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HCSB: face-to-face classes in fall By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

ASHLAND -- High school students in Hanover County Public Schools will return to an eight-block A-B schedule when the 2021-2022 school year begins in the fall. Action was taken by Hanover County School Board members during the Tuesday, May 11, regular meeting. Due to the pandemic, students were placed on 4x4 traditional block schedules for the current year that requires students to attend the same four classes for extended periods daily. The A-B scheduling allows students to attend some classes on certain

days, and others on alternating days. Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Greif announced that change and others in her presentation of a proposed return to learn plan for the upcoming year that Hanover County School Board members will consider for approval at their June meeting. During a public comment period prior to Greif ’s presentation, several students said they understood the reasoning employed when the 4x4 schedule was instituted. Even considering the health concerns addressed by the traditional block schedule, students said the schedule allowed little time for homework or after school employment or activities. One student said the schedule was espe-

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cially difficult for Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) students who were, in some cases, forced to take final AP tests a full semester after the class was completed. Greif said school officials heard the complaints factored in the decision to return to an A-B schedule but also said the benefits of the 4x4 scheduling should not be discounted. “As you heard from some speakers earlier this evening, there is some legitimate concern about a 4x4 schedule,” Greif said. “But, I will also contend that there are legitimate benefits to a 4x4 schedule. see HCSB, pg. 7

Shop Local keeps dollars in community By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local HANOVER -- Finance Director Lauren Null presented a positive third quarter financial update at last Wednesday’s regular Hanover County Board of Supervisors meeting. The figures in that report indicated that revenues are

exceeding expectations in most categories, with a major portion of that increase resulting from increased sales tax returns. That means people are spending money in Hanover County, and Economic Director Linwood Thomas wants to make sure a fair share of those dollars stay right here at home. He unveiled a new Shop

Local program last week that highlights Hanover businesses in an up-close and personal way, and urges consumers to spend their hard-earned money locally. Over the next several weeks, Hanover businesses will be featured in video spots and a weekly giveaway will provide participants to support their local favorites.

An accompanying app called Here in Hanover, VA also is being introduced that includes a listing of all local businesses, including parks and upcoming events. Thomas said the new Shop Local program is a continuation of his office’s efforts to support the county’s thriving business community.

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Allen Harper is being recognized this year for contacting The Mechanicsville Local with the first ripe Hanover Tomato. He took time on May 6 to pose with the tomato in his garden in the 9000 block of Rutland Road in Mechanicsville.

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County launches Shop Local - Here in Hanover, VA campaign MECHANICSVILLE -Hanover County is launching the Shop Local – Here In Hanover, VA campaign to commemorate Virginia Business Appreciation month, and to emphasize the impact that buying from neighborhood businesses has on the

greater community. Over the coming weeks, Hanover County’s Department of Economic Development will showcase a variety of local establishments, as well as promote a weekly giveaway contest aimed at engaging residents to promote

their favorite spots in the county. This campaign recognizes the importance of supporting small businesses, the jobs they help create, and the culture they foster in our communities. To bolster this message, the campaign incorporates a Shop Local video, the Here

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AHS nurse named HCPS Support Employee of Year

contributed to our success this school year ECHANICSVILLE – Meagan Forster, the school nurse at Atlee during the pandemic,” Woody said. “She has High School (AHS), has been gone above and beyond to assure that our chosen as the 2020-21 Hanover school community is healthy and safe. Her County Public Schools Support Employee of work ethic and professionalism has been the Year. inspiring to all of us.” Forster, a school nurse for 13 years, is in Dr. John Wheeler, AHS principal, said the her fourth year with HCPS. school is ecstatic to have Forster honored. “I come to school each day with the same “She provides unique and exceptional sergoal in mind: keep my staff and students vices to our students and staff and has a genhealthy and safe,” Forster tle and calm demeanor said. “By receiving this that renders her effective award, I feel my goal is in every situation while being met, and my Atlee demonstrating a comRaiders appreciate me! mitment to excellence This year, COVID-19 to our school and her challenged each school craft on a daily basis,” nurse in Hanover County Wheeler said. “She is to work harder than ever always willing to help or before. This recognition listen, not easily rattled, lets me know that our and a mentor to many school division underRaiders. She has been stands and appreciates an invaluable asset to the work nurses are putour school during the ting in this year.” COVID-19 pandemic, Forster attended is a true servant to our Bon Secours Memorial school community, and School of Nursing before most worthy of this receiving her bachelor’s honor.” degree in nursing from The school division Photo submitted by Chris R. Whitley Virginia Commonwealth Meagan Forster, the school nurse at employs over 1,000 University. Her favorite Atlee High School, has been selected support employees in part of the job, she said, as the 2020-2021 Hanover County order to accomplish Public Schools Support Employee of is being there for her its mission. Each year, the Year. students. one employee wins “Some school days this distinguished award. It is given to an require emergency care to be given, and employee who exhibits several qualities, such other days students just need someone to as: provides unique and exceptional contrihear about their latest achievement,” she said. butions to the school division; demonstrates “I love being able to help them through any physical and mental challenges so they can be commitment through quality job performance and a positive attitude; demonstrates in class learning to be successful.” leadership; seeks to enhance their skills Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent, made and knowledge; and, fosters cooperation the surprise announcement – with a little and positive relationships with colleagues, special help from Forster’s daughters – on students, teachers, administrators, and the Thursday, May 6, during a staff meeting at Atlee High School. school community. Health Services Coordinator Terry Woody Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, said Forster is “very deserving” of the honor. Hanover County Public Schools public infor“Her dedication and hard work has greatly mation officer.

6 OPINION Honor grads’ profiles may be a little late this year.

12 COMMUNITY Parks & Rec to celebrate tomato throughout July.

13 ASHLAND Brown Grove resident celebrates 103rd birthday.

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| Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue a family member was reported in the 7200 block of Cherry Leaf Way, Mechanicsville.

April 12

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

April 13

Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 8300 block of Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville.

Falsely reporting to police or falsely summoning police was reported in the 7000 block of General Drive, Mechanicsville.

Breaking and entering into a building to commit larceny/assault and battery/ etc. was reported in the 9900 block of Lickinghole Road, Ashland. Firearms, regardless of value, not from a person, were reported in the 8200 block of Ellerson Drive, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 6000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 8100 block of Newman Drive, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7400 block of Ewell Road, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 13100 block of Waltons Tavern Road, Montpelier. Assault on law enforcement, court, doctor, fire or medical was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery of

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 9100 block of Burkwood Club Drive, Mechanicsville. Grand larceny auto theft was reported in the 7100 block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville. Obtaining money by false pretenses, $200, was reported in the 7300 block of Bruce Boulevard, Mechanicsville. Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 10000 block of Bee Apple Place, Mechanicsville. Assault on law enforcement, court, doctor, fire or medical was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Bypass/Elm Drive, Mechanicsville. Receiving stolen goods was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Bypass/ Elm Drive, Mechanicsville. Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 10100 block of Atlee Station Road/Wilmore Drive, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7300 block of Barnette Avenue, Mechanicsville.

April 14

ID theft to obtain ID to avoid arrest, 2nd offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 9000 block of Red Hill Circle, Mechanicsville.

Dumping trash on a highway or private property was reported in the 15400 block of Coatesville Road, Montpelier.

Identity fraud, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 8100 block of Candleberry Drive, Mechanicsville. Forging coin and bank notes was reported in the 11900 block of South Anna Drive, Rockville. Computer fraud to obtain services, $500, was reported in the 10300 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland. DWI, with child, 1st offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Bypass/Elm Drive, Mechanicsville.

accident with damages, $250, in the 7200 block of Jackson Avenue, Mechanicsville.

April 15

Passing a stopped bus loading or unloading was reported in the 11700 block of Lakeridge Parkway/ Lewistown Road, Ashland. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 8300 block of Stumpy Road, Hanover.

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Hit and run, personal injury, was reported in the 18100 block of Taylors Creek Road, Montpelier.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 17700 block of Pouncey Tract Road/ Vontay Road, Rockville.

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Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months, was reported in the 9200 block of Sentry Station Road, Mechanicsville.

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Passing a stopped school bus loading or unloading was reported in the 8000 block of Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville. DWI, 3rd offense in 10 years, was reported in the 15500 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier. Driver did not report an accident with injuries, $250, in the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8500 block of Peaks Road, Ashland.

