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Education Expo draws large crowd to HHS By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local
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Previous Christmas Mothers gathered together Thursday to welcome the 2015 Christmas Mother, Kay Beazley. Shown are, from left, front row, Betty Lee Stanley, 2010; Gabby Crutchfield, 1995; Virginia Hall, 1993; Kay Beazley, 2015 and Betty Spiers, 2001; and, back row, Gay Mitchell, 2003; Connie Smith, 2005; Hilda Kelly, 1987; Melanie Goodpasture, 2014; Laura Stanley, 2008; and Cathy Hall, 2007.
MECHANICSVILLE — It was one stop shopping for more than 800 Hanover County parents and students as they filed into the county’s first Education Expo at Hanover High School last week. Opportunities for students
are changing and expanding, and the expo allowed stakeholders to gather up-to-date information on available programs, some of them making their debut next year. Hanover County School Board members began a long road to success for several of the new programs when they voted to form an explorato-
ry committee to study career and technical possibilities and the dual enrollment based Advanced College Academy, a program that allows students to obtain an Associate Degree upon graduation from high school. Roger Bourassa, Mechanicssee EXPO, pg. 4
2015 Christmas Mother Kay Beazley to spearhead holiday fundraising efforts By Meredith Rigsby News Editor
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OSWELL — Each year, the Hanover Ruritan Club nominates a Christmas Mother to repre-
sent the face of the organization and help distribute food, toys and gift certificates to those in need during the holiday season. About two or three weeks ago, Kay Beazley, a Studley
resident and member of the Studley Ruritan Club, got a call from Jimmy Atkinson, president of the Studley Ruritan Club, that she was see CHRISTMAS, pg. 4
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A large crowd turned out Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Hanover High School for the first-ever Education Expo hosted by Hanover County Public School. Another one is scheduled Nov. 9 at Patrick Henry High School in Ashland.
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Preschool to middle school kids take part in running series Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE – One hundred fifth preschool through middle school children took the challenge of participating in a fiveweek-long running series. Children and families came out Sunday afternoons to Pole Green Park to run and cheer for one another. This was the third series offered in Hanover County and was part of a national series that took place at over 70 locations across the country. Healthy Kids Running Series is a five-week, nonprofit youth running program created by
Jeff Long, founder and president of HKRS. The program is designed to combat childhood obesity while providing children with a positive, educational and fun introduction to the world of running. Every child received a medal and trophies were awarded to boys and girls who had the highest total points in each age group. Series organizer Mark Sargent, a wellness coach at Health Link Family Chiropractic in Mechanicsville, said he was very pleased with the turnout and enthusiasm for this event. “Our series increased participation over
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CHES, Schoola raising funds via clothing drive MECHANICSVILLE — Cold Harbor Elementary School PTA is partnering with Schoola to help you clean out your closets as part of a unique and new fundraising drive on Tuesday, Nov. 3. “We wanted to find a way to raise money to support our school and teachers without requesting more money see CHES, pg. 22
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Suspect assaulted victim on West Patrick Henry Road.
Suspect assaulted victim on County Complex Road.
Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Interstate 295.
Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Qualfield Road.
Suspect assaulted victim on Wesbeam Drive.
Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Chamberlayne Road.
Suspect damaged victim’s property on Homehills Drive.
Suspect threatened victim on Spring Ivy Lane.
Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Elm Drive/Eagle Drive.
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Suspect assaulted victim on Brandy Hill Trail.
Suspect damaged victim’s property on Elm Drive.
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ville District, who supported the committee formation, said the event allows parents the opportunity to see what is available for their children. “It’s a great resource, and the turnout shows the amount of interest in these programs,� he said. “This is something we’ve been looking forward to for years.� Hank Lowry, Ashland District, also supported Cold Harbor representative Norman Sulser’s insistent efforts to expand Career and Technical options and install the College Academy. “This is a great day for Hanover schools and is the fruition of lots of work by lots of people who believed in this,� Lowry said. “I feel like the system has given a great gift to
Hanover students today. Every student has a future.â€? Dr. Michael Gill, assistant superintendent for Instruction, said opportunities for Hanover students continue to expand and evolve. “It’s exciting to see this kind of interest. We had more than 800 attendees to tonight’s event that allowed parents to see the opportunities available to our students,â€? Gill said. He said the options are changing and expanding at a rapid pace. “It’s changed within the last months,â€? Gill said. “The Advanced College Academy at Patrick Henry [High School] and Lee-Davis [High School] are brand new next year. The Health Sciences Specialty Center has been redesigned at Hanover High and is brand new ‌ We’re always changing and we have to be responsive to
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Hanover County School Board members, from left, Hank Lowry, Norm Sulser and Roger Bourassa, attended last week’s Education Expo at Hanover High School. They were joined by fellow school board members Bob Hundley and Marla Coleman.
changes in the marketplace.� For administrators, the turnout proves there is increasing interest in career, technical and STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) training for mainstream students.
“It’s wonderful to see so much interest in career and technical education because every scholar needs a skill,� said Barb Hancock-Henley, coordinator for Career and Technical Education. “We are so pleasantly surprised that we
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not quite expecting. Atkinson asked if Beazley would be the 2015 Christmas Mother and the face of the Ruritan Club. Beazley was nervous to accept the nomination. Admittedly, she is not the type of person who enjoys being in the spotlight and would much rather work behind the scenes. “I told Jimmy I would prayerfully consider it, and I did,� Beazley said. “It was really heavy on my heart for about two or three days, I guess. And the more I thought about it I realized that it wasn’t about me and my comfort, but it was about the people that are needy that don’t have Christmas without the help of this organization, so it was kind of a no-brainer after that.� Beazley was officially introduced Thursday, Oct, 22, as the 2015 Christmas Mother at an annual tea held at the Frank Flippo home in
had this many people.� One parent said the expo was beneficial to him and his ninth grader. Some of the programs begin in eighth and ninth grade, and the time to begin planning is now. “I am really impressed and thankful that they are offering many different options. For parents, it’s a time to make decisions,� Scott Croxton said. “There are some new options that were not previously available.� “We are excited about tonight,� Dr. Bob Staley, director of Secondary Education, said. “There are lots of opportunities for kids in Hanover schools right now, including the Advanced College Academy, a redesigned Specialty Center and the Hanover Center for Trades and Technology.� International Bacalaureate also is available at all four
Hanover high schools, and parents attended session on that program too. In addition, the expo highlighted traditional courses of study available at all four campuses, as well as the new career path programs in Health Services and Law Enforcement. Culinary students provided treats for all visitors and information booths were set up throughout the school to inform parents and students of available options for next year. Since it is the initial year for many of the expanded or new programs, the application process is extended to run from Nov. 15 to Feb. 1. Gill said students who are accepted will be notified by March 1, 2016. Unlike some
Doswell. A U.S. Postal Service worker for 35 years, retired Beazley is excited to begin participat-
been a part of that,â€? Beazley said. ‌ “That can be a little emotional because it’s not me, I do nothing, I’m just the face for the year.â€? In 2014, the organization behind the Christmas Mother gave out 924 boxes of food for families, had 12,000 cans of food donated by the school children in Hanover County, and purchased another 10,000 cans of food to fill all the boxes. The organization also helped 1,156 children by giving them toys and gift certificates from Peebles. Altogether, the Ruritan Club spent $104,000.83 and was able to help 602 families and 126 seniors. The names of families that need assistance during the holiday season are provided by Social Services. Community members also can write to the Christmas Mother to express a need for help. “We’re just so excited again about this year, we’re so excited to get going and help those in need,â€? Betty Lee Stanley, 2010 Christmas Mother, said.
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Kay Beazley will serve as the 2015 Hanover Christmas Mother. She will help the Doswell Ruritan Club in raisin funds for the needy during the holiday season.
ing in her duties as Christmas Mother. However, Beazley anticipates that the most difficult part of this position will be trying not to cry in front of those accepting donations. “They say the people are so appreciative, and that warms your heart to know that you’ve
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HANOVER — The Voter Registration and Elections Office will have special Saturday hours from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 for in-person absentee voting. Oct. 31 will be the last day to vote inperson absentee.Monday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. is the cut-off for voting an emergency ballot in the Voter Registration and Elections Office. If you qualify to vote by absentee, you can obtain your ballot at the Voter Registration and Elections Office in Room 119 in the Wickham Building at the Hanover County government complex in Hanover Courthouse from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday in addition to 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31. You can register to vote and update your information online at www.vote.virginia.gov The phone number is 804365-6080 and the website is www. hanovercounty.gov/General/ Voting/. The e-mail address is hanovervoting@hanovercounty. gov.
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Every vote truly does count, so don’t try to use the excuse that your involvement in the election process doesn’t matter. We can only be a part of the solution if we take part and go to the polls. This has been a message shared here many times and its importance continues to serve as the need for you to be heard by casting your ballot remains the same. Too often, registered voters (and everyone of age should be in that category) take for granted this right and privilege. We are able to select our governmental leaders through the election process and it’s something we should embrace as Virginians and Americans. Voter Registrar Teresa “Teri” Smithson recently told us about the turnout usually experienced in Hanover County. (See today’s special Voter Guide supplement for more from Smithson.) We are known to be active voters and “Bravo!” to those of you who go to the polls. There are opposed races as well as unopposed in our county on Nov. 3. Regardless, you have a choice. Even if it’s an unopposed race, you can write in your preference. I’ll admit that there have been times, particularly special elections, when there was that moment of “I don’t feel like going to vote today” and then the words of my late father immediately come to mind: “It’s your right; it’s your privilege.” That being said, not going to vote is not an option — because Dad was right. Be heard. Express yourself. Go to the polls. Our county’s future literally depends on us to vote. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday.
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Former sheriff: Mechanicsville District needs Glenn Millican Three decades ago, there were many discussions regarding the perceived rapid growth on the horizon for Hanover County. Developers of apartment complexes promoted high density housing as the solution to affordable housing and the wave of the future. In our community and in the Hanover County Board of Supervisors room, heated conversations commonly referred to economic growth and high density housing in our suburban service areas. This was the beginning of unchecked growth that has brought us to the same conversations and concerns today. Now, 30 years later, housing tracts have pushed out ever deeper into the surrounding areas, traffic has increased and high density housing areas are plentiful. These areas represent some of the highest demands on law enforcement, public safety and a variety of county and community support services. Growing up, when you ran too far too fast, your mother warned, “Slow down,” “Be careful” or “Hold your horses.” She warned us because she knew the dangers of moving too fast. Are we going to listen to the same warnings spoken of years ago about moving too fast? As a community are we going to recognize the dangers? Are we going to promote “smart” growth instead of “rapid” growth? The difference being smart growth ensures the community infrastructure is prepared to handle increases in traffic and public safety needs, as well as maintaining the highest educational standards and community services our citizens have come to expect and deserve. My discussions with some across the current political spectrum lead me to doubt it; however, I am confident when community leaders meet with our elected officials great things can happen. So I am still hopeful we can practice the smart growth that reduces the flow of high density housing and puts in place measures ensuring the needs of our citizens are met before we rush into “brick and mortar” agendas. I understand the lure of living in Hanover County, which is why I feel an obligation to protect it. As a longtime resident, I have raised my children here and even served as the former sheriff for two decades. I understand intimately the need for a safe community and the burden high density housing and rapid growth places on many of our county services that our hard earned money is taxed to support. Now I do not oppose responsible growth; however, I do not agree with high density housing or apartment growth
that will burden our current tax base and not contribute to healthy economic development. Smart commercial development programs designed to support our local businesses and consideration of public safety and community support programs as infrastructure all must take place prior to development of high density and apartment initiatives. I share these thoughts as a professional who has served to provide for the public safety of our Hanover citizens. I have seen first-hand the resource strain on our Hanover deputies, public safety agencies and other government and community resources. I know that the highest concentrated areas of activity for law enforcement are in these high density areas and unchecked expansion will strain these resources even further. I have saved two articles from the Herald Progress published in 1985. To read the articles again it would seem like “déjà vu.” In fact, you could probably publish the articles again today to save some time from writing a new article, and no one would know it was from three decades ago! Are we going to learn from history or continue trudging along as if we are immune to the mistakes of the past and with no concern as to the future we are learning to our children? In one article entitled “Apartment Avalanche” published in June 1985, referring to a Hanover County Board of Supervisors meeting where over 100 citizens packed the room, it said “The residents were clear: they didn’t want the inevitable traffic, they didn’t want additional strain on county services and they didn’t like the proposed method of tax exempt, low interest bond financing.” I recommend that you check with our planning department and you will see that at least eight apartment complexes are on the drawing boards. We clearly should not repeat the mistakes of the past but it looks like we are headed that way at a rapid pace. Recent conversation in support of high density apartsee LETTERS, pg. 8
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ment growth has highlighted the need for affordable housing using the same old arguments from the 1980s. That is relative when you compare real estate trends; however, I was taken back when, as a push to promote this type of growth, teachers, police officers and firefighters were used as illustrations of those who would most benefit. Instead of building apartments, how about giving them a raise?! I am a conservative and have always voted conservatively. Unchecked growth
without consideration of the citizens it impacts the most is a liberal mindset that does not take into account the needs of our community. It’s a mindset that does not take into account the needs of our community. It’s a mindset that our board of supervisors should not embrace. As such, this fall I would encourage those within the Mechanicsville District to vote conservatively by supporting Mr. Glenn Millican, who is a strong conservative, served on the Hanover County School Board and is ready to champion the citizens of Hanover County. The success of smart growth
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On behalf of the Home Cool Families and the Mechanicsville Homeschoolers, I would like to give great praises to the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office. Deputy Barry Bland and Deputy Ji McLaughlin gave several field trips to a group of approximately 200 homeschooling kids, moms, and dads this month. They shared with us their time and their lives, explaining to us all of the many ways our Sheriff ’s Office serves in our Hanover community and beyond. They were very fun, friendly and giving to our children. Thank you, Col. David Hines, sheriff, for having such a wonderful staff. We appreciate all that you and the numerous people in the law-enforcement community do for us. May God bless you all with peace and protection. Shannon Harrell Mechanicsville
Scott Byrnes misstated at least four important issues of fact in his Oct. 7 letter to the editor that praised Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville District, Hanover County Board of Supervisors, for leading the repeal of housing proffers (“Peterson had proffers plan”). These errors require correction. First, Mr. Byrnes stated that the board of supervisors “unanimously accepted the recommendation” of the proffers committee to eliminate proffers. False. The vote by the Board on Nov. 28, 2012, was four in favor of repealing proffers (Peterson, Sean Davis, Wayne Hazzard and Ed Via) and two against (Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley and Angela Kelly-Wiecek); Elton Wade was absent from the meeting. There also was a dissenting “minority report” filed by some members of the Proffers Committee who strongly dis-
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For those who could not attend the Tuesday, Oct. 20, meeting, another Education Expo is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 9, at Patrick Henry High School. A free dinner will be served beginning at 5:30 p.m. and the program starts at 6:30 p.m. Information will be avail-
able on: The Specialty Center with a health sciences focus (new for 2016). The Advance College Academy (new for 2016). The Hanover Center for Trades and Technology. The International Baccalaureate program.
Village Bank, Allen and Allen, Martin’s and New Balance. Giveaways and healthy snacks were provided each week by Laura D’s and Health Link Family Chiropractic. Appearances by Super Banks, Village Bank’s mascot, also was a hit with the kids. Sargent said family and friends that volunteered each week were integral in making the series successful. The Healthy Kids Running Series will continue to run every
spring and fall at Pole Green Park. A series started Sept. 20. Event information can be seen at www.healthykidsrunningseries.org. Registration is $35 for all five races or $10 per race. Registration for all five races includes a race bag, t-shirt and participant’s medal. For more information, including sponsorship opportunities or volunteering, contact Sargent at mark@healthlinkva.com.
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localities, Hanover does not selectively choose students for these programs, and all are open to those who meet minimum standards. “We are not gatekeepers,” Gill said.
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25 percent. Watching the children work so hard every week to complete their distances is amazing. We had many children return from the first series and added a significant amount of first time runners. We believe an active lifestyle should be a family affair.” Event sponsors were: Health Link Family Chiropractic, Laura D’s Hair and Day Spa,
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Dancers win multiple awards in first-ever professional competition By Meredith Rigsby News Editor
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Mechanicsville resident and Randolph-Macon College student Chris Cox, right, celebrated his 18th birthday just the way he wanted: He was a contestant on “The Price Is Right.” His mother Susan, left, accompanied him to Los Angeles.
Cox gets birthday wish with appearance on ‘The Price Is Right’ By Melody Kinser Managing Editor MECHANICSVILLE — For his 18th birthday, Chris Cox wanted to hear three words: “Come on down.” And, thanks to his mother Susan, his wish came true. In July, he was a contestant on “The Price Is Right.” The game show on which he appears will air at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, on WTVR Richmond. “I really wanted to be a contestant,” Cox said. “Once I knew I would be eligible when I was 18 (July 5) — it’s a pretty monumental year — one thing that would be available to me that never was before was to be on ‘The Price Is Right.’ ”
He said there really isn’t an application process. Those wanting to be accepted into the audience get in line where they receive a voucher. After about a two-hour wait, Cox said, “[They} let in as many as possible. Once you’re in the process, it’s kind of mysterious. From there, they just kind of choose the people they want to put up there.” He said it’s “sort of behind the scenes going there. They do interview people in the line to get a feel for your personality or get to know something about each person before they put you up there [on the stage.]” “ I went to LA truly hoping see COX, pg. 24
ara Wallo of Ashland and Bonny McNeely of Mechanicsville, both students at Off and Dancing! dance studio, recently traveled to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with studio owner and dance instructor, Brian Westerlund, to compete in their first-ever professional dance competition – the ninth annual Pennsylvania Ballroom Scrimmage. The two women swept the competition, winning 10 first place awards, 15 second place awards and two third place awards out of the 37 total dances they performed. Wallo, having always been interested in dancing, decided to start taking lessons at Off and Dancing! when the studio opened in 2013. A breast cancer survivor, McNeely got her first taste of ballroom dancing three years ago when she performed at the annual Pink Tie Gala Masquerade Ball. “I got hooked,” she said. About a year after dancing at the gala, McNeely
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began taking classes at Off and Dancing! Since joining the dance studio, both women have enjoyed learning new moves and have gained confidence in their dance abilities, prompting them to decide, about mid-summer, to participate in the Pennsylvania Ballroom Scrimmage competition. Once they decided to compete, Westerlund gave the women a crash course in the specifics of the competition and helped them polish dances they already knew and had been working on. For Wallo, the specifics were the most challenging part of the competition. For McNeely, it was her severe stage fright. “It is an interesting atmosphere. There’s glitter and glamour, men in tuxedoes and ladies in beautiful gowns,” Wallo said. … “As long as Brian was OK, as long as he was calm and collected, I told him I would be OK as well, and it turned out that way!” “It was exciting, but I was nervous, I have severe stage fright,” McNeely said. “Everyone at the competition was very friendly and
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Cara Wallo, left, and Bonny McNeely smile for a photo together before practicing their performances during dress rehearsal.
helpful … it was a wonderful experience to share with Brian and Cara.” Although Wallo and McNeely entered the dance competition in hopes to win, they were not expecting to bring home the amount of awards they did. Wallo even missed her name getting called twice because she had already won
a few times and didn’t expect her and Westerlund’s names to be called again, she said. The women danced at the bronze level and performed dances, including the Rumba, Cha Cha, the East Coast Swing, the Country Two-Step and the Night Club Two-Step, among others.
