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HANOVER – Several residents questioned staffing at Hanover Fire-EMS stations across Hanover County and requested that members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors work with citizens to improve that service.

During a public comment period at last Wednesday’s regular board meeting, Rockville resident

Linda Moore said minimum coverage should be maintained at all of the county’s fire stations, and said a new group has formed on Facebook to address mounting concerns.

“We need to be working together with our county leaders to make our Fire-EMS services in Hanover a top priority,” Moore said. “All fire stations in Hanover County must be sufficiently staffed 24 hours a

day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.”

Chief Jethro Piland said response time goals for EMS are under nine minutes in 80 percent of calls.

Fire response goals for the Suburban Service District are less than nine minutes and under 15 minutes outside that zone.

The chief said moving units see FIRE-EMS, pg. 5

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And they’re off! The Papa John’s 4K Pizza Run returns for the 2016 Hanover Tomato Festival at Pole Green Park.

Get ready for county’s favorite fruit: It’s festival time

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor MECHANICSVILLE – The Hanover Tomato Festival Committee and the staff of

Hanover County Parks and Recreation are counting the days – just like everyone else in Hanover County – until the 2016 Hanover Tomato Festival.

This year, the Tomato Festival will be held from 9 a.m. Saturday, July 9, until 4 p.m. at Pole Green Park, located at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane in Mechanicsville.

Since 1978, one is billed as the largest single day event in Mechanicsville. A record turnout filled the park with about

cancer victim helps to fund research

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

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rare and deadly pediatric cancer called Alveolar

Rhabdomyosarcoma claimed the life of a Hanover County teen late last year.

The journey of Iris Jacobs, who was 14 when she passed away on Dec. 30, 2015, was chronicled by her mother, Debra “Deb,” through Caring Bridge.

Deb said Iris’ “optimism, perseverance and grace endeared her to the greater Hanover community. She touched so many lives in her short lifespan.”

Iris was diagnosed on Nov. 25, 2013, and underwent more than 54 weeks

of chemotherapy with 31 days of radiation in conjunction with 18 days of chemo. see SONG, pg. 7

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At this time of year when children are out of school, the need for nutritious food is even greater. Shown are, from left, Jessica Hildebrand of Mechanicsville, Carson, 1½, and Ethan, 3½, handing food items to Betty Parker, Henrico East Rotarian at Rutland Kroger in Mechanicsville.

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MECHANICSVILLE — Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center and Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital have received Healthgrades’ 2016

Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence.

The facilities are two among 260 recipients nationwide to receive the prestigious honor, placing them in the top 5 percent of hospitals that deliver high-quality care in the nation across at least 21 of 32

common inpatient conditions and procedures, as evaluated

by Healthgrades.

Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital and Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center are the only hospitals in Central Virginia named to the list.

County offices, libraries, convenience centers closing for holiday HANOVER — All Hanover County government offices will be closed on Monday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

All branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library also will be closed on July 4.

Hanover’s six solid waste convenience centers and the U.S. 301 Transfer Station will be closed on Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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Trucker gets six months for killing 18-year-old bicyclist

By Brandon Shulleeta Richmond Times-Dispatch HANOVER — A truck driver has been sentenced to six months in jail for a fatal collision in Hanover County last year, in which he

failed to give enough clearance to an 18-year-old bicyclist, swiped her handlebars, and then drove over her body.

During the sentencing hearing Thursday, the victim’s mother gave emotional testimony about a loving, hardworking young woman

who was the heart of the family and adored by many, only to be robbed of her future by a truck driver who saw her in advance but did too little to avoid her.

“Her heart, and just who she was, touched so many people,” Judy Goodrow said of her daugh-

ter, Kristina Cherie Goodrow, noting that about 800 people attended her funeral.

Goodrow wept as she said she remembers standing beside her husband, Michael, grievsee BICYCLIST, pg. 17

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Suspect damaged victim’s property at 7100 Aquarius Dr. Person attempted to harm themselves at 8200 North Mayfield Lane.

June 16

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at Mechanicsville Turnpike and Bell Creek Road.

Suspect assaulted victim at 6100 Retreat Hill Lane.

Suspect stole items from 7400 Barnette Ave.

Suspect was in possession of listed items at 12400 W. Patrick Henry Rd. Suspect assaulted victim at 9200 Saddle Ct.

Suspect assaulted victim at 13400 Liberty School Rd.

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at North Lakeridge Park and North Park Court.

Suspect attempted to obtain items fraudulently at 10100 Lewistown Rd. Suspect damaged victim’s property at 7300 Barnette Ave. Suspect fled the scene of an accident at 8100 Mechanicsville Tpk. Suspect damaged victim’s property at 8000 Creekside Village Dr. Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at 9100 Chamberlayne Rd. Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at 10300 Kings Acres Rd.

Suspect assaulted victim at 6300 McClellan Rd.

Suspect stole items from 16100 Theme Park Way.

Suspects damaged victim’s property at 7000 Tammy Lane.

Suspect assaulted victim at 16000 Theme Park Way.

Suspect assaulted victim at 9300 Totopotomoy Trail.

June 20

Suspect stole items at 16000 Theme Park Way.

Suspect assaulted victim at 9200 Hanover Crossings Dr.

Suspect obtained money under false pretense at 6400 Twin Girls Lane.

Suspect stole items at 16000 Theme Park Way.

Suspect assaulted victim at 5400 Mechanicsville Tpk.

Suspect forged items at 13100 Mountain Rd.

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at Mechanicsville Turnpike and Interstate 295.

Suspect damaged victim’s property at 6300 Gemstone Place.

Suspect assaulted victim at 9000 Sutlers Lane.

Suspect fled the scene of an accident at 11200 Air Park Rd.

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Suspect broke into 15400 Beaverdam Rd.

Suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at Mechanicsville Turnpike and Cold Harbor Road.

Suspect obtained items fraudulently at 7200 Bell Creek Rd.

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Suspect assaulted victim at 9100 Atlee Rd.

Suspect fled the scene of an accident at 16000 Theme Park Way.

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Commonwealth’s attorney explains laws taking effect (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Ramon E. “Trip” Chalkley III, commonwealth’s attorney for Hanover County.)

As always, on July 1, 2016, certain new laws or amendments to existing statutes will take effect in the Commonwealth. Due to the veto session in the General Assembly, I have yet to receive the full text of all of these changes. What is set forth in the following is a summary of new legislation taken from a synopsis furnished by the Virginia Association of Commonwealth’s Attorneys.

Should any reader have a question about any matter discussed in this summary, please contact me directly at 804-3656186. This article does not discuss all new legislation, only those changes or new laws, which I believe are of interest to most of my fellow citizens.

A district court may order that a dog that has killed only poultry be microchipped and be confined securely, or transferred to another owner.

Previously, such dog would have to be destroyed or sent to another state.

Civil immunity is provided to first responders who forcibly enter a vehicle to save a companion animal from serious bodily injury or death.

This applies to damage to the vehicle or the animal but does not apply if gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct is present.

All wild birds and wild animals may be hunted with a slingshot, except deer, bear, elk, and turkey.

It is illegal to intentionally release a hunting dog(s) on the land of another, posted pursuant to §18.2-134.1, without permission. A first offense is punishable by a fine; a second offense within three years is a Class 1 misdemeanor, punish-

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able by a fine of up to $2,500.00 and/or incarceration of up to 12 months. Dogs simply being on the land is not sufficient evidence to prove intent.

Local governments may pass ordinances to address the hunting of coyotes with a firearm larger than .22 rimfire.

Asset forfeiture law was changed to state that interest in seized property may not be waived until an information has been filed. Roadside waivers that occur when law enforcement seeks a waiver of the right to property by the owner on the side of the road has been eliminated. The burden of proof placed upon the Commonwealth in forfeiture hearings has been raised from a “preponderance of the evidence” to “clear and convincing evidence.”

The definition of “abused or neglected child” was expanded to include children who have been trafficked.

A Class 4 felony (2 to 10 years) was created for the abuse and neglect of a child when there is serious injury or death of a child under the care of an unlicensed daycare provider. Failure of the provider to secure the license constitutes a willful act or omission.

A child victim evidentiary hearsay exception was created that permits a hearsay exception for an outcry of abuse by a child under a certain age to be admissible for substantive purposes. The hearsay statement is admissible in trial for enumerated felony offenses against children under the age of 13.

Certain misdemeanor sex offenses against a minor had the statute of limitations extended to one year after the victim turns 18 to initiate a prosecution.

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were added to the sex offender registry. Also, an offender’s current work address and/or college/university were added to the registry online information. A homeowners’ association may request and receive from the Virginia State Police notice of the registration of offenders whose registered address is in the same or contiguous zip code.

A juvenile intake officer m a y issue a capias (process for arrest) for an adult under age 21 for a DeJESUS crime committed before he or she was 18.

The maximum jail sentence is increased to up to 12 months for each offense with a 36 month cap.

A deferred finding for domestic simple assault is permitted when the victim is a family or household member.

Previously, this was permitted only for a charge of domestic assault and battery.

A “no contact” order in an emergency protective order includes not being in the “physical presence” of the abused person, family or household members. Physical presence includes intentionally making direct visual contact or unreasonably being within 100 feet of the petitioner’s home or work.

The requirement that a bodily injury be “serious” to charge a felony of assault and battery resulting in injury while under a protective order has been removed.

In a stalking prosecution, actual notice to the stalker that the victim desires no contact

provides prima facie evidence of intent to place the victim in fear of injury to the victim or the victim’s family. This notice may be provided by anyone, can be written or oral, and the protective order may act as notice.

A second offense of stalking within five years is a felony (previously it was a third offense) and does not require the same victim be involved.

Any defendant in a domestic assault case under a deferred disposition must be ordered into a treatment program.

A new Class 6 felony (up to 5 years in prison) was enacted for anyone possessing a firearm while under a permanent protective order for domestic abuse. The individual has 24 hours after service of the order to remove the firearm(s). This applies to any permanent protective order, even if issued before July 1, 2016.

A Class 6 felony was enacted to apply to any person under a protective order who violates the order while knowingly armed with a deadly weapon, not just merely possessing the weapon.

Virginia residents are permitted to purchase firearms with just one government issued photo ID showing residency in Virginia. Armed forces members may use a Department of Defense ID and a copy of permanent duty orders assigning them to a post in Virginia or a copy of their Leave and Earnings statement.

Certain individuals previously adjudicated at age 14 or older of a crime that would be a felony if committed by an adult may possess firearms and secure a concealed weapon permit if they have completed a 2 -year term of enlistment in the military and have been honorably discharged.

Virginia will recognize concealed carry permits of all other states if the holder is

21 years of age, the issuing state has a 24/7 verification process, the holder carries a government issued photo ID and the holder has not had a Virginia concealed carry permit revoked.

It is now a Class 1 misdemeanor to fraudulently represent oneself as a former or current member of the Armed Services to obtain services (e.g., to gain a free haircut or discount admission into an event). It is a Class 4 misdemeanor to fit a dog with a vest, etc., in order to represent the dog as a service dog with the intent to fraudulently gain public access for the dog.

The minimum age for marriage was raised to 18 unless emancipated by court order.

For motorcycles, the maximum number of lights allowable to provide forward illumination is increased from 4 to 5. DMV shall issue permits to vehicles transporting a watercraft when the total outside width is between 102 and 108 inches.

No locality may regulate the use of privately owned, unmanned aircraft (drones) within its boundaries. This expires on July 1, 2019.

A motor vehicle driver’s viewing of a moving image (TV, video) is now restricted by requiring that the equipment is factory installed and that the equipment has an interlock device that disables the image when performing a “driving task” as set forth in the statute.

There is a civil penalty of $100 for smoking in a vehicle with a child under 8 years.

A minor may give consent to the taking of a Physical Evidence Recovery Kit if the parent or guardian refuses consent to the PERK. Procedures are set forth for the handling of PERKs. Injuring, destroying, etc.,

of firefighting equipment or an EMS vehicle with intent to prevent its use is a Class 1 misdemeanor.

If the victim is under age 18, subpoenas, search warrants or orders for electronic communication service records will have a nondisclosure provision directing the service provider not disclose said issuance to the subscriber.

Existing law was amended to allow law enforcement to get emergency real-time data from an out-of-state provider.

Previously, the statute only applied to an in-state provider.

Also, the need for the provider to believe there was a danger was eliminated.

An affidavit from the custodian of records of electronic communications eliminates the requirement that the custodian appear in court to verify the records are true, complete, and prepared in the course of business. This does not replace proof as to who authored the communication or what it means.

New legislation permits a summons to be mailed for unlawfully passing a stopped school bus when the locality uses a video-monitoring system. A method is provided for the accused to rebut the presumption that the registered owner was the driver by filing an affidavit with specified information.

Drivers must now wait to it is a reasonably safe to open a door on the side adjacent to traffic or face a fine of up to $50. This does not apply to passengers.

Again, this is only a brief summary of those changes effective July 1, 2016, that I believe to be of interest. Please contact me if you have any questions about any legislation, whether noted herein or not.

Thank you for the honor of serving as Hanover County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney.

scheduled for the Ashland seat currently held by Hank Lowry, but supervisor Faye Prichard said both of the candidates for that position withdrew their names from consideration for personal reasons.

The board will accept nominations for the Ashland seat at its next meeting on July 24, and a new representative will be appointed at the August meeting.

The board recognized Al Salazar for his many years of service on the Hanover Veterans Committee and the creation of the county’s memorial on U.S. 301.

Kathy Walle was presented with a proclamation for her years of service as a member of the Hanover Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.

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in their abilities,” Kinney said. “The real priorities of local government are three things: police, fire and EMS — the safety of the citizens.

We cannot do these services for ourselves,” Kenney said.

Piland said his department does utilize its limited resources in areas with the most likelihood of an incident, and vice chair and Chickahominy representative Angela KellyWiecek emphasized the fact that Hanover does have mutual aid coverage agreements with Goochland and other neighboring counties.

Moore said that agreement with Goochland is “not auto-

matic.”

There have been changes in the agreement with Centerville throughout the years, and some residents were served by Goochland units in the past.

Piland stressed that mutual aid agreements are in place with many counties including Goochland, and “they will come if we are in trouble.”

In other matters, the board unanimously confirmed the reappointment of Robert Hundley to the Hanover County School Board.

Hundley currently serves as chair and represents the Chickahominy District.

A reappointment also was

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“Based on our volume and based on the geographical location of our calls, we move resources around to meet the highest probability of calls,” Piland said.

Cold Harbor representative Scott Wyatt suggested that increased volunteers could provide a solution to the staffing problems.

“Fire and EMS could desperately need additional volunteers. That’s a great resource we need to continue to tap in to,” Wyatt said.

“That’s the fastest way to achieve our goals to get 100 percent staffing across the board. They are our strongest asset and save the community about $6 million annually, and that’s the fastest way to get responders in our system,” Piland said.

But Rockville resident Pat Lacy said depending on volunteers does not provide a permanent solution to the problem.

“Yes, we can use these volunteers but they need to be icing on the cake,” Lacy said. “We don’t depend on volunteers to help supply our sheriff ’s department.

We need to know that we have paid staff. Volunteers are just that. They are good but you can’t depend on them because you don’t how long they are going to be there.” Chuck Kinney, also a Rockville resident, echoed concerns regarding reliance on volunteers for staffing.

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Marcie Durrer, the recreation program director for Parks and Rec, is involved

with the Tomato Festival yearround. As soon as one wraps up, she, as well as the committee and other staff members, start planning ahead for the

next year.

When asked about the usual dedication ceremony for an individual or group being

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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor

Insomnia provides time to solve world’s problems Ever have one of those nights when you wake up in the middle of the night and going back to sleep just isn’t going to happen any time soon? Last week, I experienced one of them.