Careless damage of property by fire was reported in the 7100 block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

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Got foam? Hanover represented in railway training in Colorado

Photos courtesy of Hanover Fire/EMS

Firefighter Dallas Larsen of the Laurel Meadow Station 17 and Firefighter Eric Harper of Chickahominy Station 10 recently attended a FEMA-funded Flammable Liquids by Rail/Crude Class 3 in Pueblo, Colorado. This program is designed to educate and better prepare for incidents surrounding flammable liquids during possible derailments throughout the railway system. With major railways in Hanover County, it’s critical to know not only when to intervene, but how to intervene to prevent catastrophic loss of life and property. The three-day program included classroom, hands-on skills, and live fire training using a train derailment prop. It consisted of 20+ tank cars in a simulated derailment to learn how to properly apply massive amounts of water and foam. They also learned how to control leaks and extinguish fires of specific hazards to prevent further environmental damage.

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reported in the 7100 block of Loralea Drive, Mechanicsville.

Hit and run with injury or death and failure to notify police were reported in the 6500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Simple assault was reported in the 10000 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

April 16

DWI, 2nd offense in 10 years, was reported in the 17200 block of Pouncey Tract Road, Rockville.

Obtaining money, etc., by false pretense, larceny, $200 conspiracy, was reported in the 15300 block of Woodman Hall Road, Montpelier.

Threats in writing were reported in the 12300 block of Patrick Henry High School, Ashland.

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Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7200 block of Courtland Farm Road, Hanover. Obtaining money, etc., by false pretense, larceny, $200 conspiracy was reported in the 13300 block of Farm View Drive, Ashland. Violation of a protective order (general) was reported in the 8500 block of Peaks Road, Ashland. Damage to vehicle, boat or aircraft was reported in the 9300 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 6400 block of Harbor Drive, Mechanicsville. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Damage to vehicle, boat or aircraft was reported in the 9000

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block of Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville.

the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Reckless, general, was reported in the 10300 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

Unauthorized use of a vehicle, boat or animal was reported in the 6900 block of Brooking Way, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months, was reported in the 10000 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

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

DWI: 1st offense was reported in the 6100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 9200 block of Ivy Banks Drive, Mechanicsville.

Computer fraud to obtain services, $500, was reported in the 3200 block of Westwood Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 11400 block of Watkins Road, Rockville.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Violation of a protective order (general) was reported in the 9200 block of Ivy Banks Drive, Mechanicsville.

April 18

Simple assault was reported in the 19100 block of Halls Hideaway Lane, Beaverdam.

Simple assault was reported in the 16200 block of International Street, Doswell.

Simple assault was reported in

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Schedule changed, but honor grads get their day By Melody Kinser Managing Editor o say the 2020-2021 year for Hanover County Public Schools’ graduating seniors has been different is an understatement, but, thanks to the efforts of many at the Central Office of Hanover County Public Schools, they will -- unlike the Class of 2020 -- take part in commencement ceremonies. While we praise the work involved in planning two days of graduations at Meadow Event Park, we also will continue our tradition of recognizing the honor graduates representing the county’s four high schools -- Atlee, Hanover, Mechanicsville, and Patrick Henry.

Normally, we would be launching the fourweek series of profiles spotlighting the valedictorian and salutatorian next week. However, this has been a unique academic year in how students have taken classes, so the final rankings may not be available to us until after commencement ceremonies are held. School officials have been very cooperative and agree the acknowledgement is very much deserved. Note to the honor graduates: Please reach out to your school counselor to get the form to submit to me (mkinser@mechlocal.com). I’ll also need you to include your senior portrait. This year we are adding scholarships and recipients. This will become an annual highlight at graduation time.

And, as usual, Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of HCPS, will share with us his remarks that will be delivered to the graduates on June 18-19. His speech and the list of all graduates will hopefully appear in our June 23 edition. With an overwhelmed school division preparing for two days of graduations, please be patient. We will publish all articles as soon as possible. Here’s the schedule for commencement: 9 a.m. Friday, June 18 -- Mechanicsville High School, 2:30 p.m. Friday, June 18 -- Hanover High School; 9 a.m. Saturday, June 19, Patrick Henry High School, and 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 19 -- Atlee High School. Oh, yes, we’ve got it covered.

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Thanks extended to outgoing school board member Well, as they say, “All good things must come to an end”. For 16 years we have had a super person on the Hanover County School Board. How many time have I heard Norman Sulser state, “Are we doing the very best for our students?” With tireless efforts, Norman has fought for upgrading our schools and curriculum. Sometimes met with opposition, see LETTERS, pg. 8

Remembering a mother’s love is truly the greatest gift of all By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist At age 44, my life was busily progressing up and down the ladder of success, centered on strategic career moves that would allow me to achieve the success I so aggressively sought. Caregiving was the furthest thing from my mind on the day I got the call from my mother informing me she had been diagnosed with cancer. I took the news in stride, never

realizing the life-changing affects those simple words had on my mother’s life, and eventually mine. A credit to her tenacious nature and irrevocable spirit, she fought the brave fight during the first years of the disease’s relentless assault, and I went on with my life, only briefly interrupting it to take her to an occasional doctor’s appointment. As the months progressed, the disease became more debilitating, and caring for my mother became almost

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full-time work. I responded by hiring a lady to sit with her during the day, fix her meals, and provide the support she needed. I realized we were reaching a painful emotional intersection, where decisions would have to be made, none of them easy. And the day inevitably came when she could no longer physically keep house, perform the daily duties of life, and needed full-time nursing care. My sister and I searched facilities

in the area, none of which seemed right. Although cancer had ravaged my mother’s frail body, it hadn’t touched a still active and creative mind, and she made us promise to keep her at home for as long as possible. It was then I realized that the most important question facing us was not financial, but emotional. Protecting my mother’s dignity became top priority, eventually leading to some lifechanging decisions for both of us.

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So, it was with great hesitancy that I moved home to care for her, taking a leave of absence from work and devoting most of my time to her care. She made the job easy, and it wasn’t many days later when I knew I had made the right decision. Keeping a promise to protect her from the loneliness and desperation of a chronic disease, I kept her at home for more than a year. During that time, we laughed, cried and faced the reality that faced us with a sense of togetherness. That’s not to say there weren’t tough and difficult days, much tougher on her than me. Through it all, she remained constant in the one role she had mastered and dedicated herself to — being a mother. After providing a lifetime of guidance, an endless multitude of consoling hugs, bandaging too many skinned knees to count and almost never eating a meal sitting down, she see MOTHER’S, pg. 8

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What we have said all along … is that we made a 4x4 decision for health reasons . . . for the best opportunity to keep kids safe and to be able to make changes as we needed if the pandemic were to evolve in a certain direction,” Greif said. The Trades Center, IB, AP, ACA and Health Sciences Center will all be open for face-to-face instruction and transportation will be provided for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. Greif said there may be some class restraints based on staffing but is expecting to offer students a “rich and robust” schedule when they return in the fall. She also said online schedules will mirror face-to-face instruction as closely as possible. “To be honest, our course offerings at the secondary level in the Online School will be limited with 93.5% of our students indicating that they will come back face-to-face. That means our population in the Online School will be smaller and it will be a little more challenging to provide a wide metric,” Greif said. Virtual Virginia will be provided to allow students access to classes not available through the Hanover Online School.

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44% of GDP (gross domestic product). Locally, our existing businesses continue to be the backbone of our economy here in Hanover County and we are always looking for new and creative ways to support their growth and success. I encourage citizens to purchase locally when possible. These revenues support important community priorities, including our Sheriff ’s Office, Fire and EMS, Hanover schools, and our community-based services. As we roll out our

Regarding that return to learn plan, Superintendent Michael Gill told board members that more than 93% of parents recently surveyed opted for face-to-face instruction in the fall. He also noted recently signed legislation that requires school districts to offer face-to-face instruction to any student whose parent or guardian requests it. “A lot of decisions this year going into next year have been made for us,” Gill said. “A few weeks ago we did a preliminary survey . . . to provide feedback for us from a planning standpoint to get an idea of how many teachers we would need in the face-to-face environment and how many teachers we would need in the online environment.” Gill described those results as “overwhelming” in support of face-to-face instruction. The initial estimates are providing officials with what is expected to be a close to full return to classroom learning, and all monies dedicated to salaries contained in the budget are allocated to classroom positions. The Online School will be staffed according to the demand for online classes and will be funded with supplemental funds from COVID-19 relief monies. Greif outlined initial return to learn plans for elementary,

middle and high school students. She said differentiation would continue in some elementary math and reading classes “in order to accelerate learning,” and teachers will meet students “where they are” in regards to academic progress to address an expected variety of needs. “Although differentiation does happen within that workshop model, we wanted to reassure our families that acceleration is still something that we believe in for our students . . . and even if the model looks a little different . . . the goal is still to provide each student with the resources and support they need to find their greatest potential.” Increased focus on emotional well-being also is part of the return plan and face-to-face learning will return for physical education, music, art and library. Online students will access synchronous online art, music, physical education and library services in programs that feature interactive options. “Our focus will be on meeting students where they are,” Greif told board members. Middle schoolers will continue on an eight-block schedule with continued focus on emotional well-being and establishing healthy routines.

shop local campaign -- I, and your entire Hanover County Board of Supervisors, want to personally thank our small business community for their investment in Hanover,” said Chairman Sean Davis. Individuals interested in following along with the campaign are encouraged to follow the Hanover County Economic Development Facebook page and the campaign’s corresponding hashtag -- #HereInHanoverVA. By using this hashtag on any posts made to showcase a favorite local business, the community at large can follow

along and find new establishments to visit and explore. To view the Shop Local video and to obtain more information about the campaign, Facebook Giveaway Contest, and marketing kit, visit HanoverVirginia.com. For questions on how businesses can get involved, contact the Hanover County Department of Economic Development at 804-365-6464 or email: econdev@hanovervirginia.com . Information submitted by Angela C. Wright, marketing manager, Hanover County Economic Development.

