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Ashland Train Day returns as spring extravaganza By Christina Amano Dolan Editor Families and train enthusiasts from near and far flocked to Ashland Saturday to celebrate the return of the town’s beloved street festival. Hosted by the Downtown Ashland Association, Ashland Train Day kicked off for its 18th year on April 30 and drew together a crowd of thousands from across the county, region and even international visitors. “Ashland Train Day is the see TRAIN DAY, pg. 16
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Washington Capitals help county celebrate Barton Rink rededication By Christina Amano Dolan Editor
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Two-year-old Remy and his father Julian of Richmond watch in amazement as a freight train passes the Ashland.
A crowd of excited community members gathered Sunday at the newly renovated Matthew and Daniel Barton Memorial Rink to officially celebrate the facility’s reopening and renovations.
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Chair of the Hanover Board of Supervisors Angela Kelly-Wiecek drops a hockey puck while Trevor Barton, left, and Peter Robinson, right, performed a ceremonial ‘face off’ in order to honor the reopening of the Matthew and Daniel Barton Memorial Rink.
The Washington Capitals and Hanover County Parks and Recreation hosted a rededication ceremony on May 1, along with two
street hockey clinics surrounding the ceremony that were open to both children and parents. see BARTON RINK, pg. 18
Mechanicsville nine seek open school board appointment By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local Mechanicsville District supervisor Canova Peterson has until May 25 to decide which one of nine nominees will be appointed to serve on the county’s school board for a four-year term beginning in July.
After hearing from seven of those nominees and a number of their supporters during a public hearing last week, Peterson said the decision won’t be easy given the number of qualified candidates who presented themselves for consideration. “I don’t think I’ll come up with a bad decision because I’ve got a lot of good
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options here tonight,” Peterson said. “I want to thank everybody for stepping up and everyone who has come here to support your friends. I’d like each of you to contact me so we can set up a time to have a one-on-one conversation. I want to hear with each of you has to say. This is all about what is best for Hanover County and Hanover County schools.”
Peterson alluded to the short time frame provided to make the final decision, but assured the audience that due diligence and a thorough vetting of all the nominees will be completed. He asked all the candidates to contact him as soon as possible to set up interviews see SCHOOL BOARD, pg. 8
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Shown are cast members of Hanover High School’s upcoming play ‘Our Town’: Heather McKercher, Ainsley Lawhorn, Casey Leoni, Hayden Davis,Sophia Gurdin, Bailey Bergeron, Audrey Knight, Kylie Secore, Aidan Jacobs, Mason LaPenna, Rashaad Scott, Savannah Harper, Campbell Berry, Max Ford, Tyler Paquin, Dylan Page, James Woods, Ella Brant and Trevor Meyer.
The Hanover Theatre Company of Hanover High School will present “Our Town,” a play by Thornton Wilder, on May 5 through May 7 at 7 p.m. in the Hanover High School auditorium. “Our Town” tells the story of two young Grover’s Corner neighbors,
George Gibbs and Emily Webb, whose childhood friendship evolves into romance. The play is told in three acts: daily life, love and marriage, and death, depicting the circle of life as a universal human experience. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students.
First responders open auction house for Central Virginia Contributed Report news@mechocal.com A local cop and a firefighter recently joined forces to introduce Boundless Auctions, a new auction house in Central Virginia. Andy Parisi, a former deputy sheriff, and Brandon Jones, a volunteer firefighter and former finance manager, struck up a lasting friendship that connected their families in 2008. Parisi and Jones always discussed their dreams and desires to spend more time with family and build something of significance. Their life experiences combined with an interest in entrepreneurship propelled their ideas forward very quickly, and they both left their longstanding careers to build a business together. Born out of their passion to serve, the pair began helping
their neighbors and community members clear out and sell items from their homes, farms and warehouses and found they had a knack for researching and selling common and unique items. Boundless Auction Services was established after the pair found a continual need for an auction service that would cater and care about the sellers and buyers in their local community. Parisi and Jones are committed to providing any and all auction needs that focus on the best experience and service. Licensed Auctioneer Brandon Jones and Auction Manager Andy Parisi provide turn-key online and in-person auctions. These include but are not limited to estate, real estate, vehicles, consignment, commercial and industrial auctions.
Boundless Auction Services utilizes an online auction platform called Proxibid, which is an online marketplace where people buy and sell a wide variety of both new and preowned items. This leading platform connects buyers and sellers from over 190 countries in a simple way. Proxibid prides itself on using sophisticated fraud prevention tools as well. Boundless Auction Services, a Regional Richmond Auction House, serves those in Richmond, Henrico, Hanover, Chesterfield, Midlothian, Powhatan, Goochland, Cumberland, Prince William and Chester. Boundless Auction Services offers a 5% discount to all first responders and military. You can follow the team on Facebook, visit their website, www.boundlessauctions.com, or give them a call at 804-4820092.
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Skeletal remains located in wooded area The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office received a call at about 5:10 p.m. Friday, April 29 from a citizen regarding locating possible human skeletal remains. The remains were observed by citizens while collecting trash in a wooded area near the intersection of Atlee Station Road and Staple Lane. Deputies arrived on scene and observed the remains that were found. With the assistance of the Office of the Chief Medical
Examiner, the remains were confirmed to be human. Investigators have been able to make a probable identification. However, additional investigation and laboratory analysis will be required to confirm identity. At this time, this is being classified as a death investigation, not a homicide, as there were no signs or evidence of foul play. Anyone with further information about this case is asked to contact the Hanover
County Sheriff’s Office at (804) 365-6140 or the Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Citizens can also download the “P3 Tips” app for their mobile device to submit their tip. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous. Information submitted by Lt. James Cooper, information officer for the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.
SHERIFF’S REPORTS March 8
Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 13500th block of Thomaswoods Lane, Ashland. Identity theft with financial loss more than $200 was reported in the 8100th block of Wagon Trail Lane, Mechanicsville. Use of profane or threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 8000th block of Darva Glen, Mechanicsville. Simple assault was reported in the 8200th block of Fieldshire Drive/Fieldshire Court, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 300th block of S James Street, Ashland.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 10200th block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 7100th block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 7300th block of Pickett Avenue, Mechanicsville.
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Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 6100th block of Poppy
Threats in writing was reported in the 7900th block of Colony Drive, Mechanicsville.
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Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 7100th block of Brandy Run Drive, Mechanicsville.
Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 9100th block of Covington Ridge Court, Mechanicsville.
Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 9300th block of Berry Farm Court, Mechanicsville.
Identity fraud, use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 13200th block of Slayden Circle, Ashland.
Marijuana on school grounds was reported in the 12400th block of W Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.
Violation of a protective order (General) was reported in the 11200th block of Cobbs Road, Glen Allen.
Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 6300th block of War Horse Lane, Mechanicsville.
Making threats to extort money was reported in the 9100th block of Harvey Hollow Drive, Mechanicsville.
Driver not reporting accident with damage up to $1,000 was reported in the 6300th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Driver not reporting accident with damage more than $250 was reported in the 4000th block of Spring Run Road, Mechanicsville. Exploiting a mentally disabled person for money, more than $200 was reported in the 10300th block of Lewistown Road, Ashland.
Grand larceny, building was reported in the 7300th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Public swearing or intoxication was reported in the 11600th block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.
Theft of firearms, regardless of value, not from a person was reported in the 10100th block of Maple Leaf Court, Ashland.
Making threats to extort money was reported in the 7100th block of Edgewood Road, Mechanicsville. Drugs: possession of a Schedule III controlled substance was reported in the 100th block of Haley Road, Ashland. Simple assault was reported in the 7000th block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.
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Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 9100th block of Ivy Banks Drive, Mechanicsville. Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 8200th block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 7500th block of Crossbill Court, Mechanicsville.
Failure to appear on a felony charge was reported in the 7500th block of County Complex Road, Hanover.
Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 10100th block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.
Identity fraud, use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 12400th block of Killigay Lane, Maidens.
Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 15200th block of Woodman Hall Road, Montpelier.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 13400th block of Deer Creek Road, Ashland.
Identity theft, obtaining ID to avoid arrest was reported in the 8200th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Henrico County, Mechanicsville.
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CALENDAR Thursday, May 5 The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold a public hearing on the Fall Line Trail, a multiuse trail within Chesterfield, Hanover and Henrico counties, as well as the cities of Colonial Heights, Petersburg and Richmond and the Town of Ashland. The primary purpose of the meetings is to review the proposed location and alignment refinements to the corridor and receive feedback from citizens and stakeholders. The meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn, Southpark Capitol Ballroom, 800 Southpark Boulevard, Colonial Heights, VA 23834. The meeting will be held in an open-house style format with no formal presentation given. Attendees are encouraged to arrive at any time during the open-house window. VDOT representatives will be present to discuss the alignment
and answer any questions. Comments about the proposed location and alignment refinements may be submitted at the meeting or until May 15 by mailing them to the Virginia Department of Transportation, c/o Fall Line Trail Public Hearing, 2430 Pine Forest Drive, Colonial Heights, VA 238349002. Comments can also be emailed to FallLine@VDOT. Virginia.gov. Reference “Fall Line Trail Public Hearing” in the subject line.
Thursday, May 5 and Thursday, May 12 The Ashland Museum will offer two guided walking tours of Woodland Cemetery in May. Join Susan Tucker, Woodland Cemetery Administrator, for the look at history and stories found at Woodland. Members are free and non-members are $15. Reservations and information are available at ash-
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Thursday, May 5 to Saturday, May 7 The Hanover Theatre Company will present “Our Town” for three nights at Hanover High School at 7 p.m. “Our Town” is a play that tells the story of two young Grover’s Corners neighbors, George Gibbs and Emily Webb, whose childhood friendship evolves into romance. It is told in three acts: daily life, love and marriage, and death, depicting the circle of life as a universal human experience.
Tuesday, May 10 The Hanover Republican Women’s Club will hold its monthly meeting at Anna’s Italian Kitchen, 7009 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, at 6 p.m. The guest speaker will be State Senator 12th District
Dr. Siobhan Dunnavant. For additional information about the meeting or becoming a member of the HRWC, contact Nancy Russell, President at nsrussell29@yahoo.com or visit www.hrwomen.com. Mechanicsville AARP Chapter 5407 will be meeting from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Library, located at 7461 Crossing Place, Mechanicsville. Contact President Ed Taylor with any questions: 804-3983759.
Tuesday, May 17 Hanover AARP Chapter 5335 is holding a “Maryland Live Casino and Shopping” event. The bus will leave at 8 a.m. from the Food Lion parking lot, located at 253 N. Washington Highway, Ashland and will head to Maryland Live/Arundel Mills Outlets. The bus returns at 8 p.m. The cost is $50 per person and is due no later than
Fax submissions to calendar to 344-8746, email to events@mechlocal. com, or mail to 8460 Times-Dispatch 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. May 7. Call Kathy at 804798-1613 and leave a message with a name and phone number.
Saturday, June 11 The Ashland Strawberry Faire will be held on the streets of Randolph-Macon College. Strawberries, food, entertainment, arts, crafts, and local business vendors make for a fantastic day! Free parking and free trolley service. Visit ww.ashlandstrawberryfaire. com for more information.
Ongoing Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions One Stop Shop (MCEF OSS) is open for food, clothing and linens from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and from 6:30
to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at 7235 Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville (rear parking lot). The shop is available for residents in the 23111 and 23116 zip codes with identification and proof of residency.
Saturdays Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland Campus, located at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland two miles west of U.S. 1, holds its church service at 5 p.m. with Pastor Rev. Dr. Roy Minnix For more information, visit www.trinityrichmond.net or call 804270-9626.
Sundays All Souls Episcopal Church celebrates Holy see CALENDAR, pg. 5
Hanover County recognizes child care providers Contributed Report news@mechocal.com The Hanover County Board of Supervisors took steps Wednesday, April 27 to recognize the tireless efforts of Hanover County’s child care providers. The board presented a proclamation declaring May 6 “Child Care Appreciation Day.” On this day, child care workers are to be celebrated and appreciated for the important role they play in providing critical quality care to children. This includes daycare workers, nannies, teachers and other caregivers who are essential in helping working parents continue to provide for their families.
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“The last couple of years have been especially difficult on the child care profession,” said Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chair of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. “We are so fortunate to have many excellent providers in our community, and we are grateful for their service.” It’s estimated over half the children under the age of 6 nationwide spend more time on a weekly basis in a non-parental care arrangement that provides essential enrichment and nurturing opportunities. On May 6, Hanover encourages citizens to take a moment to thank child care providers. Hanover Child Care Appreciation Day coincides with National Provider Appreciation Day.
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Each child care center in attendance of the April 27 Hanover Board of Supervisors meeting was presented with a copy of a proclamation to recognize their efforts. Shown from left to right are Kathi Thomasson of Kiddie Kingdom, Kristi Bowles of Walnut Grove Children’s Center, Misti Binns of Walnut Grove Children’s Center, Donna Anthony of County Day School, Frances Powell of Tuckaway Child Development and Early Education Center, Board of Supervisors Chair Angela Kelly-Wiecek and Board of Supervisor F. Michael Herzberg.
