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Supervisors’ meetings are now streaming live By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

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John Axselle and Norman Sulser were honored by the Hanover County School Board last week for their years of service. Axselle was recognized for 20 years, while Sulser has served 10 years. Shown are, from left, Bob Hundley, chairman; Axselle; Sulser; and Dr. Rick Richardson, interim superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools.

Administrators, school board oﬃcially tackling budget goals By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND — For the next three months, Hanover County Public Schools school administrators teamed with Hanover County School Board members will comb through stacks of figures considering requests and tweaking resources to compile a budget for the upcoming

school year. In another matter, it was announced that a new superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools will be announced at the Nov. 10 regular meeting. Although the board has identified goals it hopes to achieve with the upcoming budget, see BUDGET, pg. 4

HANOVER — It was the beginning of an era at last Wednesday’s meeting of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. For the first time, the meeting was streamed live to county viewers online, allowing anyJim Ridolphi for The Local one interested in county busi- Officials from Superior Sound in Ashland were hard at work at ness to view the session. last Wednesday’s meeting as they streamed board meetings live Deputy county adminis- for the first time. Despite a few glitches, the results were good trator John Budesky oversaw and citizens can now access government meetings without travelling to the courthouse. the project, and while the Oct. 14 stream had a few technical next month as long as we work are still working through the implementation but other than out all the technical issues.” glitches, he said he There was a that, we are pleased with the was pleased with the brief period at the overall production.” results. Four cameras in the meetbeginning of the “We are pleased stream when there ing room capture all angles of to have the system was video, but no action, and Budesky said the upgraded and ready system would increase access sound. for citizens to view,” “We did have a for citizens. Budesky said. “It’s The stream will be available slight hiccup today a work in progress, but we hope to with the audio,” for rebroadcast one day after have the Planning Budesky said. “We the meeting, and residents see STREAMING, pg. 8 Commission online BUDESKY solved that. We

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ECHANICSVILLE – Rev. Buddy and Robin Thompson, pastors of Life Church, recently celebrated their 20th pastoral anniversary. An alumnus of Lee-Davis High School, Thompson attended Jackson College of Ministries in Jackson, Mississippi, where the couple met. Upon graduation, the couple returned to the Richmond area to serve the community resulting in a ministry that has now spanned two decades. Assuming the pastorate of the former Life Tabernacle in Henrico, the 40-member congregation soon grew under the leadership of the Thompsons. Before long, the church moved out of the rented former 7 Eleven convenience store that housed their congregation, and became a mobile church; they worshipped in four area public schools for nine years. On Mother’s Day, May 14, 2006, Life Church held its first official service in the newly constructed 24,000square-foot sanctuary and Christian education center located on 10 acres at 8378 Atlee Road. Ever since, the congregation has continued to grow at their campus. Affectionately known as Pastor’s Buddy and Robin, the Thompsons, along with their daughters, Lauren and Lindsey, have seen first-hand the blessing of commitment

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Rev. Buddy and Robin Thompson, pastors of Life Church, recently celebrated their 20th pastoral anniversary. The church, below, is located at 8378 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville.

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and longevity. “Returning to the community that I was raised in to build and pastor a church that will continue serving Hanover County and Richmond metro long after I am gone is one of the most humbling and amazing experiences of my life. Not only

has Mechanicsville been a great place to raise our children, but it has been a great place to serve in ministry,” said Thompson. Thompson, who also serves Hanover County as a police chaplain, is not slowing down. In recent years, see LIFE, pg. 4

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Life Church has planted a thriving Spanish Church in Mechanicsville, developed a nonprofit that serves the poor and marginalized in Richmond, and continues to incite vision and excitement among congregants with his sermons and leadership style. Always working as a team, the Thompsons have modeled the fortitude that it takes to work with people from all demographics while uniting them in the Christian faith.

While speaking of leading the Life Church choir, Pastor Robin said, “One of my greatest pleasures is looking into the choir and seeing the rich diversity that represents Hanover County. The unique variety of people that belong to Life Church has been one of the keys to our continued growth. We are so thankful to be a part of this amazing church and community.” With 20 years of pastoral ministry under their belts, Pastors Buddy and Robin are not looking to slow down. There are both deeply com-

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the real nuts and bolts of the process began in earnest this month. Assistant superintendent David Myers told board members that budget packets were mailed to the various departments last week. It also was the first opportunity for the public to comment on the proposed budget goals. Patrick Henry High School teacher Bill Callahan took advantage of the public comment period to offer initial responses to this year’s process by one of the county’s education associations. Callahan said he was speaking on the 2016-2017 goals on behalf of Hanover Professional Educators. He addressed a persistent issue regarding Hanover’s 6x8 scheduling, a departure from traditional five class models. Callahan said the extra classes and additional students are requiring teachers to work more hours and leaves little time for planning. When the plan was first introduced two years ago, teachers were told they would be teaching six small classes, according to Callahan. “That simply has not been the case,” he said. “Class sizes

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have been large and, accruing to the reports we have been given, are getting even larger, resulting in routine teacher loads of 150-plus students,” Callahan continued. While the county has made strides with its gifted program, providing two new positions for the current school year, needs in the program still exist. Through efficiency, the department converted that into four positions. Workloads are still on the increase, according to one member of the gifted advisory committee, because math remediation classes are taking valuable time, hours that could be better spent in the classroom with gifted students. “They are pulled away from other situations,” said Patti Davis, chair of Hanover’s Gifted Advisory Committee.

mitted to preaching, teaching and sharing the Christian values that have proven successful in their family and in pastoral ministry. “Our congregation is spoiled to be recipients of their ministry week by week and Hanover County is blessed to have them as residents and pastors to the community year after year. We look forward to the next 20 years of their ministry,” said Rodney Pavie, associate pastor. For more information, visit www.LifeChurchOfRichmond. org or call 804-746-5433. “We need to make this work better so they can get back out to the classrooms,” Davis said. She said a required fiveyear plan update has revealed some concerns. “We are not in compliance with that plan,” Davis said. “We are finding that pilot programs (like math) put in place at the elementary levels like compacted math classes … has now become standard. It was targeted to help our advanced and gifted students in math to make that jump from fifth grade to the more advanced math found in middle school,” Davis said. She said those pilot programs have now become standard, and likened it to an unfunded mandate. Gifted teachers conduct those compacted classes, and that takes them away from other duties. “They are doing an admirable job. Our children are being very well prepared,” Davis said. On behalf of the committee, Davis asked that gifted teachers not be required to conduct the compacted classes. “They shouldn’t be tasked with that because they are pulled away from the other situations.” Davis also said Hanover gifted teachers will attend a conference on how to see BUDGET, pg. 28

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OPINION | The Local Views

Remembering Robbin Thompson

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SJMS students bring new zest to journalism Even though it had been some time since this writer had been in a classroom to talk with students about the newspaper business, the invitation to address a new newspaper club at Stonewall Jackson Middle School was filled with excitement. The experience proved energizing as I saw the enthusiasm in the faces of these young journalists. These students are on the path to learning about writing, taking photographs, creating illustrations and designing pages. Their desire to learn is infectious and certainly gave this veteran a boost. That thirst for knowledge in a field that provides so many opportunities is alive and well at Stonewall Jackson. Kudos to advisers Christy Presseau and Jennie Schenack. They too have a contagious zest for pursuing the news. The teachers and the students are ready, willing and able to provide a news source for SJMS. It was an inspiring time to watch this club from its launch. We hope to return periodically to see their progress — and we are confident they are going to succeed. z To all those involved with the newspaper club, thank you for including me in this exciting new venture.

Election Day nears Are you ready? Is everything in order for you to take part in the election process on Nov. 3? Well, we are most fortunate to have Teri Smithson, voter registrar, and her staff taking care of Hanover County’s election needs. She shared their operations and plans in an interview that will appear in a special supplement devoted to the election in next week’s edition. So, keep an eye out for our Voter Guide. Everything you need and want to know about the General Election will appear in the edition. Most of all, mark your calendar for Nov. 3. It’s an honor and a privilege to vote and we encourage you to do so. You do make a difference. Melody Kinser

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By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist I suppose my first encounter with Robbin Thompson was music related. In a burgeoning Richmond music scene in the 1970s and 1980s, I was chasing rim shots and playing soul music with a band called the Determinations late nighting at clubs like The Sheik, Pink Garter and Black Cat Club. Robbin was rocking the college circuit with a band called Steel Mill and Mercy Flight along with guitarist Bruce Springsteen and began recording music in 1976. Our musical paths never crossed, but, socially, we had many friends in common and our paths often crossed in a small block of

Grace Street adjacent to VCU. We saw each other occasionally at parties held in Cartersville, which had become home to several members of the local music scene. While I pursued other goals, Robbin continued his music career, never losing sight of the dream that inspired him from his early youth. Collaborating with nationally known musicians, founding and fostering a successful recording studio that gained national acclaim, acting, sailing, composing and inspiring all became part of Robbin’s life. Along the way, he became a local treasure, credited for penning an official state song with longtime friend and confidant Steve Bassett, and becoming a name associ-

ated with Richmond itself. But, that’s only part of the story. My real connection to Robbin was our common interest in our children. Our daughters were born in the same year, attended the same schools, and ended up as lifelong friends. We enjoyed the moments in their lives, and Robbin’s home near the Pony Pasture became a second home to my daughter. Anyone who really knew Robbin quickly realized that family was his real passion, and fatherhood was something that came naturally. A devoted father and husband, Robbin loved his girls … and they loved him back. see ROBBIN, pg. 8

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Race committee rep: Thanks for help with time trials I wish to thank all those involved with hosting the Men’s Elite Time Trials event on Sept. 23, 2015. Extraordinary efforts were made by Hanover County, Hanover merchants and our residents to put Hanover on the world stage. We had to adapt. It was not business as usual. But from all reports, people were well informed, were able to adapt, and enjoyed an incredible experience right in our backyard. We showed the best in our community, and we offered a once in a lifetime experience for our families and friends. Special thanks go out to the Hanover Local Organizing Committee who met for over a year to figure out what this event might look like (even though no one knew the parameters). A shout goes out to Creative for hosting us, to Kings Dominion for lending us a leader and to Hanover County for being on top of all the logistics. A large Thank You goes out to the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office for their work to plan the protection, inform the public, manage the route and, most importantly, prepare for what might go wrong (and thankfully did not). The event occurred with the poise and expertise we have all become accustomed to in Hanover. Thanks to the schools for recognizing the magnitude of the event, and giving our children and families the opportunity to participate. And thanks to the merchants who joined in the event, opened their doors and celebrated with us as the best riders in the

world performed. Kings Dominion, Rutland Commons, Kroger, Hanover Tavern, Hanover Emergency Center, Hanover County, HHHunt, Center of the Universe, Ashland Street Parties, Hanover ARC, the Hanover Chamber of Commerce and many others embraced this event, devoted significant resources and time to plan for an event for which there was no template, and then did the legwork to make the Time Trials on Sept. 23 a great success. We worked in uncharted waters. We fielded many questions and some disdain. As a community, we resolved to put on a world-class event, and we did just that. Hanover did well that Wednesday, demonstrated its capacity to adapt and excel. And, we had some fun with it. Just ask the kids who got up close and personal see LETTERS, pg. 8

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Taylor’s Spookie FUN Fest to be held Oct. 23-24 ASHLAND — Hanover County Parks and Recreation will host the annual Taylor’s SpookieFUN Fest later this month. The department is seeking child-related businesses and/or organizations to be Community Partners at the family event. There are two ways to participate: Hanover Treats – Hand out candy to the little trick or treaters. Taylor’s Tricks – Provide games and interactive activities. Children will be entertained with flashlight candy hunts, dancing, games, trick or treat booths and will top the evening off with a drive-in movie show-

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We had long conversations sitting around his fire pit talking children and how lucky we were to have special people in our daily lives. Our daughters shared momentous occasions in their lives together, and we stood and watched … and enjoyed. During that period, Robbin learned of his illness, and began a tireless, determined fight to beat a disease that just would not quit. There were ups and downs, but Robbin remained committed to the fight. But, that also is only part of the story. Listening to the lyrics of Thompson’s songs, it was easy

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still have access to their government.” Superior Sound installed and manages the system and representatives monitored the first attempt at streaming. “They are local vendors from Ashland and we are glad to have that partnership,” Budesky said. Edwin Gaskin, director of economic development, delivered a mixed bag of results in his Fiscal Year 2015 annual development report. While unemployment rates in the county dropped slightly, job growth was mixed and the county is still not attracting the high wage jobs it seeks. Capital investments were up and vacancy rates in the county’s commercial property decreased. Gaskin said the county still lags behind in the availabil-

ity of ready-to-build sites, but revisions to the land use program are making a difference. Two major rezonings occurred as a direct result of the new policy. “The lack of commercial product limits our ability to attract new investment,” Gaskin said. “Any effective economic development strategy must include the aggressive development of available pad-ready sites and buildings.” Deputy county administrator Frank Harksen presented an annual update on Community Development. He reported residential building permits are on the increase and the projects planned are larger in scope than in past years. On the commercial side, Harksen said square footage approved for commercial use was up 20 per-

cent from last year. Harksen said 70 percent of new growth occurred in the Suburban Service area. “We exceeded our goal,” Harksen said. Future challenges include continued plans for compliance with Chesapeake Bay regulations and athletic fields in that area at capacity at peak times in the county. Park visitation was up, and attendance at Parks and Rec classes remained constant even with the elimination of several offerings. Harksen also cited road concerns and how to fund needed improvements as a concern. State funding is falling short of the required needs of county roads, and larger amounts of local dollars will be needed to keep up with demand.

