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Vol. 36, No. 48 | Richmond Suburban News | April 22, 2020

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Rules outlined for hearing on Wegmans’ plans

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local HANOVER -- The debate regarding a proposed Wegmans’ Distribution Center project continued at last week’s special meetKELLY-WIECEK ing of the Hanover County Board of Super-visors as the seven-per-

son panel struggled to comprise a list of rules for the public hearing scheduled for May 6.

While the meeting was initially scheduled to address a growing list of applications requiring public hearings and board action that have been delayed due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, a motion to clarify rules for the May 6 Wegmans’ hearing exposed some raw nerves regarding the upcoming meeting.

Supervisors Angela KellyWiecek and Faye Prichard, see RULES, pg. 4

Aerial image courtesy of Wegmans

The site of the proposed Wegmans’ distribution center is located at the southwest corner of Ashcake Road and Sliding Hill Road, down the road from the Hanover County Municipal Airport. The property is 217 acres, so it makes up most of the triangle shown.

Sheriff: Safety remains priority Chief: Close eye kept on cases (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Col. David R. Hines, sheriff of Hanover County.)

I want to assure you that the safety of our community and our deputies remains our top priority. You and the men and women of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office have risen to the challenge by supporting each other, adhering to recommendHINES ed best practices to limit

COVID-19 exposure, and supporting our criti(Editor’s note: The following was submitted by cal infrastructure.

Chief Jethro H. Piland III of Hanover Fire-EMS.) We have partnered with you by making some The COVID19 epichanges while sustaining a strong workforce to demic has changed protect the citizens of Hanover County. Those everyone’s life as we who are able to are now working from home. know it. Your Fire and Internally, our officers disinfect their equipEMS department has ment and work spaces daily and we continue to worked hard to support monitor our workforce. When a deputy becomes you as well as our regionexposed to COVID-19, procedures are in place al partners through this to self-quarantine as a precaution, seek care if stressful time. needed and be tested before returning to work.

We continue to do The only services that have been suspended everything we can to

met and maintain a level of readiness for our daily operations.

Like many in the region we are keeping a close eye on potential and confirmed COVID cases within the county for emerging trends.

Due to our great working relationship with our healthcare facilities; we are talking on a daily basis sharing accurate information on prevention, preparedness and augmenting our response as necessary.

We continue to watch our equipment and how much we are using. Due to the hard work of our Logistics Section, we are fortunate to

ensure your needs are

see CHIEF, pg. 20

see SHERIFF, pg. 17

PILAND

Parsons Cause Foundation announces schedule of Summer 2020 programs Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER -- The Parsons’ Cause Foundation Inc. is announcing its Summer 2020 program of free performances at the Historic Hanover Courthouse.

At this time, Virginia laws, due to the COVID-19 virus, prohibit gatherings of ten or more. Foundation members said they hope the virus will subside and those restrictions will be lifted in time for the summer series.

For updates, visit the website, parsonscause.org.

General Benjamin Butler – 9:30 and 11 a.m. June 27.

The Music of World

War II -- 9:30 and 11 a.m. July 4. (Bonus: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence.)

Patrick Henry & Thomas Jefferson -- 9:30 and 11 a.m. July 11.

Martha Jefferson -9:30 and 11 a.m. July 18.

Harriet Tubman 9:30 and 11 a.m. July 25.

Colonel John Chiswell -- 9:30 and 11 a.m. Aug. 1.

Richard Henry Lee -9:30 and 11 a.m. Aug. 8.

Eliza Poe -- 9:30 and 11 a.m. Aug. 15.

Audie Murphy 9:30 and 11 a.m. Aug. 22.

The Parsons’ Cause Trial – 10 a.m. Aug. 29.

For more information, go to parsonscause.org.

IB May examinations canceled (Editor’s note: The following was released by Hanover County Public Schools.)

The International Baccalaureate Organization has announced that the May examinations for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme will not be held this year due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic.

We know parents and students will have many questions. The IB is sharing full details and FAQs with us via their website at www.ibo.org.

Based on the information from IB, Hanover will develop and share a formal plan to complete internal assessments and IB coursework currently in progress.

Thank you for your flexibility during these uncertain times.

For more information, contact your school IB coordinator: Atlee HS: Wendy Edelman at wedelman@hcps. us’; Hanover HS: Jessica Orth at jorth@hcps.us; Lee-Davis HS: Lesa Berlinghoff at lberlinghoff@hcps.us; or Patrick Henry HS: Megan Lindemann at mlindemann@hcps.us.

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Health systems: collaboration is key to address COVID-19 (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Bon Secours, HCA Virginia, and VCU Health.)

RICHMOND -- “We are all in this together” has never been truer than it is right now in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. In the Richmond area, this means a shared feeling of sacrifice, resilience and endurance.

For the region’s major health care providers, it also means our commitment to work

our plans to address the curve when it reaches its apex.

Our hospitals are also partnering with local and state health and emergency management departments and Governor Northam to speak with one voice and to work as a unified team to face this threat. Our strength is in our shared mission to protect lives, care for the stricken, and work together to face this virus head on using our best scientists, cli-

and ours. Here is what we need you to do: True social distancing. Stay home. Keep your contacts to only immediate family members within your household.

Wash your hands. often.

Follow directions from emergency managers and elected officials.

If you must go out, only do so for medical care, to buy provisions for a week or more at a time, or for

together to serve you – our community – and advance the care of all of our patients.

Bon Secours, HCA Virginia, and VCU Health are pledging our partnership during this difficult time to serve the greater Richmond area as we navigate the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19. We have been

nicians, and resources.

Our health care teams and administrations are working together. We are supporting one another. We are sharing in the sacrifice — with thousands of our health care workers risking their own health and welfare to protect yours. We will remain steadfast in that commitment

essential work duties. And wear a face mask.

We hope that you will follow these guidelines so we do not have to see you in any one of our area hospitals because you have fallen ill with COVID-19. We don’t want to treat more COVID19 patients than necessary, and we certainly do not want to add to the stark tallies of those in our Commonwealth who have fallen ill to this virus or lost their lives.

Our hospital systems remain devoted to this community, and we are prepared to care for you and your loved ones if you need us.

This is what has allowed us all to play a vital part in keeping our friends and neighbors safe and in good health for decades. We will continue that mission through this crisis and beyond. We are far stronger working together as hospitals and as a community than we could ever be alone.

Faraaz Yousuf, president, Bon Secours Richmond Market; Tim McManus, president, HCA Healthcare Capital Division; and Melinda Hancock, chief administrative & financial officer, VCU Health.

“Our hospitals are also partnering with local and state health and emergency management departments and Governor Northam to speak with one voice and to work as a unified team to face this threat.”

FARAAZ YOURSUF, TIM McMANUS AND MELINDA HANDOCK Bon Secours Richmond Market, HCA Healthcare Capital Division, and VCU Health officers

working together over the past weeks to share information and our health system’s predictive analytics models and to build a collaborative forecast tool that is allowing us to align our treatment efforts, expected surge volumes, resource needs, and

for the weeks to come until this COVID-19 threat has eased for everyone.

We cannot do this alone.

We need your help. This is not a threat that can be solely tackled within the four walls of a hospital. Success is in our collective hands – yours

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue defraud was reported in the 19000 block of Double Cedar Road, Montpelier.

Feb. 21

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 13400 block of Mountain Road, Glen Allen.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 9300 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Embezzlement, $200, was reported in the 200 block of Berkley Street, Ashland.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 9700 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9200 block of Smallwood Court, Mechanicsville.

Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 7000 block of Marie Lane, Mechanicsville.

DWI, first offense, was reported on Mechanicsville Turnpike/Old Hickory Drive, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 5300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Arnold Road, Mechanicsville.

Larceny of bank notes and checks was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

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

Simple assault was reported in the 12400 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

Identity fraud use of identifying information to

9000 block of Barbette Court, Mechanicsville.

Feb. 22

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 17100 block of Dunns Chapel Road, Montpelier.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 11000 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.

DWI, second offense in 10 years, was reported in the 14200 block of Mountain Road/Ashland Road, Glen Allen.

DWI, third offense in 10 years, was reported in the 5500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 86 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 86 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Simple assault was reported in the 6000 block of Michael Heather Court, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 7400 block of Brandy Creek Drive, Mechanicsville.

Unauthorized use of vehicle, boat or animal was reported in the 10100 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland.

Threats of death or bodily injury by letter or electronic means were reported in the 8200 block of Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 6500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Lee Park Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 86 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 11000 block of Doswell Road, Doswell.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 11500 block of Hanover Courthouse Road/Georgetown Road, Hanover.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 11400 block of Howards Mill Road/ Abner Church Road, Glen Allen.

Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the

Feb. 26

Simple assault was reported in the 17300 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 86 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Simple assault was reported in the 16000 block of Coatesville Road, Beaverdam.

Feb. 24

Feb. 23

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 7200 block of Autumn Ridge Lane, Mechanicsville.

Lewistown Road, Ashland.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 10100 block of

subsequent offense, was reported in the 800 block of England Street, Ashland.

Failure to stop for school bus flashing lights was reported in the 9100 block of Ruth Wood Court, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 10300 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 98 block of Interstate 95 South, Doswell.

Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Failure of occupant to make a report of an accident was reported in the 6400 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

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

Feb. 28

Convicted felon (nonviolent) was reported possessing a firearm in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Bypass/ Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

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

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

Possession of marijuana,

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8000 block of Elm Drive/Sporting Lane, Mechanicsville.

block of Caleb Drive, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money, etc., by false pretense and larceny, $200 conspiracy, was reported in the 9000 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

Forging coins and bank notes, conspiracy, was reported in the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Recovered property was reported in the 15200 block of Goshen Road, Montpelier.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 9100

see SHERIFF’S, pg. 4

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Classic Car Cruise In canceled due to COVID-19 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- As the need for social distancing and guidelines regarding gatherings remain in effect to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Classic Car Cruise In, originally scheduled for Saturday, May 16, has been canceled by the Hanover County Parks and Recreation Department.

“We look forward to hosting a Cruise In, soon after the health crisis is over. When see CRUISE IN, pg. 11

RULES Continued from pg. 1

Chickahominy and Ashland districts, respectively, have repeatedly made their position on holding a meeting that does not include in-person and unrestricted public participation is not acceptable and moved to postpone the hearing.