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10-mile radius of the power station. The Emergency Alert System test is made available through participating radio and television broadcasters, cable systems, satellite radio and television providers, and wireline video providers, and is scheduled to last approximately one minute. Siren and EAS tests take

dents with the very best would prepare them to meet the challenges they will face. Not sure who will be nominated to represent the Cold

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me to tie all the loose ends, to get answers to those final few questions I had. It allowed her to keep performing what she considered her most important role, that of mother. She did that so well her

spirit still remains alive in her children and grandchildren, not only on this Mother’s Day, but every day of the year. And we owe that to one amazing person — our mother.

place at the North Anna Power Station on a quarterly basis. If there were an actual emergency at the power station, residents would hear four separate threeminute activations of the early warning siren system, each separated by a one-minute silent interval. The total elapsed time for actual emergency notification is 15 minutes. During an emergency when sirens sound, residents should listen to local and state officials and local media outlets that

broadcast emergency information for updates and instructions. Emergency guides are mailed to surrounding households and additional information about the siren system, emergency notifications, and safety planning can be found on Dominion Energy’s website. Siren and EAS tests take place near the North Anna Power Station on a quarterly basis on the third Wednesday of February, May, August, and November of 2021.

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HEIZER, Paul “Opie” Edward Sr., 66, of Ashland, died on May 9, 2021, after a short battle with cancer. Opie was born in Roanoke on February 8, 1955, to the late Jean and James W. Heizer Sr. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Cathy Arnold Heizer; children, Paul Jr. (Elizabeth), Brett (Ryan), Meredith Pearson; grandchildren, Lance, Blake, Maddox, Maddie and Nash; mother-inlaw, Frances Arnold; siblings, Jim (Danielle), Beth Pritchard (John “Cubby”) and Mike; sister-in-law, Pam Peyton (Randy); sister-in-law, Janice Heizer; numerous nieces and nephews and countless best friends. Opie attended Cave Spring High School in Roanoke until his junior year, when his family moved to Richmond, and graduated from Hermitage High School. He earned a scholarship to play

football for the Virginia Tech Hokies and later became a Hokie Club member and supporter of the athletic department. Opie’s career on the field extended beyond his playing days where he coached various youth soccer, basketball, baseball and football teams. Starting out as a field mechanic, he went on to become President of Commercial Plastering & Drywall, Inc., and co-founder of Commercial Acoustical Ceilings L.C. He was a member of Glen Allen Masonic Lodge No. 131, The Scottish Rite Temple and previously served in H.E.L.P. Charities. Opie loved golf, gambling, vacationing in the Caribbean and Duck, N.C., but above all, his family. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Connor’s Heroes, P.O. Box 2536, Midlothian, Va. 23113 (connorsheroes.org). Online condolences may be registered at nelsenashland.com. SYKES, Vernon L. III, 84, of Mechanicsville, Va., entered his heavenly home Thursday, May 6, 2021. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Thelma “Sissy” Sykes. Vernon is survived by his cousins; and his dear friends, Susan and Daniel Simpson and

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Tommy and Bonnie Norwood. Vernon was a member of Fairmount Christian Church. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Vernon also loved to fish. The family received friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, May 13, 2021 at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. A graveside service was held at 1 p.m. at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the U & I Sunday School Class at Fairmount Christian Church, P.O. Box 788, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

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“Due to a change in state guidelines, we will now be able to accommodate up to four guests per graduate at our ceremonies at the Meadow Event Park on Friday, June 18, and Saturday, June 19,” he said. “This is an increase from the initial threeguest limit.” The ceremonies will still be livestreamed for those unable to

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ed to coronavirus (COVID19) to help ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the pandemic. The applications will be submitted through a dedicated call center. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time Monday-Friday. The COVID-19 Funeral

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Assistance Line Number is 844684-6333; TTY: 800-462-7585. “We appreciate the partnership with FEMA as the Commonwealth of Virginia continues to assist its residents that have been financially impacted by the pandemic,” said Virginia Department of Emergency Management State Coordinator Curtis Brown. “These Funeral Assistance funds will help ease some of the financial burden incurred from a tragic COVID-19 death.” To be eligible for COVID19 funeral assistance, the policy states: The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien who incurred funeral expenses after Jan. 20, 2020, for a death attributed to COVID-19. If multiple individuals contributed toward funeral expenses, they should apply

under a single application as applicant and co-applicant. FEMA will also consider documentation from other individuals not listed as the applicant and co-applicant who may have incurred funeral expenses as part of the registration for the deceased individual. An applicant may apply for multiple deceased individuals. The COVID-19-related death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories and the District of Columbia. This assistance is limited to a maximum financial amount of $9,000 per funeral and a maximum of $35,500 per application. Funeral assistance is intended to assist with expenses for funeral services and interment or cremation. The applicant responsible

for COVID-19 funeral expenses will need to provide the following information below when they call FEMA to register for assistance. Social Security number for the applicant and the deceased individual. Date of birth for the applicant and the deceased individual. Current mailing address for the applicant. Current telephone number for the applicant. Location or address where the deceased individual passed away. Information about burial or funeral insurance policies. Information about other funeral assistance received, such as donations. CARES Act grants and assistance from voluntary organizations. Routing and account

number of the applicant’s checking or savings account (for direct deposit, if requesting direct deposit as your payment preference). Individuals with COVID19 funeral expenses are encouraged to keep and gather documentation. Types of information should include: An official death certificate that attributes the death directly or indirectly to COVID-19 and shows that the death occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia. Families and/or applicants for funeral assistance who believe a death was due to COVID19, but was not certified as such, should be referred to the person who certified the death. This person is responsible for any amendments. Funeral expenses docu-

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“We are delighted that we will be able to safely accommodate more guests as we make graduation the joyful celebration our seniors truly deserve. Additional details will be shared by your student’s

home school next week,” Gill added. Joining in planning for the Class of 2021 are: Jennifer Greif, assistant superintendent of Instructional Leadership; Dr. Robert Staley, director of Secondary Education; Dr. John

Wheeler, principal, Atlee High School; Kristina Reece, principal, Hanover High School; Charles Stevens, principal, Mechanicsville High School; and Christopher Martinez, principal, Patrick Henry High School.

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Leash law in effect through until June 1 HANOVER COUNTY -- Every year, April 1 through June 30, it is unlawful for dogs anywhere in Hanover County to be running off their property without being leashed. The county’s “leash law” applies throughout the year in the suburban area. Between April 1 and June 30, it is extended to the rural areas as well because the births of vulnerable livestock, such as baby lambs and calves, tend to take place during this period. Wildlife activity and rabies cases also generally increase in the April 1-June 30 time frame. Any dogs caught running off their owner’s property will be impounded. Impoundment fees are $25 for the first violation and an additional $10 for each subsequent violation within a 12-month period including a $5 per day boarding fee. Violations also can result in uniform summons or a written warning being issued. Each instance of a dog belonging to a particular owner running at-large is a separate violation, and an additional penalty will apply regardless of whether or not the same dog is involved. If you see a dog running at large, please call Hanover County Emergency Communications at 804-3656140. Any dangerous animal can be reported by dialing 911 for immediate assistance, 24/7. For more information about Hanover County’s running atlarge laws, call Animal Control at 804-365-6485. Dogs cannot run off of their owner’s property at any time of year without a current county license tag affixed to their collar. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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Jake Dehetre received his BA from the University of Mary Washington during commencement ceremonies on May 9 in Fredericksburg. He was a Political Science major and Sports Management minor. He was a member of the NCAA Division III Cross Country Track & Field Team. Jake is a 2017 graduate of Atlee High School. He is the son of David and Paula Dehetre of Mechanicsville.