First thought is: But I have to get up in a few hours to go to work. And, then, for some odd reason, a song from the past will come into my head and linger.

After the chorus goes through a few times, it’s on to something else.

These days, much to my dismay, I start thinking about the state of our country — and, yes, it’s disturbing at 3 in the morning.

We have probably one of the most contentious general elections coming up since I started voting in 1974. Some are saying they’ll vote for the lesser of two evils. Well, that’s a sad scenario.

As the thoughts become a bit more skewed as the drowsiness returns, there was that moment when I realized the “old me” (as in not a very nice person) started a write-in campaign. (Let’s keep in mind these are the convoluted thoughts of a half-awake individual.) I realized I could insult, I could scream, I could act crazy (keep in mind that was a long time ago).

I’m not sure why Donald Trump’s behavior has attracted so many followers. Distinguished and polished seem to be the description for a presidential candidate. He has the upbringing for it.

I’d welcome Hillary Clinton’s intelligence — even her husband the former president says she’s smarter than him. But, she still has the whole email server and Benghazi thing following her.

As for Bernie Sanders, as a good friend says, I don’t mean any harm, but I do believe the time has come for him to step aside.

Without question, the Republican Convention will be interesting. Will party leaders and financial supporters devise a plan to push out Trump?

You can guarantee he won’t go down without a fight.

If only all these issues and questions were in a dream, because the reality of the state of our nation pretty much is falling under the nightmare category. I guess I’ll have to go to my “happy place” and put a tune from the 1970s or ’80s into my sleepless thoughts.

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Dealing with being off the grid

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist Normally, the quiet little community where I reside is a peaceful slice of heaven with few disturbances, and life’s daily routine seems to progress with few interruptions in our complex.

The name of my development, The Hamlet, even suggests a less frantic way of life in an English-inspired respite tucked away securely secluded from the harshness of its surroundings.

Problem is, our little community

stood right in the crosshairs of a ferocious front line storm Thursday night.

Although brief in duration, the winds were powerful and destructive.

As the storm blew in, I was preparing for a Father’s Day celebration with the kids. The girls were spending Thursday night with their mother in order to attend a Flying Squirrels game. And Jack was spending his last day at MDA Camp and the whole family was anxiously awaiting his return the following morning.

And that’s when that saying “the best laid plans of mice and men” or something like that reared its ugly

head, and the power flickered once or twice, and then went black.

Three large explosions rocked our little hamlet as the winds and rain drove down as hard as I have witnessed. Always the eternal optimist, I was still hoping for the best and finally fell asleep in the middle of the storm.

I awoke at 3 a.m. largely unaware of the severity of the event, and, having not eaten before the power disappeared, I decided a quick trip to Waffle House would only take a few see GRID, pg. 8

LETTERS | Reader Views

Taking responsibility when hitting an animal Around 4 a.m. on a recent Sunday morning, I decided to drive to Wawa on U.S. 301 for coffee and a muffin.

As I got to the end of my driveway, I saw something in the middle of the road. At first I thought someone had hit another of my cats. You see, I live in an agricultural zone, and, despite my best efforts, several feral cats that I care for cross the road in front of my house. It’s a dead end road and the speed limit is 35 mph but folks don’t seem to care as they fly by my house.

I got out of my truck to check the animal and what I saw was truly sad. It was a dead mother possum with a head injury.

Her six fully-furred babies were trying desperately to get in her pouch. They were the size of kittens and could not all fit. At that age they would have been riding on her back.

I put the little ones in a cat carrier, moved the mother’s body to the woods, and hours later was lucky enough to find a licensed rehabilitator to take them.

What disturbs me most is that whoever hit her must live on my road and assuredly could have seen her because she could not have been moving fast with her babies on board. That person surely knew they had hit an animal but they didn’t stop.

Now, some people may think that stopping when you hit a possum is out of the question. I think that whenever you hit a creature and are not prevented from stopping by traffic, you are clearly insensitive if you don’t stop.

Scavengers such as possums clean up the environment and possum especially eat lots of ticks.

So, (1) if you live on Chestnut Church Road, please stop speeding and (2) at least be conscientious enough to stop if you hit a critter.

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Pastor offers opinion on gun control issue It seems these days everyone has an opinion on how to solve our nation’s problems. We live in a divisive time, where people are very passionate about their beliefs. The gun control issue is no different. There doesn’t seem see MEMORIES, pg. 8

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On April 2, 2015, she underwent a stem cell transplant and was on life support just three weeks later.

“She lived in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit for three months and was able to return home in late September thanks to the incredible team at UVA that stepped in to allow her to return home,” Deb said. “We are forever indebted to them for the compassionate care she received, and for their dedication in helping us to donate her tumors to assist in seeking a cure for this horrible disease.”

According to Iris’ mother, her cancer was one of a handful that also will attack newborns and infants. “Iris always worried about the suffering of the babies and toddlers she encountered in the oncology wards and was dedicated to finding a cure.”

“She bravely accepted the chance to seek a cure in a clinical trial that led to horrific

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recognized during the opening of the festival, Durrer was evasive. She did admit that a presentation will be made on the stage – donated by the E.J. Wade Foundation – “stage during the event but it’s a surprise.”

side effects,” Deb added. “Yet through it all she remained upbeat. Even in her last days her love for others and tendency to compliment everyone who walked through the door persisted.”

Iris chose to donate her tumors to a lab that studies rare and deadly pediatric cancers. “Her hope was that they would find a cure,” Deb said.

“On the road to that cure she also dreamed of less invasive and humane treatments.”

The lab successfully preserved Iris’ material for research and is seeking a high-powered microscope to track the spread of metastatic disease, which is nearly always fatal, as it was in her case.

This research could finally break through to find both the means for early detection and better treatments.

“Despite many trips to our local doctor, her cancer was undetected until she was diagnosed at stage four,” her mother said. “What better tribute to Iris than to reach her goal for less invasive treat-

The late Oscar Watson and members of the Black Creek VFD started the Tomato Festival as a fundraiser. In 1978, the first one was so small that it took place at the old fire station on McClelland Road.

As it grew, the need to relocate became necessary.

For a few years, the festi-

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This photo shows some of the researchers working in the lab to find a cure for the rare cancer that took 14-year-old Iris Jacobs’ life in December.

ments that save lives.”

“Iris had the privilege to be paired with a Disney star named Ashley Argota, who co-wrote a song (‘Iris – Hope Is in You’) for Iris with Chesterfield native Rebekah White. Both young women developed beautiful and endearing friendships with Iris,” Deb said. “Ashley even flew in to surprise Iris on her 14th birthday, six weeks before she passed away.”

Ashley and Rebekah finalized the song and created a

music video in tribute to Iris.

They are donating all the proceeds to the lab, Children’s Cancer Therapy Development Institute.

To learn more about the lab and its work, go to www. cc-tdi.org.

“The song is hauntingly beautiful and timeless and only costs $0.99 on iTunes,” Deb said. All proceeds go directly to the lab.

If there are enough views, the music video also will bring in donations that will be

directed to the lab.

A recent article in NPR demonstrated that Iris’ cancer has one of the lowest cure rates of all pediatric cancers.

“Help us turn the tide for the children still fighting this disease. If you prefer to make a tax deductible donation directly to the lab you can do so here: https://cc-tdi.kindful. com/honor-pages-2015/ahope-fund-for-iris,” Deb said.

The links to the song and the video are: https://itun.es/ us/d1ufcb and https://youtu. be/PXpnNUcrVhA.

val was held on the grounds of Battlefield Park Elementary School. But, again, growth was a driving force to find an even larger venue. That’s when the festival made its home at Pole Green Park.

Having faced traffic issues in the past, Durrer was assuring, saying, “The traffic pattern

and parking will be the same.

We will be running trams from the general parking area to the event entrance.”

New this year will be the location of the food court.

“We have relocated the food court so now it will be centrally located near the vendors and the entertainment area,”

Durrer said. She also noted that “The children’s area will be also near the entertainment area and vendors.”

In addition to opening ceremonies, the E.J. Wade Foundation stage is used for the day’s entertainment.

Recent years have seen the Tomato Festival adding some

DOSWELL – The Hanover Virginia Cooperative Extension is hosting a Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification event at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at the Doswell Ruritan Club at 16433 Washington Hwy. in Doswell.

This program will provide attendees with a knowledge of Veterinary Feed Directives, low-stress cattle handling, beef management tips, chute-side training, services provided by Extension, agricultural advocacy, and much more.

Speakers will include Bom Harris, DVM; Dr. Tim Marshall, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College; Laura Maxey-Nay, Virginia Cooperative Extension; and Rachel Waggie, Virginia see BEEF, pg. 8

Friday evening events, including the Papa John’s 4K Pizza Run, which starts at 6 p.m., and The Tomato UnCookoff, which is held from 6 to 8 p.m.

For more information, go to http://www.hanovercounty. gov/Events/Tomato-Festival/ Hanover-Tomato-Festival/.

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minutes, one of their sausage and egg sandwiches would surely cure any immediate ills I was suffering.

I emerged from my apartment to a darkness I’ve seldom experienced, and the atmosphere was almost other worldly.

Our tidy little English-

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to be much middle ground in this argument. You either want to abolish the Second Amendment and ban all guns or you are on the other side and believe everyone should carry a gun and that is the solution to the problem.

We look at the tragedy that took place in Orlando and people rightly ask the question, “How can this be stopped?”

Would banning all guns have stopped something like this?

As a pastor, I feel I have a different prospective than what others may have.

The first murder that took place in history is when Cain killed his brother Abel with a stone.

We look a few years back and see that pressure cookers

inspired garden spot looked more like a Scottish nightmare (defined as an unpleasant dream that evokes feelings of fear or horror), complete with mist and eerie sounds in the night.

I didn’t get far in the car until I heard a scraping, and soon discovered the cause — a large limb caught under the front bumper of my car.

The short hop to Waffle were used in the attacks at the Boston Marathon.

I believe that this is not a gun issue — it is a heart issue.

Wicked people will find a way to do evil no matter what the law says.

If we place a ban on guns, they will use whatever they can get their hands on to bring terror.

So where do we go? What is the answer?

Again, to me this is an issue of the heart. The Church holds the answer. You may disagree with me and that is quite alright.

Our nation was founded on the freedom of religion. You can reject everything I’ve said and that’s OK, but I believe there is only one solution for all of life and it is my mission to share it with others.

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House was a thrill ride down darkened pathways with trees covering the main thoroughfare, and, by the time, I reached Broad Street, it was obvious no orders were being dropped in that strange Waffle House lingo that only the cook can understand.

The trip home was more challenging with no traffic lights and trees lining most streets. I would say the city looked like a war zone, but I have sworn off cliches for the summer.

No problem, I thought, as I climbed into bed and hoped for a brighter tomorrow.

It didn’t work out.

At first light, I scampered to the window to search for some sign of a bucket truck, or men in vests working in my neighborhood.

It was a mission that went unfulfilled during a day filled with phone calls from my children asking if the power was on so they could return.

There are always lessons to be learned in these types of situations, and I obtained a fair amount of knowledge during this adventure.

The younger generation fare better in these situations than old people like me.

They depend so much on personal devices that a simple power outage doesn’t slow them down a bit, at least until the battery dies.

For me, not so much. I wouldn’t know how to watch television on my phone if the situation was critical, and I was forced to rely on a small radio for my entertainment.

Hence, my second lesson.

Radio is not what it used to be, and finding a local station with local news is, well, challenging.

Emergency weather, pop music and endless talk radio was available in multiples, but not a hint of good local news.

I finally reverted to reading a book, but the only ones avail-

able belong to my children, so I found myself skipping pages as I guessed the plot.

By late afternoon, The Hamlet was still silent, and the bag of Oreos I had depended on for substance was depleted, so I vowed to attempt another trip to the Waffle House.

My luck was changing, and the joint had just opened on generator power with a limited emergency menu.

And guess what? That sausage and egg sandwich I’d been searching for since the previous night was right at the top of the list.

I began my second night off the grid more optimistic and more well fed than the night before, but the boredom was still stealing its way into my psyche. Sometimes, I found myself sitting in darkness with the remote control in hand, ready for that inevitable moment when things would beep and air conditioners would resume . . . and everything would be right with the world again.

That would happen, but not that night.

By Saturday, everything looked brighter and one could tell just by the pleasant smell in the air that this would be the day.

As it turned out, that hint of optimism went a long way to turning the karma in our direction, and our peaceful, little English-inspired community is once more lighted, happy and entertained.

And me, I feel like those lights flickering back on and my kids returning were just about the best Father’s Day gifts I’ve received in some years.

And, for now, we’re back on the grid with solemn vows to be better prepared next time and certainly better versed in television access through my iPhone.

Who said we don’t live and learn?

County Cannery opening Friday ASHLAND — July signifies the opening of canning season.

Canning, the old practice of preserving fruits and vegetables has traditionally been done in the home. Hanover County has a Cannery that also operates as a commercial kitchen where residents, non-residents and commercial customers may process their produce on commercial-grade equipment.

The Hanover County Cannery, located at 12491 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, opens on Friday, July 1. It will be open Mondays (including July 4), Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays in July and August. The Cannery

will be open on Saturdays in September and October.

On Mondays during these months, processing can take place between 4 and 7 p.m. (the cannery closes at midnight on Mondays). On the other days of the week, processing can take place between 8:30 and 10 a.m., with the Cannery closing at 3 p.m.

The canning process must begin during these designated times in order to have the process completed by the Cannery closing time. Processes that take longer than the average of five hours must be approved see CANNERY, pg. 15

Vegetable canning classes starting Tuesday ASHLAND — Hanover County will offer vegetable canning classes on July 5, 12 and 19.

Each class will begin at 6 p.m.

Each class costs $20, all supplies provided and you will go home with canned vegetables.

You can register online at Discover Recreation Online (https://apm.activecommunities.com/hanoverparksrec#), using the keyword cannery.

Class sizes are limited.

For more information, con-

tact the Department of Public Works at 804-365-6181.

Hanover County’s Cannery is located between Ashland and Hanover Courthouse off U.S. 54 on Taylor Complex Road, between the Parks and Recreation Office and the Animal Shelter. The address is 12491 Taylor Complex Rd. in Ashland.

Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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son.

To register for this event, call or email the Hanover Extension office at 804-7524310 or rwags@ksu.edu by July 15.

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate, please call 804-752-4310

by July 15.

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Cooperative Extension.

Also, attendees will become BQA certified in the state of Virginia upon completion of the event.

A dinner will be provided for all attendees, so pre-registration is requested.

Registration is $5 per per-

Superintendent delivers commencement address

(Editor’s note: Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, delivered the following commencement address during ceremonies held Saturday, June 18, at the VCU Siegel Center.)

Good afternoon, friends, family members, distinguished guests, and most importantly Class of 2016! It is so good to be with you on a day that

dergarten.

As the years went on, many other firsts occurred. Your first field trips took place, first oral report in front of the class, and yes, those first SOL (Standards of Learning) tests back in third grade. By fifth grade though, you were a force to be reckoned with — on top of the world after a long six-year climb. Well, that was until

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Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, addressed all four high schools — Hanover, Patrick Henry, Atlee and Lee-Davis — during commencement ceremonies held Saturday, June 18, at the VCU Siegel Center.

promises to be a memorable one for you. This day would not be possible, however, without the many memorable days that have preceded this one.

Thirteen years ago, you took the first steps toward that giant yellow bus as it pulled up at your stop. Some of you approached those steps with apprehension and others with enthusiasm, but all had the wonder that only a 5- or 6year-old child can have about the world that waited in kin-

you took that spring visit to middle school and wondered if the rumors were actually true about eighth graders fitting unsuspecting sixth graders neatly into the nearest locker while their friends worked the other end of the hall selling pool passes to the roof-top pool that you were convinced existed.

