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School Board asked to fight for funds By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

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The meeting room for the Jan. 22 public hearing on Hanover County Public Schools’ budget proposal was packed. Interest drew so many people that the meeting was standing room only, including the halls. A work session followed on Jan. 24; story on page 30.

Proposed school district cuts taken to supervisors County Board of Supervisors, the panel got an earful of comments on that very subject durWith more than a month ing a public comment period at remaining until County last Wednesday’s regular meetAdministrator Cecil R. “Rhu” ing. Harris Jr. presents his 2013see SUPERVISORS, pg. 4 2014 budget to the Hanover

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Hanover citizens had their first opportunity to comment on the school district’s proposed $188.7 million budget at a public hearing held last week in Ashland. More than 300 people attended the Jan. 22 meeting and many took advantage of that opportunity to voice concerns, support and opposition to the proposed spending plan for 2013-2014. The overflow audience, comprised of teachers, students, parents and interested citizens, voiced concern regarding some specifics contained in the document, but expressed overall support for the challenges addressed by superintendent Jamelle Wilson’s proposal. While some speakers lamented the absence

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Parent Michelle Schmidt said she moved to Hanover County a year ago to access what she called the great schools. She said she’s worried continued cuts to the school budget will jeopardize that quality education. “You’ve cut through the muscle, and now you’re down to the bone,” she told School Board members see SCHOOL, pg. 7 at a public hearing last week.

Festival organizers seek memorabilia

his year the Hanover Tomato Festival will celebrate its 35th Anniversary and members of the Hanover Tomato Festival Committee are searching for memorabilia from years past. If you would like to share your event photos from over the last 35 years, the committee and

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Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Covenant Woods closed 2012 with the completion of a $64,495,000 bond issue. The series included a variety of one to 35-year bonds, with yield to maturity ranging from 1.80 percent to 4.90 percent. Most of the series were over-subscribed, with the 30-year bonds oversubscribed nine times. The overall yield came in at 4.63 percent. This interest rate is one of the lowest 30-year non-rated bond transactions ever subscribed in Virginia. BB&T Capital Markets served as underwriters. The bonds were issued by the Economic Development Authority of Hanover County. The bond issue supports the new expansion at Covenant Woods, which includes new amenities, residences and community enhancements. The centerpiece of the expansion is The Lodge, with 84 one-, two- and two-bedroom with den apartments. The Lodge will incorporate a pub, dining venue, living room and community gathering center. Also included in the expansion project are 22 new cottages, an indoor swimming pool, a new spa and fitness center, and renovations to the existing dining venues.

When completed, the expansion will nearly double the number of Covenant Woods independent residences. As the only expansion of its kind opening in the area within the next 18 months, it will position Covenant Woods well to meet the changing needs of seniors who enjoy an active and rewarding lifestyle. Covenant Woods selected BB&T Capital Markets to manage the transaction. BB&T Capital Markets provides a full-spectrum of capital and advisory solutions including M&A advisory, equity and debt underwriting, sales and trading, research, corporate banking and syndicated finance. Financing also includes a bank placement tax-exempt loan with First Tennessee of $37 million, which includes favorable financing terms and a drawdown component feature to be repaid with entrance fees. Covenant Woods is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community that moved to Mechanicsville in 2001. Its tradition began in 1883 with The Richmond Home for Ladies. Over the years, the community moved to the historic Fan District. For more information, call 804-569-8000 or visit www.covenantwoods.com.

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue Jan. 16

Jan 18

Suspect stole item at location on Mt. Air Ct.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Mechanicsville Trnpk.

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

Jan. 17

Suspect stole item at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) broke into a location on New London Rd. and stole items. Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Old Ridge Rd. Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Liberty School Rd. Unknown suspect(s) fled the scene of an accident location on Creighton Pkwy.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Chamberlayne Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Craney Island Rd.

Suspect was in possession of a alcohol and under the age of 21 at location on Sliding Hill Rd.

Victim reported harassing phone calls from a location on Tyler Station Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Little River Dr.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Cut. Ln.

Jan 19

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at location on Sliding Hill Rd.

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at location on Fieldshire Dr.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Richardson Rd.

Suspect was soliciting without a permit at location on Mill Valley Rd.

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

Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s information without permission at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect stole item at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Jan. 20

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at location on Sliding Hill Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Mechanicsville Trnpk.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Smoothbore Ln.

Suspect stole items at location on Lakeridge Pk.

Suspect stoles item at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect was in possession of a alcohol and under the age of 21 at location on Sliding Hill Rd.

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Jan.22

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Doswell Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Chisholm Tl.

Unknown suspect(s) fled the scene of an accident location on Goshen Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) stole item at location on Patrick Henry Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Coatesville Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Beaver Dam Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Reed Town Ln.

Suspect stole item at location on Bell Creek Rd.

Suspect forged and uttered check at location on Mechanicsville Trnpk.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at location on Blackbear Tl.

Jan. 21

Suspect was disorderly at location on Senn Way.

Unknown suspect assaulted victim at location on Castle Tower Rd.

Suspect violated a protective order at location on Mill Valley Rd.

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at location on Ashcake Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) fled the scene of an accident location on Atlee Rd.

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at location on Sliding Hill Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at location on Gwathmey Church Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) used victim’s information without permission at location on Sliding Hill Rd.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at location on Flannigan Mill Rd.

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About two dozen citizens showed up to voice their opposition to a portion of that upcoming budget, the school’s allotment for the upcoming year. Most said they did not support the more than $5 million deficit Hanover County Public Schools faced in this year’s budget, and others were dismayed at the proposed eight-block teaching schedule for county high schools. “That’s asking us to do 20 percent more work for no additional pay,” said Chris Pace, a teacher, parent and member of a group called Friends of Hanover Schools that was formed to air the system’s concerns. Daniel Bartels has been a physics and mathematics teacher at Hanover High School since it opened, and knows what the extra class period will mean to many teachers. He is known for

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Citizens lined up to speak at last Wednesday’s meeting of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors to voice concerns about the impending school budget.

being instrumental in developing the school’s and the county’s robotics program and has donated countless hours of his time to those projects. “I’ve been recognized for numerous awards, including The RED Award for Excellence in Teaching by the Community Foundation, but the most pre-

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cious award I’ve received is from my students who are recognized as Hanover Scholars each year,” he said. Now he said he’s had enough, and the recent proposal to move to an eight-block schedule pushed him over the edge. “I’m one of those teachers that is likely to leave because of the changes,” Bartels said. “I just can’t do anymore. I’ve done six classes for more pay, an extra $8,000 a year.” When the same offer was extended to him for the following year, he turned it down. “It was too much. I couldn’t be the teacher I wanted to be. I couldn’t be the teacher my students needed me to be,” Bartels said. But he said it was something even more than personal and close to home that made him realize he was overextended in the classroom. “I couldn’t spend the time with my family I needed to

spend,” he said. “I sometimes spend more time with your kids than I spend with my kids, and asking me to do a little bit more is more than I have to give.” About two dozen speakers presented the case for a restoration of the $5.4 million deficit to the $188.7 million budget, a review of the proposed eightblock schedule and finding a long-term solution for funding Hanover schools. And many said they would welcome an increase in their property taxes to offset the school budget deficits. Gloria O’Toole is the mother of two graduated Hanover students who “have gone on to some of the most prestigious schools in the country” and one current county student. “I think we are at a crossroads. We need to find other sources for sustainable revenue to secure the quality of life here

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by including a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Digital photos may be emailed to hanovertomatofestival@co.hanover.va.us. For more information on the Hanover Tomato Festival, visit www.hanovertomatofestival.com or call 804-365-7150. Information submitted by Lisa Walker, Hanover Parks & Recreation.

