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Gill: policy changes bring Fire-EMS: be prepared schools into 21st century in event of railroad issue By Melody Kinser Managing Editor
MECHANICSVILLE – “There’s nothing censored in Hanover County [public] schools, so that was one of the first things that we wanted to absolutely get clarified.” That’s what Dr. Michael Gill, assistant superintendent of Instructional Leadership for HCPS, said last week in regards to the recent controversy surrounding policies and procedures of materials used in the GILL system’s classrooms. The issue of censorship became such a hot topic in
the county’s four high schools – Atlee, Hanover, Lee-Davis and Patrick Henry — that students formed an organization
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Stephanie Mayle, left, Nathan Pal and Caroline Provost are among the students who organized Hanover Students for Freedom of Information and Learning.
By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND — Better safe than sorry. That’s the philosophy embraced by Hanover County Fire-EMS officials as they hosted an emergency preparedness training exercise last week at Station 1 in Ashland. Joined by agencies from across the region, the exercise recreated a scenario that could easily affect Hanover and the entire region. Teams reacted to an emergency situation where a train struck a bus in downtown Ashland. The imaginary emergency allows officials to gauge response times, reaction measures and resources necessary to address a potential disaster. Members of local emer-
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Hanover Fire-EMS Chief Jethro Piland, right, talks with Chief of Planning Henri Moore in front of the county’s mobile command center.
gency management teams were joined by CSX and Amtrak officials who routinely conduct these types of emergency training exercises. “We work with local juris-
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Lt. Gov. Northam to speak at annual Democratic bash Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com SHLAND — Virginia Lt. Gov, Ralph Northam, who recently announced he may seek the Democratic gubernatorial nomination in 2017, will be the guest speaker at the Hanover Democratic Committee’s annual Blue Moon Bash at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Center St. in Ashland. State Sen. Donald McEachin will serve as master of ceremonies. According to Toni Radler, a Democratic Committee representative, it is anticipated that Hanover Democratic candidates seeking state and local offices also will address the Blue Moon Bash. As lieutenant governor, Northam has held the spotlight in Virginia politics as
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RICHMOND – Three Hanover County residents — were among the team members from the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School to take part in the SABR Diamond Dollars Case Competition, which pits undergraduate students from colleges and universities across the country against each other in an analytic major league baseball operations decision — the type of decision a team’s general manager and staff is faced with over the course of a season. They are Ben Bowers, Joseph Boyle and Matt Moore. As members of the Governor’s School’s
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tenant governor, Northam served as a state senator for six years. In addition, he is a practicing pediatric neurologist. “As the Senate tie-breaker, Lt. Gov. Northam has held a dynamic and historic role in the Virginia General Assembly. And we are so excited to hear from the man who is likely to be our next Democratic nominee and the next Governor of Virginia,” said Gordon Silver, chair of the Hanover Democratic Committee. The Blue Moon Bash is the signature event of the Hanover Democratic Committee. This is the sixth annual Bash and this year’s event will feature a buffet dinner. To purchase a ticket to the Blue Moon Bash, go to the Hanover Democratic Committee’s website, www. hvadems.com, or call Mary Knight at 804-335-7906.
Math Modeling Team, they traveled to Phoenix, Arizona, and competed as the only high school in the nation. The teams presented their analysis and recommendations to a panel of judges that includes MLB front office executives on Thursday, March 12, in Phoenix. A record 21 colleges and universities participated in the 2015 Diamond Dollars Case Competition. In this year’s case, students were asked to determine the best possible trade package for Philadelphia Phillies star left-hander Cole see SABR, pg. 28
9 COMMUNITY Old Church homes opening for Garden Week tour.
16 ASHLAND COTU plants hops at Lewis Ginter.
ALSO… Incident reports .........3 Letters to the editor...6 Obituaries ..........10-12 Ashland ................... 16 Calendar ............18-19 Celebrations ........... 25 TV grids..............31-33 Sports ................34-39 Church directory .... 40 Classifieds .........41-43 CORRECTION A photo caption on the Community page in last week’s edition of The Local incorrectly listed the Mechanicsville Rotary Club as a sponsor the annual Shuknpul. It should have read the Mechanicsville Ruritan Club. The Ruritans partner with Hanover Habitat for Humanity. We apologize for the error.
SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue March 20
Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission on Beaverdam Road.
March 21
Suspect obtained money fraudulently on Bell Creek Road.
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Mechanicsville Turnpike.
Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission on Dunfee Lane. Unknown suspect(s) stole items at listed location on
Suspects assaulted each other on Sunset Drive.
Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission on Huntington Woods Drive.
Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission on Staple Lane.
Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission on Wedged Stone Drive.
Suspect entered listed location and stole items on Monocan Way.
Unknown suspect(s) stole item at listed location on Hewlett Road.
Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission on Welshland Court.
An information report was taken on Sadisco Drive.
Unknown suspect(s) stole items at listed location on Air Park Road.
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Unknown suspect(s) stole item at listed location on Augusta Lane. Unknown suspect stole item at listed location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.
Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission on Chamberlayne Road.
listed location on Bell Creek Road.
Suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance on Doswell Boulevard.
Suspect stole items at
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According to Reynold, if 700 people to contribute to the effort, a first-grader named Eleanor, who is battling leukemia at VCU, will “push” him out of an airplane at 10,000 feet, courtesy of No Limits Skydiving in West Point. Reynold readily admits: “Yes, I’m scared of heights!” In the four weeks since the campaign started, he said they have raised more than $30,000. “I’ve got a website with all of the details, www.LetsGoMike. com, and some background on me and Eleanor,” he said. “If folks want to contribute to our effort, they can make a
donation to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at www. LetsGoMike.com,” he added. Reynold said the LLS contributes more than 76 cents of every dollar to blood cancer research, advocacy and helping patient families fight. For covered diagnoses, the LLS Co-Pay Assistance program provides support to blood cancer patients ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 for private insurance or Medicare premiums and for prescription medications. This year, LLS has stepped up its funding of the Patient Co-Pay Assistance
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Newpaper offices relocating effective April 27 Staff Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE — The Mechanicsville Local, a part of the Mechanicsville community for over 30 years, is moving. Joy Monopoli, publisher of Richmond Suburban News, announced that, effective Monday, April 27, the offices of The Mechanicsville Local will be located at 8460 TimesDispatch Blvd. (off U.S. 301). The offices will be situated on the first floor and abundant parking will be available for customers. With the move, all current services – including in-person transactions for classified advertising, retail advertising, news, sports and Celebrations (wedding, engagements, anniversaries and births), as well
as news submissions — will be handled on-site as has been the practice since the publication became a key part of the community in 1984. Eleven employees will be relocating with the move. The new location, owned by The Local’s parent company, BH Media Group, allows the weekly publication to be centrally positioned for the convenience of readers, advertisers and the business community. “We are excited to be located in an area that is a hub of the growth taking place in Mechanicsville,” Monopoli said. The new offices are off Interstate 295 in the building that houses the presses for the Richmond Media Group, which includes The Local. In addition to The Mechanicsville Local, The
Goochland Gazette, now in its 60th year, is printed at the Hanover plant. The RichmondTimes Dispatch and all of its products also utilize those press operations. At one time, a Hanover News Bureau was located in the Times-Dispatch Boulevard location, which opened in 1992. The Local’s new location has been added to signage on U.S. 301. That sign designates the Times-Dispatch’s Hanover operations. Customers seeking services or visiting The Mechanicsville Local will turn onto Times-Dispatch Boulevard and travel approximately a mile. The office is located on the left, with signs leading into the property. Hours of operation will remain the same: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The main business number is 804-746-1235. Look for detailed staff contact information in each week’s edition or on our new mobile app, which will be coming soon. It will be available for download from the App Store on iTunes or in the Android
store. The production center is filled with nearly 400 staff members affiliated with the Richmond Media Group. For many years, the location has served as a host site for a variety of outside events. Thirty such activities used the available spaces in 2014. Among those were the monthly Hanover Business Council meetings; the Funeral Directors Meetings, which are held every other month; the annual Ride for Kids event sponsored by the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation; the annual Hanover Fire EMS Awards Banquet; the R-TD Correspondent of the Year event; and RTD Job Fair. As a “welcome mat” to the public, 16 tours went through the building last year. For details, including available times and dates, contact Cindy McCauley, tour coordinator, at 804-649-6902. “We will continue to operate with an open door policy,” Monopoli said. “We invite our readers and advertisers to visit us in our new location.”
Remembering Misty: best friend raising funds to support Susan G. Komen work 8 p.m. Friday April 24 Midway/Calabash 7514 Lee Davis Rd. Mechanicsville
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M E C HA N IC S V I L L E — When Cheri Lewis lost her friend Misty Compton to breast cancer, she said she knew she had to become involved in some way to honor the woman she considered to be her best friend. Two fundraisers will be held later this month to raise awareness and support the Susan G. Komen Central Virginia Race for the Cure, which will be held Saturday, May 9. The first fundraiser will get underway at 8 p.m. Friday, April 24, at Midway/Calabash at 7514 Lee Davis Rd. in Mechanicsville. “A big ‘thank you’ to Janet
and Dennis [Smith] for let- Marty’s Grill, Mechanicsville; ting us have the event at their Chris Dann and Jack Narron at beautiful establishment,” Rappa Boat Services; Dana at Lewis, a Mechanicsville resi- Star Vision Travel; Ruby Nails & Spa, Mechanicsville; dent, said. Susan McLauchlan The next day, Jewelers, Ashland; Saturday, April 25, a Bow Tie Cinemas Bake Sale will be held Movieland at from 8 a.m. to noon Boulevard; David at the Kroger at 6335 at The Melting Pot, Mechanicsville Tpk. Gayton Crossing in Mechanicsville. Shopping Center; According to Lewis, items have Riverbound Café, COMPTON been donated by the Me ch an i c s v i l l e ; following to help Rico’s Mexican Grill, in raising funds in Compton’s Mechanicsville; and Donna at memory: Richmond Penelope Jewelry, Glen Allen. International Raceway; Chuck Lewis will be taking part Boyle Embroidery Sport Stitch; in the 18th Annual Komen Kevin Wilson at West End Central Virginia Race for the Trophies Bowling and Billiards; Cure.
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Take time to say thanks to those who volunteer
Next week we will observe National Volunteer Week, but the value of those who give of their time cannot be fully measured and their efforts recognized in a seven-day span. Hanover County is fortunate to have many dedicated volunteers — some who literally risk their lives for us. To all who give back to their community in some way as a volunteer, we extend a heartfelt “Thank you.” This writer will admit that when the word volunteer is read or heard, firefighters immediately come to mind. So many men and women serve in that capacity to protect us while usually having the responsibilities of full-time employment. While on the subject, if you are interested in volunteering with any of Hanover County’s Fire-EMS stations, call 804-365-6195. The administrative offices are located at Company 5 at 13326 Hanover Courthouse Rd. in Hanover. Business hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chief Jethro Piland welcomes the support of volunteers throughout the county’s operations. And there are ways to volunteer with the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office. Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, has an open door for those who want to help his officers and, most of all, our county in some way. Moving on, there are countless ways to volunteer and serve your community. For example, my 84-year-old mother volunteers at Memorial Regional Medical Center. When she retired after nearly 30 years in education, she volunteered at our hometown hospital and, as soon as she moved here, called MRMC to continue what she considers a rewarding experience. So, to those who volunteer at Memorial, thank you. We’ll offer the same thanks to library volunteers, school system volunteers, neighborhood watch volunteers . . . the list goes on and on. To acknowledge the wonderful volunteers in Hanover County, the Hanover County Board of Supervisors will continue its tradition with the Spirit of Volunteerism awards, which will be presented on May 12 at Hanover High School. Thank you to the supervisors for paying tribute to the many deserving individuals and organizations. In closing, we repeat, “Thank you” to all volunteers. We need to remember this every day — not just once a year. Melody Kinser
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Keeping an eye on the rails By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist
It’s a scenario we don’t often consider as we sit at a rail crossing and watch the endless line of freight cars rolling by. But, with four major incidents in the U.S. and Canada involving train disasters fresh in our minds, it’s not a stretch to imagine such a disaster closer to home. Each week, hundreds of trains roll through the Richmond area carrying a variety of contents, some of it highly volatile and hazardous. The disaster in Lynchburg last year opened our eyes to the realities of rail disasters, and the real threat they pose to the communities that live alongside these thoroughfares. Protecting the public if and when one of these events strikes our area is the responsibility of local fire and
EMS workers, police, elected officials and state agencies. Last week, members of emergency response teams from across the area practiced for just such an event. Hanover Fire-EMS officials hosted agencies from across the region at a tabletop train disaster emergency exercise in Ashland. Members of Henrico’s emergency management team attended the three-day event that planned and executed immediate response plans, supervised recovery efforts. and coordinated emergency efforts in the event of a disaster. The event highlighted the everpresent vigilance of the people tasked with protecting us. It also highlights the need for regional cooperation when it comes to major catastrophes and the importance of establishing those friendships long before an
emergency happens. As citizens we often take a “that couldn’t happen to us” attitude. With more and more rail traffic in this nation, that reality could be much closer to home. The three-day exercise was a success but the real winners were the countless residents who are now safer through the regional cooperation of our public agencies like Fire-EMS and police. It’s also good to know that forward-thinking public servants are keeping the citizenry safe and prepared for even the worst of scenarios. One participant summed it up best at last week’s event: “We don’t want to be exchanging business cards on the day of an accident. It’s good to know these people in advance.”