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ments (receipts, funeral home contract, etc.) that include the applicant’s name, the deceased person’s name, the amount of funeral expenses, and the dates the funeral expenses happened. Proof of funds received from other sources specifically for use toward funeral costs. FEMA is not able to duplicate benefits received from burial or funeral insurance, financial assistance received from voluntary agencies, government agencies, or other sources. Pre-paid expenses such as the pre-purchase of a plot or other items are not eligible for reimbursement. Inquiries directly related to

obtaining a copy of a death certificate in Virginia or questions about how to request an amendment to a death certificate can call 877-829-4682. For more information about this assistance, visit COVID-19 Funeral Assistance | FEMA.gov. ----VDEM works with local government, state and federal agencies and voluntary organizations to provide resources and expertise through the five mission areas of emergency management; prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery. To learn more about ways VDEM is working to improve disaster preparedness, response and recovery, visit VAemergency.gov.

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Meal distribution Hanover Salutes schedule changes slated virtually ASHLAND -- Patrick McCarty, director of Food Services for Hanover County Public Schools, has announced changes to the curbside meal distribution schedule related to Memorial Day, which is Monday, May 31. The distribution schedule for that time follows: Thursday, May 27: Meals for that day, Friday, May 28, and Monday, May 31. Monday, May 31 (Memorial Day): No distribution. Tuesday, June 1: Meals for that day and Wednesday, June 2. Distribution will occur at

the five distribution sites from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Normal meal distribution will resume on Thursday, June 3. As always, more information, including distribution sites, about curbside meal distribution may be found at http://hcps.us/events/ c_o_v_i_d-19_news/curbside_ meal_distribution. To assist with distribution, go to this volunteer application, https://apps.raptortech.com/ Apply/ODI5OmVuLVVT. Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County public information officer.

Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Graduating seniors in Hanover County Public Schools that are enlisting in the United States military, have received an ROTC Scholarship, or an appointment at a military academy will be honored at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 28, during the 5th Annual Hanover Salutes Program that will be held virtually. Those eligible to participate are encouraged to email

their career counselor as soon as possible to RSVP and fill out a registration form. Hanover Salutes is an opportunity to recognize students making a commitment to serve in the United States Armed Forces after graduation. “Although we are unable to conduct our traditional in-person Hanover Salutes program due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and related health concerns, we see SALUTES, pg. 14

Atlee Alumni Chorus to perform Sunday Staff Report news@mechlocal.com

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MECHANICSVILLE – A free outdoor concert will be performed at 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 23, at the Atlee High School parking lot by the Atlee High School Alumni Choral Concert. Come and join in for an afternoon of beautiful music per-

formed by singers that graduated from Atlee High School between 2002 and 2020, all former students of the choral director, Natan Berenshteyn. These talented entertainers have continued on with musical pursuits throughout college and beyond and will be performing a variety of musical numbers for your enjoyment.

Bring a lawn chair. Social distancing will be observed. Masks are encouraged. Food will be available for purchase. The concert is being presented free of charge. Donations will be greatly appreciated to support the Atlee High School Choral Boosters.

Tomato Month

Favorite fruit to be celebrated in July (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Marcy G. Durrer, recreation program director of Hanover County Parks and Recreation.) As we continue to follow recommended guidance from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) and Commonwealth of Virginia to help prevent the

spread of COVID-19 in our community, specifically as it relates to events and gatherings, Hanover County is proud to announce that the Hanover Tomato will be celebrated during the entire month of July, instead of one single day event. Throughout the month of see TOMATO, pg. 14

Classes of 1970 and ’71 to celebrate 50th reunions Senior food being distributed at Enon Staff Report news@mechlocal.com The Class of 1970 is planning a 50-year reunion on Oct. 16, and will be joining with the 1971 class to celebrate. Due to COVID-19, Sandy Robbins said, “We are celebrating this reunion with the Class of 1971.”

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If you are a 1970 graduate or know of a 1970 graduate, contact Sandy Robbins at 804-221-2974 (sprobbins57@gmail.com) or on Facebook at Lee-Davis Class of 1970. Leave a name, mailing address or email address and a planning committee member will follow up. There also is a Lee-Davis Class of 1970 website you can access.

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Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE -- Enon Church in Studley, in cooperation with FeedMore, is offering a food distribution program for seniors 60 and older.

Income will depend on the number of people in the household. If you are a single person, your income should be under $1,350 per month. If you qualify, you will receive a 35-pound box see ENON, pg. 14

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Clinton Winston, a formerly enslaved man, established his blacksmith shop on Hanover Avenue across from where Ashland Town Hall is now. Customers entered his blacksmith shop through the double doorway in the middle. On the second floor was an undertaker’s facility and Alice Trotter’s beauty salon. On the right side of the shop was the Winston family home.

Ashland Museum scavenger hunt explores history in town Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Kelly Merrill, a member of the Ashland Museum Board of Directors, and her sons, Trey and Timmy, created three scavenger hunts for the Flex Learning Day in April. Copies of all three can be found on the website, ashlandmuseum.org or at the museum at 105 Hanover Ave.

in Ashland. There is a scavenger hunt for inside the Museum, around Ashland, and for information found on the website. Each has 10 questions and covers Civil War material. While geared to sixth-graders, all three can be completed by students in other grades. Do you know the name of the formerly enslaved man who

operated a blacksmith shop on Hanover Avenue near Ashland Town Hall? (The answer can be found in the Museum, in downtown, and online.) Students can still bring a completed scavenger hunt to the museum for a prize. New scavenger hunts will be available for the Flex Learning Days in the 20212022 school year.

Wreaths Across America to honor fallen heroes ASHLAND -- Wreaths Across America and Richmond Harley Davidson will honor our fallen heroes

who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us a free people in a free nation from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 24, at

Richmond Harley Davidson at 12200 Harley Club Drive in Ashland. see WREATHS, pg. 17

Mrs. Frances JacksonJones celebrated her 103rd birthday on April 28. Nana (pronounced Ni-ni), as she is affectionately known, resides in the Brown Grove Community in Ashland. She and her late husband, Deacon Willie R. Jackson Sr. operated the neighborhood store, Jackson’s Grocery, for several years. Nana sang in the Senior Choir and sponsored many programs at Brown Grove Baptist Church. She also was involved in civic and religious-affiliated organizations. Nana worked at the Ashland Shirt Factory until it closed. Saundra R. Watkins said, “She is loved by so many and we are truly blessed to be able to celebrate this 103rd birthday with her.” Lt. James R. Cooper, public information officer of the HCSO, said,”Deputy Ryan Vasconi was honored to participate in her birthday celebration as she is his “Adopted Senior!”

Spaghetti Dinner to be held Saturday Staff Report news@mechlocal.com DOSWELL – The Doswell Ruritan Club will sponsor a Spaghetti Dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 22, at N. Washington Hwy. The meal will include homemade meat or "veggie" sauces, garlic bread, tossed salad, dessert, and beverages. Take-outs are encouraged. The cost is $9 for adults. Proceeds help fund the club’s local scholarship program.

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Note: Limited seating is based on CDC/ VDH guidelines. Social distancing and masks are required unless eating.

Community meetings wrap up this evening ASHLAND -- Town Manager Josh Farrar will host the last of six community meetings at 6:30 p.m. today (May 19) at Town Shop Pavilion (100

W. Vaughan Rd.). “We will discuss town council elections, community health, Carter Park Pool, and any other town topic you

have,” Farrar said. For more information, contact Assistant Town Manager Matt Reynal at 804-798-9219 or mreynal@ashland.va.gov.

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Author-historian to lead walking tour of North Anna Battlefield Staff Report news@mechlocal.com DOSWELL – The Hanover

Foundation Fund Raising Tour will feature author and historian Gordon C. Rhea leading a walking tour of the North

Anna Battlefield from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 23, at 11576 Verdon Rd. in Doswell.

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of canned and dried foods once a month. The food boxes are to be picked up on the third Wednesday of each month between the hours of 11 a.m. and noon at Enon United

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July, a series of events will be held across Hanover County, virtual and in person. These events will have limited atten-

$15 ADULTS • $10 (6 -14 YRS.) 5 yrs. & under: FREE

field, highlighting the important areas and aspects of the engagement. Be prepared for plenty of

walking. The park consists of many miles of trails with steep hills and uneven terrain. Tickets for the fundraiser are: z Tour only -- $25 per person or $20 for Tavern members. z Tour and lunch at the Hanover Tavern -- $35 or $30 for Tavern members. To make a reservation, contact David Deal at 804-5375050, extension 24, or ddeal@ hanovertavern.org.

