The Mechanicsville-Ashland Local – 05/17/2023

FIRST HANOVER TOMATO

With dirt on his hands and pride in his heart, Mechanicsville resident Allen Harper announced the arrival last week of Hanover’s first tomato of 2023. According to Harper, the seeds were planted by Crowder Farms on Jan. 2 and the tomato plants were purchased from Mechanicsville Drug on March 28. On that same day, the plants were planted at Harper’s home on Rutland Road in Mechanicsville. The official word on what Harper plans to do with the first pick of the season was unclear at press time, but we’re sure of one thing: it will be delicious.

Standlick named Innovator of the Year for HCPS

Fourth quarter run pushes Hawks ahead of Indians

Local student a semifinalist in Presidential Scholars Program

COMMUNITY REPORT

Cordelia Crawford, a graduating senior at Hanover High School in Mechanicsville, VA has been named one of 628 semifinalists in the 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars program. The semifinalists were selected from more than 5,000 candidates expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2023. Inclusion in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, now in its 59th year, is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating high school seniors. Scholars are selected on the basis of their accomplishments in many areas – academic and artistic success, accomplishment in career and technical fields, leadership, strong

character and involvement in school and the community.

An International Baccalaureate diploma candidate, Cordelia is currently serving as the Vice President of Integrated Marketing on the Virginia DECA State Action Team. Last year she was president of the Hanover DECA chapter.

During the summer of 2021, she attended Regional Governor’s School for Career and Technical Advancement Program where she earned a certificate of leadership and led her team to win the Best Marketing Plan and the overall shark tank competition.

A Gold Award recipient, Cordelia is also founder and president of the Hanover Environmental Club. She is part of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Student Leadership Program and Watershed Outdoor Bill of Rights

committee. She attended the James River Associations’ Leadership Academy and volunteered with the Virginia State Parks Youth Conservation Corps.

In the fall, Cordelia will attend the Clarks Honors College at University of Oregon where she plans to double major in environmental studies and business. But first she will attend a UO study abroad program in London in August to study global business and leadership.

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 by Executive Order of the President to recognize some of our nation’s most distinguished graduating seniors for their accomplishments in academics, leadership and service to school and community. It was expanded in 1979 to recognize students

Crawford

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May17-May20 at 7pm

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Last week Hanover County Public schools announced that Megan standlick, the music teacher at John M� Gandy elementary school, has been selected as the 2022-23 Hanover County Public schools Innovator of the year The award seeks to encourage and empower teachers to transform learning by continuously challenging, inspiring, and engaging students using new and relevant ideas� standlick received $2,000 from the Hanover education Foundation as part of the recognition�

SHERIFF’S REPORTS

APRIL 5

Reckless handling of a firearm was reported on the 9000 block of Prolonge Lane�

Petit larceny from an automobile was reported on the 9300 block of summer Oak drive

Petit larceny from an automobile was reported on the 7100 block of Brandy Hill Trail

Petit larceny from an automobile was reported on the 9400 block of atlee Commerce Boulevard

Petit larceny from an automobile was reported on the 9100 block of Ivy Banks drive

eluding police -endanger persons or police car was reported on the 12400 block of north Lakeridge Park /Washington Highway

Hit and run: attended property damage more than $1000 was reported on the 7000 block of sunset drive

Brandishing a firearm was reported on the 8400 block of Burnside drive

Petit larceny under$500 not from person was reported on the 17100 block of Mountain Road

Credit card fraud over or $200

In 6 months was reported on the 11400 block of Haltonshire Way

Forging was reported on the 8100 block of elm drive�

Grand larceny -$500 or more not from a person was reported on the 8000 block of davis avenue�

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported on the 10000 block of Wintercrest drive

stalking: type not 1 year from record was reported on the 7300 block of Brandy Creek drive

Identify theft of Id to defraud less or equal to $200 was reported on the 19200 block of e x plorer Ridge Road

destruction of property, monument was reported on the 14700 block of Blunts Bridge Road driver did not report accident with damage over $250 was reported on the 16000 block of Theme Park Way

APRIL 6

Monument: intentional damage, with a value more or $1000 was reported on the 11100 block of air Park Road� a simple assault was reported on the 10400 block of Cedar Lane� assault and battery on a family member was reported on the 15300 block of scotchtown Road� a simple assault was reported

on the 11200 block of Gwathmey Church Road�

Grand larceny in a building was reported on the 14100 block of Jake Circle�

APRIL 7

dWI: First offense, BaC �15 -�20 was reported on the 3500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/spring Run Road�

False identify self to law enforcement was reported on the 6100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Pebblepath Park �

dWI: First offense, BaC �15 -�20 was reported on the 7100 block of new Hunter Road�

destruction of property, monument was reported on the 7200 block of Garden Park Lane� stolen cataly tic converter was reported on the 11200 block of Hopson Road�

Fail to appear on felony charge was reported on the 7500 block of County Complex Road� driver did not report an accident with damage less than $250 was reported on the 7500 block of earthworks drive�

Identify theft of Id to defraud less or equal to $200 was reported on the 16200 block of W Patrick Henry Road�

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Understanding dementia event set for June 10

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Engaging Brain Change Understanding dementia workshop will be held on Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 8016 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. This impactful learning event is free and will be held at Mechanicsville Baptist Church in the Family Life Center behind the main church building.

photos, birth announcements, 40th anniversaries & above or 80 year-old birthday & above announcements submissions can be e-mailed to events@mechlocal.com

Become “dementia aware” and gain better understanding of brain changes that occur with Alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases. Bring your

questions and experiences as together we explore ways to support family and friends on the dementia care journey. You will learn the “why” behind the change in thinking and behavior you may observe in the person you care about and practice some strategies and skills for better connecting and supporting a person living with brain change.

Presenter Missy Harden, MS, OTR/L, CDP, is a Certified Independent Positive Approach to Care Consultant and Trainer and NCCDP Certi-

fied Dementia Practitioner. Missy has extensive knowledge and training in dementia care, volunteers with Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association and is passionate about educating and equipping others with skills to better care for family members with dementia.

Light refreshments will be provided by Dowda Senior Consultants. Sign-up at office@mechanicsvillebaptist.org or 804-746-7253 by Wednesday, May 31 with your name, phone number and the number of people planning to attend.

Man killed in hit-and-run in Hanover

COMMUNITY REPORT

Virginia State Police continue to seek help from the public as they work to identify the suspect and the vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run in Hanover County on May 8.

At 2:11 a.m. that morning, Virginia State Police responded to reports of an individual lying in the travel lane on I-295 just before Exit 38 B, Meadowbridge Road.

Makai Sean Cummings, 20, of Nottingham, Mary-

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land, was identified as the victim of the hit-and-run, and succumbed to his injuries on the scene.

Cummings’ family reported to several news outlets last week that he was stationed at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

The initial investigation indicated that Cummings’ car had broken down and he appeared to be changing a tire on the right shoulder when he was

struck by a passing vehicle.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or saw anything at all out of the ordinary, is encouraged to contact the Virginia State Police at questions@vsp. virginia.gov or call (804) 609 — 5656.

This crash remains under investigation with the assistance of the Virginia State Police Crash Reconstruction Team.

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was expanded once again to recognize students who demonstrate ability and accomplishment in career and technical fields.

Annually, up to 161 U.S. Presidential Scholars are chosen from among the year’s senior class,

representing excellence in education and the promise of greatness in America’s youth.

A distinguished panel of educators have reviewed these submissions and selected the 628 semifinalists.

PHOTO COURTESY OF MECHANICSVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH annderstanding dementia workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 8016 atlee Road in Mechanicsville. sign up before May 31.