to trace the track of his life. His poignant insight told the story of a man on a mission along a path fraught with difficulty and challenges. The songs told the story of his life and he left an indelible mark with the thousands of words he recorded. But, somehow, his songs also told the story of our lives. They still inspire and reward those who listen. He took them on the road from the grand stages of Europe to a favored nightspot on Ocracoke Island. Over the years, his musical relationships formed a soundtrack of Virginia music. One can only believe that Robbin accomplished much of what he set out to do over

the five decades he shaped and shepherded the Richmond music scene. As soon as you entered Robbin’s home, you knew he was a musician. It didn’t take too much longer to realize his real passion was his family. And, that’s the part of the story that makes his passing even sadder. His wife, daughters and grandchildren are left with the most significant part of a life that included numerous accolades, national recognition and local stardom — his lifelong and undying love for them. I spent time with Robbin at one of his last performances. We talked about Virginia Breeze and his career, but the conversation quickly turned to

my daughter, Jaime, and his two girls, Rikki and Wrenn. And, there were new faces in the mix for Breeze — three grandchildren whom he adored. And, that brought a smile to his face that I’ll remember and cherish. I read somewhere that Robbin never received the big national break he was seeking. In actuality, he spent a lifetime doing what he loved and surrounded by the people who loved him. All of us should be that lucky. But, anyone who thinks the boy from Boston didn’t make it big should take homage in the words of one of his early songs. Dream On, Melinda.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals EDWARD BERRY Edward Leroy Berry, 84, of Mechanicsville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones October 14, 2015. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jacquelin Hayes Berry. He is survived by his daught e r , Mary B. Fones (Jerry); a sister, Patsy Evans BERRY (Billy); a grandson, Jared B. Fones (Katie); two great granddaughters, Kayleigh Mae Fones and RaeLynn Kennedy Fones. He worked for 38 years at American Tobacco Company. The fam-

ily received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, October 17, 2015, at Monaghan Funeral Home at 7300 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Bon Secours Hospice, 8580 Magellan Pkwy., Richmond, VA 23227.

LILLIAN CERSLEY Lillian Virginia Perkins Cersley, of Mechanicsville, was promoted to glory on Tuesday, October 13, 2015. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband, Thomas Cersley Sr.; and daughter, Betty Lou Wright. She is survived by five children, Thomas Cersley Jr. (Barbara), Warren Cersley (Carolyn), Beverly Grubbs (J.D.), Bonnie Long (J.R.) and

Larry Cersley; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Edith Flurry; a large number of extended family and friends; a n d Jake, her beloved Sheltie. A graveside service was held at CERSLEY 11 a.m. Friday, October 16, 2015, in Signal Hill Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. The Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road was in charge of arrangements.

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LERUE GENTRY Lerue Everett Gentry Jr., 88, of Mechanicsville, died October 17, 2015. He was predeceased by his parents, Lerue E. and Clara C. Gentry; and brother, Richard Franklin Gentry. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Loving Gentry; daughter, Mary Gayle Gentry Britting-ham (Dave); sons, Everett Steven Gentry (Ann) and Kevin Lerue Gentry (Anne); four grandchildren, Eric Gentry (Jennifer), Katy Brittingham Campbell (Russ), Richard Stephen and Margaret Gentry; two great-grandchildren, Levi and Campbell Gentry; sisters-in-law, Reva Edwards and Patricia Gentry; and a number of beloved nieces and nephews. A Wo r l d War II Army A i r Corps veteran, Everett GENTRY retired from C&P Telephone Company (Bell Atlantic). He often said that during his 39 years of service with C&P, where he started as a lineman, he was privileged to work with, and for, some of the finest people that could be found anywhere -- he was blessed. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road in Mechanicsville. Interment followed in Signal Hill. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Trinity Presbyterian Church, 113 Wilkinson Rd., Richmond, VA 23227.

JOYCE HANCOCK Joyce L. Hancock, 63, of

Mechanicsville, Va., died on Tuesday, October 13, 2015, in Salem. She was born on August 9, 1952, in Penhook to the late Wali El Amin (Walter Hancock) and Viola Boyd Hancock. In 1995, she became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Joyce always rooted for the underdog and wanted everyone to be treated fairly. She leaves a legacy of improved quality of life for both children and adults. Joyce was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., where she was a charter member of Theta Rho. Joyce is survived by her siblings, Wendell Hancock (Paulette) of Columbus, Ohio, Gaynelle Pearson of Hardy, Clifford Hancock of Salem and Alicia Hancock of Mechanicsville; nieces, Clarissa and Chelsea Pearson, both of Hardy; two godchildren, James Stewart of Alexandria and Kinlee Stewart of Richmond; a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. A tribute to Joyce will be held at a later date at Smith Mountain Lake. Condolences may be sent to www.HamlarCurtis.com.

CARSON HENDERSON Carson Baker Henderson, 40, passed away on October 13, 2015. He was born in Hanover County on November 4, 1974. Carson was the beloved son of Carol Henderson Vierela, brother of Steffanie Ann Henderson and twin brother of Scott Lee Henderson. His father, Robert Baker Henderson, greeted him in Heaven. He was a good person, loved cars and racing. He lived in Mechanicsville. His family includes a nephew, Daniel Ross Mann; a niece, Jessica Mann Mundy, her husband, Justin, and her two children, Bridget and Natalie. Visitation to be

announced. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Company 7, Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Company, P.O. Box 515, Mechanicsville, VA 23111.

LUCY HULBERT Lucy Jane Martin “Jackie” Hewett Hulbert, 90, of Mechanicsville, passed peacefully at home Monday, October 12, 2015. S h e was the daughter of John At k i n son and Mabel HULBERT Mitchell Martin; and the widow of Ertle B. Hewett Sr. and Charles D. Hulbert III. She was preceded in death by her son, Ertle B. Hewett Jr. Active in Wayne Hills and First Baptist Churches in Waynesboro and at Cool Springs Baptist in Mechanicsville until her health failed, she was an organist, teacher and volunteer extraordinaire. She enjoyed reading, sewing, needlework, square dancing, traveling and people. She is survived by her daughter, Lucy-Jane Busath (Rick) of Elk Grove, California; six grandchildren, Christian Busath, Chad Busath (Megan), Forrest Hewett, Kari Busath Nielsen (Eric), John Busath and Stephen Busath (Mary Kate); and four great-grandchildren, Alice and Emma Nielsen, Charlie and Russell Busath. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 16, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 17, 2015, at Augusta Memorial see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

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John Burge Mingus, 76, died peacefully at his home on October 10, 2015, after a two-year battle with cancer. Mr. Mingus is survived by his wife of 38 years, Barrett Brown; two sons, Jack of Richmond and Wes of Brooklyn, New York; a daughter, Kait Midgett of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and five grandchildren. Born on June 16, 1939, in Lebanon, Tennessee, Mr. Mingus earned a bachelor’s degree from Lambuth College in Jackson, Tennessee, and years later a master’s degree from the University of Delaware. Trained as an actor, he was active throughout his life in amateur and professional productions. After completing his service in the U.S. Army Intelligence Corps during the 1960s, Mr. Mingus began a teaching career that spanned over 40 years. He taught for the Chesterfield County Public Schools and served as a visiting and adjunct professor at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland. At Randolph-Macon, he taught public speaking and served as a coach of the school’s Franklin Debating Society. In honor of his commitment to and passion for the forensic arts, the Collegiate Forensics Association has named a yearly Pan-Interpretation award in his honor. Husband, father, life-long student, actor and teacher, John Mingus loved life and learned from all he met. A remembrance of his life was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 24, 2015, at Centenary

United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Centenary United Methodist Church, 411 E. Grace St., Richmond VA 23219.

NORMAN PECKA Norman Earl Pecka, 76, born August 28, 1939, went to be with the Lord on October 11, 2015, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Otto Pecka and Kathryn Louise Ellerbusch Pecka. Norman leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Betty; daughter, Shelly Anson; grandsons, Ryan Morris and Shawn Anson; a n d greatgrandchildren, Ja y d e n a n d Gracie; s o n , PECKA K e n neth; and daughter-in-law, Candice; grandchildren, Cecelia (Jason Peace), Danielle, Luke and Caleb; and son, Matt Pecka and partner, Jordan Alldredge, all of Mechanicsville; brothers, Albert (Mary) and Richard Pecka of Newburgh, Indiana; and numerous friends and neighbors. Norman was a devoted husband, father and Papaw and was a generous man of great strength, determination, honor and humor. He attended Purdue University before serving in the United States Army and was a member of the American Legion. Norm had a career in aviation, flying as a corporate pilot for Brown Forman and then for 29 years with CSX. He was a life-long member of the United Church of Christ and was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Richmond. Norman was passionate about gardening and enjoyed sharing his harvest with family and friends. A memorial service was held at 3 p.m. Sunday, October 18, 2015,

at St. John’s United Church of Christ at 503 Stuart Circle in Richmond. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations, in Norman’s name, to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America or to St. John’s United Church of Christ.

ALMA PERRIN Alma Lacks Perrin, 92, of Ashland, passed away peacefully at her home on October 14, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence C. Lacks and Nettie Booth Lacks; and her brothers, Flournoy and Norwood. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Perrin Johnson; and devoted son-in-law, Jonny, of Mechanicsville. Alma was a graduate of West Baltimore General Hospital School of Nursing and a retiree of Richmond Memorial Hospital. She was an active member of Duncan Memorial Methodist Church in Ashland. The family extends a special thank you to her devoted caregivers. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Monday, October 19, 2015, at Washington Memorial Park at 6217 Memorial Drive in Sandston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hanover Humane Society, 12190 Washington Highway Ashland, VA 23005 or hanoverhumanesociety.org. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com. The Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, at 9217 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville was in charge of arrangements.

SYLVIA PHELPS Sylvia Stewart Phelps went to be with the Lord on October 11, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, James; and son, James Jr. “Jimmy.” She is survived by her daughters, Sandra Hammersley (Ham) of Norfolk, Sharon Puryear (Mike), Sheila Zeheb (John) and Shelley Davis, all of Richmond; and brother,

Kenneth Stewart Jr. (Valerie) of Florida; and sister, Diana Ball (Thomas) of Mechanicsville. She also is is survived by eight grandchildren, Aimee, Angie, Shannon, Brooke, Jamie, Lesley, Billy and Lauren; and four great-grandchildren, Kristen, Austin, Keira and Addison, all of whom she considered her love gifts from God. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 15, at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 11020 West Broad Street in Glen Allen, where a short Christian Prayer Service was held at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite church or charity.

EMILY PURCELL Emily Leigh Purcell, of Reedville, passed away October 10, 2015. She is survived by two sons, William Everett Purcell Jr. (Carol) and Douglas Wade Purcell (Sandy); three grandchildren, Lauren Purcell Cummings (Deward), William Everett Purcell III and Erin Purcell Dillard (Michael); five great-grandchildren, Evie, Belle, Dewey and Everett Cummings and Liam Dillard. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Everett Purcell. M r s . Purcell was an active memb e r of the C o ol PURCELL Spr i ng Baptist Church in Mechanicsville, and was very devoted to her family and friends. A memorial service was held at 1 p.m. Thursday, October 22, 2015, at the Cool Spring Baptist Church in Mechanicsville. Memorial contributions may be made to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Virginia Chapter, 5540 Falmouth St., Suite 101, see OBITUARIES, pg. 13

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O. WAYNE RAFFERTY O. Wayne Rafferty, 68, of Old Church, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2015, after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sue W. Rafferty; mother, Ella R. Altice; children, Rachael A. Rafferty, Elizabeth M. Buda and her husband, Kenneth M. Buda and Ryan S. Rafferty and his wife, Elizabeth O. Rafferty; his beloved grandchildren, Aidan J. Rafferty, Rylan R. Harding, Finn R. Buda, Keegan M. Buda and Grace E. Rafferty; as well as many loving family and friends. Wayne taught English at Highland Springs High School for 30 years. A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 16, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road.

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DONALD SEAY JR. Donald â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donnyâ&#x20AC;? Gilbert Seay Jr., 54, of Ashland, passed away October 14, 2015. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Seay Sr.; grandparents, Libby a n d Willie R. Blunt; grandparents, SEAY Bill and Ve r n a Seay. He is survived by his significant other of 22 years, Trish Harper; and his daughter, Angela M. Payne (Nick); grandson, Aiden; mother, Mary Randolph Seay; sisters, Mary Beth Rhyne (Paul) and Betty Kay Goodman (Chip); brother, W. David Seay (Wendy);

numerous nieces and nephews, numerous great-nieces and nephews. Donny was employed by Mechanicsville Honda and was a member of the Independence Christian Church in Ashland. He was an avid outdoorsman and beloved friend to all. A celebration of his life was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 17, 2015, at Independence Christian Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Blileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Staples Mill at 8510 Staples Mill Road was in charge of arrangements.

