The Mechanicsville Local – 01/11/2023

Libraries toast New Year celebrating 2022 favorites

CHRISTINA AMANO DOLAN for The Local

Amid a new year already chock full with exciting programs at local Pamunkey Regional Library branches, Hanover branches look back on the past year and offer their favorite programs, give thanks to the community for their ongoing support, and look ahead to the many more events in store for 2023.

Atlee Branch

Kicking off the New Year with a community celebration, the Atlee Branch Library hosted over 120 party-goers of all ages at its Noon New Year’s Eve party on Friday, Dec. 30.

The library featured an array of activities for children to enjoy throughout the celebration. Visitors made and decorated paper clocks for counting down to the New Year; personal noise makers made from cardboard toilet paper rolls, dried noodles, stickers and

duct tape; colored pictures of the New Year baby; enjoyed candy and popcorn; and danced the hokey pokey with library staff.

“We had so much fun!” said

Anne-Marie Parrish, Atlee Branch manager. She added the highlight of the party was the countdown.

Library staff moved all attendees to the lobby to count down from 10 and dropped over 300 cotton snowballs from the second floor to commemorate the New Year.

“Fun was had by all, and the kids helped us pick all the snowballs up too and it was fun to see how far they rolled down the stacks of books,” Parrish said. “It was a great way to end my very first year here at the Atlee Library!”

Heading into a new year of programming, Jackie Palmer, the branch’s youth service librarian, said some of her favorite events of 2022 included the reintroduction of indoor Storytime, their summer T-shirt fish printing program, and setting up a Nintendo Switch for Atlee teens to play.

HCPS RETURNS FROM WINTER

BREAK

Hanover County Public Schools students and staff returned to the classroom on Monday, Jan. 2 after a two-week Winter Break. Students at Rural Point Elementary School rang in the New Year with fun glasses while students across the county, including those at Cold Harbor Elementary School, were greeted with warm smiles from staff upon their return for another year full of joy and learning.

FRIENDS REUNITE IN NEW YEAR

Third grade students from Cynthia Merritt’s class at elmont elementary school were excited to be back together after Winter Break, locking arms on their way out to recess on Monday, Jan 2 to enjoy the beautiful weather

SATURDAY, JAN. 14

doswell ruritan Club’s roast Beef dinner will be held at 16433 n� Washington Highway from 5 to 7 p�m� and will include baked potato, green beans, garden salad, roll, dessert and beverages� Take-outs will be available� The fee is $12 for adults and $4 for ages 4-10� The club thanks the community for their support�

The Independence ruritan Club will be hosting an all-you-can eat Benefit Breakfast from 6:45 to

8:45 a�m� for the ashland Christian emergency services (aCes)� Breakfast includes salt herring fillets, scrambled eggs, bacon, spiced apples, cornbread, grits, coffee and orange juice; just $11 for adults� The ruritan Building is located behind Independence Christian Church, 14033 Independence road (off route 54, west of ashland)� For more information call 804-798-5171 or contact dave by emailing wdtoney@ mindspring�com�

MONDAY, JAN. 16

Hanover County Government offices, trash and recycling convenience centers and courts will be closed for the observance of Martin Luther King Jr ’s birthday

TUESDAY, JAN. 17

The Hanover republican Women’s Club will hold its monthly meeting at anna’s Italian Kitchen, 7009 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville at 6 p m Their guest speaker will be Col david Hines, Hanover County sheriff For additional information about the meeting or becoming a member of the HrWC, contact nancy russell, president, at nsrussell29@yahoo com or visit the website at www hrwomen com

SATURDAY, FEB. 4

Glowing smiles dentistry, located at 9097 atlee station road, suite 120 in Mechanicsville, is hosting its second annual Give Kids a smile event from 11 a m to 4 p m and is offering

free dental care for children of lowincome families� Call 804-559-3250 with any questions�

SATURDAY, FEB. 11

The men of Mechanicsville united Methodist Church will be preparing and selling Brunswick stew again this year For $10 a quart, enjoy some of the most delicious Brunswick stew in the area The group strongly encourages those interested to preorder their stew, which became available on Jan 9, by calling the church office at 804-746-5118, emailing mechumc@comcast net or placing your order through the website, mechumc org Include name, phone number and number of desired quarts Prepayment is required for all orders over 6quarts Church office hours are Tuesday — Thursday, 9:30 a m to 1:30 p m Pick-up will be on saturday, Feb 11 from 8 to 10 a m stew not sold in the preorders will be available for purchase on saturday morning The women of the church will also be selling their fabulous baked goods on saturday morning Contact the church office with any questions

ONGOING

Mechanicsville Churches emergency Functions One stop shop (MCeF Oss) is open for food, clothing and linens from 9:30 to 11 a m on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and from 6:30 to 7:30 p m Thursday at 7235 stonewall Parkway in

Mechanicsville (rear parking lot)�

The shop is available for residents in the 23111 and 23116 zip codes with identification and proof of residency� Walnut Grove Baptist Church will be conducting Free adult english Classes (esL) and Citizenship Classes (Passing the Test) Wednesday mornings with open enrollment through May 17, 2023� Classes will meet from 9 to 10:30 a�m� at 7046 Cold Harbor road, Mechanicsville, Va 23111� For more information, contact the church office at (804) 746-5081 or contact Frank at wgbcinfo@comcast� net or (804) 402-7701� The classes are free but students are asked to purchase the books required for the class�

SATURDAYS

Trinity Lutheran Church, ashland Campus, located at 11515 ashcake road in ashland 2 miles west of u�s� 1, holds its church service at 5 p m with Pastor rev dr roy Minnix Visit www trinityrichmond net or call 804-270-9626

SUNDAYS

all souls episcopal Church celebrates Holy eucharist rite II at 9:15 a m at Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 atlee rd in Mechanicsville a nursery will be available for infants and toddlers Katherine G dougherty is the deacon in charge of all souls Visit www allsoulsva org

ASHLAND

PHOTO AND INFORMATION COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Investigators seek to identify B&E suspects

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

On Dec. 16, 2022, deputies responded to the Buddhist Cambodian Temple located in the 8100 block of Windsor Drive for a report of three unknown suspects who attempted to gain entry into the temple. It is reported that three suspects came to the back door and pounded on it loudly. The suspects rattled the door handle and attempted to open the door.

There was a similar incident on Oct. 16, 2022, at this temple where similarly dressed subjects did gain entry into the building. However, once inside they realized the building was occupied and quickly backed out.

This appears to be a trend that is occurring throughout the region. Based on the investigation and other cases throughout the region, these individuals are unarmed and their motive appears to be larceny.

The Hanover County sheriff’s Office released these images of the suspects from the breaking and entering incident on dec. 19, 2022.

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office at (804) 365-6140 or the Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Citizens can also download the “P3 Tips” app for their mobile device to submit their tip. Both

Mechanicsville man dies in collision

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

A Mechanicsville man was killed Saturday morning in a head-on collision in Hanover County.

At about 7:15 a.m. Jan 7, deputies responded to the 11100 block of Hanover Courthouse Road for a two vehicle head-on crash.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2016 Ford F-150 was traveling northbound on Hanover Courthouse Road when it crossed the double solid line colliding head on with a 2020 Kenworth utility truck that was traveling southbound.

The driver and sole occupant of the 2016 Ford F-150, Martin “Deane”

Cheatham IV, 30, of Mechanicsville, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the 2020 Kenworth utility truck was transported by EMS to a local hospital with minor injuries.

Investigators are still collecting information to determine the circumstances that led to this crash.

The sheriff’s office extended its deepest condolences to the family of Martin “Deane” Cheatham during this difficult time.

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

Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

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

SHERIFF’S REPORTS

AUG. 23

assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 9200th block of Hanover Crossings drive.

driver not reporting accident with damage up to $1,000 was reported in the 10400th block of ashcake road.

AUG. 24

Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 17200th block of Washington Highway.

driver not reporting accident with damage more than $250 was reported in the 7200th block of Battle Hill drive.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 8200th block of atlee road.

Obtaining money or signature

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE HANOVER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Libraries

Jessica Schelleng of the Atlee Branch named growing participation with their Atlee Bridge Club and Fun and Games groups among last year’s highlights. Other highlights include their wellreceived Sock Snowmen craft in December and a holiday concert with the Hanover High School Chamber Orchestra.

Schelling said she hopes to make the holiday concert “an annual event, as it was a great all-ages program that drew young adults, children and seniors.”

The Atlee Branch is excited for the many more Storytimes for all ages this year and other ongoing programs, including frequent Hula Dancing programs offered every month and Summer Reading.

Parrish and Schelleng are especially excited for the library’s first ever Virtual Trivia Night on Tuesday, Jan.

24, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with topics including geography, animals, books, space and more using Zoom and Kahoot. All ages are welcome, and registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/9748772.

Palmer hopes to attract more paleontologists, scientists and artists to the library in coming months to “teach the kids new and exciting things.”

“We are so glad to see all of our patrons and hope that we can continue to bring you fun programs and books for you all,” Palmer said.

“There are always great things happening at the local library,” Parrish said.

Call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9212 Rutlandshire Drive for more information.

Mechanicsville Branch

The Mechanicsville Branch Library has much to celebrate from last year’s lineup of programs.

One of the branch’s fa-

vorite 2022 programs was the Summer Reading Kickoff Party on June 4, which invited all ages to celebrate the beginning of summer with fun activities while signing up for “Oceans of Possibilities,” the Pamunkey Regional Library’s 2022 Summer Reading Program.

“Everyone there had such a good time as it was really wonderful seeing every-

one come together in our first major program since 2020,” said DJ Childress, the branch’s adult public services librarian. “Other favorites include our Holiday Celebration at the beginning of December, the two Paint Nights that took place in July and December, and when Jack’s Jungle came to the library on July 26, which was another successful program!”

There were several new programs last year that have become recurring events for all ages to enjoy. Thanks to the library’s Youth Services Librarian Niki Bernett, the branch’s Teen Hangout program was held throughout the year in order for teen patrons from Bell Creek Middle School and Mechanicsville High School to have a dedicated space in the library after school. For the library’s adult patrons, the two Paint Nights and monthly Senior Bingos, which are presented by their partners at JenCare Senior Medical Center, were also great successes and heavily-attended.

Free Comic Book Day is among the upcoming programs that the branch is most excited for and will take place on Saturday, May 6, inviting all ages to enjoy fun activities and free comic books. Library staff is always excited for their recurring programs, such as the branch’s monthly Book Club, and is gearing up for the first indoor Storytimes held since 2019.

Looking ahead, they are always looking for new community partners to promote their resources at the library.

“While we have a variety of programs we are presenting, we hope to provide some exciting programs from these partners throughout the year!” Childress said, adding that they “can’t wait to see what 2023 holds” and hope to see everyone at the library.

Call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place for more information.

Ashland Branch

The Ashland Branch Library held a number of 2022 events that made their favorites list, including a monthlong celebration of the library’s 25th anniversary in the community, which was capped off by a program on Nov. 19 featuring dignitaries and many participants in the original “book brigade” that helped move the library across the railroad tracks on Nov 8, 1997.

Other favorites of 2022 include the Hanover County Black Heritage Society’s monthly speaker series that will continue this year; their Wet Art event that invited area children to cover the library’s sidewalk with color; their Big Bubbles program that featured over 70 patrons sailing gigantic bubbles over the building; the Recycled Book Hedgehog program; and the branch’s Take and Makes with take-home kits for art journals, string art heart cards, a homemade eco-friendly bee wrap and more.

Awnali Mills, Joanne Jones and Michael Natale of the Atlee Branch Library said their Take and Makes were always huge hits, with the program’s kits sometimes disappearing the same day they became available.

The branch highlighted last year’s launching of their Mahjong Club for experienced players, Hanover Quilting Circle that has boosted interest in quilting and sewing, a Summer Reading program with “record numbers of participants – more than tripling previous year sign-ups,” and their growing Teen Advisory Group that earns teens volunteer hours by helping to create programs, eating and playing games.

Looking ahead, the library is excited to host “Celebrating Space in the Center of the Universe” events in partnership with the Ashland Parks & Recreation Department

and Ashland Theatre, featuring a history of the Universe presentation by Professor George Spagna, an interactive lesson on comets and impactors by Professors Rachele Dominguez and Michael Rodruck on Feb. 8, and a children’s program for creating personal stomp rockets to launch from the parking lot on Feb. 9 at the library.

Upcoming programs for children include Drumming on Jan. 23, which will feature a make-your-own-drums activity and a lesson on technique from a real drummer; a Dr. Seuss program in March; and a whole week of programming for spring break.

Other upcoming programs for children and teens include the return of their Big Bubbles program; Roll with It for kids to experiment with gravity, friction, and inclined planes; Reading Olympics preparation programs for students; a Witch, Wizard, & Warlock Wand Workshop on Jan. 28, Improv on Jan. 22 and Feb. 9; RVA Swing on March 15; and Open Mic Poetry on April 19.

Library staff is currently planning a number of exciting events in the horizon, including a “What’s in Poe’s Trunk” presentation by Poe Museum and a Poe escape room by Red Vein Escape Rooms on Feb. 18, Star Wars Bingo, Cosplay presentation, photo booth, and the 2023 Summer Reading Program themed “All Together Now.”

Library staff highlights how they offer more than books and magazines, incorporating fascinating programs that cover many areas of interest, e-resources and useful databases. Pamunkey Library databases additionally offer access to free homework help with a live teacher; free legal forms; live help with resumes, accessing veteran benefits, new language, prep for the SAT or citizenship test; and many

The things that matter

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The immeasurable va lue of than king ou r vetera ns

JIM RIDOLPHI Contributing Columnist

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My twins, Jack and Emma, are preparing for their second semester at VCU, both having successfully negotiated the challenges of a new environment and a new set of challenges of a freshman first semester.

legs and disappointing drug trials and supported him every step of the way.

t has often been said it takes a village to raise a child, and if that son or daughter is disabled, the saying takes on new meaning.Honestly, I sometimes have questioned the negative effect of having a sibling with a chronic illness might have on them, but I’ve learned the experience has been more motivating and positive than any negative impact.

