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By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local While the informationgathering phase of this year’s school budget process appears to be nearing an end, few final decisions have been verified, and consensus is still lacking on several key issues. The Hanover County School Board took another step in the process of finalizing a comJim Ridolphi for The Local Superintendent Jamelle Wilson pleted document Thursday in a workshop session. provided more information as the School Board considers Superintendent Jamelle the 2013-2014 budget.

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Eleven Atlee High School students and five Chickahominy Middle School students participated in the Central Regional Jr. Orchestra Concert on Saturday, Feb. 9. They auditioned in early January and were selected from hundreds of auditionees from the Metro Richmond area, including students from Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, Richmond City and the Indepedent schools. The Atlee-Chickahominy group includes, from left, Melissa Jones, teacher, with students Marissa Spagnolo, Logan Ransom, Kim-Marie Jacobs, Beau Rowland, Mary Taylor, Noa Dehaseth, Taylor Davis, Rachel Mulvin, Rachel Nielsen, Emily Wandling, Hannah Craft, Kasey Martin, Emmy Dunnavant, Megan Taylor, Courtney Beck and Taylor Harris.

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Higher taxes among ideas shared in public forum on school budget

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By Jodi Deal jdeal@mechlocal.com A few blocks away, the Hanover County School Board continued budget talks in a

workshop session as a group known as Friends of Hanover Schools hosted a public forum on Hanover County Public Schools’ 2013-2014 budget proposal.

In January, Jamelle Wilson, superintendent of schools, proposed a budget of $188.7 million for next year. She is scheduled to present her proposal to

the Hanover County Board of Supervisors on March 13. The School Board was scheduled to meet in regular session on Tuesday, Feb. 12, fol-

lowed by another budget work- at 6 p.m. Those meetings are shop at 6 p.m. on Thursday, held at the Central Office at 200 Feb. 14. On Tuesday, Feb. 19, Berkley St. in Ashland. another budget workshop and As for the Friends of the adoption will get underway see FORUM, pg. 4

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Piacentini named Fellow by Virginia Law Foundation Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

onald W. Piacentini has been selected as a Fellow of the Virginia Law Foundation. The exclusive honor is conferred on Virginia lawyers and retired jurists of integrity and character who are outstanding in their profession and in their communities. On Jan. 24, Piacentini and 18 other inductees were honored as the 2013 Virginia Law Foundation Class of Fellows at its ceremony in Williamsburg, held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting of the Virginia Bar Association. The Virginia Law Foundation created the Fellows of the Virginia Law Foundation to encourage and recognize excellence in the practice of law and public service. Fellows must: (1) be an active or associate member of the Virginia State Bar for at least 10 years; (2) be a resident of Virginia; (3) be a person of integrity and character; (4) have maintained and upheld the highest standards of the profession; (5) be outstanding in the community; and (6) be distinguished in the practice of law. The current membership of the Fellows of the Virginia Law Foundation totals 431,

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Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident at a location on Battle Hill Drive. Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Whiskey Hill Lane.

Suspect obtained items fraudulently at a location on Chamberlayne Road. Suspects were found in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

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Suspect stole items from a location on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Winding Hills Road.

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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor

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We can’t put the cart before the funding horse

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Officials — elected or appointed — realize when they assume those responsibilities that their lives will be changed. Gone are the days of a quiet family dinner or a leisurely Saturday afternoon. Commitments, commitments, commitments take control. These days, our county leaders find themselves crunching numbers, looking ahead, and preparing for final budget decisions. In the meantime, however, some residents are, as the old saying goes, putting the cart before the horse. In recent conversations with some members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, it was learned that some fellow citizens have an expectation of a definitive answer to the budget proposal for Hanover County Public Schools. The supervisors have been receptive to their constituents, in their district and outside those boundaries because they do, in fact, serve county-wide. The reality, however, is that they are not at liberty to jump up and say we are or we’re not going to approve Dr. Jamelle Wilson’s proposed 2013-2014 budget. You know why? They have not received it. At this writing, the Hanover County School Board hasn’t even taken action on her budget plan. That is coming on Tuesday, Feb. 19. So, while the community’s input is certainly encouraged by both governmental bodies, work sessions are still underway in preparation for next Tuesday’s adoption by the School Board. And Dr. Wilson is scheduled to appear before the supervisors on Wednesday, March 13. It’s been said before and it will be said again. This writer does not believe for one second that anyone involved in this process takes it lightly. No one wants to see jobs lost, services removed, or fees added. The Local has seen an increase in school-related letters to the editor. You know you are always welcome to offer your opinions on whatever is on your mind. Some readers must be reminded, however, that these are the opinions of those letter-writers. The word opinion is the key. We all have them and this newspaper absolutely supports your right to expression. As for budgets, only time will tell. And the time is coming. Melody Kinser

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age of enrollment as a key indicator of school quality at the secondary level. Hanover in comparison to neighboring school divisions is among the top. There are similarities between owning a vehicle and Don’t just take my word for it. Go read it for yourself owning a firearm. — it’s all right there before your very eyes. In certain situations, both can be a lethal weapon. LaToya Brown Vehicle owners are required to commit time to a trainMechanicsville ing program and show proof of having liability insurance before they can drive a vehicle legally. Why can’t the same training and insurance standards be required for owners of firearms? Marshall Johnson Mechanicsville As the parent of two small children, the oldest of whom will be attending Cool Springs Elementary this fall, I share the concerns expressed in nearly every page of The Local that any further diminution of education funding will have a direct and negative impact on the quality of our schools. Seemingly absent from those same pages, however, There have been many letters and articles written is any appreciation of the reality that growing numbers recently about the negative impact that continuing budget of Hanover County taxpayers are at the breaking point. restraints are having on local school systems. One which For the past several years, more and more residents have has been featured is the supposed decrepit teaching and watched their net worth shrink and their employment learning environment in Hanover County Public Schools. prospects darken, and now 2013 has been ushered in with Considering the high quality of education my children the stinging realities of higher rates of federal taxation and are receiving, I found that hard to believe, so I person- increased healthcare premiums. ally took the time to go to the Virginia Department of To many, the well has simply begun to run dry. The Education website and the facts on student achievement needs of our schools may indeed all be genuine, but that couldn’t be further from the negative allegation. does not make our means any less strained. Data for all school divisions can be found and Hanover, For the sake of argument, accept the contention that the in particular, has continued to achieve in student outcomes Hanover County school system has been pared down to at a high level both statewide and regionally. the absolute bone, and that not another nickel of efficiency I urge all Hanoverians to not be fooled by a very small or luxury can be further extracted. squeaky group that is spreading misinformation about the In return, I would simply ask those demanding that state of our wonderful Hanover County Public Schools. school funding be increased to kindly stop pushing their I am very proud to say that Hanover schools are an see LETTERS, pg. 8 outstanding example of education excellence even in these ongoing dismal fiscal times. I strongly encourage the readers to search the Department of Education site to review the latest reports, report cards on school systems and other testing data and draw their own conclusions. I feel certain they will come The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of away realizing the “sky is not falling.” interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to It has been alleged that the advanced programs in edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be Hanover County Public Schools will suffer if any changes published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers are made to teaching assignments such as the six of eight and not The Mechanicsville Local. proposals. I learned that the IB (International Baccalaureate) Send letters to: program in Hanover, according to 2011-2012 data, had The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, 525 enrolled for an 8.72 percent of the eligible school Mechanicsville, VA 23111 population. Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com The state defines advanced programs and the percent-

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Retirement and insurance costs for the schools, Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office and Fire/EMS alone constituted about a $1.75 million increase in cost, she added, noting that is out of everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s control. She welcomed feedback and participation, but also reminded citizens of each player in local governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in the process. Supervisors do have final approval of the budget, but canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t call for specific purchases, cuts or policies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are actually prohibited by law from making specific expenditures and decrees,â&#x20AC;? KellyWiecek said, explaining that supervisors approve the school districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget in seven general categories, not by line item. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People say, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Why donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you just raise the taxes?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I think we need to be careful that we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t say. We have a $5.4 million shortfall, so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll raise the taxes 5 cents. What about next year when thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a $7 mil shortfall? Do we raise it 7 cents?â&#x20AC;? she asked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

where most people want to go with that. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think we want to be known as a county of excess. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your money. Where do you want it to go?â&#x20AC;? Beaverdam District supervisor Aubrey â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buckyâ&#x20AC;? Stanley noted that local elected officials shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get all the heat. He urged citizens to reach out to legislators as well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The state comes up with some great ideas, and they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fund it,â&#x20AC;? Stanley said. That leaves the cost on the locality. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fund it itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s real hard to do.â&#x20AC;? Treasurer Scott Miller offered perspective on calls to come out for the public hearing on the county budget, which is scheduled for April. As the budget process, which begins in September, progresses, more and more concepts and numbers solidify, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By the time you get to a public hearing, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to be heard, but some things are set in concrete,â&#x20AC;? Miller said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The next three weeks are key â&#x20AC;&#x201C; more key than whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to happen at that public hearing.â&#x20AC;?

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using the figures Mr. Philips reported. Somewhere there may be a kernel of truth, but the intent is to use scare tactics on Hanover’s parents, teachers, students, homeowners and taxpayers that something’s terribly wrong. This is not supported by factual statistics from the Virginia Department of Education or County records that I checked. So, what’s the real motive of this small group that thinks only “they” have the answers? I cannot understand this divisive approach. Creating discontent does not help us work together to meet the needs of our students. Remember the glory days of flush coffers? Dr. Stewart Roberson [former superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools] was proud of our ability to do more with less. This has been our guiding principle in education funding and has served us well as we have extraordinary achievement. This philosophy of doing more with less has prepared Hanover for dealing with this unusually long downturn in the economy that does not seem to be getting better in any way. It seems to me that any concerns about operations needs to be reviewed as a management question and not a question of

Proffers and funds question I am confused. A fw weeks ago a big write-up was done extolling the virutes of eliminating proffers. I do not know how proffers affect me individually, however, I thought that they were payments to offset the cost of infrastructure required for new constructon of homes. I guess the thought is that additional homes require additional utilities and therefore this is to help offset that cost. Would proffer funds also be used for school expenses? Now that these revenue funds have been elimimnated, is that why there are “insufficient funds” for schools and potential elimination of teachers. Makes a lot of sense to me. Who would want to move into a new home if there isn’t a see LETTERS, pg. 17

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enny Kusnerik, a kindergarten paraprofessional at Pole Green Elementary School, recently was honored as the 2012 Hanover County Public Schools Support Employee of the Year during a celebration at the Wyndham Virginia Crossings Hotel and Conference Center. Kusnerik, also known as Mrs. K. or Jenny K., has been a part of the Pole Green School community since the school opened in 2000. She was initially involved as a parent and substitute teacher before becoming a kindergarten aide at the school. “Her love and commitment to the students, school and community are evident in her daily enthusiasm,” Rhonda Epling, Pole Green Elementary School principal, said. She has served as a Reading

Olympics Coach for seven years and has been involved as an Odyssey of the Mind Coach for four years at the school. Kusnerik was one of 26 honorees at the Superintendent’s Business Advisory Committee 12th Annual Support Employee of the Year Celebration. The nominees were recognized for their numerous contributions to the students, staff and parents of Hanover County Public Schools. The celebration was designed as a way to honor support employees whose contributions support and enhance the instructional programs within the school district. The following Hanover County Public School employees were chosen by their individual schools or departments

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The Superintendent’s Business Advisory Committee recently honored 26 Hanover County Public Schools’ support employees at the Wyndham Virginia Crossings Hotel and Conference Center. Jenny Kusnerik, a kindergarten paraprofessional at Pole Green Elementary School was recognized as the 2012 Support Employee of the Year.

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Battlefield Park Elementary School; Beth Parrish, food services manager, Beaverdam Elementary School; Deborah Hill, administrative assistant, Central Services; Susan Wawrzyniak, instructional assistant-special education, Chickahominy Middle School; Tom Henderson, custodian, Cold Harbor Elementary School; Cindy Foley, technical systems operator, Cold Harbor Elementary School; Cathy Carmichael, instructional assistant-special education, Elmont Elementary School; Diane Colquitt, technical systems operator, Hanover High School; Janice Murphey, administrative assistant, Henry Clay Elementary School; Gail Samuels, instructional assistant-special education, John

M. Gandy Elementary School; Roz Popielski, instructional assistant-kindergarten, Kersey Creek Elementary School; Carole West, instructional assistant-kindergarten, Laurel Meadow Elementary School; Mary Bird, technical systems operator, Lee-Davis High School; Carol Tarkington, administrative assistant, Liberty Middle School; Robin Church, instructional assistant-Hanover Preschool Initiative, Mechanicsville Elementary School; Dorothy Cosby, custodian, Oak Knoll Middle School; Bobby Ryder, custodian, Patrick Henry High School; Shirl Roane, custodian, Pearson’s Corner Elementary School; Jenny Kusnerik, instructional assistant-kindergarten, Pole Green

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Harriett Brown BROWN, Harriett Jane, 89, departed this life January 30, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bassett Brown and is survived by her son, James Brown; nephews, James Washington Jr. and Sonny Washington; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Remains rested at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, and services were

held at Springfield Baptist Church, in took part in the invasion of Okinawa. He was later assigned to the Tanker Canesteo Mechanicsville, Va., February 6, 2013. and served as its first navigator. When he was placed in the active reserve status in Fulmer Carver CARVER, Fulmer R., of Mechanicsville, April 1946, he joined Swift & Company passed away February 8, 2013. He was pre- and was assigned in sales to Hampton, ceded in death by a daughter, Patricia C. Va., and later to Richmond, Va. In 1948, he Dunnavant. He is survived by three grand- joined Pohlig Bros. Paper Box Company, children, Robin Updike (Kenny), Steve where he became V.P. of sales. In 1950, Al Dunnavant (Kelli) and Daniel Dunnavant joined the Active Naval Reserve; for three (Deanna); sister, Marion Chalkley; seven years he served as C.O. of Surface Division great-grandchildren. Graveside services 5-17 and for three years, served as C.O. were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 12, of Inshore Undersea Warfare Division 5-2. Al retired from the Navy in 1970 as at Signal Hill Memorial Park. a full commander. While in Richmond, Al actively recruited new members in Alfred Grebasch GREBASCH, CDR Alfred J. USNR the early years of the Central Richmond (Ret.), 92, of Mechanicsville, passed Association. He held many offices at away on Monday, February 4, 2013. He Bethlehem Lutheran Church including is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, president Bible Class Teacher, young adult director and school board member. He Marian F. Grebasch; was a longtime member of Capital District his son, Robert International Lutheran Laymen’s League (Colleen); his and an active member of the Gideons. grandson, Justin; Al enjoyed the great outdoors including, and his daughter, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hunting and Patricia. Al was camping. In his later years he became an born in Chicago, adequate golfer. Visitation was Wednesday, Illinois, June 22, February 6, at the Mechanicsville Chapel 1920, enlisted in the GREBASCH of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 LeeU.S. Navy in 1941, and was appointed Midshipman to the Davis Rd., where funeral services were held U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, where Thursday, February 7, at 11 a.m. Burial he graduated in December 1943. He was will be private at a later date. Memorial then assigned to the USS (AKA-11) as a contributions can be made to the Gideons Deck Officer and participated in the D- or an organization of your choice. Day Invasion in Southern France. His ship see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 was then ordered to the Pacific, where he

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Emily Hull HULL, Emily Gladys, age 93, a longtime resident of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away February 4, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Hull. She is survived by a sister, Helen K. Melton; niece, Bonnie Call; also six great-nieces and nephews. Family received friends Wednesday, February 6, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Graveside service was held Thursday, February 7, at Oakwood Cemetery.

