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Bailout move tops informational talk County officials, NAACP, Democrats share opinions on Voting Rights Act request

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

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Hanover County registrar Teri Smithson conducted an informational meeting on voting issues, including the county’s request to be removed from Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act.

Hanover County registrar Teri Smithson and county attorney Sterling Rives covered a wide variety of voter related issues at an informational meeting on Saturday at the county’s administration building.

Not surprisingly, the subject receiving the most discussion was the county’s recent decision to move forward with a bailout request removing the

county from pre-clearance U.S. Justice Department guidelines.

When the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was passed ensuring every American equal access to the polls, nine states were targeted for pre-clearance requirements because of past problems with minority voting.

Virginia was included in that list, and localities are required to receive Justice Department pre-clearance on any and all voting changes, including precinct moves or adjustment of hours of opera-

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“Today, I cannot hold a voter registration drive without mailing the Department of Justice. You have to be pre-cleared for that,” Smithson said.

Smithson said the process requires “tons of paperwork” and costs county taxpayers needless dollars. Section 5 also delays electoral actions in some cases.

Originally installed to ensure localities adhered to the Voting Rights Act, the pre-clearance requirements are not necessary in Hanover County, according

to Smithson.

More than 25 counties in Virginia have applied for and received an exemption from the requirements, citing no voting violations or election infractions for decades.

“The Justice Department itself recognizes that localities and jurisdictions who have a good voting rights record should be able to be exempted from this first step,” Rives said. see VOTING, pg. 4

Officials get whirlwind schools’ tour

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

Jim Ridolphi for The Local

Dale Earnhart Jr. addressed students at Patrick Henry High School last week and told the students to stay in school and emphasized the importance of education. Story on page 7.

Just under 18,000 students made their way to Hanover County’s 25 schools for the first day of school last week, and Dr. Jamelle Wilson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools; Hanover County School Board chair Ann F.H. Gladstone and communications specialist Linda Scarborough made a stop at each and every county campus to welcome students.

For the mid-point of the tour, they visited Hanover High School.

Wilson said it had been a successful first day, despite the

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Hanover County School Board chair Ann F.H. Gladstone, left, in the back; Dr. Jamelle Wilson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools; and Hanover principal Dana Gresham mingle with students as they exit lunch at Hanover High School.

normal opening session jitters.

“I couldn’t sleep last night just like the way it was the first year I was a teacher,” she said.

“It’s been an incredible morning, and there’s an incredible energy in all of our schools,” Wilson added as she completed her eleventh tour of the busy day.

After 22 years in public education, Wilson is more than familiar with the opening day routine, and said she appreciates the excitement of students and teachers.

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The award was established by the United States Senate in 1982 for organizations that exhibit exemplary performance.

Virginia’s effort, patterned after the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, is the oldest continuous state program of its kind.

U.S. Senators James Webb and Mark Warner, both D-Va., serve as honorary chairs of Virginia’s SPQA Program.

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and the District of Columbia.

Individuals selected to serve as Examiners meet high standards of qualification and peer recognition.

All members of the board must attend rigorous training in the evaluation and scoring processes based on the Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence.

Scott Dehetre was recognized for her service as a member of the 2012 SPQA Board of Examiners onTuesday, Sept 10, in Richmond at a reception held in conjunction with the annual Virginia Forum for Excellence.

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Aug. 28

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road.

Aug. 29

Unknown suspect(s) damaged vehicles at a location on Pole Green Road.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on New Bethesda Road.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect assaulted a victim at a location on Chamberlayne Road.

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Suspect stole items from a location on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect assaulted victim at a location on North Mayfield Lane

Two suspects were found in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect damaged victim’s property at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect struck the victim’s vehicle and fled the scene at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect assaulted victim at a location on Deborah Drive.

Suspect used victim’s information without permission at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect damaged property at a location on Library Drive.

Suspect stole items from a location on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect struck victim’s vehicle and fled the scene at a location on Lee Davis Road.

Aug. 30

Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Harris Field Road.

Suspect sold alcohol to an underage buyer at a location on Pole Green Road.

Suspect stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road.

Unknown suspect(s) stole items from a location on Air Park Road.

Aug. 31

Unknown suspect(s) struck vehicle and fled the scene at a location on Bell Creek Road.

Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Ivy Banks Drive.

Suspect found driving on Mechanicsville Turnpike after having been declared a habitual offender.

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Suspect assaulted victim at a location on North Mayfield Lane.

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Suspect violated a protective order at a location on Pebblepath Parkway.

Sept. 3

Suspect stole items from a location on Pole Green Road.

Suspect stole items from a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Unknown suspect damaged victim’s property at a location on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect assaulted a juvenile at a location on Mill Valley Road.

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In his 25 years as county attorney, Rives said none of the county’s pre-clearance applications have been denied or found to have discriminatory motives or results.

Even with the Saturday morning schedule, about 75 citizens showed up for the meeting and voiced concerns regarding the county’s request.

Some speakers couldn’t understand the lack of communication between the Board of Supervisors who took the initial action to begin the process of “bailout” and the county’s NAACP chapter and the local Democratic Committee.

Mechanicsville District supervisor Canova Peterson said that was partially his fault. He said he had met with NAACP president Robert Barnette.

“He told me that he didn’t think his group would support the move,” Peterson said.

He said he didn’t realize that Barnette had removed himself from the office of chair of the local Democratic Party to accept the NAACP position.

Both of those groups registered their formal opposition at Saturday’s meeting.

“For the record, we oppose Hanover going forward with a bailout at this time,” Barnette said. “Number one, we feel like it would restrict minority citizens in having a say in the process of not only redistricting changes and ID (identification) laws, but incremental changes. This pre-clearance also affects if you want to change the time of when we vote.”

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apprehension just because it’s the first day of something new,” she said. “You know to expect the unexpected and be ready to respond.”

Gladstone said the tour was strategically designed to include a visit to every county school while keeping it non-invasive.

“It’s been a whirlwind tour.

We only spend a few minutes at each school because we want to get to them all,” she said. “We don’t want to disrupt the schedule. We just want to share and

cess. We have been shut out for too long,” Barnette said.

Rives told the group that removal from the pre-clearance requirements does not remove any of the Voting Act’s requirements, and disenfranchised voters will still have the same avenues of appeal and complaint.

Smithson agreed. “We will always be under the Voting Rights Act. Section 5 is a very small part of that,” she said. “There will still be oversight. The Department of Justice does not take this lightly when you apply for bailout.”

Rives also said he’s been advocating for the move for 10 years. “I thought it would be a feather in Hanover’s cap if we were one of the first Virginia localities to qualify for the exemption,” he said. “I’m proud of more recent history we have here in Hanover.” He also said that previous boards felt the timing was wrong.

Smithson said citizens would still have input in redistricting in public meetings and hearings held throughout the county during that process.

Many in the audience expressed a desire to leave the guidelines in place and said the extra paperwork is “just part of the job.”

Barnette, who voiced his group’s opposition to the plan, said a main concern was the lack of communication. “Come talk to us and get our opinion and then go through the process if you think it’s necessary,” Barnette said following the meeting. “As you saw today, people think it’s an erosion of their voting rights.”

Moving forward, Barnette said he would attempt to raise awareness on the proposed plan. “We are going to engage our citizens.

The Hanover NAACP has Democrats, Republicans and Independent voters and

drink in some of what’s going on,” Gladstone said.

Dr. Dana Gresham could relate to the opening day anticipation, as she was midway through her first opening day as Hanover High’s new principal.

Halfway through the day, she said she was pleased with the relatively business as usual atmosphere at the school.

“It’s been quiet and routine,” she said. “The kids came in ready to get down to business and the teachers are well prepared, so it’s been a great first day,” Gresham said.

She said the real preparation

we are going to make sure that they are aware of the entire issue.”

Smithson took advantage of the informational meeting to cover and explain Virginia’ new voter ID law, the role of poll watchers, election laws and other voting and registration issues She said voters will be required to show identification in the upcoming election, but that requirement could be satisfied in a variety of ways.

Acceptable forms of ID are: ✓ Virginia voter registration cards. ✓ Social Security card. ✓ Virginia driver’s license. ✓ Concealed handgun permit. ✓ Any ID issued by a government agency of the Commonwealth. ✓ Valid state student IDs. ✓ Employer ID cards with photos. ✓ A copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check or paycheck stub.

Smithson said she is expecting a heavy turnout for the Nov. 6 general election.

Any voter can be challenged regarding identification at the polls, but will be still be allowed to fill out a provisional ballot. They would be required to verify their identification with the Board of Elections within three days of the election.

“Is there a law to keep that poll worker from illegitimately challenging eligible voters over and over again?” Joe O’Connor asked.

Smithson said the precinct chief would handle those situations.

Rives stressed the bailout procedure is a long and detailed process that would probably take over a year. The proposal will require additional public hearings and informational meetings.

takes place in the summer. “As a principal, I think the challenges are in the weeks leading up to today. The teachers have done a great job getting ready,” Gresham said. “Much of that preparation is done in July and August.”

The group visited 23 schools on Tuesday, Sept. 4, and finished the tour Wednesday morning.

Also visiting the Hanover High campus were Board of Supervisors chair Ed Via and School Board member Hank Lowry. Gresham gave the two Ashland District representatives a tour of the school.

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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor

LETTERS

A four-letter word being used too often

| Reader Views

Is it just me or does this election cycle seem more vicious than those in recent years? What’s especially disturbing is the word hate is being used all too often — and, surprisingly, by some who cite faith-based lives and family values.

So, how does hate work into a political platform and encourage voters to support candidates who freely use a word that carries such harm?

Maybe this is a “thinking out loud” moment. Personally, I find it alarming and unacceptable behavior to practically boast about hating anyone.

Granted, we have enemies in other parts of the world and our great nation strives to improve the lives of people around the globe by confronting and/or attacking those who would cause unnecessary pain to the innocent. I do not and will not discuss my political beliefs. While some have claimed we are not fair or balanced based upon the opinions of our readers in letters to the editor, we — as a newspaper publication — are diligent in remaining neutral and unbiased. Letters to the editor are the opinions of those who write and submit. Enough said on that.

No, it isn’t about what I think or claim to know. It’s just frightening when people who either are leaders or are trying to attain that status freely and arrogantly say they hate a candidate. We’re still the United States of America. And being united means being one. The division we are seeing in this campaign can and will send the wrong message to those we view as threats.

Be heard, be involved, be a part of the process. Most of all, be a voter.

But don’t be a hater.

If you don’t agree with a candidate’s platform or performance, then cast a ballot for his/her opponent. That is your right and one we should not take for granted. Voting is a privilege and we must accept it accordingly.

Again, hate isn’t the word or the direction we need or want for our country and its future.

In closing, we must extend our sincerest condolences to the family of Oscar Watson. The Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department and Hanover County share this loss. The man who brought us the Hanover Tomato Festival will be missed.

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4. Another disturbing thing is this end-of-the-world Rapture mentality that, supposedly, all of this bad stuff we’re currently fielding as a nation is God’s plan for the ages and that there’s nothing we can do about it. I’m sure glad our predecessors didn’t look at the gargantuan junk they were facing during times of oppression and upheaval and say, “Oh, well. The Rapture must be right around the corner.”

No, what they did was think, work, pray and fight. And guess what, end-of-the-world Christians? They yielded up this grand experiment in self-governance, that’s what.

The Church needs the Biblical rebel spirit of our founders injected back into the evangelical mix instead of this squishy, compliant stuff that’s currently cranking through our pulpits and pews. God help the Church to lose its cowardly bent in these critical days. Amen.

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According to a recent poll, Congress’ approval ratings match an all-time low, approval of the federal judiciary is sinking, and the administration’s approval ratings remain under 45 percent.

With business owners, the administration’s approval Unlike America’s original rebel Christians who dumped rating is closer to 35 percent, especially due to the threat of the Brits’ taxed tea into Boston Harbor, today’s evangelicals, even higher taxes as ObamaCare’s provisions continue to especially the ministers who love to be loved, would have be implemented.

But Americans’ growing concerns also arise from the folded like cheap suits before British oppression.

We’re a timid mouse compared to our founding foresee LETTERS, pg. 8 fathers.

Here are four reasons why today’s evangelicals would have folded during the American Revolution: 1. We’ve got stacks of do-gooders who are turning the other cheek to political abuse and generational theft.

The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of 2. A lot of evangelicals would rather live as government interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your slaves than live and die as free men. Some do it out of sinful address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to slothfulness, completely passive and thus complicit in the edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be face of evil. published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers 3. Others, especially in the ministry, won’t say squat and not The Mechanicsville Local. about our political squalor because it’ll offend the emoSend letters to: tional members of their congregation and thereby jack with The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, their weekly offerings. Here we are during one of the most Mechanicsville, VA 23111 crucial elections of our lifetime, and ministers don’t (or Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com won’t) address these issues. Wow. Where are you?

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Dale Jr. at PHHS: stay in school

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local The dream lives on.

Dale Earnhart, Jr. told students at Patrick Henry High School last week that there’s only one profession he’d be willing to trade his successful NASCAR career for. “I wanted to be a football player so bad,� he said. “I’d still consider trading in my career for even a mediocre 15-year career in the NFL,� he joked Race week enthusiasm hit a fever pitch when the NASCAR driver visited the Ashland campus on Thursday.

Local members of the National Guard, the primary sponsor of his #88 race car, accompanied Earnhart, 37, one of the sport’s most popular drivers.

After posing with a long line of admirers and fans, Earnhart addressed a packed gymnasium of enthusiastic students, didn’t dodge a single inquiry, and

offered some good advice for his young fans.

He told the group one of his biggest regrets was his failure to excel in high school. Earnhart said the lack of academic focus limited his options for college.

Fortunately, Earnhart was the son of legendary NASCAR legend Dale Sr., and racing provided a successful career path for him.

A burning desire for speed and a determination to drive before the 16-year-old age limit led Earnhart Jr. to the track. “When I was about 12 years old, I knew it would be four more years before I could get my driver’s license,� Earnhart said. “I was begging my dad to let me race go-karts, but he just didn’t have the time.�

He said it dawned on him when he was watching television and lamenting the long wait in front of him before he could legally drive. “I decided right there that I wanted to be a race car driver.�

Having a globally recognized name that opened some doors and possessing a solid work effort made that dream come true for Earnhart.

That love continues today, and when asked what his favorite thing about racing is, he said,� For the most part, you get to drive fast, travel, and meet a lot of people.�

Earnhart travels to high schools across the nation as part of a National Guard-sponsored program to support education.

After dozens of NASCAR races, Earnhart said he still feels the butterflies every time he straps in. “Every time I’m in the car, I feel like every lap you are judged by how you perform,� he said. “I can’t escape this fear of failure. I don’t fear the danger or the safety. I thought that would go away, but, if that goes away, then you don’t care. Every time I get in the car, I can’t relax.�

Patrick Henry director of

student activities Matt Crowder presented Earnhart with a Patriot football helmet to add to his collection. The driver said he has an extensive collection of helmets from high school, college and NFL teams.

Speaking of the NFL, Earnhart displayed no hesitation in expressing his allegiance to the Washington Redskins.

He’s a lifelong fan who still dreams of one day suiting up for the local favorites.

When asked about people who have inspired him in life, Earnhart listed his father first, but several old time “Hogs� were second.

After the assembly, Earnhart fielded questions from Patrick Henry’s communications related classes and expounded on his academic shortcomings. “If I made a ‘C,’ I knew I wouldn’t get in trouble at home, so that’s all I had to do,� he said. “I didn’t think I needed to make see DALE JR., pg. 15

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The program helps residents have an awareness of what to do and how to be informed about hazards and emergencies. It will focus on how to become self-reliant for three days by getting a kit, making a plan, and staying informed.

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damage this administration and Congress have inflicted on our Constitution and its restrictions on the federal government’s power.

In recent decades, time and time again, we have watched legislative processes being short-circuited by radical factions of congressional leadership working in concert with administration arm-twisters.

One trend is particularly alarming: Through executive orders enforced by government agencies, presidents have grant-

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ed the Executive Branch the right to control transportation, communication, immigration, and natural resources – all without Congress or the American people putting up viable resistance.

We are approaching a Constitutional crisis and this is a major part of the reason why Americans are so disenchanted with the overall leadership of our country.

These days, it seems that the rules apply to the people and the states, but not the federal government!

We need to demand our elected officials uphold

their promise to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic, and demand the restoration of constitutional authority, accountability, transparency, and respect for the rule of law by our elected officials!

In recent years, we have repeatedly witnessed the radicals in power in all three branches of federal government run roughshod over the Constitution, the rule of law, and the clear will of the American people.

This must be stopped! Your next big chance comes Nov. 6, 2012! Be there!

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HABCC annual dinner set Sept. 19

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he Annual Dinner & Membership Meeting of the Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19, at the Islamorada Restaurant at Bass Pro Shops at 11550 North Lakeridge Parkway in Ashland.

A slate of candidates to replace retiring board members and officers for the following year will be presented by the HABCC Nominating

National Night Out in Fox Head

Committee.

The evening also includes a review of the past year by the current president and initiatives for the coming year by the incoming president.

Registration and social will get underway at 6 p.m., with the buffet dinner starting at 6:45 p.m.

The membership meeting and program will begin at 7:45 p.m.

Village Bank is the sponsor for the annual dinner meeting.

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Del. John Cox, R-55, presents a commendation from Virginia’s House of Delegates to Jonathan Robert Humphries for earning the rank of Eagle Scout at his Eagle Court of Honor. Jonathan is a member of Montpelier Boy Scout Troop Troop 706. Cox said, “Only four of every 100 scouts ever achieves this extraordinary milestone and they will no doubt become tomorrow’s leaders in our community.” Jonathan has started his freshman year at Old Dominion University.

The homes of Hoof Circle in the Fox Head subdvision hosted a National NIght Out Block Party on Tuesday, Aug. 7. Laura Wright coordinated and John Parrish grilled all the hot dogs. About 90 residents attended and participated. One of Hanover County’s fire companies allowed the children to climb on and through a fire truck, which was described as a huge hit, along with the massive 500-plus water balloon war thath delighted all. McGruff the Crime Dog paid a visit and posed for photos.

Shown are, from left, special guestsJames Blackwell, firefighter; Cody Jastram, firefighter; Scott Spradlin, Hanover County Sheriff’s Office; Barry Shalowitz, motorist assistant; McGruff; Jerry McGrew, motorist assistant; Jim Legg, Sheriff’s Office; Larue Levan,Sheriff’s Office; Jessica Aliottim Explorer and McGruff’s assistant.

Pamunkey Woman’s Club meeting to address literacy in the classroom The Pamunkey Woman’s Club will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 17, at the Mechanicsville Library.

Helen Barrett, reading specialist at Washington-Henry Elementary School,

will discuss literacy in the classroom and the Book Buddy Program for at-risk readers.

For more information about the meeting or becoming a member of the

Pamunkey Woman’s Club, contact Barbara Jacks, membership chairman, at 804746-3294 or visit the club’s website, www.

PAMUNKEYWC.org.

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He was an avid golfer and shared his love of golf and racpeacefully on September 3, 2012. He was preceded in death ing with his family. His wife by his parents, Michael Bonelli of 59 years, Dorothy, preceded Jr. and Janice Beal Bonelli; and him in death in 2009 in Sterling. infant sisters, Janice Marie and Doug is survived by their son, David and his wife, Margo of Mary Ann. He is survived by his brothers, Michael Lawrence Mechanicsville; grandchildren, Thomas, Matthew and Steven (Jo Ann), of Mechanicsville and their wives. He also is surand Phillip Allen Bonelli of vived by six great-grandchildren Mascotte, Fla.; nieces, Debra and numerous nieces and nephNicole Bonelli of Lakeland, Fla., ews. A private service will be and Janice Marie Nolte of New held with interment at Quantico Kent; nephew, Christopher National Cemetery. Doug was Michael Bonelli of Mechanicsa member of the American ville; great-niece, Emma Nicole Legion Post 175. In honor of Thurston; aunt, Marceille his service during World War Dillon; many cousins; and a II as a Navy SeaBee, memorial lifelong friend, Steve Thomas. contributions may be made to The family received friends the American Legion. Online from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, condolences may be made at Sept. 6, followed by a Christian bennettfuneralhomes.com.

