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Quillin and Norton lead AHS as valedictorian and salutatorian By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

ECHANICSVILLE – Brian Quillin, with a grade point average of 4.58889, leads the Class of 2020 at Atlee High School. Kenly Norton is the class’ salutatorian with a GPA of 4.453. Brian’s parents are John and Julie Quillin of Mechanicsville. During his years at Atlee, he has served as vice president of the National Honor Society, a writing tutor for the Raider Writing Center (junior year), and a member of the National Beta Club and National Spanish Honor Society (three years). He also was a member of the boys cross country and track teams (three years

BRIAN QUILLIN

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varsity). Brian is a member of the Shady Grove United Methodist Church Youth Group and Neighborhood Bible Study. He works part-time as a lifeguard at American Family Fitness in Virginia Center

Commons during the school year. “I have also been the assistant manager at the Kings Charter pools for the past two summers,” he added. Brian’s higher education plans have him attending the University of Virginia in the Echols Scholars Program. He

plans to have a double major in chemistry and biology on a pre-health track. His years at Atlee, he said, are certainly highlighted by his being “extremely honored to give the valedictory speech at graduation.” “Over the past four years,” he continued, “I have been constantly humbled by the insight of both my teachers and classmates. It did indeed require hard work to remain at the top of my class, but it would not have been possible without the Atlee and Mechanicsville community.” According to Brian, the IB Program “also gave me worldly perspective on ethics and culture, which led me to consider a career in medicine with insight on ethical medical practice. I plan on attending medical school in see ATLEE, pg. 4

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Marianne Veitch has been recognized by Hanover County Public Schools as the Teacher of the Year. She teaches math at Hanover High School.

Marianne Veitch named HCPS Teacher of Year MECHANICSVILLE – Marianne Veitch, a math teacher at Hanover High School, has been selected as the Hanover County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. Veitch began her teaching career at Hanover High School

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"It’s with an abundance of caution that we take this step toward becoming fully operational. The safety of our guests and staff remain our highest priority,” Clyde E. Cristman, Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation director, said. “Thank you to our park visitors for continuing to adhere to social distancing guidelines and limiting group gatherings to 10 or fewer." “This public health emergency has affected nearly every aspect of how we operate” said Virginia State Parks Director Melissa Baker. “While we work to safely navigate through the weeks ahead, we are happy to open more of our facilities to the public who will benefit from the increased access to the natural and historical resources the parks provide.” “It remains very important that guests check the individual park’s website before their visit to get the latest park updates,” Baker added. For the most up-to-date information regarding available recreational opportunities at Virginia State Parks, visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/ state-parks/covid-19-update.

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April 1

Grand larceny parts were reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Mental health was reported in the 7100 block of Foxbernie Drive, Mechanicsville. Bomb/burn threat accused, 15, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Sale and distribution of marijuana was reported in the 16100 block of Washington Highway/ Kings Dominion Boulevard, Doswell.

Simple assault was reported in the 6100 block of Magazine Drive, Mechanicsville.

Recovered property was reported in the 6100 block of Thyme Drive/Tarragon Drive, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 13300 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Doswell.

DWI, first offense, was reported in the 7000 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 11100 block of Cauthorne Road, Mechanicsville. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 5100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike,

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 89 block of Interstate 95 North, Mechanicsville. Vandalism was reported in the 11200 block of Hopson Road, Mechanicsville. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7500 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. Larceny of bank notes and checks was reported in the 8700 block of Hambleton Way, Mechanicsville.

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Receiving stolen and aiding in concealing firearm was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 16100 block of Pug Swamp Lane, Beaverdam.

Breaking and entering structure to commit larceny was reported in the 5400 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, $500, not from a person, was reported in the 10300 block of Sadisco Drive, Ashland.

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Entering property with the intent to damage was reported in the 12500 block of Cedar Lane, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery, family member, was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

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Brandishing a firearm was reported in the 11500 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Disorderly conduct was reported in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

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

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Simple assault was reported in the 8200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Missing person was reported in the 6300 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 6000 block of Dugout Trail, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Kiwi Lane, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 14100 block of Hickory Oaks Lane, Ashland.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 16100 block of Pug Swamp Lane, Mechanicsville.

DWI, second offense in five years, was reported in the 7100 block of Brooking Way, Mechanicsville.

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Obtaining money, etc., under false pretenses, larceny, $200 conspiracy, was reported in the 15400 block of Hopeful Church Road, Mechanicsville. Simple assault was reported in the 10900 block of Founders Place, Mechanicsville. Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was

Simple assault was reported in the 9500 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 9200 block of Clearstream Trail, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 10000 block of Gathright Valley

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Judge dismisses lawsuit regarding Confederate school names By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND -- A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit regarding offensive school names and mascots at Hanover County Public Schools filed by the Hanover County NAACP last August. The suit, originally filed against Hanover County government officials and the Hanover County. School Board, alleged continuing improper treatment of minority students by retaining the names that honor Confederate generals and leaders. U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia Judge Robert Payne had previously released Hanover County from the filing, leaving the school board as the sole defendant in the case. Following a hearing earlier this year that considered the school board’s motion to dismiss, Payne issued his final order last week. Payne’s ruling questioned the standing of the local NAACP to challenge the naming of the schools, and also said the statute of limitations had expired for those claims. The suit originally named Hanover County and the school board as defendants and claimed that the “defendants are compelling plaintiff's members to express a view with which they disagree, namely that slavery and other values of the Confederacy should be endorsed and glorified.” The complaint claimed that maintaining those names, in effect, creates “a school environment that denies African American students, including members of the NAACP, an equal opportunity

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I Superintendents’ Teacher of the Year award. “I am incredibly humbled

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and honored to be recognized as Hanover County's Teacher of the Year,” Veitch said. “Every day, I am inspired by my students and our community of exceptional educators, and I am

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Violation of protective order was reported in the 7100 block of Chestnut, Church Road, Mechanicsville.

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the future.” Kenly is the daughter of John and Sydney Norton of Mechanicsville. During her years at Atlee, she has served as president of the Latin National Honor Society, president of the

Petit larceny, $500, not from a person, was reported in the 10500 block of Comanche Lane, Glen Allen. Missing person was reported in the 7000

Latin Club and secretary of the Class Council. She also was a member of the swim team, Art Guild, and National Honor Society/Beta. Her community involvements include serving as a swim team instructor for Special Olympics, a cheerleading buddy for Challenger, and club swimming.

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to an education.” Local NAACP president Robert Barnette said there are no statutes of limitation on racial injustice. “The NAACP and the Washington Lawyers’ Committee are disappointed in the Court’s decision, but remain confident in the strength of their legal case and the righteousness of the cause,” Barnette said. “We have seen other jurisdictions in Virginia and throughout the country do the right thing by removing symbols of a rac-

ist past. This is not the end of the fight of the Hanover County NAACP to ensure that the impact of the veneration of the Confederacy is eliminated in Hanover County,” he added. The Hanover County School Board also released the following statement late last week: “The School Board respects, values, and cares about all students and will continue to focus on providing them with the best educational opportunities possible.” Avi Hopkins, a former Lee-Davis High School student, also reacted to the ruling in a FB post “So, days after a pair of Robert E. Lee-Jefferson Davis High School Confederates students post a racist and inflammatory video suggesting the “hunting of n*****s”, Judge Robert Payne dismisses the NAACP case for changing of the names,” Hopkins said. “The fact is that the school names honor treasonous men who fought for the enslavement of African people for the economic benefit of plantation owners and slave traders. The idea that people who are ancestors of slaves must then wear these names as slaves wore brands of their masters and be constantly reminded of a white supremacist ideology is a crime and a travesty,” he continued. Payne’s dismissal could be challenged on appeal, but no official plans have been announced. “We’ll explore all options and keep advocating for the school board to make the ethical and moral decision to change these school names,” Barnette said.

truly grateful for their support.” HHS principal Kris Reece said, “Mrs. Veitch is one of a kind. She exhibits all that you want in a teacher, a colleague, and a friend. She is the teacher

Each year, the district selects one teacher for this distinguished award who is actively and meaningfully involved in the school and community and can serve as a role model

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Robert Barnette, president of the Hanover County NAACP, is shown addressing the Hanover County School Board about the names of Lee-Davis High School and Stonewall Jackson Middle School in respect to the use of Confederate names.

that you want every student to have and learn from. She is a gift to our students, our school, and the entire HCPS community.” The school division employs about 1,400 teachers.

block of Cornfield Lane, Mechanicsville.

