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Memorial Day ceremony canceled due to COVID-19 (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Marcy G. Durrer, recreation program director, of Hanover County Parks and Recreation.) ASHLAND -- As Governor Northam’s Executive Order 53 and 55 remain in effect, as well as the need for social distancing to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID19), the Hanover County Memorial Day Ceremony, scheduled for Monday, May 25, at the Hanover Veterans Memorial in Hanover Wayside Park, has been canceled. While unable to physically gather to honor the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country, this Memorial Day tribute will be different than any other. Please take time to do something special with your family to recognize the importance of this holiday. As part of our tribute, Hanover County Parks and Recreation will be sharing ideas through social media (Facebook and Twitter @ hanoverparksrec and Instagram @hanovertomatofestival) leading up to

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Raymond Shrader was cheered by staff as he left Memorial Regional Medical Center after his battle with the coronavirus (COVID-19).

MECHANICSVILLE – “It felt like my head was going to explode.” That’s how Raymond Shrader remembers the most excruciating symptom he was experiencing when he became a victim of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The Mechanicsville resident said, “I didn't feel anything unusual Saturday morning. I was out running errands and by Saturday afternoon [March 28], I had to lie down because I suddenly started feeling bad.”

He said he was in bed all day Sunday and knew that he would not be able to go to work on Monday. “I got my son to take me to my primary care doctor. They met me in the parking lot to refer me to Med Express to be tested for COVID.” On Wednesday, April 1, he learned he tested positive for the virus, which reached pandemic status earlier this year. “I was instructed to stay home and treat the symptoms and to go to the emergency room if anything got worse. By Friday morning, I was struggling

to breathe and my son had to call 911. I was rushed to MRMC [Memorial Regional Medical Center],” Raymond said last Thursday. “All I remember in the ambulance was feeling like the driver was flying and the paramedic kept saying, ‘Stay with me, Buddy! Stay with me!’ I knew then, I was in trouble.” Upon admission to the hospital, he said the worst symptom was what he described as “a raging headache.” On April 6, Raymond was moved to the Critical Care Unit. The followsee COVID-19, pg. 13

HCSB addresses instruction plans, coronavirus financial impacts By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND -- Calculating the budget impacts of an ongoing pandemic that has shuttered most of America’s economy is tricky in the best of circumstances. Finding and filling those holes on a tight deadline is even more difficult, but that’s the situation facing Hanover County school officials. The Hanover County School Board met electronically on Tuesday, April 21, to begin considering that problem, but firm answers are still not set in stone. Utilizing a Zoom application, board members held their regular April business meeting see HCSB, pg. 4

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ECHANICSVILLE – In memory of her late husband Dana, Lee Nelson will continue her family’s efforts of helping to find a cure for multiple sclerosis by participating in the Walk MS Richmond on Saturday, May 2. However, due to the guidelines surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, her “walk” will be in the virtual world. Finding a cure for the disease is Lee’s ultimate goal. “You know how important finding a cure for this disease is to me. My husband Dana was always sure that there would be one for him in his lifetime. It would be awesome if the funds that Team Hanover raises helps even one person!” she said. She recently joined with other top fundraisers, as well as “old and new friends who are living with MS, and tons of warriors trying to fight this terrible disease.” Despite her very personal loss, she added, “I’m so excited to be fundraising to find a cure! We are confident that it will happen soon!” To Lee, the support she receives from what she calls “wonderful donors” has helped “Team Hanover raise

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Lee Nelson continues to raise funds to find a cure for multiple sclerosis, which took the life of her husband Dana. She will take part in a virtual MS Walk on May 2.

almost $132,000 since 2003.” “Since 2010, I have personally raised $84,855.25! I hope you will support me this year as I try to reach $20,000. No donation is too small. Every dollar counts. Start collecting your pennies and, if you’re local, I will come to get them,” she said. While Lee said her team is very small, she welcomes more members to her team

as a walker of virtual walker. “And I challenge you to raise $100 for the team. I would love to see lots of new team members on May 2. Register now to join Team Hanover,” she said. To access Lee’s personal page to make a secure online donation, go to https:// secure.nationalmssociety. org/site/TR?fr_id=30614&pg =personal&px=7827376.

Spring events in county canceled or postponed The following Hanover County related events have been cancelled or postponed due to the coronavirus health issue: The K9 Heroes event at Pole Green Park

has been postponed from April 18 to Oct. 3. The household hazardous waste special recycling event at Verdi Lane that had been see EVENTS, pg. 4

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue of Catlin Road/Aquarius Drive, Mechanicsville.

March 6

Obtaining money by false pretenses, $200, was reported in the 9100 block of Atlee Lake Court, Mechanicsville. Simple assault was reported in the 10100 block of Kings Dominion Boulevard, Doswell. DWI, 1st offense, was reported in the 7100 block of Fire Lane, Mechanicsville. Sale and distribution of imitation Schedule IV drugs was reported in the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Old Hickory Drive, Mechanicsville.

March 7

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 11100 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.

DWI, 1st offense, was reported in the 10200 block of Ashcake Road, Ashland.

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

Simple assault was reported in the 8300 block of Raven Run Drive, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 6500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Simple assault was reported in the 7500 block of Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville. DWI, 1st offense, was reported in the 7100 block

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 11200 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen. Reckless handling of firearm was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. DWI, 2nd offense in 5 years, was reported in the 11000 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 6000 block of Northfall Creek Parkway, Mechanicsville.

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

Breaking and entering into building to commit larceny/ assault and battery/etc. was reported in the 10400 block of Leadbetter Road, Ashland.

Credit card theft was reported in the 7300 block of Dress Blue Circle, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money by false pretenses, $200, was reported in the 200 block of England Street, Ashland.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Vandalism was reported in the 15100 block of Dunn Road, Montpelier.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville. Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 6600 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 6000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 13400 block of Liberty School Road, Ashland.

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

Credit card theft was reported in the 7900 block of Kenmore Drive, Ashland.

Unauthorized use of vehicle, boat or animal was reported in the 9500 block of Windsor Shade Drive, Ashland.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 7200 block of Pegway Lane, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an

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RICHMOND — On Thursday, April 2, Governor Ralph Northam extended the current ban on elective surgeries by one week, until May 1, and the closure of Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pub Simple assault was lic-facing offices by two weeks, reported in the 7200 block until May 11. Virginia State of Garden Park Lane, Police are directed to continue Mechanicsville. suspending the enforcement of Larceny or theft, 3rd or motor vehicle inspections and subsequent offense, was take several additional meareported in the 7300 sures through July 31. block of Bell Creek Road, The ban on elective surMechanicsville. geries will continue while the Bomb/burn threat accused, Governor and State Health 15, was reported in the Commissioner M. Norman 6400 block of Cardinal Way, Oliver, MD, MA continue to Mechanicsville. evaluate, in conjunction with hospitals and other medical DWI, 2nd offense in 5 facilities, how to safely ease years, was reported in restrictions on non-essential the 8300 block of Stumpy medical procedures, and the Road, Hanover. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Henrico County, Mechanicsville.

availability of personal protective equipment. “My top priority is protecting public health, and that includes ensuring that our frontline medical staff have the equipment they need to stay safe as they treat Virginians who are sick,” said Governor Northam. “We have increased our supply of PPE, but before we allow elective surgeries to resume, we must first be assured that the doctors, nurses, and medical staff who are fighting this virus or conducting emergency surgeries have the necessary supplies. We are working with medical facilities on plans to ensure that we can resume elective surgeries safely and responsibly.” The public health emergency order does not apply to any procedure if the delay would see BAN, pg. 4

March 10

Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 9500 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 12500 block of Harley Club Drive, Ashland.

was reported in the 12100 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.

