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Santa Claus is coming to the Village Sunday By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

Santa Claus will be on hand before the parade in the area of the Judges’ Platform on the parking lot of the Mechanicsville Drug ECHANICSVILLE – The Village Store. He will be available to have photos taken of Mechanicsville will with children. come alive with the As is tradition, the Jolly Old Elf sounds of the holiday will appear again magically atop the 2 p.m. season on Sunday, Dec. 3, when Sunday, Dec. 3 fire truck at the end of the parade. the Mechanicsville Rotary/Ruritan Food carts will be manned by Christmas Parade kicks off at 2 Village of the Mechanicsville Ruritan Club p.m. Mechanicsville and Mechanicsville Rotary Club Participants, including floats, members. All profits from the food bands and officials, will line up and drinks sold benefit the Hanover at noon and follow a route along Christmas Mother program. Strain Avenue, Hillis Way, Atlee Road and

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Grand Illumination

2012 file photo

No matter the year, the enthusiasm for the Mechanicsville Rotary-Ruritan Christmas Parade is a constant. Spectators fill the streets in the Village to celebrate the official kickoff of the season.

Fire-EMS volunteers’ policy changed By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

Photo submitted by Doug Blue

Historic Polegreen Church will host the Grand Illumination at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at 6411 Heatherwood Dr. in Mechanicsville. More details on page 15.

HANOVER – Hanover Fire-EMS Chief Jethro Piland asked the Hanover County Board of Supervisors last week to approve an ordinance change that clarifies and adds consistency to a policy regarding county fire and rescue volunteers. In what chair Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chickahominy District, described as “more clarification than change”, the proposal outlines a consistent grievance procedure for the more than 300 volunteers who staff and support emergency services. The process will remain basically the same but will end with Piland’s final decision. Paid staff that file grievances are allowed to pursue their grievances through county government.

Piland said the change would address three areas of the county’s current code regarding fire and rescue, including revising the review policy for grieved volunteers. The chief said policy review discussions began nine months ago and discussions with volunteers, administration and the Chief ’s Staff were involved in the process. He described PILAND the changes as more clerical and noted the proposals did not alter and diminish opportunities for volunteers.

“I do not want to inhibit the opportunity for any volunteer to come to the county administration or you all if they disagree with my decision,” Piland said. “I understand the gravity of this but, in my opinion, we are just cleaning up some procedures.” The change in final authority regarding volunteer grievances received the most attention from supervisors, some who had received calls from volunteers regarding the changes. Vice chair Sean Davis, Henry District, supported the measure, but said there’s no question regarding the proposal’s effect on current procedure. “The grievance process would stop with the chief, which is a difference from the paid staff and volunteer firefighters,” see POLICY, pg. 35 }

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Fire-EMS chief honors Beazley as Officer of Year HANOVER -- Hanover Fire/Emergency Medical Services has presented the department’s top awards for 2017. Capt. Corey Beazley was named Officer of the Year for what Chief Jethro Piland called “his high level of dedication, professionalism and compassion” and many achievements. “This officer by nature of his character, skills, abilities and the unique job he is in places him in a position to bridge many gaps between operations, planning, training, logistics and administration,” Piland said. “As he bridges those gaps he also mentors other officers to continuously develop them to do more within the department.” Working with the Central Virginia All Hazard Incident Management Team, Beazley has “worked to bring thousands of dollars of grant-funded equipment, training and even vehicles to our department,” Piland said. “The training has benefitted every single officer in this department to better prepare them to operate in and manage aspects of large incidents at the local and regional levels.” James Munsey was named Volunteer Firefighter of the Year. “It doesn’t matter if he is running calls at his station, or filling in on a transfer assignment – he works hard to ensure the safety of his crew and provides the best customer service he can to the community,” said Assistant Chief Robert Phipps. Monika Hawkins was named Volunteer EMS Provider of the Year. “As a founding member of

the West Hanover Rescue Squad, she continues to par-

CAPT. COREY BEAZLEY ticipate in fundraising, community events, and other activities to remain active in the county,” Phipps said. District Chief Phillip Hutchison of Company #1 (Ashland) was named Volunteer Officer of the Year. “His communication skills and leadership abilities are not only visible on the emergency scene, but equally noticeable on the administrative side of the department,” Phipps said. “As an advocate for not only his department, but all volunteer stations, he can be found roaming the halls of administration almost weekly maintaining those relationships with all of our staff.” Jason Scott was named Firefighter of the Year. “His customer service and interaction with the community is definitely second to none. He never misses an opportunity to make a positive influence on our citizen’s day.” Scott Moore was named Career EMS Provider of the Year. “His patient care and his calm bedside manner

is always top notch on any emergency scene. He is often the first to assist the battalion on large incidents and provide support when needed.” Chickahominy Station #10 “C” Shift was named Engine Company of the Year. Crew members continue to embed themselves in every aspect of their district. They host monthly business association meetings for their area, and take that time to talk with them about continuity of operations and offer fire extinguisher training for their staff. They also work with a local Boy Scout troop on various fundraising activities. This station’s fundraising efforts help the local food bank where they have received thousands of donated items and goods for those in need. Chickahominy Station #10 also was recognized for raising the most money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association through the FillThe-Boot campaign. This year Hanover Fire/EMS raised over $35,000 for the MDA. Of that total, nearly $10,000 was raised by Station #10. Receiving Chief ’s Choice Awards were Carter Lewis, Tim Harless, Sarah Bond, Matt Lohr, Earl Barwick and Station #3 (Eastern Hanover). Receiving Special Recognition Awards were Capt. Chip Hartle and John Oates. Russ Chandler was recognized for his 40-plus years of service to Hanover Fire/ EMS. Chandler was one of the County’s first fire investigators and is retiring. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

5 SANTA RUNS

Fire companies help St. Nick visit children.

12 COMMUNITY PWC presents special candy gifts to HCSO.

14 ASHLAND

Santa joins in Olde Time Holiday Parade.

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Nov. 15

Possession of marijuna, first offense, was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Bypass/ Mechanicsville Turnpike eastbound to Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. u

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 3300 block of Interstate 295 South, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Bypass/ Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Receiving stolen goods was reported in the 14400 block of Washington Highway, Ashland. u

Forging was reported in the 9000 block of King Air Court, Ashland. u

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road/Battle Hill Drive, Mechanicsville.

Larceny or theft, third of subseqent offense, was reported in the 7200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. u

Possesion of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. u

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8300 block of Peaks Road, Hanover.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 10300 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 9200 block of Rappahannock Trail, Ashland. u

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Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 11000 block of Chamberlayne Road/ Stumpy Road, Hanover. u

Destruction of property, monument, was reported

Nov. 19 Simple assault was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. u

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DWI, third offense in 10 years, was reported in the 12200 block of Pinhook Road, Rockville. u

Petit larceny building was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville. u

Threats of death or bodily injury were reported in the 8200 block of Gethsemane Court, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 4200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. u

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 11000 block of Washington Highway, Ashland. u

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 15400 block of Pouncey Tract Road/Goochland County, Rockville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. u

Petit larceny parts was reported in the 7400 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. u

Credit card theft was reported in the 12300 block of Blanton Road, Ashland. u

Grand larceny building was reported in the 8100 block of Tavern Keepers Way, Mechanicsville. u

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 7100 block of Zip Drive, Mechanicsville.

Passing a stopped school bus loading was reported in the 8300 block of Meadowbridge Road/ Ellerson Farm Road, Mechanicsville. u

Petit larceny building was reported in the 7100 block of McCauley Lane, Mechanicsville. u

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Nov. 18 Petit larceny building was reported in the 7900 block of Kenmore Drive, Mechanicsville. u

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Passing a stopped school bus loading was reported in the 7200 block of Ivanhoe Drive, Mechanicsville. u

Failure to perform construction was reported in the 13900 block of Stanley Park Drive, Ashland. u

Simple assault was reported in the 11500 block of Hanover Courthouse Road, Hanover. u

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 9100 block of Stumpy Road, Ashland.

Credit card fraud, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 11000 block of Wynchwood Drive, Mechanicsville. u

Computer fraud obtaining service, $20, was reported in the 7900 block of Colony Drive, Mechanicsville. u

Identity theft, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 9000 block of Hopkins Branch Way, Mechanicsville. u

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 6000 block of Henrico County/Creighton Road, Mechanicsville. u

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 19400 block of Sterling Creek Lane, Rockville.

Simple asault was reported in the 7400 block of Mechanicsville Elementary Drive, Mechanicsville. u

Grand larceny building was reported in the 10300 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville. u

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Henrico County, Mechanicsville. u

Prescription fraud obtained by forgery or fraud was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Nov. 16

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 6700 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. u

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DOSWELL -- The Hanover Christmas Mother program has released the first list of donors. They are: Margaret Alexander; Carolyn and Harris Allen; Armentrout Properties, L.C.; James O. Attkisson; Anne J. Bales; Jean Barlow; Margaret H. Barlow; Janice Barrett, in memory of Louise and James Spicer. Susan Bateman; Beth Bechard; Bennett Funeral Home; Joseph N. and Ruth A. Black; Pattie P. Bland; Thomas Clay Blanton; Anne S. Boyd; Annette I. Boyette; David W. and Deborah Brooks; Randy G. Burcham. Eleanor D. Campbell; Mary Ann Campbell; W.A. Cauthorn; Albert Christiansen Jr. ; Vera and Dick Chumney; Clay Springs Ruritan Club; J.W. Cox; Walter Crutchfield; Claude B. Daniel; Colene

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Rotarian Ronnie Planz, who serves as chairman of the parade, said this year’s event

Deacon. Dorothy DelVecchio; William Bolton; Billy and Marion Boyd; Harold Brown; Doug Buerlein; Sarah and William L. Byrne Jr.; Calvary Christian Church; Hugh and Sally Campbell; Barbara and David L. Camper; David Jay Chapin. Craig and Sarah Cooley, in memory of Rusty and Broaddus Norment; Roger and Pauline Cronin; Verna and Leroy Crowder; Jennifer J. Showalter Cupp; Steve Dalton , Dalton Realty; Darlene A. Dooley; Eleanor Dowling. Franklin and Virginia Dressler, in memory of Kelsey Jean Marie Orndorff; John Dunkum; Eagle Point Farm; Margaret W. Eaves; Ebenezer Baptist Church; Betty Elmore; Ken and Teresa Essigman; Mondew and Loretta Fain, in Memory of our daughter Denise Fain. George N. Fearnow Jr.;

Joyce Flagg; Aubrey and Ellen Fletcher; George and Martha Flint; Patsy and Hyland Fowler Jr. ; Thomas and Karen Fritter; Thomas and Esther Gilman; Jane Glazebrook. HHH Class Goochland Baptist Church; Richard Goodman; Louise Gordon; Bob and Mary Grattan; Barry R. and Miriam L. Green; Dwight and Lois Grissoms; Robert and Bettie Grose; Margaret A. Gwaltney; Linwood E. Hailey. June D. Hale; Carole and Gary G. Halstead Jr. ;Barbara D. Haney; Lauri Harman, in memory of Rosemary Emerson; Nancy and John Hart; Sally T. Hart; Richard E. Hasker; Clark Henley; Henry Clay Woman’s Club; Colin and Holly Henty; Hill Electrical Inc. ; Sylvia Hoffman; Carolyn Horner. Walter and Geraldine Howard; Suzanne Huff; Ben Hutcheson; Independence

Ruritan Club; International Roll-Call Corporation; Elizabeth Irby; Joseph Isbell; James River Nurseries Inc. ; Jerry C. and Melissa M. Jarvis. Michael F. Jeffrey; Jack and Carol Johnson; J.E. Jones Jr.; Marcyne Jones; Marion R. Jones; Hilda Kelly; Irv Kenyon; Karen Kirby; Kroger; Robert A. and Debra C. Lane; Gerald Langford; Ann Leonard. E.J. & Shearer T. Luck, in memory of Jane Flippo, Mary Frances Luck, Marie Washburn and in honor of Jean Englesby; Virginia Luck; James R. May; Glenn A. and Kathy Martin. McCaul, Martin, Evans & Cook P.C.; Elaine and J. Burle McGhee III, in honor of former Christmas Mother Mrs. Gabie Crutchfield; Donald L. McLaughlin; Mechanicsville Lions Club; Lucille P. Midyette; Tricia Miller, in bemory of Barbara and Keith Waldrop. Lewis V. Mills Sr.; Jo and

Jack Mitchell; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Mondy; Sandra and Joseph Monolo; Betty Q. Moore; John and Mabel Nelson; Sarah Miller Obrecht; Lucy Oliver; Capt. and Mrs. Milton Outten; Robert and Doreen Peay; Danny and Mary Pennell. Emily Pepper; Harvey and Betty Phillips; Ruby L. Powers; Charles and Cathy Pugh; C.T. Purcell Excavating Inc.; Janet Reid; Carolyn and Winston Robertson; Fran M. Sadler; Jeffrey L. and Rebecca Sagle. Sheltering Arms Circle Virginia Branch; Richard Shirey; Michael and Elizabeth Skinner; Lee and Amanda Sloppy; Mrs. McNeale T. Smith; Shirley W. Smith; Dorothy H. Southworth; Betty Spiers. Carol J. Stevens; Jack and Pam Stevenson; J. Clay Stiles III; Harold A. Stills; Andrew T. and Mona R. Stahling; Betty Carol and Pen Stevenson; Sally L. Talley; Virginia and Elvin Talley Jr. ; Taylorsville Baptist

Church. Pamela and Jon Teates; Dorothy Thompson; Richard M. Thurston; Town and Country Garden Club; Travelers Cybergrants; Stanley Tucker; Janice H. Tudor; June C. Tuttle, in honor of Helen Spiers, former Christmas Mother; B.L. Vaughan. Mary Lee Vinson; Mona and John Wade; Dale B. Waldrop; Wayne K. Waldrop; Shirley and Norman Warinner; Walter O. and Donna Weber; Cathy Williams; James A. Winters; Diane Haley Wood. Wayne and Sandy Wood, in memory of our parents Arthur and Carolyn Campbell and Emmett and Alma Wood; Michael C. and Barbara Woods; Mrs. E.P. Yevich; Jeannine G. and Beverley C. Yowell. Those wishing to make a donation may do so by sending it to Hanover Christmas Mother, P.O. Box 39, Doswell VA 23047.

