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Vol. 38, No. 43 | Richmond Suburban News |June 15, 2022

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Morin and Taylor lead PHHS as valedictorian and salutatorian By Christina Amano Dolan Editor

illiam Morin has been named the Patrick Henry High School (PHHS) Class of 2022’s valedictorian with a GPA of 4.589. Luke Taylor, with a GPA of 4.582, has been recognized as the class’ salutatorian. Morin is the son of Patrick Morin and Kate Connolly. During his time at PHHS, Morin was involved with the Latin Learning Center, Model United Nations and the Latin Club. In addition to his involvement in a number of school activities, he contributed to the community in his service to Junior Assembly Cotillion. His academic journey will continue at Georgetown University.

WILLIAM MORIN Valedictorian

In light of his recognition as this year’s valedictorian, Morin took the time to thank those who contributed to his academic success. “I would like to thank my teachers, staff and friends who helped me achieve this,” he said. “I know that I would not have come this far without them.” Morin said achieving the status of valedictorian was a long-time goal of his through-

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LUKE TAYLOR Salutatorian

out his high school experience. “Valedictorian was something I set my mind on when I first arrived at Patrick Henry freshman year, and I feel an immense sense of gratitude and pride having achieved it,” he said. Taylor is the son of Lori and Steve Taylor. During his time at PHHS, Taylor held the position of see PHHS, pg. 22

CHAMPIONS X 3 By Dave Lawrence Richmond Suburban News

FREDERICKSBURG — Last year, Hanover’s baseball and softball teams reached their respective Virginia High School League Class 4 state championship games. Both suffered heartbreaking losses and had to take comfort in the old sports refrain, “Wait ’til next year!” Atlee’s boys lacrosse team has had to do the same four prior years. But not this year. All three returned to the county Saturday as their respective state champions. For more, go to The Local Sports, page 16.

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Hanover's baseball team forms a dogpile in the infield after the last out in the Hawks' 11-0 win over James Wood in the Virginia High School League Class 4 state baseball championship at Riverbend High School on June 11.

Strawberry Faire offers sweet day out in Ashland By Christina Amano Dolan Editor Over 20,000 visitors flooded the streets of RandolphMacon College (R-MC) last weekend for the return of the beloved Ashland Strawberry Faire four decades after it

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John Fisher grabs a bucket of ruby red strawberries from the Ashland Berry Farm stand.

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Hanover resident John Lawrence of Cadys Mills Road picked his tomatoes from his home garden on June 7.

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HCSO continues to seek assistance in locating missing adult Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office continues to request the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult. Karen Louise Ryan, 65, was last seen on Wednesday, May 25, at her residence in the 6600 block of Rural Point Road.

She was last spoken to by phone on May 26. She was reported missing by family on May 28. Ryan is described as a white female, 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing 212 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. The sheriff ’s office continues to actively search for Ryan. At this point, investigators and deputies have

searched her residence and property. Canine teams have also been deployed in the immediate area of her residence with negative results. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Karen Ryan is asked to contact Investigator Josiah Robertson with the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office at (804) 572-3333 or the Metro

Richmond Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Citizens can also download the “P3 Tips” app for their mobile devices 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.

Assistance sought to identify larceny suspects Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com On June 2, deputies responded to Lakeridge Square Apartments and the Stony Run Condominiums for a report of multiple larcenies from vehicles. A total of seven vehicles were entered and rummaged through overnight. Three of the vehicles had their windows smashed out to gain entry. One vehicle, a black 2015 Toyota RAV4 bearing Virginia

registration WWU-3148, was stolen. Based on surveillance footage, it is believed four suspects were involved in these incidents. The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office encourages all citizens to not only lock their vehicles but to also remove any items of value, to include their keys. Anyone with information about this incident or who can identify the suspects is asked to contact the Hanover County

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began. Held on Saturday, June 11, this year’s Faire boasted countless attractions for all ages to enjoy, including a first-ever “Strawberry Kids” Parade, live performances at the Blackwell Stage, and a “Kid Zone” filled with games and a Dunk Tank, which featured local public officials taking a plunge while fundraising for their favorite charities. “The Ashland Strawberry Faire is a fun-filled family day where people can come, the kids can play really inexpensive games and everyone can have a good time,” said Sharon Chidsey, president of the Faire’s Board of Directors. In addition to providing free entertainment, proceeds from the Faire go back into the community in the form of nonprofit support and yearly scholarships provided to local students.

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Betty La Place of the Ashland Strawberry Faire Board of Directors was crowned this year’s adult Spirit of the Faire winner.

She said they were eager to see their longtime vendors again along with new participants, with this year featuring almost 300 arts and crafts, food, nonprofit and business

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. Hanover County Sheriff’s office

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vendors. Among the Faire’s returning vendors were members of the Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA) Tri-City Chapter who brought their impressive, choppers for kids to climb aboard. The display was part of the Faire’s “Motor Mile” attraction, which featured an assortment of transportation to touch and see, including a new mechanical bull and horse ride. Bear, the vice president of the chapter, said he has been participating in the Faire for around 10 years now and always has a great time. “I was not expecting a crowd this big today because of the weather,” Bear added in amazement. Despite the day’s gloomy and unpredictable weather forecast, the sun prevailed by the early afternoon and provided pleasant weather for a majority of the Faire. Even see STRAWBERRY, pg. 14

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Saturday, June 18 The Chickahominy Falls Art Guild is hosting its first Art Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the barn at Woodside Farms, 10447 Woodside Farms Drive, Glen Allen. The show will feature pieces

from local artists. Paintings, jewelry, photography, quilts, pottery, metalwork and hand-blown glass will be on display and for sale. Shop the fresh produce from the pop-up, listen to live music and enjoy a grab-and-go style

lunch prepared by Woodside Chef Devon. For more information, visit: https://www. woodsidefarms.net/art-show. The Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 8175 Pleasant Grove Road, Mechanicsville,

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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. celebrates Juneteenth “Freedom Day” from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The featured guests will be The Gospel Gents and Blood Brothers Dance Team. There will be Informational Displays, onsite vendors, Chic by Marcellina with African Clothings and Accessories, Visual Artist, Julian Greene, Black Authors Showcase with Storytelling, music, food, games and much more. The community is invited. Call (804) 2419289 with any questions.

Sunday, June 19 Hanover NAACP and the Town of Ashland are presenting “Juneteenth Festival Celebrating Fathers” from noon to 7 p.m. at the Ashland Town Hall Square, located at 121 Thompson Street, Ashland. The festival will feature free gifts to all fathers, children’s area, food trucks, wine tastings, vendors and live music. Email hanovernaacp2@gmail.com with any

Local State Farm hosting free ice cream socials for 100th anniversary Contributed Report news@mechocal.com

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Monday, June 20 – Thursday, June 23 A vacation Bible school for all ages, “Discovery on Adventure Island,” will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Black Creek Baptist Church, located at 6289 McClellan Road, Mechanicsville, VA, 23111. There is no charge. To register and receive additional details, email office@ blackcreek.org or call 804781-0330.

Monday, June 20 and Tuesday, June 21 State Farm agent Julie Whitaker is hosting two free ice cream socials in celebration of State Farm’s 100th anniversary. Monday’s social will be held from noon to 2 p.m. at her office located at 8250 Jupiter Drive and Tuesday’s will be held from noon to 2 p.m. at her office located at 6160 see CALENDAR, pg. 21

This year marks State Farm’s 100th anniversary and State Farm agent, Julie Whitaker, is bringing the celebration to Mechanicsville. Whitaker will host free ice cream socials at her office located at 8250 Jupiter Drive on June 20 from noon to 2 p.m. and at her office located at 6160 Mechanicsville Turrnpike on June 21 from 1noon to 2 p.m. Stop by, meet the team, chat with Whitaker and enjoy some delicious ice cream provided by Early Bird Café. Early Bird Café is the sister company to Graham’s Ice Cream & Sweet Treats located at 7038 Mechanicsville Turnpike. “At State Farm, we are committed to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams,” says State Farm agent Julie Whitaker. “For me, it’s about empowering people to be good neighbors because a better tomorrow starts with a stronger community today.”