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The committee asks that photos be submitted by Friday, Feb. 15. They may be mailed to Hanover Parks and Recreation, 13017 Taylor Complex Lane, Ashland, VA 23005 with attention to Hanover Tomato Festival. Photos will be returned

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There’s a reason our school district thrives Desired by most and envied by others, the educational opportunities provided by Hanover County Public Schools bring deserving acclaim. The impact of our school district was evidenced last week when an overflowing crowd filled the meeting room of the Hanover County School Board for a public hearing concerning the proposed 2013-2014 budget. Participating in the process, offering opinions on the path the system may take, and, most of all, caring about the future speak volumes about how passionate you as parents, citizens, employees, business leaders and supporters are for our school district. It’s no secret HCPS attracts new residents who want the best education possible for their children. Surrounding counties and localities lose in population as we gain — because of our schools. Superintendent Jamelle Wilson, who before taking the helm from Stewart Roberson, has been through many budget cycles here. She carries a heavy load in the responsibilities operating such a successful school system bring. That being said, she worked closely with Roberson and was more than prepared to make what sometimes are the tough decisions to maintain the services we have when she moved into the top seat. As for the School Board members, they have been holding work sessions in leading up to officially adopting a budget for submission to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. These governmental bodies are under the microscope now from the public. The number of people who turned out last week made that statement loud and clear. And now this writer will take advantage of once again tossing out an issue that has been addressed before: An elected School Board. Too many rumors have been circulating about replacements as terms expire on the School Board. (Term limits in general merit further discussion in this space another time.) Now in its second year, what is still being referred to as the “new” Board of Supervisors faces difficult number-crunching decisions, some of which will be unavoidable. Our greatest hope at this time is that your voice is heard, your opinions considered, and our county unites for all. Without the education system we are known for, our government fails our young. Melody Kinser

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County’s open government honor gets chamber’s praise The Hanover Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber congratulates the Hanover Board of Supervisors and administration on the county’s recognition by the Virginia Coalition for Open Government for its online access to county budgets and respective data. Hanover County continues to demonstrate transparency and prudent fiscal responsibility that is a great benefit to our community. This fiscal responsibility and openness is seen throughout the county’s various departments, as well as in the greater community. For example, on Dec. 12, 2012, Hanover County was reaffirmed to have a triple AAA bond rating, making it the smallest of the 35 counties in the United States to receive such ratings. Hanover County is to be commended for their management, planning and execution of our county’s resources. Their efforts help ensure that our county can continue to be a great place to live, raise a family, work and play, both now and in the future. We commend our Board of Supervisors, School Board, county and school administration and their respective staffs for such accomplishments. Mark A. Creery Sr. Chair Hanover Business Council Greater Richmond Chamber

County services prove essential to quality of life (Editor’s note: The following was sent to the members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors.) Esteemed Supervisors, In reviewing my records, I see that my 2012 real estate tax bill was $133 lower than previous bills. I spotted this only now, as my monthly mortgage payment had increased. It seems that my homeowner’s insurance premium had gone up more than my taxes had gone down, hiding this tax break in my mortgage payment. Realizing that, I began to think. My insurance company asks for more money every year than does my county government. And how do the services I get from each of you compare? In the 10 years that I have owned property in Hanover, Virginia Farm Bureau has given me nothing in return for my excessive premiums. I anticipate that they never will. However, in the past 10 years, Hanover County public employees have responded to two fires in my neighborhood. My local firefighters risked their very lives to extinguish

the flames that threatened my home and family. Hanover County Animal Control Officers have responded to calls about dangerous dogs in the neighborhood, and even came to my house over the weekend to remove a wild hawk from my dining room. Hanover County Sherriff ’s deputies have been to my home to respond to noise complaints, the theft of my daughter’s bicycle (which was recovered), to investigate a drunk and disorderly man wandering the streets, to help look for and organize volunteers to search for the poor autistic child lost in the Battlefield Park, to respond to a complaint about Internet fraud, as well as regular patrol duties. Hanover County Fire/EMS responded quickly to three automobile accidents involving my family members, and treated my injured daughter with genuine compassion as she was transported to VCU Health Systems. Hanover County Public Schools teachers provided my daughters with truly superior high school experiences, resulting in IB diplomas and more than a full of year of transferable college credits. Club sponsors and coaches taught them civic responsibility, the meaning of team work, and instilled them with the drive and desire to pursue their passions. As Hanover County employees continually add to the quality of my life on a daily basis and respond professionally and efficiently to my every request, I cannot help but think the decrease in my tax liability is a mistake. How can I get all of that service for less than the money I give to my homeowner’s insurance company? I have mailed a check for $133 to deposit to the general fund to correct this error. For the 2013 tax year, please restore my tax assessment to the 2010 level, at the 86-cent rate. My county services are essential to my quality of life, and provide the best return on my money of any of my fixed expenses. Stephanie L Brady Doswell see LETTERS, pg. 8

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of a teacher raise in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan, others expressed concerns over a proposed plan that would increase high school schedules to eight periods, forcing teachers to manage one more class each day. John Szewczyk, a representative for the Virginia Professional Educators association, said his group opposes the budget due to a lack of funding and a specific concern over the eightblock schedule. He said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting a clear message from his constituents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re telling me they are overburdened, overtaxed and overworked,â&#x20AC;? Szewczyk said. Teachers at Hanover campuses are at maximum capacity, according to Szewczyk, with increased clerical duties and an expanded meeting schedule for special education and faculty gatherings. AP and IB teachers often issue extensive writing assignments that require additional time for evaluation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now they are being asked to teach a sixth block without additional compensation. As you can imagine, morale has been affected,â&#x20AC;? Szewczyk said. He said it all adds up to a disturbing trend for Hanover educators. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many of these excellent instructional staff are telling me they are looking for jobs in other school districts, or, in some cases, outside of education altogether.â&#x20AC;? But the most strident of objections were registered by parents of Hanover students, both past and present, who feel asking teachers to do more with less represents a troubling trend in the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education funding. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My family relocated here a year ago specifically for the schools,â&#x20AC;? parent Michelle Schmidt tearfully said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;From what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen of Dr. Wilsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest budget proposal, we have shrunk all we can without impacting incredible programs

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Hanover County Public Schools superintendent Jamelle Wilson listened intently to a stream of speakers who voiced concerns over continuing cuts in the budget.

for our youth, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to have negative consequences.â&#x20AC;? Patty Jackson, the mother of two graduated Hanover honor students, urged School Board members to approve the budget presented by Dr. Wilson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have an opportunity not only to pass a budget that Dr. Wilson has presented, but to truly be advocates for our students and our teachers, and, ultimately, the families of Hanover County,â&#x20AC;? Jackson said. Saying the system should never have been placed in its current situation, she tasked School Board members to deliver a clear message to the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Board of Supervisors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have a responsibility to go back to the Board of Supervisors and reflect what you are hearing here tonight,â&#x20AC;? Jackson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You should stand up to that Board of Supervisors and tell them you shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to accept, yet, another $5 million cut to the school system. All of these folks have been elected and promised to keep excellent schools in Hanover. This is not the way to do it.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I understand you have to make hard decisions because you are under-funded by a Board of Supervisors who have no plans to increase revenue for the county,â&#x20AC;? said Patrick