Methodist Church at 6156 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville. If you are not able to pick up your box you can have a proxy that you give permission to pick the food up for you. There are five openings, and the church will take names on a first come first qualifying

basis for those positions. If more qualifying requests than openings are received, you will be placed on a waiting list until additional opening become available. For more information, call 804-746-7647 and leave a message and your call will be returned.

dance, handled through preregistration, with a variety of activities planned for all ages. Stay connected with Hanover County Parks and Recreation on Facebook (@ hanoverparksrec), Instagram

(@hanovertomatofestival) and online at www.hanovertomatofestival.com and www. hanoverparksrec.com in the coming weeks and months, as more details will be coming soon.

available on the school district’s Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages, “where we will recognize and celebrate all graduating seniors who have made commitments to serve in the United States Armed Forces, will be attending United States Military Academies, or have accepted ROTC scholar-

ships,” Whitley said. “Additionally, we will provide each student with a certificate, unit coin, and copies of the printed program in early June. Thank you for your support of our students making a commitment to serve in the United States Armed Services after graduation,” he added.

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The Tom Enroughty event will be a big car, motorcycle, and truck open show. Trophies will be awarded at 2:30 p.m., with peer judging. Classes are: antique vehicles, muscle cars, race cars, street/hot rods, motorcycles/exotic cycles, trucks, imports, and exotic vehicles. There will be raffles, 50/50, and food trucks. The entry fee at the gate is $15. Those attending mist wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines. For more information, call Richmond Harley Davidson at 804-752-2800 or Tom Enroughty at 804-402-4980 or email enroughty@verizon.net.

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ASHLAND -- The Hanover County Gifted Advisory Committee (GAC) is currently accepting applications for membership for the 2021-2022 school year. Parents of gifted students of all ages, community stakeholders, and gifted students are invited to apply. The Gifted Advisory Committee's purpose is to advise the Hanover County School Board of the educational needs of all

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HANOVER – An armed robbery was reported Wednesday afternoon, May 12, at the 7 Express convenience store located at 11262 Elmont Rd. Lt. James R. Cooper, Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office public information officer, said deputies responded around 2:59 p.m. They determined a male had entered the business, presented a firearm, and demanded cash from the clerk. The suspect is described as a dark skin black male, weighing 150 to 180 pounds, thin build, wearing a black

The suspect then left the business with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect vehicle is a black four-door sedan and was seen fleeing the area traveling south on Elmont Road towards Cobbs Road. Anyone who can identify this individual is asked to contact the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office at 804-3656140 or the Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. Citizens also can download the “P3 Tips” app for their mobile device to submit their tip. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

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Prep baseball: Atlee at Hanover 6:00 p.m.

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Prep softball: Atlee at Hanover 6:00 p.m.

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Sometimes you lose, sometimes you win Patrick Henry, Atlee baseball teams get first victories of season By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, or vice versa. In a county with strong baseball tradition, it is not difficult to see all four Hanover high school baseball teams beat up on one another. So far this season, Hanover and Mechanicsville have been doing most of the beating. Atlee and Patrick Henry had been doing all of the getting beaten. That changed last week when both the Patriots and Raiders each picked up their first victory. Patrick Henry got into the win column first with an 9-4 win over the Mustangs on May 11. The Patriots benefitted from 16 gimmes from the Mechanicsville pitching staff. “Thirteen base on balls and three hit batters – and three hits. That scored nine runs,” said Patrick Henry head baseball coach Sam Hart. “That helped us out. We had some good at-bats. We had a lot of traffic through the bases by being selective in the (strike) zone.” While the platoon of Mechanicsville pitchers struggled – only two of the five, starter Brett Allen and closer Cole Nicely, kept the Patriots they faced from reaching home – Patrick Henry’s two pitchers, starter Eoin Rossman and

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Left, Atlee first baseman Aaron McKeever gets the bat around for a two-run double in the Raiders’ 10-0 shutout over host Patrick Henry Friday for Atlee’s first win of the season. Above, Atlee center fielder Miguel Montoya scores on McKeever’s double.

close Patrick Brizendine – both turned in strong performances. Rossman gave up three hits and two runs – one unearned – and struck out eight in five innings to earn the win. Brizendine gave up three hits and two runs with three strikeouts in two innings of relief to

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earn the save. “Eoin Rossman pitched a great ball game for us and hit a three-run home run for us there at the end,” Hart said. “The sophomore Patrick Brizendine came in and got the last six outs for us.” The COVID-19 pandem-

ic has contributed to Patrick Henry’s diamond woes this year. Most of its players were due to get their first varsity experience last year, but the season was cancelled. All but one of the Patriot players – including a large number of seniors – are essentially playing their

rookie season now. “We have a lot of seniors, but they’ve never played varsity baseball,” Hart said. “We have one person out of 16 that’s played varsity baseball at Patrick Henry, and that was Eoin. He led us on the mound and led us with the home run (on May 11)

– in fact, he had two hits that night. He’s been a good leader for us, a quiet leader.” Rossman did what he could against Atlee Friday, but the pitching bugs that gave the Patriots a boost against Mechanicsville bit them against the Raiders. “We took a lot of bases on balls Tuesday night and gave a lot tonight,” Hart said. Patrick Henry gave up 10 walks on the night. Brizendine started the game, but fortune was not on his side. Brizendine pitched a scoreless first inning. see SOMETIMES, pg. 4

Patriots win pitch(ed) battle with Raiders Both teams get physical in P. Henry’s 2-nil victory By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – For much of the 80 minutes on Patrick Henry’s pitch, Atlee and the Patriots battled themselves to a standstill. It was a pitched battle, too, with plenty of contact – pushing, pulling, aggressive tackles – and also with plenty of pleading to referees for sympathetic calls. Each team got its share of calls, and resultant penalty kicks and yellow cards. But only one of the teams got what it needed most: goals. The Patriots defeated their visitors 2-0. Thirty-six minutes in, Patrick Henry’s Will Werner got the only goal the Patriots really needed. “It was a beautiful goal,” said Patrick Henry head coach Chuck Altizer. “High ball, came down to his feet, and one-time cracked it. We work on in practice and he took it to the game today. It was a great goal for him, good feeling for him. I was very proud of that.” The Patriot fans were as well. The cheer from the stands could be heard with ease near Patrick Henry’s baseball and softball diamonds. The significance of getting the first goal did not escape anyone. “Last time out – we played [Atlee] Monday – we didn’t get back to get the lead. When you mistakes and we did that a cou- Patriots could be more assured that first goal,” Altizer said. “We fall behind, teenagers are going ple of times.” as they walked back on the had to rally. We had to rally to press. They’re going to make With Werner’s goal, the pitch for the second half.

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Above, Patrick Henry’s Alejandro Tuarz-Delcon (1) turns the ball away from the Patriot goal in Patrick Henry’s 2-nil shutout of visiting Atlee Friday night. Left, Raider Will Apostolides (14) uses his head to put Atlee in attack mode.

We got that early [goal] and were able to relax and play a good second half,” Altizer said. The Patriots did not have to wait until late in the second half for an insurance goal. Greg Cover put the ball in the corner of the Raider net in the 57th minute to make it 2-0. “Again, it’s things we work on in practice: one-twos, be quick, be smart, relax in the final third. We did that,” Altizer said. “We played a beautiful one-two between [Cofer] and my wing, Julio Osorio. Both of them are dangerous strikers and they turned the defense

around one-two and [Cofer] was able to find some space and punch in a goal. “Greg is one of our top scorers and whenever he can get a chance to put a foot on the ball, we’ll take it in the box in that situation.” Cofer had to thread the ball through a crowd of Atlee defenders. “He’s got that capability,” Altizer said. “Sometimes you want to shoot in crowds because you deflections. We teach that, ‘Get that shot on!’ We tell the rest of the guys to stay on their toes in case the ball comes back around – maybe we get a second shot. Especially within shooting range, about 20 yards, we want our guys shooting the ball. Anybody who’s on that field in that situation, they’re all capable of putting the ball in the net.” Cofer’s goal all but sealed the coffin for the Raiders, but they were not inclined to fold. They pressed aggressive attacks throughout. Neither team held an obvious advantage in terms of possession time. But Patrick Henry’s stubborn defense, anchored by goalkeeper Austin Anderson, kept the ball out of the Patriot net. Patrick Henry improved to 2-1-1 with the win. “We talked about it today,” Altizer said. “We felt like we played really well in the loss and the tie and didn’t get the result we wanted. But one of the things we talked about today, the reason for that, is that we didn’t take care of the little things in those games. Today I thought we did a better job of mentally focusing and taking advantage of the little things and that helped us out here.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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Pastore packs a powerful RBI punch Joel Klein for The Local

Hanover first baseman Bella Pastore (10) delivers a one-out, RBI single to give the Hawks a 4-0 lead over host Mechanicsville during their six-run second inning Thursday night. Hanover expanded its lead en route to a 10-2 victory. The Hawks were led by Lillian Parrish, who went 2-for-3 with a double, three RBIs and a run scored. Julia Mardigian went 2-for2 with two runs scored, and Alyssa Broaddus and Julia Cuozzo also doubled for Hanover. The Hawks began their week on May 10 with a 1-0 win over Atlee. Atlee rebounded Thursday with a 10-1 win over Patrick Henry. The Patriots began their week on May 10 with an 11-2 win over the Mustangs.