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Two Hanover High Schools honored for financial literacy education Contributed Report news@mechocal.com Two high schools in Hanover County have been recognized as among the best in the country for financial literacy education. Working in Support of Education (W!se), a nonprofit organization based in New York City, announced recently that Atlee High School (AHS) and Patrick Henry High School (PHHS) have earned the distinction of being named a Blue Star School for their students’ outstanding performance on the 2020-2021 W!se Financial Literacy Certification Test. To earn the coveted award, a school must have achieved an 80% passing rate on W!se’s Financial Literacy Certification Test and have either a majority of students on a given grade level receive personal finance instruction or a minimum 10% of a school’s enrollment taking
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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
the certification test. “When our students leave our school, it is extremely important for us to know that we have given them the tools for their toolbox to make sound financial decisions as adults," said Dr. John Wheeler, Atlee High School Principal. "Receiving this award demonstrates that our talented and dedicated staff members are delivering quality instruction and are equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to manage money effectively." “We are excited to celebrate our students and staff for their work to achieve this recognition,” said PHHS Principal Chris Martinez. “It is a testament to our students' focus and our teachers who strive to provide them with relevant, meaningful and rigorous instruction.” In addition to AHS and PHHS receiving the Blue Star designation, seven Hanover teachers earned Gold Star status in recognition of their
Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the NorthStar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 Steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. All are welcome. For 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 804249-1845. The website is http://www.mcshin.org.
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students' success on the W!se test. This distinction is given to a teacher with at least one class in which all students earned 93% or better on the test. The teachers recognized for their students’ performance are Julie Emerson of Atlee, Amber Haas of Patrick Henry, Sarah Huss of Patrick
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Henry, Tyler Kane of Hanover High School, Luke Kupscznk of Patrick Henry, Stephen Salvato of Mechanicsville High School and Steven Teator of Patrick Henry. Information courtesy of Chris Whitley, assistant superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools.
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Stories of the railroad survived by the storytellers and listeners By Christina Amano Dolan Editor
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t didn’t take long to take notice of the community’s passion for railroad history – especially in the weeks leading up to Ashland Train Day. This buzz surrounding the beloved street festival sparked a curiosity for the county’s extensive railroad history that began with my earliest excursions around Hanover County. In my first visit to the Ashland Visitor Center, while wandering around the historic train station, it was impossible not to marvel at the gallery of artifacts, including old conductors’ uniforms, photographs and even the original station benches. The visit offered great insight into the integral role that railroads played in shaping Hanover County’s identity. Flipping through the Pamunkey Regional Library programs last month, I came across an intriguing calendar listing entitled “The AfricanAmerican Experience on the Railroad” that invited interested residents to hear the authentic stories of Donald Coles, a retired railroad worker, and learn how railroads and music have impacted his life. I attended the hour-long program to better understand this shared community passion for its railroads and discovered the compelling stories of those who have lived through its history. The modest library meeting room held a group of local history and railroad enthusiasts, who helped create a comfortable and interactive atmosphere throughout the evening. One of the most enjoyable features of the program was rooted in the various modes of storytell-
ing. Following in the footsteps of both his grandfather and father as a RF&P worker, Coles shared the multigenerational stories of how railroads have impacted his family’s life along with his own. Artwork, artifacts, instruments, video and narration were used to convey the experiences of Coles, his family and all who contributed to the region’s extensive network of railroads through the decades. He shared a video on the history of the Buckingham Lining Bar Gang, which was a group of retired railroad workers who reenacted the laborious days of lining tracks by hand before mechanization took over. The gang would travel the country offering demonstrations while singing the work songs of the track-liners, many of which were passed down through generations of workers. These songs helped crew members synchronize movements while also lifting spirits under extreme working conditions. Coles discussed the role that a love of music played in his own life – how he carried it with him throughout his days as a railroad worker. To help pass the time, he brought his guitar to work almost every single day and sang along with other crew members. With an accompanying background instrumental playing through speakers, he sat before the crowd with his guitar and harmonica and offered a memorable performance of “What a Wonderful World.” He summoned everyone to sing along, and the room swelled into an ensemble of music that seemed to transport listeners to a different setting entirely. The ending of the evening transitioned into
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a more nostalgic note, as Coles and audience member James Stallworth, who worked alongside Coles, spoke of the ever-changing railroad industry with the advancement of technology. While Coles once stood in an over-crowded locker room of hundreds of railroad workers a few decades ago with a multitude of trades, Stallworth noted how the workforce continues to dramatically shrink. He said in just five years, most locomotives will require only a single engineer on board with the rise of cruise-controlled locomotives and other advancements. A train’s horn sounded distantly in the background as Stallworth spoke, and it seemed to offer a powerful message as the evening program came to a close. Despite technological advances changing the industry, the stories of those who contributed to the region’s extensive network of railroads and their experiences lives on through the storytellers themselves and those who eagerly listen. Coles ended the evening with a powerful performance of “A Change Is Gonna Come,” and a round of applause sounded throughout the room when he finished. When I talked to the talented gentleman after the program, he spoke of his love for sharing the stories of his railroad days with others, as it remains engrained in his family’s history. While I walked away far from an expert on the subject, it was a uniquely enlightening exploration of the region’s rich railroad history. I found that there is no true storyteller like those who have lived, and continue to live, through the stories themselves.
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Reader offers rebuttal of remarks in Williamson letter It is very simple answer to your questions, sir. Biden, like George H. W. Bush, Jimmy Carter, Dubya, Reagan, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Ford, Nixon, Obama and even Clinton were all normal human beings who make mistakes like you and I and then admit it and try to change for the better. Trump is an evil anomaly who’s never uttered the words, “I apologize.” The very first thing he did was mock John McCain for his service in Vietnam while he gained five deferments because his fat cat daddy had hundreds of millions of dollars. This should’ve been enough for everyone who understands the extent of sacrifice given by all U.S. military service members and their families. Then he made fun of someone with a serious disability. This should’ve been enough. Bragging about grabbing women by their genitalia should’ve been enough. Misusing money from a veterans’ charity fund should’ve been enough. There were dozens and dozens of signals for everyone to see. However, some just don’t want to see. Finally, all White House documents are, and always have been, “the people’s property.” Why has Trump gone so far as to go to the Supreme Court to keep these items private? I’ve said enough because at this point: “To those who understand, no explanation is necessary. To those who will never understand, no expansion is possible.” MAJ US Army (ret) Richard Ryder, PhD Mechanicsville
Hanover’s Day Health and Rehabilitation Program improving lives of individuals with disabilities Goodman’s staff includes Pam Barrafato and Dorothy Gibson, Training Specialist Supervisors; Kelly Blankenship; Shera Glasco; Veronica Gregory; Clarence
Hart; Shavonne Jefferson; Patty Reel; Sharon WalkerOliver; and Donnetta Whitfield. Dorothy has been with the program for 32 years and Pam for 28 and a half
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which is April. Information submitted by Tom Harris, information officer for the Hanover County Administrator’s Office.
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and requested detailed resumes from all those interested in the position. “You have given me a hard job to accomplish over the next few weeks, but we are going to do it together,” he said. That list of nominees includes Sterling Daniel, the current representative for Mechanicsville, who was appointed in 2020 to replace Roger Bourassa, who resigned abruptly after serving two years of his four-year term. Less than 48 hours after being appointed, Hanover County schools closed due to the pandemic, and the ensuing two years provided its fare share of challenges for Hanover schools. “I have no interest in driving a particular ideology. I’m just here to serve the students,” Daniel said as nominations were accepted at the April 26 board of supervisors meeting. “I’m simply a father of children in our schools with an extensive amount of knowledge and experience that is directly applicable to the operations of our school system.” Daniel served as a budget advisor for education and finance for three Virginia governors and currently serves as
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associate dean of finance at the VCU School of Nursing. He provided his assessment regarding the current status of Hanover schools. “Today, our schools are filled with dedicated professionals educating our children. At the end of the day, when I see more than 95% of our students graduating on time, the majority with advanced diplomas from all different walks of life, you can call it equity, inclusiveness or whatever you want. I call it success,” he concluded. Mechanicsville businessman and CPA Johnny Redd was also nominated and said his previous service on the school board from 1980-84 and his deep roots with the Hanover community prepare him well for the pending appointment. “I served on the school board before some of these candidates here tonight were even born,” Redd said during the public hearing. “Our school board today faces issues well beyond our imagination
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of what we would have been facing years ago.” Jerry McCormick also placed his name in nomination, but conceded he has little experience in the education field. “I’ve never been a teacher, a principal or part of any school administration. However, I am a parent and have been watching school board meetings from afar for the past two or three years,” McCormick, a relationship manager by trade, said. The father of two children in Hanover schools, one with special needs, said his experience with the system has prepared him to serve. “While I’ve never been a part of HCPS, you could say that we’ve had a relationship over the years,” McCormick said. Realtor Ryan Hudson was a nominee during the last round of nominations in 2020, and is again seeking the seat during the current appointment process. “I am humbled to have the opportunity to stand before you as a nominee for the Hanover
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County School Board,” Hudson said during the public hearing. “We find ourselves at a pivotal time in the life of our community. Hanover County has become ground zero for national policy. Like school districts across the nation and particularly the Commonwealth, the sovereignty of the parent is front and center,” the father of three added. Kimberly Thurston is a Mechanicsville single mother of three who has been active in recent hot button issues at school board meetings and is seeking appointment to the Mechanicsville seat. “I’m here tonight to tell you why I am the most qualified candidate for the Mechanicsville seat on the school board,” Thurston said at last week’s meeting. “I am passionate about this county and I am passionate about our children’s education and well being. I am not here to play politics with our children. I am here to advocate for what is right for our community, and I will work
tirelessly to do the right thing for the children who are in our schools,” she added. Paul Heizer was nominated but did not attend last week’s meeting. Heizer is a school administrator in Caroline County and has two children in HCPS. Chris Cray’s name was also placed in nomination by a supporter, but he was not present at the meeting. Mother of eight and businesswoman Sarah Gragnani Butler was also nominated to fill the seat beginning July 1. “The main reason I would appreciate the opportunity to sit on the school board is to be the voice for children, the voice they can’t be,” she said. “I believe … the firsthand knowledge of what my children experience every day will bring a different perspective to the board. I am determined and I know that I can be the voice for many children and make them proud.” Ryan Martin is the vice president of a local company and has a lifelong relationship with Hanover County. The Virginia Tech graduate is seeking appointment as the Mechanicsville representative on the board, and said his business and leadership skills will well serve the board. Martin is also an Division I and Division III NCAA basketball official. “I am a Hanoverian to the core and a proud product of the Hanover County school system,” Martin said. “I love this county and the people in it. I’d be a good asset to the school board because I am an experienced leader. My colleagues would say that I am an effective leader because I am a good listener,” the father of three said. “If appointed, I will do just that. I will listen to stakeholders of the school system from all walks of life regardless of who they are,” Martin said. Hanover County is one of only 16 school districts with appointed school boards versus elected panels.
The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office says ‘gift cards are for gifts’ Contributed Report The Local The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office advises the public to remain cautious with gift card purchases. The public should not use a gift card for anything other than a gift, such as paying a utility bill. If someone asks for payment using any type of gift card, this is a scam. If this happens, contact the Sheriff ’s Office immediately at 804-365-6140.
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Grand larceny, $500 or more, not from a person was reported in the 7000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 10100th block of Lewistown Road, Ashland.
Simple assault was reported in the 10100th block of Kings Dominion Boulevard Road, Doswell.
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Violation of a protective order with violence, second offense within 5 years was reported in the 11200th block of Cobbs Road, Glen Allen.
Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 10300th block of Tarleton Drive, Mechanicsville.
Credit card fraud, less than $200 in six months was reported in the 7000th block of Colonel Crump Drive, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 8000th block of Mcclellan Road, Mechanicsville.
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Hanover County Bar Association to hold first annual charity golf tournament By Christina Amano Dolan Editor The Hanover County Bar Association is introducing its first annual charity golf tournament this year to benefit Hanover Safe Place and promote local businesses. The event is scheduled for June 20 and will take place at Hunting Hawk Golf Club, located at 15201 Ashland Road, Glen Allen and will feature a breakfast, lunch, an awards ceremony, raffle prizes and more. Joseph Omick, the event organizer and treasurer of the Hanover County Bar Association, said the idea for an event to benefit a local charity was dreamed up by the association’s officers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Planning for the event took off in November with restrictions gradually lifting. “So me along with the other officers kind of put our heads together and said, you know, ‘If not now, when?’” Omick said. “So it kind of spearheaded this year and we hope to have it be successful so this can be an annual thing.” The Hanover County Bar Association is a community organization of local attorneys that provides service to the community and fosters relationships among members of the bar. Omick said they selected Hanover Safe Place as this year’s charity partner due to the organization’s meaningful impact on the community. Hanover Safe Place is an Ashlandbased organization that aims to prevent sexual and domestic violence, provide services to those affected and spread community awareness for support and resources. Services offered to victims of domestic and sexual violence include 24/7 hotline services, safety planning,
emergency shelter to Hanover County and Town of Ashland residents in imminent danger, case management, educational and prevention programs, weekly support groups and more. They also offer food pantry items to shelter and community clients. In 2020 alone, Hanover Safe Place sheltered 63 people for a total of 2,289 nights, assisted 53 individuals with obtaining permanent housing, responded to 4,489 hotline calls, held 730 individual counseling sessions with 175 individuals, provided court accompaniment and advocacy to 281 individuals and provided
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services to 157 sexual assault victims. “I just think they do a great service for our community,” Omick said. “Our attorneys, especially those in criminal and family law, see the impact that they have in our community. It’s an important cause to get behind.” All of the proceeds from the charity golf tournament will directly benefit Hanover Safe Place. The event will kick off at 8 a.m. and will feature 18 holes with cart, refreshments, breakfast, lunch, welcome bags gifted to players, special event holes, raffle and awards ceremony. The tournament will be in the format of a four-person scramble and currently offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities for local
businesses. Businesses will have the opportunity to register as sponsors and feature their logo at a variety of destinations during the event. The event’s awards ceremony will feature prizes and awards given to first, second and third place winners. Prizes will also be given to the winners of the Longest Drive and Closest to the Pin contests. The event’s raffle will follow the awards ceremony, with 100% of the raffle proceeds donated to Hanover Safe Place. They are currently seeking donations for raffle prizes, welcome bags, awards and prizes. “With small donations spread out throughout the whole field of players, I think one, it’s a good opportunity to have people come back the next year and then too, for these local businesses to get their names out there,” Omick said. Those who are interested in donating any awards or prizes, registering as a player or sponsor, or have any questions regarding the event can contact Joseph Omick at omickj@gmail.com. Sponsorship and player registration, along with donation opportunities, will remain open leading up to the event, with the cap for player registration set to 32 teams. Team registration is $400 but those who wish to sign up as an individual can contact Omick. Cash or checks made out to the Hanover Bar Association should be mailed to: Hanover Bar Association, P.O. Box 198, Hanover, VA 23069. “It’s going to be a fun day of golf. It’s a great way to get your business’ name out there, and most importantly, we’re going to be giving to a great cause,” Omick said.
