Mechanicsville-Ashland Local – 03/22/2023

SERVING ALL HANOVER COUNTY COMMUNITIES

Habitat ReStore marks first year in business

Miss Hanover Abilities crowned

Junior Miss division added to pageant

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Two shining stars were recently crowned when the Hanover Community Support Services held the fifth annual Miss Hanover Abili-

Yellow Jackets split ODAC doubleheader

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ties Pageant.

Held on Saturday, March 11, the pageant included the well-known Miss Hanover Abilities division as well as a Junior Miss Division for the first time for girls ages 6-12 with special needs. The event, which was sponsored by RBI Services LLC, was held as a fun-

draiser for Hanover Community Support Services.

At the end of a fantastic event, Mackenzie Webb was crowned Miss Hanover Abilities 2023. Her first runner up was Ashley d’Evegneé followed by second

ROSLYN RYAN

Richmond Suburban News

As construction continues on the new building that will consolidate Hanover’s John M. Gandy and Henry Clay elementary schools, some county residents are accusing the school board of allowing political squabbling to eliminate a cherished part of the area’s black history.

During a school board meeting held on March 14, board members approved the appointment of the 2023 Elementary School Naming Committee. But while the seven-member group will be tasked in part with gathering public feedback on what the name of the new facility should be, several community members who spoke during the meeting insisted that the school should bear Gandy’s name.

Not only was Gandy, a child of former slaves and a noted educator who would go on to become the third president of Virginia

State University, a fitting community role model, they told school board members, but a 2018 agreement already stipulated that the school would be called John M. Gandy Elementary School.

“That name should remain because John M. Gandy fought for this place that gave AfricanAmericans an opportunity to gain an education, and to have a better position in life,” said Shirley Quash, who graduated from John M. Gandy. “To strip the school of John M. Gandy’s name will be a slap in the face to all African-Americans who carry it close to their hearts every day.”

Several speakers pointed out that the school board’s policy preventing the naming of new schools after individuals did not apply since the new building is replacing an already existing school.

JULIE ATLAS WITH JULIE ATLAS PHOTOGRAPHY Savannah Liggan, right, crowns Mackenzie Webb as Miss Hanover Abilities 2023.

MECHANICSVILLE — ASHLAND LOCAL PICK UP LOCATIONS

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 Librar y, 7461 sher wood 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 h ll rds ), 10030 sliding h ll 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 ser vice, 12300 Washington hwy

hanover Parks and rec, 13015 Taylor complex Lane

henr y 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 countr y store, 6100 Pouncey Tract road

Montpelier — 23192

Fas Mar t, 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

aw shucks countr y store, 6100 Pouncey Tract road

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

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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

STUDENTS GIVE YOUTH ART MONTH THE STAMP OF APPROVAL

For youth ar t Month, second graders at Laurel Meadow elementary school printed homemade stamps in art class�

Land Trust of Virginia announces easement

K9 JUD JOINS SHERIFF AT BATTLEFIELD PARK ELEMENTARY

hanover county sheriff colonel david r� hines had the opportunity to speak with Pam Franklin’s class at Battlefield Park elementary school last week� Knowing the “star power” of his office’s K9 units, hines brought along K9 Jud to help him with his presentation hines and K9 Jud greatly enjoyed their time with this group of young people

Historic Garden Week celebrates 90 years

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PHOTO COURTESY OF HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HANOVER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

SHERIFF’S REPORTS

FEB. 15

„ assault and battery on a family member was reported on the 3000 block of Westwood road.

„ Issuance of 2 or more bad checks in ninety days was reported on the 8200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 10000 block of Learning Lane.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 8000 block of Lee-davis road.

„ Grand larceny shoplifting was reported on the 6400 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

„ credit card fraud less than $200 in 6 months was reported on the 10100 block of Kings dominion Boulevard.

FEB. 16

„ Fail to stop for a school bus with flashing lights was reported on the 10300 block of chamberlayne road.

„ Possession of schedule I,II controlled substance was reported on the 7500 block of county complex road.

„ Unauthorized use of vehicle, boat or animal was reported on the 12000 block of W. Patrick henr y road/horseshoe Bridge road.

„ Possession of schedule I,II controlled substance was reported on the 9900 block of Lickinghole road.

„ Fail to appear on a felony charge was reported on the 7500 block of county complex road.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 8300 block of carneal Lane.

„ Petit larceny from auto was reported on the 8200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

„ Grand larceny of $500 or more not from person was reported on the 10100 block of Branner Woods court

„ d river not report accident with damage less than $250 was reported on the 8200 block of atlee road

„ shooting from vehicles was reported on the 2100 block of Piping Tree Ferry road/sesuit Lane

„ a simple assault was reported on the 8200 block of atlee road

„ d river not report accident with damage less than $250 was reported on the 11600 block of Lakeridge Park.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 10300 block of chamberlayne road.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 9000 block of Washington henr y drive.

„ d river not report accident with damage >$250 was reported on the 10400 block of atlee station road.

„ Grand larceny -$500 or more not from person was reported on the 8300 block of richfood road.

„ Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported on the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

„ a hit and run: attended property damage more than$1000 was reported on the 5400 block of studley road/Williamsville road.

„ assault and battery on a family member was reported on the 10000 block of chamberlayne road.

„ Petit larceny at a building was reported on the 7400 block of Bell creek road.

„ Possession of schedule I,II controlled substance was reported on the 10200 block of Washington highway.

„ Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported on the 8300 block of silkwood court.

„ Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported on the 7100 block of hunterbrook circle.

„ Identity theft, financial loss more than $200 was reported on the 8200 block of Thelma Lou road.

„ Manufacture, sale, possession of a control substance — schedule I,II was reported on the 10300 shellie Lee drive.

„ assault and battery on a family member was reported on the 8100 block of Beattiemill drive.

FEB. 18

„ Monument: intentional damage, value more than $1000 was reported on the 8300 block of Whippoorwill road.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 19400 block of Beaver dam road.

„ Identity thief, Id to defraud less or equal to $200 was reported on the 16400 block of Bullfield road.

„ Grand larceny of a building was reported on the 8200 block of atlee road.

„ Possession of schedule I,II controlled substance was reported on the 17000 block of Washington highway/Verdon road.

„ Profane, threatening language over public airway was reported on the 8000 block of sherwood crossing Place.

„ a hit and run: attended property damage more than $1000 was

reported on the 14200 block of Waltons Tavern road/Mountain road.

„ Failure to obey traffic signal was reported on the 10200 block of Lewistown road/Lakeridge Park.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 8200 block of atlee road.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 8200 block of scarecrow road.

„ destruction of property, monument was reported on the 8200 block of stumpy road.

FEB. 19

„ driving after forfeiture of license was reported on the 16100 block of Washington highway/Kings dominion Boulevard.

„ Possession of schedule I,II controlled substance was reported on the 10300 block of Washington highway/south cedar Lane.

„ Petit larceny shoplifting was reported on the 7400 block of Bell creek road.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 7400 block of Bell creek road.

„ reckless handling of firearm was reported on the 130 block of Liberty school road.

„ concealment, price alter of merchandise less than $500 was reported on the 10100 block of Lakeridge Park.

„ Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported on the 11000 block of cross corner road.

„ Possession of schedule I,II controlled substance was reported on the 10100 block of Kings dominion Boulevard.

„ Possessing forged coin or bank notes less than 10 was reported on the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

FEB. 20

„ assault and battery on a family member was reported on the 6400 block of sledds Lake road.

„ Monument: intentional damage, value more than $1000 was reported on the 10400 block of holly hill road/chickahominy Falls Lane.

„ Grand larceny of an auto was reported on the 11600 block of Lakeridge Park.

„ Grand larceny parts was reported on the 11300 block of Washington highway.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 8200 block of Meadowbridge road.

„ Petit larceny of parts was reported on the 2500 block of Old church road.

„ Grand larceny of an auto was reported on the 10900 block of air Park road.

„ Petit larceny at a building was reported on the 8200 block of Quailfield court.

FEB. 21

„ Petit larceny of part was reported on the 13000 block of Washington highway.

„ Trespass on church or school property was reported on the 10300 block of chamberlayne road.

„ concealment, price alter merchandise less than $500 block of 7400 block of Bell creek road.

„ Obtaining money by false pretenses was reported on the less than $200 block of 14700 block of Greenwood church road.

„ Vandalism was reported on the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

„ destruction of property, monument was reported on the 8000 block of studley road.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 7200 block of c reighton road.

„ a simple assault was reported on the 7100 block of Lighthouse Place.

UpcomingEvents:

MarioKartTournament

March26 at 12pm (Free-playat 11am) E-SportsTournament:$5toplay,freetowatch.

HCPS

March31 at 10am & 1pm (FreeEvent) AfreeshowingofWillyWonka andthe ChocolateFactoryforHanover County Public Schoolstudents and families.

Hop! withthe Easter Bunny

March31 starting at 5:30pm

KickoffEaster weekwithHOPmovie showing andaveryspecial guest. Easter Bunnyphotos at 5:30pm, movie beginsat 6:30pm.

The LittleMermen

April7 at 7pm

TheLittle Mermen play Disney hits, from The JungleBook to TheLionKing,andeven Frozen

Please see REPORTS, Page 11 Purchasetickets&seeupcomingeventsat:

LOCAL CALENDAR

THURSDAY, MARCH 23

civil air Patrol, hanover squadron, is hosting an Open house from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fairfield Presbyterian church, 6930 cold harbor road in Mechanicsville. explore what caP’s fantastic program has to offer for youths, ages 12 — 21 in the cadet program; as well as for adults who care about america and want to serve in training the next generation of Leaders for america. Observe and participate in honor guard and color guard, aerospace, search and rescue, drill, and Leadership demonstrations, with many hands-on activities for all ages. come out and see for yourself how you, too, can be a part of the Us air Force auxiliary, civil air Patrol. For more information, contact Lt. Brandy Lambert-stevens at brandy.lambert-stevers@vawg.cap.gov, visit https://vawg.cap.gov/units/hanover or on Facebook (hanover composite squadron-civil air Patrol).

a monthly Blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) located at 7168 Flag Lane in

Mechanicsville. you must schedule an appointment with the red cross at redcrossBlood.org.

