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Supervisors, on 4-2 vote, ax proﬀers By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local Once known for the highest proffer amounts in the Richmond metro area, Hanover County now has none. Last Wednesday, the Board of Supervisors voted 4-2 to revoke the county’s current proffer policy that requires new residential lots pay a $19,000plus levy before a certificate of occupancy can be granted. Concern over the possible economic development impact

of the proffers prompted the board to task a special committee with finding acceptable alternatives to the program. Since May, that committee met eight times and presented a recommendation to the board earlier last month that the policy be eliminated. Board vice chairman Canova Peterson, who represents the Mechanicsville District, moved that the panel accept the committee’s recommendations and remove the policy, a motion

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“I would like more time to digest this proposal and how it fits in with the schools’ plan.” ANGELA KELLY-WIECEK Supervisor Chickahominy District

seconded by supervisor Wayne Hazzard of the South Anna District. In addition to Peterson and Hazzard, the 4-2 measure

eliminating the proffer policy was approved by chairman Ed Via, Ashland District, and Sean Davis, Henry District. Supervisors Angela KellyWiecek, Chickahominy District, and Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley, Beaverdam District, voted against the measure. Cold Harbor supervisor Elton Wade was absent due to illness. While the supervisors cooperatively expressed concerns about the current system and its lofty amount, the problem

of replacing the more than $1 million generated annually was the sticking point to the plan’s removal. They approved a measure establishing a public hearing for Jan. 9, 2013, to discuss the committee’s recommendation that a $10 vehicle license fee be instituted to replace the proffer revenues for road construction. Peterson presented a plan that would establish a debt reserve fund that replaces see PROFFERS, pg. 4

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Deputy county administrator Frank Harksen presented a brief history of Hanover County’s proffer system and displayed charts showing projected revenues from the program initiated in 1990 during last week’s meeting of the Board of Supervisors.

Christmas Parade makes memories in Mechanicsville By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com

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Hanover High School assistant coach Todd Rogers hugs his son, senior quarterback Sam Rogers (10), to console him after the Hawks fell to Stone Bridge 28-21 in the state semifinals. More on the game in Sports, page 38.

anta Claus and Mother Nature came together on Sunday to provide an ideal day for the Mechanicsville Christmas Parade. Sunny skies and mild temperatures brought residents into the village for an afternoon of holiday cheer. With the sounds of high school marching bands filling the air, church groups, scouts, civic organizations and businesses took part in the parade, sponsored by the Mechanicsville Rotary Club and Mechanicsville Ruritan Patrick Dobbs for The Local Club. The village was filled with spectators on Sunday as the holiday season kicked into high gear see PARADE, pg. 23

with the annual Mechancsville Christmas Parade. More photos can be found on Community, page 9.

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With more than 150 people attending, the Art Studio @ 301 recently celebrated its opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Founding directors Teressa Pearson, Minh Chau Truong and Peggy Wadlington said they have been working to bring art closer to home. According to Pearson, they are striving to make it a place where local residents as well as visitors can share artistic interest. Adults and youth can come to share their experience in art and to learn more about art through classes and workshops such as painting, drawing, etc., in different media. Many local artists have

work on display. To foster the appreciation of art among the youth, Pearson also said the studio will consider sponsoring the local school art projects. Deciding to locate a gallery in that neighborhood stemmed, Pearson said, from a conversation with Billy Kelley. She said he “talked to me about opening a gallery here. He got me to thinking about how perfect the place would be for a gallery. I started discussing it with other artists who were interested. We visited with Billy again and got excited about the plans. He encouraged us in every way.” Sadly, however, Pearson said, “Billy’s untimely death closed the door. Then his

wife Catherine called me this year and opened a window of opportunity again for a studio plan.” Wadlington, Truong and Pearson organized what Pearson called “a team to make a dream come true for all three of us. We prayerfully began our work and things fell into place as we worked.” “We believe Billy would be pleased to see what’s here today,” she added. They dedicated the studio to Kelley. “We pray for success, not only for us, but also for the whole community,” Pearson said. The gallery’s hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call 804-994-2530 or 804-3475488.

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue victim’s information without permission at a location on Draperfield Drive.

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

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Suspect was disorderly at a location on Jackson Arch Drive.

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

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Suspect damaged property at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect stole items at a location on Soft Wind Drive. Suspect used victim’s information without permission at a location on Ellerson Mill Circle. Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect stole items at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road. Suspect acted in a fraudulent manner at a location on Drinkard Way.

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Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Oak Lane.

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

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Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission at a location on Horseshoe Bridge Road.

Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission at a location on Hanna Drive.

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Suspectes assaulted eachother at a location on Library Drive.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged victim’s vehicles at a location on Stephens Manor Drive.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property and stole items at a location on Lakeridge Square Court.

Suspect damaged property at a location on Atlee Road

Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Signal Hill Road.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect stole items from a location on Colonial Estates Lane

Suspect fled false police report at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property and stole items at a location on Chenault Way

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Shady Grove Road

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Legislative team hears county’s concerns By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local Hanover County’s legislative delegation listened intently as county attorney Sterling Rives outlined a long list of priorities on the county’s current legislative agenda. State Senators Donald McEachin, D-9; Ryan McDougle, R-4; and Walter Stosch, R-12; were joined by Delegates Christopher Peace, R-97; and John Cox, R-55; at an informational workshop

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the proffer funds used by the schools. He suggested a continuation of the current amount paid for school debt service (about $15 million annually), an amount that significantly decreases in coming years. As the debt service declines, the

Thursday at Randolph-Macon College. Members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors offered clearly stated positions on some possibly controversial issues such as the possibility of toll roads and upcoming Chesapeake Bay regulations that will cost the county millions of dollars. The county is the standard bearer for an ongoing effort to defeat a plan initiated by Gov. Bob McDonnell that would place tolls on Interstate 95.

Rives suggested amending a law that bans tolls on Interstate 81 to include Interstates 95 and 64. “We believe that the [Virginia] General Assembly is in the best posture to evaluate these proposals fairly and equitably,” Rives said. Cox said he is no fan of the proposed tolls. “This has been a hot button issue, and, obviously, something like that will occur.” A bill authored by Sen. John Watkins has some good elements, according to Cox, one of them being the provision

that requires General Assembly approval for any introduction of tolls on Virginia interstates. Cox, the owner of a trucking company, said he supports a fuel tax increase, and does not understand the governor’s insistence on the toll plan. “I don’t understand why the governor is so hell-bent on this idea,” Cox said. Peace asked Rives if there was a consensus on the board as to a preference between a fuel

reserve fund would increase and accrue about $180 million over a 20-year period. Peterson’s plan hinges on the county’s ability to control spending and cost increases, and some said the plan lacked the necessary details to prompt such an important vote. “I would like more time to digest this proposal and how

it fits in with the schools’ plan. I would like some detailed feedback from the schools. You said you spoke to Dr. [Michael]Thornton (assistant superintendent of Business and Operations for Hanover County Public Schools), is that correct?” Kelly-Wiecek asked. Peterson said his plan was devised from figures provided

by Thornton. Ashland School Board representative Hank Lowry said he understood the theory behind Peterson’s plan and said it was “viable.” “It doesn’t take anything away from the schools. We get the same funding,” Lowry said. The county initiated its proffer policy in 1990 and the first levy was less than $2,000. Once roads were added to the equation, the fee steadily increased to its current $19,503 figure. The county has collected almost $25 million in the 20 years since the program’s inception. If some assumptions are accepted, deputy county administrator Frank Harksen said those numbers could increase significantly in future years. If a 2 percent growth rate continues in the county, the revenues could exceed $10 million by 2015-2016. Hazzard took exception with those figures and assumptions. “Do you think it may be a little, let’s say, aggressive to say that in one year’s time we’re going from a .75 percent all the way up to 2 percent in one year? Have we ever experienced that kind of growth?” Hazzard asked. ”We have not experienced that kind of growth that I am

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Mechanicsville District supervisor Canova Peterson, left, and Beaverdam District supervisor Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley listen intently as legislators address important county issues during last week’s an informational workshop at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland.

aware of,” Harksen replied. “This is looking over a 20-year period.” Assistant county administrator Joe Casey said the numbers are based on the 2 percent growth rate, and the noted increase in 2015 is due to the amount of proffers levied on those future lots. Many of the current proffered lots are calculated at a much lower rate than the current proffer amount. Peterson said he was prepared to move forward with the committee’s recommendation, but other members suggested a slower, more deliberate approach. Stanley, who served with Peterson on the proffers committee, said he is not a proponent of the current system, even suggesting a reduced proffer rate as an alternative. “I don’t think anyone on this board or a previous board is crazy about proffers,” Stanley said. “We do have to realize that the county has to have some monies to take care of operating the county. I haven’t heard anything today that I could support. I’m not for putting a fee on vehicles.” Kelly-Wiecek agreed and said projects in her district that are yet undeveloped would depend on proffered funds to provide needed improvements when the nearly 600 lots are

built out. “I don’t think the all-ornothing approach of ‘Let’s just get rid of proffers before we’ve explored some of the other options’ fits into my idea of what is conservative,” she said. Peterson urged the board to accept the committee’s recommendation. “The committee unanimously agreed that the status quo is unacceptable,” Peterson said. “They agreed that there is a basic, inherent unfairness involved in cash proffers.” “I think proffers are a terrible way for us to be taxing our citizens because we’re taxing a small number of citizens and not everybody across the board,” Peterson added. Supervisor Sean Davis said he does not support the $10 vehicle fee, but favors the elimination of the proffer system. Among other objections, Davis said the system is a hindrance to affordable housing. “I do believe it’s (proffers) a suppression on affordable housing and those who need affordable housing the most. This is not only bad policy but it’s a burden on people who have no choice over it,” Davis said. The board also voted to instruct the county attorney to draft a resolution that would remove proffers attached to previously rezoned lots.

