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STOPS AT EVERY HOME IN TOWN

State schools closed for rest of term

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

RICHMOND -- Governor Ralph Northam officially announced the closing of schools in the Commonwealth of Virginia during his daily press conference on Monday.

The closure was to take effect at midnight on Tuesday. The order impacts all K-12 schools,

both public and private.

The Governor noted that, as of Monday, 254 cases had been reported in Virginia. The state has suffered with six losses due to the pandemic.

Northam also issued reminders of what businesses and eateries may remain open during the ongoing crisis of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

While emphasizing the continuation of people gathering only in a maximum number of 10,

he did say that essential businesses could stay open. Restaurants may serve customers by providing drive-thru, curbside delivery and home delivery. Necessary businesses, including pharmacies and banks, also will continue to operate.

Lasst Wednesday, Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, had extended the days students will be out of the classroom due to COVID-19. He had

announced that county schools will be closed through April 12. He said the decision was based on “careful consideration and in the interest of public health and safety.”

Taking action on March 18, Gill said, was in an effort to “help you plan well in advance.”

In addition to classroom studies, Gill said the closing includes “all extracurricular events see SCHOOLS, pg. 4

Health concerns postpone Wegmans’ public hearing (Editor’s note: The following statement was released by Aubrey M. “Bucky” Stanley, of Hanover County Board of Supervisors chairman.)

On behalf of the [Hanover County] Board of Supervisors, I’d like to thank all county residents for their patience as we work to ensure the safe delivery of county

services while protecting the health of our workforce and our entire community.

We know that many residents are actively engaged with the Airpark Associates (Wegmans’) proffer amendment application. That public hearing was originally scheduled to be held on March 25, but as announced earlier last week, all public hear-

Postponed public hearings isn’t halting anti-Wegmans’ effort

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local HANOVER -- The Hanover County Board of Supervisors was scheduled to consider proffer amendments regarding the Wegman’s Distribution Center later this month, but that public hearing has been postponed to a later date due to the coronavirus crisis.

The meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. today (Wednesday, March

25) will be held but all public hearings have been postponed, including last week’s meeting of the Planning Commission and other committees.

But, the public discussion regarding the controversial proposal continues to percolate, and opponents of the project are waging an organized campaign to deny the distribution center planned for a site see WEGMANS, pg. 4

ings scheduled on March 25 have been postponed because of public health concerns.

On March 25, the board will only address administrative matters and hold a closed session – nothing related to the Wegmans’ case.

Because there are no Wegmans’-related topics on our agenda, and because we will

not be holding citizens’ time, we encourage you to be safe and stay home rather than attend the March 25 meeting and create a gathering of 10 or more.

All of our meetings are livestreamed and can be viewed from any home with an see HEALTH, pg. 11

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Construction continues to progress at the Route 615 (Creighton Road) and Route 156 (Cold Harbor Road) in Mechanicsville.

The intersection, which has a light signal system, is being replaced with a single-lane roundabout. Construction cost is $3,859,998, with J.L. Kent & Sons Inc. as the contractor and Timmons Group as the engineer. Work started in September and is expected to be complete in May. W.R. Hardman III is the project manager.

CANCELLATIONS/POSTPONEMENTS State Republican Party postpones convention RICHMOND – The Republican Party of Virginia’s 2020 Convention is being postponed until COVID-19 is deemed under control.

Jack R. Wilson III, chairman, Republican Party of Virginia, said, “Given the current Virginia State of Emergency and the guidance from the CDC (Centers of Disease Control), the Republican Party of Virginia had no choice but to act prudently to protect the health of the delegates to the Convention.”

Wilson said the executive committee voted unanimously to reschedule, “keeping in mind the health and well-being of Republicans across the Commonwealth.”

Reagan Day Dinner postponed HANOVER -- Robert Cornelius, chair of the Hanover Republican Committee, has announced that the Reagan Day Dinner, planned for Saturday, March 28, at Oakdale, has been postponed until a new date can be scheduled.

He said the decision was made “due to the recent events and in the interest of safety.”

“We appreciate your support and understanding of this decision due to the circumstances our country is facing,” he added.

Deans cancels book signing MECHANICSVILLE -- Jerry Deans has canceled the book signing of his novel, “Lost But Not Forgotten,” which was scheduled for Saturday, March 28, at Books, Beads and More in the Village of Mechanicsville.

Deans, who is 71 and has health issues, said he wanted “to do the responsible thing for everyone who might show up for this signing.”

‘Finding Value in Your Prime Active Aging’ canceled The Finding Value in Your Prime Active Aging event scheduled for April 23 has been cancelled. This decision was made in order to ensure the health and well-being of all event attendees, including Hanover County’s “valued” older adults.

The Hanover Council on Aging, Hanover –Ashland TRIAD, the Department of Community Resources, Hanover and Mechanicsville AARP Chapters, and Hanover Parks and Recreation thank the partners and senior population for their interest.

Vendors and sponsors will be contacted regarding refunds.

AL Post 175 closed until April 1 MECHANICSVILLE -- American Legion Post 175 at 8700 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville is closed, effective March 16 until April 1 due to the Coronavirus.

Due to the closure, the Post will not be sponsoring its monthly Community Breakfast, which was scheduled for Saturday, March 28.

Atlee Library Spring Book Sale postponed MECHANICSVILLE -- The Friends of the Atlee Library Spring Book Sale is being postponed due to the Coronavirus.

Grand Opening service postponed MECHANICSVILLE – The Grand Opening scheduled for Palm Sunday, April 5, by GRACE Communion Hanover at 7300 Hanover Green Dr. in Mechanicsville has been postponed until a later date..

First Thursday hymn-sing cancelled The first Thursday hymn-sing scheduled for April 2 at Hillcrest Baptist Church has been canceled due to coronavirus concerns.

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Habitat official asks for help to finance ongoing building Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ECHANICSVILLE -- Linda Tiller, executive director of Hanover Habitat for Humanity, has issued a plea for financial assistance during the crisis of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

In an email released on Wednesday, March 18, she said, that “these are desperate times. The ReStore has been forced to close, resulting in the loss of significant income.”

The coronavirus is hurting single moms like Amanda, whose home is among six that have stopped construction and causing costly delays.

“The loss of income is devastating to her ability to care for her three children,” Tiller said. “A stable home with an affordable mortgage is critical for their well-being.”

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Tiller is asking for a gift of $25. “Your gift will provide emergency funds to guarantee that the construction of Amanda’s home can be completed.”

“Amanda works in a local restaurant for an hourly wage,” Tiller continued. “Now that her hours have been cut back, she worries about paying for food, healthcare and rent.

She has been anxiously awaiting the relief of an affordable mortgage.

Now her wait has been unexpectedly delayed because the construction of her home has been halted.”

In addition to Amanda, Melissa, Rebekah, and Franklin have all watched the construction of their homes come to a halt.

“There are no extra funds in our budget to meet this unexpected need. The significant loss of revenue from the closing of the Restore will have devastating effects on the ability to pay construction costs. Your gift today will provide instant relief,” Tiller said.

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Organizers follow advice of experts, cancel Historic Garden Week for first time since World War II Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND – Historic Garden Week 2020 is officially canceled. Like so many events that have been on calendars for months, the Garden Club of Virginia (GCV) recognizes that the health and safety of its 3,500 members, homeowners, and the public would be in jeopardy if this statewide event, scheduled for mid-April, were held.

“It is clear that we must act responsibly and proactively to protect the well-being of our members, staff, volunteers, and homeowners as well as the 26,000 visitors who travel from all over the world to enjoy

the gardens and hospitality of Virginia during this unique springtime event,” Jean Gilpin, president of the female-led non-profit, said.

In 87 years, Historic Garden Week has been cancelled only once before. “At that time, we were in the middle of World War II. Now, we face challenges here at home,” Gilpin said.

“It is important that we follow

the advice of experts, adhere to guidelines established by the CDC, and take special care to keep our families and communities safe and healthy.”

“We thank the 154 homeowners who so graciously agreed to welcome visitors to their homes and gardens in support of our mission,” Tricia Garner, state chair of the statewide event said. “We are very appreciative of all of the sponsors, advertisers, vendors and partners who have been so supportive of our efforts.”

Historic Garden Week proceeds fund the restoration and preservation of nearly 50 of Virginia’s historic public garsee GARDEN, pg. 4

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Feb. 12

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Meadowbridge Road/Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 11100 block o Linderwood Drive, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money, etc., under false pretenses, larceny, $200 conspiracy, was reported in the 6300 block of Morning Glory Road, Mechanicsville.

DWI, first offense, was reported in the 9300 block of Cool Spring Road/Combs Drive, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 6400 block of Mary Esther Lane, Mechanicsville.

Feb. 13

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 7800 block of Compass Point Lane, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 16500 block of Mountain Road.

Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 87 block of Interstate 95 South, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 37 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Sale and distribution of marijuana, ½-ounce to 5 pounds, was reported in the 10200 block of Lakeridge Parkway/Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 12300 block of Elmont Road.

Simple assault was reported in the 7200 block of Grace Lane.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7100 block of Marimel Lane, Mechanicsville..

Identity theft, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 9200 block of Hunters Chase Drive, Mechanicsville.

Failure to appear on felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

Hit and run, personal injury, was reported in the 11400 block of Verdon Road, Doswell.

Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 37 block of Mechanicsville

Failure to appear on felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of tobacco products, minor, was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 8200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Henrico County, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7200 block of Marimel Lane/Marimel Court, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 9200 block of Totopotomoy Trail, Ashland.

Carrying a concealed weapon, first offense, was reported in the 7200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 37 block of Interstate 295 North, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 16200 block of International Street, Doswell.

Feb. 14

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 6600 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 7000 block of Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 9700 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Credit card fraud by merchant, $200 in six months, was reported in the 6500 block of

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Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 6300 block of Greystone Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud by merchant, $200 in six months, was reported in the 6500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, value $1,000, was reported in the 7100 block of Mill Valley Road, Mechanicsville.

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SCHOOLS Continued from pg. 1

and use of our buildings by any group. We will continue to reassess our decision to determine if any further closures are necessary beyond this time.”

“These are extraordinary times, and we continue to take extraordinary measures to do our part to help prevent and contain the further spread of COVID-19 within our community,” he said. “During the extended closure, we remain committed to serving our students and families, from providing food to developing countless learning resources and strategies for students at all grade levels at 25 schools.”

Gill said the division’s team “has worked tirelessly to support our students, families, and community” at all levels. “I am grateful and in awe of their incredible efforts. I am equally thankful for your patience, kindness, and understanding as we navigate this new territory together.”

With the system still under a state of emergency at the local, state, and national level, the superintendent pointed out that Governor Northam had “declared a ban on gatherings of 10 or more people to address this issue further.”

“We understand that this is a significant disruption to your daily lives as we all work to

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dens and landscapes, as well as a research fellowship program in landscape architecture that documents significant gardens.

“Monticello, Mount Vernon, Bacon’s Castle, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, and The State Arboretum in Boyce, to name just a few, represent the diversity of gardens of GCV’s projects,” Lynn McCashin, the non-profit’s executive director, said.

The Garden Club of Virginia recently was rec-

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adjust to our new normal,” Gill continued. “We do not make these decisions lightly, but we believe this is the best decision to help further protect our community. We continue to ask for your patience, understanding, and support during this difficult and unprecedented situation in our community and country.”

Gill said parents and guardians, as well as administrators, staff and students, may have questions about several issues, including makeup days and SOL (Standards of Learning) testing. He did say that the testing “may be causing you some anxiety. As a result, please read the following updates that we hope will address many of your concerns.”

while supplies last. For more information, visit www.bit.ly/ HanoverMealService.

