The Mechanicsville Local – 01/18/2023

LAURA MCFARLAND Managing Editor

MECHANICSVILLE – Work is expected to move forward this spring on the Phase 2 widening of one of Hanover County’s most

traveled roads.

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors heard an update on the project that will widen U.S. Route 360 – Mechanicsville Turnpike – during its Jan. 11 meeting.

The construction contract for the project was awarded on Oct. 31, 2022, to contractor Allan Myers with an estimated start date for

HHS educator named Teacher of

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Brian Letourneau, a social studies teacher at Hanover High School (HHS), has been selected as this year’s Hanover County Public Schools (HCPS) Teacher of the Year.

Letourneau has taught in HCPS for the entirety of his 22-year instructional career, teaching Advanced Placement U.S. History, International Baccalaureate History of the Americas I, World History I and II, Virginia and U.S. History, and U.S. Government. He will now compete for the Region I Superintendents’ Teacher of the Year award.

“I am thrilled to earn this recognition, and it is also humbling. At Hanover, I work with

a group of dedicated professionals who put their students first and work diligently to help students achieve their goals,” Letourneau said.

“I see this same level of dedication in my colleagues across the county and, especially, from the teachers of my own children at Pole Green Elementary School and Oak Knoll Middle School.

To be selected by my peers and representatives of our school system as their Teacher of the Year is truly an honor.”

He added: “I am thankful for all of the amazing teachers and administrators I have worked with over the years who have

ILLUSTRATION COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY

CREATING A WINTER WONDERLAND

Kim McMackin’s and sandy Cario’s class at Pole Green elementary school read an informational article about snowflakes and had several challenges relating to geometry as they created snowflakes.

Mechanicsville — 23111

360 Coin Laundry & Cleaners , 7040 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Truist — Lee davis, 7016 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Books Beads & More, 8106 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Colonial Pharmacy, 7510 Mechanicsville Tpke.

dorns Body & Paint, 8190 Mechanicsville Tpke.

essex Bank, 6316 Mechanicsville Tpke.

FCL Favor Christian Life, 6501 Mech Tpke, ste 101

Gus’ Italian Café, 7358 Bell Creek road

Hanover Cleaners, 8092 Mechanicsville Tpke.

HealthLink Chiropractic Center, 7347 Bell Creek road

Hometown realty, 7240 Lee davis rd, suite 200

Kroger, 6335 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Lee davis B & P, 7051 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Lee davis Pharmacy, 7016 Lee Park road

Little Bean Coffee Co., 7032 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Mechanicsville drug store, 8077 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Mechanicsville Library, 7461 sherwood Crossing Place

Primis Bank (Mechanicsville), 8123 Mechanicsville Tpke.

TGI Friday’s, 8100 Creighton Parkway

The Ville, 7526 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Treats and Treasures, 5912 Cold Harbor road

Village Bank (Old Mech), 8051 Mechanicsville Tpke.

West store, 4225 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Mechanicsville — 23116

atlee Branch Library, 9212 rutlandshire drive

Balducci realty & Builders, 10173 Chamberlayne road

Bell Creek Vet., 8310 Bell Creek road

dominion Women’s Health, 8239 Meadowbridge road

Hogg Professional Building, 9137 Chamberlayne road

KidMed, 8356 Bell Creek road

Owens and Minor, 9120 Lockwood Blvd

Progressive dental, 8417 n run Medical drive

Pulmonary assoc. richmond, 7497 right Flank road

Primis Bank (Kings Charter), 9495 Charter Gate drive

Valero (atlee & sliding Hill rds.), 10030 sliding Hill road

Ashland- 23005

ashland Library, 201 s railroad ave.

ashland Police dept., 601 england street

ashland Town Hall, 101 Thompson street

ashland Visitor Center,112 n railroad ave.

Cross Brothers Grocery, 107 south Center street

Hanover Community service, 12300 Washington Hwy.

Hanover Parks and rec, 13015 Taylor Complex Lane

Henry Clay shopping Center, rt. 54

rise n shine diner, 10372 Leadbetter road

sheetz/ashland, 12341 n. Washington Hwy. sheetz/Leadbetter dr, 10037 sliding Hill road skateland, 516 n. Washington Hwy.

Village Bank, 10035 sliding Hill road, #101 Ashland- 23059

aw shucks Country store, 6100 Pouncey Tract road Ashland- 23192

Fas Mart, 16575 Mountain road

Food Lion, 16615 Mountain road

Montpelier Library, 17205 sycamore Tavern Lane

Montpelier Pharmacy, 17128 Mountain road

Virginia Family Practice, 15028 Brown Pleasants road

Glen Allen — 23059

essex Bank /Va Center, 9951 Brook road

Aylett — 23009

Primis Bank- Central Garage, 20 Commerce Lane

Hanover — 23069

Hanover County admin Bldg, 7516 County Complex road

Hanover Co sheriff’s Office, 7522 County Complex road

Hanover Branch Library, 7527 Library drive

Hanover Post Office, 13228 Hanover Courthouse rd

Pamunkey regional Jail, 7240 Courtland Farm road

Wickham Bldg., 7515 County Complex road

King William — 23086

Citgo route 360 and 30, 5033 richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.