Wake Service at 7 p.m. at the Catholic Church of the Redeemer at 8275 Meadowbridge Ashley Brooke DunRd. in Mechanicsville, with the nevant, born December 27, 1979, went to be with the Lord Rev. James Begley officiating.

August 30, 2012. Ashley was Interment at a later date. Arborn with Down syndrome rangements by Bliley’s Staples and underwent multiple Mill Chapel.

Douglas W. Dillard, 85, medical procedures during her passed away peacefully August lifetime, including three years 31, 2012, in Mechanicsville sur- of chemotherapy and radiarounded by his family. Doug tion for acute lymphoblastic moved to Mechanicsville to be leukemia. She attended special with his family after retiring education classes through Ha-

William Patrick Bonelli of Richmond died

nover County Public Schools, finishing the requirements for a special education diploma in 2000. She was a participant in the Day Support Program at A Grace Place since 2006. Ashley had the loving support of many friends and family members and she brought laughter and joy to those who knew her best. Ashley is survived by her mother, Janet Dunnevant of Mechanicsville; her father, Donald A. Dunnevant (Rizaline) of Gaithersburg, Md.; grandfather, Emmett D. Dunnevant of Ashland; sisters, Rebecca McNicol (Ruaridh) of Mechanicsville and Lauren Dunnevant of San Diego, Calif.; brother, Sean Dunnevant of Gaithersburg, Md.; niece and nephew Ava and Cameron McNicol of Mechanicsville; uncles, Charles Rady Harmon of Mechanicsville and William Barry (Linda) Harmon of Richmond; aunts, Linda Schwartz (Bill) of Ashland and Paula Roop (Ron) of Henrico; uncle, Doug Dunnevant (Pam) of Henrico; and many loving cousins. The family received friends at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road.

A celebration of Ashley’s life was held at the Mechanicsville

Baptist Church at 8016 Atlee Road. Interment was private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in Ashley’s name to ASK (Association for Study of Childhood Cancer) at MCV, P.O. Box 990121, Richmond, Va. 23298-0121, or A Grace Place, 8030 Staples Mill Road, Richmond, Va., 23228.

Evelyn Moseley Wilkinson Edwards, 90, of Mechanicsville passed away peacefully at her home, Covenant Woods, on September 5, 2012, where she has lived since July 2001. She was born in Richmond on February 10, 1922, to the late Ralph Moseley and Sara Wash Wilkinson.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased in 2000 by her husband of 52 years, Waring Lewis Edwards. Prior to returning to Richmond in 1977, she lived at the Island Farm in King William for most of her married life. She is survived by two children, Gail Edwards Rucker of Richmond and Kenneth Waring Edwards (fiancee, Suzanne Adcock) of Peoria, Ill.; three grandchildren, Brandon (Lindsay) Edwards of see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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Hanover Health and Rehab is the premier post-acute physical therapy provider for Hanover and the surrounding areas, and The American Red Cross is the blood provider to 108 medical facilities in Virginia. Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center and HCA Hospitals are included in that figure. Currently, the American Red Cross blood supply inventory is at a 15-year low and donors are critically needed. Please consider participating with Hanover Health and Rehab in its commitment to helping our community with this life-giving opportunity.

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He retired from the Division of Motor Vehicles in 1995 and Continued from pg. 10 explored his passion for travelBluffton, S.C., Kirsten Edwards ing by becoming a travel agent.

He is survived by his wife, Sara (John) Messinger of Ellicott City, Md., and Kendall Edwards Seay; two sisters and spouses, (Bill) Casey of Alexandria. She Johanna and Billy Atkinson was an active volunteer with 25 and Judith and Don Smith; years of service with the United children and spouses, Pam Methodist Family Services. The and Norm Howland and Kim and John Tschantre; grandfamily received friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, September 9, children, Josh Hutto, Danielle Myers, Britney Myers, Zachary at B.W. White Funeral Home and Luke Tschantre. He was a in King William. Graveside charter member of the Hillcrest services were held at 11 a.m.

Baptist Church and helped to Monday, September 10, at the construct the original building Jerusalem Christian Church using his skills in woodworkCemetery in King William. A Celebration of Life service was ing. A memorial service was held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Sep- held Monday, September 10, tember 10, at Covenant Woods. at Hillcrest Baptist Church at 11342 Hillcrest Rd. in MechanThe family is grateful to the icsville. dedicated staff at Covenant Woods Health Care for their compassionate care. In lieu Pamela Lynn Goof flowers, donations may be odrich, passed away from made to the Virginia Voice or this earth on September 7, 2012 to the United Methodist Family to be with her heavenly father.

Services.

She leaves behind her loving husband, Skip Goodrich; their James Gilbert Fisher two sons, Christopher and Jr., 73, of Mechanicsville went Brandon; her father, David to be with the Lord on Septem- Dagenhart Sr. and his wife, Gail Dagenhart; her mother, Sylvia ber 8, 2012. He courageously Dagenhart; her sister, Debra fought his battle of heart Hatch; her brother, David disease with the help of his cardiologist, Dr. Stanley Tucker, Dagenhart Jr.; and their respective families. Viewing was and the LVAD team and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on nurses at St. Mary’s Hospital.

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Linda Grubb of Mechanicsville went to be with her Lord September 4, 2012. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Ralph Grubb; three sons, Ricky (Bobbi), Randy (Debbie) and Mark (Katherine); a daughter, Missy; nine grandchildren, one greatgrandchild; and a sister, Jackie Owen of Byhalia, Miss. The family received friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, September 7, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road.

A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 8, 2012, at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Shalom Baptist Church at 6395 Mechanicsville Turnpike. see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

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Friday, August 31, 2012, surrounded by his loving family.

Continued from pg. 11 He was preceded in death by his mother, Sarah Gruerrant Beverly Judy Hailey, Hollins; and his granddaughter, 67, of Highland Springs went Sydney Paige Hollins; and is home to be with the Lord survived by his wife of 43 years, Friday September 7, 2012. She Irene Hollins; and sons, Matis survived by her daughter, Edmund Walker Hall thew Hollins and Evan Hollins Deborah Hailey; son, Ricky Sr., 88, of Mechanicsville and wife, Julie; one grandson, Hailey and wife, Pamela; four passed away at his home Tues- Declan; father, Robert Hollins grandchildren, Dylan and Kyle day, September 4, 2012. He was and wife, Barbara; brother, Simon and Cara and Nicholas preceded in death by his wife, Bobby Hollins and wife, Janice, Hailey; two brothers, Billy and Maude S. Hall; and is survived all of Mechanicsville; and his Stuart Saunders; and several by his daughter, Sue H. Rassister, Anne Johnston and husnieces and nephews. Judy was mussen; son, Edmond W. Hall band, Hal, of Salem; and nieces preceded in death by the love Jr. and wife, Sheila; four grand- and nephews. Ron was a 1967 daughters, Samantha and Alexof her life, Bob Elliott. She graduate of Hermitage High andra Hall, Sarah Johnson and loved her family, the beach School, entering the United and was an 11-year survivor of Marybeth Tedesco; one greatStates Air Force in August of carcinoid cancer. The family re- granddaughter, Stella Gaskins; 1967, serving a year in Vietnam ceived friends from 6 to 8 p.m. and one brother, Cary W. Hall. from December 1968 to DeThe family received friends Monday at the Mechanicsville cember 1969. He was stationed on Thursday, September 6, at at Carswell Air Force Base in the Mechanicsville Chapel at Fort Worth, Texas, until August the Bennett Funeral Home at 1971. Ron retired from the U.S. 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. Services Postal Service in 2002, and were held at 11 a.m. Friday, continued to enjoy his hobby of September 7, at the Episcopal selling antiques and collectChurch of the Creator. Interables at various shops around ment followed in Forest Lawn Mechanicsville. The family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, received friends from noon to memorial contributions may be 1 p.m. Saturday, September 8, made to Bon Secours Hospice, 8580 Magellan Pkwy., Building at Fairmount Christian Church 4, Richmond, Va., 23227, or to on Creighton Road in Mechanicsville, with services at 1 p.m. the Episcopal Church of the In lieu of flowers, please make Creator Building Fund, 7159 Mechanicsville Tpk., Mechanic- memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, 4240 sville, Va., 23111.

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She is survived by her husband, Noland Hughes; her daughter, Ann R. Dillon and her husband, Roy, of Mechanicsville; her son, W. Claude Reid and his wife, Nancy, of Greensboro, N.C.; three granddaughters, Claudia Ryan of Mechanicsville, Deanna Rouse and Natalie Strange of Greensboro; and seven great-grandchildren.

Ethel was a member of the Pine Street Baptist Church and was Past Worthy Matron of Mechanicsville Chapter 138, Order of the Eastern Star. Friends called on Friday, September 7, at the Atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home at 9271 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 8, at Riverview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Pine Street Baptist Church, 400 S. Pine St., Richmond, Va., 23220. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee. com.

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Appeals in Richmond. He was active in the Masonic Washington and Henry Lodge in Mechanicsville. He took particular pleasure from his activities with the Shriners Clown Group.

He volunteered at the MemoLEMON rial Regional Medical Center in Mechanicsville. He was a life-long resident of the Richmond-Mechanicsville area and a member of the Mechanicsville United Methodist Church, where he sang in the choir. He was a person who brought joy to all he met. There will be a memorial service at 2 p.m. on September 15, 2012, at the Mechanicsville United Methodist Church for friends

and family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your favorite charity.

Mrs. Alma Lucille Martin, 96, of Quinton went to be with her Lord on September 6, 2012. She was predeceased by her husband, Wade H. Martin Sr. She is survived by her daughters, Dolores Honeycutt and Carol Burcham; sons, Wade H. (Patricia) Martin Jr., John N. Martin and Ronald E. (Linda) Martin. She is also survived by six generations of grandchildren, nine grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, 30 great- great-grandchildren and two great-great-greatgrandchildren. The family received friends at the Mechanicsville chapel of Bennett Funeral Homes at 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. in Mechanicsville. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 10, 2012 in the chapel. A private graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at Forest

Lawn Cemetery.

Betty Jean (Cox) Taylor, 66, of Mechanicsville passed away on Wednesday, August 29, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Harold Cox and Lucille Mills. She is survived by her son, Herman “JR� Taylor, Jr.; daughter, Theresa Brooks and her husband Jimmy; two grandchildren, Joshua and Jacob; special friends, Sandy Egeler, Joey Jones, Dede Stemen and Kenny Chandler.

Betty was a wonderful mother, always putting her family first.

She loved animals, especially her pet dogs. She worked for the Richmond Times-Dispatch with over 30 years of service.

The family received friends on Monday, September 3, 2012, at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, at 412 S. Washington Hwy. in Ashland. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at the Mills-Walton Family Cemetery, see OBITUARIES, pg. 17

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Workshop for caregivers slated Walk to Cure Diabetes set The Hanover Council on Aging, Senior Connections and Covenant Woods are collaborating to offer a workshop for family caregivers from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. today (Wednesday, Sept. 12) at Covenant Woods at 7090 Lee Davis Road in Mechanicsville.

A geriatric nurse and a licensed social worker will lead the class. A licensed occupational therapist and a physical therapist will demonstrate safe care giving techniques.

To register, contact Marian Dolliver, LSW at 804-343-3056 or email mdolliver@youraaa.org.

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The JDRF 16th Annual Richmond Walk to Cure Diabetes will be held on Sunday, Sept. 16, at Byrd Park (Dogwood Dell).

Family and friends are invited to take part in the 5K Walk to find a cure for type 1 diabetes.

The event will include live music, an oversized kids zone and free food for all registered participants.

Registration opens at 12:30 p.m. and the walk starts at 2 p.m.

To register, or for more information, visit www.jdrf. org/walk or call the JDRF office at 804-254-8014.

First Shiloh Baptist plans Investigator to take part in program on gangs Homecoming, Revival A Homecoming 2012 Celebration and Revival will be held at 7 p.m. Friday through Monday, Sept. 1417, at the First Shiloh Baptist Church at 8150 Walnut Grove Road in Mechanicsville.

Friday’s service will be “Five for Five Exhortation,” where five of First Shiloh’s associate ministers will exhort the name of God by preaching on various themes from The Bible.

A wiener roast, with food and games such as softball, paddle boats and horseshoes, is planned for Saturday at Camp Hanover

at 3163 Parsleys Mill Road in Mechanicsville.

At 3 p.m. on Sunday, the Homecoming Service will be held at the church, with the Rev. Paul Flowers Sr., senior pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, preaching.

Monday’s revival, with Bishop Keith W. Reed Sr., senior pastor of the Sharon Baptist Church of Philadelphia, Pa., will begin at 7 p.m.

The Rev. Dr. R.Neal Siler is the senior pastor at First Shiloh Baptist.

For more information, visit www.firstshiloh.org.

A member of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office will present a program on “Gangs and Gang Violence” when the VALS Legal Education Council hosts the Fall Institute and NPALSA . . . the association for legal professionals in Glen Allen. This will be the 2nd Board of Governors Meeting.

Investigator Matt Gay will take part in the program, which gets underway at 10 a.m., on Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Wyndham Virginia Crossings Hotel and Conference Center at 1000 Virginia Center Parkway.

Seminars also planned for Sept. 15 are: “Ethics” with Paul Jenkins, Esq., and Melissa Wolf-Riley, Esq., with McGuire

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After a lunch break, the afternoon program will begin at 2:45 p.m. In addition to Gay, “Forensics” will be presented by Jeffrey Van Doren, Esq., with Poarch Law Firm in Salem.

The 2nd Board of Governors Meeting will start at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 16.

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Constitution Week event Sisters share family’s recipes to get underway Monday by opening Sweetly Smitten Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Sept. 17 begins the national celebration of Constitution Week. According to the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the weeklong commemoration of America’s most important document is one of the country’s least known official observances.

Bonnie D. Anderson, Constitution Week chairman of the Scotchtown Chapter of the DAR, submitted information from the DAR National Headquarters in Washington, D.C., about the observance.

The tradition of celebrating the Constitution was started many years ago by the DAR. In 1955, the DAR petitioned the U.S. Congress to set aside Sept. 17-23 annually to be dedicated for the observance of Constitution Week.

The resolution was later adopted by Congress and signed into Public Law #915 on Aug. 2, 1956,

by President Dwight E. Eisenhower.

The aims of the celebration are to: ★ Emphasize citizens’ responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution, preserving it for posterity. ★ Inform the people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and the foundation for our way of life. ★ Encourage the study of the historical events that led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787.

The United States of America functions as a Republic under the Constitution, which is the oldest document still in active use that outlines the self-government of a people.

“We must remember and teacht that those who wrote the Constitution believed that no

government can create freedom, but that government must guard freedom rather than encroach upon the freedom of its people,” Merry Ann T. Wright, president general of the DAR, said. “The Constitution by itself cannot guarantee liberty.

A nation’s people can remain free only by being responsible citizens who are willing to learn about the rights of each arm of government and require that each is accountable for its own function. Therefore, Constitution Week is the perfect opportunity to read and study this great document, which is the safeguard of our American liberties. We encourage all citizens across the country to take time this week to guard that which is committed to us by our forefathers . . . our freedom.”

DAR has served America for 122 years. In 1928, members began work on a building as a memorial to the Constitution.

John Russell Pope, architect of the Jefferson Memorial, was commissioned to design the performing arts center, known as DAR Constitution Hall.

Today, DAR Constitution Hall is the only structure erected in tribute to the Constitution of the United States of America.

Known as the largest women’s patriotic organization in the world, the DAR has more than 165,000 members with about 3,000 chapters in all 50 states and 11 foreign countries. The DAR has promoted patriotism through commemorative celebrations, memorials, scholarships and activities for children, as well as programs for new immigrants.

For more information about the DAR and its programs, visit www.dar.org or call 202-6281776.

Benefit scheduled for Sabrina’s Boys Fund For The Kids!, a benefit for Sabrina’s Boys, will get underway at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15, at Cullens Cove in Mechanicsville.

According to Pattie Weber, who is working on behalf of Sabrina’s Boys Fund, the benefit will support Aiden, 7, and Heath, 3, whose mother, Sabrina Maters Markham, was shot and killed on June 2 at

her Mechanicsville home. Her estranged husband, Ryan P. Markham, has been charged in her death.

Saturday’s fundraiser will feature live music by Perfect Mistake, Cha Cha’s Cadillac and The Blue and The Grey.

The evening also will include raffles, auctions and giveaways.

Admission is a $10 donation at the door; $5 beer cups

with $2.50 refills; Sabrina’s Boys bracelets for $2; and Sabrina’s Boys t-shirts for $12.

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by Laura D’s, Misti Belle’s, West Store, A New Length, Loveland Distributing, Extreme Audio and Graffiti’s.

“Please come and support these two boys and keep Sabrina’s memory alive,” Weber said.

Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Sisters Demi Emmanouil and Litsa Kotsis have founded Sweetly Smitten in Mechanicsville.

Demi and Litsa were born and raised in the restaurant business.

Demi’s career started in the hospitality/ catering industry and later real estate, while Litsa’s career has been in the investment/insurance industry.

Although they said they were successful in their respective careers, they could not suppress what they called “their love and passion for the culinary arts and particularly baking.”

The inspiration to start Sweetly Smitten, and many of their recipes, came from their grandmother Rose and mother Marianthe, “who always made scrumptious desserts from scratch using family recipes that were passed down through generations.”

Understanding the importance of quality ingredients, the sisters said that Sweetly Smitten’s cupcakes are baked “using the finest and freshest ingredients possible, including Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla, the finest chocolate, and the freshest butter, eggs, milk and locally grown fruit.”

Demi and Litsa said Sweetly Smitten is dedicated to the local community and they are “big believers of giving back to the community” that has supported them and their business.

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an ‘A’ or try hard.”

What could have been is still on the mind of the worldclass race car driver. “I did just enough. That’s the only regret I have,” he said.

With all the accolades and trophies, Earnhart didn’t underestimate the value of a good education.

“I missed out on the fouryear college deal. I went to a technical college to get an automotive degree, probably because I knew I wanted to work on cars, but, at the same time, my

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Sisters Demi Emmanouil and Litsa Kotsis are using their mother’s and grandmother’s recipes at Sweetly Smitten.

They said they have found opportunities to “pay it forward” to local schools, nonprofits and other organizations.

The sisters said their goal is to develop the local community “while putting a smile on the faces of everyone who lives in it — one cupcake bite at a time.”

Sweetly Smitten will be located at 8324 Bell Creek Road Suite 700 in Mechanicsville. A grand opening date will be announced later.

grades weren’t good enough to get into UNC Wilmington or anywhere like that.”

The student interview session provided valuable training and experience for aspiring journalists.

“It was really nice to have someone famous come and speak to us about things we might not get through a regular interview. He answered some really personal questions,” said PHHS student Lindsey Tate.

In addition to the full-time racing career, Earnhart recently started his own production company. “We do commercials and photo shoots within our sport for other drivers and

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myself,” he said. “I’d love for it to get big so we can do movies someday.”

He also recently opened two automobile dealerships in Florida. “Being a race car driver has allowed me the opportunity to seek out different career paths that I can do once the driving is done,” Earnhart said.

PHHS principal Wanda Bibb said the visit was everything and more than expected.