Kermith Marshall MARSHALL, Kermith C. “Buddy,” 79, of Mechanicsville, Va., died February 3, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Carolyn; a son, Timothy Marshall; daughter, Lisa Long (Kenny); and grandchildren, Matt, Taylor,Tanner and Ryan. The family received friends Wednesday, Feb. 6 at Bliley’s-

Staples Mill Chapel, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where services were held Feb. 7. Interment followed at Signal Hill Cemetery.

Aubrey Mitchell MITCHELL, Aubrey Ryals Jr., 87, of Richmond, widower of Ella Dungan “Deanie” Mitchell, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2013. He is survived by three children, William R. Mitchell, Robert D. Mitchell and his wife, Susan, Elizabeth M. Higgs and her husband, Francis; seven MITCHELL grandchildren, Chris and Devon Mitchell, Katy Westbrook, Hannah and Elise Mitchell, Carson and Morgan Higgs; and his brother, John D. Mitchell and his wife, Jo. Mr. Mitchell was a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y., and was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He was a member of Northside Lodge #292 A.F. & A.M. and Richmond Scottish Rite Bodies.

He was active with Habitat for Humanity and participated in other service construction projects, both locally and abroad. The family received friends Feb. 7 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. A graveside service was held Feb. 8 at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity.

Forrest Mitchell MITCHELL, Forrest Jay III, 89, of New Kent, Va., passed away Friday, February 8, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Isabelle Booth Mitchell. He is survived by his children, Forrest Jay Mitchell IV and wife, Jill F. Mitchell, Linda Conley and husband, Tom Conley, and Catherine Mitchell. The family received friends February 10, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Burial was private.

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funeral service. A graveside service was held February 12, in Kenbridge Heights Cemetery, Kenbridge, Va. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Fairmount Memorial Baptist Church, 4205 Ravenswood Rd., Richmond, Va. 23222.

Helen Tomb TOMB, Helen Brock, age 92, formerly of Wolfeboro, N.H., and Saratoga Springs, N.Y., died on Saturday, February 2, 2013, at her residence in Richmond. She was preceded in death three weeks earlier by her husband of 70 years, John Osborne Tomb. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Rebecca Brock; a brother, Robert Brock; and a sister, Virginia “Gino” Brock Kenworthy. She is survived by three children, Ellen TOMB Knill and

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Jeanette Vaughan VAUGHAN, Jeanette Elliott, of Mechanicsville, born August 25, 1914, passed away February 4, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, John B. Vaughan Jr.; daughter, Jacquelyn Constance Vaughan McGhee. She is survived by two sons, John B. Vaughan III (Johnny) and James E. Vaughan; 10 grandchildren, Connie M. Cost, Susan McGhee, Shawn McGhee, F.I. McGhee, Brachett Vaughan, Elliott Vaughan, Aven V. Williams, Chesley V. Davis, Sara V. Zook, Elisa V. Belch; and 13 great-grandchildren. The family received friends Wednesday, February 6 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. A graveside service was held at Walnut Grove Baptist Church Cemetery on Thursday, February 7, 2013.

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Pageant applications The Hanover Tomato Festival is now accepting applications for the Little Miss and Tiny Miss Hanover Tomato Pageant, which will be held on Sunday, June 30, at the East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad at 8105 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. Participants will dress in their Sunday best (no pageant dress or makeup) and compete to be crowned this year’s Little Miss and Tiny Miss Hanover Tomato. Winners of each age group, Little Miss ages 3 to 4 and Tiny Miss ages 5 to 7, will be announced on on Saturday, July 13, on the stage at the Hanover Tomato Festival at Pole Green Park. Entry fees are $40 until April 15 and become $50 starting April 16. Complete applications with entry fee will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. The contest is for Hanover County residents only. Applications can be found online at www.hanovertomatofestival.com on the “Contests” page. For more information, call 804-365-7150 or e-mail hanovertomatofestival@ co.hanover.va.us.

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Open burning restrictions go into eﬀect Friday Open burning is restricted throughout Hanover County beginning on Friday, Feb. 15, and continuing through April 30. The Commonwealth of Virginia prohibits burning in or within 300 feet of woodland, brushland or fields containing dry grass or other flammable material before 4 p.m.

or after midnight during this time period. “Atmospheric conditions are beginning to become more favorable for uncontrolled wild wood fires and this will only get worse as we move forward with the seasonal change,” Judson Flournoy, chief fire marshal for Hanover County, said.

The 4 p.m. Burning Law comes into effect each year and is different from burning bans, which are invoked only during periods of extreme fire danger. Since forest fuels “cure” during the winter months, the danger of fire is higher this time of year than in summer when the forest and grasses are

green with new growth. The 4 p.m. Burning Law is an effective tool in the prevention of forest fires. Open burning is restricted at all times on property in the county’s Urban Services Area; properties zoned R-1, R2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6 and RS; and anywhere in the Town of

Ashland. For more information about burn regulations in Hanover County, visit www.co.hanover. va.us/fire-ems/burnlaw.htm or call the Fire Marshal at 804365-6195. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

Deputies seek suspects in credit card theft and fraud The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office needs assistance in identifying two black females suspected of the theft and fraudulent use of multiple credit cards, which resulted in

more than $10,000 in losses. The theft occurred in Hanover, where the suspects stole multiple credit cards from a vehicle parked in a lot where a sporting event was taking place. The

suspects used the stolen cards at several locations in the Metro Richmond area, primarily electronics stores. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the

Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office at 804-365-6140 or the Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. Citizens also can text Crime Stoppers at 274637 (CRIMES), using the keyword

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12th plan to fund transportation There are currently 11 different plans working their way through the state legislature to fund transportation in Virginia. None of them involve cutting spending in other areas to pay for it. So apparently, there’s still room for a twelfth. Joseph Pierro Mechanicsville

‘Wizard’ answers to money shortage Hanover County employees and I are looking for answers to the money shortage problem, but “Are we looking for money in all the wrong places?” I have consulted an expert. Dear Wizard, 1) We have a security service in our industrial park in charge of security, traffic and law enforcement. We have a short time traffic problem twice a day when leaving the industrial park. Instead of leaving this to the security firm to handle, my company superintendant has hired our own traffic controllers. We pay about four times what the security firm would charge to direct traffic plus give them all the same benefits that our employees get. Some people say we are nuts. My question is this: Our company is running short of money due to the government’s failed economy. Would it be smart to let the security firm handle the traffic controlling or would it be smarter to just use their off-duty people and pay them their-off duty rates of about $26 an hour?

Dear Wizard, 2) I am not sure who thought this one up but is it a good idea to charge airplane owners $0.50 per hundred values on their planes while charging the local taxpayer $3.57 per hundred values on their motor homes, boats and motorcycles? Would it be smart for the county to raise the tax rate on planes to match the tax rate on a motor mome, or should they just find other ways like these to take advantage of the taxpayers to get additional income for the schools and other needs? Ted at Old Church Answer: Dear Ted @ Old Church In answer to both questions, since no one has changed this policy in more than 20+ years, it is not only smart but it makes you look like a genius for suggesting it. I also would suggest finding the people responsible for allowing the above ripoffs to take place and put their salaries and benefits package back into the income revenue stream. Sincerely, The Wizard So, there you have an expert opinion from Dear Wizard. Ted Mentz Old Church

Be aware of parking location To the women in our Mechanicsville area who drive by themselves: Be careful in the parking lots when you park. Try to park away from other cars and trucks, especially big pickup trucks in windy, rainy or snowy weather. Accidents happen quickly when doors open, hitting your vehicle. In a parking lot on U.S. 360 recently, I thought the spot I picked was a good one, but, unfortunately, it was not. While in the van I drove, a man was getting out of his truck when a gust of wind came along, pushing his door into the side door of my van.

I was still in my parked van, which shook from the hit. It happened so quickly I could hardly think. The man apologized, saying he was sorry. Being by myself, I could hardly think. He left without an ame or phone number. He could be from Mechanicsville or out of town. When incidents happen, sometimes you can’t think at that moment — only when you get home with regrets, thinking I should have done this or that. Some of you women know what I’m writing about, so be careful when parking in shopping center parking lots. Arlene Vietmeier Mechanicsville

Broken home theory response In reading Jadine Jett’s letter in the Jan. 30 edition of The Local, I had to wonder if she was an athlete, because she certainly made an Olympic-grade leap of logic in trying to tie children of broken homes to non-traditional marriage. Please tell me, Ms. Jett, how many of those “3 in 10 children from broken homes” were born to gay couples? I’m betting that it’s vanishingly close to zero, since no one is less likely to produce a child than a homosexual couple. About half of all marriages fail, incredibly few of which are non-traditional and of those fewer still include children, so I fail to see a connection between a high rate of child-of-brokenhome problems and gay marriage. Kids succeed or fail for a wide range of reasons, and, while it’s fair to say that kids of single-parent homes tend to be more likely to have problems, those problems are most often rooted in socio-economic factors that could be prevented by a proper social safety net and an see LETTERS, pg. 19

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Kirk Rohle, left, and Ben Rogers, right, are shown with Sean Davis, vice chair and Henry District representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, following a proclamation presentation to Rohle for his heroics in saving Rogers, his longtime friend, from a fire in a building on the campus of Hampden-Sydney College. The two are Hanover High School graduates. Davis honored Rohle at the Jan. 23 meeting of the Board of Supervisors. Chair Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville District, is shown in the background. A similar photograph appeared in last week’s edition of The Local but incorrectly listed Davis as representing the Chickahominy District. We apologize for the error.

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Alice and Bill Stanley of Mechanicsville celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary February 14. They have four children, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Photo: Dominic Duncombe

CRYSTAL HAZELWOOD and JUSTIN HILL to be married in September of 2013

r. and Mrs. Michael Lee Hazelwood are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Crystal Lauren Hazelwood, to Justin Blake Hill, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Franklin Hill, all of Mechanicsville, Va. Crystal is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hazelwood III and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Clarke. Justin is the grandson of Mrs. Inez Hill and the late Mr. Franklin Hill and Mrs. Shelvia Rasnic McMillan and spouse Mr. Will McMillan and the late Mr. James Rasnic. Crystal graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2012 with a

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design and a minor in Art History. She is employed as a junior designer at Tait Saunders Mulvaney, an architecture and interior design firm in Richmond, Va. Justin graduated from James Madison University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. He is employed as a senior mortgage consultant at Tidewater Home Mortgage Group, Inc., in Glen Allen, Va. While vacationing in the Bahamas, Justin proposed over a romantic dinner on the beach. A September 2013 wedding is planned.

2013 Local Food Networks Conference Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Foundation for Agriculture, Innovation and Rural Sustainability (Virginia FAIRS) and Virginia Farmers Direct Marketing Association (VFDMA), in partnership with USDA Rural Development and Lulus Local Food have announced the 2013 Local Food Networks Conference to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Virginia Farm Bureau Office at 12580 West Creek Parkway in Richmond. This conference is for farmers, farmers’ market managers, school system representatives, community representatives and any other groups or individuals interested in developing local food systems, explor-

ing new market opportunities and learning about safe food production and handling practices. Local and regional producers will discuss growing and marketing vegetables, fruits, poultry, eggs, goats, cheese and beef. There also will be representatives from Virginia Farm Bureau, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and Virginia Cooperative Extension. The morning sessions will focus on managing risk and safe food production and handling practices, while the afternoon sessions will focus on developing networks for producers and buyers.

County and town officials getting ready for ‘Show Time!’ Photo submitted by Sharon Stiles

It’s official! The Ashland Musical Variety Show, to be presented March 21, 22 and 23 at the Blackwell Auditorium on the campus of Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, will feature several elected and appointed Hanover County and Town of Ashland officials. Members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, Hanover County School Board and Ashland Town Council took a break from rehearsing “Personality” to strike a pose. Among the participants are, from left, front row, Charles Hartgrove, Ashland town manager; Robert Wood, School Board; Ann Gladstone, chair, School Board; Faye Prichard, Ashland mayor; Steve Trivett, Town Council; Terri Keck, principal, Henry Clay Elementary School; Sean Davis, vice chair, Board of Supervisors; Glenn Millican, vice chair, School Board; and Ned Henson, Town Council; and, back row, Earl Hunter, School Board; Canova Peterson, chair, Board of Supervisors; Bob Hundley, School Board; Jim Foley, Town Council; and John Axselle, School Board. Other officials taking part in the number are Jamelle Wilson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools; Hank Lowry, School Board; Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Board of Supervisors; George Spagna, Town Council; and Leigh Finch, principal, Gandy Elementary School.

A Blood Drive will be held from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 16, at Washington & Henry Lodge #344 at 8080 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. Breakfast will be provided to all donors.

PWC program to focus on Costa Rica Julie Beasley, a member of the Pamunkey Woman’s Club, will address the February meeting about her recent trip to Costa Rica. The meeting will get underway at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 18, at Walnut Grove Baptist Church on Cold Harbor Road in Mechanicsville.