March 9

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 12000 block of Doswell Road, Doswell.

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accident with damages, $1,000, in the 12600 block of Greenwood Road/wins Church Road, Glen Allen.

Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 16400 block of Little River Drive, Beaverdam.

Simple assault was reported in the 7600 block of Left Flank Road, Mechanicsville.

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HANOVER -- Paving activities for the Creighton Road/Cold Harbor Road Roundabout Project was scheduled to begin on Monday, April 27, weather permitting. This is the first phase of paving and will build up sections of existing roads up to the same level as the new sections of the roundabout. The Hanover County

from remote locations, with as many as 80 people attending, virtually. There were few technical glitches and the board considered a limited agenda that included items directly related to the COVID-19 crisis. Terry Stone, assistant superintendent for Finance, provided an update on how the crisis will affect the system’s FY 2020 and FY 2021 budgets. Regarding the 2020 budget that runs through July 1 of this year, Stone said initial estimates indicate the system is on sound financial ground and

Department of Public Works advises drivers to be aware that these paving activities will slow traffic through this area and would recommend, if possible, that you use other alternate routes. There will be additional paving activities as the project progresses and the county will work to keep the public informed when those are

planned to occur. The project is scheduled to be completed at the end of July. For more information, contact Randy Hardman, deputy director of Public Works, at 804-365-6376 or wrhardman@ hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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cause harm to a patient. The order also does not apply to outpatient visits in hospitalbased clinics, family planning services, or emergency needs. Hospitals continue to treat emergency patients and perform essential surgeries, and Virginians should feel safe going to hospitals if they are experiencing a medical emergency, such as a heart attack. Northam also amended Executive Order Fifty-Seven to allow licensed physician’s assistants with two or more years of clinical experience to practice

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scheduled for April 18 is postponed. (There is expected to be another opportunity in the fall.) The e-waste collection event at Verdi Lane on April 25 is postponed. (Plans are to provide another opportunity in

“on track” to return unused funds from this year to the county’s budget for use in the school’s Capital Improvement Plan. In addition, the school system has pledged $750,000 to assist in offsetting the county’s fourth quarter shortfall. “This pandemic will have some impacts on our revenues for the current year and certainly for our expenditures,” Stone said. “We’re monitoring that closely and we believe we are on track to meet our cash turn back to the county at yearend, which helps to fund our subsequent year CIP.” Regarding the county’s

request for assistance in meeting their budget shortfall, Stone said, “We think we can meet that also.” Due to the lack of lunch sales, the School Nutrition Fund will end the year with a negative balance of about $1 million. Stone said there are indications the schools would receive about $860,000 in stimulus funds and a federal reimbursement for the mobile meals provided for the past weeks, more than 28,000 of them served so far. Not unlike other localities or school systems,

Hanover County is proud to honor all who have served our great nation. For more information, con-

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without a collaborative agreement. The Governor also extended Executive Directive Seven, which closed Virginia’s 75 DMV offices and its mobile units to the public and extended the validity of driver’s licenses and vehicle credentials that were due to expire. Thursday’s action decrees that those credentials will be valid through July 31. Virginians who need to renew a license or vehicle registration are encouraged to do so online. He expanded Executive Directive Eight, directing the Virginia State Police to suspend enforcement of the time

period in which new Virginia residents must get a driver’s license or register their vehicles, the expiration of temporary license plates, and the time period in which temporary residents may operate vehicles with out-of-state plates. This directive continues the suspension of enforcement of motor vehicle inspections by Virginia State Police. While local law enforcement may still issue citations for expired vehicle inspections, Governor Northam encourages them to refrain from doing so during this pandemic. The directive is in effect until July 31.

the fall.) The prescription drug take-back event on April 25 is postponed. (Plans are to provide another opportunity in the fall.) The “Spirit of Volunteerism” event that had been set for May 5 has been postponed until the fall. The “Business

Appreciation Day” held by the Department of Economic Development has been postponed from May 7 until the fall. The “Finding Value in Your Prime” active aging event has been cancelled. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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Thank you to those who sacrifice all during crisis By Melody Kinser Managing Editor uch deserved praise is being heaped upon those health care workers who are being referred to as the front lines as we continue to battle a pandemic unlike anything most of us have ever seen in our lives. One evening last week, I was thinking how many family members and friends devote themselves to caring for others. The majority of them are or have been employed as nurses, with varying levels of education. I was impressed as more names came to mind. Their sacrifices on a daily basis have always amazed me and left me with such a

sense of pride for the incredibly giving work they do for others. As we continue to function in a day-to-day existence of the unknown, health care workers have become the heroes of this deadly coronavirus (COVID-19). Without hesitation, they are spending countless hours in hospitals and quarantining themselves from their families and loved ones when they aren’t on-site at work. This has become one of those times that we recognize and fully appreciate a population of our society that goes through the process of helping the sick, with little, if any, thought to their own safety. They are living proof of the oath they took

when they entered the medical field. I can’t imagine the sadness they have experienced in losing patients to COVID-19, yet I celebrate the images of those who survive and are applauded as they leave the hospital. Hooray to the health care folks on the front lines! No one is seeking fame in this tragic time, but those involved merit our thanks and support if and when we return to a normal lifestyle. I’m not going to speculate about that. Saying “Thank you” doesn’t seem adequate during these circumstances. But it’s heartfelt and sincere. Photos and videos of the health care workers stream across various outlets. Whenever

they get a break to dance and lip sync, it’s a sweet feeling of relief to witness. Their lives have certainly changed -- and improved -- ours. Even though it doesn’t seem enough, I do offer a “Thank you” to our local hospital, clinic, and private practice health care workers. Without you, we wouldn’t have any hope as the numbers seem to jump around with deaths and cases reported. I can only imagine the adrenalin rush of seeing a coronavirus survivor bid goodbye to the hospital, eager to return home. To the health care workers on a local, state, national and global level, “Thank you!” You are our hope and in our prayers.