AARP launches online resource center to help protect veterans Contributed Report news@mechocal.com Virginia’s more than 726,000 military veterans and active-duty service members are at risk of being targeted by scammers. AARP recently launched the AARP Veterans Fraud Center, a new online education and resource center to help protect veterans, service members and their families against fraud. To access the fraud center, visit www.aarp.org/vetsfraudcenter. According to an AARP survey, one in three military/veteran adults reported losing money to scams that are specifically trying to take advantage of the trust they have in the military community. Veterans, active-duty service members and their families are 40% more likely to lose money to scams and fraud than the civilian population. These individuals lost more than $267 million in 2021, up from $102 million in 2020 (a 162% increase), according to the Federal Trade Commission. “Targeting scams at members of the military community is unconscio-
nable,” said AARP Virginia State President Joyce Williams. “AARP Virginia has launched this effort to alert veterans and their families of the latest scams and how to avoid them.”
Top scams aimed at veterans include: Benefit buyouts: Turning over U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) pension and/ or disability benefits for a supposed lump-sum payment that never materializes (47%). Fraudulent records scam: Paying for updated personal military records (32%). The fake charitable giving request: Donating to fake veteran charities (32%). Free resources in the AARP Veterans Fraud Center include: A new AARP Watchdog Alert Handbook: Veterans’ Edition, highlighting tips to detect the most common ways con artists target veterans and military families; The AARP Fraud see AARP, pg. 26
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DUNN, Gary W., 63, of Mechanicsville, Va., went to be with the Lord Monday, April 25, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gordon H. Dunn and Gladys Snead Dunn Waggoner; brothers, Hugh Conner (Patsy), A. Wayne Conner; and brotherin-law, Robert Martin; sisters, Claire D. Davis and Yvonne D. Burnette and her husband, Jerry. He is survived by his daughters, Amanda Perry (Charles) and Katherine Dunn; three grandchildren, Amaya, Nevaeh and Awnah; his siblings, Alvin Conner (Carol), Stan Conner (Brenda), Gerald Conner, Dorinda C. Martin, Edwin Dunn, Kenny Dunn (Misti), Brian Dunn, Chip Dunn; and stepsister, Margaret Greer; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; and his beloved fur babies, Tara, Little
Genie, Bully, Baby Cutie and Big Boy. Gary was a huge collector of many things, including spiders, coins and all things University of Alabama football! He loved pro wrestling, NHRA, his dogs and of course, Alabama football. He recently enjoyed opening Pokémon cards with his grandbabies and spending cherished time with his family. He is surely sitting in heaven talking Alabama football strategy with Coach Bear Bryant as we speak. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 2, 2022, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. A funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at Brooks Lyon Funeral Home, 115 Main Street, South Boston, Va. 24592. Interment followed in Oakland Cemetery in Scottsburg, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ASPCA or your local animal shelter.
Ellis Jr. and Teresa Wade; 11 grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren and a host of relatives. Lonnie was a very hardworking man throughout his life. He retired from Reynolds Metals as a machinist and worked in Sales at Sears Roebuck & Co., Cheek and Shockley RV Sales until opening his own Used Car Lot in 1991, which he ran until retirement. He loved spending time with his family, especially at the river, camping, fishing, eating crabs and of course, working and fixing anything he could get his hands on. He will be truly missed. Visitation was held Wednesday, April 27, 2022 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, where services were held Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. Funeral procession immediately followed to Signal Hill Cemetery. A Celebration of Life TBA at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or The Children's Hospital. ELVA TATE HASHER
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ELLIS, Lonnie Albert Sr., passed away peacefully Friday, April 22, 2022. He was predeceased by his parents, Walter and Gladys Ellis; many brothers and sisters; and his daughter, Cheryl Hager. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Jean Tate Ellis; sister, Marion Sanders; children, Cindy Marshall (Buddy), Lonnie
HASHER, Elva Tate, the widow of F. Conway Hasher, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. She was born on May 18, 1925 in Fredericksburg, Va., to the late George Dewey Tate and Grace Truman Hudson Tate. Elva grew up in King George, Va. and spent most of her life in Mechanicsville, Va. She attended Averett College and graduated from Mary Washington College. She is survived by her daughter, Anne Hasher Tewell and "perfect" son-in-law, Thomas Paul Tewell, of Waverly, Va. She is also survived by a large extended Hudson family. She
taught home economics in King George and later, was a substitute teacher at Lee-Davis High School. She retired from Contel Telephone Co. and volunteered at Memorial Regional Medical Center until March of 2020. Friends could call Monday, May 2, 2022, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road, where funeral services were held 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, 2022. The interment followed at 3 p.m. in the Hudson Family Cemetery in King George. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mechanicsville Baptist Church or a charity of your choice.
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HURST, Irene R., 85, of Mechanicsville, went to be with her Lord on April 19, 2022. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Anna K. Hurst. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, John H. Hurst III "Scotty"; son, John (Deborah); daughter, Carol Anne Ziolkowski (John); grandchildren, Thomas (Kelly), Alexandra, Nicholas and Paul; four greatgrandchildren and extended family. Irene graduated from The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, School of Nursing. She worked as a registered nurse for Richmond City Schools, Richmond Memorial Hospital and was very active in the Refugee Ministry at the Catholic Church of the see OBITUARIES, pg. 11
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Redeemer. The family would like to thank the caring staff of both Autumn Care of Mechanicsville and Legacy Hospice. Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 7, at the Catholic Church of the Redeemer in Mechanicsville, Va., where a Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to a Ukrainian relief fund or other charitable causes. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.
and father, Ken Kraft. He had many dear friends and a special love for all his cousins and his grandparents who passed before him, James and Marlene McGrath and Norman and Irene Kraft. Tim loved life and everyone in his life. His celebration will be held at Mechanicsville Presbyterian Church on May 7, 2022, at 5 p.m. Please visit www.mykeeper.com/ events/TimothyKraft/ if you can attend either virtually or in person! Donations can be made in Tim's memory at http://medhomeplus.org/ 2022/03/07/in-memory-oftim-kraft/. Tim's time on this earth was shorter than average, but he experienced life in a manner that was dynamic and full. He wishes each of you peace!
Schmidt, Judy Echard (Chris), Gayle Lucas and Jody Brown (Steve Neal); one nephew, Jack Hornberger. She is also survived by numerous great and great-great-nieces and nephews; as well as a beloved friend, Gladys M. Shoemaker. A funeral service will be held on Monday, May 9, 2022, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Bennett's Funeral Home, 8014 LeeDavis Road, Mechanicsville, Va. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 12 to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Road.
Thursday, April 28, 2022, at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 9271 Shady Grove Road, in Mechanicsville. A graveside service was conducted 2 p.m. Friday at Farnham Baptist Church Cemetery, 4632 Farnham Creek Rd., Farnham, Va. 22460. Online condolences at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.
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LITWINOWICZ, Olive Hornberger, 93, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on April 27, 2022. She passed away after being surrounded by her family at her home at Covenant Woods Retirement Community. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Stanley Litwinowicz. Olive retired from the Baptist General Association of Virginia, after more than 30 years of service. While there, she was involved in scheduling and participating in youth conferences at Eagle Eyrie. Working with the youth was one of her great passions. Olive was a charter member of Mechanicsville Baptist Church, serving as a Deacon, Sunday school teacher, as well as being a proud member of the church choir. Olive is survived by five nieces, Vivian Beasley (Robert), Jean
Family will receive friends at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4 at Sandston Baptist Church in Sandston, Va., with the funeral service starting at 1:30 p.m. Burial will follow at Washington Memorial Park in Sandston, Va. In honor of Charlotte, her daughter requests you to attend in your favorite Washington Football team attire or come as you are. In lieu of flowers, memorials should be made to Sandston Baptist Church. see OBITUARIES, pg. 12
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KRAFT, Mr. Timothy Patrick. Welcome to a celebration of Tim's eclectic, not-so-ordinary life! Tim brought his smile and irreverent sense of humor to this world on March 26, 1990. He was born in Richmond, Virginia and spent his early life in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Tim lived in Richmond, New York City and Los Angeles. He spent time traveling around the world and loved his time in London, Japan, New Zealand, Thailand, South Africa and the Philippines. Tim was an avid soccer player, musician, martial arts fan and chef. Tim had a talent for drawing and painting, skills that helped him when he became ill. Even after his passing, Tim will have an article published in "The Folk Art Messenger" that outlines his art and how it changed with his illness. Tim moved on to his next address on February 27, 2022. He left behind his beloved siblings, Daniel and Julie; mother, Colleen Kraft;
Jr.; sister, Nancy Williamson; brother, Alex Williamson; parents, William and Anita Williamson; and special friends, Fangz and Brownie. She is survived by her colorful daughter, Tracy Lee Propst and "furgrandchildren," Yetah and Roscoe, all of Sandston. She is also survived by two brothers, Fred Williamson (Nancye) of Alton, Va. and Byrdie Williamson (Martha) of Danville, Va.; and sister-in-law, Betty Williamson of Alton, Va.; numerous nieces and nephews, many cousins, extended family and dear friends.
MOTHERSHEAD, William Donald, 79, born March 3, 1943, died April 25, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Marsha Woleben Mothershead; daughter, Sarah Lee Mothershead; son, Rodney William Mothershead; grandchildren, Allie MothersheadJordan, Alexander, Alisha and Brandi Tillery, Thomas Mothershead, Kayla Short, Cooper and Tucker Jackson; sister, Mary Mothershead Crowder; nephew, Ray Crowder; and stepsons, Allen and Whitney Jackson. Donald served in the U.S. Army and was discharged in 1971. He worked for a time at Philip Morris and owned service stations in the Richmond Metro area. Donald was a fan of the Washington Redskins and Atlanta Braves; and was devoted to his dogs, Bingo, Lightning and Midnight. The family received friends 6 to 8 p.m.
PROPST, Charlotte Marie (Williamson), of Sandston, Va., went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 25, 2022, where she was greeted by her husband, Thomas Lee Propst
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SCHOOLS, Elizabeth Davis, 84, of Howerton, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 19, 2022. Elizabeth was a member of the Howerton Baptist Church and a retired secretary for the Commonwealth of Virginia division of Vital Records and from Walmart. She also worked for the Newtown Post office for many years. A loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she was a very sweet and loving person who was always helping others. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard Mack and Della Dorton Davis; and a brother, Bobby Davis. She is survived by her loving daughter, Robin Brooks; and her husband, Larry; three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was laid to rest on Monday, April 25, 2022, in the Howerton Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Howerton Baptist Church, 3875 Essex Mill Road, Dunnsville, Va. 22454, or Essex County Volunteer Rescue Squad, 303 Duke Street, Tappahannock, Va. 22560.
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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 instru-
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SEAT, William "Bill" Ernest, 85, of Mechanicsville, Va., passed away March 26, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Drewery Sandford Seat and Blondin Eva Tuck; five sisters and one brother. He was also preceded in death by his son, Robert "Bobby" Wayne Seat. Survivors are his children, Linda Finney (Tom), Bill Seat (Mia), Susan Simmons (Mark), Catherine O'Donnell (Brian); seven grandkids, 12 great-grandkids and five great-great-grandkids. He was a graduate of John Marshall High School, class of 1954. He served in the Army and Army Reserves. He was a lifelong member of the Richmond East Moose Lodge #1947. Also, he was a lifelong member of the Masons, Manchester Lodge #14. Services were held on Saturday, April 30 at 11 a.m. at Highland Springs Church of Christ, 416 S. Kalmia Ave., Highland Springs, Va. Reception after, then burial at Washington Memorial Cemetery in the mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to the American Cancer society in honor of dad.