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His second inning began with the first batter he faced reaching on an error. Were it not for that error, Brizendine might have pitched a scoreless second inning, too. All four of the runs he gave up that inning came across after two outs. Brizendine finished the inning with a strikeout to his counterpart, Atlee starting pitcher Mike Joyce. While the Patriot pitchers struggled, Joyce pitched a gem for the Raiders, giving up two hits, two walks and no runs in a complete-game five innings of work. Friday’s win was a nice turnaround for Atlee after a frustrating 19-7 loss to Hanover on May 11. “We had a good week of practice after the debacle against Hanover,” said Atlee

head coach John Corbin. “The kids responded well. They’re starting to stick to the game plan and execute when they’re called upon.” Corbin also praised his defense and offense, beginning with Joyce’s performance on the mound. “We played solid defense. Mike Joyce on the mound got it done, got ahead of a lot of hitters,” Corbin said. “We had some timely hits, finally, that went our way. So all around, it’s be best game we’ve played all year.” Bronson Davis led the Raiders at the plate, going 2-for3 with a double, four RBIs and two runs scored. Gavin Bralley went 2-for-3 with a double, RBI and two runs scored. Aaron McKeever chipped in a tworun double, and Joyce added a double of his own. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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Scrambling for the ball

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Left, Mechanicsville’s Ella Warren and Hanover’s Tatum Zyglocke battle for ball in the Hawks’ 15-7 victory over the host Mustangs Thursday night. Above, Hanover’s Katie Hernandez keeps the ball awah from Mustangs Sophie White and Claire Hayden.

Planning ahead: Ashland Train Day rescheduled for Spring 2022 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Downtown Ashland Association announces the next Ashland Train Day will be held on April 30, 2022. The beloved street festival and celebration of trains will become a spring event, to be hosted the last weekend in April annually.

“We look forward to continuing Ashland Train Day’s long history of family-friendly fun in Downtown Ashland,” said Executive Director Maggie Longest. “By moving the event away from the busy holiday season and into the spring, we hope even more families and train lovers will come to Ashland and join the celebration.”

In 2019, the 17th annual celebration of Ashland’s love for trains drew more than 10,000 participants. The celebration included 17 model train displays, two kiddie train rides, a touch-a-truck area, arts and crafts, local foods, and live music. Mark your calendar for the 18th Ashland Train Day on

April 30, 2022! Event updates for railfans of all ages will be published on the website, ashlandvirginia.com, and social media channels, Facebook and Instagram. Join the fun! Volunteers are needed to help with event planning. Please visit ashlandvirginia. com/volunteer.

Sponsoring Ashland Train Day supports a vibrant Downtown Ashland. Business sponsors benefit from highprofile media coverage before and during the event with thousands of visitors, residents, and community leaders. Learn more at ashlandvirginia. com/giving. -----

Downtown Ashland Association is a community 501(c)(3) nonprofit working for a vibrant future in our historic downtown. We enhance and promote Downtown Ashland as the center of our community by cultivating local businesses, celebrating historic character, and forging community partnerships.

2021 drinking water testing clinic scheduled; pre-registration de by June 9 ASHLAND -- What’s in your water? Did you know that private water supplies like wells and springs are unregulated? It is therefore the responsibility of the homeowner to regularly test water quality, maintain the water system, and address any problems. Affordable, confidential water testing and education will be offered through Virginia Cooperative Extension offices in Hanover County. This year kits also can be picked up on

Monday or Tuesday, June 14 or 15, at the Hanover Extension office at 13015 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Pick-up times on Monday are extended until 7 p.m. Physical distancing and current COVID-19 guidelines will be followed for all events. On Wednesday, June 16, you will drop off your samples from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Hanover Virginia Cooperative Extension Office at 13015

Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland. Participation is voluntary and confidential. Water samples collected by participating homeowners will be analyzed for 14 parameters, including bacteria, metals, nitrate and hardness at a cost of $60. Results and water system care and maintenance information will be shared at an information meeting. All information is kept strictly confidential and results are reported only to the homeowner.

Register at: https://tinyurl.com/2021-VCEHanover-VAHWQP or contact Missy Johnson at mcjohnson@vt.edu or 804-752-4310. To ensure a kit, pre-register by Tuesday, June 9. For more information about the Virginia Household Water Quality Program, as well as many resources relevant to private water systems, visit www.wellwater.bse.vt.edu. Information submitted by Laura Maxey-Nay, Hanover County Extension Office.

MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES EVANGELICAL FRIENDS Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk. 804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sun. 10:30AM Sunday School @ 9:15AM

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Services Visit fairmountchristian.org for details. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Seth Wortman, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Ryan Card, Associate Worship Minister; Davis Ellenberger, Youth Minister; Ashley Sears, Children’s Director Gethsemane Church of Christ 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike Sunday AM Worship Services (Check website for times) 804-779-2044 Bill Wines, Senior Minister www.gethsemanechristians.org

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Hanover Baptist Church (3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall). Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club. Family oriented & God-centered. Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior. 798-7190 www.hbcva.org

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

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

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

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

PRESBYTERIAN Fairfield Presbyterian Church 6930 Cold Harbor Rd., 23111 8:45 & 11:00am services www.fairfieldpcusa.org

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Meadowbridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7400 Antique Lane Mech., Saturday Services: Sabbath School, 9:45 am. Worship Service, 11 am. Wednesday evening Prayer Meeting, 6:30pm. Church phone: 746-2788 meadowbridgesda.org meadowbridgesdachurch@gmai l.com

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

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

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 804-779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org 1 Church in 2 Locations Worshipping on Sundays Live Indoors, Drive-In Style & on Facebook! 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville, 23116 Phil Peacock, Pastor 9 a.m. 3407 King William Rd. Aylett, 23009 Jeff Poythress, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Making each one a witness!

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

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

UNITED METHODIST Lebanon United Methodist Church 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980 R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Facebook Live; 9:30 am each Sunday www.facebook.com/LebUMC JOIN US ONLINE www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road 746-5118 Reverend Amy Dunn, pastor 10 am in person worship or Facebook live @MechUMC Childrens and Youth Programs Cub Scouts Pack 517 www.mechumc.org 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

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

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Ashland Strawberry Faire offers 10 scholarships this year Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Every year, the Ashland Strawberry Faire offers 10 scholarships to Hanover County Public Schools students and one Randolph-Macon College student. The Faire committee is proud to have distributed

$6,000 in scholarship funds last year, despite not holding the Faire. This was made possible due to the generous donations from vendors, sponsors, and the Faire committee itself. “We have canceled the Faire for the second time due to the pandemic, but we are determined to provide scholarships to Hanover County Public

High Schools and RandolphMacon College again,” Sharon Chidsey, board president, said. Since the Faire committee cannot tap into general funds, the group is trying to raise money the old-fashioned way. The Faire is hosting a variety of family-friendly activities such as a walking competition, coloring contest, restau-

rant competition, strawberry sales, raffle and a celebration on June 12.

picked up from 12 to 4 p.m. on May 29 at Carter Park Pool in Ashland. Winners in various categories will receive prizes.