John Prine’s lyrics told a story like no one else could By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist I was introduced to the music of John Prine when I was dragged to one of his concerts at Chrysler Hall in Norfolk. Honestly, the only reason I agreed to attend was to see the number one billing that night: Dave Mason. I immediately noticed a difference in the audience from most concerts I’d attended. It was a cross-section

of America seated in the auditorium that night. A person in the group with whom I attended described the crowd as eclectic. Prine opened with an acoustic set that I mostly ignored. He had the type of voice that did not garner immediate attention. Years later, I realized it was the only voice that could transmit the unique musings of a man that told a story like no one else on this planet. That night, however, I was not

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the brochure and began reading lyrics from a collection of John Prine songs. “Who thinks like this?” I immediately thought. But, the words would not release me, and I found myself chuckling aloud to some of the lines while others almost produced a tear. I discovered I wasn’t the only one who appreciated Prine’s approach to life as expressed in his lyrics, and, today, Prine is recognized as one of the most influential songwriters and

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lyricists of our generation. “He appears on stage with such modesty he almost seems to be backing into the spotlight. He sings rather quietly, and his guitar work is good, but he doesn't show off. He starts slow. But after a song or two, even the drunks in the room begin to listen to his lyrics. And then he has you,” wrote Chicago Sun Times critic Roger Ebert who, along with Kris Kristofferson, is credited with discovering Prine in the hippie-laden folk scene in Chicago. Drafted in to the Army during the Vietnam era, Prine served his enlistment in Germany, returned to the United States, and pursued his dream of writing and performing. Through decades of concerts and dozens of songs, Prine made a comfortable living doing what he loved while amassing a following of loyal fans. The lyrics were often cutting, too crass for some or elusive for others, but, for many, the words hit close to see LYRICS, pg. 8

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Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Dickerson will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, May 3. They were married in Brooklyn, New York, on that date in 1970. Mr. Dickerson served for 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps and taught Marine Corps Junior ROTC at Highland Springs High School for another 20 years. The couple resides in Mechanicsville. They have three children and four grandchildren.

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home and displayed a social consciousness and humor that captured the human condition in a unique way. When Prine was stricken with the coronavirus and passed earlier this month, it was the kind of news that meant a lot to some, and not so much to others. But John Prine left the kind of gift that will continue delivering smiles and smirks for generations to come. He remains one of America’s least-discovered gems, his words of wisdom sitting and waiting for the least enlightened to discover.

Finding the right John Prine lyrics to close this column wasn’t easy, and, after hours of reading, I came to the realization that any of them would do. This advice comes courtesy of a man who could express that thought you believed no one else imagined other than you. I won’t say they are words to live by . . . But you decide. Kiss a little baby Give the world a smile If you take an inch Give ’em back a mile Cause it you lie like a rug And you don’t give a damn You’re never gonna be As happy as a clam

ECHANICSVILLE -- Steven Scanlon has accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. On April 14, U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman, R-1, called Steven to offer him the prestigious appointment. Steven began the application process last summer, and had been awarded a congressional nomination by Wittman earlier this year. The nomination allowed Steven to continue the application process. He will report to West Point on June 29 (R-Day) in West Point, New York. West Point is located about 50 miles outside New York City. He is a senior at Atlee High School, varsity wrestler and varsity lacrosse player. Steven is the son of Bob and Erica Scanlon of Mechanicsville. “We couldn't be more proud of all his hard work and dedication,” his parents said.

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Neale Culver (Judi) and Margaret Watkins (Wes); nine grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Charles Cole Culver (Sarah); three nephews and one niece. David was the son of Charles Culver and Elizabeth Bowen Cole Culver. He attended Benedictine High School and joined the Army in 1953. David was a 32-year employee with AMF. He was a member of Mechanicsville Baptist Church, Kings Men Sunday School Class and dearly loved his church family. He coached and officiated at Mechanicsville Little League and Hanover Youth Basketball, of which he was also a founder. David loved all sports and especially enjoyed attending his children’s and grandchildren’s games and events. In his later years he took up golfing and loved going on outings with buddies, Norman and Jimmy. His greatest joy was his family and at family gatherings he would usually say to Janice “we did all of this.” Memorial donations may be made to Men in Ministry at Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. A memorial service in his honor will be held at a later date. Online guestbook is available at affinityfuneralservice.com.

least are often the ones who teach us the very most. James Wright Ellis was one of these people. A graduate of both Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and The University of Richmond and a dedicated employee of 38 years for DuPont, Jim engineered beyond his work as a craftsman. He built a life of laughter, traditions and many teaching moments for his family, which we will long remember. Though he wasn’t talkative, he will be known by the words and memories that come to mind when we think of him: Hokie, red cups filled with tea, hamburgers, ospreys, “stop asking questions and just do it like I tell ya,” boat rides, speedy jet-skis, waterskiing, “don’t,” the color “urnge” and Jimmy Buffet music on the pier. We knew “Pop can fix anything,” with his hand-built treasures, hammers, trains and Bisquick pancakes for breakfast. But most of all, he was known for his inclusivity, and will be remembered as a loving husband and faithful father and grandfather. Jim is survived by his wife, Brenda Baughan Ellis; and his sister-in-law, Betty Lou Beach. He was most proud of his three children and their spouses, James “Jamie” and his wife, Holly Ellis, of Simpsonville, S.C., Sheri and her husband, Stephen Castle, of Mechanicsville, Va. and

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Michelle and her husband, Robert Conklin, of Asheville, N.C. His greatest treasures were his seven grandchildren, Sarah, Stephen and Sam Castle, Mary Taylor, Katie and Chance Conklin and Caleb Ellis. We knew him affectionately as Pop. He was 74 years old and went to his heavenly home on April 22, 2020. We are thankful for Pop’s examples of service through his 53 year marriage, his work at Chamberlayne Baptist Church as a deacon of 35 years and member of the premises and finance committees, his service through the United States National Guard and his love for the riva’, which he shared with friends and family. Jim’s strong commitment to education is mirrored in his children and grandchildren. He believed there is no greater gift than learning and that this gift can never be taken away. We love you, Pop, and you will be missed by many. Please consider sending memorial gifts to the Virginia Baptist Foundation Scholarship Fund at 2828 Emerywood Parkway, Henrico, Va. 23294. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

and a 32-year retired employee of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Bo was a loving husband, father and a member of Fairmount Christian Church. He was very fond of and excelled in a number of sports in his younger years, especially baseball, softball, table tennis, duckpin bowling and golf. Bo had a way of telling jokes that left many in tears of laughter over the years. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Frances Glasco; son, Harold Clinton “Clint” Glasco (Cameron); daughter, Denise G. Updike (Kevin Tipler); five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would also like to thank the staff at Heritage Green Assisted Living and At Home Hospice for their loving care. Bo will be missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Fairmount Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Onward Campaign at Fairmount Christian Church, P.O. Box 788, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. Online condolences may be registered at www.bennettfuneralhomes.com.

GLASCO GLASCO, Harold Alvin “Bo,” departed this world and now rests in the arms of Jesus on Sunday, April 19, 2020. He was 89 years old. Bo was a 1948 graduate of John Marshall High School, a U.S. Army veteran

GREENWOOD GREENWOOD, Mary R., 88, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord April 21, 2020. She was preceded see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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in death by her husband, Stanton W. Greenwood. She is survived by her two daughters, Terrie Smith Robinson (James) and Nancy Damron (Steve); three grandchildren, Camaron Ballard (Kristen), Justin Holmes (Kelsey) and Meredith Holmes (Addison); and four great-grandchildren. Mrs. Greenwood was a charter member of Westhill Baptist Church which later became Mechanicsville Baptist Church. A celebration of her life service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Mechanicsville Baptist Church.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 63 years, Georgie Catherine “Jo” Myers; children, William “Cliff ” Myers Jr. and wife, Debra and Daniel “Danny” Myers; grandchildren, Christopher, Craig and wife, Beth and Cole; great-grandson, Theodore “Teddy”; brother, Jack Myers and wife, Betsy; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. He was a three-time survivor of cancer. He will be cremated in a private ceremony. A public Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association or East Hanover Rescue Squad.

