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Masks required in Hanover schools per governor’s order Before order, School Board voted against requiring masks By Jim Ridolphi The Mechanicsville Local ate last week, Virginia Health Commissioner Dr. Norman Oliver issued a statewide Public Health Order requiring all students aged 2 and older to be masked when inside all public schools in the state. “This Public Health Order makes it very clear that masks are required in all indoor K-12 settings, and Virginia expects all schools to comply,” Governor Ralph Northam said in a statement issued shortly after the Order was released. The mandate includes all Hanover students, staff and visitors and requires mask wearing in all county schools when classes begin in September. But two days earlier, it appeared that no mask mandate would be instituted in Hanover schools when the Hanover County School Board rejected a recommendation by Superintendent Michael Gill that would have required masks in all county elementary schools, and mandate mask wearing for unvaccinated secondary students.

County Administrator John Budesky explains plans for a new library/community center in Beaverdam last week. Once a site is agreed upon, the facility could be completed in 18 to 24 months. Jim Ridolphi / The Local

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An enthusiastic, and sometimes disruptive, audience at last week’s School Board meeting made sure their voices were heard regarding a policy that would have mandated masks for most students. More than a dozen speakers spoke in opposition to the policy recommendation, and School Board members voted 4-3 to allow parents to choose if their children would wear masks when school opens this fall.

In a 4-3 vote, the board instead passed a no mask policy for teachers and staff, leaving all decisions associated with mitigation efforts with parents. For the first time in recent memory, board members were forced to pause the meeting and exit the meeting room as a

disruptive group of anti-mask residents shouted and berated them following Gill’s recommendation. Convinced that Gill’s recommendation was a done deal, the group stood and shouted at board members eventually forcing the group’s exit. Additional

sheriff ’s deputies were called and positioned themselves in a hall adjacent to the board room. One group member reminded the protesters they were reacting prematurely by voicing their opinions on what see MASKS, pg. 8

By Jim Ridolphi The Mechanicsville Local Hanover officials are taking the first steps to begin a project that has long been anticipated in the Beaverdam area. A new library and community center are planned for the area, and, last week, officials began gathering input from citizens regarding location and plans for the new facility.

The county conducted three informational sessions earlier this month at the Montpelier Center for Arts and Education to provide preliminary plans and location options for discussion as citizens listened and later asked questions regarding the project. “The board has considered this project for many years and now they have not only verbally committed to the project, but they have funded it,” County Administrator David see MONTPELIER, pg. 4

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he Forest Lake Hills Civic Association recently held its first Canoe/Kayak Race at the lake in the subdivision. Organizers are hoping the race will become an annual event for the community. Results for the June 5 race included winners in four classes with 24 entrants. In the Solo Canoe division, Karl Dietz won first place and Chris Kenney claimed second. Jacob Kenney and Justin Bayless finished first in the Tandem Canoe division, while Weedon and Maxwell Cloe placed second. Steve Sheldon, Sr. and Steve Sheldon, Jr. finished third. Clay and Cooper Schools teamed up to claim first place in the Parent/Child canoe division, and Brandi and

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Bryce Fan finished second. Kayak Division winners included Jake Schools in first place, Rob Connon in second and Clay Schools in third place. Winners were awarded medallions at a ceremony that followed the competition.

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Hanover County and its partners join in holding big birthday celebration Hanover County turned 300 in 2020, but due to COVID is celebrating this year with its historical partners, including Hanover Tavern and Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown. On Saturday, Aug. 28, the County will open its new Hanover Museum of History and Culture on the lawn of the historic Hanover Courthouse. The Board of Supervisors will cut the ribbon in an official ceremony beginning at 9:30 a.m. The Hanover Museum of History &

Culture will include a community welcome center and four changing exhibit galleries. Hanover has the honor of being the first museum in Virginia to exhibit the Smithsonian Institution’s traveling Museum on Main Street Crossroads: Change in Rural America. The Smithsonian Exhibit is brought to Hanover County in partnership with the Ashland Museum. The Aug. 28 event is not limited to the ribbon cutting and opening of the

Museum. Called “Make History with Us,” the free event will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will include activities for the entire family, special guests, vendors, artisans, live music and gifts for the first 500 families in attendance. Colonial reenactors will join the celebration and present performances of Patrick Henry’s “The Parsons’ Cause” at 11a.m. and noon. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

State Health Department reports uptick in COVID-19 outbreaks at childcare facilities and summer camps

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Contributed Report The Mechanicsville Local The Virginia Department of Health’s (VDH) Central Region is reporting an increase in COVID-19 outbreaks in childcare facilities and summer camps as the Delta variant becomes more prevalent in the area. The agency is warning parents and guardians that they need to be vigilant in taking mitigation measures to protect their children from contracting and spreading COVID-19. The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry requires that staff in childcare settings wear masks, regardless of vaccination status. The Central Region, which includes the Richmond, Henrico, Chickahominy, Chesterfield, Crater, Southside, and Piedmont health districts, has seen a dramatic surge in COVID-19 cases and an increase in the number of outbreaks at childcare facilities and summer camps. Since July 1, in the Central Region, ten COVID-19 outbreaks in summer camps and ten outbreaks in childcare/ preschool facilities have been reported to the VDH. Ninety-five percent of those cases were unvaccinated. During the same period in 2020, one outbreak each in a summer camp and a childcare/preschool facility were reported. However, many of these outbreaks include cases in children and adults who are now vaccine eligible. In fact,

since July 1, 40% of those unvaccinated cases in childcare facilities and summer camps were eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. “The Delta variant spreads more than twice as easily as previous variants,” said Dr. Caroline Holsinger, director of VDH’s Division of Surveillance and Investigation. “Vaccination is still the best way to protect against the Delta variant, but for children not yet eligible for the vaccine, it’s important to follow proper mitigation measures – wear a mask, wash your hands, and practice social distancing.” No matter the level of transmission in a community, every childcare program should have a plan in place to protect staff, children, and their families from the spread of COVID-19, to include encouraging staff and eligible children to be vaccinated. Childcare facilities and summer camps can help stop the spread by remembering the following steps: Wear a mask correctly, especially indoors. Watch your distance. Wash your hands often. Parents can help by having open and honest conversations with children about the role they play in stopping the spread of COVID-19. Learn more about how to talk to children about COVID-19 here. Parents should check their child’s temperature every morning and check

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identified as Option A in the presentation, could incur significant site clearance costs due to the topography of the area. Estimated construction costs are $10.6 million. “If that was the ultimate selection then we would have to identify approximately $2.5 million to complete the project,” Stamey said. In addition to the costs, the site contains only one entry and exit and lacks connectivity with the remainder of the complex. Stamey said choosing the current baseball field would incur decreased site preparation costs and does offer two points of ingress/egress. Increased parking associated with the Option B site could also utilize overflow parking at the arts center. He noted the baseball field had been used minimally for four years with the lighting system deactivated for the past 24 months. “All of our league play is concentrated at Poor Farm Park,” Stamey said. But, a number of residents took exception with that assertion stating the field has remained a staple of community life for many years and still enjoys considerable activity. “The field has been part of our community for years,” said Susan Wickham Webb. “I think we should preserve the field, so our kids will have a place to play.” Dan Johnson lives on Clazemont Road and questioned possible impacts from increased traffic. No traffic impact study is required for the project due to its minimal impact, according to county officials. If there were identified traffic issues, Budesky said they could be addressed during the planning process.