will feature 95 units, with about 30% of them being new entries. “We are extremely excited to have Candice Smith, NBC 12 traffic reporter as this year’s

Grand Marshal,” he said. “The Mechanicsville Rotary and Ruritans have been putting this parade on for almost 20 years to give back to the community and to show our appreciation for their support throughout the year,” Planz added. “My co-chair (Dave Fuller) and I are praying for nice weather so everyone will come on out to see this once a year wonderful parade,” he said. “We, along with the Rotary and Ruritans, are wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season and a Very Merry Christmas.” Those entered to take part in the parade include: VFW Post 9808 Color Guard and Ladies Auxiliary; Hanover County Sheriff Col. David R. Hines; Hanover Fire-EMS Chief Jethro Piland;

Mechanicsville Rotary and Mechanicsville Ruritan presidents. U.S. Rep. Rop Wittman, R-1; Sean Davis, Henry District, Hanover County Board of Supervisors; Grand Marshal Candice Smith; Celebrate Recovery Broken Chains J.C.; Hanover Community Support Services/ Miss Hanover Abilities. Atlee Marching Raiders; Military Order of the Purple Heart; Hanover Christmas Mother Cynthia Balderson; Autumn Care of Mechanicsville; Eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire Department Station 3; Smith Auto Service. Kim’s School of Dance; Stonewall Jackson Middle School Cheer Team; Bike/ Walk Hanover; Dynamo Soccer Club; Blue Star Youth

Cheerleading; Weekend Cruisers; The Mechanicsville Local; Highland Springs High School Marching “Battalion” Band. Highland Springs High School Cheerleading Squad; Village Bank; Cub Scout Pack 555; East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad; Atlee High School Air Force Junior ROTC; Realty Richmond; Hanover Vipers Baseball. Girl Scout Troop 5296; Lee-Davis High School NJROTC; Subaru; Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Squad 7; LeeDavis High School Marching Band; Sonabank; Junkluggers of Central Virginia; Cub Scout Pack 553. Hanover Warriors Youth Football; Central Virginia Mustang Club; Glen Allen Towing & Recovery Inc.;

Lee-Davis High School FFA; Taekwondo Works/School of Dance Arts; Health Link Family Practice. Tuckaway Harbor; MCEF (Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions); Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Engine 7; Cub Scout Pack 544; Atkinson Insurance Agency; Atlee Community Church Kidstuff. The Zehringer Family; Phil Christian; Youth Creative Dance Academy; American Legion Post 175; Hanover High School Marching Hawks; Mechanicsville Little League; Girl Scout Troop 5274. Dalton Realty; Silver Stirrups 4-H Group; Cub Scout Pack 502; Varina Rising Stars 4-H; Misses State Fair, Piedmont Region, Greater

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Fire companies ready to bring Santa to neighborhoods Staff Report news@mechlocal.com HANOV ER – Hanover Fire-EMS Battalion Chief Gregory R. Martin, who also serves as public information officer, has released the schedule of Santa Runs for the various departments and also explained there will be changes to this year’s routes. “Due to challenges in the past, we are making modifications to the routes that we usually travel. These modifications are: Focusing our efforts towards our target audience of elementary school age children. Improving customer service and Santa visibility by using pre-established elementary school bus routes. “In the past, we have attempted to travel all the roads, including the cul-desacs, in Station 3, 7, 10, 12, 13 and 14’s districts. As the county has grown, this has been a significant challenge to maintain,” Martin said. “To continue our focus on the elementary age children, we will follow the 2017-2018 Hanover County Elementary School bus routes. This will allow for safer and continuous travel throughout the neighborhoods. Our biggest concern will always remain the public’s safety,” he said. In an effort to better communicate, Martin said each

SANTA Continued from pg. 4

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company will be assigned a separate Twitter account, which can be used to update Santa’s progress and estimated arrival time. The Twitter accounts are: Station 1 – Hanoverfe_elf1; Station 3 – Hanoverfe_elf3; Station 7 – Hanoverfe_elf7; Station 10 – Hanoverfe_elf10; and Station 12 – Hanoverfe_ elf12. Hanover County Public Schools routes can be found at: http://hanover.k12.va.us/ busroutes/busroutes.htm. “Please remember, you will be able to see Santa anywhere along these routes in your neighborhood or subdivision, not only at the usual bus stops. Santa will visit many of our Santa breakfasts throughout the county, so make your plans now,” Martin added. He also reminded residents that Santa will be riding one of the fire trucks during the Mechanicsville Rotary-Ruritan Christmas Parade at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 3. They are as follows: Historical Machinery Club; Jay Seward Racing; Hudson Group at ERA Woody Hogg an Associates; Greater Richmond Camaro Club. Extreme Audio; Mechanicsville Mudders Four Wheels Drive Club; Black Creek Baptist Church; Three Rivers Livestock Group (4-H); Robinson’s Towing

Chickahominy Volunteer Fire Company Station 10 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4 – Ashcreek; Tuesday, Dec. 5 – Milestone and Honey Meadows; Wednesday, Dec. 6 – Fox Head, Sliding Hill Road, Somerset, Castlewood, Atlee Ridge, and Kingswood Court; Thursday, Dec. 7 – Chickahominy Oaks, Madison Springs, Forest Lake Hills, Green Ridge, Hickory Ridge, and Beechwood Farms; Friday, Dec. 8 – rain day/makeups; Monday, Dec. 11 – Lewistown Road, Kosmo V illage, Lakeridge Apartments, Ashcake Station, Colonial Estates, Cedarlea Park, Telegraph Road, Elmont Woods, Stony Run Estates, and Cedar Lane; Tuesday, Dec. 12 – Totopotomoy, Ivy Banks, and Charter Creek Apartments; Wednesday, Dec. 13 -- Kings Charter; and Thursday and Friday, Dec. 14-15, rain day/ makeups. For more information, call 804-550-3473.

Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Station 7 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4 – Aspen Hills, Brandy Creek, Brandy Hill Apartments, Buff Ridge, Cold Harbor Farms, Creekside V illage, Gaines Mill, Jackson Arch, Lereve Manor, Lincoln Hills, Travelers Run, and Walnut Grove (includes elementary bus routes 13, 68, 73, 302, 303, 305, 327, and

335). 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 – Autumn Ridge, Barnette Oaks, Battlefield Farms, Beaverdam Bluff, Beaverdam Creek Apartments, Beaverdam Park, Berry Pointe, Brookshire, Bruces Estates, Burnside Farms, Chickahominy Bluffs, Cold Cove, Cold Harbor Gardens, Cold Harbor Meadows, Ellerson Farms, Ellerson Station, Elwin Place, Haden Estates, Harbor Square, Harbor Hill Farms, Hunters Crossing, Hunters Woods, Mayfield Farms, Meadowbridge, Mill Trace, Mill Valley, Pond Way, Rose Hill Estates, Summer Walk, Tangle Oaks, Thompson/ Carneal, Timberlake Place, Walgrove Court, and York Point (includes elementary bus routes 101, 139, 147, 162, 182, 239, 266, 290, 300, and 342). 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 – Brooks Hollow, Cherrydale, Cherrydale West, Cypress Tree, Davis Place, Fox Lair, Hanover Grove, Laurel Meadows, Liberty Hall Hills, Meredith Farms, and Summer Grove (includes elementary bus routes 6, 47, 50 (partial), 157, 235 (partial), 313, 361, and 363. 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 11 – Bell Creek, Bell Creek Estates, Chime Court, Green Oaks, Fullview Manor, Loralea, Meadowgate, Old Grove Glen, Ridgeview Estates, Seven Springs, Shady Brook, Shady Grove Forrest, Sherwood Crossing, and Spring Meadows

& Recovery; Capital City Collision & Frame LLC. Ashcake Volunteer Rescue Squad; King William Girl Scouts; Living the Life; V irginia Flaggers; Capt. Wm. Latane’ Camp 1690 Sons of Confederate Veterans; Hanover Dragoons #827 Sons of Confederate Veterans; Brig. Gen. W.C. Wickham SCV

Camp 2250. Richmond Towing Inc.; Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department; Spotlight ARCO and Cheer; The Pollards; Colonial Truck Sales; Hanover Hounds; Atlee Little League. Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office; West End Academy of Dance; Santa; and end of parade, Sheriff ’s Car.

(include elementary bus routes 25, 119, 120, 243, 268, 273, 283, 291, and 307). 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 – Highpoint Farms, Jackson Avenue Apartments, Mechanicsville Farms, Mechanicsville Heights, Milton Woods, Oakley, Signal Hill, Sledd Runn, V irginia Manor, Windmill Way, Windsor, and Windy Hills (includes elementary bus routes 44, 126, 224, 299, 315, and 319). Estimated times for each day are posted above and there will be two Santas splitting the routes, so be prepared. The streets and neighborhoods listed are not necessarily in the order the fire company will follow each night. Since the fire companies are following the elementary school bus routes, it may be necessary to go to the nearest corner if the bus does not pass your house. While the runs are underway, the department may, at any time, have to leave for an emergency call. The schedule is subject to change without notice. The tentative makeup date is from 4 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 17. Every effort see FIRE, pg. 7 }

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What’s that sound? It’s Santa en route By Melody Kinser Managing Editor The sounds of Christmas will once again fill the air in and around the Village of Mechanicsville on Sunday. Santa Claus, as well as bands, floats, officials, and church and civic groups, will fill the streets at 2 p.m. for the Mechanicsville Rotary-Ruritan Christmas Parade. This is one of our favorite times of the year. Of course, we celebrate the birth of Jesus, which is why we observe the holiday (don’t forget that part). But we also are witness to the delight and glee in the faces of children of all ages as they await a visit from the Jolly Old Elf from the North Pole. Thanks to the Mechanicsville Rotary Club and the Mechanicsville Ruritan Club, we’ll enjoy the

sights and sounds of the season. Spectators will fill the streets in the Village as we welcome the most wonderful time of the year. As usual, Richmond Suburban News will be handling the judging responsibilities from the viewing area on the parking lot of the Mechanicsville Drug Store. Thank you, Tommy Thompson, for always being so accommodating.) This year, we’ll be live streaming the parade at www.facebook.com/mechlocal. How exciting is that?! Powhatan Today/Cumberland Today News Editor Laura McFarland, our video queen, will be bringing you the parade live if you aren’t able to attend. Yours truly will be behind the camera so we’ll have lots of photos in our Dec. 6 edition. This is truly a Mechanicsville tradition and one we know you won’t want to miss. So much plan-

ning goes into it each year. Thanks to all involved. Hope to see you there.

Olde Time Holiday Parade Congratulations to the Ashland Main Street Association for another successful Olde Time Holiday Parade. Check out the Ashland page, 16, for photos from the Nov. 19 event (sorry we couldn’t include any in last week’s edition -- we had early press runs due to the Thanksgiving holiday). Ashland is gearing up for its Light Up the Tracks event, which runs December into the new year. There’s always something going on in that town. It’s alive with the holiday spirit. Also, the Ashland Museum is ready for its guided walking tour. See page 17.

Being thankful for the many blessings we have By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist

Most of us are fortunate enough to have a long list of recipients on our list of things and people to be thankful for during this Thanksgiving season. It’s easy for any of us to look around and realize just how blessed we are. We see everyday in the faces of our children’s, the smiles of our friends,

the compassion of our coworkers and the many unnamed who make our lives special. No, it’s not hard to find where to start when giving thanks during this poignant season, and sitting around the dinner table this Thursday will find most of us surrounded by the people who love us the most. That traditional list of blessings is easy to identify, but it’s that group

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of people in our lives who have mentored or molded that often gets forgotten when we offer thanks. All of us have memories of people who changed our lives, some with small insignificant acts of kindness and others with career altering advice that set us paths of future happiness. That brief moment when a second of recognition or an unplanned compliment altered our path, or inspired

us to keep pursuing the dreams we’d envisioned. there are dozen of these types of people in my life. From the earliest memories of my childhood, I recall the numerous encounters that influenced my life or inspired me to continue to pursue my dreams. For example, I had a sophomore see BLESSINGS, pg. 8 }

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Discussions may help get country on the right path In your Nov. 15 publication, Peggy Lavinder responded to my letter of Nov. 1. She took issue with my comments in my letter. And, as a result, she calls for the elimination of the job held by the editor of The Mechanicsville Local. ’Nuff said! If one disagrees with your politics, deny them the right to speak! Shut them down, like we see done in Berkeley and other places around the country through coercion and/or violence. This is an example of the dangers facing our country today. Ms. Lavinder stated I had conspiratorial ideas. I was simply stating that it appears, and, according to recent news articles this is true, that there is a movement in this country to abolish the Electoral College and the Constitution of the United States. Dick Durbin, Bernie Sanders and other leading Democrats have joined the call to abolish the Electoral College. The Electoral College and the Constitution were designed to give the same representation to the smaller states as the larger ones. For example, we have a Senate in which Wyoming with 563,626 citizens has equal say with California’s 39,506,094 million. Some of these leaders are outwardly calling for a change to a parliamentary system of government for our country. The Constitution requires levels of consensus between the branches of government that ensures measures cannot take effect without careful consideration and agreement. A parliamentary system puts one party into legislative and executive control and gives the parliamentary majority the tools to both enact and implement its program. The opposing see LETTERS, pg. 8 }