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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor

The importance of honoring heroes among us By Christina Amano Dolan Editor

here are those that live among us that serve as everyday heroes. When this everyday hero has fallen, a whole community feels the impact of such a devastating loss, and it is up to the community to enshrine their courage and sacrifice in memory. During the statewide Virginia Fallen Firefighters and EMS Memorial Service held earlier this month, the lives of four fallen heroes were powerfully memorialized and honored: Lawrence Phipps Sr., Lyndell Woods, Sean Land and Todd Landreth – all men who devoted their lives to protecting their communities. Phipps was one of our own – a former battalion chief of Hanover Fire-EMS. Honoring the lives of the four fallen firefighters, the keynote speaker, John Prillaman, shared a moving story that captured what it truly takes to become this hero. He narrated a story of God working overtime to craft his latest creation. An angel appeared and wondered why he was devoting this extra care and time, to which God responded with the special traits that this creation would possess. A firefighter must be able to wake up to a fire alarm, run into burning buildings, rescue people and enter areas that most wouldn’t dare to venture to, he said. He has to be willing to leave his family and put his life on the line, work to exhaustion and beyond, yet still be ready for the

next call. He must have a strong commitment to a personal calling that places their lives in jeopardy every day, must be in an extraordinary physical and mental state at all times and have a heart big enough to love members of the “brotherhood” worldwide. “A heart that big? There’s no way,” Prillaman said the angel replied. God responded that it wasn’t the heart that was the trickiest task but creating the extra hands and eyes a firefighter must possess: one pair to see the whole situation, another pair to see what lies ahead, a third pair to look after his brothers and another pair to look reassuringly at a victim and say, “You’ll be alright.” “Being a firefighter is one of bravery, loyalty and devotion to public service,” Prillaman said. “He is willing to put his life on the line every day to protect our homes and our loved ones from the devastating effects of fire. And sometimes, the honorable job of saving lives requires many firefighters to pay the ultimate price for their valor.” Finally, God placed a tear on his creation for the “bottled up emotions for fallen comrades, for victims and for commitment to that piece of cloth called the American flag.” Prillaman said he loved this story because it paints a picture of what a firefighter is expected to do while capturing the care and compassion a firefighter must possess. He often laughs when he hears people talking about firefighters, he said, as many may assume their lives echo what is seen on television shows

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or movies. He said a firehouse is instead full of firefighters sharing stories of their families or their favorite football team. They’re a family, he said, that extends across the country and into every fire station. Adorned with fire apparatus from across the state, the reception hall itself exhibited how the fire and EMS family extends far beyond the bounds of one’s community. It is a family that feels the loss of any of its members and joins hands in powerful remembrance of their service. The room fell silent as a bell was struck during the ceremony for the “Tolling of the Bell” tradition – a symbolic sound that dates back generations ago to an era of telegraphs. Firefighters would broadcast this sounding alarm in honor and respect of a fallen firefighter, echoing from the fire alarm boxes that stood on almost every street corner of America. As the ringing echoed powerfully throughout the hall, carrying listeners back in time to when its melancholy cry was heard down every street corridor, it called for the remembrance of heroes of generations past that paid the ultimate price for their valor. From hearing the stories of these courageous men and witnessing the meaningful ceremony, it is certain that all who hear their stories will fulfill a promise to remember. Their legacy will live on through the heroes that surround us every day – the men and women who wake up every morning, dress for work and leave their homes and families with the honorable commitment to place the lives of others before their own.

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LETTERS | Reader Views

Reader responds to Peterson’s letter to the editor Dear Editor, Sadly, you choose not to “hear” all of your constituents, Mr. W. Canova Peterson. You’ve had ample opportunity to speak with many of us and have chosen not to. I also see you neglected to point out that Mrs. Prichard and Mrs. Kelly-Wiecek also opposed your choice. They both had well-stated and valid concerns with Mr. Redd. Perhaps you are not used to change or maybe you are not used to being questioned. Whatever it happens to be, you’ll need to acknowledge that there are growing number of Hanover residents that want to see change and growth in the county. I’ll give Mr. Redd a chance, because I have no choice in my representation on the school board yet. The appointment of John E. Redd to the Hanover County School Board has been in the works for two years now. It is no secret Peterson was unhappy with Sterling Daniel voting in favor of the school’s name change. Sadly, this appointment is retribution for his not voting in a way favorable to Mr. Peterson. It seems he’s forgotten that a school board member is representative not of him and his opinions, but of what is best for the teachers, staff and students of Hanover County Public Schools. Now, I’ve made a bold claim that this appointment was two years in the making, and I’m not one to make statements that can’t be backed up with data. Shortly after the school’s name change vote, Mr. Charles Waddell sent an “open” letter to The Mechanicsville Local in the week of Aug. 12, 2020, offering up Mr. Redd as “a well-qualified citizen whose commitment to serve, experience and expertise make see LETTERS, pg. 22

Ashland and Amtrak celebrate ADA platform project completion By Christina Amano Dolan Editor The journey to and from Ashland just got a little easier for people with disabilities with the dedication of a new platform construction project that improves accessibility and safety at the Ashland Amtrak stop. The Town of Ashland, Amtrak, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), CSX Transportation and Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) gathered June 7 to celebrate the completion of the new platform at the Amtrak stop located at 112 North Railroad Ave in Ashland. “We’re here for the purpose of dedicating this new platform,” said Town of Ashland Mayor Steve Trivett. “It’s a beautiful platform, it took a couple of years to get it done, but all for better accessibility

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County Administrator John Budesky, Ashland District Supervisor Faye Prichard, Town Council member Kathy Abbott, Ashland Mayor Steve Trivett, Ashland Town Manager Josh Farrar, Ashland Chief Troy Aronhalt and Town of Ashland staff joined in the celebration of the Town’s new platform project completion.

for every passenger who wants to get on the train and get off

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safety at the Ashland stop in October 2019. The company

contracted with Railroad Construction Company of Paterson, N.J., and partnered with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), VPRA and the Town of Ashland to advance a series of improvements, including the construction of two brick platforms, placement of two mobile lifts and accompanying canopy. Mobile lifts are available on each platform and will benefit all customers with wheeled luggage, strollers and those who use mobility devices. Amtrak and the Town partnered in a redesign of one block of North Railroad Avenue that will allow for a safer experience for customers and pedestrians, along with a modified vehicle traffic pattern. The new platforms connect to sidewalks, crosswalks and a pedestrian grade crosssee PLATFORM, pg. 8

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Left to right, Ashland District Supervisor Faye Prichard offers closing remarks during the ribbon cutting ceremony; Todd Stennis, senior manager at Amtrak, offers an overview of Amtrak’s ongoing ADA Stations Program and bringing greater accessibility to all Amtrak passengers, and Randy Marcus of CSX Transportation discusses the important partnership between CSX and Ashland.

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ing for customers to safely travel between the trains and the station. Trivett expressed an appreciation for the thoughtful aesthetics and design incorporating the history of the station, displaying how the “old and the new blend perfectly together.” According to Todd Stennis, senior manager at Amtrak, they were able to save 30% of the brick from the original platform in the construction project. Stennis gave an overview of Amtrak’s ADA Stations Program, which aims to bring

Amtrak stations into compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements to provide the best possible service to passengers with disabilities. “This is one of many projects that we’re working on around the country, and Amtrak spent over $7 million in Ashland, Virginia investing in this project to make these platforms ADA compliant,” Stennis said. Amtrak has spent $58 million in the last fiscal year to complete 162 ADA projects that brought 16 stations into ADA compliance. Another 41 stations are targeted for completion this fiscal year at a fore-

casted investment of $126 million. The program is advancing 120 station designs and 40 station construction projects as part of Amtrak’s ongoing commitment to providing accessibility for all customers, according to an Amtrak release provided by Kimberly Woods, Amtrak public relations manager. According to Stennis, in fiscal year (FY) 2019 alone, Amtrak served over 1.5 million customers in Virginia. Of those 1.5 million, almost 30,000 passengers came and went from Ashland. He said they aim to bump this passenger number up and believes this new platsee PLATFORM, pg. 9

Grace Christian School honors Dayton and Piland as valedictorian and salutatorian Contributed Report news@mechocal.com Grace Christian School's (GCS) seventh graduation ceremony was held on Saturday, June 4. Emma Grace Dayton received her diploma as valedictorian of the Class of 2022. Ava Catherine Piland was named the class salutatorian. Dayton is the daughter of Rick and Alison Dayton of Mechanicsville. She has been a varsity cheerleader, basketball and volleyball player, a member of student government and the editor of the school newspaper, The Quill and Crown. Dayton departs GCS having earned 23 dual enrollment college credits. Dayton will be attending Liberty University where she received several scholarships, including the Liberty Virginia High Achiever's Scholarship. She will major in political sci-

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ence with a minor in journalism. Her aspirations are to pursue a career that allows her to work personally with others and be involved in public policy. Piland is the daughter of Jethro and Mary Catherine Piland of Mechanicsville. She has attended GCS since the sixth grade. Piland has been a member of the cheerleading and volleyball teams all seven years, serving as captain for both teams.