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Budesky told an assembled group of residents at the center last week. “Tonight, we are going to talk about some thoughts and some concepts,” he said. “We want to get the word out that the county is committed to doing the project and we want feedback. We want to know what you like, dislike. You’re going to see an enlightened measure of citizen involvement on this project as we move forward.” Attendees were provided feedback sheets that were collected at the meeting’s end, but realizing that all concerned citizens could not attend the information sessions, the county is accepting comments regarding the project via e-mail and phone through this week. Residents can submit comments to https://www.hanovercounty.gov/244/Montpelier-Park or contact Parks and Recreation Director Derek Stamey, 804-365-4690 or DLStamey@hanovercounty.gov. “This process is extremely important to make sure we hear all of those opinions,” Budesky said. Parks and Recreation Director Derek Stamey outlined a plan that included two potential locations for the new facility. One option provided a building site further down adjacent Clazemont Road and would not disturb the area where the baseball field is currently located. A second option places the new center on Wickham Field behind the arts center and would eliminate the ball field. Both proposed sites are located on county park property. The Clazemont Road option,

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tion, the sooner they can receive their reimbursement. “When people think of FEMA’s role in the COVID-19 response, they often think of the work we have done to get shots in arms. That is an important and ongoing mission, but there are other ways we offer support,” said FEMA Region 3 Acting Regional Administrator Janice Barlow. “Our hearts go out to those grieving the loss of a loved one to

COVID-19. We hope that, through our Funeral Assistance Program, FEMA can help ease some of that burden.” One of the most important steps for individuals interested in applying is to first understand the program’s eligibility and documentation requirements. To be eligible for funeral assistance, you must meet these conditions: The death must have occurred see FEMA, pg. 16

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Recreation Director Derek Stamey answers questions from concerned citizens at a community meeting held earlier this month.

Another attendee asked if the additional monies needed for both options might affect county taxpayers. Budesky conceded that additional funds are needed for both options, and current improvements slated for the area could be delayed so those funds could be used to complete the library/community center project, thereby alleviating the need for any additional taxpayer funding. Stamey said the project is badly needed and that his department is committed to constructing a facility that will serve the community well in the years to come. “I can tell you without a doubt the Montpelier Community Center is priority one for our department, and I am really looking forward to engaging with all of you as we seek your feedback,” Stamey said. In 2016, supervisors approved $5 million for a new library, and Parks and Recreation partnered with the library later that year and requested

a single library/community center project. Board members approved $8 million in their FY2018 CIP for the project, but construction costs have increased since that time and estimates now place the project’s cost at $9.9 to $10.7 million, depending on which site is selected. The proposed 20,000-square-foot building included a new library with classroom, study and conference rooms. The new community center will feature a full-size gymnasium and two classrooms. After a decision is reached regarding location, the project will take 18 to 24 months to complete. Budesky said it’s important to gather those comments to produce a product that will stand the test of time. “These kinds of facilities and investments are 50-year investments that will be here for your children, their children and generations to come.”

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m beginning to think the best way to note birthdays after age 70 is with an appreciative and hearty sigh of relief. So, my 71st passed quietly last week without obsessive ceremony or celebration, just the way I like it. Don’t get me wrong. I appreciate all the well wishes and greetings expressed by friends and family, and let’s face it, you are never too old to enjoy a nice birthday dinner with family. I was fortunate enough to experience all of those things. And the week was also marked with numerous phone calls from old and new friends, wishing me the best for the upcoming year. Most of those conversations started, as usual, with the familiar phrase, “How’s Jack?” They have followed my son’s journey since his diagnosis with Duchennes Muscular Dystrophy more than a decade ago. Their emotional support has enabled us to weather some serious storms, and their love and support of Jack is something that is emotionally overwhelming to me. One of those conversations last week continued as an old friend with the best intentions began to tell me how sorry he was that my family has been forced to endure the hardships of raising a disabled child with a chronic illness.

Not even close, I thought to myself while responding with a simple thank you. As I celebrate this birthday, my thoughts, as always, return to Jack and the blessing he represents to our family. The burdens of his illness have never outweighed the enormous joy he provides daily to all who know him, or how he enriches our lives in too many ways to list. Through his eyes, we have learned to appreciate each day, live each minute with optimism and hope and wish big. When Jack was first diagnosed, I stood on the sideline of a high school football game and selfishly lamented to myself about the fact that I would never be able to watch my son play. In the ensuing months as I covered sports, I took particular notice of the expression on the faces of parents whose son or daughter enjoyed success on all sorts of fields. Little did I know that I would have that same feeling many times over as Jack grew older, confronting each evolving challenge in his life with determination. As he endured what seemed at times to be unbearable pain and discomfort, my pride in our son only intensified. As he reached what once seemed like unobtainable goals, the expression on my face was identical to the ones I once admired on other parents’ faces. I recently sent my children to Florida to spend a week with my sister and their cousins. My nephew, who now has almost grown children of his own, took care of Jack for the entire week

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not missing a single opportunity to let Jack enjoy the things that every kid thinks of when they are on vacation. When they returned, I sent him a thank you message to which he responded with very kind words regarding Jack and at the end, he wrote “Jack made it easy.” I suppose that sums up what I’m trying to convey in this message. In the most difficult circumstances and challenges he endures daily, Jack has always made it easy ... to love, respect and adore him. So, how is Jack? He’s doing just fine, completing a summer internship and readying himself for a busy senior year. He’s prepping his new power soccer specialized wheelchair for the upcoming season when not busy fixing family computer problems. And, sure, Jack will never catch a winning touchdown pass or sink a last second jump shot, but having a Dad full or pride, love and appreciation for a wonderful human being, who absolutely has to be the best son in the world, is something he will always have. So, I’ll celebrate this latest rite of passage with a heart full of gratitude for all of my children, and a special thank you to Jack for the infinite number of things he’s taught me in the last year. I’ll continue to cherish each moment, every hug and every tear with an unequalled sense of love and pride. He makes it easy.

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Saturday, Sept. 11 The John Marshall Alumni Band will perform a patriotic concert to honor military service members and to remember those fallen on 9/11 at Walnut Grove Baptist Church located at 7046 Cold Harbor Road in Mechanicsville. The American Legion Post 175 Honor Guard will present a special flag-folding ceremony. There see CALENDAR, pg. 13

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was only a recommendation by the superintendent. “The board still has to vote. Let’s see what they do,” he shouted to the unruly group who calmed after hearing his words. As it turned out, he was right. As discussion began regarding the recommendation, it was apparent that some board members did not endorse the mask mandate policy, and eventually, voted on a motion made by John Axselle that provided no mask mandate for students or staff and left their use as a parental decision. Students will still be required to be masked on school buses per federal guidelines. The more than three-hour meeting was frequently interrupted by audience members who shouted, applauded and waved signs expressing their distaste for any mask mandates. The antimask proponents dominated a public comment period where many expressed concerns regarding mask wearing, some even citing medical dangers associated with the mitigation measures. Although many of the speakers comments were interspersed with objections to Critical Race Theory (CRT) being taught in Hanover schools, the clear focus of their ire was aimed at the mask policy and conveyed a unified sentiment on exposing children to ill-conceived mandates. Angela Sykes, a Chickahominy District resident and mother of three children, spoke in opposition to a mask mandate. “The data tells us that school age children have a minute risk of hospitalization or death from COVID,” Sykes said. “Children in Hanover

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Beaverdam School Board member John Axselle said he did not see enough data to support a mask mandate at this time and moved to allow parents to choose for their children.

