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Hanover County Ag Day
Fall Fellowship Festival brings out thousands By Jodi Deal jdeal@mechlocal.com
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Hundreds of Hanover County third graders got an opportunity to learn about farming, livestock, forestry and conservation during the 22nd annual Hanover County Ag Day held on Thursday, Oct. 16, at Poor Farm Park. Sponsored by a group of Hanover County businesses, farms and organizations, and supported by the Hanover Ruritan Club, the field trip included stations that taught students about vegetables, timber, aquaculture, horses, nursery and greenhouse operations, the dairy industry, grain, land conservation and farm animals. Here, Alec Panten, 14, of the Varina Rising Stars 4-H Club introduces Sierra, a 3-month-old piglet, to Elmont Elementary students, from left, Chaeli Baughan, Landon Dempsey and Taevon Gilpin.
The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office’s first Fall Fellowship Festival, which was held on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Hanover County Government Complex, had all the atmosphere of a traditional autumn gathering — kids got their faces painted and bounced in bounce houses, adults greeted friends and examined antique cars as music played. However, this festival had another angle. Churches, school groups, civic clubs, libraries and other faith-based, nonprofit and community organizations
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High school students Drashty Mody, Savanna Dennis and Amanda Elrod chatted with attendees Saturday at the Fall Fellowship Festival about an upcoming Community Drug Forum at Hanover High School.
were behind the petting zoo, barbecue stands, games, cake
walks and various tents set up see FELLOWSHIP, pg. 17
Outcry over 9-11 video leads to policy lesson for county and school leaders By Jodi Deal jdeal@mechlocal.com Members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors and Hanover County School Board
got an in-depth lesson at a recent meeting of the two bodies’ Joint Education Committee on how concerns over controversial materials should, according to policy, be handled. The discussion was spurred by the recent
outcry over the showing of a clip from the documentary “Searching for the Roots of 9/11,” a 2003 documentary that aired on the Discovery Channel, in Hanover High School classes. The documentary analyzes the origins of rage toward
the United States and the Western World behind the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Hanover County Public Schools superintensee OUTCRY, pg. 15
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have been closed and Sam-Peal, the principal of the Lott Carey Baptist Mission School, said that, while here, he has been working with his staff to get books and lessons to the students. For more information, visit www.Rotary. org or www.hanoverrotary.org. ——Meaker shared the following thank you note that came from the Monrovia Club: Dear Rotarian JoAnn, CONTRIBUTION TO LIBERIA EBOLA RESPONSE The Rotary Club of Monrovia extends its thanks and appreciation to the Rotary Clubs of Hanover, Richmond, Chesapeake, Virginia Peninsula, Cape Charles, Onancock, Innsbruck, Henrico East, Fluvanna County, Huguenot Trail, Petersburg and Yorktown within District 7600 for your support to our efforts in responding to the Ebola virus epidemic in Liberia. This contribution will assist in reducing the suffering of many. We confirm receipt of the $5,600. These funds will be used to support our ongoing community outreach with the provision of food and medicines to quarantined areas where Ebola is present and the families are to remain at home. We are also assisting in funding a local distribution of children’s books and simple Ebola awareness material for those who at home due to school closure. We are now looking to cooperate with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and a few local orphanages to provide beds and entry items for newly-arrived orphans. Thank you to the officers and members of the Rotary Clubs in District 7600 for supporting us in to Light Up Rotary in Liberia. Yours in Rotary, Victoria J Cooper-Enchia
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of the General Registrar and Electoral Board announces the following important deadlines and dates for the Tuesday, Nov. 4, General and Special Election. Absentee ballots have been available since Friday,
General and Special Election. Monday, Oct. 13, is the deadline to register or make changes to your voter registration in time for this year’s election. Please check your card to make sure it is correct. The Registrar’s Office will
– 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — on Oct. 25 and Nov. 1 for in-person absentee voting. Saturday, Nov. 1, will be the last day you can vote inperson absentee.
9 COMMUNITY Covenant Woods celebrates expansion.
16 ASHLAND Pup Crawl benefits Hanover Humane Society.
SUPPLEMENT Breast Cancer Awareness inside today’s edition.
ALSO… Incident Reports........3 Letters to the editor...6 Obituaries ..........10-12 Calendar ................. 18 Celebrations ........... 25 Sports ................29-34 Church news .......... 35 TV grids..............36-38 Classifieds .........39-42 www.facebook.com/mechlocal
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| Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue A suspect used a victim’s vehicle without permission at a location on Atlee Road.
A suspect stole an item at a location on Air Park Road.
Oct. 10
Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Washington Highway.
Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Lakeridge Parkway.
A suspect obtained money fraudulently at a location on the Mechanicsville Turnpike. A suspect was found in possession of stolen property at a location on the Mechanicsville Turnpike. Unknown suspect(s) stole items and damaged property at a location on Bell Creek Road. A suspect assaulted a victim at a location on Lee-Davis Road. Unknown suspect(s) stole items at a location on Cold Harbor Road.
Unknown suspect(s) stole items and damaged property at a location on Canterbury Road. A suspect obtained money fraudulently at a location on Woodman Hall Road. An unknown suspect stole items at a location on Atlee Road.
A suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at a location on the Mechanicsville Turnpike. A suspect threatened a victim at a location on Gethsemane Court.
A suspect assaulted a victim at a location on Springhill Road.
A suspect unlawfully entered a location on Pole Green Road.
A suspect assaulted a victim at a location on Hillis Way.
Unknown suspect(s) stole an item at a location on Ivy Banks Drive.
Unknown suspects stole an item at a location on Bell Creek Road.
A suspect was found in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Atlee Station Road.
A suspect stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road.
A suspect stole items at a location on Old Cavalry Drive.
A suspect brandished a firearm at a location on Brandy Hill Trail.
Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Harvey Hollow Drive.
Unknown suspects broke into a location on Ashcake Road and stole items. An unknown suspect made annoying phone calls to a victim at a location on Doncastle Court.
Unknown suspect(s) broke into a location on Egypt Road and stole items.
A suspect assaulted a victim at a location on Library
Unknown suspect(s) stole items and damaged property at a location on Hanover Crossings Drive.
A suspect fled the scene of an accident at a location on Woodsons Mill Road.
A suspect assaulted victims at a location on Cold Harbor Road.
Unknown suspect(s) fled the scene of an accident on Creighton Road.
A suspect assaulted a victim at a location on Gethsemane Court.
A suspect stole items at a location on Brandy Creek Drive.
A suspect stole items at a location on the Mechanicsville Turnpike.
Suspects stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road.
A suspect stole items at a location on Bell Creek Road.
A suspect damaged property at a location on Bell Creek Road.
A suspect used a victim’s information without permission at a location on Chamberlayne Road.
Suspects assaulted each other at a location on Stuart Drive.
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Suspects assaulted each other at a location on Stand Circle.
Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on Summer Walk Parkway.
A suspect sold alcohol to a person under 21 years old at a location on Kings Dominion Boulevard.
An unknown suspect broke into a location on Atlee Ridge Road and stole items. A suspect damaged a victim’s property at a location on New Britton Road.
A suspect used a victim’s vehicle without permission at a location on Grassy Creek Lane.
A suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at a location on
Unknown suspect(s) broke into a location on Johnsonville Way and damaged property. Unknown suspect(s) damaged property at a location on North Lakeridge Road. A suspect was in possession of a controlled substance at a location on Wythe House Court.
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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor
LETTERS
Breast cancer isn’t selective in victims
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In June, yours truly had the opportunity to catch up with a longtime friend. We’re Facebook friends, but this was one of those moments where we actually had time to sit down and talk. She looked great — and had the same bubbly, energetic personality I first encountered in the late 1970s. Little did either of us know what she would be facing in a matter of weeks. Early in August, she underwent a double mastectomy. Chemotherapy followed a month later. She remains that sweet and caring person I had the good fortune to befriend all those years ago. She is blessed with a devoted husband and countless friends helping her through this difficult time. And, despite the side effects that often accompany chemo, she is optimistic and unfailing in her determination to beat the “c” word. While October is designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month (and we have a special supplement inside today’s edition), women and men — yes, men — must be diligent in regular exams. Self-examinations and mammograms can and do save lives. I have not delved into the particulars of my friend and her discovery of the illness. Sharing that information (if, in fact, she does) is entirely up to her as she continues on this path to recovery. Sadly, I’ve known women who chose not to pursue treatment and the outcome was fatal. Any changes in your body demand the immediate attention of a physician. My friend acted quickly — and it most likely has saved her life. No matter what the calendar says, breast cancer must be on the radar of everyone every day of the year. You never know when it may strike. With relief, I can say that my friend is doing well. Her state of mind and the support of so many most likely have influenced her health. It still rattles me to think how quickly her life changed with the diagnosis. But, she is a survivor and I expect she will serve as an inspiration to others. This month, let’s remember the survivors and those who lost the battle. Melody Kinser
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Board member details the work of Hanover Cares Have you heard of Hanover Cares? If not, here’s why you should learn more about the organization. Hanover Cares is aimed at reducing youth substance use and abuse in Hanover County. As an attorney and a member of the board, I’ve personally seen the work the organization is doing to improve our community. As individuals and businesses, partnering with Hanover Cares can only provide a better, safer environment for our children to grow up in and a better safe environment for our residents in general. So what is Hanover Cares doing to improve our community? Through a grant, they are providing funding for the Ashland Police Department and the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office to conduct compliance checks. Compliance checks deter retailers from selling alcohol to underage youth. By doing these compliance checks, stores have significantly increased in the number of 18- to 24-year-olds who they asked for ID (identification) prior to purchasing alcohol. Hanover Cares also is conducting a media campaign to remind the community that drunk driving is 100 percent preventable. Reducing the number of drunk drivers in Hanover County can only provide for a safer community. And, more importantly, what is being done by our local law enforcement and the Hanover Cares Coalition, is working. Alcohol-related crashes involving 15- to 24-yearold drivers are down 13.4 percent in 2013 compared to 2012. Alcohol-related crashes involving 15- to 24-year-old drivers in 2013 are down 15.1 percent from the 2009-2010 period when Hanover Cares began developing its plan. One of Hanover Cares’ plans target group is 18- to 24-year-old males, which the crash rate has reduced by an even greater margin. In 2013, crash rates among males ages 18 to 20 years old were down 41 percent from that same 2009-2010 period and rates among males ages 21 to 24 years old were down 34 percent in 2013 from the 2009-2010 planning period. Hanover Cares created a strong strategy to improve the safety of our community and their hard work has paid off with huge reductions in alcohol-related crashes since they put their strategy in place. As an attorney and resident of Hanover County who
strongly cares about Hanover as a community, I would urge you to find more information about Hanover Cares and how you can get involved and help improve our community. To find out more information, you can visit Hanover Cares at http://www.hanover-cares.org/. Cassie Bauden Mechanicsville
Resident encourages voters to stick with Warner We recently received Ed Gillespie’s anti ObamaCare/ Warner’s cuts to Medicare flier in the mail. It is hard to believe that he is using the same old line used in the 2012 election as it was fact-checked many times and found to be only partly true, lacking context. The $700 billion that he says were cut from Medicare were cut from payments to private insurance companies that administer the Medicare Advantage program — not from services available to individuals. President George W. Bush started Medicare Advantage in hopes the increase in competition would reduce cost. But those plans are actually costlier that traditional Medicare to taxpayers. So the health care law reduces the payments private insurers. Only 25 percent of seniors purchase Medicare Advantage as part C of their coverage. It also is worth noting that the preferred plan of Republicans floated by Wisconsin’s Paul Ryan in 2012 assumed the same cuts to Medicare. Let’s stick with Mark Warner. He is a proven leader willing to work with both sides of the aisle to get things done for Virginia and the country. June Bohrer Mechanicsville see LETTERS, pg. 8
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Brat vote a Tea Party vote Regarding Bob Shannon’s past letter about Dave Brat’s insistence upon not allowing everybody to be involved in the political debate to be held on Oct. 28 (without Libertarian candidate James Carr along as well). Why? Is it that Professor Brat feels he cannot win in a debate against the Libertarian? Is it that Professor Brat has been told by the Tea Party bosses “not to worry” about facing anyone but Jack Trammel? Is it that the Virginia Republican Party is not willing to allow all
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involved in an election to voice their reasoning during the allimportant debates? Is it simply that Professor Brat does not want to risk anything positive that Carr could be to bear during the debate? I’m sure James Carr can provide plenty of input. However, I am not writing this letter to address the debates singularly; I’m writing this letter to remind everyone that reads it that the state of Virginia does not need to put a Tea Party representative in the U.S. House of Representatives. Eric Cantor was bad enough — but a vote for Dave Brat will take us all in Virginia’s 7th District (and the state as a whole) from the proverbial frying pan into the fire.
A vote for Dave Brat is a vote for the Tea Party. Professor Brat is on the Republican ballet but he is a Tea Party candidate more so. A vote for Dave Brat will give the Tea Party more power in the House of Representatives. The Tea Party was started by the Koch brothers in response to Barack Obama’s election. The Tea Party has been instrumental in just about everything obstructionist in Washington, D.C., for the past six years. A vote for Dave Brat will continue that obstructionist policy. A vote for Dave Brat will not extend unemployment benefits if or whenever that
becomes necessary. A vote for Dave Brat will roll back women’s rights. A vote for Dave Brat will further divide the nation politically. A vote for Dave Brat is a vote for the Tea Party and the Kochs. A vote for Dave Brat is not tantamount to a voice for the people. I do not align myself with either “main national party” as I am an Independent. However, I can see what the Tea Party has done to this entire country for the past six years. A vote for Dave Brat would only continue that policy. A vote for Dave Brat will reverse any negligible amount
supervision by instructors). Ranges will close at 5:30 p.m. as the reception and networking time begin. The Cavalier Rifle & Pistol Club was founded over 50 years ago and has provided many individuals with the chance to learn to use firearms in a safe and effective manner. The club said it offers its members the opportunity for recreational as well as competitive shooting. With six shoot-
ing ranges, the club can support a wide variety of firearms. For more information, visit http://www.cavrpc.org/. The HABCC’s Business After Hours Series is an informal way for professionals to socialize and network while also visiting 12 different Hanover County businesses. Members are urged to invite a guest or bring a valued customer. Tickets are $10 for members
(early registration) and $15 for non-members. Food and beverages will be provided. Payment in advance by credit card is available online, as well as through PayPal. Checks and cash also are accepted and you may pay at the door. Members registering late will pay an increased price. For more information, contact Marianne Powell at marianne@habcc.com or 804798-8130.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. will be presented at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7-8, in the gym at Stonewall Jackson
Middle School at 8021 Lee Davis Rd. in Mechanicsville. The production team is transforming the gym “into a magical underwater world for just two nights, so get your tickets now.” Tickets are $5 each and may be purchased in advance at Stonewall Jackson Middle School starting Wednesday,
Oct. 29. Tickets also will be available at the door. Those wanting to meet the characters may do so for $3. Ariel’s Undersea Adventure will be available at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7. For more information, call Jennifer Hicks at 804-7232260.
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Covenant Woods dedicates massive expansion project By Jodi Deal jdeal@mechlocal.com
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lmost exactly 131 years after the first Richmond Home for Ladies was dedicated on N. 7th Street in downtown Richmond, a group of several hundred residents and employees of what is now known as Covenant Woods gathered on Friday, Oct. 17, to dedicate the centerpiece of an expansion that has nearly doubled the size of the Mechanicsville retirement community. The Lodge, which includes 84 apartments, two dining facilities and a new community center, is part of a larger expansion project that also included 22 free-standing cottage residences, an indoor, heated saltwater pool, a fitness center, a day spa, a library and an expanded bistro. Don Tindall, a former member of the community’s
board of directors, told the crowd that it wasn’t always easy pursuing such a massive project in the midst of a massive economic downturn. The low point, he added, was a
“We are just a larger community, but we’re still family.” JOHN DWYER President and chief executive officer Covenant Wood
meeting during which board members got the surprise news that their banker of more than 10 years was walking away from the project. But the project persevered, he added, and Covenant Woods was able to close 2012 with the completion of a $64.5 million bond issue. “We’re a legacy of an organization that lived through
two World Wars, the Great Depression and several smaller wars and never went under,” Tindall said. “We’re happy to be at this point coming out of the Great Recession.” Tindall also is a Trailblazer, which is what Covenant Woods calls residents who reserved their spots in the expansion while it was still under construction. John Dwyer, president and chief executive officer of Covenant Woods, said that, despite the community’s large size, it’s still close-knit. He pointed toward an enclosed walkway that links the original Covenant Woods to The Lodge. That sky bridge, which Covenant Woods staffers call “The Link,” represents more than a physical connection, he said. “We are just a larger community, but we’re still family,” Dwyer told the crowd,
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Members of the Covenant Woods board of directors cut the ribbon Friday, Oct. 18, on The Lodge, a facility with 84 apartments, two dining venues and a new community center. The building is the centerpiece of a massive expansion at the Mechanicsville retirement community.
right before members of the Covenant Woods board came together to cut a large yellow ribbon, kicking off a day of
celebration and tours. Dwyer told the crowd that it was quite fitting to be dedicating the new facility
less than a week before the Oct. 22 anniversary of the original Richmond Home for see COVENANT, pg. 14
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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals Charles Brooks BROOKS, Charles F. Sr., 67, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, October 14, 2014, after a valiant fight with chronic illnesses. He was preceded in death by his par- BROOKS ents, Clarence and Nannie Brooks; sister, Barbara Carter; and brother, Linwood Brooks. Charles is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Joan S. Brooks;
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Dorothy Cox COX, Dorothy Carter, of Mechanicsville, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2014, at the age of 101. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claiborne; COX and her son, Kenneth. Survivors include a daughter, Gwendolyn Heath; sisters, Elizabeth Jones and Katheryn Robinson; brothers, Louis and David Carter; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held Thursday, October 16, in the
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Robert Doutney DOUTNEY, Robert Leo Jr., of Mechanicsville, passed away October 12, 2014. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine. He is survived by his daughter, Bernadette and her husband, Kendal; DOUTNEY his son, Robert and his wife, Diane; and grandchildren, Jennifer, Rachel, Bobby, Willem and Emma. Robert graduated from Xavier High School in New York City and attended St. Peter College in New Jersey. As a master gardener, Robert was a member of several gardening organizations, including the Richmond Rose Society and the Horticultural Society. He volunteered his time at the Hanover Extension Office, and the Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, where he was a member of the Bloemendaal Council. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Thursday at Catholic Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116. A visitation was held one hour prior to the service. A reception followed.
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Annie Grubbs GRUBBS, Annie Juanita Pappas, 90, of Mechanicsville, widow of George Wesley Grubbs Sr., went to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 19, 2014. She was preceded in death by her GRUBBS grandson, Ronald A. Hairfield Jr.; sister, Helen Taylor; and three brothers, Leslie Pappas, Luttrell “Junior” Martin and Richard Martin. Annie is survived by two children, son, George W. Grubbs Jr. (Sherry); and daughter, G. Dale Anderson (Clark); two grandchildren, Gloria Holt (Scott) and Melanie Haskins (Tony); six great-grandchildren, Austin and Olivia Holt, Tori and Tucker Haskins, and Dylan and Dallas Hairfield; two sisters, Doris Waller and Vivian Fritter; and a special niece, Yvonne Hollingsworth (Doug). Annie was a longtime associate with ProducersSouthern States Corporation, where she enjoyed her work and helping her many friends. The family received friends Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where the service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, October, 22, 2014. Interment Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fairmount Christian Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 788, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 4600 Cox Rd., Glen Allen, Va. 23060.
Jesse Holman HOLMAN, Jesse Jr., of Mechanicsville, passed away October 13, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife of 47
years, Becky; daughters, Angi Mullins and husband, P.J., Amee Wilson and husband, Tim; HOLMAN grandchildren, J.C., Jordan, Lexi, Kallie, Crew, Tim and Westin. The family received friends riday at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy, Mechanicsville.