SATURDAY, MAY 20

soundtracks concerts are held from 4 to 7 p.m., guests are invited to shop, dine, and play in downtown ashland while they enjoy the musical styles of local performers. Listeners can tune into the free outdoor music from nearby patio dining areas or even from a lawn chair in the pedestrian area. The concert is free, accessible, and open to the public at 102 south Railroad avenue. Learn more at ashlandVirginia.com/ soundtracks.

FRIDAY, MAY 26

ashland Fourth Fridays events will celebrate local artisans. dine downtown, listen to live music, and discover art you can’t find anywhere else at the first ashland Fourth Fridays event of the season from 5 to 8 p.m. in downton ashland. For more information visit www.ashlandvirginia.com/fourthfridays.

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

Cold Harbor Ruritan shrimp Festival will be held at 4 p.m. at Hanover/ Cold Harbor Ruritan Park in Mechanicsville. Tickets are $40 each and can be purchased from Club members, West store, Bob’s Hair shop and at the Hanover adult Center. Proceeds benefit the community.

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

Tournament for Kids & adults. Corn Hole Tournament for kids & adults. email hanovernaacp2@gmail.com to participate. Honoring Hanover;s unsung hereos, Mr. Hosea Fox — Hanover’s Promoter, Mr. spencer Curtis — Hanover ‘s Black Volunteer Fire Leader from Coatesville, Brook s Brothers- 6 Hanoverian Veteran brothers, Jock Jones- 1st Hanoverian drafted into the nFL, The 8 students who integrated Patrick Henry & the former Lee-davis High school, now Mechanicsville High shool. Musical guests will be on stage. Vendor spots available to for profits (we reserve the right to deny permission if products don’t reflect our values & mission) email hanovemaacp2@ gmail.com for more information.

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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. 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 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.

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Mechanicsville Baptist Church is hold a workshop, engaging Brain Change, Understanding dementia from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 8016 atlee Road in Mechanicsville. This impactful learning event will be held in the Family Life Center behind the main church building. Become “dementia aware” and gain better understanding of brain changes that occur with alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases. Light refreshments will be provided by dowda senior Consultants. signup at office@mechanicsvillebaptist. org or 804-746-7253 by Wednesday, May 31 with your name, phone number and the number of people planning to attend.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

Hanover County Va naaCP Juneteenth Celebration will be held from noon to 5 p.m. at Pole Green Park, 8996 Pole Green Road in Mechanicsville. Fun activities are Car show with old cars, trucks. Bikes, corvettes & others. 3 on 3 Basketball

If you think you may have a drinking problem, aa can help. Visit aarichmond.org for meeting info in Hanover County and other areas or call the 24 hour hotline: 804-355-1212.

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.

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

all souls episcopal Church celebrates Holy eucharist Rite II at 9:15 a.m. at Messiah L utheran 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.

OPINION

Magic of music remains today

JIM RIDOLPHI

Contributing columnist

After more than 50 years in the business, Oakland’s Tower of Power is still performing the type of soul music that can still produce goosebumps to those close enough to hear and feel the power of their acclaimed horn section.

The group has comprised a catalog of hits that span decades, many of them favorites in the mind of a generation that formed relationships, found careers or started families to the backdrop of a Tower of Power song.

And who among us hasn’t lamented at the breakup of what seemed like the perfect relationship while listening to “So Very Hard to Go.”

There’s no doubt the group is one of many

A geography lesson not soon forgotten

JACK AGNEW Contributing Writer

that contributed to the soundtrack of a generation, and one that continues to perform this day.

But, it’s not pop music of the past that inspired me to write this column.

It’s the current state of my playlist that my daughter recently reminded me contains no current entries. Now, the word current is subjective in this case, because, in reality, there’s probably not an entry on that list that qualifies as this century.

It dawned on me that I must be sadly out of touch with today’s music, or trapped in some sort of time warp where the music of my past is the only genre that appeals or beckons me. I’m not oblivious to the fact there are dozens of amazing artists making spectacu -

lar music, but truth be known, I’m only briefly acquainted with many of the new artists.

And, I’m less informed on what qualifies as a hit in today’s music world, and I’m always leery of how some sounds in today’s music are produced. Again, it’s not that I don’t appreciate the talent, but somehow, most of the songs don’t connect with me either on an emotional or audible level, further confirmation that styles are generational and reflections of a specific era.

Having admitted that I am a musical dinosaur, I’m now prepared to explain the Tower of Power connection. In addition to the numerous hit records the group has enjoyed, it’s a lesser known

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Since Ukraine is in the news so much now, I’ll tell you a cute story that happened in the mid 1970s.

I was working with a Christian missionary organization up in New England. We were in New Hampshire, and one of the young ladies in the group had grown up in Ukraine,

but moved to Canada in her mid-teens. Beverly had a real heavy European accent, beautiful and thick. A really sweet young lady. I was talking to her once, and asked her where she was from. Beverly said, “Ukraine.” I replied, “Oh, so you’re Russian?” She told me, “No” in that accent. “I’m Ukrainian!”

I said, “Well, USSR, it’s kind of a conglomerate. All these countries together. But it’s the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and it’s controlled out of Moscow. So in a way, you’re controlled by Moscow.” Her eyes flashed, and she fixed me with her gaze, and said in that beautiful European

accent, “Nohh. I. Am. UKRAINian.”

It was the best geography lesson I had in my entire life. Now I know more about the split-up of Europe after World War II, where basically Russia was given half of Europe, and the West got control of the western side. It’s heartbreaking to see how we abandoned to Russia those poor people in formerly free countries. But Beverly was definitely letting me know she was not Russian, and I guess her homeland still feels the same way, the way they’re fighting the Russian Army. God bless the Ukrainians. They’re incredible fighters.

LET THE COUNTDOWN BEGIN

Mrs. Baer’s class at Mechanicsville elementary school started their a-to-Z countdown to summer this week. For the “a” par t of the countdown, students took advantage of the nice weather and created art on the sidewalk.

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Library of Virginia marking 200 years with 200

The Library of Virginia, one of the oldest state libraries and archives in the nation, will mark its bicentennial in 2023 with a free exhibition — 200 Years, 200 Stories, running until Oct. 28, 2023. The exhibition and multimedia experience celebrate 200 Virginians whose fascinating narratives are housed in the Library’s collections and together reflect the stories of Virginia.

The Library of Virginia was founded by the General Assembly on Jan. 24, 1823, to organize, care for and manage the state’s growing collection of books and official records — many of which date back to the early colonial period. Since then, the collection has grown to 2 million books, newspapers, maps, prints, and photographs, as well as 130 million manuscript items, making the Library the most comprehensive resource in the world for the study of Virginia history, culture and government.

“We’ve been fortunate to

play such an important role in preserving Virginia’s history and culture for two centuries,” said Librarian of Virginia Sandra Treadway, Ph.D.

“This exhibition provides a great opportunity to educate the public about the significance of our collections and engage them in exploring the past while reflecting on how it connects to the present and our next century.”

Rather than a Top Ten or a Who’s Who, 200 Years, 200 Stories profiles Virginians of all stripes: heroes and villains, the famous and infamous, the powerful and the powerless. Stories feature Virginians like Ethel Bailey Furman, one of the first Black female architects in Virginia; David Martin, founder of the Martin Agency and creator of the famed tagline “Virginia is for Lovers”; Chinese immigrant Ow Chuck Sam, who became a naturalized citizen and served in the armed forces during World War II; and many more. History and art specialist Susan Glasser served as guest curator, help-

ing to bring an outside perspective and select content that would reflect the diversity of Virginia’s narratives.

“We want exhibition visitors to experience the joy of discovery felt by our patrons every day when they encounter the treasures within our collections,” said Greg Kimball, Ph.D., the Library’s director of public services and outreach. The exhibition begins in the lobby with montages of individuals featured in the stories, a large map of Virginia on the lobby floor identifying the locations of our featured individuals, and an interactive kiosk for visitors to explore the evolution of the Library’s physical site or enjoy a look at the institution’s internal workings.