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Chickahominy resident and mother of three Angela Sykes spoke against a mask mandate.

County have been virtually mask free for the last two months,” she added. The reaction to Gill’s recommendation was immediate. As a slide appeared on an overhead screen outlining the policy, a group of attendees erupted in protest and hurled verbal jabs at the board. Shortly after, board Chair Ola Hawkins paused the meeting. She returned with what she termed a final warning to the group and advised them the room would be cleared if further disruptions occurred. Recently installed South Anna board member Bob May said he was willing to vote in favor of Gill’s recommendation given the assurances he received from the superintendent clarifying that the policy was a result of current conditions and could be revisited as early as October. May suggested an even earlier date might be in order. “It is extremely difficult for us to make a decision tonight and that’s why I think we should look at the data on a more frequent basis and do what is absolutely best for our children and provide the safest education possible,” May said. Gill said he suggested October to allow officials to gauge conditions once students had returned for a full month, and said the board could revisit the issue at any time. Beaverdam board representative John Axselle took those concerns a step further and suggested a no mask policy should be installed “while we keep an eye on things.” Axselle said he endorsed some of the concerns raised by speakers earlier in the meeting, and expressed sentiments that see MASKS, pg. 9

Public Utilities water/sewer bills assistance applications open Customers of Hanover County Public Utilities are invited to apply for the second round of the department’s Water and Sewer Utility Relief Program. Grant funds are available through the federal CARES Act to help customers who were adversely impacted by the COVID-19 crisis paying bills dated between May 19, 2020, and July 6, 2021. To be considered, customers will need to complete a Customer Intake Form attesting to the fact that they have been impacted by the COVID crisis. This is a grant requirement. Both residential and non-residential custom-

ers are eligible for assistance. Examples of impacts for residential customers include being unable to work because of the disease, having COVID-related medical bills, losing a job due to the crisis, having work hours cut-back due to the crisis, or having to leave a job to take care of a family member. Impacts on non-residential customers could include mandatory closures, the costs of implementing protections for customers or employees and reduced occupancy rates, for example. The Customer Intake Form is available on the County’s website under Paying Water

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favored parents’ rights regarding choices for their children. “I’ve looked at the data today,” Axselle said. “I don’t think the numbers justify making changes. I’d like to suggest we go with a choice for K-12. If it changes in September, then we go with masks. If it doesn’t, we stay with choice. I believe who better to make a choice for the child’s safety than the parent,” he concluded. Axselle also didn’t mince words in addressing the group’s behavior at the standing room only meeting. “I’ve been on this board for 25 years and we have never had to leave,” he said. “You don’t respect us. Folks, this is not Hanover. You are better than this.” Cold Harbor School Board member Steve Ikenberry supported Axselle’s position and said he could not support a mask mandate. “I concur with my colleague, Mr. Axselle, regarding the data. I don’t see the data supporting that our children should be in masks,” Ikenberry said. “Our youngest in school are our safest. They are just slightly under 100% safe. I’m looking at the risks and benefits here.” Ikenberry also referenced facial deformities incurred by mask wearing children “who wore masks too long.” “If you feel like you son or daughter should wear a mask then they should,” Ikenberry said. “If you feel like they shouldn’t, then they should not.” As late as weeks ago, Gill’s policy recommendation might have been different and school officials confirmed that no final decision had been reached and conditions were still being monitored as late as last week.

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Gill recommended that all elementary students be required to mask up when school starts in September, but board members opted to institute a no mask mandate policy.

“This is a snapshot in time based on the data available to us,” Gill said. “We will continue to evaluate both internally and with our partners in the Health District. We are more than willing to bring back recommendations,” he added. But latest CDC guidelines and Hanover’s designation as a high transmission area coupled with an expected 96% in-person attendance were primary considerations in the recommendation. In addition, Governor Ralph Northam and state School Superintendent James Lane issued a joint statement requesting districts open for five-day-a-week instruction and follow all CDC guidelines, which require masks be worn by all students in high transmission areas. Gill said the ultimate goal is to keep Hanover schools open. “We are not only trying to mitigate the virus, but the number

& Sewer Bills at www.hanovercounty.gov/ utilitycustomerrelief. Letters are being mailed to potentially eligible customers beginning this week. To be certain your application is evaluated for assistance, you must get your completed Customer Intake Form to the department by 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021. Applications received after this date may not be evaluated, depending on whether grant funds remain available. Forms may be delivered directly to the Department of Public Utilities at 7516 County see UTILITIES, pg. 11

of students who are on quarantine,” Gill said explaining that masks would help better manage the quarantine issue. He also addressed assertions that the data did not support a mask mandate. “I will say from a data standpoint… you can pull up any county in our area large or small and believe you will find Hanover at the highest level currently.” “We can revisit this at any point the board wants,” Gill said. “I think it is wise to continuously look at the data. We all hope the curve continues to decline. If that’s the case, then I would stand in front of you and, very confidently do what likely before about two or three weeks ago I would have recommended, which was parent choice for all.” Henry District School Board member George Sutton joined Axselle, Ikenberry and Mechanicsville board member Sterling Daniel in approving the no mask mandate policy. In a statement released to parents late last week, HCPS said, “The Hanover County School Board and the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Michael Gill, acknowledge that the State Health Commissioner for the Commonwealth of Virginia has the legal authority to issue emergency orders on behalf of the Virginia Board of Health. This is similar to an emergency mask order issued by the State Health Commissioner on June 30, 2021, which required “all individuals aged five and older to wear masks when indoors at public and private K-12 schools” until July 25, 2021. Hanover County Public Schools complied with this order.” Assistant Superintendent Chris Whitley confirmed that Hanover will comply with the latest directive from the governor’s office and students will be required to mask up.

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COX, David Eugene "Gene," fondly remembered as "Pop-Pop," 91, of Ruther Glen, Va., went to be with his Lord, Tuesday, July 20, 2021 with his family by his side. Born in Russell County, he was the widower of Louise Cox. He was a longtime member and deacon of Concord Baptist Church and was a U.S. Air Force veteran serving in the Korean War. He is survived

by his three daughters, Pamela Rigsby (Kenny), Debra Powers (Bryant Morgan) and Tracy Wright; a brother, Edward Cox (Brenda); six grandchildren, Brandon Powers, Ryan Hoy (Erika), Randy Wright, Austin Hoy (Amanda), Cody Powers and Courtney Wright; a great-grandson, Kason Hoy; devoted companion, Barbara Mitchell; his beloved caretakers, Kylee Roberts and Cathy Rucker; and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his two sons-in-law, Roger Wright and Bubba Powers. The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Henrico Doctors' Hospital Parham, medical staff, the Va. Community Home support team and Heartland Hospice for the love and support "PopPop" received in his final days. The family would like to express their deep appreciation to Hunter Holmes McGuire Medical Center for the excellent care given to our father through the years. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Storke Funeral Home, Bowling Green, Va. A funeral service was held 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Concord Baptist Church, Ruther Glen, Va. Burial followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church of your choice or Center for Development & Civic Engagement (135), Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, 1201 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond, Va. 23249. Online condolences may be made at storkefuneralhome.com.