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will be made to get to areas that are missed. Ashland Volunteer Fire Company Station 1 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 – Henry Street north of RandolphMacon College, Berkley Woods Subdivision, A&B streets, 100 block of Berkley Street, 500 and 600 blocks of North Center Street east, Henry Apartments, northwest Henry Lane, 200 block of Berkley Street, Burruss Apartments, Smithtown Road, and Ashland Towne Square. Monday, Dec. 11 – South Center Street southeast, Virginia Street, East Francis Street, 1000 block of Maple Street, Kilby Station Road, 100 and 200 blocks of New Street, MacMurdo Street, 100 and 200 blocks of Arlington Street, Maiden Lane, Lee Street, and 100 and 200 blocks

of Robinson Street. Tuesday, Dec. 12 – North Center Street west, West Patrick Street, North James Street (North Snead to Thompson), Mullen Drive, North Snead Street, Wesley Street, John Street, Henry Clay Road, Thompson Street north side, Chapman Street, Cross Road, and Clover Hill Drive. Wednesday, Dec. 13 – Dale Avenue, South James Street, Duncan Street, Early Street, South Center Street southwest, Oaks Apartments, Ashland Manor Apartments, Cox Lane, Stebbins Street, Race Course Street, West Francis Street, Hanover Avenue, South Snead Street, Beverly Road, Lee Avenue, Cubs Lane, and Thompson Street southern side. Thursday, Dec. 14 – Palm Leaf Subdivision, 500 block of Pleasant Street, and Sedgefield Subdivision. Friday, Dec. 15 – College Avenue, Caroline Street, North Taylor Street, Calhoun Street, Louisiana Street, Macon Circle,

Henry Place, North Cottage Green Drive, Trotter Mill Close Apartments, Hanover Apartments, Laurel Woods Apartments, Vaughan Road, and Jamestown Road. Sunday, Dec. 17 – Woodside Lane, Providence Subdivision, Woodside Estates Subdivision, and Wintercrest Subdivision. Monday, Dec. 18 – Omni Park Place, Omni Apartments, Slash Cottage Subdivision, and Lance and Bridle Subdivision. Tuesday, Dec. 19 – Country Club Hills and River Run Subdivision, Stanley Park Drive, and Ashland Park Drive. Wednesday, Dec. 20 – Oakhill Estates Subdivision, Fox Mill Run, Melton Road, Ashland Heights Road, Ashglade Court, Cheroy Road, Cheroy Woods Subdivision, Mount Herman Farms, and North Woods Subdivision. Thursday, Dec. 21 – Myrtle Street, Short Street, Randolph Street, Henry Clay Apartments, 300 block of Robinson Street, see FIRE, pg. 8 }

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South Taylor Street, 300 block of New Street, and Arlington Square Apartments. Friday, Dec. 22 – North James Street north or Snead Street, Elm Avenue, Park Avenue, Linden Street, North Macon Terrace Subdivision, Carters Hill Subdivision, and Misty Pines Apartments. The streets listed above are the basic order the fire company will be following each night. Remain at the roadside and Santa or his elves will come to you. Please do not approach the fire truck. While the runs are underway, firefighters may, at any time, have to leave for an emergency call. Santa and his elves must move swiftly so he can make it to all of the boys and girls .Since 1890, the Ashland fire company has remained a volunteer organization, so donations are always accepted and appreciated. Firefighters and EMS crews

from Ashland will be making a special appearance in downtown Ashland from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16, visiting the various businesses. East Hanover Volunteer Fire Department Station 14 Monday, Dec. 4 – Hughes Road and Mechanicsville Turnpike, right to Beatties Mill Road, left to Peppertown Road, right to Pepper Lane (to end and turn around), left Peppertown Road, left Beatties Mill (to Sandy Valley Road), right Little Florida Road (continue to U.S. 360), right Mechanicsville Turnpike, right Old Church Road, right Christian Ridge Drive, right Deerhunter Crossing (turn around at Elizabeth Ann Drive), right Christian Ridge Drive, left Old Church Road, right Piping Tree Ferry Road, left Old Lafayette Road (turn around at Morgan Wray Lane), left Piping Tree Ferry Road, left Pamunkey River Farm Drive, right Retreat Drive, left

Pamunkey Crest Drive, left Pamunkey River Farm Drive, right Piping Tree Ferry Road, right Old Church Road, right Mechanicsville Turnpike, left Walnut Grove Road, left Colts Neck Road, right Anvil Lane, left Creighton Road, right Sandy Valley Road, turn around at Hoofprint Lane, right Colts Neck Road, and end at Colts Neck and Anvil Lane. Tuesday, Dec. 5 – start Mechanicsville Turnpike and Old Cavalry Drive, left Winding Hills Drive, right Retreat Hill ane, right Skirmish Lane, left Old Cavalry Drive, right Perryville Drive, right Ironclad Drive (turn around at Ironworks Court), right Old Cavalry Drive, left Gettysburg Lane (turn around at Devils Den Lane), left Old Cavalry Drive, right Dugout Terrace (turn around at Muzzle Court), right Old Cavalry, left Walnut Grove Road, left Hanover Meadows Drive (turn around at the end), left Walnut Grove Road, right Pole Green Road, left Woodlawn Drive (turn around at Talley Pond Road), left Pole Green Road, and end at Pole Green and U.S. 360. Wednesday, Dec. 6 – start New Bethesda Road, right Studley Road, left Blakewood Drive (turn around at Irmo Lane), right Studley Road, left Studley Site Drive, left Revolutionary Place (turn

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around at the end), right Studley Site Drive, left Studley Road, right Summerhill Road, left Santa Maria Drive, right Williamsville Road, right Gould Hill Road, right Arrowhead Road (turn around at the end), left Gould Hill Road, left Summer Plains Drive, left Mantilo Creek Road (go to the end and turn around), cross Summer Plains Drive to continue to Mantilo Creek Road, right Summers Plains Drive, left Summer Hill Road, right River Road, continue to Hanover Town Road, right Scot’s Landing Road (turn around at the end), right Hanover Town Road, left Spring Run Road, continue across U.S. 360 on Spring Run Road, and end Old Church Road. Friday, Dec. 8 – start Pebble Lake Drive, right Pebble Lake Drive, right Creighton Parkway, left Greystone Creek Road, left Silktree Place, right Yellowrose Lane, right Bear Grass Lane, right Trumpetvine Lane, left Greystone Creek Road, left Pond Grass Road, left Willow Dance Road (turn around at the end), right Pond Grass, left Walking Stick Lane, left Pond Place Way (turn around at the end) left Deep Creek Drive, right Green Haven Drive, right Northfall Creek Parkway, left Homehills Road, right Pebble Path Parkway, right Green Haven Drive (to end and turn around), left Lake Haven Drive (turn around at Garden Creek Court), left Havenview Drive, and end Havenview and Pebble Path Parkway. Saturday, Dec. 9 – start Sherrington Drive, continue on Sherrington Drive turn

around on Pimlico Drive, right Sherrington Drive, right Sherrington Drive, right Harbor Mist Lane, left Creighton Parkway, right Pole Green Road, right Fieldshire Drive, right Banshire Drive (turn around at the end), right Fieldshire Drive, right Midnight Drive (turn around at the end), right Fieldshire Drive (turn around at Fieldshire Court), right Midnight Drive, right Raven Run Drive, left Scarecrow Road, right Lodgepole Drive, right Tarragon Drive (turn around at the end), continue on Tarragon to Pole Green, left Pole Green Road, left Dijon Drive, right Midnight Drive, left Southern Watch Place, right Lodgepole Drive, right Midnight Drive, right Dijon Drive, and end Dijon and Tarragone drives.

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which they are opposed. Anyone can Google these subjects and confirm that it is happening in real life not in my imagination. One has to only look at the daily news to confirm what is happening. Ms. Lavinder should be encouraging her children to seek answers to the

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party can only voice its opposition. This system has resulted in chaos in a number of countries with rioting and violence in the streets being the only recourse the minority groups can use to resist legislation for

Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department Station 12 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 – starts at Beulah Church Road and Sandy Valley Road to Woody’s Hundred Subdivision to Glenn’s Harbor Subdivision to Old Travellers Lane to Flaherty Drive to Cold Harbor Road to Elder Ridge Lane and back to Cold Harbor Road to Turkey Hollow Subdivision and back to Cold Harbor Road to Mildale Road and back to Cold Harbor Road to Market Road to Barkers Mill Road and back to Market Road to Range Road and back to Market Road to Falling View Lane and back to Market Road to Rockhill Road and stop. 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec.

2 – starts at Old Church and Flannagan Mill Road to Babbling Brooke Lane to Ettington Lane to Hopewell Road to Cosby Mill Road and turn around to Westwood Road to Hidden Lake Estates and back to Westwood from Westwood Road to Boundary Road from McClellan Road and turn on McClellan Road from McClellan Road to Crown Hill Road to Fraley Drill and back to Crown Hill Road to Parsleys Mill Road to Tanglewood Court and back to Parsleys Mill Road to Parsleys Mill Road and McClellan Road and stops. 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 – starts at Rockhill Road and Cold Harbor Road to Confederate Hill Drive and back to Rockhill Road to White Oak Ridge and back to Rockhill Road to McClellan Road to Papa Lane and back to McClellan Road to Black Creek Estates and back to McClellan Road to Peace Road to Quaker Road to Dispatch Road to Fox Hunter Road to McClellan Road and stops at Peace Road. 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 – starts at Crown Hill Road and Bennet Field Road to Pine Knoll Subdivision and back to Crown Hill Road to Valley Oaks Subdivision and back to Crown Hill Road to Hallwood Way and back to Crown Hill Road to Tall Cedars Lane and back to Crown Hill Road to Cold Harbor Road to Boatswain Lane and back to Cold Harbor Road to Watt House Road and back to Cold Harbor Road to Hanover Farms Subdivision and stops at Cold Harbor Road. problems affecting our communities. Instead, she is teaching them to deny free speech, to “shut up” anyone who has a differing point of view. It is no wonder our young people are becoming more violent with each generation. With regard to the monusee LETTERS, pg. 9 }

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English teacher in high school who spent hours of his personal time tutoring me in composition and the many varied techniques available to tell a story. “Jimmy, you have a gift. You can paint pictures with words. Be sure you take advantage of it,” he told me at the end

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ments, what does the removal of the monuments of the founders of our country eliminate? The pain that is shared by descendants of slavery for their ancestors will not be eliminated as long as there are still monuments and memorials depicting the worst treatment they received. Films are shown on TV over and over again depicting the most horrible conditions related to slavery and just serve

of the year. Years later, I’d taken a job as a rural carrier at the Post Office and was seemingly trapped in a form of mass communication I had not envisioned in my plan for the future. I worked in the same small cubicle sorting mail for years, but never abandoned a dream to use words to make a difference.

A carrier next to me constantly reminded me that my current situation was only temporary, a step in a journey to a destination. Years later as a frustrated reported at a daily newspaper covering a police beat, I complained to my editor and told her I was contemplating a career change. “that would be a mistake,” she said. “You are a true word-

smith who can bring tears to my eyes with your columns. You have a story to tell.” Those two come to mind on this Thanksgiving, because, shortly after those conversations, they passed away. But, they are only a small representation of the people along the way who helped, molded, advised, befriended and loved, all of them making

a meaningful mark on my life. this Thursday, I’ll be feeling especially blessed as I serve the people I love the most turkey and all the trimmings. But, I’ll also think of the many people throughout my life who have been there for me; and I’ll give thanks for their blessings. The real joy in our lives is often the combination of a number of blessings, provided

by a multitude of sources. They come in the form of simple words of encouragement, a compassionate hand on a shoulder or in the love for our friends and family. I’ll try to remember them all this Thanksgiving and embrace the true meaning and spirit of holiday — those blessings in our lives, both big and small. Be thankful.

to reinforce those feelings of fear and hate in the black community. Added to this are the political leaders whose agenda depends on inciting and unifying these communities against the politician’s opposing party for the next upcoming election. Ms. Lavinder needs to ask herself if her children will be better off if our country falls apart and they have to live in a world of violence in the streets. Slavery in this country is over, and has been over for over 100 years. Slavery in African and other parts of the

world is not over and continues to this day. Would it not be better for Ms. Lavinder to use these monuments and our history to teach her children to understand why and how it happened here and how wrong it is for it to continue elsewhere? One cannot change history by eliminating statues and/or artifacts. Even if you destroyed all monuments, books, and any record of the past, there would still be monuments of a kind left. Look at our major cities. They reflect the beauty of the

past, which are now covered in graffiti with gang symbols. The destruction serves as a monument to the actions of those who perpetrated it.

History has shown that the truth cannot be erased. One way of another it comes out. Would it not be better for all concerned to have open dis-

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| Death Notices & Funerals ZEIGLA ALDEN

Zeigla Barden Alden passed away peacefully on November 15, 2017. She was surrounded by her family as she went to her heavenly home. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Henry Alden. They were married on August 30, 1952. She was employed with the Virginia Employment Commission for 40 years. She was a member of the Elkhardt Baptist Church, where she had many caring friends. She is survived by her two children, son, Larry Alden (Kim); daughter, Beverly Hall (Frank); four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren (one due January 2018), nieces, nephews and many more family members that she loved. In lieu of flowers, consider adopting an angel from the Angel Tree. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at Woody Funeral Home-Huguenot Chapel at 1020 Huguenot Road in Midlothian. Interment followed in Dale Memorial Park. Online condolences received at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com. Woody

Funeral Home-Atlee Chapel at 9271 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville was in charge of arrangements.