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Resident addresses issue with book, school system The Feb. 25, 2015, edition of The Mechanicsville Local Vol. 31, No. 43 documented my recent battle with Dr. Jamelle Wilson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, and the Hanover County School Board regarding the book “The Thirteen Reasons Why,” a reading resource currently available to middle and high school students. “The Thirteen Reasons Why” is a sexually explicit book that graphically portrays suicide, rape, masturbation, sexual battery, voyeurism and digital penetration. In spite of the fact that the book’s content meets the definition of pornography for the Miriam Webster dictionary and Virginia Criminal Code, it doesn’t seem to bother Superintendent Wilson and members of the School Board. Only one School Board member, John Axselle, objected to keeping the book on the shelves — not because of its sexually graphic content, but because of the way the book’s message was delivered. The real question of course, is this: When and under what circumstance is it ever appropriate to provide sexually explicit reading resources to our children? Of course, the right answer should be never and under no circumstance.
Unfortunately, the best answer I could get from Superintendent Wilson was that the book was to stay in spite of the fact that some students may find the book to be sexually graphic. Whether it is revised history in kindergarten and elementary text books, anti-American films shown to our high school students or sexually graphic reading resources provided to our middle and high school students, Superintendent Wilson and our regressive School see LETTERS, pg. 8
Letters to the Editor The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers and not The Mechanicsville Local. Send letters to: The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com
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Special recycling event for ‘Earth Day’ set April 18 MECHANICSVILLE — Hanover County will get into the spirit of “Earth Day” by holding a special recycling event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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online at www.vagardenweek.org (select Ashland) or at the following local businesses: Ashwood Garden and Nursery, Cross Brothers Grocery Store, Ed’s Landscaping Nursery and Garden Centers or Through the Garden Gate Antiques. For more information, contact
ists and family. Immanuel Episcopal Church was built in 1853 by the congregation of the original “‘Old Church” that lay to the west of the current church. Immanuel Episcopal Church was converted to a Union hospital during the Cold Harbor campaign and
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the Civil War. All homes on this tour date to the 1700 and 1800s. Residents are invited to celebrate spring by joining this tour, featuring National Historic Landmarks and a Revolutionary-era plantation, all of which are located in picturesque Old Church – off U.S. 360 east of Mechanicsville. The cost of advance tickets for the tour is $25, which includes four historic homes and a church. Advance tickets may be purchased
Ashland@vagardenweek.org. This tour is part of the statewide Garden Club of Virginia 81st Annual Historic Garden Week in Virginia. The following homes and properties are will be on the tour: Upper Marlbourne was built in 1866 by Edmund Ruffin Jr. and, except for a brief period, the home remained in the Ruffin family until 1982. This home is furnished with many family heirlooms and antiques, and features works of art by local art-
remains architecturally beautiful today. Ingleside was built in 1820 by Carter Braxton III, grandson of the signer of the Declaration of Independence. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant camped in the front yard at the beginning of the battle of Cold Harbor, and Ingleside was one of the first stops of Robert E. Lee after Appomattox. Occupied by Dr. William H. Macon during the Civil War, the doctor’s office still stands on the property along with a smoke-
Independence, and also was used as a hospital during the Civil War. The original structure was a storyand-a-half, one-room-deep home with a full English basement and two dormer bedrooms. Additional wings were added to the home in the 1950s and 1990s. The home is furnished with American antiques, and includes art gathered during the owner’s travels – most notably Inuit art and antique Indian figurines. Set on 10 acres, the home is surrounded
Regiment intercepted the Union cavalry and averted an attack on the railroad. The home is now owned by the Honorable and Mrs. Christopher K. Peace, who recently completed the historic rehabilitation of the home and earned a Preservation Award from Preservation Virginia in 2013. Historic Garden Week in Virginia is “America’s Largest Open House” and includes more than 30 tours throughout the state, which attract over
house, kitchen house, tenant house and root cellar. This Federal-style home retains the original handblown glass windows, heart-pine flooring and elaborate woodwork. Summer House was built in 1750 by Carter Braxton, the last signer of the Declaration of
by woodland and wildflowers. White Plains was built in the 1840s as the Ellett family home. In 1862, the Elletts’ daughter sent word to Confederate troops that the Union cavalry was moving toward Tunstall’s Station. Owing to her warning, four companies of the 46th Virginia
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Donna L. Ambrose, 60, of Mechanicsville, passed away April 4, 2015. She is survived by her daughter, Melissa Harrelson (Landon); parents, Alonzo Goldsberry and Nancy Gunter; sister, Becky Herndon (George); granddaughter, Lily Bell; niece, Christy Kelley (Travis); and nephew, Billy Herndon. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Encompass Hospice, 1030 Old Bon Air Rd., Richmond, VA 23235. Condolences at www. woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com
ETHEL BARLOW Ethel Andrews Barlow, 93, of Ruther Glen, died Thursday, April 2, 2015. Ethel was a longtime and active member of Concord Baptist Church and had retired from the Hanover Commissioner of Revenue. She was the widow of Francis M. Barlow Sr. Survivors include three children, Francis M. Barlow Jr., Michael Barlow and Valerie B. Gordon; eight grandchildren, Crystal Rozell, Fran Satterwhite, Keith Barlow, Kevin Barlow, Cherie Marshall, Holly Woodward, Sarah Gordon and Laura Gordon; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Walden, William and Malcolm Andrews; and a sister, Mary Lillian Watkins. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Concord Baptist Church at 15625 Concord Road in Ruther Glen, with Rev. Kevin Moen and Rev. David Upshaw officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Storke Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Concord Baptist Church, 3914 Smokey Rd., Aylett VA 23009. Sign
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Jean Anthony Belfield, 74, of Mechanicsville for 44 years, died April 4, 2015. Born September 28, 1940, in Warsaw, she was the owner of Universal Exterminating Company since 1971. She was predeceased by her husband, R. Bruce Belfield, who passed away in 2003. She is survived by her children, Elizabeth Stueber (Mark), Robert B. Belfield II (Cheryl), George Alvin Belfield, John Paul Belfield (Jackie) and Warren Belfield (Marie); her brother, Mike Anthony; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Interment followed in Gethsemane Church of Christ Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.
DOROTHY BOSTAPH Dorothy D. Bostaph, 85, of Ashland, went to sleep Tuesday, March 24, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis A. Bostaph; a son, Thatcher Lee; her sister, Laura Jean Foster; and two brothers, Harold and George Davis. She is survived by her daughter, Treva Amy Harris; sister, Marilyn Sturdivant; brother, Robert Davis; her close friend, Pam Dike; and her Kingdom Hall brothers and sisters. Dorothy enjoyed cooking and trying new recipes and working her crossword puzzles. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at the Kingdom Hall
Elaine Chamberlain, 69, of Montpelier, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2015. She was preceded in death by Marion and Eva Williams; and her brother, Marion Williams Jr. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Nick Chamberlain; son, Allen Welch (Jennifer); stepdaughter, Julie Wells (Greg); grandchildren, Daniel Welch, Candice Welch, Eric Welch, Alexandria Wells and Dani Wells; sisters, Marjorie Williams and Mary Williams; and other family members and friends. Elaine had over 25 years of service with Phillip Morris USA. She was a member of Vintage Racers Group and an avid supporter of the drivers. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2015, at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions out to the Virginia Cancer Center or Massey Cancer Center.
ROSA S. CATLETT Rosa S. Catlett, 90, of Mechanicsville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 2, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Catlett; and grandson, Travis Hall. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Hall (Charles) and Sandra Poe (Irvin); grandchildren, Tonya Chamberlain (Michael), Lee Davis (Nancy), Chris Davis (Samantha) and Dwayne Hall (Jennifer); greatgrandchildren, Ashley, Chris and Katie Davis, Austin and Jordan Chamberlain, Taylor see OBITUARIES, pg. 11
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and Henry Hall, and Abby, Alex and Anna Davis; greatgreat-grandsons, Jake and Sawyer Davis; sisters, Gladys Watson, Helen Payne and Phyllis Childress; as well as a host of other family members and her many friends including those at Heritage Green Assisted Living and Gentiva Hospice. A celebration of life was held at 10 a.m. Monday, April 6, 2015, at the New Bethesda Baptist Church at 9019 New Bethesda Road in Mechanicsville. Interment followed at 1 p.m. at the Cedar Baptist Church at 3923 Bell Road in Dillwyn. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Bethesda Baptist Church Building Fund. The Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road in Mechanicsville was in charge of arrangements.
KATE CLARK
JOHN COLEMAN
Kate Bew Milby Clark, 101, went to be with the Lord on April 1, 2015. She is survived by her children, Clarence E. “Buck” Milby (Julia) and Mildred M. Hall (Monroe), all of Glenns, Dorothy M. Folden (Ronald) of Roanoke, Thelma M. Bareford (James) of Mechanicsville, Myrtle M. Ambrose (Randy) of Dunnsville and Wanda M. Baldwin (Don) of Talbot, Tennessee; 19 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and 22 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2015, in the Center Cross Church of God at 141 Byrds Bridge Road in Center Cross. Interment followed in Salem United Methodist Church at 11408 Salem Church Road in Gloucester. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Center Cross Church of God Building Fund. MarksBristow Funeral Home in Tappahannock was in charge of arrangements.
John Robert “Grease” Coleman, 94, of Glen Allen, entered into eternal rest on March 27, 2015, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Richmond. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Catherine; sons, Robert, William, Harold, Larry; daughter, Cathy; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; brother, William; sister, Queen Johnson; a devoted friend, Kim Morris; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 2, 2015, at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Beaverdam. Owens Funeral Service at 104 Green Chimney Court in Ashland was in charge of arrangements. Full obituary and online condolences may be found at www. owensfuneralservices.com.
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by her family Tuesday, March 31, 2015. She is survived by her husband, Stanley; mother, Ellen Carter Smith; father, Roy Smith Sr.; sister, Cheryl Adams; brothers Mark Thompson and Roy Smith Jr.; loving nieces and nephews; and numerous other family members and treasured friends. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2015, at the Monaghan Funeral Home at 7200 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville. Interment followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park.
