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R-MC celebrates new performing arts center

By Christina Amano Dolan Editor

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andolph-Macon College (R-MC) recently held a weekend of celebration to recognize the opening of the school’s new Center for the Performing Arts, which offers an exciting expansion to the school’s variety of performing arts programs along with a beautiful open space for stu-

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Shown, from left to right, are a few of the 2022 Ashland Strawberry Faire Scholarship winners, Lynn-Lee Williamson, winner of the Tafi Yourtee Scholarship; Lucy Henning, winner of the Jay Pace Scholarship; Mati Ford, winner of the Tafi Yourtee Scholarship; Alyssa Lawhorn, winner of the Jay Pace Scholarship, and Carl Chittum, winner of the Jay Pace Scholarship.

Photo courtesy of Doug Buerlein of Randolph-Macon College

Randolph-Macon College Concert Choir and Chamber singers perform during the new performing arts center’s dedication ceremony.

see R-MC, pg. 12

Chalkley receives Spirit of Scouting Award

By Christina Amano Dolan Editor

R. E. ‘TRIP’ CHALKLEY

Longtime Commonwealth’s Attorney for Hanover County R. E. “Trip” Chalkley was awarded the 2022 Battlefield District Spirit of Scouting Award last week, honoring his

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A reception was held on behalf of Chalkley at the Hanover Tavern on May 5, gathering together his family members, the Boy Scouts of America Heart of Virginia see CHALKLEY, pg. 18

Ashland Strawberry Faire awards 2022 scholarships to local students

By Christina Amano Dolan Editor Organizers of the Ashland Strawberry Faire recently held its third annual Scholarship and Sponsors Recognition reception to celebrate the events sponsors while commemorating the exceptional recipients of this year’s

Hanover County Scholarship Program.

“Our goal this evening is two-fold,” said Leon Stockwell, board member of the Ashland Strawberry Faire.

“We want to acknowledge our generous sponsors and acknowledge our scholarship recipients and give them a

moment in the spotlight to tell us about their plans for the future.”

The Ashland Strawberry Faire offers the Hanover County Scholarship Program to 10 students in Hanover County from Atlee High School, Hanover High see STRAWBERRY, pg. 14

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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.

Dunn 50th Anniversary Diane and Shelley Dunn of Mechanicsville celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on May 6th with their children Hollie and Brittany and their families and granddaughter Carsen with a trip to the Outer Banks.

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HCPS kicks off Senior Walk tradition

15 COMMUNITY Atlee HS hosts annual State Drill Competition ATLEE HIGH SCHOOL

PHOTOS COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Class of 2022 students from Patrick Henry, Hanover, Mechanicsville and Atlee High schools visited the halls of their former schools last month, honoring the annual Hanover County Public Schools (HCPS) Senior Walk tradition.

Mechanicsville High School students visited Bell Creek Middle School and took victory laps around their old elementary schools; Hanover High School students visited Pole Green Elementary School; Patrick Henry High School students paraded outside of Liberty Middle School and their former elementary schools; and Atlee High School students visited Cool Spring Elementary School and WashingtonHenry Elementary School.

14 ASHLAND Upcoming programs at the Ashland Museum HANOVER HIGH SCHOOL

20 SPORTS MECHANICSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

R-MC’s Caitlyn Giese wins national championship

ALSO… Incident Reports........3 Calendar ....................4 Letters to the editor...6 Obituaries ..........10-12 Sports ................20-23 TV grids..............22-24 Classifieds .........26-30

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Hanover death investigation begins On Monday, May 2 at approximately 6:09 p.m., deputies responded to the Montpelier Shoppes in the 16000 block of Mountain Road for a report of an adult male lying unconscious on the ground next to a vehicle.

Once on scene, deputies located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The gun was located next to the body. Lifesaving measures were attempted but were ultimately unsuccessful.

The adult male has been

identified as John Slaw, 81, of Montpelier.

Investigators continue to look into the moments leading up to this incident and are currently not seeking any suspects in this case. They continue to work with the Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the official cause of death.

The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office extends their deepest condolences to the family of John Slaw during this difficult time.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office at (804) 3656140 or the Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at (804) 7801000. 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.

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Investigators seek information in reckless handling case On Feb. 9 at approximately 6 a.m., deputies responded to the 6700 block of Rural Point Road for a complaint of shots fired into an occupied residence. Once on scene, two bullet holes were located in the side of the residence.

After examining the evidence, it was determined that

both projectiles entered the residence causing damage to property inside. There were no injuries to any of the occupants.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office at (804) 3656140 or the Metro Richmond

Crime Stoppers at (804) 7801000. 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 | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue not from a person was reported in the 10200th block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.

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.

Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 7300th block of Pickett Avenue, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 6100th block of Poppy Seed Lane, Mechanicsville.

Threats in writing was reported in the 7900th block of Colony Drive, Mechanicsville.

Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was

Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 9300th block of Berry Farm Court, Mechanicsville.

Marijuana on school grounds was reported in the 12400th block of W Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 6300th block of War Horse Lane, Mechanicsville.

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Simple assault was reported in the 300th block of S James Street, Ashland.

Petit larceny, less than $500,

Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 7100th block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

reported in the 9100th block of Covington Ridge Court, Mechanicsville.

Driver not reporting accident with damage more than $250 was reported in the 4000th block of Spring Run Road, Mechanicsville.

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CALENDAR 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 ashlandmuseum.org.

Saturday, May 14 The Kiwanis Club of Ashland is hosting a “KarWanis Car Show” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. located at the Ashland Junction Shopping Center, 167 Junction Drive, Ashland. Registration is $15 in advance and $20 the day of the show, with all proceeds put toward supporting the club’s mission of serving the children in the community. The

show is limited to 100 vehicles.

To register, visit: https://fb.me/ e/1gpHhx5j3.

Monday, May 16 Members of the Pamunkey Woman’s Club will meet at 1 p.m. at a member’s home for the final meeting of the club year. Following the annual picnic there will be an installation of officers for the 20222023 club year. For more information about the meeting or becoming a club member, contact Cindy Modzelewski, club membership chairman at 804366-0864 or look them up at facebook.com/pamunkeywc.

Tuesday, May 17 The Mechanicsville TEA Party will meet at 6701 Cold Harbor Road in Mechanicsville at 7 p.m. It is near the Cold Harbor Road and Creighton

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Road traffic circle and directly across from Dollar General.

Liz Dickinson from American Majority is the guest speaker and will discuss how to continue last year’s positive change in the direction of Virginia politics. Meetings are open to everyone. Contact Glenn Baker with any questions at 804-752-8389. Leave a message and he will return your call if there is no answer.

Saturday, June 11 The Ashland Strawberry Faire will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 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 www. ashlandstrawberryfaire.com for more information.

| News, Updates & Listings CodeBlue Cares is holding an electronic recycling event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 9204 Center Oak Court, Mechanicsville. Bring old electronics of any shape or size.

They will take almost everything except CRT TVs. $10 per car will be appreciated. All proceeds are donated to the CodeBlue Cares Foundation.

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 identifi-

Thursday, May 26 2pm at Heritage Green Presented by Deputy Evan Povar from the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office

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. cation 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 804-270-9626.

Sundays All Souls Episcopal Church celebrates Holy Eucharist Rite II at 9:15 a.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. Katherine G.

Dougherty is the Deacon in charge of All Souls. For more information, visit www.allsoulsva.org.

A Healing and Recovery SS Class meets at 9 a.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the NorthStar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 Steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. All are welcome. For more information, call 804-746-5081 or consee CALENDAR, pg. 8

Deputy Povar will talk about different types of scams and fraudulent activity present in the community today and ways to protect yourself from being a victim online, on the phone, or in person.

Please RSVP by May 19 to Sarah by calling 804-723-1336 or email sgriffin@heritagegreenal.com.

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OPINION | The Local Views

Safeguarding the planet is a job for all generations

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist More than 50 years since we celebrated the first Earth Day, I have to wonder if the effectiveness of the green-inspired effort has lost its mass appeal. I justify that by the lack of organized celebrations or media coverage the event received this year. Or maybe I just wasn’t watching the right outlets.

Looking back, I do, however, recognize how events like Earth Day coupled with the dedicated and tenacious efforts of a number of environmentally sensitive organizations have changed attitudes regarding how we treat Mother Earth in those five decades since the inaugural environmental protest. The results are not just anecdotal.

A simple drive southward on I-95 from Richmond to Petersburg is only one example of how environmental regulations have cleaned a once dirty skyline, dotted with numerous smokestacks emitting a multitude of pollutants.

Many of those structures are gone, and the remaining ones sit dormant.

A short distance away, the James River also benefitted from increased environmental awareness and a renewed respect for the earth around us.

Portions of the river that were once off limits in my younger years now provide infinite opportunities for recreation for the metro area, and native birds, fish and animals have returned to the waterway.

A friend of mine planned to spend Earth Day 2022 in a pair of waders

cleaning trash from a small tributary that flows in to the James River, and she reminded me that this Earth Day is still important, perhaps even more critical at a time when society seems pre-occupied with other issues.

Of course, we are all aware of global warming and rising ocean temperatures, but she noted that the challenges mount as global communities struggle to keep pace with the problems. Raising awareness regarding ongoing issues that affect our global environment has been an ongoing mission of Earth Day since its inception.

The event was organized in 1970 as an attempt to increase efforts to find sustainable alternatives to fossil fuel, celebrate the Earth and stress the importance of conservation to the planet’s future survival.

More than a half century later, environmentalists are still sounding the alarm and alerting us to global challenges that are progressing, and many are warning that a point of no return is looming.