VERNA BARLOW

Verna Mitchell Barlow, 93, of Ruther Glen, died at her home on November 24, 2017. Born in Caroline County, she was a member of Concord Baptist Church for over 70 years, where she served as VBS director, Sunday School teacher, BARLOW clerk, choir member and WMU president for 25 years. She was a woman of many talents, including oil painting, crafting, gardening and sewing. She loved serving her Lord and spending time with her large extended family and many friends in the community. She is survived by her daughter, Hope Barlow Clark, and her husband, Donald; two granddaughters, Paula Gatewood Reid and her

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husband, Keith, of Aylett and Stacy Gatewood McGrath and her husband, Richard, of Mechanicsville; five greatgrandchildren, Chase Mitchell Reid, Hailey Elizabeth Reid, Juliana Hope McGrath, Kelsey Elizabeth McGrath and Richard Kenneth Tyler McGrath. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Walter Barlow Jr.; her parents, Horace and Hilda Mitchell; a sister, Gladys Broaddus; and her son-in-law, Kenneth Gatewood. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 26, 2017, at the Concord Baptist Church at 15625 Concord Road in Ruther Glen. Interment followed in the church cemetery. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Concord Baptist Church. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.storkefuneralhome. com. Storke Funeral Home in Bowling Green was in charge of arrangements.

LINDA LEE BARR

Linda Lee Barr, 78, passed away in Richmond on November 19, 2017. Linda was born March 14, 1939, in Wichita, Kansas. She was predeceased by her parents, Daniel and Virginia Keller Smith; sister, Connie Burgett; daughter-in-law, Susan DePew Barr; and a grandson, Scott Wingfield. She is survived by her children, Debbie (Randy) Wingfield of Mechanicsville; son, Bill Barr of Newbury Park, California; daughter, Suzi Barr of Charleston, South Carolina, and their father, Dr. William Barr; granddaughters, Erika Kinner, Amy Wingfield and Krystal Barr; two grandsons, Blake Barr and Ryan Barr; five great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews; a sister, Danna (Leroy) San

Millan; and extended family. Linda dedicated her life to raising her family and in later years she became involved in many movies filmed in Virginia. She also volunteered her time as the Easter Bunny and worked with Sergeant Santa. In her spare time, she loved making crafts. Linda’s family would like to thank the staff of Bon Secours Hospice for their kind and loving care over the past months and ask that In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Linda’s BARR memory to Bon Secours Community Hospice House, 1133 Old Bon Air Rd., Richmond, VA 23235, or to Lights of Love at info_bsvaf@bshsi.org. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 24, 2017, at Woody Funeral HomeAtlee Chapel at 9271 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. Interment was in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences received at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.

GINGER COWLEY

Ginger Nuckols Cowley, of Hanover, passed away November 20, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell C. and Virginia B. Nuckols. She is survived by her husband, Richard L. Cowley; and her brother, Thomas M. Nuckols. At Ginger’s request, there will be no service.

EVAN CROWE

EVAN Hall Crowe, 82, of Mechanicsville, went to be with his Lord on Thursday,

November 23, 2017. Evan was born to Willard and Josephine Crowe on January 9, 1935. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Beth Wilson Crowe; his CROWE brother, W.A. “Chuck” Crowe; his sisters, Clara Thompson, Elizabeth “Beckie” Kemp and Ruby Blake. He is survived by his brother, Thurman (Dot) Crowe; and his sister, Royce Beasley; seven nephews, four nieces, 13 great-nephews, 13 great-nieces, eight greatgreat-nephews, and 14 greatgreat-nieces. Evan was a 1953 graduate of John Marshall High School and served in the United States Army. He was a lifetime member of Fairmount Christian Church, retired from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond and was a former employee of Woody Funeral Home. He played the piano, sang in numerous choral groups, including the NOTE-ABLES Fairmount quartet and especially loved to sing the “Lord’s Prayer.” Evan was known by family for faithfully sending birthday cards. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, at Fairmount Christian Church at 6502 Creighton Road in Mechanicsville. 23111. Burial followed in Gethsemane Church of Christ Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairmount Christian Church or the charity of your choice. Online condolences received at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com. The Woody

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JUDITH DAVIS

Judith DuVal Davis, of Mechanicsville, passed away on November 12, 2017. Judy was born February 28, 1941. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dallas W. DuVal and Oscar Clarke DuVal. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Arthur K. (A.K.) Davis; son, John M. Davis, and his wife, Amy; son, R. Steven Davis, and his wife, Paula; daughter, DAVIS Susan P. McMonigle, and her husband, Andy; brother, Robert C. DuVal, and his wife, Carolyn; three granddaughters, Peyton, Brynn and Lorelei. Judy graduated from Mary Washington College. She worked as a teacher for Henrico County Schools and worked at Duke University library and at the state library. Judy raised three wonderful children and was loved by all. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at Emmanuel Episcopal Church at 1214 Wilmer Avenue in Richmond. Burial followed in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Ashcake Volunteer Rescue Squad, 8375 New Ashcake Rd., Mechanicsville, VA or to Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Bliley’s-Staples Mill at 8510 Staples Mill Road was in see OBITUARIES, pg. 11 }

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Charles Paul dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Evegnee, 78, of Hanover, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Clement Devignez and Fernande Francoise Godet; and his sister, Annie Devignez. He was born in Belgium, lived in Rwanda for a number of years, then moved to the U.S. He served honorably in the United States Army. He graduated from Brigham-Young University and obtained a law degree from the University of Connecticut. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marie-Therese Barnich; his daughter, Chantal Evelyn; his son, Charles Denis, and his wife, Karen; his grandchildren, John, Kristin, Kaitlyn and Alexandra; along with a host of other loving family and friends. Services will be private. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family

RALPH DUVALL JR.

Ralph Lee Duvall Jr. unexpectedly left this world on November 9, 2017. He left behind his life partner of 16 years, Jennifer Clodfelter, DUVALL and sons Nicholas and Noah, along with many friends and family. A carpenter by trade, he was a hard worker and a devoted father. He also was dedicated to making Jennifer happy. He was loved by all, with a contagious laugh and a smile that lit up a room. A private memorial is being held on December 9, 2017.

WILLIAM HEINZ William Eugene Heinz,

age 54, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on November 17, 2017. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Helen Heinz; sister-in-law, Jan Heinz; and nephew, Ross Heinz. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Jackie Heinz; daughter, Kelly Heinz; sonin-law, Kyle Frazier; brother, Donald Heinz, and wife, Karen; sister, Margaret Owen, and husband, Russell, brother, Tim Heinz, and wife, Debbie; father and mother-in-law Paul and Arlene Hays; brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Cindy Hays; nephews, Brian Owen, Justin Hays and wife Becca, Matt Heinz, and Trevor Heinz; and nieces, Brandy Laymance and Shannon Heinz. Bill was a proud Registered Nurse at VCU Health Systems for 23 years. He was passionate about watching and coaching softball, loving his family and friends, watching the Washington Nationals, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Pittsburgh Penguins on the backyard deck, playing trivia with friends, watching movies, and traveling with his family. He lived his life to the full-

est each and every day, and encouraged those around him to do the same. A Celebration of Life was held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at Monaghan Funeral Home at 7300 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville. A graveside service followed at Hanover Memorial Park at 4447 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. The family would like to say thank you for all of the love, support, and prayers shared during this time. HEINZ In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart Association are appreciated by searching his name through the donate

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DANIEL HICKS

Daniel â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dannyâ&#x20AC;? W. Hicks, 67, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord at 7:05 a.m. on Friday, November 17, 2017. Daniel was born April 15, 1950, in Richmond and was a longtime Hanover resident. He worked as an electrical technician, was an avid shooter, proud NRA member, and a part of the Black Creek Gun HICKS Club. He is survived by his longtime soul mate, Terry Tinsley; two

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brothers, Jimmy and Jerry Hicks; and cousin, Doug Simpson. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Frances Hicks. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 25, 2017, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Interment followed in Washington Memorial Park.

CHARLES L. JOHNSON

Charles L. â&#x20AC;&#x153;C.L.â&#x20AC;? Johnson, 83, of Sandston, peacefully passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2017. He is preceded in death by his son, Wayne, and five grandsons. He is survived by his devoted wife of 64 years, Rita; a daughter, Tina Boub (Warren); sons; Steve â&#x20AC;&#x153;Slickâ&#x20AC;? (Julie) and Michael (Dana); eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchilsee OBITUARIES, pg. 13 }

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Light Up the Tracks will be presented by the Ashland Main Street Association for the month of December through New Year’s Day. This will be the third annual event.

Main Street Association to Light Up the Tracks Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

ASHLAND -- Ashland Main Street Association is planning for the 3rd annual “Light Up the Tracks.” For the month of December through New Year’s Day, trackside homes, businesses and Randolph-Macon College are strung with twinkling lights from one end of town to the other. Within two years, “Light Up the Tracks” has received significant attention from the greater Richmond area and beyond (the Richmond Tacky Lights Tour added downtown Ashland

and the Washington Post ran a story last year). This holiday season, Ashland Main Street is looking to expand “Light Up the Tracks” for the entire month of December. Santa (the former “Bass Pro” Santa) is already booked for several appearances downtown. Musical and dance performances are being scheduled, in addition to family activities, crafts, holiday open houses and more throughout December with the goal of bringing more visitors to downtown Ashland this holiday season to shop, dine and enjoy the lights. see TRACKS, pg. 35 }

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MECHANICSVILLE -“God Bless Us, Every One” tells the story of the now grownup Tiny Tim, some 20 years after the crippled boy warmed the cold heart of Old Ebenezer

Scrooge, best known from Charles Dickens’ beloved classic “A Christmas Carol”. It’s Christmas 1870, where the community is mourning the loss of the beloved Mr. Scrooge. Tim Cratchit, now a well-known doctor, is about to embark on a new journey, set-

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ting his sights on the promise of acclaim and a new life in America. But before leaving for Boston, he must choose the life he so desires or the destiny that tugs at his own cold heart. “God Bless Us, Every One” see TINY TIM, pg. 35 }

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Members of the Pamunkey Woman’s Club recently filled small bags of candy, with each piece having a meaning – for example, Lifesaver, Starburst, and Kiss – and took them to the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. Virginia Darnell learned about the idea from another club during the organization’s convention. The club made about 230 bags. Each member brought a different candy. Representing the club at the presentation to the Sheriff’s Office were, from left, front row, Debbie Mitchell, Darnell, Peggy Arnold and Carolyn Shortt. Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, is shown in the center in the back row.

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Proud parents Adam and Rosie Spencer and big brother Wyatt welcome Watson Charles with love. He was born at 6:30 p.m. on October 13, 2017, weighing 7 pounds and 4 ounces. He was 19 inches long.

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dren; and a sister, Irene Lewis. C.L. served in the Air Force for 11 years. He was a Class A contractor for 40 years. He loved fishing, camping and watchJOHNSON ing NASCAR. He touched the lives of everyone he met. A Celebration of Life was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 20, 2017, at the Antioch Baptist Church at 3868 Antioch Church Road in Sandston. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to a charity of your choice in his memory. A video tribute commemorating C.L.’s life can be viewed by visiting www.monaghanfunerals. com and clicking the video tribute tab on CL’s obituary. Monaghan Funeral Home at 7300 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville was in charge of arrangements.

DEBORAH LOCKS

Deborah Hott Locks, 63, of Mechanicsville, passed

away peacefully on November 19, 2017, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, James LOCKS and Laura Hott. She is survived by her husband, Marvin “Bubba” Locks Jr.; her daughters, Diane Martin and Chris Warner (Erik); grandchildren, Jason and Kyle Martin, Paige, Luke and Clay Warner; greatgranddaughter, Winston Bumgardner; sisters-in-law, Linda Ledford (Bruce) and Sandy Ferguson; dear friends, Ronnie and Paula Cook, Diane Tocylowski and Marie Newman. Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday November 26, 2017, at the Antioch Baptist Church at 3868 Antioch Church Road in Sandston.

LOUIS NELSON JR.

Louis A. Nelson Jr. 88, of Mechanicsville, went to his rest in Jesus until the resurrection morning on Saturday, November 18, 2017. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Jeremy Nelson. He

is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, June Bass Nelson; his children; Victor (Linda), Lorraine Worrell (Frank), Kathy Kyburz (David), Linda Layton (Rick), Debbie Bruso (Carl), Vernon Nelson and Rebecca Willhelm, 15 grandchildren; 19 greatgrandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Louis was NELSON born in Greenfield, Massachusetts, and raised in Athol, Massachusetts. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict as a Combat Medic. He was a man with a strong faith in the Lord and faithfully served his local Seventh-day Adventist Church in many capacities. He loved nature, hiking, camping, and reading; especially his Bible, but his greatest passion was his family. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the Athol Seventh-day Adventist Church in Athol, Massachusetts, where he will receive his Military Honors. Monaghan Funeral Home at

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NANCY POWERS

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Nancy Broyles Powers died peacefully November 16, 2017, she was 83 years old. She was preceded in death by Billy Powers. She is survived by her sons, Robb and Randy Smith, Randy’s wife Janis; four grandchildren and their wives/husbands, Heather and Frank Miller, Marshall and MaKenzie Smith, Jessica and Michael Lynch, Nicole and Thomas Whitesell; five greatgrandchildren, Jack Lynch, Emma Lynch, Pearl Lynch, Baylor and Madelyn Miller (twins). She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, enjoying many great moments with her family. A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 27, 2017, at Hunton Baptist Church. In lieu to flowers, kindly send donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Norfolk,

John “Smiling Jack” Edward Smiley, 82, of Gwynn’s Island, passed away on November 15, 2017. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, wife of 53 years, Lena Rae; and daughter, Karen Rollins. He leaves behind two daughters, Debbie Torza SMILEY (Jack) and Jackie Allen (Rick); son-in-law, Troy Rollins; eight grandchildren, Jack Torza, Jennifer Nosse, Jessica Dickson, Amy Deuell, Bridgette McCool, Jeffrey Lewis, Alesia Rollins and Robbie Rollins; nine greatgrandchildren, Abby, Josalyn, Tyler, Joshua, Riley, Jenna,

Jacey, Chandler and Danielle. He also leaves behind the second love of his life and caretaker, Carole Traft. He had many jobs in his lifetime, Air Force, auto mechanic, power linesman, truck driver, rodeo cowboy and finally the owner of Capital Auto Glass until he retired to enjoy his third love of fishing. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 10, 2017, at the home of his daughter at 7293 Peanut Lane in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Mathews Volunteer Rescue Squad. Faulkner Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, FosterFaulkner Chapel, in Mathews is assisting the family with arrangements.