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As always, the Mechanicsville Christmas Parade brought out the kid in all of us. With floats, bands and Santa Claus taking part, the village was alive with excitement on Sunday. The parade is among our “must-do” events here in Mechanicsville. And, thanks to the Mechanicsville Rotary Club and Mechanicsville Ruritan Club, we were once again treated to an afternoon of holiday cheer. To all those involved, thank you for taking the time to organize this highly anticipated event. Regardless of age, we all welcome Santa to town. And, with the Christmas season in full swing, remember to shop local.

CMS student predicts a winner Sophia McCrimmon, an eighth grade student at Chickahominy Middle School, was spotlighted in the Nov. 19 edition of The Washington Post for her skill in predicting Barack Obama would capture a second term as president of the United States. In an article by Al Kamen, shared with us by Linda M. Scarborough, Hanover County Public Schools communications specialist, Sophia had entered the In the Loop Presidential Election Contest on Sept. 14. She was quoted as saying, “I figured Obama was going to win every state he won in 2008 except for North Carolina and Indiana.” Congratulations, Sophia!

You still have time You can still help Hanover County families in need have a Merry Christmas by donating to the Christmas Mother Program. Jacqueline Harris holds the title this year and is working with the Doswell Ruritan Club to raise funds for gift cards for clothes, medicine for senior citizens, and cards for food. Send donations to Hanover Christmas Mother, P.O. Box 39, Doswell VA 23047. Melody Kinser

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Citizen not amused by HCBOS move on proffers

And, by law, proffers do not require a public hearing. This is your Board of Supervisors. This is our government that throws our schools to the wolves and doesn’t consider the impact on our roads. It may take several years before the impact of tonight’s meeting is felt by each and every one of us. And by then, memory may have dimmed on how our county got in such a mess. The next time you’re sitting on Pole Green Road, at 4 in the afternoon, not able to move, remember proffers. The next time your child’s school needs repairs that keep getting delayed, remember proffers. Most importantly, the next time you go to the polls to vote, remember who voted against you tonight: Sean Davis, Wayne Hazzard, Canova Peterson, Ed Via. (Elton Wade was absent due to illness.) I grew up in Ashland and have lived in Hanover most of my life. I never thought I’d live to see the day when our elected officials put developers over the school children and the families in their own county. Thank you to Stanley and Kelly-Wiecek for their strength. Shame on the rest of you: Ed Via, Canova Peterson, Sean Davis and Wayne Hazzard. We are not amused. Toni Radler Ashland

(Editor’s note: The following was submitted Wednesday, Nov. 28.) Tonight, the Hanover County Board of Supervisors rushed through a measure to eliminate proffers. Proffers are the fees developers and homeowners pay to offset the cost of new housing on lots less of than 10 acres. These fees cover the bricks and morter costs of roads and schools, libraries, parks and recreation and other amenities that we have all come to expect as pillars of our communities. Only two board members — Beaverdam District Supervisor Bucky Stanley and Chickahominy District Supervisor Angela Kelly-Wiecek — dared to fight the rush to judgment. Stanley argued that the Board of Supervisors should go slow to consider all of the ramifications of cutting revenue at this time. Kelly-Wiecek argued that we need to hear from school administrators concerning the impact of eliminating proffers and that the board needed more time to consider a speculative funding plan just introduced tonight by Mechanicsville Supervisor Canova Peterson. I call it a plan, but it was a smoke and mirrors suggestion on how we can grab school funding from thin air. With the exception of Stanley and Kelly-Wiecek, the board was determined to push this controversial measure through tonight, a timely Christmas present for Hanover developers. The only thing that remains to be done is to hold a pubI have read the letters to the editor that The Local lic hearing on a $10 decal car tax that is supposed to make recently has published. The subject of most — if not all of up for the loss of proffer revenue. It won’t. them – obviously, the November election. By law, that hearing will be held in early January. I don’t understand why people drag God into an elecEven though supervisors wanted to make the removal of see LETTERS, pg. 14 proffers retroactive so those proffers that have already been assessed would not be charged, by law, the county attorney informed the board such a step would have to be advertised two consecutive weeks. Reluctantly, that retroactive proffer measure also will be considered in January. The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your Realize that not one member of the public has been address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to heard on this issue. edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be According to the board rules, no one from the audience published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers was allowed to speak at tonight’s “workshop”. and not The Mechanicsville Local. The public is not even allowed to speak about issues that come before the board at a regular meeting — even during Send letters to: the citizen comment period. The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, So, even when the rubber stamp proffer committee Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com presented its report, no one in the audience was allowed to comment.

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Dogwood Knoll, Foxlair, Summer Grove, Cherrydale, Davis Place, Cherrydale West, Legacy Park, Brooks Hollow, Laurel Meadows, Hanover Grove, Meredith Farms and Adams Farm Road. The makeup date is 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 17. Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department ★ 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 — Starts at Old Church and Flannigan Mill Road to Babbling Brooke Lane to Ettington Lane to Hopewell Road to Cosby Mill Road and turn around to Westwood Road to Hidden Lake Estates and back to Westwood from Westwood Road to Boundary Run to Westwood Road and turn on McClellan Road from McClellan Road to Crown Hill Road to Fraley Drill and back to Crown Hill Road to Parsleys Mill Road to Tanglewood Court and back to Parsleys Mill Road and to Parsleys Mill Road and McClellan Road and stops. — 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9 — Starts at Beulah Church Road and Sandy Valley Road to Woody’s Hundred Subdivision to Glenn’s Harbor Subdivision to Old Travellers Lane to Flaherty Drive to Cold Harbor Road to Elder Ridge Lane and back to Cold Harbor Road to Turkey Hollow Subdivision and back to Cold Harbor Road to Mildale Road and back to Cold Harbor Road to Market Road to Barkers Mill Road and back to Cold Harbor Road to Market Road to Barkers Mill Road and back to Market Road to Range Roadand back to Market Road to Falling View Lane and back to Market Road and to Rockhill Road and stops. ★ 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15 — Starts at Crown Hill Road and Bennet Field Road to Pine Knoll Subdivision and back to Crown Hill Road to Valley Oaks Subdivision and back to Crown Hill Road to Hallwood Way and

back to Crown Hill Road to Tall Cedars Lane and back to Crown Hill Road to Cold Harbor Road to Boatswain Lane and back to Cold Harbor Road to Watt House Road and back to Cold Harbor Road to Hanover Farms Subdivision and stops at Cold Harbor Road. ★ 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16 — Starts at Rockhill Road and Cold Harbor Road to Confederate Hill Drive and back to Rockhill Road to White Oak Ridge and back to Rockhill Road to McClellan Road to Papa Lane and back to McClellan Road to Black Creek Estates and back to McClellan Road to Peace Road to Quaker Road to Dispatch Road to Fox Hunter Road and to McClellan Road and stops at Peace Road. Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Department ★ 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 — Studley Road (from Mechanicsville Turnpike) to Summer Hill, including Blakewood Road, Linneys Court, Spring Run Road, Studley Farms, Summer Hill Road to River Road (including Pinta and Cabin Court) River Road to Hanover Town Road, Hanover Town Road to Studley Road (including Scots Landing) to New Bethesda Road. ★ 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9 — Old Church Road from Mechanicsville Turnpike to Piping Tree Ferry Road (including Spring Run Road) Piping Tree Ferry Road to Old Church Road (including Old Lafayette Road, Epps, Pamunkey River Farms Drive, Retreat Drive and Pamunkey Crest Dr) Old Church Road to McClellan Road, Crown Hill Road, Beatties Mill Road to Mechanicsville Turnpike (including Sinclair Manor Peppertown Road). ★ 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14 — Pole Green Road to from Mechanicsville Turnpike to Williamsville Road (including Woodlawn Farm Drive) Williamsville Road to Studley Road (including Winsmith Farms, Prospect Hills, Pine