Joyce Hufner HUFNER, Joyce B., of Mechanicsville, widow of Walker Hufner, fell asleep in death October 14, 2014. She is survived by her daughter Linda Davis and her husband Joe, son HUFNER James Dewey and his wife Diane, grandchildren Traci, Kristina, Joey, and James, brother William Bradley Jr. and his wife Judy, and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy, Mechanicsville, where family received friends one hour prior. Interment Hanover Memorial Park.
Julia Kirby KIRBY, Julia Crowe, 90, of Chesterfield, died peacefully surrounded by her family on October 12, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Ivan Kirby; and KIRBY her son, Alan Wayne Kirby. She is survived by her sister, Elinor Crowe Richardson of Mechanicsville; and her brother-in-law, Robert L. Kirby and his wife,
Vonnie. Also, she is survived by her daughters, Donna Kirby Mudd and her husband, Dick, Nancy Kirby Middleton and her husband, Mark; and her son, William Robert Kirby and his wife, Loretta; her grandchildren, Kirby Pierce and her husband, Steve, Rick Mudd and his wife, Susan, Allison Mudd Moore and her husband, Scott, Leslie Middleton, Casey Middleton and his wife, Leslie Gordon, Brandy Gordon and her husband, Travis, Scott Murphy and his wife, Dawn, and Brad Murphy; 16 greatgrandchildren and one greatgreat-granddaughter. Mrs. Kirby was born in Hanover County, the daughter of William Waring Crowe and Elsie Harris Crowe on May 17, 1924. Family and friends gathered in remembrance on October 16 at Battery Park Christian Church, 4201 Brook Rd., Richmond, Va. 23227. The family welcomed guests at the home of Donna Mudd, 4916 Riverside Drive, Richmond Va. 23225, after the service.
Jeanette Mahoney MAHONEY, Jeanette S., passed away October 17, 2014. Predeceased by her husband, Harvey and her son, Ti m o t hy. Survived by her daughter Patricia and sons, Michael, Kelly (Sandy) MAHONEY and Daniel. Grandchildren Jennifer Hyer (Jason), David (Heather) and Patrick (Krystin). four great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. True beauty shines from within; She was truly beautiful inside and out. She lived through the Depression. see OBITUARIES, pg. 11
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Was an aircraft spotter from the roof of the John Marshall Hotel during WWII. Took a leap of faith and married into the Mahoney family and the brand new Virginia Air Guard with no guarantees on either. They both worked out. Packed up and moved everything and my sister during the Korean War to Fort Knox, Kentucky, then moved everything plus a new me back to Virginia when it was over. She never fully got over the death of our brother in 1959. Two more Brothers came along and she was a major player at St. Elizabeth’s as bus driver and Cub Scout den mother. She got used to the fact that nothing broke or nobody got hurt/sick until dad deployed. No gripes, no complaints. She just handled it. After a move to Louisa County She and my dad helped form the Holly Grove Volunteer
Rescue Squad. She was an EMT and proud founding member. She loved the freedom of dad’s retirement from the Guard and the travel it brought. She loved to go anywhere, anytime. A very loving and much loved person. The family received Sunday at the Monaghan Funeral home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy, Mechanicsville. A graveside service was held at Mt Calvary Cemetery Monday.
George Mayo MAYO, George Roy III, 75, of Mechanicsville, went to his heavenly home Saturday, October 11, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia Ann Lind Mayo; his son, MAYO George Roy Mayo IV; one sister, Patricia Mayo Fisher; one niece, Lisa Cashwell; and two nephews, David and Colin Hinckle; four
great-nieces and two greatnephews; in his extended family, one sister-in-law, Elizabeth L. Toth; and one niece Julieana Toth; one sister-in-law, Regina C. Lind; and one nephew, Michael E. Lind. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Roy Mayo Jr. and Helen Padgett Mayo; in his extended family, one brother-in-law, Louis H. Lind; one sister-inlaw, Ruth L. Santelli; and one nephew, Forrest A. “Chuck” Lind. George served his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Rankin. He retired from 3M Company as a Master Service Technician after 33 years of service. A graveside service was held at Riverview Cemetery, 1401 S. Randolph St., Richmond, Va. 23220, on Friday, October 17, 2014. He was an exceptional man and he will be in our hearts forever. Our thanks go out to the entire staff at Sitter & Barfoot Veterans Care Center for their special care and kindness to George.
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Application process underway Rabies clinics slated to begin Oct. 25 for fuel assistance programs The Hanover County Department of Social Services is accepting applications for the Fuel Assistance Program. The application deadline is Nov. 14. Fuel Assistance is a temporary program that helps eligible households with the costs of heating their homes. The amount that is received will not necessarily cover all of the winter heating costs but will be a supplement. Benefits are based on the availability of funds and the number of applications received within the state. In order to be eligible for fuel or utility assistance, your household’s income must be less than the maximum allowed for the number of people in the home, and you must be responsible for paying the heating bill. Applications will be processed as soon as possible but no later than mid-December. Funds are sent directly to the vendor beginning the first week in January. Hanover’s share of this statewide allocation is limited. Applications for Fuel Assistance are available at the Hanover County Department of Social Services at 12304 Washington Highway in Ashland. You also can submit an Energy Assistance application online at www.commonhelp.virginia. gov or \call a Human Services Agent at 804-365-
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Bernice Nigro NIGRO, Bernice Miller, 92, of Midlothian, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2014. She is survived by her son, Ross Nigro; stepdaughter, Frances A. Woodyear; four grandchildren, Grey, Chris, Robin and Ryland; two greatgrandchildren; NIGRO sister, Janice; devoted niece, Jean Craun; as
4100 to have an application mailed to you. A face-to-face interview is not required. The Hanover Department of Social Services also offers a Crisis Assistance program. In order to receive Crisis Assistance, a heating emergency must exist. A “heating emergency” could include lack of heat, imminent cut-off of utilities and inoperable or unsafe heating equipment. Crisis Assistance can include: Payment of utility security deposit. Purchase of portable space heater. Purchase of primary home heating utility bill. Payment for emergency shelter. Repair of heating equipment and/or purchase of supplemental heating equipment or maintenance. Crisis Assistance applications for repairs will be accepted Nov. 1, 2014, through March 16, 2015, for repairs. Crisis Assistance applications for fuel/utility costs will be accepted from Jan. 2, 2015, through March 16, 2015. For more information about the Fuel Assistance or Crisis Assistance programs, contact the Hanover Department of Social Services at 804-365-4100. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.
well as several other nieces and nephews. The family received friends on Friday, October 17, 2014, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., with services that followed. Interment Hanover Memorial Park.
Roger Sager SAGER, Roger Lee “Bob,” formerly of Winchester, passed away Tuesday morning, October 14, 2014, in Henrico. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 56 years, Joan Hamilton Sager. Born near Star Tannery in 1930,
Roger was predeceased by his parents, Bessie L. and Roger P. Sager. Roger’s sisters include, Hester C. Sager, SAGER Hazel L. Eckert, both of Winchester, Lamaris J. Hill of The Villages, Florida; and brother, James T. “Tommy” Sager of New Baltimore, Mich. Roger has a daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer S. and Fred W. Gentry of Glen Allen; and son and daughter-in-law, R. Todd and Lisa R. Sager of Mechanicsville. Roger celebrat-
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All dogs and cats (including so-called ‘barn cats’) are required by law to be vaccinated for rabies at four months of age. For dogs, you also must have tags and a valid license proving the vaccination. Hanover Animal Control makes it easy for people to get their pets vaccinated by holding rabies vaccination clinics in the fall and winter. Vaccines will be administered at a cost of $7 per dog or cat. Clinics will be held: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Montpelier Cultural Center at 17205 Mountain Road in Montpelier. 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Hanover County Administration Building at 7516 County Complex Road at Hanover Courthouse. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015, at the East Hanover Rescue Squad at 8105 Walnut Grove Road in Mechanicsville.
At each of these clinics, the veterinarian will administer the shots to the pet at your vehicle; do not bring pets into the building. You will complete your registration inside the facility and return to your vehicle. Drive to the area designated for vaccination. You will be expected to leave the vaccination area as soon as you are done. Only healthy, non-pregnant animals will be vaccinated. No wolf hybrids or animals other than domestic dogs or cats will be vaccinated. The vaccination is good for up to three years unless the pet has never had a rabies vaccination before, in which case it is good for one year. Put the rabies tag on the dog’s collar and keep certificates for proof of vaccination. For more information about rabies or the upcoming rabies vaccination clinics in Hanover County, call Animal Control at 804-365-6485. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.
Scotchtown to host Haunted History event Haunted History will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown, 16120 Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam. Preservation Virginia will share tales of those who came before us and may still be among us and show how the dead were hised four grandchildren, Molly and Ali Gentry and Nathaniel and Leah Sager; numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Roger served his country in the Army during the Korean conflict and as a reservist in the Air Force. He was a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia School of Pharmacy in 1964. Roger was the owner and operator of Sager’s Pharmacy in Stephens City for 30 years. He was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stephens City, serving on church council for numerous terms, and as trustee until moving to Richmond in 2013. A Sunday service was held at Jones Funeral Home, Stephens City, with a reception that followed in Winchester. The family would like to thank the
torically remembered with death masks, hair jewelry and memorial buttons. Refreshments will be served in the kitchen. No reservations are needed for this open house-style event. Admission costs $5.
nursing staffs of Gayton Terrace and Hospice in Richmond, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stephens City or the Medical School of Pharmacy, Virginia Commonwealth University.
Robert Sorrell SORRELL, Robert Lewis “Bob,” 73, of Mechanicsville, beloved husband, father and grandfather “Pawpaw,” passed away after a long struggle with melanoma on Sunday, October 12, 2014. Bob is survived by his wife of 50 years, Linda Sheffield Sorrell; twin SORRELL daughters, Susan Eldridge
(Chuck) and Valeria Hewlett (Kevin); grandchildren, Nicholas (Laura), Brandon (Brittany), Lauren, Sterling and Teddy; his beloved dog, Duke; cousins and many friends. Bob was an employee of the U.S. Postal Service for 25 years and owner of Aylett Auto Sales after retirement. The family received friends Wednesday, October 15, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of The Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where a funeral service was held on Thursday, October 16. Interment followed at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Melanoma Research Foundation, www.melanoma. org. Online condolences may be made at www.bennettfuneralhomes.com.
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Covenant Woods moved from Stuart Avenue in Richmond to its 75-acre campus in Hanover County in 2001. This is the second expansion the community has undertaken since its move to Mechanicsville. For more information on Covenant Woods, call 804569-8000 or visit www.covenantwoods.com.
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Jamelle Wilson, left, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, provided an overview of the policies that regulate controversial teaching materials and how complaints should be filed during a meeting of the county’s Joint Education Committee on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Assistant superintendent Michael Gill, center, and South Anna district supervisor Wayne Hazzard, right, looked on.
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“So it was broader than just watching the video and going home,” supervisor Wayne Hazzard, South Anna District, said. “This was a full block lesson,” Gill said. “The entire lesson was on the remembrance of 9-11. It was broad.” Wilson added that the school division has DVD copies of not only the documentary clip but also the other multimedia materials that were presented for anyone who would like to review them. “If you’re interested in the context, we have that available,” Wilson said. “It is important, I think, to see the context.” Supervisor Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville District, who expressed concerns about the video during a Sept. 28 board of supervisors meeting, said after review and reflection he can see using the video as a “method of understanding your enemy.” He added that for adults,
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R-MC president pleased with attention race brings Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Next week, Ashland will become the center of the 7th District political universe when the candidates for Eric Cantor’s seat in the U.S. House of Representatives square off for their first and only debate. The debate is being hosted by Randolph-Macon College, where both participants are professors at the small liberal arts college. Davis Brat and Jack Trammell are on leaves of absence from their academic careers as they vie for the House seat.
The debate will get underway at 7:30 p.m. in the Blackwell Auditorium in the RMC Center for the Performing
While the college has received national attention due to the unique nature of the contest, Lindgren views the
“We’re the center of the universe, even more importantly this fall with all the political activity going on.” ROBERT LINDGREN President, Randolph-Macon College
Arts. On a campus that is bustling with activity, new buildings and record attendances, RMC president Robert Lindgren said he views the upcoming debate as another jewel on the ever-growing crown.
race as an opportunity for RMC students to expand their educational opportunities. “We’re the center of the universe, even more importantly this fall with all the political see R-MC, pg. 20
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Chase OHanley of Mechanicsville walks River, one of the shelter dogs the Hanover Humane Society brought to the Third Annual Pup Crawl on Saturday, Oct. 11. River is a 4-yearold lab/shepherd mix available for adoption. The Pup Crawl is a 1.5-mile moonlight stroll in the Town of Ashland. The Hanover Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity for IRS tax purposes. All proceeds from the “Pup Crawl” will be used to support Hanover Humane’s adoption, education and prevention programs. For more information, visit www. hanoverhumanesociety.org.
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“The Little Mermaid” will be presented Saturday and Sunday at the Ashland Firehouse Theatre.
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Tuffy Auto Service Center at 111 S. Washington Hwy. in Ashland is supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month by participating in the fourth annual Brakes for Breasts fundraiser. The local center can be reached at 804-798-4000. This month, Tuffy is joining 104 other independent shops representing 25 states across the U.S. by offering their customers free brake pads and donating 10 percent of every brake service directly to The Cleveland Clinic Breast Cancer Vaccine Research Fund. see TUFFY, pg. 21
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Sarah Maxwell, a member of the Class of 2015 at RandolphMacon College in Ashland, recently met U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., when he served as a guest lecturer in political pcience Professor Lauren Bell’s class. Maxwell, a political science and economics/business major, is from Glen Allen. She is the daughter of Charles Maxwell and Susan Bryant.
Turkey Shoot helps station The Doswell Volunteer Fire Company is hosting its Annual Turkey Shoot Series, starting at 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24 and 31 and Nov. 7, 14 and 21 at Station 4 at 16243 Washington Hwy. in Doswell. Fundraisers such as the turkey shoots are applied to the company’s training, equipment and supplies needed so volunteers may continue to serve the citizens and community. The cost is $2.50 per shot, with the first round at 7 p.m. Prizes include an assortment of meats (sausage, bologna, bacon and turkey). Every fifth round will be a 50/50 money round. The concession stand will have a variety of food and drink available for purchase. For more information, call 804-876-3880.
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on the grounds of the complex. Along with offering free goodies and activities, representatives of those organizations shared information about their efforts, support groups and community services with festival-goers. Representatives of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office milled about in the crowd, talking with attendees and offering stickers and puffy yellow badges to children. The Virginia Department of Health offered free flu shots, and Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions (MCEF) collected food for the organization’s food pantry. Drashty Mody, Savanna Dennis and Amanda Elrod of Hanover High School chatted with attendees about an upcoming Community Drug Forum, which will be held Thursday, Nov. 6, at their school in partnership with
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himself included, the events of Sept. 11 still evoke visceral emotion. “For folks in this room, we’re probably remembering exactly where we were on that day,” Peterson said. “When we think about our high school seniors, they don’t have that context. They were toddlers. To us, it’s still current events. To them, it’s history.” Proper channels Wilson provided board members and administrators present for the workshop meeting with copies of three Hanover County Public Schools policies — one that governs the selection and review of instructional materials, another that outlines the division’s policy on
the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office. The girls, members of their
students,” Elrod said. Dennis added that the forum will focus on discussion
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Taylor Brooks of Old Church, right, was all smiles Saturday at the Fall Fellowship Festival as Mandy Lantz of Bass Pro Shops painted her face.
school’s 7th Up club, explained that their club partners with Hanover Cares on efforts to fight substance abuse in the community, and they are looking for the public’s input and feedback. “We’re inviting adults and
among 50 Hanover County high school students, but said adult community input also is needed. Attendees took both information and also complimentary tote bags the girls were handing out, which came in
teaching about controversial issues and another that spells out how complaints about teaching materials should be handled. “There is a process,” Wilson said. “There is a procedure for filing a complaint. You’ll notice that the process starts at the school, because that’s where the material has been utilized.” According to the complaint policy, parents, students or citizens who have concerns about instructional materials should start by filing a written complaint with the principal using a “Challenge of Controversial Instructional Materials” form. Once a complaint has been filed, the policy calls for a review committee made up of the principal, a library media specialist, the classroom teacher, a parent and/or student and the person who filed the complaint to analyze and discuss the material before making a
decision on whether it should continue to be used. Should a complainant disagree with that committee’s decision, he or she can appeal
handy for the stacks of information and freebies each booth offered to passersby. George Robbins of the Rural Point Baptist Church eagerly approached festivalgoers as they passed and handed them small pamphlets emblazoned with smiley faces, saying with a big grin on his face, “How would you like a smile?” Nearby, other church members offered Bible trivia games and information on the church’s various services. Col. David R. Hines, Hanover County sheriff, stood beaming near the festival’s main stage, sponsored by the E.J. Wade Foundation, shaking hands with citizens and catching up with friends. “This has been a huge success,” Hines said, noting that, just two hours into the festival, about 2,000 visitors had already turned out. “We put the word out and the community came.”
Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com iving Back: A Focus on Our Community,” featuring Hanover Cares and Hanover Habitat for Humanity, will be spotlighted at New Suite on Thursday, Oct. 23, at Roma Ristorante Italiano at 7240 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville. Pre-networking and registration begin at 11:30 a.m., with the program and lunch being held from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. According to the Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce, New Suite is designed around those
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new to their profession, new to the HABCC, new to Hanover County, new to their business and for those looking for new networking skills. A team of young professionals and board members host the New Suite series. Registration includes lunch. HABCC members who register early pay $15. If they pay late or on-site, the cost is $20. Non-members pay $20. To register, go to the HABCC website at http:// habcc.com/ or contact the office at marianne@habcc. com or call 804-798-8130. The 2014 events are being sponsored by Union First Market Bank and Colonial Farm Credit.
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instructional matters. Supervisor Angela KellyWiecek, Chickahominy District, asked if the proper process for challenging
According to the complaint policy, parents, students or citizens who have concerns about instructional materials should start by filing a written complaint with the principal using a “Challenge of Controversial Instructional Materials” form.
to the superintendent, then the school board. “This policy is very straightforward,” Peterson said after Wilson’s presentation. “The problem I have is it’s very straightforward, but nobody knows about it.” He added that the issue was brought up at a board of supervisors meeting instead of with the school board, which ultimately has the final say on
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instructional materials is addressed in handbooks provided to students and parents each year. The handbook includes clear language on the matter, Wilson said. However, she added, “I don’t know if all of our families read the handbook or even see it as a resource.” Ashland District school board member Hank Lowry pointed out that the policies
also are available on the school division’s website, and said he isn’t sure what more the district can do to get the word out. School board chairman Bob Hundley, Chickahominy District, suggested that school officials consider developing a “Frequently Asked Questions” page as part of an ongoing redesign of their website to help quickly route curious citizens in the right direction for areas of concern like instructional materials, bus issues and school closings. Board of supervisors chairman Sean Davis, Henry District, said citizens approach supervisors with all sorts of concerns, and that supervisors do their best to help them get to the resources, answers and outcomes they’re seeking. County Administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. said he and his staff will make sure the full board of supervisors is
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aware of the school policies on instructional materials. “We’re here to help,” Harris said. “We get a lot of questions that don’t fit within the confines of what we’re responsible for. We’re here to help you as well as all of your constituents.” Hazzard pointed out that, while most school policies dictate that issues should first be addressed with a building manager or principal before escalating up the chain of command, sometimes parents worry that doing so will cause repercussions for a student. “It’s important to say that they can skip that and come straight to you,” Hazzard said. Wilson agreed. “There are times when parents aren’t comfortable for whatever reason,” she said. “What we want is to fix the issue. If we have to take it out of order, that’s what we’ll do.”