SANDRA K. SNELLINGS

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Ashland kicks off season with Olde Time Holiday Parade With a reindeer leading the way, two young elves decided it was nap time during the Ashland Olde Time Holiday Parade on Sunday, Nov. 19, in the photo at left. At right, Cynthia Balderson, the 2017 Hanover Christmas Mother waves to the crowd along the parade route.

Cadets in the Patrick Henry High School NJROTC unit march in the parade.

A member of Girl Scout Troop 5267 waves from the troopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s float.

Members of the Patrick Henry High School Key Club hold their banner. Hanover and Lee-Davis Key Clubs also were represented. Miss Hanover Abilities 2017, Sarah Chenault, left, was sponsored by Hanover Community Supports Services. Rudolph the rednosed reindeer, right, joined in the fun.

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Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleigh rode atop a fire truck in the parade so his reindeer could rest for a long night on Dec. 24.

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This Randolph-Macon cheerleader showed her enthusiasm for her school and the parade.

Santa Stop Shop to benefit cancer patient Staff Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSV ILLE – A Santa Stop Shop Open House will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2, at 8415 Arnold Rd. in Mechanicsville to raise funds to aid a cancer patient. According to organizer Pat Wyatt, Mike, known as “Poppy,” lives in Short Pump and lost his job due to his position being eliminated on the same day he learned he has terminal cancer. The company had another position that he applied for and was hired. He took a pay cut, but was able to keep his benefits. Poppy was diagnosed with stage 4 inoperable liver cancer. At that time the doctors said with no treatment he had about three to six months to

live. He began treatment right away. He had a TACE procedure and all it made him sick. He then had a radiation treatment that also made him very ill. He was scheduled to have another, but he was told no more. Those providing support say they are encouraged with FDA approval of the drug, Opdivo, to battle liver cancer. Since it is a new treatment option, there is uncertainty that it will work. Wyatt said, “We have hope that the drug will do what it has been designed for:controlling the tumors and preventing new growths.” Noting the expense of the procedures and high costs of deductibles and out-of-pocket premiums, she said Poppy and his family face “overwhelming

medical bills and having difficulty paying for all the treatments and afford their normal living expenses.” Poppy is 63 years old and, due to his medical condition, unable to work more hours or get a different job. He was scheduled to apply for disability on Nov. 10. The family does not know how long the process will take, but the treatments have been making him ill. “We appreciate your consideration in supporting this fundraiser vendor vent,” Wyatt said. “Your participation will not only help their financial situation but it really helps them with emotional support. It is very nice to know that people care so much about you that they are willing to help.” Various consultants and

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Holiday Grand Illumination to be held Friday at Polegreen Church Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSV ILLE – A community tradition continues at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 1, as Historic Polegreen Church once again lights up the night for the holiday season. The historic site is located at 6411 Heatherwood Drive in Mechanicsville.

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DeckThe Halls! supports Hanover Safe Place Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – For the 15th year, Carolyn and Jerry Peart will open their home, Pine Grove Farm, at 12438 Elmont Rd. in Ashland, for Deck The Halls!, a fundraiser to benefit Hanover Safe Place. It’s held from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The charity provides a variety of services in Hanover County for women and children in crisis. For more information, visit the website at www.hanoversafeplace.com. Since its beginning, it has raised $150,000 to help organizations for women and children. In addition to all the opportunities to create festive holiday decorations, Santa Claus and Rudolph will make

appearances. An entry donation of $35 for adults and $10 for children is requested. Guests receive up to three wreath forms and three pre-made bows to make fresh decorations for their homes, offices, wherever. All forms must be used on-site. Attendees can make additional swags, table runners, roping, etc., and their own bows -- as many as they wish. “We supply wreath forms, wire, clippers, decorations (all natural), to include several types of pine cones, holly berries, beauty berry, winterberry, juniper berry. Greenery: fir, cedar, holly, boxwood, pine, magnolia, etc.,” Carolyn said. “We provide pre-made bows or ribbon to make your

own,” she added. (The bows alone cost $12 to $20 at the big chains). “We have candles and holiday decorations for festive table centerpieces.” Twenty-five to 30 coaches (garden club experts and decorating experts) are availabe to help with creations. Tables are set up with wire, clippers, gloves, wreath forms, etc., with a gardening “expert” at each table to teach and mentor, including a special section for boxwood wreaths “If you just want to enjoy the event and not create,” Carolyn said, “we have decorations for low prices, made by experts from area garden clubs. For an additional donation, folks can buy gorgeous fully decorated wreaths, swags, tabletoppers

created by our design experts with all freshly cut greens.” Carolyn and Jerry encourage guests to visit the 1905 barn, heated with a wood stove, where they serve hot chocolate, tea, coffee, cider and plates and plates full of homemade goodies. In the spirit of “green,” they use their special Deck The Halls mugs! According to Carolyn, the entrance donation is less than the typical garden center or retail outlet cost of one wreath or one centerpiece or one any fresh holiday decoration. Handicap, elderly and guest dropoff is at Pine Grove Farm, 12438 Elmont, Ashland. All other parking is at Henry Clay Elementary School on Hanover Street in Ashland. The Holiday

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Trolley will drive folks ‰ -mile to the event at the farm. Sponsors are: Claybroooke Farms, ACE Hardware of Ashland, Maine Wreath Company, Ashwood Gardens, The Flower Market/V ogue Flowers, The Garden Club

of Ashland, Green V isions Consulting, and Starbucks of Ashland. For more information, contact Carolyn Peart at 804-7989131(home) or 804-543-5765 (mobile) or www.deckthehallsva.org.

Ashland Museum Holiday Walking and House Tour spotlights Historic Race Course Addition Staff Report news@mechlocal.com

ASHLAND – The Ashland Museum Holiday Walking and

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House Tour of the Historic Race Course Addition will be

presented on Sunday, Dec. 3. It starts at the museum at 105 Hanover Ave. in Ashland. Each tour will go through the historic Race Course Addition. Museum representatives will discuss the original race course, how the RF& P developed the area after the Civil War, some of the original homeowners, and the architectural styles you will see along the way. The tour will end at the colorful home of artist Charles Sthreshley at 402 Duncan St. for a reception. The house was built in 1891 and is the earliest surviving house on Duncan Street. This was the boyhood home of Christopher Chenery, owner of Triple Crown winner Secretariat. There will be two tours, one starting at 2 and one starting at 4 p.m. Each tour will take about 90 minutes. The tour benefits Ashland Museum’s archives, public education activities, and exhib-

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The Ashland Museum Holiday Walking and House Tour will end with a reception at the home of artist Charles Sthresley at 402 Duncan St.

it development. Ashland’s Race Course Addition was developed between 1870 and the early 20th century. Tickets are $15 in advance for museum members, $25 in advance for non-members, and $30 at the door on Sunday, Dec. 3. Reservations are encour-

aged, as each tour has limited space. For more information or reservations, visit the website ashlandmuseum.org or call 804-368-7314. To purchase tickets in advance, the website is http:// ashlandmuseum.org/ or mail to Ashland Museum, P.O.Box 633, Ashland VA 23005.

Ashland parade welcomes holiday season By Logan Barry for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND -- Downtown streets in Ashland were again lined with people and families on Sunday, Nov. 19, as the town was full swing into its holiday spirit for the 48th annual Ashland/Hanover Olde Time Holiday Parade. The Olde Time Holiday Parade began on the corner of Snead Street and Thompson Street and winded along Thompson Street, making its way through both England and Henry streets until finally coming to a stop on Archie Cannon Drive near John Gandy Elementary School. It is intended for everyone to enjoy and has served as a holiday celebratory event for the families and residents of both the Town of Ashland and Hanover County. Ashland Main Street Association urged everyone to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stay until the end to watch Santa on the fire truck.â&#x20AC;? The parade is the largest community service event of the year for sponsor Kiwanis Club of Ashland. Traditionally, over 100 different units participate in the parade. This year, exactly 100

units made up the marchers and floats as they made their way through the streets of downtown Ashland. Train Town Cross Fit (TTCF), a local fitness business within Ashlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s corporate limits, had its own â&#x20AC;&#x153;sweet fitness floatâ&#x20AC;? among the other 99 units in the parade, bearing gifts for spectators. There were several new additions to the 2017 Olde Time Parade, including Cub Scout Pack 704 from Hamilton, Girl Scouts James River Unit and Girl Scouts Laurel Brook Unit. Cub Scout packs are traditional participants. Returning this year were members of Pack 706 from Montpelier. Kiwanians assembled about 10 a.m. that morning in Randolph-Macon Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Estes Dining Hall for a breakfast, which was followed with members receiving their individual parade assignments. Event coordinators were Kiwanians Ranny Robertson and John Myers. Robertson said he was pleased with the turnout, and noted the weather was especially pleasant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought the turnout was good â&#x20AC;&#x201C; perhaps even more

than weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen in the past,â&#x20AC;? Robertson said. He has been involved in coordinating the parade for 20 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the 48th parade and Kiwanis has done it for 20 years or so,â&#x20AC;? he continued. Like many public events in local communities, nonprofit organizations help make them possible. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The way this thing works is the Ashland Kiwanis Club orchestrates the parade for the Town of Ashland; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parade, but they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the people to pull it together. We do it as a [community] service project,â&#x20AC;? Robertson said. Robertson has been maintaining a database over the 20 years that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been coordinating the event, keeping records of all that have participated for the past two decades. He updates and uses that list, so those units can be reinvited to future parades each year. Jim Foster, a professor at R-MC, posted on Facebook that he â&#x20AC;&#x153;Had fun watching the Ashland Parade.â&#x20AC;? Lindy Pond, another parade-goer, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Great day for a parade, and the kids looked great!â&#x20AC;?

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Mechanicsville Elementary School Book Fair, “Blast off with Books,” by Bedford Falls will be held at the school. Volunteers are needed to ensure the event is a success. Those who can help are asked to sign up by using this link: http://www.signupgenius. com/go/20f0c4faaae2da0f85blast or call the MES Library 804-723-3640.

Nov. 29 to Dec. 8

The annual Lee-Davis High School poinsettia sale will be held from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and 2 to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. Early Bird reservations are available now while supplies last. Orders may be placed via email at cgreen@hcps.us or by phone at 804-723-2245. To place an order, have the following information available: type(s) of poinsettias; how many of each; choice of red, green or gold foil and ribbon; and pickup date from the L-DHS greenhouse. A wide variety of colors is available, including various shades of red, white, burgundy and orange. This year’s plants are particularly lush due to an innovative new irrigation system that delivers a precise amount of water and fertilizer daily. Poinsettias are $7 each, which includes foil and a bow of choice. A bulk discount is available for poinsettia orders of 10 or more.

Thursday, Nov. 30

Hanover Chamber of Commerce will present the New Suite Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Camp Hanover at 3163 Parsleys Mill Rd. in Mechanicsville. “Giving Back – A Focus on Our Community” will be the theme of the event. The luncheon will spotlight three local nonprofits that make a difference in

Hanover County. Speakers Feed Moore, Tim McDermott; Hanover Tavern, David Deal; and MCEF, Pat Hubert will address their passion, purpose and a few ways to become involved so Chamber members can give back to the community they love. Check-in and networking are held from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m., with the program scheduled from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration and payment registration is $15 for member early registration; $20 member late registration; and $25 for non-members. A full lunch is included. For more information, email marianne@hanoverchamberva. com or call 804-442-2093. Mechanicsville Elementary School will present “Blast Off with Math and Reading: from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Pizza will be served in the diner throughout the Mission at “Pizza Planet”. Parents are urged to send their attendance slip to their child’s classroom teacher. “Check-in” will be in the front lobby to receive your Math & Reading “Missions”. Stop by and visit the MES Fall Book Fair in the library.

Friday, Dec. 1

Atlee Kids will present “Jingle Jam, The Big Give” at 6:30 p.m. During the Christmas season, it’s pretty easy for families to get wrapped up in what’s wrapped up under the Christmas tree. That’s why they’ve decided to present a family event called “Jingle Jam: The BIG Give”. It is organized around the telling of the Christmas Story and the idea of generosity. Rather than families getting wrapped up in just “stuff ” this season, they want to encourage and inspire families to go BIG with the idea of generosity and how God gave us His Son, Jesus. It will be held

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at Atlee Community Church. For more information, contact tonya.carey@atleechurch.org. The 10th annual GALA, adults party for a purpose, food, wine and beer, live music, shopping opportunities from Etsy; live auctions including “Richmond Rooftop Bar Crawl”; “Ladies Treasure Hunt” beauty and shopping around Richmond; “VCU TIX” for Jan. 17 game; “Top Chef meets America’s Got Talent dinner party” many themed gift baskets good for gifting (or keeping). Tickets are $25 each in advance and $30 at the door. Proceeds benefit local organizations working with the Church of the Redeemer Church’s sisters and brothers in need of stable housing and building homes in Haiti. For more information, go to www. churchredeemer.org/no-room. Church of the Redeemer is located at 8275 Meadowbridge Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Saturday, Dec. 2

The CornerStone Community Development Center in Aylett will sponsor a Saturday Lunch, featuring $6 crab cakes, $3 hamburgers, $2 hot dogs (including chips and soda), from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. To preorder, call 804-769-2996 or email theccdc@gmail.com. Pick up at 8270 Richmond Tappahannock Hwy. in Aylett. Proceeds will benefit food and free health clinic programs of The CornerStone Community Development Center. The 4th Annual “Claus for Celebration” will be held from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Richmond East Moose Lodge #1947 at 7167 Flag Lane in Mechanicsville. Tickets are free, but those planning to attend must bring a toy worth $20 or $20 for needy

children. All proceeds go to the Mechanicsville Christmas Project. Those interested in becoming sponsors (gold, silver or bronze) can call 804357-9774. For tickets, contact Brad Beazley at 804-357-9774 or the Moose Lodge at 804730-4938. A breakfast buffet to benefit the Men’s Ministry at Enon United Methodist Church will be held from 8 to 9:30 a.m., featuring salt fish, eggs, bacon, sausage, gravy, biscuits, hash browns, grits, apples, corn cakes, waffles and beverage. The cost is $8 for adults. Children 6 and under are admitted free of charge. The church is located at 6156 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Wednesday, Dec. 6

Parents of rising 6th, 7th and 8th grade Oak Knoll Middle School students are invited to attend an informational session on course registration for the 2018-2019 school year in the cafetorium. The rising 6th grade meeting will be held at 6 p.m. The rising 7th and 8th grade meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Information will be presented regarding the transition to 6th, 7th and 8th grade, including course requirements and elective options. Elective teachers will have booths set up for students to learn more about the available elective options and ask questions. The 2018-2019 Program of Studies can be found at http:// hanover.k12.va.us/?_sm_ au_=iHVrQrjQWW6ZP0NR.