ANNIE H. WHITFIELD Annie H. Whitfield, 83, of Mechanicsville passed from this life to be with her Lord on Tuesday, October 6, 2015. She was preceded in death by many of her loved ones, including her parents, several siblings see OBITUARIES, pg. 14

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Candidates for Ashland supervisor address issues By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND — It wasn’t billed as a debate, but, at times, it looked like one. Faye O. Pritchard and Web Stokes both have their eyes on the same prize: a seat on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors representing the Ashland District. The two fielded questions Thursday, Oct. 8, at a public forum hosted by NBC12 news anchor Heather Sullivan at Patrick Henry High School. Planning and zoning, cou-

pled with education issues, highlighted the agenda with each candidate receiving two minutes to respond to the same question. There was no rebuttal from either candidate. But, there were clear differences in policy and approach. While Pritchard suggested she would favor reinstating and reducing county proffers instead of removing them, Stokes said he supported their elimination. The businessman and former Charlottesville SWAT team member said transporta-

Senior Resource Event slated today in Doswell DOSWELL — The Hanover W. Patrick Henry Road in Council on Aging will coordi- Doswell. nate a Senior Resource event For more information today (Wednesday, Oct. 21) contact Lisa Adkins, Hanover at King’s Chapel Presbyterian County Department of Church. C om mu n it y This event Resources at will include Local professionals will 804-365-4302. presentations focus on topics important ——to everyone in planning by local proThe Hanfor the future, such as fessionals and over County finances, health care and Council on will focus on leisure and recreation. topics that are Aging is comimportant to prised of everyone in planning for the residents of Hanover County future, such as finances, health appointed by the Hanover care and leisure and recreation. County Board of Supervisors “Aging Well: Resources for to serve as a consultative and Tomorrow and Today” is the advisory body for the Board of topic for the program, which will Supervisors on issues pertainbe held from 10 a.m. to noon. ing to the quality of life of the The program is free and citizens of Hanover County age light refreshments and door 50-plus. prizes will be offered. Information submitted by King’s Chapel Presbyterian Tom Harris, Hanover County Church is located at 13346 public information officer.

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tion proffers are still in place and said he favored making sure developers provide their fair share on infrastructure that supports new development and pay closer attention to the county’s Comprehensive Plan. Out of the proffers collected in the 23 years since their inception, he said only about $2 million had been actually allocated and used. “Cash proffers might have been a great idea 25 years ago when they were instituted, but we’ve outgrown them,” Stokes said. Pritchard, an educator

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Candidates for the Hanover County Board of Supervisors’ Ashland seat Web Stokes and Faye O. Pritchard fielded voters’ questions Oct. 8 at a public forum held at Patrick Henry High School.

and Ashland Town Council member for the past 14 years, reminded voters that proffers were the brainchild of the Home Builders Association and emphasized that cost

should be passed on to developers, not citizens across the county. “It’s imperative that the county have some way to recoup the cost of new citi-

zens coming to the county and proffers are a good way to do that,” Pritchard said. She agreed that the $20,000 see SUPERVISOR, pg. 17

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In preparation for October Spooktacular, Arthur Brill, photo at left, sets up festive decorations around the Town of Ashland to promote The Haunted History Tour and other spooky activities that are set to take place this month. Businesses and residents are joining in the frightening fun, mixing the amusing with the scary. The welcome mat is out for those who live in the town as well as the surrounding localities to check out the various Halloween-themed decorations.

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fee had become â&#x20AC;&#x153;highly inflated.â&#x20AC;? Both candidates urged greater participation in the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comprehensive Plan. Stokes urged citizens to become involved in the process before â&#x20AC;&#x153;decisions have already been made.â&#x20AC;? Pritchard said zoning and planning are one of the most important functions of local government, and also urged expanded citizen participation in the update process. As for school renovation and repair needs, Stokes suggested that the supervisors can only allocate what is requested from the Hanover County School Board, and conceded there could be some â&#x20AC;&#x153;disconnectâ&#x20AC;? in the process. Both candidates supported addressing pressing school needs, and Pritchard favored a reinvigorated technology plan for Hanover County students. Addressing a question regarding the retention of good teachers in county schools,

Pritchard said she favored the abolition of the current Joint Education Committee, a blended effort by supervisors and the school board, calling it â&#x20AC;&#x153;undue oversight.â&#x20AC;? Although the systemâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public perception is rosy, she indicated the story on the inside is quite different. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t talked to one teacher â&#x20AC;Ś who said that everything is fine,â&#x20AC;? she said. Stokes presented an innovative approach to improved communication, suggesting that a selected teacher occupy a non-voting position on the school board to make sure their concerns are heard. He also supports student participation on education issues. There was consensus on the issue of elected school boards, and both opposed a change to that system in Hanover County, citing concerns centered on over-politicization of the process. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The concept of an elected school board has merits,â&#x20AC;? Stokes said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It holds school boards accountable for their actions. That part I really like.â&#x20AC;?

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The former Marine said the practice has produced distressing results in some localities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you look at counties and localities who have elected school boards, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s often a circus,â&#x20AC;? Stokes said. Pritchard said Hanover has one of the few appointed school boards and she wants to keep it that way. â&#x20AC;&#x153;School boards (elected) have become largely politicized. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think at this point it would buy something of substance for the work that is going on to change our schools,â&#x20AC;? Pritchard said. Pritchard and Stokes both expressed support for Hanover Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sheriff and the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s social services. Stokes said it is vital for the county to revamp its efforts to attract volunteers for fire and rescue. Pritchard said she would consider reducing class loads for Hanover teachers, while Stokes said he would examine that issue if elected. Both said they would support planned commercial development of the U.S. 1 corridor. Pritchard said she would rely on her 14 years of public service

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, Oct. 21, to Wednesday, Oct. 28 The Hanover High School Band is holding a fundraiser at Grand Prix Auto Wash. There are two locations, the corner of Meadowbridge and Atlee roads in Mechanicsville and Atlee Commons Boulevard and Sliding Hill Road across from the Hanover Air Park. By selecting the $12 Fundraiser Wash, the band will receive $2. The donations will support the HHS Band programs.

Thursday, Oct. 22 Master Gardeners will host an open house at 2 p.m. in the Hanover Parks and Recreation Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting room at 13015 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland.

Saturday, Oct. 24 The Lee-Davis High School Marching Band will host the 20th Anniversary Tournament of Champions Marching Band Competition

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at noon at the L-DHS Stadium at 7052 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. Bands from across Virginia will take the field in competition. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 5 to 12 and free for children under 5. The event is being sponsored by the Lee-Davis High School Band Boosters. Walnut Grove Baptist Church will host a Fall Festival at 2 p.m. at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The event will feature bounce houses, hay rides, carnival games, snacks and emergency

responders. Admission is free of charge. A Fall Festival, with fun for the entire family, will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. at Shalom Church at 6395 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. The event will feature food, sports games, hayrides, exotic animals, tractor pull for kids, pumpkin, face and hair painting, fire department exhibit, police exhibit, bike raffles and eating contests. Hot dogs and snacks will be sold. For more information, call Lisa at 804746-7737 or Susie at 804-3346521.

ax submissions to calendar to 804-730-0476, email to mkinser@mechlocal.com or mail to 8460 TimesDispatch, Mechanicsville VA 23116. Deadline is 3 p.m. Wednesday for the following weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Local.

Enon United Methodist Church at 6156 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville will hold its Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will include the Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;famousâ&#x20AC;? Brunswick Stew (quart/bowl), the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;sweetâ&#x20AC;? Bake Sale, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hayrides and games from 11a. m. to 2 p.m. and wrapping up with a Fun House from 2 to 3 p.m. Lunch will be available. For more information, or to pre-order stew, call 804-7235971 or 804-746-4719.

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‘Creator Stew Crew’ selling Brunswick stew Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com M E C HA N IC S V I L L E – Orders for the Church of the Creator’s Brunswick stew will be available for pick-up Nov. 21. The “Creator Stew Crew” has been recognized numerous times for its stew, including first place wins for traditional stew at the 2011 and 2012 State Fair of Virginia. The crew also took first place for “Most Original” stew at the 17th Street Farmers’ Market Brunswick Stew Festival in 2011. The crew has been making its traditional Brunswick stew

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p.m. at the New Bethesda Baptist Church at 9019 New Bethesda Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-789-0443.

Monday, Oct. 26 Sylvia Hoehns Wright will address the Mechanicsville Tea Party at 7 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place in Mechanicsville. Her topic will be “Legacy Property vs. Muslim Supremacy Rights.”

Tuesday, Oct. 27 Glenn Millican is holding a Public Forum from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Library. He is scheduled to outline his platform and answer citizens’ questions.

Friday, Oct. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 31 The Mechanicsville Lions Club will hold a White Cane Sight and Hearing Collection from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Kroger’s on U.S. 301 in Mechanicsville. Volunteers will be participating

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The “Creator Stew Crew” is ready for this year’s Brunswick Stew sale. The award-winning stew will be available on Nov. 21.

recipe for $9 per quart. Orders for the November sale started Sunday, Oct. 18. To place an order, call 804746-8765 and select option 6. Leave your name, phone number, email address and number of quarts you wish to purchase. The pick-up location is in

the parking lot of Church of the Creator at 7159 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. The hours are between 2 and 5 p.m. For more information, visit Creator Stew Crew/Episcopal Church of the Creator on Facebook or creatorfamily. net.

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der, Dunkerly is considered an expert on the final days of the fighting in the Eastern Theater. The tour will include stops at Sailer’s Creek Battlefield, Museum of the Confederacy, Appomattox National Park and Lee’s Headquarters. Some walking is required. The bus will depart the Tavern at 8 a.m. and return at 6 p.m. Tickets for the fundraiser are $100 per person or $90 for members. Breakfast and lunch are included. To register, contact David Deal at ddeal@hanovertavern.org or by calling 804-537-5050, ext. 24.

Saturday, Oct. 31 Hope KidsFest 2015 will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. at Hope Community Church at 8391 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. The family event will feature trunk-or-treat, candy, activity and game stations, a bounce house and popcorn. Salem Presbyterian Church will be holding a Brunswick Stew sale. The price is $7 a quart. The pick up time is 4:30 p.m. For more information, call the church at 804-746-0732.

Friday, Nov. 6 Richmond National Battlefield Park Ranger Bert Dunkerly and Hanover Tavern Foundation executive director David Deal will lead a guided bus tour of Appomattox. Having served as a ranger at Appomattox and recently published a book on the surren-

Saturday, Nov. 7 Lee-Davis High School’s 34th Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Lee-Davis High School Commons. The event will support the Lee-Davis High School Band. Vendors are still needed. Those attending will be able to visit with Santa Claus and have a photo taken for $5. The photo will be provided free of charge with the donation of a new unwrapped toy. All proceeds from the Santa For more information, email LDCraftShow@ yahoo.com or hollydean7300@ comcast.net.

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reserve did not create any new money but, rather, simply earmarked existing funds for such a purpose, which could have been done in any event, with or without proffers. After brief discussion, a vote was taken which passed 42. Prior to the vote the two nay voters requested that the matter be tabled for a more thorough review and an opportunity for the missing seventh supervisor to vote on this important subject, which was to have very substantial financial implications for the county. This request was denied by the remaining supervisors. Virginia counties’ ability to impose cash proffers was granted by the General Assembly around 1992. Quite a few counties still do, including Chesterfield in this region. The premise is that new development imposes new infrastructure costs on the county for schools, roads, public safety, libraries, EMS and parks. These costs are spread out over time, so they must be accrued to supplement additional debt when required. Cash proffers do not fully cover such costs but help defray them. Without cash proffers all taxpayers must fully cover these costs. Mr. Byrnes correctly pointed out that cash proffers had not been great in the past,

but this was primarily due to two reasons: (1) a considerable amount of time passes between when a development is approved for rezoning and when substantial building takes place and (2) the severe economic downturn beginning in 2007 adversely affected building for many years thereafter. Substantial new development was already beginning to be approved when the board voted to eliminate proffers. For those who might think new development is now proceeding too rapidly, cash proffers is one tool that can be used to apply some moderation. Mr. Byrnes’ example of increased taxes for the buyer of a cash-proffered home is a non sequitur. Homes are assessed based on market value, not purchase price. No studies, to my knowledge, have been produced that show cash proffered homes have a greater market value than non-cash proffered homes. Mr. Byrnes also laments that cash proffer use is limited to financing infrastructure, but that is exactly what they were created for. Their use frees up other funds for operations that would otherwise have to be used to finance infrastructure. The county has never forfeited cash proffers for want of projects to utilize them with. Finally, a couple of other see LETTERS, pg. 21