With a lot of support from your parents, good friends, and great teachers, you somehow survived the middle school

years though and in no time you were repeating the process of going from the top of the ladder back to the bottom of the totem pole as you entered the amazing world of high school. Here, you experienced Friday night football games, homecoming dances, prom and even getting your driver’s license! Oh yes, and there were classes too. You were given more choice than at any time in your life and began thinking about life beyond high school, really for the first time. What courses are going to prepare me the best? How do I navigate the job, college, or military application process? Can I fit in a certain course in my schedule this year? While your questions had changed, you still had the curiosity about the world that awaited you, the same as when you were five.

And now, you’re here today at this commencement ceremony. I want you to think about that word for a minute: “commencement.” Synonyms include “start,” “beginning,” and “initiation.” That seems an odd thing to call the end of your school journey. Well, perhaps not. When you really stop to think about it, you are not so much ending a journey as you are approaching the starting line to another one.

Your education has been preparation for that world you have wondered about, wideeyed, your whole life. To be fair, this world is becoming increasingly complex, with Google seemingly holding the collective knowledge in the cloud, the global economic and political landscape changing daily, if not hourly, and more common everyday problems emerging with which no generation prior

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals JAMES BROOKS SR. James Randall Brooks Sr., 74, of Mechanicsville, departed this life June 23, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and George Brooks. He leaves to cherish his memory devoted wife, Valarie J. Brooks; daughter, Candace Brooks; son, James R. Brooks ll (Talia); three grandchildren, Mason, Madelyn and Avery; four sisters, Melvine Johnson, Patricia

Brooks, Jacqueline Marshall (Tim) and Mary Coward; brother, Alvin Brooks; mother and father-in-law, Ann and Ruffin Jones; two sisters-inlaw, three brothers-in-law; loving pet, Sadie May; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday, June 29, 2016) at the First Union Baptist at 6231 Pole Green Road in Mechanicsville, with the Rev. Lewis R. Yancey ll officiating. Interment will

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follow in First Union Baptist Church Cemetery. March Funeral Home at 2110 E. Laburnum Avenue was in charge of arrangements.

NANNIE DUFF Nannie Leona “Sugar” Duff, 85, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Friday, June 24, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh L. Duff; and is survived by three sons, Frederick R. Duff (Susanne), Jerry L. Duff (Trish) and Gary A. Duff (Teresa); eight grandchildren, seven greatgrandchildren; three sisters, Darlene Overbey (Monroe), Levoda Blevins (Doug) and Faye Hubbard (Neal); as well as many nieces and nephews.

Sugar was a member of Atlee Church, who loved ceramic painting and cooking. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday, June 29, 2016) at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Atlee Church Northminster Food Bank, 3121 Moss Side Ave., Richmond, VA 23222.

KARL HOFF JR. Karl E. Hoff Jr., of Mechanicsville, passed away on June 21, 2016. He was born in Brooklyn, New York, on June 5, 1942, and is survived by his wife, Janet E. Hoff; his daughHOFF t e r , Beth White; grandson, Alex; his daughter, Jennifer Fleming

(John); and grandchildren Connley and Kendall; his daughter, Suzanne Tapper (Kevin); and granddaughters ,Reily and Raegan; his son, Karl P. Hoff (Alana); and his brothers, Richard Hoff (Florence) and William Hoff (Gail). Karl enjoyed classical music, vegetable gardening and tennis.

He also was an adjunct college professor and softball umpire.

Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Monday, June 27, 2016, at Monaghan Funeral Home at 7300 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Stevens Institute of Technology; 1 Castle Point Terrace; Hoboken, NJ 07030.

DOROTHY JAGGERS Dorothy Kay Jaggers, 65, died Tuesday, June 7, 2016, in Mechanicsville, after a courageous fourmonth battle with brain cancer.

She was a member JAGGERS of The Loyal Order of Moose and a member of IMA for many years. She enjoyed reading, camping, sewing, cross-stitching, gardening and tools (she had one of every kind). She is survived by her granddaughter, Shelby Jaggers (Chris Slattery) of Henrico; granddaughter, Aubrey Paige Phillips of Henrico; stepmom, Bonnie Jaggers of Newfield, New Jersey; longtime friends, Paul and Margaret Phelps of Chesapeake; friend, Jackie Fostek of North Chesterfield; and many other friends. A memorial service was held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 23,

2016, at Ephipany Lutheran Church at 1400 Horsepen Road in Richmond. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to www.moosecharities. org.

EVELYN KOON Evelyn Ruth Koon, 73, of Mechanicsville, surrounded by her loving family, was called home by her Heavenly Father on June 18, 2016. She is survived by her brother, Herman Meredith Jr.; her sons, John L. Gray Jr., (Erica), Meredith R. Gray, (Jennifer) and Michael Scott Gray; and grandchildren, Jessica, Angelina and Logan Gray. Evelyn was a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Order of the Eastern Star, Areme Chapter #17. A memorial service was held at 1 p.m.

KOON Saturday, June 25, 2016, at Faith Baptist Church at 10124 Royerton Drive in Henrico. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The International Order of Rainbows for Girls, Richmond Assembly #10, c/o Casey Humphries, 4419 Everville Dr., Henrico, VA 23294.

BRUCE LUCK Bruce Timothy Luck, 53, of Hanover, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2016. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett and Lillie Luck. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Heather (Justin) Snow and Cierra (Michael) Blankenship;

grandchildren, Owen and Hunter; and siblings, Debra (Lawrence) Berry, Douglas Luck and Kenneth (Martha) Luck. A graveside service was held at 1 p.m.

LUCK Saturday, June 25, 2016, at Washington Memorial Park at 6217 Memorial Drive in Sandston.

Nelsen Funeral Home at 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue in Richmond was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www. nelsencares.com.

CLARA MEADOWS Clara Horsley Meadows, 92, of Henrico, was called to her heavenly home on Sunday, June 19, 2016.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 MEADOWS years, Irving G. Meadows; parents, Ethel and Andrew Horsley; brothers, Irving Horsley and David Horsley; sister, Mary Willis; son-in-law, T. Michael Holder; and great-granddaughter, Ashley Lynne Garrett. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy M. Holder, of Henrico; granddaughter, Deborah H. Garrett (Billy); two greatgrandsons, William Chadrick Garrett and Michael Coleman Garrett of Mechanicsville; four sisters, Mildred Cousins, see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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of Danville, Dorothy Horsley, of Callands, Sallie Blackwell, of Danville and Frances Horsley, of Morristown, New Jersey; two brothers, Ben Horsley (Irene) of Dry Fork and Carlton Horsley of Gastonia, North Carolina; and sister-in-law, Colleen Whitt of Felton, Delaware. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at Nelsen Funeral Home at 4650 South Laburnum Avenue in Richmond. Interment followed at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to the Masonic Home of Virginia Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 7866, Richmond, VA 23231 or Hardy Central Baptist Church Building Fund at 4655 Darbytown Road, Henrico, VA 23231. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at nelsenrichmond. com.

ESTER PULLEY Ester Wayne (Woodle) Pulley, 80, of Glen Allen, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 19, 2016, surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her PULLEY first husband, Melvin Woodle. She is survived by her husband, William Pulley; two daughters, Sharon Wayne Mahaffey (Bill) of Beckley, West Virginia, and Rene Drummond (Steve) of Mechanicsville; five grandchildren, Eric and Christie Mahaffey of Beckley, West Virginia, Kristen Mahaffey of Nashville, Tennessee,

Alexander Mahaffey of Charleston, West Virginia, Ashley and Toby Stepp of Mechanicsville and Samantha Drummond of Mechanicsville; four great-grandchildren, Brianna, Lauren, Jackson, Kinsley. Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 4600 Cox Rd., Glen Allen, VA 23060. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at the Parham Chapel of Woody Funeral Home at 1771 North Parham Road. Burial was private.

Condolences may be offered at woodyfuneralhomeparham. com.

BARBARA RICE Barbara Holland Rice, 79, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 25, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Gordon Rice; and a brother, Raymond Holland.

She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Robertson; her son, Michael Rice (Cyndi); four grandchildren, two greatgrandchildren; her sisters, Gladys, Doris, Alice, Charlotte and Judy; and her brother, Billy. Barbara was retired from the Virginia Employment Commission. A celebration of her life was held at noon Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at Bliley’s-Central at 3801 Augusta Avenue in Richmond.

Interment followed at 2 p.m. in Corinth Christian Church Cemetery.

DANA SHORT Dana Cardoza “GaGa” Short, 61, passed away June 19, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Marjorie Cardoza.

Surviving are her husband, Kevin Short; children, Robert and Mandy Drumheller; sister, Karen Marsh; grand-

children, Stacie, Kristin, Christian, Katie, R.J. and Stella; nieces, Beverly and Tammy; and other family members. The family received friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2016, at Bennett Funeral Home Mechanicsville Chapel at 8014 Lee-Davis Road.

Interment was private.

ELIZABETH TALIAFERRO Elizabeth Ruffin Taliaferro, 77, of Mechanicsville died on June 19, 2016. She is survived by one son, John Ryland Taliaferro, and his wife, Terri Lawson Taliaferro; one daughter, Beverley Taliaferro Colletti; two grandsons, John Wellons Colletti and Samuel Ruffin Colletti; a brother, Julian TALIAFERRO Meade Ruffin III, and his wife, Susan Ruffin, and their two children, Rachel Ruffin Ashley and Julian Meade Ruffin the IV. Graveside services were conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday, June 23, 2016, at Immanuel Episcopal Church Cemetery at 3263 Old Church Road in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Immanuel Episcopal Church or The American Cancer Society.

Monaghan Funeral Home at 7300 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville was in charge of arrangements.

by her parents, Walter and Clemmie Bosher; and brothers, Lowell Ray Bosher and Stuart Wayne Bosher. She is survived by her children, Bryant Thorpe (Brenda), Beth Rowe (Micheal) and Kenney Payne (Diane). Services were private.

HRWC stays busy with meetings and community activities

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Shirley Voland Williams, 77, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 17, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Edward A. Williams Sr., and a son, Edward A. “Alex” Williams Jr. Mrs. Williams was a Senior Social Worker for Richmond Public Schools, a long-time active member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and served as a board member for Luther Memorial School.

A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Luther Memorial School, 1301 Robin Hood Rd., Richmond, VA 23227.

The Hanover Republican Women’s Club has been busy these last few months with informative meetings and community activities.

In April, Angela KellyWeicek, vice chair of the Hanover Board of Supervisors and Chickahominy District representative, spoke to the members regarding the work of the board and gave members the opportunity to address their concerns for our county.

David Maloney, director of Planning for Hanover County, gave an informative presentation regarding the county’s development.

At the May meeting, John Adams, who is seeking the Republican nomination for Virginia Attorney General,

addressed the organization and defined his platform and qualifications.

The HRWC voted to award two scholarships to outstanding Hanover County Seniors.

The awards were presented to Julianne Davis from Hanover High School and Isabella Moncure a Lee-Davis High School student. At the June HRWC meeting, Davis read her winning essay. These two young ladies are described as “outstanding graduates.”

Each month the club selects a different cause to support. In April, members donated cleaning supplies to the Hanover Humane Society; in May, they held a baby shower and collected infant items for the Catholic Commonwealth Charity; and, at the June meeting, members see HRWC, pg. 13

BARBARA THORPE Barbara Ann Bosher Thorpe, 83, of Mechanicsville, passed into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father on Thursday, June 23, 2016.

She was preceded in passing

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Local business invited to help with wounded soldier’s home Photos courtesy of Matt Shelton

L&M Carpet One Floor and Home in Mechanicsville recently was chosen to take part in the floor covering for a house being built for Cpl. Larry Bailey II, seated in the photo at right, a triple amputee, as part of the Building For America’s Bravest in Sumerduck.

Bailey, his wife Desiree and their new baby daughter joined with Carpet One in what is being described as “an exciting new journey for the family, one that will result in a better quality of life.” Bailey, whose father, Larry Bailey I, is a 30-year U.S. Navy veteran, followed in his father’s footsteps when he enlisted in the U.S. Marines. While in Afghanistan in 2011, Bailey, who received the Purple Heart for his combat wounds, lost both legs and his left hand to an IED explosion that detonated while he was trying to repel an assault on his unit. The new high-tech smart home will enable the corporal to carry out essential household functions, including turning the lights on and off, with the swipe of an iPad. With many volunteers and sponsors, including L&M, helping, the Bailey family should be in the house in six to eight months. Matt Shelton of L&M took part in the ground-breaking ceremony. He is shown on the end in the dark blue shirt.

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American Legion Post 175 at 8700 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville hosted a Benefit Breakfast Saturday to raise funds to support the many projects the veterans’ organization supports. Among the charitable works the veterans help are meals and financial assistance for needy veterans, veteran assistance to register for VA benefits they have earned and biweekly nutrition classes. They also provide financial aid for students to attend Boy’s State and Girl’s State, take part in American Legion Baseball, award JROTC scholarships, sponsor Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts, conduct Oratorical and Essay Contests, and help with the Junior Law Cadet Program. The breakfast is held the last Saturday of the month from 7:30 to 10 a.m. in the Post’s Main Hall.

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donated gift cards for distribution to the military families staying at the Fisher House

at the McGuire Veterans Hospital.

Elizabeth Bradford, president, said, “The HRWC believes that the best citizens are informed citizens and we

also believe in helping our community.”

The next meeting is scheduled for September.

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, June 29, to Wednesday, Sept. 14 The New Highland Baptist Church Farmers’ Market will be open from 4 to 7 p.m. each Wednesday and will run until September. Local farmers and vendors will be taking part. The market is located at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Thursday, July 7 The next quarterly Human Services Network Meeting will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Hanover Human Services Meeting Room at 12304 Washington Hwy. in Ashland. For more information, contact Lisa Adkins at 804365-4302 or email ldadkins@ hanovercounty.gov.

Sunday, July 10 The James River Ringers will Ring Around the World with a handbell concert at 4 p.m. will be held at the New Hanover Presbyterian Church.

Bring the entire family as there is something special planned for all. Stay for a “Make Your Own“ sundae.” New Hanover Presbyterian Church is located at 10058 Chamberlayne Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-730-9700.

Monday through Friday, July 11-15 New Highland Baptist Church will hosts it annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) event, “Cave Quest!.” from 9 a.m. until noon for ages 4 through 5th grade. Register to attend at www.newhighlandbaptist.org. The church is located at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Monday through Friday, July 25-29 Deep Sea Discovery will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at the

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New Bethesda Baptist Church, where kids (ages 2 through 12 years) will know that God is with them wherever they go. They will learn songs at Celebration Reef, learn how to serve others, explore the mysteries of the sea through crafts and science, and enjoy snacks and games at Pelican Pier. Secure their place on the dive team by visiting www. vacationbibleschool.com/newbethesda to register today or call 804-779-2101 with any questions.

Saturday, Aug. 6 A Mega-Reunion of graduates – 1909 to 1960 — of John Marshall High School will be held from noon to 6 p.m. at the Richmond Raceway Complex.

For more information, go to www.Oldjayem@yahoo.com or contact Owen Yates at 804746-1059.

Saturday, Aug. 27 Anyone who attended the Hanover County Training School or the John M. Gandy High School will be celebrating their 18th Grand Ole Gandy Reunion at the VA Union University Life Learning Center from 6 to 10 p.m. at 1500 North Lombardy St. in Richmond. The cost is $45 per person, which includes a catered meal, entertainment and a display, from John M. Gandy School by, the Black Alumni Heritage Association.