But those visits to the national war memorialsalwayscarried their own significance, as even before truly learning of theirnature as a child, seeing them through my relatives’ eyes gave me another snapshot of the past– the relatives who would pause at a namewritten on the wall and remembera fallen friend

I must admit I didn’t know how this would all play out, and there were times when I considered the obstacles facing the twins as they entered college.

Before my grandfatherpassed away, my father and uncle took him to the World War II Memorial for the first time. This visit has been recounted by my father throughout my life, as he fondly remembers the array of strangers thatapproached hisfather, asked for hisstory and thanked him for his service

It’s instilled a sense of compassion and caring that seems almost noble to a parent looking on from afar, and I’m thankful for the amazing example they display.

Above all, he remembers the glint of excitement inhis father’s eyes, who servedin the U.S. Marine Corps throughout

Jack’s older sister, Sophia, participated in a webinar broadcast last year featuring siblings of Duchenne patients, and expressed how her life had been enhanced by Jack’s experiences and the positive impact it had on her outlook for the future.

do everything I can to make sure Jack stays healthy for as long as possible,” Emma said in her post.

World War II. Evendecades after his servicein a vastly different world,a simple “thank you” from a passing stranger lifted his spirits beyond recognition.

lowed the veterans throughout theirjourney– whetherin the form of a Virginia State Police escort to their first destination or in the hand-bakedcookies provided by Covenant Woods.

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rowing up outside of Washington, D.C., visiting its plethora of museums and memorials was a common occurrence throughout my childhood through school field trips and family visitsThismemory came to mind whenspeaking with Steve Combs of Old Dominion Honor Flight (ODHF), one of the many Honor Flight Network “Hubs” across the country that honor the nation’s veterans with an all-expenses paidtrip to Washington, D.C. As Combs spoke of hispassion for the nonprofit’s mission of saying “thank you” in powerful ways, I began to recall my parents’ teachings of “the why” behind these memorials’ existence.

Speaking with Ronnie Rust,a Vietnam War veteran and participant of the ODHF trip, offered an especially powerful snapshot of “the why.”

Speaking in support of a cardiac initiative sponsored by PPMD, Emma said, “Keeping Jack’s heart strong means that he feels healthier for longer, he can do more of the things he likes to do, and stay mobile. It will give him a better quality of life for longer, and that means we get to make even more memories together in the years to come.”

Rust’s enthusiasm for the day was apparent, as he affectionately recalled the warmththat enveloped the trip, with communitymembers, the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office, Hanover Fire-EMS and more offering a heartfelt “farewell” and “welcome back” display to the buses.The word “celebrity” even came to hismind, as showers of people saying “thank you” fol-

These efforts are just a small example of the importance of Jack’s siblings to his well-being, a statement of true dedication and compassion that has become a way of life for them.

Rusthadnever seen anything like it – particularly after serving in a war that was widely condemned by the American public at the time. His return home was a period deprived of the welcomehome parades and gratitude ofprevious generations

But thisday brought instances of appreciation in every shape and size. Upon boarding the bus for their journey back home, Rust was handed an envelope reminiscent of hisdaysin the service whenletters sent from back home were like a “pot of gold” to a homesick soldier

s news of Buffalo Bills’ safety Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest during a Jan. 2 game traveled around the world last week, reaction from the public was swift. Billboards went up, donations poured in, and all manner of celebrity voices filled the airwaves—and the social media channels—with heartfelt messages of support. Since then the eyes of the nation, it seems, have been riveted to the story of the stellar young athlete cut down by a cruel twist of fate during what should have been one of the most exciting nights of his life.has already touched off the expected debate about the inherent dangers of a sport that involves violent collisions and myriad ways for players to be seriously injured, you’d have to turn over quite a few rocks before you found a person who didn’t at least offer a few grudging words of support.

Uponreturning home after histrip, Rust opened the envelope to findhandwritten thank you notes from children across the country for his service

So what then, you might ask, could possibly be the problem?

“I just couldn’t believe it,” Rust said, adding that evensmall tokens of appreciation hold an immeasurablevalue – one that brought the comforting reminder that the world has changed

I’ll tell you.

Above all, these tokens of gratitude and appreciation

I should have known better. As soon as living arrangements were finalized and Emma was placed in a suite with Jack, I was relieved and satisfied that Jack’s chances of success were greatly improved with his twin sister’s presence.

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist

In reality, Jack’s siblings have stepped up and shown enormous resolve since his diagnosis of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy more than a decade ago. They have endured the broken

Emma recently provided remarks for a fundraiser for Parents Project for Muscular Dystrophy, a dedicated community comprised of supporters and affected families.

You hear it all the time. It’s thelittle things that have the biggestinfluence on our lives. I’m not sure that worksall the time, butone certainly can’t discount the impact of seemingly insignificant eventsin our lives. Perhaps it’s that philosophy that

prompted someone to say, “it’s the smallstuff that counts and it’s all smallstuff.”

One fictional example that comes to mind seems seasonally appropriate –a frightful broadcast that debuted on October30,1938,capturinga nation and evoking fears that sent some seeking professional help.

“I love being Jack’s twin, and we share a special bond. Seeing the effects of Duchenne manifest in the people we love is hard. I want to

Orson Welles’ radiodramatiza-

The promise of a new year and the possibilities it presents offers new hope of cures and treatments, but all of us live with the reality of a cruel disease with no known cure. But, Jack also lives with the promise of a dedicated support group headed by his siblings who will not waiver in providing him with the things he treasures the most — the love and respect of his family.

tion of “War of the Worlds” relayed a tale of horror involvingan attack of alienkillermachines that seemed by allindications primed to destroy our planet. While the best and latest weaponry had noeffect on the invading machines, the smallestdetail eventually thwarted the invasion It seems the killermachineshad an immunity to the smallest form of

None of this, of course, has been surprising. After all, tweeting a “praying” emoji or pledging a donation for a person who, through no fault of his own, has suffered a life-altering event is something of an easy call. And while Hamlin’s story

bacteria, and the invading microbes eventually destroyed the menace the smallest of earth’s inhabitants destroying its largestenemy.

Last week, as the world was discussing Damar Hamlin, Hopewell resident Brionna Taylor was still reeling from the loss of her 8-year-old daughter, P’aris Moore, a sweetfaced elementary schooler who was shot to death while riding her bicycle in her neighborhood.

A recent story remindedme of justhow important the things we take for granted are to our futures; and how eventshappening many miles away can impact all of us.

Few of us who don’t work in the medical field will ever have to know the destruction that a bullet will do to a child’s tiny body, or the trauma the loss of that child inflicts

on a family and a community. But what we do know is that, almost certainly, within a few years the story of P’aris Moore’s brief life will be forgotten by most of the people outside her immediate family and her community. The law enforcement officers who worked the case and the medical personnel who tried desperately to save her will remember. But to the rest of us she will become just another statistic, one of the many innocent children struck down in this country every year by gun violence.

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more – all without costing a dime for a library card.

Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.

Hanover Branch

The Hanover Branch Library staff members named both new and recurring programs their favorites of 2022, including the launching of their Book Club in April that has blossomed from three members to 10 regular attendees. The club meets the third Tuesday of every month from noon to 1 p.m., with the next meeting scheduled for Jan. 17 on “The Rosie Project” followed by a Feb. 21 discussion on “The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry.”

The branch additionally started Playgroup in October that has grown in popularity over the months. The program will return on the first Tuesday of the month beginning in February and offers the opportunity for parents and caregivers with young children to socialize with other parents and caregivers while their children freely explore a wide variety of activities, including dress-up, playdough, building blocks and sensory activities.

Hanover’s Take Home Crafting Corner was another new success of 2022, which offers a selection of books to

check out and a weekly craft for children to take home every week. The staff loves providing these take-home activities for their youngest patrons and will continue the program this year.

After a two and a half year COVID-induced break from Storytime, library staff was exited to return in September 2022 with in-person, indoor Storytimes. The branch’s Storytimes are held on Fridays at 10:45 a.m. and welcome all ages to sing along with Miss Cindy and her guitar, read stories together, and enjoy puppets and other fun activities.

Cindy Hooper, the branch’s children’s programmer, is most excited for the continuance of Playgroup and Storytime this year.

“These are the two I am most looking forward to because I get to spend time with the children exploring their interests and get to know them a little better,” Hooper said.

They are also excited to welcome a new adult programmer who will focus on genealogy and promoting the Hanover Branch’s Virginiana Collection.

The library’s favorite upcoming adult programs include Heart Sharpie Mug on Feb. 1 at 7 p.m., Spring Cleaning Tips and Tricks on March 1 at 7 p.m., Adult Coloring Night on April 5 at 6:30 p.m., Felt Flower Collage on May 5 at 11 a.m., and

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are no longer able to look away.

So why bring this up? Why conflate these two events that, in almost every sense, have nothing to do with each other?

Because I want a billboard for P’aris. I want a Google search of her

name to pull up more than a handful of local news stories and a link to her obituary and for her story to be known far and wide. I want the names of Akeem Briscoe, Kyhara Tay and Briana Palmer, just a small fraction of the children under the age of 12 who were killed last year by stray bullets, to be familiar to all Americans. I want a memorial to fallen chil-

Rockville Branch

The Rockville Branch Library has been gradually reintegrating programing back into their schedule since the pandemic, with 2022 offering a return to most of the branch’s regular programming including Storytime on Friday mornings, First Friday Films, Read to Rover with the library’s therapy dogs, and a summer Pirate Day Party.

Some of the branch’s most popular programs in 2022 were art programs, which were mostly led by Jean Kleeman, the library’s adult services specialist.

model for children for the whole family to participate together.

Snyder said that with puzzles resurging in popularity due to the pandemic, the library’s puzzle-swap has drawn a lot of activity recently.

a variety of other passive programs, including scavenger hunts in the library for kids and simple crafts.

“It makes a visit to the library really fun and special for both patrons and staff,” Snyder said.

“Instead of buying a bunch of puzzles you can swap out one you’ve already done for a new one. We also frequently have a puzzle laid out on one of the library tables that gets worked on by various patrons as they come through, making it a really fun group effort to see how much progress gets done each day,” she added.

The ashland Branch named last year’s “Big Bubbles” event in august as one of their 2022 favorites. The 75 attendees flocked to the library to blow giant bubbles using staff’s unique concoction. Please see LIBRARIES,

a Teacup Garden program on June 3 at 11 a.m. to plant small succulents in a teapot with a few miniatures. These programs are for adults and limited to 10 people.

“We would love to see more patrons come visit the Hanover Branch, which is the original Hanover Library near the Courthouse on 301,” Hooper said. “It is a small, intimate branch that many people don’t even know exists. Staff at the Hanover Branch will get to know your name and you typically don’t have to worry about events being too crowded. Come check us out!”

Call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive for more information.

Rockville Branch Manager Christine Snyder noted how Kleeman’s beginning loom and paint along sunflower classes were “very popular, and we still hear from patron who attended letting us know how much they enjoyed it.”

Another crowd favorite was the library’s December winter luminary program, which offered a more intricate model for adult participants along with a simpler

The library has also offered

Looking ahead, the library is looking forward to hosting all the new and continuing programs throughout 2023. Some upcoming favorites include a spring Blackout poetry program for teens and children to create a poem with old book pages and spring painting class for adults to create a triptych cherry tree. No previous art

dren and an annual day of mourning.

I want people to understand that a professional athlete suffering a lifethreatening medical crisis is a truly horrible event, but a child being murdered should be the bigger headline.

We need to protect our athletes. But the fact that we can’t protect our children is the real tragedy.

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Christmas Mother thanks generous donors

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

The 2022 Hanover Christmas Mother Michele Clements would like to thank the following community groups and members for their generous donation to the meaningful program:

Thelma adkins; Marlene H. aigner; Margaret alexander; ashland Veterinary Hospital; Mr. and Mrs. arthur e aumock, Jr.; Jean austin; Betty Bareford; F. richard Barnette; J. Basinger; Beth Bechard; anne K. Bishop; Charles J’ Blair, lV; Judith H. Bobbitt; Frank Bradley; nancy and Henry G. Brent, Jr.; Mary Gayle

Brittingham, ln Memory of Mary and everett Gentry; samantha Brock; Harriet s. Brockenbrough; Carol Broderick; K. Fogerty & T. Burke; Larry Caldwell; Ben and susan Call; CapitalCity Four Wheelers; The Cheatham Family donor advised Fund; The Cheathams; Barbara s. Cocke; Bertha B. Colernan, ln Loving Memory of Bobby, Gordon and donnie; Cecile and Jim Cox; J. W. Cox; Glenn and diana Crider; Leroy and Verna Crowder; Gabie Crutchfield; Walter and Loy Crutchfield, ln Memory of debra Harper; Jeffrey Curran; W. e

Czerniakiewicz; united daughters of Confederancy Hanover Chapter 1399; B. Wayne davis; Colene y deacon; Linda e deah; lris K. deFord; Betty dirickson; Corinne B. and John alan dixon; William ellen; elmont ruritan Club; Christopher a enright; Fairmount Christian Church; The Morning Friendship Class Fairmount Church; Forever young Class Fairmount Christian Church; Terrie Felts; John and Mary Ferrell; Lisa and Michael Ford; Larry and Brenda Gilman; Thomas Gilman; W. Pettus Gilman; Giovanni’s Pizza, Pasta and subs; Carlease H. Griffin; Lois and dwight Grissom; Virginia Hall; Hanover Farm Bureau; HanoverTowne Garden Club; Hanover Woman’s Club; Carland Judy Harrell; Henry Clay Woman’s Club; dorothy Hites;

Hilda H. Hogue; Mary ann Holliday; Homemades by suzanne; Golden Circle Hopeful Baptist Church; Benjamin Hutchson; diane and david Hylton; disciples Women of lndependence Church; Independence ruritan Club; Gary Kazee; dougtas and Mary Kennedy; russell C. Knapp; eleanor Kroll; Millicent M. Landrum; Wayne Lauterbach; Carolyn Leimberger; deborah Lestourgeon; Garland C. Lloyd; Luck Chevrolet; david and Janice Lynn; sue Manhart; norman and Linda Marks; James C. May, III; Timothy and Christine Mayes; douglas Mayo; dan and sherry McCarthy; William and Jane Mcdaniel; Corlis McKitrick; ruth B. Mcnally; allan and debbie Mitchell; sandra Monolo; Montpelier ruritan Club; Wesley and doris Moody;

Mr. & Mrs. robert C. Mueller; amy and Michael newby; Gladys and ernest norris; Joe O’Connor; Captain and Mrs. Milton Outtet; Patrice Pace; n. Parrish; robert and Christine Paterson; Mr. and Mrs. Wayne a. Pecht; Harvey and Betty Phillips; Mary ann Pugh; June and Patrick Quisenberry; elfren Quitiquit; Janet raid; Velinda rhyne; susie rice; Johnny robinson; Martha rogers; rouzie’s Chapel uMC; Jane ruffin; L. F and l. V. shaw, Jr.; elizabeth M. sims; Jimmy and sandra smith; Mcneale smith; Befty Lee stanley; Margaret G. stanley, ln Loving Memory of a. Wayland “Jack” stanley from Margaret and dyan stanley Carol J. stevens; Pam stevenson; edward and robins stiles; Gwendolyn strane; Jacqueline C. strickland; elizabeth svor; John

Talley; Mr. and Mrs. George W. Tate; richard Taylor; Thomas Family; richard M. Thurston; Trinity Christian Church (dOC); robert and Julie Tuck; Lynne u. Turman; susan M. Tussey; G. a. utley, Jr. ; Mr. and Mrs. robert n. Vaughan; Gary Vitek; Frank J. Wallmeyer; Friends Class Walnut Grove Baptist Church; Mabel T. Ward; Gwendolyn Weinberg; Constance White; robert a. White; andrew and Virginia yanishak; robert and elizabeth yevich.