“It was great for the kids to hear him talk about education the way he did,” Bibb, in her first year in the top office at the school, said. “It was very touching. He was very patient with the students.”

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IN THE KITCHEN | Our readers share their favorite recipes — those passed down through families and original creations

‘It takes the cake!’ is a literal term with this tasty recipe family.

We all have them, handwritten in our mother’s pen on 3x5s and placed (Editor’s note: Today we feature lovingly in old recipe boxes or tucked another recipe from Dobby Bruce Hodges, one of our readers who will be a frequent contributor to this page devoted to favorite recipes, especially those handed down through generations of families. Of course, original creations also will be spotlighted. If you would like to share a recipe with us, send it to mkinser@mechlocal.com. For more information, call 804-746-1235, ext. 22.) t takes the cake!

I don’t know who Pearl is, but she sure made one heck of a pound cake!

Pearl’s Pound cake recipe has been passed down in my family for close to 100 years.

Usually reserved for special occa- into a favorite church cookbook. It’s sions, this cake time to share . . . Send in your best, is too delicious highly sought after, never give the for its semi- secret out, over my dead body recipes! annual appear- We promise to only share with a few! ance.

This recipe is first, of hopeHODGES fully many to come, in a series Ingredients: of heirloom favorites.

I’ve long debated on what to do with 2 sticks of unsalted butter (at room my “tried and trues,” those cherished temperature) recipes considered sacred amongst my ½ cup shortening

By Dobby Bruce Hodges for The Mechanicsville Local

3 cups sugar 5 large eggs (at room temperature) 3 1/3 cups all purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder

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Pearl’s Pound Cake

Photos courtesy of Dobby Bruce Hodges

The photo at left shows a slice of Pearl’s Pound Cake. Garnishing the tasty 1/8 teaspoon of salt dessert with strawberries adds a delightfully fruity flavor to one of Dobby 1 cup whole milk (at room tem- Bruce Hodges’ favorite recipes. Above, the pound cake fresh from the oven perature) — and looking oh so tempting.

2 teaspoons good vanilla

Preparation: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.

Cream your butter and shortening together. (I use Crisco shortening).

Next, cream sugar into shortening making sure batter is mixed thoroughly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Sift flour, baking pow-

der and salt together. Mix flour mixture alternately into creamed mixture with milk and vanilla. Grease and flour a “large” tube pan. Bake at 300 degrees for 1½ hours. Let cake sit in pan for about 5 minutes. Turn out cake and let cool on wire rack.

(Recipe hints: –I use a higher quality unsalted butter, brown eggs and a good brand of vanilla – normally Madasgar

vanilla.).

About the cook: Dobby Bruce Hodges said she is “A southern farm girl who learned to cook while hanging on to her grandmother’s apron strings, an avid recipe and cookbook collector, a foodie and, most of all, a fantastic cook!”

Five Flavor Pound Cake brings another twist to a delicious favorite

By Virginia Darnell for The Mechanicsville Local (Editor’s note: Virginia Darnell of Mechanicsville debuts “In the Kitchen” with a Five Flavor Pound Cake. Darnell is active in the community.

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welcome our readers to share their recipes with us.)

Five Flavor Pound Cake Ingredients: 2 sticks margarine 1 tsp. vanilla

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½ cup Crisco oil 1 tsp. lemon extract 3 cups sugar 1 tsp. coconut flavoring 5 eggs 1 tsp. rum flavoring 3 cups flour 1 tsp. butter flavoring ½ tsp. baking powder 1 cup milk

Preparation: Cream margarine, Crisco and sugar well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add flour alternately with milk, begin and end with flour. Add flavorings, beat well.

Bake in tube pan at 325 degrees for 1½ hours. Cool in pan for

15 minutes.

Glaze: ½ cup sugar ¼ cup water ½ tsp. vanilla ½ tsp. lemon extract ½ tsp. coconut flavoring ½ tsp. rum flavoring

½ tsp. butter flavoring ½ tsp. almond flavoring Heat the above until sugar dissolves and pour over cake.

(Note: If the top is smooth after cooking, I use a toothpick and punch holes before putting the glaze on it. Normally the cake has nice cracks in the top and I don’t have to use the toothpicks.)

Richard Leonard VanNess died peacefully at home on Thursday, August 30, 2012, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was the son of the late Theodore Leonard and Nancy Trimmer VanNess.

Dick is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Judy; a son, Anthony Richard; two loving sisters, Carolyn V. Dooley of Quinton and Marie V. (Tim) Thomas of Mechanicsville. He leaves behind many loving and caring nieces and nephews.

Dick served in the United States Navy from November 1968 to September 1972. He served on the USS Charles R. Ware. After the military, Dick was a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union Local #10 for 35 years. Dick enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He loved playing tennis, shooting pool and playing any card game. A love for

Joan Elaine Gerring Warriner, 78, of Mechanicsville passed away Aug. 30, 2012. She was preceded in death by her father, Ralph Butler Gerring; and her loving grandmother, M. Pearl Upton Gerring Zuidema of Dewittville, N.Y. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Joseph Bernard Warriner; son, Mark David Warriner of Richmond; and daughter and son-in-law, Julie Anne and Andrew Hale Herrick and their children, John Christian and Elizabeth Anne of Palmyra; and her stepmother, Juanita Storm Gerring; and her half-brother, Michael Gerring of Dewittville, N.Y. Joan (JoAnne) was born Aug. 5, 1934, in Westfield, N.Y. She graduated from Fredonia High School in Fredonia, N.Y., and earned a B.S. from Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y. She completed a year’s internship in the U.S. Public Health Care

Service and then worked for the New York State Extension Service in the counties of Tompkins, Wayne and Chautuaqua. She married Joseph Bernard Warriner and moved to Mechanicsville in 1965.

She enjoyed being a homemaker and was a wonderfully creative mother while raising her children. She was especially talented sewing clothes, preparing nutritious meals and making learning fun. She was a lifelong advocate and champion of consumer rights. She also thoroughly enjoyed raising three Miniature Schnauzers (Albert, Bucky and Sparky).

She was a member of Hanover Friends Evangelical Church.

A funeral service was held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 1, 2012, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road.

The family received friends one hour prior to the service.

A graveside service was held at 1 p.m. Thursday, September 6, 2012, at Bemus Point Cemetery in Bemus Point, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bible Broadscasting Network, P.O. Box 7300, Charlotte, N.C., 28241; www. bbnradio.org.

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nature in growing spider plants gave him great pleasure. Dick’s Continued from pg. 13 greatest joy came from fishing on the Chesapeake Bay with on Greenwood Road in Glen Van family and friends. Being Allen. on the water gave him such Maynard H. Traylor Jr. peace and pleasure. The family of Henrico went to be with the would like to thank the staff at Lord on September 2, 2012. He the Virginia Cancer Institute, Dr. Darius Hollings, Memorial is survived by his loving wife, Regional Medical Center and Peggy; sons, Tim and wife, Cindy, Troy and wife, Heather, Bon Secours Hospice for the compassionate care given. A and Greg and wife, Cindy; special love and gratitude goes stepsons, Howard Adams and wife, Marcie, and Rick Adams, to family friend, Julie Rew, for the loving and devoted care to and wife, Kathy; grandchilDick and the family. The family dren, Courtney, Timmy, received visitors from 4 to 6 Justin, Zachary, Larisa, Shane, p.m. on Sunday, September also, Meagan, Jennifer, Kelly 9, 2012, at the Mechanicsville and Ricky; and sister, Delcie Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Farmer. Maynard was a memHome at 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. ber of Fellowship Community Church of Mechanicsville. The in Mechanicsville. At 6 p.m., there was a memorial service family received friends at the celebrating Dick’s life. In lieu of Monaghan Funeral Home at flowers, please make a donation 7300 Creighton Pkwy. in Meto Bon Secours Hospice at 8580 chanicsville. A funeral service Magellan Parkway, Bldg. 4, was held Wednesday, SeptemRichmond, Va., 23227 or the ber 5, at the Northside Baptist American Cancer Society, 4240 Church at 7600 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville. Interment fol- Park Place Court, Glen Allen, lowed in Washington Memorial Va., 23060.

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Oscar C. Watson, of Mechanicsville died Friday, September 7, 2012. He was predeceased by his son, Michael; and is survived by his wife, Sandy; daughter, Lynn; stepdaughter, Lisa Balsom; three granddaughters, Kellie and Megan Watson and Ashlee Balsom; grandson, Josh Balsom; great-granddaughter, Willow Grace; daughter-in-law, Diana Watson; several nieces and nephews; and his family at the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department where he served as President and Chief for over 30 years. Oscar was a founding member of the Hanover Tomato Festival where he was serving as President. The family received friends from 4 to

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Wilson to address HRWC The Hanover Republican Women’s Club will hold its monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 18, at Calabash Seafood Restaurant.

John Hardy Wilson, vice chair of the Hanover County Republican Committee, and Bo Wagner, Romney Henrico

Victory Center field director, will be the guest speakers.

For more information about this meeting or becoming a member of the HRWC, contact Liza Bradford, President at rnbradford@hughes.net or visit the website at www.hrwomen. com.

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Jake McIntosh, Kimberly Williams, Madison Finch, Evan Brown, Makayla Hampton and Sydney Norman wait at the bus stop on Tuesday, Sept. 4, as they prepare for the first day of the 2012-2013 school year at Stonewall Jackson Middle School.

Yard and Bake Sale set Saturday The Church of the Redeemer at 8275 Meadowbridge Rd. in Mechanicsville will present its annual indoor Yard and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15.

All proceeds will benefit Haiti.

A large selection of items, as well as baked goods, will be available.

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Previously, Ed was employed by W.R. Grace & Company where he was a regional product and engineering specialist in the concrete industry. An avid golfer, Ed also enjoyed traveling with his family, scuba diving, snow skiing, concerts, yard work, LSU and Patriots football, and his beloved Red Sox. Sometimes called the “cat whisperer,” he loved his furry sons, Madison and Morgee. Ed had great enthusiasm for life and a wonderful love of people.

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10. Interment followed in SigHe then nal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu attended of flowers, please make conWorcestributions to the Black Creek ter PolyVolunteer Fire Department. technic Institute, Edwin Oren “Ed” where he excelled Wiles 60, of MechanicsWILES in footville passed away at the UVA ball and track. He graduated Medical Center on Friday, in 1974 with a B.S. degree in August 31, 2012, following civil (structural) engineering. a five-month courageous In 1983, he earned an M.B.A. battle against non-Hodgkin’s degree from the University of lymphoma. Left to cherish his Richmond. Ed was the regional memory are his loving wife, (Virginia and West Virginia) Karen Kosmahly Wiles of Mechanicsville, and his beloved sales manager for Roanoke Cement Company and was son, Tory Jonathan (TJ) Wiles of Richmond. Among his many a leader in the Mid-Atlantic construction industry. Among survivors are his dear mother, Jeanne E. Wiles, and his special the many organizations in which he was actively involved, sister, Pamela J. Hubbell, both he served as regional chairman of Lancaster, Mass. Ed was

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Lodge to host blood drive Smithson, Lingamfelter to address Republicans A blood drive will be held Henry Lodge #344 at 8080 from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Mechanicsville Turnpike in Sept. 17, at Washington & Mechanicsville.

For more information, contact Nancy Teri Smithson, Hanover County regThe Hanover County Republican Committee will hold its monthly meeting istrar, and Scott Lingamfelter, House of Russell, Chairman at nsrussell29@yahoo. at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 20, at the Bass Delegates and head of Veterans for George com or visit the website at www.hanovergop.com.

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Northside Baptist Church at 7600 Studley Road in Mechanicsville is asking area voters, “Which presidential candidate is most full of beans?”

The church, which gave out more than 150 tons of food to the needy in 2011, is encouraging people to vote with a can of beans between now and Nov. 4, the Sunday before the General Election.

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The Atlee Marching Raiders welcome 21 new marchers for the 2012-2013 season. They are, from left, first row, Josh Kraus, Lillian Fuquay, Savanna Carpenter, Dana Shaw and Maggie Bullock; second row, Andy Frere, Griffin Duegaw, Grayson McKinney, Connor Floyd, Elias Pope, Hannah Glenn, Noelle Anna, Matt Barger, Javonte Waddy and Amber Robinson; and, third row, Nick Allan, Chris Isabelle, Jacob Hopkins, Julian Bentley, Clarissa Sitter and Garrett Loomis.

14, 2012, at Woody’s Funeral Home at 1771 North Parham Continued from pg. 19 Rd. in Richmond. The family their compassionate care of Ed will receive visitors at 3 p.m. throughout his illness. They all prior to the service. Another service will be held in Masbecame his family away from home. A local memorial service sachusetts at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Ed’s family requests will be held in Ed’s honor at that expressions of sympathy 4 p.m. on Friday, September be presented to the American Cancer Society, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or the Richmond SPCA.

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The Hanover Master Gardeners will hold their Fall Plant Sale and Garden Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Hanover Human Services Complex at 12310 Washington Highway in Ashland. For more information, call the Hanover office of the Virginia Cooperative Extension at 804-752-4310.

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CELEBRATIONS | Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries

Woodrow and Barbara Heath celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug. 6. They have two children and two grandchildren.

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Marvin “Buddy” and Janette Bridgers of Mechanicsville will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 22. They have two children, Warren (Trish) Bridgers of Mechanicsville and Amy (Lance) Grenevicki of Melbourne, Fla. They have three grandchildren, Katy Bridgers, Anna Grenevicki and Lance Grenevicki Jr. Buddy, a pharmacist, is retired from Wyeth Pharmaceutical Company, as director of manufacturing. Janette is retired from Henrico County Public Schools. A reception will be given to honor the couple by their children and grandchildren at the Fairmount Christian Church. Family and friends will help them celebrate.

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Landry and Marleigh Harris are announcing the arrival of their sister, Kinsley Snow Harris, who was born at 8:36 a.m. on July 7, 2012. She weighed eight pounds and eight ounces and was 21½ inches long. She also was welcomed by her proud parents Scott and Lindsey Harris of Henrico, as well as her grandparents, Judith and James Harris of Glen Allen, Mary Atkins of Mechanicsville and Stuart Atkins of Tappahannock.

Johnathan David Hulsey was born at 1:11 a.m. on July 18, 2012, weighing eight pounds and nine ounces. He was 20 1/2 inches long. The proud parents are Chad and Brandi Hulsey.

11th annual Holiday Craft Show to be held Nov. 10 at Ashcreek Dr. and Mrs. Charles (Helen) Nunn of Mechanicsville celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on Sept. 1. They have four children and 13 grandchildren.

The 11th annual Holiday Craft Show at in Mechanicsville. More than 35 vendors Admission is free of charge. For more Ashcreek will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with handmade items will be participat- information, contact Sandra Griffin at 804on Nov. 10 at 10854 Linderwood Drive ing. A concession stand will be available. 550-2223 or sandragriffin@comcast.net.

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Target Marketing adds new 15 jobs, expands in county Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Target Marketing, a leading promotional marketing company, has announced a significant expansion with the purchase of a 30,000 SF building in the Lakeridge Industrial Park for their new corporate headquarters.

The move will expand current operations by 4,000 square feet to accommodate new distribution equipment to meet the demand of a growing customer base.

Target Marketing will remain in the Lakeridge Industrial Park.

The total investment of the expansion will equal $2 million in building cost, upfit and new equipment.

The expansion plans should result with an additional 15 new jobs over the next two years.

Target Marketing began its operations in the Richmond Region in 1987, specializes in promotional solutions, incentive & reward campaigns, and promotional products. It works with an expansive client list ranging from small startup businesses to Fortune 500 companies. Clients include Dominion Virginia Power, Carmax, Interbake Foods, Bon Secours, and Virginia Department of Tourism.

Consistent growth of his company required President Jay Nathanson to move ware-

housing, distribution, and back office operations to Hanover County in 1995.

“We initially choose Hanover’s Lakeridge Industrial Park because of its prime logistical location but soon realized it was accessible to a talented workforce.,” Nathanson said.

Today Target Marketing has a staff of 27 employees ranging from account executives and graphic designers, to web developers and fulfillment managers.

“It’s great to see our local companies succeed and it’s even better when companies, like Target Marketing, expand and further reinvest in Hanover County” said Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr., Hanover County administrator.

Target Marketing will be working with the Virginia Department of Business Assistance in providing training services for all new employees hired through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program.

In addition, Target Marketing is assessing Hanover County’s tax abatement program for improvements made to their building.

Target Marketing will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony this month to commemorate itsmove as well as its 25th year anniversary.

For more information about Target Marketing, visit www. targetmarketing.com.

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Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com On Saturday, Oct. 6, Mechanicsville Elementary School will host its 4th Annual MES Miler, a threemile run/walk for all ages and a one-mile fun run for students in fifth grade and under.

The running event allows the school to share its commitment to fitness with the local community and raise funds for special projects.

This year’s theme is “Taking SMART Steps.”

Proceeds will be used to purchase instructional technology, SMART boards, for classrooms.

The fun-filled morning at the school also will include a silent auction, sponsor fair and mascot race.

Registration is open online with Race-It or registration forms are available at the school’s front office or the MES Miler website http://hcps2. hanover.k12.va.us/mes/ Mechanicsville%20Miler/ Miler%20pages/ Registration%20Page.htm.

MES is seeking sponsors and volunteers for the race and items for the silent auction.

For questions, or more information, contact Alicia Todd, assistant principal at MES, at (atodd@hanover. k12.va.us or 804-723-3640).

Hanover Humane to present First Annual ‘Pup Crawl’ Hanover Humane will present its First Annual “Pup Crawl” on Saturday, Sept. 22, with a 1.5mile moonlight stroll in Ashland. Registration will begin at 6 p.m. at the Municipal Building at 110 Duncan St. in Ashland with the walk

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Salt Fish Breakfast set The Mechanicsville Community Salt Fish Breakfast will be held from 8 to 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6, at the Enon United Methodist Church at 6156 Studley Road in Mechanicsville.

The cost is $5 for adults, $7 with fish, and $$2.50 for children 12 and under.

Profits go to the Heart Havens Fund, which supports residential housing for the mentally handicapped.

For more information, or to set up reservations, call 804-746-4719 or 804730-4956.

Photo fund drive set East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad is conducting its annual photo fund drive. Representatives will collect donations. Portraits will be taken between 11 a.m. and 5 pm.. on Sunday, Oct. 14, at 8501 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechancisville.

Public Utilities receives awards for performance Water and wastewater systems operated by Hanover County’s Department of Public Utilities have been recognized for outstanding performance by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA).

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NPDES permits have limits that facilities should meet.

These limits are set using conservative assumptions, the goal being to treat pollutants to a level that is protective of water quality.

Permit compliance is shown by testing results. Depending on the facility, more than 600 to over 1,000 tests were run to document compliance.

Hanover’s Department of Public Utilities provides water and wastewater service to about 20,500 water customers and 18,500 wastewater customers.

It is a self-supporting enterprise fund whose costs are paid for by existing and new customers.

For more information about the department, see www. co.hanover.va.us/utilities/ or call 804-365-6024.

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The Courthouse Wastewater Treatment Plant and Doswell Wastewater Treatment Plant received NACWA’s Silver Peak Performance Awards.

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Class of 1967 will be holding its 45th class reunion from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20, at Willie’s Smoked Carolina BBQ at 7075 Mechanicsville Turnpike in the Brandy Hill Shopping Center in Mechanicsville.

The cost is $35 per person.

Graduates who have address or phone number changes

Gagnon at 804-559-1605 or wwgagnon@vcu.edu. You also may contact Retta A. Ramkey at ramkeyra@comcast.net, Linda Y. Morris at mamamorris@verizon.net, or Patsy C. Christian at pchristian@slurrypavers.com.

