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Proposed school budget has raises, new positions By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

MICHAEL GILL

HANOVER — Hanover County Public Schools superintendent Michael Gill presented a 2022 operating budget that seeks to turn back the clock on many goals outlined in last year’s budget presentation. Many items on the 2021 budget were slashed due to COVID-19 concerns, including teacher salary increases and a number of additional mental health

Call center fielding vaccination questions HANOVER -- Effective Wednesday, Jan. 20, Hanover County set up a call center to answer questions related to COVID-19. The number is 804-3653240, and it is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Voice messages left in the mailbox after hours will be returned the next business day. This is being done in coordination with the Chickahominy Health District, which includes Goochland, New Kent and Charles City. “Our staff will be prepared to provide the most current information related to the Coronavirus, including the vaccine,” said Deputy County

Administrator Jim Taylor. Referring to the Virginia Department of Health’s (VDH) priority groups, Taylor said that the call center could help people determine which group they are in and sign them up for alerts and notifications. The call center may be beneficial to people who don’t have internet access or an email address. Currently, first responders and healthcare professionals are receiving the vaccination. Regional events at the Richmond International Raceway are taking place this week to provide many teachers an opportunity to be vaccinated against the coronasee CALL, pg. 7

and emotional support positions. Gill told Hanover County School Board members that all of those important needs addressed in last year’s budget are back on the table with this year’s proposal at a special budget meeting held Jan. 19 at the Central Office. Included in that list of budget priorities is a 2.5 percent increase for teachers and a continuing commitment to address compression issues in the salary scale. Gill proposed a $300 buffer sepa-

rating pay grades that will result in additional raises for about 75 percent of Hanover teachers. Including the 2.5 percent salary increase and compression adjustments, some teachers could enjoy an up to 6 percent increase, with an average increase of 3.7 percent systemwide. The proposal also restores nine additional positions addressing increasing mental health, behavioral and emotional well-being among students and

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school counselors. When Gill was forced to adjust his 2021 budget almost last year, he told board members he was not hitting the delete button, but only pausing on the long list of needs facing the system. On Jan. 19, the superintendent indicated the 2022 proposed budget attempts to hit the play button again. This year’s proposal continues a tradition of placing priorities on academsee BUDGET, pg. 4

Local rescue pup Allie taking part in Puppy Bowl By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

Photojournalist Joel Klein captured this unusual image of Historic Polegreen Church last week. He said he used an 8mm fisheye lens for the rounded effect to one of Hanover County’s most popular scenic destinations. The photo received quite a response on The Local’s Facebook page.

MECHANICSVILLE -- A 6½-month-old rescue named Alabama, known as Allie, will be taking part in Puppy Bowl XVII on Feb. 7 on Animal Planet. She will be appearing as her pre-adoption name, Milky Way. The program will air at 2 p.m. on Animal Planet and Discovery+. Erin Kennedy of Mechanicsville rescued Allie, a pit-boxer-Catahoula (a Louisiana bred dog), from Operation Paws for Homes. “What essentially happened – and is important to note – is that I rescued her from an organization called Operation Paws for Homes. They are mostly in Central Virginia, but have 800 volunteers between North Carolina and Hershey,

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Alabama “Allie” competes in Puppy Bowl XVII on Feb. 7 as Milky Way. Erin Kennedy adopted her from Operation Paws for Homes.

Pennsylvania,” Kennedy said. This will be the sixth year that Operation Paws for Homes has partnered with Animal Planet and the Puppy Bowl. see PUPPY, pg. 9

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Nominations being accepted for Teaching Excellence honor ASHLAND -- The Community Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2021 R.E.B. Awards for Teaching Excellence, a program that recognizes Hanover County Public Schools teachers and others in the Richmond area for their distinguished work in the classroom. Students, parents, colleagues, school staff, including assistant principals and senior teachers, and community members may nominate an outstanding teacher by visiting the Community Foundation website. The deadline for nominations is 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 22. The R.E.B. Awards recognize public school teachers in the Richmond area who have distinguished themselves by their inspiring classroom performance. They will give grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 each to about 15 teachers to support professional develop-

ment activities. Recipients will need to share educational ideas and experiences with fellow teachers. Four Hanover teachers received more than $43,000 combined as part of the 2020 awards. Nominees must have served as a teacher for at least three years. The qualities of an outstanding teacher may include, but are not limited to the following: z Strong knowledge of subject matter; z Dedication to the teaching profession; z Inspires students and peers; z Motivates students to develop skills and form positive habits towards learning and discipline; • Utilizes creative methods to engage students in the subject matter. Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer.

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A tractor-trailer driven by James Richardson, 28, of Richmond on Interstate 95 on the ramp to Route 54 West (Exit 92B) ran off the road to the left, struck the guardrail and overturned.

VSP investigates crash on I-95 ramp Staff Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER COUNTY -At 3:49 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 22, Virginia State Police responded to a motor vehicle crash on Interstate 95 on the ramp to Route 54 West (Exit 92B.) According to Sgt. Dylan Davenport, public infor-

mation officer, Richmond Division, VSP, the preliminary investigation reveals that a 2017 International tractor trailer was headed north, took the exit ramp, then ran off the road to the left, struck the guardrail and overturned. The driver and sole occupant, James Richardson, 28,

of Richmond, was wearing his seatbelt. He suffered minor injuries. There were no other vehicle occupants. Richardson was charged with reckless driving; failure to maintain control. The investigation is ongoing.

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Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7000 block of Ann Cabell Court, Mechanicsville. Simple assault was reported in the 8200 block of Tarragon Drive/ Saint Dillions Place, Mechanicsville. Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months, was reported in the 7000 block of Daffodil Road, Mechanicsville. Petit larceny building was reported in the 7400 block of Right Flank Road, Mechanicsville. Obtaining money by false pretenses, $200, was reported in the 10900 block of Emerald Rock Lane, Mechanicsville. Threats in writing were reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover. Petit larceny parts were reported in the 11400 block of Washington Highway, Ashland. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 9100 block of Stephens Manor Drive, Mechanicsville. DWI, 2nd within 5 years, BAC .20, was reported in the 5200 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

Carrying concealed weapon, first offense, was reported in the 10300 block of sliding Hill Road, Ashland. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

ID theft to obtain ID to avoid arrest was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 9000 block of Aldingham Place, Mechanicsville.

Threatening a school employee was reported in the 10400 block of Arapaho Lane, Glen Allen.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7500 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 11000 block of Leadbetter Road, Ashland. Simple assault was reported in the 4300 block of Market Road, Mechanicsville. Threat to extort money was reported in the 10900 block of Elmont Woods Drive, Glen Allen. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Discharge of weapon in or across road was reported in the 7900 block of Elliott Drive, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 6000 block of Blackbird Lane, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months, was reported in the 11000 block of Leadbetter Road, Ashland.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Threat to extort money was reported in the 12200 block of Wise Lane, Rockville.

was reported in the 6000 block of Blackbird Lane, Glen Allen.

Passing a school bus loading or unloading was reported in the 7200 block of Ann Cabell Lane, Mechanicsville. Annoying phone calls were reported in the 17400 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier. Violation of protective order

Grand larceny, auto theft, was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

DWI, BAC .15 to .20, 1st offense, was reported in the 16400 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier.

DWI, 2nd offense in 5 years, was reported in the 6000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3400 block of Creighton Road, Mechanicsville.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, 2nd offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Byway/Mechanicsville Turnpike eastbound, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Edgeworth Road, Mechanicsville.

Unauthorized use of vehicle, boat or animal was reported in the 8200 block of Ferrill Court, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 10300 block

of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 10200 block of Washington Highway/ Sliding Hill Road, Glen Allen.

Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 6100 block of Pine Slash Road, Mechanicsville.

Intent to distribute more than 5,000 contraband tax paid cigarettes was reported in the 8900 block of Interstate 95 North, Ashland.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 15000 block of Kimbrough Lane, Doswell.

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BUDGET Continued from pg. 1

ics, but also focuses on other areas and seeks to provide a holistic approach, including social and emotional well-being. “I’m happy to go back a year ago and unpush the pause button and push the play button because those needs in January 2020 are still needs … and more in 2021. What you see moving forward is addressing those same needs and expanding on them,” Gill said before outlining the FY2022 budget. The superintendent said his $215.5 million proposal relied on a more generous

than usual allotment from the Commonwealth. Like many school districts across the state, Hanover is experiencing a decline in enrollment during the pandemic that could have resulted in significantly lower state contributions. To assist school divisions, the state issued $2.9 million in no loss enrollment compensation. In addition, the division received a one-time state grant that added another $2.8 million to the revenue side of this year’s budget. Even with those increased, and one-time, state funds,

local monies still provided the majority of funding for this year’s budget, about 49 percent while the state share equaled 47 percent, a decrease of 1 percent. Gill said those lowered enrollments could present future problems and the bulk of vacancies are occurring at the kindergarten level. As of September, Hanover enrollment had dropped 927 students systemwide from last year’s figures. The superintendent said he expects those numbers, especially in the kindergarten ranks, to rebound in the future.

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Forging coin and bank notes was reported in the 11200 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8100 block Hickory Hill Road/East Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

Simple assault was reported in the 10100 block of Kings Dominion Boulevard, Doswell.

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Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 9900 block of Berry Pond Lane, Mechanicsville.

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Larceny or theft, 3rd or subsequent offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

DWI: 1st offense was reported in the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Wynbrook Lane, Mechanicsville.

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

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Brandishing a firearm was reported in the 18500 block of Hollowing Creek Road, Beaverdam.

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Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9000 block of Leon Lane/Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Byway/ Mechanicsville Turnpike eastbound, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident wit damages,

Sale and distribution of marijuana, ½ ounce to 5 pounds, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Elm Drive, Mechanicsville. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 9900 block of Honeybee Drive, Mechanicsville. Identity fraud, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 16100 block of Point Beverley Court, Montpelier.

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Simple assault was reported in the 7400 block of Deborah Drive, Mechanicsville.