AVA CATHERINE PILAND Salutatorian

She has also served as a lead vocalist in the GCS praise and worship band, One True King, and was elected as the 2021-2022 president of the GCS student body. Piland departs GCS having earned 15 dual enrollment college credits. She will be attending Liberty University. She has not yet declared a major but has strong interests in exercise science, music and the medical field.

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form project will help. “At the end of the day, your train station is the front door to your community,” Stennis said. “…With that being said, I hope that we have made Ashland’s front door improved to a level that you all certainly enjoy it. It helps grow ridership and it adds value to your community.” Randy Marcus of CSX Transportation and director of state relations for Virginia emphasized the important relationship that CSX has built with the Town of Ashland. “This relationship goes well beyond the tracks just physically running through town,” Marcus said. “Ashland has

embraced the railroad, not just for transportation but a part of the community and its identity and a source of tourism marketing.” He said they will continue to work with local leaders in ensuring safe operations in Ashland. Michael McLaughlin, chief operating officer of VPRA, said they have additional upgrades planned for the station, including the incorporation of a passenger information display system that will notify passengers what time and what side of the tracks their train is coming. He said this project is anticipated to take about two years to complete. Ashland District Supervisor Faye Prichard concluded the ceremony by commenting on

the close-knit community of Ashland. She said all residents of the town are part of a family. “And this right here says we care desperately about our family,” she said. “We care enough about them to take care of them. We care enough about them to make sure that they can safely use every amenity in this town.” “We thank everybody who partnered to do this to make this a safe part of our community as well as an enjoyable part,” she added. Trivett, accompanied by project stakeholders and Town of Ashland staff, cut the ceremonial ribbon in honor of the multi-year platform project’s completion, which was followed by an energetic round of applause.

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BOOKER, Barbara Ann, 85, of Quinton, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. She was preceded in death by her mother, Virginia Reid; husband, Bill Booker; and sister, Betty Simms. She is survived by her children, Chris Christoph (Joy), Nita Schaffer (Hal), Beth Miller (David), Pete Booker (Maria), Mark Booker (Christy); grandchildren, Rick (Susie), Sarah, Josh, Alan (Bianca), Kelly (Seth), Melissa (Corey), Luke (Jess), Megan (Justin), Will (Nicole), Kaitlyn (Troy), Gavin; great-grandchildren, Aidan, Ethan, Bruce, Shep, Emmet, Brody, Cecily, Brecken, Watson and Hugh. She will be missed by all. Barbara was a woman of faith and a prayer warrior for her family, friends and the world around her. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, June 13 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee Davis Rd., where a memorial service was held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Love Like That, Inc. at lovelikethat.org. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

COFFEY, The Rev’d. Dr. E. Allen, age 74, of Mechanicsville, Va., died at home with family by his side on June 9, 2022. He was born on September 13, 1947 in New York City to the late Edward and Rose Flaig Coffey and grew up in Yorkville on the

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upper east side of Manhattan. He was baptized November 16, 1947 at The Church of the Holy Trinity, Manhattan and confirmed on April 24, 1960, by the Rt. Reverend James Stuart Wetmore, D.D. He was educated in grades K-4 at Public School No. 77 Manhattan, New York City and graduated from Trinity School (Episcopal) Manhattan, New York City. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from RandolphMacon College (French and English) Ashland, Virginia, June 1969, a Master in Divinity from The Protestant Episcopal Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia, May 1973 and a Doctor of Ministry from Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Virginia, May 1986. He was ordained deacon at All Saints’ Church, Richmond, by the Rt. Reverend Robert B. Hall, May 26, 1973 and ordained priest at St. Peter’s Parish Church, New Kent, Virginia, by Bishop Hall May 11, 1974. Allen spent his ordained ministry serving parishes in the Diocese of Virginia. He began as Rector of St. Peter’s Parish Church New Kent, Virginia in June 1973, as this colonial parish’s first fulltime and resident rector since the American Revolution. He became Associate Rector, at St. James’s Church Richmond, Virginia August 1988. This was followed in July 1991 by almost 11 years as Rector at Emmanuel Church at Brook

Hill Richmond, Virginia. He then was called as Rector of Abingdon Parish Church in Gloucester County Virginia May 2002 - June 2006, followed by a year as Interim Vicar at Buck Mountain Church in Earlysville, Virginia. His last call was as Rector to St. Paul’s Church in South Farnham Parish Millers Tavern, Virginia in January 2008. He retired from parish ministry in January 2014. Allen served in various leadership roles in the Diocese of Virginia: Registrar of the Diocese 1979 - 2001; Dean of Regions X and XI; member of the diocesan Standing Committee, serving as President and Secretary; Examining Chaplain of the Diocese of Virginia; and President of the Greater Richmond Episcopal Cooperative Ministry. Allen’s other interests included church music as he was an accomplished organist playing for churches during high school and college and well as history, especially of the Diocese of Virginia and its colonial churches. He was a trained mentor for Education for Ministry (EFM) and conducted weekly EFM seminars at several of his parishes. He was an anglophile and established a close relationship with the late Most Reverend and Honorable F. Donald Lord Coggan, the 101st Archbishop of Canterbury, whom Allen escorted during two of the Archbishop’s visits to Richmond, as well as whom Allen visited on a trip to England. During Allen’s retirement, he continued his life long passion and love for model trains and was building a large layout of “Doswell Junction” at the time of his death. Allen is survived by his son, John C.E. Coffey and family (wife, Michelle and their daughter, Megan). He also is

survived by his wife of 20 years, Deborah Waters and her sons, Forrest and David (his wife, Lolly and their sons, Clark, James, and Elliott); as well as by his beloved rescue lab, Sweet Olivia. There will be a funeral at 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 16, at St. Stephen’s Church, 6000 Grove Avenue, Richmond, Va., followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall for the family to greet friends. Masks are requested and encouraged. Interment will be conducted at a later date at Beahm’s Chapel Cemetery in Luray, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial gift to The Living Church P.O. Box 84 Congers, N.Y. 10920, Randolph-Macon College P.O. Box 5005 Ashland, Va. 23005, Lab Rescue of Greater Richmond, P.O. Box 1574 Midlothian, Va. 23113, or a charity of your choice.

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GAULDING, Carolyn Ann, passed peacefully to eternal life promised her by her Savior, Jesus Christ on June 5, 2022, in Henrico County at the age of 74. She has joined her beloved and cherished parents, Aubrey E. Gaulding Jr. and Nolia Woody Gaulding, who preceded her in death. Carolyn lived a full life in a wonderful group home provided by Chamberlayne Baptist Church. Throughout her years, she participated in such things as bowling and field trips across the south. She held several jobs throughout the years and was see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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proud of her accomplishments in spite of her handicaps which never held her back. Her faith in her Lord was unwavering and her recall and knowledge of the Bible was something to behold. She is survived by many cousins and friends she met throughout her life. Many of the women who cared for her thought very fondly of the sweet but spunky woman she became. She will be remembered by her ability to laugh and enjoy life while enduring disabilities that were challenging. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 15, in Oakwood Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. LEWIS, James L. “Lennie” III, 74, of Mechanicsville, Va., passed away June 9, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anne and James Lewis Jr.; and a sister, Sally Caskey. He is survived by his beloved wife Betty Lewis; daughters, Jamie Read (Chris) and Brandee Ferber (Robert); and four grandsons, Will and Jack Ferber and Seth and Landon Read. Lennie enjoyed spending time at their river house, fishing and the great outdoors, but his greatest joy was found in the time he spent with his grandsons. The family received friends from 11 a.m. 1 p.m., Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, where a funeral service

was held at 1 p.m. Interment followed in Hanover Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Carlisle Ave. Baptist Church, 2010 Carlisle Ave., Richmond, Va. 23231, or the American Kidney Foundation, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, Md. 20852. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

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JOHNSON, Woodrow L. Jr., our much loved Woody left us on Saturday, June 4, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Betty; son, David (Lisa); daughter, Karen Anderson (Robert); six grandchildren, Michael, Jon, Jami, Samantha, Katy and John Wayne; and three greatgrandchildren. Woody graduated from John Marshall High School in 1954. He worked in the electrical department of Richmond Public Schools for over 42 years. He was an active member of Carlisle Ave. Baptist Church, serving as a deacon and on many committees. He will be missed by family, friends and his Boston Terrier, Chloe. The family received friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 9 at the Mechanicsville chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee Davis Rd., where a service was held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, June 10, with interment following in Washington Memorial

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UMPHLET, Geraldine Irving, 88, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Monday, June 6, 2022. She was preceded in death by her seven siblings; granddaughter, Melissa Renee Testerman. She is survived by her husband, Albert H. Umphlet; children, Nancy M. Duncan (Jim), Thomas D. Moore (Karen), Barbara A. Smith (Kevin), Dana L. Poole (Nathan), Albert H. Umphlet Jr. (Maria); 11 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. The family received friends from 12 to 2 and 4 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where a funeral service was held at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 13. Interment followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

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New Hanover Presbyterian Church held a ‘Yard Sale for Good’ in offering support to Ukraine.