The deadline to purchase your ticket(s) is June 30. Make checks payable to John M. Gandy Reunion and send to T. Tunstall, P.O. Box 21, Hanover, VA 23069. Be sure to include a self-addressed envelope and indicate on your check your year of graduation or the class with which you identified.

Services Network Meeting will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Hanover Human Services Meeting Room at 12304 Washington Hwy. in Ashland.

For more information, contact Lisa Adkins at 804-365-4302 or email ldadkins@hanovercounty.gov.

group meets from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Cancer Resource Center in Medical Office Building 1 on the hallway leading to VCU Massey Radiation Oncology.

The group is facilitated by a Bon Secours oncology social work navigator and VCU Massey social worker.

Ongoing

Second Mondays

Families Anonymous Support Group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at the Episcopal Church of the Creator at 7159 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville.

The group is a self-help fellowship for the friends and family members of addicts who are in need of understanding and healing themselves. For details, call Sandy at 804-7304812 or email sandy.leigh@ verizon.net.

The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a.m. to noon the second Monday of each month (May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12) at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Road in Mechanicsville. The WEB of Hope group, an extension of the American Red Cross, meets to knit, crochet, sew and quilt for those that need assistance. Gifts are distributed to such groups as the Pregnancy Resource Center, MCEF, Bless the Children, various Native American Reservations, etc.

Participants will learn how to knit and crochet if they don’t know how. For more information, Laurie Wagner at 804781-0338.

Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families meet every Monday at 7 p.m., at the Mechanicsville Christian Center at 8061 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville.

For more information, call 804366-9645 or email kjfaith1@ gmail.com.

Tuesdays General cancer support group meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Cancer Resource Center in Medical Office Building 1 on the hallway leading to VCU Massey Radiation Oncology. The group is cofacilitated by an oncology social work navigator, registered nurse navigator and survivorship nurse practitioner.

Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia illnesses meets at 2 p.m. on the second Monday of each month and at 7 p.m. the third Monday in Room E106 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact Janet Lewis at 804-398-8947, Mark Elliott at 804-746-8288 or the church office at 804746-9073.

Second Tuesdays Thursday, Oct. 6 The next quarterly Human

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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.

family members of a loved one with a mental illness, meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday evening of each month at the Ashland office of Hanover Community Services located at 12300 Washington Highway in Ashland. Attendees support one another, share experiences, challenges and resources and to advocate for their loved ones. For more information, contact Jennifer K. Edelman, LCSW, at 804365-4145.

The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the Historic Courthouse Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Tuesday through December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit http://www. hanoverhistorical.org/index. html.

Second and fourth Tuesdays Cancer support for men meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Cancer Resource Center in Medical Office Building 1 on the hallway leading to VCU Massey Radiation Oncology.

The group is facilitated by an oncology social worker.

Second Wednesday The Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association and the Hanover Adult Center will host a caregiver support group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the Hanover Adult Center at 7231 Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville. The meetings will provide an opportunity for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s to exchange cop-

ing skills and give mutual support. Co-facilitators are Vivian Bagby and Barbara Allen. For more information, call the Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association chapter at 9672580.

Third Wednesday The Mechanicsville Lions Club meets at 6 p.m. at Calabash and the first Wednesday of the month as a volunteer opportunity to help with a bingo game for the veterans at McGuire Medical Center. For more information, contact Pam Bartle at 804-7300427 or Rick Starling at 804550-1112.

First Thursday Hillcrest Baptist Church will host First Thursday Hymn Sing at 10 a.m. on the corner of U.S. 301 and Hillcrest Road. The morning will include the singing of old hymns and a snack lunch. For more information, call 804730-1500.

Second Thursday If gardening is your passion or hobby, consider attending the Hanover Towne Gardening Club. The Hanover Towne Garden Club meets the second Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Hanover Evangelical Friends Church at 6420 Mechanicsville Tpk. (back entrance) in Mechanicsville.

Educational programs on a variety of gardening topics are presented monthly. Guests are welcome to attend. For more information, contact hanovertownegc2@gmail.com.

Fourth Thursdays Laryngectomees meet at see CALENDAR, pg. 15

Knowing facts can prevent spread of Zika

DR. THOMAS FRANCK

HANOVER — Worried about that random shark attack or a stray guerrilla ruining your summer vacation? You may want to focus that beam of concern on a much smaller killer, the mosquito.

The chances of being bit by a mosquito are far greater than the chances of being attacked by a shark. Granted, the chances of that insect carrying a deadly virus are slim, but officials are taking an early approach to the recent Zika scare.

That’s true in Hanover where Dr.

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to yours has had to wrestle. Has your education prepared you for this? Will you be able to meet the challenge? The simple answer to these questions is yes. You are prepared, and you will succeed.

You will draw on the lessons you have learned not only in school, but at home and in the other experiences that have shaped you. Those papers, projects, tests, and reports have built your content knowledge and taught you the grit needed to push through when the going was getting tough. However, some of the challenges you will face you have never seen on a test and no conventional assignment could have possibly prepared you for them. For those times, and there will be plenty of them, my advice to you is to draw back upon that same wonder and curiosity you had when you were in kindergarten. Having content knowledge and technical skills will always be critical. However, to really succeed today, you need to think like the five year-old you once were. While that may seem crazy, consider how imaginative you were back then.

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in advance by the Cannery Supervisor.

To check on the availability before you travel, call the Cannery Supervisor.

The Cannery supervisor’s number is 804-365-6484.

For Hanover County residents, the cost is $1.17 a can

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5:30 p.m. to provide support, education and socialization at the American Cancer Society at

Thomas Franck, health director of the Chickahominy Health District, told supervisors that 27 patients are currently diagnosed with Zika in Virginia, two of them involving pregnant women.

Worldwide, mosquitoes account for more deaths than any other animal, and concerns over the Zika virus have forced athletes to withdraw from the upcoming Summer Olympics.

Zika was first discovered in 1947 in the jungles of Uganda and spread eastward across the globe during the next five decades. The first major outbreak

was reported in 2007 in Micronesia.

Only one in five people infected with Zika will show symptoms.

“The most common symptoms that we see are fever, rash, joint pain and red eye,” Franck said.

Zika can be transferred from an infected pregnant mother to her offspring, causing brain disorders and other congenital problems.

“In my opinion, this is why so much effort is being focused on Zika throughout the world and the U.S. and there is so much preparatory planning going

You could go from being a superhero to an astronaut in the blink of an eye. You drew pictures and dreamed incredible dreams.

Dream again, and don’t stop. Innovation, creativity, and critical thinking will be the qualities that set apart the truly successful person tomorrow. There will be plenty who have the academic skills, but if you are able to approach this great big world with the spirit and wide-eyes of the child you once were, you will set yourself apart and in the process will make a complex world much simpler.

There is one final piece of advice I have for you. Again, I have no doubt that you will succeed, but often it’s not what you do, but how you do it. When you were five, you also learned that “nice matters.” That doesn’t stop in adulthood. In fact, nice matters now more than ever. As the words to a current Tim McGraw song tell us: When the dreams you’re dreamin’ come to you When the work you put in is realized Let yourself feel the pride but Always stay humble and kind

or .30 cents a jar. For those who do not live in Hanover County, the charge is $1.32 per can and .40 cents per jar.

You must bring your own jars.

Additional charges apply for use of the kettle, blancher or corn machine.

Commercial customers are encouraged to set up an appointment with the Cannery supervisor.

If you are interested in learning how to can, you are invited to sign up for a canning vegetables class. These classes will be held at 6 p.m. July 5, 12 and 19. The cost is $20; all supplies provided and you will go home with canned vegetables.

Go to the Hanover Parks and Recreation website and click on Recreation Programs. You can register online at Discover

Recreation Online (https:// apm.activecommunities.com/ hanoverparksrec#), using the keyword cannery. Class sizes are limited.

For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 804-3656181.

Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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tered support group to help those who have lost a loved one, will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays through Nov. 12 at the New Highland Baptist Church at 9200 New

Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Participants do not have to attend every meeting; people can drop in at any time. For more information, call 804550-9601.

Thursdays GriefShare, a Christ-cen-

on. We didn’t have this much planning going on for the Ebola virus,” Franck said.

In addition to mosquito bites and pregnant mothers, Zika also can be transmitted through sexual contact or blood transfusions.

The virus has spread from Brazil, site of the 2016 Summer Olympics, northward through Central America, and finally the United States. Cases reported in the U.S. are travel-related, meaning the patients acquired the virus see ZIKA, pg. 17

You have been well prepared for that and so much more by your parents, loved ones, and wonderful teachers and staff in Hanover County. In any community, in fact, the education system is one of the best reflections of the health of the community. Our schools and our community are thriving, and we are both proud of you and support you.

You’re about to take your first steps again, not to a bus, but to life. Go in wide-eyed and full of wonder. Go in with curiosity and with an innovative, creative spirit. Go in humble and go in kind.

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R-MC president objects to rail proposal

By Patrick Gordon News Editor ASHLAND — Randolph-Macon College President Robert Lindgren last week delivered an impassioned statement against what he called a “poorly-crafted, horribly-communicated idea” that he claims would grotesquely damage the character of the Town of Ashland and the college and unalterably change the character of the historic downtown.

During the June 21 Ashland Town Council meeting, Lindgren spoke for 20 minutes during the public comment session, delivering a prepared statement from the college in response to a previous conversation between college staff, the town

council and the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation.

Lindgren’s strongest objections were to the idea of an 850-foot rail platform that could be built on the Randolph-Macon campus as part of

position on the high-speed rail proposal by early July.

Lindgren asked town council members to pass a resolution officially rejecting any proposal that involves a platform of any size in

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He also noted that it would physically divide the campus, irreparably harming the partnership between the Town of Ashland and the college.

Lindgren’s sense of urgency came from the understanding that town council needed to declare an official

the downtown area, particularly on college land, and to withdraw their direction that the station and commuter parking be placed as close to downtown Ashland as possible.

According to town council and DRPT, the process is set to take considerably longer than that.

Chris Smith, the DRPT director of Policy, Communications and Legislative Policy, emphasized that there are no proposals in place and there won’t be any until at least late 2017. “Proposal is too strong of a word,” Smith said. “It’s very early in the process. No decisions have been made.”

Smith said the DRPT is waiting for an Environmental Impact Statement, which will outline recommendations for exactly how and where to expand high-speed rail service from Washington, D.C., to Richmond.

After the EIS is concluded in September, there will be a period of public feedback, which will include many town meetings, public forums and conversations among local government, the DRPT and the public.

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Robert R. Lindgren, president of Randolph-Macon College, addressed Ashland Town Council last week about the rail proposal and potential impacts to the campus area.

That input will be incorporated into the EIS and a Record of Decision will be signed by the Federal Railroad Administration. Then it will be eligible to apply for federal funding to begin construction.

Smith noted that public input see R-MC, pg. 17

Ashland, Beaverdam ready for the Fourth

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ASHLAND and BEAVERDAM – Two Hanover County communities are wellknown for their celebratory and respectful observance of the Fourth of July.

In keeping with tradition, the Town of Ashland and Beaverdam will once again bring out the red, white and blue to show their patriotic pride in grand style.

The Independence Day Celebration and Ashland Fourth of July Parade is described as old-fashioned family fun-centered activities.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Music, food, lawn games, an apple pie contest and a patriotic pet contest are among the day’s festivities.

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A highlight of the day is the parade, with the lineup starting at 1 p.m. and stepping off at 1:30 p.m. at the Henry Clay Elementary School/War Memorial.

The parade routes heads east on Hanover Avenue and turns into Duncan Street to Myrtle Street and concludes on Center Street at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center (HAAC) at 500 S. Center St. In Beaverdam, the 40th Independence Day Parade and Celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

New this year is a Classic Car & Street Rod Show & Competition. Cruise in the parade or park at the club. Cars will be judged at Ruritan Park.

The People’s Choice vehicle will receive a $100 cash prize.

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A tradition in the Town of Ashland on the Fourth of July is the lawn chair brigade, shown in the photo at left. Spectators line the streets in Beaverdam for the Independence Day celebration in the photo at right.

Best in Category will be awarded $50 cash prizes for prior to 1939, 1940-59, 1960-79, and 1980-99.

No pre-registration is required for the parade; register for judging upon arrival.

The parade kicks off at 10 a.m., with the lineup and registration starting at 9 a.m. on Trainham Road in Downtown Beaverdam.

Participants will follow a parade route that goes through

the town and stops at the Ruritan Park at 18002 Terman Rd. in Beaverdam.

A fundraiser sponsored by the Beaverdam Depot, Heritage Days Foundation, and the Beaverdam Ruritan

Club is appropriate in an election year. Candidates vie for the title of Honorary Mayor of Beaverdam.

The Beaverdam Ruritan Club candidate is Tom see FOURTH, pg. 17

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ing their daughter and looking at her body in the coffin or “what was left of her.” She said that at that point, she told her husband: “I just want to crawl in there and hold her and go to sleep with her.”

John Edward Hardin, 62, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, was found guilty in March of the involuntary manslaughter of Kristina Goodrow and sentenced Thursday to 10 years in prison with all but six months suspended.

The judge’s sentence led Judy Goodrow to burst into tears and leave the courtroom saying: “It’s wrong. It’s wrong.

It’s so wrong.”

The sentence handed down

by Hanover Circuit Judge J. Overton Harris came after an extensive explanation, in which he highlighted the particulars of the case and said that no sentence would be deemed fitting enough by parents whose

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while traveling in a high-risk territory.

“Currently, there have been no locally acquired mosquitoborne Zika infections in the U.S. as of today,” Franck said Currently, there are more 750 cases reported of travelacquired Zika. “One case was acquired in a laboratory,” Franck said.

Mosquito control is a local

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Checkosky, owner of Pepicelli’s in Ashland with his wife, Lisa, and two teenage children.

The day also includes a “Help Our Veterans Campaign,” with donations being accepted for the local veterans’ center and Richmond VA Hospital

daughter was killed in such a manner.

Not only did Hardin have no criminal record, he also had no driving citations, and he had a reputation as a churchgoing family man and 20-year truck driver.

About 11 p.m. June 7, 2015, Hardin was driving northbound on U.S. 1 in Hanover, on a dark stretch near the Bobcat of Richmond dealership, when he came upon Hardin. She was riding her bicycle in the same direction on the far right edge of the road. She was wearing black pants and a dark gray hoodie, according to evidence presented in the case. Goodrow had been riding from her job at a Subway restaurant.

There was traffic to Hardin’s left — in the other northbound lane of U.S. 1 — Hardin testified in March, adding that he tried to pass her and believed at the time that he was giving her enough room, but he then heard a “thud.”

is welcomed throughout the process. He said residents can visit the DRPT’s website (drpt. virginia.gov) and view the FAQ section to learn more about the plan and how it could affect Hanover County.

At this time, Smith said the DRPT does not yet have a preference for which plan should be enacted. Potential plans include minor improvements to the existing alignment in Ashland, a third line adjacent to the current lines, or a western bypass for freight trains and passenger trains that don’t stop in Ashland.

Council member James Foley, who is the council’s liaison with R-MC, said council’s goal is to support a plan that would enhance service through Ashland while remaining within the physical boundaries of the existing station.

Contrary to Lindgren’s statement, Foley said council never endorsed or approved any plan for an 850-foot platform any-

where in town. After Lindgren issued his statement, Mayor George Spagna expressed the same disagreement.

Another of Lindgren’s objections was he believed town council was working without notifying the college of plans that would involve seizure of college land and expansion of the rail footprint in the middle of campus.

DRPT and Foley confirmed that in an April 28 meeting with two council members, as soon as there were any discussions about possible plans that would impact the R-MC campus, it was suggested that college representatives be brought into the fold to discuss it.