Postcards will be sent with more information as the date approaches

Lee-Davis, Atlee 1992 classes plan joint event Lee-Davis and Atlee High School Classes of 1992 will hold their joint 20th Reunion from 7 to 11 p.m. on Nov. 10 at Popkin Tavern at 123 W. Broad Street in Richmond.

Tickets are available at $35 per person with a cash bar.

Payments can be made through PayPal to ldclass92@ gmail.com.

For more information on the joint reunion, go to Facebook at Lee Davis/Atlee Class of 92 or e-mail ldclass92@ gmail.com.

CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, Sept. 12 The New Virginians, a club for women new to the Richmond area in the past two years, will have its monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Jefferson Lakeside Country Club at 1700 Lakeside Ave. in Richmond. The guest speaker is Feathernesters decorator and co-owner Tony Turner, who will present a program on fall-themed decorating. The cost is $25 for club members and their guests. For more information, contact membership@thenewva.org.

Thursday, Sept. 13 Testifying Toastmasters, Eastern Hanover’s only open Toastmaster club, has changed its meeting times to the second and fourth Thursdays of every month. Meetings are still from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Hanover Nazarene Church. To achieve better communication skills and more confidence, attend a meeting of the Testifying Toastmasters. For more information, contact Sandy Sanders, membership/public relations vice president, at eesjresquire@ netscape.net or 804-779-3057.

Testifying Toastmasters is an outreach service of Hanover Nazarene Church to the Mechanicsville community.

Teen Movie Night begins at 6 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. A movie about survival in a dystopian society is scheduled. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information, call 804-7469615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.

Saturday, Sept. 15 BBQ Chicken Dinner (takeout only) to benefit the Dawn Library runs from 5 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot at Old Dyson’s Store. The cost is $8. For more

the Bluegrass Gentlemen. This event is a day-long family celebration along the river. Tickets cover admission to the entire day of concerts and a picnic lunch. Children 12 and younger are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Additional free activities for children include bounce houses, a jumpFriday, Sept. 21 Winn’s Baptist Church ing pillow and face painting. hosts a gospel music concert For tickets, call 804-966-2079.

by Master’s Hand and Nikki Headley at 7 p.m. at 12320 Tuesday, Sept. 25 Hanover County Winn’s Church Road in Glen Allen. A love offering will be Department of Social Services taken. For more information, Board meeting begins at 3:30 call 804-798-5512, 804-798- p.m. in the Conference Room at 12304 Washington Highway in 5513, 804-798-6179 or Carlton Ashland. This meeting is open at 804-651-4544. to the public.

information, call 804-338-8697. Hanover Ruritan, P.O. Box 625, Mechanicsville, Va., 23111. To A “Lose for Good Open attend a club meeting as a guest, House,” with a food drive to call 804-746-5728. Hanover benefit area food banks, runs Ruritan welcomes men and from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at women. the Weight Watchers at 8319 Bell Creek Rd., Suite D, in East Hanover Volunteer Mechanicsville. Those planning Rescue Squad is continuing its to attend are asked to bring annual portrait fund drive. The a non-perishable food item to drive runs through Dec. 30. donate.

Authorized representatives from Public Safety Services Corp. will The Church of the Redeemer is holding its annual indoor conduct door-to-door solicitayard and bake sale from 8 a.m. tions to Mechanicsville citizens to 2 p.m. with proceeds to ben- living in the East Hanover efit Haiti. The church is located Volunteer Rescue Squad’s serat 8275 Meadowbridge Road vice area. For more informain Mechanicsville. To donate tion, contact the squad at 804items, call 804-559-4623.

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class includes performing basic tasks in Microsoft Word, how to set up an e-mail account, and Internet search strategies. For more information and to register, call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.

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Saturday, Sept. 22

MADD’s Power of Parents, It’s Your Influence program will be presented at 7 p.m. at the Atlee Branch Library at 9161 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville.

Keith Cartwright of Hanover Cares will share strategies to help parents keep children safe from the dangers of underage drinking. Parents who attend receive a free handbook.

Refreshments are provided by Monday, Sept. 17 The Mechanicsville Library the Friends of the Atlee Library. offers its Learning Microsoft For more information, call 804Word class at 9 a.m. Learn for- 559-0654 or visit the library. matting tips, how to edit documents and how to use templates. Thursday, Sept. 20 Call 804-556-4774 or visit the Pajama Storytime, a special library to sign up for this class. evening storytime for young For more information, call 746- patrons in PJs, will begin at 9615 or visit the library at 7461 6:30 p.m. at the Atlee Branch Sherwood Crossing Place.

Library at 9161 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. The Friends of the Atlee Library offers stories, Tuesday, Sept.18 The Hanover Ruritan Club songs, a craft and snacks. For has a meeting and dinner on the more information, call 804third Tuesday of each month 559-0654. at the Walnut Grove Baptist The Mechanicsville Library’s Church. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. To learn more about the Computer Basics II class begins Ruritan Club and to request at 6:30 p.m. at the Mechanicsville a membership application, Branch Library at 7461 call 804-746-5728 or write to Sherwood Crossing Place. The River Café Reunion at the Mechanicsville Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Atlee and Signal Hill roads, runs from 4 to 7:30 p.m., featuring a live band, hot dogs, popcorn, vendors and fun activities.

There is no charge to attend.

For more information, call 804746-5496.

The Atlee Branch Library’s Engineer Expo begins at 2 p.m. at the Atlee Branch Library at 9161 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. Let your imagination run free as you build creations to display in the library.

Refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library.

For more information, call 804559-0654 or visit the library.

Wednesday, Sept. 26

The Newcomers’ Club of Greater Richmond invites both long-time residents and women new to Richmond to attend a club luncheon at 11 a.m. at the Westwood Club at 6200 West Club Lane in Richmond. Dr. Cecelia Boardman of the VCU Massey Cancer Center Institute will discuss the early detection and treatment of gynecological cancer. Reservations must be Sunday, Sept. 23 Friends of Grief Discussion in by Wednesday, Sept. 19. For Group meets from 5:30 to 7 more information, call Brenda p.m. at the Fairmount Christian at 804-754-0460.

Church at 6502 Creighton Road in Mechanicsville. Meetings are Thursday, Sept. 27 Testifying Toastmasters, held on the fourth Sunday of Eastern Hanover’s only open each month.

Toastmaster club, has changed Providence Forge its meeting times to the second Presbyterian Church (PFPC) and fourth Thursdays of every and Rockahock Campground month. Meetings are still from have scheduled the Second 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Hanover Annual Bluegrass Faith Festival Nazarene Church. If you seek from 10 to 6 p.m. This year’s line- better communication skills up includes headliner Rhonda and more confidence, attend Vincent; Mark Templeton a meeting of the Testifying and Pocket Change; Lorraine Toastmasters. For more inforJordan and Carolina Roads; mation, contact Sandy Sanders, Country Fried Grass; Highway membership/public relations 249; and Danny Stanley and vice president, at eesjresquire@

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netscape.net or 804-779-3057.

Testifying Toastmasters is an outreach service of Hanover Nazarene Church to the Mechanicsville community.

Hanover Lunchtime Book Group begins at 12:30 p.m. at the Hanover Branch Library at 7527 Library Drive. Bring a bag lunch and join in a lively discussion of “Mockingbird” by Charles J. Shields. Beverages and dessert provided are provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library.

Saturday, Sept. 29 In honor of its 45th reunion, the Henrico High School Class of 1967 is hosting a celebration at the Torque Club at RIR. The theme is “Fifty Years of Friendship” to commemorate the school’s opening in September 1962. In that regard, the invitation is extended to the HHS classes of 1965, 1966 and 1968. These four classes comprised the original student body of HHS. For more information, contact Bobby Haurand at bobaleen_81@yahoo.com or 804-516-8307.

Saturday, Oct. 6 The 2012 Walk to End Alzheimer’s begins a 9 a.m. with check-in and the walk starting at 10 a.m. at Innsbrook at 4600 Cox Road (Markel Plaza) in Glen Allen. Register online www.alz.org/grva. For more information, call 804-967-2580.

The Highland Springs High School Class of 1957 will hold its 55th reunion from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Armour House Park Picnic Shelter. The cost is $18 per person. For more information, call Wilmer Harris Rice at 804-789-8968 or Betty Nunn Weiser at 804-737-0015.

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Project Runway It’s All About Me (N)

The 700 Club ’ Å Project Runway It’s All About Me

›››‡ “The Green Mile” (1999)

Taxicab Confessions

7 PM

(:45) ››‡ “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps” (2010) Å (:15) ››‡ “Caddyshack” (1980) ‘R’ Å

7:30

8 PM

8:30

››‡ “Cowboys & Aliens” (2011) ‘NR’ Å

9 PM

9:30

Around

Interruption SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å

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SportsNet

SportsNet

College Football: Purdue at Notre Dame.

Dr. Phil (N) ’ Å

8 News

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Primetime: What Would

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Undercover Boss Å

CSI: NY Unwrapped ’ Bones Å (DVS)

News at 10

Grimm The Kiss ’

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College Football Live (N) Jeopardy!

11

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Judge Judy Judge Judy FamFeud

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12

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13

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Payne

15

(WGN)

News

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Go On ’

Zane’s Sex

College Football: Washington State at UNLV. (N) (Live) Red Bull Series

SportsNet

(12:05) Paul

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

Mystics

Inside Ed.

Prince Runway

›››‡ “The Green Mile” (1999, Drama) Tom Hanks, David Morse, Michael Clarke Duncan. Å

NFL Live (N) Å Cavalier

Car Wars

›› “Hop” (2011) ’ ‘PG’ Å

›› “The Hangover Part II” (2011)

6 PM

Family Guy

Dreamers

NCIS Dead and Unburied

Property Wars ’ Å

››‡ “Alice in Wonderland” (2010, Fantasy) Johnny Depp.

(:40) ››‡ “Knight and Day” (2010) ‘PG-13’

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SportsTalk

SportCtr Redskins

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News

Nightline

J. Kimmel

Blue Bloods ’ Å

News

Late Show W/Letterman

FOX First

Two Men

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Tonight Show w/J. Leno

Simpsons

Judge Mathis (N) Å

The Ricki Lake Show (N)

TMZ (N) ’

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Payne

America’s Next Model

Nikita Dead Drop Å

The Ricki Lake Show (N)

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30 Rock ’

Friends ’

MLB Baseball

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Washington McLaughlin Great Performances at the Met Humans attempt to steal the ring. (N) ’ Å

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33

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(USA)

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Inside Ed.

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Dirty Jobs: Down Under

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(:01) NCIS: Los Angeles

Sons of Guns (N) Å

Strike Back ’ Å

7 PM

PBS NewsHour (N) ’

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(:01) NCIS Jurisdiction

Sons of Guns ’ Å

››‡ “Jumanji” (1995) Robin Williams, Bonnie Hunt.

5:30

COMCAST 4

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Charlie Rose (N) Å

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Doc Martin ’ Å

Market Warriors Å

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Law & Order ’

Law & Order Switch ’

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››› “Runaway Jury” (2003, Suspense) John Cusack. Å

35

(WTBS)

Friends ’

Friends

Friends

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King

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37

(A&E)

Hoggers

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Criminal Minds Å

Criminal Minds Å

Criminal Minds Å

39

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Gangland

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(5:47) Gangland Å

(6:54) Gangland Å

The Ultimate Fighter ’

(:09) The Ultimate Fighter ’

Flying Wild Alaska ’

Flying Wild Alaska ’

Deadliest Catch Å

Bering Sea Gold: Under

Yukon Men On Thin Ice

Bering Sea Gold: Under

Yukon Men

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Phineas

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44

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Deadliest Catch Å

Flying Wild Alaska ’

49

(NICK)

iCarly ’

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50

(DISN)

Good Luck

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53

(FAM)

Reba Å

Reba Å

Reba Å

60

(LIFE)

How I Met

How I Met

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56

(AMC)

(2:45) “October Sky”

301

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(:15) ››› “The Rundown” (2003) The Rock. ’

320

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(3:45) ››› “Trading Places” (1983)

26

Reba Å

Good Luck

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››› “Remember the Titans” (2000) Denzel Washington.

Picked Off Å

Picked Off Å

The Mechanicsville Local

24/7

Weigh-In

24/7

September 12, 2012

Weigh-In

Worse

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››› “The Firm” (1993) Tom Cruise. Å

››‡ “The Replacements” (2000) Keanu Reeves. Å

Criminal Minds Proof ’

The Nanny

››› “Remember the Titans” (2000) Denzel Washington.

America’s Most Wanted

(:15) ››› “Thunderheart” (1992) Val Kilmer, Graham Greene. Å (:45) ›› “No Escape” (1994) Ray Liotta. ‘R’ Å

Payne

America’s Most Wanted

America’s Most Wanted

(:01) Criminal Minds ’

Criminal

The 700 Club ’ Å

Prince

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Wanted

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“Close Encounters of the Third Kind”

24/7

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

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Strike Back (N) Å

Skin-Max

“Very Harold & Kumar 3D”

(:45) ››‡ “The A-Team” (2010) Liam Neeson. ‘NR’ Å

Fast Five

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SATURDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM

SEPTEMBER 15, 2012 2 PM 2:30 3 PM 3:30

1:30

COMCAST 4

(ESPN)

7

(CSN)

8

(8-ABC)

College Football: California at Ohio State. (N) (Live)

9

(6-CBS)

Busytown

11

(35-FOX) ACC Blitz

College Football: Connecticut at Maryland. (N) (Live)

12

(12-NBC) LazyTown

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13

(65-CW)

Exploration On Spot

15

(WGN)

SUNDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012 2 PM 2:30 3 PM 3:30

1:30

COMCAST

College Football: Teams TBA. (N) (Live)

Countdown NASCAR

4

(ESPN)

Cruise In

College Football

7

(CSN)

10 for 80: Redskins

College Football: Virginia Tech at Pittsburgh.

Redskins Kickoff (N)

Football

8

(8-ABC)

Va Tech

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Football

9

(6-CBS)

The NFL Today (N)

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11

(35-FOX) FOX NFL Sunday (N)

Judge Judy Judge Judy Big Bang

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12

(12-NBC) Noodle

Cycling

13

(65-CW)

Into Wild

MLS Soccer: Houston Dynamo at Sporting Kansas City. (Taped) Paid Prog.

Law Order: CI

Paid Prog.

LazyTown

Lucas Oil Off Road Rac

Football

Football

Red Bull Signature Series (N) ’ Å Animal Atl. 30 Seconds CW Fall

“The Contender” (2000)

MLB Baseball: Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins. (N) (Live)

Sunday NFL Countdown NASCAR Countdown (N) NASCAR Racing: Sprint Cup: GEICO 400. (N) (Live) ABC Fall

Ball Boys

Ball Boys

NFL Football: Baltimore Ravens at Philadelphia Eagles. (N) (Live) Å

Pajanimals

Being: Liverpool (N) ’

Big Bang

2012 Paralympic Games (Taped) ’

››‡ “Blindness” (2008) Julianne Moore.

(WGN)

15

Game Day

Soccer

›› “Pathfinder” (2007, Adventure) Karl Urban.

›‡ “My Boss’s Daughter” (2003) Å

MLB Baseball: Pittsburgh Pirates at Chicago Cubs.

23

(23-PBS) Mexican

Kitchen

Simp. Ming Lidia’s Italy Best of Joy Oil Painting Travel

Steves

23

(23-PBS) Moyers & Company ’

Currents

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Dr. Fuhrman’s Immunity Solution! ’ Å

24

(57-PBS) Thomas

Angelina

This Old House Hr

Victory

24

(57-PBS) Tiger

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Arthur

Wild Kratts WordGirl

Antiques Roadshow

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(USA)

›› “Street Kings” (2008, Crime Drama) Keanu Reeves. Å

››› “Inside Man” (2006) Å

33

34

(TNT)

››‡ “Murder by Numbers” (2002) Sandra Bullock. Å

››‡ “Phone Booth” (2002) Å

35

(WTBS)

“Without a Paddle: Nature’s Calling”

37

(A&E)

Flip This House Å

Flip This House Å

Flip This House Å

Flip This House Å

39

(SPIKE)

Am Digger

Am Digger

Am Digger

Am Digger

33

Am Digger

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(USA)

(11:34) ›››‡ “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”

34

(TNT)

Law & Order ’

››› “The Bourne Ultimatum” (2007) Matt Damon. Å

35

(WTBS)

(11:00) ››› “Twister”

MLB Baseball: Tampa Bay Rays at New York Yankees. (N) (Live) Å

37

(A&E)

“Independence Day”

Coma Healthy patients slip into comas. Å

Coma Å

39

(SPIKE)

Wildest Police Videos

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Wildest Police Videos

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“Indiana Jones and Crystal Skull” Marshals

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(DISC)

Almost, Away

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44

(DISC)

Auction

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Auction

Auction

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Auction

Auction

Auction

49

(NICK)

Power

SpongeBob Parents

Parents

Parents

Parents

Rock

Big Time

49

(NICK)

Winx Club

Winx Club

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iCarly ’

iCarly ’

iCarly ’

iCarly ’

iCarly ’

50

(DISN)

Wizards

Wizards

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50

(DISN)

Wizards

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Good Luck

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Shake It

A.N.T. Farm Phineas

53

(FAM)

My Best

››› “Pretty Woman” (1990) Richard Gere, Julia Roberts.

53

(FAM)

Pretty

››› “A League of Their Own” (1992) Tom Hanks, Geena Davis.

60

(LIFE)

(11:00) “New in Town”

››‡ “Waitress” (2007) Keri Russell, Nathan Fillion. Å

60

(LIFE)

“And Baby Will Fall”

56

(AMC)

“For a Few Dol.”

Hell on Wheels

56

(AMC)

(10:00) “GoodFellas”

›››‡ “Casino” (1995) Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, Joe Pesci. Å

301

(HBO)

24/7

›‡ “Dream House” (2011) Å

301

(HBO)

Real Time W/ Bill Maher

(:15) ››› “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” (2011) Å

320

(MAX)

(11:45) “Something Borrowed” (2011) (:40) ››‡ “Days of Thunder” (1990) ‘PG-13’

320

(MAX)

(11:50) “Cheaper by the Dozen” ‘PG’

Face Off

Almost, Away Good Luck

SATURDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

Hell on Wheels

5:30

COMCAST

“League-Own” Lake Hse Hell on Wheels

››‡ “Water for Elephants” ’

6 PM

6:30

Death-Her

7 PM

7:30

8 PM

8:30

9 PM

9:30

(ESPN) (CSN)

8

(8-ABC)

(3:30) College Football: Regional Coverage. (N) (Live) Å

Wheel

Jeopardy!

College Football: Notre Dame at Michigan State. (N) (Live) Å

9

(6-CBS)

(3:30) College Football: Alabama at Arkansas. (N) (Live) Å

Hollywood

Danger

NCIS Need to Know ’

FOX

College Football: USC at Stanford. (N Subject to Blackout) ’ (Live) Å

College Football: Florida at Tennessee. (N) (Live) SportsNet

SportsNet

(:15) College Football: Texas at Mississippi. (N) (Live)

College Football: Florida Atlantic at Georgia. (N) (Live)

SportCtr

SportsNet Central (N)

Hawaii Five-0 Ki’ilua ’

Dilemma

SEPTEMBER 15, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

7

(3:00) College Football: Furman at Clemson. (N) (Live)

“Playdate” (2012) Å

Strike Back (:15) ››› “The Terminal” (2004) Tom Hanks. ’

4

NASCAR Racing

Sandlot

“Unstable” (2012) Ashley Scott, Ivan Sergei. Å

48 Hours Mystery Å

Redskins

Poker

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CSI: Miami

News

Gospel Music

11

(35-FOX) MLB Baseball: Regional Coverage.