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MYERS MYERS, William Clifford “Billy,” 84, of Old Church, passed away suddenly on Friday, April 17, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Pearl Myers; as well as seven siblings, Edward, Robert, James, Doris, Howard, Jane Marie and Donald. He joined the U.S. Navy after graduating high school in 1954 and served two years of active duty then served another 35 years in the U.S. Navy Reserve. He married the love of his life on June 22, 1956. He attended Richmond Polytechnical Institute for engineering. He worked at Ballou and Justice Engineering, then Hungerford Mechanical Corp. for 25 years, then worked 13 years at Baskervill and Son Engineering to end his career.

as numerous nieces and nephews. Ada and her late husband were proud to be Hanover vegetable farmers and she was a longtime member of Prospect UMC. A private graveside service was held 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at Oakwood Cemetery. bennettfuneralhomes.com

PARSLEY PARSLEY, Ada Evans, 89, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Friday, April 24, 2020. One of 12 children born to the late Woodson Anderson and Rosa Bell Evans, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Henry H. Parsley Jr.; and nine siblings, Sam, Woodson, Joe, Brantly, Willie, Rosa, Emma, Edna and Dorothy. Ada is survived by three children, Teresa P. Crowder (Jamie), Henry H. Parsley III (Alice) and Timothy N. Parsley (Hollie); three grandchildren, Jay Crowder (Tracy), Hank Parsley (Kylene) and Carsen Parsley; sisters, Annie Peace and Ruth Moogalian; as well

ROGERS, Joanna M., 80, of Glen Allen, Va., passed away peacefully on April 17, 2020, surrounded by family, lots of love and many prayers. She was born on April 6, 1940, the daughter of Joseph and Anna (Tavalsky) Budna. Joanna was born and raised in Johnstown, Pa., where she lived the majority of her life. In 1960, she married Anthony J. Galardie, and they had two daughters, Andrea and Toni. They shared love and laughter for just short two years, before Anthony died in a tragic car accident. In 1967, Joanna married her new love, George E. Rogers, and they became a full family blending her two daughters with his three children, Sandra, Robert and David. Joanna and George were married 32 years until his death in 1999. She relocated to Glen Allen, Va., in 2002, where she lived the remainder of her years. During her time in Virginia, Joanna worked as a volunteer in the Bon Secours Health System, and was a longtime member of Church of the Redeemer in Mechanicsville. Throughout her life, Joanna was blessed with a loving family and wonderful friends who cared deeply for her. She was preceded in death by her par-

ents, both husbands; sister, Mary Margaret; sister-in-law, Donna Budna; sister-in-law, Susie Budna; and daughterin-law, Karen Rogers (Leister). Left to cherish her memory are her children, Sandra Morris (Craig), Robert Rogers, David Rogers (Shari), Andrea Staib (James) and Toni Allen (Jeffrey); along with her brothers, Joseph Budna, Bernard Budna (Joyce); her twin brother, Richard Budna; and special cousin, Mary Kay Sivec (Neal). “Grammy” will also be forever missed and lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Gerilyn, Andrew, Noelle and Sarah. Joanna’s grandchildren truly were her greatest joy. Due to current circumstances, all services will be private, with a memorial service being held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Joanna’s memory to the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, Md. 20852. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Frank Duca Funeral Home,

Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown, Pa. 15905. Condolences may be sent through www.ducafuneralhome.com.

SMITH SMITH, Mr. James Patterson Sr., 84, of Mechanicsville, departed this life on April 17, 2020. Jim was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nancy Smith; his brother, Bobby Smith; and his sister, Inez Eddy. He is survived by five children and their spouses, James and Paula Smith, Kevin and Barbara Smith, Alan and Jennie Smith, Laura and Richard Smith and

Amy and Ivan Caplinger. Jim is also survived by his brother and his sister-in-law, Stuart and Donna Smith; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was born and raised in Danville, Va., the son of Robert and Margaret (Phelps) Smith. After school, Jim joined the U.S. Air Force, becoming an aircraft mechanic, working on jet aircrafts including B-47s and B-52s. He continued his aviation career working for the Federal Aviation Administration at Richmond International Airport as an electronic technician for more than 30 years. Following his retirement, Jim undertook a second career caring for and nurturing each of his grandchildren, April, Emily, Shelby, Sydney, Dylan, Kian, River, Skyla, Ocean, C.J. and Nathan. Their grandfather will always hold a special place in each of their hearts! Jim was also a devoted member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church since 1972. As a man of faith, he see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

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WINGO, William Mason Jr., “Billy,” passed away on April 19, 2020, in Williamsburg, Va., formerly of Mechanicsville. Son of the late William Mason Wingo Sr. and Ida Worsham Wingo. He is survived by his partner and loving companion, Janet Boyce; children, Matthew Wright Wingo and Melissa Ann Wingo; grandchildren, Matthew and Bobby; brothers, Terry Lee (Marie) and Robert Kent (Kimberly); nephew, Joey; and former wife, Kim Matthews Wingo. Bill was a retired Capitol Police Officer, former employee of Reynolds Community College and St. Mary’s Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be registered at www.bennettfuneralhomes.com.

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WINTERS WINTERS, James Allan Cofer “Jimmy,” 94, of Mechanicsville, son of Alonza Thomas Cofer and Willie Adams Cofer, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years, Mary Doyle White Winters; and is survived by four

sons, James C. “Al” Winters (Joyce), Pete E. W. Winters (Kelly), Stephen G. Winters (Susan) and William A. Winters (Tori); six grandchildren, Ben Winters (Rebecca), Carrie Keiter (Caleb), Ashley Marot (Rich), Kara Winters, Kristopher Moran (Melanie) and Kyle Hernandez (Laura); eight great-grandchildren; brother, E. Ray Winters Jr.; as well as one niece, Laura. Mr. Winters graduated Battlefield Park High School, Hanover County, saw active duty U.S. Navy, WWII, Pacific Theater ranked Seaman 1st Class Coxswain, Graduate Mutual Insurance Institute in 1946. President Old Dominion Tractor & Equipment Co., Inc., Vice President- Sales, Universal Tractor-Equipment Corp., President WintersOliver Insurance Agency, 1972 until his retirement. He was a lifelong member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church serving on various committees, former Director-Virginia Farm & Equipment Dealers Association, former DirectorSales & Marketing Executives of Richmond, former member and Chairman-Hanover County Electoral Board, former Vice-Chairman-Citizens Advisory Board of Hanover, former member Hanover Planning Commission, member and past President Hanover Ruritan Club, member American Legion Post #175, member and past President Mechanicsville Businessmans Association; member, Director and President-Hanover Association of Business. Mr. Winters earned the designation of Certified Insurance Counselor and was a member of the Society of Certified Insurance Counselors. A celebration of Mr. Winters’ life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Walnut Grove Baptist Church General Fund, P.O. Box 428, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

bennettfuneralhomes.com. WRIGHT, Ronald Ryan, 69, of Mechanicsville, Va., departed this life Tuesday, April 21, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Ocie Rose Wright. Ron is survived by his devoted wife, Joni McNamara; daughter, Renee Hammel (Rob); stepchildren, Ryan Johnson (Mel) and Matt Johnson (Erica); grandchildren, Anika, Zi-Xian, Bowie, Lillian, Monroe and Eloise; brothers, William Wright (Edie), Scott Wright (Debbie) and Sanford Wright; a niece, Kimberly Colbert (Jason); and a nephew, Brian Wright (Margaret). Ron proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He was a member of New Song United Methodist Church, where he served as a greeter. Ron loved fishing and looked forward to his weekly poker game, but his greatest joy was his time spent with his beloved family. A Celebration of Life will be held later once gathering restrictions are lifted. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made the Disabled American Veterans at www.dav.org.