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Free curbside student food service will continue Monday through Friday through the extended closure at all five previously identified locations, including Spring Break,

“Our team is already working hard to prepare learning materials and resources for the additional two-week closure.

We will communicate more details when they are available,” Gill added.

As a reminder, the learning activities created by the system’s teachers and specialists are designed to reinforce skills and engage students in learning. They are not a substitute for classroom instruction. As a result, he said they do not expect students to master this material on their own, and these activities will not be graded.

All families who have access to high-speed internet

are encouraged to access these resources online at http://bit. ly/HCPSLearnfromHome and complete and save assignments digitally. “If you have internet access, but not printing capabilities, your child can also use loose-leaf paper to work on many of the assignments,” the superintendent said.

“We will continue to provide paper packets to families who do not have high-speed internet access, or to families who express a specific need for printed materials,” he said.

Gill also said that the demand for printed learning materials “is much greater than expected and our supplies are low at several schools. Our staff is working as hard and quickly as possible to print additional copies on-site. If needed, we will extend pick-up hours and/ or days to ensure that all students receive these materials.”

“In the meantime, we will continue to work hard at all levels to help provide support to our students and families during the extended closure. As always, thank you for your continued support of our efforts to help keep our students and staff healthy and safe. We will continue to provide updates as needed,” he concluded.

Hanover County Public Schools contributed to this report.

ognized, and unanimously supported by Republicans and Democrats, in a Joint Resolution from the Virginia Senate for its many contributions, including “its partnership with Virginia State Parks to support programs and land stewardship throughout the commonwealth,” Gilpin added.

This nationally recognized and award-winning five-year program, funded through Historic Garden Week, celebrates the Garden Club of Virginia’s 100th anniversary, taking place this year, 2020.

“The Garden Club of

Virginia was instrumental in establishing these parks in 1929. Coincidentally, this is also the year of the first Historic Garden Week tours,” McCashin said.

For a century, the Garden Club of Virginia has been committed to preserving the beauty of Virginia for all to enjoy.

The GCV advocated for maintaining the pristine beauty of Goshen Pass and the wilderness of the Great Dismal Swamp. It has worked to preserve the natural beauty of landscapes along Virginia’s

highways and promoted the elimination of billboard blight.

Since its formation in 1920, GCV has grown from a nucleus of eight founding clubs to 47 clubs across the commonwealth.

“It is the coordinated efforts of these talented volunteers, along with the generosity of homeowners in communities across the state, who make Historic Garden Week possible,” Garner said. It is estimated by Chmura Analytics that Historic Garden Week has an annual economic impact of $12.5 million to Virginia.

“Much more than a fundraiser, Historic Garden Week is a cherished springtime tradition,” Gilpin said. “It promotes tourism while showcasing communities both large and small across the commonwealth. Perhaps most importantly, this enduring legacy brings the GCV membership together towards a common goal,” she added. “While this was a heart-breaking decision for our board to make, we hope Historic Garden Week fans will use this occasion to pause and take a walk, enjoy digging in the dirt, listen to the

Makeup days, SOLs, and Graduation Requirements The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is working to address all of these issues and more. The VDOE recently expressed its desire to provide greater flexibility in these areas. When official guidance is received, Gill said the district will share it with those concerned.

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Building Access and Staff Availability All school division offices will remain closed to the public due to ongoing health and safety concerns. However, division leaders, school administrators, teachers, and others will continue to work remotely and be available to students and families via email. To access the employee email directory, visit http://hcps.us/contact_us/ employee_directory.

Teachers will be off during Spring Break as they would normally.

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voiced her opposition to the project.

Continued from pg. 1 “The place this is being put adjacent to several Hanover is not the right place,” Philp said. “This is like trying to neighborhoods.

At a board meeting earlier shoehorn a mega square piece this month, eight mostly Fox into a small little round hole.

Head residents spoke in oppo- There are other sites in the sition to the project, an appear- county that would be much ance that has become routine more suitable.”

Philp said the approval at meetings as opponents take process for the project did not advantage of public comment consider the effects on homeperiods to voice their concerns.

Milestone resident Thomas owners in the area.

“As I have learned how this Bateman expressed his conproject landed cerns regardon Sliding Hill ing the proRoad, it’s made posed distribume learn that tion center. the Economic “We want to Development keep Hanover Authority H a n o v e r ,” and Planning Bateman said.

Commission “A stocked gave little or treasury but a no thought gutted soul is about the not Hanover. effect on me, I’m not against my family or raising our tax my friends and Jim Ridolphi for The Local revenues, but neighbors.”

Anita Philp addressed the at what cost?” Hanover County Board She cited Bateman also of Directors last week to as evidence objected to voice her opposition to the the Planning the process Wegmans’ Distribution Center Commission’s that enabled project. recommendaWegman’s to tion to unanilocate in Hanover County. mously approve the proffer “As a Hanover resident who amendments after hearing loves Hanover, I felt betrayed.” from a long list of citizens who Anita Philp also expressed similar sentiments as she see WEGMANS, pg. 7 birds, and relish all that nature presents to us.”

----The Garden Club of Virginia celebrates the beauty of the land, conserves the gifts of nature and challenges future generations to build on this heritage. The member organization presents educational programs and makes awards to encourage community conservation and beautification projects. Most notably, the Garden Club of Virginia is recognized for its Historic Garden Week, which will take place April 17-24, 2021.

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What is it about TP during this crisis?

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ranted, this pandemic is unlike anything I’ve ever seen in my 60-plus years.

But, I am curious as to why there has been a seemingly panic-driven need to buy rolls and rolls of toilet paper?

(And let me note here that this is a subject I never thought I would be writing about in my career.)

Last week, I had to pick up a prescription at a local drug store. Even though, due to my age, I’m considered in the at-risk category for the coronavirus (COVID-19), I went inside to get the prescription and check to see if there -- by some miracle -- was any hand sanitizer.

No surprise -- the shelves designated for hand sanitizer were empty. That was OK, because we

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always have some at home.

As I headed toward the checkout, a clerk I had become familiar with due to my frequency in that particular drug store approached me. She leaned in -- but not too close -- and whispered, “We have some toilet paper in the back.” I thanked her and told her I didn’t need any. I’m sure someone else would need it.

It was a kind gesture to a customer, but I got tickled, because I felt like I was making a drug deal or taking part in some shady shenanigans (I like that word).

The Great Toilet Paper Crisis of 2020 is a first for this writer. I’ve experienced floods and blizzards, where everyone rushed to buy bread and milk -- and shovels if the predicted snow was going to be significant.

Now I’m curious as to who started this lack of

toilet paper in the United States possibility. What would prompt that idea?

Based on all the information provided about COVID-19, as well as the precautions, I don’t recall anything about a need for excessive rolls of toilet paper.

In all seriousness, though, heed the warnings and adhere to the precautions.

I had a good checkup two weeks ago, but I’m in the at-risk age range, so working from home and limiting any contact with others is the best course of action.

Our government leaders appear to be working together for the people of the United States. That’s a blessing.

While some store shelves may be vacant today, tomorrow’s another day -- and toilet paper is most likely on the way.

New challenges require a renewed tenacity

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist It’s hard to calculate just how much lives have changed, or will be altered in future weeks with the advent of the coronavirus throughout our country.

As news of the disease trickled out of China, I’m not sure most of us realized the seriousness of the threat or the danger it represented to our very

way of life.

It was almost surreal as the first case was announced within our borders followed by deaths that still appeared to some like isolated incidents of infection.

We watched as hundreds trapped on cruise ships were quarantined to their rooms, stuck at sea in a floating prison with the added feature of

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coronavirus-infected passengers surrounding them.

For some, it still isn’t real; while most of us have accepted facts provided by scientists and doctors, stopped shaking hands and practice social distancing and following the advice of professionals, others have chosen to view the outbreak as a media-driven campaign to influence votes.

The advice, like the virus, changes daily. With a state of emergency declared statewide and schools throughout the Commonwealth shuttered, the story certainly seems more severe with each passing day.

But, some on social media continue to spread misinformation and blame the pandemic on political enesee SOUTH, pg. 8

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Election officers needed; job isn’t an issue There is a law on the books that specifically works for you.

Thank you for your March 11 article concerning the recent Primary Election.

I was heartened to read that Teri Smithson, our General Registrar, and Assistant Registrar Sheila Frattini mentioned that we need voters to serve as election officers. These are the people you can see working at the desk and near the various machines to help our voters.

The success of the Hanover election process is founded on the good people of Hanover County who have received training and who work on the elections as Officers of the Election.

It is an important public service that every registered voter can perform.

I hear that people say “I would like to help with the elections but I have to work”. There is a specific law on the books that really works with you in mind. The Code of Virginia Section 24.2-118.1: Prohibition discrimination in employment; penalty.

The law states: “Any person who serves as an officer of the election as defined in 24.2-101 shall neither be discharged from employment, nor have any adverse personnel action taken against him , nor shall he be required to use sick leave or vacation time, as a result of his absence from employment due to such service. No person who serves for four or more hours including travel time, on his day of service shall be required to start any work shift that begins on or after 5:00 p.m. on the day of his service or begins before 3:00 a.m. on the day following the day of his service. Any employer violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor.” see LETTERS, pg. 8

Northam lists more steps to deal with COVID-19 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND — On Thursday, March 19, Governor Ralph Northam announced further actions to protect public health and support Virginians impacted by the spread of novel coronavirus, or COVID-19.

Increased Access to Health Care Working with the Department of Medicaid Assistance Services, Northam is increasing access to health care for Virginia’s 1.5 million Medicaid members and thousands of lowincome residents. These actions include: Eliminating all co-payments for services covered by Medicaid and Family Access to Medical Insurance Security (FAMIS), including COVID-19-related treatment as well as other medical care.

Ensuring current Medicaid members do not inadvertently lose coverage due to lapses in paperwork or a change in circumstances.

Permitting Medicaid members to obtain a 90-day supply of many routine prescriptions, an increase from the 30-day supply under previous rules.

Waiving pre-approval requirements for many critical medical services, and enacting automatic extensions for approvals that are

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opposed the action.

“This is going to be a big impact on our community and not in a good way,” Philp said after listing a number of concerns, including noise, traffic, safety, preservation of wetlands and historic neighborhoods.

Philp urged board members to reject the application to amend the proffers and leave in place the list of proffers from 1995.

Fox Head resident Jeff Hetzer also said the proposed site is not compatible with the proposed project. “It’s just not a suitable piece of property for the magnitude of the project that Wegman’s wants to put there,” he said. “It’s also not

already in place.

Expanding access to telehealth services, including allowing Medicaid reimbursement for providers who use telehealth with patients in the home.

Guidance for Child Care Providers Northam has directed the Department of Social Services to modify Virginia’s Child Care Subsidy program, which is currently caring for 25,000 children, to increase support and flexibility for enrolled families and providers.

These modifications include: Expanding eligibility for school-aged children currently designated for part-day care to full-day care.

Increasing the number of paid absences from 36 to 76 days for both level 1 and level 2 providers.

Automatically extending eligibility for families due for eligibility redetermination in the near future by 2 months and temporarily suspending the requirement for face-to-face interviews.

As announced on Wednesday, March 18, the Northam administration has released guidance for child care providers to slow the spread of COVID-19, while ensuring continued support for essential personnel.

These guidelines include:

compatible with the existing land use in the adjacent areas.”

As a possible decision looms, signs expressing a “No Wegman’s” message have appeared throughout the county, especially in those neighborhoods most affected by the proposed project.