SATURDAY,

APRIL 1

The Mechanicsville United Methodist c hurch easter egg hunt will be held at 11 a.m. at 7356 atlee road in Mechanicsville. There will be candy-filled eggs for the children to hunt and prizes for all! children up through fifth grade are welcome. This is a free event. If it rains, this event will be canceled. come celebrate Big red’s birthday and the 50th anniversary of his Triple crown! an all-day event called “secretariat: racing into ashland” will be held in ashland. From 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., a free showing of the disney film “secretariat” will be held at ashland Theatre. Kate Tweedy, who was in the film with her mother, will share her behind-the-scenes experience on the movie set. at 2 p.m. at ashland Town hall Pavilion, the official unveiling of “secretariat racing Into history” monument will be held with local officials, special guests, live music

and birthday cake. From 2:30 to 5 p.m., come to the Town hall and Lawn areas for a meet and greet with a secretariat lookalike horse who is a descendant of “Big red;” display of the first saddle secretariat wore at Meadow stable; kids’ activities and crafts; presentation on sculpting the monument by Jocelyn russell; videos of secretariat’s Triple crown races; tours of the ashland Museum featuring its Meadow stable display; sale of secretariat merchandise; and more. all festivities are family-friendly and free. “secretariat racing Into history” will stay in ashland until late april. Then artist Jocelyn russell and the monument will continue the anniversary tour through the summer. Further details of the tour will be announced by secretariat.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 2

Mechanicsville Baptist church is hosting an easter Trunk hunt from 3 to 5 p.m. at 8016 atlee road in Mechanicsville. There will be food, games, and of course candyfilled eggs, please join them with your basket.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT MECHANICSVILLE LIBRARIES

ATLEE BRANCH LIBRARY

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

Mother Goose storytime at the atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, March 22, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, March 28 and april 5, 12, 19 and 26, 10:30 — 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.

dance Party at the atlee Branch Library, Friday, March 24, 4 — 5 p.m.

ages 8-12. Get your grove on at the atlee dance Party. Fun, music, and snacks will be provided.

Plant swap on the Patio at the atlee Branch Library, s aturday, March 25, 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. Meet us on the patio at atlee for a plant swap! Bring your extra cuttings or plant divisions to share and get some new ones for your home or garden.

crafternoon for Teens: space coasters at the atlee Branch Library, saturday, March 25, 3 — 4 p.m. ages 12-18. Go far beyond infinity with this fun space coasters craft! register at

https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/9743197.

Preschool storytime at the atlee Branch Library, Mondays, March 27 and april 3, 10, 17 and 24, 10:30 — 11 a.m. enjoy a storytime of books, music, and fun for preschoolers 3-5 years old and their caregivers.

Toddler storytime at the atlee Branch Library. Tuesday, March 28, 11 – 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, March 22 and april 5, 12, 19 and 26, 11 to 11:30 a.m. enjoy a storytime of books, music and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

atlee Bridge Group at the atlee Branch Library. Tuesday, March 28, april 4, 11, 18 and 25, 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.

Maker’s Monday: Poetry stones at the atlee Branch Library, Monday, april 3, 1 — 2 p.m. ages 18 and up. choose words of your own and set them in stone for national Poetry Month. display them in your garden or use as decor in your home!

Fun and Games at the atlee Branch Library, Wednesdays, april 5 and 19, 1 – 4 p.m. ages 18 and up. Meet up with friends and have a great time with card and board games.

a special reading of “charlotte’s Web” at the atlee Branch Library,

UPCOMING

THURSDAY, APRIL 13

register now to attend hanover county’s largest active aging event devoted to seniors! hanover’s fifth annual “Finding Value in your Prime” will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fairmount christian church 6502 creighton road, Mechanicsville. The event is free but the deadline to register is april 5. Participants will be offered a complimentary light breakfast and boxed lunch and given the opportunity to meet representatives of services and learn about resources available to older adults. There will be presentations promoting active lifestyles and positive aging, along with various activities and door prizes. also offered during this event will be a special centenarian recognition to honor h anover residents who are 100 years of age or older. If you know someone living in hanover county who will be 100 or older this year, we want to honor them. call community resources at 804-365-4300 or email

Thursday, april 6, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. all ages. enjoy a special reading of the children’s classic, “charlotte’s Web,” by e.B. White retired Professor emeritus of Theater from randolph-Macon college, Joe Mattys, will read aloud a shortened version of this charming and ageless story.

saturday Family storytime at the atlee Branch Library, saturday, april 8, 11- 11:30 a.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

atlee Lego c lub at the atlee Branch Library, saturday, april 8, 3- 4 p.m. For grades K-5. Join us at our Lego club to meet and talk with other kids and builds some fantastic Lego creations! Located in the children’s Programing room upstairs.

atlee Book Group at the atlee Branch Library, Wednesday, april 12, 11 a.m. – noon. Join us in-person or on Zoom for a lively book discussion. We will be reading “The devil in the White city” by erik Larson. you can 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/9742335.

This program is presented in-person and hosted virtually through Zoom. The meeting link will be sent to the email registered one day before the event occurs. If you don’t

volunteer@hanovercounty.gov. The deadline to submit the information is March 24. To register for this event, visit www.hanoverparksrec.com and select events, key word: Finding Value in your Prime (click on link). consider bringing non-perishable, donated food items to the event to help benefit M.c e.F. Food Pantry. For more information, contact hanover county community resources at 804-365-4300.

SATURDAY, APRIL 15

a ‘decade of the 60’s reunion’ for all alumni of hermitage high school for the classes of 1960 through 1969 will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. at richmond east Moose Lodge Ballroom, 7167 Flag Lane in Mechanicsville. Music, food, plenty of tables, chairs, memories and old friends. cash bar, casual attire. The event is limited to 400 attendees. The cost is $25 per person. To reserve your spot, make out your check to hhs 60’s reunion and mail to: hhs 60’s reunion, 7330 staples Mill rd. #249, henrico,

receive your reminder email, please contact the library.

support nesting Birds in your Backyard at the atlee Branch Library, Wednesday, april 12, 7 — 8:30 p.m. Learn the dos and don’ts to support nesting birds in your yard, including what native plants to grow to make an oasis for avians.

PJ storytime (virtual program), Thursday, april 13, 7 — 7:30 p.m. ages: 0-7. Get ready for bedtime with PJ storytime. songs, rhymes and bedtime stories. registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/9743459. 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.

chickahominy colored Pencil artists at the atlee Branch Library , Friday, april 14, 10 a.m. – 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 your own individual supplies and projects and enjoy a time to sketch and make new friends. This is not an instructional class.

MECHANICSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY

Call 804-746-9615 or visit the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing

Place for more information. Preschool s tory time at the Mechanicsville Branch Library, Thursdays, March 23 and a pril 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10:30 — 11 a.m. enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at preschool s torytime! For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Mother Goose s tory time at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Tuesdays, March 28 and a pril 4, 11, 18 and 25, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Mother Goose is a s torytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

Toddler s tory time at the Mechanicsville Branch Library. Tuesdays, March 28 and a pril 4, 11, 18 and 25, 11 to 11:30 a.m. e njoy a storytime of books, music and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

adult storytime at the Mechanicsville Branch Library, Fridays, March 24 and a pril 28, 10:45 — 11:45 a.m., ages 18 and up. you’re never too old to listen to a good story. If you are, or are the caregiver of, an adult who would enjoy the lively reading of picture books and lighthearted stories, please join us for adult storytime!

Abilities

runner up Amber Gillend. In addition, Rosie Patrick was crowned the first ever Junior Miss Hanover Abilities 2023 with her first runner up being Olivia Collins followed by second runner up Cricket Clarke. All six are Hanover residents.

Throughout the day the Miss contestants competed in interview, casual wear, talent and evening wear categories. The Junior Miss contestants enjoyed a tea party where they were evaluated in creativity, personality and positivity, as well as danced in an opening number and modeled evening wear.

“We are thrilled with how the evening went! We were excited to see over 400 people supporting the contestants during the pageant,” said HCSS President Ashley White. “I cannot believe that we have been at this for five years now and it

Naming

Others noted that the creation of the naming committee, which came after several of the school board members who were involved in the 2018 agreement were no longer on the board, appears to be a politically motivated retribution following the contentious 2020 process of renaming the former Lee Davis High School and Stonewall Jackson Middle School.

Addressing the 2018 agreement, Hanover County school board chair John Axselle III pointed out that no formal vote had been taken at the time and that several of those involved in crafting the agreement were no longer on the board.

Axselle also pointed to school board policy 4-3.8, which states that no new

LLC, Impact Sports Academy, Midas of Richmond, Rodney Cole Insurance Agency and so many others enough for making this event possible. We would also like to give a shoutout to our day of photographer Julie Atlas with Julie Atlas Photography.”

continues to get better and better each year. The contestants were phenomenal! The talents were top notch, dresses were exquisite and smiles were even brighter! We cannot thank our sponsors, Riverwood Events and Catering, Jessica Robertson Photographic Artistry, Richmond East Moose Lodge, A1 Asphalt Paving and Sealing,

schools will be named after any person living or deceased.

“Many of us believe that, with the construction of the new school that is combining two schools into one, there is a long-standing policy that we are required to uphold that requires us to name the new school building,” Axselle said. “We are not replacing a grades 3-5 school with another grades 3-5 school. Rather we are constructing a new school in which the majority of levels will be new to the school. This is not a replacement school.”

Axselle said that the report from the naming committee is due back in April, and a vote on the new name is expected to take place in May.

To Ola Hawkins, the school board’s only black representative, public input will play a key role in how the

Many members of the community attended Miss Hanover Abilities. HCSS will utilize the proceeds from the fundraiser to provide financial support to Hanover County residents with developmental disabilities, substance use disorder and mental health issues. HCSS will also continue to partner with organizations like the Hanover CSB, YoungLife Capernaum – Hanover, Wings of Hope Ranch and so many more.

To learn more about HCSS or to follow Mackenzie and Rosie’s journey as Miss and Junior Hanover Abilities you can ‘like’ them on Facebook (Hanover Community Support Services) or check out their website at hcss-inc.org

matter is ultimately decided.

“I am very sympathetic,” Hawkins said, pointing out that if she had lived in the area as a child she might have attended the school named for Gandy. “I know that there is a policy—I’m not denying that—but I also know that things can change. So I urge every person, when the time comes to share input, to please do so.”

According to a release issued by the school division last week, Hanover County Public Schools’ director of facilities and director of elementary education will facilitate the work of the naming committee. Students, families, staff, and community members may provide input by emailing schoolname@hcps.us or by calling (804) 365-4527 by noon on Friday, March 24.

The school is currently scheduled to open next year.

JULIE ATLAS WITH JULIE ATLAS PHOTOGRAPHY

rosie Patrick is crowned the first ever Junior Miss hanover abilities 2023.

OPINION

For students, awakening will come eventually

ROSLYN RYAN Richmond Suburban News

Perhaps it is for the best that most of us, if it hasn’t happened already, will one day look back on our younger selves and realize just how little we knew back when we thought we knew everything.