The Hanover Christmas Mother thanks all for their generous contributions this holiday season. For those interested in donating to the annual effort, donations can be sent to HanOVer CHrIsTMas MOTHer, BOX 39, dOsWeLL, Va. 23047.

Bell Creek MS to host annual art show

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Bell Creek Middle School is holding their eighth annual Middle School Art Show this month in Richmond and will feature selected works from Bell Creek Middle School of Hanover County and Brookland Middle School of Henrico County.

The show will feature over 200 pieces of artwork on display at Artspace, a gallery

located in the Stratford Hills Shopping Center in Richmond, 2833-A Hathaway Road, Richmond, VA 23225. Parking is free and easy in the shopping center lot.

The opening reception will take place at the gallery on Jan. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. All artwork will remain on display until Jan. 21 from noon to 4 p.m.

Students are encouraged

to take a selfie at the show and show their teacher. All community members are welcome to attend.

The advised directions to Artspace Gallery from Mechanicsville (25 minutes with tolls) are: Get on I-295 N from Mechanicsville Turnpike. Follow I-295 N to US-301 S/VA-2 S/Chamberlayne Road. Take exit 41B from I-295 N. Get on I-95 S

in Henrico County. Continue on I-95 S. Take I-195 S and VA-76 S/Powhite Pkwy to Forest Hill Ave in Richmond. Take the Forest Hill Ave exit from VA-76 S/Powhite Pkwy. Follow Forest Hill Ave to your destination.

Contact the gallery with any questions by calling 804-232-6464 or visit the website, artspacegallery.org, for more information.

experience is necessary and all work can be taken home.

“We are always looking for new program ideas and local organizations to partner with to provide knowledge and enrichment to the community,” Snyder said. “We are also looking

for outreach opportunities, so if anyone is interested in working with us so we can educate the public about our services, we would love to hear from them. We hope to see more people enjoying what the library has to offer in 2023!”

Call 804-749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

The Mechanicsville Branch Library ranked a July 26 visit from Jack’s Jungle, the mobile zoo, as one of the branch’s favorite programs of 2022. The traveling zoo traveled to various Pamunkey regional Branch Libraries that week, and many children visitors had fun interacting with duke the Tortoise.

HHS SENIOR RECEIVES

NATIONAL RECOGNITION

Cordelia Crawford, a senior at Hanover High school, is one of only five nominees in all of Virginia for the u.s. Presidential scholars for Career and Technical education. The program recognizes and honors some of the country’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors.

HCPS STRINGS TEACHER AWARDED

FOR EXCELLENCE

Lucretia davis, the strings teacher at Hanover High school and Oak Knoll Middle school, is the recipient of the 2022-2023 sue Forbes Watson award for Continuous Improvement in Teaching. The recognition is awarded to a Hanover teacher to develop or fulfill their potential as an effective teacher that will inspire their current and future students. davis was recognized in december at the Hanover education Foundation’s annual gala, which returned this year for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic.

CHES'S COLEY AND LMS'S BACON AWARDED FOR EXCELLENCE

Chavon Coley, an instructional assistant at Cold Harbor elementary school, and Christi Bacon, a senior teacher at Liberty Middle school, are the recipients the 2022-2023 stewart d. roberson Professional development scholarship. The scholarship, named after the former Hanover County Public schools superintendent, is intended to promote opportunities for HCPs teachers and support staff to receive quality training experiences that reflect best practices in and outside the classroom. Coley and Bacon were recognized in december at the Hanover education Foundation’s annual gala.

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a Healing and recovery ss Class meets at 9 a .m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the northstar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about

God’s place in our lives. a ll are welcome. Contact 804-746-5081 or contact Craig simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com.

Outside the Walls, a narcotics a n onymous group, meets from 6 to 7 p .m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm rd. in Hanover. Contact John shinholser, Mcshin president, at 804-249-1845. The website is http://www.mcshin.org.

TUESDAYS

The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

every Tuesday, mid-January through mid- d e cember, at the Hanover ar ts and activities Center at 500 s railroad ave. in ashland, just south of u s. 54. Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. Visit www.hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536.

The american Legion Post 175, located at 8700 Bell Creek road in Mechanicsville, holds a “Meet and Greet, Coffee and d onut” event

from 9-11 a .m. every Tuesday for the community and perspective members to meet members and learn about what they do for the community. Visit http://www. post175.org/.

WEDNESDAYS

Hanover r otar y meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at roma’s restaurant at 7240 Bell Creek rd. in Mechanicsville. due to the pandemic, contact President Penny at pennyguiles43@gmail.com for current meeting at roma’s or Zoom connection information.

PHOTOS AND INFORMATION COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Delores Brannan Andrews

andreWs, delores Brannan, 86, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2023. she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, douglas andrews; parents, edward Brannan and Ida Kirby Brannan; brothers, Thomas, Joseph, edward, John and andrew; and sister, ellen atkins. she is survived by her devoted son, steven andrews; and his caring wife, rhonda; grandchildren, amber nadeau (shawn), Holly McCray and Matthew McCray (elizabeth); greatgrandsons, andrew, Keegan, Blake and Grayson. special “Thanks” to The Purdie family, her niece, Brenda Madani, Christina novak and sharon Martin. delores was a member of Compass Christian Church and a founding member of eastern Hanover Volunteer Fire department Ladies’ auxiliary. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Leedavis road, where services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023. Interment will follow at Concord Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to eastern Hanover Volunteers Fire department, P.O. Box 1110, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111 or Compass Christian Church, 8137 Liberty Cir., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111.

OBITUARIES

BaBer, Lois Mae Walker, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, december 22, 2022. she was preceded in death by her husband, a shby Baber; daughter, Patricia renfroe; father, Lewis Walker; mother, Opha Walker; brothers, Brickey Walker and Howard “duck” Walker; and sister, Mary Cerveny. she is survived by her children, Kathy McGill, John amiss, Juanita Henderson, robert amiss, Kim Baber, Crystal amiss, david Baber, and Jenny new ton; brother, William “Bruce” Walker; and sisters, annabelle Mayer and Marjorie White; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mom touched the hearts of everyone that she met. she babysat throughout her life and helped raised many children. she loved and was loved by all. she will be dearly missed. The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, december 28, 2022, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, where a funeral service was held at 2 p.m., Thursday, december 29, 2022. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the east Hanover rescue squad.

Obituary: Margaret F. Daw

DAW, Margaret F., age 88, went to be with the Lord on december 23, 2022. Margaret was preceded in death by her first husband, robert H. Francis; and her second husband, dr. albert L. daw. a graduate of Highland springs High school class of 1952, she went on to have a successful 35-year career as an executive secretary at the aBC Board of Virginia. Margaret will be remembered for her generosity to lend a helping hand, a beautiful smile, witty comments and her elegant grace. she was an avid ballroom dancer and lover of animals. The always pragmatic Margaret chose not to have a service, but wished donations in her remembrance be made to the richmond animal League (804) 601-3638. Online condolences at www. woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.

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BELFIELD, Joyce Ann, 60, of West Point, Va., went to be with the Lord on sunday, January 1, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. she was preceded in death by a son, George alvin Belfield II “Little al.” Joyce is survived by a son, Joshua L. Belfield and his wife, danielle; three grandchildren, raylan, Tatum and Judd. she is also survived by her mother, Martha Wade; and the father of her children and best friend, George alvin Belfield “Big al.” a graveside funeral service was held 10 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, at Gethsemane Church of Christ, 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va. The family received friends on Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the B.W. White Funeral Home, 7837 richmond Tappahannock Highway, aylett, Va. 23009.

JETER, Mildred E., 85, of Mechanicsville, Va., went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, december 27, 2022, with her beloved dog, Millie by her side. she is lovingly survived by her four children, scheryl (Tommy), Chuck (rhonda), derek (niki), Kevin (Cyndi); six grandchildren, amber, ashley (ryan), Morgan (Jake), Mathew, Katlin (Timmy) and Kelly; and eight great-grandchildren. Mildred was a Godly woman and incredibly strong. she left a legacy to her family of God’s amazing love and grace and was an example to all who knew her. The family would like to thank nayar Hospice Care for their support and comfort during our difficult time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

COX, Lonnie Dale, 78, of Mechanicsville, originally of Tazewell, passed away Monday, January 2, 2023. He is survived by his children, Christine Collins and Lenny Pritchard (allyn); three grandchildren, Meredith Pritchard, Morgan Pritchard and Zachary Collins; sisters, Betty Mallory (red), sue sprinkle (J.r ), Lois Vencill and Marie Helton; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Lonnie was an u s air Force veteran and retired from sydnor Hydrodynamics with over 50 years of service. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, January 12, 2023 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-davis rd. Graveside services will be private.

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OBITUARIES

KIRBY, James Leslie, 70, of Mechanicsville, was born on september 9, 1952, and passed away January 4, 2023, at Community Hospice House after a long battle with cancer.

Les was preceded in death by his parents Pierman L. Jr. and Joyce alexander Kirby. Les is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carolyn (southard); sons, Jonathan and Kristopher Kirby (Karissa); five grandchildren, shane, Karson, Heather, aydan and McKenna Kirby. He was also survived by his sister, Jean Kline (dennis); brother, robert (Kathy) all of Mechanicsville; brother-in-law, C. Gregory southard of Culpeper, Va.; two very special uncles, earl (Carolyn) and ray (Chris) Kirby, who came in the time of need; and many other family and friends. also preceding him in death were his father and mother-in-law,

Charles and Irva southard; sister-in-law, Teresa L. southard; and aunt, er va Talley. Les graduated from Lee-davis High school in 1970 with honors. He then attended Virginia Tech and graduated from VCu before starting his 50-year career in the aluminum Industry with reynolds Metals Company and alcoa in research and development before retiring in 2004. He and partner, ray richter, then created a consulting firm to continue their expertise in the research field. Les then retired in 2022. Les was a lifelong bowler along with Carolyn and enjoyed traveling to many senior tournaments. He also enjoyed working with his tractors on the farm. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 11 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-davis road, where the funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, January 12, 2023. Interment will follow in signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bon secours Hospice and Palliative Care, 8580 Magellan Pkwy., richmond, Va. 23227 or Bon secours richmond Health Care Foundation, 5855 Bremo rd., suite 100, richmond, Va. 23226.

LAVIN, Patricia D. “Patsy,” of Hanover County, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2023. she was preceded in death by her husband, alfred Pedro Lavin II. she is survived by her children, Pedro Lavin III (Marie), angie Lavin, Troy Lavin and andy Lavin (Tara); five grand-

children, Pedro Lavin IV, Mason Lavin (Taylor), Hunter Lavin, Kayla davis and Michael darling; and one great-granddaughter, Harley r. Lavin. Patsy is also survived by her brother and sister, several nieces, nephews, cousins and wonderful friends. she will be missed here, but alfred is rejoicing to be reunited again. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and 12 to 1 p.m., with services beginning at 1 p.m., Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-davis rd. Interment will follow in signal Hill Memorial Park.

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Cosby “J.C.” Lightfoot Jr.

LIGHTFOOT, James Cosby “J.C.” Jr., our sweet, dear and loving husband, daddy and Papa, went home to the Lord on January 5, 2023. He was born to the late James and deLois Lightfoot sr. on June 13, 1938, in Buckingham County. He was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings. Cosby is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Vivian; and four adoring daughters, Jenny Walton (robert), sherrie Hendrick (ronnie), angie Berman (steve) and Valerie sipe (doug); along with six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren and his nieces and nephews. Cosby retired as a Postmaster from the united states Postal service after 32 years of service and was fortunate to have retired at the age of 54. He spent the next 35 years enjoying life with his family and wife of 64 years. Cosby was a 32nd scottish rite Mason and a member of the Washington & Henry Lodge #344, a F. &

a M. To his wife and children, Cosby was a man to be admired. He was a vibrant, funny and true family man. The measure of his love and joy could be felt the moment he entered a room. We are so blessed to have had this wonderful man in our lives a loving, caring and patient man, well respected and loved by all. a s Cosby reached the later phase of his life, he was lovingly and tenderly cared for by his family, particularly his granddaughter, Heather. a life well-lived and filled with love best describes Cosby’s legacy. His loved ones will receive family and friends on Thursday, January 12, from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 9271 shady Grove rd., Mechanicsville, where Masonic Memorial rites will be rendered at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 13, at the atlee Chapel, Woody Funeral Home. Interment 2 p.m. Friday, at Brown’s Chapel united Methodist Church Cemetery in dillwyn, Virginia. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Washington & Henry Masonic Lodge, #344, a F. & a M., P. O. Box 61, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. Online condolences at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.