DWI, BAC .20 1st offense, was reported in the 7000 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 8100 block of Tavern Keepers Way/ Wheelwright Way, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months, was reported in the 10100 block of Merrittcroft Court, Mechanicsville.

Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 10000 block of Wythe House Drive/North Washington Highway, Ashland.

Simple assault was reported in the 7100 block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

Breaking and entering a building to commit larceny, etc., was reported in the 10200 block of Timber Ridge Drive, Ashland.

Violation of federal regulations was reported in the 12000 block of Elmont Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10400 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.

DWI, BAC .15 to .20 1st offense, was reported in the 7100 block of New Hunter Road/Brook Way Court, Mechanicsville.

DWI, BAC .15 to .20 1st offense, was reported in the 4500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 15000

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Driver did not report accident with damages, $250, in the 9300 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 17000 block of Ancient Acres Road, Beaverdam.

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

Simple assault was reported in the 7000 block of Claybird Lane, Mechanicsville.

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

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Byway/Elm Drive, Mechanicsville.

DWI, BAC .15 to .20, 1st offense, was reported in the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

DWI: 1st offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Jupiter Drive/ Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

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Dad was right about President Carter By Melody Kinser Managing Editor or the first time since he left the White House on Jan. 20, 1981, Jimmy Carter did not attend last Wednesday’s inauguration of President Joe Biden. Our nation’s new leader did note in his inaugural remarks that he had spoken with Carter the night before. Carter was a one-term president, having lost to Ronald Reagan, who then held the office for eight years. A true Southern son whose life -- with the exception of serving in World War II -- as governor of Georgia and president of the United States, has been centered in Plains, Georgia. He and his wife Rosalynn have been married since 1946. Their lives today, as has been throughout their union, is strongly influenced by their devotion to their church. People travel great distances for the opportunity to hear the former

president deliver his weekly message during Sunday School services. Carter’s absence during last week’s ceremonies reminded me of a statement my father made about him as he prepared to leave the presidency. “He will become the greatest former president ever.” Truer words were never spoken. The Carters, both well into their 90s, remain active with Habitat for Humanity. Yes, they continue to build houses and help others. For years after leaving Washington, he was often called upon by presidents to travel to foreign lands to work for peace, monitor elections, and disease prevention and elimination. I recently came across a CNN special about Carter, which referred to him as “The Rock ’n’ Roll President”. I had no idea how “connected” he was in that realm. The Allman Brothers, from Georgia, raised money for his campaign efforts; Willie Nelson performed concerts for him;

Johnny and June Carter Cash lent their talents to his bids for public office. Those are just a few of the entertainers who believed in Carter and his agenda for America. In recent years, it was common to see Presidents Carter, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama together. Political affiliations had no affect on their friendship. As we pray for our country and its new beginning with Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, I think about Dad talking about President Carter and the legacy he will leave. Without question, Dad was right: President Jimmy Carter will go down in history as if not the best, certainly one of the best, former presidents. He continues God’s work and that’s what matters most. He was missed last week, but I’m sure he is a phone call away if needed.

Racism in America: Where do we stand today? By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist As we commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his life and legacy, it’s the perfect opportunity to take a personal inventory of our personal and public attitudes toward racism in America.

Where exactly do we stand when it comes to racial harmony, and how far have we come? More importantly, it’s a chance to evaluate just how far we have to go as a nation when it comes to equality and fairness. As a child, I grew up in a city where racial lines were clearly drawn,

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and there was a separate but unequal status quo that seemed impenetrable. In the early 1950s, that mood changed in Montgomery, Alabama, and the city became a focal point for racial inequities. The driving force behind that movement was a young minister named Martin Luther King

Jr., who called for change from his Dexter Avenue pulpit. Even with the frequent marches on weekends, and limited boycotts, life went on in Montgomery and the strife of the day had little influence on our daily lives. see OPPOSITE, pg. 8

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Hope for end to Trump’s bitter bipartisanship The state of modern American politics inside the Beltway is spiraling uncontrollably in the abyss of partisanship, with little to no regard for the health of the nation. Self-righteousness now dominates, leaving civil discourse, logic and respect for the views of others in the rearview mirror. The discordant rhetoric from executive and legislative branch officials over the last decade has been shameful, and it instigated multiple lawless protests. The latest was the Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol by conservative activists that left bodies in its wake. Donald Trump’s allegation that corruption caused him to lose the presidential election rallied incensed supporters who believed their votes had been invalidated. America’s 43rd President George W. Bush held Trump accountable and decried the activists: “I am appalled by the reckless behavior of some political leaders since the election and by the lack of respect shown today for our institutions, our traditions, and our law enforcement…” Likewise, Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas; House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-California; Ted Cruz, R-Texas; and other GOP notables rightly disparaged the incident. A number of Republican congressmen joined Democrats who called for Trump’s resignation, and the former president is the subject of an impeachment process. Paving the way for the outrageous Capitol incident was the aftershock from Minneapolis policeman Derek Chauvin’s brutal murder of George Floyd last summer. Driven by the perception that racism is standard operating procedure in America and in law enforcement, liberal militants see LETTERS, pg. 8

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virus. Offering the vaccine to all Hanover County teachers remains a priority. “If the vaccinations are not yet being distributed to the group you are in, we will put your name on the list and reach out to you when your group’s turn has arrived,” Taylor said. “We realize that people want information, and they want to know when they can receive the vaccine. We are working as fast as we can to provide more opportunities to our residents in the weeks and months to come.” In coordination with the Chickahominy Health District, Hanover County also will be staffing its own COVID19 vaccination clinic. An announcement on that will be coming soon. Photos submitted by Pamela C. Martin On Jan. 13, County Happy 90th Birthday to mom, Sarah E. Cephas, on Administrator John A. February 8, 2021. Much Love from your family! You continue to be the strength of our family. We love you. Budesky said the clinic would continue “until every resident who wants a vaccine gets a in the 8100 block of Leevaccine, or until there is sufDavis Road, Mechanicsville. ficient availability in the marContinued from pg. 4 Concealment, price altering ketplace. The need for a call block of Washington merchandise, $500, was center was identified as one of Highway, Ashland. reported in the 7400 the greatest needs at this time, block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. and we are pleased to work Jan. 18 with our partners to make this Driver did not report an Possession of Schedule I available.” accident with damages, and II controlled substance $1,000, in the 18300 block General COVID-19 inforwas reported in the 15000 of Taylors Creek Road, block of Washington mation is available through Montpelier. Highway, Ashland. VDH at https://www.vdh.vir Petit larceny, $500 not from ginia.gov/covid-19-vaccine/ Driver did not report an a person, was reported in https://www.vdh.virginia. accident with damages, the 8400 block of Lucord $1,000, in the 7300 block Lane, Mechanicsville. gov/covid-19-faq/ of Bell Creek Road, Information submitted by Simple assault was reported Mechanicsville. Tom Harris, Hanover County in the 15400 block of Simple assault was reported Mountain Road, Montpelier. public information officer.

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While enrollment numbers have declined, Gill said the list of needs gets forever longer. “While our enrollment has declined, our needs have increased,” Gill said.

The increases in calls for mental health and emotional counseling have doubled in recent years in many categories, and school officials received 257 suicide assessment requests last year with 37 of them being classified as an “imminent” threat.

Almost 90 calls were received at Child Protective Services last year, and — although these numbers have decreased — Gill said it’s not a cause for celebration. Due to the pandemic, he said fewer children are being observed by see BUDGET, pg. 12

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On some Saturdays, we gathered as a group of curious children and made the short trek to downtown Montgomery and stood on Dexter Avenue as the protest marches continued. An occasional firecracker would interrupt the unified voices of the protest, but the mood was largely non-confrontational and forgiving. I took special note of the nuns and priests who marched with the protesters signaling their solidarity in the fight. “Wow, there are nuns from church in the march,” I quietly exclaimed to my cousin. An angry man standing directly behind us made a hasty and stern reply as he looked directly in my eyes. “Those aren’t real nuns.

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looted, destroyed property and attacked police officers from coast to coast. Instead of denouncing and resisting the criminal behavior, sympathetic political leaders either enabled the anarchy or remained silent. Peaceful protests to correct wrongdoings are both appropriate and necessary for America or any society to improve, but lawlessness is unacceptable here as is progressivism aimed at anything less than predictable, positive outcomes. Regrettably, many politicians have lost any sense of morality, promoting personal agendas instead of America’s, a betrayal of their sworn duty. Some preach unity yet focus much attention on identity – race, skin pigment, sexual orientation, culture, economic status – any human characteristic that tends to divide us. While denouncing malevolence, they undermine the nation’s foundation and its

They are protesters dressed up like nuns,” the man said in an agitated voice. For years, I never questioned his assertions, but the statement always remained in my mind as I watched other protests in other venues over the years. As I listen to my children, I realize that time, indeed, is the great equalizer, and the years between today and those Saturdays in Montgomery have erased or hidden much of the hatefulness … but not all. It’s reassuring when I hear my children speak of their classmates, never reverting to racial descriptions or stereotypes to describe their classmates. Their evolving minds are absent the misguided stereotypes I grew up with as a see RACISM, pg. 18

primary force against evil, mankind’s Creator, by removing Him from our public institutions. They forget that slavery and the oppression that ensued after its abolition ultimately yielded to America’s Constitutional values and the influence of the faith that has thrived over 2,000 years, Christianity. America cannot guarantee that evil is nonexistent in 330+ million people, only that the nation is committed to protect the rights of anyone victimized by it. Moreover, isolated transgressions enacted by purveyors of evil do not make America or those who uphold its laws systemically malicious. When thousands of National Guardsmen assembled to secure Joe Biden’s inauguration, at least one person in this nation under God prayed it would be peaceful and that politicians will end the partisan bitterness that marked Donald Trump’s term in office. If not, the nation may suffer more self-inflicted wounds. Daniel Corso Mechanicsville

Brown Grove supporters: environmental issues among concerns By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local No one is exactly sure when the State Water Control Board will schedule a special meeting on the pending Wegmans‘ Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) application for a 219-acre distribution center near Sliding Hill Road, but it appears certain that hearing will take place. Originally scheduled for Jan. 22, SWCB officials confirmed earlier this month that meeting was canceled. NAACP director of Environmental Justice Chris French said there’s no official word on the rescheduling of that meeting, but indicated it could be scheduled as early as next month. “We’ve been told recently by DEQ that they are either too busy or they’re working on responses to the public comments to even give us a new timeline as to when this permit is going to be heard by the State Water Control Board,”

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“Essentially, it really is just a bunch of dogs in a makeshift arena with toys. They just play with toys. If any of them in their play, and they’re running or whatever, a touchdown collects points that way,” Kennedy added. “Any dog that gets on either side across one of the touchdown lines gets a touchdown.” “We’re actually doing a puppy bowl viewing party at River City Roll for dogs and humans to attend. We’ll have a little Puppy Bowl field and it starts at 2 o’clock.” River City Roll is located at 939 Myers St. in Richmond. Those interested in attending need to make reservations -- because of COVID-19 -- at rivercityroll.com.

