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Voting exemption plan advances By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local Jim Ridolphi for The Local

County Attorney Sterling Rives said the request to exclude Hanover from the Voting Rights Act pre-clearance requirements is moving forward.

County attorney Sterling Rives provided the Hanover County Board of Supervisors with a status report on the progress of the county’s efforts to receive an exemption from

pre-clearance requirements of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Last Wednesday, Rives said the process is moving forward and outlined a schedule for the application and when an answer from the U.S. Justice Department might be expected.

He said he expects the initial application process to be concluded by January. The county must submit a bulk of paperwork, including minutes from supervisors’ meetings from the last 10 years. Rives said a DOJ decision

could come as early as next summer. After a public meeting held earlier in September, he said it was clear that public concerns centered around three issues. Many minority leaders see VOTING, pg. 4

CADET RYAN LONG

Running to fight childhood cancer Applications being taken for Roberson scholarship

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The ReeseStrong Foundation, formed to fight childhood cancer, recently sponsored its 4th annual ReeseStrong 5K and Gold Ribbon Kids Run, with more than 900 people taking part. For more on the fundraiser, see page 16.

help is needed to understand why the jurisdiction has a problem with drinking and driving and alcohol related crashes among this age group. The grant will be administered by VCU, which has contracted with I CARE to receive $145,000 annually for the next

see SCHOLARSHIP, pg. 4

see FORUM, pg. 4

see CADET, pg. 4

Forum set on how to use grant funds Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com After receiving a Strategic Prevention Framework State Incentive Grant (SPF-SIG), Hanover County’s I CARE will hold a forum from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4, at Patrick Henry High School in Ashland to explore what the Hanover

County community thinks are the primary causes of alcoholrelated car crashes among youth and young adults in our community. The meeting is part of the needs assessment phase of the project. Over time, the project will be working on ways to reduce alcohol related crashes. In order to do that effectively, the community’s

Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com A 24-year-old soldier who gave his life for our freedom will be honored when Hanover native and Virginia MIlitary Institute Cadet Ryan Long bikes 102 miles to raise funds for The Wounded Warrior Project in memory of that young soldier. In June, three days after arriving in Afghanistan, U.S. Army 1st Lt. Chase Prasnicki volunteered for a patrol and was killed by a roadside bomb. He was a 2010 graduate of West Point and a newlywed. His brother is a VMI classmate of Long’s. On Saturday, Oct. 6, Long

Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Hanover Education Foundation announces the availability of $5,000 to be awarded through the Stewart D. Roberson Professional Development Scholarship Fund. The scholarship will promote opportunities for Hanover’s professional and support employees to receive quality training experiences which will reflect best practices in and outside the classroom. Administrators and support employees of Hanover County Public Schools are eligible.

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Benefit for Mike Dixon Fund to be held on Oct. 20 Love to Mike, a benefit for Mike Dixon, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 20, at the Burkwood Tennis Courts at 9120 Burkwood Club Dr. in Mechanicsville. All proceeds will benefit the Mike Dixon Fund. The tennis entry fee is $40

and includes t-shirt, lunch and one raffle ticket. Each participant will be given a number and you change doubles partners every 30 minutes. Bring your own racquet; balls will be provided. The limit is 48 players. Lunch fee only is $20 for

adults and $10 for children under 10. Both include one raffle ticket. Lunch and live band music will be provided after the tennis and is open to those who can’t play tennis. Raffle tickets will be sold for prizes and gift certificates. The deadline for registration is Oct. 15.

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20 NEIGHBORS Nativities needed to support 5th Annual “No Room at the Inn” event.

30 SPORTS Lee-Davis field hockey proves they’re back.

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Sept. 18

Suspect forged and uttered check at a location on Sliding Hill Road.

Sept. 19

Suspect was found in possession of controlled substance at a location on New Ashcake Road. Property was recovered at a location on Pleasant Grove Road.

Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Leadbetter Road.

Suspects broke in and stole items from a location on Verdon Road.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items from a location on Greenwood Church Road.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Waltons Tavern Road.

Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s information without permission at a location on Westhaven Drive.

Sept. 21

Unknown suspect(s) stole items from a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Yellowrose Lane. Unknown suspect(s) stole items from a location on Bell Creek Road. Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Kings Charter Drive. Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s information without permission at a location on

Suspect stole item from a location on Bell Creek Road.

Unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident from a location on Cold Harbor Road.

Suspects stole items from a location on Bell Creek Road.

Sept. 20 Unknown suspect(s) broke in and stole items from a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

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Suspect used victim’s information without permission at a location on Ironclad Drive.

Suspects broke in and stole items from a location on Hartford Oaks Drive. Suspect under the age of 21 was found in possession of alcohol at a location on Atlee Station Road.

Suspect under the age of 21 was found in possession of alcohol at a location on Atlee Station Road. Unknown suspect forged check at a location on County Complex Road.

Sept. 22

Unknown suspect(s) stole items from a location on Luck Avenue.

Suspect violated a protective order at a location on Creighton Road.

Unknown suspect(s) passed counterfeit bills at a location on Bell Creek Road.

Unknown suspect(s) Unknown suspect(s) stole damaged property at a item from a location on Pine location on Lewistown Road. Slash Road.

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

Unknown suspect(s) stole items from a location on Atlee Road.

Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Pole Green Road. Suspect damaged property at a location on Cold Harbor Road.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items from a location on Signal Hill Road.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item from a location on County Complex Road.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Boundary Run Drive.

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VOTING Continued from pg. 1

expressed a concern that the county acted first and consulted them after the fact. Many others said leaving the requirements in place offered them assurances that voter problems would not arise in the future. Others said the burdensome process is worth it to ensure every voter has equal rights to the poll. Rives said the county took the measure to make a clear statement that voter discrimination does not take place in Hanover County. He said it would make the election process more efficient and cost effective. While the county is requesting a bailout from the pre-clearance requirements of the Voting Rights Act, the remainder of the act would apply to the county. “All of the requirements of the Voting Rights Act, all of the remedies and protections of the Voting Rights Act will continue

to apply,” Rives said. “If the bailout petition is granted, the only change being whether Hanover has to get approval for any change in voting procedure.” Individual citizens would retain the right to appeal any voting changes to the Department of Justice. Rives also addressed recent voting changes affecting the Nov. 6 election. While identification is required in the commonwealth of Virginia, the list of acceptable documentation is expanded to mirror federal guidelines. If a voter does not have the proper identification, they will be allowed to cast a provisional ballot. Within three days after the election, those voters must provide validation of identification in order for that vote to be counted. In other matters, the board provided chief Building Inspector Richard Bartell with the tools he requested last month to address a mounting problem of unmowed

many people are willing to donate to help injured military in memory of their loved one making the ultimate sacrifice. A highly successful fundraising total would be a meaningful way to honor Lt. Prasnicki’s memory, while also serving to assist our wounded military. Tax-deductible contributions of any amount can be made online at http://www.

r a z o o / c om / s tor y / 1 0 0 m i Cycling-Event-For-WoundedWarriors-1. Checks may be made payable to WVVP Inc. (Wounded Warrior Project Inc.), Memo line: “Ryan Long cycling event” and mailed to Ryan Long, c/ o Denise Long, 9108 Fox Hill Race Court, Mechanicsville VA 23116. Contact Long at longro15@mail.vmi.edu.

Virginia to target the reduction of motor vehicle crashes (MVC) Continued from pg. 1 involving drivers who are under two years. The grant was the influence of alcohol and awarded to 13 localities across between 15 and 24 years of age.

To learn more, contact Keith Cartwright, Hanover Cares SPF-SIG coordinator, at 804-365-6643 or rkcartwright@ co.hanover.va.us.

development activity and submit final project report by Nov. 1, 2013. ✏ Will share knowledge gained through this professional development experience with colleagues. The application deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 16. Applicants are asked to sign an original with five copies. Do not mention your name, an associate’s name, name of your school or worksite in the body of the application or anywhere except on the appli-

cation cover sheet. By doing so, your application will be disqualified. Winner(s) will be announced at the Celebration of Excellence Gala planned for Oct. 30, 2012. Submit six copies of the application with a recommendation letter to Margaret P. Hill, Executive Director, Hanover Education Foundation, 200 Berkley St., Ashland, VA 23005. The phone number is 804-3654565; e-mail mhill@hcps.us.

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will be participating in the 1st Annual Martin’s Tour of Richmond, a 102-mile bike trek around Richmond. Although the event is not a fundraiser, Long has decided to use the opportunity to benefit The Wounded Warrior Project in memory of Lt. Prasnicki.

The Wounded Warrior Project is a national organization dedicated to assisting wounded military and their families. Through a fundraising website, he has established a web page and has already raised more than $1,000. Although nothing can ease the grief of the Prasnicki family, Long said it may be of some small consolation to see that

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Unknown suspect damaged property at a location on Beaverdam Road. Unknown suspect made threatening phone calls to a location on Parsons Road.

Sept. 25

Suspect under the age of 21 was found in possession of alcohol at a location on Kings Dominion Boulevard.

lawns. Bartell said most of the offenders are foreclosed homes, and, often, the banks are slow or non-responsive to the county’s requests to clean up the property. “This amendment would make life easier for the citizens of Hanover County when reporting a complaint, and make it easier for staff to respond to complaints about tall grass,” Bartell said. He said the current limit of 15 inches would suffice with increased enforcement capabilities provided in the amended ordinance. Under the new guidelines, anyone can report a problem and notification is reduced to seven days. While certified mail and return receipts were required in the past, the new rules allow for a simple notice on the door. After seven days, the county is allowed to take action to cut the grass. “Currently, it takes us a long time to get to the point where we can cut somebody’s grass,” Bartell said.