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Roy Walker Efford, 76, of Glen Allen, departed this life on March 27, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Stafford Efford and Elizabeth Jenkins Efford. He is survived by his daughter, Donna Michelle; his adored granddaughter, Anaka Corrine; his brothers, John S. Efford (Carrie) and David L. Efford (Carolyn); his sister, Anna Efford Bryant (Nelson); and many nieces and nephews. Roy attended Virginia Tech and later served as a communications specialist in the Virginia Army National Guard. He began his career with John Stafford Efford Architect as
Alta Lucille Jackson Evans, 95, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on April 3, 2015. She was born on September 13, 1919, in Greenup County, Kentucky, the sixth child of the late William S. “Dink” and Julia Johnson Jackson. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 56 years, Charles W. “Boots” Evans Sr.; son, Roger David Evans; and also by brothers, Thurman and Nyle Jackson; sisters, Irma Lewis, Thelma Terry, Ethel Honaker, Reba Griffith and Mable McKinney; son-in-law, Clyde Simpson; and daughter-in-law, Sue Evans. She is survived by
her sons, Charles Jr. (Patricia), Carl (Ann), Monte (Judy) and Timothy Evans; and daughter, Karen Simpson; her sister, Zena Hannahs; and sister-inlaw, Joan E. Litteral. She was blessed with four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews; and her special caregiver, Crystal Fryer. She was a member of the New Highland Baptist Church. Alta was a dedicated homemaker and formerly employed at FriedmanMarks Clothing Company and Henrico County Schools food services. Alta enjoyed reading her Bible, sewing, crafts, travel and volunteer work at church and with children. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Westhampton Memorial Park at 10000 Patterson Avenue in Richmond, with Rev. Dr. Robert Lee officiating. The family expresses sincere gratitude for the excellent care Alta received by all of her caregivers and by the Intrepid Hospice team. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Highland Baptist Church, 9200 New Ashcake Rd., Mechanicsville, VA 23116, or a charity of your choice. Nelsen Funeral Home at 4650 South Laburnum Avenue in Richmond was in charge of see OBITUARIES, pg. 21
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Madison Gardner, center, served as a Senate Page for Sen. Ryan T. McDougle (R-Hanover), right, for year’s session of the Virginia General Assembly Session. She attends St. Catherine’s School and lives in Mechanicsville. As a Senate Page, Madison assisted McDougle and his fellow senators with many tasks and daily duties. McDougle said he and his staff enjoyed working with Madison and wished her the best as she finishes out her school year. “Madison is a wonderful young lady who made our time during the General Assembly run smoothly,” the senator said. “I thank her parents, Movita and James Gardner, for allowing Madison to be a part of our staff this session and I wish Madison the best in her dancing and singing.”
HANOVER – The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, in cooperation with Ashland Police Department, will be conducting a Prescription Drug Take-Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 18. The Mechanicsville Solid Waste Center at 7427 Verdi Lane in Mechanicsville and the Ashland Police Department at 601 England St. in Ashland have been established as collection sites. This is a free service to Hanover County and Town of Ashland citizens. Citizens can safely surrender their expired, unwanted or unused pharmaceuticals and medications — no questions asked, no identification required. These items include: Prescription medications and over-the-counter solid dos-
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musical production of “Bye Bye Birdie” for sixth through 12th graders.
Director Lorie Foley said auditions will get underway at 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, May 6-7, at the Center. Younger children may audition for ensemble roles for a reduced production fee. According to Foley, rehearsals are scheduled for May 18 through June 18, mostly in the evenings. Performances will be presented June 26, 27 and 28 at
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden cleared off a plot of land in its Community Garden for a new venture with the Center of the Universe brewery, which is located in Ashland. Chris Ray, left, and Phil Ray planted Columbus and Cascade hops in old bourbon barrels.
A Youth Theater Camp see THEATER, pg. 17
PHHS students offered HIAPBA course through Longwood Scholarship options are available. Staff Report applications The workshop series, news@mechlocal.com “Connecting Families – ASHLAND — Hanover due Friday Helping Parents Connect with County Public Schools and Longwood University have announced an exclusive partnership to offer the Economics and Personal Finance course to Patrick Henry High School students between June 15 and July 11. This course is available to all freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who have completed Algebra II. Upon completion of the dual enrollment class, students will not only earn college credits, but also satisfy two standard diploma requirements. Online and on-campus
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Their Children’s Digital Lives” – continues from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 13, at Liberty Middle School in Ashland with “Social Media & Body Image.” HCPS Instructional Technology support teachers provide the workshops to parents and guardians. The goal of this series is to support families in raising children who think critically, participate responsibly, and behave ethically in their online lives. The program materials were developed by Common Sense Education and are endorsed by the National PTA.
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Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND — The Hanover Industrial Air Park Business Association is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a senior from one of the four Hanover County Public Schools high schools with a desire to continue their post-high school education, including, but not limited to, apprenticeships, technical colleges and see HIAPBA, pg. 17
Local brewery plants hop garden at Lewis Ginter Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HENRICO — Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and Ashland’s Center of the Universe (COTU) Brewing Company recently planted a hop garden on the grounds of Lewis Ginter. Piedmont Hops in Chesterfield County provided Cascade hop rhizomes, a variety COTU has had success growing at its site in the past. Repurposed bourbon barrels from A. Smith
Bowman Distillery in Fredericksburg were used as “pots” for the hop plants, allowing for possible future relocation, hop variety substitutions and containment of the rhizomes. The hops were planted in Ginter’s Community Kitchen Garden, located behind the Conservatory. Although a working area of the Garden, this location will allow visitors access to see the hops growing. The hops will be harvested by COTU this fall with plans to create a garden-themed specialty brew.
Spring filled with events at Randolph-Macon Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND — The cultural arts calendar for RandolphMacon College is filled with a variety of events this spring. On Wednesday, April 15, the film, “Un sac de farine” (“A Bag of Flour”) will be presented from 5 to 7 p.m. in the SunTrust Theater at Brock Commons and
from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Room 201 of Brock Commons (Q&A and reception).
Francophone filmmaker Kadija Leclere will present her latest film, “Un sac de farine”
(“A Bag of Flour”), and talk about her experience as a female filmmaker, originally from Morocco and now living and working in Belgium. In the film, Sarah, 8 years old and already a lover of books, is learning to negotiate life in a Belgian Catholic orphanage. One day, a man see EVENTS, pg. 17
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ted on or before Friday, April 10. Applicants agree to allow HIAPBA to use any submitted videos to promote the HIAPBA Scholarship Program. For questions or concerns regarding the HIAPBA Scholarship, contact Margaret Hill at mhill@hcps4.hanover. k12.va.us or 804-365-4565.
through fifth graders. Foley said the Camp Showcase will be presented at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 24, at the Center. Singing, dancing, original movie and acting will be included.
The theme for this years’ camp is “A Series of Unfortunate Events.” No auditions are required. The 2015 Registration Form for the Youth Theatre Camp is now available
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Suspect stole items at listed location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.
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Unknown suspect(s) stole item at listed location on
Unknown suspect used victim’s information without permission on Stand Circle. Unknown suspect(s) stole items at listed location on Queens Lace Circle. Unknown suspect used
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Suspect damaged victim’s property on Bellspring Drive. Suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance on Sliding Hill
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Thursday, April 9 The Hanover Towne Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at Hanover Evangelical Friends Church at 6240 Mechanicsville EE E L 00 TH 38,5 $2
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Union Baptist Church of Mechanicsville at 6231 Pole Green Rd. in Mechanicsville. Guest speaker Marty Rowe of Cool Spring Baptist Church will discuss “Physical Fitness and Health.” The public is invited to attend. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, call Larry Gooss Jr. at 804-559-8010. The Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association and the Hanover Adult Center will host a caregiver support group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the Hanover Adult Center at 7231 Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville. The meetings will provide an opportunity for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s to exchange coping skills and give mutual support. Co-facilitators are Vivian Bagby and Barbara Allen. For more information, call the Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association chapter at 967-2580. CareShare, a faith-based support group for anyone who cares for a person with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease meets at 2 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the New Highland Baptist Church in Room 103. For more information, call 804-550-9601. Caregivers can join the group at any time.
April 17 Winn’s Baptist Church at 12320 Winns Church Road in Glen Allen will host a gospel music concert at 7 p.m., with music by Calvary’s Mercy. A love offering will be taken. For more information, call 804798-5512, 804-798-5513, 804798-6179 or Carlton at 804651-4544.
Saturday, April 18 Atlee High School’s Gridiron Club will hold its Annual Mulch Sale, offering
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shredded hardwood mulch for $3.50 for a two cubic foot bag. There is a special price for 60plus bags. Delivery is available for $10, with a 10-bag minimum. Pick-up will be available from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Atlee High School Stadium. To order, go to goatleestore.com or call 804-803-1382. The Ashland Police Department will host Spring Community Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pufferbelly Park. The event will feature a Dunka-Cop fundraiser for Virginia Concerns of Police Survivors. Also scheduled are face painting for kids, child identification kids and McGruff the Crime Dog, child safety seat check, fire department displays, food and fun. A prescription drug dropoff will be available to turn in expired and unused medications. A shred identity theft program will be offered. Residents may bring up to two (2) boxes (10”x13”x18”) or three (3) paper grocery bags of personal information to the Ashland Church of God at 407 Myrtle St. to be shred for free. For more information, call Officer Chip Watts at 804412-0615. Central Virginia Gospel Music Association (CVGMA) will sponsor a concert from 1 to 4 p.m. at Gethsemane Church of Christ at 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. Featured performers will be Danny Figgins, The Roosters, Vickie Bruce and Nikki Headley. A love offering will be taken for the groups. Gethsemane Church will have food for sale. For more information, call Carlton Holloway at 804-651-4544. The Ashland Renegade Farmers Market will be open
from 9 to 11 a.m. Items for sale will include fresh local produce, grass-fed meat, cage-free eggs, homemade breads, cookies and other baked goods, jams, jellies and pickles. The market is held behind Town Hall on Thompson Street and will be open every other Saturday until May, when the Ashland Farmers Market will resume normal operation. For more information, visit the Ashland Farmers Market Facebook page.
Sunday, April 19 GriefShare, a support group to help and encourage those who have lost a loved one, will meet from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in Room E106 of Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, email griefsupport@shadygroveumc.org or call 804-746-9073.
Saturday, April 25 A Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Anchor Baptist Church at 8026 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. The dinner and auction are being held to raise funds for a mission trip to Africa. Tickets may be purchased by calling the church office at 804-7465396 or online at http://www. anchorbaptistmva.com. The price is $5 for adults and $3 for children 10 and under. The Frog Level Volunteer Fire Department is seeking vendors for a flea market to be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. under the Pavilion. The fee is $15 infield and $10 for a 10x10foot space. For more information, email crozell@verizon.net or call 804-338-8697.
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claiming to be her father (he is) shows up with promises of a trip to Paris. A reluctant Sarah leaves with him, is drugged, and wakes up in a village in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. Leclere’s film draws from her own abduction experiences to paint a realistic and piercingly bittersweet picture of a life derailed. The film is sponsored by the Modern Languages Department, the Women’s Studies program and the Committee on Assemblies and Special Events (CASE). It is free of charge and open to the public. For more information, contact Sandrine Teixidor at 804752-7278 or steixidor@rmc.edu.