DWI, first offense, was reported in the 9200 block of Hanover Crossings Drive, Mechanicsville. Threats or death or bodily

Kenly plans to major in psychology as an Echols Scholar at the University of Virginia. Her high school experience was fulfilling because “I loved the community at Atlee.” She said she “got to know people outside of my normal friend group. I think the IB program was crucial in giving

injury by letter or electronic means was reported in the 9800 block of Little Rock Court, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, in the 8200 block of

me these bonds with fellow students, but Atlee in general is a place where I could always find a friendly face to talk to.” She pointed out that “I didn’t go through high school with a GPA goal or dreams of being highly ranked, so I was surprised when I found out that I was salutatorian.” Kenly said she took classes

and ambassador for teachers in the division. Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer. reported in the 8300 block of Old Cavalry Drive, Mechanicsville.

Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville.

Reckless handling of firearm was reported in the 6200 block of Midnight Drive, Mechanicsville. Credit card theft was

that interested her “and went from here, and I think that philosophy helped me stay engaged even after heavy work weeks or times when I was tired and had tests in every class.” “I’m super excited for college — almost too stoked at this point. I’m ready to really hone in on what I want to do and take as many interesting

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 6500 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

classes as possible,” she added. “I say I’m majoring in psychology for now, but I also want to look into global politics or maybe even art history, so who knows what could happen in the future! I’m just grateful to have the opportunity to go to UVA and glad Atlee was where I had my high school experience,” Kenly said.

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OPINION | The Local Views From the managing editor

LETTERS

Conspiracy theorists working overtime

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By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ome nights I opt to work late into the night. Music keeps the writing juices flowing and the otherwise quiet of the world provides room for the freedom to think. I learned early in my career that you can’t please all the people all the time, and that I’d get tougher the longer I was in the public eye. One editor said, “Ice will run through your veins.” That statement followed the first encounter I experienced with a very unhappy mother about her daughter’s upcoming wedding. I did take it personally, but that was decades ago. Years later, a publisher said, “This too shall pass.” And, more recently, a journalist that I have immense respect for said “We take the high road.” With age, it’s become much easier to “take it [criticism] with a grain of salt.” I suppose the issue is what has surprised me though. The fact that I support wearing protective

gear during this coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has put me in the bull’s eye. I can handle it -- mostly because I know I’m right. Apparently there are some people who can’t accept being encouraged to take measures to save lives. What’s up with that?! The guidelines during this most strange time are for our benefit. How are rights being taken? Following on social media and reading newspapers and watching news reports have led me to believe conspiracy theorists are functioning in overdrive. Slow your roll, folks. You’d think someone had said we’re taking all your guns, rather than recommending precautions to extend your life, as well as those in your orbit. I continue to take note of who is and isn’t wearing masks and gloves. I will join family and friends who have already committed to wearing masks and gloves long after we have been cleared to put them away. There are too many unknowns. And creating

a vaccine won’t happen overnight. I’ve thought about Jonas Salk often during this quarantine. His work on developing a polio vaccine started with a grant in 1948. In 1950, he had an early version and announced in 1953 a successful vaccine. I still have vivid memories of the needle used by the family doctor. I must have been 3 or 4 when that massive needle headed toward me. Fortunately, I’ve never had a fear of shots, especially when Mom kept calmly telling me it would keep me safe. We must be prayerful and confident in those who have the knowledge and expertise to find the right combination for a successful vaccine. In the meantime, I’ll continue to say: Use a mask and gloves. There isn’t any conspiracy on my part, just concern. (Although I still have my doubts about that 1969 moon landing, but that’s a story for another time.) Stay safe.

Mother’s love prevails -- even when life gets tough By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist As I entered the gates at Fort Lee, I had a feeling of uncertainty, the type of feeling you get when you are preparing to do something that you would rather not. I was interviewing a soldier who

was retiring after a storied career as a medic in the U.S. Army, and I anticipated a long narrative of battlefield memories and stories of survival. And this guy had seen all of those things, but he was much too humble to mention any of them as we talked of his many tours of duty. He had seen

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men die in his arms, and suffered through some unthinkable horrors in unspeakable situations. “When they know they are not going to make it, they call for their mothers,” he said, wiping a tear from his eye. “Their mother?” I replied with

some surprise. He explained that — in that moment of total despair and surrender — battle-hardened heroes call for the one person that had cared for and healed them so many times in the past. see LOVE, pg. 8

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‘Critical Thinking Skills’ need during pandemic crisis For those controlling our lives, they need to enroll in developing “Critical Thinking Skills”. There is too much conflicting information out there. Some will say things they believe and deliberately mislead in the end turn out to be mistaken. Do not accept anything at face value – you need to reach a logical conclusion and all reasons for your decisions must be true. Common sense – time to step up and reinvent yourself to prepare for your new future. I know it’s been in the works for years. Do you not think it to be strange that all networks had to install new towers and have them up and working by March 13, 2020, to expand WiFi. The President blames the media and previous administrations while every day in his reports he gives himself a pat on the back for all the great things he has done, and continues his comments by only repeating the same things over and over each time things he has delivered. He praises his great relationship with China, Japan and a few others. Really? China created this pandemic. One of the first releases said that it was transmitted through an animal. Hmmm? And it was known to have started back in December. The President was not informed (I did not know anything) until January. The world as we knew it has been changing for years now, being manipulated by men making reckless decisions for their own profits, getting to the point where it cannot be fixed. No matter your faith – God sent our messages to awaken us only to be ignored, then they become more see LETTERS, pg. 8

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2015 Atlee graduate helps subdue man in airline disruption By Melody Kinser Managing Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Sgt. John Dietrick, a 2015 graduate of Atlee High School, found himself being hailed as a hero earlier this month after helping quash a potential volatile situation on board a flight from Japan to Texas. “The first thing that caught my attention was the screaming and banging coming from the bathroom and the worried looks from the other passengers,” he said last week about the May 4 incident. Dietrick, Capt. Daniel Kult and Pfc. Alexander Meinhardt of the 1st Battalion, 6th Marines were returning from a deployment in Okinawa. “Immediately, all of us stood up, and, without much communication, [we] knew that we needed to intervene and help due to our training,” the sergeant said. He concern was that the man may “be a danger to himself and everyone on board the plane.”

“The main concern,” Dietrick continued, “was we could not see him, so everything was an unknown.” As Marines, he said, “We train extensively in detainee handling and aggressive detainee handling so that the situation is never escalated to a dangerous level.” Like most heroes, Dietrick was humble in relaying the experience. He had already been interviewed several times before talking to his hometown newspaper. “Like every interview I have done, I like to say that I am glad that me and my compatriots were there -- but if we had not been, I believe that others would have stepped up and done the right thing!” he added. Dietrick, who enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps upon his high school graduation, is stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Looking ahead, he hasn’t decided if he will make a career in the Marines. But, if

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That interview took place more than two decades ago when I worked at The Hopewell News, but the softspoken medic’s words have stuck with me. They resound with more intensity each year as Mother’s Day approaches, and we offer thanks and appreciation for the many sacrifices made by the ones who bore us. My mother was forced into a dual role early in my life. When my father died at a young age, leaving two small children and a stay at home

mom behind, she must have felt like the weight of the world had descended on her. She didn’t shrink in the face of such an enormous challenge, and never shied from her mission to raise us the way my father would have wanted. She was more familiar with the needs of my sister, and attending dance recitals or school plays to see her perform seemed much more comfortable than attending a Boy Scout function or Little League game with me. I can recall many functions where boys showed up with their fathers, and I arrived

accompanied by my mother. Even more challenging was fielding questions from a young boy searching for answers in a world that seemed confusing after my father died. Queries most times reserved for man-to-man discussions were routine questions, and the answers most guys got from their fathers, I received from my mother. She also provided that swift kick in the rear end that boys often need, often tempered with the soothing shoulder that only a mother can provide. On her final day on this earth, I hurried to the bakery