Berry Walk Flat Stella Contest The Berry Walk is a walking competition for all ages. Each participant will receive an Ashland Strawberry Faire t-shirt. Walking packets may be

Remember the “Flat Stanley” Contest? Flat Stanley is a traveling contest where kids decorate a pre-drawn figure (Stanley), and take him

on fun adventures, snapping a picture with him on their travels. The Faire’s version is “Flat Stella!” Grab a copy of Flat Stella from any Hanover County library (or download her from the Faire’s website), decorate her with color and designs, and take her on journeys between now and June 11. see FAIRE, pg. 24

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE SECONDARY SIX-YEAR PLAN (FY 22-27) AND CONSTRUCTION BUDGET (FY 22) The Hanover County Board of Supervisors and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), in accordance with Section 33.2-331 of the Code of Virginia, will conduct a joint public hearing on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room in the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia. The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public comment on the proposed FY 22-27 Secondary Six-Year Plan (SSYP) and FY 22 Secondary Construction Budget (Budget) for Hanover County. A copy of the proposed SSYP and Budget may be reviewed at the office of the County Administrator, Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia any regular work day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. All projects in the SSYP that are eligible for federal funds will be included in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which documents how Virginia will obligate federal transportation funds. All persons wishing to comment on the SSYP and Budget should appear at the stated time. Persons requiring special assistance to attend and participate in this hearing should call (804) 365-6176. ______________________________________ John A. Budesky, County Administrator

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HANOVER COUNTY 2021 REAL ESTATE TAX NOTICE FIRST HALF Due June 7, 2021 Notice is herewith given that all first half 2021 Hanover County real estate taxes are due and payable on or before June 7, 2021. Anyone owning property who has not received a bill and whose real estate taxes are not processed by their Mortgage Company may go on-line to https://taxes.hanovercounty.gov to pay, review and/ or print their bill(s), or may call the Hanover County Treasurer’s Office at 804-365-6050 or 804-730-6050. Failure to receive a bill does not relieve the owner of penalty and interest if payment is not made by the due date. Tax bills are sent to owners of record on January 1, 2021; therefore, if property was conveyed by you in 2021, you should forward the bill to the new owner. If you purchased a parcel during 2021, contact the Treasurer’s office to have a copy of the tax bill forwarded to you. If you are 65 years old or over, or are permanently disabled, you may qualify for real estate Tax Relief. There are very specific criteria which must be met, including residing on the property for which you are applying. You must apply for tax relief each year between January 1 and March 1 with the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office. For questions, phone 804-365-6128 or 804-730-6128. M. Scott Miller, Treasurer Hanover County

PUBLIC NOTICE HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors and the Economic Development Authority will hold a special joint work session on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Hanover Golf Club, 14314 Country Club Drive, Ashland, Virginia 23005. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss economic development projects and the Hanover County Strategic Plan. This is an open meeting and all interested parties are welcome to attend. Attendance may be limited due to space limitations and the number of participants at any given time. Individuals who are interested in attending the meeting should contact the County Administrator’s Office at (804) 365-6005 so that proper accommodations may be made.

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FAIRE Continued from pg. 22

Snap pictures of Flat Stella on your journeys and post on social media with #FlatStella. There will be prizes for all participants, as well as prizes for various categories like “most creative” and “farthest traveled.” Winners will be announced at the Celebration on June 12 at the Carter Park Pavilion between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The Faire is looking for the BEST Strawberry Drinks and Desserts sold in Hanover County restaurants! The deadline for restaurants to sign up online at Ashlandstrawberryfaire.com wasa May 17 to enter a spe-

cialty beverage and/or dessert to be sold between June 1-11. The Faire will showcase the participating restaurants at the Kick-Off on May 29 and take care of publicizing the competition. Customers can vote online between June 1-11 for their favorites; $1 per vote. The restaurant(s) with the most votes wins the coveted distinction of offering the Best Strawberry Drink and/or Best Strawberry Dessert in Hanover County. Winners will be announced at the Celebration on June 12 at Carter Park Pavilion between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Strawberries! Strawberries can be pre-

ordered online from May 3-29. Strawberries are available by the bucket ($15) or pint ($3). The last day, May 29, the committee will be at Carter Park Pool in Ashland to take pre-orders. May 29 also is the Opening Day for the pool! Strawberry pick-up is at the Celebration on June 12 at Carter Park picnic pavilion between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Celebration on June 12 The winners for the restaurant competition, Berry Walk and Flat Stella will be announced at the Celebration on June 12 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Grab lunch TO-GO at PJ’s Kiwanis Grill at Carter Park picnic pavilion in Ashland. Lunch is free – until the food runs out! On the menu is “Lloyd’s Butcher Blend” beef burgers, specialty hot dogs, chips, and soda. Donations to the Scholarship Drive are appreciated. Thanks to Ashland Meat Company and the Ashland Kiwanis Club for partnering with the Strawberry Faire for this awesome opportunity! The Faire committee also will be raffling a basket of goodies and selling Faire swag at the Celebration.

Donations to the Scholarship Drive

Folks who simply want to donate directly to the Scholarship Drive may do so online at Ashlandstrawberryfaire.com or mail a check to: Ashland Strawberry Faire Inc., P.O. Box 1973, Ashland, VA 23005. The Ashland Strawberry Faire Inc. and the Ashland Kiwanis Club are non-profit 501(c)3 organizations. Officers of the Ashland Strawberry Faire Inc. are: Sharon Chidsey, president; Bob Flanagan, vice president; Dani Stockwell, treasurer; and Suzanne DuBose, secretary. Directors are: Kevin Damian, Bill Gatewood, P.J. Edmonds, Betty LaPlace, Judith McKinney, Leon Stockwell and Dan DiCandilo.

Solid waste facilities, offices and libraries closed May 31 HANOVER -- Hanover County government offices, solid waste convenience centers and branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library will be closed on Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer. Delivery issuses? Call Michelle Wall at 804-775-2711 or email mwall@timesdispatch.com

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing concerning quitclaim of the County’s interest in a 30’ strip of land designated as a future roadway on GPIN 7844-56-1877, located within Beaverdam Magisterial District in Hanover County, Virginia. All persons desiring to be heard on the above may appear at the above time and place. A plat of the subject real estate is available for inspection in the County Administrator’s Office, County Administration Building, during the regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 6:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the Board’s consideration of the administrative agenda permits, in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: SE2021-00011, PATRICIA M. AND ADDISON B. LEWIS Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.17.b of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a manufactured home in a medical hardship case on GPIN 8716-80-7476, consisting of approximately 5.0 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Lee Davis Road (private road) approximately 0.54 miles north of its intersection with Pole Green Road (State Route 627). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry REZ2021-00004, URSULA AND CLARENCE T. HUNTER, SR. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 8726-14-1254, consisting of approximately 7.53 acres, and located on the east line of Rural Point Road (State Route 643) approximately 350 feet south of its intersection with Springhill Road (State Route 787). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one additional building lot for a family member for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 3.77 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry CUP2021-00001, WON BUDDHISM OF RICHMOND Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-20.21 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a place of worship on GPIN 8735-15-1153, consisting of approximately 5.84 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Walnut Grove Road (State Route 615) at its intersection with Old Calvary Drive (State Route 1630). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3.0 dwelling units per acre). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry SE2021-00008, LIFE CHURCH Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-338 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a sign larger than permitted on GPIN 8705-56-5950, consisting of approximately 9.26 acres, zoned R-1, Single-Family Residential District, and located on the east line of Atlee Road (State Route 638) approximately 575 feet south of its intersection with Marc Gregory Court (State Route 1459). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy SE2021-00009, HATTORF PROPERTIES, L.L.C. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.11 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a private garage for more than four (4) vehicles on GPIN 8725-07-3709, consisting of approximately 3.0 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Pole Green Road (State Route 627) at its intersection with Janice Avenue (private road). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry SE2021-00010, CHRISTINA M. AND JOSHUA D. MILLS Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.24 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a fence taller than permitted in the front yard on GPIN 7749-38-3694, consisting of approximately 11.43 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33) approximately 1,000 feet north of its intersection with Stone Horse Creek Road (State Route 670). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna SE2021-00012, BRIAN AND EMILY FRASER Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with approved Ordinance No. 00-10, which permits accessory family housing units with a Special Exception Permit in the AR-2 District, on GPIN 8717-57-9968, consisting of approximately 3.44 acres, zoned AR-2, Agricultural Residential District (repealed zoning district), and located on the south line of Rotherham Drive (State Route 1790) approximately 500 feet east of its intersection with Georgetown Road (State Route 651). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry SE2021-00013, NETWORK TOWERS II, L.L.C. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-142.3(a) of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a telecommunications tower and related facilities, located within the “FAA Part 77 Area” that exceeds 50 feet in height but does not exceed 140 feet in height on GPIN 7797-27-8673, consisting of approximately 6.79 acres, zoned OS(c), Office/Service District with conditions, and located at the terminus of Atlee Commerce Boulevard (State Route 1383) approximately 1,750 feet southeast of its intersection with Sliding Hill Road (State Route 656). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Ashland CUP2020-00003, GRANDMA MITCHELL’S PLACE, L.L.C. Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-174.1 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a recreational vehicle campground on GPINs 7884-10-0166 and 7884-10-6499 (part), consisting of approximately 13.5 acres, zoned B-3, General Business District (pending concurrent rezoning request, REZ2020-00019, to M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions), and M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, and located in the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Verdon Road (State Route 684) and Washington Highway (U.S. Route 1). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam REZ2020-00019, GRANDMA MITCHELL’S PLACE, L.L.C. Request(s) an amendment to the proffers approved with rezoning request C-7-00(c), Emma Lee Davenport, and request to rezone from B-3, General Business District, and M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, to M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, on GPINs 7884-10-0166 and 7884-10-6499(part), consisting of approximately 13.5 acres, and located in the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Verdon Road (State Route 684) and Washington Highway (U.S. Route 1). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial. This amendment would permit the development of a recreational vehicle campground. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam REZ2021-00001, CHICKAHOMINY FALLS ASSOCIATION, INC. Request(s) to amend the approved proffers for C-28-15(c), Am. 1-17, C Falls II, L.L.C., et al., zoned RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 7787-06-8189(part) and located on the south line of Cedar Lane (State Route 623) at its intersection with Holly Hill Road (State Route 713). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3 dwelling units per acre). The proposed proffer amendment would extend the required completion date for construction of the clubhouse and pool. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2020-00024, ROXANNE S. AND LAZARO G. PERDOMO, ET AL. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to RS(c), Single Family Residential District with conditions, and M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, on GPINs 7787-39-1265, 7788-40-0089, 7788-40-1355, 7788-40-0566, and 7788-40-0850, consisting of approximately 35.65 acres, and located on the north line of Old Keeton Road (State Route 719) at its intersection with Washington Highway (U.S. Route 1). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3 Dwelling Units Per Acre) and Business-Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 64 single-family lots for a gross density of 2.0 dwelling units per acre on 32.03 acres. Various light industrial uses would be permitted on the remaining 3.62-acre portion of the property that fronts on U.S. Route 1. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. For information on special meeting procedures regarding COVID-19, please contact the Planning Office or you may also go to https://www.hanovercounty.gov/697/Board-of-Supervisors-Upcoming-and-Archiv for more information.

