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Reinstalling signs stirs school board, NAACP leader By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND -- Less than two days after the Hanover County School Board voted to remove the names of two county schools named for Confederate leaders, outdoor signage and nameplates were removed from the two campuses. According to a statement issued Monday, Aug. 3, by the Hanover County School Board, those signs will be going back up “for a brief period of time.” “Under the directive of the Hanover County School Board, school division staff will be temporarily reinstalling the primary signage at Lee-Davis High School and Stonewall Jackson Middle School for a brief period of time while school division administration works through the transition process for renaming

the schools,” the school board release said. “The School Board recognizes that those who find the names offensive would like them removed immediately and those who are not offended by the names would have liked them to remain longer. Just as there is an ongoing process for determining the new names of these schools, the School Board is asking staff to present a formalized process for the removal of the current names that includes signage and various articles located throughout the schools and campuses,” the statement continues. “In response to the School Board’s action taken during the July 14 meeting, staff will present a plan to the School Board at the August 11 meeting to address the various aspects of the school name removal see SIGNS, pg. 4

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Budesky’s return to county is more of a homecoming By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

ANOVER -- Making a difference in his community has been a driving force that has guided John Budesky from his earliest days as a public servant. It’s a mantra that has matured as he has progressed through a career that most recently landed him in Hanover as the county’s top administrator. Budesky, who previously served as deputy county administrator in Hanover for five years before accepting the top spot in Goochland, said it feels like coming home. In some respects, he never left and has lived in Hanover for the past 13 years, and his two children attend Hanover schools. The veteran public administrator is fully convinced that the second time around will be spe-

cial, and the Pittsburgh native said he’s right at home in his new position. That doesn’t mean his first assignment as deputy county administrator wasn’t rewarding, or Budesky’s efforts

didn’t produce results. Among other accomplishments enjoyed during his first tenure in the county’s administration, Budesky is credited with overseeing and managing the massive courthouse project and initiating a project that provided livestreaming for all Hanover County Board of Supervisors meetings. A month into the job, that familiarity with Hanover and many members of its leadership team and community leaders has made the transition to his new post almost seamless. “In many ways this was a very smooth transition,” Budesky said. “I already had a working relationship and respect for many of the board members. A large majority of the leadership team are folks see BUDESKY, pg. 3

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State superintendent waives accreditation for 2020-2021 prising of division superintendents, testing directors, educators, the vice president of the state board of education and representatives of RICHMOND — On Tuesday, Aug. 4, education professional organizations to study Superintendent of Public Instruction James the impact of the COVID-19 shutdown on the Lane exercised emergency authority granted commonwealth’s school accountability system to him by the 2020 General Assembly to and make recommendations on accreditation waive annual school accreditation determinations for 2021-2022. for the 2021-2022 academic year. Waiving accreditation until Schools will be assigned a rating of there is sufficient baseline data to “Accreditation Waived,” the same measure student growth was one of rating assigned schools for 2020two options recommended by the 2021 under a waiver issued in April. task force. Accreditation ratings are based “Waiving annual accreditation on performance during the prefor a second year will allow our schools to focus on assessing the vious school year. The statewide impact of the shut down on stuclosure of schools in March in dents, academically and on their response to the coronavirus panLANE social and emotional well-being,” demic resulted in the cancellation Lane said. “It will also allow school of spring Standards of Learning divisions to make decisions about resuming testing. Student performance on SOL tests in in-person instruction or reverting to virtual English, mathematics and science are key metrics under the state board of education’s school learning that prioritize the health of students and staff, without the added pressure of the accreditation standards. possible impact on accreditation. If tests are Without spring 2020 SOL results, there is administered during the upcoming school insufficient data for the Virginia Department year, the focus should be on evaluating the of Education to calculate accreditation ratings impact of the pandemic on student learning for the 2020-2021 school year. And because and establishing a new baseline for measuring year-to-year growth in English and growth in student growth.” mathematics also are accreditation metrics, The Virginia Department of Education’s VDOE won’t have sufficient data to calculate Office of School Quality will continue to supratings for 2021-2022 either, because even if port schools implementing improvement students are able to take tests next spring, the plans based on their accreditation ratings for department won’t have baseline data from 2019-2020. 2019-2020 for measuring growth. (Photo courtesy of Bob Brown/Richmond In April, Lane appointed a task force com- Times-Dispatch)

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ICHMOND — HCA Virginia's Chippenham, Henrico Doctors’, and Parham Doctors' Hospitals have been recognized as "High Performing" hospitals for

2020-2021 by U.S. News & World Report. Chippenham Hospital earned "High Performing" ratings for heart failure, COPD, and hip replacement. Henrico Doctors' Hospital earned "High Performing" for heart failure, while Parham Doctors’ Hospital earned

"High Performing" for knee replacement in recognition of care that was significantly better than the national average, as measured by factors such as patient outcomes. "High Performing" is the highest rating U.S. News awards for these see HCA, pg. 4

The Advance College Academy was not correctly listed in the article about “Return to Learn” in the Aug. 5 edition of The Mechanicsville Local. The ACA works in collaboration with Reynolds Community College. There are two ACA programs in Hanover County: Lee-Davis High School and Patrick Henry High School. The Hanover ACA programs began in 2016. More information is available on the college’s website for the ACA programs, https://www. reynolds.edu/get_started/ advance_college_academy/ academic_programs.aspx. We apologize for the error.

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue June 13

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 4500 block of Rockhill Road, Mechanicsville. DWI, second offense in five years, was reported in the 4200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Studley Road, Mechanicsville. DWI, BAC .15 to .20, first offense, was reported in the 6100 block of Pole Green Road/Tate Lane, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 14000 block of Blunts Bridge Road, Ashland.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 14400 block of Scotchtown Road, Doswell.

Simple assault was reported in the 8100 block of South Mayfield Lane, Mechanicsville.

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I’ve worked with when I was here before.” In addition to that leadership team, Budesky said he’s constantly impressed with the employees who support and deliver county services. “There’s not a day that goes by that I am not amazed at the staff that we work with and the compassion they have for this community that they have. That inspires me,” Budesky said. While relationships inside the county complex are important, Budesky also values the community and business relationships he’s maintained in Hanover. “I knew many of the com-

Burning or destroying personal property was reported in the 6300 block of Watt House Road, Mechanicsville. Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 7900 block of Wynbrook Lane, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 11600 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland. Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 16200 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland. Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 7000 block of Marie Lane, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 9200 block

munity and business leaders here and had in my Rolodex before I left. I’ve already called on some of them and met with others. I have those relationships, contacts and experiences that didn’t require a learning curve,” he said. This time around he also knows the shoes of former County Administrator Rhu Harris won’t be easy to fill, but he’s become accustomed to high expectations and filling roles previously occupied by respected leaders. When he arrived in Goochland as county administrator three years ago, he replaced Rebeca Dickson, a respected and regionally recognized veteran administrator who was forced to resign due to health problems.

and II controlled substance was reported in the 7100 block of Brook Way, Mechanicsville.

of Sentry Station Road, Mechanicsville.

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Simple assault was reported in the 6900 block of Hebner Lane, Mechanicsville.

Hit and run personal injury was reported in the 9100 block of Atlee Road/ Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville. Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 16200 block of Pleasant Mill Road, Montpelier. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 17100 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier. Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 11400 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 4200 block of Market Road, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 9000 block of Wyndale Drive, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 9100 block of Robin Ridge Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Possession of Schedule I

“I’ve been following these giants in the local government field, both Becky and Rhu,” he said. Budesky attended Edinboro University for his undergraduate work and set his sights on a career as a police officer, following in his grandfather’s footsteps. The youngest of nine children, he was the first in his family to obtain a college degree. “I had a grandfather who had served in a small department and always respected the relationship that police officers had with their community and the admiration. I really respected my grandfather and he believed in the community,” Budesky said. While in college, Budesky

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 11500 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Drugs: Possession of Schedule III controlled substance was reported in the 7100 block of New Hunter Road, Mechanicsville.

June 16

Threats of death or bodily injury by letter or electronic means were reported in the 6400 block of Blackbear Trail, Mechanicsville.

Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 7300 block of Penrith Drive, Mechanicsville. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 8200 block of Fourscore Drive, Mechanicsville. ID theft to obtain ID to

began working with troubled youths at a group home, and, upon graduation, took a job as a mental health/substance abuse counselor at the county level. “It gave me an appreciation for how local governments can actually make a difference in the lives of its citizens,” Budesky said. After serving in public administration posts in Pennsylvania and Maryland, Budesky has called Virginia home for the past 15 years. He began his career in local government administration when he was named assistant city administrator for Hagerstown, Maryland. “Progressively, I’ve moved up from different levels of service in local governments,”

reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

avoid arrest was reported in the 37 block of Interstate 95 South, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 13300 block of Auburn Mill Road, Glen Allen.

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money, etc., under false pretense, larceny, $200 conspiracy, was reported in the 10400 block of Malboro Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 6500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Brandy Creek Drive, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 7300 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7100 block of Janet Lane, Mechanicsville.