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advanced; fires we have not seen, earthquakes in different areas, erotomania, drought, famine, with unpredictable weather change has halted typical growing food items. While during our pandemic all the so-called experts, well, they are depending on data in the meantime: Wash your hands, take a back seat, look with both eyes. With some cases they are not sure how a person may have contracted this virus. To get control of it, we should have been given the information sooner since we were not the experts. \We should have followed the actions of China. They are not washing -- only the people who are walking around with masks, which has been done for years. However, they have all people on lockdown. They are spraying or disinfecting everything with something we will probably never know: walls, handrails, ceilings, sidewalks, roadways in populated areas. January and February forced isolation. In March, they were ready to jump in and go back to work and take

to get my sister a birthday cake on my way to the hospital. Somehow, every minute seemed important, and the long line of customers moved more slowly than usual. When I arrived at my mother’s bedside, my sister rushed up to me and said, “She’s been asking for you.” I grasped her hand as she tried to speak. “Don’t try to talk, just relax.” Now, I’ve often wondered what those final words might have been, but I have a confident hunch it might have been a final lesson in life, one thing maybe she had forgotten to instill in all those years of

single parenting. With enormous effort, she took her other hand and placed it on top of mine, and looked at me and smiled. Minutes later, she was gone. As I sat in that hospital room beside her bed long after she had left this earth, I looked at the woman who had been both mother and father to me and thought of the sacrifices, the selfless hours, the uncomfortable moments associated with raising a teenage boy and the infinite amount of patience displayed by this amazing mother who taught me how

to be a man. The words of that medic have never left me, and, somehow, it seems totally fitting that the first face in a man’s life also is the last one he seeks when the end comes. It’s also the reason we pay homage to the women who raised us on this important day of recognition. Simply put, it’s called a Mother’s Love. And when those last minutes of life come to us all, we’ll probably be no different from those brave men on the battlefield and call out for our mothers. Chances are she’ll be there.

advantage of countries they put at risk with their experiment theory to take out over population by creating a flulike virus that would appear natural. The data is still out there somewhere. Some people have no idea where they may have gotten it, where some have systems for up to five days and they are back to work then redevelop. The experts speak every day they do not have the test kits then that they are only for certain people. Then it takes days for the test to get back. With the current actions, we will never know the true numbers of cases and deaths. We know health care workers are overwhelmed but washing hands will not curb the spread. They, like others, wear their gloves. TSA (Transportation Security Administration) workers were exposed; they wear their gloves to protect themselves but they are checking travelers’ baggage, zipping and moving things within their luggage. They are more than likely spreading the virus, not knowingly that is possibly why you see random cases in different spots. Then you have your own Governor, a doctor, making

lights of the fact that neckties harbor germs and had all staff not wearing them during this time. He needs a timeout. What about all those sneezes into your arm. What is the time line for the different fabrics? My take is the shoe thing. I strongly feel it is one of the biggest unknown spread. Shoes need to be decontaminated. All nurses cover themselves with gowns, masks, gloves, but most are wearing regular shoes not covered. They are subjected to pick up any droplets that fall. They clean areas but not cleaning sanitizing floors. I had a conversation with a paramedic, someone I know and love. I told him he needs to do this. He did agree as he stated they never known what they may see at a site and all this develops, and is in their mindset. He did respond and said he now leaves his shoes at work; they do have a way to sanitize. That’s a big step, but it does not end there. First responders also should clean their vehicles. If these unknown droplets, which they do not have accurate time are on your shoes, they are in your car, then they will be in your home. Tomorrow is not a given

day. Take care of yourself. Blanche Roberts Hanover

Pandemic questions aren’t political I don’t care if you’re Republican, Democrat, Libertarian or vote for unicorns, if you’re not asking these questions you should be: Why can you go to Walmart but not Marshals? Why the Dollar Store and not a mom-and-pop shop? Why can’t you have an elective surgery, but you can have an abortion, which is elective? Why should you stay inside but yet heat and sunlight kill the virus? Why don’t people know that these are “recommendations” not laws because they have not gone through due process? Why is it OK for government officials to get a haircut, but not common citizens? Why the fear, when this virus has a less than 1% death rate? What makes one person essential and another not? see LETTERS, pg. 22

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University for two years before pursuing a career in construction as a project manager. Parker had a passion for all things hunting, especially with

his father and close friends. He also loved dogs and he combined his two passions by see OBITUARIES, pg. 10

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CREASY CREASY, Robin D. Jr. "Bob," 85, passed away on May 12, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Kay C. Creasy; and two sons, Alan W. Creasy, his wife, Andrea and sons, Skyler Cagle and the late Taylor Cagle, Spotsylvania, Va. and Ross L. Creasy and his wife, Adrianne, their daughters, Presley and Samantha, Cumming, Ga.; and his brother, Ronald E. Creasy and his wife, Cathy and their son, Chris. Bob was an Army veteran, Public Health Advisor with the U.S. Department of Health Education and Welfare and retired from the Virginia Employment Commission having worked in the unemployment tax area for over 30 years. During his life, he was involved as President of the Richmond Chapter of Internationals Association of Personnel in Employment Security, President of the Robin Ridge Civic Association, President of the Blue Star Youth Football Association and Executive Board member of the Shady Grove United Methodist Church. After the death of his wife, Joyce Dobbins Creasy, Bob married Kay and was a member of Broadus Church. Private funeral and burial will be held in Signal Hill Memorial Park.

DAVIS DAVIS, Stuart Owen, 89, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 9, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Louise Davis; sister, Aline Erwin; his first wife, Lois Davis; and his second wife, Hattie Davis. Stuart is survived by his children, Mike Davis (Mary) and Karen Westphal (Jeff); four grandchildren, Claire Davis, Gabi Davis, Ryan Westphal (Emily) and Chris Westphal (Jamie); as well as five great-grandchildren, Sydney, Audrey, Zoey, Quinn and Cora Westphal. He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, having served in an Artillery Support Unit during the Korean Conflict and retired after 41 years of service as a Senior Linesman Underground Network Technician with VEPCO. Stuart was a member of Fairfield Presbyterian Church for 65 years, where he served as a Deacon. He was happiest spending quality time with his family at the river. Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairfield Presbyterian Church, 6930 Cold Harbor Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. DRESSLER, Franklin C. "Spike," 87, of Mechanicsville,

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went to be with the Lord in Carolina Blue Heaven, Friday, May 15, 2020. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Kelsey Orndorff; and his dog, Hannah. Spike is survived by his wife, Virginia E. Dressler; two children, Frankie Dressler (Christi) and Lee Anne Orndorff (Randy); four grandchildren, Andrew, Sydney, Josh and Jordan; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Carol Lampkin. He was retired after 35 years of service with C&P Telephone and was an active member of Fairmount Christian Church. Graveside services will be private. The family will receive friends from 5 to 6:30 p.m., with services beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2020, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairmount Christian Church, P.O. Box 788, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111 or the Hanover Humane Society, 12190 Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005. bennettfuneralhomes.com

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SHELTON, Parker. On Wednesday, May 13, 2020, Parker Shelton, loving son and brother, passed away at the age of 23. Parker was born on July 22, 1996, in Henrico, Va., to Christina and Carlton Shelton. He graduated from Hanover

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The Hanover County Pound, located at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, has wonderful pets available to a good home. Lucas, Animal ID# 574939, is a 10-year-old male beagle. He has had his first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Lucas is a sweet old man that has been in the shelter for about two months now. He came to there with a minor skin condition. Shelter staff members have been treating him since his arrival and he is doing much better. Lucas likes to play with smaller dogs like him. He also likes to go on walks. Lucas enjoys lying on his bed and chewing on his play toy. He will be best suited in an indoor living situation. Abigail, Animal ID# 575195, is a 1-year-old female domestic shorthaired feline. She has had her first set of vaccines and is FELV/FIV test negative. Abigail is a playful girl that was surrendered to the shelter a week ago. She has settled in very well. Abigail is very friendly with people. She also does well around

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training his beloved bird dog, Willie Nelson. He had a great passion for rehabilitating old trucks. Parker enjoyed physical fitness and chasing gains at the gym. He loved playing volleyball and shared his love of volleyball with the JV Boys

Volleyball team as coach at Hanover High School. Parker was known for his candor on politics, quick wit and lighthearted joking that delighted every person he encountered. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Richard and Frances Shelton. Parker is survived by his parents; sisters, Nicole and Meredith

Shelton; and his maternal grandparents, Barbara and Robert Flournoy; in addition to several aunts, uncles and cousins. Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Donations may be sent to The JED Foundation and Speak Up. Online guestbook at lacyfh.com.

