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Chalkley seeks to level salary issue By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

tions, Chalkley said his salaries are still falling “I have one with three to six years’ experience. short when compared to neighboring localities. She makes the same as the people who have been There are seven assistant attorneys in here for six months,” Chalkley said. Commonwealth’s Attorney Trip Chalkley told Chalkley’s office, and he said they are working at He said her compensation is $7,200 below the Hanover County Board of Supervisors last her counterparts in the metro area, and asked for week that he needs more money to compensate Human Resources and Public Utilities $2,000 in additional compensation. some members of his staff. directors present their budgets He requested $5,000 increases for employees During a budget workshop session on see page 4 in two other categories. Wednesday, he asked the supervisors for an The biggest slice of the additional request additional $25,000 to compensate his senior maximum efficiency. Jim Ridolphi for The Local He’s asking for no additional compensation would compensate Chalkley’s chief assistant, who assistants. Commonwealth’s Attorney Trip Chalkley told Even with a $5,000 reduction in training costs for two employees who have less than two years is his words is “$25,000 below the metropolitan the Hanover County Board of Supervisors that he needs an additional $25,000 of local funds to and other measures taken by his office, including on the job experience, but is asking for adjustsee CHALKLEY, pg. 4 meet salary concerns in his office. withdrawing from some professional organiza- ments for more senior members of his staff.

Culinary talents raise funds Hanover, Patrick Henry and Atlee high schoosl’ IB programs prepared a smorgasbord of offerings for parents and students to sample. Admission tudents in Hanover County’s International cost $5 for all the food attendees could eat, as Baccalaureate program, commonly known well as a chance to vote on the schools’ individual as IB, excel in the classroom. dishes and themes. During a recent event, they got out of Students from Lee-Davis wore paper chef hats the classroom and into the kitchen to raise money and arranged their food among large cardboard for good causes, with a little healthy competition recreations of book covers, including Zora Neale thrown in the mix. Hurston’s “Their Eyes Were Watching God,” Lee-Davis High School High School hosted Albert Camus’ “The Stranger,” Gabriel Garcia a Top Chef competition in its commons on see CULINARY, pg. 7 Thursday, Feb. 27. Students from that school and

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Lee-Davis High School students enjoyed sampling dishes prepared by their peers. Shown are, from left, Madison Scalf, Sloan Minor, Dominic Estes, Austin Farrar, Morgan Boyle and Erin Dickson.

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Tom Robinson, chief of Global Emergency Response, and his training team recently provided practical tips to help individuals, families and neighborhoods get ready to deal with a wide range of challenges from tornadoes to terrorist incidents. This overview of Emergency Preparedness and Serious Incident Survival was hosted by the King William T.E.A. Party’s Education Committee and held in King William County‘s Administration Building. While brief, the training included tips on setting up a network to connect individuals in widespread and prolonged power outages when electronic communications are no longer available. This, Robinson noted, facilitates life-saving networking for those who need medical attention, refrigeration for medications, sources for 4x4s, chainsaws, food, fuel and heat. Team members, recently retired Marine Scot Nevil and former Navy Special Warfare operator Brad Phlipot, addressed some important additional considerations. These included methods for finding water

and making it safe to drink, ensuring an adequate supply of food for short-term and longterm needs, health and medical issues, as well as preparing “grab-and-go” kits if immediate evacuation is necessary. A comprehensive informational handout, provided as part of the training, lists numerous internet resources for specific topics in the program including this link: offgridsurvival. com/survivalwebsites/ The emergency preparedness theme will continue at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, at the county administration building with a presentation by local resident Joe Ordia, co-founder of Preparedness Experts Group, offering tips and resources for preparing your home and family. KWTP’s meetings are open to all citizens. They begin promptly at 7 p.m. and dismiss by 8 p.m. Meetings are usually conducted the second and fourth Thursdays each month at the King William County Administration Building just off U.S. 30 at Horse Landing Road behind the old courthouse. For more information, visit the website at www.kwteaparty.com.

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A suspect assaulted a victim A suspect assaulted a victim Feb 27 at a location on Rural Point at a location on Fort Myers Road. A suspect was found Road. obtaining drugs fraudulently at a location on Feb. 26 Feb. 22 Mechanicsville Tpk. A suspect stole items at a A suspect assaulted a A suspect abducted a victim location on Bell Creek Rd. victim at a location on Apple at a location on Polegreen Blossom Drive. A suspect obtained money Road fraudulently at a location on An unknown suspect struck Legacy Park Dr. a victim’s vehicle fled the Feb. 28

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A suspect damaged a victim’s property at a location on Chamberlayne Road.

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A suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance at location on Bell Creek Rd.

An unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident at a location on Bell Creek Rd. A suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance at location on Chamberlayne Road. An unknown suspect fled the scene of an accident at

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A suspect assaulted a victim at a location on Mechanicsville Tpk. Unknown suspect used a victim’s information without permission at a location on Bell Creek Road.

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Suspects assaulted each other at a location on Hill Club Lane.

A suspect left without paying for services at a location on Sandy Lane.

A unknown suspect used a victim’s information without permission at a location on Cady’s Cove Drive.

A suspect violated a protective order at a location on Holly Berry Road.

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A suspect stole items at a location on Parsons Road.

A suspect stole items at a location on Bell Creek Rd.

A suspect stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road.

An unknown suspect broke into a location on Cold Harbor Road.

A suspect stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road.

A suspect assaulted victims at a location on Walnut Spring Place.

A suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance at location on Mechanicsville Tpk.

Unknown suspect/s damaged property at a location on Ridge View Road.

A suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance at location on Bell Creek Road.

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A suspect was in possession of alcohol and under the age of 21 at location on Dress Blue Circle.

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A suspect stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road.

A suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance at location on Old Cavalry Drive.

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average.” “She’s responsible for the other seven attorneys in my office. She files the motions and tries the most serious cases,” Chalkley said. “Quite candidly, if that person were to leave, I don’t think I could hire a chief deputy for that salary,” Chalkley said. Chalkley said a revolving door in his office, which tries more than 1,000 felony cases annually, results in higher work loads for his assistants, additional training time,

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tions. Janet Lawson, Human Resources director, said the county has lost about 80 fulltime positions in the past five years. This year’s proposal restores 20 of them. She said future budgets would address other lost positions. Supervisors had not considered the additional positions in past years with belt-tightening budgets and some had questions. “We want to be well staffed, but we don’t want to be overstaffed. Are we looking at these same increases over the next five years?” Mechanicsville repsee BUDGET, pg. 7

meant the remaining staff was responsible for an additional 300 cases. “In summary, I’m asking for $25,000 for these positions,” Chalkley said. “I’m not asking for this based on the personality of the individual; I am basing this on what the position requires.” Chalkley said he does not expect compensation that equates to those in other districts around the city, but does seek enough funding to serve the citizens of Hanover County. “I don’t expect to be equal, but I expect to be competitive. At this point of time, I’m not competitive.”

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“I get to give you the good news in the budget this year,” Seay said. Revenues are up and personal property values also are on the rise and sales tax revenues are increasing, all ongoing revenue for the county. The 2015 proposed budget also restores a popular program among Hanover employees, the tuition reimbursement plan that was eliminated in last year’s budget. Fifty-three employees are taking advantage of the system, which assists in tuition costs for employees who qualify. After five years of stagnant hiring and employee reductions, Hanover County is ready to refill some of those lost posi-

and lost preparation and personal relationships regarding trials. “When they are replaced, they seniors have to train them,” he said. “All that takes time away from their cases,” Chalkley said. Chalkley stressed the importance of maintaining a quality staff to the citizens of Hanover County. “My goal is to retain my people.” He noted that two of his attorneys left the office to pursue careers in private practice. “With less than two years’ experience, they are doing better in private practice than they did in this office.” The departure of the two attorneys

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Members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors are getting to the nuts and bolts of this year’s budget as they begin consideration of the 2015 proposal. Last week, they held their first workshop session regarding the 2015 budget. Kathleen Seay, Finance and Management Services director, provided an overview of this year’s Five-Year Plan and revenues associated with that plan as it relates to this year’s proposed budget, which was presented on Feb. 26 by County Administrator Cecil R. “Rhu”

Harris Jr. The county’s budget director told the supervisors that the plan is still optimistic and “slow but steady” increases are expected throughout the revenue stream. Property taxes, sales taxes and state returns account for 93 percent of anticipated revenues and all are showing increased returns. Some permitting fees are rising slightly under the 2015 budget proposal. Building permit and recycling fees will rise slightly if the new plan is adopted. Health care costs for employee costs are expected to increase by 2.4 percent.

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mercial and residential electrical services to a wide range of customers, including individuals, designers, contractors and churches. The company’s commercial side is its fastest growing segment with a 40 percent share of the business. “Before it was only 5 to 10 percent of the business,” coowner Dennis Balducci said, noting the remaining 60 percent is focused on residential,

mistakes from inexperience,” he said of other subcontractors. “SmartWire360 has experience. They know their trade. And, they are polite and very good with our customers.” SmartWire360 added lighting retrofits to its list of services in 2008 when the recession hit and the construction industry slowed. “A lot of businesses have old-style fluorescent lighting,” Balducci said. “We can retro-

with 2012. “In 2012, we were up 25 to 30 percent over the previous year. That is due in part to the economy, which was more robust, and also to our diversification,” Balducci said. As one of its services, the company installs portable generators as well as whole-house generators, which typically range from $10,000 to $40,000. “We have seen an increase in

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Brothers Dennis, left, and Chris Balducci are owners of SmartWire360, a commercial and residential electrical contractor based in Hanover County.

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OPINION | The Local Views

Cruelty from behind a computer screen

From the editor

To develop or not to develop is the question Might as well open by putting it right out there and eliminate any doubt: This writer supports development, growth and economic prosperity. But, on the other hand, there is something to be said for those residents who speak up during the governmental planning stages if they have the “not in my backyard” attitude. How much regulation should be involved on the part of government? Then again, do you think a landowner should be allowed to manage his/her property at will? With the movie theater debate behind us (at least for now), attention is being focused on the Bell Creek Road/Pole Green Road intersection. Plans are underway for retail businesses and residences. Hanover Land Investors LLC is on the agenda for the 7 p.m. Thursday, March 20, meeting of the Hanover County Planning Commission in the Administration Building at the Hanover County Government Complex at Hanover Courthouse. A public hearing will be conducted. The agenda said the request is “to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to RM(c), Multi-Family Residential District with conditions and B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions . . . consisting of approximately 24.45 acres . . .” It also lists the property as being designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial and Suburban High (four to eight dwelling units per acre). “The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 121 building lots for a gross density of 5.49 dwelling units per acre.” It just so happens yours truly resides in the vicinity of the proposed development. Definitely interested, especially in the additional retail opportunities. It’s still very much a wait-and-see situation. Whatever your opinion is on the project, March 20 is the time to speak out — whether you are for it or against it. Bottom line, though, is —should the proposal continue to advance — the final decision will be made by the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. Planning Commission members and the districts they represent are: .Jerry W. Bailey, Henry; Randy Whittaker, Mechanicsville; Edmonia Iverson, Beaverdam; Caliborne R. Winborne, Ashland; C. Harold Padgett Jr., Chickahominy; Larry Leadbetter, South Anna; and Ashley Peace, Cold Harbor. Melody Kinser

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By Jodi Deal News Editor We hear a lot about bullying, cyberbullying in particular, among children and teens. Electronic aggression among adults is viewed separately in the eyes of the law. Laws addressing adult cyberharassment and/or cyberstalking are on the books in most states, as are laws specifically addressing cyberbullying among minors. Not all “sticks and stones” thrown online qualify as the kind of harassment that can result in legitimate legal action — the same goes for the noncyber world. But just as words written on paper

or said face-to-face can still hurt, so can cruelty transmitted electronically. No matter what you want to call it, grown-ups and teens alike are susceptible to rumor-mongering, namecalling and just plain meanness issued through social media, e-mails, text messages and websites of all kinds. The worst of it, in my opinion, happens on websites where there’s absolutely no requirement for posters to provide any identifying information. Unless someone has gone out of their way to create an anonymous Facebook profile, their comments and posts on that particular social network are clearly coming from a specific person. On anonymous message board sites, posts come from users identified only by handles like “thatsthetruth,”

“wants to know,” “Colorado Chick” and “Wow.” Emboldened by having little to no accountability for their words, I’ve seen anonymous forum users lob everything from schoolyard insults about people’s appearance, personality and private lives to salacious accusations of crime or worse. I’ve seen people’s deaths incorrectly alleged, and rumors of extramarital affairs blossom. Comment threads grow more frenzied as more anonymous users jump on board, offering information that, for the most part, can’t be confirmed in any way. Elsewhere on the worldwide web are entire websites dedicated to maksee CRUELTY, pg. 17