Once visitors enter the Exhibition Gallery, another interactive kiosk presents the stories of 200 Virginians, searchable by themes and location, while “discovery drawers” allow visitors to explore ephemera collections with items such as travel brochures, posters and more.

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track that perfectly explains my musical preferences and unapologetically captures the moment entitled “Diggin’ on James Brown.”

The song begins, “I’ve been through all them changes

A lot of stuff came down

I’ve dealt with all the issues

You might say I’ve been around

It doesn’t matter what I’ve been through I’ll still be diggin’ on James Brown.”

The song ends with a valid prediction regarding the fate of my narrowly-scoped musical collection

“Ya know the more things change

The more they stay the same

It may be a different age

But I’m on the same page Cause one thing that I’ve found

I’ll still be diggin’ on James Brown.”

My children will never appreciate my affection for old soul music, or the other artists in my collection they’ve never heard of.

That also means they won’t experience the exhilaration of hearing a powerful horn section like Tower of Power, or know why I’ll still be diggin’ on James Brown.

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Ashley Gouldman and Calum Firstenberg were united in marriage on May 13, 2023 at the Boathouse at Sunday Park, Midlothian,Virginia.

Ashley is the daughter of Dale and Ellen Gouldman of Mechanicsville. She received her BSN from Virginia Commonwealth University and is currently enrolled in their Nurse Practitioner program and is employed by VCU Health.

Calum is the son of Cecilia and Clifford Firstenberg of Williamsburg, Virginia He is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Business Administration. He is employed By Mckesson Corporation.

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ter of the bride was the Matron of Honor, Maid of Honors were Laura Pritchard and Samantha Haswell. Bridesmaid were Ashley Wiltshire, Megan Rozsahegyi, Samm Jocelyn and Ailsa Firstenberg, Sister of the Groom. Junior Bridesmaid was Hayden Harvey, niece of the bride. Flower girl was Halle Harvey, niece of the bride. Man of Honor Hussain Chagani. Tyler Gibson was Best Man. The Groomsmen were Elliot Mee, Kevin Paxton, Tim Johnson, Kevin Larus, Andrew Irving, and Blake Thompson.

Ring Bearer was Benson Harvey, nephew of the bride The couple currently reside in Mechanicsville with their dog, Chloe.

Perfect Image PhotograPhy Ashley Gouldman and Calum Firstenberg were united in marriage on May 13, 2023.

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Jerry Lee Francis

FRANCIS, Jerry Lee, on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 Jerry Francis departed this life here on earth and gained his angel wings. He was born in Wheeling, W.Va. on November 20, 1966 to the late Ronald Lee Francis Sr. and Sharon Tennant Francis. Jerry moved to King William in 1980 with his family and resided there until his untimely death. He followed in his father’s footsteps by becoming an auto mechanic in his early adult years. He worked for several companies in the Richmond, Mechanicsville and King William areas. His reputation in the community preceded him as he was called upon often to help others with their cars. He was always there to lend a helping hand whenever someone needed it. When not working, Jerry enjoyed

spending quality time with his wife, traveling to both the mountains and the beach, hanging out with his son and playing with his grandchildren. He loved relaxing with family and friends and fishing while drinking a cold Miller High Life. He never missed the opportunity to bring his mom her favorite sweet treats and spend time reminiscing about all the good times. Jerry loved pranking his brothers and found joy in making them laugh every chance he got. He was kind, funny, compassionate and caring and will be missed by all that knew him. In addition to his father; Jerry was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Francis Jr. (King William, Va.); and brother, Dale Francis (Cambridge, Ohio). He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Francis; son, Eric Francis (Allyson); stepdaughter, Brittany Marsh; stepson, Hunter Marsh; grandchildren, Cameron and Grace. He is also survived by his mother, Sharon Francis; brothers, Donald Francis, Chris (Sherry) Francis, Randy (Pam) Francis; sister, Robin (Jim) Cronin; and sister-in-law, Sharon “Nic” Francis. He also leaves behind to cherish his memory several nieces and nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews, as well as several close life-long friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honor Jerry. The family welcomes donations to be made to the American Cancer Society at donate.cancer.org as an expression of sympathy in lieu of flowers. An online memorial page can be found at affinityfuneralservice.com for those wishing to leave their condolences.

Allen Gilbert

ALLEN, John Gilbert, age 86, of Mechanicsville, departed this life Wednesday, May 3, 2023. He was affectionally known as “Skeeter.” He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Barbara B. Allen; and daughter, Dr. Kim M. Allen. Also, sister, Lucille Coles; and three sisters-in-law, Brenda Brown, Frieda Creer and Geraldine Brown. He also leaves a host of nieces and nephews, two devoted, Farrah Creer and Bonita Roemer; as well as other relatives, friends and church family. Viewing was held Friday, May 12 at Scott’s Funeral Home, 115 East Brookland Park Blvd., Richmond, Va. 23222. Funeral services were held at Second Baptist Church, 1400 Idlewood Ave., Richmond, Va. 23220, Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 11 a.m. Dr. James H. Harris officiating. Prior to the services, the family received other relatives and friends from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Pilot Lane, Richmond, Va. 23222.

Thurston 'Buddy' Boggs Jr.

BOGGS, Thurston “Buddy” Jr., 75, of Mechanicsville, Va., departed this life, Monday, May 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Verona and Thurston Boggs Sr.; a sister, Mary Boggs; and a brother, Michael Boggs. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Cheryl Boggs; a daughter, Wendy Boggs; a sister, Delores Thomas (Danny); two sistersin-law, Linda Boggs and Tricia Dunay; a nephew, several nieces and many cousins and friends.

Buddy was born in Alleghany County, Va. and retired from VDOT after 39 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and NASCAR. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and friend and will be deeply missed. A graveside service was held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Hanover Memorial Park, 4447 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. A reception followed at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. In lieu of flowers, donations in his honor can be made to the Bon Secours Community Hospice House, 1133 Old Bon Air Rd. Richmond, Va. 23235

Janci Mako Caldwell

CALDWELL, Janci Mako, age 67, of Mechanicsville, died on May 8, 2023. She grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland and graduated from the University of Maryland. She moved to Hanover to join her husband and raise a family while continuing her career in libraries which included the U.S. Government Accountability Office, the Library of Virginia and the library at Randolph Macon College. She greatly enjoyed reading, gardening and her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her family. She is survived by her husband, Larry Caldwell; son, Brian Caldwell; daughter-in-law, Kim Caldwell; grandchildren, Bronwen and Dylan Caldwell; sister, Judy Hopkins (Phil); and brother, Joe Mako. A visitation will be held today, May 17 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home in Mechanicsville. A graveside service will be held Thursday, May 18 at 1 p.m. at Hollywood Cemetery.

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HOLLOMAN, Scott R.

HOLLOMAN, Scott R., 56, of Mechanicsville, Va., entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, april 26, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and shirley Holloman. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Cindy Holloman; his son, Matthew; stepmother, Olivia Holloman; brother, david (elizabeth); in-laws, Clarence and Pat seamster; brother-in-law, Clay seamster (denise); nephews and niece; and extended family. scott loved all things fishing, nasCaR and woodworking. He had the biggest heart and appreciated a good laugh, a great song and endless snuggles from his beloved hound, shelby. His kindness made the world a better place. a memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the Mechanicsville chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. a reception will immediately follow at the Battlefield Green Clubhouse, 6211 Rolling Forest Circle, Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. The family welcomes floral tributes or donations to the animal rescue of your choice.