YACKLON, Christopher Alan, 25, of Hanover County, went to be with the Lord Friday, April 1, 2022. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, William Carter and Sir Kane Yacklon. He is survived by his newly wedded wife, Brooke Whitesides Yacklon; his mother and stepfather, Deborah and Tracy Crouch; brother, Charlie Yacklon (Ashley); sister, Crystal Crowder (Ray); mother and father-in-law, William and Lisa Whitesides; brothers-in-law, David Whitesides (Rebecca) and Brandon Whitesides; nieces and nephews, Corban and Avalyn Yacklon, Jacob and Angel Crowder and Madison, Lizzy, Makenna and Cooper Whitesides; and many other friends and relatives. Chris proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He loved spending time doing anything outdoors. He never met a stranger and would go out of his way to help anyone in need. He enjoyed tinkering with his tools and guns. Chris had the brightest smile and gave the world's greatest hugs. Thankfully, God saw it fit to bring Christopher to be baptized just a few months before he lost his battle. He
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The American Legion Post 175, located at 8700 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville, holds a “Meet and Greet, Coffee and Donut” event every Tuesday for the community and perspective
Walnut Grove Baptist Church is conducting English and Citizenship classes with open enrollment through May 2022. Classes will be held Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Contact the church office, located
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DR. DANIEL YATES
YATES, Dr. Daniel S. After 81 extraordinary years, the last few of which were marred by his battle against Parkinson's Disease, Daniel Sherman Yates, aka Dan, Danny and Pops, passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022. A Captain of the U.S. Marine Corps, Vietnam veteran, statistics textbook author and gifted, self-taught pianist, Dan was also a big-hearted goofball, known for his sense of humor. Born in New Jersey on March 25, 1940, Dan grew up in West Point, N.Y., at the Military Academy where his father taught in the mathematics department. Growing up, Dan discovered he had the innate ability to hear virtually any song and play it on the piano without ever studying
music. His father, who could read music, would frequently play songs and then stroll away from the piano only to hear Dan playing them by ear shortly thereafter. Dan attended prep school at Randolph Macon Academy and then went on to college at William & Mary before joining the Marines. Dan met his bride of 57 years, Betty Jo Cowles, on a date set up by his sister, Melinda. Betty Jo must have known he was the one on the ride home from the party, as he was steering with his knee, singing a rousing, fullbody version of "Das is my top-notcher." Years later, this same song would elicit peals of laughter from his young children, Carla and Joey, as they tried to mimic his every goofy gesture. Dan and Betty Jo dated until the summer of 1964 and decided to get married before he shipped out to Japan. They married on July 4, 1964, and for the next 57 years, Dan would proudly exclaim, "I lost my independence on Independence Day!" After Betty Jo, Dan's greatest love was making math fun and accessible. Once he returned from proudly serving his country, he continued his studies, earning Master's Degrees at Virginia Tech and a Ph.D. at Florida State. His first and perhaps favorite role was at the Math & Science Center. After that, he taught college and then advanced placement high school students. He often led seminars and workshops
for other teachers and created his own games and hands-on materials for his students. He went on to write multiple statistics textbooks that were so successful they are still widely used today. When he wasn't solving complex problems, or studying the stock market, or donating gallons of blood to Virginia Blood Services, he was happiest with his hands in the dirt. Dan turned their three acres in Mechanicsville into a farmette, with an incredible garden as well as grapevines, fruit trees and homes for his bluebirds and purple martins, or "Skeeter-eaters" as he called them. Friends and family enjoyed his Hanover tomatoes and his grandkids looked forward to helping him dig for "buried treasure" in the garden. Dan continued gardening when they relocated to Covenant Woods, where he also loved singing with the "Creaky Crooners." He had a great, infectious sense of humor and his family always enjoyed hearing him crack himself up trying to get to the punchline of his favorite jokes. He is survived and missed daily by his wife, Betty Jo Yates; two children, Carla Picard and Joey Yates; his sister, Melinda Costin; and four grandchildren, Sara and Sam Yates and Austin and Zack Picard. On May 14 at 3 p.m., we will gather in the Williamsburg Garden at Covenant Woods to celebrate his life. There will be ice cream, as Pops would have wanted.
Mechanicsville. Due to the pandemic, contact President Penny at pennyguiles43@ gmail.com for current meeting at Roma’s or Zoom connection information.
tact Steve Dunham at 804496-6093 or sandrdunham@ yahoo.com.
at 7046 Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. Contact 804746-5081 or at wgbcinfo@ comcast.net or 804-7464696. The classes are free but the students will need to purchase the books required for their class.
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Hanover Rotary meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Roma’s Restaurant at 7240 Bell Creek Rd. in
The Ashland Rotary Club meets weekly at noon at the Iron Horse Restaurant at 100 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. For more information, con-
Overcomers Outreach & Women’s Codependency is a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families. see CALENDAR pg. 27
Operation Christmas Child salutes volunteers for work they offer year-round Contributed Report news@mechocal.com When many read about a seasonal initiative like Operation Christmas Child, thoughts may immediately go to a late fall volunteer opportunity. While the need for higher numbers of volunteers does swell in the weeks leading up to National Collection Week, it takes teams of people that work throughout the year to make it a success. Operation Christmas Child collects shoebox gifts filled with fun toys, school supplies and hygiene items and delivers them to children in need around the world to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way. For many of these children, the gift-filled shoebox is the first gift
they have ever received. Every shoebox gift is an opportunity to share the gospel of Jesus Christ to children, their parents and other family members as well. Local OCC enthusiasts buy, collect, sort and package shoebox items throughout the year. They typically solicit donations, such as toothbrushes from area dental practices or take advantage of clearance sales at local stores. Some negotiate deals with store managers to get even better pricing. Others who enjoy sewing and crafting will donate items for shoeboxes. The handmade clothing, hats, scarves, small toys and games eventually make their way into a shoebox. If the items are not packed by an individual, churches or groups will accept the donations and put them into
Senior Helpers holds free dementia seminar Contributed Report news@mechocal.com Senior Helpers will be holding a free educational event for community members titled Engaging Brain Change and How to Care for Loved Ones with Dementia. The event will be held at Restoration Church, located at 9161 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville, on Saturday, June 4 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Spend the morning gaining awareness, learning useful skills and getting resources to provide better care to a family member living with dementia. The event will help attendees understand what is normal aging versus not normal and what to do when these changes are noticed. Jeff and Cyrenne Fiebelkorn, the new owners of Senior Helpers, and Jen Dowda from Dowda Senior Consultants are partnering with Missy Harden, a certified Positive Approach to Care Independent Consultant and Trainer to bring the community an informative education program about dementia care.
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Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 7500th block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 8200th block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.
Harden has extensive knowledge and training, volunteers with the Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association and is passionate about educating and equipping others with skills to better care for their family member with the disease. Understanding signals of unmet needs and distress in a loved one living with dementia is a key element in care. Learn how to respond not react in ways that reduce anxiety and improves quality of life and relationships for all. The Positive Approach to Care (PAC) encourages care partners to do “with” not “to” as they support loved ones living with brain change. This presentation will feature strategies developed by Teepa Snow, PAC and will be presented by Harden. To RSVP, contact Jeff Fiebelkorn by Friday, June 3 with the number planning to attend. Fiebelkorn can be reached at jfiebelkorn@ seniorhelpers.com or by number: 804-277-2780. Missy Harden can be reached at m.harden143@ gmail.com or by number: 804-405-4474.
Identity theft with financial loss more than $200 was reported in the 8400th block of Wheeling Road, Mechanicsville.
Concealment of price-altered merchandise, less than $500 was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
DWI: First offense was reported in the 8000th
block of Meadowbridge Road/Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville.
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Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 9400th block of Charter Creek Drive, Ashland.
DWI: Drugs, first offense was reported in the 17000th block
shoeboxes for you. Other local groups that work with OCC throughout the year include American Heritage, Trail Life, Young Life, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Bible studies and small groups. These groups not only donate items and pack boxes but often volunteer their time, too. Brenda Evans, OCC Regional Area Coordinator, adds “Without our year-round volunteers and short-term volunteers, we would not have been able to collect and process over 50,000 shoeboxes in this area last year. We also have year-round volunteers that God has called to work with OCC in various capacities. It is all about sharing God's word as He commands us to do. I had the opportunity
to go to Ecuador in 2005 and Columbia in 2015 to distribute shoeboxes. I cannot tell you what it meant to be able to hug a child and give them the gift that was filled with God's love and ours as well. To tell them that Jesus loves them was such a great honor for me. Truly a life changing experience.” Richmond and Henrico have eight dropoff locations across the region. During the 2021 National Collection Week, 158 volunteers worked 980 hours and collected approximately 25,000 boxes. There are 20 individuals that help year-round. Anyone interested in volunteering or donating items may go to SamaritansPurse. org for more details or contact Brenda Evans at 804.514.8368.
Pets of the Week
Photos submitted by Andrew Hodnett
The Hanover County Pound, located at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, has wonderful pets available to a good home. Chief, 58176, is a 2-year-old male Canine/Hound. He has had his first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Chief is a good ole country dog who loves to explore. He is used to being outdoors but is transitioning into a good indoor dog as well. Chief is very sociable. He seems to love being around people. Chief also has done really well around other dogs. He should adjust fine to any living situation, but he will benefit most with an active owner. Muffin, 549607, is a 1-year-old (estimated) neutered male domestic short-haired feline. Talk about a love bug! Muffin is a great cat. He came to the Shelter as a stray earlier this month. Muffin is very friendly around people. He loves to be held. Muffin is well litter trained and clean. He has lived mostly outdoors, but is very comfortable indoors. Muffin also is sociable around other cats. He’s the perfect kitty for anyone looking. For more information on these great pets, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty.gov/Animals/Adopt-a-Pet/.
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THE UNIVERSE FROM THE CENTER
The exploration of the concept of time By Dr. George Spagna Special to Ashland-Hanover Local Last month I threatened a rant about the silly notion of year-round daylight time to me. Before I get there, I’d like to take a few months talking about time, timekeeping and calendars. So this column will be about the nature of time and measuring it in years, days and hours. Next month we’ll get down to minutes and seconds and hopefully you’ll already see why I think daylight time is silly. What is time? Surprisingly, it’s hard to define – enough so that many books and treatises have tried. St. Augustine wrote in his “Confessions” that he knew perfectly well what time is until he was asked and at which point he had no idea. Isaac Newton postulated that time, whatever it is, is absolute and passes at the same rate everywhere in the Universe. He also postulated absolute universal, three-dimensional space. That’s the realm of classical physics and it works quite well for everyday mechanics. In the 20th century, Einstein’s Special and General Theories of Relativity merged space and time into a fourdimensional manifold which is neither universal nor absolute. Motion and gravity affect both the rate at which time passes and the measurement of distances, with the speed of light the arbiter of both “length contraction” and “time dilation.” But we live neither at substantial fractions of light speed nor intense gravity, so let’s just work with regular perceptions of time. Earth and sky present us with discernible cycles of time:
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sunrise, sunset, swiftly flow the years. Humans evolved on a planet which rotates on its axis daily and revolves around the sun yearly. Because of the tilt of our axis and our elliptical path around the sun, days measured relative to the sun are not uniform in duration. During our northern hemisphere winter, we’re closer to the sun and moving a bit faster in orbit, which makes noon to noon a bit longer than during our summertime when further from the sun. The tilt of the axis makes the time from sunrise to sunset vary as well, but in the opposite direction. Times of daylight are shorter in the winter and longer in the summer. To accommodate these variations, we’ve come up with a “mean solar day” of 24 hours for civil time keeping. Astronomers measure something called a “mean sidereal, relative to the stars, day,” which is about four minutes shorter. And, of course, as we orbit the sun the constellations change with the seasons, so which stars you use to measure the sidereal day will also change. Hours haven’t always been uniform either. Ancient Mediterranean civilizations, probably starting with Sumerian or Babylonian practice, divided the daylight time into 12 “hours” no matter the season, so a summer hour was longer than a winter hour. Night time was measured in “watches” – typically four watches from sunset to sunrise. The notion of a single length hour and a 24-hour day are a later invention. This then led to defining the hour as
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1/24th of the “mean tropical day” for the year 1900. As noted above, our species evolved on this rotating planet. We’re not naturally nocturnal
west of here, the moon is full on May 15, and this Full Moon will be accompanied by a total lunar eclipse; Last Quarter on May 22 at 2:43 p.m.; and New
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like owls, so until the invention of artificial lighting, starting with control of fire, our normal circadian rhythms were tied to sunrise and sunset. Years are their own special problem, since the time to complete a single orbit, relative to the stars, isn’t divisible into an integer number of days, neither solar nor sidereal. Our calendar year is 365 24-hour days except in leap years when we give it 366. And it’s not exactly a four-minute difference between solar and sidereal time so we have to skip the leap years in century ending dates which are not divisible by 400. This is the Gregorian calendar reform. The addition of leap years was the Julian Calendar reform. Next month we’ll divide hours into minutes and seconds, and we’ll talk about precision timekeeping. Lunar phases for May: First Quarter on the May 8 at 8:21 p.m.; Full Moon on May 16 at 12:14 a.m. For time zones
Moon on May 30 at 7 a.m. All times are Eastern Daylight. The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks on May 5 through 7, so the moon will be providing some interference. To get a better view, find a spot away from city or town lights and look after midnight. Mercury returns to evening twilight. Look about 30 degrees north of due west, low at about 10 degrees above the horizon. It sets by 9:30. Predawn is the time for planet watching, though these targets are also low in the sky. Venus, Mars, Saturn and Jupiter are all there to the east southeast in twilight. An uncluttered horizon will make it possible to see them. Our midmonth view at about three hours after sunset finds the faint and likely unfamiliar constellation known as Canes Venatici, or “Hunting Dogs,” at zenith. This constellation was invented and named in 1687 by Hevelius, who mapped out what are now
the official 88 constellations recognized by astronomers. In Ptolemy’s day, these stars were considered part of Ursa Major as noted in his great work the Almagest. Because the boundaries of the constellations were not official, some placed these stars in Bootes, the Herdsman, and they were known as the herdsman’s club. That name was mistranslated into Arabic where they became known as his “spear shaft with a hook.” Ironically, when the Arabic texts were translated into Latin, they were again mistranslated and became the “spear shaft with dogs.” The association with Bootes should take your eye to Arcturus to the southeast, about 65 degrees above the horizon. To the north you’ll see Ursa Major with the bowl of the “Big Dipper” inverted. The end of the Dipper’s handle is the star Alkaid, and it lies only 15 degrees from zenith. Mizar, the middle star in the handle is a binary with Alcor. If your eyes are sharp enough you should be able to resolve
these without a telescope. A modest telescope will reveal both Mizar and Alcor as close binaries. This is actually a fourstar system. The co-called “pointer stars” at the end of the bowl, Merak and Dubhe, can be used to find Polaris. Just extend the imaginary line between them toward the horizon and it will pass very close to Polaris. If readers have questions about astronomy in particular or science in general that you would like covered in one of these columns, contact me at gspagna@rmc.edu. I have retired from Randolph-Macon College, but will continue these columns and use of this email address for the foreseeable future. For information about viewing opportunities at the Keeble Observatory, visit the website: https://www.rmc.edu/ keeble for updates or call the Keeble Information line at 804-752-3210. If you need to speak with someone immediately, please call Dr. Michael Rodruck at 804-752-7344.