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Scotchtown Chapter makes masks for healthcare, military Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

EAVERDAM -- The Scotchtown Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is lending a helping hand to healthcare and active military workers on the front lines of the pandemic, ensuring that local residents and an active military base have more protective wear resources to face the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. Several members of Scotchtown Chapter responded to the mask shortage by hand sewing masks to donate to local hospitals and staff

and an active military base in North Dakota. As of May 12, the Scotchtown chapter had sewn over 350 masks for Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota, and local hospital staff members who made the requests to them. “While we are each doing our part to slow the spread of the virus by staying home, the DAR members in our Hanover-based chapter wanted to respond to a few specific requests they received from friends and military members. These requests came from those who are working hard to keep our communities safe and healthy” Scotchtown Regent Anita McConnell said. “We know these are tough times for everyone and wanted to do whatever we could to spread a little sunshine and help

COVID-19 status prompts county to cancel ceremony (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 (COVID-19), 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 Memorial Day. For more information, contact Hanover County Parks and Recreation at parksandrec@ hanovercounty.gov or 804-3657150.

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meet these requests.” Nationwide, DAR chapters from all 50 states have been participating in the organization’s Service to America From Home initiative with

more than 300,000 masks already being donated and tens of thousands more produced each day to be distributed in local communities. “I am exceptionally proud of what DAR members are accomplishing as a part of a proud tradition of service that dates to our 1890 founding,” said Denise Doring VanBuren, DAR president general. “In difficult times like these we know that it is not the emergency that defines us, but how we respond to it.” For DAR membership inquiries and other questions about Scotchtown Chapter, contact scotchtownchapterdar.weebly.com or our Regent at avepadre@gmail.com. To learn more about DAR visit www.dar.org.

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An upgrade to LEDs literally shed a new light on a local business’ parking lot. M.W. Butler Electric in Mechanicsville started the work in December, with a completion date in April. Project manager/estimator David Wells said those involved in the project included: Jeff Bessellieu from Page Auto Group, Gene Carr of Dominion Energy/Honeywell, Tommy Crowder of Capital Electric Supply, and Rick Childers with Fanlight Corp. According to Wells, NaturLED 240-watt pole heads replaced the outdated 1000-watt metal halide bulb and ballast fixtures. Bessellieu added, “It just makes sense with the Dominion Energy rebate incentive and the lighting is better.” John Nickens, general manager of Mechanicsville Toyota, praised the project, which help to improve energy efficiency by 78 percent.

County services available for those in need during coronavirus crisis HANOVER -- Following recommended guidelines during COVID-19 has been challenging for every community across our country. Many individuals and families are experiencing the financial and emotional impacts of this unprecedented health crisis. This may be the first time many have sought assistance. Help is available. Hanover residents who have questions or need specific assistance can get help by calling one of four important County phone numbers: CHICKAHOMINY HEALTH DISTRICT COVID19 HOTLINE PUBLIC: 3653340 / PROVIDER: 365-3341 see CRISIS, pg. 13

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Ashland launches new business grant program Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

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ASHLAND – To support local businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, the Town of Ashland is launching a new business grant program and temporary changes to local regulations that will

allow for expanded outdoor patio space at town restaurants and retail establishments. The Safety Enhancement Grant program, funded by the town’s Economic Development Authority (EDA), will allocate $35,000 for grants of up to $2,000 to

help businesses implement best practices for maintaining a safe and healthy environment for patrons and employees. Funds can be used to purchase items needed to reopen a business or return to a “normal” level of service, such as personal protective equipment for staff, easy to

clean or disposable menus, or additional outdoor furniture for expanded patio seating. Any business located within the town’s corporate limits is eligible to apply. Although a program of the EDA, see GRANT, pg. 13

Funeral homes offer free flag exchange Quarterly early Woody and Nelsen prepare in advance of Memorial Day, Flag Day and Fourth of July Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

funeral home location before they drop off and exchange flags for a safe and contactless ith Memorial exchange method. Day and Flag “Many people are unaware Day coming up, or confused about the proper and the Fourth way to dispose of an old of July just around the corner, American Flag,” Barton said. Woody and Nelsen Funeral She referred to the Flag Code Homes are once again offerof the United States, which ing families the opportunity suggests that the flag, when it to exchange their old, torn or is in such condition that it is soiled American flag for a new no longer a fitting emblem of 3’ by 5’ flag. In exchange, your display, should be destroyed in retired flag will be given proper a dignified way, preferably by disposal in accordance with the burning. U.S. Flag Code under the ausToday nearly 90 years since pices of The Virginia the Flag Code was War Memorial. originally written Lacyn Barton, there are localipresident of Nelsen ties that have laws and Woody Funeral prohibiting burnHomes, said the five ing. Moreover, Woody and Nelsen the fabrics used to Funeral Home make flags are now locations in the mostly synthetic Richmond area are fabrics and have offering the free flag the potential of givexchange as a service BARTON ing off toxic fumes to the community. when burned. “During these “Disposing of difficult times it is a used American Flag in the more important than ever to proper way is not as easy as it demonstrate our unity and determination to prevail during sounds,” Barton said. Last year, the Woodythe COVID – 19 crisis,” Barton and Nelsen-sponsored flag said. “The American Flag repexchange resulted in over resents that American spirit.” 1,200 used flags returned to Individuals may call the

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the funeral home locations and exchanged for new flags. The returned flags were delivered to the Virginia War Memorial for proper disposal. Barton said you can contact and stop by any of the Woody or Nelsen Funeral Home locations listed below to exchange your old flag for a new one. The old flags will then be delivered to the Virginia War Memorial, which will have them disposed of in accordance with the U.S. Flag Code. Woody Funeral Homes are located at: z 1771 North Parham Rd. in Henrico County

z 1020 Huguenot Rd. in Midlothian z 9271 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville Nelsen Funeral Homes are located at: z 4650 South Laburnum Ave. in Richmond z 412 South Washington Hwy. in Ashland “Our goal is to help Richmond area residents showcase their American spirit on Memorial Day, Flag Day and the Fourth of July,” said Barton. “Our deepest thanks and appreciation go out to those who serve and have fought in defense of our freedom.”

RICHMOND – State officials led by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), local officials and Dominion Energy will conduct a quarterly test of the early warning siren system around the North Anna Power Station on Wednesday, May 20 at approximately 11:10 a.m. and the Emergency Alert System. For the early warning siren system, a steady threeminute tone will be sounded by 68 sirens in Caroline, Hanover, Louisa, Orange and Spotsylvania counties. The sirens are located within a 10-mile radius of the power station. The Emergency Alert System test is made available through participating radio and television broadcasters, cable systems, satellite radio and television providers, and wireline video providers, and is scheduled to last approximately one minute.

Siren and EAS tests take place at the North Anna Power Station on a quarterly basis. If there were an actual emergency at the power station, residents would hear four separate three-minute activations of the early warning siren system, each separated by a one-minute silent interval. Total elapsed time for actual emergency notification is 15 minutes. During an emergency when sirens sound, residents should listen to local and state officials and local media outlets that broadcast emergency information for updates and instructions. Emergency guides are mailed to surrounding households and additional information about the siren system, emergency notifications and safety planning can be found on Dominion Energy’s website. Siren and EAS tests take place near the North Anna Power Station on a quarterly basis on the third Wednesday of February, May, August and November of 2020.

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| News, Updates & Listings Tuesday, May 26 The Hanover County Department of Social Services Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Hanover County Social Services at 12304 Washington Hwy. in Ashland. The meeting is open to the public.

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

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HANOVER COUNTY COMMUNITY RESOURCES 365-4300 HANOVER COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD– MENTAL HEALTH 3654222 HANOVER SOCIAL SERVICES 365-4100 Hanover residents that are

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 804-366-9645 or email kjfaith1@gmail.com.

