont miss this 4 bedroom and 2.5 bath home in the atlee high district with lots of upgrades. Home includes new windows, new heat pump/central air, new rear privacy fence, hardwood and tile flooring, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, master suite with master bath, large bedrooms, formal dining room, fireplace and open floor plan.$207,000

Contact Kevin Morris 652-9025

D SOL

MODEL HOME on 5 ACRES

This custom model home boasts 2,700 sq ft, 4 bedrms, 2.5 Ba, side entry 2 car garage, & sits on 5 private acres. Home is loaded w/ upgrades. Lg family room w/hardwood flooring, brick fireplace, recessed lighting. Custom gourmet kitchen has 42" cherry cabinets, granite countertops, custom island w/downdraft range & wine rack, wall oven, bright morning room. Master retreat has his & hers closets, sitting area, tray ceiling, & master bath w/ jetted tub, ceramic shower, and double vanity. Included artisan well, rear deck, & maintenance free exterior. $279,000.

Please Call Jeremy Roberts at 804-382-6899 or Kevin Morris 804-652-9025 L ICA NGS ER SPRI M L M CO COO D LAN

A Y ER ANT RR WA

D SOL

Farrington–Ashland

McGhee Outlook Mechanicsville Land for Sale in the McGhee’s Outlook Subdivision A Y ER ANT RR WA

RE PRIC DU E CE D

Lereve Manor Rancher

Large vinyl sided, one-owner rancher on a half acre wooded lot! The paved driveway will accommodate several cars. Features 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths! The sunroom leads out onto the deck overlooking the private rear yard. There is a formal dining room and an eat-in kitchen. The family room has a brick, wood burning fireplace. Most of the rooms have gorgeous hardwood floors that look like new! This extremely wellmaintained home awaits your family! $209,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969 for more information.

Private 11.4 acres in Hanover County! Features a 7 stall barn which includes utilities, phone, water and a tack room, with fenced pasture. Perfect for horses or alpacas. This home features a first floor in-law suite with a living room, private bath and separate entrance! Lovely hardwood floors downstairs with a formal dining room. 5 total bedrooms and 3.5 baths! This home has 9-ft cathedral ceilings, two fireplaces: one wood Maintenance free 4 bedroom 2 bath home in Ashland with paved drive, burning and one gas log, a 3-zone heat pump unit and 2 electric hot water new carpet, privacy fence, large rear yard, hardwood floors, fresh paint, heaters. This home originally had a 2-car garage that was converted into a room which could be converted back into a full 2-car garage. Great heat pump, and all for under 170,000. location in Hanover County! $469,950. Price $169,950

ASHLAND

Contact Kevin Morris at 804-652-9025

New Bethesda

Separate apartment with full kitchen, full bath, living room, den and bedroom. (Restrictions apply so call Woody for details, but this is a first class unit). Main home is all brick with custom cabinets, brick fireplace with 5 bedrooms! This is situated on 2 acres in the Hanover High School District! The 3 bay garage has 12-ft. ceilings, which is perfect for a car collector or will accommodate a large boat. The garage has a half-bath plus it is heated! This is an unusual find and perfect for a family that needs a second dwelling! $299,500.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969 for more information

Berkeley Forest

Castlewood

Colonial on over 1/3 acres features 1,840 sq. ft. home with 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths. Updated kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and 42" cabinets. Hardwood floors throughout the first floor with wood burning fireplace. Large Master suite offers walk-in closet with private master bath. Spacious backyard with fruit trees and large deck. $209,950.

Call Woody Hogg @ 804-427-5100.

ICE D PR UCE D RE

7387 Park Drive Mechanicsville

Brick Ranch with In-Law Suite - Apartment/Man Cave/Shop/OfficeThis Multi-purpose space contains its own HVAC + 220 + 120 AMP Electrical, plus a full bath, great room, bedroom, plenty of storage, attic, & cabinetry. The Original Home contains: Living Rm, Family Rm. 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, LARGE Eat-in Kitchen with plenty of cabinet/counter space. Plus Hardwood and Ceramic Tile Flooring. Carport/patio/fenced level lot! $223,000.

Call Laurel Bartlett 804-363-6661.

The Mechanicsville Local

Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969

D SOL

FOXLAIR

Loved & cared for 3 bedrm, 2.5 bath home located on a private lot that is great for entertaining! This home offers maintenance free vinyl siding, heat pump/central air, paved driveway, large rear deck, & professional landscaping. Interior boasts family room w/fireplace & new carpet, living room & dining area w/refinished hardwood flooring & formal moldings. Eat-in kitchen w/hardwood flooring, bay window, & lots of cabinets. Large master suite with walk-in closet, ceiling fan, & master bath. $181,000.

Contact Kevin Morris 652-9025 or Jeremy Roberts 382-6899.