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Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 17000 block of Will James Lane, Montpelier. Strangulation resulting in wounding or bodily harm was reported in the 21000 block of Green Bay Road, Beaverdam. Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was

he said. He became New Kent County’s county administrator in 2005, followed by a

stint in state government for three years running the Commonwealth’s Worker see BUDESKY, pg. 4

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activities and the process for updating facilities to reflect the change in names.” The release said committees are being formed to bring new names forward for consideration and the school board anticipates a vote on the new names in October. Following two years of controversy that included public requests to change the names, a federal lawsuit filed by the Hanover NAACP and several petitions, board members voted 4-3 to change the names at their July 14 meeting. The subsequent removal of the signage evoked an outcry from some members of the

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community, including sever- back in just a few weeks to a al members of the Hanover school with no name and a County Board of Supervisors building that resembles a warewho blasted the decision to house.” At least one school board remove the names without prior notice at a meeting last member placed the responsibility to remove the names month. Mechanicsville District almost immediately at the feet representative Canova of Dr. Michael Gill, superinPeterson likened the process tendent of Hanover County of school name Public Schools. changes to redisCold Harbor tricting and said District school it required extenboard member sive research and Norman Sulser said, planning. “That "I would like to has not happened clarify to the citizens here,” he said, of Hanover County referring to the that Superintendent recent changes. Dr. Michael Gill “Instead, our removed the school SULSER schools moved in signs the day after with bulldozer effithe board voted, ciency to see how quickly they without approval of the school could do away with any indica- board and without informing tion of these schools’ identity the school board of his inteneven to the point of remov- tions to remove the school ing the names on the pub- signs." lic schools’ website,” Peterson Sulser also said that "the said. bulldozer efficiency and bully “Our students are heading action referenced by supervi-

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Compensation Commission. “I missed local government,” Budesky said. “I really missed the opportunity to engage and improve communities that I lived in.” He took a job as city administrator in Manassas,

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types of care. Chippenham Hospital also was the recipient of “Best Regional Hospital” award. The annual Procedures and Conditions ratings, now in their sixth year, are designed to assist patients and their doctors in making informed decisions about where to receive care for common conditions and elective procedures. These ratings extend the U.S. News mis-

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sor Canova Peterson, action ity of the school board voted was not done by the school to change the names, and the board but was done entirely names were removed from the by Hanover County School schools,” Barnette said. “The Hanover County NAACP, and Superintendent Michael Gill.” "It was clearly the wish of the broader community, were the school board to remove the hopeful that by the start of school signs in a dignified and the new school year, students respectful manner,” Sulser said. would finally be able to attend Local NAACP president schools that did not glorify a deeply prejudiced Robert Barnette past.” said the latest action Barnette said he was disappointing. believed the school The local chapter’s board bowed to suit against HCPS pressure from the was dismissed earliboard of supervisors. er this year, but now “Instead, the an appeal seems school board has imminent. “The Hanover apparently sucCounty NAACP cumbed to pressure BARNETTE is appalled by the from the Hanover Hanover County County Board School Board’s apparent of Supervisors, members of about-face on removing which have declared their Confederate names from intention to reverse the name Lee-Davis High School and change,” Barnette said. Stonewall Jackson Middle According to Barnette, the School,” Barnette said. message is clear. “Reinstalling “We had been encouraged the Confederate names at the when, just weeks ago, a major- schools just one month before

the start of the school year reflects an ongoing hostility to African American students and is antithetical to the values of morality and equality.” The latest action by the school board has apparently evoked a reaction from the NAACP regarding the recently dismissed lawsuit. “On the basis of the vote to change the name, the Hanover County NAACP voluntarily delayed pursuit of the constitutional claims it brought on behalf of its members in the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. We will delay no longer,” Barnette said. “We regret that the school board has decided to waste additional taxpayer funds clinging to the past rather than helping students move forward. We remain confident in the strength of our legal case and the righteousness of the cause and will pursue all legal options to ensure the name change happens without delay.”

and applied for the deputy county administrator’s job when Joe Casey left Hanover for Henrico. “I was given the opportunity to come serve Hanover,” Budesky said. After more than three years as Goochland county administrator, Budesky wasn’t looking for a change when he

learned of Harris’ retirement, but that familiarity factor again came in to play. “Having the opportunity to come back to Hanover where my kids are engaged in activities and a part of this community and not having to relocate them and hopefully be able to make a difference in the community that I live in is really

what got me thinking about coming back to Hanover.” In his own words, Budesky describes himself as a problem solver, and said he fully endorses the concept of public service. “I think you have to be willing to engage and communicate with the public,” he said. “We have to do things

that will maintain the public trust.” Budesky acknowledged the reality of walking into a job with the added responsibilities of a pandemic in addition to other problems facing the county. One of those issues has is

sion of providing consumers with patient decision support beyond the "Best Hospitals" rankings, which are geared toward complex specialty care. "Caring for our patients like family is a hallmark of our mission," said William Lunn, M.D., chief executive officer of Chippenham and JohnstonWillis Hospitals. "I am proud to have such prestigious recognition of our team's efforts and their focus on providing world-class healthcare.” For the 2020-2021 ratings, U.S. News evaluated more

than 4,500 medical centers nationwide in nine procedures and conditions. Less than a third of all hospitals received a high-performing rating. The state and metro area rankings recognize hospitals that received high performing ratings across multiple areas of care. "The work we do every day is not about earning awards or accolades," said Ryan Jensen, chief executive officer of Henrico Doctors' Hospitals. "However, living our mission of putting the care and

improvement of human life above all else is what leads us to excel and give the best to our community. The independent recognition of our care team’s ongoing hard work just reinforces our focus on patient care." The U.S. News Procedures and Conditions methodology is based entirely on objective measures of quality such as risk-adjusted outcome rates, volume, quality of nursing, and other care-related indicators. The Procedures and Conditions ratings were pro-

duced by U.S. News analysts. For more information about the 2020-2021 rankings and ratings, visit https://health.usnews.com/ best-hospitals. The rankings will be published in the U.S. News "Best Hospitals 2021" guidebook, available for preorder now from the U.S. News Online Store and for purchase at other bookstores in midSeptember. For more information, visit Best Hospitals and use #BestHospitals on Facebook and Twitter.

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A friendship that lasted for eight decades By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ally and Mom were little girls when they first met in the coal camp near the mine where their fathers worked. Their friendship started then and lasted until Thursday, July 30, when Sally passed away at her youngest daughter’s home near Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We had made tentative plans to travel to see Sally the week of July 20, but the cloud of COVID-19 was too ominous to journey outside of the safety of our home. I had asked Mom just days before Sally’s death to write some special memories, sentimental and humorous, for Patty because they shared so many parts of their lives. Mom especially enjoys telling stories about her early days of driving with Sally always in the passenger seat. Maybe escapades better describes the experience. There is a shelf filled with photo albums in the Florida room of our house. Countless images of Mom, Sally and their friends are among the pages. I still get tickled when I look at the photos

of the young women at the local pool in their shapely bathing suits, with their hair coiffed and makeup applied to perfection. I doubt they ever got wet, but they made their point for the young men at that pool. Sally introduced Dad to Mom, and, a few months later, she met Don. The two couples became lifelong friends. Sally and Don’s daughters were born between my sister and me, so -- even though they lived in the Cleveland, Ohio, area -- we literally grew up together. Don, like many from the coalfields, found employment in the steel mills. Life underground isn’t for everyone. One of the most impressive chapters in Sally and Don’s life was when, after losing her mother and father at rather young ages, they took in her siblings rather than see them split up with other family members. The three older brothers were already on their own, and also living in the Cleveland area. With two young daughters of their own, Sally and Don welcomed four brothers and two sisters into their home. Our vacations were often spent in Cleveland with them. We visited museums and experienced other forms of culture that city offers.

Mom and Sally continued to make memories as only the best of friends can. As for Dad and Don, they would golf all day long. Both enjoyed life to the fullest. Like Mom, Sally buried her husband and her oldest daughter. They helped each other through those losses. Now, Patty and I share the stories. The night after her mother died, she said Dad had introduced her to Jesus. She said Dad would ask her to sing him a song, and then he would sing to her about Jesus. He exposed her to the life of a Christian and she followed his example. Just before Sally passed away, Patty and I had talked about checking with the Guinness Book of World Records about the longest friendship. Mom and Sally shared more than 80 years. The two never forgot where they came from either. In the last year, Patty and her husband Rick took Sally to our hometown, not knowing that would be the last time she would see where it all began. Mom holds dear the memories of her best friend and those two little girls in the coal camp.

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Reader delves into Corwin amendment plan

I am grateful to Dr. Richard Marksbury for bringing to the attention of readers the proposed Corwin Constitutional Amendment and its role in understanding the roots of the Civil War. Differentiating the preservation of slavery in states where it already existed from the fight to halt the expansion of slavery to new states and territories creates a distinction without a difference. Those invested in preserving the economic and social system in the South understood that expansion was key to that survival. Slavery needed to expand westward for the Southern agricultural economy to have any hope of matching the rapid growth of the northern industrial economy. Political balance, in the Senate in particular, was essential for that expansion to occur. Hence, expansion was essential to preservation. They were inseparable issues. of day. them, and we’d often notice the two The Corwin Amendment was a Placed in separate incubators after just staring at each other through the last-ditch effort to persuade southern both didn’t measure up weight-wise, obstruction. states that had already seceded, or were the connection continued even with debating it, to reconsider. see TWINS, pg. 8 the plastic-walled obstacles dividing That assuring the South in what looked like an ironclad guarantee slavWE WANT TO PUBLISH YOUR ISSUE-DRIVEN LETTERS ery would continue in their states was the last best way to persuade them The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of interest to not to secede shouts that slavery was Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your address and a daytime teleindeed the core issue. phone number. We reserve the right to edit letters. We do not guarantee that every Congress didn’t use the final days letter received will be published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the before war passing emergency tariff writers and not The Mechanicsville Local. relief or states’ rights resolutions. Send letters to: The Mechanicsville Local They focused on slavery. It was 8460 Times-Dispatch Blvd. Mechanicsville, Va. 23116 the key. Fax: (804) 344-8746 E-mail: editor@mechlocal.com The amendment barely passed. In the Senate it got exactly the needed © 2019 by Richmond Suburban Newspapers. All advertising and editorial matter is fully two-thirds in a 24-12 vote. protected and may not be reproduced in any manner without the permission of the publisher.

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The Hanover County Pound, located at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, has wonderful pets available to a good home. Abigail, Animal ID# 576084, is a 4-month-old female domestic short-haired female. She has had her first set of vaccines and is FELV/FIV test negative. Abigail is a sweet, little kitty who has been in the shelter for about two weeks now. She was brought in as a stray. Abigail has some sweet traits and she is warming up to people. She was timid at first, but she has become much more comfortable when she is handled. Abigail most likely was an outdoor cat, but she is well adjusted to the indoors. She is well litter-trained. Abigail will be a great companion for someone who can give her some TLC. Rowdy, Animal ID# 575995, is a 10-month-old neutered male canine/ pitbull mix. He has had his first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Rowdy is a ball of playful energy. He is very sweet and loves, loves, loves to run and play. Rowdy was surrendered to the shelter three weeks ago. He has done very well in his kennel. Rowdy is house-trained. He also has learned a few commands. Rowdy also does well with other dogs that are about the same size as him. He will be a perfect companion for an active owner. For more information on these great pets, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty.gov/Animals/Adopt-a-Pet/.