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The Hanover Extension office will host a Master Gardener open house at 6:30 p.m. at Hanover Parks and Recreation’s Meeting Room, 13015 Taylor Complex Lane, Ashland. Master Gardeners and Extension staff will help attendees determine if they would like to become a Master Gardener. Visit www. hanovermastergardeners.org/ what_is_mg.html or call the Extension Office at 804-7524310 to learn more. If you plan to attend, call the Extension office to RSVP. Those with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations should call the Extension office. The Hanover Association of Business and Chamber of Commerce will host Business After Hours event Cavalier Rifle & Pistol Club, with ranges open from 3 to 5:30 p.m. followed by a reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ranges will be open to registered HABCC members and guests, who must pass a gate checkpoint. Guests can bring their own equipment or use firearms at the range, with supervision from instructors. Cavalier Rifle & Pistol Club is located at 14151 Boondock Lane in Montpelier. Tickets are $10 for members who register early
Food and beverages will be provided. For more information, contact Marianne Powell at marianne@habcc.com or 798-8130. Storytimes will be held at the Atlee Branch Library. Mother Goose storytime, for children 6 to 24 months old with a parent, starts at 10 a.m. Toddler storytime, for 2-yearolds with a parent, starts at 10:45 a.m. Preschool storytime, for children who are 3 to 5 years old, starts at 11:15 a.m. For more information, call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. Storytimes will be held at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Toddler storytime, for 2-year-olds with a parent, starts at 10 a.m. Preschool storytime, for children who are 3 to 5 years old, starts at 10:45 a.m. Family storytime, for all ages, begins at 11:15 a.m. For more information, call 804746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.
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classes of 1969 and 70 will host a reunion the weekend of Friday, Oct. 24 through Sunday, Oct. 26. Festivities will include a HHS football game against Godwin High School on Friday, a visit to the old HHS and a dinner and dance on Saturday, and a brunch on Sunday. Tickets for the dinner and dance, which will be held at the Jefferson Lakeside Country Club, are $40. All money is due Oct. 15. Brunch, also at the country club, will cost $18 per person. For more information, contact Kathy Tierney at 740-5234 or by email at kbtierney@comcast. net. Taylor’s Spookie Fun Fest will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at Poor Farm Park, 13400 Liberty School Road, Ashland. The event is designed for families with children 11 and under. Children are encouraged to wear costumes, and will participate in flashlight toy and candy hunts, trick or treat booths, rides, games, dancing and activities. Monster House will be shown on an inflatable screen at about 7:30 p.m., after the last candy hunt. Attendees can bring lawn chairs and blankets or to watch from their vehicles. The event is coordinated by the Hanover County Department of Parks and Recreation. The Doswell Volunteer Fire Company will host a turkey shoot at 7 p.m. at Station 4, 16243 Washington Highway, Doswell. Cost is $2.50 per shot. An assortment of meats, including sausage, bologna, bacon and turkey, will be given as prizes. Every fifth round will be a 50/50 money round. Concessions will be sold. For see CALENDAR, pg. 24
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activity going on. And our students have the opportunity to be first-hand witnesses to what’s happening,” Lindgren recently said as he introduced U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., at a campus event. Like most Virginians, Lindgren said he expected the 7th District to be a usually predictable Cantor victory, but the results presented other opportunities for R-MC. “We were surprised and thrilled by the opportunity to have a chance to talk about Randolph-Macon and our role in this important civic enterprise,” Lindgren said. The familiarity of the race has increased interest on the Ashland campus, and the return of students has been accompanied by increased political activity. “There’s a lot of political activity on campus with student groups and activities. They are meeting and blogging
and volunteering in a much more intentional way than they might have done in the past
having two professors running for the House seat aren’t bad either, according to Lindgren.
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Randolph-Macon College president Robert Lindgren, right, sits with U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., last month at a campus event. The academic leader said the upcoming debate places a national spotlight on Randolph-Macon and that’s a good thing.
with this kind of congressional election,” Lindgren said. The president said curriculum at the college has been adjusted to include classes that examine the campaigns and the national implications of this election. The long-term effects of
“First of all, we expect to have a Randolph-Macon person in Congress, so we hope that’s going to be a very interesting and productive positive development for us.” But there’s more to the lasting influence this year’s campaign can provide the college.
“I hope that RandolphMacon becomes more known and better known for our national involvement, especially with these two faculty members,” Lindgren said. He noted the important work numerous R-MC alumni have performed in public service. The upcoming debate is the crowning jewel on a season of excitement on the campus, and Lindgren said the campus is ready to welcome a national audience on Tuesday, Oct. 28. “We’re looking forward to the debate,” Lindgren said. “Both candidates committed early in the process that they would appear on campus. We’re excited about the prospect of bringing them together and having an important debate for this election.” And the national spotlight? Lindgren said his answer could be perceived as a bit selfish. “Obviously, we’re interested in the kind of attention this will place on Randolph-Macon as the center of this political activity.”
Pumpkin Chunk-A-Thon to benefit Hanover Arc Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Ashwood Gardens & Nursery will present the annual Pumpkin ChunkA-Thon to benefit Hanover Arc from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at 11374 Ashcake Rd. in Ashland. A rain or shine event, the Pumpkin Chunk-A-Thon will feature pumpkin chunking via a large wooden trebuchet. Watch and cheer as pumpkins fly, being catapulted in the air by event sponsors. Pumpkins will be chunked starting at 10:30 a.m. There also will be many other activities for the whole family to participate in; midway games, hay rides, face painting, animals, includ-
ing pygmy goats, and many other activities for the whole family. The Boardwalk Hot Dog food truck will be on site selling festive foods. Raffle prizes will be awarded throughout the day. All proceeds will benefit Hanover Arc, a non-profit organization that serves adults and children with disabilities and their families so that they may have “A Life Like Yours!” For more information or for sponsorship opportunities, contact Hanover Arc at 804-798-2400 or info@ hanoverarc.org. The website is www.hanoverarc.org and Hanover Arc is on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/ Hanover-Arc/141539198977.
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Performances are scheduled for 2 and 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 19-20, 2015. Admission for either production is $10 per person. To keep up with the Whistle Stop Theatre, go to www.whistlestoptheatre. weebly.com or “like” it on Facebook.
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is about $11,000. Viewers can watch meetings live or post production. Goochland County utilizes a free service called Live Stream. They utilize two web cameras. One camera faces the dais and the other camera faces the mic at the speaker’s stand. Software to convert the video stream is called Wirecast. The video is fed into Life Stream where citizens log in to view the meetings. The setup cost was approximately $3,600. The annual service cost is estimated at $1,200. Caroline County broadcasts its meetings on Comcast. Live streaming of the meet-
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from many other breast cancer fundraising efforts is that 100 percent of the proceeds go directly to the Cleveland Clinic and zero percent of these donated profits are lost any type of marketing and administrative fees. Program founder Leigh Anne Best said she felt it important to create a program where the participating shops could raise money for an organization working on a breast cancer vaccine cure while each shop can see the direct impact of all the funds they raise. 2014 marks the fourth year for the Breaks for Breasts fundraiser. It was launched in 2011 by Best of Mighty Auto Pro in Medina, Ohio, and Laura Frank of Royal Car Care & Tire Center in Brunswick, Ohio.
and Hanover County School Board. Research has revealed the cost of implementation can be minimal. Here is a review of what our neighboring counties are doing: Henrico County has been streaming board meetings for about four years. Streaming was chosen after discovering it was significantly less expensive than cable television. There was no increase in staffing but several staff members were given additional responsibilities. Because Henrico uses a third party for production to the Internet, the annual cost
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many people as the honesty and truthfulness or accuracy of one’s actions. In leadership roles, accountability is the acknowledgment and assumption of responsibility for actions and decisions. Respect is a positive feeling of esteem or deference for a person or other entity (such as your constituents) and also specific actions and conduct representative of that esteem. Inclusion is a sense of belonging; feeling respected, valued for who you are; feeling a level of supportive energy and commitment from others. I believe each value offered can be further demonstrated through the streaming of meetings of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors
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lowing was submitted as “An Open Letter to the Members of the Hanover Board of Supervisors.”) I am asking the Hanover County Board of Supervisors to initiate Internet streaming of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors and the Hanover County School Board meetings to further transparency in county government. I understand cable telecasting meetings at this time might be too expensive. However, there is no reason to refrain from streaming the meetings. Hanover County lists the following as values to support its mission and vision statement: Integrity, Accountability, Respect and Inclusiveness. Integrity is regarded by
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Controversial film prompts policy review by school district By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local The Hanover County School Board has responded to questions raised regarding a video shown in several history classes last month. The board requested Dr. Michael Gill, assistant superintendent of instructional leadership, form a committee and review the county’s current policies regarding controversial subject matter presented in classrooms. There are three policies currently in place that deal with classroom subject material, and the presentation of “Searching for the Roots of 911” didn’t break any of them, according to Gill. But Gill did acknowledge that one of the policies had not been reviewed since 2005
and the others were updated in 2012. Dr. Jamelle Wilson, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, also endorsed plans to review the current policies. “I do believe that going forward to look at changing the language or clarifying the language and utilizing teachers and principals to help us understand exactly how that language is updated could be very useful,” Wilson said. Several board members said reviewing a policy and updating language does not necessarily equate to a change in procedures currently in place. “Saying we are going to review the policy doesn’t necessarily mean we are going to change the policy,” Mechanicsville District rep-
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Herbert Chittum attended last week’s Hanover County School Board meeting and expressed his displeasure with the airing of a controversial film entitled “Searching for the Roots of 9-11” and told members the practice should not be repeated.
resentative Roger Bourassa said. Beaverdam District member John Axselle addressed the content of the video that caused the uproar. “I watched the video and I don’t have a problem with
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it. I see it as a great teaching tool,” Axselle said. “The folks who attacked us on 9-11 didn’t like us. Our students will be leaving this school system and going into a world where there are people who don’t like America. I see it as a great tool for thought-provoking conversation.” Cold Harbor representative Norman Sulser said the revised policy should include an optout option for parents. While students were given an opt-out to attend alternative lessons during the airing of the controversial video, parents did not have that option. The current policy does not address parental opt-out and Sulser said that should be included in the revised wording. One citizen who spoke during the public comment
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“I take exception to what the gentleman just said,” said Alma Summerour. “We are a nation of the First Amendment and public schools should know that. This is a nation of religious freedom and people have the right to choose what religion they choose or to have no religion,” she said. Christiane Riederer Von Paar has two children in Hanover schools and spoke in favor of showing the video. “I think it is important that teachers not feel threatened when they show a video like this. It is important that we see all kinds of viewpoints,” Ruederer Von Paar said. Gill noted the board’s direction to review the policies and said an update will be provided at next month’s school board meeting.
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period saw it differently and said the video was offensive propaganda and should not be shown again in Hanover County schools. “I believed this board would never allow propaganda like that in the classroom,” said Herbert Chittum. “That trust has been broken. This video is an insult to the 2,977 Americans killed on 9-11.” He said the video reflects an out of touch administration at the school system. “At best, this shows a total lack of understanding or disregard for the threat that radical Islam presents to America,” Chittum said. “At worst, the showing of the video promotes an agenda that America is somehow to blame for 9-11 and got what it deserved.” Other citizens who spoke didn’t see it that way.
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Diana Rector, left, Kathy Rector and Carter Winston worked together at Winn Baptist Church’s Operation Christmas Child booth to stuff a box with toys and supplies Saturday during the Fall Fellowship Festival.
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Father Adam Sexton of St. Andrews Orthodox Church in Ashland explained his church’s traditional approach to worship to Archie Abaire, at right, who told Sexton that he represents Virginia Interfaith Power and Light, a group that works with congregations on green practices to fight global warming. The two exchanged business cards during their conversation Saturday at the Fall Fellowship Festival.
“Everyone here has a mission or a program,” Hines said. “It’s about sharing that mission. Strong partnerships make strong communities. I just don’t see any negatives here.” From scouts to Veterans of Foreign Wars groups, from
Friends of Hanover Dog Parks to the Special Olympics, about 90 churches, clubs and organizations were represented at the event. Hines said, based on this year’s success, he thinks the event could become an annual occurrence.
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Saturday, Oct. 25 Walnut Grove Baptist Church will host a Fall Fam Jam from 3 to 5 p.m. at the church, 7046 Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. The free family carnival event will be free and open to the public. For more information, call 804-746-5081. The Women’s Ministry of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church is sponsoring a 2014 Gospel Explosion Showcase, “Praise Ye The Lord,” at 4:30 p.m. at the church, 8175 Pleasant Grove Rd., Mechanicsville. Dr. Johnny Branch will be the host. Talents will include the Soul Seekers of Mechanicsville, The Hanover Mass Choir, Image of Purpose Mime Ministry of Anointed New Life Baptist Church, the Spoken Words of Ayo Morton, The Covenant, featuring Criss Seabrook,
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how to order equipment to get started. Registration is $30, and includes a copy of the book “Beekeeping Basics” and lunch. To register, visit www. ashlandvabeekeepers.org, then click on “Events” for a registration form or e-mail ashlandvabeekeepers@gmail.com to request a form via e-mail. Print out the form, fill it out, and mail it, along with your check, to the address given. Registration deadline is Oct. 15. For more information, email ashlandvabeekeepers@ gmail.com, or call Ronnie at 804-798-5191. Black Creek Baptist Church will host a Community Fall Festival from 2 to 4 p.m. Festivities will include games, candy, popcorn, snow cones, a cupcake walk, corn hole tournaments, an inflatable slide and more. Kids are welcome to bring their costumes. Email bcbcfallfestival@gmail.com for more information or to register for the corn hole tournament. The church is located at 6289 McClellan Road.
The Bon Secours Cancer Institute will host the eighth annual Pink Tie Gala from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. in the Greater Richmond Convention Center Ballroom. A reception with light hors d’oeuvres will begin at 7 p.m. All proceeds from the dance will benefit the Central Virginia affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure to fund breast cancer awareness, grant programs, survivor support, education and research. Tickets, which cost $85, are now sold out and will not be offered at the door. For more information, visit www. pinktiegala.org. A family movie matinee will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Atlee Branch Library. The whole family is invited to enjoy a movie on the big screen, with popcorn and drinks provided by the Friends of the Atlee Library. For more information, call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. A Quilters’ Creations program will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Hanover
Branch Library for ages 16 and up. Attendees will find out how to make an owl pincushion using quick and easy quilting techniques and will see a display of projects from local quilters. Refreshments will be provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information, call 804365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. A dramatic reading of Edgar Allen Poe’s “The Raven” will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Participants ages 13 and up can attend this presentation by Chris Semtner of the Poe Museum. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Mechanicsville Library. For more information, call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place. Rehoboth Baptist Church at 5904 Acquinton Church Road, King William, will host a Salt Fish Breakfast on from 7 to 9 a.m. The requested donation for each ticket is $10 for age 12 years and older, $5 for children 4 to 11 years, and children 3 and under eat free. Tickets are on sale at the church office or from any church member, and also may be purchased at the door the day of the breakfast. For more information, call 804-769-8400. Messiah Lutheran Church and School will host a free seminar, Celebrating Life's Journey: Providing Loving Care to Seniors, on from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 8154 Atlee Road. Special guests include speakers from the Bon Secours Health System, Bennett Funeral Homes and other area agencies serving senior adults and their families. Free resources and a box lunch will be provided for attendees. Reservations are required by Wednesday, Oct. 22. For more information or to RSVP, call 804-746-7134 or email parishnurse@mlcas.org.
A reception will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. at Windmere Art Gallery, 6162 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville for a mixed media show by the Lee Artists Association, “Fall Back Into Art.” The show will remain on display through Nov. 15. A fall festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hanover Academy, 115 Frances Road, Ashland. Vendors will offer items for sale. There will also be carnival games, a bounce house, face painting and more. Lunch and baked goods will also be offered for sale, along with Brunswick Stew, while supplies last. An all-you-can-eat Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Doswell Ruritan Club, 16433 N. Washington Highway, Doswell. The meal includes bread, salad, drinks and desert. Proceeds will benefit the club’s scholarship program. Meals will cost $8 for adults, and $4 for ages 4 to 10. Take-outs will be available. Taylor’s Spookie Fun Fest will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at Pole Green Park, 8996 Pole Green Park Lane, Mechanicsville. The event is designed for families with children 11 and under. Children are encouraged to wear costumes, and will participate in flashlight toy and candy hunts, trick or treat booths, rides, games, dancing and activities. Monster House will be shown on a giant inflatable screen at about 7:30 p.m., after the last candy hunt. Attendees are free to bring lawn chairs and blankets or to watch from their vehicles. The event is coordinated by the Hanover County Department of Parks and Recreation. Haunted History will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown, 16120 Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam. Preservation Virginia will see CALENDAR, pg. 26
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Brandon Sr. and Christen Baker of Mechanicsville are introducing their newest addition, Carmella Hope Baker, who was born at 6:49 p.m. Oct. 6. She weighed five pounds and 15 ounces. Carmella also was welcomed by big brother, Brandon Jr., and grandparents, Joan and Albert Gerbino of Mechanicsville and Paula and Louis Baker of Henrico. The Bakers extended special thanks to the godparents, Ashleigh Wooten and Christopher Adams.
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Jackson Colt Keith Gotchall, the son of Lexie Gotchall and DJ Ballard Jr., was born July 31. His grandparents are Mark and Rebecca Gotchall & Donnie and Donna Ballard Sr., all of Mechanicsville. Great-grandparents are Christine Boss of Tennessee, Jim and Debbie Blackwell of Louisa and Linda Jenkins of King William. Jackson’s great-grandmother is Ethel Farr of King William.
Mark, Lindsey and big brother Cooper Irwin of Mechanicsville are proud to announce the birth of another baby boy, Parker Covington Irwin. Parker was born Oct. 7, weighing seven pounds 13.6 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. Parker’s proud grandparents are Paul and Keene Irwin Jr. and Larry and Elizabeth Covington, all of Mechanicsville. The family extends a special thanks to the doctors and nurses at Virginia Women’s Center and Memorial Regional Medical Center “who provided exceptional care during this special time in our lives.”
Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com he 8th Annual Pink Tie Gala will be held from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, in the Greater Richmond Convention Center Ballroom to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and development of a cure. Bon Secours Cancer Institute is presenting the dance, which also supports survivors, education and research in the community. Highlighting the event will be an exhibition of “The Celebration of Life Dance Team,” which consists of Breast Cancer survivors — all novice dancers — who take 12 weeks of dance lessons with expert dance partner from “Rigby’s Jig” dance studio. They each prepare a choreographed ballroom dance routine and show how they celebrate life through IF YOU GO . . . dance. 7:30 p.m. Kat Simons of to 12:30 a.m. Lite98 will serve as Saturday, the master of cerOct. 25 emonies. Greater Richmond Tickets are $8, Convention with all net proceeds Center Ballroom going to the “Central Virginia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure”. According to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, in 2014, it is estimated that among U.S. women there will be 232,670 new cases of invasive
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share tales of those who came before us and may still be among us and show how the dead were historically remembered with death masks, hair jewelry and memorial buttons. Refreshments will be served in the kitchen. No reservations are needed for this open house-style event. Admission costs $5.