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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals BARBARA BEVELS Barbara Dixon Bevels, 89, of Summerville, South Carolina, widow of Earl Charles Bevels, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2015, at Life Care of Charleston. A private cryptside service will be held at Dorchester Memory Gardens Mausoleum. Barbara was born on June 4, 1926 in Little Rock, Arkansas, a daughter of the late Edgar Franklin Dixon and Lucy (Dulin) Dixon. She graduated from Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas, where she received her Bachelor’s of Arts. Barbara enjoyed cooking, playing guitar and duplicate bridge. She sang in a group called the “Singing Housewives.” She loved having people in her home and loved displaying hospitality. She was a member of the Mechanicsville Christian Center in Mechanicsville. Surviving are one son and one daughter, Terry Bevels (Eileen) of Alexandria and Charlotte Bevels Carroll (Kevin) of Summerville, South Carolina; five grandchildren, Michael Bevels (Sara), Daniel Bevels, Brenda Carroll, Andrew Carroll and Timothy Carroll; five great- grandchildren, Duncan Carroll, Scarlett Carroll, Garrett Carroll, Parker Carroll and Avery Bevels. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting www.jamesadyal.com. James A. Dyal Funeral Home at 303 S. Main St. in Summersville, SC 29483; 843-873-4040; is in charge of arrangements.
MICHAEL CHENAULT SR. Michael Lee Chenault Sr., our beloved son, brother and father, 57, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 21, 2015. He was preceded in death by his brother, Mark Chenault;
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and grandparents, Ollie and Louise Tate. Mike is survived by his mother, Bettie Chenault; father, Elbert Chenault; sons, Michael Lee Chenault Jr. and Cory Thomas Chenault; and brother, Marlon Ray Chenault. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 25, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Interment followed at Gethsemane Church of Christ Cemetery.
JACKIE CAHOON Jackie “Jack” Lee Cahoon Sr., 70, went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2015. He is survived by his soulmate and wife of 30 years, Diane; son, Jack Cahoon Jr.; daughter, Dawn (Duane) Look; stepdaughters, Wendy (Bryan) Lindsey and Holly (Lee) Hannah; grandchildren, Krystal, Ben, Grace, Zoe, Caroline, Lauren and Emma; brothers, Henry Cahoon, Jay (Michele) Jordan and Robbie (Karen) Jordan. He was preceded in death by his stepson, Chris Clary. After high school, Jack went to serve his country as a Navy Seabee. He began his career with Norfolk Tent, then moved to the Virginia State Fair as Superintendent, followed by Richmond International Raceway as Vice President of Operations, and ended his career with the Hermitage at Cedarfield. He loved meeting people while working his parttime job with RMC Events. He was devoted to his work and he enjoyed helping people. Jack’s greatest love was his wife and his family. He enjoyed parasailing with his grandchildren at the Outer Banks, apple picking during the fall and Christmas in New York City. He was an active member of Cool Spring Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2015, at the Cool
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Spring Baptist Church. The Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, at 9271 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www. woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.
MONTIE DAVIS Montie Alius Davis III, age 71, of Mechanicsville, passed peacefully on October 14, 2015. The family finds solace knowing that Montie now rests eternally with those he cherished so dearly, Margie McMahen Davis (mother); Montie A. Davis Jr. (father); Deane Nandi Davis (daughter); and Patrick A. Barnett (son-in-law). He leaves his wife of 26 years, Patricia M. Davis; daughter, Chelsea Lea Plunkett (David); two brothers, John F. Davis (June) and C. Andrew Davis (Jennifer); stepson, Troy Clark (Tammy); stepdaughter, Kelly Barnett; four grandchildren, Catherine Plunkett, Gary Jaffe, Collin Barnett and Bianca Barnett; one great-grandson, Andrew Jaffe; and a host of relatives and friends. Montie was born on March 4, 1944, in Victoria, Texas. As the son of a U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel, Montie, along with his family, called many different states and Australia home. He graduated from Mississippi College, where he obtained a degree in history, a minor in English, and was a valued member of the football team. Montie then served in the Air National Guard for six years, an experience he considered a great honor. He always took great pride in the soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines who serve this great country, which included several members of his family. Having spent several years in Louisiana and Mississippi, Montie had deep
ties to the region. However, Mechanicsville truly became home to him and he treasured this community. For several years, he served as the resident tennis coach to family and friends on the courts at Burkwood Swim and Racquet Club. He not only gave his time to coach but also frequently gave creative apparel, which he designed, to his friends and family with personalized logos and even glitter writing. Receiving this custom apparel was a hallmark of knowing Montie and something so many remember about him. Montie, also tenderly referred to as Nonno, was an extremely humble, selfless person who made everyone a priority, and he gladly gave everything he had to spread joy. His abundant capacity to care for all living things also was extended to the local wildlife that surrounded his home, except maybe for the squirrels. Montie was an example-centered Christian leader who consistently exemplified the lessons of giving to everyone and treating others as you would like them to treat you. A memorial mass was held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2015, at the Catholic Church of the Redeemer at 8275 Meadowbridge Road in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Church of the Redeemer.
W. GARLAND CLARKE W. Garland Clarke, 93, of Irvington, passed away on October 16, 2015. He was the son of the late William R. Clarke and Virginia Owens Clarke. He is survived by two sons, Alan Clarke and wife, Laurelyn, of Manitoba, Canada, and Joel Clarke and wife, Mary, of Mechanicsville;
a daughter-in-law, Becky Clarke of Mechanicsville; seven grandchildren, Jay, Drew, Josh, Chris, Ben and Jenna Clarke, and Rachel Stanley; and seven greatgrandchildren. Mr. Clarke was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine “Jo” Cornell Clarke; his son, Roger Clarke; and his sister, Doris Adams. He was a graduate of the College of William and Mary and practiced law for over 60 years. Mr. Clarke loved his family and was married to the love of his life, Josephine “Jo” Cornell Clarke, for 65 years. Memorial services were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, October 22, 2015, at Rappahannock WestminsterCanterbury in Irvington. Memorial contributions may be made to the Northern Neck Free Health Clinic, P.O. Box 1694, Kilmarnock, VA 22482 or College of William and Mary, The Office of University Development, P.O. Box 1693, Williamsburg, VA 231878779.
CRYSTAL FIX Crystal Rose Fix, age 33, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2015. She was born in Buffalo, New York. She resided in Montpelier. She is survived by her parents, Charles and Connie Fix; her sister, Tiffany Darr (Andrew); her maternal grandparents, Thomas and Virginia VanDusen; and paternal grandparents, John and Frances Fix. Crystal was a kind and gentle person, who was loved by all who knew her. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 31, 2015, at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, located at 14048 Greenwood Church Road in Ashland. The family will receive friends one hour before the service.
JAMES GRIFFIN James M. Griffin, 69, of Mechanicsville, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2015. He was the son of late James A. Griffin and Elizabeth A. Griffin; and brother of late Dale G. Duling. He is survived by his daughter, Sarah E. Griffin; and son, Lewis A. Griffin. James was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He spent a large part of his career as a travel agent in the family business, Griffin Travel. The family requests that you consider a donation to The American Red Cross.
RAY HARDY JR. Ray D. “Chip” Hardy Jr., 74, of Mechanicsville, beloved husband, father and Poppy, peacefully entered the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, October 22, 2015, with his wife and daughter at his side. He was born on February 5, 1941 in Bedford, to Ray Davis Hardy and Katherine Wills Hardy. Chip is survived by his faithful wife of 48 years, Zelda; his cherished daughter, Jennifer Agee (Randy); his grandchildren, Christopher and Katie Agee; his sisters, Patricia Hardy and Pamela Singer; and many other devoted family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Ann Leigh Hardy; and his grandchildren, Rachel Elizabeth, Matthew Davis and Zachary Grant Agee. Chip worked for VDOT for 44 years and retired as the Assistant State Construction Engineer. He was a voracious reader and in his health enjoyed tennis, golf and the beach. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2015, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral see OBITUARIES, pg. 11
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at 8014 Lee-Davis Road, followed by a brief interment at Signal Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to the Jack & Abby Neonatal Foundation at P.O. Box 2628, Glen Allen, VA 23058.
JOYCE P. HATCH Joyce P. Hatch of Richmond, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2015. She is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Arland Hatch; her sons, Steven Hatch (Eva) and Arland Hatch III; her grandchildren, Michael Hatch and Sabrina Bennett (Dan); and her greatgrandchildren, Jackson Hatch and Savanna Bennett. Joyce was an avid roller skater and ballroom dancer. Joyce and her husband Arland also competed in dance skating, where they won many trophies together. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Monaghan Funeral Home in Mechanicsville is in charge of arrangements.
GARY HOLMES Gary W. Holmes Sr., 70, of Mechanicsville, devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, October 19, 2015, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Meredith and Dorothy Holmes; brother, Garland; sisters, Gloria Whitehead and Barbara Armstrong; and stepson, Bryan Lloyd. He attended Bacone Junior College and worked in the trucking industry most of his life, retiring from Celadon Trucking Co. and then working part time for Dynamex. He was a lifelong sports fan and loved his Virginia Cavaliers and Washington Redskins. He was a dedicated member of New Bridge Baptist Church and participated in UpWard
Basketball. He is survived by his devoted wife of 14 years, Cheryl Mahaffey Holmes; sons, Gary W. Jr. (Kathleen) and Lance; daughters, Lisa Colley (Richard) and Dianne Kurtz (Tim); brothers, Herbert, Larry (Mildred), Michael (Anne) and Gordon (Patsy); sisters, Teresa Farrison, Miriam Old Coyote, Margaret Jones (Norman) and Andrea Harris (Robert); grandchildren, Ricky, Kelsey, Hannah Colley, Victoria Kurtz, Zachary, Jaeden, Lance Jr. and Kyson Holmes; great-granddaughter, Olivia Colley; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the medical staff at MCV, and especially Dr. Mark Malkin and Dana Blake for their care, patience and understanding during this difficult journey. They also wish to thank all the caregivers and especially Annie Webb for her devotion to Gary and Cheryl and the Cullather Brain Tumor Quality of Life Center, where donations may be made at 5875 Bremo Rd., Medical Building South, Suite 108, Richmond, VA 23226. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 22, 2015, at New Bridge Baptist Church at 5701 Elko Road in Sandston. Interment followed in Washington Memorial Park. Nelsen Funeral Home at 4650 South Laburnum Avenue in Richmond was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www. nelsenrichmond.com.
CAROL KELLOGG Carol Lee Cayton Kellogg, 73, of Mechanicsville, passed away on October 19, 2015. She was the daughter of the late Orvel and Mary Kellogg. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Ann Cayton; two brothers, Earl and Wayne Kellogg; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, October 22, 2015, at the Landmark Christian
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HELEN B. McKINNEY Helen B. McKinney, age 94, of Mechanicsville, passed away Monday, October 19, 2015. She was preceded in death by her son, Dale McKinney; and her husband, James McKinney; and is survived by her two sons and their wives, James McKinney (Barbara) and Ronnie McKinney (Martha); two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. After working with several State Agencies, she retired from the Department of Taxation. Mrs. McKinney was a longtime member of Bishop Memorial United Methodist Church. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 22, 2015, in Oakwood Cemetery.
The Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road was in charge of arrangements.
EVELYN MOORE Evelyn Tucker Moore, 92, of Mechanicsville, the longest active member of Fairfield Presbyterian Church, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2015. She was preceded in death by her son, Charles Andrew “Chuck” Moore Jr.; and is survived by her husband of 72 years, Charles Andrew Moore Sr.; daughter, Bonnie Moore Kocsis Creekmore; daughter-in-law, Lois L. Moore; grandchildren, Sheri (Patrick), Wodwaski, Stacy (Simon) Mueller, Susan Kocsis and Kimberlie (Mac) Loving; great-grandchildren, Ashley Moore, Katelyn Kocsis, Victoria Ornelas, Sean Wodwaski, Melayna Loving and Everleigh Mueller; stepgrandchildren, Tammy (David) Snelson, Tresa
(Robbie) Mayhew and Steven (Shelly) Kern; stepgreat-grandchildren, Amanda and Jack Kern, Hunter Snelson and Alex and Noah Mayhew. Funeral services were held at 11 p.m. at Fairfield PAresbyterian Church at 6930 Cold Harbor Road. Interment followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park. The Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road was in charge of arrangements.
NANCY PEAY Nancy Garland Goldsby Peay, of Henrico, went home to Jesus on Monday, October 19, 2015, after a brief illness. Nancy was born in Richmond in 1937 to Ramon and Katharine Goldsby. She was a graduate of John Marshall High School, Class of 1955, and had a long and rewarding career as a school secresee OBITUARIES, pg. 14
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James Edward “Ed” Smyth, 60, passed away October 5, 2015. Ed was born May 6, 1955, in Charleston, West Virginia, the son of James and Donna Smyth. Ed began his career at Charleston Newspapers, following in his late father’s footsteps. His newspaper career led him to Asheville, North Carolina and later brought him to Mechanicsville to work for the Richmond TimesDispatch. In his spare time, Ed enjoyed antique cars, football, World War II history and collecting coins. In 2008, he made his dream become reality and opened Mechanicsville Coins. He was a supporter of Boys Scouts of America and veterans charities. He will be remembered for his compassionate nature, integrity and brilliant sense of humor. Ed is survived by his daughter, Amber Smyth; mother, Donna Dawson Smyth of Charleston, West Virginia; sisters; Shirley Smyth of Charleston and Sandra Whittington of Pickerington, Ohio. Ed was preceded in death and joins his father in Heaven, James E. Smyth; as well as his grandparents, Field and Ethel Smyth, who also were of Charleston. A private
memorial service will be held. Condolences may be submitted to www.richmond.com.
EDGAR VAUGHAN Edgar Thomas Vaughan, 85, of Mechanicsville, went home to be with the Lord on October 22, 2015. He is survived by his sons, Charles T. Vaughan (Lynda) currently living in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and Raymond E. Vaughan residing at the Virginia Home in Richmond; grandsons, Joshua David Vaughan (Hannah) residing in Lancaster, California, Clayton Daniel Vaughan residing in Houston, Texas, and Hunter Matthew Vaughan currently living in Big Sandy, Texas, and granddaughter, Lindsay Grace Vaughan, also living in Calgary. His wife, Anne S. Vaughan, preceded him in death in June 2012. His oldest son, Claude E. Vaughan, preceded him in death in 2011. Edgar served in the Virginia National Guard and retired from the U.S. Army Reserve with the rank of Major. He also worked many years with the Coca-Cola Bottling Company, retiring in the early 1990s. He served as a faithful member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church, until his physical capabilities no longer allowed. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, October 26, 2015, Walnut Grove Baptist Church 7046 Cold Harbor Road in Mechanicsville. Interment followed at 3 p.m. in the Virginia Veterans Cemetery at Amelia at 10300 Pridesville Road in Amelia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Virginia Home in Richmond.
GEORGE VESELY George H. Vesely Sr., of Glen Allen, 84, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2015, after a fall. He was preceded in death by first wife, Betty Atkins Vesely; sons, Glenn D. and George H. Jr.; daughter, Jeri Vesely Racer; stepson, Paul
Lee Ward; grandsons, David and Michael Vesely, George is survived by his wife, Frances Walton Thomas-Vesely; stepdaughter, Jackie Ward Ballos; daughter-in-law, Judy Vesely (Glenn); granddaughter, Lisa Vesely; stepgranddaughter, April Ballos Wells and husband, Chris, of Mechanicsville; three great-granddaughters, Morgan EllaLee, Addison and Harper Wells; brother, Jerry Vesely and wife, Frances M.; a special niece, Caroline Vesely of Glen Allen; and very special cousins. The family received friends from 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, October 25, 2015, at Bliley’sStaples Mill at 8510 Staples Mills Road in Richmond. There will be no memorial service. George’s wish was to be cremated. No flowers please. If you would like, please make a donation to First Free Will Baptist Church, 8985 Hungary Road, Richmond, VA 23294; or Hunton Baptist Church, 11660 Greenwood Road, Glen Allen, VA 23059.
ELIZABETH WALKER Elizabeth Susan Walker, 62, of Dinwiddie, formerly of Amelia, passed from this life on October 24, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marshall and Mellise Vaughan; and brother, George Vaughan. She is survived by her children, Gregory (Mary) Allan Vaughan of Mechanicsville, Jacob Emory Walker and Brian (Wanda) Scott Walker, both of Surry and Diane (Kenny) Droddy of Dinwiddie; brothers, Marshall (Billie) Vaughan of Richmond and David (Pauline) Vaughan of Amelia. She also is survived by five grandchildren. Memorial service was held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2015, at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home at 16409 Court Street in Amelia. Interment will be private. Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. see OBITUARIES, pg. 15
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KATHY WORLEY Kathy Lynne Worley, 56, of Richmond, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2015. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on September 12, 1959, to Donald and Eleanor Worley of Canton, North Carolina. Kathy was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Joseph and Elizabeth McCall; and paternal grandparents, George and Thelma Worley. Kathy is survived by her loving partner, Bruce Mason; siblings, Debra Rose of Germantown,
Tennessee, Brian Worley of Silver Springs, Maryland, and Steve Worley of Arden, North Carolina; nieces, Kristin Rose, Jenna Gunter and Katarina Worley; nephews, Maddox Worley, Nolan Worley and Seaver Worley. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 1, 2015, at the Shady Grove United Methodist Church in Mechanicsville, followed by a reception at 3:30 p.m. at the Italian Kitchen, also in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to LessCancer. org at http://www.lesscancer. org/.