Slash and Rainer Estates) Williamsville Road across Studley to River, including Santa Maria, Summer Plains and Gould Hill. ★ 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec.16 — Pole Green Road from Rural Point Road to Walnut Grove Road (including Sherrington, Fieldshire, Pole Green Station, Ravens Run, and Spice Tree Subdivisions) Walnut Grove Road to Mechanicsville Turnpike. ★ 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 17 — Battlefield Green Subdivision, West Haven Drive, Hughes Road, Orchard Lane, Gethsemane Court. ★ 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18 — Pebble Creek Subdivision, Walnut Grove Road from Mechanicsville Turnpike to Creighton Road (including Melissa Page Circle) Colts Neck Road to Sandy Valley Road (including Stonewall Estates and Gardner Estates) Sandy Valley Road from Creighton Road to Beatties Mill Road (including Hobby Horse Lane, Little Florida Road) from Sandy Valley Road to Mechanicsville Turnpike (including Shall Drive). ★ Alternate dates: Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 19-20. Hanover Courthouse Volunteer Fire Company ★ 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10 — 54 West past Hickory Hill Road left on Liberty Oaks, left on Depot Road, right on St. Paul’s Church Road, right onto 301 past Hanover Café, right onto Depot Road and left onto Liberty Oaks, left onto 54 going West, left on Goddins Hill Road, right on Jennings Road to end, left on Mt. Hermon Road, left on Goddins Hill Road, right on Mount Eagle Road, right on Eagles Point Lane to end, right on Pheasant Rush Court to end, right on Eagles Point Lane, right on Mount Eagle Road to end, right on Quail Oak Court to end, right on Mount Eagle Road to intersection with Goddins Hill Road, where they will dis-

continue lighting and let Santa get in the fire engine. ★ 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11 — 301 South to Cady’s Mill Road, riight on Cady’s Mill Road, right on Peaks Road, right on Stumpy Road to Mount Hermon Road, turn around, back down Stumpy Road and left on Peaks Road to 301, go across 301 to Georgetown Road, down Georgetown Road to Barrett Juvenile Facility and turn around, right on Georgetown Road, right on Chestnut Church Road as far as they can get and turn around, right on Georgetown Road, right on Foxal Road to end and return, right on Georgetown Road to 301 North - 301 North to Cedarcrest Road, due to very narrow road, must back engine down Spring Hill Farm Lane as far as possible back towards 301 North, where they will discontinue lighting and let Santa get in the fire engine. ★ 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12 – left on 301 South to River Road, left on River Road to Broad Neck Road and turn around, back towards 301 North, right on 301 North to right on Courtland Farm Road to end and return, right on 301 North to County Complex to end and return, right on 301 North to Firehouse Road to Normans Bridge Road, right on Normans Bridge Road to Hanover Quarter Road, left on Hanover Quarter Road to end and turn around, back to 301, right on 301 North to Caroline Line and turn around, -301 South back to the station where they will discontinue lighting and let Santa get in the fire engine. Santa and the Fire Company members will offer candy and youth-oriented fire prevention information to both children and parents along the route. They also will have flyers for the Santa Breakfast, which will be held from 8 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15. The prices will be $6 for adults and $3 for see RUNS, pg. 14

| Education, Business & Celebrations

Village comes alive with the sounds of Christmas

The Lee-Davis Rebel Marching Band performed. The Hanover Hawks cheerleading team took part. Members of the Atlee High School Air Force Junior ROTC marched in the parade.

Members of Brownie Troop 373 have fun with the crowd. The Atlee Marching Raiders were emblazoned with the holiday spirit. Nutzy, the Richmond Flying Squirrels’ mascot, was the grand marshal.

Dottie Stowe gets into the holiday mood sporting reindeer ears.

Some of Santa’s elves took time to join the festivities.

Jennifer O’Neil and 18-monthold Zaylon take in the sights.

Candy was a favorite along the route.

Four-year-old Caylee Testerman and her uncle, Matt Pierce, take their seats to watch the parade.

Four-year-old Jaxson Hortz watches Santa.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals Mabel Barker BARKER, Mabel Dean, 103, of Henrico, went to be with the Lord on December 1, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, William B. Barker Sr. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce B. Owens; son, William B. “Sonny” Barker and wife, Betty; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She retired from Miller & Rhodes after 35 years of service. She also served as housemother for Richmond Memorial School of Nursing and was a member of Fairmount Christian Church. The family will receive friends 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, December 3 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. Graveside services were held December 4 at Oakwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Youth Ministry at Fairmount Christian Church, P.O. Box 788, Mechanicsville ,Va. 23111.

Richard M. Castleberry CASTLEBERRY, Richard M. “Buck,” 78, passed away Monday, November 26, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Donna Castleberry; his children, Richard Castleberry II, Connie Gunn, James Castleberry and Debra Castleberry; seven grandchildren and eight great-grand-

children. Buck was CEO of Castle Equipment Corporation, founded in 1972. He was a local developer in Chesterfield, Hanover and Henrico counties. The family received friends November 29 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville, Va. A memorial service was held November 30, at Westhampton United Methodist Church, 6100 Patterson Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226. Interment at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Virginia Foodbank.

Jack Conti CONTI, Jack Gorsline, 91, of King William, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Anna Dunvain Conti; two sons, Jack David Conti and wife, Carol, and Joseph Steven Conti and wife, Brenda; seven grandchildren, Chris Conti and wife, Martha, Kevin Conti and wife, Tanya, Jeremiah Conti and wife, Cindy, Sarah Roach and husband, John, Jonathan Conti and wife, Amy, Andy Conti and wife, Becky, Teresa Mullins and husband, Brent; and 16 great-grandchildren, sister, Margaret Pulley; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Conti

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was a WWII Army veteran. He retired from Reynolds Metal. He was a member of New Bethesda Baptist Church. He was ordained as a deacon in 1960 and served as a deacon for 46 years. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at New Bethesda Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the New Bethesda Baptist Church Building Fund.

Arvonia, with interment in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Dunkum Funeral Home, Dillwyn. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Virginia.

Jean Tureman Dranchak

DRANCHAK, Jean Tureman, 76, of Mechanicsville, passed away November 28, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, James R. “Jim” Dranchak. She is survived by her son, Alan; daughter, Sandra; and sisterin-law, Rose Martin. A graveside memorial service was held December 3, at Washington Mable T. Cotman COTMAN, Mable T., 83, of Charles City, Memorial Park. No flowers requested. departed this life November 15, 2012. She Donations accepted to the American Cancer was preceded in death by her son, Thomas B. Society. “we will miss you mom.” Taylor; and her husband, Cephas A. Cotman Sr. She is survived by two sons, Cephas A. Jerry Gilland Cotman Jr. of Charles City, Va., and Stanley M. GILLAND, Jerry, 75, of Williamsburg, and Taylor Jr. of Chattanooga, Tenn.; one daugh- formerly of Mechanicsville, passed away on ter, Joan Lundy; one daughter-in-law, Karen November 28, 2012. He was preceded in death Taylor of Chattanooga, Tenn.; five grand- by his father and brother. Jerry was a beloved children, Ashleigh, Stuart and Kayla Taylor husband and father. He was a faithful member of Chattanooga, Tenn., Ryland Lundy of of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Kansas City, Mo., and Chrishawna Cotman Saints. Jerry was an avid collector of guns of Richmond, Va.; two great-grandchildren, and held a deep passion for classic cars. He is Zion and Zianna Robinson of Richmond, Va.; survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Karen four sisters, Juanita White, Julia Banks, Bernice Gilland; sons, Curtis Gilland (Kathy), Chris Whiting and Doris Parker; two brothers, Cecil Gilland (Kristi) and Craig Gilland (Tracy); and Alfred Crump; two brothers-in-law, Ernest daughter, Courtney McGhee (Rick); 19 grandCosby of Mechanicsville and Frank Whiting of children and three great-grandchildren; mothCharles City, Va.; nine sisters-in-law, Lillian er, Julia Gilland; and sisters, Peggy Wilson and and Thelma Crump, Mary Cotman, Mary Carol Mills. The family will receive friends Jane Brown of Richmond, Va., Iris Carter of at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Ashland, Va., Louise Brewington of Montclair, Saints, 2017 Newman Rd., Williamsburg, on N.J., Edith Mae Cosby of Mechanicsville, Va., Monday, December 3, 2012 from 10 to 11 a.m. and Julia and Edith Taylor of New Kent, Va. with services beginning at 11 a.m. Interment She also leaves behind an extended family will follow at Williamsburg Memorial Park. of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and the Liberty Baptist Church family. Remains laid Shirley Mae Hale in state on November 24, at Liberty Baptist HALE, Shirley Mae, 77, of Mechanicville, Church, 9100 Liberty Lane, Charles City, Va passed away on November 13, 2013 at Va. Funeral services were held Rev. James Hanover Health and Rehabilitation, Visitation H. Johnson, eulogist. Services entrusted to was held at Bennett Funeral Home, Friday, Turner-Bland Funeral Home, 1500 Arlington November 16. The funeral service and burial Road, Hopewell, Va. 23860. service followed at Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Amelia, Va. Pastor Mark Tapscott of Atlee Community Church conducted the serRosa Lee Craft CRAFT, Rosa Lee “Sis,” 86, of Dillwyn, died vice. Shirley was born in Greenville, SC to November 25, 2012. She is survived by her John Leagon Merrit and Lonnie Mae Hill on children, Marion A. Craft Jr. of Mechanicsville, March 21, 1935. She attended high school Ronnie Craft of Bent Creek, Randy Craft of in Greenville, SC and went on to earn an Dillwyn, Vicki C. Smith of Palmyra and Beth Associate’s Degree with honors in Agriculture Shumaker of Dillwyn; seven grandchildren and Business at Fayetteville Technical Community five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 held November 28 at Arvon Baptist Church,