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Reader supports ‘Snow day’ homework I just opened up today’s Local and the letter from Becky Cassilly prompted me to write. In the 15 years I’ve been a Hanover County resident and Local reader, I have never been more appalled by a fellow resident’s sentiments. I cannot believe Becky has the gall to complain about teachers assigning her student too much work. I will bite my tongue regarding her listed priorities and just say that for every Becky Cassilly out there, there are probably 50 people like me, who sincerely appreciate teachers who care enough about the success of their students to post assignments that are to be completed during snow days. I sincerely hope that Becky’s student keeps up the good work. Roger Leek Mechanicsville

Invitation to learn about Tea Party I read about a high school football stadium in Texas that cost $60,000,000 to build! I cannot imagine what possessed the local elected officials to authorize such a boondoggle

and yet the interim superintendent of schools was still defending it. I doubt the local officials in Hanover County would approve such a thing but I will say this: One of the reasons why we will not have such a thing in Hanover is the Tea Party organizations — the Mechanicsville Tea Party and the Patrick Henry Tea Party are the two best examples. (There also is a King William Tea Party.) I am convinced the Tea Party organizations have made the local officials more accountable and effective. They might not — probably do not like — the signs all over the place but it is a good deterrent to boondoggles in Hanover. The Tea Parties need your help — need new members! see LETTERS, pg. 19

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The good news is, he said, the city are more efficient than once these projects are com- a self-sustaining system. Continued from pg. 4 â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was the most economical pleted, the costs will go down. resentative Canova Peterson â&#x20AC;&#x153;So, we will have several expen- source of water for Hanover,â&#x20AC;? Herzog said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the sive years,â&#x20AC;? asked. Supervisor Wayne Hazzard, most economical solution for Harris said there are additional positions planned in future budgets, but not at the same rate as the 2015 proposal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The big jump is this year. Next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has as many as eight public service positions. This is the big year,â&#x20AC;? Harris said. Public Utilities director Steve Herzog presented the only bad news associated with this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s document, a slight increase in water and sewer fees for Hanover County residents. He noted that his department is self-sustaining and operates on funds based on fees collected. Renewal and replacement projects are paid for by customers, while expansion and enhancement projects that are Jim Ridolphi for The Local funded by the department and Janet Lawson, left, director of Human Resources, told the make up the bulk of the depart- Hanover County Board of Supervisors the current budget mentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposed 2015 capital proposal allows the county to reinstate some of the positions lost in the past five years of budget cutbacks. Steven Herzog, budget of $8.7 million. Herzog said the budget con- director of Public Utilities, said joint projects with the City of Richmond will increase expenditures in the next few years of his tinues his departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renewal capital budget, but costs should go down after that. program of existing programs. He said the joint cost with the City of Richmond to fund South Anna District, asked why Hanover.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to make sure we scheduled improvements in the Hanover does not supply its water system will require fur- own water from rivers located are planning for the long-term,â&#x20AC;? Hazzard said. ther contributions in the next in the county. County Attorney Sterling Herzog said the costs with few years.

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Rives indicated that a complicated permitting system also was a factor in the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision to partner with Richmond to meet its water needs. Regarding the rate hike, Herzog said the figures are reviewed annually and predict revenue needs for the department. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our goal is have regular rate adjustments that do not create shock among customers,â&#x20AC;? he said. He proposed a 4 percent increase in water and a 1 percent increase in sewage, an average of about $15 a month for most residential customers. He suggested a 2.5 percent increase in capacity fees for water and sewer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are adjusted for changes in construction costs,â&#x20AC;? Herzog said. Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costs increased more than the projection, requiring the adjustment upward in the capacity rates. Herzog said capacity needs have increased with the revised Comprehensive Plan, which

expands areas of development. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We keep on trying to stimulate economic development, and capacity costs are a big concern for developers. I want to make sure we are not pricing ourselves out of the market,â&#x20AC;? Hazzard commented. He indicated increases in water and sewer rates as well as capacity rates in back to back years might send the wrong message to developers. Herzog said wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t aware of a single applicant citing capacity costs as a reason for not locating in Hanover County. Future financial challenges include Chesapeake Bay TDML regulations, City of Richmond joint capital improvements at a cost of approximately $23 million over the next five years. And decreasing water uses, and expanding the water sewer to un-served areas in SSA is a fiscal challenge. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These projects are expensive.â&#x20AC;? A public hearing on the proposed 2015 budget is scheduled for March 26, 7 p.m. at the Administration Building.

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WHES announces plans for 5th Earth Day Festival Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com In honor of Earth Day, Washington Henry Elementary School’s PTA Go Green Committee will be hosting its 5th annual Earth Day Festival from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at the rear of the campus and in the bus loop at Washington Henry on Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. The school and students made a commitment to the environment six years ago and continue to make strides every day. Dawn Neher, speaking on behalf of WHES, said, “We believe that ‘by leaving greener footprints in our community’ (our Mission), we are spreading the value and knowledge for a sustainable Hanover.” “This festival is sure to be a big hit with all our families and we hope all of Hanover,” she added. “There are activities planned for all age groups and guaranteed fun for the whole family. Please join WHES and be a part of this wonderful free celebration of our Earth and environment. Broken Road Farm Petting Zoo will bring more than 50 animals to pet and learn about. The Copper Line Farm Horses will be available for $2 per ride. Neher said the much anticipated Recycled Fashion Show will once again be hosted by Giggle Me Green Bargain Boutique. For those who like to play Angry Birds, WHES will have its own version. There will be many carnival style games to play with prizes to win. A “Plant Walk” will be held and crafts, crafts and more crafts will be featured.

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Honor Flight to take WWII, Korean vets to D.C. on May 3 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Honor Flight Program, which hosts World War II veterans, will be heading to Washington, D.C., on Saturday, May 3, for its 11th trip. Mechanicsville is one of the pick-up locations. Matt Hartman, director of the local Honor Flight Chapter, said, “The opportunity for WWII veterans to see this magnificent memorial is an experience not to be missed. The first 10 Honor Flight trips organized by our local chapter have included well over 700 WWII veterans and the uni-

versal reaction was one of sin- upcoming also include Virginia cere enjoyment and apprecia- Beach and Williamsburg. tion. Veterans from Richmond, The United States is losing its World War II veterans at a of about 800 per day. “The opportunity rateThe Honor Flight Program for WWII veterans is dedicated to making sure all to see this WWII and Korean War vetermagnificent ans are provided a chance to be safely taken to the memomemorial is an rials that were built in their experience not honor on the National Mall in to be missed.” Washington. With that goal in MATT HARTMAN mind, the local Honor Flight Director Chapter (HFHTVA), a local Honor Flight nonprofit organization, organizes two bi-annual bus trips. Petersburg, Charlottesville and The trip is open to all WWII Hampton Roads participatsee WWII, pg. 17 ed. Pick-up locations for the

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The Lee-Davis High School Advanced Theater class recently captured first place in the Virginia High School League District Theater with the one-act play Wiley and the Hairy Man, which was directed by Rebekah Dascoli. Wiley and the Hairy Man is a short play about a young boy named Wiley (Erica Englehart) who learns to face his fears by confronting and tricking the sneaky swampy Hairy Man (Van Pearce) with a little help from his dog (Randy Linkins) and his Mammy (Sami Davis). The thespians then participated in the 5A South Regional Theatre Competition, where they placed fourth in the Region. Outstanding actor awards were presented to Sami Davis, Van Pearce and Erica Englehart. The Lee-Davis Players are currently working on their spring musical Grease, which will be presented at 7 p.m. on April 3, 4 and 5.

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BROWNING, Susan A., 63, of Mechanicsville, passed away March 7, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Ida Edwards. She is survived by her sons, David Parsley and his wife, Crystal and Lyle Mellen and his wife, Pam; sister, Jane O’Connell; grandchildren, Austin and Evie Parsley and Shayden Mellen. Susan was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed dearly. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on March 12 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd.

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Harold Dagenhart DAGENHART, Harold R., 83, of Glen Allen, formerly of Hertford, N.C., went to be with the Lord Monday, March 3, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Sheila Dagenhart; four children, DAGENHART Harold C. Dagenhart, Donna Ellis, Marie Dagenhart and Theresa McCullough; five grandchildren, four greatgrandchildren; brother, David Dagenhart Sr.; as well as several nieces, nephews and other family members. A longtime employee of Dagenhart Sprinkler Company, Inc., Harold loved his family, golfing and boating. The family received friends on March 8 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., with services that followed. Interment Hanover Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Community Care, 10128 W. Broad St., Suite J, Glen Allen, Va. 23060.

Gerald “Jerry” Ferrato FERRATO, Gerald “Jerry” Victor, 59, of Mechanicsville, Va., was born on this day April 5, 1954 in Fresno, California and lived in California the majority of his life. He passed away on December 19, 2013. He was predeceased by his first wife, Rosemary Vlasik and his cat, Blackie. Jerry is survived by his wife, Addie Brugger; his parents, Victor and Mary Ann Ferrato; Jerry’s brother, Gary Ferrato and his wife, Lara; Jerry’s sister, Carol Ferrato Chatham and her husband, Jim; Jerry’s nieces and nephews, Kim Smith, Chris and Jimmy Chatham, Brian and Tabitha Ferrato; a great-niece and nephew, Taylor and Tyler Smith; numerous cousins, aunts and uncles and his beloved cat, Amber. Jerry’s courage and gratitude were a great inspiration to all of the people and animals he loved even as life’s journey became difficult. A special thanks to the staff at Lucy Corr Village, Cloverhill unit, for the dedicated and loving care they provided. Jerry lived his life to the fullest and is celebrating his 60th birthday, today, in a better place.

Robert Fox FOX, Robert Lee Jr., of Mechanicsville, departed this life February 25, 2014. He is survived by his parents, Patricia Fox and Robert Fox Sr.; one brother, Shawn Mosbly; three sisters, Robernette Williams, Keshaundra Mosbly and Shawntale Fox; and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rested at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St., where the family received friends on March 7 and where funeral services were held on March 8. Rev. Samuel Cotton officiated. Burial Forest Lawn Cemetery. see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

Ann Frost FROST, Ann Coffey “Frosty,” 91, of Mechanicsville, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Frost Sr. She is survived by her son, William J. Frost Jr. (Mary); daughter, Connie Ingram (Steve); four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The family received friends on Sunday, March 9 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. A graveside service was held on March 10, in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Elsie Gray GRAY, Elsie Watson, 65, of Doswell, passed away on March 1, 2014, surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Emmett Gray Jr.; daughter, Pam Gray; grandson, Ryland Gagnon; sister, Betty Smith (Bill); brothers-in-law, Terry Lee and Billy Ray Gray; nieces, nephews, many cousins and close friends. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to so many. She worked at Southwood Builders for 35 years and was a member of National Association of Women in Construction, Richmond Chapter. She loved to cook, raise fresh vegetables and take care of her chickens. She was loved by everyone and will be missed by many. Memorial contributions may be made to West Hanover Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 276, Montpelier, Va. 23192.

Ruth Hagerman HAGERMAN, Ruth Keppel, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2014. She was a resident at Atlantic Shores in Virginia Beach. Mrs. Hagerman was preced-

Spangler; and numerous nieces and nephews; and her dearest friends, “The Lunch Bunch,” Brenda, Faye, Mary Jane and Tilley. Shirley was everyone’s seamstress and was so talented in all of the creative things that she did, especially during the holidays. The family would like to sincerely thank all of the wonderful staff at Heritage Green and Gentiva Hospice for their wonderful and compassionate care over the last several months. The family received friends on March 9, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee Davis Rd., where services were held on March 10. Interment Greenwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Louise Lawhorn LAWHORN, Louise Scott, 85, passed away after a long illness on Wednesday, February 26, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel W. Lawhorn; and is survived by three children, Wayne Lawhorn (Rose), Carol

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Shirley Kay KAY, Shirley Ann, born January 2, 1929, moved to her next Heavenly life on March 5, 2014 after a courageous battle with Alzheimers. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred H. and Ruby Fuqua; brother, Al Fuqua; and son, Kirby Kay. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Frank Kay; sister, Barbara “Ducky” Foos; two daughters, Denyce Corzatt (Jim) and Terry Spiers (Scott); son, Tracy Kay; grandchildren, Tabitha, Amanda and Blake Spiers, Dylan Kay and Tanner

Dillon and Larry Lawhorn; seven grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members. Funeral services were held on March 5 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. Interment Signal Hill Memorial Park.

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ed in death by her husband, Captain George Mellotte Hagerman, USN, Retired; and one brother, Ernest Keppel of Richmond.She is survived by her three children, Polly Long and husband, David Long, of Mount Airy, N.C.; Peggy Wadlington and husband, Wayne Wadlington, of Mechanicsville and George Hagerman Jr. of Virginia Beach; three grandchildren, David Long Jr. and wife, Leanne Long, of Belville, N.C.; Patrick Long and wife, Caroline Long, of Houston, Texas and Keppel Wood of Annapolis, Md.; and four great-grandchildren, William and Alex Long of Belville, N.C.; Victoria and Katia Long of Houston, Texas. A memorial service for Mrs. Hagerman will be held at 10 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 36th St., Virginia Beach on March 12. The family will receive visitors in the fellowship hall immediately afterward. A graveside service will be held that same afternoon at the Hollywood Cemetery, 412 S. Cherry St., Richmond, Va. at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts. is handling arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at hdoliver. com.