It’s a message some Americans are experiencing firsthand. Water levels in Lake Mead and Lake Powell, two of the nations largest reservoirs, are at historically low levels. That decrease in water reduces the amount of energy produced as levels decrease. Water from these reservoirs fuel agricultural production in many midwestern states.

It’s a small example of how some problems can’t be ignored, and solutions cannot be delayed. Earth Day 2022 reminds us all that safeguarding the planet is job one for all generations. It’s a never-ending effort that perhaps, doesn’t receive the recognition it deserves, but is more needed today than ever.

Treasure hunt in the woods yields hidden gems

By Laura McFarland Managing Editor As treasure hunts go, this was one of the more unusual ones in which I have ever participated.

In general, I like a good treasure hunt, though we are not talking about

the kind One-Eyed Willy was protecting. Whether it is finding good books at a library book sale, stumbling across a beautiful piece of artwork in a garage sale, or discovering a beautiful piece of clothing in a thrift store with the original tags still on, a huge part of the fun is

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the thrill of the hunt. Sure you want the treasure, but if you are having a good time along the way, sometimes walking away empty-handed isn’t a horrible outcome.

That was certainly true of the search for lady slipper orchids that occurred

recently in some local woods.

It started with a name. For those of you who don’t know, I participate every year in the James River Batteau Festival, an eight-day boat festival that sees colonial-style flat-bottom boats see TREASURE, pg. 25

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LETTERS | Reader Views

Reader offers recommendation for school board seat The notice for the open Mechanicsville District School Board seat is probably the most important notice from a previous edition of The Local. It is a clarion call to those willing to serve the most important constituents of any community: the students.

Service on the school board offers the opportunity to exert a positive influence on the trajectory of many lives – now and well into the future. I am a product of the Hanover School system and acknowledge my great debt to those administrators and teachers. They did more than teach – they inspired. Thank you one and all!

There are nine individuals who have indicated their interest in serving the Mechanicsville District on the Hanover County School Board for the four-year term beginning July 1.

Hanover County is blessed to have such people willing to assume that mantle of responsibility and serve in such a challenging capacity. Hanover County residents have a right to have the best and the brightest serve on the school board. The success of each student affects every one of us.

Whether you have family members being tutored in the county’s school system or not, you are a stakeholder in the success and excellence of our school system. A community is judged by many metrics, and one of the most important is the effectiveness of its education system. The importance of a good education and having good schools cannot be overstated. People gravitate to communities having excellent school systems. This appeal is reflected in stable property values and desirable, vibrant communities.

For those who may not be aware just how important the Hanover see LETTERS, pg. 9

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Restrictions placed on certain larger items at Hanover County waste centers from May 26-29 Contributed Report Ashland-Hanover Local From Thursday, May 26, through Sunday, May 29, only bagged or containerized household waste will be accepted at Hanover County’s six Convenience Centers.

The following items will not be accepted from May 26-29: large furniture items, mattresses or box springs, loose construction and demolition debris and large, loose, bulky material loads.

If you need to dispose of these materials, bring them prior to May 26 or after May 30.

The county will be closing the Solid Waste Transfer Station for floor repairs from May 26

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to 30. The temporary restrictions will give the county enough capacity to keep the household disposal facilities open during the period when the Transfer Station is unavailable.

The Transfer Station also will be closed to commercial haulers from May 26 to 30.

All Hanover County trash and recycling facilities will be closed on Monday, May 30, for Memorial Day. The county expects to return to normal operations on Tuesday, May 31. The county appreciates your cooperation in this matter and apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

Information submitted by Tom Harris, information officer for the Hanover County Administrator’s Office.

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. Contact

John Shinholser, McShin president, at 804-249-1845, or visit http://www.mcshin.org.

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She then went on to complete her Master of Science in Physician Assistant studies at South University. When she is not busy caring for patients, Karlie enjoys spending time with family and friends, exercising, and exploring all that Richmond has to offer.

We are excited to welcome her to our group. She will begin seeing patients on June 8,2022.

Please call 746-9055 to schedule your appointment today.

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Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, midJanuary through mid-December, 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 nonstring instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. Visit www. hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536.

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 members to meet members and learn about what they do for the community.

Wednesdays 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 at 7046 Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Contact 804-746-5081 or at wgbcinfo@comcast.net or 804746-4696. The classes are free but the students will need to purchase the books required for their class.

Hanover Rotary meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Roma’s Restaurant at 7240 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Due to the pandemic, contact President Penny at pennyguiles43@gmail.com for current meeting at Roma’s or Zoom connection information.

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

For more information, contact Steve Dunham at 804-4966093 or sandrdunham@yahoo.

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Overcomers Outreach & Women’s Codependency is a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. at Shalom Baptist Church at 8116 Walnut Grove 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 p.m. 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 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 804-7810338.

Third Mondays Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who 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 see CALENDAR pg. 9

HAAC hosts studio art classes with Dan Bartges Contributed Report news@mechocal.com The Hanover Arts & Activities Center (HAAC) has announced another four-week series of studio art classes conducted by nationally-known artist Dan Bartges.

Classes are for all levels and in all media – oils, acrylics, watercolors or charcoal. Each class will include instruction, a live model and still lifes. All proceeds will go to the nonprofit center.

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County school system is, consider this: the school budget accounts for about 37% of the total Hanover County budget!

These funds are an investment in our future and our children.

It is imperative that board leadership be composed of individuals of diverse backgrounds and expertise. A candidate seeking to serve on the school board needs to have the wisdom, business experience, financial background and the vision to guide the school board through the future.

Hanover County has a unique opportunity to capitalize on the availability of a community leader who meets these requirements and who is motivated to serve. Candidate John Redd is aware of the challenges of serving our community as a school board member. He has

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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

Classes will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on four consecutive Monday nights: May 23 and 30, June 6 and June 13.

The instructor will provide a suggested list of supplies before the class. Email him directly with questions at dkbartges@verizon.net.

Total fee is $80. To register, visit the HAAC website: https://www.hanoverarts.net/ workshops-classes.

Register now because the classes will be limited to 15, first come, first served.

Students of Dan Bartges’ studio art class paint a live model at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center.

served on the school board, representing the Cold Harbor District from 1980 through 1984.

He has the background and business skills and experience that is necessary for this position of immense responsibility.

Mr. Redd holds an accounting degree from East Carolina University and a master’s degree in Taxation from VCU. He has been a CPA in public practice since 1973. In 1984, Mr. Redd started a CPA firm in Mechanicsville and has operated a profitable CPA business in the community from that time.

His social and business contacts afford him the opportunity to be in touch with many members of the community.

As a result, Mr. Redd is in tune with community concerns and community sentiment. This, along with his expansive expertise, should be of immeasurable value to the school board and

the community at large.

A leader’s position in the community should reflect his involvement in and his commitment to that community.

A number of years ago, Mr. Redd served for two terms as president of Mechanicsville Businessmen's Association. He is a life-long Hanover County resident and a graduate of LeeDavis High School.

I’d also proffer that family should be an integral part of leadership credentials. Family commitment to education and to service to the community is evidenced in his wife, Terry’s, prior service as a teacher in the Hanover school system. He has the unique opportunity to receive the counsel of a former teacher on issues confronting the school board. I’ll call this arrangement “Team Redd.”

Redd is that individual who is well qualified to serve our students, to guide the trajectory

of the school board and to facilitate and ensure the continuing excellence of the Hanover School system.

I urge those who support Mr. Redd to reach out to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors and to Mechanicsville District Supervisor Peterson indicating your support of Mr. Redd. Supervisor Peterson (email address: wcpeterson@ hanovercounty.gov) will be reviewing the candidate’s qualifications and it will be his recommendation of the most qualified candidate to the full board.

Share your recommendation of Mr. Redd to serve as the Mechanicsville representative on the Hanover County School Board for the next four years.

Our community deserves the best!

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are cancelled if Hanover County Public Schools are two hours late or cancelled due to inclement weather. To register, call the church at 804-7469073. Call Janet Lewis at 804398-8947.

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.

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

The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the

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MARSHALL BRANNON

BRANNON, R. Marshall, 81, of Mechanicsville, Va., died May 2, 2022. Husband of Ann Brannon (whom he called "the love of my life") and father of Stephen and David Brannon, Marshall passed after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.

The first in his family to attend university, Marshall graduated from the University of Virginia in 1962 and then taught high school French in Chesapeake for seven years, including two summers studying French in

Toulouse, France. He received a master's degree before supervising foreign language instruction for the state of Virginia until his retirement in 1991. He was an adjunct professor at the Virginia Commonwealth University for 29 years, where he continued his love of helping others to teach better. Marshall's love of traveling and learning passed on to his sons as well as to his grandson, Sinan. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends, including students he taught 60 years ago who still remember the impact he had on their lives.

Services were held at Bennett Funeral Home in Mechanicsville at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 6, with visitation at 1 p.m. Entombment followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park after the service. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

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CL ARKE, Orlin Randolph "Randy" Sr., passed away peacefully in his home on April 28, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his loving daughter, Pam Collins; his two brothers, Edward Clarke and Herman Clarke; and his brother-inlaw, Frankie Smith. Randy is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Gloria Faye Clarke; his three sons, Orlin Randolph Clarke Jr., Bruce Clarke and Keith Clarke; and by seven grandchildren, Jessica Clarke, Trevor Clarke, Orlin Randolph Clarke III, Andrew Ramsey, Holly DiBlasso, Jasmine Clarke and Courtney Clarke; as well as his three sisters-in-law, Mae Clarke, Judy Carlton and Maude (Shug) Simms. Randy was born in Richmond, Va. and was a long-time resident of Powhatan, Va., where he

and his wife raised their family. Randy worked for Philip Morris for 33 years and served in the United States Army for 12 years. He was a member of the Powhatan United Methodist Church, a patriot of the NRA and a long-time member of the Moose Lodge #1840. In his later years, Randy could frequently be found tinkering in his garage, working on his model railroad, or spending time with his family. First and foremost, Randy was a family man. Second, was his love for animals; especially the dogs he loved and cared for over his lifetime. Funeral services were held at 12 p.m. on Friday, May 6, 2022, at Bliley's - Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Road, followed directly by the burial at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Powhatan United Methodist Church. The family would like to especially thank Traditions Hospice for their compassion and care.