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ately to begin this process. Johnson has served Covenant Woods since 1999 Tim Johnson, president and was instrumental in the and chief executive offi- successful move from the small cer of Covenant Woods, has Richmond Home for Ladies to announced to the the accredited conorganization’s Board tinuing care retireof Directors his ment community intent to retire at Covenant Woods is year-end 2013. today. Johnson’s time Under his vision frame will enable and leadership, the board to select, Covenant Woods train and integrate a expanded its mission replacement into the by constructing a JOHNSON Hanover retirement $34 million campus community, assurin Mechanicsville, ing a smooth transition. transitioning the 37 Richmond A search committee will be Home for Ladies residents to formed by the board immedi- the new campus and provid-

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ing modern continuing care to both couples and individuals. The new community was filled to capacity, and became accredited only three years after its opening. He successfully guided the community through the 50 apartment expansion of Manor West, which opened in 2007. Over the past four years he has championed the expansion, “The Lodge,” which will nearly double the physical size and independent resident population, and ensure Covenant Woods’ ability to serve current and future residents. Johnson oversaw the successful sale in December 2012 of $101,495,000 of tax exempt bonds issued by the Economic Development Authority of Hanover to finance The Lodge,

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Rebkee Company purchases Rutland Commons properties Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer represented The Rebkee Company in its recent purchase of Rutland Commons at 9351 Atlee Road, near Route 301 in Hanover County. Rutland Commons is an approximately 110,000-square-foot Kroger-anchored shopping center situated on 7.6 acres. Rebkee purchased the center from Crosland

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, Feb 13 FHIAPBA meeting is from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Country Inns & Suites, 11600 Lakeridge Pkwy., Ashland. Speaker is Tammy Farmer, business services manager, Virginia Department of Business Assistance - “State Procurement through eVA and SWaM.” For more information, call 6747502. FSt. Paul Lutheran Church Ash Wednesday Worship Service begins at 7 p.m. at 8100 Shady Grove Rd., Mechanicsville. For more information contact Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor at 4277500 or www.saintpaul-lcms. com. The mid-week Lenten theme is “Fellowship with the Father: The Lord in Prayer” FHanover Association of Businesses & Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Series hosted by Sheehy Ford Ashland is from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 11450 Washington Hwy., Ashland. An informal way for professionals to socialize and network while also visiting 12 different Hanover County businesses. Invite a guest.Tickets are $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Food and beverages will be provided. Register online and pay in advance by credit card or Paypal. Checks and cash are accepted and you may pay at the door. Members registering late will pay an increased price. For more information, contact Melissa Miller at the HABCC office at 798-8130 or melissa@ habcc.com.

ing an Explorer Post open to younger teenagers (minimum age of 14, and having completed eighth grade). Parents are welcome to bring their kids for a “meet and greet” and a question and answer session, where Fire-EMS officials will review the benefits and expectations of the program. Pre-registration is requested, but the event is free. For more information call 798-7864.

Thursday, Feb. 14 FThe Hanover Towne Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the New Hanover Presbyterian Church on Rt. 301. The program will be “Low Maintenance Roses” presented by Willie Mills, past president of Hanover Master Gardeners and the Richmond Rose Society. Guests are welcome. RSVP to rene3den@comcast.net if you plan to attend. Refreshments will be served.

Friday, Feb.15 FA Spaghetti Super will be held 5 to 7 p.m., sponsored by the men at Enon United Methodist Church, 6156 Studley Road. $8.50 for adults, $4.25 for children 12 and under. Reservations are suggested. Call the church at 746-4719 or Bob Tate at 7304956.

FDoswell Ruritan Club’s Allyou-can-eat Salt-fish Breakfast is from 6:30 to 9 a.m. at the Doswell Community Center, 16433 N. Washington Hwy. Doswell. Breakfast includes eggs, bacon, apples, biscuits, corn bread, potatoes, juice, and hot coffee. $8. for adults and $4. FThe Hanover Fire–EMS for children ages 4 to 10. Training Division will host an Open House/Explorer Post Saturday, Feb. 16 Informational meeting from 6 FA blood drive will be held from to 8 p.m. at the Harman – 8 a.m. to noon at Washington Taylor Training Center, 13038 & Henry Lodge #344, 8080 Turnpike, Winston Road, near Ashland. Mechanicsville Mechanicsville. Breakfast proHanover Fire–EMS is launch-

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vided to all donors. Stop by and amy.swartz@cancer.org or 804527-3777. give the gift of life. FHanover Humane Society will run a dog adoption stand at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland from 9 a.m. to noon. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information.

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FPamunkey Woman’s Club monthly meeting will be begin at 7 p.m. at Walnut Grove Baptist Church. Club member Julie Beasley will speak about her recent trip to Costa Rica. For more information about the meeting or becoming a club member, contact Barbara Jacks, membership chairman, at 7463294 or visit the club’s web site, www.pamunkeywc.org.

F Grace Christian School is having another informational meeting at 7 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Church of Christ on Atlee Road. There will be a frequently asked question and answer session following a brief informational introduction. For more info about FThe Crossroad Riders #934, the meeting visit www.gracea local chapter affiliated with school.net or www.facebook. the Christian Motorcyclist com/GraceChristianSchool. Association, will be hosting a Meet and Greet Open House Tuesday, Feb. 19 2 to 4 p.m. in the Community FThe Hanover Republican Meeting Room at Eastern Women’s Club monthly meetHanover Fire Station #3, Rte 360 ing begins at 6 p.m. at the at New Bethesda Rd. CMA wel- Calabash Seafood Restaurant comes Christians who ride any in Mechanicsville. The guest make or model of motorcycle. speaker will be Senator Mark Visit the national organization’s Obenshain, candidate for attorwebsite at www.cmausa.org. ney general and Miki Miller, president of the Virginia FMechanicsville Relay for Federation of Republican Life will hold a Team Captains Women. For additional informeeting on at 5:30 p.m. at mation about the meeting or O’Banks Cafe and Grill, 10392 becoming a member of the Leadbetter Road. Everyone is HRWC contact Lisa Bradford, invited to learn more on how president at rnbradford@ to participate. Our theme hughes.net or visit our website is “MargaRelayVillle” - all to at www.hrwomen.com. raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society. FHanover Tavern Foundation Learn how you can help fight Heritage Speaker Series prescancer and how to participate in ents D. H. Hill in the seven Mechanicsville’s Relay for Life days battles from 7 to 8 p.m. May 4 and 5 at Lee-Davis High at 3181 Hanover Courthouse School. It’s never too late to Road (Route 301), Hanover, form a team or become a spon- 23069. Doug Batson gives sor for Relay. For more infor- a first person impression of mation contact Amy Swartz the acerbic brother-in-law of FHanover Humane Society will run a cat adoption stand at the Virginia Center PetSmart store from 2 to 5 p.m. Visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information.

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Stonewall Jackson. His living history website is at www. Thursday, Feb. 21 dhhill.org. Free, recommended FHanover Humane Join the $3 donation. For more infor- Hanover Humane Society and mation call 537-5050 Jessica Robertson, Photographic Artistry, for the Third Annual FHanover Writers Club meet- “Ashland Goes to the Dogs.” ing begins at 6:30 p.m. at the The $39 sitting fee for each Eastern Hanover Fire Station session will be donated to the #3 meeting room, 4428 Hanover Humane Society. Mechanicsville Trnpk. Topic: What a great gift for Easter, “Critiquing; Working Toward Mother’s Day, Birthday, etc! By Our Publishing Goals.” Bring at appointment only. Schedule least five copies of a few pages your photo session by calling of whatever project you are now 798-7980. Visit www.jessicwriting. We will be reading and arobertson.com for additional lightly critiquing first drafts, information regarding Jessica giving suggestions to help and Robertson and to learn more encourage you. If you are not about this fundraiser. working on a project at the moment, come and enjoy the FThe Hanover County efforts of the other writers. For Republican Committee’s more information, visit www. monthly meeting begins at at hanoverwriters.org. 7 p.m. at Bass Pro Shop, 11550 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland, Va. The guest speakers will be Wednesday, Feb. 20 Senator Mark Obenshain, canFHanover Humane Society didate for Attorney General and will hold a veterinary Wellness Corey Stewart, candidate for Lt. Clinic at its facility at 12190 Governor for 2013. For more Washington Highway in information about the meetAshland. The clinic provides ing or to become a member routine vaccines, heartworm of the HCRC contact Nancy testing, and other preventive Russell, Chairman at nsrusservices. The clinic does not sell29@yahoo.com or visit www. treat sick or injured animals. hanovergop.com. The clinic begins at 4 p.m. and concludes at 5:45 p.m. No Friday, Feb. 22 appointments. Please visit www. FHanover Humane Join the hanoverhumanesociety.org for Hanover Humane Society and more information. Jessica Robertson, Photographic Artistry, for the Third Annual FSt. Paul Lutheran Church mid- “Ashland Goes to the Dogs.” week Lenten Worship Service The $39 sitting fee for each sesbegins at 7 p.m. at 8100 Shady sion donated to the Hanover Grove Rd., Mechanicsville. For Humane Society. By appointmore information contact Rev. ment only. Schedule your photo Rodney Bitely, Pastor at 427- session by calling 798-7980. 7500 or www.saintpaul-lcms. Visit www.jessicarobertson.com com. Mid-week Lenten theme for additional information. is “Fellowship with the Father: The Lord in Prayer”. see CALENDAR pg. 33

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The 1973 Class of LeeDavis High School is planning a 40th reunion. Organizers are searching for lost classmates’ addresses/e-mails. If you have any information or want to update their records, contact Bobbi Jo Lacey Hampton at: hamptonhome@comcast.net or Bettie Rogers Harver at: betnron@verizon.net.

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whole lot more people want to say, so why aren’t we saying it?” Lowry assured concerned parents that the board is not considering any pay to play proposal that would exclude students from participation. “At no point have we ever discussed any children in our school system not being able to participate if they couldn’t afford it,” Lowry said. “We’ll make the same provisions we have for other things.” He said he wasn’t sure how that would be accomplished if the program were approved. “We fully intend to make sure everything is available to all of our students. We’re not exactly sure how we’re going to do it.” That wasn’t the only question surrounding the pay to participate discussion. Attaching an actual student fee to the proposal seems elusive, although the $75 to $100 figure has been mentioned. John Axselle, who represents the Beaverdam District, asked if fees would be charged for each individual sport. “There’s a lot of things we have to iron out in my mind before we do anything.” Even if fees were waived or special programs were available, he also pointed out that some students would not take advantage of them due to embarrassment or ridicule. He also said there’s the question of how much parents are already paying for students to

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participate in extracurricular activities and sports. “A lot of people are already paying to participate whether it’s athletics as well as the arts,” chair Ann F.H. Gladstone, South Anna District, said. “So, we want to make sure we get a good picture of where we are right now.” Wilson addressed recent statements by some teachers and students that Hanover textbooks are outdated and have not been replaced since 2002. She said those statements are largely accurate, although some workbooks and texts have been replaced. She said a system-wide revamp hasn’t taken place since 2002. “We have not gone through a wholesale textbook adoption within that 10-year period,” she said. “So, it is true when you hear parents, teachers and even students say that they have textbooks that are more than 10 years old.” Part of that problem is not fiscal, and the textbook industry is in a transitional phase with discussions regarding whether digital editions are preferable to hard copy textbooks. Those discussions also are taking place in Hanover, according to Wilson, and funds are available for some textbook upgrades in this year’s budget. How to spend those accumulated funds is not as clear. Any discussion of digital versus traditional textbooks inevitably leads to what type of technology would be necessary to accommodate that system.

In other words, how would students access those digital textbooks? Currently, Hanover students are allowed to bring their own personal electronic devices to class for use in instruction. But that system lacks uniformity, and some teachers are experiencing problems in the classroom with students using the devices for purposes other than educational. It appears the board has reached consensus on a proposal to transfer $1 million from the bus replacement fund to the county’s technology in the classroom initiative. “I think we need the technology more than the buses,” vice chair Glenn Millican, Mechanicsville District, said. Administrative staff is studying what to do with those additional funds. Gladstone commended Wilson and her staff on providing detailed information during an extended budget process. “What you presented to us in January is exactly what we asked for,” Gladstone said. “We asked you to propose a balanced budget and we gave you our goals, priorities and wishes from which to work, and you did that.” The board also considered plans to consolidate IB (International Baccalaureate) programs and increases in out of county tuitions. It appears both proposals would not offer enough savings to make them viable, but no final decisions were voiced.

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Elizabeth Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio; vice president of hospital services; and as a medical technician clinical lab director. Johnson attended Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, and the University of Dayton, in Dayton, Ohio, where he received a Master of Business Administration. In addition, he has a Nursing

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22 additional cottages, and other improvements to the campus. Johnson’s 40-year career in the health care industry has included serving as the chief operating officer and executive vice president/administrator of Bon Secours-Stuart Circle Hospital. He worked as the vice president of operations at St.

Relay for Life Team Captains to meet Sunday Mechanicsville Relay for Life will hold its Team Captains meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 17, at O’Banks Cafe and Grill at 10392 Leadbetter Road in Ashland. Everyone is invited to learn more on how to participate in Mechanicsville’s 19th Annual Relay for Life. This year’s theme is “MargaRelayVillle” — all to raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society. Those wishing to participate in Mechanicsville’s Relay for Life on May 4 and 5 at LeeDavis High School. For more information, contact Amy Swartz at amy.swartz@ cancer.org or 804-527-3777.

W-HES heart hop registration starts Washington-Henry Elementary School’s annual “Heart of the Community” 5K and 1-mile heart hop will get underway at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, at W-HES. Those who sign up by Feb. 11 will ensure receipt of a Tshirt. To register, go to https:// www.raceit.com/search/event. aspx?id=17794.

Home Administrator’s License in both the state of Ohio and the Commonwealth of Virginia, and is licensed as a nursing home administrator mentor in Virginia. Johnson currently serves on the Board of the Virginia Association of NonProfit Homes for the Aging (VANHA). For more information, call 804-569.-8000 or visit www. covenantwoods.com.

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FA blood drive will be held 3 to 6 p.m. at Home Depot, 10233 Lakeridge Parkway. An appointment can be made at www. redcrossblood.org or walk-ins welcome.

Saturday, Feb. 23 FHanover Humane Society will run a dog adoption stand at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland from 9 a.m. to noon. Cat adoption stands will be set up at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit www.hanoverhumaneso-

ciety.org for available animals felony convictions. For more and additional adoption infor- information, please contact the Hanover County Public Schools mation. Transportation Department at: FHanover County Public (804) 365-6520 or apply directSchools Transportation Job Fair ly online at www.hcps.us is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 11375 North Lakeridge Parkway, Sunday, Feb. 24 Ashland, Va., (Northlake Office FHanover Humane Society Park off of Lewistown Road near will set up a cat adoption Bass Pro Shops) Qualifications: stand at the Virginia Center A high school diploma or PetSmart store from 2 to 5 equivalent is preferred, have a p.m. Visit www.hanoverhusafe driving record with three manesociety.org for available years driving experience, hold animals and additional adopa valid Virginia driver’s license tion information. (with the ability to obtain a CDL instructional permit), FBluegrass Gospel Music pass a physical examination Event begins at 6 p.m. at New and a drug test and have no Bethesda Baptist Church,

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9019 New Bethesda Rd., featuring “Amy Ladd & Friends” and special guest “Bob Stone and the VA Gospel Singers”. For information call 804789-0443.