Rose Schutte Seay

SEAY, Rose Schutte, known as “Gigi” to her family, left us on Thursday, May 11, 2023, praying that she is worthy enough to be accepted by our Lord to “Come Unto Me.” she was just seven days shy of her 89th birthday. she was preceded in death by her parents, Orlando a. “Lanny” and Louise T. “Lou” schutte; and her husband of 46 years, Robert a. “Bob” seay. she is survived by her “two kids,” Robert L. “Lennie” and his wife, susan Christine seay; her “special son,” Ralph “Rip” Burroughs (sharon); her sisters, Kathleen s. sanderlin (William e. “Buddy”), Patricia s. “Tricia” Malechek (edwin “ed”) and Rebecca B. “Becky” skipper (Fred); grandchildren, Brian J. ankrom (Maureen) and Tori B. Holbrooks (Bryan R.); great-grandchildren, Jack Lenwood ankrom, evelynn Rose ankrom, Lexington Lynn Holbrooks and Bryan “Castle” Holbrooks Jr.; a dear friend, Briget Bishop; a special son-in-heart, Thomas Lenning; five sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 19, 2023, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville Va. 23111. a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Catholic Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 23116, with interment to follow at Hanover Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor can be made to the church ministries’ fund.

Randolph-Macon dedicates new Duke Hall

COMMUNITY REPORT

Randolph-Macon College recently celebrated the official dedication of Duke Hall, a new building on the north end of campus that serves as a home for RMC’s successful athletic program and its new Physician Assistant (PA) Studies graduate program.

Students, coaches, faculty, town leaders, and the many donors who helped make the project possible gathered to celebrate the space. RandolphMacon President Robert R. Lindgren, Board of Trustees Chair Sue Schick, and others cut the ceremonial ribbon after a brief ceremony, followed by a reception and guided tours of the three-story building.

“Duke Hall is just so quintessentially Randolph-Macon. It is multi-dimensional and multi-faceted, just like a Randolph-Macon education,” Randolph-Macon President Robert L. Lindgren told the assembled crowd. “For each of our students have their own journey—one culminating in their own unique educational experience, while preparing them to be productive citizens and fulfilled individuals.”

The 45,000-square-foot building, adjacent to Day Field, features a dedicated floor for Randolph-Macon’s new Physician Assistant (PA) Studies graduate program, which began in January 2023. The program’s distinctive two-year curriculum, with a focus on health equity, educates PAs for an in-demand role in the healthcare profession. PA Studies is the College’s first graduate program in the modern era. Applications are now open for a second cohort, which will enroll in January 2024.

Central areas of Duke Hall also include three new classrooms for general academic use.

The building is also home

ribbon, pictured from left to right, director of athletics Jeff Burns, earl Johnson (chair of building and grounds committee, board of trustees), Woody staub (chair of advancement committee, board of trustees), chair of the Randolph-Macon Board of Trustees sue schick, president Robert R. Lindgren, provost alisa J. Rosenthal, erich Grant, director of Physician assistant studies, vice president of administration and finance Paul davies.

About Randolph-Macon College

„ Randolph-Macon College is a private, coeducational liberal arts and sciences college with a 125-acre campus located in a shland, Virginia.

„ a bout 1,400 undergraduate students across 55 + areas of study

„ The college boasts 18 intercollegiate sports

to new locker rooms for four women’s sports and two men’s teams, featuring a total of 327 lockers. The building also includes a second training room, athletic meeting spaces and of-

great leadership and vision combine with incredible generosity.”

Duke Hall is named for Harold Duke, a lifelong Ashland resident and owner of Duke’s Market. Duke, who died in 2017 at the age of 86, was a loyal and enthusiastic Yellow Jacket fan who left the majority of his estate to Randolph-Macon College.

Duke Hall was built by English Construction Company and designed by CPL Architecture.

The majority of the $19.2 million cost was raised through the generosity of alumni and friends of the College. Lead donors include the Brock Venture Fund created by the late Macon F. Brock, Jr. ’64 and his wife, Joan; the Estate of Thomas H. Birdsong III ’49 and the Birdsong Corporation, John P. Frazee, Jr. ’66 and family, Ann Allen in memory of Everette G. “Buddy” Allen, Jr. ’62, the late Stuart Laughon, widow of Frank E. “Pepper” Laughon, Jr. ’59; the Estate of Frank H. Robinson, Jr. ‘54; Woody ’84 and Emby ‘86 Staub, and Jeff and Michelle Neville. Gifts honoring Coach Ted Keller and the 1984 Football Team funded the football locker room and the event space, respectively.

About Randolph-Macon College

( d ivision III) and membership in the Old d ominion athletic C onference

„ Randolph-Macon College is listed among U. s n ews & World Report’s 150 best national liberal arts colleges.

„ Founded in 1830 by the Methodist Church

fices, a new press box, and an event space for small gatherings.

“This is a community that is very passionate and proud of their school, our studentathlete successes, and creat -

ing first-class experiences for our players, coaches, and fans,” Director of Athletics Jeff Burns said. “Duke Hall is a testament to that passion and a shining example of what can be done when

„ Randolph-Macon College is a private, coeducational liberal arts and sciences college with a 125-acre campus located in Ashland, Virginia.

„ About 1,400 undergraduate students across 55+ areas of study

„ The college boasts 18 intercollegiate sports (Division III) and membership in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference

„ Randolph-Macon College is listed among U.S. News & World Report’s 150 best national liberal arts colleges.

„ Founded in 1830 by the Methodist Church

PHOTO COURTESY OF RANDOLPH MACON

Randolph-Macon leaders cut the ceremonial

Ashland Fourth Fridays amplify artists

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Downtown Ashland has enjoys a vibrant community of artisans–-jewelers, painters, designers, entertainers, chefs, farmers, musicians, and more. May 26 through September 22, Ashland Fourth Fridays events will celebrate local artisans with sidewalk sales, art exhibi ts, live music, and outdoor dining. Now in its fourth season, some local artists could hardly wait to return to the Center of the Universe for the monthly celebrations.

“People in Ashland are just wonderful. I met people of all ages and backgrounds,” painter Lizzie Brown recalls from Ashland Fourth Friday’s past. “It made me realize that my work is approachable and accessible for everyone. I’m looking forward to coming back to Ashland Fourth Fridays to meet and connect with more people.”

Connection with community and craft is a goal of Ashland Fourth Friday vendor Matt Windham of Ares Creations and Reclaim too. By repurposing salvaged wood, Matt gives forgotten materials new life using ancient techniques. “Our ancestors handcrafted everything. They didn’t use screws or nails, so it drove me to save what was left behind and make something people would appreciate,” Matt describes. “What excites me the most is when someone says, ‘Wow! I’ve never seen anything like that.’”

Ashland Fourth Fridays guests can discover original art of many genres–from crochet toys, to stained glass, to custom fashions. But that is not all, they can also shake a leg to live music at the freshly constructed Ashland Town Hall Pavilion or dig into delectable dining.

Food truck favorites like Monique’s Crepes and Cheesaggedon are slated to join Ashland Fourth Fridays during the season, as well as new mouthwater-

ing temptations like authentic Greek food by Hellenic Kouzina Greek Cafe and Native American-owned food truck Hungry Hungry Arrow. Downtown Ash-

land boasts many outdoor dining options, so visitors can enjoy the fun from their seats.

“Ashland is a charming and unique place to visit, and Ash-

land Fourth Fridays are a great reminder that there is always something new to see here,” said Kitty Barnes, Ashland Fourth Fridays organizer and Chief Operating Officer of Red Vein Escape. “In addition to the artists and musicians who bring their talents to the streets, shops and restaurants get a chance to highlight some of their own creations with extended hours, dinner and drink specials, and lots of fun in-shop.”

Creatives who are interested in displaying their craft at Ashland Fourth Fridays are encour-

aged to submit an application. Downtown Ashland Association accepts applications through August.

“The fellow Ashland Fourth Fridays vendors are so helpful and easy going,” says Lizzie. “It’s really fun and lots of people come out.”

Mark your calendar and gather your friends at Ashland Fourth Fridays in Downtown Ashland, Virginia! Visit ashlandfourthfridays.com for event info.