SCHOLARSHIP Continued from pg. 1

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OPINION | The Local Views

LETTERS

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School band experience makes great memories Even though I was a member of my high school marching band, I don’t possess any particular musical skills (but that’s another story). However, the experience provided many good memories and, most of all, created some long-time friendships. That being said, it’s with enthusiasm and appreciation that we recognize the talented students that Hanover County Public Schools offers with its music departments. And it’s because our district and the parents support these efforts that we have their accomplishments to share with you. Yes, I’ll admit it: I am a fan of the marching band, jazz band, pep band, whatever ensemble the school program offers its students. Since the start of the 2012-2013 term, we’ve already shared some photos and events associated with the band programs on the high school level. We also welcome the same contributions from the other music programs on the elementary and middle school levels. The foundation music instructors bring to the young, energetic students often lead to top-notch — and scholarship-winning — musicians. Just like athletics and academic clubs, there is a unique camaraderie among band members. And the work and support of the band boosters organization serves to continue years of successes. The high school bands here have made quite a name for themselves on the competition circuit. If there’s gold to be won, you can expect one of our four to be bringing it home. We thank all those involved with the enjoyment the performances provide at sporting events and the competitions. As Hanover County residents, we can all share in the pride of what these students do. Again, we so delight in sharing the good news of all school activities and that’s what makes us your community newspaper. It’s because of the schools, the students, the administration and the staff of each and every learning site — and that includes private — that we are a county envied for its education system. Thank you for what you do and keep the music playing. As Sonny and Cher sang, “The Beat Goes On.” Melody Kinser

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Thanks to Peace, delegation for role in promoting history

Street Parties close in style

I recently read about the new improvements to the Hanover Courthouse Complex by improving the sidewalks and lighting. Kudos to Del. Chris Peace, R-97, for securing funds for the Courthouse project which came from a transportation grant. Most importantly, this grant also supported development of the Road to Revolution trail linking important Patrick Henry sites around Hanover. Our citizens, and most importantly our children, need to learn about the important role that patriots like Mr. Henry played in the history of Virginia and America, and these projects help to inform them. Hopefully, we will become better educated about our rich history and help to bring history buffs and tourists to Hanover, thanks to the work of Del. Peace and our Hanover delegation. Mike Reynold Mechanicsville

Ashland Street Parties concluded our scheduled season on Saturday night, Sept. 15, at the Library Plaza. As usual, Ron Moody and The Centaurs closed out our series. And close it out in style they did. What a great performance by these young lads. In my 40 years as a fan, I am not sure I ever heard any better show from this group. We are fortunate to have Ron as a friend and citizen of Hanover County. We were overwhelmed with patrons at the party. I didn’t notice any long lines at the food table or the golden beverage truck, but would be remiss if I didn’t apologize to the attendees for the lines at the port-a-potties. This will be addressed in our next contract with our supplier. It is entirely our fault for “forgetting” to order more and it will be corrected. For the first time ever, we had noise complaints from four residents of Ashland. We extend our apologies for any inconvenience we may have caused anyone. As a reason we can only offer the fact that we had a different wind direction than we have had for previous Street Parties and more people had open windows due to the great weather. We made the decision to stop the music a bit early to alleviate any further distractions. We have always tried to be cognizant of our stewardship of the property and our relationship to any other events, even to the extent of coordinating our sound checks and starting times with weddings at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center and any other venues which have contacted us. We have made arrangements for next year to have a decibel check along with our sound checks. Again, please accept our sincere apologies for the

Election spending taken to task We are rapidly approaching the the presidential election. I imagine that is why advertisements for both parties have increased. But why? All the money that is now spent is wasted and could be used for many other functions of society. If an individual’s mind is not made up at this time, how much more of the absurd advertisements and speeches must he hear to make up his mind? Does he believe that he suddenly can make up his mind after a year-long session of mind boggling political speeches and advertisements? Is he still answering phone call solicitations for opinions and contributions? How much more money must be spent on individuals in an attempt to change their mind? Why can’t we just stop this insane system of electioneering now and use the money for more useful purposes such as helping the individuals that can’t watch the advertisements on television, because their set is on the street having been evicted for non-payment of their mortgage or their rent? Robert L. Vidrick Sr. Mechanicsville

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Again, please visit our website for a list of our sponsors and then thank them when you visit their businesses. We appreciate the coverage of the Herald-Progress and The Mechanicsville Local, publicity by WHAN, the cooperation of Bill Bevins, Shelly Perkins and Kat Simmons, our permanent guest hosts, and our neighboring business owners. Our performers give their all; they enjoy their work in front of their friends and neighbors. On a personal note, I must thank Marni Triscari, Kris Holt, Trey Flanagan, Cindy Lowry, Tom, Dana and Lauren Preble from Minuteman Press, Mike Porter and Mac and Lori Mcmanus at the food operation. These individuals make sure that whatever isn’t done gets done. Hank Lowry Ashland Street Parties

loud music. We will, however, take credit for it being of good quality. During our party a really important event took place, some there may have missed it. This event was the best thing about the entire evening. One of the band members, Daryl Royal, had a surprise visit from his son Joe who was returning from service with the Kentucky Army National Guard in Iraq and Kuwait. We appreciate your service, Joe, and we also appreciate the Royal family who also had another son recently return from active duty. Some quick facts and thanks are in order. This year we were able to “donate” $17,525 to local nonprofits, which assisted us to present a five-event series of Street Parties. We will post a list on our website, ashlandstreetparties.com, of all these entities. Without our sponsors or patrons there would be no left over money or for that matter any money to donate. We heartUsually I am not in agreeily thank all of you. ment with conservatives who

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seem to always down environmentalists, but on this occasion I feel I must agree with several reasons why writers like Kelleigh Nelson and others oppose sustainable development and Agenda 21 set up by the United Nations and now being implemented in every town and county of the U. S. To understand the situation, you need to read Parts 1 and 2 of her article, entitled “Planning Commissions, Smart Growth and Land Use, Part 2,” and you can read Part 2 by clicking on the following link: http://newswithviews.com/Nelson/kelleigh167 Part 1 also can be accessed when you click on the article. What alarms me here is the environmentalists can be bought off to compromise their values, particularly in that incident involving the Wolf River Airport covered in a another series by Ms. Nelson, the link of which she lists in her current article under the work “link” important measures of the Clean Air Act were clearly violated to satisfy corporate greed. Environmentalists must

never compromise or let greed get in their way if their heartfelt convictions are always toward a cleaner and safer world. I am somewhat shocked to learn they can be bought off like so many other groups today. Warren Richards Mechanicsville

Panda’s role in zoo world The death of the National Zoo’s baby panda is a poignant reminder of how poorly this species fares in captivity, and how our fascination with these bears has failed them. The zoo community’s savvy exploitation of one of the world’s most “aww”-inspiring animals has been a marketing coup. Since the onset of the panda program in the 1970s, the public has been systematically manipulated into believing that they “must see” this particular animal. Zoos barter, beg, and negotiate to display pandas and their babies, specifically to bring in millions of paying visitors.

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Since its inception in 1995, AHG membership has grown by 30 to 50 percent each year. As a nondiscriminatory organization, American Heritage Girls troops are sponsored by civic organizations and churches of multiple denominations. On this first National Day of Service, individual troops across the U.S. selected their own projects that fulfill the AHG mission to serve God, family, community and country. Projects included assisting in pregnancy care centers, collecting and distributing food to the needy, collecting and assembling toiletries for the homeless and assisting the elderly with home repair projects. Many participated in local beautification projects from beaches to local parks. Scouts and families from Virginia Troop VA1736 in Mechanicsville participated by clearing brush at BSA Camp T. Brady Saunders. The troop was founded in August 2012 is named for local citizen Patrick Henry, born in Hanover County in 1736. The troop is enrolling

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scouts (for more information, contact ahgva1736@gmail. com). This kind of service is one facet of the AHG 240-badge program that culminates in the Stars and Stripes Award, AHG’s highest honor. To earn the Stars and Strips Award, girls must plan, implement and supervise a 100-plushour project to address a need in their community.

This highest AHG award is equivalent to the Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout Award. Boy Scouts of America recently recognized American Heritage Girls with a historic Memorandum of Mutual Support. It is the first of its type presented by Boy Scouts of America to an all-girls organization in its 100-year history.

American Heritage Girls (AHG) is a Christ-centered character development program, open to girls of all faiths and backgrounds, dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. Founded in 1995 in Cincinnati, Ohio, AHG has grown from ten troops and 100 members to more than 20,000

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and Page County, and taught preschool in Boynton Beach, Fla. She had a love for children died Thursday, September 27, and nature, especially her birds, 2012. Born in Waynesboro, he butterflies and orchids. Most of was a graduate of Hermitage all, we will remember her courHigh School, ECPI and Anderage, will and determination in sonville Theological Seminary. the face of life’s challenges. A Cheryl Ann Young He had worked for the past celebration of her Life was held 19 years in IT with Genworth Blanton, 61, of Ashland, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, September Financial in Richmond. He went to be with the Lord on 30, 2012, at the Nelsen Funeral was an associate pastor at Thursday, September 27, 2012. Home at 412 South WashingFamily Life in Ashland and She was preceded in death by ton Highway in Ashland. In for the last several years had her parents, Cary and Jacquelieu of flowers, please make been instrumental in church line Young; and sister, Mary donations to the Nature Con“planting” in the area. He was Elizabeth Usiak. She is survived servancy, 800 E. Main St., #530, a motorcycle enthusiast and by her devoted husband of 41 Richmond, Va. 23219, or the participated in many memoyears, Thomas Clay Blanton; Susan G. Komen Foundation rial rides. Survivors include his two children, Nathan Clay at http://www5komen.org/. wife, Lori Askew; his sons, J.B. Blanton of Louisville, Ky., and Foundation. and Connor, whose accomCarrie Ann Blanton Palmer plishments made him so proud; and her husband, James, of Sylvia Turner Dagenhis parents, Jim and Mary Hendersonville, N.C.; her two hart, of Mechanicsville, Beth Askew, of Richmond; dear grandchildren, Emma passed away from this earth his brother, Jeff Askew and Grace and Grant Palmer; his wife, Cathy, of Glen Allen; siblings, Joan Picariello and her on Saturday, September 29, 2012, to be with her heavenly his sister, Karen Bell and her husband, Ralph, Evelyn PearFather. She leaves behind her husband, Michael, of Chesterson and her husband, Floyd, field; his foster sons, Zaw Nai Cary S. Young, and Lori Miller loving daughter, Debra Hatch; son, David Dagenhart Jr.; their and Jolin Chaing; and several and her husband, Ron; and nieces and nephews. A funeral her many nieces and nephews, spouses; and seven grandchildren. Viewing was held from 6 service was held at 11 a.m. on great-nieces, and a greatMonday, October 1, 2012, at nephew. Cheryl graduated with to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 2, 2012, at the Mechanicsville Concord Baptist Church in honors from Radford College Ruther Glen. Burial followed in with a B.A. in elementary edu- Chapel of the Bennett Funeral the church cemetery. The fam- cation. She taught in elementa- Homes at 8014 Lee-Davis Road in Mechanicsville. Funeral ily received friends from 5 to 7 ry schools in Caroline County services will be held at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday, October Style Beyond the Salon 3, 2012) at Hanover Evangelical Friends Church at 6420 HAIR • NAILS • FACIALS Mechanicsville Turnpike in WAXING Mechanicsville. Interment will follow at Hanover Memorial

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Ruth Stagg Frazer, of Ashland, passed away on Monday, September 24, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Frazer; and one son, William Stagg Sr. The daughter of William Henry Carrier and Georgie Stears Butler, she was the youngest of 13 children. She has one surviving son, James Wray Stagg Sr.; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She worked for Auto Lease, N. Chasen and Sons and Quality Motors. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on, Thursday, September 27, 2012, at the West Chapel of the Bennett Funeral at 11020 W. Broad St. in Richmond, where funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 28, 2012. Graveside services followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park.