Sunday, Oct. 26 Bethel United Methodist Church will celebrate their 160th anniversary during 11 a.m. worship services, with lunch and music to follow. The church is located at 17380 Dawn Boulevard in Hanover, and can be reached by calling 804-994-5344. New Bethesda Baptist Church will host a bluegrass gospel music event at 6 p.m. The evening will feature Amy Ladd and Friends with special guests the Hometown Bluegrass Band. The church is located at 9019 New Bethesda Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804789-0443. Camp Hanover will host the Common Chords Jamboree from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. Old Dog New Tricks, Willow Creek, Randy Cook
& Friends, and Baldwin & Tolson are among the groups scheduled to perform. The event will also include family fun and a Brunswick Stew Dinner. Suggested donation is $10. Proceeds benefit the Annual Fund for Camp Hanover. Camp Hanover is located at 3163 Parsleys Mill Road, Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804779-2811, or visit www.camphanover.org or www.facebook.com/CampHanover. Gethsemane Church of Christ will host a Trunk or Treat event from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church, 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike. Children ages up to 11 and their families will encounter costumed Bible Hero Actors, play carnival games, eat dinner, enjoy inflatables and get lots of candy from decorated car trunks. The event is free. For more information, call 804-779-2044 or visit www. gethsemanechristians.org.
Monday, Oct. 27 A Halloween storytime and costume parade will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Atlee Branch Library for ages 3 through 8. Participants can wear their Halloween costumes for a special evening storytime that will include a parade through the library and
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Tuesday, Oct. 28 Storytimes will be held at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Mother Goose storytime, for children 6 to 24 months old and accompanied by a parent, will begin at 10 a.m. Preschool storytime, for children 3 to 5 years old, starts at 10:45 a.m. Family storytime, for all ages, will be offered at 11:15 a.m. and 6:45 p.m. For more information, call 804746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place. A genealogy workshop will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Participants can learn how to search for information and build a family tree using Ancestry Library Edition and HeritageQuest. Basic computer experience is preferred. You must call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place to sign up for this class. Mechanicsville Chess Club meets at 6 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Station, 4428 Mechanicsville Turnpike. The group is an open community chess club with no membership fees. All skill levels are welcome. The club meets on the second and
fourth Tuesday of each month. Chess players under 18 years old are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit www. MechanicsvilleChessClub.org.
Wednesday, Oct. 29 Storytimes will be held at the Atlee Branch Library. Mother Goose storytime, for children 6 to 24 months old and accompanied by a parent, will begin at 10 a.m. Toddler storytime, for 2-year-olds accompanied by a parent, will start at 10:45 a.m. Preschool storytime, for children who are 3 to 5 years old, will start at 11:15 a.m. For more information, call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. Storytimes will be held at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Toddler storytime, for 2-year-olds accompanied by a parent, will begin at 10 a.m. Preschool storytime, for children who are 3 to 5 years old, starts at 10:45 a.m. Family storytime, for all ages, begins at 11:15 a.m. For more information, call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place.
Thursday, Oct. 30 Support in Difficult Times will be held 7 to 8 p.m. on the last Thursday of every month at The Main Channel office at 6130 B Mechanicsville Turnpike in the Hedrick building. Leaders are Steve Saunders, M.Ed., 804-405-5216, and Celie Thomas, M.Ed., 804432-1109. There is no charge and meetings are open to the public. Registration by phone is requested. www.themainchannel.net. Storytimes will be held at the Atlee Branch Library. Mother Goose storytime, for children 6 to 24 months old and accompanied by a parent, will begin at 10 a.m. Family storytime, for all ages, will start at 10:45 a.m. Preschool storytime, for children who are 3 to 5 years old, will start at
11:15 a.m. For more information, call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9161 Atlee Road. Storytimes will be held at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Toddler storytime, for 2-year-olds accompanied by a parent, will begin at 10 a.m. Preschool storytime, for children who are 3 to 5 years old, starts at 10:45 a.m. Family storytime, for all ages, begins at 11:15 a.m. For more information, call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place. A workshop, Learning Microsoft Word, will be held at the Mechanicsville Branch Library from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Participants will learn to format, edit and save documents in Word. You must call 804746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place to sign up for this class. GriefShare, a Christcentered support group to help those who have lost a loved one, meets at the New Highland Baptist Church at 9200 New Ashcake Road in Mechanicsville. The group meets each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 804-550-9601. The Hanover High School Orchestra will present a free fall concert at 7 p.m. in the school’s auditorium. Selections will be moviethemed. The HHS Orchestra Boosters will be auctioning off a new handmade electric guitar during the event. The Arthritis Foundation is offering a six-week Tai Chi class at Covenant Woods in Mechanicsville. The class meets on Thursday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., through Nov. 20. This program uses easy to learn, gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance and well-being. Cost is $48 or $10 to drop in for a single class. For more information or to register, contact Jo Ann Widner, RN, at 3703906.
Friday, Oct. 31 Family storytime for all ages will be held at 10:45 a.m. at the Hanover Branch Library. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. The Doswell Volunteer Fire Company will host a turkey shoot at 7 p.m. at Station 4, 16243 Washington Highway, Doswell. The event will occur weekly through Nov. 21. Cost is $2.50 per shot. An assortment of meats, including sausage, bologna, bacon and turkey, will be given as prizes. Every fifth round will be a 50/50 money round. Concessions will be sold. For more information, call 804-876-3880. Transcend Paranormal investigators will lead guided investigations of Hanover Tavern, the historic courthouse and the stone jail starting at 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www.hanovertavern.org or by calling 804-537-5050. Anchor Baptist Church and The Bridge Church will host a free Trunk or Treat event from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 8026 Walnut Grove Road in Mechanicsville. There will be candy, hayrides, a juggling act, horses and cider, donuts and cookies. The event is free and open to the public.
Sunday, Nov. 2 The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education will host an opening reception for its 8th annual Grand Local Artist Show and 3rd annual Hanover County Landmarks and Legends: Small Works of Art Show from 3 to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The shows will remain on exhibit through Dec. 27. The center is located at 17205 Mountain Road in Montpelier, and can be reached by calling 804-883-7378. For more information, visit www.montpeliercenter.org. A Memorial Service will be held at Walnut Grove see CALENDAR, pg. 38
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Dems: stream meetings The Hanover Democratic Committee endorses live streaming of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors and Hanover County School Board meetings, as presented to the board of supervisors by John Gordon. In addition, our committee also would like to see live streaming of the Planning Commission meetings because this is where many crucial zoning issues are introduced and early stage decisions are made. Transparency on these three boards/commissions is the first step in making government more responsive. We have talked with representatives in surrounding counties … several smaller than Hanover … and they have already initiated live streaming. We are frankly surprised it is taking Hanover so long to begin this process while it’s a done deal in other jurisdictions. In addition, representatives from the Hanover Democratic Committee (John Gordon and Toni Radler) met with County Administrator Rhu Harris several months ago to discuss this issue and found no reason holding Hanover back. The costs are negligent and the benefits many. In the best interest of transparency, we urge the supervisors to approve live streaming so that county citizens can stay informed even if they can’t attend the meetings. We believe that transparency in government is paramount to good government. We urge the Hanover County Board of Supervisors to join the movement to bring government closer to the people. Hanover Democratic Committee Gordon Silver Chairman Hanover
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Streaming meetings Many of the citizens of Hanover County are constrained by time, distance or resources from attending these important public meetings [Hanover County Board of Supervisors and Hanover County School Board]. Citizens expect (and need) to view their elected and appointed officials in session. Implementation of and publicity about streaming will prove very helpful to county residents. I am certain you recognize the positive aspects of this action by the board of supervisors. I fully support the observations and recommendation of John Gordon with regard to streaming of board meetings. John ably summarizes this recommendation on streaming as follows: “Live streaming of the meetings and archiving them on the county website for citizens to see their government in action is expected in this day and age with the technology now available. I can think of no better approach to demonstrating your integrity, acknowledging your accountability, respecting your constituents, and facilitating inclusiveness and transparency in your deliberation than by steaming board meetings.” Ragan Phillips Ashland
BOS chair thanked While we are focused on the enemy overseas, our country is being destroyed from inside of our own country. It’s coming to us from every direction. We receive such poor information from most of our media and in some of our own Hanover County Public Schools.
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Instead of showing a DVD on a great educational true film on “America” what it would be without her, which shows not only the good but the ugly that have happened. The Hanover County School Board powers that be chose a DVD taken of Muslims in our American college here in our own country telling the camera why we Americans are hated. We saw they believe we are the cause of 9/11 because we are bullies to other countries. This is disgusting. A few of us attended a Hanover County Board of Supervisors meeting after someone brought this to the attention of Sean Davis [chairman of the board]. He showed a short piece of the DVD. Jamelle Wilson [superintendent of HCPS] said she sees nothing wrong with this choice to show some of our students. Davis stated he did not agree with this subject being shown in some of our schools. Supervisor Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley also agreed but the one I’m most proud of is supervisor Canova Peterson. He voiced a heart-warming statement about the subject. Both he and Davis have served in the military and are proud of our country as we all should be. I thank Sean for bringing the subject up before the very small group that attended for that very reason. Wanda Carman Mechanicsville
‘Experts’ close to liberals Someone one said “Good judgment is forced upon us by age and experience.” Well, the experience of the last statewide election was enough to age any conservative. In case nobody noticed, conservatives lost. All five statewide offices are now held by the most extreme liberals I have ever seen in Virginia. Are conservatives losing
elections or throwing them away? This is the question. I saw a large part of the answer when I took part in the Mark Obenshain recount. To actually see the ballots that were cast was a real experience. Large numbers of voters did not even vote for attorney general. Does any conservative believe Mark Herring is a better attorney general than Mark Obenshain would have been? Herring will not defend our Virginia Constitution. Herring will not require all felony child molestation cases to be reported. Herring will not prosecute voter fraud. Herring cannot be impeached. For several years I sat and listened to speeches I knew to be irrational. These speeches were given by people who claimed to be experienced, well trained political experts. I knew these speeches were irrational and said so. I believe the Thomas Edison definition of expert. Edison said an expert is anybody from out of town. Some so-called experts are not from Mechanicsville. They should be ignored. These “experts” claim they seek conservative ideological purity in candidates. Yet, when one comes forth, they immediately begin to criticize this candidate. These “experts” have never met a Republican they could support or a Democrat they would oppose. Is it any wonder the Democrats love these so-called “experts?” Those who claim to be reforming the Republican Party by blind opposition to all Republican candidates are giving blind support to all Democrats. The liberals just smile all the way to the inauguration. They cannot believe conservatives were dumb enough to throw away another election. In politics there are only those who win and those who lose. Those who win take the oath of office and do their
thing. Those who lose are swept aside like dead leaves off the sidewalk and forgotten. Too many good people have lost over the last few years because they did not meet the conservative ideological purity standards of these so-called “experts.” What conservative standards did the winners meet? Why none. None at all. I believe these “experts” are closet liberals. After every election they go back into their liberal closet and hug themselves while they giggle and think about how they fooled them again. Giggle. Giggle. After all, everything they did helped the liberals. Can I be the only one who has noticed this? Larnie C. Allgood Jr. President Mechanicsville Tea Party
Defending McDonnells What a shame that a good governor and his wife were railroaded by a bunch of liberal prosecutors even though no concrete evidence was ever presented that they did anything illegal. While the McDonnells [Bob and Maureen] face years of imprisonment, the real criminal still walks free in the White House gradually destroying our country and marking the world a much more unsafe place in which to live. From the murder of four brave U.S. men in Benghazi where Obama did nothing to help them to using government agencies like the IRS to harass and punish conservative groups to do nothing to stop Russia’s Vladimir Putin from gobbling up land belonging to another sovereign country. He releases five top terrorists, most certainly to kill more of our own people, for an American deserter but does nothing to bring home a decorated Marine who made a
wrong turn into Mexico. Time after time, we see him helping our enemies and not helping our own patriotic countrymen. While Americans are having their heads cut off by vicious, radical Muslim terrorists who are getting stronger and more powerful as they put Israel and America in their sights for destruction, Obama continues to vacation, play golf and fund raise for the Democrats. The leftist Democrats have no problem targeting conservatives for harassment and prosecution but the conservative Republicans seem so timid and spineless to bring Obama and his thugs up for prosecution. Only the great Sarah Palin has shown more courage and backbone than most of her male colleagues put together and unapologetically called for Obama to be impeached and thrown out of office. And may I add that after that he should be thrown in jail for high crimes against the American people. I am amazed that the McDonnells should be convicted for accepting a few mostly unsolicited gifts and loans that cost the taxpayers of Virginia nothing before the unwarranted charges were made against them. That is crazy and unjust. And I also am amazed that Obama has not been convicted for wasting millions and millions of taxpayers’ money on his many golfing outings, his and Mrs. Obama’s many vacations and trips — many times traveling separately at double the expense with their huge entourages and his many fundraising jaunts around the country. That also is crazy and unjust that he has not been convicted of anything. That the McDonnells are about to go to prison and Barack Obama is still walking free is one of the greatest miscarriages of justice that we have ever seen. Raymond C. Germeroth Mechanicsville
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Football: Armstrong at Atlee 7:00 p.m.
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Football: Hanover at Lee-Davis 7:00 p.m.
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Hawks carry off Wildcats in upset victory By Weldon Bradshaw For The Mechanicsville Local For two very long weeks, Clayton Cheatham nursed his injured right hand, watched restlessly from the sideline, and longed for the moment that he would step on the football field once again and feel the thrill of contact and competition. Friday night, Hanover High’s 6-foot-2, 205-pound sophomore quarterback unleashed a fortnight of disappointment, frustration and pent-up energy that propelled the Hawks to a 56-12 victory over visiting Armstrong. “It’s tough to be on the bench,” Cheatham said. “You learn you’re not invincible. It makes you cherish what you have. “It fuels that fire. It makes you play that much harder when you come back.” On the Hawks’ first offensive play, Cheatham faked a handoff inside to Brooks Coombs, then skirted left end for 45 yards. By the time he stepped aside midway through the fourth period, Cheatham had rushed 28 times for 210 yards and four touchdowns and completed 3 of 8 passes for 59 yards plus a 2-point conversion. “It was a veer option,” said Hanover coach Derek Stoudt of the play that Cheatham ran successfully over and over. We just mixed up the read. We
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Left, Hanover quarterback Clayton Cheatham (10) winds up for a pass in the Hawks’ 56-12 victory over visiting Armstrong Friday. Above, Hanover running back Brooks Coombs (7) lunges forward after taking the handoff from quarterback Clayton Cheatham.
mixed up whether we kept it or blocked it. We mixed up the action in the offensive line. “Our bread-and-butter is running the football. It finally came together tonight.” Cheatham’s first TD came at 10:14 of the first period on a 6-yard run to end a four-play, 65-yard drive. He surprised the Wildcats (5-2) with a pass to Ryan
Mallory for an 8-0 lead, and the Hawks (4-3) were building momentum that never waned. Mallory scored the second touchdown with 56 seconds left in the first quarter on an 8-yard flanker reverse. Then, in the second period, the Hawks capitalized on two Armstrong fumbles to score twice more and take a 28-0 advantage into halftime.
The Wildcats responded quickly after the break. Quarterback Deshaun Waller connected with Marquez Baker for an 81-yard score, then scrambled from the pocket under intense pressure and outran the Hawks pursuit for a 64-yard TD. Hanover tightened its 4-3 defense, ended the Armstrong threat, then scored four more
touchdowns in short order to send the homecoming crowd into a state of jubilation. “We said we were going to let them make the mistakes, capitalize on them, and minimize our mistakes,” Cheatham said. “The ideal situation would be the whole game goes smoothly, but always going to have that little bump. “We overcame it, and we got
it done.” Hanover amassed 456 yards of offense, 397 rushing (including 126 on 24 carries by Coombs), 59 passing and 20 first downs. “They’re a great team, they got the angles on us, they got a lead on us, and we didn’t respond,” said Armstrong coach Kedrick Moody. “We have to bounce back. We have to come to play every week.” Whatever could go wrong for the Wildcats seemingly did. The Hawks sacked Waller six times. Another fumble late in the
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Big-play Springers pounce on C-feds early By Matthew Stoss For The Mechanicsville Local Other than three big plays, Lee-Davis did not have too bad a visit at Highland Springs Friday night – except those three plays helped dump the Confederates’ football team in a 20-point first-quarter hole. The Confederates never got out. Highland Springs’ offense scored early on plays of 63 and 71 yards – a 66-yard kick return set up a third touchdown – and weathered a second-half lull en route to a 34-19 win over LeeDavis to remain undefeated. “We knew they were, obviously, real fast and athletic,” Lee-Davis coach Ryan Turnage said. “And if you get them in space, they can really hurt you, and the first play of the game was an example of that, you know – big play.” The Springers (7-0) finished with 309 yards of offense, and their average scoring play was 48 yards. Three of their five touchdowns came on plays 63 yards or longer, two of which came in the first quarter: a 63-yard run by speedy Old Dominion commit Marcus Taylor on the first play from scrimmage and a 71-yard pass from quarterback Juwan Carter that hit Greg Dortch smoothly in stride. Dortch finished with 115 yards receiving on four catches. They also had a 66-yard kickoff return by K.C. Hinton – a Delaware recruit – set that up an 18-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Carter to Michigan State-bound receiver Felton Davis in the corner of the end zone. Carter finished 10-for-19 for 169 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions. “We started fast but did not finish strong,” Highland Springs coach Loren Johnson said. “We
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Above, Highland Springs running back K.C. Hinton (2) finds plenty of running room around the right end in the Springers’ 34-19 victory over visiting Lee-Davis Friday. Left, Lee-Davis running back Blake Stattelman (26) breaks free for a touchown.
12 of 23 passes for 97 yards with a touchdown – a 5-yarder to Odysseas Qualk to make it 34-19 with 11:07 to play – and no interceptions. Blake Stattelman (15-yard run) and Nathan Evans (4-yard run) also scored for Lee-Davis. “Everyone did their job, everybody played with great started the game off, we had 27 points in the first quarter, and it kind of just took us to another place. I think everybody just kind of felt like it was going to be easy all the way through.” Add a 64-yard punt return by Dortch just over two minutes into the second half to make it 34-7, and it was just too much for Lee-Davis (2-5) to overcome, despite holding the Springers to 44 yards of offense in the second half.
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“Just little, small things we missed – tackling and everything,” said Lee-Davis tailback Dal’Quon Mundy, who rushed for 63 yards on 17 carries. “Just stuff that we can pick up and learn from.” Lee-Davis – aided by 11 Highland Springs’ penalties that went for more than 100 yards – were led by Mundy and quarterback Brandon Sulser to 190 yards of offense. The senior quarterback completed
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been a nice drive. Lee-Davis got stuffed twice on questionable play-calls, first on a run on third and goal at the 4 and then on a run on fourth and goal at the 5. Both went into stacked lines, and the Confederates turned it over on downs with 2:13 left in the second quarter. “We had a play that we liked and we had the wrong personnel on the field and we had to use a timeout,” Turnage said. “And we stuck with [the play] and we didn’t like it. The defense didn’t react the way we hoped they would.” Turnage blamed himself for those calls. “We were trying to run an unbalanced line, and they were shifting to it late,” Turnage said. “We snapped it too early. And we hadn’t really talked our kids through that, so, like I said, it was a coaching error on our part. I’ll take the heat for that.” Lee-Davis H. Springs
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HS — Taylor 63 run (Notley kick) L-D — Stattelman 15 run (Hall effort. 100 percent,” Sulser said. kick) “The line probably had the best HS — Davis 14 pass from Carter (Notley kick) blocking they’ve had all year.” HS — Anderson 30 run (Notley The Confederates had a kick) chance to cut Highland Springs’ HS — Dortch 71 pass from Carter lead to 13 at the end of the (kick failed) first half and perhaps get some HS — Dortch 64 punt return (Notley kick) momentum. Instead, they got L-D — Qualk 5 pass from Sulser nothing on back-to-back runs (kick blocked) inside the 5, spoiling what had L-D — Evans 4 run (pass failed)
“They’re very talented,” said Allen, a 5-8, 195-pound junior. “Our line has to contain. Corners and DB’s have to come up to fill. They also have to be ready for the pass because they have some dangerous wide receivers. “It took a group effort.”
third period resulted in a recovery by Hanover linebacker T.J. Allen and a 5-yard TD run by Coombs on the ensuing play. The Wildcats, quick, fast and athletic, managed 194 total yards, but only 49 came on plays Armstrong Hanover that didn’t result in points.