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A simple movement by Jack would evoke a similar reaction by Emma. When one cried, the other teared up shortly thereafter. That almost magical connection has strengthened with each passing year, and the power of a mystical bonding is hard to understand for those not acquainted with twins. But, parents of uni-birth siblings know and respect the phenomena and have learned to

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And, here it’s important to note that such resolutions don’t require presidential signatures. President Buchanan, in a gesture to emphasize what he considered the importance of the resolution, signed it anyway. After his inauguration, President Lincoln followed his

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continuing development in the county and the effects on some residents. “Much of my time has been spent listening, because I think it’s critical to understand from many different perspectives. It’s important for me to understand those perspectives” he said. “If we’re going to meet the demands of our community, we need to be flexible and constantly learning. To me, listening is critical.” To that end, much of his first four weeks on the job has been spent in meeting with community and business leaders. “I wish there was another 12 hours in each day. I want to understand as much as I can,” Budesky said. While not every decision will be endorsed by all, Budesky said communicat-

accept what can’t be scientifically explained. While I have no idea how or why this connection evolves or what causes it, I can affirm it does exist. After you witness it daily, there’s little subtlety or doubt regarding its reality. How does it work? I have no idea, but scientists believe that twins who evolve from a single fertilized have similar brain activity. That similarity allows them to react to situations with the same reactions. Having the same DNA could provide answers to the mys-

tery. But my twins are different. They are fraternal and evolved from two separate eggs and have similar, but different, DNA. But, that almost telepathic connection that Jack and Emma enjoy is clearly evident, something I suspect began more than 16 years as they fought for space pre-birth. While there’s no doubt these two relate to each other in a unique way, they are as different as night and day. Both wonderful in their own way,

I’ve had the pleasure of observing 16 years of their journey. Emma is a free spirit, a creative thinker who carves her own path. Compassionate and giving, her heart is open and her motives pure and sincere. As she witnesses the progression of Jack’s Muscular Dystrophy, she remains undeterred in her efforts to assist and ensure his life is full and unobstructed. Jack is neat and precise, his mathematically-inclined mind focused and deliberate. While Emma’s style could be

described as a crossfire hurricane, Jack’s way of doing things relies on rhyme and reason. It’s the difference between folded clothes placed neatly on a bed and those lost in an ever-growing pile on the floor. They ignore and accept the differences, and they have developed a sense of trust that is complexing to those who don’t understand their special relationship. But for me, it’s been 16 years of enlightenment, almost constant entertainment and an enlightenment for which I am

thankful daily — a gift that indeed never stops giving. I don’t seek answers on why Jack and Emma are the way they are, only thanking my lucky stars I’m close enough to enjoy it. Years ago, we learned as a family to live each day, to enjoy the moment and not question what might lie ahead. Jack and Emma exemplify that philosophy each day, and remind us that joy in our lives comes in moments. Happy Birthday, Jack and Emma.

constitutional duty to send it to the states for their consideration. To infer that such action reflected his endorsement or support is not accurate. The July resolution Dr. Marksbury cites as final evidence that the Civil War was not fought to eliminate slavery was passed by the full Congress on July 25, 1861, and signed by Lincoln for the specific political aim of persuading slave-

owning border states that had not yet seceded not to take that final step. Those states included Missouri, Kentucky and Maryland. And, some historians have suggested that Lincoln’s signing of a resolution a few weeks later authorizing the seizure of rebel property, including slaves, was a step toward making abolition a de facto war aim.

Lincoln’s top priority in the opening days of war was indeed preservation of the Union. But, slavery permeated American politics for decades before actual hostilities and it would soon emerge along with Union as the primary focus because war is indeed politics by other means. Bill Iles Mechanicsville

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rials that taught me about our history, especially the article from Rick Marksbury, Ph.D., New Orleans, Louisiana. Too many times people voice their opinions and a lot of the time that is what it is “their opinion” and not the truth. Rick pointed out that five of our presidents had made public their admira-

ing the reasons behind those actions can go a long way to ensuring the public trust is maintained. “If I’m going to make a recommendation and we’re going to implement a policy, or support a business interest, we owe it to the residents to tell them why we reached that conclusion and why we feel this is in the interest of our residents.” “The Wegmans’ case has to be an opportunity for us to learn,” Budesky said. “I think our job is not to frustrate residents to the point where they feel they need to file a lawsuit. I do think we need to learn and appreciate how we engage our community in the broader land use planning processes. We have to help people appreciate what the plans are around them. Our goal is to find that healthy balance of commercial investment in our community in the right places

and making sure we have sound neighborhoods for all of our residents.” He said Hanover is fortunate to have such educated and engaged residents who have access to an increasing amount of information and provide invaluable resources for the county. “We have a very educated, informed group of residents when it comes to different issues; they bring intelligent, informed perspectives to the table.” Budesky said he’s more than open to considering dissenting opinions and said, “If you’re not learning and changing, you’re stagnant and you’re not progressing. It’s important that we evolve.” Closely associated with the development issues, the problem of transportation also is high on the county’s priority list, and Budesky said a recent

funding resource could provide relief in that area. Hanover has joined with Central Virginia communities to form the Central Virginia Transportation Authority, a consortium designed to provide additional funds to those localities for road improvements. Additional taxes on gas provide the bulk of the funding, and half of those collected revenues are returned to the locality. Another third of that money is distributed by competitive bid basis and 10 percent is slotted for public transportation. Budesky said first year receipts for Hanover could exceed $6 million, and that money will not only allow the county to manage local road projects but also provides a dedicated revenue source that provides the county with leverage for state and federal grants. “It’s a shot in the arm for

us,” he said. Regarding the county’s COVID-19 efforts, Budesky said he plans to continue on a path that prioritizes delivery of county services during the pandemic. He credited Social Services, the Sheriff ’s Office and Fire/EMS with their commitment to continued service despite the challenges of a national pandemic. He said the experience will produce a silver lining of sorts as local governments discover innovative methods to engage with citizens and initiate new methods of engagement. Working closer to home has not resulted in more spare time for the father of two, one enrolled in middle school and the other in high school. “I spend a lot of time at soccer games or running the ‘Dad Taxi’,” he laughed. Although his family comes

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Thank you for encouraging folks to write in their comments on the changing of school names in Hanover. I am constantly looking for more education and I certainly found it in July 8 editorial section. There were several edito-

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first, Budesky admitted the county is a close second. Even with the bustling pace, Budesky is certain the move back to Hanover was the right choice. “I believe it was the right place at the right time,” he said. Anyone spending time with Budesky would quickly conclude he’s comfortable with the new job and happy to be back in Hanover. Budesky has found balance in a committed relationship with his significant other, a busy schedule with his children and the responsibilities of running Hanover County. When and if spare time presents itself, he’s a classic car enthusiast. But, for the foreseeable future, he’ll be using most of his time to engage with his community. “I’ve spent much more of my time listening and learning and that’s what I’ll continue to do.”

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tion for General Robert E. Lee. (Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Dwight Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy and Gerald Ford). That information can be verified. Help me to understand how changing the names of schools will guarantee anybody of a better education. When they are changed, I would like to have a crystal ball to look ahead 20 years, 30 years or even 50 years and see what difference it made. If the folks who want to have these schools renamed, Confederate statues torn down, and streets renamed, and these things were granted, what would they want next? I need some understanding. When is enough enough?! Our country was founded for religious freedom. We used to be a Christian nation but now we are not. This is our problem. We are living in a world created by God whether we like it or believe it. There will be no peace in this country until we fall down on our knees and ask for forgiveness. II Chronicles 7:14, states “and my people who are called by my name humble themselves and pray, and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” It is then we will love all people, put them above ourselves and live in peace. Let’s try God’s way. Gwen Townsend Mechanicsville

Thanks for changing school names I couldn’t be more delighted that the Hanover County School Board voted to change the names of Lee-Davis High School and Stonewall Jackson

Middle School. I want to thank them for dragging Hanover County, parts of it kicking and fussing, out of the past and into the present. I appreciate this display of support for our diverse student population. J.M. Thomas Mechanicsville

Resident offers replacement for Daniel (Editor’s note: The following was submitted as “An open letter to Supervisor [Canova] Peterson on the removal of Hanover County School Board member Sterling Daniel and acceptance of an offer to serve as his replacement by a wellqualified member of the community.) Supervisor Peterson: I am aware of the offer to serve on the Hanover County School Board, replacing the incumbent Mechanicsville District member Sterling Daniel. This is a letter of recommendation for Mr. Daniel`s replacement and is an open letter to the constituency residing in the Mechanicsville District to join me in seeking Mr. Daniel`s resignation and replacing him with a wellqualified citizen whose commitment to serve, experience and expertise make him the logical choice to replace Mr. Daniel, John Redd. While I am surprised and a bit dismayed at Mr. Daniel`s decision on the issue of renaming certain schools within Hanover County Public Schools, I regard that as evidence that Mr. Daniel may lack the vision and fortitude to represent the community`s best interests. It is apparent that Mr. Daniel has hijacked the process, and, by doing so, has demonstrated disdain for both

the majority of citizens who expressed their views as well as the process itself. The community deserves better representation on the school board. I would be stating the obvious to point out that the county, indeed the larger community, is undergoing enormous social and financial stresses and can expect to do some for the immediate future. The current health crisis is projected to percolate for quite some time and the effects will surely affect county budgeting decisions as well as school board actions. I would humbly suggest that the health crisis may be the catalyst for a paradigm shift in school operations. The current situation and quite probably the future of school system operations situation highlight the need for leadership that is creative, innovative and at the same time courageous. The last element seems to be lacking in Mr. Daniel, given his vote on what might be termed a minor issue. He has failed to respect the larger community`s wishes, has capitulated to the tyranny of the minority, and has suspended common sense. Eventually, the schools or the high school would be replaced. Then, not now, would be the time to inaugurate new names. It also is a waste of county resources to remove the names. Resources would best have been spent on education and administration costs. To support the renaming smacks of capitulation to a vocal minority of voices. Granted, the recent threats of violence to the physical school buildings may have played a part in Mr. Daniel`s decision to rename the schools, but to yield to pressure of this nature does not reflect genuine leadership. British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain`s intentions were good at the Munich Convention, but he failed to

achieve his goals. Hanover County has a right and a duty to have the best and the brightest serve on the school board. Given that the school budget accounts for about 45 percent of the county budget, a position on the school board virtually mandates someone who has economic and financial expertise, as well as business experience. Given the ongoing health crisis’ projected financial impact on the current and projected school and the county budgets, it is imperative that board leadership be composed of individuals who have the wisdom, business acumen, financial background, and the vision to guide the school board through the future. Hanover County has a unique opportunity to capitalize on the availability of a community leader who is motivated to serve and has so indicated. The candidate, John Redd, has HCSB experience; he has served on the school board, representing the Cold Harbor District from 1980 through 1984. He has the background that is necessary for this position of immense responsibility. Mr. Redd holds an accounting degree from East Carolina University and a master`s degree in taxation from VCU. He has been a CPA in public practice since 1973. In 1984, Mr. Redd started a CPA firm in Mechanicsville and has operated a profitable CPA business in the community from that time. I hasten to point out that Mr. Redd`s business and social contacts afford him the opportunity to be in touch with many members of the community. As a result, Mr. Redd is in tune with community concerns and community sentiment. This, along with his expansive expertise should be of immeasurable value to the school board and the community at large. A leader’s position in the

community should reflect his involvement in and his commitment to that community. Mr. Redd has served for two terms as president of Mechanicsville Businessmen`s Association. He is a life-long Hanover County resident and a 1969 graduate of Lee-Davis High School. I’d also proffer that family

leadership credentials. Family commitment to education and to service to the community is evidenced in his wife Terry’s service as a teacher of business subjects at Lee-Davis from 1977 to 1979. The mandate to release Mr. Daniel from a position that exceeds his capabilities transee LETTERS, pg. 12