Annual Buddy Poppy campaign helps needy vets Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE — Members of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9808 and its Ladies Auxiliary will be distributing Buddy Poppies at places of business in Mechanicsville from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. “VFW by-laws require that the proceeds from our distribution of Buddy Poppies must be used to benefit disabled and see POPPY, pg. 24
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Council defers CUP for garage to Nov. 3 meeting Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND — Two Conditional Use Permit applications, CUP15-0813 and CUP15-0617, were presented during the public hearing portion of the Ashland Town Council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20. CUP15-0813, filed by Keith and
Jo Ann Hunter, requested that the existing garage on their property at 706 Duncan St. be turned into an apartment. A CUP is required to operate an accessory apartment on the land area because the area is zoned R-1, Residential Restricted. The property is currently used as a single-family home and the
future land use classification will be Residential Low Density and Open Space. On Sept. 9, the Ashland Planning Commission held a public hearing about CUP15-0813 and voted to recommend approval with three conditions added by staff. The conditions limit the accessory apartment location to the exist-
ing garage space, caps the number of tenants allowed to two persons, and requests that the applicant participate, as necessary, in the recordation of the CUP in Hanover County Circuit Court. Town council agreed with the planning commission’s recommendation and unanimously approved CUP15-0813.
The second CUP presented at the council meeting, CUP15-0617, was filed by Grant League and requested permission to operate a car and tire repair shop at 10281 E. Patrick Henry Rd. The property is zoned B-2, Highway Commercial and would require a CUP to allow for the operasee CUP, pg. 26
Parks and Rec holds public input meeting about pool Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Members of the Ashland Parks and Recreation Committee listened last Wednesday as town residents provided suggestions and recommendations concerning plans for the renovation of the community’s Carter Park Pool during a public input
meeting. Over the past several months, Ashland Parks and Recreation has conducted 287 surveys about potential plans for the Carter Park Pool, which included 175 season pass holders and 112 non pass holders. The committee hopes that by combining public input with the information gathered from surveys it has conducted
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Members of the Ashland Parks and Recreation Department invited residents to offer their opinions on renovating the town’s Carter Park Pool in a meeting held last Wednesday.
like to see concessions sold at the pool – 45 percent of respondents said they would buy concessions most of the time. Kevin Trent, a prior Ashland
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Staff Report news@mechlocal.com MONTPELIER — The Montpelier Center for Arts and Education has two events scheduled next month and invites the public to attend. On Friday, Nov. 13, the West Hanover Pickers will perform at Heritage Music Bluegrass Night from 6:45 to 9 p.m. The free concert and will be held at the Center at 17205 Mountain Rd. in Montpelier. Bingo is scheduled to start
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Maria Harman, owner and coach, and Mike Harman, owner and head coach, cut the ribbon for the grand opening of TrainTown CrossFit at 625 N. Washington Hwy. in Ashland. In two years, the Harmans have gone from a 3,000-square-foot facility to the new location, which offers 12,000 square feet. For more information, email info@TrainTownCrossFit.com or call 804-512-5713 or 804-314-8231.
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in, but he lists this as his second priority. “Convenience is great, but safety is by far the most imporsee POOL, pg. 28
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resident and swim coach for the Ashland Barracudas, spoke at the meeting, saying, as a swim coach, he would love to have access to an eight-lane pool for his athletes to practice
MONTPELIER – The South Anna Elementary School PTA continues its fundraising efforts in order to install a SMARTBoard in every classroom. Principal Alicia Todd said, “Students are excited about fundraiser rewards.” The summer readers recently were rewarded. “We hope everyone will participate in our new reading program throughout this year as we dive into a different genre each month,”
Todd added. Todd also reminded parents/guardians that SAES takes part in Hanover County’s Partners in Education program, which provides opportunities to match the needs, interests and resources of the school and community. She said the program enhances the educational experience of all students and establishes a good working relationship between the school and the workplace. “If you own or work for see FUNDS, pg. 33
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ing budgeted expenditures for school debt service to accelerate payment of principal on money already borrowed to pay for school infrastructure. Fourth, Mr. Byrnes stated that the “Peterson plan will raise almost eight times more revenue per year than the proffers taxes raised.” False. Even if the Peterson plan did “raise” revenue (it doesn’t), Mr. Byrnes’s assertion of “eight times” more revenue is deceptive. The average annual revenue from cash proffers since they were instituted in Hanover County was about $1.17 million, as Mr. Byrnes correctly stated in his letter. However, as the board discussed at length on Nov. 28, this average was not a useful number. Cash proffers were initially set at low values in Hanover County and there was not as much housing inventory on which they were applied.
Therefore, the total value of case proffers early on was not much. The less misleading figure would be the average annual proffers revenue coming in the future, which was estimated to be about $10 million – not $1.7 million. Using the past performance of $1.7 million to dismiss the future value of a mature proffers system is the same logic as a basketball coach dismissing the value of LeBron James because his average annual height was only about four feet over the first 17 years of his life. Thus, even if Mr. Peterson’s plan “raises” $9 million annually, that is not eight times the $10 million in annual cash proffers it is displacing – Mr. Peterson’s plan falls about 10 percent behind. Of course, it actually falls 100 percent behind because it raises no revenue at all. People of every political persuasion are sick and tired of being deceived and treated like simpletons by our elected representatives and their shills. Luckily, voters in the
Mechanicsville District have a choice on Nov. 3 – they can vote for Glenn Millican for supervisor. Mr. Millican understands why the “Peterson plan” is the gift that will keep on stealing from the taxpayers and giving to the developers. Voters in the Ashland District have the chance to elect Faye O. Prichard to that supervisor seat – she also understands the importance of the proffers issue. Both Millican and Prichard have strong records of public service in Hanover based on respect for the average citizen, concern for fair and sound process, and understanding of the great responsibility entrusted to public officials. Hanover County voters can put our local government on a trustworthy, competent course by electing Glenn Millican and Faye Prichard on Nov. 3. Jim Ellis Mechanicsville
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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings 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.
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 in White Cane Days throughout the collection of funds designated to aid individuals with sight and hearing challenges within the community. One hundred percent of your donation goes to provide that support. The MOMS Club of Mechanicsville, Cool Spring Chapter (serving MOMS who reside in the Cool Spring Elementary School district), is hosting a Halloween party/Open House from 3 to 5 p.m. The event is for current and prospective members of MOMS Club, Cool Spring Chapter. The event will feature games and a craft for the children and light refreshments. Children are encouraged to wear a costume (no weapons). If you are interested in attending, RSVP to Chelsea and Amanda at coolspringmoms@gmail.com. If you’d like more information about the chapter of MOMS Club, visit www.coolspringmoms. weebly.com. MOMS Club is an international nonprofit orga-
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nization that has no religious affiliation and is designed to support moms regardless of race, age or religion. For more information about MOMS Club International (or to find a chapter that meets in your area), visit the website at www. momsclub.org.
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. Frog Level Fire Department will host a Fall Festival and Parade from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those wishing to become a vendor are urged to contact crozell@verizon.net or 804338-8697.
Wednesday, Nov. 4 Modern folk duo Friction Farm will perform a blend of country, folk and pop music at Hanover Tavern beginning at 7 p.m. Friction Farm combines storytelling, social commentary and humor to create songs of everyday life, local heroes and quirky observations. The event is free to the public. Wednesday night also is also $5 burger night. For more information, visit www. hanovertavern.org.
Friday, Nov. 6 Richmond National Battlefield Park Ranger Bert Dunkerly and Hanover Tavern Foundation executive director
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David Deal will lead a guided bus tour of Appomattox. Having served as a ranger at Appomattox and recently published a book on the surrender, 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 804537-5050, ext. 24.
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. The bazaar will feature a variety of vendors. 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 photos will go to Toys for Tots. For more information, or to reserve a booth, email LDCraftShow@ yahoo.com or hollydean7300@ comcast.net. “Saturday Mornings at Trinity,” a community program on basic couponing, will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. at Trinity Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at 8469 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. Coffee will be served at 8:30 a.m. For more information,
call 804-334-6590.
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 week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Local.
Monday, Nov. 9 Relay For Life of Mechanicsville is hosting a Happy Hour and Spirit Night from 5 to 8 p.m. at Sports Page Bar & Grille at 8319 Bell Creek Rd. There will be lots of random giveaways, plus a fun, funky photo booth and a special purple relay drink. Sports Page will be donating 20 percent of the proceeds to the Mechanicsville Relay.
hold a Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., respectively, at the Mechanicsville Branch. There will be a treasure trove of books, CDs and DVDs in good condition and all priced at $1 or less. All proceeds from the sale go to support the mission of the library and library programs that enrich the community.
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The Atlee High School Bands will be cooking Brunswick stew, which will sold for $8 per quart and can be frozen. To place an order, call Christine Pope at 804-5725650. Stew will be ready for pick-up on Nov. 13.
Atlee High School Band Boosters will present an Italian dinner and Jazz Band performances at 6:30 p.m. in the Atlee High School Commons. The menu includes pasta, bread, salad and iced tea. Atlee’s two jazz bands will perform while you dine. The cost is $8 per person or $25 per family. To purchase tickets, contact any band member or Christine Pope at 804-572-5650. “Attracting Birds With Water” will be presented at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Ashland for the Clay Spring Garden. Bob Schamerhorn will present the multimedia program. He is a member of the Richmond Audubon Society and an award-winning photographer. He shows over 60 species of birds filmed drinking, bathing and splashing. Refreshments will be served. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP to Ricki Carson, publicity chairman, at 804-798-1782, so the hostesses will have plenty of cookies. The event is open to anyone that is interested.
Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 14 Friends of the Mechanicsville Library will
Saturday, Nov. 14 The Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Department Station 3 will hold its annual Brunswick Stew sale from noon to 4 p.m. at 4428 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. The cost ois $7 per quart and can be purchased at the fire station. For more information, call 804-365-4903. The Mechanicsville United Methodist Church at 7356 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville is holding its annual Brunswick Stew and Bake sale, starting at 8 a.m. The cost of the stew cost is $8 a quart with pre-sales accepted via cash or check (payable to “MUMM”). For more information, call the church office at 804-746-5118. The Hanover Democratic Committee will host a pancake breakfast at 9 a.m. at the Ashcreek Clubhouse at 10854 Linderwood Drive in Mechanicsville. Sen. Donald McEachin and local
Democratic candidates will speak. The purpose of the event is to thank volunteers. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, fried apples, coffee and orange juice. The event is free and all are welcome.
Sunday, Nov. 15 Tractor Supply will be taking holiday photos of pets with the Nutcracker, Snow Queen and the Sugar Plum Fairy from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 7047 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. The cost is $5 per photo. Proceeds will benefit The Concert Ballet of Virginia. Vocalists, instrumentalists and choirs will be taking place in an afternoon of music that starts at 1:30 p.m. at Old St. John’s Church at 103 St. John’s Church Lane on U.S. 30 in King William. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. To purchase tickets in advance, call The CornerStone at 804-769 2996 or email theccdc@gmail.com. Tickets also maybe be purchased at http://cornerstoneaylett.org/11.html or at the door on that day. Proceeds of this event will benefit programs of The CornerStone Community Development Center.
Saturday, Nov. 21 Oak Knoll Middle School will hold its 4th annual OKMS 5K. The race registration form is on the school website. The morning starts will a kids’s= run around the parking lot, next is the 5K through the adjacent neighborhood and then an awards ceremony of medals, prizes, pizza and popcorn.
Peterson supported As Election Day gets closer, I wanted to offer my wholehearted support for Canova Peterson, the Republican candidate for supervisor in the Mechanicsville District. He has successfully dedicated the last four years identifying and improving efficiencies and reducing costs allowing money to be spent on some other very important areas (Fire-EMS/ law enforcement and schools) without raising or adding taxes. Mr. Peterson is a true leader and we need his continued leadership and guidance to ensure Hanover County continues to be that great place we all love to live and work in. Honesty and Integrity is what
Schools better with Peterson The old adage that seeing is believing is more important than ever in a world of virtual reality and distorted social media. Particularly in politics, it is so easy for a candidate to say they hear the people of their district, they know there are issues, or to read reports filled with endless statistics. But unless someone makes a concerted effort to remove
election, that the Hanover County School Board and administration identify these long-neglected deficiencies and develop a plan for correcting them. As an outgrowth of this request, they discovered that under others’ watch, maintenance of these schools had lagged for years. In addition to substandard conditions within the school buildings, it also was found that areas of technology and textbooks were woefully behind other county schools of their size. These schools were simply neglected in the past on so many levels. Canova led the way to not only fund these areas of need going forward, but also made sure that the lagging maintenance was completed, giving our children safer, mold-free and more up-to-date learning tools. I want someone on my see OBITUARIES, pg. 20
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themselves from their comfortable chair and leave their office space to see something firsthand, then hearing, knowing or reading about an issue is pretty much pointless. A case in point was the deplorable physical conditions of Hanover County’s older legacy schools. Many in charge said they knew of the problems, were looking into the concerns, but only one person really bothered to actually go and see the conditions inperson, and that person was the Hanover County Board of Supervisors former chair and current member Canova Peterson. Canova partnered with other newly elected supervisors who shared the same concerns and had the same handson, let’s-tackle-this approach to the problem. So they requested through the Joint Education Subcommittee, which was formed shortly after Canova’s
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board of supervisors whose passion trumps political correctness, whose drive compels them to get out of their comfort zone and get in the everyday trenches with the citizens of this county. I want someone on my board of supervisors who does what they say they will do, maybe more but no less than that. I want someone on my board of supervisors who trumps political convention and is transparent about every aspect of their office. This is why I urge you to vote Nov. 3 and re-elect Canova Peterson to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. Elizabeth Saunders Mechanicsville
Assistance leads to endorsement My name is Heather Bronson and I live on 7258
Mayetta Drive in Meadow Gate. I am writing to you today about Glenn Millican. Glenn served as a member of the Hanover County School Board for 24 years. During his 23rd year of service, I was in need of some help from our Mechanicsville District representative related to an issue with one of my kids. I searched the Internet for our representative’s name and called the number listed on the Hanover Schools website. It was 8:30 p.m. on a week night and Glenn answered the phone. I quickly realized that the number listed on the website was his home number. I apologized for calling his home, introduced myself, and mentioned that I needed some help from the school board. I said I would be brief in sharing my concerns since it was so late in the evening. Glenn kindly replied “Take all of the time you need. Start from the beginning and tell me what is wrong and how I can help.” My first thought was wow
this is a real person and he is willing to hear me out from the beginning at 8:30 p.m. From that evening on, Glenn took our concerns all the way through the process and up the chain with the school board. When we went to a school board meeting to speak about our problems, he came out to the hall and talked to my elementary school age son and thanked him for sharing his concerns. I was touched by his interaction with my child as well as by his support. I really felt that I had an ally in Glenn and I was so thankful for having a genuine person helping me with the challenges I was facing. As I was leaving Meadow Gate a few weeks ago, I saw a sign with Glenn’s picture on Bell Creek Road. He is running for The Mechanicsville District seat on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. I am sharing the experience I had with Glenn with you to make sure that you know that
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Why proffers are important I am writing in response to a Hanover County Board of Supervisors seated member’s response (I believe it was Canova Peterson) to his stance against proffers published several weeks ago. This gentleman’s argument was that the $20,000 cost to the developers would be passed on to the consumer, and, therefore, their personal property taxes would be higher. Wow, that’s great rhetoric! When I want to feel depressed, I pick up The Mechanicsville Local and look
at, what constitutes a city rowhouse in “Rutland” that is selling, price reduced, for $75,000 more than my all-brick 2,800square-foot, custom-built home on 2.5 private acres is computed at. Do you know why? For the simple reason that I live in the Lee-Davis district and do not have cable TV! Here is why proffers are so important. Does anybody like paying taxes; uh, no! However, proffers must be applied to ensure that our county’s infrastructure keeps up with growth. Eastern Hanover is the “redheaded stepchild” of Hanover County. I was in high school when Atlee High School was built. At that time, students as far southeast as Studley Road and U.S. 360, five miles from Lee-Davis High School, were being bused to Atlee. Hello! That was an indicator 25 years ago that there was a need for another secondary school in Eastern Hanover. And so, Hanover High School
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Resident urges re-election of 3 The citizens of Hanover County are very fortunate to be represented locally by Chickahominy District Supervisor Angela KellyWiecek and within the General Assembly by Del. Christopher K. Peace and Sen. Ryan T. McDougle. All three focus on strategic economic development that provides meaningful employ-
Endorsement for Prichard I am a life-long resident of Ashland and Hanover County and the many people who have known me through the years also know that I am a diehard Republican. But when it comes to our next choice of supervisor in the Ashland District, there is no substitute for experience. Faye O. Prichard has served the Town of Ashland well in
the last 14 years as a responsible and fiscally conservative town council member who listens to her constituents and looks at issues from all angles. Her opponent, Web Stokes, has only lived in the county for a few years, has never been in public office or served on any committee, and does not possess the kind of knowledge and understanding of Hanover that is required. The Hanover County Board of Supervisors position cannot be on-the-job training. I urge my fellow Republicans in the Ashland District to put the best interests of the county first by voting for Ms. Prichard on Nov. 3. Shaun Franck Ashland,
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ing Glenn Millican. Again, I know Canova and he works hard to be objective, doesn’t take much for granted, and in the end he does what is right for the county. I encourage all to vote for Canova on Nov. 3. Tommy Blake Mechanicsville
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The GMC Yukon crossed the center line and struck the rear wheel of the Utility trailer. The Peterbilt Tractor and trailer jack-knifed and collided
As someone who is all too familiar with the particulars and history of Hanover County politics, I am deeply saddened by our current state. There seems to be a lack of transparency, lack of ethics and disregard for the voice and opinions of the residents.
Sometimes people need to forget about party lines for the greater cause of the county and progress. We greatly need someone like Glenn Millican to bring that sense of pride back to our county. Glenn Millican is running for the Hanover County Board of Supervisors seat in the Mechanicsville District and he, more than anyone, deserves our support.
Glenn has already worked tirelessly and given of himself to the people of Hanover through his 24 years on the Hanover County School Board. Supporting Glenn is easy as he values what all residents continuously request and need, but no one seems to listen. Glenn has a 24-year record to prove he actually listens, acts, makes himself fully accessible, is completely ethical, and
has no hidden agenda. To put it bluntly, Glenn values the citizens of Hanover County. Glenn will advocate for all HCBOS meetings to be public. He will bring transparency back to the board. He will strive to put all county financial information online and accessible to us, the taxpaying citizens. It’s our money. Don’t we have a right to know how
it’s being spent? Glenn has always been and will continue to be a staunch supporter of our Sheriff ’s Office and Fire-EMS. He will work to ensure they are all back up to full staff. Our safety is a priority! Glenn will ensure the appropriate funds are budgeted for the schools badly needing repair. Our children and
head-on with a 2015 Mazda fourdoor sedan that also was traveling east on Mountain Road. Fix, who was driving the 2015 Mazda sedan, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. The driver and only occupant of the Peterbilt Tractor was
transported to VCU Medical Center via Med Flight. The driver and passenger of the GMC Yukon were transported to VCU Medical Center by ambulance with non-lifethreatening injuries. Investigators continue to
collect and evaluate evidence in an effort to determine all factors leading up to the crash that occurred around 8:09 a.m. Godfrey said, “We send our sincerest condolences to the friends and family of Crystal Fix.”