Rural Crosse

Magnificent transitional home with crown molding throughout the home and a grand loft! Custom kitchen with granite counter tops and 9ft ceilings with lake view! There is a full finished, walkout basement with tray ceiling, crown molding, granite counter tops Unbelievable price on this 2-story home in Davis Place. Built according to also with a lake view. The first floor has a grand entrance foyer with double entry wooden the Hunter Plan by Liberty Homes. Features eat-in kitchen, front to back doors! The second floor has 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths which includes the master suite with a deluxe upgraded master bath, tray ceilings, fitness room or home office with french family room, formal dining room and a deck! $210,900! doors! The third floor has a large bedroom with its own private bath. There is a home Please call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969 office. Features a 3 car garage, a paved sealed driveway and a lovely lake front lot! All for more information of the upgraded appliances convey except freezer. Sellers are providing a buyer warranty!

Lantana

A Y ER ANT RR WA

All brick Rancher featuring 2-car attached garage and 1-car detached garage, which could also be used as a large storage shed. This home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac lot. Also features deck, irrigated yard and the home is well landscaped! Transitional floor plan with a vaulted ceiling in the great room. Updated kitchen plus a breakfast nook. Security system. Sellers are leaving all appliances! The Sun/Florida room has great natural light. Sellers are providing a one year ERA Buyers warranty. $329,950.

Please call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969 for more information.

Cool Spring Great location for an M-1 light industrial complex in Hanover! Over 10 acres of land. Please call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969

RE PRIC DU E CE D

A Y ER ANT RR WA

Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969

Battleline Dr

Custom, new construction in Hanover’s newest subdivision, McGhee’s Outlook! Featuring acres plus wooded lots just minutes to interstate Rt 295. This lovely colonial is on a private, cul de sac lot featuring an attached 3 car garage! This home has 9 foot ceilings, a luxury master bath, custom trim package and has 5 bedrooms, 5½ baths, a huge custom kitchen and a finished third floor making it a little over 4,500 finished square feet. Builder will work with buyer to make all selections to finish out the home! $499,950.

Sandy Valley

Maintenance free rancher on 2.12 acres! Lovely landscaped yard with a rear fenced-in yard and attached 2 car garage. This home has been recently updated with new appliances, new heat pump, new hot water heater and counter top. Large eat in kitchen with custom cabinets! Sellers are leaving the refrigerator and are providing a one year ERA buyer’s warranty! Located minutes from Interstate 295 makes it convenient also with the private feel of being in the country! $269,950.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969

Studley Rd 32 Acres

“A Slice of Heaven” 32+ acres privately located off of Studley Road in Hanover High School District! The farm is totally fenced! Now has 4 pastures for horses & cattle. Features a 2 stall barn & 2 bay utility garage for the equipment! Great location for someone who wants total privacy but yet close in! Home has been completely restored w/new siding, roof, windows, a new heating & cooling system. Kitchen has custom cabinets & bath has been totally redone. Seller is leaving all appliances plus 3 flat screen tv’s. There is a one year ERA Buyers warranty included. This is a very rare property find in Historic Hanover County!$525,000.

Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969

A Y ER ANT RR WA

7300 Jackson Arch Drive

Quality throughout! This home has 3 master bedrooms. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, built in surround sound, custom interior shutters and Closet Factory master closet. 9’ ceilings, gas fireplace, family room, dining area, open kitchen, back deck, paved driveway and 1 car garage. Maintenance free community. $225,000.

Kathy Carmichael 683-0011

A Y ER ANT RR WA

Thrasher Way

Ewell-Battlefield Farms

Stately custom built home in Mechanicsville. Features a lovely fenced-in rear yard with a two-car garage and a one-car detached garage. Features four bedrooms, hardwood floors, a large eat-in kitchen and family room To BE Built - Custom four bedroom 2 story home with an attached garage. plus a brick fireplace. Sellers are providing a one-year ERA buyers Quality built home by Bronner Construction. You have an opportunity to warranty, $199,950. pick out your own colors! This home features 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, eat Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969 in kitchen and a great room! $229,950.

Davis Place

for more details

September 5, 2012

Call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969

This well built all brick rancher has been well taken care of and recently updated with granite counter tops, new carpet, fresh paint, and newer appliances. Other key features include a one car attached rear entry garage with auto door opener, a paved driveway, a large nicely landscaped lot, detached shed, brick fireplace, tile kitchen floor, and much more. The washer, dryer, and refrigerator convey. This home is move in ready and includes a one year home warranty, $184,950.

Please call John Thiel at 804-467-9022 for more information.

ROYAL GLEN

Absolutely ready to move into! A custom kitchen to die for! Features custom maple cabinets w/granite countertop & a granite back splash. This rear staircase plan features a large breakfast nook w/ceramic tile. Open floor plan w/9-foot ceilings. 4th bedroom currently being used as office. Hwd floors in the foyer & the dining rm. Enjoy the screened porch. This house has many upgraded features in addition to the kitchen: the heat pump has been replaced w/a high efficiency system, a new gas hot water tank & new outside light fixtures. Nicely manicured lot w/a paved driveway. Sellers are providing a one year ERA buyer’s warranty. $273,950.

Please call Woody Hogg at 804-357-0969