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals OAKLEY, Norma J., 79, of Mechanicsville, Va., peacefully entered her heavenly home, Sunday, August 2, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence Johnson and Jessie Parker; a sister, Logreta Mutchie (Phil); a brother, Larry

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five grandchildren, Jared and Joey Martin and Claire, Emily and Nicholas Whelen; one great-grandson, Grayson; her brother, Ronnie Parker (Susan); her bonus grandchildren, Kevin and Connor; and many nieces, nephews, other family and devoted friends. Norma enjoyed doing arts and crafts, especially ceramics. She found great pleasure in creating craft projects with her grandchildren. She possessed a sense of adventure and enjoyed trying new foods and activities on her many family vacations. Norma was a wonderful friend and a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her greatest joy was found in the times she spent surrounded by her beloved family. The family would like to wish a special thank you to Norma’s dear friend, Lyn Newman; to her caregiver, Jean Holloway, for her gentle strength and kindness during Norma’s illness and the caring staff at Grace Hospice for their compassion. The family received friends, Saturday, August 8, 2020, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. An invitation only (due to COVID restrictions) funeral service was held 1 p.m. Sunday, August 9, 2020, at New Song United Methodist Church, 7450 Colts Neck Rd., Mechanicsville, Va.

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SOUTHARD, Aubrey “Sonny,” 84, of Mechanicsville, Va., went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, August 4, 2020. He was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Mary Southard Harris; and a daughter, Donna Southard; and a nephew, Rusty Blackwell. “Sonny” is survived by his daughter, Sharon Ellett (Jay); and his son, Wayne Southard (Melanie); six grandchildren, Craig, Ashley, Rusty, Jessica, Amanda and Joel; 12 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Richard, Robert and Michael Southard; two sisters, Thelma Brooks and Mary Stroud; seven nieces and three nephews. Sonny proudly served his country in the U.S.

Air Force. He loved to be out on the river, fishing and enjoying the outdoors. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and enjoyed dancing there and getting together with his friends to play cards. The family hosted a celebration of his life at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 8, 2020, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ALS association.

WRIGHT, Eugene J. Jr., age 95, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, passed away on August 1, 2020. Eugene served his country during World War II in the Army’s combat engineers in central Europe, and retired as the manager of the claims department after 44 years with Dominion Virginia Power. Eugene was a graduate of James Monroe High School in Fredericksburg, Va., and attended what is now Mary Washington University following his Army service. He was a longtime member of Cool Spring Baptist Church in Hanover County. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Joyce C. Wright; and their daughter, Joy W. Swats. He is survived by his son, Chris J. Wright; grandson, Kevin E. Tate (Melissa); and two great-grandsons, Kevin Jr. and Ryan. A graveside service was held 10 a.m. Friday, August 7, 2020, at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Cool Spring Baptist Church Building Fund, 9283 Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville, Va. 23116.

Moyar honored as Outstanding Young Man of the Year Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE -- The Church of the Redeemer Knights of Columbus recently selected Gerrit Moyar as its Outstanding Young Man of the Year for his outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements. Immediate Past Grand Knight Jeff Uerz announced Gerrit’s selection at the Aug. 3 member meeting, where he presented Gerrit with the award and a $1,000 check. Guided by a strong moral compass instilled by his parents, the Redeemer community, Boy Scout leaders, coaches and teachers, Gerrit’s high school academic accomplishments in an advanced dual enrollment program include an impressive 4.32 GPA, Latin Club and National Honor Society Beta Club membership. His extracurricular activities include captain of the cross country team, captain of the track & field team, aiding in the production of the 2019 high school graduation ceremony, volunteer serving Feed More food banks, and attaining the highest scouting rank, Eagle Scout. Gerrit also found time from his busy schedule to serve Redeemer and the surrounding community as a church usher, confirmation sponsor, chaplain’s aid for Boy Scout Troop 502, Catholic Heart Work Camp, assisting an elementary school math night and building a community center playground, a project for which he raised $3,000. After carefully weighing a number of excellent in-state and out-of-state college options, Gerrit selected Virginia Tech, where he will pursue a Meteorology degree as a Corps of Cadets member. Post-graduation, he looks forward to serving America in the United States Air Force.

Redeemer Knights of Columbus recognize Kendall Wiles MECHANICSVILLE -- The Church of the Redeemer Knights of Columbus recently chose Kendall Wiles as its Outstanding Young Woman of the Year for her outstanding academic achievements and her civic and religious work.

Immediate Past Grand Knight Jeff Uerz announced Kendall’s selection at the Aug. 3 member meeting, where he presented her with the award and a $1,000 check. Kendall’s academic accomplishments at Atlee High School include a weighted 4.07 GPA, member of the National Honor Society & Beta Club, and JV & varsity Cheer Captain & Dance Captain.

In addition, Kendall worked the Catholic Heart Work Camp in South Carolina, Delaware, Tennessee and Virginia Beach, attended One Bread, One Cup and participated in cantor development. She was a member of Member of Redeemer’s Youth Board since 6th grade, a cantor at Mass since 8th grade, an altar server in elementary school through middle school and a volunteer

The terrible tale of the cross-striped cabbageworm By Becky Blake Special to The Mechanicsville Local I came home from a wonderful week at the beach eager to see what had happened in the garden in my absence, only to find holes in all my cabbage leaves, lots of them. Having not seen any of the little white moths with which I was familiar prior to the trip (Imported cabbageworm, Pieris rapae), I was perplexed. I inspected the damaged leaves until I found the most unusual worms that I had never seen before. A search online for cabbage pests listed cross-striped cabbageworm (Evergestis rimosalis). It looked just like mine: bluish grey with transverse stripes as well as yellow and black lengthwise stripes. This story does not have a happy ending. My cabbages were riddled with holes and sadly destroyed. But, I have learned some things about this particular pest that will help me avoid them or dispatch them on the battlefield more successfully in the future. Both Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) and North Carolina State Extension

Services provide some good resources on garden pests. “The Pest Caterpillars of Cole Crops in Virginia” lists various Virginia pests that affect cabbages, kale, collards, broccoli, and other cole crops. My cross-striped cabbageworm was there. Though the large egg masses may appear in late May, overlapping generations, as many as four, will last through the warm season, into fall. Also, the moth, yellowish-brown in color, is nocturnal and unremarkable in appearance. It is not likely to be seen, but row covers, anchored with bricks or rocks, can prevent eggs being laid on the cabbages. VCE suggests that for home gardeners, removing the larvae by hand is the best way to control this pest. Other biological controls are parasitic wasps, tachinid flies, and other predators, natural enemies of cole crop cabbageworms. Then there is Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), a bacterium used in commercial formulae that provides effective control of caterpillars without harming other natural enemies. Because the larvae overwinter in gar-

den and field debris, clearing out any garden waste in and around raised and garden beds at the end of the season will minimize the opportunities for harmful insect habitats. With such an arsenal of resources, I should surely be able to win against this enemy. My plan “B” is to sow Flat Dutch or Savoy cabbage seeds by July 15 and put in transplants by Aug. 1 for harvest in late fall. Cabbages will grow under row covers and protect young plants from pests, provided they are inspected regularly. Hopefully we will have plenty of cabbages in the fall. For more research-based information on controlling your plant pests, contact the Hanover Master Gardeners at the Hanover Extension office at 804-752-4310 or hanover.master.gardener@gmail.com. References: https://www.ces.ncsu.edu/insect-andrelated-pests-of-vegetables/pests-of-crucifers https://www.pubs.ext.vt.edu/content/ dam/pubs_ext.../ENTO-2_pdf.pdf Becky Blake is a Hanover Master Gardener intern.

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Hanover DASH passes 1,000 trips; special offer available HANOVER -- A trip to the Food Lion on Aug. 5 marked Hanover DASH’s 1,000th trip. Trips to grocery stores, banking or medical appointments are not always a matter of celebration for most members of our community, but for those over the age of 60 or persons with a disability, they are life changing and certainly worthy of celebration.

Since its initial launch in December of 2019, Hanover DASH has provided affordable and reliable transportation to nearly 200 registered riders. This service not only provides practical transportation, it enhances one’s quality of life, increases independence and improves the general wellbeing of those it serves. Maynard Nolen has been

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Mr. Daniel on the rename-theschools issue. Now is not the time for that board to engage in tilting at windmills and appeasing a small faction of people who threaten violent acts if their will is not capitulated to. I state the obvious when I say that the challenges precipitated by the pandemic have and will continue to present challenges that will require creativity and innovative thought. I fear that changes to identify, plan for, and adapt to the new educational paradigm wrought by the current pandemic may exceed the capabilities of the current incumbent. His recent

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Maynard Nolen, left, is shown with Susan Richard, senior services specialist for the Hanover County Department of Community Resources. Hanover DASH has celebrated its 1,000th trip.