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Superintendent Michael Gill said reworking the 2021 budget is a bit like starting over. “We wish we had better news to bring you, but, as has been stated, this situation is not unique to Hanover County Public Schools,” Gill told the board. “Everyone is having to look very hard and start the budget process from scratch with the reality of this new situation.” Impacts on the FY 2021 budget are less clear, but it is certain a reduction in state revenues is going to affect school divisions across the state. The General Assembly met last week to discuss those impacts. “We don’t know what the funding loss will be from the state for FY 2021, but we do expect there will be a loss,” Stone said. Initial indications there will not be funding for a pay increase for next year in addition to other cuts, including additional counselors and

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ing day, he was placed on a ventilator. “It was touch-and-go for a few days. The nurses told my family I was ‘very’ sick and the national average for COVID patients being intubated was two weeks,” he said. “By God’s grace, and with prayer from so many friends

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increased funding for at-risk students in the state budget. Stone expects sales tax revenue reductions of $2.2 and $2.7 million from projected FY 2021 figures, and also anticipates a re du c tion in local fundi n g . “ W e STONE d o n’t h a v e that number yet,” she said. Assistant superintendent for Instruction Jennifer Greif updated the board on continuing at-home learning programs, the current meal distribution program and plans for the upcoming year. She said the county began the remote instruction program with a two-week agenda designed to keep students engaged in learning for a short period of time and expanded to a program allowing students

to complete work assignments for this year. Students will receive final grades based on the first three grading periods, the last completed March 13. Learning from home materials will be assessed on a “met expectations or did not meet expectations basis,” but will not affect final grades. No final exams will be given. Seniors who were on track to graduate in June will receive their diplomas, and spring SOL (Standards of Learning) tests have been cancelled. “The state has been taking action on various aspects of the graduation requirements in order to ensure that students’ ability to graduate is not hampered by the unexpected closure of the schools,” Greif said. “The overarching philosophy has been that students who are on track for graduation before the suspension of the academic year would be permitted to graduate.” A final policy is expected when Virginia Department of Education officials and

the General Assembly make final adjustments to current requirements for graduation. Greif said the remote learning program recognizes that many Han-over students do not have access to devices or broadband internet, and paper packets h a v e b e en distributed to those GREIF s t u dents. Special education teachers are closely monitoring those students and designing remote programs to ensure continued instruction and engagement by those communities. In addition, ESL students have been contacted by teachers and materials distributed to those students. Officials also are focusing on plans once schools reopen. “We need to create some cur-

ricula documents to assist teachers in scaffolding material from the spring into the 2020-2021 academic year,” Greif said. She said the department also will attempt to build on lessons learned during the current remote learning experience and design unified and consistent approaches toward digital resources. Teachers also will receive additional professional training in digital and blended learning, and options are being explored that would allow students to show “evidence of learning outside of traditional methods.” Summer school could provide the answer for some students to re-enter classroom learning settings, but whether or not they will take place is unknown at this time. “We are designing summer programs, if allowable, that will support students in accessing new instruction, supporting past learning and re-acclimating them to the school setting,” Greif added.

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and family, I was extubated only three days later, which happened to be Good Friday.” Raymond praised the efforts of the medical teams that helped him survive the coronavirus. “I had so many amazing nurses and doctors. One of my nurses told me I was the first one who had been intubated and extubated and left CCU alive.” When he had improved

enough to be moved to the “step-down floor,” the nurses cheered for him. “As word got around the hospital that I made it out alive, I had so many nurses stop by to say ‘Hi’ because they just couldn't believe it. And when word got out that I had a window in my room, I had friends and family I hadn't seen in forever stop by to wave through the window.”

A nurse named Angie [last name wasn’t available] told Raymond a story that “made me realize just how hard this is for our frontline. She told me -- as I was being prepared to be intubated -- I looked her in the

eye and held her hand and said, ‘Please don't let me die.’ She knew she couldn't promise me that and cried all the way home.” With so much appreciation, this local survivor added, “This is just one of many nurs-

es to see things you can't even imagine. I feel like they are the true heroes.” In summing up his miraculous recovery, Raymond said, “I guess God just isn't ready for me yet.”

county’s website at www. hanovercounty.gov, subscribe to Hanover Access News on the website or follow Hanover County social media. (Note: The Hanover community is fortunate to have the support of a number of local food pantries that provide food resources to families or individuals who are experiencing financial challenges, not only

during the COVID-19 outbreak but all year long. Because of social distancing and other CDC guidelines, some pantries are suspending services. Others have modified their schedules and procedures during this time. Remember to call all pantries to confirm details before visiting.) Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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Habitat executive director pleads to be able to complete houses (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Linda Tiller, executive director of Hanover Habitat for Humanity.) MECHANICSVILLE -- In January, three families were watching construction of their homes with excitement. Excited because spring would not only bring new life in the landscape all around them, but also a new life for their families -- a new safe, stable roof of their own; their new home. Although the excitement of a spring move-in date has faded, they hang onto hope. Hope that construction will resume soon. Volunteers complete approximately 85% of the construction of a Hanover Habitat home. At this point, we cannot have groups of volunteers on the work site until further notice. Most of our staff have been furloughed, but our construction supervisor and his subcontractors, where

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Amanda was so excited to see her house, at left, coming together, but construction slowing down so dramatically is discouraging. Rebekah’s house, at right, has the most construction to be completed and, unfortunately, will take even longer to complete.

appropriate, will keep plugging along with the construction already underway. Your continued support is appreciated not only for Amanda and Rebekah, and for the future of Hanover Habitat, but mostly for all the families who are patiently waiting for their homes to be finished. We recognize that those families are among the most vulnerable and we want them in

safe affordable housing as soon as possible. At present, I am working with our Board of Directors to use the limited financial resources we have now to do as much work as we can on our construction projects and to position us to rebound in a strong way when this is over. I look forward to the day you and I can celebrate Amanda and Rebekah's home dedications.

P.S. Your gift today will ensure Amanda and Rebekah have an affordable roof over their heads as soon as possible. To make a gift online click www.hanoverhfh.org/champion. To mail a check, please make the check payable to Hanover Habitat for Humanity and send to Post Office Box 2604, Mechanicsville, VA 23116.