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more are in the system. Fortunately, voters in the 55th House District have a choice on Nov 3. Toni Radler, who has the courage to run against an incumbent in a comfortable district, pledges to take that pluck to the General Assembly and fight for nonpartisan redistricting. The incumbent, Buddy Fowler, defends the system that led to this mess and used his position on a House Privileges and Elections subcommittee to vote down a bill that would lead to nonpartisan redistricting. He does not acknowledge the conflict of interest inherent in legislators choosing their own voters. Many Tea Party, Republican and Democratic voters are united on the importance of nonpartisan redistricting as a way to ensure every vote counts. A vote for Toni Radler on Nov. 3 is a vote for a healthier democracy. Mary Anne Pugh Montpelier

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I am writing in support of Faye Prichard for Hanover County Board of Supervisors, Ashland District. I had the opportunity to work side-byside with Faye for four years while serving on Ashland’s Town Council. While we did not always agree on every issue or vote, I was impressed by her knowledge of the facts and her commitment to the citizens. I was often touted as the “business person” on council, but Faye taught me a quite a few lessons

on being fiscally conservative. We are both proud of paying off the last of the town’s debt as well as the “pay as you go” philosophy of funding capital projects and economic development initiatives. Faye’s track record of proven, effective governing is impressive. I encourage everyone to watch the candidate forum that took place on Oct. 8 at Patrick Henry High School (video available at http://friendsofhanoverschools.com/). Faye’s experience really shined — she shared thoughtful, nuanced answers on land use, the state of our schools and other current issues. Her opponent, Web Stokes, seems like a nice guy and I applaud him for offering to

serve his community. But his understanding of important Hanover topics — particularly proffers and school funding – was very shallow. You simply can’t live in the county for only a few years and expect to have gathered the depth of knowledge about Hanover, its government and its history to make an effective leader. Faye has lived in Hanover for more than three decades and she has demonstrated her leadership not only in Ashland, but on numerous regional committees over the years. The Ashland district will benefit greatly from Faye’s common sense approach to government. I urge you to vote for her on Nov. 3. Jim Foley Ashland

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Republican, W. Canova Peterson supports new plan to restore and upgrade our heritage, schools. A quality education system needs up to date and well maintained facilities. Democrat, Glen Millican also recognizes the dire need to address conditions in our older facilities; but, was actively engaged, as a School board member, building new schools with excess capacity while ignoring the structures he now wants to upgrade or replace. FACTS • School tours uncovered the extreme degree of deterioration, spring 2013 • Tours resulted in development of plan for upgrading heritage schools • $10 million dollars invested 2013 through 2015 • $20 million dollars budgeted for upgrades in the current five year plan

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PUBLIC SAFETY Republican, W. Canova Peterson supports ongoing efforts to enhance staffing for Law Enforcement, Fire and EMS as required to insure continuing safety for all Hanover residents. He concurs with efforts to meet these needs over a reasonable time frame in a financially responsible manner. Democrat, Glen Millican has indicated his desire to provide the future planned positions immediately, but has offered no plan for their funding. Anyone can make a promise; but, it takes the Board of Supervisors to make a decision. FACTS Law Enforcement • 2012-2015, 7 Law Enforcement positions were unfrozen and restored • 2015, Added 6 new Law Enforcement positions • 2012-2015, Added 4 new Court Services positions • 5 year plan includes 15 Law Enforcement positions and 8 Court Services Positions Fire/EMS • 2012-2015, Added 14 fire/ems positions • 5 year plan includes 24 Firefighter/ Medic positions

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Peterson endorsed I have lived in the Mechanicsville area since 1984 and I am endorsing Canova

Peterson for re-election to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. I have worked with Canova Peterson on several county issues and have found that he has an excellent understanding of county government and exhibits a concern for his constituents. He has demonstrated over the last several years to me that he makes decisions that take into consideration all information made available to him.

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He also has a proven track record of fiscal responsibility that is necessary for our board of supervisors to continue with Hanover County’s excellent accountability of taxpayer monies. I learned many years ago from several people who had a considerable amount of wisdom that “If it’s ain’t broke, then don’t fix it.” Mechanicsville residents have a supervisor who has almost four years of experience being on the board of supervisors, so let’s keep him and utilize his experience and understanding of local and state government to help continue to make Hanover one of the safest and best places to live and raise families. Lastly, I am asking that you will consider my comments and then agree that Canova Peterson is the best choice in the November election. James E. Kickler Mechanicsville

Supporting Peterson This letter is written in support of Canova Peterson, incumbent Mechanicsville District on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, a businessman I have known for over 25 years. He is honest, direct, and doesn’t “beat around the bush.” The current board of

supervisors after being elected in 2011 discovered Hanover County government growth arose from a lack of transparency. Canova Peterson cited the budget process as an example. The first thing on the agenda of the new board of supervisors was to get spending under control and stimulate economic development to offset some of the tax base in Hanover County. They accomplished this. Canova Peterson proposed a solution that required fiscal discipline by the Hanover County government. He identified revenue that allowed the county to bank $9 million per year, which was more than eight times more revenue than the proffers taxes raised. His plan did not raise taxes on anyone. The fiscal year 2016 operating budget is $397.6 for Hanover County. The education budget is 44.9 percent and public safety is 13.3 percent. The budget is broken down to nine different departments. Education and public safety will receive 58.2 percent. The other seven departments will receive 41.8 percent. It seems to me that education and public safety get more than their fair share of the budget. In 2011, the rate of unemployment was 6.0 percent and as of July 2015 it was 4.2 percent. Canova Peterson’s oppo-

nent, Glenn Millican, was on the Hanover County School Board for 24 years. This current board of supervisors has replaced five members on the school board. I can understand why. The new board of supervisors initiated programs to review and upgrade older heritage schools. It also increased the annual investment in schools by $4.4 million. These schools had been neglected by the old school board members like Mr. Millican. Mr. Millican was a Republican. It is my understanding that now he is being supported by the Democratic Party. He is a career politician on the grandest scale. Bobby Coleman Mechanicsville

Questioning new Kroger I read in The Mechanicsville Local where U.S. 360 will be getting a big Kroger store. Why do we need a second big Kroger in Mechanicsville? One is enough. I heard several people say they don’t like the store near U.S. 301 – it is way too big. The Kroger off 360, which is there now, is compact and homey. A lot of people love it and so do I.

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Why do we need food stores with clothing and the clothing is not cheap? People going out U.S. 360 from work can stop and get what they need and not have to walk a mile inside the store to get or find it. Why do owners of companies think bigger is better? Not true. Just like Walmart. They need to have choices of carts in their store. The big carts are heavy to push around and not all people are filling them up. The aisles are hard to get through. Walmart needs some smaller carts. Do the older people a favor and get some. Arlene Vietmeier Mechanicsville

Support given to Peterson I would like to express my support for Canova Peterson in the upcoming election. I believe that he is an honorable man and understands how each decision impacts the county in his capacity as the Mechanicsville District representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. I was one of 13 county citizens asked to serve on the Proffer Committee with a mission of studying the pros and cons of accessing proffers on each new rezoned house built. The proffer process is a very complex issue. One member was appointed from each district, two atlarge, two from the Planning Commision and two nonvoting supervisors. The committee consisted of members from all walks of life. We had many county departments come before the committee to explain how the funds were to be used directed by state law. A cash proffer is a voluntary offer of money (or equivalent value of land and/or improvesee LETTERS, pg. 25

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ments) submitted as part of a rezoning application. Its purpose is to find the incremental household impact upon capital improvements needed for schools, roads and other public facilities required to maintain the current level of service. A cash proffer of $1,878 was initially adopted by the board in 1990 and in 2012 when the committee was formed the proffer had grown to $19,503. Even though this was a complex task, the following issues had to be a part of our final decision. We had to make assumpS OT 3 LT! Y L F ON L E

for re-election to represent the Mechanicsville District on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. “Serving in the General Assembly, I hear a lot of

good things about local governments from all over the state but, one always seems to be right at the top of the

tions as to whether or not recorded proffers would be collected since the housing industry was in a slump. (It could only be collected once an occupancy permit was issued on a rezoned property.) How would proffers affect the assessment of each homeowner if proffers were, in fact, a tax or if each new house would be proffered? It restricted police officers, teachers, fire-EMS personnel, our children, grandchildren and parents in their ability to live in Hanover County. An understanding of how proffers would impact economic growth was needed, was population growth necessary for that growth and would that growth be necessary to main-

tain current tax rates. At the end of the process a majority of the committee felt that the eliminating of these proffers would be more beneficial to the county than it would be to keep them. The board of supervisors, however, reinstated a smaller proffer amount, $2,306. Mr. Peterson was instrumental in finding a source of funding to replace all or part of revenue created by proffers. This was a positive step in ensuring the financial stability of Hanover County. I would like to thank Mr. Peterson for his diligence in striving to make Hanover County a better place to live. Bill Carter Mechanicsville

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tion. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 5 to 12 and free for children under 5. The event is being sponsored by the Lee-Davis High School Band Boosters.

Runner devoting miles to get funds for Running 4 Autism Staff Report news@mechlocal.com Runner Emily Wedlock is on a mission: She is dedicating the miles that she runs to what she calls “a cause dear to my heart.” She started a six-month fundraiser last month to raise funds for Running 4 Autism. Wedlock said she decided in 2014 to run her first marathon on Jan. 20, 2016. She chose the Disney Marathon in Orlando, Florida, saying, “While researching the marathon, I realized that I would definitely not be bored running 26.2 miles!” She also was inspired by the many runners who support Meg’s Miles in honor of Meg Cross Menzies of Ashland, who was running when she was struck and killed Jan. 13, 2014, by a drunk driver. She encourages runners to join the group on Facebook. “I encourage you to join this group, which was created as a tribute to the late Meg Cross Menzies, a fellow runner who lost her life doing something she loved. The group’s page will take your breath away with the amount of running love, support and advice. This group’s page inspired me to dedicate miles to a purpose,” Wedlock added. “Another runner posted that she puts a quarter in a jar for every training mile and a dollar in the jar for every race mile. I loved this idea so much that I decided to ‘run’ with it! I will be posting updates as to how my training goes, including the six Fall races I am running in preparation for the marathon. Each time I run I will add to my jar, and, by January, I should have about $200 saved to donate to Reaching 4 Autism Miracles! If I can get just eight people to match that, I will have met

a personal goal of $1,600 raised!” She said she checked into crowd funding websites, but found most charge a trans-

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action fee for each donation. That’s why she said she opted to use Facebook as her podium “to ensure that 100 percent of the donations go to the charity.” Donations may be made to Reaching 4 Autism Miracles through the organization’s website, www. Reaching4AutismMiracles. com. In selecting the Disney Marathon, Wedlock said she realized that could make the run “more meaningful by dedicating it to others in need. Although I could have chosen many of the wonderful charities that runDisney sponsors, I decided to choose a charity to which I have a personal connection. Reaching 4 Austim Miracles, Inc. (R4AM) is committed to providing community and financial support to families whose children are affected by autism. This nonprofit organization was found-

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ed by two of the best people I know. As my friends, they have given me so much, and it would be an honor to give back to them through their inspiring organization.” She said her story began when she was running on her treadmill in her garage in 2014 and was bored. “I started counting all my race bibs I have hanging on the wall and figured out that I had run 27 races before I turned 39 – a mix of 5Ks, 4-milers, 8Ks, 10Ks, 10milers and half-marathons. I started thinking I am going to be 40 soon. 40! I need to make this next year awesome, memorable, mean something. So I thought, what about if I finished 40 races before I turn 40? I could handpick and sign up for races I have always meant to do and never did. What if I make my 40th race be my first full marathon? What if I ran the Disney marathon?” “So many thoughts ran through my head,” she continued, “and I decided to go for it. Not knowing how I would be able to afford a Disney ‘racecation’ for myself and my family or how I would make it through training for a marathon, things slowly came together. And now, I have completed race #33 with six more races in the fall, leading up to the Disney marathon on Jan. 10, 2016. I turned 40 on June 22, 2015, by running the Wipeout 5K in [Washington] D.C. on June 20, 2015, to celebrate.” Wedlock pointed out that she has surpassed a personal record in five races this year and is “feeling fine at 40! My family and friends have nicknamed this year my Sporty 40.” The mother of two is an EC Glass graduate, George Mason University graduate, a former see RUNNER, pg. 29

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He added, “Counties don’t earn a great reputation without great leadership. A significant part of the board’s success is due to the steady and responsible contributions of Canova

Peterson of the Mechanicsville District.” “Based on his dedicated and effective service over the past four years and his businesslike approach to resolving coun-

ty issues, I proudly endorse Canova’s re-election. I urge everyone who wants conservative leadership in Hanover to vote for Canova on Nov. 3,” the delegate said.