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H — Cheatham 6 run (Bazala pass to Mallory) H — Mallory 7 run (run failed) H — Cheatham 1 run (Flippin kick) H — Cheatham 2 run (Flippin kick) A — Mack 81 pass from Waller (run failed) A — Waller 64 run (run failed) H — Cheatham 13 run (Flippin kick) H — Coombs 5 run (Flippin kick) H — Coombs 5 run (Flippin kick) H — Bazala 20 run (Flippin kick)
Raiders’ aerial attack easily tames Jaguars 45-14 By Sean Korsgaard For The Mechanicsville Local Despite a late-game rally by Glen Allen, Atlee established a comfortable early lead and maintained momentum to hold on to a commanding 45-14 victory in front of a packed homecoming crowd Friday night. Several Raiders put forward some of their best performances of the season as Atlee picked up its sixth victory of the year. Wide receivers Tramell Carey and Zachary Jacobs both had more than 90 yards each, while quarterback Rasharrd Harris would pass for more than 300 yards with two touchdowns. Harris ran for a third touchdown. “We just came out there tonight as a team,” said Harris. “We played hard, we gave it everything we had, and I’m glad it paid off.” “Harris did a great job offensively for us tonight, the whole team did a heck of a job out there,” said Atlee coach Roscoe Johnson. “They were able to put all three phases together, the whole package offensively and defensively, and I’m excited to have a good win tonight, especially on homecoming.” In the first quarter of the game, Atlee scored three touchdowns, the first two being passes to Carey and Jacobs, and the third coming from an 11-yard rushing touchdown from A.J. Zollar. In a pattern that would haunt Glen Allen for much of the game, the Jaguars got close to the goal line twice in the first quarter, but failed to get through the Raiders’ defensive line into the end zone. The Raiders extended their lead to 28-0 just before half time on Harris’ 3-yard run. The Jaguars took advantage of an Atlee turnover to get on the scoreboard in the second half when they forced an Atlee
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Right, Atlee receiver Tramell Carey (5) hauls in a pass in the Raiders’ 45-14 win over Glen Allen Friday. Above, it takes three Jaguars to pull down Atlee quarterback Rasharrd Harris.
fumble that Glen Allen safety Marquis Jones recovered and returned 35 yards for a touchdown in the first minute of the third quarter. But the Raiders scored again on the next possession on a 40-yard run by Loumond Dandridge. After another Glen Allen drive came short, Atlee would go the distance with another rushing touchdown from Zollar. Aside from a 30-yard field goal from Atlee placekicker Ethan Ratke, Glen Allen’s defense kept Atlee from scoring in the fourth quarter. The Jaguars got the last touchdown of the game with a 48-yard pass from quarterback Jeremy Lacy to running back Tavion Fox. The drive was capped by a 2-point conversion by wide receiver Cole Blackman. Despite a valiant effort and some daring plays by Glen Allen, the Jaguars could not overcome the Raiders. “My guys just fought really hard, and that’s all we can ask them to do,” said Glen Allen
head football coach Keylon Mayo. “No matter who we face, all I ask them to do is fight hard. They did just that, and I couldn’t be prouder of them.” Mayo’s counterpart commended the Jaguars’ effort. “Glen Allen’s a good team, they fought hard, especially toward the end,” Johnson said. “We kept up though, we kept things going, and we continue to get better. That’s always our focus, just keep getting better with every game.” Atlee (6-1) will host Armstrong (5-2) Friday at 7 p.m. Atlee Glen Allen
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ATL — Carey 18 pass from Harris (Ratke kick) ATL — Jacobs 32 pass from Harris (Ratke kick) ATL — Zollar 11 run (Ratke kick) ATL — Harris 2 run (Ratke kick) GA — Jones 35 fumble return (kick failed) ATL — Dandridge 40 run (Ratke kick) ATL — Zollar 14 run (Ratke kick) ATL — FG Ratke 30 GA — Fox 48 pass from Lacy (Blackman pass from Lacey)
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Atlee outlasts Hawks in match of comebacks By Chip Knighton For The Mechanicsville Local Coming as close to the brink of defeat as possible didn’t faze the Atlee boys’ volleyball team on Tuesday night. Things only got better from there. The Raiders dropped the first two games at home against rival Hanover, then came back in emphatic fashion to win 2025, 22-25, 26-24, 25-21, 15-9. Buoyed by the return of outside hitter John Atwood from injury, Hanover (8-4) came out with intensity and won the first two games before running into trouble in the third game. The Hawks trailed by as many as four points before rallying to tie, then take the lead at 24-23 and forcing match point when Atwood blocked Atlee’s Jeremy Eye at the net. With the match on the line, the Raiders (11-1) clawed back to tie on a Kris O’Malley dink, then took the point from a lengthy rally when Hanover setter Giles Van Huss hit a return out of bounds. Owen Ward ended the game with an ace, and Atlee was off to the races against the taller Hawks. “They’re definitely a lot bigger team than we are,” Atlee coach Nick Robinson said. “I think at just about every position, they line up about three or four inches taller than we are. That’s definitely something that we have to be mindful of with our blocks. “The big thing is not necessarily getting blocks for points, but being in the right spots so our defense can play and get the ball up. We did that later on tonight. We struggled with that in games one and two, but it came on a little at the end.” The fourth game was another nip-and-tuck affair until the Raiders capitalized on a pair of Hawks’ mistakes to capture the game and knot the match at two
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Right, Atlee’s Jeremy Eye (8) tryes to slam the ball between the arms fo Hanover’s Taylor Rudd in the Raiders’ 3-2 come-from-behind victory Tuesday. Above, Atlee’s Jacob Rehmer-Stephens attempts to slam the ball past Hanover’s Giles Van Huss.
games apiece. The comeback complete, Atlee couldn’t quite put Hanover away until the later stages of the game, with two Alex Rae kills sandwiched around a cross-court winner from Eric Rohr put the Raiders in control at 9-7. From there, the Raiders salted the match away from the serving line. Rohr and Rae both collected aces in the last five points, with Rae scoring the final two points on serves that Elliott Sledd and Brian Stephen couldn’t return. “We changed up where we were serving a little bit,” Robinson said, “and started looking for some different spots and picking on some players that had struggled later on in set four. We stayed on them in five and that definitely paid off at the end.” Rae was Atlee’s rock even before his late heroics, collecting 10 kills in 12 attempts and two
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blocks to go with those matchclinching aces. Eye had a teamhigh 11 kills and Rohr collected five kills and four assists. “He was disruptive to the other team because they were having to stick with him a long time, which was giving our outsides one-on-one opportunities with blockers,” Robinson said. For Hanover, Sledd had game highs of 15 kills and 18 digs. Atwood, seeing his first game action of the season, had 14 kills and 12 digs, and Stephen finished with 17 digs. Coach Hilary Cassil also highlighted the play of Van Huss, who she said “made some great sets out of some not-great passes.” Despite the disappointing result, Cassil saw some positive signs, calling back to the teams’ previous meeting this season, a 3-1 Atlee victory in September. “It’s much better than we played them last time, so we’re making progress.”
Hawks’ girls outgun Raiders
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Hanover’s Miranda Hall (1) keeps Atlee’s Brigid Jacoby (1) and Melanie Snyder (22) guessing where she is going to hit the ball in the Hawks’ 3-1 girls’ volleyball victory over the visiting Raiders Tuesday. For the full story, go to http://mechlocal.com.
Prep golf season ends for boys, still goes for girls By Dave Lawrence dlawrence@mechlocal.com The high school golf season is over – almost. While most of the Virginia High School League season ended with the group golf tournaments last week, several area girls have a shot at competing in the VHSL girls’ open next Monday and Tuesday at Belle Haven Country Club in Alexandria. Hanover’s Matt Alexander and King William’s Mark Adams competed in their respective state tournaments last Monday and Tuesday – Alexander in the Group 4A tournament at Ivy Hill Golf Club in Forest; and Adams in the Group 2A tournament at Glenrochie Country Club in Abingdon. Alexander’s season came to a disappointingly early end as play was suspended as several days of rain, followed by heavy downpours Tuesday, rendered the Ivy Hill course unplay-
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Left, Atlee’s Erica Whitehouse has already qualified for the Virginia High School League girls’ open championship, which will be held at Belle Haven Country Club in Alexandria next week. Above, King William’s Mark Adams felt he could have played better, but was grateful for the chance to play in the VHSL Group 2A tournament last week.
able early in the middle of the second round. After a bit of a struggle on the saturated course Monday, Alexander was having a good morning and was on his fourth hole when the tourna-
ment was halted. For team competitors, VHSL officials counted the first three holes from the second day of play toward total scores. For individual competitors like
Alexander, officials counted only the first hole played that day – which left Alexander and Hanover coach Chris Pace unable to say where Alexander placed in the standings.
R-MC golfers finish 2nd in home tourney By Dave Lawrence dlawrence@mechlocal.com After the first day of the Ted Keller Memorial Invitational golf tournament at Hanover Country Club Monday, Randolph-Macon’s Gold team was sitting in an uncomfortable seventh place in the field of 15 teams. The Yellow Jackets took advantage of local knowledge to come back for a second place finish, the second and final day of the tournament Tuesday as windy conditions made the vertically and horizontally curvaceous course more challenging than usual for the visitor teams.
Randolph-Macon’s Kyle Fuller fought back from fifth place to finish regulation tied for first with Franklin and Marshall’s Brad Lankler, but fell to Lankler when Lankler birdied the third hole of a playoff for a one-stroke win. The Yellow Jacket team finished the first day 22 strokes behind first-place Franklin & Marshall, but picked up 10 strokes the second day as all the other teams struggled with the conditions on the course. “We know this course pretty well,” Fuller said. “Everybody else here struggled in the wind. We just stuck to our course knowledge and everybody played really well today and
allowed us to come back a little bit.” Lankler shot a first-round 68 to head into the second day in first place. But the windy conditions almost got the better of him Tuesday. “The wind didn’t help,” Lankler said. “I had a really rough start. I was a lot over through very few holes.” Mid-way through the course, he began to turn his play around. “I kind of told myself, ‘Let’s forget about it. Let’s move on, it’s a new golf hole,’ ” Lankler said. “And I just started a streak going. It was a day where everybody had to grind, but I came out on top.”
Fuller and Lankler finished regulation with a 36-hole total of 144 strokes. The pair parred the first two holes, but Lankler caught a break on the third. “The wind was coming from the right. It was 183 [yards], par 3,” Lankler said. “I knew that if I just put a 5-iron into the wind, it would bring it right to the hole and I could just swing smooth at it. I left it 10 feet below the hole and had a straight putt at it and just let it go.” Fuller took the outcome stoically. “We all hit good shots,” Fuller said. “He just made the first putt. That’s how it goes.”
“It’s really a shame,” Pace said. “The first day at states he has – everybody has – a bad round. … It was super wet. The grass grabbed your club. Also, it didn’t take much to move earth out there when it’s all wet, so you really have to make ballfirst contact and you’ve got to hit it perfectly. He just wasn’t able to do that that [first] day.” But Alexander started the second day with par on the first hole and hit the next three greens within feet of the pin. He was on the fourth green when the tournament was suspended. “He was swinging it good,” Pace said. “It’s a shame. When the sky opened up, the green – No. 4 – he was on is one of the highest points on the golf course, and it was under water.” During a lull in the rain 90 minutes after the initial suspension of play, tournament officials drove the course. Thirteen of the 18 greens were under water. While Glenrochie was not as inundated as Ivy Hill, the wet and super-fast greens caused
problems for the Group 2A golfers. King William’s Adams had a rough start to the tournament, triple-bogeying his first hole Monday and finishing with an 87. He recovered and shot an 82 the second day for a two-day total of 169, 17 strokes back of state champion Jordan Plogger of R.E. Lee-Staunton. King William golf coach Jay Blanton said a lot of golfers had a tough time at Glenrochie. “I was surprised at how high the scores were overall,” Blanton said. “There were a few rounds in there that were low, pretty low, but for the most part, the scores were pretty high for a state tournament. I don’t know if that was due to the wet conditions – it was pretty wet on Monday – or if that was a factor of the greens being as tough as they were.” Adams finished 16th in the 33-golfer field. He felt he should have finished higher – but he was grateful for the experience. “I didn’t play to the top of my ability,” Adams said. “But to make it to the state tournament is always a good thing, no matter how good you play or how bad you play.” With the exception of Atlee’s Erica Whitehouse, who qualified for the VHSL girls’ open following her finish in the Group 5A South regional tournament two weeks ago, the other area girls’ golf hopefuls had to finish in the top 20 percent of the field in the Central Zone tournament at Dogwood Trace Golf Course in Petersburg Tuesday (after this edition went to press). Atlee golf coach Jamie Edwards said that Whitehouse qualified for the 5A state tournament by her Region 5A South performance at The Hamptons two weeks ago, but because of VHSL rules regarding individual golfers, she had
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Maggie Walker boys win Milestat Invitational By Dylan Garner Richmond Times-Dispatch No matter how many cross country teams line up against the boys from Maggie Walker Governor’s School, the Dragons seem to find a way to the top. At Saturday’s MileStat.com Cross Country Invitational at Pole Green Park, the Dragons claimed first place in the boys’ A race, with James Madison winning the girls A race. Although Douglas Freeman kept it tight, Maggie Walker continues to show why it’s a force in the cross country scene. The win was Maggie Walker’s sixth in six races this season, and it has swept every invitational in which it has competed. Even for such an accomplished program, it’s an unprecedented level of success. “We’ve had undefeated regular seasons before, but not where we won every invitational that we were in,” said Maggie Walker coach Jim Holdren. Maggie Walker’s secret for success lies in the team’s depth and versatility. Holdren says he doesn’t need or expect the order of his runners to remain the same every race. He says he knows all of them will reach a certain standard, so not having to rely on a topheavy group eases the pressure. “Our top six or so changes every race,” said Maggie Walker’s Ryan Buscaglia. “It doesn’t seem like one person is that much
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to choose either the Group 5A tournament or the girls’ open. She chose the girls’ open. “If Atlee had gone [to the region tournament] as a team, then she could have played in
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Ryan Buscaglia from Maggie Walker Governor’s School finishes the boys’ A divison race in the MileStat Invitational cross country meet at Pole Green Park Saturday.
better than another.” Maggie Walker was led by Buscaglia, a sophomore who has taken over as the team’s No. 1 runner. He completed the race in 16:09, good for seventh overall. While the Dragons seem to be dominant every season, Holdren does his best to keep his runners hungry. With every win, Holdren said he still wants improvement. “We don’t want to just be the best in 2A,” Holdren said. “When you compare us with everybody else, we want to be the best that we can be, period – 6A, 5A, 4A. No matter who it is, we want to compete with them.” Buscaglia said that the team has a goal of a perfect score in the state championships, something that not even the best Maggie Walker teams of the past have accomplished.
“You gotta know your teammates are there for you,” said Buscaglia. “We trust each other, and that’s what we did today. … And that’s what we’ll have to do (at the state championships).” Other Richmond runners and teams were mixed in near the top of the boys’ and girls’ races. Deep Run’s Matthew Novak, the individual champion at the Maymont Cross Country Festival, finished fifth, running a 16:04. Jamie Hiegel from Trinity Episcopal and Grant Northcutt from Cosby finished 11th and 13th, respectively. In the girls’ race, Atlee’s Caitlin Donovan finished ninth with a time of 18:51. She and Chloe Bavin (19th) led Atlee to a seventh-place finish, the best among Richmond-area schools in the girls’ invitational. St. Catherine’s Libby Parrish finished 11th with a time of 18:57.
Milestat Invitational (At Pole Green Park) Boys “A” race Maggie Walker 172, Douglas Freeman 193, Thomas Jefferson (Alexandria) 211, Lafayette 282, Washington-Lee 293, Lake Braddock 333, Cosby 344, Deep Run 364, James Madison 384, Tabb 403, Atlee 408, Tuscarora 425, Bishop O’Connell 427, Ocean Lakes 433, Mountain View 436, Osbourn Park 437, Warhill 451, W.T. Woodson 471, Broad Run 475, Lee-Davis 475, South Lakes 498, Briar Woods 505, Trinity Episcopal 512, Kellam 523, Westfield 533, Landstown 571, Cox
582, Riverbend 582, McLean 599, Powhatan 676, Stafford 676, Mills Godwin 693, Grassfield 725, Glen Allen 790 Top 10: 1. Seufer (ECG) 15:30; 2. Pace (West) 15:41; 3. Lomogda (Cox) 15:49; 4. Lockwood (WTW) 16:01; 5. Novak (DR) 16:04; 6. Newland (BR) 16:07; 7. Buscaglia (MWGS) 16:09; 8. Garth (Riv) 16:11; 9. Sabourin (Land) 16:14; 10. Kieffer (Tabb) 16:14 Girls “A” race James Madison 66, Ocean Lakes 178, Tuscarora 186, Bishop O’Connell 258, Westfield 261, Lafayette 281, Atlee 284, Maggie Walker 290,
E.C. Glass 293, Osbourn Park 305, Deep Run 316, South Lakes 320, Washington-Lee 323, Tabb 331, Lake Braddock 334, Cosby 338, South County 383, St. Catherine’s 447, Thomas Jefferson (Alexandria) 447, Glen Allen 477, McLean 534, Western Branch 537, Princess Anne 538, Broad Run 566, Menchville 597, Riverbend 602, Chancellor 661 Top 10: 1. Davidson (ECG) 18:00; 2. Everly (OP) 18:34; 3. Freix (West) 18:35; 4. Lewis (Ver) 18:37; 5. Swaak (JM) 18:38; 6. Williams (JM) 18:40; 7. Wolcott (Tusc) 18:48; 8. Wood (Rapp) 18:51; 9. Donovan (Atlee) 18:51; 10. Wittrock (JM) 18:52
both,” Edwards said. “She shot 84-71 at The Hamptons to qualify, so she’s in.” In addition to Whitehouse, Atlee hopes to be able to send Arianna Martin to the state tournament. Hanover has two golfers – Rebecca Parsley and Bella Seip – hoping to earn their way in. Patrick Henry also has
two contenders: Andrea Dill and Shea Burch. Edwards said that Martin, while not having the best of seasons, cannot be counted out. “She has a solid chance,” Edwards said. “She’s capable of shooting in the low 80s, for sure.” Hanover’s two girl golfers
are underclassmen and fairly new to golf. Pace said the experience will be good for them. “There’s a lot of good golfers out there,” Pace said. “Our girls, I’d like to see them mostly get the experience, but there’s an outside chance that they could finish in the top half of the field. That would be great, to finish
in the top half of the field as a freshman – the sky’s the limit.” Patrick Henry is sending a strong pair to the Central Zone tournament. Dill is one of the Patriots’ top golfers, though she struggled in the middle portions of the Region 5A North tournament two weeks ago. “She started good and
finished good, but couldn’t overcome what happened in between,” said Patrick Henry golf coach Dave Hudak. “She’s in good springs. She played [Dogwood Trace] Golf Course in the Central Zone qualifier last year and shot a 72. She’s hoping to repeat and get back to state.”
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October 22, 2014
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Randolph-Macon outside hitter Courtney Lowers (23) goes for the kill in the Yellow Jackets’ 3-0 victory over visiting Eastern Mennonite Wednesday. Lowers finished with 14 kills and seven digs. For the full story, go to http://mechlocal.com.