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Reserve Bank of Richmond for 12 years, he entered the ministry. Jack served churches around Virginia, retiring from Westwood Baptist Church in Waynesboro. During the Korean War, he served in the Army. He was a former member of the Kiwanis Club, a music lover, and an avid fan of his children’s and grandchildren’s activities. Surviving are his loving and devoted wife of 57 years, Mary A. Mallory; his children and their spouses, Beth and Louis “Skeeter” Stanley of Hopewell, John and Julie Mallory of Glen Allen, Ginny and Don Andrews of Waynesboro, and James and Lisa Mallory of Mechanicsville; brother, Fred Mallory and wife, Jackie; sister-in-law, Jean Mallory; grandchildren, Travis, Derek, and Jered Stanley, Katy and Dani Hall, and Paul, Scott, Lauren, and Ryan Mallory; great-grandchildren, Talon Stanley and Maddex Fitzwater; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service was conducted on March 7 at First Baptist Church, Waynesboro, by Rev. Larry Jones. The family received friends at the church following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 301 S. Wayne Ave., Waynesboro, Va. 22980. McDow Funeral Home handled arrangements.

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Sharon Buchanan (Boyd) and Joan Lemley; his brother, William McDaniel (Ann); as well as two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eugenia McDaniel. A visitation was held at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home on Monday, March 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. Services followed in the chapel on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Interment in Greenwood Memorial Gardens.

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MORRIS, Richard Wayne, 71, of Mechanicsville, Va., retired mechanic/roofer, died February 15. He is survived by spouse, Shirley L. Morris; daughter, Jeanine M. Smith (Tommy); and grandchildren, Eugene Rice Allison and Thomas Smith. RICE, Eugene C., 95, of Services will be held 11 a.m. Mechanicsburg, passed away March 14, 2014 at Washington on Saturday, March 1, 2014 Memorial Park. at the Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill. Born on February Earnest “Hughie” Parker 4, 1919 in Harrisburg, he was PARKER, Earnest the son of the late Milton E. “Hughie,” of Mechanicsville, and Bertha (Carl) Rice, and passed away March 5, 2014. he was the widower of Gloria He is survived C. (Dickson) Rice. He graduby his loving ated from William Penn High wife, Barbara School, Class of 1937 and was “ B u t c h ” a U.S. Army Air Force veterParker; daughan, who served during WWII. ters, Elizabeth He received an Air Medal for P. Mitchell his work in sinking a Japanese PARKER (John) and vessel during the war. He was Chrissy P. Vaughan (Chris); retired from Fidelity Bankers grandchildren, Lucas, Grayson Life Insurance in Richmond, and Lilly; sisters, Barbara Va., where he was a Senior Atkinson (Todd), Betty Vice President. A lifelong lover Sorrell (Lynwood), Brenda of jazz music, he and his wife Seay (David); godsons, Paul Gloria loved to take cruises and Ronnie; and many other just to enjoy the jazz played loving family and friends and aboard the ship. He also was his second family at VCU. He an avid reader. Eugene and was a big man with a bigger Gloria were residents of Sun heart. We’ll love you always City Center, Fla. for 17 years. Killer, Love, Sweetie. The He is survived by four sons, family received friends March Gregg Rice and his wife, Nancy, 7 at The Monaghan Funeral of New Cumberland, Ronald Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Rice and his wife, Claire, of Mechanicsville. Graveside ser- Santa Barbara, Calif., Steven vices were held on March 8 at Rice and his wife, Debbie, of Walnut Grove Baptist Church Florham Park, N.J., Jeffrey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Rice and his wife, Marilyn, of contributions may be made to Mechanicsville; six grandchilThe Virginia Liver Institute. dren and two great-grandchil-

dren. A celebration of Eugene’s life was held on March 8 in the Myers-Harner Funeral Home, 1903 Market St., Camp Hill. A viewing was also held in the funeral home until the time of the service. Burial with Military Honors was held following the service in Rolling Green Cemetery, Camp Hill. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village, 100 Mt. Allen Dr., Mechanicsburg, Pa. 17055, or to Hospice of Central Pa., 1320 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, Pa. 17110.

Dorothy Robinson ROBINSON, Dorothy Meginley, 88, of Mechanicsville, peacefully went to be with the Lord Friday, March 7, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Frank Norman Robinson. She is survived by her brother, Howard Meginley; daughters, Norma Opel and Dottie Karnes; grandchildren, Jessica and Christopher Wells, Evan, Cate and Chelsea Opel; greatgrandchildren, Sydney and Parker, Caden and Kayleigh, Savannah, Hailey, Sawyer and Madison. Donations may be made in Dorothy’s name to the Masonic Home of Virginia, 4101 Nine Mile Rd., Richmond, Va. 23223. For information and to send condolences, visit www. nelsenrichmond.com or call 804-222-8607.

Frances Schmetzer SCHMETZER, Frances Myers, 91, of Covenant Woods in Mechanicsville passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 2, 2014. She is survived by her three children, Peggy Schmetzer, Charlie Schmetzer (Susan) and Marie Pisecki (Jerry); five grandchildren, Katie Grey (Douglas), Anna Schmetzer, George Schmetzer, Zachary Pisecki and Harrison Pisecki; two siblings, Jane Kee (Carlyle) and William M. Myers (Mary Ellen). She was see OBITUARIES, pg. 32

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Festival to spotlight local wineries and restaurants Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

he John Lewis Thompson Learning Center & Pop’s Country Store Museum at 19419 Beaverdam Road in Beaverdam will be the venue for the third annual Beaverdam Wine Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 12. This event will feature local wineries, including James River, Lake Anna, Cooper, and

Mattaponi, as well as restaurants such as Gregory’s Grill, Grapevine Restaurant, and Smoke Shop BBQ.

IF YOU GO . . . 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 12 John Lewis Thompson Learning Center & Pop’s Country Store Museum

Jewelry, crafters, food vendors and local businesses will vend their wares on the fair-

grounds. Live music will be presented by Beaverdam’s own Premiere Band, performing on the JLTLC&PCS Stage. Each taster receives a free souvenir wine glass and free admission to the National Historic Beaverdam Depot, which was burned three times during the Civil War, along with the Pop’s Country Store Museum, filled with thousands of American antiques. see FESTIVAL, pg. 21

Barter Players to perform Little House on the Prairie to be presented on March 27 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Barter Players will perform Little House on the Prairie at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center (the Center)

at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March The group performs at 27, at 500 South Center St. in Barter Theatre in Abingdon Ashland. each April through Admission for all ages is $2. December. The Barter Players are a During January, February group of young actors from all see BARTER, pg. 21 over the country.

HIAPBA event Nothing But Networking set at COTUB Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HIAPBA (Hanover Industrial Air Park Business Association) Nothing But Networking will be presented from 5 to 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, March 12) at the

Center of the Universe Brewing at 11293 Air Park Road in Ashland. To register for Nothing But Networking, go to www.hiapba. com. For more information, call the HIAPBA office at 804-6757502.

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Beaverdam Ruritan honors

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Photo submitted by Lt. Chris R. Whitley

Deputy Bill Shaw of the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office has been awarded the Beaverdam Ruritans’ 2013 West End Officer of the Year. He recently was recognized for his accomplishment along with two Hanover Fire-EMS volunteers who also received similar awards. Shaw also received a kind acknowledgement on the Patrick Henry High School digital signboard from the faculty where he serves as a School Resource Officer. Shown are, from left, Amberleigh Powell, West Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad; D.J. Epps, Beaverdam Volunteer Fire Department; and Deputy Shaw.

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CJ and Megan Seay of Aylett are announcing the arrival of their second son, Kellen Hunter Seay. He also was welcomed home by his big brother Chad. Kellen was born at 8:20 a.m. on Feb. 14, weighing 8 pounds and 15 ounces. He was 20¾ inches long. Kellen’s grandparents are Brenda Seay of Sandston, Charlie Seay of Aylett, Gerald Pruett of Aylett and Melody Pruett of Ashland. The family thanked the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital, the staff at Dominion Women’s Health and Dr. Danny Shaban.

Saltfish Breakfast to be held on Saturday Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com An All-You-Can-Eat Saltfish Breakfast will be served from 6:30 to 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, at the Doswell Ruritan Club at 16433 N. Washington Hwy. in Doswell. The menu includes eggs, bacon, potatoes, spiced apples, biscuits, cornbread, juice and coffee. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children ages 4 to 10.

Bowring paintings are still on exhibit Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com A free art exhibit of Sally Bowring’s paintings continues through April 4 in Flippo Gallery in PaceArmistead Hall at 211 North Center St. in Ashland on the campus of RandolphMacon College.The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment.

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that part of the business because of power outages,â&#x20AC;? Balducci said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When people lose their power, we get more phone calls.â&#x20AC;? Customer service and customer safety are priorities. All of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s employees must pass background checks before they are hired. Technicians wear shoe covers when they are working at a customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, and they are easily accessible if there is a problem after they finish the job.

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and Korean War veterans who have not already visited their memorials and is free of charge. Veterans wanting to go on a future Honor Flight trip must submit an application available at www.honorflightHTVA.org or by calling toll-free at 1-800619-0578 or 757-655-4342. In addition to visiting the National World War II Memorial and the Korean War

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ing fun of peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appearance in photos both old and new. Often, these people have no idea theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been snapped with a cell phone camera while innocently walking in public, or that their personal photos have been lifted from online albums or social networks. Still other sites serve as repositories for risquĂŠ photos shot either without the subjectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s knowledge or intended for private use. Users verbally rip the unwitting subjects apart in comments threads, and often feel compelled to share until embarrassing images go viral. While websites tailored specifically to serve as community gossip forums or ridicule repositories are examples of some of the worst the Internet has to offer, sites of a more

â&#x20AC;&#x153;If people ever need any type of callback, they can call us on our cell phones,â&#x20AC;? Balducci said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We take care of people the way we want to be treated.â&#x20AC;? Linda Berg, owner of Designing Richmond, a kitchen and bath designer/remodeler in Henrico County, enjoys working with SmartWire360â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s project coordinator and business developer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In my work, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important that I have a project coordinator that is on top of things,â&#x20AC;? Berg said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I need to know when electricians are going to show up on

the job site, when they are going to be late and when they need to come back. These simple, basic things are often missing from other companies.â&#x20AC;? SmartWire360 hopes to hire up to five more employees by early 2015. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to make sure we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t grow too fast, but we do want to grow,â&#x20AC;? Balducci said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want good controlled growth so we can still provide quality service.â&#x20AC;? Joan Tupponce is a special correspondent for the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

Veterans Memorial, the veterans visit Arlington National Cemetery and other significant monuments and memorials. Each veteran on the trip is accompanied by a trained volunteer serving as a guardian. Honor Flight also provides a staff of paramedics. Wheelchairbound veterans can be accommodated. Meals are provided to all attendees. HFHTVA also is looking for volunteers to serve as guardians for future trips to stand in as caregivers to ensure the safety of

each veteran. Those interested can submit an application available at the HFHTVA website. HFHTVA is a part of the national Honor Flight Network. Through the end of 2013, the national Honor Flight Network has taken almost 120,000 veterans and 70,000 guardians to the National WWII Memorial. There are 137 chapters of Honor Flight in 43 states. Donations to support the program are welcomed. All donations are taxdeductible and can be made at www.honorflightHTVA.org.

innocent nature also are stained by the meddling of anonymous aggressors. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a link-sharing site I once frequented because I could tailor the news, humor and recipes it presented after to my particular tastes. In theory, comment sections for each posting were supposed to allow me to engage in polite and interesting conversation with other users who had similar hobbies and preferences. After my first few posts and comments got picked apart by the websitesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; meanest users, known in online communities as â&#x20AC;&#x153;trolls,â&#x20AC;? I stopped sharing or speaking up and soon lost interest. Why open myself up for ridicule from anonymous bullies? Even in less veiled environments, where comments are tied to an e-mail address or Facebook profile, people seem

to follow a very different set of rules than they would face to face. Some users are quick to lash out at others, especially strangers, attacking their intelligence, looks, grammar, syntax and profile pictures without a momentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hesitation. Cruelty, it seems, is far more accepted in the online world. Once a photoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the Internet, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost impossible to get it off. Same goes for comments, blog entries and other commentary, which are being constantly indexed and backed up. Curt comments issued from the safety of the electronic realm still hit their marks, which are real people with real feelings. The wounds hurt and the scars stay. You wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t walk up to an innocent woman in the grocery store and tell her sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ugly.

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Mark Isabelle of Mechanicsville will be participating in the St. Baldrick’s signature head-shaving on Saturday, March 22, in Church Hill Irish Festival. He is a sixth grade student at Chickahominy Middle School and had cancer when he was 5 years old. He had leukemia and underwent chemotherapy for almost four years. Mark said, “I had to take a lot of pills and get many shots. I even had a port where a lot of my medicine went in. I hated having cancer but I love being cancer-free.” In honor of his friends and his aunt, Michele, who is battling cancer, is he going to shave his head as a fundraiser for cancer research. Mark’s goal is $500.