News at 10

Touch Noosphere Rising

12

(12-NBC) MLS Soccer: Sounders at Timbers

News

NBC News

Entertainment Tonight

The Voice Vocalists tackle blind auditions. Å

The Voice ’ Å

News

(:29) Saturday Night Live

13

(65-CW)

(3:00) ››› “The Contender” (2000) Joan Allen.

Judge B.

Judge B.

Payne

›› “The Omen” (2006, Horror) Liev Schreiber.

TMZ (N) ’ Å

Rules

Rules

15

(WGN)

Law Order: CI

Law Order: CI

Law Order: CI

Funniest Home Videos

Funniest Home Videos

WGN News at Nine (N)

Monk Å

Lawrence Welk

Served?

Doc Martin ’ Å

EastEnders EastEnders Nature ’

Nature Å (DVS)

NOVA ’ Å (DVS)

››› “Auntie Mame” (1958) Rosalind Russell, Forrest Tucker.

NCIS Chained ’ Å

NCIS SWAK ’ Å

NCIS Mind Games Å

23

(23-PBS) Antiques Roadshow

Equitrek

Currents

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24

(57-PBS) Old House

Old House

Hometime

Charlie Rose (N) Å

Old House

(USA)

(2:30) “Inside Man” Å

34

(TNT)

Phone Bth

››› “The Bourne Identity” (2002) Matt Damon. Å

35

(WTBS)

Friends ’

Friends ’

37

(A&E)

››› “Independence Day” (1996) Will Smith, Bill Pullman. Å

39

(SPIKE)

33

Am Digger

Am Digger

Colbert

“John Sandford’s Certain Prey” (2011) Å Friends ’ Am Digger

Friends ’

King

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Keeping Up Wait...

››› “The Bourne Supremacy” (2004) Å

King

Funniest Home Videos As Time...

NCIS Boxed In ’ Å

Sunny Monk

Currents

Perform

›››› “Raiders of the Lost Ark”

››› “The Bourne Ultimatum” (2007) Matt Damon. Å

››‡ “Con Air”

Seinfeld ’

Seinfeld ’

Big Bang

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››› “Twister” (1996) Helen Hunt.

Storage

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››› “The Patriot” (2000, War) Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger. Premiere. ’

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››‡ “Robin Hood” (2010, Adventure) Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett. Premiere. ’

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Almost, Away

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Outlaw Empires Å

Outlaw Empires Å

Outlaw Empires Å

Outlaw Empires Å

49

(NICK)

iCarly ’

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Victorious

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Full House

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The Nanny

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Friends ’

Friends ’

50

(DISN)

Wizards

Wizards

Good Luck

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Austin

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53

(FAM)

(3:00) ››› “A League of Their Own” (1992)

60

(LIFE)

(3:30) ››‡ “The Lake House”

56

(AMC)

Hell on Wheels Scabs

301

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Water Ele

320

(MAX)

“Death Becomes Her”

››‡ “The Sandlot” (1993) Tom Guiry.

›››‡ “The Blind Side” (2009, Drama) Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw.

››› “Unfaithful” (2002) Richard Gere, Diane Lane. Å

“Virtual Lies” (2011) Christina Cox. Premiere. Å

››› “Remember the Titans”

Movie

Virtual Lies

Hell on Wheels Å

Into the West Manifest Destiny (Part 2 of 6)

›››‡ “Casino” (1995, Crime Drama) Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, Joe Pesci. Å

(:35) ›› “Hop” (2011) ’ ‘PG’ Å

(:15) ››‡ “Bruce Almighty” (2003) ‘PG-13’

“Rise of the Planet of the Apes”

SUNDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30

COMCAST

(:15) ›› “Hall Pass” (2011) Owen Wilson. ’ ‘R’

5 PM

5:30

6 PM

6:30

››‡ “Kingpin” (1996) Woody Harrelson. Å

7 PM

7:30

8 PM

8:30

9 PM

›› “Johnny English Reborn” (2011)

9:30

(ESPN)

SportsCenter (N) Å

MLB Baseball: Washington Nationals at Atlanta Braves. (Live)

7

(CSN)

Ravens Postgame Live

Ravens Postgame Live

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SportsNet

Redskins Post Game

College Football: Connecticut at Maryland. (Taped)

SportsNet

8

(8-ABC)

Women’s British Open

Stargate Universe Å

News

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Revenge Pilot ’ Å

Revenge Reckoning ’

NFL Football: New York Jets at Pittsburgh Steelers. (N) (Live) Å

SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å

9

(6-CBS)

11

(35-FOX) NFL Football: Regional Coverage. (N Subject to Blackout) ’ (Live) Å

12

(12-NBC) Women’s Soccer

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NBC News

13

(65-CW)

›‡ “The Prophet’s Game” (1999, Suspense)

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15

(WGN)

MLB Baseball

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(23-PBS) ››› “Auntie Mame” (1958) Rosalind Russell, Forrest Tucker.

24

(57-PBS) Washington Need

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Rise Apes (:45) Strike Back Å

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012 10:30 11 PM 11:30 12 AM

10 PM

4

NASCAR Racing

GoodFellas

(:45) ››› “The Town” (2010) Ben Affleck. ’ ‘R’ Å

Strike Back ’ Å

Outlaw

SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å SportsNet

Redskins Post Game News

Ravens

(:35) Law & Order Seed

60 Minutes ’ Å

(:01) Big Brother (N) ’

The Good Wife Å

The Mentalist ’ Å

News

The Nation

Amer. Dad

Simpsons

Family Guy

News at 10

Big Bang

Ring of Honor Wrestling

Cleveland

Football Night/America Bloopers!

How I Met

Globe Trekker ’

To Contrary Dr. Fuhrman’s Immunity Solution! ’ Å

Simpsons

Family Guy

Two Men

(:15) NFL Football: Detroit Lions at San Francisco 49ers. (N) ’ (Live) Å

Without

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Inside Edit.

The Closer Make Over

The Closer In Custody

King

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Friends ’

Friends ’

Comedy.TV

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30 Rock ’

30 Rock ’

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Broadway or Bust (N)

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Masterpiece Mystery! (N) ’

Dr. Fuhrman’s Immunity Solution! ’ Å

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Law & Order: SVU

Law & Order: SVU

White Collar Gloves Off

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Leverage (N) Å

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Human Nature Sings Motown

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(USA)

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34

(TNT)

(3:30) ›› “U.S. Marshals” (1998) Å (DVS)

35

(WTBS)

King

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(A&E)

(3:00) Coma Å

Storage

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39

(SPIKE)

Bar Rescue Tiki Curse

Bar Rescue ’

Bar Rescue ’

Bar Rescue ’

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Flip Men

44

(DISC)

MythBusters ’ Å

MythBusters ’ Å

MythBusters ’ Å

MythBusters ’ Å

MythBusters ’ Å

One Car Too Far (N) ’

MythBusters ’ Å

One Car Too Far Å

MythBuster

49

(NICK)

SpongeBob SpongeBob How to Rock ’ Å

You Gotta

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Friends ’

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(DISN)

Phineas

Austin

Shake It

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Good Luck

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53

(FAM)

(3:30) ››‡ “The Sandlot” (1993)

60

(LIFE)

(3:00) “Playdate” (2012)

“Virtual Lies” (2011) Christina Cox. Å

“Taken Back: Finding Haley” (2012) Moira Kelly.

›› “The Elizabeth Smart Story” (2003) Å

(:01) “Taken Back: Finding Haley”

56

(AMC)

(1:00) “Casino” (1995)

Into the West Manifest Destiny (Part 2 of 6)

Into the West Dreams and Schemes A heinous act.

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Hell on

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(HBO)

(3:30) ›› “The Dilemma” (2011) ’

(:05) ››› “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” Å

Boardwalk Empire ’

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››› “Transformers” (2007) Shia LaBeouf, Tyrese Gibson. Å (DVS)

›››‡ “King Kong” (2005, Adventure) Naomi Watts, Jack Black. Å

Good Luck

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Storage

››› “Remember the Titans” (2000) Denzel Washington.

(:45) ›› “Devil” (2010) ‘PG-13’ Å

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Covenant Woods employee receives human resources honor Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Emily R. Endert with Covenant Woods has been named an American Society for Healthcare Human Resources Administration (ASHHRA) Conference Scholarship award recipient.

The ASHHRA Conference Scholarship program, developed and sponsored by MetLife Resources, recognizes and supports health care human resources professionals, one from each of the nine ASHHRA regions, interested in further developing their health care HR business knowledge and skills.

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The purpose of the conference is to provide health care HR professionals access to the latest educational tools and resources, as well as networking opportunities to help them become successful leaders in their field.

The conference features more than 52 educational sessions that provide information on current health care HR trends, issues and best practices.

“The ASHHRA Conference Scholarship fund offers recipients an incredible professional development experience,” noted Stephanie Drake, ASHHRA executive director. “It gives us the opportunity to support Emily’s development in the field and recog-

“Health care human resources professionals are important to the success of health care facilities, and continuing to build their knowledge and skills is important. Emily’s dedication to this field and high standards, have made her an emerging leader in this area,” said Derrick Kelson, vice president, MetLife. “MetLife is proud to support Emily’s future development, as well as the development of others, through the ASHHRA Conference Scholarship fund.”

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nizes her excellent work. ASHHRA is pleased to honor Emily and other promising health care human resource professionals through this program.”

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MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES ASSEMBLY OF GOD

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST

Mechanicsville Christian Center: Families encountering Christ Sun. 9 & 11AM, children’s ministries Wed. 7PM, students Sun. & Thurs. nights, small groups. 8061 Shady Grove Rd. www.mccag.org

Hanover Baptist Church ( 3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall). Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club. Family oriented & God-centered. Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior. 798-7190 www.hbcva.org

The Bridge – We want to build a Bridge to Christ, to spiritual maturity, and of hope to the world. Our vision is to be “less church, more fulfilling.” No matter where you are or what season of life you’re in, be our guest on Sunday mornings at 10:30. We are located at 8026 Walnut Grove Road, 442-6565.

Please check us out online at thebridge2hope.org

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST Trinity Christian Church 8469 Atlee Road, 746-4838 Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

Nursery Provided Dr. Rick Harrison, Pastor Helen Simpson, LCSW, Associate Pastor Donna Lewis, Director of Music www.trinitychristianchurch.com

EPISCOPAL ALL SOULS CHURCH Worshipping at 9:30am, Sundays at Messiah Lutheran Church, 8454 Atlee Road, The Rev. Amelie Allen Wilmer, Vicar, 804559-9302, www.allsoulsepiscopalva@gmail.com

All Souls Episcopal Church Worshiping at Messiah Lutheran, 8154 Atlee Rd, 9:30am Holy Eucharist • 10:45am Christian Ed Nursery Provided • 804-559-9302 Wednesday Evening Bible Study, 7pm The Rev. Amelie Allen Wilmer, Vicar Email: allsoulsepiscopalva@gmail.com Visit our website: www.allsoulsva.org Immanuel Episcopal Welcomes You! 779-3454 3263 Old Church Rd. Sun 9 & 11 am Holy Eucharist. Education for all ages at 10am. Nursery 10-12. Refreshments after 11am service. immanueloc.org St. Paul’s Episcopal Church , Rte 301 & 54, Hanover Courthouse, VA 23069, Fall Schedule: Sunday Service will be at 8am & 10:30am with coffee hour after both services. Christian education at 9:15. Nursery is available for infants & toddlers at the 10:00am service.

Rev. Jack Sutor 537-5516. stpaulshanover.org

The Episcopal Church of the Creator 7159 Mechanicsville Pike, 746-8765 Christ Centered, Biblically Focused 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Nursery provided @ 9:00 am &10:15 am Sunday School 9:30-10:15 am www.creatorfamily.net email: creatorcontact@comcast.net

EVANGELICAL FRIENDS Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk.

804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sundays 8:30 or 11am, w/Sunday School @ 9:45.

Daily preschool & after school child care.

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Rural Point Baptist Church 6548 Studley Road, 730-3226 www.ruralpointbaptist.com

LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Creighton Rd., 1.8 mi. west of I295.

"The Church With Your Family At Heart" Sunday School 9:45; Worship 11:00 Evening Service 6:00; Wednesday Evening AWANA (KJV) 7pm, Prayer Service 7:30 Pastor Don Sumpter.

Find out more on our web: landmarkbaptistrichmond.org Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170

COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

PRESBYTERIAN

SOUTHERN BAPTIST

GINTER PARK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3601 Seminary Ave., Richmond. Many Hanover members. Thoughtful, joyful, diverse. 8 minutes south of I-295. GinterParkPC.org. 804-359-5049 MECHANICSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN Atlee and Signal Hill Rd. Nancy Clark, Interim Pastor Tel. 746-5496; www.mechpres.org You are welcome to join us on Sundays: 9 am Contemporary 10 am Sunday School Classes 11 am Traditional SALEM Presbyterian Church - Loving members, biblically-based teaching & preaching.

Join us in our historic sanctuary!

Worship 11AM, fellowship after.

5394 Studley Rd. Pastor: Sandi Shaner 746-0732

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST

Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Traditional 8:15 & 11am, Contemporary 9:30am, Bible School ay 8:15, 9:30am & 11am. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Mike Langley, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Mike Campbell, Youth Minister; Rose Williams, Children’s Director. fairmountchristian.org

Meadowbridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7400 Antique Lane Mechanicsville, Saturday Services: Sabbath School, 9:30am.

Worship Service 11am. Wed. evening Prayer Meeting & Kids Clubs for Children of all ages, 7pm.

Church phone #746-2788

Gethsemane Church of Christ 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike Sunday Worship 8:30 & 11:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM 804-779-2044 Bill Wines, Senior Minister www.gethsemanechristian.org Pole Green Church of Christ 8319 Lee Davis Rd. 746-3376, 9am Sunday School; 10am Morning Worship; 7pm Wednesday Bible Study 746-3376 Senior Minister, E. L. Jones www.pgchurchofchrist.com

LUTHERAN Messiah Lutheran Church & School 8154 Atlee Rd. 746-7134 www.mlcas.org Sunday Service- 8:00 am & 11am, Sun. School 9:30.

Preschool for 3 -5 yr olds. Child Care 7am-6pm St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor; Sunday School 9:15am, Worship Service 10:30am, Nursery Available.

NAZARENE Hanover Church of the Nazarene 8391 Atlee Rd, (hanoverlife.com) Atlee Christian Academy -- PK-5th grade atleechristianacademy.com (746-3900)

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Solid Rock Ministries, 8166 Ladiestown Road Sunday Morning Contemporary Worship- 10:30am "Come As You Are!" Child care provided.

779-7904, Dr. Michael R. Howard, Pastor

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church , 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday School, 9am; Worship 10:15am (Nursery prov.); Wed. night prayer service 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Children in Action, Preschool to 5th grade, 6:45-7:45pm. Youth Pastor, Reverend Craig Secor.

Church 781-0330. www.blackcreek.org Broadus Memorial Baptist Church , 5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville 23116.

8:45am Traditional Worship 10am Bible Study for all ages, 11am Contemporary Worship, Phil Peacock, Pastor. #779-2700 broaduschurch.org Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.cool spring.org or call 746-0800 FCC - Fellowship Community Church Teaching the Word of God and watching for the miraculous. Hanover High School 9:45am www.fellowshipcc.com

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Grace United Family Church “Where Grace Unites Us” 8700 Bell Creek Road Mechanicsville 23116 Sunday Worship 10:30 AM Get connected in one of our small groups; “Communities of Hope” to begin soon.

Contact: 335-6728 /graceunitedfc@gmail.com “Come as you are” -- See you Sunday!

Glenn Hawkins, Pastor

Email us at news@mechlocal.com

Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hanover Courthouse Rd. 730-1500. Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sun 11am Svc 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. hbchanover.org Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, 746-7253 Dr. Rev.Tim Madison Sunday Schedule: 8:30am Contemporary Worship, 9:45 Bible Study & 11am Traditional Worship New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Todd Combee, Pastor Sunday School 9:30AM, Worship 10:45 am.

Bible Study/Youth activities; 6:00 pm Wednesday Dinner/Prayer/Youth/Children 6pm www.newbethesda.org New Highland Baptist Church Worship 8:30 am & 11 am, Sunday School 9:45am Pastor Robert Lee 9200 New Ashcake Road, Mech.

550-9601 www.newhighlandbaptist.org Shalom Baptist Church 6395 Mech Trnpk 746-7737 Rev. Mark Miller Sunday School 9:45am, Worship 11am, Wed. 6:30pm Children Bible Study / Youth Alyx Christian, Minster to Children Jean M. Dart, Music shalombaptist.net

SOVEREIGN GRACE BAPTIST New Hope Baptist - Located at 5452 Spotslee Circle, Mechanicsville. Sunday school 9:45 am, Morning worship 10:30 am, afternoon 1pm, Wednesday Prayer & Bible study 7:30 pm. L. Ronald Staley, Pastor. For more info 321-2110. www.sovereigngraceinmechanicsville.org

UNITED METHODIST Enon United Methodist Church 6156 Studley Rd; 746-4719 Rev. Dr. Jeff Harlow, Pastor Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) Sunday Afternoon Faith Exploration, for all ages 4:30-5:30pm enonchurch@verizon.net www.enonumc.org Lebanon United Methodist Church, 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980, R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Sunday Worship 9am & 11am (Nursery Provided) Sunday School all ages. 10 am.

Staff Youth Director. www.lebanonumc.org Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road, Join us for Sunday School at 9:45AM, Worship at 8:30 & 11 am. & Wed. night worship service at 6:45pm. Kerry D. Boggs, Pastor. 746-5118 Shady Grove United MethodistCelebrate Christ on Sunday Mornings.

Traditional worship: 8:15 & 11:00. Contemporary worship: 9:45, Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00- All Ages. Nursery for preschoolers at all services.

Corner of Meadowbridge & Shady Grove Rd, Mechanicsville. Jay Kelchner Pastor. 746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

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Hanover blanks Patriots in season opener, 41-0

By JP Beauchamp for The Mechanicsville Local If the football opener for the Hanover Hawks’ is any indication of what’s coming, look out.

Hawks fans are going to be in for a ride.

The weather provided a average fall evening; but the intensity of play on the field was anything but moderate when Hanover handed visiting Patrick Henry a 41-0 season opening loss.

From the get-go, the Hawks wasted no time setting the tone of the game, then maintained their momentum as it progressed.

On the other side, turnovers were a major factor prohibiting Patrick Henry from getting on the board.

The dye was cast in the

Patriots’ first possession when Hanover senior defensive back Donte Haynesworth pulled down his first of three interceptions on a Patrick Henry third and 16 pass play.

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With the coverage and athleticism to make any quarPhotos by Kenny Moore/For The Local terback reconsider, both Haynesworth and sophomore At left: Hawks Quarterback Andrew Knizner (11) hands the ball off to running back Lawrence Jones as they work to create some breathing room from deep inside their end of the field Above: DB Ryan Mallory were part of Patriot Quarterback Chesdin Harrington (9) rolls out under pressure from Hanover defensive end see HAWKS, pg. 31 `

Dylan Jackson (41).

Jackets christen Day Field with win, 21-6

By Thomas C. Dozier for The Mechanicsville Local Saturday was a special day at Randolph-Macon College as the school dedicated both the John B. Werner Pavilion at the McGrawPage Library and the renovated Day Field.

“This is indeed cause for celebration,” said R-MC President Robert R. Lindgren.

The Randolph-Macon football team then added an exclamation point to the festivities with an impressive 21-6 win over visiting Averett in front of 2,617 fans.

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The renovations, which were made possible through the generous support of alumni, parents, and Yellow Jackets fans, changed the field from an east-west direction to north-south configuration. Other additions included a turf playing surface, stadium lights, new brick walkways, a new press box, visitor stands, and a walking track.

