Record numbers of Hanover votes dominate Election Day
By Christina Amano Dolan Editor
A record number of Hanover County residents cast their votes in the 2022 General Election last week, including an upsurge in early voter participation this year.
With Republican candidates Rob Wittman and Bob Good clinching victories in the 1st and 5th congressional districts, respectively, a majority of Hanover residents helped secure
the two incumbent representatives’ seats in Congress.
Virginia’s 1st congressional district stretches from the Middle Peninsula into the Fredericksburg area and encompasses 20 communities to include portions of Hanover County.
Wittman, who has served since 2007, was reelected to serve Virginia’s 1st congressional district after winning around 56.35%
see ELECTION, pg. 12
County honors Veterans Day with local heroes
By Christina Amano Dolan Editor
The County Administration Building was overflowing with visitors Friday to honor the nation’s veterans at the Hanover County Veterans Day ceremony.
The Nov. 11 ceremony was to be held at Hanover Wayside Park but was relocated due
to inclement weather forecasts. Despite the lastminute change and a series of tornado warnings, the afternoon attracted over 100 attendees to participate in the moving celebration and recognition of those who have served and continue to serve in the nation’s military.
Following an invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and a powerful performance of the
see VETERANS, pg. 16
School board approves new courses for 2023-2024
By Christina Amano Dolan Editor
The Hanover County School Board voted unanimously to approve four new electives for the 2023-2024 school year during last week’s regularly scheduled meeting, including the introduction of two agriculture courses that came to fruition by popular demand.
The four new electives for the upcoming school year are Livestock Production Management, Introduction to
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Mother Michele Clements, 2022 Hanover Christmas, has been keeping busy around the community in promoting the season of giving. Last month, Giovanni’s Subs and Pizza in Mechanicsville presented a check to Clements on behalf of the program, which supports Hanover County families in need during the holidays. On Nov. 7, Clements visited Covenant Woods to speak of the program and was invited by 1995 Hanover Christmas Mother Gabie Crutchfield to dinner and to speak afterward.
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Driver not reportingaccident with damage up to $1,000 was reported in the 7300th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Possession of tobacco products by a minor was reported in the 7000th block of Brooking Way, Mechanicsville.
Making threats to extort money was reported in the 11000th block of Cross Dale Lane, Mechanicsville.
Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 9300th block of Gerljean Drive, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 16000th block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.
July 22
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 7500th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 13300th block of Slayden Circle, Ashland.
Simple assault was reported in the 8000th block of Vaughan Drive, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 14900th block of Patrick Meadows Way, Montpelier.
Simple assault was reported in the 9100th block of Hickory Hill Road, Ashland.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 7200th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property,
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monument was reported in the 8100th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 8200th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 16000th block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.
Concealment of pricealtered merchandise, less than $500 was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Concealment of pricealtered merchandise, $500 or more was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Identity fraud, use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 7100th block of Fire Lane, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 7000th block of Harbor Light Way, Mechanicsville.
July 23
Destruction of property, monument, $1,000 or more was reported in the 8400th block of Combs Drive/Oakham Drive, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, shoplifting was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 8100th block of Pine Ridge Road, Mechanicsville.
Hit and run with attended property damage more than $1,000 was reported in the 11600th block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.
Simple assault was reported in the 8300th
block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 13000th block of Providence Trail Circle, Ashland.
Unauthorized use of a vehicle, boat or animal was reported in the 7100th block of Brandy Hill Terrace, Mechanicsville.
Driver not reporting accident with damage less than $250 was reported in the 8200th block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 16000th block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.
July 24
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 7100th block of Rotherham Drive, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument, $1,000 or more was reported in the 7100th block of Brandy Run Drive, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 7400th block of Sandy Lane, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 19100th block of Woodsons Mill Road, Beaverdam.
Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 10400th block of Old Washington Highway, Glen Allen.
Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 7500th block of Gold Coast Lane, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 8700th block of Kennon
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Wednesday, Nov. 16
Enon United Methodist Church, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 6156 Studley Road, Mechanicsville, will host the first of a free two-part Discover Your Watershed series and a hands-on Water-Wise Home workshop in November. Nov. 26 is set for 10 a.m. to noon. Part One of the series, “A Raindrop’s Journey: Your Home to the Bay,” on Wednesday evening, Nov. 16, will explore the dynamics of a watershed and how everyday human activity causes harm or good to our environment. Registration
is required and space is limited. Contact Hanover Caroline Soil and Water Conservation District at 804-537-3025 or kifetty@hanovercounty.gov.
Saturday, Nov. 19
Church of the Redeemer’s 41st Annual Craft Bazaar will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 8275 Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville, across from Memorial Regional Medical Center, and will feature over 120 craft vendors, a bake sale, Santa Claus, Santa Shop, $1 donation/door prize, and a raffle including a Gift Card Tree, TV, Oculus Quest 2 VR and more. Bring a can of nonperishable food for a bonus door prize ticket. Also serving breakfast and lunch. For more information, visit: https://www. churchredeemer.org/craft.
Walnut Grove Baptist Church, located at 7046 Cold Harbor Road in Mechanicsville, is hosting a Reunion Tour featuring gospel music artists Ivan and Josh Parker and The Harvesters Quartet. The doors open at 4 p.m. and performances begin at 5 p.m. $15 donations per person will be accepted at the door. For more information, call 804-350-1422.
Mechanicsville United Methodist Church invites the public to its Tribute to the United States’ Armed Services event at 6 p.m. at the church, located at 7356 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. The ceremony will honor all veterans, men and women currently serving, first responders, police and firemen. For more information, contact Bobby White at bobbywhite@verizon.com or Sigrid Williams at (805) 347-2925.
The Ashland Branch Library invites the public to
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join in the celebration of its 25th anniversary from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the library, located at 201 S. Railroad Avenue in Ashland. The ceremony will feature short remarks by guest speakers and refreshments provided by the Friends of the Ashland Library.
Hanover Community Cats Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser to benefit East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at East Hanover Rescue Squad located at 8105 Walnut Graove Road. Dine in or carry out for $10 a meal includes spaghetti, bread, salad, beverage and dessert. They are also accepting prepaid orders.
Sunday, Nov. 20
BSA Troop 503 is celebrating its 25th anniversary at the Church of the Redeemer, located at 8275 Meadowbridge Road in Mechanicsville, from 2 to 5 p.m. in Genesis Hall. Join the troop for an evening of remembering the troop’s history, adventures and accomplishments. RSVP at https://tinyurl. com/2ajj9388 or https:tinyurl. com/mt55p4u4 so they can get an accurate headcount for meal planning.
Monday, Nov. 21
The Pamunkey Woman’s Club invites women in the community to come and hear this month’s guest speaker, Whitney Walen, executive director of Hanover Cares, during the club’s meeting at 1 p.m., located at Mechanicsville Baptist Church on Atlee Road. Hanover Cares is dedicated to eliminating the use of alcohol, nicotine and other drugs among Hanover County youth through education and community collaboration. For more information, contact the club’s membership chair, Bonnie
Walter, at 804-650-0391.
Thursday, Nov. 24
First Baptist Church, located at 800 Thompson Street in Ashland, is offering food for families in need of Thanksgiving dinners from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call Hellen Smith at 804-798-8988 to complete your order and select a designated pickup time by Friday, Nov. 18.
The Giving Heart Community Thanksgiving Feast at the Greater Richmond Convention Center is offering food for families in need of Thanksgiving dinners from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for walk-in guests. Curbside pickup will be available from noon to 2 p.m. for those who sign up online. Volunteer applications are now available. Visit www.thegivingheart.org for other volunteer and donation opportunities. Contact 804-749-4726 for more information.
Friday, Dec. 2 to Sunday, Dec. 4
Catholic Church of the Redeemer, located at 8275 Meadowbridge Road in Mechanicsville, is celebrating its 15th annual “No Room at the Inn exhibit” with a weekend of events to raise money to build affordable houses in Haiti and support Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions. A Gala Preview will be held on Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. and invites adults to an evening of food, beverages, live and silent auctions, and music. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. All ages are invited on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets for Saturday and Sunday are $5 for adults and $1 for 18 and younger. For more information, visit:
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Saturday, Dec. 3
The Community Salt Fish Breakfast will be held from 8 to 10 a.m. at Enon UMC, 6156 Studley Road in Mechanicsville. The Buffet includes: salt fish, corn cakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, grits, hash browns, sausage gravy, biscuits, waffles, apples, beverages, & Fellowship. Adults $10, Ages 6 & under free with all profits going to Missions.