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Hanover County youth will be gathering on Saturday for the official Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) Kick-Off Party on the campus of Randolph-Macon College in Ashland.

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Global Youth Service Day Kick-Oﬀ Party set Saturday All Hanover County youth are invited to attend the Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) Kick-Off Party, which will be held from 11 a.m. to 1p.m. on Saturday, March 15, at the Randolph-Macon College Brock Fitness Center located at 202 Henry St. in Ashland. The purpose of the Kick-Off Party is to introduce young people and their families to service opportunities and encourage them to register for a GYSD project. In addition to meeting service project hosts and youth-serving organizations, participants can enjoy music, free food, games, activities and volunteer for onsite mini-service projects. Bennett Pienkowski, a sophomore at Patrick-Henry High School who participates in GYSD activities, said, “Service is one of the greatest ways for people to improve the world and find personal gratification. GYSD gives youth a chance to discover and understand these boons early in life. What better way to ensure a bright future than to instill up and

coming generations with the drive to help better their communities and enrich the lives around them.” GYSD is a world-wide event that mobilizes millions of children in more than 100 countries to serve their community over GYSD weekend on April 11-13. This is Hanover’s seventh year celebrating GYSD. The event is coordinated by the Hanover County Department of Community Resources and the GYSD Youth Planning Coalition and would not be possible without the support of its national and local sponsors: Youth Service America, State Farm, Randolph-Macon College, Mexico Restaurant and Brookwoods Golf Club. For more information, contact Laura Robertson, youth services specialist with the Hanover County Department of Community Resources, at larobertson@hanovercounty.gov or 804-365-4180. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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You wouldn’t call a stranger and harshly ridicule him over an innocent typo. You wouldn’t approach artists at a gallery and tell them their work is trash.

The Internet is a land of vast opportunity, for good and for ill. Wouldn’t it be a better place if more people chose to apply the same rules of decorum, politeness and consideration for others’ feelings society adheres to “in real life”?

The surface runoff is proposed to be directed into a surface storm water pond that recent research indicates is not the most effective way of treating surface runoff. Further, this proposed pond is to be built in (and destroy) an existing wetland. This wetland area is a very effective natural filter and flooding buffer for a large portion (almost one-half) of the watershed that drains to the Thomas property, the big pond. A second area of wetlands that will be filled by proposed roads and houses currently filters another one-fourth of the

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watershed. This development will be destroying all of the wetlands on the property; wetlands that serve as an effective water quality and flooding buffer for the Thomas property and Bell Creek Road. This is not speculation or fear mongering: The Environmental Protection Agency’s report “wetlands- status and trends” states negative impacts of wetland loss are “The increase in flood damages, drought damages, and the declining bird populations are, in part, the result of wetlands degradation and destruction.” Mitigating these wetland losses by protecting or creating wet-

lands somewhere else in the commonwealth does nothing to serve our community. Second — Groundwater: Residents of Meadowgate receive their water from groundwater wells. This development will potentially have an impact on the quality and volume of water in these wells. I don’t know how to address the volume of water but know from experience any construction that changes water flow can impact well water. I am requesting research be done to determine the impact of this development — during construction as well as long see LETTERS, pg. 21

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captives in our homes during high traffic times and special events such as Christmas shopping, race day or the Hanover Tomato Festival. Increased traffic at the Bell Creek and Pole Green Road intersections leads into my other concern, the environmental impact. I am concerned about the potential impacts to surface and ground water from this development. First — the surface water: This project will generate a significant increase in storm water runoff that will carry metals from brake pad and tire dust, hydrocarbons and other pollutants associated with cars and the urban landscape.

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we still have it — get involved in better government — local, Continued from pg. 6 state and national — join your The last supervisor races in local Tea Party today. Sandy Sanders 2011 were influenced by the Tea Mechanicsville Partiers working the polls and helping several surprise winners. One long-time supervisor was defeated in a primary, and, in another district, the incumbent was defeated by a political unknown. Thank you for this opporWe need a strong Tea Party tunity to express the concerns I organization to keep local offi- have about the proposed develcials accountable and effective. opment of property located at (This is true at the state and the corner of Bell Creek and national level and a strong Tea Pole Green Roads. Hopefully Party presence is needed here, The Mechanicsville Local will too!) be the avenue to notify Hanover Objections abound, but I County residents that have not have kids! heard about this proposed You don’t have to go to every development. meeting. But for the sake of I have a number of concerns those kids and your commu- but will take this time to only nity, state and nation, you need address two. These being the to get involved. Learn more! impact on current poor traffic Meet politicians! conditions as well as the potenI never met an elected offi- tial for ecological damage this cial until I was a teenager work- development may cause. ing for a major party. Bring the The traffic concerns have kids! They might learn some been noted by many citizens real history not the U.S. is bad so I will summarize these. They stuff found too often in text- include the increased traffic on books. Just last month, Del. Rob both Bell Creek and Pole Green Bell, was the featured speaker at roads, the dangerous proposed the Mechanicsville Tea Party. entrance at the bottom of a But aren’t Tea Party people hill and in a curve, Bell Creek kooks and racists? I have never is very narrow, the proposed met a racist at a Tea Party func- retail exit into a merge lane is tion. Yes, a few have strange a promised accident, and the ideas but that is true in every frightening possibility of loss political group. of life and property should an I would say: Hanover needs emergency occur during heavy the Tea Party and needs your traffic periods. input! Come out to a meetBoth of these roads become ing and see. The greatest so crowded during peak trafHanoverian, Patrick Henry, said fic times that response times “Give me liberty or give me would be increased. death!” Thank the Lord Jesus And considering the traffic we do not have to make that jams we face at U.S. 360 and choice. Not yet. Bell Creek/Sandy Lane, we Bell Exercise that liberty while Creek residents are basically

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings A Towne Garden Club Wednesday, March 12 Goodwill will hold a Job Search Tips class from 10 to 11 a.m. and also will hold a Dollar General Pre-Screening event from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 3 p.m. at Goodwill Employment Center, 7147 Brandy Run Drive in Mechanicsville. For information call 417-6721. Join HIAPBA from 5 to 7 p.m. for some brews and good company. This meeting takes place at Center of the Universe Brewing Company located at 11293 Air Park Road in Ashland. For more information, call the HIAPBA office at 804-675-7502.

meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at New Highland Baptist Church located at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville. Sandy McDougle, owner of Sandy’s Plants, will present “Complementary Plantings.” Learn how to make beautiful plant combinations in your own garden. New members are always welcome.

Friday, March 14

Family Storytime will be held from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hanover Branch of the Pamunkey Regional Library. Sing, share stories and make crafts. All ages are welcome. St. Paul Lutheran Church For information visit the will hold a midweek Lenten library at 7527 Library Drive Dinner at 6 p.m. and Worship or call 365-6210. Service at 7 p.m. at 8100 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville Saturday, March 15 Rev. Rodney Bitely is pastor. The Shady Grove United For information call 427-7500 Methodist Women Yard Sale or visit www.saintpaul-lcms. will be held from 7 a.m. to 2 com. p.m. at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. There will Thursday, March 13 be many household goods, Goodwill will hold an clothing, toys, jewelry, tools, Interviewing and Thank You crafts, books and much more. Letters class from 10 to 11 Breakfast and lunch items will a.m. at Goodwill Employment be available for purchase. The Center, 7147 Brandy Run Drive United Methodist Men will in Mechanicsville. For informa- be selling their Brunswick tion call 417-6721. stew. For more information visit www.shadygroveumc. The Hanover Republican org/specialevents or call 746Women’s Club monthly meet- 9073. ing will begin at 6 p.m. at the The Alpacas are Coming Calabash Seafood Restaurant in Mechanicsville. The guest from 10:30 a.m. to noon at speaker will be Chickahominy the Hanover Branch of the District Supervisor Angela Pamunkey Regional Library. Kelly-Wiecek and Fred Gruber, Meet Alpacas from the local candidate for 7th District Ashland Alpaca Farm. The Chairman. For additional library will be hosting them on information about the meeting the lawn. Snacks will be proor becoming a member of the vided by the Hanover Branch HRWC contact Lynn Hamilton, Library Friends. For more inforPresident at lynn.hamilton@ mation visit the library at 7527 hrwomen.com or visit www. Library Drive in Hanover or call 365-6210. hrwomen.com.

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The Virginia Equine Welfare Society will be hosting their hands-on Natural Horsemanship Training at 1 p.m. at their barn in Hanover County (off of 301N). Anyone who is not a volunteer, but wishes to become a volunteer, is welcome to attend the training by emailing info@vewshorses. org to reserve a spot and receive directions to the facility. A&J Training Solutions in association with Ashcake Volunteer Rescue Squad will be holding a combination class consisting of CPR with AED, and Basic First Aid from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This class will meet the new legal criteria as set forth by the Commonwealth, and give those attending the course the required certification. CPR with AED is taught in the morning until noon. Basic First Aid is taught in the afternoon from 1 p.m. on. If needed, you may schedule to attend one or the other. The cost for the entire day course is $45. You must register in advance by e-mailing classes@trainingbyaj.com, or calling 804-746-4906 and leaving message.

Fax submissions to calendar to 730-0476, email to events@mechlocal.com, or mail to 6400 Mechanicsville Tnpk., Mechanicsville VA 23111. Deadline is 3 p.m. Friday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Local. USERL’s sixth annual Fire Sale, an indoor yard and TACK sale, will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Old Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Department located at 8493 New Bethesda Road in Mechanicsville. Concessions will be available during the event The sale is cash and carry. Table rental, donation of items and concession revenue will benefit the horses of the Richmond Region of USERL. For more information and to register a table for $20, e-mail info@userl-rva.org. A Global Youth Service Day Kick Off Party and Volunteer Fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Randolph Macon College in the Brock Center Gym, 202 Henry Street in Ashland. Hanover County youth and their families are invited to this volunteer service fair. Guests will meet GYSD project hosts participate in craft projects and games. Guests can enjoy complimentary refreshments, music, and activities like face painting and mini service projects. GYSD is the largest service event in the world. The event mobilizes millions of youth to serve their communities through community organized youth-led projects. Join the Kick-Off to learn how to get involved.

Roll With Mike, a car, truck and bike show, will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Atlee High School. All proceeds will go toward buying Genorris “Mike” Marshall’s family a wheelchair accessible vehicle. Entering a car or bike costs $20, and spectators will be admitted for free. Show entrants will be admitted from 7:30 a.m. to noon, when registration will close. Awards will be presented from 3 to 4 p.m. Festivities will include food, drinks, games and door prizes. For more information, contact Justin Spurlock at The Pooch Pursuit 5K 804-514-5407 or cntwlk@yahoo. com. Information is also avail- Run/2-Mile Walk will be held at able at https://www.facebook. Pole Green Park. Lace up those com/events/318597684868179. sneakers and grab your dog’s

leash. Advance registration only. Contact http://www.co.hanover. va.us/parksrec/ or call 3657150. $20 per runner, $10 per walker, canine participation is optional. Benefits Friends of Hanover Dog Parks and their effort to construct a dog park at Pole Green. Sponsored by Hanover Parks & Rec.

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Tuesday, March 18 Goodwill will hold a Job Fair for drivers from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Goodwill Employment Center, 7147 Brandy Run Drive in Mechanicsville. FedEx Interviews will be held for permanent and on-call jobs. For information call 417-6721. A&J Training Solutions in conjunction with Ashcake Volunteer Rescue Squad, will hold a CPR PRO class from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The fee for the course is $30 per person for a card and electronic manual, with pricing discounts for Hanover County paid staff and volunteers and Ashcake volunteers. Enter at the rear of the building. Email classes@trainingbyaj. com or call 746-4906 and leave a message to register, or use the interactive “contact us” form at www.trainingbyaj.com.

Paula Otto, the director of the Virginia Lottery, will address the Pamunkey Woman’s Club. The meeting will get underway at 7 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Library. Otto will explain the operation of the Virginia Lottery, especially how proceeds are donated to Virginia schools. For more information about the meeting, or becoming a member of the Pamunkey Woman’s Club, contact Barbara Jacks, membership chairman, at 804-746 The Hanover Ruritan 3294 or visit the club’s website, Club meets the third Tuesday www.Pamunkeywc.org. of each month for dinner at Studley Seniors will meet Walnut Grove. Baptist Church at 10:30 a.m. at Enon United at 6.30 p.m. Guests are welMethodist Church Fellowship come. For information about Hall at 6156 Studley Road in Ruritan and Hanover Ruritans, Mechanicsville. The program Club, call 746-5728.

is by Owen Brodie with his bagpipes. A pot luck lunch will Wednesday, March 19 Goodwill will hold a VA follow. For information call Employment Commissions Norita at 746-8078 “The Ultimate Plan” class from 10 to noon at Goodwill Employment Center, 7147 Brandy Run Drive in Mechanicsville. For information call 417-6721.

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Advance ticket admission cost of $10 for designated drivers or $15 for wine tasters can be purchased at beaverdamwinefestival.org. Tasting tickets will be $20 the day of the event.