This can only be a good thing, of course: Lord knows if you never have this realization, even if it

takes a while to get there, it probably underscores the fact that you haven’t made much progress mentally, emotionally, spiritually or in any other sense.

Last week, after being invited to speak to a group of students at Stanford University, U.S. Circuit Court Judge Kyle Duncan was heckled and abused so badly by members of the student body that the fracas made international

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

MS Awareness Month critical to remember

Dear Editor, This has been a tough year for all of us, but MS never stops. People who are living with MS have still been living with MS throughout the pandemic On May 1, I will be participating in Walk MS: Richmond, which will again be virtual! I am ready to raise the bar this year with Team Hanover’s

fundraising. My husband, Dana, who passed away in March 2017, was always optimistic that a cure for Primary Progressive MS would be found in his lifetime, which ended almost 4 years ago. Research IS moving forward and so may new drugs have been approved. THIS is why I walk and fundraise……..to do what I can to find a cure for MS.

Thanks to wonderful supporters like you, Team Hanover has raised almost $132,000 since

headlines. Clearly enraged and believing that their right to be heard superseded any obligation to be respectful of someone else’s views, they made a mockery of themselves, their school and their individual causes.

“Your actions speak so loudly, I cannot hear what you are saying,” Ralph Waldo Emmerson once said, and in this case that certainly applied.

I would be willing to wager that every single person who has ever accomplished anything great—who has ever gone on to a become a respected leader or helped make the world better in any significant way—could easily look back and remember a time when they thought they “knew it all.”

It’s a truly odd quirk of getting older and, hopefully, a bit wiser: You eventually realize that the older

you get the less you know. If all goes well, you become a better listener because you realize that listening is a key path to understanding. You become more open-minded because you have been proven wrong a time or two and have accepted that you are not infallible. You become more tolerant because you can look back and see all the times you were granted the gift of tolerance. And

you learn to value and give respect because you’ve been around long enough to have seen that no common ground can be reached without it. Being judged to have been an idiot, even if that judgement comes from your future self, isn’t easy. In the case of a handful of students currently enrolled at Stanford, let’s just hope the message is received sooner rather than later.

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It took only minutes for one thing to become glaringly apparent when Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin appeared on a CNN town hall focused on education recently. After a few extended answers to questions provided by host Jake Tapper as well as audience members, no one could argue that Youngkin is a consummate politician, a master of providing seemingly well-informed answers

that contain few details or specifics.

Youngkin was well polished, informed and comfortable as he approached each topic with a confidence in his responses. But finding real answers or even clear political stances on many of these issues was elusive at the presentation.

When asked about an inherent bias toward African American teachers in the Commonwealth, Youngkin admitted that racism does exist and

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Bill and Carole King Brooks of Mechanicsville celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last month. They were married at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church on Feb. 3, 1973, and are currently members of Varina Episcopal Church. They have a daughter, Kaitlyn Hughes (Edwin) and two granddaughters, Evie and Addie Hughes of Mechanicsville. After the death of her parents, Bill and Carole raised her siblings, Kevin M. King Sr., Mary King Segal and Robin King Cox, all of the Richmond area.

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Gene and Margaret scott of Mechanicsville celebrated their 50th Wedding anniversary on nov. 10, 2022. The couple received a surprise anniversary dinner party to celebrate the special occasion. The couple have two children, corey and Melissa, son-in-law chris and granddaughter Maddi, all of Mechanicsville. The couple are also excitedly waiting for their granddaughter Marleigh’s arrival in June. The family would like to thank all of the loved ones that came to share in the couple’s special day.

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He also defended his efforts to disallow the teaching of Critical Race Theory in Virginia classrooms.

When the complicated question of LGBTQ issues was raised by an audience member, Youngkin again repeated a familiar response that parents should have an active voice in how their kids are educated, and how each and every one of those parents should be heard.

He noted the need for more gender neutral

bathrooms in schools, his full support of a ban that prohibits gender neutral choice sports opportunities and did not offer any wiggle room regarding his policies.

Even with the calculated answers to audience questions, Youngkin proved he’s ready for primetime and believes the message that vaulted him to the governor’s office will play favorably on a national level.

Throughout the broadcast, Youngkin affirmed his commitment to parents and their role in their children’s education.

The governor pointed to the recent pandemic

and its effect on students as they substituted athome learning for the traditional level, opening parents eyes to exactly what was being taught in Virginia schools.

“Children belong to parents,” Youngkin said. “Not to the state, not to schools, not to bureaucrats, but to parents.”

Some pointed to the governor’s appearance as a sort of kickoff for his presidential run, but national polls have failed to recognize Youngkin’s legitimacy as a viable candidate.

Still, there’s no doubt that Youngkin knows how to play the political game, even if some responses

seemed too perfect and simplified to address controversial education issues.

Youngkin repeatedly said parents of students in Virginia should take the lead on educational policy.

“Parents deserve not only to be at the table, but they deserve to have the head seat at the table,” the governor said.

It’s a message that appealed to the majority of Virginia voters who trusted Youngkin to put parents back in the classrooms. It’s yet to be determined if those policies could propel Youngkin to a seat on the national political state.

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VIDRICK, Amelia Parrish, 90, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, February 22, 2023. She was born July 4, 1932, in Martin, Weakley County, Tennessee. Amelia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, retired Col. Robert L. Vidrick Sr.; her parents, Rachelle elledge and Will Harmon Parrish; her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James W. elledge, who raised her; her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William A. Parrish; and a sister, Caroline Mills. She leaves behind two children, Robert Vidrick Jr. (Mary Gail) of Mechanicsville and Julie Vidrick evans of Silver Springs, Md.; grandsons, eric Brown and Phillip Brown (Haleigh) of Colorado, Alex Brown (Ling) and Ariel evans of Washington, D.C. and Galen evans (Jessica) of California; brothers, Jim Waldrop (Sharon) of Colorado, Michael Waldrop (Katerina) of Oklahoma; and sister, Jean W. Ainsworth (George) of Texas; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Vidrick, known as Amelia or Amy, was raised in Fulton, Ky. and graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1954 with a degree in Home economics. While working with the Kentucky Power Company in Ashland, Ky., she met her future husband, Robert. She traveled extensively with her family and had the pleasure of living in France for three years during her husband’s military assignment there. In 1977, when her husband retired from the Army, they moved from Northern Virginia to Richmond and subsequently moved to Mechanicsville in 2006. Amelia served with Meals on Wheels, visited the elderly through Family Services and her church, served as president of the Canterbury Garden Club, was a lifetime member of the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs and belonged to the Prayer Shawl ministry of her church, Shady Grove United Methodist Church in Mechanicsville. A celebration of her life will be held in the sanctuary at 2 p.m. Monday, March 27, 2023, at Shady Grove UMC, 8209 Shady Grove Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Shady Grove UMC music program.

HENDERSON, Dena M., age 59, of Walkerton, Virginia, escaped this mortal realm on March 2, 2023. She was tragically taken from us as her parachute failed to open and she fell into the ocean and was eaten by sharks (she took one of the sharks with her). Or maybe not. We all know how Dena loved to laugh and had a wonderful sense of humor. She was a joy to be around and loved her family and friends. While her family and friends are shocked by her death, they are thankful for her life. Dena loved reading, spending time with friends (aka beating them in scrabble), photographing various sunrises/sunsets on her daily walk and especially the time she spent and the love she found with Warren “Redeye” Prince. Dena will be sorely missed by Redeye, her father, mother, several siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. There will be a memorial service on March 26, 2023 at noon at Gethsemane Church Of Christ, 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. In lieu of flowers, please considering donating to a charity that supports animals (elephants were Dena’s favorite).

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TAYLOR, Warren, 68, passed away on Friday, March 10. His love for his family was evident in all that he did and his generosity was unmatched. Despite facing health challenges in recent years, Warren remained resilient. He will be deeply missed by his family, including his wife of 43 years, Diane McCauley Taylor; his children, Norwood Marshall Taylor IV (Candace), Shelby Jean Baldwin (Steve); his two grandchildren, Caleb James Baldwin, and Jackson Marshall Baldwin; mother, Jean Wright Taylor; two siblings, Deborah T. Richardson (Jesse), Robert W. Taylor (Melissa); two brothers-in law, Bob (Peg) and Rick (Lori) McCauley; 10 nieces/ nephews; nine great-nieces/nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Norwood Marshall Taylor Jr. A Celebration of Life was held Saturday, March 18, at 2 p.m. at The LDS Church at 8005 Atlee Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, contributions are sent to the National Kidney Foundation or the American Heart Association.

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WICKHAM, Mrs. Hilda , age 90, went to be with her Lord on March 1, 2023, with her family by her side in Ashland, Virginia. She is survived by her husband, ed Wickham, of 69 years; two sons, Jay and Brad (Melissa); three grandchildren, Allyson (Kyle), Abbey and Mathew; and two great-grandchildren, Briar and Sutton. She was born on December 19, 1932, to James Leslie and Mary Lane Powers. She was predeceased by her parents; sisters, Louise Thompson, Josephine Atkinson, Frances Ledford; and brothers, James, Raymond and Carroll Powers. Hilda graced the earth with beauty and kindness. To her friends, she was the one to always put a smile on your face. She was a dedicated member of First Baptist Church of Ashland for 75 years and sang in the choir. Hilda and ed were high school sweethearts, they met at Henry Clay High School in 1950. She had a deep love for her family, they always came first. The grandchildren called her Nanny and she would always greet them with open arms. She enjoyed traveling to europe and the memories made on family vacations. She was a member of the Garden Club of Ashland and the Hanover Country Club and was an avid golfer. She had a successful career with Blake real estate for over 10 years and then found purpose in serving others as a secretary at Liberty Middle School. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday March 27, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to First Baptist Church of Ashland. Please

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PUSEY, Liesel Gunther, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by family on March 14, 2023, at the age of 94. she was preceded in death by her parents, Karl and Emma Gunther; four siblings; and her husband, William “Bill” Carson Pusey. Liesel is survived by her sister, Marianne Gunther Vierling (Willibert); three children, Mar y Pusey Cox (Charlie), David Carlton Pusey (Mary) and Ronald Gunther Pusey (Karen); six grandchildren, Kris Cox (Kim), Kari Phlegar (Adam), Erin Alford (Jeff), Will Pusey (Michelle), Danielle Pusey (Chris) and nathan Pusey; and six great-grandchildren, Olivia and Josh Phlegar, Reagan and Clayton Alford and Emerie and Lillian Pusey. Liesel was born in speyer, Germany on July 9, 1928. she met Bill, a World War II veteran from Cape Charles, Va., while he was attending the University of Heidelberg on a G.I. Bill. They were engaged in 1953, she immigrated to the United states in 1954 and was most proud of becoming a U.s. citizen in 1961. Widowed in 1967 at the age of 39, she selflessly devoted her life to raising their three children. she made lifelong friends during her early career in the cafeteria at st. Elizabeth’s Parochial school. From 1969 to 1977, she worked in the Lee-Davis High school Cafeteria, where she fed and cared for thousands of students throughout the years. she went on to work in the Marriott cafeteria at DMV Broad street, retiring in 1990. In retirement, “nannie” loved spending time with her family and playing with the grandkids and great-grandkids. she was often outside working in the garden, watching “her” birds and fighting with the squirrels. she kept her hands busy baking and painting ceramics. Liesel was a founding member of the Church of the Redeemer in Mechanicsville, where she formed many cherished and lasting friendships. A devoted mother and a devout woman, she lived her faith through the love and care she showed everyone fortunate enough to know her. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, March 24, 2023, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. A Funeral Mass will be held at 9 a.m., saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Catholic Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116, with interment to follow at 11 a.m., in Greenwood Memorial Gardens, 12609 Patterson Ave., Richmond.