PASKER, Georgie Anne, 88, of Mechanicsville, passed away quietly, december 6, 2022. she was preceded in death by her husbands, Lester F. “sammy” strickland Jr. and Leonard W. “Len” Pasker; and her parents, annie G. and robert J. arnett. Georgie is survived by three children, Frank strickland (anne), robyn Fulwider (Bill), and Lori Braun (Tom); seven grandchildren, Jenni West, sarah strickland (Marty), Christopher Fulwider (Jillian), amy adams (nick), Mary Beth Tedesco (anthony), stephanie Holmes (Jonathan), and Jimmy Kellites; and 12 great-grandchildren. Georgie retired

from the Henrico County department of Human resources in year 2000 where she served as an administrative assistant for 15 years. she was an active member of Fairmount Christian Church and especially enjoyed her sunday school Class, the extraordinary music, and the many social activities. Georgie was a huge lover of dogs, especially her basset hound, abbey, and initiated the development of the Pole Green dog Park in Mechanicsville. Georgie’s most favorite roles were as a wife, mother, and grandmother, and she was exceptional at all three. a Celebration of Life will be held 10 a.m. saturday, January 14, 2023, at Fairmount Christian Church. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hanover animal shelter, 12471 Taylor Complex Ln., ashland, Va. 23005.

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Atlee Branch Library

Call 804-559-0654 or visit the library at 9212 Rutlandshire Drive for more information.

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atlee Bridge Group at the atlee Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 17 and 24, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ages 18 and up every Tuesday the atlee Bridge Group meets to play social rubber Bridge. all levels welcome, from beginner to expert.

Fun and Games at the atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 1 to 4 p.m. ages 18 and up. Meet up with friends and have a great time with card and board games.

Preschool stor ytime at the atlee Branch Library. Mondays, Jan. 16, 23 and 30, 10:30 to 11 a.m. enjoy a stor ytime of books, music and fun for preschoolers 3-5 years old and their caregivers.

Mother Goose stor ytime at the atlee Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 24 and 31, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 18, and 25, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Mother Goose is a stor ytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. Have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Toddler stor ytime at the atlee Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 18 and 25, 11 to 11:30 a.m. enjoy a stor ytime of books, music and fun for toddlers

ages 2-3 and their caregivers. atlee Book Group at the atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 11, 11 a.m. to noon. Join the library in-person or on Zoom for a lively book discussion on “The reser voir” by John Thompson. Pick up a copy of the book at the atlee Branch Library Circulation desk while supplies last. registration is required at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/9742331. This program is presented in-person and hosted virtually through Zoom. The meeting link will be sent to the email registered a day before the event occurs. If you don’t receive your reminder email, contact the library.

Gaming for Kids at the atlee Branch Library. Thursday, Jan. 12, 4 to 5 p.m. For ages 5-12. Have fun gaming on the switch with games like Mario Kart and more in the Children’s Programming room on the second floor.

Contributedphoto HanoverRuritanClub’s speaker foritsOctober meeting wasJosephE. Vidunas,traffic engineer forHanover County. Hespoketo the clubabout road improvements taking place and roundabouts.While a numberofdrivers don’t like roundabouts,they save lives asthey slow the traffic downandlessenthenumber of accidents, Vidunassaid. Hewas selectedbytheclub’s businessand professioncommitteeinappreciationforhisoutstanding servicetothecitizens of HanoverCounty inhis roleas transportationengineer. Vidunasis shown receivinghis award fromAnnJewell, Hanover RuritanClub president.

PJ stor ytime (virtual program). Thursday, Jan. 12, 7 to 7:30 p.m. ages: 0-7. Get ready for bedtime with PJ stor ytime, featuring songs, rhymes and bedtime stories. registration is required at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/9742418. This program is hosted virtually through Zoom. The Zoom meeting link will be sent to the email registered before the event occurs. Contact the atlee Branch if you

do not receive this email.

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Chickahominy Colored Pencil artists at the atlee Branch Library. Friday, Jan. 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ages 18 and up. Join the Chickahominy Colored Pencil artists at a monthly meeting to share ideas, techniques and skills in using colored pencils. Bring individual supplies and projects and enjoy a time to sketch and make new friends. This is not an instructional class.

saturday Family stor ytime at the atlee Branch Library. saturday, Jan. 14, 11 to 11:30 a.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and more. Family stor ytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

atlee Lego Club at the atlee Branch Library. saturday, Jan. 14, 3 to 4 p.m. For grades K-5. Join the Lego Club to meet and talk with other kids and builds some fantastic Lego creations in the Children’s Programing room upstairs.

lively book discussion on “One summer” by Bill Bryson. Place the book on hold and pick it up at the atlee Branch Library. new members are always welcome.

atlee anime Club at the atlee Branch Library. Thursday, Jan. 19, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. ages 12-18. Join the atlee Library anime Club and meet teens with similar interests and watch cool shows.

Hanover Master Gardeners’ Home Gardening series at the atlee Branch Library. saturday, Jan. 21, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn about a variety of home gardening topics from Virginia Cooperative extension’s Master Gardeners. This session’s topic is “The Beauty of Herbs — Companion Planting.” Topics change each session.

questions on topics of geography, animals, books, space and more using Zoom and Kahoot! registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary. libcal.com/event/9748772. This program is hosted virtually through Zoom and the Kahoot app. see “More Information” at the link above on how the game will be set up. The Zoom meeting link will be sent to the email registered before the event occurs. Contact the atlee Branch if you do not receive this email.

10:30 a.m. to noon. ages 16 and up. exercise your body and brain while learning about hula dancing and culture at the library. Wear clothing to dance in easily.

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Mother Goose stor ytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 24 and 31, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Mother Goose is a stor ytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. Have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

NormanandMary SulserofMechanicsville celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary of Oct. 26.Theyhavethreesons, Dennis, Chris and Brian,and threegrandsons, Brandon, ConnorandGrant.Norman servedontheHanoverCountySchool Board for16years andMary servedon the HanoverCounty CommunityServiceBoard for eightyears TheSulsersenjoyed theirtravels toall 50statesand14countriesinEurope

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Hula dancing Class at the atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m. to noon. ages 18 and up exercise your brain and body while learning about hula dancing and culture at the atlee Branch Library.

1 p.m. Learn about a variety of homegardening topics from Virginia Cooperative Extension’s MasterGardeners This session’s topic is"The Oaks of Hanover.” Learn about the stately historical trees right in yourbackyard.

Page Turners Book Club at the atlee Branch Library. Thursday, Jan. 19, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. ages 18 and up. Join the library for an in-person,

Fall Leaf Table Place Holders at the Atlee Branch

Library. Saturday, Nov. 5, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Make beautiful and unique placeholders for the holiday table. Participants will be able to make up to sixdifferent placeholders Registration is required

reading Olympics Jeopardy at the atlee Branch Library. Tuesday, Jan. 24, 4 to 5 p.m. Compete in this fun game and test your knowledge, featuring questions from “Honeybee: The Busy Life of apis Mellifera” in the Children’s Programming room. This program is for participants in Hanover County Public schools reading Olympics.

Virtual Trivia night! (virtual program). Tuesday, Jan. 24, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. all ages. Test your knowledge and impress friends at a fun evening answering general knowledge

Preschool Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library. Mondays, Nov. 7, 14, 21, & 28,10 to 10:30 a.m Enjoy books, music, fingerplays and much more at pre-

reading Olympics Jeopardy at the atlee Branch Library. Thursday, Jan. 26, 4 to 5 p.m. Grades 4-5 for participants in Hanover County Public schools reading Olympics. Compete in this fun game and test your knowledge, featuring questions from “nanny X” by Madelyn rosenburg in the Children’s Programming room.

Toddler/Preschool stor ytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 24 and 31, 11 to 11:30 a.m. enjoy a stor ytime of books, music and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

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Crafternoon for Teens at the atlee Branch Library. saturday, Jan. 28, 3 to 4 p.m. ages 12-18. Create your very own handmade journal.

Family stor ytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Thursdays, Jan. 12, 19 and 26, 10:30 to 11 a.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and more. Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

school Storytime, for ages3-5 with a caregiver.

Mechanicsville Branch Library

Call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place for more information.

Atlee BookGroup at the Atlee Branch Librar y. Wednesday, Nov. 9,11a.m. to noon Joinin-person or on Zoom fora lively book discussion on "Bittersweet" by Colleen McCullough. Pick up a copy of the book at the Atlee Branch

Hula dancing Class at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Mondays, Jan. 16, 23 and 30,

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Game of Thrones Trivia at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Monday, Jan. 16, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. ages 18 and up Winter is coming, and so is another trivia night. Bring a group or come alone and participate in a fun night of trivia from the hit TV show, “Game of Thrones.” registration is required at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/9731498.

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Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.

schools reading Olympics.

Ashl d Ga rden Club celebrates 10 0 years

(AGC),foundedonOct. 12,1922,is Centennialanniversary. Club members took a photo in SeptemberatRhodeen on the campusofRandolph-Macon College. Mary McDermott Beirne, foundingmemberand firstpresidentofthe AGC, lived atRhodeenandmany of herwhite daffodilscanstillbe seenbloominginthespring nearthehouse.

Mad about Mahjong! at the ashland Branch Library. Friday, Jan. 20, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join other Mahjong enthusiasts in playing the cultural tile game at the ashland Library.

singer-songwriter Glenn Birch will perform a program of original music highlighting historic events on Thursday, Jan. 12.

Ashland Museum presents January event schedule

Mother Goose storytime at the ashland Branch Library. Mondays, Jan. 16, 23 and 30, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Mother Goose is a storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. Have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Three “Must do” steps for decluttering at the ashland Branch Library. saturday, Jan. 14, noon to 1 p.m. ages 18 and up. Learn how to get unstuck from overwhelming clutter by learning the ‘3 Must do’ Foundational steps in the journey to truly creating a clutter-free home. Learn where to begin, to have the confidence in your decisions of what to keep or let go of, and to address the hard/overwhelming moments in the process presented by Brenda Mason Parmelee, founder/CeO of smallerLivingHugeLife and downsizing31.

Cancer Center and today has over 1,899 stitchers making thousands of items for service groups across the Commonwealth. sew, knit, crochet or loom anything from blankets to shawls and everything in between. Bring a sewing machine, knitting needles, etc. and supplies, and make items for From the Heart every fourth Thursday. see https://fromtheheartstichers.org/ for more information about this organization.

receive your reminder email, contact the library.

reading Olympics review at the Hanover Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 25, 7 to 8 p.m. Grades 4-5 for participants in Hanover County Public schools’ reading Olympics. review the following books in preparation for the Hanover County reading Olympics competition: “scarlet stockings spy” and “The Brave Cyclist.”

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Toddler/Preschool storytime at the ashland Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 24 and 31, 10:30 to 11 a.m. enjoy a storytime of books, music and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

afternoon Book Club at the ashland Branch Library. Monday, Jan. 16, 1 to 2 p.m. ages 18 and up read the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations.

Witch, Wizard, Warlock Wand Workshop at the ashland Branch Library. saturday, Jan. 28, 4 to 5:30 p.m. ages 18 and up. Join the library to make your very own wand to take home. all supplies will be provided.

Play and Learn at the ashland Branch Library. Monday, Jan. 30, 11 to 11:30 a.m. ages 0-3. enjoy Mother Goose storytime then stay and play with toys and friends.

Call 804-883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane for more information.

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The Ashland Museum is kicking off the 2023 season with a HistoryTalks featuring singer-songwriter Glenn Birch.

Birch will present a program of original music highlighting historic events. The songs tell stories of Hurricane Camille, Henry “Box” Brown, the Bedford Boys and others – many of which took place in Virginia.

Ontheanniversary date, theclubhostedits Fall Fantasy fundraising event Nancy Hugo gave an exceptionalprogram on “TheExtraordinary Osage Orange.” Fall Fantasyproceeds are used to fundscholarships for students to attend events such asCampBloomand 4-HCamp, as wellas a $2,000 scholarshipfor a Patrick Henry High Schoolseniorwhoplans to study horticulture,agriculture, botany orenvironmental

Family storytime at the ashland Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 17, 24 and 31, 11:30 a.m. to noon. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and more. Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

studies.The Ashland Museum opened a new exhibitabout the AGC that will run through January 2023.

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Above, Members oftheTheAshlandGardenClub marktheir Centennialbyplanting daffodilsinpublicspacesaround Ashland.MembersofThe Ashland GardenClub,September 2022in frontof Rhodeen.

Morning Book Club at the ashland Branch Library. Friday, Jan. 20, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. ages 18 and up. read the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations.

Additionally, clubmembers are planting525daffodilbulbsinpublicspaces around Ashland thisfall as

This program will take place on Thursday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary of Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church, 201 Henry St. on the campus of Randolph-Macon College, Ashland. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not needed.

Hanover Quilting Circle at the ashland Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 11, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Grab a sewing machine, supplies and a current project. This group meets the second Wednesday of every month to share ideas, fabric, skills and stories. Beginners, experienced quilters and those curious about the hobby are all welcome to drop in.

The Parsons’Cause Foundation seeking donations for summer 2023 programs

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Monthly Trivia Night will continue on the third Thursday, Jan. 19, at 6 p.m. at a location to be determined by the weather. Watch the museum’s Facebook page or visit the website (ashlandmuseum. org) for a final notice. MC Woody and DJ Brent are busy working on questions to test your knowledge.

Aftera two-yearhiatusdue to theCOVID-19pandemic,the Parsons’ Cause Foundation was pleased to presentshowsduring thesummerof2022. In all,741 peopleattendedashowthispast summer.

Email the museum at ashlandmuseum@comcast.net or call 804368-7314 with any questions about either of these events.

Thefoundationisnow settingtheirsightson br inging a superb lineupofperformers to the Historic Hanover Courthousein thesummerof2023. To doso,they

solo Travel at the ashland Branch Library. saturday, Jan. 21, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This program will explore planning, preparing and going on a trip by oneself with an emphasis on safety for women with insights from someone who’s been there.

a cheer y springtime gift to the town for years to come. Areas planted to date include

uncovering the History of the Hickory Hill slave and african-american Cemetery at the ashland Branch Library. Tuesday, Jan. 31, 7 to 8 p.m. Join the library to welcome Jean Folly, chairperson of the Hickory Hill slave and african-american Cemetery Organization, and listen and glean words of wisdom from hearing personal encounters of the discovery of african-american cemeteries and the historical journeys of recognizing and preserving them.