This event is a fundraiser for the Association for the Preservation of the Beaverdam Depot and the Beaverdam Heritage Days Foundation, two nonprofit organizations founded to preserve Historical Beaverdam Virginia. Corinne Dixon, representing the organizers, said, “Come

and bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy the wine, food and music in an atmosphere of country living at its finest.” She also said free parking will be available and both museums have handicap access. There is a request that no pets be brought to the event.

The production at the Center is made possible by supContinued from pg. 16 port from the Friends of the and March, The Players go on Ashland Library, James River tour, performing at schools Air Conditioning Company and other venues all over the and Gallery Flux. For more information, visit Eastern Seaboard.

www.hanoverarts.org or call 804-798-2728. The Hanover Arts & Activities Center is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote arts, education and community building.

ronment. We have made some progress. The developer held a public meeting Feb. 27 to provide an update on the zoning application. They have changed the business zoning request to B1. The density of the subdivision five-plus residences per acre, this is not a typo, is still being proposed. The developer told me the county’s Long Range Plan is the Bible and it says High Density. Really, our Congress passes laws all the time for future

action that is never acted upon. So, why is this “Bible” not subject to change? The plans have not been finalized for citizens to see nor is there any proposed time for comment other than the March 20 Planning Commission meeting when a vote is scheduled. Hanover residents, please contact your county leaders and members of the Planning Commission. Do we want to be the next Midlothian Turnpike? Faye Toney Mechanicsville

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term storm water runoff — on Meadowgate’s water supply and the environmental impact to our area. By long term, I don’t mean the time it take to complete this development but true long term. We know the existing ponds and wetlands surrounding this site are part of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, and we also know as the wetland/pond goes so goes our community’s envi-

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Interviews scheduled for Boy’s and Girl’s State Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Interviews for scholarships to American Legion Boy’s State and Girl’s State will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 23, at American Legion Post 175 at 8700 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. The American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit spon-

sor most of the delegates from Hanover County. Candidates must be rising high school seniors as of the end of the current school year. Both Boy’s State and Girl’s State will be held June 15-21. Boy’s State, sponsored by the American Legion, will be at Radford University in Radford. Girl’s State, sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary, will

be at Longwood University in Farmville. Candidates should attend a Hanover County high school. However, students who do not attend a Hanover County high school, but reside in a Hanover County high school district also may apply. Scholarships include complete tuition, room and board for the entire week. Interested students are urged

to visit the Boy’s and Girl’s State websites: www.vaboysstate.org and www.vagirlsstate.org. Applications are available by contacting Dave Dehettre, Boy’s State coordinator, or Pat Arnett, Girl’s State coordinator, at: bgstatehanover@gmail.com. Applications also are available from counselors or Social Studies Department at the Hanover County high schools. American Legion Boy’s State

and Girl’s State are among the most respected educational programs of government instruction for high school students. Each participant becomes a part of the operation of his or her local, county and state government. Two participants will be selected to attend Boy’s Nation and Girl’s Nation. Participants are exposed to the rights and privileges, the

duties and the responsibilities of a franchised citizen. The training is objective and practical with city, county and state governments operated by the students elected to the various offices. Activities include legislative session, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies plus band, chorus and sports recreational programs.

VUU Chamber Singers to perform Hanover Tavern is kicking oﬀ ‘Live’ musical series with March 30 concert March 30, in the theatre at Hanover Tavern. The concert will round out Virginia Union University’s the group’s Annual Spring Break (VUU) Chamber Singers will Tour of venues throughout the perform at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Midwest and East Coast. The 90-minute show will feature a variety of musical UP TO 5 Yrs* genres, including classical and FREE gospel music. Financing In addition to the performance, Hanover Tavern also will offer a special pre-concert Best meal that will begin at 3:30 Variety in Tri-Cities p.m. The menu includes fried NO CREDIT chicken (boneless), Carolina CHECK PICKUP pulled pork BBQ, mashed Financing OR SAMEDAY Option potatoes, Southern style green DELIVERY Over 15 DIFFERENT AVAILABLE beans, cornbread, cookies and Manufacturers iced tea. ALL SALES FINAL. Tickets for the concert are $10 per person and the package is $30. The reservation deadline for *SUBJECT TO the dinner package is Tuesday, Your Home Town Discount Furniture Store CREDIT APPROVAL March 25th. Tickets for the performance and pre-concert dinner may be purchased by phone at 804-537OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! NOW OPEN ! 5050. MECHANICSVILLE MIDLOTHIAN 8235 Mechanicsville Tnpk 1516 Koger Center Blvd This is the second year that COLONIAL HEIGHTS Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Richmond, VA 23235 VUU’s Chamber Singers have 1042 Temple Avenue 804-746-7781 804-794-2100 Colonial Heights, VA 23834 Mon.-Fri. 10-7 • Sat. 10-6 kicked off the Hanover Tavern Mon. - Sat. 10-7 804-722-3201 Sun. 12-5 Sun. 12-5 “Live” musical series.

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Last year’s production, “Saga of a People,” was a collaborative work that combined music and narrative. This year’s show will focus on a varied musical program that includes a number of diverse genres. Dr. Willis L. Barnett leads the VCC Chamber Singers. In April, 2013, Dr. Barnett, who has composed numerous works on African-American themes for the Baltimore and Richmond Symphonies, as well as other ensembles, debuted his “Emancipation Overture” to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. The piece incorporated text from the Proclamation, as well as Aaron Copland’s “A Lincoln Portrait,” along with with orchestral music and song. The VUU Chamber Singers The Glee Club at Union was formed in 1921 by Professor Harold D. Martin and was the precursor to today’s 60-voice Chamber Singers. The music program quickly grew, establishing a strong cho-

ral tradition. By the1950s, the Chamber Singers were singing in venues all over the United States. In 1958, their groundbreaking performance in New York’s Radio City Music Hall brought standing ovations from the audience of 7,000 people. In the ensuing years, the Chamber Singers have maintained their high level of performance and popularity in Central Virginia and throughout the United States. Over the years Dr. Odell Hobbs, who led the Singers throughout the 1960s through the 1980s, established the group’s reputation around Richmond, with performances at the Virginia Museum, the Mosque (now the Landmark Theatre) and other local venues. Renowned opera singer Muriel Smith also was involved as a vocal coach and participant during this period. Today they are led by Barnett, chairman of VUU’s Music Department, and Charmaine S. McGilvary. The Chamber Singers’ large repertory of music, ranging from see VUU, pg. 26

CELEBRATIONS | Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries

Beck and Cox to wed in summer

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Leith and Margaret Talley of Mechanicsville celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on March 12, 2014. They have four children, nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

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he families of Miss Alexandra Beck and Mr. Richard Cox are happy to announce their engagement. Alexandra is the daughter of the late John C. Beck and Mary Beck Webb. She is a graduate of Hanover High School and Virginia Commonwealth University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science and a Master’s in Teaching. She is

currently teaching Social Studies at Glen Allen High School in Henrico County. Richard is the son of the late John E. Cox and Susan Cox Clements. He is a graduate of Atlee High School. After serving four years active duty in the United States Marine Corps, he is currently employed by the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office. A July 2014 wedding is planned.

r. and Mrs. John M. Skaggs of Manassas, Virginia are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sara Elizabeth Skaggs, to Mr. Kevin Joseph Boston, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Boston of Manassas, Virginia. Miss Skaggs graduated from Osbourn High School, Manassas, Virginia. She will graduate from The College of William and Mary in May 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Studies and English. She will be attending William and Mary for her Master of Education in Elementary Education with an expected graduation in May 2015. Mr. Boston graduated from Osbourn High School, Manassas, Virginia. He will graduate from Christopher Newport University in May 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science. A wedding is planned for October 12, 2014 and will be held in Newport News, Virginia.

Ruby DeMoss, born February 26, 1914, in Clay County, W.Va. celebrated her 100th birthday at an open house held by her children, Cheryl Lafferty of Mechanicsville, Shelia Farmer and Mike Demoss of Richmond and Sharon King and Shirley Holcomb of Uniontown, Ohio. The open house was on Saturday, March 1 where many friends and family gathered to celebrate and exchange pictures and tell wonderful stories about Ruby and all the love and good times she has shared with so many. Mrs. DeMoss has seven children, 16 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and 10 great great-grandchildren. Her daughter Cheryl said, “the one thing we all agree on is Mom always made wonderful meals and everyone was always welcome to our home which was always filled with love.” Happy 100th birthday to a lovely lady. We all love you!

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A Pooch Pursuit 5K Run/2 Mile Walk will be held from 8 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, at Pole Green Park at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane in Mechanicsville. Owners ages 12 and up, dogs of any age are invited to participate. Lace up your sneakers and grab your dog’s leash for the Pooch Pursuit. Run the 5K trail or walk a 2-mile course. This dog-friendly event (although canine participation is optional) will benefit the Friends of Hanover Dog Parks and their efforts to construct a dog park at Pole Green Park. All registered participants will receive an owner and dog-friendly treat bag. The entry fee is $20 per see POOCH, pg. 28

Soccer, track teams sponsor Run/Walk Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Hanover High School’s 2nd Annual 5K Run/Walk and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run, sponsored by the HHS soccer teams and the track teams, will be held on Saturday, April 5. The Kids Fun Run will start at 8:15 a.m. and the 5K will begin at 8:30 a.m. Food, prizes and awards will be fea-

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ber, $25 per person and $70 per family. The race is open to all who wish to join in on the fun of the special day. Register individually or as a team. If you are interested in being a sponsor, or interested in more information and the registration form, go to http://www.facebook.com/HanoverHawks5K or email Kim Farnsworth at kimberly.farnsworth007@ gmail.com.

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tured. The cost for registrants prior to Saturday, March 22, is $20 per person and $60 per family. Special pricing of $15 for all Hanover County students and staff members. T-shirts are guaranteed for early registrants. After March 22, the pricing is $20 for any Hanover County student or staff mem-

Tavern Live, Hanover’s Concert Series was preceded by Harmony in Hanover, a popular set of concerts produced throughout the year. Like, Harmony in Hanover, the Tavern Live performances will feature a wide variety of musical genres, attracting diverse audiences. Some of the shows will be held outside. According to David Deal,

eating disorder. Shepherd said she knows how to live victoriously in spite of her painful past and desires for other women to walk in that freedom, too. Some speakers and artists that she has been on tour with include Kay Arthur, Karen Kingsbury, Lysa TerKeurst, Chris Tomlin, Michael W. Smith, Casting Crowns and Brandon Heath. To register for the community event, visit www.mccag.org, or, for more information on Shepherd, visit www.hisprincess.com. SHEPHERD The cost is $15. For more information, contact Terra Lawrence, at terra.lawrence@gmail.com or 804306-3790.

executive director of the Hanover Tavern Foundation, “Tavern Live is not just your typical concert series, it’s a reason for the entire community to get together and have a fantastic time.” Upcoming Tavern Live programs include: May 9 —The Janitors. June 13 —No BS Brass Band. Sept. 5 - Jackass Flats & JJ and Company. Dec. 7 —Patrick Henry High School Madrigal Singers. Proceeds from Tavern Live help support the Foundation’s mission to restore, preserve and utilize Hanover Tavern as an historic, educational, community and cultural resource

center. Tickets and reservations Tickets for Virginia Union University’s Chamber Singers concert and for the performance and dinner package may be purchased online at www. hanovertavern.org or by calling 804-537-5050. For more information about that event and other Hanover Tavern programs, check, www. hanovertavern.org. About Hanover Tavern Hanover Tavern Foundation (www.hanovertavern.org) is a nonprofit organization that owns and operates Historic Hanover Tavern in Hanover County.

State Lottery director to address PWC Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Paula Otto, the director of the Virginia Lottery, will address this month’s meeting of the Pamunkey Woman’s Club. The meeting will get underway at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 17, at the Mechanicsville Library. Otto will explain the operation of the Virginia see PWC, pg. 28

Listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places, Hanover Tavern is a focal point of the Hanover Courthouse Historic District. Today, Hanover Tavern offers educational history programs, historical exhibits, heritage musical events, lecture series, art classes and familyoriented special events, as well as a full service restaurant and pub, meeting, wedding, party and events space, and Barksdale Theatre performances in a modern 150-seat theatre. For more information about Hanover Tavern, Hanover Tavern Pub and Barksdale Theatre, visit www.hanovertavern.org.