According to reports, some residents are reporting thefts of those signs. Fox Head officials voted to permit the signs on residents’ property, but said they will not be allowed on community property. Signs also are forbidden on all Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) maintained property or rightof-ways.

A group of Wegman’s officials recently travelled to Hanover and met with neigh-

borhood representatives in discussions, talks that one poster on social media described as “less than productive”.

Board members Angela Kelly-Wiecek and Faye Prichard scheduled a visit to the Rochester, New York, center last weekend, but postponed when states of emergency were declared in several counties, including Hanover followed by a statewide declaration by Governor Northam.

In other news regarding the pandemic, Hanover County Public Schools will remain closed through Spring Break.

Students with internet access should continue online learning while additional packets will be available for those who request it or do not have broadband access.

Childcare providers should limit capacity to 10 total individuals per room and prioritize care for children of essential personnel.

Children should eat meals in their own classrooms and increase distance as much as possible, such as allowing only one classroom at a time to go outside and staggering exits and entrances to reduce contact.

Staff and children should focus on basic health precautions, including regular hand washing and cleaning frequently touched objects.

which were due March 20 for 30 days. When granted, businesses will be able to file no later than April 20 with a waiver of any penalties.

The Governor has requested that the Department of Taxation to extend the due date of payment of Virginia individuals and corporate income taxes.

While filing deadlines remain the same, the due date for individual and corporate income tax will now be June 1. Note that interest will still accrue, so taxpayers who are able to pay by the original deadlines should do so.

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Following a request submitted by Governor Northam on March 18, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on March 19 approved an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration for Virginia. Small businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout the Commonwealth affected by the COVID-19 public health crisis can now apply for low-interest federal disaster loans of up to $2 million from the SBA to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other expenses.

To submit a loan application through the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, please visit disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/.

Businesses impacted by COVID-19 also can request to defer the payment of state sales tax,

Local, regional, and state public safety agencies are working in close coordination to ensure the safety of employees and residents in correctional facilities.

The following information is issued jointly by the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), the Virginia Sheriffs Association (VSA), the Virginia Association of Commonwealth's Attorneys (VACA), the Virginia Indigent Defense Commission (IDC), and the Virginia Association of Regional Jails (VARJ).

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) has suspended all in-person visitation to state correctional facilities and is com-

Superintendent Michael Gill said demand for those paper packets have been higher than anticipated, and there may be shortages at some locations.

“Hanover County Public Schools will be closed through April 12. This includes all extracurricular events and use of our buildings by any group.

We will continue to reassess our decision to determine if any further closures are necessary beyond this time,” Gill said in a letter to parents and students.

The superintendent acknowledged the difficulty of extended closing and the hardships it presents for most families.

“We understand that this is a significant disruption to your daily lives as we all work to

adjust to our new normal. We do not make these decisions lightly, but we believe this is the best decision to help further protect our community.”

Lesson plans for the additional two weeks’ closure are being prepared from teachers and administrators who are working remotely and are available via email for student inquiries.

While the online work allows students to maintain course studies, Gill emphasized it’s not the same as inclass instruction.

“As a reminder, the learning activities created by our teachers and specialists are designed to reinforce skills and engage students in learning. They are not a substitute for classroom instruction. As a result, we do

see NORTHAM, pg. 9

not expect students to master this material on their own, and these activities will not be graded,” the superintendent said.

He also noted the fluidity of the situation and the many questions that remain unanswered regarding SOL (Standards of Learning) testing, graduation and makeup days.

“The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is working to address all of these issues and more. The VDOE recently expressed its desire to provide greater flexibility in these areas. When we receive official guidance, we will share it with you,” Gill said.

Free curbside food service will continue through the closure “while supplies last.”

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mies of the president or the press.

It’s disturbing when any fake news is presented as factual but spreading disinformation that could affect the lives of citizens seems especially evil and misguided to me.

I, like many of my fellow citizens, got my initial first contact with the reality of the outbreak when I entered the grocery store a few days ago.

Most aisles were void of mer-

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chandise and meat or frozen foods had been sold out for most of the day. I discovered that every item on my list was unavailable down to the baking potato I had envisioned for dinner.

With renewed determination and tenacity, I began my mission for groceries much earlier the next day.

While many items had been replenished, there were noticeable shortages of hand santitizer, bottled water, and, yes, toilet paper.

I suppose 14 days of quar-

antine requires planning for the can’t be overlooked details.

Standing in line to check out, the conversations were all virus-related, and we patiently chatted as countless bottles of sanitizer and boxes of wipes beeped through the checkout.

As one man completed his checkout, he noticed the customer directly behind him had two containers of sanitizing wipes.

“Where did you find those?” he anxiously asked.

“There are a few left on aisle 8,” the next person in line replied.

He abandoned his bag of groceries and sprinted away to grab the sought-after supplies as if he was racing in a supermarket dash competition. Seconds later, he returned with one container of wipes.

Long story short, Im not as prepared as my fellow shoppers for the impending isolation. That doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate the reality we face as a nation.

I can assure the situation

is real in my world. With a son with Muscular Dystrophy and being in the high-risk age group myself, we’re not taking any chances. For obvious reasons, we cannot bring the virus to our home.

So, my girls are pretty much grounded for the next two weeks, only allowed short visits with friends or trips to the store. Needless to say, they are not happy with their parents’ decision to stay confined and shelter Jack from possible infection.

And I’ll be limiting my

contact with groups, taking the Governor’s advice to work from home when possible.

The only encouraging remark I can offer is one provided by one of those shoppers in that long line at my local grocery store.

“We’ll get through this and, by summer, we won’t even remember it.”

Over-optimistic observations? Perhaps, but I hope she is right. I’m just hoping the light at the end of the tunnel isn’t a train.

Stay safe.

If you want to help with elections, state law has got you covered. You can show your

supervisor the law if they are not familiar with it.

As an officer of election, you will be trained by the General Registrar’s professional staff in the various duties for our elections.

The officers of election also earn a modest salary for their public service.

If you are interested in serving the approximately 80,000 of your best friends and neighbors as an officer of the election, you can proceed in one of two ways.

You can either visit the Hanover County website at www.hanovercounty.gov to apply, or you can call 804-3656080. It is a simple as that to get started.

We follow the election laws and perform our duties with a helpful smile and maintain the election’s integrity.

Now is possibly the very best time to sign up for the appropriate training before the November Presidential Election. I can promise that you won’t be thrown to the lions; everyone is trained and brought along in the system with consideration for their level of experience. This public is “doable” for any registered voter.

The officers are good people, who are directly serving their neighbors, keeping our elections legal, safe and accurate. This is public service in

the best way.

I hope you will take the time to visit the website or call the office and start the process.

You can easily get the training for a meaningful, limited time commitment, public service responsibility.

Thank you all, we will see you at the polls.

My best.

Lou Szari Mechanicsville

of businesses before the needs of the citizens in order to encourage economic growth.

Transparency and sense of community have been lost.

The most recent example is the Wegmans’ project.

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors made a choice to announce the project after the election was held in November, knowing the negative impacts on the community.

Over the years, Hanover has used economic development to justify the black hole of information being shared with the public.

There are legal exemptions that allow for closed session negotiations to take place over a long period of time and are designed to keep the public in the dark until the deal is almost done to protect the economic benefit of the businesses.

They don’t even have to identify what they are talking about in the closed session meetings.

While these back door meetings are legal, they are completely voluntary.

These meetings are not required to be closed. Our county has chosen to operate this way.

They have chosen to prioritize businesses over citizens.

This is the culture that should change.

Citizens have choices as well.

We do not have to accept the voluntarily closed door meetings that put economic growth ahead of the citizens’ rights.

We have the power of voices and voting and ultimately the choice of where we live.

The people are the thread that weaves this community together. Without them, it would be a tangled web of string without any use.

I was encouraged at a recent community meeting, to hear supervisors Faye Prichard and Angela Kelly-Wiecek state that Hanover is in need of a culture change. They think citizens should be the top priority with economic growth second.

I have heard supervisor Sean Davis state that transparency is a number one priority in Hanover and I’ve heard our supervisors chairman Aubrey Stanley state that he has been in politics for over 33 years and you don’t get here or stay here by being less than transparent.

Yet, actions speak louder than words and the county’s actions do not translate to transparency.

I believe most Hanover County residents agree that the need for change is overdue.

The board of supervisors is

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Historic nature needs saved despite growth Like so many other of my fellow Hanover County neighbors, I moved to Hanover for the community, the reputation of the schools, and the beauty of the landscape.

I didn’t expect to fall in love with the historical nature of the area but I have and it’s fascinating. These are the things that we all should be working to preserve in Hanover.

In the last eight years, the population of Hanover has seen significant growth.

The county has been faced with hard decisions. How do they pay for infrastructure to keep up with the population growth?

Ultimately, the county has chosen to become businesscentric by putting the needs

see LETTERS, pg. 13

Cooperative Extension, 4-H offer resources during pandemic

By Max Esterhuizen for The Mechanicsville Local As the impact of the coronavirus spreads across the commonwealth, Virginia Cooperative Extension and Virginia 4-H are working to support families as a community partner by providing resources that will help families, individuals, and business mitigate the many challenges that will arise in the coming weeks.

The resources found on the VCE COVID-19 page will be updated consistently.

“It’s times like these that we need to step up and be there for each other,” said Ed Jones, director of Extension.

“We are in unprecedented times and we want people to know that as community members, VCE and Virginia

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plying with guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control related to COVID-19.

VADOC has also suspended all transfers from local and regional jails for the next 30 days to limit potential exposure to the virus.

Northam is encouraging local criminal justice officials, including Commonwealth’s attorneys, defense attorneys, sheriffs, and other jail officials, to explore proactive measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 while ensuring public safety.

These recommendations include: Allowing sentence modifications that can reduce populations within the jails, as outlined in Va. Code § 19.2303.

Diverting offenders from being admitted into jail

4-H are here for you.”

One such way that VCE and Virginia 4-H are helping the community is through access to educational materials for all grades.

National 4-H Council offers two activity kits: a guide with a 30-lesson Healthy Living Activity Guide and a 4-H Inspire Kids to Do Activity Guide that keeps children stimulated and happy during school closures.

Photo courtesy of Virginia Cooperative Extension 4-H also offers STEM Lab Virginia Cooperative Extension Specialist Renee Boyer resources that instill curios- demonstrates the proper hand-washing techniques to prevent spread of the coronavirus. ity and critical thinking using To further inhibit the resources commonly found at now. Our online resources cultivate an environment that spread of COVID-19, VCE home.

“Our goal is to achieve allows curiosity and imagi- offers a plethora of resources whole child development of nation to spark and ignite a for healthy living, includthe head, heart, hands, and life-long passion for learning. ing resources for the proper health,” Jeremy Johnson, the The 4-H at-home projects hand-washing technique, state 4-H leader, said. “We and exercises serve as a way proper cleaning and disinfec‘Inspire Kids to Do’ – and to develop valuable life-long tion, and what to do if feeling unwell. we can continue to do that skills at home.” prior to trial, including the use of summonses by law enforcement in lieu of arrest pursuant to Va. Code § 19.2-74, and use of local pretrial programs as available and with consideration to local capacity.

Considering ways to reduce low-risk offenders that are being held without bail in jails.

Utilizing alternative solutions to incarceration such as home electronic monitoring, pursuant to Va. Code § 53.1-131.2.

Motor Vehicle Inspections Northam has directed the Virginia Department of State Police to suspend the enforcement of Motor Vehicle Safety Inspections for 60 days.