New Hanover Presbyterian holds yard sale for Ukraine

Photo courtesy of Katrina VanHus VanHuss Robin Edwards is the champion of the New Hanover Presbyterian Church’s ‘Yard Sale for Good.’

Contributed Report news@mechocal.com New Hanover Presbyterian continues its inspiring efforts in gathering the Hanover County community to help struggling populations in Ukraine. The church coordinated with the Hanover County community to hold a feast, a day of prayer, a “Yard Sale for Good” and send a Church Lady Brigade to help a bride who couldn’t find a caterer. With these efforts, the church and the community has raised $20,703 for Ukraine support to date. The Ukrainian Feast conducted in April raised over $13,000 with no set plate price. One donor covered all food costs. Several donors donated multiple times after hearing the inspirational speeches from Ukrainian speakers. The feast’s selection and creation of Ukrainian dishes was led by the church’s chef Tracey Sigmon and logistics led by Katrina VanHuss. The Day of Prayer, championed by Dan Douglas, was held in April. The church simply opened its doors for those wishing to pray. Community members donated over $1,300 and lifted Ukraine in prayer the entire day. The Church Lady Brigade was deployed in May to help a bride unable to find a caterer. The Brigade was led by Tracey Sigmon with Stacey Murrell and Katrina VanHuss in fetch-and-carry mode. The bride made a generous donation of $1,000 to support Ukraine. The yard sale, conducted the first Saturday of this month, raised over $5,000. The remaining goods left over from the yard sale went to local ministries serving people experiencing homelessness.

The Kiwanis Club of Ashland is very proud to announce that Madelyn Stone, a graduating senior at Hanover High School, is this year’s recipient of the Hanover High School Key Club Scholarship in the amount of $4,000. Stone is the daughter of Alyson and Matt Stone who reside on a small hobby farm near Hanover Wayside. They have seven pigs, 17 chickens, 10 ducks, two bunnies, three dogs, a fish and a horse. The recipient has served for the past two years as president of the Hanover High Key Club, Senior Class President,

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a member of BETA, SCA, SODA 7th Up clubs and part of the Richmond fencing club. She will be attending the University of Tennessee (UT) next year to pursue a major in business analytics. In her essay written to the Scholarship Committee of the

Kiwanis Club, Stone states that “being a part of Key Club has allowed me to truly see the impact a group composed of individuals with similar goals can have on improving the world around them… Our world needs people to recognize the power they can have when they gather up and collaborate.” “I believe that volunteering to serve our communities and the people who make them special is a vital part in the health of this nation,” she stated at the end of her essay. The Kiwanis Club of Ashland extends their congratulations to Stone, is sure she will do well at UT and knows they will hear the name “Madelyn Stone” again.

June programs at Mechanicsville area Branch Libraries Atlee Branch Library In-Person Programs Photos courtesy of Thomas Rayner

“We collected approximately $5,000 that will be split between Presbytery Disaster Relief for Ukraine and Re-Establish Richmond,” said yard sale leader and church member Robin Edwards. “But it was more than just the money. The community spirit of so many people filled my heart with love and joy.” “When the day was done, New Hanover Presbyterian Church had helped seven different ministries through money and goods donations,” Edwards added. “The generosity of the treasure hunters was wonderful.” Edwards was appropriately thanked during the church service the next day with an oversized, outdated and unloved brass chandelier of gargantuan proportions. The organizations funded are working directly in Ukraine and with Ukrainian refugees and include World Central Kitchen, Presbyterian Disaster Aid and Re-Establish Richmond. “Our church serves as a coordinating force for good in our neighborhood,” said Robert Johnson, pastor of New Hanover. “We think that is where Christ wants us to stand.”

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Outdoor Family Storytimes at the Atlee Branch Library. Monday, June 27, 10:30 to 11 a.m. and Tuesday, June 21, 4 to 4:30 p.m. 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, June 21, & 28, 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. Summer Reading Kickoff Patio Party at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, June 15, 5 to 7 p.m. All ages welcome. Celebrate the beginning of summer with

a Summer Reading Kickoff Party on the Atlee Patio. Enjoy crafts, fun activities and snacks while signing up for “Oceans of Possibilities,” which is Pamunkey Regional Library's Summer Reading Program 2022. A special short Storytime will be featured. Atlee Anime Club at the Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, June 16, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 12-18. Jointhe Atlee Library Anime Club. Meet teens with similar interests and watch cool shows.

PageTurners Book Club at the Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, June 16, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Ages 18 & up. An in-person, lively book discussion. Title and author to be announced. Pick up a copy of the book while supplies last at the Atlee Branch Library. Juneteenth Program: The Long Walk Home at the Atlee Branch Library. Saturday, June 18, 1 to 3 p.m. "The Long Walk Home: Evolutionary Storytelling for Today's Families” is a Juneteenth presentation with author and speaker Danita see LIBRARY pg. 23

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First graduates of Hanover Fire/EMS paramedic program On June 8, nine young people became the first graduates of the Hanover County Fire/EMS Paramedic Program. Graduating were Timothy Grabham, Kevin Herrity, Robert Insley III, Michael Konvicka, Collin Landrum, Holly Landrum, Jacob Miffleton, Tyler “Jack” Page and Thomas Whitaker, who was the class leader. Herrity was recognized as the class valedictorian and Insley as the honor graduate. These young people completed nine months of training, including over 1,000 hours of training in a classroom setting and over 500 hours of training in a clinic setting. Lucian Mirra was the training supervisor. Mirra said that of the approximately 37,000 Emergency Medical Technicians in Virginia, only about 7,000 are paramedics. Paramedics complete a much more extensive training program and national certification exams to achieve the highest certification level of pre-hospital care provider in the United States.

Miffleton has been assigned to Station 2 (Beaverdam); Colin Landrum, Grabham and Whitaker to Station 3 (Eastern Hanover); Konvicka and Holly Landrum to Station 4 (Doswell); and Herrity, Insley and Page to Station 6 (Henry). Hanover becomes the fifth county in Virginia to have a self-accredited Paramedic Program and is now nationally accredited. The graduates were thanked and congratulated by Jethro H. Piland, Chief of Fire/EMS; and Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chair of the Board of Supervisors. Piland told them always to keep in mind that when they respond to a call, they will be remembered not only for their technical skills but for how compassionate and kind they were in that moment of stress for loved ones and if they engaged with that family and reduced their level of anxiety. Kelly-Wiecek related that three residents of her neighborhood had been saved by Hanover Fire/EMS and reminded them

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The nine graduates of the Hanover County Fire/EMS Paramedic Program are pictured with Lucian Mirra, the program’s training supervisor.

that they had a “special responsibility” always to be representatives of Hanover County.

The graduation ceremony was held in the historic Hanover Courthouse.

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Ashland Strawberry Faire celebrates 40 years!

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Molly Hudson of The Concert Ballet of Virginia was crowned this year’s youth Spirit of the Faire winner. Right, 2020 Hanover Junior Idol Rebekah Turner sings the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ at the start of the Faire.

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Scenes at this year’s Faire included: top center, Maria Fabiato, Kelly Rogers and Abby Cook are ready to enjoy their freshly-picked strawberries from the Ashland Berry Farm stand; top right, the Faire was jam-packed with live performances throughout the day, including a lively Fleetwood Mac tribute performed by Crystal Visions Band at the Blackwell Stage. Center left, Ashland Mayor Steve Trivett sits ready for his plunge into the dunk tank in the spirit of charity as he raises funds for Hanover & King William Habitat for Humanity. Third generation berry farmers Gabby and Lucy Gustafson spent the day selling delicious strawberries freshly-picked from their family’s Ashland Berry Farm. Above insets: Rosie poses ready for kisses at the Faire’s doggie kissing booth with owners Sherri and Dennis Newsome. Ivy Booth spent the day in her strawberry gown after performing in the Faire’s first-ever ‘Strawberry Kids’ Parade along Henry Street. Kendall Hodges takes a rocky ride on the Faire’s mechanical bull ride. Will Habel climbs aboard one of the impressive choppers on display from the Bikers Against Child Abuse volunteers. (Inset left) Kathy Abbott kicks off the Faire’s dunk tank festivities to raise funds for the CJ’s Thumbs Up Foundation.