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“Hanover has been very lucky to see its fair share of large project announcements over the last 48 months, but our number one priority remains our small businesses,” Thomas said in an interview last week. “They are truly the backbone of our local economy.” While other localities have suffered enormous setbacks due to the economic impacts of the pandemic, Hanover County is emerging in solid shape. Thomas said that’s because of the nature of the Hanover business community. “Over the last several years pre-COVID, we had seen exorbitant growth in our small business community,” he said. “We have a blue collar mentality here in Hanover and that has served us well and to some degree help insulate through the pandemic. That doesn’t mean certain industry sectors are still not struggling and we recognize that.” And that’s where the shop

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Two elective choices will be available for middle school students during the 2021-2022 session, and full blocks of health and physical education will be offered. Expectations of the plan are directly correlated to the changing nature of regulations, and Greif said staff will continue to monitor those developments and adjust the plan accordingly. The superintendent said he hoped the presentation provided some answers for parents and student regarding next year and the default for next year will be face-to-face, meaning parents do not have to opt in. Parents who prefer online will need to submit requests. Board members also heard

local program enters the picture, but it’s not the first time emphasis has been placed on the importance of spending local dollars at community businesses. “Shop local campaigns in general are not something new to Hanover but we wanted to develop an interactive marketing blitz that would be fun and reflect the diversity of our business community,” Thomas said. An important element of the new campaign is a short video that spotlights local businesses. “Our department developed a video to highlight close to 20 small businesses in Hanover County and the Town of Ashland,” Thomas said. The video, coupled with a variety of marketing materials, is designed to better connect the local community with the businesses that serve it. “We want to tell the story of ‘why’ it is important to spend your tax dollars locally and how that comes back to our community. We have devel-

oped marketing materials which include window clings and posters that can be customized along with the video on our website at hanovervirginia.com.” The program is interactive and allows residents to go on the site and tout their favorite local establishment. “Over the next three weeks we will be encouraging people to post pictures of their favorite local establishments and watering holes while tagging at least three of their friends on our Facebook page with the hashtag #HereInHanoverVA to register for our giveaways, which will also come from local businesses,” Thomas said. Thomas said the new campaign emphasizes the importance of local dollars to the economy, and how local residents can support the growing business community in Hanover. “For every dollar spent at a local business on average, 64 cents of that comes back to the community through both direct and indirect investment.

We call that trickle-down economics and it is very powerful,” he said. “Not only do those dollars go to support the businesses themselves but also equally important is the services those taxes help provide for our schools, sheriff ’s department, fire and EMS along with social services,” Thomas added. The Shop Local campaign is another step in the effort to return to normalcy after a period of economic uncertainty caused by the COVID pandemic. Thomas said his effort pivoted to assist local businesses as soon as the crisis hit, and those efforts are ongoing. “During the pandemic our department, in conjunction with strong support from the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, moved quickly to develop a resiliency grant program that was able to help close to 70 small businesses hardest hit by the epidemic,” Thomas said. The assistance didn’t end there. “We also developed a hir-

ing application that connected local Hanover and Ashlandbased employers who were hiring to those seeking employment,” Thomas said. “We also partnered with the Town of Ashland and the Hanover Chamber of Commerce to distribute over 250 PPE (personal protective equipment) kits to our existing businesses. All these efforts were well received but the work doesn’t stop there. As we come out of the pandemic we are once again looking for new ways to help our business community.” Thomas is excited about the new initiative and expects a good response from the community. He said one goal of the program is “to help educate people on the importance and impact they have on our community when they spend their hard earn paycheck locally.” He also said the new program should “help drive traffic to our small businesses, which are the ones who have been most affected over the last year.” He knows the effort will

require a group response from Hanover residents and feels certain they will answer the call. “We cannot do this on our own! We ask the community to get involved, have some fun and go out and shop local! For those interested in additional marketing materials that cannot be printed on our website at hanovervirginia.com, please reach out to Jessica Hartness, our business manager for window clings and posters,” he said. Thomas credited his staff with a tremendous amount of time and dedication to this project, but also included extended appreciation to the team that made the project work. “These initiatives are not possible without a tremendous amount of team work and I want to personally thank the board of supervisors, Town of Ashland, Hanover County Chamber of Commerce, the small business community, and our citizens for their support!”

the first equity report, the result of a request from the panel to compile a comprehensive view of equity in HCPS requested last year. Dr. Brian Maltby, discipline review officer, and Patrick Henry High School mathematics teacher Dr. Megan Greenbaum headed the study that compiled data from a variety of sources to provide important statistics and trends. The school board tasked school administrators with preparing an annual report that focused on equitable opportunities, student achievement, discipline outcomes human resources, and resource allocation. Data revealed that 76% of Hanover students are white, while 9.5% are African American and 6.2% are Asian American. That data revealed

an inequity in discipline outcomes specifically regarding short-term suspensions, in that Black students accounted for more than 20% of those disciplinary actions. The study concluded the number of economically disadvantaged students in Hanover continues to increase, but most students felt safe in county schools. Gifted programs throughout the county also are disproportionally accessed by white students and 84% of advanced diplomas were earned by that group. Equity and other issues also were apparently on the mind of a group of citizens who rallied prior to last week’s meeting in the parking lot of the Central Office. A group calling itself Hanover Patriots announced the rally as an opportunity to

“Free Our Schools . . . from critical race theory (equity), masks, indoctrination, COVID-19 tyranny, AntiAmerican Marxist agenda”. Several of those participants spoke during the public comment period and expressed objections to the county’s policy that requires students to wear masks, a proposed Virginia Department of Education mathematics initiative that some speakers equated to a dumbing down of math selections, and the teaching of critical race theory in Hanover classrooms. Regarding the definition of equity, Gill said, “If you ask 10 people, most likely you are going to get 10 different definitions. It is a word that has come to mean many things to many people. My hunch is that when you (the school board) adopted the equity policy it had a different meaning in

your mind than perhaps has been portrayed by others.” Gill clarified the meaning of equity from an operational standpoint. “The definition is simply to provide every student with the resources and materials so that each child can maximize his or her success. “It is not to limit the abilities or opportunities of one in favor of another. Rather, as a rising tide lifts all ships, so too do we have the responsibility to lift and maximize the potential of every child,” Gill said. Chairman John Axselle reminded the speakers that both the mask wearing regulations and the Virginia Pathways mathematics initiative were state issues and were not under the schools board’s purview. Gill said the system will follow state law requiring masks, but said those guidelines are constantly changing. “As it per-

tains to masks, frankly, we don’t know what it will say in regards to masks in September.” The board is planning action on the return to learn plan at its June meeting, but Gill said there could be more changes and updates would be provided through the upcoming weeks. In other matters, the superintendent was the subject of a bad news/good news set of motions and approvals from the board in an item added to the action agenda for last week’s meeting. Following a closed session evaluation of the superintendent who is serving in his sixth year at HCPS, the board rescinded the final two years of his current contract . . . and replaced it with a new fouryear agreement that extends his tenure until 2025. Financial terms of the new arrangement were not available.

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