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Turkey hunt, youth essay contest registration open

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Citizens of the Commonwealth who would like to participate in a one-ofa-kind outdoors experience are encouraged to take part in the seventh annual Old Dominion One Shot Turkey Hunt scheduled for April 2122. The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) and the Wildlife Foundation of Virginia (WFV) are coordinating this annual event, which provides the opportunity to hunt some of the most exclusive properties with experienced guides.

“The Old Dominion One Shot Turkey Hunt is a wonderful event providing a first-class experience for hunters, guides and land-

owners, while benefiting wildlife and outdoor recreational opportunities across the Commonwealth,” said Ryan Brown, executive director of DWR.

This annual, organized event brings together people from all over the country, not just throughout Virginia. Collectively, the partnering organizations are working together to promote the hunting heritage through increased access and youth programming. Proceeds from the 2023 Old Dominion One Shot Turkey Hunt will be used to promote hunting and outdoor wildlife opportunities across the Commonwealth and to support the DWR/WFV

Virginia Wildlife Grant Program. The Grant Program provides a funding source to nonprofits, schools and government agencies with a focus on connecting youth to the outdoors. In 2023, 110 grant applications were received by the Virginia Wildlife Grant Program; it will be a top priority to promote hunting heritage in Virginia.

Results of the 2023 grant season will be announced in early April.

Young outdoor enthusiasts (aged 7-17) who are interested in participating are encouraged to enter an essay contest to be considered to hunt with an experienced mentor. There are five slots for those scholarships

or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information. so you Want Fresh eggs? at the

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More than 25 youth submitted essays for the sixth annual Old Dominion One Shot Turkey Hunt in 2022. The theme for this year’s contest is “The Hunt: Describe your experience, how it made you feel and the impact on your future.” Youth essay contest participants emerged as the winners of the 2018 and 2019 One Shot Hunts. Essay submission is open from March 15 — April 6 with the awards being announced April 12. Information on how to submit an essay can be found at www. vaoneshot.com.

The event will kick off Friday, April 21 at Bass Pro

ashland Branch Library, Wednesday, March 22, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of raising chickens at home, including the best variety of chickens to choose, providing adequate housing, good nutrition and hydration, how to protect your brood, and what you need to know to be compliant in your area.

From the hear t stitchers at the ashland Branch Library. Thursdays, March 23, 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.

hanover county histor y 18601980 at the ashland Branch Library, Thursday, March 23, 7- 8:30 p.m. Through the presentation of images of historic plats, court orders, pleadings, exhibits and other documents filed in hanover county from its earliest days in the 1700s to the time immediately preceding the civil War, circuit court clerk Frank

Shops in Ashland with hunters and guides pairing up and planning their hunting strategy. Hunters and guides will hunt until noon on Saturday in spectacular locations throughout Virginia donated for the day by generous landowners, hoping to walk away with an award-winning gobbler. Festivities will conclude Saturday night with a celebration at Bass Pro Shops. The deadline for hunters to register is April 12.

“The One Shot is an opportunity for a broad cross section of Virginians to unite in their passion for hunting turkeys as well as for the outdoors itself. Those involved with the One Shot,

d. hargrove Jr. will provide unique insight into the early history of hanover county. he also will share information about ongoing efforts to conserve and digitize the county’s historical records.

Instant shakespeare: “King Lear” at the ashland Branch Library, saturday, March 25, 1 — 5:30 p.m. Immerse yourself in shakespeare! spend a day reviewing, discussing, preparing for a dramatic reading of “King Lear.” end the day with the dramatic reading with props. scripts and props are provided. registration is required by Wednesday, March 22. a minimum of eight participants will be necessary for the program. For more information and to request a role, contact Becki Jones, the shakespeare Lady, at theshakespearelady@hotmail.com.

Toddler/Preschool storytime at the ashland Branch Library. Tuesday, March 28, april 4, 11, 18, and 25, 10:30 to 11 a.m. enjoy a storytime of books, music and fun for toddlers ages 2-3 and their caregivers.

Family storytime at the ashland Branch Library. Tuesday, March 28, april 4, 11, 18 and 25, 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. are There Monsters in Virginia?

whether they are participating as hunters, guides, landowners, or the supporting staff, come together in a unique manner to express their appreciation for Virginia’s wildlife resources. In addition, the efforts of these conservationists are directly contributing to funding that will perpetuate the abundance of wildlife and the expansion of outdoor opportunities in the Commonwealth,” said Jenny West, executive director of WFV.

For more information, event details, sponsorships or how to attend the evening celebration at Bass Pro Shops, visit www.vaoneshot.com.

at the a shland Branch Library, Wednesday, March 29, 7 – 8 p.m. are there monsters in Virginia? do Bigfoot, the Wampus cat and cryptids exist? Why is norton, Virginia considered a sanctuary for Bigfoot? h ear stories about reported sightings of monsters in Virginia and Washington, d.c. and decide for yourself if these monsters are real!

Black Bears of Virginia at the ashland Branch Library, saturday, april 1, noon — 1:30 p.m. If you live in Virginia, you live in bear country. have you been visited by one of these fascinating creatures — yet? come learn about our Virginia bears, some of their natural history, why and when you might see one, and how to protect your property from their antics. Presented by the Virginia department of Wildlife resources and the riverine chapter of Virginia Master naturalists.

Mother Goose storytime at the a shland Branch Library, Mondays, april 3, 10, 17 and 24, 10:30 — 11 a.m. Mother Goose is a storytime for children age 6 to 24 months and their caregivers. We have fun with nursery rhymes, singing and reading.

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Habitat ReStore marks first year in business

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On March 11, the Habitat ReStore celebrated one year in their new space on Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville. The ReStore is a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center. The store sells community donations of new and gently-used items such as furniture, appliances, home accessories and building materials at a discounted price. Everything in the store is donated by either community members or local businesses. All proceeds stay local and help fund Hanover and

King William Habitat for Humanity’s community service programs, including its homeownership program and critical repairs program.

At 9 a.m., there was a line of customers waiting to enter. Thanks to a donation from Morr Donuts in Mechanicsville, they were treated to delicious donuts while they waited. Before the doors opened, executive director Renee Robinson addressed the crowd saying “It has been an amazing year at this location and the support from the

Fiber festival embraces joy of history, agriculture

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Land Trust of Virginia announces McGhee easement

acre property is the third easement recorded by LTV in Hanover County.

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– The Land Trust of Virginia (LTV) is pleased to announce a conservation easement in Mechanicsville thanks to the generosity of landowners, Charles and Cathy McGhee. Their 86-

The McGhee’s property has nearly half a mile of frontage on River Road, a county designated scenic road, and preserves the area’s rural vistas. Natural resources protected by this easement include 82 acres of “Prime Farmland Soils” and 405 feet of frontage along the Pamunkey River, a state designated Scenic River. The McGhees primarily use the property for

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Bring your family and join in a celebration of spring, the shearing of the sheep and fiber production at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown. The program is growing and this year organizers have so much more to enjoy!

The festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 22 at Scotchtown, located at 16120 Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam.

A ribbon cutting and presentation of the new floorcloth for the manor house hall is generously sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Sheep shearer Dave from Delly’s Delights Farms will be there answering questions about Scotchtown’s sheep, the process of shearing, and the important role of preparing the fleece for dyeing and spinning.

Members from Clothos Handspinners guild, an educational nonprofit organization located in Richmond, will be on-site demonstrating the process of wool production including carding, spinning, weaving and dyeing.

Other activities to enjoy throughout the day will include antique carriage and wagon display; RMC Archaeology Active Dig; sheepdog herding dem-

onstrations; open house tours; a children’s activities area; demonstrations in the hearth kitchen featuring Scotchtown’s spring garden; over 40 local crafters, vendors and community organizations; and food trucks.

The open-house tour and fiber festival programs are both included at $10 for students, $12 for senior/ AAA/military, and $15 for general admission. Preservation Virginia members are $12 and children 6 and under are free. Purchase tickets at https://www. eventbrite.com/e/scotchtown-fiber-festival-tickets-494234557867.

PHOTO COURTESY OF HANOVER & KING WILLIAM HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Historic family farm, agricultural and Civil War resources are now preserved

PHOTO COURTESY OF LAND TRUST OF VIRGINIA The Land Trust of Virginia has announced a conservation easement on an 86-acre property in Mechanicsville.

PHOTO COURTESY OF PATRICK HENRY’S SCOTCHTOWN

Bring your family and join in a celebration of spring, the shearing of the sheep and fiber production at Patrick henr y’s scotchtown.

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ASHLAND

Ashland Train Day set for April 29

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

ASHLAND – Ashland

Train Day, the beloved street festival and railroad extravaganza, returns on April 29. This family-friendly event, presented by Trackside Grill, invites everyone to explore historic Downtown Ashland. You will find freight and passenger trains, touch-atruck, model trains, railroad history, live music, kiddie rides, festival food, dance music and gift shopping.

“We invite you to Ashland Train Day with the whole family!” said Maggie Longest, executive director of Downtown Ashland Association. “It’s a joy to showcase our town’s railroad attractions and local businesses with this free event.”

More than 12 fully-loaded CSX freight trains and Amtrak passenger trains pass through the center of the

event. The Kid Zone offers a world of fun with a bouncy house, obstacle course and games. The Touch-a-Truck thrills gear heads of all ages with a display of heavy equipment, a fire truck and an ambulance, dump trucks and tractors. Two kiddie train rides invite families

to tour the festivities. All aboard!