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College in Fayetteville, NC. She was listed in “Who’s Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges.” She was an active member of Northwood Temple Pentecostal Church in Fayetteville, NC. She worked as an evangelist and trained others to evangelize. She enjoyed gardening, being with family and dances at the Moose Family Center in Mechaniville. Shirley is survived by her husband James A. Hale, daughter Susan Rocissono and son David M. Hale; all of Mechanicville. She is also survived by her son Robin Childress of Amelia, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Her sister Jean Thompson lives in Fayetteville, NC. Her brother Clifton Harris Jr. lives in Flat Rock, NC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Atlee Community Church – missions.

Patricia Kern KERN, Patricia Fields Jones, died on Friday the 30th of November in the year of our Lord 2012. Mrs. Kern was a daughter of the late Bradley Gilmore Jones Jr. and Helen Fields Moss Jones, who were from Louisa and Hanover

Counties. Also, she was the sister of the late Elizabeth Jones Watson Marley. Mrs. Kern is survived by her husband, Vincent Warrick Kern; her son, Warrick Kern Jr. and his fiancee, Laurie M. Minor; and her nephew, Bradley Lanier Watson, all of Richmond and Warsaw. In addition, she is survived by her aunt, Elizabeth Moss Hall and her husband, Carlton M. Hall of Richmond; and three brothers-in-law, Bruce Kern, Linwood Kern and his wife, Cindy, of Richmond, and Clyde L. Marley of Mechanicsville. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Ave., where services were held December 4. Entombment followed in the Hollywood Cemetery Chapel Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions may be sent to Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 9155 Hungary Rd., Richmond, Va. 23294.

Hansen), devoted brother of Kim (Ryan) McCann, Kelli Grimes, survived by his former wife and best friend Marsha HasslerKnestaut, his nieces and nephews Stephen, Stephanie, Gary, Allison, Jordan, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by his father William K. Knestaut and niece Natalie Grimes. Bill was a real sweetheart, loved his FB posts, was quite the “handyman special” and outdoorsman. He especially enjoyed being with his children and involved in their sports. Interment will be private. At the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. John of God, 1145 Delsea Dr., Westville NJ 08093. To share condolences/memories www.landolfifuneralhome.com

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LEMON, Edith W., of Mechanicsville, widow of Roy K. Lemon, passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2012. She is survived by her sons, Mark and Ken Lemon; and granddaughter, Katelyn Lemon. The family will received friends November 29, at the Mechanicsville Chapel, Bennett Funeral William Knestaut KNESTAUT, William “MR. COFFEE”, Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where ser49, of Mechanicsville VA, formerly of vices were held November 30. Interment Gibbstown, suddenly passed away November followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park. 18, 2012. He is the loving father of Joshua and Emma Knestaut, beloved son of Carol (nee see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

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John Riley Perkins PERKINS, John Riley, 77, of Aylett, passed away on Wednesday, November 21, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Saunders Perkins; daughter, Sherry Perkins Riddle (Randy); sons, John “Ty” Perkins

and Steven R. Perkins (Dana); and grandchildren, Cassidy and Samson Riddle and Megan Perkins. The family received friends November 23 at the B.W. White Funeral Home, Aylett. Services will be held on Saturday at 3 p.m. at Beulah Baptist Church. Interment will be at Lakeview Cemetery in Victoria, Va.

23 years at Union Presbyterian Seminary (UPS) in Richmond, Va. He was preceded in death by his son, Matthew E. Stevens, also a longtime employee of UPS. A memorial service is scheduled for Sunday, December 2, 4 p.m., at Mealy Funeral Home, 2530 Dogtown Road, Goochland, Va. 23063. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of Virginia, 1700 Bayberry Court, Wanda Sanford SANFORD, Wanda Nichols, 59, of Richmond, Va. 23226. Mechanicsville, went home on November 26, 2012 after a long, courageous bat- Larry Tapp tle. She was preceded in death by her TAPP, Larry Drew, 72, a loving father, Charles Wayne Nichols. She is husband, father, papa, great-grandfasurvived by her husband of 29 years, ther, brother, and friend, passed away Johnson Thomas Sanford; her daughter, Wednesday, October 31, 2012. Larry was Rachel Sanford Burruss and her hus- born January 12, 1940 in Fort Worth, band, Steven; her son, Thomas Johnson Texas, to Leonard and Ruby Tapp. He had Sanford II and Crystal Koontz; her moth- a passion for fishing, hunting, cooking er, Mildred Harris Nichols; two brothers, and being with his family and friends. Aubrey Wayne “Nick” Nichols and wife, He was loved by everyone who knew him Judy, and Frank Gregory Nichols and and will be greatly missed. Larry was wife, Susan. She was a member of New preceded in death by his parents; and Hanover Presbyterian Church, having brothers, Raymond and Don Tapp. He is served as a deacon and choir mem- survived by his wife of 37 years, Penny ber. She was a loving, dedicated wife, Tapp of Azle, Texas; son, Derreck Tapp mother and friend. The family received of Mechanicsville, Va.; daughters, Pamela friends November 29, at the Atlee Chapel “Sister” Lane and husband, Robert, and of Woody Funeral Home, Route 301 Tina Nelson of Mechanicsville, Va., and and Shady Grove Road. A memorial Kimberely Waller and husband, Tod, of service was held December 1, at New Orangevale, Calif.; nine grandchildren, Hanover Presbyterian Church, 10058 five great-grandchildren; brothers, Billy Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville, and Ray Tapp; sister, Erma Erwin; numerVa. 23116. In lieu of flowers, contribu- ous nieces, nephews and cousins, and a tions may be made to New Hanover host of loving friends. A celebration of Presbyterian Church. life will be announced at a later time.

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STEVENS, Emory Marvin, passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of November 29, 2012. Born May 16, 1939, he was attended to in his final days by his surviving children, Peyton E. Stevens of Gum Spring, Va., and Stacy M. Stevens of Rockbridge Baths, Va.; a host of friends, including Gail Smith of Hadensville, Va., Alfreda Hatcher of Maidens, Va., Allison Bowles of Richmond, Va.; and many representatives from Hospice Care of Virginia. In addition to his children, Mr. Stevens is survived by six grandchildren, Peyton E. Stevens II of Mechanicsville, Va., Austin M. Stevens of Powhatan, Va., Matthew P. and Grace E. Stevens of Maidens, Va., and Indira S. and Layton M. Stevens of Rockbridge Baths, Va.; and three sisters, Margaret Keyser of Colonial Heights, Va., Elsie Scott of Lancaster, Va., and Jeannie Chubb of Kilmarnock, Va. Emory was an accomplished carpenter who worked for

WINGFIELD, Carlton R. “Cotton,” died on November 18, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Rita, of 56 years; daughters, Gayle Figg and Kay-Kay Clark (Jerome); son, David C. Wingfield (Keya); and sister, Shirley W. Leftwhich. He was preceded in death by his brother, Bill Wingfield Jr. He was Vice President of City-Wide Decorators, past President of East Gate Lions Club, treasurer of Virginia Association of Workers for the Blind. The family received friends November 20 at Bliley’s-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at the Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116 on November 21. Interment followed at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Virginia Association of Workers for the Blind, 4222 Bonniebank Rd., Suite 203, Richmond, Va. 23234, or the Church of the Redeemer.