Sunday, Dec. 11
The first ever ‘Frosty Fest’ will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 9204 Center Oak Court in Mechanicsville. Frosty Fest is a shop local event that will benefit CodeBlue Cares Foundation in their mission to provide technology to schools, libraries and rural communities. Over 20 artisans and businesses will be set up in The Rutland Center along with local food vendors, gift wrapping and more. The event is open and free to the public. For more information, visit the website, www.codebluecares. org, or email, donate@codebluecares.org.
Ongoing
The Mechanicsville Library located at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place in Mechanicsville will feature the Lee Artists Association. “New Directions in Art.” The artwork will be on display through Nov. 30.
Mechanicsville Churches
Emergency Functions One Stop Shop (MCEF OSS) is open for food, clothing and linens from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at 7235 Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville (rear parking lot). The shop is available for residents in the 23111 and 23116 zip codes with identification and proof of residency.
Walnut Grove Baptist Church will be conducting Free Adult English Classes (ESL) and Citizenship Classes (Passing the Test) Wednesday mornings with open enrollment through May 17, 2023. Classes will meet from 9 to 10:30 a.m at 7046 Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. For more information, contact the church office at (804) 746-5081 or contact Frank at wgbcinfo@ comcast.net or (804) 402-7701. The classes are free but students are asked to purchase the books required for the class.
Saturdays
Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland Campus, located at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland 2 miles west of U.S. 1, holds its church service at 5 p.m. with Pastor Rev. Dr. Roy Minnix. 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 see CALENDAR, pg. 10
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The Ashland Bridge Club helped celebrate Hank Forkner’s 100th birthday at the Ashland Branch Library on Nov. 4. Three parties were held for Hank, including one held on Nov. 1 by the Atlee Bridge Club, and then another large celebration by his family and friends on his actual birthday, Saturday, Nov. 5 at Roma in Mechanicsville. The Atlee party was held at the home of one of the regular players in the club.
From the editor
The value of every voice found in a 1920 ballot box
By Christina Amano Dolan Editor
One of the most enjoyable highlights of floating around the Hanover County polling precincts on Nov. 8 was the undeniable spirit of the voters –who came in larger waves than I first anticipated. Voter after voter walking through the doors of their local polling place showed once again how this hands-on community not only values their voices but celebrates their impact, knowing that even one more ballot can make a difference.
Because as Officer of Election Jayne Flowers powerfully narrated in a fascinating interview, there was a time when not all of us had a voice that could be heard, and that there were those who preceded us that fought for the right to make a difference.
Flowers’ grandmother, Annie McGeorge Moran, was 23 years old when she made history in November of 1920. Writing the name of her preferred candidate for the presidential race, she placed her vote in a modest wooden box no bigger than an average shoebox made by her husband, Julian Moran, who served as a poll worker for the Magohick precinct in King William County.
Flowers said while records do not date back farther than the 1930s, she is curious how many voters placed a simple piece of paper in that little box.
“It’s interesting that people would just come in and write on a piece of paper who they wanted to vote for and put it in the box,” Flowers said. “And
it had a key lock, and so at the end of the day, you could just unlock it and open it up and counted the pieces of paper that were in there.”
“I think because I’m now an officer of election in Hanover, when you think of all the security and all the things that we go through, it’s so amazing to think that people have this trust in their neighbors that they are going to count and report the information accurately,” she added.
This little box would be passed down through generations of the family and treasured for 100
years, as it signifies a moment that Moran carried with pride throughout her whole life – the moment when she, placing her ballot in the box, became the very first woman to vote in her precinct. It still holds a pride of place in the family today.
“Even 64 years later, she still carried that pride and that distinction,” Flowers said, as her grandmother bestowed the cherished box to her son in her handwritten will.
But to Moran, Flowers and her family, they know that this box signifies a crucial turning point in history.
“When you think about it, you know, 102 years ago is really not very long in the history of the world, and to think that that point in time was so late for women to finally be able to vote,” Flowers said. “So many different groups have struggled so hard to have the right to vote.”
She acknowledged how too often, eligible voters across the country carry the thought: “What difference will one vote make?” when deciding to stay home on Election Day.
“It makes a huge difference,” Flowers said, and her grandmother held onto this ballot box knowing that even just one vote made history.
“I think that just tells you how much she treasured that ability to vote,” Flowers said. “And we can’t take it for granted. It’s too easy to do that because our lives in so many ways are so easy compared to the old days. We need to really treasure it and make sure that we have the type of country we want by being able to vote.”
By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist
There’s a new controversy stirring in college football. It doesn’t involve late hits on the quarterback or over aggressive defensive backs. In fact it doesn’t even focus on any activity that occurs during the actual game, or any players participating in the game.
No, it’s the fans who are drawing the attention of some conference officials who are concerned that recent storming the field incidents have bordered on bedlam; and on-field security has been overwhelmed with the influx of fans invading their space following a big win.
Several weeks ago when Tennessee beat Alabama for the first time in 14 seasons, Neyland Stadium in Knoxville erupted and stands emptied, depositing thousands of enthusiastic – and in some cases inebriated – celebrants on ground usually reserved for players, coaches, officials and properly credentialed sideline support staff and press.
It’s all good fun, right? That is until someone gets hurt, and facts indicate that quite a few were injured in the Tennessee debacle. Accurate estimates of just how many sprained ankles or twisted knees were endured by the crazed fans are not available, and school officials are anxious to downplay the display.
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An overhead shot of the stadium following the game was spectacular as large fireworks exploded atop a stadium filled to capacity squeezed onto the field.
“This isn’t going to end well,” I thought to myself.
And it didn’t. Southeastern Conference officials reacted last week with a release stating their intent to investigate field security and review current policies.
That press release came after the conference fined Tennessee $100,000
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Photo courtesy of Hanover Countyl Jayne Flowers stands left with Allison Fox, general registrar for King William County, next to Flowers’ prized 1920 ballot box, which was passed down by her grandmother.
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In partnership with the Hanover County Black Heritage Society, The Ashland Museum and Pamunkey Regional Library, the library is hosting an informational event on Wednesday, Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. at the Ashland Branch Library, 201 S. Railroad Avenue, Ashland. Rosanne Shalf will talk about researching the records at the Hanover County Circuit Court, with an emphasis on AfricanAmerican records. This is free and open to the public.
Trivia night continues on Nov. 17, 6 p.m. Bring a friend or join a team in Origin Beer Garden, 106 S. Railroad Avenue, Ashland. No reserva-
tions are needed.
Join the Ashland Museum for the final 2022 HistoryTalks program on Thursday, Dec. 1. Barclay DuPriest will profile Hercules Mulligan, an IrishAmerican tailor for British soldiers during the Revolutionary War and a spy for George Washington. The program will
be in the SunTrust Theater at Brock Commons, 304 Henry Street on the Randolph-Macon College campus, Ashland, at 7 p.m. and is free and open to the public.
The Ashland Museum will offer two holiday guided walking tours of South Center Street on Sunday, Dec. 4,at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Each tour will end with a reception at 905 S. Center Street, a Greek Revival home built in 1872.
Details and reservations are available at ashlandmuseum. org. For information on these and other events, contact the Ashland Museum by email: ashlandmuseum@comcast.net, call 804-368-7314, or visit ashlandmuseum.org.
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Volunteers gathered in late September at a home in the Cool Well subdivision for an Operation Christmas Child (OCC) “Packing Party.” The beauty of the fall day, with the brisk breeze and bright sunshine, was further enhanced by the love and prayers packed into 100 shoeboxes.
Prior to the event, many donated and sorted items. The day of, 16 volunteers packed and wrote notes to put in the boxes for the eventual recipient. Operation Christmas
Child, a unique project organized by Samaritan’s Purse, delivers gift-filled shoeboxes to needy children around the world.
The gifts show God’s love in a tangible way. Before receiving their shoeboxes, those distributing them share the gospel message with the children. Many take the boxes and the news of the gospel they heard home to their family and friends.
In 2021, OCC estimates that over 2.3 million children made a public profession of faith to Christ. In
addition, over 1,000 new churches formed as a result of this ministry. The shoeboxes often filled with school supplies, hygiene items and toys is the first gift they have ever received. Locally, over 130 churches and organizations participate in OCC, which includes a host of individuals who shop, sort, pack and collect.