Model trains of every size and scale will be on display plus vintage railroad equipment and a red caboose. The event brings Virginia’s railroad history to life with two museums, three storytellers and a 16-stop scavenger

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hunt. Railfans of all ages will enjoy Ashland Train Day!

“Ashland is proud to host Train Day and welcome visitors from across our region and around the world to celebrate with us,” said Ashland Mayor Steve Trivett. “Come see why we consider Ashland the Center of the Universe!”

Mark your calendar and gather your friends for Ashland Train Day on April 29! In the meantime, visit ashlandtrainday.com for event info.

Retail vendors are welcome at the event, apply at www.ashlandvirginia.com/ vendors. To join the fun as a volunteer, sign-up online.

submitted by downtown ashland association, a community nonprofit organization that works toward a strong and vibrant future for ashland.

Historic Garden Week celebrates 90 years

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

It’s a year of celebrations for The Ashland Garden Club, which celebrated its Centennial on Oct. 12, 2022. They’re now preparing for the 90th anniversary of Historic Garden Week (HGW) April 15-22, 2023, along with other Garden Club of Virginia (GCV) member clubs hosting 29 tours around Virginia. Proceeds from Historic Garden Week fund the restoration of Virginia’s public gardens and a research fellowship program.

The Ashland Garden Club tour on Saturday, April 15 showcases four homes all

located on scenic Cross Corner Road just north of Ashland. Two homes, built in the 18th century, have deep roots in the history of Hanover County, and two built in the 21st century reflect the owners’ respect for this history, while creating living spaces for today’s lifestyles.

„ Montevideo, a 60-acre working farm, circa 1732, was built by William Darracott, who operated the flour mill near the home on Route 1.

„ Greenlands was established in the 1700s by the Fortunatus Green Family and expanded in the 1920s. The current owners have

been restoring the house and 100-year-old gardens since they purchased the 40-acre property in 2020.

„ One of the contemporary homes, built in 2001 as an equestrian farm and set on 17 acres, is Georgian in style featuring a 12-over12 pitch roof with towering chimneys.

„ The other contemporary home, named Countryside and built in 2016, is an airy farmhouse style that includes a graveyard dating to the Revolutionary War era. Both of the contemporary homes were built by the same family on property acquired from one of the older

Play and Learn at the ashland Branch Library, Monday, april 3, 11 — 11:30 a.m. ages Birth-3. enjoy Mother Goose s tory time at 10 a.m., then stay and play with toys and friends.

s peed c ubing Meetup at the a shland Branch Library, Tuesday, april 4, 2 — 3 p.m. For teens and up. how fast can you solve a rubik’s cube? Meet other speed cubers and see if you can learn some new tricks.

Big Bubbles at the a sh land Branch Library, Wednesday, april 5, 11 a.m. — noon. ages 3+. Like blowing bubbles? Then you’ll LOVe blowing huge ones! spread some joy with bubbles as we play outside, weather permitting.

Big Bubbles at the a sh land Branch Library, Wednesday, april 5, 3 — 4 p.m. ages 12-18. Blowing large bubbles is part art form, part science. h ow big can yOU blow bubbles? Join us and find out, weather permitting.

r oll with It! at the a shland Branch Library, Thursday, a pril 6, 2 — 3 p.m. Grades K-5. explore the science of gravity, friction and inclined planes with ramps, pipes, wheels, balls and more!

estates on the tour.

Plan to join The Ashland Garden Club members for HGW on Saturday, April 15 from 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. Advance tickets are for sale online at vagardenweek.org for $40. In-person advance ticket sales will begin in March at Refunkit, Caravati’s and Colesville Nursery. Tickets will also be available at tour headquarters, Independence Christian Church that day for $50. Boxed lunches from Homemades by Suzanne can be ordered online for $15 and picked up on tour day at headquarters. Questions? Email ashland@ vagardenweek.org.

Wednesday, a pril 12 , 5:30 — 8:30 p.m. Grab your sewing machine, supplies and 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.

Must Love Words at the ashland Branch Library, Wednesday, april 12, 7 – 8:30 p.m. ages 18 and up. Writers, are you looking for inspiration? need readers with a discerning eye? Join us for constructive feedback and discussion about the craft of writing on each of 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.

Mad about Mahjong! at the ashland Branch Library, Friday, april 14 and 28, 10 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. Looking for experienced players to play with? Join other Mahjong enthusiasts in playing the cultural tile game at the ashland Library!

HANOVER BRANCH LIBRARY

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

all about Bees at the ashland Branch Library saturday, april 8, 10 a.m. — noon. Why are honeybees important? What can we do to protect them? What should you do if you see a swarm of bees? Members of the ashland Beekeepers association will present a lively and informative program about these very important and often misunderstood social insects.

The 3 rivers Livestock club at the ashland Branch Library, Tuesday, a pril 11, 6:30 — 8:30 p. m. ages 5-18. Would you like to participate in planning community service events and hone your expressive arts skills? at our meetings, you can learn how to get involved in community and public affairs, how to be a good role model, how to give back to your community, and how to use time management skills to enjoy every part of your life.

h anover Quilting c ircle at the a shland Branch Library,

Family s tory time at the h anover Branch Library, Fridays, March 24 and 31, april 7, 14, 21, and 28, 10:45 — 11:15 a.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

hanover Playgroup at the hanover Branch Library, Tuesday, april 4, 10:30 — 11:30 a.m. Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers! s ocialize with other adults while your children make new friends at our Tuesday Playgroup, held the first Tuesday of every month at the hanover Library. all ages are welcome. refreshments will be provided.

adult coloring night at the hanover Branch Library, Wednesday, april 5, 6:30 — 8 p.m. Let’s all relax and color! Bring your own coloring project or use provided supplies. Bring a friend or a group and enjoy some calming music while we color. registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/10064950.

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JOEL KLEIN , FOR THE LOCAL daphne Berg of Mechanicsville and mom Laurel cummings enjoy a snapshot with cinder and Tender taken by dad scott at the 2022 ashland Train day

Public invited to review flood maps in Hanover County

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

FEMA is proposing updates to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Hanover County. Community partners are invited to participate in a 90-day appeal and comment period.

The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place, but before the maps become final, community partners can identify any corrections or questions about the information provided and submit appeals or comments.

The 90-day appeal period

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crop production.

The property is within the Study Area for both the Battle of Haw’s Shop and the Battle of Totopotomoy Creek. Taking place between May 27 and 30, 1864, Confederate forces intercepted Union cavalrymen as the attempted to cross the Pamunkey River. While the Battle of Haw’s Shop ended in a virtual draw, the larger Battle of Totopotomoy Creek was a technical victory for the Confederates. Southerners remained in possession of the battlefield at the engagement’s end. Confederates suffered 1,100 men killed, wounded, captured or missing. The Northerners sustained a similar number of casualties.

“The McGhee’s property is unique with numerous natural and historic values protected, combined with active agricultural use,” said LTV Executive Director Ashton Cole. “This meant we could offer finan-

began on or around March 15, 2023. Residents, business owners and other community partners are encouraged to review the updated maps to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. They may submit an appeal if they perceive that modeling or data used to create the map is technically or scientifically incorrect.

„ An appeal must include technical information, such as hydraulic or hydrologic data, to support the claim.

„ Appeals cannot be based on the effects of proposed projects or projects started after the study is in progress.

cial assistance through our Malcolm Baldwin Farmer’s Fund, used to offset costs on working farms, and our Deborah Whittier Fitts Battlefield Stewardship Fund, used on properties with documented battlefield events. Thank you to the McGhee family for working with LTV to become conservation leaders!”

The Land Trust of Virginia is a nonprofit organization that partners with private landowners who voluntarily protect and preserve properties with significant historic, scenic or ecological value. LTV has worked with 240 families, conserving a total of 30,721 acres in 31 counties in Virginia. While LTV charges landowners for their services, the fees charged only cover about 28% of LTV’s actual costs, so fundraising is essential to its mission.

The McGhees’ easement is the 234th easement completed by the Land Trust of Virginia. For more information about their work, visit http://www.landtrustva. org.

„ If property owners see incorrect information that does not change the flood hazard information—such as a missing or misspelled road name in the Special Flood Hazard Area or an incorrect corporate boundary—they can submit a written comment.

The next step in the mapping process is the resolution of all comments and appeals. Once they are resolved, FEMA will notify communities of the effective date of the final maps. Submit appeals and comments by contacting your local floodplain administrator: J. Michael Flagg, Public Works Director at

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community through donations and shopping at the ReStore continues to grow. Our goal is for the ReStore to be the destination for all Hanover and King William residents when getting rid of home items that they can donate, and a first stop to shop when looking for home-related items to purchase.”

The Habitat team was also surprised by Bobby Broyles of Blazer Heating and Air, who presented a $12,500 check toward Habitat’s critical repair program. This funding will help keep community homeowners safe and dry in their homes. Mechanicsville District Supervisor W. Canova Peterson was also in attendance and spoke to the crowd before the store opened. He shared how he has been excited to see the ReStore prosper in his district and has enjoyed visiting the ReStore to shop.

Throughout the day, hun-

Hanover County at floodplain@hanovercounty.gov. The preliminary maps may be viewed online at the FEMA Flood Map Changes Viewer: http://msc.fema. gov/fmcv. Changes from the current maps may be viewed online at the Region 3 Changes Since Last FIRM Viewer: https://arcg. is/TfP5T.

For more information about the flood maps, use a live chat service about flood maps at http://go.usa. gov/r6C (just click on the “Live Chat” icon). Contact a FEMA Map Specialist by telephone; toll free, at 1-877-FEMA-MAP (1877-336-2627) or by email

dreds of customers came to check out inventory and sales. Habitat was most excited about the 50/50 cash raffle. The Habitat ReStore sold 1,000 tickets, raising $500 toward their program. Special guests Nutzy and Nutasha from the Richmond Flying Squirrels popped in to shop and greet customers. Nutasha drew the raffle winner! Guests and shoppers also had the opportunity to purchase delicious food from two on-site food trucks, Mobile Yum Yum and the Hibachi Mobile. Habitat appreciates all who were able to stop by during the celebration and hope that others can come and be a part of a thrift store where proceeds help families in Hanover and King William build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.

Hanover and King William Habitat for Humanity is a locally-run, independent affiliate of Habitat International and is responsible for Hanover and King William counties. For over 30 years, they built homes

at FEMA-FMIX@fema.dhs. gov.

Most homeowner’s insurance policies do not cover flooding. There are costsaving options available for those newly mapped into a high-risk flood zone. Learn more about your flood insurance options by talking with your insurance agent and visiting https://www. floodsmart.gov.