EAVES, Kenneth P., 71, of Mechanicsville, passed away suddenly April 21, 2022.

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uncle and friend to all, he is survived by his sister, Pat Wood; nephew, Joe Fulcher (Tonya); niece, Michelle Kellam (Paul); great-nephew, Michael (Nicole); great-nieces, Chloe (Joel), Austin; and many close friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell P. and Lilllian V. Eaves; brother-in-law, Sammy Wood. He was retired from Lucent Technologies and served in the U.S. Army. "Meet me at Kenny's" to celebrate his life May 21, 2022, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, make a donation to a local animal shelter in his name.

The family received friends Friday, May 6, 2022, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, where a funeral service took place at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 7, 2022. Interment followed at 1 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 1214 Wilmer Ave., Richmond, Va. 23227. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to the church.

ELAINE MARIE KLINDT NELSON

DORIS LIPSCOMBE GREEN

GREEN, Doris Lipscombe, 81, of Hanover County, went to be with the Lord, Monday, May 2, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a son, Douglas Marshall Green "Dutchie." She is survived by her daughter, Cherilyn R. Green; and a grandson, Nathan Andrews Jr. Doris was a long-standing, active, member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church. She loved her church family. She also enjoyed ballroom dancing and had a special affection for Purple Martins. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother, who cherished her time spent with her family.

NELSON, Elaine Marie Klindt, died April 2, 2022, at age 92. She was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband of 58 years, Robert Parker Nelson.

She was born in Early, Iowa to Henry Christian Klindt and Estella Leckband Klindt. She was also predeceased by her brother-in-law, Lyle Lohman. She is survived by her sister and best friend, Janet Lohman; her children, Robin (Harrison) Clark, Rebecca Nelson, Chris (Peggy) Nelson, Kevin (Barbara) Nelson; her grandchildren, Justin P. (Heather) Myers, Scott Parker Myers, Jessica Marie (Andrew) Proffitt, Kevin Michael Nelson, Courtney Lee Nelson (and fiance', Daniel Douthit), Mara Terese (Shane) Maxemow and Lauren Elizabeth Nelson (and fiance, Rich Hurson Jr.); greatgrandchildren, Parker, Henry see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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and Neill Proffitt; her brotherin-law, Neill (Katherine) Nelson; and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins. Elaine started each day with a smile, prayer, coffee and the Sudoku puzzles in the newspaper, completing the last one a few days before her death. She was a person of strong faith, quiet strength and courage, infinite patience, an inquisitive mind and a deep love for family and friends.

She taught us that nothing is more important than God and family. Her greatest enjoyment was hearing about the lives of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed attending church service and Bible study at St. Paul Lutheran Church. She was an elementary school teacher graduating from Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, Minn., an office administrator in the travel and tourism industry, a pianist, church organist, avid reader, knitter, crafter and genealogist.

She enjoyed big band, oldies and classical music, attending as many craft shows as possible, walks around the neighborhood, traveling, gardening, taking pleasure in the first blooming tulips and jonquils of this spring and took it as her mission to share messages of encouragement and humor on Facebook.

She and Bob loved hosting family at their home, Briarpatch, for every holiday dinner for over 30 years. She smiled at every card received during her illness and took comfort in their messages.

On Saturday, May 14 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, there will be a visitation from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and a funeral service at 11:30 a.m. with a reception following at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church, 8100 Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville, Virginia 23111. The family would like to thank their extended family and friends for all their love and support. Psalm 25:1-7.

SHELBERT DEVON SAWYER

SAWYER, Mr. Shelbert Devon "Dewey," born July 22, 1950 and passed away January 4, 2021. Devon, son of the late Shelbert L. Sawyer and Gladys S. Berry, was a native of Tyrrell County, N.C. and Veteran of the U.S. Army. He loved spending time with his family and his dog, Pebbles, whom he loved dearly. Devon was also a great carpenter that loved to hunt and fish. He is survived by his daughters, Michelle Banton, Amy LeGay and husband, Tommy; grandchildren, Charles, Jeremy, Matthew, Brandon, Brittany, Dillon; great-grandchildren, Lucas, Lorelei, Oliver; three brothers, two sisters; and a good friend, Justin, who was like a son. In lieu of flowers, donate in his name to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: supporting.afsp. org. Service will be held at Signal Hill Memorial Park, 12360 Hanover Courthouse Road, Hanover, Va. 23069, May 21, 2022, at 1 p.m. Family will receive friends after the service at Hanover Auto Repair, 8175 Patrick Henry Blvd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116.

PAUL A. WEIMER SR.

WEIMER, Paul A. Sr., passed into his Savior's arms surrounded by family and holding the hand of his wife, Bettie, his soulmate of 69 years.

His legacy of kindness continues through his three chil-

dren, Brenda Fields (Ronnie), Cindy Hatmaker (Dennis), Paul Jr. (Bubba) and his wife, Theresa; seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

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THOMAS JAMES WHITE JR.

WHITE, Thomas James "Tommy" Jr., 67, of Mechanicsville, Va., passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 2, 2022. He was a beloved husband, brother, dad and "Pop-Pop." A proud Navy veteran, Tom worked with computers most of his life and was active in politics as well as music. He is survived by his wife, Sharon White; his daughter, Heather Rhoads (James); son, Matthew White (Krystal Hughes); brother, Michael White (Patty); sister, Karen White Elliott Setchel (Doug); and grandchildren, Sadie and Wyatt Rhoads; as well as a brother-in-law, Daniel Elliott. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas James White Sr. and Jacquelin Sylvia White. Tom was born in Richmond, Virginia in 1954 to Thomas James White Sr. and Jacquelin Sylvia White.

The oldest of three children, he was a natural born leader.

He attended VCU and shortly after, enlisted in the Navy. He met the love of his life, Sharon Pruitt in the winter of 1982 and the two were wed the next April. His passion was computers and he was involved in information technology from the beginning. Later in life, he opened his own insurance agency franchise with his wife

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dents and faculty to enjoy.

Originally built in 1952, the Blackwell Auditorium was the primary hub for the school’s arts and activities and has hosted special events and performances for 70 years in the R-MC community, including regular performances by the Richmond Symphony and the Ashland Musical Variety Show.

With an expansion to the school’s programming in the performing arts, the need for additional facilities was identified and construction began in the fall of 2020. The school held a soft opening for the new center in the fall and has since utilized it throughout the spring semester.

The newly renovated Blackwell Auditorium now flows into the 19,000-square-foot performing arts center and includes an enlarged lobby, sound and light lock entrances to separate the lobby from the performance space, ADA-compliant platform seating, an improved sound system and a drop-down projector screen.

The center also features a separate Cobb-Kesler Studio Theatre that can seat up to 140 guests, Haun Rehearsal Hall, drama classrooms, a scene shop, offices for faculty and more.

On April 29, around 250 attendees visited the Randolph-Macon Center for the Performing Arts to celebrate the facility’s official opening, dedication and various donors that helped make the new space possible. Invited guests enjoyed a cocktail reception along with performances by the Jazz

Photos courtesy of Doug Buerlein of Randolph-Macon College

Donors and college leaders cut the ceremonial ribbon for the college’s new performing arts center. Below, Randolph-Macon College President Robert R. Lindgren speaks during the new performing arts center’s dedication ceremony.

Improvisation Lab and a scene from “Peter and the Starcatcher,” followed by performances by R-MC’s concert choir, chamber singers and the LUXE Show Choir.

Friday’s ceremony was only the beginning of a weekend of festivities, with lively performances held in the new space throughout the weekend. Saturday’s performances yielded a full house of attendees and alumni, including the Kesler family, Cobb family and Dr. Larry Haun. The Blackwell Auditorium featured two performances in the afternoon by R-MC’S instrumental ensemble and LUXE Show Choir followed by a performance of “Peter and the Starcatcher” in the CobbKesler Theater.

Sunday’s program featured another performance by the LUXE Show Choir along with the return of the Richmond

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Symphony, who offered a powerful performance titled “Mozart and More.”

Dr. James Doering, professor of music and chair of R-MC’s Department of Arts, said the center features plaques and pictures from productions, concerts and other events over the years.

He watched as alumni wandered around the new space during the weekend’s events and found themselves in the photographs.

“This was the way the weekend was … kind of celebrating the past but really looking forward to all the potential of the future,” Doering said.

He said some of the most exciting features of the new building are the intricatelydesigned spaces specifically for theater and music, such as the scene shop for students to build theater sets and the stateof-the-art Haun Rehearsal Hall designed for sound clar-

ity, which houses exceptional acoustics.

“We haven’t had a space specifically designed for music performance here on campus,” Doering said. “…I think that’s something you could immediately tell walking into a rehearsal – how everything just kind of went up a level for students, because they were now in an area where they could really hear what they were doing and could build on that.”

“The energy has gone up exponentially” among students with the new facility, Doering said, especially following a pause in performing arts and overall campus activity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He said he has already seen students taking advantage of the building’s various lounge areas and open spaces to practice, study or socialize.