Debbie Elizabeth Littlepage, 56, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Saturday, September 29, 2012. She is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years, Louie Littlepage; devoted son, Lou Littlepage; daughter, Emy Littlepage and her fiancé, Devon Sherrod; grandson, Austin Littlepage; mother, Pat James; stepfather, Tom James; father, Tom Perrins; and stepmother, Shirley see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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Perrins. Debbie was loved by all and is surely in the hands of God. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 1, 2012, at B.W. White Funeral Home in Aylett, where a funeral service was held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 2, 2012. Interment followed at Shepherds United Methodist Church Cemetery.

nieces and nephews. The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road in Mechanicsville. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 26, 2012, at 11 a.m. at Mechanicsville Baptist Church at 8016 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. Interment followed at 2 p.m. at Dale Memorial Park.

Church. Interment was private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your favorite organization.

Catherine E. Williams,

92, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Friday, September 28, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred W. Williams. She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy (William) Jackson; son, James F. (Ruth A. Williams) Williams; two brothers, J.T. Ellinger and Richard Ellinger; five grandchildren, Calvin Coolidge Nor- Jeremiah J. “Jerry” Susan Jones, James Williams Phaup, 76, of Mechanicsville, ris, 86, of Mechanicsville, II, Robin Poole, Chris Jackson went to be with the Lord and to died peacefully at home on and Lori Ferguson; eight greatbe reunited with his wife, Elsie. Monday, September 24, 2012. grandchildren and three greatHe was retired from Travelers He was a United States Navy Insurance Co. He is survived by great-grandchildren. Catherine veteran serving in World War his wife, Merylee Phaup; broth- was a member of Landmark ll and a member of Mechaners, Leroy “Bud” Phaup and his Baptist Church. The family icsville Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon, Sunday wife, Sandra, and John J. Phaup received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, School Teacher and choir and his wife, Margaret; stepOctober, 1, 2012, at Nelsen member. He also was a memchildren, Michael R. Staples, Funeral Home at 4650 South ber of the American Legion Phillip R. Staples and his wife, and Hanover Ruritan Club and Shelli, and Angelina Savee and Laburnum Ave. in Richmond. A service was held at 11 a.m. on was a retired water well driller her husband, Tony; and five Tuesday, October 2, 2012, at the with Sydnor Hydro. He is surgrandchildren. The family same location. Interment folvived by a son, Michael Norris received friends from 6 to 8 lowed at 3 p.m. at the Virginia and his wife, Alda; daughp.m. on Thursday, September, ter, Renee Niehaus and her 27, 2012, at the Mechanicsville Veterans Cemetery in Amelia. The family would like to thank husband, Bob; grandchildren, Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Michael Norris Jr., John NorHome at 8014 Lee-Davis Road all the devoted caregivers at Sunrise Assisted Living and ris, Rebecca Smith, Matthew in Mechanicsville. Funeral Bon Secours Hospice for their Niehaus and Henry Niehaus; services were held at 10 a.m. six great-grandchildren; a sister, on Friday, September, 28, 2012, compassionate care. In lieu Judy Hansley; and many loving at Mechanicsville Presbyterian see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

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Social Services oﬀers fuel and crisis assistance

The Hanover County Department of Social Services began accepting applications for the Fuel Assistance Program on Tuesday, Oct. 9. The application deadline is Nov. 9. Fuel Assistance is a temporary program that helps eligible households with the costs of heating their homes. The amount that is received will not necessarily cover all of the winter heating costs but will be a supplement. Benefits are based on the availability of funds and the number of applications received

within the state. In order to be eligible for fuel or utility assistance, your household’s income must be less than the maximum allowed for the number of people in the home, and you must be responsible for paying the heating bill. Applications will be processed as soon as possible but no later than mid-December. Funds are sent directly to the vendor beginning the first week in January. Hanover’s share of this statewide allocation is limited. Last fall, the Hanover

Department of Social Services assisted 968 customers with their bills through the Fuel Assistance program. The total amount of fuel assistance provided was $246,472.36. Applications for Fuel Assistance are available at the Hanover County Department of Social Services, 12304 Washington Highway, Ashland VA 23005. You can also call a Customer Service Agent at 3654100 and an application will be mailed to you. A face-to-face interview is not required. You can find the link to download

an application by visiting http:// www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/ ea/fuel/forms.cgi The Hanover Department of Social Services also offers a Crisis Assistance program. In order to receive Crisis Assistance, a heating emergency must exist. A “heating emergency” could include lack of heat, imminent cut-off of utilities and inoperable or unsafe heating equipment. Crisis Assistance can include: ✓ Payment of utility security deposit.

Louisa Wine Festival to be held at Walton Park The Louisa Wine Festival p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, at included in the event. ers. will be presented by the Walton Park in Mineral. Tickets purchased online For more information, call Louisa County Chamber of Live music, complimentary in advance at $15 for tasting 540-967-0944 or visit www. Commerce from 11 a.m. to 5 carriage rides and more will be tickets and $10 for non-tast- louisawinefestival.com.

Better Breathers Club to meet Tuesday at Memorial Regional The Better Breathers Club will meet from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 9, in Room 110 of Medical Office Building 1 at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center at 8260 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville.

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through March 15, 2013. Last fall and winter, the Hanover Department of Social Services assisted 177 customers with their heating emergencies through the Crisis Assistance program. The total amount of crisis assistance provided was $38,484.88. For more information about the Fuel Assistance or Crisis Assistance programs, contact the Hanover Department of Social Services at 365-4100. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

Community Yard Sale slated Saturday Trinity Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) will host a Community Yard Sale and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on

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OBITUARIES

Janice W. (Morgan) Lane, all of Gate City.; two devoted sisterin-laws, Cindy (Wayne) Cappell of Waverly and Rachel (Jimmy) Billups of Ivor; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, greatnephews and a host of other family and friends. John was a member of the Kempsville Church of Christ in Virginia Beach and served in the United States Army. He retired in 2005 from Phil’s Continental Lounge on Grove Avenue in Richmond as manager/co-owner. The family would like to thank the wonderful care Hospice of Virginia provided, as well as his devoted caregiver, Angela “Miss Ann” Crump, whom he loved dearly. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 7, 2012, at the Monaghan Funeral Home at 7300 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, support.woundedwarriorproject.org or to a charity of your choice.

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of flowers, donations may be made to Landmark Baptist The group is provided by a partnerA free support group, the Better Church, 4000 Creighton Road, Breathers Club is for people living with ship between Bon Secours Memorial Richmond, Va. 23223. COPD or other chronic lung diseases, their Regional Hospital and the American Lung Association. family members and caregivers. For more information, contact Cynthia John Richard WilThe club meets at noon the second liams, Claude or Suzi Poe at 804-764-7632. Tuesday of every other month at noon. 71, of Mechanicsville, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 23, 2012, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by TH his parents, John W. and Louella Mechanicsville Baptist Church Spears Williams; and a brother, 8016 Atlee Road Kenneth E. “Sonny” Williams, Mechanicsville, Virginia 23111 all of Gate City. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 45 You are invited to join us on years, Marie Bailey Williams; Sunday, October 14, 2012 daughters, Pamela W. (Shannon) as we celebrate our 35 years of ministry Lewis and Journey N. Williams, Sterling Severns, Pastor of Tabernacle Baptist both of Mechanicsville; and Church in Richmond & former MBC Youth Pastor a son, C. Scott Williams of will be speaking at 11:00 a.m. in our sanctuary Lincoln, N.H. He was known as Our time of worship will be followed by lunch in the “PopPop” to his beloved grandFamily Life Center as we continue our celebration sons, Brock G. Lewis, Mason P. Lewis and Ryland J. Williams. He also is survived by sisters, Evelyn W. (Bob) Depew and

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Lady Raiders supporting Children’s Hospital Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Seniors on the Atlee High School Lady Raiders team are spearheading Serv-A-Thon, where they will complete a community service project to help local children. The girls selected the

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Volleyball (AHSGV). Members of the team will be asking for pledges and donations over the next two weeks for their Serve-A-Thon. Players will be serving 100 balls on Saturday, Oct. 6. Donors can contribute by: 1. Pledging an amount for each successful serve a player

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Family hosts walk to battle son’s disease The Arnette family of Mechanicsville, along with local individuals and families from across the region, will come together on Saturday, Oct. 6, at Pole Green Park at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane in Mechanicsville to raise awareness and funds for treatment of Neurofibromatosis (NF). All proceeds from the Mechanicsville NF Walk will support the Children’s Tumor Foundation’s medical research, patient support and public education programs. Stephanie Arnette organized this NF Walk because her son Cameron was diag-

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ReeseStrong event brings out 900+ to fight childhood cancer Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com With September’s childhood cancer awareness month observance, the ReeseStrong Foundation recruited more than 900 participants to take race in the 4th annual ReeseStrong 5K and Gold Ribbon Kids Run on Saturday, Sept. 15. The ReeseStrong 5K and Gold Ribbon Kids Run take place in the neighborhoods of Rutland and Cool Spring Forest in Mechanicsville. The kids’ run is split into two age groups, 5 and under and 6 to 12 year olds. Dressed in

their blue RS super shirts, hundreds of kids ran the course. When the kids completed their race, the 5K runners and walkers took off. “The field between the Rutland YMCA and Kroger was a sea of blue. Over 1,000 participants, spectators and volunteers gathered together, and had fun showing support for local families of children with cancer, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,” Kristin Mudd of ReeseStrong said. This year the race benefitted the Griffin family of Henrico and the Evans family of Mechanicsville.