For a comprehensive list of actions Governor Northam has announced to combat COVID19 in Virginia, visit virginia. gov/coronavirus.

Full hand-washing video: https://youtu.be/hD1097amHWY Proper nutrition is paramount to health and to durable immune systems.

The Virginia Family Nutrition Program offers a variety of materials for nutritional cooking at home, including cooking basics.

To keep up a strong immune system, eating an adequate amount of vegetables and fruits with meals is vital.

It also is important to be able to craft meals from easyto-access resources, and the Virginia Family Nutrition Program offers shelf-stable meal ideas to improve the pantry.

Another critical component for healthy living is exercise – something that can be

continued with an at-home routine.

Eat Smart, Move More Virginia, part of the Virginia Family Nutrition Program, has provided at-home exercise videos and exercises to try at home.

Regardless of which exercises are chosen, it is important to stay within physical limits and be both careful and cautious when exercising.

VCE also offers resources covering common grocery store questions and answers, retail packaging, best practices for food banks, and resources for U-pick farms.

“It is times such as this that members of the community step up, and we are proud that VCE has the capability to deploy resources to serve our community,” Jones said.

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MECHANICSVILLE -Melissa Haley, executive director of the Hanover Chamber of Commerce, has announced the rescheduling of events due to the coronavirus (COVID19).

“Please know that the health and safety of our members and guests are top of mind,” she said.

Events rescheduled include: Business After Hours on March 19 has been rescheduled for April 23.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals BROOKS, Mary Chandler, 91, of Sandston, went to be with the Lord Friday, March 20, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Jesse L. Brooks; and a grandson, Willie Brooks Bost.

Mary is survived by her daughter, Marsha Bost (Bill); son, Gary Brooks (Mary); four grandchildren, Michael Bost, Nicole Sandridge (Eric), Jesse and Eliza Brooks; three great-grandchildren, Flynn, Cora and Boyd BROOKS Sandridge; sister-inlaw, Barbara Chandler; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was a member of New Bridge Baptist Church, the Eastern Star and was a hairstylist for many years. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Masonic Home of Virginia, 500 Masonic Ln., Richmond, Va. 23223. bennettfuneralhomes.com

EATMAN, Ethel Erdeen, 91, of Mechanicsville, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020. Mrs. Eatman worked in Mechanicsville at her brother's grocery store, Narron Grocery, and Williams Bakery for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dickie Eatman; and her daughter, Louise Eatman Smith. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Miller (Buddy); a grandson, Craig Miller EATMAN (Samantha); two greatgrandchildren, Hayden and Landyn; as well as many nieces and nephews. Services will be private. bennettfuneralhomes.com EATON, Linda Hudgins, 74, of Mechanicsville, gained her angel wings and left

for her new home in Heaven on Friday, March 13, 2020. She was surrounded by her family and fought a courageous battle. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Isabelle Hudgins; her brother, Charlie Hudgins Jr.; and daughter-in-law, Misty Compton. She is survived by her devoted and wonderful husband of 30 years, Toney; three children, Jeff Compton (Susan), Jill Martz (Butch) and Jolie Crowder (Warren); her loving grandsons, Matthew Compton, Jeremy Martz, Jordan Martz and Joseph Crowder; her beautiful granddaughter, Jenevieve; precious greatgrandchildren, Zachary and Adalyn Compton; her sisters, Brenda Wills (Ray) and Lisa Zicafoose (Wayne); and several nieces and nephews.

Linda was EATON kind-hearted,

generous, hard-working and had a zest for life.

She enjoyed the family rivah house, boating, fishing and loved long weekends with family and friends. She enjoyed her motorcycle and rode her own with her husband, son and many friends she met along the way, especially Bucket and CB. A celebration of Linda's life will be announced at a later date by Affinity Funeral Service. Online guestbook is available at affinityfuneralservice.com.

HALL, Shirley Davenport "Sissy," 88, was welcomed into Heaven Tuesday, March 10, 2020. She was born on July 5, 1931. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Hall; brothers, Sonny, Lawrence, William, Bobby Davenport; her parents; and cherished aunt, Annie Luttrell.

Shirley is survived by HALL her sister, Bettie Bowen see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

Help us bring more faith-based care to Hanover County Since 1998, Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center has been committed to meeting the diverse health care needs of Hanover County. As the county and surrounding areas continue to grow, we are conscious of the need to increase the number of available beds to better serve our community.

And we need your help to do it.

As part of the CertiďŹ cate of Public Need (COPN) process, we are asking Hanover and surrounding area residents to voice your support of this expansion. With your help, we can continue to pursue our mission of bringing compassionate care to our community.

How you can help: 1. Write a letter of support addressed to: Leigh Sewell, President Memorial Regional Medical Center 8260 Atlee Road, Suite 1203 Mechanicsville, Virginia 23116 2. Email a letter of support to leigh_sewell@bshsi.org.

3. Sign the petition at www.change.org/BonSecours_MRMC *Please include the COPN number VA-8482 with all correspondence.

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(Stanley); her children, Sandra Provost (John), Gary Hall (Brenda), Brenda Bradley (Brad), Randy Hall (Darlene); her grandchildren, Jimmy Hall, Jamie Pocta, Brittany Brookes, Jonathan Bradley, Sarah Hall, Caroline Provost, Jennifer Bradley; her great-grandchildren, Annabelle, Branch, Baylor, Blake, Bradley; and her many beloved nieces and nephews.

Shirley was raised in the Northern Neck of Virginia. She graduated from Farnham High School in 1949, where she was captain of her softball team. She graduated from Johnston Willis Nursing Program in 1952. Shirley served as a Registered Nurse for 45 years at Retreat Doctors' Hospital and then as a volunteer for 15 years following her retirement. She was a member of Ginter Park Baptist Church for over 50 years. Shirley enjoyed gardening, music and spending time with her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an independent woman, known for her selflessness. She had been a fighter her whole life. Even in her last months of battling heart disease, she fought to stay at her home on Craney Island Road. A memorial service was held Monday, March 16, at Cool Springs Baptist Church, with interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family received friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Homes, Sunday, March 15. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, 4217 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060.

LEAGUE, Charles F. "Charley," 71, of Mechanicsville, Va., went to be with the Lord Sunday, March 15, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Sherman League and Helen Reininger League; and sister, Helen Diane. Charley is survived by LEAGUE his wife of 36 years, Nellie; sons, Charles Travis and Tyler Sherman (Emily);

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daughter, Allison Victoria; grandson, Charlie; brother, Bill (Darlene); and nieces, Jaime Coulling and Megan Cash. Charley loved his brother, his family, Nelson County, coaching, the Detroit Tigers and horse racing, not necessarily in that order! He taught and coached in Nelson, Culpeper and Hanover County school systems. Because we care for friends and family so deeply, we have decided to postpone a celebration of Charley until this summer. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hanover Education Foundation (P.O. Box 1297, Ashland, Va. 23005) for the Charley League student scholarship.

TIMBERLAKE, John Miller "Johnny," was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, where he was a friend to many, departed this life March 19, 2020. A proud graduate of Benedictine High School, where his youngest son, James, would graduate 56 years later.

Johnny was a man of many firsts. He was best known for owning Timberlake Brothers and later Capital Service Garage, a landmark on Broad Street.

He was the first to use two-way radios in wreckers, the first to purchase a rollback, the first to own a mobile car crusher on the east coast, the first contract to provide TIMBERLAKE towing for the Virginia State Police and he was state inspection station #1. He had the largest wrecker, called Uncle Sam, that was a familiar sight around Richmond. Johnny later diversified, owning two

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INDEVCO North America commits to $15 million investment Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com DOSWELL – The Hanover County Board of Supervisors announced after a recent meeting that it has approved the extension of the county water line to INDEVCO North America headquarters and the Specialty Coating & Laminating, LLC manufacturing facility at 10351 Verdon Rd. in Doswell.

“I am pleased to announce the expansion of Specialty Coating & Laminating, LLC, a member company of INDEVCO North America, Inc. We take great pride in supporting our existing industries and this waterline extension, approved by the board of supervisors, will help facilitate $15M in new capital investment and 40 new jobs over four years. I want to personally thank SC&L for their longterm commitment to Hanover County,” Aubrey M. “Bucky” Stanley, chairman of the Board of Supervisors and repre-

sentative for the Beaverdam District, said.

INDEVCO North America is investing nearly $3 million in building construction and renovation and over $12 million in machinery and tools.

The company will contribute $50,000 towards the water line, while Hanover County Public Utilities will take the lead on constructing the water line east of U.S. 1 on Route 684.

INDEVCO North America will additionally invest in tying into the water line and installing piping throughout the manufacturing facility.

Pierre Khattar, CEO of INDEVCO North America, said, “The Doswell complex has never had access to potable water, which is critical for our facility. Replacing our lined pond and water retention tanks with a proper water

line will allow us to expand our footprint with additional buildings to manufacture sustainable packaging and energy-efficient building envelope systems, while creating new jobs for the local community.”

“It’s been a pleasure to partner with INDEVCO North America and Specialty Coating & Laminating in regard to the installation of the water line to their complex in Doswell,” Brandon Turner, Deputy Director of Hanover County Economic Development, said.

“Good, reliable infrastructure is critical for commercial and industrial development, and this new water line will allow an existing manufacturer to make significant investment in our community in both real estate and jobs.”

The water line extension project is expected to begin by July 2020.

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The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has approved the extension of the county water line to to INDEVCO North America headquarters in Doswell.

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Federal and state officials launch Virginia Coronavirus Fraud Task Force Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ROANKOE – In response to the increased threat of fraud presented by the coronavirus, federal and Virginia state law enforcement leaders announced Friday the formation of the Virginia Coronavirus Fraud Task Force.

The Virginia Coronavirus Fraud Task Force is a joint federal and state partnership that will be led by Assistant United States Attorneys

from both the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia, in partnership with experienced fraud investigators from the FBI and the Virginia State Police. The mission of the task force is to identify, investigate, and prosecute fraud related to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic in Virginia.

“Exploiting a global pandemic for financial gain is not only morally reprehensible, it is likely criminal,” said Thomas T. Cullen, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Virginia. “Federal

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uled, date to be shared.

A Salute to Our Heroes on March 26 has been rescheduled for May 19.

Some scheduled meetings will now take place by conference call, information will be sent as needed.

If tickets were already reserved or paid

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prosecutors in Virginia are working closely with the FBI and the Virginia State Police to identify individuals who are engaging in coronavirus fraud, in its various forms, and preying on vulnerable populations. We are focused on the fraud, not the amount of the loss, and will utilize all available tools and statutes to put bad actors in federal prison.”

“Fraudsters are already attempting to use the coronavirus pandemic to scam vulnerable vicfor, the Chamber will refund payments or hold those registrations based on postponement or the request of each purchaser.

“The Chamber will continue to evaluate the benefits and concerns of each event, program or meeting as they occur,” Haley said.

“We will send, post or email updates within three to seven days of each event as needed,” she said.

“Governor Northam has declared a State of

tims,” said G. Zachary Terwilliger, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. “The COVID-19 pandemic is a public health emergency here in Virginia and around the world.

Under Attorney General Barr’s leadership, this partnership with U.S. Attorney Cullen and our federal and state law enforcement agencies will ensure we are doing everything we can to protect Virginians around the Commonwealth from see FRAUD, pg. 17

Emergency related to the COVID-19 virus and the Virginia Department of Health is recommending the limitation of group gatherings.

By making adjustments in the next weeks, we will all help to slow the spread of this virus and keep our community more healthy in general,” she added.

“Thank you for your patience and understanding. Wishing you all good health . . . and clean hands!” Haley concluded.