National Collection Week began Nov. 14 and will last until Nov. 21. This year, people may drop off boxes at two designated drop-off locations in
for the recent storming at Neyland and indicated stronger security might be necessary to prevent the obviously dangerous procedure.
Like everything else that happens in college football, other fan bases noted the takeover and there will inevitably be more incidents of students and fans storming the field following big wins.
It’s not a new occurrence. Growing up as a college football fan, it wasn’t unusual to see fans tearing down goal posts following a win on their home field. After several fans were seriously hurt by falling goal posts, that practice became a seeming relic of the past akin to swallowing gold fish or marathon dance contests.
But, Tennessee fans didn’t hold back last month as they not only stormed the field but tore down a goal post, paraded it through the stadium and eventually deposited the trophy in the Tennessee River.
I would agree that college football is the most exciting game in town, and the
enthusiasm of dedicated fans is an important element in the magical environment surrounding the contests.
I also contend that enthusiasm should be limited to the stands, and the field should remain a sanctuary to the purity of the game. Players dream as small children of their opportunity to step on a field of dreams implanted in their minds for years.
I returned home this weekend to catch the final seconds of what was billed as the game of the year as top ranked Tennessee took on #3 Georgia. The Bulldogs pulled off an impressive win, and a fan base known for their wild enthusiasm did not storm the
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Animal Systems, Marketing Exploration and African American History.
Jennifer Greif, assistant superintendent for instructional leadership, offered an overview of the courses during the school board’s Oct. 11 meeting.
“We consider our elective choices very carefully,” Greif said. “We want to make sure that we are being responsive to the needs of our students and
Hanover County Public Schools (HCPS) Superintendent Michael Gill added later in the meeting that each elective represents a minimum of one to two years of work, and that staff is “hard at work” tackling other course requests.
Throughout the process, the HCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) Advisory Board and the four high school principals assess where they may see gaps in
field.
I was puzzled so I called a former colleague, a Georgia alumni, and inquired why storming the field in Athens is not acceptable.
“We’ve had a lot of big wins so we like to act like we’ve been there before,” he said. “And, you run on Dooley field and you’re probably going to be face to face with a hefty Georgia State Trooper.”
Others tell me my objection to the long-standing tradition of storming the field is just a symptom of old age, accusing me of being the disgruntled old man who yells at kids for being on his lawn.
That just might have some merit.
their CTE course offerings and what areas of study students are interested in.
Greif said The Livestock Production Management and Introduction to Animal Systems courses were heavily requested by the community for various years. The two courses will go hand-in-hand in offering students a robust overview of animal agriculture and farm management.
The Introduction to Animal Systems course is designed to offer 10th and 11th
Hanover County seeks input on proposed strategic plan
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The Hanover County Board of Supervisors is considering updates to its fiveyear Strategic Plan for the county government. The board is seeking public comments and feedback on the proposed plan, particularly the content. The proposed plan and its individual chapters can be read on the Board of Supervisors page at www. hanovercounty.gov/proposedstrategic.
Feedback on the plan will be collected through Nov. 30. Feedback will be reviewed and considered for updates and edits to the draft plan before it is presented to the board for requested approval at its 2 p.m. meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 14.
A comment form has been provided on the webpage. Comments can also be sent to strategicplan@ hanovercounty.gov.
Information submitted by Tom Harris, communications specialist for Hanover County.
grade students an opportunity to learn each of the major areas of the animal systems career pathway, including animal nutrition, reproduction, breeding, care, management and safety, along with agricultural mechanics applicable to animal systems. Students will be exposed to principles of leadership and opportunities within Future Farmers of America (FFA), along with Supervised Agricultural Experience opportunities. This is a foun-
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dational course for the agriculture animal programs.
Greif added in the Oct. 11 meeting that the animal systems course could potentially lead to the introduction of a small animal veterinary program within the HCPS Specialty Center at Hanover High School down the road.
The Livestock Production Management course is designed to offer 11th and 12th grade students an opportunity to learn how to supervise farming animal programs, including working with cows, pigs, horses, poultry, sheep and goats. This includes raising, handling, evaluating, feeding, breeding, caring for and transporting farm animals. Students will also learn about soil and water management, cropping programs on a farm, and financial elements of running a farm and livestock operation, including income, expense and production record forms. This course will include some instruction in agriculture mechanics, with emphasis placed on the application of mechanical skills to farm power and machinery.
Justin Roerink, principal of the Hanover Center for Trades and Technology and CTE coordinator, found strong interest in the two courses among 9th and 10th grade students. His survey found that 432 students indicated interest in the animal systems course and 357 students expressed interest in the livestock course. Much of their middle school population, in addition, indicated interest in the possibility of a veterinary science program.
Last week’s meeting attracted several supporters of the two courses who voiced their necessity in the community prior to the school board’s approval later in the evening.
Grace Stanley, a Patrick Henry High School (PHHS)
student and member of FFA, voiced her support of the courses during the meeting’s public comment period.
Stanley, who is a fourthgeneration dairy farmer in Ashland, identified the need for these courses while attending Liberty Middle School and started a petition for animal agriculture classes.
Stanley said in order to continue to be an FFA member in her junior and senior years, she must take an agriculture class.
“FFA is important to me because it is the only extracurricular activity in which I participate,” Stanley said. “It gives me leadership opportunities, and it is a chance for students interested in promoting agriculture to work together.”
She said many fellow FFA chapter members have some sort of farm animal.
“The limited number of agriculture courses offered to Hanover County students is out of balance to the importance of agriculture in Virginia. Agriculture is Virginia’s biggest private industry by far,” Stanley said, adding that the industry has an economic impact of $70 billion annually and provides more than 334,000 jobs in the state, according to the Virginia Department of Agriculture.
Bom Harris, a livestock veterinarian that has worked with Stanley’s family farm, said the two courses will help mitigate the major farm labor shortage that exists today.
“Literally on a daily basis, I speak with farmers who are wondering whether they can stay in business simply because they cannot find people to work on their farms,” Harris said.
She said giving students the opportunity to learn about animal agriculture and farming could inspire them to take a job at a nearby farm, strengthening the county’s farming community and keeping its farms in business.
Harris also believes that these courses will offer students the ability to make informed and healthy decisions about what food they incorporate into their daily diet.
“I believe that this broadens the horizons of our students and strengthens our rural community by inspiring an interest and knowledge about agriculture,” Harris said.
School board chair John Axselle commended Stanley for approaching him several years ago and kick-starting the process by explaining the courses’ necessity and garnering support in the community.
“It makes us proud to see one of our students and members of the community already striving to become a productive and responsible member of our adult community,” he said.
The Marketing Exploration class replaces an existing course in order for HCPS to align their coursework with the state and will be offered
at all four high schools. The course is designed to offer 9th and 10th grade students an opportunity to explore the world of marketing to understand its importance in today’s society. Students will develop essential skills related to interpersonal communication, selfpresentation, economics, marketing, sales, employability, career discovery, promotion and ethical decision-making. This is a foundational course for the marketing programs.
The African American History course will align with a state course that has been available to students in Virtual Virginia and is designed to offer 11th and 12th grade students an opportunity to examine the role and contributions of African Americans to the growth and development of the U.S. Students will develop an understanding of the historical significance of the African American experience from African origins through the modern era. Primary and secondary sources are used to develop and support historical thinking skills.
“And we’ll know before we do any staffing in the spring whether these courses have enough enrollment to warrant shifting some staffing or bringing on new staff to teach,” Greif said in the Oct. 11 meeting.
For more information on offered HCPS classes and programs for CTE, visit the website, https://www.hcps.us/ departments/instruction/cte.
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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. Contact 804-7465081 or contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com.
Outside the Walls, a Narcotics Anonymous group, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey Regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. Contact John Shinholser, McShin presi-
dent, at 804-249-1845. The website is http://www.mcshin. org.
Tuesdays
The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, mid-January 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 non-string 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 from 9-11 a.m. every Tuesday for the community and perspective members to meet members and learn
about what they do for the community. Visit http://www. post175.org/.
Wednesdays
Hanover Rotary meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Roma’s Restaurant at 7240 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville. Due to the pandemic, contact President Penny at pennyguiles43@gmail. com for current meeting at Roma’s or Zoom connection information.