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Lindgren said the new facility offers the ability to expand the school’s growing performing arts program, which includes the theater program; two choral ensembles, the concert choir and chamber singers; instrumental ensembles such as the Randolph-Macon Ensemble, Jazz Improvisation Lab and oth-

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in Yorktown, Virginia. Before his death, he worked again as an IT Manager for Riverside Brick Company in Richmond, Virginia. He was a lifelong Christian and Republican.

Visitation was held Sunday, May 8 from 2 to

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“So the exciting part about this is that we could expand our performing arts programs and offerings to students and have facilities that could accommodate that expansion,” Lindgren said.

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Left, Ashland Strawberry Faire Executive Director Lorie Foley presents this year’s scholarship winners to the crowd of attendees in the Hanover Arts and Activities Center.

Middle, Lynn-Lee Williamson, a Patrick Henry High School student and winner of the Tafi Yourtee Scholarship, gives her acceptance speech, talking about her love for stage performing.

Scholarship winner Mati Ford, an Atlee High School student, gives her acceptance speech during the Ashland Strawberry Faire Scholarship and Sponsors Recognition event.

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School, Mechanicsville High School, Patrick Henry High School, The Hanover Center for Trades and Technology and Randolph-Macon College.

Every year, the Faire’s scholarship committee reaches out to career counselors at the public high schools, the principal at the Hanover Center for Trades and Technology and the College Advancement Department at R-MC with the scholarship’s amount and criteria.

Counselors then select which student best suits each catered scholarship based on their qualifications and aspirations.

Despite a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Faire Committee was able to distribute $12,000 in scholarships in 2021 without dipping into the general funds needed for the 2022 Faire. Even without holding the event, organizers raised funds through various fundraising activities and donations from the community, businesses, churches, committee members and vendors.

The reception, which was held at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center, began by presenting a few sponsors with plaques and gifts of appreciation. This year’s recognized sponsors in attendance were the Hanover Arts and Activities Center, Town of Ashland, The Local, Mega Walsh, Food Lion and Village Bank.

Lorie Foley, executive director of The Faire, presented this year’s scholarships. Nine of the

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scholarships are given in memory of three of the founding members of the Faire.

The Tafi Yourtee Scholarship is given in memory of founding member Tafi Yourtee, who appeared on Broadway and later took residence in Ashland. She continued her acting career through local theater groups such as Barksdale and Swift Creek and held a passion for finding new talent. This year’s recipients were Lynn-Lee Williamson (Patrick Henry High), Caroline Berry (Hanover High), Nedra Matia Ford (Atlee High) and Sophia Lynn (Mechanicsville High).

Williamson will be attending Hollins University to continue her education in the performing arts. She credited her mom with encouraging her to pursue theater at a young age, where she “fell in love with stage performing.” She performed in productions throughout middle school and high school.

“My patience and hard work has paid off, and I get to move on to the two things I love most – singing and acting,” she told the crowd, which was followed by a round of applause.

She thanked the Strawberry Faire Scholarship Committee for awarding her a scholarship.

Ford will be pursuing her musical career at Shenandoah University Conservatory and has performed in a variety of musical theater productions inside and outside of high school.

“I hope to not only continue studying and performing for the next four years of college but hopefully, after college, I will be performing for the rest of my life,” Ford said.

Lynn could not attend the reception due to a school conflict but provided an impressive

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singing tape that was played for attendees along with a heartfelt message of appreciation to the scholarship committee.

Lynn will be attending the University of Southern California as a music industry major.

She wrote that the arts have played a “huge role” in her life, as she participated in many community theater productions, school choirs and select honors choirs throughout her high school career.

“I hope to uplift musicians and make my mark on the music industry, and this scholarship will certainly help me do so,” Lynn wrote.

“I admire your mission, and I am so grateful to have been selected.”

The Jay Pace Scholarship is given in memory of founding member J. Malcom Pace, a Randolph-Macon College alumni and former reporter for the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

Pace eventually transitioned to the role of editor and publisher of The Herald-Progress and enjoyed mentoring many aspiring reporters as they began their journalism careers. Four high school students who plan to major in journalism received this scholarship.

Lucy Henning (Atlee High), Carl Chittum (Patrick Henry High), Jacob Estes (Mechanicsville High) and Alyssa Lawhorn (Hanover High) were this year’s recipients of Jay Pace scholarships.

“I want to thank everyone for this scholarship, and I am so honored to receive it,” said Henning during her acceptance speech. She will be attending Virginia Tech to pursue her dream of becoming a sports broadcaster for ESPN. Chittum said he “fell in love with the idea

of film” while taking a television production class and will be attending either Bowling Green State University or Appalachian State University in pursuit of a film career.

Lawhorn will pursue a major in history and minor in communication studies at Hollins University. She has served as editor in chief and other roles on her school’s yearbook staff and was “grateful to have met so many young journalists” over the years.

The Norman Bugge Scholarship is given in memory of Norman Bugge and awarded to a student attending Hanover Center for Trades and Technology. Bugge worked for the Verizon telephone company and volunteered his time to help build the Faire’s stage, wire the electrical panel and offered other helpful services.

This year’s Bugge Scholarship was awarded to Chloe Lowery. She will be attending Virginia Tech in pursuit of a career in electric engineering.

The Richard S. Gillis Jr. Scholarship is given in memory of founding member and former R-MC student “Dick” Gillis. He served as the mayor of Ashland, coining the town’s slogan as “Center of the Universe,” and later served on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors.

The scholarship is given to a student majoring in political science at Randolph-Macon College. Mason Denseley was gifted this year’s scholarship.

For more information about The Ashland Strawberry Faire, which will be held on June 11, and the Hanover County Scholarship Program, visit the website: https://ashlandstrawberryfaire.com/.

Community Upcoming programs at Mechanicsville area 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 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 notified prior to the program if it is canceled due to weather.* Atlee Bridge Group at the Atlee Branch Library. Tuesdays, May 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.* Chickahominy Colored Pencil Artists. Friday, May 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Join the Chickahominy Colored Pencil Artists at a monthly meeting to share ideas, techniques and skills in using colored pencils. Bring your own individual supplies and projects and enjoy a time to sketch and make new friends. This is not an instructional class.* 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

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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.* 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://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ 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, contact the library.* *Call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9212 Rutlandshire Drive for more information.

In-Person Programs

Atlee HS hosts annual State Drill Competition

Hula Dancing Class,at the Mechanicsville Branch Library.

Mondays, May 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/.* Night Readers at the Mechanicsville Branch Library.

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.* Mechanicsville Book Club at 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.* 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.*

Atlee High School hosted the annual Air Force JROTC drill meet on Saturday, April 30. Fourteen schools from across the state competed in seven events. The Air Force Drill Team from Washington, D.C. performed a routine after the meet.

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Ashland awarded Virginia Tourism Grant for “Center Your Universe" marketing campaign Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Town of Ashland is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC). The grant will help fund the Town’s “Center Your Universe” marketing and visitor experience campaign expected to launch in 2022 and continue throughout 2023.

As part of the campaign and in partnership with the Downtown Ashland Association and the Ashland Museum, the Town will develop and launch a new interactive visitor app, which will include storytelling and audio tour features, as well as highlight Ashland’s events, restaurants, shops and hotels to visitors. The app will also give visitors the ability to build custom trip itineraries for their time spent in the Center of the Universe.

“We truly appreciate Virginia Tourism’s investment in Ashland’s growing tourism economy,” said Martha J. Miller, community engagement manager for the Town

of Ashland. “These funds will enable us to expand our marketing reach and develop assets in keeping with the interests of the next generation of travelers.”

“Our historic downtown and theatre, variety of annual community events, and strategic location along the I-95 corridor already make Ashland a compelling draw for day-trippers and regional travelers,” Miller added. “Pair these existing attributes with the forthcoming Mid-Atlantic Railroad Park and future completion of the Fall Line Trail, of which Ashland will serve as its northern trailhead, and I believe we’re looking at a very strong and exciting tourism economy for this community in the future.”

Governor Glenn Youngkin recently announced that VTC awarded more than $2.7 million for 259 local and regional tourism marketing programs across the state to help increase visitation and revenue for Virginia’s localities through tourism.

Within the Town of Ashland and Hanover County, additional grant recipients include Downtown Ashland Association, $5,000;

Center of the Universe Brewing Co, $6,700; and Green Top Sporting Goods, $30,000.

“These grant funds provide an important opportunity for communities across the Commonwealth to accelerate recovery efforts and continue with their best-inclass marketing initiatives to attract new travelers,” said Rita McClenny, president and CEO of Virginia Tourism. “Increased visitation translates directly into revenue generation, underscoring tourism’s important role in stimulating economic growth and expansion” The VTC Regional Marketing Program aims to help Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs), such as the Town of Ashland, drive overnight visitation and to supplement funding for economically significant special events and festivals in order to increase overnight visitation. The DMO funding is projected to drive more than 125,000 room nights over the next 18 months.

Information submitted by Martha Miller, community engagement manager for the Town of Ashland.

Upcoming programs at the Ashland Museum Guided Walking Tour of Historic Woodland Cemetery. Thursday, May 12 at 6 p.m. The Ashland Museum will offer a guided walking tour of Woodland Cemetery. Join Susan Tucker, Woodland Cemetery administrator, for a look at the history and stories found at Woodland.

Members are free and non-members are $15. Reservations and information are available at ashlandmuseum.org.

Ashland Museum Trivia Night.

Thursday, May 17 at 6 p.m. The Ashland Museum’s trivia team is researching a new list of questions for their Trivia Night at Origin Beer Lab, 106 S. Railroad Avenue, Ashland. Come and have fun with no reservations needed. For information, email ashlandmuseum@comPhoto courtesy of Ashland Museum Ashland Museum will offer a guided walking tour of the Historic Woodland Cemetery. cast.net.