Atlee students create online interactive novels MECHANICSVILLE — Atlee High School’s 10th grade IB (International Baccalaureate) English Programme is launching a project called Adventure High School, an online interactive novel series built as a resource for high school English teachers and students. These student-created stories offer an interesting way in for teachers to study literary techniques, close reading activities, paired passages and SAT words. Like the “Goosebumps” stories from the 90s, students will make decisions affecting the overall outcome of the stories as they read. One adventure
revolves around the theme of a zombie outbreak at prom. The other adventure focuses on an evil light that roams Adventure High School, eating all in its path. The goal for this style of presentation is to engage students more and make the introduction of learning materials less boring. “I would rather pick my own plot. I feel like I would be in control of the story, and it would allow me to use my imagination,” said Reilly Franklin, an 11th grade student at Atlee. In addition to writing and editing the stories, the team is
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Amtrak’s emergency manager for the Virginia district. “It explains how to get passengers on and off safely and how to operate safely around our equipment. We assist first responders in any way we can.” In the event of a disaster, Amtrak is responsible for a multitude of services, including setting up family crisis centers for affected relatives. “We do internal exercises as well to prepare Amtrak for these emergencies. This is the place to learn. If we make mistakes, we want to make them here.” Amtrak offers the disaster training free of charge to first responders.
ations that could occur in our region. “Two years ago, we noticed that rail traffic was really picking up,” Moore said. “We already had a great relationship with CSX and Amtrak. Today is a culmination of the last two years of planning.” Moore said the exercise is designed to include not only first responders, but also stakeholders in the community who could be affected by a rail disaster. “We want those stakeholders at the table,” Moore said. “This offers us a good range to network and work through the process. That’s our overall goal today.” The county’s emergency plan not only addresses immediate concerns that could accompany a disaster, they also
“We want the public to know that we have these relationships that allow us to pull in those resources should we need them.” DOUG GOODMAN Police chief Town of Ashland
“We have a great relationship with Hanover,” Fruchtman said. “Those relationships are important. We want to meet these people long before we show up on a disaster scene.” Fruchtman said the recent disaster in North Carolina validates the importance of planning and pre-training. “We showed up there and knew what to do.” In 2009, the county held its first train disaster training exercise in Doswell that attracted over 400 participants statewide. Henri Moore coordinates Hanover’s training and emergency management routines, and said the department is attempting to prepare for situ-
focus attention on what happens after the accident. “How do we move into a recovery mode, getting roads back open and getting normalcy back to the community,” Moore said. Participants followed directions outlined by Battalion Chief Jeff Simpson on a mock incident action plan form supplied by FEMA. Team members from Ashland, Richmond, Hanover and other neighboring localities took part in the three-day exercise. The training involves Fire/ EMS, police, private sector and HAZMAT officials. Recent incidents in North Carolina and Lynchburg have heightened concerns regard-
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ing railway disasters, and last week’s three-day exercise seemed tailor-made to address those issues. “We think it’s very timely,” Moore said. Doug Goodman, chief of the Ashland Police Department, agreed. “With two railroad tracks and 60 to 80 trains a day, we have to be prepared. [Fire-EMS] Chief [Jethro] Piland and I have been talking about this for about a year and a half.” The pair visited the Lynchburg site and talked with officials to gain valuable knowledge regarding their methods of handling the emergency. “We spent a day in Lynchburg trying to learn from fire and police officials there,” Goodman said. “I hope this never happens, but — if we don’t plan — we are going to fail.” The plan is important, but Goodman said the relationships formed in these types of exercise is invaluable. “We want the public to know that we have these relationships that allow us to pull in those resources should we need them,” Goodman said. Piland agreed. “This is all about relationship building — us getting familiar with each other,” he said as the first day
of the exercise kicked off at Station 1 in Ashland. Piland said the focus of the exercise is multi-faceted. “One is preparedness for the citizens in the event of an emergency,” he said. “Two is to understand capabilities and gaps, and where do we need to support those gaps, and, three, is to build those relationships,” Piland added. Preparedness is the key in addressing any emergency and Piland said this three-day exercise goes a long way in establishing that base. But, it’s the relationships formed in training that can make the difference in the real world. “When an emergency occurs is not the first time I want to meet these people. I want to know you, train with you, and know what your capabilities are,” Piland said. Establishing regional relationships enhances a locality’s ability to respond, according to Piland. “We recognize that if there is a large scale event like the magnitude of Lynchburg that we don’t have enough resources in Hanover County,” Piland said. “We understand that — regionally — we need to work together.”
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Lisa Mayton Field, 43, of Mechanicsville, passed on March 31, 2015, due to complications from cancer. Born in Richmond City on August 13, 1971, Lisa held a B.A. in child psychology and a master’s degree in early child development. She was a teacher for 18 years, her last school being Laburnum Elementary School. During her career, she taught at various Henrico County Public Schools, teaching federal programs. Lisa is survived by her husband, James Craig Field, whom she married in July of 2007; her son, Charles Everett “Chase” Field; her siblings, Kenneth Mayton, Joan Pollock (Richard), Carolyn Stevens (Joe), Dianne Mills and Larraine Tate (Doug); her aunt, Mary Tuck; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Frances H. and Charles C. Mayton. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 3, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Interment followed in Hanover Memorial Park Cemetery. Contributions,
in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Bon Secours Hospice, Palliative Medicine, 5875 Bremo Rd., MOB South, Suite 305, Richmond, VA 23226 or donate online at bsvaf.org/ makeagift.
RINDA HERMANN
Rinda Hermann, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2015, in her home in Ashland. She was born Rinda Sue Holt of Boston, Kentucky, on September 15, 1943. She was predeceased by her parents, Leonard Ray and Lillie Mae Hughes. Rinda is survived by her husband, Melvin Hermann of Richmond; daughter, Dana (Anthony) Martin of Lexington, Kentucky; son, Trey Groves of Charleston, South Carolina; stepdaughters, Amy Doome and Kristen (Joe) Maccarone of Richmond; grandchildren, Andrea (Jonathan) Carey of Louisville, Kentucky, JonMichael (Tiffany) Martin of Fort Worth, Texas, Danielle (Tommy) Anderson of Columbus, Ohio, and Kara (Matthew) Butler of Charleston, South Carolina; stepgrandchildren, Alex Nelson, Ava Doome and Nicholas Maccarone of Richmond; 11 great-grandchildren; the father of her children, James Daniel Groves Jr.; and many beloved cousins. She was affectionately known by
her grandchildren as “Moppie.” Rinda loved anything nature from plants to animals, especially her friend to the end and cat, Hannah. Full of life and the ability to crack herself up, she loved to laugh until tears came down her face. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Rinda’s hospice nurses, Calisa Edwards and Melanie Doustout, for making her last moments full of comfort and peace. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Missions Ministry of West End Assembly of God, 401 N. Parham Rd., Richmond, VA 23229, 804-740-7042. Rinda was a member of the West End Assembly of God in Richmond, where her memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2015.
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Charlotte Hart Herndon, 79, of Ashland, passed away on March 27, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Herndon; father, Allie W. Hart of Ladysmith; and mother, Vivian A. Hart. She is survived by several cousins. Charlotte worked for Hanover County General District Court as a County Clerk. She was a member of County Line Baptist Church in Chilesburg. A graveside ser-
vice was held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at County Line Baptist Church Cemetery in Chilesburg. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the County Line Baptist Church Cemetery Fund. Online condolences can be registered at www.nelsenashland.com.
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DorothyHazelgrove“Dolly” Mantlo, 92, of Mechanicsville, widow of James Douglas Mantlo Sr., died peacefully at her home on Thursday, April 2, 2015. She is survived by two sons and their wives, Jimmy and Thelma Mantlo, Bill and Gayla Mantlo, and a sister-inlaw, Ruby Hazelgrove, all of Mechanicsville; six grandchildren, Kim, Wade, Donna, Christopher, Keith and Megan; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 30, 2015, in the Chapel at Black Creek Baptist Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Chapel Fund of Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. Online condolences may be offered at www. Woodyfuneralhome.com.
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love hearing the heartwarming songs played by a trio of fantastic musicians.” Recent directing credits with Virginia Rep include “The Magic Flute,” “Ferdinand the Bull,” “The Song of Mulan” and “The 1940’s Radio Hour.” Sanford is a longtime teacher with SPARC and an adjunct faculty member of the University of Richmond. Janeski and Wepplo team up to lead the cast. The two actually met and married on the Hanover stage five and a half years ago. Janeski returns to the stage in the title role of Charlie
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Harry W. Minor and wife, Alice, Ramona Rutherford and husband, Ronald, and Elexia J. Pulling. She also is survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at noon Monday, April 6, 2015, at the Woody Funeral Home, Parham Chapel, at 1771 N. Parham Road in Richmond. Interment followed at Signal Hill Cemetery in Hanover. Condolences may be left at woodyfuneralhomeparham. com.
WILLIAM D. MELTON JR.
William D. Jr. “Buddy” Melton Jr., 84, of Mechanicsville, passed away on April 1, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, William D. Melton and Doris Hart Foster; and also by his wife, Nellie Stutts Melton. He is survived by one son, William D. Melton III “Dallas”; and one daughter, Lydia Leigh Melton, both of Mechanicsville. He also is survived by his longtime companion, Betty Neale; and his beloved canine companion, “Max.” He attended John Marshall High School, where he played football and basketball. He was a member of Washington and Henry Masonic Lodge AF&AM since 1957. He was a member of Acca Shrine Directors Staff since 1967 and a charter member of Manchester Shrine Club. He earlier worked at VEPCO and later sold building material. He also was a member of the
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THAD MORGAN
Thad Lee Morgan, 47, of Mechanicsville, returned to his Heavenly Father peacefully in his sleep on April 3, 2015, surrounded by his wife and children. He was preceded in death by his father John Reid Morgan, and is survived by his loving wife and best friend, of almost 21 years, Cris Morgan, daughter Samantha Morgan, and son John Morgan. He served at church in many capacities throughout the years. He loved to help and serve others. Thad taught history for almost 18 years. His last 13 years were at Oak Knoll Middle School in Hanover County, where he also coached the girls’ basketball team. He truly enjoyed teaching and coaching. Thad will be missed by all who knew him. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2015, and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2015, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints meeting house at 8005 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. Interment will follow in Hanover Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to any charity of your choice or “pay it forward” to someone in need.
COVIE L. ROYSTER
Covie L. Royster, 98, of Amelia, passed from this life on April 4, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. “Buck” Royster; daughters- in-law, Grace and Jeannette Royster; and is sur-
vived by her sons, Charles (Mattie) of Mechanicsville, Robert (Jean) and Danny of Amelia; daughters, Rosa Burks Payne (Marvin) of Powhatan, Connie Amburn (Arnold) of Amelia; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; her brother, Donald Lynch of Amelia; sisters, Wylene Gunn of Chesterfield and Mildred Coleman of Spotsylvania. Mrs. Royster was a life member of Rennie Memorial Church and a 97-year resident of Amelia County. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Rennie Memorial at 6720 Dennisville Road in Amelia, with burial in the church cemetery. HillsmanHix Funeral Home at 16409 Court Street in Amelia was in charge of arrangements.
MARY SCHMUCK
Mary Belle Tucker Schmuck, 93, died Monday, March 30, 2015, in Hanover County. She was the widow of Lewis D. Schmuck Jr. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Belle Brannan and Richard Tucker Sr.; three brothers, Earl, Richard and Randolph Tucker; and two sisters, Helen T. Roberts and Anne Elizabeth Tucker. She is survived by a daughter, Patricia Schmuck Fox and her husband, George Fox, of Mechanicsville; and a son, Ronald T. Schmuck and his wife, Conny, of Berlin, Germany; also 10 grandchildren, Tom, Tricia, Tracey, Lori, Robin and Renee of Virginia, Danny, Johnny, Randy and Joni of Berlin, Germany; 12 great-grandchildren, Sean, Shane, Stone, Jacob, Andrew, Mary, Tanner, Arionna, Kalei and Hayden, all of Virginia, Milan and Cosima of Berlin, Germany. Mary was the former owner of Mary Lew’s Antique Shop, member of the Northminster Baptist Church since 1946 and a member of the Alpha Sunday School see OBITUARIES, pg. 28
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Mr. and Mrs. Charlie F. Fowler III are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Carly Ann Fowler, to Christopher James Buchanan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Buchanan of Caroline County and Wendi Farrow of Deltaville, Virginia. An August 2015 wedding is planned. Photo submitted by Debra Corley
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Tim Menzies returning home for May 9 concert at Hanover Staff Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE – Tim Menzies, a Mechanicsville native who was a 2015 Grammy nominee, will return home for a May 9 concert in the audito-
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and Learning (HSFOIL). For Gill, the debate was readily remedied simply by bringing the policies and procedures that had been established long ago into the 21st century. Caroline Provost and Stephanie Mayle, a senior and a junior at Hanover High School, met Thursday, March 26, with HCPS officials. Just days before, they, along with senior Nathan Pal, had shared their opinions and motivations with The Local. Gill said he had been in contact with Dana Gresham, principal at Hanover High, about the students’ concerns.