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ishes the marathon, Wedlock is planning for the Disney “racecation,” training for the races, and posting daily on her Facebook page, running blog and autism facts, she is working on the following fundraisers endeavors: — A Play for a Purpose fundraiser at Romp ‘n’ Roll Mechanicsville and/or West End. — Ongoing Silent Auctions on her Facebook page as businesses donate gift cards and services to the cause. — Coordinating with Will Run For Bling on heading a virtual 5K/10K/Half Marathon Run/Walk/Ride. She said a virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. “You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. Registrations qualify as charitable donations and all registrants receive a medal after submitting proof of time. I am

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following amounts: — Marathon Match (a marathon is 26.2 miles — $26.20 donation). — Weekly Jar Match (match Emily’s weekly charity mile donation). — Total Jar Match (match Emily’s total charity mile donation). — Runners’ Race Fee Pledge (match a race fee paid and dedicate that amount to the cause). — My Jar Pledge (create your own jar and donate your savings to the cause before the end of December 2015). — Marathon Miles (Pledge $1 for each mile leading up to the marathon = $400 to $700 donation). Wedlock said that 100 percent of the funds raised will be given to families in need. Grants are approved on an annual basis. In addition to being a work at home mother of two, who will be 2 and 5 when she fin-

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Atlee DECA sponsoring ‘Ladies Night Beneﬁt Community Breakfast to be Out’ shopping fundraiser on Thursday held Oct. 31 to fund AL projects MECHANICSVILLE — The Atlee High School DECA student organization is sponsoring a “Ladies Night Out” shopping fundraiser from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, the Ash Creek Clubhouse located at 10854 Linderwood Drive in Mechanicsville. All funds raised will be used to help offset the registration and travel costs of the Atlee DECA students who will be competing in the Virginia DECA Leadership Conference

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in March 2016. Light refreshments will be served and several vendors with unique offerings will be on-site, such as: Beauti Control. Cabi. Damsel in Defense. Debbie King Photography. DL Designs. Jewel Kinkade. Nerium. Origami Owl. Pampered Chef. 6 PM

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Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com M E C HA N IC S V I L L E — American Legion Post 175 has scheduled a Benefit Community Breakfast from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, in the Main Hall of the Post located at 8700 Bell Creek Drive in Mechanicsville. Diners may choose one of three hearty breakfasts that will include eggs to order, plain or blueberry pancakes,

biscuit with sausage gravy, bacon, breakfast potatoes, coffee, tea and juice. The cost is $8 per person. Proceeds will go toward the many projects American Legion has for veterans and the youth of the community. Veteran programs include: meals and financial assistance for needy veterans, veteran assistance to register for VA benefits they have earned and

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bi-weekly nutrition classes held at the Post by the Veteran’s Administration. Youth programs include Boy’s State, American Legion Baseball, JROTC sponsorships, Boy Scouts, Oratorical Contests, Essay Contests and Junior Law Cadet program. The Post 175 Honor Guard is a part of all patriotic municipal ceremonies in addition to public school ceremonies and ceremonies at veteran funerals.

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The Mechanicsville Local

October 21, 2015

MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES EPISCOPAL

All Souls Episcopal Church Worshiping at Messiah Lutheran 8154 Atlee Rd Sunday Worship 9:15am Holy Eucharist 10:45am Christian Ed We are a welcoming, Inclusive faith community. Nursery Provided o 804-559-9302 The Rev. Amelie Wilmer Minor, Vicar allsoulsepiscopalva@gmail.com

On the web: www.allsoulsva.org Immanuel Episcopal Church Welcomes You! 3263 Old Church Road. Sun. 10:00 am Holy Eucharist Nursery 10:00 - 11:00 am Refreshments at 11:15 am 779-3454 immanueloc.org. The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered, Biblically Focused 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Nursery provided @ 9:00am & 10:15am. Sunday School 9:30-10:15am www.creatorfamily.net creatorcontact@comcast.net

EVANGELICAL FRIENDS Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk. 804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sun. 8:30 or 11am, Sunday School @ 9:45.

ADVERTISE Call 746-1235 to ﬁnd out about upcoming opportunities to advertise with The Local in print and online! Ask how you can reach over 63,000 households in Mechanicsville, Powhatan, Goochland and Chesterﬁeld!

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

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Hanover Baptist Church (3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall). Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club. Family oriented & God-centered. Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior. 798-7190 www.hbcva.org LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295. "The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter. Find out more on our web: lbcrichmond.com Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170 COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 messiahmech.com Sunday Service- 10:45am, Sunday School 9:15am Preschool for 3 -5 yr olds. Child Care 7am-6pm St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 ∂ 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor; Sun. Sch. 9:15am, Worship 10:30am

NAZARENE Hope Community Church 8391 Atlee Rd, www.hopenow.cc Atlee Christian Academy PK-5th grade, (746-3900) atleechristianacademy.com

PRESBYTERIAN Beulah Presbyterian Church 7252 Beulah Church Road Prayer Time 9:30 Worship 10:45 Where Faith and family meet Fairfield Presbyterian Church Worship: 9am Contemporary 11am Traditional 6930 Cold Harbor Rd, 23111. www.fairfieldpcusa.org Knox Reformed PCA 4883 Southard Lane Sunday School 9:30 Worship 11AM Scriptural, Confessional & Traditional MECHANICSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN Atlee and Signal Hill Rd. 746-5496; www.mechpres.org Rev. James E. Salyers, Pastor Sunday Schedule: 9 am Contemporary Service 10 am Sunday School Classes 11 am Traditional Service

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

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

UNITED METHODIST

Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Bible Study, 9 am; Worship 10:15 am (Nursery Prov.) ; Wed. Night Activities: Family Dinner 5:45 pm, Children in Action Missions Time & Children’s Choir 6:15 pm, YOUTH 6:30 pm, Adult Bible Study 6:30 pm, Adult Choir 7:45 pm. Rev. Joe Kendrick, pastor 781-0330, Rev. Chris Thomas, Minister of Music. www.blackcreek.org

Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev. Tim Madison 8:30am Contemporary, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Trad. Worship www.mechanicsvillebaptist.org

Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am. Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org

Broadus Memorial Baptist Church, 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship, Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 broaduschurch.org Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800 FCC - Fellowship Community Church Teaching the Word of God and watching for the miraculous. Hanover High School 9:45am www.fellowshipcc.com Grace United Family Church "Where Grace Unites Us" 8700 Bell Creek Rd Mechanicsville, 23116 Sun. Worship 10:30 AM, Visit Us On FB Info: 335-6728 / graceunitedfc@gmail.com Glenn Hawkins, Pastor "Love God, Learn Bible, Care for People" Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hillcrest Road Hanover, VA. 23069 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sunday 11am Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. www.HillcrestHanover.org

New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Tyler Burkett, Student Minister Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am. Bible Study/Youth activities 6pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church Worship 8:30am & 11am, Bible Study for all ages: 9:45 am, 9200 New Ashcake Rd, 550-9601 www.newhighlandbaptist.org Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Sunday Activities: 8:30am Worship 9:20am HE Brews Cafe 9:45am Sunday School 11:00am Worship Wednesday Night Activities: 5:30pm Supper (Sept- May) 6:15pm Children, Youth & Adults Bible Studies www.shalombaptist.net

Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118 Prospect United Methodist Church Service 11am - Noon 2387 Westwood Rd. Mech. 23111 ProspectUMCmechanicsville@ gmail.com See Us On Facebook!! Shady Grove United Methodist Celebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:15. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:15am. All Ages. Nursery for infants & toddlers at all services. Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

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

UNITED METHODIST Enon United Methodist Church 6156 Studley Rd; 746-4719 Rev. ReNe’e Teague, Pastor Chrissy Vaughan, Youth Director Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) www.enonumc.org enonchurch@verizon.net

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

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

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

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

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

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Lee-Davis is mauled by Highland Springs By Arthur Utley For the Times-Dispatch

MECHANICSVILLE — That Lee-Davis’ turnaround football season hit a major speed bump against Highland Springs on Friday night comes as no surprise. The Springers (6-1) are ranked No. 3 in The TimesDispatch Top 10 and have pounded opponents since they lost their season opener to No. 2 Hermitage by a point in overtime. Their offense can score points quickly and can sustain a drive. They have a defense that has been overshadowed by all the points, but one that picked up its second consecutive shutout with a 42-0 victory over the seventh-ranked Confederates at Lee-Davis. “We finished the game. There were times in the second and third quarter when we did not play well, but I’m glad we finished the game. I was definitely impressed with our defense,” Springers coach Loren Johnson said. “In years past, people have questioned them, and the things that we’re doing. We just want to be good as a football program, play hard as a football program, and I think we did that completely from beginning to end.” The Confederates (6-1) won their first six games with a balanced offense. The Springers’

The remaining five touchdowns were of the rushing variety: Carter from 8 yards, D.J. Anderson from 4 yards and Dashawn Young from the 5yard line in the first half. Young added a 2-yard TD in the third quarter, and Troy Minor ran 20 yards for the final touchdown in the fourth quarter. Kickers Jack Notley and Glaster Ellis alternated booting the extra points. Carter passed for 170 yards but threw two interceptions. Lee-Davis’ Miles Johnson intercepted the second one in the end zone. Anderson rushed for 107 yards on 18 carries, and Young contributed 92 yards in 12 rushes. “We have a lot of athletes on our team where not everybody gets a chance to play so when your name is called, you’ve just got to step up and play. I was just trying to let the blocks set up, and I just ran as hard as I could,” Anderson said. Arthur Utley can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

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Lee-Davis defensive end Dylan Ballard (left) tackles Highland Springs quarterback Juwan Carter in the Springers 42-0 win Friday.

defense, spearheaded by lineman Aaron Motley, wasn’t concerned Nathan Evans ranks as one of the top running backs in the metro area. He was limited to 17 yards on 10 carries Friday night. Quarterback Chase Mummau completed 15 of

27 passes for 176 yards and an interception (which led to a Springers TD), but the Confederates never threatened the end zone. “We stayed with what we were doing. We didn’t give up any yardage. We made sure everybody did their job and

executed on every play,” said Motley, who collected a sack and chased Mummau all night. Does the defense intimidate opponents? “Yeah, yeah, yeah,” Motley said with a smile. “Of course, I love it.” Lee-Davis won the toss and

elected to kick to the Springers to open the game. Highland Springs quarterback Juwan Carter threw to K’von Wallace for 42 yards on the first play from scrimmage, and Carter hit tight end Quran Bryant from 5 yards out for the touchdown on the fourth play.

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Warriors use big second to get past Raiders By Chip Knighton For the Times-Dispatch

HENRICO — Known for its stifling defense and inconsistent offense, Henrico embraced the unexpected in its homecoming matchup. Xavier Goodall racked up 245 yards on the ground, sophomore quarterback Lawrence Chambers passed for 235 yards and four touchdowns and the Warriors outlasted visiting Atlee 34-20 on Friday night on the strength of a wild second quarter. “When we throw it, we want to make sure that we have the right reads,” Henrico coach Gerald Glasco said. “We see what we’re going to get up top from our coaches, and we want to make sure there’s a clear vision. We’ve got a sophomore quarterback, he’s doing a great job for us, and he’s going to take us to where we need to be.” The air show began in the second quarter when Henrico quarterback Lawrence Chambers play-faked and found Anthony Freeman wide open behind the defense for an 80-yard touchdown. “Xavier is a big threat, and that’s what opened up our passing game,” Chambers said. “That’s how we got what we

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Atlee free safety Kamari Davis (left) cannot get enough of Henrico wide receiver Anthony Freeman to prevent Freeman from scoring the Warriors’ third touchdown in the first half of Henrico’s 34-20 victory over the visiting Raiders Friday.

got.” But the fireworks didn’t truly start until Freeman intercepted Atlee quarterback Rasharrd Harris at the goal line. The referees spotted the ball at the Warriors’ 1-yard line, but

running back Xavier Goodall erased the bad field position in a hurry, cutting left and following Freeman’s block for a 79-yard gain. Penalties pushed the Warriors (6-1) back to the 30-yard line, where Chambers

found Kobe Chavis behind two Atlee defenders for a touchdown. “I just hoped it fell into my hands,” Chavis said. “He put it where (it) needed to be. I just came down with it.”

The Raiders (3-4) responded on the next play when Harris and Glen Allen transfer Cole Blackman connected for a 62yard score. But Henrico converted from long distance again as Freeman won the battle for

a jump ball, then wriggled out of Kamari Davis’ grasp for a 45-yard touchdown on secondand-29. Atlee wasn’t quite done for the half, as Harris found Blackman and Queshon Baker for big gains to set up Ethan Ratke’s last-second field goal. The totals when the dust settled at the half: a combined 419 passing yards for Chambers and Harris, 223 yards of penalties (178 on Henrico alone), 114 rushing yards for Goodall, 23 points in the final 2:30 of the second quarter and a 21-17 Henrico lead. The excitement died down slightly in the second half as the Warriors took control with touchdowns from Goodall and Latrell Thoms. “Any skill kid at Henrico can touch the ball at any time, so it makes it easy to coach,” Glasco said. Harris passed for 256 yards and both Atlee touchdowns, hitting a streaking Justin Hall for a 37-yard touchdown that opened the scoring. But the Raiders struggled to move the ball on the ground and got just two first downs in the fourth quarter as Henrico salted the game away. Chip Knighton can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

Hanover youth gets tested on world stage By Danny Polk for the Hanover Local

Most 17 year olds are settling into their final year of high school, touching up SAT scores, and filling out college applications. Not Will Pulisic. The Mechanicsville native and soccer standout is lacing up his cleats for the FIFA Under-17 World Cup in Chile.