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Classic Car Cruise In canceled due to ongoing virus issue Staff Report news@mechlocal.com SHLAND -- As the need for social distancing and guidelines regarding gatherings remain in effect to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID19), 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 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 owners and enthusiasts,” Marcy G. Durrer, recre-

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The Classic Car Cruise In, sponsored by Hanover County Parks and Recreation, has been canceled due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). A favorite throughout the region, the event originally was scheduled for May 16.

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AYLETT -The CornerStone Food Program has released the dates for distribution for the month of May. They are: z 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays on May 5, May 12, May 19 and May 26 (for families with children). z 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. fourth Wednesday, May 27. (CSFP boxes for seniors who have qualified.) see FOOD, pg. 21

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COVID-19 forces revised FY 2021 budget for town By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND -- Ashland Town Manager Josh Farrar presented his proposed FY 2021 budget at a meeting last week, and said the process started off smoothly enough, but quickly hit a snag. “This would normally be an easy slide where we talked about our unofficial budget hearing where we asked people to come out ahead of time, the work sessions that we had but we were interrupted in the middle of all that,” Farrar said. “Essentially, we had to rewrite the budget,” he added, referring to the coronavirus (COVID-19) impact. While Farrar acknowledged some of the budget goals outlined before the pandemic will be delayed, base level of service will be maintained. Farrar said the proposed budget protects jobs but allows flexibility to ensure efficiency. “I’ve really tried to have a keen eye on not doing things in this budget that set us up for failure in FY 2022, because I want us to try to roar out of the recession that we’re going to be in …. but we’re also going to have to do some things to get through it,” Farrar said. “I want to position us for a strong recovery and make sure we can come out of this and not just limp out but really help the business sector come out of this in a good way,” the town manager added. Farrar proposed a $9,782,632 General Fund budget, which represents a 4.3 percent decline from the 2020 figures. The proposed FY 2021 Capital Budget is $6,313, 258. The $16,099,889 total budget will require a transfer of $1,356,838 from the General

Fund Reserve, leaving that backstop within policy limits, but close to the minimum required balance. Farrar said he has a historical hesitancy to tap those reserve balance funds and said they are the product of decades of good financial planning on the town’s part. The transfer was necessary to balance a budget during these challenging times. “It’s out of the norm for us,” he said. “Unusual times call for unusual measures.” The unusual times referred to have resulted in a dramatic reduction on meals and lodging taxes in the town, two of the town’s largest revenue accounts. FARRAR “We are a meals and lodging tax-based economy,” Farrar said. “This is going to be a really difficult one for us to manage as we go through.” That huge hole in revenue, about $2 million, is forcing the delay of new programs and capital programs and has forced the town to reduce spending. Broadband expansion and the England Street project are an example of projects put on hold. Discretionary funding also has been reduced in the current FY 2021 proposal. “We hope this is a worst case scenario,” Farrar told council members. “We can withstand a really bad dip for April, May, June, July, August, but -- when you get into September -- that’s when we would have to have another conversation.” Farrar said the COVID-19 impacts were less felt in the FY

2020 final quarter due to the strong performance the town enjoyed for the first three quarters. Farrar said this year’s proposal will require ongoing budget management and the town will constantly search for ways to increase revenues and decrease spending. Monthly updates will be provided to council on that progress. And some projects will continue due to existing funding such as the branding and marketing campaign. But, there’s no doubt sacrifices will be necessary, and Farrar outlined some measures being considered like a retirement incentive program that would ask retirement-eligible employees to leave early so their position could be filled at a savings to the town. The town is expecting a refund from VRS (Virginia Retirement System) for unused funds for workers’ compensation claims and auto liability, and changes to the current state budget could provide relief funds. Real estate taxes will remain the same, but state code requires an advertisement because assessments increased more than 1 percent in the last year. Farrar’s proposed budget continues support for Downtown Ashland Association and the Dominion Energy Innovation Center and implementation of the town’s FY20-25 Tourism Marketing Plan. “As I read the budget, I see we don’t have new initiatives but you have invested in planning fiscal and comprehensive planning to use the time to come up with concepts we can implement see REVISED, pg. 30

Governor postpones May 5 elections, including Ashland due to COVID-19 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND — Governor Ralph Northam on Friday invoked his statutory authority to postpone the May General and Special Elections by two weeks, from May 5 to May 19. Elections are scheduled in 56 localities, including the Town of Ashland, across the Commonwealth. The Governor also moved the June primary elections from June 9 to June 23. Earlier this month, Northam recommended moving the May elections to

November, which required action by the General Assembly. While the House of Delegates approved the measure, the Senate failed to do so. “Virginians should never have to choose between casting a ballot and risking their health,” said Northam. “I am grateful to the House of Delegates for taking action to move our upcoming elections, but unfortunately the Senate failed to make the same commonsense decision. While we strongly encourage every Virginian who can vote by mail to do so, we will also take every necessary step to con-

duct these elections in a way that ensures in-person voting is done safely and responsibly.” The Governor has directed the Department of Elections to provide the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance to General Registrars on best practices to maintain social distancing and sanitization standards at polling locations. The Governor encourages voters to vote absentee by mail if their municipality is holding a General or Special Election on May 19. The Department of Elections recommends voters

who request an absentee ballot use the reason code for having a disability or an illness. Voters can request online that an absentee ballot be mailed to them by visiting elections.virginia.gov/voterinfo or by downloading and printing a request form at elections.virginia.gov/forms and returning the completed and signed form to their local General Registrar’s office by mail, fax, or scanned attachment to an email. Contact information for General Registrar offices is on the form. Forms also are available in Spanish, Vietnamese,

Courtesy of Town of Ashland

and Korean. Voters completing a paper application may use reason 2A, “my disability or illness” to complete their form. Voters completing an online application to request an absentee ballot will need to follow the prompts and select “I have a reason or condition that prevents me from going to the polls on Election Day.” They will then have the option to choose “my disability or illness” as the reason for their request. “Elections are a critical

function of our government,” said Attorney General Mark Herring. “We will do everything in our power to maintain the integrity of our democratic process while ensuring the safety of all Virginians.” Only individuals who were eligible to vote on May 5 may participate in the elections on May 19 and no new candidates are eligible to participate in the postponed elections. The deadline to register to

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Hanover Cares is a non-profit 501 c (3) community coalition dedicated to eliminating the use of alcohol, nicotine, and other drugs among Hanover County youth, through education and community collaboration. Hanover Cares currently receives federal funding from the White House Office of Drug Control Policy Drug-Free Communities grant and has received a Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Education & Prevention grant. This article was sponsored by VA ABC. Hanover Cares collaborates with its local, state, and national partners to support Hanover families. Among the various prevention and outreach activities of the coalition, one is the Safe Homes initiative.