Even though the field was positioned differently, the Yellow Jackets’ win proved the program is headed in a familiar direction, as it has been the past eight years under head coach Pedro Arruzaespecially after last week’s lopsided

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loss at Johns Hopkins.

“The defense played well but we were a little sloppy at times,” Arruza said. “I thought we ran the ball better today and definitely played better on defense. But we are not as good as we should be, but we have a chance to get better the ability is there but the toughness is see JACKETS, pg. 35 ` Frank Straus/For The Local

At right: Randolph Macon’s Tom Solak (43) wraps up Averett’s Kirkland Brown (14) as Jake Brigham (40) closes in. Solak had six tackles in RMC’s 21-6 win over the Cougars.

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the Hawks’ defensive force to be reckoned with. “[I was] just playing my hardest for my team and doing whatever I could to make them win,” Haynesworth said.

Three minutes and seven short plays later, Hanover senior quarterback Andrew Knizner connected with junior Josh Harris on an 8-yard pass into the end zone.

Kicker Jacob Rozsahegyi connected on the first of five extra points…and so it began.

The Hawks’ performance brought a plethora of cheers from the swollen ranks of Hanover fans filling the stands as they chanted, “This is our house,” making their expectations of the outcome clear. They were not to be disappointed.

“The one thing we wanted was tempo; we had a good job on tempo,” said an excited Hanover head coach Joshua Just.

The outcome was not a result of the Pats failure to put in a good effort…they did. They were simply outmatched.

With the help of two Hawk penalties, big ground gains from senior running back Otis Harris and a 24-yard run from junior RB Daquan Morris, the Patriots advanced as close as the Hanover’s 16. But then the Hawks’ D-line kicked in, backing the Pats up 15 yards to set up a second Patriot turnover as Mallory came up with his first of two interceptions.

However, with the help of a Hanover penalty, Patrick Henry’s defense forced the Hawks to punt without moving the chains.

For Just, there is still progress to be made. “I know defensively we had some coverage breakdowns we need to fix up and make sure we improve in those areas,” he said. “So, we’ll take care of that. Offensively [there were] some assignment issues up front we had to go over a couple of times and once

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Hanover’s Sam Rogers (10) finds his hole stopped up by a surging Patriot defensive line and looks to cut back for another option.

we did, we were fine. Obviously I’d like to get it a little more smooth; but, overall, I was really happy with their effort and the way they went after it today.”

Despite the penalties, Hanover’s offense was relentless, and its defense stubborn from a scoring perspective for the Patriots.

Hanover senior running back LJ Jones racked up three touchdown runs of 29, 10, and 24 yards respectively. Senior wide receiver Usman Mahmood pulled down a 12-yard TD and to cap off the last of the scoring Lamont Stubbs recovered a blocked punt in the end zone to score.

With a big lead, Just had no qualms giving his younger players fourth quarter experience.

“Some bad things happened early, I know they had a turnover; we came back and made some great plays defensively,” Just said. “And having things like that was good. We have some great leadership on this team; and we have some fairly good depth on this team. So, I was really happy when some of our younger guys came in at the end, and I thought they did a really good job too.”

Just before the half, one

of the smallest players on the Hawks’ team put a mighty hit on Harris and was flagged for talking about it. Hanover was called for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, giving the Pats a first down when they were facing third-and-10.

“We just pulled the young man out and talked to him,” Just said. “He made an energy play and I don’t mind aggressive mistakes. I think it’s something you’ll have to watch in the future. But when you have a kid that weighs about 120 lbs make a hit like that, he just didn’t know what to do; he had to say something. He really didn’t say it to the kid...it was where he was standing. He said it to his teammates, and you can’t do that. It was the right call. And the next time he did it, he ran off the field and jumped in and grabbed a teammate.

“But when you’re that small, and you make a hit like that, you gotta be a little bit excited.

You can celebrate a little,” Just said.

Hanover senior quarterback, wide receiver, and linebacker, Sam Rogers, had a huge evening offensively and defensively, making key plays to help shut down Patriot drives and

opening up scoring opportunities for the Hawks, yet, when asked about his performance, he simply gave high praise for his team.

“It was just a really good game overall by our team,” he NO. 1 HERMITAGE 35, LEE-DAVIS 7 Niko Johnson threw for 251 yards and four touchdowns and added 90 yards rushing and a score in the Panthers’ victory over the Confederates.

Jayshaun Lewis had two receiving touchdowns, Nate Roscoe had 5 yards on three catches and a touchdown and Jaleen McNeil had a 54-yard scoring catch for the Panthers (2-0).

Darrian Henley (11tackles) and Kennsel Anderson (10) led Hermitage’s defense.

Chris Simpson’s 130 yards rushing led the Confederates (0-1).

said. “The offensive line did a great job; defensive line did a great job freeing us up to make great plays in the backfield. It was just a great all-around team win. No one person did it.”

One key play by Rogers came on Hanover’s third scoring drive.

Fresh off yet another PH turnover, Rogers took the handoff then cut back against the flow for a 54-yard gain.

“The offensive line did a great job of washing them all to the one side of the play,” Rogers said. “I decided to cut back and it ended up working out. And we got a really good block on the edge there by Trent Underdown, so that was good.”

Knizner, who threw two TD passes, also was unwilling to take much credit for his accomplishments of the evening. “I am only as good as my offensive line and my receivers,” he said.

“I think the offensive line did a great job. We came out physical, we ran a high tempo, high

energy; and that really contributed to our win.”

Still, Knizner was satisfied with his own performance. “I stayed within myself, within my re-progression; and I just did what I was coached.”

The victory showed the Hawks are playing as a team, and as such, they are providing a dynamic impetus this football season.

Hanover travels to J.R. Tucker this Friday night while Patrick Henry hosts Atlee. Both games kickoff at 7 p.m.

Patrick Henry........... 0 0 0 0— 0 Hanover.................... 7 20 14 0— 41 H — Harris 8 pass from Knizner (Rozsaheygi kick) H — Jones 29 run (Rozsaheygi kick) H — Jones 10 run (kick failed) H — Usman Mahmood 12 pass from Knizner (Rozsaheygi kick) H — Jones 24 run (Rozsaheygi kick) H — Stubbs punt block recovered in end zone (Rozsaheygi kick)

ATLEE 41, DEEP RUN 37 Kenner Berry connected with wide receiver Chad Jacob for a 20-yard touchdown with 37 seconds remaining in the game to give Atlee a victory over Deep Run. Berry threw for two touchdowns and ran for another to help the Raiders rally from a 24-14 halftime deficit.

Deep Run’s Chris Ferguson rushed for 79 yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries. He scored on a 1-yard run to give the Wildcats a 37-34 lead.

ESSEX 41, K, WILLIAM 26 Dominek Broaddus threw for 466 yards with four touchdowns and had a rushing score as Essex (3-0) defeated King William.

Freeman McPhearson had 104 yards rushing and 147 passing yards along with three scores for the Cavaliers (1-1).

Shawn Chandler had a 106 rushing yards and a touchdown for King William.

Atlee.......................... 0 14 21 6— 41

Essex........................ 0 27 7 7 —41 King William.......... 0 0 12 14 — 26 E— Taylor 15 pass from Broaddus (Compton kick) E— Jones 75 pass from Broaddus (kick failed) E—Rowling4run (Warepass from Broaddus) E— Bundy 14 pass from Broaddus (kick failed) Hermitage................. 14 14 7 0—35 KW— Waace 7 pass from Lee-Davis..................... 0 0 0 7— 7 McPhearson (pass failed) H — Lewis 25 pass from Johnson KW— Gresham 10 pass from McPhearson (pass failed) (Stiebel kick) H — Roscoe 89 pass from Johnson E— Jones 86 pass from Broaddus (Compton kick) (Stiebel kick) KW— Chandler 20 run (Chandler H — McNeil 54 pass from Johnson (Stiebel kick) H — Johnson 35 run pass from Jones) E— Broaddus 42 run (Compton (Stiebel kick) H — Lewis 7 pass from Johnson kick) KW— Gresham 38 pass from (Stiebel kick) McPhearson (run failed) L — Brown 5 run (Lewis kick)

Deep Run................. 10 14 7 6 —37 DR — Connoly 14 pass from McCray (Voahcevick kick) DR — FG Voahcevick 23 DR — Isom 33 run (Voahcevick kick) A — Jackson 66 run (Crestentini kick) DR — Isom 20 run (Voahcevick kick) A — Thomas 20 pass from Berry (Crestentini kick) A — Thomas 99 kickoff return (Crestentini kick) A — Jackson 4 run (Crestentini kick) DR — Ferguson 1 run (Voahcevick Kick) A — Berry 1 run (Crest kick) DR — Ferguson 1 run (pass failed) A — Jacobs 20 pass from Berry (run failed)

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Female future in NASCAR starts with the young

By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com NASCAR continually seeks new avenues to increase its fan base and recently the focus has turned towards a younger audience, not only introducing them to NASCAR but educating them on how they can become a part of the sport themselves.

Along with the growth of interest in youngsters, the participation among females has steadily increased, but it still has miles to go before reaching the comparable 60-40 male-female demographics of the NASCAR fan base.

As little as two decades ago any female desire to be part of NASCAR faced a virtual glass door. Only 16 women have competed on the Sprint Cup level between 1949 and 2012, half of which raced prior to 1955.

“It wasn’t long ago that women weren’t invited in the garage,” said veteran NASCAR driver Jeff Burton. “You didn’t see a whole lot of women in the garage. The ones that you saw were women that were working in public relations groups and things like that.”

Burton recognized the groundbreaking presence of Janet Guthrie, who had 33 starts between 1976 and 1980, but he also pointed out she was an anomaly.

“This was a man’s sport,” Burton said. “Young girls didn’t feel welcome I’m sure. If you have a young generation that looks into the garage and sees no women, you know something has to change.”

Likewise, Burton said he felt that it took more than just Guthrie’s presence to make a difference.

“You don’t just stop, draw the line and say everybody’s welcome and turn around overnight,” he said. In the 22 years after Guthrie, only five women

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Above: NASCAR driver Danica Patrick, right, signs an autograph for a young female fan during race weekend at Richmond International Raceway. At right: Nationwide driver Johanna Long talks with an ESPN crew member. Both Patrick and Long are part of an increasing female presence in NASCAR that started with increasing awareness among young girls to future potential in the sport.

have driven on NASCAR’s highest level.

But that could be changing.

While Danica Patrick has been the lone female driver to compete in the Sprint Cup in the last 17 years, since 2001, 13 women have run in the Nationwide Series and 18 in the Camping World Truck Series.

While it is difficult to target exactly what led to change, it can be surmised with the growth and exposure of women’s talents in other sports, such as basketball, soccer and softball, more and more young women began to recognize their potential as competitors.

But to match the recognition of ability, there needed to be young women with an interest to compete on the track.

For Patrick, the most recognizable female racer today, interest in becoming a driver was actually sparked by a desire to keep up with her older sister Brooke. “My sister wanted to race and I just didn’t want to get left out,” Patrick said.

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Patrick also benefited by the fact that her father TJ was a driver.

“My dad’s been in racing my whole life, so it was really just something to spend time together on weekends and family and have a family activity,” she said. “It wasn’t for anything other than that and it kind of took on a life of its own. It was really just a family activity.”

Likewise, 20-year-old Nationwide up-and-comer Johanna Long grew up under a similar scenario but admitted that her father Donald was reluctant to support her racing, at least at first. However, Donald’s resistance was due to the fact he was often on the road racing late models.

“He didn’t really say no but he kind of held it off,” Long said.

“When I turned 8 years old he was like, ‘Okay, I’ll slow down racing,’ because he was gone all the time. ‘I’ll slow down, I’ll do it.’ He finally let me get into it and I’ve never looked back since.”

But becoming a driver is not always inherent between fathers and daughters. Burton had no qualms about allowing his daughter Paige to race, but Paige felt differently.

“I asked her a hundred times,” Burton said. “I said, ‘Do you want to race?’ ” Paige did not. “She didn’t care about it because she was a girl,” Burton said. “I think she just didn’t care about it.”

However, it is apparent that more and more young women do not share Paige’s feelings.

Even though she is not far removed from the go-kart ranks herself, Long has noticed a much greater interest among female drivers.

“There’s a lot more younger girls getting into it now than when I started racing,” she said.

“I don’t remember racing with any females and now they’re starting to come out and getting into go-karts and getting into late models. It’s really cool to see.”

Burton said he believes the

solution to greater diversity in NASCAR down the road will derive from the young women of today.

“No question, there’s several girls that race with my son (Harrison) and to me that’s the whole key,” Burton said. “We’ve got to have young women that are interested; 6-, 7-, 8-year-olds interested. You get them started early, because if you start when you’re 15, you’re way too far behind.”

Patrick is often approached by young girls interested in becoming drivers and she always offers sound advice for entering any sphere of racing.

“First off, I tell them, they want to be a driver that’s fine.

If they don’t want to be a driver, then find what you like to do,” Patrick said. “That’s the most important thing.

“If it is being a driver you just have to have a goal, have a lofty goal that you want and never forget it and just keep taking opportunities,” Patrick said.

“Take opportunities to drive for different cars, drive for different people, drive in different parts

of the country. Don’t be afraid to try new things or new places.

That’s how you get better. That’s how you learn and that’s how you stumble across the right person that notices you.”

The current exposure of female racers such as Patrick and Long further opens the eyes of young women when it comes to their potential in racing.

“I feel like a lot of people probably believe it now,” Long said. “They believe it because they see a lot of females out there doing it. You have Danica then you have me in the Nationwide Series and it kind of gives them hope for it because it’s hard to get to this level, it really is. Once you get there you’ve accomplished a lot.”

Though there has been substantial growth in the area of attracting females and minorities to NASCAR, the next major obstacle is to remove such labels.

Burton feels it will be a long time before such drivers are thought of in terms other than their gender or ethniticity. see FEMALE, pg. 34 `

Gordon edges Busch on wild and wet night Hamlin enters Chase as leader

By Charlie Leffler cleffler@mechlocal.com NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon has won four Sprint Cup championships over his long and stellar career but he celebrated second place in the Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond with the same enthusiasm.

In a Sprint Cup race that ended six and one half hours after it was scheduled to begin due to multiple rain delays, Gordon saw a year’s worth of highs and lows before edging Kyle Busch by three points to earn the final Wild Card slot for this year’s Chase.

“I went from last week being the most disappointed I’ve ever been to finish second to the most excited I’d ever been to finish second tonight,” Gordon said. “Wow, what a race for us.

“You can look at this race and all the things that have gone wrong for us this year, everything went right for us tonight,”

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he said.

Gordon came to Richmond needing to finish 13 spots ahead of Busch in order to make the Chase but the goal seemed impossible for a majority of the race.

Gordon started second, passed pole setter and teammate Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the first green flag lap but from that point on his night began going downhill- rapidly.

“We just flat out missed the set up at the beginning,” Gordon said.

By lap 62, Gordon had dropped to 19th with apparently no hope of making the Chase as Busch continued to

run ahead of him.

Though most of the NASCAR world expected chaos to rule as eight drivers scrambled for the two Wild Card spots, it was an exceptionally clean race with only one wreck that involved multiple cars.

Ironically, Clint Bowyer, who lost a tire on lap 236 as the result of contact with Juan Pablo Montoya, ended up winning the race.

However, the biggest battle for every team was calculating how the weather would affect the outcome and length of the race. Rain delayed the start by 90 minutes then brought on a 51:45 minute red flag stop 139

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The fight for the final Wild Card spot in the NASCAR Chase came down to Jeff Gordon, left and Kyle Busch, right. Above: It was Gordon that joined 11 other drivers in NASCAR’s Top-12.

laps in.

The cars were parked and as Gordon walked away clearly unhappy with his performance.

“I was not very smiling and happy at that one red flag,” Gordon said. “I was pretty ticked off that we got that far

behind.”

When racing resumed, Gordon dropped as far as 31st before everything began to click. Changes made by crew chief Allen Gustafson allowed him to charge up through the pack.

“Luckily, Allen and the engineers got together and found the tools we utilized to make the car better,” Gordon said.

Throughout the race, Gordon did not want to be told see CHASE, pg. 34 `

NASCAR Notes from Richmond International Raceway Bad car or bad driver?

Defending NASCAR Sprint Cup champion driver Tony Stewart was so disappointed in the performance of his Office Depot Chevy during the first practice in Richmond that he began questioning himself.

“I’m starting to question whether somebody else can drive it better than me at this point in the equation,” Stewart said. “I just can’t get it to do what I want it to do at any point.”

Knowing who your fans are When NASCAR driver Ryan Newman was posed a question about fan base statistics, he deferred to a fellow driver, who he considered an expert in the subject field. Newman was asked whether he knew of an increase among young female race fans.

The pressure of “I don’t know the demoSprint Cup racing graphics. I don’t see them,” Carl Edwards came into Newman said. “That’s prob- Richmond knowing his only ably a better question for Kasey chance to make the NASCAR Kahne.”

Sprint Cup Chase was by win-

I thought, there’s no way guys can do this every week. There’s so much hype and pressure and microscope is right on you all the time. I’ve learned over the years through some of these battles to deal with some of the stresses and not let them affect the way I perform.”

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Fatherhood has made NASCAR driver a calmer but perhaps not gentler person.

ning the Federated Auto Parts 400. Though the situation put him under pressure, Edwards felt his years in racing had readied him.

“I tell you, this sport will toughen you up in any number of ways,” he said. “There is pressure every week. The first couple weeks I ran Cup,

The calming effects of fatherhood…or maybe not In July NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick became a father for the first time when his wife DeLana gave birth to their son Keelan.

For Harvick, fatherhood has changed his perspective on life in general. “Even when it’s a bad day you go home and he’s happy about having gas,” he said. “He

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doesn’t care about what you do on the race track. He doesn’t know. It doesn’t matter so it’s fun to go home and there’s nothing like holding him your arms and that part is something that I’ve never experienced in my life so that’s a great experience so far. I think it’s made me better at the race track to be around and put things in perspective.”

Though historically known for his fits of anger, Harvick feels Keelan’s presence has allowed him to handle situations in a more rational manner.

“There are just so many things in my life that are better this year than last year,” Harvick said. “And the beginning of the see NOTES, pg. 34 `

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crew had to retighten a loose lug nut and dropped him back in the field barely out of Wild Card contention to finish 16th.

“We missed, plain and simple,” said a clearly frustrated Busch afterwards.

When Busch stopped on pit road following the race, team owner Joe Gibbs gave him some others.

“There’s just not sponsorship dollars that there used to be,” Burton said. “If this was 10 years ago, Johanna Long would be in a good Nationwide team. There used to be development dollars. There were enough sponsors where we could convince sponsors to go take a chance on a young driver -- not spend as much money, get more in return. Today, because of the economy the way it is, we have to take experienced race-winning drivers and put the sponsorship with them because there’s not enough to go around.”

At the same time, Burton said he feels women as well as minorities should be gaining support. “The sport is thriving for a female, for a minority,” he said. “It’s thriving for that.”

In 49 Nationwide starts, Patrick has a fourth place finish and five top-10s.

Long has 15 Nationwide starts in her rookie season and is currently ranked 19th in

be successful. It doesn’t matter points.

Long made a clear statement what gender you are, what race on her talents in Richmond by you are. It doesn’t matter. It is qualifying eighth In the Virginia probably the most open of all 250 then racing to fifth by lap 30. sports to everyone although we don’t have any However, a minority drivbad pit stop ers in the Cup dropped her “It’s not about level. back in trafbeing a female “It’s easy fic and led to in the sport, it’s to say it’s not, an accident about having the but there’s no from where dedication and reason that she finished the drive to be a we don’t have 32nd. driver.” more women N o and we don’t female has JOHANNA LONG have more ever won in NASCAR Nationwide driver m i n or it i e s ,” NASCAR’s Burton said. “I top three series, but such success is only still don’t understand why we a matter of time. Though often don’t to be quite honest.”