ROBERT HENLEY

HENLEY, Robert Spalding "Bob," 83, of Mechanicsville, went to be with his Lord on August 7, 2021. He was preceded in death by his son, Kevin Henley; parents, Samuel and Clara Henley; and brother, Samuel Earl Henley Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Diana Evans Henley; son, Rob Henley (Kelly Williams); grandson, Robbie Henley; and many extended family members. Bob graduated from Thomas Jefferson in 1956 and then went to serve in the Navy. He retired as a tax accountant from the Virginia Department of Taxation after 56 years of service. The family received friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, August 11 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 LeeDavis Rd., where the funeral service were held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 12. Interment followed in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 4217 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

STEVEN SHIPP

SHIPP, Steven W., 55, of Mechanicsville, passed away August 9, 2021. He is accompanied in Heaven by his brother, Gregory Shipp; and his friend, Jeff Wightman. Steve is survived by his parents, Jim and Joyce Shipp; his two daughters, Nicole and Savannah Shipp; his sister, Amy Stewart (Chris Stewart); his two nephews, Caleb and Luke Stewart; and many other loving family members. He was passionate and dedicated to his work at James River Air Conditioning. Steve also loved fishing and cooking delicious meals for his family. His family and friends will be honoring him and celebrating his life at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 21, at Affinity Funeral Service, 2720 Enterprise Pkwy., Richmond, Va. 23294. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to Steve's favorite charity, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Guestbook at affinityfuneralservice.com. see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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Community Services Board seeks nominations for Jean C. Harris Award for Excellence The Hanover County Community Services Board is excited to announce that the nomination period for the Jean C. Harris Award for Excellence is now open. Nominations are due by Aug. 20, 2021. In 2000, the Hanover County Community Services Board established an annual award in the name of long time board member, community volunteer and advocate, Jean C. Harris. The Jean C. Harris Award for Excellence has been given annually to Hanover-based individuals, families or groups that demonstrate outstanding contribution in the areas of intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental health, and/or substance use. Acknowledging that many individuals, families and groups in Hanover are making a difference in these areas, up to three awards will be given this year. Nominations for those contributing in these areas in a professional capacity will be considered with clear demonstration that their service goes above and beyond their professional duty. Who was Jean C. Harris and why do these awards bear her name? Jean Harris is a shining example of a person of compassion who directed her time and energy to helping those in need in

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PATRICIA WALKER

WALKER, Patricia B., 78, of Mechanicsville, Virginia.

Hanover County. She made a difference every day. A native of Hanover whose father ran a country store, Mrs. Harris worked as a secretary to a judge, was married to a local bank executive, and raised three children. She was a tireless advocate for those without a voice. She noticed those in need and tried to help in big and small ways. She was feisty and persistent and was a founding member of the Hanover County Community Services Board. With her first appointment in 1977, she served for nearly 20 years, including as chairman five times. Throughout her service, she focused on promoting the development of much needed community-based services and supports in Hanover County and has left a lasting legacy. Please consider nominating those whose work today follows in Mrs. Harris’s footsteps of advocacy and care for those in need in Hanover County. The challenges are great and their work is invaluable. The Jean C. Harris Award for Excellence will be presented during a special ceremony on Oct. 27, 2021; more details will be announced soon. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

“We have approximately $290,000 of grant funds remaining at this time to assist our customers,” said Steven Herzog, Director of the Department of Public Utilities. “We encourage all customers who are eligible to apply for this assistance.” If funds remain after the Sept. 13, applications will be processed on a first -come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted or until Oct.

29, 2021. Virginia’s statewide moratorium on utility disconnections is ending in late August and the Department could disconnect customers for non-payment after October 1, after eligible customer have had the opportunity to receive assistance paying bills through this program. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

On Thursday, August 5, 2021, we unexpectedly said goodbye to the most loving, selfless, caring, beautiful Momma, Daw Daw, Grandma and Mimi there ever was. She was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband, Ulysses T. Walker. She was survived by her six children, Steve Walker (Brooke), Mike Walker (Missy), Becky Vidra (Mike), Tommy Walker (Stephanie), Karen Vaughan (Richie) and Luke Walker (Traci); and

ten grandchildren, Zachary (Rachelle), Amber, Savannah, Jacob, Caitlyn, Kylie, Avery, Ulysses, Fauna and Madison. She was a devoted Jehovah's Witness who loved to share bible truths with everyone she met. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 21 at 4 p.m. via Zoom. Please contact a family member for the link. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the worldwide work of Jehovah's Witnesses, at donate.jw.org.

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impacted parts of Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania in August 2020 are proof that residents and business owners in the MidAtlantic should take hurricane season seriously and begin preparing today.” Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic is still an ongoing hazard that could influence your hazardous weather plans when it comes to evacuation and sheltering. This is something to strongly consider when preparing for hurricane season. For example, you may need to adjust your plans if you are unwilling to gather in a group setting such as a public emergency shelter. FEMA also has taken steps to prepare ourselves and our partners to respond to disasters in a COVID-19 environment. In May 2021 FEMA released COVID-19 Pandemic Operational Guidance. This updated document provides actionable guidance to State, Local, Tribal and Territorial officials to prepare for response and recovery operations for all-hazards and encourages personal preparedness measures amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. FEMA is ready to respond to any hurricane or disaster.

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will be patriotic music and a variety of show tunes, big band and pop selections and our favorite song at the end. Please come and join them for a full night of music and help those in need in Hanover. Admission is $2 per person and a nonperishable canned or box food item. All proceeds go to the MCEF food pantry.

Friday, Sept. 17 & Saturday, Sept. 18 Catholic Church of the Redeemer is expanding it’s annual giant indoor “Yard Sale for Haiti” to 2 days this year. The sale will be held Fri., 9/17 from 2 to 6 p.m. and Sat., 9/18 from 7a.m.-12 noon at 8275 Meadowbridge Rd. in Mechanicsville. All proceeds fund our ministry with Haiti. Accepting donations Monday 9/13-Wednesday 9/15. Visit their website for more information https://www.churchredeemer.org/Haiti-Ministry.

Saturday, Oct. 9 The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1961 is planning to hold its 60th reunion at Anna’s Italian Restaurant, in Mechanicsville. Details will be included in the invitation/ registration forms that will be mailed soon. If you are a member of this class and need to update your contact information, contact Helen Zagos Blackwell at 804-356-9351 or email: HelenZBlackwell@aol. com.

Saturday, Oct. 9 Rescheduled The Highland Springs High School Class of 1970 has had to postpone its 50th reunion again. This will be the last cancellation. “If we are unable to have the event on the new date, we will cancel and the caterer has agreed to refund our deposit,” William Brooks said.

“We will then either donate the remaining proceeds to the new school or refund the money to you after expenses.” The new date is Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Hill Building at Sandston Pool at 501 Beulah Rd. in Sandston. Music will be presented by DJ Dalton Beagle. Dinner, drinks and dessert will be provided by Champagne Taste Catering. Bring your own mixers and alcohol. Small coolers are welcome. The doors will open at 4 p.m.; cocktails at 5 p.m.; dinner at 6 p.m.; and good night and cleanup at 10 p.m. The cost is still $45 per person. No tickets will be sold at the door. For invitations or more information, contact Bill Brooks at 1970HSHS@gmail. com.

Saturday Oct. 16 The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1970 is planning a 50-year reunion and, due to COVID-19, Sandy Robbins said, “We are celebrating this reunion with the Class of 1971.” 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.