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 804-496-6093 or sandrdunham@yahoo.com.
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 804-366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.
New Highland Baptist Church hosts open basketball gym time for adults in the Christian Life Center (CLC) starting at 7:30 PM. The church is located at 9200 New Ashcake Road in Mechanicsville. Use the side back entrance to enter. Contact Jeff Fitzgerald at jkfitzgerald@comcast.net with any questions.
Civil Air Patrol, Hanover Squadron, meets Thursdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fairfield Presbyterian Church, 6930 Cold Harbor Road, in Mechanicsville. CAP is an awesome program for youth, ages 12- 21, as well as for adults who care about young people and want to help train America’s next generation of Leaders. You’ll find cadet life exciting if
you enjoy Flying, Leadership Training, Model Rocketry, Earning Rank & Awards, and much more. For more information, visit hanover.vawg.cap. gov. You can also call or email Capt James Wright at 804-5513354 or james.wright@vawg. cap.gov.
Fridays
The Building Bridges group of Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. The group’s mission is to bring a message of hope and recovery to those suffering from addiction issues. They meet on Fridays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mechanicsville United Methodist Church, 7356 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. 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. Call Laurie Wagner at 804-781-0338.
Third Mondays
Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia 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.
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Death Notices & Funerals
JENSEN, Bob "Greywolf" Jr., 81, of Mechanicsville, Va., peacefully passed away Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. He is survived by his beloved wife of 22 years, Julia Wilson Jensen; five children, Lynne Jensen Ahles (Dean), Pamela Jensen Garrett (Wes), Robert Jensen III (Nancy), Dan J. Gilreath (Tiffiny) and Kate Gilreath Grimes (Anthony); eight grandchildren, four greatgrandchildren; a sister, Darlene J. Ragsdale; and his first wife, Linda Evans. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, where a memorial service will be held at 4 p.m., with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Mid-Atlantic Pathwork or your favorite charity.
POWERS, Ann Williams, 85 of Richmond, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022. Ann, "Momma/Grandma" dedicated her life to raising her own five children, grandchildren, extended family, and many more not related to her. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Daniel "Danny" Powers Jr.; by her son, Bubba Powers; sisters, Evelyn and Pauline; brothers, Garland "Moose", Robert, and Gene. She is survived by her children, Stephen Powers (Sharan), Chris Powers, Stephanie Burns (Mark), and Kelly Liptak (Dale); daughter-in-law, Debra Powers (Bryant); and brother-in-law, Jimmy Powers (Helen). She was a proud Grandma to 11 grandchildren, Daniel, Cecelia, Brandon, Catie, Jonathan, Taylor, Cody, Will, Logan, Jackson, and Danielle; and six great-grandchildren, Bryant, Caleb, Isabella, Parker, Axel, and one on the way. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family as well as a host of friends, including Julie and Henry Pollard, best of friends for over 40 years, who shared countless memories and laughs.
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Those interested may find the hours of operation on https://www.samaritans-
many Election Days to come. I will remember this story as I attempt to persuade my friends to cast their votes, or as I reflect on why my parents pushed the thought of “What difference will one vote make?” out of my
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mind throughout my life.
Because as that little 1920 ballot box powerfully exemplifies, there is value to be found in every voice, and we are fortunate enough to live in a time that values ours.
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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. Contact Heather at hshaheen96@gmail. com.
The Atlee Ruritan Club meets every fourth Monday at Hillcrest Baptist Church on Rt.301. Meetings, that include dinner and a program, begin at 6:30 p.m. Ruritan is a national community service organization dedicated to fellowship, goodwill, and community service. The Atlee Club welcomes both men and women. To learn more about the club’s mission and reserve your spot for dinner, call (804) 789-9365.
Second Tuesdays
The Mechanicsville Fellowship Club meets each month (excluding July and Aug.) at 10:30 a.m. in Room G110 of Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. Bring a covered dish and join in with a group celebrating faith, fellowship, friends and fun. Meetings are
cancelled if Hanover County Public Schools are two hours late or cancelled due to inclement weather. To register, call the church at 804-746-9073. For more information, call Janet Lewis at 804-398-8947.
The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the Historic Courthouse Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Tuesday through December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit http://www. hanoverhistorical.org/index.
Third Tuesdays
The Hanover Ruritan Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month, at Walnut Grove Baptist Church with dinner at 6.30 p.m. Ruritan is a national organization dedicated to improving communities and building a better America through fellowship, goodwill and community service. The first Ruritan Club was chartered May 21, 1928, in Holland, Virginia. Ruritan has grown throughout the United States of America, and in doing so has become. “America’s Leading Community Service Organization”. Membership
in Ruritan is an honor and privilege. To learn more about Ruritan, how to become a member, request a membership application or with questions, please call, 746-5728 or by letter to, Hanover Ruritan, P. O. Box 625, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. To be a guest of the club, call the numbers listed above. Hanover Ruritan welcomes both men and women.
Second Wednesday
Hanover Community Services Board says if you are a family member or friend of someone who has a mental illness, you are not alone. There is support. Hanover Community Services Board offers a family support group on the second Wednesday of every month from 7p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Bell Creek location, 8475 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. Facilitators Rebecca Strader and Heidi Brown invite you to attend this group that follows NAMI principles of confidentiality, respect, empathy and support to one another. No sign up or registration is required. Contact Rebecca at 804-3656746 or Heidi at 804-365-6769.
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The first woman to vote in the Mangohick precinct
When women were given the right to vote, Jayne Flowers’ grandmother was fortunate to be the first woman to vote in the Mangohick precinct in King William County in the November 1920 presidential race.
Annie McGeorge Moran was 23 years old when she was first able to vote. She was born in 1897, married in 1918, and had the first of her three children in 1919. Her husband, Julian Moran, served for many years as a poll worker for the Mangohick precinct. He made the ballot box that was used for the 1920 election.
Following the election, Moran was given the ballot
box as a memento of that special occasion. It has been kept for over 100 years as a treasured piece of family history.
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of total district votes with challenger Herb Jones (D) following closely behind with 42.60% of votes. In Hanover, 65.92% ofregistered voters cast ballots for Wittman and 33.14% for Jones.
Virginia’s 5th congressional district stretches from Charlottesville and Albemarle County south to Halifax on the North Carolina border and contains all or portions of 24 cities and counties. Following redistricting in 2021, the district now includes around 13,400 voters in western Hanover County as well as all of Louisa, Powhatan and Goochland counties.
Good secured his second term representing Virginia’s 5th congressional district against challenger Josh Throneburg (D). With all precincts reporting, Good had about 61.4% of the vote to about 38.4% for Throneburg. Approximately 69.58% of registered voters supported Good and 30.27% voted for Throneburg.
This year’s election also featured Hanover County Board of Supervisors Beaverdam
District candidate Robert Monolo, who secured 93.87% of votes running unopposed. Monolo will now serve as the new Beaverdam supervisor.
Voter participation in this year’s election hit an all-timehigh in Hanover County, according to Teresa Smithson, the county’s director of elections. Smithson said this is partly due to recent growth in the county’s voting age population to around 86,000 residents.
According to the Virginia Department of Elections, 72,565 Hanover County voters were registered as of Nov. 1, 2022 with 608 new registered voters, up from 161 new registered voters reported in December 2021.
Hanover also revealed a boost in early voter participation this year with 10,785 residents voting early in-person and 4,515 voting by mail, said Smithson.
But Hanover’s 39 precincts still saw large crowds of voters filter in and out throughout the Election Day on Nov. 8, with various locations reporting early morning rushes when polls opened at 6 a.m.
block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.
The Doswell Ruritan Club’s parking lot was full by 11 a.m. and over 408 votes were cast by 1:30 p.m. The Ashland precinct similarly reported a steady flow of voters throughout the day with over 500 votes counted by 2 p.m. at Ashland Town Hall.
The Atlee Branch Library hosted the Rutland polling precinct for the first time and saw the most significant traffic during the early morning hours.
Rutland resident Harry Feild was quickly in and out of the library after casting his vote, noting how swift and easy the tailored voting process was.
“I’m voting because education is very important for me, and we need to have people that are going to look out for the best interest of education,” Feild said.
Anetra Byrd’s quick trip to the library was inspired by her willingness to be an active citizen and the importance of every vote.