Thursday, Dec. 7

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The Manor House at Kings Charter. The evening will include food, Reindeer Games, prize baskets and connecting with friends from across the area. A portion of the night’s proceeds will be donated to the Hanover Christmas Mother to benefit families in need this holiday season.

Saturday, Dec. 9

Chickahominy Volunteer Fire Company, Station 10, will host a Breakfast and Pictures with Santa from 8 to 11 a.m. at 10414 Leadbetter Rd. in Ashland. The cost is $5 for children 5 to 10 years old and $7 for those over 10. Children under the age of 5 will be admitted free of charge. For more information, call 804550-3473. An All-You-Can-Eat Salt Fish Breakfast will be held from 6:45 to 8:45 a.m. at the Indedepence Ruritan Club Community House behind the Independence Christian Church at 14033 Independence Rd. (off Route 54, west of Ashland). The breakfast, hosted by the Ruritans, will include salt herring fillets, scrambled eggs, bacon, spiced apples, cornbread, grits, coffee and orange juice. The cost is $9 for adults. Proceeds will benefit Western Hanover Emergency Action Team (W.H.E.A.T.). For more information, call 804-798-6579.

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Salem Presbyterian Church in Studley will present its Christmas Music Program at 3 p.m. Members of the community are invited to attend and listen to some Christmas carols. Light refreshments will be served after the program.

The Rock Hill Baptist Church Senior Choir #2 will celebrate its 72nd Anniversary at 3 p.m. at the church at 4271 Rockhill Rd, in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-730-9511. All Souls Episcopal Church celebrates Advent II with Holy Eucharist at 9:15 am. On Advent II, the second candle of the Advent Wreath is lit, representing peace or preparation. Fellowship begins at 10:15 a.m. followed by Adult and Children’s Formation at 10:45 a.m. All Souls worships Sundays at Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 Atlee Rd .in Mechanicsville. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. Rev. Katherine G. Dougherty, vicar, presiding. For more information, visit www.allsoulsva.org.

Tuesday, Dec. 12

The Mechanicsville Chapter 5407 of AARP will meet from 10 a.m. to noon at the First Union Baptist Church at 6231 Pole Green Rd. in Mechanicsville. The AARP Chapter is hosting Cindy Balderson, the 2017 Hanover Christmas Mother. Lunch will be served. All national members of AARP are invited. For more information, call Larry Gooss at 804-839-2347.

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Santa Breakfast will be held from 8 to 11 a.m. at Hanover Courthouse Volunteer Fire Company at 13326 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover on U.S. 301 just north of Hanover Courthouse. The menu will include: pancakes, bacon, sausage, hot apples, and hot and cold beverages. The see CALENDAR, pg. 25 }

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The Adopt-A-Senior program is intended to be one element of a supportive array of services within the community that assists older citizens to enjoy life with the greatest degree of dignity and as independently as possible. For the past 14 years, the Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office has delivered dinners to seniors who participate in its Adopt-A-Senior program. This annual event is made possible through its ongoing partnership with the Hanover-Ashland TRIAD, the Mechanicsville Rotary Club, and the Rutland Kroger. To learn more about the program, visit http:// www.hanoversheriff.com/224/Adopt-A-Senior. Information submitted by Sgt. James R. Cooper, Hanover County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office public information officer.

There are three extraordinary volunteers who were true heroes to one family on Train Day 2017. A big shout out goes to these three students, from left, Kim Nguyen from Lee-Davis High School, Pierre Thompson from Hanover High School and Hailey Cooke from Lee-Davis, who went above and beyond in helping find a lost little boy and comforting his entire family. The mom lost track of her 3-year-old son and had three other kids along with her husband looking for the boy. The teenage volunteers comforted the family and stayed close with the mother who ran from RandolphMacon College to Myrtle Street and Hanover Avenue looking for her little boy. She said they were new to Ashland and recently had moved from Portland, Oregon. They were so happy to see everyone reacting so quickly to find her son. Lorie Foley, speaking on behalf of the Ashland Main Street Association, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We could not be more proud of these students. Many thanks to Bill Gatewood our Train Day chairman, who was able to alert police using our radio system for communication. Thank you to everyone for making Train Day great.â&#x20AC;?

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lived a life deep with purpose: family, love, courage. Her kind spirit left us on November 24, 2017. Born among the mountains and rivers of West Virginia, Sandy left her childhood home, lived with her eldest sister Nancy in the Washington, D.C., area, and embarked on a series of events leading her to her new home, Richmond, Virginia. Sandy was predeceased by her parents, Alfred L. and Lorena L. Roop; brothers, Larry L. Roop and Michael E. Roop. She is survived by: three SNELLINGS daughters, Christina L. Blaylock of Mechanicsville, Angela S. Lane (Randy) of Amelia Court House and Shellie L. Little (Bobby) of Hanover; four grandchildren, Philip M. Lane, Brittany A. Lane, Taylor N. Little and Joshua S. Blaylock; three brothers, Gary L. Roop (Elfriede) of Mendon, Michigan, Rex A. Roop of Charleston, West Virginia, Rick Roop (Sherri) of Jodie, West Virginia; two sisters, Nancy C. Newhouse of Ellicott City, Maryland, and Robin R. Workman (David) of Monroe, North Caroline. She also is survived by sisters-in-law, Linda K. Roop of Jodie, West Virginia, and Edna Roop of Belva, West Virginia, and many nephews and nieces. Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday, November 29, 2017, at Blileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home at 8510 Staples Mill Road Chapel. Interment will follow at Signal Hill Memorial Park.

THOMAS H. SLAYTON

Thomas H. Slayton, 75, of Aylett, went to be with the

Lord on Thursday, November 16, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Slayton; and his parents, Katherine and Tom Slayton. He is survived by his daughter, Stacey Smith; stepson, Chris Priest (Karen); grandchildren, Lynn Burnett, Candice Priest and Wendy Priest; eight greatgrandchildren; and a brother, Jeff Slayton. Tom enjoyed bass fishing and golf. He was a Deacon at Shalom Baptist Church and loved God and life itself. He proudly served his country as a sergeant in the U.S. Army. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserves. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at Monaghan Funeral Home at 7300 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville. Interment followed at 1 p.m. at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the wounded warrior project at www.woundedwarrior.org.

LEWIS THARPE

Lewis Nicholson â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unkâ&#x20AC;? Tharpe, born in Charlotte County on November 16, 1941, went to be with the Lord on November 22, 2017. He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley Norman Tharpe; and siblings, Merle Tharpe, Helen Tharpe Emerson and Lee Tharpe. He is survived by two children, Kasi Snow (Chris) of Mechanicsville and Ryan Tharpe of Staunton; three grandchildren; three sisters, June Porter of Burlington, North Carolina, Fay Cilurso (Tony) of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and Shirley Batte of Victoria; several nieces and nephews; including devoted nieces, THARPE

Edith Glidewell of Victoria and Debbie Emerson of Drakes Branch; and devoted great-nephew and niece, Chad and Anessa Acors of Victoria. Unk retired from the Newport News Shipyards. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing, NASCAR races and eating at Cracker Barrel. Unk had a generous heart and was always willing to help someone in need. Funeral services will be private.

PAUL M. WHITE

Paul M. White, 64, of Mechanicsville, went home to the Lord on November 16, 2017. He was the son of John and Josie White; husband of Christine White; father of John and Emily White; deeply dedicated to Christ, his family, and the WHITE church. He grew up in Newport News. He graduated from North Carolina State University in 1974 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. After college, Paul worked in Maryland, Mississippi and New York before moving to Charlotte, North Carolina, to work for Duke Power in 1976. He joined the Berg Wanderers hiking club as an avid backpacker, hiker, and white water kayaker where he met Christine who he married in 1984. John was born in 1986 and Emily in 1989. He moved the family to Richmond in 2000 to work for Dominion. He became an integral part of New Hanover Presbyterian Church and then Restoration Church in Hanover County. Paul loved the Lord, his family, his friends, teaching see OBITUARIES, pg. 35 }

Police chief bestows ‘excellent police duty awards’ By Logan Barry for The Mechanicsville Local

ASHLAND -- Despite the agenda being light, there was a full house in Ashland Town Hall for last week’s regular Ashland Town Council meeting. Among those attending were students from Patrick Henry High School studying government, Glen Allen Boy Scout Troop 736 (Den 7), and family members attending a presentation by Police Chief Doug Goodman, of the Ashland Police Department, recognizing law enforcement recipients of the 2017 APD quarterly awards. Goodman presented five “excellent police duty awards” to officers who have gone above and beyond the

call of the duty for their community. Sam Watkins highlighted the importance of community spirit and compassion. “On Oct. 2, 2017, I received a call from a good citizen in town who I’ve known since the first day I was here – [he] relayed to me – just some awesome news,” Chief Goodman said. “Sam responded to a call he received for service, and went well above and beyond the call of duty.” The mother of the gentleman who called Goodman also lives in Ashland. While not life-threatening, the man’s mother needed to be transported to the hospital for a medical emergency. “Sam held her hand as the EMS came to the scene; he kept her calm and then

he went [to the hospital] and checked on her later that night until [her] family could get back in,” Goodman said. “[This] represents the spirit of who we are as a town, and who we are as a town government. Quite frankly, Sam is just one of those guys who helps keep Ashland, Ashland,” he added. One mother of an awardwinner travelled to Ashland from Huntington, West Virginia, to attend the special occasion of her daughter, another law enforcement officer with the town’s police force. Council members also heard a formal introduction from Richard Gordon, the new chief building official in the Hanover County Building Inspector’s Office. He has a

considerable amount of government and planning experience. Addressing Mayor James Foley and members of town council, Gordon said, “I spent my last 13 years working [for] Henrico County doing planning review, supervising inspection staff and later supervising the planning review staff for the commercial division. I would like to thank the administration and their staff for some of the knowledge and experience I received there.” Gordon also expressed his gratitude to Hanover County “for offering this position and giving me the opportunity to serve my community here.” In other news, town council voted to approve two rezoning applications regarding a

new home being built on a 1.5acre property off Jamestown Road, as well as to amend a zoning proffered elevation to allow for a substantial change in the color of the painted exterior of Walmart’s front elevation. Town Manager Joshua Farrar spoke briefly to council members about the summary of Ashland’s 2017 fiscal year. A graph used in his discussion showed where the town’s FY 2017 budget “actually” ended, which was an amount of approximately $4,319,733, compared to where the town had thought it would end at, which was estimated at $4,006,757. These numbers are budget estimates while the town continues to prepare for FY18.

Dems to caucus

ASHLAND -- The Hanover Democratic Committee will caucus at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, at Ashland Coffee & Tea to reorganize for 2018-2019, as required by the State Democratic Party. Doors to the caucus will open at 9:30 a.m. and close at 10 a.m. All those standing in line by 10 a.m. will be admitted to participate in the caucus. To participate, you must be a registered voter in Hanover County and must agree to support Democratic candidates. The business of the caucus will be to elect members to the newly formed Hanover Democratic Committee. Immediately following the close of the caucus, a regular meeting of the reorganized Hanover Democratic Committee will begin, with officers being elected for 2018-2019, adoption of revised bylaws, and electing new members who were not able to be present for the caucus.

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price is $6 for adults and $3 for children 2 to 9 years old. Children under 2 will be admitted free of charge. Santa will stop in and see the children, young and old. For more information, call 804-365-4905 or 804-6629751 (day time) or 804-3507625. All proceeds benefit the Hanover Courthouse Volunteer Fire Company training and operating funds. Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department Santa Breakfast Fundraiser will be held from 8 to 11 a.m. The menu includes: pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, apples, milk, juice and coffee. The cost is $7 for adults

and $5 for children 12 and under. Children under 3 are admitted free of charge. Santa will be available to have photos taken with the children.

Sunday, Dec. 17

The Central Virginia Masterworks Chorale will present G.F. Handel’s Messiah and Ola Gjeilo’s Song of the Universal at 3 p.m. at the Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church in Ashland. Artistic Director Ryan Tibbetts will conduct the Chorale and the orchestra. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door, and $5 for students. For more information, visit www.cvamc.org, or contact Becky Severin at 804798-3999 or email rvseverin@ gmail.com.

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eral other schools in Virginia that have the same philosophy and attitude when it comes to inclusion. She credits our increasingly connected world for that. “I think social media has a lot to do with it,” she said. “People see what other schools are doing, and what they’re getting out of it. They see that a little kindness goes a long way and that just because students have a disability doesn’t mean they don’t have ability. When you include everybody you find out that people often have the same ability as you, they just may go about things in a different way.”

created by these businesses is huge, it’s something else the students learn that is the real benefit, according to Salvato. “It helps them develop social skills and problemsolving. We’ll set up situations where someone is paying using all change or trying to pay with an expired gift card. Our kids have to work through these situations and in doing so they are developing the kind of skills they’ll need to get a job.” Salvato is proud of the school-wide effort that’s been made to connect her students with the entire Lee-Davis population and says she know sev-

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UPCOMING EVENTS

01 2017

Boys basketball: King William at Lee-Davis 7:30 p.m.