Nine-year-old Emily Griffin and 6-year-old Ben Evans were both diagnosed with brain tumors in the spring of 2012. Participants were encouraged to a start team and recruit family members, friends and co-workers. The largest team was Pole Green Elementary, with team captain Rhonda Epling, who “spread the word” and had 72 representatives. Emmy’s Army and Woodmark Platoon followed with 56 and 52 members, respectively. “Congratulations to our Reese’s Cup winner, Bruce see REESESTRONG, pg. 17

Berger,” Kristin added. She said he set a course record with a time of 15 minutes 55 seconds. Jackie Morgan, first place female, also set a course record with a female course record time of 19 minutes 13 seconds. For the full list of race results, visit the Richmond Road Runners result page. Kristin extended “special thanks to our event photographer Kecia Allen. Her amazing

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and Huntington’s disease combined. The disorder can lead to deafness, blindness, bone abnormalities, learning disabilities and cancer, but NF research is shedding new light on those and other complications as the Foundation searches for effective treatments for Neurofibromatosis. “Parents of kids living with NF, like the Arnette family, have proven time and again that they will go to the ends of the earth and do anything to find treatments for their child.

continued. “Our Diamond Level sponsors were HHHunt, Kroger, YMCA; Platinum Level – Bojangles, Papa John’s; Gold Level – Atwood Printing, Call Federal Credit Union, Divine Fitness, Dynamo Soccer Club, East Coast Endodontics, EVB, Giovanni’s, Hanover Pediatric Dentistry, Master Cho’s World Class Tae Kwon Do, Mathnasium, Marty’s Grill, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, Mexico Restaurant, Patrick Auto Group, Red Robin, Sheetz, TGI Fridays, Tucker-Franklin Insurance, Walgreens, Walmart; Silver – Atlee Chiropractic

Center, Edward Jones, Hanover Animal Hospital, Home Depot, McDonald’s, and Texas Roadhouse,” she said. For the full list of ReeseStrong 5K contributors, visit the 5K sponsors page on the ReeseStrong website at www.ReeseStrong.org. Race director Randy Mudd is described as “the heart and soul of the ReeseStrong 5K, spending countless hours organizing this race.” “He and ReeseStrong board member Lacey Hampton seek sponsorships from local businesses to add to the event’s success,” Kristin said. “We

exceeded our goal and brought in $32,000. It truly was a community event.”. Kristin said the ReeseStrong Foundation is dedicated to helping local families stay strong in the battle against childhood cancer. ReeseStrong strives to raise awareness throughout the year. The ReeseStrong Foundation formed in 2009 after 6-year-old Reese Klauer was diagnosed with brain cancer. The all-volunteer organization plans several fun, family friendly events to benefit families affected by this disease.

If their passion alone could fund NF research, this debilitating disorder would have ceased to exist years ago,” said Traceann Adams, director of the NF Walk Program at the Children’s Tumor Foundation. “Events like the Mechanicsville NF Walk serve as great opportunities to increase awareness about Neurofibromatosis and raise funds to find treatments for those affected.” For more information about the NF Walk Program, visit www.nfwalk.org. ----About Children’s Tumor Foundation The Children’s Tumor

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Hunter and Erin Allen are shown holding a copy of The Mechanicsville Local during their recent trip to Belize. They visited the Altun Ha Myan Ruins. They were joined by their parents, Michael and Jill. According to Jill, the Allens have made their home in Mechanicsville for eight years. “This was our BIG once-in-a-lifetime type vacation.” She also said the family took The Local to four countries.

Immanuel Episcopal Church at 3263 Old Church Rd. in Old Church welcomes “furry, fuzzy and scaly pets and animals” to the annual Blessing of the Animals during the 11 a.m. service on Sunday, Oct. 7. Photos of beloved animals that are unable to attend also are welcome. Visitors are encouraged to bring contributions of pet supplies such as dog or cat food, kitty litter, leashes, collars, beds and blankets. Items will be collected and donated to the Robin Starr Humane Society. Slightly used items are welcome. Donations may be dropped off in advance at the church vestibule or parish house. Immanuel Church is eastern Hanover County. Directions: From Mechanicsville, go east on U.S. 360 and turn right on Route 606 (Old Church Road) at West Store. Immanuel will be about 1.5 miles on the right. For more information about pet donations, contact Linden Updike at 804-730-2917. For Photo submitted by Paula Neely more information about Immanuel, visit www. The Blessing of the Animals will be held at the Immanuel Episcopal Church on Sunday. immanueloc.org or call 804-779-3454.

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Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Richmond East Rod & Gun Club will host its 3rd Annual Support Our Troops Car Show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, on the grounds of the Richmond East Moose Lodge at 7167 Flag

Lane in Mechanicsville. All Stock, Custom and Antiques car owners are invited to register between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The fees are $10 to show your car and $15 to be judged. Trophies will be awarded to the top cars in their class. Food and beverages will be available and entertainment will

be provided by a DJ. Admission if free, but donations greatly appreciated. All proceeds will be donated to the Fisher House. For more information, contact Eddie Krouse at 804-7467633. The rain date is Saturday, Oct. 20.

Black Creek VFD to host Open House event The Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department will host an Open House from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6, at 6397 McClellan Road in Mechanicsville. Members of the community are invited to come see the department’s station. The event also will feature the Fire Safety

House, representatives of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, equipment demonstrations and tours of the firehouse. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call Station 12 at 804781-0519.

Book signing with Julie Griﬃn to be held at Books, Beads & More Books, Beads & More at first book signing from 10 a.m the children’s book “Christina 8234 Bell Creek Rd #100 in to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20, Gradina — The Girl With Ten Mechanicsville will present its with Julie Griffin, who wrote Busy Toes.”

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Steak N Race Fall Festival Superintendent of Richmond Public Schools delivers commencement address to 242 students set Saturday Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Randolph-Macon Col-lege in Ashland held its Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 26, with Yvonne W. Brandon, Class of 1976, Ed.D., superintendent of Richmond Public Schools, delivering the address. Honorary degrees were conferred on attorney Everette G. “Buddy” Allen Jr., Class of 1962, and actress Daphne Maxwell Reid. Among the 242 students receiving degrees were: Krystin Husz, of Mechanicsville, who graduated magna cum laude with honors with Bachelor of Science degrees in Classical Studies and Latin. She was inducted into R-MC’s Phi Beta Kappa chapter. She is the

daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Terry Husz of Mechanicsville. Georgia Busch, of Doswell, who graduated with a Bache-lor of Science degree in Environmental Studies with a minor in Biology. Busch is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Busch of Doswell. Laura Briere, of Mechanicsville, who graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with a minor in Education. She was inducted into R-MC’s Phi Beta Kappa chapter. Briere is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Barry Briere of Mechanicsville. Michael Leber, of Mechanicsville, who graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics/Business with minors in Accounting and Ethics. Leber is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter T. Leber of

Mechanicsville. Denise Durgin, of Mechanicsville, who graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Durgin is the daughter of Denise Durgin of Mechanicsville. Benjamin Ashby, of Mechanicsville, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics/Business with a minor in Journalism. Ashby is the son of Mr. and Mrs. B. Stuart Ashby of Mechanicsville. Heather Brazier, of Mechanicsville, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Education. Brazier is the daughter of Karen Brazier of Mechanicsville. Ana Ivanova, of Mechanicsville, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree

in Economics/Business. Ivanova is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Ivanov of Mechanicsville. John Lynn, of Mechanicsville, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics/ Business with minors in Ethics and Political Science. Lynn is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Barry Lynn of Mechanicsville,. Virginia Mauch, of Mechanicsville, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. Mauch is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy C. Mauch of Mechanicsville. Matthew Musser, of Mechanicsville, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting. Musser is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Leon D. Musser of Mechanicsville. Byron Overstreet, of Montpelier, who graduated with

a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies with minors in Biology and Religious Studies. Overstreet is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren G. Overstreet of Montpelier. Whitney Robinson, of Mechanicsville, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology. Robinson is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. Robinson of Mechanicsville. Lindsey Tingler, of Doswell, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Tingler is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Wayne Tingler of Doswell. Stephen Walton, of Mechanicsville, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics/Business. Walton is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen W. Walton of Mechanicsville.

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Enon UMC to celebrate 175th year Enon United Methodist in Mechanicsville, with former pastor and current camChurch will celebrate its 175th Homecoming worship services. pus minister at Virginia Tech, will be the speaker. year at 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, Lunch will follow. Oct. 7, at 6156 Studley Road The Rev. Bret Gresham, a see ENON, pg. 26

School. Matt graduated from Hanover High School and is employed by Aramark Inc. A December 1, 2012, wedding is planned.

born at 11:46 p.m. on August 2, 2012, at VCU Health Systems. Colton weighed 5 pounds and 4 ounces and was 17¾ inches. The proud grandparents are Dean and Darlene Breedlove of Hanover and Russell and Susan Wright of Powhatan. His great-grandmother is Marjorie Eichmann, also of Powhatan.

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings ments and research. BJ’s also will unveil the “Pink Ribbon” club merchandise it will sell throughout the month of October. The “Pink Ribbon” club products support the BJ’s Charitable Foundation, which will distribute funds to 14 cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute, including the VCU Massey Cancer Center. The “Pink Picnic” is free and open to the public. All attendees will receive a complimentary lunch and a gift bag. To RSVP Thursday, Oct. 4 A blood drive will be or for more information, visit held from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at www.BJsforPink.com. Colonial Farm Credit at 7104 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Saturday, Oct. 6 The Women’s Ministry will Mechanicsville. Each person donating blood will be entered present a Fall Musical Tea at into a drawing for a gift. For 4 p.m. at the Pleasant Grove more details and to select Baptist Church at 8175 Pleasant a donation time, call Debbie Grove Road in Mechanicsville, with The Soul Seekers. Delby at 804-746-1252. The 2012 Walk to End Alzheimer’s will begin with a 9 Friday, Oct. 5 a.m. check-in and the walk at 10 Mechanicsville United Methodist Church will hold its a.m. at Innsbrook at 4600 Cox Ninth Annual Golf Tournament Road (Markel Plaza) in Glen at 1 p.m. at Glenwood Golf Allen. Register online at www. Course at 3100 Creighton Road. alz.org/grva. For more informaThe cost is $75 per golfer and tion, call 804-967-2580.