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being presented with a timely opportunity to gain the trust back of their constituents over the next four years and before the next election period.

The county administrator position is the chief executive of the county government.

This position is arguably the most influential position on the culture of Hanover County.

The current administrator, Rhu Harris, is slated to retire on May 15 and the replacement will be appointed by the board of supervisors. I understand interviews are currently underway.

I ask that the board of supervisors put citizens first.

Appoint at least two county citizens to be a part of the interview committee for the county administrator position.

And allow a citizen from each district to review the applications and resumes.

The citizens are engaged and watching your actions.

You have the ability to act on the words you have spoken.

This is your opportunity to truly move toward transparency!

Will Hanover take this opportunity to turn over a new leaf or will it be business as usual?

Shanda Miller Mechanicsville

Growth isn’t issue as much as challenges I can appreciate your recent editorial stating you don’t understand the concerns expressed by the Atlee and Brown Grove communities regarding the proposed Wegmans’ Distribution Center (DC).

You noted that there is development happening near your neighborhood and the

county is growing. That is a fair statement.

Many residents who oppose the proposed Wegmans’ distribution center also understand Hanover County is growing.

We support effective growth when it is properly located in an area that is in harmony with the surrounding land uses.

The opposition to the Wegmans’ distribution center are from people of all walks of life and with diverse political perspectives – conservative, independent and liberal.

We all understand smart development is necessary to support vital community services and to create good paying jobs.

In my conversations with neighbors throughout the area affected, I have rarely come across anyone who is opposed to community growth. Many understand we reside on the edge of Hanover County's designated growth area.

Hanover County has wisely concentrated growth into certain areas of the county with a long-established policy that is a model within the Commonwealth.

Indeed, Hanover County is pointed to in statewide community planning training classes as an example of how to effectively manage suburban growth.

However, the proposed Wegmans’ distribution center is different from our typical local development project.

Hanover County has not had a project of this significance and magnitude in some time.

There are unique challenges associated with this proposed project.

Those challenges include – a location directly beside some of the largest residential neighborhoods in the county; the fact the facility will operate a 24 hours, 7 days a week; a site plan with very thin vegetated buffers for screening and noise abatement; highly legitimate

issues related to the creation of nuisance noise from the facility operation; the potential for creating off-sight nuisance light pollution; increased traffic safety issues for both motorists and cyclists who use adjacent roads, including the long designated U.S. 76 Bicycle Trail; and many more issues.

There are many technical matters that make the property difficult to develop. Several historical features are located on this site such as a structure believed to have been associated with the Merry Oaks Tavern.

The former Brown Grove School, active during a portion of segregation, is located directly across from the Brown Grove Baptist Church.

There are long rumors and written communications over the last 25 years that there are graves on the property. Yet archaeological surveys conducted to date have excluded both the school and any search for potential graves.

There are extensive wetlands found throughout the property.

In order for this site to be developed, a large amount of these features will have to be filled and mitigated for offsite at a location that does little to improve the water quality of the downstream Totopotomoy Creek, portions which have long failed to meet water standards established by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.

With respect, it is very clear you do not understand the unique complexities of this proposed development at this particular location. Now that you are aware of just some of these concerns, our community (much larger than the Fox Head subdivision, by the way) hopes you and other regional media members will take a closer look at this matter.

We invite you to become educated on the topic so you can move beyond the state-

ment of “I don’t understand” to one of first-hand knowledge of the many and substantial complex issues that extends far beyond a simple "Not In My Back Yard" concern.

Chris French Mechanicsville

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by NAACP is subjective I have never read such a hate-spewed letter in your paper as that by Don Ducote.

It is so disturbing and toxic and I cannot help but question what keeps Mr. Ducote living in beautiful Hanover County.

If I lived in a place I disdained that much, I would move -- oh, wait, I did!! From Newport News, which has become a reflection of Mr. Ducote.

However, he hates our country, our president, Republicans, local schools, and somehow fits in the kindness of Jesus.

The cost of changing the name of Lee-Davis High School is estimated at $1 million -- that’s a lot of school supplies, Mr. Ducote.

I am looking forward to the new school being built with a benign and charming name that pleases everyone like Pleasant View High School but to assert, as Dr .Marlene Fuller does that students “have been emotionally wounded from their educational experience in Hanover County,” is absurd.

Those siding with the NAACP suit that makes this ludicrous claim will have to prove that in court and it is highly subjective.

I was emotionally wounded in high school because I was ousted from a club -- other children emotionally wounded for being bullied, harassed, abused, etc., but you cannot blame a school name for feelings. It’s all about performance and if kids are performing poorly you cannot blame the

name.

My neighbor is a retired USA Green Beret, his son Henrico County Police Command Officer, his daughter is a teacher, and all are black Americans who went to Lee-Davis, as do their children who are stellar students.

I had the privilege of sitting next to a black mother and grandmother at ball games this past fall -- their girls were

in the color guard (should we change that name?), and I asked boldly the question how they were affected by the LeeDavis name.

Their responses were that they were so happy to be in Hanover County Public Schools instead of where they were previously that the name was way down on their list of wants for their kids. see LETTERS, pg. 16

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

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

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

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

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Mental health group disbands, nonprofits receive $360,000 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER -- Seven nonprofit organizations based in Hanover County or whose mission serves county residents, along with a new endowed scholarship, are beneficiaries of more than $360,000 distributed by the Hanover Mental Health Association (HMHA).

The board of HMHA decided last fall “to dissolve and use its assets to help fund several nonprofit organiza-

tions with identifiable needs, similar missions, and a history of serving Hanover residents,” said Angela Ward, HMHA president.

Representatives of the organizations were special guests at a celebration event held on Jan. 30 at Hanover Tavern.

Current and past HMHA board members and others with connections to the association celebrated more than 40 years of providing direct services to county residents with mental illness, educating

Photo submitted by Linda Evans

The Hanover Mental Health Association distributed more than $362,000 to seven organizations represented at a celebration event on Jan. 30 at Hanover Tavern. Shown are, from left, front row, Cory Richardson Lauve of Virginia Home for Boys and Girls; Lynne Hughes of Comfort Zone Camp; and Susan Lindsay of the Cameron Gallagher Foundation; and, back row, Bruce Cruser of Mental Health America-Virginia; Amy Gregory of Hanover Community Support Services; Katherine Cook of the Cameron Gallagher Foundation; Sheree Hedrick of Hanover Safe Place; Jessica Bell of Hanover Safe Place; and Allison Boyd of Wings of Hope Ranch.

Photo submitted by Linda Evans

Madge Carter, a charter and current member of the Hanover Mental Health Association board enjoys the festivities, accompanied by her son, Sam Redd Carter.

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the public about mental illness, reducing the stigma associated with the diseases, and advocating for better public policy concerning mental health.

Grants to the organizations range from $15,000 to $70,000, said Ward. Those receiving funds were: z Mental Health America of Virginia – the state-level representative of Mental Health America and the “parent” organization of HMHA

z Hanover Community Support Services – provides financial support to citizens with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges and substance abuse disorder z Hanover Safe Place – provides services to persons who have experienced domestic or sexual violence; the grant will help expand needed mental health services to clients z Wings of Hope Ranch – rescues neglected horses and

rehabilitates them to serve children going through conflicts and challenges, such as anxiety, abuse, developmental challenges and behavioral issues z Camp Comfort Zone – a bereavement organization that transforms the lives of children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or primary caregiver z Cameron Gallagher Foundation – cultivates aware-

ness and understanding of teenage depression and anxiety through a program called “Mental Health 101” for high school students z Mental Health First Aid – through a grant to Virginia Home for Boys and Girls, the program will continue and expand training to promote mental health and provide tips on what to do if see MENTAL, pg. 27

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Ashland voters may cast absentee ballot for election

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ASHLAND – The Town of Ashland has been granted permission to allow any registered voter to vote by absentee ballot in the May 5 Election. Three Ashland Town Council seats are open, with six candidates on the ballot.

Assistant Town Manager Matt Reynal said the decision came down from the Virginia Department of Elections, and is REYNAL being administered

by Hanover County General Registrar/ Director of Elections Teresa F. “Teri” Smithson.

“The DoE (Department of Elections) is allowing any registered voter to vote by absentee ballot in this election to minimize the risk of exposure [to the coronavirus, known as COVID-19] for all participants,” Reynal said.

For more information on absentee voting, go to the Hanover voter registrar’s website at: https://www.hanovercounty. gov/365/Voting.

Reynal may be contacted at 804-7989219 or mreynal@ashlandva.gov.

As for her office, Smithson said, “The Office of Voter Registration and Elections is committed to helping all eligible registered voters maintain the ability to cast a ballot in the upcoming May 5, 2020, Town SMITHSON of Ashland General Election. For your safety and to minimize risk of exposure to COVID‐19, you are encouraged to request and vote an absentee ballot by mail.”

To request an absentee ballot be sent to

you by mail: 1) APPLY ONLINE: Using the Virginia Department of Elections secure Citizen Portal: www.vote.elections.virginia.gov. To complete the ballot request online, you will need your DMV ID (or driver’s license) and social security number. To begin, find your voter record by providing the information to log in. Then check the box “I want to apply for absentee voting.” Follow the prompts taking you to “Choose an Absentee Option” you will check the circle beside “I have a reason or condition that prevents me from going to the polls on Election Day.” You will then select from a list of reasons for requesting a ballot. In the case social separation due to COVID‐19, you will select, “My disability or illness.”

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Call 804‐365‐6080 or email hanovervoting@hanovercounty.gov to request an application to be mailed, emailed or faxed to you.

Once the paper application is completed and signed, you can submit by way of: Mail: Hanover County Absentee Specialist P.O. Box 419 Hanover, VA 23069 Email: hanovervoting@hanovercounty. gov Fax: 804-365‐6078 As required by law, a ballot will be sent to you by mail within three days of receiving and approving your application.

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Book review raised interesting questions in theoretical physics

By Dr. George Spagna Special to The Mechanicsville Local Note: The Keeble Observatory at RandolphMacon College has ceased operations (including public viewing) due to the pandemic until further notice. Watch the web site (https://www. rmc.edu/keeble) for updates. Or, call the Keeble Information line at 804-752-3210.

It’s probably not fair to review a book review.

But I found a recent review in the March 17 New York Times raising interesting questions.

So let me share my thoughts on those questions and suggest that you find the book and read it yourself. I intend to.

The review was by Prof. Jim Al-Khalili from the University of Surrey, who also is a fellow of the Royal Society.

The book in question is “The Dream Universe – How Fundamental Physics Has Lost Its Way” (240 pages. $26.95 published

by Doubleday) written by astrophysicist David Lindley.

According to the reviewer, Lindley offers a history and critique of some of the more exotic speculations in theoretical physics.

String theory, parallel universes, hidden dimensions and such are frequent topics of popularized science. (One of my favorite critiques of string theory is Peter Woit’s “Not Even Wrong.”)

While they garner lots of attention, the reality pointed out by Lindley is that they make little or no connection to physical reality.

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Western science can be traced to pre-Socratic Greeks like Thales of Miletus.

But Lindley begins with Plato, who thought of ideals instead of reality (e.g. an idea called “tree” and its realization as the willow oak in my front yard). His student Aristotle claimed to flip that, saying that the idea came from the many examples of trees in the world.

Closer to our modern “scientific method” in which observation leads to hypothesis which leads to experiment which leads to revision, etc. That is, our theories need to make predictions which can be tested. But even Aristotle ignored observations which contradicted his idealized picture of the universe.