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OCTOBER 24, 2014 11 PM 11:30 12 AM
College Football: BYU at Boise State. (N) (Live) Å
Women’s College Volleyball
Blue Bloods ’ Å
Asia
››‡ “The Wolverine” (2013) Hugh Jackman.
College Soccer: Wake Forest at Virginia. (N)
News
Project Runway: Thr.
Boardwalk Empire ’
››‡ “Con Air” (1997) Nicolas Cage. ‘R’ Å
7:30
The 700 Club ’ Å
›‡ “Ghost Ship” (2002) Julianna Margulies.
(:45) ››‡ “Fast & Furious 6” (2013) Vin Diesel. ’ ‘PG-13’
Interruption SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å Football
Project Runway Å
“The Nightmare Before Christmas”
›› “A Nightmare on Elm Street” (2010) Å
››‡ “2 Guns” (2013) Denzel Washington. ‘R’
NFL Live (N) Å
Divorce
Last Frontier
SportCtr SportsNet
Redskins
RavensTalk
(:35) Jimmy Kimmel Live
Shark Tank (N) ’
(:01) 20/20 (N) ’ Å
News
Hawaii Five-0 Ho’oilina
Blue Bloods Loose Lips
News
Late Show W/Letterman
2014 World Series: Game 3 -- Kansas City Royals at San Francisco Giants.
Mike
Two Men
Inside Ed.
Dateline NBC (N) Å
Grimm Å (DVS)
Constantine ’ Å
News
Tonight Show-J. Fallon
Payne
Jane the Virgin Å
America’s Next Model
Law & Order: SVU
Browns
Payne
How I Met
How I Met
How I Met
Rules
Rules
Jeopardy!
Last Man
How I Met
How I Met
How I Met
Art in the Twenty-First
Austin City Limits (N) ’
Mod Fam TMZ (N) ’ Parks C. Rose
Peep
Charlie Rose ’ Å
VCU Insight Dropping
Antiques Roadshow (N)
Ultimate Restorations
Aviators
Aviators
PBS NewsHour (N) ’
Great Perf.
(USA)
Law & Order: SVU
Law & Order: SVU
Law & Order: SVU
Law & Order: SVU
Law & Order: SVU
Mod Fam
Mod Fam
Mod Fam
Mod Fam
Chrisley
34
(TNT)
Castle Punked ’
Castle ’ Å (DVS)
Castle 3XK ’
Castle Almost Famous
On the Menu (N) Å
(:01) ››› “Gran Torino” (2008) Clint Eastwood. Å (DVS)
35
(WTBS)
Friends
Friends ’
Seinfeld ’
Seinfeld ’
Big Bang
Deal With It
37
(A&E)
The First 48 ’ Å
The First 48 ’ Å
The First 48 ’ Å
Criminal Minds Å
Criminal Minds Å
39
(SPIKE)
Cops Å
Cops Å
Cops Å
Cops Å
Cops Å
44
(DISC)
Gold Rush ’ Å
49
(NICK)
Parents
50
(DISN)
“Hallowntown II”
53
(FAM)
Boy/World
60
(LIFE)
Charmed Feats of Clay
56
(AMC)
››› “The Omen” (1976) Gregory Peck, Lee Remick. Å
››‡ “Damien: Omen II” (1978) William Holden. Å
301
(HBO)
(3:30) ›› “Cry Wolf”
(:45) ›› “Monster-in-Law” (2005) ‘PG-13’ Å
320
(MAX)
(:10) ››‡ “The Ringer” (2005)
33
36
Friends Cops Å
Sesame St.
Friends ’ Cops Å
Gold Rush ’ Å
Seinfeld ’ Cops Å
Seinfeld ’ Cops Å
Gold Rush Young Parker sets a season goal. ’
Boy/World
››› “Halloweentown High” (2004)
›››‡ “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride” (2005)
Charmed The Wendigo
Wife Swap ’ Å
›› “Cheaper by the Dozen 2” ‘PG’
The Mechanicsville Local
Monstober
October 22, 2014
Nicky
(:20) “Return to Halloweentown” ‘NR’
“The Nightmare Before Christmas” Wife Swap ’ Å
(:45) ›› “A Good Day to Die Hard” (2013) ’ ‘R’
Cops Å
Gold Rush - The Dirt (N)
SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob “Monster High: Freaky Fusion” Å Monstober
Big Bang
Mod Fam
››‡ “Yes Man” (2008) Jim Carrey. (DVS)
(:01) Criminal Minds ’
(:01) Criminal Minds ’
(:32) On the Menu Å Deal With It
(:02) Criminal Minds ’
Cougar Criminal
Bellator MMA Live (N) ’ (Live)
Top 20 Knockouts
Cops Å
Gold Rush (N) ’ Å
Edge of Alaska Å
(:02) Gold Rush Å
Edge
Full House
Full House
Prince
Prince
Friends ’
Friends ’
How I Met
Evermoor
Evermoor
I Didn’t
Liv-Mad.
Vampire
Vampire
Jessie ’
››‡ “Dark Shadows” (2012) Johnny Depp. Premiere.
“Big Driver” (2014, Suspense) Maria Bello. Å
The 700 Club ’ Å
“The Assault” (2014, Drama) Makenzie Vega. Å
›› “Omen III: The Final Conflict” (1981) Sam Neill. Å
Final Shot
Mod Fam
REAL Sports Gumbel
››‡ “The Devil’s Advocate” (1997) Keanu Reeves. ’ ‘R’
Real Time, Bill
Beetlejuice Big Driver
The Walking Dead Foo Fighters: Sonic
››‡ “The Heat” (2013) Sandra Bullock. ‘R’
Real Time Wild
SATURDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM
1:30
COMCAST 4
(ESPN)
7
(CSN)
8
2 PM
OCTOBER 25, 2014 2:30 3 PM 3:30
(ESPN)
7
(CSN)
Football
Football
8
(8-ABC)
Coaches
Football
Football
9
(6-CBS)
The NFL Today (N)
Football
11
(35-FOX) Football
MLS: Galaxy at Sounders
12
(12-NBC) English Premier League Soccer
Prem Goal Zone
Action Sports (N) Å
›› “Into the Blue” (2005) Paul Walker.
13
(65-CW)
Paid Prog.
“The Amityville Horror”
(8-ABC)
Raceline
Paid Prog.
Best
Athlete
Grantland Basketball
9
(6-CBS)
Recipe
All In
Paid Prog.
Paid Prog.
Foul Ball (N) Å
11
(35-FOX) ACC Blitz
College Football: North Carolina at Virginia. (N) (Live)
12
(12-NBC) Poppy Cat
English Premier League Soccer
13
(65-CW)
Animal Atl.
15
(WGN)
In the Heat of the Night
23
(23-PBS) Martha
24
(57-PBS) Sesame St. Dinosaur
Kitchen
Sunday NFL Countdown Countdown NASCAR Racing
(WGN)
Seinfeld ’
Manhattan Å
Law Order: CI
Law Order: CI
15
Best of Joy Paint This
Expeditions Antiques
23
(23-PBS) Moyers
Thomas
Bob Builder This Old House Hr
Kitchen
24
(57-PBS) Sesame St. Dinosaur
(USA)
Law & Order: SVU
Law & Order: SVU
(TNT)
Law & Order Ramparts
››‡ “Man on Fire” (2004) Denzel Washington. Å
35
(WTBS)
››‡ “You, Me and Dupree” (2006, Comedy)
››‡ “Yes Man” (2008) Jim Carrey. (DVS)
37
(A&E)
Storage
Storage
39
(SPIKE)
Storage
(11:33) › “The Final Destination” ’
Storage
Law & Order: SVU
Storage
Law & Order: SVU American The First 48 ’ Å
(:32) Stephen King’s It ’
Beauty
The 2014 Sea Trials ’
Joint Relief Castle ’ Å
NFL Football: Baltimore Ravens at Cincinnati Bengals. (N) (Live) Å Judge Judy Two Men
ThisMinute ThisMinute SAF3 Adrift ’ Å
Hubert
34
Community Storms
NFL Sun.
In the Heat of the Night
Victory
Hokie Playback From Oct. 25, 2014. (N) ’
Ravens Kickoff (N)
Chef
33
Storage
OCTOBER 26, 2014 2:30 3 PM 3:30
4
College Football: Delaware at William & Mary. (N) ’ (Live)
State
2 PM
Football
Score
Sportsnet
On Spot
1:30
Football
College Football: Teams TBA. (N) (Live)
Coolest
SUNDAY AFTERNOON 12 PM 12:30 1 PM
COMCAST
Inside Out
Two Men
Paid Prog.
Manhattan The Hive
Manhattan Å
Currents
Real Va.
Great Performances ’ Å
Dinosaur
Peg
Cat in the
Wild Kratts Wild Kratts Arthur
Chrisley
Chrisley
Chrisley
Chrisley
33
(USA)
Chrisley
34
(TNT)
Law & Order Juvenile ’
35
(WTBS)
(:15) ››‡ “Zoolander” (2001) Ben Stiller.
37
(A&E)
›››‡ “The Green Mile” (1999) Tom Hanks, David Morse. ’ Å
39
(SPIKE)
Chrisley
Motorcycle Racing
Manhattan Å Currents Chrisley
Chrisley
››‡ “Rules of Engagement” (2000) Tommy Lee Jones.
Training
(:15) › “Not Another Teen Movie” (2001) ››› “Face/Off” ’
(:33) ››‡ “Scream 4” (2011, Horror) Neve Campbell. ’
(11:00) “The Last House on the Left”
44
(DISC)
Misfit Garage ’ Å
Gold Rush Young Parker sets a season goal. ’
Gold Rush ’ Å
44
(DISC)
Gold Rush ’ Å
49
(NICK)
Power
Parents
Parents
Parents
Parents
Sanjay
“Fred 2: Night”
49
(NICK)
“Monster High: Freaky Fusion” ’
“Monster High: 13 Wishes” (2013) ’
Monster High: Frights
50
(DISN)
Austin
Austin
Austin
Jessie ’
Jessie ’
Jessie ’
Liv-Mad.
Liv-Mad.
50
(DISN)
Dog
Good Luck
Jessie ’
53
(FAM)
(10:30) ››‡ “Batman Returns”
Dark Shad
53
(FAM)
›› “The Haunted Mansion” (2003, Comedy)
60
(LIFE)
“PopFan” (2014) Chelsea Kane, Nolan Funk. Å
“Taken Back: Finding Haley” (2012) Moira Kelly.
60
(LIFE)
“Husband Met”
56
(AMC)
›› “A Nightmare on Elm Street” (2010) Å
›› “Child’s Play 2” (1990) Alex Vincent. Å
56
(AMC)
›› “Tremors 3: Back to Perfection” (2001) Michael Gross.
301
(HBO)
Sleeping
24/7
301
(HBO)
Red 2 Å
320
(MAX)
Hngover 3
(:25) ››‡ “Transporter 2” Å
320
(MAX)
(:15) ››› “8 Mile” (2002) Eminem. ’ ‘R’ Å
(:10) ››‡ “Non-Stop” (2014) Liam Neeson.
8:30
10:30
››› “Beetlejuice” (1988) Michael Keaton.
(:15) › “A Guy Thing” (2003) Jason Lee. ‘PG-13’
SATURDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM
5:30
COMCAST
Final Shot
Foo Fight.
›››› “Her” (2013) Joaquin Phoenix. ‘R’ Å
6 PM
4
(ESPN)
7
(CSN)
8
(8-ABC)
(3:30) College Football: Teams TBA. (N) (Live)
9
(6-CBS)
(3:30) College Football: Mississippi State at Kentucky. (N) (Live) Å
(3:30) College Football: Teams TBA. (N) (Live)
6:30 Score
(3:30) College Football (N) ’ (Live) Postgame
11
(35-FOX) (3:30) College Football: Texas Tech at Texas Christian. (N) ’ (Live)
12
(12-NBC) MLS: Galaxy at Soun
13
(65-CW)
15
(WGN)
World/Adventure Sports
News
NBC News
7 PM
7:30
8 PM
Gold Rush ’ Å
Dog
Dog
Spartan Race (N) ’
Wheel
Jeopardy!
Ravens
Real Time, Bill
9 PM
Final Shot
9:30
10 PM Score
Redskins
Good Luck
Last Frontier
Good Luck
SportsNite
Movie
“Tremors 4: The Legend Begins”
››› “Private Violence” (2014) ’
Leap Year
OCTOBER 25, 2014 11 PM 11:30 12 AM
College Football: Arizona State at Washington. (N)
NHL Hockey: Washington Capitals at Calgary Flames. (N)
College Football: Ohio State at Penn State. (N) (Live) Å 48 Hours ’ Å
Jessie ’
›››‡ “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride” (2005)
“The Girl He Met Online” (2014) Yvonne Zima.
(:15) College Football: Teams TBA. (N) (Live) Å 3 & Out ’
Gold Rush ’ Å
News
Good Wife
Access Hollywood (N)
Elementary Poison Pen
48 Hours (N) ’ Å
News
(:35) White Collar Å
Extra
Pregame
2014 World Series: Game 4 -- Kansas City Royals at San Francisco Giants.
News
Animation Domination
VSU Today
Paid Prog.
The Mysteries of Laura
Payne
Campmeeting
Law & Order: SVU
Saturday Night Live ’
News
(:29) Saturday Night Live
Rules
Flip Food
Fix It
›› “After the Sunset” (2004) Pierce Brosnan.
Glee Trio ’ Å
Browns
Law & Order Hate Å
Law & Order Ramparts
Bones ’ Å
Blue Bloods ’ Å
Blue Bloods ’ Å
Blue Bloods ’ Å
Blue Bloods ’ Å
Lawrence Welk
Keeping Up As Time...
Father Brown ’ Å
DCI Banks The murder of a teenager.
Rules
Blue Bloods ’ Å
Glee Å How I Met
23
(23-PBS) Antiques Roadshow
Aviators
Currents
Weekend
24
(57-PBS) Old House
Old House
Hometime
Charlie Rose (N) Å
America Revealed ’
Nature Å (DVS)
NOVA ’ Å (DVS)
Masterpiece Classic ’
Globe Trekker ’
Art
Law & Order: SVU
Law & Order: SVU
Law & Order: SVU
Law & Order: SVU
Chrisley
Mod Fam
Mod Fam
Old House
Charlie
Start Up ’
Midnight
(USA)
Law & Order: SVU
34
(TNT)
(3:30) ››› “American Gangster” (2007) Denzel Washington. Å (DVS)
›› “The Expendables” (2010, Action) Premiere.
Transporter: The Series
Transporter: The Series
Transporter: The Series
35
(WTBS)
Friends ’
Raymond
Big Bang
Big Bang
Deal With It
37
(A&E)
The First 48 ’ Å
39
(SPIKE)
44
(DISC)
Edge of Alaska Å
49
(NICK)
Fred 2
SpongeBob iCarly ’
Sam & Cat
SpongeBob SquarePants ’ Å
50
(DISN)
Liv-Mad.
Dog
Dog
Austin
53
(FAM)
(3:30) ››‡ “Dark Shadows” (2012, Comedy)
››‡ “The Addams Family” (1991), Raul Julia
››‡ “Addams Family Values” (1993)
››‡ “Hocus Pocus” (1993) Bette Midler.
Tim Burton
60
(LIFE)
“The Nightmare Nanny” (2013) Ashley Scott. Å
“Big Driver” (2014, Suspense) Maria Bello. Å
“High School Possession” (2014) Jennifer Stone.
“The Girl He Met Online” (2014) Yvonne Zima.
High
56
(AMC)
›‡ “Child’s Play 3” (1991) Justin Whalin. Å
301
(HBO)
Foo Fight.
320
(MAX)
(:15) ›› “The Counselor” (2013) ’ ‘R’ Å
33
Friends ’
Law & Order: SVU Friends ’
Friends ’
The First 48 ’ Å
(1:32) Stephen King’s It ’
(:39) Cops Dude, You’re Screwed Dog
›› “Someone Like You” (2001) ’
SUNDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30
5 PM
COMCAST
5:30
Raymond
Raymond
Criminal Minds ’ Cops Sting.
Cops Å
Dude, You’re Screwed Austin
Raymond
Big Bang
Big Bang
Criminal Minds ’
Criminal Minds ’
Cops Å
Cops (N)
Cops Å
Naked and Afraid Å Girl Meets
Cops Å
Big Bang
Criminal Minds ’
(:01) Criminal Minds ’
Criminal
Cops Å
Cops Å
Auction
Thrift
Naked and Afraid Å
Naked and Afraid Å
Hathaways
Henry
Haunted Thundermans
Prince
Prince
Friends ’
Friends ’
How I Met
Girl Meets
“The Pirate Fairy” (2014) ‘G’ Å
Lab Rats
Kickin’ It
Dog
Liv-Mad.
Austin
Nicky
Dog
›‡ “Bride of Chucky” (1998) Jennifer Tilly.
›‡ “Seed of Chucky” (2004) Jennifer Tilly.
›› “Child’s Play 2” (1990) Alex Vincent. Å
Child 3
›› “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters” (2013)
Boardwalk Empire ’
Percy J
(:15) ›› “47 Ronin” (2013) Keanu Reeves. Å
(:15) ›› “The Hangover Part III” (2013) ‘R’ Å
››› “Rush Hour” (1998) ‘PG-13’
6 PM
6:30
7 PM
7:30
8 PM
8:30
9 PM
9:30
Action Sports ’ Å
SportsNet
SportsNet
Cavalier Playback From Oct. 25, 2014. (N) ’
Capitals
8
(8-ABC)
What Would You Do? ’
World of X Games (N)
News
ABC News
“Star Wars Rebels”
Resurrection Will (N) ’
Football
SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å
9
(6-CBS)
11
(35-FOX) NFL Football: Philadelphia Eagles at Arizona Cardinals. ’ (Live)
12
(12-NBC) Figure Skating: ISU Grand Prix: Skate America. (N)
13
(65-CW)
15
(WGN)
SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å
(:25) NFL Football: Indianapolis Colts at Pittsburgh Steelers. (N) (Live) Å News
Burgers NBC News
Who’s In? Once Upon a Time (N)
60 Minutes (N) ’ Å Pregame
World/Poker
Madam Secretary (N) ’
10 PM
(:01) Revenge (N) Å
The Good Wife (N) ’
Browns
The Closer Layover
The Closer Heart Attack
King
Manhattan Å
Manhattan Å
Manhattan Å
Manhattan Tangier
Manhattan Å
Globe Trekker ’
Masterpiece Classic (N)
Masterpiece Mystery! (N) Å
(57-PBS) Cyberchase Washington Charlie
Weekend
Roadtrip
To Contrary The Big Band Years (My Music) Big Band hits. ’
News
King
Friends ’
The Big Band Years (My Music) Big Band hits. ’
Burt Bacharach’s Best
The Nation
Big Bang
Ring, Honor
News
Inside Edit.
Friends ’
Alien File
Manhattan Perestroika Great Estates Scotland
Capitals
(:35) Scandal The Trail News
News
(:20) NFL Football: Green Bay Packers at New Orleans Saints. (N) Å
›› “The Amityville Horror” (2005, Horror)
Payne
OCTOBER 26, 2014 11 PM 11:30 12 AM
CSI: Crime Scene
2014 World Series: Game 5 -- Kansas City Royals at San Francisco Giants.
Football Night in America (N) Å
(:40) “Sexually Bugged!”
SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å
World/Poker
Manhattan Å
Manhattan Å
10:30
Foo Fighters: Sonic
NHL Hockey: Washington Capitals at Vancouver Canucks. (N)
“The Amityville Horror”
24
Afraid
(:15) ››‡ “Rise of the Guardians” (2012) ’
Ravens Postgame Live
Autism
Cops Å
Naked and Afraid Å
(CSN)
Dreamers
Cops Å
Naked and Afraid Å
(ESPN)
(23-PBS) Sahara, Michael Palin
Transporter
“Anchorman”
Auction
7
23
Big Bang
Mod Fam
Criminal Minds ’
4
NASCAR Racing
Chrisley
Bones ’
Father Brown ’ Å Currents
Mystery
Mod Fam
Mod Fam
(USA)
›› “He’s Just Not That Into You” (2009) Ben Affleck.