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Hanover Humane Society will hold a veterinary Wellness Clinic from 4 to 5:45 p.m. 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 necessary. For more information, visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org.

$300 per team. Companies can advertise as a hole sponsor for $100. All participants will receive a BBQ dinner and are eligible for prizes upon completion of the the tournament. For more information, contact Mark Crouse at 804-779-0922 or markc922@aol.com. The Power of Pink will be addressed by a local breast cancer survivor and a specialist from the VCU Massey Cancer Center at a “Pink Picnic” to be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. at BJ’s Wholesale at 7260 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. The survivor will share her experience with the disease and the specialist will present stateof-the-art information about breast cancer screening, treat-

for its annual Fall Bazaar, which 804-730-4956. includes crafts, a blood drive, Hanover Humane Society children’s activities and a bake sale. For more information, will hold a dog adoption stand from 9 a.m. to noon at contact Lisa at 804-746-4871. 12190 Washington Highway in Craft vendors are needed Ashland. Cat adoption stands for the CreationFest at Messiah will be held from 11 a.m. to Lutheran Church, which will 3 p.m. at the Mechanicsville be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Virginia Center PetSmart The cost is $10 for one table stores. For available animals and $15 for two tables. Space and additional adoption inforis limited; applications are due mation, visit www.hanoverOct. 1. For applications, contact humanesociety.org. Hanover the church at 804-746-7136 or Humane Society will attend the “Blessing of the Animals” from e-mail office@micas.org. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church at Atlee Road The Town of Ashland offers and Meadowbridge Road. free guided walking tours of the historic railroad town at 11 a.m. every Saturday in October. Sunday, Oct. 7 Hanover Humane Society The tours begin at the Ashland/ Hanover Visitor Center and are will hold a cat adoption stand given by knowledgeable vol- from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Virginia unteer guides who live in the Center PetSmart store. For Ashland area. For more infor- available animals and additionmation, contact the Ashland/ al adoption information, visit Hanover Visitor Center at 804- www.hanoverhumanesociety. org. 752-6766. St. Paul Lutheran Church offers its third annual indoor/ outdoor Fall Festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 8100 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. The festival will be held rain or shine, and includes arts/crafts, food, baked goods, an inflatable ark, and activities for children of all ages. This year’s theme is “Give Thanks.”

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Dessert Auction will be held at the New Highland Baptist Church at 9200 New Ashcake Road in Mechanicsville. Desserts Trinity Christian Church are created and auctioned off (Disciples of Christ) will host by silent and live bidding. All a Community Yard Sale from proceeds will benefit the New 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 8469 Atlee Highland Youth Ministry and Road in Mechanicsville. The missions. Members of the comevent will include a Bake Sale munity are invited to taste the and other foods. For more desserts. Lunch starts at noon; information, contact the church dessert bidding and sampling The Mechanicsville will follow. No RSVP required. office at 804-746-4838. Community Salt Fish Breakfast For more information, call 804The Highland Springs High runs from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at 550-9601. School Class of 1957 will hold the Enon United Methodist its 55th reunion from 11 a.m. Church at 6156 Studley Road Tuesday, Oct. 9 to 5 p.m. at the Armour House in Mechanicsville. The cost Better Breathers Club will Park Picnic Shelter. The cost is is $5 for adults, $7 with fish, meet from noon to 2 p.m. in $18 per person. For more infor- and $2.50 for children 12 and Room 110 of Medical Office mation, call Wilmer Harris Rice younger. Profits go to the Heart Building 1 at Bon Secours at 804-789-8968 or Betty Nunn Havens Fund, which supports Memorial Regional Medical residential housing for the men- Center at 8260 Atlee Road in Weiser at 804-737-0015. tally handicapped. For more Mechanicsville. A free support Christ United Methodist information and to set up res- group, the Better Breathers Club Church is seeking craft vendors ervations, call 804-746-4719 or is for people living with COPD

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or other chronic lung diseases, their family members and caregivers. For more information, contact Cynthia Claude or Suzi Poe at 804-764-7632.

Wednesday, Oct. 10 The New Virginians, a club for women new to the Richmond area in the last two years, will meet at 11:30 a.m. at the Hermitage Country Club at 1248 Hermitage Road in Manakin-Sabot. The guest speaker will be a Henrico County police officer, who will present a program on “Safety for Seniors” that includes tips to prevent identity theft. The cost is $25 for club members and their guests. Reservations are requested by noon on Oct. 3. For more information, contact membership@thenewva.org.

car owners are invited to register between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The fees are $10 to show your car and $15 to be judged. Trophies will be awarded to the top cars in their class. Food and beverages will be available and entertainment will be provided by a DJ. Admission is free, but donations greatly appreciated. All proceeds will be donated to the Fisher House. For more information, contact Eddie Krouse at 804-746-7633. The rain date is Saturday, Oct. 20. The congregation of the Lebanon United Methodist Church is sponsoring a Yard and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the church grounds at 8492 Peaks Road in Hanover. A large variety of items will be for sale. A hot dog and chips lunch will be available for purchase.

Saturday, Oct. 13 Hanover County Fire Safety Fair and Family Fun Day will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at Marty’s Grill at Rutland Commons Shopping Center. The event will include antique fire trucks and ambulances, a kids’ zone and a fire safety house. The Richmond Raiders cheerleaders will perform. Ten percent of proceeds all day from Marty’s Grill will benefit the Burn Foundation and Fallen Fire Fighters. A cornhole tournament costs $30 per team if registered by Oct. 5 and $40 after Oct. 5. Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, go to www. RichmondCornhole.com. The Richmond East Rod & Gun Club will host its 3rd Annual Support Our Troops Car Show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, on the grounds of the Richmond East Moose Lodge at 7167 Flag Lane in Mechanicsville. All Stock, Custom and Antiques

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 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores. For available animals and additional adoption information, visit www.hanoverhumanesociety.org. Fall Festival 2012 will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pearson’s Corner Elementary School. For more information, visit http://pcespta.org. Curves and Zumba are joining to present Party in Pink, Movin’ to End Breast Cancer, with three half-hour classes starting at 8, 9 and 10 a.m. in the parking lot (weather permitting) at the Bell Creek Curves location at 8324 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. In the event of inclement weather, the classes see CALENDAR, pg. 26

Pet of the Week Does Arthritis Have Your Dog Down? Regenerative medicine is a reality now through stem cell therapy. Done in-house, in one day, your pet can have a new lease on life! If this sounds beneficial to your pet, come for a FREE consultation with Dr. Teague today! The Hanover Pound at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland has this cat and dog for adoption. “Max” is a 4-year-old male black and white domestic short hair cat. He is a big boy. He gets along with other cats. He is a very sweet and lovable boy. He is up-to-date on all shots and has been neutered. He is FELV/FIV (negative). He is one you must see. He is looking for his special bed or couch to call his own. “Fancy” is a 7-month-old female brown and white pitbull. She loves to romp and play and likes children and other dogs. She is up-to-date on all shots and has been spayed. She is heartworm (negative). She is a sweet girl looking for a great home to call her own. For more information on adopting Max and Fancy, 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/.

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For more information about the meeting or becoming a member Continued from pg. 24 of the Pamunkey Woman’s Club, will be held inside the Curves contact Barbara Jacks, memberfacility. The classes are free with ship chairman, at 804-746-3294 all donations benefiting Susan or visit the club’s website, www. PAMUNKEYWC.org. G. Komen for the Cure.

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The first annual “Pig Pickin & Gospel Bluegrass Concert” will begin at 3 p.m. with children’s games, activities, bouncy house, hay rides and classic cars on display at the Rural Point Baptist Church at 6548 Studley Road in Mechanicsville. A bluegrass jam session starts at 5 p.m., with dinner following at 6 p.m. and a bluegrass gospel concert at 7 p.m. For more information, call 730-3226 or visit www. ruralpointbaptist.com.

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

Tuesday, Oct. 16 The Hanover Ruritan Club holds its meeting and dinner on the third Tuesday of each month, with dinner starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church. To learn more about the Ruritans and to request a membership application, call 804-746-5728 or write to Hanover Ruritan, P.O. Box 625, Mechanicsville, Va., 23111. To attend a Ruritan meeting as a guest, call 804-746-5728. The Hanover Ruritan Club welcomes men and women.

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School Stadium at 10307 Chamberlayne Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for chilRd. in Mechanicsville. dren (age 3 to 12) and seniors (55-plus) and The event will feature marching bands free for children 2 and under. from across the state performing in comConcessions will be available. petition and including brass, woodwinds, For more information, visit www.facepercussion and color guard. book.com/HanoverHSBands.

Thursday, Oct. 18 The Hanover County Republican Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the Bass Pro Shop in Ashland. The guest speaker will be Pete Snyder, chairman of the 2012 Romney Virginia Victory Campaign. For more information about becoming a member of the HCRC, contact chairman Nancy Russell at nsrussell29@yahoo.com or visit www.hanovergop.com.

The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1967 will hold its 45th class reunion from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Willies Smoked Carolina BBQ at 7075 Mechanicsville Turnpike in the Brandy Hill Shopping Center in Mechanicsville. The cost is $35 per person. Graduates with address or phone number changes should contact Bill Gagnon at 804-559-1605 or wwgagnon@vcu.edu, Retta A. Ramkey at ramkeyra@comcast. net, Linda Y. Morris at mamamorris@verizon.net or Patsy C. Christian at pchristian@ slurrypavers.com. Postcards containing additional information will be sent as the date approaches.

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The Hanover Republican Women’s Club will meet at 6 p.m. at the Calabash Seafood Restaurant in Mechanicsville. The guest speaker will be Del. L. Scott Lingamfelter, R-31. For more information about becoming a member of the HRWC, contact president Lisa Bradford Monday, Oct. 15 The Pamunkey Woman’s at rnbradford@hughes.net or Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the visit www.hrwomen.com. Walnut Grove Baptist Church. Ave Porter will discuss Fisher Wednesday, Oct. 17 House, which provides tempoHanover Humane Society rary overnight accommodations will hold a veterinary Wellness for family members of patients Clinic from 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. at at V.A. hospitals who live out- its facility at 12190 Washington side of the area of the hospital. Highway in Ashland. The clin-

The Patrick Henry High School Class of 1992 will hold its 20th class reunion weekend Oct. 19-21. Events include a football game, a PJ party, family picnic, party and farewell send-off. For more information, including payment options, call 804-519-4959 or e-mail PHHS92reunion@aol.com.