Valero (King William), 12132 King William road

One stop Market, 2185 richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.

Manquin- 23106

Manquin Post Office, 2171 richmond Tappahannock

M & M Pizza — B&P station, 1418 richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.

Studley — 23162

studley store, 5407 studley road

PHOTO COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

The Hanover County Sheriff’s Office is looking for information from the community in a 2022 larceny to help identify a suspect.

On Oct. 11, 2022, deputies responded to the Verizon Wireless store located at 7264 Mechanicsville Turnpike for a reported larceny that had just occurred. Once on scene it was learned that a black male suspect entered the store and removed a gold Apple Watch Ultra from the display area.

There was no suspect vehicle information provided. Anyone with information about this case 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 Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

submitted by Lt. James r. Cooper, Hanover County sheriff’s Office Public information officer.

Fire-EMS crews respond to multiple significant incidents

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Hanover Fire-EMS reported on the morning of Saturday, Jan. 7 that it had responded to multiple significant incidents in the last 12 hours. Crews responded to Cobbs Farm Road on the evening of Jan. 6 for a structure fire in a detached garage which had extended to the single-family residence and brush nearby. All occupants were safe and being assisted by the American Red Cross. Crews were on scene for an extended time, and a rural water supply operation had to be utilized due to the geographical location of the incident. Mutual aid was received from Henrico

and New Kent counties for this incident.

On the morning of Jan. 7, crews responded to Route 301 between Stumpy and Peaks roads for a multi-vehicle accident. This crash did result in one fatality. The incident is under investigation by the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office and all inquiries will be directed through their agency. There was a substantial fuel leak on scene being managed by an outside contractor.

submitted by david “dJ” Johnston, Hanover Fire-eMs Battalion Chief- Community engagement, Public Information Officer.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Ruritans present check to sheriff

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

The Mechanicsville Ruritans presented Col. David Hines of the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office a check for Project Lifesaver at their first monthly breakfast meeting of 2023.

In 2003, the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office became the first agency in the state to join Project Lifesaver International. The program offers the ability for the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office to locate loved ones and family members who wander due to

cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, autism and Down syndrome.

As a free service to the community, the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office will outfit a client with a watch-sized transmitter. The transmitter enables the client to be tracked should the individual wander.

The Mechanicsville Ruritans’ recent raffle for a Greentop commemorative shot gun and their annual golf tournament, held in October 2022, helped raise money for this Hanover County Service.

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taught me so much about the profession. In addition, I am thankful for all of the support for our school system coming from the parents and students of Hanover County. This is a community that values and supports education, and it helps make our students’ education better and more meaningful.”

Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of schools, made the surprise announcement recently during a special staff meeting inside the HHS auditorium as Letourneau’s co-workers and family cheered on.

Letourneau, a University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University alumnus, said his favorite part of teaching is working with students.

“I enjoy getting to know my students –their interests, hobbies, passions, and career aspirations. I enjoy working with my students to impart a love of learning, an appreciation of the importance of understanding history, and to help them become stronger students, as prepared as they can be for their next steps in life,” he said. “Every day in the classroom is a little different, which makes it very interesting and challenging, but the one constant is always having the chance to make a positive difference. My students are positive, hopeful and want to succeed; that energy makes me love coming to work each day.”

HHS Principal Kristina Reece said she “cannot think of a better teacher to represent Hanover High School and Hanover County as Teacher of the Year.” Letourneau has taught at the school since it opened for the 2002-03 school year.

“Mr. Letourneau has been a fixture at HHS since day one,” said Reece. “Mr. Letourneau gives his heart and soul to his students, his colleagues and his community

The recent announcement came in front of Letourneau’s co-workers and family, who greeted him on stage of the Hanover High school auditorium with hugs.

each day. It is an honor to work alongside Mr. Letourneau and I look forward to many more years together.”

In addition to his teaching of social studies, Letourneau is a longtime coach in Hanover County. He has coached baseball and softball, boys and girls basketball, and boys and girls volleyball. He currently serves as an assistant activities director for HHS.

HCPS employs approximately 1,470 teachers. Each year, the division selects one teacher for this distinguished award who is actively and meaningfully involved in the school and community and can serve as a role model and ambassador for teachers in the division.

submitted by Chris Whitley, assistant superintendent, community engagement and legislative affairs, Hanover County Public schools.

PHOTO COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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OBITUARIES

engagement or wedding, contact Cindy Adams at 804-775-4616 or email: cadams@mechlocal.com

Oakley Delph Jr.

DELPH, Oakley Jr., 69, of Mechanicsville, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oakley sr. and Mary; sisters, Betsy and sheila; and brothers, Frank and dave. He is survived by his daughters, Brandee and Mary; granddaughter, Talley; sister, Jackie; and brother, Tim. Oakley was a u.s. Marine Corps veteran. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, January 16, 2023, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-davis rd. services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to richmond east Moose Lodge, 7167 Flag Ln., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111

Gloria Runnett Leahey

LEAHEY, Gloria Runnett , 80, of Mechanicsville, Va., passed peacefully at home in the presence of her family on January 7, 2023. Gloria served the greater richmond community as a respiratory Therapist through home care, st. Mary’s Hospital and Chippenham Medical Center. services will be held at Grace Christian Church in Mechanicsville, Va. on January 21, 2023, at 11 a.m. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. preceding the service. Interment will be private. Online guestbook is available at affinityfuneralservice.com.