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teachers deserve better! Glenn knows that we are a community of small business owners. He will work towards developing a small business accelerator so our neighborhood establishments can not only grow but compete with surrounding counties! Glenn also is concerned, as we all are, with growth and traffic in our small town. He believes in quality over quantity when it comes to development.
With his years in county service, coupled with his long career as a certified public accountant (CPA), Glenn is the perfect candidate to establish a responsible comprehensive financial plan for Hanover. I ask you to please join me in supporting my friend, Glenn Millican, and vote for him as the Mechanicsville District representative to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 3. Let’s make Hanover a great and proud place to live again! Angela Ward Mechanicsville
Peterson kept promise Almost four years ago, voters elected Canova Peterson as the Mechanicsville District representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. He promised during his campaign that he would turn government stumbling blocks into stepping stones. I believe Canova has honored this promise; and, if you agree, I ask that you take a few minutes on Tuesday, Nov. 3, and vote for his re-election.
When he took office on Jan. 1, 2012, the Great Recession was dragging down the economy. Tax revenues and state funding were declining. Some people advocated for tax increases to cover this shortfall. However, during Canova’s first town hall meeting, one citizen asked how people could talk about raising taxes when people were losing their jobs and some their homes. Fortunately, Canova and his fellow board members unanimously rejected raising taxes. They showed dogged
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determination to find ways to reduce costs without decreasing services and without raising taxes. They found government departments that had duplicated functions — for example, payroll processing and grounds maintenance — and they consolidated those department functions as a cost saving measure. In the fall of 2012, Canova proposed that the county government reserve $9 million per year for the next 20 years ($180 million total). The money going into this reserve came from an old bond issue that was nearly paid off. Think of this reserve as a sav-
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I could be able to go up there on the stage on ‘The Price Is Right.’ I really had a pretty narrow focus; that was the reason
ings account for future anticipated expenses. That simple conservative fiscal approach has already benefitted the citizens of Hanover County. Here are some examples: Hanover County has earned a triple-A bond rating so it pays the lowest interest costs on any borrowed money. The county was required by the state to build a new court house complex to alleviate overcrowded conditions in the current court buildings. There was not enough revenue to do this in 2009. By 2014, the county’s financial position allowed this project to go forward to meet the state mandate. The board of supervisors could add new law enforcement, Fire/EMS and
school personnel. When Canova’s trained eye as an architect with over 40 years of experience noted the physical deterioration of our older school facilities, particularly Lee-Davis, Stonewall, Mechanicsville and Washington and Henry, due to years of maintenance neglect, the board of supervisors had sufficient resources to budget millions to rectify the long-term neglect of those schools. Now the next four years will bring a new set of challenges. Unfunded federal and state environmental mandates will be the biggest financial cost the county will face. However, because of the conservative fiscal discipline applied to county governance, Hanover County is in a strong
financial position to meet these challenges. Rhu Harris, county administrator, recently said that Hanover County is in the strongest financial condition in history. Other political leaders have noted Canova’s leadership. He has received endorsements from U.S. Rep. David Brat, State Sen. Ryan McDougle, Del. Chris Peace and long serving retired Del. Frank Hargrove Sr. I believe Canova has, by action and not just by word, given Hanover County his best effort. I hope you will support Canova with your vote on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3. Kevin Smyth Mechanicsville
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I was going there — to get on the stage.” As is common when someone appears on a game show, Cox couldn’t discuss how he performed on the stage. That will be revealed Tuesday.
“I wasn’t called up in the first batch of people. I didn’t really think I was going up there,” he added. Cox did say it’s a totally different scenario when you’re actually there than watching
the show on television. “It’s really hard to hear anything there in the audience. They put this big card up with your name on it to know to go up there. It took me off guard.”
Cox said there isn’t much interaction with host Drew Carey. “It’s so noisy when you’re actually in there — everything is extremely loud. You can barely hear your own voice.” He said the studio and small “and everyone is yelling and shouting. Drew was very hospital, seems very friendly.” “They have a lot of people working behind the scenes ,pointing to where you need to go, putting a mic on you. It’s quite an operation; you don’t realize how many cameras and pivots and backstage people there are up there running around [when watching it on TV].” He didn’t get to make the trip to California until later in July. “I wish I could have been there early like my birthday, which is on July 5. Yeah, that’s pretty much what I wanted for
my birthday.” In addition to the experience with “The Price Is Right,” Cox and his mother “saw some live theater shows at the Geffen Playhouse and also saw ‘Phantom of the Opera’ at another theater.” He said they explored Los Angeles, “checked out the beach and such.” Cox and his mom spent four days in Los Angeles. Cox is a full-time student at Randolph-Macon College. The freshman is majoring in chemistry. “It’s kind of cool,” he said of seeing his birthday wish come true. “I know a lot of people believed in me, and I have so many who support me like my mom taking me down there.” He also acknowledged the support of his girlfriend, Rebecca Hal. “She believed in me.”
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Mrs. Lawler has ties to all three counties she would represent. She was born, Erica Butler in King William near Mangohick in a house built by her grandfather, a well respected local builder. She moved to New Kent County and attended primary and elementary schools. It was there she met her future husband, Shane Lawler, in fourth grade. They kept in touch and after his third tour in Iraq serving as a Marine, they were wed. Mrs. Lawler moved to Hanover County and attended middle and high schools. She graduated third in her class at Lee-Davis High School and was a Hanover Scholar. From there she went on to Virginia Tech see LETTERS, pg. 30
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Contested candidates for supervisor meet in forum Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE — When Hanover County voters travel to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 3, only two of the seven positions on the county’s board of supervisors will be contested. Candidates for the Ashland and Mechanicsville positions met in a candidate’s forum last Wednesday at the Richmond Times-Dispatch plant on Times-Dispatch Boulevard in Mechanicsville. Sponsored by the Hanover Business Council and the Hanover Chamber of Commerce, the event allowed voters an opportunity to gauge the candidates on positions regarding business and the economy.
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tion of an automobile, truck or motorcycle service station. Currently a vacant gas station, the future land use classification for the property would be Interstate Commercial. The Ashland Planning Commission, also at its Sept. 9 meeting, voted to recommend approval of CUP15-0617 with the addition of eight conditions. Conditions placed on CUP15-0617: Inoperable motor vehicles are only allowed on the property if they are being serviced on the site within a 30day period. Display or items determined as outdoor display shall be located on a paved surface and not within the 20-foot front landscape setback from East Patrick Henry Highway/ Route 54 and Mount Hermon Road and display materials shall not be stacked higher than 6 feet.
If a wash station is constructed to wash, service and clean vehicles or equipment, the wash station shall be connected to a sanitary sewer system and not into the storm sewer system. In accordance with Town Code section 16-10, the entrance from Mount Hermon Road needs to be repaired and maintained by the property owner. Street trees shall be placed at one per 50 feet of street frontage and maintained at all times and the existing landscape islands in 20 feet front landscape buffer shall be improved and maintained at all times to town standards. The property owner, business proprietor, as well as the business, and any employees, agents, in dependent contractors and the like of the business shall be in compliance with all federal, state and local laws at all times. A record system, either paper or electronic, shall be made available for review by
the Town of Ashland at any time for make, model and serial number for all parts purchased or sold as well as for repair work performed. The applicant shall participate as necessary in the recordation of this CUP in Hanover County Circuit Court. During discussion of the CUP request, council member Steve Trivett made a comment about the currently broken curb at the property location entrance off Mount Hermon Road saying, “The issue with the broken curb is something that [I believe] an operation there will improve. Since no one is using the site, truckers are using this as a turnaround spot and taking advantage of that wide area and the fact that no one is there.” Referring to the property location as “a gateway to the town,” council member Faye O. Prichard expressed concern about the upkeep and landscaping of the property and asked Nora Amos, director of Planning and Community Development, if she is confident that the correct conditions are in place to ensure that the business and property provide the right impression of the Town of Ashland to those entering the town. Town Attorney Andrea
Erard responded, saying, “We have drafted these conditions as carefully as we can, but, quite honestly, even if they’re drafted as tightly as you can draft them in order to enforce them, your choices are to go to court or to initiate a public hearing to revoke the Conditional Use Permit.” “I believe the conditions that we recommended are ones that we would recommend for any similar use and are probably as far as we could go in the scope and realm of what you can look at with a Conditional Use Permit with the nexus of the actual use,” Amos added. When discussing the CUP with the applicant, it was discovered that League, who also owns some land located off Ashcake Road in Hanover County, has previously been convicted of a zoning violation in the General District Court in connection with this property and a mobile home he placed there. At this time, League is working toward taking steps to ensure compliance with the zoning ordinance. Prichard made a motion to defer the council’s decision on CUP15-0617 until the Nov. 3 town council meeting.
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Neither has definitive plans to compete in the future, but is open to the idea of participating in another competition. Both plan to continue taking dance classes with Westerlund at Off and Dancing! and they agree they couldn’t have gotten through the competition without Westerlund’s help. “Brian completely made it about Cara and me,” McNeely said. … “I mean, he has not taken any credit for anything and we wouldn’t be there with-
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a number of issues, each having the opportunity to respond to the same question without rebuttal from either candidate. Prichard and Stokes took to the podium first to answer questions from moderator Marc Creery, chair of the Hanover Business Council. Audience members also submitted questions for the candidates. Both candidates agreed that expanded career and technical offerings for Hanover students is a step in the right direction. Stokes, who works in the contracting business, said there is a shortage of skilled labor that exists today. “Not everyone in the education system is geared for college,” Stokes said. “I want to help people who don’t have high-paying jobs.” Prichard, a VCU professor, agreed. “Higher education is not for everybody.” Both asserted the need for dependable high speed Internet. Prichard said partnerships like the one established by Ashland with Randolph-Macon College provide expanded Internet services without undue burdens on the taxpayer. Stokes asserted that some of the cost must be shouldered by business, but agreed that high
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approved $20 million over the next five years for more renovations and restoration. “That’s only $6 a square foot over five years,” Millican responded. He said the school system has made difficult choices in recent years placing priorities in the classroom and putting physical projects on the back burner. “When you have bad choices to make, you keep money in the classrooms,” Millican said. Both agreed on the importance of high speed Internet and its role in economic development. Peterson proposed targeting areas where enough customers exist to attract private investment in Internet services. He said the govern-
Faye O. Prichard, left, and Web Stokes are vying for the Ashland District seat on the Hanover County Board of Siupervisors.
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speed Internet is a necessity. He suggested placing that emphasis on the Suburban Service Area. “It’s vital if we are going to continue to grow.” Both addressed the growing issue of homeless and poor families living in aging motels
in Ashland. Prichard encouraged a community approach with faith-based organizations providing services to assist worthy families. As for the criminal element that also utilizes the short-term rentals, she said, “they need to go.” Stokes said it’s a longstanding issue that will require a “holistic” approach. “It’s a critical issue to anyone affected by it.” They were then asked if government should be involved in providing pad-ready sites for
economic development. “I’m not a big fan of spending taxpayers’ money to develop private property,” Stokes said. “It’s not your money, so you have to be smart about it.” Prichard said she could support that policy, theoretically,
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Patti Davis, an Ashland resident and season pass holder, also spoke at the meeting, suggesting that the Lombardy evergreen trees that currently line the pool fence be replaced with deciduous trees, that the fence be extended back to where the Lombardy trees are currently located, that the gate be widened, and that there be surveillance cameras put in place. Davis also expressed concerns about the current circle drive parking lot, saying that it makes it difficult for people to park and get in and out of the area. In addition, she is not convinced that, at this time, there is enough space for an emergency vehicle, should the need for one arise, to properly get to the pool and exit in a timely manner. Jennifer Morris, an Ashland resident and swim team mom, also spoke, saying she doesn’t
feel as though the pool is as much of a fun draw for community members compared to when she first moved there a handful of years ago. She added she hopes the process for the Carter Park Pool renovation considers more practical amenities, such as more shade, and what will make the pool more usable for more people. Following public comment, attendees were given three green and three red dot stickers to place on display boards next to a list of amenities that people requested in the surveys. Amenities listed for voting included: Additional lap lanes Deeper pool for swim meets Slide More deck space Splash pad area More shade structures
Adults only area/ pool Zero depth entry into the pool Separate zero depth entry kiddie pool Diving board with diving well Aquatic beach areas More “features” and “toys” for children Additional lap lanes and a deeper pool for swim meets garnered the most green dots while an adults only area/ pool received the most red dots. The next Ashland Parks and Recreation meeting will be held Nov. 18 at the Dominion Resources Innovation Center located at 201 Duncan St. The Parks and Recreation committee has placed a survey about the Carter Park Pool renovation on the Town of Ashland website in order to gain additional public input.
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For more information, call 804-883-7378 or visit www. montpeliercenter.org. The Center’s office hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appoint-
ment. The building is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
“I want to have a better sense of, quite frankly, this applicant’s history of how property is kept,” Prichard said. “I also want to have a better understanding of where he is not in compliance in the county and I want to make sure we have everything in place as best we can to protect that gateway.” Council approved Prichard’s motion, with Trivett voting “No.” Town council also briefly discussed the Ashland Theater. Town Manager Charles Hartgrove updated council on recent discussions and meetings he and town staff have had since the last town council meeting.
Hartgrove and town staff have met with the group of individuals that have proposed the nonprofit plan and met with them again on Oct. 21. There also was an Oct. 27 meeting scheduled with the Department of Community and Housing Development in which the deputy director of the agency was scheduled to be present. Hartgrove noted that, depending on the results of that meeting with the DCHD, he may request an emergency council meeting this week. “We’re hoping that the deputy director of the agency being there that guidance will be given and we will have a better understanding of where we stand and what the options are
for the grant,” Hartgrove said. In other business, Ashland Police Department (APD) Chief Douglas Goodman presented quarterly awards to officers of the APD. Joe Topham, business retention and expansion manager, gave an economic development update, saying he has been able to visit more than 200 local businesses since he joined the town staff in May. He also noted that the town recently has had a series of grand openings for local businesses, including Sugar Fix Bakery and Little Caesar’s. The next Ashland Town Council meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Ashland Town Hall located at 101 Thompson St.
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CELEBRATIONS | Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries
Cousiac Manor scene of King-Fahed nuptials
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he marriage of Megan Elizabeth King, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael King of Mechanicsville, to Christopher Ray Fahed, son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Fahed of Maidens, took place on Saturday, October 24, 2015, at the Cousiac Manor in Lanexa, Virginia. Pastor Mike Abbamonte officiated the riverside ceremony. Katie Bowling, friend of the bride, was the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Brandy Hogue, Jessie Jones, Kelsey Sigman and Nicole Goodman. Addison Hinson served as junior bridesmaid and Lily Smith, Rylee Jones and Rylynn Balderson were flower girls. Steven Fahed, brother of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were James Fold, Jonathan Jones, Sean King and TC Christian. A rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom’s parents at the Rose & Crown Tavern. After the wedding ceremony, a reception was hosted by the bride’s parents with
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MRS. CHRISTOPHER RAY FAHED the former Megan Elizabeth King dinner and dancing at the Cousiac Manor. Following a honeymoon
in the Western Caribbean, the couple will reside in Goochland.
Jason and Amara Etheredge are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter, Selah Joy Etheredge. She was born at 3:18 p.m. on June 5, 2015, weighing 7 pounds and 11 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. Selah joins her affectionate sister Grace and caring brothers Max and Noah. Happy grandparents are Tim and Joanna Etheredge and Kevin and Ginny Julian, all of Mechanicsville. Doting greatgrandparents are Jim Etheredge of Chesapeake and Gene and Myrna Tucker of Goshen, New York. The Etheredge note “warm appreciation to our midwife, Nancy Giglio (CNM), for her loving and skillful care during Selah’s breech delivery.”
Eric and Jennah Fisher are delighted to announce the birth of their son, Michael Thomas Fisher, on Aug. 18, 2015. Michael weighed 7 pounds 2.5 ounces at birth and was 20.5 inches long. Proud maternal grandparents are Jane H. Crowther of Reedville and Billy Harper of Callao. Proud paternal grandparents are Tom and Dalia Fisher of Mechanicsville.
MECHANICSVILLE — 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 support American Legion projects, including: — Veteran programs — meals and financial assistance for needy veterans, veteran assistance to register for VA benefits they have earned and bi-weekly nutrition classes held at the Post by the Veteran’s Administration. — Youth programs — Baseball, JROTC sponsorships, Boy Scouts, Oratorical Contests, Essay Contests and Junior Law Cadet program.
Holiday Evergreen Fundraiser underway at Oak Knoll Middle Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE – The Oak Knoll Middle School Orchestra Program has begun its Holiday Evergreen Fundraiser, offering wreaths and garland fresh from the Pacific Northwest. There also are centerpieces, bows and cone gift sets.
Members of the community are encouraged to consider purchasing from the catalog to help support the orchestra. All checks are made payable to Oak Knoll Middle School. Items will be delivered to the school between Dec. 1 and 4. For more information or to place an order, see any strings student or contact Lucretia Davis at lldavis@hcps.us.
Hanover Concert Band has several appearances scheduled as 25th year of performing comes to a close Staff Report news@mechlocal.com The Hanover Concert Band will close out its 25th year of concerts in Hanover County and the Central Virginia area with four concerts.
Saturday, Oct. 31, the band will perform at the Ashland Halloween Spooktacular at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center. The musicians will be in costume when they play spooky music that begins at
6:30 p.m. as trick and treaters are visiting the Center. At 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, the band will perform at the Ashland Train Station in appropriate Train Day attire with a one-hour concert. Sixty minutes of Christmas
will be presented at noon Saturday, Dec. 12, in the food court at Virginia Center Commons in Glen Allen. The 25th year will wrap up Tuesday, Dec. 15, at the band’s home base at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S.
Center St. in Ashland. The evening will feature Christmas music, a Boston Pops style seating arrangement and light refreshments provided by the band members and their families. There is no admission
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ment needs to help make it available, but “We do not need to provide it ourselves.” Millican suggested increasing workstations at local libraries to provide citizens with Internet access. “Perhaps we could expand hours or make more work space available,” he said. “It is absolutely critical to have that digital
presence.” Millican stressed the need for small business support and improved emphasis on education, specifically pointing to creeping class sizes. “We need to have a priority of a great education system,” Millican said. “Tonight, I ask you for your vote. I pledge to address these issues. I would like you to join with me and make Mechanicsville and Hanover stronger not
just for the next four years, but put in place an environment and plan that will continue for decades to come and boost our small business, boost our education system, and pay them the attention and give them the effort that they deserve.” Peterson pointed to a record of achievement over the past four years, and a philosophy that works for Hanover County.