Saturday, Nov. 20 Members of the Patrick Henry High School Class of 1971 will gather from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Depot at Cross Bros. on Railroad Avenue in Ashland for their 50th Reunion. According to Patricia Leonard Higgins, “Our Reunion Planning Committee is already working hard and we really need to hear from you so that you can get more information and updates! Please email either of the following classmates and we’ll get you on our group contact list and will be

back in touch soon. Hoping to hear from you!” Contact: Continued from pg. 12 Anne Nelson Harris Morck at annenelsonmorck@gmail.com winds could occur hundreds or Patricia Leonard Higgins at of miles inland from the coast. phiggins773@gmail.com. Begin planning. Know what you’ll do if a storm is Ongoing coming to your area, how to Mechanicsville Churches stay in touch with family and Emergency Functions One friends, and where you will go Stop Shop (MCEF OSS) is if your home is unsafe. Visit open for food, clothing and ready.gov for preparedness and linens from 9:30 to 11 a.m. planning tips. on Monday, Tuesday and Make a kit. Make sure Thursday and from 6:30 you have non-perishable food to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at items, water, essential docu7235 Stonewall Parkway in ments, flashlights, a battery Mechanicsville (rear park- back or other means of charging lot). The shop is available ing your cell phone, NOAA for residents in the 23111 and weather radio, toys or comfort 23116 zip codes with identifi- items for kids, and any supcation and proof of residency. plies needed for your pet. Have enough supplies to last at least Saturdays 72 hours but preparing to be on Trinity Lutheran Church, your own for up to a week is a Ashland Campus, located good idea. Learn more at ready. at 11515 Ashcake Road in gov/kit. Ashland two miles west of U.S. Download the FEMA app. 1, holds it church service at By having the FEMA app 5 p.m. with Pastor Nycholas installed on your smartphone Greig. For more information, you can receive real-time alerts visit www.trinityrichmond.net from the National Weather or call 804-270-9626.

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Sundays All Souls Episcopal Church celebrates Holy Eucharist Rite II at 9:15 a.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. Katherine G. Dougherty is the Deacon in charge of All Souls. For more information, visit www.allsoulsva.org. A Healing and Recovery SS Class meets at 9 a.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the NorthStar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 Steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. All

Service, share real-time notifications with loved ones, review emergency preparedness tips and checklists, locate emergency shelters, and more. Stay informed. Enable Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) on your mobile phone to receive emergency alerts from the National Weather Service. A NOAA Weather Radio can also provide these lifesaving emergency alerts. Pay attention to weather forecasts in your area provided by local news outlets or the National Weather Service. Many people also use weather apps on their mobile phones for this purpose. Always follow the guidance of local officials during an emergency. If your community has an emergency alert system you should consider signing up. Contact your local emergency manager for more information. Purchase flood insurance. Talk to your insurance provider about your coverage and determine if you would be covered in

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Essay winner awarded scholarship, plans to start at Reynolds in the fall Staff Report The Mechanicsville Local The Brig. Gen. W. C. Wickham Camp # 2250, Sons of Confederate Veterans, congratulates its 2021 scholarship winner, Melody Talley. Melody, who graduated from Hanover High School, will be attending J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in the fall. The scholarship recipient must be directly related to a Camp member and is judged based on an essay pertaining to their Southern heritage.

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Mechanicsville resident Gladys King celebrated her 90th birthday July 29. King has two sons, three granddaughters and one grandson. Her family also includes three greatgrandsons and one great-granddaughter. She served as a Nannie to 32 children and raised 19 foster children. King is currently a member of the New Chestnut Baptist Church in Mechanicsville, where she has worshipped since 1944.

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The Hanover County Pound, located at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, has wonderful pets available to a good home. Polly, ID# 579544, is a 4-year-old (estimated) female feline Maine Coon. She has had her first set of vaccines and is FELV/FIV test negative.Polly is a sweet girl who has been in the shelter for about one month now. She was an outdoor cat before she came here. Polly is well litter trained. She keeps her cage very clean. Polly POLLY should be just fine living indoors. She seems to have a sweet disposition towards people. Polly will make a good companion for anyone looking for a house cat. Puppers, ID# 579500 is a 2-year-old neutered male canine/Pitbull. He has had his first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Puppers is an awesome dog! He has the sweetest temperament. Puppers was surrendered to the shelter last month. He has become well-adjusted with staff and loves to run and play. Puppers also does well with other dogs. He seems to be well house trained. Puppers has a lot of energy, so he might do best with an owner who likes to stay active. He will make a great companion. For more information on these great pets, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty.gov/Animals/Adopt-a-Pet/. PUPPERS

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Downtown Ashland welcomes visitors to the comeback After a year of COVID, group has big plans By Jim Ridolphi The Mechanicsville Local Despite a challenging year, Downtown Ashland Executive Director Maggie Longest told Ashland Town Council members the organizations’ efforts are back on track for the upcoming year. “We started this year in July 2020 in the midst of a pandemic. Our budget was reduced, and we ran on 60% of our operating budget,” Longest said earlier this month. “We cut out all paid help as far as a communications and grant writing. I honestly didn’t know if we would have money to finish the year,” she added. Longest said the organization’s annual report is actually a success story considering the challenges confronted during the past year. The organization focuses its efforts on four major areas — community, business, design and promotion. “We are really focused on community partnerships,” Longest said. “We want to make

downtown Ashland the center of our community… and that means keeping local stakeholders engaged and invested in the shared future of downtown.” In addition to an impromptu Halloween event where residents hosted trick of treaters, the group is also partnering with Divine Assist to sponsor a Youth Creative Arts program during the Fourth Fridays series in August. The special youth art exhibit is scheduled for Aug. 27. “It’s a positive event and a big tent for everybody,” Longest said. The organization also produced a video of collected Untold Stories, an effort that records the history of residents and preserves them for eternity. “It’s important that we keep this important tradition alive,” Longest said. Another major tenet of the organization focuses on downtown businesses and supporting the economic goals of the community. During the past year, Downtown Ashland has distributed 17 business updates to 190 see DOWNTOWN, pg. 16

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Downtown Ashland Association is back on track after a year of challenges due to COVID. Fourth Friday events are scheduled for August and September and a Halloween Festival is planned for October. One of the Town’s favorite events, Light Up the Tracks, is scheduled for additional weeks this year, running from Nov. 6 to Jan. 1.

Smithsonian Exhibition comes to Hanover County Contributed Report Mechanicsville Local

Photo courtesy of Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street

The Ashland Museum and the Hanover Museum of History and Culture are partnering to host the Smithsonian exhibition Crossroads: Change in Rural America. This exhibition will make six stops in Virginia, and Hanover County is the first stop. Crossroads will be at the new Hanover Museum of History and Culture, 7496 County Complex Rd., Hanover, Aug. 28 to Oct. 3.

Americans have relied on rural crossroads for generations. Crossroads explores how rural American communities changed in the 20th century. These places where people gather to exchange goods, services and culture and to engage in political and community discussions are an important part of our cultural fabric. Join the conversation as we explore what the future may hold for our community. For details and hours, visit ashlandmuseum.org or call 804-3687314.

Shown are displays from the Smithsonian exhibition, Crossroads: Change in Rural America.

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are welcome. For more information, call 804-746-5081 or contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com. Outside the Walls, a Narcotics Anonymous group, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey Regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. For more information, contact John Shinholser, McShin president, at 804-249-1845. The website is http://www.mcshin.org.