Information submitted by Lou Keeton, Marketing Director, Downtown Ashland Association

PHOTO COURTESY OF ASHLAND DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION

Artist Lizzie Brown.

“People in Ashland are just wonderful. I met people of all ages and backgrounds. It made me realize that my work is approachable and accessible for everyone. I’m looking forward to coming back to Ashland Fourth Fridays to meet and connect with more people.”

Lizzie Brown, artist

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, May 31, 10:15 to 10:45 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.

Toddler Storytime at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, May 31 from 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. Tuesdays, May 23, & 30, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Every Tuesday the Atlee Bridge Group meets to play Social Rubber Bridge. All levels welcome, from beginner to expert.

Fun & Games at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesdays, May 17, 1 to 4 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Meet up with friends and have a great time with card and board games.

Genealogy: Discover Your Roots at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, May 10, 7 to8:30 p.m.Learn how to start researching your family tree using library resources, including the

Ancestry Database. Proficiency using a computer mouse, keyboard, and internet required. Registration required at https://pamunkeylibrary. libcal.com/event/9745067.

Hula Dancing Class at the Atlee Branch Library. Wednesday, May 17, 10:30 a.m. to noon for Ages 18 & up. Join us to exercise your brain and body as you learn about hula dancing and culture at the Atlee Branch Library.

Page Turners Book Club at the Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, May 18, 3:30 to4:30 p.m. Ages 18 & up.

Join us for an in-person, lively book discussion! We will be reading “The High Tide Club” by Mary Kay Andrews. You can place the book on hold and pick it up at the Atlee Branch Library. New members always welcome!

Atlee Anime Club at the Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, May 18, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 12-18. Join the Atlee Library Anime Club! Meet teens with similar interests and watch cool shows.

Paint Night and Mocktails at the Atlee Branch Library. Thursday, May 25, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Join us for a fun night of painting and drinks. Create a work of art while sampling and voting on different mocktail recipes.

PRIDE AND PROFESSIONALS SUCCESSFUL EVENT

Hanover County residents were out and proud at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center in Ashland Thursday evening, showing up to support a local event promoting inclusivity in the community. Pride and Professionals was a panel-style Question and Answer forum that invited the LGBTQ+ community, its allies, and anyone curious to attend with questions for a panel of credentialed panelists. Created to combat misinformation, the panel offered a safe space for questions, experiences, and community feedback from those in the Hanover community. Drawing six organizations, and forty-five attendees, the event was successful, with many leaving the event feeling that they were heard, and had support in the community.

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

Mad about Mahjong! at the Ashland Branch Library. Friday, May 26,

10 a.m. to 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!

Ashland Morning Book Club at the Ashland Branch Library. Friday,

May 19, 10 to 11 a.m. Read our book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations.

Reptile Round-up at the Ashland Branch Library. Saturday,

May 20, 2 to 4 p.m. Teens! Join us at the library to meet some scaled friends or face your fears! Serpentes Reptiles Serpentarium will bring snakes, lizards, and other reptiles. Animals will be available for holding/handling.

Fourth quarter run pushes Hawks ahead of Indians

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

In a game of runs where both the Powhatan Indians and Hanover Hawks boys lacrosse teams yanked momentum back and forth between each other like it was tug of war, the Hanover Hawks were the one to end the game with the last definitive run to capture the victory.

With the Indians (5-5) traveling to take on the Hawks (7-5) for a night time showdown on Wednesday, May 10, the game began with a 4-0 Indians run in the first quarter and that trend of unanswered goals continued throughout until the Hawks ran off six consecutive goals between the end of the third quarter and early in the fourth to pull ahead late for a 12-8 win.

The first quarter was all Powhatan, with the team opening up the scoring in the first two minutes with a goal by senior Connor Walters, who scored the second goal of the quarter as well and finished with three goals on the night.

Late in the first quarter, a turnover caused by a great defensive play from senior Jack Connelly sparked a run that ended with a transition finish from senior midfielder Parker Unmussig to give Powhatan its third goal of the quarter. In the final two minutes of the period, the Indians run continued with junior Carter Zaun beating a defender and firing a shot past the keeper.

In the second quarter, the momentum flipped to the side of the Hawks, who finally got on the board with a goal by senior midfielder Gavin Quinn in the first 90 seconds. With some life after Quinn’s rocket shot, the Hawks won the ensu-

ing faceoff and punished the Indians with pressure that eventually resulted in a goal by freshman Tate Whitaker to cut the lead in half with four minutes left.

While Hanover’s offense developed its groove, the defense deserves its share of credit as well, tightening up from a tough first quarter by holding the Indians to just one goal in the 12-minute span.

With everyone in sync, the Hawks eventually tied the game up with two goals in 44 seconds from sophomore

Ryan Eager and Whitaker, though the run was snapped by a response finish from junior Ryland Powers to put the Indians back up just six seconds after losing their lead.

To start the second half, the Indians offense looked motivated to expand the lead back to multiple goals, as Connelly scored in the opening minute to make it a 6-4 game. Soon after, Walters reached the hat trick mark with a finish to put the Indians ahead 7-4 with 10:27 remaining in the quarter, but it would be the last goal of the

third for Powhatan.

The Hawks opened their own 6-0 run with three of those coming in the third quarter. Senior midfielder Carter Grizzard started thing off followed by back-to-back goals in the final minute from senior Rock Schraa to tie the game at 7-7 heading into the final 12 minutes.

With just over 10 minutes left, the Hawks finally got their first lead of the game off of Whitaker’s third goal of the night, while Schraa scored the next one thanks to excellent ball movement from the

Hawks that gave him space to fire at the hole. Hanover’s excellent fourth quarter run continued when Eager put his team ahead 10-7 with 7:30 left in the game. The Indians got some temporarily life with under seven minutes to play when a turnover on the Hawks’ side allowed Connelly to find a cutting Conner Kluis open with a good look in front of the net to make it 10-8 and finally put an end to the Hawks run. Powhatan continued to play aggressive in the hopes of getting one more late run

of their own, but Hanover was able to put a stamp on the victory with two more goals from Whitaker and Schraa to secure a much-needed home victory late in the season. The Indians have games against Mechanicsville and Matoaca left on the regular season schedule to close out their season while the Hawks will take on the Patrick Henry Patriots in their season finale.

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

PHOTO BY ROBBY FLETCHER senior midfielder Gavin Quinn goes on the offensive for the Hanover Hawks in their win over Powhatan on May 10.

Hughes pitches shutout to lift Patriots over Raiders

ROB WITHAM SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT

Mechanicsville – Any young sports team can expect growing pains. But they can also reach milestones, sometimes when you need one the most.

Coming off a difficult loss to Louisa County earlier in the week, Patrick Henry softball faced a trip to rival Atlee on Friday, May 12. The result was pivotal, with both teams fighting for playoff position in Class 4, Region B.

And, after surviving a first inning where the Raiders got three runners aboard but couldn’t score, Patriots freshman Morgan Hughes settled in and, with a stellar defensive performance, Patrick Henry won a gritty 1-0 game moving its record to 11-7, while Atlee dropped to 12-6.

“We rallied the troops, had a really good practice yesterday,” noted Patrick Henry head coach Chris Hughes when asked about trying to get his team refocused after the Louisa defeat. “We talked about battling through adversity, and they really responded today.”

It was a total team effort led by Morgan Hughes and a defense that, time and

again, made sensational plays to keep Atlee off the scoreboard. It began in the first inning when, after two walks, catcher Kenzie Holloway threw out Sierra Kegley at third base. That play cost Atlee a critical early run as Bailey Bucholz singled in the next at-bat. Hughes retired Gianna Booker and Shannon McKeever to end the Atlee threat.

The Raiders would have base runners in each of the first four innings, including another threat in the third. With Kegley at second base, Bucholz launched a ball deep down the left field line. Lauren Durgala dove to make an incredible catch, her glove just under the ball as it beelined for the ground.