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.

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.

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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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 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.

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.

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.

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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

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

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

facing financial challenges are also reminded to apply for food assistance (SNAP), temporary financial assistance (TANF) or health insurance benefits (Medicaid) through Hanover Social Services. For more information on these programs you may call the Social Services Call Center at 1-855-635-4370 or apply on line at www.Commonhelp. Virginia.Gov Hanover County

Government also is participating in a regional food kit distribution program as long as supplies last. For updates, visit the 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 pro-

vide food resources to families or individuals who are experiencing financial challenges, not only during the COVID19 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.) Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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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.

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Room G110 of Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in 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 804-7469073; 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. man of the town’s Economic Development Authority. “The EDA is committed to seeing our local businesses weather this storm and we are happy to partner with them to provide some needed assistance.” In addition, the town is rolling out a Parking to Patio initiative. To allow restaurants and retail establishments the ability

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The board approved Gill’s $199,377 million proposal in February. “At the end of the day, I was quite proud of the work our team had done to reflect the priorities in the budget that was presented,” Gill said. “Among those was a compensation increase of 2 percent for everybody, taking some additional steps to reduce compression …. highlighting our bus drivers with additional compensation, reflecting positions in the area of social emotional learning and mental health, counseling and behavior.” “We were proud to have you approve that budget and take it to the [Hanover County]

Station, and Peake’s Roads. “We have received numerous citizen concerns related to safety and well-being primarily around the zoning activity related to Wegmans,” Flagg said. Flagg listed a myriad of concerns raised by citizens regarding increased truck traffic on those roads, including the large number of school bus stops on those sections, pedestrian access, cyclist safety, and the possibility of trucks delaying EMS vehicles. Citizens also have downtown area to allow adjacent businesses to expand their operations outdoors. Restaurants that want to participate must coordinate with the town’s Community Development Department and seek approval from the Virginia Department of Health and the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority. “In a time when businesses are being inundated with new regulations, we’re happy to loosen some of ours to enable

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND— In January, Hanover County Public Schools Superintendent Michael Gill presented an ambitious 2020-2021 budget for Hanover County School Board consideration. Despite some challenging financial considerations, the budget provided salary increases and addressed an increasing number of behavioral issues occurring in classrooms across the Commonwealth. At that time, Gill said this budget was his most difficult since his arrival in Hanover, but was proud of its ability to maintain a clear focus on

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process and the requirement so we can have a discussion if needed and move forward to a public hearing,” Kelly-Wiecek said. Flagg, director of Public Works, said interest in restricting truck traffic on those roads is a result of the Wegmans‘ project. The roads involved in the discussion include sections of Ashcake, New Ashcake, Atlee

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to social distance in accordance with Governor Northam’s orders, the town is temporarily permitting expanded patio seating to serve customers. The new measure will permit outdoor seating to encroach on up to 25% of required parking while social distance measures are in effect. Also, the town will temporarily close portions of public parking and streets in the

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“Those priorities we presented back in January are still very much priorities. In no way shape or form should it represent the deletion of any of those priorities. Rather, it is simply pushing the pause button until the economy rebounds and we can restore each and every item that was presented to you,” Gill said via Zoom. There are three focus areas of the revised budget, including protecting existing jobs, maintaining current salaries and continuing the five-year technology plan. “Those were the three focus areas, the lens that framed our

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bit has happened since then, and the world has changed as we know it; so has the fiscal impact for all of us,” Gill told board members in a remotely accessed meeting last week. The superintendent told school board members that cuts in revenues due to the coronavirus had resulted in a $5.5 million shortfall in this year’s proposed budget. “As we bring you this budget for final adoption, it does look quite different,” Gill said. Navigating a $5.5 million shortfall won’t be easy, but Gill said the priorities that included more behavioral counselors listed in January are still system goals.

expressed concerns regarding the residential nature of the areas and the hazards of allhour operations. In order to restrict trucks, Flagg said VDOT requires that a reasonable alternate route is available for trucks to reach their destination. In addition, the truck traffic must be shown to not be compatible with affected area. Roads considered must be classified as residential or must be considered a local collector route in order to be consid-

ered. Flagg presented drawings of alternate routes, some of them adding considerable mileage and times to trips, that must accompany any application to VDOT. He also specified the definition of thru-trucks, terminology that allows some large trucks to access restricted roads. They include trucks destined for a specific destination for deliveries, and pickups and FedEx type panel delivery trucks also would be exempted

from the restrictions. Once the formal request from the board is received, “VDOT will perform a study …. and determine if a restriction is appropriate.” A public comment period is included in that process, and the VDOT commissioner issues the final decision. Road being considered for the waiver include: Ashcake Road from the intersection of Peake’s and Mount Hermon with Sliding Hill and Georgetown Roads.

(1.7 miles). Atlee Station Road between Sliding Hill Road and Route 301. (3.7 miles). New Ashcake Road from Sliding Hill Road to Route 301. (3.4 miles). Peake’s Road, (2.8 miles). Kelly-Wiecek said there could be some modifications to the request following further input from board members before moving to approve a public hearing on the matter. The motion passed unanimously.

them to operate as safely as possible,” Ashland Mayor Steve Trivett said. “We’re thrilled to roll out two initiatives we hope will encourage people to eat, shop and spend in Ashland.” “This is about more than just simple economics, this is about community,” Shelton said. “For the town to thrive, we need a healthy small business community that will survive tough times. This is about neighbors helping neighbors;

about adapting and thinking proactively to ensure we all come out on the other side of this thing together,” he added. For more information on the Safety Enhancement Grants program and the Parking to Patio initiative, contact Nora Amos or Joe Topham with the town’s Community Development Department at: planning@ashlandva.gov or 804-798-1073.

Affectionately referred to by locals as the "Center of the Universe," Ashland is situated about 15 miles north of Richmond and home to over 7,700 residents. A small town with a big personality, railroad tracks run the length of Ashland's historic main street, which is lined with shops, restaurants, a historic inn, a brewery, and the campus of Randolph-Macon College. The Town of Ashland operates under the council-

manager form of government, which combines the strong political leadership of an elected town council with the professional managerial experience of an appointed town manager. The Town of Ashland prides itself on providing efficient and effective government services that support our community and enhance our quality of life. Learn more about the Town of Ashland at https:// www.ashlandva.gov/.

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COVID-19 initial impact on farmers ominous Strawberry picking ‘off the charts’ in Virginia BLACKSBURG – The story of how the U.S. copes with the coronavirus pandemic is in its early chapters, as Virginia’s agricultural producers hold out for a happier ending. A recently released report from the Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics provides an overview of the coronavirus pandemic’s disruptions to the national food supply chain and Virginia agriculture. The overall analysis is ominous, with a few bright spots. “We are experiencing the challenge of a lifetime,” said Wilmer Stoneman, vice president of agriculture, development and innovation for Virginia Farm Bureau Federation. “Our food system is being tested from top to bottom with an unknown duration. However, Virginia farmers are still farming. They are planting seed and caring for their livestock to do their part for their communities.” U.S. food consumption has remained the same since the onset of social dis-

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thinking as we looked at how to enclose that $5.5 million gap,” Gill said. Assistant superintendent Terry Stone, in charge of finance, said a revised county budget passed on May 6 forced school officials to scramble and begin an almost start from scratch revision. School board members approved Gill’s original $199.4 million budget in February. The revised school operating budget totals $193.9 million. Local funding was adjusted downward by about $3 million due to revenue shortfalls on the county side of the equation. In addition, state cuts in revenue reduced their contribution by $3.3 million. Stimulus funds provided about $927,000 of additional revenues for the schools, a one time funding due to the coronavirus.

tancing requirements, but how Americans buy it has changed. Grocery spending has increased by $14.4 billion, while purchases of restaurant food have shrunk by $3.9 billion. This affects what food varieties are consumed, impacting industries like aquaculture. According to the report, 98% of mollusk farmers indicated they have lost sales due to COVID-19. “Another widely discussed example of a similar problem is how school closures have led to substantially reduced demand for milk,” said Dr. John Bovay, assistant professor in the CALS department. “Different distribution channels and different packaging requirements are an important consideration here.” The analysis reported turbulence in livestock, poultry and dairy markets with retail demand increasing and farm prices decreasing, driven by reduced capacity at processing plants and reduced demand by institutional buyers. “Although all meat and poultry plants in Virginia remain open, the national market situation is bleak,” Bovay continued. “Prices for hogs and cattle are also down