According to the 2017 Hanover Youth Survey, most youth report that teens (in general) get the substances below from their own homes or from a family member (in their homes): Source of Access to Drug

Prescription Alcohol Marijuana Cigarettes Drugs

Brother or sister Parents Take it from home Total access from within the home

27.8% 25.3% 35.3%

20.4% 8.4% 12.3%

30.3% 15.2% 27.3%

21.0% 22.3% 27.0%

E-cigs or vapor products 25.6% 15.5% 20.8%

number of the parents who are hosting a party or get together. Ask if an adult will be present for the duration of the party and if any substance use will be allowed. 5. Let the parents of your children’s friends know that your home and property are substance-free zones, and that no party that you host will provide or allow any youth substance use. They will appreciate your commitment!

• Café Conversations - designed to support conversations and family engagement among those with middle school students • Hidden in Plain Sight – allows adults to look through a mock teen bedroom for indicators of drug and alcohol use and learn conversation tips to engage in conversations about paraphernalia, behaviors and/or activity potentially related to substance use

How does your family decide on child privileges and responsibilities? Have you ever wished for a standard to help you make those decisions? Hanover Cares has tips on its website, such as what • Juvenile Driver’s License Ceremonies – provides educational 88.4% 41.1% 72.8% 70.3% 70.0% to do when your child is experiencing peer pressures, having or resources about drugged driving prevention for new teen invited to a party, and many general conversation tips to dispel drivers and their parent or guardian to review together and This tells us that parental perceptions are such that kids won’t go myths and discuss the facts. While the goals are to maintain a safe set expectations surrounding the new privilege of driving looking for the alcohol. Our youth data shows just the opposite, that home and prevent underage substance use, these standards start youth do in fact search for alcohol in the home. This doesn’t mean The coalition’s community partners also provide REVIVE & Rapid that every teen in Hanover is engaging in this behavior. It simply with parental expectations being established in the home. REVIVE Trainings free of charge to community members to learn means it offers an opportunity for us as a community to reduce signs and symptoms of a potential opioid overdose and administer access by taking action in advance, or as we call this, prevention. the overdose reversal drug, Narcan (Naloxone). This is how we recommend maintaining a Safe Home! Medication Lock Boxes are also being distributed at local libraries and various community events.

Safe Homes is an initiative designed to help parents and caregivers of children to establish a clear ‘NO USE’ prevention message for FIVE WAYS TO CREATE & MAINTAIN A SAFE HOME youth. This includes parent-child conversation around not using 1. Discuss what a Safe Home means to your family and alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, or other drugs in the home or on the begin communicating and setting your family expectations property. surrounding a ‘No Use’ position about youth alcohol, Prevention starts in the home and begins with expectations. Every marijuana, tobacco and other drugs. *Explicitly state a parent is different, and every family has different expectations they “No Use” rule for your children and any youth in your home. choose to establish for their household. Making clear, consistent, 2. Be present and visible in your home and actively supervise all and fair rules and consequences while children are young, starting youth gatherings or parties. This includes knowing who has in elementary school, can be one of the most impactful prevention been invited and who is present. Always arrange supervision tools. Research shows that the brain continues development until with responsible adults who support alcohol and drug-free age 25. This is why discussing expectations early and often is youth activities if you cannot be present. important, in addition to identifying ways children can navigate 3. Provide secure storage for any alcohol, prescription & peer pressure and other societal pressures. over-the-counter medications, as well as any firearms you Hanover Cares believes that family conversations are the key to may have in your home. Young people are naturally curious, prevention of youth substance use. We believe that 60 1-minute so securing (hiding, locking up) these items in the home may conversations are better than one 60-minute conversation. help avoid any temptation and can keep your children safe. As part of a statewide initiative called Lock & Talk, our coalition Talk early and talk often. Just Say Something. Keep talking. has the opportunity to partner with the Hanover Community Keep caring. Kids do listen. Services Board to provide and distribute medication lock boxes, prescription drug disposal bags, and gun locks free of charge to community members. These initiatives are how Hanover Cares and its partners promote a Safe Home.

We suggest having a designated family time to discuss and set your expectations together. This offers a sense of connectedness and trust, as talking early and often helps to build relationships and trust. This is also important for when and if tougher conversations arise, such as substance use, mental wellness, stress, and other pressures kids face today. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Hanover Cares, its members, and community partners work together to help families have conversations, make healthy decisions, and of course maintain a Safe Home. Coalition partners include county government agencies, schools, law enforcement, youth, parents, media, businesses, youth-serving organizations, religious and fraternal organizations, civic & volunteer groups, healthcare professionals, state and local agencies with substance use expertise, treatment professionals, recovery community and more. Hanover Cares supports youth engagement in its coalition activities through collaboration with its liaison youth coalition, Teens Care Too, and youth who participate in school-based programs, 7th 4. Get to know your children’s friends and their parents and UP (Understanding Pressures) and SODA (Students Organization maintain communication when necessary. Ask for the cell for Developing Attitudes).

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A few notable coalition initiatives include:

HOW TO GET INVOLVED Hanover Cares relies on its volunteer coalition members to support its various community prevention initiatives. Join the coalition and become an active partner to prevent youth substance use in Hanover. Complete the contact form on the coalition website to get involved. Visit hanover-cares.org to learn more, find resources, or get involved as a prevention advocate. Follow Hanover Cares & Teens Care Too social media platforms, linked on the website, for routine education and resources to prevent youth substance use. For questions, please contact Octavia Marsh, Executive Director, Hanover Cares at info@hanover-cares.org or (804) 564-6119. The Mechanicsville Local | April 29, 2020

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| News, Updates & Listings Saturday, Sept. 19 Rescheduled The Highland Springs High School Class of 1970 will now hold its 50th Reunion at the Hill Building at Sandston Pool, located at 501 Beulah Rd. in Sandston. Music will be presented 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. The cost is $45 per person. Those who may have recently paid $50 after March 1 have been refunded $5. No tickets will be sold at the door. For invitations or more information, 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 recov-

ering 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. Outside the Walls, a 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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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

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.

call 804-789-0536.

Thursdays 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. 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 804366-6524 or email mjfaith1@ gmail.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. see CALENDAR, pg. 21

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(12-NBC) 12 News First at 4PM

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NBC News

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The Blacklist Brothers

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(65-CW)

(WGN)

Hot Bench

Blue Bloods ’ Å

(23-PBS) Ready Jet

(57-PBS) Learning Plus

Biz Kid$ ’

King

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10:30

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News

Coop

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Sydney

(:20) Bunk’d Jessie ’ King

››› “Star Trek” (2009) Chris Pine.