$6 rider co-pay. However, a credit, debit or prepaid card must be on file to cover any $6 “no-show” fees. A short registration form and documentation is required to confirm proof of Hanover County residency, age of 60

years old or over, and/or short term/ long-term disability. For more details, call 804365-DASH (3274) or visit www.HanoverDASH.org. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

action reinforces my fear. I urge you to seek and facilitate Mr. Daniel’s voluntary resignation and capitalize on the offer of Mr. Redd to represent the full community by serving as the Mechanicsville District board member on the Hanover County School Board. I implore shareholders in the school system to encourage Mr. Daniel to step aside. It will be in the best interests of the community. To them, I say, should you feel that your input into the renaming issue was ignored or that Mr. Daniel`s leadership is lacking, please contact Mr. Daniel at SB-sdaniel@hcps.us and voice your concern and recommend that he resign to make way for a competent replacement. John Redd has volunteered

to fill the leadership vacuum. He is that individual who is well-qualified to serve as a catalyst for facilitating needed progress in our education system. I am a product of this school system and I feel, given the right talent at the helm of the school board, that Hanover County schools should emerge as the model on how to adapt to the educational challenges wrought by the current pandemic. Please don’t lose the opportunity to avail the community of his offer to serve on the Hanover County School Board representing the Mechanicsville District and students and parents of the entire county. Charles D. Waddell Henry District Mechanicsville

Smithson explains procedures for all eligible registered voters Staff Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER – Hanover County Director of Elections/ General Registrar Teresa F. “Teri” Smithson and her staff are prepared to help all eligible registered voters maintain the ability to cast a ballot in the Nov. 3 General Election. In their commitment to serving the voters, she said, “For your safety and to minimize risk of exposure to COVID-19, you are encouraged to request a ballot and vote by mail.”

Smithson provided information for various aspects of the voting process. They are:

Voter Registration Deadline to register to vote, or update an existing registration is Tuesday, Oct. 13. You may go online to vote.virginia.gov and click Registration; request an application by calling/emailing our office or visit us in the office.

Early Voting Virginia no longer requires a reason to vote

absentee. Starting on Sept. 18, you can cast your ballot in person by visiting our office. We will be open for in-person voting from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, as well as from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 and 31. Oct.

31 is the last day to vote early.

Vote by Mail You can visit vote. elections. virginia. Metro Creative Services gov/VoterInformation to apply online or request an application by calling/emailing or visit us. We will begin to mail the ballots starting on Sept. 18.

Friday, Oct. 23, by 5 p.m. is the deadline to request a vote by mail ballot to be mailed to you. Monday, Nov, 2, at 2 p.m. is the cut-off for voting an emergency-only ballot in the Voter Registration and Elections Office. The Hanover County Voter Registration and Elections Office is located in the Wickham Building, Room 119, of the Hanover

County Government Complex. The phone number is 804365-6080. The e-mail address is hanovervoting@hanovercounty.gov “Want to help us make history?” Smithson asked. “Apply today to become an Officer of Elections by visiting the county’s website under I WANT TO and click Jobs at hanovercounty.gov.

Seventh-graders must have Tdap booster office staff. The documentation must have your child’s full name, date of birth, the date the vaccine was given, and be signed by your health care provider. The school must have proof of this vaccination by the start of the 2020-2021 school year in order for your child to attend classes on the first day of school.

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ahead to complete these state requirements for school enrollment will ensure a smooth and safe start when schools reopen. The Tdap booster shot may be obtained from your doctor, a military clinic or the health department. Various medical clinics and pharmacies in the area also offer the vaccination. Vaccinations for school enrollment are offered at the Hanover Health Department

at no cost. You will be required to provide your insurance card if you have insurance coverage. Immunization clinics at the health department are limited at this time and you must call ahead to make an appointment. Documentation that this booster shot has been administered must be taken to your child’s school nurse or front

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ASHLAND – The Ashland Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, Aug. 12). The Economic Development Authority is scheduled to meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20. Town of Ashland meetings are held at Ashland Town Hall at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland.

MECHANICSVILLE -- Atlee High School will be hosting a Virtual College Boot Camp from Aug. 17-20. Dr. John Wheeler, principal, said, “Each day, we will address specific topics for juniors and seniors that focus on the college search and application process. Additional information will be forthcoming in early August. Please make sure to check your Schoology account!”

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| News, Updates & Listings Saturday, June 20 Rescheduled The Reunion Committee for the Lee-Davis High School Class of 1980 has decided to postpone the reunion from June 20 to sometime in September due to the COVID-19 situation. More details will be released by the committee as soon as they have been finalized.

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Saturday, Sept. 19 Rescheduled The Highland Springs High School Class of 1970 will now hold its 50th Reunion at the Hill Building at Sandston Pool,

located at 501 Beulah Rd. in Sandston. Music will be presented by DJ Dalton Beagle. Dinner, drinks and dessert will be provided by Champagne Taste Catering. Bring your own mixers and alcohol. Small coolers are welcome. The doors will open at 4 p.m.; cocktails at 5 p.m.; dinner at 6 p.m.; and cleanup will be at 10 p.m. The cost is $45 per person. Those who may have recently paid $50 after March 1 have been refunded $5. No tickets will be sold at the door. For invitations or more information, contact Bill Brooks at 1970HSHS@ gmail.com.

Ongoing Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families meet every Monday at 7 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Christian Center at 8061 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804366-9645 or email kjfaith1@ gmail.com.

Saturdays Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland Campus, located see CALENDAR, pg. 20

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Parks & Rec slowly reintroducing programs in Play’n Away ASHLAND – Hanover County Parks and Recreation has released its “Play’n Away 2020 Handbook”. As of July 1, the department had started slowly reintroducing community recreation programs. Parks and Rec staff continue to work with instructors on modifying program plans and posting programs regularly at https:// ashland-va.granicus.com/ GeneratedAgendaViewer. p hp ? v i e w _ i d = 1 & e v e nt _ id=1088 COVID-19 Action Plans are provided for each program, detailing cleaning, sanitizing and efforts to maintain a healthy environment for participants and instructors. Hanover County parks remain open, including open spaces, trails and dog parks. Director Greg Sager said, “We strongly encourage the safe and responsible use of parks.” To learn more about camp structure, go to https:// www.hanovercounty.gov/ DocumentCenter/View/4908/ Playn-Away-Summer-CampParent-Handbook.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Action Plans As we balance the need for and benefits of parks and recreation services with necessary precautions through this serious public health situation, please take note of the following plans for this program:

Limiting exposure • Campers will be placed in “teams” of no more than 10 campers and one to two staff at the beginning of the week. • The “team” will not participate in games or activities with other “teams.” • Staff and campers will not change “teams” throughout the week.

Physical distancing z Activities will be planned to maintain a 6-foot distance between participants as much as possible.

Cleaning and disinfection z Participants and staff must wash or sanitize their hands throughout the day and prior to each activity transition. • Team shared equipment will be cleaned and sanitized at each activity transition. • Commonly touched surfaces will be wiped down at each activity transition. • Campers will be provided individual kits of their own supplies, when possible, for use throughout the week.

Personal Safety – Participants and Staff z Health checks (temperature and health questionnaire) will be completed of all campers at check in (see below for details). • Face coverings will be required, when indoors or when campers and staff are unable to maintain physical distancing of 6 feet or more,

unless it presents a health risk. In the event that a staff member or camper tests positive for coronavirus (COVID19), be advised of the following: z All registered participants at that location will be notified immediately. z Camp will be canceled for at least two days, so that a deep clean, disinfecting and sanitization can be completed for all supplies, equipment and indoor areas. z Refunds or account credits will be issues for the portion of camp that was cancelled. z Guidance will be provided to all staff and families impacted by Virginia Department of Health regarding self-isolation period, based on the current health recommendations.

General Information Camp Hours: Campers can only be dropped off and picked up during the designated time periods. Early drop off and late pick up is not permitted. Camper Drop Off: We are utilizing “curbside” and contactless drop off, watch https:// youtu.be/G0dd-0GcIWg. The camper and parent should stay in their vehicle. A staff member will come to your vehicle and administer a health screening (verbal response to screening questions and thermal temper-

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Sunshine Saturday: We all need some structured fun this summer, especially the kids! Check out Play’n Away Summer Camp, with August sessions at seven locations across Hanover County, featuring crafts, games and lots of fun activities.

ature check) prior to allowing the camper to exit the vehicle. If the camper registers a temperature of 100.4 or above, the thermometer and the campers head will be wiped with a dry cloth, and their temperature will be taken two more times. If the camper’s average temperature is 100.4 or greater, the camper will not be permitted to attend camp that day. They may return to camp after being three days fever-free with no medication. Camper Pick Up: At pick up, parents will stay in their vehicle and a staff member will bring your child to your vehicle. Individuals picking up children should be prepared to show photo identification to verify that they are authorized

to pick up child. Prepare for Camp: Summer camp is a fun and exciting time for every child. Please help us make this summer memorable for your child. z Please label all personal belongings z Campers are required to wear closed-toed shoes every day, as they will be actively playing games outside z Campers will be required to bring the following items each day: z Blanket or towel to serve as their “home base” for their bag, snack/lunch and other supplies z A face covering o Sunscreen z Water bottle (this is an outdoor camp, so your

child will need to drink a lot of water. We will be able to refill their bottles throughout the day.) z Two snacks and a lunch z Review the Code of Conduct with your child

Camp Checklist and Expectations Camp Environment: This is an outdoor camp. Please understand that most of the camper’s day will be spent outside, barring inclement weather. This provides the greatest opportunity for physical distancing and reducing the amount of time that campers and staff will be required to wear facial coverings.