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Mechanicsville Lions Club sponsors Spanish publication of ‘Padapillo’ Contributed Report news@mechocal.com In May 2022, the award-winning children’s book Padapillo, written by Virginia parent-advocate Valerie James Abbott, will be republished in Spanish thanks to the Mechanicsville Lions Club. In cooperation with the author, this local group also plans to launch a new community awareness campaign, calling attention to the importance of identifying children who become deaf and hard of hearing after birth. “I am deeply grateful for the support of the Mechanicsville Lions Club, who recognized the opportunity to inform Hispanic and Latino communities about pediatric hearing loss through Padapillo - our family’s true story,” said Abbott. Her daughter Bridie was almost three years old when her family discovered she had mysteriously lost her hearing. The national Late Onset Hearing Loss Awareness Campaign, which was established by
Abbott in 2021, has been getting a lot of attention outside of Virginia, including the strong endorsement of Dr. Karl White, founder and director of the National Center for Hearing Assessment and Management at Utah State University and Justin Osmond, founder and CEO of the Olive Osmond Hearing Fund. Additionally, the National Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Foundation, the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) and the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) have recently sponsored webinars and published articles informing professionals and the public about the urgency of more frequent screening and earlier identification. “Pediatric hearing loss is far more common than most people realize,” says Dr. Christine Eubanks, clinical audiologist at the Longwood Speech, Hearing & Learning Center at Longwood University and Mechanicsville resident. “When it happens after a child has passed the newborn hearing screen, for example in toddlerhood or before kindergarten, the signs can be subtle and
easily missed by family members, but the developmental impacts can be significant. Hearing screening should be happening more frequently.” The Virginia General Assembly recently designated May 4 through 10 as Late Onset Hearing Loss Awareness Week, offering a platform for service organizations, agencies and other community groups to raise awareness. The Mechanicsville Lions Club feels the Hispanic and Latino communities should be a priority for hearing health awareness. “Hearing loss in children is more common in certain underserved communities, such as the Hispanic community. We are eager to be part of the solution because all children in the United States and across the world who are deaf or hard of hearing deserve to be found and deserve to thrive. Identifying them is the first step,” said club president David Ambrogi. For more information about the Mechanicsville Lions Club visit their Facebook page: @mechanicsville-lions-club
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Award-winning children’s book Padapillo, written by Virginia parent-advocate Valerie James Abbott, will be republished in Spanish.
If someone in your family cannot afford hearing aids contact David Ambrogi with the Mechanicsville Lions Club at: 804-248-1233
Upcoming Programs at Mechanicsville area branch libraries Atlee Branch Library In Person Programs Outdoor Family Storytimes at the Atlee Branch Library. Monday, May 16, 10:30 to 11 a.m. and Tuesdays, May 10 and 24, 4 to 4:30 p.m. Join the library for an outdoor, all ages Storytime. Bring a blanket to enjoy some fun songs, rhymes and books. Storytime will be held weather permitting. Register at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ to be
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4, 1 to 4 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Meet up with friends and have a great time with card and board games.
Atlee Bridge Group at the Atlee Branch Library. Tuesdays, May 10, 17, 24 and 31, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Every Tuesday the Atlee Bridge Group meets to play Social Rubber Bridge. All levels welcome, from beginner to expert.
Atlee Anime Club at the Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, May 5, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 to 18. Join the Atlee Library Anime Club and meet teens with similar interests and watch cool shows.
Fun & Games , Wednesday, May
Bathbombs at the Atlee Branch
Library, Friday, May 6, 4 to 5 p.m. For ages 12 to 18. Melt your stress away and learn to make bath bombs for the ultimate relaxation break. Registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/8839109. Framed Flowers at the Atlee Branch Library. Saturday, May 7, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Make beautiful framed art with dried flow-
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ASHLAND/ WESTERN HANOVER | Also serving the communities of Montpelier, Beaverdam, Rockville and Doswell
Ashland Train Day returns as spring extravaganza
Joel Klein for The Local
Fun for all ages was had at the Ashland Train Day. Top left to right: 2-year-old Rajvir Bhardwaj of Chesterfield sits inside of Ashland VFD Truck 401 at Ashland Train Day; 2 1/2-year-old Daphne Berg of Mechanicsville and mom Laurel Cummings enjoy a snapshot with Cinder and Tender taken by dad Scott, and a conductor waives to the crowd as Amtrak Northeast Regional travels through Ashland at 10:30 a.m. Shown center from left, the Kiddie Train gives the little ones a slower and quieter ride in the Kid Zone; 4-year-old Nicholas Canfield of Chesterfield is mesmerized by a model train demonstration, and Roger Reynolds, the Singing Conductor, entertains festivalgoers. Shown left, a southbound CSX is greeted by athrong of rail fans at Ashland Train Day.
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signature event for Downtown Ashland every year,” said Maggie Longest, executive director of the Downtown Ashland Association. “We are just so proud to welcome everybody in
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KING WILLIAM COUNTY | Serving the communities of Aylett, King William, Manquin, Mangohick and Walkerton
King WIlliam Calendar of events
Regional Animal Shelter urgently needs donations, foster homes
The CornerStone Comm unity Development Center offers the following programs: Food distribution on Saturdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28 at 9:30 a.m. to noon located at 11235 West River Road, Aylett. Food distribution at WestPoint and Doswell will be on Wednesday, May 11. The Lily Field Clothing Shed is open on Saturdays, located at 11235 West River Road, Aylett. Do not drop off donations outside the building. Call ahead to schedule a donation drop off or drop off at the clothing shed on Wednesday mornings before 9 a.m. The CornerStone Free Health Clinic is offering a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on May 14 at 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. located at 8270 Richmond Tappahannock Highway, Aylett. First, second and both Booster doses of Pfizer and Moderna will be offered. Call ahead at 804 769 2996 or email theccdc@gmail. com to register. There will be no walk-in appointments. Dinner deal on Thursday, May 12 at 6 p.m. with a new menu featuring a $10 crab cake sandwich with potato salad, coleslaw and soda and $8 for a pulled pork or pulled chicken sandwich with potato salad, coleslaw and soda. Proceeds will benefit Food and Free Health Clinic Programs. The CornerStone Community Development Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax exempt. Mailing address: P.O. Box 68, Aylett, Virginia 23009
Kitten season has arrived and the Regional Animal Shelter and Indian Rivers Humane Society are in urgent need of foster homes in the King William and King and Queen area. Those who provide temporary foster care would help the shelter save the lives of young kittens that may
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otherwise perish. It would also serve as a great opportunity for someone who works from home or has a family with older children to help with the temporary care and socialization of young kittens. Those who are interested in fostering or able to help in any way can contact jamesm@ homewardtrails.org. The shelter is also collect-
ing items for this year’s kitten season. Donated items will be used to care for kittens that are too young to stay at the shelter and are moved into foster care. The shelter’s listed suggested supplies for donation are: KMR brand liquid or powder kitten meal replacement; Royal Canin brand kitten and mother dry or canned food;
Pate style canned food; kitten dry food; kitten nursing kits with bottles and nipples; easy feeder syringes; pet rectal thermometers; pee pads; baby receiving blankets; cat beds; shallow double diner dishes; large colanders; paper towels; anti-bacterial dish soap; cat toys; heating pads; kitty litter; gift cards to pet supply stores; monetary donations to be used for veterinary medical expenses; and foster homes for bottle babies or neonate litters with their moms. Donations can be dropped off at the shelter located at 20201 King William Road, King William, when the lobby is open. Donation hours are Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday evenings until 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call the shelter at 804-769-
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PageTurners Book Club at the Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, May 19, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Join the library for an in-person, lively book discussion on "The Forgotten Garden" by Kate Morton. Pick up a copy of the book at the Atlee Branch Library while supplies last. Fitness Video Games for Adults at the Atlee Branch Library. Saturday, May 21, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Have you been feeling down in the dumps? Join the library to play different Wii sports and fitness games with one another. Find out how uplifting getting moving can be.
4983 if you are interested in fostering bottle babies, neonate litters or neonate litters with their nursing moms. In addition, the shelter is in desperate need of laundry detergent to keep all shelter animals’ bedding fresh and clean. They can use liquid, powder, scented and nonscented laundry detergent. They are also in need of paper towels. Donations can be shipped to the shelter’s address or dropped off during normal lobby hours on Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The shelter is grateful for the community’s support of the shelter’s efforts on behalf of the abandoned and homeless pets that they care for.
Take & Make Programs Gratefulness Pin-ups , Pickups begin Monday, May 16. What are you grateful for? Display photos, sayings or keepsakes on any metal surface with your handmade decorative clothespins. Pick up a kit at the library to turn a functional object into a work of art while supplies last. Virtual/Hybrid Programs Atlee Book Club. Wednesday, May 11, 11 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 & up. Join the library in-person or on Zoom for a lively book discussion on "As I Lay Dying" by William Faulkner. Registration is required at https://pamunk e y l i b r a r y. l i b c a l . c o m /
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Community members gathered at the Matthew and Daniel Barton Memorial Rink, located at 7232 Courtland Farm Road in Hanover, to celebrate the combined efforts of The Washington Capitals, Barton family, county and community in refurbishing the beloved community rink. Shown clockwise from top left: Trevor, Douglas and Carol Barton cut the ceremonial ribbon during the rink’s rededication ceremony, which was followed by a spirited round of applause by attendees; Peter Robinson, director of Capitals’ Youth Hockey Development, offers remarks on behalf of his organization during the rink’s rededication ceremony, and Trevor Barton, the son of Douglas and Carol Barton, speaks on behalf of his family about his late brothers’ love for hockey.
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Following the clinics, exhibition games were held with players from Richmond Roller Hockey League. The day celebrated the combined fundraising efforts led by the Barton family and Hanover County Parks and Recreation to save the beloved community rink. The day also honored the journey of the Barton family and their meaningful service to the community in the face of tragedy. “The Barton family has twice turned what many would have found to be an insurmountable family tragedy into a shining light of service for their community and a great example of partnership between local government and private industry,” said Angela Kelly-Wiecek, chair of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, during the rededication ceremony. The original rink was built over 20 years ago in memory of Daniel and Matthew Barton, who tragically lost their lives due to disease at a young age. The two brothers shared a pas-
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sion for hockey and began playing both inline and ice hockey at local facilities at a young age. “From childhood to the day we weren’t able to play together any longer, hockey has been a passion for me and my two older brothers,” said Trevor Barton, who spoke on behalf of his family during the rededication ceremony. “…Every time I skate on the rink, whether it’s ice hockey or roller hockey, I remember them and I play for them.” Douglas and Carol Barton set up community fundraising efforts to donate the rink to the county, which is now owned and operated by Hanover County Parks and Recreation. Over the years, the rink has served as a hub for local hockey enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy the game of inline hockey. The rink has also hosted middle school hockey, tournaments, pick-up hockey, fundraisers for several organizations and served other purposes over the years, marking its place as a staple to the Hanover community. “I know countless families whose lives have been enriched by the legacy of your two beautiful boys,” Kelly-Wiecek said. “This place, where friendships have been built, character and
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In addition to the ceremony, street hockey clinics and exhibition games were held. Above, hockey players and longtime friends Freddie D’Angelo, Andrew Taylor and Philip Beethoven-Wilson test out the rink that they have been playing hockey on together for over 20 years.