“I think it’s always important to exercise your right to vote because your vote is your voice,” Byrd said.
Thirty-eight out of the 39 precincts reported their results on election night with the final
in the 11200th block of Knox Drive, Ashland.
precinct reporting on Monday.
In a statement to The Local, Rep. Good called representing the 5th district one of the “greatest privileges” of his life.
“I would like to thank the voters of the 5th District for giving me the honor of continuing to represent you in Congress. It has been one of the greatest privileges of my life to serve as your representative these past two years, and I am truly grateful for your continued support. I am committed to continuing to fight for you in Washington, and I pledge to work relentlessly to secure the border, balance the budget, put parents and children first in education, restore our constitutional freedoms, and hold the Biden administration accountable. Thank you again for entrusting me to represent you,” Good said.
The Local reached out to Rep. Wittman and Monolo for a statement but did not receive a response by press time.
For full election results and voter statistics on the 2022 General Election and others, visit the Virginia Department of Elections website, https:// www.elections.virginia.gov/.
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The Atlee Branch Library invited residents in the Rutland area to cast their ballots in last week’s midterm election for the first time. Doswell Ruritan Club saw a wave of voters in the Blunts area throughout the morning and afternoon last Tuesday, drawing over 400 voters by 1 p.m.
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Patrick Henry High School (PHHS) has once again been named one of the best schools in Virginia for students and families connected to the country’s military.
PHHS was selected by the Virginia Department of Education’s Military Student Support Process Action Team (MSSPAT) and the Virginia Council on the Interstate Compact on the Educational Opportunity of Military Children for the 2022-2023 Purple Star Designation Award, a recognition for schools that demonstrate military-friendly practices and a commitment to military students and families.
“It is not only an honor, but a privilege to serve those who have chosen to defend our country and the freedoms we enjoy,” said Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of schools. “We are incredibly proud of Patrick Henry High School for again going above and beyond to support the unique needs of our military families. This recognition is well deserved, and we look forward to the continued work not only at PHHS, but across Hanover County Public Schools in serving our country’s heroes and their families.”
Hanover County Public Schools enrolls approximately 250 military-connected students.
PHHS principal Chris Martinez said that achieving the designation “means that our staff, teachers, and counselors have embraced and dedicated themselves to supporting this unique population of our PHamily.”
“Our staff realize children of those serving in our military have a unique educational experience and needs,” he said. “We take pride
in helping our students of military families feel connected and supported by the PHamily.”
The high school has a PHamily Advisory program, which is meant to support both students’ academic and social needs, that provides students an opportunity to connect with faculty, staff, and other students at the school. Students and staff meet in small groups once a month to discuss a variety of issues and to build relationships, as well as strengthen existing ones, something Martinez credits with helping the school achieve this distinguished status.
Additionally, Martinez said the school’s NJROTC program is “embedded into the PH culture and plays a vital role in supporting military connected students. Cadets represent excellence and commitment to our students in the building and in the community.”
“Hanover County enjoys a great reputation as a great place to live often due to the outstanding educational system. Many times, these military members deploy and the school system must meet the challenge of a newer student, who is missing a key member of the household,” Martinez said. “Patrick Henry prides itself in being ready to provide that support.”
PHHS will receive a Certificate of Recognition to be displayed at the school and an award coin. The school was also recognized during Tuesday night’s Hanover County School Board meeting.
PHHS was also named as a Purple Star Award recipient in 2019. More information about the program can be found on the Virginia Department of Education’s website.
Information submitted by Chris Whitley, assistant superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools.
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Patrick Henry High School was honored at the Nov. 8 Hanover County School Board meeting for its recognition as a Purple Star school. Pictured here are (from left to right) School Board Chairman John F. Axselle III (Beaverdam District), PHHS Principal Chris Martinez, PHHS NJROTC Senior Naval Science Instructor LT. Jim Head, and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Gill.
Programs at Mechanicsville area branch libraries
Atlee Branch Library
Atlee Bridge Group at the Atlee Branch Library. Tuesdays, Nov. 22 and 29, 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.
Mother Goose Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesdays, Nov. 16, 23 and 30, 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Mother Goose is a Storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers to have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.
Toddler Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesdays, Nov. 16, 23 and 30, 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Enjoy a Storytime of books, music and fun, for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.
Fun & Games at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, Nov. 16, 1 to 4 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Meet up with friends and have a great time with card and board games.
Preschool Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library. Mondays, Nov. 21 and 28, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Enjoy books, music, fingerplays and much more at preschool Storytime, for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Hula Dancing Class at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, Nov. 16, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 and up. Exercise your brain and body while learning about hula dancing and culture at the Atlee Branch Library.
Page Turners Book Club at the
Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, Nov. 17, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Ages 18 and up. An in-person, lively book discussion on "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time" by Mark Haddon. Participants can place the book on hold and pick it up at the Atlee Branch Library. New members are always welcome.
Learn how to improve the one aspect of your land that impacts all the flora and fauna of your garden. Topics change each session.
Call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9212 Rutlandshire Drive for more information.
Mechanicsville Branch Library
Mother Goose Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Tuesdays, Nov. 22 and 29, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Mother Goose is a Storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers to have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.
Toddler Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Tuesdays, Nov. 22 and 29, 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Enjoy a Storytime of books, music and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.
Pamunkey Woman’s Club to feature Hanover Cares speaker
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The Pamunkey Woman’s Club invites women in the community to come and hear this month’s guest speaker, Whitney Walen, executive director of Hanover Cares, during the club’s meeting on Nov. 21, at 1 p.m., located at Mechanicsville Baptist Church on Atlee Road.
Hanover Cares was created in 2016 and is dedicated to eliminating the use of alcohol, nicotine and other drugs among Hanover County youth through educa-
tion and community collaboration. Their mission is to ensure all Hanover youth make healthy drugfree choices. Hanover Cares works to mobilize community awareness of substance issues into actions that develop and support healthy opportunities for youth and parents. They target the reduction of substance abuse in the community through various programs and community outreach collaboration to help educate parents and youth.
For more information, contact the Pamunkey Woman Club membership chair, Bonnie Walter, at 804-650-0391.
Upcoming ‘Frosty Fest’ to benefit CodeBlue Cares Foundation
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Atlee Anime Club at the Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, Nov. 17, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 12-18. Join the Atlee Library Anime Club to meet teens with similar interests and watch cool shows.
Hanover Master Gardeners' Home Gardening Series at the Atlee Branch Library. Saturday, Nov. 19, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn about a variety of home gardening topics from Virginia Cooperative Extension’s Master Gardeners. This session's topic is "The Necessity and Practice for Good Soils.”
Preschool Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Thursday, Nov. 17, 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at preschool Storytime, for ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Hula Dancing Class at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Mondays, Nov. 21 and 28, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Ages 16 & up. Exercise your body and brain while learning about hula dancing and culture at the library. Wear clothing to
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The CodeBlue Cares Foundation invites the public to come shop at the first “Frosty Fest” on Dec. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in The Rutland Center, located at 9204 Center Oak Court in Mechanicsville.
Frosty Fest is a shop local event that is benefiting CodeBlue Cares Foundation in their mission to provide technology to schools, libraries and rural communities.
Over 20 local artisans and businesses will be set up in The Rutland Center with the best gifts for this holiday season along with a variety of food vendors for shoppers to grab a bite to eat while they shop. The CodeBlue Cares gazebo will be wrapping presents for visitors with a donation toward the foundation’s mission.
This event is open and free to the public. For more information, visit the website, www.codebluecares.org or email, donate@codebluecares.org.
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53rd Ashland Hanover Olde Time Holiday Parade returns Nov. 20
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The Ashland Kiwanis Club has been working diligently to welcome back Santa Claus to Hanover County this month. After a two-year pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 53rd annual Ashland Hanover Olde Time Holiday Parade is returning on Nov. 20. Due to Santa’s busy schedule, the parade is a rain or shine event, so check the weather forecast and dress appropriately.
This year, the parade will feature 96 units with well over 1,500 individuals taking part, walking, riding, marching and dancing. The parade is sponsored by the Town of Ashland with the Ashland Kiwanis Club organizing and directing the parade as they have done for 25 years. The starting loca-
tion is at the intersection of Thompson Street and Snead streets. The step off time is 2 p.m. Units travel east on Thompson and England streets, turning North at Henry Street, through the Randolph-Macon Campus and ends on Archie Cannon Drive at John M Gandy School.