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“She wanted to keep me informed of their intentions, and my advice to her was ‘Why don’t we give them the opportunity, welcome the opportunity, to meet with them directly?’ ” Gresham then encouraged the students to meet with Gill and Julie Tate, the library media specialist, who had played an integral role in updating the policies and procedures related to any materials some in the community had deemed inappropriate. Tate, he noted, had been involved in two ways: through the appeals process for earlier challenges and then more so as a member of a four-person team that revised the policies students had questioned. Gill pointed out that Tate’s inclusion in meeting with the students proved vital in that he “thought she could give a lot of insights, especially since she was part of the committee that rewrote the policies; I was not. I was the person who presented them to the [Hanover County] School Board.” “It was refreshing to see students — not only the two that we met with but those they represented — that were taking an active role in local government and we conveyed this to them,” the assistant superintendent said. “We were impressed by the role that they were taking and getting involved with issues.” He said the students welcomed the opportunity “to make sure that facts were clarified surrounding the issues that they had concerns about.” When he spoke with The Local, he said he had received “a follow-up email from one of them thanking us both for our time as well as clarifying the policy. I feel it [the meeting] was more than worthwhile.” As for why the school division had decided to review the policies, Gill said, “Part of the board’s responsibilities is to make sure our policies are
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up to date; it’s a normal part of the process. These policies are not the only policies the board has looked at this year. We had a couple of challenges back in the fall (one book and one video).” “We realized that the policy needed updating because it was not reflective of the 21st century classroom.” For example, Gill noted that video streaming wasn’t available “even a few years ago. The policies themselves — they’re not new, they are being clarified to keep them reflective of the 21st century classroom.” As for full-length movies being part of the curriculum, he said, “As a whole, we recognize from time to time that movies sometimes do have a place [in the classroom]. Now there is a ratings system we ask teachers to go by.” Gill said that committee did agree that it was “appropriate to institute a ratings system.” Members’ work included clarifying a policy that already existed. “They [the committee members] felt as if the new policy was limiting a classroom teacher. There is nothing in the policy at all that should limit the classroom teacher about what is best for his or her students,” he said. “If there is something a classroom teacher feels may be controversial but still is worthy of instruction, that is communicated at home first. That should not eliminate the teachers. We still respect the teacher as the instructional leader.” Gill stressed that the policy is not new. “It was an update to an existing policy that has been on the books for years. We have 100 percent respect for the teacher as the instructional leader to choose what sources are best for the classroom, and, at the same time, the board has shown that home school communication is something we value.”
American,” Provost said. “Teachers choosing to Pal said Friedman is “an show something, or use a accredited director, wellsource that may be a conrenowned director. I thought troversial source, does not he did report; he told people exclude that source from stories.” Mayle added, “You being used, but we value didn’t get a sense of bias.” communication to the home While Provost said Friedman’s first so parents know why the work was “very objective on source is being used and can all viewpoints.” have that open communica“The video gives you tion with the school in case different they have perspectives more ques“I just can’t of views tions,” he emphasize enough of 9/11,” added. — there are no Pal said. “I censored materials “Education just can’t is about getemphasize in Hanover County ting differenough Public Schools.” ent perspec— there are DR. MICHAEL GILL tives.” no censored Assistant superintendent Mayle materials Hanover County said she was in Hanover Public Schools surprised County by the conPublic troversy the documentary Schools,” Gill said. drew after Sean Davis, who Mayle, Provost and Pal, represents the Henry District in meeting with The Local, on the Hanover County Board said they were prompted to of Supervisors, addressed become vocal after controverit during a meeting of the sy swirled about showing the 9/11 documentary, “Searching supervisors. He expressed his concerns with the video being for the Roots of 9/11,” by New shown as part of a lesson plan. York Times foreign affairs “Our students should be columnist Thomas Friedman able to take in different perin county classrooms. It aired spectives,” Provost said. in 2003 on the Discovery The student organization Channel. has a closed Facebook page Based on what they conand an active membership sidered to be policy changes with regular meetings. following what they called The 9/11 video and the the “9/11 video outbreak,” the spotlight placed on the school message spread throughout division’s policies and procethe student body. “It caused dures, Mayle said, have given a lot of student involvement,” voice to the students. She has Mayle said. seen some students opening Provost said students were up more than they had all not aware of any policy chang- year. “One of the major goals of es “until they were implementthe group is to encourage stued. We had heard something dent involvement in the eduabout an alternative assigncation system and the amount ment, but didn’t realize it was of support from community going to be proposed, decided service clubs,” Pal said. “On upon at the January meeting Facebook itself, the amount of [of the School Board].” people we made aware of the The three agreed that situation shows that people do Friedman’s documentary “was want to get involved, want to great; recording at its finest. learn more.” People definitely got involved.” “The controversial list is another hurdle a teacher has “I didn’t think it was anti-
to go through just to teach,” Provost said. “Teachers have been supportive, but they can’t speak out,” Mayle said. “Most students can kind of assume that teachers will not want to even try to approach the principal to approve that material to be taught if it was an issue in the past it may be an issue again,” Pal said. “Some teachers are motivated and really want their students to learn about certain topics.” “If anything,” Provost said, “this experience has motivated me to vote.” Talking about her excitement as a soon-to-be participant in the democratic election process, she also said that she expects “a vast number of my classmates feel the same way.” With a goal of classrooms that have a “world-conscious outlook,” Mayle said they want to “keep teachers from being reprimanded.” As for the students that will follow, Pal said, “We’re going to be graduating soon and we want them to have the advantages: a well-rounded education — getting perspectives from around the world instead of just what people want us to hear.” On Tuesday, members of HSFOIL plan to address the School Board. They will present their Mission Statement, submit a signed petition, and have students and parents in attendance to show their support. “Until then, we need to get our word out as much as possible in order to gain the support necessary for us to succeed, and, ultimately, in the long run, receive the absolute best education for ourselves and the students who will follow in our footsteps,” the three said. For more information on HSFOIL, go to https://www. facebook.com/pages/HanoverStudents-for-Freedom-ofInformation-and-Learning/60 9626325803879. The Twitter handle is @ HSFOIL. The Hanover County School Board will meet at 7 p.m. at the central office at 200 Berkley St. in Ashland.
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children, Sierra O’Donnell, Aidan O’Donnell, Ashleigh Peatross, Mike Peatross Jr. and Hayley Peatross. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today (Wednesday, April 8, 2015) at Vincent Funeral Home at 417 11th Street in West Point. Memorials may be made to King William Volunteer Fire Rescue, P.O. Box 139, Aylett, VA 23009 or West Point Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box X, West Point, VA 23181. Tributes may be posted at www.vincentfh.com.
S. Gary Thomas, 73, of Mechanicsville, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2015. He is survived by his two children, Jeff Thomas (Julie) and Jennifer Whipple (Mark); five grandchildren, Sarabeth Thomas and Mercy, Micah, Luke and Sophia Whipple; sis-
ter, LeReve Reardon; as well as two nieces, extended family and friends. Gary “The Governor” was the founder and owner of Governor’s Antiques for 45 years and was a proud member of the Virginia Air National Guard 192nd Fighter Wing. A memorial service was held at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 2, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Interment was private. Jennifer and Jeff kindly request friends to bring copies of photographs and written stories (of all kinds) of their dad to be enjoyed for years to come. Per Gary’s dying wish that his five grandchildren receive a college education, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made payable to: Edward Jones Investments, P.O. Box 3366, Mooresville, NC 28117, c/o Stuart G. Thomas’ grandchildren.
judges that includes MLB front office executives. A team from Arizona State University won the Graduate and Professional School Division. In the Undergraduate Division, the winning team was from Stanford University. Participating schools in the Undergraduate Division were: University of ColoradoLeeds School of Business; Elon University; Loras College; NYU-SCPS Tisch Center; Ohio University; St. John Fisher College; Syracuse University; Tufts University (two teams); and VCU-Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School, finishing just behind the top two winners in this division. Also representing Maggie Walker’s team were faculty advisor Dickson Benesh and students Tyler Walker and Justin Wilck, both from Chesterfield. Other participating schools in the Graduate and Professional School Division were: University of Alabama-Manderson School
of Business; Carnegie MellonTepper School of Business; University of Chicago-Booth; DePaul University; University of Nevada at Las Vegas-Lee Business School; Pepperdine University-Graziadio School of Business and Management; University of San Francisco; and Stanford University. ABOUT MAGGIE L. WALKER GOVERNOR’S SCHOOL The Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies is a highly-selective, regional public school that serves students throughout the metropolitan Richmond area. The participating school divisions are Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, Hopewell, King and Queen, New Kent, Petersburg, Powhatan, Prince George and Richmond. Climbing on the Newsweek/ Daily Beast list of America’s best public high schools from 16th in 2012 to 12th in 2014, MLWGS serves 746 high ability learners.
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Kids Clothes Swap set M E C HA N IC S V I L L E – The Mechanicsville Kids Clothes Swap will be held from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 18, at the Fairfield Presby-terian Church at 6930 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. All non-ticket holders are welcome to shop from 11 a.m. to noon. Donations days are: 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 14. 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 15. 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Those wishing to con-
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To wrap up an activity to the novel, “From the Mixed Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler,” by E.L. Konigsberg, the students in Anita Cary Wright’s fifth grade reading class at Pearson’s Corner Elementary School recently completed a scavenger hunt at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. In the novel, two children run away to hide in the Metropolitan Museum of New York because of injustices at home. “I wanted my students to experience the same museum atmosphere in the novel by visiting our city museum,” Cary Wright said. “Students were excited to be patrons at VMFA.” Shown are, from left, in the front, Kenna Abrams, George Li and Car Wright, and, back, Amber Saeed, Haley Lambert, Grant Newcombe, Isabella Lee, Hannah Beck, Zoe Deiss and Sara Williams.
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which Menzies’ mother Janet is a member. Menzies performed for several years as part of the Menzies
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food until the official Ashland Farmers Market reopens on Saturday, May 2. Locally grown and grassfed beef, chicken and pork are usually available, as well as seasonal vegetables and hydroponic lettuce and greens. Cage-free eggs, homemade breads, cookies, pies, biscotti, scones and granola, plus homemade jams, jellies, pickles and artisan soaps also are offered. Everything is produced within a 30-mile radius. Gardeners will be provided with the emerging availability of vegetable, herbs and flow-
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age medications (e.g., tablets, capsules, pills, etc.).
Family. In 1980, he moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue a career in music. He started by playing guitar on records with artists such as Kenny Rogers, Tammy Wynette, Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson.
While making a living playing guitar and singing, he continued to develop the writing abilities that had begun to bloom in his Mechanicsville home. Menzies signed his first publishing contract in 1985.
NOVELS developing the website, creating original artwork for the books, reaching out to local media, and producing movie trailers to
promote the adventures. The movie trailers offer a unique opportunity for the media to see the student involvement. This shoot will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, at Atlee.
Adventure High is scheduled to launch on Monday, June 1. It can be accessed at adventurehighschool.squarespace.com. Information submitted by Jacob Rawls, an AHS 10th grader.
er plants for spring planting. Organic and heirloom varieties are often available, and the selection expands as the weather warms up. The Renegade Farmers Market was started in 2008 by Keenbell Farm, a multi-generational family farm that has been in Hanover since 1951, according to Charles Isbell. They began selling their meats at the Ashland Farmers Market that same year. “We offer a variety of 100 percent grass-fed beef, pasture raised pork and free-range eggs throughout the year. Chicken availability varies during the winter depending on demand due to the seasonal production
of true free-range chicken,” he said. “We pride ourselves in using an innovative sustainable approach to agriculture to produce the highest quality products for our customers.” Seasonal vegetables also are available at the Renegade Market. “Even though it’s not summer, we still have local seasonal food that is fresh and good for you,” Linda Bruce, owner of Rain or Shine Greenhouse Gardens, said. Bruce grows pesticide-free hydroponic lettuce and greens throughout the year at her family-owned and operated greenhouses in Hanover County. She said they harvest about 800
heads of lettuce a week. A three-year Ashland market veteran, she also offers gluten-free baked goods, laundry concentrate and hand scrub. Pampatike Farm in King William, operated by Carroll Curtis and Brian Sinclair, offers kale, Swiss chard, spinach, and beets. They also have eggs, fudge and more. Christi Macomber, owner of “Macshack Acres,” based near Doswell, offers fresh home-baked granolas, sweets and breads, as well as seasonally-available free-range eggs. “I’m looking forward to my seventh season at the Ashland Farmers Market and appreciate the opportunity to offer fresh-
baked goodness year-round at the Renegade Market,” she said. Richard and Paula Neely, owners of Neely’s Garden in Old Church, sell homemade yeast and sweet breads created from scratch, including sourdough, deli rye, peppery cheddar, asiago and herb breads. They also offer organic vegetables, cut flowers and herbs, garden and landscape plants in season. “We’ve seen a steady increase in the number of people who visit the winter markets since we became vendors three years ago. People know that they can count on getting fresh, high quality local items that are reasonably priced,”
Richard Neely said. Other renegade market vendors include Dragonfly Farms (grass-fed beef and lamb, and vegetable, herb and bedding plants), Bonnie Biggins Farm (jams, jellies, pickles and eggs), Rina Factory Home Baked Goods, (biscotti, scones, sweets, etc.), Liberty Creek Farm (chicken) and Montpelier Soapworks. For more information about the Renegade Farmers Market and the upcoming Ashland Farmers Market and to see what vendors will be participating, visit the Ashland Farmers Market on Facebook. Information submitted by Paula Neely.