Pulisic, a 17-year-old who would be in the midst of his senior year at Atlee High School, has earned his spot as the starting goalkeeper on the United States U-17 men’s national team, playing alongside the game’s rising stars. Pulisic’s journey with the U.S national team began after his freshman year of high school. “About two years ago I started to get scouted locally playing

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games in Richmond, and they eventually invited me to camp out in California,” he said. After camp, held at U.S. Soccer’s National Training Center in Carson, California, Pulisic was invited to be a part of the U.S Soccer Under-17 Residency Program. The program, begun in 1999, gives the country’s best talent an opportunity to train and live full-time at the IMG Academy

in Bradenton, Florida. It has played host to a number of the United States’ superstars including Landon Donovan and Jozy Altidore. Pulisic’s two-year tenure in the residency program has consisted of morning training, directed by U-17 head coach Richie Williams and his staff, followed by school in the afternoon. The program, Pulisic says, has greatly improved his

game. “Every day you’re training with the best kids around the country, the best coaches, good nutrition. We’re learning on and off the field,” he said. “They’ve really developed me.” Pulisic has been away from home, but he’s stayed close to family – literally. His cousin, Christian Pulisic, is one of the see TESTED, pg. 37 

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R-MC’s McDonagh second, team third in tourney By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor

ASHLAND – What a difference a day makes for RandolphMacon’s men’s golf team. The Yellow Jackets competed against 15 other college and university teams in the Ted Keller Memorial golf tournament at Hanover Country Club Monday and Tuesday. Monday, the Yellow Jackets’ A team was sitting in fourth place with a 17-over team score of 297, and their No. 1 golfer, Matthew McDonagh was in third individually with an evenpar 70. Tuesday, with an ever-stronger wind playing havoc with heavy hitters’ shots, the Yellow Jackets increased their score but closed in on the leaders, with the Yellow Jackets’ A team finishing third with a combined score of 600 and McDonagh finished second in individual standings with a 2-over 142. McDonagh said it was important to perform well on the Yellow Jackets’ home course. “You’ve got to lead your

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team’s top offensive threats and was recently listed on the Guardian’s “50 best young talents in the football world.” Christian was at the Residency Program in Bradenton for one year with Will before moving to Europe to join German powerhouse Borussia Dortmund’s U-17 team. “Playing with Christian has been awesome. I’ve grown up with him. We’ve been really close and we both have a passion for the game,” Will Pulisic said. “To be able to play with him for the national team is a

Golfers’ play solid at state tournaments By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor

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Randolph-Macon’s Matthew McDonagh hits a low drive off the 17th tee at Hanover Country Club on the last day of the Ted Keller Memorial golf tournament Tuesday. McDonagh finished second in the individual standings, and the Yellow Jackets finished third in the team standings.

team. Not to not play well would not be a good thing,” McDonagh said. “So I really tried, focused, really gave it a lot of attention. I think I produced the right result.” Even though the course is

a par-70, it is challenging with its hills and narrow fairways. The terrain, coupled with windier conditions Tuesday, caused most of the teams to post worse scores on the second day of play.

“There’s a lot of holes here where you’ve got to place it,” said Randolph-Macon head coach Ed Turnage. “You can’t hit that big driver like most

dream come true.” The United States clinched its World Cup berth with a 54 penalty kick decision over Jamaica in March’s CONCACAF U-17 championship. Since then, the team has traveled to Mexico, France and the Czech Republic for competition leading up to Chile 2015. After a week of final preparation in Santiago, Chile, Pulisic and his teammates feel ready for the tournament they’ve spent years working towards. “We’ve been together for a while,” Pulisic said. “We aren’t really doing too much different than we have in the past. We’re just going through our routine, sharpening out the details.”

The United States is slated in Group A along with Nigeria, Croatia, and host Chile. Pulisic wore the No. 1 jersey when they opened play Saturday in a 2-0 loss to Nigeria. “We’ve been looking at our opponents differently because we haven’t played some of them, but we’re ready for this,” Pulisic said. “We’ve been working together for two years, so we’re all excited for this opportunity.” To advance past the Group Stage and into the Round of 16, the U.S. will need a top two finish in Group A, or be one of the top four third place teams decided by tiebreakers. “We’re going out to win it,” Pulisic said. “We feel like we

have a good enough team. We just have to compete on the field and have each other’s backs.” Pulisic will stay with soccer when the World Cup ends. His next stop will be Durham, North Carolina, where he will play for Duke’s nationally ranked program. But his soccer aspirations don’t end in the NCAA. “I’m looking to play professional, whether it’s playing somewhere in Europe or here in the MLS,” he said. Regardless of what jersey Pulisic wears years down the road, his red, white, and blue one will surely have made its mark. Danny Polk can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

see TOURNEY, pg. 39 

M E C HA N I C S V I L L E – For most of the summer, Hanover’s Christian Dyer was forbidden by his doctor from picking up a golf club. Getting a chance to swing just in time for the Hawks’ golf tryouts in August, the freshman made up for the lack of practice, working hard all season and qualifying for their season’s big tournament: the Virginia High School League Group 4A state championship at Glenrochie Country Club in Abingdon last week. Dyer’s two-day score of 174 was not enough to win – Loudon Valley’s Brandon

Weaver shot a 144 to claim the state championship – but it was a respectable result for someone with three more years of high school golf ahead of him. He returned to the team in September, and had to get a certain number of rounds in to have a handicap according to VSGA rules. His first two practice rounds – nine holes each – were understandably less than stellar. “His first two practice nines were 50-50. I don’t mean half of it was good and half of it was bad. I mean he shot a 50 one day and he shot a 50 the other day,” said Hanover head golf coach see SOLID, pg. 39 

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Virgnia Wesleyan defender Codi Dalton (left) and RandolphMacon forward Bryan Lutz battle for a ball in the corner in front of the Marlins’ goal in the Yellow Jackets’ 1-0 victory Wednesday. For more, go to www.mechlocal.com.

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Unleashed freshman wins MileStat Invitational By Dylan Garner Richmond Times-Dispatch

MECHANICSVILLE – “Like a caged animal” was how Cosby girls cross country coach Jerry Moye described freshman Rachel Northcutt in her first two miles at the MileStat.com XC Invitational. For the final stretch, however, the animal was uncaged and unleashed. Northcutt won the girls ‘A’ race at Virginia’s largest cross country invitational with a time of 17:57, beating out more than 200 other girls Saturday morning at the 5,000-meter race at Pole Green Park in Mechanicsville. Holding back Northcutt was a strategic decision by Moye based on her race last week at the Big Cat Invitational in Williamsburg. She came out extremely aggressive in that race, but she had less in the tank by the end, losing out to Tabb senior Lindsay Blanks. This time around, with Blanks still as her main competition, she stayed in front but didn’t extend her lead. Northcutt, in just her fourth ever high school cross country race, ran away toward the end, beating Blanks by six seconds. “She, so bad, wanted to push the pace, but we just asked her not to, and she did exactly what we asked. Therefore, she had more at the end,” Moye said. “It was textbook for her. A beautiful, beautiful race.” This is the first victory in Northcutt’s young career, after recording third-, seventh- and second- place finishes so far this season. She was able to eclipse 18 minutes for the second straight week on a modified and speedier course than the normal loop at Pole Green Park. Before last week, it’s a number that hadn’t been achieved by a Richmond girl in two years.

I should have to run with,’” Suliman said. “I decided to stick with him, and we were going like third and fourth, third and fourth the whole time. He’s really good. That was my goal, to beat him, but he kicked so hard.” Jonathan Lomogda of Cox won the race (14:56), and Thomas Jefferson S&T won the team title. Midlothian, led by senior Randy Hahn (12th place, 15:32), finished in fourth and was top finisher among Richmond teams and all of the Group 4A teams competing. Douglas Freeman, led by Suliman and sophomore Ryan McCracken (16th, 15:49), finished seventh. Glen Allen senior Zack Witt was 10th (15:32), and Veritas senior Miles Clikeman finished 11th (15:32). Dylan Garner can be reached at dgarner@mechlocal.com.

MileStat.com XC Invitational Boys Varsity ‘A’ Top 10 teams: Thomas Jefferson week ago, and I was like, ‘He’s S&T 151, Tuscarora 155, Blacksburg Alexa Welch Edlund/Times-Dispatch

Patrick Henry’s Grant Davis (center) came in 23rd in the boys A race at the Milestat Invitational at Pole Green Park Saturday.

While she is entering unprecedented territory for her age, she wasn’t expecting the big results to come so quickly. “It’s a lot to think about, it’s kind of crazy. I kind of just went out expecting to do my best,” Northcutt said. “My brother did really good last year, so I kind of was hoping that I would follow in his footsteps.” As a freshman last year, her brother, Grant, was a first-team All-Metro selection and ranked as one of the best runners in the area. The sport is a family affair, as the pair’s father and grandfather were both high school runners. But the emergence of Rachel and her sophomore brother, who finished seventh (15:29) in the boys varsity ‘A’ race, has turned a common passion into a shared dominance. Moye said the two oxygenate while running better than

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any other athletes he’s ever seen. This includes his daughter, Megan Moye, a 2012 graduate of Cosby who was the AllMetro runner of the year in her junior and senior seasons. He also complimented both Rachel and Grant’s mental strength for their age. “You don’t usually see the mental sharpness as a freshman,” Moye said. “When my daughter, Megan, ran, she got that, but she got it as a junior. When she was a junior, she was all in, but not until then. “But Rachel and Grant, they are all in now. As a freshman, you just don’t see it.” Blacksburg won the girls team title, while Maggie Walker GS was the highest finishing team from Richmond in fourth. Deep Run, with Margot Brown returning from injury, finished sixth. Cosby finished seventh

after senior Harper Henson was forced out of the race with an my goal. He’s the one I should injury. have to beat, and he’s the one see MILESTAT, pg. 39  Maggie Walker senior Emma Call came in sixth (18:15), and Veritas junior Morgan Lewis finished in 12th (18:23). On the boys side, Douglas Freeman junior Waleed Suliman went toe to toe with some of the strongest runners in the state before settling for a fourth-place finish in 15:15, matching his time from his victory at the Big Cat Invitational last week. Most of his time was spent locked in with Tuscarora senior Fitsum Seyoum, who finished ahead of him in third. It was a learning experience for Submitted by Troy Robinson Suliman, who may be battling The U11 Dynamo Girls Soccer team traveled to Lynchburg Seyoum at the front once again on Labor Day weekend to compete in the Region 2000 at the Group 5A state champisoccer tournament. During their four games, the girls onships in November. scored a total of 22 goals while allowing none themselves. “I looked at results about a

First-place finish

Lee-Davis names Hall of Fame Class of 2016 By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor

MECHANICSVILLE – The Lee-Davis Athletic Hall of Fame Committee has announced the five members of its induction Class of 2016. The five inductees are Nathan Boettcher (Class of 1969), a cross country and track and field athlete; Gary Edwards (1966), who competed in football, basketball and track and field; Kim Fields (1993), a cheerleader as well as an indoor and outdoor track and field competitor; Henry Keeton (1962), who played football, basketball,

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Chris Pace. “The next thing you know, he went 50, 50, 43, 39 in terms of his practices.” It took a while for Dyer to qualify for one of the six competitive slots as Hanover was loaded with talented golfers. But he made the cut for Hanover’s last match against Atlee. Dyer was playing in the No. 6 slot for the Hawks. Atlee had what looked like a respectable lead over Hanover as they awaited his group to come in. “If the freshman had shot a 42 in his first-ever varsity match, I would have patted him on the back and said, ‘Great job!’” Pace said. Instead, Dyer shot a 36 to put the Hawks one stroke ahead of the Raiders for the day. “I’d never had an adrenaline rush for a golf score posting, but I was excited,” Pace said. “I was excited. I had one 36 out of the six slot all year, and it was that one.” Pace said Dyer was one of many golfers who struggled at Glenrochie – particularly its tough, undulating greens.

baseball and track; an Antoine Lee (1992), who was a standout in football and in indoor and outdoor track and field. The five will be honored in a banquet on Friday, Jan. 29, 2016, and will be introduced during halftime of the Patrick Henry at Lee-Davis boys basketball game that same evening. While every member of the group participated in some form of track and field, they also bring a wide range of other athletic achievements as well. “This class brings a lot of varsity letters and years of varsity [participation], but quite a few accolades as well,” said Hall

of Fame Committee chairman Della Childress. Boettcher was the Virginia High School League Group AAA state indoor 2-mile champion in 1968 and 1969 and the outdoor champion in 1968. Boettcher graduated with 15 out of 16 possible letters at the time – Lee-Davis did not have track his freshman year. “We was one of the best athletes of his time,” Childress said. Edwards, who died last year, was an all-state football player in 1965, a year in which he lead the state in scoring. After a twoyear enlistment in the Army, he

went on to become an all-state football player at Ferrum. Fields was an all-district, allregion and all-state track athlete who held a number of school records in the 55-yard and 100yard hurdles, long jump and triple jump. Antoine Lee excelled at football and track. He was, along with Lee-Davis Hall of Famer Joe Elrod, named the TimesDispatch All-Metro Co-Player of the year. He received a number of post-season honors in track and field as well, and held a number of school records in track and field in the triple jump 55 hurdles and 100- and

Weaver was the only 4A golfer to post a below-par score – a 70 on the first day. Most of the rest of the field, whether or not they hit the greens in regulation, needed extra putts to find the hole. High winds the second day added to the course’s challenge. Dyer should have a good future ahead of him. “What’s great about it is, experiencing states as a freshman, he’s got nowhere to go but

up,” Pace said.

enjoyed a better score than his 171 – good enough for a tie for 15th place – he enjoyed his experience at Golden Eagle Golf Club. “It was a good experience, I’d say, a good way to end my senior season,” Stephens said.