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children under 10 years of age. For more information, contact District Chief Marvin Anderson, President Russ Chandler, Treasurer Reta Heins or a member of the Hanover Courthouse Volunteer Fire Company at 804-365-4905 after 7 p.m.). Due to emergencies, if they do not get to your street on the selected night, they will be there the next night. Hanover Fire Station #10 â&#x2DC;&#x2026; 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ashcreek. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Milestone and Honey Meadows.

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gressman in U.S. history. Ron Paul has done more to guard and defend liberty and constitutional government than perhaps any man since Thomas Jefferson. Dr. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy and influence will remain after most congressmen and senators have been long forgotten. What Patrick Henry was to Colonial America, Ron Paul has been to modern America. Following the principles that guided Dr. Paul would literally

restore liberty and prosperity to America. Furthermore, following these principles would certainly avert the calamity that is soon coming to this country. Unfortunately, neither major party in Washington, D.C., has any intention on subscribing to those principles, because, for the most part, our federal government is led by corrupt, selfserving men who are void of any

Subdivision, Melton Road and Fox Mill Run. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6 (1) Omni Park Place, Omni Apartments and Slash Cottage Subdivision and (2) Myrtle Street, Short Street, Randolph Street, Henry Clay Apartments, 300 block of Robinson Street, South Taylor Street, 300 block of New Street, Arlington Square Apartments and Misty Pines Apartments. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7 (1) Yankeetown Road, Country Club Hills Subdivision and Wintercrest Subdivision and (2) Jamestown Road, Vaughn Road, North James Street (north of North Snead Street), Amburn Lane, Elm Avenue, Park Avenue, Linden Street, North Macon Terrace Subdivision and Haley Court. The tentative makeup date is Sunday, Dec. 9.

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sense of honor and integrity. When I listened to his farewell address I thought: There goes the greatest champion of liberty in a century; we may never see his likes again. I wasn’t weeping for Dr. Paul though — I was weeping for America. Ron Paul never voted for a tax increase of any kind. He has reignited the spirit of liberty in the hearts and minds of millions of us. His zeal and passion for freedom will resonate in the hearts of Americans for generations to come. God Bless Dr. Ron Paul! John Calhoun Mechanicsville

Accusing media of bias to left Doesn’t it appall most of you as to how biased the mainstream media has gotten when it comes to protecting those who spew their Left-wing lies, beliefs and deceptions? These media also are notoriously known as the “lapdog” media. These newsmen and women, who make up these media, have the audacity to call themselves journalists! Surely, the late and great Edward R. Murrow, probably one of the most respected journalists of all time, is turning over in his grave! And furthermore, even the talk shows on these media are obviously biased Left! And, these media continue to be baffled why Fox News ratings are always No. 1, by a greater than 2-1 margin. Here is the answer: Fox News’ motto is “Fair and Balanced” news, using facts and only opinions when they say they are opinions. Wow! What a concept! The truth actually wins over deception! Maybe honesty is the best policy after all! Dawna Lee Mechanicsville

Writer: Dems stole election The elections are over and the Democrats have done once again what they are famous for: cheating and stealing elections. I, for one, do not congratulate Barack Obama for the disgraceful charade they call an election. We have heard of numerous voter irregularities around the country, all in Obama’s favor. Isn’t that odd? One problem was that people would vote for [Mitt] Romney and it would be registered for Obama. How many voters didn’t check and had their vote stolen and given to Obama? The news media was completely biased in favor of Obama and suppressed many negative stories and facts about him, but greatly embellished bad news

about Romney and even made up lies about him. It is now reported that the Obama regime pressured large companies about to lay off huge numbers of workers to hold off announcing the layoffs until after the election, which they did. And, did you know, before the election, that come January 2013, many more thousands of workers will lose their jobs because of ObamaCare? And isn’t it strange that the scandals involving two four-star generals broke just after the election even though the Petraeus affair was known about for months before? Remember Benghazi, Libya, where four brave Americans, including our ambassador, were brutally murdered because of Obama’s bungled foreign policy. These men were begging for help but were callously turned down by Obama and his under-

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Seven years after voters approved a $6 million bond referendum to fund to improvements to the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parks and libraries, the results speak for themselves. Various improvements throughout the system utilized funds from the referendum, and Parks and Recreation director Greg Sager updated the Hanover County Board of Supervisors regarding the various improvements at a recent meeting. Sager reviewed a long list of projects completed with the bond funding approved by voters in November 2005. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most of the 2005 projects were constructed leveraging those bond funds with cash proffers, general fund dollars, donations and anything else,â&#x20AC;?

Sager said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As you see the entire project list, you realize very quickly that the sum of those projects far exceeds the $4.6 million identified in the bond question.â&#x20AC;? Each of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elementary and middle schools were awarded funds to improve and renovate playgrounds and fitness facilities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The middle schools, as you might expect, steered more to fitness equipment that was appealing to all ages,â&#x20AC;? Sager said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have some very creative playgrounds installed across the county.â&#x20AC;? The referendum funds also paved the way for the creation of Washington Lacy Park, the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest addition to its list of established parks. Phase One of that project was completed in 2008 and ribbon-cutting cersee MEMORIAL, pg. 18

Christmas Mother donors build coﬀers With the Christmas Mother Program in full swing, donations continue to arrive for the Doswell Ruritan Club-sponsored charitable fundraiser. Recent donations include: Alpha Delta Kappa; Windle R. & Beverly Alred; Atlantic Geotechnical Services Inc.; Frances Attkisson; James O. Attkisson; A. Wayne and Judith Ayers; Larry W. and Sandra Beck; Robin Beckstoffer; Joseph and Ruth Black; Elizabeth Blandford in honor of dear friend Anne Cross; Zeola Borkey;

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this election. Romney went into the battle with one hand already tied behind his back because of the media and the lies and cheating of the Democrats! And did you hear about the great military hero conservative black Republican congressman from Florida, Alan West? They just happened to find 4,000 votes in the middle of the night after the election for Congressman West’s opponent. Pray for Alan West as he is in

Nancy and Henry O. Brent Jr.; Elsa and Randall Brooks; Jill Brown; Patrick and Sue Ellen Brown; Marguerite Bruce in honor of Alice Cobb, Janet Cobb, Donna Denehy, Brenda Gilman, Esther Gilman, Conde Hopkins and Diane Woods; Tom and Linda Clark; James W. Cox; Mr. and Mrs. Alan W. Davis; Duffy’s Repair Service Inc.; R.S. and Gloria Dunham; Dunlora Woman’s Club; BPO Elks Lodge #45, Bingo Account; see DONORS, pg. 21

the fight of his political life during a recount. The Democrats are gloating now that they just won another big one but I just want to remind them that God will not let this travesty of justice and deception go on forever. For He is still on the throne and still is the ultimate ruler of this universe. One day He will say “enough is enough” and then see if the deceivers and liars are still laughing and gloating. Why He let Obama win again, I just don’t know. But maybe just like He did in the Old Testament

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HHS grad receives Waters legacy scholarship Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Paige Hargrave of Mechanicsville, a 2012 graduate of Hanover High School, has been named the recipient of the Anita and Craig Waters Commonwealth Legacy Scholarship at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College. She began taking steps to achieve her goals while still in high school. As a dual enrollment student at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and Thomas Nelson

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Community College, she com- cal emergencies, these lifechanging moments pleted 14 college steered her on a path credits with a 4.0 towards a career in grade point average emergency mediwhile still attending cine. Her goal is to Hanover High. become a trauma There are few surgeon. To that experiences in life end, a few years ago more difficult than Hargrave earned her watching a close EMT-B license and family member a lifeguard license endure a mediHARGRAVE so that she no loncal crisis while you stand by helplessly and watch. ger would sit on the sidelines After witnessing her mother during medical emergencies. and sister endure several medi- These skills allowed her to pro-

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were added with voter-approved funds from 2005. Road improvements, a new shelter and playground were completed at Hanover Wayside, the site of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memorial. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had some repaving and repair of the access road so folks could drive to the Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memorial without losing a Volkswagen in a pothole,â&#x20AC;? Sager said. Other improvements included: â?? Replacing lighting and bleachers on athletic fields at Doswell Park.