Liquid products, such as prescription cough syrups (please keep sealed in original container). The following are exam-
ples of items that will not be accepted: Intravenous solutions, injectibles and needles. Illicit substances such as
marijuana or methamphetamine. This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are
highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the
home medicine cabinet. Americans are now advised that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines — flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash — pose potential safety and health hazards. Information submitted by Maj. Michael J. Trice, Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.
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5-gallon limit. Materials accepted include flammables, organic liquids, aerosols, oxidizers pesticides, herbicides and corrosive liquids and solids. Mercury thermometers and switches also will be accepted. No paints, batteries, tube fluorescent light bulbs, explosives or radioactive materials will be accepted. Up to four boxes (10” by 12” by 18”) of documents will be accepted for shredding. This event is for Hanover County residents only (identification required). Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.
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what they deemed attempted censorship. If students want to find out why most Muslims hate America, learn the ways of Muslims, or better yet how Muslim women are treated in Muslim countries. They are welcome to pursue that on their own time. No one is trying to block them from finding that information. During school hours, however, they are required to learn fairly standard lesson plans. Now, if a teacher wants to make a political statement
during his or her class time, that would be a matter for the Hanover County School Board, the superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools and the adult members of the community to address. Anthony C. Giletto Mechanicsville
Resident: don’t change policy I was surprised to read your opinion of the Hanover School Board policy on controversial course material in your March 25, 2015, editorial. The Mechanicsville Local has a
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reporter at every School Board meeting. This also is true of the Herald-Progress and sometimes the Richmond TimesDispatch. All three of these papers are aware the Hanover County Public Schools policy on controversial material is by no means unreasonable. As a matter of fact, the controversial 9/11 video can be shown and was shown. The Hanover County School Board does not ban any course material. The reporters for The Mechanicsville Local, HeraldProgress and the Richmond Times-Dispatch are well aware of this. As you know, the educa-
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tion (teachers union) lobby is not happy with the School Board budget just submitted to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. The education (teachers union) lobby wants more money. They want a meals tax. The education (teachers union) lobby has a history of involving our children and grandchildren in their political games. I believe the formation of this new Hanover Students for Freedom of Information and Learning is just another attempt to enlist the immature. All their efforts have failed. Parents, be warned. Your
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children are being used. The HSFOIL Facebook page supports R-rated videos. The Hanover County Public Schools policy now in effect is excellent. It should not be changed. If anyone is concerned about the Hanover County Public Schools policy, I urge them to attend the April 14 meeting in Ashland and be heard. The education (teachers union) lobby knows what they want. What is best for students is not on the list of concerns for the education (teachers union) lobby. Larnie C. Allgood Jr. Mechanicsville
MECHANICSVILLE — Lee-Davis PTSA is sponsoring its spring BJ’s membership drive through Monday, April 20. The $40 fee will include an extended 15-month membership or renewal, two household cards and a donation to L-D PTSA. (Other membership options can be found on the form.) The application/renewal form is located on the school’s website, www.hcps.us/ldhs, and all forms are due with payment to the school main office no later than April 20.
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No Lyttle feat: Hawk pitcher no-hits Atlee By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – The memory of his accomplishment Tuesday night will send chills down Hanover pitcher Grey Lyttle’s spine for the rest of his life. Well, maybe it will be the memory of the ice water his teammates drenched him in afterward that will bring the chills. Lyttle, who spent most of last year in the shadow of Hawks’ ace Derek Casey – who now pitches for the University of Virginia – advanced his claim for that title this year with a 3-0 nohit victory over Mechanicsville rival Atlee. “That is, I think, our first no-hitter of a county team,” said Hanover head coach Charlie Dragum. “That was really awesome.” Dragum said Lyttle had not been throwing well lately, but the hurler did an excellent job of keeping the Raiders’ batters off balance all night. “He just completely stepped up,” Dragum said. “He was just mixing all of his pitches. He was throwing his cutter. He had command of his fastball for most of the first half of the game. And then it seemed he was almost pitching backwards – he was throwing cutters on fastball counts and they just had a really hard time figuring out
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Smith picks up win for Raiders By Dave Lawrence sports@mechlocal.com RICHMOND – The Richmond Raiders needed a bit of a pick-me-up after giving up an Alabama touchdown on the first play from scrimmage and after backto-back fumbles sucked the life out of their first offensive drive. Defensive back Brian Smith gave the Raiders the boost they needed. Smith intercepted Alabama quarterback Garrett Sutphen’s pass at the Richmond 10 and returned it 40 yards for a touchdown.
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Hanover second baseman Jack Dragum (center) and first baseman John Gregory (10) complete a 4-3 groundout in the Hawks’ 3-0 victory over the visiting Raiders Tuesday.
what he was doing.” Lyttle said he was not thinking of a no-no. He was just thinking about the next pitch. “I was trying to think of getting ahead in the count and rolling them on a three-pitch out,” Lyttle said. “Coach Hoy,
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our pitching coach is always preaching, ‘Get them out in three pitches or less.’ ” Lyttle was not perfect – he walked a couple of Atlee batters, but neither of them managed to get home. “The inning that I walked
the two batters I was unfocused,” Lyttle said. “I needed to get back into my routine pitching. So from that point on, I just worried about throwing strikes.” John Gregory provided all of the scoring Hanover needed, knocking in two Hawks runs
with a base-clearing triple in the third inning. Aaron Saunders, who went 2-for-3 with a double, knocked in their other run in the fourth inning. Despite the loss, the Raiders played a solid game. “I think our pitchers did a good enough job to win a game,” said Atlee head coach Roscoe Johnson. “But when
But one pick wasn’t enough. By the time the night was over, he had three more interceptions and the Raiders had their first victory of the season, 60-45 on Saturday night in their home opener at the Richmond Coliseum. “We started off bad,” said Smith. “We gave up that first touchdown at the opening of the game. And the offense went out there three-and-out. We needed points bad, so I just got the ball and I had to get the touchdown for us.” Smith said the team changed after his interception see PICKS, pg. 36
you’re going against a two-time state champion, things happen. I felt like [Lyttle] did a heck of a job. … We didn’t back down.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com. Atlee 000 000 0 — 0 0 1 Hanover 002 100 x — 3 6 0 Wilkerson 3, Neagle 2, Whitfield 1. Lyttle 7 W: Lyttle. L: Wilkerson Records: Atlee 1-1; Hanover 3-0.
Capital track teams use meet for testing, learning By Dylan Garner Richmond Times-Dispatch MECHANICSVILLE – Be it the athletes warming up their legs, the coaches warming up their yelling voices or even working out the kinks of the starting-line gun, everyone was looking to get the outdoor track and field season started right at the Capital District meet at Atlee on Wednesday evening. The first meet of the season wasn’t intended to showcase the stars of the Richmond area. Most coaches used the event as an opportunity to test their rosters and see which of the younger or newer athletes can stand out. Henrico coach Jeff Brown said he has 30 girls on the team – more than he has ever had. He’s looking to add some quality performers to the group of nine who finished second at the 5A indoor state championships behind Atlee. “Spring track is real track season, you get all the best athletes from basketball and wrestling and indoor track,” Brown said. “Our thing is to just keep developing people and hope somebody really gets to the point where they can become state-caliber or contribute.” The Henrico girls are led by senior LaChyna Roe, one of the top athletes who took part in the competition. She won the triple jump with an effort of 393, a solid start to her final high school track season. While she has personal goals for the season, such as eclipsing the 41-foot mark in the triple jump, she is embracing the role of team leader with the influx of new girls looking to break into the team. She is happy with all the people looking to make their impact on the team. “Like on the bus over today, we’re not used to all these people on the bus,” Roe said. “It just
shows that everyone is willing to contribute, and you really have to be a leader, being the old person on the track.” Highland Springs coach Matt Gifford said one of his challenges for the spring season is getting everyone on the same page. Some might need the motivation to push themselves as team contributors, while others might be looking forward to football season. “In outdoor, you have to work with the individuals a little bit better, not just talk about team focus and team goals,” Gifford said. “Are they trying to improve for football? Are they out because their girlfriends are out? You got to find the little things, and use those as motivation.” The three Hanover County members of the Capital District had a strong showing at the meet, especially Atlee as the meet was held on the Raiders’ home track. The Atlee girls continued the momentum the carried at the end of the indoor season when they won their second straight Group 5A state title. India Lowe won two events, the 100 hurdles and the 200 dash. Carly Feyerabend won the pole vault, Erin McDaniel won the pole vault, CeeCee Harris won the 100 dash and Zaliah Carey won the 300 hurdles. Lee-Davis Olivia Tuck won the discus. One the boys side, Atlee again was well represented amid the winner’s circle. Justin Hall won two events, the triple jump and the 110-meter hurdles. Bryce Simpson – who missed the Group 5A state indoor championships because of an injury – returned in fine enough shape to win the pole vault. The Raiders’ C.J. Tilton won the discus, Chad Foltz won the 1,600 run and Connor Moses won the 3,200. Atlee’s 1,600 relay team of Gabriel
Hawkins, Darius Lacy, Jake Dehetre and Tre Fields also emerged as winners. Hanover’s Jimmy Taylor won the shot put. With the first meet of the spring season concluded, teams are one step closer to finding their identity. It’ll be a twomonth marathon to figure out who makes it to the end. Dylan Garner can be reached at dgarner@timesdispatch.com. Girls winners: Long jump: Amani McFadden (Henrico) 16-5.25; Triple jump: LaChyna Roe (Henrico) 393.25; High jump: Carly Feyerabend (Atlee) 5-4; Pole vault: Eric McDaniel (Atlee) 10-0; Shot put: Destiny Dabney (Varina) 32-7; Discus: Olivia Tuck (Lee-Davis) 92-2.75; 3,200meter relay: Glen Allen (Mayah Valentin, Kaitlyn Bayless, Julia Blend, Caitlin Donovan) 12:20.98; 100 hurDaniel Sangjib-Min/The Local dles: India Lowe (Atlee) 15.15; 100 Atlee’s Justin Hall (center) leads the field during the 110-meter hurdles during the Capital District dash: CeeCee Harris (Atlee) 12.87; 8 track meet at Atlee High School Wednesday. Hall won the 110 and the high jump. 1,600 run: Caroline Robelen (Glen Allen) 5:25.12; 400 relay: Glen Allen (Symone Bullock, Kat Holloway, Kendra Roberts, Makayla Williams) 52.70; 400 dash: Alexis Stafford (Varina) 1:01.00; 300 hurdles: Zaliah Carey (Atlee) 46.63; 800 run: Ashley Brown (Henrico) 2:27.52; 200 dash: India Lowe (Atlee) 25.64; 3,200 run: Rebecca Fagan (Glen Allen) 12:08.30; 1,600 relay: Varina (Brooke Perkins, Destiny Jefferson, Asyah Reid, Shantoria Anderson) 4:40.72. Boys winners: Long jump: De’Andre Henderson (Highland Springs) 19-9.25; Triple jump: Justin Hall (Atlee) 44-2.25; High jump: De’Andre Henderson (Highland Springs 5-8; Pole vault: Bryce Simpson (Atlee) 14-6; Shot put: Jimmy Taylor (Hanover) 46-8; Discus: C.J. Tilton (Atlee) 139-5.5; 3,200 relay: Highland Springs (Tyron Evans, Victory Harrison, Brennan Johnson, Henry Ross-Clunis) 8:22.93; 110 hurdles: Justin Hall (Atlee) 15.71; 100 dash: JuWawn Tune (Highland Springs) 11.54; 1,600 run: Chad Foltz (Atlee) 4:43.14; 400 relay: Varina (Anthony Lofton Jr., Joshua Christmas, Ibrahim Konate, Jourdan Davis) 44.68; 400 dash: Stella & Jesse Waltz, P.E., Maurice Goode (Glen Allen) 51.20; Owners 300 hurdles: James Jeter (Highland Springs) 43.11; 800 run: Jordan *Any job over $3000. Good only when presented at time of Fountain (Varina) 2:03.41; 200 dash: free inspection. Not to be combined with any other offer. Joshua Christmas (Varina) 23.46; 3,200 run: Connor Moses (Atlee) 9:57.97; 1,600 relay: Atlee (Gabriel Hawkins, Darius Lacy, Jake Dehetre, Tre Fields) 3:37.48.