Group 2A tournament IRVINGTON – King William’s Noah Stephens waited four years to make the Group 2A state tournament. While the senior would have

Atlee wins!

200-meter dashes. Doors will open at 5:15 p.m. Tickets cost $25 and include admission to the banquet and basketball games. They will be available from Lee-Davis High School and Mechanicsville Drug Store. For ticket information,

email the Lee-Davis Athletic Hall of Fame Committee at LDHSathleticHOF@yahoo. com or go to the Lee-Davis High School Athletic Hall of Fame Facebook page. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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Franklin and Marshall, led by medalist Brad Lankler – who was also last year’s medalist – likewise leapfrogged Ferrum for a second-place finish, one stroke behind Christopher Newport, which led both days. The Captains carded a 589 for the two-day tournament. Matt DiSalvo led Christopher Newport with a two-day score of 144 to tie for third place with Ferrum’s Keegan Howver. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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of these young kids like to do. That’s all they want to do is hit it as far as they can. You can’t do that at Hanover.” While the Yellow Jackets shot six strokes higher on Tuesday than on Monday, they leapfrogged Ferrum, which finished second on Monday with a 294, but fell to fourth after Tuesday with a 309 for a combined score of 603.

Great tournament!

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160, Midlothian 202, Grafton 229, James Madison 241, Douglas Freeman 245, W.T. Woodson 255, Trinity Episcopal 258, James W. Robinson 260 Top 10 runners: 1. Lomogda (COX) 14:56; 2. Meade (SE) 15:00; 3. Seyoum (TUS) 15:13; 4. Suliman (DF) 15:15; 5. Teller (BLA) 15:27; 6. Velleleth (TJ) 15:29; 7. Northcutt (COS) 15:29; 8. Lockwood (WTW) 15:30; 9. Steck (LAF) 15:31; 10. Witt (GA) 15:31. Varsity ‘B’ Top 10 teams: Mountain View 102, Collegiate 163, Deep Run 186, Bishop O’Connell 194, St.

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Atlee American All Star team won the Atlee 28th Annual 9 year Old Invitational Tournament held at Atlee Little League August 7th-15th. The team went 4-0 in single elimination tournament play. They defeated Huguenot 6-0 in the championship round. Pictured left to right (front row) Brady Zsori, Riley Bernardini, Matthew Shields, Parker McRay, Owen Terry, second row - Davis Hamby, Nolan Konecny, Alex Wratchford, Drew Wells, DJ O’Brien, Anthony Rice and Trevor Yager. Back Row - Coach Kevin McRay, Manager Jamie Batten, and Coach Craig Yager.

Submitted by Benny Spiller

The Mechanicsville 9U Machine Pitch All Stars used excellent defense and run production to finish 4-1 in the Machine Pitch All-Star tournament in at Atlee Little League in August, falling in the championship game 12-9. The team scored 61 runs in five games. The team was (front row, left to right): Dillon Bollander, Dillon Sweeney, Bryson White, Jace Shelton, Bryce Bard and Luke Radtke; (middle row): Seth Langford, Jett Eckman, Law Lutton, Andrew Farrar, Jordan Johnson and Tavis Spiller; (back row): coaches Bill Johnson, Jimmy Bollander, Benny Spiller and John Radtke.

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October 21, 2015

Generals pull rank on R-MC in 21-17 win By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor

ASHLAND – With six minutes left in the game, RandolphMacon’s punt unit gave the Yellow Jackets just what they needed to hold on to a three point lead and an upset of asyet undefeated Old Dominion Athletic Conference rival Washington & Lee: quick footwork kept the ball out of the end zone for a touchback. Instead, with one player batting the ball back from the goal line and another bringing it down quickly, the Yellow Jackets forced the Generals to start at the Washington & Lee 3-yard line. A stop on that drive and Randolph-Macon might have coasted to a hard-fought win. But Washington & Lee quarterback Charlie Nelson skillfully ran the Generals’ option, getting first-down yardage when they needed it, running down the clock and leading Washington & Lee to its third touchdown of the game for a 21-17 victory. It was a frustrating end for a Yellow Jacket team on the verge of a big upset. “That was a tough one,” said Randolph-Macon head coach Pedro Arruza. “The kids are working hard, but they’re not finishing. … I thought we had a good game plan. I thought we had a good game play defensively. I thought we had a good game plan offensively. We just

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Washington & Lee quarterback Marshall Hollerith (10) ran the option skillfully, deftly eluding the Randolph-Macon defense as the Generals amassed 376 yards on 65 carries in their 21-17 victory over the Yellow Jackets at Day Field Saturday.

didn’t execute at times.” The Yellow Jacket quarterbacks had a particularly tough day. Starter Bubby Morgan – who was injured just before halftime and did not return – and backup Billy Sheehan com-

bined for 14 of 25 passes for 137 yards and three interceptions. Morgan threw two before he was knocked out of the game. Sheehan threw just one, but it proved a turning point in the game as the Generals (6-

(KEL) 16:13; 8. Adams (MAT) 16:31; 9. Edmonds (CHA) 16:34; 10. Continued from pg. 39  Cannon (WA) 16:34. Varsity ‘C’ Top 10 teams: Spotsylvania 67, Christopher’s 215, Lee-Davis 220, Matoaca 118, Brooke Point 143, Chancellor 277, Kellam 278, L.C. Nansemond River 161, Smithfield Bird 287, New Kent 287 179, Patrick Henry 180, Orange Top 10 runners: 1. Carlin (NK) County 229, Courtland 243, York 15:53; 2. Mosavel-Lo (DR) 16:00; 3. 279, Liberty 304 Anderson (MW) 16:06; 4. Dannaher Top 10 runners: 1. Fountain (BOC) 16:07; 5. Cuevas (STC) 16:10; (VAR) 17:08; 2. Ivanoff (BRU) 6. Ikenberry (L-D) 16:12; 7. Drew 17:16; 3. Burdsal (BP) 17:17; 4. De

La Rama (SPO) 17:22; 5. Johnson (HS) 17:24; 6. Avery (DIN) 17:33; 7. Brown (SPO) 17:36; 8. Gill (NR) 17:37; 9. McKay (MAT) 17:37; 10. Tohak (NR) 17:40.

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0, 3-0 Old Dominion Athletic Conference) seized the opportunity to drive 40 yards and score a touchdown with 51 seconds left in the third quarter to go ahead 14-10 for their first lead of the game.

Randolph-Macon (1-5, 0-3) kept Washington & Lee out of the end zone throughout the first half, but an invigorated Generals attack wore the Yellow Jackets down the second half. “It was just a matter of us

306, Bishop O’Connell 341 Top 10 runners: 1. Northcutt (COS) 17:57; 2. Blanks (TABB) 18:03; 3. Marin (BLA) 18:05; 4. Hunter (STAB) 18:07; 5. Williams (JM) 18:10; 6. Call (MWGS) 18:15; 7. Girls Wittrock (JM) 18:15; 8. Martingayle Varsity ‘A’ (PA) 18:16; 9. Wood (RAPP) 18:18; Top 10 teams: Blacksburg 10. Freix (WEST) 18:22. 62, James Madison 92, James W. Varsity ‘B’ Robinson 162, Maggie Walker 188, Top 10 teams: James Madison Ocean Lakes 211, Deep Run 242, 67, Atlee 130, Freedom 167, King Cosby 267, Hickory 263, Tuscarora George 174, Riverbend 194, Thomas

Jefferson S&T 199, Colonial Forge 242, Mathews 282, Auburn 289, J.R. Tucker 295 Top 10 runners: 1. Browe (FRE) 19:16; 2. Hetherington (JM) 19:19; 3. Owen (ATL) 19:24; 4. Bowe (TE) 19:30; 5. Wingeart (KG) 19:33; 6. MacMasters (PC) 19:36; 7. Lee (JM) 19:39; 8. Hrncir (WAR) 19:39; 9. Balog (FRE) 19:42; 10. Williams (MAS) 19:43. Varsity ‘C’ Top 10 teams: Grassfield 80,

sticking to the plan, trusting it,” said Washington & Lee head coach Scott Abell. “The half was really more about a gut-check. I’ve got a ton of respect for our offensive side to come back in in the second half and respond like that.” The Generals began their comeback on their first drive of the second half, taking a Randolph-Macon punt and driving 66 yards in eight plays to score on McKenna Johnston’s 3-yard run with 10:13 left in the quarter. They needed just two plays to score on their second drive. Beginning at the Yellow Jacket 40, Marshall Hollerith broke free for 39 yards before being pulled down at the 1-yard line. On the next play, he closed that gap to make it 14-10. Randolph-Macon responded immediately with a six play, 67-yard scoring drive capped by Sheehan’s 4-yard pass to Steven Quinn for a touchdown to go ahead 17-14 with 13:05 left in the game. But the 13 minutes left were more than enough to give Washington & Lee to end Randolph-Macon’s afternoon in frustration. “We had plenty of opportunities offensively,” Arruza said. “We’re not making the plays that we need to make.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

North Stafford 96, Mountain View 97, Collegiate 114, Courtland 138, Northumberland 174, L.C. Bird 177, Nansemond River 193, Hanover 247, Massaponax 248 Top 10 runners: 1. Squillante (MV) 19:08; 2. Ardrey (BRU) 20:00; 3. Olyniec (NS) 20:13; 4. Thomas (MW) 20:18; 5. Johnson (COU) 20:31; 6. Williams (NR) 20:42; 7. Goggins (COL) 20:46; 8. Rodriguez (GRA) 20:56; 9. Prieto (YOR) 21:05; 10. Senn (BRU) 21:14.

CLASSIFIEDS Homes for Sale Real Estate Policy All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Virginia Fair Housing Law, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, or handicap.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all the dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. HOME SITES, LOTS, LAND Land For Sale -- King & Queen Co. Approx. 29.25 Acres Mostly wooded Perfect for Hunting, Building or Horses Approx. 5-6 Acres farmed $89,999 Call Ellen Otey Twin Rivers Realty, Inc. 804-241-4314 or 804-769-2445

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Rutland - $507,000 Welcome to 9523 Fox Hill Farm Rd, where luxury living abounds! With an arched stone entryway, built-in bookcases and stone fireplace the attention to detail can be found throughout. This 3500 sq ft home has 4 BR, 3.5 BA, which includes a luxurious owner’s suite with private bath and dressing area. The gourmet kitchen with large island, butler’s pantry and quartz countertops overlooks the dining area and family room. Enjoy community lake views from your screened-in porch. Rutland is an active community offering its homeowners a pool area, playground, miles of nature walks and is convenient to shopping and dining! Contact Donna Pettit at 804.513.2252 HHHuntHomes.com

Villages at Cool Spring - $292,340 9439 Lewisdale Place Ready for you NOW! This beautiful home has 3 BR, 2.5 BA and just over 2,000 sq ft of living space. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Spacious deck for entertaining and great loft area on the second floor. Located in the nationallyranked Hanover County school district, this community offers walking/biking trails and 4 playgrounds! Contact Melony Fuller at 804.277.3897 HHHuntHomes.com

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Old Church Farm House with wood stove, 4 bedrooms, 1-bath. Small pets welcome. $1025. per month + $1025 deposit. Available Now. References. Call 779-7788, leave message

ROOMS FOR RENT FREE Room Rent - Clean Modern Mechanicsville home. Small pets ok. Call for more info 804-730-3378 Previous callers welcome. Room for Rent Shady Grove / Atlee area. House privileges. $333.00 per month. Call 350-9525

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Absolute Cleaning Tailored to your Needs! Res/Comm. Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, One Time. Bonded & Insured. Member BBB. Laurie, 305-4068.

KELLEY AUCTIONS presents A SALE YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS! a Mickey Mouse / Disney Christmas?? Saturday, October 24, 2015 11:00 a.m. (preview at 10AM) 16255 Wolf Creek Road Montpelier, VA. 23192

COMPUTER SERVICES Computer Systems Support Center, 7285 Atlee Rd, Mech. (804) 723-4002 Personal/Business Computer Repair; Free Diagnostics and Most Repairs Completed the Same Day! computersystemssupportcenter.com

GARDEN EQUIP. & REPAIR American Outdoor Power Equipment Service & Repairs on all makes & models. Engine Service & Rebuild. Kohler, Kawasaki, Briggs & Stratton, Honda & Tecumeseh. Specializing in lawn & garden tractors, residential zero turn, commercial zero turn, portable generators & compact tractors. Pick up and delivery available. Mon.-Fri. 8am - 5pm, Sat. by appt, 804-737-0900. 805 East Nine Mile Road. Highland Springs.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Tractor work, garden tilling, driveways, drainage, grading, landscaping, yard work, topsoil, mulch, rock, demolition, concrete & small lots & asphalt. 804338-5898.