I frequently challenge my students to ponder why mathematics seems to describe the world, to the extent that all successful physical theory has a deep mathematical component.

Lindly apparently contends that much of modern physics has gone back to Plato, String theory (according to Woit) makes no testable predictions, claiming instead to be true because the math is beautiful.

The nature of a black hole event horizon

K9 Heroes Day/Pooch Pursuit postponed due to COVID-19 ASHLAND -- Hanover County Parks and Recreation continues to take the safety and health of the community as a top priority, taking actions to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

In following federal, state and local guidelines regarding gatherings to reduce the spread of the COVID-19, K9 Heroes Day featuring Pooch Pursuit, scheduled for Saturday, April 18, has been postponed until Saturday, Oct. 3.

“We look forward to celebrating our canine heroes with you in the fall. Stay upto-date with event plans with

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is not testable, but theorists argue over that anyway.

Al-Khalili states that Lindley’s claim is that much theoretical research is actually philosophy, not science. Physics used to be entirely empirical. Mechanics led to the invention of calculus, not the other way around. Lindly says we should return to that.

Lunar phases for April: First Quarter on the 1st, at 6:21 a.m.; Full Moon on the 7th, at 10:35 p.m.; Last Quarter on the 14th, at 6:56 p.m.; New Moon on the 22nd, at 10:26 p.m. And, since the month is longer than a full orbit of the Moon, we’ll see another First Quarter on the 30th at 4:36 p.m. All times are Metro Creative Graphics Eastern Daylight.

Venus is bright in the evening sky, not setting until around midnight.

Look west and it will be the brightest “star” you’ll see. Predawn twilight will reveal a parade of planets. Jupiter rises around 2:00 a.m., Mars and Saturn follow at 3:00 a.m. Look for them lined up to the south southwest before dawn. Pluto is in the same part of the sky, but much to faint to see without a large telescope. Mercury will rise just ahead of the Sun. Our mid-month overhead view of the

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They moved to be here, so Mr. Ducote can move to be there.

Patsy Lassiter Mechanicsville

Schools’ names could be less controversial Image submitted by Marcy G. Durrer

us online www.tinyurl.com/ K9Heroes2020,” said Marcy G. Durrer, program recreation director.

For more information, contact Hanover County Parks and Recreation at parksandrec@ hanovercounty.gov or 804-3657150.

First, let me thank you for your dedicated journalism for the benefit of the Hanover County community. It is very hard work, significant work, and the schedule is relentless.

Second, I wish to thank you for the moments of entertainment and laughter as I read Don Ducote’s spicy letter about

sky, about three hours after sunset, finds us staring at an apparently empty patch of the heavens! Not actually, of course, but the lack of bright stars near zenith might lead us to consider the possibility. It just happens that at this particular time you are looking out of the plane of our home Galaxy. Wait a few hours and you’ll see that the Milky Way was hugging the horizon.

Although no “famous” constellations are directly overhead, look for some a little lower.

Leo is to the southwest, about 60 degrees above the horizon.

The bright star Regulus is the “heart of the Lion” and Denebola marks the lion’s tail nearly 50 degrees to the left. Castor and Pollux in the constellation Gemini are about 45 degrees above the western horizon, while Jupiter is settling toward the horizon to the west northwest.

Ursa Major is high to the north, with the bowl of the Big Dipper inverted above the north star Polaris (which isn’t actually above the north pole, but it’s close).

Vega is rising low to the northeast. Arcturus in the constellation Bootes is about 48 degrees above the east southeast. Saturn is below and to the southeast, about 24 degrees above the horizon and rising.

If readers have questions about astronomy or science in general that you would like to see covered in one of these columns, please feel free to contact me at gspagna@rmc.edu.

the national debt, reds, blues, idiots, legal expenses, taxes, etc.

(March 18 issue) He may not have used the most diplomatic language, but he certainly addressed many of the issues of the day.

(For the record, I agree with many folks, that our county would be wise to rename Lee-Davis High School and Stonewall Jackson Middle School as soon as possible. Are we delaying because community pride is on the line? Because some people are more important than other people? Hanover County has much of which to be proud. Surely we can select some less controversial names to grace these taxpayer-funded academic institutions for the present and the future.)

Julie May Mechanicsville

Meal service expands sites, adds breakfast (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Chris R. Whitley, public information officer for Hanover County Public Schools.)

ASHLAND -- Hanover County Public Schools is expanding meal service to students during the extended school closure. This includes three additional sites, for a total of five. This also will now include a grab-and-go breakfast for the following day in addition to a grab-and-go lunch.

Expanded service began on see MEAL, pg. 21

Ginger Young to share research and history of family Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Contributed Report HANOVER -The Hanover County Historical Society will kick off the year, celebrating the Hanover 300th Anniversary of its founding with its first quarterly meet-

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auto salvage yards. He was a consummate entrepreneur that was always generating new ideas. He went on to open Dukes Auto Electric; two restaurants, Mario Pizza and Susie Q's (lovingly named

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falling victim to these scams.

For anyone victimized by a COVID-19 scammer looking to profit off of this pandemic, our office remains steadfastly committed to pursuing justice on your behalf.”

“The FBI is fully committed to address criminal activity during this unprecedented time - especially cybercrime,” said David W. Archery, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Richmond Division. “We encourage the American public to continue being vigilant, and take steps to protect themselves against those that may exploit the concerns surrounding COVID-19 as a means to steal your money. Consider these tips: Do not open attachments or click on links from senders you do not recognize; Verify the information being shared actually originates from a legitimate source; Do not share your logins, banking information or other personal information in response to an email; and only visit websites that you have manually

ing and program at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 29, at St. :Paul’s Episcopal Church at 8050 St. Paul’s Church Rd. in Hanover with Ginger Young, PhD. She will discuss “Jamestown Bride Leaves England and a Hanoverian Returns Home.”

Young has spent many

years researching her family genealogy and the history of each generation. As anyone who does family research will confirm, the search for a family's history can be fully absorbing.

Young’s story is not just dry history; her process of discov-

ery is an exciting, entertaining journey.

Her original research took her to the Library of Virginia where she finally made the link from the New World to the Old, unexpectedly meeting Audry Hoare, a Jamestown bride.

Young's story is the story of her very personal history and the process of discovering an amazing family that came before.

Ginger Young holds a Master's degree in Library Science and has worked in

for his wife); Timberlake Auto Parts; and two mobile concession trailers. John was a man who never met a stranger. He is remembered not only for his many business ventures but also for the many lives he touched. Many of his employees went on to establish their own successful businesses

from his mentorship. John proudly served his country in the Army from 1953 to 1955 and was always active in the community. He was a member of the Ruritan Club, a member of the Saints & Sinners, Towing and Recovery Association and his group of cronies "The Lunch Bunch."

He was a loving family man, jokester and generous friend.

His children joked that growing up they never knew what he would drive home; anything from a sports car to a wrecker. He was proud of all his children and passed on his strong work ethic to each of them. His constant compan-

ion in his last years was his four-legged "child," Kingston.

He is survived by his partner in love, life, business and adventure for 40 years, Susan Smith Timberlake. They were always happy spending time on the river surrounded by family and friends. She was his ultimate caregiver and

dance partner, who helped keep him ever youthful and maintain his sense of fun and joy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard Edward Timberlake Sr. and Maude Miller Timberlake; siblings, Ann Timberlake

typed their domains into your browser. If you believe you are a victim of an internet scam or want to report suspicious activity, visit the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov.”

“The Virginia State Police remains committed to ensuring the Commonwealth and its citizens safely navigate these uncertain times,” said Col. Gary T. Settle, Virginia State Police Superintendent. “This task force enables state police to more efficiently and effectively collaborate with our local, state and federal law enforcement partners to best protect Virginians from predatory and, potentially criminal, practices.”

The task force will review and investigate all credible leads of fraud associated with the coronavirus pandemic, regardless of the loss amount, focusing on schemes to exploit vulnerable populations, including the elderly, and concerned citizens. Federal prosecutors from the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia will meet and confer with their agency counterparts from the FBI and Virginia State Police

on a regular basis to prioritize cases and surge resources where needed.

In the Eastern District of Virginia, Assistant U.S. Attorney Kaitlin G. Cooke will serve as the COVID-19 Fraud Coordinator. Assistant United States Attorney Michael Baudinet will serve as the COVID-19 Fraud Coordinator for the Western District of Virginia.

Some examples of coronavirus and COVID-19 scams include: z Treatment scams: Scammers are offering to sell fake cures, vaccines, and advice on unproven treatments for COVID-19. z Supply scams: Scammers are creating fake shops, websites, social media accounts, and email addresses claiming to sell medical supplies currently in high demand, such as surgical masks. When consumers attempt to purchase supplies through these channels, fraudsters pocket the money and never provide the promised supplies. z Provider scams: Scammers are also contacting

people by phone and email, pretending to be doctors and hospitals that have treated a friend or relative for COVID19, and demanding payment for that treatment. z Charity scams: Scammers are soliciting donations for individuals, groups, and areas affected by COVID19. z Phishing scams: Scammers posing as national and global health authorities, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are sending phishing emails designed to trick recipients into downloading malware or providing personal identifying and financial information. z App scams: Scammers are also creating and manipulating mobile apps designed to track the spread of COVID19 to insert malware that will compromise users’ devices and personal information. z Investment scams: Scammers are offering online promotions on various platforms, including social media, claiming that the products

or services of publicly traded companies can prevent, detect, or cure COVID-19, and that the stock of these companies will dramatically increase in value as a result. These promotions are often styled as “research reports,” make predictions of a specific “target price,” and relate to microcap stocks, or low-priced stocks issued by the smallest of companies with limited publicly available information. z Price Gouging scams: Individuals and businesses may sell essential goods, like hand sanitizer, for significantly higher prices than in a non-emergency setting. It is legally considered price gouging when the price of one of these products increases more than 20 percent its price one week prior to an emergency declaration from the

Commonwealth of Virginia.

Timothy R. Slater, Assistant Director of the FBI’s Washington Field Office, and Martin Culbreath, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Norfolk Division, joined U.S. Attorneys Cullen and Terwilliger, Special Agent in Charge Archey, and Colonel Settle in making the announcement.

If you believe you have been victim of fraud, or need more information about COVID-19, please visit: https://www.justice. gov/usao-wdva/covid-19-fraud For more information from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia, please visit: https:// www.justice.gov/usao-edva To report fraud directly to the FBI, please visit their website at https://www.ic3.gov/ default.aspx

see YOUNG, pg. 21

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| News, Updates & Listings Sunday, March 29 The Hanover County Historical Society will hold its first quarterly meeting and program as a part of the Hanover 300th Anniversary celebration of its founding at 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 8050 St. Paul’s Church Rd. in Hanover.

Ginger Young, PhD, will present her “Jamestown Bride Leaves England and a Hanoverian Returns Home�. The meeting is open to the public; there is no admission fee. Light refreshments will be served afterwards. For more information, go to https://www.hanoverhistorical.org/index.html.

An Easter Celebration in Song will be hosted by the Sharon Baptist Church. The 12th Annual Easter Celebration of Song to benefit programs of The CornerStone Community Development Center will begin at 6 p.m. at the church. This will be an opportunity for local church choirs and musicians to gather and sing their Easter music to raise funds for a good cause. For more information or to register, call or text 804-238-8595 or email rfshank14@ gmail.com. All proceeds will benefit food and free health clinic programs of The CornerStone Community Development Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Monetary donations are tax-deductible.