DAVIS Vice chairman Sean Davis, Henry District, introduced guidelines for the upcoming hearing, including a requirement that speakers who wish to appear in-person pre-register by 5

Virginia Rep staff makes masks for The Virginia Home RICHMOND – The team of costume designers and fabricators for the Virginia Repertory Theatre has been busy designing for upcoming shows, but, with the show postponements/cancellations due to the COVID-19 virus, they decided to use their talents to help the community.

“We were able to make four dozen masks. We always have extra fabric and large spools of the elastic used to go around the ears, so we had the supplies,” said Costume Director Sue Griffin.

Both Assistant Costume

Director Sarah Grady and Cutter/Draper Marcia Miller Hailey joined the action and made a big contribution to the safety of both patients and staff at The Virginia Home, a private/nonprofit 130-bed home that provides nursing, therapeutic and residential care for adult Virginians with irreversible physical disabilities.

“Thank you so much for reaching out! We greatly appreciate the cloth masks that you can offer,” said Annie Kennedy, director of Volunteer Services at The Virginia Home.

The costume department also is making 200 masks for staff at the Virginia Museum of Photos courtesy of Virginia Repertory Theatre Sarah Grady, an assistant costume director, sews masks at her home.

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p.m. on Monday, May 4.

The public hearing is scheduled to last four hours, with each side receiving two hours of public comment time. Half of that allotment is reserved for in-person comments and the other hour is slotted for voicemail or email comments. Speakers are limited to three minutes each.

At the conclusion of the public hearing, no more than five representatives of the applicant will be permitted, with remaining seats reserved for opponents of the project to ensure the Governor’s guidelines are observed.

Even with the guidelines, Prichard said she could not support the motion.

“Mr. [Dennis] Walter’s (county attorney) draft memo to us . . . says remember the underlying principles of the open meeting provision of FOIA. The public has the right

to witness the operations of government,” Prichard said.

“When we are limiting the number of people who can be in this room because it is not safe to do otherwise and when there is not pertinent, equitable access to internet across this PRICHARD county, I do not believe that is equitable,” she added.

Prichard also addressed a letter written by Mechanicsville supervisor Canova Peterson in the April 15 edition of The Mechanicsville Local.

“Mr. Peterson said in

an open letter this week we should not be living in fear.

But, in fact, we should absolutely be living in fear. I think we’ve been given every reason to know that this is dangerous for our citizens and the people who surround them.”

Davis’ original motion contained language that would guarantee neighborhood representatives for communities affected by the project a place in the restrictive seating following the public comments, but some supervisors said picking and choosing who should be allowed to remain in the room after the public hearing had concluded was not the responsibility of the board.

Davis suggested ensuring those neighborhood representatives had reserved space both to speak and have equal representation in the room once the public hearing of the

substance was reported in the 7200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

false pretenses, $250, was reported in the 6200 block of Nedam Lane, Mechanicsville.

within 10 years, BAC .20, was reported in the 10100 block of Pollard Creek Road/Studley Road, Mechanicsville.

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meeting had concluded.

“I understand the idea of reserving the slots to make sure the neighborhood associations are represented,” KellyWiecek said. “At the same time, I’m uncomfortable with this board deciding which citizens will be the ones to be present in the board room.”

Davis noted that Hanover County is one of the last counties that continue to allow in-person public comments, and said the guidelines were designed to ensure everyone had a voice in the discussion.

“The idea was not to mandate that these folks had to be here or that other folks couldn’t,” Davis responded.

“It was to provide some opportunity for large groups to be represented. The idea was hopeful to provide some opportunity for Ms. Prichard and Ms Kelly-Wiecek to have the neighborhoods that have

contacted them the most.”

South Anna supervisor Sue Dibble said speakers would have an opportunity to address the board and suggested picking and choosing who could remain in the room after the public portion was a system that would be “difficult to police.”

Prichard said who remains in the room, approximately five seating slots, should be decided by the citizens.

County Administrator Rhu Harris said the original intent of the seating plan was to allow Prichard and KellyWiecek to provide the names of those representatives, allow them to speak last, and then remain in the room for board discussion and possible action.

Cold Harbor supervisor Michael Herzberg said citizens should “draw lots” to determine who is allowed to stay in

Destruction

of property, monument, was reported in the 13100 block of Verdon Road, Ruther Glen.

see RULES, pg. 11

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 11400 block of Georgetown Road, Mechanicsville.

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LETTERS

From the managing editor

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COVID-19 doesn’t discriminate with victims

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ased on all the postings on social media, Teddy Nelson was a much loved member of my hometown. Sadly, the 25-yearold lost his life to complications from the coronavirus (COVID-19) on Saturday, April 11.

He had been on a ventilator for about two weeks when he lost his battle against the dreaded virus.

I didn’t know him, but there are many Nelsons in the West Virginia community. Family members and friends kept people updated on his status from the time of his hospitalization.

Prayer vigils were a common sight outside the entrance of the medical center situated on a hill overlooking the City of Logan.

He had been a member of the Logan High School football team. He graduated in 2013 and

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was working in a mining-related job when he became ill.

Posts about the young man sang his praises, while mixed with the reality of his passing.

The posts affected Mom and me as we read about the kind soul that Teddy was to all who knew him. It reminded us of the place we called home for so long.

And then I thought about the number of phone calls, emails and texts I had received from people here checking on us and asking if we needed anything such as groceries. I was overwhelmed by the generosity and sincerity of the blessings offered. This is home.

A gesture I must mention came from a neighbor, Anita Akers, who made masks for anyone in need in our tight-knit retirement community. She kept a distance (yes, adhere to social distancing)

when she delivered the two masks to our house.

Thank you again, Anita. The masks are much appreciated.

The reality, however, is that a time frame for the return to any sense of normal is speculation at best. I’m among the throng of Dr. Anthony Fauci followers. When he says it’s OK to go back to business as usual, I’m in.

While we wait for his signal that we’re in a safe place, please adhere to the guidelines established.

The life you save could be your own or that of a loved one.

I’ve been referring to my mask and gloves as “safety chic”. The few times I’ve been out (grocery store and pharmacy drive-thru) I have noticed many folks are ignoring the precautions.

Please put on a mask and gloves.

Stay safe.

Bill Millsaps lived the dream as a newspaperman

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist I was preparing a column for this week focused on the loss of sports during the coronavirus outbreak, and the impact it’s having on fans.

With the exception of bowling, I haven’t seen a live televised sporting event in weeks, and while secondhand replayed college and pro football games have provided some tempo-

rary relief, it’s just not the same.

As this week passed, slowly, the news forced me to rethink my subject for the upcoming week, and my concentration on life’s more trivial pursuits like sports seemed misguided and superficial.

As more and more Americans -some notable, some not -- depart this earth due to the virus or other illnesses, I was suddenly confronted with the reality there won’t be a return

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Now, one passing is no more important than another, but each affects us individually in a unique way, evoking a remorse and grief that is personal.

When I learned of the death of former Times-Dispatch sports editor and managing editor Bill Millsaps, I felt that immediate sense of sadness and loss for a man who embraced a title that fit him like a glove: newspa-

perman.

His memory brought back thoughts of a time in journalism when everything seemed possible, and the written word still enjoyed a position of respect, excitement and reliability.

Millsaps represented the type of editor every potential journalist envisioned when the first hints of a dream see MILLSAPS, pg. 8

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Democratic group addresses HCBOS about Wegmans We are hearing from many residents that they fear they must decide between their health, protecting their homes, and their right to attend and be heard at the upcoming Hanover County Board of Supervisors’ public hearing for the Wegman’s rezoning application.

The Hanover Democratic Committee stands against the suppression of speech and impairment of the right to participate in local government, especially on topics that are important to residents.

Since Governor Northam has issued a stay-at-home order until June 10, 2020, it does not seem in line with public safety to hold a public hearing on the Wegmans’ project. There are many residents who deserve the right to attend and have their voices heard.

Many residents feel it is important to hear and respond to Wegman’s position at the hearing since its representatives will be present throughout the proceeding.

There are no deadlines that require the hearing now and there are no procedures that will allow citizens the ability to attend and fully participate in the hearing process.

It seems the prudent thing to do is to postpone the May 6th public hearing on the Wegmans’ project until it is safe for Hanoverians to meet in public.

Dan McGraw Hanover Democratic Executive Committee

Resident: Talk about Wegmans in broad daylight The Wegmans’ matter continues to chafe Hanover citizens. If it can see LETTERS, pg. 8

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County makes food kits available to community members Pre-packaged meals will launch Friday at John M. Gandy and Mechanicsville elementaries HANOVER -Hanover County Government is making food kits available to the community on Friday, April 24, at John M. Gandy Elementary School and Mechanicsville Elementary School.

The pre-packaged food kits will be available between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and again from 5-7 p.m. This is a separate and distinct food program from the one being offered to children by Hanover County Public Schools.

The Hanover Education Foundation, working in partnership with Hanover County Government and Hanover County Public Schools, received a generous grant from the Central Virginia COVID-19 Response fund.

The funds will provide 12,500 meals for Hanover County residents and supplement the student meal program and the work of many food pantries and churches.

Depending on the demand, the county government will schedule additional dates, as long

as supplies last.

Those who need food will be able to drive through designated lanes at the school to pick up the kits, with as little human contact as possible for health reasons.

Kits include ready-to-eat chicken salad, a tortilla, bag of chips, granola bar, trail mix, cookie, fruit roll up, and juice box.

One box per person will be available.

“Hanover County is grateful to the Community Foundation and Plan RVA for making this program possible,” said Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley, chairman of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. “We are STANLEY fortunate to be part of the Richmond region, a community where people take care of one another.”

According to Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr., county administrator, “We’ve been through tough times before, and our people are so resilient, but it’s heartwarming to see our community come

together in a time of need. Thank you to the Hanover team and our wonderful volunteers for making this happen. We know times are hard for many of our residents, with applications for food assistance doubling in recent months and more than 1,500 Hanover residents filing for unemployment benefits last week. If you need help in any way, please call us at 365-4300 and we will do our best to connect you to resources in our community.”