(:05) We’re Here Å

Insecure Mortal

MAY 1, 2020 11:30 12 AM

11 PM

To Be Announced

News

Gabby

(:05) Westworld Å

9:30

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(8-ABC)

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Friends

(:40) ››› “Enemy of the State” (1998) Will Smith. ‘R’ Å

SportsCenter (N) Å

Afraid

Friends

›› “U.S. Marshals” (1998, Action) Tommy Lee Jones, Wesley Snipes. Å

››› “Revolutionary Road” (2008) ’ ‘R’ Å

6 PM

King

(:25) Bunk’d Raven

Naked and Afraid XL Goodbye Cruel Waterworld Friends ’

Blue Bloods (N) ’ News

Postgame

DC Sports

Wizards

News

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Nightline

CBS6 News Late Show-Colbert

First Sports DailyMailTV Mod Fam

Mod Fam

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Judge Mathis (N) Å

The People’s Court (N)

News

black-ish

Charmed Unsafe Space

Dynasty (N) ’ Å

Mike

Seinfeld ’

Goldbergs

Full Court

The Game

Blue Bloods Framed ’

Blue Bloods Inside Jobs

Last Man

Married

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Hoover

Somewhere South (N)

American Masters ’

SciGirls ’

Cyberchase News

COVID-19

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Last Man

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Learning Plus

Amanpour and Company MN Original Highlights

Antiques Roadshow (N)

Reel South ’ Å

Before We Die ’ Å

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

Somewhere

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Chicago P.D. Captive ’

Chicago P.D. ’

Chicago P.D. Anthem ’

Chicago P.D. Profiles ’

Chicago P.D. Ghosts ’

Chicago P.D. Payback

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(TNT)

Bones ’ Å

Bones Yanks in the U.K.

››‡ “Jack Reacher” (2012) Tom Cruise. Å (DVS)

(WTBS)

Amer. Dad

Family Guy

›› “Suicide Squad” (2016) Will Smith, Jared Leto. Å (DVS)

(A&E)

Live PD

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(PARMT) Two Men

Two Men

Family Guy Two Men

Two Men

Family Guy

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Two Men

(DISC)

Gold Rush ’ Å

(NICK)

Loud

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(:05) Jessie

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Gold Rush ’ Å Big City

Big City

Gold Rush ’ Å Big City

Raven

(:45) ››‡ “Run All Night” (2015) Å (DVS)

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

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›››‡ “Creed” (2015, Drama) Michael B. Jordan. ’ Å

Henry

All That ’

Dylan

ELEAGUE

Live PD: Wanted Å

Live PD ’

››‡ “The Karate Kid” (2010) Jaden Smith. ’ Å

Gold Rush (N) ’ Å

Gold Rush

Mod Fam

SpongeBob Friends ’

“Descendants 2: Sing-Along” (2017) ’ ‘NR’ Å

“Descendants 3: Sing-Along” (2019)

Aussie Gold Hunters ’

Gold Rush

Friends ’

Sydney

(:10) Bunk’d (:40) Bunk’d Jessie ’

Friends ’

(FREE)

Simpsons

Family Guy

››‡ “The Intern” (2015) Robert De Niro. ’

The 700 Club (N) Å

Friday Å

(LIFE)

King

(AMC)

Star Trek

›› “U.S. Marshals” (1998, Action) Tommy Lee Jones, Wesley Snipes. Å

301

(HBO)

(2:25) Glass Atlanta’s Missing

320

(MAX)

Final 5

››› “Top Gun” (1986) Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis. Å

(:40) ›› “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” (2019) ‘PG-13’ Å

(:20) ››› “Monkey Shines” (1988)

(:15) ››‡ “Possession” (2002) ‘PG-13’ Å

King

(7:55) Westworld Å

(8:54) Westworld Å

›› “Don’t Let Go” (2019) ‘R’ Å

King

Friday

››‡ “Cocktail” (1988) Tom Cruise. Premiere.

Real Time, Bill Maher

King

Betty Å

Real Time, Bill Maher

(:45) ››‡ “Red Tails” (2012) Cuba Gooding Jr.. ‘PG-13’

The Mechanicsville Local

Shadow

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SATURDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM

1:30

COMCAST (ESPN)

MAY 2, 2020 3 PM 3:30

Paid Prog.

(6-CBS)

Pet Vet

Hope in the Paid Prog.

(35-FOX) Emeril

(12-NBC) Roots Less Champion

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Paid Prog.

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NHL Hockey Estate

1:30

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(8-ABC)

2:30

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2 PM

TBA

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Paid Prog.

PGA Tour Golf ’ Å

SportsCenter (N) Å

(8-ABC)

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(6-CBS)

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››› “Ocean’s Twelve” (2004) George Clooney, Brad Pitt.

Premier League Soccer From May 13, 2012. ’

Ky. Derby

(12-NBC) Paid Prog.

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Larry King

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Paid Prog.

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BLINK

American Ninja Warrior

(65-CW)

Person of Interest Å

(WGN)

More Hair

Elementary Seed Money

Arnold Strongman Cl.

Prostate

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Elementary Hemlock ’

Coastal Railways

Bridge of Hearts

Cook

Project Fire Best of Joy Painting

Samantha

Americas

(23-PBS) Great Performances at the Met Wozzeck Å

Wild Kratts Odd Squad Arthur

Ready Jet

Cyberchase

(57-PBS) Go Luna

Ready Jet

Wild Kratts Odd Squad Arthur

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(WTBS)

Live PD Riding along with law enforcement. Å

(A&E)

››› “Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) George Clooney. ’ Å

Bar Rescue ’ Å

››‡ “Major League” (1989) Tom Berenger.

Homestead Rescue ’

(DISC)

Building Off the Grid ’

(NICK)

SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob

(DISN)

Coop

(FREE)

››‡ “The Twilight Saga: New Moon” (2009) Kristen Stewart. ’ Å

Chicago P.D. Endings ’

››› “Iron Man” (2008) Robert Downey Jr.. Å

(TNT)

NCIS: New Orleans ’

Shaq Life

››‡ “Oblivion” (2013) Tom Cruise.

(WTBS)

“Batman v Superman”

›› “Suicide Squad” (2016) Will Smith, Jared Leto. Å (DVS)

(A&E)

Accused: Guilty

(PARMT) Bar Rescue ’ Å

Shaq Life

Wonder

Law & Order: SVU

NCIS: New Orleans ’

››‡ “American Reunion” (2012) Premiere.

“LEGO NINJAGO”

(:15) ›››‡ “The LEGO Movie” (2014) Å (DVS)

(PARMT) Bar Rescue ’ Å

Bar Rescue ’ Å

Building Off the Grid ’

Naked and Afraid Å

Homestead Rescue ’

(NICK)

SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob

(DISN)

Gabby

(FREE)

(11:30) ››‡ “Twilight: Extended Edition” (2008) ’ Å

(LIFE)

Dirty

“Lethal Seduction” (2015) Å

“Sinister Seduction” (2019) Kristina Klebe. Å

(LIFE)

“Killer Vacation” (2018) Alexa Havins. Å

(AMC)

Two Men

(AMC)

Knight

301

(HBO)

(11:35) “Akeelah and the Bee” (2006)

REAL Sports Gumbel

320

(MAX)

(:05) ›› “Ghoulies” (1985) ‘PG-13’

“Lying and Stealing” (2019) ‘R’ Å

Roll With It Roll With It (:20) Jessie (:10) Jessie (:35) Bunk’d Bunk’d ’

Two Men

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5:30

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Bunk’d ’

“The Twilight Saga: New Moon” ’

(:20) Jessie (:10) Jessie (:35) Bunk’d Bunk’d ’

Sydney

Two Men

Autism

“Mamma Mia!”

301

(HBO)

›››‡ “Blinded by the Light” (2019) ‘PG-13’

“The Dead Don’t Die”

320

(MAX)

(10:55) “The Eagle” Å