Announcements AUCTION SALES Onsite Real Estate Auction Friday, Oct. 30, 2:00 pm 7290 Strath Rd, 23231 House + 2.6 acres (2 lots) www.auctionzip.com, Kelley Auctions #2934 Dee Kelley 804-683-4612

YARD & ESTATE SALES 23111 - New Song Church Fall Festival Sat, 10/24, 2 to 5 p.m., 7450 Colts Neck Rd. Everyone is welcome at this free event - a day of fun that includes lots of activities for children of all ages. Bonfire and smores, mobile laser tag, costume contest and door prizes, petting zoo, face painting, balloon twisters and pumpkin patch. ESTATE SALE By Three Rivers Estate Sales- OCTOBER 23, 24 & 25TH, FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10AM - 4PM. Numbers being given out at 9AM! 802 Maple Street, Ashland, 23005 Collectibles, Antiques, Cross Stitch, Eastlake Nichols & Stone, Hitchcock & more! For more info 804-387-8355

Estate Sale on October 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 6324 McClellan Rd. (across from Black Creek Baptist Church).

Directions: From Rt. 33 West at Rt. 623 (Stanley’s Store) continue west 5.4 miles to left onto Waltons Tavern Road, continue 2.5 miles to right on Wolf Creek Road (Spring Grove Sub.) continue straight to site on left. Including: Ltd. Ed. Disney prints (30’s, 40’s, 50’s) & more. MICKEY MOUSE clocks, watched, phones, lunch boxes, glassware, games, radios, vintage stools, Christmas ornaments, phonograph player, toaster, crystal globes & much more! Also including Ducks Unlimited & wildlife prints, autographed pieces, Griswold cast iron, Franciscan China, commercial cooking items, 10-gal. coffee urn, carnival glass, Harley Davidson lamps & other H-D items, Lionel Dale Jr. electric train in box, duck decoys, 2muzzle-loader guns, new tiki bar set, Jack Daniels neon clock, lots of lumber, several pieces of comm. woodworking equip. & MUCH MORE!! Auctioneer’s Notes: Nothing sold prior to sale. Preview 10:00 a.m. day of sale. Absentee bids will be accepted prior to sale. 5.3% VA. sales tax, 10% buyer’s premium. Terms: CASH, VALID CHECK. Payment made at time of purchase. All items sold AS IS WHERE IS. ALL SALES FINAL. Auctioneer assumes no liability for loss of property or injuries. Full Listing & Updates: www.auctionzip.com #4102 Hunter ’Dee" Kelley, Va. Lic. No. 2934 Cell : 804-683-4612

YARD & ESTATE SALES Estate & Yard Sale 7494 Cold Harbor Rd, 23111. Sat. Oct. 24th & Sun. 25th. 8am - 3pm. Inside & Out. All reasonable offers considered. Furniture, dishware, depression glass, pottery, clothing, lamps, books, & many more items to choose from. Everything must go!

Garage / Yard Sale Fri. Oct. 23rd & Sat. 24th, 8am - 12 noon 7445 Walnut Grove Road Small appliances, furniture. jewelry, glassware, books, clothing. Something for Everyone - cash only. GIGANTIC YARD SALE - SAT. OCT. 24TH, 9AM-2PM, 9380 Roseland Ct. 23116. Sliding Hill Rd, passed new Walmart, 2-3 miles on the right. Something for Everyone! Plus Size Women’s Clothes & Big & Tall Mens. Like New! Little Bit of Everything!! MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE - Everything must go! Saturday Oct. 24 8am-12pm 6422 Mary Esther Lane off Cold Harbor Rd. Clothing, housewares, collectibles, much misc.

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Merchandise FIREWOOD & FUEL Seasoned Firewood For Sale. Small/Large Loads Delivered. Call 229-2694

FABRICATOR/WELDER - Brookfield M&W is currently seeking an experienced Fabricator/Welder. Please apply @ 9135 Barricade Ln, Mechanicsville. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. Call (804) 746-0488. Molly Maid Now Hiring Full-Time, M-F 8am-5pm Call 550-7766

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Mattress Truck Load Sale - Twin $89; Full $99; Queen $129; King $189. Delivery/Lay -A-Way. Call 804-218-0680.

Recruitment CONSTRUCTION & TRADES Electrician and Electrician Helper Plumber and Plumber Helper Now Hiring for an immediate opening. Excellent Benefits. Must have valid Drivers License. Call: 804-747-9987 or send resume to mckeever.office@gmail.com Welders and Fitters Must Apply in person, 8am-4pm: Hanover Iron & Steel 11149 Leadbetter Road Ashland, Virginia 23005

GENERAL Barber needed for small shop in Mechanicsville. Following a plus. Apply within Bob’s Hair Shop, 8096 Mech. Turnpike. Call 804-559-6151. CAREGIVER NEEDED- Now hiring a part time Caregiver to assist with an Elderly Parent in her own Highland Springs home 2 to 3 days per week 3 to 4 hours per day. Duties and responsibilities include preparing light meals, light housekeeping, conversation, and companionship. $10 per hour. Call Judy, 477-5270.

Experienced Biller needed for private Insurance/Medicaid Services. Call 804-437-4930.

Pet Boarding Facility looking for PT Kennel Assistant Pet experience helpful. Early Mornings & Afternoons. Includes weekends & some holidays. Call 730-4616 Richmond Times-Dispatch Adult newspaper routes available in Manakin/Eastern Goochland/Rt.288. Please contact Kara Eagle at 804-5982385. Carriers are independent contractors. Wanted Residential Plumber & Helper. Good Pay, Paid Holidays, & Vacation. Must have 3 years in the field experience. Please call 804-746-5030 if interested or fax resume to 804-746-5185

INSTALLATION & REPAIR Electricians and Apprentices for family owned company located in Hanover, VA. Commercial and Residential work. Must have 3-5 years experience, good driving record, background check, dependable and honest. Great benefits with vacation time. Please call 804.730.8525 Hill Electrical Inc. is seeking Service Truck Electricians, Generator Installers, & Helpers. You must have a valid driver’s license. Pay & Benefits are based on experience. Apply in person at 8553 Meadowbridge Road, Mech. 23116.

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

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

Winters Fencing 627-2935 Best Prices! Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates.

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Additions • New Construction • Remodeling • Low Cost Drywall Repair Class A Lic. Free Estimates. 40 yrs Exp. All your building needs satisfied. George at 804-690-2767

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Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044

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Stanley Home Improvement Repairs inside & outside your home. No job too small. 20 years experience. Licensed & Insured Ken 262-8845 or 840-0464 Drywall Repairs- Small jobs welcome. Clean & Dependable. Licensed & Insured 30 years experience. Dean~ 803-8417 Herring Home ImprovementWindows, Decks, Sheds, Repairs Licensed & Insured. Call 537-5755

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BL&G Powerwashing - Lic/Ins. Houses, Decks, Fences etc. Deck Sealing & Staining avail. Free Esimate, Donald Cassity 317-9156, 779-0349. www.BLGPowerwashing.com

TONY’S HEATING and AIR APPLIANCE REPAIR Certified - Lic & Ins Handyman and Electrical Services Very Reasonable Rates. 804-727-9436 www.hvacmechanicsville.com

HANOVER HANDY SERVICES

Ground Keepers Lawn Care Your #1 Choice Grass Cutting • Trimming • Hedges Mulching • Aerating • Seeding FREE Estimates Reasonable Rates Rick Custalow, 804-517-3321 KJLC Landscape Management Commercial & Residential Landscape Grading, Pavers, Sidewalk, Patios & Retaining Walls, Drainage, Fertilization, Aeration, Seeding, Pruning, Mulch, Fence Installation & Repair. Call 746-0827, ext. 2.

LAWN CARE PLUS - Complete Lawn Care & Landscaping Year Round Maintenance Programs Available Fully Lic/Ins. Free Estimates 730-2367 MARCUM’S LAWN CARE and Specialty Services. Lawn Maintenance, Leaf Removal, Mulching, Minor Landscaping, Trees/Shrubs. Registered and Insured. 804-869-7711

Lee-Davis Powerwashing Homes, Decks, etc. Free Estimates. Licensed/Insured Call Keith Lowry 690-9387

R. J. Davis Lawncare, Inc. Complete Lawn Care Services & Turf Care Packages 798-0492 www.RJDavisLawnCare.com Todd’s Lawn Care Leaf Removal, Mulching, Grass Cutting and Aerating Also, seasoned firewood for sale. Call Todd 804-779-3362 or 804-366-8185

Locally owned & operated since 2001. Licensed & Insured. Houses, decks, deck staining & aggregate concrete sealing. 804-5399682 www.mpadrichmond.com Mark W Johnson Powerwashing Cleaning of all surfaces: houses, decks, driveways /sealing, etc. Gutter Cleaning & Covers. Lic/Ins. Free Est. 18 years experience. Call 683-9866

**Fence Scapes** 559-8797 Custom Wood, Chain-Link, Vinyl, Ornamental Aluminum. www.fencescapesllc.com

West End Heating and Air 804-288-4747 Sales • Service • Installation 20 Years Experience www.westendheatingandair.com

PERDUE’S POWER WASHING Established 1995 - Non-Pressure Roof Cleaning, Home Exteriors, Deck/Wood Restoration, Wood/ Concrete Sealing, Fences, Gutter Cleaning. Lic. & Ins. - Free Est. Ernie Perdue 328-1668

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HANDYMAN EXPRESS Your Small Job Specialist Painting, Repairs, and Maintenance Call Steve Hall 426-8544

BELL CREEK Heating Cooling Service & Preventative Maintenance. 31 yrs exp. Lic. Call 559-1045.

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PAINTING Affordable House Painting & Repairs Int. & Ext. Painting, Staining, Power Washing, Textured Ceilings, Sheetrock & Wall Papering Lic. & Ins. - Kevin Taylor, 241-5016 ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential. Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531 E.J. Hornung Excellent References. Interior & Exterior. Great Rates. 746-5613 Guy Stinchfield Painting & Repair Int./Ext. Painting, Carpentry, Drywall Repair, Pressure Washing, Wallpaper Removal. Lic/Ins. 20 yrs experience Refereneces. Free Est. 804-439-7700

PAINTING Painting By George Interior & Exterior Reasonable Rates. Call 550-3260 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352

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

It Fitz Plumbing 30 Years Experience Repair & Renovation Call 804-767-0979 Paul Brown Plumbing - in Business Since 1983. New Residential, Light Commercial, Renovations, Additions & Service. We do it all! Senior Citizen Discounts. For free estimate, 746-5030

ROOFING

ROOFING Davidson Roofing Co. Residential Roofing & Repair Specialists. Lic/Insured GAF Master Elite Contractor BBB /Free Estimates 804-672-0540 www.davidsonroofing.com Roofing - All Types of Installation & Repair. 40+ years of experience. Licensed / Insured. Call 804-347-3812

SIDING VINYL SIDING, WINDOW REPLACEMENT & EXTERIOR PAINTING Call Jacob’s Ladder, 804-230-0627 info@jacobsladderinc.com

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

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Waterfront Property on the Pamunkey River! Brick Transitional w/3,600 sq. ft. featuring a generously large eat-in kitchen, oversize FR w/gas fp, 4 spacious BR’s including a master suite all w/ Beautiful Views of the River, walk-up attic, vinyl windows, central vac system. Propane gas furnace & central air, plus one-car attached garage. Private Pier w/Boat Lift & Jet Ski Ramp. $400,000

Three-Sided Brick Dutch Colonial w/ 3,100 sq ft, 3 BR’s, updated kitchen w/granite opening to the great room, formal dining room, large rec room, beautiful vaulted Florida room, updated master bath, one-car detached garage, all appliances convey, and private deck w/wrought iron rails and classic landscape. $339,500

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Lovely Transitional w/3,327 sq ft, 6 BRs including a 1st flr master suite, formal rooms w/wood flrs, spacious FR w/gas fp & built-in bookcases, eat-in kitchen w/breakfast bar, large utility room, maintenance free vinyl siding & windows, 2-car garage, 2-zone heating & cooling, rear deck & patio, and a huge fully fenced back yard. $339,950

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Almost 4,000 sq. ft. featuring 4 BRs, including 1st & 2nd floor masters w/luxury baths w/jetted tub, 1st flr office w/built-in bookcases, formal DR, gorgeous kitchen w/granite counters, cherry cabinets & stainless steel appliances, spacious great room w/gas fp, large loft, walk-up attic, 2 zone heating & cooling, huge rear deck, front porch, and oversize utility room. $399,900

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TURN-KEY READY COLONIAL with 1,600 square feet, 3 BR’s, 2.5 baths, formal dining room, large great room, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, front porch, rear deck, maintenance-free vinyl siding & windows, and electric heat pump/central air, sitting on almost An Acre Lot in the Meadowbrook High School District. $179,950

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