In the fourth after McKeever earned an opening walk, the next two batters attempted to bunt, but both ended with pop outs to Holloway. In the fifth, when Camdyn Metts sought to bunt her way on to begin the frame, the ball briefly hit the air, just long enough for Hughes to dive forward out of the circle for another circus catch.

“We practice that kind of stuff, but I don’t really like, well, when you see it, catch it,” Hughes said

of the play.

That play helped preserve a Patrick Henry lead taken in the top of the fifth. Holloway singled to right, then Hanna Six launched a

double to the wall in right field that allowed Holloway to score, her slide beating McKeever’s tag attempt.

The defense sealed

the win in the seventh when a Kaitlyn Crenshaw screamer to shortstop was snared by the diving Mackenzie Yates. Then, two batters later, Metts

lined the ball up the middle, but right into the glove of Hughes. In an instant, frustration became jubilation.

Hughes, who doesn’t pitch on her travel team, is happy for the opportunity to step into the circle for the Patriots.

“It’s been really fun. I enjoy pitching,” Hughes explained. “I’m not the best at it and we’re still working on a lot of things, but I’ve definitely enjoyed pitching this year, having a team behind me that’s a family, all the time.”

The young Patriots remained in eighth place in Region 4B with a week left in the regular season. The Raiders, despite the loss, are holding steady in sixth. Hanover, at 17-0 and riding a 42-game winning streak, is barely ahead of 17-1 Dinwiddie for the top seed in the region.

Atlee finishes regular season play hosting Mechanicsville Friday, while the Patriots host the Hawks. Coach Hughes hopes to build off the Atlee win, not just for this year, but for seasons to come.

“We’ve grown up a lot this year,” Hughes said. “The future’s bright for us, and we’re looking forward to it.”

Personal and school records are broken at Dogwood Track Classic

CONTRIBUTED REPORT

For many, the first weekend in May means watching the Kentucky Derby and horses race on the track, but for Atlee’s high school track and field team, it means a trip to UVAs Lannigan Field to participate in the largest outdoor meet in the state.

On May 5-6, 181 teams partici-

pated in the 59th annual Dogwood Track classic. The meet hosts elite competition from schools across the state and beyond.

Friday night kicked off with sprint medley relays and distance medley relays as well as the 2K steeplechase. These events are not usually raced in high school so many took advantage of the op-

portunity to run their best athletes in each leg of the events.

Atlee’s Patrick Allen was a natural in the Steeplechase, winning the event and breaking the Atlee record with a time of 6:10.03.

Later that night the 3200 races began. The weekend’s full moon must have brought out the best in the runners as many set major

personal records in their races.

Travis Albon had Atlee’s best finish, placing 22nd with a time of 9:25.48.

On Saturday, all eyes were on the first heats of both the boys and girls 1600 race. In the boys race, Allen once again broke a school record, running a 4:14.25 and placing second. The previous

record of 4:14.84 stood for 15 years and was held by Ben DeJarnette.

Senior Courtney Mudd ran a 2:21.59 in the 800 as well, winning her heat and qualifying for states.

Other state qualifiers were Josie Rempe in the triple jump and Albon in the 3200. Rempe’s 36 foot, 1.5 inch mark in the triple jump placed her in fourth.

PHOTO BY ROB WITHAM

Patrick Henry pitcher Morgan Hughes was vital to the team’s 1-0 shutout win over the atlee Raiders on May 12, striking out eight batters in the late-season victory.

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HanoverEvangelicalFriends

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

Worship:Sun.10:30AM

SundaySchool@9:15AM

FairmountChristianChurch, 559-8070

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

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

GethsemaneChurchofChrist 5146MechanicsvilleTurnpike

SundayAMWorshipServices (Checkwebsitefortimes) 804-779-2044

BillWines,SeniorMinister www.gethsemanechristians.org

TruthBaptistChurch,627-2170 COME&SEE! Allinfoat: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

StPaulLutheranChurch(LCMS)

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

HOPECOMMUNITYCHURCH

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

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

MeadowbridgeSeventh-Day AdventistChurch

7400AntiqueLaneMech.,

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

WednesdayeveningPrayer Meeting,6:30pm.

Churchphone:746-2788 meadowbridgesda.org

meadowbridgesdachurch@gmai l.com

BlackCreekBaptistChurch, 6289McClellanRoad

SundaySchool-9:00a.m.

SundayWorship-10:15a.m.

AdultBibleStudy&YouthGroup Wed.nightsat6:00p.m.

Pastor,StephenKendrick blackcreekbaptistchurch.org orcall(804)781-0330

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

FellowshipCommunityChurchof Mechanicsville

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

MechanicsvilleBaptistChurch

8016AtleeRd. Office:804.746.7253

Worshipinperson andLiveStreamedonYouTube &Facebook onSundaysat8:30&11:00a.m.

SundaySchool9:45a.m. Findusonthewebat mechanicsvillebaptist.org

NewBethesdaBaptistChurch

9019NewBethesdaRd.779-2101

CalebBittler,Minister

SundaySchool9:30AM, Worship10:45AM

BibleStudy/Prayer

Youth&Childrenactivities

6:30pm,Wednesday

www.newbethesda.org

NewHighlandBaptistChurch

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

ShalomBaptistChurch

8116WalnutGroveRd. Office:746.7737

Worshipinperson andLiveStreamedon YouTube &Facebook onSundaysat8:30&11:00a.m

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

Walnut GroveBaptistisaChurch committedtofollowingJesus& lovingpeople.Youcanfindusat wgva.church7046ColdHarborrd

LebanonUnitedMethodist Church

8492PeaksRoad,746-0980

SarahSealand,Pastor

WorshipInPersonandon FacebookLive:

10:00ameachSunday www.facebook.com/LebUMC

9:00amSundaySchool Formoreinfo,checkusoutat www.lebanonumc.org

MechanicsvilleUnitedMethodist Church

7356AtleeRoad746-5118

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

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

DueJune5,2023

Noticeisherewithgiventhatallfirsthalf2023HanoverCountyrealestate taxesaredueandpayableonorbeforeJune5,2023.Anyoneowning propertywhohasnotreceivedabillandwhoserealestatetaxesarenot processedbytheirMortgageCompanymaygoon-linetohttps://taxes. hanovercounty.govtopay,reviewand/orprinttheirbill(s),ormaycallthe HanoverCountyTreasurer’sOfficeat804-365-6050or804-730-6050.

Failuretoreceiveabilldoesnotrelievetheownerofpenaltyandinterestif paymentisnotmadebytheduedate.Taxbillsaresenttoownersofrecord onJanuary1,2023;therefore,ifpropertywasconveyedbyyouin2023,you shouldforwardthebilltothenewowner.Ifyoupurchasedaparcelduring 2023,contacttheTreasurer’sofficetohaveacopyofthetaxbillforwarded toyou.

Ifyouare65yearsoldorover,orarepermanentlydisabled,youmay qualifyforrealestateTaxRelief.Thereareveryspecificcriteriawhichmust bemet,includingresidingonthepropertyforwhichyouareapplying.You mustapplyfortaxreliefeachyearbetweenJanuary1andMarch1withthe CommissioneroftheRevenue’soffice.Forquestions,phone804-365-6128 or804-730-6128.

M.ScottMiller,Treasurer HanoverCounty

LegalNotices

Fuxing,Inc.Tradingas:Chen’sRestaurant 7610RightFlankRoad,Ste.600,Mechanicsville,HanoverCounty,Virginia23116-3841. Theaboveestablishmentisapplyingtothe

VIRGINIAALCOHOLICBEVERAGECONTROL (ABC)AUTHORITYforaRestaurantlicense: beerandwineonandoffpremiseslicenseto sellormanufacturealcoholicbeverages. EnyaChen/Owner

NOTE:ObjectionstotheissuanceofthislicensemustbesubmittedtoABCnolaterthan 30daysfromthepublishingdateofthefirstof tworequirednewspaperlegalnotices.Objectionsshouldberegisteredatwww.abc.virginia .govor(800)552-3200.