Saturday, May 16 The Highland Springs High School Class of 1970 will hold its 50th Reunion at the Hill Building at Sandston Pool, located at 501 Beulah Rd. in Sandston. Music will be by DJ Dalton Beagle. Dinner, drinks and dessert will be provided by Champagne Taste Catering. Bring your own mixers and alcohol. Small coolers are welcome. The doors will open at 4 p.m.; cocktails at 5 p.m.; dinner at 6 p.m.; and cleanup will be at 10

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Benjamin and Howard Edward Timberlake Jr. He is survived by his children, Charlotte Ann Timberlake Torseth, Catherine Elane Timberlake, Christine Miller "Fairview" Timberlake, John Miller Timberlake Jr., Jeffrey Joseph Timberlake Sr. (Teresa Michelle Timberlake) and James Lorran Timberlake; his grandchildren, Janie Lee Hall (Matthew Neil Hall), Ashley

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Deadline is 3 p.m. Wednesday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Local. Accurate at the time of printing.

p.m. Cost is $45 per person until March 1, after which the cost is $50 per person. For invitations, contact Bill Brooks at 1970HSHS@gmail.com.

Ongoing Wednesdays and Thursdays (during March) The Mechanicsville AARP Tax-Aide site is open this year in the Mechanicsville Library.

Tax returns will be prepared from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through April 9. Free tax preparation and electronic filing are offered. Service is available on a walk-in first come/first served; no appointments will be made this year. Photo ID and Social Security cards are required to obtain service. For more information, call 804-537-0662 or email MechTaxAide@gmail.com.Families Anonymous Support Group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at the Episcopal Church of the Creator at 7159 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. The group is a self-help fellowship for the friends and family members of addicts who are in need of understanding and healing themselves. For details, call Sandy at 804-730-4812 or email sandy.leigh@verizon.net.

Ongoing Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families meet every Monday at 7 p.m. at the

Timberlake Herndon (Bryan Andrew Herndon), Charlene Allison Shreves (William Edgar Shreves III), Tiffany Nicole Timberlake, John Miller Timberlake III, Jeffery Joseph Timberlake Jr. (Brittney Timberlake), Trond Harold Torseth and Justin Jacob Timberlake; great-grandchildren, Catherine Elane Hall, Silas Oliver Herndon, Kaleb Brennick, Karson Brennick, William Shreves IV, Nathan Shreves, Isabella Shreves and Eleanor Shreves; and his sister-

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in-law, Sharon Lynn Smith.

Due to the Coronavirus, the family will only hold a private graveside service at this time.

A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider doing a good deed for someone else as John always did. The family wishes to express their gratitude to his outstanding and caring nurse, Ann Collins of Capital Caring Hospice. Online condolences may be registered at www.bennettfuneralhome.com.

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(:45) ›› “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” (2016, Action) Ben Affleck. Å (DVS)

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(4:58) ››› “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2010, Fantasy)

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NOVA ’ Å

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›› “London Has Fallen” (2016) Gerard Butler.

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››‡ “Justice League” (2017) Ben Affleck. Å (DVS)

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››‡ “The Expendables 2” (2012) Sylvester Stallone. ’

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›› “The Expendables 3” (2014, Action) Sylvester Stallone. ’ Å

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››‡ “Red 2” (2013) Bruce Willis, John Malkovich. ’ Å

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“Mommy’s Little Girl” (2016) Fiona Gubelmann.

56

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301

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“Mr. & Mrs. Smith” Å

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(:05) ››› “Kung Fu Panda” (2008) ’ Å

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ESPN Documentaries

“The Perfect Mother” (2018) Sunny Mabrey. Å

(:35) ››› “Rocky II” (1979, Drama) Sylvester Stallone. Å

My Brilliant Friend

›› “Shaft” (2019) Samuel L. Jackson. ‘R’ Å

(:20) ›‡ “The Whole Ten Yards”

5 PM

COMCAST

(:10) ››› “Kung Fu Panda 2” (2011) ’ Å

5:30

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6:30

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(NBCSWSH) To Be Announced

Strike Back “Episode 7”

7 PM

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(:15) ››› “Despicable Me 2” (2013) Voices of Steve Carell.

“A Mother Knows Worst” (2020) Katie Leclerc.

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To Be Announced

News

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College Basketball From April 5, 2010. ’

To Be Announced

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(:03) “My Mom’s Darkest Secrets” (2020) Å

Mother

(:40) ›› “Rocky IV” (1985) Sylvester Stallone.

›‡ “The Kitchen” (2019) ‘R’

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(7:50) ››‡ “I, Robot” (2004) ’

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(:15) ›‡ “The Kitchen” (2019) ‘R’ (:35) Strike Back Å

MARCH 29, 2020 11 PM 11:30 12 AM SportsCenter (N) Å

ESPN Original Documentaries

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(:25) ››› “The BFG”

(:10) ››› “Rocky III” (1982) Sylvester Stallone, Mr. T. Å

ESPN Original Documentaries

Chase to 700 Goals ’ Å

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God Friended Me (N) ’

CBS6 News (:35) Elementary Å

NCIS: Los Angeles (N)

NCIS: New Orleans (N)

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The Wall Matt and Nick

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Supergirl (N) ’ Å

Goldbergs

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›‡ “Fool’s Gold” (2008), Kate Hudson Å

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›› “Suicide Squad” (2016) Will Smith, Jared Leto. Å (DVS) ›› “The Break-Up” (2006) Vince Vaughn. ›› “Transporter 3” (2008, Action) Jason Statham. ’ Å

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››› “Wonder Woman” (2017, Action) Gal Gadot, Chris Pine. Å (DVS)

››› “Wonder Woman” (2017)

››› “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” (2017) Chris Pratt. Å (DVS)

›› “The Break-Up” (2006)

›› “White House Down” (2013) Channing Tatum, Jamie Foxx. ’ Å

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(:03) Bar Rescue Å

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Bar Rescue Gutterball!

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“Mommy’s Little Angel” (2018) Amanda Clayton.

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(2:44) ›››‡ “The Green Mile” (1999) Tom Hanks. Å

(:44) The Walking Dead Walk With Us

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(:20) ››‡ “Armageddon” (1998) Bruce Willis. ‘PG-13’ Å

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(3:40) ››‡ “The Dancer Upstairs” (2002) ‘R’

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Dylan

››› “Despicable Me 2” (2013) ’ Å

“A Mother Knows Worst” (2020) Katie Leclerc.

Plot Against America

(5:55) ››‡ “Heartbreakers” (2001) ‘PG-13’

March 25, 2020

Fam Jam

Roll With It

Coop

(:40) ›››‡ “Back to the Future” (1985, Comedy) Michael J. Fox. Å

“Back-Future II”

“Remember Me, Mommy?” (2020) Natalie Brown.

(:03) “A Mother Betrayed” (2015) Lynn Collins.

Remember

(7:47) The Walking Dead

The Walking Dead (N)

(:06) Talking Dead (N)

(:06) The Walking Dead

Reedus

Westworld (N) ’ Å

Westworld ’ Å

Last Week

›››‡ “Widows” (2018) Viola Davis. ‘R’ Å

(:35) Westworld Å

(:10) ›‡ “Robin Hood” (2018) Taron Egerton.

Super 2

MEAL Continued from pg. 16

Thursday, March 19.

Meals are available to all children 18 years of age or younger.

Meals will be served Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on a firstcome, first-served basis while supplies last.

Children must be present to receive meals.

WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monday through Friday, while supplies last.

WHERE: Original Sites

John M. Gandy Elementary School 201 Archie Cannon Drive Ashland, VA 23005

Mechanicsville Elementary School 7425 Mechanicsville Elementary Drive Mechanicsville, VA 23111 (Note: Lunch and breakfast service began on Thursday, March 19.)

Additional sites beginning March 19:

Battlefield Park Elementary School 5501 Mechanicsville Turnpike Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Beaverdam Elementary

MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

5:30

COMCAST (ESPN)

4

NFL Live Å

(NBCSWSH) (3:00) The Daily Line (N)

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School 15485 Beaverdam School Road Beaverdam, VA 23015

South Anna Elementary School 13122 Walton’s Tavern Road Montpelier, VA 23192 The meals provided will be the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.

For more information about this program, contact HCPS Food Services at 804365-4566.

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Continued from pg. 18

academic libraries at Yale, Virginia Tech, and Alabama, earning her PhD from the University of Alabama. She recently retired from the job that brought her to Hanover County to serve as director of the McGrawPage Library at Randolph-Macon College.

Young will take the audience along on her journey back through 11 generations of American family history.

The program is open to public.

There is no charge and light refreshments will be served afterwards.

For more information, go to https://www.hanoverhistorical.org/ index.html.

Mechanicsville Christian Center at 8061 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804366-9645 or email kjfaith1@ gmail.com.

7:30

SportsCenter (N) Å

SportsCenter (N) Å

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Redskins

FaceOff

Caps

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ABC News

Wheel

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8:30

8 News

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(6-CBS)

CBS6 News at 4:00p (N)

CBS6 News News

CBS6 News Hollywood

Neighbor

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Judge Judy Judge Judy FamFeud

FamFeud

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Big Bang

9-1-1 Pinned (N) ’

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NBC News

ET

Inside Ed.

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(WGN)

Hot Bench

Hot Bench

Blue Bloods ’

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CBS6 News CBS News News

All Souls Episcopal Church celebrates Holy Eucharist Rite II at 9:15 a.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. For more information, visit www.all-

9:30

10 PM

10:30

MARCH 30, 2020 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

To Be Announced

Dr. Phil ’ Å

Jeopardy!

9 PM

A Healing and Recovery SS Class meets at 9 a.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the NorthStar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church.

The Christian 12 Steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. For more information, call 804-746-5081 or contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com.

Sundays

Caps

(8-ABC)

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American Idol 310 (N) ’ Å

Overtime

The Good Doctor Å

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Bull Off the Rails (N) ’

CBS6 News Late Show-Colbert

(:01) Prodigal Son (N) ’

Fox News at Ten (N)

DailyMailTV Mod Fam

The Voice The artists perform dueling duets. (N)

(:01) Manifest Call Sign

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Bob Heart

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The People’s Court ’

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Roswell, New Mexico ’

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“Rogue One: Star Wars”

›››‡ “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015) Harrison Ford.

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(WTBS)

Burgers

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(2:00) Live PD ’ Å

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›››‡ “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2017) Mark Hamill. Å (DVS)

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(3:55) ››‡ “Fast Five” (2011) Vin Diesel. ’

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(:15) ›‡ “The Kitchen” (2019) ’ ‘R’ Å

Plot Against America

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7 PM

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Seinfeld ’

››‡ “Transporter 2” (2005) Jason Statham.