Flying club to sponsor Swap Meet, Indoor Electric Fun Fly Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Hanover Radio Control Flying Club will host its 12th annual Swap Meet and 6th annual Indoor Electric Fun Fly on Saturday, March 29, at the Family Life Center at Fairmount Christian Church at 6502 Creighton Road in Mechanicsville. The Swap Meet is an opportunity for model aircraft enthusiasts to buy, sell and trade remote control model aircraft, engines, radio controls, building equipment, support equipment, etc., and is open to the public. Admission from 8 a.m. to noon is $5. The annual event provides an opportunity to get bargains on like-new condition or gently used aircraft and gear. Club members will be available to answer questions about the hobby, the club and provide

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guidance on equipment recommendations for newcomers to the hobby. The Indoor Electric Fun Fly will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. immediately following the swap

meet. It provides an opportunity for experienced pilots to knock the rust off of their flying skills after the winter and is an opportunity for the public to witness

the fun and excitement that remote control model aviation has to offer as a hobby. The fun fly is free to the public and visitors are encouraged to stop by. The swap meet will be open to the public at 8 a.m. for a $5

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growth through imagination and play; encourage hands-on mental and physical educational experiences. Members of the Hanover and Mechanicsville Rotary clubs were heavily involved in fundraising and worked collaboratively with Hanover County Parks and Recreation to provide volunteer labor at Pole Green Park and Poor Farm Park playgrounds. “So many lives came together to make this dream a reality,”

Nelson said. “These playgrounds demonstrate the generosity and action of the residents of this community.” “In 2004, we envisioned raising funds to build two playgrounds to serve families in the eastern and western part of the county,” he added. “This third playground, planned for construction in 2014 at Hanover Courthouse Park, is just fantastic.” For more information on Operation Hope, go to operationhopeplayground.com.

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predeceased by her parents, Charles E. and Olive S. Myers; her sisters, Olive M. Wolters and Mary M. Vitale; and her daughter, Karen L. Schmetzer and husband, William M. Schmetzer. Fran Schmetzer earned her B.A. degree from Glenville State College in West Virginia in 1943 and received a Master’s of Religious Education from the Presbyterian School of Christian Education in 1944. She was Director of Christian Education in various churches, taught school for 20 years, and retired from Reader’s Digest after 13 years as an index librarian. After her retirement, Fran returned to Glenville where she was an MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

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SHIFLETT, Mildred L., 84, of Mechanicsville, died Sunday, March 9, 2014. Funeral notice later by Bennett Funeral Home, Mechanicsville.

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Melvin Tate TATE, Melvin Linwood, 86, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 5, 2014. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Kathleen Bosher Tate; and is survived by his wife of 20 years, Mary Eleanor Tate; four stepdaughters and their husbands, Mary and Rick Britton, Sharon and Steve Powell, Paula and Tim Fearnow and Beth Grimesey; 11 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and one niece, Bettie Chenault. A long-time member of Gethsemane Church of Christ, Melvin was retired from Tyson’s Food. Family received friends on March 7 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where services were held on March 8. Interment at Gethsemane Church 7 PM

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of Christ Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 454, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, or Gethsemane Church of Christ, 5146 Mechanicsville Tnpk., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

Kimberly Toombs TOOMBS, Kimberly “Kimber” Gail, 27, a Mechanicsville resident for 20 years, died March 3 2014 in her home. Kimber was born January 14, 1987 in Richmond, Va. and graduated from Hanover High School, attended VCU and J. Sargeant Reynolds. She worked as an office manager at Creative Alternative Solutions. Kimber was very athletic in school, taking gymnastics, cheerleading and

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recently, paintball and loving it. She was in the choir from middle school through high school, Kimber loved to sing. She was always at the fireTOOMBS house to assist with the Brunswick stew and crab feast. Kimber loved everyone around her. She was friendly and had a contagious smile. Kimber is survived by her loving parents, Keith and Gail Toombs; brother, Christopher; grandparents, Virginia and Carey Toombs and Virginia Damron; as well as her boyfriend, Shaun Luker. A memorial service was held at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., on March 8.

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Elderhostel Coordinator, served as a member of the Glenville State College Board of Governors for five years, and wrote a weekly column for the Glenville Democrat/Pathfinder for six years, publishing a collection of her columns in Musings of an Oldtimer. She served on the State Folk Festival committee and received multiple awards for her years of community service. Services were held on March 8 at Salem Presbyterian Church in Studley. A reception followed.

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MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES ASSEMBLY OF GOD Mechanicsville Christian Center: Families encountering Christ Sun. 9 & 11AM, children’s ministries Wed. 7PM, students Sun. & Thurs. nights, small groups. 8061 Shady Grove Rd. www.mccag.org The Bridge – We want to build a Bridge to Christ, to spiritual maturity, and of hope to the world. Our vision is to be “less church, more fulfilling.” No matter where you are or what season of life you’re in, be our guest on Sunday mornings at 10:30. We are located at 8026 Walnut Grove Road, 442-6565. Please check us out online thebridge2hope.org

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 allsoulsepiscopalva@gmail.com website: www.allsoulsva.org Immanuel Episcopal Church Welcomes You! 3263 Old Church Rd., Mechanicsville. Sundays: Holy Eucharist at 9am & 11am, Adult Christian Education at 10am, Nursery 11am-12:15pm, Refreshments at 12:15pm. Godly Play (Children’s Christian Education) at 10:30am on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month (children will join their families in church for Communion). 779-3454 or immanueloc.org.

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EPISCOPAL 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 @ 9:00am & 10:15am Sunday School 9:30 - 10:15 am www.creatorfamily.net creatorcontact@comcast.net

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

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11:00, Contemporary 9:30 & 11:00, Bible School at 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Mike Langley, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Mike Campbell, Youth Minister; Rose Williams, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org Gethsemane Church of Christ 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike Sunday Worship 8:30 & 11:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM 804-779-2044 Bill Wines, Senior Minister www.gethsemanechristian.org

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PRESBYTERIAN Beulah Presbyterian Church 7252 Beulah Church Road Sunday School 9:30 Worship 10:45 Where Faith and family meet

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Meadowbridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7400 Antique Lane Mech., Saturday Services: Sabbath School, 9:30am. Worship Service, 11am. Wednesday evening Prayer Meeting, 7pm. Church phone: 746-2788

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Broadus Memorial Baptist Church, 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship, Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 broaduschurch.org Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.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 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

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 Tyler Burkett, Student Minister Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am. Bible Study/Youth activities 6pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church Worship 8:30 am & 11 am, Sunday School 9:45am Pastor Robert Lee 9200 New Ashcake Road, Mech. 550-9601 www.newhighlandbaptist.org Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth " Striving to be the complete church using our complete gifts completely" shalombaptist.net

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

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

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Virginia Wesleyan at Randolph-Macon softball twin bill 2:30 p.m.

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Eastern Mennonite at Randolph-Macon baseball doubleheader noon

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R-MC men take early exit in NCAA tourney By Jordan Bondurant Richmond Times-Dispatch The Randolph-Macon College men’s basketball team couldn’t get the shots it needed to fall as the Yellow Jackets fell to DeSales 76-70 in overtime in the first round of the NCAA Division III tournament Friday night. R-MC shot 35 percent from the field and 26 percent from 3-point range. “Any time you lose, it hurts,” R-MC coach Nathan Davis said. “It’s a lot of ways devastating, but you have to give DeSales all the credit in the world. They stayed with it when they could have fallen apart, and they made just enough plays in the stretch of the second half and overtime to get the job done.” “I’m really proud of our players and the plays that we made,” DeSales coach Scott Coval said. “We thought that if we could keep the game close in the first half and then get it to the second half where the game was close, that we’d have a good shot. And that’s what happened. But you have to give RandolphMacon a lot of credit. They’re a really good team.” The Yellow Jackets led for most of the game despite the cold shooting. But with 11:21 left in regulation, DeSales grabbed a one-point advantage on a Mike Coleman 3-pointer. The Bulldogs built a lead as

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The faces on the Randolph-Macon bench show the end is near in DeSales’ 76-70 overtime victory over the Yellow Jackets in the first round of the NCAA Division III men’s basketball tournament Friday night.

large as eight points and were up by five with a minute left. But after two Trent Walker free throws and a missed Coleman 3-point attempt, Randolph-Macon had one shot to force overtime. After a timeout, Andre Simon found Chris Hamilton for an off-balance 3-pointer that didn’t even ripple the net to tie the score and send the

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Crenshaw Gym crowd into a frenzy. “It’s something we’ve been running,” Davis said. “We started running it when I was at Bucknell. You see it all the time. Chris just made a hell of a shot.” “We switched out and did what we were supposed to do,” Coval said. “He just made a great shot.”

But in overtime, RandolphMacon’s shooting remained cold despite the energized home crowd. Coleman and Kyle Hash made 9 of 10 free throws to put away the game. “All year, we’ve shot pretty well from the free throw line,” said Coleman, whose team made 25 of 28 for the game. “Especially close in the last two or three minutes.”

Hamilton and Connor Sullivan each scored 13 points to lead Randolph-Macon. Coleman scored a game-high 29 points, and Hash added 26 for DeSales. In the early game, Mary Washington knocked off Springfield 78-58 for the Eagles’ first NCAA tournament win in see EXIT, pg. 35

It wasn’t a sellout by any stretch of the imagination, but plenty of fans made the 40-minute trip from Fredericksburg to watch University of Mary Washington defeat DeSales 77-49 in the second round of the NCAA Division III men’s basketball tournament on Saturday night at Randolph-Macon College. Mary Washington advances to the Sweet 16 for the first time in school history and will play Virginia Wesleyan, the Old Dominion Athletic Conference champion, on Friday at a site and time to be determined. “I’m living vicariously through these guys,” Mary Washington coach Rod Wood said. “And they’re see UWM, pg. 35

Cold shooting spoils R-MC women’s tourney run By Dave Lawrence dlawrence@mechlocal.com Randolph-Macon went to New Jersey and caught a cold. Outshot from the floor and from the foul line by Messiah College, the Yellow Jackets fell 91-62 in an NCAA Division III women’s basketball tournament first-round game at FairleighDickson University-Florham in Madison, N.J. The statistics explain it all. Messiah shot 48 percent from the floor. RandolphMacon shot a little less than 32 percent. They both had 60 field goal attempts. Messiah shot 53 percent from 3-point range. RandolphMacon shot 33 percent. Messiah had 17 3-point attempts while Randolph-Macon had 18. Messiah shot 83 percent from the foul line. Randolph-Macon shot 62 percent. They both had 29 free throw attempts. “We just never … never really got on track. Messiah really came out and totally dominated,” said Yellow Jackets’ head women’s basketball coach Carroll LaHaye. “We were getting the shots that we wanted off of our offense and ones that we’ve relied on throughout the season – but just not falling for us.” The Falcons (21-7) jumped

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making papa proud. I’m not more proud of them because we won. I’m just proud of them. And I enjoy that they’re taking me along for this fun ride, and they’re doing the things that I like to see and like to coach.” The game featured two head coaches with ties to the area. Wood played at RandolphMacon from 1981-85, and

out to a 22-5 lead in the first seven minutes of the game. Randolph-Macon could not catch up afterward. “I think that was a big factor, especially with our young kids,” LaHaye said. “I think playing such a dominating team as Messiah, they just thought, ‘There is no way that we could come back.’ ” Randolph-Macon (23-6) was led by Taylor Huber with 16 points. Katie Anderson scored 13 points and seven rebounds. Hannah Livermon scored 10 points and Lauren Vugteveen led the Yellow Jackets with eight rebounds. Messiah was led by Chelsea Daniel with 18 points. Four other Falcons scored in double figures: Gillian Glackin with 16 points, Katelyn Vanderhoff with 14 points, Sienna Wisse with 13 points and Taylor Miller with 12. MESSIAH (21-7) — Daniel 18, Miller 12, Nichols 8, Vanderhoff 14, Glackin 16, Chavous 2, Seamon 4, Eyerkuss 0, Schimizzi 0, Timmer 1, Hitesman 0, Wisse 13, Kuhn 0, Martz 3. Totals 29 24-29 91. RANDOLPH-MACON (23-6) — Huber 16, Anderson 13, Mills 0, Parsons 8, Hester 2, Cortina 2, Vugteveen 4, Young 0, Livermon 10, Prugh 1, Intermill 0, Staples 6, Berry Dave Lawrence/The Local 0. Totals 19 18-29 62. Randolph-Macon’s Taylor Huber (10), shown here against St. Mary’s College in November, led the Yellow Jackets with 16 points in 3-point goals — MC: Daniel 4, Randolph-Macon’s 91-62 loss to Messiah in the first round of the NCAA Division III women’s basketball tournament Friday. Miller 4, Wisse. R-MC: Huber 4, Parsons, Livermon. Halftime — Messiah 52-32.

DeSales coach Scott Coval played at William and Mary from 1982-86. The Bulldogs struggled shooting the ball, going 5 of 25 from the field in the first half and 15 of 54 (28 percent) for the game. They were led by Mike Coleman’s 13 points. Mary Washington utilized its 3-point shooting to go on an 8-0 run with treys from Dom Morra and Bradley Riester (Monacan), taking a 16-8 advantage midway through the first half.