Tuesdays A Commanders coffee is held

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in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia. The death certificate must indicate the death was attributed to COVID-19. The person applying on behalf of the deceased individual must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien who incurred funeral expenses after Jan. 20, 2020. If you had COVID-19 funeral expenses, we encourage you to gather the following documentation and have it ready when you start your

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business owners and assisted a number of local businesses with marketing assistance grants. “We were able to offer grants to 12 businesses in downtown,” Longest said. “That was a really cool partnership between us and Virginia Main Street where they offered $15,000 in funding.” After the town contributed another $2,000 to that effort, funds were distributed to assist businesses with marketing efforts such as increased signage and other innovative marketing ideas. “That will continue to pay

from 10 to 11 a.m. at American Legion Post 90 at 17662 Beaver Dam Rd. in Beaverdam to discuss issues of interest/befits of the American Legion. There also will be donuts. For more information, call Post Commander Eugene Truitt at 804-746-4734. The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, mid-January through midDecember, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland, just south of U.S. 54. Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. For more information, visit www.

application: 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. Funeral expenses documents (receipts, funeral home contract, etc.) that includes 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. We are not able to duplicate benefits received from burial

dividends for us as a community,” she said. In conjunction with the town and Dominion Energy Innovation Center the group hosted Business Recovery Workshops for 19 Ashland businesses. Longest said the workshop series drew high praise from local businesses, and more similar type programs are planned for the future “to drill down on certain topics.” Downtown Ashland’s mission also includes a focus on design, and this year the organization made a significant mark in its efforts in that area. The group has raised $160,000 – 90% of the project’s goal – to build the Ashland Mid-Atlantic Railroad Park during the past

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hanoverconcertband.org or call 804789-0536.

contact Steve Dunham at 804-4966093 or sandrdunham@yahoo.com.

Wednesdays Hanover Rotary meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Roma's Restaurant at 7240 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville. Due to the pandemic, contact President Penny at pennyguiles43@ gmail.com for current meeting at Roma's or Zoom connection information.

Overcomers Outreach & Women’s Codependency is a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. at Shalom Baptist Church at 8116 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.

Thursdays The Ashland Rotary Club meets weekly at noon at the Iron Horse Restaurant at 100 S. Railroad Ave. in in Ashland. For more information,

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or funeral insurance, financial assistance received from voluntary agencies, government agencies, or other sources. The program does reimburse eligible expenses; however, patience is encouraged upon submitting your application. It can take several weeks from the time all the necessary documentation has been collected for the funds to be disbursed. The best way to reduce the wait and speed up the process is to be prepared with all of the required paperwork when you start the process. After you apply, stay tuned for any communications from FEMA as there may be follow-up questions

needed to continue processing the application.

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Downtown Ashland Association Executive Director Maggie Longest presented her annual report last week to Town Council members

year. “This is extraordinary, especially during COVID,” Longest said.

The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a. m. to noon at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan

How to apply Call this dedicated toll-free phone number to get a COVID19 Funeral Assistance application completed with help from FEMA's representatives. Multilingual services will be available. The COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Line Numbers are 844684-6333 or TTY: 800-462-7585. Applications began on April 12. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time

In partnership with the town, the group plans to build a walking tour that contains a series of parks focused on a part of Ashland’s railroad story and how it relates to the nation’s history on the tracks. “It’s designed to appeal to both local visitors that happened in to Ashland and railroad fans who are serious about rail heritage,” Longest said. The project will consist of eight or nine stops. Downtown Ashland partnered with the town to obtain a $5,000 to $8,000 architectural design grant from Virginia Main Street for downtown improvements, and more than 515 people visited the Ashland 2021 web page for construction information.

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

Third Mondays Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia see CALENDAR, pg. 19

Monday through Friday. If you use a relay service, such as your videophone, Innocaption or CapTel, provide your specific number assigned to that service. It is important that FEMA is able to contact you, and you should be aware phone calls from FEMA may come from an unidentified number. FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters. We serve the District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Another major area of concentration for the group is centered on promotion and presenting downtown Ashland as the perfect day trip. “This is where most folks see us… as a promotion organization,” Longest said. “I’m really proud of our promotions over the past year particularly because we are doing them without professional help. We are simply putting out the message of this community and there is great demand for it.” While enticing visitors to visit Ashland for a day, Longest said the organization is also trying to build the brand of the town. Social media and electronic engagement is a key element in those

efforts. During the past year, a 27% increase in website visitors was recorded, as well a 20% increase in Facebook likes. More than 1,700 were listed in Instagram followers, and there was a 28% increase in Get Centered emails. And 2021 is back on track with a number of events including the Ashland Halloween, Light Up the Tracks and Ashland Fourth Fridays. The groups website is currently running a special message that properly relays the group’s continued commitment to the town and its downtown businesses. It’s entitled “Welcome back for our comeback.”

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CALENDAR Continued from pg. 16

illnesses meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month in Room E106 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact Jennifer Bean at 804-559-2805, Mark Elliott at 804-746-8288 or the church office at 804-7469073. The Hanover County Community Services Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at 12300 Washington Hwy. in Ashland.

Fourth Mondays The FeedMore Mobile Food Pantry will be distributing food from 10 to 11 a.m. at the First Shiloh Baptist Church at 8150 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact Heather at hshaheen96@gmail.com.

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

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ered dish and join in with a group celebrating faith, fellowship, friends and fun. Meetings are cancelled if Hanover County Public Schools are two hours late or cancelled due to inclement weather. To register, call the church at 804-7469073. For more information, call Janet Lewis at 804-3988947. Cold Harbor Road Church of Christ will meet at noon on the second Tuesday of each month, beginning Jan. 14. There is no cost for the luncheon. This is a time for those that have lost their spouses, or now find themselves alone, to

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meet, socialize, and encourage once another. For more information, call 863-381-1867. The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the Historic Courthouse Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Tuesday through December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit http://www. hanoverhistorical.org/index.

Third Tuesdays The Hanover Ruritan Club

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Fax submissions to calendar to 344-8746, email to events@mechlocal.com, or mail to 8460 TimesDispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville VA 23116. Deadline is 1 p.m. Thursday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Mechanicsville Local.

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member, request a membership application or with questions, please call, 746-5728 or by letter to, Hanover Ruritan, P. O. Box 625, Mechanicsville, Virginia, 23111. To be a guest of the club, please call the numbers listed above. Hanover Ruritan welcomes both men and women.

meets on the third Tuesday of each month, at Walnut Grove Baptist Church with dinner at 6.30 p.m. Ruritan is a national organization dedicated to improving communities and building a better America through fellowship, goodwill and community service. The first Ruritan Club was chartered May 21, 1928, in Holland, Virginia. Ruritan has grown throughout the United States of America, and in doing so has become. “America’s Leading Community Service Organization”. Membership in Ruritan is an honor and privilege. To learn more about Ruritan, how to become a

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Minutes from victory, Kickers give up tie By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor Gloomy skies literally dominated the atmosphere at City Stadium Saturday night before the Richmond Kickers’ USL League One match against visiting New England Revolution II. Gloomy skies still dominated – figuratively at least – the atmosphere after the game. The mood was sunny for the Richmond side for most of the match, especially after striker Emiliano Terzaghi scored the second of his two goals of the evening to put the Kickers up 2-0 in the 56th minute of the match. The mood stayed sunny until the final five minutes of regulation play, when New England scored a pair of goals – one in the 86th minute and one in the 87th – to even the score. “I think the first 15 minutes they were better than us. I think the middle part of the game, I think we controlled the game, scored a couple of goals, really didn’t give up much,” said Richmond head coach Darren Sawatzky. “We need to do a better job of keeping possession of the ball because in later stages of the game we were fatigued. We had to make changes and it cost us.” New England put up a strong attack early on, but – after Terzaghi took a pass from Matt Bolduc and swatted it into the net for a 1-0 lead in the 26th minute – the Kickers seemed in control. The second half began well for Richmond, and the match seemed all but over in

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Above, the postgame mood at City Stadium was as gloomy as the pregame sky Saturday after the Richmond Kickers gave up two goals in the final minutes of regulation play to end up in a 2-2 tie with the visiting New England Revolution II. Right, Richmond striker Emiliano Terzaghi (right) celebrates one of his two goals with teammate Nil Vinyals.