sportsmanship instilled, and of course, where laughter and friendly competition abound, is an incredible and an inspiring tribute.” In April 2020, the rink was deemed in critical need of repair and replacement and shut down as a result. The county advised the Bartons that it could take potentially three to four years to receive available funding. Determined to rescue the rink from closure, Carol created a GoFundMe page to save and restore the rink that has served the community for decades. Today, the page has accumulated over $20,000 in community
donations. In addition, Doswell Energy Center contributed a $25,000 donation. In the spring of 2021, Peter Robinson, director of Capitals’ Youth Hockey Development, said he began receiving emails and tweets from community members regarding the Barton Rink’s need for refurbishing. After connecting with Dan Smith, the interim director for Hanover County Parks and Recreation, The Capitals Organization soon entered into an agreement with the county to fix up the rink. The Capitals Organization made a combined $100,000 investment in the rink’s refur-
bishing, and renovations were officially finished in November 2021. It stands as the 14th rink that the organization has helped refurbish or build across Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C. and West Virginia in an effort to invest in the growth of the sport. The Capitals Organization has since furnished, replaced and installed the street hockey rink as a donation to the county and provided all rink boards, goal frames, fencing and new plastic skating tiles, a new scoreboard and The Capitals logo displayed throughout the rink. In addition, the organization will offer Hanover Parks
and Recreation and all Hanover County Public elementary and middle schools new street hockey equipment and training. “We can feel the love and dedication to this rink and to the Barton family,” Robinson said during the rededication ceremony. “Thank you to the Barton family for your support. We really appreciate your love and dedication. And your sons are definitely not forgotten. They’re going to live on forever at this rink.” “I’m inspired by Doswell Energy, a local company that see BARTON, pg. 19
Registration open for Youth Citizen’s Police Academy The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office will once again host the Youth Citizen’s Police Academy. The Youth Citizen’s Police Academy will take place from June 20 through June 24. This academy will begin each day at 9 a.m. and conclude by 4 p.m. There will be no cost to participants. This program will be available to students who are rising ninth through 12th graders. This academy is designed
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always asks, ‘How can we help,’” said county administrator John Budesky. “I’m inspired by a major sports organization that’s interested in helping our community and grow the sport
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to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event, which has previously been held in the fall, was reintroduced as a spring festival to kick off a return to community unity and celebration. All of Downtown Ashland and surrounding streets were immersed in the day’s festivities, which spanned from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hundreds of volunteers, local businesses and residents pitched in this year to bring the event to life. “There’s a little something for everybody,” Longest said, describing how the free event aims to offer a variety of entertainment and attractions for visitors of all ages. This year honored the various upheld traditions of Train Day with an even greater
of hockey. I’m inspired by the Barton family. Today, I thank all of you for your generous contributions to our county.” Thanks to the united efforts of both the county and community, the Matthew and Daniel Barton Memorial Rink will continue to honor the lives of the
two boys while carrying on their legacy in the community. “Through all the support and your donations, both of my brothers’ passions for hockey can live on,” Trevor said. “With that said, my parents and I hope this rink will be utilized by groups of all ages.”
vibrancy than previous years, as the event continues to grow in size since its very first celebration. Fifty-six vendors from local shops and others and nine food vendors were scattered throughout the festival, along with an increase in the number of local businesses participating. A variety of attractions for rail enthusiasts were featured, including more than 12 fullyloaded CSX freight trains and Amtrak passenger trails passing through the center of the event. Twelve model trains of every size and scale, including LEGO and racing trains, along with four railroad historical exhibits, were on display at the Ashland Dance Academy, Ashland Train Station, Hanover Arts and Activities Center, The Depot, Ashland-Hanover Shopping Center and the Ashland
Museum. Children swarmed the Richmond LEGO Users Group’s (RVA LUG) impressively large LEGO display of model trains weaving through a model city, which was housed in the Ashland Dance Academy along with various other model train sets. “We enjoy bringing it out and sharing it with people… and it’s also a great opportunity for us all to get together and hang out,” said Ryan Slevin, a member of the RVA LUG group. “And the kids get so excited.” Three different historical societies brought Virginia’s railroad history to life by discussing the history of trains and how they have shaped the town and region over the years, including a table set up by the Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac
Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 9000th block of Mercury Court, Mechanicsville.
Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 9100th block of Caleb Drive, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 10200th block of Lakeridge Square Court, Ashland.
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Community members gather at the Matthew and Daniel Barton Memorial Rink, located at 7232 Courtland Farm Road in Hanover, to celebrate the combined efforts of The Washington Capitals, the Barton family, Hanover County and the community in refurbishing the community rink.
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to give the youth of Hanover County a chance to see the day-to-day operations of their sheriff ’s office and will allow participants to interact with the men and women of the sheriff ’s office. The academy will also offer the participants an inside look into a career in law enforcement. The training will consist of a variety of law enforcement topics that will give the youth a better understanding of how and why the
of Washington Highway, Doswell.
Grand larceny parts was reported in the 9300th block of Cool Spring Road, Mechanicsville. Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 10300th block of Slidingrock Drive, Ashland.
Railroad Historical Society. There were plenty of attractions for children to enjoy with Train Day’s Kid Zone, which was hosted by New Community Church and featured a bounce house, kiddie rides on a trackless train, obstacle course, cornhole game area, Kona Ice, face painting and musical performances by The Singing Conductor. Ashland Community Preschool also hosted a preschool playground and a meet-and-greet with children’s book author Corinne Luck. Touch-A-Truck displays were also in attendance this year, with local companies, Hanover Fire-EMS, U.S. Marshals Service and others volunteering their time to display heavy equipment, a fire truck, ambulance, dump trucks and tractors for children to climb aboard and explore.
Glen Allen Transmissions even featured a replica of the infamous Scooby Doo “Mystery Machine” van for families to take photographs with. “It’s a real treat to have all of these folks that are big-time rail fans come to Ashland and bring all of their equipment and everything,” Longest said. Organizers strived to keep in touch with the event’s nostalgia while introducing a new emphasis on arts and culture this year, including the incorporation of The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) Artmobile parked outside the Hanover Arts and Activities Center, she said. Attendees were able to step inside the trailer and tour the mobile gallery as if they were transported to the Richmondbased museum. In addition, The Ashland Theater hosted live theatre
members of the Sheriff ’s Office do what they do. If you have any questions or need further information, contact the deputy at your child’s school or Lt. Frank Dressler at the Hanover Sheriff ’s Office by email at fcdressler@hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Lt. James Cooper, information officer for the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. reported in the 7100th block of Bonniefield Drive, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 9300th block of Pamunkey Crest Drive, Mechanicsville.
DWI: Drugs, first offense was reported in the 7200th block of Battle Hill Drive, Mechanicsville.
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performances by Whistle Stop Theatre Company, with members singing a medley from the company’s first written musical in honor of their 10th anniversary in Ashland. Tim’s Trains and Toys invited Train Day participants to roam around the festival with a scavenger hunt ticket, collect stamps at each visited location and even win a special prize if all 16 locations were visited. This invited visitors to fully explore the plethora of attractions that the festival offered throughout the day. With children running around, laughter ringing in the air and a flood of community members roaming the streets of Ashland under the vibrant day’s sun, organizers said this year’s Train Day proved to be a great success for its first official debut as a spring festival.
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Mustangs, Patriots both get to celebrate Mechanicsville, Patrick Henry softball teams split twinbill By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND — So far, 2022 has been a growth year for both Mechanicsville’s and Patrick Henry’s softball teams. They’ve struggled in their contests with their more experienced crosscounty rivals, Hanover and Atlee. The two teams had a lot of pride on the line when they met for a doubleheader Friday night. They both left the softball diamond with a lot to celebrate: They split the twinbill, with the Patriots taking the opener 7-6 and the Mustangs winning the nightcap 9-6. The opener was a seesaw contest, with one team taking a lead, then the other coming back. The winner seemed determined more by timing than anything else. “I think it was the last group swinging, really,” said Patrick Henry head softball coach Lance LeSturgeon. “We scored some runs in five innings. . . . That’s the most runs we’ve scored in five innings all year. We were hitting, they were hitting. I think it was just whoever was hitting last.” Both teams had plenty of big hits. The Patriots had a pair
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Mechanicsville third baseman Leanna Bartrug launches a rocket over the center field fence for a three-run home run in Patrick Henry’s 7-6 victory over the visiting Mustangs in the opener of a doubleheader at Patrick Henry Friday night. Mechanicsville won the nightcap 9-6.
of triples and a pair of doubles. Anna Niedermaier hit one of each; Lola Bradley hit the other triple and Kenzie Yates the other double. But Mechanicsville’s Leanna Bartrug had the big blast of the opener, a three-run home run to center field. Her teammate Cameron Christian hit a
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double. The nightcap — a makeup for a rainout at Mechanicsville — was equally hard fought. After Patrick Henry jumped to a 4-0 lead in the top of the third inning, the Mustangs responded with 6 runs in the bottom of the frame. The Patriots tied it up the next inning, but
Mechanicsville responded with three runs in the bottom of the fourth for the win. Again, the Mustangs had the big blast of the game, a two-run homer by Kiley Lambert in the fourth inning. She also hit a two-run single in the third. Bradley hit another triple for the Patriots and Yates hit
another double. The win was gratifying for Mechanicsville’s first-year coach Casey Caldwell. “We’ve got three seniors — we’ve definitely got a younger team,” Caldwell said. “We’re really excited about the future and growing Lee-Davis/ Mechanicsville back to how it
was.” Baseball: Mechanicsville 7 Patrick Henry 5 ASHLAND — Another scrappy contest was taking place on an adjacent diamond, as Mechanicsville took on a see CELEBRATE, pg. 22
Hanover takes two over arch-rival Raiders By Rob Witham for The Local MECHANICSVILLE — Hanover’s softball team won its ninth consecutive game Friday night, besting rival Atlee on the Raiders’ home field 2-0. The Hawks, since an opening shutout loss to Midlothian, have given up just four runs during the nine-game run. But head coach Tommy Evans offered interesting insight into where the Hawks were entering this showdown of the top two teams in Region 4B. “We had a conversation with the whole team. We’ve been in a bit of a lull, almost; a midseason type of funk,” Evans said. “Atlee’s been playing really well. I really tried to talk them up to not let them sneak up on us, don’t take for granted that we beat them last time.” Indeed, Hanover blew out Atlee 10-0 in their first meeting a month ago. Friday would be much different, as Carsen Sanders battled Julia Cuozzo batter for batter, pitch for pitch. Hanover struck in the top of the second as Beanie Acors singled, then advanced to second base as a strange fly ball to deep left by Cuozzo dropped suddenly, and Atlee left fielder Sierra Kegley was unable to make the catch. Senior Bri Michaels next roped a double to right center to score the only two runs of the contest. Savannah Nash was Atlee’s first base runner with an infield single to open the home half of the fourth, but she was stranded there. Two innings later, Kaitlyn Crenshaw opened the sixth with a single to left field, then stole second base. Caroline Tilley’s sacrifice bunt sent Crenshaw to third, but a groundout ended the threat. as second as Cuozzo finished shutout during the nine-game Nash singled again to open the night with 12 strikeouts, winning streak. the seventh, but only got as far earning Hanover its seventh Sanders, who struggled in
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Above, Hanover center fielder Kaileigh Byars beats the tag attempt by Atlee’s Kaitlyn Crenshaw to steal second base in the fifth inning of the Hawks’ 2-0 win over the Raiders Friday night. Left, Hanover pitcher Marcus Van Alstine held Atlee scoreless, striking out eight while giving up just four hits in the Hawks’ 7-0 baseball victory over the Raiders Friday night.
the March loss at Hanover, was a fighter in the circle on this night, fanning 10 Hawks batters. “The biggest thing we saw tonight to give us reason to believe is Carsen Sanders,” Atlee head coach Tom McIntyre said. “Last time, it wasn’t her night. Tonight, a 10-strikeout performance. She threw a gem. Now, we have to clean up the little things and work on our at-bats.” The Raiders own big victories over top Region 4B rivals Matoaca (15-3) and Dinwiddie (7-0), plus a shutout win over defending Class 6 state champion Cosby. At 8-2, they are primed for a playoff run, but their only two losses were both to the Hawks, who overtook
them for first place in the Region 4B standings. Atlee enters May looking to continue its improvement to peak late, and, maybe, force round three with its biggest rival. Hanover enters May looking to keep the streak alive, and, after this win, build on a new sense of purpose and desire. “(Atlee) showed it tonight. They played a really tough game and gave us everything we wanted,” Evans noted. “We were definitely in a lull, and they responded very well to us refocusing.” The Hawks will not be satisfied unless they return to the Class 4 state final and finish the job after their extra inning loss
to Amherst County in last June’s title game. Across the way at baseball, Hanover improved its record to 12-2, staying unbeaten on Virginia soil as it finally put away a gritty Atlee team late 7-0. As is a Hanover staple, pitching led the way with usual reliever Marcus Van Alstine getting the call to start, scattering four hits and striking out eight in five innings of work. After a leadoff single to Gunnar Stromberg in the Atlee half of the sixth, Charlie Rohr entered in relief, inducing a double play to end the inning. Hanover scratched one
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Mechanicsville sweeps PH By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND — Fans can expect plenty of action when Hanover County’s two oldest rivals, Mechanicsville and Patrick Henry, compete against one another. They were not disappointed with that Friday night on the Patriots’ pitch. Nevertheless, Patriot fans may have been disappointed in the final result, as the Mustang boys and girls both emerged victorious. Mechanicsville’s boys held off a furious Patrick Henry counterattack for a 2-0 win to close out the evening, while the Mustang girls dominated 4-1 in the middle game of a junior varsity/varsity tripleheader. Mechanicsville’s boys scored
on a pair of thrilling goals in the first half of their contest. Jake Owens opened the scoring in the 13th minute with a long ball from 30 yards out. It tracked just out of reach of the hands of Patrick Henry keeper Aiden Paynter high into the middle of the net. “He found himself a little bit free,” said Mechanicsville head boys soccer coach Josh Pagac. “He kicked it with his left foot. It was a good hit.” Owens played a role in the Mustangs’ second goal. He launched a free kick toward midfield, and Dale DiNapoli headed it in for a 2-0 Mechanicsville lead in the 19th minute. The key play of the game, however, may have been on the other end of the field.
“Patrick Henry was putting a lot of pressure on at the end of the first half and they were awarded a PK, rightfully so — the ball touched one of our players’ hands,” Pagac said. “My keeper, Austin Baker, he made the save.” Baker dove to his right, got the initial deflection of the kick, then scrambled on top of the loose ball to end the Patriot threat. Mackenzie Joly scored a pair of goals to lead the Mustang girls to victory. Bailey Altizer and Lindsey Schenack scored a goal apiece. “I have 14 freshmen and Continued from pg. 20 they’re progressing really well,” said Mechanicsville head girls soccer coach Paul Doss. “The stubborn Patrick Henry basenext year or two, they should be ball squad and eventually prea really dynamic team.” vailed with a 7-5 victory. Pitcher C.J. DiNapoli gave the Mustangs a strong start, giving up just three hits and four runs — all but one unearned — and striking out eight in earning the win. Ethan Serrano led the Mustangs offensively, going 3-of-4 for two RBIs and two
runs scored. Nathan Westfall went 2-of-3 with a double. “It was a good game,” said Mechanicsville head baseball coach Tyler Johnson. “Going over to Patrick Henry, it doesn’t matter how each team is doing — it’s always going to be a good game. They’re always scrappy. It’s a rivalry game and anything can happen. Those guys competed. Their pitcher threw well. “We had some big hits, some good at-bats at the right time, and our pitching came through at the end.”