French said. The Jan. 22 special meeting was canceled “because of substantial concerns and issues associated with this project as well as issues associated with possible legal concerns,” French said. He joined a number of opponents to the project in a Zoom press conference last week hosted by Del. Elizabeth Guzman. French listed a number of concerns regarding the wetlands in addition to the environmental justice concerns expressed during the one-hour conference. Concerns over wetlands delineation and permitting processes, as well as inadequate analysis all require further investigation, according to French. “There are a number of overarching concerns that have come into play,” French said. “What we’ve noted from the very beginning of this effort is that there has been inaccurate

information put forward by consultants within the permitting process; and what that has resulted in is a fairly fatally flawed process.” Due to public scrutiny surrounding the project, some of those inaccuracies have been revealed. For example, the number of acres affected by wetland disruption has doubled with subsequent surveys. French contends the current permits do not meet state and federal requirements and expressed environmental justice concerns have not been adequately addressed. And those environmental justice concerns have taken center stage in recent months, gaining support from several legislators who joined a press conference last week to express their opposition to the project. They were joined by several residents of Brown Grove who said the proposed distribution center would provide the final blow to a neighborhood that, in their mind, has

The gathering will meet on Tommie’s Patio, named in memory of the dog that was set on fire and died. “I learned Allie would be eligible to participate in the Puppy Bowl through OPH,” Kennedy said. “Because of COVID, I couldn’t go up there, so it had to be a PCH (Pet Central Helpers) volunteer,” she continued. “I drove to Baltimore, where she met up with her sister Comet. And then they went on a road trip with an OPH volunteer for a trip to New York for three days,” Kennedy said. “Because of that, we actually don’t know anything as puppy parents. We’re going to learn what happened when it airs.” Team Fluff Allie is named

after the band Alabama Shakes. Six years ago, Kennedy rescued Amos Lee, who is now 6½. “He’s an angel, a gift from God, 10 dogs in one.” She also said that he is “a true mutt – a great big brother for her.” Kennedy praises the word of those who rescue dogs. “Allie’s mother was brought here from Mississippi and gave birth two days – nine in the litter -- after arrival to a foster mom in Aylett.” The puppies were fostered for eight weeks before all being adopted. “I was really lucky to get Allie. I’m biased, but I definitely think she is the cutest one.” The pick-up location was PetSmart on Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, go to ophrescue.org.

been reduced, infringed upon, and largely forgotten by local officials. Deacon Kenneth Spurlock of the Brown Grove Baptist Church outlined an oral history of Brown Grove that revealed generations of a generation largely forgotten by the people who lived around it. “It is a community that has been historically abused and looked over,” Spurlock said. “For years, we have seen businesses come in to this community ... and it has caused a

state where businesses come in and Brown Grove is being pushed out.” He pointed to the construction of Interstate-95, development of Hanover Airpark, a truck stop , a stump dump landfill and concrete plant. “Now we have this distribution plant about to be placed across from the Brown Grove Church,” Spurlock said. Realizing the growing threat of surrounding business infringement, Spurlock said a group of residents went to

the courthouse two decades ago seeking some proffers to protect the integrity of their community to no avail. “They said Brown Grove was not a recognized or residential community,” Spurlock said. Spurlock and others who spoke at the press conference indicated no opposition to the Wegmans’ project, but insisted Brown Grove is not the right location. A civic association was

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CARES Act housing and 2021-2022 Hanover County food resources still available school calendar announced HANOVER -- Limited funds still remain to assist Hanover residents who are facing challenges with mortgage, rent, utility or food expenses due to the coronavirus national emergency. This assistance is available through the end of February or until funds are depleted. Hanover County has received an extension to utilize the remaining funds from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act and is continuing the partnership with United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg. United Way has distributed the funding to community partners to provide direct assistance to those in need. The following Hanover community partners will be managing this assistance: Ashland Christian Emergency Services; ACES (food, rent, mortgage, utilities); 798-2784; www.aceshanover.org HumanKind (food, mortgage, rent, utilities); 461-3585; https://www.humankind. org/hanover-cares-act-relief/ Western Hanover Emergency Action Team; WHEAT (food, rent, mortgage and utilities) 877-559-4328; www.wheathelp.org Funds also were provided to FeedMore to support the services of local food banks and Meals on Wheels. United Way will work with Hanover County Government to ensure that the

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this honor with friends and family, you can raise the funds through individual, corporate or foundation gifts. 1. Make a single gift: Make a gift in honor of a HERO in your life. Then share your gift with the honoree and your friends and family – you do not have to share the amount of your gift*. By sharing, it sends a powerful message to your network of friends, family and colleagues that this is important to you and you sincerely wish to make a difference in the lives of your community. 2. Make a group gift: Gather a group together and collect gifts for a specific hero – ex. A classroom or school would collect gifts to honor a HERO teacher. Then share

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funds are spent appropriately in order to maximize their benefit to the intended population. The Hanover County Board of Supervisors made the funds available from the county’s Coronavirus Relief Funds under the CARES Act. Those in need of assistance must apply to one of the listed organizations. Organizations will be assisting Hanover residents based upon availability of funding. For more information, contact the United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg (customerservice@yourunitedway.org) or the Hanover Department of Community Resources at volunteer@hanovercounty.gov or 804-3654300.

your gift with the honoree and your friends and family – you do not have to share the amount of your gift*. By sharing, it sends a powerful message to your network of friends, family and colleagues that this is important to you and you sincerely wish to make a difference in the lives of your community. *Hanover Habitat for Humanity never shares the amount of an individual gift. Only the grand total received for an honoree will be shared.

About Hanover Habitat for Humanity Hanover Habitat for Humanity was formed in 1990 by a committed group of Hanover citizens who wanted to provide safe and affordable housing in Hanover County. Since that time, Hanover

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Habitat has built homes for 66 families. People in our community and all over the world partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. With our help, Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability and independence they need to build a better life for themselves and their families. Hanover Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Housing Agency, and an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. To learn more about the organization visit www.hanoverhfh.org. *Due to COVID-19, administrative staff is working remotely with some hours, as needed, in the office.

(Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Hanover County Public Schools.) ASHLAND -- The Hanover County School Board recently approved the 20212022 school year calendar. The calendar can be found at http://hcps. us/UserFiles/Servers/Server_1250983/File/ Events/Calendar/HCPS%202021-22%20 Adopted%20Calendar.pdf. Note that the school year is slated to begin on Tuesday, Sept. 7. Similar to the start of this school year, the school district will limit attendance on the first day of school (Sept. 7) to pre-K, kindergarten, first grade, sixth grade, and ninth grade students to allow its newest learners and those facing the most significant transitions into its buildings first. All other students will begin instruction on Wednesday, Sept. 8. Here are other notable highlights that school leaders hope will be helpful as you begin planning for next school year. Two full weeks for Winter Break Spring Break is the first full week in April Election Day is a student and teacher holiday Seventeen of our schools serve as voting precincts and experience hundreds of visitors on Election Day every November. As a result, we are moving parent/teacher conferences to the day before the election (Monday, Nov. 1, 2021) in order to reduce traffic and increase safety at our schools. Eliminated seven Early Closings to give much-needed professional learning and collaboration time to our educators. This also eliminates disruption to the school day and to student learning, as well as limits early closing-related logistical issues for families. Added four Flexible Learning Days (more information below) to allow for inno-

vative instruction and additional planning time for educators, among other benefits. All four of these days are on Mondays. What is a Flexible Learning Day? The Flexible Learning Day is an asynchronous learning day in which students will participate in carefully designed and meaningful learning activities from home. The activities will be designed to be completed independently and will not require students to login to their class. The activities can be completed and turned in to be counted within two days of the Flexible Learning Day. The Flexible Learning Days will provide teachers with opportunities to collaborate within their content area, provide time to plan instruction, participate in professional learning activities, and assess individual needs of students. Students will be provided activities prior to the day. Students who complete the activities will be counted as attending school for that day, allowing HCPS to maintain 180 days of learning. More information regarding student learning opportunities and Flexible Learning Days will be shared in the coming months. According to Michael Gill, superintendent of schools, the proposed calendars were developed by a committee of parents, teachers, support employees, and administrators and in coordination with the other major school divisions in the metro-Richmond area. “Thank you to everyone who submitted questions or comments during the calendar planning process,” Gill added. Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer.

Christmas tree recycling continues at convenience centers through Jan. 31 HANOVER -- Through Sunday, Jan. 31, Hanover County residents can recycle Christmas trees free of charge at any Hanover County Trash and Recycling Convenience Center during normal operating hours (7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day except when the county is closed). All decorations and tree stands must be

removed prior to recycling. The county’s solid waste centers will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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Dallas Tucker and Dorothy Heritage Ward; her brother, Mike; and her loving husband, Donnell, whom she was married to for 57 years prior to his 2014 death. She is survived by her son, Jay (Nicole); grandson, Tucker; granddaughter, Ava; brothers, Eddie (Pat) and Dallas (Harriett); as well as countless loving family and devoted friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bethany Christian Church, 5400 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond, Va. 23225, where she was an active member for over 40 years. Acknowledging our current health crises and with an abundance of caution and concern for everyone's safety and wellbeing, only a private graveside service will be held. bennettfuneralhomes. com STEARNS, Henry Winston, 69, of Mechanicsville,

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formed and recognized by the county, but achieving residential status has been a continuing struggle for the small community. “We’ve always had to battle and prove ourselves and prove who we are,” Spurlock said. Spurlock and others who spoke at the press conference indicated no opposition to the Wegmans’ project coming to Hanover, but insisted Brown Grove is not the right location. “We do not oppose the project as a whole,” Spurlock said. “Our belief is that it should be placed somewhere else outside of the Brown Grove community.” In 1870, six residents formed the nucleus of the Brown Grove Baptist Church, its current brick structure constructed in the 1940s.