Times are changing with the erroneously labeled as behind the times, no other professional growing interest among young sport provides such an even women and the future of a female presence in NASCAR playing field as NASCAR. “There’s no reason why a could be quite bright with drivfemale cannot be a successful ers such as Carl Edwards, Jimmie race car driver,” Burton said. Johnson, Ryan Newman, Jeff “You have the talent and you Gordon and Matt Kenseth all have the right group, you can having daughters.

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by his crew where he stood in the Wild Card race.

“We discussed prior to the race we weren’t going to talk about it until that final run and even in that final run, they just kept saying ‘Go get that next one. Go get that next one. Okay, go get that next one’,” Gordon said.

However, when Gordon came up behind Mark Martin, needing to pass the #55 to take second, he sensed something different from his crew chief.

“Allen got pretty animated when he said, ‘You’ve got to get the 55. You have to get the 55’,” Gordon said. “I kind of had an idea that would get us in, but he never did say it.”

It wasn’t until the race ended that Gordon discovered he’d made the cut.

“I felt like I won the race tonight,” Gordon said. “When that was over and they told me

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I’m in the Chase and we made it, I was ecstatic. To me if you have that kind of effort, fall back and almost win the race and finish second and make it in by one point“I still can’t believe that we did it,” Gordon said.

The feelings were completely opposite for Busch who saw

a Chase berth slip through his fingers.

Though not running on par with his average 4.5 finish at Richmond, throughout a majority of the race Busch maintained the necessary point lead over Gordon to hold onto the final Wild Card slot. But confusion on a late pit stop, lost time as his

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One obstacle towards such equalization stems from the fact that some female drivers, such as Patrick, have gained their popularity by marketing themselves by gender.

“She’s really put out there ‘I’m a woman.’ And that’s part of the whole thing about her,” Burton said. “She’s ‘I’m going to be a race car driver’ and ‘Oh, I’m a woman too.’ That’s part of the attraction about her.

“We’ve got to get through that barrier,” Burton said. “Now, I’m not saying she’s doing anything wrong, but certainly they don’t promote her the same way they promote Jimmie Johnson and they use her differently.

They’ve used her being feminine and being attractive and they’ve used that as part of the marketing. And we’ve got to get through that too . . . I think that’s many years away.”

For Long, racing has never

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NASCAR veteran Jeff Burton has seen an increasing interest among young girls who want to race. However, he also believes the sport has a long way to go for the playing field to be even.

been a matter of gender.

“It’s not about being a female in the sport, it’s about having the dedication and the drive to be a driver. I am a female, but it’s something that I love to do and I’ve never looked at myself just as a female driver.”

However, marketing and sponsorship for any driver are

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simply not easy to come by in the current economy.

Long is one such example.

Even though she has proven herself as a driver and has a competent ML Motorsports team around her, on the track they cannot compete against the funding from the likes of Hendrick, Gibbs, Penske and

Hamlin claimed the top slot heading into the final 10 races of the Chase. Jimmie Johnson, Tony Stewart and Brad Keselowski are second through fourth, three points back. Greg Biffle and Bowyer are fifth and sixth at -6 while Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Matt Kenseth are seventh and eighth at -9. Kevin Harvick, Martin Truex Jr., Kahne and Gordon round out the field 12 points behind Hamlin.

Hendrick Motorsports placed all four of their cars in the Chase, Gordon, Johnson, Kahne and Earnhardt in the Chase.

quick advice before he exited the car.

“Handle it the right way,” Busch said Gibbs told him.

Busch, who is prone to fits of anger, felt otherwise. “There’s no right way to handle this situation,” he said and refused to address the media further.

Facing a greater challenge than Gordon, driver Ryan Newman came to Richmond knowing that a win was his only means of making the Chase.

Like Gordon, Newman fell back in the pack but late pit strategy put him in position to take the lead from teammate Tony Stewart with 101 laps to go.

However, running on older tires Newman could not maintain the position and finished eighth.

Kasey Kahne finished 12th which was good enough to maintain his hold on the first Wild Card slot.

With four wins on the season, and 2012 points, Denny

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SPRINT CUP CHASE SEEDINGS 1. Denny Hamlin 2. Jimmie Johnson 3. Tony Stewart 4. Brad Keselowski 5. Greg Biffle 6. Clint Bowyer 7. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 8. Matt Kenseth 9. Kevin Harvick 10. Martin Truex Jr. 11. Kasey Kahne 12.Jeff Gordon

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Above: Randolph Macon President Robert Lindgren spoke at the dedication of the renovated Day Field football complex. Above right: Will McGhee (27) follows his blocks on his way to an 183 yard day. RMC defeated Averett 21-6 for the first win on the newly renovated Day Field.

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not there yet.”

It was in the second half when the Yellow Jackets displayed their dominance as the defense held the visiting Cougars to a mere 29 yards.

Meanwhile the R-MC offense rolled to 221 yards thanks in large part to a tremendous game by junior Will McGhee, who returned from defensive back. The 5-10, 185-pounder carried the ball a game-high 25 times for 183 yards.

“That is where he belongs (at running back),” Arruza aid.

“He is a natural running back and we recruited him as a running back but he had to play him on defense last year. He played hard and with him we were able to run the ball and that is what we do.”

Things didn’t go smoothly in the early going for home team.

R-MC’s first drive was moving nicely before Averett’s Jagger Johnson and David Stigall hit Yellow Jacket sophomore quarterback Zac Naccarato in the backfield. The ball came loose

and Stigall recovered at the 38 yard line.

The Yellow Jacket defense, led by Tom Solak and Michael Weldon, forced the Cougars into a long fourth down situation. But after a R-MC timeout, Averett opted for the fake punt and up-man Owen Hayden went inside for 37 yards to put the Cougars on the Yellow Jackets 15-yard line.

The Randolph-Macon defense, which was stout in the red zone all game, held the Cougars to a 21-yard field goal

by Ryan Ristaino.

R-MC had the answer. Four plays later Naccarato went up the middle and scooted down the left sideline. Aided by a terrific down-field block by Kyle Norton, Naccarato made history by scoring the first touchdown at the newly refurbished Day Field.

Norton was rewarded for his effort as he ran in for the two-point conversion and an 8-3 lead R-MC would not relinquish.

The Cougars pulled to within two points when Ristaino drilled a 35-yard field goal early in the second quarter, but that

would be as close as the team from the USA South would get.

Averett later attempted a 46-yard field goal but it was blocked by Lee-Davis alum Calvin Davis.

Defense helped R-MC find their rhythm in the second half.

Solak, who finished with six tackles, had a sack along with a sack apiece from Ian Candelaria (game-high seven tackles) Davis and David Fetter (Lee-Davis).

“We worked hard and were charged up,” Solak said. “We tried to take control and get the ball back for the offense.”

Solak said the fake punt was a concern but only made them dig in more.

“We never want to give up any yardage,” Solak added. “So that just made us hold stronger.

We were please that we held them to a field goal because we knew if we if we would be quick to the ball on defense we could contain them. And we knew eventually the offense would get going. It is a team effort, and if the defense needs to make the play, we need to make the play.

“We knew going in this was going to be a battle and our job on defense was to hold them.

But it all started at practice this week when the No. 1 offense went against the No. 1 defense.

They pushed us to stop the run, and I think we helped them work on establishing the run.”

Randolph-Macon showed its superiority to start the second half as they crafted their best drive of game. With Naccarato converting on a third-down and a crucial fourth down run, the Yellow Jackets marched 73 yards on 14 plays, and scored on a 6-yard touchdown pass from Naccarato to Conor Moe. Sophomore Clint Herrmann, filling in for injured kicker Josh Storm, connected on the PAT. More importantly for the Yellow Jackets, the seized control of the game. R-MC outgained the visitors 120-34 in the third quarter, outscored them 7-0, and maintained possession for 11 minutes.

From there, it was more of the same. Mixing a heavy dose of McGhee and Drake Sanders, the Yellow Jackets quickly marched down the field and scored their final touchdown on a 1-yard plunge by Naccarato to provide the final margin.

Naccarato finished the day

73 yards rushing on nine carries and accumulated 102 yards in the air (11-of-16) while Sanders finished with 68 yards on 19 carries.

“We really complement each other,” McGhee said of Sanders.

“He is constantly motivated me to hit the holes had and we both are agile and have similar running styles.”

Naccarato’s favorite target of the day was junior wide receiver Christian Cook, who hauled in five passes for 42 yards.

The Yellow Jackets are back in action, hosting Bethany (W.Va.) on Saturday at 1 p.m.

The Cougars are back at home against Guilford.

The bad news for RandolphMacon, Fred Mitchell Award nominee, kicker Josh Storm, will probably have an MRI of his knee to determine the extent of his knee injury.

Third Quarter RMC – Moe 6 pass from Naccarato (Herman kick) 7:51 Fourth Quarter RMC – Naccarato 1 run (kick failed) 12:16 RUSHING Averett: Hayden 1-37, Brown 12-33, White 13-29, Brown 5-minus 17.

Randolph-Macon: McGhee 25-183, Naccarato 9-73, Sanders 19-68, Cook 1-13, Hendren 1-1.

PASSING Averett: Brown 9-20-0-61 Randolph-Macon: Naccarato 11-160-102.

RECEIVING Averett: Stephens 3-15, White 2—9, Jones 1-16, Gillespie 1-15, Hughes 1-6, Brown 1-0.

Randolph-Macon: Cook 5-42, Sellers 3-32, Moe 2-22, Crouch 1-6.

NOTES Continued from pg. 33 b

year has been a struggle and we haven’t had the huge meltdown Averett....................... 3 3 0 0 – 6 and all the controversy and R-MC.......................... 8 0 7 6 – 21 what may come with it and this and that. It’s all been better.”

First Quarter Kinder yes, however, there’s A – FG Ristaino 21 (4:36) a bit of the old Harvick still in RMC – Naccarato 70 run (Norton reserve. “Not gentler,” he said. “I run) 3:03 Second Quarter still want to punch Kyle Busch A – FG Ristaino 35 (12:35) in the mouth.”

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CLASSIFIEDS APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED King William - Colonial Square 2-bdrm, eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer, excellent location.

From $715/mo. Call 804-769-0867, www.colonial-squareapartments.com

Homes for Sale HANOVER CO.: AREA 44 Charming 3 bedroom 2.5 bath Brick Cape in Mayfield Farms. First floor master, refinished hardwood floors, new paint, large laundry/mudroom and conditioned florida room. All sitting on almost 1 acre of park-like serenity. NEW PRICE $269,500.

Call Steve Landi with Neumann & Dunn (804) 4671015 for more details.

For Sale By Owner 3 BR 1 BA ranch w/ siding. 1,040 sq ft. 2 car detached garage on 3 acres in Hanover High District. New heat pump, roof, plumbing, hot water heater. Brick FP w/gas logs. 12 X 24 screened porch. Half open, half wooded lot. Zoned AR 3. Asking assessment $166,000. Call 357-0437 Mechanicsville - Great ranch starter home in the heart of Mech. w/ 2bdrms & 1, beautiful landscaping.

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Mechanicsville Now Leasing 2-bdrm/1-ba. spacious apts. Starting at $730/mo. incl. water, sewer & trash.

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Mechanicsville - B3 property approximately 2200 sq. ft on 1 acre. Corner of Pole Green Road & Rt. 360 at light. High visibility, heating, & A/C with large bathroom.

Available October 7th. $1,300/month. After 3-month becomes month to month lease. Call 804-779-2347

ATLEE HIGH SCHOOL 3,100 sq.ft. 3 Story Colonial. 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, 2 Car Garage. $1,800 per month. Available Oct. 1st.

Call Ann Lauterbach at 412-2331

OFFICE & DESK SPACE Mech.- Jackson Ave., ranch style building. Have your Office here & live here, or use entire space only as an Office. Large Reception / Sales area, 2 additional offices or living area, large kitchen, 1.5 ba, & Utility room. Heat Pump & C/A, County Water & Sewer. $900/mo. Owner/Agent 337-1370.

LAKESIDE Brick Rancher with 3 Bedrooms and 1 Car Garage.

Available Immediately.

Call Ann Lauterbach at 412-2331.

Mechanicsville - Remodeled Atlee Road home with central air. 3-bedroom, 2-bath, bonus room, large kitchen & fenced in yard. $1,200/month includes ALL utilities. Available NOW! Deposit required.

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Available November 1st! Section 8 approved.

Call Dennis 746-8630 or 513-0717.

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Uncontested Divorces & Separation Agreements

Uncontested Divorces $450 plus costs 804-564-0016 Susan H. Call, Esquire

Saturday Appointments 7301 Hanover Green Dr. Mechanicsville

CHILD CARE Affordable Child Care for All Ages. Infants welcome.

Mechanicsville Elementary School district.

Lots of Experience.

Call 723-5236 or 445-4808

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Call 350-6912 FT/PT openings in a Great, Learning & Loving Day Care. 25 yrs exp. Call 909-2333.

Loving Mother of two in Battlefield Green has child care openings for infant - afterschool.

Full Time and Part Time. Pole Green bus line.

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Mechanicsville area -experienced mom has opening for infants to preschool. Call 347-1249.

Announcements AUCTION SALES

Large Estate Auction Monday Sept. 17th 2012 @ 6:30PM 8073 Mechanicsville Turnpike Mechanicsville, Va. 23111 Selling the Parler Estate from Spotsylvania Co. Along with a local Hanover Estate.

Antique and Traditional Furniture, Sterling Silver, Ivory, Bronze cougar and other bronze, Military collectibles, Estate Jewelry, China, Glassware, Rare Griswold Clock and other antique clocks, Linens, Large Flat Screen TV and other electronics, Home and Garden, tools, etc.

CLEANING & HOUSEKEEPING

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We Specialize in Church Cleanings Residential and Commercial T-N-T Cleaning Inc. offers regular & Spring cleaning for res/comm. & new construction. Bonded.

Ins. Call 746-8805

COMPUTER SERVICES Computer Repair - all models. Sweep and clean, Build new laptops & netbooks, networking and Connectivity. Reasonable rates. Will Come to YOUR location. Call Harlan 804-539-1958

HAULING Abandoned Junk Cars Wanted Pay $300 up to $1,000. No title needed - free towing. 804-247-5263

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Hi, I’m LaClaire Sanders with Sanders Concierge!

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FOUND Found dog on 9/2/12 on 301 near Hanover Wayside park. Male dog, light brown with white on his face and chest. Please call 804-514-7752 if this is your dog.

GENERAL & SPECIAL NOTICES Christ United Methodist Church is currently Seeking Crafters for their annual Fall Bazaar on Sat. Oct. 6th. Contact Lisa 746-4871.

Our Bazaar includes Crafters, Blood Drive, Children’s Activities and Bake Sale!

YARD & ESTATE SALES 23116 - THE ULTIMATE SALE for Bargain Hunters!

Sat. 9/15, 8 am - 1 pm. Huge Annual Indoor Yard & Bake Sale. Church of the Redeemer.

8275 Meadowbridge Road, Mech. Across from Mem. Regional Med. Center. Enormous variety of furniture, household, electronics, toys, books clothing & more. Delicious baked goods.

All proceeds benefit Haiti. No early birds.

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Mechanicsville Flea Depot Antiques & Collectibles New Items & Old Items Indoors - Air Conditioned 7508 Old Mechanicsville Turnpike Mech., VA. 23111 Phone 559-9100 Thurs. - Sat. 10am-6pm & Sun 12-5pm Furniture, Jewelry, Antiques, Glassware, Knives, Toys, Electronics, Records, CDs, Videos, Movie DVDs, Collectibles, Tools, Decorative Items, Clothes, Books, Sports Memorabilia - 75 Booths Filled!

23111 Yard Sale Sat. Sept. 15th, 7 am - 6 pm 6420 Lark Way. Books, small appliances, household, clothes, holiday decor, ATA cases, sound equipment.

Estate /Moving Sale Fri. Sept. 14th & Sat. 15th, 8 am - 4 pm. 10046 Bird Dog Drive, 23116.

Furniture, household, tools, dolls, and toys.

Cash or Check only.

GARAGE SALE- Saturday, Sept. 15th 7 am until.

7931 Trumpetvine Lane in Pebble Creek. Household, decor, Longaberger, Pottery Barn, toys, American Girl, girl’s clothes size 10 -12, china set, exhaust for Titan, indoor shutters & much more!

Rain or Shine!

HUGE Moving Sale - Sat. Sept. 15th, 8 am - 1 pm.

9240 Wyattwood Road, Berkeley Forest Sub. Antiques, furniture, china, bric-a-brac, appliances, yard tools. Too much to mention.

Rain or shine.

Multi Family Yard Sale Sat Sept. 15th, 7 am - 2 pm.

Rain or shine. Old Black Creek Fire Department, McClellan Road, Mechanicsville, 23111.

Multi Family Yard Sale Sat. Sept. 15th, 8 am - 4 pm Pole Green & Verdi Lane Sat. Sept. 15th, 7 am- 12. 8052 Ellerson Station Dr. Girls clothing - Gymboree & Justice, toys, household items & much more.

Merchandise FIREWOOD & FUEL Firewood - Oak & Hickory. Small & Large Load Delivered. 804-746-1281

FURNITURE & HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Furniture for sale, 804-296-9552 - Computer Armoire, $400 OBO. The 2-piece armoire is on rollers & has a keyboard tray, tray for desk use, area for printer & tower, and has a built-in safe, shelves & drawers for storage. 4’ W x 7’ H x 2’D; Entertainment Center, $400 OBO. TV side is 43" W x 59"H x 24"D has disappearing wooden doors & 2 lg drawers. Component side is 23"W x 59"H x 24"D, has a glass door, 7 separate shelves.

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Bed - New Mattress Set in Plastic w/ warr. Full $99, Queen $109, King $189. Delivery/Lay -A-Way. Call 804-218-0680.

2009 20ft Trailer, Copper River Fabricators, 2/13 Inspection, 14,000GW. $3,500 Cash or Certified Check; 2007 John Deere 3320 Tractor, 110 hrs 32 1/2hp, W.R. Long 4 in 1 bucket. $18,000 Cash or Certified Check. Call 804-640-5010

Tiller for sale - Honda Cub Cadet RT-65 dual direction. One year old. Like new condition. $600. firm. Italian Coem black textured floor tiles 16" x 16" approx. 160 sq. ft. $200. Call 317-2767.

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All Aboard is seeking a full-time lead teacher to work M-F, 8am-5:15pm. Previous experience working in a child care setting with 2 year old children is required. Call 559-0101.

RESTAURANT & FOOD SERVICE LINE COOK needed for high end daily fee golf course. Basic culinary & kitchen operating procedures required. Serve Safe Certification & Banquet experience preferred. No Phone Calls. Interested applicants to complete employment application at 22490 Penola Rd Ruther Glen, VA.

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Education & Instruction ARTS & MUSIC Experienced Piano Teacher now accepting new student ages 6 years - Senior adults. Great for homeschoolers. My Studio or your home. References available. Call Laura Carr at 804-339-6267.

Recreation CAMPERS & TRAVEL TRAILERS 2008 Jayco Jay Feather 30U, excellent condition, big slide with sofa and dinette area, bedroom with queen size bed, double bunks, lots of countertop space and storage areas, AC/heat, elec awning, lots of extras, REDUCED $14,000 804-357-5918

Recruitment BANKING & REAL ESTATE Electronic Banking Team Leader: EVB is seeking a Team Leader for our Electronic Banking division located in Tappahannock. As Team Leader, you will lead a staff of at least 10 employees, while providing exceptional service to our customers and representing EVB in the community. To qualify, the ideal candidate must possess supervisory experience and a thorough understanding of bank operations and EFT processing (wires, ACH, ATMs, Debit Cards, Online Banking, etc). The candidate must work alternate hours which will include evenings and weekends. EVB offers an attractive benefits package. EVB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please apply online at www.bankevb.com/careers.