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Police reform tops special session’s legislative agenda By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ASHLAND – Town Manager Joshua Farrar explained to Ashland Town Council last week that the 2020 General Assembly Special Session Legislative Agenda pertaining to the municipality is “largely focused on police reform.” The Special Session convenes on Tuesday, Aug. 18. Following discussions with Chief Douglas Goodman of the Ashland Police Department and council members, Farrar presented the three-page law enforcement-based proposal. He noted that council would consider: Is your sentiment your recommendation on what you might think? You will try to influence bills as they are developed, and then FARRAR subsequent approval. Farrar also said council “can only propose [bills] as an idea. They aren’t really bills that we can respond to. We had to build this in a somewhat kind of generic, general way.” The town will “identify those things that we may support, we already do it, or more people should do it.” Farrar then turned his attention to page two of the document, saying, there were bills “that we think we could agree with. The devil’s in the details.” Before bringing Goodman to the podium to address council, Farrar said there were “a few items in the bills that would genuine be a detriment to public safety and hurt our police department. Once again,” he told council, “This is your legislative agenda. The police chief opened his comments by telling council that there are “44 big-time ideas for various and different interest groups – national and state level.” In responding to some “of those big ideas,” Goodman agrees with increasing support for agencies that have either received a State of Accreditation of Law Enforcement, incentivized support (Ashland is accredited by CALEA, Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies). This is, in my opinion,

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Mayor: Council weighs options in how to help town’s businesses through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic Written comments of support or concerns are welcome from members of the community. To submit them, email planning@ ASHLAND – With the coronavirus ashlandva.gov. continuing to surge and weighing over his More information about the grant is availtown, Mayor Steve Trivett told Ashland Town able by calling the Planning Department at Council on Tuesday, Aug. 4, that they are “still 804-798-1073. trying to help businesses through In an attempt to recoup income the pandemic. The town is looking lost due to COVID-19, the town for ways to help.” received a Virginia Tourism The Ashland Planning Corporation WanderLove Recovery Commission will hold a pubGrant for tourism marketing. lic hearing at 7 p.m. today The town was among (Wednesday, Aug. 12) in Council 90 Destination Marketing Chambers of Ashland Town Hall Organizations targeted to share at 101 Thompson St. to seek public $866,504. Trivett said the goal is input on a Virginia Department to do what “we can do under the of Housing and Community requirements and stipulations of TRIVETT Development Block Grant for that money.” funding opportunities for COVID-19 Ashland will be promoting restauResponse. rants, shops, and activities in and around the Successfully obtaining grant funding town, including patio seating at restaurants would enable the town to provide safetyand breweries, drive-in movies at the Ashland enhancement and rental assistance funds to Theatre, and bike and motorcycle routes town businesses as well as a training and techthrough Hanover County’s countryside. nical assistance program.

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some of the broadest strokes that anyone could wave. It is not just a one-hit wonder.” Goodman then pointed out “re-inspection, use of force, pursuits, evidence handling, ethics, and training. We have already been dealing with [these] as an accredited agency for years – since 2008.” Training is available for CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) officers in a 40-hour class. Goodman said the training helps in “recognizing those who might be in crisis, learning how to listen, and learning how to communicate when someone is in crisis, especially hiring from a pool of applications who are used to digital communication, not face-to-face.” The course “teaches you how to talk and how to listen.” Goodman was straightforward when he said, “Chokeholds should not be allowed.” Prohibiting searches based on the odor of

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marijuana, he continued, often led to the recovery of other drugs, including heroin and opioids, as well as weapons. As for the legalization of marijuana, the chief, said, “We all have different opinions on this. Look at states like Colorado. One statistic that is not argued is the number of fatal accidents while under the influence of drugs is up.” “The challenge for us is there is no roadside breath test for marijuana intoxication,” the chief added. “So the additional training that would be needed to combat this, the entry level training that would be needed for Advanced Roadside Impairment Enforcement, is a drug recognition expert.” He also said more officers would be needed to be able to identify people under the influence of a substance. To become a Drug Recognition Expert, an officer must undergo a 60-hour class. “Prohibiting traffic stops on equipment vio-

lations might not seem like a big deal, like a loud muffler dangerous equipment violation, but it means we can’t stop that car based on that one piece of reasonable suspicion,” Goodman said. The General Assembly might be considering “Requiring a verbal warning before a use of force situation, ambush situations or active shooter where there may not be time; if that bill was submitted, we just want to look at the details.” The creation of a Citizen Review Board also may be in talks. While he said he wasn’t “strictly opposed to this,” the chief said, “Quite frankly, I already think I have a Citizen Review Board, and I’m talking to them right now.” If such a board would operate in a more detail-oriented capacity, Goodman said they would have “to be very GOODMAN careful, and I think it’s something that -- if not set up properly -- could have a judgmental impact on police officers.” He told council he would “have to look at really hard, and hope that would be a local priority rather than a state mandate.” Goodman addressed the Marcus (Peters) Alert, named for a young man in the City of Richmond. The emphasis is on mental health crisis situations and the roles of a Community Services Board and other mental health responders. “If done right and done well, it could actually be a really good idea.” The chief said officers could “deal with the initial response – not every situation is going to have the time to have the crisis workers come out. This needs to be looked at under a microscope.” According to Goodman, the possibility of eliminating qualified immunity, which would negatively impact recruitment and retention of police officers because they would fear being sued, may be detrimental to the state of Virginia -- and especially Ashland. “Based on my training and education, I have to earn qualified immunity as a police officer. The only way to earn it is to follow the law. It protects us in a profession where we’re making decisions at a split second rate and not with the see POLICE, pg. 20

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Campers will be placed in small groups called “teams”. Campers and counselors will be assigned to a team at the beginning of the week and will stay with that team for the week. Teams will be comprised of no more than 10 campers and 2 staff. Siblings will be kept in the same team groups. Campers and staff will come inside if: z Thunder can be heard z It is raining z The heat index is greater than 90. Reference: https://www. weather.gov/safety/heatindex Dress Code: Please dress your child appropriately, keeping in mind the weather and active nature of our program. This is an outdoor-based camp. Tennis shoes or rubbersoled shoes are required (for your child's safety, bare feet or open-toed shoes are not permitted). Your child may be sent home or not be allowed to participate in certain activities if they do not wear appropriate footwear. Campers should wear lightweight, light-colored loose-fitting clothing. The following items are prohibited: z Shorts and skirts more than five inches above the knee. z Jeans falling below the waistline z Articles of clothing with slogans, logos or pictures about drugs, alcohol or tobacco z Pictures or words, which are vulgar or hurtful to other people z Midriff shirts or shirts that purposely expose the navel, biker shorts, and flipflops z Bandanas and sunglasses (indoors) For additional dress code policies, please see Regulation

7-3.1 (B) of the Hanover County Public Schools ParentStudent Handbook. Lunch and Snacks: Each team will have designated times for water breaks, snacks and lunch. Please send at least two snacks, a water bottle and a lunch in a cooler or insulated lunch bag, labeled with the camper’s name. There will not be an indoor storage or cooler for campers to store their items. Label food containers, items and drinks to avoid confusion. Please note that camp is not a peanut-free program. Other children in the program may bring peanut products for their lunch/snack. When registering your child, please provide detailed information when asked about your child's allergies/medical condition and inform your site supervisor. Peanut-free lunch tables or areas may be set-up as needed. If your child needs access to an epi-pen please be sure to contact Hanover County Parks and Recreation prior to the start of the program to discuss prior to registering. Cell Phone/Electronic Device Policy: Campers are not permitted to use cell phones, electronics or communication devices during camp hours. Medication, Accidents and Illnesses: There is no nurse or doctor on-site, however camp keeps a stocked first aid kit on hand at all times. Children are encouraged to take any medications before or after camp. If your child has a need to take medication during camp, please contact Hanover County Parks and Recreation at 804-365-7150 or via email at parksandrec@ hanovercounty.gov to discuss, prior to registering. Accidents are documented and parents will be notified if their child is injured while at the program. Camp staff

will handle routine and minor injuries (i.e. scraped knee or bruised elbow). Staff will call the rescue squad if they suspect a serious injury. The parents and/or emergency contact will be notified immediately. Parents will be contacted if their child is sick. Once parents or emergency contact person have been notified, arrangements must be made for the child to be picked up from the program as soon as possible. This policy is in place to ensure your child's safety.

Code of Conduct Participants, parents and staff are expected to address each other respectfully and cordially at all times. All participants must conduct themselves in a manner which does not endanger their safety or the safety of others. Hanover County and/or the program staff are not responsible for stolen, damaged or lost items. Camper Behavior: The following behaviors are prohibited and will not be tolerated: z Horseplay, fighting or rough/inappropriate behavior of any kind z Use of profanity, obscene gestures, or other inappropriate language z Undue familiarity between participants z Throwing, kicking, slapping or punching another participant or staff z Harassment, hazing, threatening, bullying, or intimidating behavior or language toward another person z Theft of items from the equipment bins, camp activity rooms, or another participant or staff's personal belongings z Any behavior determined to be inappropriate by the Site Supervisor Parents/ guardians are financially responsible for their child's actions when he/she defaces and/or destroys the build-

ing, grounds or equipment, tampers with or pulls the fire alarm without due cause, or attempts or commits assault and/or battery of a participant or staff. Prohibited Items: Please do not allow your camper to bring the following items to camp: z Portable electronics (unless requested by the Site Supervisor) z Personal items of value z Knives, guns or weaponry of any type - real or play z Cell phones (see Cell Phone Policy above) z Flip flops, sandals or open-toed shoes • Medication of any kind (unless discussed with and approved by Hanover County Parks and Recreation prior to registering) z Collectibles that could become lost, broken or stolen z Spending money Guidelines for Discipline: The purpose of the "Guidelines for Discipline" is to ensure the recreational activities can exist in a safe and secure environment for all interested participants. Our first initiative will be to guide children towards acceptable social behavior and focus on positive actions. All factors relating to a particular behavior are considered in the evaluation of specific incidents in question. It is also understood that guidelines and limitations must exist and be enforced, as severe behavioral problems will not be tolerated. These "Guidelines for Discipline" will be reviewed with participants and rules will be clearly posted at the camp site: z Minor Behavior Problems: z Behavior problems that do not harm or endanger program activities or the safety of program participants or staff, but warrant corrective actions and guidance. z Examples: name-call-

ing, negative attitude, lack of cooperation, refusal to participate (not affecting others), lack of attention to established rules, and such. z Corrective Actions: Documented warning to child, explaining the consequence of further repetitive behavior. If behavior continues, child should be given a "time out" for a given length of time, as deemed appropriate by staff and documented to reflect behavior and consequence. More than five (5) minor behavioral problems in a program week will result in staff completing a Disciplinary Notice. z Major Behavior Problems: z Behavior problems that interfere with the safety of program activities, safety of program participants or staff, safety of the individual demonstrating the behavior, or affects the ability of the activity to occur. z Examples: any aggressive physical conduct (shoving, pushing, etc.), disrespect to staff & others, deliberate destruction of recreational equipment, or continued minor behavior problems after corrective action has been taken. z Corrective Actions: Stop the behavior and remove the child from the activity area. Child should be given a "time out" for a given length of time, as deemed appropriate by staff. Prior to returning to planned activities, if appropriate, staff will address alternative behaviors with child. Staff will complete a Disciplinary Notice and discuss with the parent. A parent must sign the Disciplinary Notice and a copy will be provided to them. Additional occurrences of major behavior problems may result in suspension from the program z Severe Behavior Problems and Non-Tolerable