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Va., passed quietly from this life into the arms of his saviour, Jesus Christ, on December 21, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Edward and Landis Stearns. He is survived by sons, Clayton Vincent Stearns and Joseph Edward Stearns; grandson, Jordan Klay Stearns; brother, William Stearns and his wife, Kathy Stearns; niece, Elizabeth; nephew, Michael Stearns; cousins, friends and co-workers from the University of Richmond, where he worked 40 years before retiring in 2019. A celebration of his life is scheduled for a later date.

WILLIAMS, Leroy D., age 84, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee R. and Lucy Rose Williams; as well as his sister, Margaret W. Eaves. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carolyn A. Williams; two children, Brett R. Williams and Lisa W. Brown (Tim); and six grandchildren, Kennedy Williams, Chase Williams (Molly), Blaine Williams, Riley Williams, Meredith Thomas (Eric) and Mitchell Brown. Leroy is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Leroy was a gradu-

“We are proud of our heritage and humble beginnings,” said Diane Drake, a longtime resident of Brown Grove. Charles Morris is a direct descendant of Brown Grove’s founder and moved to the community in 1976. He expressed concerns regarding unmarked graves located on the proposed site. “Wegmans should not be allowed to build in Brown Grove.” Bonnica Cotman also is a longtime resident of Brown Grove and said she recognized the threat posed to Brown Grove by the construction of the distribution center early in the process. “We were not only fighting against Wegmans but our state and federal government,” Cotman said. “By the time we found out about this our [Hanover County] Board of Supervisors had already moved this project forward.”

Cotman said the early approvals left community members with few options except to contest the DEQ permit from the state. She noted a significant lack of communication from DEQ and the Army Corps of Engineers and said many of her emails have gone unanswered. “They are no longer responding to me,” Cotman said. She extended an offer to Governor Northam to visit Brown Grove and witness firsthand cohesiveness of a community.“Brown Grove is history. Brown Grove is family. Brown Grove means something to us who live here, who worship here, who were raised here. Haven’t we had enough?” “Brown Grove has been here for 150 years and we plan on being here for another 150 years,” she concluded. Guzman organized the

ate of Battlefield Park High School Class of 1953, Bluefield College and Baylor University. He was employed as the Director of Finance at Philip Morris for 30 years. Leroy was a lifelong, devoted member of New Bethesda Baptist Church, where he faithfully served as a deacon, treasurer, trustee and in numerous other roles. He also traveled in Virginia, the country and the world on mission trips, including Bland County, Va., Bluefield, W.Va., St. Jones Island, Md., Louisiana, India, Ecuador, Brazil and Kosovo. The family will receive visitors on Wednesday, January 27, beginning at 10 a.m., prior to a graveside service at 11 a.m. at New Bethesda Baptist Church, 9019 New Bethesda Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. Leroy's favorite pastime was fishing with friends on his boat and spending time with his grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to donate to New Bethesda Baptist Church. bennettfuneralhomes.com press conference to allow voices in support of Brown Grove to be heard, and said the community deserves a fair hearing. “We know that is too often our marginalized communities and communities of color who bear the brunt of environmental racism and are disadvantaged by irresponsible development,” Guzman said. She urged her fellow elected officials to join in efforts to support Brown Grove. Recognizing the significance of holding a press conference on MLK Day, Guzman referenced the words of the Civil Rights leader who warned the voices of his enemies would not be remembered, but the silence of his friends would. “I urge other elected officials at the state and local level not to be silent friends but to find it your heart to help the see BROWN, pg. 12

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people of Brown Grove. They deserve justice,” Guzman said. Pat Hunter-Jordan, president of Hanover’s NAACP Chapter, said she is pleased with the support of groups like the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus but questioned why other local elected representatives have not lent their voices to the environmental justice concerns raised by the Wegmans’ project. “We are here to express our concerns regarding the proposed Wegmans’ distribution project and the dismantling impact on the Brown Grove

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ty effects on the Brown Grove community and areas surrounding the proposed project. She also pointed to the numerous unmarked graves and cultural history that could be trampled in the process. “Our ancestors deserve better,” she said. Sen. Jennifer McClellan described Brown Grove as the center of African American history in Hanover County, and said all projects should be considered regarding their impact on the communities altered and their histories. “The time has come to listen to these communities, preserve their history, and not just say profit is the ultimate goal,” McClellan said. “We can look holistically and find other places to build projects like the Wegmans’ center that don’t disrupt our history and our communities.” Several other legislators and representatives from environmental groups expressed support for Brown Grove during the session.

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The Hanover County Pound, located at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, has wonderful pets available to a good home. Ben, Animal ID# 577459, is a 5-year-old (estimated) male canine/ hound mix. He has had his first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Ben is a really nice dog. He came to the shelter last month as a stray. Ben likes to be around people. He is friendly and does well on a leash. Ben also is compatible with most other dogs. He likes to run and play. Ben will make a good indoor family dog. Rei, Animal ID# 577639, is a 1-year-old female feline domestic short-hair. She has had her first set of vaccines and is FELV-FIV test negative. Rei is a very sweet cat. She was surrendered to the shelter earlier this month. Rei seems to be well litter trained and keeps her cage clean. She also likes to be around people. Rei is laid-back and likes to lounge and observe. She is used to living indoors, so she will make a great house cat. 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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those charged with reporting those types of incidents. More than 40 percent of homebound students are being taught at home due to mental health issues. Gill said the behaviors being displayed are not unique, but being displayed at a much younger age than in past years. Special Education needs also are on the rise with a 58 percent increase in 2016, including a 46 percent increase in autism. More teachers also are needed for English Language Learners whose numbers increased to 500 last year. Gill’s proposal included nine positions to address mental health, counseling, and behavioral management

concerns, including a director, two school counselors and six behavioral or emotional teachers. In addition to those positions, the new budget addresses needs for the county’s Online School, in its first year of operation. Gill proposes 10 new positions for the online school, including three new assistant principals. Gill outlined several other wage-related items contained in this year’s proposal. In addition to the 2.5 percent proposed salary increase, potentially the largest increase (including compression adjustments and Governor Northam’s proposed increases) since 2008, the budget features an increase of $1 per hour for bus drivers and hourly increases for instructional assistants.

A major portion of increases in health care costs for employees also will be mitigated at a cost of $1.7 million. Assistant superintendent Terry Stone presented the fiveyear Capital Improvement Plan that includes plans for a new replacement school for John Gandy and Henry Clay elementary schools in Ashland and planning for a new secondary school in the eastern portion of the county has been moved up a year to 2023 in the new plan. Year five of the CIP features the design for the new Battlefield Elementary School replacement project. “A budget should be a reflection of a school division’s priorities, and what I hope I’m able to demonstrate tonight is through this proposed budget, see BUDGET, pg. 18

Community Online gardening series launches

SHLAND -Hanover County Master Gardeners have announced the dates for their Winter 2021 Home Gardening Series. A series of free classes will be held on Saturday mornings from 10:30 until noon. All classes are presented on Zoom at 10:30 until noon. You must register ahead of time for each session at http://bit.ly/hanoverhgs to be sent a link for that session. The topics to be discussed and the Saturday dates are as follows: Jan. 30 – Bats. Feb. 6 – Seed Saving.

Feb. 13 – Natural Color and Dyeing. Feb. 20 – Bees. Feb. 27 – Fire-wise Landscaping and Practices. March 6 – Introducing Native Shrubs and Groundcover to the Home Landscape. March 13 – Monarchs. March 20 – Water Quality in Your Back Yard. If you miss the live session, you can view the recording along with previous HGS content at https:// bit.ly/hgsrecordings If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services

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It takes 50 years to turn marriage into gold! Happy wedding anniversary! The children of Larry and Charlotte (Talley) Fogg happily announce their parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. Larry and Charlotte were married on January 31, 1971. They have been blessed with two daughters, Tammie Robinson and Melissa Bayer (Lyle), and one granddaughter, Morgan. Larry and Charlotte enjoy spending time with family and friends and working together in their yard.

Senior Softball League looking for players MECHANICSVILLE -- The Hanover Senior Softball League is looking to expand its membership by reaching out to the local community. The league provides an opportunity for men 50 years of age or over and women 40 years of age and over to play slow pitch softball in a friendly and safe environment. All talent levels are welcome to

participate and enjoy this friendly social time with games being played on Wednesday nights at Pole Green Park from midApril to August. The cost is $80 per player. Registration deadline is March 3. Learn more about the League by visiting HanoverSeniorSoftball.org or attend the annual meeting being held by

Zoom, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 9. Zoom information can be found on the website. Those interested in taking part will be introduced to the board, go over practice dates and plans for the season at this meeting. Additional information and registration forms can be found at HanoverSeniorSoftball.org. Information submitted by Dianne Long, secretary, Hanover Senior Softball League.

Mechanicsville students named to Dean’s List for Fall 2020 semester RYAN GRIFFITHS

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EMMITSBURG, Maryland -- Ryan Griffiths of Mechanicsville has earned Dean's List honors for the Fall 2020 semester at Mount St. Mary's University, achieving this accomplishment in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

HARROGATE, Tennessee -- Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) has announced Henry Moore of Mechanicsville was placed on the Dean's List for the Fall semester of 2020. To be placed on the Dean's List, the student must be a full-time

undergraduate and have a 3.5 or higher, grade-point average for the semester. Over 600 undergraduate students were named to the Dean's List. For more information about the undergraduate and graduate programs available at LMU, contact the Office of Admissions at 423-869-6280 or email at admissions@LMUnet.edu.