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

A pancake breakfast will be held from 8 to 11 a.m. at the New Bethesda Baptist Church at 9019 New Bethesda Rd. in Mechanicsville. The Community Food Pantry

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By Eric Kolenich Richmond Times Dispatch Out of breath and his chest heaving, Highland Springs quarterback D.J. Johnson sat in the back of the end zone under the goal posts. The siren on the scoreboard blared high and low, indicating the game had ended. With Johnson barely able to stand, his team picked him up. He hobbled back to midfield to shake hands while his team went wild. He had just scored an 8-yard touchdown with no time left, sealing the Springers’ miraculous comeback and beating visiting No. 4 Hanover 2421. The Hawks (3-1, 0-1Capital) led 21-6 with 8:13 left in the game. “I’m exhausted,” Johnson said. “It’s the greatest feeling ever.” The final play wasn’t supposed to be a run. It was drawn for Johnson to throw to one of three receivers to his right. But he saw the defense stack up on that side, so he went left. When he got to the pylon, he dived and went out of bounds. The referee put up his hands, indicating a touchdown, and the game was over. “I’m going to run them over to score,” Johnson thought as he raced up the side of the field.

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Hanover’s Donte’ Haynesworth was burning up the turf at Highland Springs on Friday night. Haynesworth scored all of the Hawks’ points on two receptions and a fumble return for a TD. Haynesworth also came up with a big interception to stop a Springer scoring attempt.

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Highland Springs quarterback DJ Johnson, left, spent most of the game looking to escape the the Hanover defense. Above: Hanover’s Daniel Fogleman and Earl Ross (88) break through the line to catch Johnson flat-footed for a sack.

“I’m going to score. That’s all.” Ideally, the offense should be balanced, coach Loren Johnson said. When the fifth-ranked Springers (4-0, 1-0) are clicking on all cylinders, D.J. Johnson distributes the ball to a host of running backs and regularly carries it himself. But when they were down late in the game, they turned to their junior quarterback to dig them out of the hole. He ran 33 yards to set up a Daryl Wilson touchdown early in the fourth quarter and threw a 29-yard pass before Roy Adams scored from 2 yards out a few minutes

later to cut the deficit to 21-18. Then Johnson threw passes of 36 yards and 19 yards to get Highland Springs to the 8-yard line with three seconds left. The Springers set up for a 25-yard field goal to tie the game. Then Hanover called a timeout. When play resumed, the Springers held their kicker and sent Johnson out to get the win. He finished the game with 41 yards on 11 carries and completed 5-of-14 passes for 102 yards. “I didn’t want to go to overtime,” Loren Johnson said. “Not

tonight. We hadn’t been moving the ball well, especially in the first half.” The comeback spoiled a strong effort by Hanover running back Lawrence Jones, quarterback Andrew Knizner and receiver Donte Haynesworth. Haynesworth scored three touchdowns, two receiving and one on a fumble recovery. He also picked off a pass. Knizner completed 7-of-13 passes for 135 yards and two touchdowns. He mixed in passes, and Jones carried the ball 29 times for 112 yards. see HAWKS, pg. 28 `

By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com In the 14th century, Dante’ Alighieri wrote “The Divine Comedy” a three part work of literature that included the book “Inferno”. On Friday night at Highland Springs, the Hanover football team played out their own version titled Donte’s Inferno. Hanover senior wide receiver/defensive back Donte’ Haynesworth proved to be a demon for the Springers to contend with by scoring all of Hawks’ points and being a torment on defense. Midway through the second quarter, the Hawks were looking at third-and-28 from their own 19-yard line when Haynesworth went to work. Breaking out down the left side, Haynesworth raced past the Highland Spring secondary to pull in an Andrew Knizner pass for an 81-yard touchdown play.

Haynesworth started the third in similar fashion. Once again with the Hawks in need of a bailout, Haynesworth got ahead of the Springer secondary to pull in a deep pass. Soon afterward, it was Haynesworth in the left corner of the endzone, wearing a Springer defender on his back like a cape, he went up to pull in a 3-yard touchdown pass. He also turned in two of the Hawks’ biggest defensive plays. Haynesworth took advantage as the Hanover defense, led by two sacks from Brent Combs and one each by Daniel Fogleman and Stu Mains, put Springer quarterback DJ Johnson on the turf. Earl Ross and David Crytser repeatedly forced Johnson into ‘run for your life’ mode. Late in the third quarter, Johnson tried to escape a sack from Crytser by heaving the

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Patriots fall to 0-4, with another close loss By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local Few football teams can have drawn a worse opening hand than Patrick Henry. A combination of a thin bench, brutal opening schedule, and injuries—the Patriots lost six starters in the Tomato Bowl alone— had Patrick Henry down when it opened against visiting John Marshall Friday night. After a first half of frustration, in which the Patriots managed only 44 yards total offense and the Justices had a two-touchdown lead, it looked like the game would match the dreariness of the weather at the opening kickoff. But the determined Patriots came out in the second half

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ball far down field to an open receiver near the goal line. Haynesworth beat the ball there for an interception. On the Springers next possession, Johnson tried to force a pitch outside to Ralph Stovall. The ball went wide as Crytser took Stovall down. Haynesworth was in the right spot to scoop and scamper 38-yards for his third touchdown of the night. “Donte’ Haynesworth put in one of the best performances I’ve seen,” said Hanover head coach Josh Just. “He played all over the place. Did a great job for us. He’s a dominant football player and I hope some Division I school saw that and gives him a scholarship. He deserves it.” It seemed the only time Haynesworth was not making plays was when he was catching his breath on the sidelines. “Even when he was tired he was making plays,” Just said. But true to Alighieri’s forms of “Inferno” torment, Hanover could feel victory in their hands only to see if slip away in the final second.

and made a game of it, to keep the Justices in reasonable doubt about victory until the final seconds until John Marshall quarterback Jerrelle Pringle ran out the clock on a 27-21 win. For the undefeated Justices (4-0, 1-0 Colonial), the challenge raised by the winless Patriots (0-4, 0-1) came as no surprise. “We knew we were playing against a strong Patrick Henry team,” said John Marshall coach Marvin Bridges. “I’ve been watching the scores of the games they’ve been playing before and they’ve been in every game.” Even after a shut-out first half, in which Patrick Henry earned only two first downs, while John Marshall scored two touchdowns and earned

13 first downs on 192 yards total offense, Bridges expected trouble from the Patriots. And he got it. In the second half, Patrick Henry took to the air in earnest, and the connection between quarterback Tyler Phelps and wide receiver Travis Phillips proved especially fruitful, with the duo combining in the final 24 minutes for three completions for 125 yards – all touchdowns. “It took that to happen to wake us up,” Bridges said. “I told them [the Justices] it wasn’t over just because you have the lead. You have to finish the game.” Phelps finished with 11 completions in 16 attempts for 187 yards. Phillips finished with four receptions for 132 yards.

Leading 21-6 with 8:13 left in the game, Hanover appeared to have victory sealed. But the Hawks watched it all slip away in a flurry of flags and miscues. The Springers began finding holes in the Hawks’ defense to do something they had been prevented from doing most of the night- score- again and again and again. The Hanover offense was just as much to blame as the defense as the Hawks were unable to pick up first downs and could not get big stops. “We lost momentum,” Just said. “We didn’t move the ball offensively in the second half. Defensively we had too many individual breakdowns.” Just took the blame. “I feel like I didn’t do a good job of adjusting to it,” he said. “I didn’t feel like I did a good job of changing our game plan at halftime, which is obvious from the score. I wish there was a couple of things I could go back and do to put the kids in better position but I didn’t and that’s something I’ll have to do a better job of next time.” There will be no escaping an “Inferno” this Friday night for

one team when Hanover and Atlee square off in what should be one he--, heck of a game. It will be a true matchup of the unstoppable force meeting the unmovable object. In four games this season, Atlee’s offense has scored a total of 204 points; a 51 points per game average. Senior running back Morris Jackson, who has amassed an amazing 1039 yards rushing and 18 touchdowns, is averaging over 259 yards and 4.5 touchdowns per game. Somewhat overshadowed, Hanover has scored at nearly an equal clip, 151 total points for a nearly 38 point per game average. Where the two teams differ is on defense. Hanover’s defense is giving up only eight points per game. Atlee’s defense has given up 155 points, nearly 39 points per game. Against their two common opponents, Deep Run and Patrick Henry, Atlee allowed 72 points, Hanover 0. Statistics indicate Hanover should maintain their high point production. The deciding factor will be if the Hawks’ defense can slow the Atlee juggernaut.

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Unfortunately for Patrick Henry, it struggled to contain John Marshall’s two running threats: John Thompson and Zyon Brown. Thompson led the Justices with 30 carries for 200 yards and two touchdowns. Brown, whose power inside kept the middle of the Patriots’ defense tied down, had 14 carries for 64 yards. “Brown and Thompson are good football players,” said Patrick Henry coach Sam Hart. “We knew what they were going to do. It was our job to stop them. We just didn’t stop them enough.” John Marshall suffered from point-after trouble in the first half and that kept Patrick

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Morris Jackson rushed 41 times for 337 yards and five touchdowns as Atlee rolled to a 59-34 victory over Henrico in a Capital District game Friday night. Jackson’s 337 yards puts him at 1,039 yards just four games into the season. Kenner Berry threw for 250 yards and two touchdowns with three interceptions and ran for another for the Raiders (3-1, 1-0), and Malik White threw for 224 yards and two touchdowns and a pick and rushed Hanover..................... 0 7 14 0 — 21 for two scores for the Warriors Highland Springs...... 0 6 0 18 — 24 (0-4, 0-1). Hanover’s Sam Rogers, an All-Metro utility player last year, sat out with a dislocated finger. He had surgery during the week and will miss at least one more game. Springers linebacker Marcus Logan- Baker, also an All-Metro pick last season, was on the sideline because of disciplinary reasons. Eric Kolenich is a staff writer for the Richmond Times Dispatch.