Riester hit four 3-pointers and scored with 19 points. He also grabbed a co-teamhigh eight rebounds. “Everything from here on out is just a bonus,” Riester said. “We’re really happy with our season, and it’s great to see all our hard work pay off.” Mary Washington’s barrage continued in the second half as DeSales found itself merely playing for pride. The Eagles led by as many as 38 points. Taylor Johnson led Mary Washington with 22 points and

added eight rebounds. MARY WASHINGTON (245) — Farinet 3, Morra 16, Riester 19, Daniel 8, Johnson 22, Holley 3, Yoxthimer 2, Blue 1, Scott 3, Lutkenhaus 0, Greer 0, Snow 0, Sullivan. Totals 26 13-20 77. DESALES (19-10) — Coleman 13, Guldin 4, Pammer 11, Deal 0, Bryan 2, Hash 2, Laird 0, Wilcox 3, Dalition 0, Slanger 3, Kohler 9, Poorman 0, Callahan 0, Rossell 2, Borroughs 0. Totals 15 11-18 49. 3-point goals — UMW: Riester 3, Johnson 3, Holley 3, Morra 2, Farinet, Blue. DU: Coleman 6, Wilcox 3, Pammer 2. Halftime — Mary Washington 38-15.

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the break, Springfield cut Mary Washington’s lead to seven points, but could not get within striking distance.

school history. Senior Bradley Reister (Monacan) had a game-high 22 points and shared the teamhigh in rebounding with Dylan Fairnet with five. But it was freshman guard Asa Scott (Douglas Freeman) who stepped up when Dajon Daniel found himself in foul trouble to help pace the Eagles. Scott finished with 11 points. Trailing by nine points at

DESALES (19-9) — Coleman 29, Guldin 3, Pammer 6, Deal 6, Bryan 2, Hash 26, Laird 2, Kohler 0, Poorman 0, Callahan 2. Totals 21 25-28 76. RANDOLPH-MACON (207) — Badger 3, Moore 2, Hassell 8, Simon 6, Sullivan 13, Jackson 2, Wilson 8, Walker 10, Hamilton 13, Holmes 5. Totals 25 14-20 70. 3-point goals — DC: Coleman 2, Pammer 2, Deal 2, Hash 2, Guldin; R-MC: Hamilton 2, Wilson 2, Badger, Holmes. Halftime — Randolph-Macon 27, DeSales 25.

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Randolph-Macon lacrosse stifles Susquehanna By Dave Lawrence dlawrence@mechlocal.com Randolph-Macon started slow, but the Yellow Jackets’ men’s lacrosse team picked up steam as they held Susquehanna scoreless in the third quarter to claim a 13-8 victory over the visiting Crusaders at Day Field Saturday. Susquehanna took an early lead, 2-1 after the first quarter, but the Yellow Jackets held on the ball throughout most of the second and third quarters and built up a 9-5 lead through the third quarter. Jason Andrews led Randolph-Macon (3-3) with seven goals. “We just moved the ball really well, had some kids step up,” the senior midfielder said. “Our attacks stepped up. Our midis did their job and moved the ball up top and dodged hard over to the cage.” Keeping the Crusaders (2-3) out of Randolph-Macon’s net in the third quarter was key. “Our third quarters have been iffy all year,” Andrews said. “When we have that lead, we

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Left, Randolph-Macon’s Jason Andrews (20) gets off a shot despite the efforts of Susquehanna defender Ten Benoit (8) in the Yellow Jackets’ 13-8 men’s lacrosse victory over the visiting Crusaders at Day Field Saturday. Above, Andrews (20) seeks an opening to Susquehanna’s net.

“Their faceoff guy [Nick Susquehanna head coach tend to let other teams come back. We came out here that Stewart Moan said the Yellow Benhoff] played an excelsecond half and really put it Jackets won the game at the lent game,” Moan said. “They continued to have balls. They faceoff. away.”

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have struggled with this season – was vital to their victory. “We’ve been really trying to have our best defense be our offense holding onto the ball,” Sheridan said. “We’ve got to have better focus. When we’re focused, we’ve shown that we can shut down some of the teams.”

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R. Nicholas Atkins, from King William, caught this 73-pound blue catfish on Saturday, Jan. 18, while fishing on the Mattaponi River near Walkerton.

continued to have more possessions, more opportunities. He was absolutely the difference in the game.” Benhoff won 19 of 21 faceoffs. Randolph-Macon head coach J.B. Sheridan said having a consistently strong offense – something the Yellow Jackets

Oak Knoll overcame a 16point third-quarter deficit to win the middle school basketball championship in January with a 48-46 victory over John Rolfe at Varina High School. Hot shooting gave John Rolfe an early lead and a strong defense helped the Indians extend throughout the first half. They led 40-24 late in the third quarter when Oak Knoll coach

Kelly Madison called a timeout to rally the Knights. The timeout worked. Oak Knoll began to chip into John Rolfe’s lead and overtook the Indians 47-46 with 11 seconds remaining in the game. Michael Chin converted a free throw to make it 48-46. A desperation John Rolfe jump shot missed to give the Knights the championship. Oak Knoll (10-1) was led by Jack Chenault with 23 points and Nick Zona with 14.

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Oak Knoll’s middle school boys basketball championship team are: (first row, left to right) Kion Murphy, Quentin Elliott, Tyler McCormick, Chase Barton and Michael Chin; (second row) Justyn Haynesworth, Jack Chenault, Cameron Baker, Zachary Harrison, Brendan English and manager Amanda Martin; (third row) Coach Kelly Madison, Gabriel Jimerson, Nick Zona, Scott McDonough, Jack Dragum, Joshua Blue and Coach Tony Couillard. Not pictured are Turner Cole and manager Emily Carr.

Hanover Hawkeye Wrestling makes its mark By Dave Lawrence dlawrence@mechlocal.com When Hanover High School won the Virginia High School League Group 4A wrestling title in Salem last month, a bunch of kids – and a few adults, too – working in a building in the Hanover County Industrial Airpark had cause to celebrate. The founders, staff, and members of the Hanover Hawkeye Youth Wrestling Club

could see the club’s fingerprints on the Hawks’ state title. Four of the school’s finalists – including both of its individual champions, J.D. Gregory and Corbin Allen; and both runners-up, Gray Hart and T.J. Allen – are members. The club began at Oak Knoll Middle School in 2009 with five kids, most of them sons of the three founders: Chad Harris, Dave Epperly and Robert Buchanan. By the end of that

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Two Mechanicsville girls, Brennan Allen (left), a junior at Hanover High School, and Bell Hall (right), a freshman at Lee-Davis, won top honors at the prestigious annual Deep Run Hunter Trials in December. Allen, was overall junior champion and champion of her 2’ division on her horse, Set in Stone, a 6-year-old thoroughbred gelding. Hall was reserve champion by just 2 points behind on her 9-year-old thoroughbred mare, Icy’s Prospect. The riders are students of Charlene Good of River Run Equestrian Center.

year, it had 30 kids, and began the following year with 50. The club quickly outgrew Oak Knoll. Soon they decided to seek a permanent space, and found it in what had been a mechanics’ shop at the airpark. They had a lot of cleaning to do. Now, the floor space is almost entirely occupied by wrestling mats and the walls by pads – a good thing, because on any give weekday evening the place is full of young grapplers trying to best each other. Most of the clientele are middle school aged – which was the original intent of the founders. But the club has quite a few high school aged members now, in addition to some from area schools who drop in to work in the off-season or when other circumstances, such as weather-related school closings, prevent them from practicing at school. Corbin Allen, a 152-pounder, said he began working with Hanover Hawkeye Wrestling when he was in seventh grade at Oak Knoll. He was already a promising wrestler, and wanted to help share his experience with younger kids. “You just always try to give back to the youth,” he said. “I was still young back in seventh grade, but most of these kids were even smaller and still looked up to me, so it was kind of the right thing to come back in here and help out as much as I can.” He said the club has helped him out quite a bit as well. “Not only do they have a room open for workouts, when it’s inclement weather or during the summer,” he said. “Just being able to come in here and get that extra couple of drills, it really helps you evolve a lot. The coaches in here are great.” This year, the club had grown enough to afford hiring a coach – Darius Little, a former

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The effects of Hanover Hawkeye Wrestling Club can be seen in Hanover High School’s Virginia High School League Group 4A state championship this year. Gray Hart (top) and Corbin Allen (bottom) both won state titles for the Hawks.

wrestler at North Carolina State University. Little said the job “just fell upon me.” “I wanted to go into coach-

ing, but I also thought about going back to grad school. I looked at VCU, but it was a little bit too expensive for me,” Little said. “I thought this was a good

opportunity, not only to stay here for a year and get in-state tuition, but also to meet some great people and to start my coaching career.” Hart, who finished second in the 106-pound class at the state meet, credits the club with helping him improve. “Coach Harris and Darius Little, they’ve helped me succeed and get a lot better over the summer,” Hart said. “I feel like [the club] helps you get a lot better. I’m fortunate to have it. I’ll hopefully get back next year and win that state title.”

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Fencing academy teaches serious swordplay By Dave Lawrence dlawrence@mechlocal.com When most people in Hanover County talk about fencing, they are talking about bits of white wood or other materials put around field to give deer something to jump over. But in an out-of-the way industrial park in the Village of Mechanicsville, fencing means something very, very different – swordplay. The Mechanicsville Fencing Academy is no run-of-the mill club for geeks living out some light-sabre fantasy. The facility, run by coach Bobby Robinson, boasts of two of the top youth fencers in the nation, one in the world. Fifteen-year old Stephani Deschner, from Mechanicsville, was recently named to Team USA’s Cadet World Championships team after a fifth-place finish in the Cadet (under-17) women’s foil in the Junior Olympics Championships in Portland, Ore., last month. Another academy member, Rhiannon Harvey, 17, of Virginia Beach, also competed in the Junior Olympics. Deschner has been fencing for four years, and hopes to eventually represent the United States in the Olympics. She has the potential to do so, having won a gold medal in the foil – a type of sword with a narrow, pointed blade – at the Tauberbischofsheim Foil Cadet European Cup in Germany in November. “I started when I was 9years-old,” Deschner said. “My friend actually saw it on a TV show and she tried it, and she thought it was really, really, really cool. And she convinced me to try it and I absolutely fell in love with it. I could not put a

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Above, the tip of Stephani Deschner’s foil moves faster than the shutter as she engages in a “free play” session with Rhiannon Harvey at Mechancisville Fencing Academy. Right, Harvey raps coach Bobby Robinson on the helmet during an attack drill.

blade down.” One of the things she likes about fencing is the way it calls upon both brawn and brains. “It is a sport that is hard physically and mentally,” Deschner said “I love how you have to think through each action. You cannot do the same thing. You have to learn different actions, do different things. You can always get better. You never peak – there’s always something to learn.” Harvey has only been competitively fencing for 18 months.

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She had been a gymnast, but a number of injuries forced her to find something different. Her parents suggested fencing, and she embraced it. “It’s very unique,” Harvey said of fencing. “You can walk around a fencing tournament and watch 100 different bouts and no bout is exactly the same. And even [repeated bouts] between two people [are] not the same. There’s just so many different factors that come into play, and I find that really interesting.”

Both teenagers would be in high school – Deschner would be at Lee-Davis – but their intense travel schedule requires homeschooling. Harvey is not looking at colleges, preferably ones with a fencing team to continue her career. Even though their choice of sport requires a lot of sacrifices, they both have fun. It is a lot like being in those old swashbuckling movies. “When I was younger, I used to watch movies like Zorro and The Three Musketeers, and

it’s always fascinating to me,” Deschner said. “I loved it. I would run around at home with a stick with my dad and start

fencing with him. It was fun. And when I started fencing, it was the only sport that really clicked with me.”

Kindergarten registration to be held on April 10 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Kindergartenregistration will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, for Hanover County Public Schools. Children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 30 are eligible to enter kindergarten in the fall. But first, they need to be registered. To learn what documentation and health forms you need to bring to register your child at the local elementary school in your attendance zone, visit www.readychildren.net or dial “211”. To find your attendance zone, visit http:// hanover.k12.va.us. Click “District Information” then “Attendance Zones,” or call 1-804-365-4500.

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as Charlotte Torrence used a chicken-shaped egg cooker to make fresh Eggs Benedict alongside Kara Lloyd, who was making Belgian Waffles. Their group was raising money for Wings of Hope. As she cooked eggs for the long line of attendees, Torrence said she had chosen her dish easily. “It was just something I wanted to make,” she said. An American Summer Picnic table from Atlee High School offered strawberry smoothies, tea, vegetarian and meaty stuffed zucchini and apple pie bites on a table covered with a red checkered tablecloth. Gabi Hodges, a junior who made stuffed zucchini with her friends Drashthy Mody and Olivia Boothe, said she likes the challenge of cooking. “I only recently got into

Relay For Life planning committee slated Monday Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The 2014 Relay For Life will hold its next planning committee meeting and team captain meeting on Monday, March 17, at the Independence Christian Church at 14023 Independence Rd. in Ashland. The planning committee

Brooking Way blaze

will meet at 6 p.m. and the team captains will meet at 7 p.m. For more information about forming a team or becoming involved in the Relay For Life planning committee, email Arlene Hayes at arehaze@ aol.com, call Amy Swartz at 804-527-3777 or visit www. RelayForLife.org/hanover.