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Families are the bedrock of our society and culture. Destroy the family and our nation will crumble. There are powerful forces intent on redefining the family in America that must be stopped. Do you find yourself wondering why there is such a proliferation of crime among young adults now? Did you know that more than 3 in 10 children grow up in broken homes and children from broken homes account for: ❍ 70 percent of those in juvenile detention. ❍ 57 percent of all prison inmates. ❍ 63 percent of teen suicides. ❍ 71 percent of teen pregnancies. ❍ 90 percent of homeless juveniles and runaways. ❍ 71 percent of high school dropouts. ❍ 75 percent of all drug users. ❍ 85 percent of behavioral disorders. I don’t share these statistics to discourage single parents who have done their best to raise their families. But the undeniable fact is that children are better off in a two-parent home with a marriage between a man and a woman. There is an epidemic of fail-

ure in our families that stems from the ongoing cultural, legal and legislative attacks on the family structure! Radical groups want to redefine the family – and, in too many instances, they are succeeding! Pro-homosexual groups have been engaged in a decadeslong crusade to change their depiction in the media – and in advancing propaganda to get Americans to believe that samesex “marriage” is natural. As you know, the Obama Administration has declared an all-out assault on natural marriage and the DOMA (Defense of Marriage Act) ever since unilaterally declaring it “unconstitutional and indefensible.” In the wake of the Obama Administration’s refusal to defend DOMA, this is just the beginning of the assaults on families and marriage that we expect in 2013. We must win the battle in support of marriage and family. Losing one of the most important cultural battles of our lifetime is simply unthinkable! There can be no middle ground! Jadine S. Jett Glen Allen

moved me to write. As Wright suggested, Hanover County is not so rural as it once was. Numerous developments have popped up, plot sizes have decreased, and large agricultural and wooded tracts are becoming more rare. I do not condone the shooting of Wright’s dog, but it does give us an opportunity to discuss whether we might all be better neighbors in an increasingly crowded county if dogs were removed from the deer hunting picture. I am sure that this idea will prompt a great deal of indignation from responsible hunters who use dogs. We have had many a hunting dog roam onto our property and have patiently waited for the owners to retrieve their wayward canine companions. Some people are prompt, others less so, and still others reply to our phone calls with “Oh, just let him go.! He’ll wander out to the road and I’ll pick him up.” That last response truly vexes me — hunting dogs gravitate to roadways where they rush towards a honking horn rather than running away because they’ve been trained that a horn blast is the dinner bell. Until the owner appears, that dog will dart in front of vehicles that honk and it is liable to end up in a ditch either gravely DJ Wright’s recent letter wounded or dead if a driver regarding the loss of his son’s cannot stop in time. much beloved hunting dog has I also have seen my fair share of rail-thin hounds, spraypainted with the initials of their careless owners no less, prowling for roadkill to eat in January • Vinyl Siding and early February. • Replacement I would be interested to see statistics from Hanover County Windows Animal Control on how many • Roofing dogs of hunting extraction are impounded at the close of the • Aluminum Trim season. • Seamless Gutters Wright is correct in his statement that dogs do not underMember of BBB stand property boundaries.

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And they’re off! The Mechanicsville Miler, sponsored by Mechanicsville Elementary School, attracted a great response in the number of participants. The 2012 event marked the fourth year for the 3-mile and 1-mile fun run.

MES raises funds for Smart Boards Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Mechanicsville Elementary School community was able to “Take SMART Steps” towards promoting fitness and purchasing SMART Boards for classrooms as a result of its highly successful 4th Annual Mechanicsville Miler. Participation and sponsorships were at record levels and made last year’s race the best one yet. In a field of 225 runners for the 3-mile race, Stephen Mutisya and Alicia Todd were the overall male and female winners. Trophies also went to Jeremiah Young and Holly Ricks, MES alumni male and female; Jackson Cray and Caroline Rawls, grade 3-5 male and female; and Logan Johnson and Hannah Clarke, grade K-2 male and female winners.

The top three boy and girl grade level finishers of the 1-mile fun run received medals. Winners were Trey Walton, Cullen Carter, Quinton Bell, Alison Harvey, Alyssa Bernardini, and Hannah Ruisi for grades 3-5 ; Kayveon Canada, Patrick Roden, Daniel Washington, Sarah Bland, Anusha Algappan and Kaitlyn Wood for grades K-2. School organizers said they appreciate the local community’s tremendous support of this event. Sixty-one businesses sponsored the race with six at the platinum level: Bennett’s Funeral Home, Bojangles’, IBEW Local 666, The Pediatric Connection, River City Recovery, and TuckerPhoto submitted by Alicia Todd Franklin Insurance. Their generous donations The 3-Mile winners in the Mechanicsville Miler were, from left, Stephen Mutisya, Hannah Clarke, helped fund 14 SMART Boards for classroom Alicia Todd, Jeremiah Young, Holly Ricks and Caroline Rawls. Logan Johnson and Jackson Cray see MES, pg. 14

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was predeceased by husbands Warren Christian and Andrew Butler, Jr. Phyllis was born on July 13, 1928 on the family farm in Quinton. When she was young, Phyllis became the lady of the house with a father and four brothers when her mother left them. From a young age she began taking care of her family and it was this sense of duty and responsibility to care for those she loved that guided her all her life. Keeping a clean house and making sure those she loved were well fed was important. She especially loved to be outside gardening or somewhere on the water. Phyllis worked for the Hill Directory Company, later R. L. Polk, for nearly 40 years. After retiring she then went to work in the gift shop at the Richmond International Airport for close to 15 years. And even as her body started to fail, she still spoke of going back to work. A celebration of Phyllis’ life will take place at 2p.m. on Saturday, February 2, at Providence United Methodist Church, 4001 New Kent Hwy, Quinton, Va., 23141, with interment in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at a reception in the parish hall immediately following interment. Phyllis, like her grandmother, often said “I want my flowers while I’m living” so in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Providence United Methodist Building Fund at the same address. Corinne Carlton CARLTON, Corinne Helmick, beloved “MeMa” 93, of Richmond and Mechanicsville died January 16, 2013. Born in Chattanooga, Tenn., she was the daughter of William and Corinne Helmick. She attended the Tennessee College for Women at Murfreesboro, where she met and married John E. Carlton in the year prior to his deployment overseas dur-

ing World War II. After her husband’s return from service, she supported her growing family as homemaker, while he pursued his education and subsequent 50 years of medical practice. Together they raised five children, all of whom reside in the Richmond area. In later life, she enjoyed traveling with her husband, often in the couple’s small private plane, in which Mrs. Carlton served as unofficial navigator. She was an avid reader, expert cook, and even in declining health presided over frequent large family gatherings. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years; her parents; brother, Wilson Helmick; sisters, Dorothy Helmick and Virginia Hibbler. She is survived by daughters, Corinne Overkleeft and Drucilla Andrews; sons, John E. Jr., David, and Paul Carlton; their spouses, Michael Andrews Sr., Faye, Diane, and Debbie Carlton; nephew, Jim Hibbler, of Murfreesboro; 12 grandchildren; and 12 greatgrandchildren. The family joyously awaits the birth of another great-grandchild within the month. The family wishes to express its gratitude for the loving care provided by Lorene Edwards, Leslie Young, Michelle Schmude, Tonya Johnson, Virginia May, Myoshi Hall, and for the compassionate care provided by the services of Bon Secours Hospice. A memorial service in celebration of the life of Corinne Helmick Carlton was held January 26 at Gayton Road Christian Church, 12050 Ridgefield Parkway, Richmond Va., 23233, officiated by the Reverend Deborah Harris Carlton, daughter-inlaw to the deceased. Visitation with the family followed the service in the fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Bon Secours Hospice.