â?? Renovated soccer fields, installed new playground and enhanced walking trails at Montpelier. â?? Two new softball fields, additional lighting, a new parking lot and concession building at Pole Green Park. â?? New playground shelter, parking lot at Poor Farm Park. â?? Two multipurpose fields at Taylor Park. Sager told the supervisors that not all of the projects listed on the original referendum list were funded with the allocated funds, and some had to be deferred for future bond measures.

emonies are planned for the Phase Two opening. The funds accounted for a number of existing park improvements at Cold Harbor, Courthouse Park, Doswell Park, Hanover Wayside, Poor Farm, Montpelier and Pole Green parks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cold Harbor Battlefield Park is the only county recreational facility that has all asphalt trails. They are hard surface all the way through,â&#x20AC;? Sager said in summarizing one of the many projects. At Courthouse Park, a floating dock and lighted parking lot

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ening illnesses. In addition to being a fulltime student, Hargrave works part-time to help cover her expenses. In her free time she has been in training to run a 10K race to raise money for cancer research, learning Spanish, and writing

the store and enjoying a laugh or two with them.” Promoted to assistant manager and eventually manager of the Ashland store, Willis’s career also included stints working at ABC stores in Bowling Green and in Richmond at the first store opened by the Virginia ABC in 1934 on West Broad

associate, assistant manager and manager in four stores in Henrico and Hanover counties and in Richmond. In June 1961, Willis had been married a year and was trying to build a home on his father’s Montpelier farm when he lost his job working as a foreman for Reynolds Metals Co. His wife heard about a summer

job working for the ABC store in Ashland, so Willis applied. He was sent to Richmond to meet with then-ABC Commissioner John W. Hardy because, as Willis said, “At that time, the commissioners did the hiring.” After “talking awhile” with Hardy, Willis was told to report for work at the Ashland store the next morning at 9 a.m.

His starting salary was $75 a week. That summer job lasted more than five decades and earned Willis the distinction as the only Virginia ABC employee to receive a 51-year service certificate. “I really enjoyed working for the ABC,” Willis said. “I loved seeing the people who came in

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tax increase versus tolls. Several board members said they stopped short of recommending a fuel tax increase in their resolution because they want further and better research done on projected costs to maintain I-95. Current Virginia Department of Transportation estimates put that figure at $12 billion for the next 25 years, more than $400 annually. Some supervisors expressed a need to see a funding mechanism that would realistically address those needs, but added a desire to examine those numbers in order to come up with a realistic estimate on repairs and maintenance. Stosch said the transportation fund is being hit from all sides as more economical cars drive more miles on less gallons of gas. Rives also sought General Assembly assistance in moving some of Hanover’s acres of land currently protected in

land use areas to designations that would allow development. He said many of these tracts are located in areas primed for economic development like the Route 1 corridor. He suggested spot zoning some of these areas so they could be utilized for future development. Cox said that proposal would not sit well with the farmers and landowners who have placed their land in that category for a reason. It would be a hard sell. Other issues highlighted as legislative priorities included: ✓ A restoration of state aid to localities at full levels. ✓ More representation on the Commonwealth Transportation Board. ✓ Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) regulations affecting water flow and quality at Bear Island. ✓ Labor Day opening of schools. ✓ State funding of Line of Duty Act. ✓ A request that VDOT officials meet with local officials regarding priority of expensive maintenance projects.

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Street. He took an early retirement in July 1991 only to return to work just two weeks later as a store associate at the Staples Mill Shopping Center store on Glenside Drive in Henrico County. “I missed the people and the work,” Willis said. “He was always friendly, and the customers just loved him,”

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Christopher A. Enright CPA; Fellowship Sunshine Circle, Fairfield Presyterian Church; Terrie M. and Donald Felts; Shirley T. Gibson; Haike and Betty Giragosian; Greg Glassner in memory of Hardy Ketner Glassner; Charles and Wanda Griggs; Carlton M. Hall; Hanover Chapter #130 OES; Hanover Hondasports; Hanover Woman’s Club; Elizabeth Hargrove; Frank Hargrove; Clark and Catherine Henley; Beverly Hicks; Sylvia J. Hoffman; Hilda H. Hogue; Darrell R. Hornstra; Julian and Barbara Johnson; Hilda Kelly; Carolyn O. Key; Robert and Marjorie Lane; Gerald C. and Margaret K. Langford; John C. and Catherine Leonard, Ralph

Bernard Bottoms, Richmond regional manager of Retail Operations and former supervisor of the Staples Mill Shopping Center store, said. “Carlton experienced a lot of change over the years as our stores transitioned from conventional counter service to self-service, and throughout it all he exemplified the dedication to providing good customer service that we strive for in all of our stores. He was a beloved member of our team.”

Upon his retirement, Willis his career. Those organizations Chapter of the American Montpelier Jaycees, the West received two cards with a total included the Hanover County Cancer Society, the Montpelier Hanover County Jaycees and of 340 customers’ signatures Red Cross, the Hanover County Volunteer Fire Department, the the Montpelier Ruritan Club. and notes of congratulations on reaching this milestone. “They were something to see, that’s for sure,” he said. As dedicated as he was to his work at Virginia ABC, Willis was equally committed to serving his community in his spare time. He was an enthusiastic volunteer serving as president of six organizations throughout

Lett; William K. and Lee Lythgoe in memory of Will Brown; John Mann Fellowship Bible Class; Bobby and Kathy Martin; James and Kathy May; Daniel J. McCarthy Construction; Mechanicsville Chapter No. 138, OES; Paul S. and Mary C. Miller; Jane P. Mitchell; Wesley and Doris Moody; Peggy Morris; John and Mabel Nelson; Wade and Madelyn Netherland in memory of Stacey Adair Netherland; Pamunkey Woman’s Club; Doris Parrish; Robert and Doreen Peay; Eloise Piccolo; Piecemakers Chapter; S. Fred and Shelra Powell in honor of Reggie Martin; Herbert H. Price; Doris Priebe; Darrell and Marsha Rettig in memory of Ginny Rettig; Richmond East Chapter #1543; Winston Robertson; Johnny

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Administration and automotive program staff members at The Hanover Center Trades and Technology were recognized at the November Hanover County School Board meeting for earning the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) certification. NATEF was founded as an independent, nonprofit organization designed to evaluate technician training programs against standards developed by the automotive industry and recommend qualifying programs for NATEF accreditation. NATEF is a “sister” organization to The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), which certifies automotive

For the past 10 years, Green Top has had a Ladies Day on the first Wednesday or Thursday of December with prizes, sales, etc. This year — based on the new expanded facility, which is now 55,000 feet of retail floor space and the old store being 12,000 — the business also is expanding its ladies event. It will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 10150 Lakeridge Parkway in Ashland and include: Laurie as in “Catfish and Laurie” from K95; special drawings every hour for gift cards and special giveaways; refreshments; and a live band from 12 to 3 p.m. The first 500 ladies will spin the wheel to win a free gift.

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Ann F. Hagan Gladstone, left, chair of the Hanover County School Board; joins Dr. Jamelle Wilson, right, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools; in recognizing Vincent D’Agostino, principal of The Hanover Center for Trades and Technology; Philip Clemmons, automotive technology instructor; and Robert Robinson, automotive technology instructor; during a recent School Board meeting.

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Candlelight Christmas Tours and Festivities will be presented Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 12 and 8-9, at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown. Hours are 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Scotchtown is located at 16120 Chiswell Lane in Beaverdam. An 18th century celebration of the holidays will feature decorations, music, dancing and good things to eat. Admission is $5 per person. For more information, call 804-227-3500 or visit scotchtown@preservationvirginia.org

Church at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland will be hosting a Homemade Christmas Cookie Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8. In addition to a variety of holiday cookies there will be cakes, pies, breads, sweet breads, jams/jellies, pickles/relishes, fudge and candy. Proceeds from the sale will benefit Ashland Christian Emergency Services (ACES) and the Holy Cross Lutheran Church Floor Fund.

Hanover Concert Band schedules 4 performances The Hanover Concert Band will present four December concerts as a gift to the Greater Richmond area. The public is invited to enjoy the music of the Christmas season and join in with sing-along selections. The following concerts are scheduled: ✓ 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 — First Baptist Church in Ashland with the RandolphMacon Chorus. ✓ Noon Saturday, Dec. 15 — Virginia Center Commons food court in Glen Allen.

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and now your family will move in and give this home a life and soul.” A Bible, donated by Capstone Christian Store, was presented to the family. Becky Crawford has worked at Pleasants Hardware for five years and previously rented homes in Hanover County. Her monthly Habitat mortgage payment will be hundreds of dollars less than rent. Habitat executive director Tim Bowring said, “Thanks to the community’s financial support and the labor of more than 150 volunteers, the best gift Becky and her sons will receive this holiday season is celebrating their first Thanksgiving and Christmas together in their new affordable home.”