Rockville 12-u teams fall short in World Series Staff reports sports@mechlocal.com Two Rockville 12-under baseball teams saw their dreams of a World Series championship dashed last week after both fell short in

their respective Cal Ripken championships. Rockville’s 12-u Majors 60 team, playing in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida reached championship bracket semifinals after finished second in its pool with a 3-1 record.

The team began the championship bracket with an 8-1 win over Bunker Hill (Indiana), but was eliminated by of the host teams, Palm Beach Gardens National 2-1 Friday. That team fell to a team from Owensboro, Kentucky,

the only other team to beat Rockville in the tournament. The Rockville 12-u Majors 70 team went 0-4 in pool play in its tournament in Branson Missouri. It fell to New Jersey 8-6 in the Iron Bracket Wednesday.

“I took a look around me. shot. Fortunately, it took an odd the 56th minute when Terzaghi Joseph Rice. Terzaghi was looking to pass I saw there was no one avail- bounce and that led to the goal.” fired a long-distance rocket Terzaghi’s first goal came on with an added bounce to get when he decided to take the able,” he said. “So I looked at the keeper and tried to rip a a set-piece play the team runs past New England goalkeeper shot instead.

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repeatedly in practice. “It’s something we work on in training almost every day – the danger zone,” Terzaghi said. “It’s something we try to make sure we capitalize. Every time I see someone enter that zone, I try to make sure I run across the goal . . . The opportunity arose, I took my chance and, thankfully, I was able to score.” New England’s first goal was almost a mirror image of Terzaghi’s second, a long distance rocket that zipped past Richmond goalkeeper Akira Fitzgerald. A minute later, a defensive lapse left Revolution forward Edward Kizza open in front of the net. Justin Rennicks fired a long cross pass from the right corner Kizza’s way, and Kizza headed it in. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

Winston to EMU

Harris to RBC

Dorsey picks R-MC

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Atlee’s Hayden Winston (seated, center) commits to play baseball for Eastern Mennonite University, where he plans to study sports psychology, in a signing ceremony at Atlee on July 10. Winston is joined by his father Darryl Winston (left) and his mother Michelle Hayden-Winston.

Atlee volleyball player Rylie Harris (seated, center) commits to continue her academic and athletic career at Richard Bland College in a signing ceremony at Atlee High School on July 10. Harris is joined by (clockwise, from left): her father, Mark Harris; former Atlee head girls volleyball coach Curtis Carpenter; and her mother Jenny Harris.

Patrick Henry football player William Dorsey (seated, center) commits to continue his academic and athletic career at Randolph-Macon College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry on July 8. With him are (from left): his sister, Brianna Dorsey; and his mother, Debbie Dorsey.

Williams to Averett Sellers to Cavaliers

Mudd picks Hokies

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Atlee athlete Ian Sellers (seated, center) commits to continue his studies as well as his cross country and track career at The University of Virginia in a signing ceremony on July 10. With him are (clockwise, from left): his mother Norma Sellers; Atlee track and field coach Doug Sutkus; his sister, Emma; his grandfather, Ed Maynard; Atlee track and field coach Scott Crowe; and his father, Graham Sellers.

Atlee athlete Rachel Mudd (seated, center) commits to continue her academic and running career at Virginia Tech University in a signing ceremony at Atlee High School on July 10. She is joined by (clockwise, from left): her mother, Kristin Mudd; Atlee track and field coach Doug Sutkus; her sister, Courtney Mudd; her grandmother, Blair Mudd; her brother, Daniel Mudd; Atlee track and field coach Scott Crowe; and her father, Randy Mudd.

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Hanover baseball player Mason Williams (seated, center) commits to play for Averett University in a signing ceremony at Hanover High School on May 26. With him are (clockwise, from left): his mother, Lisa Williams; Hanover head baseball coach Tyler Kane; his father, Luke Williams; and his brother, Billy Williams.

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Miller joins Marlins

DeSales-bound Off to WV Tech

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Atlee’s Crosson Miller (center) commits to continue his academic and lacrosse career with the Virginia Wesleyan University Marlins in a signing ceremony at Atlee High School on July 10. He is shown with Atlee head boys lacrosse coach Fielding Crawford (left) and his brother Charlie Miller.

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Atlee lacrosse player Braden Eastman (seated, center) commits to continue his academic and lacrosse career at DeSales University in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, in a signing ceremony at Atlee High School on July 10. Eastman is joined by (from left): his mother K.B. Eastman; his father, Scott Eastman; and Atlee head boys lacrosse coach Fielding Crawford.

Atlee’s Daniel Martinez (seated, center) commits to continue his wrestling career with West Virginia Tech University in Beckley, West Virginia, in a signing ceremony at Atlee High School on July 10. Martinez is joined by (from left): Atlee wrestling coach Josh Moses; his mother Kelley Johnson; his father, Dean Johnson; and Atlee head wrestling coach Gabe LaVey

Datovech to WMU

Pastore to EMU Off to Shenandoah

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Hanover softball player Bella Pastore (seated, center) commits to continue her academic and sports careers at Eastern Mennonite University in a signing ceremony at Hanover High School on May 26. With her are (clockwise from left): her mother, Beth Pastore; her grandmother, June Baldwin; Hanover head softball coach Mike Rohr; and her father, Matt Pastore.

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Hanover lacrosse player Teagan Quinn (seated, center) commits to continue her academic and athletic career at Shenandoah University in a signing ceremony at Hanover High School on May 26. With her are (clockwise, from left): her mother, Heather Quinn; her sisters Molly and Penny Quinn; Hanover girls lacross coach Matt Ellinghaus; and her father, Joe Quinn.

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Patrick Henry’s Paul Datovech (seated) commits to continue his academic and swimming career at Mary Washington University in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on July 8. With him are (from left): his mother, Sarah Datovech; his sister, Christine Datovech; and his father, John Datovech.

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ABC LICENSES Woodhouse Catering Trading as: Woodhouse Catering 8500 Bell Creek Road. Mechanicsville, Hanover County, Virginia 23116. The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL (ABC) AUTHORITY for a Mixed Beverage Caterer license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Thomas Wright, Member NOTE: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia .gov or 800-552-3200.

LEGAL NOTICES VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HANOVER CHRISTOPHER LEE ALVIS, Plaintiff V.