Hanover County Flood Mapping Milestones

„ Sept. 17, 2020 — Flood risk review meeting to review draft flood hazard data.

„ March 24, 2022 — Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map released.

„ Sept. 19, 2022 — Com-

munity coordination and outreach meeting to review

Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map and discuss updates to local floodplain management ordinance and flood insurance.

„ March 15, 2023 –Appeal period starts.

„ Spring 2024* — New Flood Insurance Rate Map becomes effective and flood insurance requirements take effect. (*Timeline subject to change pending completion of the appeal review process.)

If you have any questions, contact FEMA Region 3 Office of External Affairs at (215) 931-5597 or at femar3newsdesk@fema.dhs.gov.

alongside families who pay an affordable mortgage.

Habitat’s repair program addresses critical repairs around the home. With their help, and the help of

the community, Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability and independence they need to build a better life for themselves and their families.

PHOTO COURTESY OF HANOVER & KING WILLIAM HABITAT FOR HUMANITY richmond Flying squirrels nutzy and nutasha take a picture with 1,000 raffle tickets sold at the restore nutasha drew the winner!

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Yellow Jackets split ODAC doubleheader

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

The Randolph-Macon baseball team continued on with a strong season when it hosted ODAC opponent Washington & Lee in a Saturday doubleheader on March 18.

The No. 14 ranked Yellow Jackets (13-3) started the afternoon off with a bang, dominating the Generals with a 15-1 beatdown that saw them score five runs in two separate innings, though the Generals got some immediate revenge with an 8-3 victory in the tail end of the doubleheader.

Senior Ethan Iannuzzi led off with a single in the first game and scored alongside fellow senior Hunter Cole when sophomore Aaron Lautenschlager nailed a two-run single to give his team a 2-0 lead. Lautenschlager was fantastic all afternoon, recording three hits and six RBIs, five of which came in the opening victory.

The lead extended to 7-0 after an exciting second inning where, with bases loaded, freshman Nathan Chen scored off a sacrifice fly from Webb, a Cole single scored in two more runners and Lautenschlager again sent two teammates home with a two-run double.

Entering the bottom of the fifth up 8-1, the Yellow Jackets were again cracking the bat at a consistent rate, scoring five more runs to take a 13-1 lead. After senior Carter Johnson hit a double and reached second base, he quickly made it home when Chen drilled a triple. Senior

Logan Smith sent Chen home soon after with a double of his own, then scored off an error on the ensuing at-bat. After Harvey hit another single to send someone home for a run and Lautenschlager added a sacrifice fly, the damage had been done with five wellearned runs against a drained Generals squad.

Junior Richie Dudley’s pinch hit double and freshman Eli Brooks’ groundout scored runners in two more

times in the eighth frame, ending the game with Randolph-Macon’s largest margin of victory of the season next to a 15-1 win over Messiah on March 4. In the final inning, sophomore Aidan Smith was able to make his first appearance for the Yellow Jackets, pitching a pair of strikeouts in the ninth inning to cap off a dominant team performance.

In the second game, the Yellow Jackets opened up

with a run at the top of the first when a sacrifice fly from Cole scored in Iannuzzi, but the Generals responded with a three-run inning of their own and held the Yellow Jackets scoreless in the second inning.

The Jackets got back on the board soon after when, at the top of the third, freshman Carter Schmitt was rewarded after his leadoff double with a run off a hit from Lautenschlager. They’d

tie the game up at three runs apiece in the fourth inning when junior Grayson Bush scored on a sacrifice fly from Webb.

The next three innings went scoreless from both sides, with credit going to the Yellow Jackets defense for getting off the field without allowing any momentum to switch back to the Generals.

That momentum ultimately found its way to the Generals by the end of the

game though when they scored five runs between the eighth and ninth innings to take control of the lead while continuing to hold the Yellow Jackets scoreless.

Next up for the Yellow Jackets is a matchup on the road against the HampdenSydney Tigers on Wednesday, March 22 at 3 p.m.

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

PHOTO BY JOEL KLEIN

randolph-Macon senior hayden snelsire picks up his fourth win of the season, allowing five hits and two walks with 10 strikeouts in seven innings in randolph-Macon’s 15-1 win in the opener of saturday’s doubleheader split.

Patriots softball team splits opening week

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

It was a tale of two games for the Patrick Henry Patriots, who started their softball season with games against Mills E. Godwin and Powhatan on March 14 and 16.

In the story of the first game, it was all Patrick Henry all the time, with the Patriots annihilating the Eagles with eight unanswered runs from the third inning to the seventh for an 11-2 victory. The second game of the week was the exact opposite result, with the Indians of Powhatan running off 11 unanswered from the third inning on to end the game early with a 12-1 mercy rule victory.

Against Godwin, Patrick

Henry freshman Megan Hughes went the distance on the mound, pitching all seven innings and allowing just three hits during the game. She pitched nine

strikeouts against a struggling and frustrated Eagles team, who had few answers for the speedy throws of the young pitcher.

On offense, the Patri-

Mallory named first team All-American

Sports Editor

Randolph-Macon senior Miles Mallory’s marvelous final season with the Yellow Jackets continues to get recognized, with the forward earning first team All-American honors by the National Association of Basketball Coaches.

Mallory was a second team All-American after his junior season, but his senior year improved in every respect and he grew into an even more dominant force inside the paint.

Mallory was also named the district and regional player of the year, the ODAC player of the year and the ODAC defensive player of the year after

he led the conference in blocked shots, was second in rebounds and led his team in scoring with 14.8 points per game.

Mallory was a key force in Randolph-Macon’s dominant run of the ODAC and the NCAA Tournament, helping guide the team to a 102-5 record in his four-year career. The team also won the ODAC championship in all four of Mallory’s years with the Yellow Jackets and won the biggest trophy of them all: the 2022 NCAA Division III National Championship. They reached the Sweet Sixteen this time around, finishing the year with a 29-2 overall record.

For his career, Mallory scored 1,473 points in 105 games, while doing it at

ots recorded 10 hits on 34 at-bats, led by big two-hit performances from Mackenzie Yates, Anna Nidemaier, Edie Jennings and Hanna Six.

The best hit of the day came from Jennings in the third inning, who homered a shot down left field after swinging on a 3-2 count and letting it fly. That home run gave the Patriots a 4-2 lead that grew to 5-2 by the end of the inning.

The team’s best overall inning came at the very end in the seventh, with four hits resulting in runs, including an RBI double from Nidermaier, an RBI single from Yates, a ground out from Jennings that got Yates home and an RBI single from Six that made it

an 11-2 game. On defense, they ended the game with three quick outs where Hughes tossed a strikeout, a runner was caught stealing for second and a grounder was scooped up and thrown to Jennings to cap off an excellent performance from the Patriots.

Against Powhatan, Autumn Reed and Ellen Gonzalez took over pitching duties for the Patriots, with Gonzalez pitching four innings and striking out two batters. It was a tough road matchup for the Patriots, who took on a humming Indians squad that features a lot of talented batters and a disciplined defense.

Patrick Henry’s lone run came in its first appearance

at bat, with Yates hitting a hard ground ball to the center of the field for a single that scored in Hughes. After that, chances became few and far between, with Powhatan pitcher and JMU commit Madalyn Johnson making life miserable for Patrick Henry’s batters. She allowed just three hits while striking out 11 batters in her six inning appearance on the rubber. After those two early performances, it’s clear there’s been early progress made and improvements yet to be made for the Patriots, who have matchups against Glen Allen and Louisa County up next on their schedule. They’ll host Louisa County on Friday, March 24 at 6 p.m.

an efficient 55.8% clip. His 855 career rebounds ranks fourth in the program’s history books as well. Already etched in school history based on numbers alone, Mallory made it no debate in his final season that he was one of the most talented players to step foot in Crenshaw Gym.

While Mallory’s season with the Yellow Jackets reached its conclusion in the Sweet Sixteen, he has one more game left while representing his school. He’ll be participating in the Reese’s Division III College All-Star Game that will be held in Fort Wayne, Indiana at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. That game was on Saturday, March 18.

randolph-Macon senior Miles Mallor y was named a first team all-american by the naBc after averaging 15 points and 9 rebounds in his final season with the yellow Jackets.

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PHOTO BY ROBBY FLETCHER

Pitcher Isabel Gonzalez winds up to throw in her four-inning appearance against the Powhatan Indians on March 16.

ROBBY FLETCHER

Municipal lot construction to begin this week

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

The Town of Ashland will begin reconstruction of the second half of the Municipal Parking Lot (adjacent to 113 Hanover Ave) this week.

Construction is expected to last four to six weeks but will be complete before Ashland

Train Day. During construction, the rear asphalt portion of the parking lot will be closed, but the portion already reconstructed (along the train mural) will remain open for use.

In 2012, the Town of Ashland reconstructed most of

the Municipal Parking Lot with permeable pavers. This was done not only to improve the attractiveness of that lot, but also because permeable pavers help protect the Chesapeake Bay. How?

When it rains, stormwater runoff from the parking lot and the nearby roofs infiltrate between the pavers. The water is filtered through the stone beneath the pavers and the soil media in the landscaped island (also known as a bioretention area) before it flows into the storm drainage system, then into Ashland’s

streams. This filtration system via stone removes contaminants that the runoff picks up such as sediment, oil, and grease from cars, animal waste, etc.

Stormwater runoff quantities are much greater in towns and cities because there is a greater density of roads, sidewalks, parking lots and buildings. In addition to filtering the stormwater runoff, the permeable paver system also reduces the amount of water discharging to the storm drainage system, which flows to our streams. The amount

of runoff is reduced to a level similar to that in a natural environment. Less flow to streams means less potential for erosion in the streams. Ashland’s drainage system drains to local streams, which in turn drain to the rivers, which ultimately drain to the Chesapeake Bay. Less contamination and less erosion mean cleaner streams, rivers and the Chesapeake Bay. If you have any questions contact Ingrid Strenbjørn or Viktor Rovner with the Town’s Engineering Department at (804) 752-6875.

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The Town of ashland will begin reconstruction of the second half of the Municipal Parking Lot (adjacent to 113 hanover ave) this week.

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HanoverEvangelicalFriends

6420MechTrnpk.804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org

Worship:Sun.10:30AM

SundaySchool@9:15AM

FairmountChristianChurch, 559-8070 6502CreightonRd. Sunday AMWorshipTraditional 8:00 &10:15,Contemporary9:00, Modern 11:15,BibleSchoolat 9:00, 10:15,&11:15.