County extends assessment review period through Feb.

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has extended the informal assessment review period until Feb. 1, 2023.

Previously, the Assessor’s Office had been available to discuss individual property assessments with the prop-

erty owner through Jan. 20.

Richard Paul, Hanover’s Chief Assessor, said that his office had handled around 300 calls about assessments; most coming in the days after this year’s notices were mailed.

However, the strong real estate market in Hanover

has led to increases of value for homes throughout the county this year. members of the Hanover Board of Supervisors thought that providing additional time for citizens to discuss their assessments would be appropriate. The board unanimously extended the informal review period

through Feb. 1.

K. Preston Young Jr.

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Any resident is invited to contact the Assessor’s Office at 804-365-6029 with concerns about the assessed value given to their property.

Information submitted by Tom Harris, communications specialist for Hanover County.

YOUNG, K. Preston, Jr. , 74, of Mechanicsville, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth P. sr. and Jeanette Petty young; and sister, Leda sackett. Preston is survived by his wife of 29 years, Betsy Watson young; stepson, Lee young (Pam); grandson, Cameron young; sister, Trudy y. smith; brother, steven young; brothersin-law, allen sackett and Cecil C. Watson Jr.; six nephews, a niece and two special friends, Bill Meador and randy rains. He was an eagle scout and a u.s. air Force Veteran. His “claim to fame” was that he rode his bicycle from coast to coast in the Bike-Centennial of 1976. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m., with a celebration of Preston’s life beginning 11 a.m. saturday, January 21, 2023, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-davis rd. Please wear bright colors. In lieu of flowers, take a child to sunday school, support the Boy scouts, or take a veteran to lunch. Hug your loved ones and tell them you love them because love never fails.

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ROSLYN RYAN Richmond Suburban News

For the staff and patients of Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center’s Hanover County campus, Jan. 5 marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

That morning, the medical center staff assisted 37 patients in a move to the facility’s new West Pavilion, a freshly renovated 48,000-square-foot, twostory facility that will serve to improve care for both orthopedic and neuroscience patients requiring a hospital stay.

“Everything went really well,” said Eric Young, chief operating officer at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, recalling the celebratory mood as those seeing the new wing for the first time took in a facility designed from the ground up to be both modern and welcoming.

Of course, the updated design of the interior is only

a small part of what makes the new wing so special, Young said. The West Pavilion includes 43 inpatient beds and houses orthopedic and neuroscience units featuring state-of-the-art equipment, as well as rehab and physical therapy services.

Thanks to the renovation, 15 patients who would have otherwise needed to spend the night of Jan. 5 in the emergency room due to space constraints were able to have a hospital room instead.

Leaders from Bon Secours and Hanover County previously celebrated the completion of the renovation work with a ribbon-cutting and open house ceremony on Nov. 22, 2022.

Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center is located in Hanover County, just a half mile west of Interstate 295, which connects the larger regions of the Northern Neck, Hampton

Roads, New Kent County, the city of Richmond and Henrico County. Memorial Regional Medical Center is designated as a primary stroke center and is nationally recognized for its clinical excellence and stroke treatment.

The newly renovated West Pavilion will improve the continuity of care at Memorial Regional by bringing together physical therapy and rehab services that can be utilized by both orthopedic and neuroscience inpatients in one central location within the hospital.

In addition to undergoing a relocation to the West Pavilion, the gym has also been expanded to more than 10 times its previous size to accommodate a larger number of patients and equipment.

“Memorial Regional Medical Center has always provided quality, compassionate orthopedic and stroke care to our patients, and the West Pavilion ex-

pansion solidifies our commitment to continue caring for our community” said Dr. Scott Vota, a neurologist at Memorial Regional Medical Center. “By renovating the West Pavilion, we are not only creating new spaces to care for our patients, but we are also able to alleviate pressure that’s been placed on units elsewhere within the hospital to support the needs of our growing community.”

The expansion directly addresses the fast-growing demand for health care services from residents of the hospital’s service area in particular, Hanover County, eastern Henrico County and the Northern Neck. By creating additional bed capacity in these units in the West Pavilion, patients who need immediate critical care for incidents including stroke and heart attacks can be seen quicker by alleviating the burden on the emergency department.

Residents encouraged to participate in comp plan events

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Hanover County is working with residents, businesses, landowners and other community members to update its Comprehensive Plan. Called “Envision Hanover,” the plan is the county’s long-range vision of Hanover over the next 25 years, addressing land use, housing, economic development and natural resources. It also provides guidance on where growth may be appropriate throughout the county and what that growth should look like.

Hanover residents’ feedback will shape the Comprehensive Plan and decisions regarding growth, preservation and public investment for years to come! Based upon the feedback received, the

project team has been working to identify key concepts related to land use, economic development and historic resources. These preliminary ideas will be introduced at a series of events scheduled in January and February. Residents will be able to share their ideas by participating with an in-person meeting or webinar, depending upon their schedules.