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COVID-19 cancels 2021 Ashland Strawberry Faire ASHLAND – As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread rapidly, the Ashland Strawberry Faire Committee has decided to cancel the 2021 Faire. “We are so disappointed, but we feel that this is the most responsible decision,” Sharon Chidsey, president, said. The Faire is providing options to the vendors already committed to this year’s Faire, including rollover of fees, receiving a refund minus a nominal administrative fee, or a donation of all/ part of the fee to be earmarked for the Hanover County Public Schools and Randolph-Macon College scholarship program.

Scholarship Donation Appeal Thanks to generous contributions from the board members, vendors and sponsors, the Faire distributed $6,000 in scholarships last year despite canceling the Faire. The Faire committee would like to distribute scholarships again in 2021 but cannot dip into the start-up funds for the 2022 Faire. Therefore, a Scholarship Donation Appeal has been created. If you would like to donate to the scholarship program, you can safely do so online at www.AshlandStrawberryFaire.com or you may mail a donation to ASF, P.O. Box 1973, Ashland, VA 23005.

About the Ashland Strawberry Faire Scholarship Program The Ashland Strawberry Faire offers nine (9) scholarships to Hanover County Public High School students and one (1) scholarship to a Randolph-Macon College student. The first is given in memory of Dick Gillis to a student at Randolph-Macon College majoring in political science. Gillis attended R-MC and served as Ashland’s mayor for 20 years. While he was mayor, he initiated Ashland’s title as the “Center of the Universe.” Four scholarships are given in memory of Tafi Yourtee, one to each of the county’s high schools to a student planning to major in one of the performing arts. After moving from New York, where Yourtee performed

on Broadway, she continued her acting career in local theater groups. Another four scholarships are given in memory of Jay Pace, one to each of the county’s high schools to a student planning to major in journalism. Pace was editor/publisher of the Hanover Herald-Progress that received many awards during his tenure. The 10th scholarship is in memory of Norman Bugge and awarded to a student attending Hanover Center for Trades and Technology. Bugge worked for the telephone company that is now known as Verizon. In his spare time as 2017 file photo a volunteer, he was instrumental in getBuckets of strawberry take center stage for the town’s favorite Faire. ting the Faire’s stage built and the electrical panel wired among many other things. All scholarship recipients are selected by the individual schools. If you are interested in pursuing one of these scholarships, contact your school’s main office or guidance counselor for more information. The next Ashland Strawberry Faire is June 11, 2022 “The Faire committee will miss our friends this year,” Chidsey said. “Thank you to all the amazing volunteers, creative vendors, wonderful community sponsors, and hardworking non-profit workers that make it magically happen.” The next Ashland Strawberry Faire is tentatively scheduled for June 11, 2022, on the campus of Randolph-Macon College. The Faire continues to be made possible through a partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Ashland.

2017 file photo

Natalie Nichols, a member of the Patrick Henry High School Key Club, handed out free balloons.

For more information, visit www.AshlandStrawberryFaire. com. Both the Ashland Strawberry Faire and the Ashland Kiwanis Club are 501(c)(3) organizations. Information submitted by Lorie Foley.

Ashland Town Council takes action on EDA acquiring South Carter site By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ASHLAND – Town Manager Joshua Farrar reviewed a budget amendment totaling $460,000 from a Community Development Block Grant for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 at the Jan. 19 meet-

ing of Ashland Town Council. ‘ He did note that it was the second budget amendment of the current operating budget, with the first being in the amount of $635,000. While planned uses are expanding, Farrar did address the transfer of $535,000

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to the Ashland Economic Development Authority and $50,000 going into the town’s budget. The EDA will utilize the funds to purchase property at 99 S. Carter Rd. Council approved using Unreserved Fund Balance to the General

Fund for the demolition of the structure at that address. Farrar said the goal is to have all the work completed by June, so the business does not cross into the upcoming fiscal year. A contract is in effect through December. Action on the budget

amendment passed unanimously. The town will pursue a reimbursement grant from the commonwealth. Farrar said, “The action item resolution is largely for you to express your intent to the EDA what you want them

to do with the property. It is important for the record, for the public to understand what your expectations are, so that the EDA considers the potential of purchase.” “The EDA would be the owner,” Farrar continued, providing “more see COUNCIL, pg. 18

CELEBRATIONS

| Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries

Miss Skaggs engaged to wed Mr. Hoffman

Sarah Martin exchanges vows with Keith Bowers

Photo courtesy of DelMar Media Group (photographer Virgil Odell); Wedding decorations by Elizabeth LeeAnna Otey’;

MR. and MRS. KEITH TA’SEAN BOWERS the former Sarah Alyssa Martin The marriage of Sarah Alyssa Martin to Keith Ta’Sean Bowers took place on Saturday, October 17, 2020, in Mechanicsville, Virginia. The Reverend Lewis R. Yancy II, pastor of First Union Baptist Church, Mechanicsville, Virginia, officiated. The bride, daughter of Ms. Pamela C. Martin of Mechanicsville, Virginia, Mr. James E. Martin of Chesterfield, Virginia, and granddaughter of Mrs. Sarah E. Cephas of Mechanicsville, Virginia was escorted by Mr. Jesse Blakey and her father. Mr. Bowers is the son of Ms. Pandoria W. Bowers of Richmond, Virginia, and Mr. Carrol Keith Bowers of Highland Springs, Virginia.

BENJAMIN STEVEN HOFFMAN and AMY CATHERINE SKAGGS to be united in marriage on December 18, 2021

ohn and Beth Skaggs of Manassas, Virginia, announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Catherine Skaggs to Benjamin Steven Hoffman, son of Steven and Christine Hoffman of North Wales, Pennsylvania. Amy is the granddaughter of Anne Jewell and the late Robert Jewell and Fred Skaggs and the late Jane Skaggs, all of Mechanicsville. Amy graduated from Osbourn High School in Manassas and the Northfield Mount Hermon School in Northfield, Massachusetts. Ben graduated from North Penn High School in Lansdale, Pennsylvania. Both Amy and Ben graduated from the United States Naval Academy in May 2019

and are currently serving as commissioned officers in the United States Navy. Ensign Skaggs is forward deployed on the USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) serving in the Mediterranean operating area and has recently earned her pin as a Surface Warfare Officer. She will begin nuclear power school in Charleston, South Carolina, in the summer. Ensign Hoffman is training to be a helicopter pilot. He completed basic flight training in Corpus Christi, Texas, and begins training on the TH-57 Sea Ranger at Naval Air Station Whiting Field in Milton, Florida, in February. A wedding is planned for December 18, 2021, at Manassas Baptist Church.

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RACISM Continued from pg. 8

child, and watched personified by adults for most of my life. It’s a wonderful evolution to witness, as a silent observer who takes some pride in their attitudes and lack of natural racism. Different is not a negative concept to them, and discrimination is something they don’t know exists in America. Sadly, not everyone got the memo, and the advances of Civil Rights and equality for all Americans still evokes hostility and resentment in some minds. Even more devastating is the way these hatreds are passed down through genera-

tions, a learned behavior that perpetuates of atmosphere of inequality and racial tension. And while many consider that racism in America was a problem long ago solved, the simple reality is that equality in America still has a long way to go. For years, I’ve heard folks from my generation justify their racism by claiming they are victims of a generational phenomenon making them incapable of true change. Some minds won’t be changed, but equality is a vision that has no beginning or end and represents a battle that is ongoing in our nation. And one day, that vision of

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equal rights for all Americans will be a reality, and the ignorance of racism and bigotry will only survive in the minds of a few. But, the mission of racial harmony is an ongoing assignment that requires constant vigilance to prevent situations like the ones many of us witnessed in the all-too-recent past. Unrest on American streets reminds us all there is still work to be done. For many Americans, real racial harmony and equality can’t come fast enough. In the meantime, many of us will continue to keep our eyes on the prize.

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our priorities … are in two major categories,” Gill said. “Number one is taking care of those who take care of our students. The second category is addressing the holistic needs of our students. Our learners have so many more needs than just academics.” The School Board held a public hearing on Jan. 26 on the proposed budget, and board members are expected to consider the document for approval at their Feb. 9 meeting. Gill is scheduled to submit that approved budget to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors at its Feb. 10 meeting, and approval of the entire county budget is scheduled in April.

flexibility in selling. The building should be demolished and ready for a restaurant or motel.” Ashland Town Council’s next meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 2, at Ashland Town Hall at 121 Thompson St. in Ashland. As town government continues to adhere to COVID-19 guidelines, meetings are being livestreamed, with agendas and links at https://www. ashlandva.gov/89/TownMeetings.

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HANOVER -- Effective Feb. 10, the Hanover County Board of Supervisors will begin their standing second Wednesday meetings at 2 p.m. All evening meetings and sessions will begin at 6 p.m. and public hearings could start as early as 6 p.m. The change in public hearing start times is intended to support increased citizen participation in public hearings. The board will generally meet at 2 p.m. on the second Wednesday and at 6 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday.

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■ RESIDENTS IN 6 STATES CASH IN: The phone lines will be ringing off the hook. That’s because for the next 48 hours, packages containing actual Gold Vault Bricks still loaded with four 5-ounce Jumbo State Bars layered in valuable 24 Karat Gold minted by the Federated Mint are being shipped to residents in 6 states. These are the only Gold Vault Bricks known to exist and everyone wants them. That’s because they’re still loaded with Jumbo Gold Bars bearing the name of The First Bank of the United States of America and the state they were once destined for. And here’s the best part. If you live in one of the 6 states listed in today’s publication you cover only the minimum gold fee set for state residents of just $49 per ounce. That’s a real steal because residents living outside of the designated 6 states must pay $124 per ounce if any remain.