Offenses: z Behavior problems that harm any program participant, staff, or the individual demonstrating the behavior; continued incidents of major behavior problems; any offenses that may carry legal implications. z Examples: severe fight, physical attack, possession of firearms, vandalism, evidence of intoxication, possession of any drug substance, selling or evidence of intent to sell any substance for abuse, attempt to influence any other youth to engage in the activity of substance abuse. z Corrective Actions: Stop the behavior immediately and remove the child from the activity area. Notify parents, Recreation Coordinator, and Recreation Program Director immediately. If necessary, notify Director of Parks and Recreation, Hanover County Schools, and/or Sheriff 's Department immediately. Site Supervisor will complete a Disciplinary Notice documenting the incident and discuss completely with parent. A parent must sign the Disciplinary Notice and a copy will be provided to them. Child will be suspended from the program for a length of time to be determined on a caseby-case basis. Parent will be required to discuss the behavior/incident with staff, and if deemed appropriate, Recreation Program Director and/or Director of Parks and Recreation before child can be re-instated to Recreation Department-sponsored program. Then check dates, time locations and register online at www.hanoverparksrec.com https://secure.rec1.com/ VA / h a n ov e r- c o u nt y - v a / catalog?fbclid=IwAR3Q9wGD UCEea5CV99uu7fgcfjSrVNV TNAfX0WwyIS5seoV9MBSp Zp6XoXw

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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.

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hindsight to review that decision,” he said. “I am not trying to poke

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A Healing and Recovery holes in it. We will lose good officers, not only across the state but right here in Ashland if this passes. This is the one area that I am concerned about and is keeping me up at night,”

Goodman continued. He concluded by saying, he opposes “de-felonizing assaults on law enforcement officers. We need to make sure those officers have that higher level

of protection; quite frankly, when they are under siege.” Mayor Steve Trivett, speaking on behalf of his fellow council members, said, “We’re supporting it because of what the

Ashland Police Department has put into itself, what it represents. We support every police department being at the standard that APD has chosen to go.” The recommendation

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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.

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,

MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

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call Post Commander Eugene Truitt at 804-746-4734.

more information, call 804746-5081 or contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail. com.

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at 804-249-1845. The website is http://www.mcshin.org.

SS Class meets at 9 a.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the NorthStar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 Steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. All are welcome. For

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.

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of the town manager and police chief was unanimously approved by council. Council’s next meeting will begin at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 18, at town hall.

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Despite challenges, GRAL season a success By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Getting the Greater Richmond Aquatic League season off was a close-run effort. Thanks to COVID-19, it almost didn’t happen. But, with advanced planning, patient but quick decision making, and a lot of help from a lot of friends, the season went off pretty much without a hitch. It might have been shorter. The opponents may have been invisible – as they were swimming at their own pools – and it took computers to sort out the winners in each meet. But the kids got to swim, and in the long run, that was what mattered most. One of the main attributes for a successful season was widespread flexibility. “One way in which we had to adapt was that plans were ever-changing both due to weather and the pandemic,” said Hanover Country Club head coach Shelby Nash. “The kids had to learn to compete from afar, and with this they learned how sportsmanship has to balance with competition, especially during uncertain times like this.” The weather seemed unwilling to led COVID-19 have all the fun disrupting plans. Weather interfered with sched-

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Left, Burkwood’s Sam Castle (foreground) and Nick Ligday swim the breaststroke leg of the 15-18 boys 100-meter individual medley in a Greater Richmond Aquatic League meet against Ashland at Burkwood Swim and Racquet Club on July 29. Above, While the kids focus on swimming and fun (not necessarily in that order), the adults focused on keeping everyone safe from COVID-19 in a Greater Richmond Aquatic League swim meet at Hanover Country Club on July 25.

uled meets both the last two weeks of the GRAL season – some meets were postponed more than once because of it. A COVID-19 scare at the Carter Park Pool forced Ashland to postpone one of its swims for a week. But even that frustrating event yielded many memorable performances. “When we had to take off for part of the season I was incredibly proud of the kids for not questioning any of the judgments but understanding that there were things more important than swimming,”

said Ashland head coach Kevin Trent. “One of the joys of the season was seeing how happy they were to come back the next week.” Much of the success of the season goes back to planning – planning that, in some cases, began as soon as last season ended. “Every year we start planning the moment we leave Champs,” said Burkwood head coach Karen Seeber. “We’re ready. I’m ready to go. … We were already, you know, planning. And then, of course,

March hit. Fortunately, all the coaches were home. We started planning in March and we were just trying to be optimistic. And so we had a plan for when, you know, we would go through those phases [of reopening]. “We actually had plans for everything that we anticipated. Because the state shut down a certain way, we anticipated that the state would open a certain way. Thank goodness we had assistant coaches that were willing to work. Even though Burkwood checked all our stuff, they let us plan it because we

were going to be the ones that actually implemented it.” Everyone involved, especially those not getting in the water, had a lot to learn. They had to learn new ways to run practices and meets – and got a lot of useful guidance from USA Swimming. But those lessons were far from the biggest thing they all learned. “The big lesson we learned is that we could actually do it virtually, and we could create safe distances. And we could do it with a reduced number of people and that the parents

and the kids still had fun,” said Pebble Creek Piranhas president Greg Owens. He said the effort was worth it. “It gave the families something to do together,” Owens said. “That was a bit different from what they have been experiencing in the previous three months leading up to our abbreviated season. There was a lot of parents that were really grateful for us being able to give that to them.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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Kickers get first win of season in home opener RICHMOND – In the ninth minute of the Richmond Kickers’ match against Forward Madison (Wis.) FC at City Stadium early Saturday evening, Ian Antley sent a pass through to Emiliano Terzaghi, who was perched just beyond the 18-yard box. Terzaghi, an Argentina native who signed with Richmond this past offseason, collected, evaded two Forward Madison FC defenders and fired a right-footed shot into the left corner of the net, past the outstretched arms of goalkeeper Philipp Marceta. It put the Kickers up 1-0, and they went on to secure their first win of the young season by the same score. Yet, in the current climate, Saturday’s game almost seemed more significant for what happened beyond the grass. In the stands and concourse area, spectators conversed, downed beverages and took in what was the first professional sporting event in Richmond with fans in attendance since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The Kickers, under Gov. Ralph Northam’s Phase Three guidelines, opened the 9,000seat City Stadium to a maximum capacity of 1,000 — a number that included each team, media and other personnel. It had a different feeling, with most everyone in the stadium except the players wearing masks. But those in attendance seemed to enjoy the experience. The official fan tally was 822. “I was definitely happy that they were bringing it back. Happier that they were doing it in a limited capacity,” said Pedro Aida, as he hung out on the concourse with 11-year-old son

said, as his family grabbed pizza ated better opportunities. We from a concessions vendor just didn’t do as much as we needed to. So, something to before Saturday’s game. On the field, after the early build on.” Forward Madison FC (0-2Terzaghi goal, the Kickers’ best chances came in the second 1) came close to an equalizer half. In the 54th minute, Luke in the second minute of extra Pavone corralled an over-the- time, when Kickers goalkeeptop pass in stride with just er Akira Fitzgerald bobbled a Marceta in front. He tried to lift cross, leaving the ball at the it above a lunging Marceta, but feet of former Kicker Brandon defender Christian Diaz, who Eaton. Eaton tried to knock was trailing, appeared to get it in goal, but defender Scott a touch on the ball, sending it Thomsen cleared it off the line. When Richmond (1-1-1) wide left. Less than 10 minutes later, clinched the victory minutes in the 63rd minute, midfielder later, the crowd cheered and Matt Bolduc — who scored the Red Army let off a ploom of for the Kickers in their sea- red smoke. In a time when so much is son opener Greenville (S.C.) Triumph SC — launched a shot not, it was a moment of norMark Gormus/Times-Dispatch from about 30 yards out that hit mality. Richmond Kickers’ Emiliano Terzaghi (32) and Forward Madison FC’s Jamael Cox (14) battle for “I absolutely loved having the left post. the ball in the the first half of the Kickers’ 1-0 win in their home opener at City Stadium Saturday. “When we did take our [the fans] here tonight,” Antley Olsen before Saturday’s game. River City Red Army fan group least. And we like to go to at chances we were really close,” said. “And I definitely think “So we can come in a safe man- and co-founder of the RiverCity least one [auto] race. So it’s good Sawatzky said of the second [they] impacted the game in a ner and enjoy the game. I don’t 93 podcast on the Kickers with to have live sports back,” Moran half. “I actually thought we cre- positive manner.” think we would be here if it was Chenier Durand II, said he regular capacity, or no precau- was shocked when he found out there would be fans allowed tions.” In addition to masks, other back into City Stadium. But he protocols included a limitation was pleased with the result as he of 75 fans per section in the awaited kickoff. “I actually thought like the general admission seating bowl, and all cashless transactions. first couple of games there Tickets were administered digi- would be no fans. But having tally as well, with no walk-up fans in the stadium, I’ve been happy so far with what I see,” sales available. Saturday’s game was a sec- said Barr, who helped give the ond go at a Kickers 2020 home matchup its unofficial nickopener in a season that was sup- name of “Henny Derby,” a nod posed to begin in late March. to the cognac by a similar name The coronavirus pushed the that was bet in a friendly rivalry beginning of the season back with Forward Madison FC fan to mid-July, and the Kickers group Featherstone Flamingos — after a pair of road games starting last year. Tom Moran, who attend— were set to open at home against Fort Lauderdale CF on ed Saturday’s game with his wife Alexis, 11-year-old son Aug. 1. All players aged 4-16 are welcome! But a member of the Fort Charlie, 9-year-old son Vinnie Lauderdale CF organization and 4-year-old daughter Tina, tested positive for COVID-19, bought tickets for the original A birth certificate and proof of address are required for any player who has not previously participated in Atlee Little League. prompting a match postpone- home opener then used them ment just a day ahead. That for the Forward Madison FC For further information and to register online, game will now be played Sept. game. visit https://atleelittleleague.org “We probably go to four or 23. or email president@atleelittleleague.org Elliott Bar, a member of the five Squirrels games a year at