Electrical Helpers Good Driving Record & Own Transportation. Call 746-3122 TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS Drivers: Great flatbed opportunity.

Great wages & Benefits.

GUARANTEED HOME EVERY WEEKEND! Offering tuition reimbursement.

New trucks soon!

877-611-9716 Drivers: Dump Trailer Drivers Needed in Fredericksburg VA. Home Weekends. Great pay & benefits. Owner Ops also wanted. 540-898-1346

HEALTHCARE Chiropractic office seeks energetic and health conscious assistant with desire to help & educate other regarding health and wellness. Assist with exams, exercise programs and marketing. Experience a plus but will train the right candidate.

32 hrs/wk. M, W and TH 8:15am - 6:15, T 7:15am10:15 $10 – 12/hr. Email a brief paragraph to 2chirodocs@comcast.net about why you would be an asset to our business. Please copy your resume in the body of your email & not as an attachment.

NA or CNA Needed- NA or State Certified Nurse Aide for 3 hours, 3 days/weekdays. Patient resides in Mechanicsville. Contact Jeannie Miller, HR Director 804-674-7130 or hrchesterfield@caremedcares.c om Caremed, Inc. CNA, NA, or PCA - Need CNA, NA or PCA for a seven day case, 4 hours in the am and 2 hours M - F in the pm. Patient resides in Mechanicsville. Contact Jeannie Miller, HR Director, 804-674-7130 or hrchest erfield@caremedcares.com, Caremed, Inc.

Children and Youth Director. Enon United Methodist Church in Mechanicsville, VA is looking for a part-time director of children and youth ministries. This dedicated professional will coordinate a unifying vision, give direction, and equip lay leaders for Enon’s youth and children’s ministries.

Interested applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter to Pastor Jeff Harlow at enonumcsearch@gmail.com.

The letter should address your reasons for seeking the position including how this position is a response to your call to ministry. Experience with children and youth preferred. Salary commensurate with experience.

Personal Assistant- Individuals wanted to assist and support people with disabilities to live independently. Job tasks vary based on the needs of the person. Link to https://connect.publicpartn erships.com/va/login.aspx to indicate interest, skills, and availability.

Pro Maids is looking for dependable people who take pride in their work. Good pay + bonus. M-F Days. Use our car while on the job. Call 550-7171.

SALES New York Life Insurance Company District Agent’s office located in Mechanicsville is looking to expand its sales force. We desire applicants who value representing the largest mutual life insurance company in the United States* and one of the largest life insurers in the world. We are interested in career minded women and men seeking to maximize their earning potential and who will work hard to satisfy the needs of clients with integrity and humanity. Serious inquiries should forward their resume to Office Manager, Phyllis Martin, at pmartin0a@ft.newyorklife.com EOE M/F/D/V * Based on revenue as reported by “Fortune 500 ranked within Industries, Insurance: Life, Health (Mutual),” Fortune magazine, May 21, 2012. See http://www.money.cnn.com/magazines/fortune/ fortune500/2012/faz/formethodology.

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Pathologist in Richmond, VA. Sign-out responsibility in general surgical pathology; frozen sections; GYN/GU pathology; cytopathology incl. fine needle aspiration service; USFNA. Share on-call responsibilities w/surgical pathologists. Mail resume to D. Slayden, VCU Health System Authority, 701 East Franklin St, 9th Flr, Richmond, VA 23219.

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GENERAL EMPLOYMENT Mini Warehouse Assistant/Handyman with CDL & basic computer knowledge.

Please send resume to: Applicant, P.O. Box 1134, Mechanicsville, VA. 23111

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Cheering on Atlee

Social Services officers discuss benefits, demand in demand for the agency’s ser- Cold Harbor District while Fuller is from Mechanicsville. vices.

Lynn H. Saunders and David Four-year terms are appointed With a mission to help those by the Hanover County Board who are least able to help them- W. Fuller moved into their new of Supervisors. selves, the newly-elected chair positions on July 27. Both are Saunders, in the role and vice chair of the Hanover now in their seventh year on of chair, said she sees firstCountySocialServicesAdvisory the board. see NEED, pg. 25 ` Saunders represents the Board talked about the increase

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CRH Electric - Licensed Master Electrician Affordable rates. Service change, additions, receptical replacement, all trouble shooting. www.crh-electric.com or Call 439-3470 BBB

Local teen taking talents to Texas

By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Abram Dean’s “first real thing” in terms of performing paid off earlier this year when he captured the title of Hanover Junior Idol.

Thanks to some encouragement from his mom Debbie Lunsford, he took the leap into the world of music. And now the 16-year-old from Mechanicsville is preparing to move to Texas to pursue his dream.

On Aug. 20, Abram and his mother will head to Dallas where he has been accepted to study — and hone his skills — with the Linda Septien Entertainment Group.

Debbie said she suggested Abram enter the Hanover Arts and Activities Centersponsored Idols competition because he “wants to get into this music thing, so let’s see TEEN, pg. 14 `

Photo courtesy of Brian Sizemore/The Wayne County (W.Va.) News

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

School district again expects full accreditation For the ninth consecutive year, Hanover County Public Schools will again receive 100 percent full accreditation.

According to Dale S. Theakston, communications specialist, the accreditation is determined based on the 200910 Standards of Learning assessments. Preliminary information from the Virginia Department of Education indicates the accreditation status.

Final accreditation reports are expected on Sept. 15.

County receives VACo honor

Hanover County has been recognized by the Virginia Association of Counties as the recipient of the 2010 Achievement Award for the Dominion Resources Greentech Incubator.

The county was honored for its model local government program in the category of Community/Economic

Development.

VACo received 60 entries for the statewide contest.

Former Hanover County assistant administrator Marilyn Blake joined Lane Ramsey, former Chesterfield County administrator, and Tedd Povar, associate director of the Virginia Institute of Government, in judging this see HONOR, pg. 4 `

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What to do about pesky floor squeaks and creaks o you ever feel like you’re trying to avoid tripping off an alarm as you’re carefully tiptoe through your living room? Except instead of an alarm, you’re hoping not to trigger that familiar creak or groan of the floorboards. It’s happened to everybody, and at times it wakes up the newborn (or anyone else who is asleep), interrupts home-office calls, and lets everyone in the house know about your midnight snack run to the fridge.

Sound familiar? If so, you probably assumed a squeaky floor was something you’d have to live with. Contrary to popular belief, however, a squeak in the floor is relatively easy to repair. One product that makes this home improvement so simple is Squeeeeek No More, a squeaky floor elimination kit that works on carpeted, vinyl and hardwood floors, and is available at Home Depot.

It used to be that home improvement experts advised only going underneath a floor to fix a creaky floorboard.

However, second floors cannot be repaired this way, due to the first floor ceiling. Your grandparents probably advised using talcum powder, liquid wax or powdered soap between the floorboards of that hardwood floor to stop it from squeaking.

With new products, all of these old-fashioned remedies can be forgotten. There is no need to lift up any carpet or floorboards and the task can be performed on top of the flooring. All it takes is a power drill and the provided hardware from the kit.

Squeaks occur when shrinks and gaps develop around different flooring elements. For example, in most creaky floors,

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a nail that was used to fasten the floor has become loose and a squeak happens as a result of the nail rubbing on the sub floor. It’s also possible that wooden planks have loosened from the joist below them and are rubbing against one another.

For homeowners with carpeted floors, Squeeeeek No More uses a tool that will find the location of the floor joists from above the floor. After locating the joists, an alignment and depth-control fixture allows you to drill through the carpet with one of the provided screws into the joist where the squeak exists. The screw will tighten the floor planks back onto the joist without ruining the floor or having to go underneath it.

The alignment fixture has a screw gripper on one side that will snap off the screw head so there are no dangerous nails or screws sticking out of the carpet.

Doing away with creaky floors can be a big aid when it comes time to sell a home.

There is nothing more unattractive to prospective home buyers than noisy squeaks and creaks coming from the floor.

By eliminating squeaks, you’ll be able to keep potential buyers’ attention focused on the beauty of your home.

Parents with babies or small children will also appreciate giving their little ones a good night’s rest, free from loud creaks. More importantly, hungry members of the household will finally be able to reach the refrigerator at midnight without waking up the entire household.

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There is nothing more unattractive to prospective home buyers than noisy squeaks and creaks coming from the floor.

Bathroom remodels that look like a million bucks — for $1,000 or less —

1. Redo walls and floors The key to bringing this job in under $1,000 is to do the work yourself. The actual materials – paint for the walls and tile, stone or vinyl for the floor – can be purchased for a relatively low cost. By doing the work yourself, you avoid high labor charges. Most bathrooms require only a gallon or two of paint, so you can easily stay on budget even if you purchase a high-end brand.

It’s also possible to find plenty of cost-effective flooring options, from luxury materials like marble to more economical ones such as ceramic tile or vinyl. After the materials, your second biggest investment for this project will be the time it takes to learn how to do the job right.

Fortunately, you’ll find plenty of educational material online and many home improvement stores even offer free classes in how to lay new floors.

2. Switch out the shower door After the walls and floor, the shower door is probably the third largest surface – and design element – in your bathroom. Unless your home was custom-built, chances are your shower door is bland and basic, albeit functional. Replacing a plain shower door with one that features a design, pattern or frosting can add personal flair

to a bathroom. Manufacturers like Sterling offer a variety of shower doors that are both beautiful and functional, including patterned shower doors. In addition, Sterling’s frameless doors feature the company’s trademarked ClearCoat technology, which creates a barrier between the water and glass to keep the door looking pristine and new. Prices vary depending on the style of door you choose, but you’ll find many budgetfriendly options.

3. Swap out the shower enclosure Cracked, chipped ceramic tile or an old, stained shower enclosure can make your bathroom look tired, dated and dirty. Replacing the shower enclosure can give the room a whole new look. Plus, if you only have a tub and would like to add a shower, an enclosure is a fast, easy and cost-effective way to achieve your goal. Or if a tub doesn’t suit your design and lifestyle needs, you can replace it with a shower enclosure.

Products like Sterling Ensemble Curve shower enclosures are sized to fit standard 5-foot bath alcove spaces, and installation doesn’t require you to move the drain location. Replacing a tub with an enclosure makes for a spacious, luxurious showering experience. The Sterling products start for less than $700.

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4. Update fixtures Few bathroom upgrades have a greater impact on efficiency and beauty the way changing fixtures can. Whether you opt for a lowflow showerhead or a high-efficiency toilet that requires less water to flush, replacing older fixtures can update the look of a bathroom and yield long-term savings on utility bills. With abundant color, shape and design options in everything from commodes to sinks, faucets to shower controls, it’s possible to find fixtures that suit every design taste – and price point. Smart shoppers can find budget-friendly options that will allow them to replace more than one item, giving a bathroom a fresh look and feel.

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Generally, people renovate or remodel bathrooms for two main reasons: to boost their home’s resale value, and to enhance their own enjoyment of the room. A bathroom renovation yields a 62 percent return on investment at the time of resale, Remodeling Magazine’s report indicates. How much more will you enjoy that ROI – and the improved livability of your bath – if your initial investment was just $1,000, rather than tens of thousands?

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Improving the health of your lawn L et’s face it: When you live in the suburbs, a healthy, well-kept lawn is a must. Before anyone even steps into your house, it’s your front lawn that makes the first impression of your home. So what’s something that can help keep your lawn healthy? Many people seem to forget about aeration.

Aeration, or aerification, is a method of perforating your lawn with small holes to allow for more water circulation and oxygen flow to the soil and roots.

Aeration can help fix lawn challenges like poor drainage or gas exchange, soil compaction, layering in the soil profile, heavy soil in the root zone, and thatch.

It’s one of the best conditional processes you can do for your lawn, and is absolutely essential in restoring a worn lawn.

“From a grass health perspective, it’s probably the single most valuable thing you can do for a lawn along with mowing, watering and fertilizing,” says Ross Hawley, marketing manager for Toro. “Aerating leads to healthier, stronger lawns, which minimizes weeds and pest problems.”

So how often should you aerate your yard? It depends on where you live, and the soil conditions of your yard. According to Hawley, aeration tends to be done in the spring, when the grass is coming out of winter dormancy, or in the fall, after the stress of summer and root movement. Aeration is more effective when there are higher levels of moisture in the ground, because you can pull deeper cores than with dry ground. It’s generally

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Before anyone even steps into your house, it’s your front lawn that makes the first impression of your home. recommended that you water your lawn a day before aerating, and watering it again once the job is done.

So how can you get your lawn aerated? More and more contractors are adding aeration to their list of services, seeing the benefits of aeration on lawns and sports fields, particularly golf courses. However, with the right equipment, it’s easy to learn the process and do the job yourself.

Aerators come in different models, some similar to a lawnmower that it doesn’t take long to get a feel for the equipment.

Most aerators have simple-touse controls and can be operated by the average property owner.

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license to operate the equipment, but the operator should be sure they understand how to use it so they are getting the best results for their lawn.

Aerating equipment, although easy to learn to use, can be costly for the average homeowner who is only using it once a year. A basic, mechanically driven “starter” aerator still costs around $2,000, with higher-quality hydraulic aerators running between $3,000 and $5,000. Fortunately, aerators are available to rent from most equipment rental stores.

“Because aerators are pretty easy for a homeowner to handle, it can make a lot of sense for them to do their aeration them-

selves, and the easiest and most cost-effective way to do that is to rent equipment when you need it,” says Anna Foster, rental product marketing manager at Toro. “In fact, a great way to save is to get a pool together with your neighbors. Everyone can chip in on renting the aerator for a day, and it can just be passed along.

“Aerating can be hard work, which is why many people choose to have a professional handle it,” Foster continues. “If you are going to tackle it by yourself, selecting the right aerator can help cut down on how labor-intensive the job is.” Foster encourages homeowners to look for brands they are familiar with when renting an aerator. “At Toro, we’ve adapted the same controls we have on our mowers to our aerators. This helps cut down on the learning curve on an unfamiliar piece of equipment.”

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Easy carpet cleaning tips and tricks from the experts

Create a vacuum schedule Have you ever wondered if vacuuming really makes a difference? Removing soil when it’s on the surface, before it gets tramped down, is the first and most important step in carpet maintenance. Use slow, repetitive motions that overlap (about four swipes), ensuring you get right up to the edges where dust, pollen and pet dander like to

accumulate.

How often do you need to vacuum? That answer may surprise you. Generally once a week with a CRI-certified vacuum is a good place to start, but depending on how frequently the area is used, you’ll likely want to do it more often. For example, hightraffic or pet areas should be vacuumed daily, medium-traffic areas require about twice a week and light-traffic areas can be done once a week. Just as you wouldn’t wear a shirt over and over again without washing it, you don’t want to go too long between vacuuming your carpets.

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If you’ve never had your carpets professionally cleaned, now is a great time to start before the holidays arrive. Start by getting bids and don’t be afraid to ask questions. A good carpet cleaning should include vacuuming, a pre-spray and routine spot removal. Many won’t charge for furniture removal either.

Whether you want to get in a better habit with routine carpet maintenance or you simply want to refresh your carpet for the change of seasons or a special event, these tips will keep your carpet and home looking wonderful today and long into the future. – ARA

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ith the economy still struggling, money is tight for many homeowners. That reality can present a problem to those who want to improve their homes without spending too much money.

The cost of a home improvement project depends on a host of factors, including the scale of the project and the availability of materials. Upscale projects like a full roof replacement will set homeowners back a substantial amount of money. In its 20112012 “Cost vs. Value Report,” Remodeling magazine revealed that the average cost of a such a project was nearly $38,000.

However, a smaller project like a garage door replacement could

be completed for fewer than $3,000.

When deciding if a home improvement project is within your budget, it’s a good idea to consult such figures before choosing a project. For example, if your home is a fixer-upper, then one project may not be more urgent than another, something that may allow you to choose less expensive projects now while saving money for more expensive projects down the road.

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Avoid the DIY movement if you don’t have adequate experience Many homeowners fall into the DIY trap, feeling they can pull off a project without hiring a professional contractor. While this is an option for those homeowners with home improvement experience, it’s an approach that’s best avoided by those without such experience. Homeowners who decide to go it alone on a home improvement project should know that mistakes are costly. One mistake could have you paying for the same materials twice: once when you begin the project, and then again when you need to hire a contractor after your efforts didn’t work out.

A failed DIY project also costs you time, something homeowners hoping to sell their homes post-project cannot afford to waste.

Hire the right contractor The best contractor for the job won’t necessarily be the one who comes in with the lowest estimate. The right contractor will know how long a project will take and what the materials will cost. The wrong contractor, who might lack the experience of his competitors, might make empty promises that ultimately cost you more money via overrun costs.

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The cost of a home improvement project depends on a host of factors, including the scale of the project and the availability of materials.

Another way to save is to choose projects that provide a strong return on your investment. The “Cost vs. Value Report” compares the cost of popular remodeling projects with the value those projects retain at resale. If money is a motivating factor behind your project, choose a project Buying recycled materials that will get you the most is another way to reduce home money back at resale. improvement costs. Bathroom While the economy has fixtures, doors, flooring, and lighting are just a few of the not necessarily been kind materials that are commonly to the home improvement recycled and resold at a frac- industry, there are still plenty tion of the cost of new materials. of homeowners looking to Shop around for stores in your improve their homes. Savvy area or peruse the Internet for homeowners can do just that recycled materials. Homeowners and save some money along undertaking a replacement proj- the way by putting a few ect rather than a remodel might strategies to work for them. even be eligible for tax breaks if — Metro Creative they donate their old materials.

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How to winterize your lawn

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very weekend of the last few months you have spent mowing, weeding, edging, and trimming your lawn so that it will look its best. In order to ensure your lawn makes a complete recovery after winter hibernation, you may want to spend the fall taking steps to help your lawn survive the winter months ahead.

Winterizing a lawn varies depending on where you live and how harsh a typical winter is. There are certain key tasks to complete before you can rest for the winter season.

Remove fallen leaves and debris Leaf cleanup is among the tasks homeowners dread the most. Raking leaves can be arduous, but it is well worth the effort. Fallen leaves can smother the grass and lead to dead spots and decay next season. Wait until the majority of the leaves have fallen from the trees before you begin to rake; otherwise, you could find yourself repeating the process throughout the fall. Mulched leaves can be added in small amounts to garden beds to provide rich organic material for next year’s crop of flowers.

Be sure to pick up any twigs and other debris as well. Additional debris can become up trapped under snow and hinder grass growth when spring arrives.

Cut your lawn short Unless the season is unseasonably wet and warm, your lawn shouldn’t grow too much in October and November. Continue to cut your lawn until there is no visible growth for about two weeks.

It pays to give it a short cut before frost arrives so that long piles of dead grass will not smother any new growth in the spring. Also, long grass tends to bend down upon itself, trapping moisture that can lead to fungal diseases like snow mold.

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Edge the garden beds Take advantage of the cooler weather and slowgrowing grass to re-edge around flower beds. Even though the grass above the surface of the soil will stop growing, the roots will remain viable and the lawn will still be sending out rhizomes and tillers to produce new grass blades in the spring. These can easily encroach on garden beds. Edge now so you will have less work to do in the spring.

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If there are any overhanging tree branches or shrubbery blocking sunlight from reaching the lawn, cut back these areas once the foliage has thinned. Take advantage of your town’s leaf and Soil can be compacted over time, especially in twig pickup services. yards that see heavy foot traffic. You can rent an aerator from a lawn supply store so that water and fertilizer can reach the soil.

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