Mustang Gavin Smith took over for DiNapoli in the fifth inning, getting out of a basesloaded jam without yielding a run. Dallas Hairfield closed out the last two innings for Mechanicsville, striking out three while giving up a run. Sam Kaczmarek led the Patriots, going 3-of-4 with a double, an RBI and three runs scored. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
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the bottom of the frame, but Rohr struck out Chase Sanford, then got Landon Scott to ground into a fielder’s choice to end the game. Hanover head coach Tyler Kane sees the Van Alstine performance as another key element to the puzzle the Hawks are putting together for what they hope will be a championship run. “Our pitchers are doing a good job throwing multiple pitches for strikes,” Kane explained. “Marcus did a phenomenal job for us tonight. He’s pitched mostly in relief this year, and when his pitch count got higher than it’s been, it was a planned decision. We want to build him up slowly so he’s
feeling fresh at the end of the season.” Pitching, defense, and timely hitting have been the hallmark of Hanover baseball. This senior-laden team has something in common with its softball sisters: a drive to no less but the Class 4 state championship, which, if captured, would be the fourth all-time for the Hawk program, and first since 2016. But first, the Hawks host Mechanicsville Friday, then next Wednesday, have a scheduled game with private school power Benedictine, as they look to sharpen their iron for the playoffs which begin in three weeks. Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.
across in the first inning off Atlee starter John Best thanks to an RBI double from Brett Alvis. The Hawks were kept off the board until the fourth when Best walked two batters and hit a third to load the bases. A Cole Elrod sacrifice fly scored Anthony Gabello, then Chase Hustead singled to center plating Nolan Williamson and Rohr for a 4-0 lead. The Hawks put it away with a run in the sixth, then two in the seventh when Gabello lined a single to left to score Seth Keller and Cannon Peebles. Atlee (4-7) loaded the bases in
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Mechanicsville’s Dale DiNapoli (21) wins a ball in a scrap with Patrick Henry’s Greyson Basso in the the Mustangs’ 2-0 win over the host Patriots Friday.
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event/8869916. This program is presented in-person and hosted virtually through Zoom. The meeting link will be sent to the email registered 1 day before the event occurs. If you don't receive your reminder email, please contact the library. Call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9212 Rutlandshire Drive for more information.
Mechanicsville Branch Library In Person Programs Hula Dancing Class,at the
Mechanicsville Branch Library. Mondays, May 9, 16 and 23, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Ages 16 & up. Exercise your body and brain as you learn about hula dancing and culture at the library. Wear clothing you can dance in easily! Registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/. Mechanicsville Anime Club, at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Friday, May 6 and 20, 4 to 5 p.m. Ages 12-18. Join the Mechanicsville Library Anime Club and meet teens with similar interests and watch some cool shows.
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the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Wednesday, May 18, 11 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 & up. Bring your ideas for discussion and escape to a world of pure imagination.
Outdoor Family Storytimes, at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Mondays, May 12 and 26, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Join the library for an outdoor, all ages Storytime! Bring a blanket to enjoy some fun songs, rhymes and books. Storytime will be held weather permitting. Register at https://pamunkeylibrary. libcal.com/ to be notified prior to the program if it is canceled due to weather.
Puzzle Palooza at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Saturday, May 21, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages 18 and up. Unwind and relax for a couple of hours making puzzles to calm your mind.
Night Readers at the Mechanicsville Branch Library.
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Water-Wise Workshop at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Saturday, May 28, 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 and up. Discover three easy make-and-take practices that all help to prevent pollution from reaching our waterways. Presented by Karen Fetty, Education Specialist at the Hanover-Caroline Soil &
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Robot Hand at the Mechanicsville Branch Library Pickups start on Monday, May 16. Ages 12 to 18. Stop by the Mechanicsville Branch Library to pick up a kit of supplies and educational materials to make your very own robot hand, available while supplies last.
Water Conservation District. Take & Make Programs Friday Arts & Crafts: Mother's Day Gift Card Holders, Pickups start Friday, May 6. Ages 18 and up. Stop by the Mechanicsville Branch Library to pick up a kit of supplies and educational materials to make your very own gift cardholders for Mother's Day, available while sup-
SHERIFF’S Continued from pg. 19
Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 6900th block of Poteet Lane,
Virtual/Hybrid Programs Author Chat with Evie Hawtrey. Wednesday, May 18, 7 to 8 p.m. Join Mechanicsville.
was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place for more information.
reported in the 9200th block of Hanover Crossings Drive, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 10200th block of Lakeridge Square Court, Ashland.
March 15
the library on Facebook Live for an exciting chat with Evie Hawtrey, author of “And By Fire.” This program will be hosted virtually on Facebook Live at https://www.facebook.com/PamunkeyLibrary. If you would like a reminder email sent to you one day before the program, please register at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/8878834. If you don't receive your reminder email, please contact the library.
Grand larceny, auto theft was
Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 15100th block of Locust Level Drive, Doswell. Destruction of property,
AARP Continued from pg. 9
Watch Network and Scam-Tracking Map; and Operation Protect Veterans—a joint program of the AARP Fraud Watch Network and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Some top tips AARP’s Fraud Watch Network recommends include: signing up for the National Do Not Call Registry and using a call-blocking service; using strong and unique passwords for each online account; using two-factor authentication when available; and placing a free security freeze on credit reports at each of
monument was reported in the 16700th block of Mountain Road, Montpelier.
Unlawful purchase or possession of alcohol under 21 was reported in the 7000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
the three major credit bureaus. Also, veterans never have to pay for their service records or earned benefits—if told otherwise, it’s a scam. To learn more about the AARP Veterans Fraud Center and to download a free copy of the new Watchdog Alert Handbook: Veterans’ Edition, visit www.aarp.org/vetsfraudcenter. For additional resources and information on AARP’s support for veterans and military families, including caregiving, competing in today’s job market, and connecting with earned service benefits, visit www.aarp.org/ veterans.
Petit larceny parts was reported in the 7500th block of Old Hickory Drive, Mechanicsville.
Uttering was reported in the 7200th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Concealment of price-altered merchandise, less than $500
was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Driver not reporting accident with damage less than $250 was reported in the 15400th block of Dunn Road, Montpelier. see SHERIFF’S, pg. 29
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 Traditional 8:00 & 10:15, Contemporary 9:00, Modern 11:15, Bible School at 9:00, 10:15, & 11:15. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Seth Wortman, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Bill Nicol, Associate Worship Minister; Davis Ellenberger, Youth Minister; Ashley Sears, Children’s Director fairmountcc.org 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 Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170 COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com
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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 Home of Atlee Christian Academy & HopeNow Counseling. info & more: www.hopenow.cc
PRESBYTERIAN Fairfield Presbyterian Church 6930 Cold Harbor Rd., 23111 8:45 & 11:00am services www.fairfieldpcusa.org
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 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
SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Road Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study & Youth Group Wed. nights at 6:00 p.m. Pastor, Stephen Kendrick www.blackcreek.org or call (804)781-0330
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Broadus Memorial Baptist
Grace United Family Church
804-779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org
National Day of Prayer Event Pray for the nation and those you love Historic Beulah Church 7252 Beulah Church Road Mechanicsville, 23111 May 5, 2022 Sanctuary will be open 9:00-5:00
1 Church in 2 Locations Worshipping on Sundays! In-person & on Facebook! 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville, 23116 Phil Peacock, Pastor Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. 3407 King William Rd. Aylett, 23009 Jeff Poythress, Pastor Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Making each one a witness! Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800 Fellowship Community Church of Mechanicsville After 10 years at Hanover High School we have purchased our own building. We continue to teach the Word of God and watch for the miraculous. Join us Sunday mornings 9:45am at 8505 Bell Creek Road, Suite K. www.fellowshipcc.com
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For info, call 335-6728 Mechanicsville Baptist Church 8016 Atlee Rd. Office: 746.7253 Worship in person and Live Streamed on YouTube & Facebook on Sundays at 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Suppers at 5:00 p.m. and Bible Study at 6:00 p.m. Find us on the web at mechanicsvillebaptist.org New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Rev. Tom Gaskins, Interim Pastor Caleb Bittler, Minister to Students & Family Sunday School 9:30 AM, Worship 10:45 AM Bible Study/Prayer Youth & Children activities 6:30pm, Wednesday www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church 550-9601, 9200 New Ashcake Rd newhighland.org, 9:15 AM Bible Study, 10:30 AM Worship In Person & online. Rev. Larry Frakes
SOUTHERN BAPTIST
UNITED METHODIST
Shalom Baptist Church 8116 Walnut Grove Rd. Office: 746.7737 Worship in person and Live Streamed on YouTube & Facebook on Sundays at 8:30 & 11:00 a.m Wednesday Night Suppers at 5:30 p.m. and Bible Study at 6:15 p.m. Find us on the web at shalombaptist.net
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
Walnut Grove Baptist is a Church committed to following Jesus & loving people. You can find us at wgva.church 7046 Cold Harbor rd
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 Road, 746-0980 R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Worship In Person and on Facebook Live: 10:00 am each Sunday www.facebook.com/LebUMC 9:00 am Sunday School For more info, check us out at www.lebanonumc.org
Shady Grove United Methodist 8209 Shady Grove Rd. at the corner of Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville, 804-746-9073 shadygroveumc.org In-person Worship Sundays at 8:15, 9:45, & 11:15 a.m., Online at 9:45 a.m. Programs for all ages. Rev. Wayne Snead, 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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Meetings are held at 7 p.m. at Shalom Baptist Church at 8116 Walnut Grove Road Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-3666524 or email mjfaith1@ gmail.com. New Highland Baptist Church hosts open basketball gym time for adults in the Christian Life Center (CLC) starting at 7:30 PM. The church is located at
9200 New Ashcake Road in Mechanicsville. Use the side back entrance to enter. Contact Jeff Fitzgerald at jkfitzgerald@comcast.net with any questions. Civil Air Patrol, Hanover Squadron, meets Thursdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fairfield Presbyterian Church, 6930 Cold Harbor Road, in Mechanicsville. CAP is an awesome program for youth, ages 12- 21, as
well as for adults who care about young people and want to help train America’s next generation of Leaders. You’ll find cadet life exciting if you enjoy Flying, Leadership Training, Model Rocketry, Earning Rank & Awards, and much more. For more information, visit hanover.vawg. cap.gov. You can also call or email Capt James Wright at 804-551-3354 or james. wright@vawg.cap.gov.
Fridays The Building Bridges group of Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. The group’s mission is to bring a message of hope and recovery to those suffering from addiction issues. They meet on Fridays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mechanicsville United Methodist Church, 7356 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville.
For more information, visit rvana.org.
Second Mondays The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a. m. to noon at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Road 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 see CALENDAR, pg. 28
HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS CARPENTRY Affordable Home Repairs Carpentry, Roofing, Siding, Replacement Windows, Gutters & Decks. Lic/Ins. BBB A+ Rating! Jim Martin, 804-347-3812
CHIMNEY CLEANING
GENERAL REPAIR Home Maintenance & Repairs Veteran operated. Over 30 years experience Call Dave, 804-874-4774
GENERAL CONTRACTORS Purcell Construction Custom Builder
Hanover Chimney Sweeps Serving area since 1981. Ins. Chimney & Gutter Cleaning. 746-1056
CONCRETE & BRICK Bernard’s Concrete Services Concrete, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Brick, Sidewalks. Install & repair. Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. References. Call or Text 804-874-9184
DRIVEWAYS RVA PAVING Commercial & Residential Asphalt Paving. Seal Coating, Repair, Crack Filling, & Restriping. Class A. Lic & Ins. Call or Text, 804-840-9993, for Free Est.