Family storytime at the Montpelier Branch Library. Thursdays, Jan. 12, 19 and 26, 4 to 4:30 p.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and more. Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

reading Olympics review at the Montpelier Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 6 to 7 p.m. Grades 4 and 5 for participants in Hanover County Public schools reading Olympics. Prepare for your upcoming competition by reading and discussing the story “Inkey’s amazing escape” by sy Montgomery.

the Ashland TrainStation, AshlandLibrar y, Hanover Arts & ActivitiesCenter, the

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library

Ashland Police Station, Henry Clay Elementary Schooland the town parks.

Upcoming programs atAshland branch library

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are requestingassistancefromthe communityandaskthat residents considerthefoundationfortheir endofthe year charitable contributions.

Must Love Words at the ashland Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 11, 7 to 8:30 p.m. ages 18 and up. Join the group for constructive feedback and discussion about the craft of writing this month. due to group resources, email and word processing are used to communicate outside of meetings. access to email and familiarity with word processing is preferred.

Taxdeductibledonationscanbe sent to thefoundationatthefollowingaddress:The Parsons'Cause Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 364, Mechanicsville, VA 23111-0364.

reading Olympics Bingo at the ashland Branch Library. Thursday, Jan. 12, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Practice your knowledge of “Jd and the Great Barber Battle” with a fun game of Bingo. This program is for participants in Hanover County Public

The Parsons’Cause Foundation BoardofDirectorsthanksthe communit y fortheirsuppor t and considerationand wishesalla Merr y Christmasandaprosperous 2023.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./ Ashland Branch

Library

Catch the Beat at the ashland Branch Library. Monday, Jan. 23, 3:30 to 5 p.m. For grades K-5. Meet a real drummer, make your own drum and learn some basic beats. registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/9682778.

reading Olympians Game night at the ashland Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 25, 5 to 6 p.m. reading Olympian Teens, come on down to create your own board game. This fun activity will help students prepare for their reading competition. snacks will be provided.

From the Heart stitchers at the ashland Branch Library. Thursday, Jan. 26, noon to 4 p.m. From the Heart stitchers began in 2001 making chemo hats for the Massey

A Royal Stor ytime at the AshlandBranch Library. Thursday, Dec 8,6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Calling all Princess and Princesses fora Royal Storyime Dressin your best royal outfit and join the library for stories and crafts befitting your highnesses. Register fora reminder athttps:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/. Mad aboutMahjong! at the AshlandBranch Library. Fridays, Dec. 9,10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Looking for experienced players to play with? Join other Mahjong enthusiastsin

playing the culturaltilegame at the Ashland Library.

Call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive for more information.

Call 804-749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Family storytime at the Hanover Branch Library. Fridays, Jan. 13, 20 and 27, 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and more. Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Santa’s Workshop Family Escape Room at the Ashland Branch Library. Saturday, Dec 10, 11a.m. to noon,1 to 2p.m., 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Jack Frostistrying to ruin the holidays by hiding Santa’s magic sleigh key. Can yourfamily figure out the clues to find the key and save the holidays?Register fora time slot athttps://pamunkeylibrary. libcal.com/.

Hanover Book Club at the Hanover Branch Library. Tuesday, Jan. 17, noon to 1 p.m. Join the group at the library or via Zoom to enjoy a good book and discuss it among peers. registration is required for the Zoom portion at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/9974050. The meeting link will be sent to the email registered a day before the event occurs. If you don’t

3 Rivers Livestock Club at the AshlandBranch Library. Tuesday, Dec. 13,6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ages5-18. Would you like to participate in

planning community service events and hone yourexpressive arts skills? At the library’s meetings,learn how toget involved incommunity and public affairs,how to be a good role model,how to give backtoyour community, and how to use time management skills to enjoy every part of life.

Family storytime at the Cochrane rockville Branch Library. Fridays, Jan. 13, 20 and 27, 10:30 to 11 a.m. enjoy a fun time with books, singing, rhymes and more. Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Crafternoon: Crochet at the Cochrane rockville Branch Library. saturday, Jan. 14, 3 to 4 p.m. ages 8-12. explore different crafts and techniques with the library. This program is great for beginner and veteran crafters alike. Bring home a finished project and check out a craft book or two. This program will focus on crocheting.

Sew Ready to Learn at the Ashland Branch Library. Wednesday, Dec 14, 5 to 8 p.m. Join the Hanover SewingGrouptoworkon various projects as a seasoned quilter talks about various quilting methods, ways to runa guild and combining quilting with other hobbies.

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Atlee hosts fourth annual Tommy Legge Memorial

Patrick Henr y rumblespastMechanicsville inhigh-scoring64th

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

The Atlee Raiders hosted 12 schools in their home gym for two days of wrestling action in the fourth annual Tommy Legge Memorial wrestling tournament on Jan. 6-7.

By AdamCheek for Richmond Times-Dispatch

While McLean left the tournament the victor with 447 points, the hosting Atlee Raiders were close behind in second place with a commendable 411.5 points and three first place winners. Varina rounded out the top-3 with 365.5 points.

Arowdy Me ch anics vi crowd ontheopposit sideofthefield,plus anabnormallywar November eveningat Patrick He High School, didn’t stopthe Patr from rolling over the Mustangs 48-27athome to close outth regular season.

Kozubal (24-2) continued his impressive season with two pins in the opening rounds before cruising to a 15-0 tech fall victory in the quarterfinals. From there, a 13-2 major decision win over Godwin’s Colin Mayhew set up a meeting against Louisa’s Kasey Casazza in the final, who he made quick work of with an 11-4 win.

The64theditionofthe Tomat Bowlwas wagedmostly onthe ground. PH, 6-4headinginto next week’s Region 4B playoffs, record 366 rushing yards,20 more than Mechanicsvillehad passingand rushing combined

Local schools like the Mechanicsville Mustangs and Patrick Henry Patriots were also in attendance at Atlee, with the Mustangs finishing in fifth place with 342.5 points and the Patriots finishing in ninth place with 303 points.

Elaal’s bid for an undefeated season is also still alive and well after the tournament, with the wrestler that has 25 wins and zero losses to his name winning all four of his contests with pins. Three of those came in the first period, including a championship win in 1:57 over McLean’s John Drury.

“I always like to run the ball, kind of see where we’re at,” Patr Henr y coach Ken Wakefieldsaid. “We know thatthey’ve gotsome guysthatgottaplay bothsidesofthe ball,so you kindofleanonthem a littlebit.”

Like the Raiders, the Mustangs had three wrestlers win their weight classes, while the Patriots had four of their own record four third place finishes to cap off the weekend.

Patrick Henry’s top performers of the day were 106-pound Ryan O’Keefe, 132-pound Elias Sotos, 138-pound Jack Christ and 215-pound Jason Cooper, all of whom claimed third place finishes for the Patriots.

At the forefront of Atlee’s productive weekend were wins from Eric Ludwig in the 113-pound class, Graham Bosher in the 132-pound class and Brayton Crews in the 138-pound division.

Onseniornight,itwasappropriatelytheseniorsthatshonethe brightest:both Gracyn Rossand Shamar Williams recordedtwo touchdowns apiece.

Conrad Pernsteiner (120 pounds), Tyler Bosher (144 pounds) and Tristan Torres (157 pounds) also gave the Raiders third place finishes.

match. Ludwig won in a 4-0 decision over his McLean opponent opposite him, earning the advantage with a three-point second period where he recorded a takedown and an escape to earn a scoring edge he wouldn’t relinquish.

Rossandjuniorquar terback Grayson Johnson were explosive early, bothhittingthe100-yard rushingmark by theendofthefirst half— Rossat100and Johnson at103.

to the championship round. Once there, he took care of business with a pin in 2:36 over McLean’s Justin Daly.

of Lousia County, Crews had two near falls and two takedowns to win his bracket with a 10-3 decision victory.

O’Keefe won his first two matches with first period pins, and in the third place match against Deep Run’s Ajay Pai, a convincing 16-1 tech fall win ended his day on a high note.

Ludwig (15-7) had a dominant performance in his five bouts, winning four of them through pins before battling in a tight, low-scoring contest against McLean’s Billy Arslan in the championship

Graham Bosher won his first three matchups through pins, including a lightning fast victory 27 seconds into the first period against North Stafford’s Wesley Wilson in the quarterfinals, but he had to edge out Varina’s Jeremiah Adkins in the semifinals in a 5-2 decision in order to get

Aftera three-and-outfrom Mechanicsville to start the game, Patrick Henry got going immediately with a rushing touchdown from Johnson,whose76-yard rumbleput the Patriotsontheboard with8:28 to play intheopeningquarter.

Caeden Waltershit Aaron Maxie

for a 65-yard Mechanicsvillescore, but the Patriots respondedless than a minute later with a 71-yard Ross touchdown run.

Both teamsputup 14inthe openingquar ter, Mechanicsville eveningthings up with a 2-yard Colby Messe touchdown run.

Crews left the tournament with a 22-3 record after winning all six of his matchups, two of which were from pins while three came down to close decisions. In the semifinals against Patrick Henry’s Jack Christ, the two wrestlers gave the fans one of the most even matchups of the tournament in a 5-4 decision that went in Crews’ favor thanks to a late third period reversal that gave him the edge. In the final against Robert Tovornik

PH took control inthesecond

quarter on a pairoflongpass touchdowns,one a 47-yard bombfrom theirotherquar terback, Jayden Brown, to Cole Sylvia,andthe other from Johnson to Williams.

Eventhen,the Patriots’ groundand-pound offense ruled,and PH led28-14atthehalfwhilethepassing game putup just63 yards.

Over on the Mechanicsville side, first place finishes from Kevin Bagby in the 150-pound class, Drew Kozubal in the 157-pound class and Joe Elaal in the 215-pound class were the biggest highlights of the day for the Mustangs. Second place finishes from Ramsay Cribb (120 pounds) and Ryan Magill (144 pounds) and a third place finish from Chris Drozdowicz (165 pounds) also added to a strong day

Oncethe secondhalf began, PH put together a series thatshaved nearly 5 minutesofftheclock,featuring a fourth-down conversion that eventuallyled to a Greg Foster Jr touchdown

Despite anothe r meticulous Mechanicsvillescoringdrive that tickedoff more than 7 minutes

for the Mustangs. After an injury default victory and a thrilling 5-3 decision in the first two rounds, Bagby was dominant in the final four matches to claim the 150-pound crown, winning back-to-back major decisions to set up a meeting against McLean’s Baatarkhuu Chandmani in the championship. Bagby jumped out to a 3-0 lead at the end of the first period with a three-point near fall and a takedown and earned three more points in the third period to win the final in an 8-4 decision.

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and a successfulonsidekick, Patrick Henry’s defenseheldfast to force a punt.

All four of Sotos’ wins came from pins as well, including a third place win over Varina’s Jeremiah Adkins. In Christ’s third place showdown against Colonial Heights’ Bayron Hernandez, he continued that trend with a win by fall in 4:21. Not to be outdone, all three of Cooper’s wins were also through pins, with his last coming against Thomas Dale’s Cole Leinberger in 4:21 to take third place.

After hisearlier visit to theend zone, Rosswassitting at 19 touchdowns ontheseason. Johnson aired itout to Rossfor a passing touchdown andthe20-score milestone, making thelead 41-21

PatrickHenry playersmaketheirway tothelocker roomduring a highschoolfootball game on Sept.1.

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atlee’s reece Legget slams Mills e. Godwin’s eamon Forrest in the first round of the Tommy Legge Memorial hosted at atlee High school on Jan. 6-7.

Obituaries

PATTERSON, Patricia “Pat” Wilson, was born in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1929. she went to be with her Lord and savior on Monday, november 21, 2022, at the age of 93. Pat was the daughter of the late George C. and Marjorie McGarey Wilson. she is survived by four of her six children, Patricia P. Leighty and her husband, david, of Mechanicsville, Va., John W. Patterson Jr. of newport news, Va., Leighanne P. Parrish of Waco, Texas and scott Wilson Patterson and his wife, suzanne, of Waco, Texas. she is also survived by six grandchildren, andrew J. Parrish (wife, Kate), Kelcy ann Parrish (husband,

HanoverEvangelicalFriends 6420MechTrnpk.804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship:Sun.10:30AM SundaySchool@9:15AM

FairmountChristianChurch, 559-8070

6502CreightonRd. SundayAMWorshipTraditional 8:00&10:15,Contemporary9:00, Modern11:15,BibleSchoolat 9:00,10:15,&11:15.

RickRaines,SeniorMinister; ChrisSantasiere,AssociateMinister;SethWortman,Associate Minister;TracyThomas,Worship &MusicMinister;BillNicol,AssociateWorshipMinister;Davis Ellenberger,YouthMinister; AshleySears,Children’sDirector fairmountcc.org

GethsemaneChurchofChrist 5146MechanicsvilleTurnpike SundayAMWorshipServices (Checkwebsitefortimes) 804-779-2044 BillWines,SeniorMinister www.gethsemanechristians.org

TruthBaptistChurch,627-2170

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Lee), John W. Patterson III (wife, Jen), Pearl Patterson (husband, Bruce), Brandon s. Patterson (wife, samantha) and Garrett s. Patterson (wife, Lauren). Pat was blessed with five great-grandchildren, Jared, Jace, Jordan, Wyatt and Lucie. also surviving are two nieces, sherrie Howey and Terrilou Branson of Colorado. Mrs. Patterson was preceded in death by her husband, the late reverend dr. John “Jack” Patterson; and two daughters, Michelle “Micki” McKay Patterson and Heather Jill Macdonald Patterson. a memorial service will be held for Pat at 3 p.m. on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, 2300 dumbarton rd, richmond, Va. 23228. In lieu of flowers, donations to the following ministries in her honor would be appreciated: International Mission Board, Cool spring Baptist Church Mission ministry, Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church Mission ministry, Mcshin Foundation.