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Gilbert goes the (extra) distance against Atlee By Brad Bess Richmond Times-Dispatch MECHANICSVILLE – Haley Gilbert pitched an extended complete game, freshman Lauren Hughes had the game-winning hit and No. 7 Hanover defeated No. 3 Atlee 3-2 in nine innings on Tuesday at Hanover. Hughes worked a full count then hit a deep infield single that Atlee gloved but couldn’t control, allowing Erin Acors to score from third and handing the Raiders their first loss of the season. “It was a fun game,” Hawks coach Stephanie Acors said. “If we hadn’t come out on top, it’d still been a fun game.” Peyton St. George had an RBI single in the top of the first inning to give Atlee a 1-0 lead. Mackenzie Wyatt crossed the plate for Hanover to tie the game off Gilbert’s groundout to short to tie the game in the bottom of the inning.
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return. “Once I got the pick and scored, I feel like everybody — the whole team — just picked up,” said Smith. “Our morale just went to the roof after that and we just took off from there.” After Richmond briefly took an 8-7 lead on kicker T.C. Stevens’ uno immediately after Smith’s score, Alabama added two more scores in the first quarter on a 40-yard field goal by Clint Slappey and a 16-yard pass from Sutphen to Justin Kenton to finish the opening quarter with a 16-8 lead. But the Hammers’ momentum evaporated after that. The Raiders (1-2) erupted for 31 unanswered points in the sec-
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The Hawks took the lead off Raiders starter Laura Kate Moss in the bottom of the fourth when Emma Casey hit an RBI double to left. Atlee tied the game with Casey Barrett’s RBI single up the middle in the top of the fifth. The Raiders then replaced starting pitcher Laura Kate Moss with St. George. St. George struck out 10 and held the Hawks scoreless until the bottom of the ninth. It was a good early-season win for the Hawks, but Acors said the focus is on what’s ahead. “We still have to focus and do things right, no matter who we’re playing,” Acors said. “I don’t take anyone lightly. When people ask me for predictions on who’s going to win, you’ll never see me bet on that. Every game is just game to game, out to out.” On Tuesday, she said she couldn’t have been more pleased with her battery.
ond quarter to take control of the game with a 39-16 halftime lead. “The second quarter was the turning point of the game,” said Alabama coach Scott Sharp. “We weren’t able to do anything offensively and turnovers hurt us. They just outplayed us.” The offensive totals for both teams was similar: 294 total yards for Alabama and 249 for Richmond. The key was in the passing game. The Hammers’ Sutphen completed 18 of 46 passes for 287 yards. The Raiders’ Jonathan Bane completed 23 of 40 passes for 245 yards. But Sutphen was intercepted five times while Bane had only one interception. Alabama also lost a fumble. “Very nice to get the win and get that bear off our back,” said Richmond coach James
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Right, Hanover’s Lauren Hughes (left) celebrates her game-winning hit with her teammates at the end of the Hawks’ 3-2 victory over Atlee Tuesday. Above, Hanover’s Haley Gilbert pitches against Atlee’s Laura Kate Moss. Gilbert won the pitchers’ duel with Moss and Peyton St. George.
“Emma (Casey) does the pitch calling and she does a fantastic job and compliments Haley’s pitching style,” Acors said. “She really mixed her speeds and won some big
Fuller. “We’ve still got to work on a lot of things — we gave up too many big touchdowns and didn’t finish offensively when we had to.” The Raiders, who failed to hold a late lead against Columbus last week, couldn’t rest easy despite going into the fourth quarter with a 43-23 lead. They gave up 22 points to the Hammers in the final frame. Part of the reason was that Richmond was loosening up the defense to force Alabama to chew up the clock. But Fuller said his team still gave up too much. “We gave up too many screamers,” Fuller said. “We left too many guys wide open.” He said the Raiders will be better when they’re healthy — a prospect not helped by the fact that defensive back Malik
battles up there at the plate, so I couldn’t be more proud.” Gilbert struck out six with no walks to keep Hanover without a loss. “That was my goal, just to come out here and throw a
good game because I know I have a good defense to back me up,” said Gilbert, a junior. “A lot of people doubted us and didn’t think we could do it, so it just proved to a lot of people that we do have a good team this year,
and we are ready to win. “Every game against Atlee is a good game. This game was a little intense, but we pulled through.” Brad Bess can be reached at bbess@timesdispatch.com.
Cromarte was injured late in the fourth quarter. “We’re going to have to get healthy and get better,” Fuller said. Richmond next hosts the Columbus Lions at the Richmond Coliseum Saturday at 7 p.m. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com. Alabama Richmond
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ALA – McClain 40 pass from Sutphen (Slappey kick) RIC – Smith 40 interception return (Stevens kick) RIC – Stevens uno ALA – Slappey FG 40 ALA – Kenyon 16 pass from Sutphen (kick failed) RIC – Wilson 12 pass from Bane (Stevens kick) RIC – Jones 19 pass from Bane (Stevens kick)
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Richmond’s Brian Smith (20) returns an interception for a touchdown early in the Raiders’ 60-45 victory over Alabama at the Richmond Coliseum Saturday. Smith intercepted Hammers quarterback Garrett Sutphen (10) four times.
RIC – Okafor 1 run (Stevens kick) RIC – Bryant 2 run (Stevens kick) RIC – Stevens FG 27 ALA – McClain 40 pass from Sutphen (Slappey kick) RIC – Wilson 26 pass from Bane (Steven kick) RIC – Stevens uno
ALA – Sutphen 1 run (McSwain pass from Sutphen) ALA – Kenyon pass from Sutphen (Slappey kick) RIC – Wilson 8 pass from Bane (kick failed) ALA – McSwain 4 pass from Sutphen (McGuire pass from Sutphen)
Track teams seek to build momentum in spring By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Because of the weather-related delays, the Virginia High School League indoor track and field season was prolonged by nearly two weeks. Area athletes had barely a weekend off before having to prepare for the start of the 2015 outdoor season. This year, Atlee’s girls, the reigning Virginia High School League Group 5A indoor champions, have a good chance of carrying that success over into the outdoor season. Lee-Davis, the defending Group 5A boys outdoor champion, have some work to do to keep their title. Patrick Henry should make some noise at the 5A level. Hanover gets a boost in terms of personnel which should make the Hawks competitive in Group 4A, while King Williams’ girls hope to be among the elite by the time the Group 2A season comes to an end.
think that’ll help us a little bit.” The Raiders girls have again plenty of depth with the ability to score in every type of event. That bodes well for them to snag an outdoor title as well as their indoor championship. “On the girls side, we certainly hope to be [near the top],” Triemplar said. “We figure we’ll be one of a half a dozen [top contenders] as long as we keep everyone healthy.” One person they need healthy is Raine Wilson. Wilson, a thrower, suffered a foot injury in the indoor season and had to rely on arm strength alone in the shot put in the 5A indoor meet. Wilson, while not 100 percent, is better. Furthermore, she is learning the discus. “She’s just learning the disc,” Triemplar said. “That might benefit us if she’s able to pick up enough.” The boys, he said, should finish among the top 10 at the state level. They will be helped by the return of Bryce Simpson. Simpson, a top pole vaulter, did not compete in the state indoor meet because of an injury, but he has been back and is close to top form.
Atlee The Raiders’ boys and girls teams will benefit from the expanded outdoor event list. “One thing that helps is Lee-Davis that we have two hurdle events The Confederates’ boys instead of one and two throwing events instead of one,” said Atlee team finished a somewhat dishead coach Jim Triemplar. “I appointing seventh at the Group
Atlee High School Wednesday. The Lee-Davis girls, already depleted in numbers, also lost a few team members to softball. While Mathews would love to see the Confederates girls return to the glory days where they won eight straight Capital District titles, he knows they have still have some building to do to get there. The boys, however, have the potential to bring another state title back to Mechanicsville – if they correct some mistakes from the indoor season. “I hope that they took the state meet as a learning experience,” Mathews said. “I’m not sold on that yet with the older kids. … They’re going to have to prove in the upcoming weeks that they belong among the elite teams. Because the elite teams, they’re cooking.”
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Lee-Davis’ Olivia Tuck, a basketball standout who just joined the outdoor track and field team, should give the Confederates a boost in throwing events.
5A meet last month. But they are re-focusing now to make a convincing challenge for a second-straight state outdoor title. “We’re just kind of getting back to basics,” said head coach Neil Mathews. “We’re getting consistent with practice, working on fitness, breaking in the
new kids – trying to teach the Lee-Davis way of doing things.” There will be little change over in rosters from the indoor to the outdoor season. Mathews said the main change is an influx of talent from the Lee-Davis basketball teams, and – for the girls – from the gymnastics team.
One such new arrival has already had an impact on the girls team. Olivia Tuck, one of the leaders of the Confederates girls basketball team, has joined the track team as a thrower. Tuck won the discus with a throw of 92 feet, 2-3/4 inches at the Capital District 8 meet at
Patrick Henry Patriots coach Scott Brown is looking forward to a season not scrambled by the weather. The Patriots were hurt at the end of the indoor season because of the cancellation of the Region 5A North meet which both limited the number of Patrick Henry athletes advancing to the state meet and also limited the amount of practice they were see TRACK, pg. 39
Hamlin hopes win boosts local interest in RIR By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor HENRICO – Denny Hamlin did not take much time off following his win at Martinsville Speedway in the STP 500 on March 29. Last Tuesday, less than 48 hours after treating Martinsville fans to a spectacular victory burnout, the Chesterfield native was stump-
ing through the area drumming up interest in the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond International Raceway on April 25. Hamlin had gone 31 races without a victory before picking up his 25th career win and fifth win at Martinsville. He said his recent win should help excite local fans when the NASCAR world settles in on the Richmond area two weeks
from now. “Really, a lot of the people that come to the races at Richmond are a lot of the same race fans that watched us race at Southside Speedway or Southampton or South Boston,” Hamlin said at an appearance at RIR Tuesday. “You hope to gather those race fans.” Hamlin said it is important to have home-grown drivers do
well in the sport. “A lot of the fans that come here are rooting for me because I’m the local guy,” Hamlin said. “I’ve left here frustrated the last couple of times. Our cars haven’t performed the way they should have. Hopefully the win [at Martinsville] this weekend kind of gives us a sign that we’re going to be back towards the front when we come back to
this race track.” Regardless, Hamlin expects race fans to get a good show at the Toyota Owners 400. “Obviously, Richmond is never short of having actionpacked races. … I think that’s been as good as it’s ever been,” Hamlin said. “I think it’s a good time for people who have taken some time off from the races to come back.”
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Chesterfield native Denny Hamlin said he hopes that having a local driver doing well this early in the Sprint Cup season boosts local interest in the Toyota Owners 400 in Richmond on April 25.