“I do believe that government works best when it’s kept to minimum interference with the rest of our citizens,” he said. “I’d like you to look at my record over the past four years. Do you want to continue with the approach we’ve been taking over the last four years … and continue going forward?” he concluded. Voters head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 3. Hours are from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She did this while completing her coursework in International Studies and French with a minor in Political Science in three years. That’s a double major and minor while working 20 hours per week to pay for her education in only three years. To say that she is intelligent and a master at uti-
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a business that would be interested in partnering with SAES, please contact Paula Drumheller, school counselor, to talk about ways we could work together that would be mutually beneficial,” the principal said. Drumheller’s email is pdrumheller@hcps.us. South Anna students are being encouraged to explore the arts and express themselves by participating in the Reflections program. This year’s theme is “Let Your Imagination Fly,” and categories are dance choreogra-
phy, film production, literature, musical composition, photography and visual arts. The entry deadline is today (Wednesday, Oct. 28). The Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) kicked off the new school year on Oct. 1 with Donuts for Dads. Those attending learned how they can spend a day at school and enrich your child’s learning experience. Upcoming events and important dates were released by Todd. They include: Wednesday, Oct. 28 – Reflections entry deadline. Friday, Oct. 30 – Book Fair in library.
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decided advantage in fundraising among local businesses and institutions. Mrs. Lawler’s funds are solely derived from family and friends. Why do I think Mrs. Lawler will make a better delegate? Is she young and inexperienced? Yes. Will she do as good a job as Mr. Peace next year if elected? Doubt it (see above). Will she bring candor, zeal and idealism to the House of Delegates? Yes. Will she work harder and
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The story behind the poppy Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) members and American Legion Auxiliary volunteers distribute millions of bright red poppies in exchange for contributions to assist disabled and hospitalized veterans. The program provides multiple benefits to the veterans and to the community. The hospitalized veterans who make the flowers are able to earn a small wage, which helps to supplement their incomes and makes them feel more self-sufficient. Donations are used exclusively to assist and support veterans and their families.
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contested races in both House of Delegates districts and that is good for the system as a whole. But I am voting for Chris Peace and I also want to encourage voters in the 55th to vote Buddy Fowler in his race. Conservative voters must not assume the races are “in the bag” — make sure you vote and get your friends, neighbors and co-workers to vote as well. Their opponents are well-meaning sincere persons but very liberal. Vote Fowler and Peace Nov. 3! Sandy Sanders Mechanicsville
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smarter than her opponent? She’ll try. Will she devote the time and effort that the job requires? Yes. She will have to give up her current job in the College of William and Mary’s grant department to avoid conflict of interests. Being our delegate would be her only job. What other representative can say this? Kurt Butler Old Church
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Error-prone Patrick Henry falls to Raiders By Kris Mason for the Mechanicsville Local MECHANICSVILLE – With both team’s Region 5A North playoff hopes on the line, both Atlee and Patrick Henry needed wins with the Patriots visited the Raiders Friday night. After a close first half, the Raiders took advantage a huge goal line stand to cool any Patrick Henry momentum and rolled to a 34-20 victory Friday night. The victory keeps Atlee’s Region 5A North playoffs alive while placing more pressure on the Patriots, who began the night just outside of the region’s top 16 teams. The Raiders held a mere 146 lead at halftime, and Patrick Henry had an excellent scoring opportunity early in the second half that could have changed the course of the game. Atlee hd been driving deep into Patriot territory before defensive tackle Davon Carter intercepted a pass and returned the pick 42 yards to the Raiders’ 25-yard line. Patrick Henry worked down to a first-and-goal opportunity, but the Atlee defense stopped the Patriots on fourth down from the 3-yard line. Atlee head coach Roscoe Johnson was impressed with his team’s mental toughness, especially during the goal-line stand. “Lately when we’ve been
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Changes should boost action at RIR By Mike Szvetitz Richmond Times-Dispatch
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Atlee running back A.J. Zollar (10) breaks through the Patrick Henry secondary for an 80-yard touchdown run on the second play from scrimmage in the Raiders’ 34-20 victory over the visiting Patriots Friday.
making mistakes, we’ve kind of put our head down and we haven’t played as hard as we should,” Johnson said. “I told them tonight, ‘You’re going to
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have a situation where they maybe would score. They may do some things and you’ve got to deal with adversity and keep moving on.’ And you know
tonight the guys did a great had the stronger passing and job.” kicking games. The passing While Patrick Henry out- game was led by quarterback gained the Raiders in total offense, 464 yards to 432, Atlee see RAIDERS, pg. 36
NASCAR’s goal for its new rules package to be used in the Sprint Cup Series next season - a combination that will lower the aerodynamic downforce on cars – is to “provide fans with the best racing possible.” That could be good news for those who attend the spring and fall Cup events at Richmond International Raceway, where one driver has dominated the last three races. NASCAR announced Wednesday that its 2016 rules package will include a 3.5-inch spoiler (6 inches in 2015), a .25-inch front leading splitter edge (2 see RIR, pg. 38
Lee-Davis defense gets stops when needed By Arthur Utley For the Times-Dispatch MECHANICSVILLE – Lee-Davis needed a bounceback victory after a big shutout loss to Highland Springs last week, and got it Friday night on the road against county rival Hanover. The Confederates, ranked No. 9 in The Times-Dispatch Top 10, can thank their offense for a two-touchdown first quarter and their defense from the start for a 20-12 victory over the Hawks. After winning just two games a year ago, the Confederates are 7-1 this year and in a good place for postseason play. The Hawks, who got their own bounce-back victory a week ago after a shutout loss to Highland Springs, dropped to 5-3, but they are still wellpositioned in the 4A playoff race. The Confederates took the opening kickoff and drove 64 yards in 11 plays. The touchdown came on a 3-yard run by Nathan Evans. Hanover put together a nice drive on the ensuing possession. The Confederates’ defense
gave up yardage in the face of Hanover’s running game, but forced the Hawks to settle for a John Dustin field goal from 31 yards. On its next possession, Lee-Davis covered 59 yards in four plays. Quarterback Chase Mummau and Nick Reisenweaver hooked up for 48 yards on the first play, and after a false-start penalty, Mummau hit Miles Johnson for a 15-yard touchdown pass on the fourth play of the drive. The pointafter attempt failed, and LeeDavis led 13-3. The Hawks’ defense made some adjustments and put the Confederates’ offense in cold storage. Lee-Davis ran just nine plays in the second quarter, had a short punt that led to Dustin’s second field goal, and took a knee to end the first half. Mummau threw three interceptions, and Evans, one of the area’s top ground gainers, was held in check until he broke free for an 88-yard touchdown run with less than a minute left that sealed the victory. “We found a way to win,” said Lee-Davis coach Ryan
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Lee-Davis running back Nathan Evans (2) breaks through the Hanover defense for a touchdown in the Confederates’ 20-12 win. see LEE-DAVIS, pg. 37
Cole Sims finds football home with MIT Engineers By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor
MECHANICSVILLE – Cole Sims is a warrior on the football field. A multi-year starter at Atlee High School – who was part of a series of powerful Raider offensive lines until his graduation last year – he routinely pushed opponents around on the field. But Sims was more than a big, strong football player – he
was a strong scholar, too – and when looking for a home to pursue his collegiate education, he aimed for the top: the Nobel laureate-rich environs of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. “I always took a lot of pride in my education,” Sims said. “Football didn’t ever really come natural to me. It was something that I had to work hard for. … Academics always was something I was pretty good at. So academics, then, becomes a
constant in my life whereas athletics has been in and out.” He decided he would select a school based on academics first rather than athletics, and was attending a summer camp at Harvard when he met some MIT football coaches, including head coach Chad Martinovich. “I talked to those coaches there and they started recruiting me,” Sims said. “I realized that MIT is the No. 1 school in the world and if I could get in, I’d be going to the best school
I could possibly go to and play the best sport in the world. To me, there’s nothing better.” Martinovich said he was a perfect fit for the Engineers. “Fortunately, with our national reputation, we are able to recruit kids that are not only qualified academically for MIT, but can actually help us on the football field at the same time,” Martinovich said. “It is a niche. You have to find that unique young man that has a passion for math and science
and wants to go through the academic rigor that is MIT, and at the same point put the time into being good on the football field.” Sims’ first season has been marred by injuries, including a shoulder injury that limited his playing time somewhat and a high-ankle sprain that recently ended his season. But he has more than enough to keep him occupied in Cambridge, Massachusetts. “The classes are definitely
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hard,” Sims said. “It’s something that I expected coming in. Everybody tells you that MIT is defined as a ‘pressure cooker’ by a lot of people. “But actually, coming from Atlee, I thought I was very well prepared. The staff at Atlee, I don’t think they could have done any better than they did. I haven’t gone to a class yet where there was something to learn that I haven’t at least heard about in high school. I’ve been very lucky.”
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Dill, Burch top field in Central Zone qualifier By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor PETERSBURG – Patrick Henry’s Andrea Dill survived the deep rough and ample water traps to win the VHSL Girls Central Zone qualifier golf tournament at Dogwood Trace Golf Course Tuesday. Dill shot an 82, one stroke ahead of teammate Shea Burch and Glen Allen’s Cameron Cook. Cosby’s Abby Gschwind, who came in fourth with an 84, clinched the remaining berth in the VHSL Girls Open golf championship, which was held after this edition went to press on Monday and Tuesday at Red Wing Lake Golf Course in Virginia Beach. The four will join Atlee’s Erica Whitehouse, along with other local golfers Diana Domenech (Mills Godwin), Peyton Durham (Dinwiddie), Addie Parker (Monacan) and Celadon Ramsey (Glen Allen) who had already qualified for the girls open. For Dill, it is her third and last – she’s a senior – appearance in the Girls’ Open. She feels she has grown a lot since her first appearance. “When I first qualified, I wasn’t as confident in my game, but I’ve worked on it a lot and I’m a lot more confident going into it this year,” Dill said. “I think it will be better.”
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Rasharrd Harris, who completed 22 of 33 passes for 266 yards and two touchdowns. Receivers Cole Blackman had six catches for 103 yards and a touchdown and Justin Hall had 11 catches for 56 yards and another score. Harris counterpart for the
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But she still has things to work on. “I have to work on the greens, my putting and chipping,” Dill said. “That’s where all your scores really add up in the end. So I need to work on that a lot before we go down
there. But my drives and my iron shots have been great this past season.” Burch, though she also qualified for the Girls Open last year, was especially pleased with her performance this year. “I’m pretty excited. I shot
much better than I did last year,” Burch said. “I’m glad to be back in.” She said her experience last year will come in handy. “I think it will help a little bit,” Burch said. “It will tame my nerves a little bit because it’s not
the first go round-about it.” Cook, a junior, was thrilled to be joining her teammate Ramsey – who had already qualified for the Girls Open and her two Capital District rivals from Ashland at the state tournament.
“I feel pretty great about myself,” Cook said. “It started off a little rough today, but pushed through it and I was fine.” She said she wasn’t having a problem with any one thing when she started. “In the beginning it was a little bit of everything,” Cook said. “I tried to clear my head and just stop thinking, and the back nine was really good.” Hanover’s Bella Seip just missed making the cut for the Girls Open. Seip, who finished seventh among the field of 20 was three spots out of the running. While she was disappointed in her finish, her coach, Chris Pace, was happy with how she did. “I’m very proud of her,” Pace said. “She shot 117 last year. She shot 93 today. That’s 24 strokes in the right direction.” She began the day with a 42 on the front nine, but ran into trouble on the back nine and never quite recovered. Pace thought it was an excellent growth opportunity for the sophomore. “The beauty of this tournament is that it’s a high-pressure situation,” Pace said. “All postseason golf is a high-pressure situation. She learned that you’ve got to go play the next shot.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
Patriots, Samuel Hart passed 11 yards and a touchdown and ran for 130 yards and another touchdown. On the kicking side, Atlee’s Ethan Ratke made field goals from 42 yards and 32 yards as well as all four extra point attempts. Patrick Henry’s Logan Bulthuis missed two extra points and a 37 yard field goal. The rushing game looked quite different. While Atlee’s
A.J. Zollar carried the ball carried the ball nine times for 115 yards – most of that on an 80yard run for the Raiders’ first score – and two touchdowns in all, Patrick Henry’s Joshua Guerrero carried the ball 20 times for 174 yards. The Patriots led in an uncomfortable category: penalties. They were flagged 12 times for 98 yards. They finished with two turnovers themselves – an
interception and a fumble – and turned the ball over on down a total of three times. But Patrick Henry coach Bryan Davis gave his team an uplifting message following the game. “I told them, ‘Failure is an event, not a person,’ ” Davis said. “ ‘You guys were part of the event and let’s see if we can do something to minimize these events in the future.’ ”
Zollar’s 80-yard scamper came on the second play of the game, but Patrick Henry responded by the end of the first quarter. Patriot running back Brandon Braxton broke free for an 18-yard touchdown run to give his team a chance to tie, but a missed extra point left the score at 7-6. The second quarter was scoreless until Atlee’s Justin Hall caught an 8 yard pass from
Harris with 51 seconds left in the half to stake the Raiders a 14-6 lead. Atlee extended its lead to 3412 before Patrick Henry scored a touchdown and 2-point conversion with six seconds left in the game. Atlee plays Varina at home Friday while Patrick Henry hosts Highland Springs. Kris Mason can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.
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Patrick Henry’s Andrea Dill sinks a putt for par on the 17th hole in the Central Zone girls golf qualifier at Dogwood Trace Golf Course in Petersburg Tuesday. Dill finished with an 82, one shot ahead of teammate Shea Burch and Glen Allen’s Cameron Cook to take first place. Dill, Burch, Cook and Cosby’s Abby Gschwind, who finished fourth, qualified for the Virginia High School League Girls Open golf tournament from Oct. 26 and 27 at Red Wing Lake Golf Course in Virginia Beach.
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R-MC thrashes Marlins to claim ODAC top spot ASHLAND – RandolphMacon’s women’s volleyball team celebrated senior night in grand fashion Wednesday night in Crenshaw Gymnasium: The Yellow Jackets seized first place in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference standings with a 25-15, 25-21, 25-14 sweep of visiting Virginia Wesleyan. Randolph-Macon (19-3, 10-0 ODAC) and the Marlins (21-7, 9-1) went into the game undefeated in ODAC play. The Yellow Jackets knocked Virginia Wesleyan into a tie for second place with Washington & Lee. Because it was senior night, Randolph-Macon head coach Bill Rogers started five seniors – outside hitter Addie Cooper, outside hitter Courtney Lowers, setter Riley Martin, middle hitter Emily Ortiz and middle hitter Katie Rossberg – an atypical move that paid off in an intensity that carried them through
the first game and set the tone for the match. “I started off five of my seniors on purpose, and I thought they really stepped up,” Rogers said. “That’s not my normal starting lineup. They did well.” The Yellow Jackets had a harder time disposing of the Marlins in the second game, as Virginia Wesleyan nearly matched them in intensity. The game was marked by well-contested points, but RandolphMacon eventually prevailed. “Before the game, I told them that it was going to be a closer game. I said I thought we carried the first game with some emotion,” said Rogers, who called a couple of timeouts in the second game to give the Yellow Jackets a breather. “It’s a pretty veteran group and we played a lot of players this year, so I feel like I can put anybody out there. I put my freshman out there halfway through that game … and she did well.”
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Atlee’s Kylie Wilkins (23) spins away from Hanover defender Kora Kane in the Raiders’ 3-0 victory over the host Hawks Thursday. For more, go to http://mechlocal.com.
The Marlins contested every point, but head coach Andrea Hoover said Randolph-Macon earned the victory. “I think we battled every point the second game. We made less errors the second game,” Hoover said. “They were fantastic tonight. You’ve got to really respect what RandolphMacon does on the floor. I thought their senior players played fantastic. They beat us tonight. They deserved to win this match.” Rossberg led the Yellow Jackets with 17 kills, while Lowers had 12 kills, 12 digs and five blocks. Middle hitter Colleen Beaver also finished with five blocks. Martin finished with 21 assists and Erin Quinn added 13 more. Libero Samantha Sallade had 24 digs. Virginia Wesleyan’s Tiffany Barrett had 13 kills and Marin Crowder had 14 digs. Dave Lawrence/The Local Dave Lawrence can be Randolph-Macon’s Courtney Lowers goes high to get a shot past Virginia Wesleyan’s Tiffany reached at dlawrence@mechlo- Barrett (19) and Maddy McMurry (9) in the Yellow Jackets’ 25-15, 25-21, 25-14 Old Dominion Athletic Conference victory over the Marlins in Crenshaw Gymnasium Wednesday. cal.com.
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well to beat them. And I think we did very well,” said Tanner, a defensive end. “They moved the ball between the 20s but that doesn’t matter. It’s what happens inside the 20 that matters the most.” Next up for Lee-Davis will be Henrico, which took it on the chin 21-0 against Highland Springs on Friday night. “We’ve just got to take the momentum,” Turnage said. “We’ve got two games left in the regular season. This win is our seventh, so we should be in position to make the 5A playoffs. It’s just a matter of where we’re seeded. We’ve got to keep getting better.” Arthur Utley can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.
Turnage. “That’s basically it. Our defense stepped up and held them to four field goals. That’s pretty good. When you hold a team that runs the football when they get down in the red zone to four field goals ... that’s a bend-but-don’t-break mentality.” The Hawks were able to move the ball, but mistakes — an interception by Sam Tanner stopped their momentum in the second quarter and a holding call negated a Marcus Bazala touchdown in the fourth — cost them dearly. “We prepared all week for a heavy run game. We knew they were strong on the offensive Lee-Davis line. We knew we had to play Hanover
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ATLEE LITTLE LEAGUE 2008 World Series Participants
2016 Baseball & Softball Registration Walk-In Registration
Saturday, October 31st 10am - 2pm at the Atlee Little League Complex On-line registration for baseball, softball and Challenger opens at www.atleelittleleague.com on October 31st. Both new and returning players can be registered on-line. Challenger League Baseball gives mentally and physically challenged boys and girls an opportunity to play baseball within an organized structure. New Lo
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A birth certificate and proof of address are required for any player who has not previously participated in Atlee Little League.