POWELL, Doris Leona Porter, 95, of Mechanicsville, formerly of Glen Lea, passed away on January 3, 2023. she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, ar thur T. “a T.” Powell Jr.; sisters, ruth Zinn and eva Mae Porter; son in-law, rex anders; grandson, Timmy anders; and great-grandson, Buckshot. doris is survived by her children, Linda anders (Woody), roy Price (Theresa), danny Price (Cindy) and Guy

Powell (sandy); grandchildren, renee, Melissa, Hope (Barry), Joey, Jay (Katy), Heather, Katerina (Trey), daniel, Kelly (Jen), amanda (erik), Wayne Jr. “PeeWee” (Teresa); 15 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Marie Gregg; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. a dedicated homemaker, she loved taking care of her family. doris was very outspoken, and enjoyed conversations with friends over coffee. The family received friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on sunday, January 8, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-davis rd., where services were held 10 a.m. on Monday, January 9, 2023. Interment followed in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

MECHANICSVILLECHURCHES

StPaulLutheranChurch(LCMS) 427-7500 ∂ 8100ShadyGroveRd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev.RodneyBitely,Pastor;Sun. Sch.9:15am,Worship10:30am

HOPECOMMUNITYCHURCH

HomeofAtleeChristianAcademy&HopeNowCounseling. info&more:www.hopenow.cc

FairfieldPresbyterianChurch 6930ColdHarborRd.,23111 8:45&11:00amservices www.fairfieldpcusa.org

BroadusMemorialBaptist

804-779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org 1Churchin2Locations

WorshippingonSundays! In-person&onFacebook!

5351PoleGreenRd. Mechanicsville,23116 PhilPeacock,Pastor SundaySchool9a.m. Worship10a.m.

3407KingWilliamRd. Aylett,23009 JeffPoythress,Pastor Worship9:30a.m. SundaySchool10:30a.m.

Makingeachoneawitness!

GraceUnitedFamilyChurch "WhereGraceUnitesUs" 7252BeulahChurchRoad (HistoricBeulahChurch) Mechanicsville,23111 Sundays,10:30AM& Wed.Dinner,Study,Prayer: 6:00-8:00p.m. Forinfo,call335-6728

"LoveGod,Learn theBible,CareforPeople"

GlennHawkins,Pastor

MechanicsvilleBaptistChurch 8016AtleeRd. Office:804.746.7253

ShalomBaptistChurch 8116WalnutGroveRd. Office:746.7737

Worshipinperson andLiveStreamedonYouTube &Facebook onSundaysat8:30&11:00a.m WednesdayNightSuppersat 5:30p.m. andBibleStudyat6:15p.m. Findusonthewebat shalombaptist.net

WalnutGroveBaptistisaChurch committedtofollowingJesus& lovingpeople.Youcanfindusat wgva.church7046ColdHarborrd

ShadyGroveUnitedMethodist 8209ShadyGroveRd. atthecornerofMeadowbridge Rd.,Mechanicsville,804-746-9073 shadygroveumc.org

In-personWorshipSundaysat 8:15,9:45,&11:15a.m., Onlineat9:45a.m. Programsforallages. Rev.WayneSnead,Pastor info@shadygroveumc.org

ChurchoftheRedeemer 8275MeadowbridgeRoad 746-4911 www.churchredeemer.org

MeadowbridgeSeventh-Day AdventistChurch 7400AntiqueLaneMech., SaturdayServices: SabbathSchool,9:45am. WorshipService,11am. WednesdayeveningPrayer Meeting,6:30pm. Churchphone:746-2788 meadowbridgesda.org meadowbridgesdachurch@gmai l.com

BlackCreekBaptistChurch, 6289McClellanRoad SundaySchool-9:00a.m. SundayWorship-10:15a.m. AdultBibleStudy&YouthGroup Wed.nightsat6:00p.m. Pastor,StephenKendrick www.blackcreek.org orcall(804)781-0330

CoolSpringBaptistChurch 9283AtleeStationRd. Forinfo,activities&worship timesvisit www.coolspring.org orcall746-0800

FellowshipCommunityChurchof Mechanicsville After10yearsatHanoverHigh Schoolwehavepurchasedour ownbuilding.Wecontinueto teachtheWordofGodand watchforthemiraculous. JoinusSundaymornings9:45am at8505BellCreekRoad,SuiteK. www.fellowshipcc.com

Worshipinperson andLiveStreamedonYouTube &Facebook onSundaysat8:30&11:00a.m. SundaySchool9:45a.m. Findusonthewebat mechanicsvillebaptist.org

NewBethesdaBaptistChurch 9019NewBethesdaRd.779-2101 CalebBittler,Minister SundaySchool9:30AM, Worship10:45AM BibleStudy/Prayer Youth&Childrenactivities 6:30pm,Wednesday www.newbethesda.org

NewHighlandBaptistChurch 550-9601,9200NewAshcakeRd newhighland.org,9:15AMBible Study,10:30AMWorshipInPerson&online.Rev.LarryFrakes

LebanonUnitedMethodist Church 8492PeaksRoad,746-0980

SarahSealand,Pastor WorshipInPersonandon FacebookLive: 10:00ameachSunday www.facebook.com/LebUMC 9:00amSundaySchool Formoreinfo,checkusoutat www.lebanonumc.org

MechanicsvilleUnitedMethodist

Church 7356AtleeRoad746-5118 ReverendAmyDunn,pastor 10aminpersonworshipor Facebooklive@MechUMC ChildrensandYouthPrograms CubScoutsPack517 www.mechumc.org

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Patricia “Pat” Wilson Patterson

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Raiders hold off late rally against Hawks

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

Coming off consecutive losses and a home matchup against the Hanover Hawks (6-5) looming, the Atlee Raiders boys basketball team (7-5) built up a double-digit advantage and held off a furious fourth quarter comeback to take a 51-46 win.

The Jan. 5 matchup had an electric atmosphere surrounding the players on the floor, with the two opposing student sections having their own backand-forth battle while the game entered crunch time. Ultimately, the Raiders fans were the ones to leave with the excitement of a victory on their home floor.

The Raiders were led by a 12-point outing from senior forward Mikey Carr, who added six points in the fourth quarter alone and an 11-point night from junior guard Jason Turpin.

Guard Mikey Shields also added nine points for the Raiders, but was a driving force behind the team’s ball movement as well. The sophomore floor general was a constant thorn in Hanover’s side, making a habit of carving up the defense with a quick first step that got him into the paint combined with the awareness to find late cutters to the rim or open shooters out on the perimeter.

From the opening tip, the game was played at a breakneck pace, with both teams trading baskets early.

Shields was an immediate focal point behind Atlee’s success, getting into a quick rhythm with two layups and two assists, one of which saw him escape a half court double team and laser in a pass to Turpin for an easy

two points.

Up 15-12 entering the second quarter, the Raiders shook off an early two-minute slump and saw Shields make another highlight reel dime, this time slashing to the basket from the left corner and laying off a pass to sophomore Reed Taylor, who finished through contact for a three-point play.

The Raiders entered the second half up by 12 points, and their offense was again quick to strike after a catchand-shoot triple from sophomore Knox Axselle helped maintain the early doubledigit lead.

Leading 34-21 with 4:15 left in the third quarter, the

Hawks’ comeback bid started when they opted for a half court trap that disrupted the Raiders’ offensive flow. The defensive changeup forced multiple turnovers and created fast break opportunities that led to a 3-point make for Hawks guard Will Hopkins Jr., a Beau Sahnow fast break layup and a fall away jumper from Max Williams through contact that cut the Raiders lead down to 36-32 entering the fourth quarter.

That 11-2 Hawks run in the final four minutes of the third created a riveting fourth quarter that was kickstarted by a corner three from Hopkins that made it a two-point game. Then, two

big assists from Shields including a no-look bounce pass to Carr for a layup brought the lead back up to six for the Raiders with five

minutes left on the clock.

With the Raiders aiming to milk the clock with every offensive possession, the Hawks decided to hold off on fouling and instead continue their trap defense.

The move paid off, and the Hawks kept hope alive when a turnover led to a 3-pointer from sophomore Tyler Latham that cut the deficit back down to three with just over 90 seconds remaining.

Latham had a chance to tie the game up with another 3-point attempt, but it didn’t fall, and the Hawks had to resort to fouling to get possession back. With the Raiders in the bonus and shooting the one-andone, Carr, who missed his previous two free throws, quickly redeemed himself and knocked down two attempts to give his team a

48-43 advantage with 53 seconds left.

Senior Garrett Bralley added another point from the free throw line after getting a steal caused by an inbounds tip from Taylor, but the Hawks once again managed to keep a glimmer of hope alive when Sahnow cut the lead in half with another 3-pointer with 20 seconds remaining.

Free throws again proved to be the difference for the Raiders, who closed out the game with makes from Axselle and Turpin to pull away with a hard-fought win.

Up next for the Raiders is a road matchup against the Patrick Henry Patriots (1-6) on Jan. 13. The Hawks will look to get back in the win column when they travel to take on the Glen Allen Jaguars on Jan. 11.

PHOTOS BY JOEL KLEIN

atlee’s Garrett Bralley grabs a defensive rebound away from Hanover’s James Pierce on Jan. 5.

Hanover senior guard Beau sahnow lays up as atlee’s reed Taylor gives chase.

Obituaries

STUMBAUGH, James Alan, October 11, 1955 to december 16, 2022.

James alan stumbaugh was ushered into heaven Friday, december 16, 2022, at home in richmond, Va., surrounded by his immediate family.

Jim was born in st Louis, Mo., on October 11, 1955. He is survived by his wife, Jean Marie stumbaugh; daughter,

Kate and alistair stewart; son, Ken and eleanor anne stumbaugh; granddaughter, elizabeth Jean stumbaugh; four siblings and other extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Gloria stumbaugh. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Kenny’s Closet at donate.mwhc. com; enter Kenny’s Closet in the designation box or choose from the dropdown. a Celebration of Life will be held at Orchard House school, 500 north allen avenue, richmond, Va. 23220, on sunday, January 22, 2023. The family will receive friends at 3 p.m. with the service at 4 p.m. Online condolences at www.woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.

TRAYLOR, Cassie Elizabeth

“Beth” Hayes, 59, of Chesterfield, departed this life on Friday, december 30, 2022. she was preceded in death by her father, James Lee Hayes sr.; brothers, Lee Hayes Jr. and Barry Hayes. she is survived by her husband, randy Lee Traylor sr.; son, Lee Traylor Jr.; daughter, Iris elizabeth Traylor; mother, Josephine Hayes; sister, Marga-

ret Hayes; and niece, rachel shrewsbury. Beth was a wonderful, loving wife, mother, sister, and daughter. she loved life with a passion and will be greatly missed. Her love of family and friends knew no bounds. she enjoyed spending time at their river house, reading, cooking, shopping, and having a good laugh. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy, where a memorial service was held at 10 a.m., Friday, January 6, 2023, with interment following at signal Hill Memorial Park.

James Alan Stumbaugh

Cassie Elizabeth “Beth Hayes Traylor

NOTICEOFPUBLICAUCTION

SPECIALCOMMISSIONER’SSALEOFREALESTATE HANOVERCOUNTY,VIRGINIA

PursuanttothetermsofthosecertainDecreesofSaleenteredintheCircuitCourtofHanoverCounty,theundersignedSpecialCommissionerwillofferforsaleat asimulcast(withonlineandinpersonbidding)publicauctionthe followingdescribed realestateat 7516CountyComplexRoad,Hanover,Virginia23069intheHanoverCountyAdministrationBuildingBoardRoom, on Monday,January30,2023 at 11:00am. Intheinstanceofinclement weather,theauctionmaybeconductedonlineonly.Insuchcase,theauctionwillbegintheclosingprocessat 11:00am.

Thesaleofsuchpropertyissubjecttothetermsandconditionsbelow,andanytermorconditionswhichmaybesubsequentlypostedorannouncedbyForSaleAtAuction,Inc.(“Auctioneer”)and TaxingAuthorityConsultingServices, PC(“TACS”).Subsequentannouncementsmadeonthedayoftheauctiontakeprecedenceoveranypriorwrittenorverbaltermsofsale.

Property Owner(s) TaxMap No. TACS No.

1LucileShaffer 8707-20-4247 690326 10010CoolSpringRd +/-1.04acres Unimprovedparcel

Property Description

2Sylvia JSheltonEstate 7788-35-0886 300751 10364ShellieLeeDr +/-0.611acre Dwellingassessedwithparcel

3Kathleen FSmith 8704-37-4907 766249 8332ElwinDr +/-0.574acre Unimprovedparcel;dwellingassessedwithparcelwasdemolished

4DeborahSueStanley 7835-31-8978 766246 18155 TemanRd +/-25.068acres Dwellingassessedwithparcel

5VirginiaInvestmentAssociates,Inc 7797-66-4765 493789

6aVirginiaInvestmentAssociates,Inc 7797-66-4950 493789

6bVirginiaInvestmentAssociates,Inc 7797-67-3197 493789

Near Topotomoy Trail;Adjoins7797-66-4950 +/-1.66acres Unimprovedparcel

Near Topotomoy Trail;Soldtogetherwith7797-67-3197 +/-1.7acres Unimprovedparcel

Near Topotomoy Trail;Soldtogetherwith7797-66-4950 +/-0.355acre Unimprovedparcel

AllsalesaresubjecttoconfirmationbytheCircuitCourt.TheSpecialCommissionerhastherightto rejectanybidsdeterminedtobeunreasonablein relationtotheestimatedvalueoftheProperty. Anyunsoldpropertywillbeofferedforsaleagainatthenextauction,wheneverthatmaybe.

GENERALTERMSOFSALE:

PropertiesareconveyedbySpecial WarrantyDeed,subjecttoanyeasements,covenants,agreements, restrictions, reservations,andanyandallrightsof recordwhichmayaffecttheproperty.Propertiesareofferedforsaleas-is, where-is,andif-is,withallfaultsandwithoutanywarranty,eitherexpressedorimplied.Personsareencouragedtomake avisualinspectionofthepropertywithinthelimitsofthelawandtoobtainanindependenttitlesearch,attheir ownexpense,priortobiddingonanyofthepropertiestodeterminethesuitablenessofthepropertyfortheirpurposes.Itisnotguaranteedthatthepropertyhas aright-of-wayorthatitisnotlandlocked.Propertyissoldingrossand notbytheacre.ThereisnowarrantyastotheaccuracyofanyinformationcontainedintheGISsystem,noristheinformation containedtherein alegal representationofanyofthefeaturesofthepropertywhichitdepicts.