34
(TNT)
(3:30) ››› “Training Day” (2001) Å (DVS)
›› “The Expendables” (2010, Action) Premiere.
›› “The Mechanic” (2011) Jason Statham. Å
››‡ “Shaft” (2000) Samuel L. Jackson.
35
(WTBS)
››› “Blades of Glory” (2007) Will Ferrell. (DVS)
“Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy”
››‡ “The Campaign” (2012) Will Ferrell.
››‡ “The Campaign” (2012) Will Ferrell.
37
(A&E)
(3:00) ››› “Face/Off” (1997) John Travolta. ’
Storage
Storage
39
(SPIKE)
(:06) Bar Rescue ’
Bar Rescue ’
Bar Rescue ’
Bar Rescue ’
Bar Rescue ’
Bar Rescue El Moronte!!
Catch a Contractor (N)
Bar Rescue ’
44
(DISC)
Last Frontier
Last Frontier
Last Frontier
Last Frontier
Alaska: The Last Fron
Last Frontier
Tethered (N) ’ Å
Last Frontier
Tethered
49
(NICK)
Monster
Monster High
Instant
Full House
Full House
Full House
Prince
Prince
Friends ’ Å
How I Met
50
(DISN)
Jessie ’
(:20) ›››‡ “Monsters, Inc.” ‘G’
Toy Story
Evermoor
Evermoor
Jessie ’
Dog
Austin
53
(FAM)
››‡ “The Addams Family” (1991), Raul Julia
60
(LIFE)
(3:00) Movie
“High School Possession” (2014) Jennifer Stone.
››‡ “Tyler Perry’s the Family That Preys”
›› “Good Deeds” (2012) Tyler Perry. Å
“Tyler Perry’s the Family That Preys”
56
(AMC)
“Tremors”
››‡ “Tremors” (1990) Kevin Bacon. Å
The Walking Dead
The Walking Dead (N)
(:01) Talking Dead (N)
The Walking Dead
301
(HBO)
(3:30) “Leap Year” ‘PG’
(:15) ›› “The Dukes of Hazzard” (2005) ‘PG-13’
(:05) ›› “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters” ‘PG’
Boardwalk Empire ’
(:05) True Detective ’
Last Week
320
(MAX)
››‡ “Mama” (2013) ’ ‘PG-13’
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›‡ “The Ugly Truth” (2009) Katherine Heigl.
Storage
“Monster High: Freaky Fusion” ’ Jake and the Pirates
Storage
iCarly ’
Storage
iCarly ’
“The Pirate Fairy” (2014) ’ ‘G’ Å
››‡ “Addams Family Values” (1993)
(:45) ››› “The Game” (1997) Michael Douglas. ’ ‘R’ Å
››› “Bridesmaids” (2011) Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph.
Storage
Storage
Storage
››‡ “Hocus Pocus” (1993) Bette Midler.
The Walking Dead
››‡ “Now You See Me” (2013) ‘PG-13’ Å
Storage
Mod Fam
Storage
Shipping
Out of Time Blades Shipping
Jessie ’
››› “ParaNorman” (2012, Comedy) Premiere.
››‡ “Non-Stop” (2014) Liam Neeson. Å
The Mechanicsville Local
Storage Bar Rescue
Good Luck J. Osteen Comic Men
Boardwalk Empire ’ Zane’s Sex
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Baptist Church at 2 p.m. that will include an opportunity to light a candle in remembrance of loved ones. The community is invited attend and participate. No reservation is required, but a printed program will include names of loved ones being remembered if provided to the church office by Thursday, Oct. 30. The church can be reached at 764-5081.
Monday, Nov. 3 Families Anonymous Support Group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30
COMCAST 4
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more information, call or email 366-9645/kjfaith1@gmail.com.
the Episcopal Church of the Creator at 7159 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. The group is a self-help fellowship for the friends and family members of addicts who are in need of understanding and healing themselves. For details, call Sandy at 804-730-4812 or email sandy.leigh@verizon.net. Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families meet every Monday at 7 p.m., at Mechanicsville Christian Center at 8061 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. For
5 PM
5:30
Wednesday, Nov. 5 The Edmund Ruffin Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) Camp will meet at 7 p.m. The featured speaker is C.L. Gray, editor in chief of The Stainless Banner Publishing Company, a full service press dedicated to the preservation of southern history and heritage. Those with Confederate soldiers in their families may be interested in joining SCV, an international historical organization dedicated to the preservation of the honor of the American Confederate Veteran. The SCV
6 PM
6:30
7 PM
NFL Live (N) Å
Around
Interruption Monday Night Countdown (N) (Live) Å
Best of Dan Patrick
SportsNet
Redskins
Football
will assist in tracing your ancestor's Confederate service as well help put together a period-limited family tree linking you to your ancestor. For more information email rader.james2@ aol.com, call 804-874-5336, or see visit the group’s website or Facebook page.
Thursday, Nov. 6 The Arthritis Foundation is offering a six-week Tai Chi class at Covenant Woods in Mechanicsville. The class meets on Thursday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., through Nov. 20. This program uses easy to learn, gentle movements that improve physical strength,
7:30
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flexibility, balance and wellbeing. Cost is $48 or $10 to drop in for a single class. For more information or to register, contact Jo Ann Widner,RN, at 370-3906. GriefShare, a Christcentered support group to help those who have lost a loved one, meets at the New Highland Baptist Church at 9200 New Ashcake Road in Mechanicsville. The group meets each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 804-550-9601. An opening reception for Elements, a group show, will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Gallery Flux Annex, 302
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England Street, Ashland. The show will remain on display through Nov. 27. For more information, call 804-752-3540 or visit www.galleryflux.com. Salem Presbyterian Church, Studley Road, will host its monthly Sing-A-Long at 10 a.m. singing hymns of the Thanksgiving season. The hymn of the month is "Give Thanks," and the composer Henry Smith and his wife Cindy will be on hand to perform the piece and tell its story. The church welcomes anyone who would like to attend, and attendees are encouraged to bring canned goods for the MCEF food pantry. OCTOBER 27, 2014 11 PM 11:30 12 AM
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LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, use your natural gift for diplomacy to resolve a conflict at work. It is easy to find common ground and steer the conversation toward a reasonable resolution.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, listen to your sixth sense as it guides you in a particular direction. Your instincts rarely steer you wrong. Resist the urge to follow what everyone else is doing.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Rein in your emotions as much as possible this week, Taurus. You will feel passionate about a project in the coming days, but you still must remain calm as you tackle the tasks at hand.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you are quite adept at maintaining a stoic outer appearance, but inside your emotions are churning. Find a healthy release and you will be glad you did.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, grab some friends’ attention as you attempt to garner support for a coming project. Once you have the floor, make the most of this opportunity.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 The first step toward change at work is to take the initiative, Aquarius. Once you make the decision to forge ahead, everything will fall nicely into place.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, test the waters before you share a secret. This way you can get an idea of how a small group of people will react before you spread the word.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, everything in your life seems to be in order. Now might be a great time to schedule some welldeserved rest and relaxtion with loved ones.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, don’t worry if you have to give up something you desire when negotiating with others. The chips will fall into place.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, commitments at work may keep you from your plans, even if you have had a special event on the calendar for some time. This obligation is unavoidable.
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CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Expect to have some serious feelings about love and romance this week, Cancer. You are empowered by the sweet feelings and what they mean for your future.
THIS WEEK’S ANSWERS
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you begin the week with enthusiasm, but excitement begins to wane quite quickly. Find a way to rally your energy levels so you can complete tasks.
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CLASSIFIEDS Homes for Sale
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Real Estate Policy All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Virginia Fair Housing Law, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, or handicap.”
Apartment Referral Services Policy Apartment referral service companies sell lists of available apartments for rent in your area. Please read contracts thoroughly to ensure that you understand and agree to all the terms and the cancellation policy of the contract.
We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all the dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. HOMES FOR SALE 6315 Queens Lace Road - $234,000 Spacious, 2 story home on .46 acres, 3 Bdrm. w/ bonus room, new HVAC, 2 car garage, remodeled kitchen, 2.5 Baths. Call - Jo Fisher with East Coast Realty & Relocation. (804) 564-8156 Ø ∫ Beautiful custom built 2-story home on 10 professionally landscaped acres in Old Church. 3-bedroom, w/unfinished 4th, 2.5 baths, 1st floor master, huge outbuilding w/living space above, fishing pond & river access. FSBO. $445,000. Call 804-779-2015 OPEN SATURDAY Oct. 25th, 9:00 - 11:00am
6399 Camille Drive - 3 BR, 2 BA Hardwoods - 12 x 28 Work Shop Only $159,950. Paula Via Fearnow, 804-244-1689 Balducci Realty & Builders Ø ∫
ADVERTISE Call 746-1235 to find out about upcoming opportunities to advertise with The Local in print and online!
APARTMENTS UNFURN. King William - Colonial Square 2-bdrm, eat-in kitchen, washer/ dryer, excellent location. From $735/mo. Open 7-days a week by appt. Call 804-769-0867, colonial-squareapartments.com LakeRidge Square Apartments, Voted Hanover’s Best for 2013! "Superior" Resident Satisfaction Award! "Go With The Best!" Spacious 2BR/2BA Apartment Homes. Washer/Dryer/Alarm and all Appliances included.
www.lakeridgesquare.com 866-610-1221 804-550-3566 Fax 2 miles from VCC Mall and all conveniences! Mechanicsville Now Leasing 2-bdrm/1-ba. spacious apts. Starting at $770/mo. incl. water, sewer & trash. No Smoking! Additional discount for seniors. Call 746-5525 for details Windmill Way, 2-bedrooms, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher in the island, balcony or patio. From $835. www.windmill-way.com Open 7-Days a week by Appointment 804-340-2828
HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE Handicap Apartment Mechanicsville area -1 Bedroom, kitchen. Stove, refrigerator included. Heat, lights and cable included. Private deck, handicap ramp, handicap bathroom. Small pets okay. Any questions, please call 804-789-0125
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CHILD CARE Advent Christian Child Care has openings for 2-5 year olds. State licensed. Faith based, developmentally appropriate curriculum. Serving the community for over 36 years. Contact Pam Dicken at 746-0279.
1200 sq ft Brick Ranch.Central heat/air. Semi private setting, off Cold Harbor Rd. Black Creek area. Convenient to 295. 3 BR. 1.5 BA Living room, kitchen, utility, storage shed. $1000. per month + $1000. deposit. Section 8 accepted. Call 804-513-4374 between 10am - 9pm
Retired Grandmother seeking infant or toddler to keep in my non smoking home. (off Rt. 360, Spring Meadows Area). Call 746-1344
23111 - 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath ranch with fireplace, finished basement & 2-car detached garage. Central Heat/Air. Off Cold Harbor Road. Pets ok. $1275/month + $1275/deposit. Currently available. Call 757-681-0974 Atlee / 301 area - 1660 sq. ft. 3 BR, 1.5 bath home; lg kitchen/dining area; hardwood floors, lg. carpeted family room; 2 fp; all electric; fenced rear yard; lots of storage area; Nonsmokers; $1200/mo. + deposit. Available Nov. 1st. Call 804-746-2514
Springdale Area - 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Eat in kitchen, large living room, large back yard. $800. per month + security deposit. Call 804-314-9978.
Commercial Real Estate for Rent 6130 Mechanicsville Tpke - Office Suites for Lease. Flexible Terms, Signage Available. Utilities Included. Please call 804-698-9625 for more information.
CLEANING & HOUSEKEEPING Absolute Cleaning Tailored to your Needs! Res/Comm. Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, One Time. Bonded & Insured. Member BBB. Laurie, 305-4068. An Eye For Detail House Cleaning Offering Senior Discounts and Holiday Specials! Exc Ref, Free Est, Lic & Ins 804-262-2603 Cleaning By Sherry - Home & Office Also Specializing in Wallpapering & Removal Affordable Rates Insured. Call 363-1410 RVA Cleaning. A personalized Cleaning Service offering Residential & Commercial cleaning. Wkly, Bi-Wkly, Monthly, 1-Time, Move-In/Out. Call Victoria 804-986-8779, for your free estimate. T-N-T Cleaning Inc. offers cleaning for Residential, Commercial & New Construction. Bonded/Insured. Call 746-8805
HAULING WANTED JUNK CARS dead or alive. paying up to $1000. 804-577-1234
Business & Service Directory Announcements ADULT CARE Free Seminar - Caregiver Support. Saturday Nov 8 9:30a - 11:30a Discuss the challenges learn self care, and learn about local support Reserve a space - contact Jennifer Erickson at 804-690-2537 Helping My Angels, LLC. Our mission is to provide home care with the design to help seniors and those with ’special needs’ to maintain levels of independence. We also assist in light housekeeping, meals, with personal care, grooming and bathing. Also, assisting with hobbies, walks, errands, conversation, and other areas of interest. We can provide transportation in meeting appointments. A minimum of four hours to 24 hours care. We give your loved one respect, while maintaining their dignity and independence while enhancing quality of life. LLC, insured and registered with Hanover County and the State of Virginia. (804) 405-5318.
(804) 746-1235 ext. 3
FAX: (804) 730-0476 or classifieds@mechlocal.com
1200 sq. ft. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Ranch on Beautifully landscaped lot at 6425 Brandy Ct. Mechanicsville 23111. $1,100 monthly plus security dep. Carlos & Company Realty Inc. 804-730-8488
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LOST Lost - Gold Signature Ring near or in Kohls on Bell Creek Road on October 6th . Reward!! Call 804-304-6397
YARD & ESTATE SALES 20 VISITING DEALER OUTDOOR MARKET 8 am Sat. Oct. 25th ONLY ANTIQUE VILLAGE’s 43rd ANNIVERSARY SALES DOOR PRIZES • CONTESTS 8 - 6 Sat. Oct. 25 • 12 - 6 Sun. Oct. 26 10203 Chamberlayne Rd, 23116 746-8914 antiquevillageva.com "Thank You for 43 Years of Support"
Estate Sale Oct. 23 - 26th, 8 am - 4 pm. 1649 Meadow Road, Sandston. Wide variety of items from a 70 year collection. Last day will be half price. Rain or shine
YARD & ESTATE SALES Garage Sale - Sat. Oct. 25th, 8am-2pm, 6301 Bonniefield Court, Mech. 23111 Tools, Clothing, Toys & MUCH MORE!! MOVING SALE - ALL MUST GO!! Mostly New furniture, drapes, housewares, kitchenware, TVs, appliances, washer & dryer, dining room table & 4chairs & Much More!! Call 804-687-0829 Multi Family Yard Sale Saturday, October 25th, 8am-2pm. Children’s clothes, toys, housewares. Rain date Sunday, October 26th. 7239 Mechanicsville Turnpike
Merchandise MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Mattress Truck Load Sale - Twin $89; Full $99; Queen $129; King $189. Delivery/Lay -A-Way. Call 804-218-0680. Sears Kenmore Washer & Dryer, full size, 1 yr. old. Asking $600/both; Round Dining table with 4-chairs, solid wood, Ethan Allen. Asking $300; Ridgeway Grandfather Clock w/shelves & chimes every 15 minutes. $900. Call after 4pm, 703-408-0596.
Farmers’ Markets FARM & DAIRY EQUIPMENT FORD 3000 with loader bucket. FORD 4600 Diesel w/brand new 6 ft. Bush Hog. FORD 3600 diesel and FERGUSION 20. All excellent running cond. Also equipment avail. 540-846-7250.
ADVERTISE Call 746-1235 to find out about upcoming opportunities to advertise with The Local in print and online! Ask how you can reach over 63,000 households in Mechanicsville, Powhatan, Goochland and Chesterfield!
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NISSAN - 2004 Pathfinder Grey, 4WD, tow pkg. Auto. Excellent condition. 150K. $6,750. 804-317-0067
Recruitment CUSTOMER SERVICE New Salon opening in New Kent with Retail Boutique - 2,500 sq ft. Experienced - Full Time / Part Time Beauticians, Barbers, Nail Techs and Massage Therapists. Pay options available- hourly or commission. Email salonbeautycareers@gmail.com
INSTALLATION/REPAIR Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Mechanic wanted to perform maintenance on road construction equipment and vehicles. Full-time position includes great starting pay, full benefit package, 401(k), etc. Must have a valid DL with acceptable point balance, CDL preferred. Submit applications at Slurry pavers, Inc. 3617 Nine Mile Road Richmond, VA 23223. Slurry Pavers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. www.slurrypavers .com 800-449-3662 HVAC COMMERCIAL LEAD SERVICE TECHNICIAN 5+ years experience Special Projects/Installer 3+ years experience Excellent pay and Benefits Call for appointment (804)2642229 or E-mail resume to admass istant@harrismechanical.com 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.
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Employment with Car Pool Car Wash in Mechanicsville Car Pool Car Wash, 7123 Mechanicsville Turnpike has flexible hours for busy lifestyles. We are interested in hiring employees that can work outside during the hours of 8 AM and 6PM. Pay is competitive, a driver’s license is a plus and will help you earn more! There is a performance review for a raise every 6 months, earned paid time off and health insurance benefits are for eligible employees This position is hourly with high potential for quick advancement. Call Mr. Andre for an appointment - 804-559-2093
FOOD SERV. & HOSPITALITY
FOOD SERV. & HOSPITALITY
Food Service - Part Time - NO evenings, weekends, or holidays! ARAMARK is currently hiring for Part Time positions at our accounts in Hanover/Mechanicsville, VA location. This location is not on the city bus line. Do you have the following skill set? ∂ High energy ∂ Person to person customer service ∂ Background with food preparation ∂ Ability to follow recipes ∂ Reading, writing, and kitchen math ∂ High levels of food safety and sanitation If you do, come join our team!! Ability to multi task and work in a fast paced environment is required All shifts are between Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Qualified applicants must pass an extensive criminal background check. EOE, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Submit your resumes or inquiries to: shappe-lisa@aramark.com INSTALLATION/REPAIR State Inspector (Mechanicsville) Currently seeking experienced automotive technicians, state inspection license required for busy shop in Mech. Must have own tools, great attitude, and open schedule, but in return we offer 401k, medical, dental, vacation, sick leave, and the opportunity to make over $75,000 per year. If your ready to join a winning team please respond ASAP..... by calling 804-559-0161.
TRANSPORTATION & LOG. Drivers: Do you want more than $1,000 a Week? Excellent Monthly Bonus Program/Benefits. Weekend Hometime you Deserve! Electronic Logs/Rider Program. 877-704-3773
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Mini Warehouse Assistant PT /Weekdays Must have CDL, handyman skills, and an aptitude for sales. Please send resume to: Applicant, P.O. Box 861 Mechanicsville, Va. 23111
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SALES Retail Store Manager Come join our team! Do you have a "can do attitude" and want a long lasting career? Southern States Midlothian, VA retail location seeks a Retail Store Manager. The responsibilities include cross selling to customers, merchandising, preparing inventory, displays, managing associates, promoting sales programs and ensuring the store is well presented. We are looking for applicants with either an agronomic background or a minimum of 3 years of retail experience. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred. We are looking for someone that promotes exceptional customer service for a pleasant shopping experience, is dependable, flexible, highly motivated and works well with others. During the busy seasons, position would require working extended hours in any given week and must be willing to work flexible hours and weekends. Lifting requirements up to 50 lbs. All applicants are subject to a motor vehicle record search, criminal background check and drug test. If interested, please apply online at www.southernstates.com. EOE M/F/D/V
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Always Call Brent Electric Master Electrician 30 yrs. exp. Lifetime Mech Res. Free Est. Lic/Ins. 804-833-5184
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CRH Electric - Class A Contractor - BBB Excellent w/ Troubleshooting, Panel Upgrades, Recess Lighting, Anything Electrical. Master Electrician. Lic / Cert. www.crh-electric.com or 804-439-3470
Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044
Electro Electrical - All installations & Services. Residential & Commercial. Free Estimates. Licensed / Insured. Call 804-767-0836
Winters Fencing 627-2935 Best Prices! Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates.