The public participation events are:

In-person meetings (presentation + open house)

„ Monday, Jan. 23 (6 to 7:30 p.m.) — Atlee Library

„ Thursday, Jan. 26 (6 to 7:30 p.m.) — Montpelier Center for Arts and Education

„ Monday, Jan. 30 (6 to 7:30 p.m.) — Red Barn at

Chickahominy Falls

„ Thursday, Feb. 2 (6 to 7:30 p.m.) — Mechanicsville Library

„ Thursday, Feb. 9 (6 to 7:30 p.m.) — Berea Baptist Church (Rockville) Webinar

„ Monday, Feb. 6, (6 to 7 p.m.) — Log-In Information to Be Posted

The county will also offer these “stop and chat” events in which community members can informally chat with project team members on the following days, locations and times:

„ Wednesday, Feb. 1, (11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) — Atlee Library

„ Tuesday, Feb. 7, (11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) — Ashland Library

„ Thursday, Feb. 9, (3:30 to 5 p.m.) — Rockville Library

The Hanover Board of Supervisors will hold public work sessions on the Comprehensive Plan on March 8, May 10 and July 26. The current schedule calls for the Planning Commission to hold a public hearing on the proposed update in August, with the board’s public hearing to take place a month later.

For information on the planning process, and how you can participate, visit www.envisionhanover.com. You can also follow the process on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Information submitted by Tom Harris, communications specialist for Hanover County.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT MECHANICSVILLE LIBRARIES

Atlee Branch Library

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

HanoverRuritan honors Vidunasfor outstandingservice astraffic engineer

Atlee Bridge Group at the Atlee Branch Library. Tuesday, Jan. 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 Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library. Mondays, Jan. 23 and 30, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Enjoy a Storytime of books, music and fun for preschoolers 3-5 years old and their caregivers.

Mother Goose Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 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 Storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. Have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Toddler Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 24 and 31, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 18 and 25, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Enjoy a Storytime of books, music and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

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.

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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, 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.

knowledge and impress friends at a fun evening answering general knowledge 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.

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.

Registration open for Senior Citizens Police Academy

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

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.

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.

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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.

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.

Virtual Trivia Night! (virtual program). Tuesday, Jan. 24, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. All ages. Test your

Mechanicsville Branch Library

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.

The Hanover County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting its 14th annual Senior Citizens Police Academy. The Senior Citizens Police Academy will take place from April 11 through June 20. The academy will be held every Tuesday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. at The Montpelier Community Center, located at 17203 Sycamore Tavern Lane, Montpelier, VA 23192. The academy is free; space limited to first 30 to register.

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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

as well as pro-active crime prevention presentations, which will give seniors a better understanding of what members of the sheriff’s office do on a daily basis. The goal of the academy is to develop productive relationships with the seniors in our community and for the seniors to develop a better understanding of law enforcement.

school Storytime, for ages3-5 with a caregiver.

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

Hula Dancing Class at the Mechanicsville Branch

Fall Leaf Table Place Holders at the Atlee Branch

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-

The program will be available to seniors 55 years of age or older who are residents, business owners or county employees. Background check required. This academy is designed to give participants an inside look into law enforcement with the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. The presentations will consist of a variety of law enforcement topics

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

Interested seniors are urged to download an application at http:// www.hanoversheriff.com/199/ Senior-Citizens-Police-Academy or contact Deputy Evan Povar at (804) 365-3363 for an application or additional information. Also, the application needs to be notarized.

The deadline to apply is March 10, 2023.

see LIBRARY, pg. 18

Contributedphoto UrsulaHunter and family would liketo wishher husband of 58years, Clarence T. Hunter Sr., a happy80thbirthdaythat wascelebratedon Oct. 20.ThisHanovernative, whoproudlyserved 22years inthe U.S. Armywithtwo toursin Vietnam,epitomizesthe ideaof a father.

submitted by Lt. James r. Cooper, Hanover County sheriff’s Office Public information officer.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HANOVER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE registration is now open for the Hanover County sheriff’s Office’s 14th annual senior Citizens Police academy. shown are participants of last year’s class.

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Ashland Ga rden Club celebrates 10 0 years

Untold Stories to focus on Civil Rights Era

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

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Shared Experiences from the Civil Rights Era is the theme for this year’s Untold Stories. This annual program of oral histories about growing up in Ashland and

Hanover County will be Sunday, Feb. 5 at 4 p.m. at the Patrick Henry High School, Ashland. Since 2014, Untold Stories has been sponsored jointly by The Center, The Hanover County Black Heritage Society, the

Ashland Museum and Downtown Ashland Association.

This year’s storytellers will be Rebecca Doggett Bray, Mary Jane Ghee, Trisha Leonard Higgins, Matt “Moto” Lewis, Ollie Lewis

and Steve Trivett. The moderator will be Anthony Keitt, and Dr. Jamelle Wilson will be the wrap-up speaker. The Community Gospel Choir, led by Tyler Spurlock, will close out the program.