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when the sky sprinkled occasional rain in the morning, the crowd of festivalgoers continued to grow. Next to longtime vendors, there were a variety of new faces in the string of booths aligning the streets, including R-MC alumna and miniature artist Kara Muller of Little Bit Minis. “There’s a really good

energy here today,” she said, commenting on her joyous first experience at the Faire. She said she will definitely be participating in coming years. Among the new attractions this year included a mobile escape room van provided by RED VEIN Escape. Kitty Barnes said they received “tons of families” eager to try out the five-minute interactive game throughout the day. New visitors raved about

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their first experience at the Faire, marveling at the endless amount of activities and easyto-navigate street layout. “I like that it’s so organized and how they section it off by vendor, so you have different areas and different things to see,” said Jessica Garcia, a Hanover resident. “And I like that it’s animal friendly.” The streets were crawling with furry friends throughout the day, with many even

dressed in strawberry-patterned scarves and outfits in the spirit of the Faire. Visitors also voted for their favorite vendors of the day. His and Her Soap Company was voted fan-favorite for arts and crafts, Funcakes won favorite commercial food and Raise, Inc. Coffee won the favorite for non-commercial food. Molly Hudson of The Concert Ballet of Virginia was crowned this year’s youth

“Spirit of the Faire” winner and Betty La Place received the adult recognition. La Place said she was “totally surprised” when they announced her as this year’s winner and was awarded due to her status as the Faire committee’s longest-serving member of over 30 years. “It’s a really fun thing,” she said, commenting on why she has loved attending the Faire over the decades. “I

mean, you can bring a family and not spend any money at all if you don’t have to. The only thing you pay for is what you buy.” Chidsey said they are always looking for new volunteers and board members throughout the year. For more information on the Ashland Strawberry Faire, Inc. and how to get involved, visit the website: https://ashlandstrawberryfaire.com/.

Ashland Museum presents history of Strawberry Faire By Greg Glassner For The Ashland Museum Many people know the Ashland Strawberry Faire, which celebrated its 40th anniversary June 11, as a colossal street party featuring food, arts and crafts and musical entertainment. Since its very beginning, however, it has meant much more to the local community. This annual event is celebrated by a new special exhibit on the Faire at the Ashland Museum on Hanover Avenue. Many Strawberry Faire board members attended a reception at the museum marking the exhibit opening June 5. In 1981, Ken Gustafson, owner of Ashland Berry Farm, approached Ashland Mayor Dick Gillis and others with the idea of holding a strawberry harvest festival similar to one in Ohio. Those two were joined by Tafi Yourtee, a local thespian and ad rep at the HeraldProgress, John Longmire, Norman Bugge, Linda Alford and others in forming a committee. A scouting party flew to Troy, Ohio in a plane arranged by Frank Hargrove Sr. and came back with the basic concept. In early 1982 a dance at the Randolph-Macon College (R-MC) gym featuring Ron Moody and the Centaurs raised startup funds and the first Strawberry Faire was scheduled in May to coincide with the local strawberry harvest. It was held on the football field at Randolph-Macon College. Committee members and other volunteers brought thousands of strawberries with which to make strawberry shortcake — a staple of all of the Strawberry Faire since. The expressed purpose of that first Strawberry Faire was to

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bring the community together, give civic groups and churches a means of raising funds and the means to showcase the talent of local artists, craftsmen and musicians. The original Faire outgrew the football field and moved onto the main campus of the college in 1988. Later it moved onto Henry Street, which was closed to traffic. Little Miss and Mister Strawberry Faire Pageant was also added as was additional entertainment and food vendors. As the proceeds from booth rentals grew, the Strawberry Faire Committee invested in the community by sponsoring annual scholarships for deserving students at all four Hanover County High Schools, the Technical School and at the college. They honored departed members of the early committee, Tafi Yourtee, former Herald Progress owner Jay Pace, Richard Gillis Jr. and Norman Bugge. Over the years many of the originators of the Faire depart-

ed or passed away and were replaced by new waves of organizers including Mary Claire Coster, long-time event chairperson, and Betty La Place, who is also a member of the Ashland Museum Board, plus many enthusiastic volunteers. The current board members are Sharon Chidsey, president; Bob Flanagan, vice president; Dani P. Stockwell, treasurer; Susan Morrison, secretary; and Kevin Damian; Bill Gatewood; Betty La Place; Judith McKinney; Leon Stockwell; Dan DiCandilo and P.J. Edmond. Lorie Foley is a consultant and Ken Gustafsen, one of the founders, is an advisor. Wanda Cornwell represents the Town of Ashland and John Herron represents R-MC. Bill Hamner is legal representative. Village Bank, the Kiwanis Club of Ashland, R-MC and The Mechanicsville Local and Ashland-Hanover Local are sponsors of the Faire, which returned after a two-year lapse due to the pandemic. For the see ASHLAND MUSEUM, pg. 21

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HAWKS WIN! ... HAWKS WIN! Hanover’s baseball, softball teams cap 2022 seasons with Class 4 state championships

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Hanover’s baseball and softball teams gathered for a group championship photo after the teams won their respective 2022 VHSL Class 4 championships at Riverbend High School Saturday.

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor FREDERICKSBURG — Last year, Hanover’s baseball and softball teams got within reach of their respective state titles. Both lost in their respective championship games in heartbreakers. Those losses inspired the

two teams to leave nothing to chance. They were on a mission to finish what they had started in 2021. When Levi Huesman struck out James Wood’s Brody Brower to cap an 11-0 victory in the Virginia High School League Class 4 state baseball championship game at Riverbend High School, both Hawk teams could

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celebrate a mission accomplished. In 2021, both Hanover teams fell in pitchers’ duels. The Hawk baseball team fell to Broad Run 3-2, while the softball team lost to Amherst 2-0 in eight innings. The players who returned from those seasons knew what they had to do to end up on the winning side.

“It was a long year after last season where we came so close and lost by a run,” said Hanover head baseball coach Tyler Kane. “These guys came out hungry all year. They started working out a week after the season ended. “This team was led by 14 seniors, and as a coaching staff our main goal was to get out

of their way. They knew what they needed to do. They knew all our plays. They knew how to execute. They knew how to play the game fast, at our pace, and they came out all season and they just did it. There were no motivational speeches. There were no trick plays. There was nothing beside those guys just going out and playing the game

as hard as they could.” Hanover’s softball team was not as heavily senior-laden as the baseball team — only four on the roster — yet most of the younger players were veterans of the 2021 campaign. The Hawks had beaten up on their opponents by lopsided margins see HAWKS, pg. 17

Raiders leave nothing to doubt in title win By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor FREDERICKSBURG — It’s been a long time coming. Atlee’s boys lacrosse team had made four previous trips to a Virginia High School League state championship game. Each of those four trips — from 2015-2017 in Class 5A, and 2019 in Class 5 — ended in a one-point loss. The Raiders made their fifth trip to a state championship Saturday, facing off with Dominion-Loudoun County for the VHSL Class 4 state title. This time, they left nothing to chance, crushing the Titans in a 16-4 romp at Massaponax High School to finally claim the championship the Raiders have been so close to claiming for so long. “It feels great,” said Atlee head boys lacrosse coach Fielding Crawford of the win. “Every team in the past has had an opportunity. It has been right there. This particular team obviously seized the opportunity. “I was proud of them, but also proud of those previous teams for setting the culture and setting the expectations for

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Hanover head softball coach Tommy Evans (center) smiles after a job well done following the Hawks’ 1-0 win over Tuscarora in the Virginia High School League Class 4 state softball championship at Riverbend High School Saturday.