According to Foley, it was never considered a proposal but rather an opportunity for the DRPT to receive feedback from council members and county leadership about the idea.

At the suggestion of council members, a meeting was held on June 9 with Lindgren, DRPT and town council members. There, they discussed the possibility of an 850-foot plat-

form that would run through the college campus.

Based on the information from that meeting, RandolphMacon representatives created renderings of what that platform might look like, if constructed on campus.

Smith and Foley noted they had not seen any renderings until Lindgren’s presentation before the council on June 21. “Renderings were done by the college based on their interpretation of it,” Smith said. “We’re not at the rendering stage yet.”

While Lindgren voiced strong criticisms for the quality of communication between the DRPT, town council and the college, all parties have expressed a desire for open communication lines and maximum transparency.

Smith said the DRPT is undergoing serious public outreach along the entire rail corridor. “We’re trying to clearly communicate every facet of this study,” he said.

Foley said council members want public meetings and discussion about the potential

rail plans that effect the town.

“The station is a long way off,” Foley said. “The town isn’t going to give a recommendation without a lot more discussion and a lot more feedback. Nothing is going to happen until we all have robust dialogue.”

Foley said a third rail running along the existing lines is not considered an acceptable option for the town, but that, at the moment, council has not expressed a preference for any particular plan. He also emphasized that no proposals had been made yet and that the DRPT was merely seeking feedback. He added the goal of council is to receive feedback from all stakeholders in an attempt to come together with a unified message in support of a specific proposal when the time comes.

When asked about what requirements there may be for rail expansion in Ashland, Foley said council fundamentally agrees with the college’s opposition to the 850-foot platform.

“I’m more concerned with our relationship with the college,” he said.

responsibility in Virginia, but only two jurisdictions currently have programs designed to combat mosquitoes.

In addition, the type of mosquito that causes Zika is difficult to eradicate with traditional spraying or other methods.

The Asian tiger mosquito is a relatively new species that is very invasive and is an aggressive biter that attacks during the day.

The Yellow Fever mosquito

also can transmit the disease.

“These are the two mosquitoes that can transmit the Zika virus, that we know of so far,” Franck said.

The key to controlling these mosquitoes is public education in how to prevent breeding of them.

Franck said prevention methods include tipping, tossing and covering containers of water where the insects breed at least once a week.

“The control of the Asian

tiger mosquito is going to more of a private citizen, individual citizen responsibility,” Franck said. “These mosquitoes breed in man-made containers.”

Common sense measures to prevent mosquito bites include installing screens on windows and doors; running the air conditioner in your home; wearing long sleeves, long pants and socks; and using mosquito repellant.

Franck said Virginia has formed a Zika Task Force

focused on preventing the virus.

“First of all, we’re doing public education and outreach,” Franck said. “We put out messages on web pages like Hanover County. … and social media.”

Franck said the prevention campaign would involve many local government depart-

ments including Parks and Recreation, Communications and Fire-EMS. If one contracts the Zika virus, the symptoms usually last for about a week according to Franck.

“There is no cure. There is no treatment. Like many viruses, you treat it symptomatically.”

patients. Cash, clothing, toiletries, gift cards, and snacks are welcome.

Donations also are being accepted for W.H.E.A.T. (Western Hanover Emergency Action Team) and veterans.

What would a celebration be without food? Beaverdam’s Fourth of July event offers Ruritan Club concessions,

including burgers, hot dogs, fries, ice cream, candy and drinks, as well as Elmore Hall’s Famous BBQ Chicken Dinners, starting at 11 a.m.

In the “fun for the whole family” category, there will be face painting, a three-legged race, egg spoon races, and corn hole. Participants are encouraged to wear their red, white

and blue for prizes.

Those interested in being a vendor may rent a 12’x12’ space for $40. No food or drink allowed. To rent a space, call Ron Nanni at 804-647-1935.

Registration is required by Thursday, June 30.

For more information, go to www.BeaverdamRuritan. com/events.

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Dixie will make a great family pet. Princess, 443459, is a 1-year-old female domestic short-haired feline. She has had her first set of vaccines and is FELV/FIV test negative.

Princess is a cute girl that came to the shelter earlier this month. She has birthed a litter of kittens that has since been weaned and adopted.

She would love to find a home too. Princess has a friendly disposition and loves people.

She also seems to be litter trained. Princess will work ell as an indoor/outdoor cat. For more information on this great pet, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty.gov/Animals/Adopt-a-Pet/.

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Everyone will enjoy Jesse’s highly skilled performance full of wonderful surprises and humor. He juggles. He rides a unicycle. He juggles while riding a unicycle. It’s a balancing act you have to see to believe. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. Hanover Book Club at the Hanover Branch Library – 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 12.

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Tai Chi, now’s your chance.

Described as “meditation in motion, Tai Chi can be a gentle way to fight the stress of everyday living and may have a number of health benefits. Try it and see. For more information, call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.

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Jesse Joyner, Juggler at the Atlee Branch Library – 1:30 p.m. Friday, July 8. Everyone will enjoy Jesse’s highly skilled performance full of wonderful surprises and humor. He juggles. He rides a unicycle. He juggles while riding a unicycle.

It’s a balancing act you have to see to believe. For more information, call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Rd. Ink It! at the Atlee Branch Library – 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 9 and July 16, for ages 16 to adult. Learn how to draw in pen and ink with Celeste Johnston, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts faculty member and “Arts in the Garden” instructor.

This is a two-part class. Space is limited. Call or visit the library to sign up. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information, call 804-5590654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Rd. Pajama Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 11.

Bring your favorite snuggly friend for a special Storytime.

PJs and& slippers are great.

Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information, call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Rd. Let’s Draw! at the Atlee Branch Library – 2 to 4 p.m.

Friday, July 15 and 22, for ages 11 to 18. Try out techniques that make drawing easy and

ly book discussion group.

Refreshments will be provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. Shark Week at the Library at the Hanover Branch Library – 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 16. Who loves Shark Week?

See all of the shark things the library offers and make a shark-y craft. Tasty snacks for apex predators will be provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. Mother Nature’s Travelin’ Road Show at the Hanover Branch Library – 3:30 p.m.

Monday, July 18. The Virginia Living Museum’s kid-friendly show returns to the library with up close and personal experiences with the animals of Virginia. For more information, call 804-3656210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. “It’ll Give You Chills!”

Movie Night at the Hanover Branch Library – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, July 25, for ages 11 to 18. See a free movie based on R.L. Stine’s scary stories. Bring a friend. Pizza and popcorn will be provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. Storytimes at the Hanover Branch Library Friday, July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 – 10:45 a.m., Family for all ages. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr.

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Call or visit the library to sign up. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information, call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Rd. Family LEGOs at the Atlee Branch Library – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23, for ages 5 and up. Have fun at the library with your whole family as you put your LEGO engineering skills to work. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information, call 804-5590654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Rd. Storytimes at the Atlee Branch Library Wednesday, July 6, 13, 20 and 27 – 10 a.m., Mother Goose for 6 to 24 months old with parents; 10:45 a.m., Toddler, 2 years old with parent; and 11:30 a.m. Preschool, 3 to 5 years old.

Thursday, June 7, 14, 21 and 28 – 10 a.m., Mother Goose for 6 to 24 months old with parent; 10:45 a.m., Family for all ages; and 11:30 a.m., Preschool for 3 to 5 years old.

For more information, call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Rd.

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Libraries will be closed Monday, July 4, for the holiday.

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New program targets at-risk students in finding jobs

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local HANOVER — There’s good news on the way for some students in Hanover County Public Schools who experience difficulty finding employment once they graduate from high school.

Assistant superintendent Jennifer Greif introduced a new pilot program geared to assist at-risk students in obtaining employment once they graduate from high school.

Greif said JVG is a 20-year program that has been successfully implemented in many school divisions, including Chesterfield.

“What it does is establishes a transition program and helps at-risk students find

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Jennifer Greif, assistant superintendent for instructional leadership, addressed the Hanover County School Board about the JVG program to assist at-risk students in securing employment.

their place. … to become job ready, career ready or to find a footing in the college environment,” she added.

Jobs for Virginia Graduates (JVG) is an award-winning program targeted at at-risk students who often graduate from

high school with few options.

“This is a great opportunity for an inclusive educational opportunity and to help

impact our kids in a much greater way to prepare them to be career ready,” Lee-Davis High School principal Charles Stevens said.

The initial private sector program will enroll about 35 at-risk students who may not be as motivated and positively impact them past high school.

“What I really like about this program is taking kids that may not be as motivated and positively impact them past high school,” Stevens.

That at-risk tag includes disabled students and allows them a chance at real world opportunities.

“I’ve been trying to get this in Hanover since I moved here 10 years ago,” Barry Glenn, president of JVG, said.

He said the graduates are closely monitored, ensuring

they maintain the jobs earned.

“If they don’t keep they job, we find them another one.” JVT is part of a network organized by Jobs for America’s graduates that operates in 36 states and provides local school divisions with valuable data regarding at-risk students.

“We capture everything,” Glenn said. “When they graduate, we monitor where they are working, how much they are working, and how much they are making. We follow those kids for a whole year.”

Glenn said the program is a prime motivator in preventing high school dropouts.

The program has been attempted in 37 school districts and boasts a 97 percent graduation rate among at-risk see AT-RISK, pg. 28

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allocate a one-time $10,000 payment for Ashland Open Door, a group founded to assist families with children who are affected by the closing and the new ordinance requirements.

The ultimate goal, according to Prichard, is to locate full-time housing for these residents, and begin to address a problem that has plagued the interchange at Interstate 95 for more than a decade.

Since the Apple Garden closed, police calls have decreased 25 percent in Ashland, and Prichard said long-term solutions could further benefit the area’s economic development and public safety issues Prichard said the plight of the children living in these motel settings is heartbreaking. “We have children who are very young, school-aged, who are living next door to

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folks who are perhaps doing a number of illegal activities, including a very large population of sex offenders living in those motels,” she said.

Prichard said that presents a pubic safety issue coupled with a significant economic development impact for that area.

“It’s a terrible situation that has lots of terrible outcomes. It has many terrible humanitarian outcomes, but it also has any terrible economic development outcomes,” she said.

Until the problem is corrected, Prichard said “that interchange is always going to be under-utilized and be a detriment to that part of the county’s economy as well as the town’s economy.”

Bob Delille formed Ashland Open Door to assist families with children in finding permanent housing in the form of rental homes and apartments after Ashland’s Town Council passed ordinances that restrict long-term stays at local motels

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last year.

Some residents have lived in the motels for over 10 years according to Prichard, and now find themselves searching for alternative housing.

Delille rallied a number of businesses and community organizations to come to the aid of these displaced families.

Of the 21 families with children displaced when Apple Garden closed, Ashland Open Door has placed seven of them in permanent housing.

He told the supervisors that the group has hired a case worker to assist families in distress and is actively seeking housing for the affected families.

Prichard asked her fellow board members to match a $10,000 pledge by the Town of Ashland to assist Ashland Open Door in its efforts.

Delille acknowledged the good work of local churches and community groups who have supplied money, clothes

and support services to these residents, but said the problem still exists.

“With all the efforts to help these folks with their basic needs, they are still there.

Those motels are still full with people who should not be there particularly in regard to children. That’s what we are focused on,” Delille said.

Supervisor Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville District, said he personally supported the group’s efforts, but could not support supplying taxpayer money for the project.

He expressed confidence that local civic organizations would step up and help, but felt uneasy using taxpayer funds to help the affected residents.

“I think your heart is in the right place, but, unfortunately, your hands are reaching the wrong pockets,” Peterson said.

“For every nonprofit we contribute to here — no matter how worthy the cause — we

first have to take the funds from our citizens and taxpayers’ pockets.”

Peterson said that’s tantamount to deciding what charities citizens will support. “I don’t believe that’s the way government is supposed to operate.”

Scott Wyatt and Sean Davis, Cold Harbor and Henry Districts, also said they could not support the motion for a variety of reasons, but both applauded the efforts of Ashland Open Door.

“I think, in this case, it’s a public safety issue,” said Wayne Hazzard, South Anna District. “I don’t think this a whole lot different from funding the fire department or the sheriff ’s office or anything else. It’s a one-time thing with public safety in mind,” he said in voicing his support.

The board vote was level when chair Aubrey Stanley, Beaverdam District, cast the deciding vote in favor of the appropriation.

Parsons’ Cause performances continuing Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER — The Parsons’ Cause Foundation Inc. is announcing its Summer 2016 program of free performances at the Historic Hanover Courthouse.

For complete details, visit the website at www.parsonscause.org.

This summer’s schedule includes: Benjamin Franklin – His Own Greatest Invention — (Bonus: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence), July 2.

Lafayette – My American Revolution, July 9.

Martha Ann Fields – Tragedy to Triumph, July 16.

John Marshall – The see PARSONS’, pg. 27

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ing extended motel stays in Ashland represent the first step in a strategic plan to address an ongoing problem with longterm residents residing in 14 Ashland motels adjacent to Interstate 95.

Coupled with the recent closing of the Apple Garden Inn by the Virginia Health Department, the changes equate to a situation where a number of long-term residents have no place to live.

Community- and faithbased groups in Ashland have attempted to fill the void in the period before the new ordinance takes effect July 1.

Faye Prichard, Ashland representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, asked fellow boardmembers to

HANOVER – “The Wiz” continues its run this week at the Hanover Tavern. The musical is being presented in partnership with the Hanover Arts & Activities Center.

This marks the 10th year for the musical theater, with shows scheduled for 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, June 29), Thursday and Friday at the Tavern.

Lorie Foley is the director of The Center Players, which includes about 50 students from Atlee, Lee-Davis and Patrick Henry high schools; Liberty and Stonewall Jackson middle schools; and Gandy and Henry Clay elementary schools.

In the lead roles are: Kendall Wilkinson plays Dorothy and attends Atlee.

Sloan Minor plays Scarecrow and attends LeeDavis.

Cami Myers plays Aunt Em and attends Lee-Davis.

Takir McClain plays Tinman and attends Patrick Henry.

Devon Shelton plays Lion and attends Patrick Henry.

Sydney Johnson plays Evillene and attends Atlee.

Kennedy O’Hanley plays Addaperle and attends Atlee.

Alena Hicks plays the Wiz and attends Liberty.

Rebekah Blackburn plays Glinda and attends Liberty.

The talented Hanover County students will perform with the support of an electrified band led by Fred Horn, music director.

“The Wiz” is filled with singing, dancing and acting.

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see WIZ, pg. 35

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Marcus Lynn Tyler Jr. and Sylvia Blake Tyler will be celebrating their 56th wedding anniversary on Friday, July 1. They have two daughters, Kim and Robin Tyler, and one son, Mark Tyler of Mechanicsville.

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Ashland resident Bob Delille founded Ashland Open Door to assist families displaced by recent ordinance changes regarding long term hotel stays in motels near the Interstate 95 interchange.

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Blood donations needed to help through summer Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood in the weeks surrounding Independence Day to help ensure a sufficient blood supply for patients now and throughout the summer.

Blood donations often decline in the summer months, especially around summer

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Making of a Nation, July 23.

Sarah Elmira Royster Shelton – Poe’s Love, July 30.

Freedom’s Apostles – The Trial of the Spotsylvania Baptists, Aug. 6.

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L-DHS Youth Football Camp Sheriff: Now is the time to to be held week of July 11-14 plan for National Night Out Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

MECHANICSVILLE – Lee-Davis High School 2016 Youth Football Camp will be held from 9 a.m. to noon July 11-14 for rising first through eighth graders.

Camp format — Players are divided into different groups based on their age and are taught the fundamental skills relating to every offensive and defensive position as well as kicking and punting. After rotating through each position, players will participate in a variety of football games.