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EDWARD WILSON ALVIS III, Serve: Unknown HEIRS OF TINA MARIE HASTY A/K/A, TINA MARIE ALVIS Serve: Unknown STACY LOUISE LIMAS Serve: 1211 Avenue F South Houston, Texas 77587 Defendants. ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of the above-styled suit is to partition real property described as Tax Map Number 8724-31-9833 in the tax rolls of Hanover County, Virginia, located at 6301 Bonniefield Court. And, it appearing from the Complaint in this suit that Edward W. Alvis, III, and the Heirs of Tina Marie Hasty a/k/a Tina Marie Alvis are parties in this manner and whose whereabouts are unknown, and it appearing so by affidavit filed according to law, it is therefore ordered that Edward Wilson Alvis, III, and the Heirs of Tina Marie Hasty a/k/a Tina Marie Alvis appear on or before the 10th day of September, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the Clerk’s Office of this Court and do what is necessary to protect his interest. ENTERED: 7/16/2021 J. Overton Harris JUDGE I ASK FOR THIS: Jeffrey A. Duling, VSB #48245 Duling Law Firm PLC Post Office Box 242 7309 Hanover Green Drive Mechanicsville, VA. 23111 (804) 789-0192 (804) 789-0194 Facsimile jduling@dulinglaw.com Counsel for Christopher L. Alvis

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Social Services oﬃcers discuss beneﬁts, demand in demand for the agency’s ser- Cold Harbor District while By Melody Kinser Fuller is from Mechanicsville. vices. mkinser@mechlocal.com Lynn H. Saunders and David Four-year terms are appointed With a mission to help those by the Hanover County Board who are least able to help them- W. Fuller moved into their new of Supervisors. selves, the newly-elected chair positions on July 27. Both are Saunders, in the role and vice chair of the Hanover now in their seventh year on of chair, said she sees firstCountySocialServicesAdvisory the board. see NEED, pg. 25 ` Saunders represents the Board talked about the increase

Local teen taking talents to Texas By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Abram Dean’s “first real thing” in terms of performing paid off earlier this year when he captured the title of Hanover Junior Idol. Thanks to some encouragement from his mom Debbie Lunsford, he took the leap into the world of music. And now the 16-year-old from Mechanicsville is preparing to move to Texas to pursue his dream. On Aug. 20, Abram and his mother will head to Dallas where he has been accepted to study — and hone his skills — with the Linda Septien Entertainment Group. Debbie said she suggested Abram enter the Hanover Arts and Activities Centersponsored Idols competition because he “wants to get into this music thing, so let’s see TEEN, pg. 14 `

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Taylor Dragum, Alex Goleski, Laci Miller, Courtney Chenault and Madison Cox cheer on the Atlee All-Stars on Saturday, July 31, during the opening game of the Tournament of State Champions at Mitch Stadium near Huntington, W.Va. For more, see Sports, page 32.

School district again expects full accreditation For the ninth consecutive year, Hanover County Public Schools will again receive 100 percent full accreditation. According to Dale S. Theakston, communications specialist, the accreditation is determined based on the 200910 Standards of Learning assessments. Preliminary information from the Virginia Department of Education indicates the accreditation status. Final accreditation reports are expected on Sept. 15.

County receives VACo honor Hanover County has Development. been recognized by the VACo received 60 entries Virginia Association of for the statewide contest. Counties as the recipient Former Hanover County of the 2010 Achievement assistant administrator Award for the Dominion Marilyn Blake joined Lane Resources Greentech Ramsey, former Chesterfield Incubator. County administrator, and The county was honored Tedd Povar, associate direcfor its model local govern- tor of the Virginia Institute of ment program in the catego- Government, in judging this ry ofCommunity/Economic see HONOR, pg. 4 `

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, August 25, 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: CUP2021-00007, COOL SPRING BAPTIST CHURCH Request(s) to amend CUP-15-99, Am. 1-10, in accordance with Section 2620.21 and Section 3.5.14 (repealed R-1 zoning district) of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance, to amend the sketch plan to add a pavilion and recreational sports fields on GPINs 7796-84-7981, 7796-84-9625, 7796-84-0139, 7796-84-2248, 7796-84-1701, 7796-84-3898 and 7796-74-8576, consisting of approximately 23.58 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and R-1, Single Family Residential District, and located on the west line of Atlee Station Road (State Route 637) at its intersection with Giles Farm Road (private road). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5 to 3.0 dwelling units per acre). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy SE2021-00019, LEARNING AT THE LAKE, L.L.C. (WESTERN HANOVER CHURCH) Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.14 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit day nurseries or child day care centers on GPIN 7821-92-7821, consisting of approximately 18.0 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33) at its intersection with Walton’s Tavern Road (State Route 673). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna ORDINANCE 21-07, SUBDIVISION PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT AMENDMENTS An Ordinance to amend the Hanover County Code, Chapter 25, Subdivisions, Section 25-69, to amend the terms of the standard performance agreement to change the amount of time allowed for completion of subdivision improvements from 18 to 24 months from the date of subdivision recordation, and to allow, after consideration of factors listed in the ordinance, the director of planning to grant one 3-month extension and the Planning Commission to grant any additional extensions. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., 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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Announcements AUCTION SALES KELLEY AUCTIONS presents PUBLIC ESTATE AUCTION From Estate of L. Andrew, Sr., and Lillian Duke Saturday, August 21, 2021 - 10:00 A.M. (Rain Date - Saturday, August 28, 2021) (** Preview @ 9:00 A.M. day of sale**) 17250 Journey’s End Lane (Off State Route 715) Beaverdam, VA 23015 Including: Coins, currency, advertising items, vintage toys, old tools, furniture, knives, baseball cards, display cases, and much, much more! Food and drinks available for sale BRING A CHAIR

HOUSES UNFURNISHED 3-BR Brick Rancher, 1300 sq. ft., 1- bath, on cul-de-sac. HVAC. Deck. Located near I-295 & Hanover Sq. Shopping Ctr., Henrico Cty. $1150/mo. + $1,000/dep. + 1st & last month’s rent. Refer. Req. No Smoking. No pets! 1 yr. lease, prefer CS 700+. avail. 10/1/21 Call 804-550-3086

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Check www.AuctionZip.com for updated listings and pictures AUCTIONEER’S NOTES: ABSENTEE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED PRIOR TO SALE. 6% VA SALES TAX. NO BUYERS’ PREMIUM. TERMS: CASH, OR VALID CHECK. AUCTIONEER ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROPERTY OR INJURIES. ALL SALES FINAL. PAYMENT MADE AT TIME OF PURCHASE. ALL ITEMS WILL BE SOLD AS IS WHERE IS. Hunter "Dee" Kelley, Auctioneer, Cell 804-683-4612 VA License # 2907002934

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HAULING Hauling - All Types of Light Hauling Trash - Brush - Junk - Clean Out Garages and Sheds - Etc. Reasonable Prices. Call 347-4943 or 746-8653

Merchandise MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 2 window A. C. units , both 24,000 BTU, 230/208 V...$250 EACH or $450 for Both....VERY GOOD CONDITION. 1974, F150 Ford pick up truck, 4X4, Automatic & 2005-2.5 S..4 cyclinder NISSAN ALTIMA. $400/each. Call 804-426-3911

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RESTAURANT & FOOD SERV. Part time - Bouncers, Bartenders, Cooks, Busboys & Hostesses needed! Send resume or apply within for an interview, Calabash Seafood, 7514 Lee Davis Road, Mechanicsville, Virginia 23111. 804-746-8630

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