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GENERAL CONTRACTORS
∂ Custom Built-Ins ∂ Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels ∂ Additions ∂ Structural Repairs ∂ Docks ∂ Class A Contractor ∂ Lic./Ins. ∂ 20 yrs. exp. (804) 937-8638 maplecreekcontracting@gmail. com
Purcell Construction Hunter Purcell 804-972-2215 www.PurcellCons truction.Biz Custom Additions ∂ Barns ∂ Siding & Replacement Windows ∂ Roofing ∂ Home Repairs ∂ Decks ∂ Porches ∂ Inter/Exter Renovations ∂ Kitchen & Bath Remodels ∂ Free Est. ∂ Lic/Ins Res/Comm ∂ 31 yrs exp ∂ BBB Angie’s List
HANDYMAN EXPRESS Your Small Job Specialist Painting, Repairs, and Maintenance Call Steve Hall 426-8544
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HOME REPAIR Stanley Home Improvement Repairs inside & outside your home. No job too small. 20 years experience. Licensed & Insured Ken 262-8845 or 840-0464
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Herring Home ImprovementWindows, Decks, Sheds, Repairs Licensed & Insured. Call 537-5755
Seward’s Home Repairs Interior / Exterior Repairs Power washing, Painting. No Job too small! Licensed & Insured. Call Larry, 402-6548.
THT Properties Lic./Ins. Improving Homes for 18 yrs. Specializing in Home Repairs most contractors avoid. US Coast Guard Reservist. 804-358-1080 tomthornton57@gmail.com
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HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS HOUSEWASHING A BROWN’S HOUSE WASHING ROOF STAINS REMOVAL 804-937-8351
HANOVER HANDY SERVICES Low Pressure Powerwashing Gutter Cleaning Lic. & Ins. Call 363-8393 Lee-Davis Powerwashing Homes, Decks, etc. Free Estimates. Licensed/Insured Call Keith Lowry 690-9387 Mobile Perfection Pressure Washing & Detailing Locally Owned & Operated for 12 Years! Lic/Ins. Houses, Decks (Wash & Stain), Sidewalks & More! 804-539-9682. www.mpadrichmond.com PERDUE’S POWER WASHING Established 1995 - Non-Pressure Roof Cleaning, Home Exteriors, Deck/Wood Restoration, Wood/ Concrete Sealing, Fences, Gutter Cleaning. Lic. & Ins. - Free Est. Ernie Perdue 328-1668 or Chad Perdue 306-2214
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FRESH START LANDSCAPING & JUNK REMOVAL Clearing, Underbrush, Small Demolition,Tree Work, Grass Cutting, Mulch, Property Clean Up. No job too small. Call Anthony at 399-1917
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LAWN CARE PLUS - Complete Lawn Care & Landscaping Year Round Maintenance Programs Available Fully Lic/Ins. Free Estimates 730-2367
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ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential. Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531
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Guy Stinchfield Painting & Repair Int./Ext. Painting, Carpentry, Drywall Repair, Pressure Washing, Wallpaper Removal. Lic/Ins. 20 yrs experience Refereneces. Free Est. 804-439-7700 Painting By George Interior & Exterior Reasonable Rates. Call 550-3260 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting. Licensed/Insured. 264-9352
PLUMBING Gary’s Plumbing Repair Service. Lic./Ins. 218-1467
ROOFING
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Davidson Roofing Co. Residential Roofing & Repair Specialists. Lic/Insured GAF Master Elite Contractor BBB /Free Estimates 804-672-0540 www.davidsonroofing.com
TILE It Fitz Plumbing 30 Years Experience Repair & Renovation Call 804-767-0979 Paul Brown Plumbing - 28 years in business. New Residential, Light Commercial, Renovations, Additions & Service. We do it all! Senior Citizen Discounts. For free estimate, 746-5030
PCT Remodeling Tile / Kitchens & Baths Free Est. Licensed & Insured. Call 264-9352
TREE SERVICE
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24 Hour Emergency Storm Service Trimming, Topping, Tree & Stump Removal. Firewood. Lic. & Ins. / Res. & Comm 804-937-3671 William A. Silva Jr., Owner/Operator
ROOFING A W Austin/ Q R & R Vinyl Siding, Thermal Windows, Seamless Alum. gutters, Roofing & Painting, 5 yr. warr. Free Est. Class A #2705-042498A. Ins. Call 226-9293.
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Trimming ∂ Topping ∂ Removal Storm Damage ∂ Stump Removal Landscaping ∂ Fully Insured Credit Cards Accepted! BBB Call 539-4858
Your Pruning Specialist Over 10 Years Deadwood/Thinning, Crown/Weight Reduction, Tree/Stump Removal, Property Maintenance Paver Patios, Retaining Walls For a free estimate call, 804-385-7864 hanoverpuningandhardscapeinc.com
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pon reaching a certain age, women go through the natural process of menopause. This change typically occurs when a woman reaches her late 40s or early 50s. The transition to menopause happens over several years and results in fluctuations of hormone levels in a woman’s body. During this transition, many women experience a variety of symptoms, from mood changes to hot flashes to vaginal dryness. These symptoms can be so severe they impact daily activities and can impede quality of life. Hormone replacement therapy, or HRT, may be prescribed to alleviate the side effects of perimenopause and menopause. However, HRT is not without risks, including an increased chance of developing breast cancer. According to The Mayo Clinic, HRT, which includes medications containing female hormones to replace the ones the body no longer makes naturally after menopause, used to be a standard treatment for women with severe symptoms. In the largest clinical trial to date, a combination estrogen-progestin pill was found to increase the risk of certain serious conditions, including blood clots, heart disease, stroke, and breast cancer. This type of therapy also may make a woman’s breasts appear more dense on mammograms, making breast cancer more difficult to detect. When undergone for more than a few years, HRT has been confirmed by multiple studies to increase the risk for breast cancer. Women concerned about HRT and cancer risk, especially those with a significant family history of breast cancer, generally want to avoid the use of hormone therapies. But what is a person who is experiencing many side effects of menopause that can be so easily remedied by hormone therapy to do? Research into HRT alternatives has discovered a host of natural treatments that can provide relief. Soy: Soy offers some promising results, especially with regard to relieving hot flashes. Soy is very high in phytoestrogens, or plant estrogens. Red clover and flaxseed are other sources of plant estrogens. Phytoestrogens are less potent than pharmaceutical estrogen, and scientists believe they do not contribute to breast cancer in the way natural or pharmaceutical estrogen may. Black cohosh: Black cohosh is a member of the buttercup family and is a perennial plant native to North America. Preparations of black cohosh are made from the roots and underground stems. Black cohosh has long been used by natives of North America to treat malaise, gynecological disorders, rheumatism and other conditions. Black cohosh is now sold as an herbal remedy to alleviate hot flashes and excessive sweating in menopausal women. The National Institutes of Health awarded more than $7 million to the University of Illinois to study the efficacy of black cohosh and other herbs in treating certain symptoms of menopause. Dong quai: This herb is in the celery family and native to Asia. In Chinese medicine, dong quai has been considered a “female ginseng” because of its way of balancing the female hormonal system. As such, dong quai has long been used to relieve the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and menopause. According
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Hormone replacement therapy can elevate breast cancer risk and may not be an appropriate menopause treatment for all women.
to the University of Maryland Medical Center, researchers are unsure if dong quai acts like estrogen or blocks estrogen in the body, as studies have produced mixed results. Lifestyle changes: Women may need to dress more lightly, use a water atomizer to spray their bodies to cool down and keep their bedrooms cold to alleviate hot flashes. Vaginal estrogen: If vaginal dryness and pain during intercourse are the primary symptoms, vaginal estrogen rings or suppositories may be necessary. These provide estrogen directly to the affected area while only allowing very low levels to enter the bloodstream. In turn, vaginal estrogen may not increase breast cancer risk in the same way as other hormone therapies. Hormone replacement therapy can alleviate menopausal symptoms, but also it can elevate breast cancer risk. Other options are available, and women can speak with their doctors about alternatives to HRT. - Metro Creative
Stones Women’s Center Breast Cancer Awareness Stepping For the Support You Need…Every Step of the Way. published in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine in 2007 found that a higher level of vitamin D is associated with a 50 percent lower risk of colorectal cancer. Vitamin D is most often credited with helping the body maintain its balance of calcium and phosphorous by controlling how much of these nutrients are absorbed from foods and added to bones. Although not fully understood, vitamin D also plays a role in other areas of the body, including the nervous system, muscles and immune system. Vitamin D also affects inflammation as well as cell growth and death, which may help prevent cancer growth. Women who are born with the BRCA1 gene mutation are at an increased risk for developing breast and ovarian cancers. BRCA1 genes are tumor suppressor genes that, when formed properly, work to prevent cells from growing into cancerous cells. When people have mutated or altered versions of these genes, cancer cells can grow unchecked. Vitamin D may play a role in turning off the pathway by which cancerous tumors grow. Vitamin D receptors are found on the surface of cells where they receive chemical signals. By attaching themselves to a receptor, says the Vitamin D Council, these chemical signals direct a cell to divide or die. Vitamin D receptors in breast tissue can cause cells to die or stop growing and may prevent cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. In turn, vitamin D may be protecting the breast against cancer. However, this
is a complex area of study that is not fully understood. Right now it cannot be said with certainty that vitamin D can fully prevent cancer growth. Observational research has indicated that women with low levels of vitamin D have a greater risk for breast cancer, particularly women who are post-menopausal. Vitamin D3 is naturally produced in the body through exposure to ultraviolet sunlight and, like vitamin D2, can be absorbed from food. Vitamin D can be found in fish oils, liver, cheese, egg yolks and supplemented dairy products. - Metro Creative
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ry as they may, the thousands upon thousands of medical researchers, scientists and doctors around the world have not yet figured out a way to eradicate cancer. Ongoing studies examining the disease as well as its risk factors may not have yielded a cure, but they certainly have helped shape a number of different methods of reducing risk and improving treatments. Breast cancer is a prolific disease affecting a quarter of a million women in the United States each year, annually claiming the lives of roughly 40,000 women. The Canadian Cancer Society says breast cancer accounted for 13.9 percent of the 36,100 female cancer deaths in 2013. Breast cancer remains the second most common cause of cancer deaths in women, and females are continually on the lookout for ways to reduce their risk of developing this potentially deadly disease. Vitamin D may help reduce breast cancer risk, and it may even help women already diagnosed in their fight against the disease. According to a meta-analysis of five studies published in the March 2014 issue of Anticancer Research, patients diagnosed with breast cancer who had high vitamin D levels were twice as likely to survive when compared with those who had low levels of vitamin D. This analysis studied more than 4,500 breast cancer patients over a nineyear period. The study’s authors also found that a vitamin D level of 50 ng/ml is associated with a 50 percent lower risk for breast cancer. In addition, a study
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tepping Stones Women’s Center has joined American Breast Care (ABC) to promote the 2015 Face of Inspiration Contest. The Face of Inspiration contest encourages the participation of breast cancer survivors all across the country. Survivors are encouraged to submit an inspirational message to a participating retailer for an opportunity to win a twoday getaway to Atlanta, the home city of American Breast Care. The winner will get a chance to tour the company, make a breast form, receive a spa treatment, and be the star of her own photo session complete with hair, makeup and wardrobe stylists. ABC is in its fourth season of the Face of Inspiration contest and Stepping Stones Women’s Center employees said they are excited to offer this chance of a lifetime to another deserving woman. Previous winners have touted such a sense of appreciation and gratitude. Stepping Stones Women’s Center, located at 7575 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville, invites survivors to come in and post their
inspirational messages to the Inspiration Wall for a chance to be the next Face of Inspiration. Stepping Stones Women’s Center has chosen this event to be the focus of its celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness month, which is observed in October. According to Stepping Stones representatives, “There is no better way to honor survivors this season than by offering an inspirational event that allows survivors to gather, share their journey, and discover new breast forms and bras that will make them feel beautiful and feminine.” Stepping Stones Women’s Center has been serving the community for more than nine years. It offers a wide selection of products and services for women after breast surgery. Stepping Stones is a full-service facility Accredited by the American Board of Certification and participates with and accepts assignment from Medicare and all major insurance plans to minimize out-ofpocket expenses to its patients. American Breast Care is located in Marietta, Georgia. ABC specializes in developing breast forms and designing bras for women after breast surgery.
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Foods that help fight cancer
Apples Apples are a great source of vitamin C, with one apple providing at least 10 percent of the recommended daily amount of this valuable vitamin. Apples also are a great source of fiber, which can
help men and women maintain a healthy weight. That’s important, as excess body fat increases a person’s risk for seven different types of cancer. A major portion of apples’ dietary fiber is pectin, a polysaccharide that bacteria in the stomach uses to produce compounds that protect colon cells.
Cherries Cherries are another great source of fiber and vitamin C, and sweet and tart cherries also contain potassium. Cherries get their dark color from anthocyanins, which are antioxidants that protect cells from damage. Studies have shown that anthocyanins inhibit the growth of cancer cells and even stimulate their
self-destruction while having no negative effects on healthy cells. Anthocyanins also have been shown to reduce signs of inflammation in adults who consumed two to three servings of cherries or cherry juice per day. Grapefruit One-half of a mediumsized pink, red or white
grapefruit provides at least 50 percent of an adults’ daily recommended intake of vitamin C. Though research into the potential anticancer properties of grapefruit with regard to humans is ongoing, studies of animals and cells have shown that grapefruit powder as well as limonin and naringenin, two phytochemicals found in grapefruit, decrease
the growth and increase the self-destruction of breast, colon, lung, mouth, skin, and stomach cancers. Walnuts Nuts are often cited when discussing foods with anticancer properties, but the AICR notes that walnuts, in see FOOD, pg. 7
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he foods we eat contribute directly to our overall health. From toddlers just getting used to solid foods to adults planning their diets, the foods we eat heavily influence how healthy or unhealthy we become. Some foods can even reduce our risk for certain diseases, including cancer. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, numerous studies have demonstrated that individual minerals, vitamins and phytochemicals have certain anticancer properties that can protect men, women and children from this potentially deadly disease. The following are a handful of foods the AICR says can fight cancer and help men and women improve their overall health.
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tomy procedures choose to have some sort of post-surgerybreast reconstruction. Breast reconstruction employs plastic surgery to restore a breast to near-normal shape and appearance following a mastectomy. A few different procedures may be needed to reconstruct the breast, and surgery on the other breast may be done to improve symmetry. According to Cancer Treatment Centers of America, many women are eligible to begin reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, which can reduce the number of surgical procedures women must endure and can eliminate time spent without a breast. Types of reconstructive surgery Reconstructive surgery generally falls into two different groups: Implant-based
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and autologous flap reconstructions. With implant-based reconstruction, a permanent implant is inserted to reform the breast. Some women may need to use a tissue expander for several weeks prior to the insertion of an implant. The tissue expander is gradually filled with fluid and helps stretch the skin to create a space for the implant. Others may not need the tissue expander and can have the implant inserted immediately. This is called a single-stage reconstruction. The majority of breast implants used today are filled with sterile saline, but silicone gel implants also are available. Autologous flap reconstructions use tissue from the stomach, back, thighs, or buttocks to rebuild the breast. Fat, muscle and skin may be taken from the donation area of the body and used to rebuild the breast. A combination of body tissue and implant is sometimes necessary to perform the reconstruction. Nipple and areola reconstruction After the breast has been reconstructed, patients may want to have a nipple and areola added for a more natural look, particularly if these parts of the breast were removed in the original mastectomy. Skin grafting, in which skin is taken from elsewhere on the body to best match the color and texture of the breast, is often used to reconstruct the nipple and areola. Sometimes a nipple sharing reconstructive technique is used if the healthy
breast has a large nipple and areolar complex. Tattoos to create the appearance of an areola and nipple may be designed to forgo the need for skin grafting. What to expect In the early stages of treatment, patients will meet with plastic surgeons to develop the best plan of action. Together they will discuss goals for reconstruction and how many procedures may be necessary. The potential risks and a prognosis will be discussed. Women should realize that, while breast reconstruction has advanced and can successfully rebuild the breast, there are some side effects. Visible incision lines will likely be present on the breast and any area of the body that provided donor tissue. The reconstructed breast may not be exactly symmetrical to the other breast, provided no work was done on the healthy breast. The reconstructed breast will not have the same feel and sensation as it once did, and healing may take several weeks, during which the breast shape and position will improve. A breast cancer diagnosis and subsequent surgery for treatment can be life-altering. Thanks to advancements in plastic surgery, many women can opt for reconstruction and restore their figures to resemble what they were prior to being diagnosed. More information about breast reconstruction is available at http://breastreconstruction. org and www.cancer.org. -Metro Creative
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ecent findings concerning the number of breast cancer deaths that have been prevented by mammograms has led to a shift in thinking regarding the efficacy of mammograms when screening for cancer. A study from Canadian researchers published in the February 11, 2014 issue of the British Medical Journal followed nearly 90,000 women for 25 years. These women were randomly assigned to either get mammograms and screening by trained nurses or to receive no screening beyond self-breast exams. The results showed that 22 percent of aggressive breast
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particular, are the most heavily researched. Despite that research, the AICR remains hesitant to draw any con-
cancers were overanalyzed and would been too minor to pose a life threat. Furthermore, the results concluded that women getting mammograms were just as likely to die from breast cancer as those who didn’t get them. Experts also warned that the radiation used in mammograms could actually put women at greater risk for developing cancer. This study is not the only one to highlight overinflated benefits of regular mammograms. Several additional studies have ultimately questioned the advantages of annual mammograms. Women who are diagnosed withbreast cancer through mammography may endure certain
clusions with regard to walnuts and their potential link to lowering cancer risk. However, several studies of mice found that consuming walnuts decreased the growth of breast and colon tumors
among mice who ate walnuts as opposed to those who did not, while other studies in mice indicated that walnuts reduced the growth of prostate cancer. Studies into the impact of the Mediterranean
unnecessary treatments for slow-growing cancers that were a miniscule health threat. Dr. Erika Schwartz, author of “Dr. Erika’s Healthy Balance” newsletter, hasn’t had a mammogram in 15 years and finds that women are generally overradiated and overprodded. Schwartz recommends self-examinations as the best way for women to check for signs of cancer. Should a suspicious lump be found, other tests for cancer exist. One such test is an ultrasound, which uses less radiation than a mammogram. Statistics point out approximately 200,000 women and a few men are diagnosed annually diet, which includes walnuts, have shown that such a diet can help people lose fat and lower their blood pressure and triglycerides. But the AICR still notes the need for more research into walnuts before
with breast cancer in the United States alone, and that breast cancer kills roughly 40,000 people per year, according to the American Cancer Society. Despite studies and statistics, immediate changes with respect to mammogram screenings are unlikely. Doctors are likely to remain cautious, and many still advocate for annual mammograms. Ultimately, the decision to get or forgo a mammogram remains a woman’s choice, even if it’s one that research has shown may require more careful consideration than many women would otherwise think. - Metro Creative
they can be considered foods that fight cancer. Many factors, such as family history, that increase our risk for developing cancer are beyond our control. But the foods we choose to eat
can play a significant role in reducing our risk of developing various cancers. More information about the link between diet and cancer is available at www.aicr.org. - Metro Creative
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