Residents snap up Gold Bars issued in 6 States

Heavy Gold Vault Bricks loaded with valuable Jumbo State Bars layered in 24 Karat Gold are up for grabs as thousands stand to miss the deadline to claim the gold bars; now residents in 6 states can claim the Gold Vault Bricks for themselves and keep all the valuable bars found inside just by covering the minimum gold fee set for state residents within the next 48 hours “It’s like a modern day gold rush,” said Mary Ellen Withrow, emeritus 40th Treasurer of the United States of America. That’s because actual Gold Vault Bricks™ still loaded with four 5-ounce Jumbo State Bars layered in valuable 24 Karat Gold bearing the name of the First Bank of the United States of America™ and the state they were once destined for are up for grabs as thousands of U.S. residents stand to miss the deadline to claim the gold. Now any resident of those states can claim the Gold Vault Bricks for themselves and keep all the valuable gold found inside. That’s four massive bars weighing a full 20 ounces of high demand bullion copper layered in valuable 24 Karat Gold in all. And here’s the best part. If you live in one of the 6 states listed in today’s publication you cover only the minimum gold fee set for state residents of just $49 per ounce which totals $ 980 for the full 20 ounces locked away inside these gold vault bricks. That’s a real steal because residents living outside of the designated 6 states must pay $124 per ounce which

Who gets the Jumbo Gold Bars: Listed below in bold are the states that get the gold. If you live in one of these states immediately call the State Distribution Hotline at: 1-800-749-6917 GB1898

AK AL AR AZ CA CO CT DE FL GA

HI IA ID IL IN Kentucky KS LA MA Maryland

ME MI MN MO MS MT ND NE NH NJ

NM North Carolina NV NY OH OK OR PA RI SC

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(Continued from previous page) totals $2,480 if any remain. “As special counsel to Federated Mint I earn my pay delivering breaking news. And today’s announcement confirming the release of Gold Vault Bricks to the general public is as big as it gets. Believe me, I know how valuable these Gold Vault Bricks are to resellers, collectors, dealers and anyone else who gets their hands on them,” Withrow said. “So my advice is this, anyone who gets an opportunity to get their hands on one of these Gold Vault Bricks better jump at the chance before they’re all gone,” Withrow said. “These Gold Vault Bricks loaded with massive 5-ounce Jumbo State Bars layered in valuable 24 Karat Gold make the most impressive gifts for Christmas, birthdays, graduations, weddings, and any other occasion, especially for that hard-to-buy-for person,” Withrow said. According to Ms. Withrow, since thousands of U.S. residents stand to miss the deadline to claim the gold, today and tomorrow are intended as a “special 48 hour release” for the benefit of persons living in; ST, ST, ST, ST, ST and ST. This gives residents of those states a fair chance to claim the Gold Vault Bricks and all the valuable gold loaded inside for themselves. But, Ms. Withrow added, “The Gold Vault Bricks are only available as inventory permits during the special 48 hour release and once they’re gone, they’re gone.” The emeritus Treasurer added, “Remember this, these Gold Vault Bricks contain a full 20 ounces of high demand bullion copper layered in valuable 24 Karat Gold and we have no power to stop dealers, resellers, collectors and the like from buying up all the Gold Vault Bricks they can get their hands on and reselling them for a big profit,” Withrow said. Anyone who fails to obtain them during this special 48 hour release may be forced to buy them later in the secondary market from a dealer, reseller or collector at a hefty premium. ”We already know the phones will be ringing off the hook. That’s why hundreds of agents are standing by to answer the phones beginning at 8:30am this morning. We’re going to do our best, but with just 48 hours to answer all the calls it won’t be easy. So make sure to tell everyone to keep calling if all lines are busy. We’ll do our best to answer them all,” Withrow said. “That’s why Federated Mint set up the State Distribution Hotlines in order to make sure residents in the 6 designated states listed in today’s newspaper publication can get them now,” Withrow said. The only thing readers of today’s newspaper publication need to do is make sure they live in one of the 6 states listed in today’s newspaper and call the State Distribution Hotlines before the special 48 hour release ends midnight tomorrow. ■

NEVER BEFORE SEEN: THESE FIRST BANK OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA JUMBO GOLD BARS ARE THE ONLY ONES KNOWN TO EXIST

VALUABLE: THESE ARE THE FOUR 5-OUNCE JUMBO GOLD BARS SEALED AWAY IN EACH GOLD VAULT BRICK BEARING THE STATE DESTINATION

How much are the Gold Vault Bricks worth: The answer is, it’s impossible to say. But, it would be foolish for anyone to try and determine the value of these Gold Vault Bricks based on today’s price of gold. Here’s why. Gold, silver and all precious metal values always fluctuate and there are never any guarantees. But what we do know is that these are the only Gold Vault Bricks still loaded with four 5-ounce Jumbo State Bars known to exist. In fact, the value of the pure 24 Karat Gold layered content is just a bonus for anyone lucky enough to get one of these Gold Vault Bricks because there’s no telling how much the actual collector value could be worth. That makes the minimum gold fee set for state residents of just $ 49 per ounce which totals $ 980 for the full 20 ounces locked away inside these Gold Vault Bricks a real steal since residents living outside of the designated 6 states must pay $124 per ounce, which totals $ 2,480, if any remain. Why the vault fee is so low: Since thousands of U.S. residents stand to miss the deadline to claim the gold, Federated Mint has re-allocated Gold Vault Bricks to be sent out in the next 48 hours. That means the gold is up for grabs and now residents in 6 states can claim the Gold Vault Bricks for themselves and keep all the valuable bars found inside. These are the only Gold Vault Bricks known to exist and everyone wants them. That’s because they’re still loaded with four 5-ounce Jumbo State Bars layered in valuable 24 Karat Gold bearing the name of The First Bank of the United States of America and the state they were once destined for. That’s four massive bars weighing a full 20 ounces of 24 Karat Gold and valuable bullion copper in all. And here’s the best part. If you live in one of the 6 states listed in today’s publication you cover only the minimum gold fee set for state residents of just $ 49 per ounce. That’s a real steal because residents living outside of the designated 6 states must pay $124 per ounce if any remain.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Indoor track: Patrick Henry at Mechanicsville 4:00 p.m.

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Prep gymnastics: Multiple schools at Mechanicsville 7:00 p.m.

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Hawk boys gut out third-straight victory By Rob Witham and Dave Lawrence The Mechanicsville Local

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Patrick Henry’s T’Nyah Baylor (14) fights off Mechanicsville’s Madison Butler as she gets off a shot in the Patriots’ 65-40 win over the Mustangs Friday. Baylor finished with 10 points.

MECHANICSVILLE – Nowhere in the game plans of Hanover boys basketball does it say to paint a Picasso. The Hawks are gritty, tough, a grinding team that works both sides of the court, fueled by defense as they work on offensive efficiency. Having Charlie Rohr on the floor certainly doesn’t hurt. Rohr’s 24-point performance Friday night was just over half of the Hawks’ production as Hanover improved to 3-1 with a 46-33 win over visiting Atlee, which, after seeing its season delayed while navigating the world of coronavirus, is desperately searching for an offensive spark. After defeating Mechanicsville 62-43 in their opener on Jan. 18, the Raiders scored a combined 67 points in defeats at home Wednesday to Patrick Henry and Friday at Hanover. For the Hawks, under new head coach Michael Rohr, who moved from girls varsity to boys varsity this season, it’s a defense-first attitude that has carried them early. “They’ve bought into the defense and they’re really working hard at learning a lot of the different things that go into it,” Rohr said. “I think a lot of our struggles on offense have been bad habits. These guys have played a lot, but haven’t been taught the understanding of sets and why we do different things.” After a heartbreaking 61-60

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Hanover guard Charlie Rohr (2) looks to feed the ball inside in transition during the Hawks’ 46-33 home win over Atlee Friday. Rohr led the Hawks with 24 points as Hanover improved to 3-1.

loss to Mechanicsville in their opener, the Hawks ripped off three wins last week, capped by the Atlee victory. The younger Rohr carried Hanover from the start, scoring nine of the team’s first 10 points as they built a 17-4 lead early in the second quarter. But Atlee scored nine of the half ’s last 13 points, using buckets from Kennan Martin, who led the Raiders with 10 points, and Rally Axselle, who contributed nine, to make it a manageable halftime deficit at 21-13. Rohr’s second half production came at key intervals. After Atlee missed a 3-pointer that would have cut the deficit to just three, Rohr’s strong drive to the basket made it 25-17 midway through the third period. In the final minute of the frame, he did it again, stealing a Raiders pass in transition and

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scoring to help Hanover build the lead back to 13 at 36-23 after the third. Will Murphy helped Hanover put the game out of reach, hitting all four of his free throw attempts in the fourth period. Braniel Santos contributed five points, five assists and three steals for Hanover. “I thought we did a lot of good things defensively, Coach Rohr said. “We’ve been doing an outstanding job on the glass, which is not an easy thing to do playing the zone [defense].” The Hawks’ 2-3 zone set is currently the foundation of everything else they do on the court. The other county teams will need to find answers for it in order in the final two weeks of this abbreviated season. After a rematch with the Raiders at see VICTORY, pg. 22

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Swimmers improving as postseason looms By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – When Hanover County’s four high school swim teams gathered for their first actual competition on Jan. 16, there was a bit of rust. While the swimmers were strong for the most part, some were a bit off on certain skills like turns. There was no evidence of rust in the second week of their regular seasons Saturday. As a result, there were plenty of electrifying results. By the time the meets at Burkwood Swim & Racquet Club wrapped up, Patrick Henry’s boys and girls swept Mechanicsville in the nightcap. Hanover’s boys beat Atlee in the day’s opener, while the Hawk and Raider girls competition ended in a tie. Quick improvement is vital, as the teams have one more week to qualify for regionals. “We definitely saw some improvement from last week to this week,” said Patrick Henry head swim coach Bob Flanagan. “But we’ve still got a way to go.” For all four county teams,