“We are proud to partner with the Community Foundation, the Hanover Education Foundation, Hanover County Government, and others to help meet the ongoing needs of our community HARRIS during these challenging times,” said Dr. Michael Gill, school superintendent. “I am thankful for the generosity and effort of so many who made this possible.”

This initiative is a result of a partnership with the Central Virginia COVID-19 Response

Fund, launched with contributions from 18 regional foundations and businesses.

Over $4.1 million has been raised through April 15 from foundations, businesses and individuals and United Way of Greater Richmond and Petersburg provided $100,000 in matching funds.

Created through a partnership between the Community Foundation and the Emergency Management Alliance of Central Virginia, the fund is designed to mobilize and distribute resources to address immediate response.

This initiative helps organizations and nonprofits that address critical needs such as food and housing access, health care, childcare, senior care, and safety supplies.

As funds are collected, an advisory committee distributes grants where they can have the greatest impact.

To donate or volunteer visit https://www. togetheroneregion.org/ For more information, contact the Hanover County Department of Community Resources at 804-365-4300.

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

Hanover schools get national recognition for music program

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SHLAND – The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation has named Hanover County Public Schools (HCPS) as a “Best Community for Music Education” for the eighth year in a row.

Hanover County is one of only 21 school divisions in Virginia to achieve this coveted status. There are 132 school divisions in the Commonwealth.

“The arts are vital to cultivating our minds and play an important role in every community. I am grateful once again for the exceptional efforts of our accomplished

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Hanover County Public Schools has been honored as a “Best Community for Music Education” for the eighth year in a row by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation.

and passionate music educators who work tirelessly to

provide our students with a well-rounded education.

I look forward to when we can assemble once again and enjoy the many student performances that we offer each

year,” said Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent.

The NAMM Foundation awards this designation to

divisions and schools that demonstrate an exceptionally high commitment to

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of covering the news emerged in their youthful minds. It was local industry giants like Millsaps and Jay Pace who made the Richmond journalism market unique and vibrant and created an energy in newsrooms that probably will never be equaled.

Many in the Richmond area grew up reading Millsaps’ sports column. Even in that

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happen to any one of us; it can happen to all of us.

I get the citizen point of view: “Not in my backyard.”

However, in the Wegmans’ matter, the problem isn’t confined to backyards. It’s on the highway; it’s in the parking lots; it’s lights are everywhere all day, all night.

No more moonlight walks for Wegmans’ neighbors; no more meteorite showers; and certainly, no more peace and quiet.

Forget letting your beginning driver out on Peaks or Sliding Hill.

The citizens must raise their megaphones because a very slim margin of men are NOT hearing your pleas. In

specified role, it was evident Saps, as he was known to most, was bound for bigger assignments and many around him recognized his born leader qualifications.

Now, the talented sportswriters earned enough awards and recognitions in those early years to last most journalists a lifetime. As a reporter, editor and administrator, Millsaps set the mark.

I was not fortunate enough to work with Bill, but I’ve

known those who did, They are left treasuring the memories of what is now their golden age of journalism.

And our paths crossed often when I served as publisher of a group of weekly newspapers. Our first encounter was on an elevator in the Hotel Roanoke during a Virginia Press Association Convention.

It didn’t take long for him to realize I was from Alabama, and even less time for me to

recognize his drawl. I suppose that tiny bit of information formed the base of many of our conversations, the sort of tie that binds and separates at the same time — Southeastern Conference football.

Although Bill’s passing was not COVID-19 related, it comes at a time when it seems the list of famous and treasured Americans seems to be shrinking much too fast.

For journalists of a certain age, Bill Millsaps represents

a standard that still matters, a sort of passion and dedication that is sadly, for the most part, missing in today’s world of communication.

It’s somehow reassuring at this uncertain time to reflect on a life lived so fully — to salute a man who found the perfect career, performed it with passion and had a tremendous impact on the many lives he touched.

A majority of the folks who knew him will always think of

Saps standing in a newsroom with his sleeves rolled up, playing truth or dare with the next deadline. I suppose it would be cliche to say they don’t make ’em like that anymore … but they don’t make ’em like that anymore.

I suppose that makes it harder to lose someone who touched so many lives and made such a mark on an industry he truly loved.

It’s also makes it more difficult to let them go.

fact, the men seem to have doubled down on the earplugs.

Let us not shut the door to our voting citizens. The Wegmans’ matter began in darkness. Citizens need to make darn sure that this matter ends in broad daylight.

Ned Coleman Mechanicsville

Supervisors meetings related to the Wegmans’ development while the Commonwealth of Virginia is in a state of emergency and public gatherings are not allowed.

The desire of the BOS runs counter to the opinion of Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring related to this subject below: • When considering how to conduct public meetings while the state of emergency remains in effect, we must remember that the requirements of VFOIA, open government, and transparency remain critically important.

• Code § 2.23708.2(A)(3) permits public bodies that are unable to assemble in person because of the unique characteristics of the COVID-19 virus to meet electronically to make decisions that must be made immediately and where failure to do so could result in irrevocable public harm. Whether any particular action by a public body fits within that description requires a fact-specific determination that should be made in consultation with that public body’s counsel.

Ladies and gentlemen, whether or not to approve the Wegmans’ development is not an emergency.

Virginia’s sunshine laws and laws related to public meetings were written to maintain an openness between the citizens and the government. A confer-

ence call, or Zoom meeting, or video chat is not the same thing.

Wegmans’ will not be harmed if they have to wait a month or two to get this hearing.

However, a rush to approve proffer changes and other aspects of this project will have an impact on hundreds, if not thousands of Hanover County residents.

I urge you to heed AG Mark Herring’s direction and postpone public meetings related to subjects that are not an emergency and/or related to the COVID-19 pandemic or responses to it.

Thank you for your time.

J. Donald Guthrie, AIA Mechanicsville

are three conditions for public meetings to be conducted by electronic communication means without a quorum of the public body physically present at one location.

They are (i) that the Governor has declared a state of emergency in accordance with VA Code § 44.146.17, (ii) the nature of the declared emergency makes it impractical or unsafe to assemble a quorum in a single location, and (iii) the purpose of the meeting is to address the emergency. VA Code § 2.23708.2(A)(3).

Can you explain why the public hearing for the Wegmans’ proposed construction constitutes an emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic?

From my point of view, it appears that the board is making large and unpopular concessions to a commercial entity against the wishes of its constituents, and attempting to limit or quash any public input.

There is no valid reason why the May 6, 2020, public hearing cannot be delayed until after the June 10, 2020, end date of the state of emergency.

There is no valid reason for forcing the citizens of Hanover to place themselves in a lifethreateningly dangerous situation in order to be heard in a public forum.

(It was made obvious during the public meeting of April

8 that public comments are simply filed away, unheard and unread, probably uncounted.)

Can you explain why the board feels that it is above the law and can flagrantly disregard the will of the citizens it was elected to serve?

I await your response.

Barbara Hadley Mechanicsville

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Public sessions questioned due to restrictions Letter to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors: Governor Northam didn’t specifically address how local governments are to continue services under the terms of his restrictions because he didn’t need to. Those restrictions are already addressed by current laws in Virginia.

This was specifically discussed in an open letter from Brian L. Buniva, Esq., to the board, dated April 2, 2020.

In it, he explains that there

Wittman praised for leadership in trying times Dear Fellow Hanoverians: I feel as though I speak for most of us when I say the present times are a worthy cause of great anxiety and uncertainty.

However, I also must add that I find some solace in seeing our country rekindle the fraternal spirit of “helping thy neighbor” in their time of need that I believe has dissipated as our society has become more grandiose and individualistic.

I’ve spent much of the time we’ve been under “quarantine” monitoring the ever-changing numbers, contacting friends and family about their health, and watching the briefings presented by Governor Northam and President Trump.

Additionally, I’ve grown quite fond of watching, or listening in to depending on the format, Rob Wittman’s Telephone Townhalls on see LETTERS, pg. 11

OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals his memory should be made to East Hanover Rescue Squad.

BRUNEL BRUNEL, Francis Gregory "Greg," 72, of Mechanicsville, Va., went to be with the Lord Sunday, April 12, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Rosalie Brunel. Greg is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Cheryl Courtney Brunel; his devoted son, Michael Gregory Brunel; two brothers, Pierre Brunel of Oklahoma and Bob Brunel of New York; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Greg graduated from Florida Southern University and spent most of his life working as an accountant. He volunteered for over 10 years on the East Hanover Rescue Squad. After retirement, he enjoyed his pets and conducting family genealogy research. Greg loved the Outer Banks and took family vacations there every year. He also enjoyed cruises with his wife before his health began to fail. He will be greatly missed by his beloved family and friends. A celebration of his life will be held once gathering restrictions have lifted. In lieu of flowers, donations in

LAPRADE, Ms. Mary Eileen Haynes, died April 7, 2020, in Colonial Beach, after a brief convalescence. Ms. LaPrade was living with her younger son at the time of her death. She was 88. A longtime resident of Hanover County, Ms. LaPrade was born October 1, 1931, in Poplar Bluff, Mo. As a young girl during the Great Depression, she moved with her family to Richmond. Her father and mother, Leonard and Ethel Haynes, ran a small grocery store on Cary Street before Mr. Haynes took a job with the state Department of Corrections. Ms. LaPrade retired from the Hanover County public school system, where she was a bus driver for more than 20 years. She had two sons, Darel La Prade of Lewes, Del. and Jason Gammon of Colonial Beach.

She was a devoted lifelong Christian and a member of Cool Spring Baptist Church before transferring to New Highland Baptist Church, both in Hanover County. She was well-known for her skill as a seamstress and as a frequent blue-ribbon winner at the State Fair for her handmade tablecloths and lovely African violets. Besides her parents, she was preceeded in death by her two husbands; and her older brother, Leonard Elgin Haynes Jr. Survivors include another brother,

Donald Edward Haynes; her two sons; Constance La Prade, her beloved daughterin-law; five grandchildren, Konrad La Prade, Tucker La Prade, Eleanor La Prade, Haley Turner and Martha La Prade; and nine great-grandchildren.

A private burial will be held at Westhampton Cemetery, followed by a celebration of her life at a date yet to be determined. The family welcomes and encourages donations in her name to Mary Washington Hospice in Fredericksburg.