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FKIDSTUF. The Easter show will begin at 7:15 p.m. at Atlee Community Church, at 7171 Verdi Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23116. It is free to the community and there will be a variety of activities to enjoy before Kidstuf beginning at 6:30 p.m. The March virtue is Honesty. This event unites families while providing a fun environment filled with laughter and learning. Kidstuf is a “no drop off zone”. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 730-3676 for more information or visit www.atleechurch.org.

FA blood drive will be held 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Green Top Sporting Goods, 10150 Lakeridge Parkway. All donors that donate or attempt to donate will be placed in a drawing to win one of two $25 Green Top Gift Cards. An appointment can FSt. Paul Lutheran Church be made at www.redcrossblood. midweek Lenten Worship org or or walk-ins are welcome. Service at 7 p.m. at 8100 Shady

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Friday, March 1.

Thursday, Feb. 28

FA blood drive will be held 1 to 6 p.m. at Sheehy Ford Ashland, 11450 Washington Hwy. An appointment can be made at www.redcrossblood.org or walk-ins welcome. All donors will be placed in a drawing for a $25 Best Buy Gift card.

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Grove Rd., Mechanicsville. For more information contact Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor at 4277500 or www.saintpaul-lcms. com. The Mid-week Lenten theme is “Fellowship with the Father: The Lord in Prayer.”

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MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES INDEPENDENT BAPTIST

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

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

LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295. "The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter. Find out more on our web: landmarkbaptistrichmond.org

Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170

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

EPISCOPAL

All Souls Episcopal Church Worshiping at Messiah Lutheran, 8154 Atlee Rd, SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:30am Holy Eucharist • 10:45am Christian Ed Nursery Provided • 804-559-9302 Wednesday Evening Bible Study, 7pm The Rev. Amelie Allen Wilmer, Vicar Email: allsoulsepiscopalva@gmail.com Visit our website: www.allsoulsva.org

Immanuel Episcopal Welcomes You! 779-3454 3263 Old Church Rd. Sun 9a&11a Holy Eucharist. Adult Ed.-10a, Children’s Ed.-11:30a, Nursery 10-12. Refreshments at 12:15p. immanueloc.org

The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered, Biblically Focused 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Nursery provided @ 9:15 am & 9:45 am Christian Education 9:30-10:15 am www.creatorfamily.net email: creatorcontact@comcast.net

Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11:00, Contemporary 9:30 & 11:00, Bible School at 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Mike Langley, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Mike Campbell, Youth Minister; Rose Williams, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org

Gethsemane Church of Christ 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike Sunday Worship 8:30 & 11:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM 804-779-2044 Bill Wines, Senior Minister www.gethsemanechristian.org

Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 www.mlcas.org Sunday Service- 8:00 am & 11am, Sun. School 9:30. Preschool for 3 -5 yr olds. Child Care 7am-6pm

EVANGELICAL FRIENDS

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

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

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LUTHERAN

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

PRESBYTERIAN

St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor; Sunday School 9:15am, Worship Service 10:30am, Nursery Available.

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

Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com Advertise with The Mechanicsville Local Call 746-1235 for more details!

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

PRESBYTERIAN MECHANICSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN Atlee and Signal Hill Rd. Nancy Clark, Interim Pastor Tel. 746-5496; www.mechpres.org You are welcome to join us on Sundays: 9 am Contemporary 10 am Sunday School Classes 11 am Traditional

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Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev.Tim Madison Sunday Schedule: 8:30am Contemporary Worship, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Traditional Worship New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am. Bible Study/Youth activities; 6:00 pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church Worship 8:30 am & 11 am, Sunday School 9:45am Pastor Robert Lee 9200 New Ashcake Road, Mech. 550-9601 www.newhighlandbaptist.org

Black Creek Baptist Church , 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday School, 9am; Worship 10:15am (Nursery prov.); Wed. night prayer service 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Children in Action, Preschool to 5th grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Dr. Darden Battle, Pastor, Youth Pastor, Reverend Craig Secor & Chris Thomas, Music Director. Church 781-0330. www.blackcreek.org

Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Rev. Mark Miller Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth Alyx Christian, Minster to Children Jean M. Dart, Music shalombaptist.net

Broadus Memorial Baptist Church , 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship, Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 broaduschurch.org

New Hope Baptist - Located at 5452 Spotslee Circle, Mechanicsville. Sunday school 9:45 am, Morning worship 10:30 am, afternoon 1pm, Wednesday Prayer & Bible study 7:30 pm. L. Ronald Staley, Pastor. For more info 321-2110. www.sovereigngraceinmechanicsville.org

Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.cool spring.org or call 746-0800

FCC - Fellowship Community Church Teaching the Word of God and watching for the miraculous. Hanover High School 9:45am www.fellowshipcc.com

Grace United Family Church

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“Where Grace Unites Us” 8700 Bell Creek Road Mechanicsville 23116 Sunday Worship 10:30 AM Visit us on Facebook Contact: 335-6728 /graceunitedfc@gmail.com “Come as you are” -- See you Sunday! Glenn Hawkins, Pastor

Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hanover Courthouse Rd. 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sun 11am Svc 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. hbchanover.org

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UNITED METHODIST Enon United Methodist Church 6156 Studley Rd; 746-4719 Rev. Dr. Jeff Harlow, Pastor Rev. Sandra Stanley, Director of Children & Youth Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) enonchurch@verizon.net www.enonumc.org Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am. Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118 Shady Grove United MethodistCelebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:00. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00- All Ages. Nursery for preschoolers at all services. Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

UPCOMING EVENTS

02 2013

Baseball R-MC at #8 CNU 2:00 p.m.

09 2013

Men’s/women’s basketball Randolph/Lynchburg at Randolph-Macon 2:00/4:00 p.m.

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C-feds and Patriots take indoor track titles By JP Beauchamp sports@mechlocal.com Due to reclassification in the Virginia High School League, the Capital and Colonial District indoor track and field teams came together for the last time under their current configurations at the Arthur Ashe Center over the weekend. When the final district event was run-literally, the girls teams from Lee-Davis and Patrick Henry claimed the final Capital and Colonial District crowns. Highland Springs took the Capital District boys title while Deep Run won the Colonial. Atlee’s Griffin Carmichael was named the Capital District Boys Runner of the Meet. Lee-Davis head coach Neil Mathews was also honored with the Girls Coach of the Year. “It’s kind of nice to get and it comes from all the hard work that the kids do and your assistant coaches do,” Mathews said. “It makes you look good. I’ve found over the years that the kids are what make you that; I help them but without the assistants and the right type of kids in your program, you don’t get things like that.” The Confederate girls edged out rival Atlee 137.50-129 for the number one spot but it all came down to the last event of the day; the 4x400 relay. Atlee’s quartet of Katie Gardner, Kaitlyn Mason, Katt Grasberger and Chloe Bavin had already won the 4x800 relay, while the

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Above: Hanover freshman Leila Haynesworth, center, battles Lee-Davis’ Dawnyshia Griffin, right and Henrico’s LaChyna Roe for the Capital District 55-meter hurdle title. Above right: Patrick Henry’s Travis Phillips took the Colonial boys title in the 55-hurdles with a state qualifying time of 7.67. At right: Patrick Henry’s Jessica Shelton, right, edges out teammate Lynnell Fisher for the Colonial girls 55-hurdles title.

Raiders’ Zaliah Carey, Sarah Spinner, Kassidy Taylor and India Lowe took the 4x200 relay. In both races Lee-Davis came in second. So things did not look favorable for the C-feds in the final event. “That was the relay that decided the team battle on the girls’ side,” Mathews said. “Our girls knew that they had to beat Atlee, and if Atlee beat us they would be the winners. So to do all those events, and do all those races, and all those practices all year came down to one race.” Lee-Davis’ Tiffany Reynolds, Dawnyshia Griffin, Chelsy

Branch and Madison Doss won the event and Atlee’s combo came in fifth. “They were able to win the relay which was a surprise; but that was really special to cap it off by winning that 400,” Mathews said. “They were all really nervous and excited; but they got to control their own destiny at the end; it wasn’t waiting on seeing what another team did.” Lee-Davis got plenty of points in the field events as well. Madison Angus won the pole vault, clearing 9-06 while teammate Kaitlin O’Kelly came

in seventh. Shakiya Sheppard took a second place finish in the long jump with a state qualifying distance of 17-feet and Dallas Tennessee was fifth. Tennesse won the 55 in 7.53 while Sheppard finished third. Sheppard was also third in the triple jump and Kori Hughes fourth in the shot put. Senior Bonny Turnage won the 1000 with a time of 3:14.52 and was followed by a group of county runners; Hanover’s Annie Sadler, Atlee’s Gardner, Rachel Gaunt of Hanover and Atlee’s Chole Bavin and Mason. Turnage finished second in

the 1600 behind Bavin, who won with a time of 5:22.34. Hanover’s Annie Sadler and Atlee’s Grasberger came in fifth and sixth. Gardner came in second in the 500 and third in both the 1000 and 3200. Atlee’s Carly Feyerabend won the high jump, clearing 5-03 while India Lowe took second in the triple jump with a state qualifying distance of 3609.50. Lowe also came in sec-

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ond in the 300. Betsy Chilcoat added points for Atlee with a third place finish in the shot put. Despite not getting the win, the Raiders dominated the pole vault. Sasha Osipenko took second followed by Numa Rehmani, Erin McDaniel and Val Miller in the four through six slots. Hanover’s Samantha Seymore took third and became the first Hawk pole vaulter to see TRACK, pg. 41 `

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Local athletes make college commitments Albright to Georgia Highlands Rogers opts for R-MC Haynesworth to Norfolk State

Hanover pitcher Shannon Albright signed a letter of intent to continue her softball career at Georgia Highland College. From front left: Reuben, Shannon and Joncie Albright. Back: Coach Brian Letourneau and Atletic Director Robert Stratton.

Atleeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fitz Rogers has chosen to continue his lacrosse career at Randolph-Macon College. From front left: Fitz and Christi Rogers. Back: Coach Eric Hall and Fitz Rogers Sr.

Hanover defensive back Donte Haynesworth signed a letter of intent to continue his football career at Norfolk State University. From front left: Leroy, Donte and Donna Haynesworth. Back: Athletic Director Robert Stratton and Head Coach Joshua Just.

Hutto to Campbell University

Jacob chooses VMI

Hanover lineman Josh Hutto signed a letter of intent to continue his college career at Campbell University. From front left: Norm Howland, Josh Hutto, Pam Howland. Back: Coach Joshua Just, Kim Tschantre and Sara Fisher.

Atlee wide receiver Chad Jacob signed a letter of intent to continue his football career at Virginia Military Institute. From front left: Read, Chad and JoEllen Jacob. Back Criag Jacob, Coach Roscoe Johnson, Offensive Coordinator Claude Hataway Jr. and Emily Jacob.

Knizner signs with N.C. State

Phillips heading to ECU

Rogers chooses Virginia Tech

Patrick Henry wide receiver/hurdler Travis Phillips signed a letter of intent to continue his football/track career at East Carolina University. From front left: Andrea, Travis and Kennedy Phillips. Back: Football Coach Sam Hart, Track Coach Scott Brown and Principal Wanda Bibb.

Hanover quarterback Sam Rogers has committed to continue his football career at Virginia Tech. From front left: Todd, Sam and Becky Rogers. Back: Head Coach Joshua Just, Principal Dr. Dana Gresham and Athletic Director Robert Stratton.

Hanover short stop Andrew Knizner signed a letter of intent to continue his baseball career at North Carolina State University. From front left: Theresa, Andrew and Mike Knizner. Back: Head Coach Charlie Dragum, Michelle Knizner, Laddie Deernard, Coach Hunter Hoy, Robert Debernard, Coach Russ Abernathy.

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Jones to Morehead State

Hanover running back Lawrence Jones signed a letter of intent to continue his football career at Morehead State University. From front left: Stephone, Lawrence and Cheryl Jones. Back: Head coach Joshua Just and Athletic Director Robert Stratton.

Richardson selects Radford

Shelton signs with Radford

Patrick Henry distance runner Malina Richardson signed a letter of intent to continue her track career at Radford University. From front left: Alvin and Maxine Winston, Malina and Donna Richardson. Back: Alycia Richardson, Coach Jeremy Dobrinski, Head Coach Scott Brown, Principal Wanda Bibb, Maya and Alayna Richardson.

Patrick Henry hurdler Jessica Shelton signed a letter of intent to continue her track career at Radford University. From front left: Howard and Jessia Shelton, Elizabeth Smith. Back: Coach Scott Brown and Principal Wanda Bibb.

Raiders Lift-A-Thon Fundraiser The Atlee Key Club is sponsoring a “Lift-A-Thon” for 5 year old Grant Wahle who is suffering from Leukemia. Grant also has been diagnosed with a rare immune disease which has reduced his chance for survival from 90 percent down to 50 percent Grant is the cousin of Alec Eberle, a member of Atlee Football team. The event will take place in the weight room at

Atlee High School on Saturday, Feb. 16 from 9 a.m. – 12 noon. If you would like to participate or help with this fundraiser please email liftinggrant@ gmail.com or Contact Alec Eberle (804) 517-2107. For more information about Grant’s fight visit Grant’s facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/GrantWahleFightAg ainstLeukemia

Wingfield heading to Wingate

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See signing day online

Lee-Davis softball player Amy Wingfield’s signed with Wingate University on Nov. 19, 2012. From front left: Debbie, Amy and Randy Wingfield. Back: Della Childress AD-LDHS, Coach Julie Oliver, Coach Jackie Davis, Alan Spencer-Dixie Chicks 18U coach, and Carol Moore LDHS principal.