21, 2013. She is preceded in death by a son, Kenny Ashworth. Gloria is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Joseph “Sonny” Cecil; daughter, Carolyn Davis; stepsons, Tommy Cecil (Charlotte) and Joseph Cecil Jr.; six grandchildren; and her sister, Alice Pappas. A celebration of Gloria’s life was held January 26 at the Twin Rivers Community Church, 4032 Mechanicsville Tpke., Mechanicsville 23111. Arrangements by Monaghan Funeral Home.

Eddie Feathers FEATHERS, Eddie Max, 78, of Mechanicsville, Va., passed away peacefully on January 7, 2013 to be with his Lord and Savior, and the love of his life, his wife, Shirley Jean Feathers, who preceded him in death 24 years earlier. They had been married Jan. 21, 1967 for 22 years. To pay homage to this union and to celebrate his life, a memorial was held for Eddie Max Feathers on Jan. 21, 2013 at MCC Richmond, 2501 Park Ave., Richmond, Va., 23220. Immediately following, friends and family shared refreshments and memories and the love and support of and for each other. In lieu of flowers, it has been requested that donations be sent to SPCA. Eddie was the son of John Edward Feathers and Cora Feathers Wheeler. He was preceded in death by his sister, Myrtle Widner and survived by his older brother, Fred “Buddy” Feathers. He is also survived by one daughter, Billie Jean Feathers, three stepsons, Franklin, Ronald and Richard Brooks. He had 10 grandchildren, Lindsey and Rebecca Garrett, Michelle, Claire, Jamie and Zachary Brooks, Michael and Emily Brooks, Ian and Christopher Orndorff and four great-grandchildren. He was especially blessed to be so close to his nieces and nephews Gloria Cecil as well, Beverly and Douglas CECIL, Gloria A., of Widner, Debbie Simpson, Pat Henrico, passed away January see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

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situation and without hesitation. He was a man of industriousness, ambition, intelligence and quick wit who loved telling stories, joking and chatting with his family and friends. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, cooking and was a firearm and automobile enthusiast. During his career, he held a variety of positions across the continental United States as well as Canada and Saudi Arabia that primarily involved management and ownership within the wholesale/retail food and freight transportation industries. In accordance with his wishes, no funeral services or ceremonies will be held. The family will receive friends for a remembrance of Jackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, February 1, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee- Davis Road. Gwendolyn Hues HUES, Gwendolyn Ford, 93, left this life to walk with her Lord on January 24, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice W. Hues; and sons, Curtis and Garland â&#x20AC;&#x153;Peanut.â&#x20AC;? She is survived by her son, Clint and his wife, Judy; daughter-in-law, Judy Hues Metheny; daughter, Margaret Godsey and her husband, Tommy; grandchildren, Lisa Garrett, Kevin Hues, Chris Hues and Casey Hues; seven great-grandchildren; and devoted niece and nephew, Judy Satterwhite and Jimmie Garrett. Gwen was a founding member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church and was active in the United Methodist Women. She worked for many, many years as the hairdresser for Woody Funeral Home and then as receptionist and greeter. She was active in many Acca Shrine groups with her husband. Gwen was a happy resident of the Masonic Home of Virginia for many years, and was always eager to join in any activity. She was happiest surrounded by family and friends

and lived life with joy and gusto. She touched many lives and will truly be missed. Her family received visitors January 28 at the Masonic Home Chapel, 500 Masonic Lane, Henrico, Va., with funeral service beginning following. Interment at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Masonic Home of Virginia or Hospice of Virginia. James Jordan JORDAN, James Curtis Jr., 78, of Mineral, Va., passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2013, at Martha Jefferson Hospital. He was the son of the late James C. and Catherine Jordan Sr., a member of Mineral Baptist Church and had worked for Local Union 10 Pipefitters. He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Ann; sons, Calvin Jordan (Danae) of Goochland, Ronald Jordan, of Mechanicsville, James Jordan of Goochland; daughters, Linda Earhart of Richmond, Anita Key (Whitney) of Appomattox, and Bonnie Crigger (Jesse) of Richmond; a stepson, James Hubbard (Nadine) of Glen Allen; a sister, Barbara Willier of Chesterfield; 17 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 25, at Mineral Baptist Church, where a funeral service was held January 26. Burial followed in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Mineral Baptist Church Christine Lowery LOWERY, Christine Heath, 84, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, a much beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, went to be with the Lord Saturday, January 19, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Linwood Lowery; father, George Edward Heath; and mother Louise Jennings Banks. She is survived by her stepmother, Doris Heath; daughters, Deborah Lowery Barker and see OBITUARIES, pg. 24

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schools have not kept pace with increasing technology demands, or more traditional methods of learning. “Students in my class are using a textbook adopted in 2002,”Pace said. “Students in math and science classes have textbooks that are older than two or three

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Henry High School teacher Charmaine Monds. “Now, we’re taking away the one thing we knew we could count on: quality of instruction. There’s a difference between being frugal and being cheap. Please don’t cheapen the system any more than it has been.” Many speakers identified themselves with county

education associations or citizens group like the Friends of Hanover Schools (FHS). Chris Pace, a teacher at Hanover High School, said dealing with budget cuts the past four years has taken a toll, but this fifth year of cuts could be critical. “It will have much more damaging effects such as a perception that Hanover schools aren’t what they used to be, for many reasons,” he said. Pace, a member of FHS, said

SOL update change cycles,” he added. And at Hanover High, Pace said more than 1,300 students have access to 300 computers. “This ratio is unacceptable in the 21st century,” Pace said. “It pales in comparison with other localities such as Henrico.”

Alfreen Goatee, a teacher at the Georgetown School, said the lack of raises is disappointing, but suggested there might be other ways of compensating teachers. She suggested adding days off to the calendar for unused snow days or not being charged a full sick day when attending medical appoint-

ments. “I realize this has been discussed before but times are changing and teachers are tired,” Goatee said. “You need to give in order to get the best performing educators.” The School Board continues work on the budget and plans to consider adoption next month.

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learning. Anthony Whitaker’s fifthgraders and Heather Buffkin’s second-graders had the highest level of student participants and won breakfast with Nutzy the Flying Squirrel and SMART Boards for their teachers. Twelve additional teachers received SMART Boards and are excited to begin using this interactive whiteboard to increase student engagement and learning. Photo submitted by Alicia Todd Information submitted by Alicia Smart Boards were purchased thanks to the success of the Mechanicsville Miler. Shown with Todd, Mechanicsville Elementary them are, from left, Jackson Cray, Trey Walton, Alison Harvey, Hannah Clarke, Kayveon Canada, Logan Johnson and Caroline Rawls. School assistant principal.

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Ashland’s history comes alive on Founders Day Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com On Feb. 19, 1858, the Virginia General Assembly incorporated Ashland as a town. On Saturday, Feb. 16, to observe that historic date, an Ashland Founders Day Celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ashland Museum at 105 Hanover Ave. . Events also are planned in the historic downtown business district. Every year, Founders Day is celebrated the weekend closest to the 19th of February. At 1 p.m., Ashland Mayor Faye O. Prichard will cut the birthday cake and the community is invited to join and partake of cake and hot chocolate.