The First 48 Senior Year

››‡ “The Book of Eli” (2010) Denzel Washington. Å

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Street Outlaws: Full

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The Killing of JonBenet: Her Father Speaks Å

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Elizabeth Smart: Autobiography

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Elizabeth Smart: Autobiography

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Offseason

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(8:50) ›› “Skyscraper” (2018) Å

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(:35) “Down a Dark Hall” (2018) Å

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SportsCenter (N) Å

SportsCenter (N) Å

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Caps

DC Sports

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Dr. Phil ’ Å

8 News

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(6-CBS)

CBS6 News at 4:00p (N)

CBS6 News News

CBS6 News Hollywood

NCIS Blarney (N) ’

FBI Emotional Rescue

FBI: Most Wanted (N)

CBS6 News Late Show-Colbert

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(35-FOX) The Steve Wilkos Show

Judge Judy Judge Judy FamFeud

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Fox News at Ten (N)

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The Flash ’ Å

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›››‡ “Black Hawk Down” (2001) Josh Hartnett, Ewan McGregor. Å

›››‡ “Black Hawk Down” (2001) Josh Hartnett. Å

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SciGirls ’

Cyberchase News

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In Their Own Words ’

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(TNT)

(:13) ›››‡ “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2017) Mark Hamill, Adam Driver. Å (DVS)

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The First 48 ’ Å Two Men

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The People’s Court ’

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American Experience ’

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››‡ “Shooter” (2007) Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña. ’ Å

Ink Master (N) ’ Å

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Moonshiners ’ Å

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Big City

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Grey’s Anatomy Å

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›› “Road House” (1989) Patrick Swayze, Kelly Lynch. Å

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(3:00) “Yesterday” Å

›› “Shaft” (2019) Samuel L. Jackson. ‘R’ Å

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(3:00) “Night School” ’

(4:55) ››› “Somewhere” (2010)

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››› “The Blind Side” (2009) Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw. ’ Å

The 700 Club ’ Å

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›› “Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail” (2009)

(:03) ›› “Tyler Perry’s The Single Moms Club”

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››› “Taken” (2008, Action) Liam Neeson. Å

Speed Å

›› “X-Men: Dark Phoenix” (2019) ‘PG-13’ Å

(:35) ›‡ “Date Movie” (2006) ’

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“The Scheme” (2020) Premiere. ’ ‘NR’ Å

›› “The Stepford Wives” (2004) ’

(:05) Westworld Å

(:35) ››› “Biloxi Blues” (1988) ’ ‘PG-13’ Å

The Mechanicsville Local

Blinded

(:25) “The Rundown” ’

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WE NEED YOUR HELP With the pandemic-related cancellations and delays, we could use your story ideas.

Contact Dave Lawrence at dlawrence@mechlocal.com with your suggestions.

For more information go to www.mechlocal.com

| Youth, High School, College, Recreational & Professional

Welcome to an unexpectedly silent spring

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor In 1962, Rachel Carson fired what was arguably the first shot in the modern environmental movement with her book, “Silent Spring.” The book warned of a world in which nature falls silent because of our unwise use of pesticides.

From the first chapter of the book: “There was a strange stillness. The birds, for example – where had they gone? … It was a spring without voices.

On the mornings that had once throbbed with the dawn chorus of robins, catbirds, doves, jays, wrens, and scores of other bird voices there was now no sound; only silence lay over the fields and woods and marsh.”

We are now living our own version of a silent spring.

Spring is a season I look forward to, one in which the sounds of the crack of a bat, the thump of a ball in a catcher’s mitt, and the calls of umpires – inevitably greeted by the disapproving catcalls of a partisan crowd – renew my sense of connection with the human world around me.

Like the bubble in a theodolite’s level, those sounds ground and center my sense of community.

The sounds that renew a sense of life and community will differ for others. It may be the

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Fields like the Lee-Davis High School baseball diamond are normally full of the sounds of spring competition, but because of the need to slow the spread of COVID-19, they are silent because of cancellations and postponements triggered by the pandemic.

sound of a goalkeeper directing his defense. It may be the report of a starting pistol, the pop of a tennis ball hit by a racket, the whoosh of a golf ball sailing off a tee, the thumping of feet on the track, the clunk of a pole vaulter’s wand finding its home in the box, the thud of a shot or discus landing on the ground, or the roar of a car engine on a track.

No matter how disjointed some of us may feel by the silence of this spring, it may be something we all have to

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get used to. For athletes and sports fans alike, the emergence of SARS-CoV-2 – the virus that causes the disease known as COVID-19 – has greatly disrupted our lives.

The NCAA has cancelled its winter and spring sports championships. Those desirous of catching March Madness are restricted to watching reruns from past years on TV – and I have to say, while watching North Carolina State beat Houston on a last-second dunk in the 1983 championship game

was still pretty exciting, I would have preferred to see if the Randolph-Macon men’s basketball team would have advanced beyond the Division III Sweet 16 this year.

Without spring championships to look forward to, there is not much point for any NCAA spring seasons. Some conferences, such as the ACC, have officially called it quits.

Professional sports have taken a hit. Those leagues that play in the winter, such as the NBA, WNBA and NHL, are

in suspension. NASCAR’s season got started but is currently on hiatus. The spring races at Richmond Raceway are among a series that will be rescheduled – if possible.

Smaller tracks are affected. Virginia Motor Speedway in Saluda, Langley Speedway in Hampton and Southside Speedway in Chesterfield have postponed the start of their seasons.

Many summer sports, such as baseball, have delayed the start of their training camps.

I look forward to hearing the order for pitchers and catchers to report. But, so far this year, they are having to worry about their personal space, not the 60 feet, 6 inches that separates the pitcher’s mound from home plate.

The Virginia High School League itself was in limbo.

While it had postponed the opening of the spring season until March 30, many school systems – including Hanover County Public Schools – had decided to close through the end of their spring break, which for Hanover was April 12. There was no guarantee the closures would not be extended.

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam ended the uncertainty Monday. He ordered all schools in the state – public and private – closed through the end of the academic year.

For many people around the world, the sound of the bells of a church or temple, or a muezzin’s call to prayer, renews their sense of connection, of community. For many of us, it is the sound of some kind of sport.

For me, it’s the sounds of baseball and softball.

But all is silent now, and the silence can be crushing. I hope – for all of us who miss those noises – that the silence doesn’t have to last for long.

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

MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES EPISCOPAL

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All Souls Episcopal Church Worshiping at Messiah Lutheran 8154 Atlee Rd Sunday Worship 9:15 am Holy Eucharist 10:50 am Adult & Children’s Formation We are a welcoming, Inclusive faith community Nursery Provided 804-559-9302 Rev. Katherine G. Dougherty, Priest allsoulsepiscopal@gmail.com www.allsoulsva.org

Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11:00, Contemporary 9:30, Modern 11:15, Bible School at 9:30 & 11:00. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Seth Wortman, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Ryan Card, Associate Worship Minister; Davis Ellenberger, Youth Minister; Ashley Sears, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org

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

Immanuel Episcopal Church Worship @ 10AM on Sundays 3263 Old Church Road www.immanueloc.org 804-779-3454 The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered All Are Welcome 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 9:30 am Youth & Adult Sunday School 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Nursery provided @ 9:15 & 10:15 Please visit our website www.creatorchurch.net

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

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

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

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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, 11 am.

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SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday - Bible Study for all ages, 9:45am10:45am; Worship 11a.m.-12 noon (Nursery Prov.) Wed. Night Activities: Family Dinner 5:45 p.m., Youth 6:15 p.m. Children in Action Mission Time and Adult Bible Study 6:30 p.m., Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Pastor, Randy Rains, Youth Director, Travis Tyler www.blackcreek.org or call (804)781-0330

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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 (Historic Beulah Church) Mechanicsville, 23111 Sundays, 10:30AM & Wed. Dinner, Study, Prayer: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

For info, call 335-6728 "Love God, Learn the Bible, Care for People" Glenn Hawkins, Pastor Harvest Christian Fellowship (SBCV) 8080 AMF Dr. - www.hcfellowship.com Sun. School-9:00AM - Worship-10:15AM Wednesday - Youth Gathering - 6:45PM

SOUTHERN BAPTIST 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 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 8116 Walnut Grove Rd. Office: 746-7737 SUNDAYS: 8:30 am Worship 9:20 am HeBrews Café 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship WEDNESDAYS: 6:15 pm Youth, Adult Bible Study 7:30 pm Choir Find us on the web at shalombaptist.net

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 School - 10 am Worship - 9 am & 11 am Nursery provided Staff Youth Director www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road 746-5118 Pastor Bill James Join us in our Hospitality Room at 9:15 am for coffee and donuts Worship Service is at 10:00 am Nursery provided from birth to 3.

Kids Crew ages 4 thru 5th grade.

Wednesday night dinners 6 pm www.mechumc.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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School district again expects full accreditation For the ninth consecutive year, Hanover County Public Schools will again receive 100 percent full accreditation.

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TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, asking a bunch of questions may not unveil the answers you were hoping for. You may not be asking the right questions. Keep forging ahead.

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21 The ability to listen is an important skill, Gemini. This ability is especially valuable when others come to you for advice. Listen intently and do your best to help.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, even if things do not entirely make sense this week, you can glean certain bits of information here and there that can help you to paint the bigger picture.

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, certain battles cannot be won no matter how hard you try. Do not focus unnecessary energy on things that cannot be scaled. Direct your focus to more inportant projects.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, imitation is the highest form of flattery. Keep a keen eye on someone you admire at work, and then try to mirror this person in your actions.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22 A project you started may come to a screeching halt, Scorpio. This does not mean you should abandon it entirely. It just means you will have to take a brief hiatus and restart.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, certain responsibilities may seem like a drain on your time. But right now you are not seeing how even small tasks can add up to big results in the end.

Remain patient.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, people naturally want to be around you, but sometimes you need to take a step back and focus on yourself. Clear your schedule for some personal time this week.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20 Spring is a time of new beginnings, Capricorn. You may be presented with several new opportunities. Travel, a new job or even expanding your family may be in the cards.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, even if you do not have all the answers, you can take steps that address many of the changes that have occurred in your life lately.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20 Channel your creativity into projects that let you express yourself, Pisces. Artwork, writing and crafting are a few examples.

THIS WEEK’S ANSWERS

ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20 Things are not always what they seem, Aries. Keep this in mind when dealing or working with people you have never met. It may take some time to figure things out.

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you think someone is struggling with mental health issues z Tom Hale III Scholarship – to be managed by Hanover Community Support Services, this scholarship will assist individuals with lived experience of mental illness in their educational pursuits HMHA has served residents of Hanover County with mental illness since the mid-1970s, when a few local residents began organizing weekly social activities to bring together people who had been discharged from Central State Hospital and were fairly socially isolated.

“This group of individuals sharing their lived experience of mental illness became the stepping stones for Sunrise House, a psychosocial rehabilitation program

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Fran Sadler, past president of HMHA, enjoys the buffet at the association’s celebration event on Jan. 30.

based on the Fountain House Clubhouse model out of New York,” said Ward. The model focuses on the strengths and abilities of individuals, while developing and supporting relationships and learning how to manage mental illness.

By 1986, county volun-

teers and community leaders formed the Hanover Mental Health Association and began implementing psychosocial rehabilitation. HMHA became the local affiliate of Mental Health America of Virginia.

“Hanover residents donated funds through the United

Way and supported a major fundraiser called the Sunrise House Ball and its successor, the Friends of Hanover.

This generous local support allowed HMHA to financially support Sunrise House, located in Ashland.”

When state licensure, disability access regulations and billing requirements eventually exceeded the capacity of the small staff of Sunrise House, the program’s administrative functions and staff supervision transitioned to the Hanover Community Services Board. The program moved to a larger, handicapaccessible building and was renamed RAFT House.

HMHA rededicated its house as the Tom Hale III Educational Center at Sunrise House in 2009, providing a place for training and community education for mental health professionals, consumers of mental health ser-

Photo submitted by Linda Evans

Hanover Mental Health Association Janet Rosser, left, HMHA board member, talks with Kelly Hughes and Lynne Hughes, CEO of Comfort Zone Camp.

vices and their families.

“After much soul-searching, the board decided it was time to sell the house in Ashland and use the proceeds to provide one-time financial grants to individuals and organizations to assist with recovery efforts, as well as initiating and support-

ing Mental Health First Aid classes for Hanover residents and professionals,” said Ward.

“Now, our final step in the journey brings us to the end of an association but allows us to strengthen other community agencies to ensure that HMHA’s legacy will live on,” said Ward.

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