Lapallo to compete in Junior Olympic Fencing Championships

Adam Christopher Lapallo, 16, of Mechanicsville, will be competing in the 2013 Junior Olympics in fencing. Lapallo is one of only seven young men from Virginia qualified to compete in Cadet Men’s Foil for Team USA. The National Fencing Championships will be held Feb. 15-18 in Baltimore, MD. Lapallo began fencing at age 12 under Coach Bobby Robinson of Mechanicsville Fencing Academy. At 14, Lapallo earned his first national ranking from the United States Fencing Association. On Oct. 28, at the Virginia Tech Open, the USFA awarded him a higher national ranking, a “D.” He qualified for Junior Olympics in Manassas on Dec. 15. Previously, Lapallo has competed in three North American Cups—in Rochester (2010), in Richmond (2011) and in Cincinnati (2012). At Junior Olympics, Lapallo Photo submitted by Coach Robinson Photo submitted by Kim Vieni joins Mechanicsville Fencing Two youth saberists from Mechanicsville fencing academy Jacob Moyar (Maggie Walker) and Jennifer Vieni (Lee Davis) Academy teammates Stefani traveled to Durham, N.C. to fence. The club in Durham has one were awarded the High School Central Region Swimmer of of the strongest saber programs in the south. In the Y10 or Deschner, Jordyn Wade, and the Year Awards at NOVA Aquatics at the conclusion of the under 10 event Jazmine Rios came in second and Paige Young Kirsten Swindells, all competCentral Regional Swim Meet on Feb. 9. Both swimmers have came in third. It was a really good finish for both in a completive had exceptional seasons and are headed to the VHSL AAA State ing in the Women’s Division. environment Swim Meet this weekend at George Mason University. Lapallo, who is home-

Go to www.mechlocal. com to see videos as each local athlete talks about their college commitment and future.

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Young fencers compete in N.C.

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Mechanicsville fencer Adam Christopher Lapallo has qualified to compete in Cadet Men’s Foil for Team USA. The National Fencing Championships will be held Feb. 15-18 in Baltimore, MD.

schooled, is a high school junior dual enrolled at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College. Submitted by Connie Lapallo

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Gregory earns second region wrestling title By Brad Bess Richmond Times Dispatch Fourteen region champions were crowned and 56 wrestlers earned a trip to this weekend’s Group AAA tournament on Saturday’s final day of the Central Region wrestling tournament. Few of those 14 titles were sweeter than that earned by J.D. Gregory, Hanover’s gritty 113-pounder. Gregory faced off against Jerrid Whaling of Colonial Heights in the final. Gregory was a region champion last year, and the Capital District champion this year. Whaling was the Central champion. Gregory, a sophomore, scored two takedowns and an escape to get the 5-0 win. He pulled up after hurting his knee late in the second period, but was able to continue and finish all three periods. “I just went out there and wrestled my own match,” Gregory said. He said he “tweaked” his knee and was able to recover, and that it won’t be a problem going forward. Matoaca junior Kyle Gordon grabbed his third consecutive region championship with a 7-3

win over Zackery Firesheets of Colonial Heights in the 132pound division. The contest was a rematch of the Central District match. “It’s a great win,” Gordon said. “It’s all about the team.” Matoaca’s Neal Richards was another sophomore chasing a second region title. He defeated Dominion District wrestler of the year Jerry Ronnau of Midlothian. Each was a district champion as well. Richards scored three takedowns to earn a 6-4 win. The 160 final between T.J. Allen of Hanover and Zakeel Muhammad of Henrico offered the crowd at Manchester High School extra wrestling, as the match went into overtime tied 1-1. In overtime, Muhammad scored an escape point to get a 2-1 lead, but Allen tied the score 2-2 with an escape in the next period. Muhammad won the match on a rideout in the ultimate tiebreaker. “That was an extremely tough match,” Muhammad said. “That was probably one of the toughest I’ve had all year.” On winning his first region title: “It feels awesome. I’ve been working for four years for this and I finally got it.”

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Hanover’s J.D. Gregory (in back) defeated Colonial Heights’ Jerrid Whaling 5-0 to win the 113-pound weight class in the Central Region championships at Manchester High School. Chris Morris of Lee Davis, right, goes in with full force on Cam Timok of Hermitage in the 120lb weight class.

Matoaca’s Corbin Ramos put his undefeated season on the line in the 195 championship. He faced Zack Relford of Prince George. Ramos was a region champion last year and the Central District champion this year. Ramos scored three take-

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downs, a reversal, an escape and two near falls to get a 15-2 win and his second consecutive region title. “It feels great,” Ramos said. “There’s nothing like a whole cheering section to cheer you on to be the best that you can be. I really enjoyed that. It was probably the most motivation I’ve had all season.” Gordon, Richards, Ramos and the rest of the Warriors took home the last Central Region wrestling tournament title, their second consecutive. Hanover finished second, Colonial Heights third. The top four finishers in each weight class advance to the Group AAA tournament Feb. 15-16 at Oscar Smith High School in Chesapeake. TEAM SCORES Matoaca 200, Hanover 160.5, Colonial Heights 126, Deep Run 108, LeeDavis 107.5, Cosby 96.5, J.R. Tucker 84, Midlothian 78, Dinwiddie 77.5, Glen Allen 70, Varina 66, Henrico 59.5, Atlee 53, Mills Godwin 49,

L.C. Bird 44, Patrick Henry 35.5, Douglas Freeman 34.5, Hermitage 35.4, Petersburg 31, Thomas Dale 31, Prince George 24, Hopewell 23, Huguenot 21, Armstrong 20, Clover Hill 19, Manchester 19, John Marshall 17, Monacan 15, Highland Springs 13, James River 12, Maggie Walker GS 4, Meadowbrook 0 FINALS 106: Max Chisholm (C) md. Nico Rivera (MG) 9-1; 113: J.D. Gregory (Han) d. Jerrid Whaling (CH) 5-0; 120: Cam Timok (Her) md. Dolan Walsh (DR) 17-6; 126: Michael Flora (Han) d. Sawyer Barksdale (L-D) 5-4; 132: Kyle Gordon (Mat) d. Zackery Firesheets (CH) 7-3; 138: Neal Richards (Mat) d. Jerry Ronnau (Mid) 6-4; 145: Justin Trent (CH) d. Sean Randall-Thompson (LCB) 7-1; 152: Michael Engels (Han) d. Mark Reisenweaver (L-D) 1-0; 160: Zakeel Muhammad (Hen) d. T.J. Allen (Han) 2-2 OT (rideout); 170: Dylan Gregg (CH) d. Jake Harris (PH) 6-0; 182: Stone Jimenez (DR) p. Jacob Nussbaum (Han) 3:57; 195: Corbin Ramos (Mat) md. Zack Relford (PG) 15-2; 220: Brandon Sipple (CH) p. Eric Hess (DR) 3:28; 285: Anthony Helm (Mat) p. Tyler Powell (C) 3:43. SEMIFINALS 106: Max Chisholm (C) p. Nick Timok (L-D) 1:06; Nico Rivera (MG)

p. Jacob Francis (GA) 0:57. 113: Jerrid Whaling (CH) md. Jake Lemacks (Mon) 9-0; J.D. Gregory (Han) tf. Dequan Tyler (P) 17-1. 120: Dolan Walsh (DR) p. Tyran Taylor (P) 8:23 OT; Cam Timok (Her) p. Chris Morris (L-D) 2:49. 126: Sawyer Barksdale (L-D) d. Jay Davis (GA) 7-2; Michael Flora (Han) d. Shammar Trimmer (Hen) 7-0. 132: Kyle Gordon (Mat) tf. Reid Hues (L-D) 26-11; Zackery Firesheets (CH) d. Conner Danels (D) 3-0. 138: Jerry Ronnau (Mid) d. Corbin Allen (Han) 2-1; Neal Richards (Mat) p. Mark Kilgore (Atl) 0:59. 145: Sean Randell-Thompson (LCB) d. Tyler Church (V) 11-4; Justin Trent (CH) d. Nate Kelley (GA) 12-5. 152: Michael Engels (Han) p. Jordan Miles (CH) 1:42; Mark Reisenweaver (LD) d. Daniel Dodd (V) 2-1. 160: T.J. Allen (Han) md. Jonathan Phillips (DF) 12-4; Zakeel Muhammad (Hen) p. Charlie Belvin (Atl) 3:28. 170: Jake Harris (PH) p. Jaequan Law (Hug) 3:27; Dylan Gregg (CH) d. Tanner Bazemore (Atl) 8-6. 182: Stone Jimenez (DR) d. BJ Lay (C) 6-5; Jacob Nussbaum (Han) d. Ramy Yacoub (JRT) 5-2. 195: Zack Relford (PG) md. Trent Parker (Mid) 8-0; Corbin Ramos see GREGORY, pg. 40 `

Atlee wins region swim crown as records fall By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local Records fell early and often in the Central Region swimming tournament at NOVA Aquatic Center on Saturday night. The first eight races produced four meet records: two in the boys competition and two in the girls. By the time the meet was over, three more region records had fallen. Atlee won the meet overall with a combined score of 307 points, edging Maggie Walker Governor’s School, which scored 287 points. Maggie Walker won the boys’ competition with 179 points, while Atlee won the girls division with 165 points. Breaking records, however, wasn’t the main goal for most of the swimmers. “I just came in here, I wanted to make it to states,” said Colonial Heights’ Elizabeth Magnussen, who picked up a region individual record in the 50 freestyle and was a member of the 200-yard freestyle relay team. “I didn’t know what the records were. I just came in and swam and did my best.” Maggie Walker started

breaking records in the first race, the boys 200-yard medley relay. The relay team, consisting of Andrew Drummond, Clark Hou, Matt Lynch and Logan Ziegler, broke Atlee’s 2011 record of 1:40.34 with a time of 1:38.75. In the 200 individual medley, Wyatt Grubb of Atlee slipped past Hunter Knight’s 2010 record of 1:56.77 with a 1:56.76 finish. Colonial Heights girls’ swim team claimed two region records in its first four races. Abigail Richey beat own record by two seconds in the 200 freestyle. She set a region record of 1:53.82 last year, but finished in 1:51.77 Saturday. Magnusson broke Haley Lane’s 2010 record in the 50 freestyle, finishing in 24.40 compared to Lane’s 25.08. The 200-meter relay team, featuring Richey, Magnusson, Alexis Page and Emyle Warro, finished in 1:42.69, well ahead of the 2004 record set by Maggie Walker of 1:44.16. For Grubb, the record time wasn’t his best, but he was still happy with the result. “It feels awesome,” Grubb

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The third heat of the boys’ 50-yard freestyle begins in the Central Region swim meet at NOVA Aquatic Center Saturday.

said. “I was gunning for it and cause for concern in her per- I’m pretty happy I dropped (my time).” formance. really happy that I got it.” Grubb said the broken “I feel like I didn’t get out Even though Richey beat her own record, she found some fast enough,” Richey said. “But records are a sign of increasing competitiveness in the sport. “High school swimming has really taken off,” Grubb said. “From now on it will keep getting faster and faster every year.”

Hanover connection in Top-10 match-up

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A trio of Hanover County basketball players were part of the action when state powers Benedictine and Christchurch faced off last Friday night. Former Patrick Henry standout Raymon Minor, left, was sidelined with an eye injury while former Hanover Hawks, Nick Douglas, center, and Justin Peebles, right, played for Christchurch. Benedictine won the contest 70-60. For game story go to www.mechlocal.com.

COMBINED Team Scores: 1. Atlee 307; 2. Maggie Walker Governor’s School 287; 3. Colonial Heights 125; 4. Patrick Henry 103; 5. Lee-Davis 96; 6. Hanover 76. BOYS Team scores: 1. Maggie Walker Governor’s School 179; 2. Atlee 142; 3. Patrick Henry 64; 4. Colonial Heights 43; 5. Hanover 36; 6. LeeDavis 30. Individual results 200-yard medley relay: 1. Colonial Heights (Drummond, Hou, Lynch, Ziegler) 1:38.75; 200 freestyle: 1. Erickson (MW) 1:44.94; 200 individual medley: 1. Grubb (Atl) 1:56.76; 50 freestyle: 1. Burnley (Atl) 22.61; 100 butterfly: 1. Lynch (MW) 51.67; 100 freestyle: 1. Burnley (Atl)

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48.92; 500 freestyle: 1. Condon (Atl) 4:38.60; 200 freestyle relay: 1. Maggie Walker Governor’s School (Pickering, Weissend, Erickson, Moyar) 1:32.60; 100 backstroke: 1. Drummond (MW) 54.91; 100 breaststroke: 1. Hou (MW) 1:00.76; 400 freestyle relay: 1. Maggie Walker’s Governor’s School (Ziegler, Erickson, Drummond, Moyar) 3:21.32. GIRLS Team scores: 1. Atlee 165; 2. Maggie Walker Governor’s School 108; 3. Colonial Heights 82; 4. Lee-Davis 66; 5. Hanover 40; Patrick Henry 39. Individual results 200-yard medley relay: 1. Atlee (Mo. Murphy, Ma. Murphy, Mackey, Wilkerson) 1:53.98; 200 freestyle: 1. Richey (CH) 1:51.77; 200 individual medley: 1. Ma. Murphy (Atl) 2:12.00; 50 freestyle: 1. Magnusson (CH) 24.40; 100 butterfly: 1. Mackey (Atl) 1:01.46; 100 freestyle: 1. Magnusson (CH) 53.43; 500 freestyle: 1. Richey (CH) 4:59.48; 200 freestyle relay: 1. Colonial Heights (Page, Warro, Magnusson, Richey) 1:42.69; 100 backstroke: 1. Ikenberry (L-D) 1:01.86; 100 breaststroke: 1. Ma. Murphy (Atl) 1:09.24; 400 freestyle relay: 1. Colonial Heights (Richey, Kocik, Warro, Magnusson) 3:47.41.

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Defense delivers for Hampden-Sydney Tigers stymie Jackets, maintain their grip on ODAC lead

By Vic Door Jr Media General News Services Hampden-Sydney’s No. 17ranked Tigers jolted RandolphMacon with two potent defensive punches. The first knocked down the Yellow Jackets. The second knocked them out. H-SC maintained its grip on first place in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference by smothering the Yellow Jackets 66-47 in Wednesday night’s ODAC basketball showdown in soldout Crenshaw Gym. The Tigers, who permitted the home team to shave eight points from a 15-point deficit early in the second half, put their victory under lock and key soon thereafter. H-SC surrendered only three Yellow Jackets points between 15:57 and 8:31. This streak of defensive dominance permitted the visitors to inflate their lead from seven to 18. “We take (defense) very seriously,” said Tigers forward Harrison George, a senior who scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds. “The coaches

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Former Hanover teammates faced off last week when R-MC’s Dylan Cole hosted Greg Lewis and H-SC. At left: Cole goes in for a dunk as the Yellow Jackets rallied in the second half. Above: Lewis, left, looks to pass inside against the defense of R-MC’s Connor Sullivan.