The program is free and open to the public. Come listen to the stories shared and continue the conversation. For more information, visit ashlandmuseum.org or call 804-368-7314.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT HANOVER LIBRARIES

Ashland Branch Library

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

The AshlandGardenClub (AGC),foundedonOct. 12,1922,is celebrating its 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.

on down to create your own board game. This fun activity will help students prepare for their reading competition. Snacks will be provided.

0-5 and their caregivers.

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Mother Goose Storytime at the Ashland Branch Library. Mondays, Jan. 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.

Toddler/Preschool Storytime at the Ashland Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 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.

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. 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.

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

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 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.

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

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.

Additionally, clubmembers are planting525daffodilbulbsinpublicspaces around Ashland thisfall as

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.

The Parsons’Cause Foundation seeking donations for summer 2023 programs

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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.”

Lois Wickham Jones/ Montpelier Branch Library

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

Family Storytime at the Montpelier Branch Library. Thursdays, Jan. 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.

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

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.

Library. Mondays, Jan. 23 and 30, 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.

Mother Goose Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Tuesdays, Jan. 24 and 31, 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.

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

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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.

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

are requestingassistancefromthe communityandaskthat residents considerthefoundationfortheir endofthe year charitable contributions.

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

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.

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

Reading Olympians Game Night at the Ashland Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 25, 5 to 6 p.m. Reading Olympian Teens, come

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.

Richard S. Gillis, Jr./ Ashland Branch

Hanover Branch Library

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

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

Family Storytime at the Hanover Branch Library. Fridays, Jan. 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

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.

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

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

Upcoming programs atAshland branch library

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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.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library

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

Family Storytime at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Fridays, Jan. 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.

Read 2 Rover at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Thursday, Jan. 19, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Grades K-2. Read 2 Rover provides comfort and motivation for beginning readers as they read aloud to Colby or Pepper, the library’s therapy dogs. Space is limited.

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/.

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

Family Storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Thursdays, Jan. 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.

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.

Mechanicsville Book Club at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 11 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 and up. Bring your ideas for discussion and escape to a world of pure imagination.

Anime Club at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Friday, Jan. 20, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Ages 12-18. Join the Mechanicsville Library Anime Club and meet teens with similar interests and watch some cool shows.

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.

| Also serving the communities ofMontpelier, Beaverdam, Rockville and Doswell

Hanover supervisors elect 2023 leadership

LAURA MCFARLAND Managing Editor

MECHANICSVILLE – The Hanover County Board of Supervisors members elected W. Canova Peterson as chair and Susan Dibble as vice-chair for 2023 during their Jan. 11 meeting.

Both board members were elected in 6-1 votes with only Faye Prichard voting against.

Peterson, who represents the Mechanicsville Magisterial District, has been on the board for 11 years. This is his third time serving as chair.

In accepting the position, Peterson said he was humbled and honored by the other board members’ confidence in him to act as chair but added that the role “has nothing special about it over any other member of this board.”

“There is no additional authority; there is only additional work for being in this chair as representing the board before the community. Every member of the board is the same as I am –they have the same authority, the same votes – and I look forward to working together with my board members,” Peterson said, promising to work with them respectfully while acting with dignity, integ-

rity and openness even when they don’t agree.

The coming year will be a big year filled with many continuing issues, including completion of the comprehensive plan, broadband expanding throughout the community and passing a budget amidst times of great inflation, he said.

“We’ve got a lot of work to do,” he said.

Peterson was nominated by Sean Davis, who represents the Henry Magisterial District. He said Peterson has always been available to serve in different

leadership and committee positions and is “well known in the region for his strong stances on issues, his no-nonsense way of approaching matters.”

Dibble, who has represented the South Anna Magisterial District since Jan. 1, 2020, is taking on her first leadership on the board. She previously served on the school board for six and a half years, including serving as chair and vicechair. She attended the meeting remotely.

Dibble said in a separate interview that she is grateful for the confidence of her fellow col-

leagues in electing her to the role. Moving forward, she said the board’s highest priority is the updating of Hanover’s Comprehensive Plan, which is done on a five-year cycle.

“Citizen input is the key component of the successful creation of this plan and is the most important part of this Comprehensive Plan process. This plan is our most important tool in evaluating future land use in Hanover County,” she said.

The board is also beginning its

budget development cycle at this time, and the goal is to continue to provide superior service through collaboration, creativity, innovation and sound financial practices, she said.

“The economy and doubledigit inflation are a huge challenge as we move into 2023. However, we have assembled an extremely strong administrative team and I am confident that working together we will be successful in accomplishing our mission and our vision, to be a community for people and businesses to achieve their full potential,” Dibble said.

Dibble was nominated by outgoing chair Angela Kelly-Wiecek, who represents the Chickahominy Magisterial District. Kelly-Wiecek described Dibble as engaged and dedicated to the service of her district and constituents. The board has seen great evidence of Dibble’s level of engagement and knowledge since she came on the board, Kelly-Wiecek said.

After the votes, Peterson presented Kelly-Wiecek with a special plaque to thank her for her service as chair. He commended her for the way she represented the board in the last year and the work she put into the role.

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construction on or around April 1, 2023, according to Joe Vidunas, Hanover County Transportation Engineer. It will be a two-year contract from the start date.