(Katrina), Tucker J. Hall, Allison M. Vargas (Patrick), Emily D. Peters (Jonathan), Kayla M. Lay (Brandon); his two great-grandchildren, Bailey and Oliver Peters; and his sister, Joyce A. Pilcher of West Virginia. He proudly served in the United States Navy as a Seabee. He was an accomplished foreign car mechanic for over 50 years.

He loved spending time with his wife and family, going to the beach and talking about cars and tractors. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be dearly missed. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The burial service will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center or The Make-A-Wish Foundation.

PILCHER PILCHER, Richards "Dick" Berkley, 82, of Henrico, passed away on April 15, 2020, at Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond after a battle with COVID-19. He is survived by his loving, devoted wife of 62 years, Marion E. Pilcher; his four children, John R. Pilcher and his wife, Joni, Richards B. Pilcher Jr. and his wife, Mary, Susan A. Hall and her husband, Daniel and Sandra M. Alpher and her husband, Aaron; his six grandchildren, Richards B. Pilcher III (Ashley), Casey J. Pilcher

SPRECKELSEN, George Paul Jr., 70, of Mechanicsville, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Esther and George Spreckelsen Sr. George is survived by his son, Bryan Spreckelsen. He was a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran and retired from the Federal Reserve Bank. Services will be private. bennettfuneralhomes.com WAGNER, Mr. Fredric Porter, 84, passed away on April 9, 2020, after a brief yet valiant battle against the COVID-19 virus. He is now united with his lovely wife of

62 years, Sheila Jean (Lovins) Wagner. Fred was born in Mud Folk, in the beautiful mountains of Tazewell County, Virginia, relocating in 1978 to Mechanicsville, Virginia. Fred was a 1956 graduate of Emory & Henry College. Mr. Wagner was a third generation Master Mason and a member of the Masonic Lodge of Virginia,

WAGNER Metropolitan #10 AF&AM and was past Master of Dove #51 AF&AM. He and his wife Sheila were the former owners of McLean's Restaurant in Richmond, Virginia. Fred grew up the son of a coal miner, where he learned the lessons of hard work on the family farm. He applied those valuable lessons in many business ventures and a successful 30-year career at the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Throughout his adult life, Fred was a dedicated father and husband and built a wonderful extended family. He was a jack-of-all-trades and could grow tobacco, plant a garden, raise cattle, hunt, fish and fix most anything with bailing wire and duct tape. As a

young man in his twenties, Fred built, by himself, his family's first house in Washington County, Virginia. Throughout his life, Fred enjoyed waterskiing, motorcycle riding, running, traveling throughout the United States and Europe and especially listening to live bluegrass music at the many local venues through the Hanover County area. Fred's zest for life was only surpassed by his ability to make friends. Yet more than all these accomplishments, Fred was the wonderful patriarch to a loving family.

Fred is survived by four children, Danita Rhett (Roland), Darren Waggoner, Dionna Kelleher (Barry) and Derek Wagner; and a special daughter-in-law, Cassandra Nelson; 10 grandchildren, Jessica Vincent (John), Summer Tocci (Andrew), Dylan Waggoner (Eugena), Brooke Waggoner, Trent Kelleher, Miranda Kelleher, Jade Kelleher, Devan Wagner, Joshua Wagner and Lauren Wagner; two greatgrandchildren, Bronwyn Leigh Tocci and Dean Dawes Waggoner; four brothers, Bill Wagner, Allan Wagner (Judy), Larry Wagner and Lynn Wagner (Barbara). He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Sheila Lovins Wagner; and his parents, Taft and Ettis (Johnson) Wagner; his stepmother, Virginia (Patton) Wagner; and a sister, Lois Hodges (Stanley).

A Celebration of Life will be held in August when hopefully family and friends can once again gather together to honor Fred and a life well-lived.

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ASHLAND – Hanover County Public Schools has announced that there are 15 locations offering free internet/WiFi access during the extended closure to help better serve students and families with limited or no access to high-speed internet.

Chris R. Whitley, public information officer, said, “Although a stay-at-home order is in place,

state and federal officials have indicated that travel to and from educational institutions is permitted to allow students and their families to access instructional materials and resources, such as internet/Wi-Fi.” “Our team recently completed work to increase the signal strength of the Wi-Fi at our four high schools that will provide moderate Wi-Fi access in designated areas outside of these see WIFI, pg. 14

(Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Laura MaxeyNay, ANR extension agent.)

HANOVER -- Hanover Master Gardeners serve as a resource for horticultural education for the community.

During these times of “Social/Physical Distancing,”

we are not able to support our usual roving help desk at community events and other public places.

However, we are still available by voicemail (804-7524310), and email (hanover. master.gardener@gmail.com)

CRUISE IN

owners and enthusiasts,” Marcy G. Durrer, recreation program director, said.

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

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it is safe and prudent to gather together again, we will be excited to see all of the chrome and shine of our classic cars and the smiling faces of the

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Facebook.

U.S. Rep. Wittman, R-1, is constantly presenting the most updated numbers and sharing with his constituents what the Stimulus Package means for our part of the district. He continues to show that he’s in touch with the needs of everyday Americans by advocating for increased small business support and protections for middle class Virginians during this economic and health crisis.

If you haven’t already, sign up for his newsletters as they provide a wealth of knowledge about what is happening in the district during these times of great unease.

In a time where pragmatism and principle preface politics, Wittman has been a bipartisan leader as our congressman. Those that have met him, as I have, know he has no use for the spotlight and doesn’t brag about the many great things he does for the district.

And in a time where it has become commonplace to criticize and demagogue our

see GARDENERS, pg. 12

elected officials, I believe it should be equally commonplace to recognize their leadership where it excels.

Though the worst may just be yet to come, I believe we are in steady hands with Wittman as our advocate in the U.S. Congress, and with a true pragmatist in the White House in President Trump.

The times may be scary indeed, but they also are a good time to reconnect with old friends (digitally or over the phone), discover new hobbies, and, if you’re anything like me, spend time with family in a way many of us haven’t had the opportunity to do in a long time.

Joseph Funai Mechanicsville

Tips offered to letters to editor writers It is great to discuss or rebut what you read in a paper with your very own letter to the editor. That is the essence of Democracy! Here is how to maximize your effect: 1. Be civil, don’t throw insults. This never convinces

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the room at the conclusion of the public comment period, but Prichard strongly objected to that method.

“I do not believe you can have public participation by proxy,” Prichard responded.

“You’re drawing lots to see who can stay is public participation by proxy.”

Davis took exception to that conclusion describing Prichard’s comments as inflammatory. “That’s absolutely incorrect because this is not the participatory portion of the meeting,” he said. “This is for observance after the public hearing is closed.”

“I don’t think I’m being inflammatory. I think I’m disanyone. Calling someone stupid or clueless just reflects back on you.

2. State your position clearly. If you are unclear, you undermine yourself. Hint: have a couple other, neutral readers review your letter to make sure it makes sense!

3. Give evidence (real evidence, not just vague conspiracy theories or partisan talking points. Verifiable facts are best)!

4. Be brief, no one will read a long letter.

Thanks, future letter writers!

J.M. Thomas Mechanicsville

Dead spots for internet draw citizen’s ire I hope members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors were embarrassed to read the April 15 issue of The Local.

Really? Hanover County Public Schools provided a listing of WiFi locations so students without access to broadband can access their homework.

agreeing with you respectfully,” Prichard responded. “The public has a right to witness the operations of government, and even if the public portion of the comment period is over, who may stay and witness the actions of government is in fact government by proxy,” she concluded.

Davis said citizens are still able to participate in the process and said efforts to portray the action otherwise are “intellectually dishonest” and politically motivated.

“I’m arguing passionately for what I believe is the right thing to do and I resent the notion that there’s anything political about my argument.

My argument is for the safety and fairness of my citizens,” Prichard concluded.

This county is just outside the state capital and there are dead spots throughout the county.

This county has kicked the can down the road long enough.

Expecting wireless or satellite coverage to suffice is downright dangerous. It’s a safety issue!

I remember watching NBC12 through satellite and the weatherman was talking about the “tornadic” activity in Hanover and then he said, “Oh no …” and the satellite coverage went out.

Would this board of supervisors have argued with bringing electricity to the county?

If not, why not the financial commitment to bring high speed internet? Stop coming up with excuses and figure it out for crying out loud.

With so many needing to work from home it’s crazy trying to deal with last century technology. Really . . . drive to the nearest school and the best coverage is in the bus loop or near the gym.

Robert N. Bradshaw Mechanicsville see LETTERS, pg. 12

Kelly-Wiecek also discounted the introduction of politics in the discussion. “I have not heard anything dishonest or inflammatory from Ms Prichard during this entire discussion. She has been nothing but honest in advocating for her citizens and appropriate and professional in every way,” she said.

“Anybody’s indication that this is somehow a stunt or a

point of political theatre is not living with what we are facing as the representatives of the districts that are impacted here. We have to speak the truth here,” Kelly-Wiecek said.

The guidelines passed by a 5-2 vote, with Prichard and Kelly-Wiecek dissenting.

The public hearing is scheduled for May 6, 7 p.m. at the Administration Building.

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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.

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offering comprehensive music education to all students.

It further serves to recognize the outstanding efforts of teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders who have made music education part of the curriculum.

Barry Flowe, Performing Arts curriculum specialist, said, “I am incredibly proud of everyone in our school system and community for receiving this honor for the eighth year in a row! Hanover County values music education and supports our teachers as they coordinate thriving and robust music programs.”

The NAMM Foundation is a nonprofit organization that serves to advance music education and participation around the world.

For more information about the “Best Community for Music Education” program, visit https://www. nammfoundation.org/what-we-do/best-communitiesmusic-education.

Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer.

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Resident claims abuses, lack of leadership During a crisis such as the one we're in, we get to see what our leaders are made of and how important our public institutions are.

Unfortunately, most of our Hanover County Board of Supervisors have demonstrated that they are ill-equipped to show leadership or make sound decisions. They have shown how little they value democratic processes and the rights, health, and lives of Hanover citizens.

Supervisor Canova Peterson's open letter published last week is emblematic of the approach of the majority of supervisors who continue to plug ahead as if we were sim-

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to answer your questions.