Thesaleofpropertytothehighestbidderisnotcontingentuponobtaining financing. Financing,ifneeded,isthesole responsibilityofthehighbidder.Bybidding,partiesareenteringinto alegallybindingcontract,waiveall rescissionrights,andunderstandthattheirbidisimmediatelybinding,irrevocable,andenforceable.Additionally,bybidding,partiesarerepresentingthattheyhave read,andagreetobeboundby,alltermsandconditionsforthissale. Failuretocompletethepropertypurchasewill resultinforfeitureofanyfundspaidandmaysubjectthehighestbiddertoadditionaldamages,whichmayincludeexpensesandanydeficitupon resale.

PAYMENTTERMS: Onthedayoftheauction,thehighestbiddershallmake adepositintheamountoftwenty-fivepercent(25%)orOneThousandDollars($1,000.00),whicheverishigher, alongwith a10%buyer’spremium,subject to aminimumof$150.00,addedtothe finalbid.BidswhicharelessthanOneThousandDollars($1,000.00)shallbepaidinfullatthetimeoftheauction.Depositsshallnotexceed TwentyThousandDollars($20,000)perparcel. SuchsumshallbeheldbytheSpecialCommissionerandcreditedtowardsthepurchasepricefollowingconfirmationofthesale.Subsequenttaxeswillbeproratedfromtheauctiondate,andthehighestbidderwillbe responsiblefor taxesfromthatdateforward.

Thebalanceofthepurchasepriceand recordingcostsfordeed recordationshallbedepositedbythehighestbidderwiththeSpecialCommissionerwithin fifteen(15)daysofconfirmationofthesalebytheCourt.

TermsapplicabletoIn-PersonBiddersONLY:Thedepositandbuyer’spremiumaredueonthedayoftheauction.Allpaymentsmustbemadeintheformofpersonalcheck,cashier’scheckormoneyorder. Nocashwillbeaccepted. TermsapplicabletoOnlineBiddersONLY:Allinterestedpartiesmust

Thehighestbidderwill receivetheirpurchasecontractandbalancedueviaemailfollowingthecloseoftheauction.Thecontractshallimmediatelybeexecutedand returnedto TACS. Thedepositandbuyer’spremiummustbe receivedinfullwithinseven(7)daysfollowingtheauctionclosing(nolaterthanFebruary6,2023).Allpaymentsmustbemadeintheformofcertifiedfunds,cashier’scheck,moneyorderorwiretransfer.Cashandpersonal checks willnot beaccepted.ChecksandmoneyordersshallbemadepayabletoHanoverCountyandforwardedto TACS,attheaddressshownbelow.Wiretransferinstructionswillbeprovidedtothehighestbidderupon request. To qualifyas apurchaseratthisauction,youmaynotowedelinquenttaxestoHanoverCountyandyoumaynotbe aDefendantinanypendingdelinquenttaxmatter.Questionsconcerningthe registrationandbiddingprocessshould bedirectedtotheAuctioneeronlineatForSaleAtAuction.biz,byemailtojerry@forsaleatauction.bizorbyphonetoJerryBertram,at(804)229-9271,ortheAuctioncompanyofficeat(540)899-1776.Questionsconcerningtheproperty subjecttosaleshouldbedirectedto TACSonlineatwww.taxva.com,byemailtotaxsales@taxva.com,byphoneto804-293-8608,orbywritingtotheaddressbelow.

Re:HanoverCountyJudicialSaleAuction TaxingAuthorityConsultingServices,PC P.O.Box31800 Henrico,Virginia23294-1800

CLASSIFIEDS

NOTICEOFDELINQUENT TAXES AND SALE OF REAL PROPERTY HANOVER COUNTY,VIRGINIA

PursuanttoVirginiaCode§58.1-3975,thefollowing realpropertywillbeauctionedforsaleto thehighestbidderat asimulcast(withonlineandinpersonbidding)publicauctiontobeheldat 7516CountyComplexRoad,Hanover,Virginia23069intheHanoverCountyAdministration BuildingBoardRoom, on Monday,January30,2023 at 11:00am.Intheinstanceofinclement weather,theauctionmaybeconductedonlineonly.Insuchcase,theauctionwillbegintheclosing processat11:00am.

Thesaleofsuchpropertyissubjecttothetermsandconditionsbelow,andanytermsorconditions whichmaybepostedorannouncedForSaleAtAuction,Inc.(“Auctioneer”)and TaxingAuthority ConsultingServices,PC(“TACS”).Subsequentannouncementstakeprecedenceoveranyprior writtenorverbaltermsofsale.

PropertyOwner(s)

TaxMapNo. TACSNo.PropertyDescription

N1

N2

VirginiaInvestment Associates,Inc 7797-57-7848773982

REMOVEDREMOVED

VirginiaInvestment Associates,Inc 7788-36-0015773982

N3 VirginiaInvestment Associates,Inc 7788-16-3630773982

OffMonocan Way +/-0.416acre Unimprovedparcel

OffLewistownRd +/-0.72acre

Unimprovedparcel

OffWashingtonHwy +/-0.63acre Unimprovedparcel

GENERALTERMSOFSALE: The Treasurerhastherightto rejectanybidsdeterminedtobe unreasonablein relationtoestimatedvalueoftheProperty.Anyunsoldpropertywillbeofferedfor saleagainatthenextauction,wheneverthatmaybe. PropertiesareconveyedbySpecial WarrantyDeed,subjecttoanyeasements,covenants,agreements, restrictions, reservations,andanyandallrightsof recordwhichmayaffecttheproperty.Properties areofferedforsaleas-is,where-is,andif-is,withallfaultsandwithoutanywarranty,eitherexpressed orimplied.Personsareencouragedtomake avisualinspectionofthepropertywithinthelimitsof thelawandtoobtainanindependenttitlesearch,attheirownexpense,priortobiddingonanyof thepropertiestodeterminethesuitablenessofthepropertyfortheirpurposes.Itisnotguaranteed thatthepropertyhas aright-of-wayorthatitisnotlandlocked.Propertyissoldingrossandnotby theacre.ThereisnowarrantyastotheaccuracyoftheGISsystem,noristheinformationcontained therein alegal representationofanyofthefeaturesofthepropertywhichitdepicts.

Thesaleofpropertytothehighestbidderisnotcontingentuponobtaining financing. Financing, ifneeded,isthesole responsibilityofthehighbidder.Bybidding,partiesareenteringinto alegally bindingcontract,waiveall rescissionrights,andunderstandthattheirbidisimmediatelybinding, irrevocable,andenforceable.Additionally,bybidding,partiesarerepresentingthattheyhave read, andagreetobeboundby,alltermsandconditionsforthissale.Failuretocompletetheproperty purchasewill resultinforfeitureofanyfundspaidandmaysubjectthehighestbiddertoadditional damages,whichmayincludeexpensesandanydeficitupon resale.

PAYMENTTERMS: Thehighestbiddershallpaythehighbidinfull,alongwiththebuyer’spremium anddeed recordingcosts,followingthecloseoftheauction. Therewillbe a10%buyer’spremium, subjectto aminimumof$150.00,addedtothewinningbid.

TermsapplicabletoIn-PersonBiddersONLY:Thehighestbiddershallmakepaymentinfullon thedayoftheauction.Allpaymentsmustbemadeintheformofpersonalcheck,traveler’scheck, cashier’scheck,ormoneyorder. Nocashwillbeaccepted.

TermsapplicabletoOnlineBiddersONLY:Allinterestedpartiesmust registerandbeapprovedby theAuctioneer.RegistrationandbiddingarefreeofchargeandaredonethroughtheAuctioneer’s website ForSaleAtAuction.biz.Ifanyinterestedbiddersareunabletoattendforin-personbidding andwishtobidonproperty,butdonothaveaccesstotheinternet,pleasecontactForSaleAt Auction,Inc.,at(540)899-1776forassistance.

Thehighestbidderwill receivetheirpurchasecontractandbalancedueviaemailfollowingtheclose oftheauction.Thecontractshallimmediatelybeexecutedand returnedto TACS. Thefullbalance duemustbe receivedwithinseven(7)daysfollowingtheauctionclosing(nolaterthanFebruary 6,2023).Allpaymentsmustbemadeintheformofcertifiedfunds,cashier’scheck,moneyorderor wiretransfer.Cashandpersonalchecks willnot beaccepted.Checksandmoneyordersshallbe madepayabletoHanoverCountyandforwardedto TACS,attheaddressshownbelow.Wiretransfer instructionswillbeprovidedtothehighestbidderupon request.

To qualifyas apurchaseratthisauctionyoumaynotowedelinquenttaxestoHanoverCounty. Questionsconcerningthe registrationandbiddingprocessshouldbedirectedtotheAuctioneer onlineatforsaleatauction.biz,byemailtojerry@forsaleatauction.biz orbyphonetoJerryBertram, at(804)229-9271,ortheAuctioncompanyofficeat(540)899-1776.Questionsconcerning thepropertysubjecttosaleshouldbedirectedto TACSonlineatwww.taxva.com,byemailto rcranmer@taxva.com,byphoneto804-293-8608,orbywritingtotheaddressbelow.

Re:HanoverCountyNon-JudicialSaleAuction

TaxingAuthorityConsultingServices,PC

P.O.Box31800

Henrico,Virginia23294-1800

PUBLICNOTICE

Noticeisherebygiventha ttheHanoverCountyPlanningCommissionhas set Thursday,Januar y19,2023,at6:00 P.M., intheBoardRoomofthe HanoverCountyGovernmentBuilding at HanoverCourthouse,Hanover, Virginia,astheday,date,time,andplacefor apublichearingtoconsiderthe followingcases, at whichpubliccommentswillbeaccepted:

REZ2022-00023,CHRISTIH.ANDEDWIN DAVIDADAMS

Request(s)torezonefromA-1,AgriculturalDistrict,toAR-6(c),Agricultural ResidentialDistrictwithconditions,onGPIN8733-64-9815(part),consisting of approximately10.98acres,andlocatedontheeastlineofColdHarbor Road(StateRoute156) approximately0.25milessouthofitsintersection withMcGheeHouseRoad(privateroad).Thesubjectpropertyisdesignated ontheGeneralLandUsePlanMapasAgricultural.Theproposedzoning amendmentwouldpermitthecreationofoneadditionalbuildinglotfora familymemberfor agrossdensityofone(1)dwellingunitper5.49acres. (PUBLICHEARING) MagisterialDistrict:ColdHarbor

REZ2022-00026,GRANDMAMITCHELL’SPLACE,L.L.C.

Request(s)anamendmenttotheconceptualplanandproffers approved withrezoningrequestREZ2020-00019,GrandmaMitchell’sPlace,L.L.C.,on GPINs7884-10-0166and7884-10-6499(part),consistingof approximately 13.5acres,zonedM-2(c),LightIndustrialDistrictwithconditions.The propertyislocatedonthesouthwestquadrantoftheintersectionof Verdon Road(StateRoute684)and WashingtonHighway(U.S.Route1).Thesubject propertyisdesignatedontheGeneralLandUsePlanMa pasIndustrial. (PUBLICHEARING) MagisterialDistrict:Beaverdam

REZ2022-00010,7147MECHANICSVILLETURNPIKE,L.L.C.,ETAL.

Request(s)anamendmenttotheconceptualplanandproffers approvedwith rezoningrequestC-11-17(c),MDCBrand yHill,L.L.C.,onGPIN8714-871189,consistingof approximately19.7acres,andlocatedonthesouthline ofBrand yRunDrive(StateRoute1070) approximately600feetsouthofits intersectionwithMechanicsville Turnpike(U.S.Route360).Thisamendment includes arequesttorezoneadditionalacreagefromB-1,Neighborhood BusinessDistrict,toRM(c),Multi-FamilyResidentialDistrictwithconditions, onGPIN8714-77-2332,consistingof approximately6.5acres.Thetotal acreageforthisrequestwouldincreaseto approximately26.19acres. ThesubjectpropertiesaredesignatedontheGeneralLandUsePlanMap asMulti-Family(8to15dwellingunitsperacre).Theproposedzoning amendmentwouldpermitthecreationof144 age-restricted apartments. Thetotalnumberofdwellingunitsforbothdevelopmentswillconsistof 351unitson26.2acresfor agrossdensityof13.4unitsperacre.(PUBLIC HEARING) MagisterialDistrict:Mechanicsville

CopiesoftheabovecasesmaybereviewedinthePlanningOffice,Monday through Friday,betweenthehoursof8:30a.m.and5:00p.m.pleasecontact thePlanningOfficeoryoumayalsogotohttps://www.hanovercounty. gov/696/Planning-Commission-Upcoming-and-Archiveformoreinformation.

CLASSIFIEDS

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HANOVER COUNTY

2022 PersonalProperty TaxNotice Due February6,2023

Noticeisherewithgiventhatall2022HanoverCountypersonalproperty taxesare dueandpayableonorbefore February6,2023. Anyone owningpersonalpropertythathasnot received abillmay go online to:https://taxes.hanovercounty.gov/ to pay, reviewand/orprinttheir bill(s),orcontacttheHanoverCountyTreasurer ’s Office at 804-365-6050or 804-730-6050.

Failuretoreceiveabilldoes not relieve the ownerofpenaltyandinterest if paymentisnot made by theduedate.Ifyouhave anyquestions concerning theitemslistedonyourtax bill,contacttheCommissionerofthe Revenue at 804-365-6129or804-730-6129.

M.Scott Miller,Treasurer HanoverCounty

PUBLICNOTICE

HanoverDASHSpecialized Transportationprogram, providestransportationservicestonon-driverolderadultsaswell asindividualswithdisabilitiesinHanoverCounty.Fundsarebeing requestedintheamountof$679,260.00fromtheCommonwealth ofVirginiathroughtheFederal TransitAdministrationSection5310 –EnhancedMobilityforSeniorsandIndividualswithDisabilities,to continuethistransportationservice.HanoverDASHcontractswith UZURVtoprovidespecializedtransportation,includingwheelchair vans,tothispopulationformedicalservices,personalbusiness, employmentandformalsocialand recreationalprograms. Enhancingself-sufficiency,reducingsocialisolationandincreasing citizenengagementthroughaccesstosocialand recreational opportunitieswillhelpensureamorevibrantandinclusivequality oflifeforcounty residentsandthecommunityatlarge.Hoursof operationareMondaythroughSaturdayfrom6:00amto6:00pm.