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Atlee’s boys lacrosse team rushes to celebrate with alumni and fans after winning the team’s first state championship by overwhelming Dominion 16-4 in the Virginia High School League Class 4 title game at Massaponax High School Saturday.

what it means to be an Atlee lacrosse player.” Crawford said many of those past team members were present Saturday to support their successors. “A lot of them were there on the sidelines with us and were there with the team after,” he said. “They’ll always be part of the program. The team [Saturday], it was important for

them to make their mark, but I’m not sure that happens without those previous teams.” Crawford said that what helped the 2022 team cross the finish line was depth. The Raiders had multiple weapons, giving them an abundance of flexibility and resilience that the previous teams had lacked to some extent. For example, when their

main faceoff specialist, Connor Bade, went down with a dislocated kneecap and torn ACL mid-way through the season, the Raiders had to find a replacement. Several players ably stepped into the breach until a more permanent solution — Jackson Sullivan, who had missed much of the previous two years because of injuries — was found. They also

had to adjust their style of play. “It forced us to look in the mirror and say we’ve got to figure out more ways to be successful than relying upon ‘make it, take it’ lacrosse,” Crawford said. “It was a collective effort, and the guys really bought into it and we figured out how to do that. I think it also calmed us down and, I think, finally what it did was make us value every

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they needed to keep their wits together. Hanover faced a tough Tuscarora squad, led by pitcher Lindsey Mullen, who faced 25 Hawk batters, striking out 10. Junior pitcher Julia Cuozzo was in the circle for Hanover, and she had to stay on top of her game as each inning rolled by with the score knotted at 0-0. That changed in the seventh inning. With one out, Hanover’s Reagan Hill reached on an error and advanced to second on a single to center field by Lilly Parrish. After another out,

Cuozzo stepped to the plate and helped herself, doubling to center field to score Hill. It might have scored Parrish, too, but as an errant throw got away from Tuscarora’s catcher, Hill was called for interference after she scored and Parrish was ruled out. Cuozzo then had to defend a one-run lead to get the win. The bottom of the seventh began auspiciously with a groundout. But Audrey Stelle singled and Mary Hackman reached on a fielder’s choice error. Stelle advanced to third on a Lisa

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much of the year, and for awhile head softball coach Tommy Evans was hoping they would develop the mental toughness to survive intense postseason battles. With the help of some prodding from fellow county teams like Atlee or Patrick Henry, the Hawks seemed to have done just that. When they squared off against Tuscarora in the Class 4 championship Saturday,

rep and every possession.” Atlee has a number of players who can score. “I think, in our E.C. Glass semifinal game, we had nine different scorers,” Crawford said. “This team has ability to score in so many different ways — from transition to settle to, really, just individual effort.” Nevertheless, in the final, the main man was Kevin Miller, who finished with seven goals. “He kind of took the game over, but at the same time, as soon as he starts to garner too much attention, he’s one of the best feeding players I’ve ever seen,” Crawford said. “I think he had four assists.” Crawford also had plenty of praise for his defense. “We gave up the opening goal. Our goaltender kind of got shaded on a screen a little bit. It’s the first minute of the game and they scored a goal and then they didn’t score again until the third quarter,” Crawford said. “[Our defense] is absolutely nasty. If a ball gets on the ground, they’re going to pick it up and turn it into offense on the other end of the field.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

Zorb fielder’s choice. Cuozzo wasn’t rattled. She focused on throwing strikes and got Katherine Scheivert to ground out to Hawk third baseman Bri Michaels to end the game. “I just had to make sure I stayed calm for my team,” Cuozzo said of the seventh inning drama. “I just thought the same thing, just going at the batters, just keeping it to ground balls, and everything would be fine.”

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Atlee girls soccer coach ends career in state semis By Zach Joachim Richmond Times-Dispatch FREDERICKSBURG — Since Atlee High opened in 1991, Bruce Lovelace has been synonymous with Raiders athletics. The retiring girls soccer coach who has led multiple Atlee programs coached his final game Friday after more than three decades at the school, as the Raiders girls soccer team, playing in its first state semifinal in program history, fell to Broad Run (Ashburn) and senior George Mason recruit Mia Casciani 3-0 at Chancellor

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Cuozzo’s coach, Evans, was glad he made sure to take his blood pressure medication that morning. He needed it. “It was a pitchers’ duel the whole way through,” Evans said. “It was a lot of good defense on both sides. … We were just pecking away, pecking away a little bit at a time, and we finally scratched one out right there at the end.” Hanover’s baseball team had its tough moments in its semifinal against Jefferson Forest Friday. Starting pitcher Seth Keller struggled at times, hitting five batters and walking three — yet still finished with 12 strikeouts in five innings of work — and the Hawks had no breathing space until Cannon Peebles hit a grand slam in the third inning. They eventually won 13-3 — Kane referred to it as “the closest 10-run game, it seemed like, ever.” Hanover made sure it was nowhere near close in the championship game against the Colonels, jumping out to a 5-0

High in Fredericksburg. “This was a fun run for him,” Raiders AD Ryan Molloy said of Lovelace’s final season. The Raiders had been to quarterfinals before, Lovelace said, but never to the state’s Final Four. “This has been an amazing year,” Lovelace said, looking around at his players as his team packed their bags, cheered on by the 50-plus traveling, blue-clad supporters. “It’s kind of bittersweet it had to end, but we played a quality team, I love my girls, I couldn’t think of a better group to end it with.”

The Raiders (16-6-1) are built around a senior-laden back line and young, explosive group of forwards. Lovelace said many of his defenders hadn’t played at the back prior to this season, and lauded their growth in new roles. That group includes Audrey Skelton, Anabel Shifflett and Kathleen Miller, vocal communicators and leaders Friday in the face of a stifling Broad Run press. Of Atlee’s underclassmen attacking threats, Lovelace said the Raiders’ future looks bright. Sophomores Brooke Matthews, Brooke Davidson and Georgia

Skelton showed class and creativity on a number of occasions Friday with savvy turns and deft touches to open up the Spartans defense on breakaways. Matthews and Davidson both scored in a 2-0 region final victory over Mechanicsville. But Broad Run (16-7) controlled much of the match with an aggressive press up top and physical play in the back, never giving the Raiders much time to operate on the ball. Casciani scored a brace with a pair of lofted shots that found their way over a backpedaling Raiders keeper and into the

net to lead the Spartans into Saturday’s Class 4 final against Tuscarora (Leesburg) Saturday at 12:30 at Chancellor. Fellow senior midfielder Taylor Reyes scored the final goal on a rocket into the far-left corner from a tough angle with a few minutes to play. “Every time Mia has it at her feet I’m sitting right back just looking, I feel it every single time,” Reyes said of Casciani, a strikingly creative midfielder and captain who was selected to participate in the 2021 Elite Clubs National League National Playoff Showcase and Washington Spirit advanced

development program. Casciani said her first goal, which came with 17 minutes until halftime, set the tone for the rest of the match. Broad Run will face Tuscarora for the fourth time this season, with the Huskies up 2-1 in the series of Northern Virginia foes. “We’ll try to stay focused and just put everything out on the field, play for our seniors, play for everyone on this team, go out, have fun and put some goals in the back of the net,” Casciani said with a grin. Zach Joachim can be reached at zjoachim@timesdispatch. com.

knocking in a pair of runs. Their three-man rotation of Peebles, Marcus Van Alstine and Huesman held James Wood to just one hit. Huesman, who pitched a complete-game loss in the 2021 final against Broad Run, was given the ball in the bottom of the seventh to finish out the 2022 game. “We wanted Levi to have the ball the last inning because he’s been our guy the last two years. He deserved to be in that spot,” Kane said. “For him to get a strikeout to win the state championship was awesome. He finished full circle. He finished the job. It was really cool to watch.” Huesman wasn’t sure it was such an honor at first. “When [Kane] first told me I was going out there, my first words were, ‘You’re going to let me get dogpiled on.’ I was terrified of the dogpile. That was the biggest thing,” Huesman said. “It wasn’t that bad. Being stuck on the bottom of that is not fun. Dave Lawrence/The Local It was my first time, so I was a Hanover’s softball team rushes together in the infield for an energetic group hug after the last out in the Hawks’ 1-0 win over little scared of it. It was good, Tuscarora in the Virginia High School League Class 4 state softball championship at Riverbend High School Saturday. though.” Dave Lawrence can be lead in the second inning and Hawk batters combined for 11 homer in the second inning. Brett Alvis, Chase Hustead and steadily adding runs through hits, with Keller 3-of-4 with Peebles went 2-of-3, with a Owen Deshazo also hit doubles, reached at dlawrence@mechlothe top of the seventh. Nine five RBI, including a two-run double. Anthony Gabello, with Alvis and Hustead each cal.com.

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Mechanicsville Turnpike. Stop by, meet the team, chat with Julie and enjoy some delicious ice cream provided by Early Bird Café.

Tuesday, June 21 The Mechanicsville TEA Party will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. at 6701 Cold Harbor Road in Mechanicsville. It is directly across from the Dollar General store near the intersection of Cold Harbor Road and Creighton Road. The guest speaker will be Tom Redfern III who will be speaking about the idea of holding a Constitutional

Convention as a possible solution to some of the more serious problems the nation is facing. Meetings are open to everyone. Contact Glenn Baker at 804-752-8389 with any questions and leave a message if he does not answer. The Hanover Republican Women’s Club will hold its monthly meeting at Anna’s Italian Kitchen, 7009 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, at 6 p.m. The guest speaker will be Teresa Pregnall, director of Concerned Women for America of Virginia. For additional information about the meeting or becoming a member of the HRWC, contact President Nancy Russell at

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nsrussell29@yahoo.com or visit the website: www.hrwomen.com.