VICTORY Continued from pg. 21

Atlee Thursday, Hanover hosts Mechanicsville Monday, then returns to Atlee Tuesday night. Meanwhile, Patrick Henry bounced back from its loss to the Hawks last Monday with a 57-34 road win at Atlee Wednesday, then got revenge for its buzzer-beating loss to Mechanicsville by vanquishing the Mustangs Friday night 68-56. Myles Derricott tallied 17 points to lead the Patriots (2-2) in the Atlee win, while Camden Byrd went 6-of-8 from the floor

see improvement, and that is what they are seeing. “We came back stronger this week,” said Mechanicsville head coach Jennifer Vieni. “We had some really good competition against Patrick Henry – more kids on the same level, a good playing field.” The highlight of the meet was in the final boys event of the day, the 400-yard freestyle relay. The Mustang boys – Logan Deal, Tyler Hill, Jacob Brown and Alex Preumer – edged the Patriot team of Hayden Bartz, Deklan Cauthorne, Cole Nuckols and Paul Datovech by just over two seconds, 3:35.18 to 3:77.62. The highlight of the first meet of the day, between Dave Lawrence/The Local Hanover and Atlee, came in Top, Patrick Henry’s Deklan Cauthorne spreads his wings the girls 400 freestyle relay. The in the butterfly portion of the 200-yard individual medley in Hawks were leading heading a swim meet between the Patriots and Mechanicsville High School at Burkwood Swim & Racquet Club Saturday. Above, into the event. They were leadMechanicsville High School’s Julia Kelly reaches forward down ing until the third leg of the the stretch of the girls 200-yard freestyle . She finished in a race, but their swimmer lost her tie for first with Patriot Lily Luck with a time of 2:41.41.. Left, goggles and couldn’t see. The Mechanicsville’s Logan Deal swims to a 4-second win in the Raiders pulled ahead to win the boys 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 1:06.59. event and tie the meet. Dave Lawrence can be the clock is unforgiving. “Usually we have time to build We’ve got to go now because meets.” “We’ve got a week and a half up to, say, 3,000 yards in a prac- we’ve got to have time to preThe important thing for the reached at dlawrence@mechlobefore regionals,” Flanagan said. tice. We don’t have that time. pare for those end-of-season coaches and their charges is to cal.com.

en route to a 15-point performance. Ray Benton, who led Patrick Henry Friday with 23 points in the Mechanicsville win, added 11 at Atlee. The Patriots host the Raiders in a rematch Wednesday night, then return to Mechanicsville on Thursday. Patriot girls keep winning MECHANICSVILLE – Patrick Henry’s girls have faced two of the county’s other three teams so far this season. Despite a battle with Hanover on Jan. 18, the Patriots have been victorious each time. The only county team yet to play Patrick Henry is Atlee,

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which has had to delay the start of its season. Despite that, the Patriots have had plenty of work to do. The Patriots capped last week win a 65-40 win at Mechanicsville High School, but the game was much more of a scrap than the score suggests. The Mustangs closed out the first period with a 7-6 lead. The Patriots’ offense struggled to put the ball in the basket: guard Logan Nuckols scored 15 of Patrick Henry’s 20 first-half points. “The first half was struggle,” said Patrick Henry’s head girls basketball coach Phillip Cobb. “We were flat. No intensity. Give Mechanicsville the credit.

They came out to play and we did not. We were fortunate to stay in the game and we finally had a little fire in the second half. We came out and, I think, we made a 24-7 run in the third quarter and got some more of the girls scoring.” At halftime, the Patriots came out with new energy. The Mustangs had just as much energy, but the second half brought more than its share of jitters, too. “We had a really hard first half and were hanging with them,” said Mechanicsville starter Lydia Elkins. “In the second half, we had lots of fast breaks and we needed to con-

trol the pace more, but we were still playing hard and fighting through.” Both teams fought hard, engaging in a physical game, especially in the paint, but the Patriots, led by Ava Smith and Jessica Osuanah, lead in the battle of the boards, with Smith hauling in 11 rebounds and Osuanah 10. “If you control the boards, you’ve got a pretty good chance to win the game,” Cobb said. “Defense and controlling the boards and trying to get some second shots – if you’re getting one shot and done, you’re going to have a long night.” Nuckols continued keeping

the pace for the Patriots in the second half, finishing with 38 points. “She’s our leader. She’s our go-to,” Cobb said. “We definitely look to her to get us going. But we were off, flat, and it takes more than just Logan for us to be successful. We were able to get some other girls to contribute in the second half.” T’Nyah Baylor finished with 10 points for Patrick Henry. Madison Butler led the Mustangs with 24 points. Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

R-MC women try to enjoy shortened season By Rob Witham For the Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND – For the select few allowed to enter Crenshaw Gymnasium Saturday afternoon, it was an experience only explained as “alternative universe meets new era.” No fans, bench seats all 6 feet apart, and – patrolling the sideline – Lindsey Burke leading Randolph-Macon women’s basketball for the first time since being named head coach in April. In the midst of it all, despite a cold afternoon from beyond the arc, the Yellow Jackets never trailed, opening their abbreviated 2021 Old Dominion Athletic Conference schedule with a 77-64 win over Ferrum. The victory was a primary goal for Burke, but not the only goal. “I told them, first and foremost, to have fun,” Burke said after the win. “I think a big key this whole year is having some fun. We’re able to do something right now that a lot of teams aren’t able to do.” The big question coming

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Randolph-Macon’s Devan Conrad (13) drives for a basket on Rerrum’s Aisha Martin (30) during the first half of the Yellow Jackets’ 77-64 win over the Panthers in their season opener at Crenshaw Gymnasium Saturday. Conrad was one of four players in double figures with 10 points.

into the season was how to replace the production of Kelly Williams, the program’s second all-time leading scorer (1,956 points) and greatest rebounder (1,395), plus standouts Charlotte Woods and Michal

Ross. From the opening tip, Randolph-Macon showed they won’t be afraid of the 3-point arc. Cheridan Hatfield, who led the Yellow Jackets with 16 points, drained a 3 for the

Atlee wins polar bear meet

first points of the game while Randolph-Macon held the Panthers scoreless for the first four minutes. Down 11-3, Ferrum used a 7-0 run to pull within one at 11-10 late in the first period. It would be the

closest the Panthers would come to taking a lead. The Yellow Jackets had no problem attacking the paint as well, using a Becca Arrington steal to find freshman Catherine Kagey, who then fed Devan Conrad for a layup to make it 25-16 seven minutes before halftime. The team extended the lead to 17 before Ferrum cut the margin to 42-30 at intermission. Kagey, a 5-foot-9-inch swing player from Faith Christian in Roanoke, had nine points and nine rebounds in her debut, and Burke likes what she sees. “She’s going to be good,” Burke said. “I think she’s going to be a force to be reckoned with as she continues to build her own confidence.” For a team that lost so much to graduation, there was no sign of tentative play. While chemistry and execution need growth and refinement, the Yellow Jackets, picked to finish eighth in the ODAC this season, are brimming with confidence already. The Panthers spent the sec-

ond half trying to come back, only to be repelled time after time. With their lead down to six early in the fourth period, Aimee DeBell, Kagey, and Arrington all scored to return the lead to double digits. DeBell finished with 15 points, 19 rebounds, four assists and two blocks, firmly establishing herself as ruler of the inside for the new-look Yellow Jackets. Arrington finished with 15 points while Conrad added 10. With plenty of experience returning from an ODAC Championship team, these Yellow Jackets should be a tough out for any conference opponent. They went 14-of-16 from the free-throw line, and, with improved accuracy from long range, Randolph-Macon will be fun to watch. It’s the same fun that Burke wanted her Yellow Jackets to have as – despite all the changes and challenges surrounding them and the world – they finally got to do what brings them joy: play the game. Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

County wrestlers grapple

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Left, Mechanicsville’s Grayson Clark runs to victory in 9:44.86 in the boys 3,200-meter run in a meet against visiting Atlee Thursday. Above, Atlee’s Rachel Mudd (1) battles the Mustangs’ Sierra Puleo (2) in the girls 1,600 run. Mudd would beat Puleo by nearly three seconds with time of 5:28.51. Atlee’s boys and girls teams won both points battles.

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Left, Atlee’s Tyler Bosher may be on top, but he is clearly not in control as Hanover’s Noah Bentley works toward a victory with a pin in a 132-pound match in the Hanover County quad at Hanover High School Saturday. Right, Mechanicsville High School’s Dominic Bischoff pins Patrick Henry’s Jacob Crone in a 138-pound contest.

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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

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SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m. Pastor, Ken Stalls, www.blackcreek.org or call (804)781-0330 Broadus Memorial Baptist 1 Church - 2 Locations! 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116. Phil Peacock, Pastor 9 a.m. Worship & on Facebook LIVE 3407 King William Rd. Aylett 23009 Jeff Poythress, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Worship BroadusChurch.org 804-779-2700 Making each one a witness! Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800

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Grace United Family Church "Where Grace Unites Us" 7252 Beulah Church Road (Historic Beulah Church) Mechanicsville, 23111 Sundays, 10:30AM & Wed. Dinner, Study, Prayer: 6:00-8:00 p.m. For info, call 335-6728 "Love God, Learn the Bible, Care for People"

New Highland Baptist Church 10:30 am Worship 9200 New Ashcake Road, 550-9601 www.newhighland.org Shalom Baptist Church 8116 Walnut Grove Rd. Office: 746-7737 Worship in person and Live Streamed on YouTube & Facebook Live on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Find us on the web at shalombaptist.net

UNITED METHODIST Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road 746-5118 Pastor Amy Johnson Join us online or in person for Worship Sundays 10am Cub Scouts Pack 517 Shady Grove United Methodist 8209 Shady Grove Rd. at the corner of Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville 804-746-9073 Weekly Online Worship Sundays at 9:45 a.m. shadygroveumc.org/worship online Rev. Jay Kelchner, Pastor info@shadygroveumc.org

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Glenn Hawkins, Pastor Harvest Christian Fellowship (SBCV) 8080 AMF Dr. - www.hcfellowship.com Sun. School-9:00AM - Worship-10:15AM Wednesday - Youth Gathering - 6:45PM Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hillcrest Road Hanover, VA. 23069 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sunday 11am Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. www.HillcrestHanover.org Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, Office: 746-7253 Worship in person and Lived Streamed on YouTube on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Find us on the web at mechanicsvillebaptist.org New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Rev. Tom Gaskins, Interim Pastor Caleb Bittler, Minister to Students & Family Sunday School 10 AM, Worship 9 AM & 11 AM Bible Study/Prayer Youth & Children activities 6:30pm, Wednesday www.newbethesda.org