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The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation recognized Hanover County Public Schools for the eighth consecutive year as a “Best Community for Music Education”.

ply dealing with some strong weather.

Mr. Peterson refers to COVID-19 as if it were a phenomenon that only exists sensationalized "in the news" rather than as a very real and deadly pandemic.

Then, he erects the strawman of the "world still needing to function" and not letting "our fear drive us to the point of completely shutting down all opportunities for our neighbors to provide for their families."

Of course, the world still functions. No one is stating otherwise.

And, I, for one, am not being driven by fear or living in fear, which implies irrationality.

Where I am living, as are many others who decry the board’s actions, is in reality. And the reality is that this virus poses grave dangers to us all.

Furthermore, no one is

suggesting that the board or anyone in the community should shut down opportunities for our neighbors to provide for their families.

In fact, I see people across Hanover supporting their neighbors -- providing meals and emergency funds, running errands for them, making calls and sending emails to check in, and finding creative ways to support small businesses and restaurants.

Rather than hanging on to doing business as usual, the board should be nimble, embrace the same approach, and come up with new ways for our government to serve citizens, taking stock of their needs in this moment.

Moreover, most citizens of Hanover don't consider the developers and corporations the board's majority seems to feel obligated to cater to in this moment as their “neighbors.”

This brings us to the larger question of whom this board

serves and under what principles and processes the board is supposed to serve.

I would say the constituency they are supposed to serve first and foremost are its citizens and under the principles and with respect for the processes of representative democracy.

Unfortunately, even more so than usual, the board is not serving the public first and foremost and, even worse, they seem to be using the situation of this pandemic to disregard democratic principles and processes.

Public comments submitted remotely were excluded from being read into the public record at two of the last three meetings and hearings and were only read into the record at the third after public prompting.

Public hearings continue unabated, no matter their level of interest to members of the public.

In fact, plans are being made for a large public hearing on May 6th regarding the proposed gargantuan Wegman's distribution center that is of great interest to many Hanoverians.

At the April 15th meeting, the supervisors spent nearly an hour of the public's time and at public expense, discussing logistics for this hearing that is projected to draw several applicants from the COVID19 epicenter of New York and 200-plus of our own citizens.

It was both contentious (thank you, Supervisors Faye Prichard and Angela Kelly-Wiecek for being the voices of reason and of the people) and surreal in its infeasibility -- like planning for a concert where no one can touch their instruments.

Lastly, this obsession with moving forward with appeasing developers and corporate entities has displaced and distracted from the truly pressing need for county staff, super-

visors, and members of the public to consider and discuss budget revisions.

To boot, the revised budget is being presented May 6th, the same day as the Wegmans' hearing.

While I required no awakening, I hope that the board of supervisors majority's current disregard for democratic processes and for our voices, our well-being, and our collective interests will serve as a wakeup call to all of those Hanover citizens who have continued to vote for these individuals or look the other way when it comes time for accountability.

The hearings must be postponed until it’s safe to hold them.

We must be vigilant and engage with the budget process, and, then, we must work to get board membership that truly reflects and values the public interest.

Rachel Levy Ashland

In addition, our websites (hanovermastergardeners.org and ext.vt.edu) offer tips for those who might be interested

in a home garden.

With so many people out of work or on reduced pay we are encouraging all who have

their own gardens to plant a little extra that can be donated to an area food bank (see list at our website).

In addition, we have grant money available for organizations that might be willing to set up community garden

areas for the public.

See our website (hanovermastergardeners.org) for more information.

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Is it time for governors to loosen restrictions with COVID-19?

(Editor’s note: The following is a follow-up to an article that appeared in the April 8 edition of The Mechanicsville Local.)

By Dave Lawrence Richmond Suburban News With President Donald Trump urging voters in three Democrat-led states – including Virginia – Friday morning to liberate themselves from restrictions those governors have imposed to limit the spread of COVID-19, it begs the question: Is it time to loosen up?

If you remember my column from a couple of weeks ago, you might think it is.

Some time ago I put together a exponential growth model based on data from the first

couple of months of the outbreak in the United States. At the time, the model suggested we should have had more than a million cases of COVID-19

by Easter.

By the time this column appears in print (April 25), my original growth model predicted nearly 12 million cases in the United States. Right now, 2 million confirmed cases looks more likely – and maybe less.

Lately we have been averaging something between 25,000 and 35,000 new confirmed cases per day.

From those data, one might be forgiven for thinking we have started “flattening the curve.” But there would be a major problem with that conclusion: Nationwide, the test-

ing regime in place is far from adequate.

Until we get a systematic, nationwide testing regime in place, it is nearly impossible to know what we’re missing. But an article published online in The Atlantic Thursday suggested a statistic that might offer a way to get at the problem. The piece, “A New Statistic Reveals Why America’s COVID19 Numbers Are Flat,” by Robinson Meyer and Alexis C. Madrigal – the two reporters behind the covidtracking. com website – suggested an epidemiological statistic called the positivity rate might offer some insight.

The positivity rate is not a measure of the percentage of the population addicted

to Bobby McFerrin tunes.

Instead, it is a measure – for any given diagnostic test – of the percentage of tests that come back positive as a function of how many of those tests that have been administered.

According to national data on the covidtracking.com site, as of Friday afternoon, there were 686,914 total confirmed COVID-19 cases out of 3,541,368 total tests run. That

works out to a 19% positivity rate – essentially, one in five people have tested positive for the virus.

That overall number is not so important, however. What is more important is how that number changes over time.

If we were getting a grip on actually slowing the spread of the pandemic, we should see the positivity rate decline over time. We should be running

more tests, but getting fewer and fewer positive results.

Again, using the data from the covidtracking.com website, one can calculate the positivity rate for each day going back to Feb. 28. Looking at the data from March 26 – the first day they tested more than 90,000 people in a 24-hour period – through Friday, April 17, we have not seen such a decline. see COVID-19, pg. 14

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Whitley also said that 11 other schools have been identified across the division where moderate Wi-Fi access is possible.

The signal strength varies by building and depends upon many factors.

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z A list of approved locations is attached and can be viewed on our Learn-fromHome Google Drive folder.

These are the locations with the strongest signal based upon our test results. z Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. No one will be permitted on school property outside of this time period. z All guests are expected to adhere to all official social distancing guidance issued by Governor Northam,

the Virginia Department of Health, and the Centers for Disease Control (e.g., maintain at least six feet between yourself and others, do not assemble in groups, etc.). You are encouraged to remain in your vehicle.

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If your student requires this information, please enter a

request through our HCPS Student Support Portal. z Prior to arriving onsite, certificates will need to be loaded to your device. Follow the directions at http://hcps. us/certificates. z Teachers wishing to access the Wi-Fi network will connect using the same HCPS network configuration they use within the buildings.

In addition to the expanded Internet/Wi-Fi service we are offering, please note the following third-party information that may be of further assistance to you:

– including non-Xfinity subscribers. For a map of Xfinity WiFi hotspots, visit www. xfinity.com/wifi. Once at a hotspot, just select the “xfinitywifi” network name in the list of available hotspots, and then launch any browser.

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Comcast is now offering 60 days of free service to families with limited income.

To sign up, call 855-8468376 (English) or 855-7656995 (Spanish). In addition, Xfinity WiFi hotspots across the country will now be FREE to anyone who needs them

Verizon is automatically adding 15 GB of data across nearly all plans, to be used between 03/25/2020 and 04/30/2020. Visit https://www. verizonwireless.com/support/ covid-19-faqs/#hotspot.

“We hope you will find this information helpful as we work to provide access to virtual learning to as many students and families as possible during this challenging time.

Should a student need assistance with accessing the Wi-Fi at one of our 15 locations or a password reset, please visit our HCPS Student Support Portal,” Whitley added.

more relaxed testing protocols is not comforting.

Another problem is that the tests so far may have a high false-negative rate. SARSCoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can be tricky.

Nasal or throat swabs may miss it.

In fact, one unpublished study posted on the preprint website medRxiv.org suggests that the false negative rate from nasal swabs may be as high as 30 percent, and that from throat swabs even worse –- at 50 percent.

While the federal government has issued emergencyuse authorizations of dozens of new tests, one has to wonder how well the new tests have been evaluated in terms of false-negative — and falsepositive –- rates.

There have been numerous reports of people testing negative who subsequently come down with the disease. There

also are reports from South Korea of patients declared cured who later test positive for the virus again. Whatever is going on in either scenario, it suggests one test per person is not enough.

Which brings up another problem with the testing regime so far. Last Thursday was the first day since the start of the pandemic that we managed to test 1% of the population. Given that the U.S. population on Jan. 1 was roughly 331 million, one has to ask how many of the remaining 328 million Americans are unknowingly running around as potential carriers.

Should we have to find out who the carriers are the hard way?

Or is it time to get serious at the national level about testing?

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

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We have been stuck running about 135,000 tests a day – and one in five of those (about 27,000) are coming back positive.

Since March 26, Virginia has been averaging a 17% positivity rate. Last week, the numbers were 33% on Monday, 31% on Tuesday, 23% on Wednesday, 17% on Thursday and 24% on Friday.

Whether one is looking at national data or Virginia -specific data, one cannot legitimately claim the numbers as evidence of a flattened curve.

There are problems with an over-emphasis on the positivity rate.

For one, the testing protocol was quite restrictive early on with only the most severe cases qualifying for testing. But the fact that the rate remains near 20 percent even with

| Education, Business & Celebrations

Atlee named RAMP School

Second high school in county gets recognition from counselor group MECHANICSVILLE – Atlee High School (AHS) has been named a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA).

AHS is the second high school and fourth overall in Hanover to be recognized as a RAMP school.

The RAMP designation recognizes schools that are committed to delivering an exemplary comprehensive school counseling program and encourages school counselors nationwide to strive for excellence. Honorees are awarded for aligning their program with criteria outlined in the ASCA National Model — a framework for a comprehensive, data-driven school

counseling so all students can achieve success.

AHS School Counseling Director Rachel Wheeler said, “Our school counseling team could not be prouder of this accomplishment. We are thrilled to receive this recognition, not only for our program, but also for our school and our community. We have worked tirelessly to ensure that our program meets the needs of all students where they are and that it is aligned with ASCA counseling standards and state guidelines.”