Thanks to Hanover Habitat for Humanity, Becky Crawford and her family have a new home for the holidays. Habitat’s 42nd home was dedicated in early November, which enabled the Crawford family to be settled in for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Friends, family, volunteers and other supporters joined in celebrating with the Crawfords and touring the new home. “Words can’t express how grateful we are. I want to especially thank all the volunteers who came out to help build,” Becky Crawford said. Her sister added, “You couldn’t have

picked a more deserving family for this home. Becky has worked really hard to overcome many obstacles in her life.” Becky’s grandfather jokingly chimed in that “If you take good care of your home and your car, they will both last you a long time.” The Home Dedication festivities continued with a presentation of the home’s key to Becky and her sons, the opening of many housewarming gifts, a “Welcome Home” cake and many heartwarming prayers and remarks. Pastor Chris Santasiere, associate minister at Fairmount Christian Church, led the ceremony and added that “this home is like a body: the bones and structure have been built,

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and complete knowledge and mastery of skills. The Hanover Center for Trades and Technology is accredited in the areas of Brakes, Suspension/Steering Systems, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Performance, and Engine Repair. Information submitted by Linda M. Scarborough, Hanover County Public Schools communications specialist.

Since Monday, Nov. 5, John M. Gandy Elementary School in Ashland has been on a mission: To get enough votes to receive The Clorox Company’s Power A Bright Future grant. The school could win up to $50,000 – if the votes are cast. Community support is being sought through 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 12. Adults and children 13 and older can visit www. PowerABrightFuture.com to

vote once a day for the program they believe is most deserving of a grant. Neighbors, friends and family also can vote for their favorite school right from their phones via text message (message and data rates may apply). The grant program helps fund new or ongoing programs that allow children to play, create and explore. The program that receives the highest number of votes will

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be awarded the $50,000 grand prize grant, and the next top vote-getters in the Play, Create and Explore categories, respectively, will each be awarded a $25,000 grant. Clorox’s judging panel will select three additional lucky schools, one in each category, to win a $25,000 judge’s choice grant. John M. Gandy can be one of only seven schools nationwide to win a grant.

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he marriage of Jenny Comer Snare and Charles Malcolm Gills took place on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at the Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, Virginia. Jenny is the daughter of Kathryn Barger Comer and the late Kenneth E. Comer and Charles is the son of the late Nancy Burroughs Gills. The Bride’s daughters, Lindsey and Shannon Snare, preceded their Mother down the aisle. The wedding was officiated by their minister, Jon Gibson, of New Hanover Presbyterian Church. A reception and dinner were held in Lemaire Restaurant at the Jefferson. Jenny and Charles both attended Virginia Tech, where Jenny received a degree in Finance. Charles graduated from James Madison University as a Communications major. The couple honeymooned in Dublin, County Claire Ireland, and Keswick Resort and reside in Hanover County, Virginia.

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r. and Mrs. Daniel A. Leary of Mechanicsville and Mr. and Mrs. J. Edward Beach Jr. of Glen Allen proudly announce the engagement of their children, Cristin Anne Leary and Matthew Ryan Beach. Cristin is the granddaughter of Mrs. Ann Conner of Ashland and the late Mr. William S. Conner, and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur R. Leary of Hampton, Virginia. She graduated with honors in 2011 from Campbell University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences with a Doctor in Pharmacy. MATT BEACH and CRISTIN LEARY Cristin is currently employed as a consulting pharmacist in the Richmond area. Matt is the grandson of Mrs. Margaret Garber of Richmond and the late Mr. Gray Garber, and Mrs. Faye Beach of Richmond and the late Mr. Edward Beach. He graduated in 2008 from Longwood University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and is currently a general manager of Jason’s Deli in Richmond. Wedding plans are set for October 12, 2013.

Ron and Pat Sutton celebrated their 50th anniversary on December 1, 2012. They have three children, Pam Wright (David), Michael (Teresa) and Jimmy (kim), three grandchildren, one step-grandchild, one greatgrandchild on the way and one step-great grandchild.

Mechanicsville native and Miss Virginia 2004 Mariah Rice Jenkins has added a Miss Hanover division to the Miss Greater Richmond Pageant, of which she serves as director. The Miss Greater Richmond Pageant is a Miss America Local Preliminary crowning queens in these divisions: Little Miss (5 to 8 years old), Preteen (9 to 12), Teen (13 to 17) and Miss (17 to 24). Miss Hanover titleholders will be crowned in the same divisions this year. The Miss Hanover Pageant will run jointly with the Miss Greater Richmond Pageant on Saturday, Dec. 15, at Deep Run High School. “We have decided to add Miss Hanover this year to allow more local girls the chance to represent Central Virginia in the Miss Virginia Pageant in Roanoke in June 2013 live on TV,” Jenkins said. The deadline to enter was Monday, Dec. 3. For more information, go to www.missgreaterrichmond.com or e-mail Jenkins at missgtrrichmond@yahoo.com.

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Holiday ‘wish list’ available The Hanover County Department of Community Resources has information on many ways in which you can assist Hanover residents who are in need during the upcoming holiday season. Individuals, businesses and community groups seeking ideas and local contacts seeking community support to help others this holiday season can download the 2012 “Making the Holidays Bright” holiday “wish list.”

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Ruritans selling Christmas trees Members of the Hanover Ruritan Club will be selling Christmas trees through Monday, Dec. 24, in the old Safeway shopping plaza on Mechanicsville Turnpike in the Village of Mechanicsville. The club, which has been

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Dana R. Jackson, principal of Washington-Henry Elementary School, has released several honors lists acknowledging students’ academic achievements. They are: Honor Roll 5th grade (1st marking period) — Ryan Camp, Katie Reid, Mychal Butler, Jada Lyons, Ian Tombleson and Morgan Melchor. Honors List 4th grade (1st quarter) — Aiden Brumfield, Ellis Ingraham, Stephen Shields, Brennan Bruce, Macy Failla, Aubrie Hixon, Alex Weaver and Daniel Reading. Principal’s List 5th grade (1st marking period) — Kendal Botenfield, Emily Halferty, Katie Sarnowski, Bridget Aitken, Niki Capaldo, Mary Fisher, Riley Gordon, Emily Headley, Alex Hubbard, Rachel King, Sophie Lucas, Phoebe Merrick, Peyton Steele, Heaven Sullivan, Baillie Weir, Myles

Christmas tour of Ashland’s historic downtown business district. This tour is a little different than the ordinary rush through the 200-plus building historic district. Organizers will be taking a small part of the district and

examining it in more detail. They’ll visit several buildings inside to look at the interior architecture, and they’ll tell little known stories about Ashland’s Historic Downtown. Afterwards, they will adjourn to the Ashland Museum for hot cocoa and a question and

answer period. Reservations are required. Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members. To purchase them online, go to www. ashlandmuseum.org or send a check and date preference to Ashland Museum at P.O. Box 633, Ashland, VA 23005.

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The Hanover Pound at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland has this dog and cat for adoption. “Granger” is a 2-year-old black lab mix. He loves other dogs and loves people. He is looking for someone to be that faithful hero to. He is very friendly and has so much love to give. He would love to have a home for Christmas. He is up-to-date on all his shots and has been neutered. He is heartworm (negative). “Sassy” is a 2-year-old medium hair grey cat. She likes other cats. She is very sweet and lovable. She is very laid back. She is looking for that special lap to call hers for Christmas. She is up-to-date on her shots and has been spayed. She is FELV/FIV (negative). For more information on adopting Granger and Sassy, 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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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, Dec. 5 The Bon Secours Breast Cancer Support Group wll meet from 12 noon to 1 p.m. in the Atlee Room of MOB1 at Memorial Regional Medical Center. Open to all breast cancer survivors, at any stage of treatment or recovery, and is not limited to those being treated by Bon Secours. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch For any questions call Mary Baker at 893-8625. Hanover Humane Society will hold its veterinary Wellness Clinic from at 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland. The clinic provides routine vaccines, heartworm testing, and other preventive services. The clinic does not treat sick or injured animals. No appointments. Please visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for more information. Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV). The SCV will assist in the tracing your ancestor’s Confederate service as well as help put together a periodlimited tree linking you to your ancestor. The Edmund Ruffin SCV Camp meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. For more information about joining or our next meeting contact rader.james2@aol. com or call 874-5336. St. Paul Lutheran Church midweek Advent Worship at begins at 7 p.m. at 8100 Shady Grove Rd., Mechanicsville. Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor. Advent Theme: “O Come, Immanuel.” For more information call at 427-7500 or visit www.saintpaul-lcms.com

Thursday, Dec. 6 Salem Presbyterian Church will host a Christmas Sing-ALong at 10 a.m. at the Church