“We cannot rely on that for the subsequent fiscal year,” Stone told board members. The adjusted numbers forced cuts in expenditures that started by removing all proposed salary increases. In addition, 13 unfilled positions will remain vacant, eliminating new counselor and behavioral positions. Post-retirement employment program hours and compensation also will be reduced. Stone said eliminating the salary increases saved about $3 million. Eight bus driver positions also will be eliminated. The board is considering a plan that would unify start times at all elementary schools. Currently, Beaverdam and South Anna Elementary Schools have later start times. Establishing the same start time for all elementary schools would facilitate a reduction of eight drivers, representing a savings of $112,000 and increase system-wide efficiency by freeing up drivers.

significantly.” Depressed livestock prices also have reduced demand and prices for feed. But it’s not all bad news. The green industry might see a boost, with more home gardeners growing food and enhancing their landscapes. Prices for meat, poultry, dairy and produce will be bolstered somewhat by a new federal commoditybuying program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program intends to purchase and distribute U.S. agricultural products to help compensate for the food chain oversupply. “Pre-pandemic volatility in farm prices has been amplified manifold,” Stoneman said. “We are grateful for the help heading our way from many sources, including our leaders in Washington.” Farmers markets, wineries, breweries and distilleries have taken a hit but have invented new ways to serve Virginians. “The pandemic is forcing businesses and policymakers to adopt new marketing strategies and regulations,” Bovay said. “And some of these changes may be good for business in the long run.”

RICHMOND — Strawberry season is in full swing, and, despite challenges and interruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic, pickyour-own strawberry farms are having a record season. “People are just thrilled that we’re open,” said Robbie Vaughan of Vaughan Farm’s Produce in Virginia Beach. Considered essential businesses, U-pick farms have implemented extra safety and social distancing measures. Strawberry picking, Vaughan said, is inherently a socially distant activity, as rows are already 6 feet apart. However, out of an abundance of caution, Vaughan said customers are now picking every

other row — doubling the distance to 12 feet. Farm clerks wear masks and gloves, and customers must use hand sanitizer before going into the fields to pick. Strawberries are sold by the container instead of by the pound, and customers pre-pay for a new bucket to pick strawberries instead of bringing their own containers. Once they’re finished picking, they can head right home instead of standing in line at a register.

this year’s budget. “Again, anything that was taken out of the budget, most specifically the salary increases, the positions we were looking so forward to adding back in January — this does not represent a delete from the

record, rather a pause until the economy rebounds and I truly look forward to the day when I’m able to bring back a recommendation to you to restore those positions,” Gill said. The superintendent said all plans being made or altered

during the crisis have a certain amount of uncertainty attached. “There are a lot of ifs, but that’s the situation we are in which is number one unprecedented and number two very fluid.”

“We are also proposing a cut in operating costs across the board,” Stone said. “We had to shave a little bit out of everyone’s budget.” There also will be a delay in filling support positions and some vehicle replacement plans will be extended. The proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is unaffected by the budget revisions. The school nutrition budget increased by $115,000, bringing the revised and unanimously approved school all funds budget to $214.4 million. “It is unfortunately an impossibility to cut $5 million from a budget already under $2 million without there being pain associated with it,” Gill said. “Because of the efforts of so many, we feel this budget presented here represents the least painful way to make very painful decisions,” he added. He also addressed concerns regarding items removed from

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From Center of Universe to bigger world R-MC grad leaves Ashland for Yellowstone and beyond By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – In high school, Jamie Langbein fell down a hole and hasn’t yet come out of it. Not that she’s complaining. The former goalkeeper for the Randolph-Macon women’s lacrosse team graduated and has gone on to spend summers in Yellowstone National Park, winters in the mountains of Colorado, and this summer working as a biological technician at Padre Island National Seashore. “I took an AP environmental science course in high school,” Langbein said. “By the time I got into that class I know that was a lot of what I was interested in. From there I kind of fell into the environmental science hole and haven’t crawled out since.” It was little surprise that a young woman who preferred being outside, whether playing sports, taking care of animals, or learning about the life around her, sought a college

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Randolph-Macon’s Jamie Langbein defense the Yellow Jacket goal. She is working this summer as a biological technician for the National Park Service at Padre Island National Seashore.

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Randolph-Macon graduate Jamie Langbein left the lacrosse field for the bigger environs of Yellowstone National Park 2017.

where she could indulge all her interests. Randolph-Macon, with its strong environmental science program in addition to its successful athletic programs, seemed the perfect fit. “When I was looking at schools, my parents were very much, like, ‘You know, it’s great

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that you have the opportunity to play lacrosse in college, but you have to go somewhere that has good schooling. Lacrosse is over in four years, and then you have the rest of your life. There are a lot of really cool things you can do, but you have to have a very good education and the

right educational tools for that,’” Langbein said. “One of the reasons why I ended up at Randolph-Macon was that it really was one of my favorites of all the colleges I looked at in that I liked the [lacrosse] team, and I liked the environmental studies pro-

gram. It was kind of like the only one that really fit.” When she visited the Ashland campus her senior year in high school, it was a meeting with the head of the environmental studies program, Mike Fenster, who helped cement her decision to attend.

“Just listening to him talk about some of the possibilities and options I had, for me it was, like, ‘OK, this is going to help me get to where I want to go,’” Langbein said. “At the time, I didn’t really know where it was I wanted to go, but it looked like I had options. … It was reassuring that I had four years to put the picture together, and I had the professor who was going to help me do that.” One of the places the college helped her go was to the Grand Canyon – a pivotal journey in her life. “It was the first time I had ever hiked for an extended see UNIVERSE, pg. 19

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period of time, camped, kind of got my hands ‘dirty’ in research, I guess you could say, going places,” Langbein said. “The West Coast is so much different from the East Coast. I got to see the environment from a different perspective. That’s kind of where I latched on – my sophomore year in the Grand Canyon semester.” Her first sight of the Grand Canyon proved life-changing. “There were 14 students. It was a semester-long program and we were all together all the time,” Langbein said. “The first week we had all just got there. Maybe three [students] knew each other, but the rest of us were all strangers. … [The teachers] brought us straight up to the Grand Canyon to the North Rim. We got up there and they were, like, ‘All right. We’re going up to the Canyon for the first time, but here’s what we want to do. We want you all to close your eyes and hold hands.’ “We formed a line and walked single file, with the professors guiding us so that nobody fell off the edge or anything, and we walked hand-inhand, 14 strangers, to a good vantage point, basically, and they just kind of guided us there and they, were, like, ‘OK, open your eyes.’ It was kind of like being on another planet. I had seen mountains before. I grew up skiing in Jackson Hole. I had been to Yellowstone a bunch by this point. … But the Grand Canyon itself is so massive in ways that words and pictures can’t even do justice.” That experience confirmed her desire to work with the environment in some fashion, so, the summer after her sophomore year, she joined the Student Conservation Association, which gave her the opportunity to work the first of two summers in Yellowstone National Park – in research on

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Top, left: Randolph-Macon graduate Jamie Langbein measures the carapace, or back shell, of a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle at South Padre Island National Seashore. Above, she holds the skull of an elk in Yellowstone National Park. Left, Langbein takes some measurements of a sedated bison at Yellowstone.