VIRGINIA:

INTHECIRCUITCOURTFORTHECOUNTYOF

HANOVER

ALMONBROOKSHALL,etals. Petitioners, v.

LINWOODLEWIS,etals/ Respondents.

CaseNo.CL22003341-00

ORDEROFPUBLICATION

Theobjectofthissuitistoseektoquiettitleto realpropertyinHanoverCounty,Virginia.HenryMagisterialDistrict,consistingof6.0acres. moreorless,andhavingtheTaxparcelID# 8726-53-4647.

ItisallegedinthePetitionthatthepresent whereaboutsofthefollowingRespondentsremainunknownafterduediligence:Linwood Lewis,MiltonLewis,MargaretLewis,CassandraLatney,AntoinetteCosby,WarrenThompson,LacyThompson,LeroyThompson,DeborahStrother,DarleneWitcher,RandyJohnson, DenitaBrooks,PamHenley,ShaniWright, DarinWright,JewelWright,RobertBrooks,and PennyBrooks;inaddition,thePetitionalso setsoutapersonorpersons,as Respondent(s),"AnyOtherUnknownHeirsor DescendantsofBertieBrooksLewis,Archie Brooks,WalterBrooks,JamesOvertonBrooks, LloydBrooks,AlmondPattersonBrooks,HesterBrooksandLethaBrooks",allofwhommay assertaninterestinthesubjectrealproperty, thenatureofsuchinterest,ifunknown,being describedinthePetition.

UPONCONSIDERATIONWHEREOF,thisOrder ofPublicationisgranted,anditisORDERED thattheaforesaidindividual(s)areherebyORDEREDtoappearbeforethisCourtonorbefore May22,2023at9:00A.M.,todowhatis necessarytoprotecttheirinterest.

ENTER:3/27/2023

J.OvertonHarrision, JUDGE

PublicNotice

Noticeisherebygiventhat theHanoverCountyBoardof Supervisors hasset Wednesday, May24,2023,astheday,date, time,andplaceforaRegularBoard

June20,2023RepublicanPartyPrimaryElection ONLYMagisterialDistrictsof:

ImportantDatestoRemember

In-personabsenteevotingisavailableintheEarlyVotingCenterlocatedintheWickhamBuilding, 7497CountyComplexRoad,intheHanoverCountyGovernmentComplexfrom8:30a.m.-5p.m. Monday-Friday.Inaddition,absenteevotingwillalsobeopenon Saturday,June10th and Saturday, June17th from9a.m.-5p.m.Curbsidevotingisavailableforhandicappedandvotersovertheageof 65duringearlyvotinghours.

Saturday,June17th isthelastdaytovoteanin-personabsenteeballot.

Ifyouwishtovotebymail,youmustsubmitanapplicationforanabsenteeballottotheVoter RegistrationandElectionsoffice. Friday,June9th isthefinaldaytorequestanabsenteeballotby mail.YourapplicationmustbereceivedbyyourGeneralRegistrarby5:00p.m.

Tuesday,May30th isthedeadlinetoregisterormakechangestoyourvoterregistrationintimeforthe RepublicanPartyPrimaryElection.Pleasecheckyourvoterregistrationtomakesureitiscorrectby visitingwww.elections.virginia.gov/citizen-portal/

Monday,June19that2p.m. isthedeadlineforvotinganemergency-onlyabsenteeballotinthe VoterRegistrationandElectionsOffice.HanoverCountyGovernmentOfficeswillbecloseddueto theholiday,however,theElectionsOfficewillbeopenfrom9a.m.until2p.m.toprocessemergency absenteeballotsonly.

Tuesday,June20th isElectionDay,precinctswillbeopenfrom6:00a.m.until7:00p.m.,ONLYinthe followingMagisterialDistricts:Ashland,Beaverdam,Mechanicville,andSouthAnna.

Wednesday,June21st at1:00p.m. theElectoralBoardwillholdthecanvassmeetingtoascertainthe electionresultsandtoruleonProvisionalballotscast.

Friday,June23rdat12:00p.m.(noon) isthedeadlinetocureyourabsenteeballot.

Friday,June23rdat1:00p.m. theElectoralBoardwillreconvene. Youcanregistertovote,updateyourinformation,andrequestanAbsenteeBallotonlineat www.elections.virginia.gov/citizen-portal/ BALLOTDROPBOX

IsavailableuntilTuesday,June20that7:00p.m.locatedattheWickhambuildingintheHanover CountyGovernmentComplex and onElectionDayinthepollinglocations.

EMERGENCYPRECINCTRELOCATIONS

105BerkleyPrecinct

DuetotheconstructionattheJohnM.GandyElementarySchoollocatedat201ArchieCannonDr. Ashland,voterswillnowvoteattheAshlandFireStation#1locatedat501ArchieCannonDr.Ashland, 23005.

702MontpelierPrecinct

DuetotheconstructionattheMontpelierArtsCenterlocatedat17205MountainRd,Montpelier, voterswillnowvoteattheWesternHanoverChurchat16050MountainRd,Montpelier,23192 TheHanoverCountyVoterRegistrationandElectionsOfficeislocatedintheWickhamBuilding,Room 119,intheHanoverCountyGovernmentComplex.Phone:(804)365-6080

Email:hanovervoting@hanovercounty.gov.

PUBLICHEARINGNOTICE

SECONDARYSIX-YEARPLAN(FY24-29)

ANDCONSTRUCTIONBUDGET(FY24)

TheHanoverCountyBoardofSupervisorsand theVirginiaDepartmentofTransportation(VDOT),in accordancewithSection33.2-331oftheCodeofVirginia, willconductajointpublichearingon Wednesday, May24,2023,at6:00p.m. intheBoardmeetingroom intheHanoverCountyAdministrationBuilding,7516 CountyComplexRoad,Hanover,Virginia.Thepurpose ofthepublichearingistoreceivepubliccommentonthe proposedFY24-29SecondarySix-YearPlan(SSYP) andFY24SecondaryConstructionBudget(Budget) forHanoverCounty.AcopyoftheproposedSSYPand BudgetmaybereviewedattheofficeoftheDepartment ofPublicWorks,HanoverCountyAdministration Building,7516CountyComplexRoad,Hanover,Virginia anyregularworkdaybetween8:30a.m.and5:00p.m.

AllprojectsintheSSYPthatareeligibleforfederal fundswillbeincludedintheStatewideTransportation ImprovementProgram(STIP),whichdocumentshow Virginiawillobligatefederaltransportationfunds.

AllpersonswishingtocommentontheSSYPand Budgetshouldappearatthestatedtime.Personsrequiring specialassistancetoattendandparticipateinthishearing shouldcall(804)365-6176.

PUBLICHEARINGNOTICE

HANOVERCOUNTYBOARDOFSUPERVISORS

TheHanoverCountyBoardofSupervisorswillholdapublic hearingon May24,2023,at6:00p.m. intheBoardmeetingroom attheHanoverCountyAdministrationBuilding,7516County ComplexRoad,atHanoverCourthouse,Hanover,Virginia,on thefollowingresolutionbeingproposedforadoption:

RESOLUTION

ARESOLUTIONTOAUTHORIZETHEACQUISITION BYCONDEMNATIONOFANEASEMENTONA PORTIONOFGPIN8726-53-4647FORTHEPURPOSE OFCONSTRUCTINGWATERANDSANITARY SEWERIMPROVEMENTS,INACCORDANCEWITH HANOVERCOUNTY’SCAPITALIMPROVEMENT PROGRAM,ANDTOENTERUPONTHE PROPERTYTOBEACQUIREDANDINITIATE CONSTRUCTIONBEFORETHECONCLUSIONOF THECONDEMNATIONPROCEEDINGSPURSUANT TOVIRGINIACODESECTIONS15.2-1904AND 15.2-1905(C)ANDCHAPTER3OFTITLE25.1 (SECTIONS25.1-300ETSEQ.)