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Girls tennis teams begin season with new goals By Danny Polk For The Mechanicsville Local MECHANICSVILLE – As the girls’ tennis season enters full swing, new faces and new expectations become the storyline for the county’s teams in 2015. Hanover, ranked No. 8 in the Richmond Times-Dispatch Top 10, paces the area with an experienced lineup featuring junior Caroline Hare. The Hawks will need to get through Midlothian, one of the deepest teams in the region, in order to hoist a conference or regional trophy, but have postseason experience to build on. Meanwhile, Atlee, LeeDavis, and Patrick-Henry lose a significant portion of their starters from a season ago. The Raiders round out the rankings at No. 10 and will, along with the Confederates, rely on development of their underclassmenheavy lineups in order to compete in a strong Conference 11. Hanover Hanover has established itself as a regional contender,
finishing in the Times-Dispatch Top 10 several seasons in a row. Hare returns to the no.1 spot where an 11-3 campaign a season ago earned her a second team all-metro selection. Along with Emily Wu of J.R Tucker and Jemiah Lewis of Dinwiddie, Hare is one of the top No. 1s in Conference 20 and will be a favorite to take the conference singles title. “Caroline is very talented,” Hanover assistant coach Phil Hein said. “She’s been very consistent for us at No. 1.” Moving to No. 2 is senior Jordan McFee, up one spot from last year. McFee and Hare will make up the Hawks’ top doubles tandem and should contend for the conference crown. A freshman, Mattie Moon, holds the No. 3 slot, while Nos. 4, 5 and 6 return to their respective lines from a 2014 season that saw the Hawks take second in Conference 20. With five returning starters, Hanover will look to match the depth of Midlothian in head coach and former Stetson University standout Lindsey Hein’s third season. Hanover will
season. Senior Casey Dunivan makes the jump from No. 4 to the top spot in the lineup. Freshman Mary Crawford will take over the No. 2 line. Dunivan and Crawford teamed up for a convincing 8-2 win at No. 1 doubles against Atlee. “The returning seniors show experience and leadership,” head coach Nancy Sheridan said. “Casey Dunvian will play in the number one spot which is a quite a jump from last season. However, I feel she is ready to handle it.” Dave Lawrence/The Local
Hanover’s Caroline Hare, one of the top No. 1 girls’ singles players in the area, will anchor the Hawks’ squad this season. They will find a tough Conference 20 opponent in Midlothian.
get its first shot at Midlothian on April 27 in a regular season matchup. Will this be the year the Hawks can break through and take out the Trojans? “We have some good depth this year. Our No. 5-10 are all capable of beating each other,” Lindsey Wyeth said. “We want to challenge for the Conference 20 and 4A South region championships.” Atlee
The Raiders are under the direction of first-year head coach Steve Emerson. His daughter, junior Gilliam Emerson, is at the top of the Atlee lineup. Sophomore Shelby Morton is the lone returning starter and will play No. 3. Another sophomore, Taylor Keeler is slated at No. 2 while freshman Emily Deges completes Atlee’s top four singles spots. Neither of the Wills sisters (Emily and Jessica) are on the roster this season,
which surely hurts the Raider’s depth. Atlee has an early season 6-3 victory over Lee-Davis, but find themselves in Conference 11 with the region’s best two teams: Mills Godwin and Deep Run. Taking out one of the tennis giants will prove a tall feat for the young Raiders squad. Lee-Davis The Confederates return three of six starters from last
Patrick Henry The Patriots reached the regional playoffs last season, but lose four starters from that team. Senior Sami Teets will play No. 1. Sisters Emily and Erika Kurtzweil will play No. 2 and No. 6, respectively. “We’re hoping several girls will step up and take advantage of the opportunity of starting in the top six and give us some support in the 3-6 positions,” said tenth year head coach John Bland. Danny Polk can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.
Rebuilding mode in vogue for boys tennis By Arthur Utley For The Mechanicsville Local MECHANICSVILLE – Bill Wheaton couldn’t have asked for much more out of his first season as coach of the Hanover High School boys tennis team. The Hawks went 14-1 with the loss coming in the Virginia High School League Group 4A state semifinals. Wheaton’s and the Hawks’ good fortune was in having an experienced, senior-laden top six led by No. 1 Danny Polk, who earned first-team All-Metro honors from The
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Times-Dispatch after compiling a 26-1 singles record. He won the Conference 20, 4A South Region and Group 4A state singles titles. Polk teamed with No. 2 James Pollard, another senior, to win the conference and region doubles titles. Polk, who also has skills as a journalist (see the girls tennis preview), has moved on to play at Stevens Institute of Technology. Pollard is a member of the Philadelphia University squad. The departure of Polk, Pollard, Logan Healy and
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Lanning Blaser left Wheaton with many holes to fill and a tough act to follow in his second season. Hanover Returnees Zach Palmer, Alan Meade and Morgan Cole provide experience and leadership. Palmer, a junior who played No. 4 in 2014 and No. 6 as a freshman, didn’t lose his first high school singles match until earlier this season. Palmer also picked up a singles victory over Atlee No. 1 James Henderson this season. Cole, a junior, and Meade,
a sophomore, shared the No. 6 spot last year. Meade is playing No. 3 and Cole No. 4 this time around. Freshman Turner Cole’s athleticism and skill has enabled him to step into the No. 2 spot. T. Cole played on Hanover’s state runner-up volleyball team and junior varsity basketball. Another freshman, Jacob Blevins, is No. 5 on the ladder, and Ryan Madison, a senior, holds down No. 6. The Hawks are fielding all new doubles teams. How the doubles teams perform as the season goes on could determine
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Jacob Deaton (left) and William Ford, shown here in a doubles match against Douglas Freeman on Wednesday, will be some of the stalwarts of the Atlee boys’ tennis team this season.
how far Hanover advances beyond conference play. Midlothian is solid as the preseason favorite in Region 4A South especially after handing Cosby its first loss just before
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L-D grad hits boards, books at Hood College By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Chris Cook took a while to make up his mind. The former basketball and football standout at Lee-Davis first attended Randolph-Macon College, where he played for a year under Yellow Jackets’ head coach Nathan Davis. But it was not the right fit, so he transferred to Hood College in Frederick, Maryland. For a while at Hood, he still was not sure it was the right fit, and considered transferring somewhere else. But by last year – his junior year – he made up his mind, and
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able to have. One of the Patriots with a mission this spring is Tiffany Harris, who failed to defend her indoor title in the 300 hurdles this year. “She wasn’t very happy with the way the 300 went,” coach Scott Brown said at the Group 5A state indoor meet at Boo Williams Sportsplex last month. “Any time you’re the defending state champion, you want to come back and defend your
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region play. Atlee Third-year coach Russell Campbell fields a veteran lineup led by James Henderson, a senior who is ensconced at No. 1 again. Campbell says the Raiders are strong from top to bottom
said he had something of a wandering bug. “[Randolph-Macon] was fine,” Cook said. “I enjoyed my time there – that’s obviously a great program. … It’s close to home. I just felt like I needed a change of scenery.” The initial change of scenery was not quite enough, however. “Even at Hood, he was here a year and didn’t play,” said Hood head basketball coach Tom Dickman. “He was talking Courtesy of Charlie Covell/Hood College about transferring out of Hood It took a while for Lee-Davis graduate Chris Cook to settle in at and then going someplace and college, but once he did, he had an impact on the Hood College playing football. … He’s a really basketball team as well as in the classroom. good kid – he really didn’t know what he wanted to do. began playing for the Blazers host of postseason honors. “I don’t know when the light with immediate and noteworthy Cook, who left the Yellow effect, finishing his career with a Jackets after his freshman year, went off or anything else, but
the following year … he was ready to go and wanted to play and that made all the difference in the world.” This year Cook (20 points per game, 42.9 percent field goal percentage, 38.6 percent 3-point percentage ad 79.5 free-throw percentage) has made quite an impression in the NCAA Division III basketball world. He was named the Commonwealth Conference player of the year, was named a finalist for the Jostens trophy, and was named to the D3Hoops. com All-Mid-Atlantic first team and the National Association of Basketball Coaches All-Middle Atlantic District first team. Cook, who struggled a bit
academically when he started at Randolph-Macon, said his success is the product of a long learning process. “I think the biggest thing was adjusting just to the academic nature of college compared to high school,” Cook said. “It’s a big change going from high school to college right away. I don’t think it was necessarily the change of scenery that made me more comfortable. I just think it was I had a year of experiencing college under my belt and I knew what to expect and what it would take to be successful academically and athletically.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
more quality athletes on the girls side – so we can round out a pretty good team. We’re looking to do well. We have pretty high hopes for this year.” One of the returning starters is Leila Haynesworth, who will be focusing on field events this year. Osborn said the Hawks’ ranks will be boosted by a pair of new hurdlers and three new pole vaulters. On the boys side, an influx of multi-sport athletes has increased their numbers and depth – especially on the sprint and middle-distance side. “I think we’re going to be
a lot more competitive on the boys side than we were in the past,” Osborn said. Osborn looks forward to watching the team develop. “We’re very young,” Osborn said. “We’ve got mostly freshmen and sophomores on the entire team. We’re interested in seeing how they grow all year and hopefully, they’ll come around in the end.”
competing with anyone possibly other than Conference 33 rival Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School, which, because the Green Dragons’ strong track and field tradition along with the presence of pole vaulters, frequently has a scoring advantage over many small schools that lack a pole vault program. “The girls team is in pretty good shape,” said head coach Malcolm Tuppponce. “We have a bunch of seniors – I think we have nine seniors who will be leaving this year – but we have an excellent group of girls coming behind them.”
The King William’s boys team, on the other hand, have some growing to do. “We’re kind of in a rebuilding thing with the boys,” Tupponce said. “The boys are going to struggle early, but I think by mid-season, the boys should be competing pretty well. We’ve got a good bunch of ninth- and tenth-graders coming up.” Still the Cavaliers boys field a couple of strong relay teams that have the potential to place at the region or even the state level. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
The Raiders will need to call on all their experience and guile in order to compete in Conference 11, which also includes Deep Run, Douglas Freeman, Mills Godwin and Henrico.
the top six, but he doesn’t have Josh Carnohan, who would have been the No. 1 returnee. Carnohan decided not to play his senior season. He would have ranked alongside Hanover’s Palmer and Atlee’s Henderson as the top players in the county. Butler also has his largest class of freshmen in years. Jacob Allard, a junior, has moved into the No. 1 position after playing No. 3 last year. Freshmen Casey Lenhart and
title. I told her, ‘We’re going to get past that.’ We’re going to do a lot more training, basically, in the spring, and we’ll see what we can do there.” Hanover The Hawks have a fairly young roster on both the boys and girls side, but head coach Jeremy Osborn said they have a lot of promise. “On the girls side, we came off a conference championship last year and then a fourth-place finish at states,” Osborn said. “We lost a couple of very good athletes, but we have, I think,
in the starting six. Senior Jay Feyerabend maintains his No. 2 spot. He is followed in the lineup by sophomores Jacob Deaton and Jack Snider, a newcomer this season. Two juniors, Nate Bilodeau and Prakrit Shukla, fill the bottom two slots. Feyerabend did not play in the Raiders’ 5-4 loss to Hanover. Henderson and Feyerabend could be the best doubles team in the county when they are paired.
Lee-Davis The Confederates continue to be in a rebuilding stage according to coach Jason Butler, who is in his eighth season. He has four returning starters from
King William CENTRAL GARAGE – The Cavaliers’ girls track teams field a strong field of competitors who should have little trouble
mores Luke Oley and Fabian Schramek in the top two spots. Seniors Nathan Knouse and Jaxson Hawkins fill the No. 3 and No. 6 positions, and juniors Nick Agliano and Peter Felgenhauer occupy the fourth and fifth slots. Sixth-year coach Jeremy Brown says his charges sport tenacity and desire, but the Patriots have found the going rough in matches leading into Patrick Henry The Patriots have sopho- spring break.
Cameron Taylor occupy slots two and six. Three players have advanced one position from a year ago: junior Alec Dalton (from No. 4 to No. 3); senior Steven Hall (No. 5 to No. 4) and sophomore Luke Walton (No. 6 to No. 5). Butler says the Confederates should pick up some victories from positions three to six.
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