Rick Raines,SeniorMinister; Chris Santasiere,AssociateMinister; SethWortman,Associate Minister; TracyThomas,Worship &MusicMinister;BillNicol,Associate WorshipMinister;Davis Ellenberger, YouthMinister; Ashley Sears,Children’sDirector fairmountcc.org

GethsemaneChurchofChrist

5146MechanicsvilleTurnpike

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804-779-2044

BillWines,SeniorMinister www.gethsemanechristians.org

TruthBaptistChurch,627-2170

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StPaulLutheranChurch(LCMS)

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

HOPECOMMUNITYCHURCH

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FairfieldPresbyterianChurch

6930ColdHarborRd.,23111

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MeadowbridgeSeventh-Day AdventistChurch

7400AntiqueLaneMech., SaturdayServices: SabbathSchool,9:45am. WorshipService,11am.

WednesdayeveningPrayer Meeting,6:30pm. Churchphone:746-2788

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SundaySchool-9:00a.m.

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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

MechanicsvilleBaptistChurch 8016AtleeRd. Office:804.746.7253

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

ShalomBaptistChurch

8116WalnutGroveRd. Office:746.7737

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WednesdayNightSuppersat 5:30p.m. andBibleStudyat6:15p.m. Findusonthewebat shalombaptist.net

WalnutGroveBaptistisaChurch committedtofollowingJesus& lovingpeople.Youcanfindusat wgva.church7046ColdHarborrd

LebanonUnitedMethodist Church

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7356AtleeRoad746-5118

ReverendAmyDunn,pastor 10aminpersonworshipor Facebooklive@MechUMC ChildrensandYouthPrograms CubScoutsPack517 www.mechumc.org

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

Masscelebratedon Saturday5:30PM Sunday8:00&10:00AM

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PublicNotice

Noticeisherebygiventhatthe HanoverCountyBoardofSupervisors hasset Wednesday,April5,2023 at6:00 P.M.astheday,date,and timefor aPublicHearingonthe County’sproposedFY24budget. ThePublicHearingwillbeheldin theBoardRoom of theHanover CountyAdministrationBuildingat HanoverCourthouse,7516County ComplexRoad,Hanover,Virginia.

PUBLICHEARINGNOTICE

HANOVERCOUNTYBOARDOFSUPERVISORS

TheHanoverCountyBoardofSupervisorswillhold apublic hearingonApril5,2023,at6:00 p.m.intheBoardmeeting room attheHanoverCountyAdministrationBuilding,7516County ComplexRoad,atHanoverCourthouse,Hanover, Virginia,on the followingordinancebeingproposed foradoption:

ORDINANCENO.23-08

ANORDINANCE TO RETURNSURPLUSREALPROPERTY

TAXREVENUESINTHEAMOUNTOFTWOCENTSPER HUNDREDOFREALPROPERTY TAXPAIDDURING2023 TO TAXPAYERSPURSUANT TO AUTHORITYGRANTED BY SECTION 15.2-2511.1OFTHECODEOFVIRGINIA.

Acompletecopyoftheproposedordinanceand related informationis availableattheofficeofthe CountyAdministrator onanyregular workingdaybet ween8:30a.m.and5:00 p.m. Allpersonswishing to commentontheproposalmay appearatthestatedtimeandplace.

JohnA.Budesky, CountyAdministrator

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PUBLICHEARINGNOTICE

HANOVERCOUNTYBOARDOFSUPERVISORS

TheHanoverCountyBoardofSupervisorswillhold apublic hearingon April5,2023,at6:00p.m.intheBoardmeeting room attheHanoverCountyAdministrationBuilding,7516County ComplexRoad,atHanoverCourthouse,Hanover,Virginia,on thefollowingordinancebeingproposedforadoption:

ORDINANCE23-02

ANORDINANCEAMENDINGCHAPTERS20 AND23OFTHEHANOVERCOUNTYCODETO INCREASE WATERANDSEWERCAPACITYAND USERFEESPURSUANTTOTITLE15.2,CHAPTER 21OFTHECODEOFVIRGINIA,ANDINCLUDING SPECIFICALLYVA.CODE§§15.2-2111,15.2-2119 AND15.2-2122,PROPOSEDTOBEEFFECTIVE FORTHEFIRSTFULLBILLINGCYCLEOFTHE FISCALYEAR.

SEWERCODEPROVISIONS

SEC.20-23Servicefeesandcapacityfees—Residential EXISTINGPROPOSED

(a)ServiceCharge -ResidentialCustomers

BimonthlyBaseCharge$24.15$25.36

ConsumptionCharge:

0to4,000gallons, per1,000gallons $6.48$6.80

Above4,000gallons, per1,000gallons $8.17$8.58

Residentialcustomers

–seweronly $112.81$118.45

(b)CapacityFees

-ResidentialCustomers$7,116.00$7,471.00

SEC.20-24Servicefeesandcapacityfees --CommercialI,CommercialII. EXISTINGPROPOSED

(a)ServiceCharge -Commercial ICustomers

BimonthlyBaseCharge:

1½”orlessmeter $24.15$25.36

Greaterthan 1½”meter$120.76$126.80

VolumeCharge:

0to50,000gallons, per1,000gallons $7.55$7.93

Above50,000gallons, per1,000gallons $6.06$6.36

(b)ServiceCharge

-CommercialIICustomers EXISTINGPROPOSED

BaseCharge $1,509.72$1,585.21

ConsumptionCharge

Allusage, per1,000gallons $4.97$5.22

Peakusefee per1,000gallons $1.48 $1.55

(c) CapacityFeesforCommercial IandIICustomers

MeterSize

5/8” $7,116$7,471

1” $17,792$18,681

1½”$35,589$37,368

2” $56,941$59,788

3” $113,886$119,580

WATERCODEPROVISIONS

SEC.23-47CapacityFees

(a)ResidentialCustomers

EXISTINGPROPOSED

5/8”meter $6,924$7,270

Greaterthan5/8”meterinaccordancewith23-47(b)

(b) CapacityFeesforCommercial IandIICustomers

MeterSize

5/8” $6,924$7,270

1” $15,310$16,075

1½”$30,619$32,149

2” $48,991$51,440

3” $97,983$102,882

SEC.23-62ServiceFees

(a)ResidentialCustomers

EXISTINGPROPOSED

BimonthlyBaseCharge$11.27$11.83

ConsumptionCharge

0to4,000gallons, per1,000gallons $1.79$1.88

4,001to15,000gallons, per1,000gallons $5.45$5.72

Over15,000gallons, per1,000gallons $7.09$7.44

(b)Commercial Icustomers

BimonthlyBaseCharge

MeterSize EXISTINGPROPOSED

5/8” $11.27$11.83

¾” $11.27$11.83

1” $28.20$29.61

1½”$56.23$59.04

2” $89.94$94.44

3” $179.91$188.91

4” $281.08$295.13

6” $562.15$590.26

Va 23228. Include your full name and address and which year you graduated. For more information, contact sue halsey cox (class of 1966) 804387-9182 or suecox3@yahoo.com. Or contact dale Morris (class of 1964) at 804-897-7452 or brendale68@ yahoo.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

Bring your family and join us as we celebrate spring, the shearing of the sheep and fiber production at Patrick henry’s scotchtown! The program is growing and this year organizers have so much more to enjoy! The festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at scotchtown, located at 16120 chiswell Lane, Beaverdam. activities to enjoy throughout the day will include a ribbon cutting and presentation of the new floorcloth for the manor house

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LOIS WICKHAM JONES/ MONTPELIER BRANCH LIBRARY

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

hall; sheep shearer dave from delly’s delights Farms will be here answering all your questions; members from clothos handspinners guild will be on-site demonstrating the process of wool production; antique carriage and wagon display; rMc archaeology active dig; sheepdog herding demonstrations; open house tours; a children’s activities area; demonstrations in the hearth kitchen featuring scotchtown’s spring garden; over 40 local crafters, vendors and community organizations; and food trucks. The open-house tour and fiber festival programs are both included at $10 for students, $12 for senior/aaa/ Military, and $15 for General admission. Preservation Virginia members are $12 and children 6 and under are free. Purchase tickets at https://www. eventbrite.com/e/scotchtown-fiberfestival-tickets-494234557867.

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our favorite mystery titles.

Montpelier Writer’s Group at the Montpelier Branch Library, Tuesday, april 11, 4 — 5 p.m. ready to share your love of words? Whether our stories are already published or locked away in a drawer, every writer can benefit from the support and encouragement of other writers. you don’t need a work-inprogress to begin! This monthly workshop is led by Valerie FordeGalvin, Writer’s digest award winner and published author.

ConsumptionCharge

EXISTINGPROPOSED 0to15,000gallons, per1,000gallons $4.84$5.08 15,001to1,000,000gallons, per1,000gallons $5.45$5.72

Over1,000,000gallons, per1,000gallons $3.04$3.19

(c)CommercialIIcustomersconnectedto county-ownedwatersystems: EXISTINGPROPOSED Basechargepermonth$172.99$181.64

Consumptioncharge per1,000gallons $2.80$2.94

Peakusefee per1,000gallons $1.74$1.83

(d) Watermetersforirrigationonly: EXISTINGPROPOSED

Consumptioncharge per1,000gallons $6.71$7.05

Acompletecopyoftheproposedordinanceand related informationisavailableattheofficeoftheCountyAdministrator any regularworkingdaybetween8:30a.m.and5:00p.m.

Allpersonswishingtocommentontheproposalmay appearatthestatedtimeandplace.

JohnA.Budesky,CountyAdministrator

Get a hobby: Linoblock Printing at the Montpelier Branch Library, Thursday, March 23, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. need a new craft obsession? Try your hand at the ancient art of block printing. We’ll create original designs on paper using linoleum and ink. Beware: the tools are sharp! ages 18+

Family storytime at the Montpelier Branch Library, Thursdays, april 6, 13, 20, and 27, 4 — 4:30 p.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.

Library Transcribe-a-Thon at the Montpelier Branch Library, Friday, april 7, 3 — 4 p.m., ages 16+. Looking for a meaningful way to support the library? Why not join the Transcribe-a-thon and enhance access to Library of Virginia collections covering 400 years of Virginia history, people and culture. Working from a digital image of an original document, you will create a typed version while enjoying refreshments and the company of friends.

Mystery Book club at the Montpelier Branch Library, Monday, april 10, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. ages 18 and up. Join us for a monthly discussion on

PUP read ers at the Montpelier Branch Library, Wednesday, april 12, 6 — 7:30 p.m. Grades K-3. ready to transform from reluctant reader to ready reader? sign up for a 20-minute session with chrissie, a PUP readers reading education assistance dog.

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. Friday, March 24, 31 and april 7, 14, 21, and 28, 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.

First Friday Films at the cochrane rockville Branch Library, Friday, april 7, 4 — 6 p.m. round up the neighborhood crew and catch a fulllength feature film the first Friday of every month!