Ashland, VA,” will be aired at 1:45 p.m. It tells the story of Ashland’s railroad history. Funded by CSX and created by WulfTeam Productions LLC, the documentary also is available for purchase in DVD format in the museum gift shop. Tom Wulf began his career as a television news reporter. Today he is principal with WulfTeam Productions, a video An Ashland staple in the production firm that has probusiness community, Cross duced, among other titles, “A Bros. is shown as it appeared Tale of Two Cities” that details in the 1920s. The 101-yearthe rise and fall of Circuit City. old grocery store will have displays of antique farming It premiered on PBS last year. equipment and groceries, For the documentary, including a tin of pig brains. Wulf interviewed a number of Ashlanders and former The 40-minute documenPhotos courtesy of Betsy Hodges Richmond Fredericksburg & tary, “A Railroad Runs Through Taken after 1901 and looking south along the west side of the tracks are Meyberg’s Sundries at It: The Railroad History of see FOUNDERS, pg. 17 the right, the Post Office, Hughes Drug and Puryear & Napier.

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Hanover County home to one of nation’s elite Dobermans May and has been showing since she was 6 months old. “We got her when she was anover County is 4 months old and we trained home to one of her very quickly and put her the top Doberman in the show ring at 6 months pinschers in the old and her first weekend she country. won two majors, which is very, Technically, the correct way to introduce her is MBIS very hard,” Melinda said. “It takes a long time usually for MBISS GCH Tiburon Ariel dogs to get majors.” Bella Dona. “She went out like a shotMBIS stands for Multi Best in Show, MBISS for Multi Best gun and started winning,” Tommy said. In Specialty Show and GCH Bella recently was the for Grand Champion. seventh-ranked Doberman in However, in the world of show dogs, she’s simply known the country and the fifth best in the Working Group, which as “Bella.” Bella is owned by Tommy includes 28 breeds. Dogs are divided into and Melinda Moyer of seven show groups, with the Montpelier. She turned 2 in

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best in each group vying for the honor of best in show. Within two months, Bella was ranked in the top 20, “because she won pretty much every show she walked into and was beating grand champions and champions that had been showing for two and three years,” Melinda said. Bella went on to win regional competition last October at Massachusetts and finished second nationally to a Doberman named Fifi, who is from Ohio. You can tell when a Doberman is 8 to 10 weeks old if it has the proportionate size to become a show dog and Bella fit the bill, Tommy

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said. he added. “She was proportionate at 8 weeks and she’s a pretty dog,” see DOBERMANS, pg. 21

Jaclyn Bosse, an 8th grade student at Liberty Middle School, has won third place in the “We The Students Essay Challenge” sponsored by the American Constitution Spirit Foundation, the Richmond Constitution Plaque Initiative, the Richmond Times-Dispatch and the Center for the Constitution at Montpelier. The theme,” Why the U.S. Constitution and the U.S. Bill of Rights is Important,” generated more than 140 submissions from six through 12th grade students throughout the metro see LMS, pg. 21

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Potomac Railroad Company employees with stories about growing up in Ashland with the trains. There were a couple of historians, a former president of

It is said that R-MC students learn to love and respect the trains that actually lull them to sleep at night. Other activities for the day include the museum exhibit “From Antebellum Resort to Civil War Town,” Mr. Meyberg’s

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Taken about 1921 and looking south from England Street is Cox’s Department Store. D.B. Cox & Co. is now the location of the Ironhorse Restaurant. Beside Cox’s is Meyberg’s Sundries Store, then Hughes Drug, the U.S. Post Office, and Puryear & Napier grocery store. This stretch of Ashland looks pretty the same today.

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ers serve the public, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also serve each other as brothers and sisters.â&#x20AC;? Franchisee Randy Evans said the equipment is a way to give back to firefighters who do so much for the community. He also said that local fire departments have donated a lot of the firefighting paraphernalia that adorns the walls of Firehouse Subs, which has firehousethemed dĂŠcor. Participants included local firefighters, area Firehouse Subs representatives Mike and Chris Pietrzyk and Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation development manager Meghan Bender. The Foundation was created in 2005 with the mission

of providing funding, life-saving equipment and educational opportunities to first-responders and public safety entities. Through the nonprofit 501(c)(3), Firehouse Subs has given $5.7 million to hometown heroes in 36 states and Puerto Rico, including more than $293,100 in Virginia. Pietrzyk said a lot of that money comes directly from generous customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; pockets. Local fundraising initiatives include recycling leftover fivegallon pickle buckets, which are sold to guests for $2. Donation canisters on register counters explain the nonprofitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission and collect spare change, while the Round see FIRE/EMS, pg. 19

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This begs the question “Why does a hunter have the right to drop off a dog box full of hounds on unfenced property if it is impossible to contain the dogs on either property owned by the hunter or for which he has permission to hunt?” From the AKC (American Kennel Club) description of the hound class: “Some use acute scenting powers to follow a trail. Others demonstrate a phenomenal gift of stamina as they relentlessly run down quarry.” Hounds are not retrievers, eager to bring in a felled duck or pheasant to their master. A hound will surely cross a boundary somewhere in that relentless pursuit and end up where he should not.

As a child, my mother would say of hounds “If you don’t feed it, it will go away.” Unfortunately, some dogs take it upon themselves to rustle up a meal from my chicken coop, which I do not appreciate as it leaves me with a great deal of blood and feathers to clean up. I question whether the rights of hunters should supersede the property rights of those who have not given authorization for their lands to be hunted, by hunters human or canine. While it may not be trespass to retrieve one’s dog from another’s property, it is still an imposition to the property owner especially when damage is involved. The thrill of the hunt can be just as easily achieved by man drives, simultaneously

observing the posted property boundaries and avoiding the risk of the loss of a family pet. Still hunting, whether from the ground or a tree stand, affords a hunter another way to enjoy the sport. While I am sorry for the loss of Wright’s dog, perhaps it is time to retire the use of hunting hounds from the deer season. Erica Lawler Mechanicsville

Benghazi and odd priorities While it may be humorous to hear the joke circulating regarding Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s “Immaculate Concussion,” the dreadful fact is four Americans lost their

lives, and it was perhaps preventable. Recent hearings have produced a rehashing of information we have known for months now. What struck me, however, as terribly misleading and intended to shift responsibility was the comments on how the Republican-controlled House had cut funding of the State Department Foreign Security. Admissions soon followed that the Secretary has the authority to shift funds where needed. In a report from the Heritage Foundation given at one of the recent King William TEA Party meetings citing unnecessary government spending was this following jewel.

In 2012 the State Department began a Diplomatic Culinary Partnership program. Over 80 American chefs have been inducted into the American Chefs Corps and will support the State Department by preparing food for visiting officials and travelling around the world to engage in “ culinary diplomacy” — directly quoted from the Heritage Foundation’s report. Sixteen trillion dollars in debt, foreign diplomats without adequate security provisions, and we are starting a Diplomatic Culinary Partnership program in 2012. Folks, the inmates are running the asylum. Bob Shannon King William

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Top show dogs sell anywhere from $2,800 to $4,000, with some fetching as much as $5,000, Tommy said, adding that there’s no guarantee that even the most expensive dogs will become champions. Bella continues to do well – she has beaten some 6,000 dogs – and she has been rewarded by being selected as the featured dog for the month of October in the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation’s 2013 calendar. Bella also was selected to be the featured dog for June in the Doberman Pinscher 2013 calendar and was on the cover of the July/August edition of The Doberman Digest this year, Melinda added. Bella’s handler is Esteban Farias of Raleigh, N.C. “Esteban’s one of the top handlers in the country for Dobermans,” Melinda said. “[Bella] lives with him when she’s traveling. If there’s a