Representatives of the Town of Ashland Police and Hanover County Sheriff’s Office will lead the parade following the Color Guard. The Parade Grand Marshal this year is Parney, the CEO of the Richmond Flying Squirrels. He will ride in a 1962 Chevrolet, driven by Gregg Glassner, and be accompanied by Nutzy and Nutasha.
And, as usual, the last unit is Santa Claus. Between these two very important people, there will be the Patrick Henry High School marching band, Navy Junior ROTC units from Patrick
Carey joins Town of Ashland as business development manager
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The Town of Ashland is pleased to announce that Bobbie Carey has joined the staff as business development manager working on economic development initiatives within the Planning and Community Development Department.
Carey is a graduate of Lehigh University in Pennsylvania with a degree in engineering and also holds an MBA from Pace University in New York. Her economic development experience began in Dutchess County, NY in 2001, where she managed a tax incentive program that encouraged businesses of all sizes to create jobs and make investments.
After relocating to Mechanicsville with her family in 2006, Carey worked as a part-time business consultant at the Greater Richmond Small Business Development Center.
Her work included counseling small businesses and assisting in marketing and training. Prior to joining the town, Carey was working for a Hanover County-based travel agency planning international travel, managing large group incentive trips for corporations and marketing the company’s services.
Information submitted by Martha Miller, Town of Ashland community engagement manager.
Henry and Mechanicsville High Schools, antique vehicles, the Snow Bear from the Virginia Repertory Theater, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Fire and Rescue Units, as well as the ACCA Temple’s Klowns, Oriental Band, Motorcycle Drill Team, Mini-Patrol and the ACCA Motor Trikes, along with the ACCA Million Dollar Band to put a spark in the entertainment. The 2022 Hanover Christmas Mother, Michele Clements, will also be riding in the parade. In addition, no parade is complete without a few horses, and this year will be no exception.
For those who are not in the parade this year but would like an invitation next year, contact the Ashland Kiwanis Club at ashlandkiwanis@gmail.com. Invitations go out via email in early September. To find out more about the club and their projects, email the
Clay Spring
same address or visit the club’s website, www.ashlandvakiwanis.org.
Mark Sunday, Nov. 20, at 2 p.m. on your calendars to attend the parade that begins the holiday sea-
son in Ashland, Hanover County and Metropolitan Richmond. Bundle up and come out for the parade and a ringside seat along the route.
Garden Club learns valuable hydrangea growing tips
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The Clay Spring Garden Club of Ashland held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 8 and welcomed speaker Joan Vandervort, who gave a presentation entitled "Tips for Growing Hydrangeas” that had all of the members captivated and taking notes.
Vandervort is a Master Gardener from Hanover County and a hydrangea expert. Some of her top growing tips were location, location, location – check your hydrangea species, as some love a sunny location and some love shade. Gardeners should make sure their soil is well-drained and prune judiciously based on their specific type of hydrangea.
sandwiches and warm apple cider.
“Remembrance.”
The floral design exhibit themes were “Remembrance,” a design using a container that holds a memory and “We Are Thankful,” a dining table design using fall flowers. Club members created designs that were breath-taking and heart-warming.
A beautiful fall lunch buffet was served by members, Dale Cannon and Joan Corfield, complete with club
The next meeting will be held at the Ashland Christian Church and will feature a potluck Christmas lunch. Anyone who loves gardening, horticulture and floral design and is interested in joining the Clay Spring Garden Club is invited to contact the Membership Committee Chairperson Laura Follo at (203) 687-0196 for more information.
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The 53rd annual Ashland Hanover Olde Time Holiday Parade will begin at 2 p.m. on Nov. 20.
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Bobbie Carey
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Hanover Master Gardener Joan Vandervort presents “Tips for Growing Hydrangeas” to the Clay Spring Garden Club of Ashland.
Left, Aaron Reidmiller, director of Hanover County Parks and Recreation, reads aloud the newest names that have been added to the bricks of the Hanover Veterans Memorial.
Right, George Navas, master of ceremonies and Chairman of the Hanover County Veterans Committee, offers his own remarks to the crowd.
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National Anthem by Penny Dupuis, Hanover County Board of Supervisors Chair Angela Kelly-Wiecek welcomed attendees with opening remarks.
“When we looked at the forecast on Monday and in consultation with the committee, thinking about what a wonderful and special occasion this is, we thought we just can’t let a little rain stop us,” she said.
Kelly-Wiecek gave a brief history of Veterans Day, which was formerly known as Armistice Day at the close of World War I. After being signed into law by President Dwight Eisenhower in 1954, the day would become a celebration of all veterans, past and present.
She narrated the history of her own family’s involvement in the military through various generations, including her grandfather, who served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. That family history offered her a deeper understanding of the spirit of a veteran.
“It strikes me that our veterans are not just servants when they are in uniform and on active duty, but long after their military service may come to an end,” she said, adding that there are countless volunteer roles and areas that veterans serve in and “instill that spirit of service in younger generations.”
“Veterans make our communities better,” said George Navas, chairman of the Hanover County Veterans Committee.
He said fewer than 10% of Americans “can claim the honorable title of a U.S. military veteran,” labeling them as a “special group” that provides vital services that enable their communities to function and thrive.
“Chances are that if you surveyed your local police or fire department, you would find that a disproportionately high percentage of its members are veterans,” he said.
“You cannot fight a war without creating veterans, and while the utopian idea of a society without war is appealing, let's not forget that veterans gained our independence
from tyranny; liberated slaves; defeated communism, fascism, and imperialism; kept the peace during the Cold War; and are battling terrorism today,” Navas said.
Navas additionally called for recognition of the families of these brave veterans who endure frequent address changes, interrupted employment by spouses, disproportionate sharing of parental responsibilities and separation from friends and loved ones.
“And hardest of all, the uncertainty of whether or not mom or dad will live through their next combat tour,” Navas said.
“For many veterans our nation was important enough to endure long separation from their families – missed the births of their children, freeze in subzero temperatures, vacant wild jungles, lose limbs and, far too often, their very lives,” he said. “It is not in the nature of America’s warriors to complain. Warriors endure. Warriors make do with less. Warriors finish the job no matter how hard, no matter what is asked, and in each other we
find community.”
The ceremony’s guest speaker, Columbus Pollard, proudly shared his and his family’s extensive history of military involvement. Pollard is a U.S. Army veteran who was honorably discharged in 1985 at the rank of staff sergeant.
“I have been surrounded with vets my entire life,” Pollard said, particularly noting the impact his father made on his life. His father served in the Korean War while raising six children on his own.
Pollard also recognized his wife, Allison, who held a military ID her entire life and served in the U.S. Navy for decades. Following in the footsteps of her father, she became the first black female to graduate from the Naval Academy from the state of New York.
“We love this country,” Pollard said. “So we believe in the American Dream… We still believe that the American Dream is still alive in this country, but the question is, is the dream still alive in you?”
Pollard said younger generations are losing faith in the American Dream over time.
“It’s mind boggling to us that people have given up on America. How do you give up on this country?” he said. “How do you not hold your leadership accountable for what they say and for what they do and for the things that they put in front of your youth?”
“We have to teach our children what America is all about – the American Dream is still alive,” Pollard said. “They must believe in that dream, they’ve got to be able to see it… to see the force instead of the tree that is standing in front of them.”
Pulling from the teachings of his father, he said it is vitally important for veterans to teach youth about adversity and how it is a part of life and requires the strength to keep moving.
“We have to teach our children how to give America their focus, their effort, their energy, and their time… then America will deliver the dream of them and their family,” Pollard said.
Toward the conclusion of the ceremony, Aaron Reidmiller, director of Hanover County Parks and Recreation, read aloud
the newest names that have been added to the memorial bricks of the Hanover County Veterans Memorial at Wayside Park: James Atkinson (U.S. Army), John Axselle, III (U.S. Army), Stephen Cooper (U.S. Air Force), Kevin Corcoran (U.S. Army), Kevin Corcoran (U.S. Army), James F. Corrigan (U.S. Navy), Donald Fuller (U.S. Air Force), P. Edwin Fuller (U.S. Marine Corps), Wayne D. Fuller (U.S. Army), Johnny R. Giragosian (U.S. Merchant Marines), Ed King (U.S. Army), Kevin Mills (U.S. Army), Lewis Mills, Jr. (U.S. Army), John A. Salotti (U.S. Army), and Henry L. Wood (U.S. Army).