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PUBLIC NOTICE FEMA-4644-DR-VA The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hereby gives notice to the public of its intent to reimburse eligible applicants for eligible costs to repair and/or replace facilities damaged by a severe winter storm (FEMA-4644-DR-VA) occurring from January 2 to January 3, 2022. This notice applies to the Public Assistance (PA) and Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs implemented under the authority of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §§ 5121-5206. Under a major disaster declaration (FEMA-4644-DR-VA) signed by the President on March 11, 2022, the following areas of the Commonwealth of Virginia are eligible for PA only: Albemarle, Amelia, Appomattox, Bedford, Buckingham, Caroline, Charlotte, Culpeper, Cumberland, Essex, Fauquier, Fluvanna, Goochland, Greene, Hanover, King George, King William, Louisa, Madison, Nelson, Orange, Powhatan, Prince Edward, Rappahannock, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and Westmoreland Counties and the independent City of Fredericksburg. Additional areas may be designated at a later date. All areas in the Commonwealth of Virginia are eligible for HMGP. This public notice concerns activities that may affect historic properties, activities that are located in or affect wetland areas or the 100-year floodplain, and critical actions within the 500-year floodplain. Such activities may adversely affect the historic property, floodplain or wetland, or may result in continuing vulnerability to flood damage. Presidential Executive Orders 11988 and 11990 require that all federal actions in or affecting the floodplain or wetlands be reviewed for opportunities to relocate, and evaluated for social, economic, historical, environmental, legal and safety considerations. Where there is no opportunity to relocate, FEMA is required to undertake a detailed review to determine what measures can be taken to minimize future damages. The public is invited to participate in the process of identifying alternatives and analyzing their impacts. FEMA has determined that for certain types of facilities there are normally no alternatives to restoration in the floodplain/wetland. These are facilities that meet all of the following criteria: 1) FEMA’s estimate of the cost of repairs is less than 50% of the cost to replace the entire facility, and is less than $100,000; 2) the facility is not located in a floodway; 3) the facility has not sustained major structural damage in a previous Presidentially declared flooding disaster or emergency; and 4) the facility is not critical (e.g., the facility is not a hospital, generating plant, emergency operations center, or a facility that contains dangerous materials). FEMA intends to provide assistance for the restoration of these facilities to their pre-disaster condition, except that certain measures to mitigate the effects of future flooding or other hazards may be included in the work. For example, a bridge or culvert restoration may include a larger waterway opening to decrease the risk of future washouts. For routine activities, this will be the only public notice provided. Other activities and those involving facilities that do not meet the four criteria are required to undergo more detailed review, including study of alternate locations. Subsequent public notices regarding such projects will be published if necessary, as more specific information becomes available. In many cases, an applicant may have started facility restoration before federal involvement. Even if the facility must undergo detailed review and analysis of alternate locations, FEMA will fund eligible restoration at the original location if the facility is functionally dependent on its floodplain location (e.g., bridges and flood control facilities), or the project facilitates an open space use, or the facility is an integral part of a larger network that is impractical or uneconomical to relocate, such as a road. In such cases, FEMA must also examine the possible effects of not restoring the facility, minimize floodplain/wetland impacts, and determine both that an overriding public need for the facility clearly outweighs the Executive Order requirements to avoid the floodplain/wetland, and that the site is the only practicable alternative. Commonwealth of Virginia and local officials will confirm to FEMA that proposed actions comply with all applicable State and local floodplain management and wetland protection requirements. Presidential Executive Order 12898, Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations, directs each federal agency to avoid disproportionate and high adverse human health or environmental effects to low-income and minority populations. FEMA aims to identify low income and minority communities at the onset of a declared event to gain better understanding of how response and recovery efforts, including mitigation may impact such groups and communities. Additionally, once low income and minority communities have been identified, FEMA aims to minimize any potential adverse impacts to those communities through encouraging alternative selection of response and recovery actions including HMGP projects. FEMA also intends to provide HMGP funding to the Commonwealth of Virginia to mitigate future disaster damages. These projects may include construction of new facilities, modification of existing, undamaged facilities, relocation of facilities out of floodplains, demolition of structures, or other types of projects to mitigate future disaster damages. In the course of developing project proposals, subsequent public notices will be published if necessary, as more specific information becomes available. The National Historic Preservation Act requires federal agencies to take into account the effects of their undertakings on historic properties. Those actions or activities affecting buildings, structures, districts or objects 50 years or older or that affect archaeological sites or undisturbed ground will require further review to determine if the property is eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (Register). If the property is determined to be eligible for the Register, and FEMA’s undertaking will adversely affect it, FEMA will provide additional public notices. For historic properties not adversely affected by FEMA’s undertaking, this will be the only public notice. As noted, this may be the only public notice regarding the above-described actions under the PA and HMGP programs. Interested persons may obtain information about these actions or a specific project by writing to the Federal Emergency Management Agency via email: FEMA-R3-EHP-PublicComment@fema.dhs.gov. Comments should be addressed in writing to Gerard Stolar, Federal Coordinating Officer, at the above email address within 15 days of the date of this notice.
have loved ones with dementia illnesses meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month on Zoom. For more information, contact Jennifer Bean at 804-559-2805 or the church office at 804-746-9073. The Hanover County Community Services Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at 12300 Washington Hwy. in Ashland.
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 covered dish and join in with a group celebrating faith, fellowship, friends and fun. Meetings are cancelled if Hanover County Public Schools are two hours late or cancelled due to inclement weather. To register, call the church at 804-746-9073. For more information, call Janet Lewis at 804-398-8947. 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. see CALENDAR, pg. 29
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Third Tuesdays The Hanover Ruritan Club 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 member, request a membership application or with questions, please call, 746-5728 or by letter to, Hanover Ruritan, P. O. Box 625, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. To be a guest of the club, call the numbers listed above. Hanover Ruritan welcomes both men and women.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 15300th block of Scotchtown Road, Montpelier.
DWI: First offense was reported in the 11400th block of Cauthorne Road, Glen Allen.
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Making threats to extort money was reported in the 8200th block of Scarecrow Road, Mechanicsville. Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 7500th block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.
March 16
Second Wednesday Hanover Community Services Board says if you are a family member or friend of someone who has a mental illness, you are not alone. There is support. Hanover Community Services Board offers a family support group on the second Wednesday of every month from 7p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Bell Creek location, 8475 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. Facilitators Rebecca Strader and Heidi Brown invite you to attend this group that follows NAMI principles of confidentiality, respect, empathy and support to one another. No sign up or registration is required. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca at 804-3656746 or Heidi at 804-3656769.
Threats in writing was reported in the 7700th block of Stand Circle, Mechanicsville. Petit larceny, parts was reported in the 10400th block of Cobbs Road, Ashland. Unlawful purchase or possession of alcohol, under 21was reported in the 9400th block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 11000th block of North Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland. Concealment of pricealtered merchandise, less than $500 was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 7500th block of County Complex Road, Hanover. Credit card fraud, $200 or more in six months was reported in the 4400th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Concealment of pricealtered merchandise, $500 or more was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 7000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
March 17
Conspiracy to obtain money, etc., by false pretenses; larceny, $200 was reported in the 7100th block of Red Sash Drive, Mechanicsville. Marijuana on school grounds was reported in the 9400th block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville. Failure to appear on a felony charge was reported in the 7500th block of County Complex Road, Hanover. Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 8100th block of Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of Schedule III drugs was reported in the 3200th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/River Road, Mechanicsville. Failure to stop for a school bus flashing lights was reported in the 10300th block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville. Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 11100th block of Leadbetter Road, Ashland. DWI: BAC more than .20, second within five years was reported in the 7500th block of Walnut Grove Road/Creighton Road, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 8200th block of Washburn Court, Mechanicsville. DWI: BAC more than .20, second within five years was reported in the 7400th block of Walnut Grove Road/Barden Acres Lane, see SHERIFF’S, pg. 30
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Public Notice Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 2:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building at Hanover Courthouse, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a Regular Board Meeting.
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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. VACo received 60 entries been recognized by the Virginia Association of for the statewide contest. Former Hanover County Counties as the recipient administrator of the 2010 Achievement assistant Award for the Dominion Marilyn Blake joined Lane Resources Greentech Ramsey, former Chesterfield County administrator, and Incubator. 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 of Community/Economic see HONOR, pg. 4 `
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Grand larceny, $500 or more, not from a person was reported in the 14300th block of Elletts Crossing Road, Ashland. Identity fraud, use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 6000th block of Ironworks Court, Mechanicsville. Auto theft from other jurisdiction and recovered vehicle was reported in the 14000th block of Greenwood Road, Ashland. Concealment of pricealtered merchandise, less than $500 was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 14300th block of Mountain Road/
Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 7900th block of Wynbrook Lane/Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Hit and run with attended property damage more than $1,000 was reported in the 9100th block of Chamberlayne Road/ Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.
March 19
Simple assault was reported in the 7400th block of LeeDavis Road/Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 16500th block of Mountain Road, Montpelier.
Credit card fraud, $200 or more in six months was reported in the 6200th block of Midnight Drive, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 8000th block of Sherwood Crossing Place, Mechanicsville.
DWI: BAC more than .20, first offense was reported in the 17200th block of Mountain Road/Beaver Dam Road, Montpelier.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 7900th block of Meadow Drive, Mechanicsville.
DWI: First offense was reported in the 8000th block of Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 8200th block of Reunion Drive, Mechanicsville.
Impersonating a law enforcement officer was reported in the 7700th block of Homeplace Court, Mechanicsville. Violation of a protective order was reported in the 7900th block of Bear Grass Lane, Mechanicsville. Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 6200th block of Indian Trails Court, Mechanicsville.
March 20
Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 10300th block of Pochins Pw, Ashland.
Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 10200th block of Lakeridge Square Court, Ashland.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 16100th block of Greenwood Church Road, Montpelier.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Violation of a protective order was reported in the 7900th block of Meadow Drive, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, building was reported in the 8000th block of Antique Lane, Mechanicsville.
Dumping trash on a highway or on private property was reported in the 7300th block of Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 10000th block of Kings Dominion Boulevard Road, Doswell.
Concealment of pricealtered merchandise, less than $500 was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Grand larceny, $500 or more, not from a person was reported in the 6100th block of Thicket Run Way, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 4200th block of Crown Hill Road, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 12400th block of Cedar Lane, Ashland.
Destruction of property, monument with value $1000 or more was reported in the 6000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 7300th block of Edgeworth Road, Mechanicsville.
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Simple assault was reported in the 10400th block of Quail Haven Lane, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 10200th block of Chamberlayne Road, see SHERIFF’S, pg. 31
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Forging was reported in the 7300th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 9300th block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.
Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 10000th block of Aragon Drive, Mechanicsville.
Disorderly conduct on hospital grounds was reported in the 8200th block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.
Use of profanity, making threats, etc., over the phone was reported in the 8000th block of Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville.
Violation of a protective order, third in 20 years was reported in the 7900th block of Meadow Drive, Mechanicsville.
Identity fraud with a financial loss more than $200 was reported in the 7500th block of Madison Estates Drive, Mechanicsville.
Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 7200th block of Courtland Farm Road, Hanover. Grand larceny, $500 or more, not from a person was reported in the 7200th block of Fairview Drive, Mechanicsville.
March 23
Failure to appear on a felony charge was reported in the 7500th block of County Complex Road, Hanover.
Grand larceny, $500 or more, not from a person was reported in the 5400th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 8200th block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 6:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZ2022-00011, EARL AND JANET BINNS, ET AL. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions on GPINs 7728-28-1634 and 7728-18-9446, consisting of approximately 16.8 acres, and located on the south line of Pouncey Tract Road (State Route 271) approximately 1,500 feet east of its intersection with Rockhill Road (State Route 622). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one (1) additional lot for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 5.6 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2022-00014, NICHOLAS G. JENNINGS Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 7822-96-6649, consisting of approximately 9.43 acres, and located on the east line of Goshen Road (State Route 658) at its intersection with Geese Lake Lane (private road). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one (1) additional building lot for a gross density of one dwelling unit per 4.72 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam REZ2022-00006, MWW REALTY CORP. Request(s) to rezone from M-2, Light Industrial District, to M-3(c), Heavy Industrial District with conditions, on GPIN 8705-21-7388, consisting of approximately 4.11 acres, and located on the north line of Meadowbridge Road (State Route 627) approximately 125 feet east of its intersection with Ellerson Station Drive (State Route 1485). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for the addition of two propane tanks to an existing industrial site. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy CUP2022-00005, MWW REALTY CORP. Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-183.9 and 26-183.13 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit petroleum storage and petroleum waste products, on GPIN 8705-21-7388, consisting of approximately 4.11 acres (CUP area limited to 1.62 acres), zoned M-2, Light Industrial District (pending rezoning application REZ2022-00006 to rezone to M-3(c), Heavy Industrial District with conditions), and located on the north line of Meadowbridge Road (State Route 627) approximately 125 feet east of its intersection with Ellerson Station Drive (State Route 1485). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy REZ2021-00013, WILLSON FAMILY, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions on GPINs 7768-32-5430, 7768-31-1504 (part), and 7767-39-7416 (part), consisting of approximately 155.1 acres, and located on the south line of Winns Church Road (State Route 660) approximately 1,500 feet west of its intersection with Greenwood Road (State Route 625). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.6 to 3 dwelling units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 250 building lots for a gross density of 1.6 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna CUP2022-00001, ASHCAKE ROAD LANDFILL, INC. Request(s) to amend CUP-8-87, Am. 1-16, in accordance with Sections 26-20.15 and 26-20.26 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance, which permitted a construction debris landfill and borrow pit on GPINs 7798-08-2072, 7798-08-7416, 7798-18-4218, 7798-09-5472, and 7798-29-6304, consisting of approximately 232.45 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Ashcake Road (State Route 657) at its intersection with Johnson Town Road (State Route 755). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural and Suburban General (1.5-3 dwelling units per acre). This amendment includes a plan to close the existing landfill area and convert the borrow pit area to a new landfill area. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam REZ2022-00004, FRANK AND ANNA B. VOLO, TRUSTEES FOR REV TRUST Request(s) to amend the proffers accepted with rezoning, C-3-08(c), and to rezone from B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions, to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, on GPIN 8725-93-1796, consisting of approximately 1.66 acres, and located on the north line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) approximately 1,700 feet west of its intersection with Walnut Grove Road (State Route 615). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for development a variety of commercial uses. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry CUP2022-00004, NETWORK TOWERS II, L.L.C. Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-20.25 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a telecommunications tower and related facilities that exceed 140 feet in height, on GPIN 8724-87-4754(part), consisting of approximately 0.12 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Walnut Grove Road (State Route 615) approximately 1,500 feet east of its intersection with Creighton Road (State Route 615). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3 dwelling units per acre). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor Copies of the above cases may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. please contact the Planning Office or you may also go to https://www.hanovercounty.gov/696/Planning-Commission-Upcoming-and-Archive for more information
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