Dr. John Wheeler, AHS principal, added, “I could not be prouder of our school counseling team for achieving such prestigious recognition. All of the credit goes to our school counsel-

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Celebrating the RAMP acknowledgement at Atlee High School are, from left, front row, Shannon Edwards, Karen Martin, Penny Hinkle and Kathryn Shapiro, and, back row, Majken Whitaker, Dr. Christy Brown Hammond, Kim Wilson, Rachel Wheeler and Amy Couillard.

ing team for their hard work and dedication in collecting the applicable data points and implementing the appropriate strategies to enhance the experiences for all students here at Atlee High School. I would also like to commend our director of School Counseling, Rachel Wheeler, for her leadership and dedication to detail

while pursuing RAMP designation.”

Karla Allen, coordinator of Counseling Services, praised the effort. “Receiving this recognition for Atlee High School is an affirmation that the school counselors are running a comprehensive counseling program that meets the needs of students in the area

of academics, careers, and social-emotional domains.

This designation shows that they are striving to meet the needs of all students, as this is a data-driven process that examines every aspect of their program. I am so proud that they are doing their very best work in serving the Atlee community.”

AHS will be honored at a recognition ceremony at ASCA’s annual conference in Seattle, Washington in June for making an exemplary commitment to comprehensive school counseling programs.

Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer.

Lake Hanover Nature Trail was a pleasant surprise

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor HANOVER – A local couple discovered a pleasant surprise on Easter Sunday when they went out birding, which is described as watching birds in their natural habitats.

Linda Gruenhagen said she and her

husband Jim came upon a trail “by chance” and they were “very impressed.”

“Apparently this is a ‘new’ trail in Hanover County,” Linda said.

“The ‘lake’ is really more like a marshy area, in my opinion. As you drive from Richmond to Hanover Courthouse, you will see some of this

‘lake’ on the right of Route 301 (behind the trees) just before you get to the Courthouse.”

She provided the following directions: “You should turn right on Library Drive, across from the parking lot of The Hanover Tavern. Then drive past the Chenault-Weems Building on the

right, turn right, then turn left to park in front of the Hanover County Building Inspector’s Office (grey trailer). Walk see TRAIL, pg. 17 Photo courtesy of Linda Gruenhagen

This sign welcomes trail visitors to the first overlook on the Lake Hanover Nature Trail.

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Candidates debate for Ashland Town Council seats Six residents share reasons -- in a quarantine style forum -- why they should be elected in May 5 General Election

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND -- Six candidates are vying for three open seats on the Ashland Town Council in General Election scheduled for Tuesday, May 5.

All of those announced candidates appeared remotely in an electronic candidates’ forum held last week. The event was sponsored by the League of Women Voters and hosted by Dr. Lauren Bell, Randolph-Macon College political science professor and dean.

Bell acknowledged the forum via the internet was a first for her, but pledged to maintain an as close to normal procedure as possible, including questions submitted by email.

The five-member panel holds elections every two years and council members are elected for four-year terms.

Kathy Abbott and Steve Trivett represent incumbents in the race, while four of the candidates are newcomers to the Ashland political scene.

They include Anita Barnhart, D.A. Wooten, Stephanie Hare and David Goldstein.

Dr. George Spagna has served on town council since 2004 and is not seeking re-election.

Barnhart is a retired educator who said those skills learned in 30 years of education have prepared her well for the duties on council.

As a former IB coordinator, Barnhart said she is well-acquainted with creating budgets and forming long range plans.

Wooten said he’s running to enhance Ashland’s “incredible potential” by taking “bold political stances.”

Wooten said he also would focus on engaging the town’s lesser-served communities and encourage them to become involved by promoting

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cultural events and establishing shelters for domestic violence and human trafficking victims.

He also described himself as a strong advocate of education reform with an emphasis on K-12 grades.

Hare is a 20-year resident of Ashland and said she wants to be involved in her community government.

She said her interests were sparked after attending the town’s Citizen Leadership Academy.

“It changed my thoughts and opened my eyes to what government can do for people,” Hare said during the forum.

“I love what I do and I want to keep serving.” said Abbott, who also is a CLA graduate. Completing her first term on council, Abbott said she is devoted and committed to moving Ashland forward.

Abbott serves on numerous boards and committees around town, including the Ashland Theatre.

Goldstein said he’s the most “new” of the candidates. Before moving to Ashland, Goldstein said he had lived “everywhere,” but is devoted to Ashland’s unique atmosphere, its walkability and “small town feel.”

Goldstein is a former professor and small business owner and said he hopes to bring “bright and imaginative ideas to council.

“I think we can do a lot of things better,” he said.

Trivett is the current mayor and is completing his second term on council.

“It’s been an enjoyable ride with some good times and some challenging times,” Trivett said.

He currently works as a carpenter mentoring young children in Church Hill, and said he considered not running for another term but his peers convinced him to seek another term.

“It’s a wonderful thing to serve,”

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Candidates invited to submit profiles

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor For citizens to gain a better perspective of the candidates in the May 5 General Election in the Town of Ashland, we welcome those on the ballot to submit profiles for publication in our April 29 edition.

We ask that the articles remain in the 300-word range, with background, qualifications and goals being spotlighted.

Please submit the candidate profiles, with a photo, to mkinser@mechlocal.com by Friday, April 24.

For more information, call 804-239-2897. he said.

Regarding financial impacts the current crisis could present for town budgets, Goldstein said he would explore various options to “make ends meet.”

As a former librarian, Barnhart said she is prepared to meet and find budget solutions.

Abbott reassured citizens that Ashland will rebound from the shutdown, and expressed confidence in Town Manager Josh Farrar and Assistant Town Manager Matt Reynal and their ability to meet these challenges.

“We’re going to be able to weather this storm,” Abbott said. “We are in good shape.”

Wooten and Hare also deferred to Farrar and his budgetary experience,

and pledged to follow that guidance.

Trivett managed multimilliondollar budgets while heading the county’s Community Services Board, but said the process involves more than just figures.

“It’s not just about the dollars,” he said. “It’s about the goals and responsibilities.”

All six candidates expressed a desire to address affordable housing concerns in the town’s limits.

“We need a plan of action that fits all,” said Barnhart, voicing her strong support for diverse communities.

Abbott reminded voters that Ashland has more affordable housing opportunities than any other area in Hanover County, but acknowledged it’s not enough.

“We still have a need,” she said.

“We’re moving in that direction.

Wooten said he would work to allow that lesser-served community to have a “louder voice” and greater participation, and that he would support more food banks in the area.

Hare expressed a need for all levels of the community to become involved in government to ensure representation for all of Ashland’s residents.

“Housing is not an easy nut to crack,” Trivett said. While exploring regional efforts to address the problem, the final remedy will require citizens to accept lower cost housing in their neighborhoods.”

Goldstein said he would explore the possibility of creating a business enterprise zone or tap in to other federal programs. He also would utilize zoning “to help home ownership.”

Abbott said council has reached out to minority communities by holding meetings and gathering input, but obstacles remain.

The relationship among differing racial communities is the centerpiece of Wooten’s candidacy. “It’s the heart of my agenda,” he said. He suggest-

ed events focused on that minority community, including those that are culturally-themed.

Improving racial harmony is something Trivett said “he’s been working on all of his life.” He is active with Hanover Habitat for Humanity and other organizations, and said “it’s time to knock these barriers down.”

Goldstein was a professor at an African American college, and said he would visit those communities and gather feedback. He also encouraged more voter registration among minorities.

Barnhart said she would establish working relationships among communities at an early age and establish mentoring and tutoring programs to serve those areas.

All of the candidates expressed a desire to maintain Ashland’s unique character while meeting the challenges of change.

“I want the citizens of Ashland to know that I’m interested in protecting what makes Ashland a special place to live,” Barnhart said in her closing remarks. “Ashland is fortunate to have strong government and I’m interested in serving because I truly want to know what the people in the community think and feel.”

“I’m eager to participate in helping this community however I can, working with any of the incredible people we have here,” Wooten said in his closing.

Trivett said he would continue a heartfelt dedication to his community and his responsibilities. “I will stay humble. I want to keep doing my homework and listening,” he said.

“My hope is that we continue to look out for each other.”

“This has been a fun time and an eye-opening experience,” Hare said in her closing remarks. “I would love to work hard for my town. I care about see DEBATE, pg. 17

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

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

Saturdays Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland Campus, located

at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland two miles west of U.S. 1, holds it church service at 5 p.m. with Pastor Nycholas Greig. For more information, visit www.trinityrichmond.net or call 804-270-9626.

Sundays 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. Katherine G. Dougherty is the Deacon in charge of All Souls. For more information, visit www.allsoulsva.org.

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. All are welcome. For more information, call 804-746-5081 or contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com.

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Narcotics Anonymous group, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey Regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. For more information, contact John Shinholser, McShin president, at 804-249-1845. The website is http://www.mcshin.org.

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Overcomers Outreach & Women’s Codependency is a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. at Shalom Baptist Church at 8116 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.

A Commanders coffee is held from 10 to 11 a.m. at American Legion Post 90 at 17662 Beaver Dam Rd. in Beaverdam to discuss issues of interest/befits of the American Legion. There also will be donuts. For more information, call Post Commander Eugene Truitt at 804-746-4734.

The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, mid-January through mid December, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland, just south of U.S. 54.

Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. For more information, visit www. hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536.

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Ashland and the citizens who live here.”

Abbott told voters she is passionate about Ashland and wants to continue serving. “I want to keep my job,” she said. “I love what I do and I want to keep serving.”

She urged citizens to engage their council members and provide input on community issues, especially during this crisis period.

Goldstein said, “It’s an honor to run for town council,” and expressed a desire to engage underserved populations. “I chose to run because I love what I see here and it’s important we have new ideas to tackle the tough problems.”

around to the left behind the trailer and you will see the nice new sign saying Lake Hanover Nature Trail.

Just down from there is a nice overlook where the trail begins.”

Linda added, “The Lake Hanover Nature Trail sign looks new, the overlooks look new, there are several new benches, and even an area near the marsh had fresh hay evidently to protect grass seed!”

She said the lake is “apparently from the Mechumps Creek.”