Residents can help finance the ongoing memorial project with a $100 donation, which buys a brick paver on the walkway leading up to the brick and granite memorial wall. Brick pavers can be inscribed with the name of any U.S. military veteran serving in active duty or who has been granted an honorable discharge.
For more information, visit the website, https://www. hanovercounty.gov/243/ Hanover-Wayside-Park.
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Photos by Christina Amano Dolan/The Local Board of Supervisors Chair Angela Kelly-Wiecek offers welcoming remarks to the crowd. Below, veterans in the crowd stand for the ceremonial wreath escort lead by Doug Stansbury and Brooks McCormick.
Guest speaker Columbus Pollard offers an inspiring speech of his and his family’s military service and the American Dream. Hanover Veterans Committee: George Navas presents members of the Hanover Veterans Committee with challenge coins honoring their service to the community.
Beau to Cole connection saves Hawks’ season
By Rob Witham for The Mechanicsville Local
MECHANICSVILLE –
When your season is at stake, it’s great to have friends.
Beau Sahnow and Cole Elrod have known each other for more than two-thirds of their lives. They’ve developed a unique chemistry in this renaissance season for the Hanover Hawks. And Thursday night, with 36 seconds left, down 31-28, that chemistry extended their campaign.
Sahnow’s fourth down, 12-yard pass to Elrod, caught while draped so closely by an Eastern View defender that pass interference was called, gave Hanover a 35-31 victory over the Cyclones in a Class 4, Region B quarterfinal.
“Backyard football, regular football, basketball, I’ve played it all with Beau,” Elrod said. “I have full confidence giving that man the ball. He’s a playmaker.”
The score saved Hanover (9-2) from what could have been a crushing defeat. After taking a 28-10 lead to halftime, the Hawks began the second half with possession. But when Sahnow was hit hard in the backfield, fumbling the ball, the Cyclones recovered at the 7 yard line.
Eastern View (8-3) had to turn to freshman A.P. Hull after losing starting quarterback D’Myo Hunter to injury late in the first half. Hull found Tre Brock for a touchdown after the
fumble to cut the Hawks’ lead to 28-17. After a Sahnow interception on the next possession by Brock, Hull tossed another touchdown pass. In a blink, it was 28-24.
Early in the fourth, Zach Tyler’s blitz forced Hull to throw the first of two critical interceptions. But Hanover was stopped on both drives, once inside the five, setting the stage for what seemed to be Hull heroics.
The freshman drove the Cyclones down the field, throwing into double coverage on Brock in the end zone. Malachi Madden tipped the ball, but it caromed into Brock’s
hands. With 3:35 left, Eastern View had their first lead of the night since it was 7-6 in the first quarter.
Hanover moved the ball into the red zone, calling timeout in the final minute facing fourth and ten at the Eastern View 12. It was time for the dynamic duo to seize the moment.
“My one thought was I’ve got to get a foot inbounds,” Elrod noted when asked about the winning score. “They called my number, and I had to make a play.”
The Cyclones used a hook and lateral play to move just past midfield, but their final two pass plays for the end zone
fell incomplete.
For Hanover, it was their 10th straight win in the first round of the playoffs in this, their first postseason game since 2015. Head coach Sam Rogers praised the senior class for their perseverance in restoring the winning culture at Hanover.
“We’ve been through some low times here,” Rogers recalled. “The seniors were freshmen in 2019 on a 2-8 team. It’s those guys. It means a lot to all of us. It’s not me.”
Hanover advances to face top-seeded Dinwiddie in a Region 4B semifinal on the road next Friday.
Hanover students raise money through tennis tournament
By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor
It had been well over a year since either Campbell Woods or Willow Dickenson had played a game of tennis when they entered into the second annual Play it Forward Tennis Tournament, but with a chance to raise money for a good cause, the reasoning for getting back on the courts was too good to pass up.
Woods and Dickenson, who are a junior and freshman at Hanover High School, joined the tennis tournament in the efforts to help raise money for women's cancer research at Massey Cancer Center along with 32 other tennis players at Courtside West on Oct. 16.
Not only did the Hanover duo quickly raise money, $875 in a week to be exact, but they also flourished on the court as well, going undefeated and winning their tennis division.
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UPCOMING EVENTS 11 19 2022 | Youth, High School, College, Recreational & Professional Sports Randolph-Macon football v. Cortland St 12:00 p.m. Hanover football @ Dinwiddie 1:30 p.m. 11 19 2022
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Hanover Quarterback Beau Sahnow finds running room in the secondary in the Hawk’s 23-14 victory over Matoaka.
Contributed photo Campbell Woods (left) and Willow Dickenson (right) went undefeated and raised $875 at the Play it Forward Tennis Tournament on Oct. 16.
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Atlee High School girls place second at XC states
By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor
After a torrential downpour the day before the Class 4 cross country state championships, the runners competing for a chance at state title glory faced a tough, hilly course at Oatlands Plantation that made for an entertaining day for the spectators cheering on their respective schools.
After Atlee won both the boys and girls region titles just a week leading up to the state meet on Nov. 12, the Raiders again had some stellar performances that led to the boys placing fourth and the girls finishing as the
runner-up.
Facing two water crossings, tall grass and what is effectively referred to as “the hill,” the runners battled through high water and muddy terrain to finish with respectable results as they represented their schools at Oatlands.
Atlee saw five of its seven runners in the girls event place within the top50, led by a 13th place showing from freshman Amelia Waggoner with a time of 20:06.00. Behind Waggoner were freshman Teagan Gilhooly and senior Courtney Mudd finishing in 20th and 21st place, respectively, with
times of 20:34.00 and 20:39.00.
Addison Crow also had a good showing, placing 26th at 20:52.00 while Caitlyn Coyne placed 49th with a time of 21:57.00. Sarah Bland and Ashley Bedford also competed for the Raiders, placing 56th and 66th.
Hanover also had some notable times in the girls competition. The team placed ninth in the competition in total, with sophomore Ellie Agustin stepping up with a great 19:44.00 result that was good for sixth place. Her teammate Adelynn Carpenter, a junior, placed 11th with a time of 20:46.00.
In the boys run, six of the seven Atlee runners finished within the top50, with the best results coming from Travis Albon and Patrick Allen, with Albon placing third with an excellent time of 16:11.00 and Allen finishing in sixth at 16:28.00.
Great times from senior Andre Chavez, Jake Stanley and James Mulcahy also helped Atlee finish with a strong team score, as Chavez crossed the finish line at 17:14.00 for 21st place, Allen finishing at 17:45.00 for 33rd and Mulcahy finishing in 35th place at 17:47.00.
Rounding out their performances
was a 49th place result for senior Ashton Shultz and a 54th place run from Owen Guest to cap off a successful day of running for Atlee.
Mechanicsville, whose boys team finished in 10th with its team score, had seven runners compete in the boys run as well, with senior Carter Smith having the best time of 17:06.00 to place 18th.
Despite running under less than ideal conditions, it was a day to remember for the runners who worked hard over the course of the season to get the opportunity to compete for a state championship.
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At the Class 4 cross country state championship at Oatlands, the Atlee Raiders saw their girls team place second in the competition while the boys placed fourth.
The New Standard Set at Randolph-Macon
By Rob Witham for The Mechanicsville Local
FARMVILLE – All season long, Randolph-Macon football has used its physical running attack and defense to wear down opponents.
Saturday, in the 127th edition of “The Game” at Hampden-Sydney, the Yellow Jackets wore their archrivals out in a 38-17 victory that was their record ninth straight in the storied series, giving Randolph-Macon its first 10-win season in school history.
“We wanted to keep their offense off the field,” said Randolph-Macon head coach Pedro Arruza. “That’s the name of the game in November and December, right? Our kids battled their tails off.”
Having already clinched their 13th Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) Championship last week, the focus was to leave Fulton Field with both the conference trophy and “The Game Ball” trophy, emblematic of victory in the oldest small college rivalry in the South.