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Upcoming Programs at Hanover Area Libraries Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library

In-Person Programs Teen Hangout at the Ashland Branch Library. Monday, May 16, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Ages 12 to 18. Get together with other teens and do some fun activities.

Outdoor Family Storytimes at the Ashland Branch Library. Tuesdays, May 24, 11 to 11:30am.

Join the library for an outdoor, all ages storytime at the Carter Park pavilion located in Ashland. Bring a blanket to enjoy some fun songs, rhymes and books. Carter Park is located at 1112 Maple Street, Ashland. 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.

Must Love Words at the Ashland Branch Library.

Wednesday, May 11, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 18 and up.

Writers, are you looking for inspiration? Need readers with a discerning eye? Join the library for constructive feedback and discussion about the craft of writing on each of this month. Due to group resources, email and word processing are used to communicate outside of meetings. Access to email and familiarity with word processing is preferred.

Mushroom Beds and Logs 101 at the Ashland Branch Library. Thursday, May 12, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ages 18 & up.

Learn how to grow edible mushrooms in beds or on logs.

What do you need? Where do you get materials and supplies?

Experiment with growing your own mushrooms.

Water-Wise Home Workshop at the Ashland Branch Library. Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 and up.

Stormwater runoff carries pollution into local streams, rivers and Chesapeake Bay, harming water quality and fragile aquatic ecosystems. These three easy make-and-take practices all help prevent pollution from reaching our waterways.

Learn how to make Rain Barrels, Vermicomposting Bins and Pet Waste Digesters. One of each will be given away as a door prize.

Afternoon Book Club at the Ashland Branch Library.

Monday, May 16, 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 18 and up.

Read the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations.

Evening Book Club at the Ashland Branch Library.

Tuesday, May 17, 7 to 8 p.m. Ages 18 and up.

Read the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations. * In-spa-ration at the Ashland Branch Library. Thursday, see HANOVER pg. 17

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Tissue Paper Painting at the Mechanicsville Branch Library.

Tuesday, May 24, 6 to 8 p.m. Ages 12 to 18. De-stress and create a painting using tissue paper and sharpies.* Adult Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Friday, May 27, 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Ages 18 & up. You’re never too old to listen to a good story. If you are, or are the caregiver of, an adult who would enjoy the lively reading of picture books and lighthearted stories, join the library for Adult Storytime.* Water-Wise Workshop at the Mechanicsville Branch Library.

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said the new facility will not only benefit music and theater majors but all students interested in the performing arts.

“The performing arts now have a home at Randolph-Macon,” Doering said.

“And that doesn't just mean for students that are here to major in music or theater… Students might be majoring in the sciences but they still want to sing or they

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May 19, 6 to 7 p.m. Ages 12-18.

Ready for a mental break? Create some bath bombs to relax.* Morning Book Club at the Ashland Branch Library. Friday, May 20, 10 to 11 a.m. Ages 18 and up.* Read the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations.* Your Local Habitat and Why it is Important at the Ashland Branch Library. Saturday, May 21, 11 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 and up.

Wish you had more birds, bees and butterflies where you live? Virginia Master Naturalist Sheryl Smith will discuss how to improve the habitat using native plants, whether you have a traditional yard, container garden or community space.* Summer Safety at the Ashland

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 HanoverCaroline Soil & Water Conservation District.*

Virtual/Hybrid Programs

Take & Make Programs 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.*

Author Chat with Evie Hawtrey.

Wednesday, May 18, 7 to 8 p.m. Join 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.* Call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place for more information.

still want to play their violin, and that's something they can do here. And the space is inviting and gives us a spot to do that in ways that benefits all of campus.”

“It’s nice to have both additional faculty and the opportunity for students to participate,” Lindgren said. “And then of course, as they participate and as they perform, they create programming that’s a benefit to both the RandolphMacon community but also to the greater Ashland community and beyond.”

R-MC finished up their final performances of “Peter and the Starcatcher” this season, which were held in the CobbKesler Theater from May 4 through 7 following the weekend’s dedication ceremonies.

With this season’s school performances coming to a close, Doering said to “stay turned for exciting events next year” as they begin to fully utilize and grow within the new and improved space and plan for upcoming productions.

Branch Library. Thursday, May 26, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Ages 18 & up.

Learn about some common safety concerns that occur in the warmer months with tips and tricks to keep everyone safe. They will focus on water safety, hydration, prevention of skin cancer and much more.

Presented by the Hanover Health Department.* Take & Make Programs Gratitude Journals at the Ashland Branch Library. Pickup started Monday, May 2, 10 to 11 a.m. Ages 12 & up.

Learning to express gratitude is critical to mental health. Use this journal to express your thankful thoughts.

Stop by the Ashland Library to pick up a kit of supplies and educational materials to make your very own Gratitude Journal, available while supplies last.* *Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.

Hanover Branch Library In-Person Programs "13 Reasons Why" by Jay Asher Book Talk at the Hanover Branch Library. Monday, May 16, 1 to 2 p.m.

Join the library for a Mental Health Month book discussion of "13 Reasons Why" by Jay Asher.* *Call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive for more information.

Lois Wickham Jones/ Montpelier Branch Library In-Person Programs Outdoor Family Story Time at the Montpelier Branch Library.

Thursdays, May 12, 19 and 26, 4 to 4:30 p.m. Join the library in the Rose Garden to sing songs, learn rhymes and listen to stories. Each session will

Ethan Lynne receives scholarship from Hanover Democrats Contributed Report news@mechocal.com Ethan C. Lynne of Ashland is the winner of the 2021 Melissa J. Dopp/ Bobby Ostergren Scholarship, which is awarded yearly by the Hanover Democratic Committee (HDC) to graduating Hanover County seniors with the highest level of participation and involvement in Democratic campaigns and activities.

Lynne, a graduating senior at Patrick Henry, is winning a $1200 scholarship award. He is the son of Andy and Karen Lynne of Ashland. Lynne plans to attend The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. to pursue a degree in Political Communications.

He has an extensive background in participating in Democratic Party causes. In 2019 he interned with the Democratic Party of Virginia in their Richmond office. In 2020 he ran textbanks for the Biden, Warner, Rashid, McAuliffe campaigns,

have an engaging craft to take home.

Feel free to bring a chair, towel and sunscreen. Storytime is held weather permitting. . Register at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ to be notified prior to the program if it is canceled due to weather.

Take & Make Programs Sit Spots for Grownups at the Montpelier Branch Library. Pickup started Monday, May 2.

Give yourself a time out with a guided 30-day mindfulness program that will help you rediscover your essential bond with nature. Pick up a kit at the Montpelier Branch Library.

This video premieres on May 2 on the library’s website: https://tinyurl. com/prladults; YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ pamunkeylibrary; and Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ PamunkeyLibrary/.* *Call 804-883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane

texting thousands of voters. His textbanking work continued into 2021 when he led High-Schoolers for Terry (McAuliffe) and texted over two million Virginians. From June 2020 to the present, he has served as the co-chair of Virginia Teen Democrats, leading members and coordinating multiple events.

Throughout 2021 he served as a digital intern with the DPVA, writing fundraising letters and designing graphics. Lynne also registered numerous voters at his high school for the 2021 election.

The scholarship was established to honor the late Bobby Ostergren, the former Hanover County registrar for many years, and the late Melissa Dopp, a longtime activist in the Hanover Democratic Committee.

“We are proud that Ethan has been a shining example of how teens can support Democratic candidates and causes,” said Daniel McGraw, chair of the Hanover Democratic Committee. for more information.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library In-Person Programs Meditative Practice: Crochet at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Saturday, May 14, 2 to 3 p.m.

Ages 12 and up. Crochet a simple, repetitive pattern and allow your mind to drift. All supplies provided, no experience needed. Finished pieces will be displayed in the library to spread the peace and joy.* Meditative Painting: Sunflower at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library Saturday, May 21, 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 14 & up. Follow along to create a beautiful Sunflower painting. No art experience needed. * *Call 804-749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

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Chuck Hurd, Battlefield District Vice Chairman, presents Hanover County Commonwealth’s attorney ‘Trip’ Chalkley with this year’s Spirit of Scouting Award.

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Council members and local scouting supporters.

The Heart of Virginia Council delivers scouting to over 8,500 youth and adult members in 24 counties of the Central Virginia and Richmond area. The Battlefield District, in particular, covers Henrico and Hanover counties east of Interstate 95, including the counties of New Kent and Charles City.

Chuck Hurd, Battlefield District Vice Chairman, presented Chalkley with this year’s Spirit of Scouting Award.

Hurd said the recipient is an individual who was nominated by a committee of local scouting volunteers and does not have to have a scouting background. Instead, the recipient of the award needs to represent and live by the characteristics that embody the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Hurd recited the Scout Oath to the crowd.

“On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight,” he said.

He also recited the Scout Law, which consists of 12 goals for each scout to live up to every day.

According to the law, a scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent.

Hurd said Chalkley as embodies all of these

virtues and discussed his impressive background in law.

Chalkley has been an active member of the Virginia State Bar, the Virginia Association of Commonwealth Attorney’s, National Attorneys Association and the Hanover County Bar Association, where he served as president from 1997 to 1998. He has also been affiliated with the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Mechanicsville Ruritan Club and the University of Richmond Spider Club.

Chalkley earned a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Richmond in 1973, majoring in both history and political science while minoring in classics. He received his law degree from T.C. Williams School of Law in 1976.

Following graduation, he served in a private practice from 1976 to 1978, served as assistant Commonwealth’s attorney for the City of Richmond from 1978 to 1979 and for Hanover County from 1980 to 1983. He started a private practice specializing in criminal defense from 1984 to 2007 and eventually assumed the role of the Hanover County Commonwealth’s Attorney in 2008 – a position he maintains today.