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everything else is going to go in,’” Critzer said. Forwards Andre Simon and Lamar Giggetts scored 10 points apiece for R-MC. The Yellow Jackets shot 35.8 percent from the field and missed 12 of 14 3point attempts. Hampden-Sydney, sparked by a brutally effective zone defense, suffocated R-MC for much of the first half and led 32-13 with 2:40 remaining. Randolph-Macon scored on two of its final five possessions to close to 32-17 at the break. The Tigers opened in a man-to-man defense that surrendered not only good scoring opportunities deep in the paint, but also a bushel of offensive rebounds. They then deployed their zone, a fluid and aggressive alignment with 3-2 overtones. R-MC’s response was one of befuddlement. The Yellow Jackets failed to score for the next eight minutes. They misfired on one awkward perimeter shot after another and committed a batch of unforced turnovers. H-SC used two solid

spurts — 15-0 and 11-2 — to build a plump lead. “We’ve worked a lot on (the zone) in practice but we haven’t used it a lot in games,” said HSC coach Dee Vick. “We were playing the percentages a little bit. We’re big, and they’ve got some good shooters. We figured maybe this was a way to make them take contested shots.” The Yellow Jackets got back in the win column on Saturday when they ran by visiting Eastern Mennonite 85-71. Simon led four Yellow Jackets in double-figures. Randolph-Macon is now 149 overall and tied for fourthplace in the ODAC with a 9-5 league record. Simon scored 20 points in his 30 minutes of action, converting 9-of-16 shots from the floor. Fellow starters Lamar Giggetts and Sullivan had 15 and 10 points, respectively, while Akeem Holmes knocked down three, three-pointers en route to 11 points off the bench for R-MC. Dylan Cole and Joe Hassell each had nine points for the Yellow Jackets. Holmes had a team-best eight rebounds in the win. Randolph-Macon shot 52.5

percent for the game, making 31-of-59 shots. R-MC also converted 20-of-30 attempts from the foul-line in the win. Randolph-Macon closed the half on a 13-4 run with as a Simon basket as time expired sent the teams to the intermission with R-MC up 46-29. A Giggetts jumper in the opening minutes of the second stanza bumped the RandolphMacon lead up to 19 points. The Yellow Jackets would maintain at least a 12 edge for the remainder of the game as it secured its 14th win of the season. R-MC wraps up its regular season this week with a trip to Shenandoah on Wednesday. They then host Randolph on Saturday at 2 p.m. in a Senior Day contest where Cole and Giggets will be recognized. Additional information provided by press release.

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reach regionals. Hanover freshman Leila Haynesworth made an impressive district championship debut by winning the 55-hurdles with a time of 8.81 after taking third in the preliminaries. “It felt really good considering that the day before I really got off with a bad start, so I had to play catch-up,” she said. “And today I worked really hard on my start. That’s what pushed me to win my race today. I was concerned about LaChyna Roe (Henrico) because she had the leading seed going into finals and what her position was. I knew I could push hard because I know I could work with her and I just fought and I won.” In the boys’ competition, Atlee finished second and LeeDavis third. Hanover was fifth. Atlee’s Carmichael won both the 500 (1:09.86) and the 1000 (2:45.18) and joined Joe Owecke, Brian Elliott and David Segovia on the second place 4x400 relay squad. Lee-Davis’ Paul Adam edged out Atlee’s Tre Fields for the 1600 title and came in second in the 1000 while Atlee’s Bizz Alidost took the 3200 in 10:31.09. Atlee’s Austin Cannon won the shot put with a state qualifying throw of 52-06.50. Lee-Davis’ Russell Munn and Andy Ordaz were third and fourth followed by Atlee’s Evan Griffin. Atlee’s Segovia took second in the high jump and Joe Martin second in the triple jump. Segovia also took third in the 55 hurdles. Lee-Davis speedy outfielder Haiden Lamb gave notice not to try slipping something by him when baseball season arrives. Lamb finished sixth in the long jump, third in the triple jump and fifth in the 55-meter dash. Atlee’s Bryce Simpson was second in the pole vault followed by Lee-Davis’ Michael Doggett and Atlee’s Henry Buyas. The Raiders’ Dylan Richeson,

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From left: Armstrong’s Kaitlynn Scott and Meiasia Palmer, Highland Springs’ Crystal Thomas, Lee-Davis’ Dallas Tennessee and Shakiya Sheppard and Atlee’s India Lowe battle it out in the Capital District girls 55-meter dash. Tennessee won followed by Thomas and Sheppard.

Tre Fields, Matthew Peery and Alidost won the 4x800 with a time of 8:47.71. Hanover’s Chris Melton, Evan Wright, Lamont Stubbs and Marcus Hall won the 4x200 relay with a time of 1:43.66. With a time of 4:39.01, the Confederate’s Paul Adam edged out Atlee’s Fields for the 1600 title. In the Colonial race, the Patriot girls captured their fourth consecutive district title, rolling past Deep Run 170-107. Senior Jessica Shelton, a recent commitment to Radford, won the 55 hurdles but ran a state qualifying time of 8.59 in the preliminaries. Teammate Lynnell Fisher was second. Shelton also took fourth in the high jump, fourth in the long jump and was part of the Patriots’ second place 4x200 relay squad. “[Shelton] has just been a great athlete for us for four years straight,” said Patriots’ coach Scott Brown. “I’m just really excited about what she’s got going for the rest of the school year; and just keep her healthy and waiting to see what she does on the next level.” Crishina Hooker won the

high jump, clearing 5-00 and Samantha Stanley was second in the pole vault. Fisher won the triple jump (35-11.75), was second in the long jump and fourth in the shot put, Tiffany Harris and Kiana Minor claimed second and fourth in the 300 while Ashli Cole came in third in the 500. Recent Radford commitment Malina Richardson came in third in the 1000 and Schyler Neal fourth. Amy Dunham was third in the 3200 and fourth in the 1600. Neal, Cole, Richardson and Dunham won the 4x800 relay with a time of 10:10.22. The Patriots also took second in the 4x200 relay. “I think overall it’s been a team effort for us,” Brown said. “All the girls are stepping up to the challenge. That’s one of the things we talked about at the beginning of the year. Our theme on the bottom of the schedule is ‘Embrace the Challenge.” (We’re trying to go for four.) But right now, I’m really excited about what the seniors have done: Jessica Shelton, Minelle Fischer, Melina Richardson and some of the others.”

The Patrick Henry boys got another solid performance from recent East Carolina commitment Travis Phillips. Phillips won the 55 hurdles with a state qualifying time of 7.67. It was his second consecutive district title. “I was kind of nervous at first; but it was a good race,” he said. “I kind of stumbled at the beginning; but I’m ready for states. I want to win. Last year I came in third, so this year, hopefully, we’ll win.” Phillips was also fourth in the 300 and was part of the third place 4x200 relay squad. “Travis has been a great kid—really consistent,” Brown said. “We’re really excited about what he’s able to do and hopefully he’ll get a shot at maybe getting a state title. We’re a little bit at a disadvantage coming into the Ashe Center and running; but hopefully when we get down there Boo Williams (Hampton) we’ll get back on even terms with everybody else. We’ll get some spikes back in our shoes and we’ll see how he can stand up to the challenges coming out of the Eastern Region.” Atlee head coach Jim Triemplar, who oversaw and emceed the meet, grew a bit nostalgic about the day’s event.

“It will be the last time under this district, so some rivalries and some records will not become a moot point,” he said. “But as far as performance, there were some pretty solid performances.” At the same time, the Ashe Center has always been a venue with its own quirks. “In that particular building, because you’re not allowed to wear spikes, and the track is so small, there are certain events where the performances will never be so good; but then there are others where under those conditions the performances were by and large pretty good for both sides.” Sprinting events that ran through the turns were the most affected by the short track, especially the shorter relays, 300 and the 500. However, Triemplar was quick to point out, that given the alternative of running outdoors in February, the Ashe Center is a nice place to be. “Lots of times the kids, or the parents, or sometimes the coaches complain about the conditions,” Triemplar said. “But, doggone, I remember the year before the Ashe Center was built, we had the Regional meet

outdoors in 36 degree weather in the rain, and that makes the Ashe Center seem awfully nice. So, you’ve got to be careful what you wish for.” The Central Region Indoor meet takes place at the Arthur Ashe Center Feb. 15-16. Charlie Leffler contributed to this article. For complete results go to milestat.com Capital District Girls Team scores: Lee-Davis 137.50, Atlee 129, Armstrong 74.5, Highland Springs 68.5, Henrico 62.5, Hanover 56, Glen Allen 31, Varina 19 Boys Team scores: Highland Springs 183, Atlee 149, Lee-Davis 88, Glen Allen 70, Hanover 34, Varina 31, Henrico 25 Colonial District Boys Team scores: Deep Run 115, Douglas Freeman 112, Maggie Walker 79, Mills Godwin 72, J.R. Tucker 59, Patrick Henry 57, Hermitage 55, John Marshall 19, Thomas Jefferson 16 Girls Team scores: Patrick Henry 170, Douglas Freeman 107, Maggie Walker GS 106.5, Mills Godwin 71.5, J.R. Tucker 32, Deep Run 30, John Marshall 27, Thomas Jefferson 20, Hermitage 14

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Seniors looking to wrap up careers on top

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From left: Local softball players Jackie Jenkins, Ryndee Ruch, Elizabeth Holte, Melanie Hazelwood and Chelsea Mitchell are looking to wrap up their college careers in style. Jenkins and Ruch are seniors at Radford and Atlee alums. Holte is also an Atlee graduate while Hazelwood and Mitchell are from Lee-Davis. The trio plays for Christopher Newport University.

By Dave Lawrence For The Mechanicsville Local This spring, five young women – three graduates of Atlee and two graduates of LeeDavis – begin the final chapter of a journey that began more than

a decade ago when they were still kids. The journey began for most of them when they were in elementary school and began playing softball. It will end in postseason as they wrap up their

careers as scholar-athletes. And, if they fulfill their dreams – it will end with a conference or national title. Two of them, Atlee graduates Jackie Jenkins and Ryndee Ruch, begin their final cam-

paign Wednesday, when their Radford Highlanders travel to No. 22 North Carolina for a doubleheader. Their former Atlee teammate, Elizabeth Holte, along with Lee-Davis graduates Melanie Hazelwood and Chelsea

Mitchell start their final season with Christopher Newport next week in a Saturday doubleheader at home against Virginia Wesleyan. “Thinking about graduating has hit me hard lately. These last

four years have flown by,” said Ruch, a leftfielder for most of her time at Radford, but who is starting this season as a utility player. “I’ll be on the field focusing on not having any regrets – and to see SOFTBALL, pg. 43 `

Southside combo leads R-MC to 18-4 win James River’s Trentham makes impressive debut By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com Randolph-Macon head baseball coach Ray Hedrick couldn’t have asked for a better start to the 2013 season than the one his young team delivered Saturday afternoon against visiting St. Mary’s, MD. Though Hedrick has touted his incoming talent, it’s hard to predict what will happen when the players hit the field for live action for the first time. Though he returned eight players who contributed significantly in 2012, Hedrick started four freshmen and a sophomore who saw action in only two games

last season. The coach gave his young starters a simple message before taking the field for the first time. “This game, good, bad or indifferent, was not going to dictate their careers,” the coach said. “I didn’t want them to get too high if things went well and I didn’t want them to get too down if things didn’t go well.” The youngsters ran with the opportunity as the Yellow Jackets raced out to a 6-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning and went on to win 18-4. “I’m proud of they way the guys came out, especially with as many inexperienced guys as we had in the lineup,” Hedrick said. “I thought (the freshmen) brought good energy to the club. I thought they played well. We only made one error on defense.

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I thought once the score got a little bit out of hand, I thought we got a little complacent but I’ve got to remember it’s a learning curve. These guys are figuring it out.” No one made a bigger splash than freshman left-fielder Michael Trentham. Batting leadoff, the James River product reached base on every trip to the plate and finished the day 3-for-4 with two hits, four RBI, a double, a walk and two HBP. “Clearly in Michael’s case he has a huge, very high ceiling and see BASEBALL, pg. 43 ` Charlie Leffler/The local

At right: Randolph-Macon pitcher Michael Helbig, left, gets the force at first, beating St. Mary’s Eric Skrzynairz (17) to the bag in the Yellow Jackets 18-4 season opening romp of the Seahawks.

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not take anything for granted, because I don’t know when my last at-bat or fly ball will be.” Ruch is not alone in feeling that an end is near. Holte, a right-handed pitcher who was Ruch’s former teammate at Atlee, worries that the end of CNU’s season – and her playing career – will arrive too soon. “It’s very sad. I’ve played softball since I was 10. It’s been my life for many years,” Holte said. “It’s hard to conceptualize this being my last season ever. I’m so excited for this season to start, but I’m sad because once its starts, it will go by so fast.” The past four years have gone by rather fast. When they began their college careers, it seemed more a change of season rather than an end. “I wanted to focus on getting a good education while I was in school, but as for the softball

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not every game is going to be that way for him but it was nice to see him start that way for his college career,” Hedrick said. Like the team, Trentham couldn’t have asked for a better start to his college career. “I had no idea what it was going to be like, but it went well,” he said. For Trentham, it was the influx of young talent that brought him to RandolphMacon when he had options elsewhere. “In the recruiting process that’s what they talked about, how good our class was going to be,” he said. “I knew a bunch of the guys and I knew they were good. So that really actually did help my decision to come here.” Trentham’s first trip to the plate in college got off to a less than spectacular start when he was plunked by St. Mary’s Zach Nadolny in the bottom of the first. “Welcome to college base-

aspect, I wanted to go to a place where I would have fun and do well,” said Mitchell, a catcher at both Lee-Davis and Christopher Newport. “It’s worked out amazing. I couldn’t have made a better decision in my life.” Holte was also looking for a good balance between success and fun. “I was hoping to get some playing time and join a team that was really close,” Holte said. “I really wanted to find some place I could fit in and have fun. I wanted to be on a good team, on a team that had a good balance of having fun, but serious enough to do things right and do what we needed to do to win.” Winning is prominent on their minds now. CNU, a preseason pick to win the USA South Athletic Conference, and No. 8 in NFCA Top 25 Preseason Poll, hopes to reach its fifth consecutive NCAA championship tournament. “I’m just working hard

knowing that it is my last chance to give everything I got,” said Hazelwood, a pitcher at both LeeDavis and Christopher Newport. “Win conference, win regionals, and going on to win the national championship would be the perfect way to end.” With nine freshmen on Radford’s squad, Jenkins’ goals are a bit more modest. “It’s my last go-round so obviously I want to win the [Big South] conference,” said Jenkins, a pitcher. “That’s the only thing I’m thinking about right now, how to lead my team to a championship.” Jenkins – Big South pitcher of the year the past two years – has demonstrated she has what it takes to lead the Highlanders to victory. But leadership is more than just throwing strikes. “As a senior, you’re not only trying to better yourself, you’re trying to better the team for the future of the program,” Ruch said. “It’s up to us seniors and

the coaches to teach the others what it takes to win the Big South tournament because we’ve done it before.” All five young women are intensely focused on the forthcoming season, so much so that they are not too sure about their life beyond graduation. “There are times when I begin to freak out about my

future,” Holte said. “I will go through some points in my life when I obsessively search for jobs, but in the end I know that everything will fall into place and I will end up where I am supposed to be.” Despite the uncertainty about their future, however, there are no regrets. “I’ve had some amazing sea-

sons and got to play with some amazing people that I never thought I’d ever get to play with,” said Mitchell, who earned thirdteam All-American honors last year. “I’ve got some amazing memories that will be with me forever.” Sophomore Rachael Houff is also a member of the CNU squad.