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weekend she’s off, we try to go down and get her and bring her home.” To become a champion, a show dog must have correct confirmation and also be able to move well, which are things you can’t teach, Tommy said. “Bella just happens to have everything,” Melinda added. “She not only is built correctly and moves correctly, but she loves showing and she gets in this show ring and she completely turns it on.” Farias’ goal for Bella next year is to have her ranked as the No. 1 Doberman in the country, Melinda said. “From day one he told us, ‘This is going to be a special dog,’ ” Tommy added. Bella is scheduled to compete in the Westminster Kennel

Club Dog Show in February at Madison Square Garden in New York. “That’s what everybody considers the Super Bowl,” Moyer said. “Westminster’s the biggest. They come from all over the world.” The Moyers say they are grateful for the opportunity to have Bella. “Some people try a whole lifetime to get a dog like Bella and some people never get it,” Melinda said. “We got very fortunate and got it with our first show dog . . . and she’s taken us on quite a ride we would have never thought we would have done.” Tommy agreed. “She’s just done nothing but fly upwards and it’s just been great,” he said. Fans can follow Bella on Facebook at Bella The Doberman.

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Jason E. Carey. Christine was a woman of southern grace and dignity and a joy to those who knew her. After her family, her great loves in life were reading, cooking, and working crossword puzzles. She held leadership roles in U.D.C., D.A.R. and Holly Ridge Christian Church

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nine great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were January 26, in the Marks-Bristow Funeral Home, Tappahannock. Interment will follow in Rappahannock Christian Church Cemetery. The family received friends January 25 at the funeral home. Edna Parker PARKER, Edna Hitha, 80, of Mechanicsville, departed this life January 20, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pauline and Neal Lambert. She leaves to cherish her loving memory five daughters, Kim Harris (Ronald), Camilla Parker Sonja Quintana (Quincy), Lorraine Street and Wanda Young; two sons, Wayne Neal Morris and Lawrence Parker Jr.; a host of grandchildren and great-grands; daughter-in-law, Debrah Morris; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing were held January 25. Funeral service was January 26 at Cold Harbor Church of Christ, 6856 Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville, Va. Tyler Young officiated. Interment private.

Mary Newsome NEWSOME, Mary Lucille â&#x20AC;&#x153;Peaches,â&#x20AC;? 91, of Tappahannock, passed away at the home of her daughter on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. She was the widow of Kenneth Lawrence Newsome. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Peachesâ&#x20AC;? was a member of Rappahannock Christian Church, the XYZ Club and the Tappahannock Moose Lodge. She is survived by two daughters, Thetis B. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tinaâ&#x20AC;? Tomanovits of Mechanicsville, and Patricia Faye Truslow and her husband, Kenneth, of King George; one sister, Elsie Hale, of Callao; her special friend, Marvin Johnson, of King William; four grandchildren, Karen Truslow, Jeff Truslow, Barbara Schneider Maria Tomanovits Wagner and SCHNEIDER, Barbara Tammy Tomanovits Farr and Harding, 77, of Mechanicsville, their father, John Tomanovits; Virginia, died on January 19,

2013, after a long, courageous fight with Myelodysplastic Syndrome and Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Disease. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Lloyd and Doris Harding; and a sister, Betty Corrada; stepmother, Lois Harding; and a stepbrother, Robert Harding. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Bobby Schneider; one son, Glenn (Sidney) Schneider; one daughter, Diane (Wally) Fleming, all of Mechanicsville; three grandchildren, Ben Nelson, Jacksonville, Fla., Susan (Shaun) McCarthy, Glen Allen, Robert Fleming, Mechanicsville; two great-grandchildren, Rieley and Cohen McCarthy; one sister, Lois (Ralph) Kirk, Mechanicsville; and a host of friends and family. She loved her grandchildren and really enjoyed spending time with her great-grandchildren. Barbara never met a stranger and always had a smile and laugh during her illness. Visitation was held January 22 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Family and friends attended a Celebration of Life on January 23 at Mechanicsville Baptist Church. Interment followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association , Hanover Adult Day Care Center, or a charity of your choice . see OBITUARIES, pg. 26

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The Hanover Pound at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland has these two dogs for adoption. “Jackson” is 1-year-old white and brown hound. He is full of energy, loves everyone and other dogs. He is very friendly and has so much love to give. He is looking for someone to run and play with. He has been at the Pound since October. He is up-to-date on all his shots and has been neutered. He is heartworm (negative). “Jethro” is a 5-year-old brown and white hound. He is a sweet boy, who loves people and other dogs. He is waiting to be that loyal friend to that special person. He has been at the Pound since October. He is up-to-date on all his shots and has been neutered. He is heartworm (negative). For more information on adopting Jackson or Jethro, 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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Dale Smith the Lord on Thursday, January 17, SMITH, Dale Richard, 60, of 2013. He is survived by his wife, Mechanicsville, went to be with Susan; his two daughters, Nicole and Jennifer; son-in-law, Jason; four grandchildren; and parents, Richard and Elizabeth. A Mass of Christian Burial was held January 22 at St. Michaels Roman Catholic Church, 4491 Springfield Road, Glen Allen, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

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Sweat. She is survived by her two sons and their wives, Randy and Shiela and Rusty and Melissa; two loving grandchildren, Shane and Lacey Anne. she is also survived by her sister, Marie Dixon Taylor (Carson), of Lexington, Va.; sisters in law, Berta Dixon, Marie Sweat, Louise Sweat; brother-inlaw, Eugene Sweat (Janet) and numerous nieces and nephews. A special thank you to her good friends, Barbara Fletcher and Mary Rose. Ann was a long-time member of Cool Spring Baptist Church and asks that memorial donations be made to the Cool Spring Baptist Church Building Fund, in lieu of flowers. The family will received friends Jan. 22 at the Mechanicsville Chapel

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on January 26 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church off Nuckols Road. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Stroke Awareness at www.stroke.org. Condolences may be left at woodyfuneralhomeparham.com. Linda E. Trucchi Linda E. (Angus) Trucchi, 65, formerly of Mechanicsville, who recently relocated to Uxbridge, MA with her beloved husband and soul mate of 26 years, Steven E. Trucchi, passed away Thursday night, January 17, 2013, with loved ones by her side. She courageously, and gracefully, fought a 13 month battle with pancreatic cancer. She & Steve celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary on Dec. 6, 2012. Linda was born to Gloria J. (Angus) Strycharz and the late Hubert S. Angus, Dec. 8, 1947, in Attleboro, MA . She graduated from Pawtucket West High School, Pawtucket, RI in 1965, she attended Bryant College, Lincoln, RI and graduated with her BA in Anthropology with a minor in History from The College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA, in 2012. In 1968, Linda went to New York to join National Airlines working as a ticket agent. She lived on Long Island where she was able to experience her lifelong love affair with the beach. She soon found her way to Florida, and lived in Fort Lauderdale for 6 years. In 1979 she moved back to New England, to be near her family. In the 80s Linda led her own business as a computer consultant, helping to train staff with new computer systems and software. In Virginia, Linda made a new life for herself, including hobbies, friends, and church work. It was during this time that Linda chose to return to college and pursue her passion for anthropology, archaeology, and history. She went on archaeological digs, and volunteered at the historic Hanover Tavern. She was working on a Civil see OBITUARIES, pg. 34

CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings FAlzheimer’s support group kicks off with the first of three educational sessions on living with/caring for Alzheimer’s patients “Living with Alzheimer’s: What You Need to Know.” Open to the community, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Shalom Baptist Church, 1 mi. East of Lee-Davis HS on Rte. 360. Call Grace 746-7737 for information. FFinancial Peace. 9-week DVD series from nationally known financial authority and radio host Dave Ramsay. Learn practical steps to get out and stay out of debt, pay off your mortgage earlier, nad even save for longrange goals. Sessions at 6:30 at Shalom Baptist, 1 mi. East of Lee-Davis HS on Rte. 360. Contact Mark at 746-7737 for information.