Supervisor and candidate set to speak to Republican Women Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Angela Kelly-Wiecek, who represents the Chickahominy District on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, and Fred Grub, candidate for 7th District chairman, will address the Hanover Republican Women’s it,” she said, showing off her culinary creations. “I didn’t use to like it.” Keegen McNulty explained that the team was raising money for the United Nations World Hunger Fund. Over at the Hanover High School table, which team members dubbed “Wonderland,” students offered up dishes based around fantasy themes, including Ariel’s Shrimp Scampi, Elsa’s Snow Cream and Neverland Dirt, a confection offered up by Ryan Kellner, who was dressed as Peter Pan and very in character. In fact, when first asked his name, he had to be coaxed to respond with anything other than “Peter Pan!” “Would you like some Neverland Dirt?” Kellner asked skeptical diners with an exuberant twinkle in his eye. “No one can resist Neverland Dirt!” Hanover High students were raising money for the

Club at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, at the Calabash Seafood Restaurant in Mechanicsville. For moreinformation about the meeting, or becoming a meeting of the HRWC, contact Lynn Hamilton, president, at lynn.hamilton@hrwomen.com or visit the website at www. hrwomen.com.

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An arrest has been made by the Hanover County fire marshal but the identity of the suspect in a Saturday night arson had not been officially released as of Monday. Battalion Chief and public information officer Jason Williams said units responded at 9:23 p.m. to the 6900 block of Brooking Way in Mechanicsville. The house was a total loss. While already having been ruled as arson, he did say the investigation into the fire continues. Williams also said no one was home when firefighters arrived on the scene. The fire was brought under control in about 45 minutes. It was “heavily involved,” Williams said, when crews arrived. “[They] went into the defensive mode of operation based on fire conditions when they pulled up,” he added. No injuries were reported.

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Hanover High School’s Wonderland table featured fantasy characters from around the world. Shown are, from left, Jada Jordan, Divya Patel, Savannah Ward and Ryan “Peter Pan” Kellner. Kellner was so in character that he was hesitant to provide his real name.

Heather James Transfer Fund, which benefits a Hanover High grad who suffers from cystic fibrosis and needs lung and

liver transplants. Tables full of mostly LeeDavis students and parents munched happily on the odd

assortment of food. Many said they were trying things they’d never had before. “I’ve never had a Belgian

Waffle,” student Sloan Miller said, grinning. “I’ve just had Eggos before.” She reported that she was a fan of the sweet treat. Her friend Erin Dickson said she was particularly partial to a beef soup from Lee-Davis High School. According to Lesa Berlinghoff, the Lee-Davis IB teacher who coordinated the event, the students raised $1,056, which will be split among the schools’ respective charities. Lee-Davis High School took top honors in all categories of the competition, Berlinghoff reported, admitting that there was probably a bit of home field advantage at play. Hanover High was a close second in the theme category, she noted. “It was exciting to see so many families come out to support the event,” Berlinghoff said.

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Cheering on Atlee

Social Services oﬃcers discuss beneﬁts, demand in demand for the agency’s ser- Cold Harbor District while By Melody Kinser Fuller is from Mechanicsville. vices. mkinser@mechlocal.com Lynn H. Saunders and David Four-year terms are appointed With a mission to help those by the Hanover County Board who are least able to help them- W. Fuller moved into their new of Supervisors. selves, the newly-elected chair positions on July 27. Both are Saunders, in the role and vice chair of the Hanover now in their seventh year on of chair, said she sees firstCountySocialServicesAdvisory the board. see NEED, pg. 25 ` Saunders represents the Board talked about the increase

Local teen taking talents to Texas By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Abram Dean’s “first real thing” in terms of performing paid off earlier this year when he captured the title of Hanover Junior Idol. Thanks to some encouragement from his mom Debbie Lunsford, he took the leap into the world of music. And now the 16-year-old from Mechanicsville is preparing to move to Texas to pursue his dream. On Aug. 20, Abram and his mother will head to Dallas where he has been accepted to study — and hone his skills — with the Linda Septien Entertainment Group. Debbie said she suggested Abram enter the Hanover Arts and Activities Centersponsored Idols competition because he “wants to get into this music thing, so let’s see TEEN, pg. 14 `

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

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

County receives VACo honor

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

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

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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER Sarah Suzanne Ntouskas & Nikolaos Thomas Ntouskas, Petitioners In Re: Adoption of Lily Isabella Padilla, born May 5, 2004 Case No.: CA13000013 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a Final Order of Adoption of Lily Isabella Padilla by Sarah Suzanne Ntouskas & Nikolaos Thomas Ntouskas. An affidavit having been filed that diligence has been used by the petitioners without Effect to ascertain this location of Alex Jesus Padilla, it is ORDERED that Alex Jesus Padilla appear Before this Court on the 30th day of April, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. and protect his interests herein. ENTERED: 1/24/2014 J Overton Harris, Judge ACOPY TESTE: Frank D. Hargrove, Jr. Clerk Hanover Circuit Court By Deputy Clerk I ASK FOR THIS: Brandy M. Poss (VSB #65839) Barnes & Diehl, P.C. Centre Court – Suite A 9401 Courthouse Road Chesterfield, Virginia 23832 (804) 796-1000 (804) 796-1730 (telecopier) Counsel for Petitioners

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in demand for the agency’s ser- Cold Harbor District while By Melody Kinser Fuller is from Mechanicsville. vices. mkinser@mechlocal.com Lynn H. Saunders and David Four-year terms are appointed With a mission to help those by the Hanover County Board who are least able to help them- W. Fuller moved into their new of Supervisors. selves, the newly-elected chair positions on July 27. Both are Saunders, in the role and vice chair of the Hanover now in their seventh year on of chair, said she sees firstCountySocialServicesAdvisory the board. see NEED, pg. 25 ` Saunders represents the Board talked about the increase

Local teen taking talents to Texas By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com

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County receives VACo honor

Hanover County has Development. been recognized by the VACo received 60 entries Virginia Association of for the statewide contest. Counties as the recipient Former Hanover County of the 2010 Achievement assistant administrator Award for the Dominion Marilyn Blake joined Lane Resources Greentech Ramsey, former Chesterfield Incubator. County administrator, and The county was honored Tedd Povar, associate direcfor its model local govern- tor ofthe Virginia Institute of ment program in the catego- Government, in judging this ry of Community/Economic see HONOR, pg. 4 `

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Notice is hereby given that Q-Care Transportation Services LLC, of 9042 Vidette Lane, Mechanicsville, Virginia 23116, has applied for authority to operate as a Common Carrier over Irregular Routes Passenger service in the geographic area consisting of the City of Richmond, Virginia and the Counties of Caroline, Hanover and Henrico, Virginia. Any person who wishes to support or oppose the application but does not wish to be a party to the matter must send a written statement to: DMV, MCSCMU, P. O. BOX 27412, Richmond, VA 23269-0001. The statement must be signed and contain the applicant’s name and DMV case number (MC1400047SC). Any person who wishes to protest the application and be a party to the matter must contact DMV at (804) 3670503 to receive information on ﬁling a protest. The deadline for ﬁling letters of support, opposition or protest is April 2, 2014.

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WELL MAINTAINED TRANSITIONAL IN MILESTONE

BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED TRANSITIONAL WITH 10 ACRES

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Almost 2,800 sf transitional, 5 BR’s, 2 ½ baths, wood floors on 1st & 2nd levels, upgraded tile baths, new kitchen cabinets w/Granite & stainless steel appliances, valuted Master Suite w/walk-in closets & deluxe bath, 2 car garage, 2 zone heating & cooling (2012), rear deck and vinyl siding sitting on a cul-de sac lot. $325,000 VIRTUAL TOUR

All Brick Renovated Brick Rancher featuring over 1,400 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, new kitchen with new countertops, tile floor & stainless steel appliances, dining area w/ tile floor, living room w/ wd flrs, new tiled bath, full size utility room, new Electric Heat Pump/Cen-

TO BE BUILT KING WILLIAM

BRING YOUR HORSE— ATLEE HIGH DISTRICT

A TY ER RAN R WA

$175,000

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Almost 3,400 square feet, 5 BR’s, 3½ baths, formal rooms, open kitchen with new granite & new stainless steel appliances, Florida room, family room w/ gas fp. vaulted master suite w/2 walk-in closets & a deluxe bath w/jetted tub, 2-car garage, 2-zone heating & cooling plus ERA One Year Home Warranty. $437,950

To Be Built, 1,208 Square Foot Rancher on a Private, Wooded Five Acre Lot in King William! Three bedrooms, two full baths, nice size great room, eat-in kitchen, vinyl siding and windows, electric heat pump/central air, and full front porch. $165,950

2,200 sq ft brick rancher on over 6 acres! 3 BRs, 2½ baths, remodeled kitchen w/French white cabinets & granite, family room w/fp, formal living & dining rms, Florida rm, tons of wood floors, 1.5 acres fenced in w/a barn including tack room & 1 stall, front country porch, electric heat pump/central air plus ERA One Year Warranty. Two minutes to Kroger! $299,950

TEN BEAUTIFUL WOODED ACRES IN HANOVER HIGH DISTRICT

FRESH TO THE MARKET— ATLEE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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3,022 sq ft Transitional, tons of wood floors, 2 story foyer w/ double staircase, formal rooms, gourmet kitchen w/ Granite open to Florida & family room, amazing vaulted master w/ 2 walk-in closets & deluxe walk-in bath, 2 zone heating & cooling. Wildlife on Property. Shows Like A Model! $439,500

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Beautiful custom built colonial with over 2,000 square feet, four bedrooms including a master suite with a deluxe bath, open kitchen to family room with upgraded fireplace, formal dining room, walk-up attic, newer 2 zone HVAC, one car garage, huge rear deck, fenced back yard, front porch and vinyl siding in the Atlee School District. $249,950

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Very Well Maintained Brick Front & Vinyl Siding Transitional w/almost 2,900 sq ft, 4 BR’s including a beautiful master suite with an awesome walk-in closet & double sided gas fp, formal living & dining rooms, family room w/gas fp, eat-in kitchen w/new flooring & granite countertops, 2 zone heating & cooling, 2 car garage and more sitting on almost a half acre lot! $359,000

CUSTOM DESIGNED HOME – 1.34 ACRE PRIVATE LOT

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Three Years young! Almost 3,400 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 3½ baths, formal dining room, great room with gas fp, 1st floor office, tons of wood floors, Granite kitchen w/ Maple cabinets, 2nd story loft, screen porch & stone patio, vinyl siding & partial brick front in the Atlee School District. $393,000

SPECIAL GRANT FINANCING AVAILABLE—HANOVER HIGH DISTRICT A TY ER RAN R WA

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REDUCED $15,000. Over 3,200 sq ft, 4 BR’s, 3 full baths & 2 half baths, large kitchen w/ new Granite, dining room w/wd flrs & brick fp, huge family room w/stone fp, 1st flr office, Florida rm, 2 decks, detached workshop plus detached covered shed, 3 zone heating & cooling, 1.5 car attached garage plus ERA One Year Home Warranty in the Hanover High School District. $329,950 VIRTUAL TOUR

Renovated Ranch Home featuring 3 BR’s, new tiled bath, all new flooring throughout, new roof, new vinyl siding, new kitchen w/new stainless steel Frigidaire appliances, all new plumbing lines & electrical wiring, new GE stack washer/dryer, partial fenced back yard, fresh paint throughout, new central air/heat pump, one and a half detached garage w/new door plus one year ERA Home Warranty. $144,950.

AMAZING BRICK FRONT TRANSITIONAL-3.66 ACRE LOT

COOL SPRING ELEMENTARY DISTRICT

A TY ER RAN R WA

Beautiful Southern Living Cape Cod With Wrap Around Front Porch. Featuring 2,420 sq ft, 3BRs including a 1st flr master, 2 ½ baths, large kitchen open to sunny Florida room, wood & ceramic tile floors downstairs, brick fireplace, 2 zone heat pump & central air, vinyl siding, 1.25 acre lot plus ERA One Year Home Warranty. $249,950 VIRTUAL TOUR

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A TY ER RAN R WA

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BRICK FRONT TRANSITIONAL IN ASH CREEK A TY ER RAN R WA

A TY ER RAN R WA

Almost 1,600 Square Feet all Brick Rancher! Featuring three bedrooms, two full baths, vinyl windows, hardwood floors, full size utility room, central air conditioning, HUGE 30’x30’ plus attached garage (looking for a garage, you can’t beat this one) plus ERA One Year Home Warranty. $208,950

RENOVATED BRICK RANCHER— HANOVER HIGH DISTRICT

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3,300-square-foot Brick Front Transitional featuring 5 BRs including an Owner’s Suite w/walk-in closet & five fixture bath, family room w/gas fp, eat-in kitchen that opens to the vaulted sunroom, 2 zone heating & cooling, 2car attached garage, pull down & walk-in attic, paved driveway, composite rear deck & more, sitting on a very private cul-de-sac lot.

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1500+ sq ft Cape Cod w/first floor master & full bath down. 2 bedrooms & second full bath upstairs. Lots of wood floors. formal living rm, lg kitchen w/ceramic tile, & family rm w/brick fireplace. 1/2 acre wooded lot, & huge rear deck. Kitchen appliances VIRTUAL TOUR convey. $163,950