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Atlee turns back Eagles By Laura Fien Richmond Times-Dispatch MECHANICSVILLE – The next play is always the best play. That’s what went through the minds of the Atlee Raiders as they rallied from a six-point deficit in the fourth set to defeat the visiting Mills Godwin Eagles 25-12, 25-16, 16-25, 25-22 on Monday night. “It’s a saying we have on our team,” three-year varsity starter Owen Ward said. “It means if you make a mistake, just worry about the next play.” And for the most part, Atlee coach Nick Robinson let his players create the plays that worked best for them. “Owen runs the offense, unless I see things that I want to change,” Robinson said. “I
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inches in 2015) and a 33inch wide radiator pan (38 inches in 2015). That setup, NASCAR hopes, along with Goodyear developing trackspecific tires - which was seen at the Kentucky and Darlington races this past season - will allow for more passing over the entire track, especially in the corners, as drivers will have to lay off the throttle, decreasing speeds in the turns. “We’re continuing to work with the industry on developing the appropriate elements of the rules for each track,” said Steve O’Donnell, NASCAR’s executive vice president and chief racing development officer, during a national media teleconference. “… The core goal for us continues to remain the same, and that’s deliver the best and safest racing possible for the fans. And it’s a goal that the
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called the offense for the last 10 points in Set 4 just because I was watching their lineup make changes and so I was just making sure we were getting the splits we wanted and were lining up on the ball.” The Eagles adjusted, too. After Atlee dominated the first two sets, the Eagles were not ready to go home and led 18-10 before securing the third set. Ward took the blame. “I know who to set to, they know where to hit, they know what I like to pass, I know what they like to hit,” Ward said. “The third set, I did a bad job and we sort of fell down because of that.” But Robinson found a benefit in the Raiders’ third-set loss. “Losing that set was a good thing, it kind of puts it into perspective for us that we’re not
undefeatable.” But the Raiders are versatile, and Chui Elliott is thankful to be part of such a team. “I think it says a lot that we can win and still have fun at the same time,” Elliott said. “Last year, it was pretty twosided, and this year everybody stepped up and I just think it is really good that we are very versatile, and we have people on the bench that can always step in.” And though the Eagles have one of the area’s best offenses, there is another win on which Robinson likes to reflect. “We beat Princess Anne in the preseason, so that’s the biggest feather in our cap.,” Robinson said of the defending state champion. “We did that once and I hope we get a chance to do it again.”
entire industry shares. “We’re confident it’s going to continue to deliver great racing for the fans.” At RIR more drama would be welcomed. In the 2014 fall race at Richmond, winner Brad Keselowski led 383 of the 400lap race. Kevin Harvick was the only other drive to lead that race, and it was for only 17 laps. In this year’s spring race, Kurt Busch led 291 of the 400 laps on his way to victory lane. Then, last month, Matt Kenseth led 352 of the 400 laps to take the checkered flag. The package was considered a success at Kentucky Speedway (1.5 miles) and Darlington Raceway (1.366 miles) this season. But how it will translate to RIR’s shorter .75-mile track is still to be determined. “I watched the Kentucky race and was at the Darlington race, and seeing it on TV and seeing it live, you can really see the dif-
ference where the cars seem to be on the edge,” RIR president Dennis Bickmeier said. “And if you look at the fans’ reaction, it was overwhelmingly positive. “So I look at today’s move as positive moving into 2016. Not being a technical person, but being around the sport for 15 years, I can see a difference in the cars. I can’t see anything negative about this.” The different gear rations and tire configurations set up specifically to each track will also go a long way to the ontrack action. Also in next year’s new rules package,rear gear ratios will be adjusted to maintain a maximum engine speed of 9,000 RPM and a 1.38 thirdgear ratio will be used at all tracks smaller than 1.25 miles. For more side-by-side racing different tire setups are also key, according to Busch. But so is less downforce. “I think for that style of racing to return to Richmond, you have to make the handling a
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Atlee’s Jacob RehmerStephens (17) spikes the ball past Mills Godwin’s Noah Kaufman (11) in the Raiders’ 25-12, 25-16, 16-25, 25-22 victory over the visitng Eagles Monday.
little worse, which means less downforce and a different tire to allow the race cars to slide around,” Busch said in September. “Right now the preferred groove is right on the bottom of the racetrack, and what we need are options to be able to go to the high lane and produce the same lap times. That way, we could run high or low, allowing us to get side by side. So we need to find the aerodynamic package along with the tire package to balance things out a little better to allow that side-by-side racing.” That aligns with what Bickmeier was hearing from drivers and fans after September’s race. “Fans want to see that sideby-side racing they’re accustom to seeing at Richmond,” Bickmeier said. “At a track like this, you want to see drivers battle for that space. And when you’re side-by-side, it’s the first one to that specific piece of real estate.”
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Teri Anderson (in the turquoise in the back) celebrated and welcomed her 50th birthday in style on June 23 with her family and friends in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands. Birthday dessert was enjoyed at the Banana Deck, where they took along The Mechanicsville Local. Teri extended her thanks to Tori, Brenda, Kelsey, Joyce, Greg, Jay, Kasey, Frances, Lisa and Kori for making the trip to St. John. “It was an awesome week and one I will remember for the rest of my life,” she said.
Antique Village is 44 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER – Antique Village, Central Virginia’s longest continuously running antiques and collectibles road show, will celebrate 44 years Friday and Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, on Chamberlayne Road. “The Village” will celebrate its birthday with special events, sales, contestants and door prizes. Foremost in the events column are the annual Visiting Dealer Outdoor Market, with 20 merchants; the four-decade tradition of a free pancake brunch, featuring manager Joe Lipscombe’s “awesome friend” apples; a Halloween costume contest; and a book signing by Tim O’Gorman, his latest release being “Spending the Night on Virginia’s Main Street,” a postcard history of motels on U.S. Route 1. All of these are on Saturday, Oct. 31.
Sunday, Nov. 1, continues with free appraisals and another opportunity to meet and talk with O’Gorman. Both days will have wide-ranging sales by the 50 permanent dealers, other contests and door prizes. Special exhibits, including 28 rare 1987 bicycle catalogues and an unmatched African Arts collection, contribute to the landmark anniversary. Lipscombe took over the business in 1997, introducing many changes. Lipscombe will be wearing his chef ’s hat Saturday as he flips pancakes. Anniversary hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31, and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1. For details about the 44th anniversary, event times, Antique Village’s 50 dealers and regular hours of operation visit www.antiquevillageva.com or call 804-746-8914.
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Boy Scouts of America Troop 553 of Mechanicsville recently partnered with Varina Troop 501 in conducting an environmental cleanup on the James River from Deep Bottom to Dutch Gap. This was a joint effort with the James River Association, the Heart of Virginia Council and Bridgestone Americas LLC and was called the TireLess James. The 18 boy scouts and seven adult leaders launched five power boats and towed several jon boats from Deep Bottom Boat Ramp to recover tires from the river. Bridgestone provided free hauling from the ramp and recycling. The Boy Scouts recovered a total of 41 tires from the river. The troop spent the weekend on the river and, besides recovering tires, they camped, cooked, fished, swam, kayaked and had a great weekend. Both troops are part of the Battlefield District and Nick Harman is the district executive for Battlefield. Troop 553 of Mechanicsville is sponsored by American Legion Post 175 and Richard Perry is its scoutmaster. Troop 501 of Varina is sponsored by Laurel Hill United Methodist Church and its scoutmaster is John King.
Winters earns Eagle Scout rank with fence project at camp Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE — David Winters earned the rank of Eagle Scout on Sept. 8. He is a member of Troop 505, which meets at New Highland Baptist Church in Mechanicsville. David, 15, is a freshman at Maggie L. Walker Governor School. He has held the leadership positions of Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Webmaster and Scribe for Troop 505. He also is a member of Order of the Arrow, an honor
society for Boy Scouts. David’s Eagle Scout project was to build a 120-foot fence at the Girl Scout Camp Pamunkey Ridge in Hanover. The fence was requested by the park ranger in order to secure tools and materials around the ranger’s shed/work site and to improve the aesthetics of this area of the camp. David planned the needed materials and supplies, solicited local businesses for donations, and provided leadership to 12 scouts, four scout leaders and three other adults to successfully complete the project.
U.S. Rep. Dave Brat, R-7, has endorsed incumbent Canova Peterson, Republican, for reelection to the Mechanicsville District on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. He described Peterson as “an outstanding public servant.” Brat noted that he and Peterson met four years ago before either were elected to public office. “I immediately realized that he is a man of sound character, conservative values, and high principles. Since then, we have both been elected to positions where we can serve our fellow citizens,” the congressman added. He said that he keeps “close tabs on what is going on in my district and have noticed that Canova has done something very unusual for someone in the world of politics. He has done exactly what he promised to do during his campaign. He has also maintained the highest ethical standards when making decisions for our community.” I fully support and endorse Canova Peterson to continue to serve the good people of Hanover. I hope you will too,” Brat said. The election will be held from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Government offices to be closed Veterans Day
DAVID WINTERS earns rank of Eagle Scout
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HANOVER — Hanover County government offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day. Branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library will be open on Veterans Day.
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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.
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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
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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
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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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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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Local teen taking talents to Texas By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com
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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. VACo received 60 entries been recognized by the Virginia Association of for the statewide contest. Former Hanover County Counties as the recipient administrator of the 2010 Achievement assistant Award for the Dominion Marilyn Blake joined Lane Resources Greentech Ramsey, former Chesterfield County administrator, and Incubator. 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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LOST - LOST 60’s Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet Lost Oct. 23rd, Mechanicsville area Reward. Call Susan 804-239-3575 Lost deerhound from KW county since Sept 22. Seen Oct 4 in Hanover @ Flannigan Mill & Westwood Rd. White w/light brown spots. Female, answers to Max. Reward for safe return. Bobbie 804-543-7602. elfhollyfluffernutter1@ gmail.com
YARD & ESTATE SALES 20 OUTDOOR VISITING DEALERS 8 am Saturday October 31 ANTIQUE VILLAGE’S 44th ANNIVERSARY Please Join Us! Free Pancake Brunch - Sat. Book Signing - Motels on US 1 Halloween Costume Contest SALES - DOOR PRIZES - CONTESTS Free Appraisals Sunday Details: antiquevillageva.com 10203 Chamberlayne Rd. Call 804-746-8914
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RN CLINICAL SYSTEMS MANAGER Join Hanover Health & Rehabilitation Center’s Premier Skilled Rehab Unit as a Registered Nurse Clinical Systems Manager. In this position, you will coordinate the delivery of care for a 60-bed skilled rehab nursing unit, with an emphasis on managing clinical outcomes. If you are looking for a supportive work environment and a great opportunity in nursing leadership, please apply today! Candidates must have the following qualifications: ∂ Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills ∂ RN licensure with a minimum of three years RN management experience ∂ Promotes customer service focus; Develops and maintains a positive culture ∂ Ability to lead by example and establish a "teamwork" environment between management and staff ∂ Ability to supervise, coach and counsel staff. We offer a competitive rate of pay and a comprehensive benefits package for full time associates which includes affordable health and dental insurance within 3060 days of hire, free life insurance, paid time off, 401k with 50% company match, scholarship opportunities, and continuing education. Apply online today at www.hanoverhealthrehab.com Hanover Health and Rehabilitation Center 8139 Lee Davis Road Mechanicsville, VA 23111 (804) 559-5030
CONSTRUCTION & TRADES Welders and Fitters Must Apply in person, 8am-4pm: Hanover Iron & Steel 11149 Leadbetter Road Ashland, Virginia 23005
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Cool Spring Child Care Center is accepting applications for a part-time teacher in its Infant/Toddler and After School programs. 18 or older-experience necessary. 2 - 6 pm, Mon-Fri. Call 746-4179.
Will recruit, screen, evaluate, support and coordinate volunteers. Develops and implements initial and ongoing training programs using effective delivery methods. Works with Extension agents to evaluate and develop volunteer appropriate projects and assignments. Maintains records of volunteer activities, requirements, eligibility, supporting paperwork, hours, and reports them as directed. Supports a diversity of volunteer recognition programming techniques 2 years Human Resources experience preferred. On-line application process @ www.jobs.vt.edu - Posting #SW0150701
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.
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CUST. SERV. & CALL CENTER Part-Time Counter Clerk for Cleaners Must have own transportation. Call 550-2991
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Wanted. Full-time position for an individual with an established mulch company. Responsibilities involve residential and commercial leaf collection, mulching, aeration and seeding. Room for advancement. Call 804-928-3537 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
HEALTHCARE Two CNA’s for shift work. 60 hours per week, days only. To care for an elderly lady in her home. $12.00 per hour. 804-746-5925..
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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.
OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS SERVICE DRIVER - ROAD WARRIOR Position available for service representative/truck driver, responsible for facility service for buildings within the tri-state area. Monthly service to our clients in various areas. Must be able to comprehend Building layouts and perform service in a timely manner. REQUIREMENTS: Professional appearance, Customer Service Skills: Valid driver’s license w/Excellent driving record , pass both drug and background Check; be able to climb step ladder and lift up to 25 lbs., can read and understand maps and blueprints; dependable, honest & trustworthy, CAN GET TO WORK ON TIME! Have dependable transportation to work; Please send resume with 3 references along with current employment status. FAX RESUME TO 804-368-0956 OR MAIL TO NLSLLC, PO BOX 358, HANOVER, VA. 23069
Legal Notices NOTICE OF ACTION VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HANOVER In Re: Estate of Fannie S. Baylor, Deceased CWF13000284 SHOW CAUSE ORDER It appearing that a report of the accounts of Larry D. James, Sr., Administrator of the estate of Fannie S. Baylor, deceased, and the debts and demands against such estate has been filed with the Clerk's Office, and that six months have elapsed since qualification, on motion of the personal representative, it is ORDERED that the creditors of, and all others interested in, the estate, show cause, if any they can, at 9:00 A.M. on the 5th day of November, 2015, before this Court at its courtroom against the payment and delivery of the estate to the persons thereunto entitled, without refunding bonds;
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*SUPERIOR FENCE CO* for the BEST VALUE on a Quality Wood Fence Call 559-2211 Repairs & Improvements of All Sizes Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates.
CHIMNEY CLEANING Hanover Chimney Sweeps Serving area since 1981. Ins. Chimney & Gutter Cleaning. 746-1056
ELECTRICAL Affordable Generator - Installations, Sales, Service & Repairs Free Estimates. BBB. Call 746-4350 www.mallory-electric.com CRH Electric - Class A Contractor - BBB Excellent w/Troubleshooting, Panel Upgrades, Recess Lighting, Master Electrician. Lic / Cert. www.crh-electric.com or 804-439-3470 Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044
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RESTAURANT & FOOD SERV. The Dairy Bar Restaurant, family operated for 70 years, now hiring PT/FT Experienced Servers. Off major holidays.Weekends a must. Perfect for those who need the afternoon & evenings off! Call Bill or Tricia, between the hours of 7 am & 11 am only. 355-1937. dairybarrestaurant.com
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We are an Elite GENERAC dealer and have been installing GENERAC generators since 2004 offering sales, service and maintenance agreements. Financing available. Call to schedule a free in home consultation at 804-365-0263 www.HOFEC.com
Winters Fencing 627-2935 Best Prices! Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates.
GARAGE A & E Door Company, LLC Eddie Funai, Owner/Operator Garage Doors & Openers Replaced or Repaired. Over 25 yrs. exp. Free Est.! Lic/Ins. Call 804-402-8522
GENERAL CONTRACTORS 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 Purcell Construction Hunter Purcell 804-972-2215 www.PurcellCons truction.Biz Custom Additions ∂ Barns ∂ Siding & Replacement Windows ∂ Roofing ∂ Home Repairs ∂ Decks ∂ Porches ∂ Inter/Exter Renovations ∂ Kitchen & Bath Remodels ∂ Free Est. ∂ Lic/Ins Res/Comm ∂ 31 yrs exp ∂ BBB ∂ Angie’s List ∂ Senior Citizens Discount Available.
GUTTER Drake’s Lawn Care GUTTER CLEANING - FREE ESTIMATES Mention this ad and receive 15% OFF a gutter cleaning! drakeslawncare.com Tim Drake (804)837-1555 Gutter Specialist Seamless Gutters, Guards, Cleanings & Repairs, 16 yrs. exp. Lic/Ins. Free Est. Stronghold Construction 804-218-1136 Congratulations Mech. Little League!!
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FENCING **Fence Scapes** 559-8797 Custom Wood, Chain-Link, Vinyl, Ornamental Aluminum. www.fencescapesllc.com
HEATING West End Heating and Air 804-288-4747 Sales • Service • Installation 20 Years Experience www.westendheatingandair.com
HOME REPAIR 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
HOUSEWASHING A BROWN’S HOUSE WASHING ROOF STAINS REMOVAL 804-937-8351 A Custom Landscaping- Powerwashing Low pressure housewashing. Multi house discount, Partial House Cleaning available. Vinyl Fencing & Concrete. Fall Specials! Lic/Ins. 543-1287 Affordable Powerwash - Houses, Roofs, Decks, Lic & Ins. 550-2345 Serving Mechanicsville for over 18 years. BL&G Powerwashing - Lic/Ins. Houses, Decks, Fences etc. Deck Sealing & Staining avail. Free Esimate, Donald Cassity 317-9156, 779-0349. www.BLGPowerwashing.com
HOUSEWASHING 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
LAWN CARE A SUPERIOR LANDSCAPE Commercial and Residential Landscaping Including design installation & maintenance, 12month contracts, irrigation installation & maintenance, hardscapes, driveway stone, drainage issues, outdoor lighting, mulch delivery & leaf removal services with curbside pickup. Lic/Ins. Call (804)746-2605
Green Hills Landscaping & Complete Lawn Care Leaf removal, fall clean up, hedges trimmed, mulching, gutter cleaning. Insured. References Free Estimates. Call 730-4567
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.
HANOVER HANDY SERVICES Low Pressure Powerwashing Gutter Cleaning Lic. & Ins. Call 363-8393 www.hanoverhandy.com Lee-Davis Powerwashing Homes, Decks, etc. Free Estimates. Licensed/Insured Call Keith Lowry 690-9387
HANDYMAN EXPRESS Your Small Job Specialist Painting, Repairs, and Maintenance Call Steve Hall 426-8544
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
HEATING BELL CREEK Heating Cooling Service & Preventative Maintenance. 31 yrs exp. Lic. Call 559-1045.
Locally owned & operated since 2001. Licensed & Insured. Houses, decks, deck staining & aggregate concrete sealing. 804-5399682 www.mpadrichmond.com
TONY’S HEATING and AIR APPLIANCE REPAIR Certified - Lic & Ins Handyman and Electrical Services Very Reasonable Rates. 804-727-9436 www.hvacmechanicsville.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
R. J. Davis Lawncare, Inc. Complete Lawn Care Services & Turf Care Packages 798-0492 www.RJDavisLawnCare.com
Sprinkler Blowout & Leaf Cleanup! Please call 804-307-9911
HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS LAWN CARE 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
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
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
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L&J Landscaping And Tree Service, LLC (804) 229-2694 1 Call For All Your Tree Needs Tree & Stump Removal, Bucket Truck and Climber 24 Hr Emergency Service. Free Est. Fully Insured.