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is a “no drop off zone”. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 730-3676 for more information visit at www. atleechurch.org.

Saturday, Feb. 2 FMechanicsville Community Salt Fish breakfast is from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Enon United Methodist Church, 6156 Studley Road. $5 for adults (including fish $7) Children 12 and under $2.50. Family limit is $14. profits go to the Heart Havens Fund. For more information or for reservations call 746-4719 or 730-4956 FAmerican Legion Post 175 blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on at the post located at 8700 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. To schedule an appointment call Mickey Jennings at 874-9773. Walk-ins welcome.

FThe Studley Ruritan Club’s famous “Super Bowl Chili” will be available for pick up at the Studley Store/Post Office (on the corner of Studley Rd. & Williamsville Rd.) between 9 and 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2. Order early before it sells out, and stock up your freezer for the cold winter ahead. The price is $7./Quart. Proceeds go to benefit the community. Call Ronnie Gooch at 730-9786, Douglas Newcomb at 730-0570, or any FAA/Alnon meeting begins at Studley Ruritan Member 8 p.m. at New Bethesda Baptist Church, 9019 New Bethesda FThe Doswell Volunteer Fire Company Brunswick Stew Road, Mechanicsville. Sale Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 16243 Washington Friday, Feb. 1 FKIDSTUF. Kidstuf is a fun 45- Hwy., Doswell. Pre orders, by minute production where kids phone, are available. Order bring their parents to learn. It is early. Cost is $7. per quart. free and there will be a variety of For more information call activities to enjoy before Kidstuf 876-3880. Fundraisers will beginning at 6:30 p.m. at 7171 typically help with costs for Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville. The volunteer training, small Kidstuf theatre opens at 7:15 equipment or supplies and PM for the production. Kidstuf operating needs. FThe Arthritis Foundation is offering Tai Chi classes at Covenant Woods in Mechanicsville from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Easy to learn, gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance, and well-being. Suitable for every fitness level. Cost is $48 for the series or $10 drop-in. Contact Jo Ann Widner RN for more information or to register at 370-3906.

FHanover Master Gardeners Association offers a free series of 10 classes that orient the home gardener to sound horticultural and environmental practices. Topic today Behold the Beauty: Flowers. Taught by Hanover Master Gardeners from 9 to 11 a.m. If you would like to sign up for any of these classes, or want more information, call Pattie Bland at the Hanover County Extension Office at 752-4310 or e-mail pbland52@vt.edu.

Soul. Please bring a friend and join us for a time of fun, food, and fellowship.

FMechanicsville Tea Party meeting, begins at 7 p.m. at 8700 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. We will present the video program “America, The Story Of Us”. It focuses on the people, ideas and events that built our nation. Thursday night’s program will highlight the Revolutionary War that birthed the USA. For more information on this free event visit www. Wednesday, Feb. 6 FFinancial Peace. 9-week DVD mechanicsvilleteaparty.com or series from nationally known call 804-513-5766. financial authority and radio host Dave Ramsay. Learn practi- Saturday, Feb. 9 cal steps to get out and stay out F All You Can Eat Benefit of debt, pay off your mortgage Breakfast from 6:45 to 8:45 earlier, and even save for long- a.m. at the Clubhouse at 14023 range goals. Sessions at 6:30 Independence Road in Ashland. at Shalom Baptist, 1 mi. East Hot eggs, bacon, corn bread, of Lee-Davis HS on Rte. 360. salt herring fillets, spiced apples, Contact Mark at 746-7737 for grits and more served up by information. Les Wright, Jimmy Thayer and the Independence Ruritan Club FThe Edmund Ruffin SCV Camp’s next meeting begins at 7p.m. The SCV is an international historical organization dedicated to the preservation of the honor of the American Confederate Veteran. The SCV will assist in tracing your ancestor’s Confederate service as well help put together a period-limited family tree linking you to your ancestor. The featured speaker for the February meeting will be Jamie Radtke, former Tea Party candidate for the U.S. Senate. For more information please contact rader.james2@ aol.com, call 804-874-5336, or visit www.fireeatersscv.org.

Tickets are $8. with all proceeds benefiting Hanover Arc for children and adults with developmental disabilities. For more information call 798-2400.

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FFrog Level Volunteer Fire Department Chili Sale Call 338-8697 to preorder then drive through from 2 to 4 p.m. to pick up your Chili.

FValentine Day’s Dance on from 6:30-9 p.m. at Bethel United Methodist Church, 17380 Dawn Boulevard, Hanover, 23069 (Route 30). The cost is a free will donation to benefit Stop Hunger Now. For more information call the church office at 994-5344.

FPamunkey River Garden Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. at Shady Grove United Methodist Church, in Rooms 111-113. 8209 Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville, VA. The Program will be “The Honeybee in your Garden” power point presentation by Kim Singhas. Come learn how helpful the bees are in your garden. All are welcome. For more information call Susan

FHanover Master Gardeners Association free series of 10 classes that orient the home gardener to sound horticultural and environmental practices. Topic today is Turf Battles: Lawn and Turf Strategies. Taught by Hanover Master Gardeners from 9 to 11 a.m. Sign up for any of these classes, or more information, call Pattie Bland at the Hanover County Extension Office 752-4310.

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Thursday, Feb. 7 FSalem Presbyterian Church (Studley Rd.) will host it’s monthly Sing-A-Long at 10 a. m. February is Valentine month so we will be singing hymns and songs about love. Hymn of the month is “Jesus, Lover of My

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Changes coming to GED test in 2014 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Effective Jan. 1, 2014, changes to the GED (General Educational Development) test will go into effect. According to Hanover Adult Education Programs, the new criteria means that those who have passed partial tests will need to retake all tests. Prices will increase from $58 to $120 for the GED test.

No pencil paper tests will be given. All tests will be taken on a computer. Test questions will be more rigorous than the current GED test. The deadline to pass the current GED test is December 2013. Hanover Adult Education Programs can provide the instructional support needed to pass the GED test.