Cost — $80 per camper.

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students.

Hanover enters the program with Glenn’s high expectations.

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shirt, shorts, and water bottle.

Campers also may want to bring a light snack. Water and Gatorade will be provided.

Inclement weather — In the event of inclement weather, the camp will be held indoors.

Additional camp details — The camp will be held at the Lee-Davis Football Stadium and Lee-Davis Football practice field.

Register online at http:// leedavisfootball.myonlinecamp.com.

For more information, contact Ryan Turnage, head football coach, at 804-723-2200 or email leedavisfootball@gmail. com.

“We are going to have a great program in Hanover. I guarantee it,” he said.

The initial program will only be available to Lee-Davis students.

The program is state

funded and the Hanover grant is part of a larger AT&T Foundation donation to the program. Goochland and Hopewell also are funded at a $25,000 level.

After the first year, the

program must stand on its own.

“The at-risk part for those students is what happens next,” Greif said.

“The dropout rate is even larger after they leave high

school,” Stevens said.

JVG offers a comprehensive life learning experience that prepares students for life’s everyday challenges.

“We prepare them for everything. They know about

income taxes, how to construct a resume,” Glenn said.

While the program will initially be offered at Lee-Davis, it but could expand after first year results are evaluated and assessed.

365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. Adult Coloring Club at the Mechanicsville Branch Library – 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Wednesday, July 6 and 20.

Come color. Calm your mind, promote wellness, and have fun. The library will supply some items, but you also can bring your own to share. For more information, call 804365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. Family Movie Matinee at the Mechanicsville Branch Library – 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 7. Bring the whole family for a great movie on the big screen at the library. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information, call 804365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. Jesse Joyner, Juggler at the Mechanicsville Branch Library – 11 a.m. Friday, July 8. Everyone will enjoy Jesse’s

highly skilled performance full of wonderful surprises and humor. He juggles. He rides a unicycle! He juggles while riding a unicycle. It’s a balancing act you have to see to believe. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. “Sun & Fun!” Teen Art at the Mechanicsville Branch Library – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Monday, July 11, for ages 11 to 18. Upcycle your old t-shirts into a beach bag or bathing suit cover up (requires an oversized t-shirt). No sewing required.

Sign-ups requested. For more information, call 804-3656210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr. “Drive-in” Movie for Kids at the Mechanicsville Branch Library – 10:30 a.m.

to noon Saturday, July 16, for ages 4 to 10. Decorate a “car” made out of boxes and then “park” it at the drive-in for a movie. Sign-ups requested.

Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr.

Mother Nature’s Travelin’ Road Show at the Mechanicsville Branch Library – 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 18, and 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 21. The Virginia Living Museum’s kid-friendly show returns to the library with up-close and personal experiences with the animals of Virginia. Please send an email with your address to Michelle Wall, mwall@mechlocal.com.

Thank you.

Storytimes at the Mechanicsville Branch Library Tuesday, July 5, 12, 19 and 26 – 10 a.m., Mother Goose for 6 to 24 months with parents; 10:45 a.m., Preschool for 3 to 5 years old; 11:15 a.m., Family for all ages; and 6:45 p.m., Family for all ages.

Wednesday, July 6, 13, 20 and 27—10 a.m., Toddler, 2 years old with parents; 10:45 a.m., Preschool, 3 to 5 years old; and 11:15 a.m., Family for all ages.

Thursday, July 7, 14, 21 and 28 – 10 a.m., Toddler, 2 years old with parent; 10:45 a.m., Preschool for 3 to 5 years old; and 11:15 a.m., Family for all ages.

For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr.

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Daily prizes will be given out each day for the top camper.

All campers will give the camper free admittance into Lee-Davis’s first home game against J.R. Tucker and will help lead the team onto the field.

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HANOVER — The time has come to start planning for the National Night Out 2016 in Hanover County.

The date for National Night Out is Tuesday, Aug. 2.

“National Night Out is an annual event designed to strengthen our communities by encouraging neighborhoods to engage in stronger relationships with each other and with their local law enforcement partners,” Sgt. James R. Cooper of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office said.

“The goal is to heighten crime-prevention awareness, build support and participation in local anti-crime programs, and most importantly, send a message that our neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. It’s also the

perfect opportunity to get to know your neighbors even better,” he added.

“In 2015, Hanover County ranked 20th in the nation of communities of a similar size.

Another excellent example of the partnership between the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office and the community we serve,” Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, said.

“If your community is planning to have an event on this night to celebrate National Night Out, or you would like more information about National Night Out, contact Deputy Barry Bland at 804-365-7116 or by email at bwbland@hanovercounty.gov by Tuesday, July 26, so that we can make plans to stop by and thank the community for their support in keeping our communities safe,” the sheriff said.

CELEBRATIONS | Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries

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he marriage of Miss Caroline Elizabeth Heltzel and Lt. Franklin O’Bryan Overstreet took place on Saturday, June 25, 2016, at First English Lutheran Church in Richmond, Virginia. The Reverend John Schweitzer officiated.

Caroline is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett R. Heltzel. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Helen F. Groves and the late Russell Groves, the late Elwood Heltzel, and the late Mr. and Mrs. William E. Crumpler.

Franklin is the son of Ms. Samantha Pennell and Mr. Jerry Overstreet, Sr. He is the grandson of Ms. Gloria Spradlin.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore her grandmother’s gown of Chantilly lace over satin.

Mrs. Laura Heltzel Poole served as her sister’s matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Lydia Mindling, Mrs. Emily Dent, Mrs. Martha Schley Smith, and Ms. Caroline Wilson.

Family Fun Day to be held July 6

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Harry and Ruth Waller will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on Thursday, June 30. They are the proud parents of the Waller Family singing group. Harry and Ruth lived in New Kent County for over 20 years. They are now residents of Hanover County. They have 10 grandchildren and four great-grand children. They are members of St Paul’s Baptist church. In their spare time, Ruth and Harry enjoy going to the movies. They love to travel and they volunteer annually to help raise awareness for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.

MECHANICSVILLE — Virginia Cooperative Extension is hosting a family fun day from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 6, at the New Highland Baptist Church Farmer’s Market.

A unique feature of this farmer’s market is that they honor Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

Individuals that have SNAP can purchase fresh produce at New Highland Farmer’s Market to prepare healthy meals and move toward a healthier lifestyle.

Money spent at farmer’s markets supports local farmers and the local economy.

Additionally, purchasing your food directly from the producer allows you to interact with those that are growing see FUN, pg. 30

Photo courtesy of Robert Harris Photography

MRS. FRANKLIN O’BRYAN OVERSTREET the former Caroline Elizabeth Heltzel Mr. Jerry Overstreet, Jr. served as his brother’s best man. Groomsmen were Lt. Patrick Sexton, Lt. Antonio Wood, Lt. Nathaniel Gant,

and Lt. JG Jason Spencer.

A reception was held at the Commonwealth Club.

The couple will reside in Germany.

L-DHS Class of ’91 to gather for 25th reunion MANQUIN — The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1991 will celebrate its 25th reunion from 7 p.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 16, at the Redwood Grill in Manquin.

Tickets are $50 per person.

To receive an invitation containing the important details of the event, send an email to ldhsclassof91@gmail.com.

For information on Celebrations (engagements and weddings), contact Michelle Wall at 804-775-4610 or mwall@mechlocal.com

Married 60 years Photo submitted by Debra Myers

Mr. and Mrs. William C. (Bill) and Georgie (Jo) of Old Church celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 22. At age 80, they still are happily married and taking care of each other. They have a loving family with sons Cliff and Danny; daughter- in-law, Debra; and three grandsons, Christopher, Craig and Cole.

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This tradition of excellence can be seen in the four beautiful chapels located throughout the Richmond area: centrally located on Cutshaw Avenue in the city, on Broad Street Road past Innsbrook, on Ashbrook Parkway in Chesterfield and serving the Hanover-Mechanicsville area on Lee-Davis Road. All four facilities are under the personal direction of Charles D. Morehead, President.

In a time of need, you can turn to Bennett Funeral Home with trust and confidence. It serves families of all faiths with personal service, before, during, and after. There is a long tradition of professionalism and caring.

One way in which Bennett cares for families is by offering a convenient and personalized pre-need program. Through this program of pre-need planning, you can spare your loved ones the burden of making decisions at an emotional time.

Call Bennett Funeral Home at 746-8665 to schedule a pre-planning consultation.

Documentary addresses life of addict ASHLAND — In an effort to educate the community on the growing epidemic of prescription drug and heroin abuse, the Ashland Police Department, Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office and the local offices of the FBI and DEA are offering a showing of the documentary, “Chasing the Dragon: The Life of an Opiate Addict,” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 11, at the Ashland Theater at 205 England St. in Ashland.

This 45-minute documentary profiles the stories of several people who either abused opiates or had family members become addicts.

The documentary also features interviews with medical and law enforcement professionals discussing the effects of the addiction, and how this

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abusing these drugs and that it will cause people to think twice before becoming its next victim.”

“In addition to the toll on human life and devastation on families, we know that most of our property crime in the Town of Ashland has a direct nexus to opioid abuse,” said Chief Doug Goodman of the Ashland Police Department.

Although this documentary is targeted at educating high school and above students and young adults, all concerned members of the community are invited to attend this showing to further the dialogue on the issue.

In addition to this viewing, community groups are encouraged to work with law

enforcement to share this video with their neighborhood watch groups, civic organizations, faith circles, etc.

The film also is available for free at www.fbi.gov/ ChasingTheDragon.

Doors to the theater will open at 6 p.m. on July 11, with the documentary starting at 6:30 p.m.

Law enforcement representatives will be available before and after the film to answer any questions and discuss ways we can continue this dialogue in our community.

Parking is limited so plan accordingly.

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by Officer Chip Watts, public information and community policing, Ashland Police Department.

Limited-edition cooler offered to encourage donors Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com “Donating blood helps save lives and can affect people you know and work alongside every day,” said Scott Nethery, whose 7-year-old daughter Audrey requires frequent transfusions. Audrey was born with Diamond Blackfan anemia, a rare condition where her body doesn’t make enough red blood cells. “I am so appreciative of the individuals whose blood is within my daughter at this very moment. Without blood, my little angel would not be with us today.”

To encourage more people to donate around Independence Day, all those who come out to donate blood July 1-5 will receive a limited-edition Red Cross lunch cooler, while supplies last.

Donors of all blood types are needed now. Schedule an appointment to give blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.

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epidemic is unlike any this country has seen before.

“It is my hope that this event will raise awareness and provide those suffering with addiction, and their family and friends, with additional resources to combat drug use and get the help that these individuals so desperately need,” said Col. David R. Hines, sheriff of Hanover County.

“This epidemic does not discriminate; All across this country, it is taking good people from good homes and leading them down a trail that often ends in pain and sadness,” said FBI Director James Comey. “This film may be difficult to watch, but we hope it educates our students and young adults about the tragic consequences that come with

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your produce, building a special trust that you can’t get at a

org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767).

In Mechanicsville, a blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 14 at the Veterans of Foreign Wars at 7168 Flag Lane.

How to donate blood Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

grocery store.

The day’s events will include a scavenger hunt for ingredients, cooking demos, and prizes.

Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.

About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-forprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

For more information, contact Laura Maxey-Nay at 804-752-4307 or lmaxey-nay@ vt.edu.

If you are a person with

a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate, call 804-752-4310

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Summer Food Program feeds children for free Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com With summer right around the corner, it’s time to think about keeping children healthy while school is out.

The Pamunkey Regional Library provides free breakfasts to children

during the summer.

From Monday, June 20, to Friday, Aug. 26, breakfasts will be served Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Ashland Branch Library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. and the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing

Place.

Breakfast will not be served at either location on Monday, July 4, or at the Mechanicsville location only on Friday, July 8.

There are no income requirements or registration.

Any child under age 18 may come

to eat.

For more information, call the Ashland Branch Library at 804-7984072 or the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 804-746-9615 or email ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.

Each year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture partners with local orga-

nizations like the Pamunkey Regional Library to provide free meals to children when school is out for the summer.

For more information about the national Summer Food Service Program, visit http://www.fns.usda. gov/cnd/summer.

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County parks welcome applications from mobile food vendors ASHLAND — Hanover County Parks and Recreation is excited to offer once again the opportunity for temporary food vendors to enhance park patron’s experience.

While park concessions will be open, product sales will be limited to drinks and prepackaged foods.

Mobile food operators, including food trucks and

stand-alone set up concessionaires, are invited to consider applying for a Mobile Food Vendor Permit through Parks and Rec. Those wishing to obtain a seasonal or daily Mobile Food Vendor Permit must apply through the Parks and Recreation Department at least two weeks in advance of their first planned date of opera-

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The application requires a Virginia Department of Health Permit, Hanover County Fire Inspection, Certificate of Insurance and applicable fee.

Now is the time to plan for upcoming events in the parks. Athletics season has already begun and the fall will be here soon filled with practices, games and tournaments.

A limited number of permits will be issued on a first come, first served basis.

All interested parties and businesses are encouraged to review the Mobile Food

Vendor Permit information and application.

They are available online at: www.hanovercounty. gov/Parks-and-Rec/ParkInformation or stop by the

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onstrations, and the public is invited to attend.

The location is the All Souls Community Garden associated with the All Souls Episcopal Church.

Class-A-Roll cooking demonstrations will begin at 10:30 and 11:15 a.m., using fresh summer foods in recipes that should appeal to families.

In addition, the Atlee Y will provide its registered dietician with information about foods, nutrition, meal planning, and diabetes health.

Children are welcome to attend with their parents and

there will be children’s games and activities while parents attend the cooking demonstrations and talk with representatives from Bon Secours, the Y, and All Souls Episcopal Church.

Now in the 5th year, the garden donates all produce to food pantries in the Mechanicsville area, including MCEF, Northside Baptist Church’s Loaves and Fishes and Hanover Evangelical Friends Church.

For more information about the event, call 804-5143020 and ask for Lee.

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M E C HA N IC S V I L L E — The James River Ringers will Ring Around the World with a handbell concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, July 10, will be held at the New Hanover Presbyterian Church.

Bring the entire family as there is something special planned for all. Stay for a “Make Your Own” sundae.

New Hanover Presbyterian Church is located at 10058 Chamberlayne Road in Mechanicsville.

For more information, call 804-730-9700.

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Tickets are $10 per person in advance and $15 per person at the door.

Buy 10 tickets, and you will receive one free ticket.

To reserve tickets, email tickets@hanoverarts.org.

For more information, visit www.hanoverarts.org or call 804-798-2728.

All proceeds benefit the Hanover Arts & Activities Center, a nonprofit organization, whose mission is to promote arts, education and community-building.

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When his tractor-trailer clipped Goodrow’s bicycle handlebar, she was sent flying to the ground, and then the back wheels of the tractor-trailer ran her over, killing her immediately, according to court evidence.

Just three days before Goodrow’s death, Hanover County sheriff ’s deputy Timothy Hallock happened upon someone at a convenience store who told the deputy that he had almost grazed a bicyclist on U.S. 1. That prompted Hallock to search

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for the cyclist, Hallock testified in March.

The deputy described Goodrow as “extremely difficult” to see from afar but clearly visible once he drove closer to her, so he followed her long enough to approach her at a safe, well-lit area.

He warned her that she could be killed if she wasn’t careful, Hallock said.

During the bench trial in March, prosecutor Stephen Royalty effectively made the case to Judge Harris that Hardin could have done more to prevent Goodrow’s death, and that instead of slowing down, he attempted to “thread

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for a sentence of up to six months.

“This guy’s record is as good as it gets. His background is as good as it gets,” Harris said shortly before handing down the sentence.