02 2017

Prep wrestling: Central Virginia Classic at Glen Allen 10:00 a.m.

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Turner, Noe pace R-MC in taming Panthers By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – Ferrum was not going to go down easy. While Randolph-Macon’s men went on a seven-minute drought in the second period of their game against the visiting Panthers, Ferrum chipped away at what had been a 16-point lead with 12:21 left in the game to just a 4-point lead left with 5:17 left. But Jon Nowell sank two free throws at the 4:56 mark to break the dry spell and the Yellow Jackets started pulling away again for a 69-56 victory Sunday afternoon at Crenshaw Gymnasium. The second-half swoon nearly marred 18-point performances by both RandolphMacon guard Korey Turner and forward Daniel Noe. “We were stuck there forever,” Randolph-Macon head coach Josh Merkel said of the seven-minutes stuck at 52 points. “We’re good in transition. Part of the problem was that they were scoring, so we were not getting that reboundand-run. We’re not getting the easy one. “They’re doing everything they can to fight and earn respect, so they ramped up their defense. We played into their hands some, not with turnovers, but with rushed shots or not with the best shot we could have

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Above, Randolph-Macon guard Korey Turner (1) goes up over a Ferrum defender for a basket in the Yellow Jackets’ 69-56 victory over the visiting Panthers in Crenshaw Gymnasium Sunday. Stewart and forward Daniel Noe led Randolph-Macon with 18 points apiece. Right, Yellow Jacket forward Jon Nowell (21) led Randolph-Macon on the boards with a game-high 13 rebounds.

taken. Credit to their defense in that time.” Turner said RandolphMacon could have done better defensively in that stretch. “We just had some miscommunication on finding the

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shooters,” he said. “They had a couple of good guys who could really knock down some shots. We just have to do a better job of staying focused throughout the whole game, communicating with each other and finding

the guys who can really hurt us.” One of those guys was Ferrum guard/forward Nick Helton, who connected on 5-of9 3-point attempts to pace the Panthers with 17 points. Guard D’Andre Mullen made 3-of-3

shots from 3-point range, finishing with 16 points. Guard R.J. Turner scored 10 points for Ferrum. Turner said the holiday break contributed to the wrinkles in Randolph-Macon’s per-

formance. “Whenever guys aren’t in the gym or when we have a little break, the first thing that goes is focus,” he said. “Over the next couple of days we’re definitely going to get in the gym and get our focus down – especially defensively. Defensively, the details and stuff like that are the first thing to go. We’ve got to continue to pay attention to details and just continue to get better.” That is not to say the Yellow Jackets weren’t capable of focused play. Even during the period when they could not score, they frequently forced Ferrum to go deep into the shot clock before the Panthers could put the ball up. “We can definitely compete if we just continue to get better and fight for the whole possessee TAME, pg. 27

Yellow Jackets find Apprentices no pushovers By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – The students at the Apprentice School work. The purpose of the school, based in Newport News and operated by Newport News Shipbuilding, is to train workers to build things like aircraft carriers and submarines. Athletic opponents take the apprentices lightly at their own expense. Randolph-Macon’s women’s basketball team found that out the hard way, as the Builders pushed the Yellow Jackets to the brink in Randolph-Macon’s 72-71 win on Nov. 21. Forward Kelly Williams led Randolph-Macon with a double-double performance: 23 points and 22 rebounds. While she had a double-double by halftime, she said Apprentice was giving the Yellow Jackets hard time – albeit with the Yellow Jackets’ help. “They were making it tough,” she said. “We were making a lot of mistakes, too. I know I did. Everybody was making mistakes. Our mistakes allowed them to come back.” Among the mistakes were less-than-ideal free throw shooting – Randolph-Macon went 14-of-26 from the line – and turnovers. The Yellow Jackets had 26 turnovers with three team members, Williams

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sion,” Turner said. “If we can do that for 25 seconds, then we can definitely do that 30. We just [have to] continue to lock in and, like I said, stay focused until the end of the shot clock, that will definitely help us down the road.” Nowell’s first free throw – the first of a 1-and-1 – was pivotal

done it before.” Apprentice was led by four players in double figures: Ylexzis Traeger with 16 points, Quanisha Bruce with 14, Tyne Innocent with 13 and Latrice Washington with 12. Randolph-Macon head women’s basketball coach Carroll LaHaye expects her team will improve in time. “I love this team so much,” she said. “I know that they are trying their hardest. They’re young. They’re inexperienced. Really Kelly and Kelsey [Wisner] are the only ones that have the minutes of experience, and they still make mistakes – I mean, Kelly’s only a sophomore. “But they’re playing hard and I know they’re not making those mistakes on purpose. It just challenges me more to give them what they need to continue to get better.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com. APPRENTICE (2-2) — Bruce 14, Jones 0, Washington 12, Riddick 8, Traeger 16, Clegg 6, Wethington 2, Innocent 13. Totals 31 6-14 71. RANDOLPH-MACON (2-1) Dave Lawrence/The Local — Wisner 8, Woods 9, Wade 8, Reynolds 9, Williams 23, Arrington Randolph-Macon’s Kelly Williams (50) goes up for two of her game-high 23 points in the Yellow Jackets’ 72-71 win over visiting 7, Green 0, Knobloch 8, Shumate 0. Apprentice School at Crenshaw Gymnasium on Nov. 21. Williams finished with a double-double with 22 rebounds. Totals 28 14-26 72. “We haven’t seen a lot of young. … Our team is pretty haven’t run before. So it’s like a Apprentice 17 13 20 21 — 71 included, recording five apiece. R-MC 22 20 17 13 — 72 Part of Randolph-Macon’s presses, not quick presses and much different from last year, transition, trying to figure out 3-point goals: AS: Washington 3. problem was with the Builders’ fast guards like Apprentice has,” so everybody’s kind of new and how we’re going to break this R-MC: Wisner, Arrington.

press.

Williams said. “Our guards are running positions that they press because we haven’t really

in reviving the Yellow Jackets’ offense. But, with a game-high 13 rebounds, his contributions were much greater. “Jon payed a huge role on the glass for us tonight,” Turner said. “He definitely got a lot of key rebounds for us, got a lot of second-chance points, and that’s what we needed – especially when our guys aren’t hitting shots. “That was a momentumkiller for [Ferrum], so that got

us more confidence to get back in the game, to get a bigger lead.” Merkel agreed. “I was really proud of Jon in the way he played on the glass,” he said. “His effort changed the game, and those free throws were huge. He does it all the time in practice, but it was great to see him convert that [in] a game.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlo-

cal.com. FERRUM (1-2) — Mullen 16, Dudley 3, Reed 4, Huff 2, Helton 17, Turner 10, Woodard 0, Young 4, Williams 0. Totals 20 7-7 56. RANDOLPH-MACON (3-1) — Turner 18, Adams 4, Anthony 6, Nowell 8, Midulla 2, Bays 3, Noe 18, Williams 5, Woods 2, Morrow 3, Neeley 0, Funderburg 0. Totals 26 9-11 69. 3-point goals: FC: Helton 5, Mullen 3, Turner. R-MC: Turner 4, Noe 2, Bays, Morrow. Halftime: Randolph-Macon 36-30.

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RandolphMacon forward Daniel Noe (3) goes up for a basket in the Yellow Jackets’ 6956 win over visiting Ferrum at Crenshaw Gymnasium Sunday.

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MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES EPISCOPAL

All Souls Episcopal Church Worshiping at Messiah Lutheran 8154 Atlee Rd Sunday Worship 9:15am Holy Eucharist 11:45am Adult & Children’s Formation We are a welcoming, Inclusive faith community. Nursery Provided 804-559-9302 Katherine G. Doughery, Deacon 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 & Adult Christian Ed. immanueloc.org. The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered All Are Welcome 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 9:30am Youth & Adult Sunday School 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Nursery provided @ 9:15 & 10:15 Please visit our website creatorfamily.net

EVANGELICAL FRIENDS Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk. 804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sun. 10:30AM Sunday School @ 9:15AM

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

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

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LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church 8154 Atlee Road 746-7134 messiahmech.com Sunday Service- 10:45 am Sunday School 9:15 am 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

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, 6:30pm. Church phone: 746-2788

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday Bible Study for all ages, 9am; Worship 10:15 am (Nursery Prov.) Youth Bible Study & Children’s Choir 4:00 pm; Wed. Night Activities: Family Dinner 5:45 pm, Children in Action Missions Time, Adult Bible Study and Youth 6:30 pm, Adult Choir 7pm, Youth Director Travis Tyler www.blackcreek.org or call (804) 781-0330

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Broadus Memorial Baptist 1 Church - 2 Locations! 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship Hebron Campus 3407 King William Rd. Aylett (at Mangohick) 23009 11am Contemporary Worship Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org Belong, Believe, Become 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" 7252 Beulah Church Road (Site of Historic Beulah Church) Mechanicsville, 23111 Sundays, 10:30AM & Wednesdays, 6:00PM

SOUTHERN BAPTIST 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 Caleb Bittler, Minister to Students & Family 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 8:30 am & 11am Worship; 9:45 am Sunday School; 9200 New Ashcake Road, 550-9601 ww.newhighlandbaptist.org Shalom Baptist Church 7446 Adams Farm Road (church office) 746-7737 Sunday Activities will be held @ Pole Green Elementary School 8993 Pole Green Park Lane 8:30 am Worship 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship Tuesday Night Activities will be held @ Broadus Baptist Church 5351 Pole Green Road 6:15 pm Children, Youth & Adults Bible Studies www.shalombaptist .net

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SOVEREIGN GRACE BAPTIST

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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

Our Mission: "Love God, Learn the Bible, Care for People" Glenn Hawkins, Pastor 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

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UNITED METHODIST Enon United Methodist Church 6156 Studley Rd; 746-4719 ReNe’e Teague, Pastor Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) www.enonumc.org office@enonumc.org Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am. Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org Shady Grove United Methodist Celebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings. Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:15. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:15am. All Ages. Nursery for infants & toddlers at all services. Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

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3 Temp FT Landscape Workers. Work site(s): Provided daily transportation to & from worksite; begin in Richmond, Henrico County, VA 23221 @ $13.02/hr. Continue into county of Henrico, VA, Richmond, VA MSA. 2/1/18-11/1/18. Poss duties: Mow or edge lawns, using power mowers or edgers, Prune or trim trees, shrubs, or hedges, using shears, pruners, or chain saws, Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls & other related Landscape Worker activities per SOC/OES 37-3011 (onetonline.org). Must be 18 due to equipment use. Must show proof of legal authority to work in U.S. Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco free work zone. Perform physical activities: such as lift, balance, walk, stoop, handle, position, move, manipulate materials use static strength to exert max muscle force to lift, push, pull, carry objects up to 50lbs. No min. edu. reqmt. OJT. All applicants must be willing, qualified, to perform wrk described & available for entire period specified. Based on Employer’s discretion/cost: Wrkr may have random drug/alcohol testing during employment: positive test/ refusal to abide = dismissal.Possible background check post hire. $13.02/hr up to poss $15.00/hr OT $19.53/hr up to poss $22.50/hr, Wage may vary. DOE. Poss daily/wkly hrs: 7:30A-4:30P. 40+ (plus) to include lunch break M-F. Poss wknd/holiday wrk. Outdoors, exposed to weather; must be capable of doing physically strenuous labor for long hours, occasionally in extreme heat or cold. Variable weather conditions apply; hours may fluctuate (+/-), possible downtime and/or OT. OT avail, not reqd. Emplyr will comply w/all applicable fed, state & local laws pertaining to OT hrs. Transportation: Will provide/ pay cost of wrkr return transport, subsistence from wrksite to place from which wrkr departed to wrk for emplyr if wrkr completes period of emplymnt or dismissed from employment before end of wrk period above. Transportation & subsistence will be reimbursed (by check in 1st work wk) for cost from place from which worker has come to work for employer, whether in U.S. or abroad, to place of employment. Guaranteed offered work hrs at least 3/4s of workdays each 12/wk period of total employment period. Use/maintain of emplyr provided tools/ equip. /supplies @ no cost/deposit. Ethic Grounds Management LLC. Email: ethicgrounds@gm ail.com or Fax: 804-213-0572 To apply: send resume/app w/contact info to VA Employment Commision-Richmond Office: 3719 Saunders Ave. PO Box 997 Richmond, VA 23227. Job Order #:1211664

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HANOVER COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT 1-17 Five Year Update

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An amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for Hanover County, Virginia, adopted September 11, 2013, pursuant to Section 15.2-2204, 15.2-2223 through 15.2-2232 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended. The proposed amendments will include text changes as well as changes to Comprehensive Plan maps. In general, changes to the text include: • Update population growth forecast assumptions • Update Community Facility planning based on new population growth forecasts • Addition of information from various studies, data sources and new policy initiatives • Addition of a reference to corridor alignment specifications for Atlee Station Road (Route 637) • Addition of a new section, Active and Healthy Living, with a goal of Hanover County being a community that supports the physical, social, and mental well-being of all its citizens to help create vibrant and safe places to live.