It would be HampdenSydney (4-3 ODAC, 5-5) who struck first as Malik Frost broke a third down tackle and raced 67 yards for the lead less than a minute into the game, then recovered a surprise onside kick. RandolphMacon (7-0 ODAC, 10-0) held on defense, then set the game’s course with a 75-yard touchdown drive, all on the ground, capped by senior quarterback Andrew Ihle’s 13th rushing score of the season from 6 yards out to tie the game at 7-7.
Ihle saw less action in the two-quarterback rotation
with Drew Campanale, but said it did not matter to him.
“The entire quarterback room is all on the same page,” Ihle explained. “Nobody cares who gets the success so long as, at the end of the day, we’re up on the scoreboard.”
Campanale threw one pass in the first 22 offensive plays as the Yellow Jackets scored on the first play of the second quarter on a Nick Hale run. Hale finished with 148 yards on the ground, while backfield mate Kwesi Clarke rushed for 118.
The Tigers’ final big play came on a short pass from Tanner Bernard to Jamahdia Whitby, who broke two tackles and raced down the sideline for a 56-yard score to tie the game at 14-14. The Yellow Jackets’ final two drives of the half yielded field goal tries, with Kyle Ihle connecting on a 33-yard try while seeing a 29-yard attempt blocked at half’s end.
After an exchange of punts to start the third, Campanale finally found favorite receiver David Wallis for a 78-yard touchdown strike for a 24-14 lead. The Tigers closed back within seven on an Elijah Swett field goal, but a 15-play, 84-yard drive that chewed almost nine minutes off the clock, and, in the process saw Hampden-Sydney desperately exchanging defenders on and off the field to stay fresh.
It didn’t work. After a Ricky Thompson interception returned the ball to the Yellow Jackets, they marched 38 yards, killing almost five more minutes, capped by a Hale 2-yard score.
On the day, RandolphMacon possessed the football
for nearly 43 minutes, running 80 plays to HampdenSydney’s 47. The Yellow Jackets had 31 first downs to just nine for the Tigers, and, on third down, they were successful on 14 of 17 tries.
The Yellow Jackets next prepare for their first NCAA Division III Championship game since 2018. They will learn their first round opponent, and whether or not they have earned a home game, when the NCAA announces the 32-team field Sunday at 5 p.m.
“Hats off to the kids. I’m going to enjoy this one tonight,” Arruza said during the postgame celebration.
“After lifting and hitting the training room, we’ll see who we’re playing and go from there.”
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Randolph-Macon quarterback Drew Campanale (5) prepares to throw a touchdown pass to David Wallis in the third period of the Yellow Jackets’ 38-17 victory over Hampden-Sydney Saturday in Farmville. The toss was the junior’s 20th touchdown pass of the season.
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Jackets’ 38-17 win at Hampden-Sydney in the 127th edition of “The Game” Saturday in Farmville. Campanale accounted for 238 yards of offense and two scores.
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dance in easily.
Mechanicsville Book Club at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Wednesday, Nov. 16, 11 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 & up. Bring ideas for discussion and escape to a world of pure imagination.
Senior Bingo at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Wednesday, Nov. 16,
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2 to 3:30 p.m. Ages 55 and up. Need to get out and do something that's both fun and relaxing? Stop by the library for a game of Senior Bingo.
80s Trivia Night at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Thursday, Nov. 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Ages 18 and up. Want more 80s nostalgia? Join the library for a fun night of trivia.
Mindful Meditation Class at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Friday, Nov. 18, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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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,
Ages 18 and up. Want more selfawareness, clarity and focus in your life? Need a calm, relaxing environment to have fun and feel more grounded? Participate in mindful meditation exercises, presented by Lynette Kent, licensed meditation teacher.
Anime Club at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Friday, Nov. 18, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Ages 12-18. Join the Mechanicsville Library Anime Club
Ashland Police Department, AARP, Hanover County governmental agencies, human services agencies, civic groups and seniors themselves.
Third Thursdays
The Ashland Museum holds Trivia Night on the third Thursday of each month at Origin Beer Lab, 106 S. Railroad Ave., Ashland, 6pm. Free, no reservations needed. Follow us on instagram (@ ashlandmuseum) or facebook. For information,
to meet teens with similar interests and watch some cool shows.
Family Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Saturday, Nov. 19, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and much more, for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
Teen Trivia: Hamilton, An American Musical at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Saturday, Nov. 19, 2 to 3 p.m. Ages 12
email ashlandmuseum@comcast.net or call 804368-7314.
Fourth Monday
The Atlee Ruritan Club meets every fourth Monday at Hillcrest Baptist Church on Route 301. Meetings, that include dinner and a program, begin at 6:30 p.m. Ruritan is a national community service organization dedicated to fellowship, goodwill and community service. The
- 18. An afternoon of Jeopardy-style Trivia on everyone's favorite musical. Adult Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Ages 18 and up. 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. Call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place for more information.
Atlee Club welcomes both men and women. To learn more about the club’s mission and reserve a spot for dinner, call (804) 789-9365.
Last Saturday
January through October, The American Legion Post 175 hosts a “Community Breakfast” from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. The breakfast is open to the public and is located at 8700 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
HanoverEvangelicalFriends
6420MechTrnpk.804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org
Worship:Sun.10:30AM SundaySchool@9:15AM
AdventCommunityChurch
Mechanicsville,8079StudleyRd, (804)746.0895or746.0279
Worship/Children’schurch10am adventcommunitychurch.com
FairmountChristianChurch, 559-8070
6502CreightonRd. SundayAMWorshipTraditional 8:00&10:15,Contemporary9:00, Modern11:15,BibleSchoolat 9:00,10:15,&11:15.
RickRaines,SeniorMinister; ChrisSantasiere,AssociateMinister;SethWortman,Associate Minister;TracyThomas,Worship &MusicMinister;BillNicol,AssociateWorshipMinister;Davis Ellenberger,YouthMinister; AshleySears,Children’sDirector fairmountcc.org
GethsemaneChurchofChrist 5146MechanicsvilleTurnpike SundayAMWorshipServices (Checkwebsitefortimes) 804-779-2044 BillWines,SeniorMinister www.gethsemanechristians.org
StPaulLutheranChurch(LCMS)
BlackCreekBaptistChurch, 6289McClellanRoad SundaySchool-9:00a.m. SundayWorship-10:15a.m. AdultBibleStudy&YouthGroup Wed.nightsat6:00p.m. Pastor,StephenKendrick www.blackcreek.org orcall(804)781-0330
HOPECOMMUNITYCHURCH HomeofAtleeChristianAcademy&HopeNowCounseling. info&more:www.hopenow.cc
FairfieldPresbyterianChurch 6930ColdHarborRd.,23111 8:45&11:00amservices www.fairfieldpcusa.org
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Their $875 contribution was the highest of any team that contributed at the fundraiser. Even better, Hanover matched the students’ personal donation and supported them and their initiative to help for a good cause.
The two Hawks students, both straight-A students and multi-sport athletes that just finished up their volleyball season, met this fall and quickly shared an interest in supporting a cause that meant something to them. When they found the Play it Forward tournament and what impact it made on cancer research, it was clear that was the one they sought to enter.
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Are you looking for ways to make the holidays brighter for others? The Hanover County Department of Community Resources has a list of organizations seeking holiday assistance for those they serve.
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“In person” volunteering needs may be limited, but this year’s “wish list” is still full of opportunities to show compassion and bring joy to others.
The “Making Holidays Bright” holiday wish list provides individuals, businesses
and community groups with opportunities and contact information of local agencies that are in need of community support as they serve others during the Holiday season. The document is available online at www.HanoverVolunteers.org.
The list includes ways in which you can:
Make a monetary donation Share your time Collect or contribute items in need Shop for a specific child, family or
elder Create an item or a gift
The list also includes information on community Thanksgiving dinner “Pick Up” offerings and the Hanover Christmas Mother.
For more information, call the Department of Community Resources at 365-4300 or e-mail volunteer@hanovercounty.gov.
Information submitted by Tom Harris, communications specialist for Hanover County.
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Plenty of good vibes are coming your way, Sagittarius. You just need to figure out if you’re going to share some good fortune with others and when that will occur.
A sweet connection with someone else could happen this week, Capricorn. This may be the start of a lasting relationship, whether it is romantic or platonic.
Don’t be afraid to showcase your natural talents, Aquarius. Your unique skill set enables you to have a little fun with others and show off a bit at work.
Figure out ways to connect with the life force that is all around you, Pisces. Try meditation in the outdoors to blend two experiences.
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