bison. “The first day I went out in the field with the team – I didn’t really know any of them, but they were nice, you know – but the first day they were, like, ‘We’re going to go out to one of our sites,’ Langbein said. “There was probably, like 100-150 bison right where we needed to be. At the time I was, like, you stay 25 yards from all wildlife and 100 years from wolves and bears. I had that down. … “Everyone on the team just walks, like, straight up to the bison and starts waving their arms to shoo them off so they can get to where they needed to go to do the experiment. And I’m kind of hanging back – like, this is scary – but then if I don’t go through the bison everyone’s going to leave me behind.” She worked up the courage to go through the herd, staying close to experienced members of the group, and found that she loved the work. She loved it so much she signed up for another

summer with the student conservation association. In the years since, the work she participated in has led to a scientific paper on the role that bison play in increasing plant biodiversity in the park. Her

scientific experience has her thinking about graduate school, but also possibly a career with the National Park Service. Anyone who wants to become a National Park Service ranger someday usually has to

start out in temporary summer positions. This year, she landed one of those coveted entry-level posts as a biological technician at Padre Island National Seashore. The work she is involved in now is keep-

ing tabs on nesting sea turtles, primarily Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, an endangered species. “Basically, my job here is to patrol during nesting season,” Langbein said. “Sea turtles come and they nest on the beach, and in Texas all the beaches are public lands, so people drive on them, and they drive right through where these turtles nest. … Our biggest duty is patrolling and making sure we’re catching all the nests so that we can remove them from the beach so that they don’t get run over or predated or otherwise destroyed.” They take the nests to a hatchery where the eggs can be incubated. When the eggs are ready to hatch, they release the hatchlings onto the beach. From there, the hatchlings crawl to the ocean and – if all goes well – the female turtles return in time to lay eggs and perpetuate their populations. The work implies hope for the future. If Langbein has anything to do with it, it will be a bright one. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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(:35) ››‡ “The Dead Don’t Die” (2019) ‘R’

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Redskins

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King

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Friends ’

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(65-CW)

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(WGN)

Elementary ’ Å

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Coastal Railways

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Law & Order: SVU

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(WTBS)

“Shrek the Third” (2007) ››› “Shrek 2” (2004) Voices of Mike Myers.

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Good Luck

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“Escaping the NXIVM Cult: Mother Fight”

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Godfather

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(11:50) ››‡ “Cars 2” (2011) Voices of Owen Wilson. ’

(LIFE)

Abducted

“Trapped: The Alex Cooper Story”

“Poisoned Love: The Stacey Castor Story” (2020)

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Two Men

301

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320

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5:30

To Be Announced

(NBCSWSH) (2:00) Nationals Championship Parade ’ Å

(8-ABC)

The Last Dance

(6-CBS)

(3:00) PGA Tour Golf (N) ’ Å

(35-FOX) Cherry Blossom Festival

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301

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(11:40) “Crazy Rich Asians” (2018)

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320

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7 PM

7:30

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8 PM

8:30

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9 PM

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American Idol ’ Å

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Magnum P.I. ’ Å

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Labor of Love ’ Å

News

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BISSELL

12 News

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Blue Bloods ’

Blue Bloods Blackout ’

Blue Bloods ’

Lawrence Welk

A Place to Call Home

Midsomer

Blue Bloods Trust ’

(57-PBS) Old House

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Amanpour and Company Expedition With Steve

Spy in the Wild

NOVA Eagle Power (N)

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NCIS Dark Secrets ’

NCIS Family Ties ’

(USA)

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(3:06) ››‡ “The Magnificent Seven” (2016)

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Big City

(FREE)

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“The Neighbor in the Window” (2020) Å

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(3:00) ››› “G.I. Jane” (1997) Demi Moore. Å

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301

(HBO)

(2:35) Glass (:45) We’re Here Å

320

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Possession “A Fantastic Fear of Everything” ‘R’

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(12-NBC) (2:00) IndyCar Racing ’ Å

(65-CW)

(WGN)

Two Men

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Song of the Mountains

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Reel South Seadrift ’

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Snowpiercer

Limitless

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Gold Rush

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SpongeBob Friends ’

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Big City

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5:30

(:05) ›› “Grudge Match” (2013) Robert De Niro.

6 PM

6:30

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(57-PBS) To Contrary British Baking (USA)

Law & Order: SVU

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(3:00) The Match: Champions for Charity (N) (Live) Å

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(3:00) The Match: Champions for Charity (N) (Live) Å

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The First 48 ’ Å

Law & Order: SVU

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Big City

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“Chris Watts: Confessions of a Killer” (2020) Å

(:35) We’re Here Å

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“Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star”

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Wizards Greatest Hits

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Celebrity Family Feud

Press Your Luck 102 ’

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MAY 24, 2020 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

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(PARMT) (3:30) ›››‡ “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” ’

30 for 30

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Last Man

Austin City Limits Å

7 PM

Big City

Moonshiners ’ Å

CBS News 12 News

Murdoch Mysteries ’

Gold Rush ’ Å

(6:55) ›››› “Toy Story 2” (1999) ’ Å

(:45) ›››‡ “John Wick: Chapter 3 -- Parabellum” (2019)

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(6-CBS)

Blue Bloods ’

Gold Rush ’ Å

ESPN Original Documentaries

(8-ABC)

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Gold Rush ’ Å

5 PM

Big Bang

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(4:55) ›››› “Toy Story” (1995) ’ Å

Songs

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Big City

MAY 23, 2020 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

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Gold Rush ’ Å

Kitchen

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Major Crimes All In

(PARMT) (3:00) Men in Black ’ Å

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UFC Archival NHL 20: Capitals at

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10:30

Leverage Å

NCIS Ready or Not ’

Good Luck

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“From Straight A’s to XXX” (2017) Haley Pullos.

10 PM

UFC Archival NHL 20: Capitals at

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Ready Jet

(USA)

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Doesn’t shelter at home mean there is a whole population of people, not staying home so we can? Why are they dividing us? How do people not know that we are a republic, not a democracy? Where has the flu gone? Why do the homeless consistently demonstrate the lowest infection rates? Why are they telling us to mask up after two months of lockdown? Why have most other death rates dropped since the virus?

Why are the common people being controlled by the government and no one is controlling the government? Why are hospitals paid more for COVID-19 deaths? Why are some doctors speaking out and then getting silenced? Why are they infringing on Christians’ religious freedoms? Why can 500 people shop at Lowe’s or Home Depot, etc., but we are not allowed to go into a church building? And, why push for mail voting when voting booths can be set at Lowe’s or Home Depot or grocery stores? Ask think for yourself, you

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Listening and hearing by supervisors One of the paradigms of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has been “We listen to you and we do hear what you are saying.” I think a super example of this was during the board’s meeting last night (Wednesday, May 13). There has been much discussion addressing the loca-

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tion of the Wegmans’ distribution center in the Hanover County’s Business Park. One of the main concerns was the potential safety factors with all the large trucks coming and going 24/7. Thank you, Mrs. Faye Prichard, supervisor for the Ashland District, working along with your colleagues in developing a much safer travel route for delivery traffic. I think our board over the years has shown a willingness to “Walk in their shoes.” Mrs. Sue Dibble, South Anna’s supervisor, truly showed this when she voted

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ST. GEORGE, Utah – Brennon Dean of Mechanicsville was among the largest-ever graduating class during this unprecedented year, awarding 2,388 degrees to 2,021 graduates, at Dixie State University. He received a Bachelor of Science degree. To learn more about Dixie State University, visit dixie. edu and for details about DSU's 109th Commencement Ceremony, go to dixie.edu/ commencement.

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against the approval of Wegmans application because she was willing to “Walk in their shoes.” Listening to the concerns of the residents who will be most affected by this development weighed heavily upon her heart. We do have a very empathetic board and by making adjustments to the routing of traffic surely shows this characteristic. The only thing that stays constant is change. Through participation by all parties, responsible change should be the end product. Dan Johnson Montpelier

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MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES EPISCOPAL

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN

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

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

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170 COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

LUTHERAN St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 ∂ 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor; Sun. Sch. 9:15am, Worship 10:30am

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

acainfo@atleechristianacad emy.com HopeNow Counseling Center Licensed Counselors available 277-4558 / paul@hopenow.cc

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

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SOUTHERN BAPTIST

Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday - Bible Study for all ages, 9:45am10:45am; Worship 11a.m. (Nursery Prov.) Pastor, Ken Stalls, Youth Director, Travis Tyler www.blackcreek.org or call (804)781-0330

Harvest Christian Fellowship (SBCV) 8080 AMF Dr. - www.hcfellowship.com Sun. School-9:00AM - Worship-10:15AM Wednesday - Youth Gathering - 6:45PM

Broadus Memorial Baptist 1 Church - 2 Locations! 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship Hebron Campus 3407 King William Rd. Aylett (at Mangohick) 23009 11am Contemporary Worship Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org Belong, Believe, Become Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800 FCC - Fellowship Community Church Teaching the Word of God and watching for the miraculous. Hanover High School 9:45am www.fellowshipcc.com Grace United Family Church "Where Grace Unites Us" 7252 Beulah Church Road (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