The scope of the project will include U.S. Route 360 from Wynbrook Lane to Sujen Court going east to west and Lee-Davis Road from Lee Park Road to Brandy Hill Drive. This is the second project taking on the widening of Route 360, with the history of both projects stretching back decades, Vidunas said in a separate interview.

After years of planning and taking steps forward in getting funding only to have it taken away when the economy took a hit, Vidunas said it is great to see the project coming to fruition.

“When it is completed, it is certainly going to improve access and make the daily commute a lot more pleasant, we hope. Traffic is going to flow a lot more freely and we think that we will provide a safe corridor as well,” he said.

One of the aspects of the project the county is really pleased about is a late adjustment to include some sidewalks in the project, Vidunas said. Pedestrians will have the ability to walk the entire length of this project with-

out having to walk on a shoulder or in the roadway.

“There will be crosswalks provided at all of the signalized crossings and we have also made some adjustments to the way school buses enter and exit the high school,” he said of the entrances at Mechanicsville High School. “In working closely with the schools, we have consolidated their access to eliminate one of the entrance points so that buses will now enter and exit at the same point. We believe this is going to make things more efficient and safer.”

The project is budgeted at $33.806 million with funding coming from various federal,

state and local sources, including $7.8 million in Central Virginia Transportation Authority (CVTA) funds, Vidunas said.

During the two years of construction, work will be phased so that it does not disrupt access to businesses and subdivisions, Vidunas said.

“All of those accesses will be maintained. We may have flagging operations so they might have to wait a minute or two but, by and large, access is maintained, all traffic lanes are going to be maintained while we are constructing the roadway. Some of the work will occur at night. Some of the more disruptive things to traffic will happen at night but people

will be able to get through there. We do understand that there will be some disruption, but in the end we think it plays out and is worth it,” he said.

Vidunas said there are still two right-of-way acquisitions cases outstanding but they are going through the process.

“We have secured the legal rights to utilize the property, so we have all of the right of ways and easements necessary to proceed, but we have not concluded those negotiations – we have not settled with those two particular owners yet,” he said.

For more information, contact the Hanover Department of Public Works at 804-365-6181.

PHOTO COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY

newly-elected Hanover Board of supervisors Chair W. Canova Peterson presents outgoing chair angela Kelly-Wiecek a plaque to thank her for her service during the Jan. 11 meeting.

CONTRIBUTED PHOTO susan dibble was elected vicechair of the Hanover County Board of supervisors during the Jan. 11 meeting.

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Times-Dispatch releases cross country All-Metro team

Patrick Henr y rumblespastMechanicsville inhigh-scoring64th matoBowl

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

The Richmond Times-Dispatch released its All-Metro cross country teams on Jan. 8, which featured multiple local runners who excelled for their respective teams this past season.

By AdamCheek for Richmond Times-Dispatch

The Atlee Raiders had three first team All-Metro honorees and another student-athlete on the second team, while two Hanover athletes were featured on the first team. Patrick Henry and Mechanicsville each had a runner on the second team as well.

Arowdy Me ch anics vi lle crowd ontheopposite sideofthefield,plus anabnormallywar m November eveningat Patrick Henr y High School, didn’t stopthe Patriots from rolling over the Mustangs 48-27athome to close outthe regular season.

For the Raiders, senior Travis Albon, junior Patrick Allen and freshman Amelia Waggoner made the first team after helping lead the Raiders to a Region 4B title and top-5 finishes at the boys and girls Class 4 state championship.

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

Albon’s senior season ended in glory, as he won his first region title in 16:08.40 at Pole Green Park. At states, he placed third with a time of 16:11, which was the fastest among Richmond-area runners in the three state races held at the Oatlands Plantation in Leesburg.

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

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

Allen was right behind his senior running mate at the region finals, placing second this year with a time of 16:08.50. He later placed sixth in the run at states in 16:28. His best result of his junior campaign came in the Milestat.com XC Invitational, where he placed 17th with a time of 15:32.

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

Waggoner made quite an impression in her freshman year of running after she placed third in the region championship and 13th at states. She was the only freshman featured on the All-Metro first team. Much like Allen, her best result came at the Milestat. com XC Invitational, where she placed 21st with a run of 18:30.

a memorable tenure at Hanover with another first-team selection. The two-time All-Metro runner of the year won her fourth region title in four seasons with a 18:26.90 result that was 11 seconds ahead of second place finisher and Hanover teammate Ellie Agustin. She also placed sixth at the Milestat.com XC Invitational, qualified for the Nike Cross Nationals with a fifth-place finish at the Team Southeast Regional and placed 40th out of 95 runners at the national meet.

a run of 18:05, good for 16th place.

Mechanicsville senior Carter Smith was the lone Mustangs runner to be featured as an All-Metro member, making it on the second team. Smith also made the second team as a junior. Smith’s season ended with a terrific performance at the region championship, placing third behind Albon and Allen with a time of 16:29.80. At states, his time of 17:06.00 placed him in 18th place.

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.

For the Hanover Hawks, standout senior Alli Crytser capped off

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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.

Agustin was also a first team mention after her sophomore year, making it her second consecutive season featured on the team. Along with her runner-up finish at regionals, she also placed sixth at states with a time of 19:44 and had her personal best at the Milestat.com XC Invitational with

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.