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in Hanover County,” she said. “That’s why I’m here today to say as a resident of Hanover County that I’m willing to see my real estate taxes rise in order to see positions restored in education, and jobs restored in other parts of our county government as well.” She also expressed disappointment over the supervisors’ elimination of the county’s cash proffer program. “The consequences were not fully researched before the action was taken.” Students talked about aging computers that utilize Microsoft 2003 as an operating system, and a lack of technology that makes it hard to compete with students from neighboring localities. Hanover High senior Daniel Chin said the aging technology is not preparing students for future challenges. “To use 2003 Microsoft Office as a teaching program at the high school level in this time and age works against your goal of providing competitive students and scholars to pursue higher education,” Chin said. Parents told supervisors that their graduated children entered college unprepared for the rigors of college classes. Debbie Ireland’s daughter graduated from Hanover High School and entered Mary Washington University. “If you think we are not seeing an impact of the budget cuts that have already hap-

Adult education classes are affordable. Testing touches are available for adults in the Race-toGED. Flexible schedules are designed for all adults. Satellite sites have been established to provide convenient locations. Qualified teachers will provide the instruction for the classes. pened enacted, you are wrong,” Ireland said. “My daughter was a Hanover Scholar, one of the managing editors for her school newspaper . . . and carried a 4.25 GPA [grade point average] at graduation and received the 12th grade English award.” Ireland said her daughter immediately ran into problems in her first semester. “After her first semester, she said to me, ‘Hanover did not prepare me’,” Ireland told the supervisors. “My newspaper editor, my 12th grade English award-winning daughter with IB English spent hours in the writing lab at Mary Washington because she found she was struggling with note-taking and how to write a proper essay.” The supervisors were told repeatedly that the previous four years of cuts resulted in lasting impacts on the system, and this fifth year could provide a meaningful blow to the school district’s status and reputation. Some said that could result in decreased property values in the county, as the school system has served as a magnet for many families who moved to the county. The supervisors also had supporters, numbering two, in the long line of speakers, who commended the memberss for their stewardship of taxpayer’ money and their hesitancy to raise taxes. Scott Dailey, a citizen from the South Anna District, said he didn’t attend the meeting with the intention of speaking. “After hearing so many peo-

“Power” math and writing classes are available for additional instruction. All classes are tailored to individual needs and learning styles. Free GED practice tests are conducted from 9 a.m. to noon every Friday at The Georgetown School at 10000 Learning Lane in Mechanicsville. To reserve a seat, call 804723-3460. ple talk about raising revenue and coming up with funding, it struck me that what they’re talking about is raising taxes,” Dailey said. “What’s funding to them is taxes to me. For every person that spoke out for more money tonight, you have 10,000 property owners out there who aren’t here tonight that don’t want their taxes raised.” Dailey said the reduction only amounts to about 2 percent of last year’s budget. And, at a time when private businesses are making far larger reductions, it’s not too much to ask the school system to pitch in. “I don’t think asking our teachers and our education system to tighten its belt a little bit to help us get through this economic uncertainty we’re going through is unreasonable,” Dailey said. He thanked the supervisors for pursuing sound financial policy and not raising taxes.

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Mechanicsville Rotary Club President Kim Wills, standing, welcomed a table full of Rotary dignitaries Saturday night. They included, from left, past president Karlis Graubics and his wife Beverly, District Gov. Walter â&#x20AC;&#x153;Capâ&#x20AC;? Neilson of Williamsburg and his wife Linde, Boo Elmore Rice and Assistant District Gov. Warren Rice, a member of the Hanover Rotary Club.

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al Mechanicsville Christmas Parade, partnering with the Hanover County Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office to provide Thanksgiving baskets for the needy, giving Teacher of the Year awards, and other local service projects. Members gather at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday for a breakfast meeting at the Cold Harbor Restaurant. President Kim Wills, who has been a member five years, told the crowd that she is not

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This year’s school budget deliberations are an evolving process. On Thursday, the Hanover County School Board took another step in that journey with a workshop session that, among other items, addressed concerns voiced in a public hearing held two days before. In an effort to slash more than a $5 million shortfall, Jamelle Wilson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, presented a budget earlier this month that cut positions and initiated an eightblock schedule in high schools, forcing teachers to teach six classes versus the current five. That plan seems less certain after Thursday’s workshop, although some version of it will probably remain in the final document. School Board vice chair Glenn Millican, who represents the Mechanicsville District, said he heard the comments of teachers at recent town hall meetings and public hearings, and said a one size fits all solution will not work for some teachers. “That’s what lit a fire under me,” Millican said. “This is not

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Hanover County School Board Mechanicsville District representative Glenn Millican, right, said the proposed eight-block schedule is not a “one size fits all” proposition. Beaverdam representative John Axselle is shown on the left.

an either/or situation when it comes to teaching schedules. I’m just trying to start the conversation on some areas of concern for me.” Millican suggested that the new eight-block system might work for some teachers, but not others. Teachers who supervise advanced placement or International Baccalaureate classes would continue to teach five classes. Millican said much of the concern he’s heard regarding the new program have centered around advanced classes, including IB, AP and stem courses.

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“I just don’t necessarily feel that there is a one size fits all for every course and every teacher,” Millican said. “I think a universal fit is guaranteed to fit nothing.” Millican also suggested adding four high school teaching positions in the math, science and engineering areas. Wilson said the cost of retaining all 16 positions, including the 12 cut in her budget proposal would amount to almost $1 million. Chickahominy representative Robert Hundley pointed out that adding those positions and keeping some teachers on the seven-block schedule would cost additional money in the budget. “There is a certain amount of value associated with the 6 for 8 decision,” Hundley said. “If, for whatever reason, we decide we don’t want to go in that direction, that amount of reduction to the budget will still be required.” The School Board also discussed the system’s technology resources after many speakers at an earlier public hearing comsee SCHEDULE, pg. 31

plained about outdated operating systems and computers. Millican suggested removing $1 million from next year’s bus replacement budget for technology. He said that’s only a start and the Hanover County Board of Supervisors should provide additional funds for technology

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Mechanicsville Rotary Club President Kim Wills and founding president Sam Wright hold a commendation from the Virginia House of Delegates celebrating their club’s 20th anniversary.

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ing Rotarians point out how much fun Mechanicsville members have. “They want to give you a reason to come back next week.” Wright, who accepted a commendation from the Virginia House of Delegates congratulating the local Rotary chapter on its milestone anniversary, has lived in the Tidewater area for more than a decade. He told the group, “My closest friends are in this room. And they’ll always be my friends.” Charter member Karlis Graubics, who later went on to be a district governor for Rotary, recounted his trip to Mt. Everest in Nepal. He won the honor after raising $62,000

for polio eradication efforts, a focus of Rotary clubs around the world. He also pointed to the leadership of Rotarians who came before him as key to his development as a Rotary leader. Those Rotarians, he added, instilled in him the principles of the club’s “Four-Way Test,” a mantra of sorts for Rotarians. Developed in the Depression-era as a simple formula for turning around a failing business, the test has become a way of life for club members. It consists only of four questions: “Is it the truth?” “Is it fair to all concerned?” “Will it build goodwill and better friendships?” “Is it beneficial to all concerned?” Graubics also noted that the Mechanicsville chapter has the

tion to the problem. “If the child can’t get to school, the technology won’t do much good,” he said. Ashland representative Hank Lowry said he recently visited the bus garage and found that county buses average about 67,000 miles and have a life expectancy of 250,000 miles, so there is some leeway. School Board members opened a discussion on high

school athletics that included pay for participation, grade point average requirements for athletes and the current request from area lacrosse clubs to gain VHSL (Virginia High School League) designation as a schoolsponsored sport. Wilson said coaches’ stipends that amounted to about 830,000 last year in middle and high schools are the main cost of athletics.

distinction of having come in first place for per capita giving among Rotary clubs. David Walton, the incoming president, said he’s only been in Rotary a few years, but has formed very close relationships in the process. “I really do see a bright future with our club,” Walton said. The Mechanicsville Rotary club is part of an international organization of service clubs founded in Chicago in 1905. Visitors are welcome at meetings, but must be invited to become members. For more information on Rotary, contact Kim Wills at

804-814-2433 or visit www. mechanicsvillerotary.org.

Uniforms and operating costs are covered by individual school accounts prioritized by each principal, booster clubs and admission fees. Football covers much of the costs for other sports. The School Board agreed to

continue that discussion when more information was received on actual costs of each sport. No final decision on lacrosse was reached either, but the general consensus was any action would not affect the already scheduled 2013 season.

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