Han—Haynesworth 81 pass from Knizner (Allen kick) HS — Wilson 6 run (kick blocked) Han — Haynesworth 3 pass from Knizner (Allen kick) Han—Haynesworth 34 rumble return (Allen kick) see PATRIOTS, pg. 29 ` HS — Wilson 8 run (pass failed) HS — Adams 2 run (run failed) The Raiders will also be fac- HS — Johnson 8 run (no attempt)

ing a Hawks team that is fired up and looking to rebound from a bitter loss. Though that loss to Highland Springs will be a torturous memory for Hanover, the game will not be wiped from their minds. “We’re going to come back to this game,” Just said. “We’re going to reflect on what this feels like. We lost to a really good team out here tonight but we had a chance to win it and we just let it go.” As against Highland Springs, Hanover will be without the services of senior do-everything player Sam Rogers. Rogers suffered a dislocated finger and is not due to return until after the Hawks play Atlee. Even though the was not on the field at Highland Springs, Just felt Rogers played a vital role. “Sam’s a great player and a great leader so anytime you lose one of the best players in the state, and one of the best people, it brings your team down a little,” Just said. “But he was a leader out here tonight talking to the team, talking to the kids, he led even though he wasn’t in.”

ATLEE 59, HENRICO 34

Atlee........................ 20 25 7 7 — 59 Henrico.................... 7 6 7 14 — 34 H—Smoot 77 punt return (Shukla

kick)A — Jackson 5 run (Jacob rush) A — Jackson 38 run (pass failed) A — Jacob 7 pass from Berry (pass failed) H — White 7 run (pass failed) A — Berry 7 run (pass failed) RUSHING Han: Jones 29-112, Knizner 5-7. HS: A—Jacob 20 pass fromBerry (run Johnson 10-41, Wilson 12-111, failed) Hinton, 5-76, Cawthon 3-37, Adams A — Jackson 5 run (Crescentini kick)H — Peterson 10 pass from 6-22. White (Shukla kick) PASSING Han: Knizner 7-13-0 135. HS: A — Jackson 19 run (Crescentini kick)H — White 8 run (run failed) Johnson 5-14-1 102. A—Berry 16 run (Crescentini kick) H — Melvin 50 pass from White RECEIVING Han: Haynesworth 3-118, Harris 2- (White run) 11, Bazala 1-5, Stubbs 1-1. HS: Stovall 1-36, Tharrington 1-29, Davis 1-19, Perry KING WILLIAM 40,

NO. 3 VARINA 27, LEE-DAVIS 0 Tyler Meredith carried the ball only eight times, but had 139 yards and two touchdowns as the Blue Devils blanked Lee-Davis in a Capital District opener. P.T. Dixon had five rushes for 96 yards and two touchdowns for Varina (3-1). Chris Simpson had 112 yards on the ground for the Confederates (2-2).

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The three and one half hour drive to Nanuda did not slow the King William offense. After falling behind 7-0 in the first quarter, the Cavaliers outscored host Nanuda 40-3 over the final three periods of play. Camjae Peatross put King William on top with a 42-yard touchdown run then later scored on 2-yard scamper. Quarterback Freeman McPhearson got the Varina...................... 0 14 13 0 — 27 Cavs on the board with a 4-yard Lee-Davis................ 0 0 0 0 — 0 TD and Malik King added an 8yard run to cap the scoring. V — Dixon 68 run (Young kick) V — Meredith 53 run (Young kick) V — Meredith 4 run (run failed) V — Dixon 20 run (Young kick)

King William...... 0 15 11 14 – 40 Nanuda................ 7 0 3 0 – 10

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Henry within striking distance. The Justices failed to convert on a kick and a run after their first and second touchdowns, respectively, and had only a 120 lead at halftime. That changed in the second half, with a successful kick after a touchdown on the opening drive of the second half to give John Marshall a 19-0 lead, but Patrick Henry struck quickly to close the gap. On the ensuing kickoff, Parrish Gordon’s 24-yard return gave Patrick Henry a first-and10 on their 49. They took 10 plays to score on Phelps 9-yard pass to Phillips. Connor McKee’s kick made it 19-7. After the next John Marshall drive ended in an interception

JM – Thompson 5 run (run failed) JM – Thompson 9 run (Bullock kick) PH – Phillips 9 pass from Phelps (McKee kick) PH – Phillips 55 pass from Phelps (McKee kick) JM – Alexander 71 punt return (Thompson run) PH – Phillips 61 pass from Phelps (McKee kick) RUSHING John Marshall – Thompson 30 carries 200 yards, Brown 14-64, Pringle 7-11, Yaboro 1-3, Bridges 1-0. Patrick Henry – Evans 6-19, Harris 11-14, Phelps 4-(minus 1), Robinson 1-(minus 1). PASSING John Marshall – Pringle 2 completions 9 attempts 40 yards 1 interception, Bridges 0-1-0-0. Patrick Henry – Phelps 11-16-187-0. RECEIVING John Marshall – Thompson 1 receptions 20 yards, Alexander 1-20. John Marshall............. 12 0 7 8 – 27 Patrick Henry – Boone 4-34, Phillips Patrick Henry.............. 0 0 14 7 – 21 4-132, Huber 2-16, Harris 1-5. JM – Thompson 20 pass from Pringle Records: John Marshall 4-0, Patrick (kick failed) Henry 0-4.

by Patrick Henry’s Dawayne Winston, Phelps and Phillips needed just one play – a 55-yard pass – to add another Patriot touchdown and, after another McKee kick, close to within 1914. But the Patriot momentum was not to last. Despite a Justice fumble on the following kickoff, Patrick Henry’s offense could not get past the John Marshall 35-yard line, where it returned the ball to the Justices on downs with 1:51 left in the third quarter. “That was a big drive,” Hart said. “We didn’t finish that drive off. If we could’ve gone ahead, we’d have been okay.”

Storm returns to boost Jackets Contributed report EMORY, VA -- The Randolph-Macon Football team ran its winning streak to three as it opened ODAC play with a 2210 road win at Emory & Henry on Saturday. R-MC (3-1, 1-0 ODAC) handed E&H (3-1, 0-1) its first loss of the year. The Yellow Jackets rolled up 376 yards of offense and held possession for over 35 minutes en route to the victory. Quarterback Zac Naccarato completed 79 percent of his passes on the day, going 15-of19 for 233 yards. Naccarato connected with wide receivers Christian Cook and Luke Sellers six times each in the win. The two pronged running game of Drake Sanders and Will McGhee combined for 144 yards on the day, gaining 80 and 64 yards, respectively. On the defensive side of the ball, R-MC held E&H to just seven yards on the ground, while sacking quarterback Kyle Bodden four times. Bodden finished the game 31-of-51, for 359 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

R-MC jumped out to a 10-0 lead following a 43-yard field goal from Josh Storm with 35 seconds left in the first quarter. The Jackets first touchdown of the game came on its first possession of the second quarter. R-MC strung together a 10-play drive that covered 64 yards in just over three minutes. Naccarato was 4-of-4 on the drive and tight end Dan Crouch had a one-yard touchdown plunge for the score. The Wasps got on the board on its next possession via a Matt Turchin 32-yard field goal with seven minutes remaining in the half. Storm , coming back from injury, connected on another field goal (39 yards) with 1:03 to go to put R-MC up 13-3. E&H then drove down to the Randolph-Macon 1-yard line with six seconds remaining. Bodden attempted to score, but was stopped and with no timeouts, the half ended. A 42-yard field goal by Storm on R-MC’s first possession of the second stanza gave R-MC a 16-3 edge and the Jackets would ice the contest with just over seven

minutes to go when Naccarato scored on a keeper from 1-yard out to make it 22-3. Danny Hunt led R-MC with nine tackles. Akeem Hardy had eight stops and Ian Candelaria had seven, including one sack. R-MC senior defensive lineman Cross Trued earned ODAC Defensive Player of Week honors after becoming a mainstay in E&H backfield, Trued recorded 2.5 sacks for a -22 yards. He made three stops behind the line of scrimmage, accounting for 23-yards lost. With teammate Calvin Davis (Lee-Davis), Trued combined on a 10-yard sack in the third quarter, and had a pair of solo efforts in the fourth quarter, (-7, -10). Trued finished the contest with six total stops. Randolph-Macon..... 3 10 3 6 - 22 Emory & Henry...... 0 3 0 7 - 10 R-MC - Josh Storm 43 yd field goal R-MC - Dan Crouch 1 yd run (Josh Storm kick) EHC - Matt Turchin 32 yd field goal R-MC - Josh Storm 39 yd field goal R-MC - Josh Storm 42 yd field goal R-MC - Zac Naccarato 1 yd run (Kyle Norton pass failed) EHC - Adam Pugh 14 yd pass from Kyle Boden (Matt Turchin kick) RUSHING: Randolph-Macon-Drake Sanders 19-80; Will McGhee 12-64;

Locals put best foot forward at Maymont Breidenbaugh and Atlee’s Hall shine By Jordan Bondurant Richmond Times Dispatch Atlee’s Nathaniel Hall was nervous as he stepped to the starting line for Saturday’s boys invitational division race at the 10th annual Maymont XCountry Festival. “I normally don’t get nervous right before a race,” Hall explained. “I don’t know what it was, but I was just nervous.” Maybe it was the presence of Jacob Burcham from Cabell Midland in West Virginia. Burcham entered the race as the heavy favorite and didn’t disappoint, winning in 15 minutes, 28 seconds. Hall’s nerves quickly dissipated when the race began and he finished fourth in 15:43. Deep Run’s Matthew Novak earned 10th with a time of 16:16. Severna Park (Md.) won the boys team title with 9 points, followed by Cabell Midland and Downington West (Pa.). Hall, the defending Central Region champion and AllMetro runner of the year, had set the bar high for area runners this season by winning the Fork Union and Wood-berry Forest invitationals. While beating a national elite runner such as Burcham would have been a feather in his cap, this race also B. Harrison 1-4; Dan Crouch 1-1; TEAM 1-minus 2; Zac Naccarato 15-minus 4. Emory & Henry-Kasey Jones 9-29; Joe Vaughn 3-5; Kyle Boden 8-minus 27. PASSING: Randolph-Macon-Zac Naccarato 15-19-0-233. Emory & Henry-Kyle Boden 31-55-1-359. RECEIVING: Randolph-MaconChristian Cook 6-98; Luke Sellers 4-98; Vance Hendren 2-14; Kyle Norton 1-14; Will McGhee 1-7; Drake Sanders 1-2. Emory & Henry-Corey Ware 6-65; Deion George 5-63; Chad Williams 5-47; Adam Pugh 4-67; Kasey Jones 4-14; Lucas Kirby 3-67; Cleo Cooper 224; DaVon Ross 1-16; Nate Dorton 1-minus 4.