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VINYL SIDING, WINDOW REPLACEMENT & EXTERIOR PAINTING Call Jacob’s Ladder, 804-230-0627 info@jacobsladderinc.com
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BB & T - Lee Davis 7016 Mechanicsville Tpke
PCT Remodeling Tile / Kitchens & Baths Free Est. Licensed & Insured. Call 264-9352
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Painting By George Interior & Exterior Reasonable Rates. Call 550-3260
PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352
TREE SERVICE Ernie’s Tree Service - Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding. Free Est. 75ft. Bucket Truck. BBB. 730-6563 or 833-9663
360 Coin Laundry & Cleaners 7040 Mechanicsville Tpke
BB & T - Mech 8074 Mechanicsville Tpke
Patio Design, Retaining Walls Deadwood/Thinning, Weight/Height Reduction, Tree/Stump Removal, Property Maintenance, Insured.
Covenant Woods 7090 Covenant Woods Dr.
For a free estimate call, 804-779-3464
EVB Bank (Mechanicsville) 8123 Mechanicsville Tpke.
Colonial Pharmacy 7510 Mechanicsville Tpke.
hanoverpuningandhardscapeinc.com Major Credit Cards Accepted
24 Hour Emergency Storm Service Trimming, Topping, Tree & Stump Removal. Firewood. Lic. & Ins. / Res. & Comm 804-937-3671 William A. Silva Jr., Owner/Operator
Hanover Cleaners 8092 Mechanicsville Tpke. Hanover Health & Rehab 8139 Lee Davis Road
Pay it Forward Tree Service - Log Split & Storm Damage. Pay what your budget will allow. Minimum climb price. Credit Cards Accepted. 22 yrs. exp. Ins. Troy 387-3434
Hometown Realty 7240 Lee Davis Rd, Suite 200 Lee Davis B & P 7051 Mechanicsville Tpke.
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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
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Committed Experience Over 20Years! New & Re-roofs Residential & Commercial Certified/Master Installers for GAF & Certainteed Standing Seam, Metal &Copper, Gutter Installation. BBB Member VA Class A Licensed - Fully Insured We accept all major credit cards.Call today for your FREE Estimate, 559-4144
ADAM S. MEDEK MEDEK TREE SERVICE, INC. Resid. & Comm. Services Tree Removal, Pruning, Stump Grinding Emergency Services Class A VA License Fully Insured – accepting VISA/MC/AmEx Call today for your FREE EST. 746-8580
A People’s Tree Service Professional work at a reasonable rate. Insured. Free Estimates. Mulch. Call 730-2163.
A SUPERIOR LANDSCAPE COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL TREE REMOVAL SERVICES Pruning, Stump Grinding, Emergency Services & Grapple Trucks available. Certified Arborists, Free estimates, Licensed & insured. 804-746-2605
Lee Davis Pharmacy 7023 Lee Park Road Long & Foster 6150 Mechanicsville Tpke Mechanicsville Drug 8077 Mechanicsville Tpke.
Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, etc. No Job too BIG or small. Lic/Ins. Free Estimates.
Mechanicsville Library 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place Mech Local Lobby 6400 Mechanicsville Tpke Shoneys 7137 Mechanicsville Tpke. Tropical Smoothie 7152 Mechanicsville Tpke.
Trimming & Take Downs. Stump Grinding. If it’s tree work we do it! Insured. Free Est. BBB THANK YOU!!! MC/VISA/Discover.
Atlee Branch Library 9161 Atlee Road BB&T Atlee Station 9186 Chamberlayne Road
Hanover Co Sheriff’s Office 7522 County Complex Road
EVB (Kings Charter) 9495 Charter Gate Drive
Pamunkey Regional Jail 7240 Courtland Farm Road
Hogg Professional Building 9137 Chamberlayne Road
Wickham Bldg 7515 County Complex Road
301 BP 9159 Chamberlayne Road
Owens and Minor 9120 Lockwood Blvd Hanover Deli 8161 Atlee Road
Valero Atlee & Meadowbridge 8188 Atlee Road . West Store 4225 Mechanicsville Tpke
ASHLAND 23005 Ashland Coffee & Tea 100 N Railroad Ave. Ashland Visitor Ctr 112 North Railroad Ave.
Valero (Atlee & Sliding Hill Rds.) 10030 Sliding Hill Road
Cross Brothers Grocery 107 South Center Street Han Community Svc 12300 Washington Hwy.
MANQUIN 23106
M & M Pizza - B&P Station 1418 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy. 360 Hardware & Rental 625 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy Manquin Post Office 2171 Richmond Tappahannock Hwy.
KING WILLIAM 23086
Rennie’s Texaco/KWm 5033 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.
One Stop Market 2185 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.
Village Bank (Old Mech) 8051 Mechanicsville Tpke.
Houndstooth Restaurant 13271 Hanover Courthouse Rd
The Dance Company 8324 Bell Creek Road, Ste
UPS Store 8005 C Creighton Parkway
Wallpaper Hanging & Removal. References. Reliable. Call Jane Watkins 746-9025 www.wallpaperrva.com
Han Co Admin Bldg 7516 County Complex Road
La Bella Hair Design 9369 Atlee Road, Ste 3105
Valero (King William) 12132 King William Road
Village Bank 6127 Mechanicsville Tpke.
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Martins 7324 Bell Creek Road
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Gary’s Plumbing Repair Service. Lic./Ins. 218-1467
MECHANICSVILLE 23116
Hanover Parks & Recreation 13015 Taylor Complex Lane Henry Clay Shopping Center Rt. 54 Patrick Henry YMCA 217 Ashcake Road Rise & Shine Diner 10372 Leadbetter Road Rite Aid 607 England Street Sheetz/Ashland 12341 N. Washington Hwy. . Sheetz/Leadbetter Dr 10037 Sliding Hill Road Skateland 516 N. Washington Hwy
GLEN ALLEN 23059 STUDLEY 23162
Studley Store 5407 Studley Road
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"If we don't sell your house, ERA will buy."
Do You Need Separate Extra Quarters? Separate Office Space? Hanover High School
1 Bed/1 Bath apartment over detached garage. Transitional rancher features 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms. Vaulted ceiling in the family room with a gas fireplace. The master suite, located on one side of the home offers a luxury bath and walkin closets! The kitchen opens into the breakfast nook. The sellers are leaving all of the appliances, including the refrigerator, washer and dryer in the apartment! There are 2 other first floor bedrooms on the other end of the house. There is a bonus room upstairs over the attached garage. In addition, this home features an office/den on the rear of the home! All this and much more in beautiful Crown Colony Price Drastically Improved!!! $399,950 Please call The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100
Lovely vinyl sided 3 bed/2 bath home on a quiet cul-de-sac lot w/large rear yard, rear attached deck for grilling out or entertaining and large first flr master bdrm! Large Addition Possible Lease Purchase on back–perfect for 2nd Family Rm! Two spacious upstairs bdrms! Ready to move into. The sellers are providing a One In Milestone! Year ERA Buyers Warranty to protect against the working Features 4 bedrooms and 2½ baths! The first floor offers an components in the house! $214,950 eat-in kitchen with a breakfast nook! The great room has Call The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100 vaulted ceilings and is set up for a theater. There is a home office on the first floor and a formal dining room! Enjoy the pool and all of the community amenities such as the playground, tennis courts and the clubhouse! Located in the Atlee High School District! Call Woody 357-0969
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HHHunt’s beautiful Oakham row house design home available in Rutland. This 2-story open Atrium foyer offers hardwood & crown molding, laundry rm, kitchen, formal DR, family rm, huge master with ensuite owners bathroom, two large guest rooms and loft/office area. Wonderfully landscaped backyard, paved driveway and 2-car attached Please Call Bradley Boykin 804-427-5104 garage. Fully irrigated on all sides. $334,950. to schedule An Interview! Call Kathy Carmichael 804-683-0011
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Studley Road Great location! Has been soil tested for Close In King William!! septic system and driveway has been All brick 3 bdrm/2 ba. rancher on an acre lot! Conveniently All Brick Rancher put in. 12.22 wooded acres $89,999 3 bdrm, 2 ba. Fresh paint. New carpet & vinyl Spacious eat- located off Route 30 near Central Garage! Lovely home that has been updated. Brand new 13 seer heat pump w/ in kitchen w/new appliances including refrigerator. Formal dining rm for entertaining or for the family on those special occasions! Paneled family rm has a wood burning fp w/wood stove. Master bdrm offers a full ba. with a shower! The rear has a large deck/patio for cooking out or entertaining. $199,900 Please call The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100
central air! Kitchen w/brand new stainless steel range & dishwasher! Brand new lighting! The carpet and vinyl are brand new! Freshly painted throughout and ready for an immediate occupant! $154,950 The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100
FOR RENT West Henrico 10910 Newlands Ave. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1800 sq ft ..$1450 7105 Rumsford Rd. 3 BR, 1 BA, 1025 sq ft ..$1050 6915 Miami Ave. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1625 sq ft.........$1600 2312 Williams St. 3 BR, 1 ½ BA ....................... $975 10430 Arapaho Ln. 2 BR, 1 BA manufactured...$675
East Henrico 2211 Holly St. 3 BR, 1.5 BA, 1500 sq ft ...........$1050 304 Glinhurst Rd. 3 BR, 1 BA ranch, 1000 sq ft..$1050 1303 Mount Erin Dr. 2 BR, 1 BA .....................$775 105 AP Hill 3 BR, 1 BA.......................................$1150
Mechanicsville 6270 Fieldshire Rd 3 BR, 1.5 BA, 1400 sq ft.. $1275 7250 Bellspring Dr. 3 BR, 2 BA......................$1300
Richmond 1801 4th Ave. 2 BR, 1 BA duplex, Northside .....$845 2312 Summer Hill Ave. 2 BR, 1 BA, Southside..$800 1715 N 23rd St. 4 BR, 1 BA ................................ $725
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HORSE LOVERS DREAM!!
50 plus acres w/25 in fenced pasture! The barn has over 8,000 square feet w/6 stalls & a huge loft! There is also a separate hay barn! There is 1300 square feet of finished living space! There are 2 baths, his & hers, and the drain field is approved for 308 people! This would make a perfect Equine Center! Also a new, vinyl sided chicken coop! Property can be divided also! $399,500 Please call The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100
Two 40 Acre Parcels in Old Church
Lovely rolling land! Perfect for horses! Picture perfect! Nice pasture plus wooded acreage! Potential to divide! There is another 40.5 acre parcel available for purchase that abuts this property and has large frontage on McClellan Road! $375,000 EACH
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Battlefield Green
Lovely lofted Cape Cod in Hanover High School District! Vinyl-sided home w/country front porch & large deck! Rear yard is fenced! 2 bdrms down & lg 2nd story master bdrm! A 2nd story loft area is perfect for office or den! Eat-in kitchen w/good cabinets & workspace. Community amenities include pool, tennis courts, playground areas, walking trails & clubhouse! $189,950 Call The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100
John Thiel
Call The Thiel-Morris Team at 804-467-9022 or 804-652-9025
Bell Creek
3-Story Transitional w/5 BRs, 3.5 BA & 3,444 sq. ft. 2-car garage, paved driveway, rear deck & patio & lot that backs up to 100 acre protected preserve! Open floor plan w/2-story foyer, spacious family rm w/surround & gas FP & opens to eat-in kitchen, formal rooms w/hdwd flrs & moldings. Master w/his & hers WIC & en suite & finished 3rd floor w/rec room, full bath & bedroom. $339,990
Mechanicsville/Hanover High g vinyl windows, detached storage shed & huge private yard. The interior offers hardwood flooring throughout, family room w/woodstove, eat-in kitchen with new vinyl flooring, new countertops, glass backsplash, new stove & chair rail. This home is adorable and would be great for a first time home buyer! Conveniently located and in the Hanover High School District! $159,950.
Creekside Village Luxury Townhome
End townhome for $202,810 w/$2500 in closing cost. Hanover County’s bestselling garage townhomes Gourmet Kitchen featuring upgraded maple cabinetry, granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. Upgraded Master Suite w/maple cabinets & Shower w/ seat 1560+ sq. ft. w/3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath & garage. Hwd Foyer, walk-in laundry room & more!
Pebble Creek
Immaculate 2 story transitional w/over 2100 sq. ft, 4 BR’s, 2.5 BA’s, screened porch & 2 car attached garage. 4-year-old 30-year dimensional roof, irrigation system, rear deck, fenced rear yard & shed. Formal dining rm, family rm w/new stone gas fp, updated eat-in kitchen w/granite counters, tile backslash, & stainless steel appliances. Lg. master bdrm w/walk-in closet & updated master bath w/new shower. Offered for $274,950.
18.5 Acres Fronting on Mountain Road Great opportunity. Recently appraised and appraisal available. Property sold “as is” and to be conveyed by a “special warranty deed”. $120,000 Please call The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100
Available in Rutland
Beautiful three-story town home located in Rutland in move-in ready condition. This home boasts hardwood flooring, ensuite owner’s bathroom with garden tub, separate shower walk-in closet, sunroom, formal dining room, ceiling fans, wood blinds, back deck and attached one car garage. Close to shopping, restaurants and the community YMCA. $249,950. Call Kathy Carmichael at 804-683-0011
King William
Lovely updated 3 Bed, 1 Bath rancher on 1 acre wooded! Features brand new vinyl siding, a new roof, new exterior doors and new double pane thermal windows! The interior is in absolute move-in condition! The kitchen has brand new cabinets and upgraded appliances! The bath has been totally upgraded! The entire home has been freshly painted and has all new carpet and vinyl throughout! $109,950 Call The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100
First Floor Master Suite
2 story 4 Bed/2½ Bath transitional on a park-like lot, oversized 2-tiered deck w/hot tub! Patio of stamped concrete w/built in stainless gas grill and a Green Egg smoker! Family rm has vaulted ceiling w/gas fireplace! Eatin kitchen updated w/granite countertops & new stainless microwave, dishwasher, range! Downstairs has refinished hwd floors. 3 other bedrms. Located in Atlee High School and Chickahominy Middle School district. $399,950 Call The Woody Hogg Team 427-5100
Hanover Grove
Water Front
Views of Chickahominy River vinyl sided Split Foyer w/3 BR, 2 full BAs & 1900 sq. ft. Huge deck, newer heat pump, water heater & 1 acre lot. Interior offers a family rm w/beautiful view of water, eat-in kitchen w/double wall oven, new cabinets, stainless steel appliances, Corian countertops & lg breakfast nook. Full finished basement has 3rd BR, recreation space, & full ba. $215,000.
2-Story w/3 BR’s, 2.5 BA’s & 2,184 sq. ft. 2-car garage, paved driveway, storage shed w/electricity, new heat pump, newer roof & gutters & newer windows, rear deck, gazebo w/hot tub, screened rear porch & fully privacy fenced! Family room w/wood stove, eat-in kitchen w/new vinyl flooring, island, pantry, & breakfast nook w/bay window & formal dining rm w/hdwd flrs. Master suite on second floor w/carpet, ceiling fan, his & hers walk-in closets & en suite bath. Well kept, move-in ready home. $245,000.
Honey Meadows
3-story Courtland Gate on 1 acre level lot in Estates section of Honey Meadows! 4 BRs, 3.5 BAs & 3,984 sq ft. 2-car garage & 16 x 22 deck. Open flr plan, gourmet kitchen w/granite counters, stainless steel & morning rm w/vaulted ceilings. Formal dining, living rms & 1st flr office. Master suite w/walk-in closet, luxury ba & finished 3rd flr bonus rm. Community pool & Atlee High School! Offered for $372,000
Mechanicsville/Atlee High
Completely renovated all brick rancher with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths & 2,300 sq. ft. Hardwood floors throughout, upgraded kitchen w/granite countertops and tile flooring. Offered for $265,000.
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ANOVER – As Teresa “Teri” Smith, general registrar and director of elections for Hanover County, prepares for the Nov. 3 General Election, she expects about a 40 percent voter turnout since the ballot includes constitutional officers and the board of supervisors. “Hanover County is historically in the top three of voter turnout for any type of election, so we know we’re going to be busy,” she said. “We’re preparing for the election by training all of the officers of elections. We couldn’t do it without the officers of elections and those are citizens of Hanover County.” Next week, Smithson said they “need about 196 officers of election to pull this election off. And we are always in search of new officers of election to serve. The average age for an election officer is 72.” “What people don’t realize is that we call it volunteering with a tip because they are paid positions as an officer of election,” she said. “We have volunteer officers of election – they basically waive pay. That has only been in existence for a couple of years.” That option became available due to a law passed by the Virginia General Assembly. Smithson described Hanover County as being “historically very active politically and they really care about their community and that’s why we see folks spending those long hours in the polling place. I think sometimes folks forget those are their neighbors in there. We are very blessed here in Hanover County to have very good people. “One of the big things that you’re going to see with this election is write-ins. Local elections will generate a large number of write-ins – anywhere from none of the above to Mickey Mouse,” she said. She emphasized that every vote does count. “Voters don’t realize that their vote counts, but I can assure you that every single vote is counted because when you have to have a recount and only a handful of votes separates a winner from a loser each and every vote does count; it does make a difference.” Smithson does ask that those who write-in to write legibly. She said she does appreciate the writein votes. “People can win with a write-in, but write legibly because we need to actually document each and every write-in.” “As an example,” she continued, “four years ago during the local elections, there were over 3,000 write-ins. That’s a lot of write-ins.”
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Due to what Smithson called “the break out of the Senate and House districts,” Hanover County has 12 different ballots. The Farrington precinct has moved from the Jessica Beath Clinic “because we found that we had some issues with of allergies with animals.” Smithson said Farrington precinct has moved “to the beautiful Abner Baptist Church on Abner
ticular offices, so it’s important that voters look and determine who is on their ballot.” She said voters have come into her office to vote absentee questioning district lines. “You get crosscontamination,” Smithson added. Local elections can be confusing, such as the 12th District Senate seat being vacated by Walter Stosch. There are three candidates running: Deborah M.
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The Voter Registrar’s Office includes, from left, Sharon Griffin, assistant general registrar III; Teresa “Teri” Smithson, general registrar/director of elections; and Sheilah Frattini, deputy general registrar. Frances Dailey, part-time assistant general registrar; Diane Ware, volunteer; and Kevin Damian, voting equipment custodian; also are members of the staff.