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

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

Lebanon United Methodist Church 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980 R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Facebook Live; 10am each Sunday www.facebook.com/LebUMC JOIN US ONLINE www.lebanonumc.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

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 8209 Shady Grove Rd. at the corner of Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville 804-746-9073

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

Weekly Online Worship Sundays at 9:45 a.m. shadygroveumc.org/worship online Rev. Jay Kelchner, Pastor info@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

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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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, May 27, 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: REZONINGS REZ2019-00015, CAPITAL UP INVESTMENTS, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, and B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions, to B-2(c), Community Business District with conditions, on GPINs 7822-41-0443 and 7822-41-3393, consisting of approximately 9.67 acres, and located on the north line of Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33) across from Bethany Estates Way (State Route pending). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Rural Village. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for development of a shopping center. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam REZ2019-00028, NANCY ROBERTSON COMBS Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to RS(c), Single Family Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 8706-06-6722, consisting of approximately 10.0 acres, and located on the north line of Combs Drive (State Route 2181) at its intersection with Cool Spring Road (State Route 652). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3.0 dwelling units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 22 building lots for a gross density of 2.2 units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy REZ2019-00035, LEBER ESTATES, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPINs 8753-03-8159 and 8753-11-5909, consisting of approximately 120.65 acres, and located on the west line of McClellan Road (State Route 628) at its intersection with Peace Road (State Route 616) and located on the east line of Market Road (State Route 630) approximately 900 feet south of its intersection with Falling View Lane (private road). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 19 building lots for a gross density of one dwelling unit per 6.35 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor REZ2020-00004, ROBERT J. TUCK, III AND HANKY, L.L.C. Request(s) an amendment to the conceptual plan approved with rezoning request C-1-19(c), Robert J. Tuck, III, et al., on GPINs 8724-14-6338(part), 8724-24-0545, 8724-14-5371 and 8724-14-6103, consisting of approximately 8.6 acres, zoned RS(c) Single-Family Residential District with conditions, and to rezone approximately 0.02 acres zoned RS(c) Single-Family Residential District with conditions to A-1, Agricultural District, located on the south line of Walnut Grove Road (State Route 636) approximately 500 feet east of its intersection with Cold Harbor Road (State Route 156). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3.0 dwelling units per acre). The proposed amendment would allow a minor property line adjustment and would change the gross density from 2.16 dwelling units per acre to 2.21 dwelling units per acre. No new lots are being proposed. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor REZ2020-00006, WILLIAM CALL Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 6799-41-7871, consisting of approximately 4.28 acres, and located on the west line of Pinhook Road (State Route 617) approximately 315 feet south of its intersection with Explorer Ridge Road (private road). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one additional building lot for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 2.14 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2020-00007, KAY AND GEORGE FEARNOW Request(s) to rezone from R-1, Single-Family Residential District, to B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions, on GPINs 8705-74-4832 and 8705-74-6956, consisting of approximately 4.23 acres, and located on the north line of Pleasant Grove Road (State Route 1401) approximately 360 feet north of its intersection with Meadowbridge Road (State Route 627). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for development of medical offices. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy REZ2020-00008, DAVID FRANKLIN VAUGHAN Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions on GPIN 7871-42-1720, consisting of approximately 20.06 acres, and located on the south line of Blunts Bridge Road (State Route 667) at its intersection with Cross Corner Road (State Route 641). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of three (3) building lot for a gross density of one dwelling unit per 6.69 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP2020-00001, HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (FIRE/EMS) Request(s) an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit (CUP-24-83, Am. 1-05) in accordance with Sections 26-20.11 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a new fire training building at the existing fire training facility and its related uses on GPINs 7850-98-3275 and 7860-09-5200(part), consisting of approximately 259.85 acres; the area of the CUP is approximately 23.12 acres. The property is zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and is located on the north line of Winston Road (State Route 696) approximately 3,200 feet west of its intersection with Blanton Road (State Route 666). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS SE2020-00001, HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (FIRE/EMS) 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 GPIN 7860-09-5200, consisting of approximately 254.1 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Winston Road (State Route 696) approximately 3,200 feet west of its intersection with Blanton Road (State Route 666). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam SE2020-00004, FANNIE BARRETT Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.18 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a contractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s equipment storage yard on GPINs 7719-93-2318 and 7719-93-2287, consisting of approximately 3.80 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the west line of Walnut Hill Drive (State Route 622) at its intersection with Harris Estates Lane (private road). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna SE2020-00007, TRUSTEES OF MECHANICSVILLE CHURCH OF CHRIST Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 3.6.1(i) of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance (Repealed R-1 District) to permit one (1) temporary modular classroom trailer on GPIN 8705-50-5896, consisting of approximately 9.57 acres, zoned R-1, Single Family Residential District, and located on the south line of Atlee Road (State Route 638) at its intersection with Carter Lane (State Route 1419). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville SE2020-00008, TARA AND URIAH THESSEN Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.17.b of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a manufactured home in a medical hardship case on GPIN 6789-86-8107, consisting of approximately 5.0 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located at the terminus of Spur Lane (private road), approximately 455 feet south of its intersection with Feather Drive (private road). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna SE2020-00009, KAREN L. AND GARY R. MALTBY Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.25 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit an accessory family housing unit on GPIN 7820-14-7523, consisting of approximately 6.2 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Estate Lane (private road) approximately 0.37 miles north of its intersection with St. Peters Church Road (State Route 611). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna 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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May 20, 2020

Sheriff and deputies gather to honor those who gave all (Editor’s note: The following was submitted last Thursday by Col. David R. Hines, sheriff of Hanover County, in honor of

National Police Week.) HANOVER -- Each year we recognize the tremendous sacrifice law enforcement officers

make every day. In 2019, 146 officers across the country lost their lives in the line of duty. So far this year, 76 officers have died in the

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing on the appointment of a school board member for the Ashland and Chickahominy Magisterial Districts, in accordance with Section 22.129.1 of the Code of Virginia.

All persons desiring to nominate or support candidates for this position may appear at the above time and place. Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

line of duty. We remember them, we honor them and we keep their families in prayer. Inasmuch as we use this week to memorialize those officers who made the ultimate sacrifice, we also recognize those officers throughout the country who faithfully serve and work so hard to keep our communities safe. On Oct. 1, 1962, President John F. Kennedy, by joint resolution, proclaimed the second week of May as National Police Week. The first observance of this occasion occurred in May 1963. For 57 years this week, we as a nation have recognized the profession of law enforcement and the many men and women who have chosen this vocation. With so many other important professions in society, why did our country establish a week to recognize and honor our law enforcement officers? Maybe it was because of the oath of office they take, an oath of loyalty, courage, truth and trust, always mindful of the moral and ethical values that society esteems. Maybe it’s because once officers take that oath, they are also taking an oath to lead their lives in the most ethical manner, both on and off duty. Maybe it’s because a law enforcement officer must be someone that the public can trust and can count on like a friend. Perhaps we recognize our

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The Hanover County Sheriff’s Office, under the leadership of Col. David R. Hines, remembered law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty during a program held last Thursday.

law enforcement officers because they are expected to put their lives in danger to protect others. Maybe we honor our officers because in the face of danger when others run away, they run towards it. Maybe it’s because the nature of crime is becoming more complex and at times the brutality can shock even the most seasoned police officers, yet they continue on with an unfailing commitment and compassion to serve. There are many reasons to honor those in law enforcement who serve and sacrifice every day; however, as a society we should never forget and never lessen their accountability. As a community, we can never accept anything less than the best in our officers. At the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, D.C., there is an

inspiring quote that says it is not how these officers died that made them heroes, it is how they lived. This week we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice and those whose lives of service inspire so many. On behalf of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, we thank the many men and women across the nation who have served and are continuing to serve today, and we also thank those in our community for their tremendous support. A community is defined not only by the actions of those expected to serve, but even more so by the actions of those who serve when they see a need. As we recognize the heroes among us this week, we are grateful as well for the many community partnerships we share that make Hanover County a great place to live, work and raise a family.

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