We inviteanyinterestedpartyintheHanoverCountyareato commentontheproposedservicesbysending awrittennoticeby February1,2023toJim Taylor,DeputyCountyAdministrator, HanoverCounty,P.OBox470,Hanover,VA23069.

JohnA.Budesky CountyAdministrator

PUBLICNOTICE

NoticeisherebygiventhattheHanoverCountyBoardofSupervisors hasset Wednesday,January25,2023at6:00 P.M., orassoon thereafterastheBoard’sconsiderationoftheadministrativeagenda permits,intheBoardRoomoftheHanoverCountyGovernment BuildingatHanoverCourthouse,Hanover,Virginia,astheday,date, time,andplacefor apublichearingtoconsiderthefollowingcases, atwhichpubliccommentswillbeaccepted:

SE2022-00025,TERESAANDEDWARD WATTS(DBA WATTS RV ANDBOATSTORAGE,L.L.C.),ETAL. Request(s) aSpecialExceptionPermitinaccordancewithSection 26-337oftheHanoverCountyZoningOrdinancetopermit areduction inthewidthofanindustrialbufferandSection26-338for amulti-use signthatistallerandlargerthanpermittedonGPINs7788-14-9733, 7788-25-4072,7788-35-0330,and7788-34-3970,consistingof approximately14.93acres,currentlyzonedM-3(c),HeavyIndustrial Districtwithconditions,andlocatedontheeastlineofOld Telegraph Road(StateRoute661)atitsintersectionwithMorseCodeDrive (private road).(PUBLICHEARING) MagisterialDistrict:SouthAnna

SE2022-00026,ALECIADIANEANDMATTHEWG.BAKER

Request(s) aSpecialExceptionPermitinaccordancewithSection 26-21.3oftheHanoverCountyZoningOrdinancetopermita commercialdogkennelonGPIN8745-90-3025,consistingof approximately11.32acres,zonedA-1,AgriculturalDistrict,and locatedonthesouthlineofCrownHillRoad(StateRoute632) approximately400feetwestofitsintersectionwithBeattiesMill Road(StateRoute634).(PUBLICHEARING) MagisterialDistrict: ColdHarbor

SE2022-00028,ESLMECHANICSVILLE,L.L.C. Request(s)anamendmentto aSpecialExceptionPermitin accordancewithSection3.6.2(d)ofthe repealedR-1,SingleFamilyResidentialDistrictprovisionsoftheHanoverCountyZoning Ordinance,topermitconvalescenthomes,nursinghomesor homesfortheaged,onGPINs7796-94-6872,7796-95-4087,and 7796-95-8003,consistingofapproximately8.34acres,zonedR-1, Single-FamilyResidentialDistrict,andlocatedonthesouthlineof AtleeRoad(StateRoute638)atitsintersectionwithHollycroftCourt (StateRoute2329).Thepurposeoftheamendmentistoamend thecondition relatedtoscreeningofHVACequipment.(PUBLIC HEARING) MagisterialDistrict:Chickahominy

Copiesoftheabovecasemaybe reviewedinthePlanningOffice, MondaythroughFriday,betweenthehoursof8:30a.m.and5:00p.m., pleasecontactthePlanningOfficeoryoumayalsogotohttps:// www.hanovercounty.gov/ 697/Board-of-Supervisors-Upcomingand-Archivformoreinformation.

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Noticeisherebygiventhat theHanoverCountySchool BoardhassetTuesday, January24,2023at 7:00PMintheSchoolBoard AdministrationBuilding, 200BerkleyStreet,Ashland, Virginia,asatimeand placeforaPublicHearing invitingcitizeninputonthe Superintendent’sFiscalYear 2023-2024ProposedBudget.

LEGALNOTICES

GEORGINAAPPIAH, Plaintiff, v.

CaseNo.CL22-003855-00

MAXIKWADWOAPPIAH, Defendant.

ORDEROFPUBLICATION

Theobjectoftheabove-styledsuitisforGeorginaAppiah,Plaintiff,toobtainadivorcefrom thebondofmatrimonyfromMaxiKwadwo Appiah,Defendant,onthegroundsthatPlaintiffandDefendanthavelivedseparateand apartwithoutcohabitationandwithoutinterruptionforoneyearpursuanttosection2091(A)(9)(a)oftheCodeofVirginia,1950,as amended.

ItappearinguntotheCourt,byaffidavitfiled accordingtolawbycounselforPlaintiff,AubreyH.BrownIII,Esquire,thatDefendantisa nonresidentindividual,otherthananonresidentindividualfiduciarywhohasappointeda statutoryagentunder§64.2-1426pursuantto section8.01-316(A)(1)(a)(iii)oftheCodeofVirginia,1950,asamended.

Itis,therefore,ORDEREDthattheDefendant, MaxiKwadwoAppiah,appearbeforetheCircuitCourtfortheCountyofHanover,Virginia onorbeforeFebruary15,2023at9am,anddo whatisnecessarytoprotecthisinterests.

ENTER:12/21/2022

PatriciaKelly, Judge

IASKFORTHIS:

AubreyH.BrownIII,Esq.(VSB#80175)

PARKER,POLLARD,WILTON&PEADEN,P.C. 6802ParagonPlace,Suite205 Richmond,Virginia23230-1655 (804)262-3600-telephone (804)627-0286-facsimile

Obituaries

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James Severn “Jim” Wright

WRIGHT, James Severn

TUCKER, Sandra

Richmond Triangle Players to launch February production

RTP to perform comedy, “How Black Mothers Say I Love You”

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Richmond Triangle Players (RTP) continues its 2022-2023 30th Anniversary Season with Trey Anthony’s daring and thought-provoking comedy, “How Black Mothers Say I Love You,” opening Friday, Feb. 3, at 8 p.m., following two low-priced previews on Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 1 and 2 at 8 p.m. The production will run for 16 performances through Feb. 25.

“How Black Mothers Say I Love You” tells the story of hard-working Daphne, who left her two young daughters in Jamaica for six years to create a better life for them in America. Now 30 years later, proud and private Daphne is relying on her church and her nearby dutiful daughter to face a health crisis. But when feisty activist daughter Claudette arrives

unexpectedly from far away to help out, her arrival stirs up the buried past, family ghosts and the burning desire for unconditional love before it’s too late.

Playwright Anthony is a visionary creator who uses the unique blend of comedy, theater, motivational talk and her own life experiences to inspire and lift up others. Anthony’s sold-out hit play, “‘da Kink in My Hair,” grossed millions and broke box office records across Canada, the U.S. and England after it premiered in 2001. It was named one of the top 10 plays in Canadian theatrical history and received 4 NAACP Theatre awards, including Best Playwright. It continues to be produced on stages throughout North America.

“How Black Mothers Say I Love You” premiered in 2017 and was the first play to be featured on “The Globe and Mail’s” Bestsellers list. It has now been optioned as a feature film by Conquering Lion Productions with critically acclaimed director Clement Virgo attached to direct. The screenplay

Sheriff's

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Entering or setting in motion a vehicle was reported in the 11000th block of Old Ridge Road.

Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 13300th block of Winston Road.

Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 14500th block of Old Ridge Road.

Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the

8200th block of Meadowview Lane.

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Townsend , forever 39, of Hanover, was received into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father on the morning of January 6, 2023. also known as sport, Grandma and “the one who was seldom wrong and never in doubt,” she will be dearly missed by many. Born in richmond on January 9, 1944, the eldest child of norris Gilbert Townsend and Mary s eay Townsend’s four children, she was preceded in death by her parents; her father-in-law, Harry ‘Bub’ Tucker; her beloved sister-in-law, Kathy Townsend; and brother-in-law, William C. Bosher Jr. she is survived by her devoted husband of 56-1/2 years, stanley C. Tucker; sons, s. Cole Tucker Jr. and wife, Lisa; B. Kendall Tucker and wife, Jennifer; daughter, Townsend Tucker Hunn and husband, stephen; and five precious grandchildren, Mason and Caroline Tucker, Tucker and Harrison Hunn and andria Tucker. she is also survived by her brother, n orris; and sisters, Mary (whom she insisted on calling Mona) and nancy; mother-in-law, Marjorie Tucker; and sister by marriage, Joanne Tucker Bosher. she grew up in richmond’s north side and was a proud graduate of John Marshall High s chool, Class of 1962. she was a sponsor for the Cadet Corps C Company and was “Miss Justice” in 1962. In 1965, she was crowned Miss richmond and worked with Central richmond a ssociation, Mayor Morrill Crowe, and Henry Gonner opening businesses and promoting richmond. she later worked at the united states Post Office on Main street as s ecretary to the director of Personnel. she possessed a gift of public speaking and leadership, and her effervescent personality led her to be President of atlee High s chool Parent Teacher Organization in 1992, where she established the academic Booster Program, recognizing students’ academic achievements. she was a charter member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and worked in children’s and youth activities. More importantly, she was the quintessential wife, mother and grandmother, always encouraging and lifting up her family and finding the “patch of blue” in an otherwise cloudy sky. she loved hosting gatherings of family and friends on e aster, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Father’s day, birthdays and any other opportunity to gather around the table to celebrate. Her quick wit, discernment and engaging personality were an invaluable asset from her work establishing the medical practice to her leadership on church pastor search and nominating committees. a proud Virginian, she had a life-long thirst for learning, taking her children and then her grandchildren around the Commonwealth on day trips. The family thanks her caregivers, Jean ellis and shirley Murchison, and the nurses at Manor e ast, Covenant Woods. The family received friends at Monaghan Funeral Home on sunday, January 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. a Celebration of Life was held at Fairmount Christian Church on January 9 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to alzheimer’s a ssociation or Fairmount Christian Church.

Petit larceny, less than $500 not from a person was reported in the 8000th block of Atlee Road.

Manufacturing, selling, possessing a Schedule I,II controlled substance was reported in the 15200th block of Hopeful Church Road.

Simple assault was reported in the 7000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Petit larceny, shoplifting was reported in the 7000th block of

was also shortlisted for the Sundance Institute’s Screenwriters Lab and is in development with CBC to be adapted into a television series.

Richmond Triangle Players’ production, the play’s Virginia premiere, is directed by Desirée Dabney. Dabney has appeared in almost every stage in Richmond, including at RTP in “Times Square Angel.” She is Head of Musical Theatre at TheatreVCU.

“Jim,” 93, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord Friday, January 6, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, sara Lavina dengler “sally”; and is survived by his children, James s. Wright Jr. (Janis), Kate smitherman (Kaustuv das) and Kenneth Wright (sherry); six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Jim was a firm believer in Jesus, and was a great husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a u.s navy Korean War veteran, Past Master of the Lodge of Craft no. 433, aF& aM, new Castle, Pa. and a member of Washington & Henry Lodge no. 344, aF & aM, Mechanicsville, serving as Chaplain for several years. Jim was also a member of Washington royal arch Chapter no. 3-9, richmond. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, January 12 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-davis rd. services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023 at Mechanicsville Baptist Church, where Jim served as a deacon. Interment will follow in Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mended Hearts of richmond, P.O. Box 70234, richmond, Va. 23255.

seat tickets can be purchased online at RTP’s web site at www.rtriangle.org, through RTP’s Facebook page, or by leaving a message on the RTP Ticket hotline at 804-346-8113. Reserved seat tickets are $35 to $40. The lower-priced previews are $20; and student tickets are always $10 at any performance.

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by false pretenses was reported in the 7200th block of yellow Wood Tree Place.

Playing the matriarch Daphne is Dorothy “Dee-D.” Miller (Auntie Mama in RTP’s acclaimed, RTCC-awarded Best Play of the Year “Sugar in Our Wounds”). Her daughters will be played by Zakiyyah Jackson, Shalandis Wheeler Smith and Bailey Robinson.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 8100th block of Lee-davis road.

Identity theft with intention to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 8200th block of Wetherden drive.

u se of profane, threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 9700th block of atlee Commons drive.

Tickets for all performances are on sale now. The production takes place at Richmond Triangle Players’ home at the Robert B. Moss Theatre at 1300 Altamont Avenue in Scott’s Addition, just northwest of the intersection of Arthur Ashe Boulevard and West Broad Street. Reserved

entering property with intent to damage was reported in the 4400th block of Country Quay Lane.

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destruction of property, monument was reported in the 9400th block of Indianfield drive.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 10700th block of Providence Woods Lane.

assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 6100th block of Cedar Point Farm drive.

DWI: First offense was reported in the 10300th block of Lewistown Road/Shellie Lee Drive.

Larceny of bank notes, checks was reported in the 7400th block of Bell Creek road.

Uttering was reported in the 16100th block of Washington Highway.

destruction of property, monument was reported in the 7100th block of Foxbernie drive.

Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 9300th block of Atlee Road.

Identity theft with intention

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Forging coin and bank notes was reported in the 10300th block of Leadbetter road.

Identity theft, obtaining I d to avoid arrest was reported in the 7500th block of Cold Harbor road/Fast Lane.

Grand larceny, auto theft was reported in the 7200th block of Courtland Farm road.

RTP’s 2022-23 productions are made possible in part by generous contributions from the E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation, CultureWorks, the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation Resilience Fund, the Shubert Foundation, the Virginia Commission for the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Richmond Triangle Players is supported in part by an American Rescue Plan Act grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to support general operating expenses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

damaging vehicle, boat or aircraft was reported in the 10300th block of stony run Lane.

For more information, contact RTP executive director Philip Crosby at 804-342-7665 or by e-mail at Crosby@rtriangle.org.

Credit card fraud, $200 or more in six months was reported in the 8100th block of Caraway Lane.

to defraud, up to $200 was reported in the 11000th block of Greenline Court.

False statement to obtain property or credit was reported in the 11400th block of Washington Highway.

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Driver not reporting accident, damage less than $250 was reported in the 9400th block of Chamberlayne Road/Shady Grove Road.

driver not reporting accident with damage up to $1,000 was reported in the 11300th block of Washington Highway.

simple assault was reported in the 2000th block of Cricket Creek Court.

Grand larceny, building was reported in the 18100th block of Dogwood Trail Road.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 8000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 11500th block of Georgetown road.

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