For Patrick Henry, senior Andrew Senfield earned an appearance on the second team. Senfield qualified for the state championship after placing fifth at regionals, running the course at Pole Green Park with a time of 16:49.50. At states, his 17-minute run was good enough for 15th place, ending his cross country career with the Patriots on a high note.

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

turing a fourth-down conversion that eventuallyled to a Greg Foster Jr. touchdown.

Despite anothe r meticulous Mechanicsvillescoringdrive that tickedoff more than 7 minutes

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 highschoolfootbal

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Hanover senior alli Crytser, pictured finishing sixth at the Milestat.com XC Invitational in October, won the Class 4, region B title at Pole Green Park. With the victory, the two-time all-Metro runner of the year has won every region cross country meet of her high school career.

MARY ANN MAGNANT FOR THE LOCAL

atlee’s Patrick allen and Patrick Henry’s andrew senfield finish 17th and 19th, respectively, in the Boys elite championship to open the Milestat. com XC invitational at Pole Green Park on saturday, Oct. 15, 2022.

Mallory’s clutch finish edges out CNU

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

It took some late-game heroics from senior Miles Mallory, but the No. 2 Randolph-Macon Yellow Jackets (14-1) were able to pull away late against the No. 2 Christopher Newport team (15-3) in a 64-59 victory on Jan. 11.

Mallory, who recorded a 19-point, 11-rebound double-double, had a key block and a game-deciding 3-pointer in the final minute against the Captains to extend their winning streak to 12 games.

Mallory got scoring reinforcements from forward Daniel Mbangue and guard Josh Talbert, who accounted for a combined 27 points in the starting lineup. Mbangue was an efficient five-of-six from the field for a career-high 15 points, while also adding eight rebounds.

to steer clear of the paint whenever he was in position to contest a shot. Mallory now has 231 career blocks, which is a program record and the secondhighest total in ODAC history only behind Ben Strong of Guilford (200408), who had 236 career blocks.

In the first half, the Yellow Jackets jumped out to a 14-8 lead after a Mallory jumpshot, but the Captains ran off an 11-2 run to take a 19-16 lead with over four minutes remaining in the game.

Mallory added four of his six first half points after that Captains scoring surge, helping the Yellow Jackets keep the game close, though it would be a 25-22 Captains advantage entering halftime.

In the second half, the Yellow Jackets came out with their own big run, this one going 17-7 as they took a 50-46 lead with 5:45 left to go. After a layup from Mallory and a pair of free throws from Mbangue, the lead grew to six with 3:44 remaining in the game.

The Captains were able to cut the lead down to two point soon after at 56-54, but Mallory made a string of clutch plays in the final minute and a half to help hold off a late comeback attempt.

Mallory first brought the lead back up to four points with a pair of free throws, then he buried a layup with 1:06 left to keep the Captains at arms length. 24 seconds later, Mallory made his biggest bucket

of the night, drilling a 3-pointer from deep behind the arc to give the Yellow Jackets a seven-point separation, 61-54.

Free throws were able to extend the Yellow Jackets lead to eight, and though a late Captains three cut it back down to five, it was too little too late, and the Yellow Jackets were able to come away with an impressive victory.

Up next for RandolphMacon is a matchup against the Bridgewater Eagles at home on Jan. 18. The game tips off at 7 p.m. The Yellow Jackets were 3-0 against the Eagles last season.

robby Fletcher can be reached at rfletcher@powhatantoday.com.

BY FRANK STRAUS

Mallory was a force defensively as well, blocking five shots during the game and forcing the Captains

Patrick Henry Hall of Fame accepting nominations

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

The new Patrick Henry High School Athletic Hall of Fame is proud to announce nominations for the inaugural Class of 2023 will be accepted through Feb.15.

The class, to be announced in the spring, will be honored at a banquet on Sept. 28, 2023, at Hanover Country Club and at halftime of Patrick Henry’s

home football game against Hanover on September 29.

Nominations for studentathletes and coaches (including posthumously) can be sent to the nominating committee either electronically via a Google docs form by mail.

Forms are available at the school office weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. when school is in session.

Nominees must have graduated from Patrick Henry between 1960 and 2015. Fill out forms fully and accurately. Electronic form can be found at www. facebook.com/PHHSAshlandAthleticHallOfFame.

Paper submissions may be sent to P.O. Box 921, Ashland, VA, 23005, and must be postmarked by Feb. 15, 2023.

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Forward Miles Mallory goes for a layup against Christopher newport on Jan. 11. Mallory led the team with a 19-point double-double and five blocks in their 64-59 win.