ball,” Hedrick said. Trentham advanced to second on a single by freshman short stop Travis Lodge then came home off a single from Hanover product Jeb Weymouth, who finished the day 3-for-4 with one hit and one RBI. With two out, freshman designated hitter Michael Kroll (2-for-3) singled and Tim Benjamin’s single drove in Weymouth. Sophomore right fielder Mark Heideman was walked to load the bases and a walk of sophomore third baseman Nate Meiners pushed Kroll home for a 3-0 R-MC lead. Benjamin made it 4-0 on a passed ball and Nadolny’s day came to and end after he walked second baseman Austin Carpenter. Sam Beatty came on in relief to face Trentham, making his second trip to the plate in the first inning. The freshman sent a shot over second to drive in Meiners and Heideman. Yet, after the hot start, the

Yellow Jackets got little offensive production over the next four innings. “A little bit of lull there in the middle,” Hedrick said. “I would have liked to see something a little bit different in the middle, second, third, fourth, fifth innings.” However, senior pitcher Michael Helbig kept things in hand, holding the Seahawks to three hits over six scoreless innings of work. The Midlothian product struck out six and walked two. “I was just looking to put my team in a position to win and look how it turned out,” he said. Ever the perfectionist, Hedrick would have liked to seen fewer pitches from the senior. “I know this is going to sound crazy but he wasn’t as sharp as he can be,” the coach said. “A lot of 2-2, 3-2 counts on hitters which bumped his pitch count up through six. But when you’ve got a guy like Michael Helbig ,who’s been through three years and he’s a leader by example and we knew he was going to go out

and give us a good outing.” The Yellow Jacket offense got back on track in the bottom of the sixth inning. Once again it was Trentham getting things going, but this time he was joined by fellow Southside product Jon Witt (Trinity Episcopal) who finished the day with a matching four RBI. Heideman led off with a single then stole second and a walk of Carpenter put to men on with one out. Trentham came to the plate and sent his second 2-RBI shot of the day into center for a double. “Michael Trentham, he came out of nowhere,” Helbig said. “He looked good today. I’m excited about the season with these young guys.” A double by Lodge sent Trentham home and Weymouth drew a walk to put two men on bringing Witt to the plate. The powerful first baseman blasted a rocket high over the monster wall in left. Meiners later drove in Kroll with an RBI single to push R-MC’s lead to 13-0 after six.

The margin allowed Hedrick to substitute liberally. Freshmen pitcher Austin Bain, right fielder Nicholas Williamson and catcher Kyle Russo also made their college debuts. The lead allowed Hedrick to stick with Bain and adjust to the college game despite a slow start. Bain struck out two in two innings of work but gave up six hits and four runs. However, he got better as he threw more pitches. Trentham capped off his day much like how he started it- by crossing home plate. After being walked the freshman made his way to third where he easily scored on a sacrifice from Witt. After picking up the win, Helbig seemed equally impressed by the performance of his young teammates. “We’re young that’s about it, but we’ve got a lot of talent, we really do, it’s unbelievable. Trentham said the team is not about to rest on his laurels despite the stellar start. “Just keep working,” he said. “Take out those errors they probably

wouldn’t have scored at all.” The two teams split doubleheader action on Sunday. R-MC took the 7-inning opener 4-3 when Weymouth drove in Carpenter on the game’s final play. The Yellow Jackets trailed 3-2 heading into the bottom of the seventh. Tanner Phillips (Powhatan) threw two innings of one hit relief to pick up the win in his first collegiate appearance. Trentham, Benjamin and Carpenter each had two hits in the win. The Yellow Jackets could not generate offense in the nightcap, falling to the Seahawks 4-0. SMC got all the runs it would need in a second inning that saw the Seahawks score three runs with two outs off RMC starter Matt Fishchgrund. Trentham, Kroll, Witt and Heideman produced R-MC’s only hits in the game. Randolph-Macon will return to action on Wednesday when it travels to No. 8 Christopher Newport for a 2 p.m. game.

Local softball players among the college ranks DIVISION I VIRGINIA TECH Kelly Heinz, fr., P, Lee-Davis VIRGINIA Emma Mitchell, fr., P, Patrick Henry GEORGE MASON Casey Price, fr., OF, Lee-Davis LIBERTY Marybeth Sciolino, jr., Util, Hanover Sciolino played in 28 games during her sophomore season with the Flames, mostly as a pinch runner. She scored 10

runs including the game-win- games during the 2012 season, batting .273 while scoring 14 ner against Winthrop. runs for the Eagles. SHENANDOAH DIVISION III Megan Tripp, fr., P, Hanover RANDOLPH-MACON MARY BALDWIN Madison Gilman, fr., C/3B, COLLEGE Patrick Henry Katie Woody, fr., 1B, Patrick Rebecca Parramore, so., C/3B, Lee-Davis Henry BRIDGEWATER MARS HILLS COLLEGE Brooke Throckmorton, fr., OF, Lauren Saller, jr., OF, Atlee Hanover Sarah Goodman, sr., OF, King CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE William Goodman saw action in 30 Mackenzie Keyes, fr., IF, Atlee

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Residential for Rent ∫ APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED King William - Colonial Square 2-bdrm, eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer, excellent location. From $695/mo. $350 off 1st mths rent through 2012. Open 7-days a week by appt. Call 804-769-0867, www.colonial-squareapartments.com LakeRidge Square Apartments , Voted Hanover’s Best for 2011! "Superior" Resident Satisfaction Award! "Go With The Best!" Spacious 2BR/2BA Apartment Homes. Washer/Dryer /Alarm and all Appliances included. Prices from $880! www.lakeridgesquare.com 866-610-1221 804-550-3566 Fax 2 miles from VCC Mall and all conveniences! Windmill Way, 2-bedrooms, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher in the island, balcony or patio. From $815. www.windmill-way.com Open 7-Days a week by Appointment 804-340-2828

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Mechanicsville 3 BR 2 BA very private Ranch with new kitchen. Large deck overlooking fenced back yard. Heat pump. Large tool shed. Convenient to interstate. $1195. per month. Call 730-3318 or 399-3657 MECHANICSVILLE3 to 4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Ranch. Fenced yard. Available March 1st. $1100. per month. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath. New kitchen. Garage and fenced yard. Available April 1st. $950. per month. Call 757-262-8508 MECHANICSVILLE- 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. All appliances, heat pump/AC, full basement, screened in side porch, detached gargage. Battlefield Green Elementary area on one + acre lot. $995. per month + one month deposit. Credit check. Call 804-543-4139.

WANTED RESIDENTIAL ALL CASH for your house immediately.... Call Larry Powers with ERA Woody Hogg and Assoc at 804-740-9120 Need to rent 3/4 bedroom 2-bath rancher with garage in Mechanicsville. We are smokers and have a 6 lb dog & a 10 lb cat. Need Early March occupancy. Call 775-289-2724 or 804-370-8814

Business & Service Directory ADULT CARE Companion/Aid will care for your elderly loved one in your home. Alzheimers Experienced. Available days from 9am-3pm, M-F. 35 years experience & references available. Call 804-908-3738.

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CLEANING & HOUSEKEEPING Call Diane with Hollins Specialties Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly Bonded and Insured 543-3971

House Cleaning Reasonable rates. Contact Linda, 804-437-3412 or l.mccormick93@yahoo.com Pixiedust Cleaning Services A wave of my wand & the dust will be gone! Comm/Res. Insured & Bonded # 61585968. Call for Free Estimate today!! Pixie Pierce 804-517-0173 T-N-T Cleaning Inc. offers regular & Spring cleaning for res/comm. & new construction. Bonded. Ins. Call 746-8805

Affordable Professional Cleaning. Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, One Time. Bonded & Insured. Member BBB. Call Laurie, 305-4068.

AUCTION SALES

Large Estate Auction (Wellesly) Feb 18th @ 6:30PM Monday Night 8073 Mechanicsville Turnpike Mechanicsville, Va. 23111 Antiques, 2006 Cadilac Sedan, Tools, Glass ware, Houseshold, Etc. Building is full! Photos and Details www.GrindstaffAuctions.com

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FIREWOOD & FUEL

HAULING Abandoned Junk Cars Wanted Pay $300 up to $1,000. Cash on the spot. No title needed. Same day pickup, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free towing. Lic. salvage dealer & vehicle remover. 804-247-5263

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Uncontested Divorces & Separation Agreements

Uncontested Divorces $450 plus costs 804-564-0016 Susan H. Call, Esquire

Saturday Appointments 7301 Hanover Green Dr. Mechanicsville

Seasoned Firewood For Sale. Small/Large Loads Delivered. Call 229-2694

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Bed - New Mattress Set in Plastic w/ warr. Full $99, Queen $109, King $189. Delivery/Lay -A-Way. Call 804-218-0680.

Recruitment EDUCATION & TRAINING

TAX PREPARATION

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Davis Financial Services, LLC Tax Preparation Serving Hanover & Surrounding Areas Convenient - I can come to You

Henry Davis III, CPA - Call 914-6233

Announcements LOST GOAT STILL MISSING - Male Goat, brown & white with horns from Company 3 Fire House 8493 Mech Tnpk. Since Sunday, Jan. 6th. Please call 779-3908, 339-9599 or call Animal Control or Sheriff’s Office.

FT/PT openings in a Great, Learning & Loving Day Care. 25 yrs exp. Call 909-2333.

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3-Bed, 1-Bath House in Mech with Large yard. Central Heat & A/C. Close to 295. No Smoking/No Pets. Credit report needed. $825 deposit. Avail. March 15th. For Info and App call 781-0909.

Mechanicsville - 3-bedroom, 2-bath rancher with central air & storage shed. Spice Tree Sub. Available Immediately. $1,200/month with a $1,000 deposit. Call 804-640-3175

This wooded 2 acre lot is the only undeveloped waterfront property in the highly desirable Gaines Mill Subdivision. Easy access to I-295 and downtown. Perfect for your dream house. Offered at $199,500. Call 730-6717

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All Aboard is seeking a full-time assistant teacher to work M-F, 8:15am-5:15pm. Previous experience working in a child care setting with preschool children is required. Must be at least 18 years old. Call 559-0101.

RESTAURANT & FOOD SERVICE KW’s Tavern, a busy new restaurant in King William, is seeking experienced full & part time cooks & dish washers. Apply within: 109 Commons Park Circle, Suite L, Manquin, 23106. Wed & Thur after 3pm, or Fri, Sat & Sun after 11:30am. Located on Route 360. 804-769-2666, kwsfrank@gmail.com

LAW ENFORCEMENT & SECURITY Police Officer The Ashland Police Department is currently accepting Virginia DCJS Certified police officer’s applications for the position of police officer. Deadline for applications is February 22, 2013. Please visit www.ashlandpolice.us for details. E.E.O. Applications and more information can be obtained at the Ashland Police Department, 601 England Street Ashland, VA 23005 804-412-0604

TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS

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

Drivers: Home Weekends! Pay up to $.40/mi. Chromed out Trucks with APU’s. 70% Drop & Hook. CDL-A 6mos. Exp. 877-705-9261 Apply: SmithDrivers.com

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TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

Part-time, Seasonal Truck Driver. CDL, Drug Test & DMV Record Required. Retirees Welcome! Please apply in person. EOE. Crop Production Services, Aylett 804-769-9200

Part-time - Local cleaning company is seeking a person who is detail oriented and takes pride in their work. Must be dependable & flexible. Must have own transportation. Call 305-4068

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

Grooming Assistant Trainee - Experience with dogs a plus. Part time flexible hours. Must be available for Saturdays. Must be reliable. Call 559-8886, and leave a message 559-8886

Growing local landscaping company is seeking candidates for the following positions: Lawn Care Technicians & Helpers: Must have experience with landscaping & grass cutting. Irrigation Tech - Must be experienced. P/T Mechanic - 2-cycle engine mechanic with experience in repairing lawn mowers Must have good driving record for all positions. Call 804-798-0492

Pet Facility looking for Full Time Experienced Groomer. Call 804-730-6816.

Clean Homes - Part Time, Full Days. Experience preferred Own transportation required Call 559-4356.

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LEGAL DISPLAY ADS 5 temporary farmworkers needed for common field labor in sod farming in New Kent, Virginia, for Old Church Sod, LLC, with work beginning on or about 03/08/2013 and ending on or about 12/17/2013. The job offered is for an experienced farmworker and requires minimum 1 month verifiable work experience in sod farming. The minimum offered wage rate that workers will be paid is $9.68 per hour. Workers must commit to work the entire contract period. Workers are guaranteed work for 3/4 of the contract period, beginning with the first day the worker arrives at the place of employment. All work tools, supplies and equipment are provided at no cost to the worker. Housing will be provided to those workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of each working day. Transportation and subsistence will be provided by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract, or earlier, to workers who are recruited outside the area of intended employment. Applicants must provide documentation that they are eligible legally to work in the United States. Applicants should report or send resumes to the nearest local office of their State Workforce Agency, and reference job order #VA338098. Job Service agents should contact Carol Young, Farm Placement Specialist, Virginia Employment Commission at (804) 541-6503. EOE. H-300-13018-852184.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Hanover County is currently working on the Five Year Update of the Comprehensive Plan for Hanover County. The Comprehensive Plan is an analysis of past growth and land development trends and sets forth a statement of goals and objectives with a 20 year horizon for land use, transportation and community facilities. A series of public workshops have been scheduled to solicit public input. The workshops will be held on the following dates and locations:

February 26, 2013 7:00 P.M.