served as a potential state preview. There were competitors in the field he could see again in November, and Hall made the race more about running the best he could and putting his toughest competition behind him. “I have a few rivals out there,” he said. “It was just such a great feeling to know I had my No. 1and 2 rivals behind me.” Hall was not fazed by the challenges presented by the hilly course at Maymont. Despite not catching Burcham, Hall had much more to smile about after coming across the line. “That time was a new personal best for me,” he said. “I actually thought I was running pretty slow. When my coaches were yelling my split times at me, I knew I had to pick it up. It definitely was a nice result.” Atlee coach Jim Triemplar saw this as a big opportunity for Hall. “Nathaniel is an incredibly hardworking and dedicated athlete,” Triemplar said. “For him to PR at this point in the season says a lot about him as a worker. He set a goal at the beginning of the season to be on the podium at the state meet, and if he can keep running like this, I don’t think there is anything or anyone that can keep him from achieving that goal.” Lake Braddock ran away with the girls invitational divi-

sion with 43 points. Lee’s Summit West (Mo.) was second with 74, and Downing-ton West (Pa.) third with 120. Maggie Walker’s Rachel Galton used a quicker-than-normal start to keep pace with the leaders for a large portion of the race to finish seventh in 19:02. “I started the race out really fast,” Galton said. “But I was happy with the way everything turned out. It was an honor to be able to run with the lead pack for a little bit.” Molly Breidenbaugh of Trinity Episcopal won the girls coastal division race in 18:40 to help the Titans finish seventh as a team. Breidenbaugh, a firstteam All-Metro selection in 2011, transferred to Trinity Episcopal after winning the Capital District title as a sophomore at Hanover. Teammate Katie Bowe was second in 19:43. “I couldn’t be happier with the way I ran today,” Breidenbaugh said. “It’s been a good season so far, and I’ve worked hard. It was nice to see some of that hard work pay off today.” Trinity Episcopal’s boys team finished third in the coastal division championship. Reider Strehler finished second in 16:22, and Mac Strehler was third in 16:24. Teams representing nine states and Washington, D.C., competed in 15 races on the day.

R-MC hosts first night game Staff reports

This Friday night, the Randolph-Macon football team will host the school’s first ever regular season night game on the renovated Day Field in Ashland. The Yellow Jackets will host Catholic in an important Old Dominion Athletic Conference contest on October 5, at 7 p.m. Both teams are 1-0 and

ODAC play, R-MC (3-1, 1-0) is coming off a 22-10 win at Emory & Henry while Catholic handed league favorite Hampden-Sydney a 41-28 road loss on Saturday. Catholic (2-2, 1-0) comes in with the league’s second best scoring offence averaging 32.5 points per game, but also has the ODAC’s worst scoring defense, giving up 34.5 ppg.

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Lee-Davis is back with OT win over Atlee Smith’s 27 saves not enough to hold oﬀ Confederates By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Not so long ago, the Capital District field hockey title was a constant battle between two teams; Atlee and Lee-Davis. Times changed, Hanover developed into a solid program and Lee-Davis fell on lean years. But tied 2-2 in the closing seconds of overtime last Wednesday, Lee-Davis senior Taylor Loomis drilled a shot through the Atlee defense for the win to make a definitive statement. “We’re back,” Loomis said. It was the first time the three year starter was able to knock off her rivals. “It’s a good way to play my last regular season game against Atlee,” she said. “We’ve never beat them since I’ve been a starter on varsity.” With the victory Lee-Davis (6-3, 6-1 Capital) moved into a first place tie with Atlee (8-2, 61) atop the district standings. Three years ago, it was LeeDavis head coach Courtney Jones that built the Confederates into a perennial district contender. It was Jones, back on the sidelines for the first time in three years, which put LeeDavis back on top of the district race. The biggest challenge for Jones coming into the season was rebuilding confidence among the Confederates. “When I coached here three years ago, it always came down to Atlee and Lee-Davis,” she said. “So coming back and knowing they hadn’t beat Atlee in three years… the preparation that it took was I had to get them mentally in this game and I had to get them to believe in themselves and know we could change the past.

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I think they questioned themselves at moments in the game but they pulled it off and now they have a new picture in their head. They know that Lee-Davis can overcome Atlee and we’ll see where we end up in the final round later on this season.” On the opposite end of the field, Atlee head coach Alyssa Farling was facing the difficulty if calming her players down. “It’s always an emotional game,” she said. “It’s always very keyed up. That’s the hardest part is to keep them calm and keep their head in the game. That’s something we focused on, even from the last time, they know when we huddle up, let’s calm back down, get in the game.” Lee-Davis hit the field aggressively and dominated possession of the ball throughout putting Atlee back on their heels early. “We played a lot of defense, we played more defense than we normally play,” Farling said. “That’s the most defense we’ve had to play yet this season.” In the game, the Confederates played 21 corners included 14 consecutive over a 23 minute span in the second half.

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In comparison, Atlee played a total of four corners in the entire game. “What I’m pleased about on that end is they could have scored a whole lot more but we held them off on defense,” Farling said. That defense was led by an incredible performance from Atlee keeper Hayley Smith who finished with an astounding 27 saves and repeatedly repelling Lee-Davis. “It’s extremely frustrating,” Jones said. “We’ve been working a lot this season, especially on our offensive corners, so it’s frustrating when the one thing you’ve been striving to succeed at is the constant battle they fight.” Smith took her stand early when Lee-Davis’ Madison Doss was awarded a penalty shot eight minutes into the contest. Doss sent her one-on-one attack to the left side of the goal where Smith swatted the ball away. The Confederates finally found pay dirt in the 21st minute when Lauren Wolfgang connected off a corner play from the left side. The Lee-Davis score gave Atlee motivation. “I felt like they kept hitting

it right between our legs and we were looking a little flat right at the beginning,” Farling said. “But they got motivated when (LeeDavis) hit the backboard. Then we picked it up.” Facing a 1-0 deficit, Atlee went on the offense and finally got their first corner of the game in the 22nd minute. Over the next six minutes, the Raiders had six consecutive corners, finally getting on the scoreboard when Ally Richie fed the ball to Jasmine Zollar for a goal with a little over two minutes left in the half. The Raider momentum carried into the second half and Atlee jumped out to a quick 2-1 lead in the 31st minute as Zollar scored off a Jessica Fairly feed. But the rest of the half was all Lee-Davis as the Confederates played 14 consecutive corners before tying the game with less than six minutes remaining when Harper Matthews scored off an assist from Wolfgang which sent the contest to overtime. In OT, Atlee could not take advantage on two quick corners, which opened the door for LeeDavis to take the win. With less than three minutes

At left: Atlee keeper Hayley Smith (55) makes a remarkable recovery to get in front of a shot from Lee-Davis’ Cameron Gibson (14). Smith finished the game with 27 saves. Above: The Confederates swarm Taylor Loomis (13) after her goal in the final seconds of overtime to give Lee-Davis a 3-2 win over Atlee.

to play the Confederates looked like they had the contest locked up. Cameron Gibson drove center goal and Smith tripped then fell trying to get the block. The ball rolled to the left side of the box with nothing between Gibson and the backboard… or so it seemed. As Gibson got low to drive the score in, Smith came diving in on her side, seemingly out of nowhere, to block the line. “She does a beautiful dive and split,” Farling said. “When she can get those in it’s worth seeing.” But the play was not dead. When Gibson tried to adjust her shot over the Atlee keeper, Smith rose to her knees forcing Gibson to go high and the ball sailed over the box. Two minutes later, Loomis went to work. “My team really brought it up the field,” she said. “It took a couple crosses but they put it right on my stick and it was just an open goal from there.” The Confederates stormed the field in celebration. After the festivity died down, Jones admitted she was uncertain how her team would react facing the challenge. “I knew we were capable of winning this

game but I knew that we were in even competition,” she said. “Somehow we’ve always been with Atlee and I was hoping that we’d be done in 60 minutes. But to be honest with you, this is where you get to see the true hockey come out and the girls pull it together on both sides and play their hearts out and they did just that.” Atlee................................. 1 1 0 — 2 Lee-Davis......................... 1 1 1 — 3 A: Zollar 2. L-D: Wolfgang, Matthews, Loomis Saves: Gosselin (L-D) 15; Smith (A) 27

Hawks take 2nd in Capital District golf Staff reports A calculation error of team points occured in our efforts to include overage of the Capital District golf championship in last week’s Mechanicsville Local prior to the print deadline. Hanover (323) finished second in the tournament instead of Glen Allen (324) as previously reported. Hanover’s Chris Melton was named Golfer of the Year and Atlee’s Jamie Edwards earned Coach of the Year honors.

MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES ASSEMBLY OF GOD Mechanicsville Christian Center: Families encountering Christ Sun. 9 & 11AM, children’s ministries Wed. 7PM, students Sun. & Thurs. nights, small groups. 8061 Shady Grove Rd. www.mccag.org 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

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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.org Immanuel Episcopal Welcomes You! 779-3454 3263 Old Church Rd. Sun 9 & 11 am Holy Eucharist. Education for all ages at 10am. Nursery 10-12. Refreshments after 11am service. immanueloc.org St. Paul’s Episcopal Church , Rte 301 & 54, Hanover Courthouse, VA 23069, Fall Schedule: Sunday Service will be at 8am & 10:30am with coffee hour after both services. Christian education at 9:15. Nursery is available for infants & toddlers at the 10:00am service. Rev. Jack Sutor 537-5516. stpaulshanover.org

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

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Hanover Baptist Church ( 3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall). Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club. Family oriented & God-centered. Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior. 798-7190 www.hbcva.org Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com Advertise with The Mechanicsville Local Call 746-1235 for more details!

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST 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 Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170

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INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11:00, Contemporary 9:30 & 11:00, Bible School at 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00. 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)

NON-DENOMINATIONAL 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

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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

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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 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 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

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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 “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 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

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 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

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