Saturday, June 24 The American Legion Post 175 is hosting a community breakfast from 7:30 to 10 a.m. in the Main Hall of the Post, located at 8700 Bell Creek Drive in Mechanicsville and will feature scrambled eggs, plain or blueberry pancakes, biscuits, sausage gravy, bacon, breakfast potatoes, grits, fried apples, coffee, tea and juice. The cost is $8 per person and all proceeds will go toward the many projects American Legion has for veterans and the youth of the community.

Join the Ashland Museum and the Ashland Parks & Recreation Committee for a morning of learning to “Fish Like Huck Finn” from 9 to 11 a.m at DeJarnette Park, 400 Race Course Street in Ashland. Using bamboo poles and live bait, participants will learn the techniques and etiquette of fishing with a pole and worm. This is for rising second through sixth graders, and advance registration is required. An information and registration form can be found at ashlandmuseum.org or by calling 804-368-7314. A permission/waiver form will be sent after the museum receives your registration and must be com-

Tuesday, June 28

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past two years, the Strawberry Faire has continued to award its scholarships to deserving local students. The 40 Year Anniversary of the Strawberry Faire was celebrated by a new special exhibit at the Ashland Museum at 105 Hanover Avenue. A limited number of copies of the commemorative CD “Ashland Strawberry Faire, 30 Years of Service,” which was produced by the Museum in 2012, are available for purchase at the Museum. For more information, contact the Ashland Museum at ashlandmuseum.org or call 804-368-7314.

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him the logical choice to replace Mr. Daniel.” Then Mr. Waddell, Henry district resident, classmate and friend of John Redd, was the first person to “introduce” him at the public hearing for school board nominations. He later followed up his support with another letter to The Mechanicsville Local in the week of May 11, 2022, urging residents to support this nomination. Why am I so focused on Mr. Waddell in this process? Because he seems the perfect example of the “Hanover Way” and the network of men that control the choices in this county. Mr. Waddell serves on the PlanRVA Commission with Supervisors Peterson and Sean Davis of the Henry District. Seems an awfully cozy arrangement for discussing

potential appointees in my opinion. So, I ask that Hanover residents reconsider the path HCPS are now set on with the appointment of an old Hanover resident that has absolutely zero ties to the school system or the families he is set to represent. He has, in his own words, told us the kind of person he is and his vision for HCPS. From the Richmond TimesDispatch “Meet the candidate: John E. Redd” published May 19, 2022, he said: “I was nominated because I made myself available to serve as a conservative, Christian voice on the School Board… Our freedoms are given to us by God, not by government, but we have been complacent and have let the distractions and ungodliness get a foothold in our society, our government and our schools. We have strayed from godly principles and are reaping the consequences of disobedience.” Last I

checked this is a public school system where there is supposed to be separation of church and state; quite frankly, these are the least concerning of his comments. Given the time I could write a paper on how Mr. Peterson’s justification for nominating Mr. Redd over any of the other candidates really was nothing more than that good old “Hanover Way,” but it won’t change anything. Instead, I will be even more present and involved in what is happening in my community and the school system. There are many of us here in Hanover that want and are fighting for change. The generation of children we are raising are even more focused on making big changes, and I couldn’t be prouder to sit back and watch the revolution of change happen at their hands. Kristin Stevens Mechanicsville

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captain of his school’s cross country and track team. In addition to his athletic involvement, he was a member of the National Honor Society, National Science Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta and the National Beta Club. Aside from his busy involvement in school, Taylor contributed to his community by organizing and helping to run a fundraiser for honey bees. He also assisted in a mental health 5k run that was held at Patrick Henry High School to help raise funds and awareness for mental health. He plans to attend Furman University to pursue a major in chemistry. Looking back on his academic and athletic success, he expressed deep appreciation for the teachers and educators that influenced him throughout high school.

“Without them, there would’ve been no chance that I could have been as successful as I’ve been in both my academic and athletic careers,” he said. “Every lesson that they’ve taught me has been invaluable and I’m just proud to see all the work finally pay off.” Taylor gave special recognition to the faculty who impacted his high school career. “I want to thank specifically Mr. Miller, my film teacher, who has been an amazing role model for my high school years,” he said. “I’d also like to thank Dr. Kupscznk, the smartest person I’ve ever met, who I’m immensely proud to call my teacher. And finally my coach Dobrinski, who has always led me down the right path.” Morin and Taylor will join their fellow Patrick Henry High School seniors in celebration of their high school academic completion on Friday, June 18 at the Farm Bureau Center at the Meadow Event Park in Doswell.

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

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

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN

NAZARENE

Advent Community Church Mechanicsville, 8079 Studley Rd, (804)746.0895 or 746.0279 Worship/Children’s church 10am adventcommunitychurch.com

HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH Home of Atlee Christian Academy & HopeNow Counseling. info & more: www.hopenow.cc

Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:00 & 10:15, Contemporary 9:00, Modern 11:15, Bible School at 9:00, 10:15, & 11:15. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Seth Wortman, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Bill Nicol, Associate Worship Minister; Davis Ellenberger, Youth Minister; Ashley Sears, Children’s Director fairmountcc.org Gethsemane Church of Christ 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike Sunday AM Worship Services (Check website for times) 804-779-2044 Bill Wines, Senior Minister www.gethsemanechristians.org

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

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

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

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Road Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study & Youth Group Wed. nights at 6:00 p.m. Pastor, Stephen Kendrick www.blackcreek.org or call (804)781-0330

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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

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

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Roundtree Green. Registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/9083481. Crafternoon at the Atlee Branch Library. Saturday, June 18, 3 to 4 p.m. For ages 12 and up. An afternoon of teen crafting fun. Introduction to 3D Printing at the Atlee Branch Library. Saturday, June 25, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn about new developments in 3D printing, how to create a 3D file, and create your own custom keepsake. Attendees must be at least 13 years

old, or ten years old if accompanied by an adult. Proficiency using a computer mouse, keyboard and internet is required. Registration required.

Mechanicsville Branch Library In Person Programs Mindful Meditation Class at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Thursdays, to July 7, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adults 18 & up. Would you like more self-awareness, clarity and focus in your life? Need a calm, relaxing environment to have fun and feel more grounded? Join the six-week Mindful Meditation class for beginners, presented by Lynette Kent, meditation teacher.

Hula Dancing Class at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Mondays, June 20 & 27, 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 to dance in. Registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/. Outdoor Family Storytimes at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Mondays June 23, 10:30 to 11 a.m. 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, June 15, 11 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 & up. Bring your ideas for discussion and escape to a world of pure imagination. Adult Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Friday, June 24, 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Ages 18 & up. Enjoy the lively reading of picture books and lighthearted stories. Teen's Full STEAM Ahead Challenge at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Friday, June 24, 4 to 5 p.m. For ages 12 to 18. Join the Mechanicsville Library for some Ocean themed STEAM challeng-

es including building a lighthouse and octopi racing. Fourth of July Duct Tape Wreaths at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Saturday, June 25, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Ages 18 and up. Make Fourth of July inspired wreaths out of duct tape. Take & Make Programs Friday Arts & Crafts: Mother's Day Gift Card Holders at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Pickups start ed Friday, June 3. Ages 18 and up. Stop by the Mechanicsville Branch Library to pick up a kit of supplies and educational materials to make your very own Beach Tile Art, available while supplies last.

HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS CARPENTRY Affordable Home Repairs Carpentry, Roofing, Siding, Replacement Windows, Gutters & Decks. Lic/Ins. BBB A+ Rating! Jim Martin, 804-347-3812

CHIMNEY CLEANING Hanover Chimney Sweeps Serving area since 1981. Ins. Chimney & Gutter Cleaning. 746-1056

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Bernard’s Concrete Services Concrete, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Brick, Sidewalks. Install & repair. Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. References. Call or Text 804-874-9184

Purcell Construction Custom Builder Hunter Purcell 804-972-2215

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ELECTRICAL Affordable Electrical Installations For your home or business. Lic./Ins. BBB 746-4350 www.mallory-electric.com BLS Electrical Specializing in Residential Service, New Residential and also LED Lighting. Affordable pricing Lic/Ins. 804-397-5478 or email at BLSELECTRICAL.LLC@gmail.com Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044

FENCING **Fence Scapes** 559-8797 Custom Wood, Chain-Link, Vinyl, Ornamental Aluminum. www.fencescapesllc.com

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www.PurcellConstruction.Biz Custom Renovations & Homes ∂ Additions ∂ Church Renovations ∂ Decks ∂ Porches∂ Siding ∂ Windows ∂ Barns ∂ Ramps ∂ Insurance Claims ∂ Renovations & MORE! Class A License & Insured ∂ 38 yrs exp ∂ A+ Rating with the BBB & Angie’s List. Don’t Move...Improve!