Acompletecopyoftheproposedresolutionandrelated informationisavailableattheofficeoftheCountyAdministrator anyregularworkingdaybetween8:30a.m.and5:00p.m.

Allpersonswishingtocommentontheproposalmayappearat thestatedtimeandplace.

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PUBLICNOTICE

Notice is hereby given thatthe Hanover County Board of Super visors has set Wednesday,May 24, 2023 at 6:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the Board’s consideration of the administrative agenda permits, in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover,Virginia, as the day,date, time, and place for apublic hearing to consider the follo wing cases, at whichpubliccommentswillbeaccepted:

CUP2023-00002,8130,L.L.C.

Request(s)anamendmentinaccordancewithSection26-130.16oftheHanover CountyZoningOrdinancetopermit arevisiontotheelevations approved withCUP2021-00012,8130,L.L.C.,onGPIN8704-74-6281,consistingof approximately0.95acres,zonedB-3,GeneralBusinessDistrict,andlocatedon theeastlineofElmDrive(StateRoute1108) approximately500feetnorthofits

intersectionwithMechanicsville Turnpike(U.S.Route360).Thesubjectproperty isdesignatedontheGeneralLandUsePlanMapasIndustrial.(PUBLICHEARING)

MagisterialDistrict:Mechanicsville

REZ2022-00027,HOWARDSMILLROAD,L.L.C.

Request(s)torezonefromA-1,AgriculturalDistrict,toAR-6(c),Agricultural ResidentialDistrictwithconditions,onGPIN7729-82-4061,consistingof approximately161.73acres,andlocatedonthewestlineofHowardsMillRoad (StateRoute673) approximately550feetnorthofitsintersectionwithStoneHorse CreekRoad(StateRoute670).ThesubjectpropertyisdesignatedontheGeneral LandUsePlanMapasAgricultural.Theproposedzoningamendmentwould permitthecreationof25buildinglotsfor agrossdensityofone(1)dwellingunit per6.47acres.(PUBLICHEARING) MagisterialDistrict:SouthAnna

ORDINANCE23-06,ACCESSORYHOUSINGUNITSIN CASESOF MEDICALHARDSHIP

AnOrdinancetoamendtheHanoverCountyCode,Chapter26,ZoningOrdinance, Sections26-6,26-21,26-36,26-46,26-60,26-73,and26-280tomodifythe requirementsforaccessor yhousingunitstoallowforaccessor yhousingunitsfor non-familymembersinthecaseofmedicalhardship.(PUBLICHEARING)

CopiesoftheabovecasemaybereviewedinthePlanningOffice,Monday through Friday,betweenthehoursof8:30a.m.and5:00p.m.,pleasecontact thePlanningOfficeoryoumayalsogo tohttps://www.hanovercounty.gov/697/ Board-of-Supervisors-Upcoming-and-Archivformoreinformation.

PUBLICHEARINGNOTICE HANOVERCOUNTYBOARDOFSUPERVISORS

TheHanoverCount yBoardofSupervisorswillhold apublic hearingon May24,2023,at6:00 p.m.intheBoardmeeting roomat theHanoverCount yAdministrationBuilding,7516Count yComplex Road,atHanoverCourthouse,Hanover, Virginia,onthe following ordinancebeingproposed foradoption:

ORDINANCENO.23-12

ANORDINANCEAMENDINGTHEHANOVERCOUNTY CODE,CHAPTER22, TAXATION,ARTICLEII,DIVISION3, SECTIONS22-21,AND22-25,RELATED TO CERTAIN TAX EXEMPTIONSFORELDERLYANDDISABLEDPERSONS, TO (1)INCREASETHEMAXIMUMNETCOMBINED FINANCIAL WORTHFORINDIVIDUALSSEEKINGAN EXEMPTIONUNDERTHESEPROVISIONSFROM$300,0 00 TO $400,0 00;AND(2)PROVIDETHATTHEMAXIMUM AMOUNTOFRELIEF TO TAXPAYERSSHALLBE$3,500.

Acompletecopyoftheproposedordinanceand relatedinformation is availableattheofficeofthe Count yAdministratoronanyregular workingdaybet ween8:30a.m.and5:00 p.m.

Allpersonswishing to commentontheproposalmayappearat thestatedtimeandplace.

JohnA.Budesk y, Count yAdministrator

CALENDAR

MONDAYS

A Grief Support Group through GriefShare will be starting on Monday, May 1, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Meadowbridge SDA Church, 7400 Antique Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23116. This is a 13-week session cycle and you are welcome to begin attending at any point in the cycle. The group will provide help and encouragement to those mourning the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. Let us help you on your journey from mourning to Joy! There is a registration fee of $25 to help cover the cost of the workbook, which is paid at the church (you can pay in increments if need be so don’t let that stop you from coming). Register at www.griefshare.org searching for us by entering the zip code 23116. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, reach out to the Program Director, Beth Dyakon at 804-304-1165.

TUESDAYS

The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7 to 9 p.m. every Tuesday, Our rehearsals are now from 7-9 PM, mid February through our annual Christmas concert

at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 South Center Street 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.

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. 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.

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 804-4966093 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 804-3666524 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 804-551-3354 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.

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1. Relative biological effectiveness (abbr.)

4. Chinese philosophical principle

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8. Jewish spiritual leader

10. Slang for requests

12. ‘So Human An Animal’ author

13. Rocker Billy

14. British Air Aces

16. Type of tree

17. ‘Tough Little Boys’ singer Gary

19. State attorneys

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42. Cape Verde capital 43. One point north of due east 44. Kilo yard (abbr.) 45. Middle Eastern nation 46. It yields Manila hemp 48. People operate it (abbr.) 49. Regenerate 50. Not healthy 51. Chinese sword 52. Mild expression of surprise

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HOROSCOPES

Aries, try to rectify an imbalance in a relationship with another person close to you this week. It’s never too late to make amends, and the rewards are fully worth it.

14. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!

15. Hostile to others

18. U.S. State

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20. Something one thinks up

22. Where beer is made

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27. Canadian flyers

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29. Snakelike fish

31. Unhappy

32. Fruit

34. Zero degrees Celsius

35. Goo Goo Dolls’ hit

36. Crawls into the head (folklore)

Taurus, friction can be overcome with patience and perseverance. Take an even-keeled approach and give things time to simmer. Change will come.

The brighter you shine, the more things will come your way this week, Gemini. Wear a big smile on your face and get out into the thick of things.

Cancer, you may have to change your way of thinking to get on the same wavelength as some others this week. Be open-minded to new experiences.

Important lessons about balance could come your way soon, Leo. You need to find that happy medium between work and home responsibilities.

Events this week could leave you a little dazed and bewildered, Virgo. Nothing seems to be going to plan and that could get on your nerves. Figure out a way to de-stress.

Libra, your urge to take action comes on strong this week. Figure out a project you can put your efforts behind as soon as possible and then dive in with maximum effort.

Use this week as an opportunity to tend to your own needs, Scorpio. Indulge in a spa treatment or play hooky and go on a road trip all by yourself.

Sagittarius, your desire to get ahead is very strong over the course of the next few days. Now you only need to figure out the venture that you will take on.

Others may be begging for your attention, Capricorn. But this week is all about self-healing for you. Focus inward to bring about any personal change you desire.

You can accomplish a great deal when you happen to get moving, Aquarius. This week the struggle may be finding the motivation to take the first step.

Pisces, take a break from reality by reading a good fantasy book, watching a movie or enjoying a stage show. You can use the respite.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE THIS WEEK’S ANSWERS