Church Road” in the South Anna District. Smithson said that all registered voters at the Farrington precinct was sent a new voter registration card. If any voters at the precinct have not received a new card, they need to call the Voter Registrar’s Office at 804-365-6080. The voter registrar cautions voters to look at their voter registration cards to determine what their Senate and their House district is as well as their magisterial district. She cited the Elmont precinct as an example. “Elmont Elementary [School] is in the South Anna District, but they’re in the 9th Senate [District], which is [Donald] McEachin and they’re in the 55th [District], which is [Hyland F. “Buddy”] Fowler. They have one ballot all by themselves because they’re the only polling place that has those par-
Repp, Democrat; Siobhan S. Dunnavant, Republican; and Robert “Scott” Johnson, Independent. Every year Smithson said she goes to “each and every polling place to make sure that it’s ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant and that the sidewalks aren’t cracked where it would create an issue for someone entering the polling place.” Looking ahead, Smithson said, “2016 is not so far away. We’re already preparing for the presidential March 1 primary and we’re anticipating it to be a dual primary, then on June 14 is the other primary for all the other offices and then the Nov. 8 presidential election and May 3 is the Ashland Town Council election. So, in 12 months, we’re going to have five elections and that doesn’t count if we have
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a recount or a special election.” She explained that a dual primary may be necessary because “there are so many Republicans that are throwing their hat in the ring for the presidential run and we know that Hillary [Clinton] has somebody running against her for the Democratic [primary]. When you have the two parties that can’t represent them in November, they come together for a primary. So when a voter comes into a polling place they have to decide Republican or Democratic. It confuses folks sometimes. One vote/one person -that’s the confusion. “Plus, you’re basically holding two elections at the same time and you need twice as many officers of elections. It’s pretty intense. Absentee has to note, including military, has to say which side of the fence you want to be on.” Smithson is quick to praise the dedicated efforts of the officers of elections. “I challenge anybody to do what they officers of elections do and have to deal with the ever-changing laws that the General Assembly gives us every year related to elections. You’ve got to have a sense of humor and you’ve got to have a passion for this. This is the cornerstone of our world in the United States is the ability to vote. Without the citizens of Hanover and them stepping up as officers . . . they deserve a lot of credit – absolutely.” “When we went through the bailout process just before the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Section 5 of the Voters Rights Act is a little wonky and they threw it out and told Congress to fix it, we were the last locality in the United States to receive a bailout from the judge,” she said. “So I had to do research for 10 years prior and 10 years ago.” As for the number of registered voters, Smithson said there were 38,475 in 2002 in Hanover County and 72,378 this year. Her staff, however, is small. Smithson has an assistant registrar and a deputy registrar. “Three people and it’s never increased. It wasn’t until this fiscal year that we were given a part-time assistant. We do it with a lot of volunteers. If it wasn’t for our officers of elections coming in and volunteering, especially during a presidential year, there’s no way we could do it.” Smithson has been in the office for five years. “It was actually five years in September, so I completed my first four-year term and was reappointed to another four-year term by the Electoral Board and that started July 1.”
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Hanover County Voter Registrar’s Office information Address: Wickham Building 7497 County Complex Road, Suite 119 Hanover, VA 23069 Phone: 804-365-6080 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday; 4:30 a.m. until the last ballot is counted on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Teresa F. Smithson, general registrar and director of elections for Hanover County tfsmithson@ hanovercounty.gov. The Office of the General Registrar and Electoral Board of Hanover County strives to promote the highest level of service
to the citizens of the commonwealth by providing equitable opportunities to register and vote; and by maintaining accurate records relating to voter registration, elections, election officials and candidates. It is committed to promoting democracy and public trust in its endeavors to ensure fair and impartial elections. Notice of voting precinct location change The voting precinct 701 Farrington of the South Anna Magisterial District has moved to the Abner Baptist Church located at 15143 Abner Church Road Glen Allen, VA 23059. All voters in that area will receive a
new voter registration card. Voters will still need a photo ID when going to the polls to cast a ballot on Nov. 3, Election Day. Moving within the commonwealth If a voter has moved their residence from one precinct to another within the commonwealth, they may vote in the precinct from which they have moved in the following November general election and any intervening election unless their registration has been transferred or cancelled. Voters may continue to vote in the precinct from which they moved, for federal offices only, through the
second general and intervening elections for federal office, provided that: The voter has moved their residence from one precinct to another in the same jurisdiction and the same congressional district The voter has failed to respond to the confirmation of address notice mailed to the voter by the Department of Elections or their local registration office (as provided in 24.2-428 of the Code of Virginia) The voter’s registration has not been transferred or cancelled The voter has confirmed orally or in writing their new address before an officer of election at a polling location
Important dates to remember Saturday, Oct. 31 Absentee voting will be available in the registrar’s office at the Wickham Building. (Tuesday, Oct. 27, was the deadline to apply for absentee ballot by mail.) Tuesday, Nov. 3 Election Day. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Any person who is in line by 7 p.m. will be permitted to vote.
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Election frequently asked questions What will be on my ballot? During this election, voters will be able to cast votes for candidates running for the offices of member Senate of Virginia for the 4th Congressional District, member Senate of Virginia for the 9th District, member House of Delegates for the 55th Congressional District, member House of Delegates for the 97th District, clerk of court, commonwealth’s attorney, sheriff, commissioner of revenue, treasurer, member board of supervisors for Districts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, member school board for Districts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and Hanover-Caroline County Soil and Water Conservation Director. Will I be voting on paper or an electronic touch screen voting machine? Voters in Hanover County are given a paper ballot on which to cast their votes. Each office to be voted on will be listed on the front of an 8½x1inch paper ballot. Each of the five voting districts will have individualized ballots. Voters will need to completely fill in the oval beside the candidate(s) name being voted for. Do not place a check mark or an “x” on any oval. Voters are not required to vote in every race if they do not want to. If you make a mistake, find the nearest poll worker and ask for a new ballot. Once you ballot is placed in the optical scanner machine, the vote is officially cast and cannot be repealed. What forms of identification are acceptable for voting? Voters are required to present an acceptable form of photo ID when they check in at the polls. If you do not have one, the registrar can make one for you free of charge in the registrar’s office. Acceptable forms of photo ID include: Valid Virginia Driver’s License or Identification Card Valid Virginia DMV-issued Veteran’s ID card Valid United States Passport Valid employee photo identification card Other government-issued photo identification cards Valid college or university student photo identification card (must be from an institution of higher education located in Virginia) Employee identification card containing a photograph of the voter issued by an employer of the voter in the ordinary course of the employer’s business Virginia voter photo identification card obtained through any local registrar’s office How do I know if I’m registered to vote?
To check whether you are registered to vote or not, call the Hanover County registrar’s office at 804-365-6080 or visit http://hanovercounty.gov/ RG/2015_November_General__Sample_Ballott. pdf. The busiest time for voting is typically between the hours of 6 and 9 a.m. If you have to vote during this time, anticipate a potential wait in line and please be patient. What do I do if I am not going to be in the county on Nov. 3? Voters who will not be in Hanover County on Nov. 3 can vote via absentee ballot either by mail or in-person. To vote absentee, a registered voter must complete a Virginia Absentee Ballot Application; copies can be picked up from the registrar’s office or downloaded from the Virginia Department of Elections’ website. All absentee ballots must be received by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27. What if I am a uniformed-service or overseas citizen and would still like to vote in my county? Covered uniformed-service and overseas citizens who have not timely received a regular absentee ballot may use the Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot (FWAB) to register to vote, request an absentee ballot and vote using FWAB you download, complete and mail. Your completed FWAB – signed by you and your witness – must be received no later than the close of polls on Election Day. If received later than this day and time, your FWAB ballot normally will not be counted. Federal write-in absentee ballots are available at www.fvap.gov. A FWAB ballot or regular ballot can only be returned by mail addressed to the voting official for your city or county of voting absence. Virginia does not allow return of any voted ballot electronically, by email or fax. Once you are finished voting your FWAB, the package you return must consist of: Your voted ballot A blank, sealed security envelope (which you supply) containing your voted ballot and nothing else The form titled “Voter’s Declaration/ Affirmation” which can be completed, signed and dated by you and a witness A return mailing envelope (which you supply) addressed to General Registrar, Attention Absentee Voting Officer, followed by your locality’s address. Please include your current mailing address in the return address area in the upper left hand corner.
How do I change my address, name or other voter registration information? To remain a qualified, registered voter, the law requires voters to notify their local registration office of any chance in name or address. Requests must be postmarked at least 22 days before the next Primary or General Election in which you plan to vote. Voters will receive an updated Voter Card in the mail. If you do not receive this acknowledgement within 30 days after mailing the Virginia Voter Registration Application Form, contact the Hanover County registrar’s office or the Virginia Department of Elections. You may make a change of address, name or other information by: Sending a letter to your general registrar Completing an address change notification provided by the DMV Using the form on the back of your voter card Using the Virginia Voter Registration Application Form Using the online registration portal What if I don’t understand how to vote? You are entitled to a demonstration of the voting equipment. There is a demonstration officer at each polling location that is there to help with the operation of the machines. Feel free to ask for assistance. Can my child watch me vote? Your minor child, 15 years or younger, may go with you into the voting booth. Do I have to vote for every office on the ballot? No, you do not have to vote for every office on the ballot. For example, if you would only like to vote for a candidate running for member of the board of supervisors, you do not have to vote for any of the candidates running for any other office. Your vote for the candidate running for member of the board of supervisors will still be counted. What do I do if I have a disability or mobility issue? All election polling locations are required to provide accessibility for persons with disability or mobility concerns. This includes devices to make the voting machine accessible. Persons with disability or mobility issues may want to consider voting via an absentee ballot by mail or in-person
before Election Day in order to avoid having to stand in line. If you have a disability and do not want to vote absentee, contact your registrar before Election Day to discuss your particular needs and what may need to be done to accommodate you. Keep in mind that anyone who assists you in the voting process on Election Day must do so according to your instructions and without trying to influence your vote. Your assistant also is strictly prohibited from, in any way, telling others how you voted. You may want to vote from your car. All polling locations are required to offer “curbside voting” to anyone who has a physical disability or is 65 years or older. Voters who participate in curbside voting may need to send someone inside the polling location to request curbside voting unless your precinct has a lookout or other mechanism in place to alert election officers inside. Voters also may want to call ahead of time and communicate their approximate arrival time to help ease the process. You may request an “audio ballot.” Voters who request an audio ballot will be provided a set of headphones and a ballot will be read aloud to them. Audio ballots are available at all polling locations. If you are blind, you may have anyone assist you with your ballot. If you are not blind but need assistance with your ballot, you may have anyone assist you EXCEPT your employer or union representative. What do I do if I make a mistake on my ballot? If you have made a mistake on your ballot, you need to change your vote BEFORE your ballot is cast. If you are using a paper ballot and have not placed your ballot in an official election container, ask an election official to void your spoiled ballot and for a new ballot. Change cannot be made to your ballot once it is cast, even if you have made a mistake. Is my vote secure? A voting machine can only record your vote, not your name or any identifying or personal information. No one can tell how you voted based on your submitted ballot. If an assistant helps you vote he or she is strictly prohibited from telling anyone how you voted. All voting machines in Virginia are tested and certified for accuracy and security both before authorization for use in Virginia and prior to each election.
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lections decide the leadership that guides legislation and enforcement of regulations. The right to vote is something many people take for granted, but elsewhere in the world many people have no say with regard to their political leaders, which only emphasizes the importance of participating in the election process whenever you’re afforded the opportunity to do so. The first step to prepare for Election Day is to confirm your eligibility. Age, legal residency and citizenship status are just a few of the factors that may affect your eligibility to vote. County clerks, municipal offices as well as the Division of Motor Vehicles should have voter registration forms, and additional information is available online. Canadians can register or check voter registration status at www.elections.ca. Voter registration may have to be filed several weeks to a month in advance of Election Day in order for you to be eligible. In the United
States, when voter eligibility is in question at the time of an election, a person typically may cast a provisional vote, which will then be considered after other ballots are counted. Once your eligibility has been verified, it is important to know the dates of key elections. Local newspapers often print schedules and this information can be found online as well. Various local and federal elections occur each year, and November is when national elections take place in the United States. Before voting, voters should research the respective candidates for each election. To better understand candidates’ platforms, visit their websites as well as those of nonpartisan political organizations, such as The League of Women Voters. Deciding who to vote for requires more than just siding with a particular political party. Read as much as you can on the candidates’ beliefs, concerns and voter history. This will help you make the best decision possible.
In the days leading up to Election Day, confirm your polling location and voting options. USA.gov advises that if you need special assistance, contact your local elections office for information, advice, and educational materials about voting equipment and details on access to the polling place, including designated parking. Understand that voter intimidation is illegal. Never feel obligated to vote for one candidate because you felt bullied into doing so. Your vote should remain private unless you want to share your choice with others. Keep in mind that, in addition to voting for candidates, you may asked to answer additional questions about issues impacting your local community. These are called ballot measures. A voter guide also may include information about certain issues that will require your vote. Elections are on the horizon and preparing now can help voters make educated and sound choices at the polls -Metro
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Yet Hanover County offers little, if any, real transparency to its residents. We are told what decisions have been made only after they have been made. We have little opportunity for real discussion and debate. I pledge to change that.
In In the the last last 4 4 years, years, there there has has been been little effort to to correct correct the the financial financial damage caused by the Great Recession. Recession. We invest less in local funds Great perpupil pupilin in2015 2015than thanwe wedid didin in2009.* 2009. per Under Under the the current current Board, Board, schools scheduled for for renovation renovation by 2020 are no longer scheduled Clearlythe the scheduledfor forimprovement.** improvement. Clearly emphasis emphasis on on quality quality education education has faded.
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he or she can do so. Others can access content online, which is typically updated regularly as newsworthy items become available. Newspapers have frequently been the first source people turn to for information on various subjects, including current events and sports. Even now, despite the prevalence of television news, people still look to the newspapers for indepth coverage of hot topics. Additionally, some newspaper content is mirrored online or offered in some other complementary form. For example, fans of comics in the newspaper may not realize they’re a major source of syndication revenue. In an effort to snag a bigger chunk of key demographics, comics not only are being run in the newspaper, but also are being adapted into “apps” that can be viewed on tablets, computers and smartphones to further their visibility. The Internet may be creatsee NEWSPAPERS, pg. 12
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SAFETY IS A FUNDAMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Hanover’sfinancial financial support support of of our Sheriff Hanover’s Sheriff, and Fire/EMS services not enable the FIre/EMS services dodo not enable the departments to meet even minimum departments to meet even miminum safety safety standards. Fire/EMS facilities have staffing standards. Fire/EMS facilities areno closed duringduring parts of the of day/night.* and locked parts the day/night. Thereisisno no crew crew on on duty. duty. This This puts There puts your your family and and your your property property at family at risk. risk.
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Peterson’s Promises are Kept Canova Peterson, Supervisor for the Mechanicsville District, and Congressman David Brat, U.S. House of Representatives
Promise: To listen and respond to citizens • Held regular open forums and town halls, not just in election years.
Promise: To Demand fiscal responsibility • Hanover County has three AAA bond ratings (smallest County in America to do so) and is in its strongest equity position ever.
Promise: To fight for fair and equitable taxation • Maintained existing property tax rate and minimized selective proffer taxes, which the county could not use by law until excess school capacity has been eliminated.
Promise: To support local businesses and economic development
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• Encouraged changes to incorporate a business and citizen friendly approach in all county departments. He has changed “Stumbling Blocks into Stepping Stones.”
Promise: To restrain growth of the bureaucracy • Held overall government growth to no more than needed to meet current primary responsibilities and incremental enhancements in public safety and education.
Promise: To support Law Enforcement, Fire and EMS
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• Unfroze 7 Law Enforcement positions, added 6 Law Enforcement positions, added 4 Court Service positions and added 14 Fire/EMS positions. Additional 14 Law Enforcement and 24 Fire/EMS positions are included in the current 5 year plan.
Promise: To support international quality education • Increased Hanover School budgets to point where we are currently spending the highest per pupil amount in the history of the school system. • Instrumental in establishing the Joint Education Committee to allow stronger collaboration with School Board, School Administration, and Board of Supervisors. • Hanover anticipates being the largest County in Virginia with 100% accreditation of schools.
“An outstanding public servant, Mr. Canova Peterson, is seeking re-election to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors on November 3, 2015. I first met Canova four years ago, before either of us held public office. I immediately realized that he is a man of sound character, conservative values, and high principles. Since then, we both been elected to positions where we can serve our fellow citizens. I keep close tabs on what is going on in my district and have noticed that Canova has done something very unusual for someone in the world of politics. He has done exactly what he promised to do during his campaign! He has also maintained the highest ethical standards when making decisions for our community. I wish I had more colleagues and friends like him in Washington, D.C. I fully support and endorse Canova Peterson to continue to serve the good people of Hanover. I hope you will too.” — Congressman Dave Brat “Hanover County continues to lead the Commonwealth with safe communities, economically competitive business climate, and high quality schools. Over the past four years, Canova Peterson’s leadership and dedication to the community has continued Hanover County’s commitment to these core values that we expect and cherish.” — Senator Ryan T. McDougle “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 county issues, I proudly endorse Canova’s re-election. I urge everyone who wants conservative leadership in Hanover to vote for Canova on November 3rd.” — Delegate Chris Peace “The Hanover County Board of Supervisors is up for reelection this November 3. Once again an outstanding individual, Canova Peterson, has offered himself as a candidate for reelection to represent the Mechanicsville District. I believe he will serve in a manner in keeping with Hanover’s traditions of good government. I commend Canova Peterson to the citizens of Mechanicsville and all of Hanover County and hope that the citizens will go to the polls on Nov. 3 to reelect him to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors.” — Frank D. Hargrove Sr., Retired Delegate
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A Special Supplement to The Mechanicsville Local & The Hanover Local
October 28, 2015
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NEWSPAPERS
VOTER Continued from pg. 9
ing a dramatic shift in the business model and the products offered by newspapers, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing, presenting new opportunities for newspapers to expand on their offerings in unique ways. Many papers now enable readers to express their comments about news stories online, which fosters a global discussion that can bring people from various parts of the world together. Newspapers also are shifting the mix of stories they offer to provide a stronger balance of entertainment, lifestyle and other subjects that are more relevant to people’s daily lives than politics and international affairs may be. In turn, newspapers are attracting new readers both offline and online. Few can argue about the validity of newspapers for current events. Students exploring current topics and presenting them in school are frequently urged to look to newspapers for content. Editors are largely apprised of up-and-coming trends and are given firstsee information before the general public, which they later share in their publications. Local newspapers truly offer the best window into what makes a community unique. When searching for local jobs, events or merchandise, newspapers and their respective Web sites remain a reliable resource for their readers. Despite the ominous forecasts projecting the demise of newspapers, many publications are still going strong and proving just how valuable a resource they can be. Metro
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A Special Supplement to The Mechanicsville Local & The Hanover Local October 28, 2015