A BROWN’S HOUSE WASHING ROOF STAINS REMOVAL 804-937-8351 Affordable Quality Wash Homes, decks , sidewalks, etc 804-550-2345 Serving Hanover for 25 years

HANOVER HANDY SERVICES Low Pressure Powerwashing Gutter Cleaning Lic. & Ins. Call 363-8393 www.hanoverhandy.com

LAWN CARE Ground Keepers Lawn Care Your #1 Choice Grass Cutting • Trimming • Hedges Tree Work • Mulching • Aerating • Seeding • FREE Est. • Reasonable Rates Rick Custalow, 804-517-3321 I CUT SMALL TO MEDIUM YARDS, WEEDEATING, MULCHING, TRIMMING BUSHES & TAKE DOWN SMALL TREES. VERY AFFORDABLE PRICES. FREE ESTIMATES. CALL 804-382-4630

PAINTING Affordable House Painting & Repairs Int. & Ext. Painting, Staining, Power Washing, Textured Ceilings, Sheetrock & Wall Papering Lic. & Ins. - Kevin Taylor, 804-241-5016

HOME REPAIR Stanley Home Improvement Repairs inside & outside your home. No job too small! 25 years experience. Licensed & Insured Ken 804-262-8845 Herring Home ImprovementWindows, Decks, Sheds, Repairs Licensed & Insured. Call 537-5755

Outdoor Outlaws Lawncare mowing, edging, weed eating, flower beds , mulching & other seasonal landscaping. Commercial & Residential, Licensed & Insured. Tyrice 804-839-5819 Pole Green Lawn Care, LLC. Providing mowing, hedge trimming, and mulching services. Please call or text Jarrod 804-514-8214 Short Cuts Landscape LLC All your Landscaping & bush hogging needs! Driveway Grading Available Licensed / Insured Free Estimates Call 804-218-8780

TREE SERVICE Pay it Forward Tree Service Tree, Lawn & Handyman Serv. Storm Damage, Stump Grinding & Log Splitting. Credit Cards Accepted. Free Est. Ins. 387-3434

STUMP REMOVAL

PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352

PLUMBING Gary’s Plumbing Repair Service. Lic./Ins. 218-1467

STUMP GRINDING 804-387-5797 Mechanicsville

TILE PCT Remodeling Tile / Kitchens & Baths Free Est. Licensed & Insured. Call 264-9352

30+ Years of Local Experience Financing Options Available NOW!! Residential & Commercial Repairs, Storm Damage, Standing Seam Metal & Copper, Gutter Installation Class A Licensed - Fully Insured Call Us Today For Your Free Estimate Mechanicsville: 804-559-4144 Northern Neck: 804-435-4044 Website: https://mrcva.com The Locals Choice Winner 2017-2020 Davidson Roofing Co. Residential Roofing & Repair Specialists. Lic/Insured GAF Master Elite Contractor BBB /Free Estimates 804-672-0540 www.davidsonroofing.com

Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, etc. No Job too BIG or small. Lic/Ins. Free Estimates.

TREE SERVICE

Paul Brown Plumbing - in Business Since 1983. New Residential, Light Commercial, Renovations, Additions & Service. We do it all! Senior Citizen Discounts. For free estimate, 746-5030

ROOFING

LAWN CARE PLUS - Complete Lawn Care & Landscaping LEAF REMOVAL We offer Curbside & Full Service Leaf Removal! Fully Lic/Ins. Free Estimates 730-2367

Roofing - All Types of Installation & Repair. 40+ years of experience. Licensed / Insured. BBB A+ Rating! Jim Martin 804-347-3812

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

GUTTER Gutter Specialist Seamless Gutters, Guards, Cleanings & Repairs, 21 yrs. exp. Lic/Ins. Free Est. Stronghold Construction 804-218-1136

ROOFING

Tree & Shrub Pruning, Removals, Stump Grinding. Health/Risk Assessments. Insured. Free Estimates. 804-779-2170 Certified Arborist and MD LTE 24 Hour Emergency Storm Service Trimming, Topping, Tree & Stump Removal. Firewood. Lic. & Ins. / Res. & Comm 804-937-3671 William A. Silva Jr., Owner/Operator Bernard’s Tree Service Tree Removal, Stump Grinding, Landscaping, Cleanout, Mulching, Planting & More! Free Est. Licensed & Insured References. Call or Text 804-874-9184

Full Service Tree Company. (Removal, trimming, topping, stump grinding & firewood bundle delivery) Offering free estimates and providing fully insured work.

Tree & Stump Removal ∂ Lot Clearing ∂ Brush Removal Topping & Trimming Insured Free Estimates 804-730-0600

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Monday, July 4 The Hanover Concert Band is performing around 11 a.m. at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center following the annual parade down Railroad Avenue in Ashland. The time is subject to change. For more information, visit the website: https://hanoverconcertband. org/see-hear-us/.

Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, June 22, 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:

Ongoing

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

Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions One Stop Shop (MCEF OSS) is open for food, clothing and linens from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at 7235 Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville (rear parking lot). The shop is available for residents in the 23111 and 23116 zip codes with identification and proof of residency.

Saturdays Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland Campus, located at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland 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 804270-9626.

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. Visit www.allsoulsva.org. A Healing and Recovery SS Class meets at 9 a.m. at the

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

SE2022-00008, WINDING BROOK INDUSTRIAL JV II, L.L.C. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-336 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a structure that exceeds 45 feet in height (maximum height permitted within the M-2 zoning district) and Section 26-199 to permit loading spaces in the front yard within the U.S. Route 1 Overlay District on GPINs 7788-53-2658, 7788-62-3398, and 7788-63-3346, consisting of approximately 43.49 acres, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, and located on the west line of Lakeridge Parkway (State Route 782) approximately 0.70 miles south of Lewistown Road (State Route 802). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna 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 SE2022-00003, MWW REALTY CORP. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-337 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to allow an exception to the industrial buffer requirements on GPIN 8705-21-7388, consisting of approximately 4.11 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 1482). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy 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 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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Public Notice Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, June 22, 2022 2:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building at Hanover Courthouse, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a Regular Board Meeting.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set June 22, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing concerning the conveyance of an easement to Dominion Energy on the property designated as GPIN 7881-15-1901 in the Beaverdam Magisterial District. All persons desiring to be heard above may appear at the stated time and place. Copies of the subject quitclaim are available for inspection at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set June 22, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing concerning the quitclaim of an access easement on the property designated as GPIN 7881-29-3011 in the Beaverdam Magisterial District. All persons desiring to be heard above may appear at the stated time and place. Copies of the subject quitclaim are available for inspection at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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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 804-746-5081 or contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com. Outside the Walls, a Narcotics Anonymous group, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey Regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. Contact John Shinholser, McShin president, 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 midDecember, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland, just south of U.S. 54. Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. 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 804496-6093 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 804-3666524 or email mjfaith1@ gmail.com. New Highland Baptist Church hosts open basketball gym time for adults in the Christian Life Center (CLC) starting at 7:30 PM. The church is located at 9200 New Ashcake Road in Mechanicsville. Use the side back entrance to enter. Contact Jeff Fitzgerald at jkfitzgerald@comcast.net with any questions. Civil Air Patrol, Hanover Squadron, meets Thursdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fairfield Presbyterian Church, 6930 Cold Harbor Road, in Mechanicsville. CAP is an awesome program for youth, ages 12- 21, as well as for adults who care about young people and want to help train America’s next

generation of Leaders. You’ll find cadet life exciting if you enjoy Flying, Leadership Training, Model Rocketry, Earning Rank & Awards, and much more. For more information, visit hanover.vawg. cap.gov. You can also call or email Capt James Wright at 804-551-3354 or james. wright@vawg.cap.gov.

Fridays The Building Bridges group of Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. The group’s mission is to bring a message of hope and recovery to those suffering from addiction issues. They meet on Fridays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mechanicsville United Methodist Church, 7356 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, visit rvana.org.

Second Mondays The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a. m. to noon at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Road in Mechanicsville. It is one of several groups in the Richmond area that crochets, knits, sews, and quilts gifts for the American Red Cross to distributed to those in need. Since its inception, the WEB has donated over 153,000 gifts locally, nationally and globally. If you can make it, the WEB can use it. There are so many organizations in need of help. For more information, call Laurie Wagner at 804-781-0338.

Third Mondays Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who 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 804-7469073. The Hanover County Community Services Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at 12300 Washington Hwy. in Ashland.

Fourth Mondays The FeedMore Mobile Food Pantry will be distributing food from 10 to 11 a.m. at the First Shiloh Baptist Church at 8150 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. 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 804-365-6746 or Heidi at 804-365-6769.

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.

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 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.

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Continuing his winning streak, Allen Harper is shown with the first Hanover tomato on May He has produced the first Hanover tomato the past few years.