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

Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Services Visit fairmountchristian.org for details. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Seth Wortman, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Ryan Card, Associate Worship Minister; Davis Ellenberger, Youth Minister; Ashley Sears, Children’s Director

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

Immanuel Episcopal Church Worship @ 10AM on Sundays 3263 Old Church Road www.immanueloc.org 804-779-3454

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

The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered All Are Welcome Now worshiping Live on YouTube. See the link on our website 8:00am Service 10:00am Service 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

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

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

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 meadowbridgesda.org meadowbridgesdachurch@gmai l.com

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m. Pastor, Ken Stalls, Youth Director, Travis Tyler www.blackcreek.org or call (804)781-0330

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Broadus Memorial Baptist 1 Church - 2 Locations! 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. 8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship Hebron Campus 3407 King William Rd. Aylett (at Mangohick) 23009 11am Contemporary Worship Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org Belong, Believe, Become Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800 FCC - Fellowship Community Church Teaching the Word of God and watching for the miraculous. Hanover High School 9:45am www.fellowshipcc.com Grace United Family Church "Where Grace Unites Us" 7252 Beulah Church Road (Historic Beulah Church) Mechanicsville, 23111 Sundays, 10:30AM & Wed. Dinner, Study, Prayer: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev. Tim Madison 8:30am Contemporary, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Trad. Worship www.mechanicsvillebaptist.org New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Caleb Bittler, Minister to Students & Family Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am. Bible Study/Youth activities 6pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church 8:30 am & 11am Worship; 9:45 am Sunday School; 9200 New Ashcake Road, 550-9601 ww.newhighlandbaptist.org

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 United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road 746-5118 Pastor Amy Johnson 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

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

SOVEREIGN GRACE BAPTIST

"Love God, Learn the Bible, Care for People"

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

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

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

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

ROMAN CATHOLIC 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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CHIMNEY CLEANING Hanover Chimney Sweeps Serving area since 1981. Ins. Chimney & Gutter Cleaning. 746-1056

DRIVEWAYS Charles Halliday Driveways & Maintenance Asphalt, Sealcoating & Repairs, Gravel, Stone & Grading. Please call 804-258-3889 RVA PAVING Commercial and Residential Asphalt Paving. Seal Coating, Repair, Crack Filling, and Restriping. Lic & Inc. Call 804-840-9993, for Free Estimates. -SEASON SPECIALLoad of Driveway Stone, delivered & tailgate spread, $275. Screened Top Soil $275/ per load. Also available driveway grading & bushogging. Call 804-400-9957

ELECTRICAL Affordable Electrical Installations For your home or business. Lic./Ins. BBB 746-4350 www.mallory-electric.com BLS Electrical Specializing in Residential Service, New Residential and also LED Lighting. Affordable pricing Lic/Ins. 804-397-5478 or email at BLSELECTRICAL.LLC@gmail.com Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044

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LAWN CARE For all of your home improvement needs. Fully licensed and insured. Accepting all major credit cards. Free estimates. 804-389-9617 www.LJHandymanRVA.com

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, August 26, 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 REZ2020-00009, GREGORY C. BENTLEY Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 7708-08-5310, consisting of approximately 10.0 acres, and located on the west line of Watkins Road (State Route 721) approximately 0.53 miles north of its intersection with Dogwood Trail Road (State Route 620). 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 family member for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 5.0 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2020-00011, ORANE C. HOLSTEIN Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, on GPINs 7797-08-6638 and 7797-08-7738, consisting of approximately 2.0 acres, and located on the west line of Sliding Hill Road (State Route 656) at its intersection with Totopotomoy Trail (State Route 1265). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for development of flex space and offices. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Ashland REZ2020-00013, SPROUSES CORNER, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPINs 6798-48-4568 and 6799-30-3160, consisting of approximately 41.06 acres, and located on the west line of Pinhook Road (State Route 617) at its intersection with Oilville Manor Court (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 six (6) building lots for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 6.84 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2020-00014, GIAMBANCO INVESTMENTS, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions, on GPIN 8724-18-4699, consisting of approximately 0.44 acres, and located on the west line of Jackson Arch Drive (State Route 770) approximately 225â&#x20AC;&#x2122; south of its intersection with Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General and Commercial. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for retail and other neighborhood business uses. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville REZ2020-00015, EDDIE A. BLUNT, ET AL. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions on GPIN 7778-55-9634, consisting of approximately 17.53 acres, and located on the north line of Cobbs Road (State Route 801) approximately 780 feet west of its intersection with Old Scotland Road (State Route 2259). 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 42 building lots for a gross density of 2.4 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2020-00020, SHOP CREEK, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to RC(c), Rural Conservation District with conditions, on GPINs 7708-45-9084(part) and 7708-75-3502(part), consisting of approximately 150 acres, and located on the south line of Dogwood Trail Road (State Route 620) at its intersection with Bienvenue Road (State Route 607). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 24 building lots for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 6.25 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2020-00023, RCI BUILDERS, L.L.C. (GUM TREE WOODS SUBDIVISION) Request(s) an amendment to the proffers approved with rezoning request C-55-05(c), Judson T. Vaughan, Jr., on GPIN 7872-64-4185, zoned AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, and located on the north line of Old Ridge Road (State Route 738) approximately 1,900 feet west of its intersection with Breedens Road (State Route 694). The proposed zoning amendment would amend the cash proffer. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP2020-00008, HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (FIRE/EMS) Request(s) an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit (CUP-19-96) in accordance with Section 26-100.13 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to add a 3,000 square foot storage building to an existing fire station site on GPIN 8800-95-4831, consisting of approximately 3.22 acres. The property is zoned B-O, Business Office District, and located on the east line of Hanover Courthouse Road (U.S. Route 301) at its intersection with Normans Bridge Road (State Route 614). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Rural Village. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS SE2020-00018, HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (FIRE/EMS) Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-337 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to allow a second entrance along the fire stationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frontage on Fire House Road (State Route 1004) on GPIN 8800-95-4831, consisting of approximately 3.22 acres, zoned B-O, Business Office District, and located on the east line of Hanover Courthouse Road (U.S. Route 301) at its intersection with Normans Bridge Road (State Route 614). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam SE2020-00017, ANTHONY B. RHOADES 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 6891-74-7002, consisting of approximately 7.1 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Hopeful Road (private road) approximately 525 feet south of its intersection with Taylors Creek Road (State Route 610). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna SE2020-00021, CELLCO PARTNERSHIP D/B/A VERIZON WIRELESS Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with the provisions of the R-1, Single-Family Residential District regulations of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance (formerly located at Title I, Article 5, Section 3A of the Zoning Ordinance and as amended by Ordinance 07-13), to permit a temporary communications facility not to exceed 100 feet in height on GPIN 7798-70-8244, consisting of approximately 9.11 acres, zoned R-1, Single-Family Residential District, and A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of New Ashcake Road (State Route 643) at its intersection with Wychwood Drive (State Route 1218). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Ashland ORDINANCE ORDINANCE 20-12, AMENDMENTS TO THE M-2 AND M-3 SPECIAL EXCEPTION PROVISIONS An Ordinance to amend the Hanover County Code, Chapter 26, Zoning Ordinance, Sections 26-175 and 26-184 to allow used auto sales as an accessory to an existing auto repair business with a special exception in the M-2, Light Industrial District and the M-3, Heavy Industrial District. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, August 20, 2020, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONING REZ2020-00027, POCAHONTAS PROPERTIES, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 8756-00-8764, consisting of approximately 10.37 acres, and located on the north line of Old Church Road (State Route 606) approximately 1,000 feet west of its intersection with Spring Run Road (State Route 628). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one (1) building lot for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 5.19 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS CUP2020-00002, HEIDI M. AND LAMERRO L. MASON, Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-20.14 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a recreational facility/event venue on GPIN 7861-31-5506, consisting of approximately 11.86 acres. The property is zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Horseshoe Bridge Road (State Route 686) approximately 300 feet north of its intersection with West Patrick Henry Road (State Route 54). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam CUP2020-00006, HANOVER COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD Request(s) an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-20.11 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit the installation of accessory freestanding solar panels at an existing school on GPIN 8707-42-2766, consisting of approximately 39.96 acres. The property is zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of New Ashcake Road (State Route 643) at its intersection with Seminole Road (State Route 1211). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3.0 dwelling units per acre). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam CUP2020-00008, HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (FIRE/EMS) Request(s) an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit (CUP-19-96) in accordance with Section 26-100.13 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to add a 3,000 square foot storage building to an existing fire station site on GPIN 8800-95-4831, consisting of approximately 3.22 acres. The property is zoned B-O, Business Office District, and located on the east line of Hanover Courthouse Road (U.S. Route 301) at its intersection with Normans Bridge Road (State Route 614). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Rural Village. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam ORDINANCE ORDINANCE 20-12, AMENDMENTS TO THE M-2 AND M-3 SPECIAL EXCEPTION PROVISIONS An Ordinance to amend the Hanover County Code, Chapter 26, Zoning Ordinance, Sections 26-175 and 26-184 to allow used auto sales as an accessory to an existing auto repair business with a special exception in the M-2, Light Industrial District and the M-3, Heavy Industrial District. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above cases may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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

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 804-366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.

Second Mondays The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a. m. to noon at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Rd. in Mechanicsville. It is one of several groups in the Richmond area that crochets, knits, sews, and quilts gifts for the American Red Cross to distributed to those in need. Since its inception, the WEB has donated over 153,000 gifts locally, nationally and globally. If you can make it, the WEB can use it. There are so many organizations in need of help. For more information, call Laurie Wagner at 804-781-0338.

Third Mondays Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia ill-

nesses meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month in Room E106 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact Jennifer Bean at 804-559-2805, Mark Elliott at 804-746-8288 or the church office at 804-746-9073. The Hanover County Community Services Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at 12300 Washington Hwy. in Ashland.

Second Tuesdays The Mechanicsville Fellowship Club meets each month (excluding July and August) at 10:30 a.m. in Room G110 of Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in 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 863-3811867. 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.

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