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The changes to the Comprehensive Plan maps include amendments as recommended by the Planning Commission following a series of community meetings and work sessions. The changes to the Comprehensive Plan maps are generally summarized as follows:

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Social Services oﬃcers discuss beneﬁts, demand in demand for the agency’s ser- Cold Harbor District while Fuller is from Mechanicsville. vices. 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

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Local teen taking talents to Texas

Growth Management Conservation & Suburban Development Plan Map • Expand the Suburban Service Area on the south and west line of Pouncey Tract Road (State Route 271) between its intersection with Mile Branch Road (State Route 703) and the Goochland County Line

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

General Land Use Plan & Major Thoroughfare Plan Map

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General Land Use Plan • Density range for the Suburban General designation changed from 1-4 dwelling units per acre to 1.5 to 3.5 dwelling units per acre and the Suburban High designation changed from 4 - 8 dwelling units per acre to 3.5 - 8 dwelling units per acre • Eliminate the Suburban Transitional (1-2 dwelling units per acre) designation; areas with this designation on the 2012 General Land Use Plan map redesignated as Suburban General with a recommended density range of 1.5 - 3.5 dwelling units per acre • Change the Agricultural designation to Commercial for an area on the south and west line of Pouncey Tract Road (State Route 271) between its intersection with Mile Branch Road (State Route 703) and the Goochland County Line • Change the Suburban General (1 - 4 dwelling units per acre) designation to Industrial for an area north of Virginia Crane Drive (State Route 821) at its intersection with Ashcake Road (State Route 657) • Change the Suburban General (1 - 4 dwelling units per acre) designation to Multi-Family (8 - 15 dwelling units per acre) for an area on the south line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) east of its intersection with Meadow Drive (State Route 1120) • Enlarge the Commercial node designation at the intersections of Cold Harbor Road (State Route 156), Beulah Church Road (State Route 633), Crown Hill Road (State Route 632), and Rockhill Road (State Route 619)

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

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

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

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

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Major Thoroughfare Plan • Eliminate a proposed Major Collector (100-ft ROW) from Woodside Lane (Town of Ashland Road) to Interstate 95 • Eliminate a proposed Minor Collector (60-ft ROW) east of the Chickahominy River from Meadowbridge Road (State Route 627) to Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) • Eliminate a proposed Minor Arterial (100-ft ROW) east of the Chickahominy River from Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) to Creighton Road (State Route 615)

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, December 14, 2017, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS C-4-98(c), AM. 1-17, JTB PROPERTIES, INC. (BEAUTIFUL BODIES) Request(s) an amendment to the proffers and conceptual plan approved with rezoning request C-498(c), Beautiful Bodies, Inc., on GPINs 7788-25-2549, 7788-25-2466, and 7788-25-2288, consisting of approximately 2.19 acres, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, and located on the south line of Lewistown Road (State Route 802) approximately 675 feet east of its intersection with Washington Highway (U.S. Route 1) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Business-Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit expansion of the existing structure and the outside storage area in the rear yard. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-28-15(c), AM. 1-17, C FALLS II, L.L.C., ET AL. Request(s) to amend the conceptual plan for C-28-15(c), C Falls, L.L.C., et al., zoned RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, and RM(c), Multi-Family Residential District with conditions, on GPINs 7787-07-4029, 7787-06-0802, 7787-06-0279, 7787-05-0774, 7787-16-1009, 7777-96-4624, 777786-8580, 7777-85-7641, 7777-87-3089, 7777-97-2718, 7777-98-9007 and 7777-98-4439, consisting of approximately 179.38 acres, and located on the south line of Cedar Lane (State Route 623) at its intersection with Holly Hill Road (State Route 713) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban Transitional (1-2 dwelling units per acre) and Suburban General (1-4 dwelling units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit changes to the conceptual plan west of Holly Hill Road. The total number of dwelling units would remain at 404 units with a gross density of 2.25 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING)

C-21-17(c), WYWC, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions on GPIN 7841-73-9359, consisting of approximately 14.71 acres, and located on the south line of Windmill Drive (private road) approximately 0.3 miles east of its intersection with Greenwood Church Road (State Route 657) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one additional building lot for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 7.36 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING)

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C-19-16(c), AM. 1-17, KATHLEEN A. AND ROBERT D. MCGRAW Request(s) a proffer amendment to rezoning C-19-16(c), Kathleen A. and Robert D. McGraw, to rezone GPINs 8708-44-2198 and 8708-44-1278, consisting of approximately 8.42 acres, zoned AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, and located on the north line of Stumpy Road (State Route 654) approximately 800 feet west of its intersection with Roinick Lane (private road) in the BEAVERDAM MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would eliminate the proffers that require a family division. (PUBLIC HEARING)

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CUP-8-17, RIVERSTONE PROPERTIES, L.L.C. (GRAHAM REAL ESTATE, L.L.C.) Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-130.12 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a self-storage warehouse facility on GPIN 8714-97-5670, consisting of approximately 5.6 acres, zoned B-3(c), General Business District with conditions and located on the east line of Lee-Davis Road (State Route 643) across from its intersection with Brandy Run Drive (private road) in the MECHANICSVILLE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban High (4-8 dwelling units per acre). (PUBLIC HEARING) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT

Public Utility Plan Map – An amendment to add a “Proposed Wastewater Pump Station” symbol in the vicinity of the intersection of Chapman Street (Town of Ashland Road) and Thompson Street (State Route 54) in the Town of Ashland and in the ASHLAND MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Ofﬁce, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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FRESH START GROUP, LLC, Request a Variance from Section 26-133 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance, which speciﬁes that structures in the B-3, General Business District, shall have a minimum rear yard setback of twenty-ﬁve (25) feet. The request is for a 13.47 foot rear yard Variance, which would allow for a minimum rear yard setback of 11.53 feet. The request is made for GPIN 7738-23-7826, consisting of approximately 7.84 acres, located on the east line of Pouncey Tract Road (State Route 271) approximately 400 feet north of its intersection with Ashland Road (State Route 623) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING)

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CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, a drastic shift in direction at work can catch you off guard at first, especially since you’ve been comfortable. But this challenge can provide greater opportunities.

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, an unexpected turn of events spices things up in the coming days. Enjoy this change of pace but do your best to stay grounded throughout the tumult.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20 Assignments at work take precedence this week, Capricorn. Do your best to navigate your way through a lengthy to-do list. Don’t let distractions get in your way.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21 Your poker face is on this week, Taurus. Keep things close to the vest as you have a surprise to announce and don’t want to spill the beans prematurely.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23 Impatience will not serve you well this week, Leo. There is no room for shortcuts, so buckle down and devote yourself to the tasks at hand, even if they take a while.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, controlled chaos is the source of your inspiration this week. Ruffle a few feathers, but make sure you do so in a productive and effective way.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, living in your imagination helps you drum up creative ideas, but this week you have to periodically reconnect with reality. Shift the focus to work or family.

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21 You can’t seem to sit still this week, Gemini. Get outdoors and take a hike or engage in another form of physical activity. Enjoy getting outside for some fun and fresh air.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22 A partnership might hit a rough patch this week, Virgo. But it isn’t anything serious. Commit to working things out and you will have benefitted from this experience.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, the solution to a problem you have had for awhile will come to you this week. This immediately makes you more comfy allows you to focus on recreation.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20 The road to satisfaction can’t be found on a GPS device, Pisces. You have to do some soul-searching and figure out what you want.

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Female deer 4. Unfashionable people 8. Entrance way 10. Courteous 11. Level 12. Deli meat 13. Details 15. Stole 16. A genus of bee 17. Expressed as digits 18. Your child’s daughter 21. __ and flow 22. Small amount 23. Revolutions per minute 24. Criticize 25. Snake-like fish 26. Cooling mechanism 27. Inquiry 34. Engage in political activity 35. The lowest adult

ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, an outburst of creativity may surprise those close to you, but this week you just may need an outlet. Channel this energy into a project you have been hoping to complete.

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Sunday School, gardening, model trains, hiking, the mountains, camp fires, fly fishing, traveling, serving others, kayaking, and especially motorcycle rides on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Paul is missed by his family and friends but he is happy and full of health and strength with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A Memorial Service was held at

11 a.m. on Monday, November 20, 2017, at Northside Baptist Church at 7600 Studley Road in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, Paul and family have asked for donations to be given to their church; Restoration Church, 10465 Dow-Gill Rd, Suite A, Ashland, VA 23005, 804-299-3475, email: Info@restorationva.org. Monaghan Funeral Home at 7300 Creighton Parkway in Mechanicsville was in charge of arrangements.

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Davis said. “What it means is exactly what it says in writing.” “What we’re doing here is cleaning up procedure,” Piland told the supervisors. Currently, the final step in the volunteer process is with the county administrator. “The logic behind this I am the authority for the policy manual and it’s important when there are grievances or reviews in this particular case to have an opportunity to hear those cases,” Piland said. There was some confusion regarding a volunteer’s right to appeal a decision to the county administrator. “If they can do that, why are we making a change from them being able to that as it is stated in the current county ordinance?” supervisor Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville District, asked. Piland said there had been only one appeal to the county administrator in the past 13 years. “I think they have the opportunity to come to me as any citizen would have the ability to come to me,” County Administrator Cecil R.

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is a free production being presented Friday through

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To start off the month-long holiday celebration, there will be a “Light Up the Center: Holiday Open House” at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 1, at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center at 500 S. Center St. in Ashland. The Whistle Stop Theatre

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and institutions: Old style TV/monitor, $12. Old style TV over 40 inches diagonal, $35. Flat screen TV/monitor, $6. Other e-waste (computer processing units, laptops, wires, cables, electric cords, keyboards, mouse, printers and copiers) from businesses, governments

“Rhu” Harris Jr. said. “The grievance procedure would be outlined in the fire policy and the grievance procedure would be concluded at the chief ’s level.” District Fire Chief Phillip Hutchinson from the Ashland station is the chairman of the Chief ’s Staff, an advisory board comprised of squad leaders, station commanders and others. “As chairman, I would like you to know that the volunteer leaders from the Chief’s Staff support these recommended changes,” Hutchinson said as he recommended approval of Piland’s request. County Medical Director Dr. Bob Powell also asked board members to approve the revisions, some of them clarifying his and his board’s role in addressing patient care issues. “What we are striving to do is achieve a unified standard of medical care across the jurisdiction of Hanover County,” Powell said. “We set those standards based on best practices and state standards.” However, one volunteer did express reservations regarding the policy change. Station 14 volunteer Tina Curry said no formal notice was given to her group, and the communication

and institutions will be recycled at a cost of $50 per ton. The trailers that accept these items for recycling are located at the Hanover Courthouse Solid Waste Convenience Center and U.S. 301 The Transfer Station and are accessible during normal hours of operation for those facilities. For more information, contact the Department of Public Works at 804-365-6181. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

Grief Support Group meeting MECHANICSVILLE – The Cool Spring Grief Support Group will gather at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 10, at the Cool Spring Church in the Mission Café, located in the basement, for its Candlelight Remembrance. Those planning to attend are asked to bring a light snack or dessert.

process was flawed. “The people at our squad didn’t even know anything about this until we had a meeting last week,” she said. “There was no formal notice given to the volunteers.” Curry also objected to a final determination by the chief regarding volunteer grievances. “That limits the process. He’s well educated and knows a lot, but he’s not infallible.” She also noted the difference in grievance policies regarding career employees versus volunteers. Peterson also questioned the communication process and said he had received calls from numbers volunteers regarding the changes. “What really bothers me is that some of the concerns I heard were obviously a misunderstanding of what’s here, which tells me that communication was not what it should have been,” Peterson said, noting he found no negative impact with the proposed policy changes. “I realize that communication has not been as successful as I would want it to be,” Piland responded. Peterson suggested deferring the matter for

There will not be a video or group discussion this month, but time will set aside to light a candle in memory of lost loved ones. Materials will be available to help in coping with the holidays. For more information or transportion, call Jerry and Patsi Deans at 804-559-7622.

30 days to allow for more communication with volunteers on the changes. But other supervisors said they were prepared to vote on the changes as scheduled. “I fall on the side most often of trusting our staff when we can. In this case, I’m behind the chief now,” said Ashland supervisor Faye Prichard. Cold Harbor supervisor Scott Wyatt endorsed any attempt to establish parody between volunteer and career employee policy, and noted the important role volunteers play in the county’s Fire/EMS system. “All citizens should understand that we have over 300 volunteers that help complement our career staff at every firehouse in the county, so it saves our taxpayers lots of money,” Wyatt said. Kelly-Wiecek also acknowledged the service and dedication that volunteers provide, but noted that working under two systems is not always easy. “We walk a very fine line in terms of balancing and working together in this integrated system of volunteers and paid staff,” she said. The board approved the proposed changes by a unanimous vote.

Sunday, Dec. 1-3 and 8-10 by Fairmount Christian Church. Friday shows begin at 7 p.m., Saturday performances are at 2 and 7 p.m., and 3 p.m. Sundays.

No tickets or reservations are required. All shows will take place in the church’s new 900-seat Worship Center. “God Bless Us, Every One”

is the latest in a line of musicals produced by Fairmount. Recent community favorites include “The Sound of Music,” “Four Tickets to Christmas,”

and “Scrooge: The Musical”. Fairmount Christian Church is located at 6502 Creighton Rd. in Mechanicsville, just off the

interchange of Interstate 295 and Creighton Road (East). For more information, call 804-559-8070 or go online to fairmountchristian.org.

Company will present an exclusive preview of its newest adaptation, The Little Match Girl. Audiences will delight as the classic work of Hans Christian Anderson is brought to life just in time for the holiday season. There also will be musical performances from “Hanover Harmony” and dance selections from the Nutcracker

by Central Virginia Dance Academy. Those attending may visit with Santa and Rudolph, and enjoy punch and cookies. To top off the evening, enjoy the lights and activities in downtown Ashland. If you own or run a business downtown, consider booking an event or two under the umbrella of “Light Up the

Tracks.” Ashland Main Street will help promote your holiday events and activities. Not sure what to do? Ashland Main Street has suggestions, resources and contact information to share. The Gingerbread Trail will be returning, and the goal is to have more gingerbread creations to showcase in the

businesses and restaurants this holiday season. Wendy Yohman from Jake’s Place is organizing the Gingerbread Trail. She may be contacted at wendy@yohmansgarden. com or 804-798-3287 for more information about the Gingerbread Trail. The goal of Light Up the Tracks is to show folks that

downtown Ashland is vibrant and full of events and celebrations this holiday season! For questions and resources regarding “Light Up the Tracks,” contact Lorie Foley at loriefoley@comcast.net or 804339-6175. Ashland Main Street is a designated Virginia Main Street community and nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.

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