JOHNSON, Morris Gordon, 93, of Mechanicsville, went to be with our Lord and Savior Thursday, January 12, 2023. Born in Caroline County, December 23, 1929, he was one of four children of Herman and Lottie Johnson. Gordon is survived by “the best thing that ever happened to me” Charlotte Johnson, his wife of 65 years; his loving daughters, Charlene Creps (Jim) and Virginia McGhee (Fred); two grandchildren, who brought him great joy, Ric McGhee and Callie McGhee; sister, Joyce Southworth; and nephew, Thomas Southworth. After graduation from Caroline County High School, he served in the U.S. Army, from January 1953 to October 1955. Gordon began his lifelong career in banking in 1956 with Tri County Bank and worked until his retirement with Crestar in 1987. Not one to be idle, he began a second career in real estate with Olde Towne Properties. Gordon was a long-time member of Shady Grove United Methodist Church in Mechanicsville, where he served our Lord in many ways; sharing his woodworking talents with the children at vacation bible school,

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

HOPECOMMUNITYCHURCH

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

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

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

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cooking for the United Methodist Men and being the “stew master” for their annual brunswick stew fundraiser. Community service was a large part of Gordon’s life. He was a 56-year member of the Hanover Ruritan Club, serving as Treasurer, President and District Lt. Governor. Gordon made many lifelong friends through fellowship and service, especially enjoying the annual Christmas tree sales. He was instrumental in community planning and support for the first hospital in Hanover County, serving on the Community Advisory Board of Memorial Regional Medical Center. Other than spending time with family and friends, he enjoyed tinkering with old clocks, watches and gardening. Each family member has a special clock or watch he personally repaired and gifted. He took great pride in his garden, sharing produce with others in the neighborhood and community. On a hot summer day, you could find him out in the garden or under a shade tree with a cold glass of water. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 19 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd. The service will take place 11 a.m. Friday, January 20 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church, 8209 Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. in Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shady Grove UMC Memorial Fund or the Hanover Ruritan Club, P.O. Box 625, Mechanicsville Va. 23111.

Libraries help promote Reading Olympics

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Hanover County Public Schools’ Reading Olympics is a program that aims to promote a lifelong love of reading and appreciation of literature by introducing students to diverse genres of quality literature while promoting teamwork within a spirited competition.

Not only does it help students build their reading skills (including comprehension, critical thinking and oratory), the program also promotes

teamwork and self-confidence by helping students – in a collaborative environment – achieve a level of expertise where reading is second nature.

Students in fourth and fifth grades can choose to participate in the elementary program. Students in all four middle school grades six to eight may choose to participate in the middle school program. HCPS is fortunate to have a strong partnership with Pamunkey Regional Library.

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

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

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GEORGINAAPPIAH, Plaintiff, v.

CaseNo.CL22-003855-00

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MAXIKWADWOAPPIAH, Defendant.

ORDEROFPUBLICATION

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

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

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

NOTICEOFORDEROFPUBLICATION

TheobjectofthissuitistohavethisCourt makeajudicialdeterminationthatalegalpresumptionofdeathforMichaelHenleyBallard isapplicable,andifsodetermined,thatthe CourtenteranorderinaccordancewithVa. CodeAnn.64.2-2305.

ItisORDEREDthattheNoticeandOrderbe publishedonce aweekfortwoconsecutive weeks,onJanuary18th,2023andJanuary25th, 2023intheMechanicsvilleLocal, anewspaper havinggeneralcirculationthroughouttheHanoverCountyArea.

AnditisfurtherORDEREDthatMichaelHenley Ballard,thepresumeddecedent,oranyperson forhim,producetotheCourtsatisfactoryevidencethatthepresumeddecedentisalive withintwoweeksfromthedateofthelast publication.Ifnosatisfactoryevidenceisproducedwithinthisperiod,theCourtshallenter anorderinaccordancewithVa.Ann64.2-2305.

Afinalhearingwillbeheldforthismatteron February23,2023.

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ENTER:12/21/2022

Enter:1/10/2023

J.OvertonHarris,Judge Iaskforthis: JasonL.Shaber,EsquireVSB#96186 Dankos,Gordon&Tucker,P.C. 1360E.ParhamRoad,Suite200 Richmond,Virginia23228 Telephone:(804)377-7427 Facsimile:(804)262-8088 Email:jshaber@dankosgordon.com CounselforPetitioner

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

GENERALTERMSOFSALE:

AllsalesaresubjecttoconfirmationbytheCircuitCourt.TheSpecialCommissionerhastherightto

rejectanybidsdeterminedtobeunreasonablein relationtotheestimatedvalueoftheProperty. Anyunsoldpropertywillbeofferedforsaleagainatthenextauction,wheneverthatmaybe.

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 registerandbeapprovedbytheAuctioneer.RegistrationandbiddingarefreeofchargeandaredonethroughtheAuctioneer’swebsite ForSaleAtAuction.biz Ifanyinterestedbiddersareunabletoattendforin-personbiddingandwishtobidonproperty,butdonothaveaccesstotheinternet,pleasecontactForSaleAtAuction,Inc.,at(540)899-1776forassistance.

Thehighestbidderwill receivetheirpurchasecontractandbalancedueviaemailfollowingthecloseoftheauction.Thecontractshallimmediatelybeexecutedand returnedto TACS. Thedepositandbuyer’spremiummustbe receivedinfullwithinseven(7)daysfollowingtheauctionclosing(nolaterthanFebruary6,2023).Allpaymentsmustbemadeintheformofcertifiedfunds,cashier’scheck,moneyorderorwiretransfer.Cashandpersonal

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

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/Boa rd -of-Supervisors- Upcomingand-Archivformoreinformation.

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