Theatre doors open at 7:15 p.m. at Atlee Community Church, 7171 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville. Kidstuf is a “no drop off zone”. All children must be accompanied by an adult. For informaFriday, Dec. 7 tion call 730-3676 or visit www. Hanover Branch of the atleechurch.org. Pamunkey Regional Library Storytime from 10:45 to 11:30 Saturday, Dec. 8 a.m. All ages (infants and up) Santa Pancake Breakfast & are welcome to join us for sto- Shop. Pancake breakfast begins ries, fingerplays, songs and 8:30 a.m. at Shalom Church, crafts. 7527 Library Drive, 1 mile east of Lee-Davis on Hanover, VA 23069. For more Rte. 360. Crafts for the kids, information call 365-6210. Christmas story and a visit with Santa. All children will have Art Studio @ 301 Opening time to shop for inexpensive Reception“ChristmasCelebration” gifts for their families. All profrom 4 to 7 p.m. 13297 Hanover ceeds go to the Lottie Moon Courthouse Rd. Local artists work Christmas Offering for the on display. Featuring Glenn Crone poor. Call Lisa at 746-7737 for the Thalhimers’ Santa for 50 years. more information. Autographing his books and tellHanover Animal Control ing stories. rabies vaccination clinics Hanover Evangelical will be held from 9 a.m. to Friends Church Bethlehem noon at the Hanover County Walk from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Administration Building at 6420 Mechanicsville Turnpike, 7516 County Complex Road at Mechanicsville. For large group Hanover Courthouse. Vaccines reservations call Lee Mitchell at will be administered The veteri543-9964 or email robertmitch- narian will administer to the pet ell@gmail.com. www.friendly- at your vehicle without you having to bring the animal inside. church.org or call 730-9512. at a cost of $7 per dog or cat. Season of Joy: A Celtic Hanover Humane Society Christmas Celebration begins at 7 p.m. presented by Gethsemane will hold a dog adoption stand Church of Christ’s worship choir from 9 a.m. to noon at its and drama cast. Refreshments facility at 12190 Washington will be served following the pro- Highway in Ashland. Cat adopgram in the pavilion. For more tion stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia information call 779-2044. Center PetSmart stores from 11 The Central Virginia a.m. to 3p.m. Please visit www. Masterworks Chorale 2012 hanoverhumanesociety.org for Christmas Concert, “On This available animals and additional Shining Night” begins at 7:30 adoption information. p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 520 N. Boulevard, Hanover Humane Society Richmond. Advance tickets will partner with the Virginia are $10 for adults (or $15 at Center Petsmart for the holithe door) and $5 for students. day “Santa Claws” fundraising www.cvamc.org. photo event. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kidstuf begins at 6:30 PM. Pet owners may have their pet’s

on Studley Road. Our Hymn of the Month is “Silent Night’ and we will be learning of it’s origin. Followed by a time of food, fun, and fellowship.

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picture taken with Santa and will receive a decorative frame and special gift from Petsmart for only $9.95. A portion of the Center Petsmart for the holiday proceeds will be donated to the “Santa Claws” fundraising photo Hanover Humane Society. event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pet owners may have their pet’s Green Top will host Ladies picture taken with Santa and Day at 10150 Lakeridge Parkway will receive a decorative frame in Ashland. The event will fea- and special gift from Petsmart ture Laurie as in “Catfish and for only $9.95. A portion of the Laurie” from K95; special draw- proceeds will be donated to the ings every hour for gift cards Hanover Humane Society. and special giveaways; refreshments; and a live band from 12 Candlelight Christmas to 3 p.m. The first 500 ladies will Tours and Festivities at Patrick spin the wheel to win a free gift. Henry’s Scotchtown 18th century celebration of the holiThe Hanover Concert Band days from 1 to 5 p.m. 16120 concert with the Randolph Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam, Va. Macon Chorus begins at 4 Decorations, music, dancing p.m. at First Baptist Church and good things to eat, we will in Ashland. Everyone is wel- make the holidays come alive come to enjoy the music of the for you. Admission is $5 pp. Christmas season and join in for more information call (804) with sing along selections. For 227-3500 or visit scotchtown@ more information visit www. preservationvirginia.org. hanoverconcertband.com. Hanover Humane Society will Hanover Evangelical hold a cat adoption stand from 2 Friends Church Bethlehem to 5 p.m. at the Virginia Center Walk from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at PetSmart store Please visit www. 6420 Mechanicsville Turnpike, hanoverhumanesociety.org for Mechanicsville. For large group available animals and additional reservations call Lee Mitchell at adoption information. 543-9964 or email robertmitchell@gmail.com. For information The Central Virginia visit www.friendlychurch.org or Masterworks Chorale 2012 call 730-9512. Christmas Concert, “On This Shining Night.” begins at 3 Candlelight Christmas p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, Tours and Festivities at Patrick 4200 Dover Road, Richmond. Henry’s Scotchtown 18th cen- Advance tickets are $10 for tury celebration of the holi- adults (or $15 at the door) and days from 6:30 to 9 p.m. 16120 $5 for students. See www.cvamc. Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam, Va. org for more information. Decorations, music, dancing and good things to eat, we will The Cool Spring Baptist make the holidays come alive Church Older Children’s Choirs for you. Admission is $5 pp. will be presenting the Christmas for more information call (804) Musical, “Secret of Snowflake 227-3500 or visit scotchtown@ County” at 6 p.m. In addition to preservationvirginia.org. the musical, this same night the Cool Spring Preschool Choir Sunday, Dec. 9 will be singing some of their Hanover Humane Society favorite Christmas songs. This will partner with the Virginia night of musical celebration, led

by our children, will be held in the Worship Center at 9283 Atlee Station Road and is open to the public at no cost. Come and join Bronze Bums as well as other vendors from 6 -10 pm at the Ashcreek Clubhouse, 10854 Linderwood Drive, Mechanicsville. Vendors will be on site to order your holiday goodies. Bring your unwanted gold to get it appraised by our Cash for Gold representative for cash. Light refreshments will be provided, so grab a friend and come get your shopping done. Visit bronzebums.com for more information. Season of Joy: A Celtic Christmas Celebration begins at 6:30 p.m. presented by Gethsemane Church of Christ’s worship choir and drama cast. Refreshments will be served following the program in the pavilion. For more information call 779-2044.

Tuesday, Dec. 11 Mechanicsville AARP Chapter 5407 meets from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Shalom Baptist Church, 6395 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va. The public is invited to attend. For more information, please call Mrs. Katie Briggs at 447-3060.

Wednesday, Dec. 12 The New Virginians will have its monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at The Jefferson Hotel, 101 West Franklin Street, Richmond. The Club will hold a Silent Auction at the luncheon. The cost for the luncheon is $35. for club members and their guests. Reservations for the luncheon are requested by noon on Dec. 5. Contact membership@thenewva.org see CALENDAR, pg. 37

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The 2012 Blue Star Colts Homecoming Court includes Flag Princess Heather Nurmi , who was escorted by Nolan Crist; Pee Wee Princess Riley Harris, who was escorted by James Haynie; Midget JV Princess Madeline Tomlin, who was escorted by Nicholas Klesat; Midget Grid Iron Princess Kendall Wiles, who was escorted by Hayden Harris; Midget Varsity Princess Joy Willis, who was escorted by Carter Nash; 2012 Miss Blue Star Sydnee Power, who was escorted by Mr. Blue Star Hunter Bratton. They do not appear in order

The Blue Star Colts and Cowboys celebrated their homecomings in October at Hanover Courthouse Park. Now in its 42nd year, Blue Star has about 400 local area children who participated in football and cheerleading this season. Those not available for a photo were members of the Blue Star Court: Junior Football Shamus Stovall; Junior Cheer Crystal Allen; Midget Varsity Football Colin Haygood; Midget Varsity Cheer Abigail

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Inc., Joseph W. Elrod Jr. DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, Call Federal Credit Union, Hometown Realty, Pump It Up, Stevi B’s, Power Installations, Brunetti’s Express, Marty’s, Sweet Frog, Hanover Olympiad, Ashland Skateland, AMF Hanover Lanes, and ORC Grounds Management. Thanks also were extended to the volunteers who have helped make Blue Star “a vibrant and successful association.” Registration information for the 2013 season will be available in March 2013. For more information, visit www.bluestarfootball.org.

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The Hanover County Department of Social Services is accepting applications for heating equipment repairs through its 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: ❍ Repair of heating equipment, and/or purchase of supplemental heating equipment or maintenance.

❍ Payment of utility security deposit. ❍ Purchase of portable space heater. ❍ Purchase of primary home heating utility bill. ❍ Payment for emergency shelter. Applications for repairs will be accepted through March 15, 2013. Crisis Assistance applications for fuel/utility costs will be accepted from Jan. 2, 2013, through March 15, 2013. For more information, call the Hanover Department of Social Services at 804-3654100.

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