“He’s committed to protecting the innocent, prosecuting the guilty, and he believes that a well-trained and dedicated law professional is the best friend of an innocent person,” Hurd said.

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By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE — When two of the top teams in the Richmond metropolitan area meet, fans can expect fireworks. When those two teams happen to be cross-county rivals, fans can expect plenty of fireworks.

Fans of Mechanicsville and Hanover were not disappointed by the amount of action when the Mustangs visited the Hawks’ diamond Thursday night.

Mechanicsville’s fans may have been disappointed with a 9-8 loss to the Hawks, but what happened on the field had plenty of entertainment value. Both teams had plenty to be proud of.

“Thursday night was a great game,” wrote Hanover head baseball coach Tyler Kane in a text lightly edited for style and clarity. “Mechanicsville scored three in the first and we responded with four in the bottom half (of the inning).

Cannon Peebles hit a ball off the center field wall to lead off the bottom half of the first inning.”

The game was moved up from Friday because of anticipated adverse weather, and the Mustangs had no chance to rest arms after earning a 3-2 win over Mills Godwin the previous evening.

“It was wild. It was ‘Wow!,’” said Mechanicsville head baseball coach Tyler Johnson.

“Playing in Hanover back-toback days two of the top teams here in Richmond, two of the top teams around on back-toback nights, is a test a little bit.

The ’Ville stymies Eagles

By Clark Forster For the Times-Dispatch

Joel Klein for The Local

Mechanicsville catcher Grayson Moore shows the umpire he has control of the ball after tagging Hanover’s Wade Shepherd out at the plate on the back end of a double steal in Hanover’s 9-8 win over the Mustangs in a battle of county rivals Thursday night.

I think on Wednesday with the big win against Godwin 3-2, that was a huge confidence boost.

“Even though we lost to Hanover … it was a good game.

It could have gone either way.

The way our guys competed it ended up being a fun week.”

Both starters took time to settle down, beginning their outings with big hits to the first batter each faced. Hanover starter Levi Huesman gave up

a line drive to center field by Mechanicville’s Ethan Serrano.

Mechanicsville starter Sam Owens gave up the long ball to Peebles for a double.

In the Mustang first, Cam Lamb followed up Serrano’s single with a bunt single. Aaron Maxie walked, and Trevor Loving knocked in Serrano with a groundout to first.

With Dallas Hairfield at the plate, Lamb scored on a passed ball which allowed Maxie to

advance to third, then Hairfield knocked in Maxie on a sacrifice fly to center field.

“I think everybody was kind of shocked,” Johnson said. “It seemed like they were dead and their fans were shocked. But even going in to our dugout, it was kind of like, ‘What just happened?’ We didn’t expect to do that. But then they came right out and we just made so many mistakes early on in the game that cost us later in the game.”

In the Hawk first, Peebles scored the first of his two runs in the game on a botched pickoff attempt. Seth Keller reached on a single to left field and stole second and third. Brett Alvis walked. Cole Elrod singled in Keller. One out later, Nolan Williamson hit a single to center field to drive in Alvis and Elrod and make the score 4-3.

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MECHANICSVILLE — Mills Godwin and Mechanicsville put on a good, old-fashioned pitcher’s duel Wednesday night.

And as pitcher’s duels often go, it was one lone moment that made the difference in a 3-2 Mustangs home victory.

Godwin pitcher Garrett Mason was dealing early as he kept the Mustangs offense off-balance.

But in the bottom of the fourth, Mustangs second baseman Trevor Loving was finally able to connect.

The University of Lynchburg commit blasted a 2-run homer over the right field fence to give Mechanicsville a 3-2 lead that would stand the rest of the way.

“We just needed something to happen,” Loving said, as the Mustangs could muster only two hits versus a dominant Mason. “He threw a pitch right down the middle. I took the best see STYMIES, pg. 21

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R-MC student wins national equestrian title

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE — King William’s Caitlyn Giese wasn’t just horsing around when she represented RandolphMacon at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association’s IHSA Nationals in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Thursday.

The rising junior, who grew up in King William but attended Hanover High School, brought the Yellow Jacket equestrian team its first national championship. Giese won the Novice Flat division at the Nationals, which were held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center on the first day of the competition, which ended Sunday.

Giese, who rides Hunter style (as opposed to Western style), performed a series of maneuvers with her mount to demonstrate her equitation skills. She caught the equitation bug from her mother, Gail Giese.

“I started riding when I was 4 years old,” the younger Giese said. “My mom, she got me into it. She’s been riding since she was a young age — around 10.

So she was riding at the time still and, you know, I did the basic pony rides that every kid does at the fairs and stuff. And I really enjoyed it. So she started letting me do lessons and I’ve been rid-

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the second inning when Chase Hustead, who was hit by a pitch and stole second, scored on a two-base error.

The Mustangs added a run in the third when Loving scored on a passed ball and regained the lead in the fourth when Serrano tripled in C.J. DiNapoli, who walked, and scored on a

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Giese attended Hanover High School because her father, Mikael Giese, worked at nearby Georgetown School. She began competing as a youth and looked for a place to continue competing in college.

The daughter of the owner of the farm where Giese boarded her now-retired mount, Eureka Springs, had once competed as an equestrian at RandolphMacon.

“She loved going here,” Giese said. “She was on the winning team here at Macon and she pushed me to come to the school. So I toured and automatically fell in love, and I knew I wanted to stay close to home.

And this was, like, 35 minutes from home. It’s a small community and everybody was very welcoming, so I decided to go with Randolph-Macon.

“Being local, I knew John West, the (head) coach, from the different horse shows and I knew that I fit well with his program that he was doing.”

Giese is majoring in business administration with a minor in communications, but she has no plans to end her equestrian career when she graduates.

“I definitely will keep riding,” she said. “Hopefully, out of college I can get my own horse again, and I definitely will do the local shows around here.”

sacrifice fly by Lamb to make it 6-5.

The fifth inning, however, doomed the Mustangs’ bid for an upset. Wade Shepherd opened the Hawk fifth with a double to left field. Charlie Rohr reached on an error. Shepherd and Rohr attempted to double-steal, with Shepherd getting caught at home and Rohr safely reaching second. Owen Deshazo doubled in Rohr and advanced to third on the throw,

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RandolphMacon athlete Caitlyn Giese (on horse), a King William resident and 2020 graduate of Hanover High School, won the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association’s 2022 Novice Flat national championship at the IHSA Nationals in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Thursday.

With her are RandolphMacon equestrian coach John West (standing, left) and IHSA founder Bob Cacchione (center).

then scored on a sacrifice fly by Hustead. Peebles then singled, Keller was intentionally walked, and both scored on an Alvis single.

“Offensively it was a team effort,” Kane said. “Peebles and Keller did a great job of getting on base all night and the middle of our lineup drove them in.

Wade Shepherd hit a big double late that started the rally which ended up scoring the go-ahead run.”

Peebles finished the game with three hits in four at-bats — including a pair of doubles.

Keller and Deshazo each went 2-of-2.

The Hawk pitching staff combined for 12 strikeouts, with Huesman starting with three, middle reliever Marcus Van Alstine getting five and Rohr closing out with four.

Mechanicsville wasn’t done after Hanover took a 9-6 lead.

With one out in the sixth

inning, Serrano reached on an error and was doubled in by Lamb. Maxie then doubled in Lamb to make it 9-8.

After walking Loving, the first batter he faced, Rohr struck out the side to end the Mustang threat.

The Mechanicsville pitching staff gave up just three earned runs — to five by Hanover — and struck out 11 Hawk batters.

Owens started with four strikeouts. Middle reliever Nathan

Westfall struck out three, and DiNapoli closed out with four.

“We cut down our errors, we probably win the game,” Johnson said. “Even though we lost, we competed at a high level. I think we showed not only everybody else, but I think we showed ourselves that we can compete with anybody else.”

Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

Yellow Jackets drop series opener in 12th inning

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND — RandolphMacon’s baseball team, ranked sixth in Region VI and 24th nationally in the American Baseball Coaches Association Division III national poll, got off to a shaky start in its bestof-three Old Dominion Athletic Conference quarterfinal series against visiting Roanoke Sunday afternoon.

The Yellow Jackets gave up six runs in the 12th inning, nullifying a strong seven-inning start by pitcher Drew Ramos and ending in a disappointing 8-4 loss.

Ramos took a 1-0 lead into the seventh inning when, with two outs, a fielding error allowed Roanoke third baseman Mason Staz to reach first base.

Maroon left fielder Jeb Byerley followed up with a home run to right field for two unearned runs.

Ramos struck out Tucker Schiavoni to end the inning and left the game having given up just two hits and a walk while

striking out 10.

With reliever Cole Stamm providing three innings of scoreless relief, the Yellow Jackets tied the game in the eighth inning on a Myles Webb sacrifice fly that scored Ethan Ianuzzi and took Ramos off the hook for the eventual loss.

Randolph-Macon reliever Cole Snead pitched an inning of scoreless relief in the 11th inning, but struggled in the 12th, giving up a single, hit-bypitch and walk to load the bases, then a two-RBI single by left fielder Troy Fielder that drove in P.K. Cocolis and Jacob Bronzon.

After a fielder’s choice, Jacob Smither came in to relieve Snead. Smither hit another Roanoke batter to load the bases, then gave up a two-run single Conner Butler. Owen Lawn knocked in another run and Jonny Wall hit a sacrifice fly to finish up the Maroon scoring.

The series continued Monday afternoon after this edition went to press.

Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

Joel Klein for The Local

Above, Randolph-Macon starting pitcher Drew Ramos pitched seven strong innings, giving up two unearned runs and four hits while striking out 10 in the Yellow Jackets’ 12-inning, 8-4 loss to visiting Roanoke in the first game of a best-of-three Old Dominion Athletic Conference championship tournament quarterfinal series Sunday afternoon. Ramos earned a no-decision. Left, Roanoke center fielder Jacob Bonzon beats the tag by Yellow Jacket shortstop Grayson Bush to steal second base.

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Atlee’s Olivia Ritter (left) and Sophia Bennett pursue Patrick Henry’s Cassidy Perry in Atlee’s 19-13 win Thursday night.

swing I had and put it over the fence.”

Mason finished his night with 4 innings pitched, two hits, two earned runs and 12 strikeouts.

However, Mustangs senior Dallas Hairfield outdueled his fellow ace with a six-inning gem in which he scattered five hits and struck out six.

He didn’t surrender a run after the second inning.

Hairfield’s biggest moment of the night came in the top of the second inning after finding himself in a bases-loaded jam with no outs and the score tied at 1. The senior right-hander and Longwood University commit was able to get a few key groundouts and escape the inning down just 2-1.

Hairfield said he relished being on the mound in a game where his team couldn’t afford

for him to have an off inning.

“I love pitcher’s duels,” he said. “It makes me work hard, it makes [Mason] work hard. At the end of the day, it makes us both better.

“Some nights you have it, some nights you don’t. Tonight just happened to be one of those nights where most of my pitches were working.”

Hairfield’s work was finished off by Mustang closer C.J. DiNapoli, who put the exclamation point on an evening of

pitching excellence. DiNapoli struck out three consecutive batters to end the game.

Sophomore catcher Cam Lamb drove in the Mechanicsville run that didn’t come off the bat of Loving.

Godwin second baseman Justin Tobin knocked in both of the Eagles’ runs.

Mechanicsville improves to 9-2 on the season. Godwin is now 7-5.

Clark Forster can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

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family and enjoys spending as much time with them as he can. He also enjoys golfing, reading, watching sports and has been a member of the Fairmount Christian Church with his family since 1993.

“Thank you Trip for being an outstanding member of our scouting community and for accepting the Battlefield District Spirit of Scouting Award,” Hurd said. “We look forward to your continued leadership and investment in Hanover County.”

The crowd of attendees honored Chalkley with a standing ovation.

He said while he does not have a scouting background, he has made

dear friends with those involved in scouting and credits learning everything that scouting teaches from his grandparents, parents, siblings, family and the friends he’s surrounded himself with over the years.

“I’m very, very lucky to be born into a family, to have a family, to have such dear friends that epitomize what scouting is each and every day,” Chalkley said. “They make me better through that association… I am truly, truly honored… thank you so much for this, and God bless you.”

In addition to honoring Chalkley, the reception aimed to raise needed funds to support and grow scouting programs across Central Virginia.

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in 2022 before and during the ceremony.

Bill Givler, director of field services for the Heart of Virginia Council, discussed the growth of scouting within the Heart of Virginia Council despite challenges faced by the COVID-19 pandemic.

In 2020, per former Gov. Ralph Northam’s order, all summer camps were shut down across Virginia. The Heart of Virginia Council was able to reopen camps in the summer of 2021 and had 1,300 participants.

Over 2,000 new Cub Scouts joined their Scout Council last fall, and they ended with 240 different scout troops and Cub Scout packs across their 24 counties.

The Heart of Virginia had 200

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Eagle Scouts last year who contributed a total of 37,000 combined community service hours. In addition, 15% more youth are involved in scouting today than they were this time last year.

“The pandemic fears have eased somewhat, and we are seeing lots of families who want to get the kids involved in our programs,” Givler said. “We feel like it’s because we offer great outdoor programs for families, and we’re teaching values in the Scouting Law that are as relevant today as they were 50 years ago.”

Michael Andrews Jr., Battlefield District Chairman, discussed some of the accomplishments achieved locally as well as challenges overcome with the pandemic.

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The realities of the pandemic illustrated the importance of in-person scouting, Andrews said. Despite these challenges, with the help of technology and their exceptional volunteers, they were able to host virtual scouting programs.

“What a perfect real life example that is to teach our scouts, is that adversity is something that we each face, day in and day out,” Andrews said. “And these experiences have truly hammered home the scouting models for being prepared.”

Since the start of the pandemic, local scouts have attained a total of 450 rank achievements. Their district advancement committee also

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provided virtual Eagle Scout board reviews, which resulted in over 50 scouts achieving Eagle Scout rank.

That “equates to 50 service projects that can benefit the local community,” he said.

Today, the district stands with 827 youth within 3 units, which is just shy of total youth membership. He said it is pretty remarkable given the limitations.

“Despite challenges like the pandemic, as mentioned, we just need necessary contributions to the Heart of Virginia Council which will enable these local districts like ours to support volunteers, so we can deliver a safe, positive scouting program to youth in our community,” Hurd said.

For more information about the Heart of Virginia Council and local scouting, visit: https://hovc.org/.

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Bill Givler, director of field services for the Heart of Virginia Council, discusses the challenges faced by the COVID-19 pandemic and recent growth in scouting in Central Virginia.

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Battlefield District Chairman Michael Andrews Jr. discusses the achievements by local scouts over the past few years and overcoming adversity with the COVID-19 pandemic.

floating from Lynchburg to Powhatan with stops along the way. The name of the boat on which I am a crew member is the Lady’s Slipper, which was inspired by lady slipper orchids. The boat even has a sail with the flower painted on it that we unfurl when we want to move a little faster down the James River.

So when a friend mentioned a section of woods that is known for having great specimens of pink lady, I was intrigued.

That is how I found myself one afternoon taking a walk with my neighbor Katrina on a hunt for lady slippers. She is training to be a Master Gardener and acted as the tour guide for the search. The trip was not wasted.

Sprinkled in ones, twos and whole groups, the bright pink of the lady slippers stood out distinctly in the browns and greens of the surrounding forest.

Even having seen them on numerous occasions, the puffy pink labellum (slipper-shaped part) combined with the dorsal septal stretching up and out still makes the flower look like a beautiful alien with attitude.

Above I mentioned walking away empty-handed see TREASURE, pg. 26

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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

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

Broadus Memorial Baptist

Grace United Family Church

804-779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org

"Where Grace Unites Us"

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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7252 Beulah Church Road (Historic Beulah Church) Mechanicsville, 23111 Sundays, 10:30AM & Wed. Dinner, Study, Prayer: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

For info, call 335-6728 "Love God, Learn the Bible, Care for People" Glenn Hawkins, Pastor 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

SOUTHERN BAPTIST 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 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 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 Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road 746-5118 Reverend Amy Dunn, pastor 10 am in person worship or Facebook live @MechUMC Childrens and Youth Programs Cub Scouts Pack 517 www.mechumc.org Shady Grove United Methodist 8209 Shady Grove Rd. at the corner of Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville, 804-746-9073 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

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Church of the Redeemer 8275 Meadowbridge Road 746-4911 www.churchredeemer.org

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Mass celebrated on Saturday 5:30 PM Sunday 8:00 & 10:00 AM

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decidedly more weighed down than at the start of the trip.

The afternoon sunlight peeking through the trees and illuminating the flowers warranted photos, as did the discovery of single flowers, cute pairs growing side by side, large clusters, side views and close-ups. I have never aspired to be a paparazzo, but the way we were acting between the excessive amount of photos and the gushing each time we came across particularly beautiful specimens, you would think a

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from this excursion, which is technically true. Katrina said it can be a problem sometimes when people come across the flowers and pick them, and I had no desire to add to that problem.

But while it was never an option that any of the flowers we found would be coming home with us, let’s just say it’s a good thing digital photos don’t weigh anything, because my phone was

celebrity had come to town.

The residual giddiness from the excursion – it sounds strange, but is a surprisingly accurate description of our reaction – had not really faded when we got back to my home. So we did something we had been talking about for a few weeks – identify flowers.

Packets of wildflower seeds were given out at the funeral of a dear friend, Anne, who died in January, to plant and remember her as they grew. I know nothing about growing things,

so Katrina graciously planted them for me. The wildflower seed packets had no description of their content, so watching the individual plants blossom in the flowerbed has been a guessing game.

Thanks to an app on her phone that can identify plants based on photos, we spent a good 20 minutes exploring the fledging plants and new buds to identify them. So far, we know the flowerbed is home to garden cosmos, forgetme-nots, China aster, sweet alyssum,

pot marigold, Mexican sunflower, corn speedwell, moonbeam coreopsis and bigleaf lupine. We were back in treasurer hunt mode, peeking around the already large blooms to find the little surprises underneath, like dill and clover.

Based on the photos of what kind of blooms to expect with these various flowers, I have a beautiful growing season ahead. And each time I see it, it brings a smile to my face as I think of my friend, who is gone but definitely not forgotten.

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Affordable House Painting & Repairs Int. & Ext. Painting, Staining, Power Washing, Textured Ceilings, Sheetrock & Wall Papering Lic. & Ins. - Kevin Taylor, 804-241-5016 Guy Stinchfield Painting & Repair Int./Ext. Painting, Carpentry, Drywall Repair, Pressure Washing, Wallpaper Removal. Lic/Ins. 20 yrs experience Refereneces. Free Est. 804-439-7700 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting.

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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.

March 10

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 7100th block of Brandy Run Drive, Mechanicsville.

Theft of firearms, regardless of value, not from a person was reported in the 10100th block of Maple Leaf Court, Ashland.

Identity fraud, use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 13200th block of Slayden Circle, Ashland.

Violation of a protective order (General) was reported in the 11200th block of Cobbs Road, Glen Allen.

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.