Before being sentenced, Hardin cried while telling the judge that he constantly replays the night of the crash over and over again in his mind. In his plea to Harris, he never asked for a light sentence, but instead cried while repeating that it was an accident, and a “horrible” thing that he did. He turned to Goodrow’s parents and begged for their forgiveness.

the needle” and pass the young woman.

Hardin said he saw her riding her bicycle in a weaving manner before hitting her.

In sentencing Hardin, Harris distinguished the case from other manslaughter and involuntary manslaughter cases.

There was no indication that Hardin had exceeded the 45 mph speed limit, for example, had been drinking alcohol or otherwise was doing anything erratic before spotting Goodrow.

The state sentencing guidelines, which serve as recommendations for judges, called

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All graduates of the LeeDavis High School Class of 1977 are invited to attend the 40th reunion, which is scheduled to be held on Aug. 27, 2017, at the Richmond Omni Hotel.

For more information, email Elaine Wren at elainewren@verizon.net. or check out Classmates-Lee Davis Class of 1977.

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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 Welcomes You! 779-3454.

3263 Old Church Rd. Sundays: 10a Holy Eucharist, 10-11a Nursery, 11:15a Refreshments. 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 Sun. Sch. 9:15am: Worship: Sun. 10:30am; Wed. Night Ministries @ 6:30pm

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

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Hanover Baptist Church (3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall).

Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club.

Family oriented & God-centered.

Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior.

798-7190 www.hbcva.org LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295.

"The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter.

Find out more on our web: lbcrichmond.com Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170 COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 messiahmech.org Sunday Service- 10:45 am 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 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: 10 am Worship 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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SOUTHERN BAPTIST

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

UNITED METHODIST

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

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

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

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"

Email us at news@mechlocal.com or sports@mechlocal.com

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 New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am.

Bible Study/Youth activities 6pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church Bible Study for all ages: 9:15 am, Blended Worship 10:30 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

Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd., 746-0980 R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Summer Sunday Worship - 10 am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School (all ages) 9 am Staff Youth Director www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118 Shady Grove United Methodist Celebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:15. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:15am. All Ages. Nursery for infants & toddlers at all services.

Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville.

Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC Church of the Redeemer 8275 Meadowbridge Road 746-4911 www.churchredeemer.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

Mass celebrated on Saturday 5:30 PM Sunday 8:00 & 10:00 AM

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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GRAL swimming: Hungary Creek at Burkwood 6:00 p.m.

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Powhatan youth takes 4th in Bryan Trophy

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MANAKIN-SAB OT – Powhatan’s Elizabeth Carter didn’t expect to win anything when she readied herself for the Bryan Trophy competition at the Deep Run Horse Show at the Deep Run Hunt Club Saturday morning.

She just wanted to get through the jumping course and other tests without any grave mistakes.

Carter need not have worried. The rising freshman at Blessed Sacrament Huguenot and her mount, Andiamo, left the award ceremony with award ribbons and she sported a huge smile after claiming a fourthplace finish – the best of any local competitor – in the prestigious competition.

The competition consisted of three phases – a jumping course, followed by two sets of horsemanship exercises. The 14-year-old had to maneuver Andiamo over a series of 3foot, 3-inch obstacles during the jumping portion.

“I had never jumped that high before, so it was a lot of fun going there,” Carter said. “I was just hoping to go in and get around the course and have fun.

I wasn’t expecting to get a good ribbon or anything.”

Carter confessed to have a bad case of butterflies before she rode out onto the course.

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Powhatan’s Elizabeth Carter and her mount Andiamo clears a jump during the 55th Bryan Trophy competition at the Deep Run Horse Show at the Deep Run Hunt Club Saturday. Carter finished fourth in the event.

“I was very nervous going in there,” she said. “Once I got into the ring, I calmed down a little bit, but before I was going in there, I was very nervous leading up to this. … I didn’t want to fall off. That was my main goal, to stay on, get around the course – which I did.”

She said that even Andiamo was a bit uptight.

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“He seemed a little nervous coming up to the first jump, but then I think he was better after we got over the first one,” Carter said.

Haley Redifer, 16, of Barboursville – astride her mount, Ballon – won the Bryan Trophy competition and will be the 55th person to have her name engraved on the silver

platter. Eliza Van Der Woude, 17, of Warrenton finished second and Kelsey Campbell, 16, of Great Falls was third.

Darby Cole, 17, of Virginia Beach finished fifth, followed by Grace Ayyildiz,15, of Charlottesville, Gabrielle Glendening, 13, of Annapolis, Maryland, and Katie Solomons, 13, of Burke.

“I had no idea that I was going to win it,” Redifer said.

“I thought one of my friends was going to win it, and I feel fantastic. My horse was perfect.

I couldn’t have asked for him to be any better.”

Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

OMAHA, Neb. – A trio of Hanover County swimmers are now competing for spots on the U.S. Olympic team at the Olympic team trials at the CenturyLink Center.

LaurenMeeker(NOVA/ Atlee), Molly Sheffield (Poseideon/Lee-Davis) and Ted Schubert (NOVA/ Patrick Henry) are all trying to earn the right to represent the United States at the Rio Olympics.

As of the time this edition went to press, Schubert had three events left to compete in: the men’s 1,500-meter freestyle, the 200 backstroke see OLYMPIC, pg. 37

West county teams claim GRAL meet victories

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor GLEN ALLEN – The Federal Club’s growing swim program got an extra boost in energy last week, picking up its second win ever in a Greater Richmond Aquatic League meet, eking out a 14-point victory over Battlefield Green Wednesday night 581-567.

In other GRAL action Hanover Country Club defeated Old Church 927.5-711.5.

The Federal Club and Battlefield Green are in GRAL Division 4 – the league’s smallest teams – and fought hard in a sport where the numbers often play a big role in determining team scores.

“That’s been pretty exciting,” said Federal Club first-year head coach Trey Berry. “We’re getting more comfortable, I think, all the coaches and the kids, now that we know each other after the first few weeks.”

Battlefield Green head coach Katrina Gauntt said the meet

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Battlefield Green’s Garrett Gauntt (left) takes a big lead over The Federal Club’s Lewis Powell in the boys 100-yard backstroke in a Greater Richmond Aquatic League swim meet Wednesday.

was a lot of fun.

“We enjoy racing Federal Club,” Gauntt said. “They’re about our size and it’s got good competition.”

Gauntt said it has been fairly

rare for them to be paired with such an evenly matched team in the past. “[It’s been] maybe once or twice a year,” Gauntt said. “They just re-did divisions, actually, so

that teams are swimming teams more their size instead of teams closer to them. … It’s going to be a very interesting year.”

The Federal Club had seven quad winners: Amanda

MRA swimmers beat Chestnut Oaks

By Caroline Naumann For The Mechanicsville Local MECHANICSVILLE – Each summer, the Greater Richmond Aquatic League offers some swimmers the opportunity to improve their competitive skills.

It offers all its swimmers the chance to have fun.

Wednesday, swimmers from the Chestnut Oaks Stingrays and the Mechanicsville Marlins did a lot of both at Mechanicsville Recreation Association for their second meet of the 2016 season.

But the Marlins earned the bulk of the bragging rights, swimming to a 290-point victory over the Stingrays, 1,098.50-808.50.

Brendan Farrar, one of the

Marlins’ quad winners, works to boost his chance to join his brother Austin – another Mechanicsville quad winner – among the ranks of collegiate swimmers.

Brendan – who won the 1518 boys 100-meter backstroke, 15-18 boys 50 breaststroke and 15-18 boys 100 butterfly and as part of the 15-18 boys 200 medley relay – is an rising sophomore at Lee-Davis who wants to win as well as improve during the summer season.

“I plan on swimming at the collegiate level,” said Brendan, whose brother, Austin, committed to swim at the University of Mary Washington next fall. “I want to improve my times and

my rankings and my goal is to win at Champs this year.”

Brendan not only wants to win at Champs: he wants to improve his times in the hope of earning cuts for the VHSL Group 5A state tournament in the regular high school season.

He accomplished this goal for the first time last year as a freshman, and hopes to find himself again there this year.

The Marlins had a number of other quad winners in addition to Brendan and Austin Farrar: Tyler Early, Trevor Gammon, Alison Harvey, Aidan Langford, Audrey Leonard, Collin Marks, Alex Pruemer, Emilie Standridge and Jack Standridge.

The Marlins’ triple winners were

Barnard, Karina Blanco, Alex Gertner, Cullen Harrington, Lewis Powell, Kaitlyn Ryan and Justin Schruijer. They had three triple winners: William Barnard, Jackson Enright and Ayden McKenna.

Battlefield Green had four triple winners – Todd Brown, Devin George, Christine Gilbreath and Madie Walters – and three triple winners: Rhane Elder, Garrett Gauntt and Audrey Smith.

Hanover Country Club was a bit short-handed for its meet at Old Church.

“It was a little nerve-wracking because we were missing a bunch of swimmers compared to the first meet,” said Hanover Country Club head coach Leslie Nuckols. “But we still got it done, so that was good. … We’re pretty solid in all the age groups. Obviously there are some super-fast, all-year-round swimmers in certain age groups that help out a lot in points.”

Old Church head coach Courtney Hurtubise said num-

bers made the difference in the team results, but there was plenty for Old Church to celebrate on the individual level.

“They had more swimmers and they had some really good younger kids. They had a lot of young kids and some really good ones. They have some good depth on their team,” Hurtubise said of Hanover Country Club.

“But my kids swam really well. … I had quite a few swimmers that got best times in all of their individual events, so that was pretty cool. A couple of kids got Champs cuts.”

Hanover Country Club had seven quad winners: K.K. Kashinejad, Rawlings Leachman, Sydney McAdoo, Will McAdoo, Maddie Medel, Logan Nuckols and Dyland Schloss. It had nine triple winners: Caroline Cox, Samantha Cox, Farrah Hollender, Gareth Hollender, Brady Mason, Melanie McAdoo, Peyton Mills, Hannah Robertson and Hilton see GRAL, pg. 38

Farrar picks UWM

Autumn Angus, Sonora Baker, Meryl Carlton, Sara Gaston, see MRA, pg. 38

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and the 200 butterfly. He swam in the 400 individual medley Sunday and did not advance to the semifinals.

Meeker is competing in the women’s 200 backstroke.

Sheffield competed in the 100 butterfly Sunday and did not advance to the semifinals.

The U.S. Olympic team trials began on June 26 and will end Sunday.

Photo credit

Lee-Davis swimmer Austin Farrar (seated, second from right) committed to the University of Mary Washington in a signing ceremony at Lee-Davis High School on June 9. He is joined by (clockwise, from left): his father, Scott Farrar; his brother, Brendan Farrar; Lee-Davis principal Charles Stevens; Lee-Davis head swimming coach Stuart Bernstein; Lee-Davis athletic director Tripp Metzger; and his mother, Lisa Farrar.

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Mechanicsville saves win at Colonial Heights

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor COLONIAL HEIGHTS – Mechanicsville Post 175 held the lead for the first half of its game against the Colonial Heights Post 284 Buccaneers at Shepherd Stadium Sunday night.

Then Mechanicsville allowed Post 284B to catch up in the fifth inning and go ahead in the sixth.

But Post 175 buckled down and its offense perked up, scoring a pair of runs in the eighth inning and adding four more in the ninth to claim an 11-6 victory.

Mechanicsville’s offense started slow, managing only a run in each of the first three innings as Bucs starting pitcher Quinton Thomas kept his team close.

Mechanicsville starter Rob Whitfield did the same – holding Post 284B scoreless the first three innings and allowing just one run in the fourth – but Colonial Heights bats, coupled with a couple of Post 175 defensive mistakes, forced him out and allowed the Buccaneers to even the score at 5-5.

“The top of their lineup is really good. They’ve got some pretty good hitters up there,” Mechanicsville manager Tyler Kane said of Post 284B. “We allowed runners to get on base and made a couple of defensive mistakes, and they hit a fast ball and they hit it far – and that

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Mechanicsville Post 175 catcher Tyler Blaum tries to get a tag on Colonial Heights Post 284 Buccaneers’ shortstop Jayson Maitland at home in Post 175’s 11-6 victory over Post 284B at Shepherd Stadium Sunday.

scored a couple of runs.

“I thought Rob Whitfield did a pretty good job. He made two mistakes and they capitalized on them.”

Thomas was doing a good

MRA

job as well. He made the defensive play of the night on a foul pop-up lost by his catcher, running down a Post 175 foul ball from the mound and diving

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for it at the backstop. From the sound in the stands, it seemed the Mechanicsville fans began to applaud the effort before the Colonial Heights home crowd.

“He did a great job.

Apparently he didn’t play this past season in high school, but he’s one of the most athletic pitchers I’ve seen. He kept us off

balance for the most part,” Kane said of Thomas. “I’ve never seen a play where the pitcher is laying out close to the backstop and making that catch.”

Post 175 had just a one-run lead in the eighth inning when Thomas’ lack of playing time caught up with him. In the bottom of the inning, Thomas ran hard to first to beat out an infield single and pulled up with a leg cramp short of first base. He tried to pitch the top of the ninth, but after a couple of warmup throws, had to leave the mound.

Mechanicsville pounced on the relievers, scoring four insurance runs in the top of the inning to put the game away.

Aaron Saunders was part of Post 175’s nine-inning eruption.

Saunders hit a triple to drive in teammate Andrew Foster and later scored on a two-run double by William Strong.

“I started out slow. I’ve been in a little slump,” Saunders said.

“But at the same time, you’ve got to find that one and that one came today. It definitely was worth it – definitely worth the wait.”

Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

District V tournament is on

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Seth Langford, Olivia Leonard, Caitlyn Robertson, Nathan Stephens and Patty Stevens.

Chestnut Oaks had one quad winner, Zach Martin, and a number of triple winners: Lexi Alligood, Matthew Britt, Ava Cunningham, Jenna Matthews, Sean Rettig, Nikola Stefanovski and Sydney Weeks.

Caroline Naumann can be reached at sports@mechlocal. com.

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Sanders.

Old Church had five triple winners – Kyle Anderson, Bailey Cordle, Elizabeth Kramer, Aidan Martin and Katelyn Vieni – and nine triple winners: Whitney Anderson, Max Bidou, Alex Brehm, Brooke Foster, Avery Martin, Aidan Rice, Zorey Sargent, Julia Slaughter and Kendall Underdown.

Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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The Virginia Little League District 5 tournament is on this week at both Mechanicsville and Tuckahoe Little League’s fields. Weather permitting, the double-elimination tournaments will wrap up this weekend.

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 Welcomes You! 779-3454.

3263 Old Church Rd. Sundays: 10a Holy Eucharist, 10-11a Nursery, 11:15a Refreshments. 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 Sun. Sch. 9:15am: Worship: Sun. 10:30am; Wed. Night Ministries @ 6:30pm

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

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Hanover Baptist Church (3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall).

Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club.

Family oriented & God-centered.

Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior.

798-7190 www.hbcva.org LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295.

"The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter.

Find out more on our web: lbcrichmond.com Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170 COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 messiahmech.org Sunday Service- 10:45 am 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 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: 10 am Worship 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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UNITED METHODIST

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

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

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

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"

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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 New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am.

Bible Study/Youth activities 6pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church Bible Study for all ages: 9:15 am, Blended Worship 10:30 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

Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd., 746-0980 R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Summer Sunday Worship - 10 am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School (all ages) 9 am Staff Youth Director www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118 Shady Grove United Methodist Celebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:15. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:15am. All Ages. Nursery for infants & toddlers at all services.

Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville.

Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC Church of the Redeemer 8275 Meadowbridge Road 746-4911 www.churchredeemer.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

Mass celebrated on Saturday 5:30 PM Sunday 8:00 & 10:00 AM

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APARTMENTS UNFURN. Jackson Avenue (2-story). Available August 1st. 2-Bedrooms, 1bath, with range, refrigerator & washer/dryer hook up. $750/ month. Section 8 approved. Call Dennis 746-8630 or 513-0717.

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Beaverdam Park - Mech 3 BR, 2 BA Cape Cod. Master suite upstairs w/ soaking tub. Beamed ceiling, track lights, celing fans throughout, central air, appliances, deck, storage shed. Quiet wooded lot on end street. $1185. per mo. 757-583-9590

Old Church Home - 8334 McClellan Rd. Renovated 3 BR 2.5 Bath. Fireplace, hardwood floors, central heat/air, basement, privacy 3+ acres, all appliances includes w/d. $1,325.00 per month. Available July 15. 804-218-2844.

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Commercial Real Estate for Rent OFFICE & DESK SPACE Office Space 2nd floor, 4 room suite w/bathroom $1000 month Electric included Stonewall Parkway Business Center Long and short term available Call 804.647.4746

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Contact Matt Baer, Installation Manager, at 804-730-3016.

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Cheering on Atlee

Social Services officers discuss benefits, demand in demand for the agency’s ser- Cold Harbor District while

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

Local teen taking talents to Texas

By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Abram Dean’s “first real thing” in terms of performing paid off earlier this year when he captured the title of Hanover Junior Idol.

Thanks to some encouragement from his mom Debbie Lunsford, he took the leap into the world of music. And now the 16-year-old from Mechanicsville is preparing to move to Texas to pursue his dream.

On Aug. 20, Abram and his mother will head to Dallas where he has been accepted to study — and hone his skills — with the Linda Septien Entertainment Group.

Debbie said she suggested Abram enter the Hanover Arts and Activities Centersponsored Idols competition because he “wants to get into this music thing, so let’s see TEEN, pg. 14 `

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Photo courtesy of Brian Sizemore/The Wayne County (W.Va.) News

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

School district again expects full accreditation For the ninth consecutive year, Hanover County Public Schools will again receive 100 percent full accreditation.

According to Dale S. Theakston, communications specialist, the accreditation is determined based on the 200910 Standards of Learning assessments. Preliminary information from the Virginia Department of Education indicates the accreditation status.

Final accreditation reports are expected on Sept. 15.

County receives VACo honor

Hanover County has been recognized by the Virginia Association of Counties as the recipient of the 2010 Achievement Award for the Dominion Resources Greentech Incubator.

The county was honored for its model local government program in the category of Community/Economic

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VACo received 60 entries for the statewide contest.

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

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Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044 Electrical Services Res. & Comm. - Lic. & Ins. Whole House Generators Authorized Generac Dealer 730-9000 www.minsonpower.com

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GENERAL CONTRACTORS Purcell Construction Hunter Purcell 804-972-2215 www.PurcellCons truction.Biz Custom Homes & Additions ∂ Barns ∂ Siding & Replacement Windows ∂ Roofing ∂ Home Repairs ∂ Decks ∂ Porches ∂ Inter/Exter Renovations ∂ Kitchen & Bath Remodels ∂ Free Est. ∂ Lic/Ins Res/Comm ∂ 32 yrs exp ∂ BBB ∂ Angie’s List ∂ Senior Citizens Discount Available.

GUTTER Gutter Specialist Seamless Gutters, Guards, Cleanings & Repairs, 17 yrs. exp. Lic/Ins. Free Est. Stronghold Construction 804-218-1136

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 - Houses, Wood/Vinyl Fences, Aggregate Concrete, Partial & Multi-House Discounts, Sealing.

Lic/Ins. Call 543-1287 Affordable Powerwash - Houses, Roofs, Decks, Lic & Ins. 550-2345 Serving Mechanicsville for over 19 years.

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 Additions • New Construction • Remodeling • Low Cost Drywall Repair Class A Lic. Free Estimates. 40 yrs Exp. Home Owner and Realtor Punch Lists George at 804-690-2767

HAULING VL Carter For All Your Hauling Needs Stone - Fill Dirt - Topsoil - Sand 804-513-0266 or 804-994-9615

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

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Locally owned & operated since 2001. Licensed & Insured. Houses, decks, deck staining & aggregate concrete sealing. 804-5399682 www.mpadrichmond.com PERDUE’S POWER WASHING Established 1995 - Full Service Pressure Washing. Residential & Light Commercial. Lic. & Ins. Free Est. Ernie Perdue 328-1668

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Todd’s Lawn Care Grass Cutting, Mulching, Leaf Removal Firewood Available Call Todd 804-779-3362 or 804-366-8185 We Have Bulk Mulch, Sand, & Gravel We Blow In Mulch Ed’s Landscaping 4032 Mechanicsville Turnpike 804-781-0500

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

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HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS ROOFING

E.J. Hornung Excellent References.

Interior & Exterior. Great Rates.

746-5613 Guy Stinchfield Painting & Repair Int./Ext. Painting, Carpentry, Drywall Repair, Pressure Washing, Wallpaper Removal. Lic/Ins. 20 yrs experience Refereneces. Free Est. 804-439-7700 Painting By George Interior & Exterior Reasonable Rates.

Call 550-3260 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting.

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

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ROOFING A W Austin/ Q R & R Vinyl Siding, Thermal Windows, Seamless Alum. gutters, Roofing & Painting, 5 yr. warr. Free Est. Class A #2705133754. Ins. BBB. Call 226-9293 Braco & Sons Roof Inspections & Repairs All Types of Roofs.

Comm / Residential ∂ Lic. & Ins. Financing Available. Call 804-241-1650

Davidson Roofing Co. Residential Roofing & Repair Specialists. Lic/Insured GAF Master Elite Contractor BBB /Free Estimates 804-672-0540 www.davidsonroofing.com

Tree Services, LLC Tree Pruning, Removals, Stump Grinding. Health/Risk Assessments.

Insured. Free estimate 804-779-2170 Certified Arborist and MD LTE

in racks and boxes at the following locations in Ashland, Hanover, King William and around Mechanicsville.

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

360 Coin Laundry & Cleaners 7040 Mechanicsville Tpke

BB & T - Mech 8074 Mechanicsville Tpke

24 Hour Emergency Storm Service Trimming, Topping, Tree & Stump Removal. Firewood.

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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 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 Ernie’s Tree Service - Trimming, Removal & Stump Grinding. Free Est. 75ft. Bucket Truck. BBB. 730-6563 or 833-9663

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Colonial Pharmacy 7510 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Tree Services: Deadwood/Thinning, Weight/Height Reduction, Tree/Stump Removal, Emergency Services.

Hardscape Services: Patio Installs/ Designs, Sidewalks, Retaining Walls, Repairs. For free estimates call, 804-779-3464. Fully Insured. hanoverpruningandhardscapeinc.com

EVB Bank (Mechanicsville) 8123 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Hanover Cleaners 8092 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Hanover Health & Rehab 8139 Lee Davis Road Hometown Realty 7240 Lee Davis Rd, Suite 200 Lee Davis B & P 7051 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Lee Davis Pharmacy 7023 Lee Park Road

Tree & Stump Removal ∂ Lot Clearing ∂ Brush Removal Topping & Trimming Insured Free Estimates 804-730-0600

Long & Foster 6150 Mechanicsville Tpke Mechanicsville Drug 8077 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Mechanicsville Library 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place Mech Local Lobby 6400 Mechanicsville Tpke

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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

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.

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M & M Pizza - B&P Station 1418 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy. 360 Hardware & Rental 625 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy Manquin Post Office 2171 Richmond Tappahannock Hwy.

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Rennie’s Texaco/KWm 5033 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy. Valero (King William) 12132 King William Road

UPS Store 8005 C Creighton Parkway

One Stop Market 2185 Richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.

Valero Atlee & Meadowbridge 8188 Atlee Road .

West Store 4225 Mechanicsville Tpke

Houndstooth Restaurant 13271 Hanover Courthouse Rd

The Dance Company 8324 Bell Creek Road, Ste

Martins 7324 Bell Creek Road

Village Bank (Old Mech) 8051 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Han Co Admin Bldg 7516 County Complex Road

La Bella Hair Design 9369 Atlee Road, Ste 3105

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

Village Bank 6127 Mechanicsville Tpke.

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Studley Store 5407 Studley Road

Bank Essex/Va Ctr 9951 Brook Road Chic-fil-A 10176 Brook Road

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HOROSCOPES ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, there is much you want others to know about you this week, but you’re not ready to share all of the details just yet. Continue to bide your time, sharing only when it feels right.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Acquired knowledge of 7. Brief appearances 13. Owns a ranch 14. Goes by 16. Potato state 17. Inappropriate 19. Millihenry 20. Treasuries 22. Crony 23. Norse god 25. Accidentally lose 26. Allied H.Q. 28. Shiva’s first wife 29. Earth System Model 30. Sandy island 31. Cam Newton’s dance 33. Nigerian people 34. A ridge on nematodes 36. ___ Creed: profession of faith 38. Gulf of, in the Aegean 40. Expresses anger 41. Emerges 43. WWII battle 44. Wrestlers work here 45. Not happy 47. Measure of speed 48. A way to communicate (abbr.)

51. Gemstone 53. Metric weight unit 55. Region 56. Guides projectile’s motion 58. Not involved with 59. Cosmetics giant 60. Exclamation of surprise 61. No fighting 64. Tantalum 65. Optimistic 67. Herbs 69. Categorized 70. A famous street CLUES DOWN 1. Madames 2. Printing measurement 3. Being in a position 4. Genus 5. Post-deduction amount 6. Champs get this 7. Single-__ organisms 8. Greatest boxer ever 9. Buddhist concept 10. Fencing swords 11. Operating system 12. Musical interval 13. Soldier’s tool

15. Places of worship 18. Supervises flying 21. Offers help 24. Precaution 26. Car mechanics group 27. Devotee of sports 30. Detectives get these 32. Coming into existence 35. Loss of signal (abbr.)

37. Feline 38. Decorative tea urn 39. Native Americans from Colorado 42. Resembles a pouch 43. Type of home (abbr.)

46. Cut a rug 47. Devil rays 49. Simmer 50. Veranda 52. Outcast 54. Famed aircraft engineer 55. Realm 57. Chair 59. Music awards show (abbr.)

62. Did not starve 63. Was once liquid 66. Former Cardinal Taguchi 68. Trademark

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, resolve to make the most of this week even if it seems difficult to do so. Seek support from friends or family members willing to lend an ear or a helping hand.

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, if you want to get things accomplished this week, you may have to do them yourself. Going it alone may require a lot of work, but you are up to the challenge.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, so much is going on that the week seems like it may stretch on forever. Just take things one day at a time and enjoy your full schedule while it lasts.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21 There’s not much you can do to change a current situation, Taurus.

Step away for a bit and let the pieces fall where they may. Then you can develop a strategy.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, take a few moments to recharge this week. You have been going at a breakneck pace for too long, and now it’s time to slow things down. Use some vacation time if you can.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, your magnetism can draw others to you like a moth to a flame, and that has helped you establish lasting friendships and build strong relationships. Cherish your good fortune.

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GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21 You have a new goal this week, Gemini, but others are not as receptive to your ideas as you hoped they would be. You may need to fine tune things. Be persistent.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, others are routinely drawn to your unique personality. Make the most of others’ warm reception and do your best to return the favor whenever you can.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, your super sense of humor is on full display this week, when you have an opportunity to be the life of a party. Spend as much time in the limelight as you can.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, channel your creative energy into a special project. Invite others to join in the project and let things go where your creativity takes you.

THIS WEEK’S ANSWERS

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All brick rancher w/1,670 sq ft, 3 BR’s, 2 full baths, formal rooms & family room, kitchen w/ new counters & appliances convey including a dbl wall oven, all new flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, full size utility w/washer & dryer and tons of built-in cabinets, HVAC (less than 2 years old), all new interior doors, and new light & plumbing fixtures on almost a half acre lot. $214,950

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2,300 sq ft, 3 BR’s, 2.5 baths, formal dining room, large great room w/ gas fp, built-in cherry bookcases, eat-in kitchen w/ appliances conveying, 2 car attached garage, 20’x14’ & 10’x8’ rear decks, irrigation system, detached tool shed, full size utility room w/ built-in cabinets, and a walk-up attic. This Home Is MOVE IN READY!! $299,950

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Almost 3,200 sq. ft., 5 BRs, formal rooms, eatin kitchen w/appliances, wood floors throughout first floor, jetted tub, gas FP, front porch, fenced backyard, rear deck, screened porch, 2 zone heating & cooling, 2 car garage, paved drive, irrigation, maintenanc free vinyl siding & windows.

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Well Maintained Transitional with 4 BR’s, 2.5 baths, formal living & dining rooms, eat-in kitchen w/appliances opening to the family room w/gas fp, walk-up attic that can be finished for addt’l sq ft (possibly 5th BR or rec room), maintenance free vinyl siding & windows, huge 2 car garage, front porch, natural gas heat & central air sitting on a Manicured Landscaped Lot. $319,950

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bedrooms including a vaulted master w/sitting room, 4 full baths, eat-in kitchen w/ Granite counters, Florida room, rec room on third floor, two car attached & two car detached garage, one year AHS Home Warranty and more in the Hanover High School District. $485,900

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All brick renovated rancher with 2,700 square feet, four bedrooms, two full baths, formal dining room, huge eat-in kitchen with appliances, refinished wood floors on first level, new flooring in basement, three car detached garage, paved drive, central air, and one year AHS Home Warranty in the Atlee High School District. $244,950

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Over 1,900 sq ft, 3 BR’s, 2/5 baths, formal dining room w/ wood floors, eat-in kitchen w/ appliances & bay window, family room w/ brick fp, 2 car detached garage, vinyl siding & windows, dimensional roof, 2 Zone Heating & Cooling, front porch, rear deck, 204 unfinished sq ft in walk-up attic plus one year AHS Home Warranty in the Atlee School District. $259,500

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Meticulously Maintained Cape Cod w/ 3,200 sq ft, 4 BR’s, 3 full baths, 1st flr master, update master bath, beautiful kitchen w/ appliances & gas cooking, media room plus rec room, new walkways & patio, vinyl siding, 2 car garage, irrigation system, 2 zone central air, refinished plus new wood floors, 12’x12’ barn and so much more sitting on a 10 Acre Lot w/ 4 Acre Fenced Pasture. $450,000

Colonial home w/ 1,700 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms with walk-in closets, 2.5 baths, formal dining room, great room w/fp, eat-in kitchen w/all appliances, large utility room w/built-in cabinets plus washer & dryer, walk-up attic great for storage, fenced backyard, rear deck, electric heat pump/central air and One Year Home Warranty. $179,950

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Totally Renovated From Top To Bottom w/ High Quality Fixtures & Finishes! Over 3,00 sq ft, dining w/ coffered ceiling, great room w/ 18’ ceiling & stone fp, all new gourmet kitchen w/ huge island, 1st floor master w/ fp & beautiful bath, new 2 zone HVAC, new plumbing & electrical fixtures, refinished wood floors, huge 2 car garage, and so much more sitting on a 1.51 Acre Lot. $430,000

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Almost 1,800 Square Feet Rancher, open floor plan, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Florida room, den or nursery off master bedroom, dimensional roof, vinyl siding & windows, paved drive, detached tool shed, and electric heat pump/central air sitting on almost an Acre Private Lot. $242,500

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Almost 2,500 square feet Rancher, three or four bedrooms. three full baths, large family room with stone fireplace, formal living and dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, wood floors, screen porch, two car attached garage, electric heat pump/central air, pull down attic plus one year AHS Home Warranty sitting on a Quiet Private Cul-De-Sac Lot. $299,900