The Ashland Rotary Club meets weekly at noon at the Iron Horse Restaurant at 100 S. Railroad Ave. in in Ashland.

For more information, contact Steve Dunham at 804-4966093 or sandrdunham@yahoo. com.

Second Mondays The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a. m. to noon at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Rd. in Mechanicsville. It is one of several groups in the Richmond area that crochets, knits, sews, and quilts gifts for the American Red Cross to distributed to those in need.

Since its inception, the WEB has donated over 153,000 gifts locally, nationally and globally. If you can make it, the WEB can use it. There are so

When she and Jim were at the site, she said, “There were only a handful of people when we were there -- it was so quiet and serene. I suspect that Hanover County -- with time -- may add some additional signage to make it easier for people to find.”

She said they “almost gave up trying to find it!” “While we enjoyed the seclusion and quietness (and the birds singing and Canada geese quacking), we feel certain Hanover County wants to share it with its residents since it made the nice trails and overlooks and set out the nice benches!” Linda added.

ax submissions to calendar to 804-334-8746, email to mkinser@mechlocal.com, or mail to 8460 TimesDispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville VA 23116. Deadline is 3 p.m. Wednesday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Local.

many organizations in need of help. For more information, call Laurie Wagner at 804-7810338.

Third Mondays Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia illnesses meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month in Room E106 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact Jennifer Bean at 804-559-2805, Mark Elliott at 804-746-8288 or the church office at 804-746-9073.

The Hanover County Community Services Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at 12300 Washington Hwy. in Ashland.

Second Tuesdays The Mechanicsville Fellowship Club meets each month (excluding July and August) at 10:30 a.m. in Room G110 of Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in

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are solicitor processing, fingerprinting and notary services.

When you call 9-1-1, you will find the communications officer will ask additional questions about any COVID19- related issues with all parties involved.

Please know, regardless of health conditions at your home, we are going to be there when needed. The dep-

Mechanicsville. Bring a covered dish and join in with a group celebrating faith, fellowship, friends and fun.

Meetings are cancelled if Hanover County Public Schools are two hours late or cancelled due to inclement weather. To register, call the church at 804-746-9073; for more information, all Janet Lewis at 804-398-8947.

Cold Harbor Road Church of Christ will meet at noon on the second Tuesday of each month, beginning Jan. 14.

There is no cost for the luncheon. This is a time for those that have lost their spouses, or now find themselves alone, to meet, socialize, and encourage once another. For more information, call 863-381-1867.

The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the Historic Courthouse Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Tuesday through December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit http://www. hanoverhistorical.org/index. uties will be apprised of the situation and have protective equipment to keep everyone safe. If possible, the deputy may be able to take the report over the phone.

Our lobby remains open, but we encourage you to please call the main number first 804-365-6110 to see if we can assist you by phone.

We have implemented these best practices to be sure you, our deputies and our families remain safe and healthy.

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››› “Matilda” (1996) Mara Wilson. ’ Å

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We’re Here ’ Å

(9:55) ››‡ “The Lucky Ones” (2008) ‘R’ Å

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Elementary ’ Å

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(WTBS)

››‡ “Riddick” (2013) Vin Diesel, Karl Urban. Å (DVS)

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(A&E)

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35

(WTBS)

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(11:00) ››‡ “The Mummy” (1999) ’ Å

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Expedition Unknown ’

44

(DISC)

Expedition Unknown ’

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››› “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” ’

“The Wrong Student” (2017) Jessica Morris. Å

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(11:40) ››› “Midnight Special” ’

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“Master of the Shadowless Kick: Wong Kei-Ying”

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(LIFE)

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56

(AMC)

(2:30) ›››› “Unforgiven” (1992)

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have a good supply. They have exercised effective processes that were already established to plan, forecast and obtain what is needed.

Our Logistics team has definitely set a great example for the region. In addition to our efforts, there are businesses in the community that are donating PPE and providing meals to our members. We have citizens hand-making PPE for our daily use. We have a great community!

Hanover has truly come together to help take care of

our first responders.

In response to COVID19, the State of Emergency and our Local Declaration of Emergency, we also took direct steps to reduce the impact on our county. We set up our Incident Management Team to support the local government and manage the response. A few areas the team has supported for the county include: working with all the nursing homes and assisted living facilities within the county, centralizing an Infection Control Officer, tracking trends of COVID patients in Hanover, provide personnel to support the regional team to include

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CERT volunteers and help set up a meal distribution for our elderly/citizens in need. These are just a few of the areas we continue to support.

Our members are dedicated to seeing this through and their commitment to service is exemplary every time someone calls for help.

Moving forward, our members are here to respond when needed. We will continue to utilize our Incident Management Team to support the citizens and Hanover County to ensure we prepared.

We are here for our citizens when needed to provide service with compassion.

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Our personnel also are working closely with you to assess community needs. For decades, building community partnerships has been at the foundation of all our operations. We recognize that no law enforcement or government agency can manage a crisis alone.

Our success will always be measured in how we work together to face the toughest obstacles. I saw this first-hand when in 2011 more than 6,000 of our Hanover citizens came together to search for a missing

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well as any citizen, can connect with their Sheriff ’s Office and receive email/text alerts, newsletters and important information. I encourage you to register for SHIELD on the Sheriff ’s Office website at www.hanoversheriff.com/362/ HCSO-SHIELD-Program .

First responders are very adept at dealing with critical incidents. This is what we do every day and how we are trained.

I am grateful for the outpouring of support the Sheriff ’s Office receives from our community. We are truly blessed and I thank you.

autistic child.

Similarly, members of our faith community, in partnership with the Sheriff ’s Office Worship Watch program, are supporting those in need. I am aware of hundreds of families being provided food and resources through the generosity of our faith community. Helping each other is the Hanover way!

We also are working with elected officials and community leaders to increase COVID19 messaging through our SHIELD program. SHIELD is how our Business Watch, Neighborhood Watch and Worship Watch partners, as

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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

NASCAR goes online for ‘Richmond’ race Richmond Raceway featured in iRacing broadcast

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor

Chris Graythen/Getty Images for NASCAR

Christopher Bell, driver of the No. 95 Procore Chevrolet, flips after contact with Ryan Blaney, driver of the No. 12 Advance Auto Parts Ford, during the eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series Toyota Owners 150 at Richmond Raceway Sunday.

WALKERTON – Sunday afternoon, we were supposed to have the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond Raceway.

Instead, we settled for the Toyota Owners 150 on a virtual Richmond Raceway in a computer server somewhere in the cloud.

The race was part of NASCAR’s iRacing Pro Invitational Series, an exhibition series featuring drivers from all levels of NASCAR competition: NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series. The roster of drivers includes NASCAR dignitaries.

On a lark, given I wasn’t having to wear my earmuffs at the real Richmond Raceway this weekend – the weekend’s races were part of a group postponed

as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic – and I was getting no calls while on duty at my volunteer rescue squad, so I decided to check it out.

Let’s be clear: I am not a Luddite. I may be old enough to have played the original generation of Pong on my best friend’s TV, and I may be old enough to have learned to program computers on punch cards, and I may be old enough to have to use 5-1/4 inch floppy disks when booting up a computer in order to load its operating system – but I am still pretty tech savvy now.

I can admit to being impressed with the quality of the simulation now. The virtual Richmond Raceway looks a lot like the current Richmond Raceway – although the simulation reflects the grandstands before they started knocking some of them down. The track configuration comes complete with the black stains burned onto the surface of the track.

There are nice touches in the details. Fans walk around outside the track. Pit road looks as crowded as always (assuming the simulation has properly populated the scene), and the infield has the garage area – but way too much available parking inside. (It’s been years since I’ve been able to park in the infield.) It even had VCU’s

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medevac helicopter parked near the Infield Care Center.

The view and feel – except for the g-forces – from inside the car are pretty good. Having taken a spin with Aric Almirola at Richmond Raceway a few years ago, I can say the visual sensation I got coming out of Turn 2 toward the outside wall is pretty much on target. I rode shotgun and remembered hoping that Almirola didn’t get too close to the wall – it sure felt like he was tempting fate. I got the same feeling from the cockpit view of the virtual cars. The race winner, William Byron, even did the obligatory burnout after taking the checkered flag.

The flesh-and-blood drivers themselves had pretty impressive setups, with big multiscreen computer consoles and a cockpit setup with steering wheel, pedals – even a multispeed transmission.

It was a lot more elaborate than the old Night Driver game some friends and I dropped too many quarters to count in when we worked at Joys Cinema City 6.

But there were glitches.

Sometimes, stalls on pit road that shouldn’t have been empty were. Other times, cars magically disappeared – but at least they reappeared where they would have ended up anyway if they had not disapparated.

One time, a car coming off pit road knocked a green traffic cone onto the track. Instead of getting a caution, the cone mysteriously – or, more accurately, digitally – vanished.

The virtual race came with wrecks and cautions – more wrecks cautions than we’ve been getting lately at Richmond. In that respect, one might argue the action was more exciting than in real life.

From a reporting standpoint, there is something to be security gates, no need to go scrumming in the photogra- television reporter or throw- Media Room in the Infield said for “covering” iRacing: no to photo meetings, no fighting pher’s area in Victory Lane for a ing elbows for space in the Media Center. long lines for credentials or at for a spot on photo stands, no view not blocked by a 6-foot-6 [Legendary] Randy Hallman There were elements of

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Top, Christopher Bell’s No. 20 Rheem Toyota emerges from the smoke during an actual celebratory burnout after winning the Go Bowling 250 at Richmond Raceway on Sept.

20, 2019. Bell led for 238 of the 250 laps in that race.

Chris Graythen/Getty Images for NASCAR

Bottom, William Byron, driver of the No. 24 Axalta Chevrolet, celebrates with a virtual burnout after winning the eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series Toyota Owners 150 at Richmond Raceway Sunday. The simulation doesn’t quite capture the experience of a live victory.

the absurd, too. The race was broadcast live on FS1 and the FOX Sports app, complete with broadcast crew of Mike Joy, Jeff Gordon and Larry McReynolds.

To hear them talk of tire wear on a virtual track triggered my cognitive dissonance alerts. To have cars go for virtual repairs after virtual wrecks was somewhat surreal – though a particularly long repair gave Kevin Harvick a chance to get lunch and check his social media, not something one can usually do at the real Richmond Raceway.