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 see SHERIFF’S, pg. 30

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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PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 6:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the Board’s consideration of the administrative agenda permits, in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZ2021-00024, C FALLS II, L.L.C., ET AL. Request(s) an amendment to the conceptual plan and proffers approved with rezoning requests, REZ202000043, Betty F. Giragosian, et al., and REZ2021-00001, Chickahominy Falls Association, Inc., to add GPINS 7787-15-4095, 7787-15-1275, and 7787-16-9031(part), consisting of 8.52 acres, to the Chickahominy Falls Subdivision, and amend the conceptual plan for GPINS 7787-15-2466(part), 7787-15-4510, and 7787-15-4401, consisting of approximately 0.72 acres, for a total of 9.24 acres. The proposal is to rezone the additional 8.52 acres from A-1, Agricultural District, to RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, and to amend the conceptual plan; the total acreage of the Chickahominy Falls Subdivision would increase to 188.33 acres. The property being added to Chickahominy Falls Subdivision is located at the terminus of Chickahominy Falls Lane (route number pending) and is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3 Dwelling Units Per Acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit the addition of 16 lots to a 452-unit subdivision for a total of 468 dwelling units; this represents a decrease in the overall density from 2.52 dwelling units per gross acre to 2.49 dwelling units per gross acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna CUP2022-00003, HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (PARKS & RECREATION) Request(s) an amendment to the sketch plan of CUP-27-88, Am. 1-10, in accordance with Section 2620.11 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit governmental buildings, parks, and its related uses on GPINs 7812-52-3457, 7812-63-6314, and 7812-74-6165, consisting of approximately 67.33 acres. The property is zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the south line of Clazemont Road (State Route 715) approximately 375 feet west of its intersection with Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Rural Village and Agricultural. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna SE2022-00006, HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (PARKS & RECREATION) Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-336 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit sports lighting taller than permitted on GPIN 7812-63-6314, consisting of approximately 49.68 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the south line of Clazemont Road (State Route 715) approximately 375 feet west of its intersection with Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2021-00017, CHARLES HENRY KING Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to M-1(c), Limited Industrial District with conditions, on GPIN 7787-58-4811, consisting of approximately 5.0 acres, and located on the west line of Lakeridge Parkway (State Route 782) approximately 850 feet south of its intersection with Timber Ridge Drive (State Route 1311). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Limited Industrial.

The proposed zoning amendment would allow for development of a warehouse with office space. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2022-00002, THE WILTON COMPANIES, INC. Request(s) to rezone from B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions to RM(c), Multi-Family Residential District with conditions on GPIN 8706-65-7535, consisting of approximately 6.28 acres, and located on the north line of Hanover Crossing Drive (private road) approximately 675 feet east of its intersection with Chamberlayne Road (U.S. Route 301). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban High (3-7 dwelling units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 30 condominium units for a gross density of 4.78 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy

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CUP2022-00002, ISKCON OF RICHMOND Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-20.21 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a place of worship on GPIN 7842-22-0261, consisting of approximately 20.0 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the west line of Scotchtown Road (State Route 671) approximately 665 feet north of its intersection with Three Oaks Lane (State Route 1030). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna CPA2021-00002, STEIN INVESTMENT COMPANY, L.L.C. Request(s) to amend the Comprehensive Plan for Hanover County, Virginia, adopted February 14, 2018, pursuant to Sections 15.2-2204 and 15.2-2223 through 15.2-2232 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended. The proposed amendment will be a change to the adopted Comprehensive Plan as follows: General Land Use Plan Map: An amendment to change the land use designation from Suburban General (1.5 – 3 dwelling units per acre) and Suburban High (3 – 7 dwelling units per acre) to Commercial for areas generally located on the north line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) near its intersection with Compass Point Lane (State Route 1075) and Woodbridge Road (State Route 1184). (PUBLIC HEARING) MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Henry CUP2021-00017, HANOVER EVANGELICAL FRIENDS CHURCH Request(s) to amend CUP-14-05, in accordance with Section 26-20.21 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance, to amend the Conditional Use Permit to reduce the area of the CUP on GPINs 8725-20-7131 and 8725-30-0083, from 11.67 acres to 5.78 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) at its intersection with Compass Point Lane (State Route 1075). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5 to 3 dwelling units per acre). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry REZ2021-00025, HANOVER EVANGELICAL FRIENDS CHURCH Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, on GPINs 8725-20-7131 (part) and 8725-30-0083, consisting of approximately 5.90 acres, and located on the north line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) at its intersection with Compass Point Lane (State Route 1075). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5 to 3 dwelling units per acre) (pending concurrent request CPA2021-00002 to change the General Land Use Plan Map to Commercial). The proposed zoning amendment would allow for development of a self-storage facility. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry CUP2021-00018, STEIN INVESTMENT COMPANY, L.L.C. Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-130.12 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a self-storage warehouse facility, on GPINs 8725-20-7131(part) and 8725-300083, consisting of approximately 5.90 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District (pending concurrent request REZ2021-00025 to rezone to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions) and located on the north line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) at its intersection with Compass Point Lane (State Route 1075). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5 to 3 dwelling units per acre) (pending concurrent request CPA2021-00002 to change the General Land Use Plan Map to Commercial). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry REZ2021-00018, RADNEY ROAD PARTNERS L.L.C., ET AL. Request(s) to rezone from R-1, Single-Family Residential District and B-3, General Business District, to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, on GPINs 8724-50-7890 and 8724-50-9712, consisting of approximately 2.64 acres, and located on the northeast quadrant of the intersection of Creighton Road (State Route 615) and Cold Harbor Road (State Route 156). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for development of a convenience store with fuel pumps. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., please contact the Planning Office or you may also go to https://www.hanovercounty.gov/697/Board-of-Supervisors-Upcoming-and-Archiv for more information.

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HANOVER COUNTY, VIRGINIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FISCAL YEAR 2022 PROPOSED BUDGET AMENDMENT Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 15.2-2507, the Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the FY22 Budget in the amount of $14,430,100 of funds distributed in accordance with the Virginia Telecommunication Initiative (VATI) as administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. These funds will be used by Hanover County to make purchases related to the expansion of broadband service. This public hearing will be held on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia. At that time, interested persons may present written or oral statements and ask questions regarding the proposed budget amendment. The options available for providing written or oral statements are posted on the County website: www.hanovercounty.gov.

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Identity theft, obtaining ID to avoid arrest was reported in the 8200th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Henrico County, Mechanicsville.

to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 9100th block of Ivy Banks Drive, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny, $500 or more, not from a person was reported in the 7000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 8200th block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 10100th block of Lewistown Road, Ashland.

Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 7500th block of Crossbill Court, Mechanicsville.

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

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

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Pets of the Week

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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. Squirt, 581720 , is a 4-year-old neutered male Canine/Hound mix. He has had his first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Squirt has come a long way since he came in this March. He had a very bad skin infection. Squirt has had several visits to the vet and with the treatment he has received, he is doing much better. According to the vet, he might always have a chronic skin issue due to previous mistreatment.

Squirt will do best in a household with no dogs. He seems to be a sweet lap dog with people. Squirt will need continuous vet care and a lot of TLC. Romie, 582233, is a 1-year-old (estimated) spayed female domestic short-haired feline. She has had her first set of vaccines and is FELV/ FIV test negative. Romie is a great cat! He is a love bug. Romie was surrendered last week. He has been an indoor cat. Romie also does really well around other cats.

He is litter trained and keeps his cage super clean. Romie loves human affection. He will make a great companion.

For more information on these great pets, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http:// hanovercounty.gov/Animals/Adopt-a-Pet/.

Violation of a protective order with violence, second offense within 5 years was reported in the 11200th block of Cobbs Road, Glen Allen.

Identity fraud, use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 12400th block of Killigay Lane, Maidens.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 10300th block of Tarleton Drive, Mechanicsville.

Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 15200th block of Woodman Hall Road, Montpelier.

Credit card fraud, less than $200 in six months was reported in the 7000th block of Colonel Crump Drive, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 13400th block of Deer Creek Road, Ashland.

Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 8000th block of Mcclellan Road, Mechanicsville.

Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 10100th block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

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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

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

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

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.

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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.

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. The board offers a family support group on the second Wednesday of every month from 7 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 registration is required. If you have any questions, contact Rebecca at 804-365-6746 or Heidi at

Information submitted by Lt. James Cooper, information officer for the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.

Second Thursday The Hanover-Ashland TRIAD meets the second Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the new Atlee Library, 9212 Rutlandshire Drive, Mechanicsville. The Hanover-Ashland TRIAD is a program that focuses on providing information to seniors to improve their quality of life. The Hanover-Ashland TRIAD is a joint venture involving the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, Ashland Police Department, AARP, Hanover County governmental agencies, human services agencies, civic groups and seniors themselves.

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.

Kindergarten enrollment for 2022-2023 now open Hanover County Public Schools is now accepting kindergarten enrollments for the 2022-2023 school year.

Children must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 30 to be eligible. Parents and guardians may locate the school their child will attend at http://bit. ly/AttendanceZone.

Parents or legal guardians of new students may enroll their eligible children either via an online form or via a printed enrollment form. After completing either form, families are to contact the registrar of their child’s zoned school to set up an appointment to complete the enrollment process. Enrollment is not considered complete until the in-person appointment for enrollment takes place and the school registrar receives all necessary documentation required, including, but not limited to, a photo ID, an original birth certificate and proof of residency.

The online and printed enrollment forms, including the School Entrance Health Form, can be accessed by visiting the Student Enrollment webpage on the HCPS website: http:// hcps.us/parents_students/student_enrollment. Families of eligible kindergarten students

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Families with questions on ted by HCPS Assistant the enrollment process should Superintendent Chris Whitley.

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