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

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UNITED METHODIST Enon United Methodist Church 6156 Studley Rd; 746-4719 ReNe’e Teague, Pastor Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) www.enonumc.org office@enonumc.org

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HOUSEWASHING A BROWN’S HOUSE WASHING ROOF STAINS REMOVAL 804-937-8351 HANOVER HANDY SERVICES Low Pressure Powerwashing Gutter Cleaning Lic. & Ins. Call 363-8393 www.hanoverhandy.com

Locally owned & operated since 2001. Licensed & Insured. Houses, decks, deck staining & aggregate concrete sealing. 804-5399682 www.mpadrichmond.com

LAWN CARE Ground Keepers Lawn Care Your #1 Choice Grass Cutting • Trimming • Hedges Mulching • Aerating • Seeding • Snow Plowing • FREE Est. Reasonable Rates Rick Custalow, 804-517-3321 HANOVER LAWN CARE LEAF REMOVAL LEAF REMOVAL Best Rate in Hanover ∂ Quality Service LIC & INS CALL 398-8287

LAWN CARE PLUS - Complete Lawn Care & Landscaping LEAF REMOVAL We offer Curbside & Full Service Leaf Removal! Fully Lic/Ins. Free Estimates 730-2367

LAWN CARE Todd’s Lawn Care Grass Cutting, Trimming, Edging, Mulching, Leaf & Brush Removal. Firewood Available. Call Todd 804-366-3628 or 804-366-8185

PAINTING ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential. Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531

ROOFING Davidson Roofing Co. Residential Roofing & Repair Specialists. Lic/Insured GAF Master Elite Contractor BBB /Free Estimates 804-672-0540 www.davidsonroofing.com Roofing - All Types of Installation & Repair. 40+ years of experience. Licensed / Insured. BBB A+ Rating! Call 804-347-3812

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Guy Stinchfield Painting & Repair Int./Ext. Painting, Carpentry, Drywall Repair, Pressure Washing, Wallpaper Removal. Lic/Ins. 20 yrs experience Refereneces. Free Est. 804-439-7700 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352

PLUMBING Gary’s Plumbing Repair Service. Lic./Ins. 218-1467 Paul Brown Plumbing - in Business Since 1983. New Residential, Light Commercial, Renovations, Additions & Service. We do it all! Senior Citizen Discounts. For free estimate, 746-5030

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Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, etc. No Job too BIG or small. Lic/Ins. Free Estimates.

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Wallpaper Hanging & Removal. References. Reliable. Call Jane Watkins 746-9025 www.janeswallcovering.com

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HAULING Junk removal and clean outs from homes to offices. Licensed & Insured. Call or text 804-363-5144 or email cleancutremoval80@gmail.com

TREE SERVICE Bernard’s Tree Service, stump grinder, clean up mulch, mulch, landscaping, plant trees & more. Free estimates. References. Licensed. & insured. Call 804-874-9184

Merchandise MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 4-Burial Plots, Washington Memorial Park. Lots in section are priced are $5,000/each. Will sell for $3,000 each or all 4 for $9,000. Call Wayne Lee, 804658-9700 Mausoleum - Tandem Crypt consist of two chambers & one crypt front. Located at Signal Hill Memorial Park. Valued at $13,500, asking $9,000. Call 301-432-4656, leave message.

Recruitment AUTO REPAIR/PARTS AUTO DETAILER: Clean and wash customers cars after repair has been completed. Need to be familiar with vehicles that have fresh paint; able to vacuum interior polish, buff, vehicles. Full time work with vacation, health insurance, 401K retirement. Must have good eye for detail and good work ethic. Hours Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5PM. AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN: Experienced Body Technician. We are a busy shop with multiple DRP’S. repairing wrecked damaged vehicles. We do not do rust repair or restoration work and try to avoid "train wrecks". Benefits are: Paid Vacations, Health insurance, 401K retirement program. Commission pay; $65 K To $90K depending on how proficient you are in your work. We have weekly pay period, every Friday. Call COLONIAL BODY & PAINT SHOP 804 746-2590 TO SCHEDULE FOR INTERVIEW OR email resume to: paul@colonialgroupltd.com

FT Factory Help Wanted Mechanicsville area. Call 746-5238 between 1:00 - 4:00 PM Newspaper Carriers Wanted in the eastern Goochland/Manakin areas. Good supplemental income. Carriers are independent contractors and must have: dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and Virginia insurance. Hours of availability are 1:00 AM – 6:00 AM, seven days a week. For more information, please call Kara Eagle 337-7574.

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PAUL R. PICO and WENDY H. PICO Plaintiffs, v.

CASE NO. CL21-000082-00

NEAL GRANT STARLING, et al, Defendants. ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this lawsuit is to quiet title to 11207 Dude Ranch Road, Glen Allen, VA. 23950 in Hanover County, or in the alternative, to have the Court declare that title to all of 11207 Dude Ranch Road has been obtained by the plaintiffs by adverse possession. It appearing by Affidavit filed according to law that the following defendants are nonresidents of the State of Virginia: Bruce A. Starling, Diane Starling Thomas, Wayne A. Starling, Brent W. Starling, and Sarah E. Starling, it therefore is ORDERED that these defendants appear in the Clerk’s Office of this Court on or before 9:00 A.M. on March 8th, 2021,and do what is necessary to protect their interests. It further appearing by Affidavit filed according to law that the Complaint states that there may be persons whose names are unknown, who are interested in the subject matter of this case, namely Trustees and Beneficiaries under the Agreement entered into between MARY JEAN STARLING and HENRY J. STARLING as Trustees dated January 26, 1994,and who are made defendants by the general description of "parties unknown", it is further ORDERED that any such Trustees and Beneficiaries appear in the Clerk’s Office of this Court on or before 9:00 A.M. on March 8th, 2021, and do what is necessary to protect their interests. ENTERED: 1/11/2021 J. Overton Harris, JUDGE I ask for this: Christopher J. Habenicht (VSB 15146) MEYERGOERGEN, PC 1802 Bayberry Court, Suite 200 Richmond, VA. 23226 804-622-1238; 804-565-1238 (fax) habenicht@mg-law.com Counsel for Paul R. Pico and Wendy H. Pico

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Gather a harvest 5. Federal Republic of Germany 8. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! 11. ‘The Little Mermaid’ 13. The common gibbon 14. Volcanic island in Fiji 15. Mother of Perseus 16. Egg cells 17. Teams’ best pitchers 18. Credit associations 20. Advance 21. Hair styling products 22. Benign tumors 25. Arriving early 30. Called it a career 31. __ Paulo, city 32. Avoid with trickery 33. Easter egg 38. Veterans battleground 41. Lack of success 43. Thing that causes disgust 45. Deep, continuing sound 47. Ancient kingdom near Dead Sea 49. You might put it in a fire 50. Partner to ‘oohed’ 55. Actor Idris 56. Slippery

57. Plant of the bean family 59. One point north of northeast 60. Patti Hearst’s captors 61. Places to hang clothes 62. Midwife 63. Of she 64. S. Korean statesman CLUES DOWN 1. Cool! 2. Amounts of time 3. Aboriginal people of Japan 4. Popular veggies 5. Wedding accessory 6. Deep, narrow gorges 7. Dry cereal 8. Competitions that require speed 9. Cain and __ 10. Snake sound 12. Type of amino acid (abbr.) 14. Pattern of notes in Indian music 19. Satisfy 23. Misfire 24. Nearsightedness 25. Indicates before 26. Increase motor speed 27. When you hope to get

there 28. Indicates position 29. Where rockers perform 34. Substitute 35. __ juris: of one’s own right 36. Earliest form of modern human in Europe: __-magnon 37. Adult female bird 39. Do away with 40. Lens 41. Flattened appendage 42. Post or pillar in Greek temple 44. A medieval citizen of Hungary 45. Spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation 46. Abba __, Israeli politician 47. Sew 48. Evergreen trees and shrubs having oily one-seeded fruits 51. Swiss river 52. Grayish-white 53. A way to illustrate 54. College basketball superpower 58. Midway between south and southeast

5"6364 t "QS .BZ Taurus, certain things aren’t adding up and someone close to you is being rather evasive. You may want to do some investigative work and get to the bottom of the situation. (&.*/* t .BZ +VO Gemini, even though you detest drama, unless you are careful this week you could put yourself right in the middle of some. Watch your words and actions carefully.

$"/$&3 t +VO +VM You are known for adding your personal touch to everything, Cancer. Just don’t push this so far as to have the final word on everything; otherwise, you could ruffle feathers.

-*#3" t 4FQU 0DU Libra, you are normally upbeat and passive. However, you may have to be a little more forceful if you want to get your point across and be heard in the days ahead.

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4$031*0 t 0DU /PW You don’t mind defending your opinions or your ideals, Scorpio. In fact, you are highly skilled at constructive conversation. Your negotiation tactics may be put to the test.

7*3(0 t "VH 4FQU You can’t resist helping other people who are close to you, Virgo. However, this week is a time when the roles are reversed. Don’t hesitate to accept help.

4"(*55"3*64 t /PW %FD Sagittarius, it is not your job to solve a group issue on your own. This needs to be a democratic process with all opinions included in the discussion. You may act as moderator.

$"13*$03/ t %FD +BO Is there something going on in your life right now that could benefit from a little more investigation, Capricorn? Personal problems may involve delving a little deeper. "26"3*64 t +BO 'FC Aquarius, it seems that for each step you take forward, you move two or three steps back. Break this cycle and develop a contingency plan so you don’t miss a beat. 1*4$&4 t 'FC .BS The distance between you and someone you love keeps widening, Pisces. Take the time to mend this fence.

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"3*&4 t .BS "QS Aries, it is not often that you feel compelled to be a people-pleaser, but you’ve been a lot more cautious about what you say or post online lately. That can be a good thing.

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