Submitted by Carolyn Garner, adult public services coordinator.

PUBLICHEARINGNOTICE HANOVERCOUNTYBOARDOFSUPERVISORS

TheHanoverCountyBoardofSupervisorswillhold apublichearingon April5,2023, at6:00p.m.intheBoardmeetingroomattheHanoverCountyAdministrationBuilding, 7516CountyComplexRoad,atHanoverCourthouse,Hanover,Virginia,onthefollowing ordinancebeingproposedforadoption:

ORDINANCE23-05

ANORDINANCEAMENDINGHANOVERCOUNTYSOLIDWASTE DISPOSALFEESPURSUANTTOTITLE15.2,CHAPTER 9OFTHECODE OFVIRGINIAANDINCLUDINGSPECIFICALLYVA.CODE15.2-928(A)(vi), PROPOSEDTOBEEFFECTIVEJULY1,2023

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PUBLICHEARINGNOTICE HANOVERCOUNTYBOARDOFSUPERVISORS

TheHanoverCountyBoardofSupervisorswillhold apublic hearingon April5,2023,at6:00p.m.intheBoardmeeting roomatthe HanoverCountyAdministrationBuilding,7516CountyComplexRoad, atHanoverCourthouse,Hanover,Virginia,onthefollowingordinance beingproposedforadoption:

ORDINANCENO.23-07

ANORDINANCEAMENDINGTHEHANOVERCOUNTY CODE,CHAPTER22, TAXATION,ARTICLEII,DIVISION 3, SECTIONS 22-21, AND 22-25, TO (1) INCREASE BY $5,000EACHTHEINCOMELEVELSTOWHICHTHE TAXEXEMPTIONSAPPLY, AND(2)MAKEOTHER TECHNICALAMENDMENTS.

Boxsprings

$10.00each$15.00each +tippingfee +tippingfee

Acompletecopyoftheproposedordinanceand related informationisavailableattheofficeoftheCountyAdministratoron any regularworkingdaybetween8:30a.m.and5:00p.m.

Allpersonswishingtocommentontheproposalmayappearat thestatedtimeandplace.

JohnA.Budesky,CountyAdministrator

(residentialandcommercial)

Residentialsolidwasteand yardwaste(self-hauled)

nocharge(nochange)

Acompletecopyoftheproposedordinanceandrelatedinformationisavailableat theofficeoftheCountyAdministratoranyregularworkingdaybetween8:30a.m.and 5:00p.m.

Allpersonswishingtocommentontheproposalmayappearatthestatedtime andplace.

John ABudesky,CountyAdministrator

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Bluegrass fusion group The Auld Country to perform April 1

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On Saturday, April 1, the Shady Grove Coffeehouse continues its 21st season as it welcomes bluegrass fusion group The Auld Country to the Shady Grove stage. The Auld Country is a worldspanning group of friends and colleagues bringing adventure and rhythm to bluegrass. Featured at the International Bluegrass Music Association convention last fall, The Auld Country blends bluegrass with myriad other influences from around the world to create a unique musical experience. The

show begins at 8 p.m. on April 1; doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance; $20 at the door. Children 12 and under are free; teens 13-18 are admitted at half price. Net

proceeds benefit UUCC. To purchase tickets, email tickets@shadygrovecoffeehouse.com, visit the Shady Grove web site at www. shadygrovecoffeehouse. com or call (804) 323-4288.

PHOTO BY SUSAN MARQUEZ Bluegrass fusion group The auld countr y will perform april 1 at the shady Grove coffeehouse

Tabletop Gaming at the Mechanicsville Branch Library, s aturday, a pril 1, 10 a.m. — 2 p.m., ages 18 and up. Join us at the library for a fun session of

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THURSDAY, APRIL 27

a monthly Blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) located at 7168 Flag Lane in Mechanicsville. additional dates are May 23, June 20, July 27, aug. 24, sept. 26, Oct. 19, nov. 24 and dec. 26. you must schedule an appointment with the red cross at redcrossBlood.org.

FRIDAY APRIL 28 &

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

st. Paul Lutheran church will sponsor its “everything for $1” two-day yard sale, from 7 a.m. to noon at 8100 shady Grove rd. in Mechanicsville. The inside/outside rain or shine event will include linens, kitchen, home décor, clothes (children and adult), books, toys, lawn and garden, furniture and much more. For more information, call 804-427-7500.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

VFW Post 9808 will hold a shred-It event on from 9 a.m. to noon at 7168 Flag Lane in Mechanicsville. This event is for members and community residents. come and share the date with your family and friends. note that no binders or boxes are allowed.

ONGOING

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 hanover Board of supervisors will hold public work sessions on the comprehensive Plan on May

tabletop games! h ave fun with a variety of tabletop roleplaying games and learn more about one-shot adventures and longer campaigns!

h ula dancing c lass at the Mechanicsville Branch Library, Mondays, april 3, 10, 17 and 24, 10:30 a.m. – noon. ages 16 and up. exercise your body and brain as

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.

The hanover county sheriff’s Office will be hosting its 14th annual senior citizens Police academy. The senior citizens Police academy will take place april 11 to 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. There will be no cost for the participants. class size will be limited to the first 30 seniors who register. The program will be available to people 55 years of age or older who are residents, business owners or county employees. applicants must also be willing to submit to a background check. This academy is designed to give participants an inside look into law enforcement with the hanover county sheriff’s Office. Interested seniors are urged to download an application at http://www.hanoversheriff.com/199/senior-citizens-Policeacademy 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.

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,

you learn about hula dancing and culture at the library. Wear clothing you can dance in easily!

s pring Break c rafternoon at the Mechanicsville Branch Library, Monday, a pril 3, 3:30 — 5:30 p.m. For ages 5-12. Join us for an afternoon of crafting fun! Playdough Party! at the Mechanicsville

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.

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. all are welcome. contact 804-746-5081 or contact craig simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com.

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

TUESDAYS

The hanover concer t Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, midJanuary through mid-december, at the hanover arts and activities center at 500 s. railroad ave. in ashland, just south of U.s. 54. Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. high school students are welcome with parents’ permission. Visit www.hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536.

The american Legion Post 175, located at 8700 Bell creek road in Mechanicsville, holds a “Meet and Greet, coffee and donut” event from 9-11 a.m. every Tuesday for the community and perspective members to meet members and learn about what they do for the community. Visit http://www. post175.org/.

WEDNESDAYS

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

Branch Library, Friday, a pril 7, 10:30 — 11:30 a.m. ages 3-12 welcome! Looking for a s pring Break Boredom Buster? Keep the mess out of your house! roll, flatten, squeeze, and sculpt to your heart’s delight at our Playdough Party!

Upcycled c rafting at the Mechanicsville Branch Library, s aturday, a pril 8,

THURSDAYS

The ashland rotary club meets weekly at noon at the Iron horse restaurant at 100 s railroad ave. in ashland. For more information, contact steve dunham at 804496-6093 or sandrdunham@yahoo.com.

Overcomers Outreach & Women’s codependency is a christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. at shalom Baptist church at 8116 Walnut Grove road Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.

new highland Baptist church hosts open basketball gym time for adults in the christian Life center (cLc) starting at 7:30 PM. The church is located at 9200 new ashcake road in Mechanicsville. Use the side back entrance to enter. contact Jeff Fitzgerald at jkfitzgerald@comcast.net.

civil air Patrol, hanover squadron, meets Thursdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fairfield Presbyterian church, 6930 cold harbor road, in Mechanicsville. caP is an awesome program for youth, ages 12- 21, as well as for adults who care about young people and want to help train america’s next generation of Leaders. you’ll find cadet life exciting if you enjoy Flying, Leadership Training, Model rocketry, earning rank & awards, and much more. Visit hanover.vawg.cap. gov or contact capt James Wright at 804551-3354 or james.wright@vawg.cap.gov.

FRIDAYS

The Building Bridges group of narcotics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. The group’s mission is to bring a message of hope and recovery to those suffering from addiction issues. They meet on Fridays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mechanicsville United Methodist church, 7356 atlee road in Mechanicsville. Visit rvana.org.

FIRST THURSDAYS

The ashland Beekeepers association (aBa) meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month at First Baptist church 800 Thompson st in ashland. It is one of several beekeeping groups in the richmond area offering educational programs and Q&a sessions about honey bees and beekeeping. all are welcome to attend. The aBa is now taking registrations for its annual Beginning Beekeeping classes which start February 4. For more information on meetings or classes, visit http://ashlandvabeekeepers.

11 a.m. – noon. ages 18 and up. h a ve any craft ideas you wanted to make with recycled materials but don’t have any saved up? s top by the library and create some upcycled crafts using our recycled materials! If desired, you may bring your own recycled materials!

org or call ron at 804-651-3504.

SECOND MONDAYS

The WeB of hope meets from 10 a. m. to noon at the Black creek Baptist church at 6289 Mcclellan road in Mechanicsville. It is one of several groups in the richmond area that crochets, knits, sews, and quilts gifts for the american red cross to distributed to those in need. since its inception, the WeB has donated over 153,000 gifts locally, nationally and globally. If you can make it, the WeB can use it. call Laurie Wagner at 804-781-0338.

THIRD MONDAYS

The community senior citizen Meeting known as — studley seniors will meet at 10:30 a.m. at enon UMc, 6156 studley road in Mechanicsville. scheduled dates are March 20, april 17, May 15, & June 19. They will share fellowship, a business session and a program (entertainment by guests/ministries, information/education of “senior” concerns, or fun-time games). after sharing a “covered-dish” lunch we return home “blessed.” so, come one and come all, but the question is: will you join us for “The Mid-Month Ball?!” For more information call 804-746-4719. alzheimer’s/dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia illnesses meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month on Zoom. contact Jennifer Bean at 804-559-2805 or the church office at 804-746-9073.

The hanover county community services Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at 12300 Washington hwy. in ashland.

FOURTH MONDAYS

The FeedMore Mobile Food Pantry will be distributing food from 10 to 11 a.m. at the First shiloh Baptist church at 8150 Walnut Grove rd. in Mechanicsville. contact heather at hshaheen96@gmail.com.

SECOND TUESDAYS

The Mechanicsville Fellowship club meets each month (excluding July and aug.) at 10:30 a.m. in room G110 of shady Grove United Methodist church at 8209 shady Grove rd. in Mechanicsville. Bring a covered dish and join in with a group celebrating faith, fellowship, friends and fun. Meetings are cancelled if hanover county Public schools are two hours late or cancelled due to inclement weather. To register, call the church at 804-746-9073. call Janet Lewis at 804-398-8947.