At least none of the drivers needed to ride in an ambulance to the Infield Care Center after a wreck – unless it was for repetitive stress injury (even then, they probably would have been able to drive themselves).

In the end, when trying to come up with a pithy way to sum up the experience, all I could really come up with was, “Uuuuuuhhh ….”

Don’t get me wrong. If I could manage the setup the drivers had at their homes, I would probably have fun. But I don’t know how long I could manage to have fun at it. There are only so many virtual left turns this man can take.

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

MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES EPISCOPAL

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN

LUTHERAN

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

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

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

Family oriented & God-centered.

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

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

"The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Find out more on our web: lbcrichmond.com Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170 COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

NAZARENE HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8391 Atlee Rd. 23116 / www.hopenow.cc office@hopenow.cc Atlee Christian Academy PK - 5th Grade & Afterschool Care 746-3900 www.atleechristianacademy.com

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Broadus Memorial Baptist 1 Church - 2 Locations!

5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116.

8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship Hebron Campus 3407 King William Rd. Aylett (at Mangohick) 23009 11am Contemporary Worship Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org

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Belong, Believe, Become

HopeNow Counseling Center Licensed Counselors available 277-4558 / paul@hopenow.cc

Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800

PRESBYTERIAN Fairfield Presbyterian Church 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.

Worship Service, 12 pm.

Wednesday evening Prayer Meeting, 6:30pm.

Church phone: 746-2788

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday - Bible Study for all ages, 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

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 Now worshiping via Live Stream on YouTube & Facebook Live on Sundays at 8:30 a.m.

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

ROMAN CATHOLIC

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

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Church of the Redeemer 8275 Meadowbridge Road 746-4911 www.churchredeemer.org Mass celebrated on Saturday 5:30 PM Sunday 8:00 & 10:00 AM

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

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

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County receives VACo honor Hanover County has Development. been recognized by the VACo received 60 entries Virginia Association of for the statewide contest.

Counties as the recipient Former Hanover County of the 2010 Achievement assistant administrator Award for the Dominion Marilyn Blake joined Lane Resources Greentech Ramsey, former Chesterfield Incubator.

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

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

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

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

Final accreditation reports are expected on Sept. 15.

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

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

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VACo received 60 entries for the statewide contest.

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in demand for the agency’s ser- Cold Harbor District while

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

Abram Dean’s “first real thing” in terms of performing paid off earlier this year when he captured the title of Hanover Junior Idol.

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

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

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

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CASE No. 2019-GC-42-00111 & 112 South State Bank, s/b/m to Park Sterling Bank, as agent under durable power of attorney dated September 8, 2014; Petitioner, vs. Patricia Friel Mcpheeters, an allegedly incapacitated individual; Clessie Lee Morrisette, Jr.; William Andrew Cathey; Marion Vance Cathey, Jr.; Brenda Cathey Pron; Gerald Thomas Childress a/k/a Jerry T. Childress; Sharon Burke; Carol Jean Burke a/k/a Jean Burke; Patricia Cordrey a/k/a Patricia Kincaid; Cheryl Gunter a/k/a Sherril Gunter; Respondents.

TO THE RESPONDENT(S) LISTED ABOVE: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to Answer the Petition for Finding of Incapacity and Appointment of Guardian and the Petition for Finding of Incapacity and Appointment of Conservator in these actions, copies of which are herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answers upon the Petitioner(s) listed above at the following address(es): Thomas D. Kilpatrick, Esquire, 2512 Devine Street, Columbia, SC 29205. Your Answers must be served on the Petitioner at the above address within thirty (30) days after the service of this Summons and Petitions upon you, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer the Petitions within that time, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Petitions.

YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that a hearing has been scheduled in these matters on July 28, 2020 at 11:00 a.m., at the Spartanburg County Probate Court, located at 180 Magnolia Street, Room 302, Spartanburg, SC 29306, to hear and decide the Petition for Finding of Incapacity and Appointment of Guardian and the Petition for Finding of Incapacity and Appointment of Conservator. Probate Court recommends that all interested parties be represented by counsel licensed to practice law in South Carolina. If any interested party wishes to represent himself/herself, he/she will be required to adhere to the South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and South Carolina Rules of Evidence.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONING REZ2019-00037, AIR PARK ASSOCIATES, L.P. Request(s) an amendment to the proffers approved with rezoning request C-13-94(c), Air Park Associates, on GPINs 7798-44-0937, 7798-440663, 7798-44-2350, 7798-33-3765, 7798-34-2121, 7798-24-8382, 7798-24-6569, 7798-24-4811, 7798-25-1001, 7798-35-3160, 7798-35-4750, 7798-35-0225, 7798-25-6471, 7798-45-3554, 7798-54-5903, 7798-33-9427, 7798-43-4904, 7798-43-4481, 7798-43-8505, 7798-53-1614, and 7798-35-1840, consisting of approximately 217.34 acres, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions. The property is located on the west line of Sliding Hill Road (State Route 656) approximately 1000 feet south of its intersection with Ashcake Road (State Route 657) and on the south line of Ashcake Road (State Route 657) approximately 800 feet west of its intersection with Sliding Hill Road (State Route 656). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Limited Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the development of a warehouse/distribution facility. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Ashland SPECIAL EXCEPTION SE2020-00005, AIR PARK ASSOCIATES, L.P. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-336 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to allow a building height taller than permitted on GPINs 7798-44-0937, 7798-44-0663, 7798-44-2350, 7798-33-3765, 7798-34-2121, 7798-24-8382, 7798-24-6569, 7798-24-4811, 7798-25-1001, 7798-35-3160, 7798-35-4750, 7798-35-0225, 7798-25-6471, 7798-45-3554, 7798-54-5903, 7798-33-9427, 7798-43-4904, 7798-43-4481, 7798-43-8505, 7798-53-1614, and 7798-35-1840, consisting of approximately 217.34 acres, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, and located on the west line of Sliding Hill Road (State Route 656) approximately 1,000 feet south of its intersection with Ashcake Road (State Route 657) and on the south line of Ashcake Road (State Route 657) approximately 800 feet west of its intersection with Sliding Hill Road (State Route 656). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Ashland Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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State farmers adapt to changes resulting from the pandemic Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND — From supply chain interruptions to slowed revenue streams, farmers are facing myriad challenges caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Markets that were previously profitable are now pinched as businesses and organizations modify their operations to comply with guidelines to stem the spread of COVID-19.

“A lot of our produce is wholesale, and we provide to wholesale markets,” said Kari Sponaugle, a Highland County farmer and Virginia Cooperative Extension 4-H agent who owns Church Hill Produce with her husband, Michael. “But a lot of our wholesalers were selling to cafeterias and to restaurants.”

Those businesses have changed dramatically in a short time.

“We’re being faced with how to sell our produce and what that’s going to look like

for the future,” Sponaugle said.

To adapt to market and production changes, farmers, farming organizations and advocacy groups are uniting to network and share ideas on how to adjust their business

Federation. “Farmers who have traditionally relied on in-person sales for their production are being forced to go online.”

Software platforms like Lulus Local Food provide opportunities for farmers to

“We’ve been working with farmers and farmers markets entering e-commerce for the first time in order to facilitate direct-to-consumer sales.”

TONY BANKS Senior assistant director Agriculture, Development and Innovation Virginia Farm Bureau Federation

practices while complying with executive orders and restrictions.

“We’ve been working with farmers and farmers markets entering e-commerce for the first time in order to facilitate direct-to-consumer sales,” said Tony Banks, senior assistant director of Agriculture, Development and Innovation for Virginia Farm Bureau

sell online to customers. Many also are participating in drivethrough farmers markets and on-farm pickups so customers can place orders in advance and pick up their purchases without leaving their vehicles.

The aim is to make things convenient and accessible for consumers while maintaining social distance. see FARMERS, pg. 27

FARMERS Continued from pg. 26

In addition to quickly adapting to new ways of conducting business, farmers are facing significant price decreases for cattle, milk and grains.

“This is very discouraging for them when they see sold out or depleted sections of food at their grocer,” Banks noted.

“It’s not that the food system has run out; school and restaurant closures and consumer panic-buying have created disruptions in the supply chain, requiring processors to shift

SHERIFF Continued from pg. 20

As we navigate together through this difficult time, I am reminded that our community is more than just a geographic location — we are a family.

As a family, our call to action is to continue to be there

product lines and distribution.”

The pandemic also adds an additional layer of uncertainty to agricultural commodity markets and an anticipated resumption of trade among the U.S., Canada, China and Mexico, Banks said.

Some farmers may get some financial help from the recently passed Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. Farmers are encouraged to check the websites of the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Small Business Administration, or contact a local USDA service center to see if they qualify for assistance. for one another.

That call is being fulfilled every day by you, your Sheriff ’s Office, Fire-EMS, Emergency Communications and the many heroes in our community and abroad.

Thank you for your partnerships and, remember, when you need us, we will be there.

Vaccinations help protect horses by lowering risk of mosquito-borne illnesses Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND -- As warmer temperatures return to Virginia, so does the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses for horses.

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) encourages horse owners to talk to their veterinarians about vaccinating their horses for West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE).

“The mortality rate for WNV is 30 percent and up to 90 percent for EEE. Vaccinations are effective for six to 12 months. Many veterinarians recommend vaccination every six months in

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areas where the disease occurs frequently,” said Dr. Carolynn Bissett, VDACS interim state veterinarian. “For the vaccine to be effective, it must be given at least two weeks before the horse is exposed to the virus. To stimulate full

immunity, horses must be vaccinated twice, about 30 days apart, during the first year of vaccination.”

Horse owners should contact their veterinarian to schedule the WNV and EEE vaccination. Other preven-

tion methods include dumping or draining standing water breeding sites for mosquitoes, such as containers and puddles; using insect repellents and removing animals from mosquito-infested areas during peak biting times, usually dusk to dawn and turning off the lights in and around the barn at night. The presence of an infected horse in the area indicates that mosquitoes carrying EEE or WNV are present and those insects pose a threat to both humans and horses.

For more information on WNV or EEE, contact the VDACS Office of Veterinary Services at 804.786.2483 or go to vdacs.virginia.gov/animalsanimal-health.shtml.

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