February 28, 2013 7:00 P.M.

Public Workshop on the Comprehensive Plan update, 2012 Hanover High School 10307 Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Public Workshop on the Comprehensive Plan update, 2012 Farrington Fire Station II 14582 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA 23059

Copies of the current Comprehensive Plan and information on the Comprehensive Plan update, 2012, are available to review in the Hanover County Planning Ofﬁce in the Government Building at Hanover Courthouse and at the Hanover County Website www.hanovercounty.gov. Please contact the Planning Ofﬁce between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with any questions. All interested parties are invited to attend. David P. Maloney, AICP Director of Planning 46

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

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

CONCRETE/BRICK Mechanicsville Masonry Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured Residential Projects - Brick, Block & Stone (804) 754-6722

DRIVEWAYS Charles Stanley, Jr. Paving & Sealing Free Estimates. Call 804-925-3999

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

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

FENCING *SUPERIOR FENCE CO* for the BEST VALUE on a Quality Wood Fence. Call 559-2211 Repairs & Improvements of All Sizes Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Winters Fencing 627-2935 Best Prices! Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates.

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

GARAGES/GARAGE DOORS

Mechanicsville Garage Door Sales & Service. Licensed & Insured. 254-0398

GENERAL CONTRACTORS Locklear Construction - Renovations, Additions, Siding, Decks, All Types of Repairs everything from replacing windows, doors, siding to rot repair and Storm Damage Repair. No job too small or too large. Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. Member BBB. Call 730-0589 or 382-7570 Purcell Construction Call Hunter Purcell 972-2215 www.PurcellConstruction.Biz Additions ∂ Barns ∂ Siding & Windows ∂ Roofing ∂ Home Repairs Decks ∂ Porches ∂ Inter/Exter Renovations ∂ Insurance Claims Welcome Free Est. ∂ Lic/Ins ∂ Res/Comm ∂ 29 yrs exp ∂ BBB

GUTTERS GUTTER CLEANING Licensed /Insured. Free Estimates. Call Ernie Perdue, 328-1668

HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS LAWN CARE

GUTTERS Hanover Handy Services - P o w e r w a s h i n g Houses, Decks, Gutter Cleaning Licensed & Insured. Call 363-8393

HANDYMAN Steve’s Handyman Service Home Repairs, Painting, Yard Work, Hauling & More. No Job too Small Call 746-4033 or 980-1727 Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall "Call Paul" For all your Handyman Needs, 804-258-0074 Fix • Assemble • Clean • Paint • Light Hauling • Yard work • And Much More

HEATING/AC BELL CREEK Heating- Cooling Service & Preventative Maintenance. 31 yrs exp. Lic. BBB 559-1045. FRESH AIR Heating, Cooling, & Indoor Air Quality - Call for Service or Replacement Estimates www.freshairva.com 804.730.1999 Old Castle Enterprises Heating & Cooling Service, Preventative Maintenance, & Sales Replacement Estimates. 20 years Experience. Licensed & Insured. 804-314-0122

HOME REPAIRS Stanley Home Improvement Repairs inside & outside your home. No job too small. 20 years experience. Licensed & Insured Ken 262-8845 or 840-0464

NORMAN’S TREE & LAWN CARE SERVICE. GRASS CONTRACTS, SEEDING, AERATION, MULCHING, LEAF REMOVAL, TRACTOR WORK & MORE. FREE EST. LICENSED & INSURED. CALL 769-7197 A SUPERIOR LANDSCAPE Commercial and Residential Landscaping Including design installation & maintenance, 12-month contracts, irrigation installation & maintenance, hardscapes, driveway stone, drainage issues, outdoor lighting, mulch delivery & leaf removal services with curbside pickup. Licensed and insured. (804)746-2605

TREE SERVICE

PLUMBING 30 Years Experience ∂ Repair & Renovation Call 804-767-0979 Paul Brown Plumbing - 28 years in business. New Residential, Light Commercial, Renovations, Additions & Service. We do it all! Senior Citizen Discounts. Call for free estimate, 804-746-5030. SEPTIC TANK PUMPING - 730-7867

KJLC Landscape Management Commercial & Residential Landscape Grading, Pavers, Sidewalk, Patios & Retaining Walls, Drainage, Weed Control, Fertilization, Aeration, Seeding, Pruning, Mulch. Call 746-0827, ext. 2. R. J. Davis Lawn Care, Inc. Complete Lawn Care Service, 798-0492 rjdavislawncare.com Sandy Valley Lawn Care - Insured Leaf Removal and Yard Clean Up Mowing, Pruning, Trimming 779-7046

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

ALLSHOUSE PAINTING

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

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

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

DAVE’S PAINTING COMPANY CALL 730-4263!

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

Riverside Roofing & Construction- Specializing in Affordable New & Re-roofs, Repairs, Vinyl Siding, Thermal Windows. Class A Lic. & Ins. Free Est. Over 25 years experience. Call 804-370-5009.

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

TREE SERVICE A People’s Tree Service Professional work at a reasonable rate. Insured. Free Estimates. Mulch. Call 730-2163. 1% DONATED TO ST. JUDES CHILDREN’S HOSPITA L

Unlimited Home Improvement Carpentry, decks, drywall, painting sheds, etc. Lic/Ins. Rick 683-3490

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

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

Wheelchair Ramps, Stair Lifts, Bathroom Safety Bars, etc. Lic/Ins The Ramp Man 804-467-7061 rampmanllc@hotmail.com

New Paint for the New Year! We accept all credit cards. Dianes Painting & Carpentry-804-651-6134 www.dianespainting@AOL.com.

A BROWN’S HOUSE WASHING ROOF STAINS REMOVAL 804-937-8351 Mobile Perfection Auto Detailing & Powerwashing. Locally Owned & operated for 10 Years! Lic/Ins. Autos, Houses, Decks & Much More! Comm/Res. 804-539-9682. www.mpadrichmond.com Advertise with The Mechanicsville Local Call 746-1235 for more details!

PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352

ADAM S. MEDEK MEDEK TREE SERVICE, INC. Resid. & Comm. Services Tree Removal, Pruning, Stump Grinding Emergency Services Class A VA License Fully Insured – accepting VISA/MC/AmEx Call today for your FREE EST.746-8580

PLUMBING Gary’s Plumbing Repair Service. Lic./Ins. 218-1467

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Pay it Forward Tree Service - Full Service, Log Split & Storm Damage. Pay what your budget will allow. Minimum climb price. Line Clearance Certified. 18 yrs. exp. Insured. Call or Text Troy 804-387-3434

PREPARE FOR SPRING STORMS!

Davidson Roofing Co. Residential roofing & repair specialist. Lic/ Ins. GAF authorized installer. Free Est. George Davidson 804-672-0540 / 804-263-5121. BBB. www.davidsonroofing.com

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

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

Ernie’s Tree Service - Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding. Free Est. 75ft. Bucket Truck. BBB. 730-6563 or 833-9663 Howard Tree Service Trimming & Take Downs. Stump Removal. If it’s tree work - we do it! Insured. Free Est. Michael 746-7546 or 779-7011 day/night. MC/VISA/Discover.

Seward’s Home Repairs Residential & Rental Property Painting, Power washing, & Repairs. No Job too small! Licensed & Insured. Call Larry, 402-6548.

HOUSEWASHING

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

It Fitz Plumbing

R. L. Elliott Enterprises, Inc Full Service Tree Care Certified Arborist MA - 0454A 804-559-8733 www.ElliottTreeService.com Fully Licensed & Insured Serving Mechanicsville over 22 years Mention this ad & receive 10% off pruning or removals. R. Miller, Inc. - 75’ Bucket Truck, Removal, Trimming, Stumps. BBB. Free Quotes. Insured. 730-6563. Now operated by Ernie’s Tree Service

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

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

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

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

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February 13, 2013

DON’T FORGET YOUR VALENTINE THIS WEEK! And don’t forget that now is the time to call Tripp about your real estate needs in 2013!

Call 804-382-5022 COMMERCIAL SITE 10 ACRES

GORGEOUS EXECUTIVE HOME A TY ER RAN R WA

A TY ER RAN R A W

BEAUTIFUL WELL MAINTAINED TRANSITIONAL A TY ER RAN R WA

Commercial Site in the Atlee Area. Zoned M1 for Light Industrial. Owner will SubDivide. $649,950 VIRTUAL TOUR

Almost 4,000 sq ft w/ 6 BR’s including a master suite w/ two walkin closets & a deluxe bath w/ walk-in tiled spa shower & oversized garden tub, 4 full baths, formal LR w/ gas fp, formal DR, stunning 2 story FR, beautiful kitchen w/ gas cooking, large morning room, 2 zone heating & cooling, 2 car garage, fenced back yard, detached tool shed w/ electricity, rear deck and So Much More on a Cul-DeSac Lot! $399,900

Brick Front Transitional boasts almost 3,100 sq ft, formal rooms & w/ wd flrs, family room w/ wd flrs, gas fireplace & surround sound, eat-in kitchen w/ all appliances conveying, 4 BR’s including a master suite w/ a deluxe bath w/ a jetted tub, 512 +/- sq ft ready to finish walk-up attic, full size utility room, 2 car garage, rear deck, 2 zone electric heat pump w/ gas back-up, and detached tool shed sitting on a 3/4 Acre Lot. $339,500

OFFICE CONDO END UNIT

OVER 3,600 SQ. FT. RANCHER W/ TWO CAR GARAGE

IN-LAW SUITE–HANOVER HIGH DISTRICT–7 ACRES

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1,949 square feet end unit office condo - centrally located in the Atlee area (behind WaWa). Perfect set-up for Legal Practice. Reception area, conference room, and four private offices low-CAM. This office space is ready to move into. $296,765

SPACIOUS FIVE BEDROOM COLONIAL A TY ER RAN R WA

D 2 N DI L O S

Immaculate Transitional w/ almost 3,800 finished and almost 600 unfinished sq. ft., 5 BRs, two full baths & two half baths, formal rooms w/ FR w/ gas fp, 2- car attached garage, four season rear porch, two zone heating & cooling, full irrigation and SO MUCH MORE! $329,000

VIRTUAL TOUR

Only Four Years New—custom built vinyl sided colonial on 7 acres, finished basement which is already set-up for an in-law suite with kitchenette & bath, 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, spacious kitchen with wood floors, bay window & stainless appliances conveying, full wrap porch, detached tool shed plus ERA Home Warranty. Close to everything! $259,950 VIRTUAL TOUR

Almost 2,200 Square Feet Renovated Cape Cod! Four or five bedrooms, three new tiled full baths, new kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, new roof, new windows, new large rear deck, new gas furnace plus central air, spacious detached two car garage, and new paved drive. $247,950 VIRTUAL TOUR

ALMOST 1,800 SQUARE FEET COLONIAL

TOWNHOUSE - ATLEE SCHOOL DISTRICT

OVER 2,200 SQUARE FOOT TRANSITIONAL

AYS D 10 N I D SOL

Colonial Home sitting on over a half acre lot features 3 BR’s, 2 ½ baths, formal rooms w/ wd flrs, family room w/ wd flrs & gas fp, eat-in kitchen w/ appliances, full size utility room, vinyl siding & windows, rear deck, detached tool shed, electric heat pump/ central air plus one year ERA Home Warranty. VIRTUAL TOUR $189,000

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Almost 2,900 square feet including the third floor, 5 BRs, eat-in kitchen with Granite countertops and Maple cabinets, rear staircase, formal dining room, large family room with gas fireplace, rear deck, two car garage, two zone heating and cooling, rear deck, vinyl siding and windows plus One Year ERA Home Warranty. Sitting on a private 2/3-acre cul-de-sac lot. VIRTUAL TOUR $314,950

SOL

This Transitional home features four bedrooms, including a master suite with a sitting area and walk-in closet, formal dining room, great room with gas fireplace, eat-in kitchen, walk-up attic for storage, maintenance-free vinyl siding and windows, one-car attached garage, front porch, plus rear deck. In the Hanover High School District. $220,000

BEAUTIFUL TRANSITIONAL ASH CREEK

UPDATED TOWNHOUSE HENRICO COUNTY

A TY ER RAN R WA

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Over 2,600 sq ft, four bedrooms including a master suite with two walk-in closets plus a deluxe bath, two story foyer, formal rooms, paint, all appliances conveying, two car garage, rear deck, partially fenced back yard, irrigation system, pull down attic plus ERA One Year Home Warranty. $297,000.

VIRTUAL TOUR

A TY ER RAN R WA

3 N I D SOL

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Three Bedrooms, Eat-In Kitchen With New Tile Flooring, New Paint Throughout, New Plumbing Fixtures, New Light Fixtures, Pull Down Attic, Stack Wash/Dryer Plus ERA One Year Warranty. Great Investment Property! $99,950

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PRICED TO SELL! 1,613 sq. ft., 3 BRs, 2½ baths, kitchen w/ granite countertops, breakfast nook, plus all appliances, living room, rec room, one car garage, oversize rear deck, rear patio, vinyl fenced backyard, natural gas heat & central air, aggregate concrete drive & walkway $190,000

IF A NEW HOME OR SELLING YOUR EXISTING HOME IS IN THE PLANS FOR 2013 CALL TRIPP!

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TOTALLY RENOVATED CAPE COD– STRATFORD HILLS

Over 3,600 Square Feet Updated Rancher Sitting On Almost An Acre Private Lot! 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, beautiful wood floors throughout, renovated kitchen with Granite countertops, office, stone FP separating the living & family room, electric heat w/ natural gas back-up, two 2 car garages, huge rear deck VIRTUAL TOUR overlooking creek and more. $289,950

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Custom Built Rancher sitting on a 2.7 acre lot with tons of wood floors, Granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances, huge 2 car garage, 1,700-square-foot second story ready to be finished, brick and vinyl siding, electric heat pump and central air, screen porch and more. Beautiful Setting – Close to Cold VIRTUAL TOUR Harbor Battlefield! $329,900

A TY ER R AN R WA

FRESH TO THE MARKET

BASEMENT HOME – CHICKAHOMINY OAKS A TY ER RAN R WA

VIRTUAL TOUR

A TY ER RAN R WA

Spacious Colonial w/ almost 3,000 sq ft, formal rooms w/ wd flrs, family room w/ brick fp, eat-in kitchen, Florida room, two rear staircases, full front porch, rear deck, maintenance free vinyl siding & replacement windows, newer dimensional roof, 2-car attached rear entry garage, paved drive, 2-zone electric heat pump/central air plus one year ERA Home Warranty. VIRTUAL TOUR $289,950

CUSTOM BUILT RANCHER